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North Jefferson County, Colorado • Volume 12, Issue 26
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July 5,2013
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Transit sparks views
Meeting stirs emotions concerning rail line By Ashley Reimers
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From left Dean Villegas, Dana TePoel and Steve Dalbec prepare to make the 5.8-mile ride from Stratford Lakes to Lake Arbor Automotive in Westminster as part of Bike to Work day on June 26. TePoel, owner of Lake Arbor Automotive, hosted a Bike to Work event at his business as part of the statewide celebration of biking to work. Those who participated were treated to breakfast at Lake Arbor Automotive. Courtesy photo
Mobile tech company expands Hickenlooper touts business environment By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Solutions company Trimble continues to expand with the opening of a new campus in Westminster. The 125,000-square-foot building is located on 15 acres in the Westmoor business area and is across the street from the former Trimble building. Employees, elected city and county officials, and Gov. John Hickenlooper celebrated the opening of the new building on June 24. “We welcome Trimble and its 475 employees to their new Westminster Campus,” Hickenlooper said. “Colorado’s business-friendly environment makes our state a natural fit for international technology and services companies. Our location and talented high-tech workforce is building on Colorado’s reputation as an international hub for business.” The design of the new Trimble building is intended to be highly collaborative, with no walls surrounding any individual space. Steven Berglund, Trimble president and CEO, said the project provided the company an opportunity to showcase the office-to-field Connected Site solutions during the planning, construction and operational phases of the new campus. “The Trimble Westminster Campus is an impressive real-world demonstration of how technology can drive efficiency and deliver a quality solution on an ambitious schedule,” he said. “This expansion builds on 13 years of a highly productive presence in Colora-
Steven Berglund, Trimble president and CEO, cuts the ribbon for the new Trimble building with help from Westminster mayor Nancy McNally, center, and Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper, right. Photo by Ashley Reimers do and provides a foundation for future growth.” Berglund said one exciting aspect of the project is the fact that Trimble technology was used during construction of the building, including surveying, site prepping excavating, estimating and 3D design. The building is also LEED Golf certified.
Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in business and government more productive. Solutions are focused on applications requiring position or location including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and asset management, public safety and mapping.
Many who attended the recent Regional Transportation District Citizens Advisory Committee meeting in Westminster had one thing in common — dissatisfaction. Community members and elected officials voiced strong opinions during the June 26 meeting at City Hall about the need for a rail system in the Westminster area. They told the 17-member advisory board that a bus rapid-transit system just isn’t enough. “We are the ones having to fight the traffic every day,” said Faith Winter, Westminster mayor pro tem. “It doesn’t matter how pretty the buses are, they are still buses, and they aren’t enough.” Bus rapid transit, BRT, is part of the U.S. 36 Express Lanes project, a $312 million, multimodule project along U.S. 36 between Federal Boulevard and 88th Avenue Street in Louisville/Superior. The project is building an express lane in each direction that will accommodate highoccupancy vehicles; bus rapid transit; and tolled, single-occupancy vehicles. Before residents gave their opinions, project manager Nadine Lee gave a quick presentation on the project, describing the benefits of BRT. She said BRT will provide a high level of transit service with upgraded stations and improved customer interface, as well as queue jumps and transit-signal priority at interchanges for the buses. “We are giving the advantage to the buses; that’s our focus,” Lee said. “We are trying to get the buses ahead of everybody else by giving buses the priority as much as possible.” Although Lee did her best to describe the benefits of BRT on U.S. 36, people in the crowd weren’t convinced. Some residents told the committee they felt BRT is just a bait-and-switch tactic to eventually replace the idea of having a rail system in the Westminster area. Emma Pinter, a resident running for Westminster City Council, said as she knocks on doors in the community, she constantly hears from people about the need for rail in Westminster. “I hear it again and again,” she said. “Our city doesn’t think we have enough adequate transportation. Buses are not enough.” State Rep. Cherylin Peniston also spoke up during the meeting, telling the committee that her constituents in the north are not happy. She said people are not happy about paying taxes to the project but still not receiving rail. “BRT is a nice upgrade, but we feel we are not part of the future up here,” she said. “People are not happy knowing the date to get rail continues to get father into the future. You have to hear that, and we appreciate that you are here to hear that.” For months Westminster Mayor Nancy RTD continues on Page 20
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Vote on tax hike taking shape Organizers plan ballot question on school funding By Vic Vela
kindergarten, provide preschool for at-risk children, and would put more money into needs-based programs for special education students and children who are learning English. The legislation also aims to increase per-pupil funding for school districts across the state that supReport porters say would be done in a more equitable fashion than the current system allows. “We are eager to have a vigorous debate when the campaign begins in earnest,” said Curtis Hubbard, on behalf of Colorado Commits to Kids. “We’ve worked almost two years on this, trying to support the right measure. We think we’ve hit on the right system.” Right now, Colorado’s current income tax rate is a flat 4.63 percent, regardless of income level. The initiative will ask voters to approve an addition 0.37 percent in taxes on income earners who make up to $75,000 a year, bringing their tax rates up to five percent. Residents making more than $75,000 a year would pay 5 percent on their first $75,000 of taxable income, and a rate of 5.9
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vvela@ourcoloradonews.com The tax initiative tied to funding of a major overhaul of Colorado’s school finance formula has been determined, and the campaign that’s behind it now has a name. Now, the real work for organizers begins: Getting signatures for a ballot proposal and, ultimately, trying to sell voters on the need for supporting about $950 million in new taxes that will be used to reshape how schools are funded. A committee that is calling itself Colorado Commits to Kids announced last week that they will work to put a two-tiered income tax increase on the ballot this fall. The tax initiative, which will impact higher wage earners more, will support the funding needed to enact Senate Bill 213, a major rewrite of the School Finance Act. The act, which was passed by the Legislature earlier this year, would create full-day
REGIONAL NEWS IN A HURRY Drum corps to perform at Sports Authority Field Drums Along The Rockies will celebrate its 50th anniversary Saturday, July 6, at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The showcase drum corps performance, produced by Ascend Performing Arts, will begin at 7 p.m. and feature eight world-class drum corps. The lineup features the hometown Blue Knights; defending champion Blue Devils of Concord, Calif.; Santa Clara Vanguard of Santa Clara, Calif.; Phantom Regiment of Rockford, Ill.; Troopers of Casper, Wyo.;
Academy of Tempe, Ariz.; Cascades of Woodinville, Wash.; and Spokane Thunder of Spokane, Wash. Spectators arriving early are invited to the “Warm-Up Zone” in front of the stadium, featuring beverages, snacks, a jumping castle for children and special performances by the Stampede and Bronco Brass, the official drum and horn lines of the Denver Broncos. For tickets and information, call 1-888306-DRUM (toll free) or 303-424-6396 or go online to www.drumsalongtherockies. com. Sports Authority Field at Mile High is at 1701 Bryant St. in Denver.
percent on income above that amount. Republican legislators opposed Senate Bill 213 during the recent legislative session and their opinions aren’t changing now that they know what the tax initiative will look like. “A tax increase like this runs the risk of stalling this fragile economic recovery moving forward,” said House Minority Leader Mark Waller, R-Colorado Springs. Waller also wondered why the tax hike is needed, citing recently released revenue forecasts that project the State Education Fund will have a balance of $1.6 billion for the coming budget year. However, state Rep. Sue Schafer, DWheat Ridge, countered Waller’s argument by saying the revenue increase is loaded with one-time funds that are meant for “rainy day” spending. “They want to play Russian roulette with my children’s future,” Schafer said of Republican opposition to the tax hike. “This is going to restore our school funding to where we were in 2008, when we had to make serious cuts.” Gov. John Hickenlooper has yet to make a direct statement in support of the proposed tax initiative. However, the governor did say after signing Senate Bill 213 that he “certainly” would
campaign for the ballot effort. Hickenlooper spokesman Eric Brown did not directly answer whether the governor supports this particular tax scheme. “Colorado has approved some of the most robust education reforms in the country,” Brown wrote in an emailed statement. “These are reforms the governor fully supports. Now, it appears voters will get a chance to endorse the changes and set a new course for Colorado kids. We look forward to following the petition process and continuing to talk to the business community and other stakeholders about these reforms.” Waller blasted Hickenlooper for “failing to take a stand” on the issue. “He’s not very good at making decisions and it’s always at the last minute,” Waller said. “When you’re the governor, you’re paid to be the leader. It’s frustrating.” Asked if Colorado Commits to Kids has Hickenlooper’s support, Hubbard said, “Not quite. But I think that it’s close.” “Everyone is on a different time frame,” Hubbard said. “It’s not frustrating. We appreciate the governor’s thoughtfulness.” Organizers have until Aug. 5 to collect 86,105 valid signatures from Colorado voters, in order to qualify for the November ballot.
INSIDE THE WESTSIDER THIS WEEK Living: A look at senior trends in Jefferson County. Page 9
LIFE: Cirque du soleil’s “Amaluna” comes to Denver metro region. Page 17
SPORTS: Take a visit to West Woods golf course. Page 22
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A fire on June 24 at the Cottonwood Villas condominium complex on Melody Drive in Westminster left residents in 12 units displaced. The cause of the fire was related to plumbing work being done in the unit of origin and extended into many other units. Affected residents were assisted with funds from Westminster Fire Department’s foundation, and were also given hotel vouchers and received assistance from the Red Cross. The fire caused one minor injury to the man doing the plumbing work, who was treated at the scene. Thornton, North Metro and Southwest Adams County fire departments also assisted with the incident. Photo courtesy of Westminster Fire
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WESTMINSTER NEWS IN A HURRY City facility holiday schedule The following holiday schedule will be in place for city facilities on Thursday, July 4: Libraries, the Sports Center, City Hall and the Municipal Court will be closed, City Park Fitness Center will be closed for maintenance, Swim and Fitness Center and West View and City Park recreation centers will close at 6 p.m., the MAC will close at noon and Standley Lake will be open for regular hours.
City Park Fitness Center closes for annual maintenance
The City Park Fitness Center will be closed for annual maintenance and repairs Monday, July 1, through Sunday, July 7. The facility will reopen for normal
business on Monday, July 8. Center pass holders may use any other city recreation facility during this closure.
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From 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, children ages 12-17 are encouraged to dress up in their favorite steampunk costume and join College Hill Library staff for an afternoon of steampunk-inspired snacks, games, and crafts at the library. Registration is not required. For the younger children, ages 6-11, Irving Street Library will host a Dino Dig 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 10. Children will dig into reading and maybe find a dinosaur fossil, hatch an egg, grow dino claws while reading a book about digging up dinosaurs.
Arvada woman charged with stealing from FRCC Staff Report Arvada woman Pamela Green has been charged with one count of theft of more than $20,000 for allegedly stealing merchandise and text books from Front Range
Community College in Westminster. Green, 53, is accused of stealing $64,581 in merchandise while working as a textbook purchaser at the college. She posted a $10,000 bond. Her next court appearance is at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 2 at Adams County Court.
Emily Duffel, a University of Denver student, was the top female competitor during the June 27 Belly Flop Contest at Water World. Photo by Ashley Reimers
Flop always a hit Water World features annual belly flop contest By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Metropolitan State University student Joe Diefenbach didn’t just show up to the annual Belly Flop Contest at Water World; he came to win. Sure enough, competing as his alter ego, “Super Joe,” Diefenbach made his way to the top, beating out 20 other college students who also sacrificed their bellies in the name of a good splash. “After my third jump, I thought it turned out pretty well,” he said. “I’m pretty excited to have won.” The event on June 27 was sponsored by Water World and College in Colorado, a free, comprehensive website dedicated to providing adults and students with information about career exploration and higher education. As the top winner overall, Diefenbach went home with a $1,000 scholarship, a laptop provided by College in Colorado and summer concert tickets from The Wolf radio station. “This scholarship will really help pay
for school,” Diefenbach said. “Paying for school hurts more than a belly flop.” All of the floppers really had to shine on the platform during the contest to impress judge Darren Taylor, also known as Professor Splash. Taylor, from Colorado, has more than 25 years of professional high-diving experience and has traveled the world breaking world records. In 2008, he made a record splash at Water World. As a judge, he said the No. 1 thing he’s looking for is a good splash. But he’s also looking for a flat body and a great splash sound. “The best part is seeing their faces when they get out of the water,” Taylor said. “If they have a rough look on their faces, you know they had a good flop.” Emily Duffel, a University of Denver student, was the top female competitor. She also went home with a $1,000 scholarship and a laptop provided by College in Colorado. The second-place male and female each took home a $750 scholarship, and the third-place male and female each took home a $500 scholarship. “This is such a great event because of the collaboration of Water World and College in Colorado,” said Joann Cortez, with Water World. “The event brings great attention to Water World, which brings more people and revenue. And all the money we make goes right back into community programs.”
Metropolitan State University student Joe Diefenbach poses before ending with a major belly flop during the 17th annual Belly Flop Contest at Water World on June 27. Diefenbach went home as the overall winner of the day. Courtesy photo by Water World
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9th Annual Coloring Contest ADAMS COUNTY FAIR JULY JULY 31 31 -- AUGUST AUGUST 4, 4, 2013 2013
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By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Students at Cherry Drive Elementary School in Thornton will start their upcoming school year with some snazzy new playground equipment. The school has received a $95,300 grant from Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) and the Colorado Health Foundation for a revitalization of its play yard. Before being awarded the grant, school staff, parents and students worked closely with Tri-County Health Department and the Colorado Center for Community Development (CCCD) on a master plan funded by Tri County Health. “The master plan was truly a collaboration. The idea was to really rejuvenate the current playground and have the design in place before applying for the GOCO funds,” said Amy Bruce, director of grants for the Adams 12 Five Star School District. “The school and parents have been involved from the ground level in development of the plan, and their ownership and excitement for the vision is palpable” The additions to Cherry Drive’s playground will include an outdoor classroom covered by a shade structure; a physicalactivity plaza; nature-inspired play structures, including a honey bee and ant; and a raised learning garden complemented by a wellness curriculum allowing students to grow vegetables that will be donated to the Thornton Food Bank. Bruce said the design is meant to draw students into their natural environment, which ties into the theme of the school. “At Cherry Drive, students are encouraged to be healthy, be physically active, eat well, speak well, get along with others well and work well with others,” she said. “This playground will help the students do all of these things and will also be a reminder to students to do those things.”
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D50 board moves forward with mill levy override By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Adams County School District 50 school board signaled the district voters it intends to move forward with a mill-levy-override question for the November ballot. The resolution was approved after a staff recommendation during the board’s June 25 meeting. “While Colorado is strategically moving ahead in finance reform, there is no guarantee that those efforts will be successful,” said District Administrator James Duffy. “If our
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‘Global’ stores aid refugees overseas Coffee shop, thrift store support health care work of Global Refuge International
Westminster City Council voted on the following legislation during its June 24 meeting. Council members in attendance were Mayor Nancy McNally; Mayor Pro Tem Faith Winter; and councilors Bob Briggs, Mark Kaiser, Mary Lindsey, Herb Atchison and Scott Major.
By Sara Van Cleve
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A new coffee shop in Arvada and a thrift shop in Westminster are offering fresh brews and deals for locals, but they’re providing much more for people thousands of miles away. Global Refuge International, a nonprofit that provides emergency lifelines to displaced people, opened Global Thrift, 9110 W. 88th Ave. in Westminster, in November and is headquartered on the second floor at nd, Global Goods and Coffee Shop, 5613 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. in Arvada, in May. Both locations are operated by volunteers so the majority of the profit goes directly to Global Refuge International. “We started out supporting work with refugees in Burma, with the civil war going on,” said Jaden McNeely, of Global Refuge International. “We were providing medicine, taking supplies, and supporting different small groups and giving them resources. At some point we decided this is something we need to do officially.” Global Refuge International began its work in 2001 and was incorporated as a nonprofit organization in 2005. Since its founding, the organization has done work in Burma, Congo, Indonesia, Uganda, Syria and Lebanon. “Since then, our focus has always been on displaced people, people who were forced out of their homes because of conflict or disaster, natural or manmade,” McNeely, son of Global Refuge International founder Brian McNeely, said. “We target that population because we see them as the most vulnerable. When you’re forced out ne inof your home, you have nothing. Esthingpecially where people have been distheyplaced for a long amount of time, they struggle to have a normal life. They ountfight hard to have it though.” cond McNeely described Global Refuge ct 50International as a holistic health orpollsganization that focuses on health and oardsanitation in countries with displaced rilynpopulations. aron Global Refuge International is curelec-rently doing work in Uganda, battling malaria and water sanitation, and supplying help in Syria and Lebanon during the current war. With the economic downturn, McNeely said Global Refuge International, like many organizations, was having trouble expanding its work .
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Volunteer barista Amber Leppert prepares a coffee for a customer at The Global Goods and Coffee Shop, 5613 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., in Olde Town Arvada. The shop sells coffee, pastries and handmade African items to support Global Refuge International. The nonprofit’s main initiative is combating malaria in Uganda through education, testing and treatment. One coffee from the Global Goods and Coffee Shop can provide several malaria test and treatment kits. Photo by Sara Van Cleve “We wanted to find a way (to raise money) that didn’t ask people to go above and beyond, but that works into their normal spending,” he said. Through that desire, the thrift store and coffee shop were born. The family has lived in Colorado quite a while and so brought their work here, and choose the thrift store location based on a need they saw in the area. The thrift store is stocked with donated items, which also helps Global Refuge International direct profits to work across the globe. Global Goods and Coffee Shop offers handcrafted coffee from The Brewing Market in Boulder, tea and fresh-baked pastries at a price cheaper than many other coffee shops. The shop also sells items made by Ugandans. “The goods are made in northern Uganda,” McNeely said. “We pay the people directly, and the goods are all made by people we are helping with our projects. It helps sustain them and then, in a way, they are generating money for their own projects. It’s really about self-empowerment.” The main initiative in Uganda that both the coffee shop and thrift store support is the battle against malaria, a mosquito-borne infectious disease that is the No. 1 killer in Uganda. Global Refuge International focuses on training local people to provide aid, McNeely said. “For our malaria initiative, we train medics who lived in the village, and
they go back and live life,” he said. “We train them to test and treat people, and train them on every other aspect of malaria. We fund the medics themselves, provide all of the drugs and treatment kits in one inclusive thing.” To test and treat a person showing symptoms of malaria costs about $1 per person. The Ugandan population is very young, with the average age being 15, according to Children of the Nations, and children 5 and under are most at risk of dying from malaria, he said. “A child could be running and playing soccer in a field, and 24 hours be dead,” McNeely said. “In the worst case — and going untreated — an adult could die in three or four days.” Medics originally started by treating one village, which averaged 800 to 1,200 people; now, some medics are treating as many as 2,000 people, McNeely said. “People come from 40 miles away by bicycle and say, ‘I have malaria and need help, and heard you were here,’” he said. By purchasing a cup of coffee and a pastry, or a few items from the thrift store, people can provide several test and treatment kits, McNeely said. Global Refuge International is also accepting volunteer applications for four-hour shifts at either the coffee shop or thrift store. For information about how to volunteer or about Global Refuge International, go online to www.GlobalRefuge.org.
Rulings on gay marriage cases mark ‘new era’ By Vic Vela
vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Local gay lawmakers are applauding recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings on two key gay-marriage cases, and are expressing confidence that the decisions will provide momentum for a same-sex-marriage movement in Colorado. “The court clearly said that we’re in a new era of respect and dignity, and that we no longer give special rights to some people,” said state Rep. Sue Schafer, D-Wheat Ridge. The high court on June 26 struck down key provisions of the Defense of Marriage Act, which denied federal benefits to gay couples who are legally married in certain states. In a separate case, the court cleared the way for gay marriages to resume in California. The rulings do not impact a gaymarriage ban that Colorado voters supported in 2006. However, gay legislators believe the rulings will provide momentum toward achieving something in Colorado beyond civil unions, which gives same-sex couples some of the rights associated with marriage and was
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made law earlier this year. “With civil unions, there was always an understanding that this would be an incremental step,” said state Rep. Dominick Moreno, D-Commerce City. Schafer was a House sponsor of Senate Bill 11, the Civil Unions Act, along with Mark Ferrandino, the state’s first openly gay House speaker. “Now that the Supreme Court has ensured that the federal government can’t discriminate against same-sex couples who are married, it is more important than ever that we continue to fight for the freedom to marry in Colorado,” Ferrandino said in a statement issued after the rulings. Almost immediately after the Supreme Court issued its rulings, there was movement toward repealing Colorado’s Amendment 43, the 2006 voter-approved Definition of Marriage Act that banned gay marriage in the state. Two Coloradans on June 26 filed a proposed ballot initiative with the state’s Legislative Council that would allow same-sex couples in Colorado to marry. Jeremy Mathis, a graduate student living in Aurora, said his hope is for
the measure to get on the 2014 general election ballot. “We’re in the very early stages,” he said. “We’re eager, and we know how much it means to people to get this done. At the same time, we have to do it right.” The Legislature could take up an Amendment 43 repeal on its own. However any changes to the state’s Constitution would require a twothirds majority in both legislative chambers. Asked if she would like to be a part of that kind of effort, Schafer said, “Of course. I’d be proud to do that.” “But I like the idea of putting this on our ballot,” she said. “I think we’re ready for this. I don’t think it would be difficult because so many people are parents and friends of gays.” Moreno said Coloradans have evolved on the issue of gay marriage, seven years removed from Amendment 43, which was supported by about 55 percent of voters. “I think the public opinion on this issue has changed dramatically,” Moreno said. “Colorado is a different place than what it was in 2006, when it still didn’t pass by an overwhelming majority.”
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Embrace challenges, follow your inner drive I love surprises. As I’ve mentioned before, I was recently training for a big event, and part of that training involved long runs to build up my endurance. No matter how many times I ran or for how far, I just couldn’t get into running — I don’t enjoy it, I’ve never experienced the “runner’s high,” and I was looking forward to completing the event because then I would feel like I didn’t have to go running any more. But then, this last Saturday, I found myself mentally planning out my nighttime training run as I was going about my day, and, strangely, looking forward to it. I guess, somewhere along the way as I was working and training to accomplish something, I changed. I became a runner. Weird. I think what often gets lost in our culture that glorifies the achievement and celebrates the winner is that hard work is not nearly as valuable for what you accomplish as it is for what you become in the meantime.
Teachers and coaches have an innate sense for this; at least, the good ones do. When you hear educators talk about why their subject is important and how valuable it is to students, it’s rarely because they think that being good at algebra or science or music or football is the end-all, be-all of their lives and the springboard to a Perfect Life. A lot more often it’s because they understand that a student who can make the necessary sacrifices, endure the effort and learn to persevere to be really good at one thing becomes a different person — some-
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What do you enjoy doing in-state for vacation? Most working adults enjoy at least a little bit of vacation time. However, not everyone can afford an expensive out-of-state vacation. So for our Question of the Week, we asked several of our readers: What activities in Colorado do you consider for your vacation?
“White water rafting is something the entire family can do. It sounds dangerous but there are different levels, and it doesn’t have to be. A lot of fun!” Marcello Romano, Castle Rock
“People love Moab (Utah), but I would say the best hiking can be accomplished in Colorado. There are so many trails that lead to so many places. Climb one of our many 14ers.” Josh Dover, Northglenn
“It’s all about the stay-cation. Why leave the state when you have towns like Durango, Estes Park and Glenwood Springs. Colorado has so many great places to spend a weekend and explore.” Connie Nguyen, Highlands Ranch
“Colorado is one of the underrated golf states in the country. You don’t have to go to Arizona, California or Florida for great golf because we have it here.” Gil Whiteley, a Chicago native who lives in Denver
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body who is capable of doing the same thing when it really matters. Think of it this way: LeBron James is a freak of nature — 6-foot 6-inches tall, 235 pounds, runs a 4.3-second 40-yard dash and can jump out of the gym. And, by every account, he is one of the hardestworking players in basketball. He was born with a great gift, but that is never enough — unfulfilled potential practically cliché, especially in pro basketball. But the hard work that he puts in every day has transformed him from simply being the best basketball player on the planet into something different and more valuable: a champion. When the chips are down and the game is on the line, LeBron James finds ways to make plays that help his team win. Does anybody honestly think that if his house was burning down and his children were trapped inside, he wouldn’t find a way to get them out safely? The U.S. military has known this forever: every kid who signs up is a hero in
the making. You read stories about Medal of Honor winners, and they all have very different personalities and backgrounds. But once they go through boot camp, they become something different. When the chips are down, being a hero isn’t a choice they make — it’s an instinct they’ve been trained to listen to. The hardest metals are forged in the hottest fires. That was true for Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, it was true for writers of ancient Chinese proverbs, and it’s still true today. Do not be afraid of hard training, of challenges, or of testing— embrace them. You will come out the other side changed, whether you intended it or not. And you might just love who you become. 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.
Better never late than late In the midst of our hectic life and sometimes chaotic schedules there are times when we find ourselves running late for almost everything we do. As I found this happening more and more in my own life recently, I had to stop and ask myself, why? Was I not placing enough emphasis or importance on the meeting I was scheduled to attend? Did I believe that even if I was just a few minutes late that would be OK? Had I convinced myself that my time was more valuable than that of the person I was supposed to meet with? Or was I just cramming as much as I possibly could into my day and getting so wrapped up in a project or task that the time just slipped away and before I knew it I was already running late? I found myself justifying my lateness, not only to me but to everyone that was on my calendar. Making excuse after excuse until finally I realized that I was making excuses and making apologies for something that I could easily control. You probably have friends or family members that fall into this very same category. They are late for everything and always call or text with a reason for why they are running late. I have a few people in my life too that qualify as habitual late arrivers. So much so that we would have to tell the person that is chronically late that the scheduled event was starting 15 to 30 minutes earlier than it was actually starting. I am sure many of you use the same tactic for those in your own circle of friends and family who struggle with being on time. And here I was thinking, if I keep this up, if I continue running late for everything, that pretty soon people would start managing me in the very same way. I would get the invitation for a 7 p.m. dinner when the reservations were really for 7:30. This just comes down to commitment and respect. Two things that I teach and coach on a daily basis, but was not applying in my own life. And really when I have this conversation with clients or friends we discuss awareness of where we are supposed to be, the commitments we have made for the day, and the people or clients we are
scheduled to meet with that day. We also make sure we take into consideration the respect for their time and for their expectations. There are so many tactics to use that are helpful, including alarms or alerts on our smart phones to reviewing our calendars the evening before or very first thing in the morning each day. Again, becoming aware of where and when we are supposed to be somewhere or with someone. Now for all of you who do not struggle with this problem as you are always on time, punctual, and prompt, maybe you too can help coach those of us who have slipped and despite our best efforts show up late for everything. And for those of us who have slipped, this is one of those bad habits that needs to be addressed and eliminated as early as possible. Because the longer we allow it to go on, the worse we actually become. We go from being just a few minutes late to showing up 30 minutes late, or even later. There is an old saying that goes like this, “Early is on time, on time is late, and late is unacceptable.” So remember respect, commitment, and awareness and we will have a much better shot at being on time and city d Th avoid running late for almost everything from we do. I would love to hear all about your strat- norm “W egies for being on time or your frustrations with others running late at gotonorton@ dema gmail.com. And when we start improving July 1 our efforts at being on time, it will be a bet- perce nece ter than good week. tions ager Michael Norton, a resident of Highlands At Ranch, is the former president of the Zig Ziglar organization and CEO and founder reser the c of www.candogo.com resul tions contr statu the r enco pract call W at 72
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Showing some longevity, the fifth annual Aging Well in Jefferson County summit took place June 25 at WaterStone Community Church in Littleton. “I know a lot of other counties that try to do this, and it dwindles after a few years. Not Jefferson County,” County Aging Well Project Manager Susan Franklin told this year’s attendees. Franklin said 2013 also marked the fifth year of the county’s 20-year strategic plan to assist and accommodate the retiring babyfit- boomer generation, which has contributed h his to giving Jeffco the highest 60-plus popularom tion of all Colorado counties. ”We want to make Jefferson County the ty of best county to live in,” Franklin said, adding that the summit was also designed to help highlight senior issues and increase networking among agencies, charities, and care workers who work with seniors. This year’s introductory speaker was Wheat Ridge Mayor Jerry DiTullio. He said that with one in four of his residents being over 60 years old, the pressure on senior services would continue. DiTullio said he was happy to see the city’s involvement in a private-public partnership lead to the construction of 88 new
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County Aging Well Project Manager Susan Franklin stands next to Wheat Ridge Mayor Jerry DiTullio. Both spoke at the introduction to the fifth annual Aging Well in Jefferson County Summit. Photos by Glenn Wallace senior housing apartments and its partnering with the Senior Resource Center to offer senior residents a circulator bus. DiTullio shared a story of how his family helped his mother stay in her Wheat Ridge home, aging in place. ”Seems to me, it’s better than putting them in a facility, if that’s what they want,” DiTullio said. The theme for this year’s summit was “Living on the Edge,” addressing lowerincome seniors. The roughly 200 summit attendees chose from a range of workshops presented in basic categories: intellectual and developmental disabilities; basic
Broomfield woman pleads guilty to death of boyfriend By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com A Broomfield woman has pleaded guilty to causing an accident that killed one and seriously injured two back in February. On June 24, Britni Bunn, 23, pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide, vehicular assault and driving under the influence in connection with an accident that killed her 25-year-old boyfriend, Vincent Gibson. Bunn left a bar intoxicated Feb. 20 and began to drive to her home in Broomfield. Gibson was in the front passenger seat of Bunn’s Ford Escape. According to police, Bunn headed north on Sheridan Boulevard in Westminster before entering the eastbound lanes of U.S. 36 going west.
She drove in the wrong lane until she struck an Acura coup head on at 92nd Avenue. The driver of the Acura, Kendall Stiff, and her passenger, Nicole Leidich, were seriously injured in the accident. Gibson died at the scene of the collision. The accident caused the closure of the highway for several hours, and drivers were urged to avoid the area and use Sheridan Boulevard Bunn to access U.S. 36 during the morning rush hour. The Westminster Major Accident Reconstruction Team investigated the accident. Bunn remains in custody at the Jefferson County Detention Center on $20,000 bond.
Julie Elkjer, left, with the care-assistance group Touching Hearts at Home, speaks with LGBT advocate Shari Wilkins during last week’s Aging Well in Jefferson County Summit. needs; social and civic engagement; housing; caregiving and support services; health (mental, wellness, prevention); transportation; and gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender. Shari Wilkins, a director at the state’s Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual and Transgender Center, said many of the issues facing seniors — including social isolation and financial instability — are often worse for gay seniors.
“This is one of the few times I’m aware of, in Colorado for sure, that a plan like this looks at the gay and lesbian populations specifically,” Wilkins said. Gay seniors are more likely to be closeted, less likely to have children, and less likely to have a spouse. Those who are in long-term relationships also lack access to many medical and financial spousal benefits, Wilkins said.
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Sage Restaurant Group has named Jeff Bolton as executive chef at Kachina Southwestern Grill in Westminster. A Denver native and veteran Sage Restaurant Group chef, Bolton has been overseeing both Kachina Southwestern Grill and SRG’s Second Home Kitchen for the last several months, before transitioning fully to execu-
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ecent college grads have found the job market to be somewhat underwhelming. Gaining the attention of a prospective employer is never easy, and it’s even less so when the economy is struggling. One of the ways current students or even recent graduates can make themselves more attractive to prospective employers is to find the right internship. Internships are not always easy to get, and many of them don’t pay. But students who find the right internship often look back and recognize that their internship was their first step toward a rewarding career, and a step that provided valuable insight into their chosen field. To find the right internship, consider the following tips. Work with your school. Whether you’re in college or you’re that rare high schooler looking for an internship, lean on your school for direction and advice. Colleges and universities have career centers that can help you gain an internship. They can assist you through access to job listings and by providing advice on crafting resumes and cover let-
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Research the leading companies within that field and learn about their internship programs. Visit each company’s Web site and peruse their job listings. This is more direct and takes less time than searching for internship opportunities on the large job listing Web sites. Such sites might have internship listings, but searching through them can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack.
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An island in the sun Romeo uses the Chinese poles to reunite with Miranda in Cirque Du Soleil’s “Amaluna.” Courtesy photos
Cirque Du Soleil brings tropical tale of love By Clarke Reader
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irque Du Soleil will bring its inventive acrobatics, stirring stories and stunning stagecraft to Denver with “Amaluna,” the story of a mysterious island and its inhabitants. Not only does “Amaluna” feature all the artistry Cirque has become famous the world over for, but marks the first time a show had a cast of 70 percent women, and an all-female group of musicians. The show will be under the blue and yellow Big Top on Pepsi Center grounds, 100 Chopper Circle, July 18 through Aug. 25. Ticket costs range from $40 to $130. Amaluna is a fusion of the words ama, which refers to “mother” in many languages, and luna, which means “moon,” a symbol of femininity that evokes both the mother-daughter relationship and the idea of goddess and protector of the planet. Show Director Diane Paulus said that “Amaluna is less about feminism and more about reconnecting to our world in a different way.” Amaluna is also the name of the island ruled by goddesses and guided by moon cycles. The queen, ProsIF YOU GO pera, is celebrating the WHAT: Cirque all-important comDu Soleil presents ing of age birthday of “Amaluna” her daughter, Miranda, when a storm Prospera WHERE: Pepsi caused leads to a group Center grounds of young men landing 100 Chopper on the island. Circle, Denver One of the men, RoWHEN: July 18 meo, and Miranda fall in through Aug. 25 love, but they must face all manner of challenges COST: $40 to on the island before $130. they can be together. INFORMAAs the story proTION: www. gresses, different acrocirquedusoleil.com batics are used to convey emotion, action, Tickets can be and plot. These range purchased at from the teeterboard www.tickethorse. to juggling and Chinese com Pole to uneven bars. Amara Defilippo
plays one of the Amazons who protect the island from outsiders, and performs a routine on the uneven bars. “This is my first Cirque show — I do artistic gymnastics, and I saw a Cirque show when I was 13, and wanted to be a part of it,” she said. Defilippo noted that not only is the first Cirque show to feature as many women as it does, but it’s the first time the uneven bars have been used in a performance. “Amaluna” really is in many ways like a traveling circus, which takes eight days to set up, and three to deconstruct. A total of 65 trucks
transport close to 2,000 tons of equipment for the show. All 120 of the cast and crew represent a total of 17 countries, including Australia, Belgium, China, Russia, Spain and the United States. The set has many features, including an island forest with trees that reach up to the sky. There are 174 branches in 534 sections adding up to 1.05 miles. While there certainly is a lot to look at during the performance, the story is the key that really drives everything forward. “It’s the story of a young girl coming of age,” Defilippo said. “This is a show that won’t disappoint.”
Some would say that Steve Weil, thirdgeneration owner of Rockmount Ranch Wear in LoDo, is one smart cookie when it comes to the Western wear biz. But his business brainiac status was put to the test June 26 when Mensa, the international high IQ society, ordered dozens of hats for its July convention in Fort Worth, Texas. This is not the first time they ordered Rockmount hats, according to Weil, president and grandson of Papa Jack (who was definitely a brainiac but used the term “egghead” liberally). Visit Denver spokesmodel Rich Grant also picked up one of the simple straw chapeaus on Wednesday. “I can’t swear that it’s made me smarter, but it’s the smartest looking hat I’ve ever owned,” Grant said. “I wore it while giving a three-mile walking tour to the visiting Japanese travel writers, and was met everywhere downtown with smiles, and compliments on what a `smart’ looking hat it was. I won’t leave home without it!”
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Hunka-hunka Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker and his equally stunning fiancee and country pop singer Jessie James tied the proverbial knot June 22 in Castle Rock. The bride posted a handful of photos from the celebration on her Instagram account thejessiejames. The ceremony took place at St. Francis of Assisi in Castle Rock followed by the reception at the impressive Castle Cliff Estates, according to Internet reports. The cute couple (I’ve met them and they are cover girl and guy gorgeous) met through a mutual friend and struck up a phone relationship. The newlyweds have jumped on the reality show bandwagon by letting the E! cameras roll to capture their lives and loves on the new show “Love and Other Contact Sports” debuting on E! late summer. The series will “chronicle the sexy young couple’s road to the altar as they juggle careers, relationships, family and more,” according to The Hollywood Reporter. Decker reportedly received permission from Broncos executive vice president of football operations John Elway before selling his soul to basic cable. “He came in and talked to me about it,” Elway told reporters via www.MaxDenver.com. “I gave it my blessing.”
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The water bowl is used both by Prospera and Miranda for a balancing routine, and a diving routine in Cirque Du Soleil’s “Amaluna.”
Local award-winning photographers Jody and Zach Zorn at Zorn Photography (the folks who just shot James and Decker’s wedding), are launching a donation program to help those affected by the Colorado wildfires rebuild their pictorial histories. Twenty families will be selected at random after submitting an application — including name, email address, phone number, former address in fire region, number of immediate family members and number of pets — and sending it to wildfire@zornphoto.com. Applications will be accepted through Parker continues on Page 18
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THURSDAY/JULY 4 FAMILY FESTIVAL The July 4th Family Festival is an all-day jubilee from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, July 4, at E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park, 11801 Community Center Drive. The festival is free, family-friendly and alcohol-free. The festival starts with a Boy Scout pancake breakfast and ends with fireworks starting at 9:30 p.m. In between are a bake sale, parades, military recognition, car show and more. Visit www.northglenn. org/july4th. FRIDAY/JULY 5 HIKE AND swim Boys and girls entering fifth through ninth grade can go on a trip every Friday all summer as part of Friday Fun Days. On July 5, spend a morning hiking in Eldorado Canyon near Golden before going swimming in the afternoon. Pack a sack lunch and bring sunscreen, hat, athletic shoes, swimsuit and plenty of water. Register by July 3. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www. northglenn.org/recxpress. FRIDAY/JULY 5 ICE CREAM In honor of National Ice Cream Day, enjoy ice cream sundaes at 1 p.m. Friday, July 5, as part of the Festival Friday Series. For people ages 55 and older. RSVP at 303-450-8801 or at the Northglenn Senior Center. SATURDAY/JULY 6 GOLF TOURNAMENT Temple Micah’s
2nd annual golf tournament to benefit its endeavors to “Do Justly. Love Mercy. Walk Humbly” is on Saturday, July 6. The shotgun start is at 9 a.m. at Emerald Greens, 597 S. Clinton St., Denver (in the Windsor Garden community). This event is for families or individuals who play golf, relatively new golfers or those who like to play but don’t play a lot. Sponsorship options are available. Register at http://www.micahdenver.org or via Elaine Lee, 303-388-4239 ext. 1.
MONDAY/JULY 8 DOG TRAINING Training With Grace
dog training center offers free talks from 7-8 p.m. Mondays at 9100 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood. The next talk on Monday, July 8, is “So you want to be a dog trainer?” Have you ever considered dog training as a career? Do you have what it takes? Can you make any money at it? Do you think you can help dogs and their people? Do you work in a rescue or a shelter? Do you work in a vet clinic? Do you work as a dog walker, groomer or in boarding? Do you simply want to learn more about body language a better handling techniques? Do you want to teach classes and private training? Talk with Ana and she can help you decide if this is the right career path for you. Bring your questions, goals and plans. She’s great at helping you see the big picture.
MONDAY TO FRIDAY/JULY 8-12 BIBLE SCHOOL Westminster Presbyterian Church presents its community vacation Bible school from 9 a.m. to noon July 8-12. The program is open to children ages 4 to fourth grade. The week includes interactive/storytelling
time, music, crafts and recreation all of which follow the theme of “Kingdom Rock.” Registration forms are available at the church or by e-mail at westyoffice@ gmail.com or elaprice@aol.com. Register by July 5. Check-in and late registrations will begin at 8:30 a.m, July 8, on the east covered entrance of the church. Call 303-429-8508 or 303-429-1147.
day, July 10, with Kort McCumber and the High Road. McCumber plays rock, folk, country, blues and bluegrass. The concert is at E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park, across from City Hall, 11701 Community Center Drive. In case of inclement weather, the show will move across the street to the D.L. Parsons Theatre and commence at 7 p.m.
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SPORTS CLASS Safe Sport is 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. Class is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register.
THEATER SHOW The Buntport Theatre Company presents “Yesterado,” a show about the early beginnings of our colorful state, at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 11, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive. Great for early elementary students and up. Call 303-450-8800.
TUESDAY/JULY 9 MAYOR ON the Move Join Mayor Joyce Downing from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, at Danhay Park for hot dogs and friendly conversation about Northglenn, its government, and more. Call 303-4508713 for more information. The park is at Roseanna Drive and Livingston Drive. TUESDAY/JULY 9 LIFETREE CAFÉ Ways to cope with
grief and find peace after loss will be discussed at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, titled “Coping with Grief: Find Your Path to Peace,” features a filmed interview with Ken Doka, author of more than 20 books, including “Grieving Beyond Gender: Understanding the Ways Men and Woman Mourn.” 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 303-4244454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net.
TUESDAY/JULY 9 TO AUG. 15 BALANCE CLASS Learn how to develop strength and balance and get tips to help you if you fall at the six-week N’Balance class from 11:35 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays from July 9 to Aug. 15 at the Community Recreation Center of Apex, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd. Register in advance with payment; call 303-425-9583. WEDNESDAY/JULY 10 BULLYPROOFING THIS class for
boys and girls in fourth through eighth grades covers 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. Class is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register.
WEDNESDAY/JULY 10 SUMMER CONCERT Northglenn’s free summer concert series, Saddle Up for Summer, continues at 6:30 p.m. Wednes-
THURSDAY/JULY 11 DOGS WELCOME Bring your pups for games, treats and fun at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 11, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. All dogs must have vaccinations and be on a leash. RSVP at 303-4508801 or the senior center. For people ages 55 and over.
COMING SOON COMING SOON/JULY 12 ZIP LINE Youth entering fifth through ninth grades this fall can go on a trip every Friday all summer as part of Friday Fun Days. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 12, go on a zip line tour near Conifer. Pack a sack lunch, sunscreen and plenty of water and wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes. Register by July 10. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register. Meet at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. COMING SOON/JULY 12, AUG. 9 CONCERT SERIES Concerts in the backyard concert series are from 6:308:30 p.m. the second Friday of the month at Anythink Wright Farms, 5877 E. 120th Ave., Thornton. Enjoy music, food and fun for the whole family. Free and open to the public. Proceeds from food and beverage sales benefit the Anythink Foundation and future Nature Explore classrooms at Anythink libraries. The schedule is Chimney Choir on July 12, and Blue Canyon Boys on Aug. 9. COMING SOON/JULY 12-13 REUNION/CLASS OF ’73 Highland
High School reunion for the class of 1973 and friends is July 12-13. All classmates from classes 1970 to 1979 are welcome. From 6 p.m. until closing on Friday, July 12, the reunion will be at Rodzillas Roadhouse, 10210 N. Washington, Thornton. On Saturday, July 13, the party will last from 2 p.m. to midnight and features games, food and the Rock Island Band (from 7-10 p.m. ) on 10 acres just north of Thornton. For information, send an email to highlandhighreunion@gmail. com or call 303-900-2873 (voice mail only; leave a message). Coming Soon continues on Page 20
Aug. 1 with winners notified by Aug. 15. Photo shoots will be scheduled for two dates in late August or early September. Zorn Photography is seeking gift card donations from beauty, apparel (adults and children), home goods and grocery retailers to present to the families on photo-shoot day. Interested business should email bfdonations@zornphoto.com.
Sweet soiree
Enstrom Candies (really, is there anything better than the World Famous Almond Toffee?) celebrated the grand opening of the new Arvada location, 6770 W. 52nd Ave., Suite C (just north of Interstate 70 and east of Wadsworth Boulevard) on June 29. The party included free samples of Enstrom World Famous Almond Toffee, Enstrom Premium Ice Cream, Seattle Roasted Gourmet Coffees, Wi-Fi and indoor and outdoor seating. “We are very excited about the new store,” said Linda Enstrom, Denver area manager. “We can now offer our customers a pleasant environment that is convenient for those quick morning meetings or the quiet pick-me-up coffee break.” The new store is situated just a few doors down from the previous space. For more information, visit www.enstrom.com.
Alamo Drafthouse appeals to all
You have to give the Alamo Drafthouse an “A” for effort as it tries to appeal to audiences young and old. The cinema-eatery chain that’s new to Littleton is bringing a series of films, called the “Robots versus Monsters” series. The series began July 1 with the 1933 classic “King Kong,” and includes “The Complete Metropolis” ( July 8) and “Mothra” on July 14. For the younger set, the Alamo Kids Camp is a free event that will show of variety of children’s favorites, such as “Happy Feet,” “Stuart Little” and more. Visit www.drafthouse. com/denver/littleton for more information.
Kachina Grill hires executive chef
Jeff Bolton has been named executive chef at Kachina Southwestern Grill in Westminster. Bolton is a Denver na-
July 5, 2013 tive and veteran Sage Restaurant Group Chef, which owns Kachina Southwestern Grill. Bolton had been serving as executive chef at both Kachina and Second Home Kitchen in Cherry Creek the past several months. He took over as Kachina executive chef on June 25. As executive chef at Kachina, Bolton will focus on developing relationships with local farms, ranchers and dairies to provide the freshest local and authentic products to be used by the restaurant. “Chef Bolton’s leadership of Kachina is a natural one,” says Sage Restaurant Group co-founder and COO Peter Karpinski. “He is dedicated to creating an authentic Southwestern culinary experience for guests and is an exceptional talent who brings a fresh new energy to Kachina’s kitchen and cuisine.” Kachina Southwestern Grill is located at 10600 Westminster Blvd. For more information, visit www.kachinagrill.com or call 303-410-5813.
Restaurant RIP
When former Rocky Mountain News and Nation’s Restaurant News reporter Dina Berta walked away from her career covering the restaurant industry, she jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire. After a 17-year journalism career, Dina opted to join her husband, Frank, in a new culinary venture — Frank’s Kitchen — at 2600 High St. in Denver’s Whittier neighborhood. Doors opened on May 2011, and closed on June 24. This is what the couple posted on Frank’s Kitchen Diary: Goodbye and thank you. The end happened as quickly as the beginning. Just three years ago Frank was sliding a check across a table to our future landlords and we were in the restaurant business. On Sunday, sitting on the patio of Frank’s Kitchen, the buyer’s accountant was sliding a check over to Frank. It was a down payment to our asking price. And just like that, we closed our restaurant. For all our stunned customers, friends and supporters let me tell you how we got here. I was not lying when you came in and asked how is the business and I said doing well. After about a year and half it was paying for itself. It probably would have turned the corner in the third year, especially if we obtained a liquor license.
It was in the pursuit of a beer and wine license that we came to a realization about who we are and the kind of life we wanted to live. The alcohol licensing was going to take six months. We probably weren’t going to be able to serve beer and wine until November. Our lease is up in December. We needed the warm spring and summer months to recoup the investment in the license and product. That meant we would have to sign a new lease, most likely for five years. The thought of another long-term lease made us both sigh, heavily. A little too heavily. That’s when we knew. We have worked extremely hard and for long hours day in and day out since we opened. Frankly, we’re tired and did not want to keep going. Some people have the restaurant business in their blood. We had to admit we did not. This was no longer what we wanted to do with our lives. We listed the restaurant for sale on Craigslist.com. Joe Van Dyke, aka “Jammin’ Joe,” a blues guitarist and restaurateur from Virginia was our first serious response to the ad. Jammin’ Joe has owned and or operated several restaurants in his life. He carved out a pretty good reputation for barbecue back east and wants to do the same in Denver. He liked our restaurant and accepted our price. He plans to open in early July. Thank you everyone who supported us in our endeavor. We appreciated it more than you know. And thanks to our awesome employees. A few are staying on with Joe. May God bless all of you. Shalom, Dina (and Frank)
Overheard
Eavesdropping on a woman trapped in the massive crowd on the patio outside of Elway’s during the Railbenders’ concert: “Every time I turn around, I see someone I don’t want to talk to.” 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.
Public meeting Monday, July 8 at 7 p.m. Westminster City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Avenue City Council Chambers
City Council will review proposed service modifications associated with the Adopted 2014 Budget. An official two-year budget for the fiscal years 2013 and 2014 was adopted in October 2012. City Council is interested in hearing your feedback on proposed service modifications for the Adopted 2014 Budget by attending this public meeting.
Westminster citizens are encouraged to attend!
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IngrEdIEnTs -4 tbsp. ground cumin -1 tsp. ground coriander -1 tbsp. chili powder -3 cups fresh tomatoes, diced -1 vegetable bouillon cube, dissolved in
-1 cup of water (gluten free if needed) -1 (6 oz.) can of tomato paste -1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans -1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce, no sugar added (optional)
1. In a large soup pot, sauté the red onion, bell pepper and garlic cloves in the oil. 2. Once the onions are translucent, stir in the turkey meat. Continue to stir until the meat is cooked.
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1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Lightly coat twelve 2-1/2-inch muffin cups with cooking spray; set aside. In a large bowl, stir together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, baking powder, apple pie spice, and salt. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture; set aside. 2. In a medium bowl, lightly beat eggs with a fork; stir in buttermilk and oil. Add egg mixture all at once to flour mixture; stir until moistened (batter should be lumpy). Fold in apple. Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters of the way. 3. In a small bowl, combine pecans, flaxseeds, and remaining brown sugar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Spoon pecan mixture on top of muffin batter. 4. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in muffin cups on a wire rack 5 minutes; remove from cups.
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20-Minute Hoisin Skillet Salmon Ingredients -One 15.5-ounce can florets (about 8 ounces) low-sodium black beans, -Four 5-ounce salmon drained and rinsed fillets, skin removed -2 tablespoons hoisin sauce -Juice of 1/2 lemon -1/4 teaspoon red pepper -2 tablespoons roughly flakes chopped fresh cilantro, -2 cloves garlic, crushed optional -4 cups medium broccoli -Kosher salt Directions Combine the beans, 3/4 cup water, hoisin sauce, red pepper flakes and garlic in a large skillet. Top with the broccoli, nestle in the salmon and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, cover the skillet and cook until the salmon is flaky and just cooked through and the broccoli is crisp-tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with cilantro if using. Add salt to taste and serve.
Ingredients -2 large egg whites -1 large egg -3/4 cup low-fat (1-percent) milk -1/2 teaspoon salt -1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract -2 teaspoons butter or trans-fat-free margarine -8 slices firm whole-wheat bread
Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. 2. In a pie plate, beat the egg whites, egg, milk, salt and vanilla with a whisk until blended. In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt 1 teaspoon butter or trans-fat-free margarine on medium heat. 3. Dip the bread slices, one at a time, in the egg mixture, pressing the bread lightly to coat both sides well. 4. Place 3 or 4 slices in the skillet, and cook until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook until lightly browned on the second side, 3 to 4 minutes. 5. Transfer the French toast to a cookie sheet; keep warm in the oven. Repeat with remaining butter or margarine, bread slices and egg mixture.
Grapefruit Salad with Honey-Mint Dressing -2 ruby red grapefruits -2 tablespoons
Directions
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finely chopped fresh mint
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1. Using a sharp chef’s knife, cut away the peel and the white part or pith from the grapefruit. 2. Carefully cut inside the skin of each segment to remove each section of flesh. 3. Squeeze the membranes over a bowl to extract all the juice. Whisk the honey and mint into the juice and set dressing aside. 4. Arrange the grapefruit segments on a platter or in a shallow bowl and drizzle with some of the dressing
equal to 50% of the use tax (excludes the ant public purpose; and City's .25% Open Space Tax and .6% WHEREAS, it is important for the City of Public Safety Tax) imposed by the City Westminster to remain competitive with pursuant to Section 4-2-9 of the Code and other local governments in creating assistpaid on tangible personal property used or ance for new businesses to locate in the consumed in connection with the initial City; and construction of the Whole Foods Store WHEREAS, Continuum Partners plans to and Improvements. The use tax rebate is lease space in Bradburn Village in Westestimated to be approximately $41,250, minster to Whole Foods Market; and and shall be paid to Developer in accordWHEREAS, a proposed Economic Develance with Section 5. opment Agreement between the City and 3. Use Tax Rebate—Furniture, Fixtures Continuum Partners is attached hereto as and Equipment. For the period commenExhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this Continued from Page 18 cing on the date of this Agreement and reference. the public to “Lend a Hand to Your Lakes and Lands” ending 36 months after the earlier to ocNOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the from 8 a.m.to 3 p.m. Saturday, terms July 13,ofattheBarr Lake cur of Developer obtaining a temporary Constitution of the State of Summer eveningsorinaOlde Town of certificate of occupancy certificate Colorado, the Charter and ordinances of State Park, 13401 Picadilly Road, Brighton. Coinciding occupancy for the Whole Foods Store, the the City of Westminster, Resolution No. Arvada will again come to life at the upcoming 2nd City shall rebate to Developer an amount of 1988: with Lake Appreciation Month,53, thisSeries volunteer event will First-time babysitters ages equal to 50% of the use tax (excludes the THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORSaturday Street Festivals, presented by Historic Olde City's .25% Open Space Tax and .6% engage crews to remove invasive and noxious weeds at DAINS: 11-13 are invited to a babysitting class from 9 a.m. to Arvada. The music of local favorites Chris Public Safety Tax) imposed by Daniels the City Section 1. The City Manager ofTown the City of the park, as well as at surrounding open space and State 3 p.m. Saturday, July 13, at the Northglenn Recreation pursuant to Title IV, Chapter 2 of the Code Westminster is hereby authorized to enter and the Kings, The Wendy Woo Band, and The Indulgers and collected on the purchased furnishinto lunch an Economic Development AgreeLand Board properties. A barbecue will be served Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Skills covered ings, fixtures, equipment and other tanment with Continuum Partners in substanwill echo down Grandview Avenue from 4:30-10 p.m. gible personal property subject to the City tially the formout. as the one attached at noon, and goodie bags and prizes willsame be given include CPR, first aid, safety, feeding, discipline, diapertangible as Exhibit “A,” and upon execution June of8, the July 13 use andtax Aug.(excluding 10. Visitors will fipersonal nd plentypropof Free recreational activities and Agreement informationtobooths will implement said erty described in Section 2 above) for the fund and ing and bathing. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www. food choices, beer andFoods wine, and shopping options from Whole Store and Improvements. Agreement. be open at the boat ramp between noon p.m., shall take effect Rebates shall be based on the documentnorthglenn.org/recxpress to register. Section 2. and This 3ordinance vendor booths ation liningreasonably the street. For information, visitCity prescribed by the upon its archery passagerange, after second reading. including face painting, canoe lessons, and provided by Developer and/or Whole Section 3. This ordinance shall be pubwww.oldetownarvada.org. Foods Market Rocky Mountain/Southwest, lishedwall in fulland within days after its enactboat rides, jumping castle, climbing freeten boat L.P. (together with any successors and/or ment. red-tailed hawkPASSED and Kids ages 8-11 are invited to a walking safely T-shirts for kids. Talon, the assigns, “Whole Foods”) which illustrates INTRODUCED, ON FIRST or delivery of any such furnishREADING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE boating safety mascot for Colorado Parks and Wildlife, this 10th day of purchases to school class that will prepare them to walk to and ings, fixtures, equipment such other ORDERED PUBLISHED Spectra Autism or Center tangible personal property that occurred June, 2013. PASSED, ENACTED ON and the Brighton Fire Department will be on hand for from school safely without direct parental supervision. within City and are thatpartnering such use to taxes SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT and Westminster Fire the Department ORDERED the fun too. Volunteers are asked to make aPUBLISHED reservation this 24th day of were paid to and collected by the City. The class is from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 13, at the introduce “Heroes,” an adventure all individuals The use tax rebatefor is estimated to be apJune, 2013. dressA”for yard work, Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center at 303-659-6005. Attendees should proximately $33,750, and shall be paid to “EXHIBIT with special needs and their families. Thewith event is from Developer in accordance Section 5. ECONOMIC AGREEgloves, longDEVELOPMENT pants and Drive. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/ including sun hats, tough garden 4. Sunday, Sales Tax The Elk CityDrive, shall reMENT 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. JulyRebate. 14, atan3850 bate to Developer amount equal to WITH BRADBURN NORTHERN ASSOlong-sleeved shirts (if preferred) and bring water and recxpress to register. CIATES, LLC Westminster. 50% of the sales tax paid to the City pursunscreen. Transportation will be provided and from suant to Title IV, Chapter 2 of the Code on FOR WHOLEtoFOODS STORE transactions occurring from, within or in weed-pulling sites. Visit cpw.state.co.us. connection with the operation of the THIS AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is Coming Soon Page 24 Whole Foodscontinues Store for theon period of time made and entered into this day of June, Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites commencing on the date that Whole 2013, between the CITY OF WESTMINFoods opens for business to the public in STER (the "City"), and BRADBURN the Whole Foods Store, and ending 36 NORTHERN ASSOCIATES, LLC, a Colormonths thereafter (the “Termination ado limited liability company (the “DeDate”). Developer shall provide timely writveloper”). ten notice to the City of the date that WHEREAS, the City wishes to provide Whole Foods shall open or has opened for certain assistance to Developer to facilitbusiness to the public in the Whole Foods ate the location of a new Whole Foods Store. Such rebate shall be payable from store in the Bradburn development in the sales tax revenues paid exclusively from, location generally depicted on the Site within or in connection with the operation Plan attached hereto as Exhibit “A” (the of the Whole Foods Store (i.e., no sales We invite you to join us in worship on Sundays. “Whole Foods Store”); and tax revenues paid from other properties or WHEREAS, City Council finds the execuAn inspirational traditional service is offered at 9 AM on Sunday. retailers within the Bradburn development tion of this Agreement will serve to provide or the City shall be rebated hereunder) benefit and advance the public interest There are choirs for every age and musical ability. Small group fellowships that meet weekly and monthly, a licensed pre-school and attributable to the imposition of the and welfare of the City and its citizens by program with a record of 39 plus years of excellence. As well as a Sunday school program for children, youth and adults. City’s (ELCA) 3.0% general sales tax (excluding securing the location of this project within the City’s .25% open space tax and .6% the City. We are located at 1605 W. 106th Ave., Northglenn. public safety tax): In consideration of the mutual promises For more information about church and all other services offered, (a) Sales Tax Rebate Amount. Any reset forth below the City and Developer feel free to contact us at 303-452-5120. See You There! agree as follows: bates provided by the City to Developer pursuant to this Section 4 shall be calcu1. Building Permit Fee Rebates. The City lated upon sales tax actually paid to the shall rebate to Developer an amount CITY OF WESTMINSTER City and imposed on transactions occurequal to 50% of the building permit fees ring from, within or in connection with the that are imposed by the City pursuant to ORDINANCE NO. 3684 operation of the Whole Foods Store. The Section 11-9-3(E) of the Westminster MuSERIES OF 2013 3031 W. 144th Ave. - Broomfield • 303-469-3521 ornicipal www.rslc.org City shall rebate to Developer an amount Code (the “Code”) and/or any othCOUNCILLOR'S BILL NO. 24 equal to 50% of the sales tax paid. er applicable ordinances, rules, regulaINTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS (across Rec. Center) Payment. The sales tax rebate amount tions or fee schedules of the City and paidfrom(b)Thornton Atchison - Major shall be paid to Developer in accordance in connection with the initial construction with Section 5. and/or installation of the Whole Foods A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AUTHORSunday Worship Sunday School &Store Adult Classes (c) End of Sales Tax Rebate. The sales and associated improvements withIZING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPin and/or T A am G R E E M E N T W I T H 9:20 CON 8:00 am, 9:30 amM&E N11:00 am- - 10:40 am serving the Whole Foods Store tax rebate shall end on the Termination Date, provided any rebate for the calen(collectively, the “Improvements”). This reTINUUM PARTNERS FOR THE WHOLE dar quarter in which the Termination Date bate excludes water and sewer tap fees. FOODS MARKET occurs shall be payable as provided The building permit fee rebate is estimabove subsequent to the Termination ated to be approximately $18,400, and WHEREAS, the successful attraction of Date. shall be paid to Developer in accordance new business that fill vacant space in ex5. Rebate Payments. The City shall pay all with Section 5. isting retail centers in the City of Westminbuilding permit fee, use tax and sales tax 2. Use Tax Rebate--Construction. The ster provides increased revenue for citrebates to Developer electronically via City shall rebate to Developer an amount izen services and is therefore an importwire transfer to Developer’s designated equal to 50% of the use tax (excludes the ant public purpose; and financial institution in quarterly payments City's .25% Open Space Tax and .6% WHEREAS, it is important for the City of made within 30 days after the end of each Public Safety Tax) imposed by the City Westminster to remain competitive with calendar quarter in which such building pursuant to Section 4-2-9 of the Code and other local governments in creating assistpermit fees, uses taxes and/or sales paid on tangible personal property used or ance for new businesses to locate in the taxes, as applicable, were collected by or consumed in connection with the initial City; and paid to the City. construction of the Whole Foods Store WHEREAS, Continuum Partners plans to 6. Entire Agreement. This Agreement shall and Improvements. The use tax rebate is lease space in Bradburn Village in Westconstitute the entire agreement between estimated to be approximately $41,250, minster to Whole Foods Market; and the City and Developer concerning the and shall be paid to Developer in accordWHEREAS, a proposed Economic DevelWhole Foods Store and supersedes any ance with Section 5. opment Agreement between the City and prior agreements between the parties and 3. Use Tax Rebate—Furniture, Fixtures Continuum Partners is attached hereto as their agents or representatives with reand Equipment. For the period commenExhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this spect to the subject matter hereof, all of cing on the date of this Agreement and reference. which are merged into and revoked by this ending 36 months after the earlier to ocNOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the Agreement with respect to its subject matcur of Developer obtaining a temporary terms of the Constitution of the State of ter. certificate of occupancy or a certificate of Colorado, the Charter and ordinances of 7. Agreement Termination. This Agreeoccupancy for the Whole Foods Store, the the City of Westminster, Resolution No. ment shall terminate and become void and City shall rebate to Developer an amount 53, Series of 1988: of no force or effect upon the City if Whole equal to 50% of the use tax (excludes the THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORFoods has not moved into the Whole City's .25% Open Space Tax and .6% DAINS: Foods Store for the purposes of constructPublic Safety Tax) imposed by the City Section 1. The City Manager of the City of CITY OF WESTMINSTER ing and installing its interior furniture, fixpursuant to Title IV, Chapter 2 of the Code Westminster is hereby authorized to enter NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR'S ture and equipment for the Whole Foods and collected on the purchased furnishinto an Economic Development AgreeSETTLEMENT Store on or before December 31, 2015. ings, fixtures, equipment and other tanment with Continuum Partners in substan8. Cessation of Whole Foods Business gible personal property subject to the City tially the same form as the one attached Pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., Operations. Except as otherwise provided use tax (excluding tangible personal propas Exhibit “A,” and upon execution of the notice is hereby given that on the July 15, in this Section 8, for the period commenerty described in Section 2 above) for the Agreement to fund and implement said 2013, at Westminster, Colorado, final cing on the date Whole Foods first opens Whole Foods Store and Improvements. Agreement. settlement will be made by the City with for business to the public in the Whole Rebates shall be based on the documentSection 2. This ordinance shall take effect Asphalt Specialties Co. hereinafter Foods Store and ending three years after ation reasonably prescribed by the City upon its passage after second reading. called the "Contractor," for and on acsuch date, if Whole permanently ceases and provided by Developer and/or Whole Section 3. This ordinance shall be pubcount of the contract for the construction operation of its business in the Whole Foods Market Rocky Mountain/Southwest, lished in full within ten days after its enactof a Project described as 2013 Asphalt Foods Store, Developer shall reimburse L.P. (together with any successors and/or ment. Pavement Rehabilitation Project. the City for any amounts rebated to Deassigns, “Whole Foods”) which illustrates INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST veloper under the terms of this Agreepurchases or delivery of any such furnishREADING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE 1. Any person, co-partnership, associment, which reimbursement obligation ings, fixtures, equipment or such other ORDERED PUBLISHED this 10th day of ation of persons, company, or corporation shall be the principal amount of any such tangible personal property that occurred June, 2013. PASSED, ENACTED ON that has furnished labor, materials, team rebates only, without interest. Developer within the City and that such use taxes SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, shall reimburse the rebated amounts in were paid to and collected by the City. ORDERED PUBLISHED this 24th day of or other supplies used or consumed by the aggregate in five equal annual payThe use tax rebate is estimated to be apJune, 2013. such Contractor or his subcontractor, or ments, the first such payment due and proximately $33,750, and shall be paid to “EXHIBIT A” that supplies rental machinery, tools, or payable on the date that is one year after Developer in accordance with Section 5. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEequipment to the extent used in the prothe date Whole Foods ceases operation of 4. Sales Tax Rebate. The City shall reMENT secution of the work, whose claim thereits business in the Whole Foods Store bate to Developer an amount equal to WITH BRADBURN NORTHERN ASSOfor has not been paid by the Contractor or (“Business Termination Date”). Notwith50% of the sales tax paid to the City purCIATES, LLC the subcontractor for the work contracted standing the foregoing to the contrary, Desuant to Title IV, Chapter 2 of the Code on FOR WHOLE FOODS STORE to be done, may file with the City a veriveloper shall have no reimbursement obtransactions occurring from, within or in fied statement of the amount due and unligation under this Section 8 if (a) a succonnection with the operation of the THIS AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is paid on account of such claim. cessor user generating materially similar Whole Foods Store for the period of time made and entered into this day of June, sales tax revenues as Whole Foods gencommencing on the date that Whole 2013, between the CITY OF WESTMIN2. All such claims shall be filed with the erated from its operations in the Whole Foods opens for business to the public in STER (the "City"), and BRADBURN City Attorney's Office, City of Westminster, Foods Store commences operations in the the Whole Foods Store, and ending 36 NORTHERN ASSOCIATES, LLC, a Color4800 W. 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Whole Foods Store within one year of the months thereafter (the “Termination ado limited liability company (the “DeColorado, 80031 by July 10, 2013. Business Termination Date; (b) a sucDate”). Developer shall provide timely writveloper”). cessor user reasonably acceptable to the ten notice to the City of the date that WHEREAS, the City wishes to provide 3. Failure on the part of a creditor to file City, as evidenced in writing from the City Whole Foods shall open or has opened for certain assistance to Developer to facilitsuch statement prior to such final settleto the Developer, commences operations business to the public in the Whole Foods ate the location of a new Whole Foods ment will relieve the City from any and all in the Whole Foods Store within one year Store. Such rebate shall be payable from store in the Bradburn development in the liability for such claim. of the Business Termination Date; (c) sales tax revenues paid exclusively from, location generally depicted on the Site Whole Foods’ cessation of business operwithin or in connection with the operation Plan attached hereto as Exhibit “A” (the Dated at Westminster, Colorado this 27th ations in the Whole Foods Store results of the Whole Foods Store (i.e., no sales “Whole Foods Store”); and day of June 2013. from a casualty or condemnation of the tax revenues paid from other properties or WHEREAS, City Council finds the execuWhole Foods Store, or any portion thereretailers within the Bradburn development tion of this Agreement will serve to provide CITY OF WESTMINSTER of, or results from an act of God or other or the City shall be rebated hereunder) benefit and advance the public interest /s/ Martin R. McCullough force majeure event; or (d) Whole Foods and attributable to the imposition of the and welfare of the City and its citizens by City Attorney recommences its operations in the Whole City’s 3.0% general sales tax (excluding securing the location of this project within Foods Store within one year of the Busithe City’s .25% open space tax and .6% the City. Published in the Westsider ness Termination Date. public safety tax): In consideration of the mutual promises First publication: June 28, 2013 9. Maximum Rebate Obligation. Notwith(a) Sales Tax Rebate Amount. Any reset forth below the City and Developer Last publication: July 5, 2013 standing any term or provision of this bates provided by the City to Developer agree as follows: 00044655 Agreement to the contrary, City’s rebate pursuant to this Section 4 shall be calcu1. Building Permit Fee Rebates. The City obligations under this Agreement shall not lated upon sales tax actually paid to the shall rebate to Developer an amount CITY OF WESTMINSTER exceed $800,000.00 in the aggregate. City and imposed on transactions occurequal to 50% of the building permit fees 10. Pledge; Subordination. The City's obring from, within or in connection with the that are imposed by the City pursuant to ORDINANCE NO. 3684 ligations pursuant to this Agreement are operation of the Whole Foods Store. The Section 11-9-3(E) of the Westminster MuSERIES OF 2013 subordinate to the City's obligations for City shall rebate to Developer an amount nicipal Code (the “Code”) and/or any othCOUNCILLOR'S BILL NO. 24 the repayment of any current or future equal to 50% of the sales tax paid. er applicable ordinances, rules, regulaINTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS bonded indebtedness and are contingent (b) Payment. The sales tax rebate amount tions or fee schedules of the City and paid Atchison - Major upon the existence of a surplus in sales shall be paid to Developer in accordance in connection with the initial construction and use tax revenues in excess of the with Section 5. and/or installation of the Whole Foods A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AUTHORsales and use tax revenues necessary to (c) End of Sales Tax Rebate. The sales Store and associated improvements withIZING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPmeet such existing or future bond intax rebate shall end on the Termination in and/or serving the Whole Foods Store MENT AGREEMENT WITH CONdebtedness. The City shall meet its obligaDate, provided any rebate for the calen(collectively, the “Improvements”). This reTINUUM PARTNERS FOR THE WHOLE tions under this Agreement only after the dar quarter in which the Termination Date bate excludes water and sewer tap fees. FOODS MARKET City has satisfied all other obligations with occurs shall be payable as provided The building permit fee rebate is estimrespect to the use of sales tax revenues above subsequent to the Termination ated to be approximately $18,400, and WHEREAS, the successful attraction of for bond repayment purposes. For the purDate. shall be paid to Developer in accordance new business that fill vacant space in exposes of this Agreement, the terms "bon5. Rebate Payments. The City shall pay all with Section 5. isting retail centers in the City of Westminded indebtedness," "bonds," and similar building permit fee, use tax and sales tax 2. Use Tax Rebate--Construction. The ster provides increased revenue for citterms describing the possible forms of inrebates to Developer electronically via City shall rebate to Developer an amount izen services and is therefore an importdebtedness include all forms of indebtedwire transfer to Developer’s designated equal to 50% of the use tax (excludes the ant public purpose; and ness that may be incurred by the City, infinancial institution in quarterly payments City's .25% Open Space Tax and .6% WHEREAS, it is important for the City of cluding, but not limited to, general obligamade within 30 days after the end of each Public Safety Tax) imposed by the City Westminster to remain competitive with tion bonds, revenue bonds, revenue anticalendar quarter in which such building pursuant to Section 4-2-9 of the Code and other local governments in creating assistcipation notes, tax increment notes, tax inpermit fees, uses taxes and/or sales paid on tangible personal property used or ance for new businesses to locate in the crement bonds, and all other forms of contaxes, as applicable, were collected by or consumed in connection with the initial City; and tractual indebtedness of whatsoever paid to the City. construction of the Whole Foods Store WHEREAS, Continuum Partners plans to nature that is in any way secured or collat6. Entire Agreement. This Agreement shall and Improvements. The use tax rebate is lease space in Bradburn Village in Westeralized by sales and use tax revenues of constitute the entire agreement between estimated to be approximately $41,250, minster to Whole Foods Market; and the City. the City and Developer concerning the and shall be paid to Developer in accordWHEREAS, a proposed Economic Devel11. Annual Appropriation. Nothing in this Whole Foods Store and supersedes any ance with Section 5. opment Agreement between the City and Agreement shall be deemed or construed prior agreements between the parties and 3. Use Tax Rebate—Furniture, Fixtures Continuum Partners is attached hereto as as creating a multiple fiscal year obligatheir agents or representatives with reand Equipment. For the period commenExhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this tion on the part of the City within the spect to the subject matter hereof, all of cing on the date of this Agreement and reference. meaning of Colorado Constitution Article which are merged into and revoked by this ending 36 months after the earlier to ocNOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the X, Section 20 (“TABOR”), and the City's Agreement with respect to its subject matcur of Developer obtaining a temporary terms of the Constitution of the State of obligations hereunder are expressly conter. certificate of occupancy or a certificate of Colorado, the Charter and ordinances of ditional upon annual appropriation by the 7. Agreement Termination. This Agreeoccupancy for the Whole Foods Store, the the City of Westminster, Resolution No. City Council; provided, however, the City ment shall terminate and become void and City shall rebate to Developer an amount 53, Series of 1988: agrees to use good faith in fulfilling its obof no force or effect upon the City if Whole equal to 50% of the use tax (excludes the THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORligations under this Agreement. Subject to Foods has not moved into the Whole City's .25% Open Space Tax and .6% DAINS: the foregoing, during the term of this Foods Store for the purposes of constructPublic Safety Tax) imposed by the City Section 1. The City Manager of the City of
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wire transfer to Developer’s designated financial institution in quarterly payments made within 30 days after the end of each calendar quarter in which such building permit fees, uses taxes and/or sales taxes, as applicable, were collected by or paid to the City. 6. Entire Agreement. This Agreement shall constitute the entire agreement between the City and Developer concerning the Whole Foods Store and supersedes any prior agreements between the parties and Continued Page 1 with retheir agents or from representatives spect to the subject matter hereof, all of which are merged into and revoked by this Agreement with respect to its subject matMcNally has been enter. 7. Agreement Termination. This Agreecouraging the ment shall terminatepeople and becomein void and ofcommunity no force or effect upon the City if Whole to voice their Foods has not moved into the Whole Foods Store for the purposes of constructopinions and concerns reing and installing its interior furniture, fixgarding rail to RTD. ture and equipment for the Whole Foods Store on or before December 31, 2015. She worked diligently to 8. Cessation of Whole Foods Business Operations. Except as passed otherwise provided get FasTracks by the in this Section 8, for the period commencing on the date firstworkopens voters, andWhole nowFoods she’s for business to the public in the Whole ing Store evenandmore to Foods ending diligently three years after such date, if Whole permanently ceases bring ofthat project her operation its business in theto Whole Foods Store, Developer shallonly reimburse community, not for the City for any amounts rebated to Developer under the terms thisthe Agreeher residents butoffor fument, which reimbursement obligation ture shall be of the Westminster. principal amount of any such rebates only, without interest. Developer “Rail system that shall reimburseisthearebated amounts in the aggregate in five equal annual payconnects the spokes to ments, the first such payment due and payable on theand date that one year after Denver, it’sis critical we the date Whole Foods ceases operation of get our spokes or we will be its business in the Whole Foods Store (“Business Termination Date”). Notwithdry up economically,” she standing the foregoing to the contrary, Developer said.shall have no reimbursement obligation under this Section 8 if (a) a successorThe user generating materially Lanes similar US Express sales tax revenues as Whole Foods genproject isoperations now well erated from its in theunder Whole Foods Store commences operations in the way.Foods TheStore project is set in Whole within one year up of the Business Termination Date; comple(b) a sucphases, with full cessor user reasonably acceptable to the City, as evidenced in writing from the City tion set for late 2015. to the Developer, commences operations in the Whole Foods Store within one year of the Business Termination Date; (c) Whole Foods’ cessation of business operations in the Whole Foods Store results from a casualty or condemnation of the Whole Foods Store, or any portion thereof, or results from an act of God or other force majeure event; or (d) Whole Foods recommences its operations in the Whole Foods Store within one year of the Business Termination Date. 9. Maximum Rebate Obligation. Notwithstanding any term or provision of this Agreement to the contrary, City’s rebate obligations under this Agreement shall not exceed $800,000.00 in the aggregate. 10. Pledge; Subordination. The City's obligations pursuant to this Agreement are subordinate to the City's obligations for the repayment of any current or future bonded indebtedness and are contingent upon the existence of a surplus in sales and use tax revenues in excess of the sales and use tax revenues necessary to meet such existing or future bond indebtedness. The City shall meet its obligations under this Agreement only after the City has satisfied all other obligations with respect to the use of sales tax revenues for bond repayment purposes. For the purposes of this Agreement, the terms "bonded indebtedness," "bonds," and similar terms describing the possible forms of indebtedness include all forms of indebtedness that may be incurred by the City, including, but not limited to, general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, revenue anticipation notes, tax increment notes, tax increment bonds, and all other forms of contractual indebtedness of whatsoever nature that is in any way secured or collateralized by sales and use tax revenues of the City. 11. Annual Appropriation. Nothing in this Agreement shall be deemed or construed as creating a multiple fiscal year obligation on the part of the City within the meaning of Colorado Constitution Article X, Section 20 (“TABOR”), and the City's obligations hereunder are expressly conditional upon annual appropriation by the City Council; provided, however, the City agrees to use good faith in fulfilling its obligations under this Agreement. Subject to the foregoing, during the term of this Agreement the City Manager is hereby directed to include sufficient funds in the City’s annual budgets to meet the City’s obligations hereunder. 12. Governing Law; Venue. This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado. This Agreement shall be subject to, and construed in strict accordance with, the Westminster City Charter and the Code. In the event of a dispute concerning any provision of this Agreement, the parties agree that prior to commencing any litigation, they shall first engage in a good faith the services of a mutually acceptable, qualified, and experience mediator, or panel of mediators for the purpose of resolving such dispute. The venue for any lawsuit concerning this Agreement shall be in the District Court for Adams County, Colorado. 13. No Third Party Beneficiaries. Nothing contained in this Agreement is intended to or shall create a contractual relationship with, cause of action in favor of, or claim for relief for, any third party (other than successor and assigns), including any agent, consultant or contractor of the parties. Absolutely no third party beneficiaries are intended by this Agreement. 14. Severability. If any term, covenant or provision of this Agreement is found to be illegal or unenforceable for any reason, the same will not invalidate any other term, covenant or provision and all of the remaining terms, covenants and provisions of this Agreement will remain in full force and effect. 15. Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the respective successors and assigns of the parties hereto. Developer may assign this Agreement without the consent of the City to (a) Daniel J. Murphy, a current employee of Continuum Partners, LLC, a limited liability company; (b) one or more persons being members of Developer; and/or (c) any entity owned or controlled by Developer and/or any one or more of the persons identified in (a) or (b) above. Developer may assign the rebate payment revenues provided for hereunder without the consent of the City as collateral to a lender of Developer or an Affiliate.
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July 5, 2013 RTD is conducting a Northwest Area Mobility Study to determine transit priorities in the northwest region, taking into consideration conditional changes since the passing of FasTracks in 2004. Lee said the study focuses on five key aspects: determining the remaining BRT funding priorities for US 36, evaluating the feasibility and cost of constructing the Northwest Rail in segments, evaluating the potential for extending North Metro Line to Longmont , evaluating the the potential of mobility improvements in the area and analyzing potential alternatives to facilitate reverse commuting between downtown Denver and US 36. For more information on FasTracks, go online to www.rtd-denver.com.
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Published in the Westsider July 5, 2013 00045172 City of Westminster Summary of Proceedings Summary of proceedings of the Westminster City Council meeting of Monday, June 24, 2013. Mayor McNally, Mayor Pro Tem Winter, and Councillors Atchison, Briggs, Kaiser, Lindsey, and Major were present at roll call. The minutes of the regular meeting of June 10, 2013, were approved as presented. Mayor McNally issued a proclamation declaring July to be Parks, Recreation and Libraries Month. The Mayor presented the 29th consecutive Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award to members of the Finance Department. With appreciation, the Council presented Business Legacy Awards to Westminster businesses who have served the community for 30 years. Council approved the following items; May 2013 Financial Report; 2012 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report; Indoor
With appreciation, the Council presented Business Legacy Awards to Westminster businesses who have served the community for 30 years. Council approved the following items; May 2013 Financial Report; 2012 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report; Indoor Sports Officiating Services Contract; Barnum Site Remediation Consultant Contract; Fleet Maintenance Onsite Parts Store Contract Renewal; Westminster Sports Center Floor Repair Services Contract; Jim Baker Reservoir Construction Inspection Services Contract; Northwest Water Treatment Facility Design Contract for Water Tank Repairs; 108th Avenue/Simms Street Intersection Improvements Agreement; final passage on second reading of Councillor’s Bill No. 23 making housekeeping amendments to WMC Title VII, Health and Sanitation; and final passage on second reading of Councillor’s Bill No. 24 approving EDA with Bradburn Northern Associates, LLC. Council continued and tabled to July 8 a public hearing to consider the appeal of a Planning Commission decision to deny a requested variance of the Sign Code at the Village of Standley Lake ODP. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m. By Order of the Westminster City Council Linda Yeager, City Clerk Published in the Westsider July 5, 2013 00045169 Project Based Section 8 Housing Program Orchard Crossing Apartments will officially re-open the 1 bedroom Project Based Section 8 waiting list on August 6th, 2013 for applicants. The wait list will be officially re-closed until further notice at the end of the day on, August 6th 2013. We do not offer preferences, and the wait list is managed through a first come first served. Applications will be accepted at 4183 W. 72nd Ave. Westminster CO 80030. Paper applications will be available and applicants need to apply in person. Any individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in this event may contact the office at 303-4289068. Requests should be made 72 hours prior to the event. Following the application procedure, all applicants will be placed on the waiting list. Placement on the waiting list does not indicate that the family is, in fact, eligible for assistance. A final determination of eligibility will be made when the family is selected from the waiting list. The Section 8 program is designed to assist very low income households to afford housing. There are income qualifications that must be met in order to be considered for the Section 8 program. Those who qualify for the program will pay approximately 30% of their adjusted monthly income for their share of monthly rent. Orchard Crossing does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, familial status, ancestry, handicap or marital status.
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It wasn’t the best of Father’s Day on the drag strip for Thornton’s Billy Joe Verkler in the Top Dragster classification in the June 15 Thunder on the Mountain at Bandimere Speedway. Verkler went into the final rounds in the event — which was sponsored by Grease Monkey — having achieved the top qualifying time of 6.179 seconds at 229.31 mph among the 35 drivers. He faced Ken Wolf of Longmont, who ran 7.213 at 186.51 in qualifying, but who entered the field as an alternate in round ation one after having qualified in the 34th pone to sition. But as racing fortunes have it, or misfortunes in this case for Verkler, Wolf pulled off the upset. In getting the victory, Wolf answered the green light with a hole shot of .003 of a second to Verkler’s .017. However, the second round didn’t go in Wolfs favor, either, as he was beaten by Branden Rhodes, who ran 6.756 seconds to Wolfs 7.223. Winning Top Dragster on a day in which competition was delayed over two-and-a-half hours by rain was Arvada’s Mitch Mustard, 6.964, defeating Robert Ross of Pueblo, who ran 6.965 seconds. But despite the loss, the season should still prove to be promising for Verkler, driving his 2008 Bos Dragster. Verkler was born in Davenport, Iowa, 1980, but has lived in Colorado for the past 28 years. He is a graduate of Horizon High School and started driving competitively three days after his 16th birthday. His grandfather, Joe, and father, Kevin,
helped get him into racing as they both drove on quarter mile drag strips. “As a kid I worked on the cars and I didn’t play any high school athletics,” said Verkler, who will turn 33, June 27. “Racing has always been a family endeavor. It’s just a kick with my wife, Jen, my kids, Collin (13), Drake (8) and Xander (2) and it great to have them around. There just is a focus to do well and enjoy what we do.” Verkler feels that racing is just like a hobby. He points out the difference in sports families, many liking football, basketball, hiking and myriad activities not connected with their occupations. “There has been nothing bad about racing for the family,” said Verkler, who won his first race at Bandimere 12 years ago. “I’ve had no serious wrecks so I’ve been very fortunate. About the only things that have happened have been engine break downs and a few bangs on the car. It’s all been good from my standpoint and that first win has been one of my best moments.” Verkler has competed in AA Drove Pro Mod and three years ago competed in a Top Alcohol Funny Car. His best time to date was accomplished last season on the Bandimere track covering the quarter mile in 6.10-seconds at 234 mph. Verkler, who is sponsored by DR Auto and Truck Repair in Littleton and owned by Dean Bergh, hesitates when asked how many career wins he has accounted for. “I’ve won 15 to 20, I guess,” Verkler said. “I’ve lost count. I just want to go out and do my best each race. My biggest win was winning the Night of Fire and Thunder, three years ago here at Bandimere. My last win was also here at Bandimere last season. I just want to keep it going and do a good job. It’s something I really enjoy and having my family around has been one of the best parts.”
Driver BJ Velkner gets ready to compete at Bandimere Speedway Saturday, June 15.
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If you look above the golfers putting you can make out the Sleeping Indian along the line of the mountain range. Photos by Danny Williams
Enjoy distinctive West Woods Golf Course Arvada municipal course has three courses with varied challenges By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com West Woods Golf Course is always a pleasant place to play although it has split personalities. The many regulars who play the Arvada golf course, just five minutes from Interstate 70 and Ward Road, know that every time you play the course, you get something a little different. Not only does the course offer three different ninehole options, but it sits on a massive acreage on at the edge of the foothills, so a bad shot could somehow find its way onto the green or fairway. However, what may look like a great ball off the tee could end up in a pond, lost out of bounds or in an Arvada resident’s backyard — or in the rough or the bunker. “Every time you play here, each round brings something a little different,” West Woods assistant golf course manager Scott Weyer said. “Not only do we have 27 holes but each nine is distinctly different.” West Woods, a Richard M. Phelps-designed course, opened in 1994 with 18 holes, with the front nine dubbed
the Sleeping Indian and the back nine the Cottonwood. In 1998, Rick Phelps, Richard’s son, designed West Woods’ third nine-hole course, the Silo. The Sleeping Indian is a pretty traditional nine-hole course. It’s wide open and will allow golfers to spray the ball left or right, but offers a chance to score and save pars. The Cottonwood plays a little tighter. With narrower fairways and trees everywhere, golfers can find trouble on the Cottonwood, and pars can quickly turn into bogeys. The Silo is even narrower than the Cottonwood, and it is the shortest of the three nine-hole courses. It is a true shotmaker’s course for those using their A-game. “You can play the course long from the tips or play it short if you are not a long ball hitter, so this not a course just for lower-handicap players. Anyone can play here,” staff member Chad Duran said. As golfers approach the No. 1 tee box at West Woods Golf Course, they can look directly west at the mountains to see an outline of the Sleeping Indian on the mountain. The course’s signature hole is considered No. 23, the fifth hole on Silo. It’s a 493-yard, par 5 that is severely uphill and has a large silo, left from the area’s ranching days. “When you play West Woods, you feel like you’re play-
A grandfather and his grandson work on their putting on West Woods’ well groomed putting greens.
ing a course that is not your average municipal. The view of the Sleeping Indian is amazing, the course is always in great shape and it’s affordable,” West Woods regular Rick Simms said. West Woods is also on the verge of celebrating its 20th anniversary. For the 10th anniversary, the course offered free golf to patrons, who were only asked to pay for their card. The course gave away nearly 600 rounds of free golf that year. For this anniversary, they plan to offer something similar. “We, as the staff, can all do a good job running and maintaining the course, but the people who come is what makes playing here such an enjoyable experience; we have great people,” Weyer said. West Woods is also known for having some of the best practice facilities around. Besides a massive driving range with 30 grass stations, the course features putting and chipping greens that are in as good condition as greens on the course. In addition, West Woods has made an effort to get more kids into golf. Weyer said that all of the club’s professionals believe in having youth involved in golf at an early age. To accomplish that, he course holds junior clinics and events, as well as men’s and women’s clubs, Get Ready Golf, Friday Nights and Ladies Nights Out.
An aerial view of the No. 1 hole on the Sleeping Indian course gives lots of fairway to work with off the tee.
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istration. Registration ends Aug. 26. Players will have the opportunity to showcase their skills to coaches from Mines in a prostyle workout. The camp will consist of running, throwing from positions, bullpens, batting practice and live at-bats. Instruction will be given by the coaches, and evaluations will be given to the players. Each player must bring his own glove, bat, cleats/spikes, running shoes or turf shoes, hat and any other equipment they feel necessary to compete. Catchers must bring their own gear, including a catcher’s mask/helmet. Helmets for batting practice will be provided.
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New Mines Director of Athletics David Hansburg speaks to Mines’ staff members. Photo by Danny Williams associate athletic director for football operations and summer camps for the University of Colorado in Boulder. There he was a member of the athletics leadership team and participated in a variety of committees. “We’re excited to welcome David to Mines. His leadership of athletics operations and administration at both the college and college-prep levels illustrates his incredible dedication to student athletes. The combination of David’s energy and fresh ideas with the commitment and deep knowledge of Mines’ coaching
‘I am honored to become a part of the Colorado School of Mines.’ David Hansburg
staff will take us to new heights,” Scoggins said.
Track stars honored for academics
Mines’ Russell Drummond and Phil Schneider were named to the 2013 Capital One Academic All-America Division II Men’s Track/Cross Country Team, as selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America. Drummond, a senior civil engineering major with a 3.77 GPA, was one of two student-athletes to repeat as First Team selections. Schneider earned Third Team accords with a 3.46 GPA in chemical and biological engineering. The 2012 RMAC Men’s Cross Country Academic Runner of the Year and 2012-13 RMAC Men’s Indoor Track and Field Academic Athlete of the Year, Drummond capped his decorated career as runner-up and All-American in the 1500 at the NCAA Division II
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The Mines baseball program will host a Prospect Camp on Sunday, Sept. 1, at Jim Darden Field on the Colorado School of Mines campus, head coach Jerod Goodale announced Friday. The camp will run 12:30-5 p.m.; cost is $100. The camp is specifically for athletes entering 10th to 12th grades this fall. Spots in the camp are limited and reserved in the order of reg-
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David Hansburg was named Colorado School of Mines fifth full-time director of athletics, the school announced Friday. After a nationwide search, school President Bill Scoggins appointed Hansburg to lead a very proud Mines’ athletic program. Hansburg will begin his duties at Mines on Aug. 1 replacing Marv Kay, who has served as interim director. “I am honored to become a part of the Colorado School of Mines,” Hansburg said. “I believe it is the top school in Colorado academically, with outstanding athletics programs at every level — intercollegiate, intramural, recreational and club sports. Mines’ commitment to its student athletes and coaches is second to none, and I look forward to carrying on that tradition.” Hansburg, a native of Roslyn, N.Y., comes to Mines from the Alexander Dawson School in Lafayette, where he served as director of athletics. He previously served as the
Mines head football coach Bob Stitt has announced the addition of an 11th game to his team’s 2013 schedule. The Orediggers will now welcome perennial power Carson-Newman to Campbell Field on Sept. 14, in the inaugural Boulder Broker Classic. Carson-Newman, a South Atlantic Conference member located in Jefferson City, Tenn., will be in its 34th season under coach Ken Sparks, who is one of just 11 coaches in the history of college football to record 300 or more victories. “I’m very excited about our football program having the opportunity to compete against Division II power Carson-Newman and legendary coach Ken Sparks,” Stitt said. “This marquee matchup will bring an excitement to Campbell Field and the City of Golden that we haven’t experienced in quite a while.”
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How can adults help children be physically active outside and do the things they love while keeping them safe? There are ways to keep this delicate balance. For more ways to help young children and families be active and safe, go online to www.grandparentsteachtoo.org and pod casts of “Learning through the Seasons” at wnmufm.org.
What is TBI?
According to the Center for Disease Control, “Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the normal function of the brain. Not all blows or jolts to the head result in a TBI. The majority of TBI’s that occur each year are concussions or other forms of mild TBI.” A concussion is one type of TBI caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head that can change the way your brain normally works. Concussions can also occur from a fall or a blow to the body that causes the head and brain to move quickly back and forth. Concussions are usually not life threatening. Even so, their effects can be serious.
Families Can Help
Experts ask that families be informed and stay informed about ever-changing research. The cdc. gov site is an excellent place to keep informed. The site also offers free training for coaches and teachers. Families must know the signs of concussion. Symptoms fall into four categories: thinking/ remembering, physical, emotional /mood, and sleep. Young children may not understand or be able to explain how they feel. See the cdc.gov website for a full description of each symptom and recommendations.
BLOCK PARTY Eighteen of Colorado’s best blues and rock acts will play eight hours of nonstop music on three stages at the 16th annual Blues & BBQ for Better Housing block party from noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 14, at 7307 Grandview Ave. in Olde Town Arvada. The goal is to raise $20,000 for Habitat for Humanity. Visit www.bluesnbbq.com to purchase an all-day pass or for information. COMING SOON/JULY 15
According to the CDC, “most people with a concussion recover quickly and fully. In general, recovery may be slower among older adults, young children, and teens. Those who have had a concussion in the past are also at risk of having another one and may find that it takes longer to recover if they have another concussion.” Children are injured by what they do most frequently — riding a bike, scooter or skateboard. In winter, add sledding, skiing and other sports. Organized sports have rules for safety and train coaches. It is the everyday, fun activities that require families to be educated, aware and involved. Neurosurgeons are advocates for children wearing bike helmets. They say families can provide helmets that fit and insist children wear that equipment. The bike and helmet go together. The fit of a helmet is important — snug but not too tight. The padding should be fresh, not dried up. If anything is loose or spins, replace the helmet. A little-known fact is most helmets are designed for absorbing strong impact ONE time and should crack. They must be replaced to offer continued protection. Grandparents and parents can help by inspecting helmets and replacing them, if needed. What a great gift to help keep loved ones safe.
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BODY-MIND YOGA Gentle body-mind yoga specifically for beginners and folks managing chronic pain is at 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 15, at Living Water Spiritual Community, 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Email yogawithjammie@ gmail.com. COMING SOON/JULY 17 FAMILY SWIM Northglenn residents are in-
vited to a free night of swimming from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, at the Kiwanis Pool, 550 Garland Drive. Free ice cream will be provided. Call 303-450-8800 for information.
COMING SOON/JULY 17 ACTIVE MINDS “India: A Story of Contrast,” presented by Active Minds. India has the fifth largest economy in the world, yet 25 percent of the population lives below the poverty line. India’s universities produce an educated elite that competes with the best in the world, while more than a quarter of the country remains illiterate. Economic opportunity abounds for the upper class and mean, while the lower classes and most women live a narrow existence. Join Active Minds as we explore these and other contrasts as we seek to understand India and how it fits into the global community. COMING SOON/JULY 18, JULY 19, JULY 25 CONCERT SERIES Bring the whole family
to McIlvoy Park, 5750 Upham St. in Olde Town Arvada, for concerts and performances that are part of the Apex Summer Concert Series. Enjoy rock-n-roll of the 60s-80s with The Boomers at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 18. Then kids of all ages can enjoy the fun songs and stories by Beth Epley at 9:30 a.m., Friday, July 19. It is rhythm, blues and funk by Mojomama at 7 p.m., Thursday July 25. Call 303-425-9583.
RECURRING EVENTS ONGOING DOG TRAINER Become a dog trainer with Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue, using behavior science, holistic approaches and positive reinforcement techniques tailored to each individual dog, pet parent and specific situation. Learn to evaluate behavior, design
exercises, coach humans, handle dogs, deliver presentations, and resolve and prevent a variety of behavior problems. Classes in Denver and Lakewood. request an application at mishamayfoundation@gmail.com. Contact mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303-239-0382 for information.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Vanderhoof Elementary School is accepting registrations for incoming kindergarten. Students must be 5 years old by Oct. 1, 2013, in order to register for kindergarten. Vanderhoof has both a traditional half-day program and a tuition-based full day program. The school is at 5875 Routt Court, Arvada, and registration hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Go online to jeffcopublicschools.org and follow the prompts for registration information on Jeffco Connect. Once your student has been entered online you will need to bring copies of their birth certificate, immunization records and proof of residency to the school. If you live outside our attendance area, you will need to fill out a choice enrollment application. Choice enrollments are accepted on a space available basis. If you have any questions or would like additional information, call the Vanderhoof office at 303-982-2744.
WOMEN’S NETWORKING group in Arvada has openings for women in business who can commit to a weekly Wednesday morning meeting. One member per business category. Contact Info@OurConnection.org or call 303- 438-6783. RECURRING/THROUGH JULY 20 PAINTED CATS Cat Care Society will raise money with its “Tails of the Painted Cats” tour, which ends Saturday, July 20, at a gala dinner and auction at Pinehurst Country Club. Visit the online gallery at http://www.catcaresociety. org/paintedcatsgallery.html. Visit http://www. catcaresociety.org. RECURRING/THROUGH JULY 27 QUILT DISPLAY Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum presents “Machine Artistry Old and New: Sue Nickels and Pat Holly” from April 28 to July 27 at 1213 Washington Ave., Golden. The exhibit includes an array of antique sewing machines from a private collection. An opening reception is from 5-8:30 p.m. May 3; open to the public. Call 303-277-0377. RECURRING/THROUGH AUG. 3 LUNCH PROGRAM The Charter School Institute is participating 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. RECURRING/THROUGH AUG. 21 SUMMER CONCERTS Westminster Prom-
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enade’s summer concert series begins Wednesday, June 12, and continues through Aug. 21. All concerts are from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Gazebo at Westminster Promenade. The lineup includes: June 12: The 1950s: The Juke Brothers sock-hop band; June 26: The 1960s: “Woodstock Tribute,” re-creation of the iconic rock festival; July 3: The 1970s: Colorado’s tribute to “The Eagles”; July 17: The 1980s Message in A Bottle, The Police Tribute; Aug. 14: Bella Luna Cirque Show; and Aug. 21: To be announced. Visit thewestminsterpromenade.com
LOOKING AHEAD LOOKING AHEAD/JULY 19-20 REUNION THE Skyview Class of 1993 will have its 20th reunion July 19-20. Visit skyviewclassof1993.eventbright.com or www.facebook. com/SkyviewClassOf1993Reunion for all the information. LOOKING AHEAD/JULY 25 WINE TASTING The annual Indulge wine tasting event for CASA of Adams and Broomfield Counties is Thursday, July 25, and will include plenty of wine tasting, food, music, silent auction, chocolate desserts, live auction and more. Tickets are now available. Contact bcjayhawk68@gmail.com. LOOKING AHEAD/JULY 26 GOLF TOURNAMENT The fifth annual St. Joan of Arc Golf 4 Life tournament is Friday, July 26, at Hyland Hills Golf Course, 9650 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster. Call 303-279-3003. The event includes the tournament, lunch and an auction. Proceeds benefit pro-life programs in Arvada and Denver, and St. Joan of Arc capital projects. LOOKING AHEAD/JULY 26-28 CAMP COMFORT Dates for Mt. Evans Home Health & Hospice’s two 2013 Camp Comfort sessions are June 28-30 and July 26-28. This award-winning bereavement camp, located in the Rocky Mountains just west of Denver, is a way for children ages 6-12 to explore their feelings of grief and share memories of their loved ones. The cost to attend Camp Comfort, including all workshops, recreation, meals, snacks, and overnight accommodations, is $150. Scholarships are available based on financial need. For more information, or to receive a brochure, visit www.CampComfort.org or call Mt. Evans at 303-674-6400. LOOKING AHEAD/JULY 29 BLOOD DRIVE Church Ranch Office Park hosts a community blood drive from 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. Monday, July 29, inside the Bonfils mobile bus at 7237 Church Ranch Blvd., Westminster. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org.
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