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They Made Me Do It
Several months ago I received an important looking 8x10 envelope in the mail from a certain financial institution. Inside was a 42-page booklet with the intriguing title General Account Agreement and Disclosure Document which I’ll refer to as GAADD from here on out because I have a word limit. I wish the financial institution had one too.
hauling me into court for failing to do something I agreed to do when I signed the form. There I’ll be on the stand while their lawyer screams at me, “But you said you read the GAAD. Were you lying?”
I’ll blubber, “Yes, but… but…”
There was a form for me to sign saying I’d read the GAADD and agreed to be bound by the terms laid out in it. That was the only option. There was no place to write, “I haven’t read this because it’s overwhelming. Please send a brief summary in large print.”
The bank that sent the GAADD gave me 30 days to sign and return the form or risk my “services being disrupted.” I wasn’t sure what would happen to my account if my services were disrupted so I sat right down and read the GAADD. I needed a full week, a magnifying glass and a dictionary of financial terms to do it. But I’m proud to say that after studying it carefully, I’ve become something of an expert on the GAADD of this particular financial institution. Ask me anything and I’ll answer confidently, “I have no idea.”
Because, of course, I didn’t read it. What I really did was flip through the booklet and read a few lines here and there just to see what I was up against. Not only was it written in itsy-bitsy print, it contained phrases like, “the risk of lack of calculation or dissemination of underlying index value or intraday indicative value.” When I read that, I had to put the GAADD aside and go lie down.
I didn’t think of it again until I came across it in my jungle of an office long after the deadline. Uh-oh! Were my services being disrupted at that very moment? A financial advisor I know told me not to worry. He told me to just sign the form and send it in. He said no one, including him, actually reads GAADDS, let alone understands them.
Somehow I didn’t find that reassuring. But I took his advice. And since then I’ve been wondering what I agreed to. Paying higher fees? Helping with the financial institution’s yard work one day a week? Swabbing the deck on their CEO’s yacht?
Besides, it made a liar out of me. I picture the big bank
ed services! You sent me a 42-page booklet written in Greek and print the size of ant droppings. You didn’t intend for me to read it, did you? What are you trying to hide?”
But then I’ll think of all the times in my life I’ve been asked by big companies to sign documents I couldn’t possibly understand. And suddenly I’ll be filled with self-righteous rage. I’ll shake my finger at the bank representatives who came to watch the trial and I’ll say, “But you made me lie! You threatened me with disrupt-
It will be one of those dramatic TV courtroom moments like on Matlock. And the jury and the courtroom audience will clap and cheer because they know I’m right. And the judge will say, “order in the court.” And then there will be a law that big companies must summarize their documents in plain English and 12-point type. And I’ll be a hero. Until then, I’ll be wondering what I agreed to.
Dorothy Rosby is the author of I Used to Think I Was Not That Bad and Then I Got to Know Me Better and other books. Contact her at www. dorothyrosby.com/contact.
Don’t let hearing loss snowball.
Memories of Gov. Dick Lamm and lost Olympics
It’s showtime on NBC for the Winter Olympics, which began this week in Milan/ Cortina, Italy. Thankfully, it appears the Winter Games will have ample snow for the alpine ski events, unlike the snowpack in the Colorado mountains this year.
The opening ceremonies at the Milan stadium were impressive as winter teams paraded into the dynamic venue. The occasion was joyful, and the large U.S. Team was impressive, wearing stylish headwear and white coats as they joined the lengthy parade of nations, some with one or two athletes proudly waving their flags.
My memories flashed back to Colorado Gov. Dick Lamm and the Colorado Winter Olympics that never were. Lamm put his political career on the line when he opposed bringing the Winter Olympics to Colorado in 1976, arguing that the costs would be hefty and that statewide environmental damage would result.
Lamm and his wife, Dottie,
rose to prominence by walking across the state while campaigning for office. He was elected to the State Legislature in 1964 and to the governorship in 1975, serving three terms until 1987. He passed away on July 29, 2021, at age 85.
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Remembering Lamm’s friendship, his many visits to Craig, and his support for my hometown community. I was the mayor and published The Craig Daily Press. He was very concerned about the local environment and its impact on the community. He had his local Public Affairs Department help secure $1 million for a new high school in Craig.
We sold The Daily Press in 1980 and moved to Denver, where I was invited to travel with Lamm to various venues. We would sit in the back seat of the State Patrol Lincoln and discuss Colorado politics.
On one occasion, we traveled to the Colorado Cattlemen’s Convention in Colorado Springs, where he was the
keynote speaker. Afterward, they held a reception that the Governor skipped, saying he had to be back in Denver by 5 p.m. that afternoon.
As it turned out, Lamm had his afternoon jog in Washington Park. Jogging helped him maintain his sanity and health.
The last time I saw him before his death was when he and Dottie gave a lecture at the Denver Public Library. They were both legends. Their time in politics was an era when Democrats and Republicans could work together for the good of the State.
I’m enjoying the Olympics, which brought back memories of a great Colorado governor. He cared deeply about rural Colorado and our environment.
To be continued…
My long-lasting friendship with Gov. Dick Lamm began with the construction of four coal-fired electric generating plants: the first in nearby Hayden, followed by three more near Craig. The plants were developed by John Bugas
of Colorado Ute, Tri-County Electric and Colorado Public Service (now Excel Energy). The very successful coal-fired plants have been providing massive amounts of electricity to the national grid, along with 100s of jobs.
These plants are scheduled to be shuttered by 2030 unless the Trump Administration intervenes. It believes that wind and solar will not provide enough electricity to meet future demand.
There are massive demands for electricity as use increases in homes, cars, and businesses – especially for cloud storage and artificial intelligence computing.
Recent roving shutdowns by Excel due to weather have hurt businesses along the Front Range. There has been some interest in reviving nuclear energy, which means restarting nuclear power plants, and Wall Street has new firms moving ahead with nuclear development. Denver International Airport is looking to establish a future nuclear power supply for its energy.
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Lorenzen leads Rockies into ’26 spring training
Super Bowl LX is in the books; Bad Bunny’s dreadful halftime show mercifully is history; and all those madefor-SB ads that tried too hard to be funny or catchy have had their multimillion-dollar minutes of fame.
That means baseball season is here!
Rockies pitchers and catchers have reported to Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale and will hold their first workout today. The rest of the team is scheduled to begin workouts next Tuesday.
What can Rockies fans expect from the assembled crop of arms who, starting today, will toil under the direction of an entirely new pitching department constructed by the new Front Office headed by Paul DePodesta?
No one really knows at this beginning, but here’s one way to look at it: if this team simply avoids losing 100 games again in 2026, it will have made a 20-game improvement.
The starting rotation likely will include Kyle Freeland, Ryan Feltner, free agent signee Michael Lorenzen, and two from a group that includes Chase Dollander, Tanner Gordon., McCade Brown and a player to be named.
But every name is followed by a question mark when a prediction about season effectiveness is requested.
Freeland seemed to be figuring out a new approach late last season. How will it work in 2026?
Feltner missed most of last season, injured. How will he bounce back?
Dollander and Gordon struggled as rookies, rushed to Coors Field before they were ready. How much did they learn, and are they ready
only months later?
Beyond those uncertainties is Lorenzen. That he’s in Denver speaks volumes about his toughness. If these Rockies make a competitive leap, he’ll be a big reason why.
“I didn’t have to be sold to go there,” he said in January after becoming only the fourth free agent starting pitcher to sign with Colorado in the past decade.
cerned.
“He’s done a lot of things in his career,” DePodesta says of his biggest acquisition to date. “He was an outfielder (147 plate appearances, 7 home runs, 24 runs batted in, .233 batting average). He’s been a reliever. He’s been a starting pitcher.
“I don’t think he’s afraid of anything.”
“I love being able to play in the NL West and love everything about the facilities. It’s a great stadium.
“The fans show up, and just to be able to win in a place like that and be able to build something would be an incredible experience. I’m excited about the opportunity.”
A No. 1 draft choice by the Cincinnati Reds in 2013, Lorenzen has a 54-55 career record and a 4.08 earned run average in 395 major league appearances (119 starts) over 11 seasons with six teams. With Kansas City last year, he had a 7-11 record with a 4.64 ERA (2.01 better than Rockies starters last season).
Calling Coors Field “a special place,” Lorenzen is actually looking forward to pitching at altitude.
“I feel like it’s untapped,” he said, ”and I don’t think you could say that about anywhere else in Major League Baseball.
“There’s a lot of new information to be learned. And that’s kind of right up my alley. As you get to know me, you’ll see that I enjoy problem-solving.”
Lorenzen could be describe as a righthanded Kyle Freeland as far as intensity and competitiveness are con-
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Lorenzen could have an impact in the clubhouse, too. He developed the Workmode Fitness App to offer workouts and fitness strategies to teammates, especially younger players (of whom the Rockies have many). His goal is to be an example for all who buy into his methods.
“To be able to go into a team like, ‘This is my way of doing it . . . this is my way of nutrition . . , my way of sleep . . . my way of hydration . . . my way of scouting, problem soving, arm care, all this stuff.
“It’s just giving off knowledge and letting guys, you know, use what they like and throw away what they don’t.”
It remains to be seen what kind of impact Michael Lorenzen has on this Rockies team and the pitching staff, in particular.
But Paul DePodesta, for one, believes it will be something others point to during the season.
“We didn’t have to convince him of anything,” DePodesta said, “he ran toward this challenge. Michael actively wanted to pitch here.”
Denny Dressman writes a weekly sports column for The Villager. You can write to Denny at dennydressman@comcast.net.
Heyday in 3-D At Denver Press Club Feb. 27
Villager sports columnist Denny Dressman will discuss his new book during a special Black Baseball’s Heyday Black History Month program at the Denver Press Club Friday, February 27.
“Black Baseball’s Heyday in 3-D” looks at the segregated baseball era from 1880 to Jackie Robinson’s Major League debut from three perspectives: the players, art and culture of the era.. The review in the American Library Association’s Booklist publication calls it “highly recommended.”
Vignettes called High-
Lights, a word-play on artist Anthony High’s name, provide High’s thoughts on each
of his more than three dozen pieces in the book.
“I hope that turning the pages of this book will be like walking through an art gallery on a guided tour, viewing paintings that represent different artistic methods and styles,” High says in the book’s Introduction.”
The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and is open to the public. Admission is $5, and reservations can be made at denverpressclub. org/events. (Press Club members can attend as a benefit of membership.) Copies will be available for purchase.
Jeff and Antonette DeLauro Smith
Jeff Smith and Antonette DeLauro, Colorado natives (fifth generation for her) had been in the same circles and grew up just across I-25 from each other. Their families went to the same church and they knew many of the same people. He went to Thomas Jefferson High School and she went to St. Mary’s Academy. But sparks flew immediately at their chance meeting at the Rocky Mountain Diner in downtown Denver. “He was adorable!” said Antonette. They found they had common interests and their friend groups blended easily. It’s better when you know each other’s backgrounds, they agreed. Their courtship was an exciting three years before Jeff proposed in May of 1995 at the Chart House in Genesee after asking permission and receiving the blessing from Antonette’s parents. They were married on September 23 that year by Father Paul Von Lobkowitz (Bishop, Founder and Executive Director of Hospice of St. John) at Bella Ristorante in LoDo.
The newlyweds with Antonette’s family (Delauro)
Christmas card of the young Smith family
The Smith clan at a Thanksgiving gathering
Jeff and Antonette off to a Western Fantasy fundraiser for Volunteers of America
Jeff, the tremendous athlete, with his medals and trophies (He went to University of Oregon on a full ride, graduated from Metropolitan Sate College – now Metropolitan State University of Denver and was its first inductee into its first Sports Hall of Fame)
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Adventurers, entrepreneurs, winners and soul mates for 30 years
They respect each other, support each other and share life goals. They have deep ties to the community through philanthropy, nonprofits, politics and their children’s activities. You could describe them as well rounded. And, they wanted their children to be well rounded. Allison and Jack added several sports to their school activities. Both Jack and Allison will be married this summer. “They chose well,” said Antonette about their intended mates.
Athlete/Title Holder/Inventor/Entrepreneur Jeff holds three patents, has started ten companies in the mortgage industry, petroleum landman, natural gas remarketing and construction. His last and most rewarding endeavor was Dive5280. For 12 years he coached eight state champions and 15 All-Americans (Top 100 divers in the US) and had athletes compete on the state, national and international stage. Antonette graduated from Colorado College with a degree in political science and earned her MBA from the University of Denver - Daniels School of Business. She has enjoyed a stellar career under the umbrella of public affairs, marketing and media beginning with working for the late Senator Bill Armstrong in Washington, DC. She is also an entrepreneur founding Silverado Strategies after being recruited for and serving key executive roles for numerous Fortune 500 companies and others. She has served on and supported prestigious nonprofit boards such as Cancer League, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Hospice of St John, Junior League, DCPA, Friends of Colorado State Parks and many more. She has had two gubernatorial appointments - including chair of the Colorado Commission on Family Medicine and the Colorado State Parks Board. She was also appointed a Fellow with Club for Growth Foundation (only one fellow each year is appointed from Colorado.) She is sought after for advice and coaching from many organizations and was recently elected 2nd Vice President of Cherry Creek Republican Women. In 2024, she was honored with Denver Alumnae Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta’s highest award - Woman of the Year.
Antonette describes Jeff as optimistic, incredibly creative with infectious positive energy. Jeff describes Antonette as beautiful, calm and incredibly thoughtful.
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graduated Summa Cum Laude from law school, scored a federal clerkship in Ft. Worth and is now a practicing attorney. Jack graduated with a systems engineering degree with minors in both cyber security and computer science.)
“Every morning when I wake up, I fall in love with my husband all over again!”
-Antonette Smith
“Life is an adventure. There is no one better to adventure with than my wife. Every night I say good night and I love you!”
– Jeff Smith
In Vail with the perfect pet – Giovanni, a goldendoodle
Jeff in Sweden at an international diving meet with star student - Luke Ogren (Cherry Creek HS) who was a state champion and is now at the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD
The Smith family at the Fine Arts Foundation Ball where Allison was a debutante in 2018 (She was also presented at the Central City Opera Yellow Rose Ball in 2017)
Minute Man sculpture trophy, highest civilian honor, a surprise formal presentation to Antonette by the Colorado National Guard
Son Jack with his fiancée Alexis Williams whom he met at Texas A &
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Daughter Allison and her fiancé Jackson Harvey who knew each other from Arapahoe High School (Allison graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Environmental Design Program at CU Boulder and is in the process of finalizing her licensure in architecture. Jackson is a graduate of the Ritchie School of Engineering at the University of Denver.)
The Smiths are always active – fans of Colorado sports teams, love skiing, enjoy hiking and being on the water – here in San Diego – just one of their many travel adventures including their official kickoff to retirement in French Polynesia
The clever family ski lineup including soon-to-be added Alexis and Jackson complemented the latest Christmas card
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Sterling Ranch surpasses 3,000 home sales
Sterling Ranch, a 21st century masterplanned community providing residents with an innovative and beautiful place to call home (www.sterlingranch colorado.com), is pleased to announce that it has surpassed 3,000 homes sold since beginning construction in 2017. The achievement reinforces the community’s
once again Colorado’s top-selling Master Planned Community
The Colorado “small town” is outpacing the market with technology, amenities, safety, home choices and more
number one ranking in new home sales in Colorado and as one of the Top 50 Master Planned Communities in the nation for the sixth straight year, according to John Burns Real Estate Consulting, LLC (www.real estateconsulting.com).
“This is the sixth consecutive year that we’ve led the Denver metro area market in home sales, something we
attribute to the ‘quality-oflife’ vision we established for Sterling Ranch more than a decade ago,” said Brock Smethills, President of the Sterling Ranch Development Company. “We provide our residents with an idyllic Colorado setting, with a vast array of home designs to choose from. Sterling Ranch is truly unique and it’s a tremendous honor to see so
many people sharing in our vision.”
During the past year, homebuilders in Sterling Ranch closed with 384 homes sold, outpacing the entire Colorado market and ranking the community 43rd in the nation. With a range of homes priced from the high 400’s to well over $1 million, there are a wide range of home options. Sterling
Ranch homes are more attainable for most and provide a variety of options for buyers to choose from – including everything from townhome units single story ranch living, to spacious luxury homes.
The numbers add up to more than 3,000 homes sold since 2017, a total that takes decades for many communities to achieve. It also
highlights Sterling Ranch’s identity as a Colorado “small town”, with over 10,000 current residents and another 9,000 homes planned to be built over the years. In the near future, Sterling Ranch will welcome two new schools (which have already broken ground), a new County Library, a 240,000 square foot sports and recreation complex (to include
hockey rinks, basketball courts, baseball, football and soccer fields and state of the art fitness facilities), restaurants, grocery and other retail shops
Those new additions will join an already thriving and amenity-rich community that provides the enjoyment of living with nature on a working cattle ranch. Residents enjoy many parks (including
an all-inclusive park for people with disabilities), a community center with a pool and fitness center, a community gathering space (with workspace, a coffee shop, wine bar and beer garden), countless events and activities, 8 gig internet service, a high-quality sustainable water system, open space, trails, and natural habitats to explore, and more.
About Sterling Ranch
Sterling Ranch is Douglas County’s premier new home community located at the base of the breathtaking Rocky Mountain Foothills near Highlands Ranch and Littleton. Colorado-inspired homes in an awe-inspiring Colorado location.
Sterling Ranch has been ranked the #1 best-selling
master-planned community in the Denver Metro area for six consecutive years, the top-selling community in Colorado for the past two years, and among the Top 50 best-selling master-planned communities in the nation for the fifth year in a row. More information regarding Sterling Ranch is available at www.sterlingranchcolorado. com
“We provide our residents with an idyllic Colorado setting, with a vast array of home designs to choose from. Sterling Ranch is truly unique and it’s a tremendous honor to see so many people sharing in our vision.”
– Brock Smethills
Come preview a vast variety of unique properties with Colorado architecture by multiple builders. Open 7 days a week.
BY FREDA MIKLIN SENIOR REPORTER
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Crime and traffic infractions in GV and CHV were down in 2025
The Colorado Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) recently reported that its latest Crime Trends Report, which goes through June 2025, “shows that both violent and property crime rates have seen double-digit decreases compared to the same period in 2024.”
Statewide, property crimes for January 2025 through June 2025 went down by 17.5%, which was approximately 13,000 fewer crimes
than were recorded in January-June 2024.
The first half of 2025 also saw a remarkable 34.5% decrease in motor vehicle thefts and a 16% decrease in burglaries. DCJ reported that arson was the only crime that went up during the period, by 5%.
DCJ also reported that, during the first half of 2025:
• Violent crime went down by 17% and property crime went
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down by 23% in Aurora.
• Violent crime went down by 10% in Denver.
• Violent crime went down by 15% in Greeley.
• Overall crime went down by over 12% in both Thornton and Lakewood.
The Villager looked at criminal and traffic statistics for all of 2025 compared to 2024 for Greenwood Village and Cherry Hills Village. While they are very different cities in terms of size and composition of residential and commercial areas, both cities experienced significant improvements in criminal and traffic infractions in 2025 compared to 2024.
Cherry Creek Schools Board of Education Announces Additional Reforms Following Recent Organizational Changes
On February 9, the Cherry School District Board of Education announced additional reforms and changes in the wake of organizational changes involving the resignation of Superintendent Christopher Smith and the administrative leave of Brenda Smith, Chief Human Resources Officer.
Following an Executive Session with the Board of Ed-
• Mandate that all contracts are reviewed and approved by the Legal Department with failure to do so resulting in disciplinary action, up to and including termination
• Finalize specific guidelines as they relate to District travel throughout the remainder of the school year
“All five members of this board are committed to trans-
Session more often than we’d like. As these matters come to resolution, we will return to a more normal cadence of Board meetings and the community will continue to see the Board review District policies and make adjustments as necessary.”
In addition, Interim Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Perry will announce at tonight’s
took the following actions: Superintendent Smith offered his resignation to the Board effective January 30, 2026 and the Board named Dr. Jennifer Perry as the Interim Superintendent effective February 2, 2026.
The Board announced on January 27, 2026 that it would move to freeze certain travel, freeze new contracts, and begin actively reviewing District policies as it relates to nepotism and conflicts of interest.
Brenda Smith, the Chief of Human Resources, was placed on administrative leave, effective February 2, 2026. An internal investigation is under-
way into the actions of Brenda Smith.
“The decision to review District policies and freeze certain travel and contracts is a result of concerns being raised about the decisions and actions of former Superintendent Smith and Brenda Smith,” Egan continued. “Immediate action was necessary to maintain the public’s confidence. We look forward to continuing to listen and engage the community as we uphold our promise of being ‘Dedicated to Excellence.’”
The Villager will report on what happened at that board meeting next week.
BY FREDA MIKLIN SENIOR REPORTER
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Evidence piles up that it is dangerous to be old and alone
A survey conducted by Choice Mutual, a life insurance agency that specializes in final expense insurance, surveyed 3,025 seniors aged 65+ who live alone, across the country, at the end of January. Surveyors found that 26% of seniors reported zero contact with another person during the entire first month of 2026.
The top five loneliest states and the percentage of seniors in them who reported no one had checked in on them during the month of January were Wyoming and Oklahoma at 50%, Louisiana with 44%, and Arizona and Connecticut with 42%.
Colorado fared somewhat better, with 34% of seniors who live alone, equating to 20,432 people,
reporting not having heard from anyone in their lives during the month of January.
It is no surprise that Choice Mutual found that 74% of seniors who live by themselves told surveyors that winter is the loneliest time for them and 62% believe that loneliness is negatively impacting their physical or mental health.
The survey also revealed that nearly one-third of older people could not name anyone they could reach out to when life becomes difficult.
If you know a senior citizen who lives alone, no matter your age, you may want to check in on them. Nothing substitutes for human interaction.
Greenwood Village will convert parking lot at Yosemite and Caley to pickleball courts
The City of Greenwood Village has approved a plan to build four public pickleball courts, along with landscaping and a small parking lot, on the 3.57-acre property it owns at the intersection of South Yosemite Street and East Caley Avenue that is undeveloped and currently used as surface parking.
The city spent $70,000 in 2025 on the design of the recreational facility. Construction costs, budgeted at $1,850,000, were approved as part of GV’s 2026 budget. The cost is expected to be split three ways, with GV residents contributing $650,000. The City anticipates getting approval for a grant for $600,000 from Arapahoe County Open Spaces and has already been granted $600,000 by Southeast Public Improvement Metropolitan District for the project, subject to getting the Arapahoe County grant.
The GV site is zoned Mixed Commercial. A project like this fits with that zoning, but requires a special use permit and a site development plan, which must be approved by GV’s planning and zoning commission, and then city council. With the time required to make sure the funding aligns as anticipated, and the necessary approvals are all in place, the pickleball courts are expected to be ready to use by the summer of next year (2027).
The idea for the pickleball courts arose when the city council was told by its staff, as it was developing its
budget for 2025, that the lot was deteriorated and needed to be repaved because of its dilapidated appearance. Some members of the council wondered why they should keep spending money to maintain the property as a parking lot.
Council members, led by District 3’s Donna Johnston, began talking about building pickleball courts instead, since the property was never intended to be a parking lot and wasn’t needed for that purpose, since there is a free public garage right next to it.
The council concluded that providing a recreational amenity for residents in the area made sense and, since the location wasn’t directly adjacent to homes, noise from the balls hitting the paddles that led to complaints in other jurisdictions, would not be an issue. That discussion led to designing the site for pickleball while looking for partners to share the cost, which was successful.
Longtime area residents and readers of The Villager will recall that, back in 2014, GV announced that a five-star, 200-room, Westin Hotel, was planned to be built on its property at that location. The hotel plan did not work out, and in 2019, the property, which had been transferred to the hotel developer, was deeded back to the city. The land has been undeveloped since, except to be used as free surface parking, essentially by default.
These are the statistics for lonely seniors across the country.
This is an aerial shot of the location of the new pickleball courts.
Parking lot at 8880 E. Yosemite Street will soon be part of the property used to build a pickleball facility.
Photo by Freda Miklin
Dear Readers,
How do you report suspected abuse or exploitation of an elderly person? (Part 3 of 3)
Under Colorado law regarding Protective Services for Atrisk Adults, any person who is required to report elder abuse or exploitation must do so within 24 hours after observing or discovering the abuse. The report should be made to a local law enforcement agency, such as the police department or county sheriff’s office in the county where the abuse took place. Call 911 to report abuse in progress. Reporting to Adult Protective Services or other agencies does not meet the statutory requirement for reporting by a mandatory reporter.
The reporter does not need to investigate the abuse. You do not need to be certain of the at-risk adult’s age or that the adult has an intellectual and developmental disability. When reporting abuse or exploitation of an at-risk adult, the person making the report should have as much of the following information ready as possible:
• Name, age and address of the at-risk adult;
• Name, address and contact information of the reporter;
• Name and contact information of the at-risk adult’s caretaker, if any;
• Description of the alleged abuse and the situation the reporter observed, including the nature and extent of the injury;
• Name or description of the person who is potentially inflicting the abuse; and
• Any other related information.
If a person willfully violates the statute and fails to report,
he or she can be charged with a Class 2 misdemeanor. This type of misdemeanor may result in a fine ranging anywhere from $50 to $750, or up to 120 days in the county jail, or both.
Mandatory reporting of abuse by professionals is required only for observations regarding at-risk elders and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. There are many vulnerable adults who are under 70 years or age who may be at risk of abuse or exploitation due to other conditions such as dementia, traumatic brain injury, neurological impairment such as a recent stroke, or mental illness that prevents the adult from managing his or her daily needs.
RESOURCES
Please note that contacting any of the following resources does NOT satisfy the reporting requirements of the mandatory reporting law. Mandatory reporters must report the abuse to local law enforcement.
Colorado Attorney General and AARP ElderWatch
AARP ElderWatch is a partnership between the Colorado Attorney General’s Office and the AARP Foundation. AARP ElderWatch is a clearinghouse for complaints, educational information and training mate-
rials dealing with the financial exploitation of elderly Coloradans. If you are a senior or caregiver and you believe that you may have been a victim of a fraud or a scam, contact AARP ElderWatch at: AARP ElderWatch (800) 222-4444 (303) 222-4444 (metro Denver) www.aarpelderwatch.org
Colorado Bureau of Investigation
ID Theft/Fraud Investigation Unit
690 Kipling St., Ste. 4000 Lakewood, CO 80215 24-Hour Identity Theft Hotline (855) 443-3489 (303) 239-4211 https://cbi.colorado.gov, click on “Sections,” then “Investigations,” then “Identity Theft/ Cyber Crimes” E-mail: reportwurefraud@ state.co.us
Colorado Coalition for Elder Rights and Abuse Prevention (CCERAP) www.ccerap.org
Colorado Department of Human Services, Adult Protection Services
This is the state Department of Human Services. You can also call your county Department of Social Services. You may find a list of contact information for these offices at https://cdhs. colorado.gov/ (click on the clickable map under “Find my county” for a list of offices). (970) 400-6700
The National Center on Elder Abuse
The NCEA provides the latest information regarding
research, training, best practices, news and resources on elder abuse, neglect and exploitation to professionals and the public. https://www.ncea.aoa,gov
National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life
Educational website with information on abuse and nationwide resources. www.ncall.us
It is best to consult with an experienced estate plan attorney, regarding establishing a Guardianship and/or Conservatorship, to help avoid such abuse or exploitation.
Selected information in this column has been taken with permission by Continuing Legal Education in Colorado, Inc., from the Colorado Senior Law Handbook, 2023 Edition (Chapter 33: Mandatory Reporting of Elder Abuse or Exploitation, Sandra M. Sigler, Esq.), which is a copyrighted publication and may be accessed and downloaded for free at: www.cobar.org/For-the-Public/Senior-Law-Handbook.
What are the four key medical/estate plan documents you need now?
Many of my clients have asked: “What are the critical
documents to have?” Simply being married does not give you the legal right to gain access to your spouse’s medical records or make medical decisions on your spouse’s behalf, even in an emergency. To avoid this problem and to help others care for you and to achieve your overall estate planning goals, the following documents create an effective medical/estate plan package: 1. Healthcare Power of Attorney; 2. General Financial Power of Attorney; 3. Advanced Directive for Medical/Surgical Treatment (“Living Will”); and 4. Will (or a Will with a Trust).
Careful medical/estate planning should include preparation and signing of these documents, to accomplish your goals and protect you, both during your lifetime, and at the time of passing. The Power of Attorney documents allow you to designate those agents whom you authorize to help you on your behalf during your lifetime, and the Will/Trust documents allow you to nominate others to help with your estate after your passing, as well as to identify the beneficiaries and the distributions to them, to accomplish your estate planning goals.
Show Your Love for our K-9 Heroes
The Centennial Arts and Cultural Foundation is promoting a Go-Fund-Me effort in partnership with the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office and K-9 Back-the-Blue to raise funds for two bronze K-9 sculptures to be placed in Centennial Center Park, honoring the service of both the ACSO School Resource Officer therapy dogs and the K-9 Patrol teams. This fundraiser will run through the month of February and will be promoted via social media and email outreach.
CACF is engaging with Littleton Public Schools and the Cherry Creek School District to increase awareness of this project and build community support.
Project Details:
CACF has commissioned two bronze sculptures, one modeled after Rex, the ACSO SRO Therapy K-9 and the second modeled after Atlas, a retired patrol K-9. Loveland based artists, Jason Dreweck and Teresa Hansen were chosen to create these original works.
The City of Centennial has agreed to place these two sculptures in Centennial Center Park. The site chosen is the top of a small berm overlooking the Centennial splash pad and playground. This location offers the opportunity to families to easily interact with the sculptures and reminds us that our protectors are keeping watch.
The cost to create and install the two bronze sculptures is $60,000. Through prior fundraising efforts, CACF has collected about 1/3 of the needed funds.
These sculptures are scheduled to be installed in the fall of 2026.
For additional information regarding this project, please contact Stephanie Piko, CACF Executive Director at stephanie@centennial-art.org or 303-514-4174.
DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 303-645-6600 Telephone
DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 303-645-6600 Telephone
COURTS
COURTS
•https://judicial.webex.com/meet/ D18-ARAP-Div22
A/K/A MARCO ANTONIO
A/K/A MARCO ANTONIO
TERRONES To The Respondents:
TERRONES To The Respondents:
PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO Petitioner, In the Interest of:
PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO Petitioner,
In the Interest of:
KARMA CHANEL LUTTERIA ANGUIANO, Child, and concerning,
KARMA CHANEL LUTTERIA ANGUIANO, Child, and concerning,
CHRISTINA ASHLEY
CHRISTINA ASHLEY TERRONES, and JULIO CESAR ANGUIANO, Respondents.
TERRONES, and JULIO CESAR ANGUIANO, Respondents.
Kiley Schaumleffel, Esq., Reg. #46107
Attorney for the People 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012
Kiley Schaumleffel, Esq., Reg. #46107
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgement regarding RESPONDENT MOTHER, CHRISTINA ASHLEY TERRONES, is set for February 23, 2026, at the hour of 4:30 p.m., in Division 22, at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the children, dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgement regarding RESPONDENT MOTHER, CHRISTINA ASHLEY TERRONES, is set for February 23, 2026, at the hour of 4:30 p.m., in Division 22, at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the children, dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.
Phone: 303-636-1308
Attorney for the People 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012
Fax: 303-636-1889
Phone: 303-636-1308
Fax: 303-636-1889
Case No: 25JV30206 Division: 22
Case No: 25JV30206 Division: 22
NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY
HEARING AND DEFAULT
NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT CONCERNING RESPONDENT MOTHER, CHRISTINA ASHLEY
JUDGMENT CONCERNING RESPONDENT MOTHER, CHRISTINA ASHLEY
NOTICE TO MOTHER BY PUBLICATION LEGAL NOTICE IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF E.S.
NOTICE TO MOTHER BY PUBLICATION LEGAL NOTICE IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF E.S.
Amanda Brooks, address, place of employment, and contact information unknown. You have been identified as the biological mother of a Caucasion female child, born on December 13, 2020 in Thornton, Adams County, Colorado. The child was conceived on or about March 13, 2020 in Colorado. The child has resided with Brent and Carla M. in Omaha, Sarpy County, Nebraska since 2023 and Brent and Carla M. have filed a Petition for the Adoption of E.S. in the County Court of Sarpy County, Nebraska, filed at docket AD25-66.
Amanda Brooks, address, place of employment, and contact information unknown. You have been identified as the biological mother of a Caucasion female child, born on December 13, 2020 in Thornton, Adams County, Colorado. The child was conceived on or about March 13, 2020 in Colorado. The child has resided with Brent and Carla M. in Omaha, Sarpy County, Nebraska since 2023 and Brent and Carla M. have filed a Petition for the Adoption of E.S. in the County Court of Sarpy County, Nebraska, filed at docket AD25-66.
If you are the biological mother, you have the right to: 1) waive any parental rights you may have; 2) relinquish and consent to adoption; 3) file a Notice of
If you are the biological mother, you have the right to: 1) waive any parental rights you may have; 2) relinquish and consent to adoption; 3) file a Notice of
The Arapahoe County District Court is holding hearings via Cisco WebEx Meetings to allow for audiovisual and/or audio participation. Participants may use any computer, tablet or smart phone equipped with a camera and microphone for audiovisual participation. Parties should use the following link:
The Arapahoe County District Court is holding hearings via Cisco WebEx Meetings to allow for audiovisual and/or audio participation. Participants may use any computer, tablet or smart phone equipped with a camera and microphone for audiovisual participation. Parties should use the following link:
Objection to Adoption and Intent to Obtain Custody pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute section 43-104.02 or; 4) object to the adoption in a proceeding before any Nebraska court which has adjudicated you to be the biological mother of the child prior to your receipt of notice.
Objection to Adoption and Intent to Obtain Custody pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute section 43-104.02 or; 4) object to the adoption in a proceeding before any Nebraska court which has adjudicated you to be the biological mother of the child prior to your receipt of notice.
If you wish to waive your parental rights, relinquish and consent, or receive additional information to determine whether you are the mother of E.S., you must contact the undersigned attorney. If you wish to object to the adoption and seek custody of the child you must seek legal counsel from your own attorney immediately.
If you wish to waive your parental rights, relinquish and consent, or receive additional information to determine whether you are the mother of E.S., you must contact the undersigned attorney. If you wish to object to the adoption and seek custody of the child you must seek legal counsel from your own attorney immediately.
An abandonment hearing has been scheduled for March 17, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Sarpy County Court Courtroom No. 1, 1210 Golden Gate Drive, Papillion, Nebraska.
An abandonment hearing has been scheduled for March 17, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Sarpy County Court Courtroom No. 1, 1210 Golden Gate Drive, Papillion, Nebraska.
By: Michaela Skogerboe, Attorney for Petitioners Brent and Carla M. P.O. Box 460707 Papillion, NE 68046 402-317-0100
By: Michaela Skogerboe, Attorney for Petitioners Brent and Carla M. P.O. Box 460707 Papillion, NE 68046 402-317-0100
Published in The Villager First Publication: January 29, 2026 Last Publication: February 12, 2026 Legal # 5007_Adoption
Published in The Villager First Publication: January 29, 2026 Last Publication: February 12, 2026 Legal # 5007_Adoption
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If you do not have a device that will support a video connection, you may still participate by audio only by calling 720-650-7664.
If you do not have a device that will support a video connection, you may still participate by audio only by calling 720-650-7664.
When prompted enter Access code: 2594 887 9073 then press #, # (no attendee ID is needed).
When prompted enter Access code: 2594 887 9073 then press #, # (no attendee ID is needed).
YOU ARE FURTHER
ANGELES MONTER, AND JAIRO GABRIEL CABALLERO, Respondents.
ANGELES MONTER, AND JAIRO GABRIEL CABALLERO, Respondents.
Sylvia B. Geiger, Reg. #49589
Assistant County Attorney 14980 E. Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012
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CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE
CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE
COMMANDED to appear before the Court at said time and place, either in person, virtually, or by phone. If you elect to appear in person, you must be at the Courthouse half an hour before the hearing is scheduled to begin.
YOU ARE FURTHER COMMANDED to appear before the Court at said time and place, either in person, virtually, or by phone. If you elect to appear in person, you must be at the Courthouse half an hour before the hearing is scheduled to begin.
Dated: January 30, 2026
Dated: January 30, 2026
Kiley Schaumleffel, Esq., Reg. #46107
Assistant County Attorney Attorney for the Petitioner
Kiley Schaumleffel, Esq., Reg. #46107
Assistant County Attorney Attorney for the Petitioner
Published in The Villager
Published: February 12, 2026 Legal # 31252
Published in The Villager
Published: February 12, 2026
Legal # 31252
DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 303-645-6600
DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 303-645-6600
PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO Petitioner,
PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO Petitioner,
In the Interest of:
In the Interest of:
GENESIS ABIGAIL CABALLERO CARRILLO AND ITZEL ANGELES CARRILLO, Children, and concerning,
GENESIS ABIGAIL CABALLERO CARRILLO AND ITZEL ANGELES CARRILLO, Children, and concerning,
ANAHI MERCEDEZ CARRILLO, MARCO ANTONIO ANGELES
ANAHI MERCEDEZ CARRILLO, MARCO ANTONIO ANGELES
Sylvia B. Geiger, Reg. #49589 Assistant County Attorney 14980 E. Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012
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303-636-1883 (F) 303-636-1889
303-636-1883 (F) 303-636-1889
Case No: 25JV157
Division: 34
Case No: 25JV157 Division: 34
NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT
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When prompted enter Access code: 2594 408 0614 then press #, # (no attendee ID is needed).
CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ADOPTION
CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE ORDINANCE 1, SERIES 2026
When prompted enter Access code: 2594 408 0614 then press #, # (no attendee ID is needed).
Dated February 6, 2026.
REGARDING RESPONDENT FATHERS MARCO ANTONIO ANGELES A/K/A MARCO ANTONIO ANGELES MONTER, AND JAIRO GABRIEL CABALLERO
NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT REGARDING RESPONDENT FATHERS MARCO ANTONIO ANGELES A/K/A MARCO ANTONIO ANGELES MONTER, AND JAIRO GABRIEL CABALLERO
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgement regarding RESPONDENT FATHERS MARCO ANTONIO ANGELES
Dated February 6, 2026.
Sylvia B. Geiger, Esq. #49589
AN INDUSTRIAL PRETREATMENT PROGRAM
A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ADDING A NEW ARTICLE II TO CHAPTER 13 OF THE CHERRY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE ENACTING AN INDUSTRIAL PRETREATMENT PROGRAM
Sylvia B. Geiger, Esq. #49589
Assistant County Attorney
Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 E. Alameda Dr. Aurora, Co 80012
Attorney for Petitioner 14980 E. Alameda Dr. Aurora, Co 80012
Published in The Villager
Published: February 12, 2026
Published in The Villager
Copies of the Ordinances are on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours.
Copies of the Ordinances are on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours.
Legal # 31255
Published: February 12, 2026
Legal # 31255
A/K/A MARCO ANTONIO ANGELES MONTER, AND JAIRO GABRIEL CABALLERO is set for March 2, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Division 34 at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgement regarding RESPONDENT FATHERS MARCO ANTONIO ANGELES A/K/A MARCO ANTONIO ANGELES MONTER, AND JAIRO GABRIEL CABALLERO is set for March 2, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Division 34 at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you.
In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner, the People of the State of Colorado, will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.
In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner, the People of the State of Colorado, will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.
Participants may use any computer, tablet or smart phone equipped with a camera and microphone for audiovisual participation. Parties should use the following link: •https://judicial.webex.com/meet/ D18-ARAP-Div34
Participants may use any computer, tablet or smart phone equipped with a camera and microphone for audiovisual participation. Parties should use the following link: •https://judicial.webex.com/meet/ D18-ARAP-Div34
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Published in The Villager Published: February 12, 2026 Legal # 31253
Published in The Villager Published: February 12, 2026 Legal # 31253
CITY OF CHERRY HILLS
CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE AFFIRMATION AND READOPTION OF EMERGENCY ORDINANCE ORDINANCE 7, SERIES 2025
Estate of Margaret N. Klas, Deceased Case No.: 2025PR31246
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Margaret N. Klas, Deceased Case No.: 2025PR31246
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 23, 2026, or said claims may be forever barred.
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 23, 2026, or said claims may be forever barred.
Skipton S. Reynolds, Personal Representative 2 Inverness Drive East, Suite 102 Englewood, Colorado 80112
A BILL FOR AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ESTABLISHING A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON THE ACCEPTANCE AND PROCESSING OF NEW APPLICATIONS SEEKING THE APPROVAL OF A SUBDIVISION AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
Skipton S. Reynolds, Personal Representative 2 Inverness Drive East, Suite 102 Englewood, Colorado 80112
Published in The Villager
Published in The Villager
First Publication: January 29, 2026
Copies of the full text of the Ordinance are on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours.
Last Publication: February 12, 2026
First Publication: January 29, 2026
Legal # 5006_NTC_Klas
Last Publication: February 12, 2026
Legal # 5006_NTC_Klas
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
CASTLEWOOD WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT
2026 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Rehabilitation Project
CASTLEWOOD WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT 2026 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Rehabilitation Project
The Castlewood Water and Sanitation District (the “Owner”) is accepting sealed bids for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Rehabilitation Project (the “Project”). Sealed bids will be received until the hour of 10 A.M. local time on March 3, 2026 by the District Engineer (Merrick & Company), at 8051 E. Maplewood Ave, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. At that time, bids received will be opened.
The Castlewood Water and Sanitation District (the “Owner”) is accepting sealed bids for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Rehabilitation Project (the “Project”). Sealed bids will be received until the hour of 10 A.M. local time on March 3, 2026 by the District Engineer (Merrick & Company), at 8051 E. Maplewood Ave, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. At that time, bids received will be opened.
The Project will include rehabilitation work for existing 8-inch and 33inch sewer pipe including approximately:
Published in The Villager Published: February 12, 2026 Legal # 31254
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the Marvella Metropolitan District, of the Arapahoe County, State of Colorado, will consider amending the district’s 2025 budget at a regular meeting to be held on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the Marvella Metropolitan District, of the Arapahoe County, State of Colorado, will consider amending the district’s 2025 budget at a regular meeting to be held on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
The meeting will be held virtually by Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/ 88273575450?pwd=1RNQam7p8jYBDlnMXmyTiZ24a0Bp0p.1 Meeting ID: 882 7357 5450 Passcode: 069351 One tap mobile +17193594580,,88273575450# US
The meeting will be held virtually by Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/ 88273575450?pwd=1RNQam7p8jYBDlnMXmyTiZ24a0Bp0p.1 Meeting ID: 882 7357 5450 Passcode: 069351 One tap mobile +17193594580,,88273575450# US
This meeting is open to the public. District Website: https://marvellamd. org
1,944 LF of Cured-in-Place-Pipe Structural Fiberglass Liner (8-inch) and 340 LF of Cured-in-Place-Pipe Structural Fiberglass Liner (33-inch) and required Service Sealings
The Project will include rehabilitation work for existing 8-inch and 33inch sewer pipe including approximately: 1,944 LF of Cured-in-Place-Pipe Structural Fiberglass Liner (8-inch) and 340 LF of Cured-in-Place-Pipe Structural Fiberglass Liner (33-inch) and required Service Sealings
The work shall include all bypass pumping, erosion and traffic control and other related improvements and appurtenances. This Project is located within the Castlewood Water and Sanitation District, located within the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado.
The work shall include all bypass pumping, erosion and traffic control and other related improvements and appurtenances. This Project is located within the Castlewood Water and Sanitation District, located within the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado.
Copies of the Bidding Documents may be requested from the Castlewood Water & Sanitation District at the email of the District Engineer, Wade.wheatlake@merrick.com, beginning February 5, 2026. No payment required. Reproductions are prohibited. No pre-bid conference is scheduled; however, interested Bidders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the area where the work will be performed.
Copies of the Bidding Documents may be requested from the Castlewood Water & Sanitation District at the email of the District Engineer, Wade.wheatlake@merrick.com, beginning February 5, 2026. No payment required. Reproductions are prohibited. No pre-bid conference is scheduled; however, interested Bidders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the area where the work will be performed.
Bids may not be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) calendar days after the Bid date and time. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any errors or irregularities, and to require statements or evidence of Bidders’ qualifications including financial statements. The Owner also reserves the right to extend the Bidding period by Addendum if it appears in its interest to do so.
Bids may not be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) calendar days after the Bid date and time. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any errors or irregularities, and to require statements or evidence of Bidders’ qualifications including financial statements. The Owner also reserves the right to extend the Bidding period by Addendum if it appears in its interest to do so.
For further information, please contact Wade Wheatlake at Merrick & Company at 303-7510741.
For further information, please contact Wade Wheatlake at Merrick & Company at 303-7510741.
Published in The Villager
First Publication: February 5, 2026
Published in The Villager
This meeting is open to the public. District Website: https://marvellamd. org
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: MARVELLA METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: MARVELLA METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
By: /s/ COMMUNITY RESOURCE SERVICES OF COLORADO, LLC
By: /s/ COMMUNITY RESOURCE SERVICES OF COLORADO, LLC
Published in The Villager
Published: February 12, 2026 Legal # 31256
Published in The Villager
Published: February 12, 2026 Legal # 31256
NOTICE OF REVISED BUDGET (Pursuant to 29-1-106, C.R.S.)
NOTICE OF REVISED BUDGET (Pursuant to 29-1-106, C.R.S.)
NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed revised budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority (SEMSWA) for the year 2026. A copy of such proposed revised budget has been filed in the office of SEMSWA at 7437 South Fairplay Street, Centennial, Colorado, and is available for public inspection upon email request to semswamain@semswa.org. Such proposed revised budget will be considered at a regular meeting of the Board of Directors of SEMSWA to be held in person at 7437 South Fairplay Street, Centennial, Colorado, and also remotely by electronic means on February 18, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. (MST). Information concerning remote access to the meeting is available upon email request to semswamain@semswa.org or by contacting SEMSWA by telephone at 303-858-8844. Any interested property owner within SEMSWA’s boundaries may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the revised budget.
First Publication: February 5, 2026
Last Publication: February 19, 2026 Legal 31244
Last Publication: February 19, 2026 Legal 31244
NOTICE TO AMEND 2025 BUDGET
MARVELLA METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
NOTICE TO AMEND 2025 BUDGET MARVELLA METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed revised budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority (SEMSWA) for the year 2026. A copy of such proposed revised budget has been filed in the office of SEMSWA at 7437 South Fairplay Street, Centennial, Colorado, and is available for public inspection upon email request to semswamain@semswa.org. Such proposed revised budget will be considered at a regular meeting of the Board of Directors of SEMSWA to be held in person at 7437 South Fairplay Street, Centennial, Colorado, and also remotely by electronic means on February 18, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. (MST). Information concerning remote access to the meeting is available upon email request to semswamain@semswa.org or by contacting SEMSWA by telephone at 303-858-8844. Any interested property owner within SEMSWA’s boundaries may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the revised budget.
Published in The Villager
Published: February 12, 2026
Published in The Villager
Legal # 31257
Published: February 12, 2026 Legal # 31257
ARAPAHOE LIBRARIES
FEBRUARY EVENTS
American Art at 250: Masterworks of a Nation
When: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Where: live on Zoom. Who: adults RSVP: arapahoelibraries.org. Celebrate 250 years of American creativity with a curated look at the masterworks that shaped our cultural identity — from the sweeping landscapes of the Hudson River School to the bold innovations of abstract expressionism. Presented by Jane Oneail, founder of Culturally Curious.
KOELBEL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTHY AGING CONCUSSION RESEARCH SHOWCASE & EXCLUSIVE LAB TOUR
THURS., FEB. 12, 5:30-8:00
p.m. at the Ritchie School of Engineering & Computer Science on the University of. of Denver campus.
Light refreshments & exclusive lab tour. RSVP to Emily Eck at emily. eck@du.edu or call 303-871-4591.
CENTRAL CITY OPERA “OPERA TEASER”
FEB. 12, 5:30 p.m., Wellshire Event Center, 3333 S Colo Blvd., Denver. 5:30 p.m. cocktail reception, 7 p.m. Opera performane. Cocktail attire. Tickets: 303-292-6700 or 303-292-6500.
CENTENNIAL INSTITUTE EVENT
FEB. 24 will host Ayaan Hirsi Ali, who was highlighted in the “Truth Rising” documentary. Ayaan is a Somali-born classical liberal, a free speech advocate and an activist for the rights of women and girls. Ayaan will share her story of growing up as a devout Muslim before fleeing to the Netherlands as an atheist and her ultimate conversion to Christianity. Followed by a moderated conversation. RSVP: 303-963-3157. Event at 877 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood. ENGLEWOOD CHAMBER RIBBON CUTTING
WED., FEB. 25, 3-5 p.m. at Work & Class, 900 E. Hampden Ave., Englewood. Enjoy food, drinks & music. RSVP lindsey@ myenglewoodchamber.org
ARTMA IS CELEBRATING THEIR 25TH ARTMAVERSARY!
SAT., FEB. 28, 6-10 p.m. at Streets of Southglenn. (6707 S Vine St., D, Centennial). This art auction funds childhood cancer research with the Morgan Adams Foundation. Features over 200 works of donated art.
Sponsored by
2ND ANNUAL STYLE FOR SAFETY FASHION SHOW
SAT., FEB. 28, 5-9 p.m. at 8 Cherry Hills Park Dr., Englewood. Benefiting the National Violence Protection Hotline. Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en_US/ ticketing/2ndannual-Style-forsafety-fashionshow.
2026 DENVER REPUBLICAN CAUCUS
TUE., MARCH 3, 7:00 p.m.
(check in 6:30 p.m.) Watch for details on location. Elect precinct leaders, choose delegates, etc.
CENTRAL CITY OPERA’S 13TH ANNUAL THEATRE OF DREAMS GALA
APRIL 10 5:30 p.m. at the Lanny & Sharon Martin Bldg. at the Denver Art Museum - 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver. Celebrating Colorado’s 150th Anniversary, Central City’s 94th Summer Festival and “The Ballad of Baby Doe.” Early bird pricing thru Jan. 15. Attire: Black Tie- Dress in your finest gold & silver as a tribute to the precious metals that defined Colorado’s Gilded age. RSVP.
COLORADO BALLET ONE GALA
THURS., APRIL 16, Denver
Center Performing Arts Complex. Jill Anschutz, chair. 5:00 p.m. cocktail reception - Ellie Caulkins Opera House; 7:00 p.m. dinner, honoring Artistic Director Gil Bogg’s for 20-year anniversary with Colorado Ballet in Seawell Ballroom. 9:00 p.m. performances in Opera House; 10:00 p.m. Dessert, music & dancing.
CENTENNIAL FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
MAY 30-31 at the Streets at SouthGlenn. Featuring awardwinning regional & national artists. Sponsored by the Centennial Arts & Cultural Foundation. Deadline to submit art is Feb. 28. https://artist. callforentry.org/festivals
CLUB NEWS
OPTIMIST CLUB OF MONACO SOUTH
FRIDAYS from 7-8 a.m. for the pasts 49 years. American Legion Hall, Yale & I-25. Call Frank 303759-9232 for a free breakfast. Have fun meeting new friends and an opportunity to give back to the community.
DENVER LIONS CLUB
MEETINGS
Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 12 noon at the American Legion Hall, I-25 & Yale. Interested in joining? Call Bob, 720-313-9741.
ENGLEWOOD LIONS
CLUB MEETINGS
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looking your best!
What’s Happening is sponsored by THE EYEWEAR COLLECTION. Eye exams, chic & designer custom-fit eyeglasses and sunglasses. Located in the ❤ of GREENWOOD VILLAGE. Insurance accepted. Cherry Hills marketplace • www.eyewearcollection.com • (303) 228-5485
Meets 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 a.m. At Mango Tree Coffee, 3498 S. Broadway,Englewood. Info: Gail 720-377-7682.
WHAT’S NEW?
DENVER BALLET
GUILD LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
FEB. 27-MARCH 1 Needed for the 2026 Young Dancers Competition. Register: Access the 2026 YDC Volunteers
NATIONAL
WESTERN STOCK SHOW
At the National Western Stock Show The Grand Champion Market Steer “Boots” sold for $320,000. Buyers were Bank of Colorado and CEO of the National Western, Wes Allison. Reserve Grand Champion Steer sold for $125,000 to Ames Const. Co.; Grand Champion Hog sold for $85,000 to OXY. Reserve Grand Champion Hog sold for $120,000 to Transwest Trucks, Inc. Grand Champion Lamb sold for $55,000 to TRM Foundation, Audra & Sean McNicholas.
BECOME A CONTESTANT IN THE 2026 MS. COLORADO SENIOR AMERICA PAGEANT
If you are 60 or older - you qualify as a contestant for the pageant in April 25, 2026. This is not a beauty contest; contestants will compete in a private interview, evening gown, philosophy of life, and talent. The winner will appear at community events, parades and represent Colorado at the national pageant in Atlantic City. Every contestant becomes part of the Colorado Cameo Club, joining an incredible sisterhood that performs throughout the community. Contact Pageant Administrator Rene’ Green at 720-384-6249 or renemcsap@gmail.com www. coloscramerica.com
“BLACK BASEBALL’S HEYDAY” Capturing an Era in Art and Words, Written by Villager author Denny Dressman and Art by Anthony High. Pre-Order Now! https://www.mcfarlandbooks. com/product/Black-BaseballsHeyday/
COLORADO DEMOCRATS TO HOLD 2026 STATE ASSEMBLY IN PUEBLO MARCH 28, 2026 at the Memorial Hall.
RENEW YOUR VEHICLE REGISTRATION
Renewal kiosks are fast, easy and issue you tags on the spot? Go to COMVExpress.com to find a location near you.
BUSINESS NEWS
COLORADO BUSINESS HALL OF FAME
THURS., FEB. 5 “Igniting the Future.” Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center. 2026 Laureates: The Appel family, Buz Koelbel, Chuck Morris, Blair Richardson,George Solich, Tweet Kimball. RSVP. Coloradobusinesshalloffame.org
SOUTH METRO CHAMBER BUSINESS IN FULL BLOOM ANNUAL BUSINESS AWARDS SHOW
APRIL 24, 6-10 p.m.
Nominations open! Nomination close after Feb. 27. Reservations 303-795-0142.
JOSHUA TREE EXPERTS - CERTIFIED ARBORISTS
Schedule a Winter Arborist Inspection to develop a tree care plan for the winter time.303-2298777. www.joshuatreeexperts. com/denver-south-co
ROGERS & SONS INC. - ELEVATED CLIMATE CONTROL
Curated Cooling & A/C Services; Radiant Heating & Snow Melt Integration; Whole-Home Humidification and more. Private Consultations: 720-408-7411. https://rogershvac.com
CARLA’S A CLASSIC DESIGN
From unique gifts to festive decor. Shop small and local at The Streets at Southglenn, 6851 S. Gaylord St., Centennial. 303-683-0372
EDIE MARKS/ KENTWOOD REAL ESTATE
Call Edie for for Real Estate Needs. At the top her profession since 1977. 303-905-0744. GE TREE SERVICE
Trusted & Reliable for 20 years. A Certified Arborist, Licensed & Insured, Family Owned & Operated. Free estimates. Call 303-500-2017. www.coloradotreeremoval.com
