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October 6, 2022 Vol. 21, No. 46 Serving Manitou Springs, Old Colorado City and Lower Ute Pass

Homecoming

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City Council approves new water tank construction

Parade

By William J. Dagendesh Manitou Springs City Council granted JDS Hydro Consultants Inc. approval to build a second water storage tank.

The announcement was made during the Oct. 4 meeting; council voted 6-0 to approve building an $818,000 epoxy-coated bolted tank near the existing Mesa tank beginning in late 2023. Mayor Pro Tem John Shada was excused from the meeting.

Gwen Dall, an engineer with JDS Hydro Consultants, said the advantage of building next to the existing tank is that the city owns the land. However, it is a smaller site and is difficult to access.

Dall discussed the pros and cons of concrete, bolted steel and welded carbon steel tanks. She said welded carbon steel has fewer connections to allow leakage and can be re-coated in the field. The disadvantage is that it must be re-coated every 15 years, requires the most

Hundreds of people crowded Manitou Avenue sidewalks — and at least one rooftop — on Friday, Sept.

30, to watch the annual celebration of School District 14 students.

Athletics teams rode on Manitou Springs Fire Department trucks and in buses, and graduates returned for the district’s 150th anniversary.

Above, band students Patrick Mead-Clark, left, Jason Jones and Becket Wendell-Evans march with alumnus Taylor Weimer, Manitou Springs Middle School band teacher, right.

Left, Members of the girls cross-country team peek out of bus windows during the parade.

From left: Kara Donegan, Ellen Lowe and Rylynne Murphy Skillen.

More parade photos page 12

See COUNCIL/page 3

Photos by Rhonda Van Pelt

Indigenous People’s Day events will honor — and make — history

By Rhonda Van Pelt Manitou Springs is setting a precedent for other Colorado towns and cities.

“This is the very first Colorado community to actually do something with the native tribe by bringing the Ute people back to the area,” said Kenny Frost, spiritual leader of the Southern Ute tribe.

He’s one of the key people who have been working to organize the Indigenous People’s Day events, which start Saturday, Oct. 8.

Also helping with this historic occasion: Manuel Pulido and Michael Aku, Manitou residents of Apache heritage; Michael Howell, former collections manager at the Colorado Springs Fine Art Center and Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage board member; Lyn Ettinger-Harwell, SunWater Spa chief operating officer and chef; Don Goede, SunWater co-owner; and Mayor John Graham.

An initial committee was formed last November on the heels of Manitou’s inaugural

Indigenous People’s Day, Graham said. On Feb. 6, 2021, City Council unanimously approved the second Monday in October as the day to honor the region’s original inhabitants.

It replaces the day named for Christopher Columbus, now widely viewed as a rapist and killer of North America’s native inhabitants.

Graham explained that the committee was formed mainly to apply for a Manitou Arts,

See INDIGENOUS/page 9

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MANITOU SPRINGS

SCHOOL DISTRICT 14

GO MUSTANGS!

MANITOU SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL • UTE PASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL • MANITOU SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL • MANITOU SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL

MSMS Students and the Solar System

MSES Creek Week Cleanup

Middle school students get to experience hands-on learning about the solar system and phases of the moon in science classes!

UPES Receives Recognition

MSES Students from preschool through fifth grade participated in Creek Week 2022. It is truly the effort of a team and our village to support keeping our watershed healthy and clean. There are always cleaning highlights — like fifth grade finding a swimsuit, third grade finding an eyeball (Halloween toy!) and some serious little cleaners in preschool.

Great work, elementary students and staff!!

Homecoming

IMPORTANT DATES LATE START WEDNESDAYS:

Oct. 26 and Nov. 2, 9 and 16

STAFF WORKDAY, NO STUDENTS: Friday, Oct. 14

Green Mountain Falls Mayor Todd Dixon presented the Mayoral Appreciation Certificate to Principal Jacqueline Powell and UPES students for their work cleaning up and protecting the local watershed during Creek Week! Mayor Dixon recognized the continued Leave No Trace efforts as every UPES Student from preschool through sixth grade hiked all over Green Mountain Falls and Chipita Park to do their part to clean up trash and grow their team spirit!

CONFERENCES:

Thursday, Oct. 20 (12:30 dismissal) and Friday, Oct. 21 (no students)

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

UPES Sixth Grade After their trout eggs arrived this past week, sixth-graders in the Mountain Academy of Arts and Sciences at UPES will be studying the aspects of a trout habitat, their life cycle and what components make a healthful stream for them to grow!

Please check out our employment opportunities page to become a part of The Herd!

Angie Glass, MSHS alumna and Athletics and Activities administrative assistant, was a part of the team who brought back the “M” for Homecoming!

Parents, families and community members … we have openings for paraprofessionals and custodial support if you’re looking for another way to be involved in the district. We’d love to hear from you!

Marsha Weimer, HR specialist, mweimer@mssd14.org

MANITOU SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT 14 • 405 EL MONTE PLACE, MANITOU SPRINGS, COLORADO 80829 (719) 685-2024 • WWW.MSSD14.ORG • WWW.FLASHALERT.NET (FOR SCHOOL CLOSINGS)

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COUNCIL/from page 1 maintenance and carries a costly price tag.

A concrete tank lasts 100 years and doesn’t require re-coating. However, it has a higher price tag, requires more space and is difficult to build in mountainous areas.

A bolted steel tank offers lower fabrication, shipping and installation costs, and low maintenance and should be recoated 20-40 years after installation. The disadvantage is that its many connections equal many possible leakage points.

“This tank is easy to construct in a tighter footprint, has the advantage of having that factory-applied coating and has a longer time period between re-coating,” Dall said.

She offered two types of coating: fusion-bonded epoxy and glass-fused. Fusion-bonded coating costs about 25 percent less and can be re-coated, whereas glass-fused coating has a longer life span and is maintenance-free for up to 50 years.

A glass-fused epoxy-bolted tank costs about $2.3 million compared to the $1.9 million welded steel tank. Councilor Nancy Fortuin opted for the former.

“The trade-off (over 60-70 years) is well worth it,” Fortuin said.

Mayor John Graham said the epoxy-coated bolted tank is less expensive and would offer good results.

“It leaves us with money to bring the plant up to snuff, to refurbish our old tank and get us a little further down the road,” Graham said.

Public Information Officer Alex Trefry provided clarification between the ongoing sit-lie and obstruction ordinances. He said a proposed ordinance amended the sit-lie ordinance in June 2022. When that ordinance was voted down on second reading, council requested further discussion.

Trefry said Ordinance 2416 and Municipal Code 9.46 refer to prohibitions on sitting, lying and displaying items in the downtown area. Ordinance 2716 and Municipal Code 12.32 refers to prohibitions on obstruction.

Pikes Peak Bulletin 3 city of Manitou Springs,” said Councilor Judith “The city used to have a panhandling ordinance that was repealed because it was deemed potentialChandler, who read the proclamation. ly unconstitutional. So we, as well as many other City Planner Hannah Van Nimwegen-McGuire cities, transitioned over to a sit-lie ordinance, which thanked council members for their commitment to was enacted in 2016 and is currently in place,” her department’s work.

Trefry said.

“City planning can be very controversial. We The obstruction ordinance, enacted in 1974 and work to enforce the public’s general welfare, safety amended in 2016, also is in place. and health, and that can be very difficult to Trefry said that the sit-lie ordinance is intended determine,” she said. to preserve safe and unimpeded passage for Another proclamation recognized October as pedestrians and vehicular traffic. In contrast, the American Association of Code Enforcement obstruction ordinance regulates behavior on National Code Compliance Month. Councilor sidewalks, alleys and roads, Natalie Johnson read the and prohibits impeding proclamation. pedestrian or vehicular “Neighborhood service traffic in these locations. officers often have a “It’s meant for keeping challenging and demanding a free flow of traffic,” said role and often don’t receive Trefry, who provided a recognition for the job they diagram illustrating the do in improving living and differences. working conditions for “The sit-lie ordinance residents and businesses of prohibits traditional street local communities,” performing, which is how Johnson said. this discussion came about.

Additionally, this year There is no reference to — Hannah Van is the city’s second annual street performing in either Nimwegen-McGuire celebration since the of these ordinances,” he passage of Resolution No. said.

0421 designating the “The obstruction ordinance, in most scenarios, second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples permits street performing. Both are intended to Day. It honors the past, present and futures of create a better environment in Manitou Springs.

Native people throughout the nation.

They just work a little different,” Trefry added.

“We highly value and appreciate the good will “I think it’s important to keep people from of the Ute people, the host nation, in re-dedicating sleeping and obstructing our sidewalks, and at the both the Ute Indian trail and mineral springs, and same time find a way to permit street performing in wish to honor all the indigenous peoples and a manner that works both for the businesses and extend our friendship to them,” said Mayor John residents,” Councilor Julie Wolfe said.

Graham, who read the proclamation.

Also, three proclamations were read, the first Lastly, council voted 6-0 to approve a fiber recognizing October as Community Planning optic installation project at Higginbotham Flats and Month in conjunction with National Community a paving contract for Midland Avenue and Prospect Planning Month.

Place. Council also consented to install public art “National Community Planning Month gives us in 7 Minute Spring Park and at Hiawatha Gardens. the opportunity to publicly recognize the participaInformation: tinyurl.com/MSArtOctober. tion and dedication of members of planning Council’s next work session will start at 6 p.m. commissions and other citizen planners who have contributed their time and expertise to improving the Tuesday, Oct. 11.

We work to enforce the public’s general welfare, safety and health.

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HOLIDAY CLOSURES Manitou Springs City Hall will be closed Monday, Oct. 10, for Indigenous People’s Day; post offices also will close that day.

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CITY BRIEFS

unsecured trash and pet food can lure them into cities. They have been able to open car doors when searching for food.

Manitou Springs has a strict policy about wildlife-resistant trash receptacles. Information: www.manitouspringsgov.com/437/GarbageRefuse.

Upcoming dates released for free grocery distributions

Care and Share’s free groceries distributions will continue at the Pool & Fitness Center, 202 Manitou Ave. It is a shopping experience, meaning everybody is welcome to receive as much, or as little, of groceries as they want.

Distributions take place noon-1 p.m.

Tuesdays. The next date is Oct. 18, followed by Nov. 1 and 15, and Dec. 6.

Slow the Flow will evaluate sprinkler systems

The city of Manitou Springs has partnered with Resource Central to offer free Slow the Flow sprinkler audits.

During the 75-minute evaluations, trained professionals will inspect your system. They will identify problem areas as well as perform tests to help you create the most efficient schedule for your yard.

The audits show that 99 percent of the sprinkler systems evaluated are inefficient. That not only leads to a higher water bill, but also wastes Manitou’s most precious resource: water.

This program is intended for residential properties only.

Register at resourcecentral.org/slowtheflow.

Be smart about bears — they’re hunting for food

Bears are about to get very active in Colorado as they search for food before hibernating this winter. At this time, they’re likely to forage for human food, trash and fruit trees in urban areas. Their instinct to eat can overcome any fear of humans.

They can sniff out potential food sources as much as five miles away. Barbeque grills,

Letters to the Editor School district no longer feels like a family

To the editor: I’m writing this letter as a concerned former employee of Manitou Springs School District 14. I taught there for 30 years and loved the time spent there and the feeling that I was valued.

It was always said, “Once you join the school district, you become part of the family.”

That was always the value held by the employees, no matter their position. Teachers were willing to work in Manitou because of the “family” attitude, knowing that they could make more in other school districts.

I felt that, even after retiring. I was always welcomed back as a speaker, volunteer or even mentor.

There became a shift as employees began to leave, some of their own accord; others were “asked” to leave. It then changed the whole atmosphere of the district. It was felt at all levels.

From the outside looking in, people no longer felt valued for what they were doing.

The past few years have been extremely difficult for all in education, but the shift in atmosphere from the top administration and even the D14 Board of Education didn’t support the added stress of the times.

I’m hearing from parents and students alike that they are considering moving to another school district because of the number of teachers and administrators who have left in the past three years.

The survey supports the high percentage of personnel having left. (Editor’s note: The Stand Up for Manitou group commissioned an outside firm to survey former employees.)

This reflects poorly on the school district.

Because approximately 40 percent of the students are choice, this should be very alarming to the administration and BOE. I urge the BOE and administration to reflect on the information they’ve been given and rethink their practices that are further undermining the value of our school district.

Respectfully, A former D14 employee

Let’s collaborate to find solutions to D14 turnover

To the editor: I am writing anonymously since we are a choice family. I am very concerned about recent articles I have read about the District 14 turnover.

I would like to respectfully stress the

importance to the community, staff, parents and school board members that we need to find a resolution to the destruction that’s occurring in Manitou School District 14.

Obviously, there will always be an opinion on either side. I feel like the division between the leadership and staff needs serious attention so there can be resolution for the staff and especially for our children.

Yes, there are always going to be staff members who disagree and claim there isn’t even an issue. Maybe, that is because said staff members aren’t being critiqued or criticized in a retaliatory or manipulative manner.

The leadership needs to work WITH the staff to create a better teaching, working and learning environment instead of working against the staff while creating negativity.

I am requesting for the school board members to carefully consider the results, please, from the third-party, very private survey that previous staff have participated in. Facts are facts.

Thank you!

Concerned parent 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.

EDITOR’S NOTE: WE WELCOME LETTERS TO THE EDITOR. PLEASE LIMIT THEM TO 300 WORDS;

the Bulletin reserves the right to edit for clarity and space. If you have more to say, please inquire about writing a guest column of 600 to 800 words. We’ll need to know about those by noon Monday of the publication week. Since columns take up a full page, we may have to hold them for a week because we don’t have space. Send letters and inquiries about guest columns to editor@pikespeakbulletin.com or mail them to: Pikes Peak Bulletin, attn. editor, 513 Manitou Ave. Manitou Springs 80829.

Letters and the actual columns are due noon Tuesday of the publication week.

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Guest Editorial

District’s anniversary celebration has been learning experience On Saturday, Oct. 1, I drove OPINION from the east side of Manitou Springs, down Manitou Avenue, to the 150th Alumni and Friends Celebration at the Garden of the Gods Trading Post.

As I entered the city, I absolutely loved seeing the big “M” on the mountain. It can be seen from miles away.

Elizabeth As you read in last week’s Domangue Bulletin, there were so many District 14 people involved along the way. I superintendent want to recognize Angie Lovato Glass for her dedication to bringing so many people together for this tradition to resume. This was a great partnership between alumni, residents, the city of Manitou Springs and Manitou Springs School District.

This is just one of the many traditions that returned this school year … this 150th anniversary year.

The Homecoming Parade was a great example of a community coming together.

I was standing on the road near an elementary teacher when a Manitou fire truck drove by. I looked back at her and she had tears in her eyes. I can only imagine how wonderful it must have felt for her to see her former students all grown up.

This moment captured so much about what makes our school district special. We are a school

district where children are not numbers. We are school district where children can really be known for who they are.

As we have prepared for these events, it has been fun to step back in time and to learn from alumni who attended our schools more than six decades ago.

I have learned so much about our physical buildings.

I have learned about traditions that started in this century.

I have learned about traditions that started in the previous century and continue now.

The most important learnings have been about people.

It is the people who make a school district strong, inclusive, innovative and creative. Our small district is special for many reasons but, most importantly, because of the people.

I have loved learning their stories as students.

I have loved learning about what our alumni have gone on to accomplish.

Clara Meury, Shirley Wade, Gary Miller, Melissa McElhaney, Patti Hickox, Marcy Morrison, Christina Baker, John Harden, Paul Willie — these are some of our many historians who have been a part of the history and continue to tell the great history of Manitou Springs School District.

I know there are many more who know so much

It has been fun to step back in time.

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When I think about our school district, I think about our visual and performing arts programs that are unique and exciting and world class.

When I think about our school district, I think about children who are able to participate in so many different opportunities that many public schools only imagine providing.

I am so thankful for our educators who keep the legacy going and create new traditions along the way.

Thank you to our parents who are partners with us. Thank you to our alumni who continue to be champions for children.

Thank you to the residents and business owners who continue to support our schools. We appreciate all of businesses in town that posted the “We ❤ Our Manitou Springs Schools” signs and participated in the Homecoming Parade festivities.

Thank you to Tim Haas Sr., Tim Haas Jr. and Terry Haas at the Trading Post for hosting our 150th Alumni and Friends Celebration event.

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Community Events Saturday, Oct. 8

Fire Department Open House: The Manitou Springs Fire Department is inviting the community to stop by. All trucks will be on display, plus an inflatable fire truck slide for the kids, and fire gear and equipment to explore. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 620 Manitou Ave. Information: www.msvfd.com or 685-1444

Tesla’s Toolbox: Join the Space Foundation Discovery Center and dive into electricity and circuits. Tesla’s Toolbox encourages creativity and exploration through space-inspired workshops that allow participants to engage in hands-on learning.

Enjoy experiments that turn science into learning, learning into fun and fun into enthusiasm. Cost is admission plus a $5 materials fee. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. 4435 Arrowswest Drive. Information: discoverspace.org or 576-8000.

Monday, Oct. 10

Postcard-Writing Party: Join in the effort to send postcards to swing states before the Nov. 8 midterm election. 5-8 p.m. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave.

Saturday, Oct. 15

Discovery Center Birthday Celebration: Space Foundation Discovery Center is turning 10 years old! Help celebrate one decade of bringing space-themed STEAM resources to the community. Food trucks, demonstrations, hands-on activities and prizes. Cost is included in regular museum admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 4435 Arrowswest Drive. Information: discoverspace.org or 576-8000.

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2022 Join us for the ‘Food from the Earth’ Potluck Sunday, October 9th — 1:00 pm Manitou Springs Memorial Hall, 606 Manitou Avenue featuring Seven-Minute Stew — Please bring a dish from the heart to share

SevenMinute Stew Recipe

• Garlic • Onions • Fire Roasted Tomatoes

• Corn • Butternut Squash • Acorn Squash • Pumpkin

• Pinto Beans • Anasazi beans • Potatoes • Pueblo Chiles

Soup will be vegan and gluten free.

Slow cooked seasoned beef brisket, pulled pork and chicken will also be available à la carte.

Red Spirit Drum Group and Native American Dancers Performing Special Talk with Comanche Jim Standing Bear and Cheyenne Joe David

Sponsored by the Manitou Springs Indigenous Peoples’ Day Committee.

Made possible with a grant from the Manitou Springs MACH Committee, SunWater Spa, and Smokebrush Foundation for the Arts. Special thanks to the Manitou Cog Lodge.

ALL EVENTS FREE TO THE COMMUNITY. Call 719-302-4241 for more information.

• Fresh Herbs from Smokebrush Farm • Water from Seven-Minute Spring

Happenings Through October Sunday Night Frights at the Museum: Join the Heritage Center for a month of scary films. 6 p.m. Sundays. Oct. 9, “The Last Man on Earth” (1964). Concessions available for purchase. Donations welcome. 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouspringsheritage center.org or 685-1454.

Skeleton Craze: Throughout the month of October, you’ll find skeleton friends lurking in spots around town. Vote for your favorite, and the best skeleton will be crowned at the end of the month.

Ballots available at the Chamber of Commerce, 354 Manitou Ave., or vote at tinyurl.com/SkeletonCraze2022vote.

Information: manitousprings.org/ skeleton-craze.

Boo at the Zoo: Safe, fun and family-friendly, this annual event welcomes kiddos of all ages to trick-or-treat booths sponsored by local organizations. As a bonus, all candy comes from companies that support animal conservation. $19.75, with special pricing for members, military and seniors. Pre-purchase of tickets highly encouraged. 4-8:30 p.m. Oct. 21-23 and 28-31. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road. Information and tickets: cmzoo. org or 633-9925.

adult-themed interpretations of classic characters. Burlesque performers bring a sexy twist to the Headless Horseman, Pennywise and other terrifying creatures.

21 and older. $30. 8-11 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, and Saturday, Oct. 22. Lulu’s, 107 Manitou Ave. Information: ticketweb. com, search “tales of terror and tease,” or call 424-7637.

Haunted Lantern Tour: Wind your way deep inside Cave of the Winds and hear spine-chilling ghost stories, learn about unexplained phenomena and explore the true raw history of the caves. This haunted lantern tour has extra-spooky appeal for those of you looking for hair-raising fun. $45. Tours begin at 6 p.m. Fridays-Sundays through October.

Also open Halloween eve. 100 Cave of the Winds Road. Information: caveofthewinds.com or 685-5444.

Friday, Oct. 21 “Rocky Horror Picture Show” Shadow Cast Showing: The time-honored tradition of props, call-backs and shenanigans reigns supreme at the Iron Springs Chateau. $25. 9-11:30 p.m. Oct. 21-22 and Oct. 27-29. Iron Springs Chateau, 444 Ruxton Ave. Reservations: 685-5104 or info@ironspringschateau.com.

Information: ironspringschateau.com.

Saturday, Oct. 22

Ghost Stories of Old Manitou Walking Tours: Learn the stories of real people from Manitou Springs’ history. The ghosts come back to visit, and you can witness their return. $16 advance or Heritage Center members; prices increase at the door. Children 11 and younger are free with adult. Advance tickets recommended — tours usually sell out. Tours begin at 6 p.m. Oct. 14-15, 20-22 and 27-28. Manitou Springs Heritage Center, 517 Manitou Ave. Information: www.manitousprings heritagecenter.org or 685-1454.

“Ghost Fish — Legend of the Lake”: Puppets, close-up magic, swashbuckling sword fights, mermaids, monsters and music abound in an unforgettable adventure. Staged on the trails of Bear Creek Nature Center, children ages 3 and older and their families will walk from scene to scene as the story unfolds. $15. Hikes depart every 15 minutes. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 245 Bear Creek Road.

Information: theatreacrossborders.com/ ghost-fish.

Terror and Tease: The Champagne Cabaret and La Burla Bee present “Terror and Tease,” a perfect blend of burlesque and theater. The narrators will take the audience on a creative retelling of classic scary stories as they are treated to

The Antici-pation Cast Presents “Rocky Horror Picture Show”: Enjoy the cult classic with a talented shadow

Thursday, Oct. 27

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Pikes Peak Bulletin 7

Weather postpones work on Turtle Crossing Phase II Phase II of the Turtle Crossing project on El Paso Boulevard has been postponed until Oct. 17-19 due to inclement weather.

In celebration of Arts Month in October, Creative Alliance Manitou Springs and the Smokebrush Foundation are partnering with the city of Manitou Springs to make El Paso Boulevard crosswalks safer for pedestrians, motorists and cyclists.

This will be done through the use of art on the street, creating more attention-grabbing crosswalks in the area.

Street closures: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17: El Paso Boulevard will be closed from Manitou Avenue to Old Man’s Trail; 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17,

and Tuesday, Oct. 18: El Paso will be closed from Lovers Lane to Old Man’s Trail; and 9:45 p.m.-5:45 a.m. Oct. 17-19: Old Man’s Trail will be closed from Manitou Avenue to El Paso Boulevard.

Information: manitouspringscd. org/openstreets-openarts.

Bad weather has forced the Creative Alliance to cancel the Open Streets, Open Arts event. The street closure scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 5, was postponed due to inclement weather, and good weather can’t be guaranteed for later in the month. But volunteers are still being recruited for the Hiawatha Gardens mural project.

Learn more and vote for a design here: manitouspringscd.org/openstreets.

COMMUNITY/from page 6 Saturday, Oct. 22

Turtle Crossing Closure October 17-19 El Paso Boulevard

October 17 Closure (8AM-4PM) October 17-18 Closure (8AM-4PM) October 17-19 Closure (9:45PM-5:45AM) Courtesy image

mystery seeds. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 1805 N. 30th St. Information: gardenofgods.com or 634-6666.

a.m.-2 p.m. 3105 Gateway Road. Information: rockledgeranch.com or 578-6777.

Wednesday, Oct. 26

Native Seed Share: Collect native Colorado seeds during the second annual seed swap at the Garden of the Gods Visitor Center. You do not need seeds to attend. Clearly labeled, native seeds only. No vegetables, herbs or

Homeschool Day at Rock Ledge Ranch: Enjoy a self-guided tour of the historic site. Guests can explore the displays and demonstrations, check out the petting zoo and learn about farming and other activities. $4. 10

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Arts Events

Photo by Rhonda Van Pelt

This is just a small portion of the art available at the Manitou Art Center’s Big Loud Silent Auction.

Special Events

Art Classes

Big Loud Silent Auction: The Big Loud Silent FAB LAB: Make things, fix things and build Auction is the Manitou Art Center’s signature things. Come and create cool projects. Learn fundraising event. Featuring works from local how to use tools, expand your skills and and regional artists (who receive 50 percent of expand your world. Kids younger than 13 the proceeds of sales), the Big Loud is your should be with a parent. Participants can opportunity to support the MAC and acquire come to a single class or attend a series. Class original art for your collection. Auction runs sizes are limited to eight. 3:05-5 p.m. through Monday, Oct. 31. Virtual and in-person Wednesdays. Manitou Art Center, between bidding. 513 Manitou Ave. Information: 513 and 515 Manitou Ave. Information: manitoumade.com or 685-1861. www.concretecouch.org.

First Friday Art Walk: Tour galleries and enjoy art from hundreds of artists, plus food, drink and live entertainment. 5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7. Various locations. Information: www. peakradar.com/categories/firstfriday.

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• “Rocky Railways: Tylan Troyer and Maggie Quinn share Commonwheel Artists Co-op gallery for the month of October.

Commonwheel Artists Co-op, 102 Cañon Ave. Information: commonwheel.com or 685-1008.

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.

• Bad Art Night: All of the fun of making art with none of the pressure. Join the Manitou Springs Library for a night of awful awesomeness. Create the most ridiculous pieces of art you can think of — from painting to collage to sculpture — while enjoying snacks and refreshments. Awards for the most Calls for Artists over-the-top bad artwork. All supplies will be provided. 5-7 p.m. 515 Manitou Ave. Green Box Artist in Residency: Green Box is Information: ppld.librarymarket.com/ accepting artist-in-residency proposals. Green bad-art-night or 531-6333, ext. 7004.

Box provides time and space to resident • Al B Johnson: Enjoy the artist’s vibrant, artists to develop and/or create new work. colorful work. Manitou Art Center, 513 Deliverables for each residency will be Manitou Ave. Information: www. provided on a case-by-case basis. In general, manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861. residencies are one month long, and include a generous stipend and housing in “The Poetry. Drinks. Music.: The event begins with Shed,” Green Box’s dedicated artist housing. a poetry workshop, with facilitators covering Submit your residency application at writing techniques and offering guidance on greenboxarts.org by Friday, Oct. 14. how to write a spontaneous poem. During the Information: greenboxarts.org or 465-3065. second half of the evening, Becoming // Poetry poets will offer custom typewriter poetry while 2022 PPAC Microgrants: The Pikes Peak Arts guests enjoy drinks at the bar and live music.

Council will award $250 microgrants 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19. Manitou Art February-September (one each month). To be Center, 513 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861.

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INDIGENOUS/from page 1 Culture, and Heritage grant to expand the event’s scope. The current committee members began to coalesce in June.

The mayor was pleased with how that first celebration went.

“The day was warmly received by both residents and the visiting Native peoples. It was low-key, as we put it together quickly and without any budget,” Graham said.

One highlight of this year’s events will be recreating a horseback ride that was taken in 1912, when the Ute Trail was dedicated.

Several people participating are descendants of those riders. Frost is the great-grandson of Chief Nanice, a Ute leader. Also scheduled to attend: Clarence and Estelle Ouray, great-great-grandchildren of Chief Ouray and his wife, Chipeta; and Uncompahgre Utes Jonas Grant Bullethead and Joy Grant Bullethead.

Organizers are also hoping that the attendees will include descendants of Chief Buckskin Charlie (native name: Sapiah), leader of the Southern Ute tribe from 1880 until he died in 1936.

Frost and Jonas Grant Bullethead will be on horseback to re-dedicate the trail. Afterward, Frost and other Ute elders will rededicate 7 Minute Spring and, by extension, all of Manitou’s springs.

“This is important because it is quintessentially a Manitou Springs quality. No place else on Earth had mineral springs … with Native peoples coming from all over the West to give thanks to the Great Spirit,” Graham said.

“We are unique, and this helps remind us that we live in a special place, gifted with natural beauty, an accessible environment and an interesting history. The human story is at its best here.”

Frost is immensely proud of what his ancestor accomplished for his people. The white occupiers appointed Ouray as chief because he spoke English and Spanish, and Nanice didn’t.

“He wasn’t given credit where credit is due,” Frost said, despite Nanice being the tribe’s actual leader.

Stories about Nanice have been passed down through Frost’s family, which is good, because he’s barely mentioned in history books.

Frost is a consultant on Ute history and sacred sites, Native law and treaties, and the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, enacted in 1990. He also assisted Goede with the Manitou Springs Heritage Center display honoring Natives’ contribution to the region over thousands of years.

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Chief Nanice rides his horse in this undated photograph. His great-grandson, Kenny Frost, says he wore a war bonnet and eagle feathers in a “trailer” down to his feet.

“The Ute were forcibly removed from this area,” Frost said. “For the Ute to come back here to this area after 150 years, as a total tribe, is historic in itself.”

Sunday, Oct. 9

Approximately 9 a.m.: The historical Ute Trail horseback ride will pass by Miramont Castle. It will end at the Cheyenne Spring Parklet, in the 900 block of Manitou Avenue, at approximately 10 a.m.

11 a.m.: The horseback ride will continue to 7 Minute Spring Pavilion for a All events are free to the re-dedication and addresses from community. They are funded by a leaders of the various Ute tribes. grant from the Manitou Springs Noon: Red Spirit Drum Group Arts, Culture, and Heritage fund, performance. and support from SunWater Spa and 1-3 p.m. “Food from the Earth” Smokebrush Foundation for the Potluck, featuring Seven-Minute Arts.

Stew prepared by chef Lyn Information: manitousprings.

Ettinger-Harwell. Bring a dish from org/event/indigenous-weekend or the heart to share at City Hall. Soup 685-5481. will be vegan and gluten-free.

— John Graham Slow-cooked seasoned beef brisket, Saturday, Oct. 8 pulled pork and chicken will be 6-9 p.m.: “Meet and Greet” available à la carte. with Chief Kenny Frost, Jonas Jim Standing Bear, a Comanche, and Joe Grant Bullethead and Joy Grant Bullethead. With David, a Cheyenne, will speak and the Red Spirit special guests Celinda Kaelin, author of “American Drum Group will perform with traditional Native Indians of the Pikes Peak Region,” and Clarence American dancers. and Estelle Ouray. Red Spirit Drum Group of the Uintah and Ouray Reservation in northeastern Utah Monday, Oct. 10 will perform. Manitou Springs City Hall, 606 Kaelin will speak about her book in two Manitou Springs Elementary classes.

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Volleyball team splits its recent Tri-Peaks League matches

Manitou soccer team is jumping into league play

By Daniel Mohrmann Tri-Peaks could certainly play to the Fresh off a 3-0 win over Ellicott on Sept.

Mustangs’ advantage. If they can put together 29, the Manitou Springs boys soccer team is solid performances against teams like Salida turning its attention to its Tri-Peaks opponents. and Lamar, and then hope those squads might The Mustangs open league play at Salida on steal a game from a team like Atlas Prep, Thursday, Oct. 6, before hosting Lamar on Manitou could find itself in striking distance Tuesday, Oct. 11. of a league championship.

And this is where the team will need to The talent on the field certainly has the thrive. capability. There is diversity in scoring — The Mustangs (6-2-1 Evan Yount, Bowman Hall and overall) have put together a Weston Cassidy all netted goals solid enough campaign and are in the Ellicott win. Cassidy and worthy of playoff considerGavin Smith were responsible ation. As of Wednesday, Oct. 5, for the two Manitou assists. they sat at No. 19 in the The season’s strong start CHSAA selection and seeding has been crucial not just for the — Ben Mack index, which gives a live status Mustangs’ confidence, but for on each team’s playoff standing finding out the particular style during the regular season. of play that this Manitou team will utilize to But coach Ben Mack doesn’t want this be successful. team to rest on its laurels. He knows that the “We shifted back to a slightly different boys need to continue working and ensure that formation,” Mack said. “We’re back to their effort matches their playoff desire. seeking shutouts. We’re starting from the back “Moving forward, we’ve been practicing and getting sound with the back line and really well,” Mack said. “(In league) every team goalkeeper, and then take our chances as we is capable of beating every other team. We talk a move forward.” lot about that and that if we can raise our game The Mustangs have six regular season just a little bit, we can win some big games.” games remaining, and three will be played The parity that Mack believes exists in the at home.

We’re back to seeking shutouts.

Photo by Bryan Oller

Sierra Dunlap, left, and Hannah Ruger defend the Mustangs’ net during the Vanguard match.

By Daniel Mohrmann The Manitou Springs volleyball team continues to fight valiantly in key matches, but it doesn’t always end up on the winning side.

The Mustangs dropped a five-set match 18-25, 25-23, 16-25, 25-13, 17-15 to Vanguard on Oct. 4. A 2-1 set lead couldn’t hold up as the Coursers battled back to take a crucial Tri-Peaks League match.

The Mustangs (9-7 overall, 3-3 Tri-Peaks) did come away with a 3-0 win at Salida on Sept. 30.

Grace Allen put her offensive talents on display, leading the Mustangs with 15 kills in the match.

Teryn Thime and Ayla Flett each added six in the effort. Norah Jorstad led the team with 11 digs.

The Mustangs head to La Junta on Thursday, Oct. 6, and will host James Irwin on Monday, Oct. 10.

Pinehurst course provides tough state challenge for Clifford

By Daniel Mohrmann Clifford said that his ball striking was fine Jack Clifford learned one major lesson in and that he was hitting his irons pure and his first try at a state golf tournament. straight. But the difference in playing in a state “Putting is hard,” he said. tournament and winning a state tournament Putting at Pinehurst Country comes with what a player can do Club turned out to be a tough ask. on or around the greens.

I’m super It played a big role in the junior “You have to have a good shooting a 46-over-par 186 Oct. 3 short game to have a good round,” motivated and 4 at the Class 3A boys golf he said. after today. state tournament.

But he didn’t walk away from He was the only Manitou his effort discouraged. If anything, — Jack Clifford golfer to qualify, meaning he he’s motivated to tighten up his could contend only for the skills in that area and do the work individual championship and not a team necessary not just to get back to state, but to title. The low player in the field was put together two solid rounds.

Montezuma-Cortez’s Thayer Plewe, who “I’m super motivated after today on shot a 64 on Tuesday to finish the tournawanting to get better,” Clifford said. “I want to ment at 6-under. climb up that leaderboard.”

Standout Mustangs Evan Scherr (football) Hauled in eight catches for 106 yards in Manitou’s loss to Woodland Park.

Grace Allen (volleyball): Her 15 kills paced the Mustangs in a big road win over Salida.

Cody Wyman (boys cross-country): Had what coach Andy Sherwood called a “breakout” race and finished fourth at the Courser Lightning Invitational.

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Mustangs run out of gas during Homecoming game

By Daniel Mohrmann For almost three quarters, the Manitou Springs football team went toe-to-toe with the toughest opponent it has seen all year. But in the end, the Mustangs simply ran out of gas to lose their Homecoming game to Woodland Park 35-0 on Sept. 30.

“We faced a really good team,” coach Stu Jeck said. “I think Woodland Park is going to make a run this year.”

It was also the league opener for the Mustangs (3-2 overall, 0-1 Tri-Peaks), which can put a dent in playoff hopes, but the key is to learn from the outcome and get better before the Friday, Oct. 7, game against Florence.

Manitou didn’t have a lot of success in the trenches, racking up only 13 rushing yards through the course of the game. That left quarterback Nate Gentzel to try to generate some I was very offense through the air. pleased for He completed 14 of 33 passes for 153 yards, but was picked off twice. Evan two and Scherr caught eight passes for 106 yards. a half Looking at the positives, the Mustangs Photo by Bryan Oller quarters. bent but didn’t break for most of the game.

Mustang Tyler Maloney is surrounded by Woodland Park players as he carries the ball They held the Panthers scoreless for the during the Sept. 30 Homecoming game. In the background: Will Cittadino, left, and — Stu Jeck first half and didn’t give up any big scoring Bradyn Dowling. plays through the entire game.

The Mustangs will try to pull more production “I was very pleased for two and a half Huskies roll into town with a 4-1 record, fresh off a from Tyler Maloney and Logan Moore since they’ve quarters that we kept a talented offense to zero league win over Lamar. Part of the game plan can be points,” Jeck said. “We just have to learn how to go determined by simply looking at stats from previous shown success in the team’s three wins.

Friday’s game against Florence is set for a 7 games. Scherr is a playmaker and getting the ball in for four quarters.” his hands is essential to the offense.

They’ll have to learn quickly as the Florence p.m. kickoff at Richardson Field.

Cross-country teams turn in another strong showing

By Daniel Mohrmann The Manitou Springs boys cross-country team continues to generate solid performances, and the general feeling is that the Mustangs haven’t peaked yet.

As a team, the boys finished third out of 12 teams at the Vanguard Courser Lightning Invite on Sept. 30. They were edged out by Montrose and Durango and have maintained their streak of not losing to another Class 3A or 2A team.

To pace that result, Cody Kelley finished in 16 minutes, 1.38 seconds to take third overall in the race. Cody Wyman was right behind Kelley to finish fourth with 16:22.28.

“We’re pretty close to the boys putting together a finished product,” coach Andy Sherwood said. “We haven’t had our fastest race yet as a team, but we’ll get there.”

Sherwood also like what he saw from the girls.

Gaia Drotar finished 23:38.35, which is a solid time for her this season. Ellen Lowe was less than

a minute behind her and is doing her part to show that the girls team is progressing the way Sherwood has been hoping since the season started.

The Mustangs next head to the Tri-Peaks League meet at Monument Valley Park on Friday, Oct. 7. This will be a good chance for the overall program to take a major step forward and accomplish something it hasn’t done before, at least to Sherwood’s knowledge.

“As far as I can tell, neither the boys or girls have ever won a Tri-Peaks title,” Sherwood said.

“The boys will be really close. It’s going to come down to four teams in (us), CSCS, St. Mary’s and Salida. I never count Salida out and think they’ll be our toughest competition.”

A Tri-Peaks banner would be nice, but it’s not something that Sherwood believes is essential for the team’s overall goals for this year. He has an eye on regionals and state as the races where he really wants the Mustangs to shine.

Manitou sports calendar Friday, Oct. 7 Cross-country: Tri-Peaks League meet at Monument Valley Park, 3 p.m.

Football: Florence at Manitou, 7 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 10 Girls volleyball: James Irwin at Manitou, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 11 Boys soccer: Lamar at Manitou, 6 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 13 Girls volleyball: Woodland Park at Manitou, 6 p.m.

Boys soccer: At Woodland Park, 6:30 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 14 Football: At Alamosa, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 15 Boys soccer: Pagosa Springs at Manitou, 1 p.m.

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People’s Choice ballots will be available at the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce, 354 Manitou Ave., and online at www.manitousprings.org.

Paper ballots can be dropped off at the chamber office or at ballot boxes throughout downtown.

Kathy Minch, Sallie Knox Hall and Annie Schmitt will judge the displays based on creativity and visual impact.

The winning displays will receive gift cards (TBD) in the amount of: • $250 for first place; • $100 for second place; • $50 for third place; and • $100 for People’s Choice.

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The vehicle was towed.

Sept. 26 Manitou Springs Police officers stopped a vehicle in the 3100 block of West Colorado Avenue; the registration sticker on its license plate didn’t match the vehicle’s registration expiration date. The driver didn’t have insurance or a valid license and was

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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.

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Students help tsunami vicelsewhere. tims $66/year

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.

Council nears administrator choice

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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Sept. 27

Officers contacted a woman who had been seen driving erratically before parking in a lot in the 200 block of Manitou Avenue. The officers saw marijuana pipes in the vehicle and asked the driver if she would undergo a voluntary roadside check. Afterward, she was taken to have blood drawn and was cited for driving under the influence.

After receiving reports of suspicious activity overnight in the Manitou Springs Post Office lobby, MSPD began proactive foot patrols in the area. During one patrol, officers located a homeless man trespassing and cited him for trespassing on government property.

Officers stopped a vehicle in the 3600 block of West Colorado Avenue and found a large amount of narcotics.

The driver was arrested on out-ofcounty felony warrants and intent to distribute narcotics charges.

MSPD checked on someone sleeping in the 700 block of Manitou Avenue and found the person had a local misdemeanor warrant; the suspect was arrested and taken to the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center.

Officers stopped a vehicle in the 3200 block of West Colorado Avenue.

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Sept. 28

A bicycle was reported stolen from outside a convenience store in the 200 block of Manitou Avenue.

MSPD searched the area, but haven’t recovered it.

MSPD was advised of a suicidal person near westbound U.S. Highway 24 and Cliff Road. Officers tried to contact the person, but the person then attempted to jump from a nearby cliff.

They used physical force to restrain the person, who was later placed on an involuntary mental health hold.

Sept. 29

A juvenile was involved in a sex offense in the 400 block of El Monte Place; the investigation is active.

MSPD stopped a motorcycle without visible registration in the 300 block of Pilot Knob Avenue. The driver didn’t have a valid license and the motorcycle was not registered or insured. The driver was cited and released, and the motorcycle was impounded.

At 1800 hours, a business owner reported a person who walks by their establishment in the 700 block of Manitou Avenue and harasses a musician who performs there.

Sept. 30

MSPD responded to a domestic violence incident in the 700 block of Duclo Avenue. A man and a woman were interviewed separately about the incident.

Officers stopped a vehicle near westbound Highway 24 and 21st Street. The driver was found to have an outstanding warrant and was taken into custody and booked into CJC.

Oct. 1

A restraining order violation was reported in the 100 block of Crystal Hills Boulevard. After confirming it was a violation, officers located the suspect in the 3700 block of West Colorado Avenue. The suspect was found to have a misdemeanor warrant on related charges, and was arrested and booked at CJC for that and the new charges.

MSPD is investigating damage to a vehicle that occurred while the family was on the Cog Railway.

Oct. 2

At 0607 hours, officers responded to a traffic accident near Fairview and Ruxton avenues. The driver was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.

MSPD is investigating miscellaneous incidents in the 900 block of Manitou Avenue.

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The driver was arrested on federal warrants and later was charged with crimes related to possessing amphetamines and narcotics equipment.

Former Manitou Springs High school teacher Matthew Barton, accused of sexual assault on a student, was scheduled to appear at a pre-trial

readiness conference on Wednesday, Oct. 5, according to the Colorado Judicial Branch’s online docket. His jury trial is expected to begin on Monday, Oct. 10.

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2022 Member

HALLOWEEN/from page 6 cast and your own special survival pack. This is a 16 and older show with adult themes and content. $25 admission or $65 for a VIP experience. 7-11 p.m. Other showings available throughout the weekend and on Halloween. Lulu’s, 107 Manitou Ave. Information and tickets: jkproco.com or 460-0932.

Friday, Oct. 28

Halloween High Tea: This fun and festive tea books fast, so be sure to register early. Cost is $50 for adults and $35 for children.

Gratuity is included. Costumes welcomed. Seatings at 10:30

a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Miramont Castle, 9 Capitol Hill Ave. Information: miramontcastle.org or 685-1011.

Saturday, Oct. 29

Emma Crawford Coffin Races and Festival: This much-loved event is back in full swing in Manitou Springs. Noon-6 p.m.

Information: www.emmacrawfordfestival.com or 685-5089.

Sunday, Oct. 30

Trunk or Treat: Join Manitou Community Church for a safe afternoon of trick-or-treating. Attendees will enjoy music, candy and fun activities. Parking is available at Manitou Springs Elementary School. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: manitouchurch.org or 685-5525.

October 6, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 15

Live Music Friday, Oct. 7

Armadillo Ranch, The VooDoo Hawks, 8 p.m.

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

Manitou Winery, David Manship, 5:30 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 Frog, 8 p.m.

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

Sunday, Oct. 9

Lulu’s, Bluebook, 1 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.m.

Monday, Oct. 10

Armadillo Ranch, jazz night, 6 p.m.

CK Comics, open mic, 8 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 11

Armadillo Ranch, karaoke, 9 p.m.

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

Mother Muff’s, karaoke, 8 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, Sapphire’s Garden, 5 p.m.

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

Wednesday, Oct. 12

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

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

Townhouse Sports Grill, Dave Cowart, 4 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 13

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

Townhouse Sports Grill, karaoke, 9 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 14

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Crystal and the Curious, 6 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, Jimmy & James, 6 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 15

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Last Patrol, 7 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, The Brandon Henderson Duo, 8 p.m.

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

Sunday, Oct. 16

Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 18

Armadillo Ranch, karaoke, 9 p.m.

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

Lulu’s, Makaya McCraven, 8 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, karaoke, 8 p.m.

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

Wednesday, Oct. 19

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

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

Thursday, Oct. 20

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

Townhouse Sports Grill, karaoke, 9 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 21

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Concrete Couch Band, 6 p.m.

Lulu’s, Handsome Jack, 8 p.m.

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

Saturday, Oct. 22

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Eternal Temples, 7 p.m.

Lulu’s, The Lowest Pair, 8 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, Ben Younger, 8 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, Deryk Cunningham, 6 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 23

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.

SELLING YOUR HOME?

WE HAVE THE BUYERS, OUR READERS. For more info call

719-634-5905

2022 Sponsored by the Manitou Springs Indigenous Peoples’ Day Committee.

Made possible with a grant from the Manitou Springs MACH Committee, SunWater Spa, and Smokebrush Foundation for the Arts. Special thanks to the Manitou Cog Lodge.

ALL EVENTS FREE TO THE COMMUNITY.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8th Manitou Springs City Hall 606 Manitou Avenue

“Meet and Greet” with Chief Kenny Frost and Uncompahgre Utes Jonas Grant Bullethead and Joy Grant Bullethead. With special guests Celinda Kaelin, author of American Indians of the Pikes Peak Region, and Clarence and Estelle Ouray, GreatGreat Grandchildren of Chief Ouray.

With Red Spirit Drum Group — 6 to 9:00 pm

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9th

Manitou Springs Memorial Hall 606 Manitou Avenue

‘Food from the Earth’ Potluck, featuring Seven-Minute Stew.

Bring a dish from the heart to share.

Soup will be vegan and gluten free.

Slow cooked seasoned beef brisket, pulled pork and chicken will also be available à la carte.

Comanche Jim Standing Bear and Cheyenne Joe David will give talks With Red Spirit Drum Group with traditional Native American Dancers — 1 to 3:00 pm

Historic Horseback Ride passes by Miramont Castle approx. 9am, and ends at Cheyenne Spring Parklet, next to Patsy’s Candies — approx. 10:00 am

Hotel Discounts:

Cheer on the historical Ute Trail horse ride with the relatives of Chief Nanice (Kenny Frost) and Chief Ouray (Jonas Grant Bullethead) as they finish and re-dedicate the Historic Ute Trail in Manitou Springs, first dedicated in 1912. With Red Spirit Drum Group — 9 to 10:00am

Econolodge – 15% discount to all Ute Nations. This will be a year-round discount.

Call direct: (719) 685-3300

Seven Minute Spring Pavilion Horseback ride continues to SevenMinute Spring Pavilion for a rededication by Chief Kenny Frost and Ute elders. — 11:00 am Addresses from leaders of the various Ute Tribes. With Red Spirit Drum Group — 12:00 pm

The Villa – 15% off.

Call direct: 719-685-5492

Manitou Cog Lodge $79 (normally $109.00) Call direct: 719-685-5898

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October 6, 2022

Volunteer Opportunties 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.

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 redrockcanyonopenspace.org/volunteer.

Chamber of Commerce

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

Community Congregational Church

People to help with the office, worship services and pantry are all needed and welcomed. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: 685-5255.

Heritage Center

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

ARTS EVENTS/from page 8 considered for a microgrant, please complete the application by the first of the month. PPAC also will award two $500 microgrants in October. These funds can be used for projects or supplies needed for visual or performing arts. Apply at www.pikespeakartscouncil.org.

RMFI Photo Contest: The Rocky Mountain Field Institute will begin accepting photography submissions for “Nature!” on Tuesday, Nov. 1. Submit your entries via email to contest@rmfi.org. All files must be a minimum of 300 dpi. Please indicate which category each of your entries will represent: restoration, mountains, flora/ fauna or interaction. $10 donation per entry or three entries for $25. Winning works will be displayed around town and given a prize from the contest’s sponsors.

Information: www.rmfi.org/photocontest or 471-7736.

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.

Old Colorado City History Center

Classifieds SERVICES

HOME MAINTENANCE repairs, yard work, projects.

15% Senior Discount (62+). Call Mike, a senior and veteran, 719-338-4279. Voicemail answered same day.

Colorado Statewide Network

To place a 25-word COSCAN Network ad in 91 Colorado newspapers for only $300, contact your local newspaper or email Colorado Press Association Network at rtoledo@colopress.net SAFE STEP - WALK-IN TUB DIRECTV

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.

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Manitou Springs Carnegie Library

Call for more details! 1-888-725-0897

Interested in serving on a citizen’s group to 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.

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Universal Crossword answer/see page 18

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.

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.

Ongoing Art Exhibits

“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: manitouspringsheritagecenter.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.

October 6, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 17 LEGAL NOTICES

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 - 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

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

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October 6, 2022

UNIVERSAL CROSSWORD

By Drew Schmenner • Edited by Amanda Rafkin

“GAP YEAR”

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

Last week’s answer: Lisette and Mike Casey identified it as a sign at the Barker House, corner of Manitou and Navajo avenues.

Happy Cats Haven – Pet of the Week Hello, I’m Chrissy, a beautiful little dilute tortie lady with gentle yellow eyes. I was brought to Happy Cats when I was found trying to survive outside with my kittens. We’ve all decided that indoor life is the best life, and I’m ready to find a furever home! I’m an affectionate gal and will give you a nudge when I want to be petted. I’ll do best in a home without dogs; they really scare me, but a gentle introduction to another friendly feline should be OK! I’m about a year and a half old and 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 Hi! I’m Rocky, a 1-year-old tricolor Pit Bull mix looking for a new family to love. I have a lot of energy, so I’m looking for an active home that can give me daily exercise, toys and mental stimulation. I get very excited when I see other dogs and can be a little on the pushy side because of my size, even if I just want to play. I have previously lived with cats and children. My adoption is $250, and I come with a voucher for a veterinary exam, vaccinations, 30 days of pet health insurance and a microchip, and I am already neutered. Just ask for Rocky (1605761).

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

ACROSS 1 ___ squad (team of beauty experts) 5 They may clash in a boardroom 9 Airport screening org.

12 The Hawkeye State 13 Deserve 14 Bed that might hold a baby monitor 15 *Super chaotic situation 17 The “M” of STEM 18 Actor Danson 19 Tender cut of meat 20 Mega Millions, e.g.

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61 It may be dropped on a trip 62 Backtalk

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9 Italian eateries 10 Parents’ date night hire 11 Despises 13 “Goodnight ___” (kids’ book) 14 “Puh-leeze!”

16 Dart like a hummingbird 20 Coffee drink often topped with art 21 Recoil in pain 22 Movie critic Roger 23 Dressed (in) 24 One of 11 on the periodic table 25 Work-from-home job?

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Can’t do it alone Understandable Sweetie Slip-up Tropical vacation destinations Got a perfect score on Ball-dropping occasion, briefly The “G” of LGBTQ+ “Consider it done,” formally Securities backed by the govt. ___ mortal Some pretzel shapes Taxi alternatives Monastery residents Church service “Got it” Feature of some stadiums Short cut?

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October 6, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 19 LEGAL NOTICES

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200467 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 26, 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): BURNEST JOHNSON Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS OF COLORADO, LLC, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Servis One, Inc. DBA BSI Financial Services Date of Deed of Trust: May 19, 2020 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 26, 2020 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 220071376 Original Principal Amount: $217,675.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $212,594.09 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 3, BLOCK 18, STRATTON MEADOWS SUBDIVISION NO. 5, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 1051 Montrose Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905.

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, 11/23/2022, 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: 9/29/2022 Last Publication: 10/27/2022 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: 07/26/2022 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 # CO11488 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. EPC202200470 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 26, 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): ALEJANDRO X ALANIS Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for FINANCE OF AMERICA MORTGAGE LLC, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust: November 18, 2020 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: November 19, 2020 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 220188376 Original Principal Amount: $223,870.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $218,515.87 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 89, THE BLUFFS AT SPRING CREEK FILING NO. 1A, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2718 BROOKSEDGE VIEW, 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, 11/23/2022, 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: 9/29/2022 Last Publication: 10/27/2022 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: 07/26/2022 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: David R. Doughty #40042 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-028048 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. EPC202200471 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 2, 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): ELLEN B ELLIOTT Original Beneficiary(ies): COUNTRYWIDE FUNDING CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANKUNITED N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: August 25, 1992 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: August 27, 1992 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 002190970 Original Principal Amount: $68,275.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $15,797.93 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 2 AND 3, IN BLOCK B, IN HILLTOP ADDITION, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 846 MANITOU BLVD, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80904.

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, 11/30/2022, 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: 10/6/2022 Last Publication: 11/3/2022 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: 08/02/2022 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: David R. Doughty #40042 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 19-023302 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. EPC202200482 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 2, 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): CARLOS A MENCHACA JR Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for CITYWIDE HOME LOANS, LLC, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust: September 09, 2019 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 13, 2019 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 219111001 Original Principal Amount: $232,939.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $203,622.78 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 14, IN BLOCK 4, PIKES PEAK PARK SUBDIVISION NO. 7, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. APN #: 64272-09-020 Also known by street and number as: 1612 SHENANDOAH, 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, 11/30/2022, 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: 10/6/2022 Last Publication: 11/3/2022 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: 08/02/2022 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: Alison L. Berry #34531 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-028071 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. EPC202200484 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 2, 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): EDWARD F GONZALEZ Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION., its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust: June 26, 2019 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: June 27, 2019 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 219072117 Original Principal Amount: $240,562.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $235,682.44 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 30, BLOCK 2, PIKES PEAK PARK SUBDIVISION NUMBER 11, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. APN #: 6427311030 Also known by street and number as: 2327 LASSEN 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, 11/30/2022, 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: 10/6/2022 Last Publication: 11/3/2022 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: 08/02/2022 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: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-027984 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. EPC202200488 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 2, 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): DONALD W THOMAS Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: April 13, 2021 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 29, 2021 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 221085709 Original Principal Amount: $247,755.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $243,379.89 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 28, BLOCK 4, PIKES PEAK PARK, SUBDIVISION. NO. 5 IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 1130 CAPULIN DR, 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, 11/30/2022, 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: 10/6/2022 Last Publication: 11/3/2022 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: 08/02/2022 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 # 00000009551326 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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