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Ascent and Marathon Two Colorado Springs natives — Kristina Mascarenas and Jonathan Aziz — were crowned queen and king of the mountain after they won the Pikes Peak Marathon on Sunday, Sept. 18.

Mascarenas won the race in 2017 and came back from ankle injuries. This was Aziz’s first Pikes Peak Marathon, and he had to persevere after falling and injuring himself on the way back down.

One day earlier, Rémi Bonnet and Nienke Frederiek Brinkman, both of Switzerland, won the Ascent.

A total of 1,481 people entered the Ascent and 684 entered the Marathon.

Above, Kristina Mascarenas breaks the tape as the fastest female Marathoner on Sunday. She finished in 4 hours, 37 minutes and 31 seconds.

Left, former Ascent champion Joseph Gray (bib 101) leads the pack as the race begins. The Colorado Springs resident would finish in third place overall.

Photos by Bryan Oller

See results and more photos on page 20.

By William J. Dagendesh The Soda Springs Park final master plan fell under criticism from the Manitou Springs City Council during the Sept. 20 meeting in City Hall.

Council voted 6-0 to disapprove the plan until revisions are made (Councilor Judith Chandler was excused from the meeting).

Council questioned the absence of some features and use of certain building materials.

Skyler Beck, Parks and Recreation Department director, and Mia Requesens, landscape designer with Denver architectural firm Hord Coplan Macht, shared slides illustrating the master plan update.

SSP offers small play structures, picnic tables and restrooms in downtown Manitou Springs. The master plan focuses on activating the under-utilized west end of the park with play features and climbing structures for pre-teens and adolescents. Also, it offers an expanded plaza designed with flexible seating and gathering spaces for the Bud Ford Pavilion.

See COUNCIL/page 3

Results released from independent survey of former D14 staffers

By Greta Anderson Debate continues in Manitou Springs School District 14 over whether a “dramatic” jump in staff turnover is due to administrative leadership failures or just a sign of the post-pandemic times.

D14 parents, who formed the group Stand Up for Manitou earlier this year, are questioning whether what’s been called the “jewel of small schools in the area” no longer fits that description.

More than 50 staffers, nearly half of them teachers, have left the district over each of the past two years, according to attrition data

presented to the D14 school board in June and staff numbers that D14 reported to the Colorado Department of Education.

The departures — which include retirements and resignations — caused D14’s attrition rate to more than double from 8.77 percent during the Editor’s note: Please see the related letter to the editor on page 5 and Superintendent Elizabeth Domangue’s guest editorial on page 6.

2019-2020 school year to 24.31 percent during 2020-2021, the data show.

SUFM, which includes about 60 D14 families and is led by MSHS parent Brenda Holmes-Stanciu, decided to investigate reasons through an independent survey of former staff members; Holmes-Stanciu said D14’s school board and Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Domangue were unwilling to pursue it themselves.

See SURVEY/page 7

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COUNCIL/from page 1 “We have a crusher fines (small particles of crushed rock) walkway on the western portion already and are continuing that walkway through the park over to the east restrooms,” Requesens said.

Improving playground accessibility by providing a new ramp and removing a segment of retaining wall to add a concrete walkway connecting to one of the picnic/gaming tables was discussed. Improved equipment will be added to the rest of the playground, Requesens said.

“We’ll improve landscaping along the north and south edges of the park, and include some shade trees by the playground to provide additional shade as the trees mature. We also have a pedestrian walkway that will be going through the space south of the playground and west of the pavilion,” Requesens said.

Also, she recommended using durable artificial turf between the crusher fines open space and pavilion. A concrete plaza at the western side of the pavilion would get stamped concrete, and artwork illustrating the SSP story would be displayed inside the pavilion.

Adding bike and scooter racks to three locations were recommended, as was paving an area on the east side for cars to park during public events.

However, Councilor Julie Wolfe objected to adding more concrete and parking spaces.

“We have more than enough concrete in the park. We have plenty of opportunities to find parking and reserve and block off for event planners, so they don’t need to park the way they do now,” Wolfe said.

Councilor Nancy Fortuin added, “I agree, SSP is too valuable a park space to include more parking in it.”

Also, Wolfe addressed pet waste cleanup from the artificial turf, emphasizing the efforts of Public Works personnel. According to Requesens, many parks use artificial turf because it comes with Envirofill, a coated sand designed to resist bacteria.

Pikes Peak Bulletin 3 Wolfe asked how the turf would be washed down.

“Maybe you need to include a faucet to hook up to water. I anticipate a headache begging for that to be properly maintained,” Wolfe said.

Mayor John Graham said he too, is put off by so much concrete, suggesting gravel as a possible alternative.

“I like the idea of going to artificial turf … we’ve got a drought and artificial turf is something we have to consider,” Graham said.

Beck agreed to continue revising the plan.

Also, council voted 6-0 to approve a language modification to the Manitou Springs Municipal Code to establish a tree committee, standards for tree care on city property and protection of public and private heritage trees.

During the Sept. 6 meeting, Wolfe had expressed concern about harmful chemicals that weren’t clearly defined. Beck said the chemicals were for use only on trees located on city grounds.

According to Wolfe, the document read that harmful chemicals are prohibited for use on trees and/or city grounds.

We have more than enough concrete in the park.

— Julie Wolfe “Maybe what you meant to say is ‘Prohibited to be used on trees that are located on city grounds,’” Wolfe said.

Beck changed the wording to clarify the definition. Council voted unanimously to approve the modifications to replace the words “city grounds” with “public property” and that the last sentence will end after the word “trees.”

Meanwhile, four proclamations were read, the first recognizing the ninth annual Creek Week cleanup from Sept. 24-Oct. 2. Trash ends up in waterways and clogs drainage systems, impacts

wildlife, affects water quality and ruins natural landscapes. For this reason, volunteers clean up litter along creeks, parks, trails and open spaces throughout the watershed.

Allison Schuch, executive director of the Fountain Creek Watershed District, said creeks and waterways are the lifeblood of the community.

“In our nine years of cleanups, we have removed over 130 tons of trash and brought the watersheds to the forefront of peoples’ minds, to understand the value of these waterways,” Schuch said.

Another proclamation recognized the ninth annual Arts Month in the Pikes Peak region, slated for October. Arts Month supports arts and culture throughout El Paso and Teller counties by showcasing local talent and creating new avenues for arts engagement and cultural enrichment.

“Manitou Springs is nationally recognized as one of the top towns for arts and artists. Through its artist galleries and events, (Manitou Springs) upholds a town culture that strives to make art inclusive, accessible and affordable to all,” Councilor Natalie Johnson read from the proclamation.

Also, Graham read a proclamation declaring Oct. 2-8 as National Newspaper Week, recognizing the service of U.S. and Canadian newspapers and their employees.

“It is a time for citizens to reflect on the importance of newspapers in our culture and democracy. The Pikes Peak Bulletin chronicles the pulse of community life and promotes our unique sense of identity. … The role you play is important to us,” said Graham, a former journalist.

The final proclamation recognized the Pikes Peak Marathon as the nation’s oldest continuous marathon.

“It has grown into one of the foremost running events in the world. The marathon is rated among the top half-dozen races that international runners aspire to,” Councilor Michelle Whetherhult read from the proclamation.

Council’s next regular meeting will begin at 6 p.m. Sept. 27; members are also scheduled to meet at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, for a special budget work session.

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Planning Department staffers unveil proposed Zoning Code update

By Rhonda Van Pelt An open house focusing on the city’s Zoning Code update drew 19 people to the Manitou Art Center on Thursday, Sept. 15. There, community members could stop at “stations” where Planning Department staff and code update committee members could answer questions and respond to feedback.

The stations included information about: • The code’s new organizational structure; • Standards for commercial design, mobility and landscaping; • Application and enforcement procedures; • Land usage, which includes short-term rentals, food trucks and micro-agriculture; and • Sustainability site improvements.

One topic that’s likely to be of great interest to Manitou residents and property owners: the short-term rental permit process. The proposed code

procedures and definitions.

The code’s application procedures section will include a table that shows what process each application follows.

Planning staff has reorganized the procedures from titles 16 and 18 into a single chapter and added purpose statements and approval criteria.

The open house displays also offered lists of what’s new and what’s not changing. The latter includes guidelines for historic preservation, nuisance- and animal-related regulations, and low-density residential development standards that include setbacks, building height, lot coverage and minimum lot size/

specifies that a permit must be acquired and it will be issued only to the property owner, who must occupy the property.

The permit must meet all requirements for a conditional-use permit. Annual renewal is required and the permit expires when the property is sold or otherwise transferred.

If all goes according to plan, the code will be organized into seven chapters, described as “move user-friendly,” pertaining to general provisions, zone districts, development standards, use regulations, subdivision regulations, application

WHAT’S NEXT RELATED PUBLIC MEETINGS WILL TAKE PLACE: Wednesday, Oct. 12 — Planning Commission, 6 p.m. in City Hall, 606 Manitou Ave. Tuesday, Oct. 25 — City Council work session, 6 p.m. in City Hall Tuesday, Nov. 15 — City Council first reading, 6 p.m. in City Hall Tuesday, Dec. 6 — City Council second reading, 6 p.m. in City Hall

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The proposed code’s new features include graphics (such as tables of information), hyperlinked references and updated standards that will allow more flexibility for repairs and renovations for “nonconforming uses.”

Another topic likely to draw attention: landscape standards. The proposed code would decree that all landscaping be designed to support water conservation. Plants must be native and regional adapted species that are identified in the city’s Official Plant List.

It also includes guidelines for buffering between buildings and specific use types, such as commercial versus multi-household development.

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Letters to the Editor PLEASE NOTE: With Election Day approaching on Tuesday, Nov. 8, the Bulletin will limit letters and guest editorials from candidates to one of either in any four-week period. For instance, a candidate letter or editorial published in our Sept. 29 issue means that candidate or a staff member will not have another letter or guest editorial published until Oct. 27.

D14 parents should demand answers from BOE

To the editor: I am writing in support of the Stand Up for Manitou parent group that cared enough to do a truly anonymous survey and ask former D14 staffers why they left. I have spoken to many former staff members and many stated the reason they left was due to district leadership.

I am a parent of students in D14 schools. I do fear harassment and retaliation from the current district administration, so I will remain anonymous to protect my children.

We have all heard the insinuations that the former administration didn’t report, as the law requires, the allegations of sexual assault.

The Manitou Springs Police Department should be able to easily answer this question: “Did the former D14 administration report the sexual assault cases to the MSPD?” No details would be revealed by replying to that question. A simple yes or no would end all the speculations that are hanging over our community and, most importantly, our students.

My children and many of their Choice friends are affected by their favorite teachers and administrators leaving. Sadly, those Choice parents are too afraid to write a letter or speak out due to the fear of their child not being accepted as a Choice student for the next school year.

Let’s allow those of us who have children currently in the district to ask the questions and demand answers from our elected board of education members, “What is happening in our beloved district? Why do we have a culture of fear for our staff and even for some parents? What does the BOE plan to do about the information they received from the SUFM parent group?”

We want D14 to be the best small-town school district it can be and it’s going to take all of us together to make that happen.

Editor’s note: The Bulletin ensures anonymity for letter writers who fear retaliation, but we have to know who you are. That information goes no further than the editor.

Coloradans deserve action from their elected officials

To the editor: On June 15, 2021, Gov. Jared Polis signed Senate Bill 21-258, concerning wildfire risk mitigation. This act provides for funds to be allocated for building an administrative structure to directly fund local and state wildfire mitigation programs, and address the risks involved in each community.

Very often, acts such as SB 21-258 talk a great game and make the citizens feel safer, but never actually provide action to the intended purpose.

Much is focused on providing funds and building infrastructure that justifies

EDITOR’S NOTE: WE WELCOME LETTERS TO THE EDITOR.

those funds, but the action that makes the act a good idea is lacking.

As your representative, I understand the importance of ensuring acts such as SB 21-258, focused on Colorado wildfire mitigation, deliver the action advertised. I will not allow it to grow stagnant at the creation of funds, committees, staffing, program plans and promises.

All of those factors are necessary to deliver action, but the primary concern of the citizens is that real-world results are seen and felt in their communities. I am in touch with the citizens of Colorado, and I deeply respect their desire for great ideas and government action to provide safety to the communities they live in.

I will seek to ensure there is productive action and results delivered to the citizens of Colorado, from SB 21-258.

Shana Black, candidate for Colorado House District 18

Public feedback needed regarding city code update

To the editor: The Pikes Peak Bulletin has been great for Manitou Springs and it will be good to see how a nonprofit organization interacts in a transition.

News quality is vital to a small town of residents who do not always attend City Council meetings.

Thanks to all those who have kept up the reporting and the excellent community content. RIP, Jack Elder.

The mayor’s recent pot tax-drought warning was a loud call and former Councilor Steve Bremner’s comments summarized the same. If the 50-year Cog rebate appropriation is to be analyzed in terms of benefits, more can be learned.

Recently, I’ve followed the Land Use & Development Code revision at City Hall. New regulations seem poised to govern private property to an extent not “governed” before without more consideration.

The city code update, rewriting the former Manitou Springs Consolidated Code and Land Use Ordinance, will likely affect most Manitou properties.

If you own property in Manitou Springs, you should attend the public comment session at City Hall on Thursday, Sept. 22. If you rent anything in Manitou, now might be your time to ask “WTF?” Higher costs and rents will result, with more reaching regulation on property owners.

If you attend City Hall on Thursday, you’ll hear about how these new state-sponsored local laws actually arrived on your neighborhood doorstep. They say to improve your health, safety, welfare and property is the need.

But, from experience, I would like to understand the legal-ese in a report from an attorney hired to detail these regulatory changes and understand why they’re needed.

Slam-dunk “public comment” has irritated Manitou people before.

Apparently, December is the timeframe to look for what City Council will consider imposing over all land and property in Manitou Springs.

It’s important to get reporting about what’s going on … and it could get interesting.

Dale Latty

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Guest Editorial

School District 14 making strong and positive start Time sure does fly by O P I N I O N work together to support.

We will provide an annual quickly. We are already in report soon. the fifth full week of During a time when school, and the school many districts and schools year is off to a strong and across the state and nation positive start. It has been saw declines, we, in many wonderful to see students’ areas of assessment, saw smiles. increases, which are I wanted to provide important to acknowledge the community with some Elizabeth and celebrate. updates and celebrations: Domangue This is a testament to Our District District 14 the strong commitment of Performance Framework superintendent our educators and our from the Colorado exceptional students and families. I Department of Education increased am so thankful for the opportunity from 71.3 percent (in 2019) to 72.6 to work alongside such amazing percent (in 2022). Ute Pass people who always focus on what Elementary school moved from each and every student deserves “Improvement” status to “Perforwhen it comes to learning, growing mance” status, with a jump from 49 and thriving, while never compropercent to 69 percent. Congratulamising a whole-child approach. tions, UPE. We started the school year with All four schools are now in the every licensed position filled. This is “Performance” status. For growth, a big deal because many of our area math went from “Approaching” at school districts started with the elementary and middle schools vacancies. I share this because I am to “Meets.” so thankful for each and every one of There are many other celebraour employees — in every position. tions when it comes to growth and I am so excited to share that achievement across all of our Elanor Fugate is a National Merit schools.

We also know that there are areas Semifinalist. Not only is she academically strong, she has the of growth that we will continue to

highest character and integrity.

She is involved in so many aspects of the high school and she is genuinely a caring person. Her peers frequently acknowledge this attribute that she embodies with humility.

I have appreciated getting to know Elanor over the years through her involvement in lots of activities (soccer, Key Club, theater and more), and she serves on the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. I can’t wait to see what she goes on to accomplish in life … it will be amazing.

It has been several years since MSSD has had a National Merit Semifinalist.

(Editor’s note: See more about Elanor on page 9.)

October is Arts Month in the Pikes Peak region. We have several events this fall that we hope you and your family will attend.

Here are some of the events: MSHS Fall Play — Friday, Oct. 21, and Saturday, Oct. 22 MSMS/MSHS Choir Concert — Thursday, Oct. 27 Tri-Peaks League Band — Tuesday, Nov. 8

MSES Veterans Day Concert — Friday, Nov. 18 MSHS Orchestra Concert — Wednesday, Nov. 30 MSHS Band Concert — Thursday, Dec. 1 UPES Music Concert (kindergarten, second and fourth grades) — Tuesday, Dec. 6 UPES Music Concert (first, third and fifth grades) — Wednesday, Dec. 7 MSMS Orchestra Concert — Wednesday, Dec. 7 UPES Music Concert (sixth grade) — Thursday, Dec. 8 MSMS Band Concert — Thursday, Dec. 8 MSMS/MSHS Choir Concert — Friday, Dec. 9 We hope that you will join us for the upcoming Homecoming and 150th Anniversary festivities.

Please see our district ad on Page 2 of this issue.

These will be fantastic celebrations of our district’s traditions, strong culture and core values of Relationships, Deep Learning and Opportunity.

I am so thankful for each and every one of our employees.

May, June, July sales taxes show some decreases

By Rhonda Van Pelt The city’s Finance Department has released sales tax information for May, June and July.

Vendors report and submit tax collections to the state in the month after the reporting period closes, and the city receives them the month after that.

In May, Manitou Springs saw $13,606,395 in taxable sales, a slight increase from the $13,459,882 of May 2021.

When looking at vendor types, May 2022 sales compared to May 2021: • Amusements/bars increased by 3.3 percent; • Stores (food, gas) dropped by 4.7 percent; • Shops/gifts dropped by 6.3 percent; • Other in city (includes marijuana outlets, which are taxed at 11.4 percent) dropped by 6.7 percent;

• Motels dropped by 4.5 percent; • Restaurants were up by 4.6 percent; and • Outside city increased by 27.3 percent.

In June, Manitou saw $17,884,893 in taxable sales, a drop from the $18,636,642 of June 2021.

Vendor types, June 2022 compared to June 2021: • Amusements/bars increased by 1.4 percent; • Stores (food, gas) dropped by 11.3 percent; • Shops/gifts dropped by 5 percent; • Other in city dropped by 6.1 percent; • Motels increased by 1 percent; • Restaurants dropped by 1.9 percent; and • Outside city dropped by 5.9 percent.

In July, Manitou saw $18,880,092 in taxable sales, compared with $19,667,887 in July 2021.

Vendor types, July 2022 compared to July 2021: • Amusements/bars dropped by 3.6 percent; • Stores (food, gas) dropped by 7 percent; • Shops/gifts dropped by 4.7 percent; • Other in city dropped by 8.7 percent; • Motels increased by 8.1 percent; • Restaurants increased by 0.1 percent; and • Outside city dropped by 10.5 percent.

As of July 31, Manitou has had $92,393,280 in taxable sales this year, compared with $91,552,850 in Jan. 1-July 31, 2021.

The collections include “quarterly reporting” and “annual reporting” vendors and payment of previous delinquencies, causing some distortion of monthly sales.

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SURVEY/from page 1 Domangue, however, said she contacted the third-party firm that the group suggested conduct a survey, but did not hear back.

The results of that survey, which included 53 staff members who left during the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years, excluding bus drivers and kitchen staff, were shared last week. They show that respondents primarily left D14 over issues with leadership and culture — and multiple respondents specifically mentioned Domangue, who started as superintendent in July 2019.

The attrition and staff perspectives are troubling to parents in SUFM, as they worry the trusting and tight-knit culture that has defined their small school district for years is being lost, Holmes-Stanciu said.

“That’s one of the reasons that people have been so upset, is because many of them saw what was happening,” she said. “They knew what they had, they knew it wasn’t perfect. But they saw it slipping through the cracks.”

Pandemic-related exit?

Domangue has maintained that what’s happening in D14 is “not unique” among school districts.

The COVID pandemic caused upheaval for staffers and many decided to move on for personal reasons, or they could not afford to live in the Manitou-Colorado Springs area, which lacks affordable housing for anyone on an educator’s salary, she said.

But SUFM said this is not so, according to survey results from Newmeasures, the Colorado-based firm the group hired to formulate and analyze the survey. The firm produces employee surveys for various organizations, including some school boards, Newmeasures President Lee Stroud said.

Domangue questioned how accurately the survey represents the sentiments of former staff, since it captured responses from only about half of the people who left in those two years.

She said that the survey results were not “unusual or surprising” compared to what D14 has found in its own exit surveys, which it sends to staff when they leave. But she acknowledged that the 2019 change in leadership, her emphasis on “instructional leadership” and decisions during the pandemic could have produced a difficult environment for some.

“I think that sometimes through the pandemic … there were lose/lose decisions — remote or hybrid, wearing a mask, not wearing a mask,” Domangue said.

“Oftentimes, when you made those decisions, you knew that one decision was going to be what one person wanted to hear, and another person did not want to hear. Unfortunately, that was the responsibility all of us in the superintendency had to carry.

“I fully understand how a lot of those decisions might have been hard to receive,” she added. “It was a difficult time.”

Domangue also said she could see how the district’s more hands-on, instructional leadership style — for which she said the D14 board hired her

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“Our principals and our staff are in classrooms more, and I see that as positive,” she said. “I do think that was a shift for Manitou.”

SUFM said the former staffers who responded to the survey paint a more worrisome picture.

Only 15 percent of respondents agreed or strongly agreed that they “had a trusting relationship with district leadership” and 64 percent disagreed or strongly disagreed that D14 “inspired confidence in the future of the district.”

Twenty-one respondents selected “district leadership” as one of their top three reasons for leaving D14, and 14 selected “district culture,” over other options like “seeking improved work-life balance” (nine selections) and “higher compensation” (eight), according to an executive summary.

Other options related to the pandemic and economy, such as “burnout as a result of COVID restrictions” and “cost of living,” did not make it into the top 10 reasons.

There’s a clear lack of trust in district leadership.

— Lee Stroud “The data clearly support that there’s a clear lack of trust in district leadership and a lack of confidence in the future of the district,” said Stroud, of Newmeasures. “People didn’t feel that there was open, transparent communication and questioned whether the district was really doing right by employees.

“When we look at the comments, to really provide context into the quantitative data, we really see that it’s this feeling of unilateral decision-making, and again, people are not feeling comfortable speaking up,” she added.

Staffers appear split

One former building leader who participated in the survey said they left the district because of Domangue’s leadership.

The leader, who requested anonymity due to fear of losing future job prospects, said they started to see “red flags” that became more apparent during the pandemic, when the onus was put on teachers to figure out how to push through the health crisis.

“These are individuals who are excellent teachers, but [they were] being asked to solve problems that have never existed in a public school,” the building leader said. “What I saw was the stress and anxiety that was inducing in them — asking a sophomore world history teacher to figure out how we’re going to physically place students, balance remote and asynchronous instruction, things like that.

“That became more problematic when it was evident that we weren’t actually building or making any of these decisions; we were being told what

would happen and then figuring out how we were going to make that happen,” they added. “I viewed it as far too onerous [on] teachers.”

But at least one current teacher, Cory Urban, who has taught sixth grade math at Manitou Springs Middle School for seven years, said she doesn’t trust the survey results and feels SUFM has an agenda.

Of the colleagues Urban knows left her school, “none of them left because of our leadership, district or school,” she said. That’s “one reason that I don’t necessarily trust this survey.”

“There was a lot of animosity at the end of our last school year, and a lot of division brought on by this particular group,” she said. “It kind of goes both ways — there’s a lack of trust from this group in the administration, and there’s a lack of trust from a large group of teachers in this organization.

“I happen to be of the opinion that we have some of the absolute hardest-working leadership in our state, really, and that high standards for our principals and high standards for our teachers is not a bad thing.”

The former building leader, however, doesn’t believe that Domangue’s assessment of the turnover — that it was primarily related to family issues and pandemic impacts — is accurate.

“Now seeing that these parents have collected data that is saying, yes, people are leaving because of family, pay, COVID, leaving the profession — that is accurate, but it’s not in the top three reasons why people are leaving,” the building leader said.

“I think that is a telling narrative.

“Do I think the district is being dishonest? I’m reserving judgment on that,” they said. “However, by not formally collecting that data in that way, are they missing a major improvement strategy?

Absolutely.”

SUFM would like to see data collection continue among D14’s current staff, to determine whether the issues brought up in the Newmeasures survey are prevailing. Domangue said the district is preparing to analyze the attrition issue in multiple ways.

D14’s District Accountability Committee will review retention and recruitment efforts, and the district is looking into procuring K12 Insight, an education-focused research and engagement firm, for culture, climate and exit surveys, Domangue said.

The goal is to “continue to see what we’re doing well, what we can do better and celebrate the great things in our school district,” she said. “And that’s the same for understanding why someone might decide to leave either Manitou or the profession. All of that’s important.”

The D14 board also received the survey; Holmes-Stanciu said it was presented to Board President Natalie Johnson and Vice President Jack Sharon on Sept. 12.

Johnson emailed that “We acknowledge the information,” noting that some of the survey respondents’ view of the district is from two years ago.

Board directors “recognize that the school district has been working through attrition (as I am sure all school districts are) and look forward to outcomes from the District Accountability Committee regarding retention and recruitment,” Johnson wrote.

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September 22, 2022

Community Events Saturday, Sept. 24

Heritage Brew Festival: More than 24 breweries offer samples of their wares, and if you find something you like, you can buy it right then and there. Live bands, fantastic food vendors and yard games. Proceeds support the Manitou Springs Heritage Center. Soda Springs Park, 1016 Manitou Ave. 1-5 p.m. $5-$47. Information: manitouspringsheritage center.org or 685-1454. .

Grand Opening of the Manitou Springs Pickleball Courts: Enjoy the new court in Fields Park and check out free clinics hosted by the Pikes Peak Pickleball Association. 9-11 a.m. 114 El Paso Blvd. Information: pikespeakpickleball.com.

Sunday, Sept. 25

Fall Festival: Enjoy games, food, drinks and fun at Manitou Community Church. Noon-2 p.m. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: www.manitouchurch.org or 685-5255.

Wednesday, Sept. 28

The Packy Puppet Show: Join Packy of “Packy Climbs Pikes Peak” on his journey to the summit of Pikes Peak with his mother, Neotoma. Learn about the habits of packrats with the accompaniment of cute puppets. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Manitou Springs Library, 515 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouspringsheritagecenter.org or 685-1454.

Friday, Sept. 30

Manitou Springs High School Homecoming Parade: Join

CountyWyde will perform at Saturday’s Heritage Brew Festival.

Manitou Springs’ Mustangs for the “welcome home Mustangs” homecoming parade. Parade travels up Manitou Avenue to the roundabout and back. 1 p.m. Information: manitousprings.org or 685-5089.

Saturday, Oct. 1 Nikola Tesla and Gilded-Age Science in Colorado Springs: Learn about the advanced scientific work of Nikola Tesla, wireless telegraphy, wireless power transmission, interplanetary communication and death rays. Many of Tesla’s experiments were conducted in Colorado Springs from

Courtesy photo

1899-1900. This exciting panel will discuss all these topics, including the advanced scientific work being done in Colorado Springs from its founding in 1871 until Tesla’s arrival in 1899. 11 a.m. Manitou Springs Heritage Center, 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouspringsheritagecenter.org or 685-1454.

To submit a calendar listing (at least 10 days before your event), email calendars@pikespeakbulletin.com or mail a typed announcement to: Pikes Peak Bulletin, attn. Calendars, 513 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs 80829. No phone calls please.

Vote for winners among coffin race T-shirt designs The community is invited to vote on designs for the official 28th anniversary Emma Crawford T-shirt. Go to tinyurl. com/2022EmmaTee or stop by the office, 354 Manitou Ave. Voting ends Friday, Sept. 23. The winner will receive $50 in Manitou Money for participating local businesses and a 2022 coffin race T-shirt with the selected design.

The coffin races will take place Saturday, Oct. 29. Information: 685-5089.

Each team should have four pushers and one “Emma.” Only 70 racing teams are accepted, so don’t delay. Deadline for application is Friday, Oct. 21, and teams are confirmed once the entry fee ($100) is paid in full.

Fill out this form to race: manitousprings.org/enter-the-coffin-races. To march in the parade, fill out this form: manitousprings. org/coffin-race-parade-application.

Bulletin file photo

The “Day of the Dead” team won the Best Coffin award and took fifth place in 2019.

September 22, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 9

MSHS senior earns National Merit Semifinalist status Story and photo by Emily Waite On Sept. 14, Manitou Springs High School senior Elanor Fugate was announced as one of the semifinalists in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program. In Colorado, a student needs to obtain at least a 217 selection index score to qualify as a National Merit Semifinalist.

Semifinalists represent less than 1 percent of high school seniors in the United States.

This honor was announced to Fugate’s teachers and peers the morning of Sept. 15.

“It is so exciting to have achieved this honor and I’m grateful for everyone who got me to this point,” Fugate said.

Anna Conrad, interim principal, made that announcement to MSHS about Fugate’s achievement.

“I am beyond words proud of Elanor,” Conrad said. “I wish her the best of luck for the rest of this process.”

Fugate invited a few teachers, including Mike Talbott, Benjamin Mack and Pierce Gillard, she thought had impacted her academic career the most to watch her receive this award.

Fugate’s teachers all agree she went above and beyond to achieve this honor.

“Elanor has prepared most of her life to achieve excellence in her academics,” Talbott said. “She works hard, looks for more challenges and is always looking to do better. She pushes herself.”

Elizabeth Domangue, Manitou Springs School District 14 superintendent, also attended the announcement.

“She just exudes high character, integrity and she is just a kind human being,” Domangue said. “I can’t think of a more deserving student than Elanor.”

“I am so proud of Elanor, but I am also proud of

I am just excited to see where I can go.

— Elanor Fugate

Elanor Fugate receives the 2023 Merit Scholarship Semifinalist Award with, from left, Elizabeth Domangue, Anna Conrad, Mike Talbott, Benjamin Mack and Pierce Gillard by her side.

her parents and our staff that have contributed to her being here today,” the superintendent added.

To become a finalist for the National Merit Scholarship, Fugate and a high school official will be required to submit an application that includes her academic record, participation in school and community activities, leadership abilities, employment and all previous awards she has received.

The finalists will be announced in February

2023, and they will compete for three types of scholarships: 2,500 National Merit scholarships open to all finalists; 950 corporate-sponsored scholarships for children of the grantor’s employees, among other criteria; and 3,800 scholarships from colleges and universities for students who attend the sponsor school.

“I am just excited to see where I can go with this accomplishment,” Fugate said.

Law firm offers scholarships for high school seniors Heuser & Heuser law firm is dedicated not only to protecting the legal interests of Colorado residents, but also supporting the community’s young people.

Applications are being accepted for a scholarship that will support three students in their educational journeys and help them be a force for positive change in the world.

Scholarships will be awarded as follows: first place — $3,000;

second place — $2,000; and third place — $1,000.

Digital entries will not be accepted. Mail hard-copy entries to 625 N. Cascade Ave., Suite 300, Colorado Springs 80903, attn.: Emily Higgins.

All entrants must be Colorado high school seniors who will be attending college, trade school or joining the military after high school.

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September 22, 2022

Volleyball squad gets benefit of learning from Lamar early

By Daniel Mohrmann The Mustangs battled through the three Facing its biggest test of the season, the sets, holding leads at certain points, but just fell Manitou Springs girls volleyball came away victim to making unforced errors. with a 25-16, 25-18, 25-21 loss to Lamar on A missed pass here and an off set there Sept. 20, but it was far from a discouraging slowed down Manitou’s momentum and match. allowed the Thunder to leave town with a win.

The Thunder is ranked No. 2 in the current But those are all things that are correctible with CHSAANow.com volleyball rankings and two months left in the season. although the Mustangs (6-6 overall, 2-2 “Practicing consistency is really Tri-Peaks) were unable to take a set, they important,” Flett said. “If we get that played a very competitive match. consistency then we’re getting a good pass, a “I thought Lutheran was a good test, but good set and a good swing, and that can this shows us what we need to work on,” coach always lead to a win.”

Crissy Leonhardt said. “I’m happy that we got The week wasn’t a total loss for Manitou; to play them earlier in the season.” the Mustangs defeated Banning Lewis 3-0 on An early match against Sept. 13. Grace Allen led all Lamar can provide a big hitters with nine kills, while boost for the team later in the Teryn Thime and Flett each year. As they look to trend added five. Thime also had five upward, facing Lamar early aces and Lily Glass ran the in the league schedule could offense effectively with 11 come as a blessing in assists.

— Crissy Leonhardt disguise.

The Mustangs have a heavy “We really saw what we dose of league matches for the can do with adjusting,” Ayla Flett said. “We next month before getting back into tournament noticed them swinging in consistent areas and play to close out the regular season. we were able to adjust to that. Our energy and The Mustangs hit the road Thursday, Sept. teamwork stayed up the whole time, which is 22, to take on Ellicott before hosting The important because we can’t get down on Classical Academy in an important non-league ourselves.” match on Monday, Sept. 26.

This shows us what we need to work on.

Manitou sports calendar Saturday, Sept. 24 Cross-country: At Crested Butte Invite Football: at Prospect Ridge Academy, 11 a.m.

Monday, Sept. 26 Girls volleyball: The Classical Academy at Manitou, 6 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 29 Boys soccer: Ellicott at Manitou, 6 p.m.

Girls Volleyball: At Salida, 6 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 30 Cross-country at Courser Lightning Invitational (at El Pomar) Football: Woodland Park at Manitou (Homecoming), 7 p.m.

Photo by Bryan Oller

Norah Jorstad defends the net during the Mustangs’ Sept. 13 match against St. Mary’s.

Soccer team responding well to challenging losses

By Daniel Mohrmann given up a goal in the first four games of the year, but Perhaps the biggest test for the Manitou Springs has let seven get by him in the past three games. boys soccer team was going to be how it responded The good news for the Mustangs is that they to its first losses of the season. Vanguard and Thomas have a few games coming up that should get them McLaren, two talented teams, beat the back on track. Colorado Springs Mustangs, and coach Ben Mack was Christian School has an uncharacteristic eager to see how the players reacted.

We kept it 0-6 record, but will likely give the The result in the ensuing game was Mustangs a good challenge considering clean, under a 1-1 tie against Bayfield, which wasn’t the rivalry between the two teams. control and the desired outcome. But it certainly “Pretty much from here on out, was encouraging, considering how we’re going to be playing teams that are focused. talented the Wolverines are. really similar to Bayfield, Vanguard and — Ben Mack “We kept it clean, under control and Gunnison,” Mack said. focused,” Mack said. “For every single “Our league is very similar to that minute of the second half, we thought we were going and those games will all be close. It’s going to be to win. And those are rough.” that belief in each other that … tips us over into that The toughest part is that the offense has slowed win column. Hopefully, we can win them all or get down a bit. The Mustangs (4-3-1 overall) hadn’t been close to that.” held scoreless all season until the 3-0 loss to Thomas The Mustangs take on Colorado Springs McLaren on Sept. 13.

Christian School at home on Thursday, Sept. 22, then To make matters worse, Deric French hadn’t host Ellicott one week later.

September 22, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 11

Mustangs showing signs of progress on football field

By Daniel Mohrmann “It was crucial because it sets us up for There are a lot of ways to measure the these next two big games,” Scherr said. “We progression of a football team. A good had to get everything right and it gave us a measurement of the Manitou Springs football chance to see when everyone does their job team’s progression was the 46-12 win over collectively, we can smoke some teams.”

Rocky Ford on Sept. 16.

The Mustangs head to Prospect Ridge To put it bluntly, the Mustangs (2-1 Academy on Saturday, Sept. 24, with a chance overall) were supposed to go to Rocky Ford to win their third straight game. The Mustangs and get a big win. Doing just that was an haven’t won three games in a fall season since encouraging development, considering the 2018 and haven’t won three in a row in the Mustangs have had two big first-half leads slip fall since 2016. out of their hands already this Looking at the team’s season. progression over the past three “We always want to play games, getting this done and our style of football, no matter seizing a good amount of who our opponent is,” coach momentum heading into league Stu Jeck said. “That’s what we play could play a crucial role in did. We went out and played the program taking a major step — Evan Scherr our brand of football and we forward this season. played disciplined football.”

“Our execution was better, In all, the Mustangs put up 463 yards of but not where it needs to be,” Jeck said. offense and converted 71 percent of their “We’re getting better and playing more third-down attempts. They held the Meloneers disciplined football. I also thought our energy to 155 yards and allowed them to convert just was better for all four quarters. We seem to be one of their six third-down tries. coming in out in the second half with a little Nate Gentzel threw for four touchdowns, more fire and a little more intentional effort with three going to Evan Scherr and one to toward starting the half the way we start the Tyler Maloney. Maloney added two rushing first half.” scores and Logan Moore also scored a rushing After completing this three-game road Photo by Bryan Oller touchdown. It was, by far, the most complete trip, the Mustangs host Woodland Park for A Rye player goes after Mustang Evan Scherr during their performance of the season for Manitou.

Sept. 2 game.

Homecoming on Friday, Sept. 30.

We had to get everything right.

Long gap between meets designed to ensure cross-country success

By Daniel Mohrmann just 10 percent competition through the course of This cross-country season has looked different the year. But this is a team that understands the for the Manitou Springs runners. Although fall end game and has bought into the plan. sports have been underway for the better part of “You’re spending more time thinking about two months, the Mustangs have competed only yourself and how you can improve, rather than the once. results of a race,” Cody Wyman said. “We’re They ran at the Cheyenne Mountain Stampede going to have a three-week gap between on Sept. 2 and are finally back in action this week, Cheyenne Mountain and Crested Butte, so I think when they head to Emma Coburn’s Elk Run, a lot us are going to get some (personal records).” hosted by Crested Butte.

A lot of Class 4A teams will be The lack of competition isn’t at the meet, but since it is hosted by due to a lack of available races. a 2A school, only four runners will Rather, coach Andy Sherwood has score for each team. Sherwood intentionally implemented that. hopes the result is a Top 2 or 3 “It’s pretty normal for top finish for the boys on the strength of programs,” Sherwood said. “We Cody Kelley and Wyman’s finishes utilize this time to train, to get — Andy Sherwood at Cheyenne Mountain. healthy from illnesses and to align He’s also excited to see what’s together as a team so we can take in store for the girls team. on that mentality that when we have those races, “It’ll be their first race as a full team,” have those opportunities, we take them seriously Sherwood said. “We hope to finish in the top 10.” and we run hard.”

Ellen Lowe, Gaia Drotar and Anya Nelsestuen The overall hope, as for all cross-country were the only Manitou runners to compete at teams, is that the competitors are running at their Cheyenne Mountain, so they’ll provide the peak speeds come October for regionals and state. experience needed to take that top-10 finish while It’s a unique sell to the kids, that cross country the training plan looks to give them the physical is going to be 90 percent training and practice and boost to get it done.

We hope to finish in the top 10.

Golf team takes on CommonGround for regionals tournament The boys golf postseason is officially underway. Manitou Springs made the trip to Aurora to compete at CommonGround Golf Course for regionals with hopes of qualifying for the state tournament.

The tournament was played on Wednesday, Sept. 21, and results were not available at press time. The Bulletin will have a full recap of the tournament in the Sept. 29 issue.

Standout Mustangs Nate Gentzel (football): Threw for 233 yards and four touchdowns in the win over Rocky Ford.

Teryn Thime (volleyball): Had five kills and five aces in the Mustangs’ win over Banning Lewis on Sept. 15.

Ethan Beckum (boys soccer): Scored Manitou’s lone goal in a 1-1 tie against Bayfield on Sept. 16.

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September 22, 2022

Arts Events Special Events

Aspens on the Avenue: Discover thousands of fall-themed artworks and meet award-winning artists. 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24. Old Colorado City. Information: shopold coloradocity.com.

Moonlight Market: Check out new art, cool food and gift items, and listen to live music. 5-8 p.m. Fridays through Sept.

30. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. Information: www.manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861.

Art Classes

Art in Meditation: Experience an hour of guided meditation with subtle sound work in the Manitou Art Center’s Hagnauer Gallery. Open to all levels of experience. Themes of the current exhibit are woven into this restorative meditation. $15 suggested donation. 5-6:15 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 22. 513 Manitou Ave. Information: www.manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861.

FAB LAB: Make things, fix things and build things. Come and create cool projects. Learn how to use tools, expand your skills and expand your world. Kids younger than 13 should be with a parent. Participants can come to a single class or attend a series. Class sizes are limited to eight. 3:05-5 p.m.

Wednesdays. Manitou Art Center, between 513 and 515 Manitou Ave. Information: www.concretecouch.org.

Makerspace Certification Classes: The Manitou Art Center offers certification classes for a variety of equipment in its makerspace. Most are free to MAC members and library card holders. Times and dates vary. 515 Manitou Ave. Information: www.manitouartcenter.org/learn.

Teaching Opportunity: The Pikes Peak Arts Council and the

Small Business Development Center are seeking experienced artists to teach classes for Courses for Creatives.

Artists will be compensated for their time for each class that they teach (typically $150 per class). Classes are usually taught from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on third or fourth Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays, at the Manitou Art Center.

Apply at tinyurl.com/esmdcc3c.

Call for Artists

Big Loud Silent Auction Intake: Submit your artwork for the Manitou Art Center’s signature fundraiser. Proceeds are split 50/50 between artist and the MAC. Intake is 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 24, and Tuesday, Sept. 27. Exhibit opens Friday, Oct. 1. Submit work at www.manitouartcenter.org/1stAmendment-Show. 513 Manitou Ave. Information: www. manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861.

Ongoing Art Exhibits

“Osiyo”: Beautiful, functional and unique work from Cherokee Nation artist Grant Morris. Many of the materials Morris uses are collected from hikes above the tree line. Creations are constructed in collaboration with the natural materials used, resulting in aesthetic pieces that are engaging and eclectic.

Through Oct. 1. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. Information: www.manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861.

“The Art of Marks & Letters”: Summit Scribes, the Colorado Springs Calligraphy Guild, presents beautiful marks that are drawn and painted on surfaces from paper to pottery. Through Oct. 3. Commonwheel Artists Co-op, 102 Cañon Ave. Information: commonwheel.com or 685-1008.

“Fiber”: Fiber artworks from a collection of local creators. Runs through Oct. 1. The Bridge Gallery, 218 W. Colorado Ave.

(beneath the Colorado Avenue bridge). Information: thebridgeartgallery.com or 629-7055.

“Manitou Bottles and Bottling Plants”: In the early 1900s, Manitou Springs was the capital of bottled mineral water.

Learn about the mystery of the town’s “effervescent and healthful mineral spring waters” and see the world-famous Ute Chief Gusher Bottle and other colorful bottles that helped put Manitou Springs on the world map. Manitou Springs Heritage Center and Museum, 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouspringsheritagecenter.org or 685-1454.

“Van Briggle — The Manitou Connection”: See one of the largest exhibits of Van Briggle pottery in the Pikes Peak region.

Learn more about Artus and Anna Van Briggle’s creation of this iconic pottery works and the connection of its later ownership and operations to historic Manitou Springs. Check website for hours. 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitousprings heritagecenter.org or 685-1454.

The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Exhibit (virtual): The photography of Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Robert Jackson. The Manitou Springs resident, a photojournalist with the Colorado Springs Gazette from 1980-1999, has captured the excitement of the Pike Peak International Hill Climb for more than 40 years. See the dangerous turns, the wheels turning and the dust flying in this exciting collection. Manitou Springs Heritage Center, 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouspringsheritagecenter.org or 685-1454.

To submit a calendar listing (at least 10 days before your event), email calendars@pikespeakbulletin.com or mail a typed announcement to: Pikes Peak Bulletin, attn. Calendars, 513 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs 80829. No phone calls please.

Volunteer Opportunities Creek Week along Fountain Creek

Manitou Springs’ Creek Week cleanup will take place 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 24.

Creek Week is a time when our community can work together to ensure that Fountain Creek remains as beautiful as ever through litter and debris cleanup. Participants should arrive at Hiawatha Gardens (10 Old Man’s Trail) at 9 a.m. Garbage bags, drinks and snacks will be provided. Register at www.fountain-crk.org/ events-2-2; information: creekweeksoco@ gmail.com.

Manitou boards and commissions

The Historic Preservation Commission needs two regular members and two alternates; the Housing Advisory Board needs three regular members and two alternates; the Park and Recreation Advisory Board needs one alternate; the Planning Commission needs one alternate; and the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage board needs one alternate. To apply, submit an application form (available at tinyurl.com/

jb9fyz9e), a letter of interest and a resume and/ or statement of qualifications to City Clerk, 606 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs 80829 or to cityclerk@manitouspringsco.gov. Information: tinyurl.com/Manitou-boards-commissions.

Community Congregational Church

Red Rock Canyon

The Friends of Red Rock Canyon advocacy group is seeking volunteer experts to present RRC-related topics during Talk and Walk programs. Email friends@redrockcanyonopenspace.org or call David at 719-685-4792. Also, the city of Colorado Springs is organizing volunteer work days on second Saturdays through October. They start at 8 a.m. and last four to six hours. Sign up to receive news about volunteer activities at redrockcanyon openspace.org/volunteer.

The Manitou Springs Heritage Center needs volunteers to greet visitors at the front desk and assist working in the collections of historic photos and artifacts; training is provided. The museum has other volunteer opportunities that don’t require being on-site or scheduling regular hours, such as helping with the website, producing videos and creating audio tours. Anyone with some time to donate who is curious about Manitou’s history is encouraged to apply.

Information: manitouheritage@gmail.com, www. manitouspringsheritagecenter.org or 685-1454.

Chamber of Commerce

Manitou Springs Carnegie Library

People who are familiar with the area and like helping others are needed to assist at the chamber. Information: 685-5089.

People to help with the office, worship services and pantry are all needed and welcomed.

103 Pawnee Ave. Information: 685-5255.

Heritage Center

Interested in serving on a citizen’s group to

See VOLUNTEER/page 15

September 22, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 13

Health Events General Wellness

Anna’s Apothecary: Check website for hours, classes, curbside pickup and other offerings. 116 Cañon Ave. Information: www.annasapothecary.com or 685-2260.

Manitou Chiropractic: Walk-ins only.

Open noon-6 p.m. Mondays and 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays. 114 Cañon Ave. Information: 685-1155.

Springs Community Acupuncture: Affordable acupuncture in an open setting. Patients pay what they can afford on a $30-$50 sliding scale. First appointment includes an additional one-time $20 intake fee. Open daily, hours vary. Call to book an appointment.

Information: www.springscommunity acupuncture.com or 464-5211.

Fitness Classes

SunWater Spa: Check website for class schedule and virtual and in-person offerings. Reservations required. Open 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays.

Information: www.sunwellness.net or 695-7007.

Outdoor Recreation Fountain Creek and Bear Creek Nature Centers: Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tuesdays-Saturdays. 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, and 245 Bear Creek Road. Information: communityservices. elpasoco.com/parks-and-recreation or 520-7529.

The Manitou Incline is open 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m., but a reservation is required.

Reservations can be made for free, up to one month in advance, at coloradosprings.gov/parks/page/ manitou-incline or by calling 385-5940.

Manitou Spokes: Rides are for people with all abilities. Rides begin at Buffalo Lodge and end at local establishments — please support these amazing local hosts. 5 p.m. Tuesdays. 2 El Paso Blvd.

Information: Del Hokanson at peteanddel@gmail.com or search for “Manitou Spokes” on Facebook.

Spirituality

Living Springs Church: Nondenominational fellowship, teaching, prayer and worship. Free valet parking.

10 a.m. Sundays. The Cliff House, Williams Canyon Room, 306 Cañon Ave. Information: livingspringschurch.co or 500-1220.

Community Congregational Church: Office hours 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Wednesdays-Fridays. Pantry hours 1-3

p.m. Fridays. Office volunteers, worship volunteers and pantry volunteers are all needed and welcomed. In-person worship, 10 a.m. Sundays. Livestream provided at facebook.com/ manitouchurch. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: facebook.com/ manitouchurch or 685-5255.

New Life Manitou: All are welcome. 10 a.m. Sundays at 455 El Paso Blvd.

Information: newlifechurch.org or 594-6602.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church: Mass services each week.

Parking is available at Miramont Castle.

If you park along Ruxton Avenue, you can obtain a parking pass from the hospitality minister at the church. 5 p.m.

Sundays. 218 Ruxton Ave. Information: www.sacredheartcos.org or 633-8711.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church: In-person and digital services at 10 a.m.

Sundays; see facebook.com/ standrewsmanitou. 808 Manitou Ave. Information: www.standrewsmanitou springs.org.

Support group Caring for Caregivers Workshops: Focused on medical professionals, first responders and essential workers, these Poetry Heals workshops are intended to provide tools for people to process the stress and trauma caused by working during the pandemic. Workshops are free, and are available as weekly drop-in virtual sessions, custom classes for co-workers attending a workshop together or as one-on-one sessions with a writing mentor. Drop-in programs begin at 6 p.m. Wednesdays; the others are available by appointment.

Information: 685-4114 or mollywingate@poetryheals.org.

Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance of Colorado Springs: Free and confidential eight-week, peer-led support groups that promote personal growth, wellness and recovery for those living with a mood disorder (depression, bipolar, anxiety, PTSD). Offering groups for adults, later life, teens and young adults, women, veterans and their family and friends. For more information, visit DBSAColoradoSprings.org, call 477-1515 or email help@ dbsacoloradosprings.org.

To submit a calendar listing (at least 10 days before your event), email calendars@ pikespeakbulletin.com or mail a typed announcement to: Pikes Peak Bulletin, attn. Calendars, 513 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs 80829

Ongoing Community Manitou Community Church Food Pantry: Everyone is welcome; no vouchers or identification required. Provided by Westside CARES and Manitou Community Church volunteers. 1-3 p.m. Fridays. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: www. manitouchurch.org or 685-5255.

Care and Share Food Pantry: Open to Manitou residents at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 808 Manitou Ave. Food is provided in bags at the Parish Hall door to ensure the safety of participants and volunteers. 1-2 p.m. Wednesdays. Information: Michelle Tomasik at 367-9152.

Connections Café Senior Nutrition Program: Seniors will be given meals at Parish Hall while social distancing.

Reservations are recommended. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 808 Manitou Ave. Information: silverkey.org/services/ connections-café or contact the Silver Key Silver Line at 884-2300.

Living Faith Church of the Nazarene Food Pantry: Everyone welcome; no ZIP code boundaries and no identification or Social Security number required. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sundays. 2120 King St. (turn east off 30th Street).

Trinity United Methodist Church: Distributing USDA Emergency Food Assistance commodities. No voucher needed, but must have identification and live in El Paso County. 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays. 701 N. 20th St. Information: www.trinityumc.org or 633-9295.

Westside Community Center: No voucher required. 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays. 1628 W. Bijou St. Information: westsidecares.org or 389-0759.

Pikes Peak United Way 2-1-1: Call for referrals for food, housing, utilities, home repairs, shelter, military assistance, senior support and mental health. Due to high call volume, please be patient; you will be helped. Information: www.ppunitedway. org/2-1-1 or dial 2-1-1.

WIC Services: Please call 578-3199, option 6, to make an appointment. 7:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m. weekdays. 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Road, 97 Widefield Blvd. and 2948 E. Fountain Blvd. Information: www. elpasocountyhealth.org/service/wic or 578-3199.

First Aid, CPR, AED Classes for private groups: This American Red Cross course will prepare your group to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children and infants. The blended learning course includes an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skill session. Upon completion, participants will receive

certification through the American Red Cross valid for two years from completion date.

Participants must be at least 16 years old. The classroom portion can take place at Fountain Creek or Bear Creek nature center by appointment only. $75 per person with a maximum of four people per group.

Information: www.elpasocountynature centers.com or 520-6977.

Arts and Entertainment Space Foundation Discovery Center: Purchasing tickets online in advance is strongly suggested. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tuesdays-Saturdays. 4425 Arrowswest Drive.

Information: discoverspace.org or 576-8000.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo: Check website for attraction closures and restrictions. Timed e-ticket admission with a reserved arrival time is required. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road. Information: cmzoo.org or 633-9925.

Local Group

Concrete Couch Programming: Concrete Couch has ongoing programs featuring a variety of topics. 1100 S. Royer St. Information: concretecouch.org.

Local Heritage

Historic Speaker Series: The Manitou Springs Heritage Center has uploaded two decades of videos featuring distinguished speakers discussing a variety of history topics. Watch for free at www.manitou springsheritagecenter.org/2020/08/28/ historic-speaker-series-1998-2004.

Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center: Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Free online programs are also available. 1805 N. 30th St. Information: 634-6666 or gardenofgods.com.

Cripple Creek District Museum: Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. 510 Bennett Ave. Information: cripplecreekmuseum.com or 689-9540.

Old Colorado City History Center: Museum, exhibits and bookstore/gift shop. Free admission, program costs may vary. Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 1 S. 24th St. Information: 636-1225 or occhs.org.

Miramont Castle: Open 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Tuesdays-Sundays. No reservations required.

Tea room is offering high tea, light Victorian tea and a prince/princess tea with seatings at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. TuesdaysSundays. Reservations required. 9 Capitol Hill Ave. Information: miramontcastle.org or 884-4109.

Groups or organizations still operating but not listed here should contact the Bulletin via email at calendars@pikespeakbulletin.com.

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September 22, 2022

Treasurer wants to return unclaimed property to local entities Colorado State Treasurer Dave Young is focusing on schools that have lost track of property such as gift certificates, tax refunds, unpaid wages or uncashed checks.

But schools aren’t the only entities that have funds sitting in the state treasury.

To search, just type “Manitou” in the name field.

The amounts range from 80 cents to more than $250.

Last fiscal year, the Great Colorado Payback returned almost $50 million to nearly 55,000 claimants through the Unclaimed Property Division. To simplify the claims process, a pilot program that proactively returns funds was started, returning $4.1 million to 13,700 rightful owners without requiring additional paperwork for identification purposes.

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Carnivale 2005 needs a few volunteers for a variety of functions before Parade day and on the day of the Parade. Helping organize the marchers, serving as a runner, helping refurbish some of the giant puppets and masks and helping with post-Parade clean-up are among the tasks at hand. Those wishing to volunteer should call the Chamber of Commerce at 685-5089.

Marchers are sought too.

Pre-registration is not necessary, just be in costume at Memorial Park between noon and 12:30 p.m. Feb. 5. Groups, including musical groups, and individuals are welcome. Floats must be human powered since motorized vehicles are not allowed.

Kelly Johnston’s second grade class at Manitou Elementary, led by Isabel Dufford, behind the large glass jar full of coins in the center, spearheaded the MSES tsunami relief effort at MSES and was soon joined by many all the other classes in the school. The cause has been taken up by students in all four district schools, at the initiative of the students themselves. See story, page 4.

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Archer’s talk launches Historical Speaker Series

The 2005 Historical Speaker Series will present Dr. Lewis Archer as its opening speaker Jan. 16 at 3 p.m. in the Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee. The subject of his talk will be “The Broken Hear t of William Bell.” Dr. Archer has been an historical speaker in past years and attributes his interest in Manitou Springs’ history to his relocation here 13 years ago. He is a retired English professor from Whitwor th College in Spokane, Wash. His lecture is free and open to the public.

The other scheduled 2005 speakers and their topics are: Feb. 6, Deborah Harrison, “Historic Hotels of Manitou.”

Feb. 20, Nelson Rieger, “Early Colorado Artists of the Pikes Peak Region.”

March 6, Kathleen Morrow, “Health of the Environment and Man.” March 20, Cathy Spalding, “The Archival History of Manitou.”

The talks are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

By Jack Elder

City Finance Director Mike Leslie reported to City Council at Tuesday’s work session that there was approximately $32,000 available for implementing changes in the zoning code and related public processes for 2005.

The recommendations submitted by consultant HB&A were itemized and came with the cost of each item included. HB&A will be contracted to perform the work of revising the code and establishing revised processes so the recommendations also served as a de facto bid on each item even though the firm’s involvement to date eliminates the requirement for a new bidding process.

The 12 items on the HB&A list total nearly $91,000.

HB&A also indicated several, mostly procedural changes, that can contribute to a more efficient and less contentious process that can be implemented in-house at no cost.

Operating within the $32,000 available this year, council identified the creation of approval criteria for each zoning category, including downtown, projected to cost $20,000; revising and updating the public process, projected to cost $9,100; reevaluating the setback requirements in the general residential zone, which consumes as much as one-third of planning staff’s time, projected to cost $5,000 and adopting and implementing the National Fire Prevention Association’s standard 299 at a projected cost of $3,600.

The NFPA standard would provide clear-cut guidelines, especially for construction on upslopes, where none exist now and thereby eliminate considerable negotiation,

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reports, hearings and general misunderstanding and arguments.

Representatives of HB&A, City Council and members of city staff will now meet to finalize costs.

At press time, it was not anticipated that further formalize action would be necessary to start the zoning and planning revision process as outlined Tuesday.

Following Monday’s open house with finalists for the City Administrator position and a closed executive session Tuesday to review the candidates and the interview process that took place Monday, City Council appears to be embarking on final discussions with one or more candidates. Details from council executive sessions are, by law, not made public The four finalists are Elizabeth Black, District Manager for the Copper Mountain Consolidated Metropolitan District in Colorado; David Blanchard, City Manager of Blackhawk, Colo., from 2000 to 2003; Catherine Green, Director of Planning for the City of Pueblo from 1992 to 2004; and, Rick Sonnenburg, Town Manager of Monument.

Bentley Henderson, Assistant Town Manager of Carbondale, Colo., withdrew from the process Friday The candidates were interviewed Monday by a panel of Colorado city managers and by City Council. The four then met with members of the public and with members of city staff.

No public timetable has been set for the final hiring.

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Money or property turned over to the State Treasury for safekeeping is held for the owner or heir of the account and there are no time limits for filing a claim.

The Colorado State Treasurer maintains a list of more than 1.7 million names of individuals, as well as schools, for whom property is available, including more than $960 million total.

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Sept. 12

Manitou Springs Police officers responded to a dog bite report in the 900 block of Manitou Avenue. They followed up at a later date; the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region responded and is leading the investigation.

Sept. 13

An accident involving three vehicles occurred at Garden of the Gods Place and Manitou Avenue.

Vehicles were damaged.

MSPD officers checking a homeless camp near westbound U.S. Highway 24 and South 31st Street found a person with a misdemeanor warrant. The suspect was transported to the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center.

Officers responded to a reported theft in the 900 block of Manitou Avenue. The victim stated they had left a diaper bag in the area and when they came back to retrieve it, it was gone. The suspect used credit cards to purchase liquor at a nearby store.

The victim retrieved photos of the suspect, who appears to be a transient.

While in the 3100 block of West

Colorado Avenue, MSPD recovered a license plate stolen in Colorado Springs.

Officers attempted to stop a vehicle near North 30th and Kiowa streets after the driver nearly caused an accident, but the driver continued leaving the scene at a high speed.

MSPD did not pursue, but officers are investigating the driver’s identity.

Sept. 14

An abandoned recreational vehicle was towed from the 100 block of El Paso Boulevard.

Sept. 16

MSPD stopped a vehicle in the 100 block of Manitou Avenue. The driver was found to have multiple warrants for his arrest and was displaying fictitious registration. He was issued a personal recognizance bond, and was cited and released.

Officers stopped a vehicle in the 100 block of Manitou Avenue and discovered that a passenger had an arrest warrant. The suspect was taken into custody and booked into CJC. MSPD stopped a vehicle for multiple traffic offenses. The driver was wanted for a local misdemeanor and was transported to CJC.

Sept. 17

Multiple vehicles were towed from Manitou and Ruxton avenues after being parked illegally during the Pikes Peak Ascent.

Officers responded to a traffic accident near eastbound Highway 24 and Manitou Avenue. Vehicles were damaged, but no one was injured.

Sept. 18

A burglary was reported at a business in the 900 block of Manitou Avenue. MSPD found the front window had been broken and items might have been taken from the display. The investigation is ongoing.

At 0430 hours, an illegally parked vehicle was towed from the 700 block of Manitou Avenue.

While checking on the welfare of someone in the 100 block of Manitou Avenue, officers found the suspect had warrants for an out-of-county felony and a local misdemeanor. The suspect was transported to CJC. MSPD and the Manitou Springs Fire Department responded to a report of an unconscious man in the 1000 block of Manitou Avenue. He was not identified before being transported to a local hospital. His belongings were collected and stored in MSPD safekeeping.

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COURT UPDATE Former Manitou Springs High school teacher Matthew Barton, accused of sexual assault on a student, is scheduled to appear at a hearing on Wednesday, Sept. 28. A pre-trial readiness conference is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 4, and his jury trial is set to start Monday, Oct. 10, according to the Colorado Judicial Branch’s online docket.

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September 22, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 15

Live Music Friday, Sept. 23

Armadillo Ranch, Eternal Temples, 9 p.m.

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Edith Makes a Paper Chain, 6:30 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 30

Armadillo Ranch, Jesh Yancey & the High Hopes, 2 p.m.

Kinfolks, Feelin’ Good, 8 p.m.

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Folk ’n‘ Flannel Festival, 2 p.m.

Manitou Art Center, Curtis Boucher, 5 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, Dave Cowart, 6 p.m.

Lulu’s, Zach Deputy with Khaliko, Billy Cobham 8 p.m.

Manitou Winery, Mallory Ferraro, 5:30 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, Thomas Andrew, 6 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 24

Armadillo Ranch, Family Elephant, 9 p.m.

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, John Spangler and Band, 7 p.m.

Front Range Barbeque, Chauncy Crandall, 3 p.m.

Kinfolks, Dezi & Friends, 8 p.m.

Lulu’s, Zach Deputy, 8 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, Jesh Yancey & the High Hopes, 8 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, McCall’s Duo, 6 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 25

Armadillo Ranch, Rafiel, 2 p.m.

Lulu’s, Joe Kaplow, 2 p.m.

Lulu’s, Albert Cummings, 7:30 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.m.

Trails End Taproom, bluegrass jam, 3 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 26

Armadillo Ranch, Tidal Breeze Presents Jazz & Blues, 6 p.m.

CK Comics, open mic, 8 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 27

Armadillo Ranch, karaoke, 9 p.m.

Jives Coffee Lounge, folk jam, 7 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, karaoke, 8 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, open mic, 9 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 28

Front Range Barbeque, Grass It Up, 6:30 p.m.

Kinfolks, open mic, 7:30 p.m.

Lulu’s, French Cassettes, Fire Motel, 8 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 29

Armadillo Ranch, Barely Garcia, 8 p.m.

Jives Coffee Lounge, Irish music series, 7:30 p.m.

Lulu’s, Susto, King Cardinal, 8 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, karaoke, 9 p.m.

Lulu’s, Adam Cayton-Holland with Andie Maine, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 1

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Folk ’n‘ Flannel Festival, 2 p.m.

Lulu’s, Mapache, 8 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, The West Side Rhythm Kings, 8 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, Sealock & German, 6 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 2

Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.m.

Monday, Oct. 3

CK Comics, open mic, 8 p.m.

CITY BRIEFS Blood donations urgently needed

A blood drive is scheduled for 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 28, at Memorial Hall (606 Manitou Ave.). Please take the time to participate, as there is an urgent need for blood.

To sign up, please visit donors.vitalant.org/ dwp/portal/dwa, search for “80829” and select the date 9/28.

Chipper Day scheduled for Sept. 24 The city will host an opportunity to help Manitou Springs residents clear their property of tree branches and debris from fire mitigation.

It will take place 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (last load accepted at 3:30 p.m.) Saturday, Sept. 24, at the Public Works Facility, 101 Banks Place.

Tree limbs can be any length but must be less than 4 inches in diameter. Shrubs are allowed if the root ball has been removed.

No construction materials, bags of leaves, grass clippings or other waste will be accepted.

Tuesday, Oct. 4

Armadillo Ranch, karaoke, 9 p.m.

Jives Coffee Lounge, folk jam, 7 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, karaoke, 8 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, open mic, 9 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 5

Front Range Barbeque, CountyWyde, 6:30 p.m.

Kinfolks, open mic, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 6

Jives Coffee Lounge, Irish music series, 7:30 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, karaoke, 9 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 7

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Key West Drew, 7 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, Interrobang, 6 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 8

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Wirewood Station, 7 p.m.

Lulu’s, Jason Eady with Ben Danaher, 8 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, Blue Fog, 8 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, Emily Navarro, 6 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 9

Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.m.

To submit a live music listing, email calendars@pikespeakbulletin.com at least 10 days before your event. We welcome high-res photos of bands, which will run if space allows.

VOLUNTEER/from page 12 collaborate with Manitou Springs City Council and the Pikes Peak Library District to help ensure the Manitou library stays a Carnegie library for next 100 years? If so, please send your name and contact information to preserveMScarnegie@ gmail.com.

Trail Ambassador Program

The Trails and Open Space Coalition is managing this effort to enhance experiences in local parks by providing environmental education, promoting safety and acting as the “eyes and ears” about what happens there. Training is provided.

Information: www.trailsandopenspaces.org/ get-involved/programs.

Old Colorado City History Center

People with computer skills, history re-enactors (actors), bookstore help and general help at events are needed. Stop by 1 S. 24th St. or call 719-636-1225 and leave a message for Director Barb Sweat. Information: occhs.org.

Friends of the Peak

The FotP group is accepting applications for those interested in volunteering as a board member or field staff. FotP has opportunities throughout the year to work on Pikes Peak trails. Information: friendsofthepeak.org.

Send complete information about volunteer needs to editor@pikespeakbulletin.com.

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September 22, 2022

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that MANITOU SPRINGS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION will hold a Public Hearing scheduled for: WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 5, 2022 @ 6:00 P.M. This will be an in-person meeting.

Please contact the Planning Department by phone at 719-685-4398 or by email at planningdept@manitouspringsco.gov with any questions and for instructions on how to participate. The meeting will be held at City Hall at 606 Manitou Avenue.

The following are the agenda items: Public Hearing with KALYN GARNER, Applicant, for a MATERIAL CHANGE OF APPEARANCE CERTIFICATION for Window Replacements for MCAC 2212 at 1118 MANITOU AVENUE

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Public Hearing with MICHELLE ANTHONY, Applicant, on behalf of ILA QUINN, Owner, for a MATERIAL CHANGE OF APPEARANCE CERTIFICATION for elevation change for accessory structure for MCAC 2213 at 357 PILOT KNOB AVENUE

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Public Hearing with JANE TURNIS and WARREN EPSTIEN, Applicants, for a MATERIAL CHANGE OF APPEARANCE CERTIFICATION for Deck Railing Replacement Above Garage for MCAC 2215 at 50 GRAND AVENUE

Universal Crossword answer/see page 18 The Historic Preservation Commission will not discuss any item(s) postponed or withdrawn from this meeting. Items heard by the Commission requiring final City Council approval will be scheduled for a Council meeting following the Historic Preservation Commission recommendation.

For more information or to make comments regarding the above items, please contact the Planning Department (719-685-4398).

INTERESTED PARTIES ARE INVITED TO ATTEND. Publication Date: September 22, 2022 Published in Pikes Peak Bulletin

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COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200384 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On June 21, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): Letha Pauline Friess Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”) as nominee for Adams Mortgage, LLC., Its Successors and Assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: NewRez LLC, F/K/A New Penn Financial, LLC, D/B/A Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Date of Deed of Trust: March 31, 2014 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 01, 2014 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 214026624 Original Principal Amount: $172,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $153,050.51 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 4, VALLEY HI SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2839 Valley Hi Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.

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 on Wednesday, 10/19/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 8/25/2022 Last Publication: 9/22/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 06/21/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230 Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-22-938426-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

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200386 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On June 21, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): LEVI A. PRESLEY and KACI PRESLEY Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Date of Deed of Trust: February 25, 2011 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 28, 2011 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 211020517 Original Principal Amount: $188,977.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $171,084.74 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 of the terms thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 5, BLOCK 1, VISTA GRANDE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 6, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, AS AMENDED BY ENGINEER’S STATEMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 17, 1969 IN BOOK 2323 AT PAGE 496, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 4570 DEL VERDE DR, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80918.

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 on Wednesday, 10/19/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 8/25/2022 Last Publication: 9/22/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 06/21/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978 Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700 Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000009409152 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. EPC202200392 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On June 21, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): CHAD BRIXON WHITE AND SUZANNE IVIE WHITE Original Beneficiary(ies): WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Mortgage Assets Management, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: March 26, 2010 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 31, 2010 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 210029820 Original Principal Amount: $247,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $94,301.47 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: the borrowers are deceased and the property is not the primary residence of at least one surviving borrower.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 9, BLOCK 2, VISTA GRANDE WEST FILING NO. 1, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO, COUNTY, COLORADO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK P-2 AT PAGE 35.

COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 5136 VILLA CIR, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80918.

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 on Wednesday, 10/19/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 8/25/2022 Last Publication: 9/22/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 06/21/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978 Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700 Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000009309386 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

September 22, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 17 LEGAL NOTICES

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200399 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On June 28, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): Gladys B. Davis Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”) as nominee for Peoples Mortgage Corporation, Its Successors and Assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: February 25, 2011 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 01, 2011 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 211021117 Original Principal Amount: $85,769.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $61,535.08 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 45 FEET OF THE EAST 37.8 FEET OF LOT 50, BRISTOLS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 809 E Kiowa Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.

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 on Wednesday, 10/26/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 9/1/2022 Last Publication: 9/29/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 06/28/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230 Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-22-938631-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

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200415 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 5, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): PAUL R SUKSI Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR ABUNDANCE MORTGAGE, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK as successor in interest to JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for Centex Home Equity Loan Trust 2005-A Date of Deed of Trust: September 13, 2004 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 23, 2004 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 204160396 Original Principal Amount: $79,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $54,691.36 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 8, IN BLOCK 7 IN VISTA GRANDE TERRACE FILING NO. 10, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO A.P.N. #: 6315304044 Also known by street and number as: 5550 DEL PAZ DRIVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80918.

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 on Wednesday, 11/02/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 9/8/2022 Last Publication: 10/6/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 07/05/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Norton #34861 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-027411 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 RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201601071 Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date.

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On June 21, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): DARRYEL W. CRAWFORD Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: SELENE FINANCE LP Date of Deed of Trust: February 22, 2008 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 03, 2008 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 208024575 Original Principal Amount: $152,840.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $141,338.11 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 173, PIKES PEAK PARK SUBDIVISION NUMBER 20, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 1936 FERNWOOD DRIVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910.

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 on Wednesday, 10/19/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 9/1/2022 Last Publication: 9/29/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 06/21/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 16-010212 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. EPC202200416 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 5, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): KEVIN R RYAN Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for COUNTRYWIDE BANK, FSB Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2018-B Date of Deed of Trust: August 08, 2007 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: August 29, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 207112942 Original Principal Amount: $272,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $379,365.26 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 of the terms thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 32, PINON VALLEY, FILING NO. 7, COUNTY OF EL PASO STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 5535 SAMPLE WAY, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80919.

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 on Wednesday, 11/02/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 9/8/2022 Last Publication: 10/6/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 07/05/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978 Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700 Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000009057134 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. EPC202200430 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 12, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): Billie C. Turner and Louise M. Turner Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for CLEARPATH LENDING, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Date of Deed of Trust: February 06, 2020 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 20, 2020 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 220023809 Original Principal Amount: $163,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $163,000.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 69 IN STRATMOOR SOUTH SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 3, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 4445 Millburn Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80906.

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 on Wednesday, 11/09/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 9/15/2022 Last Publication: 10/13/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 07/12/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Heather Deere #28597 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # CO11530 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. EPC202200436 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 12, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): Wade W. Baxter Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for GreenPoint Mortgage Funding, Inc., its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. Bank NA, successor trustee to Bank of America, NA, successor in interest to LaSalle Bank NA, as trustee, on behalf of the holders of the Washington Mutual Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, WMALT Series 2006-3 Date of Deed of Trust: January 17, 2006 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: January 23, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 206009488 Original Principal Amount: $247,200.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $259,828.98 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 14, 15 and 16, Block 47, Thompson’s Resubdivision of Blocks 46, 47, 50, 52, 53 and 54 and Block 49, except the northerly 10 feet of Lot 3 and Block 51, except Lot 5, Town of Palmer Lake, County of El Paso, State of Colorado. **This loan has been modified by a Home Affordable Modification Agreement having an effective date of February 1, 2016.

Also known by street and number as: 400 Thompson Place, Palmer Lake, CO 80133.

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 on Wednesday, 11/09/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 9/15/2022 Last Publication: 10/13/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 07/12/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Heather Deere #28597 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # CO10696 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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September 22, 2022

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Where is it

UNIVERSAL CROSSWORD Edited by David Steinberg

“ALTERNATIVE SPACES”

By Drew Schmenner

Can you guess what the picture is?

If so, email your answer to editor@pikespeakbulletin.com

Last week’s answer: Lisette and Mike Casey identified it as the dedication plaque at the Manitou Pool & Fitness Center, 202 Manitou Ave.

Happy Cats Haven – Pet of the Week Hi, I’m Sage, a sweet little pantherette with sleek black fur and bright yellow eyes. I was brought to Happy Cats when my humans were no longer able to care for me. I was very much loved in my previous home and I’m looking for a furever home with people who like to cuddle and are willing to share a pillow at bedtime!

When it’s playtime, I’ll be the first to entertain! I’ll do well in a home with gentle kids but I do not get along with dogs; they scare me. I’m about 6 and a half years old. You can adopt me for $80, which includes my spay, vaccinations, microchip, food and litter starter kit, and a free well-kitty checkup.

Happy Cats Haven: 719-362-4600, 327 Manitou Ave. Adoptions by appointment only until further notice. www.HappyCatsHaven.org, www.Facebook.com/HappyCatsHaven.

Humane Society – Pet of the Week Hear ye, hear ye! The Princess has arrived! I’m a 9-month-old white and brown tiger longhair cat who’s ready to find my new castle to call home. I’m currently reigning over the HSPPR’s cat colony room, as that’s where I get to interact with people and other cats all day. HSPPR staffers call me a sweet girl because I just want love and attention. I’ll meow and purr with joy when I’m receiving pets and scratches behind the ears. I also have a social personality and enjoy playing with my toys. My adoption is $100, and I come with a voucher for a veterinary exam, vaccinations, 30 days of pet health insurance and a microchip, and I am already spayed. Just ask for Princess (1602555).

Humane Society: 719-473-1741, 610 Abbot Lane. Call for hours. www.hsppr.org.

ACROSS 1 Muppet with a talk show 5 Group of schemers 10 One lasts 1,408 hours on Mercury 13 Closes in on 15 American landmark to remember?

16 Prefix with “center” 17 Wiggle room?

19 Orangutan, for one 20 Reeves in “The Matrix” 21 More, in Spanish 22 “___ be OK” 23 Noodle about as thick as spaghetti 25 Escape room?

27 Non-earthlings, briefly 30 Littlest piggies 32 Sweet potato 33 Quick snack 35 Messenger molecule 36 Tasted or tested 38 Dark room?

42 Guiding beliefs

43 Mr. Spock’s pointed feature 44 Angelic aura 45 One billion years, officially 46 “Piece of cake” or “pie in the sky” 48 Like an awesome party 49 Press room?

52 Neighbor of Vietnam 54 They’re exchanged at weddings 55 Trains to Wrigley Field 57 Ballet skirts 60 Inconsequential flaw 61 Cutting room?

64 Prominent dad bod feature 65 Houston ballplayer 66 Bert’s BFF 67 Punk relative 68 Jean Valjean’s crime 69 Smoothie shop green DOWN 1 Final chapter, say 2 Pipe puncture

© 2022 Universal Uclick | www.upuzzles.com

3 Feature of Simba but not Nala 4 Killer whales 5 47-Down predator 6 Reunion attendee, for short 7 Incredible person, slangily 8 Pennsylvania sect 9 Bathroom, across the pond 10 Genre for Possessed 11 Mac maker 12 Word on a triangular street sign 14 Herr : German :: ___ : Spanish 18 City surroundings 22 Old Testament prophet whose name has four vowels 24 ___ Domini 26 “Jane ___” (Bronte novel) 27 Counterpart of flow 28 One of 100 in Scrabble

29 New Hampshire’s “Live Free or Die,” e.g.

31 Strained 34 Reverberates 36 Like a husky voice 37 Cold cuts seller 39 King ___ (movie monster) 40 Follow surreptitiously 41 Go bad 46 Words said while rushing off 47 Squeaky household pest 49 Door joint 50 Hatred 51 “Oof, that’s terrible!”

53 Barren 56 Ride a wave 58 Wrist-elbow connector 59 Brown supply for one with a green thumb 61 Slugger’s implement 62 Little one 63 Jennifer Affleck, ___ Lopez

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September 22, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 19 LEGAL NOTICES

COUNCIL BILL NO. 3722

ORDINANCE NO. 2022 ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MANITOU SPRINGS, COLORADO, ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 12.38 TO THE MANITOU SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING A TREE COMMITTEE, STANDARDS FOR TREE CARE ON CITY PROPERTY, AND PROTECTION OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE HERITAGE TREES _________________________ Passed on second reading and adopted by Council this 20th day of September 2022.

Mayor, John Graham Attest: City Clerk, Judy Morgan Published: September 22, 2022 (by title) Pikes Peak Bulletin COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200405 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On June 28, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): Christopher J. Dudley and Lesya Zagoruychenko Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Freedom Mortgage Corporation Date of Deed of Trust: September 04, 2020 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 14, 2020 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 220142461 Original Principal Amount: $256,462.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $254,666.31 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. Attached as Exhibit “A” EPC202200405 Exhibit A The Land referred to herein below is situated in the County of EL PASO, State of CO, and is described as follows: Condominium Unit 105, Building 13, Eaglepointe Townhomes – a Condominium Community, according to the Declaration thereof filed for record in the records of the Office of the Clerk and Recorder of El Paso County, State of Colorado, on October 4, 2005, under Reception No. 205156410, and as defined and described in the Condominium Map for Eaglepoint Townhomes – a Condominium Community, Phase 2, recorded June 16, 2006, under Reception No. 206600779.

Being the same property as conveyed from Eaglepointe Venture, LLC, to Christopher J. Dudley, as set forth in Deed Instrument #216136203, dated

11/22/2016, recorded 11/23/2016, El Paso County, Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 5929 Eagle Glen Vw, 105, Colorado Springs, CO 80919.

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 on Wednesday, 10/26/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 9/1/2022 Last Publication: 9/29/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 06/28/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # CO11629 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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COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200451 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 19, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): Julie Day Original Beneficiary(ies): KeyBank National Association Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: KeyBank, NA Date of Deed of Trust: July 28, 2004 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: August 02, 2004 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 204129291 Original Principal Amount: $23,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $20,235.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 18, BLOCK 25, PARK HILL SUBDIVISION NO. 4, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 3656 Brentwood Ter, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.

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 on Wednesday, 11/16/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 9/22/2022 Last Publication: 10/20/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 07/19/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230 Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-22-937486-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

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200455 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 19, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): Baldomero Cantu IV and Xochiquetzal O. Cantu Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for New Day Financial, LLC, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: New Day Financial, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: January 31, 2020 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 07, 2020 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 220018015 Original Principal Amount: $330,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $319,966.16 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 8 IN SPRING CREEK TRADITIONAL NEIGHBORHOOD FILING NO. 1, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2254 Saint Paul Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80910-3208.

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 on Wednesday, 11/16/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 9/22/2022 Last Publication: 10/20/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 07/19/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # CO11728 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. EPC202200408 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On June 28, 2022, 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 El Paso records.

Original Grantor(s): ROBERT H. WHITE AND MARJORIE V. WHITE Original Beneficiary(ies): BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO. OF COLORADO Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE CIM TRUST 2021-R2, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2021-R2 Date of Deed of Trust: November 25, 2002 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 04, 2002 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 202213963 Original Principal Amount: $85,715.51 Outstanding Principal Balance: $55,303.73 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 6, EXCEPT THE EAST 25 FEET THEREOF, AND EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED BY DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 483 AT PAGE 443, ALL OF LOT 7 AND LOT 8, EXCEPT THE WEST 2 FEET AND 6 INCHES OF THE NORTH 72 FEET THEREOF, CAPITOL HILL SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF MANITOU SPRINGS, FORMERLY THE TOWN OF MANITOU SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 1 4 4 R U X T O N AV E , M A N I T O U SPRINGS, CO 80829.

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 on Wednesday, 10/26/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, 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: 9/1/2022 Last Publication: 9/29/2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin 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: 06/28/2022 Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978 Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700 Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000009415415 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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September 22, 2022

Pikes Peak

Ascent and Marathon PIKES PEAK ASCENT Women 1. Nienke Frederiek Brinkman, Zurich, Switzerland, 2:27:26 2. Maude Mathys, Ollon, Switzerland, 2:2:40 3. Sophia Laukli, Salt Lake City, 2:34:30 4. Allie McLaughlin, Colorado Springs, 2:39:40 5. Kim Dobson, Eagle, 2:40:45 6. Blandine L’hirondel, Mende, France, 2:44:17 7. Bailey M. Kowalczyk, Nederland, 2:46:43 8. Elise Margaux Poncet, Saint Gervais Les Bains, France, 2:47:30 9. EmKay Sullivan, Reno, 2:48:37 10. Sara Alonso, San Sebastian, Spain, 2:49:21 Manitou finishers 71. Lindsay Jefferson, 4:01:44 222. Gillian Murphy, 4:57.09 237. Rayna Lindsey, 5:01:18 428. Elizabeth Hall Roalstad, 5:51:37 Men 1. Rémi Bonnet, Charmey, Switzerland, 2:07:02 2. Daniel Osanz, Zaragoza, Spain, 2:08:42 3. Joseph Gray, Colorado Springs, 2:09:13 4. Eli Hemming, Louisville, 2:09:54 5. Francesco Puppi, Appiano Gentile, Italy, 2:12:56 6. Chad Hall, San Diego, 2:14:02 7. Anthony Felber, Poisy, France, 2:15:19 8. Sylvain Cachard, Gieres, France, 2:16:35 9. Henri Aymonod, Rhemes Saint Georges, Italy, 2:20:13 10. Ruy Ueda, Saitama, Japan, 2:20:58 Manitou finishers 77. Auston Sterling, 3:14:29 85. Jared Thompson, 3:19:16 124. Rick Webb, 3:32:34 130. Christopher B. Odekirk, 3:33:22 211. Julius Andy Kovats, 3:54:50 230. Devon Kelly, 3:58:06 298. Matthew C. Milar, 4:10:51 560. Roger Patrizio, 4:58:14 592, Scott Brooks, 5:05:30 633. Jack A. Gates, 5:14:31 678. Brad Holway, 5:26:11 680. Nathan Walker, 5:26:13

Jonathan Aziz runs toward the finish line on his way to winning the Marathon.

Spectators watch Ascent runners as they head for Ruxton Avenue.

PIKES PEAK MARATHON Women 1. Kristina M. Mascarenas, Colorado Springs, 4:37:31 2. Brittany Charboneau, Denver, 4:50:46 3. Peyton Alexandria Thomas, Hampstead, N.C., 5:19:05 4. Cori Slack, Colorado Springs, 5:36:25 5. Natascha Leonardo, Colorado Springs, 5:37:02 6. Sara Striegel, Colorado Springs, 5:41:50 7. Maria Fernanda Aquilar Alvarez, Naucalpan, Mexico, 5:42:32 8. Freya P. Stein, Spokane, Wash., 5:42:37 9. Jessica S. McCoy, Clarksville, Tenn., 5:44:05 10. Abbie Yellen, Colorado Springs, 5:44:54 Manitou finisher 99. Chandra Sunderhaus, 8:41:05 Men 1. Jonathan Aziz, Colorado Springs, 3:40:41 2. Noah Williams, Leadville, 3:41:27 3. Cam Smith, Crested Butte, 3:50:49 4. Michelino Sunseri, Driggs, Idaho, 3:52:11 5. Jackson Cole, Alamosa, 4:00:55 6. John Herrick, Boulder, 4:17:08 7. Andrew Wise, Denver, 4:19:27 8. Mario Alberto Ramiro Allende, Mexico City, 4:26:22 9. Sawyer F. Lincoln, Manitou Springs, 4:26:53 10. Drew S. Vidano, Monument, 4:34:04 Manitou finishers 24. David Burroughs, 5:05:00 97. Jorday A. Berson, 6:07:18 212. Christopher Hanlon, 7:05:40 218. Ronald K. McCall, 7:08:05 Information: pikespeakmarathon.org

Photos by Bryan Oller

A supporter cheers on Miriam Mouchet of Albuquerque as she runs the Ascent.

Marathon runners wend their way through downtown Manitou Springs.