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Adams County and state officials gather around an abandoned oil well during a June 2023 press briefing.

BY MARK JAFFE THE COLORADO SUN

The plugs in old oil and gas wells across Colorado are doing their job, preventing methane from escaping into the atmosphere — except in Adams County, which is home to sev-

eral super-emitting wells, according to a Colorado State University study.

Adams County had three wells with massive emissions, the largest emitting 75 kilograms or 165 pounds of methane per hour, 142% more than the average for unplugged wells in the state.

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“The CSU study is alarming,” Adams County Commissioner Eva Henry said in an email. “It is very apparent the health and safety of our community and the children in Adams County is in danger.”

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Protestor again prompts city council meeting shutdown

BY JANE REUTER JREUTER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

For the third time running, a Thornton political protester forced a city council meeting to shut down.

And for the second time in two weeks, Dariush Namazi was arrested for disrupting the meeting.

The Thornton resident refused Oct. 24 to leave the speaker’s podium at the end of his allotted speaking time, as he did during the Oct. 10th and Sept. 26 meetings.

Thornton police charged him with trespassing and interference at a public building and disrupting a lawful assembly, adding a third set of charges to his Thornton record.

Those are the same two misdemeanors that were levied against him Oct. 10. Though the meeting was temporarily shut down during the Sept. 26 incident, Namazi was not charged that night.

Namazi goes by the name “Danny Kulmann” at many city events, wearing MAGA gear and carrying supposedly pro-mayor signs. Namazi

says he is a political satirist, who believes Mayor Jan Kulmann is disguising her far-right beliefs.

Kulmann was granted a restraining order against Namazi in July, which ultimately led to his first arrest. Video footage shows Kulmann walking toward Namazi during the incident that led to the charges. The charges were later dropped.

Namazi made the same request Oct. 24 as he had previously, asking for a meeting with town officials to discuss accusations levied against him.

This time, he said a Thornton police officer assaulted and mugged him, taking his cell phone and twisting his arm. As he stood at the podium, he pointed into the audience at police officers.

“Which one of you grabbed me and pushed me?” he asked. “This is just another piece of this pattern of Jan Kulmann abusing her power because she needs to silence someone.

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When Kulmann asked Namazi to please sit down, he sat on the floor next to the podium and continued to ask for a meeting.

Councilor Karen Bigelow said she would take a meeting with Namazi.

He thanked her and asked if anyone else would, continuing to sit on the floor.

Kulmann ordered the meeting in recess.

Thornton police spokesman Joe Walker, who was not at the meeting, said he had no information about police assaulting Namazi. He said officers on site confiscated items from Namazi before he entered the council chambers.

“It appears security had told him he couldn’t enter with a couple of items he had in his possession; one of the items was characterized as an unknown fluid,” he said. “I think that’s what he’s referring to.”

Namazi did not respond to a request for comment.

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Northglenn joined with Thornton, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), contractors and developers to celebrate the completion of 120th Avenue construction Oct. 24.

The $17.8-million project, finished on time and within budget, eliminated a well-known bottleneck. East 120th Avenue went from two lanes to three in each direction, from Sylvia Drive east of Washington Street to the N Line overpass.

The project also added a traffic light at East 120th Avenue and Race Street that will help handle future development in the Karl’s Farm area.

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non Lukemann-Hiromasa said the city discussed possible solutions for alleviating the bottleneck for a dozen years. The key to making it work, she said, was collaborating with other agencies, including the City of Thornton, CDOT and developer Karl’s Farm.

Costs escalated during the pandemic from $13.5 million to nearly $18 million, But the project nevertheless finished within budget.

“That’s a phrase we like to hear, and this was no small feat,” she said during a ribbon-cutting ceremony near the intersection.

Federal funds covered about $9.5 million of the project. The City of Thornton and Karl’s Farm developers contributed another $2.8 million. Northglenn spent $5.5 million.

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Westminster narrowly passes city manager raise Councilor objects, others say it brings salary in line with region

BY JANE REUTER JREUTER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The Westminster City Council narrowly agreed to give the city manager a 5% raise, plus $30,000 in deferred compensation. Such funds are generally paid out at retirement.

The proposal passed on a 4-3 vote at their Oct. 23 meeting, with Councilor Obi Ezeadi saying the increase was too much for a relatively new employee.

Councilors Bruce Baker and Mayor Pro Tem Dave DeMott joined him in voting against the recommendation.

City Manager Mark Freitag’s salary and retirement benefits combined will total $345,000 in 2024.

That combination in 2023 totaled $299,000.

Several councilors said the increase is justified, based on both his performance and the higher salaries of most city managers in the region. But taken with the deferred compensation, Ezeadi said the pay boost is just too much.

“I’m voting no on this, not because of Mark’s performance, but what this contract is asking for is a 17 percent raise,” Ezeadi said. “I don’t think that’s fair — that the top of any organization gets more than the employees do.

Westminster Mayor Nancy McNally listens while City Manager Mark Freitag discusses improvements to the city Aug. 23 at the Chamber of Commerce’s State of the SCOTT TAYLOR City event.

The new agreement doubles Freitag’s pay for severance without cause from six to 12 months.

“I think there are librarians, police officers, firefighters that would love a 17 percent raise and 12 months’ severance,” Ezeadi said. “But they’re not getting that. So why should the top?

“Mark has done such a great job (but) we need to

see at least another year the results of that before we can automatically double someone’s exit strategy.”

Westminster’s most recent budget included a 3.5 percent cost of living adjustment for its other city employees.

Councilor Sarah Nurmela was among the four “yes” votes.

“The city manager position is very different than a typical employee position,” she said. “They are subject to being on call pretty much 24 hours, seven days a week and being subject to city council’s many questions. It’s a very difficult position.

“The overall salaries and compensation offered throughout the region are actually much higher than we’re approving right now. This brings him up to the lower end of the regional scale. I think this is fair.”

Mayor Nancy McNally agreed.

“He is really caught in the crossfire of who we had before,” she said. “(Freitag) has done a good job here. I believe we owe it to him to get him moved out of the bottom third (of salaries).”

Freitag took the seat formerly occupied by City Manager Donald Tripp, who resigned in October 2021 after six years on the job. Tripp left Westminster with a total compensation package of $455,000.

Freitag came to Westminster from Janesville, Wisconsin, where he has been city manager since 2013. Before that, he was a U.S. Army colonel. He holds degrees from the National War College and St. Mary College.

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Northglenn passes 2024 budget Long-discussed plan gains 5-3 approval

BY JANE REUTER JREUTER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Northglenn City Council at last approved its 2024 budget this week, despite concerns from two councilors. It was the fifth time the group had discussed the document in its regular meeting.

The nearly $70 million budget includes funding for several large capital projects, including the sec-

ond phase of the Civic Center master plan. That plan includes the construction of the new City Hall.

Other planned projects in 2024 include residential street improvements, renovations to E.B. Rains Jr. park, improvements to the wastewater treatment facility, and to the Kiwanis pool.

General fund revenues and expenditures are both projected to be about $38 million, including raises for city staff and some additional positions. It also shows an ending general fund balance of $12.1 million. Personnel-related expenses add up to about 65%, or $34 million,

of the city’s budget.

Long, who is running for mayor in the upcoming Northglenn election, has repeatedly sounded warning bells about the city’s finances. He and Councilor Becky Brown questioned some of the proposed 2024 expenses, including employee and community events, and urged the city to be more fiscally conservative.

Long is concerned about aging city infrastructure, inadequate police staffing and funding, and costs to build the new city hall, among other items. He criticized the city’s 2024 plans to dip into its general

fund reserves.

The budget includes a proposal to use $261,350 of reserves to help fund one-time planning, climate and economic feasibility studies.

“Our hard-working taxpayers, upon whose backs this money is being used to run our city … the way our forefathers wanted it to run was a balanced, zero-based budget,” he said. “This is not a balanced budget.

“I really sincerely believe we have misplaced priorities (and) a misapplication of precious taxpayer dollars.”

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The average methane emissions for the county were 1,240 grams per hour compared with an average for the rest of the counties surveyed of 32.5 grams per hour. By way of comparison one dairy cow, which belches methane, emits about 40 grams an hour.

Between August 2022 and April 2023 CSU researchers measured methane emissions from 108 plugged wells and 226 unplugged, abandoned wells in 17 counties and 63 oil and gas fields in Colorado.

There were zero emissions from the 108 plugged wells. “We didn’t see one plugged well that was emitting,” Stuart Riddick, a researcher at CSU’s Energy Institute, told the state Energy and Carbon Management Commission at an Oct. 16 meeting to review the results. The ECMC regulates oil and gas activities.

The CSU team went back after a few months and measured 36 of the wells again and the results were the same. The plugs were effective in both wells recently closed and

those extending as far back as the 1960s. “Plugging in Colorado is effective,” Riddick said.

The biggest emissions appeared to come from wells where production had stopped and the valves were closed, so-called shut-in wells.

“Shut-in wells are a potentially big risk, for they aren’t plugged and they aren’t serviced,” Riddick said.

“If you leave anything outside for two years in Colorado it is going to corrode.”

“The biggest emitting wells were the newer recently abandoned wells,” Riddick said. “In some cases, these wells were not abandoned because they were played out, but because the owner ran into operating problems or went bankrupt.”

The orphan wells that were recently in production averaged 3,640 grams of methane per hour compared with 3.6 grams per hour for the remainder of the non-producing, orphan wells.

“This is a new type of orphan well,” Riddick said.

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Anadarko, which was acquired by the Occidental Petroleum Corp., closed the aging pipeline system after a broken gathering line at a well in Firestone caused an explosion that leveled a home and killed two people in 2017.

Most of the wells in the Third Creek system were stripper wells — producing no more than the equivalent of 15 barrels of oil a day — operated by small companies. This led to wells being shut-in or abandoned to the state’s orphan well program.

There are 298 orphan wells in Adams County and three-quarters are on the Third Creek network, the county’s Henry said.

The state has made the level of fugitive methane emissions one of the criteria for ranking orphan wells for plugging and abandonment, Mimi Larsen, an ECMC deputy director, told the commission at the Oct. 16 session.

The CSU data will be incorporated into the state’s orphan well program and used along with measurements the ECMC is taking itself.

“It is our goal again to get those wells with larger emissions that have been measured plugged and abandoned as soon as possible,” Larsen said.

Starting this year, a well emitting 100 grams of methane an hour or more would receive the highest score for emission, giving them plugging priority. There are 18 wells in the orphan well program venting 100 grams or more per hour, Larsen said.

Eight of the wells are in Adams County, with four already having been plugged and four scheduled to be plugged. There are three wells in La Plata County and two each in Mesa and Rio Blanco counties. Lo-

gan, Weld and Moffat counties had one each.

All the wells have been or are scheduled to be plugged and abandoned, Larsen said.

The next highest priority group are wells leaking 10 to 99 grams of methane per hour. There are 39 wells in this category, with 25 in Adams County.

Not all unplugged wells present a problem. For example, the CSU study found five unplugged wells in Elbert County that had no methane emissions.

Until this year ECMC field staff had to rely on detecting methane emissions by their smell, sight or hearing (the sound of gas escaping from the well). An infrared camera could also be used to detect leaks.

As part of federal funding for orphan wells, the ECMC has been able to equip inspectors with more sophisticated methane monitoring equipment.

“We started using these technologies most recently with the grant monies from a well program from the Department of Interior,” Larsen said.

These included a microportable greenhouse gas analyzer.

“It is very frustrating to know that the gas and oil industry has made their fortune and left behind a very dangerous mess for the taxpayer to clean it up,” Henry said. “I hope with the partnership of the state and the Interior Department we will be able to address this problem.”

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think if we have the chance to move forward and pivot, that is the best path versus restarting things again.”

Brown agreed.

“We’ve gone round and round about these topics,” she said. “In none of the discussions have we come to a majority decision to get rid of any of the items on the budget. I think we should be prepared to vote and make changes in the future.”

The motion to approve the budget passed, with Councilors Long, Brown and Nicholas Walker voting against it.

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Long asked if approval of the budget could be postponed, allowing city leaders to discuss the issues further.

Mayor Pro Tem Shannon Lukeman-Hiromasa said the council could approve the budget and later amend it, an idea others agreed with.

“We have an excellent staff that has worked really hard on this budget,” said Councilor Megan Burns. “I

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Northglenn campaign finance reports show differing philosophies Incumbent Leighty leads field of three in campaign fundraising

BY JANE REUTER JREUTER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Northglenn campaign finance reports show differing philosophies Campaign finance reports from Northglenn’s mayoral race show some differences in both money raised, the philosophies behind each campaign.

The first round of reports for the 2023 municipal elections were due Oct. 17.

They show current Northglenn Mayor Meredith Leighty has so far received $4,800 in contributions.

Challenger and current Northglenn Councilor Tim Long has received $4,600.

And challenge Mark Bromley shows $20 in itemized contribu-

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tions. His sole contribution came from Thornton political protestor Dariush Namazi.

Leighty’s largest contribution was $2,000 from the Adams County Democratic Party. Shawn Fitzgerald of Northglenn’s TH Automotive was her second highest donor, at $1,000. Leighty did not respond to a call or email requesting comment on her report.

Leighty was elected to the Northglenn City Council in November 2017, and appointed mayor pro tem in June 2019. She was elected mayor in November 2019.

Tim Long’s campaign is largely self-funded; he contributed $3,900 of the $4,600 raised.

“Mine is a minimalist dollar campaign focused on yard signs and (an) ad,” Long said.

The ad says that Northglenn is “at a crossroads.”

“City council should not be making decisions off biased opinions and or fulfilling political ambitions,” it reads, adding that Long is running to “bring the decision making back to the people.”

Long was appointed to council in February 2023 to fill a vacancy created when former Councilor Jenny Willford resigned.

Protest donation

Bromley’s single donation is recorded as coming from Danny Kulmann “aka Dariush Namazi”.

Namazi is a Thornton political activist who opposes Mayor Jan Kulmann for what he believes are far-right political beliefs, using the name Danny Kulmann as an alias while he conducts public protests.

Bromley’s report notes that Namazi’s donation was “made under deception, donor used alias.” It also notes in a section for occupation of the donor: “Bad actor/9News claims comedian.”

Bromley said he is running an independent campaign not influenced by political parties or other factors.

“I live in poverty,” he said. “I’ve been an artist in Colorado all my life and never get any kind of grant or funding because I’m not with the establishment or the Democrats or the powers elected to office that control these funds.

“I do not like to beg for money as it makes me feel less human. I have morals and ethics and values, and I would rather be poor than wealthy (and) cheapen myself as my opponents who are bought for a price by the corrupt and wicked.”

For information on the other Northglenn candidates’ campaign finance reports, visit the City of Northglenn’s candidate information page.

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Thornton Mayor Jan Kulmann received nearly $117,000 in campaign donations in her bid for another term as Thornton’s mayor — just less than three times that of her opponent.

Current Thornton City Councilor Julia Marvin, who is running against Kulmann, got about $42,000 in donations, according to the city documentation.

The first round of reports for the 2023 municipal elections were due Oct. 17.

Kulmann’s donations come from manufacturers, oil and gas political action committees, developers, Thornton firefighters, principals in a public affairs group that has worked extensively with oil and gas companies, a lo-

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cal brewery owner and herself, among many others.

Kulmann, first elected to the council in 2013 and elected mayor in 2019, did not return requests for comment about her report.

Marvin’s largest donation came from herself at $4,500. Other large donors include Adams County Democrats, software engineering company co-founder Dean Leffingwell, and a former oil and gas lawyer turned Democratic political supporter Merle Chambers.

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s Ballot boxes and voter services in Adams and Weld counties In person voting, ballot services begins Oct. 30 at most locations STAFF REPORT

While most Colorado ballots will be delivered by mail or dropped into ballot boxes, poll workers in Adams and Weld counties will host voter service and polling Center locations throughout the area.

Voters who want to send their ballots by mail should put 55 cents in postage on the envelope. All ballots must be in the county’s possession by 7 p.m. Nov. 7, meaning they should be placed in the mail several days before in order to be counted.

Ballots cast by military and overseas voters must be sent no later than 7

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tions we’ve gotten — over 280 already,” said Marvin, elected to the council in 2019. “Over 30 percent of those donations came from people within Thornton, and over 84 percent are people that live in Colorado.

“I appreciate all the small-dollar donors who have taken the time to invest their hard-earned money into the future of Thornton. Our elections shouldn’t be bought by outside special interests.”

Marvin also recorded a $127 donation from Thornton resident Eliza Namazi, wife of Dariush Namazi.

Namazi is a political antagonist of Kulmann, whom he accuses of disguising her far-right Republican beliefs.

Kulmann’s biggest donation also comes from herself. She contributed $32,500 to her campaign.

Her second biggest donation of $7,500 came from Sacho, a manufacturer of caulks and sealants that recently opened a large complex in Thornton. The city council approved a tax incentive for Sascho in 2021.

She received $5,000 from Case Farms, which shares the same address as Thornton developer Carlson Associates. Kulmann also received several large contributions from members of the Carlson family.

p.m. Nov. 7 and received by the close of business on the 8th day after the election, Nov. 15.

Adams County residents can bring their completed ballots to one of Adams County’s 28 dropbox locations.

Go to https://www.adamsvotes. com/ballot-drop-boxes/ for an updated list of those Adams County locations.

The county provides several locations to get voter services. Voters can go to those locations to register to vote, update their registration, drop off or request a new or replacement ballot and vote on an ADA-accessible ballot marking device.

Voters must provide identification – which can include a valid Colorado ID or driver’s license, a birth certificate a valid passport, federal employee ID, military identification, current utility bills or bank statements – to get served at any of those locations.

Among her many additional donors are: · The Realtor Candidate Political Action Committee (formerly known as the Colorado Association of Realtors PAC), $3,000 · The Occidental Petroleum PAC, $2,500 · Urban Solution Group CEO Heidi Gill whose company does sound walls and mitigation for oil and gas activity, $2,500 · Thornton Professional Firefighters Local 2376 at $2,450. The city negotiated a collective bargaining agreement with the union in 2021. · Thornton Satire Brewing Company owner Todd Waufle, $2,000 · Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association, $1,500 · 76 Group Principals Josh Penry ($1,000) and Jake Zambrano ($400). The 76 group is a Denverbased public affairs firm. · PDC Energy PAC, $1,000 · Lobbyist Marcus Pachner, $1,000 Kulmann also received small donations from fellow Thornton City Councilors Jessica Sandgren, Tony Unrein and Adam Matkowsky, as well as $50 from Westminster Mayor Nancy McNally.

Other Thornton City Council candidates raised lesser amounts than the two mayoral candidates, ranging from a low of $4,200 for Mark Gormley to $28,000 for David Acunto.

Adams County voter services

Adams County’s voting service locations are scheduled to open in two phases through the election day, Nov. 7.

Adams County opens seven locations Oct. 30 in Aurora, Bennett, Brighton, Commerce City and Westminster.

They will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Oct. 30 through Nov. 3 and on Nov. 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4 and from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 7.

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Two other locations will be open Nov. 6 and 7, at the Anschutz Medical Campus, 12348 E. Montview Blvd. in Aurora, and at Front Range Community College, 3645 W. 112th Ave. in Westminster.

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School board contests have turned contentious with an influx of candidates, money in many Colorado races Democrats broadly supporting them. Disagreements over mask mandates and extensions of remote learning in particular drove a wedge between communities, setting the stage for broader fights once pandemic restrictions eased. The fissures have only deepened amid clashes over how schools should address gender identity and race.

Across the country, “people with very strong ideological and partisan attachments are finding the school board meeting space and the school board election space as a place to mobilize,” Jonathan Collins, assistant professor of political science, public policy and education at Brown University, said last week during a virtual panel hosted

by The Colorado Sun and Chalkbeat Colorado. “The biggest thing now is that these partisan cleavages, these ideological cleavages — whether you’re a liberal or conservative, a Democrat or Republican — that matters in a way that it hadn’t mattered before.”

Politically charged disputes among adults are having far-reaching impacts on classrooms, Collins added, pointing to “massive learning loss” with kids falling behind and teachers, administrators and school board members stepping down throughout the pandemic and contentious politics.

“Good people are leaving our schools, and really good, promising kids are being left behind in our schools,” he said.

Among the Colorado districts facing political divisions is Colorado Springs School District 11, where

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As a first-time candidate for school board in Colorado Springs, longtime teacher Jill Haffley says she wants “political agendas” out of schools.

In her view, that means teachers should choose which pronouns to use with students; that transgender female students be banned from girls sports; that sex education be abstinence-based; and that students learn the U.S. “is not systemically and fundamentally racist,” according to her responses in a voter guide from Transform Colorado, a group that says it “unites Christian leaders to restore biblical values in the public square.”

Those hot-button issues have defined an increasingly contentious race in Colorado Springs School District 11, where 10 candidates are battling for four seats, including opposing slates of candidates that generally break down along partisan lines.

School board races in Colorado and across the country — particularly during off-year elections — have for many years been among the quietest. Struggles even finding candidates to run in some communities coupled with low voter turnout made contests almost an afterthought in many parts of the state.

But a surge of school board candidates in many Colorado districts

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this year, together with a flood of spending on races, have put school board elections into hot contention, often fueled by hyperpartisan battles over lesson plans, library offerings and how schools address gender and race. This year, nearly 600 school board candidates have filed with the Secretary of State’s Office, compared with only about 100 four years ago.

A Colorado Sun analysis identified nearly $2 million in candidate fundraising statewide through Oct. 11, slightly less than the $2.2 million raised during a similar period two

years ago. But this is the first year candidates cannot take unlimited donations. A 2022 law limits individuals to $2,500 donations to candidates and small donor groups to $25,000 per candidate.

The buzz around school board elections in many districts coincides with a sense of national political division that has trickled down to the local level and seeped into many school board rooms, with tensions between board members and parents erupting into loud shouting matches and igniting protests.

The disputes have increasingly taken on a partisan tone, beginning with sharp political divides over how schools handled students’ health and safety during the pandemic, with Republicans overwhelmingly opposing mask mandates and school closures and

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a group of conservative candidates took over the board during the 2021 election, Colorado Public Radio reported.

The board has made controversial decisions, with the new conservative majority forcing out Superintendent Michael Thomas and closing the district’s department of equity and inclusion, according to reporting by The Gazette and The Colorado Springs Business Journal.

Four conservative-leaning candidates among the 10 who are running this year say they are united on “shared values,” primarily academic outcomes, said first-time candidate Thomas Carey, an unaffiliated voter.

The group also includes Haffley, a Republican who describes herself as “a constitutional conservative,” as well as incumbents Parth Melpakam, also an unaffiliated voter, and Jason Jorgenson, a Republican.

The four are backed by $100,000 in digital ad spending by Springs Opportunity Fund, a conservative local super PAC linked to a dark-money group.

All four candidates indicated in a school board voter guide by Transform Colorado that they believe teachers should decide what pronouns to use with students, transgender girls should not be allowed on girls’ sports teams, sex education should focus on abstinence and that students should not be “taught that people are automatically privileged or oppressed based on their race or skin color.”

Transform Colorado is a Christian group funded by the Truth and Liberty Coalition, a part of Andrew Wommack Ministries, which is based in Woodland Park and brought in more than $49 million in 2020, according to tax filings.

Haffley, who blames teachers for injecting “personal agendas” and biases into the classroom, says she wants to put parents in the driver’s seat of their child’s education — echoing language used by other conservatives mounting runs for office. The retired teacher, who spent 30 years in classrooms, said she has personally seen “teachers put forth their own choices for who they were voting for” during election years.

“I think people try to insert political agendas where they can in just

their general life, and I really want to keep politics out of education as much as possible,” said Haffley, who taught history and government in D11. “We’re there to teach reading, writing, math, English, science, history, vocational education, the arts, music, those things.

And I don’t think political agendas have any business being in a public school.”

Meanwhile, the Colorado Education Association is endorsing a competing group of D11 candidates: Darleen Daniels, Shay Dabney, Rachel Paul — all registered Democrats — and Kate Singh, an unaffiliated voter. A super PAC affiliated with the Colorado Education Association is airing TV ads on their behalf.

Those candidates either did not respond or refused to answer questions in Transform Colorado’s school board voter guide.

Daniels, an incumbent candidate, has been part of a transition in board dynamics. Before 2021, she said board matters were considered “boring,” with run-of-the-mill agenda items devoted to the district budget and technology.

Cherry Creek School District has also been a lightning rod for political confrontations in recent years.

Earlier this month, activists falsely accused the metro Denver district of including pornographic books in its library collection for elementary schoolers, which sparked a threat against several district schools, according to reporting by Colorado Community Media.

This year’s race features five candidates among three seats, including Scott Graves and Steve McKenna, who are running together in a slate. Both men are registered Republicans, but they say their united campaigns don’t include a partisan element.

Still, Graves is concerned about politics influencing what and how students learn, as well as teachers’ instruction time being pinched by other duties, such as addressing students’ mental health and emotional needs.

“Social and emotional wellness is really, really important to a child’s education,” said Graves, a former educator and a father of five sons, four of whom struggle with mental health challenges. “A child cannot be successful if they’re feeling massive anxiety. Having said that, to ask teachers, specifically classroom

teachers, to track that, to try to measure that, to be involved in that, it’s just out of their wheelhouse.”

Ruthie Knowles, an uncontested board candidate in Cherry Creek and a registered Democrat, noted that all five board candidates in her school district have political affiliations, with two Republicans and three Democrats.

Knowles has received some support and campaign mentoring from Arapahoe County Democrats. “Everyone’s just trying to mobilize and help where they can,” she said, “and if you find people with shared values, then you’re sort of like, sure, let’s connect on this journey to get elected.”

Conservative and progressive community organizations are also energizing school board races, rallying people to run for seats and training them for board roles, said Carrie Sampson, an associate professor in the Division of Educational

Leadership and Innovation at Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at Arizona State University.

“There’s certainly a conservative playbook to target local districts,” Sampson said. “And at the same time, I think progressive, liberal organizations are seeing this playbook and trying to create their own type of playbook.”

Groups opposing the conservative candidates are also active. The Colorado Education Association has a list of endorsements for candidates it says are “pro-public-education school board candidates who are committed to the success of students and educators.”

This story is from The Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned news outlet based in Denver and covering the state. For more, and to support The Colorado Sun, visit coloradosun.com. The Colorado Sun is a partner in the Colorado News Conservancy, owner of Colorado Community Media.

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Native American Heritage Month Celebration - 2023 BMoCA at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase

Anythink Libraries kicks off Native American Heritage Month Nov. 2 with drums, native goods and art.

Anythink Wright Farms will host the work of artist Chelsea Kaiah as part of this year’s Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA) at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase, part of the celebration of Native American Heritage Month.

The celebration runs from 5-7 p.m. at the library, 5877 E. 120th. Ave. The Colorado Inter-Tribal Dancers and Drummers will perform in traditional regalia showcasing different styles of powwow dancing and drumming. Browse goods from local artisans selling their wares and enjoy food from Tocabe: An American Indian Eatery.

View the works of artist Chelsea Kaiah, and experience the intersection of indigenous tradition, contemporary expression and the transformative power of art. Visitors are encouraged to bring their wares to participate in the trade and barter station.

Adams County sets Operation Freebird for Nov. 18

The Adams County Sheriff ’s Office and Human Services Department are teaming up for the annual Operation Freebird event. This event provides Adams County families in need with everything to prepare a Thanksgiving meal.

Operation Freebird will be from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Nov. 18 at Mountain States Toyota, 201 W. 70th Ave. Community organizations are welcome to participate to provide resources or information for residents. If interested, reach out to Karla Ojeda.

Rocky Mountain Human Services wins Adams, Denver counties contract.

The Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing is redesigning its case management process, naming a Colorado firm to manage responses for Adams and Denver counties beginning Nov. 1.

Colorado nonprofit group Rocky Mountain Human Services will provide streamlined case management services to individuals with disabilities or other complex needs requiring long-term, home, and community-based support.

The new contract is part of Colorado’s redesigned case management system intended to make it easier for people needing services to navigate the system and get the care they need. It is designed to ensure that people have one place to

go for questions and support and improve the quality of care they receive.

“We are proud and honored to be selected as the Case Management Agency for Denver and Adams Counties,” said RMHS executive director Shari Repinski. “It’s essential to reduce the burden of a complex and siloed system of care by creating a more inclusive and streamlined Long Term Care system in Colorado that recognizes and caters to the diverse needs of individuals, regardless of their disability. RMHS looks forward to making it easier for people to access care and to know that they have a trusted partner they can count on to treat them with the utmost respect and compassion.”

‘Taking No Chances’

The 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office and The Link, a community resource and assessment center in Thornton, offer free, 10-week programs to families of Adams County teenagers to help develop personal and interpersonal drug-resistance skills.

Sessions are from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Wednesdays. Call 720-292-2811.

The preparedness program focuses on older adults

The Adams County Health Department’s Emergency Preparedness & Response team celebrates National Preparedness Month each September.

This year, the 2023 campaign theme is “Helping Older Adults Prepare for Disaster.”

The program will focus on older adults from communities disproportionally impacted by an event that is a man-made emergency or a natural disaster. We know older adults can face more significant risks regarding the extreme weather events and crises we now meet, especially if they live alone, are low-income, have a disability, or live in rural areas. This flyer, available in English and Spanish, is a powerful resource for viewers and readers.

Naloxone Training for Employees and Community Members

The Adams County Health Department’s Harm Reduction Team will supply all Automated External Defibrillator (AED) cabinets in government buildings with Naloxone this month. In addition to this resource, the team will offer Overdose Prevention Training for all staff interested in learning how to prevent, identify, and reverse an opioid overdose. Naloxone will be made available to take home after these trainings.

If you have any questions about the

training or other resources, contact our Harm Reduction team at 303-363-3077 or at harmreduction@adcogov.org.

Work Options FREE Culinary Training Program

The Adams County Human Services Department is partnering with local nonprofit Work Options to provide residents with a free culinary training program.

Program participants train with professional chefs over a six-week course and earn certifications and up to $400 per month. Work Options also offers food truck internships.

In addition to the training program, Work Options provides the Human Services Center 11860 Pecos St., Westminster, with a full menu of breakfast and lunch options, including breakfast burritos, pastries, burgers, pizza, daily specials, and more in the Mountain View Café. The café is located on the third floor of HSC. Learn more about the program at workoptions.org.

Help for vets

Qualified Listeners, a veteran and family resource hub serving northern Colorado and southern Wyoming, has several power chairs, scooters, and electric wheelchairs available.

The VA offers urgent care services to eligible veterans at both VA medical facilities and in-network urgent care clinics closer to home. Use this benefit to treat minor injuries and illnesses that are not life-threatening, such as colds, strep throat, sprained muscles, and skin and ear infections.

To find the closest facility to you, visit www.va.gov/find-locations or call 720600-0860.

Qualified Listeners also needs volunteers to drive veterans to and from appointments, run errands for veterans who cannot get out, provide handyperson services, help administer veteran and family resource guide inventory in local libraries, and veterans to be trained to become qualified listeners.

Legal self-help clinic

The Access to Justice Committee hosts a free, legal self-help clinic from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month. The program is for customers without legal representation who need help navigating through legal issues.

Volunteer attorneys are available to discuss family law, civil litigation, property, and probate law.

Call 303-405-3298 and ask for a Legal Self-Help Clinic at least 24 hours before.

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Almost Home needs help with Thanksgiving event Food bank withdraws from annual food distribution effort

BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

A Thanksgiving effort from local homeless shelter Almost Home is looking for a new group to partner with them and help with their annual food donations for 2023.

Almost Home, the St. Augustine Community Food Pantry and the Knights of Columbus have combined efforts for the two years helping to collect food donations, put the bags together and hand out the Thanksgiving meal baskets.

“Unfortunately, we got news about a week ago that the St. Augustine Food Pantry has temporarily shut their doors, with no indication of when they will be reopening,” said Rachel Monroe, philanthropy and communications director for

Almost Home. “This means that we will have more community members in need for food this holiday season because many will no longer have the option of the food pantry to help stock their pantry.”

The food pantry has contributed this year but the number of people seeking help has increased due to inflation and the price of groceries.

The effort still has formal support and will continue, Monroe said.

One supporter is the United Power Round-Up Foundation, which will continue to donate the King Sooners gift cards to purchase a turkey to be added to the meal baskets. The Round-Up program has been around for over 20 years and has donated more than $2 million to communities such as individuals’ families and charities.

“It’s a voluntary program, and if a member chooses to participate, their bill is rounded up to the next whole dollar,” said Julie Steward United Power outreach specialist.

“For example, the member’s bill is $55.90 – their bill is ‘rounded up’

to $56. The average amount for a participating member equates to 50 cents a bill or $6 a year for the participating member.”w But it points up the need for community donations, Monroe said.

The suggested items to drop off are boxed instant mashed potatoes, boxed stuffing, mac and cheese, gravy packets, canned corn, green beans, cranberry sauce and canned yams.

Residents can drop off the suggested non-perishable food items at the Columbian Home Event Center, 1096 E. Bridge St. through Nov. 3. The center is open from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Wednesday and noon to 3 p.m. Thursdays.

Monroe said that because of the high cost of groceries this year, organizers have decided to give out fewer, better-stocked meal baskets for each household.

“Last year we distributed 500 meal baskets,” Monroe said. “This year we are committed to 400 because we made the decision to increase the amount of items in each

basket and increase the $15 King Soopers gift card to $20 to purchase a turkey.”

Getting help

Families and individuals in need can pick up a Thanksgiving Meal Basket voucher at the Almost Home Housing Navigation Center, 22 S. 4th Ave. The office is located in suite 106 in Historic City Hall.

To be eligible, residents must show an ID as proof of residency in Adams and Southern Weld counties.

Reservation vouchers will be handed out on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be a limited voucher, so they will distributed on a first come, first served basis.

Meal baskets will be handed out for those with a reservation voucher on from 8-11 a.m. Nov. 18 at the Columbian Home Event Center.

Walk-ins will not be accepted on the day of the event.

Down to a science

BY CORINNE WESTEMAN CWESTEMAN@COLOROADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

For high school students who love geology, paleontology and other general science questions, Dinosaur Ridge has the perfect way to test their knowledge.

The organization hosted 18 teams from across the state for its annual Science Quiz Bowl Oct. 21 on the Colorado School of Mines campus.

After six rounds of competition, teams from Grand Junction High School, Stargate High School and The Classical Academy faced off in the finals. The three out-buzzed each other on questions about fossils, plant biology, human anatomy, Dinosaur Ridge history and more.

After 30 questions, Grand Junction won with 13 answers over Stargate’s eight and Classical Academy’s four.

Each member of the winning team will receive a $500 college scholarship, thanks to Dinosaur Ridge and its local partners.

Spokesperson Kristen Kidd said

the quiz bowl originally started in 2019 at Lakewood High School. The idea, she explained, was to foster a passion for the sciences and encourage young people to those subjects in higher education.

The organization revived the quiz bowl last November at the Mines campus, with higher stakes and more participation.

Rocky Mountain PBS recorded the competition, although its airdate hasn’t been confirmed, Kidd said.

While some competitors were from Broomfield, Thornton and other parts of the Denver metro, others traveled in from small towns like Yuma, Hugo and Lake City. Kidd hoped to see more teams next year, saying the quiz bowl can accommodate up to 24 teams.

“It’s fun to bring these kids … all together,” Kidd said, describing the diversity of the teams and students who competed. “It feels like a celebration of science. … It’s also a glimpse of the future. We have smart kids coming up who are passionate

about pursuing science.”

GJHS senior Sam Guddat noted how much this year’s competition played out like last year’s, with Grand Junction’s A team and Stargate’s A team facing off in the final round. The Tigers were down by three after the first 10 questions, but came back to win the whole thing for the second consecutive year, Guddat said.

“It was a tighter competition than last year,” he continued. “We had to fight for it.”

Guddat was thankful for the $500 college scholarship, saying every bit helps. He hasn’t decided on a college yet, as he’s looking for a program where he can double-major in math and physics.

After winning in both 2022 and 2023, Guddat said he really enjoys the math and geology questions but tends to struggle with paleontology. He was proud of his teammates for their second-straight win, and his school’s B team for finishing in fourth place.

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freight train operated by BNSF Railway derailed just north of Pueblo Oct. 15, causing the collapse of a railway bridge and scattering coal cars across I-25. The highway, a vital artery that thousands of Coloradans rely on each day to commute to work, was closed for days. Tragically, a truck driver lost his life after being trapped by the debris.

While the federal investigation is ongoing over that derailment, BNSF has been involved in 11 train derailments in Colorado this year alone, including one here in Commerce City this June. In that incident, eight rail cars from a BNSF train overturned near the active Suncor refinery - a facility that produces and stores nearly 100,000 barrels of oil daily.

Fortunately, no injuries occurred during that derailment. However,

the fact that train cars spilled their cargo in a densely populated area right next to an oil refinery means the outcome could have been much worse.

Commerce City residents already suffer disproportionately from Yadira Caraveo asthma and other respiratory conditions associated with pollutants from the refinery.

Families in the predominantly Latino communities located right next to Suncor are most affected by air pollution. The last thing our community needs is for a train derailment to impact the refinery and cause a massive local emergency.

Though the June derailment didn’t

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make many headlines, I got right to work pressing for accountability from BNSF. In a letter to the company president, I demanded answers about what led to the derailment, what materials were spilled when the cars overturned, and what steps BNSF would take to prevent a similar accident in the future. The company responded by committing to learn from their mistakes and continue their safety improvement efforts.

Regrettably, the Oct. 15 crash suggests BNSF may not have made sufficient improvements to their standards of operation. With railways like those operated by BNSF intersecting Commerce City and communities across Colorado, it is essential railway companies are using up-to-date rail safety standards that account for the wellbeing of our communities.

BNSF is an economic engine for Colorado, transporting vital goods

our businesses rely on and supporting tens of thousands of jobs across the state - including in my District.

But this does not excuse any potentially negligent behavior.

Looking ahead, I remain committed to using my position in Congress to press BNSF and other rail companies to do right by Colorado families; to prioritize the safety of their employees and the communities in which they operate over corporate profit. As your representative, I will always stand up against corporate negligence and fight for the health and safety of families in our District.

I look forward to updating you on our progress.

Yadira Caraveo is Colorados’ representative to the U.S. House of Representatives for District 8, which includes Adams, Weld and Larimer counties.

Beware of what Proposition HH promises

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here has been a lot of “buzz” on whether Governor Polis’/ Democrat Party leadership’s Proposition HH is the best way to tamp down the impact of the pending huge jump in our property taxes for the next two years.

Both sides have been prolific in the material and media coverage of this so-called solution. I for one will be voting against HH. While I clearly am not jumping for joy with the anticipated leap in our residential property taxes, I don’t see the tradeoff for temporary tax relief being a fair deal.

Polis and the Democrats are fleecing our TABOR refunds and putting a big part of the money in the state treasury for public education. The state government stands to gain a huge tax revenue windfall with the major reduction in TABOR refunds.

Yes, we will have to suck up the increase in our property taxes, but we will still experience TABOR refunds in years to come.

Governor Polis’ quote in a cam-

paign mailer states “PROP HH is the only way we prevent devastating tax increases while still preserving TABOR refunds.” This is quite misleading.

Proponents say that “an $800.00 TABOR refund is Bill Christopher guaranteed this year while preserving TABOR refunds for the future.” However, they don’t say how much of a TABOR refund will be afforded beyond the first year.

Consider the impact of this statement right out of the 2023 State Ballot Information Booklet aka Blue Book; “Proposition HH essentially increases taxes by reducing or eliminating TABOR refunds, potentially growing the state budget by up to $2.2 billion per year by 2032. the measure removes important taxpayer protections and gives the state legislature the power to extend

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the new revenue cap forever without asking voters.”

If that doesn’t shake you to the core, I don’t know what would!

Let’s face it; there is not a viable, robust solution to this problem without the State Legislature refocusing on putting serious property tax caps in place.

Under TABOR, Colorado voters would have to act on such changes.

The state should not gain such a windfall at our expense. Don’t opt for the quick, shorter-term solution to save a portion of your increased taxes in the first year. Take the long view and vote “No.” Eyes on II

The other statewide ballot issue pertains to the excess tax revenues already collected on cigarettes and nicotine products sales including vaping and e-cigarettes.

The approved 2020 ballot proposition on the projected tax revenues were underestimated which must be acted upon by statewide voters. The original estimate pre-

dicted $186.5 million for the state’s pre-school program.

However, the actual amount collected was $208 million or an excess of $21.5 million. An additional $2.15 million in interest earned would be added.

Voters can either approve the excess revenue to help further fund the pre-school program or reject the proposal which would send the tax money back to the cigarette and nicotine products sellers.

In my review of this ballot issue, I believe it is an easy choice in favor of approving the additional revenue and interest for the state’s preschool program. However, I have a caveat to go with my vote.

Continued tax increases for public education needs evaluation

It seems like every time we turn around there is another ballot question to finagle more tax revenue for public education. The nicotine “sin tax” was the latest one.

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Who knows what the next one will be, as we are running out of “sins”, but rest assured there will be one.

Will the school teachers and Democrats ever be satisfied? Hey, I am all for public education having adequate resources for competitive salaries, sufficient teachers and adequate maintenance, but each new tax or tax increase simply seems to get absorbed immediately.

Colorado voters are not keen on income tax, sales tax or property tax increases, as witnessed from previous elections. So, what will the teachers and Democrats come up with next. Perhaps there are efficiencies which could be implemented.

In Adams County, we have considerable duplication of effort with so many separate school districts. With districts like Mapleton and Westminster - which continue to decline in overall enrollment - it would be prudent to evaluate possible mergers. Do you know that currently there are 3,200 students who live in Westminster Public School District who choose to attend school somewhere else? This is inefficient from many standpoints, but I also understand why parents do not want their students attending WPS. Fourth attempt is a winner

Perhaps it was frustration or maybe exhaustion. Some would say the continued embarrassment was the influence or maybe the lack of doing the business of the people.

Regardless of the reason(s), the U.S. House of Representatives now has a new Speaker of the House.

Mike Johnson (Louisiana), a staunch conservative pro-Trump Republican and Biden election denier, received a unanimous vote among Republicans last Wednesday to step into the vacant Speaker’s seat. He is the fourth nominee following Steve Scalise, Jim Jordan and Tom Emmer to be considered.

He inherits the very same issues which former Speaker Kevin McCarthy left behind three weeks ago. It is a tall order for him to hit the pavement running to resolve a pending federal budget shutdown,

decide appropriate sized funds for the Israel/Gaza War, decide about more funding for Ukraine and a host of other issues.

Plus, the stupid rule (which Kevin McCarthy had to agree to in order to become the Speaker previously) of a single Representative being able to call for a vote on getting rid of the Speaker hangs over Johnson’s head.

House Republicans are like a civil war among their fellow members. There are five distinct groups within the party which exercise their influence on any given issue.

It truly will be a case of “herding cats” for Speaker Johnson.

Trump fails to dismiss Colorado ballot disqualification

Leave it to Colorado to come up with an “out of left field” attempt to de-rail former President Donald Trump’s efforts to run for President in the 2024 election.

Six Republican and unaffiliated voters filed a lawsuit against Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold to require her to block Trump from being placed on the 2024 Presidential election ballot.

The plaintiffs have based their claim on allegations that Trump engaged in an insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

Therefore, he is disqualified from holding federal office under the 14th Amendment.

Trump’s attorneys based their argument against the lawsuit on the theory that “Trump’s speech is protected by the First Amendment and does not constitute incitement to violence or illegal action, let alone an insurrection or rebellion.”

District Court Judge Sarah B. Wallace rejected Trump’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit. She pointed out the Colorado legislature exempted lawsuits brought to enforce the rights of the general public.

It’s a safe bet that Trump will appeal the decision, but in the meantime it is nice to see the judge uphold the action to disqualify Trump.

Bill Christopher is a former Westminster city manager and RTD board member. His opinions are not necessarily those of Colorado Community Media. You can contact him at bcjayhawk68@gmail. com.

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One of the items on display at the Sheridan Library as part of Museo de las Americas’ traveling exhibition on Oct. 20.

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As people enter The Center on Colfax in Denver, they are greeted by a colorful community altar featuring sugar skulls, flowers, skeleton figures and photos of people.

The altar, called an “ofrenda” in Spanish, is part of the center’s celebration of Day of the Dead, or “Día de los Muertos” — a holiday where people honor dead loved ones.

“A lot of it is about reconnecting with who we are as people and who has been here before us,” said Sandra Zapata, the director of youth services at The Center on Colfax.

Day of the Dead is a pre-Hispanic celebration that predominantly occurs in Mexico on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2, according to the center.

On these days, spirits are believed to return home and spend time with their loved ones, according to The Mexican Museum.

Families build altars with offerings to welcome the spirits.

This year, communities throughout Colorado have planned events in honor of Day of the Dead, with hopes of bringing people together — both in person and in spirit.

At the Sheridan Library in Denver, the community group Sheridan Rising Together for Equity planned to host a Day of the

Dead celebration on Nov. 1 featuring dance performances, food and an exhibition of an altar.

From now until Nov. 5, the library is also hosting a traveling museum exhibition from Museo de las Américas about Day of the Dead, displaying artifacts that help share the history and meaning of the holiday.

Museo de las Américas, a Latin American art museum within Denver’s Art District on Santa Fe, has planned its own celebration in collaboration with other organizations at 5 p.m. on Nov. 3.

In Thornton, the city’s arts and culture division will host the seventh annual Day of the Dead celebration from noon to 5 p.m. Nov. 4 at McAllister Park Center.

Zapata said it is really interesting to see how different communities celebrate Day of the Dead, whether it be hosting a parade, creating a communal ofrenda, or visiting the cemetery where a loved one is buried.

“I want to be in those spaces and I want to reconnect to traditions with other folks who also celebrate Day of the Dead.

Maybe it looks different from what I’m used to, and that’s going to be OK,” Zapata said.

“You get to see what they look like outside of, you know, maybe your own experience — and that’s great.”

The Center on Colfax’s ofrenda

The Center on Colfax, an LGBTQ+ community center based in Denver, has been creating ofrendas for Day of the Dead since about 2016, Zapata said.

This year, the center invited the community to participate in building the ofrenda and bring photos of their loved ones.\ Zapata said people’s willingness to share was very touching.

“For them to share very intimate details about their loved ones and why they meant so much to them, and maybe how tragically they lost them — I think it’s such an honor for folks to feel comfortable enough to be vulnerable in a public space with people that maybe they don’t know,” Zapata said.

Zapata, whose pronouns are they/them, said they grew up in Mexico, and it was a tradition for schools to have an ofrenda every year.

“You get to bring pictures of the folks that you want to remember and bring back on Day of the Dead,” they said. “It was always an activity that we did at school and at home and, kind of, honoring those folks and what they taught us.”

At the age of 16, Zapata moved to Iowa.

“It made me kind of cling on to those celebrations much more because I didn’t want to lose them,” Zapata said. “I wanted to continue to honor the traditions that I grew up with, regardless of where I was and whether or not folks around me were going to celebrate it in the same way.

“I just wanted to make sure that I honored my culture and the things that I grew up with,” they continued.

The ofrenda will be open until the first week of November, Zapata said. Creating it is a way for The Center on Colfax to recognize intersectionality within the community, they added.

“Yes, being part of the LGBTQ+ community is important, but all of our other identities are just as important to us,” they said.

Zapata explained being queer and Mexican comes hand-inhand.

“For me to be able to celebrate that very specific space that I live in … It’s important to me that places, like my place of work, will celebrate it with the same enthusiasm, right, that any other celebration would (get),” they said.

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Skeleton figures wearing fancy clothes that are on display at the Sheridan Library on Oct. 20. The items are PHOTOS BY TAYLER SHAW part of Museo de las Americas’ traveling exhibition for Day of the Dead.

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Thornton’s celebration aims for more than 1,000 attendees

Over the years, Thornton’s celebration of Day of the Dead has grown to the point of attracting hundreds of attendees.

Alisa Zimmerman, the manager of the City of Thornton’s Arts and Culture Division, said the celebration started as a small gathering in the arts and culture center.

This year, for the seventh annual celebration, the event will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Nov. 4 at McAllister Park Center, located at 750 W. 96th Ave. Zimmerman said it is important for any city to recognize the diversity and richness of its community.

“There is a very large, robust Hispanic community in Thornton — in original Thornton, which is the southern part of Thornton,” Zimmerman said.

By 2019, the event attracted a few hundred attendees, she said. To accommodate the bigger crowd, the celebration is now held at McAllister Park, which has a building on it that was previously a church.

“That proved to be the perfect, you know, home for this event as it continues to grow, and it’s both an indoor and outdoor thing,” she said. “We love the fact that it’s still very near to our core community that loves to celebrate this event.”

Last year, about 700 people attended, she said. The year before that, an estimated 1,000 people showed up.

This year, the goal is to exceed 1,000 attendees, she said.

Attendees this year can expect music and dance performances, as well as face painting, an art market and a costume contest.

The celebration this year will also feature the Butterfly Pavilion. Zimmerman said the pavilion wanted to display its monarch butterfly exhibit because monarchs migrate to Mexico and some people believe that monarchs represent the dead coming back to visit the living.

The Mexican Cultural Center will also create a beautiful ofrenda, Zimmerman said. People are able to bring photos to place on the ofrenda.

“The wonderful part, for me, is it’s so multigenerational,” she said. “I think Day of the Dead represents a wonderful opportunity to gather people together.”

When asked what advice she has for newcomers, Zimmerman said, “Come with a sense of discovery and curiosity about what this holiday is.”

The Day of the Dead altar at The Center on Colfax features skeleton figures, flowers and photos of people.

Museo de las Américas to host a procession

Museo de las Américas is the premier Latin American art museum in the Rocky Mountain region, said Executive Director Claudia Moran.

This year, Museo will host a Day of the Dead celebration starting at 5 p.m. Nov. 3 at 861 Santa Fe Drive in Denver.

The free event will feature a community procession honoring loved ones from 6-7 p.m.

This procession is a collaborative effort between Museo, the Art District on Santa Fe, Chicano Humanities and Arts Council, and the Office of Councilwoman Jamie Torres, according to a news release.

The procession will commence in the parking lot of Su Teatro at 721 Santa Fe Drive around 5:45 p.m. and will head on a route that will conclude at Museo de las Américas.

The celebration will feature an altar, a dance performance, local vendors, sugar skull decorating and a Catrina costume contest.

Sheridan Library’s exhibition, community program

In addition to its community celebration, Museo de las Américas is recognizing Day of the Dead through its traveling exhibition that is on display at the Sheridan Library, located at 3425 W. Oxford Ave., until Nov. 5.

“The purpose of the exhibit is to use art and artifacts to explain the history and meaning of Día (de) los Muertos (Day of the Dead),” said Laura Beacom, the curator of collections at Museo.

Creating the Day of the Dead traveling exhibition was by demand, Beacom said. She started building it over the pandemic, and it was first displayed last year at a library in Wheat Ridge.

The objects on display are something people would not normally be able to see if not for the traveling exhibition, she said.

“It’s just really important for people to have artwork that reflects their own history and culture,” Beacom said. “And for people who don’t know anything about it, it’s important for them to be able to learn about it.”

It is important that Sheridan Library celebrates Day of the Dead because the Sheridan community is diverse and strongly Latine, said Kathleen Robertson, supervisor at Sheridan Library. Latine is a gender-neutral form of the word Latino.

“I think it’s important to hang on to cultural traditions,” Robertson said.

This year will be the second that the community group Sheridan Rising Together for Equity will host a Day of the Dead celebration at Sheridan Library.

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“We had never seen such a well-attended event at this library,” Robertson said about last year’s event.

This year’s celebration will include performances by dance groups, an exhibition of the altar of the dead, a Catrinas costume contest, and bread and hot chocolate.

The evolution of Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead has its origins in the rituals practiced by Indigenous peoples of the Americas, such as the Aztecs, according to The Mexican Museum.

Museo de las Américas said the Aztecs used skeletons as a tribute to the deity Mictecacihuatl, the goddess of death.

According to History.com, once the Spanish conquered the Aztec empire, the Catholic Church changed when the Indigenous celebrations honoring the dead occurred. This made the celebrations fall on the Catholic dates of Nov. 1, which is All Saints’ Day, and Nov. 2, which is All Souls’ Day. Claudia Moran, executive director at Museo, said that from her understanding, there are two primary areas in Mexico where Day of the Dead is celebrated in a very traditional way — Mexico City and the Mexican state of Michoacán.

Moran, who is from Guadalajara, Mexico, said she has visited Pátzcuaro, a city in Michoacán, many times, as her aunt lives there. There is a lake in the area that has cemeteries around it, she said.

People bring large amounts of flowers into the cemeteries where their loved ones are buried, creating beautiful displays. At night, people bring food and stay up late, sharing stories and reflecting.

“It’s just a moment to remember your loved ones who have already passed.

It’s a moment of reflection. It’s a moment of understanding,” Moran said.

When Moran visited the area as a young girl, the celebrations were smaller, she said.

“Now, it’s like you can barely get into the town,” she said, explaining tourists across the world come to see the celebration.

Day of the Dead celebrations have become more popular in the last 10-15 years, she said. She thinks part of the reason is due to movies such as the 2015 James Bond movie, “Spectre,” and the 2017 Disney movie, “Coco.”

She has even seen a change where she grew up in Guadalajara.

“When I was (a) little girl, you wouldn’t see anything around anywhere in the city, in Guadalajara. Now, you could go to cemeteries in Guadalajara.

Now, you can go to … all these celebrations in the little towns,” she said. “It’s a phenomenon.”

Elements of an ofrenda

An altar and its offerings — called an “ofrenda” in Spanish — are an invitation to deceased loved ones “to be with us in spirit and to share what they liked in life,” according to The Center on Colfax.

There are four basic elements needed in an ofrenda: earth, water, wind and fire.

Earth is represented with food. Sandra Zapata, director of youth services at The Center on Colfax, said it has to be food that the loved one liked and would want to come back for.

“Pan de muerto,” which means bread of the dead, is a sweet bread that often is part of an ofrenda, according to The Mexican Museum.

In addition to food, there is often salt and water, Zapata said.

“The nourishment itself — it’s because they’ve been through a long journey,” Zapata said. “We want them to feel celebrated and want (them) to be full.”

Wind is represented by the movement of objects such as “papel picado,” which is colorful tissue paper cut into designs.

“It’s very easy to break, and it’s a reminder that life itself is very easy to break and it’s very easy for us to lose it,” Zapata said about papel picado. “So, we have to be thankful and we have to be grateful that we are still here.”

Candles represent fire, offering light that is believed by some to help spirits find their way to meet their family and friends, according to The Center on Colfax.

Ofrendas also often have incense and an arch, representing the gateway be-

An altar, called an “ofrenda” in Spanish, located in The Center on Colfax in Denver on PHOTO BY TAYLER SHAW Oct. 20. It was created in honor of Day of the Dead.

tween the two worlds, Zapata said.

Sugar skulls symbolize loved ones who have passed away, according to The Mexican Museum. Sometimes, they have the name of the deceased person inscribed on the forehead.

Flowers called “cempasúchil,” or marigolds, are always on ofrendas, Zapata said.

“That’s a very big representation of this time of year when these flowers bloom and we can use them to bring beauty into the space,” they said.

Photos of loved ones are also placed on ofrendas, Zapata said.

Not a ‘Mexican Halloween’

For people interested in celebrating Day of the Dead for the first time, Zapata said it is important to look at the traditions and be mindful of honoring the holiday.

“Sometimes, it gets almost, like, tangled in Halloween. And those two things are so different,” Zapata said. “I just want to make sure that folks are mindful of what our traditions are versus something like Halloween, which is not culturally relevant to Day of the Dead just because it’s a different tradition, and it’s a different type of celebration.”

In the City of Thornton, Alisa Zimmerman said the city tries its best to make sure its event is not looked at as a Mexican Halloween.

“We purposefully don’t schedule it on the same weekend or near Halloween,” Zimmerman said.

“And that’s worked well for us because then people know that it’s actually focused strictly on this holiday — remembering people’s deceased friends and relatives.”

Claudia Moran, of Museo de las Américas, said it is important that people research the holiday.

“It is a very unique type of celebration,” she said. “You cannot compare it with anything else.”

“It’s actually a culmination of a lot of traditions that have been combined going back hundreds of years,” Beacom said.

Beacom said she likes that Day of the Dead reminds people that death is part of life.

“It’s not to be feared,” she said. “The nature of love in our souls is eternal, and the material world and the spiritual world … exist at the same place, at the same time.”

Zapata’s favorite part of Day of the Dead is hearing people’s stories about the people they have loved and lost.

“There’s such a connection in telling stories and telling other people’s stories and making sure that the folks that maybe have passed are not forgotten,” Zapata said. “Passing those traditions of talking about the people that we love kind of keeps them around longer, even if other folks didn’t meet them. It’s about the history that we don’t want to forget about.”

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St. Mary’s Glacier near Idaho Spring and others around Mountain West dripping away

BY EMMA VANDENEINDE KUNC

A new study from Portland State University suggests that some of the Mountain West’s most famous glaciers do not qualify as glaciers anymore.

This study defines a glacier as being present for more than 20 years, having an area of at least two football fields (or 0.01 square kilometers), and showing signs of movement. Without these, it’s just a perennial snowpack or a pile of rocks.

“If we saw crevasses, then we knew it was moving because cracks develop when the ice stresses and strains, said Andrew Fountain, professor emeritus at the university and one of the study’s authors. “Even though the glaciers might have snow, the one that doesn’t move is a snow patch or an ice patch, and the other with crevasses is by definition a glacier.”

Researchers looked at U.S. Department of Agriculture aerial photos taken from 2013 to 2020 of about 4,000 areas, according to Fountain. They were only able to classify around 1,300 areas as glaciers and 1,200 areas as perennial snowpacks.

St. Mary’s Glacier near Idaho Springs in Clear Creek County, Colorado, is too small and does not meet the 0.01 square kilometer threshold.

Taylor Glacier in Rocky Mountain National Park is too rocky and does not have enough snow coverage to be a glacier. Isabelle, Moomaw and Peck Glaciers were all deemed perennial snowpacks.

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the cut in the Mountain West were Petersen Glacier in Wyoming and the Grasshopper Glacier in Montana. They don’t believe Idaho has any glaciers.

Their findings were published in Earth System Science Data last month.

Before this study, several paper topographical maps categorized areas as glaciers, but modern satellites and aerial photography hadn’t been used to track changes to them. Some of these maps were more than 30 years old.

“Glaciers in the western U.S. never had really been properly inventoried,” Fountain said. “As we know, glaciers have changed a lot since then (in 30 years).”

Researchers believe these glaciers are shrinking due to global warming – and possibly wildfires. Additionally, caverns in the glacier created by streamflow underneath can let sunlight in and melt the glacier.

“Smaller glaciers don’t do as well, don’t add as much water,” he said. “As glaciers shrink, these streams then become more and more susceptible to drought, as well as the surrounding riparian areas and adjacent landscapes, which changes the ecology in these high alpine areas.”

One solution could be artificial glaciers made by underground pipes that spray like fountains and freeze into a cone shape, which slows the melting. Another is glacier covers, usually made of plastics and fleece, to help insulate a glacier and block the sun.

Fountain said that these “stop-gap measure[s]” are “not going to be of practical value” for the West. Instead, he wants people to focus on getting rid of the carbon dioxide to help slow global warming.

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Health insurance rates set to rise

BY JOHN INGOLD THE COLORADO SUN

Health insurance premiums for people who buy coverage on their own are set to increase by nearly 10% next year.

But that is slightly lower than insurers had initially requested, and the Polis administration found other reasons to cheer in the numbers it released.

Nearly one-third of Colorado Option plans sold in the individual market and 80% of Colorado Option plans offered in the small-group market — where small employers buy plans for their workers — are expected to hit the state-set price targets.

Those numbers are far better than what it appeared they would be when insurers earlier this year filed their rate requests and raised questions about the sustainability of the Colorado Option, which aims to offer better coverage at less-expensive prices. The program is one of Gov. Jared Polis’ signature health care policies.

“The division continues to hammer away at health care costs, working to limit rising costs and save people money on health care,” Colorado Insurance Commissioner Michael Conway said in a statement.

“As it does every year, our team dug deep into what the companies filed to push down on what they wanted to charge.”

Others were not as enthusiastic.

Saskia Young, the executive director of the Colorado Association of Health Plans, an insurer trade group that often spars with Conway, noted that fewer overall plans will be offered next year and said the increasing premium prices are due in part to new coverage requirements that the Division of Insurance has championed.

“The DOI is couching its legal obligation to ensure premium rates are not ‘excessive, inadequate, or discriminatory’ as a newfound win for Colorado consumers, when in fact it is the same premium filing process that occurs every year,” Young said in a statement.

The rates announced in mid-October apply only to a subset of consumers. About half of Coloradans get their health insurance through

work — but most of those are covered by large-group or self-funded plans. Only about 7% of Coloradans, meanwhile, purchase insurance in the individual market, where consumers buy plans without help from an employer.

But, because the individual market is the most transparent health insurance market — and the most subject to regulatory oversight — it often receives the most attention and serves as a bellwether for the rest of the insurance market.

One unique feature of the individual market is that the federal and state governments provide subsidies to help some people purchase the plans, which are often more expensive than what employees pay for coverage through their jobs.

The Polis administration announced that the state will be able to offer additional subsidies next year to people with lower incomes. The subsidies are available as one result of the decision by the federal government to provide the state with more than $200 million in “pass-through funding” for 2024 — money given in recognition of Colorado programs that have lowered how much the federal government spends on premium subsidies for the state.

The new subsidies will be available on silver-level plans to people and families making up to 250% of the federal poverty line — that’s $36,450 per year for an individual and $75,000 per year for a family of four. The state estimates that about 20,000 people will be eligible for the new subsidies.

The most powerful of the pricereducing programs continues to be reinsurance, in which the state helps insurers pay their most expensive claims, allowing those companies to reduce premiums for everyone.

The Division of Insurance estimates that reinsurance will save consumers $411 million in 2024. Without the program, the state says premium prices for 2024 would be nearly 25% higher.

“I am thrilled to announce that Coloradans will save $411 million on health insurance premiums next year as a result of the bipartisan reinsurance program,” Polis said in a statement. “I am committed to looking at every solution to save people money on health

care to ensure that Coloradans can access quality care when they need it most.”

The 9.7% that individual market insurance plans will increase, on average, next year is only a shade below the average rate increase of 10% that insurers had initially requested.

But most insurers saw state regulators reduce their requested premium increases by more than that. The state’s insistence that one insurer, Denver Health Medical Plan, significantly raise its rates offset much of the savings from the reduction in other insurers’ prices.

Rates increased last year by 10.4%.

The Division of Insurance said that if people not currently enrolled in a Colorado Option plan were to switch into the lowest-cost one available to

them next year, they would be able to limit their price increases to 7%. (To be sure, though, a Colorado Option plan may not be the lowest-cost plan available to people, meaning even more savings might be available and which is why the Division of Insurance typically encourages people to actively shop each year and not let their existing plan auto-renew.)

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Domestic violenced deaths at all-time high Colorado rates exceed records for second straight year

BY OLIVIA PRENTZEL THE COLORADO SUN

At least 94 people, from 8 months to 61 years old, died in Colorado in 2022 as a result of domestic violence, according to a report released by the Attorney General’s Office.

It was the second time in two years that the number of domestic vio-

lence fatalities set an all-time high in Colorado, exceeding the previous record of 91.

At least 39 people were killed last year by their current or former intimate partners and 22 were bystanders, such as family members, coworkers or neighbors who were with the victim or tried to intervene, the report said.

The number was nearly 1.5 times higher than the average number of deaths since the Colorado Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board began tracking them.

The number of bystanders killed was “extraordinarily high” compared

with years past, showing the threat extends beyond domestic violence victims and into the community, the Attorney General’s Office said.

Among the deaths were six children under the age of 16, including a 5-year-old who was sleeping in an apartment when a fire was set nearby in a domestic dispute. The five other children died from gunshot wounds after separate attacks, the report said.

Two police officers were also shot to death when responding to domestic violence incidents, the report said.

The report is a “sobering reminder” of the work needed to combat domestic violence across the state, Attorney General Phil Weiser said in a news release. “The numbers are alarming and should catalyze action.

This report provides a stark reminder that domestic violence continues to be a serious threat, primarily to women, and all Coloradans must work toward greater gender equality and more robust efforts to prevent domestic violence.”

The board, which was set up to review data and make policy recommendations, suggested a wider use of assessment tools in organizations that work directly with domestic violence survivors to better help adults and children who are affected by do-

mestic violence and understand the safety risks. The board also recommended developing a pilot program through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation that would foster a relationship between prosecutors, law enforcement and the defense bar to help ensure Colorado’s firearm relinquishment statutes are enforced, the report said.

There’s also a need for more collaboration between the state’s Maternal Mortality Prevention Program, Child Fatality Review Baord and the Office of Suicide Prevention, the report said, noting the intersection between each entity’s work and the potential to analyze domestic violence fatalities in a more comprehensive way.

Consistent with previous reports, firearms were the leading cause of death among domestic violence fatalities in 2022, accounting for 86% of deaths. Ninety-seven percent of the victims were female and 95% of the perpetrators were male.

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Conway said the threat of public hearings caused insurers and hospitals to lower 73 different contracts to the maximum extent allowed under the law, thus dropping rates for many Colorado Option plans lower than what was

the shadow of nearby mountains – and if they get more snow than expected, that’s even better. Andrews Glacier in Colorado came to mind as an example.

“Those glaciers in those nice little basins having additional snow either by wind drift, travel, entering, sort of become climate insensitive because these other effects are kind

of keeping that glacier intact,” he said. “All of the glaciers, I think, in the front range should be gone by now, except these additional processes that keep them alive.”

For his next research project, Fountain is trying to quantify how much water and ice has been lost.

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“The Colorado Option hearing process did something that is nearly unprecedented in health care in the U.S.,” Conway said in a statement. “The Colorado Option actually bent the cost curve and reduced health care costs, and in turn brought down premiums.”

Young, the Colorado Association of Health Plans leader, reiterated concerns that Colorado

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“The Colorado Option program requires additional coverages at lower prices which is not how insurance nor any other industry works,” she said.

Open enrollment for the individual market starts on Nov. 1.

People who want coverage that starts on Jan. 1, 2024, will need to select a plan by Dec. 15. The open

enrollment window closes for everyone on Jan. 15, 2024.

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Legacy High School earns top seed in class 5A

BY STEVE SMITH SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

Legacy High School earned the top seed in the class 5A boys state soccer tournament.

The Colorado High School Activities Association released the brackets on Oct. 23.

The Lightning, which rode 12 goals from Lucas Montera in the regular year, takes a 12-1-2 into the tournament. Legacy faces Lakewood (7-6-2) in the first round.

Rashed Jahan Rahi, a senior, scored 13 goals for the Tigers this fall.

The winner advances to face either Liberty or Rock Canyon in the next round. Rock Canyon and Legacy played in the first match of the season, and the Lightning won it 2-0. The Jaguars’ top scorers were Birat Shrestha (through 10 recorded games) and Alec Lauretti (through 11 recorded games). They each scored three times.

Arapahoe High School earned the No. 5 seed in class 5A and will host Far Northeast Warriors in the opening round. The winner gets either Fairview or Mountain Vista high schools in the second round.

The Golden Eagles amassed a 6-45 record this season. Lucas Serna scored six of his team’s first 21 goals.

Cherry Creek (11-3-1) has the eighth seed in the draw and will host Heritage in the first round.

Cole Wearner scored a team-high 12 goals for the Bruins. The Eagles’ top goal-scorer this season was Logan Hause with eight tallies.

In class 4A, Skyview (7-6-2) rode the offense of Nicholas Marmolejo (seven goals through six recorded games) to its berth in the state playoffs. The Wolverines visit Skyline High School in the first round.

Golden (7-5-3) earned the 19th seed, thanks in part to Flynn Halsor’s team-high eight goals, and travels to 14th-seeded Longmont.

In class 3A, Stargate School (55-5) visits Fort Lupton (10-1-4).

Golden senior Daniel Chirinos, middle, gets off a shot between Littleton’s Miguel Schlote, left, and Hans Zuniga, right, during the DENNIS PLEUSS Class 4A Jeffco League game Tuesday, Sept. 26, at the North Area Athletic Complex.

Through 13 recorded games, Chase Myers scored six goals for Stargate.

The Bluedevils’ Diego De La Fuente scored 30 goals. He, Carlos Limones and Caleb Adam scored more than 10 goals apiece for Fort Lupton this season.

Eagle Ridge Academy (6-7-2) hits the road for a first-round match against KIPP-Denver Collegiate School. The Warriors’ Hyunsoo Kim scored 11 of his team’s 32 goals this fall.

Tickets for the quarterfinals and semifinal rounds are available athttps://gofan.co/app/school/ CHSAA. The finals will be at Switchbacks Weidner Field in Colorado Springs. Tickets will be available through SeatGeek.

Local first-round matches include: Class 5A: First-round games are Wednesday, Oct. 25; times to be announced.

Lakewood @ Legacy (the winner faces either Liberty of Rock Canyon in the second round; Horizon @ Regis (the winner gets either Cherry Creek or Heritage in the second round); Mountain Vista @ Fairview (the winner fakes on either Denver East or Doherty in the next round); Valor Christian @ Cherokee Trail; Adams City @ Fossil Ridge (the winner gets either Ralston Valley or Denver South in the second round); ThunderRidge @ PIne Creek (the winner faces either Legend or Rocky Mountain in the second round)

Class 4A First-round games are Thursday, Oct. 26; times to be announced.

Golden @ Longmont (the winner gets either Battle Mountain or Mullen in the second round); Skyview @ Skyline (the winner faces either Niwot or Pueblo Central in the next round) Class 3A First-round games are Wednesday, Oct. 25; times to be announced.

Stargate School @ Fort Lupton (winner gets either Frontier Academy or Prospect Ridge Academy in the next round); Eagle Ridge Academy @ KIPP-Denver Collegiate (the winner gets either Forge Christian or Aurora West Prep in the second round)

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Frederick QB leads state in offense for Class 3A Through 9 weeks, the junior Quarterback Gavin Ishmael sits atop the heap

BY STEVE SMITH SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

If you peruse the stats for Class 3A football players, you’ll find the name of Frederick High School’s Gavin Ishmael in a couple of places.

One is passing. Through eight games, he threw for 2,092 yards, an average of 261.5 yards per game and enough to put him atop the numbers heap in class 3A football, according to MaxPreps.

He also ran for more than 500 yards this season. When you add the two figures, Ishmael is leading the pack in total offense at almost 2,600 total yards.

What’s more, Ishmael is only a junior.

“My season has been going very well,” he said. “There’s definitely been some ups and downs. But I’ve learned so much, and I’ve been able to grow my play style in many ways.”

Part of the reason for those numbers is a change in philosophy from veteran coach Matt Loyd, who is in his second year with the Golden Ea-

gles after stints at Ralston Valley and Golden high schools.

There wasn’t a lot of time for Loyd to do much more than install a runheavy offense last year.

“Coming into this year, our coach was able to install a spread offense,” Ishmael said. “Even though we ran a lot last season, Coach Loyd was able to see my abilities with the passing game. So, this off-season, he developed the offense to fit me and the team.”

Ishamel, whose desire was to be a quarterback, saw his on-field role increase twofold. There was more emphasis on passing, and Ishmael was named one of the team captains.

“Coach Loyd has been able to do so much more in his second year as well, which has really benefited the school and me,” the quarterback said.

The stats surprised even him.

“To be honest, I didn’t even think about stats before the season. I was more focused on just knowing my assignments and jobs in the offense,” Ishmael said. “As a player, I’m always going to do everything I can to put the team in the best position to win games. But I am proud to be able to accomplish those numbers.”

But, Ishmael said, stats don’t tell the entire story.

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I love this game and I’m extremely blessed to play it.”

Ishmael is drawing some interest from colleges. He’s not looking for a specific school, but “more of an overall connection where I can really be invested and connected to the coaching staff and the team.”

He’s paid visits to the University of Wyoming, the University of Utah and Colorado Mesa University. That’s in addition to the regular camps and showcases he’s frequented.

Frederick split its first eight games this season to move to 4-4.

“The team’s goal is always to go as far as we can, and my goals are to be able to lead this team as far as I possibly can on and off the field,” Ishmael said. “I want to continue to work with Coach Loyd and all our staff to develop my skills, football IQ and increase my strength and agility.”

There’s one more personal goal for Ishmael: to enjoy the season and not miss what’s in front of him.

Frederick quarterback Gavin Ishmael currently leads the Class 3A football teams in total offense and passing yards through eight weeks of play. The Golden Eagles are 4-4 through eight COURTESY PHOTO weeks.

“I want to take it all in and make sure to enjoy it at the moment,” he said. “I would also like to thank God for all of His amazing blessings and for allowing me to be in this position. I also wanna thank Coach Loyd for being a great coach, all of our coaches and staff as well as my team, our community and my family who mean the world to me. I’m truly blessed.”

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BRYAN LAURA CHRISTINE 10/17/23 150.00 COCREATE COEVOLVE LLC 10/17/23 600.00 CODE 4 SECURITY SERVICES LLC 10/17/23 535.80 PUFFENBERGER IAN JAMES 10/17/23 3,075.00 COCREATE COEVOLVE LLC 10/18/23 150.00 MAINTENANCE CHEF LLC 10/18/23 19,860.39 SKAGGS PUBLIC SAFETY UNIFORM & 10/18/23 1,831.00 CINA & CINA FORENSIC CONSULTIN 10/20/23 27,500.00 CORRIDOR CREATIVE ARTS LEAGUE 10/20/23 298.88 FUZION FIELD SERVICES LLC 10/20/23 1,052.80 SANITY SOLUTIONS INC 10/20/23 57,581.59 SECURITAS SECURITY SERVICES US 10/20/23 7,154.42 SECURITAS SECURITY SERVICES US 10/20/23 6,580.21 SECURITAS SECURITY SERVICES US 10/20/23 7,291.17 SECURITAS SECURITY SERVICES US 10/20/23 7,139.64 SECURITAS SECURITY SERVICES US 10/20/23 7,278.77 SECURITAS SECURITY SERVICES US 10/20/23 84,783.20 TRACK GROUP INC 10/20/23 9,517.20 TRANSFORMATION POINT INC 10/20/23 150.00 VONAGE BUSINESS INC 10/20/23 27,049.87 WELLPOWER 10/20/23 19,248.21 RECZSOUND LLC 10/17/23 1,400.00 ADAMS COUNTY SHERIFF 10/19/23 870.08 AFLAC GROUP INSURANCE 10/19/23 29,789.03 DEEP ROCK WATER 10/19/23 42.12 KAISER PERMANENTE 10/19/23 5,309.94 MEDRANO ANDRES 10/19/23 1,000.00 TRINITY SERVICES GROUP INC 10/19/23 3,387.15 7273 E 96TH AVE LLC 10/19/23 66.00 A & A LANGUAGES LLC 10/19/23 970.00 AAPEX LEGAL SERVICES LLC 10/19/23 79.25 AB LITIGATION SERVICES 10/19/23 92.77 ABC LEGAL SERVICES 10/19/23 38.00 ADAMS COUNTY COMMUNICATION CEN 10/19/23 408,870.70 ALTITUDE COMMUNITY LAW 10/19/23 38.00 ANDERSON, CASSANDRA M 10/19/23 303.39 ANM 10/19/23 1,594.08 AT&T MOBILITY LLC 10/19/23 531.28 BAYAUD ENTERPRISES INC 10/19/23 40.00 BENSON CHAD M 10/19/23 19.00 BRANDED IMAGE APPAREL 10/19/23 91.00 BRIGHTON CITY OF (WATER) 10/19/23 3,212.66 CARDENAS-AVITIA HERIBERTO 10/19/23 19.00 CDW GOVERNMENT 10/19/23 21,120.00 CDW GOVERNMENT INC 10/19/23 8,034.00 CHACON QUINTANA ADRIAN 10/19/23 19.00 CINTAS CORPORATION NO 2 10/19/23 369.56 CINTAS FIRST AID & SAFETY 10/19/23 238.00 COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA 10/19/23 52,220.00 CONCRETE PRIDE LLC 10/19/23 11,500.00 CONTRERAS LAIZA 10/19/23 175.00 COPYCO QUALITY PRINTING INC 10/19/23 7,099.50 CREATIVE LAW NETWORK LLC 10/19/23 2,239.58 CUSHING TERRELL 10/19/23 1,661.87 DHISPANOS INC 10/19/23 19.00 DOCUMENT SERVICES PLUS LLC 10/19/23 45.00 EASTERN ADAMS COUNTY METROPOLI 10/19/23 845.30 ENTRAVISION COMMUNICATIONS 10/19/23 11,506.72 FLORES JOE 10/19/23 20.00 GALLS LLC 10/19/23 40,806.99 GEO JOBE GIS CONSULTING 10/19/23 5,500.00 GIRO AUTO SALES 10/19/23 19.00 GONZALES MONIQUE 10/19/23 19.00 GOSERVE LLC 10/19/23 19.00 GPS SERVERS LLC 10/19/23 57.00 HART JULIE 10/19/23 143.55 HILLYARD - DENVER 10/19/23 279.45 HUNTER JOHANNA 10/19/23 500.00 HURDELBRINK JULIA 10/19/23 419.20 IDEXX DISTRIBUTION INC 10/19/23 705.34 JANEWAY LAW FIRM PC 10/19/23 66.00 JOHNSON MUFFLY AND DAUSTER 10/19/23 66.00 KANE RYAN 10/19/23 50.00 KELLOND MICHELLE 10/19/23 19.00 KING SOOPERS #92 10/19/23 50.00 KUSA 10/19/23 6,620.00 LANGUAGELINE SOLUTIONS 10/19/23 697.45 LEVERSEE THOMAS F LCSW 10/19/23 200.00 LEXIS NEXIS MATTHEW BENDER 10/19/23 2,560.38 LEXISNEXIS RISK SOLUTIONS 10/19/23 200.00 MACLIN CHANDRANN 10/19/23 66.00 MARTINEZ AVILA MIRNA F 10/19/23 19.00

MAZE AMANDA 10/19/23 494.10 MEJIA CLAROS DORIS 10/19/23 19.00 MILLER COHEN PETERSON YOUNG 10/19/23 19.00 MITCHELL ANNETTE 10/19/23 38.00 MORGAN COUNTY REA 10/19/23 227.66 MURRAY PAUL 10/19/23 50.00 MUWANES FRAIH 10/19/23 66.00 MWI ANIMAL HEALTH 10/19/23 4,877.41 NORTH PECOS WATER & SANITATION 10/19/23 46.30 NORTH WASHINGTON ST WATER & SA 10/19/23 14,509.31 OLAGUE SANTIAGO 10/19/23 66.00 OLSON AMY LOUISE 10/19/23 19.00 ONENECK IT SOLUTIONS LLC 10/19/23 1,228.36 OPEN TEXT INC 10/19/23 971.00 PAPPAS JIM GEORGE 10/19/23 66.00 PIPER COMMUNICATION SERVICES I 10/19/23 6,292.00 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACADE 10/19/23 5,000.00 PROFESSIONAL PIPE SERVICES 10/19/23 290,048.96 RAMIREZ MARLENA NICOLE 10/19/23 19.00 REPUBLIC SERVICES #535 10/19/23 325.50 RODRIGUEZ ALAN 10/19/23 19.00 SHRESTHA RUPA 10/19/23 19.00 SOBIL JEFFREY DAVID 10/19/23 19.00 SOTO TAVIZON ERNESTO 10/19/23 19.00 SPEEDPRO NORTHGLENN 10/19/23 228.51 STATE OF COLORADO 10/19/23 687.54 STATE OF COLORADO 10/19/23 3.06 STATE OF COLORADO 10/19/23 30.47 STRASBURG SANITATION 10/19/23 1,589.55 SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE LLC 10/19/23 9,570.27 SWEEP STAKES UNLIMITED 10/19/23 55.00 SWEEP STAKES UNLIMITED 10/19/23 55.00 SWEEP STAKES UNLIMITED 10/19/23 35.00 SWEEP STAKES UNLIMITED 10/19/23 45.00 SWEETWATER COUNTY ATTORNEY 10/19/23 19.00 TECHNO RESCUE LLC 10/19/23 1,832.22 THE MOORE LAW GROUP 10/19/23 19.00 TOP HAT FILE AND SERVE INC 10/19/23 19.00 UKG KRONOS SYSTEMS LLC 10/19/23 88,891.08 UNITED POWER (UNION REA) 10/19/23 584.94 UNITED POWER (UNION REA) 10/19/23 205.74 UNITED POWER (UNION REA) 10/19/23 64.35 UPS 10/19/23 800.00 VECTOR DISEASE CONTROL INTERNA 10/19/23 62,922.50 VIGIL MATTIE JO 10/19/23 19.00 VILLA SYMONE ERNESTINE 10/19/23 19.00 WERNER W ELIZABETH 10/19/23 22.53 WINDSTREAM COMMUNICATIONS 10/19/23 2,309.85 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 55.88 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 6,147.48 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 6,101.49 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 229.17 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 67.25 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 83.63 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 147.26 RECENDEZ HERNAN 10/19/23 200.00 ALPINE EMERGENCY MEDICINE LLC 10/19/23 767.82 ADAMS COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES 10/19/23 1,048.13 ARELLANO RACHEL K 10/19/23 200.10 CAMPBELL MATT 10/19/23 394.34 CINTAS CORPORATION NO 2 10/19/23 369.56 CITY OF THORNTON RISK MANAGEME 10/19/23 52.25 COLO DIST ATTORNEY COUNCIL 10/19/23 6,720.00 FULL SPEED AUTOMOTIVE 10/19/23 300.00 HOUSE OXFORD LUANA 10/19/23 650.00 KUKLA HANNAH 10/19/23 465.40 LANGUAGELINE SOLUTIONS 10/19/23 487.81 LEVERSEE THOMAS F LCSW 10/19/23 160.00 MILE HIGH FLEA MARKET 10/19/23 50.00 POWER DOCTOR 10/19/23 103.01 RALPH LAUREN CALL CENTER AND W 10/19/23 458.00 Fund Total 1,442,531.28 Capital Facilities Fund SAUNDERS CONSTRUCTION INC ROTH SHEPPARD ARCHITECTS CUSHING TERRELL Essenza Architecture Fund Total

10/18/23 74,734.92 10/20/23 9,150.00 10/19/23 2,330.15 10/19/23 39,131.50 125,346.57

Golf Course Enterprise Fund PROFESSIONAL RECREATION MGMT I ALSCO AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL INTERSTATE BATTERY OF ROCKIES REPUBLIC SERVICES #535 UNITED POWER (UNION REA) UNITED POWER (UNION REA)

10/17/23 85,797.95 10/19/23 78.19 10/19/23 459.33 10/19/23 1,068.42 10/19/23 29.41 10/19/23 2,858.68

UNITED POWER (UNION REA) UNITED POWER (UNION REA) UNITED POWER (UNION REA) UNITED POWER (UNION REA) UNITED POWER (UNION REA) XCEL ENERGY XCEL ENERGY Fund Total

10/19/23 10/19/23 10/19/23 10/19/23 10/19/23 10/19/23 10/19/23

3,633.76 3,854.96 955.98 30.64 39.98 50.60 636.27 99,494.17

Equipment Service Fund POMPS TIRE SERVICE INC ALSCO L L JOHNSON DIST SAM HILL OIL INC Fund Total

10/18/23 12,610.31 10/19/23 1,503.39 10/19/23 92,451.86 10/19/23 151,575.41 258,140.97

Stormwater Utility Fund HYLAND HILLS PARK AND RECREATI 10/19/23 5,000.00 UTILO LLC 10/19/23 6,630.00 Fund Total 11,630.00 Road & Bridge Fund HEI CIVIL 10/17/23 1,253,080.35 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPAN 10/19/23 1,313.50 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPAN 10/19/23 40,893.50 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPAN 10/19/23 31,674.00 ARVADA CITY OF 10/20/23 25,579.91 AURORA CITY OF 10/20/23 412,289.97 BENNETT TOWN OF 10/20/23 19,825.39 BRIGHTON CITY OF 10/20/23 207,053.73 COMMERCE CITY CITY OF 10/20/23 417,364.23 FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF 10/20/23 42,930.22 NORTHGLENN CITY OF 10/20/23 112,415.36 THORNTON CITY OF 10/20/23 452,690.31 WESTMINSTER CITY OF 10/20/23 232,926.34 ALFRED BENESCH & CO 10/19/23 33,584.50 AYRES ASSOCIATES INC 10/19/23 14,733.12 BRANNAN SAND & GRAVEL COMPANY 10/19/23 2,459,912.13 ROCKSOL CONSULTING GROUP INC 10/19/23 228,427.32 SHORT ELLIOTT HENDRICKSON INC 10/19/23 8,897.00 THE SPEAR GROUP LLC 10/19/23 8,160.00 UNITED POWER (UNION REA) 10/19/23 48.28 UNITED POWER (UNION REA) 10/19/23 20.00 UNITED POWER (UNION REA) 10/19/23 20.31 UNITED POWER (UNION REA) 10/19/23 1.76 UNITED POWER (UNION REA) 10/19/23 2.68 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 13.22 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 79.39 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 66.49 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 17.15 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 96.72 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 104.51 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 71.50 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 26.44 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 13.22 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 90.95 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 61.32 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 46,645.55 XCEL ENERGY 10/19/23 5,572.66 Fund Total 6,056,703.03 Insurance Fund NEW YOU CREW NUTRITION AND FIT 10/17/23 2,390.00 TALX CORPORATION 10/17/23 1,861.25 TRISTAR RISK MANAGEMENT 10/17/23 425.00 UNITED HEALTH CARE INSURANCE C 10/17/23 314,271.50 DELTA DENTAL OF COLO 10/20/23 102,761.02 NAPA AUTO PARTS 10/20/23 953.22 TRISTAR RISK MANAGEMENT 10/20/23 30,000.00 UNITED HEALTH CARE INSURANCE C 10/20/23 240,897.71 DELTA DENTAL OF COLORADO 10/19/23 8,097.80 FIRST AMERICAN ADMINISTRATORS 10/19/23 1,169.97 CA SHORT COMPANY 10/19/23 11,828.50 CAREHERE LLC 10/19/23 2,154.92 ENVIROSPEC LLC 10/19/23 805.00 ROCKY MOUNTAIN RESERVE LLC 10/19/23 1,167.75 MARATHON HEALTH LLC 10/19/23 87,507.94 Fund Total 806,291.58 Open Space Sales Tax Fund BRANDED IMAGE APPAREL Fund Total

10/19/23

36.00 36.00

Head Start Fund ALL SECURE LOCK SERVICE LLC B C INTERIORS CENTURY LINK CENTURY LINK CHILDRENS HOSPITAL CHILDRENS HOSPITAL COMMUNITY REACH CENTER FOUNDAT DFA DAIRY BRANDS CORPORATE LLC GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN CHURCH HOLADOCTOR INC L & N SUPPLY COMPANY INC MY LINGUISTIC SOLUTIONS LLC OPEN TEXT INC STERLING BUILDS INC SYSCO DENVER US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE US FOODSERVICE WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURC WESTMINSTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS Fund Total

10/19/23 36,347.82 10/19/23 2,219.21 10/19/23 214.37 10/19/23 152.26 10/19/23 1,815.38 10/19/23 1,699.50 10/19/23 12,380.00 10/19/23 3,501.07 10/19/23 6,600.25 10/19/23 301.51 10/19/23 1,978.00 10/19/23 791.25 10/19/23 194.20 10/19/23 6,641.00 10/19/23 3,723.66 10/19/23 2,069.42 10/19/23 3,227.96 10/19/23 918.27 10/19/23 2,218.42 10/19/23 605.27 10/19/23 2,428.78 10/19/23 646.70 10/19/23 2,705.34 10/19/23 735.96 10/19/23 2,320.16 10/19/23 1,023.64 10/19/23 1,984.94 10/19/23 2,890.83 10/19/23 3,000.00 105,335.17

Comm Services Blk Grant Fund GROWING HOME INC PROJECT ANGEL HEART VANMARTER TASHA Fund Total

10/19/23 8,064.27 10/19/23 14,688.80 10/19/23 1,629.53 24,382.60

Workforce & Business Center ADAMS COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES AGILITY 11 UNIVERSITY OF DENVER WITY GREELEY PROPERTY Fund Total

10/19/23 75.65 10/19/23 1,190.00 10/19/23 10,316.00 10/19/23 1,100.00 12,681.65

Colorado Air & Space Port ADT COMMERCIAL LLC FUZION FIELD SERVICES LLC GARVER LLC GMSTEK LLC ALBERTS WATER & WASTEWATER SER AT&T CORP JVIATION, A WOOLPERT COMPANY ROYAL ELECTRIC COMPANY SOUTH PARK EMBROIDERY TWS AVIATION FUEL SYSTEMS Fund Total

10/18/23 2,099.00 10/20/23 511.50 10/20/23 41,348.80 10/20/23 4,386.07 10/19/23 3,419.00 10/19/23 116.21 10/19/23 17,511.83 10/19/23 3,600.00 10/19/23 911.00 10/19/23 7,286.44 81,189.85

Public Health Department Fund SANOFL PASTEUR INC 10/17/23 1,479.20 2ND MOLAR PROPERTIES LLC 10/18/23 3,779.16 R&S NORTHEAST LLC 10/20/23 847.97 SANOFL PASTEUR INC 10/20/23 2,773.50 COMPREHENSIVE FAMILY MEDICINE 10/19/23 2,050.48 OFFICESCAPES OF DENVER LLC 10/19/23 17,848.80 SAFE SOFTWARE INC 10/19/23 3,350.00 UNITED POWER (UNION REA) 10/19/23 198.17 WORK OPTIONS 10/19/23 492.06 Fund Total 32,819.34 FLATROCK Facility Fund KENNY ELECTRIC SERVICE INC Fund Total

10/19/23

Grand Total

9,410.00 9,410.00

9,065,992.21

Legal Notice No.: NTS3083 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

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Public Notices Legals Public Trustees

and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Winecki #34861 Janeway Law Firm PC 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-028117

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202380033

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.

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

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202380030

On August 17, 2023, 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.

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

Original Grantor(s) Jose R Mier Ortiz Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt MIDFIRST BANK Date of Deed of Trust February 20, 2018 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 21, 2018 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2018000014497 Original Principal Amount $325,004.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $310,770.91 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. LOTS 3 AND 4, BLOCK 11, PETERSON SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 16060 E 35TH PL, AURORA, CO 80011.

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, 12/20/2023, 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 10/26/2023 Last Publication 11/23/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/17/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number

On August 15, 2023, 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) RENEW ROOFING AND PAVING LLC, MICHAEL JOSEPH STEVENS JR., AND CHARLIE ANTHONY LOPEZ Original Beneficiary(ies) RAM AUTO REPAIR INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt RAM AUTO REPAIR INC. Date of Deed of Trust February 28, 2022 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 02, 2022 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2022000019377 Original Principal Amount $990,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $928,061.89 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 1, JERRY WALSH SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 210 Great Western Road, 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, 12/13/2023, 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.

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: James G. Ridgeway #020959 Huntington C. Brown & Associates LLC 1512 Larimer St., Suite 600, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 830-0808 Attorney File # 80030 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. A202379882

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

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;

On May 16, 2023, 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.

DATE: 05/16/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

Original Grantor(s) Bret A. Baker and Delores R. Baker Original Beneficiary(ies) Rio Grande Mortgage Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-8 Date of Deed of Trust April 14, 2004 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 20, 2004 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 20040420000254850 Original Principal Amount $229,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $248,493.03

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Heather Deere #28597 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # CO21741

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 East 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 12, Township 1 South, Range 67 West, of the 6th P.M., Except that part described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of said East 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 12; thence South along the West line of the said East 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, 194 feet; thence Southeasterly to a point which is 238 feet South and 209 feet East of the Northwest corner of said East 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence North 238 feet to the North line of said East 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4; thence West along the North line of said East 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4; 209 feet to the True Point of Beginning, Parcel B: That part of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Township 1 South, Range 67 West of the 6th P.M., lying South of Colorado State Highway No. 7; Except the West 209 feet thereof, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 12420 E. 160th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80602.

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

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;

NOTICE OF SALE

DATE: 08/15/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

12/20/2023, 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.

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. A202380013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 1, 2023, 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) ROBERT K. MARESCA AND DAVID A. KORVER AND JENNY L. MARESCA Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR WRT FINANCIAL LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 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 Date of Deed of Trust March 30, 2004 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 06, 2004 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 20040406000195990 Original Principal Amount $153,400.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $99,785.60 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 8, MEADOWLARK SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

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, 11/29/2023, 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 10/5/2023 Last Publication 11/2/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/01/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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: Ryan Bourgeois #51088 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000009844697 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. A202380014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 1, 2023, 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) Charlene M. Zavishlak and Narcy J. Zavishlak Original Beneficiary(ies) U.S. Bank National Association Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust December 03, 2013 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 03, 2014 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2014000006938 Original Principal Amount $42,857.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $42,557.00 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. SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ADAMS, AND STATE OF COLORADO, TO WIT:

Also known by street and number as: 2531 WEST 105TH PLACE, WESTMINSTER, CO 80234.

LOT 10, BLOCK 9, PERL-MACK MANOR FOURTEENTH FILING, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO

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.

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

Also known by street and number as: 461 W 71st Ave, Denver, CO 80221-3003.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday,

NOTICE OF SALE

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

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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, 11/29/2023, 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 10/5/2023 Last Publication 11/2/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/01/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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 # CO22087 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. A202380007 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 1, 2023, 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 A. SOLANO Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR LOANDEPOT.COM, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt LOANDEPOT.COM, LLC Date of Deed of Trust July 07, 2019 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 25, 2019 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2019000058853 Original Principal Amount $246,489.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $232,349.29 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 17 AND 18, EXCEPT THE REAR 8 FEET THEREOF, BLOCK 29, NEW ENGLAND HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2224 FLORENCE ST, AURORA, CO 80010.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY EN-

CUMBERED 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, 11/29/2023, 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 10/5/2023 Last Publication 11/2/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/01/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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: Ryan Bourgeois #51088 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000009853284 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. A202380009 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 1, 2023, 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) Levi Reiswig AND Maria Reiswig Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR GREENPOINT MORTGAGE FUNDING, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION , as Trustee for Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, MLMI Series 2006-A4 Date of Deed of Trust March 17, 2006 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 27, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 20060327000306160 Original Principal Amount $166,250.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $123,606.70 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 3, PERL-MACK MANOR THIRTEENTH FILING, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as:

November 2, 2023No

2051 W 74th Ave, Denver, CO 80221.

OF COLORADO.

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

APN #: 1569-03-2-08-022

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, 11/29/2023, 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.

Also known by street and number as: 664 Hayloft Way, 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.

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THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 12/20/2023, 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.

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;

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DATE: 08/01/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

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;

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 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 20-025033 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. A202380040 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 29, 2023, 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) Christopher Andrew Ramos Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR PRIMARY RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust June 09, 2020 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust June 16, 2020 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2020000054001 Original Principal Amount $375,571.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $355,765.23 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.

DATE: 08/29/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-027882 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. A202380023 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 8, 2023, 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) Steve Henley 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 Freedom Mortgage Corporation Date of Deed of Trust February 22, 2021 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 11, 2021 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2021000029779 Original Principal Amount $210,145.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $203,925.04

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

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.

LOT 18, BLOCK 33, BRIGHTON EAST FARMS FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Lot 3, Block 4, Range View Subdivision Amended, County of Adams, State of Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 7710 Leyden Lane, 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, 12/06/2023, 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 10/12/2023 Last Publication 11/9/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/08/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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 # CO22155 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. A202380039 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 29, 2023, 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) XIL DU Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR COLORADO FINANCING PLUS, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, as Trustee for the benefit of the Freddie Mac Seasoned Loans Structured Transaction Trust, Series 2019-3 Date of Deed of Trust July 09, 2008 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 30, 2008 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2008000061365 Original Principal Amount $197,600.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $195,328.50 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

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of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 2, BLOCK 1, VILLAGES NORTH SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

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.

Also known by street and number as: 9270 HARRISON STREET, THORNTON, CO 80229.

LOT 9, BLOCK 83, SHAW HEIGHTS, SEVENTH FILING, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO

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

Also known by street and number as: 8391 Quigley St, Westminster, CO 80031.

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, 12/20/2023, 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 10/26/2023 Last Publication 11/23/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/29/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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: Ryan Bourgeois #51088 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000009832643 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. A202380046 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 29, 2023, 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) Kevin J Sheehan Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for United Wholesale Mortgage, LLC, Its Successors and Assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt United Wholesale Mortgage, LLC Date of Deed of Trust December 17, 2021 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 28, 2021 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2021000150228 Original Principal Amount $309,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $304,863.56 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are

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, 12/20/2023, 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 10/26/2023 Last Publication 11/23/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/29/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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-23-964784-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. A202380006 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 27, 2023, 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) Dale Edward Hanks, single man Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for Advance Mortgage & Investment Company, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Home Point Financial Corporation Date of Deed of Trust November 23, 2021 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 07, 2021 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2021000142074 Original Principal Amount $264,250.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $259,843.17

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.

Original Principal Amount $341,499.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $339,129.81 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.

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2015000106931 Original Principal Amount $193,800.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $166,716.27

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

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.

Also known by street and number as: 8581 Adams Ct., Denver, CO 80229.

Lot 14, Block 3, Wyndemere Park Subdivision, County of Adams, State of Colorado.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

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

Also known by street and number as: 10602 Birch St, Thornton, CO 80233.

LOT 18, RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 132, BOSTON HEIGHTS 2ND FILING, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Lot 7, Block 1, Riverdale Farm Residential Subdivision 1st Filing, County of Adams, State of Colorado.

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, 11/29/2023, 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 10/5/2023 Last Publication 11/2/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 07/27/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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: Marcello G. Rojas #46396 The Sayer Law Group, P.C. 3600 South Beeler Street, Suite 330, Denver, CO 80237 (303) 353-2965 Attorney File # CO230060 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. A202380038 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 24, 2023, 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) David James Davey Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as beneficiary, as nominee for The Home Loan Arranger Current Holder of Evidence of Debt United Shore Financial Services, LLC d/b/a United Wholesale Mortgage Date of Deed of Trust September 25, 2019 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 01, 2019 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2019000083016

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, 12/20/2023, 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 10/26/2023 Last Publication 11/23/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/24/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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: Aricyn J. Dall #51467 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 22CO00160-2

Also known by street and number as: 2341 Iola St, Aurora, CO 80010.

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, 12/13/2023, 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 10/19/2023 Last Publication 11/16/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/10/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

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.

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 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 23-030606

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202380026

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.

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

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202380008

On August 10, 2023, 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.

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

Original Grantor(s) Christopher Worth Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR SUMMIT FUNDING, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt SUMMIT FUNDING, INC. Date of Deed of Trust December 22, 2015 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 23, 2015

On August 1, 2023, 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) Chris P Aragon 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 FLAGSTAR BANK NA Date of Deed of Trust March 16, 2021 County of Recording

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Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 23, 2021 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2021000035198 Original Principal Amount $188,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $184,742.37

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 16, BLOCK 29, OF BLOCKS 27, 28, 29 AND 29A OF THORNTON, COLORADO, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 1701 E 88th Avenue, 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, 11/29/2023, 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 10/5/2023 Last Publication 11/2/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/01/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 23-030545 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. A202380020 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 8, 2023, 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) Daniel J. Covillo and Sylvia F. Covillo Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Bank of America, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust September 25, 2003 County of Recording Adams

Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 07, 2003 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) C1220730 Original Principal Amount $201,370.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $193,687.07 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 1, BLOCK 4, HOLLY CROSSING SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 5, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 12205 Monaco Drive, 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, 12/06/2023, 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 10/12/2023 Last Publication 11/9/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/08/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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-23-963444-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. A202380022 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 8, 2023, 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) Mark Buchkowski and Lisa Bryant Buchkowski Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Lendage, LLC, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Cobalt Funds LLC Date of Deed of Trust November 19, 2021 County of Recording

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Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 30, 2021 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2021000138773 Original Principal Amount $96,200.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $95,998.92 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 39, BLOCK 2, CALAHAN SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7901 Pontiac St, Commerce City, CO 80022-1145.

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, 12/06/2023, 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 10/12/2023 Last Publication 11/9/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/08/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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 # CO21965 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. A202380035 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 22, 2023, 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) HECTOR ESPARZA HERNANDEZ 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 September 01, 2017 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 05, 2017 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2017000077464 Original Principal Amount $362,840.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $295,441.44 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, REUNION FILING NO. 14, CITY OF COMMERCE CITY, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 10228 URAVAN 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, 12/20/2023, 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 10/26/2023 Last Publication 11/23/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/22/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-027253 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. A202380045 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 29, 2023, 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) LSREF Golden Property 26 (CO), LLC, a limited liability company Original Beneficiary(ies)

CBRE Capital Markets, Inc., a corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas (“Trustee”), as Trustee for the registered holders of Wells Fargo Commercial Mortgage Securities, Inc. Multifamily Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2016-KS06 Date of Deed of Trust December 12, 2014 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 16, 2014 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2014000088000 Original Principal Amount $29,120,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $27,676,054.35 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 OF LAND Parcel I: A portion of Lot 2, Block 3, Webster Lake Subdivision - Third Filing, being a part of the Southeast One-Quarter of Section 3, Township 2 South, Range 68 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, Adams County, Colorado, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Berg Tract No. 2 a subdivision of a part of said Southeast One-Quarter; thence South 89°34’30” East on an assumed bearing along the North line of said Berg Tract No. 2 and the Easterly extension of said North line a distance of 559.32 feet to a point; thence North 00°41’45” West a distance of 215.66 feet to the true point of beginning; Thence North 00°41’45” West a distance of 407.83 feet to a point on the South line of Washington Park, a subdivision of a part of said Southeast One-Quarter; thence North 89°37’15” West along said South line of Washington Park a distance of 475.81 feet to a point on the Easterly right of way line of the Farmers Highline Canal; thence along said Easterly right of way line as follows: South 23°43’00” East, 139.30 feet; South 05°39’00” East, 190.07 feet; South 26°13’55” West, 101.36 feet to a point 215.66 feet North of said North line of Berg Tract No. 2; thence south 89°34’30” East along a line parallel with said North line of Berg Tract No. 2, a distance of 450.83 feet to the True Point of Beginning, County of Adams, State of Colorado.

Parcel 2: Non-exclusive easement for ingress and egress and utilities over a portion of Lot 1, Block 3 Webster Lake Subdivision - Third Filing, recorded September 13, 1977 at Reception No. 92881 described as that certain 25 foot driveway and utility easement as shown on said plat, County of Adams, State of Colorado.

More particularly described as follows: A parcel of land being 12.50 feet on each side of the following described centerline: Beginning at a point on the easterly line of the above described parcel, thence the southeast corner of said parcel bears S 00°41’45” E a distance of 78.30 feet; thence N 89° 18’15” E a distance of 288.56 feet to the point of terminus.

Also known by street and number as: .

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,

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12/20/2023, 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.

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.

COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 14330 Emporia Street, Brighton, CO 80602.

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

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 1, BLOCK 4, COUNTRY HILLS SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 4, AMENDMENT NO. 1, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 13102 Bellaire Drive, Thornton, CO 80241.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE OF SALE

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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.

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.

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;

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 12/20/2023, 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.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 12/13/2023, 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.

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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;

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: 08/29/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

DATE: 08/15/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

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;

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 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-028500

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: INMAN TEHRANI #44076 HOLST & TEHRANI, LLP PO BOX 298, 514 KIMBARK STREET, LONGMONT, CO 80502-0298 (303) 772-6666 Attorney File # 80031

DATE: 08/31/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

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.

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. A202380031

COMBINED NOTICE RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202379804

DATE: 08/29/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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: Craig M. J. Allely #17546 Perkins Coie LLP 1900 16th St., Ste 1400, DENVER, CO 80202-5255 (303) 291-2300 Attorney File # 154125035.1 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. A202380042 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 29, 2023, 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 $83,460.73 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.

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 15, 2023, 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) Bruce Winsett Original Beneficiary(ies) Credit Union of Denver Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Credit Union of Denver Date of Deed of Trust May 28, 2015 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust June 05, 2015 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2015000042675 Original Principal Amount $110,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $81,561.65 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 1, HAWK RIDGE SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF

Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date.

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 31, 2023, 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) Paul G Hardy and Stephanie J Hardy Original Beneficiary(ies) Colorado Mortgage Alliance, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt US Bank Trust National Association, Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely As Owner Trustee For VRMTG Asset Trust Date of Deed of Trust June 28, 2007 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 10, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2007000066224 Original Principal Amount $190,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $228,359.46 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 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, 12/20/2023, 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.

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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-22-899744-LL

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 15, BLOCK 26, OF BLOCKS 25, 25A AND 26 THORNTON, COLORADO, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 1980 Cedar Court, 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, 12/20/2023, 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 10/26/2023 Last Publication 11/23/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/22/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, Public Trustee in and for the County of Adams, State of Colorado By: Treasurer and Public Trustee

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.

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 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-022795

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202380036

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.

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

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. A202380012

On August 22, 2023, 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.

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

Original Grantor(s) Jose Carlos Sandoval 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 April 20, 2018 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 24, 2018 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2018000032641 Original Principal Amount $289,656.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $239,673.41 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

On August 1, 2023, 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) DANNY A FAHRENKRUG Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR LAND HOME FINANICAL SERVICES, INC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Date of Deed of Trust August 21, 2015 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 28, 2015 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2015000072084 Original Principal Amount $203,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $224,550.96 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

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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.

Original Principal Amount $493,828.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $479,207.31

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

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.

LOT 22, BLOCK 18, CONCORD FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. **Pursuant to Loan Modification Agreement recorded January 25, 2023 at Reception No. 2023000004406 Also known by street and number as: 12245 GRAPE STREET, 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, 11/29/2023, 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 10/5/2023 Last Publication 11/2/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/01/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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: Ryan Bourgeois #51088 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000009849639 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. A202380034 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 22, 2023, 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 A. Ronquillo Barron and Leslie Gurrola Perez Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”) as nominee for KBHS Home Loans, LLC., 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 February 24, 2021 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 26, 2021 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2021000023762

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 20, BLOCK 17, PAINTED PRAIRIE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, RECORDED AUGUST 8, 2018 AS RECEPTION NO. 2018000064155, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 5917 N Orleans Street, 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, 12/20/2023, 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 10/26/2023 Last Publication 11/23/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/22/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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-23-959546-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. A202380021 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 8, 2023, 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) Peggy L Calhoun Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR Advisors Mortgage Group, L.L.C., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC Date of Deed of Trust December 22, 2021 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust

January 06, 2022 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2022000001720 Original Principal Amount $615,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $186,515.99 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: This is a Home Equity Conversion Deed of Trust or other Reverse Mortgage. Borrower has died and the property is not the principal residence of any surviving Borrower, resulting in the loan being due and payable.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 10, BLOCK 127, GIFFORDS RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 126-127, BOSTON HEIGHTS, SECOND FILING, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. A.P.N.: 0182335213010 **PURSUANT TO AFFIDAVIT OF SCRIVENER’S ERROR RECORDED ON AUGUST 2, 2023 AT RECEPTION NO. 2023000044126 TO CORRECT LEGAL DESCRIPTION.

Neuvoe Inc Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF2 ACQUISITION TRUST Date of Deed of Trust November 02, 2007 County of Recording Adams Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 13, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2007000105485 Original Principal Amount $215,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $205,323.93 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.

Also known by street and number as: 2300 Kenton Street, Aurora, CO 80010.

LOT 4, BLOCK 2, FOXTON VILLAGE, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

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

Also known by street and number as: 14142 E 102nd Pl, Commerce City, CO 80022.

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, 12/06/2023, 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 10/12/2023 Last Publication 11/9/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/08/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 23-030550 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. A202380041 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 29, 2023, 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) Crispin Diyon Holefield Original Beneficiary(ies)

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, 12/20/2023, 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 10/26/2023 Last Publication 11/23/2023 Name of PublicationNorthglenn-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: 08/29/2023 Alexander L. Villagran, 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 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 23-030614 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 Pursuant to the Colorado Beer Code, Anita Meat Market LLC, 12929 Washington Street, Thornton, CO 80241, and Yulaguy Torres Morales, 12929 Washington Street, Thornton, CO 80241 DBA Anita Meat Market, 2683 E. 120th Avenue, Suite 2A, Thornton, CO 80233, have

requested the Thornton Local Licensing Authority (LLA) to grant a Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License to sell fermented malt beverages for consumption off-premises.

Hearing on the application received 9/25/2023, will be held before the LLA on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in the Thornton City Hall Council Chambers, 9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton, CO, 80229. At said time and place, any interested persons may appear to be heard for or against the granting of this license. Petitions and remonstrances may be filed in the office of the City Clerk at the Thornton City Hall, 9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton, CO, 80229.

By Order of the LLA (Liquor and Beer) Crystal Sergent, Deputy City Clerk Legal Notice No. NTS3082 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice

BY AUTHORITY ORDINANCE NO. 4218 COUNCILLOR’S BILL NO. 46 SERIES OF 2023 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS DeMott, Emmons A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE RE-ZONING PROPERTY AT 7255 IRVING STREET FROM B1 BUSINESS DISTRICT TO PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AND AMENDING THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY Whereas, the owner (“Owner”) of certain property within the City known as Midland Lofts, consisting of 1.06 acres located generally at 7255 Irving Street, as shown in Exhibit A and described in Exhibit B, attached hereto and incorporated herein (the “Property”), submitted an application to the City (the “Application”) to rezone the Property from B1 Business zoning district to the Planned Unit Development (“PUD”) zoning district, in accordance with Section 11-5-14, W.M.C., and for a concomitant amendment to the Westminster Zoning Map (the “Zoning Map”); and Whereas, on August, 22, 2023, after notice complying with Section 11-5-13(A), W.M.C., the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the Application and recommended approval of the requested rezoning and Zoning Map amendment; and Whereas, notice of the public hearing before the City Council has been provided and certified by the Owner in compliance with Section 11-5-13(A), W.M.C.; and Whereas, the City Council, having considered the recommendation of the Planning Commission, has completed a public hearing and has accepted and considered oral and written testimony on the requested rezoning and Zoning Map amendment; and Whereas, the City Council finds that the Owner has met its burden of proving that the requested rezoning and Zoning Map amendment will further the public good and will meet the overall purpose and intent of the Westminster Comprehensive Plan and Section 11-5-14, W.M.C., particularly as the proposed development is compatible and harmonious with existing public and private development in the surrounding area.

THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS: Section 1. The City Council hereby approves the requested rezoning and Zoning Map amendment and authorizes City staff to make the necessary changes to the Westminster Zoning Map and the text thereof to show the designation of the Property as “Planned Unit Development.”

Section 2.If any section, paragraph, clause, word or any other part of this ordinance shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such part deemed unenforceable shall not affect any of the remaining provisions.

Section 3.This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after second reading.

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INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 9th day of October, 2023.

PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED this 23rd day of October, 2023.

Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM: City Attorney’s Office Legal Notice No. NTS3090 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window Public Notice REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS City of Thornton 9500 Civic Center Drive Thornton, CO 80229-4326 The City of Thornton is soliciting the following: 1. Citywide Bicycle/Pedestrian Trail Infrastructure Study and Preconstruction Activities, Project No. 23-112, CDOT Project No. ARPA M286 057 (25639) Request for Proposals, for Services.

Go to Thornton’s website at www.ThorntonCO. gov, click on “Business” and then “Contracts & Purchasing” for information on how to obtain the solicitation documents. Bidders/Proposers are required to acknowledge all addenda in their Bid/Proposal submittal, failure to do so may be considered non-responsive.

Posted on: www.ThorntonCO.gov and/or Contracts & Purchasing Bulletin Board.

Legal Notice No. NTS3099 First Advertisement: November 2, 2023 Second Advertisement: November 9, 2023 Third Advertisement: November 16, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice City of Westminster Summary of Proceedings Summary of proceedings of the Westminster City Council meeting of Monday, October 23, 2023.

Mayor McNally, Mayor Pro Tem DeMott, and Councillors Baker, Emmons, Ezeadi, Nurmela, and Seymour were present at roll call.

The minutes of the October 9, 2023, meeting was approved as written.

Council presented: A Proclamation for the City of Westminster’s Charter Anniversary; A Proclamation Honoring Michele Haney; Employee Service Awards; and Law Enforcement Records Personnel Week Proclamation.

Council held public hearings on the following: Public Hearing on the Official Development Plan for Uplands Filing 1, Block 2 Located at the Southeast Corner of Lowell Boulevard and Chestnut Lane; and Public Hearing on Rezoning of the Subject Property and Consideration of a Preliminary Development Plan and an Official Development Plan for the Orchard Estates Subdivision Planned Unit Development.

Council approved the following: Second Reading of the Proposed 2024 Budget and Associated City Council Actions to Adopt the 2024 Budget; Second Reading of Councillor’s Bill No. 46 Re: Rezoning for the Midland Lofts Planned Unit Development, Consideration of a Preliminary Development Plan, and an Official Development Plan for the Midland Lofts Planned Unit Development; Second Reading of Councillor’s Bill No. 50 Amending Chapter 24 of Title I, W.M.C., Concerning Personnel Management and First Reading of Councillor’s Bill No. 51 Amending Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 10, and 11 of Title III, W.M.C., Concerning Departments; Second Reading of Councillor’s Bill No. 52 Amending 1-7-2, W.M.C., Setting the Salary of the Presiding Municipal Court Judge for 2024; Quarterly Insurance Claims Report – July through September 2023; Award of 2024 Contract with Bloom Floralscapes, LLC for Landscape Maintenance Services; Revised Employment Agreement with Mark A. Freitag as City Manager; and Official Development Plan for Uplands Filing 1, Block 2 Located at the Southeast Corner of Lowell Boulevard and Chestnut Lane

Council adopted the following: Resolution No. 33 Regarding City Position on 2023 State Ballot Measure Proposition HH - Reduce Property Taxes and Retain State Revenue City Council passed on first reading: A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE AREA KNOWN AS ORCHARD ESTATES, CONTAINING 7.68 ACRES, LOCATED IN THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, TO PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT Purpose: The rezone of the Orchard Estates property from Open District to Planned Unit Development.

A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 22 OF TITLE I OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING OFFENSES; MUNICIPAL COURT Purpose: To update the Westminster Municipal Code to align with state laws and the Victim’s Rights Act so that the Municipal Court will be authorized to hear cases related to Domestic Violence.

A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1 OF TITLE VI OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING OFFENSES; GENERAL PROVISIONS Purpose: Purpose: To update the Westminster Municipal Code to align with state laws and the Victim’s Rights Act so that the Municipal Court will be authorized to hear cases related to Domestic Violence.

A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF TITLE VI OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING HARASSMENT Purpose: Purpose: To update the Westminster Municipal Code to align with state laws and the Victim’s Rights Act so that the Municipal Court will be authorized to hear cases related to Domestic Violence.

A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14 OF TITLE VI OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAM Purpose: Purpose: To update the Westminster Municipal Code to align with state laws and the Victim’s Rights Act so that the Municipal Court will be authorized to hear cases related to Domestic Violence.

There was no further business to come before the City Council, and the meeting adjourned at 9:51 p.m.

By Order of the Westminster City Council Abby Fitch, City Clerk Published in the Westminster Window Attachments: CB No. 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52 Legal Notice No. NTS3089 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window Public Notice

11701 Community Center Drive Northglenn, CO 80233 Legal Notice No. NTS3076 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – CITY COUNCIL Notice is hereby given to all interested persons that a public hearing will be held by the City Council of the City of Westminster on Monday, November 13, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at Westminster City Hall, located at 4800 West 92nd Avenue in Westminster, Colorado. The public has the option to attend in person or send in testimony in advance. See below for additional information.

The property owner of Lot 6A of the Mission Commons Commercial Subdivision, located on the northwest corner of 88th Avenue and Wadsworth Parkway, has filed an application to amend the Preliminary Development Plan to include “Outdoor Sports Recreation Courts” to the list of allowed uses.

City Council Action: City Council will approve or deny the Preliminary Development Plan Amendment for the property.

The City values public input on development applications. Testimony for the public hearing will be accepted: • By submitting written comments in advance; • By leaving verbal comments in advance; • By participating in person during the City Council Meeting; If you want to learn more about these options, please visit: https://www.westminsterco.gov/ Government/CityCouncil/ParticipateinMeetings If you want to view the City Council meeting agenda, agenda memo, and other materials for this meeting, they will be posted prior to the hearing at https://www.westminsterco.gov/agendas If you want to view the live meeting, it will be streamed live via the City’s traditional webcast at www.youtube.com/user/WestminsterCO/live.

If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact Stephanie Ashmann, Senior Planner, with the City of Westminster Community Development Department at sashmann@westminsterco.gov or 303-658-2104.

John McConnell, AICP Interim Planning Manager City of Westminster Legal Notice No. NTS3080 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window

LEGAL NOTICE

Public Notice

CASE NUMBER: Z-2-23

BY AUTHORITY

To Whom It May Concern: You are hereby notified that on Monday, November 27, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. a public hearing will be held by the Northglenn City Council at the City Council Chambers of the City of Northglenn at 11701 Community Center Drive. The Council will review a request by the applicant, Eastlake Holdings LLC., for consideration of a rezone from Agriculture (AG) to Multifamily (RM-2). City Council will review the application in accordance with Section 11-6-4(a) of the Northglenn Unified Development Ordinance concerning rezoning applications. The request is to rezone a 16.7acre parcel of land located along the south side of Eastlake Avenue and west of Claude Court for future development consistent with the uses allowed in the RM-2 zone district.

This hearing is for a property that can be legally described as: LOCATED IN THE EAST HALF OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M. CITY OF NORTHGLENN, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO. All interested parties may appear and be heard.

Rebecca Smith, Secretary Northglenn Planning Commission

ORDINANCE NO. 4219 COUNCILLOR’S BILL NO. 47 SERIES OF 2023 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS Seymour, Emmons A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2023 BUDGETS OF THE GENERAL; GENERAL FUND STABILIZATION RESERVE; UTILITY; GOLF COURSE; FLEET; GENERAL CAPITAL OUTLAY REPLACEMENT; PARKS, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS AND GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION FROM THE 2022 CARRYOVER AND 2023 REVISED REVENUES THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS: Section 1. The 2023 appropriation for the General; General Fund Stabilization Reserve; Utility; Golf Course; Fleet; General Capital Outlay Replacement; Parks, Open Space and Trails and General Capital Improvement Funds, initially appropriated by Ordinance No. 4157 is hereby increased in aggregate by $61,604,766.

This appropriation is due to 2022 carryover and 2023 revised revenue.

Section 2. The $61,604,766 increase shall be

allocated to City Revenue and Expense accounts as described in the City Council Agenda Item XX dated October 9, 2023, (a copy of which may be obtained from the City Clerk) amending City fund budgets as follows: General Fund $ 9,384,106 General Fund Stabilization Reserve Fund 950,000 Utility Fund 7,544,737 Golf Course Fund 116,000 Fleet Fund 500,000 General Capital Outlay Replacement Fund 2,371,955 Parks, Open Space and Trails Fund 1,455,303 General Capital Improvement Fund 39,282,665 Total Appropriations $61,604,766 Less Appropriations from Transfers - 11,373,403 Total Appropriations, Net of Transfers $50,231,363 Section 3 – Severability. The provisions of this Ordinance shall be considered as severable. If any section, paragraph, clause, word, or any other part of this Ordinance shall for any reason be held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such part shall be deemed as severed from this ordinance. The invalidity or unenforceability of such section, paragraph, clause, or provision shall not affect the construction or enforceability of any of the remaining provisions, unless it is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction that a contrary result is necessary in order for this Ordinance to have any meaning whatsoever.

Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after second reading. The title and purpose of this ordinance shall be published prior to its consideration on second reading.

The full text of this ordinance shall be published within ten (10) days after its enactment after second reading.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 9th day of October, 2023.

PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED this 23rd day of October, 2023.

ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM: City Attorney’s Office Legal Notice No. NTS3091 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window

Metropolitan Districts PUBLIC NOTICE Crestview Water & Sanitation District Board of Directors will be considering increasing fees, rates, penalties and/or charges (effective January 1, 2024) at a public meeting on December 13, 2023 at 5:30 PM at the District office, 7145 Mariposa Street, Denver, 80221. All Board meetings are open to the public.

Legal Notice No. NTS3101 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 9, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window

Metro Districts Budget Hearings Public Notice NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED 2024 BUDGET AND AMENDMENT OF 2023 BUDGET

QUANTUM 56 METROPOLITAN DISTRICT ADAMS COUNTY, COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Sections 29-1-108 and 109, C.R.S., that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Quantum 56 Metropolitan District (the “District”) for the ensuing year of 2024. The necessity may also arise for the amendment of the 2023 budget of the District. Copies of the proposed 2024 budget and 2023 amended budget (if appropriate) are on file in the office of the District’s Accountant, Marchetti & Weaver, 245 Century Circle, Suite 103, Louisville, CO 80027, where same are available for public inspection.

Such proposed 2024 budget and 2023 amended budget will be considered at a special meeting to be held on November 9, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom videoconference at https://zoom. us/j/7848826891, Meeting ID: 784,882,6891, Password: 0000, to join by Phone: 1(719)3594580, Press #. Any interested elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the 2024 budget or the 2023 amended budget, inspect the 2024 budget and the 2023 amended budget and file or register any objections thereto.

QUANTUM 56 METROPOLITAN DISTRICT s/Ann Finn District Manager Legal Notice No. NTS3084 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice FALLBROOK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOTICE CONCERNING 2023 BUDGET AMENDMENT AND PROPOSED 2024 BUDGET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested parties that the necessity may arise to amend the Fallbrook Metropolitan District 2023 Budget, if necessary, and that a proposed 2024 Budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Fallbrook Metropolitan District; and that copies of the proposed Amended 2023 Budget and 2024 Budget have been filed at the District’s offices, 141 Union Boulevard, Suite 150, Lakewood, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that adoption of Resolutions Amending the 2023 Budget and Adopting the 2024 Budget will be considered at a public meeting of the Board of Directors of the District on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. This District Board meeting will be held by Zoom Meeting and can be joined through the directions below: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5469119353?pwd=S mtlcHJETFhCQUZEcVBBOGZVU3Fqdz09 Meeting ID: 546 911 9353 Passcode: 912873 Dial In: 1-719-359-4580 Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the Resolutions to Amend the 2023 Budget and adopt the 2024 Budget, inspect and file or register any objections thereto.

FALLBROOK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By /s/ David Solin Secretary Legal Notice No. NTS3088 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice YORK STREET METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOTICE CONCERNING 2023 BUDGET AMENDMENT AND PROPOSED 2024 BUDGET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested parties that the necessity may arise to amend the York Street Metropolitan District (“District”) 2023 Budget, if necessary, and that a proposed 2024 Budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the District; and that copies of the proposed Amended 2023 Budget and proposed 2024 Budget have been filed at the District’s offices, 141 Union Boulevard, Suite 150, Lakewood, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that adoption of Resolutions Amending the 2023 Budget and Adopting the 2024 Budget will be considered at

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a public meeting of the Board of Directors of the District to be held Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 10:00 AM. This District Board meeting will be held via Zoom.

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86267550643?pwd= V3RnRGRtWkRyUlZZc1VMWTJFZjFHdz09 Meeting ID: 862 6755 0643 Passcode: 987572 Dial In: 1-719-359-4580 Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the Resolutions to Amend the 2023 Budget and adopt the 2024 Budget, inspect and file or register any objections thereto.

YORK STREET METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By /s/ Peggy Ripko District Manager Legal Notice No. NTS3086 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

Bids and Settlements Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT WITH CONTRACTOR NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on or about November 23, 2023 the Finance Director for the City of Northglenn, Colorado shall make final settlement with EDGE Contracting, Inc., Golden, CO on account of their performance on the Huron Street Waterline Replacement Project bid, IFB 2022-006. 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. NTS3102 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 9, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice CITY OF FEDERAL HEIGHTS NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT CONTRACTOR: Sturgeon Electric Co, Inc. PROJECT: 92nd Ave & Bryant Traffic Signal replacement NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the final settlement between the City of Federal Heights and Sturgeon Electric Co, Inc. regarding above referenced project will be made November 6, 2023.

• All person having any claims or liens against Sturgeon Electric Co, Inc. from aforementioned project must file verified statements of account with the City Manager, 2380 West 90th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO 80260, before the settlement date.

Legal Notice No. NTS3059 First Publication: October 26, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window Public Notice REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS City of Thornton 9500 Civic Center Drive Thornton, CO 80229-4326 The City of Thornton is soliciting the following: 1. 100th Avenue Multimodal Path, Project No. 23-105, CDOT #M286-053 #25467, Request for Proposals for Design Services.

Go to www.BidnetDirect.com or Thornton’s website at www.ThorntonCO.gov, click on “Business” and then “Contracts & Purchasing” for information on how to obtain the solicitation documents. Bidders/Proposers are required to acknowledge all addenda in their Bid/Proposal submittal, failure to do so may be considered non-responsive.

Posted on: www.ThorntonCO.gov, www.BidnetDirect.com, and the Contracts & Purchasing Bulletin Board.

Legal Notice No. NTS3045 First Publication: October 19, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice NOTICE OF SUBSTANTIAL SETTLEMENT HYLAND HILLS PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District, on November 20th, 2023, will make substantial payment to Fransen Pittman, Inc. on account of that certain Carroll Butts Athletic Center/Hyland Hills Sports Center contract, 4201 W. 94th Ave., Adams County, Colorado. All persons having claims for labor, services, equipment rental or materials furnished to the contractor should present their claims to the contractor and the surety prior to said date for payment.

Pursuant to C.R.S. 38-26-107, claimants may also file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on claims with Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District, 8801 N. Pecos St., Federal Heights, Co., 80260, attention, Steve Heger, prior to the date for final payment.

Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District Yvonne Fischbach, Executive Director Legal Notice No. NTS3096 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 9, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window Public Notice NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR’S SETTLEMENT Pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., notice is hereby given that on November 21, 2023, at Westminster, Colorado, final settlement will be made by the City with T. Lowell Construction, Inc., hereinafter called the “Contractor,” for and on account of the contract for the construction of a Project described Ratification of Sole Source Payment to T. Lowell Construction, Inc. for the Emergency Sewer Line Replacement at 7551 King Street, and Reallocation of Capital Project Savings to Wastewater Line Repair Improvements Project.

1. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor or his subcontractor, or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, whose claim therefor has not been paid by the Contractor or the subcontractor for the work contracted to be done, may file with the City a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim.

12150 E 112th Ave Henderson, CO 80640 hereinafter called “Contractor”, for and on account of the Contract for construction of Traffic Signal Repairs, Project No. 22-189B, Traffic Signal Uninterrupted Power Supply, Project No. 22-243, and Traffic Cabinet Relocation, Project No. 22-102 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 Dennis Laurita Dennis Laurita Contracts Supervisor

10/19/23 Date

Legal Notice No. NTS3100 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 9, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT WITH CONTRACTOR NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on or about November 16, 2023 the Finance Director for the City of Northglenn, Colorado shall make final settlement with Brannan Sand and Gravel LLC, Denver, CO on account of their performance on the 2023 Residential Streets Program bid, IFB 2022-001 Addendum 1. 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. NTS3061 First Publication: October 26, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

2. All such claims shall be filed with the City Attorney’s Office, City of Westminster, 4800 W. 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Colorado, 80031 by November 14, 2023.

Notice to Creditors

3. All such claims must be notarized and must otherwise comply with the requirements of C.R.S. § 38 26 107.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Rose Jane Ruch a/k/a Rose J. Ruch a/k/a Rose Ruch, Deceased Case Number: 2023 PR 358

4. Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve the City from any and all liability for such claim.

Dated at Westminster, Colorado on October 26, 2023.

CITY OF WESTMINSTER /s/ David R. Frankel City Attorney Legal Notice No. NTS3068 First Publication: October 26, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window Public Notice NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR’S FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that on or after the 20th day of November 2023, Final Settlement will be made by the City of Thornton, CO, with: Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc.

PUBLIC NOTICE

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 February 19, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Karen S. Caravas Personal Representative 9052 Shenandoah Ave. Frederick, Co 80504

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 February 19, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Cynthia Ophaug-Johansen Personal Representative 12780 Wolff Ct Broomfield, CO 80020 Legal Notice No. NTS3025 First Publication: October 19, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Deserae A. Silz Hall, Deceased Case Number: 2023 PR 30447 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 February 26, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Vince Hall Personal Representative c/o Franklin D. Azar Associates, P.C. 14426 E. Evans Avenue Aurora, CO 80017 Legal Notice No. NTS3075 First Publication: October 26, 2023 Last Publication: November 9, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jasper Bruce Smith Jr.; a/k/a Jasper B. Smith; a/k/a J. Bruce Smith; a/k/a Jasper Smith Jr.; a/k/a Bruce Smith, Deceased Case Number: 2023 PR 30808 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before February 26, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Myka M. Landry, Attorney for Personal Representative Kenneth Cardwell PO Box 2276 Elizabeth, Colorado 80107 Legal Notice No. NTS3067 First Publication: October 26, 2023 Last Publication: November 9, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Terry S. Steele, Deceased Case Number: 2023 PR 353 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 February 19, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Jennifer Young Personal Representative 104 Gunther Crescent Warman, Saskatchewan, S0K 4 SO SK, Canada Legal Notice No. NTS3048 First Publication: October 19, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Westminster Window PUBLIC NOTICE

Legal Notice No. NTS3046 First Publication: October 19, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Joan Ruth Ophaug aka Joan R Ophaug aka Joan Ophaug aka Joan A Ophaug, Deceased Case Number: 2023 PR 324

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jason John Spettel, Deceased Case Number: 2023 PR 30766 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 March 2, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. /s/ Diane Riley Personal Representative 647 Castlestone Ct. Hobart, WI 54155 Legal Notice No. NTS3087 First Publication: November 2, 2023

Last Publication: November 16, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Rodney Lee Ashcraft, a/k/a Rodney L. Ashcraft, a/k/a Rodney Ashcraft, Deceased Case Number: 2023 PR 30832 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 March 2, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Kenneth L. Ashcraft Personal Representative Patrick R. Thiessen (40185) Frie, Arndt, Danborn & Thiessen P.C. 7400 Wadsworth Blvd., #201 Arvada, Colorado 80003 303/420-1234 Attorney for Personal Representative Legal Notice No. NTS3097 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 16, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on October 16, 2023, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Adams County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Savannah Destiny Lee Medina be changed to Savannah Destiny Lee Johnson Case No.: 23 C 1653 By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. NTS3085 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 16, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on September 6, 2023, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Adams County Court.

The petition requests that the name of LARRY DAVID HALBE be changed to DAVID JORDAN HALBE Case No.: 23 C 41792 By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. NTS3062 First Publication: October 26, 2023 Last Publication: November 9, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel PUBLIC NOTICE Adams County Court 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, Colorado 80601 In the Matter of the Petition of: Parent/ Petitioner: Haley Kelly For Minor Child: Adalina Shantell Rivera To Change the Child’s Name to: Adalina Shantell Kelly-Rivera Case Number: 2023 C 1640 NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT BY PUBLICATION Notice to: Jason Rivera, non custodial parent.

Notice is given that a hearing is scheduled as follows: Date: December 1, 2023 Time: 8:30 AM Location: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, Colorado 80601 Legal Notice No. NTS3055 First Publication: October 26, 2023 Last Publication: November 9, 2023

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Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on September 21, 2023, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Adams County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Ezekiel Rey Lopez be changed to Ezekiel Rey Casillas Case No.: 23 C 1438 By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. NTS3043 First Publication: October 19, 2023 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on October 10, 2023, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Adams County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Shana Louisa Cordova be changed to Shayna Louisa Cordova Case No.: 23 C 1607 By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. NTS3079 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 16, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of

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Public notice is given on Ocotber 16, 2023, that

SERIES OF 2023

a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Adams County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Johnathan Blake Parente be changed to Johnathan Blake Murphy Case No.: 23 C 1628 By: Deputy Clerk

BY AUTHORITY

Raechele Gonzales Date: 9.27.23

Adams County Court 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, Colorado 80601 In the Matter of the Petition of: Parent/ Petitioner: Raechele Gonzales For Minor Child: Jia-Mykal Sky Sandoval To Change the Child’s Name to: Jia-Mykal Sky Gonzales Case Number: 2023 C 1465 NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT

BY PUBLICATION 1. The last known address of the non-custodial parent was: 3101 s Federal Blvd Unit B-9.

Denver, CO 80236 2. The non-custodial parent no longer lives at that address.

3. Reasonable effort was made to contact the non-custodial parent by certified mail at the last known address as follows: N/A 4. The certified letter has been returned marked N/A. The return envelope is attached.

It is requested that the Court permit notice by

BY AUTHORITY publication on the non-custodial parent

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Case Number: 23PR30770 Division: T1

INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS

Seymour, Emmons

WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL THE AMOUNT AND IMPLEMENTATION PUBLIC NOTICE A hearing CODE on the CONCERNING Petition for Appointment of forSEWER, Minor will RECLAIMED be held at the following OFGuardian WATER, WATER FEE RATES time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued:

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS:

Public notice is given on October 3, 2023, that Date: November 16, 2023 a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has Time: 11:00a.m.

Section 8-7-7, W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows: been filed with the Adams County Court. 1. Section Courtroom or Division: T1 Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive, The petition requests that the name of Brighton, CO 80601 8-7-7.

WatertoRate Schedule.

Lauren Taylor Mangan be changed Taylor Mangan Soucy The hearing will take approximately 30 minutes.

Please Recycle this Publication Case No.: 23 C 1555 (A) Except for fire hydrant use for municipal purposes and water used by thewhen utilities division of the Finished PLEASE NOTE: This hearing will take place By: Deputy Clerk public works and utilitiesremotely department, allWebex water videoconferencing delivered from the City water system shall be metered, via the platform. including water used by the City or departments thereof, and the charge therefor shall be as hereinafter set Legal Notice No. NTS3060 forth. meters are to be via read to the nearest 1,000 gallons. Any meter reading First Publication: October 26, Per 2023Section 8-7-8 below, To joinwater the Virtual Courtroom Web (from Last Publication: November 9, 2023a portion of 1,000 a cell phone shall or computer), download Cisco containing gallons be rounded down to the nearest 1,000 gallons.

Publisher: NWestminster Window Webex, and then enter the following link at 11:00a.m. on November 16, 2023: https:// (B) Residential: Three dwelling units or less, served by one meter, primarily used for residential judicial.webex.com/meet/D17-BRGTDIVT1

Childrenoccupancy Services shall, in 2023 2022, be charged a $13.57 13.05 per month water utility infrastructure charge, To join the Virtual Courtroom via Phone at

and shall, in 2024 2023, be chargedon a $14.18 13.57 month 11:00a.m.

November 16,per 2023, call water 720- utility infrastructure charge plus: 650-7664, then enter meeting number/access code 2590 929 2405, then push # and # again.

Monthly Volume of Water Used 2023 2022 Charge per 1,000 (Adoption/Guardian/Other)

Kathleen M. Glynn, #39115 gallons (kgal) Grob and Eirich, LLC 1,000—8,000 gallons: defined $3.71 3.57 Public Notice 12596 W. Bayaud Ave., #390 Lakewood, CO 80228 as the first 8,000 gallons of District Court water use in one month.Legal Notice No. NTS3029 Adams County, Colorado Court Address: Publication: October 9,000—40,000 gallons:First defined $6.78 6.5219, 2023 1100 Judicial Center Drive Last Publication: November 2, 2023 as 80601 the monthly water use above Brighton, CO Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel the first 8,000 gallons of water ### In the Interest of: use in one month.

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Seymour, Emmons

SERIES OF 2023

COUNCILLOR'S BILL NO. 48

Legal Notice No. NTS3026 NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION First Publication: October 19, 2023 PURSUANT TO § 15-10-401, C.R.S. Last Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel To: Any and AMENDING All Unknown Birth Fathers A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE CHAPTERS 7, 8, AND 12 OF TITLE VIII OF THE

Legal Notice No. NTS3098 First Publication: November 2, 2023 Last Publication: November 16, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel Public Notice

ORDINANCE NO. 4220Respondent/Minor

of this form.

Over 41,000 gallons: defined as all water use above the first 40,000 gallons of water use in one month.

City & County

$8.48 8.15

2024 2023 Charge per 1,000 gallons (kgal) $3.88 3.71

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A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 7, 8, AND 12 OF TITLE VIII OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE AMOUNT AND IMPLEMENTATION Public(C) Notice Residential Irrigation, Townhome/Condominium (Consisting of Four Units or More), Public/Quasi-Public Users: Shall, in 2023 2022, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge OF WATER, SEWER, RECLAIMED WATER FEE RATES

BY AUTHORITY based size as listed in Schedule A plus the(Consisting monthly charge kgal listed Public/Quasi-Public below, and shall, Users: in (C) on the meter Residential Irrigation, Townhome/Condominium of Four per Units or More), be charged a monthly water utilityinfrastructure infrastructure charge on on the the meter size as listed Schedule Shall, in 2023 ORDINANCE NO.WESTMINSTER 4220 COUNCILLOR’S BILL NO. 48 2024 2023, be2022, charged a monthly water utility chargebased based meter size as inlisted in A THE CITY OF ORDAINS: plus the monthly charge per kgal listed below, and shall, in 2024 2023, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge SERIES OF 2023 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS Schedule A plus the monthly charge per kgal listed below.

Seymour, Emmons based on the meter size as listed in Schedule A plus the monthly charge per kgal listed below. kgal listed below, and shall, in 2024 2023, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge based Section 1. Section 8-7-7, W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows: on the meter size as listed in Schedule plusCharge the monthly charge per kgal2023 listed below, all water A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 7, 8, AND 12 OF TITLE VIII OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL Monthly Volume of Water Used 2023A2022 per 1,000 2024 Charge perfor 1,000 CODE CONCERNING THE AMOUNT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF WATER, SEWER, RECLAIMED WATER FEE RATES delivered through the meter. The Director Finance is authorized to prescribe and accept such forms of gallonsof(kgal) gallons (kgal) 8-7-7. Water Rate Schedule. documentation as the Director may deem sufficient to demonstrate an applicant's eligibility for the rate THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS: 1,000 gallons of water use (kgal) $7.85 7.55 $8.21 7.85 described this paragraph. purposes of be thischarged section,aamonthly town home or condominium is a residential unit kgal listedinbelow, and shall,For in 2024 2023, water utility infrastructure charge based (A) Except for8-7-7, fire W.M.C., hydrantis use forAMENDED municipalaspurposes Section 1.

Section hereby follows: and water used by the utilities division of the physically attached to another residential unit and separately owned.

Non-irrigation multiple units of four unitscharge or more notlisted individually metered and that are on the meteraccounts size asforlisted inresidential Schedule A consisting plus the monthly per kgal below, forare all not water public works and utilities department, all water delivered from the City water system shall be metered, Non-irrigation accounts for multiple residential units consisting of that fourare units or more that 8-7-7. Water Rate Schedule. classified as town homes or condominiums and can demonstrate that they are 80 percent owner occupied on a complex wide delivered the The Director Finance is or authorized prescribe and accept such forms andmeter. are classified asoftown homes condominiums and can demonstrate that they of including water used by the City or departments thereof, and the charge therefor shall be as hereinafter set individually basis shall, through inmetered 2023 2022, bethat charged a monthly water utility infrastructure chargeto based on the meter size as listed in Schedule Monthly Volume ofDirector Water may 2023 2022 Charge per 1,000 2024 2023 Charge per for 1,000 A plus the monthly charge per kgal listed andsufficient shall, inbasis 2024 2023, be a monthly watereligibility utility infrastructure (A) Per Section Except8-7-8 for firebelow, hydrantwater use for municipal and used by1,000 the utilities division the public works are documentation as the deem toshall, demonstrate applicant's thecharge rate 80 percent owner occupied on a below, complex wide in charged 2023 an 2022, be charged a monthly water forth. meters are purposes to be read towater the nearest gallons.

Anyofmeter reading Used gallons (kgal) gallons based on the meter size as listedFor in Schedule A plus the monthly charge per home kgal listed below, for(kgal) all water delivered through the and utilities department, all water delivered from the City water system shall be metered, including water used by the City or described in this paragraph. purposes of this section, a town or condominium is a residential unit utility infrastructure charge based on the meter size as listed in Schedule A plus the monthly charge per containing a portion of 1,000 gallons shall be rounded down to the nearest 1,000 gallons.

Thegallons Directorof ofwater Finance is authorized to prescribe and accept such forms of documentation as the Director may deem departments thereof, and the charge therefor shall be as hereinafter set forth. Per Section 8-7-8 below, water meters are to be meter.

1,000 use (kgal) $7.32 7.04 $7.65 7.32 attached to an another residential and separately owned. read to the nearest 1,000 gallons. Any meter reading containing a portion of 1,000 gallons shall be rounded down to the nearest physically sufficient to demonstrate applicant’s eligibilityunit for the rate described in this paragraph. For purposes of this section, a town 1,000 gallons.

(B) Residential: Three dwelling units or less, served by one meter, primarily used for residential home or condominium is a residential unit physically attached to another residential unit and separately owned.

(D)Monthly Commercial: users in 2023per2022, a monthly utility Volume ofCommercial Water 2023shall, 2022 Charge 1,000 be charged 2024 2023 Charge water per 1,000 occupancy shall, in 2023 2022, be charged a $13.57 month water infrastructure charge, (B) Residential: Three dwelling units or less, served 13.05 by one per meter, primarily usedutility for residential occupancy shall, in charge based on meter size as listed monthly charge per kgal listed charged a $13.57 13.05 per month water infrastructure shall, in 2024charge 2023, be charged a infrastructure 2023 2022,inbe2024 Used gallons (kgal)in Schedule A plus thegallons (kgal) and shall, 2023, be charged a $14.18 13.57utility per month watercharge, utilityand infrastructure plus: $14.18 13.57 per month water utility infrastructure charge plus: below, shall,ofinwater 2024use 2023, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge based on meter 1,000and gallons (kgal) $7.32 7.04 $7.65 7.32 size as listed in Schedule A plus the monthly charge per kgal listed below. All consumption above the Monthly Volume of Water Used 2023 2022 Charge per 1,000 2024 2023 Charge per 1,000 (D) Commercial: Commercial users shall, 2023 2022,service be charged a monthly agreement water utility infrastructure amount in kgal sold to the customer based oninthe signed commitment (provided atcharge the gallons (kgal) gallons (kgal) (D) Commercial shall, incharge 2023per2022, be below, charged a monthly water utility be charged basedthat onCommercial: meter sizefee as is listed in Schedule Ausers plus the listed andifshall, in 2024 2023, time the tap sold), or an average ofmonthly the previous tenkgal years' water use no service commitment a monthly water charge utility infrastructure onlisted meter size as listed in A Schedule A plus the monthly charge kgal listed infrastructure based on charge meter based size as in Schedule plus the monthly charge per per kgal listed 1,000—8,000 gallons: defined $3.71 3.57 $3.88 3.71 agreement was created, shall charged a monthly surcharge kgal to the commitment rate per kgal listed below. All consumption above thebe amount in kgal sold to the customerper based onin theaddition signed service agreement below, and shall, 2024 2023, charged monthly water utilityten infrastructure charge based commitment on meter as the first 8,000 gallons of (provided at the timeinthat the tap fee be is sold), or anaaverage of the previous years’ water use if no service below: agreement was in created, shall be a monthly surcharge in addition the rateAll perconsumption kgal listed below: size as listed Schedule Acharged plus the monthly chargeper perkgal kgal listed to below. above the water use in one month. amount in kgal sold to the customer based on the signed service commitment agreement (provided at the 9,000—40,000 gallons: defined $6.78 6.52 $7.09 6.78 Monthly Volume of Water Used 2023 2022 Charge per 1,000 2024 2023 Charge per 1,000 time that the tap fee is sold), or an average of the previous ten years' water use if no service commitment as the monthly water use above gallons (kgal) gallons (kgal) agreement was created, shall be charged a monthly surcharge per kgal in addition to the rate per kgal listed the first 8,000 gallons of water Per 1,000 gallons (kgal) $8.09 7.78 $8.46 8.09 below: use in one month.

Surcharge per 1,000 gallons $9.92 9.54 $10.37 9.92 Over 41,000 gallons: defined as $8.48 8.15 $8.86 8.48 (kgal) Monthly Volume of Water Used 2023 2022 Charge per 1,000 2024 2023 Charge per 1,000 all water use above the first A customer may choose to continue to pay the surcharge on a monthly basis or may contact City staff to purchase additional gallons (kgal) gallons (kgal) 40,000 gallons of water use in A customer may choose to continue to pay the surcharge on a monthly basis or may contact City staff to water resources.

Per 1,000 gallons (kgal) $8.09 7.78 $8.46 8.09 one month. purchase additional water resources.

Surcharge per 1,000 gallons $9.92 9.54 $10.37 9.92 Continued to Next Page No. NTS3092 (kgal) (C) Residential Irrigation, Townhome/Condominium (Consisting of Four Units or More), Schedule A Public/Quasi-Public Users: Shall, in 2023 2022, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge Meter Meter Size Number of Water 2023 2022 Monthly 2024 2023 Monthly based on the meter size as listed in Schedule A plus the monthly charge per kgal listed below, and shall, in A customer may choose to continue to pay the surcharge on a monthly basis or may contact City staff to Size Infrastructure Water Utility November Water Utility Northglenn Thornton Sentinel / Westminster Window 2, 2023 * 10 2024 2023, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge based on the meter size as listed in purchase additional water resources.

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2023 2022 Charge per 1,000 gallons (kgal) $8.09 7.78 $9.92 9.54

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Per 1,000 gallons (kgal) Surcharge per 1,000 gallons (kgal)

2024 2023 Charge per 1,000 gallons (kgal) $8.46 8.09 $10.37 9.92

A customer may choose to continue to pay the surcharge on a monthly basis or may contact City staff to purchase additionalFrom water resources.

NTS3092 Continued Last Page Schedule A Meter Meter Size Number of Water 2023 2022 Monthly 2024 2023 Monthly Size Infrastructure Water Utility Water Utility Code Service Infrastructure Infrastructure Fixed Commitments Charge Charge 1 ⅝" × ¾" 1 $13.57 13.05 $14.18 13.57 2 ¾" × ¾" 1.5 $20.10 19.33 $21.01 20.10 1"A rebate in an amount2.5 $28.89 27.78 $30.19 (F)3 Rebate: to be set by the City Manager or his designee shall be28.89 given to low5 1½" users who submit an 5 application on a form$49.07 47.18 $51.28 income residential prescribed by the Public Works49.07 and Utilities 6 2" 8 $71.96 69.19 $75.20 71.96 Director.

7 2" × ⅝" 8 $71.96 69.19 $75.20 71.96 8 17.5 $150.17 144.39 $156.92 (1) 3"For purposes of this paragraph, "low income" shall be 60 percent of the current150.17 area median income (AMI).3" × ¾" 9 17.5 $150.17 144.39 $156.92 150.17 10 4" 30 $216.93 208.59 $226.70 216.93 to prescribe and accept216.93 such forms 11 (2) 4"The × 1"Director of Public30Works and Utilities is authorized $216.93 208.59 $226.70 of 12 eligibility as an 388.70 applicant's eligibility the rebate 6" the Director may deem 62.5sufficient to demonstrate $404.25 $422.44for 404.25 provided for in6"this section.

13 × 1½" 62.5 $404.25 388.70 $422.44 404.25

sewer rate calculation period.

November 2, 2023No

For all residential and commercial accounts, for the first month of ownership sewer charges shall be prorated based on the number of days remaining in the property's billing cycle. For all accounts, individual reviews of indoor water consumption may be made on a case-by-case basis to assess adjustments to consumption charges. […]

Section 3. Section 8-12-7, W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows:

Commercial users shall be allowed to install a separate meter to record evaporative and non-wastewater production water use, or wastewater production, as the City directs, during the AWC sewer rate calculation period, of which consumption will not be assessedWater a sewerRate use charge.

The monthly sewer charge for commercial users may be appealed to the Utility Billing Division for 8-12-7.

Schedule. user charges resulting from the average monthly water billed during the period of January through March and may be adjusted if the water billed during the months of July through September is less than the meter readings taken during the standard AWC sewer rate period.water delivered from the City's reclaimed/non-potable water system shall be (A) Allcalculation non-potable

metered, and theand charge therefor shall beforsettheatfirst 80 percent the existing water ratesonasthe For all residential commercial accounts, month of of ownership sewercommercial charges shallpotable be prorated based set forthofindays Section 8-7-9, W.M.C. number remaining in the property’s billing cycle. For all accounts, individual reviews of indoor water consumption may be made on a case-by-case basis to assess adjustments to consumption charges.

(B) Continuance of Customer Charges: Monthly customer charges shall be assessed in all cases during […] the irrigation season, including where no water is consumed, until such time as City personnel are Section 3. Section 8-12-7, W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows: specifically requested to discontinue reclaimed/non-potable water service at the meter. Monthly customer 8-12-7. Water Ratebe Schedule. charges will not assessed in the months when reclaimed /non-potable water is not available for delivery from (A) the system.

All non-potable water delivered from the City’s reclaimed/non-potable water system shall be metered, and the charge therefor shall be set at 80 percent of the existing commercial potable water rates as set forth in Section 8-7-9, W.M.C.

(C) Residential, irrigation, townhome/condominium (consisting of four units or more) and (B) Continuance of Customer Charges: Monthly customer charges shall be assessed in all cases during the irrigation public/quasi-public users inconsumed, 2023 2022, besuch charged water are utility infrastructure charge based season, including where no shall, water is until time aasmonthly City personnel specifically requested to discontinue reclaimed/non-potable at the meter.

Monthly customer will not be assessed the months when reclaimed on the meter size aswater listedservice in Schedule A plus: $6.28 6.04charges per 1,000 gallons, and in shall, in 2024 2023, be /non-potable water is not available for delivery from the system. charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge based on the meter size as listed in Schedule A plus: (C) Residential, irrigation, townhome/condominium (consisting of four units or more) and public/quasi-public users $6.56 6.28 per 1,000 gallons.

shall, in 2023 2022, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge based on the meter size as listed in Schedule A 14 6" × 3" 62.5 $404.25 388.70 $422.44 404.25 plus: $6.28 6.04 per 1,000 gallons, and shall, in 2024 2023, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge based on (3) Such rebate will be paid in the form of a credit applied to the water account of the eligible (D) shall, in 2023 be1,000 charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge the meterCommercial size as listed inusers Schedule A plus: $6.562022, 6.28 per gallons.

15 8" 90 $606.03 582.72 $633.30 606.03 residential user. based on meter size as listed in Schedule A plus: $6.28 6.04 per 1,000 gallons for the number of gallons e 10" 145 $927.28 891.62 $969.01 927.01 (D) Commercial users shall, in 2023 2022, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge based on meter used perlisted monthly billing, and$6.28 shall,6.04 in 2024 2023, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge per 1,000 gallons for the number of gallons used per monthly billing, and shall, in size as in Schedule A plus: 10" × 12" × 6" 215 $927.28 891.62 $969.01 927.28 (G)20 Out-of-City Customers: A surcharge of 25 percent will be added to all charges and fees related to based 2024 2023, be charged a monthly water utility infrastructure charge based metergallons. size as listed in Schedule A plus: $6.56 6.28 on meter size as listed in Schedule A plus: $6.56 6.28 peron1,000 (E) Continuance Customer Charges: Monthly customer shalllimits, be assessed all cases otherwise including where the provision of water ofservice to customers located outsidecharges the City unlessinprovided by per 1,000 gallons. no water Continuance until such time as City personnel are specifically requested to discontinue service meter, (E) of Customer Monthly customer charges shall be water assessed in atallthecases contractisorconsumed agreement with the City.Charges: pursuant to Section 8-7-10, W.M.C. Schedule A including where no water is consumed until such time as City personnel are specifically requested to Meter Size Meter Size 2023 2022 Monthly Water 2024 2023 Monthly Water (F) Rebate: A rebate in an amount to be set by the City Manager or his designee shall be given to low-income discontinue water service at the meter, pursuant to Section 8-7-10, W.M.C. Section 2. Subsection 8-8-5(D), W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows: residential users who submit an application on a form prescribed by the Public Works and Utilities Director.

Code Utility Infrastructure Utility Infrastructure Charge Charge (1) For purposes of thisCharges paragraph, Within “low income” be 60 of the current median income (AMI).

8-8-5. Service and User theshall City of percent Westminster andarea Shaw Heights; Lien on 1 ⅝" × ¾" $13.57 13.05 $14.18 13.57 Property.

(2) The Director of Public Works and Utilities is authorized to prescribe and accept such forms of eligibility as the 2 ¾" × ¾" $20.10 19.33 $21.01 20.10 Director may deem sufficient to demonstrate an applicant’s eligibility for the rebate provided for in this section.

3 1" $28.89 27.78 $30.19 28.89 […]

(3) Such rebate will be paid in the form of a credit applied to the water account of the eligible residential user.

5 1½" $49.07 47.18 $51.28 49.07 (G) A surcharge of 25set percent addedgenerally to all charges andthe fees related toand the quality provisionofof 6 2" $71.96 69.19 $75.20 71.96 (D) TheOut-of-City rates for Customers: user charges hereinafter forthwill arebebased upon quantity water service to customers located outside the City limits, unless provided otherwise by contract or agreement with the City. sewage collected and they are subject to change periodically as circumstances require. Sewer rates are 7 2" × ⅝" $71.96 69.19 $75.20 71.96 Section 2. based Subsection 8-8-5(D), W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows: charged on the average monthly water consumption (AWC), which is based on the average monthly 8 3" $150.17 144.39 $156.92 150.17 water Service consumption perCharges user billed during theofsewer rate calculation through March). If the 9 3" × ¾" $150.17 144.39 $156.92 150.17 8-8-5. and User Within the City Westminster and Shaw period Heights;(January Lien on Property. water consumption for any month during the AWC calculation period is less than 2,000 gallons, the 10 4" $216.93 208.59 $226.70 216.93 […] calculation amount used will be 2,000 gallons. If the water consumption for any month during the AWC 11 4" × 1" $216.93 208.59 $226.70 216.93 calculation period is over 2,000 gallons, the actual water consumption will be used in the AWC calculation (D) The rates for user charges hereinafter set forth are based generally upon the quantity and quality of sewage 12 6" $404.25 388.70 $422.44 404.25 collected and they are subject to change periodically as circumstances require.

Sewer rates are charged based on the average process. monthly water consumption (AWC), which is based on the average monthly water consumption per user billed during the sewer 13 6" × 1½" $404.25 388.70 $422.44 404.25 rate calculation period (January through March). If the water consumption for any month during the AWC calculation period is 14 6" × 3" $404.25 388.70 $422.44 404.25 less 2,000 the calculation amount will be 2,000 gallons. the that waterclass consumption for any (residential month during or the Thethan AWC isgallons, multiplied by the rate perused 1,000 gallons (kgal) Iffor of property AWC calculation period is over 2,000 gallons, the actual water consumption will be used in the AWC calculation process.

15 8" $606.03 582.72 $633.30 606.03 nonresidential) to calculate the monthly sewer charge.

18 10" $927.28 891.62 $969.01 927.28 The AWC is multiplied by the rate per 1,000 gallons (kgal) for that class of property (residential or nonresidential) to calculate the monthly charge. The monthly sewer charge is calculated by multiplying the AWC times the rate per 20 10" × 12" × 6" $927.28 891.62 $969.01 927.28 Sewer Ratesewer Schedule. customer Sewer Rate category: Schedule. The monthly sewer charge is calculated by multiplying the AWC times the rate per customer category: Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after second reading. The title and purpose of this ordinance shall be published prior 4. to itsThis consideration on second reading.

Theupon full text this ordinance be published (10)and days Section ordinance shall take effect itsofpassage after shall second reading.within Theten title after its enactment after second reading. purpose of this ordinance shall be published prior to its consideration on second reading. The full text of Type of Customer 2023 2022 Charge per 1,000 2024 2023 Charge per 1,000 INTRODUCED, PASSEDwithin ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 9th this ordinance shall be published ten (10) days after its enactment after second reading. gallons (kgal) gallons (kgal) day of October, 2023.

Residential $8.31 7.84 $8.81 8.31 PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED 23rd day of INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PUBLISHED PURPOSE this ORDERED Nonresidential $8.64 8.15 $9.16 8.64 October, 2023. this 9th day of October, 2023.

PUBLISHED Any of an property shall beshall charged the property’s current sewer rate through AWC sewer the rate ATTEST: Anynew newoccupant occupant ofexisting an existing property be charged the property's current sewerthe rate through calculation period.

PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED AWC sewer rate calculation period. _______________________________ Any new occupant of an existing residential unit or newly constructed single family residential units shall be charged based this 23rd day of October, 2023.

Mayor on the average AWC of all single family homes billed by the City from the most recent calculation period. Any new multi-unit __________________________ Any newshall occupant of an unit multi-family or newly constructed residential units shall City Clerk accounts be charged theexisting average residential AWC for existing units billed bysingle the Cityfamily from the most recent calculation APPROVED AS TO LEGAL period.

FORM: be charged based on the average AWC of all single family homes billed by the City from the most recent ATTEST: _______________________________ calculation period. Any new multi-unit accounts shall be charged the average AWC for existing multiNew commercial accounts shall be charged based on the indoor water service commitments purchased divided by 12 to Mayor family units billed by the City from the most recent calculation period. establish an initial AWC. _______________________________ __________________________ City Attorney’s Office For all customers, a new AWC will be calculated based on actual usage during the next AWC calculation period.

APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM: New commercial accounts shall be charged based on the indoor water service commitments purchased City Clerk divided by 12 to establish an initial AWC. Legal Notice No.: NTS3092 Last Publication: November 2, 2023 _______________________________ First Publication: November 2, 2023 Publisher: Northglenn-Tornton Sentinel City Attorney’s Office

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ORDINANCE NO. 4223 SERIES OF 2023

COUNCILLOR’S BILL NO. 51 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS Seymour, DeMott

A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 10, AND 11 OF TITLE III OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING DEPARTMENTS WHEREAS, the City Manager has implemented a reorganization of departments and positions after evaluating the current needs of the City; and WHEREAS, certain departments have been consolidated and moved within the organization; and WHEREAS, City Code needs to be updated to reflect these changes within departments and updated duties.

unoccupied premises, the code enforcement personnel may enter upon the premises using such reasonable force as may be necessary to gain entry therein.

(3) For purposes of this subsection, “probable cause” exists where the facts and circumstances within the code enforcement personnel’s knowledge are sufficient to warrant a man of reasonable caution in the belief that a code violation has been or is being committed. The person applying for such warrant shall not be required to demonstrate specific knowledge of the condition of the particular premises at issue in order to obtain a search warrant.

(B) Unlawful Resistance: It is unlawful for any owner or occupant of the premises to resist reasonable force used by the code enforcement personnel acting pursuant to this Section.

Section 7. Section 3-7-3, W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows with new language appearing in underline and deleted language appearing in strikethrough: (A) The Director of Information Technology is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the information technology department, as well as performing those duties prescribed by the City Manager.

Section 1. Section 3-1-3, W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows with new language appearing in underline and deleted language appearing in strikethrough:

(B) The Director of Information Technology may make or prescribe such Department of Information Technology’s policies, procedures, and rules as he/she shall deem advisable consistent with the City’s personnel policies and rules and approved by the City Manager. Such policies, procedures, and rules shall be binding on all Department of Information Technology personnel.

(A) The Chief of Police is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Police Department, as well as performing those duties prescribed by the City Manager.

(CB) The Director of Information Technology is responsible for providing strategic vision and direction for the use of technology throughout the City.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER:

(B) The Chief of Police may make or prescribe such Police Department policies, procedures, and rules as he shall deem advisable, consistent with the City’s personnel policies and rules and any current collective bargaining agreement. Such policies, procedures, and rules shall be binding on all police department personnel. Such policies, procedures, and rules may include, but shall not be limited to, the conduct of police department personnel, uniforms and equipment to be worn or carried, hours and types of service delivery, deployment schedules, leaves, the investigation of citizen complaints, and all other similar matters necessary or desirable for the efficiency and effectiveness of police operations.

Section 2. Section 3-1-11, W.M.C., and Section 3-1-12, W.M.C., are hereby DELETED. Section 3. Section 3-2-3, W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows with new language appearing in underline and deleted language appearing in strikethrough:

Section 8. Chapter 8 of Title 3, W.M.C., is hereby REPEALED and REPLACED with the following: Department of Human Resources 3-8-1. Department Created.

There is hereby created a Department of Human Resources that shall consist of the Director of Human Resources and such other personnel as may be provided by the City Council.

3-8-2. Function.

(A) The Fire Chief is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Fire Department, as well as performing those duties prescribed by the City Manager.

The Director of Human Resources shall be appointed by and be responsible to the City Manager. Such appointment shall be for an indefinite period pursuant to Section 1-13-3, W.M.C. The Director of Human Resources shall be the head of the Department of Human Resources and shall have supervision over all personnel assigned to the department.

(B)

3-8-3. Duties and Responsibilities.

The Fire Chief shall have the following additional duties and responsibilities:

(1) The Fire Chief shall be responsible for the discipline, good order and proper conduct of all of the paid and volunteer personnel of the Fire Department.

(A) The Director of Human Resources is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Department of Human Resources, as well as performing those duties prescribed by the City Manager.

(2) The Fire Chief shall have command and control of all officers and members of the department, paid or volunteer, and of all persons and equipment present at fires.

(B) The Director of Human Resources may make or prescribe such rules and regulations as he/she shall deem advisable consistent with the City’s personnel policies and rules. Such policies, procedures, and rules shall be binding on all Department of Human Resources personnel.

(3) or prevention.

It shall be the duty of the Fire Chief to enforce all ordinances of the City that relate to fire protection

(C) The Fire Chief may make or prescribe such Fire Department policies, procedures, and rules as he shall deem advisable consistent with the City’s personnel policies and rules, and any current collective bargaining agreement, and approved by the City Manager. Such policies, procedures, and rules shall be binding on all Fire Department personnel. Such policies, procedures, and rules may include, but shall not be limited to, the conduct of fire department personnel, uniforms and equipment to be worn or carried, hours and types of service delivery, deployment schedules, the investigation of citizen complaints, and all other similar matters necessary or desirable for the efficiency and effectiveness of fire operations.

(D) The Fire Chief shall establish appropriate fees for the use of the Fire Department training tower facility by other Fire Departments, fire districts or other organizations for training purposes. Such fees shall take into consideration comparable fees established by other jurisdictions for similar facilities, if any. Fees may be set at a rate for each day of use, and may include a flat fee for a use involving more than one day. Fees shall be listed in a written schedule. Such fees may be changed from time to time by the Fire Chief.

Section 4. Section 3-2-7, W.M.C., is hereby MOVED to a newly created Section 6-5-9, W.M.C. under Title 6.

Section 5. Section 3-3-3, W.M.C., is hereby REPEALED and OMITTED. Section 6. Section 3-4-4, W.M.C., is hereby ADDED as follows: Code Enforcement Personnel.

(C) The Director of Human Resources shall have supervisory responsibility for the activities of all divisions within the department.

Section 9. Chapter 9 of Title 3, W.M.C., is hereby ADDED with the following: Department of Economic Development 3-9-1. Department Created.

There is hereby created a Department of Economic Development that shall consist of the Director of Economic Development and such other personnel as may be provided by the City Council.

3-9-2. Function.

The Director of Economic Development shall be appointed by and be responsible to the City Manager. Such appointment shall be for an indefinite period pursuant to Section 1-13-3, W.M.C. The Director of Economic Development shall be the head of the Department of Economic Development and shall have supervision over all personnel assigned to the department.

3-9-3. Duties and Responsibilities.

The Director of Economic Development is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Department of Economic Development, as well as performing those duties prescribed by the City Manager.

(A) The code enforcement personnel shall be a part of the Department of Community Development, or as directed by the City Manager. The code enforcement personnel in the Department of Community Development shall have all the authority established herein, and such duties as the City Manager shall direct.

Section 10. Chapter 10 of Title 3, W.M.C., is hereby DELETED.

(B) It shall be the duty of the code enforcement personnel to enforce specific provisions of the Westminster Municipal Code, as directed.

Section 12. Chapter 12 of Title 3, W.M.C., is hereby DELETED.

(C) The code enforcement personnel shall be deemed peace officers for the limited purpose of enforcing the provisions of the Westminster Municipal Code. The code enforcement personnel shall have the power to issue complaints and summonses for violations of Westminster Municipal Code provisions, pursuant to Rule 206, Municipal Court Rules of Procedure, and Section 1-22-18, W.M.C. Section 6. Section 3-4-5, W.M.C., is hereby ADDED as follows: Code Enforcement Personnel Entry Upon Property.

(A)

Right of Entry—Generally:

(1) Whenever necessary to make an inspection to enforce any of the provisions of the Westminster Municipal Code, or whenever code enforcement personnel have probable cause to believe that there exists upon any premises any condition that constitutes a violation of the provisions of this Code, the code enforcement personnel may enter such premises at all reasonable times to inspect the same or to perform any duty imposed on him, provided that, if such premises is occupied, the code enforcement personnel shall first present proper credentials and request entry and, if such premises is unoccupied, shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or occupant or other person or persons having charge or control of the premises and, upon locating the owner, occupant or other person or persons, shall present proper credentials and request entry.

If the owner or occupant cannot be located after a reasonable effort, a notice of intent to inspect shall be posted on the premises. The notice shall state that the property owner has the right to refuse entry and that, in the event such entry is refused, inspection may be made only upon issuance of a search warrant by a Municipal Judge of the City. For purposes of this Section, premises is defined as that area outside of a habitable structure.

Section 11. Chapter 11 of Title 3, W.M.C., is hereby DELETED.

Section 13. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after second reading. The title and purpose of this ordinance shall be published prior to its consideration on second reading. The full text of this ordinance shall be published within ten (10) days after its enactment after second reading.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 9th day of October, 2023.

PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED this 23rd day of October, 2023.

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(2) After entry is refused or 24 hours after the premises has been posted, the code enforcement personnel may appear before the Municipal Judge and, upon a showing of probable cause, shall obtain a search warrant entitling him to enter upon the premises. Upon presentation of the search warrant and proper credentials, or possession of same in the case of

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ORDINANCE NO. 4222 SERIES OF 2023

COUNCILLOR’S BILL NO. 50 INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS Seymour, DeMott

A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24 OF TITLE I OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT WHEREAS, the City Manager has implemented a reorganization of departments and positions after evaluating the current needs of the City; and WHEREAS, certain departments have been consolidated and moved within the organization; and WHEREAS, the Human Resources division is currently a department instead of a division, and therefore language within the City Code was outdated and needs updating to reflect the department director.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER: Section 1. Section 1-24-1, W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows with new language appearing in underline and deleted language appearing in strikethrough: The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this Chapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: Administrative Officer shall mean the City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk and Finance Director, and such additional administrative officers as may be created by City Council. The additional administrative officers shall be those employees serving in classifications listed as “administrative officers” in the pay and classification plan approved by City Council resolution.

Appeal shall mean the action taken by an employee in order to have the employee’s suspension, demotion or dismissal reviewed by the personnel board and the City Manager.

Board shall mean the personnel board.

Class shall mean a position or group of positions that are sufficiently similar with respect to skill, effort and responsibility that they may be properly designated by the same title, and equitably compensated from the same range of pay under substantially the same employment conditions.

Department Head shall mean an individual who is regularly responsible for directing and managing the overall operations of a city department as authorized by the charter or Code, and who has been designated as a dDepartment hHead or Director by the City Manager. The City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Deputy City Manager, and the City Attorney shall assume duties assigned to department heads in this Chapter for carrying out those actions involving positions that report directly to them.

Division Manager shall mean an individual appointed by the department head to manage a work group designated as a division within the department. For purposes of this Chapter, the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Department Head, or the City Attorney shall assume the responsibilities assigned to division manager when the employee in question reports to a Department Head, the City Attorney, Deputy City Manager, Assistant City Manager, or the City Manager.

Employee shall mean a person who receives monetary compensation from the City in return for present services or work performed on a non-contractual basis, or who is on a leave of absence without pay that has been approved by the Human Resources ManagerDirector. This definition shall include all full-time and part-time regular, administrative officers, temporary, provisional, seasonal, substitute, hourly, instructor, indexed, intern, special project, short-term disability and emergency employees. This definition shall exclude elected municipal officials, volunteer firefighters, all other volunteer personnel, and retirees from the City.

Employee—Exempt shall mean an employee who is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Reference to exempt employees refers to those employees whose positions are listed in the exempt employee pay schedule in the City pay plan.

Employee—Nonexempt shall mean an employee who is entitled to overtime pay or compensatory leave time under circumstances specified by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Reference to nonexempt employees refers to those employees whose positions are listed in the nonexempt employee pay schedule in the City pay plan.

Employee—Part-time regular shall mean an employee who has been appointed to a part-time authorized nonexempt or exempt position to work less than 40 hours during a seven-day period on a regular basis, and who has successfully completed the initial probationary period.

Employee—Regular shall mean an employee who has been appointed to a full-time authorized nonexempt or exempt position in the municipal service, and who has successfully completed the initial probationary period.

Grievance shall mean a disagreement regarding the meaning, interpretation, application, or alleged violation of these policies and rules adopted hereunder, departmental policies, rules or any other administrative policies of the city that has been formally presented for review pursuant to Section 1-24-3 of this Chapter.

Job description shall mean the written description of a class, including the title, a statement of the nature of the work, examples of duties and responsibilities, and the requirements that are essential and/or desirable for the satisfactory performance of the duties of the class.

Job title shall mean the title assigned to any particular class, and used for reference to that class.

Position shall mean a group of current duties and responsibilities requiring the full-time, temporary, or part-time services of one employee.

Supervisor shall mean any individual having authority, in the interest of the City, to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline other employees, or having responsibility to direct them, or to adjust their grievances, or effectively having the authority to recommend such action, if the exercise of such authority is not merely routine or clerical in nature, but requires the use of independent judgment.

Suspension shall mean the temporary separation of an employee from performing his or her regularly assigned duties with or without pay for disciplinary reasons, or pending the outcome of an investigation involving the employee.

Section 2. Section 1-24-2, W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows with new language appearing in underline and deleted language appearing in strikethrough: (A) Intent of Chapter: In enacting this Chapter, it is the intent of the City Council to provide for a professional and impartial personnel management system in accordance with the provisions of the City Charter. This Chapter supersedes any previously distributed ordinances, resolutions, rules, policies, and employee handbooks. The language of this Chapter is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed to constitute, a contract between the City of Westminster and any one or all of its employees.

(B) Persons Covered by Chapter: This Chapter applies to all positions and employees in the City. In addition, unless specifically noted otherwise, it shall also apply to administrative officers and other categories of municipal employment where not inconsistent with provisions of the charter or other ordinances.

(C) Administrative Regulations: The City Manager shall have the authority to establish such policies and rules deemed necessary for the efficient and orderly administration of the personnel management system. Such authority may be delegated to department heads, division managers, and supervisors as deemed appropriate by the City Manager. The City Manager

shall have the authority to negotiate general leave accrual rates, balances, and annual leave limits for current or prospective management staff in an effort to attract or retain employees. The City Manager will provide City Council with a quarterly report if any substantive changes are made to administrative personnel policies in the previous quarter. All such policies and rules must be in writing and be consistent and compatible with this Chapter and the charter, and, at a minimum, include the following: (1) Classification Plan. A classification plan resulting from an analysis and evaluation of all positions in the municipal service shall be developed by the City Manager, or his/her designee, and maintained by the Human Resources Manager Director. It shall consist of a listing that groups all positions in classes, based on the skill, effort, responsibility, and qualifications that are necessary or desirable for the satisfactory performance of the duties of the class. The classification plan shall include titles and written job descriptions for all the various classes of positions. Each class shall include all positions in the municipal service that are sufficiently similar with respect to duties, responsibilities, and authority that the same descriptive title may be used to designate each position allocated to the class. Council approval of the job titles and pay ranges in the pay plan shall constitute approval of the classification plan.

(2) Preparation, Adoption and Amendment of Pay Plan. A City-wide compensation plan, which shall consist of minimum and maximum rates of pay for each class or position, shall be developed and maintained by the Human Resources Manager Director, as the representative of the City Manager. Salary ranges shall be related directly to the position classification plan, and shall be determined with due regard to range of pay for other classes, requisite qualifications, prevailing rate of pay for like work in other public and private organizations, recruiting experience, working conditions, suggestions of department heads, maintenance of other benefits received by employees, the financial policy of the City, and other economic considerations. In addition, the Human Resources Manager Director shall develop, maintain, and update a set of salary complements, which shall be designed to assist in attracting and retaining qualified employees. The pay plan shall be submitted to council by the City Manager for adoption on an annual basis, in order to maintain the competitive nature of the City’s personnel program.

(3) Employee Political Activity. Active participation by employees in the municipal politics of the City of Westminster shall be restricted. It shall be the policy of the City, however, not to deny to employees and officials the rights to engage in their normal rights and responsibilities as citizens.

(4) Nondiscrimination. No action affecting the employment status of any employee or applicant for a position in the municipal service, including examination, appointment, promotion, demotion, suspension, or removal shall be taken or withheld by reason of race, color, sex, gender, national origin, political, or religious affiliation, age, disability, or military veteran status.

Section 3. Section 1-24-3, W.M.C., is hereby AMENDED as follows with new language appearing in underline and deleted language appearing in strikethrough: (A) General: Supervisory and administrative personnel shall strive to anticipate, and thereby eliminate, the cause of most misunderstandings, problems, complaints, or grievances. To the extent that they occur, the employee is encouraged to promptly seek the employee’s immediate supervisor’s assistance. Supervisory personnel shall not interfere with or discriminate against or make reprisals against any employee who files a grievance. The City strongly encourages the use of non-adversarial dispute resolution techniques to resolve grievances in a manner that is satisfactory to all affected parties. Supervisory and administrative personnel are strongly advised to seek the advice and support of the human resources division and City Attorney’s office at the earliest possible time after learning of a problem to develop a means to cooperatively resolve the issues.

Developing the least adversarial path to resolution, before conflict escalates further, is the goal. While alternative means to resolve personnel issues may be developed, either prior to the filing of a formal grievance or during the investigation and formal processing of a grievance, the earlier the better. Employees, too, are encouraged to suggest alternative means of resolving disputes without compromising their rights to the formal process.

(B) Grievance: A grievance is a disagreement regarding the meaning, interpretation, application, or alleged violation of the personnel policies and rules, departmental policies and rules, or any other administrative policies of the City. When disputed, the Human Resources Manager Director will determine whether the action or alleged action is grievable.

(C) Filing a Grievance: Any employee with a grievance must file a written complaint with the employee’s Division Manager (or the party who took the action being grieved if that party is of higher rank) with a copy to the Human Resources Manager Director within 14 calendar days following the grieved action. The Division Manager or department head shall try to resolve the matter within ten calendar days from the receipt of the written grievance. If the employee is not satisfied that the difference has been resolved after action by the Division Manager, the employee may, within ten calendar days of receipt of the grievance response, file the grievance with the dDepartment hHead (if not already reviewed by the dDepartment hHead).

The department hHead shall try to resolve the matter within ten calendar days of receipt of the grievance. The deadlines in this subsection (C) may be extended with the mutual consent of the parties. If the employee is not satisfied that the difference has been resolved after action by the dDepartment hHead, the employee may pursue the following procedure: (1) Actions Other Than Suspension, Demotion, or Dismissal. Within ten calendar days after receipt of the Department Head’s response, the employee may ask the Human Resources Manager Director in writing to investigate the grievance. If the dDepartment hHead has taken no action within ten calendar days after receipt of the written grievance, the employee may request in writing that the Human Resources Manager Director investigate the grieved action. The Human Resources Manager Director shall, within 21 calendar days, investigate the grievance and consult with the employee and then make recommendations to the City Manager or the City Manager’s designee, who shall decide on the grievance within ten calendar days. The City Manager’s or the City Manager’s designee’s decision shall be final in all instances. The deadlines in this subsubsection (1) may be extended with the mutual consent of the parties or because of an inability to do a complete investigation in the time allowed.

(2) Suspension, Demotion, or Dismissal. Within 14 calendar days after receipt of the Department Head’s response, the employee may file an appeal to the personnel board or, if the Department Head has taken no action within ten calendar days of receipt of the written grievance, the employee may file a written appeal to the personnel board within 21 calendar days after the Department Head’s receipt of the written grievance.

(3) Failure to File. An employee loses any right to file a grievance or appeal with the Human Resources Manager Director or to file an appeal to the board if the employee fails to file a written grievance within the time lines defined above.

No organization or individual has the right to file a grievance on the employee’s behalf, and legal representatives shall not be permitted to attend any meeting with the grieved employee held for the purpose of investigating the grievance prior to the time an appeal has been filed pursuant to subsection (D) of this section.

(4) Grievances Related to Disabilities: If an employee has, in the employee’s view, suffered discrimination in violation of state or federal law based on a past or current disability, whether real or perceived, or association with an individual with a disability, the employee may file a grievance pursuant to this subsection (C). A record of the grievance and the action taken to resolve it shall be maintained. This procedure is not a prerequisite to the pursuit of other legal remedies authorized by federal law. A disability-related grievance alleging a violation of federal laws protecting individuals with disabilities may be filed at any time.

(D) Appeal: Only suspensions, demotions, or dismissals for disciplinary reasons can be appealed to the personnel board and only after all administrative remedies through the grievance procedure have been exhausted. Only regular full-time employees and regular part-time benefited employees in authorized positions are eligible to appeal to the board. Administrative officers, Department Heads, and Division Managers have no appeal rights beyond the grievance process to the City Manager.

(E) Filing an Appeal: The employee must file an appeal and request a hearing, in writing, setting forth the reasons for appeal in detail with the Human Resources Manager Director as set forth in subsection (C) of this section. The appeal must specify the grounds for appeal and shall contain a detailed statement of facts in support of the appeal. Anyone considering filing an appeal may contact human resources for a complete copy of the personnel board rules.

(F) Forwarding an Appeal: The hHuman rResources manager Director shall immediately forward copies of the written appeal to each member of the board. The Human Resources Manager Director has the authority to return to the employee for correction any appeal that fails to conform to this provision regarding specifying grounds for appeal and containing a detailed statement of facts in support of the appeal.

(G) Appeal Procedure: Upon receipt of the appeal from the Human Resources Manager Director, the board shall schedule a hearing on the appeal. Once the board meets to hear the appeal, it may take the time necessary to obtain all the information deemed appropriate and, in so doing, the board is not restricted to any particular time frame to conclude the hearing.

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NTS 3094 Continued From Last Page (H) Subpoenas: The chairperson of the board may issue a subpoena stating the title of the proceeding before the board and commanding each person to whom it is directed to attend and give testimony at a hearing on an appeal before the board at the time and place specified therein.

(I) Findings and decision: It is the interpretation of the city council that the charter of the City of Westminster establishes a personnel grievance process in which the personnel board has the responsibility of determining the facts of an appeal and determining when disciplinary action should be reconsidered and, in such cases, the City Manager has the responsibility of reconsidering the disciplinary action and making the final disciplinary decision based on the facts determined by the board. At the conclusion of the hearing, the board shall send a written decision to the City Manager that concludes that: (1) The action appealed was without justification and should be reconsidered. The board may recommend that the appellant be restored to previous status and receive compensation for the period of the suspension, termination, or reduction in grade; (2)

The action appealed was justified and should be confirmed; or

findings of evidentiary fact. The City Manager may accept or reject the board’s findings of ultimate fact or conclusions and may accept or reject the board’s recommendation regarding discipline.

(L) Administrative Procedure Jurisdictional: No employee may bring an appeal before the board until the employee has received the written notice of the final action taken or contemplated by the dDepartment hHead. The filing of an appeal under any of the procedures described in this section shall not constitute grounds for delaying the administrative action against which the appeal is made.

(M) Appeal from Decision of City Manager: The employee may appeal any action of the City Manager resulting in suspension, demotion, or dismissal to the district court.

(N) Right to Legal Counsel: The employee may only be represented by a person who is licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado.

(O) Rules of Procedure: The board may adopt additional rules of procedure to supplement the procedures outlined in this section.

(3) The action appealed was partially justified and should be reconsidered. The board may recommend that the discipline be reduced under the conditions the board deems proper.

Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after second reading. The title and purpose of this ordinance shall be published prior to its consideration on second reading. The full text of this ordinance shall be published within ten (10) days after its enactment after second reading.

The board’s decision shall contain findings of evidentiary fact on all material issues of fact and conclusions regarding the issues of law or discretion presented by the appeal.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 9th day of October, 2023.

(J) Notice of Findings and Decision; Transcript: The board shall report its findings and decision to the City Manager, the parties and their attorneys within 30 days after the conclusion of the hearing. Notice shall be sent in the manner specified in subsection (I) of this section. The City shall make a record of the testimony and proceedings at an appeal hearing. Either the City or the employee may request a transcription of the testimony and proceedings at an appeal hearing. If the employee requests a hearing transcription, it shall be prepared at the employee’s expense.

PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED this 23rd day of October, 2023.

(K)

Decision of the City Manager:

(1) board.;

When the board has concluded that the discipline was justified, the City Manager shall confirm the decision of the

(2) When the board has concluded that the action appealed was without justification or was partially justified, the City Manager shall reconsider the suspension, demotion, or discharge and either reinstate the employee, impose a lesser penalty, or confirm the original suspension, demotion, or discharge.; or (3)

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BY AUTHORITY ORDINANCE NO.

COUNCILLOR’S BILL NO.

SERIES OF 2023

INTRODUCED BY COUNCILLORS _______________________________

A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE MAKING APPROPRIATIONS TO PAY THE EXPENSE OF CONTINUING THE PUBLIC BUSINESS FOR THE YEAR 2024 AND OTHER PURPOSES REQUIRED BY THE CHARTER AND BY ANY OTHER LAW THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ORDAINS: Section 1. Carryover as of December 31, 2023 along with estimated revenues for the calendar and fiscal year, are combined and reflected as the total funds available in each of the following funds: Fund Fiscal Year 2023 General Fund $ 210,366,475 Utility Fund 131,019,808 Golf Course Fund 6,310,202 Parking Management Fund 795,379 Fleet Maintenance Fund 4,622,251 General Capital Outlay Replacement Fund 4,574,000 Parks Open Space & Trails Fund 14,421,845 Conservation Trust Fund 1,250,000 General Capital Improvement Fund 21,317,557 General Debt Service Fund 2,754,223 Total Appropriations $ 397,433,740 Less Transfer Appropriations $ (42,559,530) Total Appropriations, Net of Transfers

$

354,874,210

Section 2. The following amounts are hereby appropriated for expenditures by fund to be expended by the City Manager in accordance with the “City Charter: Fund Fiscal Year 2024 General Fund $ 210,366,475 Utility Fund 131,019,808 Golf Course Fund 6,310,202 Parking Management Fund 795,379 Fleet Maintenance Fund 4,622,251 General Capital Outlay Replacement Fund 4,574,000 Parks Open Space & Trails Fund 14,421,845 Conservation Trust Fund 1,250,000 General Capital Improvement Fund 21,317,557 General Debt Service Fund 2,754,223 Total Appropriations $ 397,433,740 Less Transfer Appropriations $ (42,559,530) Total Appropriations, Net of Transfers

$

354,874,210

Section 3. This ordinance shall become effective January 1, 2024.

Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage after second reading. The title and purpose of this ordinance shall be published prior to its consideration on second reading. The full text of this ordinance shall be published within ten (10) days after its enactment after second reading.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND TITLE AND PURPOSE ORDERED PUBLISHED this 9th day of October, 2023.

PASSED, ENACTED ON SECOND READING, AND FULL TEXT ORDERED PUBLISHED this 23rd day of October, 2023.

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