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Climate, housing, transportation on deck for 2023

e event included seven speakers ranging from Governor Jared Polis to State Senator Faith Winter. e event, hosted at Broom elds Aloft Hotel, was sponsored by the local transit advocacy group Community Solutions. e group focuses on transportation issues in the northern Metro Denver suburbs.

BY LUKE ZARZECKI LZARZECKI@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Climate, transportation and housing all dominated the presentation at the 14th Legislative Breakfast on Jan. 5 in Broom eld.

XcelEnergy President Robert Kennedy laid out the road map for his company to reduce its fossil fuel emissions.

By 2050, the company plans to have zero carbon emissions through renewable energy sources and

net-zero gas services. By that time, Kennedy said hopes are high for all cars to run on clean energy.   at’s because their plan hopes one out of ve cars will be electric by 2030, and all cars will be electric by 2050. Making that a ordable is key. “Charging electric vehicles during our o ering will cost the equivalent of $1 per gallon of gas,” he said.  e plan will result in a reduction of ve million tons of carbon emissions by 2030 per year.

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Colorado considers changing its Red Flag Law

Mass shooting at club sparks new discussion

BY MARKIAN HAWRYLUK KAISER HEALTH NEWS

A Nov. 19 shooting that killed ve people and wounded 19 at a Colorado Springs nightclub has o cials considering changes to strengthen Colorado’s red ag law, particularly in self-declared “Second Amendment sanctuaries,” where emergency petitions to remove a person’s guns are led less frequently and usually denied.

e three-year-old state law allows law enforcement o cials or family members to seek a court order to seize the guns of a person who poses a threat to themselves or others. But the Club Q shooting underscores a fundamental challenge for it and other red ag laws: Sheri s often refuse to use the measures based on a belief that they infringe on the Second Amendment’s right to bear arms.

El Paso County, where the Colorado Springs shooting happened, is one such place. It has the lowest approval rate for initial court petitions led under the law of any county in Colorado where more than three cases have been led, according to a KHN analysis of court records. Now Colorado lawmakers, like those in other states that have experienced mass shootings in recent years, will try to turn angst over the incident into legislative action to strengthen the state’s red ag law, including potentially expanding the pool of people who can petition for a protection order.

J.J. Ament, president and CEO of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, says Colorado is on a good track to attracting business, but can do more to put itself in a better position.

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Transit-centered group hosts legislators and leaders to discuss coming year

Award for an Ag-based high school

Founders of Commerce

City’s STEAD School win medal from governor

BY SCOTT TAYLOR STAYLOR@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

An agriculture-focused Commerce City high school is still two years away from graduating its rst class of students and it’s already garnering attention and picking up awards from the state.

Amy Schwartz and Kelly Leid, the founders of Commerce City’s STEAD School, are among six recipients of the Colorado Governor’s Citizenship medals for 2022. e pair and the school they opened in the fall of 2021 will be featured in a Rocky Mountain PBS documentary set to air on Jan. 19 and will be honored at a reception and dinner Jan. 26.

“All of our honorees are featured permanently in the Western History Exhibit at the History Colorado Center in Denver,” said Jen Landers, executive director of CiviCO, the managing group of the awards for the state. “ is exhibit features 100-plus past and present leaders in the state of Colorado and each year when this medal is awarded, the winners are featured. So, their story lives on.”

e pair are scheduled to receive the Growth and Innovation Award as entrepreneurs who have led with

ingenuity and while inspiring others and creating new possibilities.

“ e spirit of this award is to recognize individuals who lead with exceptional ingenuity and growth and who go about creating opportunities for others,” she said. “So when we look at what the STEAD School is doing in terms of inspiring students around the ideas of science, technology and agriculture, it o ers students an alternative to the traditional classroom.”

Barns instead of classrooms

e STEAD campus is located on the site of the former 40,000acre Boxelder Farms property in Reunion, near the intersection of Tower Road and 104th Avenue. It is a ten-acre campus that is expanding in phases as the student body grows, with multiple buildings designed to look and feel like barns. Auxiliary specialty workshops and labs support the programs and student projects, o ering real-world learning experiences.

e public charter high school is part of School District 27J and it broke ground in January 2021. Students are drawn from District 27J’s student population via a weighted lottery, up to 175 students per class.

e school is a new take on STEMfocused education. STEM schools are a standard across the country, focusing students on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. STEAM Schools, a more recent subset, adds Arts to the mix.

e Commerce City school focus-

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es on Science, Technology, Environment, Agriculture and Design. e goal is less to promote farming as a career but to use agriculture as a teaching method, he said. It focuses on four subject areas — animal, plant, environmental and food science.

“Across those four pathways are upwards of 3,000 di erent career possibilities, some of them in agriculture, some not,” Leid said.

e school might have a student with a knack for software development that could end up designing drone software meant to keep track of crop growth.

“My hope would be these kids go into a pathway that leads directly into agriculture. Lord knows we need them,” Leid said. “But as long as they are pursuing what they are passionate about and that this school helped them develop the skills they needed, I will consider it a great success.”

Silicon Valley for Ag

He noted that agriculture is a $47 billion annual business in Colorado, supporting more than 195,000 jobs.

“Colorado can become the epicenter for agriculture innovation, similar to Silicon Valley. So we’d like to become the Silicon Valley for agriculture,” Leid said.

Part of Silicon Valley’s success was schools that supported mathematics and computer engineering. Colorado State University seeks to do the same with agriculture education, he said.

“What we aim to do is push that interest down into high schools and start seeding and cultivating that among a much younger age,” he said.

e school took on its rst class in Aug. 2021.

“Baby boomers are retiring at an accelerated rate and these positions in Ag-related elds, we are struggling to replace them,” Leid said. “We’d like to ll them with kids of color, and we have a very diverse student body.”

Rather than regular classrooms, the curriculum is entirely projectbased. Students are given tasks and must consider the best ways to complete them.

“We spend a lot of time thinking about how we get young people excited about what agriculture means today,” he said. “It’s about technology, it’s about innovation, it’s about science, it’s about problem-solving. So the basis of the school is thinking di erently but also how we talk about it and how we get kids excited about tackling these really hard global issues.”

It’s a unique method that’s required nding unique teachers, he said.

“One of our goals is to prepare teachers to be very good projectbased teachers,” Leid said. “ at

CORRECTION

In a recent edition of the paper, we printed some incorrect information about Carol Whipple, the Arvada duathlete who won international acclaim and has competed in more than 20 championships in 13 countries.

She no longer works for the Na-

requires a di erent set of skills and it’s very hard work.”

e school is considering creating an institute to help train educators to lead project-based curricula.

“ is year we are going to do a deep analysis of how we are doing compared to our vision,” he said. “When we had our rst class in 2020, we didn’t know it was going to be during a pandemic. So that rst year was very focused on delivery. is second year has been more focused on recovery and you can see the di erence between those years. e kids are starting to understand what it means.”

Class of 2025

e school now teaches 260 students across the ninth and tenth grades. e rst class is on schedule to graduate in 2025.

“Next year, we’ll have upper-classmen. We’ll have juniors. We actually have a campus and I think the kids are beginning to understand how we are di erent and what it means to be a STEAD-er.”

Leid said he’s humbled to receive the governor’s award.

“I’m proud that we get to have a school like STEAD in Colorado, leading the way for the rest of the country and showing how we do it and why it’s important,” Leid said.

Other medals

CiviCO’s Linden said the school was a selected from a small group of entrepreneurs by Governor Jared Polis himself.

“We sit with the governor himself annually and go through the nominees for each category,” she said.

“He thinks about how the nominee supports others and inspires others to lift up civic engagement, and how to represent di erent communities across the state.”

In addition to the STEAD School, the governor will be awarding ve other medals.

Former Denver Mayor and U.S., Secretary of Transportation Federico Peña will receive the Vanguard Legacy Award, former U.S. representative Ed Perlmutter will receive the Public and Community Service Award, former Pueblo Central High School student and University of Colorado freshman Mitchell Mauro will receive the Emerging Community Leader Medal and Ball Corporation will receive the Corporate Citizenship Medal. e governor is awarding a posthumous Colorado Mountain Leader Medal for Clela Rorex, the former Boulder County Clerk who issued marriage licenses to six same-sex couples in 1975. e awards began in 2015 at the behest of then-Governor John Hickenlooper and former Governor Bill Owens.

“ ey were established to emulate the U.S. Medal of Freedom,” Linden said.

tional Park Service, and she won a bronze medal in duathlon and a gold medal in cross duathlon in 2022.

We regret the errors and any inconvenience. Email corrections to staylor@coloradocommunitymedia. com.

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Northglenn passes anti-hate resolution

BY LUKE ZARZECKI LZARZECKI@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Northglenn City Council unanimously passed an anti-hate resolution that affirms the importance of religious diversity at the Dec. 12 city council meeting.

“It must be unequivocally stated that hate, no matter how great and in whatever medium that it might take shape in, cannot exert itself or its nature in our community,”

said Everett Renberg, chair of the Diversity, Inclusivity and Social Equity Board.

The resolution, drafted by the DISE Board with help from the city attorney’s office, came from concerns over baggies thrown into residents’ yards that contained anti-semitic messages.

According to the memo, the baggies weren’t targeted and were randomly placed in yards. The resolution is the first step and ad-

ditional steps to address the messages will occur in 2023, he said.

Anti-Semitic, homophobic and white supremacist flyers were distributed in baggies that were thrown on several Northglenn lawns in November, on election day 2022. Fliers were placed in Thornton mailboxes as well.

To get the message out, council members asked the DISE Board to come up with strategies to market and advertise the resolution.

“The City Council stands against hate speech and affirms its commitment to supporting the City as a place where all individuals feel safe to live, work, learn, play and worship, and where all individuals are treated equitably regardless of characteristics including, without limitation, religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, income, political persuasion, or cultural practices,” the resolution states.

Westminster picks Woman of Light as community read

BY LUKE ZARZECKI LZARZECKI@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Westminster Public Library is inviting residents to read “Woman of Light” by Kali Fajardo-Anstine and take part in the rst community-wide read in 10 years.

“We are really excited,” said Je rey Eggleston, adult services librarian.

Eggleston said One Book Westminster, the program’s name and supported by the Friends of the Westminster Public Library, will bring the community together to read, discuss and re ect on the book’s themes. It’s focused on community, and Fajardo grew up in the North Metro Area, speci cally Arvada and Westminster.

What will change from previous readings are the di erent elements of programs the library will hold to engage the

community. e state historian will give a presentation at College Hill Library on Feb. 18, there will be a Family Stories workshop on Feb. 25 and an art exhibit curated by the Museo de las Americas will be on display from March to April.

In addition to that, book discussions will take place on Jan. 9, Feb. 1 and Feb. 11. On Feb. 11, there will also be a book discussion in Spanish. A talk with the author is scheduled to take place on March 11.

For all the speaker events, there will be American Sign Language translation services.

Eggleston said that the book discussions will be pub style and talk about things the readers want to.

e book resonates with the community, Eggleston said. It takes place in the Metro Denver Area and touches on themes within the area.

“A big part of our goal here in adult services is to make sure to be intentional in our selection for books and shared readings to help our community better stand our diversity and our history,” he said.

Supporting a local author, as well as re ecting on an intersectional feminist voice. Some of the themes within the book touch on addiction, family, domestic violence and abandonment.

“Kali just brings such an authentic voice to these serious things that people are facing in our community,” he said.

Starting this month, the library’s ebook and e-audiobook are all instantaneously accessible. e library also has 51 copies available for borrowing and plans to distribute 120 free copies.

“It’s a great way to bring our diverse community together with a shared experience of reading,” Eggleston said.

Westminster will the novel “Woman of Light” by Kali Fajardo the subject of its community reading program this spring. Fajardo grew up in the North Metro Area, specifically Arvada and Westminster

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Six numbers that will define the 2023 legislative session

New dynamics are in play

BY SANDRA FISH, ELLIOTT WENZLER AND JESSE PAUL THE COLORADO SUN

e 2023 legislative session in Colorado begins Monday with Democrats rmly in control of both the House and Senate.

While state lawmakers are still working on the ne print of their policy proposals, there are new dynamics at play at the Capitol that will de ne how the session unfolds. Here’s what they are:

120 days

e Colorado legislature’s lawmaking term is constitutionally limited to 120 days. So when the Colorado General Assembly convenes Monday, they will be working under a deadline of Monday, May 8.

A former state lawmaker used to say that once the 120 days are up, the carriage that is the legislature turns back into a pumpkin, a la the Cinderella story.

Much of the action will take place in the latter half of the session after lawmakers spend the rst several weeks of the term nalizing their policy plans. at will be especially true given the large number of legislators new to the Capitol.

“Session always has a little bit of a slow start,” said Senate President Steve Fenberg, a Boulder Democrat.

Here are some key dates to watch: • March 9: e 60th day of the

2023 lawmaking term, the halfway point in the session.

• March 27: Introduction of the scal year 2023-24 state budget in the Senate. e budget will start affecting the state July 1.

• April 14: Final passage of the budget.

• April 19: Final passage of the school nance act, which funds K-12 education.

And here are some important links to bookmark:

• e legislature’s website

• Search for bills

• Lawmaker info

• House calendar

• Senate calendar

• Track the action

• Watch or listen to proceedings, including committee hearing and oor debate

32 (at least) brand new lawmakers

Of the 100 lawmakers who make up the Colorado General Assembly, 42 will be new to their chamber when they are sworn in this month, including 32 who have never served in the legislature.

e 65-member House is where the majority of the Capitol newcomers will be. Nearly half of the chamber, or 30 representatives, are new to the legislature.

Only one newcomer to the House, state Sen. Tammy Story, a Conifer Democrat who was elected to a House seat in November, has experience in the legislature. Story ran for the House after her Senate district became heavily Republican

last year during the once-in-a-decade redistricting process

Here’s a closer look at the

numbers:

Of the new 31 House members, 19 are Democrats, joining the 27 Democrats returning to the chamber. Twelve of the new state representatives are Republicans, joining seven returning GOP House members.

• ere will be 11 new senators out of the chamber’s 35 total members, six Democrats and ve Republicans. Nine of the new senators served previously in the House, so they have an idea of what they’re getting into. Democratic Sen.-elect Janice Marchman, of Loveland, who defeated incumbent Republican Rob Woodward, and Sen.-elect Byron Pelton, a Sterling Republican, are the only new senators who haven’t served in the legislature before.

One of the new House members who will also be new to the legislature is Democrat Lorena Garcia, a community organizer, who was selected Tuesday by a vacancy committee to ll the seat of state Rep. Adrienne Benavidez, an Adams County Democrat who announced last month that she was resigning from the legislature.

When she is sworn this month, Garcia will be the 42nd lawmaker new to their chamber and the 32nd who hasn’t served in the legislature before.

Additionally, a vacancy replacement for Sen. Bob Rankin, a Carbondale Republican who also an-

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Connecting through transit

J.J. Ament, president and CEO of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, emphasized the importance of transportation for the region, as well as the state. Public transit plays a huge role in connecting the state, and also in keeping it competitive: public transit reduces air pollution, and low air pollution means better economic opportunities.

nounced his resignation last month, will be selected Saturday. His seat is likely to be lled by state Rep. Perry Will, a New Castle Republican who lost his House reelection bid in November. He would be the 43rd lawmaker new to their chamber, though he has served in the legislature before.

Leadership at the Capitol warned that with so many new lawmakers it may take a few months before their policy ideas are ready to be put to paper and introduced as bills.

“ ere’s a learning curve,” said Fenberg, the Senate president.

Incoming House Majority Leader Monica Duran, a Wheat Ridge Democrat, said she has been encouraging new members in her caucus to work with interest groups on their legislation. Each lawmaker is supposed to be limited to ve bills.

“It’s better to get it right,” she said, “and if that takes more time, if that takes (more time) in order to get it done right, that’s what you do.”

Some other key stats on the legislature in 2023: Women will make up a majority of Colorado’s state lawmakers, at 51 of 100. ere will be 39 House members who are women and a dozen senators who are women. Colorado trails only Nevada in the number of women in its legislature.

• Republicans doubled the number of GOP women in the state Senate — to two — with the election of state Rep. Janice Rich, of Grand

Denver International Airport also plays a huge role, he said.

“It’s really, really important that we have the ability to connect,” Ament said.

According to Ament, DIA stands as the third busiest airport in the country and is the second largest domestic network of airlines that ies nonstop to other airports.

at’s important to attract workers. Ament explained with increases in remote working, those workers will want to come to Colorado for

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• e number of Republican women in the House remains at six, although only two of them — Reps. Stephanie Luck of Penrose and Mary Brad eld of Colorado Springs — are returning members.

46-19 and 23-12 ose aren’t college bowl game scores. ey’re what the Democratic margins in the state House and Senate will be when the 2023 lawmaking term begins.  at 46-19 Democratic majority in the state House is ve seats larger than the 41-24 majority Democrats have had over the past two years. e margin is so big Democrats will have a supermajority in the chamber, meaning they can override Gov. Jared Polis’ vetoes, refer constitutional changes to voters and call a

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various reasons, one of them being outdoor recreation. To cater to those workers, they need frequent ights to their companies’ headquarters in the event they need to attend inperson meetings every so often.

“If you can live anywhere because of remote work, wouldn’t you want to live in the best place ever, which is here?” Ament said.

Low taxes

Additionally, Colorado’s low taxes help keep the state competitive. However, Colorado’s law that requires companies to include salary information in job advertisements is keeping companies from placing those ads in the state.

e state’s nine industries that have a competitive advantage over other states are aerospace, aviation, bioscience, broadband, energy and natural resources, nancial services, food and beverage, healthcare and wellness and IT software.

A key issue for the 2023 legislative session, according to Polis, will be housing and how to reduce housing costs for families.

special legislative session, all three of which require the support of twothirds of the chamber.

e Senate Democrats’ majority, at 23-12, is one vote short of a supermajority. However, it is two votes larger than the 21-14 edge Democrats have had over the past two years. e majority was padded by the August decision of Sen. Kevin Priola, of Henderson, to switch his party a liation to Democrat from Republican.

Democrats were bracing for a 2022 election cycle in which they would lose ground in the legislature. Instead, the party picked up more sustained power in Colorado than they’ve ever had, winning in Republican-leaning districts and defending their hold on competitive seats.

While there are obvious bene ts to having larger majorities, there are also challenges for Democrats.

e Senate and House Democratic caucus include members with a wide variety of beliefs, including

He said that the state needs to remove barriers to the creation of housing, and developments need to be “thoughtful, smart and sustainable.”

As well, he said higher housing costs are leading Coloradans to live further from their jobs, which leads to more tra c, more liability to maintain roads, more commuting and more air pollution.

“ at just doesn’t work as a development formula for a state,” he said.

Building more transit and more housing closer to transit, he said, can deliver even better transit with more riders.

He touted SB21-260, which sent more funding to transportation. It was a way to counter less money from gas taxes coming in to x roads.

“Vehicles are becoming more fuel e cient, more people are using EVs, and yet we relied on gas taxes for roads. at combination of more people traveling more miles and using less gas is great for air quality and the environment wasn’t good for how we funded our roads,” he said.

Winter gave an anecdote of how air pollution a ects everyday people, from her daughter’s cross-country race getting canceled to how air pollution impacts her dad who is on

moderates and some who describe themselves as Democratic socialists. ere could be intraparty conicts at times.

e political split also leaves the GOP with few options to try to inuence the legislative process.  Republicans can either work with Democrats to have their voices heard, or they can use their bully pulpit to try to convince Coloradans that what the majority party is doing is bad.

GOP members in the House have already signaled that they plan to go the bully pulpit route by using stall tactics to try to slow down the Democratic agenda. If legislation hasn’t been passed by May 8, it dies on the calendar. In recent years, Republicans have been successful at shaping some legislation by libustering.

House Minority Whip Richard Holtorf, an Akron Republican, said just after the November election that he feels like he’s a member of the 300 Spartans who had to fend

oxygen.

She pointed to the importance of public transit, but how it isn’t accessible to everyone. She pointed to SB21-260 as well, voicing how the multimodal option funding within the bill can help local governments and transportation agencies expand transit services.

“ e future of transit really depends on us all working together in partnership,” she said.

Even with the electri cation of vehicles, she says it’s imperative to keep up e orts to reduce vehicle miles traveled to help clean the air.

o a much larger contingent of the Persian army in the Battle of ermopylae fought in 480 BC.

“I’m a libuster champion,” Holtorf said, “and I will bring those tools to this mighty small team. And you will watch something that you’ve never seen before in this gold dome. And the Democrats will grow weary and tired of what I bring to bear. But that’s OK. Let them be tired and let the bad bills die on the calendar.”

2027

It will be four years before Republicans realistically have a chance to wrest control of government from Democrats given how large Democrats’ majorities are in the House and Senate.

Yes, there is an election in 2024 in which all House members will have to run for another term and half of the Senate will be up for grabs, but Republican and Democratic leaders

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“We can’t electrify our way out of the climate crisis,” she said.

She linked transportation and housing, saying those issues go hand in hand. With more development, the question is how to connect residents from where they live to where they work and recreate.

Touching on her experience as a Westminster City Councilor, she championed local governments with have that power.

“Our local governments actually know how to do this and know how to do this really well,” Winter said.

After years of profits, Colorado hospitals face downturn

Investment losses, sta ng an issue

BY JOHN INGOLD THE COLORADO SUN

After years of churning out pro ts, many Colorado hospitals are now facing a downturn, according to recently led nancial disclosures.

UCHealth, for instance, reported a $157.5 million loss in the quarter ending Sept. 30, 2022. e loss was driven largely by investment losses — reported at more than $200 million. But the sagging stock market was not the only economic stressor for the hospital system.

Revenue from patient care was up by more than $100 million compared with the same period in the prior scal year. But the system spent more than $100 million more on wages than it did the previous year and $45 million more on supplies, signs of how in ation is impacting the hospital industry. e trends are similar at other hospital systems in Colorado.

Vail Health reported a $47 million loss through July 31, compared with a $60 million gain for the same period of 2021. Operating revenue was at, while supply costs increased by $10 million and the wage bill rose by $7 million.

Children’s Hospital Colorado reported an $82 million loss for the rst nine months of 2022, driven by a $180 million investment loss. Pro t

from its operations — i.e., patient care — was $70 million, up nearly $13 million from a year prior.

Denver Health is seeing higher supply, labor and pharmaceutical costs compared with what it had budgeted for. It is also seeing fewer patients than expected who are covered by private insurance — a more lucrative revenue source for a hospital that often treats people covered by government programs.

Denver Health also reported providing higher-than-expected levels of charity care, for which it does not get paid.

rough September 2022, Denver Health had seen a nearly $40 million loss on operating revenue for the year. It had about three months cash on hand, roughly one month less than it did at the same time in 2021.

Tom Rennell, the Colorado Hospital Association’s senior vice president for nancial policy and data analytics, has said hospitals are facing a “double whammy” of higher expenses and at revenues, and they are also being hammered in the stock market.

“I expect negative margins this year for many, many, many hospitals, potentially the entire industry,” Rennell said in late 2022.

Placing the downturn in context

Allan Baumgarten, an independent health care analyst who has produced reports for years on the Colorado hospital market, cautioned that the current downturn should be placed in context.

In Baumgarten’s most recent report on Colorado hospitals, looking at nancial performance in 2020, he found that Denver-area hospitals posted nearly $1.4 billion in pro ts for the year. And that was a slightly down year. In 2018, Baumgarten found that Denver-area hospitals saw a record $2.1 billion in pro ts.

“I think it’s necessary to look not just at the current year of results but to put into context how they have been doing for the last ve years,” he said. “Is this a temporary blip?”

Many hospitals have faced criticism for the size of their investment portfolios and the growing amount of money they’ve made from them. UCHealth, for instance, reported more than $1.2 billion in investment income for the 2021 scal year.

Baumgarten said those prior investment gains should give many hospitals the ability to absorb higher costs now.

“I would think that a lot of them would have a lot of money in the bank that if necessary they can fall back on,” he said.

Operating with a reduced cushion Hospital systems such as UCHealth, though, argue that they’ve already tapped some of that reserve — to help cover the unexpected expenses brought on by the pandemic.

“We used some of that money during the pandemic when we had to spend tens of millions of dollars on lab testing equipment and PPE and other things that were not planned for,” said Dan Weaver, a spokesman for UCHealth.

So, to hospitals, the current investment losses are particularly ill-timed because it means they can’t use investment revenue to cover their higher expenses. Rennell said the rising costs of doing business for hospitals will likely lead eventually to higher prices for services and, ultimately, higher health insurance prices.

“ e hospitals are having a hard time o setting these costs,” he said. “I will just say that it is a big challenge.”

e entrance to the University of Colorado Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. e hospital is the agship of the UCHealth system. (John Ingold, e Colorado Sun)

UCHealth provides an example of how runaway costs are gobbling up hospital budgets. e system has 13 hospitals in Colorado, as well as four a liated hospitals in Wyoming and western Nebraska. It employs roughly 28,500 people.

Weaver said the health system budgeted for salary increases for sta last scal year. But the tight

labor market for health care workers ended up pushing sta compensation even higher — $214 million more than was budgeted.

Weaver said UCHealth has increased sta compensation by 21.4% over the past four years.

“UCHealth is fortunate to have stable nances, but our margin has also decreased signi cantly over the past two years,” Weaver wrote in an email.

e most worrisome nancial situation in Colorado is in Leadville, where community-owned St. Vincent Health recently came within 24 hours of not being able to make payroll, according to a report by Colorado Public Radio. Lake County Commissioners approved a nearly half-million-dollar bailout for the hospital, according to the Leadville Herald Democrat.

e Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing, which administers Medicaid in the state, agreed to advance the hospital money, agency spokesman Marc Williams said.

“ e nancial loss in 2022 will delay some investment.”

At Denver Health, the rough nancial waters have caused the health system to pull back on some longterm projects.

“Denver Health remains committed to the critical expenditures that ensure quality care,” spokeswoman April Valdez Villa wrote in an email to e Sun. “However, the nancial loss in 2022 will delay some investment needed for long-term growth while we prioritize the present needs of our patients and sta .”

One example of that postponed investment is the system’s Sam Sandos Westside Family Health Center, a community clinic in Denver’s Sun Valley neighborhood that serves a disproportionately low-income population. Denver Health had been planning to replace the existing, aging facility. With the downturn, though, Valdez Villa said the health system has put those plans on hold and will make due with the current facility for at least a little longer.

“ at’s one of the biggest pieces, and of course, we’ll continue to reprioritize as safety nets always do to make sure quality patient care is upheld no matter the challenges we face,” she wrote.

Echoing national trends

Overall, the struggle of hospitals in Colorado echoes what is happening nationally.

A recent report by the consulting

rm Kaufman Hall estimated that hospitals’ operating margins are expected even in the most optimistic

scenario to be down 37% for 2022 compared to pre-pandemic levels — making 2022 the worst year nancially for hospitals since the start of the pandemic. A more pessimistic projection for 2022 put margins as much as 133% below pre-pandemic levels. Nationally, overall hospital expenses for 2022, including for labor and supplies, are expected to be $135 billion more than for 2021.

“ ese realities translate into access to services being put in jeopardy,” Rick Pollack, the president and CEO of the American Hospital Association, said in a statement. “ is deserves the immediate attention of policymakers at every level of government.”

But the nancial results are more mixed when looking at multistate health systems that operate hospitals in Colorado.

CommonSpirit Health, the Chicago-based nonpro t system that co-owns the Centura Health system, reported an operating loss of $227 million for the rst quarter of its 2023 scal year (which began in July). Centura operates 19 hospitals in Colorado and western Kansas, including St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood and Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs.

But Utah-based Intermountain Health, which last year merged with SCL Health, reported pro ts of more than $2 billion through the rst nine months of 2022, despite su ering big investment losses.

Intermountain owns 33 hospitals across the Western U.S., including St. Joseph Hospital in Denver.

e for-pro t HCA Healthcare, which owns HealthONE hospitals in Colorado, reported more than $3.5 billion in net income through the rst nine months of 2022. HCA is the largest for-pro t hospital system in the country, with seven acutecare hospitals in Colorado including Presbyterian-St Luke’s Medical Center in Denver.

Arizona-based Banner Health reported more than $800 million in losses through the rst nine months of 2022, made up mostly of invest-

ment losses but including $113 million in operating losses. Banner operates ve hospitals in Colorado, including North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley.

“It doesn’t mean we’re changing the focus.”

Kim Bimestefer, the executive director of the state Department of Health Care Policy and Financing, said she recognizes many hospitals are struggling.

Bimestefer and her agency have for years criticized hospitals for their nancial excesses. A report from the agency earlier this year found that Colorado hospitals overall in 2020 had the nation’s sixth-highest prices per patient and seventh-highest pro t per patient, as well as the nation’s sixth-highest total pro t. Costs per patient, a measure of e ciency that looks at hospitals’ underlying costs to provide care, was the 10th highest.

Based on those numbers, Bimestefer has argued that hospitals in Colorado need to slim down — more e cient operations, lower prices, tighter margins. e current downturn hasn’t changed her mind. She sees some of the issues, such as the investment losses, as being short-term things.

“Just like your 401(k) or an invest-

ment portfolio that anyone has, including hospitals, that too shall turn around,” Bimestefer said.

Hospitals often complain that Bimestefer’s agency is at least partly to blame for their woes. Weaver, the UCHealth spokesman, said Medicaid reimbursement rates have increased 4.5% over the past four years, while in ation has gone up nearly four times as much.

“ is trend is unsustainable,” he wrote in an email.

But Bimestefer is undeterred and said her agency will continue to push hospitals to work with the state to provide higher-quality, more-e cient and more-a ordable care to Colorado patients.

“ is has been a little bit of a hard chapter for them,” she said. “It’s an unusual chapter all around. It doesn’t mean we’re changing the direction, and it doesn’t mean we’re changing the focus.”

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Children’s Hospital Colorado continues to look at program to not just treat the children, but also help the family.

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contributions by the end of 2023.

What’s Working covered the details of the how the law will impact companies in an earlier column, but here’s a quick recap:

BY TAMARA CHUANG THE COLORADO SUN

As another year begins, so do some new state laws. And 2023 has a major one that will hit many workers’ paychecks almost immediately.

Paid family leave, which Colorado voters approved in 2020, will cost roughly $4.33 per week for a worker who makes $50,000 a year. In return, that worker will be eligible for up to 12 weeks (or 16 weeks for complicated births) starting in 2024. is isn’t a vacation fund, but kind of an emergency fund that will provide workers paid time o to have a baby or take care of sick loved ones or themselves.

“Starting in 2024, this is going to cover pretty much all employers in Colorado with a very small number of carve outs that were in the statute. All employees would be eligible for up to 12 weeks per year,” said Tracy Marshall, division director of the Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program, or FAMLI. “ is is an annual bene t. It’s not a once-in-a lifetime bene t.”

Keep in mind, companies and workers are paying into the program this year so that there will be money to support family or medical leave next year. e expectation? e FAMLI fund will have $1.3 billion in

For employees: For a worker who earns $50,000 a year, here’s what the contribution is, according to the state Department of Labor and Employment:

• $4.33 — Employee’s weekly payroll deduction, or $225.16 a year.

• $4.33/$225.16 — Employer’s payment for the employee, though companies can be generous and cover the employee’s portion, too.

For companies: For a company with 10 employees (smaller companies aren’t required to participate) who all earn $50,000 a year, that comes out to:

• $4,503.20 — is is the employer’s annual contribution. Half of this can be deducted from workers’ paychecks.

• Companies with existing plans can opt out but their paid-leave plans must be approved.

e bene ts: Starting in 2024, here’s what that same $50,000-wage worker will get paid if they take leave:

• $750.88 — Weekly bene t for the worker. at’s about 80% of the worker’s regular pay. Bene ts are based on wages. e maximum is $1,100 a week. e bene t is paid by the state, not through the employer, so workers must apply through the state portal.

It’s also not just for new parents. Paid leave will provide a temporary

bene t for Coloradans who need to take care of their sick loved ones or even themselves. It’s a bene t that an estimated 2.7 million workers could be eligible for. Roughly 216,000 employers need to register with the state’s program and the rst payments are due April 30.

On average, wages in Colorado have increased 8.5% in one year. But that’s the average hourly wage. For minimum wage earners, that’s going up too — by 9%, or the rate of in ation for the rst half of the year, which is what the state uses to calculate the annual cost of living change.

In Colorado, minimum wage is moving to $13.65 an hour on Jan. 1

from $12.56. In Denver, it jumps to $17.29 an hour from $15.87.

For comparison, here is how Colorado’s average hourly earnings have grown by month, according to data from the state Department of Labor: Tipped workers are getting an 11% increase to $14.27 an hour in Denver.

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It’s a shame that public health agencies got politicized

Wi th a brand new year, residents in Adams, Arapahoe and Douglas Counties each will be served by a new individual public health agency. Up until 2023, Tri-County Health Department was the service provider to 1.5 million residents for approximately 75 years for these three counties. Personally, I always thought highly of Tri-County Health and its professional staff. Dr. John Douglas, who was Executive Director of the agency for the past nine years, led a group of talented and dedicated medical personnel and administrative staff while dodging the politics of public health. Under his leadership, all of the COVID variants, which hit the three counties, along with the Department’s Board of Health. That is where the “rub” came into play. It started with conservative Douglas County with its County Commissioners. As we know, the mask orders generated an especially acrimonious relationship between the commissioners and Tri-County Health. Dougco Commissioners were incensed by Tri-County’s mask mandate for all schools in their service area as

the COVID variant was exploding. In turn, the commissioners were the first to give notice to opt out and establish their own public health organization.

Subsequently, both Arapahoe and Adams County commissioners had an easy “out” laid at their feet to follow suit with each announcing they would form their own respective public health department.

It’s all about power and control

In my humble opinion, the mask mandate dispute was an opportunity for county politicians to jump ship and justify to the public that having their own county public health departments would be more aligned with the needs and desires of the respective county’s populations.

For example, Arapahoe County Commissioner Nancy Jackson stated “I think we’re rolling up our sleeves and working together and creating an agency that’s truly ours and responds to our community needs. We have an incredibly diverse community.”

Kelly Weidenbach, Adams County Public Health Director, echoed Jackson’s point by saying “A single-county focus will allow resources to be directed to address these unique county needs.”

While these statements sound good, isn’t the

true motivator control over another aspect of county government? I would say so. At least in the case of Adams County Commissioners, they could not use the justification of saving tax dollars. It has been publicly acknowledged that the new Adco health department will cost more than the amount the county paid to TriCounty Health. Obviously, it’s water over the dam, but I think it is important to tell it like it is.

I even had an Adco Commissioner admit to me that the new look is costing us taxpayers more. The proof in the pudding will be the level of service and diversity of service provided. Time will tell.

It’s too bad the voters did not get to make the decision as compared to five elected officials all from the same political party.

A worthy project by Westminster Rotarians

For the past 20 years, Westminster Rotarians quietly have gone about their business carrying out one of their several community service projects.

The one I would like to highlight today is the distribution of free dictionaries to all 3rd graders in Westminster area elementary schools.

In 2003, Rotarian Mike Hayes had the idea

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Saying it and praying it

day night game relative to the prayer was both promising and truly inspiring.

WINNING

By now most of us have heard what happened to the Buffalo Bills safety, Damar Hamlin, during a Monday Night Football game on Jan. 2. Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest after making a tackle against a Cincinnati Bengals player, collapsing on the field after the tackle. In the days following his cardiac arrest Damar Hamlin was listed in critical condition. Kudos to the league and the people responsible for suspending the game. I am a huge fan of football, but a bigger fan of life and respecting life. And a huge applause to the players and coaches from both teams who joined together in an on-field prayer. As there is an ever-increasing scrutiny and effort to cancel prayer or public displays of prayer, it was obviously more important to those on the field who witnessed what happened firsthand to come together in prayer for Damar Hamlin.

Over recent years, coaches, players, and teams from youth leagues to high school and from college to the pros have been taken to task for praying in public — some even losing their jobs and being forced to bring lawsuits to try and keep their position. So, making what we witnessed happen during that Mon-

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Then there was the next unbelievable moment, an amazing event took place on ESPN as Dan Orlovsky took the time to pray out loud for Damar Hamlin. I filled up with tears as I watched his prayer, listening to the intensity, compassion and sincerity with which he prayed. Hats off to ESPN for not shutting this down, and a tremendous shout out to you Dan Orlovsky for your courage, bravery and conviction to your faith.

Being a part of several prayer groups myself, prayers for Damar Hamlin were surfacing each day for his recovery, for strength in recovery, for complete healing, for his family and for his teammates. Nothing less was expected, because that’s what we do for each other in our prayer groups, we pray with each other and for each other and for all those that may need prayer. We pray with people and for people from all over the world and from every walk of life.

We all know what happens sometimes. Someone we know will share a story about something or someone in their life where there is a problem, a challenge, an injury, or an illness. And with the best of intention we say, “I’ll be praying for you,” or “I’ll say a prayer for them.” And then we go about our day, and we never actually stop for minute and say the prayer. Did we mean it when we

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said we would pray? Or did it just feel like the right thing to say in the moment?

A few years ago, in a coffee shop in Denver, I was approached by a man who recognized me from this column. He told me he appreciated the motivational columns but was turned off when I would mention my faith or anything to do with prayer. We talked for a few more minutes and I shared my faith journey with him, but he still said that he was not a believer. Then he said that even though he didn’t believe in God or prayer, his family really needed some prayer and could I please pray for them. The irony was real, and I prayed for his family.

That is why what the players did on the field matters. It’s why what ESPN and Dan Orlovsky did matters. The power of prayer is an incredible gift we have been given. So, if we say we are going to pray for someone, we need to pause and pray, we never know the impact we may have. I would love to hear your thoughts on prayer at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we can come together in prayer for those who need a little bit of prayer or a lot of prayer, it really will be a better than good life.

Michael Norton is an author, a personal and professional coach, consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator of individuals and businesses, working with organizations and associations across multiple industries.

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for the service club to provide dictionaries to all of the 3rd graders in the community. Thus far, over 23,000 paperback dictionaries have been provided at no cost.

Personally, I have had the fun of joining long-time Rotarian Roberta Bourne for the past two years in handing out the dictionaries at Flynn Elementary. What a treat! The kids’ enthusiasm, energy level and pride make me feel young again.

Each dictionary has a sticker on the inside cover with their name on it. It is theirs to keep, take home to share with parents and siblings and to use at school for years to come. As Roberta likes to point out, it has listed the longest word in the English language.

The 540 page book not only includes a full dictionary, but also all the U.S. Presidents, maps of all continents, information on every U.S. state and lots more. For some of the 3rd graders, it may be the only “book” that they own.

Approximately 20 Rotarians each year make the distribution to all of the schools. Thanks to Randy Stutz and his committee for another successful distribution and providing

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a prized possession for the kiddos.

Another

year without power boats on

Standley Lake

If you are following the Standley Lake power boating issue which popped up again recently, the City of Northglenn quickly stuck the dagger in the heart of renewing such activities on the lake. Mayor Leighty sent a letter to Westminster officials clearly stating that her city did not wish to re-visit the issue due to the fear of invasive Zebra and quagga mussels encroaching the water supply delivery system.

Going back to when Westminster City Manager Don Tripp and Mayor Herb Atchison pulled the strings on the Standley Lake boating task force’s proceedings, the city declared it was an unacceptable risk to allow power boats on the lake.

Personally, I had the impression that the decision had already been pre-determined. While it was an overly safe decision, it reminded me of the infamous Johnny Carson routine — “we have the answer; what was the question?”

If the issue truly hinges on the mussels issue, why not have Westminster, Northglenn and Thornton officials come together and rely on expert advice from outside,

knowledgeable sources? Other lakes which are holding reservoirs allow power boating activity. I can recall from my city manager days that the City of Northglenn never was keen on the idea of power boating on this drinking water reservoir.

Why don’t the three mayors get together over breakfast and explore this idea of bringing in outside experts. Can the whole mussels scarce be controlled? Again, not allowing power boating is the safest option, but isn’t there a reliable option that protects raw water delivery while allowing a reasonable amount of boating activity? After all, we don’t have that many large bodies of water for such recreational activities!

REPUBLICANS IN DISSARAY

Besides acknowledging the anniversary of the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol this past week, we’ve had another historic-setting event take place. The U.S. House Republicans could not garner the minimum 218 votes to elect their choice for Speaker of the House.

Californian Republican and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy had been viewed as the “heir apparent” for the job.

At the time of writing this column, eight votes had been taken

all of which failed to produce a winner. In the last three ballots, McCarthy failed by 13 votes.

Even the Democrats, who are now the minority party in the House, mustered more votes for their candidate New York Congressman Hakeem Jeffries than the 205 Republican votes for McCarthy.

This is an embarrassment for the GOP and has thrown Congress into disarray. It shows how both major political parties have their splinter groups such as the Democrats with their “Progressives” and the Republicans with their hardright Freedom Caucus.

Coloradoan Republican Lauren Bobert is among the Freedom Caucus holdouts. It is interesting to note that while the U.S. House does not have a speaker, none of the 425 Representatives have been sworn-in and cannot conduct any business. It has been 100 years since such a standoff to elect a speaker has taken place.

My oh my, what next?

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Steve Austin of Westminster died on 12/15/2022. He was 97 years old. He was born in New Haven CT, served in World War II as a radio mechanic in the Army Air Corps and, after a career as an electrical engineer, retired from Lucent Technologies in 1987. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Shirley, in 2004. He was a resident at the CCRC Covenant Living in Westminster. His personal philosophy was atheist. He was a member of Tau Beta Pi, engineering honor society, and the Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado where

KNUDSON

Jeanne Louise Skillstad Knudson was born in Omaha, Nebraska on September 26th, 1932. She passed away from natural causes on January 2, 2023, at the age of 90 in Brighton, Colorado.

Jeanne grew up in Norfolk, Nebraska with her parents Ted and Esther Skillstad and her younger sister Judy. She graduated from Norfolk High School before attending Lindenwood College in St. Louis. She transferred to the University of Denver where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree and later earned her master’s degree in early childhood special education.

She married Richard Knudson on July 10, 1958, while both were students at DU. ey

he was a crew leader and instructor and by 2015 had worked on 300 trail projects. He serviced Talking Book machines for the blind for the Colorado Talking Book Library. He was a member of the Northglenn Senior Organization. He also prepared income tax returns for the Volunteers in Tax Assistance program sponsored by the IRS. Donations may be made to the Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado, 600 S. Marion Pkwy, Denver CO 80209.

moved to Northglenn, where Jeanne lived up until 2020.

After college she founded the Children’s Outreach Project erapeutic Day Care Center in Denver, which she ran for more than three decades. She taught special needs children and kindergarten for 39 years.

Jeanne is survived by her sons, Mark and Todd, Mark’s wife Allison, and her four grandchildren, Alesha, Corrin, Cameron and Matthew.

Services are planned for Saturday, January 14th at the Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church in Northglenn at 10785 Melody Drive starting at 11am.

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June 5, 1925 - December 15, 2022

Jeanne Louise “Jeanne” (Skillstad) Knudson September 26, 1932 - January 2, 2023

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For the past 20 years, talk of addressing mental health issues within the health care industry circled around without much emphasis. at’s beginning to change, and it’s starting with the ne arts.

At the Colorado Resiliency Arts Lab at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, a team of doctors, therapists and literary scholars are doing just that: exploring how the ne arts can help nurses, doctors, surgeons and other healthcare workers heal from trauma.

The numbers

e team found that creative arts therapy not only decreases anxiety, feelings of burnout and depression, but also helps keep medical workers in their eld.

e study, published in the American Journal of Medicine in 2022 found that anxiety, depression, total PTSD and emotional exhaustion measurement scores decreased by 27.8%, 35.5%, 25.8% and 11.6%, respectively.

Katherine Reed, an art therapist for the program, said that 12% saw a reduction in the desire to leave the profession.

“It’s amazing in how basic it really is, and yet it’s creating these incredible results,” Reed said.

The program

Dr. Marc Moss, a doctor who is part of the CORAL team, said the program received funding from the National Endowment for the Arts in 2019 to prove the value of the ne arts, after the National Endowment for the Arts requested proposals to show Congress that art was worth the money spent.

“It’s easy to say, ‘Wow, it’s great having a symphony’ or ‘It’s great having parks and etc.,’ but what’s the value of that?’” Moss said. “ ey wanted to have more scienti c evidence.”

From the results of the study, CORAL did just

that. e program o ers group art therapy cohorts to healthcare workers to help them process their day-to-day lives.

It’s a 12-week program with weekly 90-minute sessions with between eight to 15 participants. Each session is guided by a creative arts therapist.

CORAL o ers art, music, dance and writing therapy with hopes to add drama therapy in the near future.

Reed explained that art intrinsically creates community, helps the healing process and connects people. ose characteristics are key to helping people overcome their trauma.

She said a reason burnout remains prevalent is due to the way humans isolate themselves and avoid conversations and expressions about what happened. In the group sessions, participants can show each other they aren’t alone and validate each others’ experiences.

Historically, she said, art was the basis of expression and commu-

nication. Egyptian Hieroglyphics morphed into language.

Over the course of her 20-year career as an art therapist, Reed said she has a front-row seat to the limitations of language on expression, especially in children. Children — and adults — may lack the words or rhetoric to describe their experiences or their feelings, and music, painting, drama and other forms of art can act as a backdoor to expressing those feelings.

“(Children) can show you with sound and music what it feels like in their brain to remember the impact,” Reed said. “It’s a way of communicating that bypasses language. When we talk, we’re constantly ltering our words.”

It deepens the healing and clients don’t need to know how to draw, play an instrument or act out. It’s about interpreting your own symbols, song lyrics and paint color choices to nd meaning.

Common causes

Witnessing trauma like death, injury, illness and medical ethical dilemmas are all themes that come up in the workshops. In medical school, classes don’t necessarily exist to teach students

how to deal with it.

“You get into real-life medicine and suddenly (there are) personalities, narratives, stories and family members you’re not necessarily equipped to manage. You know how to transplant that heart, but do you know how to manage the mother’s panic or the father’s anger?” Reed said.

Another root cause can be the American healthcare system in general. Reed said doctors may need to see 20 patients in one day, which limits the time to actually talk with them since then they need to document those appointments.

at leads to longer hours and less time with loved ones, making it harder to nd a work-life balance.

A lack of emotional learning for healthcare workers also hints at a broader issue at hand in general. Many parallels exist between healthcare workers and students, who may not know how to express or manage their own feelings, Reed said.

rough art therapy and CORAL, healthcare workers can learn to manage those feelings. Not only for their own well-being, but also to be more successful in their day-

to-day job.

Economic value

A lack of those tools can lead to higher rates of turnover, and Moss said it makes the program all the more valuable.

“Turnover is expensive,” Moss said.  at piques interest in hospital administrators. Less burnout and turnover of employees is coste ective. Moss said the COVID-19 pandemic ampli ed the need for mental health resources for hospitals and administrators are looking for ways to do that.

So much so that the Children’s Hospital agreed to start a program outside of the grant. Once the grant from the National Endowment for the Arts nishes its 10year period, not only does Moss think more programs will exist in Colorado, but also all across the country.

He sees a larger multicenter study occurring at multiple different hospitals in di erent cities to expand the evidence on the e ciency.

“If a pill had the results that CORAL has, every single person would be taking it because it’s affordable and it works,” Reed said.

Healthcare workers engage in visual art making through the CORAL program that o ers art therapy to nurses, doctors and others within the medical profession.

Dance therapy is one form of art therapy the CORAL program provides. SCREENSHOTS

Northglenn celebrates Betty grace Gibson

Fo r the late Betty grace Gibson , being a self-taught artist didn’t mean never taking an art class or workshop. As her daughter, Linda Drumm, recalls, being self-taught meant was taking things she learned in these kinds of educational environments and adding her own spin on them.

“She would take the techniques she learned and tweak them so they could be used her way,” Drumm said.

“She just enjoyed what she was doing and was always exploring art all the time.”

Now Northglenn Arts is hosting an exhibition of Gibson’s work at the Parson Theatre , 1 E. Memorial Parkway (inside the Northglenn Recreation Center). The free show runs through March.

Described by the city as one of Northglenn’s defining artists and arts advocates, Gibson become one of the city’s first homeowners in 1962 when she and her family moved in. According to provided information, she was a secretary at Malley Elementary School for 23 years and also served on the North Metro Arts Alliance Board for 15 years.

She was a longtime believer in the power of art and creativity and Drumm remembers her mother always encouraging her children to try different hands-on activities. When Gibson saw an ad in the newspaper for people who wanted to paint together, she and five other women joined what would eventually become the Paletteers Art Club. The organization is still active and Gibson was a member until her death in 2021 at the age of 95.

Over the course of her career, Gibson experimented with all kinds of styles and

media, but watercolor and acrylic were her favorite. She started spending the summers in Taos, New Mexico, and her time there provided a constant source of inspiration, as did the students of all ages that she taught in various arts workshops.

“She instigated a lot of art projects around community,” Drumm said, remembering her mother’s time on the Northglenn Arts and Humanities Foundation Board of Directors. “Mother wasn’t afraid to do anything and she did so many projects around the city.”

Since Gibson loved Northglenn so much, it’s only fitting the city celebrates her with an exhibition that highlights the reach of her creativity.

“At the opening reception a woman came up to me to tell me that she never met my mother, but she’d seen her artwork around for years,” Drumm said. “It means a lot that my mother was that well-known and I’m honored that Northglenn wanted to honor her with this exhibit.”

For more information, visit https://northglennarts.org/art-exhibit/.

Joe Pera Talks With You at the Paramount Theatre

I think we can all agree there’s just not enough gentleness and kindness in the world these days. I know I personally could use more of these traits as we move into a new year. That’s why I’m going to see Joe Pera’s Comedy In Ice tour at the Paramount Theatre , 1621 Glenarm Place in Denver, at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 13.

If you’re not familiar with Pera, he is the star of one of the most delightful shows I’ve ever seen, “Joe Pera Talks With You,” which ran for three seasons on Adult Swim. It is quiet and thoughtful and, most importantly of all, extraordinarily human and kind.

For a warm hug of an evening, get tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.

Start the year with ‘A Hall Pass to the Galaxy’

What better time than the beginning of a new year to think about the future both near and far? At Stories on Stage’s first production of 2023, audiences are invited to do just that at “A Hall Pass to the Galaxy.” In the show, performers Annie Barbour, Cajardo Lindsey and Ann Marie Nest interpret a range of science fiction stories.

The performance will be hosted in person at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 15 at Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center , 721 Santa Fe Drive in Denver, and the virtual performance will be available for streaming at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 19.

Get all the details and tickets at www.storiesonstage.org.

Clarke’s Concert of the Week — Colter Wall at Mission Ballroom

To thrive in country music, it is all about the voice. Not just the one that comes from the singer’s throat, but the one that comes from their pen as well. Fortunately for Canada’s Colter Wall , he’s aces in both senses of the word. Just check out “Night Herding Song,” a track that features just a few guitar strums and Wall crooning away. It still gives me chills.

His take on country is perfect for this time of year, so you absolutely shouldn’t miss his two nights at the Mission Ballroom , 4242 Wynkoop St. in Denver. He’ll be performing at 9 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 19 and Friday, Jan. 20. Get tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.

Clarke Reader’s column on culture appears on a weekly basis. He can be reached at Clarke.Reader@hotmail.com.

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Thompson Valley sinks Ravens

BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Riverdale Ridge lost a large, fourth-quarter lead against ompson Valley Jan. 6 but rallied to pick up a 90-79 win on the Ravens’ oor.

e Golden Eagles forged a 77-all tie late in the fourth quarter. But RRHS scored 13 of the last 15 points to win the game and hand ompson Valley its rst league loss. Freshman Jaedon Ward hit two key baskets during the game-winning spurt. RRHS improved to 6-2 and 3-1 in Longs Peak League play. No stats were available for either team.

SPORTS SCORECARD

Thornton High School

Boys basketball

Denver School of Science/ Technology-Conservatory Green downed ornton 63-38 in Denver Jan. 7. No stats were available for either team.

Girls basketball ornton’s girls’ team turned back DSST-Conservatory Green 35-14 in Denver Jan. 7. No stats were available.

Wrestling ornton’s Pablo Martinez (106 pounds) and Genaro Rodriguez (285) were fth in their respective weight classes at the 2023 Gary Daum Classic at Niwot High School Jan. 7.

Rudy Martinez was sixth at 126 pounds. So was David Williams at 215 pounds ornton captured both parts of a triangular meet Jan. 5 in Strasburg.

e Trojans topped the host Indians 38-30. Contested match winners were Rudy Martinez III (125 pounds), Joshua Brooks (132), George Chavez (157) and Genaro Rodriguez (285).

THS also beat Byers 36-24. Pablo Martinez (106) and Brooks earned the on-mat wins for the Trojans.

Stargate School

Boys basketball Stargate School rolled to a 78-33, home- oor win over Regis Gro Jan. 7. No stats were available.

Girls basketball Regis Gro turned back Stargate School 42-23 in ornton Jan. 7. No stats were available.

Dawson School edged Stargate School 36-34 in Lafayette Jan. 5. Laurena

Zinn scored eight points for the Eagles. Alondra Enriquez added six. No stats were available for the Eagles.

Riverdale Ridge High School Girls basketball Riverdale Ridge stayed undefeated through Jan. 6 by beating ompson Valley 65-40 in Loveland.

Charlee Durtsche and Becca Wiersema scored 10 points for TVHS. No stats were available for the Ravens.

Girls wrestling Riverdale Ridge beat Standley Lake 6-0 in a dual meet Jan. 5.

e meet featured no contested matches. e Ravens’ points came from a forfeit win by Natasha Kuberski at 235 pounds.

Kuberski also took third in her weight class at the fth annual Bennett Tiger Women’s Invite Jan. 7.

Legacy High School

Boys basketball Fairview downed Legacy 56-51 in Broom eld Jan. 7. No stats were available for either team.

Girls Swimming Legacy’s swimming team won the Five Star Relays in ornton Jan. 7.

e Lightning’s 200-yard freestyle relay team (Abbie Kehmeier, Valerie Xin, Jolie Nguyen and Isabella Forsman) won the race in a time of 1:41.09. e 400- freestyle relay team (Sabrina Rachjaibun, Julia Raskay, Valerie Xin and Isabella Forsman) also won its race in a time of 3:45.75.

e 200-medley relay team was second. Alivia Weaver, Allison Xin, Emily Petranek and Kaitlyn Eiring turned in a

time of 2:00.29.

Wrestling

FORT COLLINS -- Legacy’s Ryan Bynarowicz won the 175-pound title at the Arnold “Torgy” Torgerson Memorial Tournament Jan. 7 in Fort Collins.

Landen Anderson was second among 285-pounders. Matthew Clifton (113), Quinn Funk (190) and Brennon Joiner (132 pounds) took third place in their respective weight classes.

Girls basketball Legacy stopped Fairview 63-45 in Boulder Jan. 7. No stats were available.

Skyview High School Wrestling

BENNETT -- Skyview’s Isaac Ibarra placed second among 150-pounders at the 42nd annual Bennett Invitational Jan. 7.

In the fth annual Bennett Tiger Women’s Invitational, Sophia Lucero took third at 155 pounds, and Atlee Brooks (170) wound up fourth.

Boys basketball

Pueblo Central beat Skyview 73-39 at PCHS’ tournament Jan. 6. No stats were available for either team.

Skyview scored the only points in overtime and beat Sierra 43-41 at a tournament in Pueblo Jan. 5. No stats were available for either team.

Pueblo County tripped up the Wolverines 65-45 in the Jan. 7 tournament nale at Pueblo Central High School. Nica Valentine scored 26 points for the Hornets. Braxton Vail added 15, and Dax Davis contributed 10. No stats were available for the Wolverines.

Girls basketball

Vista Peak topped Skyview 49-27 in ornton Jan. 6. No stats were available.

Girls wrestling Skyview doubled up on Standley Lake 36-18 on the Gators’ mats Jan. 5.

SHS’ on-mat wins came from Sophia Lucero (155 pounds) and Arinna Hernandez (135), whose win came by injury default.

Holy Family High School Wrestling

NIWOT -- Holy Family’s Brayden Bach took rst place at 138 pounds at the 2023 Gary Daum Classic at Niwot High School Jan. 7. Abram Moore also won the 215-pound title.

Camden Austin was second at 190 pounds. Santiago Guerrero (150) was third. Isaiah Trujilo was fourth among the 113-pounders. Peyton Owen was sixth at 165 pounds.

Boys basketball Holy Family held o Silver Creek 55-50 in Broom eld Jan. 5, thanks to a 23-point fourth quarter. No stats were available for either team.

Girls basketball

Holy Family stayed undefeated through eight games aftrer beating Silver Creek 54-27 in Broom eld Jan. 5.

Fiona Snashall led the Tigers’ scoresheet with 19 points. Essyne Contreraz added 12, and Julia Hodell scored 11. No stats were available for the Raptors.

Westminster High School Girls wrestling

DENVER -- Westminster’s Dawnia Loza (120 pounds) and Eliana Loza (130 pounds) placed fourth in their weight classes at the

2023 Raven Rumble for Girls at Denver South High School Jan. 7.

Girls basketball

Chaparral topped Westminster 44-38 in Westminster Jan. 5. No stats were available for either team.

Boys basketball Westminster downed Adams City 59-53 in Commerce City Jan. 5. Armando Gomez scored 14 points to lead the Wolves, all of which came in the rst quarter. Andres Gayton-clark added 13. Adams City’s Jalen McKinnies had 19 points, including ve, 3-point baskets. Xavier Copher added eight.

Horizon High School

Boys basketball

Horizon edged Boulder 44-43 in overtime Jan. 7 on the Hawks’ oor, thanks to a game-winning, 3-pointer by Boston Rodriguez.

He nished with nine points. e Hawks’ top scorer was Brady Greene, who threw in 15 points. Riley Stein led the Panthers with 15 points. Kyle Blauch had 12.

Fruita Monument bested Horizon 52-48 in ornton Jan. 6. e Wildcats built a 10-point lead at the end of the third quarter, then had to hold o the Hawks for the win.

Greene led Horizon with 14 points. Kaleb Kamata was next with nine, and Jeremiah Castillo added seven.

Austin Reed and Jhett Wells scored 10 points for Fruita Monument. Daniel omason was next with nine.

Girls basketball

Riverdale Ridge’s Ryan Leopold heads for the basket against Thompson Valley’s Tristan Youngblood during the teams’ Jan. 6 game in Thornton.

PHOTOS BY STEVE SMITH

Riverdale Ridge freshman Jaedon Ward puts up the shot against Thompson Valley’s Quinton Calloway during the teams’ Jan. 6 game in Thornton. Ward hit two baskets down the stretch in RRHS’ win.

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Soon after the arrest of Anderson Lee Aldrich, the man accused of the Club Q shooting, reports surfaced of a previous incident in which he surrendered to police after threatening to blow up his mother’s home with a homemade bomb.

According to e Associated Press, court transcripts show that the judge who dismissed the case said in a hearing that the defendant had been stockpiling weapons and explosives, was “clearly” planning a shootout, and that he needed mental health treatment. Neither the family nor law enforcement sought an extreme risk protection order to ensure Aldrich didn’t have access to guns, leading to questions about whether November’s shooting could have been prevented if they had.

Colorado’s red ag law, passed in 2019, has been used more than 350 times, with initial petitions for protection orders being granted in nearly 2 in 3 cases.

Judges in El Paso County approved 11 out of 53 initial petitions, just over 20%, through Nov. 22. Although El Paso County is the most populous county in Colorado, about twice as many petitions were led in Denver County, the next largest. ere, judges approved 91 of 104 initial petitions, or nearly 88%.

Violence prevention advocates attributed El Paso County’s low approval rate to several factors. Among them, the county declared itself a Second Amendment sanctuary county in opposition to the red ag law, and El Paso County Sheri Bill Elder has been adamant sheri ’s o cials won’t seek any protection orders, “unless exigent circumstances exist.”

So far, the only two petitions led by law enforcement in the county were sought by the Colorado Springs Police Department.

Analyses of red ag laws across the country show law enforcement o cials are much more successful when they le petitions than when relatives or roommates of the person in question do.

“ e ones that are petitioned for by law enforcement were approved more than 90% of the time, whereas the ones that are petitioned by family members, cohabitants, or parents

were approved less than a third of the time,” said Dr. Chris Knoepke, a gun safety researcher with the University of Colorado’s Firearm Injury Prevention Initiative.

It’s unclear why law enforcement’s batting average is higher. It may be that police are more familiar with the legal requirements for processing and don’t make simple mistakes that can sink a petition. Law enforcement may also have easier access to legal help in ling, and judges may consider law enforcement o cials more credible than family members.

Second Amendment sanctuary declarations by county governments or sheri s can also have a chilling e ect on petitions if laypeople misconstrue the largely symbolic gesture as preventing them from seeking a protection order.

e El Paso County Sheri ’s O ce was widely criticized for not seeking a protection order after the Club Q suspect had been arrested and his guns seized in June 2021 after threatening to blow up his mother’s home. e sheri ’s o ce issued a statement in December saying the suspect’s weapons had already been seized and a mandatory protection order was in place, preventing him from buying additional rearms. However, the charges against him were dismissed in July 2022, removing the mandatory protection order.

e case records were sealed, which sheri ’s o cials said prevented them from using that incident to pursue an extreme risk protection order. And no new evidence was available that would have allowed the sheri to seek one, o cials added.

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, a Democrat, said his administration will look into why petitions were not led in Colorado Springs and ways to strengthen the red ag law.

“We’re having a discussion now with local law enforcement, with state legislators about what holes exist in extreme risk protection orders and how we can better make sure that we have a system that works to keep people safe across Colorado,” the governor said.

Polis has oated the idea of expanding the group of eligible petitioners and has mentioned district attorneys as another potential category.

Nineteen states and the District of Columbia have red ag laws on their books, allowing di erent par-

ties to petition for protection orders. Law enforcement o cers le most red ag law petitions, although the lines between ling groups are often blurred. Family members or others with the ability to petition often ask police to le on their behalf, and some police departments urge relatives to let police handle the petition because they’re better at it.

Four states and the District of Columbia also allow health providers to petition. But those still represent a sliver of the total petitions led.

“Health providers see this as a tool that can help their patients, but they don’t have the time to do it,” said Lisa Geller, director of state a airs at Johns Hopkins University’s Center for Gun Violence Solutions.

Maryland is hiring navigators to help health providers petition for protection orders, without having to go to court themselves. at kind of assistance could help other petitioners improve their chances of getting a protection order granted.

“When petitioners for domestic violence restraining orders have lawyers, their petitions for restraining orders are more likely to be granted,” said April Zeoli, an associate professor with the Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention at the University of Michigan. “ ese legal forms are not something that the general public is used to lling out.”

Geller said advocates are pushing states to use money available through the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act to increase education about red ag laws, both to make more people aware of the tool and to help law enforcement or other eligible petitioners learn how to seek them.

Colorado can access $4.6 million in funding for the 2022 and 2023 scal years and must apply for funds this month.

Florida passed its law after the 2018 Parkland high school shooting, and New York and Illinois expanded their laws after mass shootings in Bu alo and Highland Park, respectively. New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul directed state police to expand the use of protection orders and created sta positions to make that happen. According to the governor’s o ce, 832 temporary and nal extreme risk protection orders were issued in New York state in the three months after Hochul’s directive, compared with 1,424 issued from August 2019 to April 2022.

Colorado gun violence prevention advoca/,tes expect state legislators to push for tougher gun laws in the upcoming legislative session. Democrats held a slim majority in 2019 when they passed the bill establishing the red ag law, limiting its scope. But a landslide victory by Colorado Democrats in 2022 could provide the votes to o er more sweeping gun measures, such as a red ag law expansion, a semiautomatic weapons ban, or a raise in the minimum age for purchasing guns to 21.

“ ere was an appetite for this, anyways, before the Springs shooting,” said Eileen McCarron, president of gun violence prevention group Colorado Cease re Legislative Action. “But I think that shooting has exacerbated the issue, giving it more momentum.”

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Horizon traveled to Boulder Jan. 7 and came away with a 64-3 win in the Front Range League opener for both schools. Morgan Ives led Horizon with 13 points. Lindie Holland added 11.

Wrestling NIWOT -- Camden Neal was third at 190 pounds at the 2023 Gary Daum Classic at Niwot High School Jan. 7. So was Jordan Harris at 215 pounds.

Jaydon Hernandez was fth at 150 pounds. Jeremiah Gelock of the Hawks (113), John Lozoya (285) and Kyler Manternach (157) were sixth.

Girls swimming

Horizon took third place in the Five Star Relays in ornton Jan. 7.  e 200-yard freestyle relay team

(Madeline Walther, Ava Lee, Payton Setser and Erin Lee) nished third in a time of 1:57.5. e 200- medley relay team (Gillian Moran, Julie Nguyen, Julia Raskay and Emma Schauble) nished seventh in a time of 2:12.36. e 400- freestyle relay team nished third. e foursome of Erin Lee, Ella Dobbels, Peyton Hooper and Savannah omson turned in a time of 4:21.71.

Northglenn High School

Boys basketball

Monarch beat Northglenn 64-37 in Northglenn Jan. 7 behind 23 points from Evan Trujillo. Van Nellessen added 11. No stats were available for the Norse.

Gateway turned back Northglenn 42-36 in Aurora Jan. 5. Samuel Pierdrahita led the Olys with 13 points. Josh Arce and Maximus Matthews added a dozen. No stats were available for the Norse.

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Colorado to shut down all state-run COVID-19 testing sites

BY MATT BLOOM COLORADO PUBLIC RADIO

Anyone looking for a free COVID-19 test in Colorado will have a few less options starting on Jan. 15.  e Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says it plans to shutter its 20 remaining community testing sites on that date due to a shift in demand among residents to at-home tests. e drive-thru and walk-in sites at parks and schools – once overwhelmed at the height of the pandemic – have been operating at less than 6 percent capacity since November.  e move comes in the middle of peak respiratory illness season. But o cials involved in the announcement stressed that COVID tests would remain widely available through other means.

“Coloradans have transitioned away from relying on large community testing sites and toward testing at home,” said Scott Bookman, the state’s COVID-19 incident commander, in a news release. “With this transition, the state is focusing e orts on the testing distribution methods Coloradans currently use most and providing testing resources to those who need them most.” e closures will a ect testing clin-

ics in Denver, Boulder, Grand Junction, Colorado Springs and other large cities across the state.

e list includes the following:  Alamosa - Adams State University, Conour Hall

• Aurora - Aurora Center for Active Adults - Del Mar

• Castle Rock - Justice Center

• Centennial - Centennial Hospital

• Commerce City - Dicks Sporting Goods Park

• Denver - All City Stadium South, George Washington High School, Ascension Catholic Church

• Lakewood - Lakewood at South Kipling

• Westminster - WestminsterFront Range Community College

Coloradans can search on CDPHE’s website, covid19.colorado. gov/testing, to nd a distribution site for free at-home tests near them. CDPHE’s free school testing program will stay in place through the end of this school year at least.

Many pharmacies and private doctor’s o ces have large supplies of tests available for free. You can also still order free tests through a federal program online.

is story is from CPR News, a nonpro t news source. Used by permission. For more, and to support Colorado Public Radio, visit cpr.org.

Health o cials recommend Colorado residents receive the latest COVID-19 booster vaccine ahead of the 2022 winter holiday season.

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Colorado Gov. Jared Polis cut short the prison sentences of four inmates and pardoned 20 people, including a former Colorado State Patrol trooper who guarded the state Capitol and pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge after pointing a gun at a passing driver near the Denver building in 2021 while he was on duty.

e former trooper, Jay Hemphill, pleaded guilty in Denver earlier this year to misdemeanor menacing. He was sentenced to a year of probation. Polis commuted Hemphill’s sentence and pardoned him.

“You served the State of Colorado with honor and distinction for twenty-six years, serving and protecting ve di erent governors,” Polis wrote to Hemphill. “You made a mistake in a brief instant when you thought you were under threat, and no one was physically harmed.”

According to an arrest a davit for Hemphill, the woman said she was driving her truck near the Capitol and attempting to make a right turn onto East 14th from Sherman when Hemphill crossed in front of her vehicle, pulled out his gun, pointed it at her and started to yell. e encounter was captured on video.

“I was afraid I was going to get shot,” the woman told Denver police.

e a davit says Hemphill, who had worked at the Capitol since

January 1998 and was a constant presence in the building before the incident, reported the encounter to a Colorado State Patrol sergeant.

Hemphill started working for the Colorado State Patrol in 1995 and was a decorated trooper. In 2007, Hemphill shot and killed a 32-yearold man who declared himself “the emperor” while carrying a loaded .357-caliber handgun inside the Capitol. Hemphill received Colorado State Patrol’s highest award for stopping the armed man, Aaron Snyder, shortly after he entered then-Gov. Bill Ritter’s o ce.

A spokesperson for the State Patrol said ursday evening that Hemphill left the agency shortly after the 2021 incident.

Four prison sentences commuted e most high-pro le prisoner whose term was shortened by Polis is Michael Clifton, who in 2000 was sentenced to 98 years in prison after being convicted of second-degree kidnapping, two counts of rstdegree burglary and three counts of aggravated robbery with an intent to kill.

Clifton and Rene Lima-Marin were teenagers when they robbed a video store in Aurora in 1998.

Lima-Marin, who was also sentenced to 98 years in prison but mistakenly released in 2008 only to be reimprisoned and then released after a court battle, was pardoned by then-Gov. John Hickenlooper in 2017. e pardon was issued in large part to prevent Lima-Marin from

being deported to his native Cuba.

e victim of the robbery, Jason Kasperek, originally objected to Clifton’s release. But Kasperek met with Clifton’s family, CBS4 reported over the summer, and decided to support the clemency request.

Polis ordered Clifton released on parole Jan. 31, writing in a letter to Clifton that he has “taken responsibility for his actions and recognizes the mistakes you made in the past.”

“A 98-year sentence for the crimes you committed is well beyond the typical range, a result of being given consecutive sentences on each of your charges,” Polis wrote. “As you are aware, the codefendant in your case has already been pardoned by Gov. John Hickenlooper. ese disparities, coupled with the work you have done while incarcerated, supports granting your application.”

felony murder in Arapahoe County. Court documents say she was in her late 20s when she fatally shot her former lover, Beatrice King, in an apartment in February 1990. Polis noted that Colorado’s laws have changed and that now her crime would be considered a seconddegree murder o ense and that she would be eligible for parole after 20 years. Denver Democratic state Rep.-elect Elisabeth Epps had been seeking clemency for Farris, and celebrated the news on Twitter on ursday. Farris has been in Colorado’s prison system longer than just two other women.

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other prisoners whose terms were cut short by Polis are:

• Sidney Cooley was convicted in Denver of theft, drug and a weapons possession charge in a 2002 case and convicted of six counts of second-degree burglary in a 2005 Jefferson County case. He has served 18 years of a 54-year sentence. Cooley will be allowed to serve his parole in Ohio. Polis ordered him paroled after Jan. 31. “A 54-year sentence for the crimes you committed is well beyond the typical range,” Polis wrote in a letter to Cooley.

• Robin Farris will be eligible for parole Jan. 31 after serving 31 years of a life sentence for rst-degree

• Sean Marshall has served 14 years of a 45-year sentence for aggravated robbery in 2008 and will be released on parole at the end of January instead of in 2038. Polis noted that Marshall’s sentence was 10 times longer than some of the other seven people convicted in the same El Paso County crime. “While you have been incarcerated, you have confronted the choices that led you to prison,” Polis wrote in a letter to Marshall. “You overcame many obstacles and worked hard to change your life.”

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PUBLIC NOTICES

2014000016168**

Legals

Public Trustees

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279520

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Patricia J. Scully

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR GUILD MORTGAGE COMPANY, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust May 01, 2018

County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 03, 2018

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2018000036174

Original Principal Amount $219,451.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $206,072.47

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

CONDOMINIUM UNIT R-7-102, FIRST CREEK FARM CONDOMINIUMS AMENDMENT NO. 2, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED SEPTEMBER 2, 2003 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 1202343, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR FIRST CREEK FARM CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED OCTOBER 29, 2015 AT RECEPTION NO. 2015000090905, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 5704 North Gibraltar Way #7-102, Aurora, CO 80019.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/15/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/22/2022

Last Publication 1/19/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/20/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Winecki #34861

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 22-028609

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279553

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On November 3, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand

relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Louis Antonio Alvarado and Melody Christina Alvarado who acquired title as Christina Alvarado

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

Freedom Mortgage Corporation Date of Deed of Trust April 28, 2021

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 12, 2021

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2021000058066

Original Principal Amount $206,330.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $200,689.67

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Condominium Unit 4, Building B, Together with the exclusive right to use Garage Unit 4, Garage GB 1, the Ridge at Bromley Lane Condominiums, in accordance with the Plat and Map of the Ridge at Bromley Lane Condominiums, recorded on July 25, 2002, at Reception No. C1001363, and subject to the Condominium Declaration for the Ridge at Bromley Lane Condominiums recorded on January 4, 2002 at Reception No. C0909468 of the Adams County, Colorado Records, County of Adams, State of Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 2900 Purcell St B-4, Brighton, CO 80601.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Amanda Ferguson #44893

Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO21029

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279515

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Jose A. Manzanares and Erika E. Reyes-Minora

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for Academy Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust March 14, 2014 County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 18, 2014

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

Original Principal Amount $147,233.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $141,215.98

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 7, BLOCK 1, KIDDER’S AND SCHOONMAKER’S ADDITIONS TO BRIGHTON, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

**This loan has been modified through a Loan Modification Agreement recorded 7/15/2021 at Reception No. 2021000084551 in the records of the Adams county clerk and recorder, Colorado.

*The legal description was corrected by an Affidavit of Correction recorded 10/6/2022 at Reception No. 2022000082662 in the records of the Adams county clerk and recorder, State of Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 35 N. 10th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/15/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/22/2022

Last Publication 1/19/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/20/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO-20238

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279504

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 6, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

OCTAVIO GONZALEZ AND CARRIE C. GONZALEZ*

Original Beneficiary(ies)

AMERICAN BROKERS CONDUIT

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Indenture Trustee for American Home Mortgage Investment Trust 2005-2 Date of Deed of Trust February 16, 2005

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 02, 2005

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 20050302000213480

Original Principal Amount $164,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $177,577.91

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 10, BLOCK 3, WOODBRIDGE STATION SUBDIVISON FILING NO. 9, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

*Pursuant to Correction Affidavit RE: Name/ Identity and Scrivener’s Error Pursuant to C.R.S. § 38-35-109(5) recorded on 09/20/2022 at Reception No. 2022000077989

**Pursuant to Home Affordable Modification Agreement with Effective date of 12/1/2012

Also known by street and number as: 5241 EAST 129TH AVENUE, THORNTON, CO 80241.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/15/2022

Last Publication 1/12/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/06/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000009393398

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279525

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Honey Lee Masters

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Urban Financial Group, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Mortgage Assets Management, LLC Date of Deed of Trust September 20, 2006 County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 27, 2006

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 20060927000974550

Original Principal Amount $240,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $151,849.10

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE WEST 140 FEET OF LOT EIGHTY-SIX (86), EXCEPT THE WEST 20 FEET THEREOF, BLACK HAWK DERBY SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO

Also known by street and number as: 6674 Oneida Street, Commerce City, CO 80022.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will

at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/15/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/22/2022

Last Publication 1/19/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/20/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755

McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122

Attorney File # CO-22-946907-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279543

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On November 3, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Aleece Marie Patten and Jeffrey James Patten Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”) as nominee for Keller Mortgage, LLC dba Keller Mortgage, Its Successors and Assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust September 25, 2020 County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 29, 2020

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2020000097390

Original Principal Amount $350,000.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $339,402.66

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 9, BLOCK 3, LAKE VILLAGE FILING NO. 4, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 12932 Columbine Circle, Thornton, CO 80241.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER

DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755

Public Notices

McCarthy & Holthus, LLP

7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122

Attorney File # CO-22-947039-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279527

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Diane Stillman

Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for JFQ Lending, Inc., its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Freedom Mortgage Corporation Date of Deed of Trust August 27, 2020

County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 01, 2020 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2020000086425

Original Principal Amount $199,654.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $197,387.02

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

CONDOMINIUM UNIT B, BUILDING 1113, APPLE VALLEY NORTH CONDOMINIUMS, AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION RECORDED JUNE 6, 1974 IN BOOK 1934 AT PAGE 728 AND FIRST SUPPLEMENT THERETO RECORDED SEPTEMBER 11, 1975 IN BOOK 2017 AT PAGE 139 AND AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED JUNE 6,1974 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 43917, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 1113 W. 112th Avenue Apt. B, Westminster, CO 80234.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/15/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/22/2022

Last Publication 1/19/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/20/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Amanda Ferguson #44893

Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO11671

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279549

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On November 3, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) JASON STREIFEL

Original Beneficiary(ies) CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt MIDFIRST BANK

Date of Deed of Trust March 19, 2004

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 01, 2004

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 20040401000180970

Original Principal Amount $190,667.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $139,600.39

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal

and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT NO. 5, GRANGE CREEK FILING NO. 5, P.U.D., COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 10934 ELM DRIVE, THORNTON, CO 80233.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust , plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Winecki #34861 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-026434

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

PUBLICATION

COMBINED NOTICE -

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279497

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 6, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Cary Redman

Original Beneficiary(ies)

JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust May 02, 2007

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 08, 2007

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2007000045402

Original Principal Amount $32,500.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $27,951.58

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 47, ROCKING HORSE FARMS, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 30406 E 166th Ave, Brighton, CO 80603-8476.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/15/2022

Last Publication 1/12/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/06/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-22-944400-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279503

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 6, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) John K. Lewis

Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR PULTE MORTGAGE, LLC, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust December 17, 2004

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 22, 2004

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 20041222001304670

Original Principal Amount $159,020.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $73,792.49

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

UNIT D, CONDOMINIUM BUILDING 27, FRONTERRA VILLAGE MULTIFAMILY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP FOR FRONTERRA VILLAGE MULTIFAMILY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION RECORDED ON OCTOBER 25, 2004, AT RECEPTION NO. 20041025001067720, IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF ADAMS, COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE DECLARATIONS OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS OF FRONTERRA VILLAGE MULTIFAMILY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, RECORDED OF NOVEMBER 21, 2003, AT RECEPTION NO. C1242399 IN SAID RECORDS, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 9758 Laredo Street 27D, Commerce City, CO 80022.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/15/2022

Last Publication 1/12/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/06/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David R. Doughty #40042 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 22-028500

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

NOTICE - PUBLICATION

COMBINED

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279529

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 27, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Desiree Rose Allen AND Erik Mitchell Weippert

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR ACADEMY MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust July 24, 2020 County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 04, 2020 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2020000074475

Original Principal Amount $402,573.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $389,544.50

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 37, BLOCK 3, QUAIL CROSSING SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, SECOND AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

APN #: 0157328113034

Also known by street and number as: 1332 West 133Rd Way, Westminster, CO 80234.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/01/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/5/2023

Last Publication 2/2/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/27/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Winecki #34861 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-028650

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279546

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 3, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) THOMAS WALSH

Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR ALL WESTERN MORTGAGE, INC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt AMERIHOME MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC Date of Deed of Trust August 01, 2017 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978

Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711

Attorney File # 00000009644055

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279531

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 27, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Jose Medina, Jr. Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust November 30, 2016 County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 14, 2016

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2016000108889**

Original Principal Amount $315,185.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $289,359.89

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 11, BLOCK 3, SHERWOOD HILLS FIRST FILING, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

**MODIFICATION OF PROMISSORY NOTE AND DEED OF TRUST RECORDED 3/17/2017 AT RECEPTION NO. 2017000023890 TO MODIFY PROPERTY ADDRESS

Also known by street and number as: 2386 E 101St Way, Thornton, CO 80229.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

Pursuant

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 13, BLOCK 3, THE VILLAGES AT BUFFALO RUN EAST FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 11595 HELENA STREET, COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/01/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/5/2023

Last Publication 2/2/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER

DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/27/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David R. Doughty #40042

Public Notices

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 22-028651

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279511

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 13, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Guadalupe Guzman and Domitila Guzman

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for Home Point Financial Corporation, its successors and assigns

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC

Date of Deed of Trust May 14, 2021

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 19, 2021

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2021000061034

Original Principal Amount $245,000.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $242,680.99

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Lots 16 and 17, Block 12, Walnut Grove Addition to Brighton, County of Adams, State of Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 364 S 2nd Ave #A/B, Brighton, CO 80601.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/15/2022

Last Publication 1/12/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/13/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # CO12130

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279533

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 27, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

JERRY LUFT

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION

Date of Deed of Trust October 22, 2016

County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 01, 2016

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2016000093774

Original Principal Amount $124,105.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $107,266.92

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have

been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 44, BLOCK 5, AMENDED PLAT OF ADAMS HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

TAX ID: 0182306305044

Also known by street and number as: 6691 ASH ST, Commerce City, CO 80022.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/01/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/5/2023

Last Publication 2/2/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/27/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Alison L. Berry #34531

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 22-028661

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279537

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 27, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Jevard Hitch

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR DECISION ONE MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION , As Trustee Securitized Asset Backed Receivables LLC Trust 2006-HE1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates,Series 2006-HE1 Date of Deed of Trust April 26, 2006

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 01, 2006

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 20060501000439810

Original Principal Amount $387,000.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $232,603.20

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

THAT PART OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 3; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST ON AN ASSUMED BEARING ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 A DISTANCE OF 1986.20 FEET TO A POINT 660.00 FEET WEST OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 SAID POINT BEING THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 09 SECONDS EAST PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 NORTHWEST 1/4 A DISTANCE OF 1316.92 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 13 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH LINE A DISTANCE OF 330.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 09 WEST PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 A DISTANCE OF 1316.80 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE OF SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4

A DISTANCE OF 330.00 FEET TO TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING, EXCEPT THE NORTH 25 FEET THEREOF, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 19150 East 118Th Avenue, Commerce City, CO 80022.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

OF SALE

NOTICE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/01/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/5/2023

Last Publication 2/2/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/27/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Alison L. Berry #34531 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 22-027409

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279530

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 27, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Ramona Renteria

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”) as nominee for Academy Mortgage Corporation, Its Successors and Assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust

January 04, 2013

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 07, 2013

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2013000001563

Original Principal Amount $136,482.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $103,753.51

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 3, BLOCK 13, NORWOOD PARK, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 7796 Kimberly Street, Commerce City, CO 80022.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/01/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/5/2023

Last Publication 2/2/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/27/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-22-946381-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279547

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 3, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Shamim Akwobei

Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust August 10, 2020 County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 18, 2020

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2020000079683

Original Principal Amount $347,272.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $335,556.76

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 12, BLOCK 6, BUFFALO RUN SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

APN #: 0172306114018

Also known by street and number as: 14848 E 116Th Pl, Commerce City, CO 80603.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Winecki #34861

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400,

Book/Page No.) 2020000104849

Original Principal Amount $155,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $154,199.89

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 3, BLOCK 55, OF BLOCKS 39, 54 AND 55 OF THORNTON, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 9171 Race St, Thornton, CO 80229.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755

McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122

Attorney File # CO-22-946509-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279550

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 3, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Tania B. Delgado Pacheco

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR CITYWIDE HOME LOANS, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt MIDFIRST BANK Date of Deed of Trust August 25, 2015

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 31, 2015

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2015000072532

Original Principal Amount $260,200.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $216,642.48

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 2, EXCEPT THE EAST 5 FEET THEREOF, BLOCK 2, MARION MANOR, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

APN #: 0182516201008

Also known by street and number as: 1722 West 56th Avenue, Denver, CO 80221.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of

Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

Treasurer and Public Trustee

By:

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Winecki #34861 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 21-026106

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279518

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Matthew T. Barnhouse AND Heather T. Barnhouse AND Mark S. Barnhouse

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Date of Deed of Trust May 01, 2019 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 07, 2019

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2019000034311

Original Principal Amount $365,262.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $347,945.71

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 75, NORTHPARK SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 13, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

A.P.N.: 0171917212076

Also known by street and number as: 10052 Grove Ct Unit C, Westminster, CO 80031-8410.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/15/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/22/2022

Last Publication 1/19/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/20/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Winecki #34861

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 22-028555

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279526

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be

recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Joseph Morales and Maxine Morales Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Freedom Mortgage Corporation Date of Deed of Trust April 16, 2013

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 10, 2013

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2013000039964

Original Principal Amount $118,508.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $91,935.80

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Lots 9 and 10, Block 1, Lyons Addition to Brighton, County of Adams, State of Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 148 N 8th Ave, Brighton, CO 80601.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/15/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/22/2022

Last Publication 1/19/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/20/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO21001

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279506

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 13, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Bishop Dale Hatcher

Original Beneficiary(ies) Bank of America, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Nationstar Mortgage LLC Date of Deed of Trust April 02, 2004

County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 12, 2004

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 20040512000351260

Original Principal Amount $91,300.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $47,049.00

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 22, BLOCK 17, WOODGLEN FILING NO. 6, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 11351 Clermont Drive, Denver, CO 80233.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as pro-

vided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/15/2022

Last Publication 1/12/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/13/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO-20008

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279512

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 13, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Lon A. Burke Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for Cornerstone Home Lending, Inc., its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Cornerstone Home Lending Inc. Date of Deed of Trust September 23, 2019

County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 27, 2019

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2019000081888

Original Principal Amount $290,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $281,117.82

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 43, BLOCK 2, BRIGHTON CROSSING FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 4723 Crestone Peak St, Brighton, CO 80601-4664.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/15/2022

Last Publication 1/12/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/13/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO-20329

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279517

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) AUDREY S WILLIAMS

Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR ENVOY MORTGAGE, LTD. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Date of Deed of Trust October 04, 2013

County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 07, 2013

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2013000087058

Original Principal Amount $201,286.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $169,453.07

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

THAT PART OF BLOCK 12, HARRIS PARK, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT 125 FEET WEST OF THE SE CORNER OF SAID BLOCK 12; THENCE NORTH 155 FEET; THENCE WEST 100 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 5 FEET; THENCE EAST 5 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 150 FEET; THENCE EAST 95 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 3635 W. 77TH AVE, WESTMINSTER, CO 80030.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/15/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/22/2022

Last Publication 1/19/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/20/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978

Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000009629551

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 15, BLOCK 4, HIGH POINT AT DIA SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1 AND AFFIDAVIT OF CORRECTION RECORDED AUGUST 17, 2006 AT RECEPTION NO. 20060817000834180, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 19602 E 63rd Dr, Aurora, CO 80019-2127.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/15/2022

Last Publication 1/12/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/06/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755

McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122

Attorney File # CO-22-945500-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279532

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 27, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) VICTOR ORTEGA AND GRACIELA ORTEGA Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER, LLC DBA VETERANS UNITED HOME LOANS, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt MIDFIRST BANK

Date of Deed of Trust September 30, 2020

County of Recording

Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 02, 2020

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2020000099911

Original Principal Amount $565,596.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $548,112.84

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT THREE (3), BLOCK 3, MAYFIELD SUBDIVISION AMENDMENT NO. 1, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 6758 E 119TH AVE, THORNTON, CO 80233.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/01/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/5/2023

Last Publication 2/2/2023

that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF

Public Notices

DATE: 10/27/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Winecki #34861

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 22-028632

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279534

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 27, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Manuel Bermudez and Patricia A Bermudez

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Commercial Federal Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Bank of the West Date of Deed of Trust

September 03, 2004

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 14, 2004

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 20040914000898220

Original Principal Amount $165,880.19

Outstanding Principal Balance $44,420.90

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 13, BLOCK 4, LAKEVIEW ESTATES, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 7011 Xavier St, Westminster, CO 80030.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/01/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/5/2023

Last Publication 2/2/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/27/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755

McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122

Attorney File # CO-22-946719-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

NOTICE - PUBLICATION

COMBINED

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE

SALE NO. A202279541

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 3, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Jose L. Gonzales

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for Home Point Financial Corporation, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Home Point Financial Corporation Date of Deed of Trust August 12, 2021

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 17, 2021

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2021000098042

$321,530.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $316,886.64

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 25, BLOCK 3, PERL-MACK MANOR, FOURTEENTH FILING, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 7087 Huron Street, Denver, CO 80221.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # CO-20683

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279508

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 13, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) THOMAS DHAININ

Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN FINANCING CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

THE MONEY SOURCE INC. Date of Deed of Trust January 05, 2018 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 08, 2018

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2018000002094

Original Principal Amount $265,109.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $244,001.66

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 1, BLOCK 15, JASMINE ESTATES FILING NO. 1 AND AFFIDAVIT OF CORRECTION RECORDED FEBRUARY 28,2000 IN FILE 18, MAP 186, UNDER RECEPTION NO. C0644572, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 12036 MONACO STREET, BRIGHTON, CO 80602.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed

by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/15/2022

Last Publication 1/12/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/13/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Winecki #34861 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 22-028392

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279505

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 6, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Laura L Salazar AND David A Oswald AND Shelley S Daulton

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AU -

THORITY

Date of Deed of Trust May 14, 2018 County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 15, 2018

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2018000039228

Original Principal Amount $338,751.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $317,846.38

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 5, EXCEPT THE WEST 5 FEET THEREOF, AND THE WEST 5 FEET OF LOT 6, BLOCK 5, SHERRELWOOD ESTATES FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2280 Sherrelwood Dr, Denver, CO 80221.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/15/2022

Last Publication 1/12/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/06/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Alison L. Berry #34531

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 22-028436

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279510

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 13, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Annette R. Leikam

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR Capital One, N.A., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION , not in its individual capacity but solely as owner trustee for RCF 2 Acquisition Trust c/o U.S. Bank Trust National Association

Date of Deed of Trust

November 28, 2016

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 27, 2016

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2016000113101

Original Principal Amount $160,000.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $131,935.72

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Legal Description

The following described parcel of land, and improvements and appurtenances thereto in the County of Adams, State of Colorado and more specifically described as:

Lot 25, Block 3 Wyndemere Subdivision Filing No. 1, County of Adams, State of Colorado.

NOTE: The Property address and tax parcel Identification number listed are provided solely for informational purposes, without warranty as to accuracy or completeness and are not hereby insured.

Tax ID# R0074489

Being that parcel of land conveyed to Annette R. Leikam from Kent D. Gustavson by that deed dated 5/23/2016 and recorded 6/3/2016 in deed Reception No. 2016000043660 of the Adams County, CO public registry.

Being that parcel of land conveyed to Annette R. Leikam and Kent D. Gustavson, as joint tenants from Kent D. Gustavson by that deed dated 5/1/2015 and recorded 5/7/2015 in deed Reception No. 2015000033900 of the Adams County, CO public registry.

Being that parcel of land conveyed to Kent D. Gustavson from Alan J. Peterson and Shelly A. Peterson by that deed dated 7/25/2012 and recorded 8/8/2012 in deed Reception No. 2012000057978 of the Adams County, CO public registry.

PARCEL NUMBER(S): 0172107306002

Also known by street and number as: 10708 Albion St, Thornton, CO 80233-3915.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/15/2022

Last Publication 1/12/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/13/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Winecki #34861 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-027684

May 10, 2000 County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 19, 2000

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) C0672468 Book: 6134 Page: 0298-0305 Original Principal Amount $132,925.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $65,979.06

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 8, BLOCK 9, CORONADO SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 8300 Emerson Street, Denver, CO 80229.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755

McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122

Attorney File # CO-22-940946-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279535

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 27, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Tien Thi Thuy Nguyen

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR GUILD MORTGAGE COMPANY, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust August 18, 2017 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 21, 2017

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2017000072881

Original Principal Amount $285,559.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $255,749.30

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

To

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279548

LOT 16, BLOCK 36, RIVER VALLEY VILLAGE SUBDIVISION AMENDMENT NO. 1, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 9701 Dahlia Lane, Thornton, CO 80229.

THE

PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/01/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the high-

Public Notices

est and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/5/2023

Last Publication 2/2/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/27/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Alison L. Berry #34531

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 20-024111

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279544

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On November 3, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Jason Schneider and Tammy L. James-Schneider

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for American Financing Corporation, its successors and assigns

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Citizens Bank NA f/k/a RBS Citizens NA Date of Deed of Trust May 04, 2016

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 11, 2016

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2016000036570

Original Principal Amount $324,800.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $309,573.07

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 22, BLOCK 10, SAGE CREEK, FILING NO. 1, AMENDMENT NO. 1, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 12505 Kearney Circle, Thornton, CO 80602.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado

By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893

Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO12072

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279542

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On November 3, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be

recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Christian Santos Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN FINANCING CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY

Date of Deed of Trust July 24, 2020

County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 06, 2020

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2020000076000

Original Principal Amount $412,294.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $402,359.92

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 19, BLOCK 7, DUNES PARK, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO

Also known by street and number as: 10285 East 112Th Way, Commerce City, CO 80640.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/08/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/12/2023

Last Publication 2/9/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 11/03/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David R. Doughty #40042

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-028691

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279536

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 27, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) Bradly Willems

Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Freedom Mortgage Corporation Date of Deed of Trust March 03, 2017

County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 09, 2017

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2017000021293

Original Principal Amount $397,000.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $390,288.75

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 11, BLOCK 6, THE VILLAGES AT BUFFALO

RUN EAST, FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 11861 Joplin Court, Commerce City, CO 80022.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured

by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 03/01/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust , plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 1/5/2023

Last Publication 2/2/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/27/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # CO11778

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE

SALE NO. A202279516

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s)

Brandon Butler

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”) as nominee for Loan Simple, Inc., Its Successors and Assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt NewRez LLC, F/K/A New Penn Financial, LLC, D/B/A Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Date of Deed of Trust August 08, 2013

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 13, 2013

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2013000070664

Original Principal Amount $153,750.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $133,696.41

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 3, BLOCK 2, APPLE BLOSSOM LANE SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO

Also known by street and number as: 7801 King Street, Westminster, CO 80030.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/15/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/22/2022

Last Publication 1/19/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 10/20/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755

McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122

Attorney File # CO-22-945398-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202279514

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Adams records.

Original Grantor(s) JASON TRUJILLO

Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR LOANDEPOT.COM, LLC, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt MIDFIRST BANK Date of Deed of Trust June 05, 2017

County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust June 07, 2017

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2017000049185

Original Principal Amount $431,521.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $409,963.26

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 15A, BLOCK 2, NORTH CREEK FARMS SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 2, AMENDMENT NO. 1, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

A.P.N.: 0157302112015

Also known by street and number as: 16625 RACE STREET, THORNTON, CO 80602.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 02/15/2023, at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy, Suite W1000, Brighton CO 80601-8219, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 12/22/2022

Last Publication 1/19/2023

Name of Publication Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/20/2022

Lisa L. Culpepper, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Alison L. Berry #34531

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., #400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-027921

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

City and County

Public Notice

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BELLFLOWER ANNEXATION (Fourth Notice)

Notice is hereby given that the Thornton City Council will hold a public hearing concerning the Bellflower Annexation for approximately 20 acres of land generally located north of East 140th Avenue and east of Holly Street. A copy of the Resolution initiating annexation proceedings and the legal description of the property proposed for annexation are attached.

This hearing will be held on January 24, 2023, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Thornton City Hall, 9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton, Colorado. Thornton is also offering remote access to the public hearing. To attend online, register in advance at https://thorntonco.zoom.us/webinar/register/ WN_OAh9ZbIHQYOOGNG5GAgsaw or call 669-900-6833 and enter meeting ID 895 5918 3050. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting and the process for providing testimony.

All interested parties are invited to attend the public hearing or present their views by providing written comments in advance of the public hearing. Written comments sent via email must be received at CityDevelopment@ThorntonCO.gov prior to 4 p.m. MDT/MST on the day of the public hearing. You may email your comments to CityDevelopment@ThorntonCO.gov. Written comments sent via mail to Thornton City Hall, City Development

Department, 9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton, CO 80229 must be received prior to 5 p.m. MDT/ MST on the Friday preceding the public hearing. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact the City Development Department at 303-538-7295.

If you have any questions regarding attending the Zoom Meeting, please email CityDevelopment@ThorntonCO.gov prior to 4 pm on January 24, 2023.

Qualified individuals with a disability may contact Thornton’s ADA Coordinator to request and arrange for accommodations. Requests for accommodation should be made as far in advance as possible, but preferably no less than five business days prior to the date needed. Please contact Thornton’s ADA Coordinator via telephone 303-538-7334 or email adacoordinator@ ThorntonCO.gov.

ATTEST: Kristen N. Rosenbaum, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Tami Yellico, City Attorney

R E S O L U T I O N

A RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING RECEIPT OF THE BELLFLOWER ANNEXATION PETITION AND ESTABLISHING JANUARY 24, 2023, AS THE DATE FOR CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUESTED ANNEXATION OF PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF 140TH AVENUE AND EAST OF HOLLY STREET TO THE CITY (BELLFLOWER ANNEXATION).

WHEREAS, Matthew Sanchez and High Plains Water Users are the owners (Owners) of unincorporated property as described in the legal description attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference as Attachment A, comprising 100 percent of an area proposed for annexation; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Title 31, Article 12, Section 107, Colorado Revised Statutes, the Owners have submitted a petition for annexation of certain unincorporated property to the City and the Petition for Annexation is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference as Attachment B; and

WHEREAS, Title 31, Article 12, Section 108, Colorado Revised Statutes, requires that the City establish a date, time, and place that the City will consider the annexation and various requirements of Title 31, Article 12, Colorado Revised Statutes; and

WHEREAS, the City Council, at its regular meeting on December 13, 2022, reviewed the Petition for Annexation and various documents submitted in support of the Petition for Annexation; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has examined the record in this case; examined the various exhibits; considered the request and the recommendations of the City staff; considered the applicable requirements of the Municipal Annexation Act of 1965, as amended; and based upon the record which has been made concerning the request, has arrived at its decision.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF THORNTON, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS:

1. The Petition for Annexation is in substantial compliance with the requirements of Title 31, Article 12, Colorado Revised Statutes, and in particular Section 107 thereof. The City Manager is directed to follow the procedures outlined in Sections 31-12-108 to 110, Colorado Revised Statutes.

2. Consideration of the Annexation is scheduled for the City Council meeting on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Thornton, Colorado, on December 13, 2022.

CITY OF THORNTON, COLORADO Jan Kulmann, Mayor

ATTEST: Kristen N. Rosenbaum, City Clerk

BELLFLOWER ANNEXATION

A PARCEL OF LAND BEING A PORTION OF WEST HALF OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 67 WEST, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO; BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE WEST QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 20, FROM WHICH THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 20 BEARS NORTH 00°42’49” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 2,640.47 FEET, WITH ALL BEARINGS HEREIN RELATIVE THERETO;

THENCE NORTH 89°06’34” EAST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 20, A DISTANCE OF 50.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, BEING A POINT ON THE CITY OF THORNTON BOUNDARY AS DESIGNATED BY ORDINANCE 2874 RECORDED UNDER RECEPTION NUMBER 20050411000373180 IN SAID RECORDS;

THENCE NORTH 00°42’49” WEST, ALONG SAID CITY BOUNDARY, A DISTANCE OF 659.92 FEET TO A POINT ON THE CITY OF THORNTON BOUNDARY AS DESIGNATED BY ORDINANCE 2703 RECORDED UNDER RECEPTION NUMBER C0937143 IN SAID RECORDS;

THENCE NORTH 89°06’32” EAST, ALONG SAID CITY BOUNDARY, A DISTANCE OF 1,272.93 FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 20;

THENCE SOUTH 00°42’26” EAST, ALONG SAID EAST LINE, A DISTANCE OF 659.93 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER;

THENCE SOUTH 89°06’34” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 954.43 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A NONTANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHERLY HAVING A RADIUS OF 748.84 FEET, THE RADIUS POINT OF SAID CURVE BEARS NORTH 05°44’03” EAST, BEING A POINT ON THE

Public Notices

NORTHERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY OF EAST 140TH AVENUE AS DESCRIBED IN THE DOCUMENT RECORDED UNDER RECEPTION NUMBER C0802705 IN SAID RECORDS;

THENCE, ALONG SAID NORTHERLY RIGHTOF-WAY, THE FOLLOWING TWO COURSES;

1. EASTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 06°37’29”, AN ARC LENGTH OF 86.58 FEET;

2. NORTH 89°06’34” EAST, A DISTANCE OF 868.08 FEET;

THENCE SOUTH 01°24’06” EAST, A DISTANCE OF 25.00 FEET TO A POINT ON THE CITY OF THORNTON BOUNDARY AS DESIGNATED BY ORDINANCE 2259 RECORDED UNDER RECEPTION NUMBER B1182474 IN SAID RECORDS;

THENCE, ALONG SAID CITY BOUNDARY, THE FOLLOWING TWO (2) COURSES;

1. SOUTH 89°06’34” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 1,273.21 FEET;

2. NORTH 00°43’49” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 30.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.

CONTAINING AN AREA OF 20.054 ACRES, (873,571 SQUARE FEET), MORE OR LESS.

Legal Notice No. NTS1949

First Publication: January 12, 2023

Last Publication: January 12, 2023

Publisher: The Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

Public Notice

Main Project bid, RFP 2019-035. Up to the time of making final settlement, the Finance Director shall receive at their office, 11701 Community Center Drive, Northglenn, Colorado, verified statement of claims with respect to such work and as provided in Section 38-26-107, Colorado revised statutes, 1973.

City of Northglenn /s/ Jason Loveland Finance Director

Legal Notice No. NTS1971

First Publication: January 5, 2023

Last Publication: January 12, 2023

Publisher: The Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice

NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT WITH CONTRACTOR

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on or about January 26, 2023 the Finance Director for the City of Northglenn, Colorado shall make final settlement with Denver Concrete Works, Inc., Wheat Ridge, CO on account of their performance on the 2022 Concrete Trails Program Project bid, IFB 2022-012. Up to the time of making final settlement, the Finance Director shall receive at their office, 11701 Community Center Drive, Northglenn, Colorado, verified statement of claims with respect to such work and as provided in Section 38-26-107, Colorado revised statutes, 1973.

City of Northglenn /s/ Jason Loveland Finance Director

ing derived from activity constituting a class one public nuisance.

A copy of the Summons, Complaint and Temporary Restraining Order may be obtained at the Adams County District Attorney’s Office, 1000 Judicial Center Drive, Suite 100, Brighton, Colorado 80601.

DATED: December 23, 2022

/s/Todd Bluth Senior Deputy District Attorney 1000 Judicial Center Drive Suite 100 Brighton, CO 80601 (303) 659-7720

Legal Notice No. NTS1980

First Publication: January 5, 2023

Last Publication: February 2, 2023

Publisher: The Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

Storage Liens/Vehicle Titles

The following

Case Name:

Best Box Self Storage – Conditional Use

Case Number: RCU2022-00006

Planning Commission Hearing Date: 01/26/2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners Hearing Date: 02/21/2023 at 9:30 a.m.

Case Manager: Cody Spaid, Planner II, CSpaid@adcogov.org 720.523.6855

Request: A Conditional Use Permit to allow a ministorage facility in a Commercial-5 zone.

Parcel Number (s): 0182505404001, 0182505404002

Legal Description: SUB:NORTH FEDERAL HILLS BLK:1 LOT:20 & LOT:21; SUB:NORTH FEDERAL HILLS BLK:1 LOT:22 & LOT:23

Public Hearing Location: 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy., Brighton, CO 80601

Legal Notice No. NTS2001

First Publication: January 12, 2023

Last Publication: January 12, 2023

Publisher: Westminster Window Public Notice

Adams 12 Five Star Schools Department of Special Education

Adams 12 Five Star Schools, Department of Student Support Services, is in the process of destroying all special education records of former students whose birthday falls January 1, 1999 through and including December 31, 1999. These records are not academic records.

The records that we have may contain any or all of the following: IEPs, psychological reports, achievement test scores, social work summaries and health summaries.

You are entitled to the available records we have on file. If you wish a copy, please make your request in writing. Upon receipt of your request, we will search our files and have your requested file ready for you within 48 hours. You need to request the information within 30 days of the date of this publication. Records will be destroyed after that time. Please present your request to the Student Support Services Department, 1500 E. 128th Ave., Thornton, CO 80241-2601. Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Please include date of birth and current phone number with your request. You will be required to show proper identification before obtaining your file.

Heather Greicius Executive Director Student Support Services

Legal Notice No. NTS2000

First Publication: January 12, 2023

Last Publication: February 9, 2023

Publisher: The Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel & Westminster Window

Metropolitan Districts

PUBLIC NOTICE

MEETING CANCELLATION

The regular Rangeview Library District (“Anythink”) Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 18, 2023, has been canceled.

The next regular Rangeview Library District (“Anythink”) Board of Trustees meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, in the Community Room of Anythink Huron Street Library at 6 pm.

Board of Trustee meeting agendas are posted on the https://anythinklibraries.org website, and in all Anythink library branches.

Contact Mark Fink at (303) 405-3299 for more information.

Legal Notice No. NTS1996

First Publication: January 12, 2023

Last Publication: January 12, 2023

Publisher: The Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

Legal Notice No. NTS1973

First Publication: January 5, 2023 Last Publication: January 12, 2023

Publisher: The Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice

NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR’S FINAL SETTLEMENT

Notice is hereby given that on or after the 23rd day of January 2023, Final Settlement will be made by the City of Thornton, CO, with:

A. Pavement Restoration, Inc. 5423 North 59th Street Tampa, FL 33610

hereinafter called “Contractor”, for and on account of the Contract for construction of 2022 Street Rehab Rejuvenator Program, Project No. 22-23E.

B. Concrete Conservation, LLC 6300 East 58th Avenue, Unit D Commerce City, CO 80022

hereinafter called “Contractor”, for and on account of the Contract for construction of Sanitary Sewer Improvements, Project No. 22-38B

1. Any person, co-partnership, association, or corporation who has an unpaid claim against the said Project, for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor, or any of his Subcontractors, in or about the performance of said Work, may at any time up to and including said date of such Final Settlement, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claims.

2. All such claims shall be filed with the City Clerk at 9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton, CO 80229.

3. Failure on the part of the creditor to file such a statement prior to such Final Settlement will relieve the City of Thornton from any and all liability for such claim.

CITY OF THORNTON, COLORADO

Jim Jensen 12-23-2022

Jim Jensen Date Contracts Manager

Legal Notice No. NTS1986

First Publication: January 5, 2023

Last Publication: January 12, 2023

Publisher: The Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

Public Notice

Red’s Towing, Inc. 5702 Lipan St Denver, CO 80216 303-733-7809

1. 2012 FORD ESCAPE BLACK

VIN ENDING C08494

2. 2011 HINO 258 WHITE

VIN ENDING S50449

3. 2019 HYUNDAI TUCSON VIN ENDING 00241 4. 2021 PETE WHITE VIN ENDING 743103 5. 2004 BMW XR BLUE VIN ENDING U32443 6. 2006 CHEV HHR ORANGE VIN ENDING 527171 7. 2008 JEEP COMANDER GREEN VIN ENDING 230541 8. 2012 INFINITI G37 BLACK

VIN ENDING 681495 9. 2014 TOYOTA CAMRY BLACK VIN ENDING 113096 10. 2014 TOYOTA CAMRY BLACK VIN ENDING 423307 11 . 2010 FORD FOCUS BLUE VIN ENDING 269479

12. 2006 SCION TC RED VIN ENDING 096075 13. 2016 YAMAHA FZ07 BLACK

VIN ENDING 007714

14 .2005 SUZUKI AERO BLUE VIN ENDING 250104

15 2004 MUSTANG GRAY VIN ENDING 241025

16. 2015 FORD F250 BLACK

VIN ENDING A62939

Legal Notice No. NTS1990

First Publication: January 12, 2023 Last Publication: January 12, 2023

Publisher: The Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice

Bear Enterprise Towing has these vehicles for sale for money owed.

13 chevy cruze 330196 1956 VW dune buggy type one 022386 1980 homemade trailer 000C010

Contact BJ Rodgers: 720-276-9412

Legal Notice No. NTS1991 First Publication: January 12, 2023 Last Publication: January 12, 2023 Publisher: The Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

Notice to Creditors

PUBLIC NOTICE

All

Joseph H. Lusk, #33948 c/o: BOATRIGHT, RIPP & LUSK, LLC 4315 Wadsworth Blvd. Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 Ph: 303-423-7134

Legal Notice No. NTS1992

First Publication: January 12, 2023 Last Publication: January 26, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

PUBLIC NOTICE

District Court, Adams County, Colorado

Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Dr. Brighton, CO 80601

Date: February 21, 2023 Time: 8:00 a.m.

Address: 1100 Judicial Center Dr., Brighton, CO 80601

Tony C. Rossi, Rossi Law, LLC 6215 Corporate Dr, Ste 101, Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Legal Notice No. NTS1994

First Publication: January 12, 2023

Last Publication: January 26, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of DOLORES LINDA OBERMAYR aka DOLORES L. OBERMAYR aka DOLORES OBERMAYR, Deceased Case Number: 2022 PR 31062

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 8, 2023, or the claims may be forever barred.

Heidi Van Es

Personal Representative 12228 Cook Court Thornton, CO 80241

Legal Notice No. NTS1988 First Publication: January 5, 2023 Last Publication: January 19, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of ROBERT DENNIS LITTLEJOHN aka R. DENNIS LITTLEJOHN, Deceased Case Number: 2022 PR 30971

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before April 30, 2023, or the claims may be forever barred.

Damon E. Littlejohn Personal Representative c/o Mark A. Weseman, Esq. 357 S. Mccaslin Blvd., #200 Louisville CO 80027

Legal Notice No. NTS1957 First Publication: December 29, 2022 Last Publication: January 12, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window

PUBLIC NOTICE

District Court, Adams County, Colorado Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Dr. Brighton, CO 80601

In the Matter of the Estate of: Letha Jean Clarke a/k/a Letha J Clarke a/k/a Letha Clarke, Deceased

Tony C. Rossi #45051 Rossi Law, LLC 6215 Corporate Dr, Ste 101 Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Phone: (303) 859-4173 Email: Tony@RossiLawLLC.com Case Number: 2023PR030000

NOTICE OF NON-APPEARANCE HEARING BY PUBLICATION

A hearing on the PETITION FOR ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY AND FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the

Date: February 21, 2023 Time: 8:00 a.m.

Address: 1100 Judicial Center Dr., Brighton, CO 80601

Tony C. Rossi, Rossi Law, LLC 6215 Corporate Dr, Ste 101, Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Legal Notice No. NTS1995 First Publication: January 12, 2023 Last Publication: January 26, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

First Publication: January 5, 2023

Last Publication: January 19, 2023

Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Patricia Sibbitt, Deceased Case Number: 2022 PR 383

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 12, 2023, or the claims may be forever barred.

Suzanne Hammerschmidt Personal Representative 10718 Ogden St Northglenn, CO 80233

Legal Notice No. NTS1989 First Publication: January 12, 2023 Last Publication: January 26, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Coleen Natalie Shaw, Deceased Case Number: 2022 PR 455

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 12, 2023, or the claims may be forever barred.

Angela Delene Personal Representative 3980 Horseshoe Dr Strasburg CO 80136

Legal Notice No. NTS1993 First Publication: January 12, 2023 Last Publication: January 26, 2023

Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Dorothy Delores Hoffman, a/k/a Dorothy D. Hoffman, a/k/a Dorothy Hoffman, Deceased Case Number: 2022 PR 31066

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 12, 2023, or the claims may be forever barred.

Rose Mary Zapor, Esq. Personal Representative Lakewood Legal Center 7475 W 5th Ave #202 Lakewood CO 80226

Legal Notice No. NTS1997 First Publication: January 12, 2023 Last Publication: January 26, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

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All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 19, 2023, or the claims may be forever barred.

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Estate of STEVEN R. THROOP, Deceased Case Number: 2022 PR 31032

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before April 30, 2023, or the claims may be forever barred.

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Estate of Dorothy V. Wells, Deceased Case Number: 2022 PR 422

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 31, 2023, or the claims may be forever barred.

Michael L. Wells

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acknowledge the math means Republicans are likely to remain in the minority through at least another election cycle.

Additionally, all four state-level statewide offices — governor, attorney general, secretary of state and treasurer — will be held by Democrats until 2027.

Democrats know they have four years to get their agenda done, and they say they intend to take their time in crafting bills.

“We do, in some ways, have the luxury of making sure we get it right,” Fenberg said. “We have large majorities. We have 120 days (each legislative session). Some of this stuff is going to be much better off if we give it time to marinate and to work with everybody that is going to be impacted rather than getting it ready for day one just so it can be ready for a speech.”

Republicans, meanwhile, say the political realities at the Capitol mean they, too, have a role.

“Republicans have a responsibility to be that loyal opposition,” said Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer, a Brighton Republican and state budget writer. “It’s not that we are going to oppose everything the governor wants to have done.”

Kirkmeyer said the GOP must push over the next four years for transparency and accountability.

“(Democrats) shouldn’t be able to just slide things through,” she said. “Obviously they have the numbers, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have to be accountable

and don’t have to explain what they are doing to the people of the state of Colorado.”

$1.3 billion

Last but not least, this is probably the most important number that will define the 2023 lawmaking term in Colorado.

The legislature is expected to have about $1.3 billion more in discretionary money to spend this year compared to last, according to nonpartisan legislative staff, but almost all of that is going to be eaten up by preexisting spending plans, inflation affecting the cost of governing and the governor’s budget requests, assuming the legislature honors those.

When all is said and done, there may be limited — if any — money left for the legislature to spend on its bills.

The state is actually projected to collect much more than an additional $1.3 billion in tax revenues over last year, but the legislature is limited in how much it can spend because of the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights. TABOR constrains government growth and spending to the rate of increase each year of inflation and population growth, and the state must refund any money it collects over that cap.

There’s also another factor limiting how much money the legislature has to spend this year: The inflation rate used to determine the TABOR cap comes from the previous calendar year, or six months before the start of each fiscal year.

So for the 2022-23 fiscal year that began July 1 and ends June 30, the federal consumer price index in -

flation rate in the Denver-AuroraLakewood area used to calculate the TABOR cap was the 2021 rate of 3.5% and a 0.9% rate of population growth. By the end of May 2022, when last year’s legislative session ended, however, the inflation rate in the Denver metro area had shot up to 8.3%, sharply increasing the cost of governing and of state construction projects.

But the TABOR cap set using the 3.5% 2021 inflation rate didn’t budge.

For the 2023-24 fiscal year, which the legislature is budgeting for now and starts July 1, the inflation rate used to calculate the TABOR cap is expected to be the 2022 inflation rate of about 8%. But since the 2022-23 fiscal year cap didn’t account for actual 2022 inflation rates, the legislature is still facing a compounded financial pinch.

Simply put: The cost of governing has risen but the TABOR cap doesn’t necessarily reflect that. And the legislature doesn’t have billions in federal COVID-19 stimulus to spend this year, either, as it had during the past two sessions.

“The money is there, we just can’t keep it,” said Sen. Rachel Zenzinger, an Arvada Democrat and chair of the legislature’s powerful Joint Budget Committee, which drafts the budget. “We don’t have a lot of extra money this year and no federal dollars to be able to put toward priorities. We really just need to take care of the basics and figure out: What are the pain points in Colorado?”

Although Colorado’s economy is at the moment faring well, the state legislature is preparing for the possibility of a recession. If an

economic downturn happens, all budget bets are off.

“We aren’t feeling it yet,” she said. “We all know it’s coming.”

Zenzinger said she is inclined to make sure the state’s reserves are in good shape to prepare for a possible recession.

“We need to be diligent about maintaining that reserve and not doing any massive increases in spending,” she said.

The governor’s budget request calls for reserving 15% of the state’s general fund for a rainy day fund.

Kirkmeyer, who also sits on the JBC, worried “that we’ll be overextended and overcommit.”

But even with a limited pool of money, Democrats have ambitious — and likely expensive — policy plans for 2023, including boosting clean energy, driving down the cost of living, offering more affordable housing options, improving the state’s education system and training more people to fill gaps in the workforce.

Duran, the majority leader, said lawmakers will have to be keenly aware this year of what their policy proposals cost.

“There’s a lot of policies I think that will be coming that don’t have a large fiscal (impact) on them,” Duran said.

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Rosa E Cook

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Byron L. Howell By: Deputy Clerk

To: Pedro CAAL POP A hearing on the Petition for Appointment of Guardian for Minor will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued:

Date: February 24, 2023 Time: 9:00a.m. Courtroom or Division: T1 Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601 The hearing will take approximately 30 minutes. PLEASE NOTE: This hearing will take place remotely via the Webex videoconferencing platform.

To join the Virtual Courtroom via Web (from a cell phone or computer), download Cisco Webex, and then enter the following link at 9a.m. on February 24, 2023: https://judicial. webex.com/meet/sara.price

To join the Virtual Courtroom via Phone at 9a.m. on February 24, 2023, call 720-650-7664, then enter meeting number/access code 145 019 7707.

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