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April 7, 2022
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THE OLDEST WEEKLY NEWSPAPER IN COLORADO SINCE 1862 Black Hawk’s Isle Casino Hotel will become the Horseshoe this year. Drone photo by Don Ireland
Short-term rental debate continues in county Don Ireland,
Senior Reporter
Gilpin County plans to hold a public hearing soon to hear the pros and cons of short-term rentals (STRs). The date for the session is expected to be May 17. The Gilpin Board of County Commissioners approved a 90day moratorium on new applications for STRs at their March 1 meeting and ratified the application freeze at the BOCC meeting Tuesday. The BOCC has asked the Gilpin Planning Commission to determine a process for its hearing process at its April 12 planning meeting, then conduct a hearing on May 10. Those recommendations will be forwarded to the county commissioners, who are expected to hold a public hearing. The tentative date for that
meeting will be part of the BOCC meeting on May 17, before the June 4 expiration of the moratorium. STRs, which are residential properties leased to visitors for 30 days or less, has been a growing issue in Colorado mountain communities during recent years. Some available STRs are luxury homes, while others are a room in owner-occupied homes. While some STRs are available for $90 per night, the average range is $200 to $300 a night. According to county staff members, higherend rentals may cost $1,500 a day. Gilpin County officials and staff have been watching how neighboring counties, including Clear Creek, Summit, Boulder, and Jefferson counties, deal with the subject. In a memo this week to the
BOCC, Gilpin County Planner Tami Archer said there had been a dramatic increase in the operation of STRs, including Airbnb and VRBO rentals, in Gilpin County during the past year. There are 109 active STRs in Gilpin County, which requires about 75 percent of the department’s staff time. Current STR fees, $200 per year, cover approximately 21.2 percent of the county’s cost for employees involved in administering the program. According to Archer, some property owners have converted garages and sheds into STRs without obtaining the required permit. She said some counties had prohibited STRs from operating in residential areas while others plan to outright ban the STRs. In other places, the number of
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Isle rebranding to Horseshoe Black Hawk Casino By Don Ireland Senior Reporter A new name and remodeling project are in the works for Black Hawk’s Isle Casino Hotel, is rebranding as the Horseshoe Black Hawk late this year. Black Hawk city officials said Monday that they had heard about the proposed changes but weren’t aware of specific details. There are no discussions scheduled regarding the project for the April 13 meeting of the Black Hawk City Council. According to a wire service press release, Caesars Entertainment said the Isle property “evolution” will continue into the fall, and the establishment will remain open throughout the transition. The exterior will include new Horseshoe signage, while the interior will feature newly-refreshed rooms, a reimagined casino floor and other changes. “In keeping with Horseshoe’s classic sophistication, the design team will incorporate a handcrafted feeling with tooled leather, dramatic colors and the brand’s signature gold horseshoe iconography,” the release said. “Isle Casino Hotel Black Hawk is the premier choice for gaming, dining and nightlife, and the transformation into the iconic Horseshoe brand will only enhance the experience for our guests,” said Isle Casino Hotel Black Hawk Senior Vice President and General Manager Norris Hamilton. “We couldn’t be more excited to bring this legendary brand to Colorado and continue to offer unparalleled and elevated experiences.» Isle Casino Hotel’s fine-dining experience, the Roxy Restaurant and Bar, will be joined by Brew Brothers later in the year. In partnership with Caesars Sportsbook, Brew Brothers will offer a new, immersive way to catch a game. Started by the Carano family in 1995, Brew Brothers has been named Best Brewpub in America by Nightclub & Bar magazine. Horseshoe Black Hawk will feature local Colorado brews and an extensive food menu. Since 1951, Horseshoe Casinos have been the home of the best odds, highest limits, and biggest jackpots, according to the press release. Started by a gambler for gamblers, at its heart, Horseshoe is about making a gaming experience that is right for the gambler. Over the years, as the brand expanded to markets across the country, Horseshoe has stayed true to its heritage, holding on to the thrilling spirit of no-limit betting. Isle Casino Hotel Black Hawk’s poker room will also transform the property’s new WSOP Poker Room. The Horseshoe casino brand started in Las Vegas Continued on page 7
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Peace through strength I just viewed some beautiful photographs of Kyiv. I had no idea or concept of what a beautiful city to behold. I can only pray that the Russians don’t destroy that capital city with all its splendor and historic buildings. The war rages on, with the Ukrainians fighting back and even crossing into Russia and destroying an oil facility. Tanks and trucks don’t run well on empty fuel tanks. It also appears that the invading force is tiring, with cold weather, shortages of supplies, fuel, ammunition and food running low, along with fatigue from being on the battlefield. The U.S. stingers and javelin weapons are arriving, which are fantastic weapons against tanks. Probably the best weapons to save Ukraine is world opinion and the graphic pictures coming out of the massive destruction of Mariupol and other cities and facilities. Putin is destroying his country’s reputation, and slowly, the details and deaths of this invasion will lead to his demise sooner or later. Just surmising that a cease-fire will be declared soon while the peace talks continue. Ukraine might as well concede the eastern province portions already occupied by pro-Russian forces who have been waging a rebellion for the past eight years. Seaports are also significant to the Russians, as well as to the Ukrainians. This is a terrible lesson for the world to witness. A Ukraine and Russia conflict send horrible portraits of what a new war can mean to our civilization. We can only hope that the Chinese pay attention to the destruction and world hatred of conflict. I, along with many veterans, would like to defend Ukraine with everything we have in military force, but escalating a war with Russia because of one man’s greed and mental ineptness means more death and destruction for every participant. Russia can strike
American cities with nuclear weapons, and so can China. As painful as watching this conflict is, I applaud the Pentagon and President Biden for drawing the line on “boots on the ground.” I do not want to see our military soldiers die in another war that we cannot win; all the warring parties will lose. Ukraine’s bravery will save most of the country. Perhaps they will lose some land that has already been conceded to Russian forces again that has been occupied by Russians for the past eight years. A great question arises: who will pay for the extreme damages, deaths, and destruction of entire major cities? Europe should step up, Russia should be forced to pay, and of course, the United States taxpayers will antiup billions to help the nation rebuild. The damage appears to be even worse than what occurred in Berlin at the end of World II. Ukraine will no doubt have to concede any NATO alliances in the future and will always have a fear of the Russian bear prowling once again. However, this is an extreme hit to Russian forces in deaths and a catastrophe for Ukraine in deaths and destruction. There will be no winner in “Putin’s War,” and an unnecessary waste of life and property. This is a strong message for transparency in government. A vital message to America is that we must keep our military forces strong, uphold the courage to defend our freedoms, and take a lesson in bravery from Ukraine, also defending our second amendment to keep and bear arms. Note that the first thing the Ukrainians did was pass out weapons to civilians to protect their nation, and it worked. Peace through strength must prevail going forward.
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Severance Lodge declared a Gilpin County landmark By Don Ireland
Senior Reporter The iconic Severance Lodge is now an official local historic landmark. The Gilpin Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the designation for the old mid-county building along Highway 119 during their meeting on Tuesday. Judd Motchan, who has been the caretaker of the property, told the BOCC that he plans to live there for the rest of his life. “I see it as a Gilpin County landmark,” Motchan told the commissioners. Commissioner Linda Isenhart agreed. “It is a real treasure in the county.” At 19507 Highway 119 south of Rollinsville, the Severance site is a seven-acre
parcel on the west side of the highway. Motorists easily spot a small building near the road while the other facilities are elsewhere on the site. The property includes the primary residence, an enclosed well, a wooden outhouse, four wooden outbuildings, the remnants of an icehouse, a chicken coup and an L-shaped fire pit and chimney. The county’s Historic Preservation Commission reviewed the request for landmark status in February and forwarded it to the commissioners for their approval. The main building, made of stone and has a large fireplace inside, was built by Horace W. and Dorothy Severance. Between 1930 and 1940, they added several small cabins on
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STRs allowed is set by the local government. During a workshop session following the regular BOCC meeting, the commissioners and county staff members talked about the potential of establishing new rates or implementing hotel-type taxes for rental properties. County Attorney Brad Benning said there had been many complaints about the impact of those who rent STRs in the area, including increased traffic, speeding, trash, an increase in police calls and other concerns. Another issue is that renters may drain the limited well-water supply in a neighborhood. Other officials said out-of-town residents who purchase properties in Gilpin County reduce the amount of housing available for people who want to live or work full-time in the area and drive up the price of housing. Commission Chair Sandy Hollingsworth said, “We don’t want to penalize residents if they rent out a part of their home.” However, there are concerns about non-residents who own properties in Gilpin County and rent them to people who may disregard local regulations and disrupt neighborhoods. “There needs to be some sort of fine-tuning,” agreed Commissioner Web Sill, who noted that he wants to protect in-county residents who offer STRs. Sill said he wants revised regulations to be easily
understood and enforceable. County Manager Ray Rears said Central City established STR regulations a few years ago but required the owner to live in the property. According to Rears, the city’s revised regulations have resulted in fewer new STRs, who previously was Central’s development director. Discussion of STRs at Tuesday’s meeting resulted in a flurry of comments from people on both sides of the issue. Dave Hinkey, who owns a home in Missouri Lakes, said he plans to retire in a few years. In the meantime, he has been renting out the place as a STR. “I haven’t made any money on it yet,” he said. Hinkey commented that he opposes any new regulations because the county already has rules in effect. Resident Donna Okray Parman presented a different view. “Dory Lakes is a neighborhood. We live here.” She said those who offer STRs aren’t aware that tenants are disrupting a neighborhood. “They aren’t home when this happens, but we are. Neighbors suffer. I don’t think they should be allowed in neighborhoods.” Sara Comp of Dory Lakes said property owners should be allowed to use their properties as rentals. She noted that owners of STRs also provide work for people who clean and shovel snow at homes, and the renters give business to residents.
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the property that hunters and other lodgers rented. Motchan said he plans to restore the old buildings, which have fallen into disrepair when used as a rental property. He also wants to improve and protect the wellwater system on the property. In the future, he would like to hold an open house for county residents who wish to visit the lodge – possibly as early as summer 2023. According to an eligibly report for the landmark request, the Gilpin County assessor’s office said the main residence was constructed in 1925. The homestead was built by Horace W. Severance and later used as a tourist or hunting lodge in the 1940s. The following information was pieced together from federal census records, city directories, and passenger lists found on www.Ancestry. com. According to the 1940 Gilpin County census, the owner and manager of the lodge was Horace W. Severance. Mr. Severance was born
Severance Lodge is now an official local landmark. Courtesy photo
in Kansas City, Mo., in 1898 and served as a field artilleryman in World War I, reaching the rank of sergeant. Before he married his wife, Dorothy, sometime between 1920 and 1925, he had several jobs in Kansas City. The pair moved to Texas and then to Colorado sometime after 1930. Ship passenger lists indicated that he traveled a fair bit, including Jamaica, Antigua and Guatemala. The couple had one daughter, Dorothy. The
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1940 census lists him as the manager of a tourist lodge. Mr. Severance died in 1972. The site appears to remain very similar to its condition while owned by Mr. Severance. The site and associated features retain most of the Seven Aspects of Integrity (location, setting, design, materials, workmanship, feeling and association).
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By Don Ireland, Senior Reporter
Gilpin County is asking its two U.S. Senators to approve funds for a new food pantry and prototype fire-alert system. The requests to Senators Michael Bennett and John Hickenlooper are being made this week, before Friday’s deadline for submissions. Discussion of the requests occurred during Tuesday’s Gilpin Board of County Commissioners meeting. County Administrative Analyst Sam Bower said Gilpin County would like to build a new food pantry to replace the existing one housed in a temporary, modular trailer. A construction plan, site for a new food pantry and cost for the potential building hasn’t been determined. Bower said it isn’t known if the county will be required to provide matching grants if the funding requests are approved. Commission Chair Sandy Hollingsworth said she would like any plans to include room for a commercial-grade kitchen and built at ground level to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements. Having storage and office space also would be needed. County Emergency Manager Nathan Whittington has requested $620,000. He wants to purchase 200 N5 Shield Sensors and have them installed throughout the county and has also secured funding to develop a comprehensive emergency evacuation route study. This summer, Gilpin County, working in cooperation with United Power, plans to install a dozen N5 Sensors.
The high-tech devices contain sensors to determine if a potential fire is starting and transmit an alert to first-responders. Gilpin County and a California town are the first two places in the country to try using the newly-developed devices that a Maryland start-up tech firm created. Whittington previously said the early-alert detection system could help firefighters reach a “hot spot” and potentially extinguish a fire quickly – before it becomes a wildfire. “Our best chance of not having a large fire is to get on top of it immediately,” said Commissioner Web Sill. The increasing number of forest fires and wildfires throughout Colorado has been a frequent topic in rural Gilpin County, encompassing 150 square miles – including the national Arapaho and Roosevelt forests and Colorado’s Golden Gates state park. Whittington and Timberline Fire Protection District Chief Paul Ondr have also raised issues concerning residential evacuations in Gilpin County. Many county roads are unpaved and narrow, which can pose problems if residents are trying to evacuate quickly in an emergency. On a related matter Tuesday, the BOCC approved a revised county Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) recommended by Whittington. The 150-page document was developed to respond to major incidents and disasters within Gilpin County. All organizations participating in emergency management activities, including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery, will use the plan. As part of the plan, Gilpin
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County’s Office of Emergency Management and the Sheriff’s Department will work with the Black Hawk police and fire chiefs, Central City’s fire department, Gilpin Ambulance Authority, Timberline and state and federal agencies in the event of a significant emergency. In other business at the BOCC meeting: The commissioners declared April 10-16 as National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, recognizing employees who work as dispatchers for police and emergency services in Gilpin County. Before her recent retirement, Karen Erdman was recognized for her 27 years of service as a county employee. The commissioners congratulated County Deputy Clerk Sharon Cate, celebrating her 25th anniversary as a county employee. Two county workers, Laura Farina and Dacota Truitt were given shout-out awards for helping a resident at the county’s transfer service site on March 19. Truitt punched out the window to free the choking animal when the neck of a resident’s dog became stuck in a car window that wouldn’t move. According to Public Works Director John Combs, Farina helped by comforting the resident who was yelling in distress because of her dog’s situation. The commissioners’ said April is recognized as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Human Services Director Laura Solomon said blue-and-gold pinwheels will be placed indoors and outdoors around the county as part of the awareness for the annual national cause. Gilpin County offers services for families needing assistance. The commissioners approved a $102,380 contract with JCOR Mechanical, which will conduct repairs and improvements for the jail showers at the Gilpin County Justice Center. Also approved was a Memorandum of Understanding between Gilpin County and the Friends of Gilpin Community Center (FGCC). The FGCC, a non-profit organization, will help raise awareness and funds for the county’s community center on Norton Drive. The commissioners approved a new contract for surveying services with Flatirons Inc. for surveying services in 2022. County Attorney Brad Benning said the company will work for the county since no one has run for the elected county surveyor’s position for several years.
March 28 Possession of amphetamine: A purse returned to the Lodge Casino from last week’s party with the coats, only for the owner to be arrested and placed in jail after drugs were found inside. Public intoxication, violation of a court order and a man was placed on a mental hold: Officers were called to the Monarch Hotel on a report of a drunk man refusing to stay in his hotel room. Once BHPD arrived, the guy took officers to his room, where they found a woman out cold and paramedics were called to care for her. The dude was given a ticket for violating a protection order because he was drunk and had a court order to stay away from booze. Once all that was settled, BHPD tried to find someone sober enough to pick him up. That’s when he became truculent and pugnacious and started making suicidal threats. He was taken to the hospital on a mental hold. March 29 Theft: new party. A wallet grew legs and has not been found. Violating an ordinance: Three hombres were caught selling phony gold jewelry at the Lodge Casino. Two were underage and had been gambling. Although they were not taken to a room with bars, the fake gold was in along with the rental SUV (at the request of the rental company). Trespassing: Somebody went where they should not have! Mainly into a car in the Monarch’s parking garage. March 30 Fraud, resisting arrest, assault, possession of a stolen vehicle: BHPD arrived at the Monarch after someone reported suspicious activity. At the end of an investigation, one guy was hauled off to the hoosegow. Health/safety: A woman was given medical attention and taken to the hospital after she was found out cold in a bathroom on Gregory Street. Miscellaneous: purloined vehicle. Obstructing police, flight to avoid prosecution: A woman ran from bobbies after an investigation at the KMM parking garage. March 31 Theft: The culprit is known that purportedly pilfered private property was taken from the Isle. Miscellaneous (found drugs): A bag was nabbed by BHPD at the corner of Main Street and Gregory Street. It was said to have been carrying drugs which will be snuffed out. Damaged property: A mere male mortal has been identified as damaging property at the Monarch. Ambulance assist: A guy was found unconscious and not breathing. He was taken to the hospital. Theft: Here goes the party again. A cell phone walked off at the Ameristar. Sexual assault: BHPD responded to the monarch on a report of a man making unlawful sexual contact, and the case is under investigation. April 1 Lost property: April Fool’s Day
started with the party growing in size when a woman reported her cell phone vanished while riding the city shuttle bus. Lost property: No joking! Another report of lost or stolen property. This time from the Ameristar. Theft: Another wallet disappeared from the Gilpin Casino. This time, however, there is a twist! When BHPD checked the surveillance camera, they found a bloke had picked it up near the Gilpin valet lot. Theft: A dubious dude was given a ticket after he was found to supposedly steal something at the Wild Card Casino. Criminal traffic violation: The operator of a horseless carriage was given a ticket, and the carriage was taken to the hoosegow after a transportation transgression. April 2 Possession of drugs: A mysterious jalopy was driving around BHPD, who were on a separate call. The motorist was presented with a ticket after it was discovered it had a glass drug pipe in plain view of the officers. Mental subject: a man was taken to the hospital for treatment after he threatened suicide. Flight to avoid prosecution: After standing on the running board for approximately 30 minutes at the Monarch, a “bodach” was hauled to a room with bars because he was wanted on outstanding Gilpin County warrants. Suspicious activity: Fraudulent fishy phishing was the subject of a report taken of a suspicious email. Harassment: A questionable individual was charged with harassment after an incident at the Lodge Casino. Theft: The wallet didn’t get far. This time when a wallet grew legs from the Monarch pool, the character was contacted by security and given a Gilpin County ticket. April 3 Harassment: The victim refused to help BHPD when they arrived at the Lodge on the report of an assault. The buggar was escorted off the property. Found property: The party is breaking up! Monarch called BHPD when employees found some property. It was taken with care to the evidence locker for safekeeping. Counterfeit money: A spurious greenback was recovered from the Monarch. Theft, criminal traffic: Perhaps we have found the location of the party. BHPD had a report from the Monarch of a nonentity throwing a wallet into a creek and speeding away. The bugger was caught after trying to bolt in a horseless carriage with a fake license plate. Hit and run: The hit was at Ameristar. The run was from the Ameristar. Theft: What a compressor would do at the party with the jacket, coats and wallets is anyone’s guess. But one was taken from the bed of a pickup parked at Z Casino. Assault: Disturbance. Hit and run: A dark crossover carriage had a close encounter with a white Dodge Ram at the Monarch parking garage.
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Governor challenges you to save 22 gallons per day By Don Ireland Senior Reporter
Colorado Governor Jared Polis is throwing down the gauntlet. He’s issuing you a water challenge, asking you to take personal steps to save at least 22 gallons of water a day to help keep the state’s waterways clean. There are prizes involved, of course, if you accept the challenge. If you accomplish that feat, you will save 8,000 gallons in 2022. If all of the Centennial State’s 5.85 million people do the same, 48 billion gallons of water would be saved, a move the governor said would help protect and preserve the state’s rivers, watersheds and water supplies. The state recently launched a “Water ’22” initiative to bring the subject of saving water to the forefront. It also offers everyday residents a chance to participate – and win some prizes. Coloradans are invited to share a story or post of themselves taking one of the Water ’22 actions and using the hashtag #water22. Each month, five Coloradans who share their commitment to #water22 on social media will be selected to win “incredible” prizes, including gift cards, tickets to events or Water ’22 branded gear, according to the website. There are several events planned for the Water ’22 campaign. They include: National Drinking Water Week (May 1-7). Calling attention to milestones, like the 100th anniversary of the Colorado River Compact (Nov. 24), the fundamental agreement governing the shared use of Colorado River water across the seven U.S. states. The 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act (Dec. 2). The release of the updated Colorado Water Plan, created in 2015, for public comment this summer. The Water ’22 campaign was created to educate Coloradans about how the state’s water is one of its most important resources and to encourage conservation and protection to mitigate the impacts of climate change, which has led to persistent drought conditions, according to the Water 22 campaign. Those conditions helped fuel the most damaging fire in the state’s history in late December and the three largest wildfires on record that burned in 2020, causing degradation to forested watersheds where 80 percent of Colorado’s water supply originates. Increased water awareness is a fundamental step in helping Coloradans understand the risks to a sustainable water future and the need to work together innovatively to stretch
Russell Gulch in southwest Gilpin County is frequently considered a ghost town, although there are a handful of occupied homes and a couple of businesses in the vicinity. A few residents have working wells at their places. However, the wells dried up years ago at other properties, requiring owners to haul in drinking water from other locations, including nearby Central City. A vacant, former school building is at the top right. Drone photo by Don Ireland
scarce supplies. There are examples of how drought impacts Colorado, according to the program. They include: Over 3.7 million acres were burned in Colorado wildfires between 2000 and 2020, or about 15 percent of the state’s 24.5 million forested acres. In 2020 alone, some 744,120 acres burned in three major wildfires, including the largest fire in Colorado’s history— the Cameron Peak fire, which burned 208,913 acres. In 2020, due to the impacts of a historic fire season, 26 municipal water storage facilities were shut down. The Marshall Fire is considered the most destructive wildfire in Colorado history. Climate experts say drought, heavy winds, and recent warm weather created the atmosphere for the fire to flourish and that similar events will be more common in the future. The late December Marshall Fire burned approximately 6,000 acres and 1,084 homes in the residential neighborhoods of Boulder County. This fire was fueled by drought, extreme winds and an extremely dry winter. Climate experts and the Water 22 campaign say that similar events will be more common in the future. Spring snowmelt, the primary contributor to Colorado stream flows and water supplies, is being sapped by ultra-dry soils in the state’s watersheds. Accord-
ing to the Natural Resources Conservation Service, though the statewide spring snowpack measured at 90 percent of average by late spring last year, stream flows were dramatically lower in 2021, registering below 30 percent in many of the state’s stream systems. Less water can be drawn from Colorado’s aquifers and pulled from rivers, of which 86 percent is used to grow crops and raise livestock. According to the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, by 2050, drought may cost agriculture $511 million in damages annually in Colorado. Reduced snowpack and runoff in the state’s rivers also
impact the state’s tourism industries, including skiing and river recreation, both significant economic drivers. A 2019 study by Business for Water Stewardship found that river and water-related recreation contributes $19 billion annually to Colorado’s economy. More than two decades of drought has severely impacted the Colorado River, which supplies 40 million people and millions of acres of agricultural land across seven states and Mexico. Lake Powell and Lake Mead, the two largest reservoirs in the U.S., both hold Colorado River water and fell to record-low levels last summer. Currently, federal and
state officials have expressed concerns that the low water levels might not be able to power hydroelectric dams in lower basin states, including California. Said Gov. Polis, “From the Western Slope to the Eastern Plains to southern Colorado, our economy depends on water. “Together with Water Education Colorado (WECO), I’m asking everyone to conserve and protect Colorado waters for today and for future generations. Simple actions can make a big impact on our state’s most important resource.” **** State figures cite that the average state resident uses about 128 gallons of water per day. Denver Water, which supplies water to 1.5 million customers, has asked each customer to use their consumption to 40 gallons per day. So, how can the everyday citizen save 22 gallons of water a day? The Water ’22 campaign offers 22 tips on the subject. Among the best ideas: Turn off the water while brushing your teeth or shaving/soaping up in the shower. Go the extra step and take the five-minute shower challenge. Every minute with the faucet off saves at least two gallons of water. Consider baths an occasional luxury: The typical bath uses 35-50 gallons of water, compared to 10 gallons for a five-minute shower with a low-flow showerhead. Use the dishwasher and
washing machine instead of handwashing, and run your appliances only when full. Depending on your machines, you can save 15-30 gallons per load by filling up and cutting a load. Defrost foods in the fridge instead of running water to save up to five gallons of water per day. Compost food waste instead of putting it down the garbage disposal for similar savings. In foodservice? For restaurants, products like the Boss Defrost offer water savings for defrosting. Faucet and toilet leaks lead to lots of lost water, about seven gallons per day for a faucet and 200 gallons for a toilet. Try these easy fixes: For a toilet leak, fix your flapper; for a faucet leak, replace the washer. Don’t know if you have a toilet leak? Try putting food coloring in the back tank. If color appears in the bowl, you have a leak. Put waste, including tissues, dead insects and other items, in the trash rather than flushing it down the toilet. Every flush avoided saves about 1.5 gallons. Instead of flushing expired or unused medicine, give them to a state-sponsored collection program. Install low-flow aerators on faucets and low-flow showerheads instead of conventional ones to save 2-2.5 gallons per minute. Look for EPA WaterSense-labeled fixtures that indicate water efficiency, including toilets. The average family can reduce water used for flushing toilets by 20-60 percent— nearly 35 gallons per day. Since 2016, Colorado has only allowed fixtures that comply with federal WaterSense standards to be sold in the state. Because most Gilpin County residents rely on groundwater wells, few have outside lawns. For those who do, water use can be cut by reducing or eliminating thirsty bluegrass and replacing it with xeriscape and native, drought-tolerant plants and flowers. However, some utility providers (none in Gilpin County) offer rebates and incentive programs to help with turf removal and replacement. Water outside plants after 7 p.m. to avoid evaporation. Skip watering if it recently rained or the forecast calls for rain. Direct downspouts to garden areas, not sidewalks or streets, and use rain barrels to capture rainfall for later use on plants and flowers. Since 2016, Coloradans have been allowed to have up to two 55-gallon rain barrels on their property for use in outdoor irrigation. Water: the new Gold is an occasional column about water issues impacting Gilpin County and Colorado.
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Spring Fest activities from Gilpin COunty Historical Society By Jim Crawford
events and other events that may come up during able on the street along with the Teller House the year, including representing the Historical parking lot located across from the County Society at County Fair. Volunteers are much Courthouse on Eureka Street. Tours of the print needed to help with marketing, administrative shop originate from the tour office and is only a functions and maintaining the museums. block away. Finally, and most important, April 23 is the For more information, contact the Society at grand opening of the newest exhibit. In partgilpinhistory@live.com or 303-582-5283. nership with the Central City Masonic Lodge, The Society has been able to preserve the historical Weekly Register-Call Newspaper Print Shop as a museum. The Weekly Register-Call moved into this building about two years after the At the newspaper was founded in 1862. The Gilpin Historical Society newspaper is the second oldest weekly newspaper in the state and the oldest Join us for a day of fun at the continually published newspaper in the Tour Office located in Washington Hall state. The shop featured a Chicago Taylor 117 Eureka Street, Central City, Colorado Cylinder press from the late 1860s and was used until around 1980 to print the Saturday, April 23, 2022 newspaper. It is reported to be the only 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. model of that press in existence. There are two other job presses in the shop. One We have the following events planned dates back to the late 1870s. The Society is proud to be able to preGrand Opening of the Weekly Register Call Historic Print Shop serve the shop and make tours available to Tours only $5.00 – Children 12 and under are free ($2.00 off regular price) the public. During Spring Fest, tours will Light refreshments will be served in the print shop be $5 (the regular admission price is $7) for adults and children 12 and under are Membership Drive free. Become a member of the Gilpin Historical Society and provide financial support The Gilpin County Historical Society Individual membership - $35. Family (up to 4 people) - $50. offers tours of our Thomas house, set in Members Receive: Bi-monthly newsletters the late 1800s, the Central City Opera 10% discount in the Museum Gift Shop building, the Teller house and The Free Gilpin History Museum and Thomas House Admission $1 off each Cemetery Crawl ticket (when purchased by a member) Saint James Church. Tours of the museum are available by appointVolunteer Recruitment Drive ment during the off-season, and Fundraiser event support needed (Cemetery Crawl, Creepy Crawl tours of the Coeur d’Alene Mine Guides, storytellers, logistics, advertising, sales are available in the summer on the General marketing help needed weekends. Job Fair Please join the Gilpin County Historical Society on April 23 beDocents needed Part time, $15. Per hour, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Flexible days tween 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The tour office is located at 117 Eureka Volunteer Appreciation Pizza Party Shop Street in Central City, across from Pizza Party for volunteers from 12 noon until 2 p.m. at the Tour the Teller House. Parking is avail-
The Gilpin County Historical Society is pleased to announce its Spring Fest on April 23 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. This event will be held at the tour office, 117 Eureka Street in Central City, across from the Teller House. First, the Society wants to show its appreciation to its volunteers with a pizza party from noon until 2 p.m. In addition, volunteers will get a free tour of the Weekly Register-Call Print Shop opening on April 23. All volunteers are invited and urged to attend. Second, The Society has a membership and fundraising drive during Spring Fest. The Society is dependent on contributions from the community to support its work. Without community support, the Society would not be able to persevere Gilpin County’s rich history. There are several levels of membership that offer some benefits. Third, is a job fair. Docents are needed to conduct tours. This is a part-time position, and the hours are 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Some positions are year-round, and some are from Memorial Day through the beginning of October. Forth, a volunteer recruitment drive will also take place. Outside of the executive director and the docents, the entire organization is composed of volunteers and depends on community support to meet its goals. Much of the volunteer work is event-oriented, like the Cemetery Crawl in August and the Creepy Crawl in October. Storytellers and guides are needed for both these
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PROPERTY The Gilpin County Assessor, Anne Schafer, reminds anyone owning, possessing, or controlling taxable personal property (furnishings, equipment and other movable personal property) that filing a Personal Property Declaration Schedule is April 15. All persons who own, possess, or control taxable personal property with a total actual value greater than $50,000 per owner per county must report the personal property to the county assessor. Failure to declare
your personal property each year by the deadline will result in the assessor valuing your property using the “best information available” and attaching a penalty to your tax bill. If you did not receive a declaration schedule, please contact the county assessor’s office. All personal property with a total value of more than $50,000 (per owner, per county) is taxable unless specifically exempt by law. Taxable personal property includes: All residential household
furnishings used to produce income Equipment, furniture, and machinery used by commercial, industrial, and natural resource operations Property used in an agribusiness that does not qualify as agricultural under Under Colorado law. Expensed assets with a life greater than one year Fully depreciated assets still in use Personal property in storage that is subject to IRS depreciation Leasehold improvements Equipment licensed as a motor vehicle (SMM plate or Z-Tab) is not reported on the Personal Property Declaration Schedule. Anyone with questions about the Personal Property Declaration Schedule should contact the assessor’s office at 303-5825451.
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Super Bowl bets score touchdown$ for sports betting By Don Ireland Senior Reporter
Super Bowl LIV not only attracted millions of TV viewers, but it also sparked a record number of sports bets in Colorado, according to newly-released figures from the state’s Gaming Commission. Total wages on this year’s Super Bowl between the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals, came in at $41 million, representing a 31 percent increase over the $31.2 million bets placed on the 2021 football championship, the commission said. In February, Colorado bettors wagered a handle of $440.5 million, a 65.25 percent increase from the same month in 2021. That number was a 23.2 percent decrease
from the total handle of the prior month, $573 million. The Super Bowl was the only NFL game in February, following a month of playoffs in January. Taxes collected by the state in February 2022 from sports betting wagers totaled $314,731, representing a 78.26 percent decrease over the prior month. Fiscal year taxes-to-date for February 2022 are $7.9 million, a 92.3 percent increase from the FYTD Taxes for the same period in 2021 of $4.1 million. The fiscal year for gaming begins on July 1 each year and ends on June 30. The Rams’ 23-20 Super Bowl victory, however, wasn’t the source of the largest number of sports bets placed in February. Basketball reigned
supreme, with professional basketball placing in the top spot for the month with $155.6 million in total wagers, followed by NCAA basketball with $68.2 million in wagers. NFL football came in third with $31.4 million. The fourth spot went to hockey with $24.1 million, and soccer rounded out the top five sports with almost $18.9 million. Professional basketball and the NCAA March Madness games are expected to dominate sports betting in March, although figures won’t be available until late April. Nearly 98 percent of sports wagers placed in the Centennial State are through apps that are affiliated with brickand-mortar casinos in Black Hawk and Central City in Gilpin County, and Cripple
Creek in Teller County. The remainder are placed in sports-betting parlors or via kiosks inside casinos. Year to date, $1.6 million has been wagered inside casinos, compared to $53.7 million online. Of all the sports bets placed in Colorado in January, Black Hawk was the dominant player. Online bets placed through casino-related apps in Black Hawk accounted for 95 percent of sports-generated taxes in the state. Cripple Creek and Central City accounted for the other five percent. Because Central City has only three casinos offering sports betting, the city’s totals are not counted separately – they are included in the total figures listed for Cripple Creek. In Central City, only Century Casino and the two Maverick
Gaming operations - Grand Z Casino and Hotel and the Dragon Tiger Casino - offer sports bets. The three other casinos in town, Famous Bonanza, Easy Street and Dostal Alley, do not offer sports wagering. During the current fiscal year, sports betting has generated $7.1 million in tax revenue. Most of the money will be given to water projects in Colorado, per legislation approved by state voters when they approved sports betting in 2019. The state’s casino towns and county governments do not receive a penny from sports betting proceeds. Black Hawk, however, started taxing sports betting kiosks inside its 15 casinos this year. In January, the new tax generated $19,950 in revenues for the city.
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and, in 2004, was acquired by Harrah’s. It later became part of Caesars Entertainment. Horseshoe casinos have operated for decades in St. Louis, Baltimore, Chicago, Council Bluffs, Iowa, Indianapolis, Tunica, Miss. and other locations. The Isle, previously called the Isle of Capri, is one of 59 properties Caesars Entertainment owns. For decades, the Isle and its sister casino, Lady Luck, have been part of Black Hawk’s casino district. Caesars’ Bally’s division purchased three casinos very close to the Isle and Lady Luck in 2020. They include the Golden Mardi Gras, Golden Gates and Golden Gulch casinos, which are scheduled to be rebranded this year as Bally’s Black Hawk North, Bally’s Black Hawk West and Bally’s Black Hawk East, respectively. The Mardi Gras/Bally’s Black Hawk North casino, which borders Highway 119 and adjoins the Lady Luck. The Lady Luck was built in 1993 – two years after casinos began opening in the city. The casino was themed as an 1880s railroad depot and has an antique train on display in the parking lot. The Isle opened in late 1998 and was the largest casino in Black Hawk. A 164-room hotel and climate-controlled skyways connect the two casinos and hotels along Main Street. A rooftop swimming pool also is offered to Isle casino-hotel guests. The Isle’s claim as Black Hawk’s largest casino didn’t last long. Less than two years later, the Ameristar Casino Resort Spa opened for business with 536 rooms and a rooftop pool on the site of the former Mountain High Casino along Highway 119. Last month, the Monarch Casino Resort Spa held its grand opening following a multi-year, $400 million expansion that includes 516 guest rooms. The Monarch is across the street from the Isle, and both are the first casinos spotted by visitors traveling north on Highway 119. The 2020 Covid-19 pandemic led to state health
orders that closed all Colorado casinos for three months. When most health-related restrictions eased last year, visitors and gamblers returned to Colorado’s largest gaming town in great numbers. According to city and state statistics, Black Hawk’s casinos reported record income in 2021. Caesars Entertainment, Inc., which is listed on NASDAQ as CZR, is the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world’s most diversified gaming-entertainment providers. Since its beginning in Reno, Nev., in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown by developing new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Caesars Entertainment’s resorts operate primarily under the Caesars,
Harrah’s, Horseshoe and Eldorado brand names. Caesars Entertainment owns some of the bestknown casinos in the country, including Caesars Palace, Harrah’s, Tropicana, Flamingo, Bally’s, Paris, Planet Hollywood, Rio and Circus Circus in Las Vegas. This summer, the Bally’s property in Las Vegas is also being rebranded as Horseshoe Las Vegas. The Caesars Sportsbook app began using comedian J. B. Smoove as Caesar as its advertising spokesperson last fall. The Isle and Lady Luck are affiliated with the Caesars betting app, while the three local Bally’s casinos promote the DraftKings sports-betting app.
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Summer festivals, events announced for Central City
By Don Ireland Senior Reporter Central City’s community organizations have announced a busy spring and summer schedule of activities for 2022. From coloring Easter eggs, enjoying a night at the opera or watching the famous annual bed races, the groups offer a variety of activities for a range of age groups. Among the first events is the Easter Egg coloring event, slated to begin at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 14, at the Elks Lodge No. 557 on Main Street. It will be followed by the annual Easter Egg hunt, which starts at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 16 (the day before Easter Sunday), at William C Russell Park, off King Flat Road.
Here is a listing of other scheduled events for each month. They include: MAY ● Gilpin Arts Association’s spring events begin with the 18th annual Mile High International Pastel Exhibition on Saturday, April 9, and run through May 23. ● The Eureka Street Popcorn Store will hold its grand opening on Saturday, May 14. The new business is near Washington Hall and across from the Teller House. ● The various Gilpin history museums will open for the summer on Saturday, May 28 (start of the Memorial Day weekend). Visit www.
Gilpinhistory.org for more information. JUNE ● Gilpin Arts Association’s 75th juried art show will open on Saturday, June 11, and run through Aug. 20 in Washington Hall on Eureka Street. For information on the group’s upcoming events, visit ww.GilpinArts.org. ● The Father’s Day fishing derby will take place at Russell Park on Sunday, June 19. ● “Stills in the Hills,” which features wares from dozens of Colorado microbreweries and distilleries, is slated for the weekend of June 25. ● Central City Opera’s Yellow Rose Ball will be on Saturday, June 25. For a listing of all summer opera events, visit www.Central CityOpera.org. JULY ● The Central City Opera will begin a series of performances beginning on July 2. The opening celebration for Light at the Piazza will be on July 2. The opening for Die Fledermaus will be on July 9. ● Grand Z Casino and Hotel will host a concert featuring Uncle Kracker at 8 p.m. on July 16. Uncle Kracker -whose real name is Matt Schafer - is a singersongwriter whose hits include Drift Away and Follow Me, which reached the Billboard top 100 charts. Tickets start at $25 and will be available in advance online. ● Gilpin County’s annual fair is scheduled for July 15-17 at the fairgrounds adjoining Gilpin Community Center. AUGUST ● The 48th annual “Madame Lou Bunch Day,” which features bed races on Main Street and a Madams and Miners Ball that night, is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 13. ● Central City’s Beer Festival will return to Main Street on Saturday, Aug. 27. For information, visit www. CentralCityBeerFest.com. ● Later that night, the 33rd annual Cemetery Crawl will occur. ● Gilpin Arts Association’s Colorado Watercolor Society exhibition will run from Aug. 31 through Oct. 14. A reception for the event is scheduled for Sept. 10.
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“Looking Back” is a collection of historical newspaper reports from Gilpin County. 30 years agoApril 3, 1992 The “Old Jail” building at 321 Main Street in Black Hawk was designated as a historic building by the Historic Architectural Review Committee (HARC) at the beginning of March. The small stone building with the bars on the window is believed to be a turnof-the-century root cellar. Locals refer to the building as the “old jail,” and it may very well have been used as a jail in the early Black Hawk days. Regardless of the building’s past, it will be preserved by Paul and Linda Lewis, owners of Jazz Alley Casino. They are planning to incorporate the historic building into the casino, which has not yet been built. “The building was built around 1890,” said Linda Lewis. “It was supposedly used as a jail by the railroad; that is the only information we have. We are still researching the history of it right now.” One of the walls is crumbling, and the roof has holes in it, Lewis said. Adding that necessary repairs will be made to restore the building to its original condition. The old house at 321 Main Street will be a part of the casino. It is presently sitting on jacks in front of the jail building while a foundation is being poured for the project. HARC Member Elaine Head explained, “The jail building will be retained and protected as an artifact inside the new building.” The Social Register: Married: Congratulations and best wishes to a very
happy and popular couple! Diane Long became the bride of Bob Brusco on Valentine’s Day. The ceremony was performed in the Jefferson County Court House, Golden. Attendants were Jay Katz, Donna McGowan, and Jon “L.A. Moose” Robson. The groom is a native of Pittsburgh, Penn. The bride is the daughter of Jan Ward of Central City. 60 years ago March 16, 1962 “You know, Dear,” a man said, “when I shave in the morning, I feel 10 years younger.” His wife looked at him and asked, “Why don’t you shave at night?” Rollinsville Amalgam: Ray Steele, of the Stage Stop in Rollinsville, flew to Tucson on Sunday to visit his brother, Jim Steele, who is presently working in that area. Central City Nuggets: Clifford Harvout of the Metropolitan Opera Company has been signed for the 31st annual festival at Central City in “Girl of the Golden West.” This will be his 10th season with the Opera House Association. Last Saturday night, a car driven by Eugene Pascarell of Denver slammed into the front of the American Legion Building on Main, causing damage to the window frames and foundation. He was apprehended by City Marshal Syd Gent and ordered to appear before the police magistrate Saturday afternoon at city hall. The damage was small, and as he had no insurance, either
for his own car or damage to other cars or real estate, maybe a stiff jail sentence and costs of damage might be appropriate in this particular case. The cabin recently erected by Al Dawkins, City Attorney, between the foot of Nagel Hill and Silver Creek, was broken into over the weekend, and considerable damage was done to the interior. Nothing was stolen, and it is believed to be the work of outsiders who, finding the cabin closed for the winter, which has happened on numerous occasions, break into the premises either through a window or door just to see what is inside. The sheriff and other law enforcement officials are deluged by complaints each week, and it is almost impossible to track the culprits, but if even one or several are apprehended, we hope the judge or presiding officer would hand down a sentence of six months to a year. 90 years ago April 7, 1932 The high winds of Saturday and Sunday filled the roads with drifting snow and made it very unpleasant for auto drivers. Shovelers could make but little headway as the wind piled in the snow as fast as it could be shoveled out. The state spelling and oratorical contests were held in the State House in Denver on March 22, 1932. The speller from Gilpin County was Janisss Norris from Rollinsville, and the orator was Billy Lawrence of East Portal.
Normie Blake went to Denver on Wednesday of last week on a visit with friends. The mark of a successful businessman: is one who has lost his health and is making enough money to play golf. Died: Norman A. Morrison, of Alma, a former resident of this city, died in Denver last week, and funeral services were held on Monday last. He was a brother of Mrs. Jean Daws and Guy and Douglas Morrison. 120 years ago April 11, 1902 William John Richards was seriously injured about the stomach on Tuesday by the handle of an ax while he was cutting timbers at the Boodle. Dr. Miles was summoned. Several of the boys are packing their trunks, preparing for a visit to the old country. Word was received from “Barney” Barnett, former agent at this point, but now of Black Hawk, that the Odd Fells from that section would be over here April 26 with a special train and a brass band. The big event will be in commemoration of the 83rd anniversary of Odd Fellowship, and Clear Creek, Gilpin and Jefferson Counties will be represented. Henry Bolthoff came up from Denver Monday to attend to business and mining matters. The Bock Beer signs are much in evidence these days, a sure sign of spring. Born: In Nevadaville, April 5, 1902, to the wife of Rev. S.A. Webber, a son.
Born: In Golden, April 9, 1902, to the wife of Ray Stout of Black Hawk, a daughter. Born: In Trull, Routt County, April 2, 1902, to the wife of Wilbur Rule, a daughter. Married: In Greeley, April 4, 1902, Mr. Richard Nankervis and Miss Edna Tuck, both of Nevadaville. Died: In Russell Gulch, April 7, 1902, Bernard, son of Mr. and Mrs. T. Carragher, aged 4 months. Died: In Denver, April 9, 1902, at St. Anthony’s Hospital, A. Ham Jones, of Central City, aged 70 years. 151 years ago April 12, 1872 The public schools opened on Monday, with Miss Campbell of Georgetown taking the place of Miss Perrin. The snowfall on Saturday and Sunday was to the depth of from one and a half to two feet, and the merchants were offering as high as three cents per pound for hauling freight from Golden to this city, with none offering to take the job. Joseph Harper had the shaft on the California Mine down to a depth of 430 feet, with a large crevice in the bottom carrying higher values than found at any point from the surface down to the bottom. Mr. D.C. Collier, senior editor of the Miner’s Register, left on Wednesday on a business trip to Philadelphia and other eastern points. Born: To the wife of John H. Hence, of Central City, a daughter. Died: In Central City, April 6, 1872, Dr. William T. Ellis, aged 57 years.
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You can’t miss Central City’s new “now hiring” signs By Don Ireland Senior Reporter
It’s no surprise that many local casinos, companies and government entities are doing what they can to find new employees. Many take out newspaper ads, use online employment websites, advertise on social media or post openings on their websites. Central City is taking a unique approach to inform prospective employees that it, too, it’s seeking some new help. Last week, the city’s street department put large, flashing traffic signs along the Central City Parkway and on Lawrence Street – telling jobseekers about available work in the city. City Manager Daniel Miera credited the Central City public works department with the idea of advertising for job openings. The signs were placed on the two main roads heading into the city. Currently, there are three openings for the nine-member public works crew. “I wish I could take credit for it, but I can’t,” Miera said. “It happened because of our public works department. Our public works director and superintendent felt they should put it out there. We’ve advertised all of the traditional ways. The guys said, “let’s get creative” and try to get the word out.” Aaron Behring, Central City’s public works superintenIn recent times, Central City – the dent, checks the new roadside “now hiring” sign along same as many other employers naLawrence Street. The three-part flashing sign reads, “Central City Public Works… hiring, apply online, Central tionwide – has struggled to find new employees. “It has been more difficult City.Colorado.gov. lately to fill positions and keep them Photo by Don Ireland filled,” commented Miera. “We’re trying to eliminate turnover. Lately, we’ve
had two people (from public works) who have been lured away to the private section because of higher pay. It is a challenge, and we’re trying to address it.” Central City leaders have been trying to keep pace with other organizations that are hiring. “We’ve been studying our compensation and classification plans and are updating them annually. We’ve increased our benefits for 2022, moved to a four-day workweek (for some departments), and tried to do whatever we could. We want to improve our situation to be more attractive than other places – even if we’re on par with the pay. We’re trying to create a better culture.” Mirea said the city hired a new water-department employee last week. Central City also named Lisa Roemhildt as its interim community development director after Ray Rears, who held the post for several years, left in March to become the new Gilpin County manager.
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Plans for 2nd-floor exhibits discussed at HSIS meeting by Danny Tomlinson
The Historical Society of Idaho Springs (HSIS) held its annual meeting on March 31 at the Heritage Museum and Visitor Center in Idaho Springs. The evening was highlighted with several awards presented to deserving volunteers and Board members and a presentation by Board Treasurer Scott Lubinski on plans for the 2nd-floor area of the Museum. Plans for the second-floor renovation of the Heritage Mining Museum have already begun. These new exhibits will highlight life during the Colorado gold rush, including a “Walk Down Miner Street.” The display area will feature the historic Beebee House, once visited by President Ulysses S. Grant and many other dignitaries. Visitors will also be able to glimpse into a classroom from the early Idaho Springs Elementary School, a peek at the office of Dr. Freeman Fowler (a notable town doctor for many generations), and a look at the inside of the Marchington’s Mercantile
and Grocery Store. Also included will be the train station and depot, the Bell Telephone Company office (including a historic phone switchboard) and several other businesses that served the 14,000 people who lived in the valley - all working for a chance to strike it rich. As part of the journey down memory lane, HSIS has been in contact with a direct descendent of Samuel and Eliza Marchington, who lived in Clear Creek from 1880 with their son, Clarence Marchington, later a nationally recognized photographer. Many of the artifacts in the HSIS archives are from the Marchington family, and the hope is to be able to develop and create an audible history from a direct descendent of our heritage. This will bring new insights into the lives of the families who helped build this community. HSIS is working with a regional, awardwinning scenic artist who will recreate store-
Inside the Heritage Museum
fronts and create interiors to display hundreds of historical artifacts. This multi-phased project will focus on: I - Planning and Design; II - Budgets and Fundraising; III – Building; and IV - the Grand Opening. Hopes are to be able to have work completed in the late fall of 2022 or early winter of 2023. The Historical Society of Idaho Springs is a great way to enjoy the area’s history and learn more about the rich mining heritage of Clear Creek and Gilpin Counties. Visit www.historicidahosprings.com/ community/news/ to learn more about the HSIS.
Former HSIS Treasurer and current Idaho Springs Mayor Chuck Harmon was presented with an award for more than 16 years of service on the Board.
Volunteer of the Year Sheila White with HSIS Treasurer Scott Lubinski
Mining and milling displays in the Museum
Idaho Springs Assistant City Manager Jonathan Cain and HSIS volunteer Cindy Olson.
HSIS Board member Mason Keene, Diane and Mayor Chuck Harmon, Board members Scott Lubinski and Mary Jane Loevlie.
Photos by Danny Tomlinson
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9Health Fair returns to Clear Creek County After a three-year break, the 9 Health Fair will be returning to the County as “9Health 365”. The fair will be held on Saturday, April 30, from 7:30 a.m. to noon at the Clear Creek Recreation Center in Idaho Springs. With the help and under the coordination of the local Lions Club, Rotary Club, Clear Creek EMS, Clear Creek Recreation District, along with local volunteers, the community will once again have the opportunity to be provided with free and low-cost health screenings and education to address today’s most critical health issues. Critical to the Fair’s success is the array of low-cost and free health screenings offered to the community. As
in the past, the fair will offer the basic $45 blood chemistry screening, which checks total cholesterol levels, triglycerides, glucose levels, thyroid, kidney and liver functions and more. Other low-cost screenings include $40 prostatic specific antigen (PSA) for men, which checks for prostate gland issues and cancer, $30 blood cell count, which checks for how well the body is fighting infection, $60 Vitamin D, $35 hemoglobin A1C which detects the last two to three month average glucose levels, $45 colon cancer screening kit (self-administered), $50 testosterone screenings, $35 blood type, $40 high-sensitivity creactive protein which helps to define your risk for cardiovas-
cular disease, and $25 Vitamin B-12. In addition to the low-cost blood screening tests, several free screenings will include blood pressure, height and weight, vision and hearing, mental health (stress), oral, foot exams, body in balance, and talk with a health professional. There will also be several information booths regarding various health issues and information on health resources and services available to individuals. Also, the Recreation District will be providing information and demonstrations on the various programs and events available through the district. While participants must be 18 or older to take advantage
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“CPW on Tap” celebrates investing in Colorado’s outdoors and local libations As the Colorado Brewers Guild’s Colorado Pint Day was celebrated on Apr. 6 at breweries across the state, Colorado Parks and Wildlife has a special project of its own on tap for 2022. Colorado Parks and Wildlife continues to celebrate its 125th anniversary and has partnered with 18 Coloradoowned beverage companies to produce products that highlight and celebrate Colorado and the outdoors. Companies include breweries, wineries, distilleries, kombucharies, cideries and coffee shops. Established in 1897, Colorado Parks and Wildlife has conserved Colorado’s lands, water and wildlife for 125 years. This year’s anniversary gives an opportunity to reflect on the past, present and future of Colorado’s outdoor heritage - and shine a spotlight on
how our state government and local communities work together to sustain the Colorado way of life and keep our landscapes healthy and desirable destinations to experience. CPW on Tap partnerships and events honor Coloradans’ passions for living life outside and using Colorado’s natural resources to create unique byproducts for people to savor. “One of the reasons we wanted to do this project was to highlight how integral our outdoors are to local small businesses,” said CPW Integrated Parks and Wildlife System Administrator and Advanced Cicerone Devon Adams. “None of these companies can exist without our beautiful, clean water. CPW’s partnerships with Colorado landowners mirrors the partnerships these small businesses have with those
same agricultural producers for grains, hops and fruit.” Each partner is focusing on a unique aspect of Colorado and their own relationship with parks and wildlife. Participating companies are generously donating money to Colorado Parks and Wildlife from proceeds from the sale of specialty produced products throughout the year. Money generated from CPW on Tap products and events will be used to fund state park improvement projects, wildlife conservation programs and to help expand outdoor educational opportunities. “At Upslope Brewing Company, we have a passion for living life outdoors and brewing the perfect beer to cap off any adventure,” said Katie Ferguson, social media and digital marketing director for Upslope. “Similarly to
the mission of CPW, we want to keep our wild spaces viable and well maintained, and we believe that it is our responsibility to leave as little a footprint as possible. We work with numerous organizations to keep the environment healthy and Colorado’s beer hoppy, because we know there is no Planet B.” Partners were selected through an application process and evaluated based on Colorado ownership, Colo-
rado ingredients, location, and, most importantly, an alignment with CPW values and mission. After rating applications, staff selected 18 companies from a pool of 84 applicants.
How young children’s vocabularies benefit from being read to A recent study from researchers at The Ohio State University found that the disparity between the number of words young children who are frequently read to have heard compared to those who have not been read to is significant. The study first appeared online in the Journal of Development and Behavioral Pediatrics and found that young children whose parents read them five books a day entered
kindergarten having heard roughly 1.48 million words. By comparison, children whose parents never read to them had heard just over 4,600 words by the time they entered kindergarten. Even children who are read to daily hear significantly fewer words than children whose parents read them five books a day. Such children hear just under 300,000 words prior to entering kindergarten. Exposure to a larger vocabulary is
not the only benefit kids reap from being read to. Reach Out and Read, a national nonprofit that champions the positive effects of reading daily and engaging in additional language-rich activities with young children, reports that language-based interactions help children develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and literacy. Reading to young children also enhances their understanding of the world by transporting them to places
and times they have never experienced. One study also noted the effects that reading to young children can have on the relationship between parent and child. That study, authored by researchers at the University of Wollongong in Australia and Boston University and published in the journal Archives of Disease in Childhood, found that reading to young children supports a strong relationship between parent and child.
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Pastel Society hosts pastel exhibition Did you know? The Pastel Society of Colorado’s (PSC) 18th Annual Mile High International Pastel Exhibition opens on April 9. It will be on display through May 21 at the historic Washington Hall Gallery in Central City, 117 Eureka Street in Central City. The opening reception and awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, April 9 and is open and free to the public. Exhibition judge and juror Christine Debrosky will share comments on the show and present the extensive cash and merchandise awards. The exhibit can also be viewed during regular hours at Washington Hall Gallery, and all paintings are available for purchase.
This is the premier exhibition held by PSC annually and showcases 95 pastel paintings in various genres – landscape, portrait and still life – rendered in realistic to abstract forms by some of the finest pastel artists today.
Debrosky selected the paintings for this year’s show from nearly 300 works submitted. “We are thrilled that Christine agreed to jury this year’s show,” said PSC president Ivadell Marie. “Her impressionistic paintings have gained recognition throughout the U.S.; they have also garnered artistic awards internationally.” To view Debrosky’s work and read more about her, visit www.christinedebrosky.com. PSC will host pastel painting demonstrations in the Washington Hall Gallery on select weekends during the show. For a schedule of artists, dates and times, see www.pastelsocietyofcolorado.com/shows.php. “We encourage the community to enjoy viewing these paintings in person or online and learn more about the enduring pastel medium first championed by such popular painters as Degas, Renoir and Cassatt,” added Jeannette Stutzman, co-chair of the show.
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April Gilpin County Senior Program Activities Masks are encouraged. Please do not come if you are sick. Know that this could all change at any given time. Please RSVP at 303-515-4292 Wednesday April 6– Social Time Thursday April 7– Grocery Shopping @ Kings Soopers Wednesday April 13—Free Bingo Thursday April 14– Grocery Shopping @ Wal-Mart Wednesday April 20–Public Health COVID Q & A Thursday April 21-Grocery Shopping @ King Soopers Wednesday April 27—Free Bingo Thursday April 28—Grocery Shopping @ Wal-Mart Volunteers of America ask for a $2.50 donation for luncheons and 1 way transports Wednesday luncheons are served at 12:15 please RSVP the Friday before Senior Fit Classes Gilpin County Community Center Monday and Friday 11-12 free, paid for by grants and donations Donations are accepted Gilpin County Library Book and Bake sale April 22 9 a.a. - 6 p.m. April 23 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
SENIOR-AT-LARGE
By Larry Grieco
The City of New Orleans I went to New Orleans three times for the American Library Association conferences. I stayed at the same hotel each time, mainly because I got a chance to see the mighty Mississippi River out my window if I got a room on a high enough floor to look over the rooftops in between. Particularly at night, there would be lights of ships moving back and forth on the river, making for a magical view of the harbor. The hotel was also pretty close to the French Quarter, where I loved hanging out, even if it meant just walking around and taking everything in. The food in the Quarter was delicious, no matter what restaurant you decided on. I’ve had red beans and rice several times, and it was always memorable. Street musicians were on every corner, it seemed, playing for tips and hoping to sell a CD simultaneously. There were ladies of the morning, noon and night, adding to the local color. After years of reading the late Anne Rice’s Vampire Chronicles, with stories often set in New Orleans, I liked to think there were “creatures of the night” lurking in the dark, although I didn’t want to meet up with one. When the American Library Association held its Annual Conference in New Orleans in the summer of 2006, it was the first major group to return to the city after the horrible devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Restaurants that had been struggling to stay open were able to call back many laid-off workers when tens of thousands of librarians descended upon the city. It was a good feeling, and New Orleans
welcomed us warmly and with open arms. I was able to reunite with my library school mentor, John Ellison. Together, we put on a successful and well-attended program, “Intellectual Freedom in Rural Libraries: Keeping the Library for Everyone.” I remember how I had had my own experience with a hurricane years earlier in St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. When I was in charge of the public library in Christiansted in 1989, Hurricane Hugo came rumbling through and literally blew the roof off the library. In the immediate aftermath, living without electricity or running water for a couple of months, I could well empathize with the people of New Orleans and what they had to endure after Katrina. I bet even the vampires suffered, having to put up with the sudden absence of tourists to prey on. No, hurricanes are kind to neither man nor beast. But that old river keeps on “roll, roll, rolling along,” as evidenced by the view out the window of my room on the top floor of the DoubleTree Hotel. It’s comforting to know that if I returned to New Orleans, everything will be kind of as I left it, except—with the death (or undeath) of Anne Rice—there might be a new vampire in town.
Rockies starting 2022 with a more positive vibe
ity among the players. Opening Day is here, at Yes, every team is optilast! So, it’s time to assess mistic at this time of year, “Spring trainthe Rockies and their abwhen they’re all 0-0, as “Just ing is for getting to breviated preparation in they say. kind of finding know your teamArizona. But this feels differit — that’s what The quotes from Torii ent. There’s a conviction mates and forming spring training is for, Hunter and J.D. Martinez that this team is on the a chemistry.” to work on stuff and sum it up. They know from upswing, honest joy to be —Torii Hunter get ready.” experience. part of it. In case you forgot or never Where did this new vibe —J.D. Martinez knew, Hunter played for the come from? Signing Kris Twins, Angels and Tigers for almost two decades, may carry 28 Bryant had a lot to do with ending in 2015. He was a five-time all-star and players on it. nine-time Gold Glove center fielder. their active rosters in April. The increase is an As the Rockies have pointed out, Bryant Martinez, a four-time all-star with seasons of accommodation to the shortened prep time that CHOSE them. He wants to be here. He has said 45, 43, 38 and 36 home runs and more than 100 resulted from the tardy negotiations between the repeatedly that he likes the idea of leading this runs batted in each of them, has played for Housowners and players. club forward. ton, Detroit, Arizona and Boston. He will begin That means 21.4 percent—about one-fifth—of Bryant is impressed by the starting rotation, his 12th season when the Red Sox open against the the players who don purple tomorrow will be both its talent and its willingness to pitch in Coors Yankees in New York today. newcomers: Kris Bryant, Randall Grichuk, Jose Field. He sees young talent about to blossom—not No Rockies fan should be impressed by, or wor- Iglesias, Alex Colome, Chad Kuhl and local boy only Ryan McMahon and Brendan Rodgers (and ried about, the team’s record or performance in Ty Blach. They’re still getting to know their latest maybe Sam Hilliard?) but also several prospects the Cactus League. Remember what J.D. Martinez teammates. who will arrive in the next year or two. says: Spring training is a time “to work on stuff It’s a Fool’s Errand to try to predict Colorado’s His optimism has rubbed off. McMahon just and get ready.” 2022 finish. But it does seem that new general signed a six-year extension and proclaimed that If you doubt, consider the records of the teams manager Bill Schmidt has made some solid moves he wants to be a Rockie; Antonio Senzatela comthat met in the World Series last season: in reshaping the Rockies roster. mitted for five. The Astros, who lost to Atlanta in six games, Signing Bryant and trading for Grichuk should Contrast this with the cloud that hung over the finished the 2021 Grapefruit League season with a give the lineup more punch. Landing Iglesias to team as Nolan Arenado lobbied his way out of dismal 6-13-4 record. The Braves were 15-12. replace Trevor Story at shortstop might actually a long-term deal and Story declined to say he What about other playoff teams in 2021? improve the infield defense. Colome should help wanted to be in Denver long-haul. The Giants, who won the National League West the bullpen late in games, and Kuhl and Blach The early schedule is not easy—three with the with 107 victories, went 11-11-5. And the second- give manager Bud Black experienced options for Dodgers, seven home-and-home with the Philplace Dodgers, only a game behind San Francisco a fifth starter and long relief. lies, and road trips to Texas and Detroit among 21 with 106 wins, were 12-11-5. St. Louis concluded Charlie Blackmon back in the leadoff spot is games. But if the Rockies are competitive, it will its spring schedule 8-10-5 but was the second NL a blast from the past that could work well. Addbe a good indication of how the season might go. Wild Card qualifier. ing the designated hitter means there’s a place for A winning record is not out of the question. So, what do we make of the Rockies as they Connor Joe’s bat when he’s not giving someone ______________ leave Arizona to meet Los Angeles tomorrow? else a breather in the field. Retaining C.J. Cron Denny Dressman is a veteran of 43 years in The point of last year’s spring training records, was a must. the newspaper business, including 25 at the above, is that you can’t judge anything based on More important than all of that, though, is what Rocky Mountain News, where he began as how many games the Rockies won or lost in the appears to have happened in the clubhouse and executive sports editor. He is the author of 13 past three weeks. But remembering Hunter could the dugout. The “chemistry,” as Hunter calls it, is books, seven of them sports-related. You can tell you a lot. different, seemingly significantly better. write to Denny at dennydressman@comcast. Major League Baseball has decreed that teams It’s refreshing to see and hear so much positivnet.
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favorite class is AP Calculus. She enthusiastically expressed that Although she has only grown an inch and a half physically since Rachel Van Hoose does a great job of teaching. Yocom always her freshman year, Halle Yocom feels satisfied completing and has genuinely developed and matured as a person and a student getting the correct answer to a calculus problem with calculations during her four years at Gilpin that took up half her page. County High School (GCHS), When asked if she has any rising to the top of the Class of advice for underclassmen, she 2022. Yocom is the senior class said, “Prepare and study for tests Valedictorian. before the night COVID-19 before the test. might have There is no way thrown her a that you will curveball as she pass if you try had to finish her to cram a whole sophomore and unit of things in entire junior one night while year, including doing other two AP classes, homework and remotely still taking care from home. of yourself.” However, her Upon graduaperseverance tion, Halle will and parent and be furthering teacher support her education and encourageat the Univerment resulted Halle Yocom sity of Colorado, in her continued Boulder, by majoring in Integraacademic success. tive Physiology and checking Halle has been an essential things off her bucket list, such as member of the cheerleading squad, exemplifying school spirit. skydiving and focusing on her growth into adulthood. She has been raising fans to their Halle did not have any final feet since she was in preschool. words because “this is not a She is also an active member forever ending or goodbye.” But, of the Student Council, Interact Yocom did say she would like Club, and the theater department to thank everyone, including her productions. This year Halle family and friends, all of the great stepped out of her comfort zone to venture into the extracurricular teachers at Gilpin County School. Adding “and just everyone inside sports program. She joined the the school for their support from basketball team and participated Preschool through grade 12. The as a team member in GCHS’s entire school staff has been so inaugural season for the Girls’ supportive of me and a great inSoccer team. fluence, each in their own special Even though the content is way. I am Gilpin County School!” challenging, Halle said her Submitted by Tiana Cope
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BLACK HAWK NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City of Black Hawk Board of Aldermen shall hold a public hearing concerning a request for a Comprehensive Sign Plan to remove and replace some illuminated signs and install additional signage for parking, valet, and hotel, located on property described in Exhibit A and generally located at the Isle of Capri Black Hawk, 401 Main Street, pursuant to the City of Black Hawk zoning ordinance. The public hearing is to be held before the City of Black Hawk Board of Aldermen on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter. The public hearing shall be held in the City of Black Hawk Council Chambers, located at 211 Church Street, Black Hawk, CO 80422, or at such other time or place in the event this hearing is adjourned. EXHIBIT A S: 7 T: 3S R: 72W SUBD: BLACK HAWK BLOCK: 051 LOT: 004 ALL INTERESTED PARTIES MAY ATTEND Melissa A. Greiner, CMC City Clerk Published in The Weekly Register Call Published: April 7, 2022 Legal # 5338 _________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City of Black Hawk Board of Aldermen shall hold a public hearing concerning a request for a Certificate of Architectural Compatibility for an amendment to the Gregory Street Comprehensive Sign Plan which proposes additional signs for properties described in Exhibit A and generally located between 496 and 221 Gregory Street, Black Hawk, Colorado, pursuant to the City of Black Hawk zoning ordinance. The public hearing is to be held before the City of Black Hawk Board of Aldermen on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter. The public hearing shall be held in the City of Black Hawk Council Chambers, located at 211 Church Street, Black Hawk, CO 80422, or at such other time or place in the event this hearing is adjourned. EXHIBIT A CITY OF BLACK HAWK BLOCK 26, LOT 1 THRU LOT 14; BLOCK 27, LOT 1 THRU LOT 7; BLOCK 28, LOT 1, LOT 2 and LOT 5A; BLOCK 31 LOT 1 THRU LOT 17; BLOCK 32, LOT 1 THRU LOT 7 and LOT 11 THRU LOT 15; AND BLOCK 33 LOT 1 THRU LOT 9. ALL INTERESTED PARTIES MAY ATTEND Melissa A. Greiner, CMC City Clerk Published in The Weekly Register Call Published: April 7, 2022 Legal # 5339 _________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR 2021 AMENDED BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing to consider an amendment to the budget for the year 2021 will be held April 13, 2022 at 3:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 211 Church Street, Black Hawk, CO 80422. Respectfully submitted, Melissa A. Greiner, CMC, City Clerk Published in The Weekly Register Call Published: April 7, 2022 Legal # 5342 _________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR 2022 AMENDED BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing to consider an amendment to the budget for the year 2022 will be held April 13, 2022 at 3:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 211 Church Street, Black Hawk, CO 80422. Respectfully submitted, Melissa A. Greiner, CMC, City Clerk Published in The Weekly Register Call Published: April 7, 2022 Legal # 5343 _________________
GILPIN COUNTY TREASURER NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF PROPERTY AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED 01-22TD To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having Interest of Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to: Fred L Wiesner 1349 E Kiva Dr Pueblo West, CO 81007 You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 19th day of November 2008, the then County Treasurer of Gilpin County, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Mark S Merline the following described property situate in the County of Gilpin, State of Colorado, to-wit: MINE: F I SMITH-CT 100% 1.82 Acres 122/46 CENTRAL CITY 12-3S-73W Account Number: N002871 Certificate Number: 07-5238 and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to Mark S Merline. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent property (and special assessment) taxes assessed against said property for the year 2007; That said property was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Fred L Wiesner for said year 2007; That said Mark S Merline on the 14th day of January 2022, the present holder of said certificate (who) has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said property; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said property to Mark S Merline at 10:00 a.m. on the 21st day of July 2022, unless the same has been redeemed; Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. This Notice of Purchase has also been published in The Mountain Ear on March 24, 2022, March 31, 2022 and April 7, 2022. Witness my hand this 14th day of March 2022 Mary R. Lorenz, Treasurer of Gilpin County, Colorado Published in The Weekly Register Call First Publication: March 24, 2022 Last Publication: April 7, 2022 Legal # 5325 _________________
SPECIAL DISTRICTS NOTICE OF ELECTION POLLING PLACE TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of the Black Hawk-Central City Sanitation District of Gilpin County, Colorado: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 3rd day of May, 2022, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. The Board of Directors of the District have designated the polling place at the Black Hawk-Central City Sanitation District office located at 7320 Black Hawk Blvd., Suite 2B, Black Hawk, CO At said election, the electors of the District shall vote for Directors to serve the following terms of office on the Board of Directors of the District: The names of persons nominated as Director for a three-year term (Choose two (2)): Jim J. Johnson Deborah L. Wray Jill Story Paul D. Bennett Black Hawk-Central City Sanitation District Lynn M. Hillary Designated Election Official Phone Number: (303) 582-3422 Published in The Weekly Register Call Published: April 7, 2022 Legal # 5340 _________________
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR ELECTION BY THE DESIGNATED ELECTION OFFICIAL FOR THE CITY OF CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the City of Central Business Improvement District, Gilpin County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election or thereafter there were not more candidates for Director than offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 3, 2022, is hereby canceled. The following candidates are declared elected: Steve S. Boulter — Three-Year Term to 2025 Dana Laratta — Three-Year Term to 2025 CITY OF CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT /s//s/ Sarah H. Luetjen Designated Election Official Published in The Weekly Register Call Published: April 7, 2022 Legal # 5341 _________________
NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robert Allen Dornbrock, Deceased Case Number 2022PR30000 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Gilpin, County, Colorado on or before August 12, 2022, or the claims may be forever barred.
Brian Dornbrock Personal Representative c/o Johnson & Associates Attorneys at Law, P.C. 4611 Plettner Lane Suite 200 Evergreen, CO 80439 Published in The Weekly Register Call First Publication: March 31, 2022 Last Publication: April 14, 2022 Legal # 5332 _________________
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COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER I or II (Emergency 911 Dispatcher), City of Black Hawk Hiring Range: $53,792 - $64,954 (paid hourly), DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to serve in Colorado’s premier gaming community 18 miles west of Golden. Under the direction of the Communications Supervisor, responsible for the operation of the emergency communications console, including the receipt of calls and proper dispatch of appropriate equipment and personnel to assist the citizens and visitors of Black Hawk in the areas of Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services. Requirements: high school diploma or GED; valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record; ability to work various shifts, including days, evenings, graves, weekends, and holidays. Applicant must successfully complete several pre-employment tests, including but not limited to typing, mathematical and multitasking skills, psychological exam, physical exam, drug testing, and background investigation as conditions of employment. Benefits: employees cost-share 10% of the medical premium with the City’s cost-share of 90%, and the City provides 100% coverage cost for dental, vision, group life, and short/long term disability. The City provides an excellent retirement package with a guaranteed 8% match of base earnings and up to a 12% match based on an employee’s retirement election. Newly hired employees enjoy over seven weeks combined annual leave (PTO and Sick), which increases with tenure. Apply Now: visit www. cityofblackhawk.org and click on the Job Openings link to apply online. Please upload a cover letter and resume with your application. EOE TFN
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 — Now may be a great time to reevaluate your finances, Aries. Investments could be the right path for now, but you may want to seek some professional advice.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 — Gemini, expect to engage in a very interesting conversation this week. This person has not crossed your path in a while, and the reconnection sparks new goals.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 — A message from a business partner could bring welcome news, Taurus. This might be the break you are waiting for at this juncture in your life. Career changes could be in store.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 — Cancer, frustrations could arise that make you want to vent some anger. Channel your energy into something productive, such as a kickboxing class. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 —
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 — Virgo, do your best to lighten the atmosphere around the house this week. Encourage others to kick up their heels and keep the focus on fun and fun alone. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 — Avoid any drama or chaos that may surround you this week, Libra. Others may seem on edge, but you can remain calm. Quarantine yourself at home and the storm will blow over. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 — Scorpio, even though a few setbacks come your way, your financial situation still
________________________ POLICE OFFICER (Entry Level or Lateral), City of Black Hawk Hiring Range: $63,953 - $93,220 (paid hourly), DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to serve in Colorado’s premier gaming community located 18 miles west of Golden. Requirements: high school diploma or GED, valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record, must be at least 21 years of age, and must be Colorado POST certified or enrolled in an Academy by date of hire. Benefits: The City’s generous benefits package is available to full-time employees and eligible dependents and includes medical/dental/vision coverage. Employees cost-share 10% of the medical premium with the City’s cost-share of 90%, and the City provides 100% of coverage cost for dental, vision, group life, and short/long term disability. The City provides an excellent retirement package with guaranteed 8% match of base earnings and up to a 12% match based on employee’s retirement election. Newly hired employees enjoy over seven weeks combined annual leave (PTO and Sick), which increases with tenure. Apply Now: visit www.cityofblackhawk.org and click on the Job Openings link to apply online. Please upload a cover letter and resume with your application. EOE TFN
__________________________ SEASONAL MAINTENANCE WORKER, City of Black Hawk, $18-$20 per hour. The City of Black Hawk is accepting applications for four (4) part-time, non-benefited Seasonal Maintenance Workers for outdoor horticulture work with specific responsibility for the care and maintenance of annual floral displays on City properties and street lights. Requirements: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, and looks very promising this week. Figure out how to capitalize on this favorable position. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/ Dec 21 — You are usually laid back and calm, Sagittarius. However, when something goes against your beliefs this week you are ready to stand up for morals or concerns. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 — This may not be a good week to travel, Capricorn. Look over your itinerary again and try to reconfigure them so you can travel later on instead. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 — Aquarius, trust your gut instinct about big financial moves regardless of any advice you’re getting from others. You’ll likely see that now isn’t the time for spending. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 —
have a valid Colorado Driver’s License with a good driving record. Experience in greenhouse and/or landscape maintenance preferred. Schedule: Mon/Wed/Fri (including holidays), 7:00 am – 4:00 pm June – October 2022. The City of Black Hawk conducts background investigations and post-offer physical exams/drug tests as conditions of employment. Applicants must apply online at www.cityofblackhawk.org, then click on Job Openings on the homepage. EOE TFN __________________________ WATER MANAGER City of Black Hawk Hiring Range: $120,308 – $138,354, Annually, DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to serve in Colorado’s premier gaming community 18 miles west of Golden. Requirements: Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or related field and considerable experience in civil engineering work. Seven (7) years of increasingly progressive responsible Public Works and Utilities design/review and construction experience required. Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in the State of Colorado required Class A water treatment license preferred. Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record. Benefits: The City pays 90% of medical premium and 100% coverage for dental, vision, group life, and short/long term disability. The City offers an excellent retirement package with a guaranteed 8% match of base earnings and up to a 12% match based on employees’ retirement election. Newly hired employees enjoy over seven weeks combined annual leave (PTO and Sick), which increases with tenure. Apply Now: visit www.cityofblackhawk.org and click on the Job Openings link to apply online. Please upload a cover letter and resume with your application. EOE TFN
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Regularly Scheduled Community Meetings PUBLIC MEETINGS IN GILPIN COUNTY • AA Meetings - Sundays at 6 p.m. (St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 226 E. First High St., Central City)
What’s Happening in Gilpin County Parks & Recreation Gilpin County Community Center 250 Norton Drive
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• Elk's Lodge Members - 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:30 p.m. (Central City Elk’s Lodge)
Pool Hours Monday:................ 8 a.m.-12 p.m. - closed 12 p.m.4:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Wednesday:.......... Please call for current hours Thursday: ............ Please call for current hours Friday:.................. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday: ............. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Building Hours: Mon/Wed/Thur: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday Morning Clay with Steve | 4/2 – 5/21 9:30 a.m. – 12 noon For our Spring eight-week session, we will work with Altered Pots. Starting with wheel-thrown pieces, we will make round pots into square or oval pots, maybe also creating feet and handles. Slice away or add parts. Maybe push a pitcher past its function, maybe not. A round dog’s dish can become a footed, serpentine flower container.
• Friends of the Gilpin County Library - 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. (GC Library)
Easter Egg Hunt & Dive | Saturday 4/9 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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Free! Egg Hunts for ages 0-12, bouncy house, crafts| Egg Dive @ noon | Photos with the Easter Bunny 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• Al-Anon Meetings - Thursdays at 7 p.m. (St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 226 E. First High St., Central City) • Alzheimer’s Caregivers - 3rd Monday, 4 p.m. (Mt Evans Health Care, 3081 Bergen Peak Dr, Bergen Park) • American Legion - 4th Tuesday each month at 5:30 p.m. above Dostal Alley. Come join us! • Black Hawk City Council - 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 3 p.m. (BH Council Chambers, 211 Church St., Black Hawk) • Central City Council - 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 7 p.m. (Central City Hall) • Central City Historic Preservation Commission, 2nd Wed, if needed, (Central City Hall) • Central City Planning Commission, 1st Wednesday, if needed, (Central City Hall)
• Gilpin County Commissioners - First and third Tuesdays, 9 a.m., old courthouse building, 203 Eureka St., Central City Sessions are live and available via Microsoft Teams.) • Gilpin County Democrats - 4th Thursday, 6:3 p.m. (GC Library - gilpindemschair@ gmail.com) Zoom meeting during inclement weather. • Gilpin County Historic Advisory Commission, quarterly on Tuesdays, 7 p.m. (GC Library) 303-582-5831 • Gilpin County Planning Commission, 2nd Tuesday, 7 p.m. (GC Courthouse Central City) 303-582-5831x3 • Gilpin County Public Library Board of Trustees - 2nd Thursday, 6:30 p.m. (GC Library) • Gilpin County Republicans - 1st Thursday, 7 p.m. (email GCRCGilpin@gmail.com) • Gilpin County School Board of Education - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. (GC School Board Room) • Gilpin County Senior Living - 1st Monday, 6:30 p.m. (GC School Board Room) • High Country Auxiliary - 4th Tuesday, odd number months, 7 p.m. (Gilpin County Library) 303-582-5367 • Main Street Central City Commission - 3rd Wednesday each month, 6 p.m. (Central City Hall) • Masonic Lodge - 2nd Wednesday each month, 6 p.m. (Central City Masonic Lodge, E 1st High door) • Narcotics Anonymous - Every Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Loaves and Fishes, 545 Hwy 103 Idaho Springs) • Nederland Community Clothing Closet - 1st & last Thursday & every Saturday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Nederland Community Center) • Peak to Peak Choir Rehearsal - Wednesdays 7-9 (Gilpin Library) 303-642-0276 • Peak to Peak Rotary - Thursdays 11 a.m. Email mlorenz.rotary@outlook.com (Century Casino) • Timberline Fire Protection District - changes each month, 6 p.m. (TFPD Station) Check https://timberlinefpd.colorado.gov/elected-officials-board-of-directors • VFW - 4th Tuesday, 7 p.m. Call 303-999-7728 for meeting location
PUBLIC MEETINGS IN NEDERLAND • Nederland Board of Trustees - 2nd Tuesdays
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Adult 3x3 Basketball | Thursdays 5/19 – 6/23 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. Registration opens 4/11 – Teams sign up online or at the front desk – Drop-in fees/membership required for participation – Tournament 6/30 Youth Baseball registration opens 4/18 T-Ball ages 5-6 | Coach Pitch ages 7-8 | Minors ages 9-10 | Majors ages 11-13 Register online or at the Community Center – Practice starts mid-May – Practice schedules will be determined by volunteer coaches during registration – Games on Saturdays starting 6/4 (times TBD) Adult Co-Ed Softball registration opens 5/1 Games Wednesday nights 6/1-7/20 | Tonya Putnam Memorial Tournament Saturday 7/23 | $300/team | Register online or at the Community Center Friends of the Gilpin County Community Center’s “Heart of the Community Fund” Supports residents in need with Family or individual 10-punch cards for access to the pool, gym, and exercise facilities, as well as scholarships for youth who need help to cover fees and equipment for Taekwondo and youth sports (apply on-line) www.gilpincommunitycenter.org Family Gym Time | Thursdays 12:30 – 3 p.m. Balls, Mats, Climbing Wall & More – 18+ Supervision required - $2/person Hatha Yoga: Mondays & Fridays 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Senior Fit: Mondays & Fridays 11 a.m. – 12 noon Taekwondo: Mondays & Wednesdays 6 – 7 p.m. Taekwondo & Kinder Kicks: Mondays & Wednesdays 6 – 7 p.m. Pickleball: Mon/Wed 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. & Fri 2 – 4 p.m. Aquafit: Mon/Wed/Fri 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. & 4:30 – 5:30 Gilpin Stitchers Club: 1st & 3rd Thursdays of each month 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.