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Change is coming, but timing an issue for local businesses By Crystal Anderson canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com Development plans that have yet to come to fruition are causing concern around the uncertainty of time for Arvada Square businesses, and figuring out when they may be forced to move. “It’s been affecting our business for a long time,” Lori Mayo, owner of Super Pet Cuts, 9415 W. 58th Ave. “Making our clients feel stable when we’re in an unstable environment is difficult … My clients want to schedule for the year, so that’s been a struggle.” Nine years ago the Arvada Urban Renewal Authority (AURA) purchased the land off of Ralston Road and Independence Street as part of the Ralston Fields Urban Renewal area, with plans to purchase its neighbor — the once thriving Arvada Square shopping center — and develop it into a revitalized modern marketplace. Today, the center, now part of the urban renewal area known as Ralston Creek North, remains undeveloped, leaving the project and business owners in limbo. “I’ve lost a lot of customers,” Robert Scull, owner of 1 Stop Thrift Shop said of his move from the Arvada Plaza to the Square and the limbo his business has been in for multiple years. “I do better business here, but I’m going to have to move again by the end of next year — but I can’t look until I know the exact date of when we close here.” In early 2015, after six months of no movement from the project’s original developer, AURA decided to Development continues on Page 5
In the state title game, Pomona’s Max Borghi (21) is wrapped up by Valor Christian’s Cole Baker (16). See PAGE 22
Jeffco K-12 student art on spotlight Foot X Foot exhibition displays student work at Foothills center By Christy Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com
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This map shows the areas AURA is looking to redevelop. Phase 1A — Set to begin development in summer 2016, with Loftus looking to bring new restaurants to the area. Phase 1B — Demolition or revitalization of the Safeway building. Loftus is currently seeking a tenant for the space. Begining late 2016. Phase 2 (green) — AURA purchases Arvada Square Shopping Center in mid-late 2016. Businesses are given six months’ notice before Loftus Development would begin construction.
Donations event boosts nonprofits Colorado Gives Day focuses on local efforts By Crystal Anderson canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com Six years ago, Arvada’s Community First Foundation had an idea — what impact would it have if they could enact a fundraising movement that would help connect Coloradans to their local community nonprofits? Today, the idea lives on as Colorado Gives Day. And the impact — measured both financially and awareness — is huge. “It’s truly a give-where-you-live event,” said Dana Rinderknecht, director of online giving for Community First foundation. “You can put in your ZIP code, and find one (a nonprofit) in your back yard that you didn’t know about … it’s all about getting the nonprofit and the donor together.” In that time, Colorado Gives Day has raised more than $83 million for 1,800 nonprofits across the state, including 23 in Arvada. This year’s date was Dec. 8. “We’ve presented the foundation in a way that’s commensurate to what we’re
Sammy McConnell has always loved candles. So, candles, and his brother, were the inspiration for his photograph. And, surprisWHAT: Foot X Foot ingly, the senior exhibit, which features at Golden High artwork from Jefferson School said, his County’s K-12 students brother was a good model. WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “They came Tuesday through Friday, out really Nov. 1 - Dec. 28 good,” McCoWHERE: Community nnell said, Gallery of the Foothills “which makes Art Center, 1510 Washme proud to be ington Avenue, in Golden able to take a picture of that COST: Free and open to quality.” the public McConnell’s For more information: photograph, www.foothillsartcenter. titled “Happy org; 303-279-3922 Birthday,” is one of more than 40 pieces of art on display for the Foot X Foot exhibit currently at the Foothills Art Center.
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Nearly 20 percent funded, the Two Ponds Preservation Foundation schoolhouse is coming to fruition. The organization uses Colorado Gives Day to raise money for education and preservation efforts for Arvada’s Two Ponds National Refuge. Courtesy image all about,” Roger Johnson, a member of the Two Ponds Preservation Foundation, said of his group’s involvement with Colorado Gives Day. “It’s a very good venue for where we can reach out to the community and share our story.” The Two Ponds Preservation Foundation, which saw $2,566 in donations in 2014 — an 88 percent increase in dona-
tions from 2013 — is not alone. Other nonprofits, such as the Carin’ Clinic and the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, have also seen growth in donations, with a 179 percent year-over-year increase for the clinic, and a $91 average Donations continues on Page 27
Golden student Sammy McConnell’s photograph, titled “Happy Birthday,” is one of more than 40 pieces of art on display for the Foot X Foot exhibit currently at the Foothills Art Center.
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JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY A glimpse of the people in our community
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Entertainer finds life is rich with connections
All my life, I’ve found connections. I was born and raised in Elmhurst, Illinois, where I lived, worked and played for nearly 40 years. Working in communications and entertainment, I’ve held a variety of positions and nearly all of them I’ve gained through conversation and a connection. I started noticing these connections after high school, when I went to Beloit College in Wisconsin to study environmental biology, but found I was passionate and felt more at home within the theater department, so I switched halfway through to study theater arts communication, a field I am very passionate about. I worked directing shows in Illinois, but after a few years, I felt it was time for a switch, and so I found a job working as a page designer with Playboy magazine. During this time I was dating a friend of mine. He was a Christian, like myself, and suggested I go to church with him and meet the pastor. Well, shortly upon meeting this young, single and attractive man, my boyfriend and I broke up and I started dating the pastor — it was love at first sight. Feeling another life shift about to happen, I started to evaluate my time at the magazine, my faith and my relationships. Soon after, I became the pastor’s wife, and found my faith was growing leaps and bounds, but my time designing at Playboy was over. In 1990, my husband, the former pastor at the Arvada Presbyterian Church, and I decided it was time for a change, and moved our family out to Colorado. We moved with our two children, Rebekah and Aaron, and have lived in the city’s
Marty Jewell outskirts ever since. During that time I found a lot of fun, rewarding positions to work in. I was a preschool teacher, a tiny tots dance teacher, Ronald McDonald’s chauffeur and now I’m a family entertainer, balloonist, magician and a home assistant. Through my work I’m able to meet so many people, and I love it. As the saying goes, strangers are just friends I haven’t met yet. I’m a passionate and gregarious individual who loves to be busy, meet people, and have fun. Outside my work, I love to be active with my community. In the winter, I ski with my friends, we have a group called the “Downhill Divas” and we go skiing every season together. This community is great. We may live in Westminster, but since we moved here I’ve felt a part of the Arvada community. We are active with the Arvada-Jefferson Kiwanis Club, the Arvada Presbyterian Church and the Arvada Festivals Commission, and love every bit of it. For me, as a Christian, the words that would describe life to me most would be: Micha 6:8 “… to act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” It’s funny how everything and everyone are connected. Written by Crystal Anderson. If you have suggestions for My Name Is..., contact her at canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com.
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Rooney Road Recycling Center closed through December The Rooney Road Recycling Center, 151 S. Rooney Road, in Golden is temporarily closed in the month of December, with plans to re-open in January. The temporary closure is because of budgetary limitations and the increased demand for disposing of household hazardous waste in a safe and responsible manner. Recycling services will resume in January 2016, and the center is still accepting appointments for January services. The facility serves residents of Jefferson County and the towns and cities of Arvada, Edgewater, Golden, Lakeside, Lakewood, Morrison, Mountain View and Wheat Ridge. To learn more about the facility and its recycling programs, visit www.rooneyroadrecycling.org. To make an appointment for 2016, call 303-316-6262. For more information on the closure, people may also contact John Moody, co-chair of the Jefferson County Authority Representative, at 303-271-5714 or jmoody@jeffco.us; or Kodi Bryant, communications for the public health department at 303-239-7048 or klbryant@ jeffco.us. Giving Tree at Jeffco government building Jefferson County put up its annual giving tree in the atrium of the administration and courts building on Dec. 7. The tree has holiday gift wishes, in the form of gift tags, for some of Jeffco’s less fortunate children. Benefiting from the giving tree are clients from the local nonprofits Stride, CASA and Jeffco’s Head Start. To participate, stop by the Jeffco government building, 100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden, and select a tag or two off the tree. Then, bring the new, unwrapped gift with the wish tag, to the county commissioners’ office located inside the government building no later than noon on Dec. Dec. 14. The wish tags are gifts requested by the children directly. If an extra wish tag is taken, but the gift was not purchased, the
tag must be returned to the tree as soon as possible so that no child is left without a gift. For more information about the giving tree, call 303-271-8518. To learn more about the nonprofits the giving tree will benefit, visit the following websites: Stride: www.stride-co.org CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates: www.coloradocasa.org Jefferson County Head Start: www.jeffco.us/human-services/family-childrenyouth/head-start Library to offer personal security online course The Jefferson County Public Library is offering residents two opportunities to learn about online safety. The classes are offered from 1-2:30 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Golden Library, 1019 10th St. in Golden, and from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Belmar Library, 555 S. Allison Parkway in Lakewood. Both classes will cover the same topics. Attendees will learn how to keep personal information secure, be safe when shopping online and how to avoid common security pitfalls when using the Internet. The class is offered as a computer information course, and attendees must possess basic computer skills, such as using a mouse, keyboard, basic Windows commands and functions; and some Internet experience is helpful. The security online course is free to attend, however, people must pre-register. Register for the course by calling 303-2355275, online through the events page at www.jeffcolibrary.org, or in person at any of the Jefferson County libraries. Winter’s night campfire The community is invited to participate in a winter campfire gathering from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 18 at the Lookout Mountain Nature Center and Preserve, 910 Colorow Road, in Golden. The event is family-friendly and open Jeffco continues on Page 3
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to people of all ages, but dogs are not permitted. The event takes place outdoors, so attendees are required to be prepared for cold temperatures. Everybody should also bring a mug for free hot
chocolate to be served. The event is free to attend, but registration is required. To register, visit www. jeffco.us/open-space/parks/lookoutmountain-nature-center or call 720-4977600. School of Mines offers camp for elementary students Registration for a new winter 2015 camp offered by the Colorado School of
Mines’ K-12 Student Outreach Program. The camp takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 21 and 22 at the Colorado School of Mines campus, 1500 Illinois St., in Golden. The camp is designed to provide a fun, learning environment for elementary school students. Children who will be attending the second through fourth grade are invited to attend. Pam Batton with EcoAdventures with be instructing
the camp. Cost is $200 per student. The camp is limited to a maximum of 15 students, and all campers must preregister. A waitlist option is available if the camp has filled. To register, or learn more about the K-12 Student Outreach Program, visit http://students.csmspace.com/.
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The Sellers Market Lives on — But Only for Homes That Are Priced Right The chart at right shows how long a sampling of Jeffco homes listed during the first six months of 2015 spent on the market before going under contract. The clock is still running for 24 of those listings which are still active. REAL ESTATE This charts demonstrates why there is TODAY such a difference between the median days on market and average days on market. These listings have an average days on market of 39, but a median days on market of 12. “Median” means that half the listings sold in less than 12 days and half took longer than 12 days to sell. The average is so much higher than the median because of all those homes that were on the market for 30, 60, 90, 180 days or longer. Why does it happen that most homes By JIM SMITH, ® sell quickly but others take so long to Realtor sell? The simple answer is overpricing. If a home is priced well — no matter what the price range — it can sell quickly and even attract multiple offers. But if it is overpriced, it can sit on the market for a long, long time. Of those 22 homes shown as on the market 180-365 days, only two are sold listings and four are currently under contract. The other 16 are all still for sale. The current (or sold) listing price of those 22 listings is 91.1% of their original listing price and will probably slide further before the remaining 16 listings sell. By contrast, those 240 listings which sold in 0-7 days sold for
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an average 101.1% of asking price. That percentage would be even higher if it weren’t for people selling their homes too quickly. That’s right — too quickly! I’m referring to the homes that show zero days on market, of which there were nearly 400 in Jefferson County this year. Many of those sellers would, by my calculation, have received an average of one to two percent more — many of them much more — for their homes if they had waited at least two or three days before accepting a contract. Analyzing sales from January through June 2015, I found that homes which sold Source: REcolorado.com with zero days on market sold for an average of roughly full price, but the homes which sold in 2 to 5 days sold for an average of 101-102% of asking price. The listing agents who sold those homes without waiting for competing offers may have had an ulterior motive in urging their sellers to accept the first offer instead of waiting for other offers. That reason in many cases was that they kept their entire commission instead of splitting it with a buyer’s agent. Of 197 such listings which sold in zero days, 95 of them — or just under 50% — were sold by the listing agents, doubling their commission. By comparison, of 198 listings which sold in five days, only seven — or 3.5% — were sold by the listing agent. If you sold your home to a buyer which your listing agent brought you without waiting for additional offers, you may have left money on the table — and in your listing agent’s pockets. I was inspired to write on this topic because this past week I sold a $335,000 listing for over $350,000, with five competing offers. The highest offer came in on day 5 and was the result of sharing the current best offer with each We are still collecting unwrapped toys for the Christian Action Guild’s Santa Shop. Drop off your toys anytime, day or night, in the foyer of our South Golden Road office.
prospective buyer. Fortunately, my seller understood and accepted my strategy of pricing the home at market value instead of at a premium, as so many sellers want to do. We could have priced the home at $350,000 and maybe have attracted a buyer after a week or so, but by pricing the home at $335,000 we drew enough buyers to be selective. The seller got the closing date he wanted and got the buyer with the strongest financing. The chart below shows a fiveyear history of median days on market (solid blue) and the ratio of sold price to original listing price (green line). As stated above, the shorter the days on market, the higher the ratio, reaching even above 100%. There’s no substitute for right pricing a home.
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Cool curling competition By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com Making it to the top of the curling world means working one’s way through a lot of matches and tournaments. For 29 teams in the relatively new field of Mixed Doubles Curling, that means taking on each other at the Denver Curling Center over five days. On the afternoon of Dec. 4, just two days into the USA Curling Mixed Doubles National Championship, competition on the ice was already heating up. Four draws were going on, pitting teams from New York, Wisconsin, North Dakota and Minnesota. “It’s been a great competition so far and the ice has been great,” said Angela Tomis, chief umpire of the tournament from Massachusetts. “My job here is to run the event and make sure everything is going smoothly and in accordance with the rules.” On the ice, teams are still getting a feel for the ice and developing a winning strategy. Throwers practice their deliveries (also called pitches or throws), and sweepers with brooms are given signals about when to sweep. It ends up sounding similar to a football once the signaling starts — shouts of “yes, yes” and “hurry, hurry” ring out, and sweep-
Red Rocks receives grant for Health Sciences campus Red Rocks Community College is expanding in Arvada, and so is its programming. With the help of a $972,892 grant from the Health Resources and Service Administration, the college will use the money to help train providers to use the Patient-Centered Medical Home approach. This approach strengthens care and reduces overall costs for the patient. By training students in this program, the school is helping to increase the use of it in rural and underserved areas of the community. Jersey Mike’s Subs opens Popular fresh salad and sub restaurant, Jersey Mike’s Subs, opened its doors Dec. 2 at 15530 W. 64th Ave. Although a national franchise, Jersey Mike’s prioritizes the communities in which it is located, giving back to organizations such as the Arvada Community Food Bank. Started in 1956, the chain specializes in freshly sliced sub sandwiches on fresh baked bread. For more information, visit www.jerseymikes. com or www.facebook.com/jerseymikes.
Athletes compete in the 2016 USA Curling Mixed Doubles National Championship at the Denver Curling Center on Dec. 4. Photo by Clarke Reader ers are urged to watch the line. On the other side of the glass, it’s a quieter affair, with other athletes, Denver Curling Club volunteers and family members watching the draws. Phil Moir, vice president of the club, said the evening matches pick up in audience attendance. But for those not able to duck out of work or other obligations to watch developments live, they could stay
updated online. “We are livestreaming all the draws online, so people can watch anytime,” Moir said. “I heard from people who weren’t there at all how great our opening was.” There’s a slight lull between matches, but then the next pairs are ready, and then it’s just the shush of the stone sliding across the ice. For more about the curling center, turn to PAGE 12.
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lead on the project. Within three months, Loftus has developed plans, met with realtors, drawn up construction plans, talked with architects and business owners, and divided the project into three sections to be built in three phases. However, within the next few years, that state of uncertainty will change, Phair said, because the redevelopment is happening. “There’s all this activity happening here, so it would be really great if we can get some great restaurant users here, places for adults to go, coffee shops, family restaurants,” Phair said. Starting with a corner of the site where Big O’ Tires once stood, the developers are hoping to begin in summer 2016. For the square, AURA is hoping to purchase the shopping center soon, with development beginning by the end of next year. Once purchased, the authority will give tenants six months to leave, and rebate good tenants with two months of rent to help ease the transitions. “We’re going to give them as much time as possible,” Phair said about notifying tenants. “We want to back into that date until the last minute that the developer needs it … we’ll give them their notice when we know they’re (Loftus) is going to pull the trigger.” The site will incorporate approximately 100,000 square feet of restaurant, retail and office space, have around 300 apartments and live/work homes, and have ample parking. Along with the Arvada Square development, in the former Arvada Plaza site, development has begun with the demolition and construction on a small Wal-Mart has begun, and is expected to be completed by early 2017. As for now, Scull and several other owners are staying put, but keeping their eyes on the market and the project, because despite the best laid plans, uncertainty exists. “If I look at it, I moved two years ago when that (Wal-Mart) was approved,” Scull said. “That was over three years ago by the time it’s done and there’s no date yet — I may have five years here yet, I don’t know.”
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All of the artwork is submissions from Jefferson County’s K-12 students. The exhibit represents some of the best work of Jefferson County students, said Eriq Hochuli, education coordinator at the art center. And all the people who come to see the exhibit show support for the local student artists, he added. Students are “beyond excited” to have their artwork displayed at a professional gallery said Colton Urland, a senior art student at Ralston Valley High School.. “I love having the chance for people to see my work, and all the different ways others interpret it,” Urland said. Creating his submitted piece, a charcoal work titled “Only I can Tell,” brought out a skill level he thought he never would be able to accomplish, Urland said. Jefferson County schools have a strong visual arts curriculum, said Shannon May, visual arts coordinator for Jeffco schools. Having students art displayed in a gallery “gives them a glimpse into the professional world,” she said. “There’s something special about the gallery.”
New business features old trends Junkspirations antique, vintage store opens doors in Arvada
By Crystal Anderson canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com Former primary school teacher Tammy Glasby saw her passions come to life last month when she opened her first business: Junkspirations. A mix of old and new ideas, Junkspirations is a vintage and antique store located in the heart of Arvada at 6660 Wadsworth Blvd. “I’ve always had a passion for vintage and antiques, and you can only put so much in your house,” Glasby said. Open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, Glasby said she hopes she can bring some eclectic fun to homes in the community. About the owner A former K-third grade teacher, Glasby said she wanted a change, and starting her own business was just what she needed. Throughout her childhood, she and her mother would go around to various estate and garage sales and go antiquing, something that she said drove her passion for vintage and old things. That passion has driven her not only to decorate her home with various antiques, collectibles and vintage finds, but to start a collection of her own, one she’s ready to share with others. In his/her words “It’s all been a learning curve for
All of the student artwork comes from classwork based on the Colorado visual arts academic standards, said Elizabeth Buhr, visual arts educator at Normandy Elementary who helped coordinate the exhibit. Being able to see work from students of all ages — elementary, middle and high schools — together is “really exciting because it’s really rich” in talent, Buhr said. Teachers agree that it’s important for the community to see the talent of Jeffco students. “The arts are vital,” Buhr said. The exhibit lets the public “see how the students are learning, and exploring their skills and concepts.” But it’s not only the community that benefits. The art students do, also. The exhibit gives elementary students the opportunity to see where their art can go, and middle schoolers can look forward to high school arts programs, May said. Then, in high school, it shifts a little. High school students are beginning to look into art schools to earn a college degree, or careers in the arts, May said. And the teachers are proud of students’ work. “As an art teacher, I am most proud of my students when they find within themselves a talent they never realized before,”
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Set up in the style of a house, each room and various sections of the store represent rooms in a house. Items such as these distinctive painted mugs are in the kitchen room. Photo by Crystal Anderson me, and I’ve tried to figure out the business aspect and figure out taxes,” she said of owning her own business. “But the biggest “aha!” moments have been that I’ve met a lot of people through this business in the community and I didn’t realize that would occur.” The finer side of old Junkspirations has a variety of unique things, but fine antiques can still be found. Along with her designs and finds, Glasby keeps antiques on hand for those looking for the finer side of old. Along with her fine antiques, Glasby also repurposes several of her vintage finds into a variety of new things. She’s taken an old barn pulley and added a planter to it to create a hanging plant sitter and nightlights
said Bonny Colagrosso, chair of the visual arts department at Ralston Valley High School. “I literally have the best job in the world witnessing the excitement when a student is able to express an idea, while others marvel at their ability.” Art is a great creative outlet, said Liz Squire, a tenth-grader at Golden High School. “It’s good for students to let loose, and not have to worry about things, and just compose a piece of art,” she said. Alisia Jasmine Garcia, a senior at Chatfield high school, said attending her advanced placement 3D sculpting class gives her the confidence boost she needs to get through tougher classes, such as physics or math, because she knows art is something she’s good at. Students who struggle in other subjects can express feelings and communicate thoughts through their art, without restriction, she said. The “visual arts open the minds of students and their imaginations,” Garcia said. “They learn to think on a deeper level (which) opens doors and creates opportunities that could not have been imagined without exposure to the visual arts.”
out of old glass photography slides to name a few. “I try and pair new things with old things,” she said. “It’s kind of eclectic, just like my house.” Small and new In her new role, Glasby said she is finding there’s quite a learning curve to operating a profitable small business — something she said she loves. “When people shop at small businesses they’re not supporting a big corporation, but are supporting a small business,” she said. “I’m here for my customers and will try to find what they are looking for, but I’m supporting my family with my business.” For more information, go to Facebook and visit the Junkspirations page, or call 303-993-6904.
Alisia Jasmine Garcia, a senior at Chatfield Senior High School, believes the visual arts open the minds and imaginations of students. Photo by Christy Steadman
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Candelas developers and Arvada city councilmen Mark McGoff, center right, and David Jones, center left, break ground on the Northwest housing development’s second recreation center Dec. 3. The location is near Highway 72 and Halett Street and will serve residents of the Candelas development, which is still being built. It is expected to open this summer. Photo by Crystal Anderson
Santa Claus looks on as the many lights along Clear Creek in Golden light up in a riot of colors during the Dec. 4 Golden Candlelight Walk. Santa helped lead the procession of candlelight walkers down Washington Avenue to the tree lighting location. Photo by Tim McClanahan
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Mobile devices can be portals to peril Do you remember the 1982 film “Poltergeist”? People of about my age surely do — it was a formative movie experience. To my memory, it was the first horror movie of its generation that did not prominently feature knives, chain saws, and other sharp weapons, but, instead, spent its time playing around with your mind. Very creepy. I’m not a huge fan of horror movies to begin with, but give me a movie like “Poltergeist” over “Friday the 13th” any day. At any rate, one of the pivotal scenes in the movie was when the little girl was staring at the white noise on the television, and then turned to her family and announced “They’re here.” The television itself was not evil, mind you — it was simply the conduit through which the poltergeists came through to do their mischief. I’m starting to understand what that family must have felt like about the television. I have had a lot of fun over the past few years making fun of the younger generation and their absolute dependence on their telephones. The fact that no millennial can find a store, compute a math problem, or have a real-life conversation without having to turn to their phone is a source of great amusement to me. But, lately, some things have happened that are starting to make me wonder if these wonderful little tools aren’t the equivalent of the TV in “Poltergeist.” To wit: the Canon City High School sexting scandal. Have you heard about this? Last month, as many as 100 Canon City
students were implicated in a conspiracy to take nude and semi-nude photos of themselves on their cellular phones, and then share them with fellow students. There is the possibility, under investigation, that some of the photos were taken on school Michael Alcorn grounds, leading to HITTING suspensions, and, since many of the HOME implicated students were members of the football team, the school did forfeit one football game. Now, for a moment, set aside your gut reaction to teenagers doing stupid things and not realizing that those pictures live forever in cyberspace. Because it gets worse. To hide their activities, many of the students employed an app on their phones called “Photo Vault.” The way it works is this: if you open the app, it looks just like a calculator, or other completely innocuous program. Only if you hold down a specific key for a specific period of time does the phone bring up a password page, which allows you through to the photos after putting in the right code. Again, set aside your gut reaction long enough to realize that somebody bothered
to create this app. Somebody, by the way, with the tech skills to probably find a way to access ALL of those photos whenever they want to. Our children live in a world that very few of us really understand. They have instant access to all of their friends’ thoughts, emotions and, apparently, pictures. This is bad enough, and opens the door to all manner of bullying and mischief. But now, predators out there are helping our children find ways to cross the Rubicon and do illegal, immoral and dangerous stuff using their phones. The students aren’t evil — they’re kids, doing stupid kid stuff. But the people out there preying on them are evil, and they’re doing what they always do: finding ways to separate our children from the influences of stable institutions like family. I hate sounding like a curmudgeon — after all, I, too, own an iPhone 6 that I spend WAY too much time staring at. But these kids with their fancy new technology are in a brave new world, and it’s one that desperately needs adult supervision. Be very careful about when and how you allow your children access to that world. Once they’re in, you can’t simply move the phone out into the hallway as the end credits roll.
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What to do about that quarterback situation? With Peyton Manning injured, and the second string guy looking good at 3-0, we asked folks around the Jefferson County administrative building and W Line light rail station what they thought the Broncos should do.
“I think they should keep Osweiler in, and let Peyton get paid as an offensive coordinator. And if they make the playoffs, it’ll be whichever QB gives them the best option.” Maurice Willls, Aurora “I do not watch football, but I kind of know what’s going on. I don’t care much though.” Jamie Thompson, Lakewood
“I know Peyton is pretty injured. I don’t want to say he’s done ... maybe one more season. Brock Osweiler, I like him. I think he could be the next John Elway.” Jason Atencio, Lakewood “I think they should just lose the rest of the season, because I’m a Raiders fan.” Ricco Rivera, Golden
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Hope for new school board It seems that no one, after looking at the recent school board election in Jefferson County, is being completely balanced in their views. Michael Alcorn implies that the outgoing school board would have liked to provide much greater salaries to music teachers. However, they never proposed such a thing. They wanted highly qualified teachers to be paid more, and yet they did not make salaries even match inflation. Another guest column implied that the new school board wants to treat charter schools differently. All came out on the record saying they had no intention of doing so. Other authors imply that teachers’ unions want to keep mediocre and poorly performing teachers. Nothing could be further from the truth. It does the union no good to protect poor teachers, and nor have they tried to do so. There is no language in any contract that implies otherwise. My hope is that it be hard to get a new contract. I want us to fight for everything that we get with a school board that looks out for the interest of all students. I want the teachers to feel like they got a good contract, the public feels the teachers got a fair contract, the school board looked out for the budget, but no one gets everything that they want. On both sides of the political aisle people can see that we are moving deck chairs on the Titanic when it comes to public school education. Between Tabor, Gallagher, Amendment 23, we have a broken system. If people want to see more vouchers, more privatization of education, taking money away from public institutions, that is their political right. But unless we fix our statewide funding systems, they, too, will be fighting for a smaller and smaller piece of the pie to distribute. Don Cameron, Golden
Jeffco LWV urges support for new ozone standards Jefferson County was ranked by the American Lung Association 2014 report as the worst county in Colorado for ozone pollution and was given a grade of F. Ozone levels present in the county and elsewhere in and east of the foothills can cause serious heart and respiratory problems including premature death, especially for those in sensitive groups such as children, teens and those over 65 years, people with asthma or COPD, and individuals with cardiovascular disease or diabetes. Children face special risks from air pollution because their lungs are growing Colorado will make recommendations to the EPA in 2016 on how the new tougher ozone limits of 70 parts per billion will affect the state. Human health and the environment should be the number one consideration when impacts of the new standard are considered. The Denver metro area and parts of the Northern Front Range are currently considered as “marginal non-attainment” by the EPA under the current 75 partsper-billion standard. The state was given until 2015 to meet the 2008 federal standard for ground level ozone pollution. As a result of Colorado’s inability to comply with the federal directive, the metro area, which includes Jefferson County, is being “bumped up” to a higher moderate nonattainment classification. The League of Women Voters of Jefferson County urges the Jefferson County Commissioners, Jefferson County Health Department and the Mayors of the local governments, to work with the Regional Air Quality Council and the Air Quality Control Commission to support the proposed new EPA standard for ozone of 70 parts per billion. The proposed lower ozone standard is a significant step to protecting public health and will move Jefferson County closer toward cleaner, healthier air for all
segments of our population. Christina Manthey, Jefferson County League of Women Voters New board eliminating public comment? Listening online to the surprise Jeffco BOE meeting that took place on Nov. 30, it seems President Ron Mitchell wants to limit community input by getting rid of public comment during “study sessions.” At the board meeting on Nov. 3, the outgoing board voted unanimously to add public comment to any special study session at which the board takes action. At the surprise Nov. 30 meeting, Mr. Mitchell said, “It is not my intention to reverse every decision of the previous board,” but he then went on to question the policy of allowing public comment at study sessions. There was a reason that the former board voted to allow public comment during special meetings ... the community wanted it! Furthermore, I have heard every one of the “clean slate of 5” board members say that they want to “engage the community,” “improve outreach,” and “increase trust.” How is limiting public comment accomplishing any of those goals? How is this new board truly listening to parents and community members in Jeffco if one of their first board decisions is to revoke that option? It is my sincerest hope that Mr. Mitchell and the rest of the new school board want to genuinely move forward, as they assured us in their campaign speeches, and not simply return to the status quo, central decision-making of the former superintendent’s administration. Deb Eigenbrod, Littleton Support passage of Medicare Part D and prescription drug bills I urge your publication to publish an
editorial urging Congress to pass important Medicare Part D and prescription drug bills. Passage of the Medicare Prescription Drug Savings and Choice Act (H.R. 3261 and S. 1884) would create one or more Medicare-administered prescription drug plans to compete with the expensive, privately administered prescription drug plans currently offered under Medicare Part D. The bill would also require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to negotiate for lower drug prices. Or, passage of the Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act (S. 31 and H.R. 3061) would empower Medicare to negotiate for the best possible prices of prescription medications for Medicare Part D. Passage of the Personal Drug Importation Fairness Act of 2015 (H.R. 2623) would give access to safe, reasonably priced prescription drugs by allowing importation and reimportation of prescription drugs from countries with safety standards that are at least as strong as those of the United States. Or, passage of the Safe and Affordable Drugs from Canada Act (S. 122 and H.R. 2228) would allow individuals to import safe prescription drugs from our northern neighbors. Kenneth DeBey, Lakewood
Giving winter snow the brush-off This is regarding the Dec. 3 article about the Traction Law and the Passenger Vehicle Chain law. I would like to see law enforcement add a warning about removing ALL snow from vehicles before driving. Too many people leave snow on the roof of their vehicle and it blows onto the windshields of drivers behind them. In some cases a large chunk of snow breaks loose and blinds the other drivers. Kathleen Flynn, Arvada
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George Pramenko, 79, was born on April 22, 1936, in Anaconda, Montana, to George and Patsy Pramenko. He died at his home in Arvada after a long illness. He is survived by his wife, Karen, and two sons: Dr. John Pramenko and his wife, Tracy, and children Maggie and Sam of Niskayuna, New York; and Dr. Mike Pramenko and his wife, Karen, and children Ellie, Connor, and Adam of Grand Junction. He is also survived by a brother, Paul, and sister, Mary Meese, both of Missoula, Montana. He was preceded in death by his parents and two siblings, James and Sandy. From 1943 to 1955 he attended Paxon Grade School and Missoula County High School in Missoula. He enjoyed learning and education.
He studied architecture at Montana State for a year, and in 1957 he returned to Missoula to study business at the University of Montana, graduating in 1962. He served in the U.S. Army. He married Karen Nelson in 1965. They made their home in Montana, Idaho, and moved in 1971 to Wheat Ridge and then Arvada. George taught school in all three states. He was interested in English literature and early American history. George always enjoyed team sports as a player, coach and referee. He especially enjoyed playing baseball from the time he was nine years old to twenty-three years old. George participated in representative government
as an observer, participant, and activist. He was active in improving public safety, parks and recreation, and public education. He supported his wife and sons in their health careers. He traveled, visited national parks, camped, and enjoyed outdoor activities with his wife and sons. He enjoyed visiting his grandchildren. Those wishing to make donations in his memory may contribute to the ALS Association, Rocky Mountain Chapter, 10855 Dover Street, Suite 500, Westminster, Colorado, 80021. A Memorial Mass will be said in the Archdiocese of Denver Mortuary chapel at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 12801 West 44th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, on December 28th at 11:30 am.
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Curling center attracts national attention Top athletes in mixed doubles visit Jeffco venue By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com For Olympic curler hopefuls, the road to top-tier competition begins in Jefferson County. This year, the 2016 USA Curling Mixed Doubles National Championship was held at the Denver Curling Center where some of the country’s top athletes competed for the national crown and a spot in the world championship qualifier. “We’re so happy so many people came from all over the country to participate in this competition,” said Phil Moir, vice president of the Denver Curling Club, at
an opening ceremony on Dec. 2. “This is our first major event at this facility, and we’re so proud to host everyone here.” Competition started Dec. 2 and ran through Dec. 7, with 29 teams from as far away as Alaska, Massachusetts and California. Mixed doubles curling is the newest addition to Olympic curling, Moir explained, with the sport only being added in 2008. Instead of a team of four — as is the case with traditional curling — the new addition features only two team members, which emphasizes more the thrower’s skill and less the team’s sweeping skills. “Everyone is trying to figure out the rules and the best way to play in this approach,” said Pete Fenson, a lifetime curler and winner of an Olympic bronze
medal in 2006. One of Fenson’s sons, Alex, competed in the recent event. “I love the camaraderie of the sport, and the strategy, and just a few years down the line, some of these people could be in the Olympics.” The curling center opened in October 2014 at West Seventh Avenue and Elridge Street, just outside Lakewood city limits in an area south of Colorado Mills mall. The center had to apply to hold the championship more than a year ago, and it took countless hours of volunteer work and sponsorship funds to ensure everything was ready in time. Among those who were key in getting the curling center built and the competition held in Jefferson County is Scott Stevenson, who led the building committee and is a member of the Denver Curl-
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Traditions, we all have them, and at the holidays they seem to emerge in masses. They’re nostalgic, reminding one of a simpler time of love and family, while honoring those who came before. Whether it’s eating the same rolls every year, or opening a present on Christmas Eve, traditions bring us together to celebrate one another and the season with peace, relaxation and, of course, a little bit of fun. To help us with this story, we asked residents from across our coverage areas to submit their favorite holiday traditions.
HOLIDAY LIGHTS Whether you’re walking along a river, watching a parade or going for a nighttime drive, viewing holiday lights are a popular visual treat for the young and young at heart. “I like the holiday lights. I love walking through downtown Golden and along the Creek while the lights are up, and at home I like sitting near the Christmas tree when it’s lit up at night. I don’t like the cold weather and short days at this time of the year, but I think holiday lights are a nice compensation.” Barb Warden, Golden “We drive around and see all the holiday lights that people display in their yards. We have done that every year since I was even a kid.” Bob Fifer, Arvada “We get food to eat in the car so we can drive around and look at the lights. We have our favorites we hit year after year.” Sharon Giffen, Arvada “We do hot chocolate and a light tour sometime in December.” Monica Meyer, Arvada
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CHRISTMAS EVE Christmas is best spent with family and friends, and for many that tradition starts with food, fun and presents on Christmas Eve. “Christmas Eve celebration has been the tradition every year since I can remember and beyond. We celebrate with my grandparents and family. We have dinner and open gifts on the Eve of Christmas. What makes this tradition so special is ALL the family is together under one roof and you can feel all the love, spirit and joy. The thought of my daughter growing up with this same tradition warms my heart.” Natasha Alkire, Firestone “For as long as I can remember, Christmas Eve has always been our special night. We all gather at my mom’s house and have a ton of appetizers and munchies. We put the yule log on the TV and listen to Christmas music. We play Uno and some other games until it’s presents time. Then it is an around-theroom present parade. We are silly and fun and just enjoy being together.” Karen Creuz, Arvada “One of my favorite traditions is Christmas Eve. Every year we gather at Grandma’s house where she has cooked up a big pot of chili with all the toppings and fresh cornbread. We sing Christmas carols led by my sister-in-law, Julie, who is a part of the A-West choir. Everyone gets to open one present, then we end the evening by reading “The Night Before Christmas” and “Polar Express” because no one can ever agree on which one to read.” Rita Lawrence, Arvada
GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING Baking holiday goodies can be quite the treat. “Every year beginning In December, we do gingerbread house decorating! We make little gingerbread houses and invite our family to come and decorate with us. Most of the time it’s a 3:1 candy ration (three in the mouth and one for the house) but we have so much fun! It’s a tradition that gets us all together for a fun evening of laughs, reminiscing and creativity!” Rita Pardo, Arvada
OTHER TRADITIONS Some of our favorite activities aren’t categorized by any traditional method, but rest assured, these new and exciting traditions must make the holiday list. “We are starting two new traditions this year! First, my daughter and I plan to run around Golden on Small Business Saturday with a fellow mom and buddy and take selfies with the elves! The other tradition we are going to start is to follow the Christmas Kindness Advent calendar! This should be a very fun Christmas filled with giving, lots of singing and memory making.” Laura Woodworth, Golden “Traditions have changed the past eight years or so. We don’t’ have any little ones in my family and I noticed at Christmas that we were just exchanging gift cards. So we made an agreement that we all love each other, and that we don’t need to exchange gifts at Christmas. We still get together, have a wonderful day and enjoy each other’s company. So instead of exchanging gifts with the family, we take that money and buy toys for kids in need. This is our new tradition and my husband and I look forward to this every year.” Holli Arnett, Arvada “I like the music and the decorations and the many events in the long run-up to Christmas, and then I enjoy spending quiet time with my family.” Barb Warden, Golden “Simply put, this is the time of the year when we take the most vacation time from work and truly have quality family time with our immediate family and the rest of the family as well. The kids get a long break from school. We take advantage of this and plan vacation accordingly, so we can maximize our time together.” Jeremy Riley, Golden “Our favorite holiday traditions are decorating for Christmas (lights, tree, stockings, etc.) and exchanging one gift every Christmas Eve, which is always a new set of pajamas and slippers. Sometimes, the pajamas are themed for the whole family and sometimes they’re not. Once we’re all changed in our new pajamas, we’ll pick a family movie to watch together or play games or both.” Jeremy Riley, Golden “I thought it would be fun for the kids to have new Christmas pajamas for Christmas morning. So we would have a Jammie Fairy come and put them on their beds on Christmas Eve. When we sent them up to get ready for bed they would find them. I think they liked it ‘cause as teenagers they still wanted the Jammie Fairy to come. Now the Jammie Fairy brings Christmas jammies to the grandkids.” Betty Young Bradley, Arvada
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Time to make lists — but don’t miss a musical gem There’s so much music available these days that people are going to miss — no matter how hard they try not to — some truly great pieces of work. That’s why this time of year is my favorite. It’s not because of the pretty lights, the baked goods or the gifts. It’s because for the rest of the month critics will be making their lists, checking them twice and picking everything from favorite songs, albums, most overlooked release, worst release, best reissue and a myriad of other musical categories. The approach a critic takes to this process is personal. I’m sure as many different methods and systems exist as there are critics. As someone who has been an unofficial critic for nearly a decade — compiling my own year-end list since 2008 — it’s a challenging process. For me, it begins with a deceptively simple question: Am I picking my favorite music — or the best? The difference in answers is huge. For instance, according to most critics, Bruce Springsteen’s “Born to Run” is his best album in that it represents his most radical leap forward as a musician and represents some of his most penetrating lyrics. On the other hand, “Darkness on the Edge of Town” or “Tunnel of Love”
connect with me on a far deeper level as a listener. So which receives more weight? That’s the challenge of being a critic — separating your feelings and examining the music objectively. You need to recognize Clarke Reader what makes a piece of music special or LINER relevant, even if you NOTES don’t love it. It’s a hard line to walk, and I only successfully do it some of the time. For a while, I tried to live up to a critic’s consensus of music. My first few year-end lists were less of a reflection of my favorite music than what I saw other critics choosing. At some point, you have to embrace the fact that music is a profoundly personal experience, and since it’s impossible to reach complete consensus on any kind of art, why bother trying? Instead of trying to build some kind of critical agreement, these lists should serve as a kind of personal time capsule.
The lists that most reflect the personality of the critic or staff are the best for this very reason — they focus on music that had the largest impact over the past 12 months. Those are the lists that show you something new. That is, after all, what these lists are for — to foster discussion and to funnel the best music into the ears of people who might’ve missed it. Such lists have helped me discover some of my favorite music: The placement of Miranda Lambert’s “Four the Record” on Rolling Stone’s 2011 list opened the door to country after nearly a lifetime of disinterest. A list on National Public Radio that same year introduced me to the searing soul sounds of the Alabama Shakes. And Complex’s year-ender, also in 2011, first alerted me to hip-hop virtuoso Kendrick Lamar, who has grown into one of the most important artists of our generation. Be willing to keep your ears open this time of year. Try a genre or artist you’ve never considered before. Finding a musical gem you may have missed is the perfect way to cap off the year. Clarke Reader’s column on how music connects to our lives appears every other
CLARKE’S ALBUM OF THE WEEK Selection: Adele’s “25,” released on XL Records Review: Adele returns after four long years with that once-in-a-lifetime voice, and a group of less sad songs. She looks to be only getting better with time, and her expanded influences bring a new sensibility to her music. Favorite song: “Hello” Most romantic line: “But when the pain cuts you deep When the night keeps you from sleeping Just look and you will see That I will be your remedy.”
week. A community editor with Colorado Community Media, he is working on his list of best music of the year, which will be published in the Jan. 7 issue. Check out his music blog at calmacil20.blogspot.com. And share your favorite music publications at creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com.
John Denver hits highlight holiday show Enjoy the holidays with the John Denver Holiday Concert at the Lone Tree Arts Center from Dec. 15 to 20. Featuring modern and traditional Christmas carols as well as some of John Denver’s most memorable hits, you’ll enjoy songs such as “Christmas for Cowboys,” “Aspenglow,” “Thank God I’m a Country Boy” and “Back Home Again.” The cast and band are led onstage by Tony nominee Dan Wheetman, a world-class picker and fiddler and former member of the John Denver band. Acclaimed Nashville singer Gail Bliss also stars. Tickets range in price from $33 to $55 and may be purchased online at www. lonetreeartscenter.org or by calling 720509-1000 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. MondayFriday. The Lone Tree Arts Center is located at 10075 Commons St. Here are dates and times: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15; 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17; 8 p.m. Dec. 18; 1:30 and 8 p.m. Dec. 19; 1:30 p.m. Dec. 20. Lombardi leaving CBS4? Amiable CBS4 sports anchor Vic Lombardi is leaving the station, where he’s worked since 1998, for an undetermined position with Altitude Sports, the Stan Kroenke-owned network, according to The Denver Post. Lombardi, an Emmy Award-winning sportscaster, is expected to sign a contract with Altitude, which broadcasts Kroenkeowned pro teams the Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, the Colorado Rapids and the Colorado Mammoth. The Post reports that Lombardi’s hire
“will give Altitude ... a push as it expands its local programming.” Lombardi’s contract with CBS4 is due to expire at the end of this year. Ex-TV personality McIntosh runs for office Denver TV Penny Parker personality Mark McIntosh (former MILE HIGH CBS4 sportscaster) LIFE has decided to run for public office as a Democratic candidate for Colorado’s House District 6. He broke the news to in an email to his fans and followers of his inspirational Weekly Pep Talk. Here’s part of what he said: “Dear family, friends and colleagues, “Throughout the years, for a variety of reasons, we have connected. We have developed a relationship tied to family, community or business. You are receiving this email today because of that connection. “This correspondence is to alert you that I’m running for public office as a candidate for Colorado’s House District 6. For many years I have been passionate about service to others and helping people RISE UP and achieve goals and overcome challenges. “Now I am ready to take that mission to the state House of Representatives.
Our RISE UP with Mark campaign platform focuses on three areas: Education, Economics and Community. For more information on our campaign, please check out the website at www.RiseUpWithMark. com.” Running Dialogue exhibit at Lone Tree The Lone Tree Arts Center’s Running Dialogue exhibit began Dec. 3 and runs through Jan. 5. The exhibit showcases the work of five Colorado artists who work in five different mediums, including: Ken Elliott - oil and pastel - Elliott is a landscape artist with a keen focus on color and composition. His works are direct, showing the lessons of the impressionist as well as modern schools. Victoria Eubanks - encaustic - Eubanks brings 30 years of graphic sensibility and design experience to her studio. Her work pulls from the common place, with objects or themes richly portrayed in the translucency of wax. Through layers of color, imagery and texture, she enables the mundane to become exotic. Janice McDonald - collage - McDonald creates collages with fragments of paper and recycled imagery collected from her daily life and wanderings. She is especially intrigued with the often-overlooked backgrounds, colors, textures, shapes, and negative spaces in everyday printed materials. Carol Ann Waugh - fiber - Waugh is an award-winning mixed media fiber artist. Her work explores unexpected connections and juxtapositions that can lead to
new ideas and artistic expressions. Mary Williams - wood sculpture - By combining striking colors and bold imagery, Williams creates playful sculptures and wall installations that reach out to all ages. Her inspiration comes from patterns in nature that she carves as shapes, lines, and textures to create abstract imagery. The artists exhibiting in Running Dialogue have shown their work together for the past five years at Denver-area venues including the Madden Museum, aBuzz Gallery and Denver International Airport. Running Dialogue can be viewed during LTAC open box office hours: weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and two hours before live performances. Performances include theatrical, musical and educational productions for all ages throughout the year. The lineup of performances at LTAC and more information about the City of Lone Tree’s public art programs are available at www.lonetreeartscenter.org or by calling 720-509-1000. Denver Drifters seek help The black women’s service club Denver Drifters is sponsoring its annual Holiday Gift Giving Project and Meal from 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at a Colorado Coalition for the Homeless residence for homeless families with children. Project chairwoman Kristina Wilburn said, “This project is a highlight of the year, as 18 families in our community are served a meal and given presents by their Parker continues on Page 17
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IF YOU GO WHAT: “Exit Strategies” WHERE: Edge Theatre
Family relationships are often some of the strongest, most lasting bonds in a person’s life. For both good and bad. In Jeffrey Neuman’s “Exit Strategies,” which has its world premiere at The Edge Theatre this December, family bonds are tested when a son returns home to bury his father. The show runs at The Edge, 1560 Teller St., through Dec. 27. Show times are 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 6 p.m. Sunday. There will also be 8 p.m. shows on Thursday, Dec. 10 and 17. The play was the winner of The Edge’s annual festival of new plays in 2014, and is the result of years of workshopping and de-
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velopment by Neuman, director Kate Marie Folkins and the actors. “I wanted to take the opportunity to explore and explode the family dynamic,” Neu-
man said. “The idea came from a family visit I made with a friend, and the distinctive roles we all play in our own families.” The story centers on Chance (Andrew Uhlenhopp), a working playwright who comes home for his father’s funeral, and is inexorably drawn into a complex and toxic situation with his family. The play features Emma Messenger as Sheryl, Missy Moore as Kai, and Emily Paton Davies as Rachel. “It’s really a show about love in the midst of extreme dysfunction and pain,” said Uhlenhopp. “It’s both heart-warming and heart-wrenching at the same time, and still manages to be very funny.” The opportunity to create characters with the writer is a rare opportunity, according to both Messenger and Uhlenhopp, and the process has been extremely rewarding for all
involved. “This process is what actors dream of,” Messenger said. “I’ve been a champion of the play since I participated in the first reading two years ago. It’s great writing and an incredible group of artists.” Developing “Exit Strategies” has been a very collaborative endeavor throughout, and Neuman credited Folkins for her dedication and efforts. Seeing his play come to life has been an exciting process for Neuman, especially with the caliber of professionals at The Edge. “It’s an embarrassment of riches when you get to work with actors, directors and designers as talented as I’ve been able to,” he said. “Being a part of all this work has been incredible and exhilarating.” For more information, call 303-2320363 or visit www.theedgetheater.com.
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ART Fine Woodworking Program Red Rocks Community College’s fine woodworking program presents its Out of the Woods woodworking showcase of finely crafted wood innovations in furniture, cabinetry, instruments and artwork. The event features speakers, panel discussions and woodworking demonstrations. The winter 2015 woodworking event is from 1-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, at Collectors Specialty Woods, 4355 Monaco St., Denver. Go to www.cswoods.com.
THEATER/SHOWS ‘A Christmas Carol’ Colorado ACTS presents a retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic, “A Christmas Carol.” For Ebenezer Scrooge, Christmas is “Bah” and “humbug!” But on Christmas Eve, four spirits visit him, warning him about his stingy and miserly ways. After a fitful and revealing night, Ebenezer wakes up a new man, full of generosity and a new love for humanity. Performances are at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11; and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at the Colorado ACTS Theatre, 11455 W. I-70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Call 303-456-6772 or go to www.coloradoacts.org. Holiday Show
The Nutcracker Ballet Ariel presents seven performances of “The Nutcracker” at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway. Ballet Ariel’s The Nutcracker blends the holiday traditions of previous productions and its own special ballet, directed by Ilena Norton, Oleg Dedogryuk, and Patricia Renzetti with guest artist Paul Noel Fiorino as Drosselmeyer. Performances are at 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 12-13 and Dec. 19-20, and Monday, Dec. 21, and at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12 and Dec. 19. Tickets are available at www.Lakewood.org/Tickets, 303-987-7845 or at the Lakewood Cultural Center box office. Humbug! A Christmas Musical Join Arvada Covenant Church for a free community Christmas event, “Humbug! A Christmas Musical,” presented at 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, and at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, at the church, 5555 Ward Road, Arvada. Admission is free, and a complimentary dessert café is open. A freewill offering will be received. Every year, the church’s volunteers and staff put together the free Christmas event, complete with fun, music, laughter and the hope of the Gospel. Call 303-422-1235. Renewable Energy Energy from renewable sources (solar, wind, geothermal, hydro, etc.) are an important part of the future of energy in the United States and the world. The issues involved are complex, involving technical challenges, economic issues, as well as environmental, political and social factors. Join Active Minds from 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, as we survey the state of renewable energy and look at the various forces that will influence how these resources will evolve in the future. Program takes place at Brookdale Green Mountain, 12791 W. Alameda Parkway, Lakewood. Program is free; RSVP at 303-237-5700. Staged Reading of ‘Christmas Carol’ Evergreen Players presents a staged reading of the holiday favorite “A Christmas Carol” at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, and Saturday, Dec. 19, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20, at Center Stage, 27608 Fireweed Drive, Evergreen. Tickets are available by calling 303-674-4934 or online at www.evergreenplayers.org. Join Ebenezer Scrooge, the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future, and, of course, Tiny Tim, in celebrating the season. Christmas Cantata Applewood Valley United Methodist Church presents a special musical presentation of Joseph Martin’s Tapestry of Light during its regularly scheduled worship services at 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 20 at 2035 Ellis St., Golden. You’ll thrill to the sounds of Christmas music as presented by the music ensembles of AVUMC and accompanied by a traditional Celtic consort. Take some time to center yourself and reflect on the joys of the season. Go to www.applewoodvalleychurch.org.
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Stories on Stage presents “Making Merry,” featuring all-time favorites are revisited for the 15th anniversary holiday show. The show is at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at Chautauqua Community House, 301 Morning Glory Drive, Boulder. For tickets, go to www.chautauqua.com or call 303-4407666. Shows also are at 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, at King Center, 855 Lawrence Way, Denver. Tickets available at www.storiesonstage.org or by calling 303-494-0523. Old Mister Scrooge Bring the family to Faith Bible Chapel’s production of the classic Christmas story at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16 to Friday, Dec. 18, and 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, in the East Campus Auditorium at 6210 Ward Road, Arvada. The live stage production of “Old Mister Scrooge” has all the basic elements of the classic story, along with a few twists. Admission is free. The show is appropriate for ages 5 and older. No child care is available. Story of ‘The Nutcracker’ Nearly everyone knows the tale of the Nutcracker, a gift to Marie from her uncle on Christmas Eve. Sadly, the beautiful nutcracker has been broken and later that night Marie goes to check up on it. To her surprise, it has come alive, and a story-within-the-story begins. The audience is invited to become a part of the Nutcracker story and everyone gets to live happily ever after. Miners Alley Children’s Theatre presents “The Story of the Nutcracker” at 1 p.m. Saturdays, through Dec. 19 at 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Tickets are available by calling 303-935-3044 or online at www.minersalley.com. Appropriate for ages 12 and under, and the people who love them. Tuna Christmas Miners Alley Playhouse presents “A Tuna Christmas” through Friday, Dec. 20 at 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays; and 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Dec. 3, 10 and 17. Tickets are available by calling 303-935-3044 or going online at minersalley.com. ‘Exit Strategies’ The Edge Theater presents “Exit Strategies” through Sunday, Dec. 27 at 1560 Teller St., Lakewood. Performances are at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 6 p.m. Sundays, with shows at 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17. No show on Dec. 25. Tickets are available at www.theedgetheater.com or by calling 303-232-0363. Casino Murder Mystery The Lumber Baron Mystery Mansion presents “Let’s Kill the Whistleblower!” an interactive comedy murder-mystery through Thursday, Dec. 31 at 2555 W. 37th Ave., Denver. Show times are 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 4, with times to be added through Dec. 31. Get tickets at CasinoMurderMysteries.com or 303-477-8205. Seating is limited and this show is appropriate for all ages.
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EVENTS Garden Center Classes, Events Country Fair Garden Center plans a holiday fair Saturday, Dec. 12, with visits from Santa. County Fair Garden Center is at 17201 W. 64th Ave., Arvada. Call 303-209-4394 or go to www.countryfairgarden.com. Christmas Sing-Along Faith Bible Chapel presents its Christmas Sing-Along at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, in the Family Worship Center, 6250 Wright St., Arvada. The evening will be filled with Christmas carols and drama to bring joy and inspiration to the Christmas season. Fellowship and refreshments will follow in the Atrium. Homemade Cookie Sale Enjoy homemade cookies without the baking. Arvada United Methodist Church will have its annual homemade cookie sale from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at 6750 Carr St., Arvada. Proceeds benefit local elementary schools. Garbology Do your eyes grow wide when looking at the amount of trash that fills the garbage pail, especially in the holiday season? Come dive into the world of packaging and wrapping and get creative about how to reduce, reuse and recycle. Program is from 5-6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Program is free. Register in advance. Call 720-898-7405. The Discovery of the South Pole Dec. 15 is the anniversary of the discovery of the South Pole by Roald Amundsen, “the last of the Vikings.” The race to the South Pole was one of the greatest international races prior to the race to the moon and was full of tragedy and triumph. It featured tiny, newly independent Norway against the British Empire, upon which the “sun never set.” It was David vs. Goliath. Join Active Minds 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, us as we tell the gripping story of those who perished and prevailed in this epic quest. Program takes place at Belmar Library, 555 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. Program is free; RSVP at 303-235-5275. Pursue an Adventure-Filled Life Practical and fun ways to add excitement and adventure to your world will be explored at Lifetree Café at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, “Pursuing an Audacious Life: Inspiration From a Man Who’s Traveled to Every Country,” features a filmed interview with Chris Guillebeau, an author who set a goal to travel to all 193 countries in the world and did so in 10.5 years. Guillebeau first developed the dream while working as an aid worker in Western Africa. Contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net. Greece The ongoing Greek financial crisis is creating political and economic turmoil within the country and beyond, especially within the European community. Join Active Minds 2:30-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, as we share the story of Greece, from its ancient history to current struggle. We will end with a look at how the story may continue to unfold given the economic response from the rest of Europe. Program is free and takes place at Atria Inn at Lakewood, 555 S. Pierce St., Lakewood. Call 303-7424800 to RSVP.
HEALTH Community Blood Drives A number of community blood drives are planned in the area. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-2300, unless otherwise noted. Go to www.bonfils.org. Upcoming blood drives are: Monday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., King of Glory Lutheran Church, 10001 W. 58th Ave., Arvada; Wednesday, Dec. 16, 8-10:10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Civic Center South, 480 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood (contact Dee Ann Pfifer, 303-987-7660); Thursday, Dec. 31, 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m., REI, 5375 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood; Thursday, Dec. 31, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Belmar Library, 555 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood.
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The Alpine Chorale’s holiday concert will feature Bach’s “Magnificat,” a variety of holiday-themed music from the Renaissance to the 21st century, and the traditional audience sing-along. The chorale will be accompanied by an orchestra and soloists from the Denver area. Tickets available at www.alpinechorale.org or at the door. Concerts start at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, and Saturday, Dec. 12, at Wheat Ridge United Methodist Church, 7530 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Go to http://www.alpinechorale.org.
Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada, hosts tai chi classes Mondays, through Dec. 14. Class for beginners is from 6:15-7:15 p.m. Class for those who’ve done tai chi before is from 5-6 p.m. Redirect the stress of life into something smooth, nourishing and strengthening. Bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Patricia Douglas is certified through Tai Chi for Health Institute. Sign up in advance; call 720-898-7405.
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Learn how to use quality chocolate to enhance your food and health. Free program is from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, at Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, Northwest Store, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Contact Megan Grover at 303-423-0990.
Augustana Arts presents its Colorado Women’s Chorale Holiday SingAlong at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, at Augustana Lutheran Church, 5000 E. Alameda Ave., Denver. Tickets are available at 303-388-4962 or www.AugustanaArts.org. Concordia Choir Seeks Voices Concordia Lutheran Church Choir is starting its fall choir program and is looking to add new voices. The choir is a great cross section of the community and welcomes newcomers who have a desire to praise God with their voice. Concordia Lutheran is directed by Dr. Jill Schroeder-Dorn of Colorado Christian University. The choir meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The choir assists in Concordia’s traditional worship service. The church is at 13371 W. Alameda Parkway in Lakewood. Contact 303-989-5260.
ARTS/CRAFTS Holiday Show and Sale The Arvada Ceramic Arts Guild plans its 10th annual holiday show and sale, featuring functional and sculptural ceramics, glass, jewelry and paintings by 17 local artists. Hours for the show are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, with an opening reception from
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Panthers take silver trophy Max Borghi drives toward the end zone despite the efforts of Valor’s Ben Waters (3). Borghi scored the touchdown, but Valor won the game 29-26. Photo by Tom Munds
CHAMPIONSHIP GAME HISTORY Pomona has lost in five of its six big-school championship game appearances. A look at those scores: 1983 - Cherry Creek 13, Pomona 7 (4A) 1986 - Cherry Creek 35, Pomona 7 (4A) 1988 - Pomona 24, Montbello 21 (4A) 1993 - Boulder 10, Pomona 9 (6A) 2009 - Mullen 27, Pomona 24 (5A)
Valor Christian defenders Gabe Kortz (32), Charles McDonald (24) and Ben Waters (3) surround Pomona’s Max Borghi (21). Photo by Paul DiSalvo
2015 - Valor Christian 29, Pomona 26 (5A)
Pomona earns runner-up state 5A football honors By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com Game summary: Pomona’s team brought home a trophy from the state Class 5A state football championship game, but not the one they wanted as the Panthers finished second when Valor staged a late comeback to win the game and the championship 29-26. Pomona coach Jay Madden said his team gave a great effort and he was very proud of them. “We had the game we wanted even though we did give up more yards to their running game than we wanted them to do,” he said after the game. “We were in a position to win, but sometimes the ball bounces funny. However, give Valor credit because they played a heck of a game.” Valor coach Rod Sherman praised the Panthers. He said they are a well-coached team that plays hard. Key moments: Pomona scored the first touchdown on a seven-yard pass from Panthers quarterback Ryan Marquez to Elijah Leyva. Tyler Thimsen kicked the extra point to make it 7-0. Minutes later
Pomona Coach Jay Madden praised his players for their efforts after Valor edged the Panthers 29-26 in the Dec. 5 Class 5A state football championship game. Photo by Tom Munds Panthers defender Brandon Micale tackled Valor quarterback Dylan McCaffrey in the end zone for a safety to boost the Pomona lead to 9-0. Pomona led 16-7 at halftime and 19-14 at the end of the third quarter. Sophomore Max Borghi scored a touchdown with 8:55 left in the game and the extra
point increased the Panther lead to 26-14. But Valor rallied and scored two touchdowns and a two-point conversion in the final four minutes to win the game, 29-26. Key players/statistics: Pomona rushed for 134 yards with Borghi as the leading rusher with 13 carries for 113 yards. He also threw a touchdown pass and caught
four passes for 51 yards. Quarterback Ryan Marquez completed 12 of 19 passes for 118 yards and a touchdown. Masavik Dominguez was the leading pass receiver as he caught six balls for 63 yards and a touchdown. They said it: Junior Leyva said the loss hurts but his team is strong and will put this behind them. “We should have won this game. but we have seen what it takes to get to the championship and we can build on that next year,” he said. Going forward: Coach Madden agreed Pomona is a young team with a lot of talented players with championship game experience returning next season. “This can be a building block, but we know it takes a lot of hard work and even some luck to get to the state championship game,” he said. “I know we will bounce back.” Leyva said the Panthers are very young, with only eight or nine seniors on the roster. “Now we have to take away the lessons from this game and use that as a building block for next season,” he said. “Our young team will learn from this, keep getting better and better and we will be a force to be reckoned with.”
Wrestling rankings put Pomona on top Tim Yount has released his preseason On The Mat rankings. In Class 5A, Pomona was the preseason top-ranked team. Ponderosa was sixth, Chaparral seventh, Castle View 11th and Arvada West 12th. Two-time state champion Tomas Gutierrez of Pomona was ranked No. 1 in the 120-pound class while Jackson Huffman of Horizon topped the list of 126-pound wrestlers. Cherry Creek’s state champion Matt Finesilver was No. 1 at 145 pounds. Other top-ranked wrestlers were Chaparral’s Dawson Cranmer at 170 pounds, Mountain Vista’s Trent Schultz at 195 pounds and Ponderosa’s Cohlton Schultz at 220. Plains Conference Most Valuable Player Ponderosa senior tight end Matt Brady
was named the 4A Plains League Most Valuable Player, according to Mustangs coach Jaron Cohen. Brady caught 51 passes for 522 yards and five touchdowns. He was also valuable on the defensive line. He Jim Benton had 37 total tackles OVERTIME that included five for losses. Other Ponderosa first team selections were wide receiver Nick Wilson, offensive lineman Jake Grimm and offensive lineman Zach Birkbeck.
Back home from Dominican Republic Chaparral senior Emily Moore is back home and more enlightened about life in the Dominican Republic. Moore, 17 other softball and baseball players, a few parents and Chap softball and baseball coach Alan DiGiosio spent the week of Thanksgiving in the Dominican Republic to complete Phase Two of the Diamond Project in which softball equipment donated last fall was sent to the Dominican Republic. “It was an amazing trip,” recalled Moore. “We played four games against teams from the DR and we also put on a fast-pitch clinic for local girls. It was so awesome to see how even though we live 2,500 miles away in different countries with a language barrier, we still understand the same game with the same rules
and same passion. “We got to spend a lot of time in the towns and hanging out with the locals. Everyone was so nice and friendly and generous to us. It was really an eyeopener. Most people down there have so little, yet they still are so kind and happy. Here in the United States we have so much and unfortunately we often just take it all for granted.” Community Connection International, which helped arrange the trip to the Dominican Republic, is accepting donations that are mainly used to give the literacy coaches in Consuelo a meager monthly salary. The goal this December is to increase the four monthly donors to 20. Information can be obtained from
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FAITH CHRISTIAN EAGLES GIRLS BASKETBALL Faith Christian 38, Monte Vista 36 The Faith Christian Eagles won by a small margin of two points after their Dec. 5 neutral battle against Monte Vista. Faith Christian 46, Bennet 37 The Eagles won by a 10 point margin against Bennet during their Dec. 4 away game. Faith Christian 64, Byers 42 Faith Christian won their Dec. 3 neutral tournament game after achieving a 22 point lead against Byers. BOYS BASKETBALL St. Mary’s 83, Faith Christian 69 The Eagles fell to the St. Mary’s Knights during their neutral Dec. 4 tournament game 83-69. Faith Christian 70, St. Francis 61 The Eagles won 70-61 their Dec. 3 neutral tournament game against St. Francis.
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GIRLS BASKETBALL Pomona 51, Rock Canyon 30 The Pomona Panthers won 51-30 their Dec. 1 non-conference away game against Rock Canyon. Key performers: Junior Ashley Madden scored 22 points in the game. Seniors Gibson Schaffer and Lily Sale each scored five points. Brighton 51, Pomona 38 The Panthers fell after a strong start in the first quarter to the Brighton Bulldogs
POMONA PANTHERS 51-38, during their Dec. 3 non-conference home game. Key performers: Junior Ashley Madden scored 12 points and junior Julia Trujillo scored 16 points. BOYS BASKETBALL Douglas County 81, Pomona 64 Despite a close second, third and fourth quarters, Pomona fell to the Douglas County Huskies 81-64 during their Dec. 5 non-conference away game.
Brighton 62, Pomona 47 The Panthers fell to the Brighton Bulldogs 62-47 during their Dec. 3 nonconference away game. Pomona 77, Legacy 62 Pomona won their Dec. 1 non-conference home game 77-62 against Legacy High School. GIRLS SWIMMING Multi team event - Wheat Ridge 233, D’Evelyn 200, Pomona 61.
Pomona took third during their Dec. 5 meet against D’Evelyn and Wheat Ridge High Schools at Wheat Ridge. Key performers: Pomona’s Deja CejaJiminez took third during the one-meeter with a time of 176.25, and Livia Zarlengo took fifth, with a time of 120.50.
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Chaparral teacher Angie Bennett, who is the CEO of the nonprofit CCI, at bennettcci@gmail.com. International Bowl participant Cherry Creek junior linebacker Santino Marchiol has been named to the United States Under 18 national football team that has been assembled by USA Football. He will be one of 56 players on Team USA that will play a team from Canada in
Perfect season for placekicker Arapahoe placekicker Nate Rapue didn’t miss when he was sent out to convert an extra point or kick a field goal. Rapue made 26 of 26 points after touchdown kicks and connected on all six of his field goal attempts to finish the season with 44 points. Jim Benton is a sportswriter for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-566-4083.
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and inspires our patrons to experience their world in new ways.” An annual event, the day encourages residents statewide increase their charitable giving by donating online to their local nonprofits in one 24-hour period in December. In 2014, the average donation was $100, with the day raising $26.2 million, the largest figure to date. While promoted as a yearly event, organizers said they want residents to feel encouraged to continue giving and to become involved with those nonprofits, supporting them with more than a pocketbook. “This is also a good place to give year round,” Rinderknecht said. “If you give to a nonprofit they can do good work.”
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The following resolution can be viewed in its entirety in electronic form by going to www.arvada.org/legalnotices and clicking on Current Legal Notices. The full text version is also available in printed form in the City Clerk’s office. Contact 720.898.7550 if you have questions. R15-153, A Resolution Accepting an Annexation Petition Concerning Spano Corner, 5190 Marshall Street, Finding Said Petition Substantially Compliant with C.R.S. 31-12-107(1), and Setting a Public Hearing for January 4, 2016, 6:30 P.M. at Arvada City Hall for City Council to Determine Whether the Area Meets the Requirements of C.R.S. 31-12-104 and 105, and Is Considered Eligible for Annexation
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that disbursements in final settlement will be issued by the Arvada Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., December 29, 2015 to Colorado Designscapes, Inc. for work related to Project No. 94648 – Griffith Station and performed under that contract dated November 17, 2014 for the City of Arvada. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that furnished labor, material, drayage, sustenance, provisions or other supplies used or consumed by said contractor or his subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done by said Colorado Designscapes, Inc. and its claim has not been paid, may at any time on or prior to the hour of the date above stated, file with the Finance Director of the City of Arvada at City Hall, a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim. Dated this November 24, 2015 CITY OF ARVADA /s/ Christine Koch, City Clerk
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that disbursements in final settlement will be issued by the Arvada Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., December 29, 2015 to Colorado Designscapes, Inc. for work related to Project No. 94647 – Britton Park and performed under that contract dated November 17, 2014 for the City of Arvada. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that furnished labor, material, drayage, sustenance, provisions or other supplies used or consumed by said contractor or his subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done by said Colorado Designscapes, Inc. and its claim has not been paid, may at any time on or prior to the hour of the date above stated, file with the Finance Director of the City of Arvada at City Hall, a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim. Dated this November 24, 2015 CITY OF ARVADA /s/ Christine Koch, City Clerk
Legal Notice No.: 43825 First Publication: November 19, 2015 Last Publication: December 10, 2015 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press
Legal Notice No.: 43934 First Publication: December 10, 2015 Last Publication: December 17, 2015 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press
Legal Notice No.: 43935 First Publication: December 10, 2015 Last Publication: December 17, 2015 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT at the meeting of the City Council to be held on MONDAY, the 4th day of January, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building, 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada CO, City Council will hold a public hearing on the following proposed ordinances and thereafter will consider them for final passage and adoption. For the full text version in electronic form go to www.arvada.org/legalnotices, click on Current Legal Notices, then click on the title of the ordinance you wish to view. The full text version is also available in printed form in the City Clerk’s office. Contact 720.898.7550 if you have questions. CB15-049: An Ordinance Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement By and Between the City of Arvada and the County of Jefferson for the Lease of Real Property at Yarrow Street and W. 52nd Avenue in Arvada CB15-050: An Ordinance Amending Section 78-261 of the City Code of the City of Arvada, Colorado, Thereby Repealing the Existing Engineering Code of Standards and Specifications for Design and Construction of Public Improvements Dated July 19, 2011 and Adopting a New Code of the Same Title Dated January 12, 2016 CB15-051: An Ordinance Annexing Certain Land Into the City of Arvada, Spano Corner, 5190 Marshall Street CB15-052: An Ordinance Rezoning Certain Land Within the City of Arvada, Spano Corner, from Jefferson County A-1 (Agriculture) to City of Arvada CC-A (Clear Creek-A Industrial and Commercial SubDistrict), and Amending the Official Zoning Maps of the City of Arvada, Colorado, 5190 Marshall Street CB15-053: An Ordinance Rezoning Certain Land Within the City of Arvada, Morningstar Senior Living, from City of Arvada PUD-BP (Planned Unit Development-
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NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that disbursements in final settlement will be issued by the Arvada Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., December 29, 2015 to Colorado Designscapes, Inc. for work related to Project No. 94648 – Griffith Station and performed under that contract dated November 17, 2014 for the City of Arvada. Any person, co-partnership, association of
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that disbursements in final settlement will be issued by the Arvada Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., December 29, 2015 to Colorado Designscapes, Inc. for work related to Project No. 94647 – Britton Park and performed under that contract dated November 17, 2014 for the City of Arvada. Any person, co-partnership, association of
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT at the meeting of the City Council to be held on MONDAY, the 4th day of January, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building, 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada CO, City Council will hold a public hearing on the following proposed ordinances and thereafter will consider them for final passage and adoption. For the full text ver-
meeting of the City Council to be held AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) on MONDAY, the 4th day of January, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. at the Municipal Avoid any influence of negative energy in this Building, 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada week’s aspect by not allowing small probCO, City Council will hold a public hearing lems to grow into large ones. Work them out on the following proposed ordinances and immediately. thereafter will consider them for final passage and adoption. For the full text ver(February 19 to March 20) A friend s i o n i n e l e c t r o n i c f o r m g o tPISCES o www.arvada.org/legalnotices, click on might need advice on how to deal with a Current Legal Notices, then click on the challenge to his or her moral values. And who title of the ordinance you wish to view. than you to give the honest answer? The full text version is also available better in printed form in the City Clerk’s office. Good luck. Contact 720.898.7550 if you have questions. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a sense of CB15-049: An Ordinance Authorizing an adventure that inspires others to follow your Intergovernmental Agreement By and lead. Between the City of Arvada and the County of Jefferson for the Lease of Real Property at Yarrow Street and W. 52nd © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc. Avenue in Arvada CB15-050: An Ordinance Amending SecPUBLIC NOTICE tion 78-261 of the City Code of the City of Arvada, Colorado, Thereby Repealing the The following ordinances were adopted Existing Engineering Code of Standards by the City Council of the City of Arvada and Specifications for Design and Conon second reading following the public struction of Public Improvements Dated hearing held on the 7th day of December, July 19, 2011 and Adopting a New Code 2015: of the Same Title Dated January 12, 2016 Ordinance 4526: An Ordinance AuthorizCB15-051: An Ordinance Annexing Cering an Intergovernmental Agreement tain Land Into the City of Arvada, Spano Between the City of Arvada, Colorado and Corner, 5190 Marshall Street Farm Metropolitan District Nos. 1 ToOrdinance advertise yourCerpublicRichards notices call 303-566-4100 CB15-052: An Rezoning and 2 tain Land Within the City of Arvada, Spano Ordinance 4527: An Ordinance AuthorizCorner, from Jefferson County A-1 (Agriing the Amended and Restated Intergovculture) to City of Arvada CC-A (Clear ernmental Agreement Between the City of Creek-A Industrial and Commercial SubArvada and Hometown Metropolitan DisDistrict), and Amending the Official Zontrict No. 1 ing Maps of the City of Arvada, Colorado, Ordinance 4528: An Ordinance Authoriz5190 Marshall Street ing the Termination of the IntergovernCB15-053: An Ordinance Rezoning Cermental Agreement Between the City of Artain Land Within the City of Arvada, Mornvada, Colorado, Hometown Metropolitan ingstar Senior Living, from City of Arvada District No. 3 and Hometown Metropolitan PUD-BP (Planned Unit DevelopmentDistrict No. 4 Business, Professional) to PUD-BPR Ordinance 4529: An Ordinance Amend(Planned Unit Development-Business, ing Chapter 26, Civil Emergency, EmerProfessional, Residential), and Amending gency, or Local Disaster, of the Arvada the Official Zoning Maps of the City of ArCity Code by Enacting New Provisions vada, Colorado, Northwest Corner of W. Which Adopt by Reference the City of Ar64th Avenue & Easley Road vada Emergency Operations Plan (Basic Plan) and Provide for the Mandatory ReLegal Notice No.: 43936 view and Later Amendment of Such Plan First Publication: December 10, 2015 Ordinance 4530: An Ordinance AmendLast Publication: December 10, 2015 ing Certain Provisions of Section 6.13 Publisher: Golden Transcript (“Floodplain Development Standards”) of Wheat Ridge Transcript Article 6 (“Development Standards”) of the and the Arvada Press Land Development Code, Pertaining to the Adoption of Official Floodplain Maps PUBLIC NOTICE Ordinance 4531: An Ordinance Authorizing an Additional Appropriation for Fiscal The following ordinances were adopted Year 2015 by the City Council of the City of Arvada Ordinance 4532: An Ordinance Rezonon second reading following the public ing Certain Land Within the City of Arhearing held on the 7th day of December, vada, Valley Farms, from City of Arvada 2015: R-MD (Residential-Medium Density) to Ordinance 4526: An Ordinance AuthorizCC-A (Clear Creek-A Industrial and Coming an Intergovernmental Agreement mercial Sub-District), and Amending the Between the City of Arvada, Colorado and Official Zoning Maps of the City of Arvada, Richards Farm Metropolitan District Nos. 1 Colorado, 6265 W. 52nd Avenue and 2 Ordinance 4527: An Ordinance AuthorizLegal Notice No.: 43937 ing the Amended and Restated IntergovFirst Publication: December 10, 2015 ernmental Agreement Between the City of Last Publication: December 10, 2015 Arvada and Hometown Metropolitan DisPublisher: Golden Transcript trict No. 1 Wheat Ridge Transcript Ordinance 4528: An Ordinance Authorizand the Arvada Press ing the Termination of the Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City of Arvada, Colorado, Hometown Metropolitan District No. 3 and Hometown Metropolitan
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