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LPS to be subject of youth suicide study Researcher to investigate how to build culture of health and safety

BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Littleton Public Schools will form one-half of a long-term study into the relationship between social environments and youth suicide.

Dr. Anna Mueller, a professor of sociology from Indiana University, will lead the study, while her colleague Sarah Diefendorf will conduct a concurrent study in Mesa County on Colorado’s Western Slope. The study will be conducted over two school years, concluding in 2021.

The goal, Mueller said, is to learn how to build more connected schools and communities that impart a sense of belonging among youths.

“We’re seeing concerning trends nationwide showing increasing rates of youth suicide and other youth mental health disorders,” Mueller said. “Rather than coming in with assumptions, this is trying to hear kids’ voices themselves.

What’s it like to be a kid today? What are sources of stress and distress?”

The study, “Social Worlds and Youth Wellbeing Study,” will be conducted two ways, according to its website: Mueller and Diefendorf will observe

“youth-centered community life in schools and other community locations,” and will also conduct interviews and focus groups with youths, school staff, parents and other community members.

Participants’ names and identifying characteristics will not be used in the study, Mueller said, and schools will be given pseudonyms. No one under 18 will be interviewed without written permission from their parents or guardians, Mueller said.

Mueller has a lengthy background of studying youth suicide and youth culture, according to her website, annasmueller.com, including dozens of articles, studies and awards.

Mueller is not being paid by LPS, said Nate Thompson, the district’s director of social, emotional and behavioral services, though officials are glad she’s here.

“We love the idea of having a sociologist give an outside perspective of the district and what life is like for our kids,” Thompson said. “We’ve got a relentless focus on how we can help kids be well, and this will give us some great feedback.”

It’s important that Mueller be given space to operate independently, Thompson said.

“We want her to have complete free rein to be honest,” Thompson said.

LPS has dealt with its fair share of tragedy in recent years, Thompson said, including the 2013 shooting at

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MORE INFORMATION To find out more about Dr. Mueller’s study, visit socialworlds.info.

To get in touch with Dr. Mueller, or to volunteer for an interview, contact socialworldsstudy@gmail.com.

If you or someone you know is going through a crisis, call the Colorado Crisis Line at 1-844-493-8255, text “TALK” to 38255, or visit coloradocrisisservices.org.

The Colorado AllHealth Network also has a walk-in mental health clinic open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at 6509 South Santa Fe Drive in Littleton.

Arapahoe High School that left student Claire Davis and her killer dead, and a spate of suicides, including two back-to-back at Arapahoe in fall 2018.

“Trauma compounds,” Thompson said. “We’re dealing with the impacts of that. We’re hoping for insights into what’s unique about our community.”

LPS has taken a proactive approach to youth mental health, Thompson said, developing a variety of programs over the past several years.

The district’s mental health resource program connects families with a network of more than 200 mental health care providers, Thompson said, and the district’s foundation will even pay for services for families in need.

Still, Thompson said, there’s always room to do more.

“Any district that’s taking itself seriously is never satisfied with dealing

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with mental health,” Thompson said.

“Prevention is hard to measure. We don’t know how many kids in crisis don’t die by suicide.”

Mueller said she’s been impressed so far with the district’s offerings.

“All of the district’s high schools are incredible,” Mueller said. “The district has put a lot of thought into mental health services and safety. The only downside is that if I find something that works here, it might be hard to recommend to other districts that can’t muster those same resources.”

The study takes place against a backdrop of greater societal awareness of suicide, and amid what appear to be growing suicide rates, said Sarah Brummett, the director of the state’s Office of Suicide Prevention.

The conversation around dealing with suicidality is expanding, Brummett said.

“Historically, suicide prevention has been tied to mental illness and mental health, but suicide is broader than that,” Brummett said. “There’s lots more going on in a community and within families that can increase or decrease risk: isolation, family instability, food insecurity, or experiences of trauma.”

Social media is likely a contributing factor, Brummett said, though she said it’s too simplistic to lay too much blame on it.

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

When the impact of a suicide started to take a toll on Jim Janicek’s kids, he knew he had to do something.

“My kids go to Arapahoe High School,” Janicek told a crowd at the Ralph L. Carr Colorado Judicial Center near downtown Denver.

When Arapahoe student Nick Bales died by suicide last fall, it sent Janicek’s kids into a spiral, he said.

That was just a few days before another Arapahoe student took her life.

“My kids literally came home saying, `I’m so scared because I don’t know who’s going to be next,’ ” Janicek said.

Janicek, the president of a TV production and marketing company, approached the Colorado Office of Film, Television and Media, later talking to the state Attorney General’s Office.

Eventually, he met Rick Padilla, the father of Jack Padilla, a freshman at

Cherry Creek High School who died by suicide in February. Friends of Jack Padilla, who assembled into a group called “Jackstrong” to raise awareness about suicide, got involved in Janicek’s push, too.

It all led up to an Oct. 8 ceremony at the judicial center, where state officials, teens and mental health leaders launched public service announcement-style videos with a concerted message: “You’re not alone.”

The videos feature young people opening up about their own struggles with mental health and suicide attempts, sharing information about resources and giving advice to parents on how to help kids who may be having suicidal thoughts.

“I truly believe we can live in a world without suicide,” said Zoe Royer, one of five young people who spoke at the event. “The first step is right here. Talking, listening, building meaningful relationships.”

State Attorney General Phil Weiser mentioned Colorado’s high youth suicide rate compared to other states and said one of the core challenges to getting people help is stigma surrounding talking about mental health, which the initiative wants to change.

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Haunted Mansion offers frightful nights

BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Allison Hefner’s heart was still pounding a couple minutes after she left the Haunted Mansion at the Reinke Bros. Halloween superstore in downtown Littleton on Oct. 11.

“This was the first haunted house I’ve ever been to,” Hefner said. “It was incredible — the anticipation, not knowing what was coming next.

Wow.” The rest of the spooky emporium is an experience in itself, jammed with costumes, magic tricks, and performers like magician Richard Nakata and Littleton staples the Dave Frisk Band, who will perform many evenings until Halloween.

The haunted house spans dozens of elaborately decorated rooms, featuring a slew of illusions and special

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Council candidates discuss growth at forum Big topic is making sure development works for residents

BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

It was no surprise that growth and development were big topics at a discussion forum with Littleton’s city council candidates on Oct. 10.

Nine of the 10 council hopefuls attended the forum at Bemis Library, which was hosted by the League of Women Voters. District 4 candidate Kelly Milliman was the only absence.

Jessica Mendes Ford, one of five candidates for two open at-large seats, said if elected she hopes to boost opportunities for public engagement on large-scale development projects.

“High-density development is dependent on context,” Ford said. “It depends on the location. I don’t think anyone wants huge buildings in neighborhoods where they don’t fit.”

Scott Melin, also running at-large, said it’s vital that citizens feel heard on growth issues, and that not all development is bad.

“There are some places where moderate-density housing is appropriate,” Melin said. “We need places

where seniors can downsize. If we lose them, we lose a sense of community continuity.”

At-large candidate Bill Schwanitz said city council should explore ways to “have developers build what we want” to grow affordable housing stock.

“Perhaps we can demand that prices stay within a certain range,” Schwanitz said, adding that he’d also like to see an increase in impact fees charged to developers.

Pam Grove, an at-large candidate, said the upcoming effort to revamp Littleton’s zoning as part of the comprehensive plan process is a good opportunity to strike a balance for higher-density development.

“We want to attract developers who will really partner with us,” Grove said. “It doesn’t mean high-density everywhere. Zoning will help citizens and developers know what to expect.”

Kyle Schlachter, an at-large councilmember running for reelection, said Littleton could address housing affordability by approving accessory dwelling units, or ADUs — also called carriage houses.

“That could be a relatively simple and effective way to make sure seniors and other folks can afford to live in Littleton,” Schlachter said.

Iftin Abshir, running for a seat in District 4 — the city’s southwest quadrant — said it’s important that developers

Nine of Littleton’s 10 city council candidates gathered for a discussion forum on Oct. 10. From left to right, back row: Jessica Mendes Ford, Iftin Abshir, Kyle Schlachter, Jerry Valdes, Scott Melin, Bill Schwanitz and Jane Ozga. Front row: Kate Eckel and Pam Grove.

Candidate Kelly Milliman did not attend.

DAVID GILBERT maintain a balance of residential with commercial, as Littleton’s tax base is primarily drawn from sales tax.

Abshir said council could place timeline requirements on developers, with increasing fees for missed deadlines on building and leasing commercial property, in order to prevent problems like the Littleton Village development at Broadway and Dry Creek Road, where commercial development has lagged behind residential.

“There are ways the city can put pressure on developers,” Abshir said.

Jane Ozga, running to unseat incumbent Jerry Valdes in District 2 — the city’s northeast quadrant — said her part of town has enough highdensity development already.

Ozga said she would consider pushing for a minimum wage increase in Littleton to combat high housing prices.

“Corporations that say they can’t

afford a minimum wage increase are full of it,” Ozga said. “When you want a cheeseburger, you’ll get a cheeseburger, even if it costs a little more.”

Kate Eckel, also running to unseat Valdes in District 2, said she’d like to see more stringent design criteria for new development.

“We can do more to make sure development is environmentally friendly and aesthetically pleasing,” Eckel said. “Still, I don’t want to be adversarial with developers. We need to work together on the common goals of what’s best for Littleton.”

Jerry Valdes, the incumbent in District 2, said he’d like to keep his seat because he has the long-term institutional knowledge to work for citizens.

“I learned to fly-fish as a kid at Ketring Lake,” Valdes said. “I know Littleton, and I work well with constituents.

I’d really like to keep doing that.”

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Ballot issue 7A would allow South Suburban to adjust tax rate Parks and rec district seeks ability to ratchet mill levy up or down

BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Voters will decide this fall whether to allow South Suburban Parks and Recreation to adjust its mill levy rate in the future without asking voters.

The measure, Ballot Issue 7A, will appear on ballots across the district, which includes Littleton, Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Lone Tree, Sheridan, much of Centennial and some unincorporated areas of Arapahoe, Douglas and Jefferson counties.

The district’s current mill levy rate is 8.364, according to South Suburban’s 2019 budget. Voters have previously approved several increases to the levy, and in 2017 approved a measure that indefinitely extended the district’s tax structure.

If 7A is approved, the district would be allowed to adjust its mill levy up or down without voter approval, starting in 2021.

According to the ballot language, the measure would help the district offset reduced revenue as a result of property tax reductions caused by the Gallagher amendment.

Colorado’s residential property tax assessment rate fell to 7.15% from 7.2% in 2019, according to the Colorado General Assembly’s website. The Gallagher Amendment adjusts residential proper-

ty tax rates downward over time.

Proponents say the measure will allow South Suburban to maintain a predictable budget, according to the Blue Book voter’s guide, and will help the district preserve its recreation facilities and open spaces.

Opponents, however, say the measure permanently eliminates voter oversight over South Suburban’s tax rate, and say that the district has mismanaged funds in the past and hasn’t earned the right to control its own tax rate.

Candidates for Littleton City Council, District 2 Kate Eckel Occupation: Director of human resources, Critical Mass Industries Contact information: kateforlittleton@gmail.com, kateforlittleton.com Why are you seeking this office?

I am seeking the District 2 office because I want my district represented. I want my district to have a voice. District 2 is diverse and trending younger. I believe District 2 can help define the future of Littleton while keeping the small-town feel.

Eckel What makes you the best person for the job?

I am the best person because of my energy and fresh perspective. With 25 years of professional experience and over eight years on the Fine Arts Board, I have a good idea of how the city works. I have a talent for listening, bringing parties together and delivering results.

If elected, what would your approach be to growth and development in the city?

Regarding growth and development, what we can do as a community is commit to continued vitality.

I want the community to have a say in growth and development. I believe we can define what we want our community to look and feel like and that direction can be instrumental in future growth and development.

Littleton is landlocked, so there is no expansion, but we can renew and continue to move into the future with the amazing look and feel we do have.

What can be done to alleviate traffic congestion in the city?

Traffic congestion is a multilayered problem with multilayered solutions. With the upcoming Comprehensive and Transportation plans, we will have a guide on how to address and implement solutions. We need to encourage and support alternative ways of getting from point A to B. We must continue positive relationships with CDOT and RTD. We need to bring in small business so that more of us can walk, bike, or use transit to get to work locally (over 81% of Littleton residents use their cars to get to work). I encourage residents to come together to solve our traffic congestion issues.

What else do you want voters to know about you and your approach to city governance?

I like to look at the big picture and think of thoughtful and creative solutions. I don’t like getting stuck on saying “no.” We are in this together and I encourage anyone to reach out to me and to discuss all of these issues!

Jane Ozga Occupation: Retired Contact information: jane_ozga@msn. com Why are you seeking this office?

My goal in becoming a member of city council is to represent my community with honesty and integrity, and to listen to the interests and address the concerns of everyone in my district, especially our senior citizens Ozga and veterans.

What makes you the best person for the job?

I have traveled and worked the world over for the military and large corporations, ending my work career by owning my own small business. I have the experience and the time to help tackle the challenges a growing Littleton faces going forward.

If elected, what would your approach be to growth and development in the city?

The current city council and city staff have already put a considerable amount of time and effort into the Envision process, developing the Comprehensive Plan and Transportation Master Plan (TMP). I will work with other councilmembers, staff, boards and commissions to use this hard work to make necessary updates to our zoning and move forward with solid sensible growth plans.

What can be done to alleviate traffic congestion in the city?

The city already has a plan for addressing some of the worst areas. As a member of city council, I will support going forward with what has already been proposed.

We must also move forward using the TMP as a guide for future projects.

What else do you want voters to know about you and your approach to city governance?

I will welcome comments from any and all who think the city council can help with an issue or who see a problem we need to address. As a member of city council I will try to ensure our tax dollars are spent wisely and for the benefit of all Littleton residents and businesses.

Jerry Valdes Occupation: Retired, former director of operations for property management company; Broncos statistics team Contact information: ValdesforLittleton@gmail.com, ValdesforLittleton.com Why are you seeking this office?

This year, Littleton will elect four city council members. It’s imperative that District 2 have a city council representative who is experienced and knowledgeable about the city’s operations and issues. My background and experience have prepared me to be an effective city council member for District 2.

Valdes

What makes you the best person for the job?

Having lived in District 2 for over 33 years, I know firsthand the issues and concerns of my district. I am in touch with the citizens of District 2, and responsive to their concerns.

I have been a strong voice for the residents of District 2 since being elected to city council.

If elected, what would your approach be to growth and development in the city?

The following are important: (1) The population in the City of Littleton will increase and (2) District 2 does not need more highdensity apartments.

Following the updated comprehensive plan and updated city codes are paramount to ensure that we have development that is where we want and what we want.

I will make sure the recently updated comprehensive plan and soon-to-be-updated codes reflect the history and quality of life our citizens expect in Littleton.

I have been working to substantially increase developer impact fees, so that the developer pays its fair share of the cost of new infrastructure.

What can be done to alleviate traffic congestion in the city?

The city already has a plan for addressing some of the worst areas. As a member of city council, I will support going forward with what has already been proposed. We must also move forward using the TMP as a guide for future projects.

What else do you want voters to know about you and your approach to city governance?

Littleton is a special place to live, raise a family, and retire.

It is imperative that District 2 have a city council representative who understands the complex issues of our district and city and is experienced and knowledgeable about city operations. I am that person.

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Candidates for Littleton City Council, at-large Jessica Mendes Ford

Occupation: Guest teacher at Littleton Public Schools, web content writer Contact information: info@jessicaforlittleton.com, www.jessicaforlittleton.com

Why are you seeking this office?

I’m running for city council because I want to help shape Littleton’s progress toward a brighter future for everyone who lives in the city. I want Mendes Ford to hear from residents about their concerns and hopes for Littleton, and I want to represent their voices in city council decision-making.

What makes you the best person for the job?

My experience as a teacher and a writer makes me an excellent candidate for a city council job. I’m a skilled researcher, and I’m confident I can read and analyze the city council packets to make informed decisions about issues as well as answer questions from residents.

Pam Grove

Occupation: Attorney Contact information: scott4littleton@gmail.com, scott4littleton.com

Why are you seeking this office?

I am a concerned citizen who wants to do what I can to maintain the charm and unique character of Littleton. To me, that means protecting the integrity of our neighborhoods and historical Grove assets, as well as fostering our community spirit.

Why are you seeking this office?

Littleton is my hometown and my children’s hometown. It’s where my parents will grow old. It’s a wonderful community with so many assets that I want to help build and enhance moving forward. I’m running to ensure a thrivMelin ing future in Littleton for people and families of all ages.

What makes you the best person for the job?

As a member of the Littleton Historical Preservation Board for nine years and chair for three years, I have had the opportunity to work with elected officials, city staff, property and business owners and residents. As a retired empty nester, I have the time to invest in city council.

What makes you the best person for the job?

I’m hard-working, collaborative, sensible, and my family and I are wholly invested in Littleton’s past and future. As an attorney, I weigh financial resources against diverse policy and practical issues to help clients make prudent, advantageous decisions.

Throughout, I’m accountable to those I represent for my successes, failures, and honesty.

If elected, what would your approach be to growth and development in the city?

Littleton’s future will be defined by redevelopment.

As residents, we deserve a thoughtful, responsible, and sustainable growth and development plan that preserves Littleton’s character while improving our quality of life. If elected to city council, my approach to future development will be to seek feedback on proposals from all stakeholders, research the short- and long-term impacts of new development projects, and collaborate with other councilmembers and city staff to engage and educate residents in the process. As an elected member of the city council, I’ll strive to make decisions that will lead to the best possible outcomes for Littleton residents.

If elected, what would your approach be to growth and development in the city?

Littleton needs the right balance of commercial and residential land use to ensure a path to maintaining both a beautiful city and a thriving economy. With clear and concise zoning, we can have development that fits our city. City council should partner with developers who will be accountable for accurate and timely projects and proper infrastructure.

Redevelopment and infill should reflect the look of an area, especially in our historic downtown and neighborhoods. It is key to maintain character, particularly with respect to design, scale and density, while taking into consideration the desires of residents and business property owners.

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Kyle Schlachter Occupation: Marketing coordinator, Colorado Wine Industry Development Board, Colorado Department of Agriculture Contact information: kyle4littleton@ gmail.com, www.kyle4littleton.com Why are you seeking this office?

As a father of two young kids, I care deeply about our community’s future. Littleton deserves leadership that listens to its residents, understands our values, and has the vision to maintain the historic Schlachter character of the city while adapting to the modern, metropolitan, and inclusive society in which we live.

What makes you the best person for the job?

During the past two years that I’ve served on city council, we’ve accomplished a lot to steer Littleton in a positive direction. I will continue to lead by example, to bring innovative

Scott Melin

Occupation: Retired Contact information: pamgrove4littletoncitycouncil.com

If elected, what would your approach be to growth and development in the city?

I’ve talked with hundreds of people over the past several months, and growth and development are the major concerns. My top priority is proactively managing growth in ways that reflect the values our community clearly stated through Envision Littleton.

I will work tirelessly to ensure that community character, especially historic character, as well as Littleton’s future economic health, are front and center in implementing Envision Littleton. The long-overdue complan update needs to be adopted in October so we can get on with the really tough business of updating zoning codes. This once-in-a-generation opportunity requires thoughtfulness, care, and robust community input.

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Bill Schwanitz

and creative ideas for the future, and an urgency to preserving the important historic character of our community.

Occupation: Digital content creator Contact information: Bill4Littleton@gmail.com, Bill4Littleton.org

If elected, what would your approach be to growth and development in the city?

I will work toward responsible and community-minded development that provides good jobs, great housing and exciting places to eat, shop and play. A mix of housing options provides cultural, economic, environmental, and social benefits to Littleton’s commercial corridors. We need more opportunities for people, younger and older, to find housing they can afford, that meets their current and future needs. Helping our neighborhoods thrive will help business thrive, too. Commercial activity is the lifeblood of our city. Finally, we need to protect the historic character of Littleton. Historic places provide the distinctiveness and character that make Littleton unique and successful.

Why are you seeking this office?

The voices of citizens are not being heard by city officials, especially on the topic of higher-density development in existing neighborhoods.

Our city needs to create a comprehensive plan with the citizens as first-class participants, not as Schwanitz an afterthought.

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What makes you the best person for the job?

I have spent my entire 33-year career in the software industry helping clients find optimal solutions when faced with many competing technical alternatives. The ability to analyze technical, often legal, issues and form an opinion of the best solution should be a

prerequisite for all city council members.

If elected, what would your approach be to growth and development in the city?

Our neighborhoods need to be protected from higher-density developments. Thoughtful development along major thoroughfares could balance growth with the desire to protect our neighborhoods.

Since there are so few remaining areas to develop in our landlocked city, and so much demand from developers to build here, the city is in a unique position to reach agreements with developers on what should be built and where.

Additionally, we need zoning regulations that are enforceable when developers seek to circumvent them. And we need city officials, especially councilmembers, who are committed to enforcement.

The well-being of our community depends on it.

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Candidates for for Littleton City Council, District 4 Iftin Abshir Kelly Milliman Occupation: Digital content creator Contact information: iftin4littleton@ gmail.com, Iftin4Littleton.com Why are you seeking this office?

Littleton is currently at a crossroads, and I could not stand idly by and let things just happen around me without attempting to improve our hometown. I want to make Littleton the best it can be, not just for the future, but for current residents as well!

Abshir What makes you the best person for the job?

I’m smart, well informed, enthusiastic, organized, will do my research on all issues, and I have the energy and time necessary to devote to the complexities of local government.

Additionally, my extensive educational background and work for an environmental nonprofit has prepared me to navigate important public/private partnerships for Littleton.

If elected, what would your approach be to growth and development in the city?

Growth and development are not the enemies, if they’re managed correctly.

Finding alternatives to cookie-cutter development and keeping the historic character of what brought people to Littleton for over 100 years while still allowing for change is a difficult balance to strike. As a councilmember, I would encourage thoughtful and inclusive development that ensures visiting industries support our local

workers and invest in our infrastructure while giving residents a meaningful voice in determining the future.

Also, it is important that new and re-development prioritizes open space, employs natural landscaping and green building technologies, and preserves Littleton’s diminishing mature tree canopy.

What can be done to alleviate traffic congestion in the city?

Traffic congestion affects our residents in a variety of ways, from increased stress and daily travel costs to the quality of air we all breathe.

I live at Mineral and Santa Fe, so I understand the traffic congestion the residents face — it is a daily reality for me. Small, cost effective solutions could be the best alternatives — such as a study to improve light timing and, where appropriate, increasing the length of turn lanes. I believe with Littleton’s proposed Transportation Master Plan we need policies that promote and support ride-sharing options and green transportation alternatives within the city.

What else do you want voters to know about you and your approach to city governance?

Meeting your elected representatives should be easy and convenient.

I believe city government should be transparent, easily accessible, and inclusive to all. That’s why I pledge to bring back the District 4 meetings. If you would like to set up a one-on-one meeting please reach out through my website, Iftin4Littleton.com.

Occupation: Pediatric nurse at Children’s Hospital Colorado Contact information: kelly4littleton@gmail.com, kelly4littleton.com Why are you seeking this office?

It may sound cliché, but I am running because I love our city! Now is the opportune time for me to serve my community. Littleton has experienced a wonderful, and sometimes challenging, transformation over the years. I want Milliman to play a part in the unfolding story of our beautiful city.

Smart growth can be beneficial to a community if it’s done with forethought and planning. The Envision Littleton process, with the updated Comprehensive Plan, has been an impressive effort. I recognize there is a lot more work ahead and I want to be a part of that process.

What makes you the best person for the job?

I have the energy and enthusiasm to continue moving our city forward in a positive direction. I have been paying attention to what is happening. I want to be part of the future and work through the tough decisions that will help keep Littleton the community we all love.

What can be done to alleviate traffic congestion in the city?

Since 1937, Littleton has evolved from primarily open and agricultural land to a thriving city. Being connected to a major metropolitan area that continues to see unprecedented growth presents traffic issues that irritate but challenge us.

I will be committed to being proactive and I will work with regional and state partners to identify a cohesive approach for adapting to our ever-changing society. Perhaps we could initiate pilot projects that test advanced technologies that will maximize our safety and increase access to mobility choices. No one person or decision will help alleviate traffic but we can continue our collaborative work.

If elected, what would your approach be to growth and development in the city?

The city of Littleton looks very different from 50 years ago. Cities are fluid. They change with the influx of new families, young couples, even senior citizens. I was not born or raised in Littleton, but when my family moved to 80120 we were welcomed with open arms!

What else do you want voters to know about you and your approach to city governance?

Council deals with issues that affect people closest to their home like property issues, land use, and laws that effect quality of life. Those issues are important to me. I want to make sure we deal with them in a way that supports our community now and into the future.

Yes or no on DD: Arguments for and against Measure asks to legalize, tax sports betting to fund water projects

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

As people continue to move to Colorado in droves, one consequence of population growth is often overlooked: the water Coloradans consume.

That’s why Proposition DD this November asks voters to legalize sports betting and allow the state to tax it to send millions of dollars to projects that would manage Colorado’s water supply.

Opponents, though, worry that legalizing sports betting online, in particular, could lead to many Coloradans losing money with the tap of a button on a smartphone.

Here’s a look at how legal sports

betting would work, how it could help Colorado’s strained water landscape and what the arguments are on both sides.

What would DD legalize?

By passing DD, voters would allow sports betting of any amount by people 21 or older starting in May, including online, or on mobile sports betting platforms operated by Colorado casinos.

If voters in Black Hawk, Central City or Cripple Creek approve a separate ballot question to legalize sports betting in their cities, casinos could also offer in-person sports betting, according to the 2019 state ballot information booklet, or “blue book.”

Where would the money go?

Under DD, the state could collect up to $29 million per year in sports betting revenue. Colorado would do that through a 10% tax on casinos’ net sports betting proceeds.

The vast majority of the money — $27 million each year — would go toward carrying out Colorado’s Water Plan. Projects under that plan could tackle issues such as water storage and supply, conservation and land use, agriculture, the environment, and recreation. State law outlines those types of projects that can be funded.

The Colorado Water Conservation Board, whose members are appointed by the governor, oversees the implementation of the plan and approves water project grants.

Interstate water compacts and water obligations outlined in federal law could also be funded with Prop DD revenue.

A compact is an agreement between two or more states to establish how the water of an interstate river will be shared between users in different states.

Gambling addiction, casino area impacts A small portion of Prop DD money

each year would go toward gambling addiction services: $130,000 divided up for a crisis hotline, along with prevention and treatment regarding gambling disorders.

A “hold harmless fund” of $1.7 million per year would give revenue to entities that receive tax revenue from traditional gambling and horse racing, such as casino cities and counties, community colleges, and the State Historical Fund. They could apply for funding if they can prove they lost money following the legalization of sports betting.

For or against Prop DD supporters say water is a scarce resource in Colorado and that demand will keep rising as population grows. Urban cities and agricultural communities alike face challenges if the state can’t meet its water needs, they say.

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Candidates for Littleton Public Schools Board of Education Crysti Copp

City or town of residence: Centennial Occupation: Part-time office manager with Run4Fund$, fulltime mom Contact information: copp4lps@ gmail.com, www.copp4lps.com Why are you seeking this office?

I want to help continue the legacy of excellence that LPS has shown for many years. We have opportunities for innovation coming up that will give our students an even better foundation for their post-graduate expeCopp riences, whatever they may be.

What makes you the best person for the job?

As a mom of two LPS students, I have volunteered for 10 years, from PTOs to the Safe Schools Committee to the Long-Range Planning Committee and serving as co-lead of the bond initiative.

With strong relationships within the district and community, I have an understanding of how the board works.

What, if anything, should be done to enhance security at district schools?

Security of our students is very important. LPS’s security leaders are nationally recognized for their expertise. They are constantly monitoring our current systems and upgrading to the best technology to protect our students. I fully support the needs and upgrades these experts suggest. Our community really needs to know that our students’ safety is an extremely high priority to the district and become a partner with the district in continuing to ensure the highest level of security for our students. I will do my best to encourage this partnership.

Lindley McCrary

Robert Reichardt

City or town of residence: Littleton Occupation: Education researcher Contact information: lindley@ lindleyforlps.com, lindleyforlps.com

City or town of residence: Littleton Occupation: Education researcher Contact information: robert@robertrforeducation.com, www.robertrforeducation.com

Why are you seeking this office?

I am seeking this office because I believe in the power of a strong public education system, which provides equity and an opportunity for all students to succeed. LPS is a legacy district, and I want to be a part of continuing that legacy for years to come.

McCrary What makes you the best person for the job?

My extensive experience in Littleton Public Schools has provided me with the skill set to be a strong leader and a consensus builder by actively listening and engaging with the community. I have the knowledge of district operations and the perspective to see areas where improvement can be achieved.

What, if anything, should be done to enhance security at district schools?

School safety and security is a serious issue and a high concern in our community. LPS has an award-winning security team that works 24 hours a day, seven days a week, a sophisticated security system and strong partnerships with local law enforcement.

While LPS is doing a lot of things right when it comes to security, there is always room for growth and improvement. The best way to ensure safety and security is to create a safe culture and climate. Students at every age should be aware of and comfortable using the safety and security measures that are available.

Why are you seeking this office?

Serving on the school board is how I use my 20 years of experience working as an education researcher to support my community.

I have made positive contributions over the past four years and grown as a board member. I hope to continue Reichardt contributing for the next four years.

What makes you the best person for the job?

My four years of board experience taught me a lot about the district and role of a board member. I bring 20 years of experience studying what works in education and have two children currently in LPS. Prior my board service, I volunteered in the district for seven years.

What, if anything, should be done to enhance security at district schools?

Improvement of student safety and security has been a constant focus of the board over the past four years.

We have increased our investments in security technology, in our awardwinning security team, and enhanced our partnerships with the cities of Centennial and Littleton to support the police officers in our secondary schools and patrols of our elementary schools. Possible future areas of work are new technologies identify students and staff as well as control school access and/or clear backpacks to reduce opportunities to hide weapons.

What, if anything, should be done to better address the mental health needs of district students?

Student and staff mental health is a big issue in LPS. There is an entire department as well as counselors and psychologists at each school dedicated to supporting our students. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem to be enough. I’d like to see more partnership with families, places of worship, clubs and other places where staff and students can link up with adults and peers for support, encouragement and coping tools.

What, if anything, should be done to better address the mental health needs of district students?

Mental health is also an issue that must be a focus and a priority for the district, and directly ties into school safety. Since 2013, the district has invested an additional $800,000 per year to improve mental health services for students. Our mental health team continues to evaluate the system and make improvements where needed. More funding is the most important improvement that can be made for mental health services overall, which would provide access to more programs and services that can enhance the abilities of the district to address the mental health needs of its students.

What, if anything, should be done to better address the mental health needs of district students?

Children’s mental health needs are an on-going challenge for our community and nation. The National Academy recently released the Vibrant and Healthy Kids report that describes the heighted risk for mental health problems in high-achieving schools. Over the past four years we have changed start times to improve student well-being, implemented innovative programs to help students access mental health services, and school-based programs to help students connect with each other and adults. The work continues. LPS has invited an outside researcher learn more about student suicide and the Board is developing a process learn more about school engagement challenges.

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Jessica Roe

City or town of residence: Centennial Occupation: Journalist, private investigator, full-time law student Contact information: Jroe4LPS@ gmail.com, www.JRoe4LPS.com Why are you seeking this office?

I believe students, parents, educators and taxpayers deserve access to — and accountability from – school board directors. I want to be connected to the population affected by the board’s decisions. I will seek out and listen to feedback. I will be transparent in every step of this role.

Roe What makes you the best person for the job?

With a background in communications, law and public service, I am positioned to bring an outside perspective. I know public service can be challenging. As a public servant, I will at all times remember the “servant” part of my title and make decisions in the best interest of constituents.

What, if anything, should be done to enhance security at district schools?

LPS must commit to the recommendations that came from the joint arbitration agreement with the family of Claire Davis following the shooting at Arapahoe High School. Other enhancements at may come from recommendations from the Legislature’s School Safety Committee, which called on me to testify at their first convening in July. We should require third-party campus security assessments, add bullet-proof film on exterior windows and glass panels adjacent to classroom doors; number all of our classrooms on the outside windows, the roof, and on the door glass panel; and centralize the physical act locking down a campus with one-button systems.

What, if anything, should be done to better address the mental health needs of district students?

We can only best serve the mental health needs of our students if our professionals have proper tools, training and support. If we provide educators a livable salary, reasonable class sizes, appropriate planning time, and the tools and training they need, they will be better positioned to spot students in need of counseling or other mental health services. We also need continued reporting from LPS’s social, emotional and behavioral health team to the board, which recently provided a snapshot of the variety of mental health and discipline issues our educators encounter daily, and the effectiveness of programs in place.

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Yes or no on CC: Arguments for and against Ballot question asks whether state can keep tax money that goes above TABOR limits

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The most controversial choice on voters’ ballots this November may not be over a politician — it could be over Proposition CC. That’s a measure that asks Colorado voters to allow the state government to keep tax revenue that it currently must give back to taxpayers on an annual basis.

Proponents say it’s a small start to catching Colorado’s budget up from dire shortfalls in funding for education and roads and bridges. But opponents say taxpayers can’t be sure the money will be spent the way it’s promised.

Here’s a breakdown of what Prop CC does, the arguments for and against it, and how it relates to TABOR, one of Colorado’s most beloved — and infamous — laws.

What is TABOR? Colorado voters in 1992 passed the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights, or TABOR, which limits the amount of money that the state government can collect and spend, or save, each year.

The limit is adjusted each year based on inflation, population growth, and voter-approved changes to the limit, according to the 2019 state ballot information booklet, or “blue book.” TABOR is an amendment to the Colorado Constitution.

Currently, about one-third of the money Colorado collects is subject to the limit, including most taxes and some fees. The other two-thirds of state funds includes money from voter-approved tax increases, government-owned businesses and the federal government.

Under TABOR, money collected above the limit must be refunded to taxpayers.

Part of the money returns to people in property tax benefits from local governments, and part of it comes back through state income tax returns.

How much is at stake?

Proposition CC would eliminate future TABOR refunds and instead use that money for K-12 education, higher education and transportation projects.

Just how much money the refunds are worth is unclear. The Legislative Council Staff — the state Legislature’s nonpartisan research arm — estimates TABOR refunds would total $542 million from fiscal year 2019 to 2022. The Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting put the figure at $1.7 billion for the same time period. Earlier this year, the Legislative Council estimated a $652 million refund from fiscal year 2019 to 2021 alone.

What this means for individual

taxpayers is that, depending on their yearly income, a TABOR refund in one year could be as low as $20 or as high as $79. Joint filers would get twice as much.

If the governor’s office’s higher projections hold, on average, individuals’ one-year refunds could be about $125, and joint filers could get $323, for 2022-23.

Where would it all go?

If Proposition CC passes and TABOR refunds cease, the money would be split into equal thirds for public schools, higher education and transportation projects.

Public schools would receive money on a per-pupil basis — depending on how many students they have — and only for non-recurring expenses, meaning the money can’t go to teacher salaries. It could go to initiatives to improve teacher training, books and technology for students, and other assistance to teachers.

Transportation money would be split 60% to the State Highway Fund, 22% to counties and 18% to municipalities.

Of the State Highway Fund share, no more than 85% could be spent for highway-related projects, and at least 15% would go to transit-related projects.

Higher education spending appears not to be limited to specific criteria, based on the text of state House Bill 19-1258, the technical language related to Proposition CC that goes into effect if it succeeds.

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“It can also be a platform for young people to connect and get validation and help in non-traditional ways,” Brummett said. “But it can also reinforce inaccurate perceptions of social norms — kids can think ‘everyone’s perfect but me.’

And, people can be nasty online when they’re anonymous.”

Some of Mueller’s previous work has found other risk factors. At last year’s Sources of Strength meeting — a community forum on youth mental health hosted by LPS — Mueller presented findings from a study she conducted in a city she identified by the pseudonym “Poplar Grove.”

After a spate of youth suicides, Mueller’s research found youth cited extreme pressure to succeed in academics and athletics as stressors. The problem was exacerbated, Mueller found, by a stigma against mental health care and openly discussing trauma.

“If we are all half as brave as you are, I think we’re going to be in good shape,” Weiser told the five young speakers.

The videos — on Instagram and YouTube — have a collective thousands of views, with the Instagram account amassing more than 300 followers as of Oct. 11.

Leaders from Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners, Mental Health Colorado and the state Office of Behavioral Health also spoke, along with Donald Zuckerman, film commissioner with the Office of Film, Television and Media.

Rick Padilla is one of many parents who lost children — four in total — to suicide in the Cherry Creek School District this year, and other south metro Denver students died by suicide as well in that time.

“I think there’s really three goals,” Padilla said of the PSA effort. “One, elevate the conversation and awareness around the issue. The second goal is to reach teens through teens.” Third, the initiative may run the messages on TV,

Sociology professor and suicide researcher Dr. Anna Mueller will conduct a long-term study of youth suicide and social interaction at LPS. DAVID GILBERT Bringing the issue of youth suicide into the open can be critical to addressing it, Mueller said.

“Kids want to talk about it,” Mueller said. “And I want to hear what they have to say.”

Padilla added.

Padilla, who lives near Cherry Creek High School, is the former director of housing in the Denver Office of Economic Development.

He’s now in a role that’s brand new for the City of Denver: suicide prevention administrator. The city is preparing to analyze and improve its efforts to support mental health, and as part of that, Padilla started a “community listening sessions” program. The first took place at Park Hill Branch Library Sept. 30, with three speakers and feedback from the crowd.

Padilla’s hoping for another session by the end of the year, and one with teen speakers, like the teens and young adults at the PSA launch.

Alexis McCowan, a student at the University of Northern Colorado, told the Oct. 8 crowd that her last suicide attempt was in 2017.

“And it will be my last, and it has been my last,” McCowan said. “I would love to use this messaging to reach other teens so that they’ll also be able to say that.”

“There is always,” McCowan said, “a future after the pain.”

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The specialized program seeks to help students be better prepared for their career goals in early care and early childhood education. A second cohort will begin the program in spring 2020.

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of our growing local community,” Courtney Loehfelm, executive director of the ACC Foundation, said in a news release. “We extend our sincere gratitude to the PNC Foundation for supporting this program and ensuring young children have qualified teachers during their most formative years.”

The PNC Foundation, which receives its principal funding from The PNC Financial Services Group, supports organizations that provide services for the benefit of communities in which it has a significant presence. The foundation focuses its philanthropic mission on early childhood education and community and economic development, which includes the arts and culture.

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Ballot Issue 1A: Jail safety outweighs some legitimate concerns

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eputies assaulted by inmates more frequently than ever before.

Electrical systems, walls, floors and plumbing stressed and strained to the limits.

Inmates living three to a cell.

Little room to provide inmates with needed treatment for substance abuse and mental health issues, leaving them at heightened risk of reoffending when released back into the community.

Those are just some of the reasons Arapahoe County officials say a new jail is needed to replace a 33-year-old facility originally built to house 386 inmates. Today, the Arapahoe County jail on South Potomac Street near Centennial Airport routinely holds more than 1,100 inmates. The jail — with the ability today to accommodate 1,458 inmates following a 2002 expansion — regularly brushes up against the 80% capacity recommendation by the National Institute of Corrections.

“The stress on everyone is building,” Sheriff Tyler Brown said. “It’s like a pressure cooker.”

Ballot Issue 1A asks voters to provide the funding for this $465 million undertaking. If approved, the measure would raise the property tax levy by 3.4 mills.

The owner of a $380,000 home would pay an additional $5.66 a month, or about $68 a year. Residents would still have the lowest mill levy in the metro

OUR VIEW area, according to the county.

The majority of the money — roughly $399 million, according to county documents — would go toward design and construction of the new facility. But officials say they are also committed to providing programs that address mental health and substance abuse, and providing programs to keep nonviolent and first-time offenders out of jail. A citizens oversight committee would keep watch over the spending.

We encourage you to vote yes on this ballot question.

But just as county commissioners and the sheriff have made a strong case that the facility needs to be replaced, opponents have made salient points against building a new jail.

A coalition was formed to oppose the measure in early October, and includes the American Civil Liberties Union of Colorado, as well as other groups that work to promote civil rights.

The coalition says roughly twothirds of inmates in the jail have not been convicted of a crime, but rather are in a pre-trial phase and cannot afford bond. Lowering or eliminating bond for low-level offenders and expanding the court schedule from five to six or seven days a week would

Proposition CC is tempting but comes up short

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t’s a very intriguing proposition.

Vote to forgo a relatively small tax refund and allow the state to spend that money on much-needed programs for K-12 education, higher education and transportation in Colorado.

Conceivably, forever.

It’s primarily the permanency of Proposition CC — along with a few other concerns — that has us recommending you vote no on this measure.

CC asks voters to allow the state to keep money collected above the limit established by the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights, commonly called TABOR. That amount is estimated to be $310 million during the 2020-21 budget year and $342 million the following year, ac-

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That would mean on 2020 and 2021 tax returns a typical single filer would give up a refund ranging from $26 to $90.

Estimates in this analysis were not made available beyond two years, and it should be stated that there would not be any additional revenue if the economy takes a dive.

The proposition would divide excess revenue equally among three segments: public schools, public higher education, SEE PROPOSITION, P20

vastly reduce the jail population, members say.

The group also maintains that the nearly half a billion dollars that would go toward a new jail would be better spent on community-based services and programs for those with mental health and addiction issues in an effort to keep people out of jail in the first place.

Addressing the criminal code by reducing the number of offenses punishable by incarceration has also been suggested.

No doubt, the entire criminal justice system could use some help when it comes to addressing the crisis of offenders who struggle with mental illness, substance abuse and poverty.

We believe the 1A opposition’s arguments should resonate over the long haul and across the broader landscape of the state and nation — but we also believe those arguments are not reasons to deny the county a new jail.

The need to replace the jail is real and there may not be a better time for it. County officials fear the price tag of a new jail will only go up. Meanwhile, the cramped conditions will continue to take their toll until something is done.

The new facility would come with 1,612 beds, 154 more than the current jail. It would also allow for larger kitchen and laundry facilities and a

bigger book-and-release center. Those portions of the jail are landlocked by the current facility’s housing units and have not been expanded — nor can they be.

With so many people in such a confined space, tension and violence have been on the rise, the sheriff says.

A jail should be a safe place, for deputies and for inmates. A larger facility would certainly help mitigate safety concerns.

But equally important, a jail plays a role in the safety of the community at large by providing proper treatment and educational opportunities, in an effort to keep inmates from reoffending. We would have liked to have seen a more detailed plan for how this will be accomplished.

While mental health and substance abuse programs are included in the ballot language, no specific dollar amounts are tied to these initiatives.

If 1A passes, it’s going to be up to all of us to keep an eye on how this money — your money — is spent and demand that dollars go to programs and treatment geared toward helping inmates heal and become productive members of society.

Ballot Issue 1A is not perfect. The question we must ask ourselves, however, is this: Does Arapahoe County need a new jail?

Yes.

Finding the value in our values

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f you have never taken the time to identify or define what your values are, or what your belief system WINNING is, don’t sweat it because you WORDS are not alone.

As a matter of fact, most people just assume they know what their values are — they know what belief system they follow to make decisions in life and Michael Norton in business.

Recently I found myself going through this exercise again with a few people whom I coach, and a company I work with. We talked about what their mission was, we discussed

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Here is why they struggle or come up with those common values: They get the order wrong.

What happens most times is that individuals and organizations typically start out with trying to define their mission, vision, and values. And it’s usually attempted in that order. Maybe they begin with a mission statement or a vision statement. And once they have completed those, then they try and come up with the values

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Show me the gore, I’ll show you the door

or unknown reasons, I have never wanted to enter the rhythm of a Black Sabbath concert, or walk down the mall with fake blood on my face, or a fake severed head under my arm.

Maybe you can tell me where the entertainment is in pretend zombies and vampires, and in haunted houses dripping with viscera.

Fangs for the memories?

Death has fascinated the living: forever.

The Egyptians spent their lives preparing their royalty for death. More specifically, afterlife. And they have provided us with everlasting memorials, and archaeologists with everlasting employment.

Author (“Peter Pan”) J. M. Barrie said, “To die will be an awfully big adventure.”

That’s one way to look at it. However, I have no plans to precede death with faked death, via violent video games, or action films, or staggering through Douglas County looking like I survived a shooting.

I admit I was a fan of Universal’s 1930s horror films, especially “Frankenstein,” “The Wolfman,” and “The

Mummy.”

Additionally, “The Invisible Man,” directed by James Whale (the subject of 1998’s “God and Monsters”), while not QUIET exactly a horror film, DESPERATION is close to one, and holds up to this day as an example of exceptional filmmaking.

For part of the film, actor Claude Rains resembles a mummy.

Those films, while depicting violence and death, were bloodCraig Marshall less.

Along the way, films Smith changed along with everything else.

Actual deaths have been shown on television, and are readily available online.

“Simulated Deaths” is director Quentin Tarantino’s middle name, but he wasn’t the first.

Director Sam Peckinpah, and others, choreographed death and made it look fashionable.

When I was in college, I heard about a band named Alice Cooper. A band

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feature exceptionally realistic decapitations, severed arms and legs, and buckets of blood.

The thought of being the director of what are called “splatter films” in the aftermath of something like the Las Vegas mass shooting would be untenable to me.

If there were no real-life instances of horror perhaps I would have a better understanding.

When I hear about two children being submerged in an oil tank by their father, I am not tempted by a matinee of anything similar.

Many others can find a significant difference between actual gore and staged gore. Not me.

Spoilsport? Absolutely.

My porch lights are off on Halloween.

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Roberta Ann Liggett

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Vote for McCrary and Reichardt Lindley McCrary and Robert Reichardt were the two most prepared and knowledgeable candidates at the League of Women Voters recent forums.

After watching them both nights, they consistently put the students first in their conversations. Lindley and Robert recognized that their role as a governing board is to have clear policies and to be informed by staff of the accomplishments and the challenges while listening closely to the community. The volunteer service they have both provided on various committees at the school and district levels has enriched their knowledge and understanding of the broad and diverse spectrum of Littleton Public Schools. They both recognized that the next few years will be very exciting and busy times as the district continues with the ongoing bond work, addressing the continued funding shortfalls from the state and closing achievement gaps within the district.

I believe they will handle these challenges thoughtfully, will listen to the community and stay focused on making students the center in these decisions.

I encourage you to vote for them as a former board member myself.

Tracie Rainey Centennial

comprised of young men named after a female would have been enough to counter the Beach Boys, for example, but when I heard their live act (as it were) glamorized death, I veered away from them.

It turned out “Alice” was a scrawny kid from a Phoenix suburb who became a pretty good golfer, and not much of a threat to the women and children of America.

Nevertheless, I don’t comprehend the attraction.

I am not a deep-dish philosopher, but if I were one, perhaps I would say that we sometimes offset the fear of death or the reality of death with things like “Day of the Dead” and zombie crawls.

Perhaps there is a factory-installed gene we share that makes us want to create and watch and play violent video games. I just wasn’t given one.

There have been discussions for years about the relationship, if any, between real-life horrors and shock films that

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approved, 7A will not increase district tax revenues but will ensure that previously voter approved tax funding for the district does not decrease in the future.

South Suburban delivers high quality recreation opportunities for our residents by careful planning and budgeting. Revenue stability is critical to ensuring this continued high quality level of service and 7A provides that necessary stability. In the current structure, due to residential assessment rate declines, the district has lost more than $1.8 million of voter-approved property tax revenues over the last four years and is estimated that the losses will only increase for the foreseeable future.

By voting yes on 7A, property tax revenues previously approved by the voters will remain constant and allow South Suburban to continue to provide best-in-class recreational opportunities for our district residents.

Scott LaBrash, current South Suburban board chair John Ostermiller, prior South Suburban board chair Vote yes on 1A The current members of the Board of Arapahoe County Commissioners are to be commended for their research, evaluation and unanimous (bipartisan) support of the ballot measure that will enhance the public safety of Arapahoe County. Ballot Measure 1A, a long-term investment in public safety, will ensure the safety of sheriff ’s deputies, will reduce unsafe conditions caused by overcrowding of inmate populations and will provide space for critical inmate programs that will reduce recidivism, address mental health concerns and provide much needed education/job SEE LETTERS, P24

Robin, 77, died peacefully on September 16, 2019, in Littleton, Colorado. A graduate of the University of Northern Colorado, she worked in the book department of May D&F before starting a long career as an administrator for Diners Club. She read constantly and amassed a sizeable library on subjects ranging from geology to archeology, Native American culture and cooking. She was an avid weekend hiker with the Colorado Mountain Club. For years she studied

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Events are among many happening around Denver metro area

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eaves are changing colors and falling from trees; the cool, crisp fall air can be felt in the morning; and costume shops are starting to pop up. October is here.

There are plenty of ways to celebrate fall and Halloween across the Denver metro area. Here are some ideas for how to get out of the of the house and get festive through the rest of the month.

Contact: www.cityofwestminster. us/HalloweenHarvestFestival The scoop: Westminster’s Halloween Harvest Festival will feature trick-or-treating, live music, food trucks, jumping castles, arts and crafts, a barbecue competition, a pumpkin patch and more. The event will feature a hot-air balloon glow, paying homage to the old Westminster Mall.

“It’s different than your typical fall festival, because we have different aspects with it,” said Lauren Gladu, marketing analyst for the City of Westminster.

there will be a Halloween pet costume contest. Event organizers recommend a $5 donation for the contest to benefit the Foothills Animal Shelter. Live music will also be at the event.

“It’s a blast. People really get into (the pet costume contest), and it goes to a good cause,” said Janelle Hinton, marketing director for Belmar.

Families also get an early start (on the holiday),” said Josh Rivero, president of the Cherry Creek Valley Rotary Club of Parker.

Castle Rock Museum Ghostly & Tragic Tales of Castle Rock Walking Tour Trick or Treat on Mainstreet in Where: 420 Elbert Parker will see businesses on deck St., Castle Rock ready to give out candy to trickWhen: Oct. 17, or-treaters.

COURTESY OF THE TRICK OR TREAT ON MAINSTREET PARKER Oct. 24 and Oct. 29 Glow at the Gardens COLORADO FACEBOOK PAGE from 7 to 8 p.m.

Cost: The museum Trick or Treat Street in Howl’oween at Aspen at Denver Botanic Gardens is asking for a $10 donation.

Olde Town Arvada Grove in Littleton Where: 1007 York St., Denver Contact: 303-814-3164 Where: 7305 Grandview Ave., Where: 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, When: Oct. 21 through Oct. 25 from The scoop: The Castle Rock MuseArvada Littleton 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. um is hosting a ghost tour of the city When: Oct. 25 from 5 to 7 p.m.

When: Oct. 26 from 3 to 5 Cost: $21 for the first time. Tales of reported Cost: Free p.m. for adults, ghosts will be told along the walk, Contact: 303-420-6100 Cost: Free $19 for adult including ones about the Castle Rock The scoop: Participating businessContact: 303-794-0640 members, $17 es in Olde Town Arvada will be hand- Chamber of Commerce building.

The scoop: More than 20 for children “People are just generally interesting out candy to trick-or-treaters. stores will be handing out ages 3 to 15, ed in these kinds of stories, and you Performances will take place in the candy to trick-or-treaters $15 for child might hear them occasionally, but square of the area, and the Arvada along with dog treats for members, we’ll put all of them together. We’ve Historic Society will do children your furry friends. Hayrides and free for assembled a number of interesting activities at the flower mill. will also be available, plus a children age 2 stories about former folks who lived “it’s really great for the commupumpkin patch. Afterward, or younger. in Castle Rock,” said Angie DeLeo, nity. This is one of Olde Town’s most monster movies will be Contact: 720director for the Castle Rock Museum. family-friendly events,” said Joe played at the Alamo Draft865-3500 Hengstler, executive director of the house Cinema. Ticket fees The scoop: Denver Botanic Gardens will Belleview Park After Dark in Englewood Olde Town Arvada, Business Imapply for the movies.

Denver Botan- be lit up with hundreds of Where: 1225 W. Belleview Ave., provement District.

“Our community has ic Gardens will carved pumpkins, crafted by Englewood been asking for the return be lit up with professional carvers.

When: Oct. 19 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Trick or Treat on Mainhundreds of COURTESY OF ERIN BIRD of trick-orCost: Free street in Parker treating at carved pumpContact: www.englewoodco.gov/ Where: 20120 E. Aspen Grove, kins, crafted by parks-recreation-library/parksMainstreet, Parker and we look forward to professional carvers. Other features recreation-library-news-and-events/ When: Oct. 31 from celebrating with famifrom the event will include games, belleview-park-after-dark 3:30 to 7 p.m. lies and pups alike,” trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving The scoop: Previously held at the Cost: Free said Allysen Santilli, demos and more.

Englewood Recreation Center, the Contact: trickormarketing manager “All of the pumpkins are real. We city’s Halloween Carnival is movtreatonmainstreet. for the Aspen Grove wanted to bring some type of Haling to Belleview Park. There will be com Shopping Center. loween event to the (Denver Botanic sweets, Halloween activities, games, The scoop: Parker Gardens) location in Denver,” said is inviting all children arts and crafts, face painting and Belmar Boo Erin Bird, communications manager more. to come trick-or-treat Where: 464 S. Teller for Denver Botanic Gardens.

“It will be a very community-cenin downtown Parker.

St., Lakewood Belmar Boo will feature a tered event that will allow families to When: Oct. 26 from Halloween pet costume contest Businesses will be on Halloween Harvest enjoy a night of trick-or-treating in a 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Festival in Westminster for your furry friends. The event deck to give trick-orfun and safe environment, and local treaters all the candy Cost: Free Where: 5453 W. 88th Ave., Westminbenefits the Foothills Animal business can be involved and get they can eat.

Contact: jahinton@ Shelter. ster exposure in a fun and creative way,” “It gives the chance starwoodretail.com When: Oct. 19 from noon to 8 p.m.

COURTESY OF JANELLE HINTON said Sara Stant, recreation program for the community to The scoop: Stores Cost: Admission is free. Additional celebrate Halloween, and it gives kids administrator for the city of Englein Belmar will be handing out candy costs for food, drinks, pumpkin purwood. a safe place to gather their treats. to costumed children. Afterward, chases and more.

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Red predominates in gallery exhibit Color is theme that ties together works on display

IF YOU GO

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

There are certainly many ways of seeing, envisioning, interpreting the primary color red …

“Code Red” is the Littleton Fine Arts Guild’s latest exhibit, running through Nov. 10 at the historic red Depot Art Gallery.

The challenge was: “Red paintings … or something you’re passionate about …” Responses are imaginative and varied, including the “People’s Choice,” chosen during the opening reception: “Super Worm Equinox Moon,” by photographer Bill Knoll.

Many readers will recall heading outside to view that recent red moon …

The juror for this interesting new exhibit of paintings, photographs and mixed media was Jo Anne Nelson, who exhibits a large, red, mixed media piece, “A place on the side.”

She wrote: “… I encourage each individual to create a place where there is

“Code Red” runs through Nov. 10, followed by some individual members’ “Two Night Stand.” Then, holiday shopping begins in earnest with the opening of the “Holiday Art and Gift Market” at the Depot, 2069 W. Powers Ave., downtown Littleton.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. 303795-0781. Admission is free. only creative thought and peace.” She has exhibited her art in Parker and elsewhere.

The color red does indeed jump out at a viewer as one’s eyes circle the gallery: from a few bright pottery pieces to Christopher Schrank’s subtle, textured mixed-media panel, with a small red block at lower right (honorable mention), to Jeff Velarde’s large, realistic oil painting, “20th and Blake,” showing fans pouring into the red brick Coors Field (second place).

City scenes took top spots: First place was awarded to Sharon Wink for her subtle, expertly painted oil, “Venice,” which includes soft reds and oranges in her depiction of his-

“Poppies Delight” by Rita Campbell, which took third place in the “Code Red” show at the Depot Art Gallery. COURTESY PHOTO toric houses along a Venetian canal, with water glistening around them.

Nelson chose Jeff Velarde’s large

oil “Beneath the Neon” as best of show. It depicts a lone figure with a cane, shielded from rain under a flashy theater marquee, presumably in some American city, while others walk past on wet, reflective sidewalks. Again, painting skill is evident, as well as storytelling skill.

Is he meeting someone? On the way home? Does he have a home? Where has he been? You can smell the soaked pavement.

On another theme, third place went to Rita Campbell’s cheerful red, orange, pink “Poppy Delight” and an honorable mention to Rita Campbell’s watercolor “Poppies Aglow.”

The visitor might want to start some early holiday shopping … New member Linda Burch, who joined the guild recently — “four days after moving from Arizona” — displays some sparkly jewelry and beaded bags. Glass and pottery pieces beckon, and bright baskets, woven from fabric, are on the front table near the entrance. Bobbi Shupe’s Treasure Box and gleaming fused glass bowls

by S. Van Der Kamp are appealing — as well as Brian Serff ’s small paintings, “Venice” and “Myknos.”

New works coming to area art gallery

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ittleton artists Tatiana Dowell and Michelle Lamb will exhibit new work opening from 6 to 10 p.m. on Oct. 25 at CORE New Art Space, in 40 West, at 6851 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. Dowell creates impressionistic art that captures her passion for flowers. She is inspired by her own beautiful and colorful garden. The painting process has a freedom that is therapeutic and uplifting … Gallery hours: Friday 5 to 10 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. 303-297-8428, coreartspace.com.

This is Colorado Artist Steve Griggs will jury the 2019 This is Colorado exhibit, hosted annually by Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Colorado. Entries are extended until Oct. 31 at Arapahoe.edu/2019-colorado/ submission-information. The exhibit will run Dec. 3 to Jan. 16 at Colorado Gallery of the Arts, Arapahoe Community College, Littleton.

Ballet Ariel A trio of matinees, “Peter and the Wolf,” by Ballet Ariel will be performed, each at 3 p.m.: Oct. 19, D.L. Par-

sons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive, Northglenn (303-450-8800); Oct. 20, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance, 119 Park SONYA’S Ave. West, Denver SAMPLER (303-295-1759); Oct. 27, Schoolhouse Theatre, 19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker (303-805-6800).

Englewood Arts Presents Horns will be featured at 2 p.m. on Oct. 19 at Hampden Hall, Englewood Civic Sonya Ellingboe Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway, as the Saturday matinee concerts begin.

Brahms Horn Trio; Beethoven and Prokofiev Sonatas. Tickets: $25/$20. See englewoodarts.org, 303-806-8196.

Art at St. Andrew Photographer Gwen Paton and painter Sheila Kinsman exhibit their work Nov. 4 to Dec. 12 at St. Andrew UMC, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Kinsman is author/illustrator of “Rhyming With the Birds.” Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

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League of Women Voters The League of Women Voters will hold a Ballot Issues Forum at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 22 at Columbine United Church, 6375 S. Platte Canyon Drive, Littleton.

Hollywood story “Hollywood: Her Story: An Illustrated History of Women and the Movies” will be introduced at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 23 at Tattered Cover, 2426 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, by local authors Jill S. Tietjen, P.E. and Barbara Bridges.

SCFD Nearly 300 arts, culture and science organizations from the seven-county area will receive more than $60 million in funding from the voter-created Scientific and Cultural Facilities District.

Wonderbound “Hi-Strung” is the latest Wonder-

bound dance presentation: Oct. 18, Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. at Performing Arts Complex, 1001 W. 84th Ave., Federal Heights; Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 27 at 2 p.m. at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker.

See wonderbound.com.

Parker Symphony “Music of the Americas: North and South” is the Parker Symphony’s program at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 18. Cleo Parker Robinson Dance will perform Copland’s “Four Dances from Rodeo” and music from Shore’s “Lord of the Rings” will be included at PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. See parkerarts.org.

Baroque Chamber Orchestra The Baroque Chamber Orchestra will perform a free concert at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 18 at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton.

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Women learn about ways to improve their health at expo Colorado Community Media event held at Belmar

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Women of all ages enjoyed a day of health, education and beauty during Colorado Community Media’s second annual Women’s Health and Beauty Expo on Oct. 5.

Along with Gold Sponsor Swedish Medical Center participating, the sold-out event featured more than 45 vendors at the Belmar Shopping District in Lakewood.

Cory Davis, specialty leasing manager, said Belmar is always proud to team up with CCM to provide women with this kind of opportunity.

“This is an outstanding event that inspires women to come together and support one another and educate themselves on self-care and health,” she said.

Davis said she enjoyed the wide variety of vendors this year, from the fashion reps to Karen Korona, a local entrepreneur who stayed busy throughout the day educating people on the value of CBG products — similar to those made with CBD — and the power of holistic healing.

Another local entrepreneur at the event was Dana Knowles of the young company Go Deep. Telling her own

Kaitlyn Bond of the newly established business Mobile Massage by Kaitlyn gives one of many complimentary massages. personal story, Knowles said after a hip issue with doctors she became hooked on opioids. After beating that addiction, she said she still felt down and needed a boost. That’s how the allnatural energy products from Go Deep were developed.

Several nonprofits also attended the event. Along with the Colorado Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the increasingly popular Sun Bus parked at the event. The Sun Bus was created earlier in the summer by the Colorado

There were about 45 vendors at the sold-out Women’s Health and Beauty Expo hosted by Colorado Community Media in Lakewood on Oct. 5.

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Proposition DD is a good bet for Colorado

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roposition DD, the legalization and taxation of sports betting in Colorado, is the result of a May 2018 Supreme Court ruling that repealed the federal government ban on sports gambling. Since then, 11 states have legalized sports gambling.

Proposition DD taxes net sports proceeds for those Colorado casinos that are granted a license, with the vast majority of that money going toward a plan to preserve Colorado’s water future. If passed, tax revenues are projected to ramp up from a partial first year revenue of about $1.4 million to at most $10.4 million in fiscal

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and state and local highway and transit projects. The Legislative Council Staff ’s analysis estimates each segment would receive $103 million in 2020-21 and $114 million in 2021-22.

An independent financial audit of the spending would be conducted each year.

In the spring, the state Legislature referred CC to the ballot, having garnered the vote of only one Republican — state Sen. Kevin Priola, of Adams County — along the way.

As can be expected when TABOR is involved, CC has been politically divisive. Some Republicans contend the measure is intended to test the waters for future tax increases and a possible push to repeal TABOR, which has been in force since it was approved by voters in 1992. Democrats insist that’s not the case, that this measure is actually in the spirit of TABOR in that it lets voters decide

year 2020-21. Which we think is a rosy forecast based on the projection that up to $1.5 billion will be wagered on sports in Colorado for 2020-21. The $29 million stated on the ballot is simply a maximum amount of annual revenue generated before the need arises to go back to the taxpayers to keep the overage and not the revenue projections.

Net sports proceeds for that $1.5 billion are estimated at 7% of bets, which is the difference between those bettors losing and those winning. It’s tricky here. The casinos win when

the bettor loses. So for the 7% to come true, more bettors have to lose than win.

Once one gets beyond regulating and allowing Colorado sports gambling, the question becomes what to do with the tax revenues. First, as of this writing, no casinos oppose DD. Second, the first fiscal year tax projections of $10.4 million is not a lot of money for most state needs. But, everyone can get behind protecting our water future. It’s why this passed the Colorado House of Representatives with 90% voting yes and the Colorado State Senate with 77% voting yes. In today’s partisan politics,

this is a strong endorsement. It is also important to note this money is not a fix, but rather a small offset against water needs.

We think it’s time to regulate sports gambling and allow Colorado’s 40 casinos the option of providing sports gambling. It will drive more traffic to our casino towns. It keeps the money in-state. It provides small grants toward water projects and some additional gambling-addiction treatment funds.

Only winning casinos, not the gamblers themselves pay the tax, and casinos don’t oppose. Vote yes on Proposition DD.

what will be done with their tax money.

For the sake of this argument, we’ll focus on the more-narrow scope of what this ballot question is asking, rather than the larger TABOR picture.

Prop CC is indeed addressing crucial funding concerns. While Colorado’s economy is booming and the annual state budget is in the tens of billions of dollars, this is amid the backdrop of explosive population growth. About 5.7 million people now call the state home, a roughly 13 percent increase since the 2010 Census. That certainly has put a strain on the state’s transportation infrastructure and public education system.

We don’t buy the argument that state leaders are simply mismanaging the money they already have at their disposal. The state must find ways to increase revenue, particularly to fund segments like education and roads.

But what CC asks for from voters is something of a leap of faith.

The proposition mandates that public schools would receive money on a per-pupil basis and that the funds can only be used for nonrecurring expenses. The bill that established the funding allocation formula for CC, House Bill 19-1258, mentions things like books, technology and “initiatives that help attract and retain educators” — those could be bonuses, for example. Raises for teachers, however, are excluded, since they are recurring expenses.

In a state where teacher pay is sorely lagging, that can be seen as a big omission.

On the transportation front, according to HB 19-1258’s fiscal note, 60% of the money would go to the State Highway Fund “for use for the state’s strategic transportation project investment program”; 22% to counties for projects; and 18% to municipalities for projects. No doubt this money would be helpful to an extent, but we’d like to see it tied to more specific projects. After the money is divvied up, we’re not sure what would get done — or if the

amount of money available would be enough to get much done at all.

What about higher education?

Little information is available on how this one-third would be spent.

Perhaps most concerning, though, is that CC doesn’t sunset. We’d rather see a more focused measure, outlining very specific ways your tax money would be spent over a specified period of time, perhaps three to five years.

There’s a risk that if CC passes, education and transportation will be thought to have been “taken care of,” so to speak, by lawmakers and voters. But those segments are in need of billions of dollars in the coming years, not speculative infusions of money that fluctuate with the economic performance of the state.

The way we see it, a vote of no on CC isn’t saying the need doesn’t exist. It’s saying the need is so important it demands a more thorough, well-thought-out approach.

And that’s something the Legislature can work on next year.

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Housing authority announces low-income tax credit Awards to support construction of affordable housing units in Colorado STAFF REPORT

Colorado Housing and Finance Authority has awarded the final low-income housing tax credit awards for 2019. The housing authority is the allocating agency of federal low incoming housing tax credits in Colorado.

Thirty applications requested $34.9 million of the authority’s 9 percent federal tax credits, and $17,111,701 was awarded to 15 developments. The awards will support the construction of 723 affordable rental housing units in Colorado.

The following developments in the Colorado Community Media coverage area were awarded federal low income housing tax credits: Academy Place, Broomfield Academy Place will serve families and individuals and will be the first low-incoming housing tax credit-supported family development in the City and County of Broomfield in more

than 20 years.

The developer will partner with local family resource center, Broomfield FISH, to provide services and referrals to the residents. It will be within walking distance to an elementary school and with be within one mile of many shopping centers.

Developed by Summit Housing Group, Academy Place will include 50 units — eight onebedroom, 26 two-bedroom and 16 three-bedroom units. The 9 percent credit award is $1,254,749.

Flats at Ford Street, Golden Flats at Ford street will be developed in an area with limited opportunities for future development of affordable rental housing. The development will be across the street from Golden High School, one block from three RTD bus lines, and within walking distance of grocery stores, retail, and other amenities. The development of the site will include removal of blighted buildings. Family Tree will provide services and referrals for the residents.

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Legacy Senior, Arvada Legacy will serve seniors ages 55 and older. The developer, Cornerstone Associates, will partner with HealthSET to provide on-site wellness assessments and nutrition classes and with Denver Urban Gardens to provide an accessible community garden with raised garden beds. The development will help meet the city council of Arvada’s strategic plan to facilitate a minimum of 50 units of attainable senior housing by 2019.

The developments 72 units will include 36 one-bedroom and 36 two-bedroom units. The 9 percent credit award is $1,350,000.

Oakwood Senior, Castle Rock Oakwood will serve seniors age 55 and older. Three older buildings at the site are being demolished and replaced with more housing units and community amenities, such as a large community room with flex space for events and a roof-top deck.

The new common amenities will benefit the new residents as well as the existing residents in the developer’s adjacent property.

Developed by the Douglas

County Housing Partnership, the community will include 53 units — 45 one-bedroom and eight twobedroom. The 9 percent credit award is $1,165,747.

Shoshone, Denver The Shoshone development will serve families in Denver’s Highlands neighborhood, an area facing significant gentrification due to rising property values and the high cost of living. Ten older public housing units will be demolished and the residents who moved from these units will be given the right of first refusal to return to a new unit at the site with a project-based voucher.

The developer Denver Housing Authority will offer a range of services for the residents to support self-sufficiency and quality of life. The development will be within walking distance to schools, shops, restaurants, and public transit.

The 53 units will include 14 one-bedroom, 22 two-bedroom and 17 three-bedroom units.

The 9 percent credit award is $1,200,000.

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Centura offers tattoo-less cancer treatment STAFF REPORT

Permanent skin marks have been a traditional part of radiation treatment. However, new technology that uses 3D imaging to map the skin surface and guide radiation treatment without visible skin marks is now offered at four Front Range hospitals.

Porter, Parker and Littleton Adventist Hospitals and Longmont United Hospital are the first in Colorado to offer the AlignRT system, which is part of the VisionRT system, according to a news release. In addition to not requiring tattoos, the technology saves time, improves efficiency and has greater accuracy than traditional radiation therapy devices, the release said.

“At Centura Health, providing tattoo-less radiation therapy is one way we can reduce anxiety and help patients focus on other aspects of their cancer care or survivorship,” Dr. Rebekah Maymani, a radiation oncologist with Porter Adventist, said in the release. “AlignRT’s imaging capability also helps track movement, which allows for a safer and more accurate treatment.”

Several hospitals in California

have incorporated this technology and studies have shown that skin marks pose a significant psychosocial challenge for some women living with breast cancer, the release said.

Additionally, numerous companies and tattoo artists specialize in either removing the skin marks or transforming them into more meaningful tattoos for cancer survivors.

Depending on the type and location of the cancer, traditional radiation therapy devices can require numerous tattooed marks on different parts of a patient’s body.

“When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I had friends tell me I may have to be tattooed for the treatment,” Ann Marie Scott, a patient at Porter Adventist Hospital, said in the release. “At the time, you’re willing to do whatever is needed to overcome cancer, but it was a tremendous relief when my oncologist at Porter told me they no longer need to tattoo patients.”

VisionRT also produces a facial recognition device that matches prescription oncology care with a specific patient. Parker Adventist Hospital is the first and only hospital in the nation to offer the facial recognition device, the release said.

There were about 45 vendors at the sold-out Women’s Health and Beauty Expo hosted by Colorado Community Media in Lakewood on Oct. 5.

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it, the information was eye-opening.

The Sun Bus also handed out free sunscreen throughout the day.

Women were also treated to free massages by the new business, Mobile Massages by Kaitlyn. As she gave massages throughout the day, young entrepreneur, Kaitlyn Bond said her business concept is to bring relaxing massages to people on the go.

“So many people, especially moms, are so busy these days that they can’t

always get to a place to get a massage,” she said. “With us, we come to your house or business and give you a massage where you are. It makes it a lot easier and more convenient to relax.”

The weather also held up for a nice fall day with the plaza enjoying the sunshine, cool breeze and the relaxing music provided by Heidi Thomas of Heidi Thomas Music. Thomas said her business was created with the concept of embracing the idea of reaching physical and mental health through music.

Davis estimated about 2,000 people walked through the plaza to take part in the event.

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that best represent them or their company, or the values they hope to be recognized by as a person or organization.

My suggestion is always to reverse the order. If we know what we value most at work and in life, we can begin to place a value on that. And once we truly know what it is that we value, and the foundation of our belief system, we can then create the vision for how we can live out those values personally and professionally. And now that we know the values that drive us, and what we see as our vision and

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opportunities ahead of us, we can now determine our mission and how we can be the best person we can possibly be, providing the best service to others we can possibly provide, and be better positioned to live out our mission and purpose.

It starts with valuing our values.

What currency do we place on our values? Where are we willing to compromise on our beliefs? If we are not rooted in our values, how can we even attempt a mission, mission statement, or vision for our lives or for our company? Will we compromise our values for money? Will we discount our belief system to work at a company where we know our values are not aligned? Will we concede on what fundamentally drives our company in

order to hire someone who is not a fit culturally or aligned with our values?

Too often, we all, or at least most of us, make this mistake.

Why does this happen? Why do we make this mistake? Because we assume that we know what our values are — I mean doesn’t everyone? Of course we think we do. And maybe we even think that we ourselves live and work by the virtues we respect the most. But until we take the time to write them down, identify them, define them, understand them, and commit to them, we can never place the proper value on what it is that we value most and what we will not give up or compromise.

One of my very favorite quotes when it comes to personal and profes-

sional values comes from Roy Disney, “It’s not hard to make decisions when you know what your values are.”

So how about you? Have you gone beyond just assuming you know and live by a certain belief system, and have identified and understand what you value and why? Are you confident that your belief system is driving your vision and mission? I really would love to hear your value, vision, and mission story at gotonorton@gmail. com, and when we can place the right value on what we value most, it really will be a better than good week.

Michael Norton is a resident of Highlands Ranch, the Chief Revenue Officer at Eventus Solutions Group, Strategic Consultant, Business and Personal Coach.

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to the attention of the criminal justice system. Ballot Measure 1A is a well-considered, responsible and reasonable effort to effectively and efficiently resolve the existing public safety challenges related to the aging, deteriorating and ineffective detentions facility.

Please support the safety of your deputy sheriffs and the public safety of Arapahoe County. Please join me in voting yes on Referred Ballot Measure 1A. Grayson Robinson, retired Arapahoe County sheriff Aurora

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Supporters also say many Coloradans currently bet on sporting events, but because it’s illegal, they use black-market bookies and websites.

Legalizing sports betting would create consumer protections, ensuring that sports bettors receive their winnings and don’t fall victim to fraud or abuse, supporters say.

Opponents say Prop DD puts no limits on the amount a person can bet, enabling people to lose a lot of money with just the touch of a button online.

Not enough of the revenue would go toward gambling addiction services to help people who are harmed by the legalization, opponents say.

They also say DD doesn’t provide enough detail on what water projects would be funded and that it doesn’t put up enough money to tackle Colorado’s water needs. Opponents claim some projects may have unintended

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consequences for the environment and some communities.

Other bits to know Sports betting operators that contract with a casino would also pay the 10% tax.

Sports betting tax revenue might be lower during the first few years of implementation — the $29 million estimate is based on a “mature” sports betting market, according to the Legislative Council Staff, the state Legislature’s nonpartisan research arm.

An annual average of $16 million in revenue is expected during the first five fiscal years that sports betting is legal, according to the staff ’s analysis.

Prop DD restricts the types of bets allowed on college sporting events by prohibiting bets on individual performance statistics or events during the game.

Sports betting would not be allowed on high school sporting events or unsanctioned video game competitions, according to the blue book.

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U.S. diet picture improves slightly, but still falls short Nutritional snapshot finds nation keeping unhealthy habits despite calls for change

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Americans’ diets are a little less sweet and a little crunchier but there’s still too much sugar, white bread and artery-clogging fat, a study suggests.

Overall, the authors estimated there was a modest improvement over 16 years on the government’s healthy eating index, from estimated scores of 56 to 58. That’s hardly cause for celebration — 100 is the top score.

Diets are still too heavy on foods that can contribute to heart disease, diabetes, obesity and other prevalent U.S. health problems, said co-author Fang Fang Zhang, a nutrition re-

searcher at Tufts University near Boston.

The study was published Sept. 24 in the Journal of the American Medical Association. The results are from an analysis of U.S. government health surveys from 1999 to 2016 involving nearly 44,000 adults.

“Despite observed improvements,” the authors wrote, “important dietary challenges” remain.

Among them: Getting Americans to cut down on snack foods, hot dogs, fatty beef, butter and other foods containing saturated fats. The study found these unhealthy fats increased from 11.5% to almost 12% of daily calories, above the recommended 10% limit.

And while the biggest change was a small drop in added sugars, from about 16% to roughly 14%, that’s still too high. The government says less than 10% of daily calories should come from added sugars. Researchers think fewer sweetened sodas contrib-

uted to the decline, but Zhang noted added sugars are often found in foods that don’t even seem sweet, including some yogurts and tomato sauce.

Fruits, nuts, oatmeal and other whole grains are among the types of foods adults ate slightly more of. Still, each of those contributed to less than 5% of daily calories in 2016, the study found.

Salt intake dipped slightly and a small decline in fruit juice contributed to a drop in low-quality carbs. But these still amount to 42% of daily calories, including many likely from highly processed white bread and other refined grains, Zhang said.

The study is based on in-person health surveys conducted every two years that ask adults to recall what foods they ate in the previous 24 hours.

Starting in 2003, adults were asked that question twice several days apart.

The study lists food groups rather than individual foods; for example “whole grains,” not oatmeal, and “refined grains,” not white bread, but

Zhang said those two foods are among the most common grains in the U.S. diet.

U.S. dietary guidelines recommend a “healthy eating pattern” to reduce chances of developing chronic disease. The focus should be on nutrient-dense foods including vegetables, fruits, whole grains and low-fat dairy products; plus varied proteins sources including seafood, lean meats and poultry, eggs, nuts and seeds, the recommendations say.

During the study years, U.S. diabetes rates almost doubled, to more than 7%; obesity rates increased during many of those years, with about 70% of U.S. adults now overweight or obese. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death.

Besides continued public health efforts, “Cooperation from the food industry” is key, a journal editorial said, including by reducing sugar, salt and saturated fats in foods.

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No reservations are required. Call 303-7981389 or go to fpcl.org/dinner.

French Conversation Circle: 1-2 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month at the Englewood Public Library. For all skill levels. Practice French language skills in a supportive, immersive environment.

Friendships Are Golden, a Precious Moments collectors club, meets the fourth Thursday each month at Castlewood Library in Englewood. Dinner provided by club members at 6 p.m., meeting from 7-9 p.m. Give back to the community by doing local charity work. Talk and share stories about Precious Moments.

Call Leota Stoutenger, club president, at 303791-9283.

Friendship Force Denver: 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at South Suburban Christian Church, 7275 S. Broadway, Littleton.

Nonprofit domestic and international cultural exchange and home hospitality program whose goal is to promote international under-

standing, friendship and world peace. Go to www.friendshipforcedenver.org Friendship Force Denver: 7 p.m. the second Tuesday in September, November and January to May at Calvary Baptist Church, 6500 E. Girard Ave., Denver. Go to www.frienshipforcedenver.org Grace Chapel Mothers of Preschoolers meets second and fourth Wednesdays from 9-11:30 a.m. at Grace Chapel, I-25 and County Line Road, Englewood. Call Karleen Wagner at 303799-4900 or visit www.gracechapel.org.

Highlands Ranch/Littleton Chapter of Mothers and More meets the second Tuesday of each month. See www.mothersandmore.org/chapters/highlandsranchlittletonCO/ or e-mail hrmothersandmore@hotmail. com for more information.

Homecoming Inc. offers caregivers of lowincome seniors who are frail, disabled or unable to live alone without care in Adams, Arapahoe, Jefferson and Denver counties respite care. Assistance includes personal care and homemaking. Call Pamela DombrowskiWilson or Trini Martinez at 303-526-2318 for an application and information.

Job’s Daughters International, Bethel No. 33, of Littleton, is a youth organization for girls ages 11-20 who have a Masonic relationship with either Master Masons, Job’s Daughters, Eastern Star or other Masonic organizations.

The girls meet first and third Mondays at 7:15 p.m. at the Masonic Hall across from the Melting Pot restaurant.

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Littleton Garden Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month, September through May. A speaker is featured at each meeting. Guests are welcome. Go to www. littletongardenclub.org.

W. Centennial Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Contact littletonrotary@gmail.com or call 720-4680478. Since 1922, professional, business and entrepreneurial leaders have joined the Rotary Club of Littleton to create lasting change in the greater Littleton area and in communities around the world. Today, responsible leadership has never been more important. That’s why Rotarians from all continents, cultures and industries work every day to empower youth, advance communities enhance health and promote peace. Want to learn more? Visit www.littletonrotary.org.

Littleton Gem & Mineral Club 7:30 p.m. the third Friday of each month from September through May at the Columbine Hills Church, 9700 Old Coal Mine Ave., Littleton. Doors open at 7 p.m. All meetings are open to the public.

Club and section meetings may deviate from their regular schedules due to holidays, shows, inclement weather, etc.

Littleton Sertoma meets from 7-8 a.m. the first, third and fifth Friday each month for breakfast and a program at the Shack Sports Grill, Mineral and Broadway, Littleton. Doors open at 6:30 a.m. and they welcome ndividuals looking to serve the community and who wish to find a fun active service club. Contact Terry Boucher, 303-880-7559 or bouchertp@aol.com.

Littleton Junior Chamber of Commerce, Jaycees, welcomes interested parties between the ages of 21-40 to become involved with this social and community service organization.

Jaycees meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday each month at Burt Chevrolet, 5200 S. Broadway, and at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday each month at Breckenridge Grille, 2852 W. Bowles Ave. Call 303-914-0180 or visit littletonjaycees.org.

The Loving Hands crocheting and knitting group meets one Saturday a month from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Parish Hall at St. Frances Cabrini Parish, 6673 W. Chatfield Ave. (intersection of Pierce) in Littleton. For those who cannot attend but can work on projects at home, we are always in need of newborn and infant hats and booties as well as bereavement gowns/fetal pouches.

Check out our Loving Hands Ministry Web page at www.saintfrancescabrini.org or call Karen at 303-791-8385 for a schedule, patterns, list of needs, and other details.

Littleton Lions Club, a group of civic minded men and women serving the Littleton community since May 1949, meets at 11:45 a.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Egg & I Restaurant, 2630 W. Belleview Ave., Littleton. We are associated with the largest service organization in the world, Lions Clubs International meeting the needs of our community locally in a fun filled fellowship environment.

Contact Rich Waldmeier at 303-770-5149 or jd194768@hotmail.com, or Jeff Bridges at 303-596-4518 or The5bridges@msn.com.

Littleton Newcomers Club is a social club for women in Littleton and the surrounding areas. Come have fun and meet new friends.

You don’t need to be new to the area to join.

Interest groups include bridge and other card games, wine tasting, book clubs, party animals, luncheons, stitch and chat, and many other events. Our monthly general meetings and luncheons are the third Wednesday of each month. Call 303-430-4898 and leave your name and number or e-mail littletonnewcomersclub@yahoo.com. Visit www.littletonnewcomersclub.org or contact MaryLynn Rector (marylynnr66@gmail.com) to attend a get-acquainted coffee or for information.

Littleton Rotary Club: luncheon meetings are from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays at Pinehurst Country Club, 6255 W. Quincy Ave., Denver.

Evening meetings are on the first and third Tuesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at CB & Potts, 43

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What can be done to alleviate traffic congestion in the city?

Traffic congestion in Littleton will remain a problem until we shift our focus from personal vehicles to alternative modes of transportation. The city government should support initiatives to improve access and availability of public transportation options such as buses and light rail. In addition to public transit, the city should prioritize the creation of more and safer

MOMS Club, Moms Offering Moms Support, of Littleton is part of a national organization offering support for women and families during their child-raising years. All interested stay-at-home moms can call Lurae Beck at 303-933-6749.

Moms In Touch International is an interdenominational Christian organization in which moms meet for one hour a week to pray for their children and schools. To find out where moms are meeting to pray, call Nancy Villarreal at 303-761-1967.

MOPS, Mothers of Preschoolers, meets at South Fellowship, 6560 S. Broadway, Littleton, three blocks north of Arapahoe Road. Join moms with kids ages newborn to kindergarten for a morning of speakers, crafts and discussion. The kids are in a nearby classroom with nurturing teachers. Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays from 9-11:30 a.m. Call Andrea at 303-683-3593.

Mothers of Multiples (MOMS) Calling all mothers of twins, triplets, quadruplets. MOMS holds playgroups, Mom’s Night Out, twiceyearly kids’ consignment sales, and other social events for parents of multiples in and around Highlands Ranch. For details, visit www.mothersofmultiples.com. bike lanes to encourage commuter cycling. Finally, city support of incentives for carpooling and ride-sharing would help alleviate traffic congestion on our roads.

What else do you want voters to know about you and your approach to city governance?

I believe city government exists to serve the residents’ needs. But, in the words of Cecil Palmer: “Belief is only step one. Action is step two. Fighting for what you believe is step two.

Solidarity is step two. Unity is step two.” In running for office, I’m taking step two.

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activity, day and evening. We need to create more, better and safer transportation options for people of all ages.

What can be done to alleviate traffic congestion in the city?

I’m frustrated about traffic, and I hear about other people’s frustrations all the time. It’s an upsetting and very complex issue. What’s more, most of this is pass-through traffic from people using Littleton streets to get to and from places outside Little, ton. We get all the negative impacts (congestion, safety issues, maintenance costs, etc.) and almost none of the benefits (like people stopping to spend dollars in Littleton businesses). I’m for doable improvements that help Littleton citizens of all ages, abilities, and incomes be mobile and safe in their daily lives. The Transportation Master Plan is a good start.

What can be done to alleviate traffic congestion in the city?

We need to set policies that fix our deteriorating roads and reduce congestion. This includes building infrastructure that resembles a city of the future. Reclaiming Littleton’s streets and making them more amenable to pedestrian, bicycle, and transit use can help neighborhoods feel alive and safe. Local businesses thrive in neighborhoods where the streets and sidewalks are full of

What else do you want voters to know about you and your approach to city governance?

City council is a place for positive, open-minded, forward-thinking attitudes. I’ve shown I respect others’ ideas and will listen to all opinions. As community leaders, it is important council focuses on policy and allows the city manager and staff to properly and professionally manage the administration of those policies.

What else do you want voters to know about you and your approach to city governance?

I’m a proud graduate of both the Littleton Police Citizen Academy and the Littleton Leadership Academy, and I’m a South Metro Land Conservancy board member. I believe in protecting Littleton’s open and natural spaces and historic small-town character while planning and growing into the next decades with common-sense approaches.

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What can be done to alleviate traffic congestion in the city?

There is no single solution to our congestion problems. We should partner with the Colorado Department of Transportation to build improvements to the city’s worst intersections: Santa Fe and Mineral, and Santa Fe and Littleton Boulevard. We should encourage citizens to use light rail, require future developments adjacent to the light rail stations to be more oriented to public transit, and investigate partnering with RTD to build an

underground parking garage in place of the surface parking at the Downtown RTD station. This could encourage more people to ride light rail, and alleviate the parking congestion near downtown Littleton.

What else do you want voters to know about you and your approach to city governance?

I encourage citizen participation in processes that determine the character and livability of Littleton.

I want to restore longer citizen comment periods at city council meetings, which have been reduced from 10 and four minutes to just three in recent years. Interaction with city council should be encouraged, not stifled.

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What can be done to alleviate traffic congestion in the city?

Reducing chokepoints and enhancing traffic flow is possible through improved connections between our growing busy areas and appropriate and affordable infrastructure improvements like turn lanes, road modifications, flyovers, tunnels, and traffic signal coordination. We also need to address our citizens’ desire to keep their neighborhoods safe and reduce traffic through residential areas.

New development will have an impact on traffic and traffic planning should be an integral part of any new building.

It is also important to optimize connections for light rail and for those who want to use alternative transportation such as buses, bikes and ride-sharing services.

What else do you want voters to know about you and your approach to city governance?

Financial support for my campaign has only come from individuals, so I am not indebted to any special interest groups.

I have a public voting record of protecting our historical assets and will continue to align my votes with my candidate messages. I welcome your input.

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Need: Volunteers to assist in IFCS fundraising events including Nibbles and Sips event, Puttin’ for a Purpose event (mini golf); Boo-a-thon event (bowling) Requirement: All levels of experience are welcome; training and support provided. Contact: Kendrab@ ifsc.org or call 303-789-0501.

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Need: Volunteers to help teach classes, coach Special Olympics, provide athletes support during Special Olympics practices, assist with special events, and help participats succeed in the therapeutic recreation program.

Contact: Summer Aden, 303-471-7043 or www. hrcaonline.org/tr Hospice at Home Need: Volunteers help patients and their families with respite care, videotaping, massage and other tasks. Home study training is available.

Contact: 303-698-6404 Integrated Family Community Services: provides basic human services and enrichment programs to low-income people in Arapahoe and Douglas counties.

Need: Volunteers to assist serving clients in the food and clothing bank.

Need: Volunteers to assist in the front office greeting clients, answering phones, verify client eligibility, completing food/clothing orders and assist where needed.

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check on a road toward more changes to tax policy, and that the state’s budget has already grown widely in the last decade.

Other bits to know Colorado law includes a property tax

The Learning Source, nonprofit resource for adult education classes and family literacy Need: volunteers in Aurora, Centennial, Denver and Thornton. Join the volunteer pool of more than 130 individuals to help tutor adult students. Volunteer tutors help with one-on-one instruction or small group work.

Contact: debby@thelearningsource.org. Learn more at TheLearningSource.org or call 303-922-4683.

Literacy Coalition of Colorado: Volunteer to support literacy in MetroDenver and impact statewide literacy programs.

Need: Volunteer for special projects, training classes or provide clerical and administrative support.

Volunteer for a few hours a week or occasionally as needed.

Contact: literacyvolunteercolorado@gmail.com or 720-251-3141. Go to Literacycolorado.org to volunteer for literacy providers nearest you. “homestead” exemption for seniors and a disabled veteran exemption, which are first funded by refunds from TABOR surpluses.

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What issue or issues must the school board make a bigger priority next year than it has in recent years?

Due to our state funding challenges, financial resources for LPS continue to diminish. We must find new ways to be innovative, while keeping student education our top priority in board decision making next year. For example, figuring out how to fully fund the CTE Center along with our current needs.

What issue or issues must the school board make a bigger priority next year than it has in recent years?

Littleton Public Schools is facing budget cuts for the first time in several years. We need to prioritize communicating and working collaboratively with our teachers, parents, students and community to ensure we are doing everything we can to keep these cuts out of the classroom.

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What issue or issues must the school board make a bigger priority next year than it has in recent years?

This next year is very important to our bond work. For the first time in decades, LPS is replacing our school infrastructure and adding our first Innovation Center. We will work with the community to identifying Innovation Center programing and how use this opportunity to best meet the communities needs.

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What issue or issues must the school board make a bigger priority next year than it has in recent years?

Deliver equity, pay a living wage, require threat assessments, review and implement the legislature’s School Safety Committee recommendations, reduce classroom sizes, improve mental health and suicideprevention resources, assure educators they can communicate with the board without fear of retaliation, and provide live TV (and recorded video access) of board meetings.

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THINGS to DO

Castle Pines

Inside the Orchestra’s Tiny Tots Concerts: 9:30 a.m. Oct. 22 at Cielo at Castle Pines, 845 Happy Canyon Road. Kids get truly inside the orchestra as they are seated on the floor and surrounded by a 30-PLUS piece orchestra. This fall, come play with music all about planes, trains, and automobiles in a casual, fun environment. Call 303-355-7855 or go to http:// insidetheorchestra.org/tiny-totsevents/

Castle Rock

Ghostly and Tragic Tales of Castle Rock: Oct. 17, Oct. 24 and Oct. 29. Tours begin at 7 p.m. at the Castle Rock Museum. Tales of ghostly and tragic events in Castle Rock’s history. Hear stories of the Cantril School, The Old Stone Church, The B&B Café, Hangman’s Gulch and more. Reservations are not required. Go to www. castlerockhistoricalsociety.org Fly DCL: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 19 at Philip S. Miller branch of Douglas County Libraries, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Explore four countries around the world at this fun, educational and diverse cultural experience. All ages. Registration is required at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org.

Loving Those With Cancer: How to Cope, Care and Give Hope: 6-7 p.m. Oct. 20 at Castle Rock Adventist Hospital, Ridgeline conference room, 2350 Meadows Blvd., Castle Rock. Lifetree Cafe group discussion offers practical tips for helping loved ones cope with cancer and includes a filmed interview with a cancer caregiver and a cancer patient. Contact Roy H. Koerner 303-814-0142 or roykoerner@msn.com.

Google Earth for Genealogy: Session 1: 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Oct. 23 at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Learn how to use historical maps, satellite imagery, terrain maps, 3-D views of city streets, how to identify a photo’s location, locate homestead records on today’s maps, overlay a historical map over a current-day map, applying all of this to our genealogical research. Must have Google Earth Pro downloaded before arriving. Those without a laptop will be paired with somenone who does. Session 2: 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Nov. 13. Picks up

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this week’s TOP FIVE Haunts of Littleton: Family-friendly walking ghost tours Oct. 18-19, Oct. 25-26 starting at the Littleton Light Rail Station, 5277 E. Davies Drive, Centennial. Tours depart every 15 minutes starting at 7 p.m. Tickets available at LaVaca Meats. Go to www.hauntsoflittleton.org.

Douglas County Board of Education Candidate Forum: 6-7 p.m. (candidate tables) and 7-8 p.m. (forum) Monday, Oct. 21 at Ponderosa High School, 7007 Bayou Gulch Road, Parker. Presented by the Ponderosa speech and debate team and the AP government class at Highlands Ranch High School.

Motones vs. Jerseys: 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 23; 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25; and 1:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree.

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where Session 1 leaves off. Must attend the first session to participate in the second. Register at www.CRCGS.org, under Education.

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10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock.

Castle Rock Colorado Genealogical Society program presented by Ellen Kowitt. Overview showcasing examples and techniques that genealogists use every day as found in the original classic series.

Register at www.crcgs.org, under Education.

Spooktacular: 1-4 p.m. Oct. 26 at Miller Activity Complex, 1375 W. Plum Creek Parkway, Castle Rock. Halloween and fall fun including games, bounce houses, a cakewalk, face painting, prizes, food and of course, lots of

candy. Costumes welcome, but no weapons or gruesome costumes.

Learn more at http://www.crgov. com/2453/Spooktacular.

SHARE Genealogy: 10 a.m. to noon Mondays through Dec. 31

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Funny Business with Sam Adams: 10-11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Stand-up routine by award-winning comedian Sam Adams, who draws from his experiences as a sports journalist, motivational speaker and comedian. Go to https://www.centennialco.gov/Meetings/ Centennial-Active-Seniors-Funny-Businesswith-Sam-Adams.

Spooktacular Halloween Dance: 7-9 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 25 at Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. Therapeutic Recreation Program for ages 16 and up.

ISP required; parent/guardian checkin required. RSVP by Oct. 18. Volunteers needed. Contact Summer Aden at 303-471-7043 or Summer.aden@HRCAonline.org. Go to www. hrcaonline.org.

at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Castle Rock Genealogical Society weekly meeting to discuss genealogy tips and roadblocks. No need to register, just drop in.

Centennial

A Kiss for My Daughter, A Kiss for My Father: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1930 E. Easter Ave., Centennial. Musical play that follows the journey of a family, from a daughter’s birth to her father’s final illness and dementia. Presented by the Front Range Theater Company, with a grant from NextFifty Initiative. Stay after for discussion.

Ages 12 and older. RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/ events/384174822251496 EMDR Restorative Retreat: 5-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at SungateKids, Greenwood Village. Open to ages 14 and older who have been impacted by a mass shooting. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy offered by Sadie Smith.

Contact Smith at 720-5159765 or akesocounseling@ gmail.com.

Spooky Streets: 4:307:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 at Streets at SouthGlenn, at Arapahoe Road and University Boulevard in Centennial. Free event in and around Commons Park. Costume parade, dance party, facepainting, pumpkin carving and more. Admission is

free. Call 303-539-7141, email at margaret@stephens-studio.net or visit www.shop-southglenn. com.

Haunted Halloween Swim: 5-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 at Trails Recreation Center, 16799 E. Lake Ave., Centennial. Games, prizes and activities for all ages. Contact 303-269-8410 or ryanbai@aprd. org.

Topgolf Tournament: 2-5 p.m.

Oct. 27 at Topgolf, 10601 E. Easter Ave., Centennial. Benefit for Back the Blue K-9 Force.

Register at https:// prevailproperty.com/ events.

Lunch only cost is $50; golf and lunch cost is $100. Sponsorship cost is $750 per bay and includes 6 players and 2 spectators.

Englewood

Talk n’ Trash: 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Englewood Civic Center community room. Englewood is exploring the possibility of changing to an organized collection system for garbage pick-up and wants to hear from residents. If you cannot attend, go to www.surveymonkey.com/r/ JLQVYXL to provide feedback.

Go to englewoodco.gov/talkingtrash.

Highlands Ranch

Creative Movement Ballet Workshop: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Friday, Oct.

18 at Eastridge Recreation Center, 9568 S. University St., Highlands Ranch. Students will learn about a variety of dance concepts and will develop spatial awareness, problem solving, and strengthening of the body and brain. For ages 5-10. Contact Summer Aden at 303-471-7043 or Summer. aden@HRCAonline.org. Go to www.hrcaonline.org.

Art Exhibit: on display through Saturday, Oct. 19 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch.

Works by Randi Randolph and Dianna Cooper-Ribner.

Coffee with a Cop: 8 a.m. Oct. 22 at Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. A partnership with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department and the Highlands Ranch Community Association.

Informal conversations give residents and business owners a chance to connect with police in a relaxed atmosphere. Go to https://hrcaonline.org/about-us/ guides-communication/calendarschedules/event-details/coffeewith-a-cop-1.

Mark Zwilling Piano and Organ Concert: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Call 303-794-2683.

In celebration of 20 years as director of music and the arts at St. Andrew, Zwilling will play some of his organ and piano favorites.

A reception will follow the free recital.

Prescription Drug Take-Back: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at Highlands Ranch Sheriff’s Office Substation, 9250 Zotos Drive, Highlands Ranch.

Pills and patches only; no liquids, needles or sharps can be accepted. Go to dcsheriff.net.

Gold Orman Jewelry Exhibit: on display through Dec. 12, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch.

Gold is a member of the Littleton Fine Arts Guild and the Colorado Artist Guild.

Littleton

Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. Free admission. Go to bcocolorado.org.

Beer with Active Minds: 2 p.m.

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Monday, Oct. 21 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Learn the origins and history of beer, including how it’s made, different types and the rise of several great American brewers and beer families, and ending with a discussion of trends of microbrews and craft bers and their Colorado connections. Call 303-795-3961.

Nutrition Lecture Series, Resistant Starch: 11 a.m. to noon Oct. 24 at South Denver Cardiology, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Led by Susan Buckley, RD, CLT. Go to https://www.southdenver.com/eventregistration/?ee=9044.

A Necessary Conversation: A Theology of Marriage: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 at Denver Seminary, 6339 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Registration is online at betweentwotrees.org/denver. Participants will dig into what it means to be married through the lens of scripture and theology.

Contact Andrea Weyand, senior director of communications, Denver Seminary, at andrea.weyand@denverseminary.edu or 303-762-6948.

A Theology of Marriage Conference: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 at Denver Seminary, 6399 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton.

Participants will dig into what it means to be married through the lens of scripture and theology. For information or to register, go to betweentwotrees.org/Denver.

USS Trinity Space Trek: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Fall in Love with Watercolor Painting: 9-11 a.m. Oct. 26 at The Hudson Gardens and Event Center, 6115 S. Santa Fe Blvd., Littleton. Introductory class that explores the nuances of painting with watercolors. All materials provided, and all levels are welcome.

Go to https:// www.hudsongardens. org/event/ fall-inlove-withwatercolorpainting/ Code Red Show: on display through Nov. 10 at Depot Art Gallery. 2069 W. Powers Ave., Littleton. Juried show has art by members of the Littleton Fine Arts Guild. See red in paintings, photography, ceramics and jewelry. Go to http://depotartgallery.org Colorado Statewide Juried Exhibition: Dec. 3 to Jan. 16 at Arapahoe Community College Colorado Gallery of the Arts, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Entry deadline is Oct. 31.

Up to three images may be entered. Go to https://www.arapahoe.edu/2019-colorado/ submission-information for entry information.

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National Geographic Live: Social By Nature: 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree.

Photographer Ronan Donovan talks about his work in documenting animals and what we can learn from them. Go to www.lonetreeartscenter.org.

A Paris Street Market at Park Meadows: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 near The Vistas, on the west side of Park Meadows, 8401 Park Meadows Center Drive, Lone Tree. An open-air, vintage, antique and artisan market. Call 303-792-2999.

South In Your Mouth Beer Fest and Toga Party: noon to 6 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 26 at Lone Tree Brewing Company, 8222 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree. Features 12 local breweries. A portion of sales will go to Drink for Pink, a nonprofit that works with local breweries to raise money for breast cancer research in Colorado. Learn more at http:// www.lonetreebrewingco.com/events.

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Travel Savvy: Secrets to Great Phone Photography: 2-3:30 p.m. Oct. 19 at Douglas County Libraries in Parker, 20105 E. Mainstreet. Get expert tips on taking photos with your phone, presented by travel photojour-

nalist Ron Stern. Adults. The event is free, but registration is required at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org.

Starry Night Soiree: 6-10 p.m. Oct. 25 at Vehicle Vault, 18301 Lincoln Meadows Parkway, Parker. Benefits Make-A-Wish Colorado. Drinks, appetizers, live music and entertainment, and a silent auction featuring a custom designed 1954 Chevy 3100 Moonshine truck. Learn more at https:// colorado.wish.org/news-and-events/calendar-of-events/events-time-folder/2019/ starry-night.

Ballet Ariel presents ‘Peter and the Wolf’: 3-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 at The Schoolhouse Theatre, 19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker. Classic ballet of the story of a young boy, Peter, and his animal friends Cat, Bird and Duck, as they venture into the forest to hunt for the Wolf. Tickets and information at www.balletariel.org or http://parkerarts.ticketforce. com/eventperformances.asp?evt=890

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Walking Tour of Bear Canon Cemetery: 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at Bear Canon Cemetery, 397 N. Perry Park Road, Sedalia.

The cemetery was founded in 1872 and contains the remains of pioneers significant in the early history of Sedalia, Castle Rock and Douglas County. Contact the Castle Rock Museum at 303-814-3164, museum@ castlerockhistoricalsociety.org, www.castlerockhistoricalsociety.org. Tour is free and reservations are not required.

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Heritage student steps up Q&A with Mondlane How do you feel about your playing time in soccer?

I play about 10 minutes a game. That was an agreement I had to make with Buseck because I’m not up to par in terms of level he wants on this team, but I do make an impact on this team.

What is your biggest challenge as yearbook editor?

Probably meeting deadlines, because on a weekto-week basis there are like three deadlines.

How did it feel to be homecoming king?

It was a big honor because it shows the work I’m putting in at the school and I do show my school spirit. It is finally a show of recognition that I have worked my way up.

What or who motivates the most to excel in sports?

My dad (Mbongaer). I know I lost him a couple years ago but to this day I always do my best to make him proud. I know he is always watching over me.

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Forrest Mondlane leads by example on soccer field, elsewhere

BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

F

orrest Mondlane fits the description of an American student athlete.

However, he is a native of South Africa and moved to the United States four years ago to improve his education. He lived with grandmother for six months until his mother could join him after his father passed away. He is now a senior at Heritage.

At Heritage, Mondlane plays soccer, runs track, is a student ambassador,

homecoming king, yearbook editor and is starting a club for anybody interested in spikeball.

“For the first couple weeks it was adjustment and then I started making friends, got to know my teachers and I had (Adam) Buseck as my first social studies teacher and he introduced me to the soccer program,” said Mondlane.

He plays sparingly in soccer.

“He impacts the game with his energy, he has tremendous pace and physicality too, so he just has a positive impact on how he plays,” said soccer coach Adam Buseck.

COACH’S TAKE: ‘For Forrest, his strength in his leadership is through action, He leads by example. He is truly a student athlete. He’s not a superstar because of stats, he is a superstar because of what he does on the field and his leadership on the field.’

Adam Buseck, Heritage boys soccer coach

What do you like do way from sports and school?

I play spikeball. It is really interesting. That’s what I do for fun with one of my friends on the team. Now I as starting a club of it at Heritage.

What is your favorite movie?

“Avengers Endgame,” and I guess that is a typical answer. I just like the legacy it brought with it. Like it’s 10 years of film and then “Endgame” wraps it all up. I do like Marvel movies.

What are your plans after high school?

I would like to go to CU Boulder for engineering. I would hope to be a student ambassador. I hope to play soccer for fun and maybe run track competitively.

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Key stats | Mondlane has yet to score a goal or assist in soccer but has two shots on goal.

Arapahoe sophomore wins state golf crown Will Kates helps lead Warriors to second place as a team

BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Will Kates, a sophomore at Arapahoe, surprised the rest of the top high school boys golfers in the state by winning the State High School Boys Golf Championship, held Oct. 7-8 at Pinehurst Country Club in Denver.

Kates opened with a round of 71 and then solved the tricky greens and tough pin placements at the tree-lined Pinehurst course with a 4-under-par 66 during the final round on Oct. 8 to win the individual state title by six strokes.

He was one shot off the lead after the first round but quickly took the lead and never looked back.

“I just wanted to go out and play a solid round of golf,” said Kates. “I didn’t want to do anything crazy. I knew if I could shoot like low 70s, I would have a good chance of winning. There were a couple greens that were a little trickier than yesterday, but they were about the same, a difficult mix.

“I played really good, I made a lot of putts. I didn’t hit the ball any better than normal but I hit my wedges pretty good and my putting was amazing. I had a pretty good season but nothing like this. I’m real excited. It feels amazing to be a state champion.”

Kates and the final round’s second lowest scored of 71 by Matthew Wilkinson help Arapahoe rallied to finish as the state team runner-up, three strokes behind state champion Fairview. Max Zadvorny and Graham Dzengelewski each had a score of 77 on the final day in which only the three lowest scores are included for the team scoring.

“Last year, he was on the bottom half of our team,” said Arapahoe coach Harry Buckner, referring to Kates. “So he’s come a long way from last year.

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“These are the best players in the state and he comes out and beats them by that many strokes. He played real steady all year as our No. 2 guy but he had never gone this (low).”

Buckner said Kates’ putting separated him from the other golfers in the field. At one stage during the final round, Kates had seven straight one-putt greens.

“He’s dedicated with very even temperament and nothing can shake him,” added the coach. “He had a couple tough shots during the final round. There was one that he had slap a shot over a tree.

He just said, coach `I’m going over the tree’. He went over the tree, sunk the putt and parred the hole.

Another situation where he got into some trouble and the same thing, He got it up on the green and knocked the putt in, and parred that hole.

“The difference in his game he was making putts He probably made seven or eight 10 foot putts.

He make one snake that had a 10-foot break in it. He made some great putts. I told you before, it’s all chipping and putting. If he wasn’t on the green, he was chipping and one putting. And when he was on the green, he had a few one putts.”

Highlands Ranch senior Tarek Salem, who tied for sixth place a

The Arapahoe boys golf team holds its second-place trophy after the state tournament at Pinehurst Country Club. year ago, finished second on the individual leaderboard with scores of 71 and 72 for a 143 total. Lakewood junior Ryan Liao, fourth last season, tied for third with back-toback rounds of 72 for a 144 tworound total.

Wilkinson of Arapahoe was 10th and Charlie Flaxbeard of Cherry Creek tied for 11th at 149.

Besides Fairview (437) and Arapahoe (440) in the team standings, defending state champion Fossil Ridge was third (441), Highlands Ranch fourth (451), Regis Jesuit fifth (455), Rock Canyon seventh (469) and Valor Christian eighth (470).

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Arapahoe sophomore Will Kates used his accurate chips, approach shots and putting to win the Colorado High School Boys Golf Championships which were held Oct. 7-8 at Pinehurst County Club.

Kates carded a closing round 3-under-par 66 on Oct. 8 and won the individual championship by six strokes. He also helped Arapahoe claim the state runner-up trophy.

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Colorado church abuse victims eligible for unlimited payouts Administrators of reparations program include veteran of compensation for Aurora, 9/11 victims

BY COLLEEN SLEVIN ASSOCIATED PRESS

People who were abused by Catholic priests in Colorado can file claims to receive unlimited payouts under a church-funded compensation program that began operating Oct. 7.

The formation of the Colorado Independent Reconciliation and Reparations Program was announced

by Denver Archbishop Samuel Aquila and Attorney General Phil Weiser in February along with a review of church records to determine which priests in the dioceses of Colorado, Denver and Pueblo have had credible allegations of sexual abuse made against them. The administrators of the program, including Kenneth Feinberg, who oversaw victims’ compensation for the 2012 Aurora theater shooting and the Sept. 11 attacks, sent out packets to 65 people who had previously reported being abused by diocesan priests to church officials. People who have not previously reported abuse have until Nov. 30 to contact the program to start the process of filing a claim.

All claims must be filed by Jan. 31 and can only made concerning clergy who worked for Colorado dioceses, not members of independent religious orders.

Feinberg said he has the final say on compensation awards and his decisions cannot be appealed. However,

he said victims could wait to see what the offer was before deciding to accept it. If they do accept it, they would have to agree not to sue the church.

Victims could also receive a hearing to talk about what happened to them, something Feinberg said is sometimes more important.

“It means a huge amount to some people,” he said at press conference with Weiser and members of a volunteer board led by former U.S. Sen. Hank Brown that will oversee the process.

Payments are usually determined within 90 to 120 days, co-administrator Camille Biros said. The identities of those filing claims will not be made public.

Feinberg said Colorado’s program is very similar to ones he is administrating for Catholic dioceses in four other states — California, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Payments in other state have ranged from $10,000 to $500,000, he said.

The review of church records is being conducted by Colorado’s former U.S. Attorney Bob Troyer. It was originally expected to be released by October but Weiser said on Oct. 7 that it would be released later in the fall.

He said the goal was to have it available before the Nov. 30 deadline for starting the claims process.

A letter from Aquila about the program and upcoming report was read to parishioners at Denver area churches over the weekend preceding Oct. 7. It said that claims would be paid out of the diocese’s reserves and assets rather than donations to parishes, ministries and schools.

“We know that for survivors what has been taken from them can never be fully restored, but we hope these initiatives can provide some measure of justice, validation and healing for them and their families,” he said.

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October 17, 2019

March 14, 2016 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 22, 2016 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D6028584 Original Principal Amount $280,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $267,760.25

Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled: JOSE LUIS RUIZ Address of Record Owner as evidenced on the recorded instrument evidencing the owner's interest: 100 JASMINE ST, DENVER, CO 80220-5913 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: July 07, 2005 Recording Information: B5100067 Recording Date of Notice of Election and Demand: February 20, 2019 Recording Information of Notice of Election and Demand: D9014300 Legal Description of Property: LOTS 11 AND 12, BLOCK 21, SHERIDAN SUBDIVISION COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Street Address of Property: 1800 WEST GIRARD AVENUE, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110

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On July 12, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

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Original Grantor(s) Anita L Bemis AND Richard C Bemis Original Beneficiary(ies) VALUE FINANCIAL MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC Date of Deed of Trust April 02, 2012 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 06, 2012 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D2038044 Original Principal Amount $787,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $343,779.17

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

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 7, BLOCK 2, BOW MAR KNOLLS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO

First Publication: 10/17/2019 Last Publication: 11/14/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/14/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

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

Public Notices call Sheree 303.566.4088 Also known by street and number as: 5471 Blue Sage Dr, Littleton, CO 80123.

Public Trustees COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0416-2019

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 14, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Diane Lopes Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Wintrust Mortgage, a division of Barrington Bank and Trust Co., N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Pingora Loan Servicing, LLC Date of Deed of Trust March 14, 2016 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 22, 2016 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D6028584 Original Principal Amount $280,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $267,760.25

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

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 7, BLOCK 2, BOW MAR KNOLLS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 5471 Blue Sage Dr, Littleton, CO 80123.

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

If applicable, a description of any changes to the deed of trust described in the notice of election and demand pursuant to affidavit as allowed by statutes: C.R.S.§ 38-35-109(5) LEGAL DESCRIPTION HAS BEEN CORRECTED BY SCRIVENER'S AFFIDAVIT RECORDED 8/6/2019 AT RECEPTION NO. D9078899 IN THE RECORDS OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY. NOTICE OF SALE

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

Public Trustees

If applicable, a description of any changes to the deed of trust described in the notice of election and demand pursuant to affidavit as allowed by statutes: C.R.S.§ 38-35-109(5) LEGAL DESCRIPTION HAS BEEN CORRECTED BY SCRIVENER'S AFFIDAVIT RECORDED 8/6/2019 AT RECEPTION NO. D9078899 IN THE RECORDS OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/11/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 10/17/2019 Last Publication: 11/14/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/14/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David W Drake #43315 Scott D. Toebben #19011 Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 19CO00143-1 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Annual Subscription Marari - Healey Publishing First6.Publication: 10/17/2019 Price: $40.00 $25 Senior11/14/2019 65+ Gerard Healey & Ann Healey Last Publication: 750 W. Hampden Avenue, Suite 225 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent 7. Complete Mailing Address of Englewood, Colorado 80110 Known Office of Publication IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER(Not DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOPrinter): 11. Known Bondholders. Mortgagees, TICE 750 OF W. INTENT TOAvenue, CURESuite BY 225 THOSE Hampden and Other Security Holders Owning PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE Englewood, Colorado 80110 or Holding 1 Percent or More of Total EXTENDED; Contact Person: Lindsay Nicoletti Amount of Bonds, Mortgages, or Telephone (include Area Code): Other Securities. If none, check box DATE: 303-566-4071 08/14/2019 [X] None Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado 8. Complete Mailing Address of By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee Headquarters or General Business Office Of Publisher (Not Printer): The name, address, business 750 W. Hampden Avenue,telephone Suite 225 number and bar registration number of the Englewood, Colorado 80110 attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

David W Drake #43315

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The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0416-2019 First Publication: 10/17/2019 Last Publication: 11/14/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS CRS 38-38-111(2.5b)(3a,b,d)(5) PUBLIC TRUSTEE SALE NO. 0096-2019 To: Record Owner of the property as of the recording of the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled. You are advised that there are overbid funds due you. This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust and Notice of Election and Demand: Name of Record Owner as evidenced on the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled: JOSE LUIS RUIZ Address of Record Owner as evidenced on the recorded instrument evidencing the owner's interest: 100 JASMINE ST, DENVER, CO 80220-5913 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: July 07, 2005 Recording Information: B5100067 Recording Date of Notice of Election and Demand: February 20, 2019 Recording Information of Notice of Election and Demand: D9014300 Legal Description of Property: LOTS 11 AND 12, BLOCK 21, SHERIDAN SUBDIVISION COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Street Address of Property: 1800 WEST GIRARD AVENUE, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110 NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS I sold at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on 6/19/19, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, to the highest and best bidder for cash, the real property described above. An overbid was realized from the sale and, unless the funds are claimed by the owner or other persons entitled thereto within six months from the date of sale, the funds due to you will be transferred to the general fund of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, or to the State Treasurer as part of the "Unclaimed Property Act", pursuant to Colorado law.

First Publication: 9/19/19 Last Publication: 10/17/19 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Date: 9/6/19

Public Trustees

First Publication: 9/19/19 Last Publication: 10/17/19 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Date: 9/6/19 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice No.: 0096-2019 First Publication: 9/19/19 Last Publication: 10/17/19 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0357-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 12, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Anita L Bemis AND Richard C Bemis Original Beneficiary(ies) VALUE FINANCIAL MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC Date of Deed of Trust April 02, 2012 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 06, 2012 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D2038044 Original Principal Amount $787,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $343,779.17 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 59, THE HILLS AT CHERRY CREEK FILING THREE, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE,

STATE OF COLORADO. SusanStatement K Ryden, Public Littleton Trustee in and Independent for the Ownership

Legal Notice NO.: 0416-2019 First Publication: 10/17/2019 Last Publication: 11/14/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE herein, 9. Full Names and Complete Mailing secured by the Deed of Trust, described has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale Addresses of Publisher, Editor, Statement and Managing: as provided by of lawOwnership, and in said Deed of Trust.

Management, and Circulation (All Periodicals Publications Except Publisher: Macari Healey Publishing THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will Requester Publications) at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 750 W. Hampden Avenue, Suite 225 Englewood, Colorado 80110 12/11/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County 1. Publication Title: 5334 South Prince Administration Building, Littleton Independent Editor: Chris Rotar, Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real 750 W. Hampden Avenue, Suite 225 2. Publication Number: 315-780 property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Englewood, Colorado 80110 Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the 3. Filing Date: the 9.26.19 Editor: Chris Rotar, purpose of paying indebtedness provided Managing in 750 W. Hampden Avenue, Suite 225 said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of 4. Issue Frequency: Weekly Englewood, Colorado 80110 Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to Number a ofCertificate Issues Published 10. Owner: Full Name and Complete the 5. purchaser of Purchase, all as Annually: Mailing Address: provided by law. 52

David W Drake #43315 Scott D. Toebben #19011 Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 19CO00143-1

NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS

I sold at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on 6/19/19, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, to the highest and best bidder for cash, the real property described above. An overbid was realized from the sale and, unless the funds are claimed by the owner or other persons entitled thereto within six months from the date of sale, the funds due to you will be transferred to the general fund of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, or to the State Treasurer as part of the "Unclaimed Property Act", pursuant to Colorado law.

County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

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

Public Trustees

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 59, THE HILLS AT CHERRY CREEK FILING THREE, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 10973 E Crestline Avenue, Englewood, CO 80111.

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

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/13/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/19/2019 Last Publication: 10/17/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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

DATE: 07/12/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-021903

Also known by street and number as: 10973 E Crestline Avenue, The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector Public Englewood, CO 80111. ©Public Trustees' Association of Notice Colorado Reand is attempting to collect a debt. Any informavised 9/2012 tion provided may be used for that purpose.

12. Tax Status (Check one) The (2) Mailed In-County PaidTHE PROPERTY (3)DESCRIBED Free or Nominal RateISCopies [X] I certify that 50% of all my distribHEREIN ALL purpose, function, and nonprofit Form Mailed at other Classes Through uted copies Association (electronic and print) are OFPS THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY Legal Notice No.: 0096-2019 Subscriptions Stated on ©Public Trustees' of Colorado Restatus of this organization and the 3541 (include paid distribution The USPS (e.g. paid above a nominal price.

ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OFFirst-Class THE DEEDMail)vised 1/2015 First Publication: 9/19/19 exempt status for federal income tax above nominal rate, advertiser’s 0 OF TRUST. Last Publication: 10/17/19 purposes: copies, and exchange 0 Publication of Statement Name of Publication: Littleton proof Independent Legal Notice No.: 0357-2019 [X] Has Not Changed During Preceding copies) (4) FreeOF or SALE Nominal Rate Distribution of Ownership NOTICE First Publication: 9/19/2019 12 Months 1259 Outside the Mail (Carriers or other [X] If the publication Last Publication: 10/17/2019 is a general pub[ ] Has Changed During Preceding 12 2088 publication ofIndependent this statement The current holder means) of the Evidence of Debt seName lication, of Publication: Littleton Months (3) Paid Distribution Outside the 74 is required. Will be printed in the cured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, Mails including Sales Through 125 10.17.19 issue of this publication. has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale 13. Publication Title: Dealers and Carriers, Street e. Total Nominal Rate as provided by law and inFree saidor Deed of Trust.

Littleton Independent Vendors, Counter Sales, and Other Distribution (Sum of 15d (1), (2), 17. Signature and Title of Editor, Paid Distribution Outside USPS® (3) Is and (4) Given that I will Publisher, Business Manager, or THEREFORE, Notice Hereby 14. Issue Date for Circulation Data 238 Owner at public auction, at8310:00 A.M. on Wednesday, Below: 9.26.19 250 Gerard J. Healey 11/13/2019, at the 427 East Hearing Room, County (4) Paid Distribution by Other Total Distribution Date 9.24.19 Administration f.Building, 5334 South Prince 15. Extent and Nature Of Circulation: Classes of Mail Through Street, the USPS (Sum of 15c and 15e) Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the Average No. Copies of Each Issue (e.g. First Class®) 1719 for cash, the said real I certify that all information furnished highest and best bidder During Preceding 12 Months 0 2964 of the said Grantor(s), on this form is true and complete. I property and all interest Grantor(s)' heirs assigns therein, for(See the No. Copies of Single Issue 0 g. and Copies not Distributed understand that anyone who furnishindebtedness provided in#4 Published Nearest to Filling Date: c. Total Paid Distribution purpose of paying the Instructions to Publishers es false or misleading information said of Debt secured by the Deed of a. Total Number of Copies (Sum of 15b (1), (2), (3). andEvidence (4) (Page #3) on this form or who omits material Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale (Net Press Run): 1636 121 or information requested on the form and other items allowed 1840 2537 77 by law, and will issue to may be subject to criminal sanctions the purchaser ah.Certificate of of Purchase, all as 3041 d. Free or Nominal Rate Distribution Total (Sum 15f and g) (including fines and imprisonment) provided b. Paid Circulation (By Mail and (By Mail and Outside the Mail) by law. 1840 and/or civil sanctions (including civil outside the Mail) (1) Free or Nominal Rate Outside3041 penalties).

First (1) Mailed Outside-County Paid County Copies included onPublication: PS i.9/19/2019 Percent Paid Last Publication: 10/17/2019 Subscriptions Stated on PS Form Form 3541 (15c divided by 15f times 100) Name of Publication: Littleton Independent 3541 (include paid distribution 1 95.17% First Publication: October 17, 2019 above nominal rate, advertiser’s 66 85.59% Last Publication: October 17, 2019 IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A proof copies, and exchange (2) Free or Nominal Rate In-County Publisher: Littleton Independent LATER THE DEADLINE FILE A copies) Copies included on PS Form 3541DATE, 16.

Electronic CopyTO Circulation NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE 139 8 N/A PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE 199 236 EXTENDED; DATE: 07/12/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado

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Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

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ber and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

First Publication: 9/19/2019 Last Publication: 10/17/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

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

Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-021934

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

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

Public Trustees

Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-021903 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice No.: 0357-2019 First Publication: 9/19/2019 Last Publication: 10/17/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0358-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 16, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Robert R. Fitch, Jr. Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust March 31, 2017 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 03, 2017 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D7037071 Original Principal Amount $261,150.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $253,487.17 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION NEW 2016 CLAYTON HOMES BREEEZ II BUC007438AZ-AB 76' X 26.8' PARCEL ID NUMBER: 034168028 Also known by street and number as: 37519 East 6th Avenue, Watkins, CO 80137.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/13/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/19/2019 Last Publication: 10/17/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 07/16/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-021934

Public Trustees

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 0358-2019 EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION TRACT 10, WATKINS RANCH, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 64 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 4; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 27 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 4, A DISTANCE OF 1100.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREE 35 MINUTES 57 SECONDS EAST A DISTANCE OF 1615.03 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 69 DEGREES 08 MINUTES 48 SECONDS, EAST A DISTANCE OF 1116.56 FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST QUARTER; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 14 SECONDS, EAST A DISTANCE OF 1224.52 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Legal Notice NO.: 0358-2019 First Publication: 9/19/2019 Last Publication: 10/17/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0360-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 16, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) BRETT J. CUTLER Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR PARAMOUNT RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE GROUP, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Date of Deed of Trust September 04, 2015 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 09, 2015 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D5103122 Original Principal Amount $343,660.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $323,007.22 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 28, BLOCK 1, THE RIDGE AT F O X R I D G E , C O UN T Y O F A R A P A H O E , STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 8033 S. NEWPORT COURT, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/13/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/19/2019 Last Publication: 10/17/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 07/16/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado

Public Trustees

DATE: 07/16/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Joseph D. DeGiorgio #45557 Nichole Williams #49611 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Randall Chin #31149 Weldon Phillips #31827 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000008468472 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Public Trustees

Steven Bellanti #48306 Holly Shilliday #24423 Erin Croke #46557 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-19-863359-LL The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice No.: 0373-2019 First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0380-2019

©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

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

Legal Notice NO.: 0360-2019 First Publication: 9/19/2019 Last Publication: 10/17/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

On July 23, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0373-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 19, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) John Daniel Ripley III, Kathye Ann Ripley Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Bank of the West, Its Successors and Assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Bank of the West Date of Deed of Trust October 14, 2011 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 21, 2011 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D1103005 Original Principal Amount $250,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $224,669.25 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 4, BLOCK 1, WILLOW CREEK, FILING NO. 4, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7503 S Xanthia Pl, Centennial, CO 80112.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/20/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 07/19/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Steven Bellanti #48306 Holly Shilliday #24423 Erin Croke #46557 McCarthy & Holthus LLP

Original Grantor(s) Colleen Valiquette Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR CASTLE & COOKE MORTGAGE, LLC, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust November 10, 2017 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 14, 2017 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D7129714 Original Principal Amount $254,308.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $249,701.67 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE NORTH 50 FEET OF THE SOUTH ONE-HALF OF PLOT 3, BLOCK 45, RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 44 AND 45, SOUTH BROADWAY HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 4477 S Pennsylvania St, Englewood, CO 80113.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/20/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 07/23/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-022044 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

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Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-022044

Public Trustees

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0380-2019 First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0387-2019

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

On July 26, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) LYNNE S. SMITH Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR EQUIFIRST CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR EQUIFIRST LOAN SECURITIZATION TRUST 2007-1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 Date of Deed of Trust February 01, 2007 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 27, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B7025014 Original Principal Amount $134,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $132,883.09

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

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 15, BLOCK 5, RIDGEVIEW HILLS NORTH, FIRST FILING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 4590 EAST WEAVER PLACE, CENTENNIAL, CO 80121.

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

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/20/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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

DATE: 07/26/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Joseph D. DeGiorgio #45557 Nichole Williams #49611 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Randall Chin #31149 Weldon Phillips #31827 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000007840374

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

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Legal Notice No.: 0387-2019

Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000007840374

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

October 17, 2019

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

Public Trustees

©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice No.: 0387-2019 First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0389-2019

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 26, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) DONNA J. BROWN Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR ALLY BANK CORP. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Date of Deed of Trust November 02, 2012 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 27, 2012 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D2135795 Original Principal Amount $153,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $135,929.33

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

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 2, BLOCK 23, FIRST AMENDED PLAT OF SOUTHWIND SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 600 E GEDDES AVENUE, CENTENNIAL, CO 80122.

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

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/20/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 07/26/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Joseph D. DeGiorgio #45557 Nichole Williams #49611 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Randall Chin #31149 Weldon Phillips #31827 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000008491052 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice No.: 0389-2019 First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0394-2019

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

Public Trustees

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0394-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 30, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) JILL M OLSEN AND SCOTT A OLSEN Original Beneficiary(ies) COMPASS BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COMPASS BANK Date of Deed of Trust September 23, 2003 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 22, 2003 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B3230966 Original Principal Amount $125,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $116,715.24

On August 2, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Public Trustees

Original Grantor(s) Elsie M Lark Original Beneficiary(ies) Commercial Federal Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Bank of the West Date of Deed of Trust November 30, 2005 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 02, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B6034280 Original Principal Amount $53,131.50 Outstanding Principal Balance $20,975.41 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

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

LOT 17, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 120 FEET THEREOF AND EXCEPT PART CONVEYED TO CITY OF ENGLEWOOD FOR STREET PURPOSES IN DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 1187 AT PAGE 210, COLMAN SUBDIVISION, ARAPHOE COUNTY, COLORADO

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Also known by street and number as: 1090 W Stanford Dr, Englewood, CO 80110.

LOT 96, HOMESTEAD FARM FILING 4, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

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

TAX ID #: 207532210048 Also known by street and number as: 7739 S LOCUST ST, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/20/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 07/30/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-021881 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0394-2019 First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0403-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 2, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Elsie M Lark Original Beneficiary(ies)

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/04/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 10/10/2019 Last Publication 11/7/2019 Name of Publication Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/02/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Steven Bellanti #48306 Holly Shilliday #24423 Erin Croke #46557 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-19-864639-LL The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

D7111314 Original Principal Amount $171,958.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $168,907.00

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

LOT 7, JENSEN SUBDIVISION SECOND FILING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO

Public Trustees

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT 14, BLOCK 9, CHERRY CREEK VISTA FILING NO. 15 Also known by street and number as: 5833 S Paris Ct, Englewood, CO 80111-4122.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/20/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 07/19/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Steven Bellanti #48306 Holly Shilliday #24423 Erin Croke #46557 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-19-862261-LL

Also known by street and number as: 1230 West Radcliff Avenue, Englewood, CO 80110.

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

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/20/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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

DATE: 07/19/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Heather Deere #28597 Toni M. Owan #30580 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, PC 355 Union Blvd., Ste. 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # 81195-DTF

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

©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice No.: 0367-2019 First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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

Legal Notice No.: 0363-2019 First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0367-2019

On July 19, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Richard A Berlinger and Jill A Berlinger Original Beneficiary(ies) Washington Mutual Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust October 26, 2007 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 08, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B7143055 Original Principal Amount

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice No.: 0403-2019 First Publication 10/10/2019 Last Publication 11/7/2019 Name of Publication Littleton Independent

On July 19, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Public Trustees

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0383-2019

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

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

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

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

©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0363-2019

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Washington Mutual Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust October 26, 2007 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 08, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B7143055 Original Principal Amount $600,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $579,818.67

Original Grantor(s) Diane M. Sarazin and Timothy C. Sarazin Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for DHA Financial, Inc., its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Ditech Financial LLC Date of Deed of Trust September 25, 2017 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 29, 2017 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D7111314 Original Principal Amount $171,958.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $168,907.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

On July 26, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Joseph Michael Diblasi Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust August 02, 2018 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 06, 2018 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D8077555 Original Principal Amount $330,414.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $328,457.77

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

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOTS 37 AND 38, BLOCK 33, SOUTH BROADWAY HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. PARCEL ID NUMBER: 031994501

Littleton 10.17.19 * 3

Also known by street and number as:

ence of debt secured by the deed of trust and 44 The Independent other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOTS 37 AND 38, BLOCK 33, SOUTH BROADWAY HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

Public Trustees

PARCEL ID NUMBER: 031994501

Also known by street and number as: 4345 South Clarkson Street, Englewood, CO 80113.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 11/20/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 07/26/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-022081 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice No.: 0383-2019 First Publication: 9/26/2019 Last Publication: 10/24/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0399-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 2, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Floyd I. Bilderback Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP Date of Deed of Trust March 26, 2015 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 02, 2015 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D5032221 Original Principal Amount $232,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $87,393.34 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. ALL THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE AND STATE OF COLORADO, TO WIT: LOT 15, SHERIDAN ESTATES, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO FLOYD I. BILDERBACK BY DEED FROM JUDY A. CROSS, FORMERLY KNOWN AS JUDY ANN WITTY AND JUDY A. WITTY RECORDED 7/22/1983 IN DEED BOOK 3920 PAGE 614, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK

PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE AND STATE OF COLORADO, TO WIT: LOT 15, SHERIDAN ESTATES, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

Public Trustees

BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO FLOYD I. BILDERBACK BY DEED FROM JUDY A. CROSS, FORMERLY KNOWN AS JUDY ANN WITTY AND JUDY A. WITTY RECORDED 7/22/1983 IN DEED BOOK 3920 PAGE 614, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. PURSUANT TO QUIET TITLE DECREE RECORDED OCTOBER 10, 2018 AT RECEPTION NUMBER D8100130 ADDING THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION TO THE DEED OF TRUST. Also known by street and number as: 3921 S Hazel Court, Englewood, CO 80110.

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

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Also known by street and number as: 3952 E Briarwood Ave, Centennial, CO 80122.

PARCEL ID NUMBER: 2075-10-2-08-019

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

Public Trustees

Also known by street and number as: 9197 E. Tufts Pl, Greenwood Village, CO 80111.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

NOTICE OF SALE

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/04/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/04/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 10/10/2019 Last Publication: 11/7/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/02/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-022074 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice No.: 0399-2019 First Publication: 10/10/2019 Last Publication: 11/7/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0405-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 2, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Nataliya A Vincent Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS OF COLORADO, LLC, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Date of Deed of Trust January 14, 2015 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 15, 2015 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D5004650 Original Principal Amount $367,200.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $337,265.72 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

First Publication: 10/10/2019 Last Publication: 11/7/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/02/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-021836 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice No.: 0405-2019 First Publication: 10/10/2019 Last Publication: 11/7/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0413-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 9, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Kristen Ann Bauer Gilliam AND Michael J. Gilliam Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR ROYAL UNITED MORTGAGE LLC, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Date of Deed of Trust November 25, 2017 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 01, 2017 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D7135978 Original Principal Amount $463,980.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $455,638.65 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 10. BLOCK 25. CHERRY KNOLLS FILING NO. 4. COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE. STATE OF COLORADO. PARCEL 2077-25-1-07-018

LOT 21, BLOCK 2, CHERRY CREEK VILLAGE, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 3952 E Briarwood Ave, Centennial, CO 80122.

PARCEL ID NUMBER: 2075-10-2-08-019

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

Also known by street and number as:

PARCEL 2077-25-1-07-018

LOT 21, BLOCK 2, CHERRY CREEK VILLAGE, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

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

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

LOT 10. BLOCK 25. CHERRY KNOLLS FILING NO. 4. COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE. STATE OF COLORADO.

Public Trustees

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/11/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 10/17/2019 Last Publication: 11/14/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/09/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-021933 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice No.: 0413-2019 First Publication: 10/17/2019 Last Publication: 11/14/2019 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Metropolitan Districts Public Notice NOTICE CONCERNING PROPOSED BUDGET OF SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the South Metro Fire Rescue Fire Protection District for the ensuing year of 2020; that a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the office of the District at 9195 E. Mineral Avenue, Centennial, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that such proposed budget will be considered at a public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 9195 E. Mineral Avenue, Centennial, Colorado on Monday, November 4, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget, inspect the budget and file or register any objections thereto.

SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT By: /s/ Dillon Miskimins, Chief Financial Officer Legal Notice No.: 523295 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE CONCERNING PROPOSED BUDGET OF SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE AUTHORITY NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority for the ensuing year of 2020; that a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the office of the Authority at 9195 E. Mineral Avenue, Centennial, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that such proposed budget will be considered at a public hearing of the Board of Directors of the Authority to be held at 9195 E. Mineral Avenue, Centennial, Colorado on Monday, November 4, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. Any elector within the Authority may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget, inspect the budget and file or register any objections thereto.

SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE AUTHORITY By: /s/ Dillon Miskimins, Chief Financial Officer Legal Notice No.: 523296 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

ado on Monday, November 4, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. Any elector within the Authority may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget, inspect the budget and file or register any objections thereto.

October 17, 2019O

SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE AUTHORITY By: /s/ Dillon Miskimins, Chief Financial Officer

Metropolitan Districts

Legal Notice No.: 523296 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE CONCERNING PROPOSED BUDGET OF CUNNINGHAM FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Cunningham Fire Protection District for the ensuing year of 2020; that a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the office of the District at 9195 E. Mineral Avenue, Centennial, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that such proposed budget will be considered at a public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 9195 E. Mineral Avenue, Centennial, Colorado on Monday, November 4, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget, inspect the budget and file or register any objections thereto.

CUNNINGHAM FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT By: /s/ Dillon Miskimins, Chief Financial Officer Legal Notice No.: 523297 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Bids and Settlements Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to § 3826-107, C.R.S., that on October 29, 2019 final settlement with T. Lowell Construction Inc. will be made by Platte Canyon Water & Sanitation District for the “2019 S. Sheridan boulevard Sanitary Sewer Main Replacement Project” subject to satisfactory final inspection and acceptance of said facilities by the District. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or his or her subcontractor in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies, laborers, rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work whose claim therefore has not been paid by the contractor or subcontractor, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, may file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on such claim with Platte Canyon Water & Sanitation District, c/o, Mr. Timothy Flynn, Attorney, Collins Cockrel & Cole, 390 Union Boulevard, Suite 400, Lakewood, CO 80228-1556. Failure to file such verified statement or claim prior to final settlement will release the District and its employees and agents from any and all liability for such claim and for making final payment to said contractor. s/s Platte Canyon Water & Sanitation District Legal Notice No.: 523286 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice INVITATION TO BID

The Inverness Water & Sanitation District requests formal bids for the Inverness Water and Sanitation District Sanitary Sewer Lining Phase II. Sealed proposals, addressed to the Inverness Water and Sanitation District (“The District) will be publicly opened and read at the District’s office located at, 188 Inverness Drive West, Suite 140, Englewood, CO 80112, on Wednesday the 4th day of December, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. local time.

The Work for which proposals are to be received is for the rehabilitation of approximately 6,380 feet of existing Vitrified Clay Pipe (“VCP”), sanitary sewer, utilizing the UV Cured-In-Place Pipe (“CIPP”) process. The rehabilitation process will cover approximately 3,100 ft of 8” VCP, 2,700 ft of 10” VCP and 580 ft of 12” VCP. The exact project details are contained in the Contract Documents.

Drawings and Specifications may be examined in the office of the District at, 188 Inverness Drive West, Suite 140, Englewood, CO 80112.

Bid Documents may be obtained at the District's office upon payment of $50.00 per hard copy or $20.00 for an e-file transmittal. These documents will be available beginning Tuesday, October 22, 2019. Fees for the Bid Documents are non-refundable.

Each Proposal must be submitted on the prescribed form and accompanied by a certified check or bid bond executed on the prescribed form, payable to the District, in an amount not less than 5 percent of the amount bid. The successful bidder will be required to furnish the necessary additional bond(s) for the faithful performance of the contract, as prescribed in the Contract Documents.

Bidders shall submit all questions in writing to the District’s Engineer no later than 3:00 pm, Friday, November 22, 2019. Questions received after this time will be addressed at the discretion of the District. The District will periodically compile lists of Bidders’ questions and respond in writing to all Bidders registered on the District’s “Plan Holder List”. The District’s preferred method of written communication is via

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cessary additional bond(s) for the faithful performance of the contract, as prescribed in the Contract Documents.

October 17, 2019

Bidders shall submit all questions in writing to the District’s Engineer no later than 3:00 pm, Friday, November 22, 2019. Questions received after this time will be addressed at the discretion of the District. The District will periodically compile lists of Bidders’ questions and respond in writing to all Bidders registered on the District’s “Plan Holder List”. The District’s preferred method of written communication is via electronic mail. If any major clarifications are needed, an addendum will be sent to all bidders.

Bids and Settlements

In order to perform public work, the successful Bidder shall hold or obtain such contractor's and business licenses, as may be required by applicable law.

Before a Contract will be awarded for the work contemplated herein, the District will conduct such investigation as is necessary to determine the performance record and ability of the apparent low Bidder to perform the size and type of work specified under this Contract. Upon request, the Bidder shall submit such information as deemed necessary by the District to evaluate the Bidder's qualifications.

The successful bidder shall be selected based on the bidder’s ability to successfully complete the project in a timely manner as well as the bidder’s total amount of bid. The District reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any and all informalities and to negotiate contract terms with the Successful Bidder, and the right to disregard all non-conforming, non-responsive or conditional Bids, and to postpone the award of the Contract for a period of time which, however, shall not extend beyond 60 days from the bid opening date unless a different period is set forth in the Contract Documents.

Dated this day 9th of October, 2019 INVERNESS WATER & SANITATION DISTRICT By: Luis Tovar, District Representative Legal Notice No.: 523308 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Summons and Sheriff Sales Public Notice

Englewood, CO 80112.

The attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is: Kate M. Leason, Reg. No. 41025, Altitude Community Law P.C., 555 Zang Street, Suite 100, Lakewood, Colorado 80228-1011, 303.432.9999.

Summons and Sheriff Sales

DATED: August 13, 2019.

Tyler S. Brown, Arapahoe County Sheriff By: Trent Steffa, Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 523148 First Publication: September 26, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Published In: Littleton Independent 750 W. Hampden Ave., Suite 225 Englewood, Colorado, 80110 Public Notice

COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Case Number: 15CV30171 Div.: 14 Plaintiff(s): CHAPARRAL HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. Defendant(s): TONI WOLFE; BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; CYNTHIA MARES, ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE; AND OCCUPANT On July 10, 2019, the Arapahoe County District Court issued its Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order of Decree of Foreclosure.

Original Grantor(s) Toni Wolfe Original Beneficiaries Chaparral Homeowners Association, Inc. Current Holders of Evidence of Debt Chaparral Homeowners Association, Inc. Date of Lien June 17, 2019 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Lien June 19, 2019 Recording Reception Number D9058918 Original Amount $15,666.46 Outstanding Amount $15,666.46 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the provisions of the Discovery at Smoky Hill Condominium, Inc.’s Declaration (“Declaration”) has been violated as follows: Failure to pay common expense assessments as that term is defined in 38-33.3-316 C.R.S., together with all other payments provided for in the Declaration or by Colorado Statute secured by the Assessment Lien.

DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Case No.: 2019CV030153 Div: 15

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN:

COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY

Lot 33, Block 2, Chaparral Subdivision Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado

PLAINTIFF: SOUTHCREEK TOWNHOME SUBASSOCIATION, INC. v.

DEFENDANTS: LAURA STEENBOCK; THE NEW YORK BANK OF MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS, CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-7; SOUTHCREEK MASTER HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; and SUSAN KAY RYDEN AS ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice:

You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Unit of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10 O’clock A.M., on the 21st day of November 2019, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3845. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT THE TIME OF SALE.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $12,737.32.

This is to advise you that a Sheriff’s sale proceeding has been commenced through the office of the undersigned Sheriff pursuant to Court Order dated July 15, 2019, and C.R.S. 3838-101 et seq. by Southcreek Townhome Subassociation, Inc. the holder and current owner of a lien recorded on March 4, 2016 at Reception No. D6022819 in the records of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. The foreclosure is based on a default under the Declaration of Southcreek Townhome Subassociation, Inc. recorded on 08/16/2000 at B0101764 in the records of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. The Declaration establishes a lien for the benefit of Southcreek Townhome Subassociation, Inc. against real property legal described as follows: Regarding: Lot 113, Block 2, Southcreek Subdivision, Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; Also known as: 7874 S. Kittredge Circle, Englewood, CO 80112.

The attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is: Kate M. Leason, Reg. No. 41025, Altitude Community Law P.C., 555 Zang Street, Suite 100, Lakewood, Colorado 80228-1011, 303.432.9999.

DATED: August 13, 2019.

Tyler S. Brown, Arapahoe County Sheriff By: Trent Steffa, Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 523148

which has the address of 4172 South Richfield Way, Aurora, Colorado Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on 21st of November, 2019, at the Offices of the Arapahoe County Sheriff, 13101 East Broncos Parkway Centennial, CO 80112, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Assessment Lien, plus attorney fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. ** The name, bar registration number, address, and telephone number of the attorney is: Richard W. Johnston, Reg. No. 19823, Tobey & Johnston, P.C., 6855 S. Havana Street #275, Centennial, CO 80112-3813, and telephone number (303) 799-8600.

DATED: August 20, 2019.

Tyler S. Brown, Arapahoe County Sheriff By: Trent Steffa, Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 523167 First Publication: September 26, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Published In: Littleton Independent 750 W. Hampden Ave., Suite 225 Englewood, Colorado, 80110 Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Case No.: 2019CV030111 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY PLAINTIFF: RIDGEVIEW GLEN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. v.

DEFENDANTS: DANIEL L LAMB; LISA L LAMB; OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC; and SUSAN KAY RYDEN AS PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY. Regarding: Lot 10, Block 8, Ridgeview Glen Subdivision Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; Also known as: 19584 E. Ithaca Place, Aurora, CO 80013.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Sheriff's Office of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado at 10 O’clock .A.M., on the 15th day of December 2019, at

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Plaintiff: MARISA A. KAST v.

Defendant: STEPHANIE J. WAGNER

State of Colorado; Also known as: 19584 E. Ithaca Place, Aurora, CO 80013.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice:

Summons and Sheriff Sales

You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Sheriff's Office of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado at 10 O’clock .A.M., on the 15th day of December 2019, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3851. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT THE TIME OF SALE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $5,963.16.

The attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is: Kate M. Leason, Reg. No. 41025, Altitude Community Law P.C., 555 Zang Street, Suite 100, Lakewood, Colorado 80228-1011, 303.432.9999 Date: Sept. 3, 2019 Tyler S. Brown, Arapahoe County Sheriff By: Sgt. Trent Steffa, Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 523195 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: November 7, 2019 Published In: Littleton Independent 750 W Hampden Ave, Suite 225 Englewood, CO 80110 Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO 1790 W. Littleton Boulevard Littleton, CO 80120 Court Phone: 303-649-6355 PLAINTIFF: THE TURTLE CREEK CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. v.

DEFENDANTS: MARK EDWARD SHANLEY; REGINA DOWDY NKA REGINA SHANLEY; MICHELLE D CURRY; BANK OF AMERICA N.A.; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; and SU RYDEN, PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY Attorney: Kate M. Leason, Reg No. 41025 Jeffrey B. Smith, Reg No. 40490 Firm: Altitude Community Law P.C. Address: 555 Zang Street, Suite 100 Lakewood, Colorado 80228-1011 Phone Number: 303.432.9999 E-mails: kleason@altitude.law jsmith@altitude.law Our File No.: 8867.0045 Case No.: 2018CV032445 Div: 202 PLURIES SUMMONS 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 Plaintiff, as set forth in 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 twenty-one (21) days after service upon you if within the State of Colorado, or within thirty-five (35) days after service upon you if outside the State of Colorado or if served by publication pursuant to C.R.C.P. 4(g). If served by publication, service shall be complete on the day of the last publication. Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 2410(b), the time for filing an Answer or other response is extended to sixty (60) days for the United States. 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 the time required, 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 affecting the real property described in the Complaint and is a proceeding in rem as well as a proceeding in personam.

Dated: 7/22/19 Respectfully submitted, ALTITUDE COMMUNITY LAW P.C. Original signature of Kate M. Leason is on file with the law offices of Altitude Community Law P.C. pursuant to C.R.C.P. 121, §1-26(7).

S/ Kate M. Leason Kate M. Leason, #41025 Jeffrey B. Smith, #40490 555 Zang Street, Suite 100 Lakewood, Colorado 80228-1011 303.432.8999 ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF The Turtle Creek Condominium Association, Inc. Address of Plaintiff: The Turtle Creek Condominium Association, Inc. c/o Hammersmith Management 23 Inverness Way East, Suite 200 Englewood, CO 80112 Legal Notice No.: 523215 First Publication: September 19, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112

SummonsPublic andNotice Sheriff Sales DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112 Plaintiff: HOA OF COBBLESTONE CROSSING IN HEATHERIDGE, a Colorado non-profit corporation, Defendants: AMY LYNN ANDERSON; HEATHER RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 1; CAPITAL ONE BANK USA, NA; SUE SANDSTROM AS TREASURER FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION. Attorneys for Plaintiff: WINZENBURG, LEFF, PURVIS & PAYNE, LLP Wendy E. Weigler, #28419 Gina C. Botti #42005 Address: 8020 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 300 Littleton, CO 80127 Phone Number: (303) 863-1870 Case Number: 2019CV031187 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT: AMY LYNN ANDERSON 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 within 35 days after the service of this Summons upon you. Service of the 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 for judicial foreclosure of an assessment lien in and to the real property situated in Arapahoe County, Colorado, more particularly described on Exhibit A, attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof.

Dated: September 9, 2019.

WINZENBURG, LEFF, PURVIS & PAYNE, L.L.P. /s/: Wendy E. Weigler By: Wendy E. Weigler #28419 This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(h), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure Exhibit A PARCEL 1: LOT 50, BLOCK 1, AND ALL IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, HEATHER RIDGE SOUTH SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 12, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED ON OCTOBER 13, 1977, AT RECEPTION NO. 1675139, AND THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF COBBLESTONE CROSSING IN HEATHER RIDGE, RECORDED ON DECEMBER 21, 1977, IN BOOK 2700 AT PAGE 122, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO; (OTHERWISE KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 13532 EAST ASBURY DRIVE) PARCEL 2: GARAGE LOT NO. 127G, HEATHER RIDGE SOUTH SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 13, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED ON NOVEMBER 15, 1977, AT RECEPTION NO. 1684259, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO; TOGETHER WITH: (1) A NON-EXCLUSIVE RIGHT AND EASEMENT OF ENJOYMENT IN AND TO THE COMMON AREA IN COMMON WITH OTHER OWNERS OF DWELLING UNITS OF COBBLESTONE CROSSING IN HEATHERRIDGE. (2) A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT IN, ON AND THROUGH THE COMMON AREA FOR INGRESS TO AND EGRESS FROM THE LOT DESCRIBED ABOVE.

Attorney for Plaintiff: Wesley Parks Atty. Reg. No. 47010 1720 South Bellaire Street, Suite 205 Denver, Colorado 80222 Phone: (303) 933-4529 Email: wparks@cohenlawyers.com Case No. 2019C44158 Courtroom: A2

Summons and Sheriff Sales SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO: STEPHANIE J. WAGNER

You are hereby summoned and required to file with the Clerk of the Court an answer or other response to the Complaint filed against you in this case. You are required to file your answer or other response on or before November 21, 2019, in the Arapahoe County Court, Littleton, Colorado.

The nature of this action is a proceeding in rem.

The relief sought by the Plaintiff(s) is a partition which will affect the following property: 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, VIN No. 2CNALDEC5B63S4611 If you fail to file your answer or other response on or before the date and time shown above, the relief sought may be granted by default by the Court without further notice.

X By checking this box, I am acknowledging I am filling in the blanks and not changing anything else on the form.

DATED: September 23, 2019 Wesley Parks, #47010 COHEN & COHEN, P.C.

WARNING: ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. IN SOME CASES, A REQUEST FOR A JURY TRIAL MAY BE DENIED PURSUANT TO LAW EVEN THOUGH A JURY FEE HAS BEEN PAID. Legal Notice No.: 523264 First Publication: October 3, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112 Plaintiff: TALLGRASS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation,

Defendants: LISA R. GAYLOR; SPECIALIZED LOAN SERVICING, LLC; CAPITAL ONE BANK USA, NA; SUSAN RYDEN AS PUBLIC TRUSTEE FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; SUE SANDSTROM AS TREASURER FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION. Attorneys for Plaintiff: WINZENBURG, LEFF, PURVIS & PAYNE, LLP Wendy E. Weigler, #28419 Gina C. Botti #42005 Address: 8020 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 300 Littleton, CO 80127 Phone Number: (303) 863-1870 Case Number: 2019CV031697 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT: LISA R. GAYLOR

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 within 35 days after the service of this Summons upon you. Service of the 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.

(3) THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE ONE PARKING AREA NUMBERED 50 AND THE RIGHT OF INGRESS AND EGRESS FROM THE SAID PARKING AREA.

This is an action for judicial foreclosure of an assessment lien in and to the real property situated in Arapahoe County, Colorado, more particularly described on Exhibit A, attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof.

Also known as: 13352 E. Asbury Drive, Aurora, CO 80014.

Dated: October 3, 2019.

Legal Notice No.: 523214 First Publication: September 19, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice COUNTY COURT ARAPAHOE COUNTY - LITTLETON STATE OF COLORADO 1790 W Littleton Blvd, Littleton Colorado 80120 Phone: (303)798-4591 Plaintiff: MARISA A. KAST v.

Defendant: STEPHANIE J. WAGNER Attorney for Plaintiff: Wesley Parks Atty. Reg. No. 47010 1720 South Bellaire Street, Suite 205 Denver, Colorado 80222 Phone: (303) 933-4529 Email: wparks@cohenlawyers.com Case No. 2019C44158 Courtroom: A2 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION

WINZENBURG, LEFF, PURVIS & PAYNE, L.L.P. /s/: Wendy E. Weigler By: Wendy E. Weigler, #28419

This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(h), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure

Exhibit A LOT 55, BLOCK 11, SADDLE ROCK HIGHLANDS FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known as: 3726 S. Nepal Street, Aurora, CO 80013.

Legal Notice No.: 523290 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: November 7, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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46 The Independent Misc. Private Legals Public Notice District Court Arapahoe County, Colorado 7325 S Potomac Street Centennial. CO 80112 In the Matter of the Petition of: Elizabeth and Peter Johnson (name of person seeking to adopt) For the Adoption of a Child Case Number: 19JA20 Division: 22 Courtroom: 22 NOTICE OF HEARING To: Michael Briels and Melissa Briels Pursuant to §19-5-208, C.R.S., you are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioner(s) has/have filed in this Court a verified Petition seeking to adopt a child. lf applicable, an Affidavit of Abandonment has been filed alleging that you have abandoned the child for a period of one year or more and/or have failed without cause to provide reasonable support for the child for one year or more.

You are further notified that an Adoption hearing is set on October 24, 2019 at 3:20PM in the court location identified above.

You are further notified that if you fail to appear for said hearing, the Court may terminate your parental rights and grant the adoption as sought by the Petitioner(s).

Legal Notice No.: 523258 First Publication: October 3, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jeffrey Dean Gnadt, AKA Jeffrey D. Gnadt, AKA Jeffrey Gnadt, AKA Jeff Dean Gnadt, AKA Jeff D. Gnadt, and Jeff Gnadt, Deceased Case Number: 19PR30951

Notice To Creditors

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 February 11, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

John K. Gnadt Personal Representative 9342 Chambray Lane Highlands Ranch, CO 80130 Legal Notice No.: 523270 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Marjorie W. Cervi, a/k/a Marjorie B. Cervi, a/k/a Marjorie Cervi, a/k/a Marge Cervi, Deceased Case Number: 19PR30898 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 February 10, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Virginia A Frazer-Abel Attorney to the Personal Representative 4704 Harlan Street, Suite 250 Denver, CO 80212 Legal Notice No.: 523294 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice

Notice To Creditors

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Amy Irene Hicks, Deceased Case Number: 19PR30643

Public Notice

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before February 28, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Margaret H. Berry, a/k/a Margaret Hartwell Berry, a/k/a Margaret Berry, Deceased Case Number: 2019PR30981 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 FEBRUARY 17, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

CHARLES E. BERRY, II Personal Representative C/O 2000 N. GAYLORD ST. DENVER, CO 80205 Legal Notice No.: 523306 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jack Lintz, Deceased Case Number: 19PR30867 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO on or before February 3rd, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Andrew M. Lintz Personal Representative 10317 Hunterwood Way Highlands Ranch CO 80130 Legal Notice No.: 523266 First Publication: October 3, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of ELAINE B. BENNION, aka ELAINE BENNION, aka ELAINE BLOMGREN BENNION, aka DOROTHY ELAINE BENNION, Deceased Case Number: 2019PR312 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 February 3, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Robert L. Bennion, Personal Representative 3244 Pecos St., Denver, CO 80211 Legal Notice No.: 523267 First Publication: October 3, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jeffrey Dean Gnadt, AKA Jeffrey D. Gnadt, AKA Jeffrey Gnadt, AKA Jeff Dean Gnadt, AKA Jeff D. Gnadt, and Jeff Gnadt, Deceased Case Number: 19PR30951

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 February 11, 2020, or the claims may be forever

Jay Hicks, Personal Representative 9900 East 51st Avenue Denver, Colorado 80238 Legal Notice No.: 523298 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Carolyn M. Martin, a/k/a Carolyn Louise Martin, Deceased Case Number: 2019PR30959 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO on or before February 17, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Steven G. Matthews Personal Representative 10059 Silver Maple Circle Highlands Ranch CO 80129 Legal Notice No.: 523305 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Roland Paul Paluczak, Deceased Case Number: 2019PR31013 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 February 17, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Terry P. Krason Personal Representative 902 S. Palisade Ct. Louisville, CO 80027 Legal Notice No.: 523310 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Paul Joseph Gaertner, Deceased Case Number: 19PR31004 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 February 17, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Cynthia A. Gaertner Personal Representative 4271 Green Court Denver, Colorado 80211 Legal Notice No.: 523311 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before February 10, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Notice To Creditors Public Notice District Court, Arapahoe County, Colorado Court Address: 7325 S Potomac St #100 Centennial, CO 80112 (303) 649-6355 In the Matter of the Estate of: Dana Skudneski, Deceased James D. Thorburn, #21017 Carolyn M. Schaffer, #51623 Thorburn Walker, LLC 5460 S. Quebec St. #310 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Phone Number: (303) 646-3482 FAX Number: (303) 325-3489 E-mail: jthorburn@thorburnwalker.com cthorburn@thorburnwalker.com Counsel for Christopher Barker Case Number: 2014PR030808: Division: 12 NOTICE OF HEARING WITHOUT APPEARANCE PURSUANT TO C.R.P.P. 24 ****** Attendance at this hearing is not required or expected. ******* To all interested persons: A hearing without appearance on the Petition for the Determination of Heirs or Devisees or Both, and of Interests in Property is set at the following date, time, and location: Date: October 24, 2019 Time: 8:00 a.m.

Address: 7325 S Potomac St., Centennial, CO 80112 ***** IMPORTANT NOTICE***** Any interested person wishing to object to the requested action set forth in the attached motion/petition and proposed order must file a written objection with the court on or before the hearing and must furnish a copy of the objection to the person requesting the court order.

JDF 722 (Objection form) is available on the Colorado Judicial Branch website (www.courts.state.co.us). If no objection is filed, the court may take action on the motion/petition without further notice or hearing. If any objection is filed, the objecting party must, within 14 days after filing the objection, contact the court to set the objection for an appearance hearing.

Failure to timely set the objection for an appearance hearing as required will result in further action as the court deems appropriate. [x] By checking this box, I am acknowledging I am filling in the blanks and not changing anything else on the form.

Legal Notice No.: 523309 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Sheila Ann Akers, also known as Sheila Ann Howard, Deceased Case Number: 2019PR30935 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 February 17, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Mason Akers, Personal Representative 1777 Larimer Street, Apt. 1707 Denver, Colorado 80202 Legal Notice No.: 523312 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Ruth Constantine Peterson, aka Ruth Constantine and Ruth Nettesheim, Deceased Case Number: 2019PR30895 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 February 3, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Hans & Jennifer Gullickson Personal Representative 7427 South Clarkson Circle Denver, CO 80122 Legal Notice No: 523252 First Publication: October 3, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Howard L. Shaw, Deceased Case Number: 19 PR 30942 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 February 10, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Irene M. Shaw Personal Representative c/o Patrick A. Schilken, Esq. 7936 E. Arapahoe Court, No. 2800 Centennial, Colorado 80112 Legal Notice No: 523276 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019

Irene M. Shaw Personal Representative c/o Patrick A. Schilken, Esq. 7936 E. Arapahoe Court, No. 2800 Centennial, Colorado 80112

Notice To Creditors

Legal Notice No: 523276 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Steven W. Doak, aka Steve W. Doak, aka Steve Doak, aka Steven Willis Doak, Deceased Case Number: 19 PR 354 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 February 10, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred.

Kyle Doak Personal Representative 5121 Country Squire Way Fort Collins, Colorado 80528 Legal Notice No: 523291 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on September 27, 2019, 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 Deborah Leah Covello be changed to Debbie Leah Watkins Case No.: 19C100798

for Change of Name

October 17, 2019O

Public notice is given on September 23, 2019, 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 Narander be changed to Narander Chaudhary Case No.: 19C100784

Name Changes

By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523260 First Publication: October 3, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on September 27, 2019, 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 Jason Alan Goodridge be changed to Jay Kellight Rains Case No.: 19C100800 By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523272 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on August 30, 2019, 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 Brianna Jordan Owens Opsal be changed to Jordan Owens Opsal Case No.: 19 C 100721 By: E. Leith Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No: 523253 First Publication: October 3, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No: 523271 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public Notice County Court Arapahoe County, Colorado 1790 W. Littleton Blvd.

Littleton, Colorado 80120 In the Matter of the Petition of: Parent/ Petitioner: Cindy Ann Brooks For Minor Child: Ellie Rain Hachenberg To Change the Child’s Name to: Ellie Rain Brooks Case Number: 19 C 100764 NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT

BY PUBLICATION Notice to: Charis Hachenberg, non custodial parent.

Notice is given that a hearing is scheduled as follows: Date: October 30, 2019 Time: 8:30 a.m.

Location: Araphahoe County Court Division A 1790 W. Littleton Blvd.

Littleton, Colorado 80120 For the purpose of requesting a change of name for Ellie Rain Hachenberg At this hearing the Court may enter an order changing the name of the minor child.

To support or voice objection to the proposed name change, you must appear at the hearing.

Date: September 12, 2019 Legal Notice No.: 523228 First Publication: September 26, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on September 30, 2019, 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 Kimberly Brewer be changed to Kimberly Lilith Rains Case No.: 19C100680 By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523273 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on September 23, 2019, 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 Narander be changed to Narander Chaudhary Case No.: 19C100784 By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public notice is given on September 19, 2019, 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 Mark Douglas Gallick be changed to Adrian Mark Gilbert Case No.: 19 C 100774 By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523254 First Publication: October 3, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on September 23, 2019, 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 Samantha Nicole Wingate be changed to Samson Nikolai Wingate Case No.: 19C100786 By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523257 First Publication: October 3, 2019 Last Publication: October 17, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on October 1, 2019, 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 Samuel Dagne Belay be changed to Aba-Nathanael Dagne Belay Case No.: 19 C 100810 By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523283 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on October 2, 2019 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 Natasha Amber Ahmad be changed to Natasha Amber Pennington Case No.: 2019C47452 By: Clerk of Court/Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523289 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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October 17, 2019

THE STREETCAR RETURNS Preservation, city officials work to restore historic trolley

BY KAILYN LAMB KLAMB@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

the Platte River, stopping at locations such as the Downtown Aquarium and the Children’s Museum.

It follows an old bypass track that national trains could use when the rail traffic in Denver was heavy.

When the pavement is stripped on busy roadways, glimpses of the old streetcar line that dominated Denver during much of its early Restoring the .04 days can sometimes be found. They Colorado Preservation Inc.’s paint a picture of a bustling and Endangered Places program focuses growing city not unlike what you’ll on saving historic buildings and find today. resources like the streetcar, said “If you look, there’s remnants Grant. Since it was founded, the deeverywhere,” said Kim Grant, partment has saved 47 sites and has director of the Endangered Places an additional 44 on its “in progress” program of Colorado Preservation list. The Weart’s trolley was first Inc. One example, he said, is the downtown REI building, which used put on the preservation list in 2015.

“These are the kind of sites and to be the power plant for the Denver resources that tell the story of Colo- Aaron Fazzio, left, speaks to a trolley passenger near the South Platte River. The Tramway Company, one of the trolrado’s development,” Grant said. He historic trolley is run by the Denver Tramway Heritage Society. ley systems.

KAILYN LAMB added that the streetcar presented Although the streetcars shut more of a challenge to the organiza- the more modern electric car. Some, its footprint in Denver. For many down as the main way of transporlike the Denver Trolley that runs by of its 31 years, the trolley only ran tation in 1950, several organizations tion since it was once a vehicle and on weekends and was run almost the Platte River downtown, ran on not a building. Finding people to and metro area residents are workentirely by volunteers. About five an electric-diesel engine. restore a historic item like that can ing to preserve their history. years ago, the nonprofit expanded For Ryan Keeney, the streetcar also be tricky.

Colorado Preservation Inc. and become an obsession. Keeny said he its trolley services to five days a Susanna Weart said they also Friends of the .04 Trolley held an week during the summer season, had always been interested in land worked to get the car put on the event recently to raise funds for Yazzie-Mintz said. They also added use and how it was used for transstate’s register of historic places. their restoration efforts of the last a seasonal staff. portation. While working toward The Friends of the .04 would also trolley to run from Denver to ArThe organization received a little his master’s in Geographic Inforlike to have it put on the national vada. The .04 is the streetcar model more funding this year as well. The mation Systems at the University list. of this specific trolley.

Scientific and Cultural Facilities of Denver, a professor suggested Grant was working for the city “This was the last car to ever District, which provides grants to Keeney look into the streetcars. of Arvada in 2014 when the Wearts run through Arvada,” said Walter The suggestion became a capstone nonprofits around the state through started to bring people together Weart, president of Friends of the project: an in-depth map of the to restore the car. Several people .04. “We have documentation that tax funds, upped Denver Tramway streetcar system that eventually joined together to form the Friends showed it arrived on July 2nd after Heritage Society’s grant from $8,000 grew to all of Denver and reached of the .04. midnight when the other cars quit to $11,000 this year, Yazzie-Mintz out to the suburbs. The streetcar Staff at the city of Arvada wrote the day before.” said. system eventually had 250 miles of and received a State Historical Those funds mostly go back into Weart bought the streetcar 15 track and around 100 trolleys.

Fund grant for $200,000. The groups years ago. He and his wife Susanna the trolleys, he added. Recently, the To Keeney, the streetcar system’s are trying to raise an additional had spent the last several years company had to rewind its trolley’s legacy is the Regional Transporta$200,000 for the project through renovating street and train cars, engine, which cost around $30,000. tion District. Denver Tramway Corevents and a GoFundMe page. including a caboose.

Parts for the historic cars can also poration continued to run the city’s Grant estimated that it will take be hard to find.

But the Wearts’ restoration efforts transit system after the streetcars eight months to restore the street“There’s no AAA for trolleys,” fell through, and since then it’s were discontinued in 1950. The car. Once it is completed it will be Yazzie-Mintz joked. been sitting in storage. organization ceased operations 21 put on display somewhere in Old But keeping the history alive is During the event, members of Aryears later, when the city took over Towne Arvada. Grant said a final important. Yazzie-Mintz said that vada City Council and the Friends under the name Denver Metro Tran- many of the volunteers that kept place has not been decided on, but of the .04 took a ride the on the sit. Voters approved the creation of most groups are hopeful it will Denver Trolley, run by the Denver the Denver Trolley going was due to RTD in 1974. be in an area where the streetcar Tramway Heritage Society, a nontheir passion for the streetcar sysThe expansion of the trolley tracks used to bring the trolleys in profit that also works to preserve tem. The trolleys give you “a sense lines built entire neighborhoods in from Denver. the history of the streetcar line. of the history of the city,” he added. the city, Keeney said, calling them “Until the ‘30s, that was the main With the city investing in new To Ethan Yazzie-Mintz, president “micro-transportation districts.” of the board of the tramway society, way to get from downtown Denver light rail systems, Yazzie-Mintz said Yazzie-Mintz agreed, adding that toPUBLIC Arvada, and back,” Grant said. the streetcars give you an idea of it’s interesting to see the state going NOTICE the expansion into the suburbs alwhat life was like in Denver’s earliback to train tracks. The trolleys Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name lowed people to live out there and Streetcar history est days. were the transportation of Denver’s PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice is given October 8, 2019, that a still get into the city for work.

Theonstreetcar system started with “It was a city that was built on past, but the still seem to influence Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has Notice of Petition forThe Change of Name Tramway Heritage been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

Denver horse-drawn trolleys in Public the 1872. the future, he said. rail,” he said.

Public notice isto given on Society September 13, 2019, has been trying to expand thethesystem “This trolley really bridges that.”

The Denver Trolley runs along The petition Then, requests that name of was converted PUBLIC NOTICE

Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on October 8, 2019, 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 Durga Maya Sanyasi be changed to Maya Chhetri Case No.: 19 C 100824 By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523301 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Durga Maya Sanyasi be changed to Maya Chhetri Case No.: 19 C 100824

Name Changes

By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No: 523301 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on September 13, 2019, 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 Vicki Ann Peterson be changed to Victoria Ann Peterson Case No.: 19 C 100747 Shana Kloek, Clerk of Court By: E. Leith, Deputy Clerk

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 Vicki Ann Peterson be changed to Victoria Ann Peterson Case No.: 19 C 100747

Name Changes

Shana Kloek, Clerk of Court By: E. Leith, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523307 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on October 10, 2019, 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 Brenda Lee Scranton be changed to Kensington Scranton Case No.: 19 C 100831

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Name Changes

Public notice is given on October 10, 2019, 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 Brenda Lee Scranton be changed to Kensington Scranton Case No.: 19 C 100831 By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523319 First Publication: October 17, 2019 Last Publication: October 31, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on October 2, 2019 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Name Changes

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on October 2, 2019 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 Violetta Startis be changed to Violetta Startis Mkrtichian Case No.: 2019C100812 By: Clerk of Court/Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 523293 First Publication: October 10, 2019 Last Publication: October 24, 2019 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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