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HONORING THEIR SERVICE Event pays tribute to the sacrifices of veterans P12
READY TO WORK The winning school board candidates give an overview of their priorities P2
A GREATER UNDERSTANDING
School district puts focus on social and emotional learning P6
ADVANCING TO STATE
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Newly elected school board directors ready to work Losing candidate says conservatives gaining traction in Douglas County BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Candidates who prevailed in the Douglas County School Board election say they are ready to start working on the issues they campaigned on. Among their top priorities — school safety and the district’s work culture. Following a May shooting at a school, school safety was a key issue among all six candidates during the campaign. It remains so for the newly elected directors, they said. Susan Meek won in District A and Elizabeth Hanson in District C. Incumbent and board president David Ray retained his seat in District F. Ray has been a staunch supporter of the district’s current safe schools policy, which prohibits arming anyone other than designated security personnel. He plans to Ray continue seeing where it can be improved. “We continue to just enhance the whole notion of what a safe school environment means, and so we’re looking forward to continuing to
build on that,” he said. Hanson said candidates heard a lot about school safety during the campaign and she plans to continue bolstering the district’s social and emotional wellness programing. Meek said she has reviewed reports compiled by committees that the Douglas County Board of Hanson Commissioners formed following the May fatal shooting at STEM School Highlands Ranch. Based on those, she plans to further promote consistency among schools, better communication and more collaboration throughout the commuMeek nity to increase school safety. Her opponent, Kory Nelson, served on one of the two committees. Individual priorities Hanson, who has a background in employment law, made the district’s work culture her priority while campaigning. She plans to tour district schools, where she says she’ll speak with school personnel to learn which employment issues are most important to them. “I really want to make sure that our employment environment is the absolute best that we can offer our
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der voted.” He specifically compared employees,” she said. “Because I the number of people who voted in know that’s how we give our students the school board election to that of the best.” Proposition CC. There were 107,410 Hanson also aims to work closely Douglas County votes on Proposition with the district’s employee council. CC and 92,323 cast in the race beThe group of 40 district personnel is tween Jones and Meek. a volunteer advisory team through Turnout in the Nov. 5 election was which employees give the supernearly 43%, according to county reintendent feedback on issues like cords, compared to 38.4% in 2017. work conditions, compensation and benefits. “They do not have the trust. A very, Ray has four main priorities for his very small portion of the electorate second term, he said. Those are school came out and voted for them, but they safety, school culture, revamping should not take that as a mandate,” teacher compenJones said. sation and updatJones vowed to ing the district’s remain involved policies. in the school One of his and district and said the board’s bighe would watch gest recent projdistrict leaders ects, Ray said, closely. was the rollout “I’m not of the district’s going away. I new strategic still intend to plan. The district be a voice for is still forming conservatives, action plans to for parents in carry out each charter schools, of its priorities for parents of named in the children in home strategic plan, so schools that may Ray said he will one day go to a continue to focus Elizabeth Hanson, neighborhood on that effort. school,” Jones new District C Douglas County said. The plan focuses on safety and Kory Nelson, School Board member social-emotional who ran against health of stuRay, said he was dents, guiding proud to have students in post-graduate planning, secured more than 45% of the vote a positive culture, an aligned curagainst an incumbent board presiriculum, equitable distribution of dent. He also said conservative candiresources and employee recruitment dates were gaining traction in Douglas and retention. County school board elections. The district is also updating each of “As far as the last two cycles, the its policies, one by one, and working conservative candidates lost by 15,000 to align its curriculum so that stuvotes,” Nelson said. “This race was dents in each school are meeting the quite an improvement and I think we same benchmarks, Ray said. certainly kept control of the mesMeek said the district is in a critisage.” cal phase of its rollout of the strateIn 2017 and 2015, winning school gic plan. She hopes to help institute board candidates led by an average of methods for the district to measure roughly 15,000 votes. This year, two of the progress and success of the plan’s the three races were closer than that. themes as it’s implemented in the Ray, when asked for a response to district. Nelson’s comments, said the district is “finally seeing a community that Debate over partisan leanings says, ‘You know what, we’re tired of Some candidates who lost in the the contentiousness.’” election said results showed portions The community is becoming less of the community have lost faith in polarized, he said. the current board. “It’s not a political posturing game Andy Jones, who opposed Meek, anymore,” Ray said of the school lost by about 2 percentage points. board election. “That’s the crux of The board should be cognizant of the what doesn’t work, is when we label closeness of that race, he said. He ourselves conservative or not conseralso lamented voter turnout and said, vative. I think that’s the very reason “we found it very difficult to wake up we’ve had a tumultuous time in this a very apathetic community that undistrict.”
‘I really want to make sure that our employment environment is the absolute best that we can offer our employees.’
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major traffic jams caused by unique circumstances. • The Nov. 1 article regarding the “Save PACE Parking and Pine Curve” petitions inaccurately stated Pine Curve was sold. UDC Miller and the Town of Parker have entered a sale agreement, but the sale has not closed.
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Commissioners celebrate win for Ballot Issue 1A Board members are excited to work on improving roads BY ELLIOTT WENZLER EWENZLER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners began celebrating Nov. 5 after receiving news that Ballot Issue 1A had been approved by voters. Beginning in January, an additional $12 million will be added to the county’s transportation budget, due to the measure. While the ballot item didn’t increase any taxes, it did reallocate a portion of the 1% sales tax from the justice center to roads. After two years of negotiations around road funding, Board Chairman Roger Partridge was relieved when he found out the measure passed, he said. “It’s a lot more enjoyable to work on projects when you can see it’s going to be pleasing to individuals,” he said. As of Nov. 7, the ballot measure had more than 52% of the vote. In 2017, Commissioner Lora Thomas proposed moving 0.23% of the sales tax from the justice center to transportation. The measure, which eventually failed, was highly opposed by the sheriff ’s office, which said it needed the funding for planned projects.
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners celebrated the passing of Ballot Issue 1A during a Nov. 5 election watch party. From left, commissioners Roger Partridge, Lora Thomas and Abe Laydon pose for a photo. COURTESY PHOTO Now, it’s years later and the day after the ballot measure passed, Thomas was enthusiastic. “It’s just really exciting and satisfy-
ing,” she said. “I’m pleased that the voters recognized that this was a wonderful win-win opportunity to get some additional funding for roads, so
that the quality of our lives doesn’t diminish as more people move to Douglas County.” She said one reason 1A is a strong solution is because a large portion of the people shopping in Douglas County are coming from outside the county. “So they are helping fix the roads that they are using,” Thomas said. When the ballot question was approved by commissioners in September, Undersheriff Holly NicholsonKluth said the office would remain neutral. Now, she says she’s hopeful it will benefit the community. “Although I think the sheriff ’s office had concerns about (1A), ultimately the people decided this and that’s what’s important,” she said. And are there still concerns from the sheriff ’s office? “I think only the future will tell,” she said. “The sheriff ’s office has needs and budget requests for things we believe are important and we are trusting that the commissioners will fund those things that are important to public safety.” One thing the sheriff ’s office is hoping for is additional patrol officers, Nicholson-Kluth said. Now that the ballot measure has passed, the county budget will need to be amended to show the change in funding, Thomas said. SEE ISSUE 1A, P12
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A closer look at some of the Parker ballot issues Voters took an unexpected stance on at least one issue BY NICK PUCKETT NPUCKETT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Parker voters approved nearly all town ballot measures on Election Day. The one that did not pass surprised many members of town staff, but it has little, if any, implications on town operations. New development will have to pay its own way and mayor and councilmembers are limited to 16 years of total service. Here’s a look at some of the ballot questions. Measure 2J — Title change Every Parker-specific ballot measure passed on Election Day except for the one presumed to be the least controversial. The lone Parker measure that did not pass asked voters to decide between a title change for the town’s highest appointed office. Should the job title “town administrator” be changed to “town manager”? Measure 2J failed 53.3% to 46.7%,
the only of Parker’s 10 town-specific measures that failed. As of three days after the Nov. 5 election, 6,990 voted against the measure and 5,934 voted in favor. “Staff is a little bit surprised, only because it was just a housekeeping item,” Town Administrator Michelle Kivela said. “It’s just a title change. It’s not a new position. It’s just to be consistent with our home rule charter.” In Parker’s government, the town administrator is the highest-ranking appointed figure. It is not an elected position, but is appointed by the town council, who are all elected officials. In 1996, the town became a “counciladministrator” form of government, or a “council-manager” government. It is a common form of government for municipalities that ensures the town’s operations are run by professional staff hired by a qualified manager or, in Parker’s case, an “administrator.” Kivela was hired as the town administrator in 2017. Kivela said the measure may have failed due to confusion of the wording and the meaning behind the need for the measure. Since the town administrator is mentioned so much through-
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out the town charter, it’s impossible to show every mention of the title in the charter on a ballot question. Measure 2A — Excise tax Measure 2A, mandating a significant increase in the excise tax on new residential development, passed 57.6% to 42.4%. The measure takes effect immediately and repeals the impact fee currently in place to pay for capital projects that come with new development. The new excise tax figures were calculated by a third-party firm, TischlerBise. South Metro Fire Rescue will see a portion of those funds to help pay for their services for new development. South Metro Fire Rescue released a statement from Assistant Chief of Government Affairs Mike Dell’Orfano. “We have always had a long history of working collaboratively with the Town of Parker for the benefit of their citizens and taxpayers, and we are pleased to see 2A pass,” the statement reads. “As always, South Metro loves serving the citizens in Parker, and we look forward to continuing to provide the level of services that the residents SEE BALLOT, P10
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Educating beyond academics Schools seek right approach in social and emotional learning BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Eighth-grader Kendall Meibos stepped shyly onto the stage at the Pepsi Center in Denver and peered over a lectern at the crowd around him. Filling stands typically reserved for Denver Nuggets or Colorado Avalanche fans were about 6,000 employees from the Douglas County School District — administrators, teachers, board of education members and the superintendent. They came to hear the district roll out its new strategic plan. “Last year was very rough for me,” said the 13-year-old, as he described his struggles with anxiety and depression. A school counselor, he explained, had helped him learn to better manage those conditions — in life, at school and in the classroom. Talking with someone helped, he said, and he urged all district employees to remember that being open about mental and emotional health makes for better school climates. “I’m thankful,” Meibos said, “that the community that I live in knows that mental health is important.” The evolution of SEL During the Sept. 20 event, the school district walked through the major themes of its new strategic plan— its foremost guiding document for the next few years, with the first focus on health, safety and social-emotional support for students. Superintendent Thomas Tucker told the crowd the district would strive to provide that support for every student, including those like Meibos, who may be struggling to manage their mental health or emotional well-being. “Students need to learn in environments that are physically and emo-
Rocky Heights Middle School student Kendall Meibos speaks to thousands of Douglas County School District employees at the Pepsi Center. JESSICA GIBBS tionally safe,” Tucker said. The inclusion of social and emotional learning is part of a broader trend in education across the country. Historically, schools have focused on cognitive development in the classroom, said Finessa Ferrell, a social and emotional learning specialist with the Colorado Education Initiative, a nonprofit that partners with the Colorado Department of Education and works to improve the K-12 system in Colorado. But about 15 years ago, she said, concerns from employers about a lack of workplace skills among people they were hiring sparked a push to better equip students with creative thinking skills and the tools needed to work on teams and be self-starters. “The feedback we were getting from workforce folks was that students weren’t very prepared to work with each other,” she said, citing problem solving and interpersonal skills as examples. Meanwhile, the national organization CASEL, or the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning, was creating frameworks for social and emotional competen-
cies, which Ferrell believes took off among educators at roughly the same time. CASEL was founded in 1994. CASEL defines social emotional learning as “the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships and make responsible decisions.” The organization teaches those skills by focusing on five main areas: • Self-management and the ability to manage emotions • Self-awareness and understanding what triggers certain emotions • Social awareness, being aware of one’s own behavior and taking cues from other people • Responsible decision-making • Building positive relationships Social and emotional learning began gaining more traction with teachers in recent years, Ferrell said, when a “super push” helped it transition beyond a counselor’s office or school psychologist and spread throughout a school. And the nonprofit think tank Aspen
Institute’s National Commission on Social, Emotional and Academic Development — composed of leading educators, scientists and elected officials from across the country — concluded in March after three years of study that social and emotional learning should be integrated with academic development. The commission’s report, From a Nation at Risk to a Nation at Hope, says, “Children learn best when we treat them as human beings, with social and emotional as well as academic needs.” There’s also an increasing demand for social and emotional skills in the workplace, the report says, as employers are expected to work on diverse teams, manage difficult problems and adjust to rapid change. “The promotion of social, emotional and academic learning is not a shifting education fad; it is the substance of education itself,” the report reads. “It is not a distraction from the ‘real work’ of math and English instruction; it is how instruction can succeed.” The report says youths should be intentionally taught social, emotional and cognitive skills. Ferrell said schools and districts have yet to fully adopt this approach but she expects it will catch on in coming years. ‘Everyone is trying to do it’ To be successful, social and emotional learning should permeate education, Ferrell said. Academics shouldn’t be segregated from a child’s social and emotional development. That’s tricky when teachers already feel overburdened. “There are teachers who think this is just one more thing,” she said, “and there are educators who don’t understand why they need to do this, too.” But social and emotional learning has a direct link to academic performance, Ferrell said. “When we focus on social and emotional learning, we see academic SEE APPROACH, P7
13-year-old speaks out about mental, emotional health Kendall Meibos created more than 1,000 ‘calming jars’ BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
When Kendall Meibos, an eighthgrade student at Rocky Heights Middle School, feels anxious, he sometimes turns to his calming jar, a water bottle filled with glitter or beads that he shakes and then watches as the pieces inside move, helping him focus on something other than his anxiety. Eventually, he relaxes. It’s one of the coping strategies that Rocky Heights counselor Lori Qui taught him when his mother reached out to her for help last school year as anxiety and depression began disrupting his life.
“My brain was moving really fast, not being able to concentrate,” Kendall remembered. Conflict in a classroom, caused by other students with the teacher, triggered the issues, he thinks. Although he wasn’t the cause of the conflict, the teacher’s response to the class triggered intense anxiety, he said. He’s not sure why. Anxiety isn’t the only condition Kendall has struggled with, he said, explaining he also believes he’s battled depression. When the problems arose, Kendall struggled to sleep, couldn’t stay focused in class and generally felt angry and sad. Corin Meibos, his mother, said that feeling likely made him uncomfortable. “He’s not an angry kid,” she said. Since then, with Qui’s help, Kendall said he’s learned it’s safe to confront how he’s feeling.
“Anxiety and depression isn’t something that you run away from,” he said. “It’s just something that you have to try and get help for.” After Qui showed Kendall the calming jar, he wanted to enable more school counselors to help students the same way. In May, Kendall devoted his Eagle Scout project to creating calming jars to disperse in the community. To date, he’s made more than 1,000 calming jars. He’s also given numerous speeches at community events about his struggles with mental health. He hopes the jars help people manage their own symptoms and encourage people to seek help if they’re struggling. “Just knowing that it’s OK to tell adults and other people that you can trust,” he said. “We can all make a difference.”
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development as a significant beneficiary,” said Jamie Montoya-De Smidt, a prevention coordinator with the Douglas County School District. A 2011 CASEL study found students who participated in social and emotional programs showed an 11-point increase in their academic performance. They also demonstrated improved classroom behavior, managed stress and depression better, and had improved attitudes about themselves, others and school. That kind of programming also can lead to violence prevention, Ferrell said. Social and emotional learning often becomes a priority in communities that recently experienced a tragedy, such as student suicide or school shootings. Beverly Kingston, director of the Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence at the University of Colorado Boulder, said social and emotional learning can be a critical tool in violence prevention. “It actually addresses the risk factors that could impact future violence, so it’s really working upstream and giving kids the skills that they need so that they don’t end up becoming violent,” Kingston said. When forming the strategic plan, the school district sought input from students, parents and the community, Montoya-De Smidt said. “Social and emotional learning was at the top of what people said they wanted us to spend our time investigating and putting our energy and resources toward,” he said. Protocols for social and emotional learning At Rocky Heights Middle School in Highlands Ranch, social and emotional learning is filtered through numerous avenues, said Lori Qui, the school counselor who worked with Meibos. Those avenues include the counseling department but also classrooms and teachers. Teachers use small opportunities in their day-to-day work to teach students social and emotional lessons, Qui said. A teacher could, for instance, pull aside two students who had an argument and coach them to a resolution. Some schools have adopted Second Step, a social and emotional learning curriculum, which is also being implemented at Rocky Heights. Qui said staff are currently being trained in the program. “We really try to infuse it into everything that we do,” she said, “not just a curriculum that kids have once a week for nine weeks.” Nancy Ingalls, the district’s personalized learning officer, said the district this year increased the number of school counselors so that each elementary, middle or high school has at least one or more. Previously, most elementary schools did not have a counselor. “The fact that we have counselors in every elementary school is a huge milestone,” Qui said. Because counselors help teach social-emotional learning, Qui believes having them in elementary schools begins building the mental capacity of children from a young age, increases their resiliency and teaches them how
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What do social-emotional programs look like in the Douglas County School District? Here are some resources used in local schools. • Second Step — A program and classroom curriculum based in social-emotional learning. • Sources of Strength — A suicide prevention and anti-bullying program led by students in partnership with adults. • CASEL — The Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning is a leading organization in the field of social and emotional learning. • Counselors — Starting in elementary schools, counselors provide social and emotional learning for students and support teachers in the classroom. to interact with the world in a healthy way. The district also has two intervention teams and a mental health crisis team that train and consult with schools on social and emotional learning. “At the school level,” Ingalls said, “almost all of our schools are utilizing some type of social-emotional curriculum or program as a tool.” Another such program is the Sources of Strength program, an international program that brings together students from a variety of peer groups — athletics, theater, band, student government — to lead projects that combat myriad issues in schools. Suicide prevention and bullying are two of the chief problems the program aims to prevent. Many of Sources of Strength’s goals overlap with CASEL’s five focus areas, noted Montoya-De Smidt, who oversees the program. It encourages students to understand their strengths and needs, to tear down a culture of silence regarding mental health struggles, and teaches young people coping strategies. Five years ago, just four to five schools in the district used Sources of Strength. Today, 14 middle and high schools have the program. About 40 students participate at Rocky Heights, Qui said. Zac Hess, the district’s director of health, wellness and prevention, adds that the focus on social-emotional health shouldn’t be on students alone. “Social and emotional learning is as important for adults in our communities as it is for kids,” he said. He gave examples: Are staff and teachers aware when they’re overwhelmed, and how do they react when they are? How are teacher-to-teacher relationships? How can the district help staff improve its own self-management? When teachers master social and emotional learning, “that’s going to transfer down to our kids,” he said, forging more positive relationships between students and adults. And when children feel they have trusted adults in their life, Hess said, another protective layer is added that can prevent students from making poor decisions or feeling isolated if they are struggling. Meibos’ mother, Corin, an assistant in the front office of Buffalo Ridge Elementary in Castle Pines who has worked in the district for about eight years, couldn’t agree more. “I’m grateful,” she said, “especially because it’s impacted my family.”
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Parker budget steady, marginal growth in tax revenue foreseen Proposed 2020 budget remains relatively unchanged from 2019 document BY NICK PUCKETT NPUCKETT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Parker in 2020 will look a lot like Parker in 2019, or at least it’s budgeted that way. The town’s proposed budget for next year shows marginal growth in tax revenue, but town officials are expecting no loss in current services. The 2020 proposed budget projects a 2% growth in sales tax revenue, a conservative estimate based on data from nearby municipalities, said Mary Lou Brown, the town’s finance director. The 2019 actual sales tax revenue totals are expected to come in at 2%. “We approached (2020) as being pretty much flat with last year because we didn’t have a lot of new, incremental cash to work with,” Brown said. Brown and the finance team released the 2020 budget Oct. 15. It is scheduled to be voted on by council Dec. 2. The sales tax growth rate has been an issue for the town in recent years. Similar municipalities have experienced a trudging sales tax over the years, according to economist Phyl-
lis Resnick of the Colorado Futures Center. Last year, the town budgeted for a 0% growth rate in sales tax revenue, which Brown said the town will exceed in actual 2019 revenue. The same is expected for 2020. “What (the budget) tells us,” Brown said, “is we’re in good shape for 2020.” To view the 2020 proposed budget summary, visit ParkerOnline.org. Brown presented the budget before council for a first reading Nov. 4. The budget projects $53.7 million in expenditures, down from the actual 2019 budget of $57.6 million. Total revenue is expected to reach $53.6 million. The ending fund balance remains relatively flat with the previous year at $17.4 million. The town will see about $900,000 in additional revenue from existing sources. Brown said her theme for the 2020 budget presentation was “repurposing,” one such source being refinancing the town’s debt. The finance team was able to refinance the debt, from 2009, with a lower interest rate and using some cash to reduce the principal on the loan, saving the town $1.3 million annually, Brown said. The actual expenditures for debt refinancing in 2019 cost $7.2 million and next year’s is projected at $2.4 million. The 2019 figure included a lump sum to help pay down a large chunk of principle during the refinancing process, as well as one-time fees that were related to the refinancing.
A facilities master plan will be developed to determine which buildings need updating or renovating in 2020. A user fee study will also take place, which will take a look at things like building fees to determine if the town is charging enough to offset its costs. Parker Town Council placed a priority on providing services at the town’s current levels while working within the constraints of a stalling sales tax rate, said Mayor Mike Waid, who speaks on behalf of all six council members. Waid responded via email to the Parker Chronicle regarding 2020 priorities laid out in next year’s budget. “To address the impact of limited sales tax revenue growth, the town continues to look at ways to reduce expenses and to offset the ongoing cost of growth and development on our infrastructure,” Waid wrote. One such area, Waid wrote, was Ballot Measure 2A in this year’s election Nov. 5. The measure would place a higher tax on new development to cover the costs of services that come with development, if passed. The ballot measure initative would not affect the general fund, but rather capital projects for new development such as extra law enforcement and first responder facilities and capital improvements for major streets, among other things. “While sales tax revenue has leveled out a bit from previous years, it remains a challenge that we will
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continue to address as 2020 sales tax numbers come in,” Waid wrote, in response to a question about Parker in 2020. “To be very conservative, we have held 2020 operational expenses at or below 2019 levels.” The town is spending $2 million on employees, including implementing a compensation study, which includes funding the performance pay at 3%, Brown said, and adding six incremental positions, three in the police department and three administrative positions. Sales tax makes up 70% of the town’s general fund, which is the town’s primary source for most services administrative matters, police, public works and parks and open space, among others. The general fund culture budget saw a dip in capital expenditures from last year, reflecting capital projects the town undertook this year, like the Schoolhouse Plaza renovations. The parks department, Brown said, is in a state of maintaining its current amenities rather than looking at adding new ones because of the marginal sales tax revenue growth. The largest public works project is an $11 million project to widen Cottonwood Bridge, which will be paid for through the public improvement fund. The town and its urban renewal authority, Partnering for Parker’s Progress (P3), will contribute funds. SEE BUDGET, P10
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Task force seeks food basket donations for Thanksgiving Food bank to distribute food baskets so families in need can prepare holiday meals STAFF REPORT
The Parker Task Force food bank is seeking donations of holiday food baskets so local families in need can prepare Thanksgiving meals in their homes. Food baskets should feed a family of four to six and contain a complete Thanksgiving meal — frozen turkey, aluminum turkey pan, canned green beans, butter, stuffing, canned cream of mushroom soup, dinner rolls, gravy packets or jars, canned fruit, pie, potatoes, sweet potatoes, cool whip and cranberry sauce. Food baskets (or boxes) may be dropped off between 9 a.m. and noon Nov. 19, Nov. 20, Nov. 22 or Nov. 23 at the Parker Task Force, 19105 Longs Way. The food bank also seeks monetary donations in any amount. “The holiday season is a vital time to raise money for all nonprofits,”
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and businesses in the town have come to enjoy.” The new rates, compared to the old rates, are as follows: • Single-family homes: $10,178 (from $3,500) • Attached dwelling: $6,337 (from $2,700) • Dwelling unit within an apartment building: $5,567 (from $2,400) Measure 2C — Term limits Measure 2C, which places a 16-year lifetime limit (four four-year terms) on serving as either mayor or a councilmember, passed 72.3% to 27.7%. The old ordinance deferred to the state Constitution limiting a councilmember or mayor to two consecutive four-year terms, but had no lifetime
Steve Budnack, Parker Task Force chairman, said in a news release. “Any additional funds collected during Thanksgiving will be used to help provide limited financial assistance to prevent eviction or utility shut-off through the winter months.” Checks made payable to the Parker Task Force (memo: Thanksgiving) may be mailed to the Parker Task Force, 19105 Longs Way, Parker, CO 80134. You may also make a Thanksgiving contribution using PayPal through the Parker Task Force website, www.parkertaskforce.org. The Task Force can also use gift cards to local grocery stores. These are used to purchase perishable food for the food bank, for example, milk, eggs, cheese, meat and produce. For information about the Thanksgiving efforts, call the Parker Task Force at 303-841-3460 or send an email to foodbank@parkertaskforce.org. Thanksgiving dinners are just one of the services provided by the Parker Task Force, a nonprofit organization operated solely by dedicated volunteers providing short-term support including a food bank and limited financial assistance to those in need throughout the Parker, Elizabeth, and Franktown communities.
limit. Measure 2C received more criticism leading up to the election than any of the 10 ballot town measures. Opponents of the measure worried it would allow councilmembers and mayor too much power. Proponents, including most of council, argued it is necessary to have longer term limits to give councilmembers more time with their respective committees to work on long-term projects. Transportation is one of those. Councilmember John Diak spoke in support of the measure when it was proposed before council in April, noting it was important for councilmembers to be able to spend more time serving on various committees, in which they may be a critical part in executing projects that could take several years or decades. It also ensures there can’t be a revolving door of people jumping from councilmember to mayor and back to councilmember.
County Offices Closed Nov. 28 & 29 Douglas County offices will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Many county services are available online at www.douglas.co.us/online-services.
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The project will be phased out in two parts to eventually create two oneway bridges of two lanes each. Michelle Kivela, the town administrator who oversees all administrative operations in the town, including the budget, said it is encouraging
to see the revenue show a positive uptick, despite a five-year trend of declininng sales tax revenue growth. Kivela responded via email to the Parker Chronicle regarding the concern for a slow sales tax rate growth. “Even with the declining sales tax growth rate, in spite of a growing population, new housing and new businesses, our 2020 budget is a stable and healthy one and continues to accomplish our strategic goals,” Kivela wrote.
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aleb Sathianathan, a 14-yearold Trail Life scout, ended the Veterans Day celebration in Castle Rock reciting a poem, called “They Did Their Share,” written by Joanna Fuchs. “No matter what the duty, for low pay and little glory, these soldiers gave up normal lives, for duties mundane and dry,” Sathianathan read. “We owe so much to them, who kept us safe from terror, so when we see a uniform, let’s say `thank you’ to every wearer.” The Castle Rock teen from Trail Life Troop 8014 said volunteering at the annual event is something he does with his brother and his dad to show his gratitude for the men and women who serve. “They go out and fight for us, risking their own lives for people they don’t even know and yet they still do it,” Sathianathan said. “That a random, unknown stranger would fight a war for me and die in the process… it inspires me.” On the corner of Fourth and Wilcox streets in downtown Castle Rock, with a backdrop of the American flag whipping in the wind atop the Rock, a crowd gathered to honor military veterans Nov. 9. Songs were sung, laughter was shared and tears were shed as speakers went to the podium sharing their personal stories about a
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veteran who has impacted his or her life. Steffan Tubbs, a Denver radio host, was the keynote speaker of the event. He honored veteran’s who died in the past year and gave special shout-outs to veterans who fought in every war since World War II — all of which had at least one representative at the Douglas County Veterans Monument for the celebration. To the view remaining World War II vets, he gave a special thank you. “How many in the crowd remember recycling drives, remember Victory Gardens? To those who fought in the Greatest Generation, thank you… for saving the world,” Tubbs said. “Let us never, ever forget that we do live in the greatest country on Earth because of the men and women — many of them are standing right here today.” County Commissioner Lora Thomas told the audience about her father, a proud Navy man, and thanked veterans for their service. “These great men and women, sons, daughters, mothers and fathers, who left the safety and comfort of their homes to put everything on the line so you and me can continue to live in safety, comfort, and most importantly, freedom,” Thomas said. “To our great veterans, I say thank you for your service, your dedication, and most of all, your sacrifice, and putting all of us, the American republic, before yourselves. God bless all of you.”
A veteran plays “Taps” during the Douglas County Veterans Day Tribute in downtown Castle Rock Nov. 9.
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“I’m really pleased that our citizens are the winners now,” she said. In an emailed statement, Commissioner Abe Laydon thanked voters for helping make the funding possible. “This win wouldn’t have happened without you,” he said in the statement. The official results for the election
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will be available Nov. 29 after the county’s Board of Canvass is held. Transportation projects that will be funded by the reallocated tax dollars are available on pages 42 through 46 of the plan, which is available on the Douglas County website, douglas. co.us, by searching “2040 Transportation Master Plan.” “We have exceptional residents that really see that we’re looking out for public interest and spending tax dollars wisely without a new tax,” Partridge said.
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VOICES Lovers of classic machines are caught in a type warp
atched a documentary about typewriters. Titled “California Typewriter.” Came out in 2016. Numerous segments. Featuring typewriter loyalists: QUIET Tom Hanks, John Mayer, Sam Shepard. DESPERATION Others less wellknown. Hanks has a huge collection. Freely gives a typewriter to anyone who says, “Wish I had a typewriter.” On their desk within 48 hours. Craig Marshall Had a typewriter in college. Wrote let- Smith ters home on it every two weeks. Wrote all of my school assignments on it. Smith Corona. Had been my grandmother’s. It was a manual typewriter with a black ribbon. Making corrections wasn’t easy. Sometimes I just used “x’s” through the incorrect letter or word.
There were correction tabs that could be placed between the keys and the incorrect letter or word, and by striking the incorrect word or letter, the coating on the tab would mask the errors. There was correction tape, and there was liquid correction fluid. No matter how corrections were made, it was unattractive and it was often a mess. The correction fluid can harm the mechanics of a typewriter. Was liquid correction fluid invented by a Monkee’s mother? I’ll get to that story later. As Hanks rightfully points out, there will never again be a factory that manufactures exclusive, highend typewriters. It would be a wasted investment. The documentary might make you wish you owned a vintage typewriter. Some were works of art that didn’t work very well, but are still very collectible. Apparently. I don’t know anyone with a typewriter collection. Every other Friday during my freshman and sophomore years in
college, I wrote letters home. I wrote them on my grandmother’s typewriter, handwrote the address on the envelope, handwrote my return address in the upper left corner of the envelope, and put a five-cent stamp in the upper right corner of the envelope. Then I took the letters to a red and blue mailbox on Santa Monica Boulevard, dropped them in, and waited two weeks for replies. In the time it took to write the last two paragraphs, I could have written an email to Jennifer to remind her that dinner’s at 8, sent it, petted the dog, and started a new column with, “Watched a documentary about typewriters.” It’s a good thing we can send our thoughts and ideas and by email, isn’t it? Isn’t it? I receive four or five letters a year. There’s a reader who sends a handwritten letter — even more of a rarity — about twice a year, with comments about past columns. Who can tell me exactly what the
first six letters in the top row of a keyboard are? Bonus points if you know the purpose of the order. Bette Nesmith Graham invented Liquid Paper in 1956. She was the mother of Michael Nesmith, one of the four Monkees. A bottle of Liquid Paper came with a little brush. Sound familiar? You applied the correction fluid like nail polish. If you weren’t very good at it, there would be a clearly visible and offensive white scab on the document, with a new letter or word on top. Now look: In Microsoft Word, corrections are made for me. And I can easily rewrite an entire sentence. For example: “I just watched a very entertaining and informative documentary that features a number of celebrities and others who discuss their obsessions with vintage typewriters.” Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.
Consistent healthy self-image leads to consistent success “Success isn’t always about greatness. It’s about consistency. Consistent hard work leads to success. Greatness will come.” — Dwayne Johnson
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aving spent so much time studying personal and professional WINNING development WORDS strategies, philosophies and training, I think that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is spot-on here. And when I think of consistency, I think about the role I have seen it play in my own life, and in the lives of others when Michael Norton it comes to varying levels of success and the achievement of greatness. Conversely, when we look at a project where we didn’t live up to our
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potential, we could probably say that the only thing we were consistent about was being consistently inconsistent. Maybe one of the areas that held us back and where we were inconsistent could be found in the way that we viewed ourselves at the time. We had an inconsistent healthy self-image. One area of my life that has always been consistent is spending part of each day reading, watching, listening to, or researching educational and motivational content and programs. I thoroughly enjoy some of the newest subject-matter experts and authors who are out there right now and who are sharing ideas around leadership, sales, motivation, culture and other awesome topics. But I also love going back to some of the material and programs that helped to shape my own life, and the content that has created millions of successful people over past
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o matter where you get your news, chances are you have heard about a possible recession in the near future. A search for the word “recession” on Google recently increased five-fold. What does this mean for the Douglas County School District? The Great Recession, which began in December 2007 GUEST and ended in June 2009, greatly impact- COLUMN ed DCSD. While we can never completely predict how future recessions will impact our school district, thanks to careful financial planning, DCSD is well-positioned to “weather the storm” Kevin Leung should another recession occur in the near future. DCSD has adopted “fund balance neutral” budgets. In other words, this year’s revenue is paying for this year’s expenditures, which means we are not drawing down our reserves or “deficit spending.” DCSD
has healthy reserves in place equal to roughly 15% of annual operating spending. Also, DCSD does not budget money until it is secured — meaning we did not budget to spend the funds associated with the 2018 mill levy override or bond until the measures passed. DCSD is only reliant on sources we know are available. With the passage of the 2018 bond, funds are now available to meet our most urgent capital needs without having to rely on the general fund. DCSD schools can carry over unspent funds from year-to-year, meaning they are not held to a “use it or lose it” mentality. This promotes responsible spending at the school level. At the department level, zero-based budgeting is used to reassess needs on an annual basis. Department budgets do not roll over year-over-year without regard to cost-saving opportunities. Our financial team is consistently using five-year financial forecasting with input-driven financial models for future, multi-year planning. Our revenue is based on our enrollment. To that end, we engage a profes-
sional demographer to project each school by grade for the next five years. Did you know that DCSD has the strongest credit rating of any school district in Colorado (Aa1)? Our credit rating, combined with the prevailing interest rate environment, enabled DCSD to sell the bonds approved by voters in 2018 for an additional $40 million. In other words, DCSD was able to secure an additional $40 million of bond funds, while still honoring the “no new taxes” pledge given to our voters and taxpayers. Over the past 10 years, existing bond issuances were refinanced, resulting in $21.7 million in savings to taxpayers. Just this last year, DCSD has saved more than $1.3 million through competitive bidding processes and negotiations. Finally, our financial team has begun actively investing operating cash when it is
not needed for payroll and accounts payable, in compliance with state laws and DCSD Board of Education policy. This resulted in investment earnings more than double from prior years. The Colorado School Finance Act leaves us financially dependent on state funding. While DCSD has carefully planned and instituted strong fiscal policies to be prepared for a possible recession, the State of Colorado has already cut nearly $600 million from DCSD since 2009. We believe that while smart fiscal planning is prudent, the urgency and need for the State of Colorado to adequately and equitably fund public education in Colorado is critically important. Kevin Leung is a member of the Douglas County School District Board of Education and serves as the director of District E.
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lose your eyes, take a deep breath, and remember a time you fell in love and the bliss you felt. Perhaps you thought about when you met your soul mate, the birth of your child, or when you discovered your LIVING AND life’s passion. You AGING WELL may remember your heart pounding a little harder, your mood lifting and an extra spring in your step. How would you like to feel this every day? With physical activity and exercise, you can. Cate Reade Warm feelings of love are caused by chemical reactions that occur with the release of hormones and neurotransmitters inside your body and brain. The same feel-good chemicals are secreted when we fall in love and when we are physically active and exercise. First, let’s distinguish the difference between physical activity and exercise. Physical activity is simply adding more movement to your day, like doing housework, gardening or dancing to a favorite song. Exercise is physical activity that is planned or structured for the purpose of getting stronger and healthier. According to biological anthropologist and Research Professor Dr. Helen Fisher of Rutgers University who studies love, the chemicals that the body releases with romantic love include: • Dopamine creates feelings of
euphoria, increased energy, focus and attention and also triggers an intense rush of reward and pleasure. • Norepinephrine causes the heart to pitter-patter, pound harder and get blood pumping. • Endorphins are the body’s natural pain relievers and are chemically related to morphine. They also create a sense of well-being, security and attachment. Like romantic love, exercise releases dopamine, norepinephrine and endorphins. But wait, there’s more! Exercise releases more chemicals into the brain that are powerful mood- and mind-boosting substances including: • Serotonin is a natural mood enhancer that helps relieve depression. • BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) also helps relieve depression and enhances brain health and memory. • GABA (gamma amino butyric acid) helps calm the brain’s emotional circuitry. Exercise is a great outlet to cope with stress better. Then of course, exercise boosts energy and vigor, positively impacting all body and brain systems so you just feel good. As we age, diet, medications and stress levels all influence levels of hormones and other chemicals and can cause them to get discombobulated, leading to mood changes, anxiety attacks and aggression. Exercise has widespread effects on the body and brain to help balance the whole system. To experience these joyous feelings, SEE READE, P18
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Urban Village offers contemporary Indian food and aims to make the cuisine approachable for people who are leery of spice-heavy or buttery dishes. COURTESY PHOTO
Justin Adrian is director of operations for Tstreet Roadhouse in Lakewood.
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Thanksgiving meal alternatives are varied for those seeking lighter fare or less work BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
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or people who don’t care for the traditional Thanksgiving Day dishes, prefer a lighter meal or just hate cooking (and the cleaning), there are options. Dietitians are ready with advice for altering recipes or bucking the usual courses. And some restaurants stay open so people can leave the work to someone else. Broomfield resident Jessica Roberts is president of the Denver Dietetic Association and works for St. Anthony North Health Campus in Westminster. Her first piece of advice for anyone off put by the indulgent nature of Thanksgiving eating: Relax and enjoy yourself. “I think it’s important for everyone to remember that it is just once a year,” she said. Thanksgiving Day recipes are typically high-calorie and high in fat. There are the cheesy potatoes, sweet potatoes covered in marshmallows and stuffing dripping in buttery goodness. It’s OK to enjoy the deliciousness, Roberts said, especially in moderation. Most enjoyment from food comes in the first four to five bites, so Roberts
Charles Mani is executive chef at Urban Village in Lone Tree, which opened two months ago. COURTESY PHOTO recommends trying a little bit of everything as opposed to huge helpings of just a few options. For people watching their waistline or living with dietary restrictions, there are ways to adjust those recipes. Use olive oil instead of butter when basting the turkey or roasting vegetables. Try a nut-based crust for pies and desserts. For lactose-intolerant guests, make mashed potatoes with almond milk or vegan butter instead of dairy. Eat the white meat as opposed to dark meat from the turkey and pass on the skin. Both will save calories. Roberts also has tips for anyone who doesn’t like the usual Thanksgiving Day spread. There’s no hard and fast rule that people must have turkey, she said. Some families prefer ham or
even a Cornish hen, which is not as rich as turkey. “Remember that Thanksgiving and all these holidays are about being with people and enjoying people,” Roberts said. “Don’t let any food fears or food restrictions keep you away from spending time with the people you love.” While most restaurants close for the holiday, some stay open and urge community members to leave the cooking and cleaning to them. Lakewood restaurant Tstreet Roadhouse stays open on Thanksgiving and does every year, said director of operations Justin Adrian. They offer their regular menu, for people who prefer steak to turkey, but also a special Thanksgiving Day meal with “all
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the fixings” — homemade cranberry sauce, stuffing and mashed potatoes. “We’re doing smoked turkey this year as well as regular turkey breast,” Adrian said. “We brine it for 24 hours.” Adrian said they typically have a packed house on Thanksgiving. They get everyone from single community members to families who don’t have time to cook, most by reservation. Time constraints and the busy nature of hosting family are among the main reasons people opt to eat out, he said. The restaurant does close early, with last seating around 8 p.m., so employees on a later shift can leave to spend time with their own families. In Lone Tree, the 2-month-old restaurant Urban Village will offer Thanksgiving Day catering and stay open to the community. The eatery offers contemporary Indian cuisine dreamed up by executive chef Charlie Mani. Their dishes are low in spices and avoid butter, Mani said, two ingredients that often deter people from trying Indian food. He wants to make the cuisine approachable for everyone. They also cater to gluten-free, pescatarian and vegetarian clients. Mani said he’s keeping the restaurant open on Thanksgiving as a “thank you” to his Lone Tree community. He also has advice for anyone looking to bypass traditional Thanksgiving dishes or planning on cooking themselves. “Just come and eat my food,” he said with a laugh. “Don’t do my job at home, I’m here to do that.”
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Jazz bar set to open in Parker The Blu Note will hold a two-night grand opening celebration BY NICK PUCKETT NPUCKETT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
The feeling hasn’t quite hit Dale Trujillo yet. The Blu Note, a jazz bar, will open Nov. 15, a culmination of years of hard work to bring something different to the Parker night scene. At a private early opening Nov. 10, Trujillo said the bar brought to life a dream shared by he and his late wife, Gail, who died in 2018, just as the groundwork for Blu Note was being laid. “She’s been right here,” Trujillo said, patting his right shoulder, “the whole time.” The Blu Note, 19600 Solar Circle, south of downtown, will be the first jazz bar in Parker. It will also serve food. The idea is to have it become a community place, Trujillo said. He wants families to come enjoy the experience. Trujillo, a former rocker in a band called Gauntlet, which opened for acts like Ozzy Osbourne, Twisted Sister and Motley Crue when they visited Denver, said he got into jazz music about six years ago. “I fell in love with it because it’s different. The community is very tight-knit,” Trujillo said, “and the jazz community has embraced us. They want a nice place like this to play in, and that’s what we want to offer to them.” Jazz acts will be the mainstay at the Blu Note. The Tina Phillips Quartet played the kick-off party. The grand opening celebration will last two nights, beginning with Roots and Rhythm Band, a band playing everything from blues to swing, jazz and 50s style rock `n’ roll from Denver, playing Nov. 15. The next night will feature the funky New Orleans sound of Gumbo le Funque, also from Denver. To learn more about the Blu Note, visit blunoteparker.com or visit its Facebook page.
The Tina Phillips Quartet plays at the Blu Note. Nov. 10.
A bassist and drummer from the Tina Phillips Quartet jam at the Blu Note, making them the debut artists for the soon-to-open jazz bar in Parker.
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HOW TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Editor’s note: How to Make a Difference listings are published free, on a spaceavailable basis. Listings are submitted by the community; to submit a listing, or to change or delete an existing listing, contact hharden@coloradocommunitymedia.com. Deadline is noon Wednesday a week before publication. Littleton Immigrant Resources Center needs volunteers to tutor immigrants in the following programs: Language Partners: People who want to improve their English work with volunteers. We provide curriculum and textbooks, though tutors can do supplementary activities with their partners (field trips, projects, etc). Minimum commitment is one hour per week. Citizenship Mentoring: For people who cannot attend our citizenship classes because of schedules, volunteers work one-on-one with clients who are preparing for the citizenship test. We provide textbooks and teaching materials. Minimum commitment is three hours per week. Volunteers and students are matched based on availability and preferences. Most tutors and students meet at Bemis Library, though you are welcome to meet in other libraries or public spaces. The center provides training, teaching materials, and guidance throughout your tutoring. Volunteers must attend an orientation/training session, fill out the volunteer registration form, and pass a background check to begin. Contact: Erica Bisbey. 303-734-8411 or
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several decades. As a matter of fact, the inspiration for this week’s column came as I watched old clips and listened to a few of my favorite authors and experts whose advice is considered timeless. Zig Ziglar, Tom Hopkins, Brian Tracy, Stephen Covey, Denis Waitley, and David Sandler. There are many other men and women who offer such great and inspiring advice, but this week I
libeb@littletongov.org. Learn more at https://www.littletongov.org/city-services/ immigrant-resources-center. Lone Tree Police Department Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS): Provides assistance within the Police Department in both Administrative and Patrol functions. Need: Volunteers are needed to assist with many areas within the Police Department to include patrol functions, fingerprinting, and fleet maintenance. Requirements: Must attend the Lone Tree Police Department Citizen’s Police Academy, and submit to a background check. Additional training is provided based on area of interest. Patrol volunteers must commit to a minimum monthly hour requirement. Contact: chris.cooper@cityoflonetree.com Lutheran Family Services: Cultural Mentoring Program: We welcome refugee families and help them adjust to their new home. Need: People who can commit to working with refugees on skills for self-sufficiency and helping them learn about their new home. Requirements: Must be 18 or older (although children of volunteers are welcome to participate). One-hour training and orientation required. Contact: David Cornish, 303-225-0199 or david.cornish@lfsrm.org; go to www.lfsrm. org. Meals on Wheels: Delivers meals to
went back and watched or listened to the gentlemen mentioned above, some of the classics. And as I was taking notes and trying to relearn a concept or hear something in a new way, a recurring theme caught my attention. In each one of the programs I listened to or watched, the speaker focused on the importance of our healthy self-image when it comes to our success. They may have all had a different way of making their point, but they were absolutely consistent when it comes to making sure that we understand the correlation of personal and professional suc-
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residents in south metro Denver, including Littleton, western Centennial, Englewood, and parts of Jefferson County. Need: Regular and substitute drivers, kitchen and office volunteers. Requirements: Drivers must be 18 or older and background check is required. Contact: Complete application online at http://tlcmealsonwheels.org/apply/. Aging Resources of Douglas County: Nonprofit that helps older adults stay independent. Serves all of Douglas County. Need: Volunteers to help provide transportation, companionship, handyman and homemaker needs to seniors living in Douglas County. Very flexible. You choose how often you want to serve. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Contact: Lori at ardc@douglas.co.us. Nonprofit Wildlife Group: Works to protect native wildlife in Greenwood Village. Need: Volunteers help protect wildlife. Requirements: Must work two hours per week, schedule flexible. Contact: info@wildearthguardians.org Outreach Uganda: Empowers impoverished people in Uganda, especially women and children, to overcome poverty through income generation, education, training and other holistic endeavors. Need: Volunteers weekly to provide office support with fair trade craft show prepara-
cess to the way we see and feel about ourselves. As The Rock mentions in his quote above, it is consistent hard work that leads to success. And consistent hard work includes taking time to reflect on who we are and what we are. It means making the effort and investment in becoming the person that we want to be and consistently seeing ourselves in that way. And when we do, the odds are we will enjoy so much more in life. Several people have been attributed with the following quote, and here is Zig Ziglar’s version, “You cannot consistently perform in a manner which is inconsistent with the way you see yourself.” This is so important when it comes to what we bring to our lives, to our families, and to our work. That is because in a world where we are judged by “likes” and “views,” sometimes the “like” and “view” we have
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you may be wondering how much exercise is needed. Glad you asked! Research done by best-selling author Gretchen Reynolds suggests that just 20 minutes of physical activity like walking is all that’s needed for the euphoric feeling, and for general health and well-being. We have been led to believe that we need to work out long and hard for health benefits. Research is mounting to dispel this long-held belief. What are you waiting for? Just put
tion, mailings and miscellaneous office work. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. Office located at 9457 S. University Blvd., Suite 410, Highlands Ranch. Contact: Melanie Schnathorst, 303-6838450 or office@outreachuganda.org. Paladin Rescue Alliance: Christian nongovernment organization dedicated to rescuing human trafficking victims and building alliances to combat trafficking locally, nationally and internationally. Need: Volunteers to help organize supplies; donations of supplies. All donations are tax-deductible. Needed items include cleansers, skin cream, ointment, disinfectants, dressings, bandages, rolls, sponges, pads, dressing tape, gloves, alcohol pads, asprin, Tylenol. Age Requirement: All ages can participate. Contact: www.paladinrescue.org; Paladin Rescue Alliance, P.O. Box 79, Littleton, CO 80160; 888-327-3063. Parker Senior Center: Provides services to local seniors. Need: Volunteer drivers to take seniors to the center for a hot meal, to appointments, to the grocery store, and more. Contact: Louise West at 303-841-5370. PeopleFirst Hospice: Denver hospice. Need: Volunteers to provide companionship to hospice patients and their families. SEE VOLUNTEERS, P24
of ourselves becomes compromised when compared to the opinions of others. Especially others who may need a little help when it comes to their own self-worth or unhealthy self-image. So how about you? Are you consistently working on how you see yourself ? Do you see that awesomely special person in the mirror, or can you use a little help with developing your own healthy self-image? I really would love to hear your story at gotonorton@gmail.com and when we can consistently work on being who we want to be and who we were made to be, it really will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is the grateful CEO of Tramazing.com, a personal and professional coach, and a consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator to businesses of all sizes.
on a pair of sneakers and head out for an invigorating walk and feel the love! Cate Reade, MS, RD, is a senior fitness expert and entrepreneur on a mission to create an epidemic of mobility. She has been teaching, writing and prescribing healthy eating and exercise programs for over 25 years. She can be contacted at 303-315-7070, Cate@ResDyna.com or visit MoveMor. com. This column is hosted by the Seniors’ Council of Douglas County. For more information on the council, please visit www.MyDougCoSeniorLife.com, email DCSeniorLife@douglas.co.us or call 303-663-7681.
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Strengthening Our Local Economy Since 1955
Chamber’s Starligh�ng celebra�on honors annual tradi�on and brings community together Jingle, jingle, come and mingle in Downtown Castle Rock. The Castle Rock Starligh�ng ceremony kicks off the holiday season on Saturday, November 23rd in Historic Downtown Castle Rock. Presented by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, the annual “Ligh�ng of the Star” has been a community event shared by residents da�ng back to 1936. Join your friends, family and neighbors and come celebrate the warmth of our community. Ongoing ac�vi�es run from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come stroll the square, visit our non profit/sponsor booths, enjoy a hot chocolate, visit with Santa and so much more! The Starligh�ng ceremony will begin promptly at 5:00 p.m. on the main stage (corner of 4th /Wilcox) with the “ligh�ng of the star” approximately 5:30 p.m. followed by a fabulous fireworks celebra�on. Huge crowds are expected, please consider taking a free shu�le from one of our transporta�on stops. Shu�le Loca�ons: Douglas County High School, Douglas County Fairgrounds, and Castle Rock Adven�st Hospital Parking Lot. Not only will the star atop the Rock be lit this holiday season, but all the holiday ligh�ng downtown will sparkle. It’s enough to take the “bah humbug” out of anyone. Year a�er year, Starligh�ng is voted the “Best Community Event” and we invite you to join us as we help the community get into the spirit of the season. For a complete list of Starligh�ng entertainment and ac�vi�es, shu�le op�ons, and road closures please visit: www.CastleRockStarligh�ng.com.
As you can imagine, an event of this magnitude takes a lot support from the community and we would like to express our sincere gra�tude to the following businesses for sponsoring Starligh�ng and the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce. THANK YOU SPONSORS!
Gold Sponsors: IREA, Patriot Pros, Castle Rock Development Co (The Meadows) Westerra Credit Union. Silver Sponsors: Castle Rock Adven�st Hospital, AFC Urgent Care Bronze Sponsors: ANB Bank, Douglas County Libraries, Canvas Credit Union, Sky Ridge Medical Center, Ent Credit Union Sponsors: 30 Minute Hit, Avalanche Home Systems & Service, Black Hills Energy, Bellco, Brookside Inn, Chuck & Don's, Comfort Keepers, Easton Training Center, The Emporium, FirsTier Bank, Gravina's Window Center of Li�leton, Life�me Windows & Siding, Nytech Hea�ng and Cooling, Olinger Dignity Memorial, PB&T Bank, Premier Members Credit Union, Pro Plumbing Service, Renewal by Andersen, Sam's Club, The Meadows Family Eye Care, The Parlour, Topgolf Centennial, Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies, Whole Foods Market, Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick, Patoile, P.C. This event is made possible through the Castle Rock Chamber’s partnerships with the Town of Castle Rock, Douglas County, Castle Rock Police and Fire Departments respec�ully.
Saturday Nov 23, 2019 Ongoing Ac�vi�es: 2-7PM
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Live Music Professor M Band on the -Main Stage (4th/Wilcox) The Emporium (2nd/Perry) Fes�val Park (300 2nd Street)
Pe�ng Zoo, Olinger Dignity Memorial & Le�ers to Troops (4th/Jerry) ¨ Patriot Pros Kids Zone in the Wilcox bldg parking lot. ¨
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Santa will be at P.S. Miller Library (2-4 pm) & Castle Rock Fire Sta�on (2-6 pm)
P.S. Miller Library Ac�vi�es (Noon – 4:30 pm) ¨ Rink at the Rock Grand Opening ¨
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Special Thanks to our Title Sponsor:
Starligh�ng Ceremony begins at 5 PM, followed by fireworks!
View More Details at: CastleRockStarlighting.com
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Come out into the sunlight — with Claude Monet DAM shows works of French impressionist who changed art world through long career BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
A life-sized photo of a pleasantlooking man surrounded by flowers welcomes the visitor at the entrance to Denver Art Museum’s “Claude Monet: The Truth of Nature,” the major exhibit of more than 100 paintings by the French impressionist that opened Oct. 21 and will remain through the holidays until Feb. 2. Clearly a don’t-miss for art lovers, this is an exhibit with works painted in many locations (Monet loved to travel) and in a palette that is bright and light — even in a snowy scene in wintry Norway. It speaks to anyone who can see it. Monet loved any and all flowers and eventually designed and planted his own extensive garden at Giverny in northern France, the locale for many of those lovely paintings of water lilies we associate with him. But this exhibit, organized with the new Museum Barberini, in Potsdam, Germany, also includes glimpses of the countryside, as well as towns, across Europe, such as “The Strada Romana at Bordighera,” 1884.
IF YOU GO “Claude Monet: The Truth of Nature” is exhibited at the Denver Art Museum through Feb. 2, 2020. Timed tickets cost an extra amount above regular entry fees. See denverartmuseum.org or call 720-8655000 for information.
A man listens to the audio tour, stopping at the first known painting by Monet. The Monet exhibit features works from the artist’s entire career. “Claude Monet: the Truth of Nature” follows a long, successful and prolific career, from Monet’s first painting to be exhibited, at 18 — “View from Rouelles,” 1858 — to the darker “The House Seen Through the Roses,” 1926. Most are sunny, but he also loved fog, and the collection of works depicting London convey that
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Angelica Daneo, the chief curator at the Denver Art Museum, speaks at a press event before the opening of Claude Monet: The Truth of Nature. Daneo and a team from the museum, as well as from Museum Barberini in Germany, helped to select the pieces by Monet for the exhibit. PHOTOS BY KAILYN LAMB love, especially well. Angelica Daneo, chief curator and curator of European Art before 1900, worked with DAM director Christoph Heinrich and the Barberini’s director, Ortrud Westheider, to assemble the works exhibited on the second floor of the Denver Art Museum. Claude Monet was drawn to art before he reached his teen years and at 16, was mentored by Eugene Boudin and exhibited professionally while he studied. It was a time of change and resistance to it in the European art scene. Paintings exhibited at the Denver Art Museum come from museums across the world, starting with the early “A View From Rouelles,” loaned by Maruma Art Park in Japan, which urged that a work by his mentor, Boudin, also be shown. Loans from many sources include “Haystacks, Snow Effect” from the Shelburn Museum; “House Seen Through the Roses,” from the collection of the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam; Museu de Arte de Sao Paulo Assis Chateaubriand (“House of the Customs Officer” 1882) and “Path in the Wheat Fields,” 1882, from the Denver Arts Museum’s treasured half-dozen Monet paintings, bequeathed by Frederic C. Hamilton. This will be the only showing in the United States. As the exhibit’s title suggests, Monet, throughout his life, was tuned into the many moods and versions of nature and constantly sought out new experiences — in the garden, at the seaside, on country roads and in small towns and larger cities. How does the sunlight frame that old homestead today? Or that grove of trees or expanse of lilies? How does light filter through leaves — or reflect off surf at the sea’s edge? Think, as you stroll slowly through the galleries, about the skill the painter exhibited in his choices of
color and texture, the blending of brushstrokes, rendering of light and shadow … One can almost summon up sounds and scents with a focus on a given scene. The installation of the Claude Monet paintings is greatly enhanced, I think, by the choice of deep, intense colors for the gallery walls: burgundy, deep blue, intense green … The background color makes even a small, subtle painting pop! The viewer should understand how daring his approach to painting was in 19thcentury Europe. “Throughout his career, Monet was indefatigable in his exploration of the different moods of nature, seeking to capture the spirit of a certain place and translating its truth onto the canvas,” Daneo commented. The exhibit shows Monet’s eventual focus on certain subjects, such as haystacks, water lilies, bridges — as well as the eventual lack of humans in the scenes. Through intense planning and precise choice of planting materials, Monet, an expert gardener, created the surroundings he wanted at Giverny and translated them to canvas in his later years, working with as many as seven gardeners at one point. The exhibit fills three large galleries — about 20,000 square feet — and invites leisurely strolling and turns for repeat visits to some works where a connection seems apparent. A visitor should allow time to stop, sit, stare and return to that garden again … which may be difficult, because tickets are selling out and there will be more people than would be ideal for a relaxed visit. Be sure to line up a ticket before you go — it’s sold out for the next few weeks! In the spring, the exhibit will travel to the Museum Barberini. A large, colorful catalogue is available at the Denver Art Museum shop.
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Coat giveaway During November, check the closet for any extra gently worn coats you might share and take them to a South Suburban Parks and Recreation facility, where they will be collected for men, women and children who need them. See sspr.org.
rapahoe Community College art students combine talents with artists from Colorado School for the Blind, located in Littleton, for an exhibit that runs through Nov. 19 at the college’s Colorado Gallery of the Arts, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Admission free, Mondays to Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Colorado Symphony “The Brightness of Light,” scheduled this weekend, Nov. 15 (7:30 p.m.) and SONYA’S Nov. 17 (1 p.m.) by the SAMPLER Colorado Symphony, will be a premiere performance of the new work by Kevin Puts. Featuring superstar Renee Fleming, it is based on the story of painter Georgia O’Keeffe, her husband, photographer Alfred Steiglitz, Sonya Ellingboe and the New Mexico landscape she loved. Boettcher Concert Hall in downtown Denver. Coloradosymphony.org.
Fielder photographs Highlands Ranch Historical Society presents a program on Nov. 18 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. by photographer John Fielder from his new “Colorado in Black and White” book. He will tell stories and offer photo tips, as well as sell his books. He also has a new one for children, about his early years: “John Fielder in focus.” Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. Arapahoe Community College students and Colorado Center for the Blind students have collaborated on an exhibit called “Shared Visions.” COURTESY PHOTO special holiday gift … 303-795-3950.
Own an original The annual “Own an Original” exhibit opens Nov. 22 at the Littleton Museum, 6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton, and continues through December — an ideal location to find that really
Depot Art Gallery The Annual Holiday Art and Gift Market opens Nov. 19 at the Depot Art Gallery, 2069 W. Powers Ave., Littleton, and a shopper will also find a selection of one-of-a-kind gifts that range from paintings to jewelry and ceramic pieces. Open Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and until 8 p.m. on Fridays; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays.
Holiday production “Meet Me in St. Louis” is open through Dec. 29 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Littleton Blvd. through Dec. 29. A family production about a family anticipating the 1904 Chicago World’s Fair. Performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays, as well as Saturdays Nov. 30 and Dec. 21. (No shows Nov. 28, 29) Townhallartscenter.org, 303-794-2787, ext. 5.
Pottery sale Highlands Ranch Community Association pottery students hold a sale on Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. (Credit cards accepted). Meow Wolf Meow Wolf ’s “Dark Palace” party plays at the National Western Complex Nov. 22-24 with music by DJs such as Claude Vonstroke, MK, Guy Gerber, Lauren Lane, Dirt Monkey and more. Tickets: meowwolf.com/ dark-palace.
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CLUBS Editor’s note: Clubs listings are published free, on a space-available basis. Listings are submitted by the community; to submit a new listing, or to make changes to or remove an existing listing, contact hharden@coloradocommunitymedia.com. Support Divorce Care, a class and support group at Parker Evangelical Presbyterian Church, meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Visit www. divorcecare@pepc.org or call 303-841-2125. Douglas County Association for Gifted & Talented is a nonprofit group of parents, educators and community leaders that supports the educational and emotional needs of gifted and advanced learners in Douglas County. Affiliate of the Colorado Association for GT and the National Association for GT. Find our mission, newsletters, events and general information at www.dcagt.org. Dr. Phil Ultimate Weight Loss Challenge Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. Mondays in Parker. E-mail June at tman373@ comcast.net. EMPOWER Colorado, South Metro Support Group for parents of children with mental illness. Learn how to handle mental health challenges within the family and how to collaborate with the school system. Find out how to access resources for mental health care services. E-mail listserv and educational classes are also available. Meetings are from 6-8 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network, 155 Inverness Drive West, 2nd floor, one block East of Dry Creek (next to DirecTV and the
Light Rail) Englewood, CO 80112. Dinner will be served (usually pizza or Subway). Contact Carol Villa at kyvilla@aol.com or 1-866-213-4631. Healing Rooms of Franktown is the first and third Thursday of the month from 7-9 p.m. for anyone needing physical, emotional or spiritual healing at Castlewood Canyon Church, 389 Castlewood Canyon Road in Franktown. For more information, call 303688-8730. Healthy Lifestyle meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Church at Parker, 12250 N. Pine Drive. Call Dede at 720-851-1135. Learning English? Douglas County Libraries offers Saturday morning practice sessions at which those learning English can engage in casual conversation with others. DCL also offers ESL Book Clubs, where English learners can read and discuss specific books. Both meetings are facilitated by trained volunteers. For dates, times and locations, call 303-791-7323. Kidney Smart education classes, presented by DaVita Kidney Care, are offered from 6-7:30 p.m. the first and second Wednesday of every month, and from 10-11:30 a.m. the third Saturday of every month, at DaVita Parker Dialysis, 10371 Parkglenn Way, Suite 180, Parker. Instructor-led kidney health education classes will provide an opportunity for participants to learn about how kidneys function, the effects of kidney disease and the various treatment options available to patients as well as the role medications, diet and nutrition play in disease management and prevention. They are offered at
no cost. Classes are open to those diagnosed with kidney disease, along with their caregivers, family and friends. To enroll in a class, contact Julie Hobbins at 720-4569391. DaVita also provides an online kidney disease education tool at KidneySmart.org for those interested in learning at home. Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group. Parker Pals is a monthly self-help group for people with MS sponsored by the NMSS CO-WY Chapter. Meetings are the second Friday of each month, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Arapahoe Community College in Parker. Family and care partners are welcome. Parker Pals provide support, MS education, shared information, speakers, and programs. Contact Kathie Spies, group leader, for information, 720-842-0401. Narconon reminds families that abuse of addictive pharmaceutical drugs is on the rise. Learn to recognize the signs of drug abuse and get your loved ones help if they are at risk. Call Narconon for a free brochure on the signs addiction for all types of drugs. Narconon also offers free assessments and referrals. Call 800-431-1754 or go to DrugAbuseSolution.com. Narconon also can help with addiction counseling. Call for free assessments or referrals, 800-431-1754. Overeaters Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. Fridays at Parker United Methodist Church, 11805 S. Pine Drive. Contact Marie at 303805-9296. Overeaters Anonymous meets from 10-11 a.m. and from 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays in the Sedalia Room at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 2100 Meadows Parkway, Castle Rock.
Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group The Denver Branch meets from 3:30-5 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of every month at Christ Church United Methodist, 690 Colorado Blvd., Denver; parking and entrance in the back. For information about the Denver Branch meetings, call Dorothy Miller at 303814-2112 or email dorthy_miller@hotmail.com. Sky Cliff Center Caregiver Support Group: 10-11:30 a.m. the third Tuesday of each month at 4600 E. Highway 86, Castle Rock. Caregiving for adults can be challenging at times, and you’re not alone. For information, or to let the center know if you’re coming, call 303-814-2863 or email skycliffctr@ skycliff.org. Go to www.skycliff.org. Sky Cliff Center Stroke Support Group: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the second and last Wednesday of each month at Christlife Community Church, 5451 E. Highway 86, Franktown (lunch provided). 10-11:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of each month at Sky Ridge Medical Center, 10101 Ridge Gate Parkway, Lone Tree. Call Sky Cliff Center at 303-814-2863. TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursdays at Parker United Methodist Church, 11805 Pine Drive, Parker. Weighin starts at 3 p.m., a short meeting and program follows. We try to be finished by 4:30 p.m. We are a support group to help our members achieve an ideal weight. For information about the local chapter, contact Liz Jansch by calling 720-315-1257. For more information about TOPS, check out the website: http://www.tops.org/. SEE CLUBS, P25
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Wings Over the Rockies will honor Capt. “Sully” Sullenberger as its 2019 Spreading Wings award recipient. Sullenberger became internationally known on Jan. 15, 2009, when he and his crew safely guided US Airways Flight 1549 to an emergency water landing in New York City’s frigid Hudson River. The Airbus A320’s two Sullenberger engines had lost thrust following a bird strike. Sullenberger and his crew received international acclaim for their actions that day, including the passage of a Congressional resolution recognizing their bravery. Sullenberger was ranked second in TIME’s “Top 100 Most Influential Heroes and Icons of
2009” and was awarded the French Legion of Honour. “Captain Sullenberger is the pinnacle of aviation excellence,” Wings Over the Rockies President and CEO Maj. Gen. John Barry, USAF (Ret), said in a news release. “His exceptional acts during Flight 1549, his leadership in transportation safety and a lifelong passion for flight are the cornerstones of aviation merit and we are thrilled to be honoring him with our annual award.” The Spreading Wings Gala is planned for 6:30 p.m. Dec. 5 at Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum, Denver. The evening will feature a special presentation by Sullenberger, food and drinks, as well as a celebration of Wings Over the Rockies’ contributions to Colorado’s aerospace community. “Wings Over the Rockies is an important part of shaping and encouraging the future aviators of our country,” Sullenberger said in the release. “It is an honor to accept this award and support an organization so committed to educating and inspiring the next generation.” For information or to purchase tickets, go to WingsMuseum.org/ Gala.
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Contact: Rachel Wang at 303-546-7921 Project CURE: Delivers medical supplies and equipment to developing countries around the world. Need: Groups of 7-15 people to help sort medical supplies; those with medical/clinical backgrounds to become Sort Team Leaders; truck drivers to help pick up donations (no CDL required). Age Requirements: Ages 15 and older (if a large group of ages 15 and younger is interested, we can try to accommodate different projects). Location: 10377 E. Geddes Ave., Centennial Contact: Kelyn Anker, 303-792-0729 or 720341-3152; kelynanker@projectcure.org; www. projectcure.org. Red Cross: Supports the elderly, international causes and social services. Need: Volunteers to provide support Contact: 303-607-4768 or 303-266-7855 Seniors’ Resource Center: Nonprofit onestop shop of community-based services and care designed to keep seniors independent and at home for as long as possible. Need: Drivers to help transport seniors to doctor’s appointments, the grocery store, the hair salon and more. You choose the areas, days and times that work for you. Seniors live in Adams, Arapahoe, Denver and Jefferson counties. Mileage reimbursement and excess auto insurance provided. Drivers may use their own car or one provided by the center. Requirements: Must be able to pass a background check (paid for by the center) and have a good driving record.
November 15, 2019N Contact: Pat Pierson, 303-332-3840 or ppierson@srcaging.org. Go to www.srcaging.org
third Saturday Contact: Jami Martin at 303-693-2105
SMARTS! South Metro Arts Center Need: Help with public relations, marketing to public officials, fundraising, and special projects Contact: 303-790-8264 or gdnguy@comcast. net
The Right Step Inc.: Therapeutic horseback riding program for children and adults with disabilities. Based in Littleton. Need: Volunteers to help with horses before, during and after lessons, as well as to walk alongside clients as they ride to help keep them securely on their horses. Volunteers also needed to help with administrative tasks and fundraising. Requirements: Volunteers who help with lessons must be at least 14 years old and attend a three-hour training session. Contact: volunteercoordinator@therightstepinc.org or go to www.therightstepinc.org.
Spellbinder Storytellers, Douglas County Chapter: Connects the generations through storytelling. Need: Adults to tell stories to children in schools Age Requirement: Must be 50 and older Contact: Denise Rucks, 303-921-8462 or drrucks@me.com. For other chapters, go to http://spellbinders.org/ South Metro Medical Equipment Loan Closet: Loans durable medical supplies to those 18 and older in the South Metro area. Need: Volunteers to help answer phones 2-3 times a month for a day. Calls are taken on your cell phone and you make the appointment at the convenience of you and the client to accept donations or hand out equipment Monday through Friday. Requirement: Must be 18 or older; periodic training provided as needed. Contact: Donna Ralston, 720-443-2013. South Platte Park Need: Help with programs ranging from hikes, overnights, gold panning, sunset canoeing or HawkQuest events Contact: 303-730-1022 Sunset Hospice: Provides end-of-life support. Need: Volunteer training is from 6-10 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesdays; they also meet from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every first and
Volunteer Connect: Brings organizaations in need of volunteers in touch with individuals looking for ways to help. Need: help with nonprofit organizations in Douglas County Contact: info@volunteerconnectdc.org or www.volunteerconnectdc.org. Volunteers of America, Foster Grandparent Program: Foster grandparents volunteer in early childhood centers and public schools focusing on literacy and numeracy for at-risk children and youth. Need: Seniors on a low, fixed income who enjoy working with children. Volunteers work 15-40 hours a week. Contact: 303-297-0408 or www.voacolorado. org. Whiz Kids Tutoring: Help at-risk elementary and middle school kids improve their lives through academic tutoring, positive mentoring relationships and spiritual nurture. Need: Tutors to work one-on-one with elementary students at tutoring sites in Littleton and throughout the metro area. October to April. Once a week, afternoon or evening sites, Monday through Thursday. One hour of tutoring followed by a 30-minute club where kids get to learn about Jesus. Requirements: You just need to be able to read, love a child and pass the background check. Info: https://www.whizkidstutoring.com/ Contact: Ashley Weldon ashley@whizkidstutoring.com YANAM2M (You Are Not Alone - Mom 2
Mom): Provides a safe, free place to connect with other moms of Highlands Ranch and be paired with another mom as a support person. Need: Mom volunteers to be support people for other moms. Requirement: Must be a mom who can be real and lend support to another mom. Contact: Nikki Brooker at nikki@yanam2m. org or go to www.yanam2m.org. Zuma’s Rescue Ranch: Provides care for rescue animals, including horses and farm animals, and rehabilitates them into forever homes. Need: Volunteers from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day. Feeding and cleaning. Zuma’s also provides animal assisted therapy for at risk youth and their families; many of our once homeless animals have become amazing therapy partners helping kids and families. Contact: www.zumasrescueranch.com A Precious Child provides children in need with opportunities and resources to empower them to achieve their full potential. A Precious Child assists children and families facing difficult life challenges such as abuse and neglect, crisis situations and poverty. We work with more than 440 Agency Partners throughout eight Denver Metro counties including Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, Jefferson and Weld to identify children and families in the most need of our services. Need: Volunteers are needed in all departments throughout A Precious Child and we offer an array of volunteer opportunities to choose from for individuals (flexible and consistent scheduling available), corporate groups and community organizations. We accept groups of up to 60 attendees. Currently, we are in highest need of group volunteers and individual volunteers for our Store, Receptionist and Donation Center volunteer positions. More positions also available. Requirement: Minimum age to volunteers is 5 years of age, 5-12 must attend with a parent/ guardian, 13 and older can volunteer on their own. Contact: For more information on positions please contact our volunteer associate Joshua Walsh, at Joshua@apreciouschild.org
Weekend for Cause to benefit Haiti organization STAFF REPORT
The Parker Racquet Club will host a “Weekend for Cause,” benefitting Believe in Haiti, a local nonprofit organization. The event will feature a variety of tennis, pickleball and yoga activities. A variety of Haitian-made jewelry, ornaments and mugs will be available for purchase, and student sponsorship opportunities will be available. “Weekend for Cause” will begin at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15, with Yoga for Cause, followed by a Tennis Social for Cause. On Saturday, Nov. 16,
Pickleball for Cause will begin at 12:30 p.m. followed by a series of pro skills clinics for juniors and adults. The event includes an exhibition match between the Colorado State open doubles finalists. The match begins at 6 p.m. and features Jamey Swiggert and Santiago Sierra as they face off against Jesse RuderHook and Yannick James. Community members can support the event by participating in one of the many activities or by making a donation. Donations may be given immediately. To learn more or to register for the event, visit www. believehaiti.org or www.parkerracquetclub.com.
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Bowl-A-Rama to support Bessie’s Hope programs Organization pairs nursing home elders, at-risk youths STAFF REPORT
For 25 years, Bessie’s Hope supporters have gone bowling to raise money and awareness for the organization’s intergenerational programs that pair nursing home elders with at-risk youths. This year’s Bowl-A-Rama will take place Saturday, Nov. 23. Participants can go to www.bessieshope.org to register their team and start collecting donations. Participation includes two hours of bowling, shoe rental, pizza, beverage and goody bag. Prizes for collecting the most donations ($40 minimum) include a 25th anniversary Tshirt, a Denver date night and a Nintendo Switch. Check-in begins and pizza is served from 12:30-1:10 p.m., DCCFAd_GivingGuidepdf.pdf and bowling and awards will
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take place from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Three bowling locations are participating: Brunswick Zone Westminster, 9150 Harlan St., Westminster; AMF Littleton Lanes, 2530 E. County Line Road, Littleton; and AMF Monaco Lanes, 6767 Leetsdale Drive, Denver. The event is presented by the Rotary clubs of Highlands Ranch, Arvada, Aurora Gateway, Five Points, South Jeffco, Westminster 7:10 and Wheat Ridge. Bessie’s Hope provides education and training to youth groups, adult groups, families and individuals to bring generations together. About 2,000 youths from preschool to high school participate each year, with a large number coming from at-risk and residential treatment programs. The young volunteers spend time with nursing home residents, 60 percent of whom receive no personal visitors. Learn more about Bessie’s Hope by calling 303-830-9037 or 11/4/19 at 1:12 PM online bessieshope.org.
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Weight Loss Challenge meets every Saturday at 9 a.m. at Parker Nutrition, The Daily Shake, 17880 Cottonwood Drive. Pre-registration is suggested by calling 303-617-4253. For more information, visit www.ParkerNutrition.com. Widowed Men and Women of America, Link 6 for the Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree and Littleton areas, is a social group that offers a variety of activities for its members. Group meets for happy hour at 5 p.m. Tuesdays at the Salsa Brava, 52 W. Springer Drive, Highlands Ranch. Call Kay 303749-0169 or Dorothy 303-484-8811. Widowed Men and Women of America, Link 8: 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Las Brisas Restaurant, 6787 S. Clinton St., Greenwood Village. Features card and game groups, theater and concert events, outdoor activities, special dining and local sight-seeing. Call Shirley at 303-741-5484. Serves the Centennial, Aurora, Greenwood Village, Parker and South Denver area. Widowed Men and Women of America, a nonprofit organization of the state based in Denver, has more than 5o0 members. The group sponsors social events for members to make new friends and have fun with people who have shared life experiences. Members live in the Denver metro area and surrounding communities. Members are encouraged to visit different links to find the best fit for their interests. Contact Dorothy at 303-794-7547 or Les at 303-797-1209, or go to www.widowedamerica.org. Women’s Divorce Workshop covers the legal, financial and social issues of divorce and is
presented the fourth Saturday of each month at Southeast Christian Church, 9650 Jordan Road, Parker. Meet in the community room. Check in from 8-8:30 a.m.; workshop runs from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Register online at www.divorceworkshopdenver. com. Advance registration costs $35; at the door, cost goes to $40 (cash/checks only). Attendees will get help taking the next step by getting unbiased information and resources. Learn the options available and next steps to take positive action steps. Discover community resources, and talk with other women experiencing similar life changes. Volunteer presenters include an attorney, mediator, therapist and wealth manager. Discussion items include co-parenting, child support, family coping, tax consequences, property division, hostile spouses and more. For information, contact 303-210-2607 or info@divorceworkshopdenver.com. Political Douglas County Democrats executive committee meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of every month at various sites. Contact Mike Jones at 720-509-9048 or email info@DouglasDemocrats.org. Social-discussion meetings take place in Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, Parker, Lone Tree and Roxborough. Visit douglasdemocrats. org and click on calendar for more information.
Douglas County Republican Women meets at 11 a.m. the third Wednesday each month at the Lone Tree Golf and Hotel for dialogue about current issues presented by informative speakers. Call Barbara Piper at 303-768-8370 or go to www.dcgop.org or www.dcrw.org. Highlands Ranch, Roxborough, and Lone Tree Democrats meet at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of every month for topical speakers and lively discussion at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 S. Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Visit www. douglasdemocrats.org for more information.
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THINGS to DO
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Rue De Noel, A Paris Street Christmas Market: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 and Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds Events Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock. More than 60 holiday vendors. Partnering with Help & Hope Center (Douglas Elbert Task Force). Donations of winter comfort foods including hearty chicken or beef soups or other soups; oatmeal; pancake mix/syrup; cans of chili; pasta and spaghetti sauce; dried potato products such as mashed potatoes or potatoes au gratin; mac and cheese; hot chocolate; coffee/tea; hot cider; or a financial donation (every $5 buys 12 pounds of food). Go to http://www.aparisstreetmarket. com. Reconstructing an 18th Century ‘Metes and Bounds’ Neighborhood for Genealogical Research: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Castle Rock Colorado Genealogical Society program presented by Kirk Woosley Patton. Explore the development of a neighborhood reconstruction project and its benefits for genealogical research. Register at www. crcgs.org, under Education. Make a Difference Now: Choose to be Extraordinary: 6-7 p.m. Nov. 17 at Castle Rock Adventist Hospital, Ridgeline conference room, 2350 Meadows Blvd., Castle Rock. Mark Sanborn wrote “The Fred Factor,” a story about Fred the postman. He says, “Everyone can be a Fred but not everyone chooses to be a Fred.” Lifelong Learning: Eat Well and Meditate: 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 20 at Douglas County Libraries in Castle Rock, Philip S. Miller, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Geriatric medicine specialist Dr. David Warrick will share tips to help you eat well and meditate for better health. Registration is required at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org. Dancing in the Starlight: 6-8:30 p.m. Nov. 22 at Douglas County Libraries in Castle Rock, Philip S. Miller, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. An evening of dance lessons and demos to kick off the weekend’s Starlighting activities. Registration is required at 303791-7323 or DCL.org. Castle Rock Starlighting: 2-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 at Historic Wilcox Square, Downtown Castle Rock. Ceremony will begin promptly at 5 p.m. and the lighting of the Star will be at approximately 5:30 p.m. Santa will be available for visits from 2-4 p.m. at the Philip S. Miller Library, and from 2-6 p.m. at the Fire Station. Go to https://castlerock.org/
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this week’s TOP FIVE Clarence Darrow, Attorney for the Damned: 7 p.m. Nov. 15-16 and Dec. 20-21 and 2 p.m. Nov. 16 and Dec. 21 at 7275 S. Lima St., Englewood. Oneman play in two acts based on Clarence Darrow for the Defense by Irving Stone is a reminiscence of the unpopular cases in which the famous attorney was involved, the events of his personal life and his opinions about contemporary events. Go to www. ClarenceDarrow.webs.com Holiday Celebration: 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Drive, Centennial. Free event brings the holiday season to life with festive songs, hot chocolate and, of course, Santa Claus. Go to https://www.centennialco.gov/Calendar Chaparral Performing Arts Gala & Auction: 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at Chaparral High School, 15655 Brookstone Drive, Parker. Special performances from theater, choir, band and orchestra
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The Denver Dolls: A Musical Tribute to Vets: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. World War II era-inspired harmonies of The Denver Dolls. This vintage, allfemale trio will delight you with a wide variety of music, including swing, jazz, big band tunes and modern melodies. Centennial Active Seniors program. Go to https://www.centennialco.gov/ Calendar 17 Mile House Open House and Tours: 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Nov. 16 and Dec. 7 at 8181 S. Parker Road, Centennial. Property is between the 75-acre Norton Farm Open Space owned by the Town of Parker and the 107-acre Parker Jordan/Centennial Open Space. Visit a 155-year-old farm that was a resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/ Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s. Includes historic house, red barn, silo and milk shet, which were restored to their known conditions in the early 1900s. Go to http://co.arapahoe.co.us/ Facilities/Facility/Details/17-MileHouse-Farm-Park-23
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groups, along with an online silent auction. Learn more at www.chspatrons.org or www.facebook. com/ChaparralTheatre. John Fielder Slide Show: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18 at Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. Fielder presents a slide show featuring more than 200 of his Colorado photographs. Go to http://thehrhs.org. Tagawa Holiday Decorating: 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Master Gardener Luan Akin shares ideas for holiday decorating. Part of SPARK, a free program offered in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association for people experiencing mild memory loss, early stage Alzheimer’s, or a related dementia, and their family, friends, and guests. Call 720509-1000 or go to www.lonetreeartscenter.org.
Extraordinary Cranberry: 1-2 p.m. Nov. 16 at Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, 11753 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial. The benefits of America’s original superfruit go beyond bladder health to support the gut, heart, immune system and blood sugar stability. Go to naturalgrocers.com. Centennial People’s Art Gallery Reception: 5-6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18 at Centennial Civic Center, 13133 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial. For artists accepted into the People’s Art Gallery. Go to https:// www.centennialco.gov/Calendar Think Inside the Boxes: Organize and Analyze Your Data with Spreadsheets: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Nov. 19 at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Presented by Beth Benko, professional genealogist. Go to www.ColumbineGenealogy.com National Archives and Records Administration: Searching Our Nation’s Attic: 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19 at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Presented by Beth Benko, a professional genealogist and volunteer with the National Archives and Records Administration. Go to www. ColumbineGenealogy.com or visit the Columbine Genealogy page on Facebook page. The Struggle of Syria: 1:30-2:30
p.m. Friday, Nov. 22 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Learn about Syria’s complex history and how this informs current and future challenges for this pivotal player in the Middle East. Call 303-542-7279 to RSVP. Healthy for the Holidays: 11 a.m. to noon Nov. 23 at Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, 11753 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial. Learn practical solutions to stay physically and emotionally healthy and happy during the busy holiday season. Go to naturalgrocers.com. Alternative Gift Market: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 24 at Our Father Lutheran Church, 6335 S. Holly St., Centennial. Support projects around the world that help relieve poverty and suffering. Thirty projects ranging from water wells in South Sudan to medicine for Burmese refugees are available through our partner, Alternative Gifts International. When you purchase an Alternative Gift, a gift card is provided describing your gift given in the name of your loved one.
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Chicago: Biography of a City: 10-11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 15 at Malley Senior Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood. The story of the Windy City. Call 303-762-2660
Pottery Sale: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 18 at Southridge Recreation Center, 9568 University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. One-of-a-kind pieces handcrafted by Highlands Ranch artisans. Contact aleciahindman@hrcaonline.org. Gold Orman Jewelry Exhibit: on display through Dec. 12, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Gold is a member of the Littleton Fine Arts Guild and the Colorado Artist Guild.
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A Night in Hollywood Turkey Trot Dance Party: 8-9:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at Adventures in Dance, 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Call 720 276 0562 or Email info@ adventuresindance.com Pulmonary Hypertension Support Group: noon to 1 p.m. Nov. 15 at South Denver Cardiology Associates, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Jennifer Johnson, BSN, RN, CRNI from Accredo will discuss nutrition and exercise. Go to https://www.southdenver. com. Free Program and Lunch: Jane Barton Speaks: noon to 2 p.m. Nov. 17 at First Presbyterian Church of Littleton. Topic: The Big Squeeze: How will You Handle Being Caught in the Middle. Barton, caregiving ambassador for AARP Colorado, discusses how we can effectively handle caring for each other and our families. Registration required. Go to fpcl. org/barton or call 303-798-1389. Native Americans of Colorado: 2-3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. The stories of the original inhabitants of Colorado. Hands-Only CPR: 9:30-10:45 a.m. Nov. 19 at South Denver Cardiology Associates, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Watch a video and practice CPR on a manikin. You must be physically able to do chest compressions on the floor or a table. Limited to 20 students per class. Class is free; registration required. Go to https:// www.southdenver.com/eventregistration/?ee=9056. SEE CALENDAR, P28
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Bowl-A-Rama: Saturday, Nov. 23 at AMF Littleton Lanes, 2530 E. County Line Road, Littleton. Benefit for Bessie’s Hope and its intergenerational programs for nursing home elders. Checkin and pizza from 12:30-1:10 p.m. Bowling and awards from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Presented by Rotary clubs in the metro area. Learn more at www.bessieshope.org.
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The Nutcracker: 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15-16 and 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Presented by Denver Academy of Ballet. Call 720-509-1000 or go to www. lonetreeartscenter.org. Living & Aging Well Cookies and Company: 2-4 p.m. Nov. 20 at The Lone Tree Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway.
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Games, cards, puzzles, adult coloring books, and good old-fashioned conversation. Go to https://cityoflonetree.com/government/commissionsboards-and-committees/living-agingwell-seniors/ Denver Concert Band “Celebrations”: 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Selections that will put you in a holiday mood. Call 720-509-1000 or go to www.lonetreeartscenter.org.
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Nunsense, the Musical Comedy: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15-17 and Nov. 21-23 at the Studio @ Mainstreet, 19604 E. Mainstreet, Parker. Presented by the Inspire Theater Company. Call 720-545-5155 or go to http://www.inspirecreative.org/ Local Author Showcase: 2-4 p.m. Nov. 16 at Douglas County Libraries in Parker, 20105 E. Mainstreet, Parker. Enjoy light refreshments as a panel of local authors talk about their books, ranging
from juvenile, young adult and adult fiction to memoirs and cookbooks. A book sale and signing will follow the authors’ presentations. For adults. The event is free, but registration is required at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org. Warren Miller’s Timeless: 7:30 to 10 p.m. Nov. 19 at The PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. All moviegoers will receive discounts on lift tickets, gear, swag, and more. Go to https://warrenmiller.com/events/pacecenter. Mayor’s Holiday Lighting: 5:30-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19 at O’Brien Park. Sing-along to “Silent Night” kicks off the festivities, followed by a countdown to the tree and grand park lighting. Go to https://www. parkeronline. org/172/MayorsHoliday-Lighting A Very Electric Christmas: noon and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Dancers and glow-in-the-dark puppets perform to timeless holiday hits. Call 303-805-6800 or go to Parker-
Arts.org. Turkey Day 5K Fun Run/Walk: 8 a.m. Nov. 22 at Parker Recreation Center, 17301 E. Lincoln Ave., Parker. Go to www.ParkerRec.com/TurkeyDay5K for details. The Magical Land of Oz: 6 p.m. Nov. 22-23 and 2 p.m. Nov. 23 at the Schoolhouse Theater, 19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker. Kids production presented by Inspire Theater Company. Call 303-805-6800 or go to ParkerArts.org. Gentri: Finding Christmas: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 23 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. The Gentlemen Trio brings its signature “Cinematic Pop” sound. Call 303-8056800 or go to ParkerArts. org. Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. To place a calendar item, go to eventlink.coloradocommunitymedia.com.
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SPORTS 4A REGULAR-SEASON FINALE
A quick look at fast-paced field hockey
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Ponderosa’s Jack Hanenburg (18) gets surrounded by Heritage’s Hayes Krause (94) and Moises Islas as more defenders close in. Ponderosa’s Mustangs had a 13-point fourth quarter to win 26-19 against the Eagles on Nov. 8 at Echo Park Stadium. PAUL DISALVO
South metro teams move on to state in volleyball STAFF REPORT
Champions were crowned in state volleyball regional tournaments on Nov. 8-9 and the winners advanced into the bracket for the state championships. The state championships for all classes will be held Nov. 14-16 at the Denver Coliseum. A double-elimination bracket through the semifinals will be used in the state tournament, and all matches will be the best three of five sets. In Class 5A, the regional champs who qualified for the state championships were Chaparral, Cherokee Trail, Legend, defending state champion Valor Christian, Broomfield, Rampart, Fort Collins, Grandview, Highlands Ranch, Ralston Valley, Mountain Vista and Cherry Creek. In Class 3A, defending state champion Lutheran and SkyView Academy won their respective regionals and will be in the state championships. Here are a few highlights from the regionals. Senior Julianna Dalton and her
Valor Christian’s Madeline Mallory (6) sends one over the net as Rock Canyon’s Lauren Shea (4) and Taylor Holter (8) have blocks on their minds. Mallory’s Eagles needed 4 games to eliminate Rock Canyon after defeating Rocky Mountain earlier in the day to win the 5A Regional Saturday at Valor Christian. PAUL DISALVO sister, sophomore Katie Dalton, led Chaparral to victories over Denver East and Arapahoe in the Class 5A Region 1 tournament. Julianna had
a total of 26 kills, while Katie had 21. Makenzie Rice had a total of 37 assists in the six sets, while Katie Dalton had 34. Anna Davis and Caroline Reinkensmeyer led Valor to wins over Rocky Mountain and Rock Canyon in the Region 4 tourney. Davis had a total of 32 kills in eight sets, while Reinkensmeyer had 38 assists against Rocky Mountain and 46 in the match against Rock Canyon. Katherine Von Kraut was named Cherry Creek’s player of the match with 16 kills in a win over Chatfield en route to the Region 12 title. Grandview senior Nicole Yakushenok contributed 33 and 31 assists in wins over Fossil Ridge and Loveland, respectively, in the Region 8 tournament. Senior Sydney Cole 18 digs and 38 assists in a Cherokee Trail win over ThunderRidge in Region 2 and had 39 assists against Doherty. In wins over Lake County and Liberty Common in the Class 3A Region 1 tournament, junior Bella Vezzani had a total of 25 digs for unbeaten Lutheran.
watched and covered my first field hockey game on Nov. 5 when Regis Jesuit and Colorado Academy played for the state championship at All-City Stadium. For years I helped with the coverage of both University of Denver and Colorado Avalanche hockey and was involved with writing sidebars of both Avs’ Stanley Cup victories. Field hockey has some similarities to ice hockey, but they are very differOVERTIME ent games. A few of the obvious differences are: There is no checking in field hockey, goalies can’t catch the ball, the goals players shoot at in the game played on grass or artificial turf are larger than Jim Benton the ones in the game played on ice, a ball is used and not a puck, and field hockey has 11 players on each side because of the larger playing surface. Both sports are fast-paced and enjoyable, but a big plus for field hockey games is that while there are whistles and penalties, the clock runs most of the time, and high school games without any overtimes are usually over in less than 90 minutes. Many of the goals scored in field hockey come off of penalty corners. Don’t ask about the infractions because I have no idea after observing one game. But penalty corners, sometimes called short corners, are fun to watch as one attacking player pushes the ball into play from a spot on the back line at least 10 meters from either side of the goal post. A maximum of five defending players, including the goalkeeper, line up in the goal most of the time. The attacking player shoots the ball outside the circle while defending players scramble to mark offensive players who start outside the shooting circle. Before a shot is taken, the ball must go outside the shooting circle. A shooting circle is a semi-circle 16 yards in from of the goal and players must be inside the shooting circle to score a goal. The game was fun to watch and like many sports, hard to explain, so I asked Regis Jesuit coach Spencer Wagner to describe what makes a good field hockey player and team. “Great field hockey players often come from other sports (soccer, lacrosse, basketball, golf) because all of SEE BENTON, P30
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those sports happen in off-seasons,” said Wagner. “Field hockey players need both speed and endurance as well as the ability to develop stick skills. They need eye-hand coordination and the willingness to be coached. They also need friends in the sport because a strong social connection keeps people attending training sessions in the off season.” But it takes more that good players to make a good team. “Good teams are made of players who are empowered to problem-solve and make decisions themselves,” added Wagner. “Teamwork is really just approaching a problem as a group instead of individually. At the end of the day, the best team wins, not the best players.” There are currently 15 teams in Colorado and many are co-op teams with interested girls from a school without teams who wind up playing with another district or school in their attendance area. Participation figures for girls playing field hockey in Colorado have increased slightly over the past four years, from 557 in the 2015-17 NFHS data to 636 in 201819. “I’ve been coaching in the league for 20 years and I can say that interest in field hockey is
certainly growing but has lacked support from schools,” said Wagner. “Monarch, Northfield and South high schools are interested in starting field hockey programs, but as of yet, the school’s board/athletics programs have not put it into motion. There’s not a shortage of players wanting to play. What we struggle to find is umpires and coaches.” Honor roll Each week, performances of South Metro athletes and teams will be highlighted. This week’s performances were selected from games, matches and meets from Oct. 31 through Nov. 7. Legend’s Blake Rarog gained 257 yards on 33 carries and scored twice and had two receptions in a 34-7 football win over Chaparral on Nov. 1. Junior linebacker Tyson Lambert of ThunderRidge was in on 20 total tackles in a 14-13 football victory over Castle View on Oct. 31. Senior Emma Ammerman of Chaparral had a total of 43 kills in 15 sets played Nov. 2 in the Cheyenne Mountain volleyball tournament. Valor Christian’s Gavin Sawchuk scored three touchdowns and had 243 yards rushing on Nov. 1 in a 34-7 football triumph over Highlands Ranch. Lutheran junior Sabrina King had 95 assists in 13 sets played in the Metro League volleyball tournament, which was held Nov. 1 and 2.
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ThunderRidge, Legend, Highlands Ranch, Mountain Vista, Eaglecrest, Cherokee Trail and Smoky Hill collected first-round Class 5A state football playoff wins and advanced into the second round. ThunderRidge avenged an early season loss to Lakewood with a 17-6 win over the Tigers, seeded 17th, in a Nov. 7 first-round game. Legend advanced with a 35-23 win over No. 21 Rocky Mountain. Junior quarterback Kalen Shoemaker connected on 13 of 15 passes for 211 yards and two touchdowns for the Titans. Highlands Ranch led 10-0 after halftime and exploded for 28 points in the third quarter to pound 20th seeded Doherty, 59-7. Mountain Vista knocked away a final Mullen pass in the end zone to preserve a 24-16 win over the Mustangs in a Nov. 8 preliminary-round contest. Quarterback Jacob Barrett threw two TD passes, Grant Shells scored on an 27-yard interception return and Ethan Love kicked a 39-yard field goal for the Golden Eagles. Xavier Harrell rushed for 189 yards and scored twice in Arapahoe’s 17-7 victory over Castle View on Nov. 8. Eaglecrest built a 10-point halftime lead and held on to defeat Legacy, 34-31, in a Nov. 8 contest. Smoky Hill’s Obasanjo Sanni scored four times while rushing for 175 yards in a 48-6 romp over Overland. Second-round pairings for games that
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are scheduled to be played between Nov. 14-16 have 16th seeded ThunderRidge playing at top-seeded Cherry Creek, while No. 15 Arapahoe will play at second-seeded Ralston Valley. Mountain Vista, the 19th seeded team in the playoffs, will face a road game against third-seeded and defending state champion Valor Christian. The Golden Eagles (4-7) lost an Oct. 17 regular season game to Valor, 41-6. No. 13 Highlands Ranch (5-6) will play at No. 4 Regis Jesuit. In a Sept. 13 non-league game, the Falcons dropped a 49-14 decision to Regis. Fifth-seeded Pomona will host No. 12 Legend. No. 10 Eaglecrest will renew its rivalry against No. 7 Grandview and No. 11 Smoky Hill will go against No. 6 Columbine in a second-round game. In a final 4A regular-season game, Ponderosa trailed 19-13 heading into the fourth quarter but outscored Heritage 13-0 in the final period to collect a 26-19 win. Junior quarterback Jack Hanenburg completed 15 of 24 passes for 164 yards and two touchdowns in the victory, which gave the Mustangs the 4A Metro League title. In first-round Class 4A pairings, Ponderosa, seeded ninth, plays at Skyline in a 1 p.m. game on Nov. 16 at EverlyMontgomery Field in Longmont. No. 14 Heritage takes on Vista Peak Prep in a 6:30 p.m. contest on Nov. 15 at Aurora Public Schools Stadium.
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Christmas project collection sites to open Nov. 18 Sites in the south metro area will collect shoebox gifts for children overseas during Operation Christmas Child’s national collection week Nov. 18-25. Area families, churches and groups are transforming empty shoeboxes into gifts filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items. The Samaritan’s Purse project partners with local churches to deliver the gifts to children affected by war, disease, disaster, poverty and famine. For many of these children, it will be the first gift they have ever received. This year, area residents hope to collect more than 14,500 gifts to contribute to the 2019 global goal of reaching 11 million children. “I love seeing the local community rally together for a global impact,” regional director Paul Fischbach said in a news release. “We see all ages getting involved — and more and more every year.” For information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call 303-745-9179, or visit samaritanspurse. org/occ. Participants can donate $9 per shoebox gift online through “Follow Your Box” and receive a tracking label to discover its destination. Those who prefer online shopping can browse samaritanspurse.org/ buildonline to select gifts matched to a child’s specific age and gender, then finish packing the virtual shoebox by adding a photo and personal note of encouragement. Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s
SOUTH METRO DENVER DROPOFF SITES Mission Hills Church, 620 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 18-22; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 23; 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 25. GracePoint Community Church, 90 E. Orchard Road, Centennial. Hours: 4-7 p.m. Nov. 18-19; 3:30-6:30 p.m. Nov. 20; 4-7 p.m. Nov. 21-22; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 23; noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 24; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 25. Cornerstone Church SBC, 9941 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree. Hours: 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 18; 4-7 p.m. Nov. 18-19; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 20; 4-7 p.m. Nov. 21; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 22; 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 23; 1-4 p.m. Nov. 24; 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 25. Waterstone Community Church, 5890 S. Alkire St., Littleton. Hours: 3-5 p.m. Nov. 18-19; 3-6 p.m. Nov. 20-21; noon to 2 p.m. Nov. 22; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 23; noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 24; 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 25. Calvary South Denver, 9052 W. Ken Caryl Ave., South Jefferson County. Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 18-21; 1-5 p.m. Nov. 22-23; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 24; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 25. Purse, an international Christian relief and evangelism organization headed by Franklin Graham. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 168 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 160 countries and territories.
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Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make timely payments required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby.
November 15, 2019N Public Notice INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) #046-19 UTILITY TRACKED VEHICLE – SNOW CAT
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PUBLIC NOTICES THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.
Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 46, WILLOW RIDGE FILING TWO, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 21828 Longs Peak Ln , Parker, CO 80138
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NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on December 14, 2019, final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and Aggregate Industries – WCR, Inc. for the 2019 Asphalt Overlay Project, Douglas County Project CI 2019-003 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Aggregate Industries – WCR, Inc. 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, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said December 14, 2019, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Board of County Commissioners, c/o Director of Public Works Engineering, with a copy to the Project Engineer Daniel Roberts, P.E., Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and the Douglas County Emergency Telephone Service Authority (DCETSA), in conjunction with the Douglas County Facilities, Fleet & Emergency Support Services Department, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests bids from responsible qualified firms for the provision of the purchase of a Utility Tracked Vehicle – Snow Cat, as specified.
The IFB documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. IFB documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the above-mentioned website. While the IFB documents are available electronically, Douglas County cannot accept electronic bid responses.
Public Notices call Sheree 303.566.4088 legals@coloradocommunitymedia.com The current holder of the Evidence of Debt seNOTICE OF SALE
cured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
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Notice of Unclaimed Property, Douglas County Public Trustee
To Whom It May Concern: On 8/26/2019 4:41:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.
Original Grantor: HARRY JESSE GARMAN III Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN FINANCING CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIZENS BANK, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 6/17/2017 Recording Date of DOT: 6/26/2017 Reception No. of DOT: 2017042895 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $428,695.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $416,075.87
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make timely payments required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 16, BLOCK 4, THE VILLAGES OF PARKER FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 21570 Omaha Avenue, Parker, CO 80138 NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of 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 deliver 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.
First Publication: 10/24/2019 Last Publication: 11/21/2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
To Whom It May Concern: On July 24, 2019, the real property owned by Mable E. Swain located at 15455 Canyon Rim Drive #206, Englewood, CO 80112, was sold at the foreclosure sale conducted by the Douglas County Public Trustee. The sale number is 2019-0073. The amount the property sold for exceeded the total amount owed to the lender, Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC. The amount owed to Mable E. Swain, less the cost of this publication notice, is $83,606.78. The legal description of the property is UNIT 206, CONDOMINIUM BUILDING 3, CANYON CREEK CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP FOR CANYON CREEK CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED ON FEBRUARY 25, 2005 AT RECEPTION NO. 2005016276, IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF CANYON CREEK CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON FEBRUARY 25, 2005, AT RECEPTION NO. 2005016274 IN SAID RECORDS, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. To claim the funds, contact the Douglas County Public Trustee, 402 Wilcox, Castle Rock, CO 80104, 303-660-7417. If the funds are not claimed by the owner entitled thereto before February 21, 2020, the funds will be transferred to the Colorado State Treasurer as part of the “Unclaimed Property Act”. Legal Notice No.: 2019-0073 First Publication: October 31, 2019 Last Publication: November 28, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2019-0182 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/6/2019 10:59:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: Donald F Titzler and Amy E. Petersen Original Beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Hallmark Home Mortgage, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 3/28/2014 Recording Date of DOT: 4/4/2014 Reception No. of DOT: 2014016523 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $270,595.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $262,151.39 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make timely payments required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby.
Dated: 8/27/2019 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.
STEVEN BELLANTI Colorado Registration #: 48306 7700 E. ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230, CENTENNIAL, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (877) 369-6122 Fax #: Attorney File #: CO-19-864378-LL
Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 46, WILLOW RIDGE FILING TWO, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website : http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2019-0179 First Publication: 10/24/2019 Last Publication: 11/21/2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
Which has the address of: 21828 Longs Peak Ln , Parker, CO 80138 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2020, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2020, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of 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 deliver 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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First Publication: 11/14/2019 Last Publication: 12/12/2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/6/2019 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: STEVEN BELLANTI Colorado Registration #: 48306 7700 E. ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230 , CENTENNIAL, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (877) 369-6122 Fax #: Attorney File #: CO-19-866796-LL *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website : http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2019-0182 First Publication: 11/14/2019 Last Publication: 12/12/2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
City and County PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 19, 2019 beginning at 2:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Douglas will conduct a public hearing concerning the proposed adoption of a resolution amending the 2019 adopted budget. Any interested elector of Douglas County may file an objection to the proposed amendment to the budget at any time prior to it’s final adoption by the Board of County Commissioners. A copy of said resolution may be obtained for inspection at the offices of the County Commissioners at the above address in Castle Rock, Colorado, or viewed on-line at www.douglas.co.us. Legal Notice No.: 937153 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Bids and Settlements PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on December 14, 2019, final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and Aggregate Industries – WCR, Inc. for the 2019 Asphalt Overlay Project, Douglas County Project CI 2019-003 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Aggregate Industries – WCR, Inc. 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, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said December 14, 2019, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Board of County Commissioners, c/o Direct-
Bids and Settlements
Four (4) copies of the bid response shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “IFB No. 046-19, Utility Tracked Vehicle – Snow Cat” and mailed or hand-carried to the address shown below prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed bid responses will not be accepted. Bids will be received until 2:00pm, on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Bids will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any bids so received will be returned unopened.
Bids and Settlements
The Board of Douglas County Commissioners of the County of Douglas, Colorado, By: Janet Herman, P.E., Director of Public Works Engineering.
Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said bid and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items/services with the successful bidder.
Legal Notice No.: 937160 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Second Publication: November 21, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Account Number: 00012184
Please direct any questions concerning this IFB to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor, 303660-7434, criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said County of Douglas from all and any liability for such claimant's claim.
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on December 14, 2019, final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and Villalobos Concrete, Inc. for the 2019 Concrete Repair Project, Douglas County Project CI 2019-004 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Villalobos Concrete, Inc. 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, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said December 14, 2019, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Board of County Commissioners, c/o Director of Public Works Engineering, with a copy to the Project Engineer Daniel Roberts, P.E., Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104. Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said County of Douglas from all and any liability for such claimant's claim. The Board of Douglas County Commissioners of the County of Douglas, Colorado, By: Janet Herman, P.E., Director of Public Works Engineering. Legal Notice No.: 937161 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Second Publication: November 21, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Account Number: 00012184 Public Notice INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) #046-19 UTILITY TRACKED VEHICLE – SNOW CAT The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and the Douglas County Emergency Telephone Service Authority (DCETSA), in conjunction with the Douglas County Facilities, Fleet & Emergency Support Services Department, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests bids from responsible qualified firms for the provision of the purchase of a Utility Tracked Vehicle – Snow Cat, as specified. The IFB documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. IFB documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the above-mentioned website. While the IFB documents are available electronically, Douglas County cannot accept electronic bid responses. Four (4) copies of the bid response shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “IFB No. 046-19, Utility Tracked Vehicle – Snow Cat” and mailed or hand-carried to the address shown below prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed bid responses will not be accepted. Bids will be received until 2:00pm, on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas
Legal Notice No.: 937168 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #042-19 ON-CALL ELECTRICAL SERVICES for PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS
Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible, highly-qualified, and licensed electricians to assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with various County projects. While the Parks and Trails Division is the lead on this RFQ, there is the potential for other departments/divisions to contract for electrical services, as-needed. Individual projects/services will be discussed, negotiated, and issued as required throughout the 2020 calendar year.
The goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to assemble a list of several qualified individuals/firms that can be utilized, as needed. The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as a result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket Purchase Agreements. The Blanket Purchase Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, the County to utilize any minimum or maximum, dollar amount or quantity of services from any specific individual or firm.
The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RFQ documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the abovementioned website.
RFQ responses shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “RFQ #042-19, On-Call Electrical Services for PT&BG” prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed responses will not be accepted. RFQ responses will be received until 3:00 p.m., on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened.
Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all responses, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said response and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items and/or services with the successful firms.
Please direct any questions concerning this RFQ to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Legal Notice No.: 937169 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #043-19 ON-CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES for PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS
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New statewide panel tackles wildfire issues Colorado Fire Commission consists of 32 members seeking innovative solutions BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
The new Colorado Fire Commission is a “roll-up-your-sleeves” type of group. “It’s clear to me this is a group focused on getting work done on behalf of Colorado,” said Jefferson County Commissioner Lesley Dahlkemper, who is serving on the commission representing Colorado counties located on the eastern slope. “Colorado’s fire risk continues to escalate. This issue is a critical one for Colorado.” In early June, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed a bill, Senate Bill 19-040, establishing the Colorado Fire Commission. The overall goal of the commission is to “bring together stakeholders from across Colorado to come up with innovative solutions to our growing fire problem,” said Lisa Pine, the Colorado Fire Commission’s administrator. Pine added that while wildland fires are a big part of the commission’s focus, it will be also be looking at other related issues that affect
residents, such as insurance rates, for one example. The commission will “help inform how the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control grows in the future,” Pine said. The commission consists of 32 appointed members. Six are voting members, including the director of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control and the director of the Colorado State Forest Service. Eight are non-voting ex officio members, such as someone representing real estate brokers and another representing the insurance industry. The last 24 are the appointed voting members, The new Colorado Fire Commission meets who represent a variety of groups for the first time on Oct. 9 in Glenwood including fire chiefs, volunteer and ca- Springs. The commission consists of 32 reer firefighters, county sheriffs, and appointed members ranging from first municipalities and special districts. responders to county and municipality “This is an inclusive group that representatives who are all dedicated knows how important it is to hear to coming up with innovative solutions different voices,” Dahlkemper said, Public Notice to fire issues that affect the state as a as well as “the importance ofREQUEST being FOR QUALIFICATIONS whole. COURTESY OF THE COLORADO DIVISION (RFQ) #043-19 action-oriented.” OF FIRE PREVENTION AND CONTROL ON-CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES for TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS Senate Bill 19-040 directs PARKS, the comlocal communities,” according to mission to look at 10 fire-related Through this Request for to Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of the bill’s language. issues. These range, for example, Douglas County Government, hereinafter reBob Baker, from “developing an accurate ferred tounderas the County, respectfully requestsfire chief for South Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from reMetro Fire Rescue, described the bill’s standing of Colorado’s fire problems, sponsible and qualified licensed Engineers to the County, basis, withthe commission as “amdirection for including the number of assist injuries andon an as-needed various County projects. While the Parks and objectives.” But he added that fatalities, overall fire losses theis the lead bitious Trailsand Division on this RFQ, there is the potentialand for other departments/divisions to all the members of the commission causes and origins of structural contract for engineering services, as-needed. Individual projects/services will discussed, in ne- public safety, bringing arebeleaders wildland fires” and “assessing the cagotiated, and issued as required throughout the with them different areas of expertise. pacity of the state to provide emergen2020 calendar year. The group is “looking forward to cy fire support and technical expertise The goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to assemble a list of several qualified individuals/firms that can be utilized, as needed. The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as a result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket Purchase Agreements. The Blanket Purchase Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, the County to utilize any minimum or maximum, dollar amount or quantity of services from any specific individual or firm.
producing something that’s actionable,” Baker said, and “initiatives that will move Colorado forward.” The commission started tackling some of the tasks during its first meeting on Oct. 9 in Glenwood Springs. Members formed three subcommittees: statewide and regional coordination and mutual aid, funding mechanisms for large wildland fires; and improving fire data collection. Within these subcommittees, the members will identify research that needs to be done and start working toward problem-solving, Pine said. The subcommittees will come up with recommendations to take to meetings of the full commission, which will take place about every three months in different locations across Colorado, for discussion and action, Pine added. And then the commission will report its findings to the state legislature — the Wildfire Matters Review Committee, which is tasked with studying wildfire prevention and mitigation; the House’s Rural Affairs and Agriculture committee; and the Senate’s Agriculture and Natural Resources committee. “We’re looking at Colorado as a whole,” Pine said. “It’s important that we sit in front of the legislature to show that the commission was a good Public Notice came up idea, and that (its members) with real solutions of the fire REQUEST to FORsome QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #045-19 issues we’re facing.” ON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES for PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS
DA’s office boasts outstanding victim advocate Public Notice
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #043-19 signifi cant impact ON-CALLa ENGINEERING SERVICES foron PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS victims of crime.
Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible and qualified Landscape Architects to assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with others onvarious the prosecution team,projects/serlearnCounty projects. Individual vices will discussed, and issued ing the facts of bethe casesnegotiated, she is asas required throughout the 2020 calendar year.
complains. She is seemingly unthe lives of The RFQ documents maynever be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing affected by the passage of time or the System website at www.rockymountainbidsysvolume of availher caseload. Colleen Vogel “Theforunit in our(RFQ), office that handles A victim advocate with the 18th Judisigned and fostering relationships with tem.com. The RFQ documents are not Through this Request Qualifications The goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to able for purchase from Douglas County Governthe Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of is the gold standard, and our commutheGovernment, most horrible crimes against cial District Attorney’s Office has Douglas been County other agencies. assemble a list of several qualified ment and can only be accessed from the abovehereinafter reindividuals/firms that can words be utilized, needed. mentioned website. ferred to as children the County, respectfully requests nity and our office are better for having sees prosecutors and investinamed Outstanding Victim Advocate “I am honored beyond toasbe The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as a Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from reher here.” gators and out, it isshall be submitted in the Public Sector by the Colorado nominated for this award, aloneBlanket sponsible and qualifiedrotate licensedin Engineers to because result of this RFQ, shall be let considered RFQ responses in a sealed assist the County, on an as-neededand basis,emotionally with Purchase Agreements. Purchase envelopetaxing. plainly marked “RFQVogel’s #043-19, On-Call colleagues described her as so demanding Organization for Victim Assistance. receive it,” Vogel said in The theBlanket release. “I various County projects. While the Parks and Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, Engineering Services for PT&BG” prior to the a “silent warrior for victims” and “a There is on one have been with so Colleen Vogel joined the 18th Judidue dateVogel. and time. Electronic and/or faxed reTrails Division is the lead thisconstant: RFQ, there is Colleen theprivileged County to utilizeto anywork minimum or maximum, sponses will not be accepted. RFQ responses the potential for other departments/divisions to dollar amount or quantity of services from any rock ononthe SVU team.” For 12 years, has Inset the many talented and devoted cial District Attorney’s Office in 2007, will standard be received until 3:00 p.m., Friday, contract for engineering services, she as-needed. specific individual or firm. colleagues December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Findividual projects/services will be discussed, nePublic Notice According to the release, Vogel goes for commitment to assisting the most over the years. Any success I have is working in the Special Victims Unit. ance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 gotiated, and issued as required throughout the The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or the extra mile for victims and provides vulnerable and abused in Third ourStreet, com-Suite 130, Castle due in large to Rocky theirMountain support, and Vogel’s colleagues nominated her for Rock, Colorado 2020 calendar year. printedpart from the E-Purchasing REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS 80104. Responses will not be considered which System website at from www.rockymountainbidsys(RFQ) #045-19 the best service to them throughout a munity ,” District Attorney George to the strength I take the courage the award, which honors an individual are received after the time stated, and any reThe goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to tem.com. The RFQ documents are not availON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL sponses so received returned a s s e m b l e Brauchler a l i s t o f s e vsaid e r a l in q u aal i fnews ied able for purchase from Douglas County GovernSERVICES for cultunopened. court process. She supports release. “She will bediffi of our amazing victims.” in a government agency who has made STAFF REPORT
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Bids and Settlements REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #043-19 ON-CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES for PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible and qualified licensed Engineers to assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with various County projects. While the Parks and Trails Division is the lead on this RFQ, there is the potential for other departments/divisions to contract for engineering services, as-needed. Individual projects/services will be discussed, negotiated, and issued as required throughout the 2020 calendar year. The goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to assemble a list of several qualified individuals/firms that can be utilized, as needed. The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as a result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket Purchase Agreements. The Blanket Purchase Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, the County to utilize any minimum or maximum, dollar amount or quantity of services from any specific individual or firm. The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RFQ documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the above-
individuals/firms that can be utilized, as needed. The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as a result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket Purchase Agreements. The Blanket Purchase Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, the County to utilize any minimum or maximum, dollar amount or quantity of services from any specific individual or firm.
Bids and Settlements
The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RFQ documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the abovementioned website. RFQ responses shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “RFQ #043-19, On-Call Engineering Services for PT&BG” prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed responses will not be accepted. RFQ responses will be received until 3:00 p.m., on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened. Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all responses, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said response and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items and/or services with the successful firms. Please direct any questions concerning this RFQ to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday,
Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all responses, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said response and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items and/or services with the successful firms.
Bids and Settlements
Please direct any questions concerning this RFQ to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Legal Notice No.: 937170 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #045-19 ON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES for PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible and qualified Landscape Architects to assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with various County projects. Individual projects/services will be discussed, negotiated, and issued as required throughout the 2020 calendar year. The goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to assemble a list of several qualified
PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS
Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible and qualified Landscape Architects to assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with various County projects. Individual projects/services will be discussed, negotiated, and issued as required throughout the 2020 calendar year.
Bids and Settlements
The goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to assemble a list of several qualified individuals/firms that can be utilized, as needed. The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as a result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket Purchase Agreements. The Blanket Purchase Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, the County to utilize any minimum or maximum, dollar amount or quantity of services from any specific individual or firm. The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RFQ documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the abovementioned website. RFQ responses shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “RFQ #045-19, On-Call Landscape Architectural Services for PT&BG” prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed responses will not be accepted. RFQ responses will be received until 3:00 p.m., on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened.
ment and can only be accessed from the abovementioned website.
RFQ responses shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “RFQ #045-19, On-Call Landscape Architectural Services for PT&BG” prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed responses will not be accepted. RFQ responses will be received until 3:00 p.m., on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened.
Bids and Settlements
Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all responses, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said response and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items and/or services with the successful firms.
Please direct any questions concerning this RFQ to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Legal Notice No.: 937171 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
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