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THIS LOCAL NEWSPAPER CELEBRATING 22 YEARS! Modern Homesteading

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odern what? You ask!

Who is homesteading in Colorado? I’ll tell you who!

Loraine and Allen Stabe-aka Rainy and Scooter. I know you will find this hard to believe, but this couple has a homestead that is just ten minutes from my house in Firestone. I found it quite by accident as I was scrolling on my Facebook pages. I read they were having a ‘farmer’s market’ on this particular Saturday so I decided to head over and see what it was all about. Wow! Just WOW! What a treat! As I drove up to the homestead that sits on a plateau at 10103 CR 22, I encountered goats, free-range chickens, ducks and a smiling Rainy who

was eager to welcome me.

Scooter grew up in Longmont and was coach for Niwot High School for several years. Rainy and her eight siblings grew up on a farm in Kansas where they produced their own food: butter, eggs, milk, beef, pork, chickens, fresh vegetables, homemade breads, pies, cakes, cookies, candies, etc. so homesteading was a natural fit for her. She also learned to fly a single-engine plane and was a snowboarder for 16 years. However her early professional career was in business technology. She worked as a technical management consultant, but decided that wasn’t the life she wanted so she traded her snowboarding for homesteading.

Four years ago the couple bought a parcel of land with a large empty house sitting on it. Rainy said the outlying grasses and weeds had taken over the property.

Everything looked so hopeless their family and friends asked if they were sure they knew what they were doing. The couple assured them they could see the potential for what it could be with some elbow grease and hard work. They have brought life back into it and made it a beautiful place. The

views from it are amazing and the setting is ever so peaceful. Rainy began selling baked goods and eggs at the property and at local markets in September, 2019.

Their business is known as Firestone Ranch, Inc.; but they added dba Modern Homesteading to bring more awareness that a working homestead actually exists just minutes away from town. They began hosting monthly markets this past January which will continue through April featuring baked goods, eggs, honey, essential oil soaps, and the prettiest handmade aprons.

Rainy is a seasoned chef and baker. Her Blueberry/Lemon Breakfast Bread will make your palate say, “Hello” and “More, please!” And the sourdough bread and huge cinnamon rolls are the best ever! All of her baked goods are sold with a 100% satisfaction or your money-back guarantee. Guests can gather eggs, feed the chickens, ducks and Nubian Dairy Goats. In April they are expecting 3-4 baby goats (kids) and guests will have the opportunity to bottle feed these babies!

Scheduled dates and hours of operation are: March 27 and April 24 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and on the first and third Saturdays

from May 1-Oct 31 from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. The March and April markets will feature ShortD’s Coffee Roasters selling their custom small batch roasted coffee beans, fresh brewed coffee, cocoa bombs and other beverages. If you are a vendor and are interested in participating in this Homestead Farmer’s Market email scooter. rainy@gmail.com or call 303.243.4280.

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Vol. 22, Issue 3

What's OnMy Mind Kelly Martindale, Publisher

Who Doesn’t Love Chuck Norris

By Movieguide® Staff (Guest Editorial)

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ollywood legend Chuck Norris recently called into question people’s moral compass regarding the sanctity of human life.

In an op-ed published at the beginning of the year, Norris responded to a report released in April 2020 by the Angus Reid Institute. The survey showed that a mere 26% of its 1,528 respondents described abortion as “always” or “usually” morally wrong. However, Norris’ article highlights an even more disturbing statistic: 51% of respondents said it is “always” or “usually” morally wrong to use plastic straws or cutlery.

“It’s crazy sometimes what modern humans value over human life. Case in point, plastic straws,” Norris, 80, wrote. “Am I missing something? Do you value bamboo straws more than human life? In the womb?”

Although the Angus Reid Institute is a Canadian firm, Norris dispelled any notion that Americans did not share the survey’s views.

“Some might retort that the Angus Reid poll surveyed Canadians’ views, not Americans. However, do we really expect U.S. poll percentages on the issue to be any different than our northern neighbors, especially since America legalized

abortions 15 years earlier than Canada’s legalization, in 1988?” Norris questioned.

Norris continued: “Thomas Jefferson explained in the founding of our country that preserving human value and life was government’s primary role: ‘The care of human life and happiness, and not their destruction, is the first and only legitimate object of good government.’

(We pray a Biden administration would keep Jefferson’s wisdom in mind instead of expand access to abortion as is expected.)”

Norris pointed not only to the Declaration of Independence but also to the ultimate moral standard, God’s Word.

“The enduring value of humans is echoed in the Bible in Psalm 139: ‘For You, God, created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother’s womb.

I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well,’” Norris quoted.

Norris maintained that while humans should work towards civil discourse among each other, the safety of the unborn should be a primary concern.

“It is staggering to think that, since 1973, over 62 million Americans have lost their lives in the womb due

Chuck Norris: ‘Do You Value Bamboo Straws More Than Human Life?’

to being aborted or terminated by their parent,” Norris said. “As long as Americans are relearning how to respect and get along with one another and even agree to disagree agreeably, maybe it’s high time we reevaluated the worth we give to the voiceless in wombs, too.”

Norris added: “Whether in the U.S. Capital or in cities across every state of our union, we shouldn’t justify violence to humans outside the womb or inside the womb. Instead, we should esteem all human life from conception to the grave.”

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aster Celebration is planned (weather and COVID permitting) for Grandview Church at the Mead Town Hall Park at 10 am. If weather makes outdoors unadvisable, there are plans to hold multiple indoor gatherings at the Mercantile, 4340 Highway 66. Reservations will be necessary and the link will be provided as needed. Keep updated at www.grandviewchurchmead.org or www.facebook.com/grandviewchurchmead.

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Just as Spring promises growth and change, so does life. Change requires growth.

Growth can be painful, and safe places are needed in order to be refreshed for the journey ahead. St Brigit invites you to such a place, where you can indulge in a time of spiritual sanctuary and renewal in celebration of the Vernal Equinox.

St. Brigit’s Vernal Equinox celebration is a part of its Áit Caol series. Áit Caol (pro-nounced atch qweel) is Gaelic for “A Thin Place.” These quarterly services are created to offer guests an experience of God through a unique liturgy, which combines ancient tradition with contemporary language. They include specially designed and engaging meditation areas, which bring scripture to life, and ethereal music.

Ancient people marked this day with thanksgiving for the return of light and warmth.

Spring promised rebirth and hope. In the Christian Church, the Vernal Equinox is significant in that it is used in determining the date of Easter, the first Sunday following the first full moon after the Equinox.

Visit www.stbrigit.org or www.facebook.com/StBrigit for more information.

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These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Longmont area a great place to live, work and play.

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Absolutely. However, it will still allow us the opportunities to connect, strengthen our collective progress and keep the common purpose of our community at the forefront.

Community always begins and ends with the people. Whether it is in an organization like your Fire District or a regional based area like Carbon Valley. The core of a community is its human members working together with purpose. I personally feel like this is something that has not only become harder in recent years but almost impossible in 2020, and rightfully so

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Twice a year, the District reminds our citizens of the simple life-saving habit of changing and detectors, please contact us testing the batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide immediately. We would be glad to detectors when setting your clocks forward for daylight come assist you and help you add savings time on March 14. The National Fire Protection a level of safety within your home, Association reports that 71% of smoke alarms which failed at no charge. You may contact us to operate had missing, disconnected, or dead batteries. through our website at www.fffd.

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Re-Elect Army Veteran, Brian McCormick to United Power Board

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t has been an honor to serve you on the United Power Board since 2009. I have worked collaboratively with our excellent team to deliver strong results for you. I am seeking reelection to the board because I continue to have a passion for service to our members and I believe United Power’s future holds great opportunity.

United Power is recognized as a leader among cooperatives in Colorado and across the Nation. Over 5,700 of our members have collectively installed 35 megawatts of distributed, member owned/ controlled generation. We strive to support member choices while ensuring financial stability and fairness for all members.

In the future, technology, renewable resources and consumer wishes will

continue to be strong forces of change for all electric utilities.

Through the hard work of our great team, United Power is well positioned to embrace these changes as opportunities instead of potential disasters.

Providing your electric service in a safe, reliable and affordable manner is our priority at United Power. Our new Carbon Valley service center on I25 has greatly increased our responsiveness in serving members.

We have invested significantly in upgrades, rebuilds and new technology across our system to provide ever more reliable service. The excellence and dedication of our team in operating this system has led to ever increasing reliability over the past five years even as we’ve added tens of thousands of new members.

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Our team is focused on evolving our relationship with Tri-State, our power supplier, in an effort to lower costs.

Ultimately, we aim to reduce rates for electric service and thereby make your electric bill more affordable. Providing more value for each dollar your family or business spends for electric power is fundamental to me. I understand that every dollar saved on your electric bill provides you opportunity to spend on other priorities.

I am self-employed as an investor.

Over my years of service, I’ve been honored to have previously served as Chairman and Vice-Chairman of our board. My professional history includes over a decade of service in the United States Army. I worked many years in information technology for the cities of Boulder, Greeley and Thornton. My education includes a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University and an MBA from Colorado State University. I regularly participate in electric cooperative and industry courses on issues of governance and industry change.

My family is the joy and purpose of my life. My wife Jill and I and our children, Allison and James, live in Frederick. We love our Carbon Valley community.

I humbly ask for your vote. I am always available to visit with you about United Power, my vision for our future, or any other questions. b@brianamccormick. com 720-652-9148

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Mead processes building permits.  Responsible Growth: The FedEx will be conducting improvements to the offramps at Welker Avenue & I-25 intersection this spring. The Ziggi’s Coffee development team is finalizing the site plan for their new headquarters. The Agfinity demolition has been completed and their building plans are currently under review.  Reliable Infrastructure: The Town received a $500,00 Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Fund grant to be used for the Mead Public Works Facility. The 7,500 square feet public works facility will be located on a 20-acre, town-owned parcel along Weld County Road 34 and will house all public works and engineering staff.  Public Safety: The Town-wide speed limit study was presented to the Board of Trustees with recommendations for changes. The Public Works sand shed is completed and will protect ice-slicer from weather elements so our crew can react

quickly and effective to snow and ice hazards.  Fiscal Stability: The Town has received multiple proposals to provide municipal auditing services and for our Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements. Proposals are currently under review. Our Building Department recently implemented CommunityConnect, which significantly reduces staff time, permit processing time, and allows fees to be paid by credit card.  Connected Community: The Parks & Recreation Community guide provides a detailed list of all recreation, youth sports, and events planned for 2021. View the https://www.calameo.com/ digital guide here: read/006566550a12a046c8b4b. We continue to offer senior to-go meals every Thursday through Weld County Friendly Forks. Subscribe to our monthly Mead Messenger and email notifications: www.townofmead.org/newsletter/ subscriptions. If you are new to Mead, check out our Resident Information webpage!

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our community. But, the level of community concern our officers carry was eye-opening. Learning and hearing about our officer’s role in protecting life, liberty, and property was admirable.  Seeing our officers assisting our citizens and businesses with a sincere heart through education, advice, and community involvement made me beam with pride. Through community policing, our FPD cares about you and is watching out for you.

They exemplify the philosophy that authority is not a power; it is a responsibility. Thank you to the FREDerick Police Department for being who you are, the ride-along, and the reminder of how impactful you are to our community.  Congratulations to Justin Glantz for being promoted to Police Commander! As well as to Matt James and Aaron Herbert for being promoted to the rank of Sergeant! Professional growth and career development aside, I am happy for you, and I am happy for Frederick.

 The City of Dacono annually offers a college/ vocational training scholarship program to a graduating Dacono high school student. Students can attend any high school, but must reside in the City of Dacono. Historically, the scholarships have ranged from $500-$1,000 depending upon the number of qualifying applicants. The application deadline is April 2, 2021. Applications and eligibility information are available through local high school guidance counselors.

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 Highlights:

•Ziggi’s Coffee has selected Mead as the new home for their World Headquarters.

•Mead received a $500,000 grant to be used for building our new Public Works Facility.

•Our Parks & Recreation Community Guide is published highlighting all recreation and events planned for 2021.

•CommunityConnect platform has transformed the way

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 Happy “We March to the beat of our own drum month”, Frederick! For this, I am proud to share what we are up to in Fred this spring.  Faced with challenges last year, we tried a landfill voucher program for Clean Up Days, and it worked! Building on this success, Town of Frederick residents can get a voucher for one free trip to the Front Range Landfill during April. For more details about the voucher, year-round tree limb disposal, electronic

FIRESTONE MAYOR, BOBBI SINDELAR

 Is it spring yet? I’m looking forward to some warmer days and the Colorado sunshine.

2021 continues to be a busy year; we have a lot going on, and I encourage you to stay up-to-date by signing up for updates from the Town at www.firestoneco. gov/notifyme and following us on social media. A few notable updates for this month:

gov/CleanUpDays.  The Town of Frederick Scholarship application is now live! Each year the scholarship commission invites high school seniors, who are Frederick residents, to apply for an on-going scholarship to their chosen college or trade school. Applicants are asked to complete the application form and write a short essay describing what “Built On What Matters” means to them and how their continued education will personify the Frederick brand. If you are a senior or know a senior to nominate, read more at FrederickCO.gov/Scholarship.  Frederick is a safe community where people can live, work and thrive. Being neighborly and kind is the Frederick way, and leading by example are our men and women in blue.

Recently, I had the sincere pleasure to do a ride-along with one of our Frederick Police Officers. I am never surprised by this department’s integrity, dedication, and positive contributions to  Through the State’s Small Business Relief (SBR) Program, the Town of Firestone awarded 11 Firestone businesses that qualified a total of $53,500 in relief! Funding was available to select industries that suffered at least a 20% reduction in profits during the pandemic. For more information on other resources for small businesses, please visit www.firestoneco.gov/ COVID19_Biz.  We hope to see you at the Annual Meet & Greet hosted by the Firestone Police Department on Thurs, Mar 25, at the Police Department & Municipal Court Facility from 6-8 p.m.

This event allows community members to meet their local and county government officials, town staff, and other community groups to discuss concerns and issues relevant to the region.  The Board continues to meet about the Central Park Master Plan Project during our Work Sessions, held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. I invite the public to join us, we want

 City Hall is open by appointment only for services that cannot be completed online or by phone. In order to follow public health guidelines, City Hall staff continues to work following a hybrid in-person and remote schedule. All City departments are open and operating during normal business hours. Go to CityofDacono.com to schedule an appointment.

your input and you to be a part of the decision-making process.

Visit www.firestoneco.gov/CentralPark for more information.  We have 2 more Virtual Chat with a Trustee events in March. These events provide a great opportunity to speak with Firestone’s elected officials and staff, ask questions and discuss issues or concerns related to the Town of Firestone. Join us on Wed, Mar 3 and Wed, Mar 31 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. For more information and log-in details, please visit www.firestoneco. gov/chat.  Thank you for your support. It is an honor to be your Mayor.  Mayor Bobbi Sindelar

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In a continued effort to bolster trauma-responsive and specialized training for new foster and kinship providers, the Weld County Department of Human Services’ Child Welfare division has initiated greater involvement from certified foster families and former foster youth to share their personal experience and advice with potential foster parents and new trainees. This results in greater success for the new providers to build specialized skills needed to care for children and youth who have experienced trauma and toxic stress related to abuse and neglect.

Weld County’s Child Welfare division has been on a track to improve the quality and effectiveness of training for foster and kinship care providers. Beginning in late 2020, they also transitioned to the National Training and Development Curriculum (NTDC), a training program which is based on research and input from experts and families with experience with fostering or adopting children, as well as from former foster and adoptive youth. NTDC also provides ongoing training and skills-development platforms that foster and kinship providers can access throughout their involvement with children and youth needing foster and kinship services.

“The voices of those with real-life experience, whether as children needing services or as foster or kinship parents providing care, are a vital piece of the puzzle when it comes to equipping families for success,” said Denise Suniga, Child Welfare Resource Manager.

“In Weld County, we are dedicated to giving voices to these experiences from the very first informational meeting for prospective foster families all the way down the line.”

Learn more about fostering in Weld County by visiting www.weldgov.com/go/fostercare.

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Colorado Department of Transportation has some great information on their website including tips for driving in the snow, winter driving preparedness, road conditions, and you can even track snowplows! For more information visit https://www.codot.gov and https://www. codot.gov/travel/winter-driving As a reminder March 14 is Daylight saving, remember to check your smoke alarm batteries and change your clocks!

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What's Going OnIN FREDERICK Round 2 Town of Frederick Business Recovery Plan

Round two applications are now open for the Town of Frederick Business Recovery Plan. Do you own a business with a physical address within Town limits, have existed since at least January 2, 2020, and employ thirty-five (35) or fewer employees? Is your business in good standing with Town permits, licenses, fees, and taxes? Are you able to document a demonstrable hardship from closure, dramatic reduction in operations, or revenue loss from government restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic? We encourage you to apply for a grant and show us how funding will support your continued operations in Frederick. Apply by March 19, 2021, at FrederickCO.gov/BusinessRecoveryPlan.

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Scholarships for Graduating Seniors

Do you know a graduating senior that lives in Frederick? The Town of Frederick Scholarship application deadline is approaching! The scholarship is payable at two thousand dollars ($2,000) per year for the first four years of college. Applications are due no later than April 2 at 5 pm.

You can also nominate a student for the scholarship. Complete the nomination form no later than March 26. Learn more at FrederickCO.gov/Scholarship.

2022 Calendar Photo Contest

We want to know “What Matters to You” for the 2022 Calendar Photo Contest. The Town will showcase local photographers in a full-sized, 12-month calendar that will be sent to Frederick residents and businesses. Photographers can submit their photos by completing the online submission form. Photos are due by 11:59 p.m. on October 3, 2021. Pictured here is a photo submission for the 2021 calendar by Tim A. Be sure to read the rules of the contest and submit your photo today.

Spring Clean Up Days

The Landfill Voucher Program is back for Spring 2021. Town of Frederick residents can use a voucher for one free trip to the Front Range Landfill (1830 Weld County Road 5, Erie, CO 80516) during April 2021. The official voucher is provided by the Town of Frederick and will be available beginning Monday, March 15, through Friday, April 30. Get all the details for the voucher, electronics recycling, tree limb disposal, and senior item pickup.

Rental Assistance Funds Available

Do you need help paying rent? Weld County Government has received $9,765,398 to assist eligible county residents who are struggling to pay their rent and utilities in the wake of COVID-19. the Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance program will be administered through the Department of Human Services (DHS) to eligible households who apply for assistance. See eligibility requirements and apply online for the Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance program.

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COVID-19 restrictions, the process Send one email to carbonvalley@gmail.com and be included FREE. SEND: be diff erent bin/bucket and some locations have prize when someone finds Business Name Business Address Business Phone changed. a duck) and one person wins a $50Email Your Name Website The program at Aims has grown to All Social Media addresses so we can tag you and share you! serve gift 1,000certificate. to 1,500 taxpayers per year, with the help of IRS-certified students and community volunteers. This year all visitors and volunteers on campus will be asked to follow COVID-19 safety protocols, including wearing a mask. Procedures have been updated to allow for social distancing, and appointments are required at some locations.

Taxpayers who earn $57,000 gross annually or less are eligible for tax preparation help. For more information about getting help filing, including making an appointment and learning what paperwork is needed to file, visit aims.co/ FreeTaxHelp.

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Carbon Valley Insurance offers Notary Services in Frederick at 630 Main Street, Unit C. Call 303.833.3640 and ask for Nicole for more information. You may email carbonvalleyins@hotmail.com or see their website at www.carbonvalleyinsurance.com.

Meal Assistance for Seniors The Weld County Area Agency on Aging opened two temporary drive up TAKEOUT locations for the Friendly Fork Senior Nutrition Program which serves nutritious lunches to seniors.

Reservations are required and must be made by 11:30 am the business day prior by calling the Friendly Fork hotline at 970-400-6955 and leaving a message with your name, phone number and which location. You may also email that information to FriendlyFork@ weldgov.com.

You must be at least 60 years of age or a spouse of a person at least 60 years of age.

Suggested donation: $4 South County Location on Tuesday/Thursday at Carbon Valley Senior Center across from the Recreation Center, at 6615 Frederick Way in Frederick. To-go boxes will be served at 11:30 am. Please share this with any seniors who would benefit from this program. If you are a senior or know one who needs help accessing other food resources call 970-400-6132.

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Aims Community College is one of the most progressive two-year colleges in Colorado. Founded more than 50 years ago in Greeley, Aims has since established locations in Fort Lupton, Loveland and Windsor.

Curriculum now includes 4,000 day, evening, weekend and online courses annually in more than 200 degree and certificate programs. Aims Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Aims Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution. www.aims.edu

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Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the process will be different and some locations have changed.

The program at Aims has grown to serve 1,000 to 1,500 taxpayers per year, with the help of IRS-certified students and community volunteers. This year all visitors and volunteers on campus will be asked to follow COVID-19 safety protocols, including wearing a mask. Procedures have been updated to allow for social distancing, and appointments are required at some locations.

Taxpayers who earn $57,000 gross annually or less are eligible for tax preparation help. For more information about getting help filing, including making an appointment and learning what paperwork is needed to file, visit aims.co/FreeTaxHelp.

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ead residents will soon be waking up to the aroma of freshly roasted espresso beans and other artisan delicacies.

Ziggi’s Coffee is breaking ground in Old Town on its new world headquarters, which boasts over 8,000 squarefeet of office and training space, a ground floor café with al fresco seating and a single-lane drive-thru for that quick caffeine fix. Proposed at the busy northeast corner of Welker and 3rd St, Ziggi’s stylish new digs will sport a fresh take on traditional architecture with three stories of richly hued masonry construction adorned with modern hardwood accents. The project is the latest contribution to ongoing revitalization efforts that are transforming the downtown area.

“It was very important to us to bring our headquarters home and contribute to the infrastructure of Mead” said Brandon Knudsen, co-founder of Ziggi’s Coffee and long-time Mead resident. “We believe it will provide a great value to our community and much needed amenities. We shouldn’t have to drive 40 minutes to get a cup of coffee. Teachers will be able to stop by on a quick break and being able to bike to work is certainly a plus”, said Knudsen. The company prides itself on family values, quality products, and customer satisfaction.

Founded in 2004, the Colorado-based company is on a mission to improve the standard of service within the coffee shop industry.

Ziggi’s specializes in a variety of great-tasting coffee and unique food items and are determined to provide fast and friendly service.

The company was recently ranked a top franchise in the Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and has continued to push forward to bring new franchises, open new locations and exceed milestones for growth. Ziggi’s Coffee has 29 open locations in five states and 66 additional units under development. They have sold a total of 88 franchise stores and are looking at Mead headquarters to be the epicenter of planning for future Ziggi’s Coffee shops, training of new franchisees, and facilitating company growth. The headquarters is anticipated to bring over 20 full-time positions and a revolving door of new trainees.

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As the validity of neuromarketing becomes established, marketers still struggle with it: Is it worth the investment (ROI)? What tools are most useful?

How can it be done well? Some of the experiments have been as innocuous as observing where the eyes go first on a website and how long they linger before moving on to the next area. Others raise huge ethical red flags concerning privacy and emotional manipulation.

Some companies are already under scrutiny for running experiments without user consent—such as when Facebook manipulated nearly 700,000 users’ mood states in 2012 by altering their newsfeeds without informing them.

Although this may become a new way of learning and being more effective in marketing, the old fashioned ways of building relationships slowly over time with consumers will always win. Why? The businesses that take the time to build trust and respect understand how imperative RELATIONSHIP is. How are you working to build relationship with your customers?

For a Face to Face consultation about how to use Facebook to grow your business, call Jennie Poppenger at 303.518.0089 or email FacetoFace@q.com.

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What's Going OnIN ERIE Erie Hires Director of Communications and Community Engagement

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he Town of Erie would like to announce the addition of a Director of Communications & Community Engagement to the organization. This position was approved and funded by the Board of Trustees with the 2021 budget. The position was posted for one month on October 13, 2020, and has been filled by Gabi Rae as of Feb. 1, 2021.

Rae, known formerly as Gabi Boerkircher, is coming to the Town of Erie after eight years working in communications with the Boulder County Commissioners’ Office. She worked on many comprehensive communication and engagement projects, including flood response and recovery, recreational sport shooting, fire response, and recovery, updating organizational guiding values, and most recently, coronavirus response.

“Erie is a rapidly growing community with so much change and optimism in its future,” Rae said. “I can’t wait to work with the incredible staff at the Town to engage with residents and share ideas for how we can all grow and succeed together.”

Adding to her local government experience, Rae previously worked as a News Designer for Prairie Mountain Publishing (which includes the Boulder Daily Camera, Longmont Times-Call, and Loveland Reporter). She earned her M.S. degree in Organizational Leadership and her Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from CU Boulder,

and her Master’s Certificate in Publishing from the University of Denver.

As Director of Communications & Community Engagement, Rae will work closely with Town staff to expand and improve Erie’s communication and engagement strategies, both internally and externally. In 2021, among the engagement efforts, she will lead are auditing existing communications and engagement to identify ways to improve, updating the comprehensive plan, evaluating trash, recycling, and composting options, among many other priorities.

To fill this new position the Town used a rigorous process and an evaluation team consisting of department directors and other senior staff, staff from departments with heavy public interactions, and representatives from other local governments.

Seventy-five people submitted applications for the position and Director Rae rose to the top based on the strength of her application materials and on the evaluation team’s assessment of her performance during a traditional panel interview, a mock press conference, a timed writing assignment, and a oneon-one interview with the Town Administrator, all conducted virtually.

“Having run the evaluation gauntlet with professionalism, style, poise, and demonstrated expertise, I am sure Gabi will be a tremendous asset to the Town,” said Town Administrator Malcolm Fleming.

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What's Going OnIN DACONO #CONQUERKIDSCANCER at Daylight Donuts March 14

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he City of Dacono is seeking an individual to fill a Maintenance I or II position.

This position performs a variety of maintenance, repair and construction work on public facilities and projects.

For more information or to apply, go to https://www.cityofdacono.com/923/

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100% of funds raised will be donated for Children’s Cancer Research and Treatment.

You can collect donations from friends and family to sponsor your head shave, or simply collect monetary donations for the foundation.

If you want to be recognized by St Baldrick’s with a foundation t-shirt, contact Danielle Allour (303-833-2009) for help in setting up a page for collecting those donations from friends and family. Walk Admission up participants are welcome. We are asking Canned food or a minimum of $20 for Onsight shaves. See Non-perishable Updates/Details www.facebook.com/DaylightDonutsofDacono our fundraiser page at www.stbaldricks. food items for org/fundraisers/mypage/4231/2021. You New Horizon Come Meet Some Local Retired can donate directly online and show your Church & Active Duty Military receipt for a shave, or pay onsight with cash, check or Venmo.

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You Have the Power to Prevent a Fall

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alls are the leading cause of injury, hospital admissions and even death among the older adults. According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), one out of every four Americans aged 65 and older falls every year.

While older adults are much more likely to fall, they are also far more likely to incur injuries such as a broken hip or head trauma. The good news is that there are several things that can assist in mitigating the risk of falls.

First, we must understand the factors that contribute to the reason seniors fall so much more frequently than younger people.

1. Physical Fitness Decline. Many adults become less active as they get older, which exacerbates the physical effects of aging. Failure to engage in even mild exercise on a regular basis results in reduced muscle strength, decreased bone mass, loss of balance and coordination, and reduced flexibility.

2. Impaired Vision. Age-related eye diseases and a general decline in vision can make it difficult, if not impossible, to detect fall hazards, such as steps, puddles and thresholds.

3. Medications. A wide variety of medications can increase a senior’s risk of falling.

Side-effects, such as drowsiness, dizziness and low blood pressure, can all contribute to an accident. Sedatives, anti-depressants, anti-psychotics, opioids and some cardiovascular drugs are the most common culprits.

4. Environmental Hazards. The majority of falls in the elderly population occur in or around seniors’ homes. Environmental factors such as poor lighting, clutter, areas of disrepair, loose carpets, slick floors and lack of safety equipment can jeopardize a senior’s safety in their home.

5. Behavioral Hazards. A person’s fall risk is influenced by their unique lifestyle and behaviors. This includes the types of activities they engage in, the level of physical demand these activities require, and their willingness and ability to adapt their routine for enhanced safety. Failing to modify behaviors to account for new or increasing difficulties is a serious, yet common, contributing factor for falls in older individuals.

Most often, a fall occurs due to a combination of more than one of these reasons. As a result, it can lead to a serious, possibly life-threatening injury. Even if a loved one is lucky to escape a fall uninjured, the experience can leave them shaken. The fear of falling again can cause them to withdraw and become more sedentary, which often leads to further physical and even mental decline.

Participants in the TRU PACE program have access to a great many services which can mitigate these risks and keep your loved ones safe and independent in their own home.

TRU PACE is finding creative ways, during this pandemic, to continue to encourage its participants to exercise and stay physically fit, keeping good balance in mind. To that end, PACE participants can attend a virtual Zoom balance exercise class that combines exercises and cognitive challenges in an effort to improve overall balance. Studies show that when balance exercises are combined with a cognitive challenge (called dual tasking, where you are doing something with your brain and body at the same time), there is improvement in overall balance more quickly than when working on only a balance exercise. The overall result assists older adults in a much higher level of safety from falls.

TRU PACE offers assistance with managing vision appointments and direction and medication education. PACE participants work with the medical staff to insure and optimize all vision and medical direction.

Also, TRU PACE coordinators visit the participant’s home and assist with identifying and removing environmental hazards as well as educating older adults on how particular behaviors can be adjusted to reduce the likelihood of falls.

TRU PACE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly. The program is designed to help seniors age gracefully while remaining in their own home.

The program offers numerous benefits such as coordinated health care, transportation, social services, in home care and more. The end result is the program is in constant and regular interaction with their participants.

To learn more about the TRU PACE program and review all eligibility requirements, please visit www.pace.

Cathleen Aram trucare.org or call an enrollment specialist at TRU PACE Business Development 303-926-4745.

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Talk of the Town: Mercantile Exchange & Provisions

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Owner/Meat Cutter is Kory Hanson. The phone # is 970.

535.4066, location is 4340 Hwy 66, Mead, CO 80504.

Free Food Tuesday

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he “FREE FOOD TUESDAY” (free food giveaway) is held every Tuesday of every week in the parking lot of New Horizons Christian Church, 701 Carbondale Drive, Dacono, CO 80514 (the corner of Hwy. 52 and Forest Ave.), from approximately 1:45 to 3:00pm each week (advertised from 2:00-3:00pm). The church has graciously donated their space to help facilitate this distribution.

This program is in conjunction with the Weld Food Bank who has been providing much needed food since the approximate beginning of fall, 2020, and will continue throughout 2021 as long as there is a need for those affected by the pandemic.

This program is in addition to the Weld Food Bank Mobile Pantry which distributes food in the church’s parking lot the first (1st) and fourth (4th) Thursday of each month.

I am part of a volunteer team that is at the church’s parking lot from 1:45 to 3:00 pm every Tuesday. If the weather is inclement, the church has also been gracious to let us use an area right inside the church for people to come in and, basically, “shop” for food.

One of the volunteers, Stan Owens, travels each Tuesday morning to the Weld Food Bank in Greeley to pick-up the food for that day. Once he arrives back in Dacono, we assemble at the church and set-up tables of the food for anyone in the Tri-Town area to come and partake. Each week a variety of items are provided for the public. This is open to all residents in our communities. There are no ID checks, income checks, and we do not turn anyone away from this service. We provide grocery bags for them to put their items in and help them carry items to their cars, if needed.

The “FREE FOOD TUESDAY” event is advertised on NextDooor every week that reaches over 18 neighborhoods in the area.

We have all been truly blessed to be able to provide this service to those in need. In fact, we have had residents throughout the communities, who have personally donated other food items for distribution as well. The response has been great and we serve approximately 20 vehicles per week. As more and more learn about this service, it’s been an honor and pleasure to be able to serve as many as are possible.

The volunteer team is Stan, Andy, Rickey, Nancy and Kathy.

Please let your readers know this service is free and to please share with others.

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Honor Student Justina Scurlock Nominated for The Congress of Future Medical Leaders

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ustina Scurlock, a Junior at Frederick High of Frederick, CO is a Delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders on March 20th and 21st, 2021 The Congress is an honors-only program for high school students who want to become physicians or go into medical research fields. The purpose of this event is to honor, inspire, motivate and direct the top students in the country interested in these careers, to stay true to their dream and, after the event, to provide a path, plan and resources to help them reach their goal.

Justina’s nomination was signed by Dr. Mario Capecchi, winner of the Nobel Prize in Medicine and the Science Director of the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists to represent Frederick, CO based on her academic achievement, leadership potential and determination to serve humanity in the field of medicine.

During the two-day Congress, Justina Scurlock will join students from across the country and hear Nobel Laureates and National Medal of Science Winners talk about leading medical research; be given advice from Ivy League and top medical school deans on what to expect in medical school; witness stories told by patients who are living medical miracles; be inspired by fellow teen medical science prodigies; and learn about cutting-edge advances and the future in medicine and medical technology.

This is a crucial time in America when we need more doctors and medical scientists who are even better prepared for a future that is changing exponentially. Focused, bright and determined students like Justina Scurlock are our future and she deserves all the mentoring and guidance we can give her.

The Academy offers free services and programs to students who want to become physicians or go into medical science. Some of the services and programs the Academy offers are online social networks through which future doctors and medical scientists can communicate; opportunities for students to be guided and mentored by physicians and medical students; and communications for parents and students on college acceptance and finances, skills acquisition, internships, career guidance and much more.

The National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists was founded on the belief that we must identify prospective medical talent at the earliest possible age and help these students acquire the necessary experience and skills to take them to the doorstep of this vital career. Based in Washington, D.C. and with offices in Boston, MA, the Academy was chartered as a nonpartisan, taxpaying institution to help address this crisis by working to identify, encourage and mentor students who wish to devote their lives to the service of humanity as physicians, medical scientists.

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appy March from the Booster Club. Spring Break is quickly approaching and we hope you have a safe and happy one. The gym has undergone a makeover and we can’t wait for the community to see it. Prom season is upon us and although this year looks different we look forward to celebrating the seniors. Any volunteers and ideas to help with this would be appreciated. Exciting spring news to come, stay tuned.

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Local 4-H Club Resumes

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Happy Birthday thatguy_JakefromStateFarm We all love you & hope it’s a wonderful year!

he Firestone Free Thinkers 4-H Club has resumed it’s monthly meetings after a year long hiatus due to the Covid 19 virus. Club meetings are held the first Sunday of the month at 3:00 pm at Rinn United Methodist Church.

New members are welcome. Kids ages 5,6 and 7 join as clover buds and kids 8 to 18 join as regular members and select one or more projects to study and exhibit at the Weld County Fair in July. At the March meeting members will elect officers to preside over the meeting with help from advisers. In the photo, 10 year old Makenna Griffith demonstrates how to drill a hole in a board using a bit and brace.

For more information on this 4-H Club, call Ron Martin, organizational leader at 720.878.7112.

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couple of years ago, I read an article about a 1950s Johns Hopkins professor named Dr. Curt Richter. He discovered something very interesting about hope in his experiments with wild and domesticated rats. In his experiments on dozens of rats he would fill large jars with water and watched to see how long individual rats swam before they drowned.

(I know…it was cruel.) He began with 12 domesticated rats. The first three swam on top only briefly before diving down to the bottom nosing around the jar in circles… until they perished. But, amazingly, all nine of the remaining domesticated rats swam…for days before they eventually gave up, tired out, and drowned. Next, Richter performed the test on wild, untamed rats.

The article made mention that these wild rats were known for their aggression and ability to swim. To his surprise, just after a few minutes each and every one of the wild rats sank to the bottom and died. This puzzled Richter and he later wrote, “The situation of these rats scarcely seems one demanding fight or flight, it is rather one of hopelessness. The rats are in a situation against which they have no defense….they literally give up.” Finally, Richter tweaked his experiment. He plunked rats in jars of water, but just before they were about to die, he quickly took them out, held them for a time, then returned them to the water.

This changed everything! Richter wrote, “The rats quickly learn the situation is not actually hopeless. After the elimination of hopelessness, the rats do not die.” I like how the author of the article concluded the experiment narrative, “When the rats learned that they were not doomed, that the situation was not lost, that there might be a helping hand at the ready— in short, when they had a reason to keep swimming—they did. (Emphasis added).

1 Peter 1:3 says, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable and undefiled and will not fade away, reserved in heaven for you.”

Peter is writing to encourage Christians facing trials and suffering for their faith. And it’s amazing to me that he begins with reminding them about their living hope. Our hope is alive because Jesus Christ is alive. This is a very significant truth about our religion because when hope remains, when hope is alive, then no matter how difficult our circumstances become, there is still motivation and encouragement to keep trying. There is no disagreement about the tragedy we are facing as a nation concerning suicide. Among all the factors attributed to suicide, hopelessness is a top

contributor. The truth contained in the gospel and the peace it affords must be proclaimed, reminded, demonstrated, and retold the country over. Such depths of agony and sadness must be overcome by the living hope of Jesus Christ and His gospel.

While studying and contemplating about hope, it occurred to me that there is no encouragement without hope. Put another way, in the absence of hope there can be no encouragement. When I used to teach elementary school I liked to use Disney’s animated movie, Finding Nemo to teach story writing. It was something with which we were all familiar. There’s a scene where the main character, Marlin has become discouraged and his friend Dory tries to cheer him and push him on. She sings a song where she repeats the phrase, “Just keep swimming.” Like the rats from the experiments, “Just keep swimming” is effective for situations where people still have a hold on hope. But where the mantra falls short and where it becomes ineffective is when it falls on the ears of someone without hope. People in a state of hopelessness have reached the bottom of the bucket, they are full of despair and they wonder why…Why go on? Why keep it up? Why try? Why should I keep swimming? Hopelessness is one of life’s greatest tragedies….and it claims the lives of tens of thousands in our country

each and every year. I’m not here to tell you some quick fix to solve the problem of hopelessness, but what I am going to tell you is that we have got to give people a reason to keep swimming! Peter told his audience in 1 Peter 1:13 to “fix your hope completely on the grace to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” He was giving those Christians reasons to be hopeful, reasons to be encouraged.

As Christians, our hope is alive because of what our wonderful savior has accomplished for us. We must do what we can in the lives of the people we encounter to fill them with hope, to show them there are reasons why they should keep on keeping on.

Clayton Johnson is the preaching minister and evangelist for the Carbon Valley Church of Christ. Reach him at claypj@gmail.com or www.christiansatcv.org.

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To find the closest facility to you visit www.va.gov/find-locations.

Veteran Patient Billing & Insurance On April 6, 2020 VA stopped sending monthly copay billing statements. The suspension applied only to Veterans who had copayments for medical care or prescriptions.

The VA resumed sending out monthly copay patient statements January 2021.

Veterans will receive a patient statement that may include the total amount of any new copay charges for medical and prescriptions they received from April 6, 2020 through December 31,2020; and/or unpaid copay charges for medical care and prescriptions received before April 2020.

If a Veteran has a question about a bill they receive from the VA, wishes to apply for a waiver or a hardship exemption, or to pay a bill, the following options are available: • • • •

In person at a VA medical center By phone at 1-877-222-8387 Online at www.pay.gov By mail to the address on the billing statement.

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We also have walkers with seats, two van lifts, wheelchair ramp, manual knee scooter, walking canes, motorized stairlift, and motorized external wheelchair lift.

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uring Wednesday night’s meeting, the Firestone Board of Trustees approved a resolution for the surfacing and installation of nets for three pickleball courts at Settlers Park. The location of these courts will utilize the area previously used for the skateboard park that was removed over ten years ago. Work is anticipated to begin this spring, with the courts open for play this summer.

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s construction season gets underway, the Weld County Department of Public Works is seeking motivated, dependable and hardworking individuals to join its team as seasonal employees. Workers are needed in the pavement management, gravel road management and road and bridge construction divisions, and some openings include positions for certified flaggers, those with Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) and a spray technician to help limit noxious weed growth throughout the county.

Seasonal positions typically last between eight to 10 months and cater to a variety of different interests and skillsets. Members of the paving crew assist with new construction paving projects including pavement overlays. They also assist with crack fill and chip seal projects along with asphalt patching and some concrete projects. Work in the gravel roads management division consists of running rollers, driving water trucks that help with dust mitigation, and rebuilding gravel roads from the bottom up. As part of the road and bridge construction division, employees may help maintain cattle guards, and assist in culvert replacement, full depth reclamation or other tasks as needed. Spray technicians in Weld County’s Weed Division help identify and spray noxious weeds on county property and on county roadsides.

“While experience is preferred and helpful, we can also train people to do some of the jobs. We try to match a person’s skillset with the appropriate division,” said Jay McDonald, Weld County Public Works Director. “What we’re looking for are individuals with a strong work ethic, who are motivated and eager to learn and contribute.”

Some seasonal positions require a CDL. Class A licenses are preferred, but those with Class B licenses can receive training and testing so they can be upgraded.

“Our Public Works team is always focused on improving infrastructure, county roads, and limiting noxious weed growth,” Weld County Commissioner Chair Steve Moreno said. “These seasonal positions are a great opportunity for people to utilize their skills, learn new ones and make a positive contribution to our transportation system.”

Weld County also offers health, dental and vision benefits to seasonal employees who work more than 20 hours per week, and employees can choose coverage options for themselves and family members. Covered individuals can also use the Weld County Employee Medical Clinic for a variety of medical needs.

Applications and complete job descriptions can be found by visiting www.weldgov. com and clicking on the Jobs@Weld tab at the top of the page.

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Healthy Alternative & Chinese Medicine Anxiety

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any people have been experiencing anxiety. While anxiety can have roots from many different sources and circumstances, this article focuses upon anxiety related to lack of social connectedness. In Chinese medicine, we consider both the function of the Heart, and the emotional duality associated with the Heart, such as joy / anxiety and social connection / isolation.

Research has proven that social connectedness is one of the most important factors in keeping the functional aspect of the Heart healthy. For example, cultures that still “close up shop” to eat together on a regular basis are found to have lower rates of heart disease and less problems with cholesterol. Setting time aside for supporting one another really is beneficial to our hearts, minds and spirit. The Heart also has a strong connection with the mind, however, in this case the mind is not only thought of as brain function, but more of the relationship between the two. In Chinese medicine this relationship between the Heart and the mind is referred to as Shen. Anxiety is just one of many physical, emotional and mental hardships that isolation manifests. The first two sentences of the definition of anxiety sums it up (from https://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com) : Anxiety is a multisystem response to a perceived threat or danger. It reflects a combination of biochemical changes in the body, the patient’s personal history and memory, and the social situation. Quite often, anxiety may also involve a mixture of many experiences such as exhaustion, fear and anger.

Acupuncture practitioners take in a complete picture of a person by listening , and also consider a person’s circumstances with regard to their family life, work, support system, social connection - or lack thereof. Also of great importance is a person’s history of stress. Acupuncturists consider all the information provided to treat the root of anxiety. Chinese medicine is a gentle approach that involves several modalities, including the insertion of very fine needles (acupuncture). Treatment may also include taking a combination of herbs. Chinese medicine and acupuncture can be an excellent addition to a health care plan as we navigate outside influences beyond our control. These outside influences can be incredibly stressful and lead to various emotions that can ultimately lead to physical changes in the entire system.

Daisy Lear, MSOM, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., practices Chinese medicine & acupuncture at 1159 Lefthand Drive in Longmont, CO 80501. Her phone number is 303.587.3557, her email is daisylear@gmail.com or visit website at daisylear.com. She is a Healthcare Provider for CIGNA and Aetna. She is the Director of Acupuncture for Veterans and their Families also and you can learn more at www.daisylear.com.

New Fitness Group Class Starts In March!

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ow more than ever, it’s important to care for your health. To help you improve on yours, I recently completed my COREFIRST TRAINER™ Level 1 Coaching. This allows me to help you even more with your health and fitness goals.

What makes the COREFIRST TRAINER so different and powerful? In moving and living life from the Core First, we use a HandsFree Resistance Training™ system that allows the wraps to be on your wrists, feet or ankles and bypass limb limitations.

By letting go and not having to grip bands, handles, ropes, bars, etc in your hands, this transfers the work to your core.

This is especially great news for those with limiting hand, wrist, and elbow issues like arthritis, carpal tunnel, tennis/golf elbow, injuries, weakness.

Here are some benefits of what this new piece of equipment can do and the fitness class can offer: • Train like you move in life – The COREFIRST TRAINER allows a 360 degree sphere challenging you in all planes, while the bands are pulling against you during every movement you make.

• It will activate your core muscles as much as 20X more compared to traditional movements - Integrating upper body, lower body, cardio bursts, balance training, isometric holds, functional movements, and working multiple muscle groups at the same time.

• Progress at your own speed - You determine how much pull the bands will have on you by how close or far away you are from the anchor point. Closer = less intensity, further = higher intensity, and all movements can be modified for your level.

• Workout anywhere - Our trainer allows you to get an effective and efficient workout from anywhere. By attaching the anchor loop or door anchor to any fixed surface indoors or outdoors, you’ll have access to countless exercises and stretches.

• The COREFIRST TRAINER is affordable – Contact me to get your trainer ordered today, so you can join my classes as soon as you receive it.

• For all skill levels, health, and fitness goals. My COREFIRST fitness group classes will help you achieve results by activating your Core first, build muscle, burn fat, help with muscle conditioning, strengthening, increase endurance, and improve flexibility and mobility.

The COREFIRST TRAINING Fitness Group Classes will be virtual every Monday at 7pm and Fridays at 8:30am starting March 8th. The Interval/Strength Training classes will continue online Tuesdays at 8:30am and Weds at 7pm; attend both and get a variety of workouts in.

We can’t wait to have you join us for these new classes. RSVP is required online and you can find the information on my website. Contact Tracy Rewerts NASM Certified Personal Trainer, and TBMM Corrective Exercise Specialist at www.

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If you do not follow #joyhouseproject then open Instagram and do it today so that you will stay up-to-date on all that this Firestone family is up too!

Many locals know of the Joy House Project from this last year. Seth Allen Truitt, a local artist with Down Syndrome moved out on his own and become self sufficient with a little help from family and friends. Besides the new venture in Estes Park, Seth also works for Chic Fil A. Artists from across the country have provided gifts of all types. Check out their IG page to see more!

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n February 17, CCHN presented the eighth annual Stanley J. Brasher Community Health Gratitude Award to John Santistevan, CEO of Salud Family Health Centers, at CCHN’s Policy and Issues Forum.

This award was named in honor of Jerry Brasher, former CEO of Salud Family Health Centers and one of CCHN’s founders. It is given to a CHC executive who has been working at a CHC for ten or more years, has maintained excellent relationships with his or her state and national legislators, and has done something extraordinary as it relates to CCHN’s priorities during their career.

“I first met John during my first couple of weeks at CCHN in 1996. He was an auditor with Clifton Gunderson and presented the audit to me and the Board!” said Annette Kowal, CEO and President of CCHN. “He was also auditing Salud and Jerry knew he needed John for Salud’s CFO and so offered him a job and, thankfully, John took it! He then became Salud’s CEO in 2014.”

“John deeply understands the importance of advocacy and building relationships with elected officials,” added Ms. Kowal. He goes above and beyond the call of duty when it comes to reaching out to his elected officials, ensuring they understand what is important to or what is at stake for Salud, their patients, and all Colorado CHCs. John has formed personal relationships with just about all of his Members of Congress and is always ready and willing to be a key contact to one or more policymakers – able to pick up the phone or send a quick text or email about an important issue when asked.”

“John has instilled the importance of advocacy and close relationships with policymakers in Salud staff, and as a result has cultivated a well-informed and deeply involved group of health care provider advocates. John has been recognized for his advocacy before, including receiving the Betsey K. Cooke Grassroots MVP Award from NACHC.”

Board, Card & Dice Gaming in Frederick

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id you know there is a tabletop game group located right here in Frederick? It is Carbon Valley Board Game Meetup, and it’s free to join.

Scheduled game nights are generally from 6:00 - 10:00, Fridays, at Mirror Image.

They have excellent home brews, local ciders, soft drinks and a small selection of food, including pizza, sliders & Italian nachos.

You can bring a game to share, or enjoy playing games from a LARGE collection.

If you are not currently a member, you must first sign up on Meetup. Once you have done that, you should find the event where you must reserve a seat. I found the most current event at www.meetup.com/Carbon-Valley-Board-Game-Meetup/ events/276505762 but you will have to search for March events.

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Painting Facts and Fiction

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ark colors make a small room look smaller. Not necessarily. Paint isn’t the only factor behind the look.

Furnishings, upholstery, floor and window coverings contribute to the overall look as well. Ceiling lights, bulb types, and placement of lamps make a difference.

Darker colors in any room, large or small are more popular than ever, and certainly add interest to any room.

You need two coats of paint. A quality paint should provide one-coat coverage. That being said, we almost always apply two coats of paint. If we are changing colors or painting over a darker or highly pigmented color - reds, greens, yellows, often a coat of primer is needed. Two coats of paint level the sheen providing an even look compared to one coat, specifically over textured walls.

Gloss sheen is more durable. There are pros and cons to gloss and high gloss sheen. While it provides a beautiful finish, especially when sprayed, if the surface on which you are applying this sheen isn’t perfect, underlying flaws will come more apparent. Gloss paint used to be the go-to paint for high traffic areas - kid’s rooms, baths, trim, because it was easy to clean.

Paint technology has come a long way and most quality paints these days are advertised for their washability. The majority of our clients now use matte and satin on walls, flat on ceilings, and satin or semi-gloss on trim, cabinetry, and woodwork.

You don’t need to hire a professional.

If you enjoy painting, I say go for it! Most homeowners do not have the experience, the expertise, and the equipment - brushes, rollers, drop cloths, 5-in-ones, ladders, and other supplies to provide professional results. Remember the time involved. The average three-bedroom, two-bath home takes eighty to one hundred man-hours to prep and paint - walls only!

For more information please call Tim Zaerr at Blue Parrot Painting at 303.678.8442 or visit www. blueparrotpainting.com.

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Isn’t Everyone Who Sells Real Estate a REALTOR?

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ll real estate licensees are not the same. Here in Colorado every real estate broker is licensed by the State, but only those licensees who are members of the National Association of REALTORS are properly called REALTORS. By joining the REALTOR Association, REALTORS have agreed to subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level of knowledge of the process of buying and selling real estate.

The Colorado Real Estate Commission has rules and regulations that cover all licensees, but the REALTOR Code of Ethics goes well beyond what is required in the law. If you would like a copy of the Code, just let me know (the preamble is on the wall of my office – Under all is the land….).

A l l members of a Multiple L i s t i n g Service (MLS)

agree to abide by the rules of the MLS, regardless of whether they are REALTORS or not, but these rules are for activities between brokers. The REALTOR Code of Ethics goes beyond those rules as well with Standards of Practice as to how REALTORS deal with the public. This means that the REALTOR can be held accountable for their actions through a grievance process at the Board of REALTORS. REALTORS are committed to protecting private property rights. No other organization is involved at our local, state and national government to work on your behalf in protecting the right for you to own property. The REALTOR organizations spend millions of dollars and countless man hours every year in this endeavor. Many REALTORS volunteer their time and invest their own money to make sure as many people as possible can enjoy the benefits of owning real estate.

REALTORS are committed to treat all parties to a transaction honestly.

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Giddens lives in Thornton with her wonderful 3 children and her husband. “I’m excited to join RE/MAX Nexus and offer my clients amazing marketing tools, big brand awareness and quality service at the highest level,” Giddens said. “I work throughout Northern Denver and Northern Colorado to assist my clients in finding the perfect home and get them under contract with personalized negotiations, competitive contracts, timely and effective communication that works for my client’s schedules and timelines.”

Being a REALTOR is both a way for Terra to provide a standard of ethics and service to her clients. “I want to offer an amazing standard of service to my clients. As your agent I want you to feel that this is a fun and fulfilling transaction vs a stressful or complicated process. I work hard to relieve these issues by focusing on my client’s needs, kind and considerate communication and focused home searches and service. I want to build clients for life through an amazing service experience now and in the future.”

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Local Realtor® Achieves National Association Of Realtors® Green Designation

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herri Bond with Stellar Colorado Homes has been awarded the National Association of REALTORS®’ [NAR’s] Green Designation, the only green real estate professional designation recognized by NAR. Bond is currently the only Green Certified Realtor in Erie, CO and one of only a handful in the northern area.

Bond achieved this prestigious designation after completing topicspecific course work designed specifically

for REALTORS®. The designation courses were created in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of industry experts from across the country; ensuring designees gain comprehensive knowledge of high performance properties and issues of resource-efficiency in relation to real estate and home owners.

More specifically, Bond was trained in understanding what makes a property green, helping clients evaluate the cost/ benefits of resource-efficient features and practices, distinguishing between industry rating and classification systems, listing and marketing green homes and buildings, discussing the financial grants and incentives available to homeowners, and understanding how buyer and seller preferences may be inspired by resourceefficiency.

“Living green is about making healthy choices that are also easy on your wallet.

NAR Green Designees have the necessary resources and relationships to effectively work with you to find your next home or assess your next green project.” said Marc Gould, Senior Vice President of NAR’s Member Development group. NAR’s Green Designation was developed in response to growing consumer awareness of the benefits of resource-efficient homes and buildings. The designation helps

consumers understand the positive i m p a c t of home performance and identify R E A LTO R S ® who can help them realize their green real estate and lifestyle goals.

As an NAR Green Designee, Bond has gained the knowledge and the tools necessary to become a trusted green resource for the Greater Denver Metro area. For more information about Sherri Bond, please visit www.SherriBond.com or email sherri@ SherriBond.com.

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Carbon Valley Chamber Scholarship Applications Now Available

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tudents Apply Now - Carbon Valley Chamber Offers Three $1000 Scholarships!

Plus, a George Heath Community Involvement Scholarship!

The Carbon Valley Chamber Scholarship Application is now available. This scholarship is open to all students who reside in the Carbon Valley. Deadline to submit completed applications is Friday, April 2, 2021.

You can download the application from the Chamber’s Website, get it from your school counselor or contact Julia.

If you would like to make a donation to the George Heath Scholarship contact Julia or 303-833-5933

January Member Anniversaries

For more information check on www.carbonvalleychamber.com

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ife Stories is looking for NEW, small to medium sized, non-season stuffed animals. The stuffed animals will be given to children who have witnessed or been victims of a violent crime when they are interviewed at one of the Child Advocacy Centers in Weld County.

Donations can be dropped off at collection boxes at businesses in South Weld County. For a complete list of businesses visit www.lifestoriesweld. org/stuffed-with-love/ Donations will be collected through the month of February.

Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce (CVCC) Business Advocacy Committee

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oin the Carbon Valley Chamber along with officials from the three Carbon Valley Municipalities for the second meeting of the Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce (CVCC) Business Advocacy Committee meeting. The meeting will be held via zoom, on Friday, March 5th at 8 am. Register below to receive your link to join the meeting.

The purpose of the Business Advocacy Committee is to carry out an advocacy program on behalf of the Chamber membership and business community within the governmental and political arenas, foster effective working relationships with elected and appointed officials at all levels of government, and facilitate the education of membership on local, state and federal issues that impact the businesses in the CVCC. This committee is open to all Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce Members.

he Carbon Valley Chamber’s NEW Business Before Hours will be held at various locations each month.

Join us at Business Before Hours for coffee, breakfast treats and networking.

Be sure to bring your business cards for the prize drawing.

These are hosted from 7:30 - 9:00 am.

First Business Before Hours - In Person (COVID protocols will be in place) Wednesday, March 10th RE/MAX Momentum 451 Oak St. Suite 208 (upstairs) Frederick, CO This event is open to members and guest that RSVP

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Carbon Valley Regional Library Aims Community College Alpine Lumber Carbon Valley Animal Hospital Halleck Willard Inc. ( HWI) Centura Health - Longmont United Hospital Saddleback Golf Club 17 Years Town of Firestone c.

Black Hills Energy United Power Varra Companies, Inc.

Business After Hours Networking

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oin Rocky Top Supply (new member) on Thursday, March 4, 2021 for a Business After Hours!

Co-hosted by Teriyaki Madness providing the food, ShortD’s (new member) providing beverages and New York Life-Christina Clark providing beer and wine.

This will be an in-person event and COVID protocols will be in place, Please RSVP below.

This event is open to members and guests who RSVP. Milissa (Head Parts Chick) is opening her business for all to meet her, find out more about her business, and do some networking.

See you at 14308 Mead St. Unit A3 from 5 pm to 7 pm.

(Plenty of parking in the front and back of the building)

Congratulations to Chris Gillard!

Edward Jones – Financial Advisor For excepting a one-year appointment to the Carbon Valley Chamber Board

16 Years United Way of Weld County St. Vrain Sanitation District St. Vrain Valley School District UME Custom Embroidery & Imprinting, LLC High Plains Library District Snyder Insurance Associates LLC Ramey Environmental Compliance, Inc. RE/MAX Alliance-Cindy Campbell Adams Bank & Trust - Firestone

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et’s be honest, it’s been a tough year!

Here at Carbon Valley Lutheran Church we know it because we’ve felt it, but also because we’ve seen the struggle in the community we love. We’ve seen individuals, families and small business owners trying to stay afloat. We want to do our part to help.

Through member donations and a grant, we are overjoyed to be able to help.

We will be giving away $10,000 worth of $50 gift cards from 7 local restaurants.  Butcher & the Blonde  E.L.F. Grill  Georgia Boys  Hacienda Jalisco  Peel Pizzeria  Peppers Fireside Grille  Vn Pho Our hope is these cards help in two ways; first, it gives a family/individual the ability to enjoy some local food. Secondly,

15 Years Christie’s Design/Build Remodeling Life Stories Child & Family Advocacy Daniel S. Smith ~Attorney at Law 14 Years Raspberry Hill Business Park Habitat for Humanity of the St. Vrain Valley Mark Young Construction 13 Years Rocky Mountain Christian Church 10 Years Mountain View Fire Protection District 3 Rock Liquors, Inc. 8 Years Colorado Civil Group, Inc. 6 Years Marsh Law PC-Rich Marsh North Range Behavioral Health 4 Years Advanced Roofing Technologies 2 Years Greenwood & Meyers Mortuary 1 Year A Woman’s Work THANK YOU TO ALL OUR MEMBERS it helps our struggling local restaurants who have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic shut downs.

Nominations will come from you. Do you have a friend or neighbor who could use a boost? Someone who has lost a job or had hours cut back? Someone who has adversely been affected by COVID? Nominate them below and we’ll send them a card.

This giveaway will be hyper local and here’s how we will distribute:  Nominations must be submitted online (first come, first sent).  Families/individuals being nominated must be local (Firestone, Frederick or Dacono).  One submission per family/ individual.  Seven local restaurants to choose from (Pick your top three faves. We’ll do our best to accommodate).  Our intent is to help Carbon Valley folks who could use a boost so we ask that your nominations honor that.

Lastly, we aren’t asking for anything.

This isn’t some bait and switch type thing.

We won’t harvest your data or the info on whom you are nominating. We simply want to help.

Go here to nominate: www.

carbonchurch.com/lovelocal

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For The Carbon Valley, Mead & Erie—Like us at Facebook.com/CarbonValleyConsumerReport

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Obituaries and Memorials

Obituaries, Memorial Messages & photos are always FREE in our publications~ Please tell the funeral home or e-mail to carbonvalley@gmail.com. Because we are a monthly paper, most funeral dates will be past. You may post funeral service information at www.facebook.com/CarbonValleyConsumerReport and we will share with the community.

Robert “Bob” Fagler

Roscoe “Jim” James Elliott

April 11, 1943 to January 30, 2021

Robert “Bob” William Fagler passed away on January 30, 2021 at Applewood Living Center in Longmont, CO. He was 77 years old.

Robert was born on April 11, 1943 in Longmont, CO and attended Longmont High School before entering the upholstery trade. He operated his own business, Robert’s Upholstery, for over 30 years.

Robert married Wilberta “Willie” Louise Beach in December 1960. They quickly welcomed four daughters; Nancy Yvonne, Linda Louise, Kristine Anne, and Penny Jane. Many of their family activities were based around camping and fishing, which Robert later enjoyed with his grandchildren, as well. Robert loved fixing up old cars and restored classics, such as the Durant and Oldsmobile; and who knows how many others, as some projects were kept hidden from his wife. Robert enjoyed model trains, cataloging finds from stamp and coin exhibitions, and Clint Eastwood movies.

Robert lost his wife Wilberta in 2010 after 49 years of marriage, due to health complications. Robert focused his time on his love of train models and created vast landscapes, which he was happy to show to anyone. Robert was able to enjoy his first cruise in 2017, plus several baseball games with his daughter, Linda, who cared for him for many years. Despite limited mobility, Robert never stopped enjoying his hobbies and continued his stamp and coin, and model collection until the very end.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Helen; wife, Wilberta; and various other family and friends. He is survived by his children, Nancy Rumfelt (husband Robert), Linda Allour (husband Patrick), Kristine Fagler, and Penny Snow; siblings Kenneth Fagler (wife Pat), and Patricia Fagler; his grandchildren, Danielle Allour, Hannah Harris, Emily Theisen, Austin Clark, Miranda Theisen, Khira Hathaway (husband Jack), William Snow, (wife Memorie); and great-grandchildren, Tayler, Gary, Aeidan, Eralynn, and Harlen.

A private Celebration of Life was held for close family and friends on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at Ahlberg Funeral Chapel; after which Robert was laid to eternal rest next to his loving wife Wilberta, at Longmont Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Robert’s name to Mountain States Children’s Home of Longmont, CO. More information can be found on their website, www.msch. org. Please visit www.ahlbergfuneralchapel.com to share your condolences with the family.

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Roscoe “Jim” James Elliott of Dacono, Colorado passed away peacefully at home on January 28, 2021. He was 76 years old.

Jim was born on April 11, 1944 in Longmont, Colorado to Clifton and Thelma Elliott.

His family owned and operated Elliott’s Auto Parts since 1956, he was the sole proprietor at the time of his death.

Jim married Debra Kay on June 6, 1987. He raised 6 daughters and 3 Grandkids. He is survived by his wife Debi, sister Janet Bazor of Longmont, Daughters: Sandy (John) Roedel of Fort Lupton, Barbara (Mike) Hubbard of Billings, Montana, Shari Elliott of Dacono, Valerie (Troy) Taylor of Dacono, Kimberly (Travis) Conover of Lochbuie, Richelle (Jeff ) Conway of Dacono, 17 Grandkids, 17 Great Grandkids and numerous nieces and nephews.

Jim loved to spend time with family; fishing, camping, gambling, watching the kids and grandkids ride motorcycles and 4-wheelers. He loved watching his western shows every day.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers: Clifton, George, Frank and Larry; sister Geraldine Bowman, grandson RJay Elliott and granddaughter Jennifer Elliott.

A memorial service will be held at a later date, when hopefully family and friends can all gather to remember him and share our special memories of his life.

Thomas Francis Rinn December 2, 1957 to January 6, 2021

Thomas Francis Rinn, age 63, of Frederick, Colorado, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. Tom was born on December 2, 1957, to James Francis Rinn and Lois Mae (Chuchna) Rinn, who both preceded him in death.

Tom graduated from Mayo High School in Rochester, Minnesota, in 1976. He continued his education by attending the Faribault, Minnesota, Vocational Technical School where he earned his 2-year Certificate in Business Machine Repair. He was recruited to work for Xerox where he repaired copiers for 3 years. He continued his career repairing copiers and printers until 1991 when he was offered a job transfer to Colorado. In 1996 he began a successful 10-year IT career for US Bank, in Denver, Colorado. He changed career paths by getting back to his love of driving by working for the St. Vrain Valley School District driving school bus.

While on a camping weekend he was introduced to the love of his life, Linda Stoll, by her father, Dean Stoll. Their love of camping even extended to having their wedding rehearsal dinner at the campground where they met. As members of the Holiday Rambler Camping Club, they became Youth Leaders on a local, state and national level.

He continued his volunteerism joining the Rosemont, Minnesota, Jaycee organization where he excelled in his recruitment of new members and was recognized with a Minnesota JC Statesman Award, #728. In Colorado, Tom became a member of the TriTown Lions Club where he was honored for his work in recruiting new members and for helping to organize new local clubs. He was a member of the Rinn United Methodist Church where he and his wife, Linda, continued in their volunteerism by becoming the church Youth Directors and participated in all outreach activities. He was the honorary “grill master” for the numerous church concession stands and was widely known for his famous “Tom’s Brats”.

Tom is survived by his adoring wife of 40-years, Linda Rinn, three siblings, Ken Rinn (and Cindi), Tami Rinn, and Sally Evans (and Kevin), all from Rochester, Minnesota; aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, both sets of grandparents, and his beloved pets Buddy, Tina, and Kiddie.

A celebration of Tom’s life was held at Rinn United Methodist Church in Frederick, Colorado, on Saturday, January 30th at 10 am MST, with Facebook Live available for those not attending the memorial.

Plans will be made for a Celebration of Life in Minnesota later this year.

Flowers and cards may be sent to Rinn United Methodist Church,

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United Power Announces Mark Gabriel as CEO

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fter a nationwide search, United Power’s Board of Directors has named Mark A. Gabriel as President and Chief Executive Officer of the organization effective March 15, 2021.

Gabriel, a 25-year veteran in the electric utility business, has served for the past eight years as the Administrator and Chief Executive Officer of the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), which is part of the Department of Energy.

“United Power’s Board of Directors is very happy to announce we have selected Mark Gabriel as our new President and CEO,” stated Ursula Morgan, United Power Board Chair. “Mark Gabriel is the right choice to guide United Power into a more successful future. He will help create a lasting impact on our members.”

“I am extremely honored to have been selected to lead such an amazing organization as we approach a transformational time in the electricity business,” Gabriel said. “United Power is uniquely positioned to be engaged in the decarbonization of the grid, and to take advantage of the introduction of new technologies as we move to a cleaner energy future.”

Prior to his appointment at WAPA, Gabriel served in numerous positions in the industry, including more than eight years as a management consultant and Acting President at the Electric Power Research Institute where he led the nationwide effort known as the Electricity Sector Framework for the Future. He is also the author of, “Visions for a Sustainable Energy Future”, which won the Indie Award for Environmental Writing.

“United Power has a rich history of innovation and is serving one of Colorado’s, and the Nation’s, fastest growing service territories,” Gabriel said. “The power of the cooperative business model to embrace change is unmatched in its ability to engage with its members for the future.”

Gabriel replaces Acting CEO, Bryant Robbins. Robbins is the Chief Operating Officer and has been filling both roles for the past year.

“The Board is appreciative of Robbins’ leadership and guidance this past year, helping us meet the many challenges of our fast-growing cooperative,” added Morgan.

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WEDNESDAY APRIL 14, 2021 12:00 p.m.

Mail-in ballots must arrive at P.O. Box

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Members will be able to participate over the phone or watch the livestream online. Register at www.unitedpower.com/annual-meeting.

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Four positions on United Power’s eleven-member board are up for election at the 2021 Annual Meeting scheduled for WEDNESDAY, April 14, 2021. One seat in each director district (South, East, West and Mountain) will be up for a three-year term.

Thursday March 18 @6:30p Riverdale Regional Park Rendezvous Room 9755 Henderson Rd Brighton 80601 Monday March 29 @6:30p Carbon Valley Service Center 9586 E I-25 Frontage Rd Longmont 80504

CONGRATULATIONS CVCR ON YOUR 22nd ANNIVERSARY YEAR!

Voting Your Ballot Return Ballots via US Mail.

Must arrive at the P.O. Box by 12 p.m. on April 14, 2021.

There will be no ballot drop boxes and no in-person balloting this year. Please return your ballots in the postage-paid envelope. We recommend mailing your ballot by April 9th to ensure you meet the deadline to have your vote counted.

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