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Learning the lessons of COVID-19 Frontline workers recall the challenges they faced while working to save patients BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
(This the first part of a two-part series, which continues on May 6.) The first cases of COVID-19 hit the United States in 2020 and it was declared a pandemic by March 2020, changing the world and how we live. But nowhere is the impact of the virus more apparent than with medical frontline workers from across the world who initially did not know what they were dealing with or its dangers. They learned in 2020 and learned quickly. “There was so much hype and fear with the hospital personnel. Just because we work in a hospital doesn’t mean that we don’t have fear,” said Wendy Colon, the Director of the Emergency Department and Emergency Manager for Platte Valley
Dr. William McNitt, left, inserts a tube in a patient, while Dr. Scott Hackman assists. The doctors worked long days wearing heavy COURTESY OF PLATTE VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER protective gear to protect themselves and patients.
Medical Center. “With this emerging virus, everybody was a little bit nervous.” The team at Brighton’s Platte Valley Medical Center joined together with doctors and nurses across the nation to combat the mystery virus.
Colon played a big role at Platte Valley, relying on her experience in emergency medicine and disaster emergency management when the pandemic hit. “I ended up in the position by moving into my career the way I wanted;
because, I have two loves, emergency medicine and disaster emergency management,” said Colon. Colon was very interested in emergency management and bioterSEE COVID, P5
State limits indoor crowds as COVID dial expires Many counties choose to continue dial restrictions on their own BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Colorado allowed its “dial” of coronavirus restrictions to expire as expected in mid-April, clearing the path for local public health agencies to decide what limits to enforce on businesses and other public settings. The stepping back of most staterequired limits came even as Coloradans found themselves in a fourth wave of COVID-19, with new cases and hospitalizations on the rise after months of decline. With increased vaccination rates, “the state’s role in continuing to
mandate statewide restrictions is lessening, and the role of local communities to regulate and manage the virus is increasing,” the state public-health department said in an April 16 news release. The state’s color-coded COVID-19 dial was the set of restrictions counties had to follow based on the local spread of the virus. The system affected capacity at restaurants, other businesses, indoor and outdoor events, and other settings. Colorado originally implemented the dial last Sept. 15. With the statewide order behind the dial now expired, Colorado issued a new public health order that maintains some limits on large indoor gatherings. Meanwhile, most Denver metro-area counties announced plans to continue level-blue limits, which were the second-least restrictive stage of the dial system. Those counties
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include Adams, Arapahoe, Denver, Jefferson, Boulder and Broomfield, according to the state’s news release. The decision for Adams and Arapahoe came when the Tri-County Health Department extended a modified version of the state’s dial system for one month. Tri-County Health covers those two counties and Douglas County, whose elected leaders voted to opt out of that extension during an April 13 meeting. Douglas was expected to no longer operate under any restrictions other than the new statewide order on large indoor gatherings. The county also remains under the statewide mask mandate. But if a county’s hospitalizations threaten to exceed 85% of hospital capacity, Colorado’s new public health order allows the state to require additional restrictions. Here’s a look at how the new health order affects large indoor
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gatherings. Mass events targeted Under the new statewide order, when more than 100 people gather in a room in a public indoor space, the setting may operate at 100% capacity or up to 500 people, with 6 feet required between parties of unvaccinated people or when vaccination status is unknown. The order took effect April 16. “Public indoor space” means any enclosed indoor area that is publicly or privately owned, managed, or operated that is accessible to the public, serves as a place of employment, or provides services. The term does not include a person’s residence, including a room in a hotel or a residential room for students at an educational facility. Under the order, existing “variSEE COVID DIAL, P9
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Diana Lynn Heinz Seymour March 23,1953 - March 26, 2021
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Husband: Alden Seymour Brighton, CO.
Diana was born and raised in Commerce city, Colorado. Graduated from Adams City Highschool 1971.
Sister: Karen Heinz McCarty Thornton, CO.
Received an associate degree from Metro State in Business Communication in1992. Proceeded By
Sister in Law: Lavonne Hertzog Mohave Valley AZ. Daughter: Melia Poeling, Son in law Sheldon, and Granddaughter Natasha Florida. Daughter: Angela Rivera, Son in Law Carlos, Grandsons Xander and Conner, Granddaughter Brilyn. Brighton, CO.
Mother: Mary Ellen Williamson Heinz Father: Robert Henry Heinz Brother: Robert (Chip) Heinz
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Lowell Schuyler
August 1, 1928 - April 13, 2021
Lowell was born August 1, 1928 to Richard and Irene Schuyler in Fort Lupton, Colorado. They lived a few years at the west end of Fort Lupton and then moved to Cemetery Lane. He graduated from Fort Lupton High School in 1948.
morning coffee. He and his wife enjoyed trips with the Brighton Senior Center. They also served the center as volunteers. They enjoyed many trips with the Pioneer Club of Public Service. For eight years, they wintered in Mesa, Arizona.
After school, he worked for Fort Lupton Electric and then Colorado Central Power Company. Public Service Company bought Colorado Central Power and Lowell worked there for 35 years.
He volunteered as a crossing guard for Adams 27J in assistance of his grandchildren. He and Ellen attended most of the sports activities of their grandchildren, serving as a vital part of their lives.
He married Ellen May Gilman in Platteville, Colorado on June 1, 1952. They gave birth to Timothy Lee (1954), Deborah May (1956), and Cynthia Lynn (1957). Cindy preceded her father in death in December of 1959. Ellen and Lowell were married for 68 years.
Lowell persevered through many health issues. They participated in the Relay for Life organization for cancer survivors for many years.
Lowell belonged to the First Baptist Church of Fort Lupton, Village Baptist Church of Thornton, and Crossroads Baptist Church of Northglenn before attending Chapel Hill Church of the Nazarene with their son, Tim. With his brother, his cousin, and his father, he sang in a men´s quartet at Fort Lupton Baptist Church. In service to his creator, Lowell served as a deacon, a janitor, a building committee member, and a choir member. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and woodworking. He was a member of the Fort Lupton Lions Club, often holding office. After retirement, he enjoyed meeting with friends for
He was preceded in death by his brother, Lyle; sister, Eileen Graetzl; and a great-grandson, Ayden Rouse. He is survived by his wife, Ellen Schuyler; children, Tim (Rebecca) and Debbie; four grandchildren, Christina Schuyler, Keri (Nathaniel) Rouse, Daniel (Stephanie) Schuyler, and Sabrina Schuyler; three step-grandchildren, Felisa (Squirrel) Busken, Joel (Carrie Ann) Reed, and Tim Reed; three greatgrandchildren; and eight step great-grandchildren.
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Need-to-know info for city council elections Deadlines and candidates for November city council elections in Northglenn, Thornton, Westminster, Brighton and Commerce City BY LIAM ADAMS LADAMS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Though municipal elections are a little over six months away, the seeds of campaign season are already in the ground. Several candidates in Thornton and Westminster have thrown their names in the hat and it won’t be for another few months until people can circulate nomination petitions.
For those interested in running for city council, there is still time. In Westminster, there is an election for mayor and three at-large council seats. Thornton and Northglenn have four council seats up for election, one for each ward. In Commerce City, there will be elections for two at-large council seats, one seat for Ward 1 and one seat for Ward 3. Brighton has a mayoral election and races for four council seats, one for each ward. Anyone interested in running has to file a candidate affidavit with the city clerk’s office within 10 days of announcing their candidacy. A candidate needs to file an affidavit before circulating nomination petitions, which they can begin
doing August 3. The deadline to file nomination petitions is Monday, August 23. Other important election dates are Oct. 11, when the county clerk can begin sending out mail ballots. The election is on Tuesday, Nov. 2. The following people in each city have filed candidate affidavits, according to city clerk’s offices: For Westminster mayor, there is Nancy McNally, Anita Seitz and Austin Watts. For councilor at-large, there is Bruce Baker, David DeMott, Kathleen Dodaro, Obi Ezeadi, Sarah Nurmela, Kathryn Skulley and Jon Voelz. For more information, see the city of Westminster’s election page:https://www.cityofwestminster.us/Government/Departments/
CityClerk/Elections/municipalelection. For Ward 1 councilor in Thornton, there is Sherry Goodman and Kathryn Henson. There is Jessica Sandgren and Roberta Ayala for Ward 2; Kate Miya and Tony Unrein for Ward 3; and Angie Bedolla and Karen Bigelow for Ward 4. In Northglenn, Gerald Montour has so far submitted a candidate affidavit to run for Ward 2. In Commerce City, Kristi Douglas has submitted an affidavit to run for at-large and Cassie Ratliff has done the same for Ward 3. Anass Maksi has filed an affidavit for Brighton’s mayoral race.
School District 27J announces new hirings District announces Directors for Communications, Special Education BY STAFF REPORT
A public relations professional with experience in representing Colorado schools will join the Adams County District 27J School District. The district announced April 21 that Janelle Asmus has been named as the new director of communications. Asmus has served in similar roles in public education across Kansas and Colorado, including working as the division director of marketing and communications for the Wichita Public Schools in Kansas. From there, she traveled to Colorado. She first worked as the director of communications for the Boulder Valley
School District and then as chief communications officer for Adams 12 Five Star Schools, the Colorado Department of Education and Adams 14 School District. She most recently served as the chief executive officer for Alliance Strategies Group, Colorado. “Janelle brings with her valuable experience in strategic public relations, communications and public policy,” said 27J Superintendent Chris Fiedler. “We have a commitment to engaging our communities and supporting our staff with strong communication leadership. Janelle will build on that tradition.” Asmus earned her bachelor of arts degree in communications from Baker University, Baldwin City, Kan. and went on to earn her accreditation in public relations through the National School Public Relations Association and the Universal Accreditation Board.
“27J Schools has a great reputation for its dedication to serving all students with high quality, innovative and inclusive education,” Asmus said. “I’m thrilled to be a part of such a vibrant and bold school district and to cultivate relationships with teachers, parents, students and our communities.” The district also announced that Maria Snitily has been hired as the new director of special education beginning July 1. She is set to replace 14-year veteran Mary Gomez, who retires this year. Snitily currently serves as assistant director of special education for JEFFCO Public Schools. She started her career teaching students with significant support needs at both the middle and high school level and has served the special education community for over 15 years. Snitily graduated from Midland University in Nebraska with an
undergraduate degree in elementary education, early childhood education, and a minor in human services. Her graduate degree in special education and administrator coursework for her director of special education license was obtained through the University of Northern Colorado. “I am thrilled to join the 27J team as director of special education. I truly believe 27J is doing the right work for students and I’m excited for the journey ahead,” said Snitily. “My personal beliefs around inclusion, student learning, and preparing students for their future align with the values and mission of 27J. I look forward to leading the work and guiding the special education department to serve schools, students, and families in 27J.”
Barr Lake work recognized by Colorado Lottery BY STAFF REPORT
Work on an ADA-accessible fishing pier at Barr Lake State Park has been recognized by the Colorado Lotter with a Starburst Award. The ADA Fishing Pier project was constructed to accommodate visitors that have mobility challenges. The 90-foot-long pier with a T- shaped design includes benches for seating and open areas for wheelchair access. Previously, wheelchair inaccessibility for fishing was a frequent complaint
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After year of pandemic, frontline workers get help Federal officials heighten effort to get masks to workers in health care, other fields BY CHRISTINA JEWETT KAISER HEALTH NEWS
Federal officials announced new measures to help get fresh, new N95 masks to health care workers and expand their use in other industries after scientists argued that the highly protective masks are essential to keep workers safe from COVID-19. The changes come as U.S. maskmakers say the demand from hospitals is so sluggish that they’ve laid off 2,000 workers and fear some new protective gear companies could collapse. Yet in a letter to lawmakers, hospitals cite ongoing concerns about scarce supplies, saying limits on which workers should get N95s must stay in place. Among the new moves: The Food and Drug Administration plans to eventually revoke its approval of the widespread crisis-era practice of decontaminating N95 respirators and returning them to front-line workers to use again. A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention official also announced a tweak to its guidelines, which used to say the protective N95 respirators were reserved for health workers. Now they are “prioritized” for those
workers but will be OK for bulk sales to other employers — a step that should boost overall demand. A group of prominent scientists had written to the White House in February, saying a broader swath of U.S. workers need more protection from the airborne virus. And on March 1, U.S. mask-makers wrote to President Joe Biden decrying a glut of nearly 300 million N95 or equivalent respirators that were made in this country and sitting unused in warehouses. KHN also reported that in January federal officials approved the export of U.S. N95s amid mounting unsold inventory, a move a nurses union leader called “unconscionable.” Lloyd Armbrust, president of the American Mask Manufacturers Association, took a career U-turn to launch Armbrust American and start making masks near Austin, Texas, last year, troubled by “cheap, flimsy” personal protective equipment coming in from overseas: “We … decided to take matters into our own hands.” He said that he was gratified to see federal officials respond to U.S. mask-makers’ concerns and that he expects to see sales rise in coming months. But he said it’s been a shock for the upstart industry to try and fail over many months to break into the U.S. health care market — dominated by large group purchasing organizations — where the preference to buy from China is ingrained. “Who knows how many health care workers are getting infected,
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maybe dying, because of a logistics problem that doesn’t exist,” he said. “That was very frustrating. As a human, that was hard for me to understand.” Industry has seen job cuts Armbrust said about 50 U.S. maskmakers the association represents reported in a survey that they’ve collectively laid off about 2,000 workers in recent months amid sluggish demand. They expect some companies to fail. Mike Bowen, vice president of Prestige Ameritech, another Texasbased N95 maker, said he has reduced production because he has 11 million masks on hand. “I am waiting to see if (the) FDA announcement will make hospitals buy more N95s,” he said by email. “If they do, we’ll make what they need. We have a lot of N95 manufacturing capacity.” Yet even through last month, the American Hospital Association cited supply chain concerns in a letter to lawmakers and endorsed existing CDC guidelines that allow health workers to use a surgical mask unless performing an aerosolgenerating procedure. (Although some experts now say a cough produces more aerosols than such procedures.) Another change by the CDC would allow major retailers like Amazon to sell N95s in bulk to businesses outside the health care sector, said Maryann D’Alessandro, director of the CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health lab for personal protective technology. Researchers and journalists have noted elevated workplace risk to bus drivers, meatpacking employees, and those in manufacturing and food processing who labor in crowded conditions. D’Alessandro said the agency also approved several models of durable “elastomeric” respirators that are meant to be reused, including one by 3M, and signed a contract to add 375,000 to the Strategic National Stockpile. That move might serve to protect more health care workers in the case of a variant surge or new pandemic. Health care workers were two to five times more likely than the average person to get COVID, studies have shown. KHN and The Guardian counted more than 3,600 health care workers who died over the past 12 months, many of them people of color and most working outside of hospitals. In interviews with families and colleagues, dozens raised concerns about inadequate protective gear. Throughout the pandemic, workers who used N95 respirators were routinely asked to put them in a brown paper sack so they could be disinfected by gas, UV light or other means and then returned to them to wear again. Nurses have complained that the respirators, which are designed to be used once, come back misshapen or with a chemical odor.
Reusing masks discouraged The FDA on April 9 sent a letter to health care providers urging them to “transition away from crisis capacity conservation strategies,” including the disinfection and reuse of disposable N95s. The letter is one step toward revoking the “emergency use authorizations” that allowed companies to disinfect and reuse N95s, said Suzanne Schwartz, director of the FDA’s Office of Strategic Partnerships and Technology Innovation. “That was never intended to be anything other than a crisis measure,” Schwartz said in an interview. “We want to be sure health care facilities are getting themselves in a situation where they have respirators or reusables in stock.” Surveys by National Nurses United from November and February show that about 80% of nurses reported using reprocessed respirators. The changes are “tiny steps” in the right direction but fall short of what’s needed to fully protect nurses, said Jane Thomason, lead industrial hygienist for National Nurses United. She said about half of more than 9,000 nurses surveyed report working in hospitals where patients are not universally screened for covid, presenting the potential for pre- or asymptomatic patients to infect staffers. The CDC guidance updated in February advising health workers to use N95s or well-fitted masks to care for covid patients remains nonbinding, she said, allowing employers to outfit nurses and other health workers in surgical masks instead of more protective N95s. The practice has been controversial even after the initial supply chain collapse. Doctors on Twitter reacted strongly to a recent debate held by the University of Calgary where two academics pointed to evidence that covid is airborne — meriting N95 protection for front-line health workers. Another doctor argued that the coronavirus is primarily spread by droplets — a position held by many U.S. hospital leaders. Nurses called early in the pandemic for a high level of protection against an airborne virus, but in many places have had to stage protests to get it or go without. Since last summer, mounting evidence has shown that health care workers in surgical masks were more likely than those in respirators to catch the coronavirus. Harvard researchers and those in Israel pinpointed specific instances when a patient or visitor in a surgical mask infected health care workers who also wore a surgical mask. This story is from Kaiser Health News, a nonprofit news service covering health issues. It is an editorially independent program of Kaiser Family Foundation, which is not affiliated with Kaiser Permanente. Used by permission. For more, khn.org.
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rorism before COVID-19 appeared in Colorado. She continued to monitor the virus as it was appearing in China and moving around the world and the country. Once the first case was confirmed in Colorado, the hospital quickly opened an Incident Command Center, she said. Even then, when there was one person of interest in the hospital that needed COVID testing, they were not ready with all the processes in place. They were not even sure how to collect a swab in those early days, and then they received the call the virus was in Adams County. The hospital worked as a team to quickly codify those processes. Colon was busy working in two roles on processes for the whole hospital. She also assigned other people to help from other areas and also a resource for the hospital. “I was trying to divide my time to make sure my staff was safe in the Emergency Department. But also making decisions for the hospital, and sometimes I could not get back to the Emergency Department quick enough, but we did great,” said Colon. The new virus not only impacted the hospital and staff medically but also emotionally since they often had to say no to family members visiting a loved one. “It killed us because we all knew how much it meant to the family and how much it means to the patient. I hope people know that it was not easy for us to say no,” said Colon. Scattering family Colon has four sisters and her mother and she did not see her family for a long time. Her mother, who had volunteered at the Platte Valley Hospital before COVID-19, had to quit to isolate herself for safety. “We comforted each other and it was just one of the hardest things I’ve ever gone through. We talked to my mother every day. But knowing that I was in a very infectious environment, I knew I could not bring any infection to her, so her health was important to me,” said Colon. Colon’s husband also works in emergency management and was called to Washington D.C. to work in the office of the Secretary Operation Center for Health and Human Resources representing law enforcement. “He left the day after we opened the Incident Command Center and I would go home and be alone,” Colon said. “I know a lot of people experience the same thing being home alone. We always talked on the phone about our day. We were able to able to share our day and vent. But this time, we were both were so busy, it made it tough. I am a people person, it was hard to be home alone.” Colon said she continues to work on plans to keep up with the everchanging surge and shortages. The community of Brighton heard about the PPE shortage at the hospital and people were dropping off supplies. “We had a surge with a lot of people. Then we had to deal with a shortage of PPE. We were not hit as hard because we started to receive donations from the community.” ‘Mystery flu’ Dr. William McNitt is the Emergency Physician at Platte Valley Medical
Center since 2017. McNitt said he heard about the pandemic coming out of China in late November 2019 and New York and a few places across the country. The staff knew it was coming by the rumors and saw when it hit Italy, with sick people overwhelming the ICU. “It was terrifying. It had not hit the United States yet, but we had admissions of people who had some virus, and we didn’t know what it was and their flu swab was negative,” said McKnight. “It looked like viral pneumonia but the laboratory work did not make sense and all the flu swabs were coming out negative, which was unusual.” Dr. McNitt said they were treating a mystery flu back in February and March. Then it hit New York and then the staff learned about COVID-19. “We started hearing about it, but into late April there were not effective testing available, there was not test. And when there was a test it was very limited with about eight of them a week,” said McNitt. Dr. McNitt said people started to get scared and coming to the hospital. Then COVID patients started showing up at the hospital, about 10 to 15 a day. Most of the patients were okay and did not need to go to ICU. At that time the State of Colorado issued the mandating orders for shutdowns as COVID started spreading quickly after the hospital’s first couple of cases. “We stopped seeing our normal sort of bread and butter, trauma and substance abuse, and the sort of stuff we see all day. People were having heart attacks and strokes started staying home because they were afraid,” said Dr. McNitt. “Even with messaging alerts advising, please don’t say home. It was a very odd dynamic of having this new virus that we didn’t know what to do with and we’re learning on the job.” Dr. McNitt and his team had conversations with Emergency Manager Colon about the department’s need for PPE and the possibility of bioterror. “It kept us safe as we were learning how to do everything without getting all of our doctors and nurses sick,” McNitt said. “I think the most challenging thing for me was watching our staff. There were not enough respirators to go around.” The doctors also went out and bought everybody goggles from Home Depot, so the staff was wearing construction goggles until more equipment arrived. “There was a lot of concern about how to keep the infection from spreading to other patients in the hospital and spreading to the staff. So, we were spending three hours in a room with a patient with heavy equipment on and there wasn’t enough to go around for everyone,” said Dr. McNitt. “We didn’t have anybody get sick in those first couple of months with COVID, our infection control was fine, the N95 we were wearing was fine.” First-hand perspective McNitt said the Emergency Room doctors did not lose a lot of patients but performed aggressive treatments when sick patients arrived in the ER and then transferred them upstairs to a patient room. “We would follow their chart and find out 45 days later, the patient didn’t make it. It’s frustrating, because you’re trying everything and then people are still dying, and there’s nothing you can do about it,” said McNitt. “It’s just not a very good feeling.”
Dr. McNitt, said it was a difficult situation to have a patient pass away when you are trying your best to save them, it was heartbreaking. “Then you’re worried about your staff, and you’re trying to deal with that situation and trying to deal with PPE shortages and figuring out who needs what equipment and how we’re going to keep everybody safe.” Within a couple of weeks, the community found out the hospital was having shortages, and it responded. Residents started donating N95 from their workshops and construction companies began donating eye protection, gloves and Tyvek suits. “We are dealing with people who are sick and having the worst day of their life and having difficult situations. But the community came out, they supported us throughout this whole thing and it’s was very helpful. We were always very thankful to have that help,” said McNitt. Networking SCL Platte Valley Hospital worked as a team with the intensive care unit, putting their heads together via zoom meetings during the early part of the pandemic to gather data. They were also in virtual contact with hospitals and medical professionals from other parts of the country the world to bring together information on how to treat the patients and learning about the most cutting-edge treatments. “With COVID, it was a week-toweek and we were moving along very quickly, learning. Then the news came out that there was a steroid we could use and one of the doctors upstairs was an early proponent of this when the evidence hadn’t quite come out yet. Then he started using it and writing about that,” said McNitt. “We
started getting more evidence that it was a literal lifesaver. We felt like we can do something.” Protecting Family McNitt’s wife is a psychiatrist at Children’s Hospital specializing in emergency psychiatry. She bore the risk of seeing patients when there was no testing and no way of knowing the patient had COVID. McNitt and his wife sheltered in place to not only protect themselves but protect others since they could have been unknowingly be infected. “We made the decision we are both are exposed all the time. There wasn’t much we were going to be able to do about it. Like everybody else, we didn’t see anybody in our family. There was no Christmas to see grandparents,” said Dr. McNitt. Dr. McNitt did get infected with COVID in December 2020. His wife was expecting a baby at the time. “When I found out I had it, I just was sitting there cooking dinner one night, waiting for my wife to get home from the hospital. I lost my sense of smell in the middle of cooking dinner,” McNitt said. “It was a big shift in my thinking, now I have the deadly virus. We had no idea how it works out for people who are pregnant and fortunately for us she did not end up coming down with it. I came into the hospital and they were very supportive. They got me tested that night, within an hour and I got my diagnosis. “ After McNitt’s test confirming he had COVID, he went into quarantine and got his shifts covered for 10 days. McNitt successfully recovered. “I spent, 10 days sitting in a corner of the house wearing the N95 and wiping down every surface,” he said.
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Speak Week continues The Brighton Youth Commission will be hosting a series of events for SPEAK (Suicide, Prevention, Education, Awareness and Knowledge) Week the rest of this week. The goal of SPEAK Week is to raise awareness about the prevalence of teen suicide and to educate the community on mental health issues and the stigmas surrounding them, according to a press statement. Some of the events are virtual and socially distanced events and include a WPEAK Week walk Saturday, May 1. Virtual activities include outdoor art and other activities. The walk will take place at Carmichael Park in half-hour waves from 1 - 4 p.m. Facial coverings will be required and any other COVID-19 health and safety guidelines at the time will apply. Registration is required for the walk. Go to speak5k.org to sign up. Ticket prices are $20 for adults and $15 for students. Proceeds from this event will go towards future SPEAK projects. Contact Tawyna Russell, manager of Brighton Youth Services, at trussell@brightonco.gov. Trash Bash The city of Brighton’s annual Trash Bash is set for two weekends. One is the weekend of Friday, April 30, and the other is the weekend of Friday, Sept. 24. In both instances, the drop-off point will be at the wastewater treatment plant, 325 N. Kuner Road. Acceptable items for trash bash include furniture, cabinets, appliances (not freezers or refrigerators), bicycles, cut-up carpet and doors. Small items have to be in containers. Total weight has to be relative to the type of container. Present a city of Brighton water bill or something that indicates your place of residence. A suggested donation of $10 will be accepted to help defray the cost. Car and light pick-up tires will be accepted for $7 each. Oversized tires are $10 each, and semi-tractor trailer tires cost $20. Rec center to change to level blue May 1 The Brighton Recreation Center will be making several adjustments to align with Adams County moving to Level Blue on the COVID-19 dial. A city statement said as of Saturday, May 1, the center will move forward with providing extended hours, the return of several key programs, more fitness classes, lockers and more. Among the changes: No reservations for fitness classes except BOGA; The hot tub will be opened for a maximum capacity of three people; Increased swim capacity (no reservations required); Masters and youth swim team will return mid-May; Lockers will be available for use (locks will be available for purchase or you must provide your own); Increased gym capacity and extended drop-in pickleball hours; Chair massage Wednesdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m; $10 for 10 minutes; Community gardens and park shelters are available to reserve; In addition, the new hours of operation are 5:30 a.m, to 8 p.m. Monday through Thurdsday; 5:30 a.m.
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News Briefs to 6 p.m. Friday; 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday. Thte: pool closes 30 minutes prior to facility closur Visit brightonrecreation.com. Questions? Contact the Brighton Recreation Center at 303-655-2200. Police department online meeting The Brighton Police Department will host a community Zoom meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 26, to talk about crime trends and statistics, crime prevention tips and the implementation of body-worn cameras. A Q&A session will follow for staff to respond to questions from the public. “I think these meetings represent a great opportunity to connect and communicate with citizens,” said Cmdr. Matthew Domenico of the Brighton Police Department. The link is https://us02web.zoom. us/j/83121465847. Call 720-928-9299 or 888-475-4499 (toll-free) or 877-853-5257 (toll-free) The ID is 831 2146 5847. To submit a question ahead of time, pemail communications@ brightonco.gov. Department staff will also be answering questions submitted in the chat function during the Zoom session. Questions? Email mdomenico@ brightonco.gov. Young entrepreneur program The Youth Services’ Growing Grads Program starts its new Young Entrepreneur Program in June. The workshops will be virtual and will consist of a series of hour-long classes that will teach and empower youth how to build their own business. It’s for young adults ages 19. After the workshops, participants will be eligible to sell their products on an online marketplace. Interested buyers will then be able to purchase directly from the seller. “This is a class for young adults in Brighton who are passionate about entrepreneurship or just simply want to learn more,” said Tawnya Russell, manager of Brighton Youth Services. “We hear of so many great business ideas among youth in our community, so we hope we can help guide those young entrepreneurs through this program.” Deadline to apply is April 7. Admission interviews will follow April 21 - 23 and 30 applicants will be accepted into the program. For questions, contact Russell at 303-655-2123 or trussell@brightonco.gov. Moonlight bike rides The city of Brighton announced the return of its full moon bike rides. The next ride is Wednesday, May 26, Thursday, June 24, Friday, July 23, Saturday, Aug. 22, and Monday, Sept. 20. All rides are free. They start and end at Emi Chikuma Splash Pad and Plaza, 1750 Skeel St. Ride sign-ups begin at 6:15 p.m. (participants will have to sign a waiver the first time they attend and check-in each ride thereafter). A free giveaway drawing and serving of treats will occur after each ride; to enter the drawing, you must check-in. The free monthly community event is for bicyclists of all levels to enjoy a leisurely five- to 10-mile ride
through Brighton as the sunsets. A map of the rides will be posted to the Bike Brighton page of the City’s website. Face coverings will be required while waiting for rides (but are not mandatory while riding) and any other COVID-19 health and safety guidelines at the time of each ride will apply. Helmets and bike lights are recommended. Also, please remember to bring a water bottle for the ride during the hot months. Contact Mark Heidt, assistant director of parks and recreation development and the city’s bicycle coordinator, at mheidt@brightonco. gov or 303-655-2170. Vendors and sponsorships wanted for Summerfest Summerfest June 5 The city of Brighton’s largest community festival, Summerfest, is set to return to Carmichael Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 5. Organizers are looking for vendors and sponsorships for the festival. Events will include family-friendly activities, businesses and organizations, live music and more. All activities and concerts at Summerfest are free to the community. Contact Susan O’Connor, event coordinator at soconnor@brightonco. gov. The deadline for vendor and sponsorship applications is Friday, May 7. COVID-19 guidelines at the time will apply. If COVID-19 restrictions push back this event, Summerfest will be Saturday, Sept. 18. For more information visitwww. brightonco.gov/summerfest or call 303-655-2218. Oasis to open in June The city of Brighton plans to open its Oasis Family Aquatic Park starting Saturday, June 5, and continuing through Sunday. Aug. 8. Season passes are available. Those who buy the passes by June 4 receive a complimentary guest pass for each individual named on the pass. Those are redeemable at the recreation center, 555 N. 11th Ave., before the park opens. Hours of operation will be available later. Outdoor pool COVID-19 guidelines at the time will apply. Prices range from $45 to $225 for a family. Call 303-655-2200 with questions. Gummball rally The fourth annual Gummball Rally is set for 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at Riverdale Regional Park, East 124th Avenue and Brighton Road. The 5K run is in memory of Adams County sheriff’s deputy Heath Gumm, who died in the line of duty in January 2018. The fee is $30 for racers 13 years of age and older. (T-shirt guaranteed with a paid entry by Sunday, Aug. 6), and older, $10 for those 12 and under with a T-shirt guaranteed with a paid entry by Aug. 6 and free for racers 12 and under (no T-shirt). Visit https://gummball5k.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=11277. Non-potable pond pump station work continues Crews continue replacing the existing non-potable pump station
that irrigates parks along Southern Street. A city statement said the $2.2 million project will provide “a reliable solution to the non-potable irrigation system along Southern Street, help reduce the need for potable water to serve irrigation needs and provide capacity for increased flow to reduce the need to upsize the pump station in the future.” As part of the project, the existing pump will be replaced with a new high-efficiency pump that has a life expectancy of 20 years. The city anticipates mininmal impacts to traffic, thanks to equipment and material deliveries. Completion is expected by June 1. Contact Brad Dallam, assistant director of utilities, at bdallam@ brightonco.gov or 720-454-4401.
Help for Homes The city of Brighton is taking applications for the 15th annual Help for Homes community project set for Saturday, June 12. For details on how to apply or volunteer, go to brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts.
‘In Memory’ display for Wall That Heals event extended The city of Brighton said the deadline to submit names for the “In Memory” display (part of “The Wall That Heals” program coming to Brighton over Labor day weekend) is July 31. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund’s In Memory program honors those who returned from the war and later died. The wall will be in Carmichael Park, 650 E. Southern St. The city also needs between 150 and 200 volunteers to help with setting up the wall when it arrives in Brighton, plus greeting visitors. Sign up here: https://www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1679 To apply online, visit www.VVMF. org/In-Memory-Program. ECO event Brighton’s electronic disposal and shredding event is set for 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at City Hall, 500 S. Fourth Ave. Acceptable items include game consoles, electrical equipment and cords, keyboards, computer towers, laptops and cell phones.
Child abuse month The Brighton Police Department partnered with Ralston House and planted a blue pinwheel garden in front of the department’s headquarters, 3401 E. Bromley Lane. A tweet said bright blue pinwheels are a symbol of child abuse prevention awareness across the nation. Visit https://www.ralstonhouse.org/ child-abuse-prevention-month. Meet the mayor Brighton Mayor Greg Mills wants to meet the public during new, oneon-one meetings. It’s a chance to learn about current projects, new developments and share issues. Meetings are the third Friday of every month in 15-minute slots, starting at 10:30 a.m. Reserve a time slot at https://www.signupgenius. com/go/10c0d4caaa62fabf9c34-meet. Indicate whether you want to meet in person at City Hall, 500 S. Fourth Ave., or virtually. Call 303-655-2042.
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Vaccine effort hopes to close gap for minority, low-income areas Colorado targets residents who face barriers to accessing vaccine shots BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Even with Colorado’s six mass vaccination sites around the state up and running — and with local health providers also putting shots in arms — state officials knew they needed to go further to reach Coloradans who can’t drive to appointments or set them up online. That’s why Colorado started organizing what it calls “equity clinics” — and as of mid-April, state officials had worked with more than 100 community organizations in the effort to reach low-income areas, people of color and rural residents, too. For some communities, barriers to coronavirus vaccination aren’t just economic but can also stem from distrust, Gov. Jared Polis said. “It is important that people understand some of the legitimate roots of that skepticism, where, inexcusably, Black Americans were experimented on without their permission,” Polis told Colorado Community Media. That’s a reference to what became known as the Tuskegee syphilis study: In 1972, the Associated Press broke news that the federal government had let hundreds of Black men in rural Alabama go untreated for syphilis for 40 years for research
WHAT ARE COUNTIES DOING? According to the state public-health department, some counties that indicated that they would maintain level blue restrictions after mid-April include, among others, the following: • Adams • Arapahoe • Boulder • Broomfield • Denver • Jefferson • Larimer Clear Creek County will maintain a mask mandate and level blue restrictions until May 31. Counties that indicated that they would maintain level green restrictions, among others, include: • Gilpin Counties that indicated that they would not have local orders, among others, include: • Douglas • El Paso • Elbert • Weld The above lists are not exhaustive. Counties that have not yet communicated their plans to the state include Park and others. purposes. A public outcry ensued, and the study ended three months later, according to the AP. The effects of the study still linger — it’s routinely cited as a reason some Black Americans are reluctant to participate in medical research, or even go to the doctor for routine
check-ups, the AP reported. But other communities also experience “vaccine hesitancy,” and making vaccination quick and easy is crucial for the state to be able reach “herd immunity,” Polis said. That’s a term for when enough people become immune that the spread of COVID-19 becomes unlikely, which could happen when around 70% to 80% of people attain immunity. “That means reaching people where they are, and protecting any Coloradans protects all Coloradans,” Polis said. The state’s Vaccine Equity Outreach Team — co-chaired by Jill Hunsaker Ryan, executive director of the state public-health department, and Rick Palacio, strategic consultant to the governor — worked to schedule vaccine equity clinics across Colorado in partnership with community-based organizations, local public health agencies and tribes, according to a news release from the state public-health department. “One of the data points we use to guide our efforts are targeted census tracts,” Palacio said, using a term for geographic areas. State officials targeted tracts that are below the poverty line and high in minority populations and also worked with organizations that serve those areas. “Not everyone has a health care home,” and often that includes Black and brown communities, Palacio said. State officials have partnered with community organizations to host
more than 200 clinics across the state, according to Polis’ office. “They’ve been in church and school parking lots, at local rec centers, and a variety of other locations that community members trust,” said Elizabeth Kosar, a spokeswoman for the governor. Many of the equity clinics are temporary, and others were ongoing as of late April. Some ongoing locations, according to the governor’s office, include: • Project Angel Heart, an organization that delivers meals to people with life-threatening illnesses, at 4950 N. Washington St. in Denver. • Bear Valley Branch Library at 5171 W. Dartmouth Ave. in Denver. • Village Exchange Center, a nonprofit that serves immigrants and refugees in the Denver metro area, at 1609 N. Havana St in Aurora. • Fort Lupton recreation center at 203 S. Harrison Ave. On top of that, a mobile vaccine clinic program is also helping distribute vaccine shots around Colorado. The mobile vaccine clinics kicked off on April 2, and the equity clinics began in January, according to Polis’ office. The state had two bus routes as of late April. “The mobile vaccine clinics are currently running routes in Northeast and Southern Colorado. Previous stops include Eaton, Sterling, Yuma, Fort Morgan, Avondale, Ordway, La Junta, Las Animas and Lamar,” Kosar said. “And soon, we will be launching a third bus, which will run a route reaching mountain communities.”
When will enough Coloradans be vaccinated? BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
As the state continues to rack up vaccinations, some Coloradans may find themselves wondering when enough people will have been vaccinated for life to begin returning to some semblance of normal. “Herd immunity” — a term for when enough people become immune that the spread of a disease becomes unlikely — could happen when around 70% to 80% of people attain immunity to COVID-19. The exact percentage depends on what’s called the coronavirus’ “reproduction number,” how many people each infected person was likely spreading the virus to, on average, when there was zero immunity. That number is referred to as R0, pronounced “R naught.” (On the other hand, the “effective reproduction number,” sometimes written “Re,” represents the level
of infectiousness once the virus is more common and once public health measures — such as maskwearing, restrictions on capacity at businesses and so on — are implemented.) An analysis by the Colorado School of Public Health says if the R0 for COVID-19 was 3 people, herd immunity is estimated to be reached when 66.7% of people are immune. And if R0 was 5, herd immunity would be reached at 80%. The report noted that there is uncertainty regarding the true herd immunity threshold. State officials are relying on the estimate that herd immunity will be achieved at about 67%, but Colorado is “striving for an even higher number of vaccinations,” said a statement from the Colorado State Joint Information Center, which takes questions for the state public-health department. The school of public health’s
report says its estimates are based on the theory that immunity from a symptomatic COVID-19 infection is assumed to last roughly one year, and immunity from asymptomatic infection is assumed to last about six months. “This means people who were infected early in the pandemic may no longer be immune to infection unless they have been vaccinated,” the state information center said. The school of public health’s April 7 report estimates that slightly under 67% of Colorado’s population will be immune to COVID-19 due to vaccination or prior infection by late June. But at that point, the growth in immunity could start to plateau, the report says. “Initially, demand for the vaccine outweighed the supply, and the Coloradans most interested in being vaccinated were eager to get appointments. Now that we have more vaccine supply, we expect demand
to level out as we shift to vaccinating people who are open to getting vaccinated but aren’t in a hurry,” the state information center said. “At the same time, we are working to increase vaccine uptake through outreach and communications and addressing vaccine hesistancies in various populations.” State officials are a bit more optimistic than the report, remaining “hopeful (that) 70% to 80% of Coloradans will be vaccinated by the end of June,” the information center said. In a “recent survey we conducted, there was a significant shift in the percent of Coloradans interested in getting vaccinated when one is available, with 88% of Coloradans now indicating they would possibly be vaccinated, up from 66% in September,” the information center said.
Some mass vaccination sites now accepting walk-ins
Most Coloradans can access vaccines via local pharmacies, hospitals or the state’s mass vaccination sites. Four of the mass vaccination sites now accept walk-ins — Coloradans no longer need an appointment, according to Gov. Jared Polis’ office. Those four sites are:
• Pueblo County — Colorado State Fairgrounds, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Sunday • Larimer County — The Ranch Events Complex, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday • Denver — Ball Arena, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. • Mesa County — Grand Junction
Convention Center, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The other sites will accept sameday registrations if appointments are available and haven’t been filled, Polis’ office said. Those other mass vaccination sites are in Adams County at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park and in El Paso County at the
Broadmoor World Arena. Register for those locations at centura.org/ covid-19/covid-19-vaccine-information/vaccine-events. Colorado also is served by “mobile vaccine clinics” that travel around the state. Visit mobilevax.us/clinics to sign up and see a schedule of upcoming clinics.
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ances” — or exceptions — remain in effect, including 5-Star approvals granted by a county. That’s a reference to Colorado’s 5-Star State Certification Program, which has allowed businesses to operate with expanded capacity if they follow stepped-up COVID-19 safety protocols. Venues may apply to their local public health agency for a variance to exceed 500 people, which needs to be finally approved by the state publichealth department. Settings that aren’t affected The order’s requirements do not apply to the following settings: • Places of worship and associated ceremonies.
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Educators share ideas on funds for homeless students Stimulus includes huge boost in spending on children at margins BY KALYN BELSHA CHALKBEAT COLORADO
Kathryn Butler has stitched together a patchwork of resources to support the nearly 500 homeless students who attend her school district in Greenwood County, South Carolina. She asks local companies to give students new winter coats and shoes. She partners with the local cosmetology school to offer students haircuts. And she runs drives to collect clothing, toiletries, and bedding, which she stocks in a school storage room dubbed “Kathryn’s Closet.” She does all that to help stretch the $60,000 she usually gets from the federal government to help homeless students. But the latest federal stimulus package has Butler hoping she’ll be able to do a lot more. It includes $800 million specifically to help homeless students — eight times as much as the federal government has spent annually on those students in recent years. Imagining what she could do for her students with that is like “living in the land of the Wizard of Oz,” Butler said. For now, it’s unclear how exactly that money will get to students, as the federal education department has yet to spell out how it will be distributed. It’s also unclear what school officials
will be able to spend it on. Usually, federal funds for homeless students come with a lot of restrictions. But the new law is broad and says the money can be used to identify homeless students, help them attend school, and offer them wraparound services. We asked five educators who work with students experiencing housing instability how they’d like to see this new money spent, and how it could help students in their communities. Here’s what they said. Giving families a `grace period’ As the coordinator of the Adelante Program for Santa Fe Public Schools in New Mexico, Attiana Virella-Fuentes counts herself lucky to have a team of 12. Together, they work to support some 800 homeless students and their families. The pandemic has made their task tougher. Many families are unable to pay rent or are experiencing food insecurity for the first time, and don’t know how to get help or what their rights are. Others are too embarrassed to reach out. “The pandemic has created more shadows for people who don’t want to be found,” she said. With additional money, VirellaFuentes would like to be allowed to give students stipends if they’re missing class to work. That could get students back into classrooms without worrying that “their family may not be able to eat,” she said. Another top priority: keeping students housed. Many parents fell months behind on rent when they lost
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their jobs in the service industry or cleaning homes, and they’re just now starting to get work again. Helping families pay back rent would help them hold onto the housing they have long-term. Even better, she said, would be helping families afford a deposit and a few months of rent in advance — enough to help them make the difficult financial transition out of a motel, for example. That would help a lot with school engagement, Virella-Fuentes said, since those living spaces typically offer little room or privacy for kids doing schoolwork. “I’d love to be able to provide families with some grace period to start working, start saving,” she said. “If you’re digging yourself out of a hole at every moment of the day, it can be hard to move ahead.” Helping students get to school Kathryn Butler has worked with homeless students in Greenwood County, South Carolina for over two decades, so she’s no stranger to the particular challenges facing her largely rural community. There are few shelters or transitional housing options, so many of the families she works with are living “doubled up” with friends or family. Transportation is a big challenge: There’s no public transit and some families don’t have cars. The new federal funding averages out to around $580 for every homeless student in the country — nearly 1.4 million students were considered homeless during the 2018-19 school year. If some of that makes it to Butler, she’d want to use it to buy a van or SUV that could be used to take homeless students to school or to bring them supplies, like a new hotspot. Right now, she said, a student’s sudden move can mean they miss several days of class. She also wants to fulfill her longtime goal of installing more washers and dryers in school buildings where students and their families could use them whenever they need them. “It would be a huge boost for their self-esteem,” she said. More emergency help in Denver Keya Flakes has seen up close how Denver’s affordable housing crunch is affecting the students she works with. Many families who have children in the city’s public schools are on waiting lists for subsidized or transitional housing, she said. While they wait, many families must split up to stay with family and friends. Flakes experienced something similar when she lost her home in a fire several years ago, and she draws on that knowledge to help families. “Having that person who is able to stay calm, and making sure that they have the things that they need to have their students enroll in school,” she said, can “alleviate some of that weight and that stress.” Her team served around 2,150 homeless students last school year, but those numbers are down a bit this year. Anna Theisen, who oversees the district’s program for homeless students, said they got fewer referrals this fall when classes were virtual — something that happened at a lot of school districts. The federal eviction moratorium has also helped to keep more students housed, but Theisen
says her team is “very worried” about what will happen once it lifts in June. With additional federal money, Theisen says her team would like to help families pay their first month’s rent and deposit, and hire a “navigator” who can assist families in finding housing. They’ve also discussed creating an emergency fund to pay for food, clothing, car repairs, or storage fees. Flakes wants to be able to offer hotel vouchers to families with shorterterm needs, too. “When people hear of families that are experiencing homelessness, they automatically think that this is a chronic experience for this family, and it’s not always that situation,” she said. Asking students what they need Jordann Lankford spends a lot of time building trust with her students in Great Falls, Montana. She’s a teacher and academic advisor who runs a dropout prevention program for American Indian students that weaves in lessons she crafted about the culture and history of eight Great Plains tribes. She estimates 40% of the students she works with are homeless, often staying in motels or couch surfing. Sometimes students are living in a home with several families and caring for other children, which can make it hard to concentrate on schoolwork. “It’s a great demonstration culturally of what family means to American Indian people and their willingness to open their homes and take care of each other,” Lankford said. “But they also know the consequences, too.” When school was virtual, Lankford rotated visiting five students per day to pick up their schoolwork and drop off food baskets. But it can be hard for families to ask for help because they feel shame, or worry the government will take their children away — a fear rooted in a long, traumatic history. She remembers she once arrived at a student’s home while police were doing a welfare check. The student handed Lankford her math homework as it was happening. “It’s things like that that I don’t think a lot of educators realize,” she said. “Unfortunately, your work that you have for this student isn’t the most important thing that they have to do.” Things have improved since her district started offering in-person instruction this fall, she said. Looking ahead, she’d like to see federal funding used to set up a centralized hub where students could do their laundry, take a hot shower, and connect to the internet. Right now, those services are spread out across her community, and the youth center has limited hours. She also wants to host a listening session where students and their families have an opportunity to tell the district what would be most helpful to them. “They and their families need to be able to tell us what they need,” she said, “instead of us just deciding what’s best for them.” This story is from Chalkbeat Colorado, a nonprofit news site covering educational change in public schools. Used by permission. For more, and to support Chalkbeat, visit co.chalkbeat. org.
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A march to remember WWII-era veteran Frank Francone marches to remember those who paid ultimate price on Bataan Death March BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Frank Francone was just 19 years old when he first laid eyes on Camp O’Donnell. The Denver native was drafted fresh out of high school in the summer of 1945, the final months of World War II. By the time he completed officer school as a second lieutenant, the war had ended, but he was shipped to the Philippines nonetheless. There he served with the 57th Infantry of the Philippine Scouts, part of the forces conscripted years earlier by President Roosevelt to fight for Uncle Sam in the Philippines, a U.S. territory. Camp O’Donnell, an American installation, was held by Japanese forces during the war. Four years before Francone arrived, it was the final destination for tens of thousands of American and Filipino prisoners of war captured by the Imperial Japanese Army. As time went by, Francone learned some of the story from survivors: how 70,000 troops surrendered on April 9, 1942, and were marched on foot from Bataan more than 60 miles to Camp O’Donnell, which had fallen into Axis hands. The men were given little food and water, and no rest. As they marched, the men were beaten, and those who fell were bayoneted, shot, or run over. As many as 18,000 Filipinos and 650 Americans died during the ordeal, which came to be known as the Bataan Death March. In spite of the sacrifices of the Filipino troops, Congress in 1946 passed the Rescission Act, stripping the Filipinos of benefits afforded to other American soldiers. Francone returned to America, and prospered as an engineer and manager for the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and later Martin Marietta, which became Lockheed Martin. But he never forget the valor and bravery of the Filipinos, their sacrifices at Bataan, or their raw deal at
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the hands of Congress. As the decades went by, Francone fought for the Filipinos stateside, advocating for better recognition of their service. Over time, Congress offered some benefits and payments to Filipino veterans. In 2017, Francone and surviving Filipino veterans were awarded Congressional Gold Medals. To this day he gives talks to schools and other organizations, remembering the men at Bataan. And on April 9, 2021, Francone paid them another tribute. On a brisk spring morning, 79 years to the day since the men at Bataan laid down their arms and began walking toward their destiny in the jungle, Francone, now 94, set off walking in their memory. COVID-19 restrictions rendered the annual Bataan Memorial Death March virtual this year. Typically the event is held in New Mexico,
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“There’s a wickedness born in man toward his fellow man,” Francone said. “War is hell. People don’t understand how bad things can really get. If we forget the sacrifices those men made, if we take for granted what we have in America, well, we’re putting ourselves in danger.” For Simbre, marching with Francone was a chance to keep a fading memory alive. “Men of Frank’s generation are going fast,” he said. “Soon there won’t be anyone left who saw, who heard the stories. When Congress stripped the Filipinos of their benefits, it was like saying their fighting and their deaths were in vain. We can’t let it be in vain.”
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Airbnb trying to limit parties tied to July 4 Guests must have positive reviews to book one-night stays in Denver that weekend BY DAVID SACHS DENVERITE
Airbnb is taking steps that, according to the company, will prevent parties at rental properties that use the app. Representatives with the company, which helps people rent their homes online, said travel is on the rise, but they recognize that the pandemic is not over and are heeding advice from health experts who are still warning against large, indoor gatherings. Denver has 1,957 licensed shortterm rental properties, according to the city’s business licensing center, which is 24% fewer rental homes than it had when the pandemic began. Still, licenses are up 4% since the beginning of January. “I think the fact of the matter is
large gatherings remain a potential public health issue,” said Ben Breit, a spokesperson for Airbnb. “And … we still have an indefinite party ban in effect at all our listings, both in the U.S., in Denver and throughout the world.” Guests “without a history of positive reviews” won’t be able to book one-night stays in Denver over Independence Day weekend, the new rules state. One-night bookings correlate with parties, Breit said, citing proprietary data from the publicly traded company. Airbnb generally considers accounts with an average of four stars or more to be positive, Breit said. But the new rule will affect people with new accounts, which could be opened by those who previously earned bad reviews or who are simply new to the platform, he said. “We’re not saying they’re bad people,” Breit said. “Most of them are great people and will hopefully use the platform for years to come, but they just haven’t kind of earned that trust yet.” The company made similar rules for Halloween and New Year’s Eve. Airbnb homes in Denver have
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two nights. The answer is yes, to an extent. But Breit said rentals for multiple nights don’t lead to parties or “destructive behavior” as often as onenight stays. And he said the company is adding “defenses” for two- and three-night stays. For example, if someone under the age of 25 — Airbnb must verify your age before you can become a member — lacks a history of positive reviews and tries to rent a whole house in the city or in the “area,” they would be denied. Breit declined to provide the radius that applies to the location-based restrictions because he said people could use the information to circumvent the rule. “We’re not perfect. We’re not infallible. But we feel it’s a pretty comprehensive strategy,” he said. Vrbo, another popular short-term rental app in Denver, did not return our request for comment. This story is from Denverite, a nonprofit Denver news source affiliated with CPR News. Used by permission. For more, and to support Denverite, visit denverite.com.
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SPORTS Off to college (athletics)
Seven PVHS athletes sign on for more sports BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Seven Prairie View High School athletes put pen to paper on April 19 and signed letters of intent to continue playing their sports in college. The ceremony was at the school. “As a coach, to have this many kids move to the next level is one of my favorite things to see,” said former PVHS wrestling coach and now athletic director Jason Humphrey.
Demirae Woolsey, left, and Desirae Woolsey, right
Two for softball at Western Nebraska CC Desirae and Demirae Woolsey are twins and have played softball together since they were 8. So,
naturally, they are going to Western Nebraska Community College in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. “We chose to go together instead of separate,” said Demirae Woolsey. “It would be different if we went our separate ways and went off to another college. We got really good offers to go together.” “We chose Western Nebraska because it felt like home,” Desi Woolsey said. “We can do a lot of good things there academically and during our softball season. We loved the environment and the surroundings. We loved the environment. We’re excited.” Demirae Woolsey wants to study exercise science in the hopes of
being an athletic trainer. Desirae Woolsey wants to study nursing so she can get into pediatric care. “It’s not too far away from home. We can drive back,” said Desi Woolsey. “We like the distance. We’re going to be homesick. It’s better that we’re going together. I’ll have a piece of me always with me.” Warm weather anyone? Isaac Manaugh opted to play baseball at the College of the Desert in Palm Springs, California. “When looking at the school and the area, the area was huge in being able to make sure that I am going to SEE PVHS, P14
CHSAA moves place, date for state volleyball BY STAFF REPORT
AURORA – The Broadmoor World Arena in Colorado Springs will be the host venue for this year’s state volleyball tournament. Brad Cochi, CHSAA’s new digital media director, also said the tournament will take place May 12-13. Originally, it was going to be at the NORCO volleyball facility in Loveland. But the gradual loosening of COVID-19 related restrictions and CHSAA’s desire to accommodate as many spectators as possible prompted the decision. Bethany Brookens, CHSAA’s as-
sistant commissioner who administers volleyball, said she and her staff investigated several other options. “We are incredibly grateful to the World Arena and the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation for their partnership allowing the CHSAA to host our state volleyball championships in Colorado Springs,” Brookens said in a statement. “They have been incredible to work with – especially this pandemic year – and we appreciate their support and dedication in valuing our student-participants,
schools, coaches, and communities. This is a true team effort across the city of Colorado Springs.” Cochi said the Broadmoor is in use as a COVID-19 vaccine site. That forced CHSAA to push the tournament to mid-May. El Paso County is actively working on spectator variances for a number of spectators. In the statement, Brookens said the association is optimistic about the potential total. “As a community, we’re grateful for the opportunity to welcome athletes and their families from across the state to Colorado Springs,” said
Doug Martin, acting CEO of the Colorado Springs Sports Corp. in the statement. “We know they’ll enjoy their time here and encourage them to visit the many attractions in the area including the spectacular U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum.” Cochi said official attendance numbers and a specific tournament format will be announced at a later date. All competitors, coaches, officials, staff and spectators will be required to comply with local public health guidelines at all times.
Letters of intent, a first for Riverdale Ridge
Young school celebrates as nine athletes move on to college-level athletics BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Nine athletes from Riverdale Ridge High School, a school that’s been open for three years, signed college athletic letters of intent on April 19. Their collective recruiting process took place during a pandemic and during a time when less scholarship money was available, potentially, because of the pandemic. “You are the first graduates. You are the first signees from Riverdale Ridge. No one can take that away from you,” said athletic director Harry Waterman. “You went to school somewhere else, and you chose to enroll here. You helped us create a special place where we can be proud.” Four to Otero Four baseball players – Grant Wroblewski, Mathias Talarico, Easton McKenzie and Dakota Pruitt – are following each other to Otero Junior College in La Junta. “We’ve been together for years,”
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Wroblewski said. “We’ve had past baseball teams. I grew up with Dakota. We’re really close. It’s going to be a brotherhood going to college together.” Coach Ray Garza called McKenzie “...a tremendous young man with a good arm who can play all four infield positions.” “I expect him to have a big impact this spring,” Garza said. “He possesses an incredible drive to succeed. I have no doubt his college team will like him as much as we did.” Talarico hoped the new school was ready for four teammates to come calling. “The coaching staff was there to help me and
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not just go there and be settled,” Talarico said. “The staff and the community were where I wanted to be. I like small areas. It’s easy
to get around. I don’t like too big a crowd.” Wroblewski wants to study business and get into marketing and sales so he can help run his father’s carpeting business. SEE RIVERDALE, P15
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ney’s new college coach, Nick Rizzo, made two pitches. The second one came from St. Mary’s University in Winona, Minnesota, where McKinney will attend. “The coach recruited me at another school in Illinois. After I visited that one, he changed schools,” McKinney said. “He made a big impact on me. I visited the school. I fell in love with the campus. I went to a practice. Everyone was so welcoming. It’s the Miami of Minnesota.” “She never gave up,” said soccer coach Matt Brown. “She is one of the few athletes who asks what she can do. She wants to improve.” McKinney wants to study international business. She’d like to study abroad and develop interests from there. “It’s going to be my home away from home, so I have to make sure I’m comfortable there,” McKinney said. “The coach made such an impact. He wants to know what I want to do. He wants to know how the college fits me.”
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a place that is nice, little to no violence and overall a safe place for me to go to college too,” he said. “The college is in the middle of nowhere,” said Gonzales. “When he came back, he was stoked about Isaac Manaugh the weather. That was a good sign.” Manaugh wants to study geology, then find a four-year school, then get his master’s degree and then become a geologist. He called the recruiting process “indeed strange.” It started with a homemade video and hiring a recruiter, who sent the video to schools that might be good fits. “The coach for College of the Desert reached out to me via email, which led to text messages and then Zoom calls,” Manaugh said. “Normally the coach would have you go to the school, meet the team and basically go through a day in life to see what and how they do things. But unfortunately, due to COVID, I was not able to do that this year.” “His character, his attitude, the way he treats people? Those are gifts you want to see in your program.” Gonzales added. Cold weather anyone? Soccer player Brooklyn McKin-
Jeff Nelson
Nelson heads for Pueblo Jeff Nelson signed on with Colorado State University-Pueblo to play golf. “He deserves everything he gets for how hard he works,” said PVHS golf coach John Layton. “Golfers are made in the
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offseason in high school. His family took him all over the country. He’s the best golf athlete I’ve ever had in 12 different seasons doing this. It’s hard to explain how good he really is.” Nelson plans to study business management. His goals after college are to play on the Korn-Ferry Tour and then join the PGA tour. Otero beckons Sanchez Marcus Sanchez is heading to Otero Junior College in Lamar for two years of studies and two years of baseball. “Otero was a good choice when I went to visit,” he said. “It’s three hours away, so the distance isn’t bad.” PVHS baseball coach Mark GonMarcus Sanchez zales said Sanchez was in the right place at the right time during the recruiting process. “We were playing in Fort Lupton, and the head coach of the other club team was an assistant at Otero,” Gonzales said. “Marcus hit three bombs in the game, and he pitched a gem. It was a matter of fate.” Mesa State University in Grand Junction also showed some interest in Sanchez. He said recruiting during a pandemic was hard. “Debating whether to hurry up and sign or hold back,” he said. “With COVID, it was better to just hurry up find somewhere. It was hard to see the campus and stuff like
that.” Sanchez wants to study business with the goal of starting his own business. “I’m a little scared being away from home,” he said. “I’m also going to be away from home.” ‘It’s the people’ Braden Stauffer will take his basketball talent to Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin. “Honestly, it’s the people there,” Stauffer said. “I went on my visit to meet the coach. It blew me away. They are easily the nicest people I’ve ever met. Braden Stauffer It threw me off. There’s only so many ways to be nice. The coach and my dad were talking about football on my basketball visit.” His coach, Damien Romero, called Stauffer “a great leader.” “His dependability was what won him over with the coaching staff,” Romero said. “it’s a testimony to who he is as a young man.” Stauffer wants to study data science and minor in math. His hope is to work for his father. “I’m excited, definitely,” he said. “As soon as I get into that August area, then I’ll start getting nervous. Right now, I’m excited. Recruiting was different. It was difficult for a little bit because I couldn’t visit. I’m happy with the way it worked out.”
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“It’s just another step in life,” he said. “You have to be ready. It’s going to be a great experience. You’ve got to take all your steps to get where you want to be.” Talarico wants to study marketing and get into the business field, perhaps real estate. “It helps that the four of us know each other,” he said. “It helps us transition to that college lifestyle. We’ll have each other to lean on You have the new team you’re going to bond with. I’m excited to go with these guys.”
Carly Villegas
Nebraska Wesleyan tabs Villegas Carly Villegas liked the smalltown feel of Lincoln, Nebraska, so she chose Nebraska-Wesleyan. “I really loved the small-school feeling. The small program is really great. I feel in love
with the campus,” she said. “You get more connection with your teachers and more connection with your community. We went in the fall; it was really pretty. They made me feel welcome.” She wants to study sports medicine and become a physical therapist. She tore her ACL a couple of months ago. “I’m going through the process of that. The PT has been the biggest part of that,” she said. “I want to help people like my PT is helping me.” Villegas is flat-out nervous about what lies ahead. “After my ACL, I have a lot to work for, also going to Nebraska,” she said. “I think I’m ready. I’m ready to start my life.” Football
Cayden Mazurek
Cayden Mazurek chose Lake Forest College in Illinois for his next academic and education stop. “In our first year, we opened up the weight room, and we didn’t see a lot of Cayden,” said
RRHS football coach Wayne Voorhees. “He was playing basketball. He’s been one of our natural leaders who made us a lot better.” Softball Destiny Hackney signed on the line to play softball at Kansas Wesleyan. “I’m confident she’s going to continue to improve at the college level,” Garza said. “She’s a good self-evaluator. She has many natural abilities that cannot be taught. She has a bright future in this game.” Nikki Waddle Destiny Hackney chose to play softball at Chadron (Nebraska) State College. “She’s going to thrive in whatever situation she’s in,” Garza said. “She’s a better student, which is more important than the athletic piece.” Nikki Waddle
Kylie Bach
Soccer Kylie Bach is off to Metropolitan State University of Denver to continue to play soccer. Her coach, Danelle Dondelinger, said while so many kids entertain wishes, Back was the one working to
achieve. “She’s the hardest working one in the weight room, and she’s the most humble,” Dondelinger said. “She blazed a trail for future Ravens through her leadership.” Principal Terry Elliott said college athletes graduate at higher rates. “You learned to work with others. You learned to collaborate, and I’m not surprised,” he said. “I talk with your teachers. You are great leaders. Keep that up.” “It’s been fun to watch you grow from sophomores with voices cracking to skillful young adults,” Waterman said. “We get to watch that. That is why educators do what we do. You’ve shown the ability to stay focused. You have college scholarships, even in the absence of seasons and off-seasons.”
S P O R T S SCORECARD Volleyball
Prairie ViewHigh School
Cancellation
Prairie View’s April 21 volleyball match against Northglenn was canceled. The ThunderHawks’ April 23 match against Westminster also was canceled.
Eagle Ridge High School Volleyball
Prairie View downed Hinkley in four sets April 20. Set scores and stats were not available. PVHS also dispatched Adams City in straight sets April 22. Set scores and stats were not available.
Weld Central held off Eagle Ridge 25-17, 2325, 25-20, 14-25, 15-12 in Keenesburg April 22. No stats were available for either team.
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Brighton High School Soccer Brighton and Westminster high schools did not play their season finale April 20. The game was canceled. Volleyball Brighton High School rallied to defeat Vista Peak 15-25, 23-25, 25-23, 25-23, 15-9 in Aurora April 20. Deni (14 kills) and Andi Jackson (13 kills) led Brighton’s offense. Maura Von Ah served up half her team’s six aces. Andi Jackson finished with 11 blocks. Joy Aburto led the Bison with 22 kills at the net. Kirsten Anderson was next with 14. Andrea Chavez had five aces. The same two teams played a non-conference match in Brighton April 21, and the
Bulldogs came out on top 25-16, 24-26, 25-17, 25-18. Andi Jackson led BHS with 12 kills. Natalie McNurlan was next with 10. She also served up four aces. Aburto had 17 kills for the Bison, while Anderson had 12. Charli James had four aces. BHS downed Northglenn 25-7, 25-9, 25-14 in Brighton April 22. Evelyn Udezue, Deni Jackson and Andi Jackson led the offense with five kills. Ryleigh Ward added four. Udezue also served five aces. No stats were available for the Norse. BHS rounded out the regular season with a 25-17, 25-4, 25-12 home-floor win against Hinkley April 23. Udezue and Andi Jackson led the offensive charge with six kills. Teryn Kidd has six aces. Jackson also had three blocks. No stats were available for the Thunderbirds.
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(1) Ward 2 member at this time. The Board meets at 6:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of every month at Brighton City Hall.
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BOARD OF APPEALS The Board of Appeals has openings at this time. Members of this board are qualified by experience related to the construction industry and are trained to rule or review upon matters pertaining to building construction. The Board of Appeals meets at need to determine the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction, acts on appeals for the city’s construction codes (building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical codes) and for Property Maintenance Codes. Brighton staff representatives are present to facilitate, including the Chief Building Official and a permit technician acting as the Board Secretary. Meetings are held at Brighton City Hall.
STATE OF COLORADO IN THE DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ADAMS Division D1 No. 21JV58 THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO IN THE INTEREST OF: Lucy Athena Mahrie Mohr A Children, and Concerning Adelia Villareal, Jerry Wayne Mohr Respondents Carol Mohr, David Mohr Special Respondents SUMMONS To the parents, guardian, or other respondents named above, GREETING: Jerry W. Mohr You are hereby notified that a verified petition has been filed in the above named Court in which it is represented to the Court that said child are alleged to be dependent and neglected; for the reasons set forth more fully in said petition, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference for greater certainty. You are further notified that the parent-child legal relationship may be terminated by this action, if prayed for in the petition. You are further notified that the Court has set said petition for hearing on the 17th day of May, 2021, at the hour of 9:10 a.m. You are hereby notified to be and appear, at said time, before this Court located at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601. Witness my hand and seal of said Court this 21st day of April, 2021.
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has an opening for two (2) Alternate members at this time. The Board meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Brighton Recreation Center.
Notice is hereby given that in the following proceedings filed in the Court under the Uniform Dissolution of Marriage Act, the Court has found that due diligence has been used to obtain personal service of process within the State of Colorado or that efforts to obtain the same would have been to no avail. Pursuant to C.R.S. 14-10-107(4)(a), one publication of the following shall be published once during the month of APRIL 22, 2021. A copy of the Petition and Summons may be obtained from the Clerk of the Combined Court. Default judgment may be entered against you if you fail to appear or file a response within 35 days of this publication. Case Number
Names of Parties
Legal Ad No.: BSB333528 Published in the Standard Blade First Publication: April 7, 2021 Second Publication: April 14, 2021 Third Publication: April 21, 2021 Fourth Publication: April 28, 2021
STATE OF COLORADO IN THE DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ADAMS Division D1 No. 2019 JV 290 THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO IN THE INTEREST OF: Deshawn Jones, Cailyn Jones, Tyrone Newbins, Jr., Malakai Newbins, Kymani Jones A Children, and Concerning Stephanie Jones, John Doe, Asian Fair, Tyrone Newbins, Mario Harris, Aaron Brooks Respondents
2021DR272 VERNADITH M SALEMI VS. GREGORY CZERWINSKI
Jeri Anderson Seek, Special Respondent
Date: 04/22/2021
To the parents, guardian, or other respondents named above, GREETING: Aaron Brooks AMY MAILANDER Clerk of the Combined Court By: /s/ Mary Ann Holland Deputy Clerk
Legal Ad No.:BSB333575 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: April 28, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE OF VACANCIES The City of Brighton is now accepting applications to fill positions that will be open on the following Boards and Commissions. Applications may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, 500 South 4th Avenue, 4th Floor, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The application is also available on the City of Brighton website at www.brightonco.gov. Completed applications should be returned to the City Clerk’s Office. City Council requires each applicant to attend a meeting of the Board or Commission you are applying for prior to the interview. PLANNING COMMISSION The Planning Commission has an opening for one
You are hereby notified that a verified petition has been filed in the above named Court in which it is represented to the Court that said child are alleged to be dependent and neglected; for the reasons set forth more fully in said petition, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference for greater certainty. You are further notified that the parent-child legal relationship may be terminated by this action, if prayed for in the petition. You are further notified that the Court has set said petition for hearing on the 17th day of May, 2021, at the hour of 4:00 p.m. You are hereby notified to be and appear, at said time, before this Court located at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601. Witness my hand and seal of said Court this 16th day of April, 2021. Amy Mailander Clerk of the District Court Legal Ad No.: BSB333564 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: April 28, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade
Linda Blackston, MMC Town Clerk
Pursuant to C.R.S. 14-10-107(4)(a), one publication of the following shall be published once during the month of APRIL 22, 2021. A copy of the Petition and Summons may be obtained from the Clerk of the Combined Court. Default judgment may be entered against you if you fail to appear or file a response within 35 days of this publication.
Caiden Dane Mason Dane Jaxon Dane A Children, and Concerning
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2021DR604 MARIA L SANCHEZ CASTILLO VS JOSE C CANTANEDA OLIVAS 2021DR30199 JULIA MARIE SMITH VS. AVNEET ANAND SINGH 2021DR30065 ADRIANA MONTES VS. JORGE A. QUEZADA ESTRADA 2020DR1838 CHRISTINE JO GARNER VS MATTHEW WILLIAM GARNER 2021DR534 ABIGAIL HERRERA QUEZADA VS. JUAN E HERRERA HERNENDEZ
2021DR443 WILLIE LOSA VS. PATRICIA SUHUAQUI 2021DR317 ESTEBAN GARCIA PERAZ VS LUZ PASILLAS GUERRERO Date: 04/22/2021 Amy Mailander Clerk of the Combined Court Mary Ann Holland Deputy Clerk Legal Ad No.: BSB333576 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: April 28, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade TOWN OF LOCHBUIE COUNTY OF ADAMS AND WELD, STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED LAND DEVELOPMENT TEXT AMENDMENT ORDINANCE HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of Trustees of the Town of Lochbuie, on May 18, 2021 at 6:30 o’clock P.M., will consider an amendment through proposed Ordinance 2021-667 to add a new section to the Lochbuie Municipal Code concerning zoning to allow for food trucks as temporary uses subject to issuance of a permit therefor and setting the standards for such permits, such public hearing to be held at the Town Hall, 703 WCR 37, Lochbuie, Colorado and the public may attend and give public comment in person or through a web based meeting portal, with instructions for the public to access the web-based portal for said meeting and provide input at the public hearing to be made available and posted on the Town’s web site (https://www.lochbuie.org/ ) at least 24 hours in advance of such meeting time. Linda Blackston, MMC Town Clerk Legal Ad No.: BSB333570 Publication Date: April 28, 2021 Brighton Standard Blade TOWN OF LOCHBUIE COUNTY OF ADAMS AND WELD, STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED LAND DEVELOPMENT TEXT AMENDMENT ORDINANCE CONCERNING REGULATIONS OF RECREATIONAL VEHCILES AND CERTAIN COMMERCIAL VEHICLES ON PRIVATE PORPERTY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the Town of Lochbuie, on May 18, 2021 at 6:30 o’clock P.M., will consider a zoning text amendment through proposed Ordinance 2021-668 to add a new section to Chapter 19 of the Town of Lochbuie Municipal Code concerning regulation of recreational vehicles and certain commercial vehicles on private property, such public hearing to be held at the Town Hall, 703 WCR 37, Lochbuie, Colorado and the public may attend and give public comment in person or through a web based meeting portal, with instructions for the public to access the web-based portal for said meeting and provide input at the public hearing to be made available and posted on the Town’s web
completed on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court.
If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within thirty-five (35) days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further notice.
Legal Ad No.: BSB333571 Publication Date: April 28, 2021 Brighton Standard Blade STATE OF COLORADO IN THE DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ADAMS Division D1/D/S No. 2020JV370
2021DR537 DONNA M CHAVEZ VS WILLIAM G CHAVEZ
Any questions may be directed to Natalie Hoel in the Office of the City Clerk at 303-655-2056 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or email questions to nhoel@brightonco.gov.
site https://www.lochbuie.org/ at least 24 hours in advance of such meeting time.
Notice is hereby given that in the following proceedings filed in the Court under the Uniform Dissolution of Marriage Act, the Court has found that due diligence has been used to obtain personal service of process within the State of Colorado or that efforts to obtain the same would have been to no avail.
BRIGHTON HOUSING AUTHORITY The Brighton Housing Authority has openings for one (1) member and two (2) Alternate members at this time. The Board meets on the second Thursday of every month at 4:00 p.m. at Historic City Hall.
Legal Ad No.: BSB333573 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: April 28, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade
CONSOLIDATED NOTICE OF PUBLICATION – ALLOCATION OF PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
CONSOLIDATED NOTICE OF PUBLICATION – DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
2021DR209 LECIA ANN DAVIS VS ROXANNE AUBRAE DAVIS
By: Mary E. Carrillo Deputy Clerk
DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO ADAMS COUNTY COMBINED COURT Court Address: Brighton, CO 80601
DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO ADAMS COUNTY COMBINED COURT Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION The Historic Preservation Commission has an opening for one (1) member and two (2) Alternate members at this time. At least 40% of commission members shall be professionals in preservation related discipline such as architecture, landscape architecture, architectural history, archaeology, history, planning, American studies, American civilization, cultural geography or cultural anthropology. Recognizing that professionals may not be available in some communities, this requirement can be waived if the local government makes a good faith effort to recruit professionals and demonstrates that it is capable of carrying out commission responsibilities. The Board meets on the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Brighton City Hall.
LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee has openings for two (2) Lodging provider members and two (2) Alternate members at this time. The Board meets on the third Wednesday every quarter at 11:30 a.m. at Brighton City Hall.
Amy Mailander Clerk of the District Court
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This is an action for judicial foreclosure of an assessment lien in and to the real property situated in Adams County, Colorado, more particularly described on Exhibit A, attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof.
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO IN THE INTEREST OF:
Dated: March 24, 2021 CORNERSTONE LAW FIRM, P.C. /s/ Ashley M. Nichols By: Ashley M. Nichols, #39120 This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(g), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. Exhibit A: SUB:SHADOWRIDGE AT BRIAR HEIGHTS BLK:7 LOT:20
Nicole Allen Nicholas Dane Respondents
Also known as: 8032 Bryant Street, Westminster, CO 80031-7207
SUMMONS To the parents, guardian, or other respondents named above, GREETING: Nicole Allen, Nicholas Dane You are hereby notified that a verified petition has been filed in the above named Court in which it is represented to the Court that said child are alleged to be dependent and neglected; for the reasons set forth more fully in said petition, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference for greater certainty. You are further notified that the parent-child legal relationship may be terminated by this action, if prayed for in the petition. You are further notified that the Court has set said petition for hearing on the 18th day of May, 2021, at the hour of 4:10 p.m. You are hereby notified to be and appear, at said time, before this Court located at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601. Witness my hand and seal of said Court this 17th day of April, 2021. Amy Mailander Clerk of the District Court
Legal Ad No.:BSB333514 First Publication: March 2021 Last Publication: April 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade DISTRICT COURT, Adams COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2020CV031140 DIVISION NO. A INITIAL COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM Plaintiff: Colony Park Community Association, Inc. v. Defendants, LAITH LYONS, MONA DEEB et al Regarding: Lot 5, Block 4, Colony Park Subdivision, Filing No. 1, County Of Adams, State Of Colorado. Also known as: 10743 Jackson Ct, Thornton, CO 80233
By: Mary E. Carrillo Deputy Clerk Legal Ad No.: BSB333568 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: April 28, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade
Metropolitan Districts NOTICE OF VACANCY PURSUANT to Section 32-1-808(2)(a)(I), C.R.S., notice is hereby given that a vacancy does exist on the Boards of Directors of Eagle Shadow Metropolitan District No. 1 and Todd Creek Village Park and Recreation District and the Boards of the Districts may fill said vacancy 10 days after the date hereof. By: Russell W. Dykstra, Counsel for the District Legal Ad No.: BSB333567 Published in: Brighton Standard Blade Published on: April 28, 2021
Summons and Sheriff Sale Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ADAMS, COLORADO Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601 Plaintiff: BRIAR HEIGHTS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation, Defendants: THUONG THI NGUYEN Attorney for Plaintiff: CORNERSTONE LAW FIRM, P.C. Ashley M. Nichols, #39120 Address: P.O. Box 7458 Denver, CO 80207 Phone Number: (720) 279-4351 Case Number: 2020CV031590 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT: THUONG THI NGUYEN You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer within thirtyfive (35) days after the service of this Summons upon you. Service of the summons shall be
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice:
You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff’s Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff’s Office of Adams County, Colorado at 9:00 A.M., on the 17th day of June, 2021, at 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601; phone number 303655-3272. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. ** BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.**
Further, for the purpose of paying off, curing default or redemption, as provided by statute, intent must be directed to or conducted at the above address of the Civil Division of the Sheriff’s Department of Adams County, Colorado.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Legal Ad No.: BSB333545 First Publication: April 21, 2021 Last Publication: May 19, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE OF RIGHT TO CURE AND RIGHT TO REDEEM Re: sheriff’s Sale of Real Property pursuant to Order and Decree of Foreclosure and C.R.S. 38-38-101 et seq.
This is to advise you that A Sheriff sale proceeding has been commenced through the office of the undersigned Sheriff pursuant to a Court Order and Decree dated February 10, 2021, and C.R.S. 38-38-101 et seq., by Colony Park Community Association, Inc., the current holder of a lien recorded on October 13, 2017 at Rec. No. 2017000089785, in the records of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Adams, State of Colorado. The judicial foreclosure is based on a default under the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions of Colony Park recorded on December 18, 1985 at Reception No. B618799 in the records of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Adams, State of Colorado. The Declaration and notices, as recorded, establish a lien for the benefit of Colony Park Community Association, Inc., WHICH LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AND IMPROVEMENTS.
You may have an interest in the real property being affected, or have certain rights or suffer certain liabilities or loss of your interest in the subject property as a result of said foreclosure. You may have the right to redeem the real property or you may have the right to cure a default under the
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Public Notices instrument being foreclosed. Any Notice of Intent to Cure must be filed no later than fifteen (15) calendars days prior to the date of the foreclosure sale. A notice of intent to cure filed pursuant to section 38-38-104 shall be filed with the officer at least fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the first scheduled sale date or any date to which the sale is continued. A notice of intent to redeem filed pursuant to section 38-38-302 shall be filed with the officer no later than eight (8) business days after the sale. In this regard, you may desire and are advised to consult with your own private attorney. IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.com Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O.Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov Further, you are advised that the parties liable thereon, the owner of the property described above, or those with an interest in the subject property, may take appropriate and timely action under Colorado statutes, certain sections of which are attached hereto. In order to be entitled to take advantage of any rights provided for under Colorado law, you must strictly comply and adhere to the provisions of the law. Further, you are advised that the attached Colorado statutes merely set forth the applicable portions of Colorado statutory law relating to curative and redemption rights; therefore, you should read and review all the applicable statutes and laws in order to determine the requisite procedures and provisions which control your rights in the subject property. DATED in Colorado this 8th day of March, 2021 Sheriff of Adams County, Colorado By: Kathy Grosshans Deputy Sheriff ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF: ORTEN CAVANAUGH HOLMES & HUNT, LLC 1445 Market Street, Suite 350 Denver, CO 80202 Statutes attached: §§38-37-108, 38-38-103, 3838-104, 38-38-301, 38-38-304, 38-38-305, and 38-38-306, C.R.S., as amended.
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28, 2021. IF YOU FAIL TO DO SO, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint, which is available by request from the above-named counsel, and which by order of the Court is deemed served upon you. DATED THIS 31 day of March 2021.
Adams County, Colorado or on or before August 16, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.
Legal Ad No.: BSB333508 First Publication: March 31, 2021 Last Publication: April 29, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade
Legal Ad No.: BSB333539 First Publication: April 14, 2021 Last Publication: April 28, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade
DEMAND FOR ISSUANCE OF LOST STOCK CERTIFICATE TO UNITED WATER COMPANY
Adams County District Court 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
SCHOOL DISTRICT #1, ADAMS COUNTY
Estate of RODNEY HAL BRETHAUER, a.k.a. RODNEY H. BRETHAUER, a.k.a. ROD BRETHAUER, Deceased
PURSUANT TO §7-42-114, C.R.S.
Case Number 2021PR30374, Division PR
STATE OF COLORADO ) SS. CITY AND COUNTY OF Adams ) The undersigned Stockholder states under oath the following: The undersigned Stockholder notified The United Water Company that Certificate Numbers 435 & 436 for 20 shares of the stock of the Company has been lost, mislaid, or destroyed; and Such Stockholder has paid all assessments levied by such Company against such stock since such notification; and Such Stockholder has lost, mislaid, or destroyed said stock certificate; and The certificate is the property of the undersigned person or the undersigned person has the authority to sign this Statement; and The certificate has not been transferred or hypothecated by the Stockholder, or otherwise; and The undersigned hereby demands the issuance of a duplicate certificate in accordance with §742-114 to 7-42-117, C.R.S. School District #1, Adams County dba Mapleton Public Schools Dave Sauer COO 591 E 80th Ave. Denver, CO 80229 303-853-1787 Legal Ad No.: BSB333562 First Publication: April 21, 2021 Last Publication: May 19, 2021
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Adams County District Court, Brighton, Colorado, on or before September 8, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. ROXANNE LEE O’REILLY Personal Representative 11029 Roxborough Drive Littleton, Colorado 80125 Telephone: 303-941-8725 Legal Ad No.: BSB333565 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: May 12, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Lisa E. Seachris, Deceased Case Number 2021 PR 30331 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 30, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Katrina S. Jones Special Administrator 11160 Huron Street, Suite 33 Northglenn, CO 80234
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Notice to Creditors NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Legal Ad No.: BSB333569 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: May 12, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade
Estate of Jennifer A. Intulaksana, Deceased
Public Notice
Case Number 2020PR31033
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of ROBERT R. HUCKINS, aka ROBERT ROYAL HUCKINS, aka ROBERT HUCKINS, aka R. HUCKINS, Deceased Case Number: 2021PR30367
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to Adams County District Court, Colorado on or before July 19, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Kayla Intulaksana 6660 Monaco Way Brighton, CO 80602 Personal Representative Legal Ad No.: BSB333577 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: May 12, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 21, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Stephani L. Hardon, Personal Representative c/o Werth Law LLC, P.O. Box 808 Brighton, CO 80601
THE STATE OF UTAH TO DEFENDANT TIDEWATER OIL AND GAS, LLC: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to filed an Answer in writing to the Complaint filed in the Third Judicial District Court for the State of Utah entitled Pinnacle Potash International, Ltd. v. Tidewater Oil & Gas, LLC, Civil No. 200903507, with the Clerk of the Court, 450 South State Street, P.O. Box 1860, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1860, and to mail a copy to JOHN W. ANDREWS, SNELL & WILMER, LLP, 15 West South Temple, Suite 1200, Salt Lake
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to
Francis Baier, a/k/a Francis J. Baier,
City, Utah 84101, within thirty (30) days of April
the personal representative or to District Court of
a/k/a Francis Joseph Baier, Deceased
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of LUELLA M. ROHLF, Deceased
Legal Notice No. BSB333556 First Publication: April 21, 2021 Last Publication: May 5, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade
Case Number 2020PR31175
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Case Number: 2021PR30043 All persons having claims against the abovenamed Estate are required to present them to Casey L. Williams, Special Administrator, or to the Adams County District Court, Brighton, Colorado, on or before August 16, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Dated April 2, 2021. /s/ Casey L. Williams, Esq., #39117 Special Administrator Duly signed original on file Casey L. Williams, Esq., #39117 Special Administrator Legal Ad No.: BSB333533 First Publication: April 14, 2021 Last Publication: April 28, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Anthony S. Glazer, Deceased Case Number 2020PR30839 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 14, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Zoe Tibbitts Personal Representative 10025 Hooker Court Westminster, CO 80031 Legal Ad No.: BSB333542 First Publication: April 14, 2021 Last Publication: April 28, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Patricia Angeline Elrod, Deceased Case Number 2021 PR 30078 Div: T Courtroom: 305 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 21, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Jack LeProwse, Esq. 7390 Lowell Blvd. Westminster, CO 80030 Legal Ad No.: BSB333559 First Publication: April 21, 2021 Last Publication: May 5, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of O. Yolanda Olmedo, Deceased Case Number 2021 PR 36 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 30, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Rosalinda Wolfe 8480 E 105th Ave Henderson, CO 80640 Personal Representative Legal Ad No.: BSB333574 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: May 5, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Lora Mackey, Lora B. Mackey, Lora Byrne Mackey, Deceased Case Number 2021 PR 105 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 28, 2021 or the claims may be forever barred. Martha North 15620 Cavanaugh Road Keenesburg, CO 80643. Personal Representative Legal Ad No.: BSB333566 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: May 12, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jennie A. Maes, Deceased Case Number 21PR70
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Adams, County, Colorado on or before August 28, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.
Juanita Maes 3045 W 71st Ave, Apt 317 Westminster, CO 80030 Legal Ad No.: BSB333561 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: May 12, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade
Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: 21CV30400
Public Notice is given on that a Petition for a Change of Name of a Minor Child has been filed with the Adams County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Edward Barraza be changed to Edward Bradley Shuder /s/ Amy Mailander Clerk of the Court
By: /s/ Rebecca Abeyta Deputy Clerk Legal Ad No.:BSB333572 First Publication: April 28, 2021 Last Publication: May 12, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade
Adoption / Guardianship Public Notice Petition for Guardianship of a Minor Adams County, Colorado Matter of Maravilha Nzuzi 2021PR030347, Division T
A guardianship hearing will be held on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 9AM MST via Webex: visit https://judicial.webex.com/meet/david.blackett or dial 720-650-7664, using meeting number 926 911 485. Legal Notice No: BSB333543 First Publication: April 14, 2021 Last Publication: April 28, 2021
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