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COVID testing: Important, say officials, but is it free? Some health plans have refused to pay costs, lawmakers say BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

elementary level, and a hybrid model at the middle and high school level that will see students split their time between classroom and online learning. Families still have the option to choose a fully online curriculum at all grade levels. At the prior school board meeting

More than half a year after COVID19 emerged as a major threat to Coloradans, a big question remains surrounding a key element in the war against the disease: testing, and whether it should be free for everyone. Widespread confusion over whether getting tested for the virus is free has continued months after Congress appeared to put the question to bed with two laws in March, and questions have still lingered this summer as to when the public may be hit with unexpected costs. Some health insurance offered by Americans’ employers — known as self-funded or self-insured health plans — have refused to pay for COVID-19 tests at all or have required that consumers pay some costs, according to a letter from congressional Democrats to federal officials in July. That’s despite the fact that federal guidance issued in late June appeared to affirm that insurers refusing to pay for tests for those with COVID-19 symptoms, or who had recent exposure to COVID-19, is unlawful. Self-insured plans must cover services related to testing, according to the June 23 guidance by the federal Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury.

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Duck racers wrap up subdued Western Welcome Week Under blazing sun, duckies — and festival — float on BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Yes, the parade was canceled. Nor was there a pig roast at this year’s

Western Welcome Week. No fireworks. No concert. Littleton’s signature annual bash typically sends the city into a week of late-summer revelry, but the 92nd annual incarnation was pretty subdued. But despite the restrictions of the year of the pandemic, executive director Cindy Hathaway pressed

on, organizing online versions of auctions and art shows, and the firstever Western Welcome Week boxed pancake breakfast. South Platte Park still held a birds of prey demonstration and the traditional gold panning lessons. And on Aug. 16, what should have SEE DUCKS, P4

LPS affirms in-person start despite concerns Teachers fear that things could get worse fast BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Littleton Public Schools officials say the district is on track to begin

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the school year with in-person learning on Aug. 24, though many district teachers and parents say they remain extremely skeptical of the decision and would prefer the school year begin online. At the Aug. 13 school board meeting, the board reaffirmed the decision to begin the school year with five-day in-person weeks at the

MUSIC COMES ALIVE AGAIN Some venues bring back shows despite COVID-19 challenges P12

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at the end of July, Superintendent Brian Ewert introduced a four-metric scale that would be used to determine whether schools could stay open, based on county-level statistics of novel coronavirus infection rates. At the time, the metric showed the district scored a 4 on an 8-point scale, considered the bare minimum to reopen. Since then, Ewert reported at the Aug. 13 meeting, the data had improved, with the district showing a score of 7, largely driven by a reduction in uncontrolled community spread. Still, many teachers say reopening schools remains highly dangerous, saying the community’s improved infection numbers could become far worse once students begin intermingling in large numbers. “My wife and I have invested our lives in this community,” Littleton High School teacher Kevin Brooks told the board. “She has interstitial lung disease. She’s been a substitute teacher, but she won’t this year. I will never forgive myself if I do bring that virus home to her. I offer that starting remotely would solve nearly all the decisions we’re discussing.” The district has seen numerous teachers choose early retirements and leaves of absence this summer, said Michael Jones, the district’s assistant superintendent of human resources. About 1,500 students had enrolled in TOPS, the district’s online learning program, as of the Aug. 13 meeting, representing about a tenth of the district’s roughly 15,000 students.

Littleton Public Schools Superintendent Brian Ewert said he will take the group’s report seriously, but wanted to hear from people with other perspectives as well. PHOTO BY DAVID GILBERT Board hears concerns Some students and parents who called into the meeting expressed deep concern over in-person learning. “I don’t want my kids to be exposed to this virus,” said parent Ryan Stearns. “I don’t want my family members to be exposed to it... All the signs are pointing to this being a terrible situation. But my ex-wife doesn’t believe what’s out there. She wants them to go to school. I don’t have a legal basis to stand up for me. If you make decision to go in person, I don’t have a choice ... So I’m leaving it up to you guys. I need

the district to do the right thing. Don’t roll the dice and take chances with lives.” Numerous local districts have announced they will begin the school year remotely, including Denver, Aurora and Jefferson County. The Littleton Education Association, the district’s teacher’s union, submitted a letter to the board, citing surveys of teachers showing widespread trepidation about a reopening. The group said it cannot endorse the reopening plans, saying there is not yet enough information to ensure that

students and staff can be kept safe. “This announcement is made without animosity or acrimony, yet with gratitude to all of the individuals ... who have tried valiantly since June to create a safe and workable plan for reopening LPS schools in person,” the letter reads in part. Respondents to the survey, which the LEA says includes 80% of teachers in the group, which represents three-quarters of district teachers, largely say they feel schools do not SEE LPS, P3

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Littleton, Arvada manufacturers honored STAFF REPORT

Businesses in Littleton and Arvada were among the winners in the fifth annual Colorado Manufacturing Awards. Barber-Nichols Inc. of Arvada was named Areospace Manufacturer of the Year, and Carboy Winery of Littleton was recognized as Winery of the Year, according to a statement. The awards were presented Aug. 6 in a virtual program. The awards were cosponsored by CompanyWeek and Manufacturer’s Edge. “With so many positive developments underway here, there’s never been a better time to recognize the people and companies that are leading a striking transformation of the sector,” CMA founder and CompanyWeek publisher Bart Taylor said during the program. Among other winners:  Bioscience Manufacturer of the Year: Molecular Products, Louisville  Outstanding Food Brand/Co-

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have adequate safety measures in place. Overall, half of respondents say they would prefer a remote start to the school year. While a third of elementary school teachers surveyed said they prefer a remote start, nearly two-thirds of middle and high school teachers preferred distance learning to in-person education. “It goes without saying that respondents think that in-person instruction is more effective for most students,” the letter reads in part, but says “the health and safety risks posed by COVID-19 are greater than the educational rewards posted by the current LPS restart plan.” District makes preparations District officials say they have gone to great lengths to ensure the safety of in-person learning, including mandating face masks for all students in all grades except preschool, removing extraneous furniture and materials from all classrooms, securing supplies of personal protective equipment for teachers and staff, arranging for free coronavirus testing, and establishing protocols to reduce student intermingling. Principals who spoke at the Aug. 13 meeting agreed they are looking forward to welcoming students back to school. “There is no perfect plan,” Arapahoe High School principal Natalie Pramenko told the board. “We believe the current restart plan is the best opportunity to begin the 2020 school year. Schools provide so much more than just education.” “I’m aware of the rhetoric of teachers feeling scared,” said Bryan Breuer, the princiapl of Goddard Middle School. “It’s incredibly important to pause and listen and understand. I believe in science. I know these are difficult decisions. I’m a Littleton community member, and the father of two high school kids going back under the (hybrid) model.” Others expressed concerns that

Packer: American Outdoor Products, Boulder  Outstanding Craft Distiller: Dry Land Distillers, Longmont  Innovative Product of the Year: Guerrilla Gravity, Denver  Industrial & Equipment Manufacturer of the Year: TEI Rock Drills, Montrose  Outstanding Craft Brewer: Dry Dock Brewing, Aurora  Consumer Brand of the Year: Meier Skis, Denver  Cannabis Manufacturer of the Year: Hemp Depot, Colorado Springs  Advanced Manufacturing & Machining Award: StickerGiant, Longmont  Building/Construction Manufacturer of the Year: RK Mission Critical, Denver  Manufacturing Woman of the Year: Sue Frank, TEI Rock Drills, Montrose  Energy & Environmental Manufacturer of the Year: VAIREX air systems, Boulder reopening schools would simply result in widespread shutdowns if the virus causes outbreaks among students and staff. Ewert said district officials will work closely with Tri-County Health Department to contain outbreaks by strategically targeting close student populations, but acknowledged schools could see closures. Though board members acknowledged the situation is tenuous, they unanimously agreed to endorse the current reopening plan, saying there is no one-size-fits-all answer, and saying in-person learning is important to make sure all families and students have the chance to have their needs met. Board member Kelly Perez said she recently spoke with several high school juniors who were excited to return to school. “It’s about the students,” Perez said, saying even if outbreaks force school-wide shutdowns in a matter of weeks, at least students will have had a chance to connect with teachers in-person. “It’s scary. Nobody wants to go to work and end up dead. The thing is, after a lot of thought and talking to people, the district has done a whole bunch of work ... It was very powerful to hear principals say the teachers are excited. We’re all scared of ending up on a ventilator or dying. The district did a phenomenal job. Get the kids in school. Let them meet the teachers.” “I want our community to recognize this is not an easy thing we’re asking of this system,” said board member Carrie Warren-Gully. “The easy thing would’ve been to say we’re going remote ... This is an incredbly emotional time. We have to make a decision that’s the best for all of our students, not just some of them. We have students who could be home alone doing online. We have students in potentially in life-threatening situations that will only be reported by going to school ... We are moving together as a community.” “I’m at minimum ambivalent,” said board member Robert Reichardt. “But I’m placing my bet here. My two health-compromised children will go to high school in-person on the 24th.”

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Get your kids the new #YouthACOS Adventure Workbook today! Do you have kids at home or work with kids who need something to do, have something to say, or want to learn more about Arapahoe County Open Spaces? Well, we have just the activity to get them (and maybe you) into the great outdoors. Get details at arapahoegov.com under County News. Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) is now available in Colorado! P-EBT provides food-purchasing assistance to families with children who are eligible for free or reduced-price school meals and attend a school that participates in the National School Lunch Program. Visit coloradopeak.force.com/PEBT to learn more. Election Day is closer than you think! Make sure you’re registered and make your vote count! Check or update your registration at www.GoVoteColorado.gov.

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First-place winner Val Fetters claims her golden duck and $50 grand prize. PHOTOS BY DAVID GILBERT

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been the wind-down day after the Grand Parade lit up Main Street with pomp and circumstance, Hathaway presided over the final event: the Brad & Mary Bradford Memorial Duck Race. Dozens showed up for the race, which sends hundreds of rubber duckies down Little’s Creek. Under a scorching high-noon sun rendered pale red by distant wildfires, the air tinged with whiffs of smoke,

Ducks float westward down Little’s Creek.

stood the faithful: the grandparents, the young families, those for whom Western Welcome Week is a tradition, and by gosh they’re going to the duck race. The creek had run dry, but firefighters from South Metro Fire Rescue ran a line from a hydrant to set the ducks afloat. Val Fetters, who won the $50 grand prize, said she’s attended as many events as she can at every Western Welcome Week since 1965. “Honestly I spent most of my time here today just saying hi to people I know,” she said. “It felt, well, normal.”

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Colorado’s mask rule extended into mid-September Polis says wearing masks ‘may have significant economic benefits’ THE COLORADO SUN

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis on Aug. 14 extended his statewide mask-wearing mandate, aimed at reducing spread of the coronavirus, into midSeptember. The mandate, requiring Coloradans 11 years old and above to wear a mask when in indoor public spaces, was set to expire in mid-August. It will now be in effect until at least Sept. 13. Violators may be “subject to civil or criminal penalties, including but not limited to prosecution for trespass,” the governor’s order says. “We have learned that widespread mask use is a low cost and highly effective way to reduce the spread of COVID-19 infections by as much as 65%,” Polis said in his order extending the mandate. “Broad adoption of mask wearing in

Colorado may have significant economic benefits by allowing the State to prevent re-closures of businesses and schools and, ultimately, return to our normal lives more quickly.” The extension, which lasts 30 days, was expected. Polis was initially hesitant to enact a mask mandate, but after cases and hospitalizations began rising steadily in Colorado, and after a host of counties and cities enacted mask-wearing requirements, he embraced the idea. Local public health departments in Colorado, which have been doing public mask-wearing surveillance, report they have seen 90% compliance in recent weeks, coinciding with Polis’ order. That’s after those percentages were slipping in June. This story is from The Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned news outlet based in Denver and covering the state. Used by permission. For more, and to support The Colorado Sun, visit coloradosun. com.

Gov. Jared Polis wears a Colorado-themed mask in this photo from his Twitter feed. PHOTO VIA JARED POLIS ON TWITTER

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But that guidance served up another complication: A rule that COVID-19 testing for employment purposes — such as when a workplace requires tests before employees return to work — are not required to be covered. Neither is testing under proactive public health efforts to better understand how the coronavirus is spreading. Colorado officials have, at times, been quick to paint the cost of testing as simple. “Testing is free,” a March 10 state news release said. “Whether you have Medicaid or Medicare or private insurance or no health care insurance, cost is not a barrier — there is no copay, there is no out-of-pocket for testing,” Gov. Jared Polis said at a May 18 news conference. The reality is more nuanced, although many insured Coloradans — if not the vast majority — should be able to undergo testing without costs if they have symptoms or if they believe they have been exposed to COVID-19. Uninsured Coloradans can also access free testing depending on where they seek the service. On Aug. 11, Polis announced the opening of two new drive-up sites for free public testing at the Aurora Sports Complex and at Hyland Hills Water World in Federal Heights, joining the existing site at Pepsi Center. At press time yet another site was expected to be announced south of Denver. In making the announcement, the governor said fast testing will be the key to stopping the virus’ spread and returning Colorado to normal. “We know that our success against this virus relies on information,” Polis

Area residents receive COVID-19 tests at one of the state’s two new fast-track testing sites at Water World in Federal Heights on Aug. 14. The tests, performed by Mako Medical for the state and for Adams County, are free of charge. PHOTO BY STEFAN BRODSKY said. “This is a war and intelligence is critical, knowing where the enemy is and if you are in danger.” Employer-based plans in spotlight In their July 7 letter, congressional Democrats cited a report by Kaiser Health News, a nonprofit news outlet that covers national health policy. Many Americans are covered by self-funded plans, where an employer’s money pays the claims, KHN reported. It may not be clear to employees that

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they are in such a plan, the outlet added. Many of the companies with those plans have operated as if they’re exempt from the federal rules, the outlet reported May 22. The U.S. Labor Department, which regulates self-funded health plans, could not immediately be reached for comment on whether self-funded plans are widely refusing to pay for COVID-19 tests or requiring consumers to bear part of the cost in Colorado and other states. The Colorado Division of Insurance didn’t have information on that question because of its lack of authority over self-funded plans, Vincent Plymell, the division’s assistant commissioner, told Colorado Community Media. “Knowing the varied nature of employers (and) self-funded plans, it is likely that their approach to these situations is also varied,” Plymell said. Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act — passed by Congress in mid-March and amended by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act — health care coverage must generally provide

COVID-19 testing and the health care office visits that ultimately result in a test, without any cost-sharing. That’s a term that means the costs consumers pay out of their own pockets, including deductibles, copayments and coinsurance. The federal June 23 guidance says both insured and self-insured group health plans are required to comply with those requirements. Testing for workplaces, pandemic data That federal guidance says the requirements don’t apply for testing for employment purposes or testing as part of certain public health datagathering about the pandemic. “Clinical decisions about testing are made by the individual’s attending health-care provider and may include testing of individuals with signs or symptoms compatible with COVID-19, as well as (individuals without symptoms) with known or suspected recent exposure” to the coronavirus, the federal guidance says. It adds: “Testing conducted to screen for general workplace health and safety, such as employee ‘return to work’ SEE TESTING, P14

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VOICES How to plan during mayhem

rchbishop Desmond Tutu, in the documentary film “I AM,” was asked how to change the world. “How do you eat an elephant?” he replied. “One bite at a time.” Behind the humor, FINANCIAL what Tutu meant STRATEGIES was that everything in life that seems daunting, overwhelming and even impossible can be accomplished gradually by taking on just a little at a time.¹ Many of us may feel that our current Patricia Kummer economic situation is also daunting and staying on track with our financial plans may seem impossible. Some have lost jobs, others took early retirement, investments are volatile, medical costs are rising; the list goes on and on. When our world changes and becomes unpredictable, we tend to shy

away from trying to plan in any way. Investors may feel whipsawed by a handful of stocks hitting all-time record highs, while so many other industries are struggling. It is also difficult to grasp what is going on in the economy when our Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the second quarter decreased 32.9%.² Corporate earnings are also negative, however, 89% of companies that reported are 22.4% above estimates.³ We call this “less bad.” So maybe we are not drowning but certainly gasping for air. We can also be concerned about the political arena, a global recession and China. All of this reminds me of New York Times columnist and author Carl Richards, CFP®. His famous drawing of two spheres puts this into perspective. Picture two circles about four inches, each overlapping about one-half inch in the middle. In the circle on the left are, “Things That Matter.” In the circle on the right are, “Things You Can Control.” In the tiny part where they overlap are, “Things You

Should Focus On.” There is your first bite of the elephant; a half-inch list of things that are important that you can actually impact. That’s where you start to plan. The rest is noise, or, on some days, mayhem. Richards states, “The amount of time we spend worrying seems to go up exponentially when we don’t have a plan.” So how do you plan during all of this uncertainty? One step at a time. It is important to stay focused on the goal, even if you have been derailed temporarily. Keeping your eye on the target can help you make better decisions along the way. One common mistake people make is looking for the quick fix or magic bullet. We advisors see investors searching for the “shiny object” instead of going back and working the financial plan. Chances are the things that appear to be too good to be true can oftentimes get you into more trouble than if you just stick to the plan. Let your advisor help you make the adjustments needed to address your short-term needs

while still keeping on track for the end goal. You will feel less stress and gain confidence in your decisions, which can be something solid to lean on during times of uncertainty. You don’t need to fix everything at once — that could result in throwing darts at the wrong target. You will find that keeping your plan current helps you make progress, one solid step at a time. 1.Psychology Today; 2. Bureau of Economic Analysis; 3. FactSet Patricia Kummer has been a Certified Financial Planner and a fiduciary for over 30 years and is Managing Director for Mariner, LLC d/b/a Mariner Wealth Advisors, an SEC Registered Investment Adviser. Please visit www.marinerwealthadvisors.com for more information or refer to the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website (www. adviserinfo.sec.gov). Securities offered through MSEC, LLC, Member FINRA & SIPC, 5700 W. 112th Suite 500, Overland Park, KS 66211.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Immigrant center is treasure Littleton Immigrant Resources Center, located in Bemis Library, has been providing citizenship education, with related legal help, and English language programs for many years. The services are provided by a small staff and many volunteers. It is a place that welcomes the newcomer and is a celebration of America’s diversity. I have had the honor of being a LIRC volunteer teacher/tutor for 15 years

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ach and every day in Colorado, there are more than 2 million rear-end collisions caused by motorists following too closely, resulting in numerous QUIET injuries and deaths DESPERATION and millions of dollars in auto repairs and medical care. It is a known fact that there are no tailgaters in heaven. They all go south. Nevertheless, the problem persists. Craig Marshall Or: Is it a probSmith lem? If it’s routine, then maybe it’s not a problem. Maybe I’m the problem. Maybe it’s un-American to be a good driver. That must be it. There is a three-way stop near me. If ever three cars arrive at the same time, the odds are 50-50 that someone won’t stop or someone will enter the intersection when it’s not their turn. If someone can’t figure out a three-way stop, maybe they shouldn’t be allowed to wed. Have children. Vote. Then again, it could just be that

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I’m the one who is out of step. If everyone is doing it, it can’t be wrong, right? It does make me wonder how half the people on the road passed their driver’s test. (I guess we can all behave for 10 or 15 minutes.) Come ride with me: If we can get from here to Home Depot without witnessing 10 moving violations I’ll buy you a velocipede. Did you know it’s against the law to park on the wrong side of the street in a residential neighborhood? Some of my neighbors haven’t heard the news. If someone doesn’t know which side of the street to park on, maybe they shouldn’t be allowed to order Chinese. Or own a dish washer. I probably expect too much of people. You’re lucky I’m not governor. I’d make it illegal for anyone wearing perfume to get on an elevator. I’d make it illegal for anyone who wasn’t a baseball player to wear a baseball cap backwards. I’d make it illegal for anyone to say, “Me and her.” Each and every day in Colorado, there are over 3 million rear-end

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MY NAME IS

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British-born lover of Wild West confronts greatest adventure: fatherhood American man One of the first things people notice about me is my British accent. After a decade or so, it’s a boring conversation. At least my accent tends to make people think I’m smarter than I am. My family moved to America when I was 16, which is 20 years ago now. I still watch a lot of British TV, and I keep up with British news, but I’m an American. My girlfriend is American, and so is our son. I’ll be honest, I’ve struggled to maintain friendships here. I lived in San Antonio for a few years, and I still stay in touch with people there. There’s an aloofness to people in Denver. I love everything about the West: the landscape itself, the mythos, the open road. I’ve walked in the footsteps of legends. I’ve drank at the same bar as Doc Holliday. It’s all so much more recent than so much British history. Finding community Now that I’m a dad, I’m trying to figure out where to push forward my chips. What’s a sustainable lifestyle? How do I become part of a community? My girlfriend Rachel and I went on a road trip not long after we met. We visited friends in Olym-

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collisions caused by motorists following too closely, resulting in numerous injuries and deaths and millions of dollars in auto repairs and medical care. What difference does it make if I am exaggerating? No one will drive any differently because of something I say. And another thing. We all want to hear your music just as much as you do; so be sure to turn it up, and increase the bass. An automobile allows each and every one of us the freedom to move about this great country of ours as fast and inconsiderately and obnoxiously as possible. Those were Henry Ford’s sentiments to a “T.”

pia, Washington. They were punk rockers, living on a rural proeprty with a huge vegetable garden. We were welcome to stay as long as we pitched in. It was awesome — they had figured out community in a really positive way. As a dad, now I see the sacrifices parents make. It makes me feel more connected to my own parents. It’s like the Wizard of Oz — once you see the man behind the curtain, you can’t unsee him. You understand that parents are scared but doing their best. Women obviously go through biological changes when they become mothers, but men do too. Your entire priority list and direction in life changes. Watching the days go by Now, what I like the most is just hanging out with my son. Showing him the world and watching him come into new understanding is my purpose now. The other day we got him to pass a ball back and forth between us. I’m already nostalgic about it, and it just happened this week. My mortality is more pronounced in my thought now. I don’t mean thinking about how I’m going to die, but more a realization that the days are going quicker. These are strange days. Fatherhood is like a rebirth, and this is a weird time to be reborn. The world is changing in major ways, and hopefully we come out better for it. If you have suggestions for My Name Is, please contact David Gilbert at dgilbert@coloradocommunitymedia.com.

Has this ever happened? You’re in the far right lane on the freeway. A car is entering from a ramp on the right of you. Driver doesn’t signal. Just comes on in. Harry and I see all of these expensive-looking vehicles and can’t believe that turn signals didn’t come standard. Of course, how can you signal if you’re on the phone? Or rearranging your eyelashes? Smacking your coffee? Cranking the stereo? Petting the dog? Reaching in your purse? Checking out the Global Positioning System? It’s a lost cause. I know that. I’m talking to myself. Common sense? She left town a long time ago — going 80 in a 55. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.

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Randy Eugene Popp Randy Eugene Popp, 60, of Littleton, Colorado passed away Thursday, August 6th, 2020 at Littleton Adventist Hospital. A memorial service was held on Friday August 14th at Valley View Christian Church in Littleton, Colorado, with Pastor Gene Barron officiating. His ashes will remain with the family to be scattered according to his wishes. Randy was born on October 25th, 1959 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to LeRoy Popp and Dorothy May (Ellard) Popp. In 1980 he graduated from Western Nebraska Technical College with his Associates of Applied Arts in Electronics Technology. He was united in marriage to Monica (States) Popp on April 18,1982 in Holdrege Nebraska. Randy lived in Scottsbluff with his wife Monica and children Duane and Janet until his job with Tri-State Generation and Transmission took him to Grand County, Colorado. He later moved to Littleton, Colorado. He worked as a Substation Technician for many years before he became a Senior Transmission Maintenance Support Specialist. Randy worked for TriState for 38 years and was well loved by all who knew him. During his time with Tri-State he was recently nominated for, and received, the Technology Transfer Award from Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) for achievements in collaborative research and development projects.

Randy brought a smile to those around him and all who were close to him knew how much he genuinely cared, even those outside of his family. He was a man of God and strived to live his life so that others could see his strong faith. Randy enjoyed being outdoors and did many bike rides and recumbent trike rides including: MS Bike Tour in 1992, Ride the Rockies in 2002, and, most recently, CF Cycle for Life in 2018. His hobbies also included cooking and grilling. Survivors include his wife Monica (States) Popp of Littleton CO; his children Duane Popp of Littleton, CO, Janet (Popp) Heinrichs and husband Ben Heinrichs of Vallejo, CA; brother Larry Becker of Wyoming, sister Alma (Becker) Holmes of Scottsbluff, NE; nieces Jolie (Becker) Camden and husband Jack Camden of Scottsbluff, NE, Emily (Holmes) Rose and husband Art Rose of Gehrig, NE and Kari Holmes of Scottsbluff, NE, as well as many great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents LeRoy Popp and Dorothy May (Ellard) Popp. Memorials may be given in his honor to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (which he supported in honor of his great nieces) or to Together We Rise (which he supported in honor of his daughter and son in law’s fost-adopt process).

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LIFE Some area venues bringing back live music BY CASEY VAN DIVIER CVANDIVIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

t was Feb. 24 when Jason Justice and his four bandmates in Gumbo le Funque, a New Orleans-style funk group, believed they were each coming down with the flu. Their symptoms came on right during Mardi Gras season, the band’s busiest time of year, and for days, the group played long strings of gigs as their symptoms grew worse. Looking back on the events, Justice isn’t surprised that he and his bandmates soon learned they had COVID-19. But at the time, the news was unexpected — and the band had no way of knowing that the illness they were facing was just the beginning of a long struggle that Justice says is far from over. “The whole bottom fell out of the industry,” said Justice, the band’s lead singer and saxophone player. He listed the major hurdles the band has faced: The two-and-a-half-months shutdown in which local musicians weren’t playing at all; the many venues that have stayed closed throughout the summer; and an ongoing Denver County order requiring performers to wear masks, preventing those who play brass or wind instruments from performing in Denver. Now, there are only two places Justice has been performing in the area, he said. In August, he’ll play two gigs and in September, three — less than a third of the number of gigs he played over the same two months in 2019. Across the board, bands are facing a different extent of what Justice calls a disaster, based on the band’s following, whether it’s a local, regional or national act and other factors. But regardless of how deeply musicians have been affected by COVID-19, Denver artists agree: No one’s made it unscathed, making every show a blessing. “By the time March rolled around, we had to cancel three months’ worth of shows,” said Amy Brophy, bassist in rock, blues and alternative band Riverside Drive. “Even now, 90% of our venues are able to pay what they did last summer. It’s been a big step back for a band trying to gain momentum, but we’re so grateful these venues are having live music at all.” Despite the discouraging nature of the challenges local musicians have faced over the past five months, those challenges made it all the more rewarding this summer, when musicians have been able to return to the stage. As he considers the hurdles, Justice remembers a night a couple of months ago,

Band members of Riverside Drive, drummer Sean Hartel, bassist Amy Brophy and guitar player Daniel Brophy, at a gig at Morrison Holiday Bar at the end of June 2020. COURTESY OF AMY BROPHY

when he and a fellow musician played their first gig since Feb. 29. “For the two of us to be able to play music together, it was really incredible. Music is the reason I get up in the morning and put my horn together and keep practicing, keep writing,” he said. “There are gigs coming back, but it’s been a wild ride.” The state of live music now Not all venues in the Denver area that previously had live music have brought that element back, or even reopened at all. Justice said several of his regular venues have told him that, due to the cost of opening at limited capacity, they plan to keep their doors shut until March or April of 2021. However, the state of Colorado does have guidelines, last updated in June, for those who choose to reinstate live music. The guidelines require that patrons are seated 25 feet or further from performers. Working within these guidelines hasn’t been possible for every area venue. But for some, like Blue Spruce Brewing Company, bringing back live music has been both possible and a priority in recent months. The brewery, which has locations at 4151 E. County Line Road in Centennial and 10577 W. Centennial Road in Littleton, held its first show since the pandemic on July 4 and has been inviting more musicians to play since then. “Even from last year, we doubled our sales (made during live shows) just because people are dying to experience live music,” said co-owner Theresa Kane. In the Littleton location specifically, the brewery holds weekly shows on Thursday nights on its patio, which it expanded to accommodate social distancing through a county variance. During shows, guests fill the patio and some bring lawn chairs and listen to

musicians while staying six feet apart in the parking lot, Kane said. “They’re excited to get out of the house and be able to do something different that’s not in their house or just eating at a restaurant,” she said. “We’ve been known for our music and since we could bring it back, we did.” As they navigate the new normal for live music, venues have tried a variety of new tactics. For instance, Herman’s Hideaway at 1578 S. Broadway in Denver has taken a slow approach to reintroducing shows, has asked musicians to bring their own microphones and even had one singer stand behind a Plexiglas barrier during a performance, said talent buyer Chris Thomas. “We’re a little bit more on the cautious side,” he said. “It’s not business as usual. But the community in general has had a desire to make it work, and I’m optimistic.” Just as much as the teams at Herman’s Hideaway and Blue Spruce Brewing wanted to restore a part of normal life for guests, they also reinstated the music for the benefit of local musicians. “The musicians I have brought back are so excited to be able to play and they’re very grateful,” Kane said. Local restaurants’ and bars’ commitment to hiring musicians when they can has made all the difference for many of the acts in the area, including Twenty Hands High, a country and southern rock band that plays in Colorado, Utah, Wyoming and other regional states. The two-and-a-half months that CW Wooten, guitar player and singer in the band, couldn’t play any gigs, “it was like sliding into a complete halt,” he said. “It was awful to be cut off from your fans and even your bandmates.” About $25,000 worth of gigs were canceled for Wooten, including shows as far in advance as September.

WHERE TO FIND LIVE MUSIC The following is a list of some venues in and around Denver that currently offer live music on a regular basis: Jake’s Roadhouse, 5980 Lamar St., Arvada Rockabillies Bar and Grill, 12363 W. 64th Ave., Arvada Colorado Cork & Keg, 971 Park St., Castle Rock Blue Spruce Brewing Company, 4151 E County Line Road, Centennial Globe Hall, 4483 Logan St., Denver Herman’s Hideaway, 1578 South Broadway, Denver Larimer Lounge, 2721 Larimer St., Denver In the Zone, 15600 W. 44th Ave., Golden The Buffalo Rose, 1119 Washington Ave., Golden The Rusty Bucket Bar and Grill, 3355 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood Fraco’s Bar, 5302 South Federal Circle, Littleton Lincoln Station Coffee/Pizza/Music, 9360 Station St., Lone Tree @ Cheers, 11964 Washington St., Northglenn Tailgate Tavern & Grill, 19552 E. Main St., Parker Takoda Tavern, 12365 Pine Bluffs Way, Parker Hoffbrau Colorado, 9110 Wadsworth Pkwy, Westminster

That said, since the summer began, things have been looking up for the musician and his fairly well-known band, which has tens of thousands of followers on Facebook. In July and August 2019, Wooten played 32 gigs; in July and August 2020, he’ll play 29. Not all venues can pay their typical rates, he added, but many are trying their best to do so. “We did 150 shows last year, and we’re on track do more than 100 shows this year,” Wooten said. “Outdoor venues are probably the biggest thing keeping live music going right now because you have a little more leeway with the restrictions.” Considering that, Wooten said it’s important for musicians that the rate of COVID’s spread declines before the winter months, when outdoor venues will no longer be an option. He remains optimistic, adding how grateful he’s been for venues’ support and his fans’ support — even some higher-risk fans have found ways to listen to outdoor shows by setting up in nearby parks, away from crowds, he said. Similarly to Wooten, Brophy said she hopes the industry could rebound — she just doesn’t know when. “I think a lot of people will retain that fear, but my hope is that we will return to normal because we have to move forward,” she said. “That our fans are going to get out there and weather the storm, that’s the hope and the dream that most musicians are holding onto.”

Club football fall league proposed BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

After the announcement that the Colorado High School Activities Association would not play football this fall, there is a move to initiate a club fall football league for high school players. “We’re trying to figure out how to get people involved and get them to the next level,” said Matt Frederic, a parent of a football player at Heritage High School in Littleton. “People were frustrated when they got the news

(CHSAA announcement) because it has really put a lot of kids in a bad situation.” Several schools have been contacted, including Fairview, Cherry Creek, Arapahoe, Heritage, Mountain Vista, ThunderRidge, Highlands Ranch, Rock Canyon, Valor Christian, Pomona, Columbine, Chatfield and Grandview. “There are a number of teams we have contacted,” said Frederic. “Some were curious and said now is the time. Some backed off. They were more worried about their kids playing football.” Fields, insurance and officials have

been lined up and the teams would follow CHSAA rules for the games. The biggest problem is determining whether schools would allow players to use equipment and helmets. “The problem is can we find enough players and equipment for it to work,” added Frederick. Frederick said the goal would be to have 10 teams, start play in September and “let kids play and let kids that want to play at the next level have more game films.” “It is easier said than done,” he continued. “It comes down to people

talk a good game, then we say: `OK, the time is here, what do we have?’ They wait a little bit and bend a little bit. Most of us that are doing this don’t believe there will be a spring football league. I believe kids have the right to play football, the right to play soccer or whatever sport it is.” So club football still has to be considered a long shot. “Most coaches are for it,” said Frederic. “It all depends on if schools will allow them to use their equipment. Equipment could be a game breaker for sure.”

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Aspen Grove has winner in dog photo contest

spen Grove Shopping Center in Littleton has made a point of being dog-friendly, and with that comes a furry host. After a photo contest drew 300 entries, a little guy who has had a tough SONYA’S life was chosen. SAMPLER Gumby was found living on the streets in Los Angeles — so injured he lost a jaw and all his teeth. Fortunately, a young woman adopted him and he’s a joyful companion, we are told. He and his human companion Sonya Ellingboe will join other pups and their people at Aspen Grove’s new Picnic Park, located near the grassy knoll by the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. Purchase food at any Aspen Grove restaurant and bring it to the new picnic tables. South Platte River Trail walkers are also welcome. Aspen Grove Shopping Center is at 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive.

Art from afar “Vibrant Bounty” is the title of an exhibit at the Littleton Mu-seum through Oct. 17. It comes from China’s Shaanxi Province, one of the cradles of civilization, and includes toys, children’s clothing, prints and household items. Museum hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays; 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is free. 303-795-3950.

Water lilies Register with Hudson Gardens and they will notify you when a water lily is about to bloom, so you can go watch a “performance.” 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Also available: fitness classes, yoga. Entrance is free. Donations are welcome. See hudsongardens.org. Fall outing The Jackson Hole Wyoming Fall Arts Festival is going to be held Sept. 9-20 with special events including the Quick Draw and Auction on Sept. 19, when artists will create masterpieces in 90 minutes from 8-9:30 a.m. and auction them at 10:30. Western Visions Jewelry Show Takin’ It To the Streets and Sunday Art Brunch are happening ... This year’s fall festival poster is by Thomas Blackshear. Information: jacksonholechamber.com. Gumby, a rescue dog who survived a rough stretch on the streets of Los Angeles, is the winner of the Aspen Grove Shopping Center dog photo contest. PHOTO BY KARI GEHA/COURTESY OF ASPEN GROVE SHOPPING CENTER

Painting classes Castle Rock watercolorist Cindy Welch is offering online watercolor classes, which started Aug. 18. Classes are offered as a live Zoom meeting at 2 p.m. and recorded so a student can download and watch at a convenient time later via a link from Welch. The last class will be a live critique session. Welch’s work is exhibited at Rhyolite Gallery, 505 Second St. in downtown Castle Rock. Visit CindyWelchArtist.com for class information and a view of

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her work. Kirkland Museum The Kirkland Museum of Fine and Decorative Arts at 1201 Bannock St., Denver, is now open again to the public. It currently has 4,400 works on exhibit, from a collection of more than 30,000. Items are exhibited salon style, in settings with furniture, china and other objects enhanced by paintings on the walls. Timed tickets may be purchased online at kirklandmuseum. org. 303-832-8576.

Arvada Center Arvada Center announces a return to programming on Feb. 26 with “Small Mouth Sounds” Feb. 26 to May 2, 2021. Originally scheduled for spring 2020, when the whole world closed down. No word yet on any holiday events ... see arvadacenter.org. Denver Art Museum Denver Art Museum’s “Norman Rockwell: Imagining Freedom” retrospective exhibit runs through Sept. 7, with its many warm insights into his American scene. By appointment — reserve in advance. Timed tickets. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; denverartmuseum.org. 720-913-0130.

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Design and Build Competition looks for proposals that could take shape BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

For many years, the Museum of Outdoor Arts in Englewood has held a Design and Build Competition. At first, it was aimed at younger students in the area, but it has lately been redirected to collegiate level architects and designers. “The spirit of Design and Build has always been to solve problems and create through collaboration,” the museum wrote in its competition brief for 2020. “All proposals must include narrative about how collaboration would be utilized in realizing the design. (i.e. fabricators, engineers and architects must work together to realize any design.)” First, second and third prizes are awarded ($5000, $2,500, $1000). “Someday, I hope we can build one of these,” project director Tim Vacca said of the Design and Build projects. The initial call for artists stated the rules and a number of entries were received with accompanying narrative. It stated site options and requested a

Then you’ll be happy to know you can continue to be a remote learner next year! Jeffco Virtual Academy is here for you! “Occhiolism,” the winning entry in the Museum of Outdoor Arts Design and Build Competition, is proposed as a home in the Sonoran Desert of southwestern Arizona. COURTESY OF MUSEUM OF OUTDOOR ARTS

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programs,” or for public health surveillance for the coronavirus, “is beyond the scope” of the law. Congressional Democrats — Reps. Frank Pallone Jr. of New Jersey, Robert Scott of Virginia and Richard Neal of Massachusetts, and Sens. Patty Murray of Washington and Ron Wyden of Oregon — took issue with that interpretation. “We find the administration’s revised guidance deeply concerning as it appears to be a change that is without basis in the plain language of the statute,” the lawmakers wrote in the July 7 letter. They added: “Widespread testing must be in place to detect and stop the spread of COVID-19, and ensuring safety in the workplace is critical.” As of Aug. 6, the Colorado Division of Insurance didn’t know if some private insurers stopped fully covering all consumer costs for testing required by a workplace or for public health surveillance purposes, Plymell said. The rub over public health datagathering may be moot in Colorado, according to the state public-health department. “We do several different types of surveillance testing to understand the burden of disease in Colorado — none of those samples are billed to private insurance,” the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment said in a statement. “The costs of analysis are captured by public health funding for public health surveillance programs. For example, we take a systematic sample of specimens that test negative for influenza and test them

August 20, 2020A for COVID at the state lab.” When testing is covered The Colorado Division of Insurance estimates that one-third of Coloradans’ health insurance plans are ones the division regulates; one-third are self-funded plans that the division doesn’t regulate; and one-third are public plans, such as Medicaid, Medicare and those of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, according to Plymell. People with any kind of private health insurance should have free access to the COVID-19 test — along with health care provider visits associated with getting the test — with no co-pays, deductibles or co-insurance charged, according to the state insurance division. Under the division’s emergency regulation, that’s true not only if a doctor recommends a test but also if a person feels they have symptoms and they need to get tested, Plymell said. And if a person is asymptomatic but is told by their health care provider that it is medically appropriate to be tested anyway, the test and visit should be covered with no cost-sharing. “Being exposed to COVID-19 or believing one had been exposed would be the likely scenario why a provider would deem a test medically appropriate if the person was asymptomatic,” Plymell said. Other reasons would likely be on a case-by-case basis. But Coloradans likely wouldn’t be covered without cost-sharing “if someone is asymptomatic and they think it would just be a good idea to get a test,” Plymell said. Coloradans should check with their health care provider to be sure of costs.

Medicare, Medicaid, VA For Coloradans with Medicare, all of the costs are covered if a doctor orders a COVID-19 test, according to the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Under Colorado’s Medicaid program — Health First Colorado — and the Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), all the costs of testing and the doctors’ visits associated with getting tested are covered, according to the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing. Tests for Medicare and Medicaid members must be ordered by the member’s doctor or other health care provider, said Marc Williams, spokesman for the department. “Medicaid will cover the test at 100% provided the patient is enrolled in Medicaid and the provider is also a Medicaid-enrolled provider,” Williams said. Medicaid members can locate enrolled providers through the “find a provider” page at healthfirstcolorado. com/find-doctors, according to Williams. The Veterans Affairs website says testing is based on many factors, including the severity of symptoms, other existing illnesses or conditions, possible exposure and other criteria. VA health facilities have been testing veterans who meet the testing criteria provided by the federal Centers for Disease Control, the site says. There’s no charge for testing, according to the VA. For the uninsured A government program to reimburse health care providers and facilities for testing and treatment of COVID-19 for uninsured individuals provides funds to eligible providers,

said Scott Kodish, a spokesman for the federal Health Resources and Services Administration. Health care providers can request reimbursement and will be reimbursed generally at Medicare rates, subject to available funding, Kodish has said. For those served by those providers, there are no charges to uninsured patients. An online CDC page lists health care providers who have agreed to the terms of the program and received reimbursement for COVID-19 testing of uninsured individuals: tinyurl.com/ LocationsForUninsured. Uninsured Coloradans should contact the state Health Care Policy Department at 303-866-2993 to ask about options. To apply for Medicaid and Child Health Plan Plus, visit coloradopeak.secure.force.com. Local testing sites Some of Colorado’s dozens of local testing sites did not list a recommendation for a doctor’s note for testing in May. Coloradans should contact the state public-health department or the sites themselves for questions about insurance and other requirements they may have for getting tested. Find the list of locations and contact information at the bottom of the page at tinyurl.com/TestingLocationList at the “find a community testing site” link. After months of limits on who has priority for testing, the state announced in May that test capacity had grown to include members of the general public with symptoms. Asymptomatic Coloradans could also be tested at some locations, according to testing sites’ information at the time.

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Coronavirus changes world of sports recruiting Adjustments needed because of shifting schedules for high school sports

Tennis match was learning opportunity Mullen defeats Arapahoe, but Warriors still welcome chance to play

BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Coronavirus has impacted Colorado sports — high school, college and professional — and the future is also uncertain. Recruiting of high school athletes has to be adjusted since the Colorado High School Activities Association divided its sports into four sevenweek seasons, with traditional fall sports of football, boys soccer, gymnastics and field hockey being moved to spring. College coaches are challenged and have had to go online to virtual visit with potential. High school athletes have to be diligent about sending films to colleges. Boys golf, boys tennis, softball and cross country are currently being played in what is called Season A in the latest CHSAA release. Season B will run from early January to

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ThunderRidge football coach Doug Nisenson says the NCAA needs to alter the national signing dates after Colorado’s high school football season was moved to spring. COURTESY PHOTO March and includes basketball, girls swimming, spirit and wrestling. Season C will be contested between March 1 and May with boys soccer, unified bowling, girls volleyball, football, baseball, girls golf, girls soccer and boys and girls

lacrosse being played. Baseball, girls golf, lacrosse, girls soccer and track and field will be held in Season D from late April to late June.

Arapahoe High School’s boys tennis team learned a lot in its first match of the season, which was held Aug. 15 at Mullen High School in Denver. The Warriors lost 5-1 to Mullen, a team with six returning players from its 2019 team that was a Class 4A state runner-up. “It was a learning experience to play a team like Mullen,” said Arapahoe coach Peter Weyhrich. “Mullen is a tough team. It was good to be out and fun to have the team back again. “We’ve got a lot on new guys on the team and this was our first match. We have a lot to work on, that’s for sure. I was happy with the way our doubles teams competed. That was a positive.”

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Doug Nisenson, football coach at ThunderRidge High School in Highlands Ranch, says the NCAA needs to alter the national signing dates after the football season was moved. The early signing date for Division I football is currently on Dec. 16, 2020 with the regular signing period on Feb. 2, 2021. Division I men’s basketball signing period ends May 19, 2010 and all other sports on Aug. 1, 2021. “Right now our coaches are waiting to hear what the NCAA changes are going to be,” said Nisenson. “If the NCAA doesn’t move signing day we’re going to play our season after signing day. “It is obviously going to impact recruiting from the standpoint if colleges are potentially interested in a kid and we want to see his senior films, unless they are interested enough that we aren’t going to get senior film and offer him then there’s the high probability they are going to miss out on that.” The recruiting impact will be felt more by the mid-level players rather that the highly regarded prospects. “Obviously if you are kid that is

hoping to get a little scholarship money to go to a smaller school and play DII football or get an academic scholarship and play DIII football, if you didn’t have tape as a junior that’s going to be really difficult unless the signing date is moved and coaches are given that time to evaluate, watch tape, go to games and do all the things that they would normally do,” said Nisenson. Doug Schafer, girls volleyball coach at Mountain Vista High School in Highlands Ranch, said colleges and players have to make adjustments without camps hosted by colleges and national tournaments which attract many recruiters. “The colleges have to make adjustments by having to rely more on tape,” he said. “The players have to adjust by being more specific with their tape and having it be a little more important and also do the best they can to be seen in the spring when there are going to be some national tournaments.” Arapahoe boys and girls soccer coach Mark Hampshire termed the whole situation created by the COVID-19 pandemic as “frustrating, disappointing and sad.” “Not being able to play high school sports in a timely matter will have an impact,” he continued.

TENNIS FROM PAGE 15

Arapahoe’s No. 3 doubles team of Jack Terwilliger and Matthew Maloney notched the only win for the Warriors with a 6-7, 7-6, 6-4 victory. Mullen dominated the other matches. The most competitive singles match was at No. 3 singles, where the Arapahoe Warriors’ Tyler Rock dropped a 6-7, 4-6 decision to the Mullen Mustangs’ Dante Dinovs. “I thought I played pretty well but I have a lot of things to work on,” said Rock. “I have to work on my forehand. Our team is focusing on improving this season.” Max Garside, Arapahoe’s No. 1 singles players, got off to a slow start and never recovered as Mullen’s Luc Caldwell recorded a 6-1, 6-0 victory. “It was awesome and good to be able to play with the virus spreading,” said Garside. “I’m just happy we have a season.

Arapahoe’s No. 1 singles players Max Garside takes a drink during his seasonopening match on Aug. 15. PHOTO BY JIM BENTON “I felt I played OK. I won a lot of points but I couldn’t finish off the games. I love playing tough matches. It is so much better for improvement.”

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Public Notices call Sheree 303.566.4088 Legals City and County PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF CENTENNIAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, August 17, 2020 the Centennial Willow Creek General Improvement District Board of Directors passed the following ordinance on second and final reading. ORDINANCE NO. 2020-WCGID-O-01 AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE WILLOW CREEK 1 & 2 GENERAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, IN THE CITY OF CENTENNIAL, COLORADO, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2020 AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF CERTAIN OTHER DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. The full text of the ordinance are available for inspection by the public on the City’s website: www. centennialco.gov. The ordinance may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk, 303-754-3324 By a vote of 9 in favor and 0 against. By: Barbara Setterlind, MMC City Clerk Legal Notice No. 524051 / 60110 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent and the Centennial Citizen Independent PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF CENTENNIAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING AN APPLICATION FOR A TAVERN LICENSE SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 Notice is hereby given that the Centennial Liquor Licensing Authority will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, September 3, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., via Virtual Meeting, to consider an application for a new Tavern License for Garrett Restaurants, LLC dba The I.C., located at 6460 S. Syracuse Way, Centennial, CO 80111 The applicant is a Limited Liability Company: Garrett Restaurants, LLC 1051 Greenwood Springs Blvd. Suite 101 Greenwood, IN 46143 Public comment will be heard at the virtual hearing at https://www.centennialco.gov/Government/ Mayor-Council/City-Council-Meetings/AgendasMinutes or written communications regarding the issuance of this license may be submitted to the Liquor License Administrator, via email at ccooney@centennialco.gov by no later than September 3, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. By order of Barbara Setterlind, City Clerk August 13, 2020. Legal Notice No. 524052 / 60111 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent and the Centennial Citizen Independent PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF CENTENNIAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, August 17, 2020 the Centennial Foxridge General Improvement District Board of Directors passed the following ordinance on second and final reading. ORDINANCE NO. 2020-FRGID-O-01 AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE FOXRIDGE GENERAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, IN THE CITY OF CENTENNIAL, COLORADO, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2020 AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF CERTAIN OTHER DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. The full text of the ordinance are available for inspection by the public on the City’s website: www. centennialco.gov. The ordinance may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk, 303-754-3324 By a vote of 9 in favor and 0 against. By: Barbara Setterlind, MMC City Clerk Legal Notice No. 524053 / 60112 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent and the Centennial Citizen Independent

Bids and Settlements

Public Notice INVITATION TO BID The Jones District Community Authority Board (hereinafter called the “Owner”) will receive sealed Bids for The Jones District, Phase 1 Infrastructure Project (the “Project”) via electronic submission to Independent District Engineering Services (IDES); 355 Union Boulevard, Suite 302, Lakewood CO 80228 from 11:00am until 1:00pm on September 14th, 2020. Electronic copies of the bid documents are to be sent to BrandonCollins@idesllc.com. A description of the Work to be performed includes but is not limited to: Grading, Erosion Control, Utilities, Concrete, and Paving and any and all other work necessary to complete the work in accordance with Contract Documents including the plans and specifications. Complete digital project bidding documents will be available for download online after 9:00 am. on August 25th, 2020 at www.questcdn.com. You may download the digital documents for $15.00 by inputting Quest project number 7264477 on the website’s projects search page. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at the office of Independent District Engineering Services (IDES); 355 Union Boulevard, Suite 302, Lakewood CO 80228 at 11:00am, on September 1, 2020.

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in Exhibit A attached to the Bid Form and made a part thereof. All bids are to be delivered to the CAB by 5:00 p.m. on September 3, 2020 (“Submission Date”), at the following address: Jones District Community Authority Board Attention: Brandon Collins Independent District Engineering Services 355 Union Boulevard, Suite 302 Lakewood CO 80228 Email: BrandonCollins@idesllc.com Phone: 303-589-3728 2. Attention is called to the fact that the CAB’s ability to pay the Successful Bidder for the Work is subject to the CAB’s receipt of bond proceeds. 3. The Bid Form is included herewith. The Bidder shall submit a completed Bid Form, filled out in ink or by word processor. 4. Any bid submitted by a business entity must be executed by an authorized officer or agent of the entity. 5. The names of all persons signing bids must also be legibly printed or typed below the signature. A bid by a person who affixes to his signature the word “president,” “secretary,” “agent,” or other designation without disclosing the principal may be held to be the Bid of the individual signing. Evidence of the authority of the person signing shall be furnished.

Bids shall be made on the forms furnished by the Owner and shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope and endorsed with the name of the Bidder. Also, Bidders shall submit in electronic form the Bid Documents, including a working file of the Bid Schedule (Excel format). A Bid Bond in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total Bid amount will be required. The Bid Bond will be retained by Owner as liquidated damages should the Successful Bidder fail to enter into a Contract with the Owner in accordance with the Bid. Bidders must supply a list of Subcontractors and Suppliers providing $10,000 or more in labor and/ or materials to the Project. If not provided earlier, Bidders shall be required to submit a completed AIA A305 Qualifications Contractor Statement, or equal, including all attachments. The Owner will not provide the form.

6. The address to which communications regarding the bid are to be directed must be shown.

Attention is called to the fact that Bidders offer to assume the obligations and liabilities imposed by the Contract Documents. The Successful Bidder for the Project will be required to furnish a Performance Bond, a Labor and Materials Payment Bond and Warranty Bond in the full amount of the Contract Price, in conformity with the requirements of the Contract Documents. These are not due with the Bid, but will be required by the Successful Bidder with the signed Agreement.

[x] 1. Written evidence of its qualifications to perform the Work as set forth herein.

All Documents and Addenda that were provided with the above said Bid Package shall apply to this bid and will be provided with the above-mentioned Contract Documents when applicable. Bidders are hereby advised that the Owner reserves the right to not award a Contract until ninety (90) days from the date of the opening of Bids, and Bidders expressly agree to keep their Bids open for the ninety (90) day time period. Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any informality, technicality or irregularity in any Bid, to disregard all non-conforming, non-responsive, conditional or alternate Bids, to clarify contract terms with the Successful Bidder, to require statements or evidence of Bidders’ qualifications, including financial statements, and to accept the proposal that is in the opinion of the Owner in its best interest. Owner reserves the right to accept any combination of Bids which in Owner’s sole, and absolute judgment will, under all circumstances, best serve the Owner’s interests. Owner also reserves the right to extend the Bidding period by Addendum if it appears in its interest to do so. The Owner reserves the right to award multiple contracts to multiple Bidders. Additional Bidder requirements are included in the Contract Documents. All questions concerning this bid shall be directed in writing to: Brandon Collins, PE Independent District Engineering Services, LLC Engineer for The Jones District Community Authority Board 355 Union Boulevard, Suite 302 Lakewood, CO 80228 Phone: 303-589-3728 E-mail: BrandonCollins@idesllc.com Contacting the Design Engineer, District Representatives, Local Jurisdictions, or others involved in the development of the Project shall be reason for the Bidders Bid to be rejected. Responses to questions and clarifications shall be by written Addendum only, verbal responses are non-binding. Legal Notice No. 524055 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS Date: August 20, 2020 A. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS 1. The Jones District Community Authority Board (the “CAB”) is now receiving bids from Bidders interested in being engaged as the CAB’s Program Manager to perform general program management services as defined herein (the “Work”). The scope of Work to be performed is described

B. QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDERS In determining the Bidder’s qualifications, the following factors will be considered: work previously completed by the Bidder and whether the Bidder (a) maintains a permanent place of business, (b) has adequate staff, facilities and availability to do the Work properly and expeditiously, (c) has the financial resources to meet all obligations incident to the Work, and (d) has appropriate technical experience. No bid will be accepted from a Bidder who is engaged in any work which would impair its ability to perform this Work. If the boxes below are checked, each Bidder is required to provide such requested information.

[x] 2. Evidence that it has a practical knowledge of the particular Work bid upon, and that it has the financial resources to complete the proposed Work. [ ] 3. Three (3) references, including name, address, and phone number for other persons or entities for which the Bidder has performed services comparable to the Work. [ ] 4. The names and titles of all professional personnel who will perform the Work, and for each such person, a resume describing relevant experience and recent projects similar to the Work and, if applicable, license and/or registration numbers. C. SUBMISSION OF BIDS 1. Bidder shall assume full responsibility for delivering its bid to the location designated in Section A.1 above prior to the Submission Date. Bids received after the Submission Date may be returned unopened. 2. Oral or telephone bids are invalid and will not receive consideration. No Bidder may submit more than one bid. Multiple bids under different names will not be accepted from a single firm or association. D.

MODIFICATION AND WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS 1. A Bidder may modify or withdraw its bid by providing written notice to the District at the location designated in Section A.1. any time before the Submission Date. Such notice shall be in writing over the signature of the Bidder. Bids may also be modified or withdrawn in person by the Bidder or an authorized representative provided such representative can prove identity and authority. Modified or withdrawn bids may be resubmitted up to the Submission Date. E. BIDS TO REMAIN OPEN 1. All bids shall remain open for one (1) week after the Submission Date, but District may, in its sole discretion, release any bid prior to that date. F. AWARD OF CONTRACT 1. District reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any informality, technicality or irregularity in any Bid, to disregard all non-conforming, non-responsive, conditional or alternate Bids, to negotiate contract terms with the Successful Bidder, to require statements or evidence of Bidder’s qualifications and to accept the bid that is in the opinion of the District in its best interest. 2. If the District awards a contract, District will give the successful Bidder a Notice of Award within two (2) weeks after the Submission Date. BID FORM TO: Jones District Community Authority Board Attention: Brandon Collins Independent District Engineering Services 355 Union Boulevard, Suite 302 Lakewood CO 80228 Email: BrandonCollins@idesllc.com Phone: 303-589-3728 THE UNDERSIGNED BIDDER, having familiarized itself with the Work, as described in Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof, for which District has requested a bid, and all laws, regulations and other factors affecting performance of the

Work, and having satisfied itself of the expense and difficulties attending performance of the Work, HEREBY PROPOSES and agrees that attached to this Bid Form as Exhibit B and made a part hereof is its bid for the terms and conditions, including compensation to be paid, for performance of the Work. If the Bidder’s bid is accepted, the Bidder agrees to enter into an Agreement in a form acceptable to the CAB to perform the Work in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in Exhibit B to this Bid Form, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the CAB, including the assumption of all obligations, duties and responsibilities necessary to the successful completion of the Agreement. Bidder shall provide all services as provided in the Agreement and shall bill the CAB for same as provided in the Agreement. BID REJECTION In submitting this bid it is understood that the CAB reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informality, technicality or irregularity in any bid, to disregard all non-conforming, nonresponsive, conditional or alternate bids, to negotiate contract terms with the successful Bidder, to require statements or evidence of Bidder’s qualifications and to accept the bid that in the opinion of the CAB is in its best interest. It is understood that this bid may not be withdrawn during a period of thirty (30) days after the Submission Date. The CAB shall consider the skill and experience of the Bidder to perform the Work. BID IS GENUINE The undersigned Bidder hereby certifies (a) that this bid is genuine and is not made in the interest of, or in the behalf of, any undisclosed person, firm, or corporation, and is not submitted in conformity with any agreement or rules of any group, association, organization, or corporation; (b) that Bidder has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other bidder to put in a false or sham bid; (c) that Bidder has not solicited or induced any person, firm, or corporation to refrain from bidding; and (d) that Bidder has not sought by collusion to obtain for itself any advantage over any other Bidder or over the CAB. SIGNATURE OF BIDDER Date: August 20, 2020 By: Name Its

EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF WORK

The Jones District Community Authority Board (“CAB”) was created pursuant to the Jones District Community Authority Board Establishment Agreement, dated July 24, 2020, as may be amended from time to time (the “CABEA”), between the Jones Metropolitan District Nos. 1-5 (the “Districts”) to provide for the construction, financing, operation and maintenance of public infrastructure necessary to develop and serve a mixed-use development project of approximately 36 acres of property located in the City of Centennial (the “City”), Arapahoe County, Colorado (the “County”). The Work to be performed is described as follows: all management services relating to structuring the financing, planning, design, construction and installation of public improvements the Districts are authorized to finance and/or construct pursuant to their respective Service Plans, and the CAB pursuant to the CABEA. Such services include, but are not limited to: recommend the selection of design, engineering and other necessary consultants, and supervise the work of such consultants; prepare or cause to be prepared design phase schedules/s, program budgets, schematic plats, preliminary plats, engineering plans, cost estimates, development plans; prepare annual estimate of costs, proposed method of funding and anticipated critical path for the public improvements; verify proposed contract costs are within the CAB’s annual budget and verify availability of funds and source of funds to fund the project; coordinate site surveys, environmental remediation and soils and environmental testing; manage compliance with applicable provisions of law, rules and regulations of all governmental jurisdictions; obtain all necessary permits and approvals; manage compliance with applicable utility providers; supervise performance of construction contractors; analyze change orders and present to the CAB for approval as necessary; establish and maintain a cost control system and document all work performed relating to construction and installation of all improvements.

EXHIBIT B BID BIDDER CONTACT INFORMATION

All communications and notices related to the bid should be directed to: Bidder Name Attention Address Telephone No. Fax No. Email Address II. QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDER (Insert or attach information required by Section B of the Instructions to Bidder.) III. TERMS AND CONDITIONS (Insert or attach terms and conditions, including compensation to be paid.) Legal Notice No. 524056 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Summons and Sheriff Sale Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112 Case Number: 2019CV031957

Plaintiff: BRANDYCHASE II HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation,

Defendants: JERRY DILL, AS EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATES OF HAROLD DILL AND DOROTHY A. DILL; BRANDYCHASE RECREATIONAL ASSOCIATION; SUE SANDSTROM AS TREASURER FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION. Plaintiff’s Attorney: Wendy E. Weigler, #28419 WINZENBURG, LEFF, PURVIS & PAYNE, LLP 8020 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 300 Littleton, CO 80127 Telephone: (303) 863-1870 Facsimile: (303) 863-1872 SHERIFF’S NOTICE OF SALE

Under an Order Granting Plaintiff’s Motion for Attorneys’ Fees and Costs, to Amend the Judgment, and for an Order and Decree for Judicial Foreclosure on May 20, 2020, in the above titled action, I am ordered to sell certain real property as follows:

Original Lienee: Harold Dill and Dorothy A. Dill Original Lienor: BrandyChase II Homeowners Association, Inc. Current Holder of the evidence of debt: BrandyChase II Homeowners Association, Inc. Date of Lien being foreclosed: October 5, 2018 Date of Recording of Lien being foreclosed: October 9, 2018 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Information: D8099665 Original Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness: $4,541.02 Outstanding Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness as of the date hereof: $21,614.86 Amount of Judgment entered May 20, 2020: $20,110.03

Description of property to be foreclosed: CONDOMINIUM UNIT NO. 202, BUILDING NO. 11, BRANDYCHASE II CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE 1ST. SUPPLEMENT TO CONDOMINIUM MAP BRANDYCHASE II CONDOMINIUM, RECORDED ON OCTOBER 24, 1979, AT RECEPTION NO. 1905904 IN THE RECORDS OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR BRANDYCHASE II (A CONDOMINIUM), RECORDED ON OCTOBER 25, 1979, BOOK 3105 AT PAGE 669, AND FIRST SUPPLEMENT TO CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION, RECORDED ON FEBRUARY 19, 1980, IN BOOK 3172 AT PAGE 536 IN SAID RECORDS, TOGETHER WITH THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE THE FOLLOWING LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS: STORAGE SPACE 11-202 AND PARKING SPACE 11-202, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known as: 14102 E. Colorado Drive, #202, Aurora, CO 80012.

THE PROPERTY TO BE FORECLOSED AS DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN.

THE LIEN BEING CLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

The covenants of Plaintiff have been violated as follows: failure to make payments on said indebtedness when the same were due and owing.

THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that I will, at 10 o’clock A.M., on October 15, 2020, on the front steps of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, located at 13101 E. Broncos Pkwy, Centennial, CO 80112 sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property described above, and all interest of said Grantor and the heirs and assigns of said Grantor, for the purpose of paying the judgment amount entered herein, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.** Inquiries regarding this Sheriff’s Sale must be directed to the Civil Unit of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, telephone 720-874-3845. DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 14 day of July, 2020. Tyler S. Brown, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. Trent Steffa Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 523956 First publication: August 20, 2020 Last publication: September 17, 2020 Published in: Littleton Independent, 750 W. Hampden, Suite 225

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Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: Arapahoe County District Court 7325 S Potomac St Centennial, CO 80112 Case No.: 2020CV031388 Division: 15 Plaintiff: THE WILLOW CREEK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, a Colorado nonprofit corporation v. Defendants: JANET K. DALTON; MOUNTAIN PACIFIC MORTGAGE COMPANY; THE OFFICE OF THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE Attorneys for Plaintiff: Orten Cavanagh Holmes & Hunt, LLC Hal R. Kyles, #23891 1445 Market Street, Suite 350 Denver, CO 80202 Phone Number: (720) 221-9780 Matter ID #1701.0120 SUMMONS [BY PUBLICATION] THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this Summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court. If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further notice. This is an action of foreclosure pursuant to Rule 105, C.R.C.P. to the real property situate in Centennial, Colorado more particularly described as Lot 121, Block 28, Willow Creek Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Dated: August 10, 2020. ORTEN CAVANAGH HOLMES & HUNT, LLC By: /s/Hal R. Kyles Hal R. Kyles, #23891 This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(g), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. Legal Notice No. 524059 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 17, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S Potomac St., Centennial, CO 80112 Plaintiff(s): ELVA MANZANERO v. Defendant(s): ALEXIS MEDINA, ROCKY MOUNTAIN MORTGAGE SPECIALISTS, INC., a Colorado Corporation, and all unknown persons who claim any interest in the subject matter of this action. Attorney for Plaintiff: KOB LAW LLC Knute O. Broady, III 6795 E. Tennessee Ave., Suite 210 Denver, CO 80224 Tel: (720) 341-4111 Reg. No.: 43986 Fax: (720) 836-4202 E-mail: knute@koblaw.com Case No.: 2020CV31341 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S): ALEXIS MEDINA You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court. If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further notice. This is a quiet title action brought pursuant to C.R.C.P. 105 concerning 15556 E. Evans Avenue., Aurora, CO 80013. Dated: July 10, 2020 By: s/ Knute O. Broady, III Knute O. Broady, III Reg. No.: 43986 Attorney for Plaintiff (This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(g), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure.) Legal Notice No. 523973 First Publication: July 23, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Notice to Creditors Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Johana Masters, aka Jay Masters, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 30790 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 28, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Adam G. Masters, Personal Representative 3082 E. Nichols Circle Centennial, CO 80122 Legal Notice No. 524058 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Ruth E. Thomas, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 30826 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 21, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Jane E. Crosson Personal Representative 7994 E. Hampden Circle Denver, Colorado 80237 Legal Notice No: 524050 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Thomas G. Murray, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 30755 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 21, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. MARGARET A. CAMPBELL Personal Representative 8079 Lt. William Clark Rd Parker, CO 80134 Legal Notice No. 524038 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of DOROTHY JEANNE LONNQUIST, aka Dorothy J. Lonnquist, aka Dorothy A. Lonnquist, aka Dorothy Lonnquist, aka Dorothy Avoy, aka Dodie Lonnquist, Deceased Case Number: 20PR30753 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe, County, Colorado on or before December 20, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Michael A. Lonnquist Personal Representative c/o Pearman Law Firm 4195 Wadsworth Blvd. Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 Legal Notice No. 524046 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Gwendolyn Writer, Deceased Case Number: 20 PR 253 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 18, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. G.G. Alan Vaughan Attorney to the Personal Representative 6480 W. Sumac Avenue Denver, Colorado 80123 Legal Notice No. 524032 First Publication: August 13, 2020 Last Publication: August 27, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of WILBUR LINDENMUTH, a/k/a Wilbur William Lindenmuth, a/k/a Wilbur W. Lindenmuth, Deceased Case Number: 20PR30678 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 7, 2020, or claims may be forever barred. Mark R. Lewis, P.C. Attorney for Personal Representative P.O. Box 370687, Denver, CO 80237 Tele: (303) 745-5200 Mary Angela Lindenmuth Personal Representative 7150 S. Franklin Way Centennial, CO 80122

Legal Notice No. 524007 First Publication: August 6, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Richard Jay Eber, aka Richard J. Eber aka Dick Eber, aka Richard Eber, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR30633 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 20, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Robert Eber, Personal Representative c/o Walter M. Kelly II, Miller & Steiert, P.C. 1901 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, CO 80120 Legal Notice No. 524048 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Evan Adam Breitkreuz, aka Evan A. Breitkreuz, aka Evan Breitkreuz, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR30725 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 13, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Kenneth A. Breitkreuz Personal Representative c/o James A. Littlepage, Esq. 1777 S. Harrison Street, Suite 1500 Denver, Colorado 80210 Legal Notice No. 524022 First Publication: August 13, 2020 Last Publication: August 27, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

______________________________________ Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Diane Barbara Ohlson, aka Diane B. Ohlson, aka Diane Ohlson, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR30712 All persons having claims against the abovenamed Estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representatives or to the Arapahoe County Combined Court on or before December 7, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Kimberly Ann Golfman Co-Personal Representative 4001 Santa Barbara Boulevard, #423 Naples, FL 34104 Kathryn Amber Sparks Co-Personal Representative 142 Staghorn Way Franktown, CO 80116 Legal Notice No. 524010 First Publication: August 6, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Charles E. Rolfson, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 30566 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 14, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Hal R. Blanchard Attorney to the Personal Representative 400 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite No. 590 Denver, Colorado 80246 Legal Notice No. 524034 First Publication: August 13, 2020 Last Publication: August 27, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent ______________________________________ Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Margaret Louise Cridlebaugh, a/k/a Margaret L. Cridlebaugh, a/k/a Margaret Cridlebaugh , Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 30739 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 21, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Myka M. Landry, Attorney for Personal Representative Julie Ann Crotty Personal Representative PO Box 2276 Elizabeth, Colorado 80107 Legal Notice No. 524047 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Elaine S. Stockdill, a/k/a Elaine A. S. Stockdill, a/k/a Elaine Alyce Stockdill, Deceased Case Number: 20PR30748 All persons having claims against the above-

named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 7, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Clifford Stockdill Personal Representative c/o Keith L. Davis, Esq. Davis Schilken, PC 7887 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 820 Denver, CO 80111 Legal Notice No. 524008 First Publication: August 6, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Mary Jo Johnson, a/k/a Mary J. Johnson, a/k/a Jody Johnson, a/k/a Mary Johnson, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR30631 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 15, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Bradley J. Johnson

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Judith W. Grant, aka Judith Wilson Grant, aka Judith Grant, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 030674 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 7, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Newell M. Grant Personal Representative c/o Robinson Bailey PC 7100 E. Belleview Avenue, Suite 101 Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111 Legal Notice No. 524020 First Publication: August 6, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Opal Louise Brittain, aka Opal L. Brittain, aka Opal Brittain, Deceased Case Number: 20PR231

Greenwood Village, CO 80121

Legal Notice No. 524009 First Publication: August 6, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Vicky G. Brittain Personal Representative 1801 S. Elm Street Denver, Colorado 80222

Personal Representative 15 Belleview Ln.

Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of NATALIJA VUKOVICH, Deceased Case Number 20 PR 30770; Div. CLX All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Arapahoe, County, Colorado on or before December 14, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Boris B Vukovich CO-Personal Representative 2 W. Dry Creek Cir., Suite 200 Littleton, CO 80120 Mirko B Vukovich CO-Personal Representative 2 W. Dry Creek Cir., Suite 200 Littleton, CO 80120 Legal Notice No. 524030 First Publication: August 13, 2020 Last Publication: August 27, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Nancy Jean Lange, also known as Nancy J. Lange, a/k/a Nancy Lange, Deceased. Case Number: 2020-PR-30772 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado, on or before December 21, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Person Giving Notice: Brian J. Freisinger Personal Representative 239 Glen Park Avenue San Rafael, CA 94901 Legal Notice No. 524041 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Charles Joseph Grant, aka Charles Grant, aka Charles J. Grant, aka Chuck Grant, aka Chuck J. Grant, Deceased Case Number: 20PR30745 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Lawyer for the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 15, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Margaret A. Althoff, Lawyer for the Personal Representative 713 Sandpiper Point Fort Collins, CO 80525 Legal Notice No: 524026 First Publication: August 13, 2020 Last Publication: August 27, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Ronald George Justice, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR190 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 21, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Geoffrey Mark Justice, Personal Representative 6161 S Rosewood Dr Centennial CO 80121 Legal Notice No. 524054 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No. 524033 First Publication: August 14, 2020 Last Publication: August 27, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of GRAHAM A. DAVIES, A/K/A GRAHAM ALLAN DAVIES, A/K/A G.A. DAVIES, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR30638

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 21, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Douglas J. Perko, Attorney for co-Personal Representative Marlene Davies DiGiacomo, Jaggers, & Perko, LLP 5400 Ward Rd., Bldg. III, Ste. 200 Arvada, CO 80002 Legal Notice No. 524036 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Carmen M. Houle, aka Carmela Asunta Molello, aka Carmen Houle, Deceased Case Number :2020PR30810

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 21, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Barbara Houle-von Behren c/o Katz, Look & Onorato, P.C. 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1100 Denver, CO 80203 Legal Notice No. 524057 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Betty Jane Raab, also known as Betty J. Raab, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR030783.

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 14, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. John H. Raab Personal Representative 7702 Deertrail Drive Parker, CO 80138 Legal Notice No. 524027 First Publication: August 13, 2020 Last Publication: August 27, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Frederick Henry Frech, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR30445

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before December 20, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. David R. Frech, Personal Representative 1504 E. 17th Casper, Wyoming 82601 Legal Notice No. 524039 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Bruce E. Deacon, aka Bruce Eugene Deacon,

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Public Notices All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112, on or before December 17, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Jane Deacon Personal Representative 11712 East Adriatic Place Aurora, Colorado 80014-1164

Case Number: 2020PR30566

Case Number 2020 PR 170

Hal R. Blanchard Personal Representative 400 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite #590 Denver, CO 80246

Charles D. Burg, Personal Representative 1776 South Jackson Street, Suite 402 Denver, CO 80210 Legal Notice No. 524031 First Publication: August 13, 2020 Last Publication: August 27, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No. 524013 First Publication: August 6, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No. 524014 First Publication: August 6, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Name Changes

Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Kristina Robinson, Deceased Case No:. 20PR30754

Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Clara Jeweldine Givens Pock, aka Judy G. Pock aka Clara J. Pock, aka Clara Pock, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR30738

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the (District Court of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado) on or before December 6, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

/s/ original signature on file in office of Tamra A. Palmer, #26200 Attorney for Estate

Smith Pock, Personal Representative Paul R. Danborn (24528) Frie, Arndt, Danborn & Thiessen P.C. 7400 Wadsworth Blvd., #201 Arvada, Colorado 80003 303/420-1234 Attorney for Personal Representative Legal Notice No. 524011 First Publication: August 6, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on July 31, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Jabria Rae Bing-Starks be changed to Jabria Rae Bing Case No.: 2020C100300

PUBLIC NOTICE

By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Legal Notice No: 524025 First Publication: August 13, 2020 Last Publication: August 27, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Public notice is given on August 3, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Heather Marie Hanson be changed to Heather Marie de Alva Case No.: 20 C 100326 By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on August 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

Legal Notice No. 524042 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No. 524012 First Publication: August 6, 2020 Last Publication: August 20, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

By: Kathleen Jaushi

Public notice is given on July 24, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

Legal Notice No. 524037 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Public Notice

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Charles E. Rolfson, Deceased

Legal Notice No. 524040 First Publication: August 20, 2020 Last Publication: September 3, 2020 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Palmer, Goertzel & Associates, P.C. Attorney for Estate 6060 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., #200 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Phone Number: 303.789.2899 E-mail: tpalmer@pgapc.com

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JAMES ARLINGTON PATTON, a/k/a JAMES A. PATTON, a/k/a JAMES PATTON, Deceased

Public Notice

By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

PUBLIC NOTICE

The petition requests that the name of Terner Carlos Meeks be changed to Duke Carlos Meeks Case No.: 20 C 100305

The petition requests that the name of Martha Maurine Stocker be changed to Elizabeth Maurine Swayngim Case No.: 2020 C 100329

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