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County addresses open carry Ordinance passed to limit display of guns in some locations By Glenn Wallace

gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com The open carrying of a gun into some Jefferson County facilities may soon be prohibited, after the Board of County Commissioners voted 2-1 at the May 21 public hearing to approve an ordinance to ban “open carry” firearms in certain locations. District 3 Commissioner Donald Rosier cast the opposing vote, citing support for the second amendment. “This (ordinance) would allow the sheriff to conduct annual vulnerability assessments to determine which buildings it would be appropriate to have this ban in effect,” county attorney Writer Mott said during the hearing. Jeffco Sheriff Ted Mink also helped present the ordinance, that his department helped propose after a couple of recent incidents involving people bringing weapons in to county office space, causing a disruption. Mink said the ban was intended to be implemented only in offices where county department heads had requested it. These offices are places where “a high level of anxiety, and anger, or frustration” may occur. He said so far, the District Attorney’s office, a couple human services locations and the sheriff’s department building were on the initial list to consider a ban. “Obviously, open carry does create a disruption for county staff in some of those buildings,” Mink said. Open carry-banned areas would have to be well marked, to comply with state law which allows for open carry in public places. The open carry ban would not prohibit those with a concealed carry permit from bringing in a firearm. “Until this item showed up I did not realize it was lawful for anyone to openly carry a firearm in county buildings,” Jeffco resident Jim Engelking said during the public hearing. He added that he would like to see the ban extended to all county buildings. Lakewood resident and firearms instructor Aaron James Brown took a different view, expressing concern that the ban limited second amendment rights and could be extended even to open space parkland. ”It’s only law abiding citizens who openly carry,” Brown said. District 2 Commissioner Casey Tighe said he felt the ordinance struck a balance between public safety and second amendment rights. ”Some of the business done in this building can be controversial. There can be tension involved, and there’s always the concern that someone with an open carry is just trying to intimidate,” Tighe said. Commissioner Rosier, who said he carries a concealed weapon every day, said he disagreed with the ordinance, saying that ”signs don’t stop crime.”

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Community members compete in the 2012 Blazing Bullets Trail Run in Westminster. This year the race will be Saturday, June 8, and supports the Westminster Public Safety Recognition Foundation. Courtesy photo

Trail run challenges city’s best By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Westminster police officers and firefighters will once again battle it out to the finish line during the 4h Annual Blazing Bullets Trail Run on Saturday, June 8. All ages are welcome to run or walk the 5k race or a take it up a notch and compete in the 10k race. The race begins at 8 a.m. at Christopher Fields, 5875 W.104th Ave, and covers many Westminster trails. “This run is a lot of fun because the whole time the police officers and firefighters are bantering back and forth about who is going to win the race. Even before the race, both sides are razzing each other about the race,” said Westminster police detective and race director Jean Matthews. “Citizens tell me how fun it is to listen to both sides. People really seem to get a kick out of it. It’s pretty entertaining.” The trail run is also a fundraiser for the Westminster Public Safety Recognition Foundation, a nonprofit organization

dedicated to recognizing city employees, residents, and police and fire personnel for heroism, bravery and acts of service in the name of public safety in Westminster. The money raised from the race will go toward the foundation’s annual awards banquet. “The foundation’s No. 1 goal is to honor our local heroes, and we do that through the awards banquet in September,” said Betty Whorton, chairperson for the foundation. “The banquet is our way of showing our police officers, firefighters and anyone who has stepped out to help someone else that we appreciate what they have done. It’s our way of saying thank you.” Matthews said last year’s race was the biggest yet, with close to 250 runners. She’s hoping that number grows this year with even more participants. She said this year’s race has a little more meaning after the many tragedies that have happened in the past year including the Aurora Theater shooting, Sandy Hook Elementary

shooting, the Boston Marathon bombing, and especially the local tragedy of the murder of Jessica Ridgeway. “We invited the school and parents at Witt Elementary, where Jessica went to school, to see if they would like to participate in the race,” she said. “We just wanted to hold out the invitation to them because of everything they have gone through and to keep the bond we have with them going.” A variety of vendors will also be at race headquarters and fire trucks and police cars will be on display. Awards will be given to the overall male and female winners for both the 5k and 10k runs, along with first- and secondplace awards in all age divisions. All runners will receive a T-shirt and goody bag. The preregistration fee for the races is $30, and registration on the day of the event is $35. Check-in begins at 6:30 a.m. with the both races starting at 8 a.m. To register for the race visit www. RunSignUp.com/BlazingBullets.

Law aims to keep jobs in Colorado Governor signs bill that Republicans link to unions By Vic Vela

vvela@ourcoloradonews. com Gov. John Hickenlooper on May 24 signed into law a statecontracting reform bill that aims to reduce the outsourcing of public works projects and penalizes employers who do not hire local workers or who buy foreign-produced materials. But it’s a bill that earned little legislative support from Republicans, who panned the legislation as another example of Democrats protecting unions over businesses. House Bill 1292, which

Democrats dubbed the “Keep Jobs in Colorado Act,” reforms the bidding process for state work projects, such as highway construction. Bill sponsors say the legislation helps to ensure that Colorado taxpayer dollars are being spent on local workers. “This really was my number one priority coming into this legislative session,” said state Sen. Andy Kerr, D-Lakewood. “We need to do everything we can to keep and create jobs in Colorado, and make sure our taxpayer dollars are being used as wisely as possible.” Under the bill, state agencies would not only weigh bid costs from contractors, but also would take into consideration “best value” bids, which include factors such as the contractor’s employment practices, such as worker wag-

es and benefits. The teeth in the act is in the enforcement of a law that’s been on the books for 80 years. Before the bill was introduced, there was a requirement that state-funded construction projects have a workforce that is made up of 80 percent of Colorado workers. For years, the requirement was rarely, if ever enforced, primarily because the penalty for employers who violated the law was jail time. Now, the bill creates a series of civil penalties that could eventually lead to contractor disbarment whenever that 80 percent threshold is not met. State agencies can waive the 80 percent rule if contractors can show there is not sufficient Colorado labor available for a project. The bill also requires many

Gov. John Hickenlooper, shown at the State of the State address Jan. 10. File photo contractors to provide proof of the country of origin for materials used in projects, such as iron and steel. The two state entities that will oversee enforcement of Jobs continues on Page 18

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Graduation isn’t just matter of degrees A week ago, Ana Elfring, 18, graduated from high school. The event wasn’t particularly emotional — she was ready to move on, the diploma the required bridge to a university education and her future. Two weeks ago, T.J. Sweetin’s grandfather solemnly handed him a folded American flag that had flown over the state Capitol; his parents proudly pinned the rank of second lieutenant onto his dress blue uniform. A college degree in hand and four years of ROTC behind him, the 21-year-old was, officially, finally, a Marine. Around the same time, Ellen Theis exuberantly accepted her English degree, six years after beginning it — and more than 30 years after her first literature class — on the day before her 52nd birthday. “I would call it a milestone,” Theis said, “and a dream come true.” The school year’s end marks one of life’s milestones, the ritual of graduation, an acknowledgment of accomplishment, a rite of passage from one point in life to another, wrapped in assorted ribbons of meaning. Educational achievements aren’t the only milestones that become defining pieces of our stories. There are first drivers’ licenses, first jobs, 25th wedding anniversaries and 50th birthdays. They seem to impart needed stamps of approval on life’s timeline. Interestingly, studies show countries with well-established cultural rites of passage — “very distinct before and afters” — tend to have lower crime rates in young adulthood, said Kim Gorgens, an assistant professor of psychology at University of Denver. Just as compelling, added Gorgens, is the mind’s ability to hold onto noteworthy memories about ourselves. “We have this natural tendency to be storytellers,” she said. “The autobio-

graphical episodic memory is particularly resistant to decay. … As we are losing our capacity to define ourselves, the last thing to go is our recall for significant events. It has a natural buoyancy.” Perhaps that’s because they can be among our happiest times. For Ana Elfring, these moments are more a series of steppingstones than milestones. Her 4-foot-11 slight frame belies a fierce strength. Determined to gather the resources needed to get herself to University of Colorado at Boulder, she navigated the financial aid maze on her own, securing several scholarships and a work-study grant. “It makes me feel really accomplished,” Elfring says of her successful effort to pay for college. “It’s like a weight off my shoulders.” She is most excited about the independence to choose what her day will look like, from what she eats to when she studies to what she does for fun. She plans to study biology and considers that graduation from college will, perhaps, mean more than her high school steppingstone. “I like to live more in the present than looking forward to something,” Elfring says. “But just because I’m not as goaloriented doesn’t mean that I don’t strive to succeed. It’s just that I don’t look at things as `Well, at this point I should

have achieved this much.’ I just kind of do my best as I’m going and see where it takes me. And, so far, I’ve been taken to pretty decent places. I’m going to the school I want to go to. I have friends and I have a job. So I’m pretty happy.” Thomas Joseph Sweetin is a tall, adventurous young man called T.J. after his namesake, his great-grandfather. His father’s job with the Drug Enforcement Administration moved the family around the country and instilled a love for change and excitement of the unknown. He likes to look forward and mark the big moments. Earning an international affairs degree from CU was definitely more meaningful than receiving a high school diploma for Sweetin. “College was different because I put so much work into it,” he says of days that involved not only academic studies but also hours of training and community service for the 100 students in ROTC. But the greater milestone, he says, is being commissioned into the Marines. “So many of my friends were upperclassmen, and we saw them graduate and get deployed, and you’re counting down the days to that,” Sweetin says. “When you’re a freshman, it feels so far off. You’re kind of waiting … for that day. The entire culmination of that whole college career is summed up in the one commissioning day.” In October, Sweetin heads to Quantico, Va., for six months of basic officer training. The next benchmark, he says, will be deployment. “It feels really good,” he says. “Life — it’s exciting. I’ve been ready for a while to get on with it.” On a recent Sunday morning, at the athletic field of Metropolitan State University of Denver, Ellen Theis hurled her dark blue cap into the air in exultation. A wife and mother who describes herself as a “why not?” person, she had always felt

“less than” without a college degree. The achievement filled her to brimming. “When it really hit was when I picked up my cap and gown,” she says. “It was very surreal. It was joyous. … I was struck wordless by the profound feeling of satisfaction and deep pride in myself.” The journey had been long and circuitous. After high school, without encouragement or financial resources for higher education, Theis worked odd jobs and became a hairdresser. Children and family then became priorities. But hovering in the back of her mind, always, was a yearning for school: “I wanted to learn about James Joyce and Shakespeare, and I wanted always to know more.” Over the years, through four colleges and three states, she took a course here and there. At 46, when she saw friends pursuing degrees, she decided she could do it, too. She started with one course a semester and kept adding until she was juggling four at once. And on graduation day, she proudly hung a blue-and-gold cum laude cord around her neck. She briefly considered not attending commencement. Then she realized if she walked away, the moment might be lost. “It’s much sweeter,” Theis said, “when it’s not handed easily to you.” She needed to mark this passage well. So her dad and stepmother flew in from California. Her husband and daughters, 15 and 13, bore witness, too. After, she felt complete. “My ideal self,” Theis said, “has a degree.” And so ends this season of milestones. 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.

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Twelve years ago Stacy Young was unked as satisfied with the swim lessons her chilruck dren were receiving. She decided to take matters into her atisown hands and as an experienced swimcu- mer herself, started teaching her own children and neighborhood children how to age- swim. Over the years the numbers of her stur dents increased so much that Young ded am- cided to open Blue Dolphin Swim School, ng renting pool space from local recreation centers and pool space at the Westin Westa minster. n Now after years of renting, Young will and be opening her own pool facility, a place ges of her own to continue on what she says is re what she’s meant to do. “It’s been my dream to do this, and I s uld can’t believe it’s coming true,” she said. e a “I’m so happy that I’m finally able to do as this because this is really what somebody ion had in store for me for my life.” Young purchased a portion of a comd mercial building at 108th Avenue and Old ng Wadsworth Boulevard in Westminster. she Plans for the facility include a 25-yard lap ost. pool, a smaller learn-to-swim pool, both n it’s heated, waiting area, reception and retail area and showers and changing rooms. Until the construction on the facility is well. om complete this fall, lessons are being taught rs,

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ELECTION BRIEF Local attorney announces candidacy

Westminster attorney Alberto Garcia formally announced his candidacy for city council at a campaign kickoff-event on May 16 at Que Bueno Restaurant. This will be Garcia’s first run for public office. He has experience in the public policy arena previously serving as a congressional aide to former Rep. David Skaggs, and has worked at the Colorado General Assembly, most recently serving as policy director for state Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp. Alberto is also the manager of his own law firm in the north metro area, specializing in appellate law.

Blue Dolphin Swim School is expanding and will soon have a new pool facility. Pictured is a photo rendering of the future facility, which include a 25-yard lap pool and smaller learn-to-swim pool. Courtesy photo in two above ground pools in a rented space next to the future swim facility. Swim school director Kendra Henning can’t wait for the new facility to open. She said having their own pool will really help expand the programs the school can provide the community. “When you rent pool space it’s really hard to schedule different levels of classes as well as adult classes because you have to work around other people’s schedules,” Henning said. “So it will be very nice to

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have our own pool and be able to use it as much as we see fit with our programs.” Henning, who swam in college and has coached swimming in the past, is really hoping to eventually start a competitive year-round swim team. She says she’s also looking forward to offering other programs like water aerobics to the community. For more information on Blue Dolphin Swim School, visit www.bluedolphinswimschool.com or call 303-254-6920.

Westminster attorney Alberto Garcia formally announced his candidacy for City Council at a campaign kickoff-event on May 16. Courtesy photo Corbin Elliott

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School-finance overhaul signed by governor Fate of measure will be in hands of voters By Vic Vela

vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Colorado public schools are a step closer to a major funding overhaul after Gov. John Hickenlooper signed a new school finance act that proponents say would provide a long-overdue modernization of an antiquated school funding formula for classrooms across the state. But the governor’s signature May 21 doesn’t make the reform measure a done deal. Voters must give the go-ahead to the legislation’s price tag of about $1 billion in new taxes, something Republican lawmakers are sure to rally against in the fall. If a vote falls short this November, the proposal could come back for funding votes through 2017. Hickenlooper, who was flanked at the Capitol bill-signing by legislative co-sponsors of Senate Bill 213, dubbed the “Future School Finance Act,” hailed the legislation as a way to “allow Colorado to vault to the top of every state” when it comes to school financing and transparency. “This bill really positions Colorado to be the national leader in terms of school reform, in terms of school effectiveness,” Hickenlooper said.

The legislation would mark the most sweeping change to the state’s school finance formula that’s been seen in decades. The act would fund full-day kindergarten, provide preschool for at-risk children and would increase needsbased programs for special education students and children who are learning English. The legislation also would provide more funding for students who are involved in gifted and talented school programs. The bill would give school districts greater flexibility in being allowed the opportunity to have longer school years and school days, if they choose to do so. The bill also is expected to increase per-pupil funding for most school districts across the state by way of a funding system that supporters say is a more equitable way of divvying up money. Under the new formula, the state would determine how much revenue individual school districts are able to raise, with the state backfilling the difference. The state also would provide more support for local mill levy-matching. And, the bill would create a new teacher evaluation formula that supporters say is badly needed. Sen. Mike Johnston, D-Denver, was the main driver behind the legislative effort. The former Thornton High School

principal said the bill marks a “tremendous step forward” in making Colorado a school reform model for the nation. “Instead of forcing (students and teachers) to work in a system that was created before the Internet, email and cell phones ... they instead will work in a system that is built for the 21st century,” Johnston said. But Johnston’s efforts could be all for naught if voters do not approve funding, which would come in the form of some sort of tax increase. Rep. Millie Hamner, D-Dillon, a bill sponsor, acknowledged that “the biggest challenge” will be in convincing voters to provide funding for the measure. Backers of the act don’t yet know what the tax measure will look like on the fall ballot. Hickenlooper would not say which tax measure he preferred, but did say that he “certainly” will campaign for the effort. Republicans denounced the reform measure as a bloated effort that would lead to greater bureaucracy and doesn’t do enough to put in place necessary school reform measures. They also say the bill is nothing more than a $1 billion tax increase on the people of Colorado. The new school finance model would not take effect until the 20152016 school year. The 2013-2014 school funding model came in a separate piece of legislation.

Second recall effort of Hudak fizzles Democratic lawmakers targeted for ouster By Vic Vela

vvela@ourcoloradonews.com It looks like another effort to recall a Democratic state lawmaker could end up failing. Organizers who were seeking to recall state Sen. Evie Hudak, D-Westminster, are suspending their signature-gathering efforts, according to an email obtained by Colorado Community Media on May 22. Organizers told recall volunteers in the email that they are making a “strategic decision” to suspend their efforts to recall Hudak, so they could focus on the ongoing recall efforts aimed at state Senate President John Morse of Colorado Springs, and Sen. Angela Giron of Pueblo, both of whom are Democrats. The organizers said in the email that they intend to “restart” their petition efforts against Hudak after they are successful in their recall attempts against Morse and Giron. However, the clock is ticking on that effort. Organizers only have until June 10 to submit more than 18,000 recall petition signatures to the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office.

“The problem is, they pretty much have poisoned the well at this point,” said Arvada resident Dave Palm, who supports the recall effort against Hudak. Palm said it would be difficult to match the effort’s early energy and then come back to it again, after efforts have been suspended. Hudak Votes on gun-control bills are the primary motivation behind the recall efforts focused on four Democratic legislators: Hudak, Morse, Giron and Rep. Mike McLachlan of Durango. A recall effort against McLachlan died on May 21, after organizers failed to submit enough signatures to the Secretary of State’s Office by that day’s deadline. Hudak was the sponsor of Senate Bill 197, which places gun restrictions on domestic violence offenders. The bill passed the General Assembly without any Republican support, and is awaiting Gov. John Hickenlooper’s signature. Hudak also voted for House Bill 1224, which limits the amount of rounds that a high-capacity ammunition magazine can hold, and House Bill 1229, which puts in place universal background checks on gun sales.

Hickenlooper has already signed those pieces of legislation. Hudak also made headlines for what she said to a rape victim during a legislative committee hearing on Senate Bill 197. A Nevada woman testified that she could have defended herself against her attacker had she had a gun. Hudak responded by telling the victim that “… actually, statistics are not on your side, even if you had a gun.” Hudak later apologized for her comments. Organizers needed 18,962 petition signatures by June 10 to force a recall election against Hudak, who was first elected to office in Senate District 19 in 2008. The number of signatures required to force a recall is a percentage of the number of votes cast in the last election of that particular district. Hudak told Colorado Community Media that she wasn’t surprised the recall effort was suspended. “It was a single-issue campaign,” she said, referring to organizers’ focus on her gun votes. “When people would hear `recall,’ they would ask, `Well, what did you do wrong?’ People’s idea of why somebody is recalled would be because of wrongdoing, not because of how you vote. “I think it validates my support in the community.”

Jeffco newS in a Hurry DA critical of Dunlap reprieve

Jefferson County DA Pete Weir released a statement last week criticizing Gov. John Hickenlooper’s decision to grant a temporary reprieve to Nathan Dunlap who is on Colorado’s death row. In 1993, Dunlap walked into a Chuck E. Cheese restaurant in Aurora, where he shot and killed three teenagers and a mother of two. Weir said the decision is contrary to years of litigation at taxpayer expense, the unanimous decision

of the 12-person jury in the case, and the supporting judgment of the judges and attorneys who found Dunlap to have received a fair trial. “The governor has, in effect, temporarily repealed the death penalty for just one person. In so doing, Gov. Hickenlooper has also created needless and significant uncertainty in other cases where the death penalty remains a factor. His decision has contributed significantly to the ongoing trauma to the victims’ family members.”

Pot ban planned

The Jeffco Board of County Commissioners voted 3-0 at their May 28 meeting to approve the first reading of an ordinance to ban most marijuana-related businesses on unincorporated county land. A public hearing on the ordinance will be held at a future commissioners meeting. The ban, which covers production and manufacturing facilities, testing facilities, medical marijuana centers, and retail marijuana stores, will be in effect until Feb. 1, 2015.

At the same meeting, the commissioners gave approval to enact a six-month moratorium on businesses not specifically listed in the ban, including co-op marijuana grows, private grows, and Amsterdam-style coffee shops. Recreational marijuana was legalized by state voter approval of Amendment 64. Municipalities and the state are scheduled to have regulation and licensing rules in place for marijuana-related business by October. Municipalities and counties can opt to ban such businesses instead.

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Disconnect harness, then take the leap I find it amusing, in an existential way, when the popular culture mirrors thoughts that have been running through my mind. Last week provided one of those moments. First, I was watching “The Dark Knight Rises.” At one point, our hero is abandoned in a prison which is little more than a hole in the ground. A hole which, we’re told, only one prisoner has ever escaped by climbing a series of rocks and then leaping across a chasm. We see the hero attempt and fail twice, before a fellow inmate tells him that the one prisoner who escaped was also the only one who tried the leap without a safety harness. At which point our hero makes the attempt without the safety net and completes the leap to freedom. And then, two days later, I’m with my son at “Iron Man 3,” when, much to my dismay, one of the characters delivers the line “I need to thank you, Tony. Twelve

rainy day;” we’ve even got entire branches of government dedicated to being a “safety net.” But sometimes that leaping without the safety net is the only way to reach your destination. Not to belabor the pop culture references, but even the last “Star Trek” movie had a character encouraging James T. Kirk to join Starfleet because he has a quality of “leaping before you look” that Starfleet has lost. Sometimes, desperation is exactly the catalyst that will transform training and desire into accomplishment, and the only way to make it happen is to simply take that leap of faith. So, in one last piece of advice to the graduating class of 2013, let me just remind you that the Wright Brothers didn’t have a plan B when they took off from Kitty Hawk, nor did Stravinsky preview “The Rite of Spring” for a safe, friendly audience, nor did Einstein say “E equals roughly m c-

years ago, you gave me a gift — the gift of desperation.” I know it’s, well, sort of simplistic to try to extract wisdom from summer blockbusters, but sometimes it’s just there for the taking. I’m slowly coming to the realization at this advanced age that risk is a very good thing, and that safety is not all that it is cracked up to be. We’re told “All things in moderation;” we’re told “save against a

Unidentified sources need to get real Ah, the intrigue of information and the laxity of language that allows it. Perhaps you wonder, as I do, about unnamed sources, those who speak on condition of anonymity because they are (fill in the blank): familiar with the investigation, close to the White House, and/or childhood friends of the person in question—and who are “not authorized” to speak about the situation at hand. I’m not referring here to corporate or government whistleblowers, individuals brave enough — or foolish enough, depending on your point of view — to step forward with information about illegal, immoral, or unethical events. (Daniel Ellsberg and the Pentagon Papers come to mind.) I’m talking about people who deliberately defy the responsibilities of their positions by insisting they not be identified even as they spew forth with the goods. Earlier this month, for example, in a national news article, law enforcement officers “familiar with the investigation” revealed details about the kidnapping of the young women in Ohio. These officers, however, did not want to be identified because they were “not authorized” to talk about it. Then, why did they? Were they exposing wrongdoing by the investigators? Were they legitimate whistle-

blowers revealing gross misconduct, violations of human rights, or the suppression of information essential to pursuing justice in this case? Nope. One named the number of weapons found in the home. The other revealed details of the victims’ conditions. This audacious — and unidentified — source went on to discuss a “working theory” of how the victims dealt with the situation. Really? Of course, the fact that the information was published also begs the question of why the media chose to run it. The answer is not as fundamental as asserting freedom of the press — news organizations aren’t persecuted for printing this stuff. (On the other hand, are you following reports of the Justice Department’s clandestine seizure of Associated Press phone records?) Nor is the answer as simplistic as “that’s what the public wants.” Other factors are in play here, such as the ongoing pell-mell rush by media outlets to be first with breaking news in a 24/7 information environment.

Yet, is disclosure of the number of weapons — on condition of anonymity — the kind of breaking news that citizens of a democratic society need to know from an unnamed source? I think not. What about revealing — through an unidentified source — the physical conditions of victims who are pleading for their privacy? Although this information may serve the prurient interests of an ever-moredemanding segment of society, to decent sensibilities it’s often just repulsive. If I were one of the victims, I would feel betrayed. As an observer, I have trouble trusting anyone who won’t be named because such “sources” could say anything, whether it’s true or not. I’m willing to wait until the news is released through official channels by real people with real names who are authorized to speak. And to all the unnamed, unidentified sources close to the situation who — to questionable benefit — speak on condition of anonymity, I say: Get real or go home. Andrea Doray is a writer, news maven, and word watcher who believes in our First Amendment rights to free speech and a free press, especially when we have something worth saying. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.

squared, give or take a little.” These giants went all in, pedal to the medal, and that’s why we know their names now and why the world is different today than it was in their day. Bear in mind, of course, that they all also spent years honing their skills, checking their numbers, and preparing themselves for their great leaps. But, in the end, there was only men, faith, and giant chasms. So choose your path, follow your passion, and work your tails off to be prepared. And then, when the time is right, disconnect the harness and take the leap. Good luck out there, class of 2013! Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.

WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL ON THE RECORD Westminster City Council voted on the following legislation during its May 20 meeting. Council members in attendance were Mayor Nancy McNally; Mayor Pro Tem Faith Winter and councilors Bob Briggs, Mark Kaiser, Mary Lindsey and Scott Major.

that sells a variety of ballpark type foods and beverages. The city is also interested in opening a concession stand at Christopher Fields to include the sale of beer during adult athletic and concert events. The city is not interested in being the vendor of the concession stand and has negotiated with Top One, Inc. to be the vendor.

Funds to be appropriated to simplify administrative procedures

Council unanimously passed Councilor’s Bill No. 20 on first reading, providing for a supplemental appropriation of funds to the 2013 budget of the General, Legacy Ridge, Heritage at Westmoor, General Capital Outlay Replacement, Parks Open Space and Trails and General Capital Improvement Funds. At the end of each quarter, staff prepares an ordinance to appropriate unanticipated revenues received during the quarter. Preparing quarterly supplemental appropriation requests is done to simplify administrative procedures and reduce paperwork.

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Council unanimously passed Councilor’s Bill No. 21 on first reading authorizing the city manager to enter into a two-year lease agreement with the option of a three year additional term with Top One, Inc. to operate a concession stand at Christopher Fields

Council unanimously passed Councilor’s Bill No. 22 on first reading, authorizing the early appropriation of FY2012 carryover funds into the FY2013 budget of the General Capital Improvement Fund in the amount of $110,721 for the Promenade Light Tower Conversion project. An early supplemental appropriation is requested to fund the Promenade light tower project scheduled for completion in June 2013. Finance staff is finalizing the audit and has identified that funds are available in the General Capital Improvement Fund (GCIF) through FY2012 carryover for this expense. The Promenade Light Towers are being converted to light emitting diode to increase durability and energy efficiency. The next council meeting is at 7 p.m. on Monday, June 10, at City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Ave. in Westminster. — Compiled by Ashley Reimers

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WESTMINSTER NEWS IN A HURRY City selected for GIS award

The City of Westminster has been selected to receive the distinguished Special Achievement in Geographic Information Systems (SAG) award from Esri, a global company that develops GIS mapping software, solutions, services, map apps and data. This award is given to agencies around the world to recognize their outstanding work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology. The city stood out from more than 100,000 others during the selection process. Being selected for this award is a very significant achievement and illustrates some of the tremendous accomplishments the city has had with GIS over the years. The award focuses on specific successes achieved by the Public Works and Utilities Department in GIS connectivity using ArcGIS Online when in the field. This allows field crews to gain efficiencies by always being connected to mapping data even when outside of the office.

Kids “Dig Into Reading,” teens go “Beneath The Surface” and adults find “Groundbreaking Reads” with the Westminster Public Library Summer Reading Program. Earn prizes for reading books and participating in library-related activities from June 1-Aug. 3. To register for the reading program visit http://www.ci.westminster.co.us/Libraries. aspx.

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Taxing Internet sales levels playing field The old adage about “good things are worth waiting for” may be applicable in the case of enabling legislation to tax Internet sales of commodities like clothing, books, appliances, tools and a plethora of other things us consumers enjoy. It has been a long journey, but it is “looking up” both at the federal and state levels. It would take authorizing legislation both by Congress and the Colorado Legislature to allow the state and local governments to impose and collect their respective sales taxes on such sales transactions.

EQUAL TREATMENT NEEDED

For many years, brick and mortar “main street” retailers and local government officials have argued that an unfair taxing policy exists as Internet sales have jumped upward. Local merchants are mandated to collect and remit sales tax on all eligible purchases made at the store.

However, the same items are not taxed if purchased via the Internet, and there is not a physical store in the taxing agency’s boundaries. This puts the local brick and mortar retailers at a disadvantage. Also, as more and more consumers rely on “shopping on-line,” fewer in-store sales are realized, and profits decline and more vacant stores are realized.

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What are some of the best summer activities for children? With the end of the school year fast approaching and warm weather on the way, we asked staff and volunteers at Eiber Elementary what are some of the best summer activities for children?

Biking is a great activity for kids – it’s a way for them to exercise, and it’s transportation for them at the same time. - A.J. Stapleton

Going to all the parks we have in Lakewood, and especially the water parks are great. - Sara Goodrich

Soccer is great, so is swimming, biking and going to skateboard parks. - Jeremiah Johnson

The important thing is for kids to be outside, and once they’re out there are so many things they can do. - Jeff Fleck

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vorable to enacting the required legislation to establishing taxing sales on the Internet. The Marketplace Fairness Act is the enabling bill which needs to be approved and signed by the President Barack Obama. He has indicated he will sign the bill if it makes it way to him. The bill has recently passed the U.S. Senate, but the House of Representatives will be a tougher sell. Also, authorizing legislation is required at the state level. At the recently completed legislative session, the Colorado Legislature passed the needed enabling legislation. Assuming all approvals are realized, it is projected that the State of Colorado would realize $73 million per year in additional revenue. I have not seen any projections for Colorado municipalities yet, but it clearly would be a meaningful boost in revenue from out-of-state retailers who are selling goods on the Internet such as Amazon and Ebay.

HEALTHY MAIN STREET NEEDED

I know we the public are not “gung-ho” about having more taxes to pay. But this tax change would “level the playing field” among all retailers. Plus, it would add support and strength to our local retailers in the shopping centers, malls and specialty stores. We should want a healthy “main street.” Those retailers provide jobs that have been drying up as Internet sales have exploded. Internet sales hit a record high of $226 billion last year which represents a 16 percent increase from the previous year. It will be interesting to see how U.S. House of Representatives votes on the enabling legislation. The Tea Party probably is jumping at the chance to kill this bill. Bill Christopher is former city manager of Westminster and used to represent District J on the RTD board of directors.

A letter from Mom I always enjoy hearing from our faithful readers. Bob Brown, the good neighbor up the street, gave me this little gem and I’m sharing it with you. Here it is, thanks Bob! Dear Son: Just a few lines to let you know that I’m still alive. I’m writing this letter slowly because I know that you cannot read fast. You won’t know the house when you come home … we’ve moved. I won’t be able to send you the address as the last family that lived here took the numbers with them for their next house, so they wouldn’t have to change their address. About your father ... he has a lovely new job. He has over 525 men under him. He is cutting the grass at the cemetery. There was a washing machine in the new house when we moved in, but it isn’t working so good. Last week I put in 14 shirts into it, pulled the chain, and I haven’t seen the shirts since. Your sister Mary had a baby this spring. I haven’t found out if it is a boy or a girl, so I don’t know if you are an uncle or an aunt. Your uncle Dick drowned last week in a vat of whiskey in the brewery. Some of his fellow workers dived in to save him but he fought them off bravely. We cremated his body, and it took three days to put out the fire. Your father didn’t have much to drink at Christmas, I put a bottle of castor oil in his pint of beer. It kept him going until New Year ’s Day. I went to the doctor on Thursday and your father came with me. The doctor put a small glass tube into

my mouth and told me not to open it for 10 minutes. Your father offered to buy it from him. It only rained twice last week. First for three days, and then for four days. Monday was so windy that one of our chickens laid the same egg four times. We had a letter yesterday from the undertaker. He said if the last installment wasn’t paid on your grandmother within seven days, up she comes. Your loving mother P.S. I was going to send you $10 but I had already sealed the envelope.

Quote of the week “It’s nice because we do it twice.” Sonin-law, Bill White 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.

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Burger baron branches out

WHAT: Life on Colorado Railroads: The American Passenger Car Era, 1930 to 1970

Smashburger founder Tom Ryan, the man who also brought you Tom’s Urban 24, a 24-hour diner style restaurant on Larimer Square, just opened another fastcasual eatery, Live Basil Pizza, at 6305 E. Hampden Ave. in Denver, on May 23. The new chain plans to open more outlets. The process is similar to Denverbased Chipotle Mexican Grill, where customers go through a line choosing what ingredients they want on their thin-crust pizzas before the dough goes in an oven that can cook a pizza in 150 seconds, according to an Associated Press report. “Co-founder Ryan says he thinks fresh, fast pizzas made before a customer’s eyes is where the market is heading,” according to the story. “A handful of shops, including 800 Degrees in Los Angeles, has similar concepts. Plans for such a chain were announced previously under the name Honest Pizza.” Honestly? I just want my pizza delivered to my house hot and in under an hour. On another pizza note, Pizzeria Locale from the Frasca folks will open at Sixth and Broadway (also known as the impossible place to park safely) next week.

WHERE: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Ave. in Golden

Dog-gone good eatin’ at DIA

Riding the rails

An advertisement for railroad travel, highlighting the comforts of the newly designed trains. Courtesy photos

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New Railroad Museum exhibit looks at golden age of train travel By Clarke Reader

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olorado and the West was built by the railroads, but as the region increased in population, trains transformed from a means of transport to a kind of travel to be enjoyed. The “Life on Colorado Railroads: The American Passenger Car Era, 1930 to 1970” exhibit at the Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Ave. in Golden, takes visitors on an in-depth tour of the era when passenger train travel was at its peak. “It’s really exciting to have this new exhibit up,” said Donald Tallman, executive director of the museum. “This is the second exhibit in a three-part series on railroads, with the first being about the construction of the railroad.” According to Lauren Giebler, curator of the museum, the modern American passenger car era began in the 1930s when railroad companies transitioned from steam to diesel locomotives, and changed the look of their trains in an effort to attract more passengers. “Inspired by the Art Deco movement, railroads applied clean, unbroken lines, rounded corners, and gleaming metal bodies to trains and locomotive,” she said. “Projecting an

image of speed and power, the new trains symbolized the modernization of America.” Traveling on trains became a far more upscale affair for those who could afford it, with sleeping car porters, courier nurses and other people who specialized in making the travel experience as comfortable as possible being added to a railroad’s staff. “In this era it was not just about the train, but how you traveled as a guest on the train,” Tallman said. “When you traveled the companies wanted to make sure you had a nice experience, and hired people to take care of you.” The exhibit will feature photos of the new railroad staff, from porters, cooks and stewards to courier nurses, engineers and more. It will also feature eyewitness testimonies collected by Giebler, including an Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe (ATSF) Railway courier nurse and engineer and a Denver and Rio Grande Western (DRGW) Railroad yardman, among others. As technology and design advanced, the trains became faster. In 1937, the ATSF’s diesel-electric Super Chief train shortened the travel time from Chicago to Los Angeles from 55 hours to just under 40. To get a sense of the new train

A Santa Fe diesel-electric train, showing off the Art Deco-inspired design of the new trains from 1930-70.

If you go

WHEN: Museum opened daily from 9 a.m. to

5 p.m.

COST: Members and children under 2 free; children (2-15), $5; adults (16-59), $10; senior (60-plus), $8; family, $20 INFORMATION: 303-279-4591 or www. coloradorailroadmuseum.org design that allowed for both speed and comfort, Giebler and a group of volunteers worked for two weeks fabricating a threequarter sized Navajo round-end observation car complete with a sleeping berth. Giebler added that this period was the zenith of railroading not only because of the advancements, but because of the employees’ experience. She said that strong wages, standardized working hours, health insurance, pensions, and respect from surrounding community members created a work environment in which employees would work for 30, 40, or even 50 years. As Giebler worked on the exhibit, she said that her favorite thing about it was the light it shined on those who made the era possible. “The Passenger Car Era is especially interesting because it is all about people,” she said. “The human connection is what draws people most to history.”

Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs, the popular spot at 3525 E. Colfax Ave., has formed a joint venture with LS Travel Retail North America and Doc 1 Solutions to open a restaurant in Denver International Airport, Concourse B. The airport space will be 1,390 square feet where owner and founder Steve Ballas and his wife, Linda, will serve a litter of their famous hot dogs along with sides such as the scrumptious deep-fried green beans. Voted “Best Hot Dogs in Denver” for six years in a row and 11th on the list of “Best Hot Dog Across America,” Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs has been catering to Denver residents and visitors for seven years in its Colfax location. Its restaurant is one of the most authentic and welcoming in the area, and its menu has a unique “homemade” feel. It includes hot dogs, burgers, and sides such as French fries, onion rings, potato tots and chili con carne. Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs is a supporter of local organizations, such as Project Angel Heart, which serves meals to people with life-threatening conditions. “This is a dream come true for my wife and I … we’re walking on air in the Mile High City! We’re super excited to be part of this and look forward to working with our partners and the airport team to introduce the world to the city’s best hot dogs,” Ballas said. A dine-in restaurant, the DIA Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs also will feature take-out options for travelers in a rush, including “Steve’s On The Go”: a grab-and-go counter offering ready-made hot dogs, breakfast sandwiches and wraps. Partnering with the Colorado native Bull & Bush Pub and Brewery — winner of a Gold Award at the World Beer Cup, the world’s largest beer competition — the location also will feature a large bar offering beer, bottled and on tap. Parker continues on Page 18

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“We are pleased to have Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs, and for the first time, LS travel retail, join our team,” said John Ackerman, chief commercial officer at Denver International Airport. “Steve’s is a popular local brand that will enhance the overall offerings at DIA, and help diversify our concessions.” With this new award, LS travel retail North America, which is already operating restaurants in Aspen and Vail airports, is further increasing its footprint in Colorado, and in the food business. Set to open in winter 2014, the restaurant is expected to generate about $2.8 million in annual sales throughout the term of the seven-year contract. With more than 50 million passengers traveling through the airport each year, DIA is one of the busiest airline hubs in the world’s largest aviation market. DIA is the fifth busiest airport in the United States and the 11th-busiest in the world. LS travel retail operates a network of local, national and international news and gifts, specialty retail, food and beverage and duty-free brands in more than 20 countries, including 245 locations in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean.

Celebrate the Wild West

Get your cowboy on this summer at the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden. Wild West Day is coming to the museum on June 22 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.) and a family-friendly adventure. Ride behind a 1880s steam locomotive in vintage passenger cars and experience firsthand what it was like to travel in the Old West. Outlaws, lawmen, ladies and gentlemen from Monarch Productions will bring the Wild West back to life with their famed, fast-draw contests, train robberies and sharpshooting exhibitions. Train rides depart every 30 minutes between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The museum is located at 17155 W. 44th Avenue in Golden. For more information, go online to coloradorailroadmuseum.org, click on “events” and then “special events.”

Sand in the City, Arvada style

Arvada is hosting Colorado’s first Sand in the City event June 14-15. Local businesses, community members, master sculptors and architects will form a dozen teams that will create sculptures made from more than 60 tons of sand. The completed sculptures can be viewed from 4 to 8 p.m. June 14 and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 15 outside the Arvada Center for Performing Arts at 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. The Arvada Chamber of Commerce partnered with several event sponsors including Integrated Snow Removal, State Farm Union Station secures eateries Insurance and Arvada Rent Alls. Larimer Associates and their partVisitors to the free event also can enners announced the first three major joy live music by local bands including restaurant tenants for the rebirth of Branded Bandits, Burnt Lips and The Union Station, under major construcDuke Street Kings. tion on Wynkoop Street in Lower Amusement rides, food, refreshDowntown. The three newcomers will ments and a gigantic sandbox are also be The Kitchen Next Door (a sibling of part of the festival. The Kitchen at 1530 16th St. and the Denver;Lakeside Heating & A/C Inc.;C09239;6.78x6 (b1)

“We’re thrilled to host Colorado’s first Sand in the City event and put the city of Arvada on the map as a great place to work, live and play,” said Arvada Chamber President Dot Wright. “The event connects Arvada’s community members with Arvada businesses, who together drive the economic and social success of our city.”

Trip down memory lane … in Arvada

Earlier this month, Mr. On The Town and I took a trip down memory lane … at least for my hubby, who lived in Arvada for seven-plus years. A lot has changed since 1998! The Friday night adventure in Olde Town Arvada began at Arvada Beer Company. Housed in a historic building that was built in 1916, Arvada Beer has an extensive beer list that changes seasonally. Warning: No alcohol or wine is served here, but this is a mecca for beer lovers. Around the corner, at 5707 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., we moved on to Arvada Tavern. Like much of Olde Town Arvada, the Tavern is steeped in history. The Arvada Tavern was issued the first tavern’s license by the town of Arvada in 1933. While keeping much of the exterior and decorating the interior with photos of Arvada’s past, the Tavern has added modern touches in decor and its menu. Our group of seven, including five Arvada residents (two former Denver Post colleagues, their wives and a neighbor), enjoyed dinner and drinks in a delightful, quiet area in the back of the eatery. We noshed on ribs, wings, Bavarian pretzels, green chile and entrees, including the Colorado spiced trout and steak melt. Olde Town Arvada is hopping on the weekends, we’re told, and we cannot wait to go back. And don’t forget the RTD Fastracks Gold Line is scheduled to run right through Olde Town in 2016.

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Eavesdropping on Facebook about an indignant elderly woman as the lights come up in Littleton for intermission of Town Hall Arts Center’s production of the classic musical “Hair”: “I thought this was `HairSPRAY!’” 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. Send her Mile High Life column tips and eavesdroppings at parkerp1953@gmail.com or at 303-619-5209.

YOUR WEEK & MORE THURSDAY/MAY 30 FRIENDS NIGHT FRIENDS of Broomfield plans its May Friends Night Out from 5:30-9 p.m. Thursday, May 30, at Boondocks Fun Center for three hours of unlimited play. Meet at FRIENDS Place, 555 Alter St., Suite 19E, Broomfield. Please eat before arriving; dinner is not included. Participants are welcome to bring extra money for food and drinks, but it is not included in the fee. The deadline to register is Monday, May 27. Contact Molly Coufal, evening/social program director, info@friendsofbroomfield.org or 303-404-0123.

BIBLE SCHOOL First Congregational Church of Eastlake has scheduled its Vacation Bible School for children in preschool to 12 years old. No registration is required. Scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, May 31, and Saturday, June 1, the camp theme is “Everywhere Fun Fair” and will feature crafts, songs, food and fun. The Vacation Bible School is free to all participants. It will take place at 12630 Second St. in Eastlake. For information, contact 303-452-1681 or rlcbert2@msn.com.

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major driver of the legislation. “Whatever happened to the simple, ‘Hey, low bid? Qualified bidder? Sold?’” said Sen. Kevin Grantham, R-Canon City, during a Senate debate earlier this month. “That’s good for the taxpayer.” But bill supporters believe there should be more to the process than just low bids. “A low bid may cost less, but at the end of the day, it may not be the best value for the taxpayer,” Kerr said. And bill sponsors disagree that this bill is all about making unions happy. “I wasn’t trying to protect one kind of worker over the other,” said Sen. Jeanne Nicholson, D-Black Hawk. “I think the important thing is that local taxpayers are protected and that jobs stay here, at the end of the day.”

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FRIDAY/MAY 31 TO JUNE 9 THE MOUSETRAP The Player’s Guild at the Festival Playhouse presents “The Mousetrap,” by Agatha Christie, playing May 31 through June 9 at 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Call 303-422-4090 or visit www.festivalplayhouse.com. Appropriate for all ages. SATURDAY/JUNE 1 TRAILS DAY Celebrate Arvada’s annual Trails Day by getting

outdoors, moving your feet, pedaling your bike or just celebrating being outside from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1. Learn about Arvada’s bike friendly streets and 125-mile trail system at this free family event, hosted by Majestic View Nature Center and Two Ponds Wildlife Refuge. Free ice cream is provided by Scrumptious and hot dogs will be grilled by the Arvada Fire Protection District. The event is organized by the Arvada Festivals Commission, Majestic View Nature Center, Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge and the Arvada Parks Advisory Committee. A free shuttle service between Majestic View and Two Ponds is offered, and parking is available at Majestic View Nature Center and at the Medical Center lot on the southeast corner of 80th and Kipling. For information and/or to volunteer, call 720-8987400 or visit www.arvadafestivals.com.

SUMMER KICKOFF Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp’s annual summer

kickoff is from 3-5 p.m. Saturday, June 1, in the backyard gardens at Jane and Bob Banzin’s home, 5630 W. 102nd Place, Westminster. Come enjoy some delicious food and fabulous conversation with your neighbors. A suggested donation is requested. Visit www.tracyforstaterep.com/events-2 to RSVP and for more details.

SENIOR LAW The Jeffco District Attorney’s Senior Law Day, from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 1, offers educational seminars for seniors and adults who may be facing challenges with their aging parents. Jefferson County’s population is aging and this information can change the quality of life for seniors and their adult children. KCNC’s Jim Benemann will emcee. Fee includes breakfast and lunch. The event is at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road. Call 303-271-6970. CLOUD PARTY The Cloud Foundation and Horse Protection

League celebrate Cloud’s 18th birthday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at the Horse Protection League, Churches Ranch, 17999 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call the Cloud Foundation at 719-633-3842.

SUNDAY/JUNE 2 LEAVES OF Hope Exempla Lutheran Medical Center presents its National Cancer Survivors Day – Leaves of Hope Run/Walk from 7:30 a.m. to noon Sunday, June 2, at 8300 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Events include a survivors’ breakfast, 5K/10K run/ walk, free kids dash, 1 mile family fun run, entertainment and exhibition booths. Full event schedule is available at www. leavesofhope.org/event-schedule. Register online by May 31 for discounted fee, www.leavesofhope.org. MONDAY/JUNE 3, JUNE 4-6, JUNE 10 LACROSSE CAMP The Green Mountain boys lacrosse team

hosts summer lacrosse camps for all skill levels. The camps are run by the Green Mountain varsity and junior varsity coaches, with help from varsity players. A rookie skills camp for all ages is from 6-8 p.m. Monday, June 3, and Monday, June 10 at the school. All incoming fifth- to eighth-grade players are invited to a skills camp from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, to Thursday, June 6,

at the school. The camp is designed for those with some experience. All equipment is required for this camp. All incoming ninth- to 12th-graders can play in weekly 7v7 games from 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays in June at the school. Full gear required. For information or to register, visit www.ragingramslax.org; email questions to Nate Hallahan, Green Mountain boys head coach, at hallahan22@yahoo.com.

Rescue District as they are treated to lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Pulled pork sandwiches, coleslaw, beans, chips, cookies and lemonade will be served. RSVP at 303-450-8801.

THURSDAY/JUNE 6 POWER OF Magic As part of the Break Escapes Series, which provides fun shows for young audiences, Erica Sodos is ready to delight magic lovers of all ages at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 6, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive. Her one-woman show is entertaining and interactive. Cost is $3.75 per person. Call 303-450-8800 for information.

MONDAY TO THURSDAY/JUNE 3-6, AUG. 5-8 VOLLEYBALL CAMP Students going into fourth to eighth

grades are invited to Arvada West volleyball camps June 3-6 at Arvada West High School and Aug. 5-8 at Moore Middle School. Contact Debbie Pospisil at dpospisi@jeffco.k12.co.us.

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half-day singing camp. Camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon Monday to Friday from June 3-14 in Westminster. Camp is limited to 25 participants. It is taught by choral directors Stacey Monahan and Jeannie Card. Details and online registration at https:// sites.google.com/site/pzazzcamp or by calling Jeannie Card at 303-466-8275.

BREAKFAST MEETING Wilmore-Richter American Legion Post 161 will have a roundtable issues breakfast meeting at 7 a.m. Friday, June 7, at 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. Guest speaker is Pam Anderson, Jefferson County clerk. Breakfast will be served at 6:45 a.m. and the presentation starts at 7 a.m. Contact the American Legion at 303-424-0324 or alp161@ hotmail.com.

TUESDAY/JUNE 4 ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION How to respond to illegal immigration will be explored at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, titled “Kids Without a Country: An Illegal Immigrant’s Story,” features the filmed story of Reyna Grande, who crossed the border with her family illegally when she was 9 years old. The Lifetree program explores the challenges facing immigration reform, including issues surrounding children of illegal immigrants. Grande, now a teacher and author, describes the border crossing and her subsequent life as an undocumented alien. She’s the author of “The Distance Between Us.” Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual coffeehouse-type setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@ peacelutheran.net.

COMING SOON/JUNE 7 CAKE BAKE-OFF The Festive Friday pie bake-offs have gone so well, let’s see what kind of cakes people can come up with. The cake bake-off will be at 1 p.m. Friday, June 7, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Prizes and bragging rights go to the winners. Sign up at the senior center. For people ages 55 and over. Call 303-450-8801 for information. COMING SOON/JUNE 7, JUNE 14 SIMPLE FIX Foothills Animal Shelter’s mobile spay and neuter surgery program brings affordable spay/neuter procedures for cats and dogs to a variety of convenient locations throughout Wheat Ridge and Westminster. This program has been coordinated in partnership with Jefferson County Animal Control, Westminster Animal Management and Wheat Ridge Animal Control. The program will be offered Fridays June 7 and June 14. Check-in is at 7:30 a.m., and surgery space is limited. No appointments needed; program available on a first-come, first-served basis. Pets go home the same day; owners should pick up their pet between 3-4 p.m. For information on costs and locations, visit www.FoothillsAnimalShelter.org/Clinic.

TUESDAY/JUNE 4 THEATER CLASSES The Colorado ACTS summer session starts Tuesday, June 4. It’s not too late to register. Check out www.coloradoacts.org for details and to register. Week-long to summer-long classes are offered, with kids performing shows such as “The Wizard of Oz” and “The Princess and the Pea.”

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ART EXHIBIT “Two Arts, Two Views,” featuring the art of Heather Coen and Kathie Disner, is at the Aar River Gallery, 3707 W. 73rd Ave., Westminster. First Friday opening reception is from 6-9 p.m. June 7, and the Second Saturday Art Walk and artist demos are from 1-8 p.m. June 8. Visit www.aarrivergallery.com or call 303-426-4114.

SAFE SPORTS A comprehensive child safety course that

encourages children ages 6 to 10 to get involved in sports and emphasizes the fundamental safety aspects of doing so is offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register.

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SOCCERFEST THE Rush Soccer Club invites U7-U9 developmental and recreational soccer teams to its 2013 SoccerFest from June 7-9 at Trailwinds Park in Thornton. To register, visit northarearush.com and click on the “tournaments” link on the left of the page.

LUNCH PROGRAM The Charter School Institute is participat-

ing in the Summer Food Service Program from June 3 through Aug. 3. Meals will be provided to all children for free. Meals will be provided from noon to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday at The Pinnacle Charter School, 1001 W. 84th Ave., Federal Heights. Contact Lindsay Hull at 303-866-6566 for more information.

COMING SOON/JUNE 8 GARDEN TOUR The Conflict Center’s plans its 13th annual Enchanted Gardens Tour of Northwest Denver from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 8. Attendees may visit more Job than #: 31792-32 Size: 6.78" x 6" 20 private, public and community gardens grouped in four

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neighborhood clusters. In addition, ticket holders will be able to view the lush gardens of the storied Highland’s Garden Café. All proceeds benefit The Conflict Center, a 26-year-old local nonprofit agency that promotes and teaches non-violent conflict management. Children 12 and under are admitted free with a paying adult. Tickets can be purchased on the day of the tour at The Conflict Center, 4140 Tejon St. Advance sales also are available at http://conflictcenter.org/events-test/garden-tour/.

CAR/BIKE SHOW Wilderness on Wheels, a benefit car/biker show featuring Cruisin’ Dave, is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 8, at Mile Hi Church and Paradise Cove Restaurant parking lot. Dash plaques and coffee for the first 100 entries. For more information, contact Bill or Barbara Cramer at 720-308-2239 or bcandthewheel@q.com. All donations are tax-deductable and benefit the 29 acres of forest access, hiking, camping and fishing for persons with disabilities at Grant. ART FESTIVAL The Historic Westminster Jazz and Art Festival is from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 8, at 72nd and Federal on the Hidden Lake High School athletic fields. This year the festival concert will be headlined by Grammy award winning jazz musician Nelson Rangell. Food trucks, art and craft vendors will be set up. This concert is free due to funding from the North Metro Arts Alliance and the SCFD. There is free parking. Visit www.historicwestminsterjazzfestival.com or call 303-4264114. COMING SOON/JUNE 8, JULY 13, AUG. 10 STREET FESTIVAL Summer evenings in Olde Town Arvada will again come to life at the upcoming 2nd Saturday Street Festivals, presented by Historic Olde Town Arvada. The music of local favorites Chris Daniels and the Kings, The Wendy Woo Band, and The Indulgers will echo down Grandview Avenue from 4:30-10 p.m. June 8, July 13 and Aug. 10. Visitors will find plenty of food choices, beer and wine, and shopping options from vendor booths lining the street. For information, visit www.oldetownarvada.org. COMING SOON/JUNE 9 MOTORCYCLE RIDE The seventh annual Molly-Dharma Run for Colorado animal shelters is planned for Sunday, June 9. The motorcycle ride will benefit the Intermountain Humane Society. Register at 9 a.m. at The Platte, 5995 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Ride to the IMHS shelter in Pine, 67318 Highway 285, and take a tour (adoptions/donations welcome). It ends with a party from 1-5 p.m. at T-Bird Roadhouse, 9701 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge. The ride starts at 10:30 a.m. Register online through June 3 at www.Molly-DharmaRun.org. Contact Kirk at kirkzimmerman@comcast.net or 303-548-5123, or Ken at kenmann@hotmail.com or 303-871-8290. COMING SOON/JUNE 9 QUARTET CONCERT Legacy Quartet presents a free concert at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 9, at Crossroads Church, 53 E. 128th St., Thornton. A free will offering will be taken. Contact Debbie Mittlestadt at debbie.mittlestadt@crossroadsabc.com for information. COMING SOON/JUNE 10 BULLYPROOFING/STRANGER SMARTS Kids in fourth through eighth grades will learn how to identify bullying behavior and how to stop it without causing physical harm, as well as how to make safe choices when approached by strangers. The class is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, June 10, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-450-8800 or go toBW www.northglenn.org/recxpress to Color(s): Bleed?: N register. Branch: 139-DENVER

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Holy Family’s Zach Trombley connects on a bunt during the sixth inning of the Class 3A state baseball title game on Saturday at Butch Butler Field in Greeley. The Tigers won 11-8. Photos by Jonathan Maness

Holy Family rallies to win 3A state title Tigers top defending champion Eaton in title game

By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com GREELEY — Make that a trifecta for the Holy Family Tigers. For the third time this season the Tigers are returning home with a state title, this time rolling through the Class 3A state baseball tournament for their second state title on the diamond in five years. “They just never gave up,” Holy Family coach Marc Cowell said. “I can’t be more proud of these guys.” The Tigers, who have also won state titles in girls cross country and girls basketball this season, were at their best when it counted in the tournament — rallying to an 11-8 win over defending state champion Eaton on Saturday in the title game. Holy Family lost to La Junta in the first game of the tournament, but won the next five — getting better in each game of the tournament. “This team has more heart than any team I’ve seen,” Tigers’ outfielder Conor Stanley said. “To lose the first game of the tournament and come back the way we did was absolutely outstanding.” Holy Family started its miraculous run on Friday, by topping top-seeded and previously undefeated Eaton in a must-win game. The Tigers scored seven runs in the opening inning and never looked back — beating the Reds 9-5. That wasn’t the case for Holy Family in the title game, Eaton got rolling early by getting four runs across in the second and pushing its advantage to 7-2 in the third inning. But the Tigers offense, which was practically unstoppable over the weekend, didn’t disappoint. Stanley hit an RBI double to clear the bases and gave Holy Family a 9-8 advantage in the fifth. “It was a big hit, no doubt about it,” Stanley said. Zach Trombley also had a good day for the Tigers. He hit an RBI single in third, added an RBI double in the fifth and scored Devlin Granberg on a bunt in the seventh. Jim Elliott also had three hits for Holy Family. While the Tigers were doing their job at the plate, Granberg was getting the job done on the mound for Holy Family. The junior took over the duties in the third and slowed the Reds’ offense. He held Eaton to two hits and a run the rest of the way to earn the win. “They beat us twice, and proved they Holy Family baseball team celebrates after beating Eaton in the Class 3A state baseball title game on Saturday at Butch Butler Field in Greeley. The Tigers won 11-8. were the best team in 3A,” Eaton coach Jim Danley said. The Tigers also got a little revenge in mound for the Tigers, striking out five the tournament, cruising to a 13-0 win and allowing only two hits. Trombley went 3-for-3 at the plate over Faith Christian on Saturday to seal with three RBIs, while Elliott was 1-3 their trip to the title game. Conor Stanley, outfielder The Eagles swept a doubleheader with with two runs and two RBIs. Matt Erb also went 2-3 with two RBIs and two Holy Family during the regular season. Nick Kreutzer earned the win on the runs.

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Arvada’s Samantha Salazar finds the bunker but easily gets out. Photo by Daniel Williams

Golden, D’Evelyn compete at state All of 4A Jeffco represented at state championship By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com SHERIDAN — D’Evelyn sophomore Emilee Strausburg was 4A Jeffco’s top performer at the 2013 Girls Golf CHSAA State Championship Monday and Tuesday at Broken Tee Golf Course. The consistent Strausburg finished 13th overall in the state shooting rounds 84 and 86 for a 170 total. “She is just different than most other golfers. She really doesn’t take it too seriously and just enjoys it,” D’Evelyn coach

Jon McVey said. “And she is really good. Montrose’s Kala Keltz took home the state title producing rounds of 70 and 76. While second, third and fourth places could have gone in either direction, Keltz was clearly the class of the tournament. “It feels amazing,” Keltz said. “It was pretty windy but I putted really well today.” Golden had three girls qualify for the state tournament. Megan Vernon, Rachel Joha and Karli Denk all represented the Demons at Broken Tee. Vernon finished 28th overall shooting 91 and 86. Joha finished 31st shooting 91 and 88, and Denk finished 35th shooting 92 and 89. After a Monday where the Demons felt like they left a lot of strokes on the course

they rebounded nicely on Tuesday as all three girls shot lower scores. “We had a lot better second day then we did first day of the tournament, the girls were more comfortable today,” Golden coach John Anderson said. “But overall our girls really shot well. We had a great season.” Green Mountain’s Nicole Rooney was Jeffco’s second best finisher at 26th overall. Wheat Ridge’s Leah Donnelly was the model of consistency as she finished in the top half of the tournament with scores of 91 and 91 for 36th place overall. And Arvada’s Samantha Salazar was excellent on Monday shooting an 86 which has her hanging around the leaderboard. However, on Tuesday she shot a 98 finishing in 40th place.

Tigers surround Tiara Rado at 5A State Championship Pomona, Ralston Valley and Arvada West all in action By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@ourcoloradonews. com GRAND JUNCTION — Tigers were lurking all over the golf course. Four Lakewood girls were in the field Tuesday and Wednesday at the 2013 Golf CHSAA 5A State Championship at Tiara Rado Golf Course. Cherry Creek’s Callie Ringsby ran away with the championship shooting back-to-back 73s. Ringsby’s score of 146 was seven strokes better than second place Jenni Chun’s total of 153. Pomona’s Zarena Brown was one of the top 5A Jeffco finishers at 25th place with her rounds of 86 and 81 for a 167 total score. In addition, 5A Jeffco had girls scattered all over the course with not only four Lakewood Tigers, but two Ralston Valley Mustangs and two Arvada West Wildcats. Lakewood’s Emma Hesse was

the Tigers’ top finisher at 66th place shooting 105 and 101. Following Hesse was Alea Armintrout who finished 76th, shooting 117 and 112. And Lakewood’s Emily Fricke finished in 79th with rounds of 114 and 122, and Alta Bobian finished 83rd with a score of 285 total. Ralston Valley’s Ashlyn Kirschner finished 34th with rounds of 85 and 91 for a 176 total. Fellow Mustang McKenzie Smith finished 60th with 96 and 103 for a 199 final score. Arvada West’s Ali Peper, who has been one of Jeffco’s best golfers all season, finished 34th after consistent rounds of 87 and 89 for a 176 total score. And A-West’s Dakota Berdahl finished 81st with 124 and 117 rounds and a 241 score.

List of 5A finishers includes:

1. Calli Ringsby, Cherry Creek, 73-73—146 2. Jenni Chun, Highlands Ranch, 75-78—153 T3. Hannah Wood, Arapahoe, 80-75—155

T3. Sarah Hankins, Legacy, 79-76—155 T3. Sydney Merchant, Dakota Ridge, 76-79—155 T25. Zarena Brown, Pomona, 86-81—167 T34. Ali Peper, Arvada West, 87-89—176 T34. Ashlyn Kirschner, Ralston Valley, 85-91—176 60. McKenzie Smith, Ralston Valley, 96-103—199 T66. Emma Hesse, Lakewood, 105-101—206 76. Alea Armintrout, Lakewood, 117-112—229 T79. Emily Fricke, Lakewood, 114-122—236 81. Dakota Berdahl, Arvada West, 124-117—241 83. Alta Bobian, Lakewood, 140-145—285

Legacy’ High School’s Sarah Hankins reacts to sinking a 15-foot putt on the 9th hole during the second round of the 2013 CHSAA 5A Girl’s Golf State Championship held at the Tiara Rado Golf Course in Grand Junction. Photo by Charles Pearson

List of 4A finishers includes:

1. Kala Keltz, Montrose, 76-70—146 2. Jennifer Kupcho, Jefferson Academy, 75-73—148 3. Taylor Dorans, Broomfield, 75-76— 151 4. Alex Trask, Bishop Machebeuf, 7974—153 12. Hannah More, Mullen, 89-81—170 13. Emilee Strausburg, D’Evelyn, 8486—170 26. Nicole Rooney, Green Mountain. 82-93—175 28. Megan Vernon, Golden, 91-86— 177 31. Rachel Joha, Golden, 91-88—179 35. Karli Denk, Golden, 92-89—181 36. Leah Donnelly, Wheat Ridge, 9191—182 40. Samantha Salazar, Arvada, 8698—184

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Sports quiz 1. Who was the last New York Yankees starting pitcher before Hiroki Kuroda in 2012 to shut out an opponent on two hits or less? 2. In 2012, Alfonso Soriano became the sixth player in major-league history to have at least 1,000 RBIs, 350 homers, 400 doubles and 250 steals. Name three of the first five. 3. Which team was the first in NFL history to block a punt and take the ball into the end zone for the winning touchdown in overtime? 4. When was the last time an NCAA Tournament final in men’s basketball was decided by a point? 5. How many NHL teams have gone at least 10-0 in a full calendar month before Pittsburgh did it in 2013? 6. In 2012, Landon Donovan became the third player in Major League Soccer history to win five championships. Name either of the other two to do it. 7. Who was the first American to win a world judo championship?

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1. Chien-Ming Wang, in 2006. 2. Barry Bonds, Andre Dawson, Willie Mays, Alex Rodriguez and Gary Sheffield. 3. Arizona, in 2008. 4. It was 1989 -- Michigan topped Seton Hall in overtime, 80-79. 5. None. 6. Jeff Agoos and Brian Mullan. 7. Ann-Maria Burns, in 1984. 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

CITY OF WESTMINSTER NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR'S SETTLEMENT Pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., notice is hereby given that on the 18th day of June, 2013, at Westminster, Colorado, final settlement will be made by the City with Brannan Construction Company, hereinafter called the "Contractor," for and on account of the contract for the construction of a Project described as 78th Avenue and Stuart Place Water Mains Replacement.

Government Legals CITY OF WESTMINSTER NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – CITY COUNCIL Notice is hereby given to all interested persons that a public hearing will be held by the City Council of the City of Westminster on June 10, 2013, at 7 p.m., at the Westminster City Hall, 4800 West 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Colorado. The purpose of this hearing is to consider an Amended Preliminary Development Plan for the Wandering View subdivision and Amended Official Development Plan for the Valle Vista Commercial development at the northwest corner of 104th Avenue and Federal Boulevard. The developer is proposing to amend the retail uses and the required parking for the shopping center. Copies of all application materials and the proposed plans submitted by the applicant, as well as all informational material submitted by others, that will be considered by the City Council at this hearing are available for inspection at the Westminster Planning Division. Questions or comments can be directed to Michele McLoughlin, Planner III at 303-658-2098. Mac Cummins Planning Manager Published in the Westsider May 31, 2013 00041117 CITY OF WESTMINSTER NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR'S SETTLEMENT Pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., notice is hereby given that on the 18th day of June, 2013, at Westminster, Colorado, final settlement will be made by the City with Brannan Construction Company, hereinafter called the "Contractor," for and on account of the contract for the construction of a Project described as 78th Avenue and Stuart Place Water Mains Replacement. 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

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 June 13, 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 30th day of May, 2013. CITY OF WESTMINSTER /s/ Martin R. McCullough City Attorney Published in the Westsider First publication: May 31, 2013 Last publication: June 7, 2013 00042213

CITY OF WESTMINSTER NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – PLANNING COMMISSION Notice is hereby given to all interested persons that the Planning Commission of the City of Westminster will hold a public hearing on June 11, 2013 at 7 p.m., at the Westminster City Hall, 4800 West 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Colorado. The purpose of this hearing is to consider a variance from the requirements of Section 11-11-7 (A)(1) of the Westminster Municipal Code which prohibits monument signs in R-1 zoned districts. The First Southern Baptist Church, located at 7990 Lowell Boulevard, is seeking this variance to allow their existing monument sign to remain in its current location and allow for potential future upgrades. Copies of all application materials and the proposed plans submitted by the applicant, as well as all informational material submitted by others, that will be considered by the Planning Commission at this hearing, are available for inspection at the Westminster Planning Division. Questions or comments can be directed to the

Faith Christian falls in semifinals at state Eagles beaten by eventual state champ Holy Family in 3A championship series By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com LAKEWOOD — The Eagles have finally fallen. Faith Christian’s run toward a state title ended Saturday with a 13-0 loss to Holy Family in the semifinals of the Class 3A baseball championship series. After beating La Junta 7-1 on Friday to advance to the last day of the tournament, the power went out for the Eagles against Holy Family. Holy Family went on a remarkable run beating then undefeated Eaton — not only once but twice — in the double elimination tournament to take home the 3A state title. But before facing Eaton again in the championship game, Holy Family was dominant against Faith Christian. After scoring seven runs the day before, the Eagles were shut out against Holy Family. “That is a very good team Holy Family has, we knew that, every team in this tournament is capable of beating each other and that proved true,” said Faith Christian coach Ralph Nance. “We still had an excellent season and one to be proud of. Only one team can win the thing.” The Eagles finished their season 21-4 and as 3A/2A Metro League Champions going 15-0 in league play. Faith Christian had only two returning varsity players, but the Eagles opened their season winning 16 CITY OF WESTMINSTER of their first 17 games of the season. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – PLANNING COMMISSION Faith Christian was also a monNotice is hereby given to all interested persons that the Planning Commission of the City of Westminster will hold a public hearing on June 11, 2013 at 7 p.m., at the Westminster City Hall, 4800 West 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Colorado. The purpose of this hearing is to consider a variance from the requirements of Section 11-11-7 (A)(1) of the Westminster Municipal Code which prohibits monument signs in R-1 zoned districts. The First Southern Baptist Church, located at 7990 Lowell Boulevard, is seeking this variance to allow their existing monument sign to remain in its current location and allow for potential future upgrades. Copies of all application materials and the proposed plans submitted by the applicant, as well as all informational material submitted by others, that will be considered by the Planning Commission at this hearing, are available for inspection at the Westminster Planning Division. Questions or comments can be directed to the City Planner, Walter G. Patrick, at 303658-2104. Mac Cummins Planning Manager

Faith Christian’s Tyler Deven connects with the ball during Saturday’s game against Holy Family during the Class 3A state baseball tournament, which was held at Butch Butler Field in Greeley. Photo by City of Westminster Jonathan Maness Summary of Proceedings

Summary of proceedings of the Westminster City Council meeting of Monday, May 20, 2013. Mayor McNally, Mayor Pro hits, 34 runs scored), Faith Christian Tem Winter, and Councillors Briggs, Kaishad perhaps the and state’s most potent er, Lindsey, Major were present at roll offense. call. Councillor Atchison was absent.

ster offensively the entire season. The Eagles produced a 3A-best 194 runs. The minutes of the regular of May The Eagles beat statemeeting champs Behind a trio of seniors (Tyler 13, 2013, were approved as presented. Tucker .446, 25 hits, two home runs; Holy Family twice during the regular Mayor issued 10-0 a proclamation to 7-0 McNally and then — durSteven Galambos (.515, 34 hits, nine season —recognize graduating seniors on the Youth REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Advisory Panel. Mayor Pro Tem Winter doubles; and Tyler Deven .479, 35 ing an April 25 doubleheader. GENERAL CONTRACTOR RFP #13-011

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.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) 13-009 LIHTC Legal Services 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. The Housing Authority, the awarding agency, is seeking proposals for legal services on an as-needed basis from a qualified firm in connection with acquisition, development, financing, rehabilitation and operation of real estate projects using Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), through the Request for Proposals (RFP) process. Questions may be directed to procure ment@achaco.com Obtain RFP Documents and Attachments at http://www.adamscounty housing.com/procurement

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Council approved the following items: April

2013 Financial Report; Special Legal SerFor more information vices for Formal Tax Hearings; Third Amendment to the Minor Home Repair or to place a legal Program ad, Agreement with Brothers Redevelopment Inc.; and IGA with please contact our Legals Department atClear Creek County Sheriff’s Department re De-

LEGAL PUBLIC NOTICE

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presented the proclamation and certificates of appreciation to Danny Yeager, Bobbi Strange, Vince Alcon and Ali Starr. Meagan White was unable to attend.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) 13-010 Bond Counsel Legal Services 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. The Housing Authority, the awarding agency, is seeking proposals for legal services on an as-needed basis from a qualified firm to represent ACHA in all legal matters pertaining to the issuance of bonds, including private activity bonds and bank qualified debt for real estate transactions in Colorado, through the Request for Proposals (RFP) process. Questions may be directed to procure ment@achaco.com Obtain RFP Documents and Attachments at http://www.adamscounty housing.com/procurement

Published in the Westsider First publication: May 24, 2013 Last publication: May 31, 2013 00041853 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS GENERAL CONTRACTOR RFP #13-011 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.

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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.

tention of Prisoners at Clear Creek County Jail. Council passed the following Councillors’

Bills on first reading: adcolegals@ourcoloradonews.com A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMEND-

The Housing Authority, the awarding agency, is seeking proposals from general contractors to perform the work. A detailed Request for Proposals (RFP) can be o b t a i n e d b y v i s i t i n g o u r w e b s i t e, http://www.adamscountyhousing.com/pro curement and is entitled Request for Proposals #13-011 General Contractor. Questions can be submitted to procure ment@achaco.com.

Published in the Westsider First publication: May 24, 2013 Last publication: May 31, 2013 00041857 City of Westminster Summary of Proceedings Summary of proceedings of the Westminster City Council meeting of Monday, May 20, 2013. Mayor McNally, Mayor Pro Tem Winter, and Councillors Briggs, Kaiser, Lindsey, and Major were present at roll call. Councillor Atchison was absent. The minutes of the regular meeting of May 13, 2013, were approved as presented. Mayor McNally issued a proclamation to recognize graduating seniors on the Youth Advisory Panel. Mayor Pro Tem Winter presented the proclamation and certificates of appreciation to Danny Yeager, Bobbi Strange, Vince Alcon and Ali Starr. Meagan White was unable to attend. Council approved the following items: April 2013 Financial Report; Special Legal Services for Formal Tax Hearings; Third Amendment to the Minor Home Repair Program Agreement with Brothers Redevelopment Inc.; and IGA with Clear Creek County Sheriff’s Department re Detention of Prisoners at Clear Creek County Jail. Council passed the following Councillors’ Bills on first reading: A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2013 BUDGETS OF THE GENERAL, LEGACY RIDGE, HERITAGE AT WESTMOOR, GENERAL CAPITAL OUTLAY REPLACEMENT, PARKS OPEN SPACE & TRAILS, AND GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING A SUPPLEMENTAL AP-

ING THE 2013 BUDGETS OF THE GENERAL, LEGACY RIDGE, HERITAGE AT WESTMOOR, GENERAL CAPITAL OUTLAY REPLACEMENT, PARKS OPEN SPACE & TRAILS, AND GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION FROM THE 2013 ESTIMATED REVENUES IN THE FUNDS. Purpose: 1st quarter 2013 budget supplemental appropriation. A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONCESSIONAIRE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER AND TOP ONE, INC., FOR THE LEASE OF THE CONCESSION AREA AT CHRISTOPHER FIELDS AT CITY PARK, 5875 WEST 104TH AVENUE, WESTMINSTER, CO. Purpose: to permit Top One, Inc.’s operation of a food and beverage concession at Christopher Fields. 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. to authorize supplemental appropriation of 2012 carryover funds for the Promenade Light Towers Electrical Conversion Project. The meeting adjourned at 7:19 p.m. By Order of the Westminster City Council Linda Yeager, City Clerk Published in the Westsider May 31, 2013 00042130

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Victoria’ a good read “Serving Victoria” by Kate Hubbard c.2013, Harper $29.99 / $31.99 Canada 432 pages Happily ever after. That’s how things go at the end of a fairy tale. The handsome prince weds the beautiful princess, dragons are slain, wicked witches become dust, peasants rejoice, and they all live … well, you know what comes next. But maybe you’re wrong. Maybe scandal comes next, or war, disease, death. Only the servants know for sure, and in the new book “Serving Victoria” by Kate Hubbard, they were quite willing to tell. When Alexandrina Victoria became Queen of England in 1837, she inherited a court filled with impropriety, which scandalized the young woman. Though she ultimately retained some of her uncle’s court, she needed to appoint her own ladies-in-waiting, maids-of-honour, nursery attendants, physicians, and other personal staff. Members of her court were required to have a sense of duty, discretion, and high morals. Most of them would come from British aristocracy. While writing a children’s book on the queen, Kate Hubbard came across collections of letters and diaries written by various members of Victoria’s entourage — penned notes that detailed life inside the monarchy, including daily drudgery and isolation. Hubbard also found gossip that gives modern Anglophiles an intimate peek at the queen, her husband, uncles, and other members of the Royal Family.

Working for the queen seems like it would be an honor but it was, in truth, dull and dreary: evenings, for instance, consisted of stiff dinner conversation followed by two hours of small talk. The queen was said to be somewhat immature and loud, often “showing her gums.” More than one blue-blooded palace employee thought that Victoria and Albert were the 19th-century equivalent of trailer trash. Still, despite mind-numbing duties, palace life wasn’t horrid. Queen Victoria never became friends with her female attendants, but she became “close” to some of them and was a generous gift-giver. Though the queen notoriously kept drawing rooms and bedrooms at 40 degrees (Fahrenheit) or less, court members were well-fed and safely sheltered. They also got decent (for the time) salaries. Yes, there were scandals within the monarchy. There were births and deaths (it was said that the queen was never happier than when planning a funeral). There were romances, public and imag-

ined. And there were fights, inside both the British Empire and the palace walls. So you’re hooked on a show about a certain Abbey? You’re a rabid Anglophile, long live the queen? Then I’m sure you’re already itching for “Serving Victoria.” And for good reason: the Victorian Age comes alive with author Kate Hubbard’s findings, taking us behind brocaded curtains and inside bedchambers to learn delicious tidbits about a woman who’s been dead more than a century, but still remains fascinating. I thoroughly enjoyed how Hubbard lays down a cheeky, gossipy tone; she’s chatty, but without offending the sensibilities of historians, who will likewise relish this semi-biographical narrative. If that’s you, then “Serving Victoria” is a book you’ll devour, quite happily.

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