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I rode shotgun with Gary King last Thursday delivering the Weekly Register-Call (WRC) to over 40 distribution locations. Just so you know, the WRC is printed in Berthoud at the Loveland/ Longmont printing plant now owned by The Denver Post. They have a wonderful German printing press that allows us to print color on every page as you readers must have observed. They also do the bundling and addressing of the newspaper and then address the papers for the Black Hawk and Central City post offices. In past years Gary King and Addie had to label all of the newspapers by hand. This has saved Gary time so he can write sports and cover events. What a great couple they are and an asset to the newspaper and Gilpin County. Hurrah for the Kings. Gary and I have become good friends and we visit about the county, the schools, and local sporting events. Our first stops are four locations in Nederland with major paper racks at the Ace Hardware and the B&F Mountain Market. They both report that they get a considerable amount of business from Gilpin County residents and are good new friends. Next stop was the store in Rollinsville, and onward to Roy’s Last Shot Restaurant. I met Roy and Barbara for the first time - Roy has a big warm smile along with a healthy-looking beard. Barbara was busy for a large party. The restaurant was bustling with ham, turkey, foods being prepared for a county event later in the day. December 16 was Gary’s birthday, so he and Addie were going back later in the afternoon. Then we reached the post offices

and carried the large containers carrying hundreds of addressed copies to outstanding postmaster Doreen in Black Hawk who places them in the many boxes and rural routes. Then popped over to Central City post office to deliver more containers of addressed copies. We made numerous stops around both cities to boxes in many locations and store counters where they sell for $1.50 each week in the machines or racks. Newspaper economics don’t make much sense these days - the paper costs about 75 cents to print and another 30 cents to mail and we sell subscriptions for $49 and have discounts for veterans. If you do the math, it doesn’t add up well for the newspaper. No wonder newspapers have been going out of business but this one is surviving. What can you order and have delivered to your address for less than $1.00 a week? But, we love our readers and we must have readers to sell advertising that is the lifeblood of all newspapers. I view subscriptions as a vote of support for the precious oldest weekly newspaper in Colorado. I’m just the present custodian and have some great help from our local writers and lifelong Idaho Springs resident Danny Tomlinson who was honored by being installed for his second term as the Worthy Master of the Masonic Lodge. I related last week that there are three active Masonic Lodges in Gilpin County and another lodge in Georgetown. The early day miners needed friends and support for their incredible hard lives. This brotherhood was very patriotic with President Washington among some of the early day founding

fathers of the Masons. I’m a life member of the Craig Elks Lodge 1577. Prior to the arrival of gaming, I visited the local Elks Lodge and it was about the only place open on Main Street. I’ve also attended in past years the famous “Sow Belly” dinner at the Idaho Springs Lodge. Wife Gerri and I were honored to attend the installation of the new officers inside the historic masonic chambers going back to 1865 with original murals and paintings. What a grand part of Gilpin County history located in the original Register-Call building eventually sold to the Masons. The original newspaper presses and type cases are still on the second floor with the newspaper office that is our new home. A full circle for this 159-year-old newspaper where we’ve added 200 new papers delivered in the first three months, up to 1200 copies distributed each week - with 200 copies going to Idaho Springs and Georgetown enthusiastic readers. When we talk about numbers these are mailed to homes, and the census shows about four people per household, so that indicates over 4800 readers of this newspaper each and every week. Those are impressive numbers and growing every month. You might wonder about the Clear Creek readership, but we have found that readers in our neighboring towns are very interested in the community coverage that we bring to the Weekly Register-Call. I have read the Weekly Register-Call for over 50 years and have noticed the milling of gold in Idaho Springs, the baseball games played in Continued on page 3

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Gilpin County adopts 2022 budget with no tax hike BY DON IRELAND SENIOR REPORTER

REPORTING FROM THE DECEMBER 14 GILPIN BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING

Price tag aside, there’s nothing fancy about the 2022 Gilpin County budget that was approved unanimously by the Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners last week. There won’t be a millage increase. In fact, a few property owners will see a slight decrease in their tax bill because some property assessments will decrease slightly next year. The budget anticipates $25,434,050 in revenues for the next 12 months. Expenditures are expected to total $28,672,421. The difference between the two, $3,238,371, will be covered by county reserves. Commission Chair Linda Isenhart said the budget includes money for maintenance projects for some county

buildings that was postponed the past few years. It also will include funds to purchase two road graders since most of county roads aren’t paved. There also will be funds to increase salaries for workers, which will help them keep pace with wages offered in other counties. The county’s expenditures for 2022 include: - General Fund $18,983,602. - Public Works – $3,718,243. - Library – $518,639. - Public Health $434,645. - Human Services – $2,639,689. - Solid Waste – $434,645. - Conservation Trust Fund- $200,700.

Parks & Recreation$1,718,989. - Capital Improvements$0. The commissioners said the budget continues to help the county recover from the pandemic era of the past two years, during which time revenues plunged and programs were cut. Commissioner Web Sill noted that it is still an uncertain time economically because of growing inflation. “I think we’re going to have a wild ride the next 3 or 4 years,” he predicted. Sill complemented the county department leaders who worked on the 2022 budget - “There was an awful lot of work that went into this (budget).” He praised Commissioners Isenhart and Sandy

Hollingsworth for their work, saying it was developed with “good common sense for the citizens of Gilpin County.” Sill noted that “We want to be the finest small county in our state.” In other economic news, the commissioners voted to ask the state for an extension for its Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) grant until June 30, 2022. The county has received the GOCO grant for $109,724 that was supposed to be spent by the end of this year. However, county officials said it needed more time to finish plans for various projects and receive bids for the work. During the meeting, they approved paying $27,022.46 in bills from that fund for work that’s already

begun. Parks and Recreation Director Gabrielle Chisholm said the GOCO grant will be used for several projects, including work at the Pete Gones Memorial Park’s ballfields and playground and the Community Center. Proposed work at the recreation center includes purchasing new picnic tables and bear-proof trash cans, plus a new, six-foot fence for the northern side of the fairgrounds – primarily intended to help contain livestock during various events. The department director and commissioners plan to meet in early 2022 to solidify plans for using the grant money.

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Georgetown, the shipping of gold ore down the “Oh My God” early road to Idaho Springs. It would have made sense in the early days of naming counties that Clear Creek and Gilpin would have been put together, even along

with Golden where most of the mills were located. I would surmise that the larger populations at the time led to the splitting of the counties. Maybe Forest Whitman can explain it to us? We think that there is a

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two historic communities. The Central City Parkway adds to the togetherness of these communities along with mutual challenges of highways, traffic, health care services, banks and grocery store locations.

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HOLIDAY CHEER

The Winter Arts Festival returns to Gilpin County

BY DAVID JOSSELYN

A Gilpin tradition spanning just under a score of years returned to the Community Center on December 11-12. The Winter Arts Festival is a highly anticipated event by locals for its wonderful variety of treasures to buy as gifts, a chance to talk to the local political parties, and of course - the ultimate experience of visiting Santa. Except for the locker rooms and pool, the festival takes over the entirety of the Community Center filling it with local artisans, non-profit groups, musicians, politicians, school groups, scout groups, and church groups from top to bottom. Walking in the main doors, you are immediately greeted by some great folks

that have been donated to the shelter to raise money. Tummy rumbling smells drift from the Community Room where the Gilpin Boosters sell fair food to support Gilpin School. The room also houses the amazing face-painting crew giving children faces of cats, dogs, lions, tigers, and bears, and oddly unseasonal skeletons. The lounge is graced by a large Christmas tree lovingly decorated by staff next to a red couch where sits the old man of the North, Santa Claus. At least two vendors occupied the running track while the majority filled the gymnasium and hallways below. The Gilpin Republicans and Gilpin Democrats were each represented in the

medical facility. Locally, the Commissioner’s seat for District 2 will be up for grabs in 2022 and there is definite interest from both parties in filling the vacancy. Christ the King (CTK) Church had a presence at the festival this year advertising for their living nativity later the same day. CTK is a nondenomination church off Highway 46 just opposite the

Krystal Meyer prepares to have her picture taken with Santa. Krystal is the Event Coordinator for Gilpin Parks and Rec.

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Community Center with services every Sunday. Newcomers to the event included The Holistic Homestead and Mountain Goat Catering. The Holistic Homestead is a natural foods store that opened The gymnasium is transformed into a shopping mecca. You may even see a celebrity stop by. in Gilpin County professional mixologist and Imagination Library. Anne in 2018 and is delightful conversation. Schafer perched herself next to housed in the Professional Mountain Goat Catering a life-sized carboard cutout of Buildings just east of the features tasty affordable foods Dolly Parton to help educate Community Center off for those following specialized people about the program and Highway 46. Arwen Ek is diets. They do not have a sign kids up. The Imagination the driving force behind the home location but can be seen Library was started by Dolly store although she always at local farmers markets and Parton in 1995 distributing defers credit to her “wonderful events. free high-quality books to volunteers” who made it There was at least one children aged five and under. possible. The Homestead politician who was not Parton created the program will be hosting non-alcoholic campaigning, but rather happy hours soon with a Continued on page 10 putting her energy behind the

“Wishing you joy and peace this holiday season and throughout the brand new year! Time to ring the Christmas bell--Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel!” --Larry Grieco, Seniors Columnist, WRC

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Gilpin County drops some COVID restrictions, keeps others BY DON IRELAND SENIOR REPORTER

REPORTING FROM THE DECEMBER 14 GILPIN BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING

One Covid-19 restriction in Gilpin County has been changed while others remain in place for the new year, according to measures approved by the Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) at last week’s meeting. Here is a breakdown of what’s changed…and what hasn’t: - The mask mandate has ended for students and adults attending the Gilpin County RE-1 School building. Students are on a holiday break and will return to classes on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022. - Anyone visiting a Gilpin County government building must continue to wear a facemask. The mask mandate was part of a county health order approved several months ago.

Gilpin County will continue to remain under a Covid Disaster Declaration until April 5, 2022 – an extension to the current disaster declaration that was scheduled to expire on Dec. 31, 2021. Some of the mandates were approved quickly while others drew some heated debate among the commissioners. Dr. Dawn Comstock, Gilpin County’s public health director, recommended letting the school mask mandate expire on Dec. 16. The public health order was put in place months ago to protect students and adults in the school building. “It was largely effective and there were few outbreaks,” she noted. According to Dr. Comstock, Gilpin County should take a wait-and-see approach before determining if another school-mask mandate

would be appropriate next year because of current concerns regarding the Omicron variant. She noted that people who have Covid booster shots are 47.5 times less likely to require hospitalization. Currently, hospitals in Jefferson County are at 100 percent capacity due to Covid-19 while other Front Range hospitals are at 97% capacity. She recommended that all eligible residents should get their Covid-19 shots and a booster shot. The portion of Gilpin County’s Public Health Order #21-04 – requiring masks at county buildings – should be retained, according to Dr. Comstock. Responded Commission Chair Linda Isenhart, “I think we all know we’re not out of the woods yet (with this).” Commissioners Isenhart and Sandy Hollingsworth voted to extend the disaster

declaration, which was opposed by Commissioner Web Sill. The 2-1 vote came after County Attorney Brad Benning requested that the disaster declaration should be extended into next year. He said the federal Department of Health and Human Services extended its declaration until March 21. “We can always remove this disaster declaration if things get better.” Sill said he feels that Colorado Gov. Jared Polis declared an end to the Covid emergency at the state level during his appearances on recent television news shows. “I’d be remiss if I didn’t bring that up.” Hollingworth countered that Gilpin County could stand to lose Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding next year if the current disaster declaration isn’t extended.

Gilpin County stands to receive masks and other Covid-related supplies for no charge from the federal government if it continues to operate under a disaster declaration. If not, the county may have to pay for some of its supplies. “You’ve voted against every one of the disaster declarations,” she said to Sill. He responded, “I’d like to hold off from a decision.” In other BOCC news: COVID VACCINATIONS County Emergency Manager Nathan Whittington said Gilpin County’s Covid-19 positivity rate was 6.8% for the previous week and 73.8% of eligible residents have received an initial vaccination. Gilpin County continues to hold vaccination clinics at the library on Wednesdays Continued on page 10

Clear Creek 2000 Rotary Club sponsors new van for Loaves & Fishes Members of Clear Creek 2000 Rotary Club met Tuesday, December 14 to inspect the van Loaves & Fishes purchased to replace its unreliable old van. Loaves & Fishes is the only Food Bank operating in Clear Creek County, distributing food from its location at 545 Chicago Creek Rd, Idaho Springs. It is open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays. Clear

Creek 2000 Rotary delivered the $6,000 check to Loaves & Fishes’ directors, Randy Wright and Jan Shirlaw, joined by Taylor Billingsley, Executive Director and Knoelle Billingsley. Loaves & Fishes is using the van to expand its services in the community, including resuming a “backpack” program at Carlson Elementary School.

Presents featured show:

Photography by Richard Saxon Left (L to R): Bob Loeffler, Robert Smith, Marv Geisness of Clear Creek 2000 RotaryRight (L to R): Randy Wright, Jan Shirlaw, Taylor Billingsley, Knoelle Billingsley of Loaves & Fishes.

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National Wreaths Across America event stops to honor Veterans nearby BY DANNY TOMLINSON Wreaths Across America (WAA) is a national program begun at Arlington National Cemetery more than 20 years ago. It has expanded to now include more than 2,500 cemeteries across the country. The goal is to place a Christmas or holiday wreath on the grave of every veteran on the Saturday before Christmas each year. The program is supported by individual and corporate donors and the wreath-laying is done by volunteers at the different cemeteries. The Clear Creek County Veterans Coalition began participating in Wreaths Across America about five years ago and have each year placed more than 300 wreaths on the graves of veterans resting in the five cemeteries in Clear Creek County. These cemeteries are located at Idaho Springs, Dumont, Alvarado Road near Georgetown, Silver Plume, and Empire. In 2020 the program was expanded to include the Central City Masonic Cemetery on Nevadaville Road at the request of Danny Tomlinson, a United

States Navy veteran and the Master of Central Lodge #6, A.F.&A.M. On December 18, this year’s Wreaths Across America event started with a gathering of about 60 proud Americans at the Idaho Springs Elks Club. Many veterans and a large contingent of Masons were in the crowd. The Clear Creek High School Madrigal Singers sang the National anthem and Mason, veteran and piper John Harris provided the bagpipe music for the observance. Commemorative wreaths were then placed in the front of the room and each of the branches of military service was recognized. The volunteers then dispersed to the six different cemeteries for placing the wreaths. This was a moving event and an outstanding opportunity for each of us to pay our respects and to say “thank you” in a small way to those brave men and women who have sacrificed so much during their lives so that we can enjoy the freedoms of America. Hooyah! And Bravo Zulu!

US Navy Veteran Karen Hager prepares to hang the memorial wreath commemorating the United States Navy. Her husband John, also a US Navy veteran, looks on from the far left. Continued on page 14

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Gilpin County’s Hyper-Reach alert system notifies locals of warming shelter locations The Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office notified Gilpin County residents via Hyper-Reach on Wednesday, December 15, that a warming shelter will be open at the Justice Center. The address of the Justice Center is 2960 Dory Hill Road, and the warming shelter can be accessed at the lower court entrance. The shelter was open at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 15, and shelter will remain open as needed or until 10 p.m. if no one

December 15, 2021 Dear Gilpin County Residents, On December 14, 2021, the Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners took the advice from our Public Health Director, Dr. Dawn Comstock, to allow the current Public Health Order 21-04 regarding the mask mandate for the Gilpin County RE-1 School District to end on December 16, 2021. Masks are still required in all county-owned facilities. This does NOT mean that the pandemic has gone away or that we are not highly encouraging everyone to be vaccinated, take COVID-19 tests if you think you’ve

is utilizing it. Residents with pets were encouraged to stay at the barn located at 250 Norton Drive, near the Gilpin Community Center. For up-to-date information sign up for future Gilpin County text and email alerts or call 303-515-4300. To learn more about HyperReach, and receive urgent emergency messages like this quickly, visit https://signup.hyperreach.com/hyper_reach/sign_up_ page_2/?id=84582 .

been exposed to the virus, and wear masks when in public or at gatherings where social distancing is not possible. Your health is of utmost importance to us and we will be monitoring the COVID-19 numbers closely over the coming weeks as we go into the new year. If the numbers spike or there are outbreaks, we will consider a new Public Health Order to take what measures are necessary. Many families are having their children vaccinated and this is highly encouraged as well as the above safety measures. For information visit the county website at https://www.gilpincounty. org/departments_offices/ public_health_agency.

We wish you and your loved ones a healthy and happy Holiday Season. Sincerely, The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners We want to hear from you! Email News@WeeklyRegisterCall.com

“The holidays: Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Solstice, Yule, Santa Lucia Day, and Boxing Day all have a common theme; peace, harmony, and unity. It doesn’t matter which tradition you follow, or if you follow none, let us set an example this year in how we treat each other. May this season bring warmth, peace, harmony, and unity to you, your family, your friends, and your neighbors. May 2022 dawn with the hope of good things to anticipate and the joy that comes from cherished relationships.” --David Josselyn, Community, and reporter for Society & Arts, WRC

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

30 years ago December 20, 1991

Signs reflected the sentiments of employees of the Blue Ribbon Glass Company, who say they have waited over a month for the final payment due for mirrors installed in the Silver Slipper Casino. The disgruntled mirror hangers began picketing in front of the casino last Tuesday to air their grievance publicly. “We wish they would play fair,” said David Sayers, owner of the company. “They offered to pay us $2,000 less than the amount owed for the work. We gave them a product and we expect to be paid.” Sayers claimed that a lien was put on the casino a month after payment was due. Silver Slipper owners were unavailable for comment. The Social Register: Congratulations to Tom Hendricks, owner and operator of Cross Gold Mine in Caribou and founder of the Hendricks’ Milling Company in Boulder. Tom was awarded the 1991 Saint Barbara Commemorative Medal on December 4, the national feast day of the patron saint of miners and others in danger of sudden death. The medal was awarded to Tom by the American Bar Association’s Hard Minerals Committee, the Colorado Bar Association’s Mienra Law section and the Colorado Mining Association at the 1991 Saint Barbara’s celebration. Born: Hanging on the front porch of the Jolene and Frank Dreisbach home on Spruce Street is a banner proclaiming “It’s a Girl!” Miss Stephanie Dreisbach weighed in at four pounds, two ounces, and was 17 inches tall when she arrived at Rose Medical Center. She is the first child

Russell Gulch - Ghost-mining town near Central City. Circa 1941. for the Dreisbachs, born on November 13th, 1991. Paternal grandmother is Hildegard Dreisbach of Louisville. Maternal grandparents and Mr. and Mrs. Vaun Hillman of Rexburg, Idaho. Born: A baby girl, Katelynn Marie Lockling, was born to Beth Kauffman and Roy Lockling on Saturday, December 7th, 1991, at Longmont United Hospital. The little girl is 19 inches long and weighs six pounds,

three ounces. Her grandfather is Dewey Lockling of Black Hawk. Mother, Beth, worked at the Glory Hole on Main Street, Central City, for a year and a half.

60 years ago December 22, 1961

Glen Braning was elected chief of the Central City Fire Department at their

regular meeting Thursday, December 14. Linold Begg was elected assistant chief and W. Addyman, SecretaryTreasurer. A real fun time was had by 12 of the members of the Nederland Women’s Club on Tuesday, December 12. They had their usual Christmas party this year at the Branding Iron where they enjoyed a delicious luncheon. They also enjoyed the revealing of their “Mystery Sisters” for 1961 and the drawing of new ones for 1962. From Rollinsville, Mary Cotter, Margaret Logan, Bessie Steele, and Mary Steele were present. The following contributions were received by the City of Central: From William C. Russell Jr., 3800 yards of dirt fill at .04 per yard, at the total value of $152. Said dirt fill obtained form pit on Lots 11 to 18, Block 44, and used in the construction of street in Block 43, known as “New D Street.” Central City Development Company gave retail value of $200 for garage space in building on Lots 4 and 5 in Block 2. Space was used by city for storage of city trucks and backhoe.

90 years ago December 18, 1931

The Russell Gulch School will close for the holidays with a programme and Christmas tree. In Apex, thermometers on Sunday indicated 18 degrees below zero, the coldest weather of the season and, with the wind blowing, made it most uncomfortable. Monday and Tuesday it was 16 below and Wednesday, 13. This has been a long spell of cold since November 16. Due to the general business

Downtown Georgetown, circa 1980.

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Looking back... Turnback in time

Continued from page 8

Birds-eye view of Idaho Springs, Colorado. conditions, the directors of the First National Bank of Idaho Springs met Thursday evening and voted to voluntarily close the institution and place it in the hands of the National Banking Department for the protection of its depositors.

120 years ago December 20, 1901

In Russell Gulch on Tuesday night the wind was one of the worst ever known in this section of the country and in consequence some damage was done to buildings, both residential and mining, and a number of smokestacks were blown over. Only six votes were cast in the Senate on Monday last against the Isthmian Canal, and among the number was Senator Henry M. Teller of Colorado. J. Curnow of Nevadaville, while dumping a car at the California Mine on Tuesday afternoon, was blown off the trestle, but luckily escaped any injuries outside of a few scratches. A four-horse load of groceries from Phillips, Ebli & Co.’s store in this city was scattered down the mountainside in the vicinity of Gilson Gulch, the first of the week, as a result

of the upsetting of the wagon. The wagon was badly damaged, but the horses and drivers escaped severe injuries. Railroad business at this point was never better than at present, one, two, and three trains a day, with three locomotives to each train, are a common occurrence, bringing up coal and supplies for the merchants of the county. It seems to us that the time is ripe for President Trumball to favorably consider the proposition of making the line from Golden to this city a standard gauge, so as to do away with the transfer of everything that comes to these sections, from broad to narrow gauge cars at Golden, which results in considerable expense each year, which has to be paid by the people at this end of the line. Do you have historic memories of the area you would like to have published in the oldest weekly paper in Colorado? Submit your photos and stories to News@WeeklyRegisterCall.com for consideration.

Senator Henry Moore Teller-1830-1914. Circa 1902.

The Lace House at 161 Main Street in Black Hawk.

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First couple married in historic, recently restored church in Gregory Plaza BY DON IRELAND Joshua Jerome and Deedra Bingham took their first walk as a married couple after they exchanged vows in the Rocky Mountain Evangelical Free Church in Black Hawk on December 18. The newlyweds were the first duo married in the recently restored and historic church, part of the new Gregory Plaza in the city’s Historical Appreciation Recreation Destination (HARD) District. The ceremony was conducted by the groom’s father, who is 88. The couple said they first met 30 years ago in the church, which later closed before becoming part of the Gregory Plaza historical restoration project a few years ago. The work included restoring its traditional stained-glass windows and doors, plus interior renovations. The church was filled with invited guests for the ceremony. Wedding in Gregory Plaza on December 18, 2021. Congratulations, Joshua and Deedra! Drone photo by Don Ireland.

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in honor of her father who she described as “the smartest man I have ever known.” Her father was illiterate, and Dolly equates his inability to read with him not being able to follow his dreams. The program has now grown world-wide reaching children in Australia, Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. Event Coordinator Krystal Meyer dedicated hours of work to making this year’s festival happen and is quick to credit her helpers. The Gilpin Girl Scouts, Gilpin Archwood 4H, the Rec Center Staff, FGC3, and many youths volunteered their time to pull everything together and clean up after. Meyer does not tire from the extra hours and effort to make these events happen. As she says, “It was

wonderful to have the event in the Rec Center and the feeling of community it brings in the Community Center!” The Winter Arts Festival will continue to be an annual event and provides a great opportunity to not just shop for the holidays, but to see your fellow neighbors and friends. As people shopped, they formed countless small groups warmly greeting each other with hugs and conversation. The festival is held on the second weekend of December, so mark your calendars now for December 10-11 in 2022. In reflection, Meyer commented, “After the rough year it’s been, especially for the Rec Center, it was a great turn out and better than I expected.”

Eric Richard Stone performs for shoppers on Sunday. Stone’s blues repertoire includes holiday favorites and his original songs.

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and at the recreation center on Saturdays. Appointments are required for vaccinations and can be scheduled through the county’s web site: www. gilpincounty.org. MOTOR VEHICLES Ashley Martin, chief deputy clerk, reported Gilpin County’s motor vehicle department is now fully staffed. She said appointments for registrations and renewals

are still required for the office. Sill said the department is important because most adults have need for vehicle services. “We want this to run as smoothly as possible…to alleviate frustration.” Gilpin County Clerk and Recorder Sahari McCormick said the state has some new rules affecting fee changes will take effect on Jan. 1. She noted that some renewals can be accomplished online

while some new registrations cannot. There are more than 21,000 motor vehicles in Gilpin County. Martin noted that vehicle registration renewal postcards are mailed by the state. However, it is an individual vehicle owner’s responsibility to obtain a renewal for their vehicle – and they should not always expect that a postcard will be mailed to them.

LEGAL MATTERS Sarah Baciak, who works with Benning, said a new state rule prohibits off-highway vehicles (OHV) from driving on state-owned roads, streets and highways. However, an OHV can cross a state road if it is going across it from a trail on one side to one on the other side. The commissioners said they plan to discuss another new state regulation and

decide if they will pass rules that prohibit people holding concealed weapon permits from entering Gilpin County municipal buildings if they are carrying firearms. Several months ago, Black Hawk passed a similar regulation and posted signs, prohibiting concealed weapons from being brought into city buildings.

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A Christmas story about giving, Denver, the real meaning of the Christmas spirit Senior-at-Large

BY BOB SWEENEY

It was many years ago on a remote ranch in N.W. Colorado that this little story begins. I was around six years old and we lived in a very rural area in a small wooden frame house heated only by one kitchen stove that was fired by wood and coal. Everyone on a ranch or farm has daily chores to perform. All of the livestock must be fed in the early morning every day. My chore was to make sure that the wood box was full and the coal bucket had coal from the nearby coal house in the ranch yard. We had an icehouse with blocks of ice cut from the nearby Yampa

gathered with a bucket. The outhouse was across the yard, having no indoor plumbing. We used lamps for evening light. It was late in the afternoon of Christmas Eve when my mother asked me to bring in some more wood and coal for the stove. She related that she was going to make some cakes, cookies, and candy. I rushed to the woodpile and gathered an armload of kindling and then to the coal house to fill the coal bucket. I had visions of fudge and cookies running thru my young brain. As darkness descended, my

river. Our barn kept the 1945 white Plymouth car, tack for the horses and the team that pulled the wagon to feed the livestock. We did not have any running water in the house and drank water from the nearby river

father came to the house from his evening chores that included milking our jersey milk cow. This wonderful cow provided us abundant milk and cream, kept cool by a block of ice in the wooden icebox, now a valued

treasure in antique stores. The kitchen was filled with the aroma of chocolate, cookies, fudge and cakes cooling on the table. I could hardly contain my mirth and joy and the upcoming feast of these homemade delicacies. Sugar had been rationed during World War ll and sweets were scarce around our house. But, instead of offering me any of the treats my mother wrapped up the sweets and put them in sacks and into a cardboard box with some other packages.Meantime my father had pulled the car to the front door and I knew we were going somewhere. I was furious, how could they not share these treats with me. This was just an outrageous act and I was full of disappointment as we donned our coats and hit the frozen dirt road. We traveled four miles past Juniper Springs where there was a remote country store and post office and headed up a mountainous sagebrush ravine. My mother was a teacher and taught school at the Saddle Mountain school in the nearby area. Well named because she rode horseback to the school. It was pitch black when we turned off the narrow dirt road

Messages of Christmas “I heard the bells on Christmas day Their old familiar carols play and wild and sweet the words repeat of peace on earth goodwill to men” Henry David Longfellow wrote those words in 1863 as his son Charles, a Union soldier, lay wounded. It’s a message of hope in even the hardest times.

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and went down into a gulch and back up into a yard with a small cabin and lamplight glowing out of the cabin window. “What is this all about?” I wondered. Several dogs came barking at the car as we gather the sacks and approached the cabin door. From the dark entry way, I heard a man say, “Hello June, what brings you here tonight?” That was my mother’s name. As I entered the cabin, there were six children of varying ages sitting around the kitchen table. I looked on the table and there was one tin pan of cornbread, the Christmas evening meal. Out of the box came cookies, my beloved fudge, candies, and presents, the children were thrilled and laughing. I suddenly went from being an angry little boy to being so proud of my mother. How did she know that these children had nothing for Christmas? But of course, she knew everything about this

ployment bene to Denver, base BY LARRY GRIECO at the Educatio When I moved to Denver in Center, where the mid-70s, I landed—like most a year for its p newcomers—in Capital Hill. It who took a lon was a tiny basement apartment on Getting unemp Marion Street, about a block-and- enabled me to a-half south without needin of Colfax. first. The rents Florence, my were low, whic Haitian friend like me, who n who drove land while gett out with me with employme from Buffalo, Capital Hill helped me ing grounds fo move in. It Kerouac and a was partially hippies and bea furnished and, like most basein Denver, as t ment apartments, was dimly lit from any outside source. I arrived Platte River, ru center of town, about a month before Martha, attracting litera who was moving with me from who were betw Buffalo, but as soon as I had an Denver Folklor address, her boxes began arriving. My cat, Tater, arrived by air by Harry Tuft i most of the not before Martha did. I spent most ers of the 60s a of the time with Scot and his girlfriend, Rena, and a few other Joan Baez, Jud friends, all hippies of one sort or Dylan, Pete Se Arlo Guthrie, R another, and in all shapes, sizes Elliot, Taj Mah and colors. family as their schoolteacher. Cotton. I reme I had transferred my unem-

Their joy meant everything to me, and I laughed all the way back home. I was so proud of my parents. I never got a bite of fudge, but I received a message of sweetness from my mother and father that I have never forgotten from many years ago. Occasionally I will read about one of these family members in the local Craig newspaper as they have grown up and have families of their own. I saw an obituary on one of the girls recently. It was on this Christmas Eve that I learned the real meaning of Christmas and that the real joy is in giving and not receiving. I’ve written this story many times and we publish it yearly at Christmas. I hope that it leaves a lasting memory in the minds of those who really wish to capture the true meaning of the Christmas spirit.

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IN THE AREA

Clear Creek Santa Shop Idaho Springs Elks Club BY DANNY TOMLINSON December 16, 17, 18, 2021 The Clear Creek County Advocates is a non-profit victim service organization that provides comprehensive support to victims of crime and personal tragedy and offers community education regarding victimization and crime prevention in Clear Creek County. But the Advocates are so much more! For the past 25 years or more, the Advocates have helped organize the Santa Shop each Christmas. The Santa Shop is designed to help parents ensure that every child has a safe, warm and wonderful Christmas, with presents under the tree. Three remarkable women, along with dozens of volunteers are the driving force behind the Santa Shop. Joni Albers, Dianne Lee, and Laura Allen pull all of the pieces together each year – arranging the toys and gifts in the Elks Club Lodge Room in Idaho Springs, scheduling visits for the kids and their parents (necessary because of Covid restrictions), shopping for supplies, arranging for Santa and his helpers to be there to greet the kids and generally making sure that everyone has a great time and that things run smoothly. Joni has been helping coordinate the Santa Shop for nearly 20 years and Dianne and Laura have been by her side for nearly 15 years. These are beau-

tiful women and such wonderful members of our community. The Santa Shop has been operating “by appointment” this year again, because of Covid. The Shop was open for business on Thursday evening, all day on Friday and again all day on Saturday. Any gifts, clothing or toys that are not distributed will be taken to the Colorado National Guard and given to them for distribution to the Guard members and their families. The Santa Shop relies on donations from individuals and companies. The Advocates is a 501(c)(3) and all donations are tax deductible. Al Frei & Sons and the Freeport McMoRan always help support the Shop. Staffing for the Santa Shop comes from volunteers from all over the county – the Walstrum Quarry, Loveland Ski Area, the Henderson Mine, and many individuals. The Elks Club generously donates their spacious Lodge room for the Shop. The Santa Shop is another great example of small-town America coming together in the Christmas season and in the spirit of giving to make every child in the community feel loved. No family or child is ever turned away. Make plans to help support the Santa Shop next year. As a good friend once told me about this kind of work, you should “give until it feels good.” Have a Merry Christmas, friends.

Steven is visiting with Santa (Al Frei Jr.).

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Santa Idaho Springs Police Chief Nathan Buseck everyone’s favorite neighbor and Elks Lady Mary Valdez - Santas helpers Diane Lee and Parker.

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December 8, 2021

Installation of Officers Central Lodge #6, A.F.&A.M. BY DANNY TOMLINSON

Masonry is the world’s You can see two monuments second floor. oldest fraternity. Masonry is placed there by the Grand Last week, more than founded on the tenets of faith, Lodge of Colorado to honor 50 Masons, their wives and hope, and charity. Masonry that site. guests gathered in the Little “takes good men and makes The second Worshipful Kingdom Room of the Teller them better.” The birth of our Master of Central #6 was House for a wonderful dinner nation included many Masons Henry M. Teller, later prepared by Joe & Kara – George Washington, Grand Master of Masons in Tinucci of JKQ. The dinner Benjamin Franklin, Paul Colorado for seven years, was hosted by the current and Revere, John Paul incoming Worshipful Jones, John Hancock, Master of the Lodge and many others. Nine Danny Tomlinson of the 56 men that and his wife Amy. signed the Declaration The dinner was held of Independence as a prelude to the were Masons. 33 installation of officers Generals of the for the Central #6 Continental Army, Lodge for 2022. Danny serving under George has been Master of the Washington were Lodge since November Masonic Brothers. 14 2019 and will continue of our country’s 46 as Master in 2022. Presidents have been After dinner, the group Masons. Similarly, went across the street Colorado’s founding to the Masonic Lodge fathers included a great for the installation number of Masons. ceremony. Past Grand Master Karl Hinkle presenting newly installed The Masonic Lodge Master Danny Tomlinson with his gavel of office Past Grand Master

2022 Officers, left to right: Jered Minter, Javier Soliz, Robert Thomas, Wayne Arner, Karl Hinkle, Danny Tomlinson, Russ Magyar, Don Hale, Jim Thomas, Lewis Wagner, Michael Scott, and Fred Dare. Photos by Ady King in Central City is one of the a United States Senator for of Masons in Colorado Karl earliest Masonic Lodges nearly 30 years, and Secretary Hinkle was the installing established in Colorado and of the Interior. Henry Teller Master. His charge to the is now the oldest continuously also built the Teller House in officers and the elected operating Masonic lodge in Central City in 1872. and appointed officers was the state. Masons have been The Masonic Temple was respectful, thought-provoking, and deeply meaningful to the meeting in this lodge room built by an early pioneer in officers and assembled guests. at 111 Eureka Street since Gilpin County, DC Collier, The installation ceremony 1865. The Central #6 Masonic also a Mason and Owner/ Lodge was chartered by the Editor/Publisher of the Weekly is one of the most beautiful Grand Lodge of Masons in Register-Call in 1861. He built pieces of Masonic ritual and Brother Karl is truly masterful Colorado on December 19, the Temple with the concept in his delivery. Only two 1861 - 160 years! The lodge of retail space on the street had originally been meeting level (the space now occupied Masonic rituals are open to the public, these being the under dispensation from the by Ermel’s Thrift Store for installation of officers and the Grand Lodge of Nebraska. more than 25 years), and the Masonic funeral service for When Colorado Territory printing press and business a departed Brother. If you was formed, the Masonic office of the Weekly Registerhave a chance to see either of Grand Lodge of Colorado Call on the second floor. The these ceremonies, you will be was formed shortly after, and third floor of the building is impressed greatly. the charter issued to Central the Lodge room and dining The Brothers of Central #6. Masons in the Central room. The Weekly RegisterLodge #6, A.F.&A.M. are City area had begun meeting Call has just recently “moved proud to be members of in April 1859 in a log cabin back” to its home on the specifically built as the first second floor of the building. A the Central City and Gilpin County communities and we Masonic Lodge building in small business office, open by are looking forward to the Colorado. The site is near the appointment, will be located next 160 years of Masonry in ruins of the Buell Mill just there. The Peak-to-Peak above the Red Dolly Casino. Players also occupy part of the the mountains.

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National Wreaths Across America event stops to honor Veterans nearby Continued from page 6

Old Glory at Alvarado Cemetery.

Veterans from each of the military branches stand behind the commemorative wreaths.

The proud patriots gathered in the Elks Lodge dining room in Idaho Springs for the 2021 Wreaths Across America event.

The Missing Man, or Fallen Comrade table at the Idaho Springs Elks Lodge.

HONOR OUR VETERANS THIS CHRISTMAS

A Civil War Veteran at peace at Alvarado Cemetery Clear Creek County Veterans Coalition members Brian Corbett and Troy Erickson at the near Georgetown. Photos by Danny Tomlinson Alvarado Cemetery near Georgetown..jpg

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BY FORREST WHITMAN “Joe Biden is really a space alien, one of the lizard people.” “Donald Trump is really one of Satan’s sons.” 2022 is coming and with it a lot of “facts” like that. When I started writing for the Register-Call Mayor Russell was the publisher. He’d often say, “Check the facts cuz some of ‘em ain’t.” My neighbor would also read my column in which I’d sometimes make big predictions for the year ahead. He’d just say, “Don’t take yourself too seriously.” Those are good words of advice.

stories in the 19th century. The pesky moon bats As telescopes got better and better in the 19th century more detail could be seen on the moon. The craters could be explored and lunar landscapes seen in perspective. That’s when persistent reports of moon bats began to come in and get reprinted in Colorado papers. “Now gentleman,” “We

covered with copper colored hair. They looked kind of cute. Letters to the editor were full of sighting stories. Those little critters were a hot topic. It was never easy to see the bats because they clung to the underside of cliffs or hid out in caves. Still they had definite bat like form and cute snouts. Few saw their batty-eyes, but some swore they did. A few

the problem with facts. They need checking. Oscar Wilde’s mining shaft visit When the well-known poet and art critic Oscar Wilde visited our state in 1882 and 1883 his tour may have been a disaster. Wilde was often called a “pretty boy” and a “fop.” He was rumored to be a homosexual at least at heart. That set the miners to

Warm and fuzzy facts Folks do sometimes believe facts that are unsupported. Maybe they make somebody feel better. For example, my horoscope. It’s a warm and fuzzy prediction to cuddle up with before turning in. After having my bout with COVID I can only love my 2022 horoscope. I’m supposed to be “just fine” in 2022. My coffee mug says it: “I am fine.” These “facts” in my horoscope come from the movement of the planets and stars. It is a pretty dicey way to check facts. But I still like the prediction for my next year. I especially like the one that says I’ll be healthy. Don’t take yourself too seriously Opinions based on widely vetted sources are likely best. Established writers are more likely to have little reason to lie. I tend to stay away from those who write about “facts no one can question.” “The emergency before us!” is a line that sets my caution button going. Maybe we all take ourselves too seriously at times. That makes me think of press

Circa 1835. Moon bats and other lunar animals discovered by Sir John Herschel in his observatory. have something worth looking at.” That’s what Dr. Andrew Grant of John Herschel’s Cape Town observatory in South Africa said: “Using our new H.z. lens we can see these little guys clearly.” “They are near the crater Endymion.” There they were; the moon bats. They stood about four feet tall and were

even saw them fly. Beliefs die hard. Even after really good telescopes came in and the bat reports stopped coming in some saw them. The “famous South African scientist” who wrote of them originally faded from view. Did Dr. Andrew Grant ever exist? No academic record of him could be found. That’s

rude jokes and laughter. Some accounts have him even trying to talk art matters to rough miners who just laughed at him. His visit was no success. Other press accounts are just the opposite. Those tell of him being invited to dinner by miners in a manner sure to intimidate him. They lowered him in the bucket to

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“Take it or leave it” BY LARRY GRIECO

There is a black metallic statue of a giraffe in our living room. It is five feet tall. Unlike the proverbial “elephant in the room” our giraffe does not represent a problem or controversy that is conveniently being ignored. Our giraffe in the room stands next to the television, watching us as we closely watch the screen. Our giraffe, because it is made of metal, will survive and outlive us and no doubt will be passed on to someone else, and then to someone else, ad infinitum. An old poem written by John Updike comes to mind: “Telephone poles outlive the evergreen by being never green.” My giraffe was not passed down to us from someone else. We purchased the giraffe from Pier 1 Imports about 17 years ago. While we didn’t give it life, we gave it purpose, the purpose being to make us happy when looking at it. One thing is certain, you don’t dispose of a five-foot metal giraffe just because it may be between owners. A hundred years from now, even a thousand years from now, our giraffe will continue to grace a living room or other important space in someone’s home. This is true. To the ages and generations to come, we give thee this giraffe and commend to thee its spirit, in nomine patris et filii et spiritus sancti, amen. That brings me to thinking about some other things that will outlast us and carry on long after we are gone. They are inanimate, for sure, but they have sentimental value nevertheless. I’ve got two stainless steel pans, one a medium sauce pan, and one larger that is good for boiling a pound of spaghetti. These pans belonged to my family, namely my mother, for decades while I was growing up in our home in the projects on Langfield

Drive in Buffalo. I never touch them without thinking my mother, who passed away in 1972, touched them first, and that makes them kind of sacred. We think of our offspring furthering our line, but we seldom consider the hand-me-downs such as pots and pans, that go from one generation to the next. I have a picture that was painted by my mother hanging on the wall in my home office. She painted many pictures, but this is the only one that has survived. The painting is of a house in the country, with a wooden fence moving from the house to the left and conceivably surrounding a large meadow of green grass and trees. In the foreground are flowers and a cherry-blossom tree in full bloom. She never traveled to the countryside to make sketches and later paintings, but instead she would look at picture postcards and illustrations in books to inspire her subject matter. It was art once removed, and her enhancements made each picture her own piece of work. Also hanging on the wall in my office there is a framed poster advertising a Bob Dylan concert at the Underground Cavern in Greenwich Village on September 19, 1960. The concert was to begin at midnight, and admission was $3.00 at the door. At the bottom of the poster in bold letters it says: “A portion of fee is to be donated to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.” There are possibly other prints of this poster hanging on other people’s walls all over the world, but perhaps not. I like to think

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mine is the only one, and who’s to say it’s not. I’ve hung three more pictures all painted by my brother who lives in California. He is in his 80s now and has produced many an abstract painting that are reflections not of what he sees, but of what is seen by his mind’s eye. There are flower shapes and splashes of color in a collage of bright and dark emotions that come through loud and clear so that you can see into his mind and find beauty that is spilling out onto the canvas. These paintings will survive both him and me in a sort of private obscurity known only by members of the family. And then there are the things that I want to take with me. I wrote a whole poem about them, called “Bury With Me My Baseball Cards.” It goes like this: “Bury with me my baseball cards / My Bob Skinner glove / And my first best kiss. / Bury with me my favorite books / An eternity of Sunday crossword puzzles / And my second best kiss. / Bury with me some outfield grass / From my eleventh summer, please / My Richie Ashburn bat / And my third best kiss. / Bury with me that poem by T.S. Eliot / That I love so much / My baseball signed by Don Drysdale / And my fourth best kiss. / Bury with me the tears of my friends / My Brooklyn Dodgers baseball cap / And my last best kiss / From my beloved / As I lay dying.” (To clear up any mystery, that poem by Eliot is “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” which I consider to be the best poem ever written and therefore worthy of being buried with.) My library school professor and mentor, the late John Ellison, taught me about legacies. When a library is an integral part of a community, there is the opportunity for legacies to be created. Maybe a scrapbook of obituaries of people who simply lived and died in the library’s service area, placed in the entryway. Plaques hanging on the library’s walls, memorializing the contributions of certain individuals. Perhaps a sign near the highway with a permanent message proclaiming the library’s spirit. An ongoing series of programs that generations of library patrons have become accustomed to. Ironically, John Ellison’s most important

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legacy was teaching countless librarians the importance of legacies. There is an old adage which states “you can’t take it with you.” There is some truth to it, but then again, maybe not always. Sometimes if you leave something behind, either by accident or design, it survives for the benefit of those who come after you, as a legacy. But there are other things you should never leave behind. Your baseball glove or bat, your collection of baseball cards, books, crosswords, and other favorite things which defined you and made you unique on this Earth. If there is an afterlife, you will want to have your stuff with you, and not have to start collecting all over again. Maybe you can and should take it with you after all. (We’re going to need a bigger coffin!)

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Business classified ads, public notices and legals Business Ads HELP WANTED

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]

MAINTENANCE WORKER I or II, DOQ/E. City of Black

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

PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of County Commissioners, County of Gilpin, Colorado, shall make the annual appointments for the ensuing year, 2022, on January 4, 2022, for the following positions: Commissioners to Convey; Local Liquor Licensing Authority; Board of Adjustment; County Attorney; County Manager; Administrative Assistant to Board of County Commissioners; Chief Building Official; Budget Officer; Emergency Manager; Road Supervisor; Newspaper of Record; Depository Banks for Gilpin County; and location of Public Notice of Public Meetings. Proposals for any of the aforementioned positions must be received by January 3, 2022, at scate@ gilpincounty.org or PO Box 366, Central City, CO, 80427. [31,32]

CIVIL ENGINEER, City of Black Hawk. HIRING RANGE: $83,382 - $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

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GILPIN COUNTY November Disbursement Publication County of Gilpin, Colorado 203 Eureka St., P.O. Box 366 Central City, CO 80427 Regular Meeting of the Board Held November 2021 GENERAL (FUND # 1) Air O Pure - Portables ................................ $125.00 All Copy Products - Coffee/Copier Lease ... $999.79 Allstream - Phones/Internet ..................... $2,168.44 American Red Cross - Training .................. $960.00 Anthem BCBS - Medical Ins & Claims ........... $5.40 API - AP Software .................................... $5,300.00 Artist Proof Collective - Uniforms................ $389.92 Artistic Custom Badges - Uniforms............. $839.70 Ascentis - HR Software ........................... $1,104.00 AT&T - Cell Service ................................. $1,163.38 Av-Tech - Lights .......................................... $605.35 Bishop-Brogden - Consulting................... $5,550.42 Blend$4 - Supplies .................................... $168.50 Bob Barker - Toiletries ................................ $336.96 Boulder Community Health - Toxicology....... $12.00 Boulder County - Autopsy ........................... $525.00 Brink’s - Transport ...................................... $216.79 CBI - Background ......................................... $65.50 Centurylink - Phones/Internet .................. $2,668.11 Cigna - Base/Claims ............................ $174,170.46 Cintas - Uniforms/Supplies ......................... $172.56 City of Central - Water ................................ $143.93 CO Assessors Assc - Conf ......................... $400.00 CO County Attorney - Conf ........................... $50.00 Co Dept of PH - Fees ................................. $460.00 Co Dept of Revenue - Payroll Tax ......... $17,358.00 Co Natural Gas - Utilities ......................... $6,310.29 Computer Sites - Maint ............................ $4,117.00 Corp Comm - Telephones........................ $1,113.50 Corvinus Group - Maint ........................... $3,400.00 Cowherd/Bonnie - MOW Mileage ............... $165.76 CRA - Retirement .................................. $62,532.66 D L Christiansen - Pre-employ ................... $450.00 Davis/Jeffery - Civil Reimb ...................... $1,809.25 Delta Dental - Insurance .......................... $6,502.39 Dominion Voting Systems - Services....... $2,448.00 Dude Solution - Software......................... $3,854.00 Eldorado - Water ........................................ $141.30 Electronic Recyclers - Services ............... $3,001.10 Ferguson/Guy - Inspections .................... $6,587.50 First Responder Trauma - Training .......... $2,216.00 Front Range Occu - Pre-employ................. $542.63 FSL Eyemed - Insurance ......................... $1,032.53 FYI Screening - Background ...................... $107.60 GAA - IGA .............................................. $52,665.92 Galls - Uniforms ....................................... $4,756.27 Gilpin Car Wash - Services ........................... $8.00 Gilpin Treasurer - Great CO Payback........... $25.30 Goltra - Lease ............................................. $500.00 Goodyear - Tires ...................................... $4,949.76 Gov Forms & Supplies - Stamp .................... $93.95 Grainger - Supplies.................................. $3,240.75 H$2R Solutions - Services ......................... $425.00 Hartford - Insurance................................. $6,557.33 HD Supplies - Supplies............................... $548.45 Headsets - Supplies ................................... $191.76 Home Depot - Lights................................... $496.31 Indian Peaks - Supplies ................................ $31.99 Intermountain Safety - Boots ...................... $197.81 IRS - Payroll Tax .................................. $112,856.06 JKQ BBQ - Meals ..................................... $248.00 Johnstone - Supplies .................................. $232.98 Konica Minolta - Copier Lease ................... $208.05 Language Line - Interpr .............................. $106.92 Leisure Time Awards - Plaque ...................... $97.00 Lifemed Safety - Supplies........................... $371.00 Lorenz/Mary - Meals ..................................... $25.63 Mark’s Plumbing - Parts ............................. $717.00 Mathias Lock & Key - Repair ...................... $216.75 Meridian Fire & Security - Services ......... $2,416.36 Metro Appliance - Steamer ...................... $9,349.30 NAPA - Parts............................................... $453.61 Office Depot - Supplies............................... $662.82 Omni Pro - Cleaning ................................ $3,656.27 Orc - Testing ............................................... $846.69 Peyrouse/James - MOW Mileage ............... $119.84 Polar Gas - Utilities .................................. $1,092.00 Postmortem Pathology - Autopsy ............ $1,025.00 ProCom - Pre-employment ......................... $164.00 Quality Office Products - Supplies ................ $71.59 Rocky Mtn Xtreme - Tires ........................... $328.86 Schiefferle/James - Travel .......................... $179.12 Southern Health - Medical .................. $38,677.06

Staples - Supplies....................................... $907.37 State of Co - Printing/Postage .................... $478.06 Stevinson Chev - Repair............................. $506.24 Summit Food - Inmate Meals ................ $14,259.23 Superion - Maint .................................... $40,851.88 Sweet/Dorothy - MOW Mileage .................. $421.12 Teryx - Software/Hardware .................... $53,019.50 Three Brothers Printing - Services ............... $60.00 Top Quality - Supplies................................. $444.00 Tyler Tech - Software ............................... $5,336.00 United Power - Utilities ............................ $6,975.19 United Reprographic - Maint/Supplies ........ $214.44 VOA - Transport .......................................... $180.93 Weekly Register Call - Public Notices ..... $8,026.12 Wells Fargo - Supplies/Parts/Postage/Fees/Rental/ Meals/Training/Ads/Uniforms/Lodging ... $13,383.44 Western Paper - Supplies........................ $7,196.91 Willis/Christopher - Civil Reimb .................... $25.30 Xcel - Utilities ........................................... $2,584.54 Xerox - Copier ......................................... $1,040.35 Zogics - Medical ......................................... $717.60 FUND #$1 TOTAL - 727,729.45 PUBLIC WORKS (FUND # 2) AT&T - Phones ........................................... $131.88 ATTP - Parts ............................................... $469.82 Blackwell Oil - Diesel/Gas ..................... $24,095.07 Centurylink - Phones .................................. $719.12 Cintas - Uniforms ..................................... $1,021.24 Co Barricade - Signs .................................. $841.00 Co Dept Rev - Payroll Tax ....................... $2,561.00 Co Natural Gas - Utilities ............................ $952.42 CRA - Retirement .................................. $11,575.44 Delta Dental - Insurance .......................... $1,206.39 Eldorado Artesian - Filters ............................ $55.00 Front Range - Pre-employ ............................ $30.00 FSL EyeMed - Insurance ............................ $143.77 FYI Screening - Pre-employ ....................... $249.80 General Air Service - Weld Gas.................. $212.22 Goodyear - Tires ...................................... $9,140.46 H$2O Power Equip - Repairs .................... $765.39 Hartford - Insurance................................. $1,049.64 Indian Peaks - Torch ..................................... $15.18 Intermountain Safety - Boots ...................... $171.76 IRS - Payroll Tax .................................... $16,519.80 Lawson - Fasteners .................................... $114.92 MHC Kenworth - Part ................................. $239.33 NAPA - Parts............................................ $2,242.90 ProCom - Pre-employ ................................... $41.00 United Power - Utilities ............................ $1,755.90 Utility Notification - Locate ............................. $3.96 Wagner Equipment Company - Parts ...... $1,392.03 Weekly Register Call - Notices ..................... $39.64 Wells Fargo - Paper/Training/Supplies ....... $531.16 Xerox - Maint .............................................. $235.76 FUND #$2 TOTAL - 78,523.00 LIBRARY (FUND #3) A$1 Discount - Water 300.00 Centurylink - Phone ...................................... $86.30 CO Dept Rev - Payroll Tax ......................... $603.00 Co Natural Gas - Utilities ............................ $561.87 CRA - Retirement .................................... $1,300.64 Delta Dental - Insurance ............................. $232.36 Eldorado - Water .......................................... $28.95 Front Range Occupational - Pre-employ ...... $30.00 FSL EyeMed - Insurance .............................. $26.14 Hartford - Insurance.................................... $147.16 Ingram Library Services - Books ............. $1,716.57 IRS - Payroll Tax ...................................... $3,505.51 Kanopy - Streaming ...................................... $57.00 Lowe/Lance - Cleaning ............................... $650.00 Orc - Water Testing ..................................... $399.45 ProCom - Pre-employ ................................... $45.00 Teryx - Laptops ........................................ $2,322.00 United Power - Utilities ............................... $565.07 Vonage Business - Phone .......................... $155.47 Weekly Register Call - Notices ...................... $3.50 Wells Fargo - DVDs/Zoom/Supplies/Subscript ... $$2,055.01 Xerox - Lease ............................................. $295.83 FUND #$3 TOTAL - 15,086.83 HUMAN SERVICES (FUND #4) AT&T - Phones ........................................... $365.30 Barker/Mary - Conf Hotel ............................ $390.31 Clear Creek County - IGA........................ $8,119.40 CO Dept Revenue - Payroll Tax .............. $1,464.00 CRA - Retirement .................................... $6,224.62 Delta Dental - Insurance ............................. $732.26

Edwards Meat - Supplies ....................... $2,109.71 Eldorado - Water .......................................... $57.00 Elevated Impressions - T-shirts/bags ...... $1,444.80 FSL EyeMed - Insurance ............................ $130.70 Grimes/Megan - Supplies ............................. $24.22 Hartford - Insurance.................................... $729.82 IRS - Payroll Tax ...................................... $8,911.93 Law Office of Jeffrey Ti - Services ........... $7,466.61 Office Depot - Supplies................................. $29.02 Teryx - Switches ......................................... $742.00 Weekly Register - Notice ............................... $7.00 Wells Fargo - Services/Supplies.............. $2,695.53 Xerox - Copier ............................................ $274.11 FUND #$4 TOTAL - 41,918.34 PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCY (FUND # 5) Centurylink - Phones .................................. $147.57 Eldorado - Water ........................................... $5.00 FYI Screening - Pre-employ ......................... $71.00 Idexx Distrib - Supplies ............................... $277.40 Jeffco - Services .................................... $17,449.28 United Power - Utilities ............................... $410.20 Wells Fargo - Postage .................................. $31.05 Xerox - Printer ............................................... $0.11 FUND #$5 TOTAL - 18,391.61 SOLID WASTE (FUND #6) Air-O-Pure - Portables ................................ $285.00 BFI- Foothills - Disposal Fees ................. $5,184.73 Centurylink - Phones .................................... $69.68 Cintas Corp - Uniforms ............................... $175.02 CO Dept Rev - Payroll Tax ......................... $373.00 CRA - Retirement ....................................... $890.52 Delta Dental - Insurance ............................. $205.36 Eldorado - Water .......................................... $24.40 FSL EyeMed - Insurance .............................. $39.21 Hartford - Insurance.................................... $115.73 Indian Peaks - Supplies ................................. $9.98 IRS - Payroll Tax ...................................... $2,253.70 Kois Brothers Equip - Meter ....................... $636.37 Tire Disposal & Recycling - Services .......... $441.38 United Power - Utilities ................................. $69.60 FUND #$6 TOTAL - 10,773.68 PARKS & REC (FUND #8) Air-O-Pure Portables - Portables ................ $110.00 Allstream - Phones ..................................... $415.40 Amanda Meldrum Photo - Photos .............. $100.00 Briggs/Steve - Instructor .......................... $1,756.00 Centurylink - Phones .................................. $459.43 CO Dept Rev - Payroll Tax ...................... $1,304.00 Co Natural Gas - Utilities ....................... $11,192.95 CRA - Retirement .................................... $2,373.24 Delta Dental - Insurance ............................. $437.72 Douglas/Linza - Instructor........................... $137.60 Eldorado - Water .......................................... $32.50 Front Range - Pre-employ ............................ $30.00 FSL EyeMed - Insurance .............................. $65.35 FYI Screening - Pre-employ ......................... $44.00 Goodyear - Tires ......................................... $449.64 Green CO$2 Systems - CO2 ..................... $202.72 Hartford - Insurance.................................... $401.33 Holistic Homestead - Snacks...................... $177.29 Indian Peaks Ace - Supplies ......................... $38.46 IRS - Payroll Tax ...................................... $7,176.26 Lehrer/L - Instructor ...................................... $39.20 ProCom - Pre-employ ................................... $41.00 Schwettman/S - Instructor ............................ $40.00 Shelby Allen Memorial - Donation .............. $361.00 Teryx - Phones/Laptop............................. $2,001.00 United Power - Utilities ............................ $4,003.34 Weekly Register Call - Notices ..................... $35.76 Wells Fargo - Youth Camp/Supplies ........ $1,327.74 Xerox - Copier ............................................ $251.70 FUND #$8 TOTAL 35,004.63 TOTAL ALL FUNDS .......................... $927,427.54 LORNA PLAMONDON COUNTY OF GILPIN Published in The Weekly Register Call Published: December 23, 2021 Legal # 5177 _________________

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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. GILPIN COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION CLOSED - Friday 12/24 and Saturday 12/25 CLOSED EARLY at 4 p.m. Friday, 12/31 CLOSED - Saturday, 1/1 POOL Hours December 20 – 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. – 5:30 p.m. Saturday - 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Regular Pool Hours Monday - 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Closed 12 - 4 p.m.) Wednesday - Please call for current hours Thursday - Please call for current hours Friday - 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday - 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. NEW! Family gym time - Thursdays 12:30 - 3 p.m., balls, mats, climbing wall, and more - 18+ supervision required - $2/person Building hours Monday, Wednesday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Youth basketball registration open now - December 20, practice starts week of January 17, games Saturdays 1/29 - 3/19. $60 / resident child, $72 non-resident child. Volunteer coaches and refs needed. Coach’s kids play FREE. We are hiring Lifeguards! Visit GilpinCounty.org to apply. New software is ACTIVE Call 303-582-1453 for password help, online class, camp registration, and more. Volleyball drop-in, Fridays 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Taekwondo and Kinder Kix Family Taekwondo (ages 6+): Mondays and Wednesdays 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Kinder Kicks: (ages 4 - 5): Wednesdays 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Drop-in sports and activities (fees apply) Fitness Yoga/Core, Saturdays 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Hatha Yoga, Mondays, Fridays 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Asana stretching / yoga, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Senior Fit, Mondays, Fridays 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Pickleball, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Aquafit, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., and 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. New- December 2021 Fitness Challenge (1) Sign up at the front desk or online. (2) Come to the rec center 15 times (in December) to work out. (3) Win a month membership for a friend! - Complete and you’re also entered for a chance to win a free month membership! - Must be completed within the month. Membership awarded for use of different individual only. SAINT PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH December 24, 6 p.m. - Christmas Carol sing, Holy Eucharist with Rev. Lorrie Slaymaker. December 26, 9 a.m. - Words of Life discussion, 10 a.m., morning prayer.

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) • American Legion - 4th Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. • 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 Democrats - 4th Thursday, 7 p.m. (GC Library - gilpincountydems.org/contact.html) • 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

Security Blanket V111 Ruth Briggs

Pottery Steve Briggs

Security Blanket V1 Ruth Briggs

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

303-582-5952

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BLACK H AW K POLICE DEPARTMENT On December 13, Officer Geerdes was dispatched to the cold theft of a purse at the Monarch Casino, 488 Main Street, Black Hawk. Dispatch said the suspects left in a vehicle with Colorado license plates. The case is currently under investigation to identify a suspect. • On December 13, at approximately 1104 hours, Officer B. Davis completed a phone report of a theft from a motor vehicle from the Isle Casino. There are currently no further investigative leads. • On December 14, at approximately 0046 hours, while on foot patrol at 488 Main Street, the Monarch Casino Officers was informed about a disturbance in the hotel. A Warrant was issued for the suspect. • On December 14, at approximately 1600 hours, Black Hawk Police department took a report for a lost wallet from the Gilpin Casino, 111 Main Street. Surveillance conducted a review and determined the wallet was picked up by an unidentified male whom immediately left premise •

with the wallet. The male party got onto a charter bus and left town. The surveillance team backtracked the suspect and determined he never used identification or a player’s card. Only a bird’s eye view was able to be obtained and a suspect was never identified. A report was completed. • On December 14, at approximately 2127 hours, Officers responded to the Ameristar Casino in reference to a subject with outstanding warrants. The subject was arrested and transported to BHPD for processing. • On December 15, Officer Hough recovered a lost license plate from the Crooks Palace parking lot and entered it into BHPD found property. • On December 15, at 1957 hours, Officer Atencio responded to the Monarch casino located at 488 Main Street on the report of a counterfeit bill, the bill was seized. No arrest was made. • On December 15, Officer Geerdes responded to a 911 call with a person saying she was calling for

someone else who needs a ride, made a statement about hostages and that person is intoxicated. The female was contacted and transported to detox due to her level of intoxication. • On December 16, Black Hawk Police Officers responded to Ameristar Casino’s parking garage level 5 on a Reddi report. One male subject was arrested and transported to Gilpin County jail on an FTA warrant. • On December 16, Black Hawk Police responded to a report of a theft of a coat. A female suspect was located on surveillance but could not be identified. No further investigative leads at this time. • On December 16, Officer Hough took a phone report of a lost/stolen license plate at the Monarch Casino. No suspect information is available. • On December 17, Officer Espinosa responded to the Dakota parking lot on a REDDI report. One suspect was arrested for DUI. • On December 17, the Black Hawk Police Department responded to

the Monarch Casino on a report of possible found drugs and fraudulent documents. The items were seized and a suspect has been identified. • On December 17, Officer Hough took a walk-in fraud report. Suspect information provided. • On December 17, Black Hawk Police Officer Brobbey responded to Ameristar Casino’s parking garage level 7 on a hit and run report. No suspect/s were on scene upon my arrival. GC Summons # 10505 was issued as a result of this call. • On December 18, Officer Atencio took a report of damaged property at the Ameristar Casino located at 111 Richman Street. A suspect was issued a citation. • On December 18, Black Hawk Police officers responded to the Dakota Lot Parking lot located at 245 main street on a domestic disturbance report. One female subject was transported to the Gilpin County Jail. • On December 18, Officer Hough took a phone report of a theft from a

motor vehicle at the Ameristar parking garage. No suspect information was available. • On December 18, Officer Atencio took a report of damaged property that occurred in the Isle Garage located at 401 Main Street. • On December 18, Officers responded to the Monarch Casino on the report of a male party grabbing a female inappropriately. The male was issued a summons for harassment. • On December 19, Officer Atencio responded to an assault in progress at Ameristar located at 111 Richman Street. The suspect fled and engaged a pursuit with law enforcement. An emergency warrant was issued. • On December 19, Officers responded to the Ameristar Casino on the report of a male taking alcohol from the bar. A male was issued a summons for theft. • On December 19, Officer Adler responded to the Wild Card Casino (120 Main Street) for stolen property. Report taken.

GILPIN COUNT Y SHER IFF ’S OFFICE  On November 10, at approximately 0145 HRS, Gilpin Deputies, Gilpin Medics, and Timberline Fire, were dispatched to the 300 block of Chalet Dr, Black Hawk, CO 80422 on the report of a suicidal individual. An individual was transported to the hospital, and a report taken.  On November 10, at approximately 0145 HRS, Gilpin Deputies, Gilpin Medics, and Timberline Fire, were dispatched to the 300 block of Chalet Dr, Black Hawk, CO 80422 on the report of a suicidal individual. An individual was transported to the hospital, and a report taken.  On November 11, at approximately 1005 hours, deputies were dispatched to 321 Gregory Street [Grand Z Casino], City of Central City, County of Gilpin, State of Colorado, in reference to a drug violation and a report was completed.  On November 11,

at approximately 1053 hours, Deputies were dispatched to an assault in progress at 5312 Hwy 119 (Coyote Liquors), Black Hawk, CO 80422 County of Gilpin State of Colorado, In reference to a fight with weapons.  On November 11, at approximately 2207 hours, deputies were advised by Boulder Sheriff’s Office of a potential cold child abuse event alleging to have occurred at 99 Mountain Rose Lane, City of Black Hawk, County of Gilpin, State of Colorado. An investigation and a report was completed.  On November 11, at approximately 1241 hours, deputies were in reference to a suicidal party. An individual was transported to the hospital and a report was completed.  On November 13, at approximately 2354 hours, Deputies responded to Coyote Circle, Black Hawk, CO 80422

on the report of a disturbance. A person was arrested and booked into the Gilpin County Jail.  On November 13, at approximately 2354 hours, Deputies responded to Coyote Circle, Black Hawk, CO 80422 on the report of a disturbance. A person was arrested and booked into the Gilpin County Jail.  On November 14, at approximately 0043 hours, a deputy responded to the Grand Z casino for the report of a broken crack pipe found in a hotel room. The crack pipe was seized and booked into evidence for destruction and report was made. Nothing further.  On November 15, a party turned himself in the Gilpin County Sheriff`s Office on an active warrant for his arrest. A report was later completed.  On November 14, at approximately 1610 hours it was discovered that an inmate in Gilpin

County Detentions Facility was in violation of a no contact protection order. The protection order violation was found to be in violation of the no contact order and was subsequently charged with violation of protection order.  On November 15, an individual turned over a firearm for safekeeping do to criminal charges against him. A report was taken.  On November 15, at approximately 2042 hours, Deputies responded to the 600 block of Highway 72, Golden CO 80403, Gilpin County on the report of a disturbance between two adult siblings. A report was taken.  On November 16, at approximately 1724 hours, Deputies, Gilpin Medics, and Timberline Fire personnel responded to the 2200 block of Gap Road, Black Hawk, CO 80422 on the report of a suicidal individual. A

deceased individual was located. This case is under investigation.  On November 17, at approximately 1226 hours, Deputies were dispatched to 230 Newman Ave, City of Black Hawk, County of Gilpin, State of Colorado in reference to a stolen license plate and a report was taken.  On November 17, at approximately 1226 hours, Deputies were dispatched to 1082 Coyote Circle, City of Black Hawk, County of Gilpin, State of Colorado in reference to a Fraud call, Deputies responded and report was taken.  On November 19, at approximately 1119 hours, deputies were dispatched to 15905 Highway 119 [Private Residence], City of Black Hawk, County of Gilpin, State of Colorado, in reference to a follow-up welfare check and a report was completed.

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