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Jefferson County

Good News Breakfast A Community Welcoming All

The 27th Annual Good News Breakfast Tuesday, April 25, 2017, 6:59 a.m. - 8:29 a.m.

See Special Section 2017 Issue Inside This Jefferson County Fairgrounds 15200 West 6th Ave., Golden, Colorado

JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO

A publication of

Our mission:

The Good News Coalition brings Jefferson County citizens together to celebrate the positive happenings and spiritual values that link our diverse communities.

2017 Good News Breakfast Program Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jill McGranahan, Chair, Good News Coalition Invocation . . . . . . . . . . Reverend John Anderson, Trinity Presbyterian Church Pledge of Allegiance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Erik Krickbaum, Mark T. Starr Center

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Speaker Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Neal Browne, Master of Ceremonies Keynote Speaker. . . . . . Lynn Johnson, Executive Director, Jefferson County Human Services Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leonard E. Barrett Jr., Phamaly Theatre Company 2017 Honorees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Neal Browne, Master of Ceremonies 2017 Hall of Fame Presentation . . . Mark Smiley, Executive Editor, Glendale

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Cherry Creek Chronicle Benediction . . . . . . . . . . Rabbi Jamie Arnold, Congregation Beth Evergreen

Thanks to: • Applewood Kiwanis for helping with parking • Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and the City of Golden for traffic control • The Jefferson County Fairgrounds management staff • Jefferson County Education Association for use of its meeting room • Good News Steering Committee members

Feel free to take or share the centerpieces.

Special thanks to Jefferson County Commissioners: District 1: Libby Szabo; District 2: Casey Tighe District 3: Donald Rosier Get your tickets while they last! See page 2 for details.

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THE BOTTOM LINE

‘Farms also produce clean air and water — the things we rely on here in the city to live a sustainable life.’

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VOICES: PAGE 12 | LIFE: PAGE 19 | CALENDAR: PAGE 24 | SPORTS: PAGE 26

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The Action Center DDRC (Developmental Disabilities Resource Center) St. Anthony Hospital Kiwanis Club of Alameda West Jeffco Library Foundation Village Roaster, Ltd 1st Bank Friend Sponsors AAUW Lakewood Bandimere Speedway Support Jeffco Kids District Attorney Pete Weir Family Tree, Inc. Keller Farm Property/APC Jeffco Public Schools

2017 Steering Committee Adler, Ryan City of Arvada Apel, Tracie Jeffco Public Schools Arnesen, Kayla Community First Foundation Bracy, Jolene Jefferson County Human Services Browne, Neal Jefferson Center for Mental Health Cook, Felix Community First Foundation Davis, Vicki The Action Center Fairchild, Roubhie Duncan YMCA Ford, John Jefferson County Education Association Hartmann, Jill Jefferson Center for Mental Health Jefferies, Anne Action Center/LDS Church King, Ashley Seniors’ Resource Center Luttrell, Amber Jeffco Sheriff Public Affairs McGranahan, Jill (Chair) Arvada Police Department

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MY NAME IS

MARTIN BARNETT

Lakewood mountaineer who climbed the Seven Summits About me …

I’m originally from North Wales. I was very nervous as a young person, and so I joined the scouting movement, and that led me to deciding to travel and started climbing mountains.

I originally moved to U.S. to skydive, and I traveled around the country, and finally stopped Denver about 14 years ago.

Finding a love of climbing From Colorado, my interesting in climbing really took off - I was all about more mountaineering, ice climbing, and every other kind. I tried doing several different kinds of mountains, some high altitude, and others more technical.

I was working a job I wasn’t happy with, and so I decided to become a mountain expedition leader.

The big thing is training your mind. I would go to Rocky Mountain National Park to get used to the wind and cold conditions. I’m also part of the alpine search and rescue team.

I bring the Welsh flag with me when I go, because not many people know about Wales, and I want to give the country some exposure. My family and friends there and here really supported me, and my parents in particular have been great about saying you can do whatever you want to do.

Conquering the Seven Summits The first one I did was Kilimanjaro in 2001. The summits require really different abilities, so between climbing them and other mountains, I was able to get the training and technical abilities I needed.

Everest is obviously going to be the big one, because that’s the mountain you’ve always looked up toward, and there’s all this pressure to stay healthy the whole time you’re there.

I figured as long as my body was willing and able, I was going to continue no matter what.

It’s different as a guide — I did some of the summits on my own,

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but when I do that, I’m very much concentrating on me. But as a leader, it’s not about me, but the clients.

You have to think about things like food, making sure they have the right gear, and learning about their personalities very quickly. It’s up to both of us together to determine if they’re able to keep going or not. I like building a team - we’re getting together to help each other and work as a team.

What I love about mountaineering For me, it’s about the whole experience — the top is nice, but you can gain a whole lot from mountaineering without the summit. You need a lot of determination in this life, and it doesn’t have to be climbing and mountaineering. You can do anything; you just need to put in the time and effort in.

It’s me experiencing the mountain — I can challenge myself. Sometimes it doesn’t matter what else is going on in the rest of the world - you just feel at peace out there.

If you have suggestions for My Name Is ..., contact Clarke Reader at creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com.

Lakewood resident Martin Barnett on the summit of Carstensz Pyramid in Papua New Guinea.

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CORRECTION An April 6 story about author and journalist Ed Sealover’s new book incorrectly reported his state of birth.

He was born and raised in Annapolis,

Maryland.

The newspaper regrets the error. To report corrections and clarifications, call 303-566-4129

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Skunk found near Wadsworth with rabies

Jeffco health department urges vaccinations and precautions for animals STAFF REPORT

A skunk captured in Lakewood near Wadsworth and 16th Avenue was infected with rabies, according to lab results from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

The skunk came into contact with one dog that was up to date with its vaccines. The dog has received

booster vaccinations and is now on a 45-day home observation period. The skunk is one of several animals in Jefferson County that has tested positive for rabies already this year.

In 2016, 88 wild and domestic animals in Colorado were confirmed rabies-positive by the deparment laboratory. Ten were from Jefferson County. The vast majority were wild animals with skunks and bats being the most common.

The public is urged to vaccinate domestic pets and valuable livestock against rabies and to be sure vaccinations are kept up-to-date.

Following are additional precautions to prevent possible exposure to rabies:

• Avoid contact with wild animals, especially any that act unusually. A healthy wild animal will generally avoid human contact.

• Teach children to stay away from wild animals, stray domestic pets or any dead animals and to tell an adult if they are scratched or bitten.

• Wildlife suffering from rabies will often be out during the day, act aggressively and violently approach people or pets. Rabid wildlife might also stumble or have trouble walking.

• Do not let pets roam freely.

• Contact a veterinarian if your dog or cat is bitten or scratched by a wild animal.

• If a person is bitten or scratched by a wild mammal, they should wash the area thoroughly with soap and water, seek immediate medical attention and notify a local public health agency. Prompt medical treatment is key to preventing rabies after a possible exposure.

• Do not feed wild animals,.

• Do not leave pet food or livestock feed outside, or feed more than your outdoor pet will finish in one feeding.

For more information or to report a suspicious animal, contact the local animal control agency or Jefferson County Animal Control at 303-271-5070.

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Good Planning & Help From Our Agents Can Reduce the Stress of Moving

Whether representing you on the sale or use our company, you won’t have to find a purchase of your home, one of our agent’s moving company. We have two moving goals is to help you relieve the stress of mov- trucks and can provide a driver and laborers. ing. Here is some advice and We’ve found the best deals on information you might want to REAL ESTATE moving boxes at U-Haul stores TODAY save for future reference. and at Home Depot. If you’re a Plan ahead. It’s never too client of ours, we provide new or early to start packing, especially lightly used boxes and packing if you’ll be putting your home on materials free from the storage the market. Get those excess building behind our office. possessions out of the house, Are you downsizing? If you whether to storage or Goodwill. If need to dispose of certain furyou’re our client, you can use our nishings, there are several solutruck for that purpose, and we tions. You can always donate can recommend a storage place your better items to Habitat for that may give you the first month Humanity’s ReStore. They have free. If you’re moving out of By JIM SMITH, three Jeffco locations: in Bergen ® Realtor state, consider using a “pod” Park, in Littleton (on Quincy Ave., mover. They will deposit a pod (available in next to Costco), and on the I-70 frontage different sizes) in your driveway, which you road in Wheat Ridge (east of Medved). We can fill at your leisure. After you fill it, your have three estate sale companies on our mover stores the pod in their facility until you smartphone app (see last column at right) for give them the address you’re moving to. those items you want to sell. For items that You’ll want to interview two or more moving will be in your house while it’s on the market, companies. Search for online reviews and we recommend putting a price list of items Better Business Bureau ratings on movers, for sale on your counter. With multiple offers, as with other vendors. we have been successful in convincing a If you are moving within Colorado and buyer to purchase many or all of the items on

Golden Real Estate Honored for its Business Success Last Thursday at the Denver Metro Association of Realtors’ 39th annual Excellence Awards, Golden Real Estate was honored for having the third largest number of closings among brokerages with 6 to 10 agents.

Golden Real Estate’s nine agents completed 133 transactions totaling $48 million in volume during 2016. This represented a onethird increase in volume over the previous year. We were the only Jefferson County real estate brokerage honored in this category. If the award had been limited to Jefferson County, we would have been #1.

The #1 brokerage in this category was ONE Realty, LLC, a downtown Denver firm specializing in Denver neighborhoods.

The #1 brokerage in terms of closings among those with 1 to 5 agents was Megastar Realty, an east Denver brokerage. For brokerages with 11 to 30 agents, the leader was LIV Sotheby’s International Realty Downtown. For brokerages with 31 to 50

agents, it was Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Innovative Real Estate Group Northglenn. Among brokerages with 51 to 75 agents, It was RE/MAX Southeast, Inc. For brokerages with 75 to 100 agents, it was Kentwood Real Estate DTC. For brokerages with 101 to 200 agents, it was Porchlight Real Estate Group in downtown Denver. And for brokerages with over 200 agents, it was Keller Williams Realty Downtown, LLC. Other awards worth mentioning include the Community Service Awards, both individual and brokerage. The individual award went to Karen Levine and Karen Nichols of RE/MAX Alliance for their commitment and fundraising benefiting the fight against breast cancer. The company award went to RE/ MAX Alliance, which I used to work with, for its commitment to the Children’s Miracle Network, raising more the $1 million over two decades. This was a well-earned honor, which I am happy to publicize here.

that list to help win the bidding war.

As soon as you know your moving date and new address, use www.usps.com to file your change of address instead of doing it at the post office, because you’ll get a bundle of useful discount coupons after completing the online form.

Plan on taking a mini (3-4 day) vacation when showings begin on your home. If your home is priced right and marketed well, you’ll have multiple and even overlapping showings for the three or four days it takes to accumulate multiple offers. Take your pets and leave the lights on for those initial days.

Relax and let your agent do the work!

About changing utilities. The title company notifies your water provider. You call the electric/gas utility the day before your closing to get your final meter reading done.

Let the buyer make his own call. Your final reading will be their initial reading. Also call your internet and cable/satellite provider. Call your homeowner’s insurance company the

day of closing. Expect a refund on the remainder of your policy term within 30 days after closing sent to your forwarding address.

We recommend you interview the moving company, estate sale companies, and other vendors who are on our “Service Providers” app, which you can download free from the App Store and Google Play. A shortcut for downloading our app on either platform is to visit (from either your computer or phone) www.ServiceProvidersApp.com. The nice thing about our app is that the businesses don’t pay to be on it. They are only there because we or our clients had a favorable experience with them. If a future client reports a negative experience with a business on our app, we can remove them, and they know it, so it’s always good to tell a vendor that you were recommended by us. That way they’ll strive even harder to make you happy so they get recommended again.

Call us for a handout with other useful tips on reducing the stress of moving.

Pending Sales Index Says a Lot About This Hot Market Each month the National Association of Realtors (NAR) releases its “Pending Home Sales Index,’ and the index for February contained an important notation — that the number of homes under contract nationally was the highest it had been since last April and the second highest since 2001.

This fact tells us two things. First, it tells us that homes were selling better this winter than they were last summer, despite the usual reduction in listings. As I have written numerous times, winter is absolutely the best time (in the current seller’s market) to put your home on the MLS, because all those disappointed buyers from last summer’s bidding wars are still looking, but there’s less to look at. The result is quicker sales (unless

you overprice your home) and more bidding wars on the available homes.

Second, it tells us that the low inventory of active listings is significantly exacerbated by how quickly new listings go under contract, and not so much because fewer people are putting their homes on the market.

On the local level, this is demonstrated clearly by the following Jeffco MLS statistics for March covering the last six years:

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South Lakewood gets closer to playground fix PTA helps win school $110,000 GOCO grant

HOW TO HELP South Lakewood Elementary is accepting donations to help pay for its new playground area.

BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

There’s nothing wrong with nostalgia, but when a school’s playground hasn’t been significantly updated since the 1950s, it’s time for an upgrade.

“Like our school, the playground our students have access to was built in the ‘50s, and not in the best shape,” said Loren Huwa, principal of South Lakewood Elementary. “Over the past seven years, we’ve been trying to get an update program off the ground, but it never worked out.”

But under the leadership of Tina Klismith and the rest of the school’s Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), 2017 may finally be the year.

“I’m just stubborn enough to not give up on the process,” Klismith said.

“I quickly filled up a binder with contacts and steps it was going to take to get anything done on the project.”

The elementary school, 8425 W. 1st Ave., received a $110,000 grant from Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) as part of its School Yard Initiative program to make improvements to the playground. The cost for the project will be around $300,000.

“There are lots of schoolyards that serve as the center of recreation, not just for the school, but for the neighborhood and community,” said Jackie Miller, Youth Initiatives Director with GOCO. “The aim of our School Yard Initiative program is to transform these areas into vibrant places to play and learn.”

Schools apply for the School Yard grants with their local governments, and the yards must be designed, at least in part, by students. This approach ensures the finished product

Mail a check to South Lakewood Elementary c/o Playground Funds, 8425 W. 1st Ave., Lakewood, Colorado 80226.

To donate, go to https://sites.google.com/ site/southlakewoodpta/ and click on Playground Committee on the left side of the page.

Students at South Lakewood Elementary work with teachers and designers on their dream playground, as part of the application process for Great Outdoors Colorado’s School Yard Initiative program. Through this grant, the school received $110,000 to upgrade its playground.

COURTESY OF SOUTH LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY reflects the hopes of the users.

“Some of the most fun we had during the project was getting input from our students on what they wanted,”

Klismith said. “We asked our students to imagine their dream playground — name it and suggest what they want to see.”

South Lakewood serves about 520 students in kindergarten through sixth grade, and it’s becoming increasingly well-known for catering to students on the autism spectrum. To reflect this, the finished design has spaces where students escape from all the stimulation that comes with a busy playground.

“Part of the design also makes the area not just a playground, but an outdoor learning classroom,” Klismith said. “Down the road, we’re looking at possibly starting a community garden.”

Ward 1 councilman Charley Able was a big supporter of the project.

“I’ve been pushing the project whenever I had the opportunity,” Able said. “The commitment from the PTA and school has just been amazing.”

The school still needs to raise money for the playground, and is accepting donations and hosting various fundraising events. Since the community will be free to use the area when school is out, the hope is the community will get out and support the project.

“I’m really excited about doing this for our students,” Huwa said. “We’ve transformed the inside of our school with technology, and now we want to bring the outside up to date.”

Keeping an ear to the ground at Everitt Farms Stakeholders attend Bennet listening session to share thoughts on upcoming Farm Bill

BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Spring is the time when farmers get back out into their fields to start planting the year’s crops.

But U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet is planting seeds for the next Farm Bill in 2018 by hosting listening sessions with his staff throughout the state.

On a quintessential spring morning of April 7, Derek and Kamise Mullen, owners and operators of Everitt Farms, hosted members of Bennet’s staff, as well as representatives from

such groups as LiveWell Colorado, the Rocky Mountain Farmers Union and Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust.

“It’s very early in the process on the Farm Bill, but Bennet thought it was important to get farmers’ thoughts before they get back into the fields,” said Lee Swenson, Bennet’s senior adviser on Colorado rural policy.

The event gave the Mullens the chance to highlight their approach to urban gardening and share why they embraced the agricultural lifestyle.

“Our mission here is return to our traditional urban roots through farming and food,” Derek Mullen told the about 20 people in attendance.

“We have six kids, and trying to feed our whole family a wholesome diet wasn’t working,” Kamise Mullen added. “If we couldn’t do it, how could anyone else?”

The Farm Bill governs the country’s

U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet’s staff hosts a listening session on the reauthorization of the Farm Bill at Lakewood’s Everitt Farms on April 7. People interested in farming and agriculture attended to share their thoughts.

CLARKE READER national food and farm policy, including crop insurance, nutrition and conservation, and is typically reauthorized every five years.

Lawmakers in the House and Senate agriculture committees, including SEE FARM, P23

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Jeffco teachers could receive cost-of-living increase STAFF REPORT

Jeffco Public Schools teachers could receive a cost-of-living increase of 2 percent if a recent agreement between the district administration and the teachers’ union is approved.

The possible increase is part of a package that also addresses other salary issues along with non-compensation areas such as collaborative decision-making.

“I am excited that we have an agreement that moves us a step closer to our vision of having an effective educator in every classroom and meaningful collaboration between educators, parents and administration,” said John Ford, social studies teacher and president of JCEA. Last spring, Jeffco Public Schools and the Jefferson County Education Association (JCEA) established a fiveyear contract. However, compensation negotiations are conducted annually along with the opportunity to address a limited number of pertinent issues, and a tentative agreement on pay was reached the week of April 7 between JCEA and the district.

The agreement will be presented to JCEA membership for ratification after which it will be presented to the school board for a vote.

“We are pleased at the collaborative

efforts that went into this agreement,” said Ron Mitchell, Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education president.

“One of our board goals has been to make our salaries more competitive.

Though we have limited resources, this agreement demonstrates our commitment to our teachers and should help us be more competitive in today’s market. We have had to tighten our belts, but we’ve been able to accomplish this without making serious cuts to programs that directly impact our students. Looking to the future, it is time for all of us to work together to increase funding for K-12 public education.”

The district agreed to a compensation package with JCEA valued at $19.5 million if state funding is sufficient to cover the cost-of-living increase.

The package includes: providing a step increase for employees who have demonstrated effective performance, providing level increases for effective employees with graduate-level credits and providing up to a 2 percent costof-living-adjustment contingent upon receiving sufficient state funding.

Without sufficient state funding, the district has agreed to cover up to 1 percent.

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BUSINESS

The chamber connection: Helping businesses and residents Chambers of commerce keep communities ‘in the loop’ through access

Jeffco businesses get straight A’s

BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Chambers of commerce are designed to help their businesses grow and prosper in the community, bring in new customers and contribute to the economy.

But that’s not their only focus — chambers also inform and connect the residents of their communities.

“If businesses thrive, residents do as well,” said Pam Ridler, president of the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce. “We live in the community, too, and want it to keep growing and improving.”

With all the connections and resources available to them, chambers can serve as critical connections between businesses, nonprofits, local governments and residents.

“We work with the West Chamber and Arvada Chamber, because they provide great business connections, and because we’re always looking for experience faculty,” said Kim Rein, director of marketing and communications at Red Rocks Community College.

Bales “When we were raising capital for our Arvada campus, they were great in helping us raising awareness in the community.”

Training and leadership classes are also often hosted by chambers to get residents more involved.

“The chamber offers a leadership program, a young professionals program and various seminars,” wrote Angela Habben, Metro North Chamber president and CEO, in an

The West Chamber holds an annual gathering to celebrate women leaders in the community, like this 2016 event that honored, from left, Michelle Pollet, Beverly Winters, Norma Anderson, Mary Berg, Pam Nissler, Anne Burkholder, Andrea Burch, Margie Seyfert and Ben Wierderholt. Four of the Wierderholt children are in front.

CLARKE READER email interview. “All these provide diverse insight and information into the regional community and benefit one’s business — and personal — growth and development.”

Two of the most common ways residents interact with chambers are through chambers’ resources and special events.

Resources for newcomers, shoppers “When I needed to move a couple states over, the first place I called was the chamber of commerce of the city where I was moving,” said Andrea LaRew, president of Highlands Ranch’s chamber. “I wish more residents knew to use us as a resource. If someone needs something, we can help them or know someone who can.”

Chambers often serve as a first

point of contact for new residents, providing welcome kits and guides to the city. They also provide information to tourists interested in learning about hot spots to visit and entertainment options.

“We’re set up at the Arvada Visitor Center, and are able to interact with people just visiting our city,” said Kami Welch, president of the Arvada Chamber of Commerce. “Our place is to be on the home turf and educate and connect people in the community.”

For the person looking for a plumber, real estate agent or insurance company, chambers make connecting to reputable businesses easy through online directories and in-person recommendations.

“We all band together to promote Jeffco businesses,” said Pam Bales,

president and CEO of Jefferson County’s West Chamber. “We have a huge list of businesses to connect with people who need a wide range of services.”

For those who prefer a physical resource, chambers create guides that residents can pick up and keep in their car or home. But more and more chambers have embraced social media and technology to extend the reach of businesses in creative and interactive ways.

“As a chamber, we’re always in the loop on what’s happening in the community,” LaRew said. “It’s all about access and connection.”

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IN THEIR BUSINESS JoAnn Gould joins Apex JoAnn Gould has joined the Apex Park and Recreation District management team. Gould brings expertise and experience to the district to serve as Deputy Director of Recreation Services. Gould most recently worked at South Suburban Park and Recreation District, where she served as Director of Recreation Facilities. She managed operations at many facilities, including four recreation centers, two multiplesheet ice arenas, four outdoor pools, tennis centers, an indoor turf field house, mini-golf courses, batting cages, athletic fields and a pickleball complex.

Gould holds a master’s degree in Parks and Recreation Administration.

Dollar Tree relocates Broad Street Realty, a market-leading National commercial real estate services firm, announced the relocation of Dollar tree within Lamar Station Plaza

to make room for the upcoming opening of Ross Dress for Less.

The new Dollar Tree location is 12,757 square feet.

The move was designed to make room for the newest anchor tenant, Ross Dress for Less, scheduled to open in October.

Arvada Sprouts to open June 28 Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country, announced it will soon finish construction on a new location in Arvada.

The 28,000-square-foot store will be located at 15050 W. 64th Ave. at the Arvada Technological Center. The store will open on Wednesday, June 28 at 7 a.m. Details about the grand opening celebration will be announced at a later date.

Arvada Tavern owners open bar Mike Huggins and Lenka Juchelko-

va, owners of the Arvada Tavern and Klines Beer Hall in Arvada, and Union Lodge in LoDo, are opening another bar on on Tennyson Street. Tatarian, the new bar, will be in a 900-squarefoot spot at 4024 N. Tennyson St. The owners plan to turn the former beauty salon into what Mike Huggins calls a “modern cocktail bar,” as opposed to serving pre-Prohibition libations as the couple does at Union Lodge No.1 or 1940s-inspired mixed drinks at their first bar, Arvada Tavern.

Renovation at Marcella Manor Construction Manager and General Contractor Pinkard Construction Company has completed the second phase of renovation at Marcella Manor in Arvada.

Financing included 4-percent Low Income Housing Tax Credits and taxexempt financing provided by Freddie

Mac under its Targeted Affordable Housing TEL program arranged by Citi Community Capital.

Marcella Manor is owned within a partnership structured by Security Properties of Seattle.

Chiropractor opening Golden Health Chiropractic will officially open for business on April 17.

Golden resident Dr. Kevin Holman is opening up his chiropractic practice in the Golden Well Being Collective facility located at 410 9th Street. The business offers chiropractic health services to all ages with a goal of providing a comprehensive solution to the patient’s health and wellbeing.

“Essentially, chiropractic has the potential to benefit anyone with a spine,” said Dr. Holman.

For more information about Golden Health Chiropractic, visit www.goldenhealthchiropractic.com

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Community events, large and small When a visitor is sampling some of the best Jeffco eateries at Taste of the West, checking out sweet rides at the Englewood Car Show or watching a bull rider at the Douglas County Fair, they’re taking part in a chamber-sponsored event.

Many cities’ signature events are hosted or sponsored by their chambers, which serve the dual purpose of highlighting and connecting residents to member businesses, but also promote the city.

“The Douglas County Fair and Rodeo has been part of the history here for 60 years,” Ridler said. “We also have the Lighting of the Star event, and the Colorado Artfest is going into its 28th year.”

Beyond the big events, chambers host smaller community-driven happenings that connect residents with everyone from nonprofits to elected officials. These events are open to all residents.

“We have second and fourth Friday coffees in the morning at different area businesses, which helps us reach our residents directly,” said Randy Penn, director of the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce.

“One of the things we’ve had to change is how we reach out to citizens. We have a great relationship with the city, and our next step is getting more residents involved.”

Some of the Arvada Chamber’s

most popular events are its third Friday breakfasts, where attendees discuss everything from legislative wrap-ups to the state of the city, county, transportation and much more.

“We host a candidate forum every year that is really well-attended by residents,” Welch said. “We’re always looking at ways to tackle these issues. Sometimes it gets heated, depending on the subject, but that’s how a good discussion goes.”

Smaller chambers, like the West Colfax Community Association, host monthly morning meetings, that provide information and the opportunity to make important community connections.

“My brand new business wouldn’t exist without the WCCA,” said Gene Kalesti, owner of Pure Colorado Event Center and Kitchen. “All the connections needed to get started, I made the association’s meetings.”

In the end, so much of what chambers do comes down to a single word — connection. That applies to businesses, residents and the community at large.

“Our publications of a city guide that talks about Westminster, open job postings on our website, resident community bags and an online events calendar, ensure people can take on an active role in the community,” wrote Juliet Abdel, Westminster Chamber of Commerce president and CEO, in an email interview.

“Residents can also partner as community investors and participate in committees and projects that make a significant impact in our city.”

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Apr 13, Holy Thursday, 7:30 pm, Mass of the Lord's Supper and Jesus' model of service (washing of feet) Apr 14, Good Friday, 7 pm, Adoration of the Cross and Communion Apr 15, Easter Vigil, 9 pm, Lighting of the New Fire and Salvation History Apr 16 Easter Mass, 8 am, Celebrate the Resurrection!

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Holy Thursday: April 13 Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7:00pm Mass 8:00pm-12:00am Altar of Repose

Good Friday: April 14 3:00pm Solemn Celebration of the Lord’s Passion 7:00pm Stations and Veneration of the Cross

Holy Saturday: April 15 8:15pm Easter Vigil

Easter Sunday: April 16 7:00am, 9:00am, and 11:00am Mass

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VOICES

Finding ‘something greater’ through practice of frequent prayer

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Michael Alcorn

pray.

There — how’s that for a blunt lead-in?

What do I pray for? Most of the time, I pray for things like wisdom, to make better or good choices; or I pray for inspiration, so I come up with melodies or words that touch other people; occasionally, I pray for confidence or comfort, some sort of indication that things are going to turn out right.

I usually don’t pray for things; God is not Santa Clause ... or Amazon. He does not deliver the contents of my wish list to my front door. Though, in fairness, I cannot say with 100 percent certainty that the last time I bought a Powerball ticket and the jackpot was over $300 million that I didn’t whisper

something about good luck.

Most of the time, my prayers include some ask for forgiveness. In the course of my time praying, I usually run through at least a cursory litany of the stupid, mean-spirited, or inconsiderate things I did—or did not do— during the day. Believe me, to paraphrase George Washington, I am at least somewhat conscious of my own defects, and asking for forgiveness and the strength to do better tomorrow seems like the least I can do.

And, yeah — those of you who know me and who read last week’s column about arrogance? The irony was not lost on me, either.

But, do you know why I pray, in the end? It is not for any of those items I listed above. It

is because, in the course of praying, I become more aware of my own limitations, and the fact that there is something much larger and infinitely greater than me out there. It lifts me above the petty, mundane, self-absorption of my daily existence, and, at least a little bit, makes me think of things beyond myself. It widens my perspective.

I know there are a lot of ways to accomplish that objective. Being aware of the world around us is a worthy purpose, and can be achieved through donating time to charity, or volunteering with children, or spending time with the elderly, or performing mission SEE ALCORN, P14

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

An open letter to the Congress of the United States of America ALCHEMY

Andrea Doray

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ear Senators and Representatives of the 115th Congress: I am writing to respectfully ask you – all of you – to stop hiding behind the smokescreen of “but they made me do it.” No one makes you vote the way the way you do. No one forces to into your choices.

Case in point: the recent bitter battle over the Neil Gorsuch nomination to the Supreme Court.

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To the Republicans who went “nuclear” to confirm the nomination with a simple partisan majority, the Democrats didn’t make you do this.

You could have chosen to halt the pell-mell rush to confirmation and to allow calm and considered debate. You might have even gotten your 60 votes that way, without the unprecedented SEE DORAY, P14

Support state’s independence The Colorado Freedom Defense Act, HB17-1230 just passed the Colorado House and is moving to the Senate. State Senate President Kevin Grantham should assign this bill to a committee that will give it a fair hearing.

This bill protects Colorado from federal overreach by insuring that our local law enforcement agencies won’t use their staff to do the job of federal agencies. ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) will remain free to enforce immigration law in Colorado, and local law enforcement will continue detaining dangerous criminals who are unauthorized immigrants. But local agencies will not waste resources pursuing and detaining law-abiding community members just because they may be undocumented.

Our local police should be focusing on keeping us safe from actual criminals, instead of targeting people who pose no threat.

Studies consistently show that cities whose police force remains focused on local law enforcement and leaves immigration enforcement to ICE are actually safer, because the immigrant community works with police to report crime. (See NPR’s “Why Sanctuary Cities are Safer, Jan 29, 2017).

This is why many sheriffs and chiefs of police support a separation between their work and the work of ICE.

Columnists & Guest Commentaries

Contact Kevin Grantham as well as Republican state senators to show support for this bill and keep Colorado communities safe and welcoming.

Robin Kupernik, Arvada

Let’s end Alzheimer’s Since 2000, deaths from heart disease have decreased by 14 percent, while deaths from Alzheimer’s disease have increased by 89 percent. Alzheimer’s is the only cause of death in the top 10 that cannot be prevented or treated and has no cure. This must change.

Today, 69,000 Coloradans are living with Alzheimer’s, and 244,000 are caregiving for someone who has it. We must effectively prevent and treat Alzheimer’s disease soon and support those impacted by it until researchers achieve this goal.

The end of Alzheimer’s begins with all of us, including members of Congress. I urge Representative Perlmutter take these two important steps to help. First, actively support a $414 million increase in federal funding for Alzheimer’s research at the National Institutes of Health. Second, cosponsor S. 693/H.R. 1676, which would strengthen the palliative care and hospice workforce for people with chronic diseases, including Alzheimer’s.

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Colorado moves to protect seniors from financial abuse

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Jessie Danielson

rotecting Colorado seniors is one of the primary issues I work on at the Capitol. I believe that part of creating a better Colorado is our shared responsibility to make sure that older Coloradans are able to live at home with dignity and independence – and in safety and security. Last year I passed legislation giving prosecutors more tools to combat elder abuse. Another issue I am working on is protecting seniors who are taken advantage of financially.

The financial exploitation of seniors in Colorado is a serious problem. The consequences are devastating when a senior is exploited or scammed out of their life savings. It destroys their economic security, robs them of their independence and puts their health at risk.

This is why I am sponsoring HB17-1253, the Protecting Seniors from Financial Abuse Act. If passed, this legislation will give financial planners the training and support they need to identify and report the financial exploitation of

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senior citizens. Not only will the new measure require these financial professionals to report when they spot a scam, my measure gives them the power to stop the disbursement of funds to prevent a client from being cheated out of their savings. This alone can save a senior and their family from great pain and financial hardship.

Joining me is a long list of supporters of this bill, including the Colorado District Attorneys Council, the Colorado Attorney General, the AARP of Colorado, Colorado Senior Lobby, the Seniors’ Resource Center, the Jefferson County Council on Aging, the Colorado Commission on Aging, Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, Colorado Department of Human Services, and key industry groups that represent financial planners.

Financial abuse is by far and away the most prevalent form of elder abuse. It’s estimated that one in every five citizens over the age of 65 has been victimized by a financial fraud. To put it simply, we as a state are not doing enough to stop it. The Protecting Seniors from Financial Abuse

Act is an important step in changing that. It will help law enforcement hold criminals accountable, protect vulnerable citizens, and reduce the hardship and tragedy that comes in the wake of these crimes.

We owe it to Colorado seniors, many of whom are on fixed incomes and tight budgets, to put a stop to these crimes. The trusting and generous attributes that came to define the “Greatest Generation” are exactly the qualities that make seniors targets for this form of elder abuse. I am working to make your state government do a better job of protecting seniors, because it will improve lives and make our state a better place to live.

State Rep. Jessie Danielson serves House District 24, which includes Golden, Wheat Ridge, Edgewater and other Jefferson County communities. She is Speaker Pro Tem of the State House. To find out more about Rep. Danielson’s community events or to talk to her directly, call her cell at 720-276-3468 or visit www.jessiedanielson.com.

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ALCORN FROM PAGE 14

work. There are a myriad of ways to get to that particular place. But, what I have found in my own life, is that those specific acts tend to follow my awareness — the motivation to volunteer or to organize charitable activities follows widening my field of vision. In my case, prayer leads to action, rather than action leading to feelings.

And, I am aware that there are those of you out there who do not believe there is anything greater out there, no entity to hear those prayers. And, that’s okay — I would love to sit down for a coffee and share our differing thoughts on the matter. After listening to you, I would probably say that the God that I pray to is a God that we celebrate this week because He came to the world, not as a conqueror or ruler, but as a sacrifice to open

April 13, 2017 doors that were previously closed.

And that — regardless of the people who acted in His name in the Dark Ages or who purport to represent Him now — a great deal of the progress of the modern world came from the unlikely growth of His following throughout the centuries.

And, you know what would happen in the course of our conversation? Both of our views of the world would broaden. Our perspectives would grow, and our self-absorption would shrink. And that, all by itself, would make the world a better place.

Because when we become aware of the fact that there is something greater out there, we tend to be better to each other. I know the name of my “something greater” — what is yours?

Happy Easter, my friends!

Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His novels are available at MichaelJAlcorn.com

DORAY FROM PAGE 12

implosion of senate tradition, which degrades appointments to the highest court in the land to a game of ping-pong where the party in power is the only side playing.

Oh, and Democrats, please remember that you yourselves instituted this very type of table tennis for lower court nominations in a previous administration.

I do understand some of the reasons many of you chose to filibuster.

First, and obviously, is the nonhearing for Merrick Garland during the last administration, which Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell fails to even mention when he bemoans your own obstructionism.

I also understand that some of you have actual concerns about Judge Gorsuch’s ideology, and his independence from the current administration. But no one made you choose the filibuster, which you knew would then, in turn, launch the nuclear option, because the Republicans made it clear that you would “force” them to do it.

You are all politicians, for goodness sake! Get political, in all the right senses of the word. Act in the best interests of the country and the people you represent.

Senators and Representatives, I admire your dedication to public service. I do. That’s why I’m taking

this opportunity to remind you that your service is to the public … to the people of your respective states and to Americans as whole.

Not to the government, not to the administration, and not to the president. You serve at our pleasure, and you work for us.

Here’s the thing: when I vote for you (or your opponent, as the case may be), I am voting for you, not just for your ideology or your positions, and certainly not for your promises. I vote for your integrity and your ability to reason.

Administrations change, people change, situations change, and so I have to count on you to make the best decisions you can with the information you have at the time.

Please, please don’t let me and my fellow Americans down by failing to use your integrity and your reason. Please don’t tell me someone else forced you to act in a way that many of you have admitted you don’t even agree with. You have other choices.

Some of the finest among you have called the April 7, 2017, rules change in the upper chamber “one of the darkest days in Senate history.” I implore you, please don’t extend those dark days, for the sake of the country you say you hold dear, and the people you proclaim to serve.

Love, Andrea Andrea Doray is a writer who can’t seem to stop asking, “What are they thinking?” Contact her at a.doray@ andreadoray.com.

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Good News Breakfast A Community Welcoming All

The 27th Annual Good News Breakfast Tuesday, April 25, 2017, 6:59 a.m. - 8:29 a.m.

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Our mission:

The Good News Coalition brings Jefferson County citizens together to celebrate the positive happenings and spiritual values that link our diverse communities.

2017 Good News Breakfast Program Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jill McGranahan, Chair, Good News Coalition Invocation . . . . . . . . . . Reverend John Anderson, Trinity Presbyterian Church Pledge of Allegiance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Erik Krickbaum, Mark T. Starr Center Speaker Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Neal Browne, Master of Ceremonies Keynote Speaker. . . . . . Lynn Johnson, Executive Director, Jefferson County Human Services Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leonard E. Barrett Jr., Phamaly Theatre Company 2017 Honorees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Neal Browne, Master of Ceremonies 2017 Hall of Fame Presentation . . . Mark Smiley, Executive Editor, Glendale Cherry Creek Chronicle Benediction . . . . . . . . . . Rabbi Jamie Arnold, Congregation Beth Evergreen

Thanks to: • Applewood Kiwanis for helping with parking • Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and the City of Golden for traffic control • The Jefferson County Fairgrounds management staff • Jefferson County Education Association for use of its meeting room • Good News Steering Committee members

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Special thanks to Jefferson County Commissioners: District 1: Libby Szabo; District 2: Casey Tighe District 3: Donald Rosier Get your tickets while they last! See page 2 for details.

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2017 Sponsors Gold Sponsors Westerra Credit Union Jefferson County Public Library Denver Metro Association of Realtors Silver Sponsors Red Rocks Community College City of Arvada City of Lakewood Jefferson Center for Mental Health Community First Foundation Jefferson County Human Services Jefferson County Community & Workforce Development Division Jefferson County Education Association Bronze Sponsors Seniors’ Resource Center Sooper Credit Union

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2017 Steering Committee Adler, Ryan City of Arvada Apel, Tracie Jeffco Public Schools Arnesen, Kayla Community First Foundation Bracy, Jolene Jefferson County Human Services Browne, Neal Jefferson Center for Mental Health Cook, Felix Community First Foundation Davis, Vicki The Action Center Fairchild, Roubhie Duncan YMCA Ford, John Jefferson County Education Association Hartmann, Jill Jefferson Center for Mental Health Jefferies, Anne Action Center/LDS Church King, Ashley Seniors’ Resource Center Luttrell, Amber Jeffco Sheriff Public Affairs McGranahan, Jill (Chair) Arvada Police Department

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2017 Good News Breakfast Honorees Our 2017 theme is “Jefferson County – A Community Welcoming All,” and we thank all those individuals and organizations who make a difference in the lives of children, youth and adults with special needs, including those with physical and mental health challenges, intellectual and developmental disabilities, the elderly and the homeless.

Camp Paha Camp Paha, sponsored by the City of Lakewood, is a seven-week summer day camp featuring traditional camp activities, field trips and life-skills development for campers transitioning into adult life.

Operating for more than 35 years, Camp Paha has served approximately 2,500 youth living with disabilities and inspired a nonprofit organization, Friends of Paha, which offers camp scholarships. For generations of individuals and their families, the camp means the difference between sitting at home all day and being active, engaged and supported in educational activities. Campers return year after year to make friends and memories that last a lifetime.

Colorado Disability Benefits Support Program A group of dedicated community members created the program to meet a huge unmet need – services for individuals who were too disabled to navigate the complex, onerous eligibility process to receive Social Security or Supplemental Security benefits. The program provides professional navigators who gather medical and other data to ensure these individuals are able to prove their eligibility and receive life-saving benefits. In Jeffco alone, hundreds of disabled individuals have received income, health insurance and other basic needs to stabilize their lives, their health and their living situations, so they can participate in their communities.

Friends of Staunton State Park Last August, the Friends of Staunton State Park held the inaugural Mark Madsen Accessibility Fundraiser, named in honor of a special visitor, a quadriplegic and avid hiker who had passed away. The fundraiser’s purpose was to raise money to purchase at least one Action Trackchair, a $13,000 tank-like wheelchair suitable for outdoor trails, and make it available at no charge to Staunton Park visitors. After greatly exceeding expectations, the group was able to purchase two Trackchairs for Staunton, the newest state park, and launch the first Park Accessibility program, making it easier for disabled individuals to enjoy the outdoors. Friends of Staunton Park hopes to expand this program to other state parks.

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Golden Hunger Watch Every Thursday, a nutritious lunch is served at Golden First United Methodist Church. It is perhaps the least known “restaurant” in Golden, and the meals are free. Begun in 2011, Golden Hunger Watch serves the homeless, low-income, out-of-work and others who are economically disadvantaged. No one is turned away. Patrons also receive toiletries, snacks and gently used clothing. Hunger Watch partners with Food Bank of the Rockies and receives donations from Golden Natural Grocers. Financial and volunteer support comes from Golden Calvary Episcopal Church, community members and other Golden churches.

Steven Hyatt Steven Hyatt is truly a champion in the special needs community, where he taught for more than 30 years prior to retiring. He not only initiated, organized and executed countless events for his special needs department, but also for all Jefferson County special needs departments. He went above and beyond his teaching duties to create unified basketball tournaments, adaptive skiing programs, adaptive proms and life-skills workshops. His love for community members with special needs is unmatched and mutual. Thanks to his support and guidance, many students have graduated from high school. His beautiful sense of humor and passion continue to support the special needs community.

John Ikard John Ikard, CEO of FirstBank from 1999 to February of this year, has made a monumental impact on Colorado’s nonprofit sector. Under his leadership, the bank became an incredible force in supporting local nonprofits, with $57 million in charitable contributions since 2000.

Ikard developed FirstBank’s community investment committee, providing millions to nonprofits working toward affordable housing, education and economic development. He created FirstBank’s employee volunteer program, giving all staff paid time to support organizations of their choice. He also helped Community First Foundation launch Colorado Gives Day, an annual online giving initiative that has raised more than $145 million for nonprofits in Colorado over the last seven years.

Kevin Nichols Kevin Nichols implemented the Safe and Accessible Arvada program, a project that renovates the homes of Arvada’s low-income, elderly

and disabled residents to increase “visitability,” which measures ease of access to a person with limited mobility. The program partners with Brothers Redevelopment to install such features as wider doors and hallways, grab bars, roll-in showers, stairway railings, levered door handles, no-step entries and ramps that aid residents with impaired mobility. Nichols frequently visits Arvada neighborhoods in the evenings and weekends to ascertain and meet community needs.

Mark T. Starr Center The Starr Center, located in Lakewood, is a nonprofit that brings hope, dignity and independence to adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers. Participants learn to make their own meals and often volunteer around the community at the ARC Thrift stores, The Action Center and Seniors’ Resource Center, their parent organization. Volunteering across Jefferson County teaches valuable skills and trains participants for jobs. The Starr Center is working on a vocational training program and helps clients learn how to use the RTD bus system. The goal is not only to teach skills to participants, but also to make the public more welcoming and accepting of these special clients.

Nominees Serve our Community The nominees for 2017 represent outstanding individuals and organizations who contribute their time and talents to making Jefferson County a welcoming community. In addition to those chosen as honorees, nominees are: • Bear Creek High School special and general education teachers • Blues and BBQ for Better Housing Foundation • Jefferson County Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs • Melissa Hoza and Anna Jackson, The HUB • Agent Kayla Knabe, Lakewood Police Department • Jill Lorentz, Summit Resilience Training • Ron Marquez, Developmental Disabilities Resource Center • Fletcher Miller School • Project Search • Ralston House • The Action Center • Wheat Ridge Recreation Center Therapeutic Recreation Program • Bryan Wickoren, Jeffco Public Schools

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reporting. He broke the story nationally of the exit of Gary Hart from the 1988 presidential race.

Lynn Johnson serves as the executive director of Jefferson County Human Services, which includes the divisions of Head Start; Workforce, Career and Family Services; Children, Youth and Families (Child Welfare); Justice Services; and Community Assistance, which includes Medicaid, Food Stamps, and Aging and Adult Services. She has participated on numerous committees supporting children and families. Prior to serving in this role, Johnson owned a consulting firm that worked with issues of mental health, high-risk youth, developmental disabilities, child welfare and early childhood education.

Browne formed his own company in 1999 to deliver media training to businesses and nonprofit organizations to help them tell their story more effectively, more memorably and more compellingly. He also authors the blog: www.expertmediacoach.com.

Johnson was the chief of staff for Lieutenant Governor Jane E. Norton in 2002 and from 1999 to 2002 was a policy advisor to Governor Bill Owens, handling primarily human services issues. Before joining the Owens administration, Johnson served as a senior specialist with the United States courts as a probation and parole officer. She was responsible for supervising offenders with mental-health concerns and those convicted of sex offenses. Johnson has a bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation from the University of Northern Colorado and a master’s degree in social work from Arizona State University.

She is a graduate of the Federal Judicial Center National Leadership Development program and the Harvard Executive Education program.

Neal Browne Neal Browne is the marketing manager for Jefferson Center for Mental Health. He served for 23 years as a reporter and anchor for 9News, the NBC affiliate in Denver. In addition to general assignment duties, he covered politics, the Colorado General Assembly and several national political conventions. He was nominated for several Emmys and was awarded two, both for live

He lives in south Jefferson County with his wife, and is the stepfather of four adult children and three grandchildren.

Hall of Fame – Mark Smiley Mark Smiley has been the executive editor of the Glendale Cherry Creek Chronicle since September 2013. He has 17 years of executive-level experience and most recently served as the director of marketing and public relations for Seniors’ Resource Center. He is currently the president of the Greater Glendale Chamber of Commerce, and serves on the Good News Breakfast Coalition Steering Committee. Smiley has served on the Board of Regents for the US Chamber of Commerce’s West Institute for Organization Management, County of San Bernardino Workforce Investment Board, US Chamber of Commerce Aviation Steering Committee and the Friends of the LA/Ontario International Airport.

Smiley is the former president of Sundance Public Relations; was executive director and cofounder of the Greater Glendale Chamber of Commerce; and served as president/ chief operating officer for the Ontario, California Chamber of Commerce. He was the seventh mayor in the 61-year history of Glendale, Colorado.

A native of Chicago, Smiley graduated from Saint Xavier University with a bachelor’s degree in mass communication in 1994 and holds a master’s degree in communication studies from Governors State University in Chicago. He and his wife, Gwen, have been married 11 years and have a beautiful five-year-old daughter, Eleanore.

GNB Hall of Fame Good News Themes Recipients in the last in the last decade decade 2008: Great Kids Building Great Communities 2008: Kim Christiansen 2009: Peggy Hallahan, Jeanne Oliver, Marilyn Saltzman 2010: Tori Merritts, Sharon Morneau, Nancy Morgan 2011: Brenda Geist 2012: Neal Browne 2013: Paul Rodriguez 2014: Dr. Cynthia Stevenson 2015: Applewood Kiwanis 2016: Sidnie O’Connell 2017: Mark Smiley Page 3

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2017 Honorary Board Mayor Marc Williams, Arvada Mayor Kris Teegardin, Edgewater Mayor Marjorie Sloan, Golden Mayor Robert Gordanier, Lakeside Mayor Adam Paul, Lakewood Mayor Sean Forey, Morrison Mayor Jeff Kiddie, Mountain View Mayor Herb Atchison, Westminster Mayor Joyce Jay, Wheat Ridge Jeff Shrader, Jefferson County Sheriff Terry Elliott, Acting Jeffco Public Schools Superintendent Ron Mitchell, President, Jeffco Public Schools Board Dr. Michele Haney, President, Red Rocks Community College Paul C Johnson, President, Colorado School of Mines Jeff Pierson, President, Jefferson County Administrators Assn.

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ith spring seedlings now popping through the soil, Colorado gardeners everywhere anticipate the growing season of flowers, vegetables and herbs, all of which can be used for a variety of health benefits, experts say.

Plants are rich in minerals and vitamins that can greatly benefit an individual’s body, mind and

soul, said Dani Otteson, a community herbalist at Milkweed Herbarium in Littleton.

“Medicinal herbs are very versatile,” Otteson said. “I think a lot of times in society we don’t think as much about what we can do to support our health. People think about what medicine they need when they are sick, but we need to take care of ourselves and support our wellness.”

Community herbalists sell medicinal herbs to the public, but they are not to be confused with a medical professional, Otteson said. Before using a plant as medicine, it is always wise to talk to a medical professional about any SEE PLANTS, P21

For the mind Otteson started Milkweed Herbarium a year ago. At her business, she sells herbal teas and teaches classes.

Otteson, a Littleton resident, primarily teaches people how to use medicinal plants, explaining how to blend teas, make syrups and create infused oils or honey.

Since entering the world of medicinal plants, Otteson has experienced a positive change.

“One of the biggest differences is that now I am more aware of how I feel,” Otteson said. “It has gotten me really used to checking in and figuring out why I don’t feel good and where don’t I feel good. At that point, I can find the best thing to help.”

Her class on nurturing grief and broken hearts is Otteson’s favorite class to teach. She teaches people strategies for dealing with grief, such as prayer, exercise and writing.

“There is no one thing that can be an answer, but there are a lot of different strategies I suggest people try,” Otteson said.

She also demonstrates how to make teas that she says help with the grieving process.

Otteson believes that minerals in certain teas can calm and nurture a person. She suggests people drink tea three to four times a day to benefit from minerals in the tea blend.

“In general, minerals are one of the more difficult ingredients for people to get, especially in the standard American diet,” Otteson said.

The teas Otteson blends are all inspired by different punk rock songs and albums.

Otteson’s uplifting, mood-boosting tea blend, for example, is called “Rise Above,” named after a song by the punk band Black Flag.

Otteson said that she creates teas for people dealing with sleep issues and stress. She said it is important to deal with any underlying issues with a psychologist, but she also suggests a soothing tea blend.

Otteson’s most popular tea blend recommended for calming a mind is called “I Want to be Sedated,” named after a song

by The Ramones. In that tea, she puts catnip, chamomile and passion flower.

“Sleep and stress are two of the biggest challenges for people,” Otteson said. “The tea is calming; you can give it to kids, too.”

Dani Otteson, a community herbalist who recently opened her business, Milkweed Herbarium, holds an unblended tea.

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For the body Dating back to ancient Egypt, the aloe plant has a long history of medicinal use, according to healthline.com. The plant is a common household succulent often used for sunburn relief.

According to the website: • The plant contains active compounds that may reduce pain and inflammation and stimulate skin growth. Simply rubbing a small amount into a burn several times will help reduce pain and encourage healing.

• The anti-inflammatory property of aloe, B-sisterole, can ease the pain and reduce the affects of rhumatoid arthritis by consuming two ounces of aloe up to three times a day.

• The clear fluid in an aloe plant is 99 percent water. The other one percent is full of antimicrobial properties and contains vitamins C and E. This means that the non-greasy fluid can fight acne, reverse aging effects in skin and serve as a moisturizer.

• Aloe vera extract is also a good substitute for chemical mouthwash. The vitamin C fights plaque and the aloe soothes sensitive, swollen or bleeding gums.

Aloeplant.info, a website serving as a wellness resource to using aloe for health, suggests creating a honey and aloe face mask. The honey’s antibacterial abilities and aloe’s anti-inflammatory properties combined reduce redness, fight acne and moisturize the skin.

To make the mask, combine one tablespoon of pure aloe vera gel and one tablespoon of raw, unpasteurized honey.

Apply to the face, neck or back and leave it on for 20 minutes before rinsing the mask off with warm water.

For the soul Rachel Sorrell, owner of Sorrell’s Healing Arts in Evergreen, studied the Mayan approach to medicinal plants in Guatemala.

“I think there is a lot out there that is about fitness and lifestyle, but a lot of the time people forget about self-care,” Sorrell said.

Sorrell works with cacao, which she said is the purest form of chocolate. She mixes two tablespoons of cacao powder in hot water with chili powder and cinnamon — the same way the Mayans consumed the plant.

“In cacao, there are three main ingredients that allow a really beautiful thing to happen within a person,” Sorrell said. “The scientific name for cacao is theobroma. It translates to `food of the gods.’ ” The first ingredient in cacao is theobromine, which is similar to caffeine. Theobromine boosts energy and focus but has less of a “crash” than caffeine, Sorrell said.

The second ingredient in cacao is anandamide, or the “bliss chemical.”

“As humans, we naturally release anandamide when we are feeling pure joy or pure bliss,” Sorrell said.

The third ingredient, phenethylamine, is known as the love chemical. Sorrell said it is naturally produced in the human brain when falling in love.

“These three chemicals together allow people to enter a higher state of consciousness,” Sorrell said.

“Cacao is a facilitator that works within a person’s body to reach a higher state of feeling bliss, love and focus.”

Sorrell leads cacao meditations, in which clients consume a cacao beverage with four to six tablespoons of cacao, more than Sorrell’s recommendation of two tablespoons.

After drinking the cacao drink, the meditation starts with some movement and ends in a sitting meditation.

“When people cry, it makes me so happy,” Sorrell said. “It is not that I like to see people cry, it is just very moving. I can see people work through things with the help of cacao.”

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All things must pass — another record store is shutting down

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I had the opportunity to do this every time I stepped into the Angelo’s CDs and More in Wheat Ridge. I worked in the store through college, and before that my LINER mother owned the NOTES Budget Tapes and CDs at that same location for more than 20 years.

But now, after decades of businesses in the Applewood shopping center, the store is closing at the end of April.

I got the bad news Clarke Reader during a recent Saturday visit to the store, and it knocked the wind out of me. It was like hearing the house you grew up in was going to be bulldozed.

Like Joni Mitchell once wrote, “They paved paradise and put up a parking lot.”

According to a handout given to shoppers, the store is closing because of an increase in rent prices in the shopping center, as well as required upgrades to the property that Angelo’s would have to pay for. Instead, the location is having a big closing sale all month, and employees will be going to the East Colfax and South Broadway locations.

CLARKE’S ALBUM OF THE WEEK With its closing, west Jefferson County loses its only significant indegroup doesn’t quite live up album answers that question pendent music store. On West Colfax Selection: White Reaper’s “The to the album’s title yet, but in gloriously skuzzy fashion. there is Chain Reaction records, which World’s Best American Band,” they’re one step closer.

This is the kind of rock album focuses on metal and punk albums, and released on Polyvinyl Records. made for blasting out of car on Wadsworth in Arvada there is Black Favorite song: “Little Silver windows on sunny days, and and Read, but that store doesn’t just do Review: If you’ve ever wonCross” you’re definitely going to want music — it also sells books, games and dered what The Ramones to add it to your summer movies. If you want to peruse the latest would sound like if they had Best song to kick off your rotation. This is rock as it was vinyl releases, check out local artists bands like Van Halen and Thin summer playlist: “The originally intended — loud, and get a new CD for your car, the opLizzy as their main influences, World’s Best American Band” wild and free. The Kentucky tions are now big box stores like Best White Reaper’s sophomore Buy, Target and Barnes and Noble, or There’s nothing quite like it. these kinds of services appealing and, heading to downtown Denver.

As Mitchell wrote in the aforemenIn 2015, Colin Hanks (Tom Hank’s son) of course, I use them, just like everyone tioned song, “You don’t know what else. But I still go to the record store made a fantastic documentary called when I find something I love and need a you’ve got ‘til it’s gone,” so be sure to “All Things Must Pass,” about the rise physical copy of, or when I want recom- celebrate and patronize businesses who and fall of the Tower Records chain.

The film is overflowing with interviews mendations. provide these kinds of personal services Because even with all the algorithms with former Tower employees, and while they’re around. There aren’t and recommendations based on previmusic luminaries like Bruce Springsmany music stores left, and believe me, teen, Dave Grohl, Elton John and David ous search histories, you can’t replace we need them. the people who truly, truly love music Geffen. I’ve been thinking a lot lately But don’t take it from me — The Boss and want to share it with their customabout some of the things these people knows you should, too. ers. discussed since I found out the Wheat “You know, everybody in a record “Those people knew their stuff. They Ridge Angelo’s closing. store is a little bit of your friend for 20 were really on their ball. I mean, they The shuttering of Tower, and other minutes or so,” Springsteen said in the just weren’t employees and they hapindependent music shops, has been a documentary. “There was that family slow but steady process since the advent pened to work at music stores. They aspect of a real record store.” were devoted to music,” John said in the of online shopping sites like Amazon, film. “It was inviting. It was like going and digital music retailers like iTunes, Clarke Reader’s column on how music to your favorite café.”

Spotify and Pandora. connects to our lives appears every other For years, I was one of those people, “How do you compete with that?” Gefweek. A community editor with Colorado and I learned so much about music from Community Media, he will miss the fen said in one of the film’s interviews. the people I worked with and customers Wheat Ridge Angelo’s terribly. Check out “You know, if you could get Coca-Cola I helped. If it really is the little things for free from your faucet, you wouldn’t his music blog at calmacil20.blogspot. in life that matter, it’s difficult to top the com. And share why record stores are buy a bottle of Coca-Cola.”

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Dani Otteson, a community herbalist who recently opened her business, Milkweed Herbarium, poses with a milkweed plant, a plant that Otteson has a deep connection with.

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health problems and the intended use of a plant to ensure safety.

“If you have a broken arm, you should definitely go to the hospital,” Otteson said. “There are so many ways herbs can support us in our lives, whether it is health challenges or every-day wellness. What it comes down to is people finding help that resonates with them and that they feel comfortable with.”

Barbara Marshall, a resident of unincorporated Douglas County, said she believes natural medicine is better received by a body.

Marshall said that her daughter, who is a nurse, recently had twins and uses a tea to help her body produce enough milk for her infants.

“I believe using plants are safer because typically organic and natural items are used,” Marshall said. “Because they are natural items and they are not manufactured in a lab, your body is going to absorb them better.”

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Bennet, are beginning to develop the next Farm Bill before the current measure expires in late 2018.

The session at Everitt Farms, and the others Bennet is hosting around the state, are an opportunity for stakeholders to have their thoughts heard.

During the session, people spoke about the challenges of getting water, the support needed for small farms, access to grant money and the importance of staying active.

“It needs to start with this group,” said Bill Midcap, director of external affairs with the Rocky Mountain Farmers Union. “We all need to be

calling our legislators and letting them know how important agriculture and farming is.”

Alex Funk, policy analyst and staff attorney at the National Young Farmers Coalition, also highlighted the importance of supporting the next generation of farmers.

If there was one message Bennet’s staff could take away from the session, it was that farming and agriculture is vibrantly alive and vitally important.

“Farms produce more than food, and we need to think about that,” said Erik Glenn, executive director with the Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust. “Farms also produce clean air and water — the things we rely on here in the city to live a sustainable life.”

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‘Stage Kiss’: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturday through April 15 at The Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St., Denver. A pay-what-youcan industry night planned for Thursday, April 6. Second show in Equinox Theatre Company’s ninth season. Tickets and information at www.EquinoxTheatreDenver. com.

‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 21-22 and April 28-29 at Colorado ACTS Theatre, 11455 W. I-70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Matinee performance at 2 p.m. April 29. Tickets purchased at the door.

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Songs of Darkness and Light: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at Augustana Lutheran Church, 5000 E. Alameda Ave., Denver. Presented by the Augustana Arts Anima Chamber Ensemble. Choirs from Dakota Ridge and Wheat Ridge high schools also will perform.

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Wheat Ridge Quilt Circle: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of the month in the Red Brick house at Historic Park.

Upcoming meetings are April 26, May 24, June 28, July 26, Aug. 23, Sept. 27, Oct. 25, Nov. 29.

Presented by the Wheat Ridge Historical Society.

‘Damage’ Art Exhibit: open through February 2018 at Red Rocks Community College, Lakewood, in the mezzanine near the library. Denver artist Sharon Brown’s exhibit features psychologically charged paintings created mostly from photographs. Go to www.rrcc.edu.

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Fox Hollow Golf Season: Fox Hollow based CGA members are welcome to play in the club’s first 2017 tournament scheduled April 15. Go to fhmgc.org.

Exploring Black Anger: 9:30 a.m.

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Sugar, Food Addictions, and Anxiety: 6 p.m. Monday, April 17 at Natural Grocers/Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Deborah Bird, C. Ht., MBA, will address the causes of sugar and food addictions and how they chemically support anxiety. An internal response causes these addictions, and the problem is not lack of will power. Learn real, lasting solutions. Call Kate Sheets at 303-423-0990.

Filmed Interview with Mother of Amish Schoolhouse Shooter: noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 18 at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. Terri

Meridian, 10695 W. 17th Ave., Lakewood. The non-fiction book club of the League of Women Voters of Jefferson County will read and discuss “Between the World and Me,” by Ta-Nehisi Coates. lease have book read before meeting.

The group also will meet at 1 p.m.

Wednesday, April 19 at a site in Littleton. Call Lynne at 303985-5128 for information and location.

Business Meeting/ Luncheon: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tuesday, April 19, at the Lakewood Country Club, 6800 W. 10th Ave., Lakewood. League of Women Voters of Jefferson County event.

Colorado historian Patty Limerick will speak. Reservations required.

Go to http://lwvjeffcoannual2017. bpt.me. For information, call 303238-0032 or go to www.lwvjeffco. org.

Wine, Cheese Fundraiser: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at The Club at Rolling Hills, 15707 W. 26th Ave., Golden. Guest speaker is Jonah Werner. Business casual attire.

Adults only. Learn how Young Life impacts the lives of kids in central Jefferson County. All proceeds benefit Young Life in Golden, Wheat Ridge, Lakewood and the surrounding areas. RSVP at www. centraljeffco.younglife.org.

Roberts, mother of shooter Charles Roberts, was embraced by the Amish community following the tragedy. Participants will be able to discuss times they’ve felt shame and consider ways they can heal. Contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net.

What’s the Buzz about the AAUW National Conference for College Student Women Leaders?: 1 p.m. Thursday, April 20 at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, 920 Kipling St., Lakewood. Danielle Jordan and Michelle Bledsoe will speak about how attending NCCWSL conferences provided then with skills and confidence to become successful, independent business women.

‘A Skull in Connemara’: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 1 p.m. Sundays through April 30 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Additional shows at 6 p.m. Sunday, April 2, 9, 16 and 23. A raucous and unsettling comedy about death and dirt. Call 303-935-3044 or go to minersalley.com.

Earth Day Celebration: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at the Lakewood Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St. Celebration showcases products, services and resources to better the earth. Go to www. lakewood.org/earthday.

Gardening in Colorado: Top Ten Tips for Vegetables: 2-4 p.m.

Sunday, April 23 at Wheat Ridge Library, 5475 W. 32nd Ave., Wheat Ridge. Learn about the top 10 veggies that are easily grown in our Front Range conditions. Taught by a Colorado State Universitytrained Colorado Master Gardener.

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League of Women Voters Book Club: 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 17 in the Lakewood area; and 9:30 a.m.

Saturday, May 20 at Westland Meridian Library, 10695 W. 17th Ave., Lakewood. Get a copy of the nonfiction book, “Thank You For Being Late, An Optimist’s Guide to Thriving in the Age of Accelerations,” by Thomas L. Friedman, three-time Pulitzer prize winner, and be ready to discuss by May. Call Lynne at 303-985-5128 for Wednesday’s meeting location and details about either meeting.

The public is welcome.

activities and prizes. Get those Easter baskets ready. All ages. Calli Kate Sheets at 303-423-0990. e y Probiotics: 11 a.m. Monday, April 17 t at Natural Grocers/Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., s Arvada. Gut bacteria influences d how every part of your body workss - how easily you lose (or gain) weight, how your immune system e functions, even your ability to fo- a cus. Learn about supplements for a keeping your gut healthy. Contact c Kate Sheets at 303-423-0990. p t c 9Health Fair: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday, April 22 at Red Rocks Community College, 13300 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood. Free and low-cost health screenings and education offerings. Free special children’s screenings available.

Touch-a-Truck area with fire vehicles and ambulances. Go to www.9HealthFair.org.

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Horizon Montessori Spring Fling: 5:30-11 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at Applewood Golf Course, 14001 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. Proceeds support Free Horizon Montessori student initiatives or continuing education support staff. Go to www.FreeHorizonMontessori.org.

Eco-Fair and Shred Day: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 22 at Hutchinson Elementary School, 12900 W. Utah Ave., Lakewood.

Securely shred unwanted documents while recycling old paint, electronics and other household items. Donations welcome to support Hutchinson Elementary School.

Food Pantry: open from 9-11 a.m.

Wednesdays at New Apostolic Church, 5290 Vance St., Arvada, rear entrance (across the street from Beau Jo’s restaurant). Contact Gertrude at 303-902-6794.

Fun with Animals: 10-10:45 a.m.

Wednesdays in March at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. For ages 3-6 years. Learn about coyotes, beavers, bugs and fish. Use books, stories, crafts and games. Sign up at arvada.org/public-classes.

Aging Actively at 50 and Older: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 27 at Boulder Public Library Theater, 1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder. Arrive at 6 p.m. for registration and coffee. Presented by EnrichLifeOver50.org, which focuses on the positive aspects of growing

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Eggcellent Adventure: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Friday, April 14 at Natural Grocers/Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Natural Grocers hosts the healthiest Easter egg hunt around. Kid-friendly

Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Thursday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.

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The agreement also includes increasing the years of service offered to new employees hired for fall of 2017 by one year — recognizing six years rather than five.

Also addressed were non-compensation issues including collaborative decision-making, workload and a short-term disability plan redesign.

All Jeffco Public Schools employees would receive an increase in the amount contributed toward medical and dental premiums, the first increase since 2003. These increases are paid for by reallocating dollars within the current benefits expenses — a change required because of an appel-

late court decision and approved by the Jeffco Benefits Advisory Committee.

“I appreciate the efforts of the district and JCEA negotiating teams as well as our board to support competitive compensation for current and potential employees to ensure we continue to have highly talented professional educators in every classroom,” said acting Superintendent Terry Elliott.

The school district is still negotiating with the Jeffco Education Support Professionals Association (JESPA), which covers support professionals.

If a similar agreement is reached with JESPA, and the district receives sufficient state funding, the school board will be committing an additional $26 million for all employee compensation for the 2017-18 school year as compared to 2016-17.

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Green Mountain junior JD Wadleigh (22) is greeted at the Rams’ dugout by teammates after his two-run home run in the bottom of the third inning against Golden on April 10. Green Mountain won 7-1 to improve its record to 9-0 on the season.

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No. 5 Green Mountain remains undefeated Golden faces defending 4A champion Valor this week

BY DENNIS PLEUSS JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

LAKEWOOD — Timing is critical to success in so many ways on the baseball field.

So far this season, Green Mountain has had impeccable timing.

The Rams (9-0 record) ripped through its non-conference schedule undefeated, including a 4-0 record in its spring break trip to Arizona.

Green Mountain kept it rolling April 10 with a 7-1 home victory over Golden to begin its sevengame conference run in the Class 4A Jeffco League.

“I thought we would have a pretty good start and I feel like we should carry this throughout the season,” said Green Mountain pitcher Matthew Ramirez after picking up his fourth victory on the mound this season.

Ramirez went 6 and 2/3 innings before senior lefty Josh Harkins finished off the game getting the final out on the mound for the Rams.

Ramirez, a senior, gave up six hits, six walks and never managed to get a 1-2-3 inning. However his timing was flawless getting critical outs

when the Rams needed them.

Golden (6-4, 0-1) stranded a dozen runners. The Demons’ lone run was off a sacrifice fly by senior Matt Kneeskern in the top of the fifth inning. “(Green Mountain) got the hits when it mattered and we didn’t get the hits when it mattered,” Golden coach Jackie McBroom said. “I think we had guys in scoring position in five innings. We didn’t get a base hit with a runner in scoring position the whole game. That was the difference in the game.”

The Rams’ defense turned a pair of key double-plays in the sixth and seventh innings to squelch

Yocum won three events at the April 8 D’Evelyn Invitational. She won the 100 meter hurdles in 14.57, the 300 hurdles in 42.45 and her 25.42 clocking was a first place time in the 200 meters.

Carmen Bustamante, soccer, junior, Jefferson: She scored twice on April 6 in a 3-2 victory over Lotus School For Excellence.

Jakob Pigati, baseball, senior, Bear Creek: Pigati hit a double and triple in

three at-bats, scored twice and had two runs batted in during a 5-4 win over D’Evelyn on April 8.

Colorado Community Media selects five athletes from high schools in the west metro area each week as “Standout Performers.” Preference is given to athletes making their debut on the list.

To nominate an athlete, contact Jim Benton at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com

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JEFFCO STANDOUT PERFORMERS Jordan Remley, golf, senior, Ralston Valley: She fashioned a 1-over-par 73 at Fox Hollow golf course on April 3 to take medalist honors in the Jefferson County 5A tournament.

Alex Nillen, soccer, senior, Wheat Ridge: She scored the winning goal in the Farmers’ 1-0 Jefferson County 4A League win over Standley Lake on April 6.

Sara Yocum, track, senior, Faith Christian:

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arc Johnson was standing near the left-field foul line answering questions, and it didn’t take long to understand why he is still coaching baseball at Cherry Creek High School.

OVERTIME It’s for the love of the game.

On a recent afternoon, he stopped several times as the Bruins were starting practice to stress to pitchers the importance of throwing strikes, to tutor outfielders on drop steps and to remind a shortstop on knowing the Jim Benton arm strength of outfielders.

“I still love working with kids,” he said.

“They are fun to work with and they still listen. They try hard.”

Johnson, 72, is in his 45th season as head baseball coach at Creek. He also served for 23 as boys soccer coach.

He is on a Colorado coaching longevity list that includes Denver East and Machebeuf football legend Pat Panek (52 years), Denver Christian basketball coach Dick Katte (48 years), Dove Creek football coach Kenneth Soper (46 years), Heritage and Columbine wrestling mentor Ray Barron (46 years) and Eaton baseball coach Jim Dantley (46 years), who is now an assistant at Littleton. Only Barron and Johnson are active head coaches.

“I’ve been very blessed having the community and administration we have,” Johnson said.

Johnson went into this season with 751 coaching victories, so the success ratio works in his favor. The Bruins have captured eight state championships, been the runner-up five times, a final four team in 22 springs and have earned 29 league titles.

“There are obviously a lot better players today,” Johnson said. “They’re stronger, bigger and faster. Sometimes the baseball IQ isn’t any better. We work every day on baseball IQ stuff.

“Obviously the first state championship in 1983 was memorable. That 1995-96 team when we started that run of five straight state championships was a huge time. That was our heyday.”

Filling out lineup cards, strolling to the mound and prepping fields after unpredictable spring storms will continue to be part of Johnson’s life.

“I’ve always said this: As soon as the kids don’t relate any more and as soon as the kids aren’t happy, I’ll know its time,” he said. “I’m not going to go anywhere until I feel it is time or the school says it’s time. I still absolutely love it.

“For me, I don’t golf or fish because I’m so immersed in baseball. When I do give it up, I’m going to have to learn to fly fish or do something. Coaching is obviously something I love. One thing, I’ve gotten more tolerant than I was when I was younger. You kind of have to shift with the culture a little bit.”

Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-566-4083.

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Lakewood girls sixth, boys seventh at Twilight Invitational

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Lakewood joined 26 other teams at the highly competitive April 7 Thomas Jefferson Twilight Invitational Track Meet and Tiger athletes regularly finished in the top eight in events to score points for their team.

“We face a new challenge as we have to rebuild. We have been spoiled for the past seven years particularly with our girls team so now we are looking for kids to step up and fill some big shoes,” Tigers Coach Chris Poissan said. “On the boys side we are young with quite a few kids who haven’t come out for track before. I think we have some good sprinters and we have some young distance runners I think can make some noise for us.”

The meet was held at Denver’s AllCity Stadium. Hundreds of athletes joined hundreds of spectators in the

stands with everyone rattling nearby windows as they cheered on their favorites as many track and field events literally came down to the wire.

Vista Ridge won the boys team title with 100 points and Lakewood was seventh with 36 points.

Mateo Mondragon was the leading point scored for Lakewood as he posted a second place finish in the long jump and a second place finish in the triple jump.

Teammate Chase Dorbusch took runner-up honors in the 1,600-meter run and Robert Miller took fourth place in the shot put competition.

Rocky Mountain won the girls division team title with 112 points and the Tigers took sixth place with 47.33 points.

Carly Zimmerman was the only Tiger event winner as she won the 300-meter hurdles. She also finished third in the 100-meter hurdles. Two

Lakewood athletes earned runner-up honors in field events as Sarina Kopf took second in the pole vault and Katherine Sena took second in the triple jump. She also took sixth in the long jump.

The Tigers had two other sixth place finishers, Christine Leas-Burnley in the 200-meter dash and Carley Bennett in the 1,600-meter run.

Bennett said she runs distance because her mother was a distance runner, she isn’t good at sprints and she likes the fact she can control the pain that comes with running distances.

“I like to run,” she said. “I enjoy running and I think it is the purest sport in the world. I like sports and competition so I run distance races in track, I run cross country and I also play tennis.”

Bennett, who posted a time of five SEE TRACK, P28

Carley Bennett picks up the pace to preserve her place in the field as she competes in the 1,600-meter run for Lakewood at the April 7 Thomas Jefferson Twilight Invitational Track Meet.

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minutes, 35.07 seconds in the 1,600-meter run, said she tries to keep her mind clear as she competes.

“I must try to block everything out in my mind so I can stay really, really

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any comeback attempt by the Demons. Ramirez actually started a 1-5-3 double-play in the top of the seventh inning before leaving the mound.

“It was kind of weird because I went to third instead of second,” Ramirez said of starting the double-play with the comebacker to the mound. “At least we got the two outs.”

Green Mountain coach Brad Madden gave a lot of praise to the left side of his infield — third baseman Dylan Jacob and shortstop Kyle Coleman.

“Kyle and Dylan saved our butts a bunch of times with some unbelievable defensive plays,” Madden said.

“Defensive plays were the key to Mat-

focused on running my race,” the sophomore said. “I don’t think about music or other things because that distracts me. I don’t want that to happen because I want to concentrate on running the race. Today wasn’t a particularly good race for me but my goal is to focus on training and running the races so I can get my time down to about five minutes for the 1,600.”

thew being able to get into the seven inning.”

Offensively, Green Mountain had a pair of 3-run innings in the third and fifth. Junior JD Wadleigh and senior Braden Carpenter led the way combining to drive in five runs.

“Starting off league strong is something we were really looking forward to,” Carpenter said. “It’s a good starting point for us.”

Green Mountain moved into the CHSAANow.com Class 4A baseball rankings for the first time this spring on April 12. The Rams enter as the top 4A Jeffco team in the poll at No. 5.

Dennis Pleuss is a communications specialist for Jeffco Public Schools with a focus on athletics and activities.

For more Jeffco coverage, go online at CHSAANow.com/Jeffco.

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35 years experience.

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Concrete/Paving

Serving the Front Range Since 1955

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Craig (303)429-3326

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Drywall

House Cleaning

Garage Doors

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Electricians

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Over 25 years experience

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TV’s

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Small Jobs Welcome

Handyman

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Trash / Rubbish / Debris and Junk Removal Professional and Reliable Year Round Service Rubin (720)434-8042 Kerwin (720) 519-5559

Heavy Hauling

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All types of repairs.

Reasonable rates 30yrs Exp. 303-450-1172

• Residential • • 8 Years Experience • • Bonded & Insured •

21/hr.

$

Del @ 303-548-5509 Landscaping/Nurseries

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Handyman Service

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• Residential Expert • All electrical upgrades • No Job Too Small • Senior Discounts – Lic/Insured

Driveways Tear Outs & Replace

Electricians

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Scrap Metal, Batteries, Appliances, Wiring, Scrap Plumbing/Heating, Cars/Parts, Clean out Garages/Yards, Rake, Yard work done w/chainsaw, Certified Auto Mechanical / Body Work & paint available Also can do inside or outside cleaning 303-647-2475 / 720-323-2173

Moving/Storage

303.870.8434 WEEKLY MOWING 10% OFF SUMMER BILL (before April 30th)

LITTLE DOG COMBO: $65.00 Aeration and Fertilization

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Painting

www.denverlawnservices.com

$$Reasonable Rates$$

*Leaf Cleanup*Lawn Maintenance* Tree & Bush Trimming/Removal* Removal/Replacement Decorative Rock, Sod or Mulch*Storm Damage Cleanup*Gutter cleaning * All of your ground maintenance needs Servicing the West & North areas Mark: 303.432.3503 Refs.avail

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Sosa Landscaping

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Remodeling

Rocky Mountain Contractors

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George - (303)252-8874

• Siding Replacement • Cedar and Log Homes specialist Roofing/Gutters

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Tile

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Wind Damage & Fix Leaks Gutter repair/cleaning 40 years experience FREE Estimates

A-1 Stump Removal Stump grinding specialist

Most stumps $75.00 $45 Minimum.

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Licensed & Insured.

36 years experience.

A father and son team!

Call Terry or Corey 303-424-7357

(720)209-4589

Plumbing

DIRTY JOBS

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FRONT RANGE PLUMBING

Roofing:

Shingles, Flat Roofs, Roof Leak Repairs.

35 years of experience.

Free estimates.

Butch Metzler (303)422-8826

JAY WHITE Tree Service Serving with pride since 1975 Tree & shrub trimming & removals Licensed and Insured Firewood For Sale Call Jay (303)278-7119

Majestic Tree Service 720-231-5954

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Sprinklers

303.451.1971

Commercial/Residential

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• Interior and Exterior • Carpentry Work • Fully Insured

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Aeration, Fertilizer + 1 Power Rake or 2 hours Yard Cleanup

LAWN SERVICES

Perez Painting LLC

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BIG DOG COMBO: $125.00

Established 2000

Painting

For all your plumbing needs Long lasting Specialty Services interior & exterior Over 40 yrs. experience References and guarantees available.

Call Frank

303.420.0669 Bob’s Painting, Repairs & Home Improvements 30 yrs experience Free estimates 303-450-1172

DEEDON'S PAINTING 40 years experience Interior & Exterior painting.

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Welding

WELDING/REPAIR

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