9-20-18 Villager E edition

Dave Jackson

Billy Jackson

Founding Par tner

Par tner

Luxur y Kitchens in 3 Weeks! 303-835-0630 | www.jacksondesignbuild.com VOLUME 36 • NUMBER 44 • SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Since 1982

www.villagerpublishing.com

TheVillagerNewspaper

@VillagerDenver

Smiles abound for the CHVPD

It was a great day for the Cherry Hills Village Police Department Sept. 13 when Officer Cory Sack was released from Swedish Medical Center. He was shot twice Aug. 31 while responding to a home invasion. Angelo Alston, 17 allegedly shot Sack in the left leg and right foot. Also, on hand to cheer for Sack were members of several metro police and sheriff departments.

Wounded officer released from Swedish Medical Center

GV City Council debates grass, weeds and mirrors in horse arenas

BY FREDA MIKLIN STAFF WRITER

Back Aug. 6, Greenwood Village Council member Dave Bullock first proposed changing the city code to make an exception to the law that limits grasses and weeds to eight inches in height, for the rural

area of the city. The discussion bogged down because there are places with natural grasses taller than eight inches on private property all-around GV, and in city-owned open spaces and drainage ways. After 20 minutes of discussion in a study session, no decision was reached, except to ask the city attorney

to draft something that sounded like what the council wanted.

The city attorney submitted a proposed ordinance and council discussed it for 30 minutes at another study session Aug. 20, but still couldn’t agree on anything.

During that discussion, council member Dave Kerber

said he viewed the proposed ordinance amendment as “trying to legislate against original sin.” He asked what complaints the city had received, wondering if revising the long-standing ordinance was even necessary.

Council members Judy Hilton and Anne Ingebretsen agreed with Kerber. Hilton said, “I

still come back to the idea of excessive. I know that can be somewhat subjective, but I think that it is something that people can come to at least a range of acceptability for.” After further dialogue, Mayor Ron Rakowsky summarized the disContinued on page 12

PAGE 2 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

GO H ER E, G O T H ERE, A ND CO N N EC T EV ERYW HERE R Line trains run every 15 to 30 minutes

to Aurora, Denver, Lone Tree and beyond.

PM PARK MEADOWS

FIDDLER'S GREEN

Plan your trip on the

DENVER TECH CENTER

DENVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

R Line today at rtd-denver.com

UNION STATION

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 3

LETTERS

Investigators warn of fake parking tickets

Policy for letters to the editor

The Villager encourages letters to the editor. Letters should be no longer than 250 words and are subject to editing for length, clarity and libel. Priority will be given to submissions about the newspaper’s content and/or issues of community concern. A phone number, not for publication, should be included for verification purposes. Letters must be emailed to editorial@villagerpublishing.com. Please include city of residence.

Arapahoe County Sheriff’s deputies have taken a report involving a fraudulent parking ticket. The victim noted several inconsistencies on the ticket and notified law enforcement. While this appears to be an isolated incident, investigators want the community to be aware.

The parking ticket was placed on a vehicle parked in a private parking lot in the 12200 block of E. Arapahoe Road. The ticket appears to be issued by the city of Englewood, but the parking lot location is in the city of Centennial.

While this does not appear to be a direct attempt to defraud someone financially, the sheriff’s office does take the production of fraudulent tickets seriously and are actively investigating this case.

Private property owners can act against vehicles on their property, but there are few parking violations that law enforcement organizations can issue parking tickets for on private property. Most commonly that would include handicap parking violations. The sheriff’s office encourages anyone who has received a parking ticket that is suspicious to contact the organization listed as issuing the ticket or local law enforcement.

Council member supports Christman

I have read the Stewart announcement for Cherry Hills Village Mayor and am quite taken back by the content contained herein.

The Public Works facility location had an open forum at St. Mary’s showing all the alternatives for the facility and was attended by several hundred residents, so it was not hastily conceived, but well thought out, and followed the master plan.

In fact, the new facility was completed on time and within the budget.

On the one hand, Stewart proposes to reduce taxes but have taxpayers pay for moving overhead power lines underground. The current mayor and city council have worked with residents, who have paid to bury their power lines, and those who have created special districts to pay for such undergrounding.

He goes on to state that he won’t appropriate $750,000 for a round-about.

He needs to understand that it is a decision for city council and not the mayor, and the current city council has not appropriated $750,000 for such a round-about. In fact, the current council has held several public forums to discuss traffic in the Village.

One other strange item is the statement that he would change the charter of the city to allow voters to vote only for the council seat in their District. This would prevent the voters from voting for a member in the other five districts. He doesn’t realize that issues that affect the city are citywide (not limited to particular neighborhoods).

He is essentially saying let’s have voter suppression, and not let voters have a say as to the entire council.

My vote is for our Mayor Laura Christman and not someone who is not in tune with our city.

Al Blum Cherry Hills City Councilman District No. 3

YOUR DREAMS. OUR FOCUS. 9660 EAST PRENTICE CIRCLE

WELCOME HOME DAYTON MEADOWS • PRICE REDUCED TO $1,500,000

S P E C I A L I Z I N G I N T H E V I L L AG E S All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) nor Kentwood Real Estate shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless.

303.817.0192 Jennifer@MarkusDreamHomes.com MarkusDreamHomes.com

PAGE 4 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

The Villager

Voter apathy is threating democracy Hurricane Florence has taken the attention of the nation away from the approaching election that in many respects is as menacing as any hurricane. We’re looking at “Blue Waves,” and “Red Waves,” that will sweep across the entire United States, not just Eastern Seaboard states.

This is the calm before the storm with a few political ads showing up on TV; largely negative ads placed by out-of-state PAC’s demeaning major political candidates of both parties.

The ads will get more negative before the political hurricane passes and pundits will relate what they think happened Nov. 6, and why.

My own thought is that Trump will hold his firm base and middle America will continue to support his administration and successful policies. At this point in time, he appears to be responsible for the appointment of two U.S. Supreme Court Justices.

This is by far the most important of his accomplishment so far to the satisfaction of constitutional conservatives and the disgruntlement of progressive liberals.

It appears that Judge Kavanaugh will be confirmed despite late hour mudslinging dating back to his high school days. How ludicrous can the process become?

I watched Justice Ruth Ginsburg be-

moan the process recently and was pleased with what she had to say, but shocked at her aging demeanor. This highly respected justice appears to be in failing health. Will she be able to serve on the court for another two years?

Will Trump be able to appoint three Supreme Court Justices?

I’ve met Justice Sonya Sotomayor, a good friend of former State Senator Polly Baca who engineered the justice’s appearance at a Metro State event several years ago. I have a prized autographed book from the Supreme Court Justice.

Supreme Court Justices do have minds of their own and come from varied backgrounds of gender, race, wealth, political affiliations and doctrines. But, like baseball umpires, they stand behind the plate and call the balls and strikes as they see them.

Sometimes they hear complaints by players who disagree with the calls, along with glaring looks. But, the umpire prevails and the game goes on, and we get to see on the screen whether the call was right, or wrong.

The American people and the media make that judgment in today’s world.

My own view is that moderate Democrats should be satisfied with Kavanaugh as someone who is pledged to be a fair umpire. If you caught the hearing comments he had high praise for 12th District

Barbwire Bob The Rockies baseball games are really exciting as our team hangs on to the division first place slot by slim leads. Our team looks like they are headed toward World Series competition if they can hang on for a few more weeks. *** Was glued to the TV last week watching the flooding along the East coast that has drenched the Carolinas stretching into Virginia and beyond.

Several thoughts come to mind watching the evacuations of

Chief Justice Garland with whom he serves presently with. Maybe Garland will be a nominee someday after the 2020 elections.

The Obama nominee deserved a hearing that he was denied, but two wrongs don’t make a right.

Good government begins here at home and The Villager will be presenting local and state candidates for office. Also, a review of the amendments, both pro and con, and our opinions on what to support or negate. We will endorse some candidates and amendments.

It is the role of the media to inform accurately what the facts are in fairness to all sides as possible. Local newspapers are the best source of news about local elections.

Many of the races never make the major media unless some scandal is alleged.

I believe that the two major mainstream political parties have given rise to the greatest Republic that the world has ever known.

While the debates rage our political parties sort out the candidates for office and offer us prospective leaders who give of their time, talent and sacred honor to serve our Democracy.

Take time to study the issues and be an informed voter. Let’s defeat apathy at the polls.

Florence was a hurricane, Nov. 6 may be an earthquake.

Ramblin’ around the corral with Bob Sweeney

people who stayed behind in their homes.

First, without electricity, nothing works unless homeowners have installed their own power source. Cell phones lose power with no way to charge them. Refrigerators and deep freezes go off. Electric stoves don’t operate, water lines shut down, and standing water becomes polluted. Canned food and bottled water become the staples of life and most people don’t have major supplies of food stocks anymore.

We are really dependent upon our utilities and especially electricity. A good question, if you have to quickly leave your home what do you take with you?

Heartwarming to see the many first responders from across America heading to the East Coast to assist Americans in trouble.

Politics and bickering are left at the borders and Americans are living our pioneer spirit of helping each other. ***

Hot September – time to lighten up Since this September has and said, “Lion, you’ve got 20

BY MORT brought us so many hot, hot days I REMARKS MARKS years of sex life.” The Lion said, know it’s time to lighten up with a “10 will be enough.” The man little humor – so here goes: turned to God and said, “Let me Business — Every Sunday, a have the extra 10.” God nodded little old lady placed $1,000 in the and gave him the extra 10. collection plate. This went on for God gave the monkey 20 weeks until the priest, overcome years. The monkey said 10 would with curiosity, approached her, be enough. The man raised his “Sister, I couldn’t help but notice hand. God nodded and gave him that you put $1,000 a week in the collection the extra 10. plate,” he stated.

Before the day was over, God gave the “Why, yes,” she replied, “every week my man the 10 years donkeys didn’t want, and a son sends me money, and what I don’t need I final 10 that the parrots didn’t use. give to the church.”

That may explain why men have 10 normal years of sex, 10 years of “lion” about it, “That’s wonderful, how much does he 10 years of “monkeying” around with it, 10 send you?” years of being an “ass” about it, and 10 years “Oh, $2,000 a week.”

“Your son is very successful, what does he of talking about it.

Soldiers — Did you hear about the lady do for a living?”

“He’s a veterinarian,” she answered. That’s who last year decided to celebrate Thanksgiving by having several soldiers as her guests? a very honorable profession. Where does he She called the neighboring base, was conpractice?”

“Well, he has one cat house in Kansas City nected with one of the first sergeants, and asked that three soldiers be sent to her home and another in Dallas.”

Thursday for dinner.

Sex – God told the man, “I’m going to “And sergeant,” she added, “I do not wish give you 10 years of a normal sex life.” any of them to be Jewish.”

The man said, “That’s not enough. The “I understand, ma’am,” said the Sergeant. way I feel I need much more.”

Come Thursday, on the lady’s doorstep God said, “Look, I’m busy. We’ll talk later,” and called the King of the Beasts to him stood three fine looking black soldiers in spot-

The National Newspaper Association annual convention is planned in Norfolk, Virginia in two-weeks. Not sure that it will occur, just have to wait and see. Last NNA convention canceled was when 9/11 occurred 17 years ago that date scheduled in Minneapolis. *** Matt Crane, outstanding Arapahoe County clerk and recorder, and election chief was honored last week after being Continued on page 5

less uniforms. “We’re here for Thanksgiving ma’am,” said one of the soldiers politely.

The hostess, eyes widespread, sputtered, “But, but, but, your sergeant must have made a mistake.”

“No ma am, said the black positively, Sergeant Cohen doesn’t make a mistake.”

Kids – Two kids leaving their fancy Beverly Hills school were preparing to fight one another. The two little boys were exchanging their taunts. “My father can lick your father in a fight.”

“Oh yeah,” said the other, “Your father is my father.”

A little boy was having dinner at his friend’s house. Trying to help their guest, the mother asked, “Are you sure you can cut the meat by yourself?”

“Sure,” answered the little boy, “We have it this tough at home too.”

Politics – “Politics is like sex. You don’t have to be good at it to enjoy it.”

“People who don’t, know why America is the Land of Promise should be here a month before this coming November election.”

“Many of today’s politicians have started to behave, not because they saw the light, but because they were starting to feel the heat.”

Last one – One Sunday in church the sermon had been going on endlessly. Finally, the minister’s, voice cracked and said, “What more can I say?” One parishioner yelled, “How about, ‘Amen’.”

Office: 8933 East Union Ave. • Suite 230 Greenwood Village, CO 80111-1357 Phone: (303) 773-8313 Fax: (303) 773-8456 A legal newspaper of general circulation in Arapahoe County, Colorado. (USPS 431-010) Published weekly by the Villager Publishing Co., Inc. Available for home or office delivery by U.S. Mail for $45 per year. Single copies available for 75¢ per issue.

PERODICALS POSTAGE PAID AT ENGLEWOOD, CO. A Colorado Statutory Publication CRS (197324-70 et al).

Postmaster: Send address changes to The Villager, 8933 East Union Ave., Suite #230, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-1357 Deadlines: Display Advertising, Legal Notices, press releases, letters to the editor, 4:00 p.m. Friday. Classified Advertising, noon Monday.

PUBLISHER & EDITOR Gerri Sweeney — x307 gerri@villagerpublishing.com PUBLISHER Robert Sweeney — x350 bsween1@aol.com VICE PRESIDENT/MARKETING Sharon Sweeney — x305 cogambler@mac.com LEGALS - ACCOUNTING Becky Osterwald — x303 editorial@villagerpublishing.com REPORTER Robert Sweeney bsween1@aol.com GOVERNMENTAL REPORTERS Freda Miklin fmiklin.villager@gmail.com 303-489-4900 • 303-773-8313 x365 Doris B. Truhlar dorisbtruhlar@gmail.com 720-934-4645 PHOTOGRAPHER Stefan Krusze — 303-717-8282 octaviangogoI@aol.com FASHION & LIFESTYLE Scottie Iverson swan@denverswan.com DESIGN/PRODUCTION MANAGER Tom McTighe — x300 production@villagerpublishing.com ADVERTISING CONSULTANTS Sharon Sweeney — x305 303-503-1388 cogambler@mac.com Linda Kehr — x314 linda@villagerpublishing.com Valerie LeVier — 303-358-1555 valerie@villagerpublishing.com Susan Lanam — 720-270-2018 Gerri Sweeney — x307 gerri@villagerpublishing.com Scottie Iverson swan@denverswan.com IT MANAGER Patrick Sweeney — x304 idpro.it@icloud.com SUBSCRIPTIONS B.T. Galloway — x301 subscribe@villagerpublishing.com EDITORIAL COLUMNISTS Robert Sweeney — x350 bsween1@aol.com Mort Marks gopmort@aol.com The Villager is an award-winning, locally owned, independent newspaper. All letters to the editor must be signed. The contributor’s name, hometown and phone number must also accompany all letters to the editor for verification, and we reserve the right to edit contributions for space. We attempt to verify all matters of fact but hold contributors liable for the content, accuracy and fairness of their contributions. All submissions become the property of The Villager and may be reused in any medium.

Reverend Martin Niemoller “In Germany, the Nazis first came for the communists, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a communist. Then they came for the Jews, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a Jew. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a trade unionist. Then they came for the Catholics, and I didn’t speak up because I was a Protestant. Then they came for me, and by that time there was no one left to speak for me!”

2018 Member

QUOTE of the WEEK QUOTEWhere of the WEEK

is all the knowledge we lost with information?

– T. S. Eliot

Opinion

Never be fooled by the shining object, look behind the curtain Trump is a master of the art of distract to move the focus from his more serious political challenges to other controversial issues that will move the focus to other issues less damaging to his presidency.

An example of Trump’s argument over the number of deaths that resulted from the devastation of hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico; while the eastern sea border is suffering from the wind and rain of hurricane Florence, the devastation sustained by Florence due to historic flooding in North and South Carolina has already resulted in 32 deaths as of Sept. 18, and hundreds of millions of dollars in property damage.

Instead of focusing his efforts on today’s disaster, the president continues to debate the number of deaths from last year’s disaster in Puerto Rico.

Trump continues to deny any collusion with Russia in its effort to hack the DNC, state election offices and creating fake websites in an effort support Trump in the 2016 presidential election.

As Robert Mueller’s legal team elicits more guilty pleas from senior White House and campaign officials, Trump is attempting to divert public attention to other controversial issues like immigrations or international tariff policies.

Frequently, these diversions do not accomplish the desired affect like the imprisonment of immigrate children taken from their natural parents. The president’s impulsive action with no prior planning resulted in a strong political opposition to the policy and the administration did not have the necessary resources to adequately meet the policy objective. The Senate recently caught the White House diverting funds from FEMA and the Coast Guard budgets to pay for construction short falls of nearly $30 million for U.S. Immigration and Custom detention facilities to house separated immigrant children and associated costs. This is another example of hiding policy mistakes from public view.

Despite Trump’s efforts to divert attention from his major problems embodied in the Russian investigation, it has become clear that he can no longer avoid the reality that the circle of guilt is closing in faster than he can avoid its inevitable conclusion.

It will be very difficult for Trump to throw out any more distracting silver dollars. He will have to finally face the consequents of his actions.

The Mueller team has all of Trump’s silver dollars.

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 5

Barbwire Bob Continued from Page 4

selected to be a host and leader at Secretary of State Wayne Williams “Election Preparedness” training exercise for over 300 election officials from Colorado and beyond.

We ran the full story in last week’s Villager about the event held at the Hilton Inverness Hotel. The Washington Post recently named Colorado the safest state in which to vote. Hat’s off to Matt Crane and Wayne Williams. They deserve your votes in November. Great story by Freda Miklin on the training session. *** Metro Club board of directors are moving ahead on the formation of a new club. While a building may be somewhere in the future, the Metro Club is forging ahead to form a social club for monthly events gaining enough members to eventually have a club facility. In the meantime, John Madden has offered the use of his Palazzo Verdi spectacu-

Ramblin’ around the corral with Bob Sweeney

lar art museum space for upcoming social events.

Watch for upcoming activities starting in October. *** John Madden was the host this past week along with Schnitzer West, at a spectacular Palazzo Verdi event announcing a joint venture between the John Madden Company and Schnitzer West.

Hundreds of business leaders and commercial realtors enjoyed fine food and beverages as this major business merger was announced. See full story by Scottie Iverson in this week’s Villager.

Epicurean catered the event and had four violinists on pillars playing for the entering guests, a new Epicurean feature adding to their versatile menus. *** The Denver Art Museum hosted media from Colorado and across the U.S. at the media preview of the exclusive venue for “Rembrandt: Painter

as Printmaker.” This exhibition is showcasing more than 100 of Rembrandt’s celebrated etching, drawings and paintings. This is an exhibition only coming to America here in Denver on view now through Jan. 6, 2019. This is the 350th anniversary of the famed Dutch artists death.

I followed Dr. Timothy J. Standring, Gates Family Foundation curator at the DAM, and leading scholar of Rembrandt prints through the exhibition with a large media group. He was colorful and informative about Rembrandt and the massive collection of super-valuable collection of prints and paintings on display.

This is the first-ever assemblage of many private prints from various world collections

on exhibit here at the Denver Art Museum.

The showcase also shows how the etchings were made using metal plates and fine etching tools mixing wax, acid, ink and paper to create amazing works of art on paper materials. An amazing display of historic proportions never to be seen in Denver again and something that those interested in art should go view and see the genius of Rembrandt. *** If you have grandchildren who love trains and want to ride on them, this is the last weekend that the Colorado Railroad Museum will be hosting Thomas the Tank Engine. Thomas will be steaming around the museum tracks at the world-class railroad museum both Saturday and Sunday. If you haven’t visited this classic railroad museum, it is full of train engines and loaded with Colorado history. Easy to find and lots of free parking with a small admission fee.

Aging beautifully takes wisdom, wit and a little chocolate.

Join us for Healthy Indulgences – A Women’s Symposium, A Day for You brought to you by Sky Ridge Medical Center. There will be oodles of healthcare and pampering tips to make this a day about health, renewal and rejuvenation…just for you. Meet skin care, age management, exercise and holistic health providers! So, get your best buddy, mom, sister or daughter and register today at http://www.eventdesignusa.com/rsvp.html.

October 6 ~ Hilton Denver Inverness 200 Inverness Drive West, Englewood, CO 80112 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. ~ Spa lunch included

8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

8:30 - 9:00 a.m.

9:00 - 9:15 a.m.

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

Registration and Exhibitors “Morning Breath and Movement.” with NamasteWorks Yoga & Wellness Welcome Remarks “Get the Skinny on Screenings.” panel discussion

by Luke Hoagland, MD, Kathryn Olsen, MD and Mary Mucilli, BS, CBDT 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. “Managing the Maze of Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Caregiving and More.”

by Bruce Morgenstern, MD Noon - 1:00 p.m. Spa Lunch with Stacy Pederson “Dying to Laugh, How to Be Happy When Your Life is a Mess.”

1:15 - 2:00 p.m.

“Oh My Aching Feet.” by Chad Simmons, MD 2:15 - 3:00 p.m.

“Save our Skin…Aging Gracefully and Fending Off Skin Cancer.” by Samantha Stoler, MD 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. Enjoy chocolate, a glass of heart healthy red wine and visit our many pampering professionals.

Visit with dozens of health & wellness experts as well through the day.

PAGE 6 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

Covering business

in the DTC & Denver south SM

the

South Metro Denver Chamber elects Andrew Graham chairman Clinic service president and CEO commits to help small businesses succeed Andrew Graham, president and CEO of Denver medical billing firm Clinic Service Corporation, has been elected chairman of the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce. Graham recently completed two terms on the Littleton Planning Commission and presently serves on the executive board of the Boy Scouts of America, Denver Area Council.

Graham said he will focus on advocating for small businesses in the South Metro area while working to grow the chamber as it heads toward its 100th year in 2021. “We are fortunate to be business people during a time where business generally is good, especially in Colorado,� Graham said. “And while business is good, smaller companies still have an uphill challenge since the

economy generally favors large businesses. I’m committed to ensuring small businesses in the South Metro Area get what help we can give them to compete for contracts and customers.�

In addition to Graham, the SMDC board elected Blue Print Strategies’ founder Jennifer Webster president-elect. Blue Print Strategies is a Denver public affairs agency. Previously, Webster was senior vice president of public affairs and communications at the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce.

New professionals also joining the SMDC Board of Directors include: Rick Bruno, First Bank; Cathlyn DePaiva, Pro Disposal & Recycling; Karl Paulson, Colorado PERA; Krista Simonson, Simonson Team RE/MAX; Bob Stewart, AAA Colorado; Jeff Holwell, City of Lone Tree; Stephanie Beling, Children’s Hospital; and Christie Lee, Lockheed Martin.

Graham said the chamber truly is a place “where all busi-

Holen appointed to NACO committee Arapahoe County Commissioner Bill Holen will take part in a new initiative designed to better connect residents to county services with the hopes of building safe, healthy and vibrant communities.

The initiative, called “Connecting the Unconnected: Counties Linking Residents to Services,� was developed by the National Association of Counties (NACo) of which Holen is a part of. “Connecting residents to accessible county services is a critical component to the success of our community,� said Holen. “Increasing our efficiency in how we deliver programs, remove barriers, reduce overlap, steward taxpayer dollars and connect our most vulnerable citizens is how Arapahoe County is connecting the unconnected.�

NACo is the only national organization that represents county governments in the United States.

Holen currently serves as vice-chair of the Veterans and Military Services Committee, which helps veteran and mili-

nesses, regardless of size, have a voice� in decision making and strategy. “My goal is always to surround myself with people who are ridiculously smart, and I am humbled by the team that join me on the SMDC board,� Graham said. “We all share a respect for the long traditions nurtured by this chamber. For 99 years this organization has prioritized community engagements and making the South Metro Denver area a great place to live and work. We look forward to the work ahead and invite all to join us.�

Robert Golden, SMDC president and chief executive officer, said, “Andrew follows in the footsteps of a stellar group of past chairs that have set a wonderful course of direction for us.

It’s an exciting time for us with a lot of positive potentials for our organization and our members.

We are pleased to have Andrew at the helm to ensure we ‘seize the day.’�

tary families with programs and services. He also is the chair of the Airports Subcommittee for the Transportation Steering Committee, which supports highway and bridge infrastructure through federal legislation.

Holen is a Vietnam Army Veteran and former member of the Colorado Air National Guard. He serves as a Goodwill Ambassador to the United States Air Force 460th Space Wing Command Commander’s Group. In 2013, he chaired the Colorado Bipartisan Military Post�Traumatic Stress Task Force, which address PTSD and brain trauma to veterans returning home from service.

In 2013, he participated in the U.S. Air Force Air War College and the 60th Annual National Security Forum. That same year, he jointly led the county’s Prescription Drug Overdose task force, a coalition of community leaders, doctors and administrators from Kaiser Permanente, to address the staggering abuse of prescription pain medications, such as oxycodone.

Solopreneurs: Find an intergenerational co-founder or throw in the towel?

BY CHRISTA WARD 4GENNOW SENIOR RESEARCHER

We’ve all read the stories about people like Elon Musk.

The lone giant who comes up with an idea, makes millions, becomes wildly successful and is on the cover of every business magazine. Impressive stories that give the struggling solopreneur hope that the endless hours and sleepless nights they’ve been putting in will not be in vain.

Success can happen, but these stories are far from the norm.

Most solopreneurs don’t reach this level of success with 80% of startups failing after the first 18 months.

THE SOLOPRENEUR

Marketing expert Neil Patel defines the solopreneur as, â€œâ€Ś the proverbial chief cook and bottle washer, who started the business, owns the business, runs the business and is responsible for the business’ failure or success.â€? As intimidating as that may sound, millions have chosen to take on the responsibility of being a solopreneur. Because let’s face it: There are some clear advantages.

You are the boss. You are the one who makes the key decisions.

Most importantly, you make all of the profits.

The disadvantages of being a solopreneur are the flip side of the advantages. You have to make all of the decisions.

There’s no one there to share ideas with. You are the smartest and the only one in the room, which can be both an asset and a liability. You have to motivate yourself to keep up the fight even if things are not going your way. You are the one putting in all of the long hours. If the business takes a hit financially, it’s your wallet and livelihood that suffers. As a solopreneur, you can make it work but it’s a risk that you take alone. value of intergenerational partnering

THE VALUE OF INTERGENERATIONAL PARTNERING

Having a co-founder or two is an alternative a solopreneur should consider. When I think about the value of finding a co-founder rather than going it alone, this quote always comes to mind, “If you are the smartest person in the room, you’re in the wrong room.� It’s a bit cheeky but it’s applicable to the solo-

preneur. It’s easy to think your ideas are the best and only ideas out there but it can also be very limiting. Having one or more co-founders gets you out of your own head. Additionally, with the marketplace these days being so generationally diverse, having an intergenerational team makes strategic sense for a business.

Research shows us the workforce is changing, and more generations are working sideby-side. Young people are taking over the workforce in sheer numbers and older people are staying in the workforce longer.

In the startup world specifically, women over 55 are making great strides.

Investors are also seeing the advantages of generational

diversity. Angel and venture investors note the value of funding intergenerational startups because they foster diversity in backgrounds and expertise.

Baby boomers and Gen Xers are more apt to have been in the workforce longer and have the gift of experience. Younger team members, aka digital natives, often can introduce new ideas relevant to the current marketplace. Intergenerational teams can be the perfect marriage between experience and wisdom and youth and energy.

There are many examples of intergenerational teams sharing the load and making it work.

OneClick.chat (formerly Potluck), a Philadelphia video-chat startup is one. Co-founders, Dil-

lion Myers and Alan Gibson are a millennial and a baby boomer, respectively and each brought their areas of expertise to the team. The company’s mission is connecting people through the company’s web-based video chat platform via presentations and discussion groups. Last fall, the company raised $225,000 in a pre-seed round and received a $150,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health to join a study with the University of Illinois regarding the impact of video chat on social isolation among older adults.

If you are a solopreneur, whether or not you throw in the towel is up to you. Some people like to go it alone and that’s fine.

If you want to share the load and be more attractive to the marketplace, an intergenerational partnership may be the way to go.

ARE YOU PART OF AN INTERGENERATIONAL STARTUP?

Share your experience here.

Don’t forget to register to meet other entrepreneurs and share your experience at 4GenNow’s Power Summit coming up on October 12th in Denver.

Advertorial

Â? Â? Â? Â? Â Â? /

TH E 2 ND A NNUAL

Â?

Â?

" Â "

Â

 � �

Â

 Â

Â

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 7

Covering business

in the DTC & Denver south SM

the

Ciruli presents, “Why Elections Matter”

BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

On Sept. 11, at the City of Centennial Public Works Department, the League of Women Voters hosted Floyd Ciruli, founder of Ciruli Associates, a consulting firm specializing in public policy and research.

Ciruli opened the discussion by pointing out the increasing presence of women in government at the national level. Females presently hold 21 seats in the U.S. Senate and 108 in the U.S. House of Representatives.

On Nov. 6, there will be 21 women on the ballot for the U.S. Senate and 226 for the House.

There are currently six female governors, four Republicans and two Democrats. Though things change as primaries progress, Ciruli told the crowd that 14 women are presently running for governor around the country.

Turning to 2020, Ciruli said that outgoing Gov. John Hickenlooper is definitely eyeing a presidential run. Though odds are long, it’s early, and the Democrats have a history of nominating dark horse governors. He said Hickenlooper has excellent political skills, leaving his state office with high approval ratings. Though he considered a run for vice president as an independent, with another termlimited governor at the top of the ticket, Republican John Kasich of Ohio, it now appears that both men will seek the presidency in 2020.

Asked about President Trump, Ciruli said he has dropped five points in his approval ratings in the past month, due to the meeting with Russian President Putin, the legal troubles of his former lawyer Michael Cohen and his former campaign manager Paul Manafort, and the onslaught of negative publications aimed at him, currently the Bob Woodward book, “Fear,” and the anonymous op-ed in The New York Times. Despite Trump’s personal negatives, the U.S. economy is growing at a remarkable rate, and the contrast presents a constant conundrum for incumbent Republicans and those running for office. Ciruli presented a brand-new ABC News-Washington Post poll that showed that the country supports the investigation by former FBI Director Robert Mueller, 63 percent to 29 percent; they do not want to see Manafort pardoned by an even larger margin of 66 percent to 19 percent; and they don’t want to see Attorney General Jeff Sessions removed, 64 percent to 19 percent. Nevertheless, on the subject of impeachment, the majority of people do not believe that Mueller has demonstrated evidence that

Longtime local political analyst Floyd Ciruli and GV resident Mark Plummer talked at a League of Women Voters program on the 2018 elections.

Trump has committed an impeachable offense. Only 49 percent of respondents expressed interest in considering impeachment, while 46 percent said they were against it. It is important to note that these numbers are very fluid, based on current events.

Ciruli presented data on what happened in off-year elections in the years 1982, 1994, 2006 and 2010, when the presidents were Reagan, Clinton, Bush and Obama, respectively. He also showed the presidents’ approval ratings in those off-years. Based on historical results, like most pollsters, he predicts that Democrats will take control of the U.S. House in November, but not the Senate. Even so, many people A

N

O

T

H

E

are skeptical about the reliability of polling and predictions, after the 2016 election.

Ciruli was more certain about the Colorado statehouse, saying the Republicans are unlikely to take it over because of the seven-vote margin held by the Democrats. Republicans hope to retain control of the state Senate, which they hold by a two-vote margin.

On the race in the 6th Congressional District, even if there is a “blue wave,” Ciruli pointed to the personal political strength of incumbent Republican U. S. Rep. Mike Coffman, who won decisively in 2016, despite Democratic presidential candidate former Secretary of State R

S

U

C

C

E

S

S

Hilary Clinton’s equally decisive victory in that district.

While it is too early for reliable polls on the governor’s race in Colorado, Ciruli pointed to the trends in voter registration that favor Democrat U. S. Rep. Jared Polis over Republican Colorado Treasurer Walker Stapleton. In 2000, there were 160,000 more registered Republicans in Colorado than Democrats.

Today that number has shifted to 20,000 more Democrats than Republicans. Still, in Colorado as in other states in 2018, the number of independent voters exceeds that of either party.

The 2018 primaries saw 119,000 more Democrats than Republicans participating, but F

U

L

P

A

R

T

that was partially due to the fact that more races were contested on the Democratic side. While 18th Judicial District Attorney George Brauchler was unopposed for the Republican nomination for state attorney general, former dean of the C.U. law school Phil Weiser had to beat state Senator Joe Salazar for the Democratic nomination. In that race alone, 176,428 more votes were cast in the Democratic primary than the Republican one.

Making a simple analysis of the results even more difficult, under recently changed Colorado law, independents voted in both party primaries.

Ciruli closed by remarking on a large number of ballot issues voters will face, despite it being more difficult to get on the ballot than in previous years. Pursuant to Amendment 71 passed in 2016, getting an amendment on the 2018 ballot required 98,492 valid signatures. If the initiative was to amend the state constitution, signatures had to be gathered from at least 2 percent of the voters in each of the state’s 35 senate districts.

Ciruli is director of the Crossley Center for Public Opinion Research at the Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver. A professor teaching public opinion and foreign policy, Ciruli has been a familiar figure on the Denver political scene for the past 30 years. Besides teaching at DU, he is also a pollster and political analyst for 9-KUSA TV, KOA Radio, and the political website affiliated with Philip Anschutz, coloradopolitics.com. On top of those responsibilities, he hosts a political blog site, fciruli. blogspot.com. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

N

E

R

S

H

I

P

“Bright input and brilliant solutions with dazzling results.

Our kind of people!

First American State Bank partnering with Trice Jewelers.” ~ Ralph Klomp, Trice Jewelers

6885 S. University Blvd. • Centennial, CO 80122 303.759.9661

Scott Yeoman, First American State Bank, Jay Davidson, First American State Bank, Ralph Klomp, Trice Jewelers, and Justin Klomp, Trice Jewelers

www.fasbank.com • 303.694.6464

PAGE 8 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

Covering business

in the DTC & Denver south SM

the

John Madden Company hosts awardwinning Palazzo Verdi Launch & Preview

BY SCOTTIE TAYLOR IVERSON STAFF WRITER

breath of fresh thinking. Discover your space to thrive. Clever themes for a commercial office building that aims to please its tenants and already offers state-of-the-art attractions.

Schnitzer West, that is expanding its presence in the Denver area, was on hand to take part in the festivities because of its latest venture with John Madden Company in the Fiddler’s Green Neighborhood located in Greenwood Village. John Madden Company, Cushman & Wakefield, University of Denver, McKinstry, Rocky Mountain Institute and Epicurean Catering outdid themselves for the launch party that unveiled multiple elements of the revitalization of the Fiddler’s Green Neighborhood and getting to Zero Over Time Sustainability Practices. A tour was offered of the 230,000 square feet of office space available soon. Plans were unveiled for the new Fiddler’s View health and entertainment complex and the University of Denver’s inspired-by-art offerings.

Live entertainment included yoga practices on the greenbelt and a bevy of female violinists

on platforms. In the Madden Museum of Art, private collection artworks by Joseph Raffael were on display. Passed horsd’oeuvres, food stations and bars were sprinkled throughout the entire level including Mangia Bevi and its patio. Elaborate floral, hedges, lighted signs and special effects enhanced the decor. From the balcony above the atrium, presentations were delivered by John Madden, Dan Ivanoff, DU Chancellor Rebecca Chopp and Blair Madden- Bui.

ABOVE: Schnitzer West founding partner Dan Ivanoff, John W. Madden, Jr. – founder of John Madden Company, Doug Zabel - Schnitzer West investment partner and University of Denver Chancellor Rebecca Chopp RIGHT: Linda and Dr. Richard Kelley with John Madden Company CEO Blair Madden-Bui

Three ways you can assist your body in Healing itself

BY LES SIMPSON WELLNESS TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST

he experts tell us that our bodies were designed to heal itself.

When we have compromised our nervous and circulatory system the body has trouble accomplishing this.

There are three problem areas that compromises optimum brain and body function.

Medicines can make us sick. We

create Personalized Medicines with Pharmacogenetics or PGx. When we see drugs ads, they always have a list of side effects.

Adverse Drug Reaction kills 350 people a day and hospitalizes 5000 more. The American Medical Association says ADR is the 4th largest killer in the US. With PGx testing, doctors can reduce or eliminate the side effects, hospitalizations and death. Please watch this 30-minute video for more information,

www.tinyurl.com/wtppgx30.

Next is our nervous system.

If you could see your brain under a QEEG or brain map, you would notice three conditions.

The first is a blue area that is lethargic and sometimes damaged. New technology can help get it going again. Green areas are healthy and have energy to give to the areas of your body that needs it. Red areas of our brain are over worked and overstressed. New technology alAdvertorial

lows your brain to be optimized and turn green where you need it. Please watch this 16-minute video for explanation, www. tinyurl.com/wtpvoxxstory .

Our microcirculatory or capillary system is severely compromised by the time we are 55+. A new technology from Germany allows the capillaries to increase flow by 29%, driving nutrients and oxygen into starving cells.

And removing waste that

clog the system. Please watch 15-minute video including the FDA disclaimer for the US, www.tinyurl.com/wtpbem .

This 20-year-old technology is used in 4000 hospitals and clinics in 42 countries.

We protect our body from damage by having our medications match our genetics. Then we can optimize our nervous and circulatory system and allow our bodies to heal themselves.

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 9

Stephanie and Bob Whittelsey, Colliers International

Stress on the rise?

SUBMITTED BY CU SOUTH

According to a 2017 Gallup survey, about eight in 10 Americans frequently or sometimes encounter stress in their day-to-day lives. Not only does this impact one’s emotional and mental wellness, it takes a massive toll on the body too. The American Stress Foundation states that stress can cause a number of physiological effects in the moment, such as tense muscles and rapid breathing, but it can also impact you long-term. This is seen in certain disorders such as insomnia, hypertension and increased susceptibility to infections.

With medical knowledge and technology advancing at a historically high rate, why are individuals still suffering from lofty levels of stress?

What are the top catalysts of these ever-so-present emotions?

Studies show that health, finances and safety rank number one, with interpersonal relationships and politics following. These all seem pretty intuitive - life is expensive, bills stack up faster than we can handle, and the political climate can cause a lot of uncertainty too.

Still, should these levels really be upsurging?

Karen Gorton, assistant professor at the University of Colorado College of Nursing, has a unique stance on this topic, stating that in our technologysaturated world, stress boils over now more than ever.

“Our access to knowledge is instantaneous and we are being inundated by it,” Gorton states.

She notes that in the field of nursing alone, “an individual’s knowledge base is doubling every 12 months.” This large influx of new knowledge can create a lot pressure to keep up. And, as technology continues to advance at an incredibly high speed, it can become increasingly difficult to fully unplug.

“We have come to expect an immediate response from people; that’s the new norm,” Gorton states. She says that “society has lost the boundary of personal space and time because we have social pressure to always be connected” and that can be a huge source of stress for people. Learning how to bounce back from

stress, having the capacity to handle it in the moment without tipping over the edge, and learning self-management skills is paramount in the chaotic world we live in today.

What are some of the most impactful ways to manage stress?

Gorton says that “If, and when, you are feeling stressed, take 10 deep breaths and spend some time

asking yourself ‘what has pushed me to this tipping point?’” She also notes that it can be effective to actually tell those around you that you have been pushed past your limit and need some time to cool down. If you are able to, remove yourself from the context, and allow yourself some time to reflect. These simple actions can make a profound difference in your overall response to stress.

Additional research shows

that listening to soothing music can wind down your heart rate and blood pressure, some of the most common symptoms of stress build-up. Any form of physical activity, including walking, yoga, and stretching, can be beneficial as well because it releases feelgood chemicals into the body and allows you to actually practice managing stress. So, lace-up those running shoes, take a moment to deeply inhale and exhale, or turn up your favorite tune, even for just a moment. You may find that your feelings of being stressed and overwhelmed are able to subside.

Gorton is hosting a series on building your personal and professional resilience starting Sept. 28 at CU South Denver. She hopes to teach individuals how to better cope with stress through an internationally recognized system of practical solutions called HeartMath. There are two session options, or individuals can choose to attend both. Participants will discover what depletes and renews emotions, heart-focused breathing and more.

Learn more at southdenver. cu.edu/portfolio/personalprofessional-resilience.

Doug Wulf, Dan Miller and Andrew McCabe of Cushman & Wakefield

In addition to violinists inside the atrium, a musician was even stationed at the entry.

PAGE 10 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

Aurora medical center of welcomes vascular surgeon Omid Jazaeri, M.D. HCA/HealthONE’s The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) announced that as of Aug. 1, Omid Jazaeri, M.D., RPVI, FACS a boardcertified general and vascular surgeon, is seeing patients and performing vascular surgical procedures at TMCA. Jazaeri’s practice, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Associates, is a HealthONE Physician Services Group practice. He comes to TMCA from University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, where he founded and served as program director for the Vascular Surgery Fellowship Training Program.

Jazaeri completed his fellowship training in vascular and endovascular surgery at Harbor UCLA Medical Center Los Angeles County.

He completed his residency training at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Networks, Penn State University School of Medicine and at-

tended medical school at Saint George’s University School of Medicine.

“Dr. Jazaeri’s name is synonymous with high quality care and he brings an exciting new element to our vascular program,” said Dan Miller, president and CEO of The Medical Center of Aurora and Spalding Rehabilitation Hospital. “We look forward to growing this program with his expertise. Enhancing our vascular services also enhances other services such as our cardiac and neuro programs.”

Vascular surgeons treat and manage disorders of arteries, veins and the lymphatic system. Jazaeri provides comprehensive medical and surgical treatments including less invasive endovascular techniques for individuals with all types of vascular conditions. Jazaeri’s interests include aortic aneurysms as well as aortic dissections, ca-

rotid artery stenosis, thoracic outlet syndrome, and limb salvage in peripheral vascular disease. In addition to treating adult patients, Jazaeri also treats and has experience with pediatric patients with vascular disease, which is a new service element at TMCA. “I am excited to embark on this new journey at The Medical Center of Aurora,” says Jazaeri. “The hospital is an asset to the community and provides high quality care to the patients they serve.

I look forward to working with the staff and my physician colleagues to grow this important program.”

Jazaeri’s practice is located at 1444 South Potomac Street, Suite 390, on The Medical Center of Aurora’s south campus. To make an appointment, call 303-2264650 or visit CardioSurgeryAssociates.com for online appointment scheduling.

HealthONE names Ryan Simpson president and CEO

HCA Healthcare/HealthONE has announced the appointment of Ryan Simpson as president and chief executive officer of The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) and Spalding Rehabilitation Hospital. Simpson, currently the chief operating officer at Swedish Medical Center and will begin his new role on Oct. 1.

Simpson will replace Dan Miller, who is leaving TMCA and Spalding after being appointed CEO at HCA Healthcare’s Methodist Hospital and Methodist Children’s Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.

“Ryan brings over 12 years of experience as a COO into this new role, with six of those years being at TMCA,” said Sylvia Young, president and CEO of the HealthONE System. “With his proven history at the facility, he was the overwhelming choice of the medical staff and leadership team to fill the CEO role. Ryan returns to a strong team that is well positioned for continued growth and committed to providing high quality care.”

Simpson has been with HCA since 2010 and during his time at Swedish, he was instrumental in relocating Colorado’s largest urology practice to the facility, resulting in a 40 percent increase in robotic surgeries.

During his time at TMCA, Simpson

led numerous development, construction and renovation projects across campuses totaling over $70 million. Among the projects were the renovation of TMCA’s perioperative services, intensive care unit, emergency departments, Saddle Rock ER, and the establishment of a behavioral health campus.

Simpson received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Birmingham-Southern College in Birmingham, Alabama. He received his Masters of Science in both Business Administration and Health Administration from University of Alabama at Birmingham.

“I am honored and humbled to have been selected as CEO of The Medical Center of Aurora and Spalding Rehabilitation Hospital,” said Simpson. “Having been in the COO position at TMCA for six years, I fully understand what a wonderful facility it is. The physicians and employees have created a special culture and I look forward to returning to work with TMCA’s talented team as we continue to provide excellent patient care to the community.”

Simpson and his wife, Johanna, have been married for 21 years and have two children.

TMCA opens valve clinic

Fall Sales Event

Receive 20% off ALL Tumi September 13th-23rd at the Paradise Baggage Company *Some exclusions apply on already marked down items

A FEW QUICK TIPS Top 3 Packing Tips from Eagle Creek Experts: 1. For the Business Traveler, use the medium Pack-It Folder 2. For the Family Traveler, use color coded Pack-It Sacs 3. For the Adventurous Traveler, use the Cargo Hauler

We are All About Travel

HOURS

LOCATION

WEBSITE

CONTACT US

Monday - Saturday 10am - 6pm Closed on Sunday www.paradisebaggage.com

4442 S. Broadway Englewood, CO 80113

Call: 303-320-4646

HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) announced it has opened a new Valve Clinic for patients with valvular heart disease. The Valve Clinic, which exists within the hospital’s Center for Lung and Heart Health, offers a multidisciplinary team approach to the management of patients with valvular heart disease by involving cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, cardiac imaging specialists, and dedicated nurse practitioners in the care process.

“We’re very proud of our cardiac team for their commitment to providing outstanding, high quality care to our cardiac patients,” said Rachel Miles, chief nursing officer at TMCA and Spalding Rehabilitation Hospital. “The goal of the valve clinic is to ensure that every patient has a personalized and thorough evaluation and is offered the most appropriate procedure that is right for them.”

Once a patient is referred to the clinic, a cardiologist and a cardiac surgeon examine them. Dedicated nurse practitioners then navigate the patient through the entire process to ensure that the patients have the necessary diagnostic testing completed before presenting the case at the weekly valve conference which is attended by interventional cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, cardiac imaging specialists and the patient’s primary care provider. The course of care for each patient is then determined through a shared decision making process.

The Medical Center of Aurora’s growing cardiac program offers a number of options for patients with valvular disease including open heart surgery, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Mitral Valve Repair (TMVr). The hospital started their TAVR program in 2015 and their Mitral valve program in 2017.

The Valve Clinic is located at 1421 South Potomac Street, Suite 315. To speak with a member of the Valve Clinic team, call 303695-2971.

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 11

Englewood City government reeling, regrouping

BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER On July 24, two inches of rain pounded the city in less than an hour, resulting in overwhelming flooding near South Broadway. A 32-year-old woman was trapped in a basement apartment at 4650 S. Acoma Street and she drowned before rescuers could reach her.

Several Englewood residents have been continuously pressing their city government ever since, wanting answers about why it happened. They have argued that the city was on notice, as early as 1999 that the storm drainage system in the area where the flood occurred was dangerously inadequate.

Englewood has 500 full-time and 400 part-time employees. Its city council is comprised of seven members, four of whom represent specific districts and three of whom represent the city at-large. The mayor and mayor pro-tem are chosen by the council from among its group.

There is a city manager in charge of day-to-day operations. District 2 representative Linda Olson, elected in 2009, currently serves as mayor and representative at-large Rita Russell, elected in 2015, is mayor protem. Unlike some others, this city council operates with 100 percent transparency. All its meetings and study session are live-streamed and available to watch online anytime.

On Sept. 4, as a result of a security concern, all individuals attending the city council meeting were required to pass through metal detectors. One member of the council chose not to attend. At the end of that meeting, four-year city manager Eric Keck unexpectedly publicly announced his resignation.

The Villager reached out to the mayor, mayor pro-tem, and two other members of the city council whose names had come up in other matters, to get their thoughts on recent events in their city. We asked about the departure of the city manager, the security issue on Sept.

4, and their response to citizens about the circumstances that led to the July 24 flood that resulted in a fatality.

Olson said that she was surprised and very disappointed that Keck left, but appreciated the awesome job he did and wished him well. She had no comment on the security situation that gave rise to the use of metal detectors on Sept. 4. Olson said that, during 8.5 years on city council, she had not been made aware of any past concerns about inadequate storm drainage. She said that the council was trying to study the problem now to determine what should be done. Olson said that “cities all over the metropolitan area and around the country are dealing with infrastructure issues.”

Russell is seen by many as a quiet voice of reason. She told The Villager that she was not surprised at Keck’s departure because she thought he had been looking for another position for a while. She appreciated his service. Regarding the security event, Russell said that she and others had received an email from a citizen who reported overhearing a conversation that could have been interpreted as threatening. Her understanding

was that Englewood police officers investigated and determined there was no credible threat, but Russell allowed that something could have occurred subsequently that changed that conclusion. The mayor pro-tem said that the safety of all citizens, including city council, is paramount.

Regarding the flood, Russell said that council is asking for $171,000 to study the south Englewood storm drainage infrastructure to determine the best way to fix it.

District 3’s Laurett Barrentine told The Villager that she was surprised, but not shocked at Keck’s departure. She said, “I am sad. I thought that if he faced the concerns and issues that were coming forward, he might have reached a new plateau in his professional career.”

Regarding the security situation on Sept. 4, she said that she was surprised to see the metal detectors because Russell had told her there was no credible threat and she had not been contacted by Olson. About the flooding, Barrentine said that the city had had a special election in May (to fill the seat of Joe Jefferson, who was appointed presiding municipal judge of Englewood), she herself was currently being subjected to a recall effort, and the city manager had just resigned. She said there was a lot going on, but the problem is extremely important, and the council would act on the situation as soon as possible.

Cheryl Wink was elected representative-at-large in November. She saw city manager Keck as a “won-

derful guy who was being blamed for everything.” She felt that people didn’t give him a chance to do his job and that he wanted to help the city move forward. Wink did not attend the Sept. 4 meeting because she “wanted to bring to light that it was important that all of the council get the same information if there is a potential threat.” She said that the city manager told her that he was not aware of the history of flooding in the area where the fatality occurred. Wink said that the city council has been reeling since the incident. She said they were gathering the necessary information to determine what to do. She believes that it will be a very expensive fix, but it must be done to protect the residents.

It was unclear whether the metal detectors were going to continue to be used at city council meetings.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city of Englewood has 34,407 residents, a median housing value of $238,400 and household income of $50,184. Its population is 85 percent Caucasian and includes 2,040 military veterans. Just over one-third of Englewood residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher and 10 percent are under 65 with a disability. The bureau estimates 17.7 percent of Englewood residents live in poverty. The city’s website says that the average size of homes in Englewood is 1,237 square feet with an average of 3.68 people living in them. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

CHERRY CREEK NORTH

467 ADAMS STREET

Extraordinary custom home, designer perfection, top location and better than new condition. AVAILABLE TURNKEY FROM DESIGNER FURNISHINGS TO SILVERWARE. ONLY $2,795,000.

PRESERVE

5670 S GRAPE

Exquisitely remodeled, separate guest apartment entrance, 10 foot ceilings in basement.

Attend Cherry Creek Schools. $1,940,000 GREENWOOD VILLAGE

5868 VILLAGE WAY

AYS D 2 N ACT I R T N R CO UNDE

Top Sushi Restaurant

Unbelievable location, wrapped by the Highline Canal.

Immaculate mid-century modern ranch. $2,175,000 GOLDEN

BEARTOOTH RANCH

Architectural masterpiece, 15,000 sq ft on 35 acre site. Guest quarters,waterfall and pond.

Phenomenal property. $5,750,000

New, beautifully remodeled and expanded.

More spacious dining, larger sushi bar and cocktail lounge.

Same quality sushi, Same excellent service, Same location & hours, Same friendly owners, Jessie & Steve Take Out Orders Available Catering Available 2412 E. Arapahoe Rd., Centennial 80122 303-7 7 9 -0608 • www.landofsushi.net

CHERRY HILLS FARM WEST

4930 S. GAYLORD ST.

Exceptional custom home and grounds. Walls of windows, outdoor paradise. $2,695,000.

PAGE 12 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

PLANT & ll Fa BULB SALE

Mirrors reflect GV split views Continued from Page 1

cussion, saying, “I would propose that the vast majority of council is leaning toward” Kerber and Hilton’s comments.

Bullock said, “I didn’t hear that.

I heard that side of the table say just the opposite.” Rakowsky said, “Well, I’m hearing that.”

Shortly, the mayor appeared to decide that the conversation over and just moved on.

On Sept. 17, council unanimously approved on first reading an amended ordinance that exempts from the much-discussed eight-inch limit for grass and weeds on property described as, “city-maintained open areas and drainage ways as well as properties in the rural areas of the city, as depicted in the comprehensive pla, and other parcels of land where taller growth is consistent and complimentary to neighborhood characteristics.” Some residents may be concerned that, in addition to grass, this amendment also removes the prohibition against weeds exceeding eight inches in any of the areas described.

Mirrors in a horse arena

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

SEPTEMBER 28 & 29 9 A.M. – 5 P.M.

Savvy gardeners know fall is prime planting time! Shop hundreds of bulbs and Grown at the Gardens plants. Experts on-hand. Come early!

Members receive a

10% DISCOUNT on all purchases.

FREE ADMISSION

PRESENTING SPONSOR

10th & York Street botanicgardens.org

ASSOCIATE SPONSORS

After the discussion on grass and weeds at the Aug. 20 city council study session, Bullock raised an unexpected issue that was not on the official published agenda for the study session, which is unusual but not prohibited.

He explained that, “a resident in the rural section has built an equestrian park,” and that the resident “has also ordered $100,000 worth of 10-foot mirrors to be placed around the arena because he has a daughter who is going to try to qualify for the Olympics.” Bullock said neighbors who oppose the facility had complained and he agreed with them, thus he wished to “propose the concept of an ordinance that would restrict…any kind of mirrors (in horse arenas).” Hilton said, “It would be a terrible thing…fire; mirrors and

the reflection off; why not?”

Council member Tom Dougherty, who was a consulting engineer who worked on nuclear power plants and an operations officer with the CIA before becoming a lawyer, said that sunlight reflected on mirrors being a fire danger was “an urban legend.” He then disclosed that the homeowner in question had sought advice from his law firm. He pointed out that they had submitted plans to the city for the arena, including the mirrors, and that those plans had been approved. Relying on that approval, the homeowner had spent a tremendous amount of money. He was not advocating for the homeowner, but that there were “a lot of facts that need to be considered.” Nothing was resolved.

Three weeks later, at council’s Sept. 10 meeting, Bullock moved to approve an amendment to the GV municipal code, on first reading, adding to the list of prohibited accessory structures in the city, “outdoor equestrian arena mirrors as stand-alone accessory structures or in conjunction with any other outdoor use.” The proposed language included an exception for existing or presently under construction facilities.

Dougherty said he had a conflict of interest due to his firm’s legal relationship with the family whose arena is at issue and recused himself from the case.

A public hearing, standard for all city ordinances on first reading, was held. The first speaker was Len Goldstein, a well-known equestrian and advocate for horses and rural GV, who is also a five-year member of the city’s Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee. He said he lives immediately north of the property where the mirrors were planned to be installed. Goldstein explained that he was there to speak for his family and four other immediate neighbors of the arena property, whom he named, who had authorized him to do so.

Getting blindsided by a urological condition is no time to throw a Hail Mary. You need to rely on decisive teamwork and precisely executed plays.

At Swedish Medical Center’s Surgical Robotics Institute, our team of highly-skilled team of urologists use the latest techniques and technology perform delicate surgeries with greater dexterity, range of motion, and accuracy. The result? A better experience and a speedier recovery for the patient.

For more information about our Advanced Urologic Surgery at Swedish, call our nurse navigator at 303-788-6717.

All five families opposed Bullock’s proposal.

Goldstein explained that there is diversity in how horse owners use their horses and that he and his neighbors welcome that diversity. He said it is well-known that dressage riders use mirrors in their arenas. Moreover, he said that the family who had the arena was actively engaging with their neighbors and committed to providing any and all necessary landscaping to screen the arena to make sure it didn’t negatively impact others. The family who owns the property with the arena was present at the city council meeting and testified, affirming what Goldstein said, noting they had already purchased 12 to 14foot trees, and that the mirrors, which were not yet installed, would have electric covers over them when they weren’t being used.

Martha Potter-Goldstein, a longtime real estate agent in the neighborhood, was the only other resident who attended the public hearing. Speaking after her husband, she echoed his sentiments, also mentioning that the horse arena was much more pleasant to look at than the 15-foot chain-link fences around tennis courts in the area, for which no screening was required.

Len Goldstein contended that the proposed ban (of all mirrors) was premature and asked city council “to hold its fire.” He added, “See if the neighborhood can come to a resolution on this.

If we can’t agree, then maybe we come back for the ban.” He added that the family with the arena and the neighbors were “working feverishly to come up with a plan that is a compromise.” Goldstein closed with, “For this reason, I would ask the city council at this time to either table the motion or deny the motion.”

Bullock contended that opponents of mirrors didn’t know that there was going to be a public hearing, so they hadn’t come.

After the mayor said that this meeting was properly noticed as a public hearing, the city attorney confirmed that a public hearing is held for all ordinances like this one at its first reading and it is publicized in the newspaper (as well as the city’s website).

After further discussion, Bullock asked that council either vote on his motion or defer it for three months and send out a survey on the question. Some members of council and the mayor questioned who would receive the survey, e.g., whether it would be homeowners in the rural area nearby the property at issue, homeowners on any property in GV where horses were permitted, or a differently defined group of residents.

Most council members didn’t seem anxious to send a survey to an undefined area about arena mirrors, likely because they are getting ready to send out a comprehensive citywide survey to all residents about GV services, Continued on page 14

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 13

Weiser campaign for attorney general outlines positive vision for protecting Coloradans’ rights

Bishop announces run for Cherry Hills Village City Council

Weiser’s Statewide Campaign Underscores Commitment to Engage and Serve all Coloradans

Zach Bishop is running for Cherry Hills Village City Council because he wants to improve accountability to constituents in local government. Bishop is an investment banker who specializes in helping local governments finance public infrastructures like roads and water systems. He has worked with almost every municipality along the Front Range and knows firsthand how to make local government efficient, transparent, and responsive.

“My campaign will be centered around increasing the city’s accountability to residents by providing improved forums for input and increased transparency around key decisions. The city failed to seek substantive citizen input on the roundabout at Quincy and Colorado until forced to do so by active residents, highlighting behavior that has applied to a number of similar issues over the past four years.”

Bishop is a native of Denver who graduated from Cherry Creek High School and loves this community. He and his wife

Democrat Phil Weiser declared his candidacy for Colorado’s next Attorney General in May 2017. Over the course of his peoplepowered campaign, Weiser has engaged with Coloradans to present an agenda focused on equal rights for all — to ensure every Coloradan is treated fairly regardless of who they are or where they come from, and for protecting Colorado’s land, air and water.

On the campaign trail, Weiser details his vision for an attorney general’s office that leads with creative solutions in a range of areas affecting all Coloradans.

Weiser, a beloved teacher and leader in Colorado’s entrepreneurial community, has served in the judicial and executive branches of the federal government, including as law clerk to Supreme Court Justices Byron White and Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Phil Weiser

He also worked as a senior official at the U.S. Justice Department in two administrations, and as a White House adviser to President Barack Obama.

Explains Weiser, “My career has been about bringing people together to solve complex problems in new ways. I look forward to using these experiences and skills to transform the AG’s office to help Coloradans in every part of the state.”

The attorney general serves as the top lawyer for the people of Colorado on issues ranging from civil rights and consumer protection, to

protecting our land, air and water. Weiser emphasizes that as attorney general, he will represent all of Colorado. He further details plans to work with leaders across the state to bring high-speed broadband internet service to all communities, fight for affordable health insurance, lead on water management, address the opioid epidemic, fight for fair access to economic opportunities, and advocate for high-quality, accessible education.

“In every county I have visited,” Weiser explained, “I have learned about the challenges facing Coloradans in different communities. I am committed to representing all Coloradans as the next attorney general. That is why I am focused on bringing high-speed broadband internet service to all communities, fighting for affordable healthcare, leading on sound water management, addressing the opioid epidemic, and promoting high-quality, accessible education and economic opportunities in all parts of the state.”

Navy veteran and local businessman Toren Mushovic announces bid for House District 3 Colorado is at a crossroads and the important decisions being made today by our leaders, will define the kind of Colorado our children will inherit tomorrow. That’s why Toren Mushovic is running to represent his neighbors in House District 3, he will bring in a new era of leadership to Colorado.

“Our state leaders do need to address the challenges we face,” Mushovic said. “While Colorado is an attractive place for people to relocate because of our quality of life, this will not be the case if we ignore the impact dramatic cost of living and outrageous congestion is having on the South Denver Metro Area.”

We need a proven leader to represent our best interests at the Capitol. Navy veteran, father and innovative healthcare entrepreneur, Mushovic is ready to address transportation growth, education opportunities, healthcare and attainable housing for Colorado’s young families.

Mushovic understands Colorado is facing big challenges, but he has focused

Toren Mushovic

all of his professional life on tackling big challenges.

As a Naval officer, Mushovic was deployed twice in support of the global war on terror and Operation Iraqi Freedom, where he developed a strategy for prosecuting terrorists. He practiced law at one of the leading international law firms where he helped local, national and foreign companies understand the regulatory and business environment. Working to improve the health of all Coloradans, Mushovic is helping lead two innovative healthcare companies

focused on improving the quality of health and life for patients through innovative and cost-effective solutions.

“I value honesty, commitment and trustworthiness.

And as a leader, I strive to inspire trust and loyalty in those I lead,” said Mushovic.

“My military education instilled in me at a young age to conduct myself with the utmost integrity and high ethical standards in all that I do. These are the qualities I will bring with me to the state Capitol.”

“I am running for House District 3 because I believe Colorado’s best days are ahead of us,” Mushovic said.

“Now is our opportunity to either invest in our children’s future or burden them with a state drowning in debt, a crumbling infrastructure and an unsustainable cost of living. Together, I am confident we can preserve and improve our unique Colorado quality of life.”

Mushovic, a Republican, is running against incumbent Jeff Bridges.

RESERVE YOUR AD SPACE FOR OUR OCT. 18 POLITICAL SECTION Ad deadline Sept. 27 Call 303-773-8313 for an ad rep today!

Zach Bishop

have two young boys that attend Cherry Hills Village Elementary School, where Christina is cochair elect of the PTCO. In his free time, Bishop likes spending time with his family, exploring Colorado’s trails, and supporting the Denver Broncos.

If elected, he will bring more transparent decision-making to the village and will work to find innovative ways to reduce traffic congestion and improve the safety of our community.

To learn more about the campaign, visit bishopforcouncil. com.

Christman announces re-election campaign as mayor of Cherry Hills Village Cherry Hills Village Mayor, Laura Christman, announced she has opened her re-election campaign. First elected in 2014, Christman explained that it is important to her to complete the projects and fulfill the agenda that first brought her into public service.

“I have always tried to listen to our community and neighbors, including differing opinions.

This has always served me well.

Through discourse comes better decision making.” Together with the city council, we have accomplished a number of goals which were priorities in the Village Masterplan, but which had been languishing. Christman pointed out that when she started as mayor both the existing Public Works Facility and City Hall were in violation of FEMA, environmental laws, and the American’s with Disability Act in addition to suffering serious deferred maintenance.

Christman, as well as members of the council, discovered that there was no long-term fiscal management in place. The CHV functioned solely based upon a one year budget. It took leadership both at the mayor level and city council to make bold changes to create financial change and fiscal responsibility in the Village, among them, creating a 10-year financial plan.

It takes leadership to hire a new city manager with the skills to make fiscal responsibility a mantra.

Under Christman’s leadership, a new Public Works Facility has been constructed in Sheridan, on time and under budget, a new City Hall is in the process of being constructed on time and on budget, and Meade Park is being developed as a rec-

Laura Christman

reational park for the enjoyment of all citizens.

By combining the three projects costs were kept down, services were not impacted (in fact the police department added an officer) and taxes were not increased. Christman believes with careful thought and planning the semi-rural Village can live within its budget while still accomplishing many of the goals of the master plan.

Christman is a former real estate partner at Brownstein, Hyatt & Farber and a 30 year Cherry Hills Village resident. Christman is proud of her work with council and staff to update the website to make it easier to navigate, professionalizing the Village Crier and making it a monthly communication, initiating the first drone law in Colorado and creating ordinances prohibiting short-term Airbnb type rentals in neighborhoods. Christman explained, “These may seem like small things, but they all add to the safety, security and community feel of our Village.”

The mayor and three members of city council are on the Nov. 6 General Election ballot as non-partisan officials.

PAGE 14 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

BUSINESS

Luggage Sale

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Chasing 360 at the Curtis Center for the Arts

Sept. 8-Oct. 27. Sept. 29, 1 p.m., Juror’s Talk. Relate to and draw comfort from as their work deviates from the original vision into what it ultimately become. From the point of view of five Colorado-based artists, Kristen Abbott, Deidre Adams, Molly Berger, Jessica Magee and Julia Rymer, Chasing 360 explores the full magnitude of the artistic and creative process. Each artist in the exhibition will share the impetus and meaning that exists in their work and how it comes to be. Info: 303-708-6110.

Arapahoe Philharmonic Symphonic Triumphs

Sept. 29, 7:30 p.m. concert, Maurice Ravel’s Daphnis and Chloe Suite No. 2, Charles Ives’ Decoration Day and Robert Schumann’s Rhenish Symphony. Preceded by a talk with Music Director Devin Patrick Hughes at 6:45 p.m. and is preceded by a talk with Music Director Devin Patrick Hughes at 6:45 p.m. and a Classic Children’s Corner for kids of all ages at 7:10 p.m. at Denver First Church of the Nazarene, 3800 E. Hampden Ave., Cherry Hills Village. Tickets: www.arapahoe-phil.org or 303-781-1892.

Mel Brooks Live: Back in The Saddle Again

Oct. 6, 2 p.m. An exclusive inside look

at his storied career and the making of the legendary and groundbreaking move Blazing Saddles, considered one of the top comedy films of all time will be presented on the big screen followed by a live conversation and audience Q&A with Mel Brooks himself. Pre sale tickets on sale at AXS.com or call 888-929-7849. The event will be held at Bellco Theatre, 700 14th St., Denver.

Littleton Symphony Orchestra Concert

Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m. The 2018/19 season: From New York to Moscow. Their first concert: Lenny’s 100th Birthday. In honor of Leonard Bernstein’s birthday, the Overture to Candide, followed by his ballet, Fancy Free. Birthday toast from Maestro de Lemos followed by the Dance Suite from West Side Story. Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura, St., Littleton. Info: 303933-6824.

History Colorado Center Lecture

Oct. 15, 1 and 7 p.m. “Borrowed Time,” Stephen Batura, artist. Lectures held at the History Colorado Center on the third Monday of each month. Learn from experts as they weave the stories behind each of these fascinating topics. Tickets: call 303866-2394 or go online to historycolorado. org/lectureseries

Council reflects on mirrors Continued from Page 12

development policies, communications methods and more.

The mayor suggested several times that the matter could be postponed to allow further discussion among all the interested parties, consistent with Goldstein’s request. Council member Steve Moran opposed grandfathering-in arena mirrors under construction. He said, “I think we, as a council, should be very careful about an ordinance like this…I think we’ve got to make a decision.

We either allow the equestrian arena mirrors or we don’t allow them.”

Since Bullock had made the motion to pass the ordinance, it was his choice to go forward or withdraw it. After consider-

ing the mayor’s suggestion, Bullock rejected it and asked for the vote. Presley was the only yes vote for the ordinance besides Bullock. All other council members present and participating, Hilton, George Lantz, Moran and Ingebretsen voted no (Kerber was absent and Dougherty recused), thus the ordinance failed.

Presley then asked the city attorney where that left the family with the arena, who was present. City Attorney Tonya Haas-Davidson said that her legal opinion was that they have an approved permit that includes mirrors, and given that council had just voted not to prohibit mirrors, they could proceed with their plans. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

Sept. 13-23. Paradise Baggage Co is offering 20 percent off all Tum’ luggage at Paradise Baggage Co. 4442 S Broadway, Englewood. Hours 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

EDUCATION

Emergency Preparedness

Sept. 26, 1:30-1:30 p.m. National Preparedness Month Fair in the lobby of the Aurora Municipal Center - 1515 E. Alameda Parkway. Join the city of Aurora’s Office of Emergency Management and other local organizations to learn more about how you can be better prepared for an emergency or disaster. Learn how to make a kit of emergency supplies, get involved in preparing your community, prepare for your pets in an emergency and much more. No RSVP is necessary. Questions: pmason@auroragov. org or 303-326-8995.

EVENT

South Suburban to Host Free Chipping and Mulch Event

Sept. 22, 8 a.m. - noon. Bring your discarded branches and bushes to South Suburban and the City of Centennials’s event. Logs or tree trunks larger than 10 inches in diameter, and lumber or salvage material will not be accepted. Two locations for drop off your cuttings: South Suburban’s Willow Spring Service Center, 7100 S Eagle St., Centennial or Centennial Public Works Facility, 7272 S Eagle St., Centennial. Free mulch is available at the Willow Spring location throughout the event. Mulch will be available at the Centennial Public Works location starting at noon. It’s self-service, so bring a tarp and shovel to collect mulch.

Info: 303-325-8000.

Pixelated: Sculpture by Mike Whiting

Through Sept. 23, Pixelated will bring back childhood memories of video game arcades and also call to mind modern artworks. The depiction of natural forms, such as plants and animals, in bold colors and geometric shapes will be a witty complement to the Denver Botanic Gardens York St., which are simultaneously wild and cultivated.

Ageless Outings

Sept. 26, 2 p.m. Out and About Colorado Founder Mary Archer shares her suggestions for over 200 day trips for seniors to enjoy in the Denver Metro area at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S Datura St. in Littleton.

Copies of her guidebook are available for sale at the event. Info: 303-795-3961.

Volunteer For Cancer League

Sept. 26. 1 p.m . Zanes Restaurant.

Interested in working on the 50th Anniversary Hope Ball? Contact Edie at edie@ kentwood.com.

Rocky Mountain Shipwrights Exhibit

Sept. 28-30. Visit the model ships exhibit from the Rocky Mountain Shipwrights in the Sophie’s Place area of the Bemis Public Library 60131 S. Datura St., Littleton.

Enjoy the gorgeous and intricately built model ships from Egyptian garages to WWII destroyers, ships in bottles to all-paper models to miniature liners. Info and time: 303-795-3961.

Saturday Movie Matinee: RBG: A Documentary (PG)

Sept. 29, 2 - 4 p.m. Join the Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton, for an intimate portrait of an unlikely rock star: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg at a viewing. The filmmakers explore how Ginsburg’s early legal battles and her lifelong fight against gender discrimination changed the world for women. Free popcorn and lemonade. Info: 303-795-3961.

Colorado Oktoberfest 2018

Sept. 29, 1-6 p.m. Do you love beer, competition and showing off your “Trinkvermogen” in public? Five hours of action-packed excitement. Beer tasing meets Beerfest meets Charitable festival.

Party at the Breckenridge Brewery 12 acre campus at 2920 Brewery Lane, Littleton

with German farmhouse, beer garden, grass lawns and backdropped by the Rocky Mountains. 24+ craft brews, unlimited tasting, 12 oz pour. Grab your team and compete in Beer Fest. Countless games, entertainment and contests. Come in your Oktoberfest, German, Bavarian attire. Prizes for the Bet Legs Contest. Colorado Oktoberfest is Oktoberfests on Steroids! Various German and Bavarian dishes to eat. But passes. Call 720-507-1376.

Step Denver’s 35th Anniversary

Oct. 9, 5-6 p.m. - VIP Reception; 6-7 p.m. Film Chasing the Dragon: Life of an Opiate Addict followed by a panel and Q&A following the film. Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel, 1550 Court Place. Tickets: 720439-8487 or jfouts@stepdenver.org.

5th Annual Choctoberfest Colorado

Oct. 13, 10 a.m. -6 p.m. The Region’s Most Indulgent Chocolate Festival. If it’s Chocolate, it’s Here! Aisles and aisles of chocolate samples and products. The world’s largest chocolate-covered Peyton Manning sculpture, chocolate pudding sting and chocolate Aerial apple bobbing contests, chocolate ideas for wedding parties and holidays, a live polka/50s rock band, and other fun activities. $5 admission tickets and taste tickets at 12 for $10 on sale at www.choctoberfet.org A $50 VIP ticket includes exclusive VIP access to the show. Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, 25690 E Q Quincy Ave., Aurora. Brand-new building with 25,000 s.f. Free parking. Details at chocolatefest.org or call 303-969-9021.

FUNDRAISER

TLC Meals on Wheels

“Feed 50 Clients for 50 Weeks” campaign. Goal to raise $62,000 on their 50th Anniversary in serving the South Metro Denver Community. Go to tlcmealsonwheels.org to donate.

Anchor Center For Blind Children Benefit

Sept. 22, 5:30-9:30 p.m. at the J-5 Equestrian Center, 6900 S. Platte Canyon Road, Littleton. Equestrian/Western Chic: Wedges, flats or boots are recommended.

No Spiked heels. Entertainment by Chris Daniels and The Kings. Honorary Chairs: Pamela and James Crowe. Event Chairs: Maria and Lee Kunz. $150/person. Purchase tickets at anchorcenter.org/sunsetrsvp Questions: Call 303-777-9732 x 156.

Fundraising Hide - Wag ’n Trail Sept. 22, 8 a.m. - noon at Glendale Farm Open Space in Douglas County. Hikers can enjoy the 1.6-mile hike with their pups, a beer garden, silent auction, dozens of pet-related vendors, food trucks, music, adoptable dogs and access to a five-acre, off-leash dog park before or after the festivities. An event of the Dumb Friends League. Registration is $50 and includes a downloadable event photo of you and your dog, a photo frame, a bag of Hill’s Science Diet Treats, craft beer or root beer and ice cream for you and your pup. Contribute an additional $25 and receive a Wag ’n Trail event shirt and dog bandana. Register at wagntrail.org.

22nd Annual Sunset In The Country

Sept. 22, 5:30-9:30 p.m. J-5 Equestrian Center, 6900 S. Platte Canyon Rd., Littleton.

Equestrian/Western Chic. Entertainment

by Chris Daniels and The Kings. Honorary Chairs, Pamela and James Crowe; Event Chairs, Maria and Lee Kunz. A benefit for Anchor Center for Blind Children. Hors d’oeuvres, drinks, dinner, dancing and auction. RSVP by Aug. 31 at anchorcenter. olerg/sunsetrsvp Questions: 303-3889732;156.

Clothes To Kids of Denver Blue Jean Bash Sept. 22, 6 p.m., appetizers and gourmet food stations, silent auction, music

by Montbello Drumline and Cocktail jazz; 8 p.m. program 9 p.m. After-party, Music provided by The Bourbonites. Colorado Cocktail. Dress up your favorite jeans or

dress down your fancy frock. Tickets: 720379-4630.

Make-A-Wish Annual Kickball Tournament

Sept. 29. Join the Young Professional Group of Make-A-Wish Colorado for their 14th Annual Kickball Tournament presented

by Digicomm International Inc. at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park at 6000 Victory Way, Commerce City. Groups of 11-15 players will get together for a fun competitive game of kickball while raising money to grant the wishes of children with critical illnesses.

Food, prizes, and a trophy for the kickball winner. Register your team at kickballwish. org

The Women’s Foundation of Colorado Annual Luncheon

Oct. 10 at Colorado Convention Center.

Special guest is sports icon and activist Billie Jean King. Raise funds to support the economic advancement of Colorado women and their families. Info and purchase tickets: wfco.org.

GRAND OPENING

Grand Opening for Our Not-So Traditional Chiropractic Office

Sept. 27 - Neuro-Structural Chiropractic Office. PRIME Chiropractic has been open for three months, but we’re just now getting around to celebrating. There will be great food, drinks, networking, free massage, and over $1,500 in raffle prizes given away. The grand opening will be held at PRIME Chiropractic, 5956 S. Holly St., Greenwood Village, from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.

SANCTUARY

Blessing of the Animals at Wellshire Presbyterian Church

Sept. 23. Bring your scaly, furry and feathery friends to receive a special blessing from the pastors. Sept. 29 and 30. Faith and Sexuality - God Made You Good. Workshop on faith and sexuality for kids and their parents. RSVP: child care@wpcdenver. org.

SERVICE CLUBS

Englewood Rotary Annual Fall Harvest Wine Tasting

Sept. 21, 6 p.m. The event supports the education and well-being of young people with college scholarships, leadership training, school supplies and clothing. They also assist military veterans (and their families) in financial need. Wine tasting at The Guild, 3435 S. Inca St., Suite C, Englewood. Wine education and silent auction. $50/person, payable at rotaryclubofenglewood.org or at the door. RSVP: to Ed: edkoinc@comcast. net.

VOLUNTEER NEEDED Littleton Symphony Has Openings

Volunteer openings: Assistant Concertmaster, Principal Bass, Second Trombone, Assistant/Utility Horn and All strings section musicians. Auditions will be held by appointment. For audition requirements visit littletonsymphony.org Info: Call Bobbi Jones at 303-989-4727 or info@littleton symphony.org.

WHAT’S NEW?

Denver Botanic Gardens Fall Plant & Bulb Sale

Sept. 28-29, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Free admission to the Gardens and Sale. Hundreds of bulbs and grown at the gardens plants are offered, along with expert advice from our horticulturists. The plant sale is located under the tent at the UMB Bank Amphitheater. Denver Botanic Gardens 1007 York St., Denver, botanicgardens.org.

Global Down Syndrome Foundation Office Moved

The Global Down Syndrome Foundation and Anna and John J. Sie Foundation, and AJS Ventures, LLC and East 2nd Ave. Investors, LLC have moved to 3239 E. 2nd Ave., Denver 80206.

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 15

Colorado remembers 9/11: threats to U.S. security

BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

T

he Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (CELL) presented leading national security experts Sept. 12, retired four-star general Michael Hayden, who served as director of both the CIA and the NSA, former presidential adviser Elliott Abrams, and former Pakistani ambassador to the U.S. Husain Haqqani, in a panel discussion. The event was led by Tom Sanderson of the Center for Strategic and International Studies, a 50-yearold Washington-based, bipartisan, nonprofit policy research agency. The panel addressed security threats around the world to a full house, including dozens of local elected officials, at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House at the Denver Performing Arts Complex.

The panel’s experience was global and bipartisan. Hayden was appointed NSA director

by President Bill Clinton and served in that position for four years under President George W. Bush, who then appointed him director of the CIA, where he stayed two years into Obama’s presidency. Abrams was assistant secretary of state under President Ronald Reagan and an adviser to and deputy national security director throughout the two terms of Bush. Haqqani, who served four different prime ministers of Pakistan, was ambassador to the U.S. during Obama’s presidency.

The program opened with a moving tribute to the victims of Sept. 11, especially the first responders, as well as an acknowledgment of the recent loss of Sen. John McCain, described as an American hero and fierce defender of our country.

Sanderson asked the panel if we are safer today than we were before Sept. 11, 2001. All agreed that we are, but with caveats.

Abrams talked about the role of repression in terrorism, using Egypt as an example. He also mentioned the use of drones as a threat. Haqqani said we are safer from 9/11-type attacks, but not necessarily emerging threats. He talked about the role of Russia, who is now supporting the Taliban and trying to get the U.S. out of Afghanistan, while also making friends with Pakistan.

Asked what they viewed as our greatest threat, Abrams named Iran, while Aqqani named China because of its efforts to supersede the U.S. in dominance. He also included Russia and Iran on his list, saying Iran wants to flex its muscle all over the Middle East the expense of Israel and the U.S. Hayden said he worries most about the erosion of the post-WW II consensus that had been established. He posed the question: “What do Americans view as their role in the areas of immigration, free trade and our traditional alliances? He said that, under Obama, his foreign

Retired General Michael Hayden was director of the CIA and the NSA.

friends asked, “Where are [the U.S.] guys?” Now they ask, “WHO are you guys?”

Sanderson next queried the panel about their view of the ISIS threat today. Abrams said, “ISIS has been pushed back.

I’m more worried about Hezbollah and a resurgent al-Qaida.”

Haqqani followed with, “ISIS was al-Qaida 2.0. Who will support al-Qaida 3.0? They found a home in Yemen and Somalia.

Will they return to Syria? The real question is, can we anticipate them?”

Hayden said, “War is complex. It has four phases: deployment, shaping, force on force

ISIS has been pushed back.

I’m more worried about Hezbollah and a resurgent alQaida. ISIS was alQaida 2.0. Who will support al-Qaida 3.0? They found a home in Yemen and Somalia.

Will they return to Syria? The real question is, can we anticipate them?

– Husain Haqqani, former Pakistani ambassador to the U.S. and stabilization. We are now on phase 3 (force on force) at the Euphrates River. Washington is debating whether to go to phase 4 (stabilization). The military believes that if you don’t use your military advantage on the ground to complete phase 4, you will end up repeating phases 1 to 3. He quoted a foreign diplomat as saying, “You Americans never lose a war. You lose interest.”

He went on, “This is not a war between Islam and others.

It is a civil war within Islam. We need to enable elements within Islam who are not extremists.”

Abrams said, “Al-Qaida is an ideology. To defeat it we need to provide another more appealing ideology.” Haqqani said, “If the U.S. suppresses al-

Husain Haqqani was Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States during the tumultuous years of 2008 to 2011.

Qaida in one place, it surfaces in another. ISIS is now showing up in Afghanistan.” Agreeing with Hayden, he said, “I think the majority of Muslims want to live in the world, but many Muslim countries have failed governments.”

Addressing the impact of different presidential administrations, Hayden said, “Overall, there has been surprising continuity from Bush to Obama to Trump. Policies are really unchanged regarding ISIS. The only real difference is Trump says bad things about Islam.”

Haqqani differentiated Trump from his two predecessors.

“Bush and Obama dedicated pretty much the same resources.

Trump is different. You need people who understand other cultures. If you cast all Muslims as enemies, where will you find people who can help you understand? You need government allies and you also need individuals.” Haqqani agrees with Trump that the U.S. has gotten nothing for the billions it has given Pakistan, but he thinks there is a larger consideration. “Pakistan has 200 million people and nukes. The U.S. and Pakistan are drifting apart due to different values, and Pakistan is about to provide China with access to the Persian Gulf because China plans to invest $62 billion in Pakistani infrastructure.”

Sanderson asked the panel what they think Russia will do in 2018. All three sounded a similar theme. Abrams said, “The Trump administration’s policy toward Russia is better than Trump. There is no real change in U.S. policy. I’d increase economic sanctions against Russian oligarchs whose money is laundered in New York and London real estate.” Hayden said, “Russia is not a resurgent power.

Texas, New York and California each have larger economies than all of Russia. Their strategy is to pull other countries down. In 2016, their goal was to erode our confidence in ourselves.

They identified already existing fractures and exploited them.

We should fix our own politics.”

Haqqani said it this way: “Russia wants to erode American leadership to create space for themselves at a low cost. The

Elliott Abrams was former Deputy National Security adviser & Deputy Assistant to the president

U.S. should extract a bigger price to stop them.”

A part of the Mizel Institute, the CELL was formed in 2008. Its mission is to prevent terrorism through education,

empowerment and engagement.

It is best known as a sponsor of public events focused on current security issues, domestic and international. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

v

AT THE TOP OF HER PROFESSION SINCE 1977 Office: 303-773-3399

Cell: 303-905-0744

EXPERIENCE COUNTS! 467 ADAMS ST., CHERRY CREEK

Exquisite designer home, French Country ambiance.

On Cherry Creek’s best street. $2,795,000

NEW LISTINGS o 4930 S. GAYLORD ST. - Magnificent Karen Keating custom designed masterpiece in Cherry Hills Farm West. Walls of windows, Botanic Garden-like yard and extraordinary outdoor living with BBQ, fireplace and fountains. Must see this one of a kind exquisite home.

OFFERED AT $2,695,000. o 467 ADAMS ST, CHERRY CREEK NORTH - Extraordinary custom home, designer perfection, top location and better than new condition. This home sits on Cherry Creeks best site, close enough to walk to everything and away from the the congestion.

MAY BE OFFERED AS A TURNKEY PURCHASE, FROM DESIGNER FURNISHINGS TO KITCHEN SILVERWARE. $2,795,000. o BEAR TOOTH RANCH ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE ON 35 ACRE SITE - 15,000 Sq.Ft. Finish includes guest house, indoor/outdoor pool, panoramic mountain views with open space on all sides. $5,750,000. o PREMIER 1.2 ACRE SITE - in Whispering Pines. Back to Buffalo reserve. $570,000. o 5675 S CLARKSON $585,000 UNDER CONTRACT. o THE PRESERVE Cherry Creek Schools, private site, incredible remodel. Fabulous guest apartment, spectacular basement with 10 ft ceilings - $1,995,000. o COMING CHERRY CREEK: PORTICO Designer perfect 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit.

Mountain and city views. ONLY $550,000. o 1215 S YORK, WASHINGTON PARK - $980,000 SOLD. o 4945 S GAYLORD CHERRY HILLS FARM WEST - $2,190,000 SOLD. o THE PRESERVE 5402 PRESERVE PKWY N. - $1,699,000. SOLD. o PENTHOUSE DENVER ART MUSEUM - $1,150,000 SOLD. o THE PRESERVE 5801 S. BIRCH CT. $1,725,000 SOLD. o THE KNOLLS: TOTAL REMODEL. $695,000 UNDER CONTRACT. o ON THE HIGHLINE CANAL- UNDER CONTRACT - $2,195,000.

CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE

o 14 VILLAGE RD. - $4,995,000 SOLD. o 3800 E MANSFIELD - $2,550,000 SOLD. o 16 VISTA RD - $2,375,000 SOLD. o 3701 S. COLORADO BLVD - $1,000,000 SOLD. o CHERRY HILLS FARM WEST. $2,175,000 SOLD. o 27 MARTIN LANE - $1,695,000. SOLD. o 4850 S. GAYLORD - $2,050,000 LIST AND SOLD. o 85 GLENMOOR - $2,400,000 - SOLD. o CHERRY HILLS PARK LAND $1,750,000.

SOLD. o BUELL MANSION - Architectural Digest perfection. $1,850,000 SOLD. o CHARLOU IN CHERRY HILLS - $1,195,000 SOLD.

GREENWOOD VILLAGE & SUBURBS

o ONE CHERRY LANE GREENWOOD VILLAGE $2,225,000 SOLD. o 7180 E. BERRY ST. - LIST AND SOLD $2,895,000. o THE PRESERVE - $1,735,000 SOLD. o ONE CHERRY LANE - $1,705,000. SOLD.

o HILLS AT CHERRY CREEK Opportunity at $579,900 SOLD. o THE PRESERVE - $1,650,000. SOLD. o GREENWOOD HILLS - $1,500,000 SOLD. o THE HILLS AT CHERRY CREEK - $680,000 LIST AND SOLD. o 23 BELLEVIEW LANE - $1,250,000 SOLD.

CASTLE PINES & DOUGLAS COUNTY o 9610 SPIRIT GULCH - $1,250,000 SOLD. o KEENE RANCH - CASTLE ROCK - $915,000 SOLD. o HIGH PRAIRIE FARM - $974,900 SOLD. o MCARTHUR RANCH - $2,200,000 SOLD. o AUTHENTIC SOUTHWESTERN IN CASTLE PINES VILLAGE - $1,250,000 SOLD.

DENVER

o CHERRY CREEK DEVELOPMENT SITE $3,000,000 SOLD. o 418 DETROIT - $1,800,000 SOLD. o POLO CLUB NORTH - $900,000. SOLD. o WASHINGTON PARK - $1,150,000, SOLD. o CHERRY CREEK 420 ADAMS ST. - $775,000 SOLD.

CHECK OUT MY INDIVIDUAL HOMESITES at www.DenverRealEstate.com E-mail me at emarks@DenverRealEstate.com

#1 DENVER BOARD OF REALTORS 12 YEARS STRAIGHT #44 OF 1,350,000 AGENTS IN THE USA (THE WALL STREET JOURNAL)

PAGE 16 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

Classified Advertising SERVICES

Home Design. Additions, Renovation Consultation.

Arch/Eng. Needs prepared and permitted by seasoned professionals. Save time. Save $$$.

Atlasdeveloping@gmail.com

s20-n8

HELP WANTED

CDL-A Flatbed Drivers 2years exp. Apply www. mycdlapp.com/apex

Dependable Yard Work: Flower beds, weeds, expert rose trimming and care. Modest rates.

Friendly and dependable. Local references.

Call Greg at 720-404-8032 tfn Handyman who can do it right the first time.

Local repairman. Call Doug at 303-756-5655

tfn

Diesel Mechanics 2nd/3rd shift. Must be insurable (Service Calls) Apply w/MVR. 9800 Alton Way Henderson, CO a23-n15

ESTATE SALE - LOG HOMES

PAY THE BALANCE OWED ONLY!!!

AMERICAN LOG HOMES IS ASSISTING JUST RELEASED OF ESTATE & ACCOUNT SETTLEMENT ON HOUSES.

4 Log Home kits selling for BALANCE OWED, FREE DELIVERY 1)Model # 101 Carolina $40,840…BALANCE OWED $17,000 2)Model # 203 Georgia $49,500...BALANCE OWED $19,950 3)Model # 305 Biloxi

$36,825...BALANCE OWED $14,500

4)Model # 403 Augusta $42,450...BALANCE OWED $16,500 NEW - HOMES HAVE NOT BEEN MANUFACTURED

Make any plan design changes you desire!

Comes with Complete Building Blueprints & Construction Manual Windows, Doors, and Roofing not included BBB NO TIME LIMIT FOR DELIVERY! A+ Rating

*OFFER NOT AVAILABLE TO AMERICAN LOG HOME DEALERS*

Colorado Statewide Classified Advertising Network To place a 25-word COSCAN Network ad in 91 Colorado newspapers for only $300, contact your local newspaper or call Colorado Press Association Network at 303-571-5117.

AUCTIONS

Hurd Creek Ranch Auction Winter Park Land + Senior Water Rights Oct 13/2pm MT 926 Total Acres 13 Tracts & Combinations ColoradoRanchAuction.com / 970-531-5051 United Country / Gingery & Associates, Inc. B. Gingery, Lic# FA100044706 S. Terrel, Auctioneer 6% BP. See website for terms.

WANTED

Honda Accord 2 OT is tops I was fueling up the 2018 Honda Accord touring sedan at a 7/11 and a construction worker climbs out of his truck and walks over to tell me how attractive the sedan was. “Really a nice-looking car,” he said. This Honda Accord is very attractive and was ranked as the “North American Car of the Year.”

It isn’t only the appearance, but this Accord Touring model has a 252-hp. turbocharged four-cylinder engine that really performs with no turbo lag in performance. The engine is complimented with steering wheel paddle shifters and a 10-speed automatic transmission. This is just one outstanding automobile with

Cash for Mineral Rights Free, no-risk, cash offer. Contact us with the details: Call: 720-988-5617 Write: Minerals, PO BOX 3668, Littleton, CO 80161 Email: opportunity@ecmresourcesinc.com

Colorado Press Network Buy a 25-word statewide classified line ad in newspapers across the state of Colorado for just $300 per week. Ask about our frequency discounts!

Contact this newspaper or call Colorado Press Network, 303-571-5117

final assembly in Marysville, Ohio. with a U.S.A. engine and transmission.

The Honda Accord series comes with different lines and prices, starting around $23,000 and moving to the touring model that is the top of the line at a suggested retail price of $36,690, loaded with special equipment and Eco and Sport modes.

The fuel economy is rated at 32 highway mpg. and 26 city and during the week the average was 34 mpg overall using the eco choice, but sport mode for short bursts of power.

The Accord has the highest overall safety rating of Superior, that is very meaningful

To place an

OBITUARY NOTICE in

Call 303-773-8313 x307

Cost is only $50

or email obituary with photo to gerri@villagerpublishing.com

COLORADO RESPITE COALITION RESPITE CARE FOR YOU = BETTER CARE FOR YOUR LOVED ONE

WWW.COLORADORESPITECOALITION.ORG

Look refreshed Dr. Mahlberg, MD

Dr. Alkousakis, MD Dr. Caufield, MD

Colorado Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery exists to serve patients and the community through personalized and exceptional care. We are a forward-thinking practice that provides surgical, medical, and cosmetic dermatology services with the highest level of care, excellence, and innovation.

for today’s drivers with the ever-increasing amount of traffic on streets and highways.

Safety equipment includes the forward traffic alert warning that gives instant warning of an impending collision with a forward vehicle called “forward mitigation braking system.”

The touring model has many extra features from leather-trimmed seats and steering wheel. The interior is plush with paneling and a 10-speaker system that is easy to operate along with an array of electronic and navigation systems and voice recognition.

The best part of all is just the drive, the firm suspension system that is precise on curves and corners, the instant acceleration, and overall agility of the vehicle. So easy to drive and very responsive.

Only suggestion would be the addition of an all-wheeldrive model rather than the stock front-wheel-drive on most lines.

This moon-roof, sleek designed Honda Accord is one of the finest cars driven during any auto testing.

Honda is a world-class company, and this is an award-winning Accord line of vehicles and consumers will find these cars highly rated by all reports, including this one.

This is a very competitive market for these midrange sedans and many sales in progress.

for your next event

Medical, Surgical, and Cosmetic Dermatology Botox® Juvederm® Laser Treatments

Board-Certified Dermatologist Board-Certified Dermatologist Board-Eligible Dermatologist

C O LO R A D O D E R M AT O LO G Y. C O M • 3 0 3 . 7 6 1 . 0 9 0 6 • G R E E N W O O D V I L L A G E M E D I C A L B U I L D I N G • 7 1 8 0 E . O R C H A R D R D. S T E 2 1 0 C E N T E N N I A L , C O 8 0 1 1 1

SeniorChoices

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 17

SeniorChoices A comprehensive guide to products and services for active & vibrant senior adults

Health insurance tips for traveling abroad SAVVYSENIOR

outside the U.S. except in certain circumHow does health stances – on a cruise insurance and Mediship within six hours care cover health care of a U.S., for instance. outside the U.S.? My Some coverage is built husband and I have a in if you have one of the trip abroad planned this Medigap supplemental

BY JIM MILLER fall and would like to plans (C, D, F, G, M, N) find out if we should buy that pay 80 percent of extra insurance. What can you bills for emergency care as long tell us? as it’s during the first 60 days of the trip abroad. There’s also Almost Retired a $250 annual deductible plus a Dear Almost, lifetime limit of $50,000 for forGreat question! No one likes eign travel emergency care. to think about health problems If you happen to have a while on vacation, but medical Medicare Advantage plan, your emergencies happen, and your coverage outside the U.S. will regular insurance may not cover depend on the plan. Some plans your care when you’re traveling offer emergency care coverage abroad. To avoid any expensive while others don’t. You’ll need surprises, here are some tips to to check your plan for details. help make sure you’re covered.

Dear Savvy Senior,

Know What’s Covered

Your first step is to contact your health insurer to find out exactly what your plan covers when you’re traveling abroad.

If you have health coverage through an employer, the Health Insurance Marketplace or a private insurance company, the level of coverage can vary widely depending on your policy.

If your plan does provide coverage abroad ask about the specifics, such as whether the plan includes coverage for emergency evacuations to the U.S. and pre-existing medical conditions. You should also find out what your out-of-pocket costs will be if you need medical care while you’re away.

If, however, you or your husband have original Medicare, it does not provide coverage

Buy Extra Protection

If your policy doesn’t provide health coverage outside the U.S., or if the coverage is limited with high out-of-pocket costs, you can purchase a travel medical insurance policy to cover you or supplement what your insurer won’t cover.

To shop and compare plans, visit sites like InsureMyTrip. com or SquareMouth.com. To give you a general idea of what travel medical insurance cost.

A couple in their 60s planning a two-week trip to Europe, for example, could get a $50,000 medical coverage limit and $100,000 for a medical evacuation for around $100 or higher.

You also need to know that most travel medical plans do not cover costs related to a preexisting health condition. So,

if you or your husband has a pre-existing condition that might require medical care, choose a comprehensive travel policy, which typically covers medical care, medical evacuation, trip cancellation, trip interruption and baggage loss, and then tack on a pre-existing condition waiver.

Correction The cutline in last week’s Villager front page photo was misidentified. It was actually at the Election Preparedness for Infrastructure and Cybersecurity training exercise at the Hilton Inverness Hotel in Englewood. The Villager apologizes for the error.

Finding Care

If you get sick or injured during your trip, call your travel insurer who can recommend local care options. For extra help, consider joining the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers (IAMAT.org), which provides its members access to a worldwide network of physicians who speak English and have agreed to affordable prearranged fees. Membership is free. Also, visit Step.State.gov to enroll your trip with nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. They too can offer health care referrals.

5.0  Senior Companionship Grocery Shopping/Errands Google Review My Mom has Parkinson’s Meal Preparation Light Housekeeping disease, and Jenny comes and keeps her active once or twice a Transportation Travelweek.

Services Jenny will do whatever you need (within reason of course).

She is 100% trustworthy and Call Jenny Kukoy (720) 628-7511 super easy to get along with. I never worry when my Mom is with www.JennysHelpingHands.info her. Super happy we found her.

Susannah C.

www.JennysHelpingHands.info Call Jenny at 720-628-7511

Reimbursement

If you do have travel medical insurance, and you receive medical care while traveling abroad, you will probably be required to file a claim and show medical records outlining the care you received and receipts. So, make sure you get copies of these, so you can get reimbursed when you get home.

Send your senior questions to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070 or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

Changing the rhythm of your relationship The river cruise is over, and we have been touring Europe by ourselves. I have noticed my cynicism and frustration with one thing that kind of makes my head spin. Everywhere I go, including a department store, they charge 50 euro to use the bathroom. Some of the bathrooms have a potty guardian but this concept is so institutionalized, they have turnstiles similar to those in a train station. If you do not have the correct change, you are out of luck and better be able to hold it. I find this quite peculiar on a continent that prides itself in socialized medicine and “free health care for all” as a basic human right. What could be more of a human right than to go to the bathroom? Why can’t they come up with the money to pay for those of us who need to use a facility for a basic human function?

When I asked a tour guide about it, he told me that if you want clean bathrooms, you need

to pay to get them. How does that equate to health care? If you want good health care, make it free. It just does not make sense. Am I missing something?

Additionally, after doing a Google search I learned that Europeans smoke at double the rate of Americans. If health care is paid for by the government, why doesn’t the government make smoking cessation or prevention more of a priority?

But I digress…

On a happier, less cynical note, I have to hand it to the Europeans, they know how to enjoy their day. There are a zillion plazas and outdoor cafes and they are all packed from morning till night. In the morning there are lattes and croissants, midday, more coffee and pastries but also beer and wine, at night there is a full meal, beer and wine and in Amsterdam, marijuana everywhere. Europeans appear more social, interactive and laid back. It is part of their charming culture.

With the weather being warm and sunny and warm there was

no better way to relax and enhance my relationship with my husband than by hanging out at a local café. It is the best peoplewatching experience as well. We could linger at a café and the wait staff would not bother us. We would even have to ask for the check.

Traveling is a great way to enhance relationships. It changes the rhythm of one’s life and everything seems more intentional and planned. Traveling together builds bonds of learning and growing together, being creative problem solvers, making memories and sharing new and exciting experiences. It is wonderful to spend such quality time together and focus on the same thing. I am thankful for this vacation because as I teach about relationship development, I was able to practice the concepts that we at the Center for Relationship Education impart. I will be excited to get back my rhythm at home and at work and will be delighted not to have to pay to use the bathroom.

For more info contact: joneen@ myrelationshipcenter.org

• Specializing in dental implants “Teeth in a day” • Laser therapy available • New state-of-theart facility

• Participating provider for Delta Dental, Metlife, Cigna and most other insurance companies

PROVIDING EXCEPTIONAL PATIENT CARE 3690 S. Yosemite St, Denver CO 80237 yourdentalimplants.com • 303-695-0990

PAGE 18 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

FLEURISH

RMMSC medical director Dr. Timothy Vollmer, Gala Chair Suzanne Hickox, keynote speaker Adam Writer and wife Adrine Photos by Scottie Taylor Iversonv

Rocky Mountain MS Center Gala hits it out of the park!

Celebrates 40 years and breaks records

I

n 1978, neurologist Dr. Jack Burke and patient N. Daren Writer founded Rocky Mountain MS Center (RMMSC).

The first patients were seen at University of Colorado Hospital and Denver Veterans Affairs Hospital. In 1979, the Nobel Prize for Medicine was awarded to the creators of the CT scan – giving humans the first detailed look inside the living brain. The scans would show Multiple Sclerosis (MS) lesions and changed the way Multiple Sclerosis was diagnosed. In 1988, RMMSC moved to Swedish Hospital in Englewood. In

1997, Dr. John Corboy established the University of Colorado MS Center and set up an MS Clinic at Denver Health.

In 2000, Corboy began seeing patients at Denver VA Hospital. In 2011, the CU Department of Neurology centralized clinical research with Dr. Timothy Vollmer as vice chair for clinical research and obtained an NHI grant to participate in clinical trials for rare disorders. In 2018, RMMSC at CU now serves 4,500 patients – estimated to be half of all Coloradans living with MS and representing 25 percent growth since 2010.

“We lead with our

mission and Suzanne Hickox’s passion is contagious,” said CEO Gina Ensrud of this year’s gala chair. “Mark Johnson who chaired the corporate committee hit it out of the park and surpassed our goal. The money we raise stays right here in Colorado and offers the greatest gift of all – hope!” said Hickox. She wanted the audience to know that although the gala had her name

on it, the committee, including Auction Chair Claudia Miller, deserved the kudos. She also shared the touching story of the year 2015, when she herself was diagnosed with MS. Her cousin, Arlene Mohler Johnson happened to be chair of that year’s MS Gala and of course, made sure Hickox had a direct pipeline to the best care.

Keynote speaker Adam Writer, son of RMMSC founder N. Daren Writer, shared the story of his father’s journey. “It was a relief to know a name for his symptoms, “said Writer. When he asked his dad what it felt like, he said: “It feels like someone is standing over me beating my legs with a baseball

ABOVE: Gala Corporate Chair Mark Johnson and his cousin Suzanne Hickox LEFT: Board of Directors Chair Del Arnold, RMMSC CEO Gina Ensrud RIGHT: Gail Coors and Arlene Mohler Johnson BELOW, LEFT: Tye and Dayla Newberry, Lee Bowen and fiancée Louise Richardson BELOW, RIGHT: Matt Moriarity standing behind his wife Michelle, her mom – Carla McElroy; Chris Walling standing behind his mom Sandee – a star in the RMMSC video and looking younger every day

bat.” Writer explained that in his father’s time, treating MS was basically pain management and that 40 years later, there is combination therapy that appears to stop progression. “My father would be amazed at what RMMSC has done.” He left the other 554 attendees with a quote from Bruce Wayne: “It’s not what we say, but what we do that defines us.” The record-breaking event raised approximately $340,000. Auctioneer Gary Corbett’s appeal portion alone raised $101,000. The RMMSC’s tagline is the answer is here. It’s Mission is: To improve the lives of individuals and their families living with MS and related neurological diseases through care, support, education and research.

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 19

FLEURISH

Meet author Laurie Halse Anderson Kids with special needs to copilot aircraft at Centennial Airport

Denver Fly Day offers kids the experience of flight The Challenge Air for Kids and Friends “Denver Fly Day” offers more than 70 special needs children and youth the opportunity to experience the thrill of flight with free 30-minute airplane rides flown by 14 local volunteer pilots.

Flying in single-engine aircraft, the program focuses on the abilities of the special needs participants and the many possibilities available to them. Youth participating in the event will have the opportunity to take control of the aircraft, under the direct supervision of a licensed pilot,

to build confidence, self-esteem and look beyond perceived limitations.

This year the event will be Saturday, Sept. 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the XJet hangar facility, Centennial Airport: 8201 South InterPort Blvd. in Englewood.

The Challenge Air program empowers participants and their families with a fun-filled day of activity designed to eliminate perceived limitations and open doors to an unforgettable growing experience—allowing participants to see if they can fly a

plane, they can do anything. The program consists of an educational ground school where participants learn about the forces of flight and learn how pilots with physical challenges fly specially equipped airplanes. The day includes an inspirational flight in the co-pilot seat, flying over Denver-area points of interest.

South Metro Fire Rescue fire trucks and the Colorado State Patrol’s Dodge Magnum will be on display, as well as other educational activities will be part of this special day of inspiration and flight.

sensitivity.

Teens and The author’s adults are invited readership spans to spend an afteryoung people to noon with awardadults and comwinning and New bined, and her York Times bestbooks have sold selling author Laurie Halse Anmore than 8 million copies. Anderson, who will derson has won share about her several internapopular young tional, national adult fiction, Laurie Halse Anderson and state awards including her groundbreaking debut novel and has been recognized for Speak, on Saturday, Sept. 29, her efforts in championing at 2 p.m. at Smoky Hill Liintellectual freedom and diverbrary, 5430 S. Biscay Circle in sity in publishing.

Anderson’s books will be Centennial. available for purchase from Recently rereleased as a graphic novel, Speak authenti- Tattered Cover and she will sign her books after the precally captures the emotional journey of an isolated teen as sentation. she navigates high school life.

To save your spot, visit Anderson will share about arapahoelibraries.org/author, her writing process and what stop by any library, or call drives her, as she often tackles 303-LIBRARY (303-542tough topics with humor and 7279).

Hike with your pup, help homeless pets Dumb Friends League Wag `n Trail brings Coloradans together for a great cause Dogs, hiking and craft beer—they are all quintessentially Colorado. And so is the Dumb Friends League Wag `n Trail, an event that combines all three to help homeless pets at its Buddy Center location in Castle Rock.

The dog-friendly hike takes place Saturday, Sept. 22, from 8 a.m. to noon at Glendale Farm Open Space in Douglas County. Hikers can enjoy the 1.6-mile hike with their pups, a beer garden sponsored by 38 State Brewing Company, silent auction, dozens of petrelated vendors, food trucks, music, adoptable dogs and access to a five-acre, off-leash dog park before or after the festivities. “It’s one of our favorite events of the year,” said Matt Levien, Dumb Friends League Buddy Center director. “It’s fun seeing Coloradans come together to enjoy a beautiful hike with their pups while supporting the Buddy Center and the services we provide to the pets and people of Douglas County.”

Registration is $50 and includes a downloadable event photo of you and your dog, a photo frame, a bag of Hill’s Science Diet treats, craft beer or root beer and delicious ice cream for both you and your pup. Participants who contribute an additional $25 above the registration fee will receive a Wag `n Trail event shirt and dog bandana. Children 12 years old and younger

can participate for free with a paid adult registration and will receive complimentary ice cream and root beer. Hikers can register at wagntrail. org.

For those who can’t make the Sept. 22 event, or want to hike a different trail and still raise money for homeless pets, register as a “Virtual Hiker.” You can dedicate a hike of your choice to homeless pets any time before Oct. 22. Registration is $25 and includes a Wag `n Trail dog bandana. Participants can enter the virtual hiker

photo contest by submitting a picture from their hike for a chance to win a doggie gift basket and a $100 gift card from PetSmart.

The Dumb Friends League Buddy Center is the only fullservice animal shelter serving Douglas County and plays a vital role in reuniting owners with lost pets and finding loving homes for adoptable cats, dogs and small mammals. Proceeds from Wag `n Trail help provide shelter, medical care, behavior training, foster care and other services to homeless pets at the Buddy Center.

Photo: Emil Herrera-Schulz

SING-A-LONG GREASE: '50S MOVIE NIGHT SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 | 7PM

We go together! Beloved by audiences of all ages, this high-energy musical follows the romance of innocent Sandy and bad-boy greaser Danny Zuko. Sing along with the songs that everyone knows and loves. Fast cars and great dance moves in this musical homage to the age of rock ‘n’ roll makes it an all-time audience favorite. Join us in the Event Hall after the movie for a ’50s sock hop, complete with appetizers, great music, carnival games, and a costume contest.

Grease is the word!

720.509.1000

INTO THE ARCTIC KINGDOM WITH FLORIAN SCHULZ WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3 | 10AM & 7PM

His multi-year quest to document the Arctic took photographer Florian Schulz to the ends of the Earth. He camped for weeks in jarring winter conditions and sailed the arctic waters, all to get an intimate look at life in the Arctic. There, he tracked families of polar bears, followed the vast caribou herds, and captured the Northern Lights in stunning detail. Through breathtaking imagery, the National Geographic photographer takes audiences on a legendary journey into the Arctic kingdom.

2018-2019 SEASON SPONSOR:

SEASON SPONSORS:

LoneTreeArtsCenter.org

10075 Commons St, Lone Tree, CO 80124

YOUR HEART. IN THE BEST HANDS. Rocky Mountain Heart Rhythm Institute takes matters of the heart seriously. Our experts provide focused, specialized care for arrhythmia diagnosis, treatment, education and support.

And because the cardiac team at The Medical Center of Aurora is one of the most experienced in the region, we can help get you back into the rhythm of your life.

To learn more about arrhythmia and atrial fibrillation, or to find a physician:

AuroraMed.com/HeartRhythm

Having problems viewing this email? Click here to view the online version.

PAGE 20 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

GLASS POPPY DISPLAY

To Commemorate 100th Anniversary of WWI Armistice and Veterans Da

7 uses for fallen leaves By the time autumn hits full swing, many trees will have shed their leaves for the season, and the last vestiges of red, yellow and orange magic will have faded to brown. Raking, blowing and collecting leaves becomes the primary chores of lawn and yard maintenance, and presents most homeowners with large piles of gathered leaves to tend to.

It is impossible to count just how many leaves fall to the ground each year, or just how many pounds of leaves get collected curbside, but the numbers are substantial. Cleaning up leaves is considerable work, but not all of those leaves need to be carted away. In fact, there are several different uses of leaves that can be beneficial.

Spread leaves as a protective mulch to cover tender perennials or root crops/bulbs in the ground. The leaves will form a natural insulating cover that keeps the soil and the plants within a bit warmer over winter.

Create a pile of leaves that will break down and form a crumbly, compost-like material called leaf mold. Even though leaf mold may sound like a blight, it’s actually a good amendment to garden soil, improving its structure and ability to hold water. Leaf mold also attracts beneficial organisms that are vital in healthy soil.

Brown leaves can be added to green materials in compost piles to improve the health of the compost being formed. According to the healthy living resource Care2, the ideal ratio is 75 percent brown to 25 percent green materials in compost.

Turn compost piles regularly to aerate them.

Store dried, mulched leaves

in a dry spot so they can be used in the spring as a weed barrier for spring plantings.

They will keep weeds at bay and help retain soil moisture to ensure small sprouts have the resources to grow.

Use shredded leaves as a lawn supplement. Pass a lawn mower over leaves left on the lawn to break them down into pieces too small to rake. This will help keep the lawn healthy throughout the winter without blocking out needed sunlight.

Bag dried leaves and pack them tightly together in cold areas of the home, such as basements or garages. They can act as added insulation.

Bags of leaves also can be placed around planting containers to protect them from frost.

Gather a few of the bestlooking leaves and preserve them. Use an iron on a low setting and press leaves between two pieces of waxed paper until the waxed paper seals together. Or use clear contact paper to achieve the same effect.

Fallen leaves can be used in many different ways throughout the year.

October 20 - November 11, 2018

Poppies on display at botanic gardens

Glass poppies, created by soldiers and veterans, will be displayed at Denver Botanic Gardens in partnership with Denver’s Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of World War I armistice and to honor the 1,290 Colorado military members who died during the war.

The display of 100 poppies, each around five inches in diameter, will be on view Oct. 20 – Nov. 11 in the Boettcher Memorial Center at the Gardens’ York Street location and is included with general admission.

Active military members met in the Colorado State Museum of Glass in Tacoma, and veterans receive free adCapitol. To support one anothWash., and the Warrior Tranmission to the Gardens’ York Glass poppies, created by soldiers and veterans, will be displayed at Denver Bo er and maintain camaraderie, sition Unit at Joint Base LewStreet and Chatfield Farms lo- is-McChord Gardens in partnership with Denver’s Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post and the American they created a veterans group cations on Veterans Day, Nov. calledWar the IArmy of the PhilipLake Veterans Affairs. commemorate the 100th anniversary of World armistice and to honor the 1 11. Accompanying friends pines, John S. Stewart Camp Denver is home to the and family receive $2 off their United States’ first Veterans of 1, named after their beloved admission. captain killed on the battleForeign Wars (VFW) post, a The poppy is a symbol of nonprofit organization serving field. Fifteen years later, after remembrance for those who merging with two other veterand supporting veterans and died in service during WWI. ans organizations, the group service members. In 1899, The flowers were created by veterans of the First Colorado became the John S. Stewart Hot Shop Heroes, a collabVolunteer Infantry, home from Post 1, the first VFW post in the nation. the Spanish-American War, orative program between the

Did you know?

The style of beer most widely consumed during Oktoberfest celebrations can be traced to a time before refrigeration was available. According to the online beer resource BeerAdvocate.com, brewing beer in the summertime was nearly impossible in the days before refrigeration. Hot weather and the risk of bacterial infections complicated

What’s the buzz blog?

Protecting bees through gardening With summer here, is time for many homeowners to start thinking about their backyards and spending more time outside. But spending time outside may be a burden for some simply because they are graced by the presence of unwanted insects and critters.

However, over here at GloryBee, we have set out to prove that bees are our friends, and we need to protect them.

One of the easiest ways to protect our little flying submarine friends is to pay attention to how we garden. So, to spread the word, we created a quick guide on how the average gardener can protect the bees at glorybee.com/blog/ horticultural-hive-mind-a-gardeners-guide-to-protectingthe-bees.

brewing in summer, so many brewers would cease brewing beer in spring and begin again in the fall when temperatures dropped. As a result, the beers available for Oktoberfest celebrations were the Märzen style of beer, or those brewed in the month of March, shortly before brewing ceased for the season. These Märzen beers were kept in cold stor-

age throughout the spring and summer or brewed at a higher gravity so they would keep and be available for consumption during Oktoberfest celebrations. Such brewing restrictions were no longer necessary after refrigeration became commonplace and made it possible to brew beer year-round, but there’s still a strong chance that steins being hoisted during this year’s Oktoberfest celebrations will be filled with Märzen-style beers.

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 21

LEGALS

FIRST PLACE Best Public Notice Section

2018 NNA Better Newspaper

2017 FIRST PLACE — Best Section

FORECLOSURES NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS CRS 38-38-111(2.5b)(3a,b,d)(5) PUBLIC TRUSTEE SALE NO. 0522-2017 To: Record Owner of the property as of the recording of the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled. You are advised that there are overbid funds due you.

This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust and Notice of Election and Demand: Name of Record Owner as evidenced on the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled Derrick Brickert Address of Record Owner as evidenced on the recorded instrument evidencing the owner’s interest 3076 S HOLLY PL, DENVER, CO 80222 Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 31, 2006 Recording Information B6155140 Recording Date of Notice of Election and Demand September 27, 2017 Recording Information of Notice of Election and Demand D7109546 Legal Description of Property LOT 20, BLOCK 24, GAISER HOLLY HILLS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Street Address of Property 3076 S HOLLY PL, DENVER, CO 80222 NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS I sold at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on 5/30/18, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, to the highest and best bidder for cash, the real property described above. An overbid was realized from the sale and, unless the funds are claimed by the owner or other persons entitled thereto within six months from the date of sale, the funds due to you will be transferred to the general fund of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, or to the State Treasurer as part of the “Unclaimed Property Act”, pursuant to Colorado law.

First Publication 8/30/18 Last Publication 9/27/18 Name of Publication The Villager Date: 8/21/18 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee ©Public Trustees› Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in The Villager First Publication: August 30, 2018 Last Publication: September 27, 2018 Legal # 0522-2017 ____________________________

ARAPAHOE COUNTY ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT To whom it may concern: This notice is given with regard to items in the custody of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that have been released for public auction. The Sheriff’s Office will release numerous items including but not limited to, bicycles, jewelry, audio/ visual equipment, automotive parts, tools, sports equipment (such as camping, rafting, skiing gear, etc.), household goods and other items of personal property to a private auction company identified as Propertyroom.com and/or Roller Auction. These items will be released for on-line bidding on the last Tuesday of each month for Roller Auction and the last day of the month for Propertyroom. com. Both auctions are open to the public.

If any citizen believes they have property in the possession of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that can be identified, and for which they can show proof of ownership associated with a written report that has been filed with the Sheriff’s Office prior to this announcement, can contact the evidence section of the Sheriff’s Office.

Matt Crane, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8525 ____________________________

Advertising Contest Award-winning Newspaper

Arapahoe County, Colorado Housing and Community Development Services

NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT

PUBLIC NOTICE

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding CESAR CHAVEZ, AND JOHN DOE is set for October 18, 2018 at 8:00 A.M. in Division 35 at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7305 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner, the People of the State of Colorado, will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.

Arapahoe County’s Housing and Community Development Services (HCDS) staff is inviting public comment from 9/21/2018 to 10/22/2018 regarding a substantial amendment to the 2014-2018 Consolidated Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Program.

The substantial amendment is to extend the Consolidated Plan dates from 2014-2018 to 2014 to 2020. The identified priorities in the Consolidated Plan will not be changed.

If there are any questions or comments, please contact either Liana Escott at lescott@arapahoegov. com, or (303) 738-8066, or Jeremy Fink at jfink@araphoegov.com, or (303) 738-8062, or 1690 W. Littleton Blvd., Suite 300, Littleton, CO 80120, Attn: Liana Escott or Attn: Jeremy Fink.

Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8531 ____________________________

COURTS DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO In the Interest of: LEON NEIL, Child, and concerning DIXIE HARMON, JOSHUA NEIL, AND JOHN DOE, Respondents Kristi Erickson, Reg. #50739 Assistant County Attorney 14980 E. Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 303-752-8989 (F) 303-636-1889 Case No: 18JV508 Division: 35 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT To The Respondents: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding JOHN DOE is set for November 27, 2018, at the hour of 9:30 a.m., in Division 35, at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7305 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you.

In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child(ren), dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.

Kristi Erickson, Reg. #50739 Assistant County Attorney Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8526 ____________________________ DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 (303) 649-6355 Telephone PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO In the Interest of: AZARIAH PACHECO Child, And concerning: PALMER PACHECO, CESAR CHAVEZ, AND JOHN DOE Respondents.

Linda M. Arnold, Reg. #16764 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 303-636-1882 / Fax: (303) 6361889 Case No: 18JV0624 Division: 35

Date: September 14, 2018 Linda M. Arnold, No. 16764 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 E. Alameda Dr. Aurora, CO 80012 (303-636-1882 (P) (303) 636-1889 (F) Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8536 ___________________________

CENTENNIAL NOTICE CITY OF CENTENNIAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, September 17, 2018, the Centennial City Council approved the following ordinance on second and final reading: ORDINANCE NO. 2018-O-05 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CENTENNIAL, COLORADO CONCERNING THE CENTENNIAL AIRPORT INFLUENCE AREA DISTRICT AND AMENDING ARTICLE 16 (DEFINITIONS), DIVISION 3-9, AND SECTIONS 12-2-201(D) AND 12-14-803 OF CHAPTER 12 OF THE CENTENNIAL MUNICIPAL CODE (ALSO KNOWN AS THE CENTENNIAL LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE), AND AMENDING CHAPTER 18 OF THE CENTENNIAL MUNICIPAL CODE TO REGULATE THE USE OF LAND WITHIN THE AIRPORT INFLUENCE AREA OVERLAY DISTRICT, THE GRANTING OF VARIANCES TO USE RESTRICTIONS WITHIN THE AIRPORT INFLUENCE AREA, AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF NOISE SENSITIVE CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk and is also available on the City’s web site, www.centennialcolorado.com.

The ordinance may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk, 303754-3324. by a vote of 8 in favor and against.

0

(First published September 6, 2018) By: Barbara Setterlind, MMC City Clerk Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8527 ____________________________ CITY OF CENTENNIAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS CENTENNIAL NEXT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ADOPTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF CENTENNIAL PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION WILL CONSIDER A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CENTENNIAL NEXT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the Resolution at a public hearing on October 10, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. All interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard.

The hearing will be held in City Council Chambers, Centennial Civic Center, 13133 E. Arapahoe Road Centennial, CO 80112 at the above noted time and date.

Further information concerning the proposed plan may be obtained by calling the City of Centennial Community Development Department at 303-754-3308.

Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8528 ____________________________

CITY OF CENTENNIAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Centennial, Colorado will conduct a public hearing on Monday, October 1, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. regarding ORDINANCE NO. 2018-O-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CENTENNIAL, COLORADO AMENDING CHAPTER 12 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE (LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE) CONCERNING COMMERCIAL LODGING USES TO DESIGNATE THE LAND USE AS A LIMITED USE IN TABLE 12-2-303, ESTABLISH LIMITED USE STANDARDS WITHIN SECTION 12-2-408, INCLUDING MINIMUM SPACING REQUIREMENTS FROM ANY PROPERTY ZONED FOR AND OCCUPIED AS A SINGLEFAMILY RESIDENTIAL USE AND MINIMUM DESIGN STANDARDS, AND TO ADD A NEW SECTION 12-4-209 CONTAINING BUILDING MATERIAL STANDARDS APPLICABLE TO NEW COMMERCIAL LODGING LAND USES. The public hearing will be held at the Centennial Civic Center, 13133 E. Arapahoe Road, Council Chambers, Centennial, Colorado 80112.

Copies of Ordinance No. 2018-O22 are available for inspection by the public at the Centennial Civic Center or on the City’s website: www.centennialco.gov. Interested parties may file written comments with the City Clerk, 13133 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial, Colorado 80112, anytime prior to the public hearing on October 1, 2018. /s/Barbara Setterlind, MMC City Clerk Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8529 ____________________________ NOTICE CITY OF CENTENNIAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, September 17, 2018 the Centennial City Council passed on first reading: ORDINANCE NO. 2018-O-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CENTENNIAL, COLORADO AMENDING CHAPTER 12 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE (LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE) CONCERNING COMMERCIAL LODGING USES TO DESIGNATE THE LAND USE AS A LIMITED USE IN TABLE 12-2-303, ESTABLISH LIMITED USE STANDARDS WITHIN SECTION 12-2-408, INCLUDING MINIMUM SPACING REQUIREMENTS FROM ANY PROPERTY ZONED FOR AND OCCUPIED AS A SINGLEFAMILY RESIDENTIAL USE AND MINIMUM DESIGN STANDARDS, AND TO ADD A NEW SECTION 12-4-209 CONTAINING BUILDING MATERIAL STANDARDS APPLICABLE TO NEW COMMERCIAL LODGING LAND USES The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk. The ordinance may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk, 303-7543324. The full text of the ordinance is also available on the City’s web site, www.centennialcolorado.com.

By: Barbara Setterlind, MMC City Clerk Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8530 ____________________________ NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Himalaya House Asbestos Removal & Demolition Project No. 18-06-01 Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., that the City of Centennial, Colorado (the “City”) will make final payment at the hour of 10:00 a.m. on October 12, 2018 (the “Final Settlement Date”) to the following contractor: Oak Environmental, LLC 5351 E 78th Ave Commerce City, CO 80022 (hereinafter, the “Contractor”) for and on account of all work completed by the Contractor on City Project No. 18-06-01, including for purposes of this Notice of Final Settlement on (the “Project”).

1. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has an unpaid claim against the Project for and on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, or other supplies used or consumed by the Contractor or any subcontractor in or about the performance of said work, may at any time up to and including the Fi-

nal Settlement Date, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim.

2. Any such claim(s) shall be filed with the City Clerk at 13133 East Arapahoe Road, Centennial, CO 80112 prior to the Final Settlement Date.

3. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement or claim prior to the Final Settlement Date will relieve the City from any and all liability for such claim.

Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8534 ____________________________ NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Arapahoe Road Trail – Piney Creek Circle to Himalaya Way Project No. 18-05-02 Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., that the City of Centennial, Colorado (the “City”) will make final payment at the hour of 10:00 a.m. on October 12, 2018 (the “Final Settlement Date”) to the following contractor: T & M Construction, LLC 5605 North Peterson Road, Unit A Sedalia, CO 80135 (hereinafter, the “Contractor”) for and on account of all work completed by the Contractor on City Project No. 18-05-02, including for purposes of this Notice of Final Settlement on (the “Project”).

1. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has an unpaid claim against the Project for and on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, or other supplies used or consumed by the Contractor or any subcontractor in or about the performance of said work, may at any time up to and including the Final Settlement Date, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim.

2. Any such claim(s) shall be filed with the City Clerk at 13133 East Arapahoe Road, Centennial, CO 80112 prior to the Final Settlement Date.

3. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement or claim prior to the Final Settlement Date will relieve the City from any and all liability for such claim.

Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8535 ____________________________

GREENWOOD VILLAGE GREENWOOD VILLAGE A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE ORDINANCE NO. 09 SERIES OF 2018 INTRODUCED BY: COUNCILMEMBER BULLOCK AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 7, ARTICLE 2 OF THE GREENWOOD VILLAGE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING WEED AND GRASS CONTROL WHEREAS, Greenwood Village has an interest in preserving natural open spaces and the pastoral character of its natural and rural areas; and WHEREAS, much of Greenwood Village open space areas consist of grasses growing to their natural height; and WHEREAS, allowing native and other vegetation to grow to naturally occurring heights is essential for accepted erosion control practices, wildlife habitat and natural suppression of weeds.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO, ORDAINS: Section 1. Section 7-2-190 of the Greenwood Village Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 7-2-190. Weed and grass control.

street, highway or park, or within a distance of one hundred (100) feet from property lines adjoining any developed property; provided, however, that city-maintained open areas and drainage ways, as well as properties in the rural area of the city as depicted in the comprehensive plan, and other parcels of land where taller growth is consistent and complimentary to neighborhood characteristics shall be exempt from this requirement. (c) Weeds and grass shall be controlled by pulling, cutting, cutting and spraying or other suitable method of weed control. (c) Weeds and grass shall be controlled by pulling, cutting, cutting and spraying or other suitable method of weed control.

Section 2. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect six (6) days after publication following final passage.

INTRODUCED AND APPROVED ON FIRST READING ON THE 17TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2018 AND ORDERED PUBLISHED IN THE VILLAGER. /s/ Ronald J. Rakowsky, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Susan M. Ortiz, MMC, City Clerk Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8532 ____________________________ GREENWOOD VILLAGE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO THE LIQUOR LAWS OF THE STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, LLC D/B/A Ocean Prime by application dated August 31, 2018 has requested the Local Liquor Licensing Authority of the City of Greenwood Village to grant a Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License at 8000 East Belleview Avenue Unit C10, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 to sell malt, vinous, and spirituous liquor for on-premises consumption.

A Public Hearing to consider the application has been scheduled to be held before the City Council of the City of Greenwood Village acting as the Local Licensing Authority on October 1, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, Greenwood Village City Hall, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. Any party of interest shall be allowed to present evidence and to cross examine witnesses at the Public Hearing.

Names of officers/stockholders with 10% or more interest: CMR Management, Inc., 390 West Nationwide Boulevard, Columbus, OH 43215 Miles Cameron Mitchell, President CMR Management, Inc., 2000 Tremont Road, Columbus, OH 43220 Stacey Connaughton, Secretary & Director CMR Management, Inc. 2060 Pinebrook Road, Columbus, OH 43220 Diane Smullen, Director CMR Management, Inc., 609 Oxford Street, Worthington, OH 43085 William Emery, Member, 4396 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43221 Susan Emery, Member, 4396 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43221 Information as to the application, procedures, petitions or remonstrances may be obtained from the City Clerk at Greenwood Village City Hall.

BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE JACKIE EWDARDS LICENSING SPECIALIST Published in The Villager Published: September 20, 2018 Legal # 8533 ____________________________

NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of MIRIAM A. SHEA aka MIRIAM ANTHONIE SHEA, Deceased Case Number 18PR30897 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to Clerk of the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado, on or before January 14, 2019, or theclaims may be forever barred.

Terence K. Shea c/o Scott J. Atwell 8400 E. Crescent Parkway #600 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Published in The Villager First Publication: September 13, 2018 Last Publication: September 27, 2018 Legal # 8518

(a) All owners and occupants of property in the City shall prevent such property from becoming overgrown in weeds and grass. (b) It shall be deemed a nuisance for the owner or occupant of any property to permit weeds or grass to grow on such property to a height of more than eight (8) inches within a distance of one hundred (100) feet from any public

— End of Legals —

PAGE 22 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT William Dean Singleton names theatre as part of DCPA’s Capital Campaign

Symphonic Triumphs 65th AnniversAry seAson

Saturday, September 29, 2018 | 7:30 p.m.

Ravel: Daphnis and Chloé Suite No. 2 Ives: Decoration Day Schumann: Symphony No. 3 (Rhenish) Denver First Church of the Nazarene 3800 E. Hampden Ave., Cherry Hills Village

Saturday, November 3, 2018 | 7:30 p.m.

SileNt auctioN at 6:30 p.m.

Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5 Snider: Something for the Dark Beethoven: Leonore Overture No. 3

The Ricketson Theatre will be renamed The Singleton Theatre in honor of former Denver Post owner and longtime DCPA trustee In conjunction with the opening of the DCPA Theatre Company’s 40th anniversary season, Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) president and CEO Janice Sinden announced that former Denver Post owner and longtime DCPA trustee William Dean Singleton has made a signature gift to the notfor-profit’s Capital Campaign.

The current Ricketson Theatre will be renamed The Singleton Theatre once it has been fully renovated in 2021. This gift will be recognized on Sept. 26 at the Directors Society evening featuring Vietgone.

“Dean has been a treasured

Dean Singleton

member of our family since becoming a trustee nearly 20 years ago,” said DCPA chairman Martin Semple. “He’s served as vice chairman of the board and continues to serve as our secretary and treasurer. His generous gift underscores a decades-long relationship between Dean, The Denver Post and the DCPA. We appreciate his commit-

Fisher Auditorium on the Englewood Campus 3800 S. Logan St., Englewood

Saturday, december 8, 2018 | 7:30 p.m.

Rimsky-Korsakov: Christmas Eve Suite Respighi: Trittico Botticelliano Holiday Commissions South Suburban Christian Church 7275 S. Broadway, Littleton

Take 15% off adult and senior single tickets with code VILLAGER15.

Tickets and information at arapahoe-phil.org or 303-781-1892 rns with SCAnDAL retu

hell!

House bombs another White

BY DAMIAN HOLBROOK

Cheers to vet Ted Danson. Now that Hulu and Netflix are carrying episodes of NBC’s perfect afterlife comedy The Good Place, you have no forking excuse not to be all caught up and ready to root for the devilishly delightful Danson on Emmy night.

Cheers to Younger for growing up so nicely.

Buoyed by the dazzling Sutton Foster and her to-die-for cast, the gem wrapped its best season by (mostly) shedding Liza’s faux-millennial secret and setting the stage for a Team Charles romance plagued by very adult realities. (Season 6 moves to Paramount Network.) Bring. It. On.

Jeers to Mr. Robot for heading into sleep mode.

A yearlong wait between seasons is bad enough, but now that USA has opted to ctrl-alt-del the stellar hacker drama after its upcoming fourth season (in 2019), the idea of losing Christian Slater and Rami Malek’s twisty dynamic already has us caught in a deep web of depression.

Jeers to Sharp Objects for sticking it to viewers who cut out early. If you changed the channel at the end of the harrowing limited-series finale, there’s a good chance you too missed the surprise mid-credits scene that revealed who helped Amma kill those Wind Gap girls. Not cool, HBO.

sTop searChing. sTarT WaTChing.

LILY TOMLIN

My life on television— and what’s next

With A GreAt offer from tV Guide mAGAzine

for Villager Media group readers only you save 84% off Tv GuIDe MaGaZINe

EXCLUSIVE!

Sneak peek at e isod the 400th ep

the ultimAte Guide to WhAt’s Worth WAtchinG

R: LAW & ORDE

SVU PLUS

m reveal their Mariska and tea

figURE g SkAtinW PREViE at

Who’ll shine tional the U.S. Na hips Champions

for less than 40¢/wk!

ents favorite mom

BEACHESie!

Grab a hankhot Inside the remake

one year special

start your subscription online, By Mail or Call

20

$

JAN. 16–29, 2017

• double issu

Magazin tv guide

ment to ensuring that we have world-class venues in which to produce world-class theatre for generations to come.”

“In the last year of his life,” said Singleton, “[DCPA founder Don Seawell] asked me to promise him that after he was gone that I would do my best to help watch over the DCPA and, in his words, ‘make sure it stays on its mission.’ I promised him I would.

“To me,” Singleton continued, “contributing to and helping with the rebuild of DCPA is more than just keeping a promise to Don. I love the place. I love the theatre. I love the trustees, I love the people we work with all the time, so it’s an easy commitment to keep.”

The Capital Campaign, entitled A Grander Opening, was launched Tuesday, June 5, and is the first public capital campaign in the organization’s 40-year history. The four-year project is currently in the design phase and will include renovation of The Stage, The Ricketson Theatre and Helen Bonfils Theatre Complex lobby and backstage support areas.

The DCPA’s board of trustees pledged 100 percent participation for $8 million toward the campaign. Gifts announced to date include those by Marvin and Judi Wolf to rename The Stage Theatre and by Robert and Judi Newman to rename The Conservatory Theatre in honor of the DCPA’s late president, Randy Weeks. For ongoing updates and opportunities, please visit denvercenter.org/ GranderOpening.

e $4.99

e

online: tvguidemagazine.com/newsoffer2 mail: complete order form below call: 1-800-365-1940 WHeN CaLLING use PRoMo: l7nWspadC

greaT reasons To sTarT your suBsCripTion Every issue delivers inside scoop on your favorite shows Breaking news keeps you in the know Highlights help guide you to what’s worth watching Your favorite stars take you behind the scenes 28 Pages of easy-to-use primetime listings

September 20, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 23

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Who made up American Graffiti’s star-studded yearbook? old Smith’s role as the geeky tagalong — a stand-in, Lucas admitted, for himself — was a standout and became a major part of the sequel, More American Graffiti, in 1979. Smith later had good parts in The Untouch-

Photo Credit: American Graffiti: Credit: Silver Screen Collection/ Getty Images

Homecoming King: Ron Howard

Howard was a child star on The Andy Griffith Show, but his career had slowed when director George Lucas cast the 18-year-old as Steve. The film’s success convinced ABC to go forward with Happy Days, which then gave Howard the clout to begin a directing career with Grand Theft Auto in 1977.

He’s been a busy filmmaker ever since, turning out hits like Splash and Apollo 13. His latest is Solo: A Star Wars Story, a prequel to Lucas’ amazing Star Wars saga.

Homecoming Queen: Cindy Williams

Williams was a busy but not famous 25-year-old actress when Lucas cast her as Steve’s sweetheart Laurie. It quickly led to bigger things: Francis Ford Coppola, who’d helped produce American Graffiti, cast her in The Conversation, and a guest spot on Happy Days led to eight seasons of Laverne & Shirley. Two follow-up sitcoms in the ’90s sputtered out, though; since, she’s mostly done TV guest spots.

Most Likely to Succeed: Paul Le Mat

Le Mat was already 27 (and a decorated Vietnam vet) when he was cast as the way-cool John,

a monthly magazine filled with over 95 puzzles, retro features, trivia and comics. Get ReMIND magazine at 70% off the cover price, call 1-855-3228784 or visit remindmagazine. com

FALL’S LAUGH-OUT-LOUD CLASSIC COMEDY

the reluctant babysitter of a preteen Mackenzie Phillips. A breakout star, the sweetly shy Le Mat briefly became indie cinema’s go-to guy, starring in Citizens Band and Melvin and Howard.

Although his stardom seemed set, his career cooled in the ’90s; his most recent credit, a sci-fi Bmovie, is from 2009.

Big Man on Campus: Harrison Ford

Ford had given up acting for carpentry when a casting director got the 31-year-old an audition for the role of drag racer Bob Falfa. Coppola later gave him small parts in The Conversation and Apocalypse Now, but it was Lucas who clinched the actor’s stardom when, after many auditions, he cast Ford in Star Wars. Getting the lead in the Lucas-produced Raiders of the Lost Ark didn’t hurt either. A fifth Indiana Jones movie arrives in 2020.

Class President: Richard Dreyfuss

Dreyfuss, 25, had been kicking around for years when he landed the part of Curt, obsessed with a mysterious blonde (played

by Suzanne Somers). The next year Dreyfuss got his first lead in The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz. Jaws, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Mr. Holland’s Opus and other hits followed.

Still busy, he is the only American Graffiti cast member to win an Oscar for acting (The Goodbye Girl). Ron Howard won two Oscars for A Beautiful Mind (Best Picture and Best Director).

Class Clown: Charles Martin Smith

It’s not easy to shine playing a guy called Toad. But the 19-year-

SHE’S THE BOSS. THEY JUST DON’T KNOW IT YET.

SEP 21 – OCT 21

The Constant Wife

By W. Somerset Maugham Directed by Shelley Butler Producing Partners: Isabelle Clark, Martin and Jo Ann Semple

TICKETS START AT $25

DENVERCENTER.ORG OFFICIAL TICKETS: 303.893.4100 40th Season SEASON SPONSORS

Illustrations by Kyle Malone

BY STEPHEN WHITTY ReMIND MAGAZINE “Where were you in ’62?” the movie posters asked. But more importantly, what did you see in ’73? Probably “American Graffiti,” one of the year’s biggest hits and a film that created plenty of stars. But who were they then and where are they now, 45 years later? Let’s pull out our yearbook …

ables and Never Cry Wolf. His busy directing career has centered on animal pictures like Air Bud, Dolphin Tale and the upcoming A Dog’s Way Home.

Brought to you by the publishers of ReMIND magazine,

PAGE 24 | THE VILLAGER • September 20, 2018

Cherry Hills Village honors Sen. John McCain unanimously approved Sept 4. The proclamation was drafted by Mayor Pro-Tem Earl Hoellen, who was absent, tending to his elderly mother in Florida.

Consideration of Public Art for New City Hall

BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

Council honors the late Sen. John S. McCain with a proclamation

Council member Al Blum read a proclamation honoring recently deceased Arizona Sen. John S. McCain, which was

City art consultant Kendall Peterson talked about the importance of the fine arts in civic buildings as an acknowledgement to the importance of the humanities in our culture. She recommended 1 percent of the new building budget, or approximately $40,000, be set aside for sculpture on a one-time basis.

She further recommended that the city put together a selection panel comprised of city council members, CHVAC members and other city residents, totaling at least seven to nine members.

The panel would confirm the site, decide if art should be from

all Colorado artists or include others, determine if CHV should acquire existing pieces or commission something specific. She presented photos of possible choices, all bronze by Colorado artists.

Blum noted that, as a developer, he looks for construction savings in projects for items like art, hence would prefer to wait until the building is substantially built before agreeing to a budget for art. Mayor Laura Christman concurred, saying that she was not comfortable committing to a

set-aside for art this early in the process. Peterson described the timing of the process of acquiring art, hoping to get parameters to proceed with a call for artists City council decided to defer any decision on public art at the new city hall until a later date. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

Excellence award given to Porter Adventist Hospital Porter Adventist Hospital - Centura Health has earned the honor of Magnet status for the third time. This recognition signifies sustained excellence in nursing services, outstanding patient outcomes and innovations in professional nursing.

Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) is the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can receive for nursing excellence and high-quality patient care. With only 8 percent of U.S. hospitals earning the Magnet designation, it’s clearly the gold standard.

In addition, only 4 percent of all hospitals have

achieved Magnet a third time. As a part of this recent honor, The Commission on Magnet identified exemplary practice in the following areas for Porter Adventist Hospital: The IV Therapy Team, for their contributions to the hospital’s strategic plan in eliminating CLABSI (central line-associated blood stream infection) for 3.5 years Extraordinary organizational support for nursing community outreach in local and global initiatives to improve community health A nurse-led cardiac and neurological testing and clinic program that has helped reduce stroke follow-

ing TIA (transient ischemic attack) to 1 percent, compared to 19 percent nationally Outstanding outcomes related to tobacco use screening in behavioral health “Sustaining exemplary practice through a third redesignation is an outstanding achievement and it confirms the remarkable things Porter Adventist Hospital does to inspire our mission-driven work,” stated Belinda Shaw, chief nursing officer. “I want to thank our incredible Porter caregivers. This honor can only be achieved as a result of their commitment to delivering compassionate care with excellence.”

Court of Appeals Chief Judge Alan M. Loeb to retire Nominating commission sets date to select nominees The Supreme Court Nominating Commission invites qualified attorneys to apply for a Colorado Court of Appeals judgeship created by the retirement of the Hon. Alan M. Loeb, Chief Judge, effective as of Dec. 28. The commission will meet Nov. 9, at the Ralph L. Carr Justice Center (2 E. 14th Ave., Denver) to interview applicants and select nominees for appointment by the governor.

To be eligible for appointment to fill a vacancy, the applicant must be a qualified elector of the State of Colorado and must have been admitted to the practice of law in Colorado for five years. The initial term of office of a Court of Appeals judge is a provisional term of two years. Thereafter, the incumbent judge, if retained by the voters, has a term of eight years.

Application forms are available from the office of the ex-officio chair of the nominating commission, Chief Justice Nathan B. Coats, 2 E. 14th Ave., Denver; and the office of the District Administrator of any of the 22 judicial districts. Applications are also available on the court’s home page at: courts. state.co.us/Careers/Judge.cfm.

The application must be emailed to the address listed in the instructions below no later than 4 p.m. Oct. 15. Late applications will not be considered.

Any person wishing to suggest a candidate to fill the vacancy may do so by letter to be submitted to any member of the nominating commission, with a copy to the ex officio chair, no later than 4 p.m. Oct. 9.