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The Silent Love Killer In the early stages of love, couples often enjoy the warmth of affection, engage in deep conversations, and share their vulnerabilities. However, over time, unresolved conflicts and poor communication habits can weaken the emotional bond. One of the most damaging of these habits is passive-aggressive behavior, a subtle yet destructive force that undermines trust and intimacy. Passive-aggressive behavior involves subtly expressing negative feelings instead of directly confronting them. It can show up as sarcasm, the “silent treatment,” subtle digs, procrastination, or “forgetting” important things as a form of retaliation. While it might seem like a safer choice than direct confrontation, it ultimately creates resentment, confusion, and emotional distance. To illustrate this behavior, think of Sarah and Jake, who have been married for five years. Sarah often felt like Jake wasn’t contributing enough around the house. Instead of directly confronting him, she would sigh loudly while doing chores and make sarcastic comments like, “Wow, it’s so nice to be everyone’s maid,” or “I guess the trash takes itself out now.” Jake, unsure of what he had done wrong, would either fall silent or stay late at work to avoid the tension at home. This unspoken tension grew. When Sarah’s birthday arrived and Jake gave her a last-minute gift card, she smiled through clenched teeth and said, “Thanks, I can see how much thought you put into this.” Instead of addressing her disappointment, she used politeness as a weapon, another classic passive-aggressive move. The pattern became toxic: both felt unappreciated, unheard, and unloved. The challenge with passive-aggressive behavior is that it creates a situation where the words and actions don’t match. One partner says, “I’m fine,” while slamming cabinet doors or withholding affection. The other partner feels emotionally manipulated or gaslit, unsure whether to believe the words or the behavior. This misalignment leads to distrust and emotional withdrawal, key ingredients in the breakdown of intimacy. Unlike healthy conflict resolution, where concerns are voiced with respect and clarity, passive-aggressive behavior avoids resolution altogether. It pushes issues under the rug, allowing anger to fester and intimacy to rot. It’s a slow poison, damaging a relationship not through explosions of rage,

but through a steady drip of disappointment and disconnection. To break free from this cycle, both partners must commit to honest, direct communication. That involves clearly expressing feelings, such as “I feel overwhelmed when I do most of the housework alone,” and asking for what you need, like “Can we split the chores differently?” Emotional maturity and vulnerability are essential for maintaining love. Healthy people ask for what they need. I have said this repeatedly in my marriage and in my classes. The other day, my husband told me that there must be something else that was causing me to get

so angry. I looked in his eyes and said, “Darling, have you ever known me to withhold the reasons for my anger?” He laughed out loud, saying, “Nope.” To keep the air free from toxicity, express what you need, what you expect, and how you feel disappointed. Don’t make your partner guess or be a mind reader. Remember, Intimacy thrives in environments where trust and openness prevail. It dies in the shadows of unspoken anger and masked resentment. Ultimately, relationships are not destroyed by what is said, but by what is left unsaid and unresolved. If love is a garden, passive-aggressiveness is the silent frost that kills it from the roots up. Don’t let it steal your connection with your important relationships. Speak up, listen well, and fight for the love you both deserve. joneen@ narme.org

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St. Patrick Day has become a national celebration honoring an Irish Saint. The story goes that he chased the snakes out of Ireland. He was supposedly captured by the Romans and taken to Rome. But, somehow he survived, and made it back to the old sod and the history books. The Irish played a huge role in Colorado because they were the primary working-class when railroads, mining, and agriculture emerged in the new Colorado territory. The gold rush began in Central City in 1859 at Gregory Gulch. 20,000 miners rushed to Colorado and then to Cripple Creek and Leadville. Millions of Irish, who could afford a few pounds, fled the widespread Irish starvation that was occurring in the 1840s, 50s and 60s. The proud British empire

owned most of the land in Ireland and poverty was widespread with famine. There was no love lost with the English landlords and there were religious issues as well, Ireland being a widespread Catholic country. The story goes that when the Spanish Armada attempted to attack England their ships were sunk, and potatoes washed up on the empire shores. These potatoes eventually helped ease the starvation in Ireland. A large work force of Irish, largely men, arrived in America. Many were enlisted off the boats to fight for the Northern army in the 1860s. Thousands of Irish died in the civil war. The rest spread out across the new land and there were so many Irish seeking work in Boston they put signs in the windows NINA, meaning “No Irish Need Apply.” The

Irish were the vast minority and the work force for the new land, welcome or not. My own grandfather, Patrick Sweeney, was one of those young men who arrived at New York Harbor in 1865 at the age of 19. He won five pounds in a plowboy contest in County Cork, Ireland and left his four brothers and parents to sail to America, never to return to Ireland. A plowboy was judged on how deep and close the furrows were with a plow pulled by a horse. Because of his ability with horses, he worked his way west driving teams of horses to construct the railroads. My daughter Susan and husband Mike, purchased a sculpture called “The Plough Boy” in Vail by the popular late artist, Walt Horton, not knowing our early history at the time. Because so many Irish arrived in America with the opening of the West, they

became homesteaders, miners, and common laborers. There is a story about John Mullen who arrived in Denver penniless and applied at a flour mill for employment and was told, “No job.” He said he would work for free, so they put him to work and years later he owned the Hungarian Flour Mill and made a fortune. He left his mark in Denver as a great philanthropist with the Mullen name revered in Colorado history. There are many famous and well-known Irish men and women in Colorado history and an estimated 300,000 people of Irish ancestry in the state. Ireland is a beautiful country with deep green rolling hills. Home to many high-tech firms and famous for lamb stews and puddings. They say the Irish would rule the world if it wasn’t for whiskey.

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Oliver’s Italian debuts Artisan Charcuterie Program, bringing the Spirit of La Dolce Vita to Greenwood Village Shucking Good Hospitality’s Italian Flagship Adds a Curated Selection of Meats, Cheeses, and Coastal Oysters Oliver’s Italian, the elevated Italian-American dining destination from Shucking Good Hospitality (SGH), has launched a new artisan charcuterie program designed for sharing around the table. Available now at the Greenwood Village restaurant, Oliver’s Charcuterie Board invites guests to mix and match from a hand-selected roster of imported meats, rare cheeses, and fresh oysters, all curated to reflect the restaurant’s East Coast Italian identity. The program features six distinctive meats, including Finocchiona, Soppressata Calabrese, spreadable ‘Nduja, 24-Month Prosciutto di Parma, marbled Coppa, and silky Liver Pâté. Cheese selections, including Robiola, Gorgonzola Dolce, Pecorino Toscano, 24-Month Parmigiano Reggiano, and La Tur, round out the board with a range of textures and intensities, from creamy and tangy to firm and umami-rich. The board is entirely customizable, with selections priced at $8 each or three for $23. “The charcuterie program is really an extension of how we think about hospitality. It’s meant for slowing down, sharing something thoughtfully curated, and staying a while longer,” said Sean Huggard, Founder & President of Shucking Good Hospitality. “We’re bringing in high-quality, imported products that are hard to find in Denver and presenting them in a way that’s meant to be enjoyed together.” The charcuterie program also nods to SGH’s dock-to-dish roots with a raw bar component. Oysters and clams sourced directly from Blue Island Oysters, SGH’s own Long Island, NY farm supplying fresh seafood daily to all restaurants, anchor the selection alongside offerings from Prince Edward Island, the Chesapeake Bay, and South Puget Sound. Current selections include La Dolce Vita Oysters and Littleneck Clams from Blue Island, and Pink Moon, Blue Pearl, and Calm Cove oysters, available at 6 for $24 or 12 for $48. Boards can be further customized with accoutrements, including artisan bread, marinated olives, fig jam, Marcona almonds, and truffle honey, each offered a la carte so guests can build their own experience. This launch adds another dimension to Oliver’s Italian’s already robust menu, which spans pastas, Roman-style Pinsa (pizza), a signature Negroni program, an extensive wine list, and an all-day approach to dining that stretches from an Italian-inspired brunch through late-night digestivos. Oliver’s Charcuterie is available during all service hours. For more information and to view the whole menu, visit oliversitalian.com

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Cherry Hills Village Physician Named to EPA Scientific Advisory Committee

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Local retina surgeon to advise EPA on national air quality standards Dr. Brian C. Joondeph, a Cherry Hills Village physician and retina surgeon, has been appointed to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee (CASAC), a federal panel that provides independent scientific advice on national air quality standards. The appointment was announced March 9 by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin as part of the agency’s selection of a new panel of experts who will advise the EPA on the scientific and technical basis for federal air quality regulations. CASAC includes experts from a range of scientific disciplines, including medicine and public health, reflecting the committee’s role in evaluating how air quality standards affect human health. “I am honored and humbled to be selected and grateful for the opportunity to serve,” Joondeph said. “Giving back through service—whether in medicine, church mission work, or public policy—has always been important to me.” Joondeph completed his training as a retina surgeon in 1990 and has worked in both academic medicine and private practice. He graduated from Cornell University and Northwestern University Medical School, completed his ophthalmology residency at the Illinois Eye and Ear

Infirmary, and pursued a retina fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He moved to the Denver area in 2003 after serving in an academic ophthalmology position in Auckland, New Zealand. Joondeph is now a partner in a national retina specialty practice based in the Denver area. In addition to his clinical work, Joondeph has authored more than 95 scientific publications and has written extensively on medical and public policy topics in national publications. He has also served as an investigator in multiple clinical trials and holds a master’s degree in healthcare leadership from the University of Denver. The Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee was established under the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1977 to provide independent expert advice to the EPA Administrator on the scientific basis for national air quality standards.

Close to 13,000 Coloradans turn out for 2026 Democratic caucuses, nearly doubling turnout from recent caucuses Approximately 13,000 Coloradans participated in Democratic precinct caucuses across the state last week, nearly doubling participation compared to recent election cycles and demonstrating strong grassroots engagement as the party builds momentum toward its State Assembly in Pueblo on March 28. The turnout represents a significant increase from recent caucus cycles, when approximately 6,390 Democrats participated in 2022 and 6,799 participated in 2024. These results are preliminary, with some counties still finalizing their totals. Precinct caucuses are the first step in the Democratic Party’s candidate nominating process. At caucuses, local

Democrats meet in their communities to elect precinct organizers and delegates who will represent their neighborhoods at county assemblies and help determine which candidates advance toward the primary ballot. The infrastructure of the Party is built at caucuses in even years and at reorganizations in odd years. “Thousands of Coloradans showed up to caucus because they believe in grassroots democracy and building a stronger Colorado,” said Colorado Democratic Party Chair Shad Murib. “That energy is carrying forward into county assemblies across the state and will be on full display when

Democrats from every corner of Colorado gather in Pueblo later this month.” County assemblies will take place across Colorado through March 14, where delegates elected at caucus will vote on candidates and select delegates to represent their communities at the next stage of the nominating process. Colorado Democrats will gather in Pueblo on March 28 for the State Assembly, where delegates from across the state will vote to advance candidates to the Democratic primary ballot and continue organizing for the 2026 election. Through the caucus and assembly process, Democrats also help shape and approve the party platform, which outlines the values and priorities the party fights for.

and empowered to do meaningful work. This award is based on extensive employee feedback and rigorous performance benchmarks. Centennial once again exceeded Gallup’s high standards, reflecting a workplace culture rooted in trust, accountability and shared purpose. “Earning this recognition for the ninth consecutive year, as we celebrate 25 years as a City, is especially mean-

ingful,” said City Manager Matt Sturgeon. “From our founding, Centennial has been built on the belief that local government works best when people feel connected to purpose and empowered to serve. This award reflects the dedication of our employees, who bring innovation, accountability and heart to their work every day. As we look ahead to the next 25 years, we remain committed to cultivating a workplace where

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City of Centennial Wins 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the Ninth Consecutive Year Continuing Legacy of Employee Engagement and Service Excellence The City of Centennial has been named a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winner for employee engagement, marking the ninth consecutive year the City has earned this prestigious recognition. As Centennial celebrates its 25-Year Anniversary in 2026, the award underscores a legacy

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9-time Colorado Press Association award winner Former Greenwood Village City Council Member GV resident since 1992 Mother of five graduates of Cherry Creek High School and college FMiklin.Villager@gmail.com

After second tragedy in two years in one family, Greenwood Village and Cherry Hills Village pledge to work together to make the Belleview & Franklin intersection safer, but no one knows when it will happen It is an understatement to say that the news about Gerry Goldberg losing his life in a car accident on March 2, in the same intersection where his wife Andie was hit and killed, less than two years earlier, has gone viral. The Villager first published the story online on March 3. By March 4, virtually every news station across the state had reported it, and by March 5, it had spread across the country. Local news stations told the story of the Goldbergs losing their lives in accidents at the same corner two years apart in New York, Omaha, Los Angeles, San Diego, New Orleans, Louisville, Shreveport, Jackson, Green Bay, Anchorage, Baton Rouge, Birmingham, Tyler, TX and Albany, GA, along with others. It also appeared in the news feeds of AOL.com and People Magazine. For those who follow social media, this story has gotten 1,851 likes and drawn 114 comments on the Instagram of Infofrom denver.com. Here’s a sample of the comments: “How many deaths does it take to put in a light?” “Heartbreaking. Put a freaking light up there.” “Our communities are devasted and desperate to make this intersection safe. Our city councils need to act now.” “So sad and such a waste of a life…it’s likely to keep happening. We pay for infrastructure that’s supposed to benefit us not put us in harm’s way…this is very negligent of the city, it seems…and such an easy fix.” But none of that is important to the friends and neighbors of the Goldbergs, who this week placed a memorial with a large photo of them, and in front of it, containers of colorful, cut flowers, at the corner of Belleview Avenue and Franklin Street, where Gerry and Andie both took their last breaths. They want to know when the cities of Cherry Hills Village and Greenwood Village are going to do something to make the intersection safer. Korean War veteran Bernie Rogoff, 95, who has long been active in state and local politics, lives in GV near Belleview and Franklin. He tried, without success, to get a traffic light put in 10 years ago. At that time, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) concluded it wasn’t warranted. Bernie reached out to The Villager to say, regarding the CHV and GV City Councils, “Those people have blood on their hands. Now a husband and wife have both died at that intersection. They’ve pushed this aside. Since I first brought CDOT into

This memorial was placed at the northwest corner of Belleview Avenue and Franklin Street in Cherry Hills Village by friends and neighbors of Gerry & Andie Goldberg, of blessed memory. Photo by Freda Miklin

“How many deaths does it take to put in a light?” “Heartbreaking. Put a freaking light up there.” “Our communities are devasted and desperate to make this intersection safe. Our city councils need to act now.” “So sad and such a waste of a life… it’s likely to keep happening. We pay for infrastructure that’s supposed to benefit us not put us in harm’s way… this is very negligent of the city, it seems… and such an easy fix.” – Reactions posted on social media after March 2 accident that took the life of Gerry Goldberg this 10 years ago, the elected officials did not act on what is an obvious need, 10 years ago and ever since. They caused the death of a husband and a wife. I don’t know if it’s GV or CHV that is holding this up, but any elected official from either city who is responsible for not moving forward to put this signal in immediately has perpetrated the death of a husband and a wife and the voting public needs to hold them accountable. Times change. Whatever we have settled for over the years isn’t good enough anymore. Unless the mayors and councils of both cities clearly say they are ready to put this signal in, they have failed to appropriately exercise the power that was given to them by the voters and it should be taken away in the next election, or sooner.”

This issue was first raised publicly three months after Andie Goldberg was killed crossing Belleview Avenue at Franklin Street to get home after going on a run in Cherry Hills Village. As she crossed the street, a car pulled into the intersection, anxious to make a left turn because the traffic had finally cleared. The driver didn’t see Andie in time to avoid hitting her. Neighbors and friends of Andie’s came to the GV City Council meeting on August 5, 2024. Several of them testified about what had happened and asked the council to make the intersection safer by placing a traffic signal there, before tragedy struck again. Gerry Goldberg was present at the city council meeting that evening, but he did not testify. Soon after, GV staff began to

gather data, including planning and conducting a warrant study at that intersection. After reviewing the data assembled by GV, CDOT agreed that a traffic light was warranted and GV prepared a very preliminary design, for discussion purposes. Belleview is the dividing line between Cherry Hills Village and Greenwood Village for several miles in that area, so the installation of a new traffic signal at Belleview and Franklin requires the two cities to agree to it and share the cost. During 2025, residents of GV and CHV appeared at multiple city council meetings in both cities to speak for and against getting a traffic signal there. More residents spoke in favor of it than against it but proponents and opponents of the light all spoke

with strong conviction. Those who were opposed were primarily CHV residents and mostly testified to the CHV council. The Villager reported on the ongoing testimony to both city councils on this issue in five separate articles between September 25 and December 11, 2025. (If you want to know all the dates, email or text this reporter). Early in December 2025, a group led by Gerry Goldberg and former GV City Council Member Jerry Presley presented petitions to both GV and CHV City Councils with over 400 verified signatures from people who believed a traffic light at that intersection was needed for residents’ safety. No action was taken, nor was the topic discussed at any public city council meeting or study session of either city during the next

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the very tragic accident on March “In light of the very tragic “Those people have blood on 2, council directed staff to move with the warrant study” accident on March 2, council forward their hands. Now a husband without further discussion. Brown shared that directed staff to move forward theMayor and wife have both died at that CHV council believed that a warrant study was indicated with the warrant study...I cannot new intersection. They’ve pushed because: previous warrant study say specifically whether we will • “The this aside...Times change. was conducted a long time ago and both GV and CHV work together on the warrant Whatever we have settled for Public Works departments indicated that CDOT would study at this time; our staffs over the years isn’t good enough require a more recent study before moving forward; have not had an opportunity anymore. Unless the mayors • Several people testified at to meet about that yet. But I and councils of both cities meetings that they were told to drive through the interknow that both CHV and GV clearly say they are ready to put section on the dates of the study to increase the traffic regard each other as neighbors this signal in, they have failed counts. Since the volume warrant was only met by a and partners and want to to appropriately exercise the few cars, that called the validthat study into question; collaborate when the interests • ityTheofsecond power that was given to them fatal accident at that intersection may change of our residents are aligned.” by the voters and it should be the warrant data.” CHV Council had also de– Cherry Hills Village Mayor taken away in the next election, cided, the mayor told us, that it would not discuss the topic at its Katy Brown or sooner.” March 17 meeting, as previously planned. – Bernie Rogoff, 95, Korean War three months after the petitions CHV Mayor Katy Brown told To the question of how GV were submitted to them. Then the us that CHV had decided, prior and CHV planned to work toveteran and GV resident gether to increase safety at the unthinkable happened. On March 2, Gerry Goldberg lost his life in a traffic accident at that same corner that had claimed the life of his beloved Andie. In response to the public outcry that has ensued since, The Villager asked leaders of both cities what they plan to do now.

to March 2, to discuss the possibility of conducting an updated warrant study at their March 17 meeting, because, she explained, “Our Council felt that we had heard from enough people, on both sides of the issue, that the issue warranted consideration.” However, she told us, “In light of

“The two cities are working closely together. Greenwood Village and Cherry Hills Village staff members, including the city managers, directors of public works, and police chiefs are meeting to develop options…including options to solve traffic issues (such as) cutthrough traffic.” – Greenwood Village Mayor George Lantz

intersection, Mayor Brown told The Villager that the CHV City Council “directed our staff to work with GV in areas of overlap,” adding, “CHV is going to proceed in a manner that we believe is the best for our residents and we expect GV will do the same.” We asked whether the two cities will work on a new warrant study together. The CHV mayor told us, “I cannot say specifically whether we will work together on the warrant study at this time; our staffs have not had an opportunity to meet about that yet. But I know that both CHV and GV regard each other as neighbors and partners and want to collaborate when the interests of our residents are aligned.” GV Mayor George Lantz told The Villager, “Cherry Hills Village has chosen to do their own warrant study; this is similar to the original warrant study that was commissioned and paid for by Greenwood Village. As with the previous study, the study’s results will be shared by both communities.” He continued, “The new

study’s results should accurately reflect the intersection’s traffic. These results, including the current accident information, will be analyzed by CDOT to determine if the intersection meets the required warrant.” Mayor Lantz went on, “The two cities are working closely together. Greenwood Village and Cherry Hills Village staff members, including the city managers, directors of public works, and police chiefs are meeting to develop options…including options to solve traffic issues (such as) cut-through traffic.” Many area residents who told their city councils that they are not in favor of a traffic light noted concerns about increased cut-through traffic. That term describes a situation where drivers use less-traveled public streets in residential neighborhoods to avoid arterial streets that are busy or backed up. It is entirely legal but often unwelcome by residents who place a premium on living on a less-traveled residential street. Mayor Lantz also pointed out

that if the new study performed by CHV results in CDOT determining a traffic signal is warranted, the GV City Council will decide whether to include (its half of) the cost as a potential capital improvement project. Then, “Like other capital improvement projects, the public is invited to comment and testify as appropriate. This process leads to a staff presentation and a city council vote to fund the project or not as part of the budget process.” A similar process would likely be followed in CHV. Although cities often pass mid-year budget amendments to fund projects they deem timesensitive, and this project may well meet that definition, if this process follows the normal timetable, funds to produce a formal design for a traffic signal would likely be budgeted by GV and CHV in 2027, with construction to follow in 2027 or 2028. Other steps that the cities agree will increase safety, which do not involve construction, could be implemented as soon as they are identified.

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a pilot for a major U.S. airline. The candidate says, “I’ve spent my entire life keeping people safe. But nothing hits closer to home than seeing our Arapahoe County families, small businesses, and neighborhoods struggle with crime, homelessness, and rising costs. I’m willing to hang up my wings because this community deserves a leader who is willing to put service before self.” If elected Sheriff, Edling pledges to focus on:

• Ensuring Arapahoe County Sheriff deputies have the tools, training, and support needed to reverse rising crime trends—without raising taxes. • Protect schools and neighborhoods with proactive, community-first policing. • Cut bureaucratic waste so every tax dollar goes toward real results, not red tape. • Partner with other local law enforcement agencies to address critical issues. • Deliver honest, no-nonsense

ting the community first. The Democratic and Republican primaries are June 30. As of now, neither Brown nor Edling have any challengers from their party for the nomination who have filed reports on the statewide campaign finance website. According to that site, both candidates last filed financial reports as of October 27, 2025 and have less than $3,300 in their campaign accounts. It is very early.

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Why would Mr. Big Shot try this, as feds allege? Why? That’s my reaction to federal allegations that Chauncey Billups participated in rigged highstakes poker games. Why would Denver’s most decorated homegrown basketball star—one who topped $100 million in pro career earnings—involve himself in a scheme operated by some of the biggest crime families in America? Why would the federal government arrest him and accuse him as they have unless they have the goods? Billups played 17 seasons in the National Basketball Association, for seven teams, including Detroit and the Nuggets twice each. Drafted third overall by the Boston Celtics in 1997, he has played on an NBA champion—Detroit in 2004, when he was named the Finals most valuable player and earned the nickname “Mr. Big Shot” for his clutch play—scored 15,802 points in his illustrious career, and is in the Basketball Hall of Fame. At George Washington High School, he was a four-time firstteam all-state player and three-time Colorado Mr. Basketball. He chose the University of Colorado over storied Kansas and several other Division One programs, and in his second and final

season in Boulder led the Buffs to their first NCAA Tournament appearance in 28 years. They upset Indiana, 8062, with Billups scoring 24 points in 32 minutes, before losing to North Carolina. He’s had not one, but two uniform numbers retired at two levels, No. 4 at CU and No. 1 in Detroit. His net worth is estimated be at least $35 million and likely is more, including an opulent 15,000-square-foot residence in Greenwood Village which he used as collateral for his $5 million bail in the pending federal case. He was among 30 former pro athletes and nefarious associates of the Lucchese, Gambino, Genovese and Bonanno mob families arrested last October. He has been charged with money laundering and wire fraud. Investigators claim the group organized rigged high-stakes poker games in Las Vegas, Miami and New York locations, enticing victims with the prospect of playing alongside former elite athletes, such as Billups. They allege that the games were rigged using hidden technology, such as contact lenses and glasses designed to read marked cards, altered shuffling machines and an X-ray table. (One of those indicted was a

central figure in the earlier gambling scandal that resulted in former University of Denver and Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter, brother of former Nugget Michael Porter Jr., being barred for life from the NBA in 2004.) A second, 23-page indictment refers to a party whose anonymous description seems to refer to Billups, accusing him of feeding gamblers inside information about a Portland Trailblazers game on which an informed bettor, allegedly relying on that information, won a $100,000 wager. “Let’s not mince words,” FBI Director Kash Patel said last October when the charges were announced, “this is the insider trading saga of the NBA. That’s what this is.” Billups and all other defendants in the government’s case appeared before federal judge Ramon Reyes in a Brooklyn federal court last week to learn that the judge was setting a November 2 trial date. Prosecutors told the court they were anticipating extending plea offers to 12 defendants and were negotiating possible deals with nine others. But they did not name any. In the meantime, Billups is free on that $5 million bond, though his travel is limited to Colorado, California, Maryland, Minnesota, Oregon, New York City and Washington, DC. Head coach of the Portland Trailblazers since 2021, he’s been suspended without pay by the NBA since charges were filed. So, I ask again, why? Why would someone with a net worth in the millions and an NBA coaching gig that pays additional

millions yearly, be attracted to a rigged card game as the “celebrity” whose role was to attract high-rollers to the game? Do the competitive juices continue flowing in elite athletes after retirement to such an extent that they can’t resist new challenges? Is no amount of money irresistible, regardless of how it’s gained and how much you already have? Or is it a horrible mistake? Longtime NBA player and coach Tyronn Lue, who is Billups’ closest friend, finds it unbelievable. “It’s hard to process,” Lue has told ESPN. “I believe in Chauncey’s character. I know who he is as a person. I’ve been with him since I was 17 years old.” Larry Brown, who preceded Doug Moe as head coach of the Nuggets (when Billups was an infant) and later coached Billups in Detroit, including that NBA championship, also is vocally in his former star’s corner. “He would be one of the last people I would think about involving himself with bad people,” Brown has said. “If you talked to anybody that was involved with Chauncey, that spent time with him and knew him, knew his kids, I think they’d say the same thing.” Billups has pled not guilty and hasn’t been convicted of anything yet. The feds could be making a huge mistake, yet the evidence they’ve presented to support a 22page indictment looks compelling. In a brief submitted at the most recent hearing before judge Reyes, prosecutors said their evidence—to mention only some—includes

more than 100,000 pages of financial records, and telephone records, more than 800 pages of photographs, and body-worn camera footage. They refer to Billups as “a member of the cheating team” and produced text messages involving Billups that discussed intentionally losing occasionally to avoid suspicion of cheating. Prosecutors contend that Billups knew the signals the “cheating team” used to cheat and followed them. Billups’ attorney, Chris Heywood, has defiantly challenged the government’s allegations. “Anyone who knows Chauncey Billups knows he is a man of integrity,” he said in a statement to ESPN. “Men of integrity do not cheat and defraud others. “To believe that Chauncey Billups did what the federal government is accusing him of is to believe that he would risk his Hallof-Fame legacy, his reputation and his freedom. “He would not jeopardize those things for anything, let alone a card game.” And, in fact, there does not appear to be a smoking gun with Billups’ name literally on it among the thousands of text messages the government has amassed in support of its charges. All the more reason that, until Billups’ fate is resolved, the question remains—larger than ever: Why? ________________ Denny Dressman writes a weekly sports column for The Villager. You can write to Denny at dennydressman@comcast.net.

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Expansion adds 30 new private offices at 5680 Greenwood Plaza Blvd. as coworking demand continues to rise nationally Clubhouse Work & Golf, a first-of-its-kind coworking community built around an indoor golf club, has signed a lease amendment to expand its existing location at the Triad building in the Denver Tech Center. The expansion will add 30 new private offices at 5680 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., with the additional space expected to open Fall 2026. The Greenwood Village location launched as the company’s first workspace and reached full office capacity in just over a year. The expan-

sion will add offices on the 4th floor of the Triad building and include 2 additional Trackman iO simulators, 2 conference rooms, and front range mountain views, increasing capacity for professionals and growing teams seeking flexible workspace in the Denver Tech Center. “The speed at which our first location filled up showed us there’s real demand for a workspace that combines flexibility with a professional community connected by a shared passion for golf,” said Josh Kaplan, Founder of Clubhouse Work & Golf. “Adding additional offices allows us to support more teams while continuing to evolve the model based on how our members actually use the space.” The expansion comes as

coworking continues to gain momentum across the United States. According to data from Yardi, coworking space nationwide now totals more than 158 million square feet across nearly 8,800 locations, up from 115 million square feet across about 5,800 locations just three years ago. Independent operators have driven much of that growth, with single-site coworking locations increasing 66% in the past three years to more than 3,500 locations. Clubhouse was designed as a professional office environment first, with golf integrated into the membership experience as a tool for networking and client engagement. The concept centers on private offices and long-term memberships, with shared amenities that support collaboration and community among members.

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• Our skin is the largest organ in our body • UV radiation which is a class I carcinogen - in other words, causes cancer. Due to our elevation - we get about 15% more UV than at sea level • Luckily, exposure to sun does not always equate to skin cancer but it can lead to pigmentation changes, skin thinning and accelerated skin aging How to prepare for a dermatology visit Going to the doctor is never fun but it does not have to be anxiety-provoking. A dermatology visit should be thorough and not-rushed. You want to come prepared with questions so when you leave, all of your concerns

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Yountville: Napa Valley’s Perfect Long-Weekend Escape California’s Napa Valley needs little introduction. Its vineyards, sunshine, and world-class cuisine have made it one of America’s most famous food and wine destinations. Ellen had visited before, but I had not, so a spring getaway to Napa felt like a natural choice. We flew from Denver to Sacramento, rented a car, and drove west through rolling countryside to Yountville, a small town in the heart of Napa Valley. With its tree-lined streets, manicured gardens, and relaxed pace, Yountville proved to be an ideal home base for a long weekend. We stayed at The Estate Yountville, a beautiful property within easy walking distance of restaurants and tasting rooms. Mornings began

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with a generous breakfast— just what we needed before heading out for winery visits—and afternoons often ended poolside, soaking up the sun and unwinding after a few hours of wine tasting. Yountville spans just over one and a half square miles and is home to about 3,000 residents. What it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in charm. The town is compact, walkable, and unapologetically food-focused, making it ideal for a relaxed and indulgent visit. Choosing wineries in Napa can be overwhelming unless you plan to stay for weeks. We limited ourselves to two: Dakota Shy Winery and Del Dotto Winery. The experiences were quite different— one intimate and understated, the other bold and theatrical—but both

Dear Readers,

What are an Agent’s duties under a Power of Attorney? (Part 1 of 2)

The meaning of the authority granted to an agent is defined in the Uniform Power of Attorney Act, under Colorado Revised Statutes, Section 15-14-714. Under Colorado law, when you accept the authority granted under a Power of Attorney, a special legal relationship is created between you and the Principal. This relationship imposes legal duties on the agent that continue until the agent resigns, or the Power of Attorney is terminated or revoked. The Agent’s duties include the following requirements: • To do what the agent knows the Principal reasonably expects the agent to do with the Principal’s property or, if the agent does not know the Principal’s expectations, to act in the Principal’s best interest; • To act in good faith; • To do nothing beyond the authority granted in the Power of Attorney; and • To disclose the agent’s identity as an agent whenever the agents acts for the Principal

by writing or printing the name of the Principal and designating the agent’s own name as “Agent” in the following manner: • (Principal’s name) by (Agent’s name), as POA Agent • e.g., John Smith by Mary Smith, as POA Agent Unless any special instructions in the Power of Attorney state otherwise, an agent must also: • Act loyally for the Principal’s benefit; • Avoid conflicts that would impair the agent’s ability to act in the Principal’s best interest; • Act with care, competence and diligence; • Keep a record of all receipts, disbursements and transac-

offered excellent wines. We IN THE EYES OF BRIAN Bio Retinal specialist, writer, enjoyed them Greenwood Village resident enough to have email: joonbug@mac.com several bottles shipped home. A practical note for travelers: wine shipments require an adult signature upon Dakota Shy delivery. Since winery I wouldn’t be home during the day, I arranged to have the wines sent to my office, where someone could sign for them without issue. Dining in Yountville is as much a highlight as the wine. Restaurants are abunDel Dotto dant, and choosing where to Winery cellar eat can be just as challenging as selecting which wincombining fresh ingredients tasting rooms and eateries eries to visit. with relaxed but refined ser- we might otherwise have The town is home to missed. It was an enjoyable vice. In Napa, “eat, drink, the world-famous French way to sample more of what and be merry” feels less like Laundry, which gained the town has to offer without advice and more like a local broader public attention in worrying about logistics. custom. recent years after California While Napa and neighYountville boasts more Governor Gavin Newsom Michelin-starred restaurants boring Sonoma Valley are was spotted dining there filled with charming towns per capita than anywhere maskless during the height worth exploring, Yountof COVID. Reservations are else in North America, a ville stood out as especially remarkable distinction for famously difficult to secure delightful—an ideal destisuch a small town. It’s a and must be made well in nation for a long weekend place where exceptional advance. getaway. With thoughtful food is not an occasional We opted instead for sevplanning and a willingness splurge but part of everyday eral other excellent restauto indulge, it’s easy to unlife. rants, including Bouchon derstand why visitors often We also joined a guided Bistro, The Charter Oak, and leave already plotting their wine and food tour, which Napa Valley Bistro. Each return. delivered memorable meals, introduced us to additional

tions made on behalf of the Principal; • Cooperate with any person who has legal authority to make health care decisions for the Principal, to do what the agent knows the Principal reasonably expects, or, if the agent does not know the Principal’s expectations, to act in the Principal’s best interest; and • Attempt to preserve the Principal’s estate plan if the agent knows the plan and preserving the plan is consistent with the Principal’s best interest based on all relevant factors, including: 1. The value and nature of the Principal’s property; 2. The Principal’s foreseeable obligations and need for maintenance; 3. Minimization of taxes, including income, estate, inheritance, generation-skipping transfer and gift taxes; and 4. Eligibility for a benefit, a program, or assistance under a statute or regulation. An agent who acts in good faith is not liable to any beneficiary of the Principal’s estate plan for failure to preserve the plan. What are the four key medical/estate plan documents you

need now? Many of my clients have asked: “What are the critical estate plan documents to have?” Merely 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: 5. Healthcare Power of Attorney; 6. General Financial Power of Attorney; 7. Advanced Directive for Medical/Surgical Treatment

(“Living Will”); and 8. 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.

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2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Platinum Hybrid Max is tops in its class This week’s test car review is very special. I’m test driving a spectacular “Ruby Flare Pearl” Grand Highlander Platinum Hybrid Max that is one of the hottest Toyota SUVs on the market. This beauty has a final assembly in Princeton, Indiana making it eligible for those “Made in America” tax incentives to promote the auto industry in the USA… Now here’s the interesting story: I picked up a friend for a luncheon meeting in this bright red Highlander, seems that he has owned some Highlanders in prior years. I was raving about how good this turbo-charged model performed, along with the beautiful leather adorned interior. He fell in love with the vehicle. So much that he went to a local Toyota dealership to see if he could purchase one. Alas, no test drive and they didn’t have one and he was told, “This is a “best seller.” Not the end of the story, he brought his wife over to my home to have me demonstrate the Highlander for her. They took note of the seven-passenger seating and the third-row seats folding up in the trunk. We put them up and down easily for entry for hauling grandchildren. It met Sharon’s approval and the search is on to find a Grand Highlander Platinum Hybrid Max at a local dealership. Highlanders have been time tested from Toyota and this model has a suggested list price of $59,275 with all options included. Some of the highlights for this model include great appearance with the exquisite red flare pearl paint. The interior is handsome with brown leather trim, spacious captain seats,

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both rows ventilated and heated. A digital rearview mirror gives a clear camera picture of rear traffic. Safety is utmost with Toyota, and this vehicle has the 3.0 Safety Sense, along with blind spot monitoring and a color heads up windshield display that is helpful with speed limits signs. A 12.3 color screen gives a clear vision of the rear areas while backing out of the garage, along with front and rear cross traffic alerts, along with panoramic view monitoring. Performance and economy are outstanding with the hybrid gasoline combination achieving 27 mpg. in city and freeway drives. The suspension system provides a smooth ride that really impressed Sharon who liked the comfort. The second-row seats have extended leg room for rear seat passengers. The Highlander rides on 20” alloy wheels, has a split panoramic moonroof, rear window shades and hands-free power liftgate. Best of all is the performance from the turbo-charged hybrid MAX 2.4L engine, teamed with the hybrid electric power battery system. The power plant works with the six-speed versatile transmission with paddles shifters. The Highlander has towing capacity of 5000 lbs. and full time electronic all-wheel drive. For those outdoor camping or hunting expeditions there is a 1500W Inverter with two 120v/ AC outlets. I hope that my friends can find this Highlander of their dreams.

Please join us for the opening reception of Beyond the Western Horizon at Madden Gallery at the Museum of Outdoor Arts. The reception will take place on March 19, 2026 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. This event is free and open to the public. Guests will enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres, beer, wine, and themed cocktails, as well as live music by Ryan Chrys and the Rough Cuts (voted one of Top 10 Country Musicians in Colorado.) Western Cocktail attire is encouraged! Beyond the Western Horizon will celebrate reimagined myth, memory, and the enduring spirit of the American West. The exhibit features over 50 artworks depicting aspects of the American West: people, ani-

mals, landscapes, and objects in oil, pastel, and watercolor, along with metal, clay, and ceramic sculptures and mixed-media artworks.This group exhibition includes 20 prominent artists, many of which are Colorado based. The exhibition will be on view March 19 - July 31. Exhibiting Artists: Edward Aldrich, Raj Chaudhuri, Lorenzo Chavez, Maeve Eichelberger, Bruce A. Gómez, David Kammerzell, Buffalo Kaplinski, Andrea Kemp, Corbett Kesler, Crystal Latimer, Amy Laugesen, Michael Magrin, William Matthews, Patrick Oates, David Sherwin Parker, Craig Marshall Smith, Robert Spooner, Daniel Sprick, Clyde Steadman, and David Uhl.

Opens March 19, 2026 Tuesday through Friday, 10am - 4pm Saturdays To Be Announced

Palazzo Verdi, 1st Floor, 6363 S. Fiddler’s Green Circle, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Free with registration, FREE street and lot parking Wheelchair Accessible

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COURTS DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 303-645-6600 Telephone PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO Petitioner, In the Interest of: MAKA HAYDAR MOHAMED, Child, and concerning,

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MUMINA HAYDAR MOHAMED, and IZAIAH WOODWARD AKA IZAIAH WOODARD, Respondents.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS: Estate of Christopher Hockley. Deceased. Case Number: 2025PR31185. All persons having claims against the abovementioned estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado, on or before May 15, 2026, or the claims may be forever barred. Rabea Taylor, Attorney for Personal Representative, 24 South Weber Street, Suite 205, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.

Published in The Villager First Publication: February 26, 2026 Last Publication: March 12, 2026 Legal # 5005_NTC_Hockley ________________________ NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jeffrey Robert Tatman, Deceased Case Number: 2026 PR 030108 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or

to District Court of Arapahoe, County, Colorado on or before July 1, 2026, or the claims may be forever barred. Anna L. Burr, Esq. 2851 South Parker Road, Suite 230 Aurora, Colorado 80014 Published in The Villager First Publication: February 26, 2026 Last Publication: March 12, 2026 Legal # 31278 ________________________

Kiley Schaumleffel, Esq., Reg. #46107 Attorney for the People 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Phone: 303-636-1308 Fax: 303-636-1889 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT CONCERNING RESPONDENT FATHER, IZAIAH WOODWARD AKA IZAIAH WOODARD Case No: 25JV338 Division: 34 To the Respondent Father: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgement regarding RESPONDENT FATHER, IZAIAH WOODWARD AKA IZAIAH WOODARD, is set for March 26, 2026, at the hour of 3:30 p.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 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. 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: •https://judicial.webex.com/meet/ D18-ARAP-Div34 •Enter your name and email address (so we know who you are). You will then be in the virtual courtroom. •Select your audio setting.If the audio on your computer or tablet does not work, please use the

alternate audio option of calling in to the number below. 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 408 0614 then press #, # (no attendee ID is needed). 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: March 5, 2026 Kiley Schaumleffel, Esq., Reg. #46107 Attorney for the People Attorney for the Petitioner Published in The Villager Published: March 12, 2026 Legal # 31294 ________________________

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HOST YOUR EVENT AT THE JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT FREE ENTERPRISE CENTER In Greenwood Village. Events @ JARockyMountain.org MUSEUM OF OUTDOOR ARTS MADDEN GALLERY “BEYOND THE WESTERN HORIZON” MARCH 19-JULY 31. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sat. to be announced. Reception MARCH 19, 5-8 p.m. Free. Featuring 20 artists. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and themed cocktails. Music by Ryan Chrys and the Routh Cuts. Western Attire encouraged. Palazzo Verdi, 1st Floor, 6363 S. Fiddler’s Green Circle, Greenwood Village. Free with registration, free street and lot parking. COTTAGE FOOD SAFETY MARCH 20, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Online class. Learn food safety guidelines and specifics of operating a cottage food business from a home kitchen. Register: bit. lyCSUCottage Foods CENTRAL CITY OPERA’S THEATRE OF DREAMS GALA Celebrating 70th Anniversary - commission of the Ballad of Baby Doe. FRIDAY, APRIL 10 5:30 PM - Denver Art Museum cocktails, dinner, live performances. Black-tie fundraiser, gold and silver attire encouraged. RSVP deadline Fri March 20 Buy tickets or sponsor: centralcityopera. org/gala 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. FRIENDS OF NURSING SPRING LUNCHEON AND SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS PRESENTATION On SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026, at 11 am. Please join us as we celebrate our 45th Anniversary, honor our Founder, Great Pollard, bid on Silent Auction items, and award $180,000 in nursing scholarships! This event will be held at Cherry Hills Country Club, 4125 S. University Blvd., Cherry Hills Village, CO, 80113. For information, please call 720-934-6565.

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5 rules for investing in retirement Managing your portfolio with new risks and priorities in mind takes careful planning and regular monitoring. Here are tips from Merrill on how to get started. Heads up: Investing in retirement is not the same as investing for retirement. All the smart strategies you used to accumulate enough for retirement will likely need adjusting as you enter the next chapter of your life. Think of it as a shift in perspective from investing for the really long term to being much more prepared for shorter-term risks. “If anything, investing in retirement is a bit more complex, given the variety of potential risks and uncertainties,” says Anil Suri, a managing director in the Chief Investment Office (CIO) for Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank. So where do you begin? It can start with a thorough portfolio review with your advisor, ideally at least three years before you retire. After you retire, plan to revisit your portfolio quarterly and keep these five investing guidelines in mind. 1. Review your asset allocation with new risks in mind. In mid-career, you could afford to be aggressive with your portfolio. When you are drawing down those assets after you retire and have less time to recover from market drops, a more conservative approach may make sense. Still, being too conservative heightens the risks of outliving your money and failing to keep pace with cost-of-living increases. Consider that even a modest annual inflation rate of 2.5% would erode the spending power of a dollar by 46% over a 25-year period, according to calculations by the CIO. Ask your advisor whether your current fixed income and dividend stock investments are sufficient to supply you with the income you will need, given the potential for inflation and market volatility. Will your current asset allocation provide enough potential growth to cover another 20 years or more? Finding the right balance for your personal situation is key.

2. Prioritize your immediate cash needs. If your noninvestment income (Social Security, a pension, income from a part-time job) covers all or most of your essential expenses — healthcare, housing and so on — you can take on more investing risk. If not, you may want to have more of your investments in lower-risk assets, such as U.S. Treasuries, high-grade corporate bonds or annuities. “You want a high level of certainty around the investments that are supporting your essential lifestyle,” Suri says. “Beyond that, you need to pursue more growth.” Keep in mind that you may end up spending more than you anticipated in retirement. Some 45% of retirees report spending more than they had expected, according to the 2025 Retirement Confidence Survey from the Employee Benefits Research Institute and Greenwald Research.1 3. Do not abandon stocks. While stocks are susceptible to shortterm price swings, they also give you the best chance of staying ahead of inflation and helping your money last. While you may have previously felt comfortable with an aggressive equity allocation, you and your advisor could now find that a more balanced allocation, say 50% to stocks and 50% to bonds, offers the greatest likelihood of providing you with the growth you need, according to the CIO. An all-cash portfolio leaves you at greater risk of running out of money. 4. Prepare for volatility, especially early in your retirement. Volatility can be especially damaging early in retirement. When you are investing for retirement, you are likely contributing regularly to your retirement plan. Once you retire, however, you are not only withdrawing funds, but you are also no longer making fresh contributions.

You need to guard against what is called sequence of returns risk. It is what happens when a steep market drop in the first few years of retirement forces you to draw down stocks at depressed prices. Withdrawing more than you had intended could have an outsized impact on your remaining wealth. Having cash and short-term bonds on hand can help you navigate down markets, says Nevenka Vrdoljak, a managing director in the CIO. “Adding more guaranteed income could also help minimize sequence of returns risk,” she adds. 5. Stick to your plan — and review it regularly. Creating a solid retirement investment strategy is one thing. Sticking to it is another, and our emotions can sometimes cause us to act too hastily when markets get volatile, particularly in retirement. In fact, because investors tend to buy and sell at inappropriate times, their actual returns often lag the overall market. An advisor can help you avoid emotional mistakes, and reviewing your plan regularly with your advisor can also help you feel more in control. “One of the greatest threats to a secure retirement is the failure to have a plan,” Vrdoljak says. Developing a retirement investing plan — and sticking to it — may be the most important rule there is. For more information, contact Merrill Financial Advisor Andrew Neal in the Greenwood Village, CO, office at 303.689.8043 or andrew.neal@ml.com.

EBRI and Greenwald Research, “2025 Retirement Confidence Survey,” 2025.

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