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I’m really having fun and enjoying publishing this newspaper. We’ve received a wonderful response from the communities. Subscriptions and news of events past and present are pouring into the newspaper. It is a real joy in my heart to be preserving this newspaper and all of the history that it contains of the hearty pioneers who established their communities in the 1850s. Some descendants still live and work in Black Hawk, Central City, and no doubt, Idaho Springs. We will be continuing our trek into

history as we explore the past, present and future. I think it is time for Gilpin County to expand leadership in state history, events and economic prowess. We will be constantly promoting the area and inviting new business ventures to the area. Local residents are enjoying a boom in real estate prices and many homes have tripled in value. There is a scarcity in housing everywhere in the mountain communities and along the front range. That’s one reason why mining aggregate is so important to lay the foundations for new apartments and homes.

A good newspaper helps build communities along with financial services and industry and commerce. The gaming industry supplies 10,000 jobs and a massive payroll and tax source for our cities and county. Along with the gaming we need to support our churches, schools, non-profits, many governmental services and organizations, and respect our law enforcement officers and our fire department. Gilpin County is a great place to live, work and play, and own a historic newspaper. Thank you to everyone for your support and we look forward to an exciting 2022. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!

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Erma Bombeck remembered New Year’s is a good time to remember Erma’s philosophy BY BOB SWEENEY She wasn’t a politician, never held public office, but offered advice from her heart that seemed to heal our souls and tickles our funny bones. I heard Erma speak many years ago before her untimely death. She addressed a newspaper audience at our annual convention at the stately Brown Palace hotel. She confessed her addiction to smoking that likely ended her life before her time. As we end 2021 and begin the challenges of a New Year, we all can take a lesson from Erma looking back over her life as she prepared to end hers. IF I HAD MY LIFE TO LIVE OVER By Erma Bombeck I would have invited friends over to dinner even if the carpet was stained and the sofa faded. I would have eaten the popcorn in the good living room and worried much less about the dirt when someone wanted to light a fire in the fireplace. I would have taken the time to listen to my grandfather ramble about his youth. I would never have insisted the car windows be rolled up on a summer day because my hair had just been teased and sprayed.

I would have burned the pink candle sculptured like a rose before it melted in storage. I would have sat on the lawn with my children and not worried about grass stains. I would have cried and laughed less while watching television and more while watching life. I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding patter if I wasn’t there for the day. I would never have bought anything just because it was practical, wouldn’t show soil or was guaranteed to last a lifetime. Instead of wishing away nine months of pregnancy, I’d have cherished every moment realizing that the wonderment growing inside me was the only chance in life to assist God in a miracle. When my kids kissed impetuously, I would never have said,” later, now go get washed up for dinner.” There would have been more “I love You’s” and more “I’m sorry’s’ but mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute---look at it and really see it--live it. And never give it back! ***

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Gilpin County to hold Health Fair January 15 The Gilpin County Community Center is holding the Gilpin County Health Fair - New Year New You, on January 15 to ring in the new year with a healthy start. The Gilpin County Health Fair event is free to the public and is now accepting booth applications for physical and mental health vendors, healers, and fitness professionals. The Facebook link to the event and application may be found at https://www.facebook.com/ events/457121025778880/. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. healthy treats, discounts on memberships, kids corner, and

more will be available during this free event. There will also be comforting activities such as massage therapy, sound healing, essential oils, acupuncture, a nurses station, and fitness class demos. The event is sponsored by The Holistic Homestead Market and will also be joined by Clinicia Health and the Gilpin County Public Health Department. Booth applications can be found online or in person at the Gilpin County Community Center at 250 Norton Drive, Black Hawk, 303-582-1453.

Gilpin County Food Pantry makes holidays brighter for local families Information provided by Becky Osteboe, Gilpin County Human Services On December 27, Gilpin County Human Services reported much success in serving over 200 families with holiday food boxes and over 70 children with gifts this season, with generous contributions from local sponsors. 100 families were served a Thanksgiving box, and over 110 families received a Holiday box this Christmas. Holiday food boxes consisted of turkey (at Thanksgiving), and turkey, ham, or beef, along with all of the fixings for green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, corn, rolls, olives, pickles, pies,

cranberry sauce, stuffing, and much more. Turkey and ham was provided by Teryx, a provider of technology support for Gilpin County, beef was provided by MK Meats, and Ameristar Casino Resort and Spa in Black Hawk donated pies and desserts. Over 70 children received holiday gifts, thanks to generous sponsorships by community members who shopped for the gifts on children’s wish lists and delivered them in time to be handed out before Christmas. In addition, the City of Black Hawk, Bally’s chain of casinos, and many

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others gifted a variety of stuffed animals, puzzles, board games, RC cars, dolls, art kits, and other stocking stuffers to make Christmas bright for Gilpin County families. The Weekly Register-Call would like to remind our community that support like this is what makes Gilpin County such a lovely place to call home - and to continue giving not only through the holidays, but all year long. Thank you Gilpin County Human Services and sponsors for caring and taking great pride in the community.

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New state rules will impact Gilpin County vehicle owners There are 21,000+ vehicles in the county BY DON IRELAND SENIOR REPORTER

Here’s a New Year’s resolution you might not have been planning: Understanding how the vehicle-registration process may change for you in 2022. Gilpin County Clerk and Recorder Sahari McCormick wants Gilpin’s 6,243 residents to be aware of Colorado’s new motor vehicle rule changes that begin January 1, 2022. They are likely to impact the citizens who collectively own more than 21,000 vehicles in the county, including passenger cars, trucks, motorcycles, recreational vehicles, motorhomes and others. “The average (adult) person has at least six vehicles,” she noted. First, the good news: The state’s road-safety surcharge will decrease by $11.10 in 2022 for most registration renewals. On the other hand, Colorado estimates the average vehicle owner will pay $4.73 extra for new plates next year. Colorado’s 2022 rule changes regarding license-plate transfers are likely to cause the most confusion or frustration for vehicle owners. This new rule means that if you purchase a different vehicle in 2022, you will not be

allowed to transfer the plates from your old vehicle to the new one – regardless if you’re purchasing a new car or acquiring a used one. Starting Jan. 1, the plates on existing vehicles will expire once the owner’s title or interest in the vehicle is transferred. The state wants to ensure drivers will have more reflective and legible license plates. The reason, according to the state, is so first responders can more easily identify plates and typical drivers will be able to see the highly-reflective plates on another vehicle if it is stalled in the dark on the side of a road. Colorado wants to eventually get the old plates out of circulation and replace them with the shinier ones. However, if you are fond of your current license plate letters and numbers, there is a way to keep them. Those owners will have the ability – for a fee – to use the same combination of letters and numbers on their new plates when registering for a new vehicle. That “right to transfer” means the owner can have those letters and numbers appear on a new, “personalized” plate, which

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can cost anywhere from $68 to $118. The new requirement won’t apply to owners who already currently have personalized plates. Historical Colorado license plates, such as the “green-mountains, white-sky plate,” will be available for $118. McCormick has a reminder for residents whose vehicle registration expires in January. Because of the new state rule changes, the Department of Revenue may not have mailed postcards to vehicle owners, reminding them to renew their registration. That move by the state, however, doesn’t mean that an owner should wait to receive a postcard – because it may never come. If a vehicle’s registration expires by Jan. 31, the state offers a 30-day grace period for registration renewals. If you have a computer with internet access, you might not need to make a trip to the county courthouse at 203 Eureka St., Central City. “A lot of motor vehicle transactions can be done online at mydmv.colorado.gov,” according to McCormick. Because of ongoing Covid-19 health orders in Gil-

pin County that were issued six months ago, appointments are required to visit the offices and departments in the building. Facemasks are required to enter the building. “People are creatures of habit and are used to just coming to the office,” said McCormick. The clerk said appointments can be made online at: https:// calendly.com/gilpinmotorv. The office limits each visitor to two transactions per appointment. McCormick said people also can call the office at 303582-5321. If a staff member is available, they will answer the call. If employees are waiting on customers with an appointment, callers should leave a voicemail and the office will respond as soon as possible. The clerk’s office, which has been fully staffed recently, is usually pretty busy. “Don’t be afraid to call and ask questions,” she emphasized. If there is a special circumstance, they have resources to help find answers to questions. “We can handle most transactions. If not, we know who to call to get help.” The clerk and recorder offered a tip to any resident who may be purchasing a new or

used vehicle from a dealership in the metro Denver area or elsewhere in the state. “Please make sure the dealer knows your mailing address, not simply your street address,” said McCormick. “Some dealers don’t know that someone who lives here may have a post-office-box mailing address that is different from their home address.” When the dealership mails information about the sale to the state, Colorado doesn’t know that a resident has a different mailing address unless it’s on the paperwork. As a result, it may send out the annual registration renewal notice to the home address – resulting in some people not receiving the renewal notice. The Gilpin County Clerk and Recorders office doesn’t issue driver’s licenses. Residents who want them can make an appointment with the DMV in Golden, near the Home Depot off Colfax Avenue and I-70. VIN inspections are conducted through the Gilpin County Sheriff’s Department. Information on motor vehicles in the county can be found online at www. gilpincounty.org.

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Got a specialty license plate? (You’re not alone) BY DON IRELAND SENIOR REPORTER

You’ve seen those specialty license plates everywhere in the Centennial State. That’s because there are millions of them…everything from military service plates to college alumni plates and ones showing a fan’s appreciation for the Denver Broncos or Colorado Avalanche. In 2022, there will be even more. Among them will be ones for the Special Olympics, women veterans with disabilities, those who support pollinators or foster families, plates for nurses and professional firefighters, those with electric vehicles or ones for people involved in hospice and palliative care. Expected to be among the most popular of the new plates will be a “Keep Colorado Wild Annual Pass” plate. Those who pay for the specialty plate will pay an additional fee,

which will include admission into state parks. The variety of new plates will be available in July, the start of the state’s fiscal year. According to the state, there were 6,845,036 verified license plates driven around Colorado in November. The majority of them, 4,887,445 (71%), were the basic green and white plates most typically seen on cars and trucks. There are another 108,288 collector’s plates in use by those who own classic cars and trucks. While there are several plates available for those who served in the military, the two most popular license plates one can spot are Disabled Veteran (52,963) and Honorably Discharged Veteran (34,829). The University of Colorado alumni plate is the most popular plate among those who attended

state and private universities and colleges. CU has 12,838 specialty plates rolling around the state, compared to the 5,906 ordered by Colorado State University alum. Colorado School of Mines is third, with 2,770 plates. The 10 most popular specialty plates in the state – and the number of them in circulation in November include: 1. Columbine (Respect Life), 83709. 2. Disabled Veteran, 52,963. 3. Honorably Discharged Veteran, 34,829. 4. Pioneer. 33,665. 5. Wildlife Sporting, 27,317. 6. Breast Cancer Awareness (Join the Cause). 26,612. 7. Ski Country USA. 25,815 8. Adopt a Shelter Pet. 24,036. 9. Firefighter. 20,583. 10. Broncos (proceeds to charities). 18,556.

Colorado specialty license plates. Pictured: “Protect our Pollinators” and “Broncos Country.” Other specialty plates include those for agriculture, Italian American, Adopt-a-Greyhound, Support the Troops, Adopt-a-Shelter, and USS Colorado.

Program proposed to streamline Veteran resources On Wednesday, December 22, Congressman Joe Neguse and Congressman Doug Lamborn unveiled the HUBS for Veterans Act, bipartisan legislation to support local “network hubs” which streamline access to essential resources for veterans, servicemembers, and their families. The legislation, led by Senator Bennet and Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) in the Senate, would authorize a five-year pilot program to provide matching grant funds to non-profit organizations

that offer access to multiple, wraparound services from one source, or “network hubs.” “Across our district, we hear frequently from veterans who are struggling to access the benefits they’ve been promised or to gain the resources necessary to thrive,” said Congressman Joe Neguse. “For those who have stepped up to serve, we must ensure we are fulfilling our commitment to ensure access to adequate health care, education services, housing and job training opportunities

when they return home. The HUBS for Veterans Act will advance holistic wraparound services for our local veterans by supporting local network hubs that can help them with a variety of services.” “Many Colorado community-based organizations have stepped up to support our veterans by providing a variety of resources and services in a single location,” said Congressman Lamborn. “The HUBS for Veterans Act would help

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entrepreneurship training, behavioral health services, and assistance in accessing benefits administered by the VA. The bill would also ensure that service members receive information through the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) about network hubs located in the community in which they will reside once they become a civilian. TAP is an interagency collaboration between the Department Continued on page 17

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support these veterans service organizations so they can ensure that veterans, servicemembers, and their families have streamlined access to the essential support they need.” The HUBS for Veterans Act specifically directs the Department of Labor (DOL), in consultation with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), to prioritize network hubs that provide job recruitment training, educational support services, financial services,

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PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR QUALIFYING SENIOR CITIZENS AND DISABLED VETERANS (Media Release) NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTACT: Mary Coan – Appraisal Associate PO Box 338 Central City, CO 80427 mcoan@gilpincounty.org TELEPHONE NUMBER:

303-582-5451

The Colorado Constitution establishes a property tax exemption for senior citizens and disabled veterans. For those who qualify, 50 percent of the first $200,000 in actual value of the primary residence is exempted from property tax. The State of Colorado pays the property taxes on the exempted value. Qualifying seniors are urged to submit applications if they have not yet done so. SENIOR CITIZEN EXEMPTION: Basic Qualifications - Generally, each of the following statements must be true to qualify for the senior citizen exemption. The qualifying senior:  Must be at least 65 years old on January 1 of the year the application is filed; and  Must be the current owner of record, and listed as the owner of record for at least 10 consecutive years prior to January 1; and  Must occupy the property as his/her primary residence, and must have done so for at least 10 consecutive years prior to January 1.  Surviving spouses of previously qualified senior citizens may be able to continue receiving the exemption with a long form application. Exceptions to Basic Qualifications - The applicant may still qualify if one or more of the following statements are true:  Ownership is in the spouse’s name, and the spouse also occupies the property;  Ownership has been transferred to or purchased by a trust, corporate partnership or other legal entity solely for estate planning purposes;  The qualifying senior or his/her spouse was or is confined to a health care facility;  The applicant was forced to move when the prior residence was condemned in an eminent domain proceeding;  The applicant is the surviving spouse of a senior who met the requirements on January 1, 2002, or on any January 1 thereafter.  The qualifying senior citizen’s prior residence was destroyed or otherwise rendered uninhabitable by a natural disaster. How to Apply - To apply, you must complete the appropriate application form and return it to the assessor by July 15. The assessor must accept late applications until August 15. The “Short Form” application may be used by qualifying senior citizens who meet each of the basic qualifications. The “Long Form” application must be used by applicants who satisfy one or more of the exceptions to the basic qualifications. If you would like to receive an application form or a brochure that explains the senior citizen exemption in greater detail, or if you have any questions regarding the exemption, please call the assessor’s office at 303-582-5451. DISABLED VETERAN EXEMPTION: Basic Qualifications – Generally, each of the following statements must be true to qualify:  The applicant must be a veteran who sustained a service-connected disability while serving on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States. This includes members of the National Guard and Reserves who sustained injuries while serving on active duty;  The applicant must have been honorably-discharged;  The federal Department of Veterans Affairs has rated the applicant’s service-connected disability as a one hundred percent permanent disability through disability retirement benefits pursuant to a law or regulation administered by the department, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, or the Department of the Army, Navy, or Air Force.  The applicant must be the owner of record and must have been the owner of record since January 1 of the current year; and  The applicant must have occupied the property as his/her primary residence since January 1 of the current year.  In many cases, an eligible surviving spouse of a previously qualified disabled veteran may continue to receive the exemption by submitting a disabled veteran surviving spouse form to the assessor’s office. Exceptions to Basic Qualifications – The applicant may still qualify if one or more of the following statements are true:  Ownership is in the spouse’s name, and the spouse also occupies the property;  Ownership has been transferred to or purchased by a trust, corporate partnership or other legal entity solely for estate planning purposes;  The qualifying disabled veteran or his/her spouse was or is confined to a health care facility.  The applicant was forced to move when the prior residence was condemned in an eminent domain proceeding.  The applicant is the surviving spouse of a previously qualified veteran who met the requirements through the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs. How to Apply - To apply, you must file a completed application with the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs by July 1. The Division of Veterans Affairs may accept late applications until August 2 if the applicant can show good cause for missing the July 1 deadline. The surviving spouse of a prequalified veteran must apply directly to the assessor’s office no later than July 1. If you would like to receive an application form or a brochure that explains the disabled veteran exemption in greater detail, or if you have any questions regarding the exemption, please call the assessor’s office at 303-582-5451.

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On December 24 at 9:14 a.m., recipients received notification from Central City, County of Gilpin, that repair crews were enroute with an anticipated water restoration in the afternoon / evening. Recipients also received notice that limited drinking water supply was available at Golden Mountain Village and City Hall. On December 24, at 12:28 p.m., recipients were notified by Central City, County of Gilpin, that repairs to the waterline have been completed. A boil water order was put in to effect until futher notice. On December 25, recipients received a

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Gilpin County Public Health posts COVID updates On December 21, Gilpin County Public Health reported updated statistics related to the COVID pandemic. Gilpin County has had

a total of 557 confirmed COVID-19 cases (13 confirmed and probable cases in the last 7 days), 22 hospitalizations and 4 COVID-related deaths.

As this number has begun to change daily, it is best to visit CDPHE’s COVID website at https://covid19. colorado.gov/data for the most updated information.

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“Looking Back” is a collection of historical newspaper reports from Gilpin County.

30 years ago December 27, 1991

The Elks annual Christmas food basket and children’s Christmas party were changed from their usual big success to a whopping success this year. This came about through a very generous cash donation from the Teller House management, staff and employees/ The “new kids on the block” also provided cookies and candy for the kids. Totally unexpected and unsolicited, this sizeable donation is greatly appreciated by the membership of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Lodge No. 557. It is good to know that the Teller House has a definite interest in our city and county communities. Their comments were that they “desired to reach the largest group of those in need.” They then chose our charitable organization to expedite that desire. The B.P.O.E. #557 (as a charitable organization), and those in need (who will benefit by the generosity of the Teller House, are greatly appreciative. Also, a BIG THANK YOU to the city police and the county sheriff’s office for their valuable aid in distributing the food baskets. Starting off the year on the right foot—six resolutions for 1992: Ruth Tassi, Broomfield, says her New Year’s Resolution is “the same as always… lose weight.” The resolution of Michael “Murph” Murray, Gilpin County, is “bump along, as I usually have.” For Richard Sanchez of Black Hawk, the resolution is “to get involved with the DARE program for school kids up here… and to quite smoking.” “I resolve to keep my quarters in my pocket,” says Rosemary Hennings, of Central City. “Actually, I don’t know what I want to do, but the biggest is sleep,” says Sammy Weitz, Gilpin County. And finally, Marge Scanlon, owner of the Gypsun Rose in Central City, resolves “to take some time for me. To think about what I liked before I got involved with the shop… it takes over. I’d like to take a trip somewhere warm.”

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60 years ago December 29, 1961

Over 100 youngsters attended the Elks’ Christmas party Sunday afternoon in Central City. The party began with the showing of a comedy

forth by the teachers, Mrs. Amy and Mr. Fitzgerald, to accomplish the acting and singing produce by those children. In spite of the sudden early evening blizzard, parents and children came from Wondervu, East Portal, South beaver, Glenhaven and Travis Gulch. By the time the festivities were over, traveling was rough but everyone got home. Died: Mrs. Louise Poole, mother of Mrs. Gladys Daugherty, (Daughertys owned the pharmacy in Central in the 1940s), passed away in Denver at the age of 86. Burial was in Greeley. She lived in Central from 1940-1948.

90 years ago December 25, 1931

County Judge Louis J. Carter has received an appointment from

Senator Teller, 1898. mining operations. Thompson-Zumsteg Store in Central is offering silk dresses, all patterns and sizes, priced $5.95 to $12.75. Floor lamps are $1.95-$4.95 each. On Christmas and New Years, go to the historic Teller House and experience the novelty of dancing in the pioneer ballroom. Reservations by phone no. 125, or by card.

Teller House Central City Colorado. movie, followed by the arrival of Santa Claus with a bag of candy, nuts, and fruit for all. The Denver & Rio Grande ski train was operating through Rollinsville Saturday and Sunday, December 23 and 24, and is evidently in operation for the rest of the winter. Christmas Day was a happy 16th birthday for Jerry Ward of Rollinsville. The Rollinsville school play was given by the children Thursday night, December 21, and was enjoyed by everyone who saw it. Children from all of the grades took part in it, from the tiniest to the tallest, and their singing was unbelievable. Everyone appreciated the work and effort put

Governor Adams, as a member of the Statewide Unemployment Committee, and if there are any parties in Gilpin County in need of employment or relief, they are requested to notify him, and their cases will be attended to. Will Stroehle, Black Hawk, was badly injured by a piece of falling machinery which hit his shoulder and arm last week. It will take some time for his recovery. Clear Creek sands are yielding Christmas money to about 20 placer miners near the entrance to the canyon. They are averaging about $3 a day each, and several have families with them in tents near the site of their

120 years ago December 27, 1901

The frame building east of the McFarlane’s residence on Eureka Street was destroyed by fire yesterday morning. A loafer had the fire in the stove the night before and the fire probably originated there on account of the high winds. Williams & Company Pioneer Livery Stable advertised the finest turnouts in the county as well as the easiest riding horses. They were proprietors of Pioneer Hack, which met all incoming and outgoing trains and did expressing of all kinds. Continued on page 9

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Looking back... Turnback in time

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Roger Puta’s photos of the Denver and Rio Grande Western’s Ski Train in January 1985. Three thousand copies of the Weekly Register-Call were published this date and will help advertise Gilpin County in the best possible manner. Remember the grand ball to be given on Wednesday evening, January 1, by Russell Gulch Lodge, No. 41 I.O.O.F. It will be a stunning affair. Miss Eugene Campbell went to Denver on Saturday afternoon to visit with her friend Miss Yetta McFarlane during the holidays. Died: William Berryman, about 38, was instantly killed by a falling rock while at work in a stope in the Bobtail No. 5 workings a little before 10 o’clock on Saturday night. The body was brought to the surface and

taken to the undertaking parlours of E.L. Harris to be prepared for burial. Deceased leaves a wife and three children residing in England. He had been a resident of this county, off and on, for the past 14 years and was a quiet, unassuming man. His brother, Charles Berryman, arrived from Jimtown, Boulder County, on Monday night to attend the funeral, which was held on Tuesday afternoon. Services were held at Saint James Methodist Church, interment taking place in the city cemetery.

151 years ago December 29, 1871

Governor Evans has returned from his European trip. Central City Commandery No. 2 elected the following officers: E.C., Sir Knight Henry M. Teller; General, Sir Knight A.J. Van-Deren; Captain-General, Sir Knight W.J. Cozens; Prelate, Sir Knight Harper M. Orahood; S.W. , Sir Knight Hal Sayr; J.W., Sir Knight William Fullerton; Treasurer, Sir Knight Thomas H. Potter; Recorder, Sir Knight Samuel I. Lorah; Standard Bearer, Sir Knight Jacob Mack; Sword Bearer, Sir Knight George C. Munson; Warden, Sir Knight Eugene E. Bulingame; Sentinel, Sir Knight James Stevens.

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A LOOKBACK IN (MODERN) TIMES - Featuring the “Age of Drones”

Drones and new homes - Black Hawk BY DON IRELAND

A few weeks ago, I made my first visit to the Gilpin County Arts Association on Eureka Street in Central City. It was delightful to see that impressive old building, Washington Hall, which once served as a courthouse. There’s still a jail cell on the lower level. My visit was to provide coverage to Richard Saxon’s photography exhibit, which runs through January 8. As a pharmacist-turned-photographer, Richard has learned how to turn lighting, composition and subjects into delightful works of art. Although Richard and I

files and developed an idea: “How has the development of Black Hawk’s Gregory Plaza come along in the past year or so?” Here is my photo essay of changes in Gregory Plaza. They were taken with a DJI Mavic Air 2 drone, which can fold up and fit into a shoebox. My drone is called, “The Flying Puddy,” in honor of our family cat, Puddy Tat, who often flies around the house to entertain himself. Drone photography has greatly evolved during the past decade. Prior to that, someone had to hire a professional photographer and rent a helicopter or small airplane

Above: Despite snow and winter cold, workers made progress in December 2020.

are photographers, the types of photos we create are very different. He uses a hand-held camera. I use a drone, which really is my flying camera. It’s unlikely anyone will ever use my name in the same sentence with Rembrandt, Van Gogh… or even Richard Saxon. I can barely draw a straight line with a ruler. On that same note, I’ve never been – and probably won’t ever get an invitation – to host a photography-art exhibit. However, during the past 18 months, I’ve taken a lot of local aerial photos with my drone. Depending on the eye of the viewer, some may call them fascinating or cool…while others could look at them, shrug their shoulders and say, “eh.” The Weekly Register-Call first began printing some of my drone photos more than a year ago. This is one of the few papers in Colorado that uses drone photography. However, many local newspapers and television stations have begun using drone footage as part of their news coverage. Recently, I rifled through my

to take aerial photos. In the “old days,” photo-takers hiked up local hills to take photos. They used film-cameras that didn’t include zoom lenses and didn’t always create high-quality photos – the way modern cameras do. That being said, some ground-based cameras available today use telephoto lenses and can get close-up shots that most drones cannot. In either case, the old adage, “a picture is worth a thousand words,” certainly remains true for those documenting local history. By the way, if you haven’t been to the Arts Association location in Washington Hall, this is a great time to include it on your list of New Year’s resolutions for 2022. Thanks to smartphones, most of us walk around with a camera at our fingertips. Some of the newer phones offer terrific cameras that produce remarkable images. Who knows? You might snap a photo this coming year that is worthy of being featured in an art show…or worth sharing with friends and family. Happy New Year!

Above, left: In late March 2021, the Black Hawk Fire & Hose Co. No. 1 building was largely completed. Above, right: November 2020, showing three historic homes that were being renovated. Below: March 2021 weather provided challenges to construction.

(Age of Drones is an occasional column, intended to help people understand the benefits of this ever-improving

technology. The author is an FAA-Certified Part 107 drone pilot. To see other views from Central City, Gilpin County

and around the state, visit: www.donsdronesofdenver.com)

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Gregory Plaza, December 2021 with three open retail shops and a wedding booked.

Historic homes in final stages of preparation in September, 2021.

Work continued in June 2021 on the Rocky Mountain Evangelical Free Church, with new stained-glass windows outside, and other renovations inside. With concrete poured and patio bricks in place, the plaza work continued to turn the corner in September, 2021.

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CENTRAL CITY OPERA YELLOW ROSE TEA

n November 9th, the Central City Opera House Association hosted their Announcement Tea for the 2022 Flower Girls. Typically the Announcement Tea is held in the historic Denver Governor’s Mansion, however the mansion remains closed to the public due to Covid. Graciously hosted by Nicole Bansbach in her home in Cherry Hills Village, the girls and their mothers came together to find out who will join them in the 2022 Flower Girl class, a tradition that is celebrating its 90th year in 2022. There was much excitement as the girls were able to view the stunning full length strapless gown designed by Alfred Sung in a Classic Blue that they will all wear the night of the ball. Bella Bridesmaids was on hand to measure the girls for their dresses and there were a handful of historic dresses worn at previous presentations for the girls to see. All the girls agreed that their dress was the best! They then proceeded in to enjoy refreshments and hors d’oeurves while getting to meet the other flower girl families. “We are thrilled to present 30 wonderful young woman coming from 12 different schools across Colorado, and 15 of these girls are following in the footsteps of sisters, mothers, and grandmothers who were also Central City Opera Flower Girls back in their day” says Anne McGonagle, chairman of the Central City Opera House Association. All of the Flower Girls have demonstrated an interest in community service and are on the path to becoming leaders in both their communities and in their careers. Brooke Bansbach Maloy, the 2022 Chair for the Yellow Rose Ball and Flower Girl Presentation noted “These are outstanding young woman who never slow down. We have many girls who are leaders in DECA, involved with National Charity League, play competitive sports, and even teach youth sports. Additionally, many come from families who have been living and serving in Colorado for generations. They genuinely represent the values of Central City Opera: Excellence, Passion, Innovation, Engagement, Integrity, and Inclusiveness.” Over the next 9 months these girls will get a chance to learn more about the history of Central City Opera

and its role in Colorado history. They will also participate in some fun volunteer work as the Flower Girl committee offers a series of service projects and youth education programs leading up to the Yellow Rose Ball and Flower Girl Presentation on June 25, 2022 in Central City. Central City Opera will kick off its summer opera series on July 2nd with The Light in the Piazza. Die Fledermaus and Two Remain complete the 2022 summer opera series. Subscriptions go on sale in January. Front row - Katherine Little, Catherine Maloy, Leah Frankel, Olivia Goodreau, Meredith Waters, Ellie Seccombe, Alexia Yost. 2nd Row - Kathryn Parsons, Riley Leversedge, Ella Kitt, Adelle Dhanda, Lilly D'Hondt, Faith Reeman, Piper Adams. 3rd Row - Caroline Halaby, Taleigh Davis, Bradley Calkins, Sutton Damiano, Mallory Blunk, Ella Dammen. 4th Row - Demi Grauer, Ana Myers, Avery Hicks, Sawyer Beardsley, Elizabeth Austin, Edith White, Avery White. Not Shown - Samatha Rudnick, Emerson-Ellis Coleman, Halle Metcalf Nancy Patrker, Pat Pearce, Anne McGonagle

1990 Flower Girl Betsy Blunk and her daughter 2022 Flower Girl Mallory Blunk pose with the flower girl dress worn by Betsy in 1990

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2022 Chair of the Yellow Rose Ball and Flower Girl Presentation Brooke Bansbach Maloy

1984 Flower Girl Christy Jordan and her daughter 2022 Flower Girl Kate Little pose next to the dress worn by Christy in 1984

Ronit Hicks, Elina Grauer with daughters 2022 Flower Girls Demi Grauer and Avery Hicks

2022 Flower Girl Faith Reeman and her mother Stephanie Reeman

2022 Flower Girl Cate Maloy poses with her grandmother Pam Bansbach and her mother a 1990 Flower Girl Brooke Maloy

Central City Opera’s 2022 summer festival is a four-week extravaganza (July 2, 2022 – July 31, 2022) of storytelling and powerful voices, featuring classical music’s biggest talents. Central City Opera’s 90th season will include mainstage productions of the classic operetta Die Fledermaus and the modern musical, The Light in the Piazza. The 2018 Holocaust remembrance opera Two Remain rounds out the eclectic season. Past season subscribers can renew their subscriptions now. New subscriptions will be available in January 2022 and single tickets go on sale April 1, 2022. Visit www.centralcityopera.org or call 303-292-6700 to learn more.

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Near the end of Walden, (Life in the Woods), transcendental writer and philosopher Henry David Thoreau advises readers to believe “If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet with a success unexpected in common hours.” As the world wraps up another calendar year, amidst a pandemic approaching its second year of disruption, we will all again take stock of our lives and our year as the clock ticks toward midnight on December 31. While the examined life is not always a satisfying experience, the inclination to reflect and even judge our lives is a natural feeling that is nearly impossible to ignore. Thoreau’s advice in Walden is a reminder of our powers of self determinationand our ability to not only chart our course in life but to also manage how we perceive it. It’s easy to feel a lack of control at points in our lives, and it’s even easier to fall prey to that inclination in times of crisis and uncertainty, like in a global pandemic that just won’t seem to end. Thoreau certainly faced his share of challenge and uncertainty, losing his siblings to disease early in life before succumbing to tuberculosis himself at the age of forty-four. Yet by all accounts, including his own extensive writings, he seemed to never miss a chance to live the life he wanted. Many other writers and artists have sought to explain the conundrum we all face in making sense of our daily lives. And sometimes the lessons can be found in the most unexpected places. In the film Stranger Than Fiction, the character Harold Crick played by Will Ferrell realizes his life is being narrated by some nameless voice, and he is actually the character in a story, one where he is going to die very soon. As Harold attempts to understand the voice and find some explanation for the dire fate that is quickly approaching, he begins to look at his life with fresh eyes and a sense of urgency. In a rather panicked conversation with an English scholar who has tried to discover the narrative Harold is living, the professor, played whimsically by Dustin Hoffman,

advises him to simply live his life and accept the story as it plays out. That somewhat dismissive advice is, of course, the same guideline we must all live by. Obviously Harold protests, saying “this isn’t a story to me or a philosophy or literary theory, it’s my life.” The professor smiles and tells him to simply “Go out and make it the one you’ve always wanted.” That guidance is the key to the film, and it is also the insight offered by Thoreau. In many ways the movie Stranger Than Fiction and the advice from the English professor are a succinct reflection of the philosophy of existentialism. Life is basically what the individual makes of it, nothing more and nothing less. Starting with Soren Kierkegaard in the late nineteenth century and continuing with Jean Paul Sarte and Albert Camus in the middle of the twentieth, the existentialists addressed the challenge of living in a seemingly absurdist world, an increasingly apt description these days. At times it seems like the only meaning and purpose in our life is that which we individually and randomly assign to it. In his essay The Myth of Sisyphus, the existentialist writer Albert Camus ponders the absurd fate of the mythical Greek hero Sisyphus, condemned by the gods to endlessly roll a huge rock to the top of a mountain, at which point the stone would roll back down. Yet, in embracing a fate rather than lamenting a burden, Camus ends by asserting we “must imagine Sisyphus happy.” So, as we continue to enjoy the holiday season, bidding farewell to one year while preparing to welcome another, we will again succumb to the irresistible need to reflect on the past and make resolutions for the future. As we seek to understand the lives we live, the benefits we enjoy, the opportunities we receive, and the challenges we face, we can look to Thoreau, we can commiserate with Harold Crick, we can ponder Camus and Sisyphus. And, as we do, looking back in reflection and forward with anticipation on the last day of December, here’s to imagining ourselves happy and living the lives we have imagined.

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Have you ever wondered what those letters on certain license plates mean? Here is a “cheat sheet” that explains some of those designations you may see when looking at another vehicle:

- CCL: Commercial call letter, meaning the owner possesses a standard radio, FM or television FCC license. - DMO: Dealer demo. Vehicle dealer plates. - DPT: Depot. Vehicles being road-tested or moved for repair and refurbishing. - FLT: Commercial fleet. Issued to the owner of 10 or more vehicles — a

company car fleet, or trailers, truck tractors and SMM equipment. - FTR and FTK: Farm tractor or Farm truck. Vehicles transporting raw agricultural products or livestock. - GVT: Government. State-owned or -leased vehicle. - GVW: Any truck weighing at least 16,001 pounds. - INT: Dealer in transit or Dealer full use. Vehicles being transported to sell, auction or store. - Honorary Consul: Vehicles owned by official representatives or official consuls of a foreign government. - Horseless Carriage: Vehicles limited

to driving to or from assemblies, parades and conventions. - MFG: Manufacturer. Plates that can be used on any new vehicle owned by and titled in Colorado to the manufacturer. - PRM, ATL and ATK: Apportioned plate. Vehicles licensed for interstate commerce. - SCL: Amateur call letter. Owner possesses a valid amateur radio license issued by the Federal Communications Commission. - SMM: Special mobile machine. Equipment driven or pulled over the public highways to a specific desti-

nation. - SMX: SMM equipment that doesn’t conform to Colorado lighting requirements. - TRK: Special-use truck. Examples: mobile medical vans, trash compactors, concrete trucks. - TPR: Transporter. Dealers and government agencies, repossession agents, tow cars. - TVW: Any tractor primarily used to pull trailers and semi-trailers.Source: Colorado Department of Revenue/ Division of Motor Vehicles

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CRITIC’S CHOICE

Spider-Man: No Way Home A spoiler-free movie review BY DAVID JOSSELYN It’s finally here. The touted “movie of 2021” is in theaters drawing record crowds; your favorite wallcrawler is back in “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” There is so much hype leading up to this movie that expectations are through the roof. The MCU’s introduction of Tom Holland in 2016’s “Captain America: Civil War” had Spidey fans cheering for the age-appropriate casting and great performance, which led to the inevitable solo movie trilogy featuring the young British actor. Hold your horses, though, for it was not so inevitable due to a tenuous agreement between Marvel Studios and Sony Entertainment. Sony still held the rights to the character and was only allowing Marvel to “borrow” him for three movies. The popularity of Holland’s solo films has encouraged both studios to extend their agreement for more future films under their partnership. The legal struggle may be only part of the reason hysteria is oozing from fans. The trailers for the film show three villains from prior outings and appearances by the original actors are confirmed: Doctor Otto Octavius (Doc Ock) played by Alfred Molina, Norman Osborn (Green Goblin) played by Willem Dafoe, and Max Dillon (Electro) played by Jamie Foxx. Suspected and later confirmed are Flint Marko (Sandman) played by Thomas Haden Church and Dr. Curt Connors (Lizard) played by Rhys Ifans. Doc Ock, Sandman, and Green Goblin are from the Spider-Man movies with Tobey Maguire and Electro and Lizard are from the Amazing Spider-Man series with Andrew Garfield. Naturally, fans are now salivating at the mere possibility that they will see Garfield and Maguire in this movie alongside Holland. Well, if you are that curious, go see it yourself, because I will not confirm or deny their existence. Did the movie live up to the hype? Let’s find out! The Plot “No Way Home” picks up exactly

where the prior adventure, “Far from Home” left off with none other than J.K. Simmons (“Whiplash”, “SpiderMan”) reprising his role as J. Jonah Jameson unmasking Peter, played by Tom Holland (“Edge of Winter,” “Uncahrted”), by calling him by name and accusing him of murdering Mysterio while in London. Peter and girlfriend MJ, played by Zendaya (“Dune”, “The Greatest Showman”), end up in F.B.I. headquarters being grilled about their involvement. Making matters worse, they also haul in his best friend Ned, played by Jacob Batalon (“Reginald the Vampire”, “Let It Snow”), Aunt May, played by Marisa Tomei (“My Cousin Vinny”, “The King of Staten Island”), and his mentor Happy Hogan, played by Jon Favreau (“Chef”, “Singers”), for questioning. They are all released after lawyering up, but Peter finds no solace in school. He is greeting by a cacophony of voices either cheering or jeering him making him yearn for his anonymity. Peter thinks he might be able to adjust and looks forward to college next year where he will be less known; however, rejection letters pile in for him and for anyone associated with him. Feeling like his existence is making everyone he loves miserable, Peter seeks out “the wizard” Doctor Strange, played by Benedict Cumberbatch (“Star Trek Into Darkness”, “The Imitation Game”), whom he fought alongside during the events in “Avengers: Infinity War”; hoping that Strange might have a spell to go back in time and undo the damage Mysterio caused. He is disappointed to be reminded that Doctor Strange no longer has possession of the time stone, but Strange offers to cast a spell to make everyone forget who Peter Parker is. The spell goes awry and instead starts bringing anyone who knew SpiderMan in their own universe into this one; including the formidable villains mentioned above. Peter is once again faced with cleaning up a mistake he made and must find a way to keep these villains from wreaking havoc before Doctor Strange can send them

Even movie reviewers take some time for the Holidays. David Josselyn relaxes with his friend Spider-Man at the Alamo Drafthouse. back to their own universe. The Good The plot truly centers around Peter and the unintended consequences of his actions. He considers making decisions that may cause himself pain and loneliness to do what’s right by everyone else. He has a proclivity for making decisions on his own without consulting the people he trusts and learns that it is okay to reach out for help, even when he is the smartest person in the room. The acting is incredible. There is a wide range of emotions, both subtle and extreme in this movie from many characters. It is a pleasure to watch. The visual effects are very good. The crew must have had extra time to work on this one and it shows. There are still some scenes that could be tweaked, but those can be forgiven. The score. Oh my, the score. Michael Giacchino masters the intertwining themes from all past movies into something new. His score adds to each scene spectacularly well. There is a needed message of selflessness and responsibility woven

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throughout. Something we could all use as we muddle through the next phase of a global pandemic. The Bad The writing was inconsistent; at times wonderful, but then awkward and forced. The cheese factor, while very much a Spider-Man characteristic, was a bit much. The cinematography gets marked down once again for relying way too much on a sound studio instead of real locations. While the movie takes place in our real world, some of the backgrounds were not real enough. In Summary This movie delivered almost everything fans wanted; a nostalgic return to some amazing villains interacting with the current iteration of Spider-Man, while adhering to some necessary emotional plot points. It sets the groundwork for the baddie group known as The Sinister Six who are long-time nemeses of Peter Parker. There are tears, there are cheers, and most of all, there are smiles on the theater patrons as they walk out at the end. The movie is rated PG-13 for sequences of action and violence, some language, and brief suggestive comments (I can’t recall what that is referring to, so must not have been too egregious). The movie will have more meaning if you have seen the prior Spider-Man iterations, or at least know enough about what happens to catch the connections; however, it may not be necessary to have seen any of them to enjoy this one. The movie delves into the MCU’s source for their upcoming movies, the multiverse. Prior to seeing this, I feared that the multiverse storylines may get too confusing and chaotic for regular nongeeky viewers, but “No Way Home” seems to have just dipped its toe into the surface and stayed grounded in our reality. Spider-Man fans will love this film. On a scale of five, my lovely wife rates it five web shooters (she wanted to rate it 100 out of 5 for the acting alone and I reinterpreted it within a consistent scale); and I rate it four and a half tingly tingles.

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SENIOR-AT-LARGE

“A simple twist of fate” BY LARRY GRIECO

When I was attending the State University of NY at Buffalo (SUNYAB), between 1965 and 1970, I was an undergrad majoring in English and minoring in Philosophy. Either or both of these academic choices would have been ideal if I wished to pursue a law degree later on. This did not escape me, and I thought long and hard about becoming a lawyer. When I graduated in 1970, I decided to enter VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) and spent a year on an Indian reservation. My project was located on the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation, located half in North Dakota and half in South Dakota. There were originally seven of us community organizers, assigned to various districts of the reservation. Six were paired off, working in three districts, and I, the odd man out, was assigned to work alone in a district called Bullhead. The first thing anyone ever said to me in Bullhead was, “There’s no law and order here you know.” I had one of a handful of phones in Bullhead. In the dead of winter, South Dakota style, I got a phone call in the middle of the night. It was from a doctor at the Public Health Service hospital in Fort Yates, about 60 miles away. He told me the elderly wife of a Bullhead resident had passed away in the hospital, and that the husband, also elderly, had an extremely weak heart. He wanted me to go to the man’s house, wake him up, and gently break the news to him that his wife had passed. Ordinarily the doctor would have called the husband directly and probably told him his wife had “taken a turn for the worse.” First, the man had no phone, and second, the doctor was

afraid the trip to the hospital would be so stressful that the man probably would have had a heart attack on the way. Thus, the best course of action would be for me to tell him his wife was dead. I was 25 years old and had never been away from home before. The temperature outside was below zero and the snow was coming down in a blizzard. Looking back at this 50 years later, it all sounds incredible, but at the time it was happening, it seemed reasonable enough. I bundled up and ventured out in the storm. I had a government car, a Plymouth, about the size of a small yacht, and I drove to the man’s house. There was a porch and I walked up the steps and knocked on the door. There was no answer from inside. Suddenly a snow-covered pile of blankets moved and the man I was there to see rose up out of it. He had been sleeping on the porch, under the blankets which were covered by a couple of inches of snow. I told him I had news about his wife. He asked if she was all right, and I didn’t know what to say, until these words came out of my mouth, pretty much on their own, “She’s gone.” It took a few seconds to register in his mind, and then he let out a wail like I had never heard before. Some of his family members came outside and consoled him, while I stood there asking myself, “What am I doing here?”—meaning here in South Dakota in the middle of the night on an Indian reservation telling a man his wife was dead in sub-zero weather during a blizzard. Talk about a coming-of-age moment. What did I expect to happen if I was going to immerse myself in a

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different culture, in a strange environment, without my customary support system? Did I think nobody was ever going to involve me in a situation that was completely foreign to me? The doctor probably thought, “Isn’t there a VISTA volunteer there in Bullhead? Thank goodness he can break the bad news of the loss of the man’s wife!” Little did he know that I was a 25-year-old kid completely out of my element, unready and unprepared to do what seemingly had to be done, not knowing how. Within an hour someone must have woken up someone else and when the pre-dawn light was showing itself, there was heard throughout the town the ringing of a bell, as was the custom, to let everyone know as they were waking that one of their own had died during the night. I had to have the meaning of the bell explained to me, and that it also chimed to signify someone being born. If this was the practice in any major city on the planet, there would be bells ringing constantly day and night, announcing births and deaths, and nobody would get any sleep. I spent a year in Bullhead, drove several government cars into the ground, and returned to Buffalo in 1971 to begin the rest of my life. Soon after returning, I found myself in the Rathskeller, the cafeteria on the campus of SUNYAB, and happened to be sitting across the table from John Ellison, professor in the School of Information and Library Studies (SILS). It was typical of John to begin talking with me and within a few minutes he learned that I was a returning VISTA volunteer, having lived for a year at Standing Rock. He asked me what I was going to do, to which I answered, “I don’t know.” He said, “I know. You’re going to be a librarian and use the knowledge and skills of your experiences to provide library services to communities that are in need.” He recruited me on the spot and helped me get into graduate school in library science when I had a less than spectacular undergraduate grade point average. He got me a “provisional acceptance” in SILS, which I turned into a full acceptance after one semester of straight “A” grades. He mentored me from the moment we met in the cafeteria to his death some 45 years later. When my mother

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POLICE OFFICER Entry Level - Lateral, City of Black Hawk. Hiring Range: $67,260 - $89,541 DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefits package and exceptional opportunity to serve in Colorado’s premiere gaming community located 18 miles west of Golden. The City supports its employees and appreciates great service! If you are interested in serving a unique historical city and enjoy working with diverse populations visit the City’s website at www. cityofblackhawk.org for more information and to apply online for this limited opportunity. Requires High School Diploma or GED, valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record, must be at least 21 years of age, and must be Colorado POST certified by date of hire. The City accepts online applications for Police Officer positions year round. Applications will remain active for one (1) year from the date of submission. EOE. 48+ [TFN] Roy’s Last Shot Restaurant is hiring wait staff and cooks. Call 303-642-7870. [TFN] Gilpin County is currently hiring for the following positions: • Custodian • Equipment Operator I— starting pay $21.00 / hour • Guest Services Representative (Part-time) • Facilities Maintenance Technician • Food Pantry Volunteer Coordinator (Part-Time) • Motor Vehicle Technician • Office Assistant—Assessor’s Office (Part-Time) • Office Assistant—Public Works • Road & Bridge Worker (Seasonal) • Senior Services Aide & Transportation Driver • Sports Official (Part-Time) Sheriff’s Office: • Communications Specialist I • Communications Specialist II • Corporal - Detentions • Deputy - Patrol • Detentions Officer - NonCertified • Detentions Officer - PostCertified To review employment opportunities and apply, go to http://www.gilpincounty.org. [TFN]

Gilpin County Arts Association, is seeking a treasurer, bookkeeper, and secretary on our board. gilpinarts@gmail.com. [TFN]

CITY OF CENTRAL-PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT The City of Central is seeking qualified applicants for a fulltime Public Works Maintenance Worker. The ideal candidate should have a High School diploma or GED and one year of experience as a construction laborer. The candidate should possess a valid Class B Colorado Driver’s License or be capable of obtaining one within three months of the date of hire. The position is required to perform

a wide variety of unskilled and semi-skilled work in maintenance, construction and repair of the CIty’s infrastructure and facilities including but not limited to highways, roads, bridges, streets, curbs, sidewalks, buildings, and other city-owned properties, operates trucks and light equipment incidental to the work. Hourly rate begins at $18.96 per hour and is dependent on qualifications and experience. A detailed job description can be found on the City’s website www.centralcity.colorado. gov. Qualified applicants should submit an employment application which can be found at www.centralcity.colorado. gov. to the Finance/Human Resources Director at arobbins@ cityofcentral.co or mail to (P.O. Box 249, Central City, CO 80427). The position is open until filed; however, applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. [TFN]

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (EMERGENCY 911 DISPATCHER), City of Black Hawk. Hiring range is $52,444 - $60,311, DOQ/E. Position is responsible for the operation of the emergency communications console including the receipt of calls and proper dispatch of appropriate equipment and personnel to provide assistance to the citizens and visitors of Black Hawk in the areas of Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services. Requires high school diploma or GED; valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record; ability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be at least 19 years of age. Applicant must successfully complete several pre-employment tests including but not limited to typing, mathematical and multi-tasking skills, psychological exam, physical exam, drug testing, and background investigation as conditions of employment The City provides an excellent retirement package (up to 12% match) with benefits for you and your eligible dependents which include medical coverage (employees pay 10% of the premium), dental/vision coverage provided by the City at no cost to you, and a generous combined leave package (sick, vacation, holiday, and floating holiday) that totals over seven weeks of paid leave annually. For more information or to be considered for the position, please visit www. cityofblackhawk.org and click on the Job Openings link to apply online. Please upload a cover letter and resume with your application. Applicants are subject to skills testing, behavioral analysis, and drug screen. EOE [TFN]

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Hawk Hiring Range: MW I $22.4370 - $25.8024, MW III $23.5586 - $27.0927 per hour. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to serve in Colorado’s premiere gaming community located 18 miles west of Golden. Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, Valid Colorado Class R driver’s license Class B or A preferred. Ability to obtain a Class A driver’s license within two years of employment. Applicant must have ability to lift 80 pounds. The City provides an excellent retirement package (up to 12% match) with benefits for you and your eligible dependents which include medical coverage (employees pay 10% of the premium), dental/vision coverage provided by the City at no cost to you, and a generous combined leave package (sick, vacation, holiday, and floating holiday) that totals over seven weeks of paid leave annually. For more information or to be considered for the position, please visit www. cityofblackhawk.org and click on the Job Openings link to apply online. Please upload a cover letter and resume with your application. EOE [TFN]

Supervisor, provides a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, repair, inspection, restoration, and cleaning of both City occupied and leased buildings and facilities. Works varied schedule to limit the disruption to City operations. Responds to calls for maintenance and repair services 24/7. Requirements HS Diploma or GED; Minimum of three (3) years of experience in building maintenance or custodial work. The City provides an excellent retirement package (up to 12% match) with benefits for you and your eligible dependents which include medical coverage (employees pay 10% of the premium), dental/vision coverage provided by the City at no cost to you, and a generous combined leave package (sick, vacation, holiday, and floating holiday) that totals over seven weeks of paid leave annually. For more information or to be considered for the position, please visit www.cityofblackhawk.org and click on the Job Openings link to apply online. Please upload a cover letter and resume with your application. EOEwww. cityofblackhawk.org. Applicants must apply online and resumes must be attached to be considered. [TFN]

WATER MANAGER, DOQ/E. City of Black Hawk Hiring Range: $119,710 - $155,623, Annually. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to serve in Colorado’s premiere gaming community located 18 miles west of Golden. Requirements: Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or related field, and considerable experience in civil engineering work. Seven (7) years of increasingly progressive responsible Public Works and Utilities design/review and construction experience required. Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in the State of Colorado, Class A water treatment license preferred. Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record. The City provides an excellent retirement package (up to 12% match) with benefits for you and your eligible dependents which include medical coverage (employees pay 10% of the premium), dental/vision coverage provided by the City at no cost to you, and a generous combined leave package (sick, vacation, holiday, and floating holiday) that totals over seven weeks of paid leave annually. For more information or to be considered for the position, please visit www. cityofblackhawk.org and click on the Job Openings link to apply online. Please upload a cover letter and resume with your application. EOE [TFN]

THE CITY OF BLACK HAWK is currently accepting applications for a full-time Facilities Maintenance Technician I. Hiring Range for Facilities Maintenance Tech I $24.9697–$28.7154, per hour DOQ/E. Under the direction of the Facilities Maintenance

CIVIL ENGINEER, City of Black Hawk. HIRING RANGE: $83,832 - $96,407 DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to work in Colorado’s premier gaming community. This is highly responsible work in planning, managing, and coordinating a variety of capital improvement projects throughout the City of Black Hawk. This position includes capital improvement project contract administration and coordination and review of utility improvement and private development projects. Work is reviewed by the City Engineer and Director of Public Works through observation, conferences, reports, and achievement of desired objectives. The City provides an excellent retirement package (up to 12% match) with benefits for you and your eligible dependents which include medical coverage (employees pay 10% of the premium), dental/vision coverage provided by the City at no cost to you, and a generous combined leave package (sick, vacation, holiday, and floating holiday) that totals over seven weeks of paid leave annually. For more information or to be considered for the position, please visit www. cityofblackhawk.org and click on the Job Openings link to apply online. Please upload a cover letter and resume with

your application. EOE [TFN]

FIRE MARSHAL, City of Black Hawk. Hiring Range: $111,280 - $127,972 DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to serve in Colorado’s premiere gaming community located 18 miles west of Golden. Requires Associates Degree in Fire Science or related field. A valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record. Must be certified by the State of Colorado as a Fire Inspector II. Fire Suppression System Inspector, (certification may be attained within 6 months of employment) and have 5 years’ experience in the fire inspection field. The City provides an excellent retirement package (up to 12% match) with benefits for you and your eligible dependents which include medical coverage (employees pay 10% of the premium), dental/vision coverage provided by the City at no cost to you, and a generous combined leave package (sick, vacation, holiday, and floating holiday) that totals over seven weeks of paid leave annually. For more information or to be considered for the position, please visit www. cityofblackhawk.org and click on the Job Openings link to apply online. Please upload a cover letter and resume with your application to be considered. [TFN]

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LEGALS

The Postscript byprevious Carrie —Continued from page—Classon

“Bad jokes” BY CARRIE CLASSON

My Uncle Andy recently turned 90, and it was hard to imagine what a guy would like for his 90th birthday. At 90, getting a lot of new stuff doesn’t sound very appealing. Andy is in the process of getting rid of stuff, a job made more challenging by the fact that neither he nor his wife, Bea, have any children to fob the stuff off on. Andy and Bea live in the farmhouse where my mom was raised, and we were stumped when the subject of a 90th birthday present came up. “What does Andy like?” I asked my mom.

“Bad jokes,” my mom answered. “How about a book of bad jokes? We could make one as a family.” So I put out the call for bad jokes on the family Facebook page. At first, I heard nothing. I don’t know many jokes, and I was worried I’d have to make a joke book by myself in time for the party in the small country church near the old farmhouse. Then I got an email from my cousin Sarah. What do you a call a deer with one eye? A one-eyed deer.

What do you call a deer with no eyes? No eye deer! And the floodgates were opened. Q: What’s brown and sticky? A: A stick.” Who’s bigger? Mr. Bigger or Mr. Bigger’s Baby? Mr. Bigger’s Baby! He’s just a little bigger. I was flooded with jokes. I got shaggy dog jokes, knockknock jokes, and Ole and Lena jokes. I got lots of jokes about farms since Andy is a retired farmer. What did the cow say to the

calf? “It’s pasture bedtime.” Before it was over, I had a book filled with terrible jokes sent in by Andy’s family. I was glad we had done it, glad my family had come through, glad they’d all chipped in to give Andy something to laugh about on the occasion of his 90th. The New Year is upon us, and I don’t think I’m the only one who needs a little more to laugh about. I usually have no trouble finding the upside, but lately there seems to be more bad news than I can process in any given day. It’s easy to believe, looking out on

FORECLOSURE COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 21-01PT To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 26, 2021, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Gilpin records. Original Grantor(s) ............................... Jeramy W Meyers AND Jessica L Laubisch Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR BROKER SOLUTIONS, INC. DBA NEW AMERICAN FUNDING, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt ................ BROKER SOLUTIONS, INC. DBA NEW AMERICAN FUNDING Date of Deed of Trust ...................................... March 28, 2016 County of Recording .......................................................Gilpin Recording Date of Deed of Trust.................... March 30, 2016 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) .............................................................. 155997 Original Principal Amount ................................... $441,849.00 Outstanding Principal Balance ........................... $412,919.63 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

central angle of 23°15’ and an arc length of 39.45 feet to a point of tangent; thence N. 18°47’30” E., a distance of 19.97 feet to a point of terminus on the south right-of-way line of coyote circle being 44.76 feet from the northeast corner of said Lot 66, County of Gilpin, State of Colorado. APN #: 171131301132 Also known by street and number as: 1447 Coyote Circle, Black Hawk, CO 80422. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00a.m. on Thursday, 02/24/2022, at The Office of the Gilpin County Public Trustee, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

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DATE: 10/26/2021

Exhibit ‘A’ Lot 67, Plat of Aspen Springs Filing No. 1, Together with a 25 foot wide ingress - egress easement located in Lot 66, Plat of Aspen Springs Filing No. 1, Gilpin County, State of Colorado whose centerline is described as follows: Commencing at the southeast corner of said Lot 66; thence N. 19°52’30” E., along the east line of said Lot 66, a distance of 335.0 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence N. 38°37’30” W., a distance of 44.00 feet to a point of curve; thence on a curve to the right having a radius of 44.4 feet, a central angle of 48°30’, an arc length of 37.58 feet to a point of tangent; thence N. 0°52’30” E., a distance of 66.0 feet to a point of curve; thence on a curve to the right having a radius of 63.92 feet, a central angle of 34°45’, and an arc length of 38.77 feet to a point of tangent; thence N. 44°37’30” E., a distance of 14.00 feet to a point of curve; thence on a curve to the left having a radius of 84.72 feet, a central angle of 39°00’ and an arc length of 57.66 feet to a point of tangent; thence N. 5°37’30” E., a distance of 32.00 feet to a point of curve; thence on a curve to the right having a radius of 91.20 feet, a central angle of 36°25’ and an arc length of 57.97 feet to a point of tangent; thence N. 42°02’30” E., a distance of 16.50 feet to a point of curve; thence on a curve to the left having a radius of 97.22 feet, a

the gray weather and reading the dire news, that this year might not bring all the good things I hope for, that this year might let me down, that there might not be as much to look forward to as there has been in past years. And I guess that’s where bad jokes come in. Andy broke his leg not too long ago and is still using a walker to get around. We wonder how long he and Bea will be able to stay at the old farmhouse, outside of town on a lonely country road. But as I sat there watching Bea and Andy laughing at terrible jokes and eating birthday cake, I realized they understood all of this. Because most of what makes a good year good, and a bad year bad, has nothing to do with the big picture. Most of it has to do with how I feel and behave in any given day, at any given moment. And sometimes, all that is needed to change that moment is a reason to laugh. Sometimes all that is needed is to laugh for no reason at all. People say they pick their nose, but I feel I was born with mine. For no reason at all, that made my day. Till next time, Carrie Carrie Classon’s memoir is called “Blue Yarn.” Learn more at CarrieClasson.com.

Mary R. Lorenz Public Trustee in and for the County of Gilpin State of Colorado By: Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn Janeway #15592 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 21-025939 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Published in The Weekly Register Call First Publication: December 30, 2021 Last Publication: January 27, 2022 Legal # 5186 _________________

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

PEAK TO PEAK ROTARY CLUB Thursday mornings at 11 a.m.; Regulary scheduled community meetings at the Century Casino. Email mlorenz.rotary@ outlook.com for more information.

Regularly Scheduled Community Meetings PUBLIC MEETINGS IN GILPIN COUNTY • AA Meetings - Sundays at 6 p.m. (St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 226 E. First High St., Central City) • Al-Anon Meetings - Thursdays at 7 p.m. (St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 226 E. First High St., Central City) • Alzheimer’s Caregivers - 3rd Monday, 4 p.m. (Mt Evans Health Care, 3081 Bergen Peak Dr, Bergen Park)

GILPIN COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION Holiday Hours December 27 – January 1 Monday 12/27: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday 12/28: CLOSED Wednesday 12/29: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday 12/30: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday 12/31: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday 1/1: CLOSED Sunday 1/2: CLOSED

• American Legion - 4th Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

POOL Hours December 27 - 31 Monday: 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thursday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

• Gilpin County Democrats - 4th Thursday, 7 p.m. (GC Library - gilpincountydems.org/contact.html)

Movie Night @ the Pool, January 7, 5:30 p.m., free entry – Snacks available for purchase *NO GLASS* New Year New You Health Fair, January 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. This event is FREE to the public and the perfect place to jumpstart your health journey! Try out some healthy treats, discounts on memberships, kids’ corner and more! Clinica Health, Gilpin Co. Public Health, Nurses Station, Massage Therapy, Sound Healing, Essential Oils, Acupuncture, Fitness Class Demos Youth Basketball - Late Registration Still Open Practice starts week of 1/17/22. Games Saturdays 1/29 – 3/19, $80/Resident Child, $92/Non-Resident Child. Volunteer Coach for U7 age group needed! Coach’s kids play free! Pottery for Beginners Mondays, 1/24 – 2/28 (6 weeks), 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m., $120/ session. Class will focus on common pottery forms such as cups and bowls. We’ll cover an intro to both wheel-thrown and handbuilt techniques and glaze the pots near the end of the session. Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League Thursdays, 1/27 – 3/10, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Ages 14+, $100/ team - Registration ends 1/24 - Masks required. NEW! Family Gym Time,Thursdays 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. Balls, Mats, Climbing Wall & More – 18+ Supervision required - $2/person. Hatha Yoga: Mondays, Fridays 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Asana Stretching/Yoga: Mondays, Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:45p.m. Senior Fit: Mondays, Fridays 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Taekwondo: Mondays, Wednesdays 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Taekwondo & Kinder Kicks: Mondays, Wednesdays 6 – 7 p.m. Fitness Yoga/Core: Saturdays 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Pickleball: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Aquafit: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. NEW YEAR’S EVE December 31, 1 p.m., Central City Elks Lodge - New Year’s Eve Celebration. Dancing, cheap drinks, football playoffs - dress up or come as you are.

• Black Hawk City Council - 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 3 p.m. (BH Council Chambers) • Central City Council - 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 7 p.m. (Central City Hall) • Central City Historic Preservation Commission, 2nd Wed if needed (Central City Hall) • Central City Planning Commission, 1st Wednesday, if needed (Central City Hall) • Elk's Lodge Members - 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:30 p.m. (Central City Elk’s Lodge) • Friends of the Gilpin County Library - 2nd Thursday, 10 a.m. (GC Library) • Gilpin Ambulance Authority - 2nd Wednesday, 10 a.m. (495 Apex Valley Rd) • Gilpin County Commissioners - Alternating Tuesdays, 9 a.m. (old GC Courthouse, 203 Eureka Street, 2 floor) • Gilpin County Historic Advisory Commission, quarterly on Tuesdays, 7 p.m. (GC Library) 303-582-5831 • Gilpin County Planning Commission, 2nd Tuesday, 7 p.m. (GC Courthouse Central City) 303-582-5831x3 • Gilpin County Public Library Board of Trustees - 2nd Thursday, 7 p.m. (GC Library) • Gilpin County Republicans - 1st Thursday, 7 p.m., January 6, 117 Eureka St. (email GCRCGilpin@gmail.com) • Gilpin County School Board of Education - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. (GC School Board Room) • Gilpin County Senior Living - 1st Monday, 6:30 p.m. (GC School Board Room) • High Country Auxiliary - 4th Tuesday, odd number months, 7 p.m. (Gilpin County Library) 303-582-5367 • Main Street Central City Commission - 3rd Wednesday each month, 6 p.m. (Central City Hall) • Masonic Lodge - 2nd Wednesday each month, 6 p.m. (Central City Masonic Lodge, E 1st High door) • Narcotics Anonymous - Every Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Loaves and Fishes, 545 Hwy 103 Idaho Springs) • Nederland Community Clothing Closet - 1st & last Thursday & every Saturday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Nederland Community Center) • Peak to Peak Choir Rehearsal - Wednesdays 7-9 (Gilpin Library) 303-642-0276 • Peak to Peak Rotary - Thursdays 11 a.m. Email mlorenz.rotary@outlook.com (Century Casino) • Timberline Fire Protection District - changes each month, 6 p.m. (TFPD Station) Check https://timberlinefpd.colorado.gov/elected-officials-board-of-directors • VFW - 4th Tuesday, 7 p.m. Call 303-999-7728 for meeting location

Public Meetings in Nederland • Nederland Board of Trustees - 2nd Tuesdays

Gilpin Arts Presents Ruth Briggs Briggs and her beautiful & unique fiber fiber art With Pottery by Steve Briggs 11/27/2021 – 1/8/2022

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Gilpin County Arts Association Presents a Featured show by Ruth Briggs exhibiting her beautiful & unique quilted fiber art in concert with Steve Briggs a long time potter. With beautiful pieces by both artists that complement each other in style and color pallet. Opening reception will be held at 117 Eureka Street, Central City, CO Saturday November 27th from 1pm to 3 pm Come one, come all - with a snow date of December 4th from 1pm to 3 pm All are welcomed, reception is free of charge. A holiday sale will be held with 20% off gallery wide. Come and celebrate the beautiful art work by long time Colorado artists Ruth & Steve Briggs.

Gilpin Arts/ Show Opens November 27

through January 8

Open Thurs – Sun 11am to 4pm

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- On December 20, at approximately 0038 hours, Officer Sayers and Officer Geerdes were dispatched to a female with difficulty breathing who later stopped breathing inside the Isle of Capri Casino, 401 Main St. Officer Sayers, Officer Geerdes, and members of the Black Hawk Fire Department performed CPR and were able to get a pulse back on the female. The female was transported to the hospital. - On December 20, at approximately 1030 hours, Officer B. Davis responded to the Ameristar Casino on a report of an attempted vehicle theft. Suspect information, case is ongoing. - On December 20, Officer Adler responded to the KMM Garage (255 Main Street), for a stolen vehicle. Report taken. - On December 20, at approximately 1050 hours, Sergeant Encinias took a phone report regarding lost or stolen diamond earrings from a hotel room at the Ameristar Casino. The incident occurred on December 18, 2021. The incident is under investigation. - On December 20, at approximately 1152 hours, Black Hawk Police contacted a male party inside city hall, 201 Selak Street, who walked in and requested police. The party was giving signs of having a mental episode but posed no signs of harm to himself or others. He also didn’t indicate any signs he needed a forced medical evaluation. The party was released to walk home in Central City. His family called a little later and stated earlier in the day he was waving around knives saying people were in the walls and hacking the Wi-Fi. Due to the fact he was endangering others due to his mental state he was found walking up Spring Street in Central City and placed on a 72-hour mental health hold. - On December 20, Officer Hansen responded to the Monarch Casino 488 Main Street on the report of stolen cell phone. Upon arrival it was determined the cell phone was lost on December 19, 2021, between 1840 hours and 1900 hours, in the hotel lobby area. Security was notified that night but law enforcement was not notified until today. The phone was still registering inside the building and moving. Officer Hansen walked the building on multiple levels with the owner however the phone was not located. A report was taken. - On December 20, Officer Adler responded to the KMM parking garage (255 Main Street), for stolen automotive parts. Report taken. - On December 20, at approximately 1632 hours, Officers responded to 401 Main Street, the Isle casino on a report of suspicious activity. - On December 20, at approximately 2020 hours, Officers responded to the 5800 block of Highway 119 for a motor vehicle crash involving a single

vehicle vs. 2 signs and a light pole. The driver was driving on an instruction permit only and arrested for the suspicion of driving under the influence. The driver was the only occupant of the vehicle and no injuries were reported. - On December 20, Officer Geerdes was dispatched to a phone report of a stolen credit card being used at the Ameristar Casino, 111 Richman St., Black Hawk. The case is under investigation with a female suspect being identified. - On December 20, at approximately 2136 hours, Officer Sayers took a phone report of unlawful sexual contact that happened at the Ameristar Casino. - On December 22, Officer Geerdes contacted a male for a welfare check at the Lady Luck Casino parking garage, 333 Main St., Black Hawk. The male was arrested for five warrants. - On December 22, at approximately 0525 hours, BHPD Officers were dispatched to the Ameristar Casino on a report of domestic harassment, child abuse, and criminal mischief. Suspect information is available and a warrant will be issued. - On December 22, at approximately 0959 hours, Sergeant Encinias responded to the Monarch Casino on theft from a motor vehicle. An unknown male party was observed entering the vehicle at approximately 0108 hours. The suspect has not been identified. - At approximately 1150 hours on December 22, Officer Hansen conducted a traffic stop with a silver Dodge Durango which had expired temporary tags. The driver of the vehicle and the vehicle were known to Officer Hansen and it was known the driver did not have a valid license and had been given many warnings previously about the registration and his driver’s status. The driver had 2 CICJIS warrants and he was unable to provide valid proof of insurance for this vehicle. The previous warrants also included failure to provide proof of insurance as well as his expired tags. The vehicle was towed and the party was arrested. The jail called later stating they released him so Officer Hansen picked him up from the jail and gave a courtesy transport to the City of Black Hawk. A report was completed. - On December 22, Officer Geerdes took a phone report of a possible stolen catalytic converter taken from a vehicle parked at the Z Casino parking lot, 101 Gregory St. The investigation is on-going. - On December 22, Officer Atencio assisted the Colorado Division of Gaming at 2256 hours at the Lodge Casino located at 240 Main Street with a suicidal party. - On December 23, Officers responded to the residence at 251 Church Street on the

report of theft of delivery packages. A report was taken. - On December 23, Officer Atencio took a report of a stolen car which was stolen from the Lodge Casino located at 240 Main Street. - On December 23, Officer Espinosa responded to the Lodge Casino on the report of a lost phone. - On December 24, Officers responded to 100 blk of Cooper Street on the report of a traffic accident. A report was taken. - On December 24, Officer Hough was dispatched to the Monarch Casino on an emailed threat to shoot up the casino’s poker room on Christmas along with staff members who were called out by name. Persons of interest were developed, and follow-up investigations are ongoing. Command and supporting agencies were notified and briefed. Police visibility was increased through steppedup Vehicle and Foot Patrols in the area. - On December 24, the Black Hawk Police Department responded to a welfare check on a party that was screaming at the Black Hawk Bally’s West Casino. The male party was contacted and found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The suspect resisted arrest and attempted to flee on foot. The suspect was taken into custody and transported to the Gilpin County Jail. - On December 24, Officers responded to the Ameristar Casino on the report of a physical disturbance. A female party was arrested for harassment (DV). - On December 24, Officer Espinosa responded to the Golden Gates Casino on the report of a lost wallet. - On December 25, Black Hawk Police Officer Brobbey responded to Isle Casino on a theft report. Suspect was not on scene upon my arrival. Casino staff could not identify the suspect. Case is inactive. - On December 24, at 2348 hours, Officer Atencio responded to a harassment at the Ameristar Casino located at 111 Richman Street, a suspect was issued a summons. - On December 25, Officers responded to the Monarch Casino on the report of a dog left in a vehicle. The owner could not be found, and the dog was removed from the charge and taken to the animal shelter. A report was taken. - On December 25, the Black Hawk Police Department responded to a report of a possible disturbance that was reported in a vehicle located in the 100 block of Main Street. A witness reported seeing a female party get pushed out of a vehicle. The female party was located. A male suspect has been identified and the situation is being investigated. - On December 25, at approximately 1757 hours, Officer Atencio assisted Colorado

Division of Gaming with a resisting suspect. The party was arrested. - On December 25, Officer Atencio issued a summons to a suspect who pulled a fire alarm when there was no fire at 2233 Hours, at the Isle Casino Located at 401 Main Street. - On December 25, Black Hawk Police Officer Brobbey responded to Lady Luck parking garage level 6 on a theft report. No suspect/s have been identified at the moment. - On December 26, at approximately 1229 hours, Officer B. Davis responded to the Lady Luck Casino on a report of a hit and run traffic accident. - On December 26, at approximately 1620 hours, Officers responded to the Isle Casino 401 Main Street on the report of a stolen wallet. Upon backtracking surveillance 2 suspects were identified and later located in the Lady Luck hotel. The female suspect was issued a citation for theft. The male party she was with had multiple felony and misdemeanor war-

rants and arrested. The male party was not the party who stole the wallet but search incident to arrest for his warrants, multiple drugs and drug items were found on his person. The male was booked into the Gilpin County Jail with multiple new charges. - On December 26, at approximately 1858 hours, Officers responded to 488 Main Street the Monarch Casino parking garage on a catalytic converter theft. There is no suspect information. - On December 26, Officer Geerdes took a phone report of property possibly lost on level 5 in the Ameristar Casino parking garage , 111 Richman St., Black Hawk. Surveillance was unable to see the property being dropped or left behind. - On December 26, at approximately 2000 hours, Officers responded to 401 Main Street, the Isle parking garage, on a stolen license plate call. No suspect has been identified at this time.

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