North Jeffco Westsider 041913

Westsider Westsider 4/18/13

North Jeffco

POSTAL PATRON

April 19, 2013

A Colorado Community Media Publication

ourwestminsternews.com

North Jefferson County, Colorado • Volume 12, Issue 15

PRSRT - STd ECRWSS US POSTAgE PAid BROOmfiELd CO PERmiT #101 Eddm

Sigg pleads not guilty to Ridgeway murder

By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Austin Sigg, the teen accused of murdering 10-year-old Jessica Ridgeway, pleaded not guilty to all charges, including murder and kidnapping, during his arraignment on Friday.

A trial is set to begin on Sept. 20 with jury selection.

Sigg is facing 18 charges, including first-degree murder, kidnapping, sexual assault and sexual exploitation of a child.

During the preliminary hearing on Feb. 22, Westminster investigator Louis Lopez

testified that Sigg confessed to the murder of Ridgeway during a 911 call.

According to a tape played at the preliminary hearing, Sigg told the dispatcher “I murdered Jessica Ridgeway, I have proof.”

He said the remains were in the crawl space at his home, and he was giving himself up completely.

Police investigated Sigg’s Sigg home in Westminster and found the remains.

Lopez testified that Ridgeway’s death was asphyxiation, according to the coro-

ner. Sigg is accused of kidnapping and killing Ridgeway in early October 2012 while she was walking to school. He is also accused of attempting to abduct a woman jogging around Ketner Lake in May 2012.

Detective Michael Lynch also testified during the preliminary hearing about an interview he had with Mindy Sigg, Austin’s mother.

According to Lynch, Sigg told his mother that he did not rape Jessica. Lynch testified that Sigg told his mother that he grabbed Jessica as she walked by his car, put her in his back seat. Sigg told his mother he was a monster and that he was also responsible for the attempted abduction of the jogger

as well, according to Lynch.

Friday’s hearing was a continuation of a March arraignment, which at that time Sigg’s defense team asked for additional time to investigate possible defenses.

Defense attorney Katherine Spengler told the judge the team needed the extra time to thoroughly go through every piece of discovery, which included 50,000 pages of information, 2,500 photos and 1,800 pieces of physical evidence.

Originally, the defense team asked for an additional two months due to the massive amount of information in discovery, but Judge Stephen Munsinger offered only a 30-day extension.

Bill to change oil-gas commission advances

By Vic Vela

vvela@ourcoloradonews. com

Jefferson County Deputy Sheriff Rob Neville helps a woman go through the security checkpoint at the entryway to the court side of the county building at 100 Jefferson County Parkway. Photo by Glenn Wallace

County plays defense Jeffco DA Weir requests security

By Glenn Wallace

gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com First Judicial District Attorney Pete Weir asked the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners for its support in improving security for his staff at a briefing last week.

“We’re in a dangerous business,” Weir said, adding the threat seemed real enough, and close enough that there was little time to waste.

He specifically cited the shooting death of Tom Clements, executive director of Colorado’s Department of Corrections, on March 19.

Weir called Clements a respected colleague and a close personal friend.

The suspect in that shooting was a parolee, Evan Spencer Ebel, 28, who was later killed in a car chase and gun fight with law enforcement in Texas.

“Mr. Ebel was prosecuted by my office. It was a Jefferson County Court that first put him away,” Weir said.

Ebel’s long rap sheet has its start in Lakewood in 2003 with armed robbery and felony menacing according to court records.

His more recent crimes have a Jef-

‘The problem is these dangerous folks also have dangerous associates, who are not in custody’ Pete Weir, First Judicial district attorney fco connection as well. In a grassy field that offers a decent view of the Jefferson County Courthouse, just a fiveminute drive away, Ebel is believed to have dumped his murder victim Nathan Collin Leon on March 17. Two days later, Ebel is also suspected of having shot and killed Clements at his Monument home.

Investigators are still looking into whether the killing of Clements was an ordered assassination, or if Ebel was acting alone.

Ebel was on parole at the time of the killings, and had spent the last few years in the Colorado prison system,

where he became associated with the violent 211 white supremacist gang.

The possible assassinations of a district attorney and an assistant district attorney in Texas have at least raised the possibility that prison gangs have chosen to target members of the justice system who helped put them behind bars, or help keep them there.

“The problem is these dangerous folks also have dangerous associates, who are not in custody,” Weir said.

Weir added that local law enforcement agencies have begun making extra patrols around the houses of some of staff residences.

Among Weir’s suggestions: Designated parking near a secure “County Employee’s Only” entrance, a secure shuttle bus service for DA staff, added video surveillance of the county courthouse grounds. Weir said a few other security ideas were being discussed with county staff, but would require time and money to be planned and implemented.

The county sheriff’s department, which is responsible for courthouse security, is aware of the situation and has taken some steps to improve security, department Public Information Officer Jacki Kelley said.

“They’re security measures, so we keep them pretty close to the vest,” Kelley said.

A Democratic-sponsored bill that would shift the Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission toward a more environmentally friendly body passed the House on April 9, with no support from Republicans.

An amended version of House Bill 1269 requires COGCC board members to disclose any financial ties they may have to the oil and gas industry. There also would be stricter rules regarding recusal, if it is deemed that the member has a conflict of interest.

The bill also changes the board’s mission. The GOGCC now has a dual role aimed at encouraging oil and gas production, while at the same time protecting the environment. But under the bill, the duality would be tilted toward public safety and the environment.

“We’re responding to what the public has concerns about,” said bill sponsor Rep. Mike Foote, DLafayette, during an April 9 House debate.

“The COGCC and the (oil and gas) industry hasn’t done enough to address those concerns.”

But Republicans argue that the bill would result in wasted minerals and would dictate to owners of mineral rights what they can and can’t do with their property.

“We have in this state the strictest oil and gas rules in the nation,” said Rep. Amy Stephens, R-Monument.

“This is really more about a group of people coming in and telling you what to do with your mineral rights.”

Rep. Ray Scott, R-Grand Junction, warned that “there will be blowback” if this bill becomes law and that the legislation is a reaction to a “hysterical” fringe.

“I am very concerned that we are sending a very loud and a very clear message to the state of Colorado, that we are not just going to regulate you ... we’re going to control you,” Scott said.

But Democrats say the

Capitol Report

changes the bill proposes do not spell doom for the highly profitable oil and gas industry.

“I don’t think the sky is going to fall over this bill,” said Rep. Pete Lee, D-Colorado Springs.

The bill passed the House by a vote of 34-29, with “no” votes from Democratic Reps. Ed Vigil of Fort Garland and Cherylin Peniston of Westminster.

Peniston told Colorado Community Media that she was supportive of changes made to the COGCC in 2007, at a time when she believed the “strictly oil and gas”-dominated board needed more balance.

However, she doesn’t see that as being the case this time around.

“I felt it took away the dual mission, which is to protect public safety and to encourage production of oil and gas in Colorado,” Peniston said of House Bill 1269.

“Really, the role now for this commission will be to look out for environmental issues, first.”

Peniston also said board members are professional and that they “already do a good job of recusing themselves” when conflicts of interest exist.

The bill that passed April 9 was scaled down from its original version, which would have prohibited oil and gas industry representatives from serving on the board whatsoever.

The bill now heads to the Senate.

It’s unknown at this time whether Gov. John Hickenlooper — a pro-fracking Democrat — will sign or veto the legislation, if it gets to him.

Printed on recycled newsprint. Please recycle this copy.

2-Color

2 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

Sign language speaks of community Nadelle Payne, a high school teacher of American Sign Language, can go all day without talking to someone other than her students.

She is deaf.

“I can pass people in the hall and say `Hi,’” she says through an interpreter.

“But not a conversation.”

So, on a recent Saturday, she and about 25 other deaf women and men, including high school and college students studying ASL, gathered at a Starbucks in Highlands Ranch to talk.

The conversations — lively, graceful, expressive — continued for hours.

Fingers moved swiftly.

Arms glided, up and down, back and forth.

Emotion danced across animated faces.

All of it, together, words without sound spinning eloquent stories, woven in a warmth born of shared community.

“To immerse ourselves in our own language” is a gift, a reprieve from the isolation that comes with being deaf, Payne says. “Hearing people can talk every day, on the phone … all the time. We talk when we have someone to sign with.”

The monthly Starbucks gathering is one of many in the area designed to nurture connection and fellowship among a populace defined by its unique communication and culture.

There are deaf social chats at restaurants in Boulder and Castle Rock, silent bowling nights at an alley in Lone Tree, festivals and ASL performances at Rocky Mountain School for the Deaf in Lakewood, an ASL haunted house night during Halloween, a deaf social chat in Superior, a meeting for deaf senior citizens in Denver.

“It is like you are going to deaf Mecca where there are all deaf native signers,” says Michelle Stricklen, an ASL instructor at Front Range Community College who is deaf.

“It is,” she says in an email, “phenom-

enal to me.”

Pam Meadows, a Castle Rock resident and California transplant who has been deaf since birth, started the monthly socials at the Highlands Ranch Starbucks about 2½ years ago.

“We come here to socialize,” she says through her friend Dawn Davies, a Littleton schools counselor who is not deaf and is interpreting. “But it also helps ASL students so they can experience what deaf people are like.”

Davies, who began learning to sign in first grade, attends many of these events to visit with friends. But as a school counselor she also helps introduce first-timers, particularly students, to the group. “I like to help bridge the gap a little bit.”

A handful of high school students from Castle Rock and Highlands Ranch are here this day. It is their second visit. They come to practice signing, but they’ve picked up on some other aspects of deaf culture, too.

“They’re really close,” Shawna Doughten says.

“You can talk across the room,” Makayla Elms says with a smile.

“They’re not different,” Paige Luke says. “Other people think they’re handicapped, but they’re not.”

The three teens, along with Kayla Hendrickson from Castle Rock, have fallen in love with the language.

“It’s just so expressive,” Hendrickson says. “I love how it’s really metaphoric … how you can kind of get creative with it.”

“When you’re describing stuff, you’re supposed to try to create a picture,” Elms says.

“You use a lot of motion,” Luke says.

The language is actually more straightforward, points out Jazelle Edwards, 9, here with her mother, who is deaf. She is not, though. “You don’t have to say the little words,” such as “and” and “the.”

“Sign language is so much fun to talk,” says Clay Amos, who with his fiancee Ivy Oswald recently moved from Pennsylvania. They’ve come to meet new people.

Although both are deaf, Amos can lip read and speak; Oswald has a cochlear implant, which allows her to hear, and she can speak.

“It’s feelings,” Amos says about signing. “It makes you laugh.”

“It is,” Oswald says with a smile, “theatrical.”

And just like a spoken language, it has tones and accents, the students say.

“People have tones with their voice,” Hendrickson says. “You kind of have a tone of your sign. Everyone signs differently.”

George Veditz, former president of the National Association of the Deaf, said this about sign language in 1913: “It is my hope that we will all love and guard our beautiful sign language as the noblest gift God has given to deaf people.”

And it is beautiful. To watch people sign is to watch stories unfold like the lyrical melody of a song. You can sense the happiness, the sadness, the excitement, the disappointment — even when you don’t know what the signs mean.

But that inability to understand often creates discomfort among those who can’t communicate back, similar to being in a country whose language is not your own.

“Many people are intimidated by us,” Payne acknowledges. “It takes a lot of effort for hearing people to communicate” with those who can’t hear.

IN COLORADO

45,223 people are deaf 386,905 are hard of hearing 93 percent of deaf children are born into hearing families

One in three people know someone who is

deaf or hard of hearing Source: Colorado Coalition for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, based on the 2009 Colorado census

Stricklen tells the story of asking a flight attendant for a menu and being given one in Braille. “I told her, `No, I just need regular.’ Am I blind?”

At the other end of the spectrum, Payne says, “we are afraid we will be misunderstood.”

The key, as with anyone who doesn’t know your language, is to try.

“We like having friends,” Payne says.

“We like it when people make an effort to try and communicate.”

On this day, around the tables in the coffee shop, the barriers are down.

Two women stand by the door, lost in conversation, eyes focused on each other’s signs. Next to them, Makayla Elms and Paige Luke are signing with little Jazelle and her older brother.

Nearby, Payne, Davies and Meadows are in deep conversation with a group clustered in chairs. And at the tall table across the way is Oswald, hands moving, fingers working, animated as she and Amos sign with new friends.

A peacefulness of sorts quietly connects them all.

They are, in a sense, home.

Watch, and listen carefully. The silence speaks loudly.

Ann Macari Healey’s column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@ourcoloradonews. com or 303-566-4110.

Colorado for 25 Years of Support!

Westminster Newsland Closing Sale!

New & Old Books

Magazines

2013 Calendars

50% OFF Marked Price 25% OFF Cover Price 50% OFF Marked Price Maps

40% OFF Marked Price

PLUS discounted Adult Products,

Old Magainzes and National Geographic

MAKE AN OFFER ON: Chairs, clocks, racks, carpet runners, plants, signs, fax, etc.

Newspapers, Candy & Soda - No Discount

Great Selection Thru Saturday, April 27

EVER Y M THIN BEF UST GO G ORE E APR ND OF IL!

We will not be open after April 30

9295 Federal Blvd. 303.427.8620

3-Color North Jeffco Westsider 3

April 19, 2013

News hub closing down Longtime Westy store to close at the end of the month

By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com

By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com It’s been 28 years since Bill Heasty bought his first Newsland store. And now, sadly, he will be closing his fifth and final store in Westminster. By the end of this month, Newsland will be no more.

In 1985, Heasty bought an existing Newsland store, which specializes in magazines, newspapers and books, in Aurora. Three years later, he opened the Westminster store followed by three others in the Denver-metro area.

At that time, business was booming with a total of 1,500 customers coming in a day at all five stores, 350 customers a day at the Westminster location alone.

“We were seeing 20 customers an hour at the Westminster store,” he said.

But after interest in the Internet started to grow in the mid-1990s, Heasty said that’s when he started to see a change. He said people started spending their time messing with electronic devices, rather than reading magazines.

“It’s how people choose to spend their time, and they do it by using electronic devices and that started to take over everything,” he said. “People get these smart phones and they spend hours learning how to use them and they end up not having any free time to do anything else other than playing with them.”

Over the years Heasty was forced to close each store one-by-one because he didn’t have the money or the time to invest in each one. He closed his biggest store in Aurora four-and-a-

Free child safety class offered to the public

Bill Heasty will close the doors of his last Newsland store in Westminster after 40 years of business on April 30. Photo by Ashley Reimers half years ago. He said even by closing his other stores and other book stores closing, like Borders, he still never saw a difference in sales or revenue.

“Every time something happened that I thought would make a positive difference, I didn’t see anything,” he said.

Heasty’s decision so purchase a Newsland was simple — he was a lover of newspapers. He said he grew up with both parents always reading a newspaper. So in turn, he became a newspaper reader. He says he loves knowledge he gains from reading.

“Newsland is a place of knowledge. It’s a place where people can talk about things, what’s right and what’ wrong,” he said. “It’s a place people want to go to, not a place that they

have to go to like the gas station or the grocery store.”

Although it’s sad to think a longtime Westminster business is closing, Heasty doesn’t look at it like that. He said he’s enjoyed every day at work and the interesting people he’s met along the way. But he has tons of retirement plans come May 1. He won’t be taking it easy, he’ll be busy riding his mountain bike and hitting the slopes.

“My wife and I love to camp and go hiking. I love to play sports and I love to ski,” he said. “I’ll have a lot to do after this place closes. But I will miss the people and the access to the product.”

Newsland, at 9295 Federal Blvd. in Westminster, will close on April 30. All products are discounted leading up to the closure.

Javier Lozano Jr., owner of The Dojo of Karate in Westminster is offering a free child safety class. The third-degree black belt and world champion hopes to empower the community after the loss of Jessica Ridgeway, the 10-year old girl kidnapped and killed last October in Westminster.

“What happened to Jessica really affected everybody,” he said. “I wanted to wait a while before I did anything, but now I really want to educate people to make the right decision those sorts of situations.”

The class is from 6:15-7 p.m. on April 19 at the Lozano’s studio, 12910 Zuni St. No. 200. Lozano said the class is a great opportunity for children to gain knowl-

edge in the importance of staying safe, being aware of their surroundings and learning very easy and effective self-defense skills.

Children will also learn safety tips when staying home alone.

“Some of the self-defense skills will be basic hits and punches,” he said. “But another focus will be how to prevent being bullied and teaching kids how to make the right decision when faced with a bullying situation or a dangerous situation.”

Others skills to be taught during the class are potential dangers from adults or strangers children may or may not know, how not to bully others and escaping certain grabs or holds from an attacker. People can sign up by visiting www. thedojoofkarate.com. Preregistration is encouraged because space is limited.

INSIDE THE WESTSIDER THIS WEEK POLITICS: Sen. Hudak under fire in recall effort.

Page 10 LIFE: Works of artist Edgar Degas come to Golden.

Page 20

SPORTS: A look at Legacy High in action. Page 25

Yesterday you didn’t need Assisted Living.

Today you need this number.

877-544-3509

Assisted Living • skiLLed nursing • rehAbiLitAtion Get the exact health care you need from our experienced team of professionals.

This might be new to you, but we’ve Call now been providing this exact kind of care to learn the for 17 years. And we accept direct true costs of admissions. Call today. staying in your home.

www.covenantcolorado.org/care Covenant Retirement Communities does not discriminate pursuant to the federal Fair Housing Act.

CVC100006 HC yesterday ad[10.25x8]WJW MECH.indd 1

Covenant Retirement Communities is a ministry of the Evangelical Covenant Church.

4/15/13 1:22 PM

4-Color

4 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

A place of your OWN

On right, Betsy Moser, broker and owner of Metro Brokers and Moser Real Estate Group, discusses the pros and cons of a home in Westminster with first-time home buyer Aisha Jackson. Aisha and her husband Jelliffe Jackson are looking for their first home in the north metro area. Photo by Ashley Reimers

Competition gets tight for home buyers

By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews. com

Twelve Topics

12

F

or people in search of a new home, the race is on. Nowadays homes up for sale are going under contract within one to two days, forcing buyers to be quick on their toes.

“Since January the market has flipped from a buyer’s market to a seller’s market,” said Betsy Moser, broker and owner of Metro Brokers and Moser Real Estate Group in Westminster. “Houses are going at full

Weeks

This Week: Home sales

price in just one or two days.”

Moser said buyers are continuing to take advantage of available low interest rates, but the problem is lack of inventory. She said inventory is down 46 percent compared to last year at this time, and sellers are

seeing multiple offers.

“My last four listings went under contract in just four days,” Moser said. “We are running around like crazy — people trying to put in offers as quickly as possible because the seller may or may not accept the offer because other people are out there trying to buy the same home.”

Moser said one reason for the change in market control is the fact that people trying to sell their homes are holding back because they feel they won’t make any money on their homes. This hesitancy is a factor in the lack of inventory. But Moser said people trying to sell their home should take the

chance and put their house on the market because there are people out there looking to buy.

Two of those people are first-time home buyers Aisha and Jelliffe Jackson who are on a serious look-out for a new home in the north metro area.

The couple began their search six months ago but then took a break. Now they are on the prowl for a home with help from Moser.

“We are looking for something different and unique,” Aisha said. “We would like a big yard because we have two dogs and a master bedroom that can be a retreat. A finished basement would be icing on the cake, but it’s not a deal-

WEIGHT LOSS WITH A DEGREE OF DIFFERENCE. A MEDICAL DEGREE! “It made a permanent difference in my life” ~ Essie lost 110 lbs.

At the Center for Medical Weight Loss, you work with a doctor trained to understand medical conditions, prescriptions and other factors contributing to your unique weight loss challenges.

In our most recent clinical study, 95.3% of patients who followed the CMWL program were at a lower weight than their starting weight in one year.

Learn more about the Center for Medical Weight Loss and how it can help you lose weight for the long term.

WE HELP YOU SAFELY AND SUCCESSFULLY ACHIEVE YOUR BEST RESULTS WITH AN EYE FOR YOUR OVERALL HEALTH: • Customized Programs • Work Directly with a Physician • FDA Approved Weight Loss Medication (Depending on Need) • B-12 and Lipo-B Injections That Enhance Weight Loss • One-on-One Coaching on Important Behavioral and Fitness Issues

Mention This Ad and Receive $ Initial Consultation!

breaker.”

Jelliffe said he hopes to be in a home by the end of the month, making the search for the right home imperative. With both of their families far way, Aisha said guidance from Moser has been a huge help.

“It’s good to have somebody who knows the area and has knowledge of the real estate market,” she said. “Normally we would have relied on our parents for this information, so it’s been helpful to have Betsy.”

Moser said pre-qualification is the first important step in buying a home. She said without it, she can’t even put in an Home continues on Page 5

Sign up for our 31 Point Inspection and receive a professional inspection twice each year AND Free Gutter Cleaning.

Our Residential Roofing Repair services include: ➜ Roof Leaks ➜ Insurance Claims ➜ Hail Damage ➜ Wind Damage

Call A-1 Roofing today!

303-586-3396 Serving Denver Metro and Front Range

40 OFF $

Regular 59 • NOW $19

CALL FOR MORE DETAILS

720.382.2218

6363 West 120th Ave., Suite 302 Broomfield 80020

www.center4medicalweightloss.com

FREE Estimates & Inspections

5-Color North Jeffco Westsider 5

April 19, 2013

JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY Party pays off

Party for Parks on April 5 at Red Rocks Visitor Center raised a net total of $80,000 to date for programs that connect children and families to nature.

The event celebrated the triple anniversary of three organizations that protect land, conserve natural resources and promote recreation: Great Outdoors Colorado, Jefferson County Open Space (JCOS), and Denver Mountain Parks. Combined, the organizations have helped preserve more than 62,000 acres of public land in Jefferson County.

The celebration benefited the Jeffco Outdoors Foundation, a nonprofit formerly known as the Jeffco Open Space Foundation.

is Old is New: Embracing Our Agricultural Past While Shaping a Sustainable Future.”

Jefferson County Historical Commission Chair Rose Lewis and Wheat Ridge Mayor Jerry DiTullio will welcome guests at 9 a.m. Gerhard Petri, AIA, and Jessica Reske, AIA, from Slaterpaull Architects, Inc. will follow with their keynote speech on “Restoration and Adaptive Reuse of the Fruitdale School.”

For a complete agenda, visit http://jeffco.us/planning/planning_T59_R47. htm and click the “Flyer, Registration Form and Area Map” link.

Reservations are required and lunch is $10.

For more information or to RSVP, contact: Dennis Dempsey at 303-271-8734 or ddempsey@jeffco.us.

Historic Preservation Symposium

Drug disposal day

Jefferson County Historical Commission and the city of Wheat Ridge play host to the 10th Annual Historic Preservation Symposium from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, at the Active Adult Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave. in Wheat Ridge.

The event is titled “What

Home

Continued from Page 4

offer to a home. Moser suggests buyers speak with a lender before even beginning the process of buying a home. Both Aisha and Jelliffe agree.

“My biggest tip is to secure the financing before you even start, and once you do, start looking right away,” Aisha said. “The market is in such a place where one day a house was there and literally by that evening it wasn’t.”

Darlene Franklin is a licensed mortgage loan originator for America’s Mortgage out of Broomfield.

When working with potential home buyers, Franklin said she looks at three mains parts for pre-approval: credit, income debt or income ratio and assets or a down payment amount.

“We are looking at pay statements, where a person has worked, their income amount and, of course,

provides an opportunity for the public to surrender expired, unwanted, or unused pharmaceutical controlled substances and other medications for destruction. These drugs are a potential source of supply for illegal use and an unacceptable risk to public health and safety.

Sheriff’s representatives will be set up at two dropoff locations in the county on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The locations are: Dakota Ridge High School - 13399 W. Coal Mine Ave., Littleton (west parking lot) Evergreen Fire Rescue - 1802 Bergen Pkwy., Evergreen Prescription and overthe-counter solid dosage medications, (tablets and capsules) are accepted.

Intravenous solutions, injectables, needles and oxygen containers will not be accepted.

Neither will illicit substances such as marijuana or methamphetamine.

Prescriptions should be removed from the original containers and placed in plastic bags prior to drop off.

Other drop off locations

On Saturday, April 27, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office will be joining law enforcement agencies nationwide to remove potentially dangerous controlled substances from our nation’s medicine cabinets.

The DEA’s National Prescription Take-Back Day

their credit score,” she said.

“All three parts have to be in line before we can give a loan to a person.”

Franklin said in the past, the lending industry was not as strict when it came to documentation. But now every document is verified and everyone is treated equally, even if that person has a credit score of 640, she added.

“People say it’s hard to qualify, but I don’t think that way,” she said. “The guidelines have always been there, but now the guidelines are actually being followed instead of steps being skipped.”

Franklin said even though lenders are taking a closer look in terms of prequalification, she encourages people who may think they won’t qualify to take a chance.

Many times people don’t think they have good enough credit, or don’t make enough money to buy a home but are wrong, she added.

“I love helping people

SCFD board appointments

New board members to the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) have been announced.

Among them is Rob Johnson, appointed by the Jefferson County Commissioners to represent the county. Johnson is the coowner of Wilson/Johnson Creative graphic design firm and photography studio. He is a Colorado native and graduate of the Art Institute of Colorado.

Previously, Mr. Johnson served on the Jefferson County Cultural County from 2007-2012, including several years as co-chair and chair.

Governor John Hickenlooper has appointed Elaine Torres, the Community Affairs Director at CBS4.

Douglas County Commissioners appointed Kathryn Spuhler, currently the SCFD chair, to a second term. The SCFD was votercreated in 1988, “to provide for the enlightenment, entertainment, and education of the public.” More information is available at www.scfd.org.

HOME BUYING Median Home Price Increases by percentage in Adams and Jefferson Counties, according to METROLIST®

ADAMS COUNTY 2008- January Negative 8 percent JULY- Negative 15 percent 2009: January- Negative 16 percent JULY- Negative 2 percent 2010: Januarys- 12 percent JULY- 10 percent 2011: January- 0 percent JULY- Negative 4 percent 2012: January- 0 percent JULY- 14 percent achieve their dream of buying a home and for a lot of people they think it’s not possible, when it is,” she said. “People are surprised all the time when they find out they do qualify. And when a person doesn’t qualify, I can help them with what they need to work on to get themselves there.”

Moser also loves helping her clients find that perfect

r: e & Tou s u o H Open ay 1, M nd 5pm 9am a

An Individualized Education

Class Sizes Too Big? Not Here!

Helping Children to be Exceptional, Accelerated and Creative • Ages 2 ½–14 • Small Class Sizes • Sibling Discounts • Full-day Accredited Kindergarten

can be found at www.dea. gov.

• Academic Preschool–Middle School • Individualized Student Learning Plans • Half or full-day Jr. Kindergarten • Swimming, Dance, Spanish & Chinese

7203 W. 120th Ave. Broomfield (303) 469-6449 www.broomfieldacademy.com

2013: January- 15 percent JEFFERSON COUNTY 2008: January- Negative 3 percent JULY: Negative 5 percent 2009: January- Negative 8 percent JULY- Negative 4 percent 2010: January- 2 percent JULY- 5 percent 2011: January- 3 percent JULY- Negative 5 percent 2012: January- Negative 1 percent JULY- 7 percent 2013: January- 8 percent

home. She’s been in the real estate business for 10 years, and day after day, she says finds her job rewarding.

“I love it because I get to help people find the house with the perfect price that is good for the buyer and good for the seller,” she said. “It’s the greatest job when everybody is happy and everybody got what they are looking for.”

WHAT WILL YOU DO IN ARVADA TODAY?

7305 Grandview Ave., Olde Town Arvada 720-898-3380 www.VisitArvada.org

arvadavisitorscenter @visitarvada

CROHN’S & COLITIS FOUNDATION WON $1000 YOU COULD TOO! “Helping to find a cure for Crohn’s disease & ulcerative colitis...”

Learn more online at:

www.ccfa.org/chapters/rockymountain

At Applewood Plumbing Heating & Electric, we give $1,000 every month to a local charity or nonprofit nominated by YOU! We’ve contributed more than $95,000 over the past 8 years with our monthly giveaway, and we’re still at it... making a difference where it matters most, close to home. Nominate your favorite local charity or nonprofit to win at www.ApplewoodFixIt.com.

6

6 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

Killing may derail bail-bond measure

WESTMINSTER POLICE BRIEFS

Death of corrections chief could be game-changer

Theft: A 54-year-old Denver man was arrested April 4 after trying to steal merchandise from Safeway at 7353 Federal Blvd.

When the man left the store without paying for items valued at $37.41, he started to drive away when he noticed an employee taking his license plate number.

At that time, the man parked his car and took the stolen groceries back inside, telling the employee that he didn’t mean to leave without paying.

He was issued a summons and released.

By Vic Vela

vvela@ourcoloradonews.com The circumstances surrounding the recent slaying of Colorado’s prisons chief is causing Republican state lawmakers to have second thoughts on a bill that seeks to change how bail bond violators are punished.

House Bill 1242, a Democratic-sponsored bill that would repeal the mandatory sentencing structure of bail bond violations, had GOP support just last month.

That was then. This is now.

The bill’s fate is up in the air now that Republicans — some of whom voted for the legislation following a recent legislative committee hearing — are voicing opposition to the measure, causing Democratic leadership to yank the bill from being voted on last week.

The bill, which is being sponsored by Rep. Brittany Pettersen, D-Lakewood, would give judges and prosecutors discretion in how they punish people who violate their release conditions while they are out on bond for a criminal charge.

Currently, if a person violates conditions of bond for any reason — be it for the commission of a new crime or simply arriving late to a court hearing — he or she faces a mandatory one-year jail term, if their underlying charge is a felony.

A bail bond violation for an underlying misdemeanor offense carries with it a mandatory six-month jail sentence.

Pettersen believes that not all bond viola-

Second-degree burglary: An officer was dispatched April 4 to the 10700 block of West 104th Avenue in reference to an overnight burglary at a residence.

A woman told the officer that someone had entered her garage after it had been left open all night and went through her purse located inside her car.

The keys were still in the ignition and all credit cards and identification were accounted for.

However, a wedding band valued at $2,000 and a necklace and anklet valued at $150 were gone. There is no suspect information Theft: A 31-year-old Westminster man reported April 2 that someone stole an orange and white tow dolly valued at $600 from his driveway in the 3500 block of 76th Avenue.

There is no suspect information.

tions should carry equal punishment.

“The bill leaves it up to judicial discretion to look at the circumstance, versus having a mandatory sentence,” Pettersen recently told Colorado Community Media. “If it’s somebody who can’t make it to court, versus somebody looking to flee, the judge can take that into account.”

Slaying casts shadow

The bill passed the House Judiciary Committee on a 10-0 bipartisan vote, following a March 26 hearing.

It then passed the Appropriations Committee on April 9.

But Republicans now cite parole-related missteps involving the man who allegedly murdered Department of Corrections Director Tom Clements last month, as a key reason behind their change of heart.

Clements was killed in his Monument home on March 19, allegedly by Evan Ebel — who died in a shootout with authorities in Texas days after Clements’ death.

Ebel, who had a long criminal history, was out on parole at the time of the killing. But it turned out that he had removed his ankle monitoring device while on parole, and that DOC did not become aware of the tampering until days after the fact.

Though Pettersen’s bill has nothing to do with DOC monitoring, Republicans see the legislation as akin to having more criminals on the streets, when they don’t have to be.

“I suspect there is an increased focus on these types of issues and these types of bills since we learned of the various failings in the DOC system, with regard to the Clements murder,” said Rep. Frank McNulty, R-High-

lands Ranch. “And I do think that, for a lot of members, that did change their perspective.”

Each of the four Republican House members who voted for the bill in committee are now either expressing concerns about the bill, or plan to change their votes: Polly Lawrence of Littleton, Bob Gardner of Colorado Springs, Jared Wright of Fruita and Carole Murray of Castle Rock.

But Pettersen points out that Clements’ death occurred before the March 26 committee hearing, and that her bill has nothing to do with allowing criminals to get a free walk whenever they violate their bail conditions.

“That doesn’t mean that we don’t expect everyone to be in court when they’re supposed to be,” she said. “You can still do the max. It doesn’t take that option away.”

House Majority Leader Dickey Lee Hullinghorst, D-Gunbarrel, said she still hopes to get the bill through, in spite of what she thinks are Republican behind-the-scenes games aimed at killing the legislation.

“We’re having some difficulty on the (House) floor, which we’re having a hard time figuring out,” she said of Republican opposition. “Maybe its gotcha, I don’t know. I hope that after all the tomfoolery we’ll be able to pass a good bill.”

But McNulty said Democrats should look at themselves in the mirror to find out why the bill is being stalled.

“For them to say that’s on us, they either don’t recognize that they’re in the majority, or they have other issues on their side that they’re using as an excuse as they try to get out of it,” he said.

The bill had yet to be voted on by press time on April 15.

Jeffco Mental Health celebrates 55 years

Battery: A fight broke out March 31 between three Longmont women at Club Level Sports Bar at 1885 W. 120th Ave. A police officer was working an off-duty assignment at the bar when the incident occurred.

One of the women was taken to St. Anthony Pavilions for medical treatment to a cut on the side of her head.

The other two women were issued summonses and later released.

Fundraiser lets Center and community connect

By Clarke Reader

creader@ourcoloradonews.com Jefferson Center for Mental Health is celebrating its 55th anniversary by honoring the people who make the work it does possible, and the anniversary of a piece of legislation that helped create the Center.

The 55th Anniversary “Emerald Celebration” will be 5:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, April 25, at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd.

“It should be a really fun event,” said Harriet Hall, CEO at Jefferson Center for

Items in the police reports are compiled from public information contained in police department records.

Charges or citations listed don’t imply guilt or innocence, and all people are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Mental Health. “We have an anniversary fundraiser every year, but every five years we do a big one and take a look back at our history.”

Dinner will be served at the event, there will be a silent auction, and CBS4’s Ed Greene will emcee the evening.

“This is a big thank you to the community for helping us provide the services we do,” said Jeanne Oliver, vice president of marketing and development.

“The response we’ve received from local businesses and organizations is great - we’re expecting around 400 people to attend.”

Rita Schnidt and David Myers will be the guests of honor.

Both are being recognized for their years of working with the Center to provide men-

tal health care to those is need.

“We have a program that will honor both Rita and Dave for all the differences they’ve made in the community,” said Oliver.

Hall said this year is significant because it is the 50th anniversary of the Community Mental Health Act (CMHA) — one of the last pieces of legislation President John F. Kennedy signed before his assassination.

The CMHA was created to provide for community-based care, rather than institutionalization. It gave grants to states for the establishment of local mental health centers, under the overview of the National Institute of Mental Health.

For more information and tickets visit www.jcmh.org or contact Jill Kary at 303432-5144.

Who would buy a whole house cooling system before summer?

Only a wise person would!

Call today & SAVE! Take advantage of our SUPER PRE-SEASON SALE on

! or y r r H u ood F eG c i r P

W T his E N ONLY O

EEK !

$2,31999*

*Regularly $2,989.99 COMPLETELY INSTALLED - Plus Taxes & Permits After Xcel Rebate

*Prices good for model #FD450-4500 CFM. Cools up to 1,400 sq. ft. Larger sizes & other options also available at sale prices. Price applies with average electrical connection to existing electrical system. Expires 4/25/2013.

TOTAL HOME SERVICES

Call 303-431-8015 for a FREE WRITTEN ESTIMATE See us at www.aaark.biz ASK ABOUT OUR 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE FINANCING AVAILABLE DURING THIS SALE (WAC)

7 North Jeffco Westsider 7

April 19, 2013

eProgram helps students connect with work world

lot of tive.” meme are t the Law-County business/education oradoalliance is in start-up phase arole

By Glenn Wallace

ents’ gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com mmitng to Oh, kids these days. walk Dot Wright, the Arvada Chamber of ns. Commerce President ran a business for xpectyears, that employed around two-dozen sup- teenagers o the “It was often their first job, and I saw

that many of them weren’t ready for it, on Hull- the interview side, workplace attire side, opesthe importance of showing up to work on t shetime,” Wright said. cenes Speaking with other business owners,

she quickly realized that the issue of young the people entering the workforce without timesome basic business skills was widespread. posi- Nearly three years ago Wright and othhopeer Arvada business owners launched the ble to Arvada Business Education Alliance, and it quickly gained traction, with successlookful projects such as a business education whyprogram being formed at Pomona High School. ither Wright said that a year ago, the group ority, decided to expand the program, and take that it to a countywide level with the support of o getthe Board of County Commissioners.

That marked the start of the Jefferson press County Business Education Alliance (JCBEA).

In its first year of operation, a full-time director has been hired, entrepreneur mentorship relationships have been created at Red Rocks Community College and Regis

University and helped host a youth job fair.

“That is our mission, that students are workforce ready. The business community understands that need and have been very willing to help,” Wright said.

Getting those two things together — educators and business community resources — is a primary focus for Annie Mosbacher, the JCBEA Program Director.

She said one of the new organization’s key roles will be in serving as a “one-stop shop” nexus for all education and business resources in the county.

“We want to create a better, more skilled work force,” Mosbacher said, adding that educators and students have been happy to receive real-world input.

“It’s really an investment for the future, because something like 80 percent of young people who receive educations here, stay here.”

At Red Rocks Community College, the JCBEA has already helped match local business leaders with students enrolled in Donna Armelino’s entrepreneur class, with what she calls “phenomenal results.”

Initial funding for the JCBEA came largely from the Jefferson County Workforce Center, which runs out in June.

To sustain the program Mosbacher said she hopes to gain 501c3 status and use a combination of private business sponsorship, fundraising, and public funding to sustain the program.

In future years, the plan for JCBEA includes an awards banquet, regular job skill boot camps, teacher training courses, and expanded mentoring and job shadowing opportunities.

Please join Children’s Outreach Project:

4th Annual Breakfast Meeting Friday, May 3rd 7:30-8:30 a.m.

8000 Pecos St. Denver, CO 80221 Keynote Speaker:

Dr. Jamie Van Leeuwen

$25 million price tag ause not easy to swallow unity

f the

By Vic Vela hn F. vvela@ourcoloradonews.com on. e for A bill that could lead to the creation of nstian aerial firefighting fleet in Colorado has s for cleared its first legislative hurdle. ealth The Colorado Firefighting Air Corps ional would form under state Senate Bill 245, a bold undertaking that carries with it a visit price tag of about $25 million.

303The bill’s sponsors say the fleet is needed in an effort to combat wildfires that continue to wreak havoc across the state.

Last year alone, six lives were lost and more than 600 homes were destroyed during a particularly devastating fire season. The bill passed the Senate’s Agriculture, Natural Resources and Energy Committee on April 11 with unanimous support. But it will be up to the Appropriations Committee to determine funding.

Alex Schatz, a Legislative Council staff-

$25.00 per person $250 per table To purchase tickets: (303) 429-0653 development@cop-denver.org 100% of proceeds benefit High Quality Early Childhood Educational Programming!

If you or a loved one suffer with ankle pain, ankle replacement may be in your future.

Modern advances in a high-performance prosthesis have provided a precise, customizable ankle implant that mirrors human anatomy for restored mobility.

For more info about Wright’s products and techniques, visit wmt.com.

er, pulled no punches about the cost of the bill when he testified before the committee.

“The fiscal note is a piece of work,” Schatz said. “It’s a big fiscal note.”

The bill’s cost takes into account the purchase and associated costs of firefighting aircraft, such as large air tankers, single-engine air tankers, tactical planes and helicopters. Some of the costs could be mitigated through federal reimbursement and grants.

The bill’s sponsors — Sen. Cheri Jahn, D-Wheat Ridge, and Sen. Steve King, RGrand Junction — also said the fleet could lead to new economic opportunities in the state.

Jahn acknowledged to committee members that the bill’s cost “may make your eyes pop out,” but that it’s worth it.

She said that “it’s not a matter of if, it’s a matter of when” Colorado is hit with another devastating wildfire season.

“This could very well be a more significant season for fire than last year,” Jahn said.

Every patient is different and patient results may vary. Only a physician can determine the best treatment for you. Ask your doctor to explain the benefits and risk to see if the INBONE™ Total Ankle System is right for you.

Free Ankle Replacement Seminar Join Dr. Gregg Koldenhoven as he presents ”The Latest Innovations In Ankle Replacement Surgery” WHEN: Monday, April 29, 2013 @ 6 p.m.

WHERE: Exempla Good Samaritan Medical Center COST: $0 RSVP by sending an email to abulinski@frocmd.com or call 303-772-1600 Visit us online for more information & videos about the INBONE Total Ankle System www.FrontRangeOrthopedics.com

WESTMINSTER NEWS IN A HURRY

Join Rep. Tracy KraftTharp and Sen. Evie Hudak for a town hall focusing on the state budget with an emphasis on school finance and the legislative session.

Joining them in this discussion will be Senator Pat Steadman (D-Denver), Chair of the Joint Budget Committee and Vice-Chair of the Senate Appropriations committee.

This is an opportunity for constituents to openly share their ideas, questions and comments with their local citizen legislators in a dynamic discussion about state and school finance and the legislative session.

The town hall is from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on April 20 in the community meeting in the Standley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St. in Arvada.

Apartments/townhomes approved near Orchard Town Center On April 9, the Westminster planning commission approved the development of a for-rent, multi-family development on approximately 28 acres on the northeast corner of Huron Street and 148th Avenue.

The development, called McWhinney Apartments, will consist of 356 apartments and 38 townhomes.

A waiting list will be available at Arbour Commons (southeast corner of 148th Avenue and Orchard Parkway) during construction and pre-leasing is anticipated to begin late summer. The first apartment homes are anticipated for move-in starting January 2014.

Free shredding opportunity

Bellco is hosting a complimentary community shredding event in an

effort to address the threat of identity theft and protect the environment by recycling all of the shredded materials.

All community members are welcome to attend and bring their confidential documents such as tax returns, credit card statements, bills or any documents that contain personal and sensitive information from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on April 27 at the Westminster Bellco location, 8851 Harlan St. Individuals are invited to bring two boxes equivalent to 100 lbs. maximum of sensitive documents to be shredded confidentially and securely at no cost.

Individuals do not have to be a Bellco customer to attend.

All shredded materials will be securely disposed of and recycled by Iron Mountain, a third-party shredding company

Dr. Gregg Koldenhoven 1551 Professional Lane, Ste. 200 • Longmont, CO 80501 303.772.1600 • FrontRangeOrthopedics.com MI332-608 PO

VOTE NOW

Discussion on the Colorado State Budget and School Finance

Sponsored By:

Deputy Chief of Staff Office of Governor John Hickenlooper

Plan for fire aircraft clears first committee

both ey’ve

One Childhood, One Chance

Vote

Now – April 30 for the Best of the Best in your local community

FOR THE

OurColoradoNews.com/bob

8-Opinion

8 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

OPINIONS / YOURS AND OURS

Even a growth industry must have borders The work of both a task force and a committee is done, and now the business of drawing up rules to implement Amendment 64 is in the hands of the Colorado General Assembly. With less than a month left in the 2013 session, the Legislature will need to hustle on the matter of recreational marijuana.

As lawmakers debate the merits of the recommendations they’ve been handed, one issue that will come up is how to deal with pot tourism. Already, a company promising cannabis-related vacations has sprouted in Denver, with April 20 — also known endearingly by many marijuanasmokers as “4/20” — being its first big push.

It seems unlikely the Legislature would

OUR VIEW altogether ban out-of-state folks from purchasing pot. Doing so would be against the advice of the Amendment 64 Task Force and would cost the state a potentially large source of revenue. But there could be limits imposed, perhaps below the threshold of those facing residents, on how much marijuana visitors could legally procure.

And, certainly, the law would require them to smoke or otherwise partake here in the Centennial State.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Should companies that outsource jobs face restrictions?

As the state Legislature considers the Keep Jobs in Colorado Act, which would place penalties for contractors who outsource work on state-funded projects, we asked local residents in Northglenn what they thought about the proposed restrictions.

“I do not believe that companies should face tougher restrictions for outsourcing in-state jobs. I think it’s the state’s responsibility to find whatever means that they need in order to fund or to save money on these contracts. Money will ultimately be reinvested in the cities anyway because those companies are going to be spending money locally.”

— Brian Wones, Thornton

“I think what’s important is that we fund the state’s funds in an intelligent way and choose the appropriate people to do the job.

You’d want the job done right, so it’s important that you hire the correct companies and people to do the job right the first time, so you don’t have to spend money in the future. In that case, you could potentially save money on your budget, if you get better people for cheaper that may not be from this state.” — Shyla LeVasseur, Thornton

“I would hope state money would be cycled back into the local economy.”

— Mike Robinson, Thornton

Westsider

Colorado Community Media

8703 Yates Drive Suite 210., Westminster, CO 80031 GERARD HEALEY BARB STOLTE MIKKEL KELLY TAMMY KRANZ ASHLEY REIMERS AUDREY BROOKS SCOTT ANDREWS MARK HILL SANDRA ARELLANO WILBUR FLACHMAN

“I’m a state employee, so in general, I’m in favor of keeping jobs in Colorado and the U.S.” — John Peters, Westminster

President Publisher Editor Assistant Editor Community Editor Business Manager Creative Services Manager Sales Executive Circulation Director Publisher Emeritus

We welcome event listings and other submissions.

News and Business Press Releases Please visit ourcoloradonews.com, click on the Press Releases tab and follow easy instructions to make submissions.

Calendar calendar@ourcoloradonews.com School notes, such as honor roll and dean’s list schoolnotes@ourcoloradonews.com Military briefs militarynotes@ourcoloradonews.com News tips newstip@ourcoloradonews.com Obituaries obituaries@ourcoloradonews.com To Subscribe call 720-409-4775

Phone 303-566-4100 • Fax 303-426-4209

Columnists and guest commentaries The Westsider features a limited number of regular columnists, found on these pages and elsewhere in the paper, depending on the typical subject the columnist covers. Their opinions are not necessarily those of the Westsider.

Want your own chance to bring an issue to our readers’ attention, to highlight something great in our community, or just to make people laugh? Why not write a letter of 300 words or fewer. Include your full name, address and the best number to reach you by telephone.

Email your letter to editor@ourcoloradonews.com

WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER Our team of professional reporters, photographers and editors are out in the community to bring you the news each week, but we can’t do it alone.

Send your news tips, your own photographs, event information, letters, commentaries...

If it happens, it’s news to us. Please share by contacting us at newstip@ourcoloradonews.com, and we will take it from there.

After all, the Westsider is your paper.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU If you would like to share your opinion, go to www.ourcoloradonews.com or write a letter to the editor. Include your name, full address and the best telephone number to contact you.

Please send letters to editor@ourcoloradonews.com.

Amid myriad gray areas, at least one thing is black and white: What’s smoked in Colorado must stay in Colorado.

We’re not endorsing use of marijuana in any way, but if you choose to use, remember that you are breaking the law if you take it outside state lines.

Kansas, for one, has been a nervous neighbor since Amendment 64’s passage in November. Last month, Kansas’ appeals court ruled it is illegal to possess pot even if it was legally purchased in another state. (For that matter, possession is still in violation of federal law, but that’s a larger matter for another day.)

Earlier this month, a Colorado woman was arrested in Salina, Kan., on charges of marijuana possession. She had nearly 4

pounds of pot, police say.

While that amount would have been against the law even in Colorado — where residents may legally possess up to 1 ounce for recreational purposes or up to 2 ounces for medicinal reasons — it does shine a light on a problem. A commander with a Kansas drug task force told reporters Colorado pot is increasingly becoming a concern in his state.

Like it or not, Colorado may be well on its way to becoming known as a destination spot for pot enthusiasts. But developing a reputation among neighboring states as a source of contraband is unacceptable.

Our state’s legislators, law enforcement agencies and residents should work to nip this problem in the bud.

A sad fiscal tale is told Congressional leadership is often an oxymoron especially when tough decisions are needed. Fiscal reality seems to be mutually exclusive in Congress these days.

Right when we need leadership and vision to help pull our federal government toward less debt and lower spending, weak kneed decisions permeate Congress and the president.

Two clear examples are provided from last week’s action 1) on the U.S. Postal Services proposal to halt Saturday mail deliveries and 2) reactions to President Obama’s proposed budget for 2013-14.

Head in the sand

The elimination of Saturday deliveries by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) became a fatality with Congress refusing to pass legislation to lift the longtime ban on fiveday-only delivery. With the USPS bleeding red ink in the billions of dollars, its board of directors had made the Saturday delivery the cornerstone to turn USPS around financially. Instead, the majority of Congress said to maintain the status quo with Saturday deliveries. And with that decision, Congress stuck its head in the sand.

Of course a decision to eliminate such deliveries is an unpopular decision with rural community voters, businesses and especially the postal union. But polling showed that Americans get it and supported the tough decision.

Now, USPS will continue to bleed billions of dollars with their deficit spending going deeper and deeper. Ultimately, Congress will have to use tax money to keep USPS afloat. Why is it that common business decisions either elude Congress or they don’t have the guts to make necessary tough decisions?

A modicum of reform

Also this past week, the president unveiled his 2013-14 proposed budget.

Although it was almost two months late in coming, at least we have something to debate for better or worse.

However, already members of his own Democratic Party are wringing their hands and saying “don’t touch Medicare or Social

Security” and “you cannot be a good Democrat and cut Social Security.”

To President Obama’s credit, his budget included a modicum of reduction to these two non-discretionary programs, but they are far from being meaningful or substantive. Over the coming decade, Obama is proposing cutting $400 billion from health care programs like Medicare. It includes cuts in payments to drug companies and higher Medicare premiums for people who are better off financially.

Hurray, finally someone is acknowledging that health care reductions/reform is overdue!

Only window dressing

While his Social Security reform sounds good on the surface, it does very little in the way of fiscal substance.

The president has coined a new term to calculate Social Security payments.

“Chained CPI” is a change in the way inflation is calculated. It reduces Social Security payments by a quarter of a penny on the dollar — a $2,000 check would be reduced a whopping $5.

And as expected, his budget plan is predicated on increased taxes of $580 billion over the next 10 years. It is important to note that his $3.8 trillion budget produces a projected $744 billion deficit at the end of the new fiscal year to be added to existing debt.

That is clearly not the right direction to be heading given the existing tremendous debt we already carry.

Bill Christopher is former city manager of Westminster and used to represent District J on the RTD board of directors.

9 North Jeffco Westsider 9

April 19, 2013

s The good, the bad and the ugly

What a week! Our parish priest n summed it all up when he said the here negative news is running roughshod unceover the good news. nces a A pox on North Korea h We haven’t even come to terms

with Afghanistan and here we are, the good ‘ol USA, about to play war with the kid of 28 years old talking tough on about a nuclear war with us. Somea- one should have pushed him over op- that three-story edge of the building ates where he was “receiving the troops”. able.

Why does the USA always have to ment be the one to work out a truce? It’s nip time, at least it is for me, to say shoot that missile down and take the Korea government office along for the ride.

This whole mess calls for high level diplomacy.

Where is Hillary when we need her? John Kerry just can’t cut it.

It took a Colorado U.S. Rep, Doug Lamborn to disclose to the Defense

do but pray that cooler heads prevail.

Quote of the Week

a

Intelligence Agency that North Korea may well have a missile capable of carrying a nuclear weapon.

If Lamborn could ferret out that sobering news, who else had to know this information.

It certainly made me have a lot less confidence in our defense agency staff. And now that we have the information what are we going to do about it?

I’ve never cared much for ultra conservative Lamborn but I must say he’s garnered new respect from me.

And now that the bad and the ugly are out there, what are we citizens to

“I can’t take you with me to Heaven if you don’t quit lying!” Overheard at Westy’s café P.S. Judge Chris Melanakis, when sentencing Donald Scarlett to 42 years for beating a toddler to death, said Adams County Social Services should be put in front of a grand jury to find out if they are guilty of criminal neglect for not keeping the baby safe.

Stay well, stay involved and stay tuned.

Vi June is past Democratic state representative for House District 35. She is a former mayor of Westminster and a former newspaper publisher. A Westminster resident for more than four decades, she and her husband, Bob, have five grown children and eight grandchildren.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Cut the fat, not the muscle In the March 22 issue, there was an article on “Sequestration Socks Jeffco.” Terrible things will happen to disabled (me), poor, military,seniors (me), homeless will be penalized. Just who could do such things?

Way back when Congress and the president discussed the budget the president offered to Congress in 2011 the sequester solution to avoid further discussion.

The Republicans took the offer and the president signed it. It asks for 2 percent cuts on spending increases across the board, domestic and military.

For example, if the scheduled

René HeRedia and Flamenco Fantasy dance tHeatRe present

“Gypsy Flamenco passion”

one night only, a show for the entire family, not to be missed!

april 20th, 2013

7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Broomfield auditorium 3 Community Park Road Broomfield, CO 80020

Tickets are $20 in advance $25 at the door (5:00pm to showtime) www.brownpapertickets.com

800-838-3006 option 1 BROOMFIELD BOX OFFICE: 720-887-2371

www.reneheredia.com

or unscheduled increase is $1 — they would lower it to 98 cents or hire 98 people instead of 100.

The president has a choice where to cut the increase.

He could stop sending billions of dollars and free combat airplanes to Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood.

We should not penalize people by releasing 1,000 undocumented criminals from federal prisons, neither by cutting local police force or air control personnel.

Not the muscle but the fat, pork should go.

Americus Kalmar Westminster

LETTERS POLICY The editor welcomes signed letters on most any subject. Please limit letters to 300 words. We reserve the right to edit for legality, clarity, civility and the paper’s capacity. Only submissions with name, address and telephone number will run.

MAIL, E-MAIL OR FAX TO:

Colorado Community Media, 8703 Yates Drive Suite 210, Westminster, CO 80031 editor@ourcoloradonews.com Fax 303-426-4209

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, P.C.

Presents a free educational seminar

Understanding Your Shoulder Pain Given by William

Ciccone II, MD

Fellowship Trained Sports Medicine Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Saturday April 20th, 2013 | 9 -11 am Westminster Recreation Center | Classroom 2 10455 Sheridan Boulevard, Westminster, CO 80020

If you are experiencing shoulder pain or discomfort please join us to learn more about your symptoms and the best course of treatment. Dr. William Ciccone II, MD will be available to answer any specific questions.

10-Color

10 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

$15.95 9 oz. Filet Migñon $15.95 12 oz. Ribeye $15.95 (Upon availability)

18 oz. T-Bone 6950 N. Broadway 303.426.5881 Family owned for over 50 years

All served with your choice of soup or salad, and a side.

www.mickeystopsirlion.com Hand-Cut Steaks Daily Homemade Mexican Italian Cuisine

Valid 4-10 pm only. Good through 5/2/13.

Banquet room available for meetings & parties

Entry $500 (Cash Only)

Children 12 and under

FREE Saturday, April 27 10am-6pm & Sunday, April 28 10am-5pm

Arvada residents line up to sign a petition to recall Sen. Evie Hudak, District 19, on Saturday at the Old Town Arvada Town Square, led by the Recall Evie Hudak committee. Many residents also signed up to help circulate the petition throughout Arvada. The committee needs 18,962 signatures by June 10 to force a recall election. Photo by Ashley Reimers

Denver Mart - NE Corner of I-25 & 58th Ave Open to the Public

Hudak recall petition approved Meet People. Make Friends.

M

aking new friends is one of life’s greatest pleasures. Residents of The Meridian Westland often become energized with a whole new zest for life as they interact

with people their own age, people they can relate to.

With so many fun things to do, places to see and people to meet, you’ll be thrilled to discover how much brighter your world will be. Come by for a visit and see for yourself why The Meridian Westland is such an exceptional place to live.

To learn more or to schedule your personal visit, call 1-888-262-5977 today.

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com A grass-roots group of residents are working together to remove Sen. Evie Hudak, D-District 19, from office.

The group is called the Recall Evie Hudak committee and is led by Kandee Evans of Arvada. On Saturday the committee held a recall kick-off event at Olde Town Arvada Town Square gathering signatures for the recall petition.

“I am a 40-year resident, and I’m tired of the government not listening to the people because the government represents us,” Evans said. “To have this many people come out is amazing.”

The Secretary of State approved the recall petition on April 11. Evans said the committee must now get at least 18,962 signatures by June 10 to force a recall election. The group is seeking 25,000 signatures to ensure a safe margin of valid signatures.

Evans said not only is her committee gathering signatures, but many of those people are now canvasing the district for signa-

10695 West 17th Avenue Lakewood, Colorado 80215

1-888-262-5977 www.brookdaleliving.com 20416-ROP01-0213 LMM

Westminster City Council voted on the following legislation during its April 8 meeting. Council members in attendance were Mayor Nancy McNally; Mayor Pro Tem Faith Winter, and councilors Bob Briggs, Mark Kaiser, Herb Atchison, Mary Lindsey and Scott Major.

Promenade lights to be changed to LED lights

Reach

oveR

2 0 0 ,0 0 0

fun-sta

sales deadline: apRil 18 publication date: may 22/23

househ

Rved

olds

acRoss

coloRa

do!

call today to be a paRt of this annual magazine publication Reaching ReadeRs fRom noRthglenn to woodland paRk and eveRywheRe in between!

Your Community Connector to Boundless Rewards

303-426-6000

tures.

According to the petition, Hudak “has blatantly disregarded her oath, infringed upon our constitutional right to keep and bear arms. She has voted to make all citizens less safe and to drive hundreds of jobs from Colorado.”

Recently Hudak voted to pass House Bills 1224 and 1229. HB 1224 limited the number of rounds allowed in a magazine, while 1229 expanded background checks for gun buyers.

Evans said the committee and the people at the kick-off event are not a bunch of angry, crazy gun owners, they are people of Colorado who want to stand up and have representatives actually represent them.

“We are just exercising our American right to be here,” she said. “I am confident that we will have well over 25,000 signatures.”

Hudak said she is aware of the recall petition.

“I am aware of the petition, but it will not impact my continued advocacy for women, children, and school funding during this session,” she said.

WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL ON THE RECORD

Independent Living

Your story continues here...

By Ashley Reimers

Council unanimously authorized the city manager to execute a contract with Kelly Electrical Inc. in the amount of $100,656 for the electrical conversion of the Westminster Promenade light towers to Light Emitting Diodes, LED, and authorize a 10-percent contingency in the amount of $10,065, for a total expenditure not to exceed $110,721.

The eight light towers

are signature features of the Promenade East and provide both a visual effect and historical information at the column bases.

IGA approved with CDOT for traffic signal maintenance

Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 14 authorizing the city manager to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Colorado Department of Transportation regarding traffic signal maintenance for a five-year period.

In March 2008, city council authorized the execution of a five year agreement with CDOT that allowed the City to maintain a total of eleven traffic signals on the State Highway System.

The City of Westminster desires to continue with the maintenance of traffic sig-

nals on Sheridan Boulevard from 70th Avenue to the interchange at US 36.

The estimated cost of the maintenance of these signals is paid by CDOT.

Contracts approved for sale items at city golf courses

Council unanimously approved 2013 expenditure contracts to the following vendors: Titleist, not to exceed $70,000, Nike U.S.A. Golf Division not to exceed $70,000, and Oakley not to exceed $75,000 for the purchase of routine commodities that are provided for sale at the city’s two golf course pro shops and driving ranges.

The next council meeting is 7 p.m. April 8 at City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Ave. in Westminster.

— Compiled by Ashley Reimers

Check out our website for Great Offers FREE Estimages & Inspections

da n

11-Color North Jeffco Westsider 11

April 19, 2013

Tips help cut water use

By Colorado Nursery & Greenhouse Association info@coloradonga.org With spring snowstorms followed by 60-degree days, you know it’s time to start thinking about getting outside and into the garden. This winter has been a tricky one and by now we’ve all heard the word — drought — but that doesn’t mean it’s time to throw in the trowel. Whether you’re into turf, trees, shrubs, flowers or edibles, following a few key principles can help yield a beautiful, bountiful landscape using less water.

Even the most experienced gardeners often confuse xeriscapes with zeroscapes.

Zeroscapes imply no landscape and that’s a very bad thing for everyone.

Beautiful landscaping does more than just look pretty, it also increases property values, reduces energy consumption, produces oxygen and even absorbs carbon dioxide. So what is xeriscape? Xeriscape is actually a set of planting principles that can help you create attractive, sustainable, and

Featured perennial

Botanic name: Salvia x sylvestris (formerly S. nemorosa) Common name: Blue Salvia Height: 24-36 inches Light: Full sun Water: Xeric Soil: Average garden soil Growth Habit: Upright spikes How to use: Use in beds and containers

water-efficient landscapes using these seven basic and sound horticultural practices.

• Plan and design landscaping comprehensively.

• Evaluate soil and improve if necessary.

Amending soil increases water retention.

• Create practical turf areas. The front lawns of eight houses have the cooling effect of about 70 tons of air conditioning.

• Select plants with similar needs and group them accordingly in the landscape.

• Water efficiently with a properly designed irrigation system.

• Use organic mulches to reduce surface evaporation of water and minimize weeds.

• Practice appropriate landscape maintenance.

Remember, even in drought years, landscaping can add as much as 15 percent to the resale value of your home.

So dust off your gloves, put these principles to work and see for yourself that a beautiful, healthy landscape and water-wise conservation can in fact live in harmony.

Visit plantsomethingco.org for more information and expert tips throughout the season.

These upright, drought tolerant beauties bloom in light to dark eye-catching shades of blues and purple from May through frost. Salvia thrives in hot spots and requires very little care. They are a wonderful companion for Daisies, Lillies, silver Artemisias (very showy), and Penstemon varieties. Water these plants at the base, not the leaves, to keep them bright and upright.

Submitted by Colorado Nursery and Greenhouse Association

ions

lect 4 Col

dels

22 Mo

SAVE

$500 - $4,000 on a New Hot Spring Hot Tub* QUALITY FIREPLACES

ces irepla

F

Save

up to

*

50%

its*

rn un

ls, bu

Fireplace

ode loor m

s, f

demo

*

End-of-Season Clearance since 1978

Get em while they’re hot!

IHTspas.com Limited Time • Limited Quantities*

International Hot Tub Co.

Big Blue Building

DENVER 303.296.7727

BOULDER 303.449.7095

HIGHLANDS RANCH 303.770.6662

I-25 & 8th Ave. 303.755.4772

4275 N. Broadway Denver, CO 80216

3550 Arapahoe Boulder, CO 80303

2660 E. County Line Rd. Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

1035 Zuni St. Denver, CO 80204

*Off Retail price. Excl. prev. purch. Can’t combine offers. Limited qty. hearth to stock-on-hand. See store for details. Exp. Sunday.

12-Color

12 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

ourcolorado

CLASSIFIEDS TO ADVERTISE, CALL 303-566-4100

INSIDE

.com

REAL ESTATE CAREERS MARKETPLACE SERVICE DIRECTORY

REAL ESTATE AGENT SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK Sue Stylianos, What is the most challenging part of what you do?

What is one tip you have for someone looking to sell a There is so much to learn when it comes to real estate and house?

ABR, GRI, E-Pro, CDPE, SFR

REALTOR®

RE/MAX MOMENTUM 2227 Prairie Center Pkwy Ste D Brighton, CO 80601 cell: 303-669-6444 Phone:(303) 654-0197 SStylianos@msn.com www.coloradohomelocater.com

the market is constantly changing. Constant education in this industry is necessary.

What do you most enjoy doing when you’re not working?

I love my career and don’t see my job as work. I love keeping busy, going out with friends, socializing, networking and relationship building.

Where were you born?

Binghamton, NY How long have you lived in the area?

I moved here in 1999 What do you like most about it?

I love the weather, the beautiful mountain views.

Denver and the surrounding areas are for the most part very clean and well taken care of.

The three main reasons a house doesn’t sell is price, condition and location. If it shows well and is in a good location but still isn’t selling, then it isn’t priced right.

What is one tip you have for someone looking to buy a house?

The first thing you need to do is to get pre-qualified with a good lender. Talk to you agent and ask them to refer you to one that they trust and have worked with in the past. That alone can make all of the difference in a real estate transaction.

What is the most unusual thing you’ve encountered while working in Real Estate?

It is so interesting looking at homes in all sizes, price ranges, neighborhoods, etc. I hope not to offend anyone out there, but there are houses that you walk into that you know the owners watch too much HGTV with all of the colors, decorations and remodeling etc. If you are trying to sell, you really need to neutralize colors. I hear too many people say, “What were they thinking?”

How long have you worked in Real Estate?

I started in Real Estate in 2004. I was with Metro Brokers until February 2011 when I decided to make a move to Re/Max Momentum.

What is your specialty and what does that mean for the people you work with?

I specialize in Residential Real Estate. I really enjoy working with first- time homebuyers and move–up buy-ers. I am an accredited buyer’s representative.

WE BELIEVE ENERGY STAR IS JUST A STARTING POINT.

WE ARE NEW TOWN BUILDERS. R

We’re inspired by classic Colorado architecture and passionate about cra smanship. Yet we geek out on the latest technology and sustainable building techniques. The thicker walls in our New Town Builders’ high performance homes allow for 60% more money-saving insula on than in a conven onal home, and our roof is 6 inches higher than a typical home, so we can get 2 ½ mes MORE insula on in the a c. This reduces heat loss, and more importantly, reduces your energy bill! Talk to us about building your (surprisingly affordable) energy-efficient new home.

Brand New Homes on One Acre in Castlewood Ranch!

Semi-Custom Homes One Acre Homesites Up to 4-Car Garages Main Floor Master Plans 3 to 7 Bedrooms 2-1/2 to 4-3/4 Baths 2,887 to 3,576 s.f. Homes From the $400’s Call or Email: 303.500.3255 or Margaret.Sandel@newtownbuilders.com New Town Builders at Castlewood Ranch - 7030 Weaver Circle, Castle Rock

Price, features, specifications, availability and other terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.

GRAND OPENING SPECIAL Upgrade to 4 Car Garage! included on Contracts written by December 31, 2012.

newtownbuilders.com

13-Color North Jeffco Westsider 13

April 19, 2013

ourcolorado

.com

TO ADVERTISE CALL LINDA WORK AT 303-566-4072 Home for Sale

Home for Sale

14058 Elizabeth St., Thornton

$379,900 TEAM SEIBEL

Beautiful 2-story home features 4bd/3ba/3car/2fp and more! Formal dining room has hardwood floors and picture window! Kitchen is the masterpiece of the home featuring slab granite counter tops, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, gas stove, kitchen island, more than 30 cabinets and opens to both the deck and the family room! The family room is large with vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace and opens to the kitchen! The main floor also has a 4th bedroom, half bath and laundry room. On the next level you will find the loft complete with fireplace. Keep going and you will find the beautiful master bedroom and full 5 piece master bath complete with separate his and hers vanities, an oversized soaking tub, a full walk-in and sit down shower plus a walk-in closet! On this level you will also find 2 more bedrooms and another full bath! The basement is full and unfinished. The backyard features a fenced yard and a large deck for your enjoyment.

BUY & RECEIVE 1% or OF PURCHASE PRICE

* Everything Included * Free Market Analysis * MLS Placement * PlacementonRealtor.com * Internet Exposure

SELL

* No Advertising Fees * Relocation Exposure * Realtors Show Home * Sign & Lockbox * No Upfront Fees

BEST OF THE BE S T R E A L T O R S

+2.8% MLS CO-OP

FULL SERVICE BROKERAGE OWNER 25 YEARS!

Charles

720-560-1999

Residential Sales Specialists

For your personal tour call: Ruth @ 303-667-0455 or Brandon @ 720.323.5839.

SEARCH MLS FREE!WWW.SELLBUYCOLORADO.COM

Like us on Facebook

Money to Loan

turned down because of credit?

We have FHA Streamline & Purchase Programs with as low as 580 FICO!*

$240,000

*Subject to underwriter approval.

$1,229,900 Bristol Cove in Centennial

High Prairie Farms in Parker

The inventory of homes for sale is very low. I am happy to provide you with a free market analysis to see if now is a good time for you to sell! Many houses are selling within 30 days or less. Call me direct at 303-807-0808.

DAVE KUPERNIK CRS, SFR | BROKER OWNER Cell: 303.807.0808 | email: dave@davekupernik.com

www.24KRealEstate.net

Knowledgeable, Courteous Service.

AlliAnce GuArAnty MortGAGe 303-549-8809 • djensen@allianceguaranty.com Personal one on one service!

5280

MAGAZINE

18425 Pony Express Drive, Suite 103 Parker, Colorado 80134 Office: 303-953-4801 | Fax : 303-953-4802

Miscellaneous Real Estate

• Reverse Mortgages • Conventional Loans • FHA • VA BBB A+ since 1998

2821 South Parker Road Suite 455 Aurora, CO 80014-2735

Home for Sale

12 miles Southwest of Sedalia

off Highway 67 (Deckers Hwy)

3 Brdm/2Bath Remodeled Ranch

1 1/2 Acres Private Lot backing to Pike Natl Forest

2 Garages for Storage

1500 SqFt with Newer Kitchen Main Floor Office Updated Electrical - Roof, House & Garage - Well & Septic

Wonderful Location Fantastic Mountain Views Close to Fishing All for $214,900

Mike Brady 720-297-2824 Owner/Agent

DouGlAs Jensen Businesses for Sale/ Franchise

Unbelievable Restaurant & Bar With full living quarters in Coal Creek Canyon Absolutely Stunning with Wonderful Views!

2 Acres + 2 more 1-acre lots included in price!

View the Virtual Tour at

spotlighthometours.com/us/32447

$925,000

Metro Brokers Arnold Realty & Inv.

Ask for Joe (303) 466-1777 (303) 550-3794 Homes

Metro Brokers Sundance Realty

ATTENTION HOME OWNERS! Now is the BEST time to sell in years! Do you know how much more your home is worth?

We do - and we're working with buyers in every price range& neighborhood!

ATTENTION BUYERS! We have SPECIAL programs just for you!

For more info call today!

Gorgeous Valley in Pine Grove.

1 bdrm mobile home, 12 miles from Conifer.

Incl elec/water & trash. $650/mo (303) 909-2404 Commercial Property/ Rent

Office Warehouse

For Lease in Elizabeth 2,907 Sq.Ft. Large O/H Door 3 Phase Electric Cheap!

Call 303-688-2497

Ruth - 303-667-0455 Brandon - 720-323-5839

We Buy Houses & Condos

CASH PAID FAST any condition Call Bill 303-799-0759

OurColoradoNews.com

LMB# 100026825 • NMLS# 368568

Office Rent/Lease VARIOUS OFFICES 100-2,311 sq.ft. Rents from $200-$1750/month.

Full service.

405-409 S Wilcox

Office Rent/Lease Central Arvada Professional Ofc Suites from $225 to $875/mo Shared Conference Room, Kitchen, Restrooms Internet Option Erickson Sellers Real Estate

(303) 475-9567 Room for Rent GOLDEN/APPLEWOOD Clean, furn ranch, $325 w/ldy + $50 utilities NS/NP. ST/LT lease 303.279.5212/847.763.1701

T

Roommates Wanted Arvada Room for Rent in 2 bedroom/1 bath apt Mature Female Preferred Clean, Neat, Sociable $425 includes utilities 303.424.3130 Senior Housing Wheat Ridge 35th & Wadsworth Senior Living 1 Bedroom Fitness Center & Pool Secured Building $685/mo No Pets Allowed (720) 284-1509

We are community.

Castle Rock

Wasson Properties 719-520-1730

o

B

No H $1.9 ww

G

qu

Loca

Quart Ca

"Lux

Saturd 6925 C Hoste Not yo Silent Suppo

Hug

112

Furni

BBQ B Your Community Connector to Boundless Rewards

For All Your Real Estate Advertising Needs

Call Linda Work at 303-566-4072

k

m

14-Color

14 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

ourcolorado

.com

TO ADVERTISE CALL LINDA WORK AT 303-566-4072

Lending StandardS

Randy Spierings, CPA, MBA

Branch Manager, Mortgage Lender

LMB# 100022405 NMLS# 217152 Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc. Office: 303-256-5748 www.BestColoradoMortgages.com rspierings@primeres.com Regulated by Division of Real Estate Has been a CPA for over 30 years

Q

: With housing at skyhigh affordability are lenders still lending? Can I get a loan with the new stricter lending standards that are out there today? Are there low down payment programs still available? : You are correct that lending standards have changed dramatically in the last few years as banks and lenders have gone from very loose standards, particularly on subprime loans in the 2000s, to stricter standards today. Verification of ability to repay and assets for downpayment (and sometimes reserves), are now required as the stated income/ stated asset or no income/no asset loans no longer exist.

Waiting periods after bank-

A

ruptcies, loan modifications, short sales, and foreclosures have all been extended – but loans are still available, even for people that have had those credit blemishes.

As for low down payment programs, many counties, as well as CHAFA, offer down payment assistance programs, although most of those come with income or asset qualifiers. Additionally, grant programs with income qualifiers reduce down payment requirements to around $1000. The VA loan program, for veterans, offers a no downpayment program, and VA fees can be waived for those with disabilities.

FHA offers a program with only 3.5 percent of the purchase price as a downpayment. The USDA program also offers a zero down program in certain rural areas.

Finally, conventional loans are available with as little as 5 percent down.

If you’re looking to purchase or refinance, seek out an experienced, trustworthy, financially savvy lender, that you can meet face to face,

who has access to the full spectrum of loan and grant programs. Then work with them to select the proper loan and grant programs and have them customize them to best suit your needs.

For more information on how you can purchase or refinance a home, please

contact our lending expert, Randy Spierings, CPA (over 30 years), NMLS #217152, branch manager for Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc., a local lender you can trust, at 303-256-5748 or rspierings@primeres.com. www.

BestColoradoMortgages. com Regulated by the Divi-

sion of Real Estate – MLO #100022405. PRMI is an equal housing lender.

They are A plus rated by the Better Business Bureau and winner of multiple Gold Star awards. They are located at 9800 Mt. Pyramid Court #400, Englewood, CO. They offer a 100% satisfaction

guarantee and will give you $500 at closing if they don’t meet or exceed your expectations. They offer a full loan spectrum, including VA, FHA, USDA, Jumbo, and conventional, among others, and are among the top 10 retail FHA lenders in the U. S. today. n

ourcolorado

.com

TO SELL YOUR GENTLY USED ITEMS, CALL 303-566-4100 Farm Products & Produce

Estate Sales

Furniture

Beef Grass Finished

7948 Marshall Street, Arvada

6 oak book cases 36x84 $95ea. / obo Infrared Sauna $1099/obo 2 china cabinets w/china make offer Marty (303)995-2995

No hormones/ No anitbiotics.

Halves, Whole. On the hoof. $1.90 per lb. Call 719-541-2441. www.highplainsnaturalbeef.com

Grain Finished Buffalo

quartered, halves and whole

Saturday 4/20 9am-3pm Dining Table and 4 chairs, Living Room Sofa & Loveseat, Glass coffee table, framed pictures, book cases, 2 desks & chair, large file cabinet, lots of dishes, tools, sports items & misc.

719-775-8742

Locally raised, grass fed and grain finished Beef & Pork.

Quarters, halves, wholes available.

Can deliver 720-434-1322

Garage Sales "Luxury" Garage Sale Saturday April 20th 8am-2pm 6925 Carr Street, Arvada Hosted by non-profit Live Cheap.

Not your typical garage sale!!

Silent Auction on high-$$ items.

Supports children in Cambodia.

Huge Church Garage Sale

11202 W. Jewel Ave. Lakewood April 19th and 20th Friday 8-4, Sat 8-3 Furniture, Tools, Household items, Clothing, Misc

Moving Sale

April 19th & 20th 9-3 Books, Furniture, Tools, BBQ Grill, Harley Davidson Parts, Bicycles, Gardening items 2370 S Ellis Ct Lakewood 80228

Antique Armoire, Marble top end table, 2 Deacons chairs, School desk, Oak bench w/storage. Call (303)949-2578

Antiques & Collectibles

Desk w/hutch & matching file drawer $175 Red upholstered office chair $25 (720)530-6412

VINTAGE GLASS SHOW & SALE: EAPG, Carnival, Cut, Depression Glass + Pottery and China, Deco/Modern. 1800's-1970's. Free seminars/glass ID. 4/27: 10a-5p, 4/28: 11a-4p. Douglas Cnty Events Center, Castle Rock, CO. I-25 & Plumb Creek Parkway, Exit 181.

Admission $5 303-722-5446 www.rmdgs.com

Glass Dining Table w/black wrought iron base & 4 gray vynal matching chairs $99 (720)530-6412

Building Materials Chain Link Fencing Approximately 150ft, 3ft high fastners and posts included 240-285-3643

Firearms 1873 Winchester 32 caliber, great condition $3995/obo 720-205-0632

Tickets/Travel All Tickets Buy/Sell

NFL-NBA-NHL-NCAA-MLB WWW.DENVERTICKET.COM (303)-420-5000

PETS

Certified - night and daycare Daily weekly vacations and emergencies 720-345-7379

Autos for Sale 08 Tan Mazda Tribute 52,700 miles, 6 cylinder, auto, 4-door, AM/FM, CD, towing package $15,500 OBO 720-289-3831

Majestic Towing & Recovery, LLC 999 Vallejo Street, Denver, CO 80204 720-775-2702 Please be advised the following vehicles are for sale:

color, $125, Leave messaage 303766-8855

Medical Electric hospital bed $500, Wheelchair and more. (303)660-8149

Mini aerobic trampoline $20, New Char-broil infrared grill $200 1 yr old men's Schwinn 7 speed bike $100 1 yr old ladies Avalon 7 speed bike $50, Sewing machine never used $50 8 ft Werner aluminum ladder $50 Call 303 -954-8505 Ask about home accessories

www.mydognanny.pro

Car for Sale

LAzBOY occasional chair, multi-

Miscellaneous

Pet Services

Dogs

Olde English Bulldogge puppies IOEBA Registered $800.00 (620)664-4616

01. 1994 Gold Honda Accord – VIN# 029778 02. 2004 Black Infinity VIN# 307954 03. 1970 Gray Chevy Impala VIN# 165811 04. 2002 White Acura 3.2 TL-S – VIN# 007753 05. 1984 Blue Chevy Monte Carlo -VIN# 159587 06. 1990 Blue Ford F150 PK – VIN# A49990 07. 2006 White E250 Ford Van –VIN# A05481 08. 1998 Red VW Jetta – VIN# 282588

Wanted Cash for all Cars and Trucks Under $1000 Running or not.

Any condition

(303)741-0762 bestcashforcars.com

Wanted DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK, BOAT, RV; Running or not, to www.developmentaldisabled.org Tax deductible! 303-659-8086.

14 years of service Top Cash Paid for Junk Cars Up to $500 720-333-6832

Please recycle thispublication when finished.

For all your classified advertising needs.

Your Community Connector to Boundless Rewards

Call 303-566-4100 today!

15-Color North Jeffco Westsider 15

April 19, 2013

ourcolorado

.com

TO ADVERTISE YOUR JOBS, CALL 303-566-4100

OUTSIDE MULTI-MEDIA SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Colorado Community Media is seeking an experienced Outside Multi-Media Sales Representative to join our team. This individual will be responsible for both local and agency business maintaining current accounts in additional to generating new business to join our already rapidly growing papers.

Requirements: Must be goal oriented and work well with a team. Candidate must be comfortable cold calling on various size accounts both in person and over the phone. Recent graduates encouraged to apply.

Previous newspaper experience a plus but not required.

Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office products.

JEFFCO/GOLDEN TRANSCRIPT

LA023181B

2

4 x 10” (4c process)

Colorado Community Media offers salary plus commission. Benefits offered: Medical, dental, vision and paid vacation. Please email your cover letter and resume with Outside Sales Position in the subject line to eaddenbrooke@ourcoloradonews.com.

3/21/2013 KHOWARD

FREEP0001

Mining

CLEA JOB:

Must maint mech el and and H ASE `valid endor own h duties Fulltim an hr See f applic www.

Want Oppo applic P.O. 80444 creek 2417.

Takin April 3 Clear ADAA

Drive

No phone calls please.

O E Me

Find your next job here. always online at

OurColoradoCareers.com

Ded

Drive

A-Ro vice Avg. www

Driv

Home ver F Req. www.

399-5

S pare for Tr $1 com an v C

BUILD YOUR CAREER from the ground up

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Cleary Building Corp., is looking for a Building Sales Specialist based out of our Franktown, CO office. Base salary plus bonus and a full benefits package including a company vehicle.. EOE/AA.

Caregivers to provide in-home care to senior citizens who need assistance with activities of daily living.

Call Today 303-736-6688 www.visitingangels.com /employment

Climax Molybdenum Co. – a subsidiary of Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold, and the world’s largest producer of molybdenum and molybdenum-based chemicals – has two operating molybdenum mines in Colorado.

Our Climax and Henderson operations are now hiring!

Our Climax operation, located 10 miles north of Leadville, consists of an open-pit molybdenum mine and mill. The Climax mine is one of the largest, highest-grade and lowest-cost molybdenum mines in the world.

Climax Mine opportunities: • Mill Diagnostic Electrician – Job #1204301 • Senior RCM Technician – Job #1203606 • Diesel Diagnostic Mechanic – Job #1205082 • HR Generalist II – Job #1300482

Please apply online:

www.workforclearybuildingcorp.com OR

Our Henderson operation consists of an underground molybdenum mine, located CLIENT: 38 miles east of Silverthorne, and mill, located 20 miles north of Silverthorne.

These two sites are connected by the longest conveyor of its kind in theAD world – a 15-mile CODE: elevated belt that passes underneath the Continental Divide, through an old train DATE: tunnel and above ground to the mill.

Henderson opportunities: • Mill Industrial Electrician (Henderson Mill) – Job #1300296 • Senior Surveyor (Mining/Underground) (Henderson Mine) – Job #1300245 • Chief Electrical Engineer (Henderson Mine) – Job #1300591

Explore all the advantages of a future with Climax Molybdenum Co. To apply online, visit: www.moly.jobs.

m o l y. j o b s Freeport-McMoRan is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Email: employment@clearybuilding.com

AIM NationaLease 13-MECH2 2/7/2013

Help Wanted LOOKING FOR A GREAT OPPORTUNITY?

NOW HIRING MECHANICS IN YOUR AREA ●Maintain & Repair Diesel Tractors & Trailers ●$1500 SIGN-ON BONUS! ●Medical As Low As $28.62 Family $18.12 Individual/wk ●Hourly Pay ●Opportunity for Training ●Requires Minimum 1 year Industry Exp., High School Diploma or GED Call to Apply: 855-818-2956

Help Wanted Coordinator P/T:

Locate and screen host families; provide support and activities for exchange students. Up to $850/ student with bonus and travel opportunities. Local training and support. Make friends worldwide! www.aspectfoundation.org

Centennial Water and Sanitation District

is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time Meter Reader position. For application and details, visit our website at www.centennialwater.org.

Acme Brick Co.

Castle Rock plant, A national Manufacturer of brick products has 3 labor job opportunities.

Equal opportunity employer, in a drug free work place Call Karen at 303-688-6951 opt 4.

For local news any time of day, find your community online at www.AIMNTLS.com

OurColoradoNews.com

16-Color

16 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

ourcolorado

.com

TO ADVERTISE YOUR JOBS, CALL 303-566-4100 Help Wanted CLEAR CREEK COUNTY JOB: Mechanic – Journey Must have 3 yrs exp in servicing, maintaining and repairing mechanized and automotive: diesel and gas engines, and hydraulics, and HS diploma or equivalent, and ASE certifications are desirable. `valid CO CDL, class B with tanker endorsements, and furnish his/her own hand tools. Perform on call duties as required.

Fulltime; wage is $18.88 to $20.89 an hr plus Benefits See full job description and application at: www.co.clear-creek.co.us under "I Want To…", "Find Job Opportunities", Please send application to: Human Resources, P.O. Box 2000, Georgetown, CO 80444; email hr@co.clearcreek.co.us; or fax to 303-6792417.

Taking applications until April 30, 2013.

Clear Creek County is an ADAAA/EEO employer.

Driver

DEDICATED CUSTOMER

Based in Aurora, CO Full Time Regional Out 2 to 3 Nights per Week Earn up to $52,000 / Year Medical Plans & 401k Avail. for Full-Time Positons CDL-A w/1yr. T/T exp. *Also Hiring Part Time*

800-879-7826

RUAN

Full Time Telephone Receptionist

needed for busy ophthalmology practice.

We are searching for a dedicated individual who is looking for a long term commitment, is a team player and ready to further their career.

Applicants must be organized, able to multi task, have great customer service skills and are ready to jump in and assist others when needed.

Duties include answering heavy telephone call volume; scheduling appointments; filing and pull charts; medical records and various other administrative duties.

Hours are 8 – 5 Monday thru Friday.

We offer a very generous benefit package.

Please fax resume 303 730-6163 attention Penny or E-Mail: PMiddlebrooks@corneacolorado.com

Hiring Event!

Thursday, March 18th From 8:30-1pm LOCATION: Adams County Workforce Center 4430 South Adams County Prky Brighton, CO 80601 Available positions: Concrete Finishers $16-18, Pipefitter-$18-$20 Laborer $12-$14, Carpenter $18-$20, Millwrights-$18-20 Qualifications: • At least 1 year experience • Must pass drug screen • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs Benefits: • Full time (40 hours per week) • Medical Dress professionally, bring your resume, and arrive promptly!

www.ruan.com/jobs Dedicated to Diversity. EOE

Drivers:

Home Nightly! Great Paying Denver Flatbed! CDL-A or B, 1yr Exp. Req. Estenson Logistics. Apply: www.goelc.com Call 6a-6p: 1-888399-5856

GAIN 130 LBS!

Savio House needs foster parents to provide temporary care for troubled teens ages 12-18.

Training, 24 hour support and $1900/month provided. Must complete precertification training and pass a criminal and motor vehicle background check.

Call Michelle 303-225-4073 or visit saviohouse.org.

Co lorado Statewid e Classif ied Advertising Networ k

COSCAN

To place a 25-word COSCAN network ad in 82 Colorado newspapers for only $250, contact your local newspaper or call SYNC2 Media at 303-571-5117.

HELP WANTED

LOTS & ACREAGE

25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED! Learn to drive for Swift Transpor tation at US Truck.

Earn $750 per week!

CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks!

1-800-809-2141

So Col orado Liqui dati on Sale! 60 acres - only $ 3 9 , 9 0 0 Rocky Mtn views.

Sur veyed, utilities, low bank financing. Owner must sell! Call anytime 866-696-5263

HELP WANTED / DRIVERS

MISC./CAREER TRAINING

Driver - One Cent Raise after 6 and 12 months. $0.03 Enhanced Quar terly Bouns. Daily or Weekly Pay. Hometime Options. CDL-A, 3 months OTR exp. 800-414-9569 www.driveknight.com

WORK ON JET ENGINES - Train for hands on Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 800-481-8612.

OWNER OPERATORS - Home daily or every other day. Dedicated, recession-proof freight (grocery).

Lease purchase program, 100% fuel surcharge to driver and more! 1 year driving experience & CDL Class A. Call Michael 866-478-9972.

DriveForGreatwide.com

MODULAR / MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE FROM $34 ,18 1 Brand New FACTORY BUILT HOM ES Construction to Perm Loans FHA / VA Loans 303-573-0067 Free Brochure, floor plans & price sheet www.coloradofactorymodulars.com

Help Wanted

Drivers: 4K Sign-on bonus. CDL-

A-Route Delivery. MBM Foodservice in Aurora. Regional. 65K Avg.annual salary+Ben. Apply: www.mbmcareers.com

SYNC2 Media CO SCAN Ads - Week of 4/14/13 – STATEWIDE Help Wanted Help Wanted

Help Wanted

HOUSEKEEPER/ LAUNDRY AIDE Life Care Center of Evergreen

Help Wanted

LANDSCAPERS

entry level w/some exp.

National landscaping co. hiring immediatelyDenver, Sedalia & Broomfield, CO areas Hablamos espanol Call 866-884-1467

Full-time opportunities available.

Must have housekeeping and laundry care experience, preferably in a health care setting.

Will perform day-to-day housekeeping duties as assigned.

Responsible for keeping assigned work area clean, attractive and safe. Must be positive and able to work harmoniously in a team-oriented environment. We offer great pay and benefits in a team-oriented environment.

LEGITIMATE WORK AT HOME

Eileen Gandee 303-674-4500 | 303-674-8436 Fax 2987 Bergen Peak Dr. | Evergreen, CO 80439 Eileen_Gandee@LCCA.com Visit us: LCCA.COM EOE/M/F/V/D – 39756

Medical MA, LPN or RN Full Time in Ken Caryl area Needed part time, includes Saturday morning for medical center in Highlands Ranch area. Please fax resume to Nita 303-791-7756

ourcolorado

PERSONAL CARE PROVIDERS/HOMEMAKERS –for Littleton & Denver Metro No experience necessary; we train you! For more information, call (303)993-2353.

Independence At Home, Inc.

No Sales, no Investment, No Risk, Free training, Free website. Contact Susan at 303-646-4171 or fill out form at www.wisechoice4u.com

PROJECT MANAGER For project reporting, project controls, project administration, planning, pricing,quality management etc and there is benefits for paid time off, access to car, medical etc send resume with salary expectations to : leeb09@outlook.com Receptionist (PT) for Westminster assisted living community (Weds thru Sunday) evenings.

Must enjoy working with seniors and have computer skills.

Call 303-426-9090

CLASSIFIEDS TO ADVERTISE, CALL 303-566-4100 Auctions

CLASSIC CAR AUCTION

May 4th 10am Memorabilia 9am Preview 8am Adams County Regional Park Brighton, CO All welcome To buy or sell call 970-266-9561 Specialty Auto Auctions www.saaasinc.com

Misc. Notices Colorado Springs-area Aero Club offering shares in well-maintained, well-equipped Piper PA24-250 Comanche and PA28-235 Cherokee. Based at Meadow Lake Airport (KFLY), Falcon, CO. See WWW.NOSPINAIRCRAFT.COM for details, or call David Miller at No -Spin Aircraft Sales: 719-650-8667.

Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

COSCAN

Stat ew Adver

NOW NOW HIRING: HIRING: newspapers for only $250, co A GENERAL A GENERAL MANAGER MANAGER or call SYNC2 TRAINEE TRAINEE LOTS & A HELP WANTED ININ IDAHO IDAHO SPRINGS! SPRINGS!S o C o l o r a d o L i q u

To place a 25-word COSCAN

25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED! acr es - only $ 39,9 Learn to drive for Swift Transpor tation at Sur veyed, utilities, low US Truck.

Do you you have have a a passion passion for must for sell! Call anytime Earn Do $750 per week!

CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks! great great customer customer service? service?

1-800-809-2141 Kum Kum &&Go Go is is now nowhiring hiring MISC./CAREE HELP WANTED / DRIVERS WORK ON JET ENGINES a General a GeneralManager Manager Trainee Trainee Aviation Career. FAA Idaho Idaho Springs.

Springs.

Driver - in Onein Cent Raise after 6 and 12 Financial aid if qualif months. $0.03 Enhanced Quar terly Bouns. assistance. CALL Av Maintenance 800-481-8 Daily or Weekly Pay. Hometime Options. CDLCompetitive Competitive Salary, Salary, Great Great A, 3 months OTR exp. 800-414-9569 Bene Bene t tPackages Packages and and www.driveknight.com Growth GrowthOpportunities.

Opportunities. MODULAR / MANUFAC SAL OWNER OPERATORS - Home daily or every FR OM $34, 181 Bra other day. Dedicated, recession-proof freight B UIL T H (grocery). Lease purchase program, 100% Construction to Perm Loa fuel surcharge to driver and more! 1 year 573-0067 Free Brochu driving experience & CDL Class A. Call she Michael 866-478-9972. www.coloradofacto DriveForGreatwide.com

Apply ApplyOnline Online Today Today at at www.kumandgo.com www.kumandgo.com

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Receptionist

part-time 24-30 hours per week, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and some Sat hours 8-5 Busy Pediatric office near Park Meadows area.

Duties scheduling, phones, check-in and scanning Fax 303-689-9628 or email m.ripperton@pediatrics5280.com RN's,LPN's caring, compassionate, reliable/dependable nurses needed.

12 hr. P.T night shifts.

Fri, Sat or Sun in peaceful, loving home.

North Parker. Call 303-646-3020

Seasonal Fry / Grill Cook

Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course $9 - $12 per hour DOE + golf privileges Apply online at www.crgov.com or call 720-733-3506 EOE

ServiceMaster Clean has Both full time and part-time janitorial openings throughout

South side of Denver Please call 303-761-0122 to schedule an interview.

Western Summit

Constructors, Inc. is seeking Formwork Carpenters & Laborers, Concrete Finishers, Pipefitters, and Millwrights (process equipment installations) for large wastewater project located in Denver area.

Applications will be taken at 9780 Pyramid Ct, Suite 100, Englewood, CO 80112, from 8-5 M-F. Send resumes to Careers@westernsummit.com or call (303)325-0325.

WSCI is an EEO Employer.

.com Instruction

AIRLINES ARE HIRING Train for hands on Aviation Maintenance Career.

FAA approved program.

Financial aid if qualified – Housing available CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance

877-818-0783

For all your Classified Advertising needs.

Misc. Notices Men of all ages! Come sing

your old favorites with us. No singing experience necessary, we will teach you.

Denver MountainAires BarberShop Chorus Edgewater Community Church.

2497 Fenton St. (corner of Fenton & 25th Ave, 6 blocks west of Sheridan.

Contact Ralph Fennell 303-8059828, Fennell@q.com or Tony Pranaitis 303-233-6234 Tonychiro@juno.com

Instruction

JOIN THE JOIN THE KUM TEAM KUM& & GO GO TEAM

Your Community Connector to Boundless Rewards

Place your ad today. Call 303-566-4100!

17-Color North Jeffco Westsider 17

April 19, 2013

ourcolorado

SERVICES

Colu

TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Carpentry

Concrete/Paving

Deck/Patio

Carpenter/Handyman:

Semi retired but still ready to work for you! 34 years own business.

Prefer any small jobs. Rossi's: 303-233-9581

Carpet/Flooring

FLOORS NOW

• Semi-Retired Flooring Contractor (over 40 yrs exp.)

• Low Overhead = reduced pricing on name products & warranted installations • Senior citizen discounts • Carpet, vinyl, wood, laminate, tile & bath remodels • Free Estimates with sample to your door • Licensed/insured - References Provided • Serving Metro Denver •

303.781.DECK(3325)

www.deckdoctorinc.com

All Phases of Flat Work by

T.M. CONCRETE

Driveways, Sidewalks, Patios Tear-outs, colored & stamped concrete. Quality work, Lic./Ins. Reasonable rates "Small Jobs OK!" 303-514-7364

Navarro

Carpet Cleaning Professional Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Carpet Cleaning SpeCial

25

$

/room*

with no minimum room requirements, and NO HIDDEN FEES! a room is any area under 200 sq. ft.

Commercial/Residential quality work at reasonable prices.

Registered & Insured in Colorado.

303-423-8175

www.stain-pro.net

Detailed cleaning at reasonable rates.

Honest & Dependable

Residential • Commercial Move Outs • New Construction References Available

720.283.2155

Ali’s Cleaning Services

Residential and Commercial Cleaning • 15yrsexperience •WindowCleaning • Detailed,Honest, •Insured&Bonded Dependable •GreatCustomerService

Call Ali @ 720-300-6731

COMMERCIAL CLEANING “Let us do the dirty work!”

• Dependable • Best Prices • Detailed Great References!

We are Family-Owned and Operated

720-257-1996 geniecommercialcleaning@yahoo.com

Just Details Cleaning Service

's #1 Colorado

coloradodeckandfence.com

303-261-6163 Dry wall repair specialist. 30yrs.

Experience, Insured Satisfaction guaranteed Call Ed 720-328-5039

10% off lAboR With AD

since 1989

Drywall Repair • Remodels Additions • Basements • Texture Popcorn Ceilings replaced with texture of choice One Year Warranty On All Work fRee eStimAteS

303-688-9221 office 720-331-0314 cell

J-Star Concrete

Sanders Drywall Inc. All phases to include

Acoustic scrape and re-texture Repairs to full basement finishes Water damage repairs Interior paint, door & trim installs 30+ years experience Insured Free estimates

DRIVEWAY REPLACEMENT OR RE-SURFACING

Darrell 303-915-0739

Electricians

We do quality concrete work at affordable low pricing.

Ready for a brand-new looking Driveway or Patio for half the cost of a total replacement?

Affordable Electrician 20 yrs experience Remodel expert, kitchen, basements, & service panel upgrades.

No job too small. Senior disc.

720-690-7645

See if your Driveway or Patio qualifies for an affordable Nu-Look Resurfacing.

DRIVEWAYS

303 827-2400 Construction

When “OK” Just isn’t good enough -Integrity & Quality Since 1984 For more information visit: JustDetailsCleaningService.com Call Rudy 303-549-7944 for free est.

Call

$

ELECTRICAL SERVICE WORK

Fence Services

Trusted House Cleaning

Family Owned an operated with integrity. 14+ years experience. Licensed and Insured. Calls accepted Monday thru Sunday 9am-4pm. Pet friendly.

Get to know us at

smartyuse.com

720.722.3815

Denver’s Premier Custom Deck Builder

720-635-0418 Littleton

www.decksunlimited.com

BATUK FENCING Cedar, Chain-link Install & Repair. Quality Work 10 yrs. exp.

Free Estimates.

Sr. Discount.

303-750-3840

Cowboy Fencing is a full service fence & gate company installing fences in Colorado for 23 years.

Residential/Commercial/Farm & Ranch Fencing

Low rates, Free estimates Scott, Owner 720-364-5270

Rates On:

*Trash Cleanup: old furniture, mattresses, appliances, etc. *Replacement of Decorative Rock *Hauling: trash, old sod, debris. *Gutter cleaning. *Storm Damage Cleanup, Servicing the Denver West and North areas Mark 303.432.3503

Bronco

HAULERS • Dependable • Affordable • • Prompt Service 7 days a week • • Foreclosure and Rental clean-outs • • Garage clean-outs • • Furniture • • Appliances •

For all your garage door needs! FREE ESTIMATES

Insurance

Ton

INSURANCE REVIEW

- Please call 720-484-3732 for a FREE Home, Auto and Life Insurance review!

Landscaping/Nurseries

LANDSCAPE • Complete Landscape Design & Construction • Retaining Walls, Paver & Natural Stone Patios • Clean-Ups & Plant Pruning • Tree & Stump Removal • New Plantings • Irrigation Systems and Repairs • Landscape Lighting

SWE &

Mow fertil trim.

Sprin Free e 28 yr

Cal

30

COLORADO REGISTERED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Licensed

720.436.6340

Insured

www.arterralandscaping.com

Call 720-218-2618 "AFFORDABLE HAULING"

• Springs, Repairs • New Doors and Openers • Barn and Arena Doors • Locally-Owned & Operated • Tom Martino’s Referral List 10 Yrs • BBB Gold Star Member Since 2002

(303) 646-4499

Office - 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 Ron Massa BBB - Bonded - Insured

Instant Trash Hauling

www.mikesgaragedoors.com

• Home • Business • Junk & Debris • Furniture • Appliances • Tree Limbs • Moving Trash • Carpet • Garage Clean Out

Handyman

Dirt, Rock, Concrete, Sod & Asphalt

David’s 25 Yea rs Exp .

Fre e Est ima tes Ful ly Ins ure d

Service, Inc. REmoDElIng:

Kitchen, Bathroom & Basement.

Interior & Exterior Painting.

Deck Installation, Coating & Repairs.

Window & Tile Installation.

Plumbing. Home Repairs.

CALL 720. 351.1520 A Home RepAiR & Remodeling HAndymAn •Baths •Kitchens •Tiling •Large & Small Jobs

Heavy Hauling

Asphalt & Concrete •Dirt removal & replacement • Grading • Excavating • Tractor •Trucking.

303-908-9384

Carpentry • Painting Tile • Drywall • Roof Repairs Plumbing • Electrical Kitchen • Basements Bath Remodels Property Building Maintenance

Heating/ Air Conditioning

Lawn/Garden Services

Call

• New, Repair, Replace all makes & models • Military & Senior - 10% Discount • $89 $69 A.C. STARTUP - ‘til May1st!

One call does it all!

Furnaces • Boilers • Water Heaters Service • Repair • Replace

720.327.9214 Commercial & Residential

F

www

• Re O fertili

Aerating, Lawn Mowing, Fertilizing, Power Raking, Yard Clean-up and Sprinkler Work

*Lawn

Firew ing *Gut

LAWN AERATIONS

30

STA

with

Call Eric

303-424-0017

10% Senior & Military Discount All Home Energy Audits

Home Improvement Alpine Landscape Management

Aerate, Fertilize, Power Raking, Weekly Mowing Trim Bushes & Sm. Trees, Sr. Disc.

Call U

720-329-9732

No Service in Parker or Castle Rock

Call Rick 720-285-0186

LIT SP

•P

Just $ Family owned and serving Golden & Jefferson County since 1955. 24-Hour Service

Office 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983

OUTSIDE: *Paint & Repairs *Gutters *Deck's *Fence's *Yard Work *Tree & Shrubbery trimming & clean up Affordable Hauling

Aera

Residential Homes

Ron Massa

INSIDE: *Bath *Kitchen's *Plumbing *Electrical, *Drywall *Paint *Tile & Windows

BIG SP

303.503.9798

Heating • Electrical Air Conditioning

Free Estimates • Reliable Licensed • Bonded Insured • Senior Discount

HOME REPAIRS

SHORTY'S LANDSCAPING "???Need Lawn Mowing???"

303-274-9349.

12 years exp.

Affordable, Insured, FREE est.

Landscaping, aerating, sprinkler installs, makeovers & more! www.shortyslandscaping.com

We take what your trash man won't.

Branches, mattresses, appliances, reasonable rates & prompt service 720-333-6832

—

su

A

Trash & Junk Removal

Bob’s Home Repairs

HANDYMAN

Olson Landscaping & Design

Call Bernie 303.347.2303

kes Ma All odels &M

AFFORDABLE

Get a jump on sprinG projects!

New installs, yard make-overs, retaining walls, sod, sprinkler systems, flagstone, decorative rock. For all your landscape needs call Richard at 720-297-5470.

Licensed, insured, Member BBB.

Free estimates 7 days a Week

303-425-0066 303-431-0410

All types of repairs.

Reasonable rates 30yrs Exp. 303-450-1172

Joh

You Call - I Haul Basement, Garages, Houses, Construction, Debris, Small Moves

trash hauling

250 195 INSTALLED

720-203-7385

Deck/Patio

Garage Doors

$

Electrical Work All types. Honest and reliable, licensed & ins.

Free estimates.

Craig (303)429-3326

Bob Bonnet 720-530-7580

Quality Fencing at a DiscountPrice Wood, Chain Link, Vinyl, Orna-iron, New Install and Repairs.

Owner Operated since 1989 Call Now & Compare!

303-450-6604

303.424.3898

Radiant Lighting Service **

Residential Specialist Over 30 years experience Quality Work

DISCOUNT FENCE CO

• Troubleshooting Experts • Licensed & Insured Since “1976” • New, Repair, Replace • Military & Senior - 10% Discount • Whole House Surge Protection

All types, licensed & insured.

Honest expert service.

Free estimates.

Old Pro Window Cleaning

Commercial & Residential All types of cedar, chain link, iron, and vinyl fences. Install and repair. Serving all areas.

Low Prices.

FREE Estimates.

720-434-7822 or 303-296-0303

We Specialize in All Residential Drywall Needs

Driveways, Stamped & Color Concrete, Steps, Walkways, Basement, Garage Floors, Porches, Tareout & Repair, Patios. Free Est. 7 Days WK 720-327-8618

Call Today for a free quote

D & D FENCING

" $Reasonable$"

A PATCH TO MATCH

FBM Concrete LLC.

NU-LOOK

Hauling Service

Drywall

25+ yrs. Experience Best Rates • References Free Estimates • 303-451-0312 or 303-915-1559 www.gandeconcrete.com

Free Estimates 17 Years Experience Licensed & Insured Driveways, patios, stamp & colored concrete.

All kinds of flat work.

Let us do good work for you!

(720)217-8022

Restoration Professional

• Repairs • Sanding • Pressure Washing • Stain • Paint & Seal • FREE ESTIMATES • APRIL – 15% Off Refinishing

Commercial Flatwork • Driveways • Patios • Walks • Garages • Foundations • Colored & Stamped Concrete • Tearout/Replace

303-505-2596

A continental flair

FRee eStimateS

G& E Concrete • Residential &

Call us today to schedule your appointment

Cleaning

Pergolas

Concrete, Inc.

303.350.0890 / 303.997.5606 billy.w.floors@gmail.com

• Restore • Wood • Repair • Composite • Replace • Since 1993

Fence Services

Spr y

House Cleaning Gloria's Hands on Cleaning

is here to take care of your lawn & landscaping needs!

Reliable, 25 years in business, personal touch, spring cleaning.

Weekly, bi-weekly, once a month

Aeration • Power Raking • Lawn Mowing Lawn Maintenance • Landscaping Spring Clean-Up • Gutter clean-out.

We are Licensed & Insured

Servicing the Metro North and Metro West areas

Call Bruce – 720-298-6067

303-456-5861

brucesnolimitservice.com

Mo

Al

18-Color

18 North Jeffco Westsider Lawn/Garden Services

April 19, 2013 Painting

Plumbing

Columbine Custom Contracting & Sprinkler Service • Sprinkler Start Ups $40 • Aerations $40 • Fertilization $30 • Power Rakes $60 & Up • Fence Repair & Painting • Clean Up / Tree service • Laminate/Hardwood Floors • Licensed Plumber

Tony 720-210-4304 SWEET’S LANDSCAPING & Lawn Maintenance Mowing, aeration, fertilize, tree & shrub trim. Planting & Spring cleanup.

Free estimates 28 yrs exp.

Long lasting Specialty Services interior & exterior Over 40 yrs. experience References and guarantee available.

Call Frank

303.420.0669 Commercial • Residential Apartments • Warehouse Deck • Fence Interior • Exterior Repairs • Remodels Only use top quality products Free Estimates

Repair or Replace: Faucets, Toilets, Sinks, Vanity, Dishwashers, Water Heater, Broken Pipes, Spigot/Hosebib, Drain Cleaning, Disposals etc. Sprinkler StartUp/Repair/Installation. Swamp Cooler Start-Up/Repair.

Call West Tech (720)298-0880

RALPH’S & JOE’S AFFORDABLE

303-467-3166 APEXPAINT@COMCAST.NET

Call Greg

303-345-8532

EPA CERTIFIED

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

Weekly Mowing Aeration Fertilizing Hedge Trim Maintenance

John | 303-922-2670

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

References 303-466-4752

Notice … Check Internet Reviews before hiring anyone.

INSURED QUALITY PAINTING All American Paint Company “American quality, painting done right!”

Interior & Drywall Repair Exterior All brush & Roll No money down, Free estimates 20 years Colorado Business 303-370-0446 303.870.8434 — WEEKLY MOWING —

1ST MOW FREE with summer commitment for new customers

125

BIG DOG SPECIAL

PLUMBING, SPRINKLER & SWAMP COOLERS. FREE INSTANT QUOTE.

$

Aeration, Fertilization & Power Raking

LITTLE DOG SPECIAL

65

$

Aeration & Fertilization Combo Yard Cleanup, Aeration, Fertilizer, Shrub Trimming

www.denverlawnservices.com Established 2000

Plumbing

303-420-2880

Reasonable Rates:

*Lawn Maint: Leaf Cleanup, Tree & Bush Trimming/Removal.

Firewood for sale Del. avail. *Hauling: trash, old fencing, debris. *Gutter cleaning. *Storm Damage Cleanup. Refs.

Servicing the West and North areas Mark: 303.432.3503

Misc. Services

STAIRLIFTS INSTALLED

with a Warranty Starting at $1575

WALK-IN-TUBS Starting at $2995

Insured & Bonded

Family Owned & Operated. Low Rates.

Plumbing & Construction • Basement Finish • Kitchen Remodel • Bath Remodel • Decks • Tile • Master Plumber • Repair Installation • Drain Cleaning • New Construction • Water Heater

JACK BISHOP Owner Operator

303.204.0522

Remodeling

GREENE'S REMODELING

Anchor Plumbing

Bathroom/kitchen remodeling, repair work, plumbing leaks, water damage. No job too small Window replacement.

Serving Jeffco since 1970 (303)237-3231

• Hot Water Heat • Forced Air • Water Heaters • Kitchens • Baths • Service Repair • Sprinkler Repair •

Rocky Mountain Contractors

Residential:

(303) 961-3485 Licenced & Insured

Bryon Johnson

• Lawn Maintenance •Aerating & Fertilizing, •Power Raking • Landscape •Sod & Rock Work • Res. & Comm. • Fully Insured.

Offering Free Fall aerating & fertilizing with a new mowing pkg. (mowing in select areas)

Your experienced Plumbers.

Master Plumber • All plumbing repairs & replacement • Bathroom remodels • Gas pipe installation • Sprinkler repair

~ Licensed & Insured ~

303.979.0105 AA Rocky Mountain Rooter & Plumbing Professional Service - WITHOUT Professional Prices Licensed * Insured * Bonded Free Est. Over 25yrs exp.

Local family owned company 303-960-5215

FRONT RANGE PLUMBING

303.451.1971

Commercial/Residential

For all your plumbing needs

Home Remodeling Specialists, Inc. * Bath * Kitch Remodels * Bsmt Finishes * Vinyl Windows * Patio Covers * Decks 30+ yrs. exp.

George (303)252-8874

Roofing/Gutters A Hermanʼs ROOFING Hail Damage? Wind Damage? New Roof, Re-Roof, Repairs, Residential - Commercial Family owned for Over 46 Years. Call today for free estimate. (303)293-3131

Andy & Bob's Roofing/Gutters

All types roofs-installs, repairs and certifications. Aluminum seamless gutters.

Since 1952 (303)984-0481

Re-Roof • Repair Roof Certifications Free Estimates Let us inspect your roof and see what minor repairs can be performed to prolong the life of your roof.

Mention this ad and get a gutter clean and flush for $95.00 Colorado natives – Arvada-based company 5790 Yukon St., Suite 111 Arvada, CO 80002 720-399-0355/ 720-352-9310

• Water Heaters • Plumbing Parts SENIOR DISCOUNTS FREE ESTIMATES in the metro area

Licensed and Insured

Call Us Today! 720-545-9222

www.frontrangeplumbing.com

Motorcycle Repair Spring is coming – Need your carbs cleaned?

Motorcycle/ATV Service & Repair

All Makes and Models Small engine repair also

Fisher Cycle Works Call Fish Fisher at:

720-308-0425

dirty jobs done dirt cheap Drain Cleaning & Plumbing Repairs

720-308-6696 www.askdirtyjobs.com

Drains as low as $75.00 * Free phone Quotes Residential/Commercial * Water Heaters * Drain Cleaning * Remodels/New Construction * Gas Lines * Garbage Disposals

Roofing:

Shingles, Flat Roofs, Roof Leak Repairs.

35 years of experience.

Free estimates.

Butch Metzler (303)422-8826

19-Color North Jeffco Westsider 19

April 19, 2013

ourcolorado

SERVICES TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Seasonal

Sprinklers

Tree Service

Just Sprinklers Inc Licensed and Insured

For local news any time of day, find your community online at

OurColoradoNews.com

Affordable Rates

Now offering

Residential /Commercial

Aeration, spring yard clean ups, fertilizing, weed control, lawn mowing, custom trimming of small trees, and bushes All your landscaping needs Call Jim or Shannon Keepinitgreeninc.com pooper scooper services

• System Startup • Install, Repair

• Service & Renovations

System Startup $35.00

Free Estimates

Senior Discounts

Stephen D Williams 25 Plus Years Exp justsprinklers@comcast.net

(303) 425-6861 Bus Phone (720) 309-1195 Cell Phone

Siding

Never Side Your House Again!

Family Owned & Operated

Tree Service A-1 Stump Removal

ABE’S TREE & SHRUB CARE

Stump grinding specialist.

Most stumps $75.00 $35 Minimum.

Free estimates.

Licensed & Insured 32 yrs exp. Firewood

Call Terry 303-424-7357

Abraham Spilsbury Owner/Operator

• Pruning • Removals • Shrub Maintenance • FreeEstimates

Majestic Tree Service 720-231-5954

Certified Arborist,Insured, Littleton Resident

Tree & Shrub Trimming, Tree Removal Fence Installation Stump Grinding Free Estimates

720.283.8226 C:720.979.3888

Tile

• James Hardie Siding • 30 yr warranty • Concrete fiber siding with prefinished colors • Wood siding also available Ask about 5-10% discount

Windows and Doors

Call Ray for free estimates • Licensed & Insured 20 years in business in Metro area

A Tree Stump Removal Company

Rocky Mountain Superior Finishes LLC Alvin Ray Hedrick • 720-849-1338 Alvin.Hedrick1@gmail.com

We are community.

Your Community Connector to Boundless Rewards

Tree Service JAY WHITE Tree Service Serving with pride since 1975 Tree & shrub trimming & removals, firewood.

Call Jay (303)278-7119

We offer tree removal, brush, mulch and root chasing in addition to stump removal.

We also have firewood available!

Call today for your Free Estimate.

(720)234-3442

Please Recycle this Publication when Finished

Spring Is Here!

Brighten up your home with new windows!

RINO Remodeling

Affordable windows and home remodeling of all kinds. Call Tomas at 303-809-3957 for a free estimate.

Based in Arvada.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GUIDE For Local News Anytime of the Day Visit Bankruptcy, Divorce, OurColoradoNews.com

A QUALITY HANDYMAN SERVICE

Philip J. Vadeboncoeur

Affordable Home Repairs At Your Fingertips FREE ESTIMATES, ALL WORK GUARANTEED

Attorney At Law

Custom Bathrooms & Kitchens, Electrical,Plumbing, & General Repairs

Complete Home Remodeling

Ron Massa

720-422-2532

Owner

Licensed - Bonded - Insured

Pursue The Highest Quality As Company

Vadeboncoeur Law Office, LLC 12600 W. Colfax Ave., Suite C-400 Lakewood, Colorado 80215

Office 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 35 Years Experience

Commercial & residential concrete flatwork, Pavers, Drainage Systems and Retaining Walls.

• Senior & Military Discounts • Call today for a free estimate

(720) 224-7590

Mathew L. Connoly, Owner

visit us at progressivedriveway.com

Office: 303.469.9893 11270 W. 102nd Ave. Cell: 303.995.9067 Broomfield, CO 80021 email: matatski@aol.com

$AVE MONEY AND WATER

Quality Work Low Prices Senior Discounts Gary (303)987-2086

Fast, friendly service.

All work guaranteed!

303-523-5859 Discover Watervale Homes

Green Building Since 1986

> LIVE

Sandi

RE G

7475 W. 5th Ave., Unit 150H. Lakewood, CO 80226 Automotive • Residential • Commercial Screens • Tabletops • Patio Doors • RV Glass

Professional Installations & Repairs.

Lifetime Warranty +SOD INSTALLATION

G

Save $100 dollars with mention of this ad.

Licensed & Insured We are not happy unless you are!

THE GLASS RACK

ATERVALE HOMES READ > CONNECT > LEARN

Payment plans available

LLC

• Industrial • Residential • Commericial • Free Estimates • Licensed • Fully Insured • Senior Discount

Rep Save Money-Proven Results-Guaranteed Nancy Local and Trusted Client The Glass All types of Home Construction andRack Remodeling Papers Build-We Satisfy We Listen-We Mile High Classifieds Free consultation-Call today

Free Initial Consultation

PROGRESSIVE & Concrete DRIVEWAY Concepts .

Classic Concrete Inc. Spring Time Special!

303-232-0878

vadeboncoeurlaw.com

Interior - Exterior - Kitchens - Baths - Basements Additions - Master Suites - Decks - Doors - Windows Siding - Roofing

Save $25 on any work over $100 Contact Mark at

Senio Discou r nt

Criminal Defense

Painting

Quality Work • Reasonable Rates • Free Estimate

720•273•8064

www.greglellpainting.com

Commercial • Custom Homes • Residential • Interiors • Exteriors • Decks Major Credit Cards Accepted

To advertiseAdvertiser your business here Authorization call 303-566-4089 FAX: 303-468-2592 Ask for Viola • Fax: 303-566-4098

Comment

Pf 1

QC: _________

Size

Svc Guide

REP: _________

4-12-12

EPS’d: ________

Pub date

Comments to Tina:

PH: 303-279-5599 ext 228 tinameltzer@milehighnews.com

This proof must be returned to your ad rep at Mile High Newspapers within stated deadline time, or the

will assume the ad is correct as originally produced. Please contact us at 303-279-5541.

303-216-2116 • Publisher www.watervalehomes.com

North Jeffcolife 20-LIFE-b&w

20 North Jeffco Westsider April 19, 2013

H “D peak ble th throu num thing in th serve Illum Fo men go to fligh airpo

More

Laugh lady pitches pilot

Edgar Degas, Heads of a Man and Woman, c. 1877-78 Courtesy photos

Impressions of an impressionist Works of Edgar Degas come to Golden

By Clarke Reader

creader@ourcoloradonews.com

W

hen people hear the term “impressionist art” many may think of the vivid lily ponds of Claude Monet or the still lives of Pierre-Auguste Renoir, but the drawings and painting of Edgar Degas were just as crucial to the movement.

The Foothills Art Center, 809 Fifteenth St. in Golden, is hosting Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist: Works on Paper by the Artist and His Circle, which showcases some

Edgar Degas, Mary Cassat at the Louvre — The Paintings Gallery, c. 1879-80

of Degas’ sketches, photos and other works.

The exhibit will be on display through June 30, Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“We are honored to provide an opportunity for visitors to experience Degas, one of the fathers of Impressionism, with these beautiful and thought-provoking works,” said Executive Director, Reilly Sanborn. “We anticipate we will once again have a recordbreaking number of visitors, from across the state and beyond, in our galleries.”

All the works on display — including works by Mary Cassatt, Paul Cezanne, JeanLéon Gérôme, Jean-August-Dominique Ingres, Gustav Moreau and Henri de Toulouse Lautrec, who were all members of the Impressionist movement — come from the collection of Robert Flynn Johnson, a private collector from San Francisco.

Johnson was a museum curator for 32 years, and started collecting works by Degas during that period.

“This collection is really comes from three things — desire, circumstance and luck,” he said. “The desire is that I became such a fan of Degas as a student.”

The circumstance that allowed Johnson to build his collection is the fact that Degas sold only works that he had to, and held on to as many of his own works as possible.

When he died in 1917 his executors had to hold four estate sales to sell all his works.

What this means for an art collector like Johnson is that while his famous works are out of the normal person’s price range, many of these less known works and early versions can be purchased for a more reasonable price.

“I collected against the market — so many people were after his ballerina works, but I focused on sketches, portraits and figure studies,” he said.

The luck that helped Johnson was the connections he’d made in the art dealer world that allowed him to purchase many of these works.

Johnson said that people coming to the exhibit to see Degas’ most famous works will not find them, but will instead get a glimpse into who he was as a personality and an individual. Through the drawings, prints and photographs — including his early sketches

Wende Curtis, owner of Comedy Works in LoDo and south in the Landmark development, is peddling a six-minute “sizzle reel” for a reality TV series about her crazy Comedy Works world.

“The working title is called ‘Comedy Works’,” said Curtis, who wouldn’t divulge where or to whom she’s pitching the pilot project. “The principal characters are me, Lucy (her four-legged child), Jeff, our GM of the south club, and an assistant who is a sexy little 20-something who wants to break into comedy.

“There are a few more (characters) slated to be introduced early on, but there’s only so much to get across in six minutes!

We’ve gotten some strong feedback from the business; now let’s see if we can sell it.”

Curtis said her motivation for exploring the reality TV possibilities was primarily financial.

“Money inspired me ... to get out from underneath my debt faster!” she said.

Presidential project

Want to show former President Jimmy Carter and first lady Rosalynn Carter what you would do if you had a hammer? Would you hammer in the morning? Hammer in the evening? All over this land?

A few lucky folks will be chosen to work alongside the Carters during the 2013 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project for Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver from Oct. 6 through 11.

This is the 30th anniversary of the presidential Habitat for Humanity event, and Denver is one of three cities in the U.S. getting the special project.

Volunteers will build 11 new townhomes and repair up to 15 existing homes in Denver’s Globeville neighborhood.

For more information, visit www.habitatmetrodenver.org.

Makes sense

Edgar Degas and William Thornley, La Chanteuse, c.

1888-89 of works on display at the Louvre — visitors will really get a sense of his evolution and style.

Johnson said that sharing the works he’s collected is part of his duty as a collector — he sees himself as a custodian of the work.

“I think I’m doing right by Degas by having his works out and appreciated by the public,” he said. “It’s springtime in the Rockies, and Edgar Degas is in Golden - you can’t make that any better.”

For more information on the exhibit, call 303-279-3922 or visit www.foothillsartcenter. org.

If you go WHAT: Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist: Works on Paper by the Artist and His Circle WHERE: Foothills Art Center 809 Fifteenth St., Golden

WHEN: Through June 30 Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

COST: Free INFORMATION: 303-279-3922 or visit www.foothill-

sartcenter.org

When the creative team behind the musical interpretation of Jane Austen’s classic novel “Sense & Sensibility” first presented their idea to Tony-nominated director Marcia Milgrom Dodge, she thought they were kidding.

How could Austen’s iconic 1811 work of romantic fiction possibly translate into a piece for musical theater?

But the team convinced Milgrom Dodge, who fell in love with the formidable project. The result made its world premiere April 5 in Denver Center’s Stage Theatre.

The result is a whimsical romp through the lives and loves of the Dashwood sisters, who go from riches to rags after the death of their father.

The sisters and their mother move to Barton Cottage in Devonshire, near the home of her cousin, Sir John Middleton.

It’s at Barton where a series of tangled romances finally straighten themselves out.

The exciting production values include sets that slide on and off stage or emerge from below or descend into trap doors.

“Sense & Sensibility the Musical” runs through May 26. Tickets: 303-893-4100 or www.denvercenter.org.

DIA’s design delights

“USA Today” recently included Denver International Airport in its list of the “world’s most beautiful airports.”

Parker continues on Page 21

Th Denv reme spot 2000 the p Af othe Calif chef rant.

Curt leave the D Sh spac Bistr Hone “W

t

orks vele azy

y lge lot me, GM o is o

21 North Jeffco Westsider 21

April 19, 2013

Parker Continued from Page 20

Here’s what the story said: “Denver International Airport’s iconic peaked fiberglass roof is meant to resemble the Rocky Mountains. Interior details throughout the airport have sparked numerous conspiracy theories — everything from supposed Templar markings in the floors to the theory that the airport serves as the secret headquarters for the Illuminati.”

For more of the story, plus recommended Denver sights worth seeing, go to www.usatoday.com/story/travel/ flights/2013/04/07/worlds-most-beautifulairports/2056899/.

More restaurant scoops

Those of you who’ve been around the Denver dining scene since the 1990s might remember Michael’s, a former fine dining spot at 2710 E. Third Ave. that lasted until 2000 when chef/owner Michael Shiell sold the place and relocated to The Big Apple.

After a chef stint there, he headed to the other coast as a restaurant consultant in California. But he longed to get back to his chef self, and to again own his own restaurant. Shiell got his wish when Lime owners Curt Sims and Pam Savage decided to leave Larimer Square and set up shop in the Denver Pavilions.

Shiell leased the below-ground level space in a Larimer Square courtyard (near Bistro Vendome), and will open Milk & Honey Bar Kitchen (he hopes) in August.

“We chose the old Lime spot because

... well ... it’s Larimer Square, and I always love those tucked-away little gems personally when I go out,” Shiell said. He was particularly attracted to the large belowground patio, which he plans to decorate with numerous flowers and plants similar to his Bistro Vendome neighbor.

The “contemporary American” cuisine includes appetizers such as yellow fin tuna tartar, roast hen and foie gras terrine, rabbit rilette and honey-soy lacquered pork belly.

Entrée selections vary from butterpoached halibut, roast French hen, crispy duck breast and veal osso buco. Farther west as part of the Union Station redevelopment, Zoe Ma Ma, an Asian eatery with a location in Boulder, will open in the former south parking lot on 16th and Wynkoop. The menu features Dim Sum, noodle and rice dishes and daily specials. “We use organic unbleached wheat flour, all-natural meats, cage-free eggs and wind power,” the menu says. “We don’t use MSG.” Check out the complete menu at www. zoemama.com.

Moving east from LoDo to Uptown, Pitch Coal-Fire Pizzeria is slated to open on 19th and Pennsylvania with another Marg’s taco joint opening across the street next month.

Marg’s World Taco Bistro, which has Denver locations in Cherry Creek North and LoDo, serves soft tacos with unusual fillings, housemade guacamole, chips and salsa. Complete menu at www.margstacobistro.com.

Pitch Coal-Fire Pizzeria, with one store in Omaha, Neb., is expanding into the Denver market. Pitch is the brainchild of Willy Theisen, the founder of Godfather’s

The Wheat Ridge Police Department is sponsoring the third annual Children’s Day on April 27. Scheduled for 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Wheat Ridge 5-8 School, 7101 W. 38th Ave., the family-friendly event is designed to introduce parents and children to members of the Wheat Ridge police department.

The event will include free bike inspections, child ID kits and car-seat checkups.

The child safety fair will include a bike rodeo for all kids, face painting, jumping castles, a miniature fire truck and an appearance by Cheezo, the Internet safety program’s mascot. A Flight for Life helicopter also will make a landing at noon.

Replacement car seats will be available for a donation. Parents just need to be sure

Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.pennyparker.blacktie-colorado.com. She can be reached at parkerp1953@gmail.com or at 303-619-5209.

We are located at 1605 W. 106th Ave., Northglenn.

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA)

For more information about church and all other services offered, feel free to contact us at 303-452-5120. See You There!

Risen Savior Lutheran Church 3031 W. 144 Ave. - Broomfield • 303-469-3521 or www.rslc.org

Worship 8:00 am & 10:45 am Sunday School 9:30 am 11040 Colorado Blvd.

th

(across from Thornton Rec. Center)

Come worship with us!

LCMS

Sunday Worship 8:00 am, 9:30 am & 11:00 am

Sunday School & Adult Classes 9:20 am - 10:40 am

303-457-2476 www.stjohns05@gmail.com

Is Your Church in the Worship Directory?

ect ver

Rates: • 2” x 1” – $20/week • 2” x 2” – $27/week • 4” x 1” – $27/week • ad renews every 4 weeks

nt, U.S.

Call 303.566.4089 and ask for Viola Ortega Job #: 31792-32 Size: 6.78" x 6" Pub: Colorado Community Media

mes

Bring this ad to your appointment and receive a FREE 2 week trial of Phonak hearing technology.

muassic ted Marwere

At New Leaf Hearing Clinic we are committed to excellent service and warranties because we understand that hearing aids are an important investment.

k of oa

“

Julie L. Raney, M.S. CCC-A Certified Audiologist

Julie Raney is an expert in her field. She has been my audiologist for the last seven years and I can honestly say that I have not had any better in the twenty five years that I have worn hearing aids.

- S.B.

“

ge 21

Kids’ day in Wheat Ridge

My former Rocky Mountain News and Denver Post colleague Sam Adams hosted a gang of VIP supporters during a booksigning April 10 at Comedy Works South.

Adams, who penned his first book “If You Don’t Believe Me ... Lessons Learned From Listening to the Greats,” thanked gathered guests for guiding him through his journey as an insurance company employee to a freelance high-school sportswriter for The Denver Post to a full-time position as a sportswriter to columnist to stand-up comedian and now author.

In the book, published by Books to Believe In (www.bookstobelievein.com), Adams recalls close encounters of the celebrity kind including John Elway, Bill Cosby, Sugar Ray Leonard, John “Buck” O’Neil of the Negro Leagues, Floyd Little, Magic Johnson, Quincy Jones, James Caan and on and on ... Adams admits to being a notorious name-dropper around friends.

It’s an interesting memory walk down the lane of a life well lived ($20, www. amazon.com).

There are choirs for every age and musical ability. Small group fellowships that meet weekly and monthly, a licensed pre-school program with a record of 39 plus years of excellence. As well as a Sunday school program for children, youth and adults.

work

e

Adams at Comedy Works

Local comedian Bob Meddles is producing a series of monthly comedy nights at West Woods Golf Course in Arvada, beginning with a May 1 performance, starting at 7:30 p.m., featuring national touring comedian Bryan Keller (Comedy Central and “Last Comic Standing”) and another local comic, Talon Saucerman.

The monthly event will be performed in the intimate setting of West Woods Bar & Grill. Seating is available for 62 people, so tickets will be limited. Tickets are $12 and available at www.comedynightatwestwoods-es2005.eventbrite.com/?rank=1# (keyword: west woods). West Woods Golf Course is at 6655 Quaker St. in Arvada.

We invite you to join us in worship on Sundays.

An inspirational traditional service is offered at 9 AM on Sunday.

my what ould in

o e n. rout. ude ge . ns or

Comedy in Arvada

Northglenn United Methodist Church

om

able miere e. ugh ters, ath

to have both your child and your vehicle with you. For more information, contact officer Betsy Sailor at 303-235-2910.

MetroNorth Worship Directory

here’s es! m l it.” ring y

bi-

Pizza who sold the operation in 1983 for millions of dollars. Check it out at www. pitchpizzeria.com.

WE’VE trimmed OUR PRICES SO YOU CAN SAVE MORE GREEN SUMMER IS COMING . . . ARE YOU READY?

SAVE

Upgrade your old equipment and save big on one of the most energy-efficient systems on the market today—a Lennox® Home Comfort System. Plus, you can take advantage of Federal Tax Credits and local utility rebates!

UP TO

$2,820

303-639-5323

LEnnoX® HIGH-EffICIEnCy HoME CoMforT SySTEM

Up to $1,200 in rebates* from Lennox or 12 months deferred interest financing** Up to $500 in Federal Tax Credits Up to $1,120 in local utility rebates Up to 50% savings on energy bills† 3-year 100% Satisfaction Guarantee or your MonEy BACK H u r r y, o f f E r E n d S J u n E 1 4 , 2 0 1 3

303.427.4841

Inc.

8721 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite C Arvada, CO 80003 www.newleafhearing.com

Color(s): BW Bleed?: N Branch: 139-DENVER

ServiceExperts.com

Follow us on: WE SERVICE ALL MAKES AND MODELS, 24/7

Promo code: 31792-32

© 2013 Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning LLC. Service Experts and the Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning logo and design are registered or common law trademarks of Service Experts LLC. Offers cannot be combined with any other offers. Some restrictions apply. Call for details. *Maximum rebates valid only on qualifying Lennox® high-efficiency heating and air conditioning system purchase on or before June 14, 2013. System rebate amounts from $300–$1,200. **With approved credit; see ServiceExperts.com for full financing terms and conditions. Federal Tax Credit available only on qualifying high-efficiency equipment; see ServiceExperts.com for details. Utility rebates subject to local utility company guidelines; rebates might not be available in all areas; call for details. †Potential savings may vary depending on age and condition of equipment, personal lifestyle, system settings, equipment maintenance, and installation of equipment and duct system.

MS-023833 31792-32-serx-NP 139 CO Community Media 6.78x6.indd 1

3/5/13 4:55 PM

22

22 North Jeffco Westsider

BCC closes the 2012 budget Year-end figures show savings along with dwindling reserves

By Glenn Wallace

gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com Finalized 2012 Jeffco budget numbers were better than expected but will still drew on reserves.

The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday saw the county’s “2012 Budget Status — Year End” report approved. The budget was first presented to the Board of County Commissioners

by Budget Director Tina Caputo at its April 9 briefing, before being officially accepted and adopted a week later.

“We pretty much hit the nail on the head for revenue projections,” Caputo told the commissioners at the briefing.

Total county revenue for 2012 came in at $467.7 million, compared to the county’s projections of $473.3 million. Caputo said continued softness in property tax revenue was offset by $2.1 million in higher-thanexpected sales tax.

The ending figures also indicated thrift within county government as departments managed to save $5.7 million.

Postponed or canceled capital improvement projects also saved the 2012 ledgers $65.7 million.

Caputo identified the Library Department and The Clerk and Recorder as having particularly good years, staying well under budget.

The Sheriff’s Department had the unbudgeted costs of managing the Lower North Fork Fire, presidential candidate visits, a couple of high profile murders to investigate, and several large retirement payouts. Caputo said the Sheriff’s Department still managed to only go over budget by 1 percent.

In less positive news, multiple departments still ended up dipping into fund balances last year.

“We’re burning cash like crazy,” District 3 County Commissioner Donald Rosier said.

The Social Services Fund, for instance, was not depleted last year, because it is virtually empty already.

Out of the current $5.8 million in the fund, $5.1 million is designated as reserved or restricted money.

“This is a fund that is going to see challenges for the next few years,” Caputo said.

Overall, Caputo said most budget overages will be covered by General Fund contingency funding, leaving a $7.1 million fund transfer request to balance the 2012 books.

The commissioners have no break from budget considerations. District 2 Commissioner Casey Tighe reminded his peers that extra mid-year funding requests seemed to come before the board weekly, and that meetings to discuss the county’s 2014 budget were about to begin.

SCHOOL NOTES Briana Swanson Briana Swanson, of Westminster, earned the dean’s citation for academic excellence in the Monfort College of Business at the University of Northern Colorado for the Denver;Lakeside Heating & A/C Inc.;C09239;6.78x6 (b1) 2012 fall semester.

April 19, 2013

YOUR WEEK & MORE

THURSDAY/APRIL 18

FRIDAY/APRIL 19

TRAVEL SERIES See digital slides of water buffalo, elephants, giraffes, lions, leopards, rare birds, and more at the African Safari travel series, from 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Join presenter Bob Barber, a professional outdoor photographer and Arvada Park Advisory Committee member, for an armchair tour of the southern Africa’s unique animal life.

Open to ages 10 and older. Visit www. arvada.org/nature.

BLOOD DRIVE St. Anthony North Hospital community blood drive is from 8-9:40 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Friday, April 19, in the Aspen Room at 2551 W. 84th Ave., Westminster. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www. bonfils.org.

CASA 101 Learn how to help make a difference in the life of an abused and neglected child through Court Appointed Special Advocates of Adams and Broomfield counties. The CASA 101 information session is from 6-7:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 18, at Adams County Economic Development Corp., 12200 Pecos St., Suite 100, Westminster. CASA staff members and volunteers will speak with guests about the program. CASA’s next volunteer training class begins in May 2013. For information or to RSVP, visit www.casa17th.org or call Priscilla Gonzales at 303-655-3918.

SPIRITUAL INTELLIGENCE Living

Water Spiritual Community, 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada, hosts a seven-week discussion group based on the book, “SQ21: The Twenty One Skills of Spiritual Intelligence” by Cindy Wigglesworth.

The group starts April 18. Explore and develop our ability to bring authentic inner peace to our daily life. Call 720935-3999 or visit www.livingwaterunity.org.

ROCKIES BASEBALL Catch the Rock-

ies take on the New York Mets at 1:10 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Snacks are available for a small fee.

AMERICAN BANDSTAND In honor of Dick Clark, the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, is having its own version of American Bandstand at noon Thursday, April 18.

Enjoy lunch followed by musical entertainment and dancing. Register with payment by April 16. Call 303-425-9583.

SOCIAL SECURITY Do you have questions about Social Security? Attend “Untangling Social Security” from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at APEX Park and Recreation District, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Speaker is Jo-Ann Holst. Space is limited; RSVP at 720-287-5880 or www.FUELFinancial. net.

CHILD SAFETY The Dojo of Karate, 12910 Zuni St., Ste. 200, Westminster, will offer a free 45-minute child safety course for children ages 5 and older from 6:15-7 p.m. Friday, April 19. Contact The Dojo of Karate at 303-920-4500 or visit thedojoofkarate.com.

TEA PARTY As part of the Festive

Friday Series, Master Gardener Rosie Garner will present information on gardening in Colorado after everyone has afternoon tea. Event is at 1 p.m.

Friday, April 19, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. RSVP at 303-450-8801.

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/APRIL 19-20 BOOK/FRAME SALE A used book and picture frame sale is planned from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, April 19, and Saturday, April 20, at St. Martha’s Episcopal Church, 4001 W. 76th, Westminster.

FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY/APRIL 19-21, APRIL 24-26, APRIL 28 YOUTH THEATER Northglenn Youth Theatre presents Alice in Wonderland at 7 p.m. April 19-20, 26; at 2 p.m. April 21, 28; and at 10 a.m. April 24-25, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive. The journey of Alice through the mirror to the land of bizarre characters and strange “pretzel-logic” is retold in this ingenious adaptation with a great sense of farce and a loving touch of humanity. Sponsored by Scientific & Cultural Facilities District, Northglenn Arts & Humanities Foundation and the city of Northglenn.

SATURDAY/APRIL 20 EARTH DAY Olympics Flex your

muscles and mind during our Earth Day Olympics, from 1-2 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Join the fun competing in a series of Earth Day related games and events. Open to ages 5-12; must register. Visit www.arvada. org/nature.

HORT COUTURE Diana Reavis, of Eason Horticulture, presents “High Fashion Meets Horticulture” from 1-2:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 20, at Echter’s Garden Center, 5150 Garrison St., Arvada.

The Hort Couture collection features gorgeous, sophisticated plants that have the gardening world abuzz with excitement. See what’s new this year and have a sneak peek at what’s in store for the future. Pretty can be practical.

Call 303-424-7979 or visit www.echters. com.

ANTIQUE APPRAISAL Bring your favorite antique to Arvada Historical Society’s antique appraisal from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at the Arvada Flour Mill, 5580 Wadsworth Blvd. Experts from Nostalgia -plus will value your items. A donation per item is requested; two items max per person.

All proceeds benefit Arvada Historical Society projects. Call 303-431-1261 or visit www.arvadahistory.org.

SELF-DEFENSE DOJO of Karate,

12910 Zuni St., Ste. 200, Westminster, will offer a six-hour women’s self-defense class starting at 9 a.m.

Saturday, April 20. The class is open to ages 18 and older. Call 303-920-4500 or visit www.thedojoofkarate.com.

TOWN HALL Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp, D-Arvada, and Sen. Evie Hudak, D-Westminster, will host a town hall meeting from 10:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 20, in the community meeting room at Standley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St., Arvada. Kraft-Tharp and Hudak will focus on the state budget with an emphasis on school finance and the legislative session. Sen. Pat Steadman, D-Denver, will join in the discussion. Steadman is the chair of the Joint Budget Committee and vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee. This is a chance to openly share their ideas, questions and comments with their legislators.

HEALTH FAIR The Broomfield 9Health Fair is planned from 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 20, at United Methodist Church, 545 W. 10th Ave., Broomfield.

The fair is free and open to the public.

Non-medical volunteers are needed; contact Pam Kutchen, fire and life safety education officer for North Metro Fire Rescue District, at 720-887-0404 or pkutchen@northmetrofire.org.

XERISCAPE GARDENING “Beautiful

by Design: The Advantages of Xeriscape Gardening,” presented by David Winger, of Hudson Gardens, is from 9:30-11 a.m.

Saturday, April 20, at Echter’s Garden Center, 5150 Garrison St., Arvada. Xeriscape gardening is more than rocks and gravel. Learn about the basic concept

and discover the beautiful and durable plants that perform beautifully in our high and dry region. Call 303-424-7979 or visit www.echters.com.

HANGING BASKETS Observe and learn as Echter’s Garden Center specialists demonstrate how to plant hanging baskets from 3-4:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at 5150 Garrison St., Arvada.

Discover the tips and techniques that result in a beautiful finished product, as well as how to care for hanging baskets through the season. Presentation led by Chris Doolittle, annual specialist, and Barb Isaacson, container designer. Call 303-424-7979 or visit www.echters. com.

SATURDAY/APRIL 20; LOOKING AHEAD/MAY 4 5K RUN/WALK Chick-fil-A at Larkridge presents its fourth annual 5k Run/Walk and Kids Dash to benefit local nonprofit A Precious Child in order to help provide basic essentials for disadvantaged and displaced children in the Thornton area.

The run starts at 8 a.m. Saturday, May 4, at Chick-Fil-A at Larkridge, 16670 Washington St., Thornton. Register online at http://bit.ly/12rG9tr through April 20.

LAUNCH PARTY The Brothers Washburn will celebrate the release of their new young adult novel “Pitch Green” at a launch party from noon to 4 p.m.

Saturday, April 20, at Barnes & Noble at Thorncreek Shopping Center, 701 E. 120th Ave., Thornton. Visit PitchGreen. jollyfishpress.com to learn more.

SUNDAY/APRIL 21 ORNAMENTAL GRASSES Ross Shrigley, of Fort Collins Wholesale Nursery, presents “Ornamental Grasses – Catch the Wave” from 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 21, at Echter’s Garden Center, 5150 Garrison St., Arvada. Learn everything you need to know about these beautiful plants will be covered. Learn about different varieties and how to keep them looking their best. Call 303-424-7979 or visit www.echters.com.

ROSES PEGGY Williams, consulting rosarian from the Denver Rose Society, presents “Roses – America’s Favorite Flower” from 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 21, at Echter’s Garden Center, 5150 Garrison St., Arvada. Discover what’s new and the basic care for these very popular plants from an experienced Colorado rosarian. Call 303-424-7979 or visit www.echters.com.

Your Week continues on Page 23

FR Estim Inspe

Engineered for ideal comfort Engineered for ideal and efficiency. comfort and efficiency.

The XC21 air conditioner from Lennox uses precision two-stage technology to deliver ideal comfort, efficiently and quietly.

It operates at a low or a high stage, based on how much cooling your home needs.

Most of the time, it runs at a lower stage, saving you energy and money.

RECEIVE UP TO A $1,200 AND

H YOUTTS I PERM ENT

RESID

ENT

RESID

ON OR N

Share the hunting experience you enjoy with your kids— for less. All hunters 15 and under can get Nebraska deer and turkey permits for only $5.

rebate* when you buy a qualifying Lennox® Home Comfort System.

YOUTH SPRING

Up to $500 in Federal Tax Credits**

$20 OFF ANY REPAIR VALUED AT $100 OR MORE***

Archery Opens March 25 Shotgun Opens April 6

Application Periods Start May 21

Free Installation, Estimates 303-421-3572

GET ALL THE DETAILS AT

www.lakesideheating.com Licensed & Insured, Member BBB Making Your Home More Comfortable Since 1971

OutdoorNebraska.org/5bucks

VOTE NOW! FOR THE

Offer expires June 14, 2013

2013 BEST OF THE BEST

*Rebate offer is valid only with the purchase of qualifying Lennox® products. System rebate offers range from $300 - $1,200. **See dealer for details and visit www.energystar.gov for more information on the credit guidelines. ***Does not apply to trip/diagnostic fee. © 2013 Lennox Industries, Inc.

OurColoradoNews.com/bob Innovation-13Sp-ODD-BW-B1.indd 9

3/7/13 2:04 PM

23 North Jeffco Westsider 23

April 19, 2013

YOUR WEEK: BLOOD DRIVE, CPR CLASSES Continued from Page 22

SUNDAY/APRIL 21, APRIL 28 AUDITIONS THE DJC Youth All-Stars is looking for 9th, 10th

and 11th grade clarinet, tenor sax, trumpet, trombone, tuba, string bass and drum set players. Auditions are from 6:30-9 p.m. Sunday, April 14; from 11:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Sunday, April 21; and from 6:30-9 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at FlesherHinton Music Store, 3936 Tennyson St., Denver. Audition music and recording are posted at www.bandresourcesunlimited. com. Intermediate to advanced jazz experience necessary; weekly rehearsals are on Sundays. For information and audition scheduling, contact ecan11@msn.com or 303-328-7277.

FIRE VS. Police The upcoming Fire vs. Police Bowl, a collaborative effort between North Metro Fire Rescue District, Broomfield Police Department and A Precious Child, is planned for Sunday, April 21, at Chipper’s Lanes, 100 Nickel St., Broomfield. Registration begins at 2:30 p.m. and bowling lasts from 3-6 p.m. All proceeds benefit A Precious Child, a Broomfield-based nonprofit that provides basic essentials,

such as clothing, coats and school supplies, to children living in homeless shelters, foster homes, or facing a huge life challenge and otherwise without access to basic needs. All members of the community are invited to sign up to bowl with either the fire or police; however, space is limited to 120 bowlers. Contact Britta Robinson at Britta@apreciouschild.org or 612-559-1911 for information.

BLOOD DRIVE Crossing Church of the Nazarene community blood drive is from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, April 21, inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 3501 W. 104th, Westminster. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils. org.

GUEST PASTOR Northglenn Methodist Church welcomes the church’s sixth pastor, the Rev. Jim Harris, as the guest speaker on Sunday, April 21. A summer celebration of the 50th anniversary of the church is June 8-9. We hope all members, former members, visitors and community folks will come and enjoy the celebrations.

MONDAY/APRIL 22 COLLEGE PLANNING Joseph D. Clemens will review the challenges of planning for your child’s higher education costs from 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, April 22, at Anythink Wright Farms, 5877 E. 120th Ave., Thornton. Learn different strategies for saving, how college planning fits within a financial plan, and different strategies to help you keep pace with the rising costs of sending your child to college. This presentation will provide you with an independent and unbiased presentation on college planning from the non-profit Financial Planning Association of Colorado and as part of Money Smart Week’s Financial Education and Literacy Campaign. Visit anythinklibraries.org or call 303-405-3200.

TUESDAY/APRIL 23 CPR CERTIFICATION North Metro Fire Rescue District will offer cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator classes from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 23 at the North Metro Fire Station 62, 10550 Huron St., Northglenn.

The cost includes a CPR student workbook and a CPR certifica-

tion card, which is good for two years. For information or to sign up for a class, call 303-452-9910. The classes are open to the public.

LIFETREE CAFÉ Practical ways to tell if someone is telling you the truth will be explored at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, titled “How to Spot a Liar: Secrets From a Former FBI Agent,” features an exclusive filmed interview with FBI counterintelligence officer John Schafer. As a behavioral analyst for the FBI’s National Security Division, Schafer developed deceptiondetection techniques that are now widely used by intelligence and law enforcement agencies. In his interview, Schafer shares key indicators that signal when someone is lying. “There are certain signs—verbal and nonverbal—that indicate lying,” says Schafer. “If you lie to me, I’ll catch you.” Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available.

Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net.

Your Week continues on Page 24

24-Color

24 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

Resident sews comfort into quilts for victims Arvada woman quilts more than 100 blankets for Ralston House children

By Sara Van Cleve

svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com A local woman has turned her passion into a form of comfort for abused children.

Margaret Dodson, 92, of Arvada has sewn nearly her entire life, but it wasn’t until last year she started making childsize quilts from her residence at Exempla Colorado Lutheran Home.

“I love to sew and they let me have my sewing machine,” Dodson said. “I have lots of material and people bring in odds and ends.”

In 2012 Dodson made 106 child-size quilts — all of which her son, Paul Dodson, took over the Ralston House, a nonprofit child advocacy center that provides a safe and comfortable environment for children who have been sexually or physically abused to receive help and tell their story.

The blankets are given to children victims of sexual assault, said Ralston House Executive Director Don Moseley.

“When they come into the medical exam room, instead of having to sit on those white paper covers like at a doc-

Margaret Dodson, 92, of Arvada has sewn most of her life and has quilted more than 100 child-size quilts for Ralston House over the last year. Photo by Sara Van Cleve tor’s office, they get to pick out a blanket they get to take with them,” Moseley said.

“They lay on it for the exam. It’s a real form of comfort.”

Dodson has faced multiple strokes and a heart attack over the past few years, but

continues to sit at her sewing table, focusing on the needle of her sewing machine on a regular basis to help support children facing hard times. “(Helping children) gave me a reason for being here,” she said. “The good Lord

must have planned it that way to keep me going on.”

Paul Dodson said his mother faced various odds and ends with her health, but it didn’t stop her.

“She bounced back and asked for her sewing machine,” Paul said. “She sews and reads vicariously now.”

Dodson said she enjoys being able to use her talent to help children victims.

“I hope it gives them a new lease on life,” Dodson said.

Last year, Dodson was averaging two or three blankets per week. In the beginning of April, she was working on her first two blankets of 2013.

Without the volunteerism and donations of Dodson, the blankets would be an impossible luxury for Ralston House, Moseley said.

“We could never afford them,” Moseley said.

“It’s so nice of her to provide extra comfort to the kids directly. It’s fun to see how excited they are to pick out a blanket. It makes each kid feel special.”

Moseley said he is thankful for what Dodson does.

“She spends a lot of time quilting these blankets, and she makes them so pretty and nice, and gives them away to us to give to the kids,” he said. “We are very appreciative.”

YOUR WEEK: ART, THEATER & PAINTBALL ton. Call 303-405-3200 or visit anythinklibraries.org.

Continued from Page 23

DOG TRAINING Leash walking manners will be taught by the Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, at Li’l Angel Pet Boutique, 1014 S. Gaylord St., Denver. Walking on leash is not natural for dogs.

We have to teach them what is expected and make it something they want to do. We’ll help you teach your dog these things so it is enjoyable for both of you. Registration required at mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or 303-239-0382. Visit www.mishamayfoundation.org. Several dogs will be worked with during the class.

BOOK CLUB Senior book enthusiasts will read and review “Casual Vacancy,” author J.K. Rowling’s first work since her beloved Harry Potter series. The novel focuses on the death of a city official in England, and the town is affected by the subsequent election. The senior book club meets at 1 p.m.

Tuesday, April 23 at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-450-8801 to reserve a copy of the book.

WEDNESDAY/APRIL 24 ART STOP Anythink and Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art have teamed up to bring you an art-making workshop each month. In April, visiting artist Heather Cherry and express yourself through a variety of art media, with the emphasis on creativity and fun, from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, Registration is required and limited to 20 students ages 5-12.

Art stop takes place at Anythink Huron Street, 9417 Huron St., Thornton. Call 303-452-7534 or visit anythinklibraries.org.

DINNER THEATER Enjoy a performance of “Alice in Won-

derland” by the award-winning Northglenn Youth Theatre, followed by a catered meal in the senior center. Event is at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 24, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. RSVP at 303-450-8801.

ESTATE PLANNING As part of Money Smart Week’s Financial Education and Literacy Campaign, this special program will address common misconceptions about estate planning.

Join Joseph D. Celemens as he discusses the basic uses of wills, powers of attorney, and the use of trusts to avoid probate.

We will tie estate planning into your over financial plan and address questions on aging parents, as well. This presentation will provide you with an independent and unbiased presentation on estate planning from the non-profit Financial Planning Association of Colorado. Program is from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at Anythink Wright Farms, 5877 E. 120th Ave., Thorn-

THURSDAY/APRIL 25 NIGHT OUT A friends night out for adults with developmental disabilities is from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, April 25. Meet at FRIENDS Place, 555 Alter St., Suite 19E, Broomfield, and the group will head to the Madcap Comedy Theater to watch an improve show. The material is unscripted, clean, original and interactive. You must sign up no later than Monday, April 22, because tickets need to be purchased in advance. Contact Molly Coufal, Friends of Broomfield evening/social program director, at info@friendsofbroomfield.org or 303-404-0123 for information on costs and to register.

COMING SOON FRIDAY CINEMA Living Water Spiritual Community hosts its Friday cinema night at 7 p.m. April 26. Enjoy an evening of connecting with others who support conscious change using the vehicle of film. Participate in discussions, sharing of viewpoints, life experiences, and a whole lot of fun. Popcorn and candy are available. Discussion will follow the feature presentation. Some films may have language or subject matter unsuitable for children. The church is at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Contact Kay Ford Johnsen at 720-933-4964 or kayfordjohnsEn@aol.com.

COMING SOON/APRIL 26, 28 ROBIN HOOD Colorado ACTS presents a satellite homeschool class production of “Robin Hood,” presented by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Services. Performances are at 7 p.m. Friday, April 26, and 5 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at the Colorado ACTS Theater, 9460 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Visit www. coloradoacts.org or call 303-456-6772 for information and tickets.

COMING SOON/APRIL 27 BAND FESTIVAL Rocky Mountain Brassworks hosts the second annual Rocky Mountain Brass Band Festival at 4 p.m.

April 27 at Mountain Range High School, 12500 Huron St., Westminster. The concert is free, thanks to a grant from the Adams County Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. All seats are general admission; the doors to the auditorium open at 3:30 p.m. Visit www.rockymountainbrassworks.org or contact us at RMBrassworks@live.com or 303-476-0560.

WALK TO school safely The Kidproof I Wanna Walk program

with a Far Infrared Sauna

www.Rocky www.

Rocky Mountain Saunas.com Saunas.com 1-888-358-1270 * LOSE WEIGHT * PAIN RELIEF * DETOXIFY * LIFETIME WARRANTY

Mention this ad & receive

$100 DISCOUNT Visit our office showroom 5400 Ward Road - Bldg 2-201 Arvada, CO 80002

Call for appointment

PAINTBALL AS part of the Recreational Alternative Programming series, youth ages 11-18 can head to Blitz Paintball, where they will get 500 paintballs to take on the competition from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 27. Lunch will follow in the afternoon. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn. org/recxpress to register. Meet at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive.

COMING SOON/APRIL 27, MAY 16, MAY 25

COMING SOON/APRIL 26

SWEAT YOURSELF HEALTHY!

is an active workshop that prepares kids ages 8-11 to walk to and from school safely without direct parental supervision.

The class is offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/ recxpress to register.

ART PROJECT Members of Palatteers Art Club will work with community members of all ages to paint rocks for its Art Rocks community art project. Rock painting will be done from 6-8 p.m. April 17 and May 16 at Northglenn United Methodist Church, 1605 W. 106th Ave., Northglenn; and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 27 and May 25 at Aar River Gallery, 3707 W. 73rd Ave. The painted rocks will be distributed throughout Adams County in public areas such as parks, trails and landscaping around public buildings. The rocks are for public display and not for personal use. They must be donated to the Art Rocks Project. All supplies and instruction will be provided at these public painting events. The rocks will be distributed at a public event in August. Call 303-426-4114 or email to beckyesilver@ aol.com to RSVP. COMING SOON/APRIL 27 AUDITION NOTICE Prairie Playhouse is having auditions from 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 27, for its upcoming production of “The Sound of Music.” No appointments needed; just show up during audition hours at Calvary Chapel, 161 E. Bridge St., Brighton. Prepare a short musical selection in style with the show; actors will sing accapella. Call backs are at noon, if needed, and are by appointment only. Rehearsals will start in May, and the show will be in September. For more details, visit http://www.prairieplayhouse.com/auditions.

COMING SOON/MAY 1 BLOOD DRIVE City of Westminster community blood drive is from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 4800 W. 92nd Ave., Westminster. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org

WORRIED? STRESSED OUT? DEPRESSED? There are answers in this book.

BUY AND READ

DIANETICS

T H E M O D E R N S C I E N C E O F M E N TA L H E A LT H

BY L. RON HUBBARD

May you never be the same again.

PRICE: $20.00 Hubbard Dianetics Foundation 2340 Blake Street, Denver, CO 80205 | (303) 789-7668 dianeticsscientologydenver@gmail.com • www.scientology-denver.org

Horizo TREE PLANTING Sixth-grade students from Peck Elemen- match COMING SOON/MAY 2

tary and the Arvada parks department will celebrate Arbor Day starting at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 2, with their annual tree planting at the Oak Park pavilion, 10530 W. 64th Place, Arvada.

RECURRING EVENTS RECURRING/THROUGH APRIL 20 THEATER SHOW The Player’s Guild at the Festival Playhouse presents “On Golden Pond” from April 5-20 at The Festival Playhouse, 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Call 303-422-4090 or visit www.festivalplayhouse.com for tickets.

Appropriate for all ages.

RECURRING/THROUGH APRIL 30

Le co

Lig Ho phy

ART DISPLAY An opening reception for “The Art of Sandra Davis” is from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, April 13, and you can meet the artist from 1-6 p.m. during Second Saturday Art Walk at Aar River Gallery, 3707 W. 73rd Ave., Westminster. The exhibit By Jo will be on display through April 30; the gallery is open from jman com Wednesday through Saturday.

RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 5; MAY 19

W

NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY Professional photographer Rod Legac

Pilcher will lead this basic photography course (for ages 10 ues to and up) with a twist from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, April 7, to Sunday, Th four p May 5, at and around Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Learn camera parts, how your camera a tou works, proper exposure, color, composition and lighting. A April film or digital camera is required; S.L.R. (Single Lens Relex) victo “W is preferred. Registration is required by March 27; visit www. arvada.org/nature. This class also fulfills the requirements for playe Boy Scout Photography Merit Badge. An optional trip to The made quart Denver Zoon on May 19 is not included in class fee.

RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 22 WILDLIFE ART Discover wild animals from Australia, South America and Africa, from giant lizards and poisonous frogs to deadly snakes. Use a variety of fun art techniques to examine these fascinating inhabitants of our planet. The 8-week session for ages 6-12 meets from 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays from April 3 to May 22 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Register by March 29 at www.arvada. org/nature. Instructor is David Sullivan.

25-Color-Sports

North JeffcoSPORTS

North Jeffco Westsider 25 April 19, 2013

s

p me

varibut it

r her s and

le to . e on

wo or ning two

onad be ouse,

seley

comhow et. It

what

hese retty give ecia-

Horizon’s Makenna Brassard and Legacy’s Kelsey Killean battle for the ball during the squads matchup on April 11.

Legacy soccer continues to roll Lightning top Horizon in physical match

By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews. com WESTMINSTER - A veteran Legacy girls soccer team continues to take care of business.

The Lightning, who graduated four players last season, battled to a tough 2-0 win over Horizon on April 11 to pick up their seventh victory of the season.

“We returned a great group of players from last year’s team that made it to the state tournament quarterfinals,” Legacy coach Da-

vid Castro said. “We also have a strong freshman class.”

That combo has helped the Lightning win seven of their first eight games and four of five in the Front Range League.

Legacy’s lone loss came in a tough 2-1 loss to Fossil Ridge earlier this season.

“Most games in our conference are very physical,” Castro said. “There is a lot at stake every game.”

Playing in a tough FRL, which features three squads ranked in the top five — including Legacy (4-1 FRL) which is currently No. 2.

That physicality was also nothing new in a rivalry game against Horizon, as each squads battled for loose balls. While the Lightning got the win, the Hawks didn’t make it easy.

Legacy’s Madison Stone and Horizon’s Bailey Lucero battle for the ball during the teams matchup on April 11. Photos by Jonathan Maness

“The rivalry certainly plays a part in it,” Castro said.

Freshman Madison Gallegos and senior Michelle Vadeboncoeur each found the back of the net for Legacy. It was the fifth game in Vadeboncoeur has scored this season.

The Lightning also cruised to a 2-0 win over Mountain Range on April 4.

It was the fifth consecutive loss for Horizon (2-5 overall, 1-3 FRL), which has had the tough fate of facing three of the top squads in the state — Fairview, Fort Collins and Legacy.

‘The Front Range League is one of the strongest in the state. Every win in the league is super important.’

Coach David Castro Bailey Lucero and Darian Drake each have four goals this season for the Hawks.

The schedule won’t get any easier for either squads, especially in the FRL which has had four squads

in the state quarterfinals and two in the semifinals last season.

“The Front Range League is one of the strongest in the state,” Castro said. “Every win in the league is super important.”

Roundup: Academy’s Telles garners basketball awards

By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com WESTMINSTER — After a remarkable career at The Academy, senior Zach Telles received a number of awards.

He was chosen as the Frontier League player of the year and was also selected to Colorado High School Coaches Association All-State team and will be playing in the All-State games being held at Adams State University in Alamosa in June.

He was also chosen to the Frontier League All-Conference first team.

Telles led Class 3A in scoring averages with 23.8 points per game, as well as three-point shooting with 3.9 a game. He was third in assists (5.3) and free throw shooting (.86 percent), and was fifth in steals.

Telles added to his resume when he scored 54 points to lead his squad to a 94-75 win over Platte Valley in a district game.

WOLVERINES STAY PERFECT

Brenda Vasquez and Jazmyne Escobar each scored two goals to help Skyview soccer top Englewood 5-0 on April 11.

Freshman Amanda Carpio also had a goal and an assist as the Wolverines improved to 8-0 overall and 3-0 in the Colorado 7. Mariah Ramirez had an assist for Skyview and goalkeeper Brandie Woodson picked up her sixth shutout of the season.

NORSE ROLLING THROUGH EMAC

The Northglenn baseball team is on a roll.

The Norse have opened the Eastern Metro Athletic Conference 3-0, outscoring their foes 33-0.

Northglenn won in dominating fashion on Saturday, beating Aurora Central 21-0.

Nine different players scored runs for Northglenn, with Miguel Mendoza’s four runs and Jacob Saunders three.

Tristan Dean picked up his second win of the season, holding the Trojans to only one hit.

TIGERS GET WIN AT COORS FIELD

The Holy Family baseball team didn’t waste its opportunity at Coors Field on April 12.

The Tigers scored eight runs in the third inning and rolled to a 10-2 victory over rival Centaurus.

Jay Elliott hit a two-run, inside-thepark home run and Zach Trombley went 2 for 3 with a double, triple, two RBIs and two runs.

Adrian Do earned the win on the mound after allowing only two runs.

The Tigers also swept its double header with Kent Denver on April 12, beating the Sun Devils 15-2 and 12-5 to improve to 5-1 overall.

GATORS ON A ROLL

Standley Lake girls soccer team topped Columbine on April 12 to improve to 8-12 on the season.

Danielle McClure and Shelby McBain each scored for the Gators, who have now won three in a row.

GEE SECOND AT POMONA

Legacy’s Emma Gee took second in the 3200-meter run on Saturday at the Pomona Invitational. She was also fourth in the 800.

CRUSADERS WIN THIRD IN A ROW

Community Christian baseball topped Evangelical Christian 5-0 on Saturday to pick up its third consecutive win.

Bryan Hodge threw a one-hit shutout, the lone hit came in the seventh inning ruining his bid for a perfect game. Hodge also went 1 for 3 at the plate and a triple.

WILDCATS DOMINATE SAINTS

The Academy baseball team cruised to a 22-0 victory over Jefferson, which lasted only three innings.The Wildcats scored 11 runs in the first inning and had 10 different players score in the game.

Jordan Gillmore had four runs, while Ryan Johnson, Cristian Johnson and Ryan Sanchez each had three. Alex Stone got the win after striking out 10 players.

26-Color-Sports

26 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

Mountain Range’s second baseman David Newton fires the ball to first base during Saturday’s game against Legacy. Photos by Jonathan Maness

Legacy baseball routs Mountain Range

By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews. com BROOMFIELD — New squad, same results for the Legacy Lightning’ baseball team.

Despite graduating 14 seniors last season, Legacy hasn’t lost a step this season on the diamond.

Behind the power hitting of Hunter Parnell and Jake Bublitz the Lightning rolled to a 6-3 win over Mountain Range on Saturday to improve to 2-0 in the Front Range League.

“We are there, we are close,” said Bublitz, who went 1 for 3 with a home run.

“We have a lot of power and contact on the team. Hopefully

when we put it all together it will be lethal.”

Bublitz is one of four players returning with varsity experience, but the Lightning have been playing like a well-oiled machine so far this season.

“We are just finding a way to win,” Bublitz said. “That is all that matters right now.”

Three of Legacy’s four losses came at the Vero Beach Spring Training tournament which is held in Florida, the Lightning only other loss was to No. 5 Ralston Valley.

Since returning from Florida the Lightning have been on a roll, topping Standley Lake 2-1 and getting league wins over Fossil Ridge and Mountain Range.

“I think the kids have done a

Legacy’s Hunter Parnell celebrates after hitting a home run in the second-inning of Saturday’s 6-3 win over Mountain Range. great job of coming together as a club,” Legacy coach Ty Giordano said. “They are figuring out what they are suppose to do, what their roles are. And when that happens you can play good baseball.”

On Saturday, Legacy only had five hits but the Lightning made them count.

Parnell hit a 2-run home run over left field in the second inning and Bublitz hit a solo shot in the fifth. Wyatt Cross had an RBI single in the first and Adrian

Lomeli also had a sacrifice fly for Legacy.

Lomeli also had two hits in the win.

It wasn’t until the sixth inning that the Mustangs made some noise.

Andrew Wamsley, Jacob Mihalick Jarosak and David Newton had RBI singles to cut into the Lightning lead.

The Mustangs rally was cut short after Devin Payne snagged a line drive at third base to force a double play.

Matt Maestas continued his strong hitting for Mountain Range, going 3 for 3 on the day with a run.

Mountain Range dropped to 2-7 overall and 0-1 in the FRL. The Mustangs previous games in the FRL have been canceled due to snow.

“The rivalry is always nice,” Bublitz. “I know a few kids over there, still a good competition.

It’s crazy to think that this is my fourth and final last time playing them.”

Sports quiz 1) Who was the last pitcher before Detroit’s Justin Verlander in 2011 to reach 20 wins before the end of August?

2) Name the last pitcher before Boston’s Josh Beckett in 2007 to win an All-Star Game and a World Series game in the same season.

3) Which two NFL quarterbacks combined to throw for 1,000 yards in a game in 2012?

4) When was the last time Baylor’s men’s basketball team reached the Final Four?

5) In 2013, San Jose’s Patrick Marleau became the second player in

NHL history to start a season with four consecutive multigoal games.

Who was the first?

6) Mikaela Shiffrin, at age 17, in 2013 became the youngest women’s alpine skiing world champion since 1985. Who did it then?

7) Who was the first heavyweight boxer to regain the undisputed world title?

Answers 1) Curt Schilling of Arizona in 2002.

2) Atlanta’s John Smoltz, in 1996.

3) Detroit’s Matthew Stafford (520

yards) and Green Bay’s Matt Flynn (480 yards).

4) It was 1950.

5) Ottawa’s Cy Denneny, in 1917.

6) American Diann Roffe-Steinrotter was 21 days younger when she won in 1985.

7) Floyd Patterson, who defeated Ingemar Johansson in 1960 to regain the crown.

2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

THE IRV & JOE SHOW M–F 1p–3p

LISTEN ONLINE www.milehighsports.com

Irv Brown and Joe Williams are the longest-running sports talk tandem in the history of Denver radio. For more than 28 years, Irv Brown and Joe Williams have teamed to bring sports talk to fans in Denver. That tradition continues on Mile High Sports Radio.

April 19, 2013

with Atielah Construction, Inc., hereinafter called the "Contractor," for and on account of the contract for the construction of a Project described as Wadsworth Boulevard and 99th Avenue Traffic Signal Construction.

1. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor or his subcontractor, or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, whose claim therefor has not been paid by the Contractor or the subcontractor for the work contracted to be done, may file with the City a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim.

2. All such claims shall be filed with the City Attorney's Office, City of Westminster, 4800 W. 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Colorado, 80031 by May 6, 2013.

Government Legals NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT In accord with C.R.S. 38-26-107 (1), notice is hereby given that final settlement will be made to David Peterson Construction, Inc. by the Adams County Housing Authority on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 for Contract: NSP #12-008A located at 10203 Pecos Street, Northglenn, Colorado 80260. Any person, company, corporation, government, governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, limited liability company, partnership, association, or other legal entity that has furnished labor, materials, sustenance, provender or other supplies used or consumed by the contractor identified above or any subcontractor thereof in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that has supplied laborers, rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work whose claim therefore, has not been paid by the contractor or subcontractor, may in accordance with section 38-26-107 (1) C.R.S., file with the Adams County Housing Authority Procurement Officer at 7190 Colorado Blvd, Sixth Floor, Commerce City, Colorado 80022, a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim, which statement must be filed on or before 1:00 p.m. on April 16, 2013. Failure on the part of a claimant to file a verified statement prior to 1:00 p.m. on April 16, 2013 will relieve the Adams County Housing Authority from any and all liability related to the above referenced project, as provided by law.

Published in the Westsider First publication: April 19, 2013 Last publication: April 26, 2013 00038671 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS GENERAL CONTRACTOR RFP #13-002 The Adams County Housing Authority (ACHA) is a public entity formed in 1974 to provide federally subsidized housing and housing assistance to low-income families, within Adams County, Colorado.

Though brought into existence by a Resolution of the Adams County Board of Commissioners, it is a separate entity from the Adams County, Colorado government.

ACHA acquired a multi-family property known as The Village of Yorkshire, located at 10370 Brendon Way, Thornton, CO 80229. The property was built in 1974 and consists of 200 units of rental housing in 10 buildings. ACHA wishes to perform renovations (the work) to building exteriors, which may include replacement of siding, patios, windows and doors, and to building interiors, which will include all units and common areas.

The Housing Authority, the awarding agency, is seeking proposals from general contractors to perform the work. A detailed Request for Proposals (RFP) containing the proposed scope of work will be released to contractors on or around April 19, 2013. To obtain a copy of the Request for Proposals (RFP), interested parties must submit a Request for Documents to the Adams County Housing Authority. Please include contact information for your firm, including name, address, phone number, and email address. The Request for Documents must be submitted by email to the Housing Authority’s Procurement Officer at procurement@achaco.com no later than 1:00pm on April 19, 2013. A preproposal conference is currently scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at 1:00pm.

Published in the Westsider First publication: April 5, 2013 Last publication: April 19, 2013 00037684 CITY OF WESTMINSTER NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR'S SETTLEMENT Pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., notice is hereby given that on the 6th day of May, 2013, at Westminster, Colorado, final settlement will be made by the City with Atielah Construction, Inc., hereinafter called the "Contractor," for and on account of the contract for the construction of a Project described as Wadsworth Boulevard and 99th Avenue Traffic Signal Construction.

1. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor or his subcontractor, or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, whose claim therefor has not been paid by the Contractor or the subcontractor for the work contracted to be done, may file with the City a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim.

2. All such claims shall be filed with the City Attorney's Office, City of Westminster, 4800 W. 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Colorado, 80031 by May 6, 2013.

3. Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve the City from any and all liability for such claim.

Dated at Westminster, Colorado this 18th day of April, 2013.

CITY OF WESTMINSTER /s/ Martin R. McCullough City Attorney Published in the Westminster Window First publication: April 19, 2013 Last publication: April 26, 2013 00038442

3. Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve the City from any and all liability for such claim.

Dated at Westminster, Colorado this 18th day of April, 2013.

CITY OF WESTMINSTER /s/ Martin R. McCullough City Attorney Published in the Westminster Window First publication: April 19, 2013 Last publication: April 26, 2013 00038442 CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDINANCE NO. 3674 SERIES OF 2013 COUNCILLOR'S BILL NO. 14 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS Briggs - Kaiser A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2012 BUDGETS OF THE GENERAL, WATER, LEGACY RIDGE, HERITAGE AT WESTMOOR, FLEET MAINTENANCE, GENERAL CAPITAL OUTLAY REPLACEMENT, SALES & USE TAX, PARKS OPEN SPACE & TRAILS, GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT, AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION FROM THE 2012 ESTIMATED REVENUES IN THE FUNDS THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS: Section 1. The 2012 appropriation for the General, Water, Legacy Ridge, Heritage at Westmoor, Fleet Maintenance, General Capital Outlay Replacement, Sales & Use Tax, Parks Open Space & Trails, General Capital Improvement, and Community Development Block Grant Funds initially appropriated by Ordinance No. 3550 is hereby increased in aggregate by $7,298,931. This appropriation is due to the receipt of funds from lease proceeds, permit & conference center fees, reimbursements, grants, program revenue, miscellaneous, interest earnings, carryover, sales & use taxes, rent, accommodations taxes, and transfers.

Section 2. The $7,298,931 increase shall be allocated to City Revenue and Expense accounts as described in the City Council Agenda Item 10 A dated March 25, 2013 (a copy of which may be obtained from the City Clerk) amending City fund budgets as follows: General Fund $2,140,164 Water Fund 4,249 Legacy Ridge Fund 90,302 Heritage at Westmoor Fund 42,600 Fleet Maintenance Fund 131,022 General Capital Outlay Replacement Fund 997,985 Sales & Use Tax Fund 3,560,337 Parks, Open Space & Trails Fund 14,090 General Capital Improvement Fund 312,417 Community Development Block Grant Fund 5,765 Total $7,298,931 Section 3 – Severability. The provisions of this Ordinance shall be considered as severable. If any section, paragraph, clause, word, or any other part of this Ordinance shall for any reason be held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such part shall be deemed as severed from this ordinance. The invalidity or unenforceability of such section, paragraph, clause, or provision shall not affect the construction or enforceability of any of the remaining provisions, unless it is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction that a contrary result is necessary in order for this Ordinance to have any meaning whatsoever.

Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after the second reading.

Section 5. This ordinance shall be published in full within ten days after its enactment.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 25th day of March, 2013. PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED this 8th day of April, 2013.

Published in the Westsider April 19, 2013 00038440 CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDINANCE NO. 3671 SERIES OF 2013 COUNCILLOR'S BILL NO. 11 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS Atchison – Winter A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH MSI, LLC WHEREAS, the successful attraction and retention of expanding primary businesses in the City of Westminster provides employment opportunities and increased revenue for citizen services and is therefore an important public purpose; and WHEREAS, it is important for the City of Westminster to remain competitive with other local governments in creating assistance for businesses to expand or relocate in the City; and WHEREAS, MSI, LLC plans to purchase and occupy the office building at 11102 Benton Street, Westminster, CO; and WHEREAS, a proposed Economic Development Agreement between the City and MSI, LLC is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by this reference.

NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the terms of the Constitution of the State of Colorado, the Charter and ordinances of the City of Westminster, and Resolution No. 53, Series of 1988: THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS: Section 1. The City Manager of the City of Westminster is hereby authorized to enter into an Economic Development Agreement with MSI, LLC in substantially the same form as the one attached as Exhibit "A" and, upon execution of the Agreement, to fund and implement said Agreement.

Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after second reading.

Section 3. This ordinance shall be published in full within ten days after its enactment.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 18th day of March, 2013. PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED this 8th day of April, 2013.

Exhibit A ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR

COUNCILLOR'S BILL NO. 11 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS Atchison – Winter

ives, all of which are merged into and re-

voked by this Agreement with respect to 27-Color its subject matter.

A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH MSI, LLC WHEREAS, the successful attraction and retention of expanding primary businesses in the City of Westminster provides employment opportunities and increased revenue for citizen services and is therefore an important public purpose; and WHEREAS, it is important for the City of Westminster to remain competitive with other local governments in creating assistance for businesses to expand or relocate in the City; and WHEREAS, MSI, LLC plans to purchase and occupy the office building at 11102 Benton Street, Westminster, CO; and WHEREAS, a proposed Economic Development Agreement between the City and MSI, LLC is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by this reference.

NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the terms of the Constitution of the State of Colorado, the Charter and ordinances of the City of Westminster, and Resolution No. 53, Series of 1988: THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS: Section 1. The City Manager of the City of Westminster is hereby authorized to enter into an Economic Development Agreement with MSI, LLC in substantially the same form as the one attached as Exhibit "A" and, upon execution of the Agreement, to fund and implement said Agreement.

Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after second reading.

Section 3. This ordinance shall be published in full within ten days after its enactment.

6. Termination. This Agreement shall terminate and become void and of no force or effect upon the City if the Company has not moved into the building at 11102 Benton Street by December 31, 2013 or should the Company not comply with the City regulations or code.

7. Business Termination. In the event the Company ceases business operations within the City at any time prior to December 31, 2018, then the Company shall pay to the City the total amount of fees and taxes that were paid by or for the Company to the City and were subsequently rebated by the City to the Company pursuant to this Agreement.

8. Subordination. The City's obligations pursuant to this agreement are subordinate to the City's obligations for the repayment of any current or future bonded indebtedness and are contingent upon the existence of a surplus in sales and use tax revenues in excess of the sales and use tax revenues necessary to meet such existing or future bond indebtedness. The City shall meet its obligations under this agreement only after the City has satisfied all other obligations with respect to the use of sales tax revenues for bond repayment purposes. For the purposes of this Agreement, the terms "bonded indebtedness," "bonds," and similar terms describing the possible forms of indebtedness include all forms of indebtedness that may be incurred by the City, including, but not limited to, general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, revenue anticipation notes, tax increment notes, tax increment bonds, and all other forms of contractual indebtedness of whatsoever nature that is in any way secured or collateralized by sales and use tax revenues of the City.

9. Annual Appropriation. Nothing in this agreement shall be deemed or construed as creating a multiple fiscal year obligation on the part of the City within the meaning of Colorado Constitution Article X, Section 20, and the City's obligations hereunder are expressly conditional upon annual appropriation by the City Council.

10. Governing Law: Venue. This agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado. This agreement shall be subject to, and construed in strict accordance with, the Westminster City Charter and the Westminster Municipal Code. In the event of a dispute concerning any provision of this agreement, the parties agree that prior to commencing any litigation, they shall first engage in a good faith the services of a mutually acceptable, qualified, and experience mediator, or panel of mediators for the purpose of resolving such dispute.

The venue for any lawsuit concerning this agreement shall be in the District Court for Jefferson County, Colorado.

North Jeffco Westsider 27

For more information or to place a legal ad, please contact our Legals Department at

LEGAL PUBLIC NOTICE

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 18th day of March, 2013. PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED this 8th day of April, 2013.

Exhibit A ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR MSI, LLC THIS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT is made and entered into this ____ day of April, 2013, between the CITY OF WESTMINSTER (the "City") and MSI LLC, a Colorado Limited Liability Corporation (the “Company”).

WHEREAS, the City wishes to provide assistance to aid the relocation of the Company to the City; and WHEREAS, the Company plans to purchase, furnish and occupy a 20,000 square foot office building at 11102 Benton Street, Westminster, CO, thus providing primary job growth within the City; and WHEREAS, City Council finds the execution of this Economic Development Agreement will provide benefit and advance the public interest and welfare of the City and its citizens by securing the location of this economic development project within the City.

In consideration of the mutual promises set forth below, the City and the Company agree to the following: 1. Building Permit Fee Rebates. The City shall rebate to the Company 40% of the building permit fees that are otherwise required under W.M.C. Section 11-10-3 (E) for the remodeling and tenant finish in the building at 11102 Benton Street. This rebate excludes water and sewer tap fees.

The permit fee rebate will be approximately $3,514.

2. Use Tax Rebate--Construction. The City shall rebate to the Company 40% of the Building Use Tax (excludes the City's .25% Open Space Tax and .6% Public Safety Tax) on construction materials collected from the Company for the remodeling and tenant finish in the building at 11102 Benton Street, that are otherwise required under W.M.C. Sections 4-2-9 and 4-2-3. The use tax rebate will be approximately $4,500.

3. Sales and Use Tax Rebate--Furniture and Fixtures. For the period of 3 months prior and 3 months after the Company obtains it Certificate of Occupancy for its new facility at 11102 Benton Street, the City will rebate 40% of the Westminster General Sales and Use Tax (excludes the City's .25% Open Space Tax and .6% Public Safety Tax) collected from the Company on the purchased equipment and furnishings. Rebates will be based on the documentation prescribed by the City and provided by the Company which illustrates purchases or delivery of any such furnishings, fixtures, or equipment that occurred within the City of Westminster and that taxes were paid to and collected by the City. The rebate will be approximately $1,200.

4. Payments of Rebates. The total rebate is not to exceed $10,000. The rebates to the Company by the City shall be paid in quarterly installments from revenue actually collected and received by the City in connection with the move by the Company into the new facility. Payments of each quarterly installment shall be paid to the Company by the City within thirty (30) days following the end of each calendar quarter. All payments by the City shall be made electronically to the Company’s designated financial institution or other account.

5. Entire Agreement. This Agreement shall constitute the entire agreement between the City and the Company and supersedes any prior agreements between the parties and their agents or representatives, all of which are merged into and revoked by this Agreement with respect to its subject matter.

6. Termination. This Agreement shall terminate and become void and of no force or effect upon the City if the Company has not moved into the building at 11102 Benton Street by December 31, 2013 or should the Company not comply with the City regulations or code.

7. Business Termination. In the event the Company ceases business operations within the City at any time prior to December 31, 2018, then the Company shall pay to the City the total amount of fees and taxes that were paid by or for the Company to the City and were subsequently rebated by the City to the Company pursuant to this Agreement.

8. Subordination. The City's obligations pursuant to this agreement are subordinate to the City's obligations for the repayment of any current or future bonded indebtedness and are contingent upon the existence of a surplus in sales and use tax revenues in excess of the sales and use tax revenues necessary to meet such existing or future bond indebtedness. The City shall meet its obligations under this agreement only after the City has satisfied all other obligations with respect to the use of sales tax revenues for bond repayment purposes. For the purposes of this Agreement, the terms "bonded indebtedness," "bonds," and similar terms describing the possible forms of indebtedness include all forms of indebtedness that may be incurred by the City, including, but not limited to, general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, revenue anticipation notes, tax increment notes, tax increment bonds, and all other forms of contractual indebtedness of whatsoever nature that is in any way secured or collateralized by sales and use tax revenues of the City.

9. Annual Appropriation. Nothing in this agreement shall be deemed or construed as creating a multiple fiscal year obligation on the part of the City within the meaning of Colorado Constitution Article X, Section 20, and the City's obligations hereunder are expressly conditional upon annual appropriation by the City Council.

10. Governing Law: Venue. This agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado. This agreement shall be subject to, and construed in strict accordance with, the Westminster City Charter and the Westminster Municipal Code. In the event

CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDINANCE NO. 3672 SERIES OF 2013 COUNCILLOR'S BILL NO. 12 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS Briggs - Lindsey

any City code and/or approval process.

5. Business Termination. In the event that Colorado Casual Furniture ceases business operations in the City within three years after the new operations commence, The Bedrin Organization shall reimburse the City for any amounts rebated to or otherwise provided to The Bedrin Organization pursuant to this Agreement, unless the City approves a successor to the initial approved user within 12 months of the closing of Colorado Casual Furniture, which is substantially similar in quality and sales tax production as the approved user.

6. Subordination. The City's obligations pursuant to this agreement are subordinate to the City's obligations for the repayment of any current or future bonded indebtedness and are contingent upon the existence of a surplus in sales and use tax revenues in excess of the sales and use tax revenues necessary to meet such existing or future bond indebtedness. The City shall meet its obligations under this agreement only after the City has satisfied all other obligations with respect to the use of sales tax revenues for bond repayment purposes. For the purposes of this Agreement, the terms "bonded indebtedness," "bonds," and similar terms describing the possible forms of indebtedness include all forms of indebtedness that may be incurred by the City, including, but not limited to, general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, revenue anticipation notes, tax increment notes, tax increment bonds, and all other forms of contractual indebtedness of whatsoever nature that is in any way secured or collateralized by sales and use tax revenues of the City.

7. Annual Appropriation. Nothing in this agreement shall be deemed or construed as creating a multiple fiscal year obligation on the part of the City within the meaning of Colorado Constitution Article X, Section 20, and the City's obligations hereunder are expressly conditional upon annual appropriation by the City Council.

8. Governing Law: Venue. This agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado. This agreement shall be subject to, and construed in strict accordance with, the Westminster City Charter and the Westminster Municipal Code. In the event of a dispute concerning any provision of this agreement, the parties agree that prior to commencing any litigation, they shall first engage in a good faith the services of a mutually acceptable, qualified, and experience mediator, or panel of mediators for the purpose of resolving such dispute.

The venue for any lawsuit concerning this agreement shall be in the District Court for Jefferson County, Colorado.

Published in the Westsider April 19, 2013 00038434 CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDINANCE NO. 3673 SERIES OF 2013 COUNCILLOR'S BILL NO. 13 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS Major – Kaiser A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE INCREASING THE 2013 BUDGET OF THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND AND AUTHORIZING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION FROM THE 2013 ESTIMATED REVENUES IN THIS FUND THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS: Section 1. The 2013 appropriation for the General Capital Improvement Fund, initially appropriated by Ordinance No. 3655 is hereby increased by $125,000. This appropriation is due to the receipt of a Jefferson County Open Space Grant and a donation from the Jefferson County Schools.

Section 2. The $125,000 increase in the General Capital Improvement Fund shall be allocated to City revenue and expense accounts as described in the City Council Agenda Item 10 D-H dated March 18, 2013, (a copy of which may be obtained from the City Clerk) increasing City fund budgets as follows: General Capital Improvement Fund $125,000 Total $125,000 Section 3 – Severability. The provisions of this Ordinance shall be considered as severable. If any section, paragraph, clause, word, or any other part of this Ordinance shall for any reason be held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such part shall be deemed as severed from this ordinance. The invalidity or unenforceability of such section, paragraph, clause, or provision shall not affect the construction or enforceability of any of the remaining provisions, unless it is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction that a contrary result is necessary in order for this Ordinance to have any meaning whatsoever.

Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after the second reading.

Section 5. This ordinance shall be published in full within ten days after its enactment.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 18th day of March, 2013. PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED this 8th day of April, 2013.

Published in the Westsider April 19, 2013 00038438 CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDINANCE NO. 3672 SERIES OF 2013 COUNCILLOR'S BILL NO. 12 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS Briggs - Lindsey A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE BEDRIN ORGANIZATION FOR THE COLORADO CASUAL FURNITURE STORE WHEREAS, the successful attraction of new business that fill vacant space in existing retail centers in the City of Westminster provides increased revenue for citizen services and is therefore an important public purpose; and WHEREAS, it is important for the City of Westminster to remain competitive with other local governments in creating assistance for new businesses to locate in the City; and WHEREAS, The Bedrin Organization plans to lease space in Brookhill V in Westminster to Colorado Casual Furniture; and WHEREAS, a proposed Economic Development Agreement between the City and The Bedrin Organization is attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this reference.

NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the terms of the Constitution of the State of Colorado, the Charter and ordinances of the City of Westminster, Resolution No. 53, Series of 1988: THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS: Section 1. The City Manager of the City of Westminster is hereby authorized to enter into an Economic Development Agreement with The Bedrin Organization in substantially the same form as the one attached as Exhibit “A,” and upon execution of the Agreement to fund and implement said Agreement.

Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after second reading.

Section 3. This ordinance shall be published in full within ten days after its enactment.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 18th day of March, 2013. PASSED, ENACTED ON

A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE BEDRIN ORGANIZATION FOR THE COLORADO CASUAL FURNITURE STORE

720-556-6340

WHEREAS, the successful attraction of new business that fill vacant space in existing retail centers in the City of Westminster provides increased revenue for citizen services and is therefore an important public purpose; and WHEREAS, it is important for the City of Westminster to remain competitive with other local governments in creating assistance for new businesses to locate in the City; and WHEREAS, The Bedrin Organization plans to lease space in Brookhill V in Westminster to Colorado Casual Furniture; and WHEREAS, a proposed Economic Development Agreement between the City and The Bedrin Organization is attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this reference.

NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the terms of the Constitution of the State of Colorado, the Charter and ordinances of the City of Westminster, Resolution No. 53, Series of 1988: THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS: Section 1. The City Manager of the City of Westminster is hereby authorized to enter into an Economic Development Agreement with The Bedrin Organization in substantially the same form as the one attached as Exhibit “A,” and upon execution of the Agreement to fund and implement said Agreement.

Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after second reading.

Section 3. This ordinance shall be published in full within ten days after its enactment.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 18th day of March, 2013. PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED this 8th day of April, 2013.

EXHIBIT A ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE BEDRIN ORGANIZATION FOR THE COLORADO CASUAL FURNITURE STORE THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day of April, 2013, between the CITY OF WESTMINSTER (the "City"), and THE BEDRIN ORGANIZATION; a New Jersey LLC. WHEREAS, the City wishes to provide certain assistance to The Bedrin Organization to facilitate the location of a Colorado Casual Furniture store in the Brookhill V Shopping Center; and WHEREAS, City Council finds the execution of this Agreement will serve to provide benefit and advance the public interest and welfare of the City and its citizens by securing the location of this project within the City.

In consideration of the mutual promises set forth below the City and The Bedrin Organization agree as follows: 1. Sales Tax Rebate. The City shall rebate to The Bedrin Organization 50% of the sales tax collected from Colorado Casual Furniture for the period of time commencing on the date of issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the new store, and ending on March 31, 2016 (“Termination Date”). Such rebate shall be payable exclusively from sales tax revenue collected by the City from Colorado Casual Furniture and attributable to the imposition of the City’s 3.0% general sales tax (excluding the City’s .25% open space tax and .6% public safety tax). The sales tax rebate shall not continue past the Termination Date and shall be administered as follows: (a) Sales Tax Rebate Amount. Any rebates provided by the City to The Bedrin Organization pursuant to this agreement will be from the sales tax paid to the City

by Colorado Casual Furniture. The City shall rebate to The Bedrin Organization 50% of the sales tax generated. (b) Payment. The sales tax rebate amount will be paid to The Bedrin Organization in quarterly payments, made within 30 days after the end of each quarter. The sales tax rebate payment will be submitted electronically to The Bedrin Organization designated financial institution. (c) End of Sales Tax Rebate. The sales tax rebate shall end on the Termination Date.

2. Landscaping. All dead landscaping on the portion of Brookhill V owned by The Bedrin Organization shall be replaced by June 30, 2013. Failure to do so will result in the termination of this agreement.

3. Entire Agreement. This instrument shall constitute the entire agreement between the City and The Bedrin Organization concerning the Colorado Casual Furniture store and supersedes any prior agreements between the parties and their agents or representatives, all of which are merged into and revoked by this agreement with respect to its subject matter.

4. Termination. This Economic Development Agreement shall terminate and become void and of no force or effect upon the City if Colorado Casual Furniture has not moved into their new space in Brookhill V on or before April 30, 2013; or, should The Bedrin Organization or Colorado Casual Furniture fail to comply with any City code and/or approval process.

5. Business Termination. In the event that Colorado Casual Furniture ceases business operations in the City within three years after the new operations commence, The Bedrin Organization shall reimburse the City for any amounts rebated to or otherwise provided to The Bedrin Organization pursuant to this Agreement, unless the City approves a successor to the initial approved user within 12 months of the closing of Colorado Casual Furniture, which is substantially similar in quality and sales tax production as the approved user.

6. Subordination. The City's obligations pursuant to this agreement are subordinate to the City's obligations for the repayment of any current or future bonded indebtedness and are contingent upon the existence of a surplus in sales and use tax revenues in excess of the sales and use tax revenues necessary to meet such existing or future bond indebtedness. The City shall meet its obligations under this agreement only after the City has satisfied all other obligations with respect to the use of sales tax revenues for bond repayment purposes. For the purposes of this Agreement, the terms "bonded indebtedness," "bonds," and similar terms describing the possible forms of indebtedness include all forms of indebtedness that may be incurred by the City, including, but not limited to, general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, revenue anticipation notes, tax increment notes, tax increment bonds, and all other forms of contractual indebtedness of whatsoever nature that is in any way secured or collateralized by sales and use tax revenues of the City.

7. Annual Appropriation. Nothing in this agreement shall be deemed or construed as creating a multiple fiscal year obligation on the part of the City within the meaning of Colorado Constitution Article X, Section 20, and the City's obligations hereunder are expressly conditional upon annual appropriation by the City Council.

8. Governing Law: Venue. This agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado. This agreement shall be subject to, and construed in strict accordance with, the Westminster City Charter and the Westminster Municipal Code. In the event of a dispute concerning any provision of this agreement, the parties agree that prior to commencing any litigation, they shall first engage in a good faith the services of a mutually acceptable, qualified, and ex-

adcolegals@ourcoloradonews.com

Published in the Westsider April 19, 2013 00038436 City of Westminster Summary of Proceedings Summary of proceedings of the Westminster City Council meeting of Monday, April 8, 2013. Mayor McNally, Mayor Pro Tem Winter, and Councillors Atchison, Briggs, Kaiser, Lindsey, and Major were present at roll call.

The minutes of the regular meeting of March 25, 2013, were approved as presented.

Mayor Pro Tem Winter presented the Arbor Day/Earth Day proclamation; and Keith Wood of the Colorado State Forest Service presented the Tree City USA Award to the City for the 28th consecutive year.

Council approved the following items: Light Duty Vehicle Purchase; City Park Pump House Construction Contract; Conversion of Westminster Promenade Light Towers to LED; 2013 Hot-In-Place Recycling and Repaving Project; 2013 Water Meter and meter Parks Purchase; 2013 Asphalt Pavement Rehabilitation Projects; 2013 Stripping and Pavement Parking Project Contract; Police Department Cumulative Purchases Over $50,000 in 2013; final passage on second reading of Councillor’s Bill No. 11 approving a proposed EDA with MSI, LLC; final passage on second reading of Councillor’s Bill No. 12 approving a proposed EDA for Colorado Casual Furniture; final passage on second reading of Councillor’s Bill No. 13 authorizing a supplemental appropriation for Jessica Ridgeway Memorial Park; and final passage on second reading of Councillor’s Bill No. 14 authorizing the 4th Qtr 2012 Budget supplemental appropriation.

Council adopted Resolution No. 14 authorizing an IGA with CDOT for traffic signal maintenance.

The meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m.

By Order of the Westminster City Council Linda Yeager, City Clerk Published in the Westsider April 19, 2013 00038432 WESTMINSTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING AND BUDGET HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Westminster City Council, in its capacity as the ex-officio Board of Directors of the Westminster Economic Development Authority (WEDA) of Adams County, Colorado, has caused a proposed amended budget to be prepared for the fiscal year 2013. Said amended budget is open for inspection at the Finance Department, City of Westminster, 4800 West 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Colorado, 80031, and will be considered for adoption by the Board of Directors at a special meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m., Monday, April 22, 2013, at Council Chambers, 4800 West 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Colorado. Other actions relating to the budget will also be considered by the Board, including, but not limited to, the appropriation of budgeted funds. Any interested elector may inspect such proposed amended budget and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the amendment.

Westminster Economic Development Authority By: /s/ Martin R. McCullough, City Attorney City of Westminster Attorney to the Board of Directors Published in the Westsider April 19, 2013 00038430

When government takes action, it uses local newspapers to notify you. Reading your public notices is the best way to find out what is happening in your community and how it affects you. If you don’t read public notices, you never know what you might miss.

Notices are meant to be noticed.

Read your public notices and get involved!

28-Color

28 North Jeffco Westsider

April 19, 2013

integrated care for the mind and body

Time for Change: A frank conversation about suicide prevention among working-aged men

Wednesday, May 15 - 7:00-9:00 a.m.

American Furniture Warehouse 8501 Grant St., Thornton, CO 80229

This event is FREE, however seating is limited and reservations are required. Please RSVP to A.Woodford@CommunityReachCenter.org to reserve your spot.

register at www.marchforbabies.org

Saturday, April 27

Denver, Boulder, Greeley, Larimer County, Colorado Springs, Pueblo and the Western Slope state sponsor

media sponsor

Sally Spencer Thomas, Psy.D., CEO of Carson J. Spencer Foundation, presents Man Therapy... a mental health and suicide prevention campaign that employs humor to cut through stigma and tackle issues like depression, divorce and suicidal thoughts.

Bucky Dilts, local businessman and retired Denver Bronco, presents insights on suicides in the NFL. Working-aged men account for the largest number of suicide deaths in Colorado. Although there are many gentlemental health services available to effectively prevent suicide, too many men continue to die without accessing help and support. Grab a doughnut, pull up a recliner, and take in this life-changing presentation!

Grand Opening Celebration Questions?

Contact Deb Haviland, 303.853.3472 or Lindy Schultz, 303.853.3679

Find us on

A BIG thanks to our host, American Furniture Warehouse, who invites you to enjoy 1 hour of exclusive, private shopping following the presentation.

April 20th | 10am - 3pm

If your child suffers from

If your child suffers from

• ADHD • Dyslexia • Learning Disorders • Communication or Sensory Issues

in

N Tw ow O o L pe oc n ati on s

Join us today!

Join us today!

Brain Balance Centers helps address the root of the problem with a drug-free and whole child approach.

AND RD Saturday, April 20, 10am-3pm G N G A N I N R E P G O TION 2 Locations: Highlands Ranch & Golden G A R N B I E L E N C OPE ATION * * Receive 1/2 off your child’s assessment for attending at either location! * * R Stop and seewe what do Games | BrainforGames for family the entire family Stop by andby see what do |we Brain the entire B E L E C Free refreshments | Free consultations Free refreshments | Free consultations HiGHlands RancH

Golden

1211 Avery Street, Suite 101 (on Hwy 93 near Spyderco)

1970 East County Line Road (Sprouts/Target Plaza)

303-278-1780

303-800-1625

www.BrainBalanceCenters.com