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Produce showcased at Market Day
Robin Kring purchases roasted corn and a roasted peach at the Rotary Club booth.
Bright’n Jazz plays for visitors at Market Day. Photos by Michelle Boyer
Farmers provide fresh produce to guests at 6th Annual Market Day By Lou Ellen Bromley
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Several of Brighton’s local farmers brought their fresh vegetables to sale last Saturday, at the 6th annual Market Day, making the day a fun way to purchase fresh produce. Visitors also could buy freshly grilled Sakata sweet corn-on-the-cob and fresh roasted peaches to eat while exploring the many booths displaying merchandise and crafts for sale in the Artisan Fair area,
as well as the Market Day produce. Volunteers’ at the Rotary Club booth commented they had sold more roasted corn and peaches than in previous years. The heritage of Brighton’s farming history was well represented with produce from Patrocco Farms, Lulu’s Farms, Plizzi Farms and Lora Epps Nourishing Produce. The Artisan Fair area had several booths displaying items for sale and information for upcoming events in the Brighton area. Brighton Legacy Foundation is planning a Historic Downtown walking tour for Sept. 5 and were offering tickets for sale at their booth, while across the parking lot Henderson Community Church was passing out flyers for its 54th annual Roast Beef Dinner at the church on Oct. 4.
Feathered creatures flying high Barr Lake Fall Birding Festival on tap By Michelle Boyer
Mkboyer8@gmail.com Birders of a feather come together on Wednesday, Sept. 6, from 7 a.m. to noon for the 16th year of the Fall Birding Festival at Barr Lake State Park, 13401 Picadilly Road.
“This is held during the migration of the birds,” Barr Lake State Park Manager Michelle Seubert said. “This is a unique time … kind of the “Bed and Breakfast” time when birds are stopping over that normally won’t be here.” Seubert said enthusiasts may see a green winged teal (duck), common tern, Virginia rail among many of the fall migrating birds. First thing in the morning visitors will be able to see the migratory bird banding station at its best.
“This is the time when people from Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory will catch the bird, weigh them, measure and band them,” she said. “This is when people get to see the birds really up close. “Explore Barr Lake’s trails guided by the region’s best birders. If there are individuals not able to walk the trails, there will also be an Eagle Express shuttle tour provided with the Bird continues on Page 9
State shines in two economic reports Not good enough, says Beauprez campaign By Vic Vela
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Fresh vegetables were plentiful at the Market Day event.
Colorado’s economic outlook is bright, as indicated by two business reports released last week. The state’s unemployment rate ticked down slightly in July, and Colorado expe-
rienced its 33rd consecutive month of job gains. And, on the heels of those statistics, a business website ranked Colorado No. 1 on its list of state economies. Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper greeted the economic news with tempered optiReport mism. “While our
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economy continues to be recognized as the fastest-growing in the nation, we know there is still much work to be done,” the governor said through an emailed statement. “We are focused on ensuring we foster a positive business climate — whether a start-up or Fortune 500 company — and retaining our talented workforce.” The unemployment numbers released by the state Department of Labor and Employment show that 3,500 non-farm jobs were Reports continues on Page 9
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Death penalty sounds in election Beauprez criticizes Hickenlooper in Dunlap decision By Vic Vela
vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com Death penalty politics resurfaced in the gubernatorial race last week on the heels of comments made by Gov. John Hickenlooper during a recent television interview. But political observers wonder just how much voters actually care about capital punishment in relation to other issues, and what impact, if any, the death penalty debate will have come November. Hickenlooper confirmed to KDVR-TV on Aug. 18 what many believe has been the case for a while — that he’s changed his mind over the years and is now against the death penalty. “There’s no deterrence to having capital punishment,” Hickenlooper said during the interview. The governor said he had been a death penalty supporter his entire life until
factors, such as the high cost of putting someone to death, started to turn his mind around on the issue. “And, I don’t know about you, but when I get new facts, I change my opinion,” said Hickenlooper, who told voters four years ago that he was in favor of the death penalty. Hickenlooper has had to deal with questions about his views on capital punishment since last year, when he chose to grant a temporary reprieve for death row inmate Nathan Dunlap, who was convicted of murdering four people at an Aurora Chuck E. Cheese’s restaurant in 1993. Republicans have attacked Hickenlooper for failing to see through Dunlap’s execution. The death penalty issue has been used by former Congressman Bob Beauprez, who is running against Hickenlooper this fall, as a way to call out the governor for his “failed leadership” on the issue. “If he truly does oppose the death penalty, he should have commuted Nathan Dunlap’s sentence instead of leaving the decision to the next governor,” Beauprez said through a press statement. “As Colorado’s next governor, I will see
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that justice is served.” Eddie Stern, a spokesman for Hickenlooper’s campaign, said the governor “made a decision knowing it wouldn’t be a popular decision, but it is the right decision.” Stern also said it is important to remember that the governor granted a reprieve, not clemency for Dunlap. “At that time, he explained why he felt a temporary reprieve was more important than clemency,” Stern said.
Issue may not sway votes But will voters care about Nathan Dunlap and the death penalty come November? “When you look at voters, in particular, independents, and when you look at list of concerns they have, you’re not going to find the death penalty on that list,” said Norman Provizer, a political science professor at Metropolitan State University of Denver. “It’s a hot topic and the Beauprez campaign is trying to make an issue out of it, but I don’t think it’s a high priority issue.” John Straayer, a political science professor at Colorado State University, said
“a lot of people have been changing their mind on the death penalty” over the years. And Straayer wonders if Beauprez is simply trying to energize voters who are already inclined to vote for him. “It might be being done to the advantage of appealing to his own party,” he said. “But I just wonder whether they’re getting a lot of traction out of that beyond the base of their own party.” Provizer said voters care more about Colorado’s improved economy than issues like the death penalty. “If I were a candidate and I had a choice between being attacked on the death penalty or unemployment being down to around 5 percent, it wouldn’t be a question of what I would choose,” Provizer said. Still, a polarizing issue like this one could have on an impact on at least a small percentage of the electorate — perhaps enough to flip a tight election. “I think we all understand, in any close election, little things can make an enormous difference,” Provizer said. “I can say the death penalty question is not a major issue, but in a close election, it could make a difference.”
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We want to thank everyone who Sponsored, played or made a donation to the 2014 Adams County Commissioners Golf Tournament. With your help more than $23,000 was raised to assist local seniors served by The Senior Hub.
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Eventualism and the fullness of time I have done many stupid things in my life — I might have mentioned that before. Most of these stupid things, thank God, have not led to terrible consequences. Nonetheless, in retrospect, there are many things I would do differently, if I could. The unfortunate problem with that is changing any one of those acts could have a ripple effect in my life which would result in a completely different life. It’s impossible to pull at the loose strings of the tapestry of your life without unraveling other parts of the picture. Suppose I had taken a job opportunity way back when that I’ve always wondered about — that probably means I wouldn’t have been at the event where I met my wife, which means that my children would never have been born. Even if that job opportunity had led to amazing things for me, it also would have led to some things that are unthinkable to me today. That is what makes me, philosophically speaking, an “Eventualist.” I don’t even know if that’s a real thing, to be honest; I might have just made that up. And, if it is real, well, cool. At any rate, the “Eventualist” school of thought holds that the good or bad of every act, regardless of its intent, can only be truly measured in the fullness of time when all the eventualities have played out. That is what worries me about our reaction to the flood of illegal immigrant children that have hit our southern border in the last many months. My immediate
thought with regard to those children is, as I think it is for most, compassion — to consider how terrifying it must have been to make that journey all by themselves, to wonder just how horrible the conditions were that they left behind, and just how useless are the government bodies they left behind that make such a journey even worth considering. Our instinct is to take care of them. But is that the right thing to do, eventually? Let me put it to you this way: last week, a Florida mom was arrested for leaving her 9-year old child playing alone at a playground. As we approach the two-year anniversary of the murder of Jessica Ridgeway, I know very few parents who leave their children alone to play outside for 15 minutes at a time, much less send them on a “quest.” And yet, there are parents all throughout Central and South America who have put their children on buses, trains, or in the care of complete strangers to complete a 1000-plus mile journey from home to the southern border of America.
We know that some of them don’t make it — the bodies have washed up on the shores of the Rio Grande. Others don’t make it because they get sold into slavery before they ever get close to our shores. And yet, their parents are still sending them. There must be a reason. What if the “eventual” outcome of all our compassion, all our aid and assistance to these children (and, yes, all of our ignoring of our own laws), is simply that we are encouraging other parents to send other kids on that terrible journey into the unknown. An act that would get an American parent arrested is being quietly made a viable option for Guatemalans, Salvadorans, Nicaraguans and others because of the possibility that they’ll make it here, and be allowed and assisted to stay. It’s a difficult question. Any “comprehensive” plan to address it had better deal with the fact that there is, apparently, not one functioning government between El Paso and Brazil. But don’t be fooled into thinking that compassion must be our default position, so that we can rest easily afterwards having “done something.” The eventual result of that may be unthinkable. Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.
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Will the Denver Broncos win the Super Bowl this year? The 2014 NFL season is officially here! And even though many in Broncos County are still hurting from the beatdown that the Seattle Seahawks put on Denver, it is time to put it last season the rearview mirror because it’s a new year.
“Absolutely! They almost won the Super Bowl last year but they just had too many mistakes that caught up with them. But we will forget all that after we win this year. Go Broncos!” Flora Simental, Aurora
“I think this is the year they finally get it done. Those painful ends to the last two seasons are just going to make this Super Bowl even sweeter.” Marcus Ice (and his son, Nicholas), Littleton
“I am not sure because I thought they were going to win it the last two years. I hope that they do and wish them the best. But I don’t want another repeat of last season.” Patricia Roybal, Arvada
“I think they have a chance to win it all but the Seahawks and the 49ers will be tough to beat. And Peyton Manning can’t play forever. I’m not sure …” Mark Duncan (and his grandson, J.J.), Denver
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park naturalist. Rides will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis,” she added. Live Raptors from 9 a.m. to noon will give viewing of birds of prey up close and personal. Individuals can talk with raptor experts about their favorite ‘Talon-ted’ hunter in the sky. “Witness the wonderful grace of raptors on the wing in this presentation of Raptor Flight presented by Hawk Quest,” she said. Facepainters, along with crafts geared toward birds will be available for the children 9 to Noon. The Denver Zoo, Greenwood Wildlife, Wild Birds Unlimited,
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Mkboyer8@gmail.com Talan Nichols wants to be a doctor when he grows up to figure out why things like cancer happens to people and wants to make it stop. The 8-year-old has been fighting brain tumors since he was 3. He has pilocytic astrocytoma. Talan is on his fourth month, out of 26 months of chemotherapy. His grandmother Carole Nichols said he’s swallowing seven pills every morning. He has to take Zofran first, a medication to help calm his stomach hoping that he won’t get sick after he’s taken his chemo. “Talan doesn’t let cancer slow him down, although it does in turn affect his energy levels and poops him out easily,” Nichols said. “He’s such a loving and nurturing kid. He’s stuck up for other kids at his school who get bullied.” The medical bills have continued to mount and Nichols wants to help Talan and his mother in support to do a Loom-aThon. “This fundraiser will not only benefit Talan, but another child named Max Wilford who also suffers from a different kind of brain tumor,” she said. Nichols said she told Talan about Max and how he’s been working on setting the world record for the longest loom. “Talan just loves to loom,” she said. “We want to loom to see how long we can get our looms and send them to Max, who currently is trying to beat his 5 ½ mile record he completed in March.” On Saturday, Sept. 13, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Platte Valley will hold a Loom-a-Thon for Talan. People are invited to come loom, bring
Reports Talan Nichols, 8, is battling brain tumors known as pilocytic astrocytoma. Courtesy photo rubber bands or just come to make a donation. Looming may also be completed at home and people can drop their finished looms off to be sent to Max. Nichols said there will be a small prize given for the longest loom. All money donated will go directly to Children’s Hospital and not into the patient’s hands. The money will go 100-percent to help with Talan’s medical bills. To donate to Loom-a-Thon or for more information contact Carole Nichols at cnichols1193@gmail.com or visit Facebook page: LoomforacureBrighton. Brighton United Methodist Church will also host a Carnival Fundraiser for Talan on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information email TCOPPFER@hotmail.com or FFDAUGHTER1234@aol.com.
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added in July. That growth allowed the state’s unemployment rate to drop from 5.5 percent to 5.3 percent. That’s the lowest unemployment rate the state has seen since October 2008, just when the Great Recession was kicking in. Meanwhile, the website Business Insider ranked Colorado’s economy as the best in the nation. The influential business website used eight metrics to determine its rankings, with Colorado ranking in the top 10 in five of them. Business Insider cited Colorado’s “highly diversified” economy as a key factor in its top ranking, which includes a healthy aerospace sector and the state’s “huge amount” of federal investment. The website also factored in the state’s growth in job creation and in its
Wind Song, Dinosaur Ridge, Denver Field Ornithologists, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory and the Wild Animal Sanctuary will have educational booths at the event. Discover birds and bird feeding with Wild Birds Unlimited experts Scott and Dave Menough. There’ll also be time to explore great binoculars and scopes, as well as other birding supplies. A sunset tour into the wildlife refuge by a park naturalist will be at 5 p.m. “It’s a great family event to come out and learn about migration, and the birds that call Barr Lake home,” Seubert said. “It’s a great opportunity for kids to see bald eagles and raptors up close.” Admission to the Fall Birding Festival is $7 per vehicle into the park or an annual State Park pass.
working-age population. The unemployment numbers and the business report come as good news to Hickenlooper, who is seeking re-election in the fall. The governor has touted the state’s improving economic health as his primary campaign strategy. But the campaign behind his opponent this November, Republican Bob Beauprez, a former congressman, said things could be a lot better for Coloradans. The Beauprez campaign points to evidence of sluggish economies in rural parts of the state as an indication that Hickenlooper and Democratic lawmakers have little interest in focusing on improving economies outside of the Denver metro area. “Certainly there are signs that after this prolonged recovery there are some signs of life,” said Allen Fuller, communications director for the Beauprez campaign. “But, for a lot of Colorado families, recovery hasn’t come to their doorstep yet.”
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Lady Dawgs varsity volleyball team enjoys its introduction at the Red & White Scrimmage against the junior varsity and varsity teams on Friday. Photos by Michelle Boyer
Volleyball, spiking continued success Brighton and Prairie View High School volleyball programs show strength By Michelle Boyer
Mkboyer8@gmail.com One of the major goals of the Lady Dawgs’ volleyball program is to advance to the state playoffs for the second year in a row. “We’re very fortunate to not have lost a ton of girls last year, and want to continue to build on the momentum from 2013,” BHS Coach Meghan Law said. “We’re setting the bar high for this season. We have a really tough schedule this year, but are looking forward to playing strong competition every night. We’d also like to be the conference champs for the East Metro Athletic Conference.” This is Law’s second year with Brighton’s volleyball program. “I’m also pleased to say that I’ll have all three of last year’s assistant coaches returning to the program: Ashley Reynolds, Debbie Cutler and Kelli Rhodes. We’re welcoming Justin Adcock as a volunteer coach,” she said. “We are also fortunate to have the strong support of Todd Potestio, BHS athletic director and Principal John Biner. Our parents are the best. Without their support day in and day out, we’d not be the team we are today.” Kendra Swackenberg, Tori Ratliff, Rarsingchon Kashung and Kate Meyer are the
seniors on the team this year. Karysa Swackenberg, Maddie Cloutier, Erika White, Sarah Shively, Samantha King, Brianna Hernandez, Shaylee Befus and Kaylin Lillard finish out the varsity line-up. Law said Brighton has two games that are going to be big for the program due to the strong competition, which comes with Prairie View and Rangeview. “We’ll have to compete as the guest team for both of those matches,” she said. “Another team that is good in our conference is Gateway. “We have a great group of young ladies who’ve really improved from last year. This year’s team could be one of the most competitive this program has seen in recent years. Their energy and skill level will be entertaining for all to watch.” Prairie View welcomes Coach Amy Shoemaker this season. “My goals as a coach and as a team this year coincide with each other,” she said. “I want them to learn how to bring their individual talents and skills, to put both together in order to play as a team. To be strong, mentally tough, hardworking, never give up, go after everything and to be a disciplined team. Teams that can accomplish this usually go far in their season, and are complimented on by other teams. I think we’re going to surprise a lot of teams this year, they’ve come a long way since I first got them in June.” Quincy Balaun, Lexi Kite and Makayla Maniscalco are the seniors on the Prairie View team. Kelsie Antcliff, Dylann Balaun,
Stephanie Erives, Lauren Gonzales, Bianca Asheim, Serena Bruin, Maya Baca, Jourdin Thompson and Macy Thomas round out the varsity team. “All teams we play this year are challenges in their own ways,” Shoemaker said. “We’re looking forward to the BHS/PVHS game, because of the rivalry and community that comes out to support either team. You really see school spirit at this match, and anytime that happens it’s a great thing.” Over the summer the Prairie View team competed in the Cherry Creek Tournament and made it into the Gold Bracket, one below the Championship Bracket. Prairie View would like to thank Bromley Express Car Wash for allowing the team to have a car wash fundraiser a couple of weeks ago. “It was very successful and we’re now able to buy two new nets,” Law said. The Lady Dawgs will have a Serve-AThon today. “We’d love the community’s support, and are accepting donations that will be used to help fund new equipment for the program,” Law said. “To donate, contact one of the players or Coach Law at mlaw@sd28j.org. Brighton opens up their regular season at Greeley West on Thursday, Sept. 4, at 6:30 p.m. and their first home game is Friday, Sept. 5 at 6:30 p.m. against Heritage. Prairie View opens their season with a tournament at Silver Creek on Saturday, Sept. 6, with the time still pending. The team’s first home game is Monday, Sept. 8, at 6:30 p.m. against Greeley West.
Rarsingchon Kashung at center and Sarah Shively during warm-up before the Friday night scrimmage.
Girls’ hoops camp invites youth Brighton High School girls basketball camp for fifth through eighth grades By Michelle Boyer
Mkboyer8@gmail.com It’s time to shoot hoops at Brighton High School’s first ever Back-to-School girls’ basketball camp. All fifth through eighth grade girls are in-
vited to the two day camp on Sept. 12 at 6 to 9 p.m., and on Sept.13 at from 9 a.m. to noon. at Brighton High School. There wasn’t a basketball camp hosted by BHS this summer, as the gym floors were being redone. “This camp is geared towards fifth- through eighth-graders who are looking to improve their basketball skills and have fun doing it,” BHS girls basketball Coach Dan Doehler said. “Our hope is that players from this camp will then tryout to play in our feeder team system in October.”
The cost of the camp is $50. “Money raised from the camp goes directly back into the high school program to offset the cost of running the program,” he said. All participants of the camp will receive a free T-shirt. The money raised from the camp goes directly back into the high school program to offset the cost of running the program. Fastbreak drills, individual defense, team defense, shooting, free throws, rebounding, ball-handling, passing and setting/receiving screens all bring the skill set focus to the camp.
Competition will also be a part of the camp including, hot shot, camp knockout, team defense, elbow lay-ups, dribble relays and a freethrow contest. A select few high school basketball athletes, along with the Brighton High School girls’ basketball staff and feeder program coaches will run the camp. For more information on the basketball camp contact Dan Doehler at ddoehler@ sd27j.org or 303-217-0541.
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After winning the East Metro Athletic Conference Championship and advancing to the State 5A playoff last year, the Thunderhawks football team is ready to do it all over again this season. Prairie View finished its 2013 season 7-3 overall, and was 5-0 in leagues. The team lost its first playoff game to Grandview, but made school history for advancing to the playoffs and winning a league championship in its seven-year history. Coach Todd Riccio is back for his third year. He said his No. 1 priority is to win that playoff game this year, and to of course take the league title again. “All the teams we play against this season, we’re looking forward to competing against,” he said. “We as a football team take every game and every team as a new challenge every week and a new obstacle that we must overcome to achieve to reach our goals.” Returning seniors to the Prairie View roster are Matt McConnell-center; Seth Gulley-guard; Cody Mitchelltackle; Zach Peterson-tight end; Tavish Whelan- wide receiver; RJ Ramirez- running back (1249 rushing yards in 2013); Jeremy Velasco full back, Brandon Sanchez linebacker; AJ Prestopino-linebacker; Mitch Ortegalinebacker; Ben Burnett- defensive line; Skyler Severance- defensive line; Israel Morales- defensive line; Cory Orr- defensive line; Torin Saldivar- defensive line and Sean Rodarte- defensive back. “We’re a young team in some key spots, but still have great key pieces to build around,” he said. “We’re always growing the program and are always trying to build depth.” Riccio said this season’s defensive line, secondary and offensive skilled positions are strong. “We’re improving everyday on the offensive line where we lost three key student athletes to graduation last year, and our younger players are stepping into and filling those positions nicely. With more reps and experience under their belt, we should be in great shape by the time we start league play.” He said the Brighton game means a lot to the team. “It’s a rivalry game, and they get to play against friends and people they’ve grown up with,” Riccio said. “It’s a great atmosphere and our kids love playing in it. Both communities get behind this game and come out in full support of it every year, it’s a great thing.” During their offseason, this summer Prairie View attended a team camp at Colorado State University in Pueblo. They continued their conditioning with weight lifting also during the summer. Their major fundraising just ended, but Riccio said the team is always looking for sponsors for team meals and donations to keep the kids in helmets and shoulder pads. “We’re looking forward to this upcoming year, and have high expectations again for our team and our program as a whole,” he said. The Thunderhawks open their season at Horizon Friday at 7 p.m. Their first home game is Friday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. against Mountain Range.
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Dawgs all about unity Brighton High School football has a young program, but is growing in numbers By Michelle Boyer
Mkboyer8@gmail.com The Bulldogs are ready for some football. The program and team has its eyes on strong goals this season. “As a program we will strive to succeed and improve on a daily basis,” Coach Pat Sandoval said. “We’ll demonstrate maximum effort in all we do. Our programs strives to provide commitment to all those involved in our program. “As a team we look to be in the Top 5 in 5A in Giveaway/Takeaway ratio. Also we want to be in the Top 5 in our division with fewest penalties. Another goal the team has is to make the Top 5 for special teams and of course to make big play and to win all our home games this season.” This is Sandoval’s sixth year as the head coach of the Brighton High School football team. Before head coach, he was an assistant with the team for 17 years. Jackson Lambrecht- defensive/running back; Dalton Wadkins-linebacker/ fullback; Josh Sandoval- wide receiver/outside linebacker; Richard Trujillo- defensive back/ running back; Michael Martinez- wide receiver/defensive back; Kyle Swart- linebacker/fullback; Joe Luna-offensive lineman; Moses Martinez linebacker; Brock Stricklett- offensive linebacker; Ray Baca-
Julian Mijares at center runs for a short gain during a scrimmage against Lewis Palmer last Friday. Brighton also had short scrimmages against Horizon and Loveland High Schools on Friday as well. Photo by Michelle Boyer running back/ defensive back are the returning seniors to the varsity team. Sandoval said every team on their season schedule will be tough. “It’ll be a great challenge,” he said. The Bulldogs have a few returning starters. “We’ll be green on our offensive line and defensive secondary,” Sandoval said. “We’ll be a young team overall. Our pro-
gram has grown in numbers on the field, in the weight room, and the core of players keeps growing. The junior class has great numbers. “I really like how our team has come together as a unit, more family than in years past. There’s more team unity.” Over the summer Brighton participated in a camp at Colorado State University
in Fort Collins. They had five Mondays of 7-on-7, and lifted four days a week. The Bulldogs open their season Friday against Rocky Mountain at home starting at 7 p.m. “We’ll see where we’re at as a team against Rocky Mountain,” he said. “They took it to us last year on a Saturday late morning game.”
County, cities reach temporary agreement Municipal inmate cap at county jail raised to 65 By Tammy Kranz
tkranz@colorado communitymedia.com Adams County and five of its municipalities have reached a temporary agreement regarding the inmate jail cap lawsuit. The parties have agreed to delay any litigation until May 15, 2015. The agreement allows for additional municipal inmates — a total of 65 — to be housed at the Adams County Detention Facility. The municipalities agreed to pay the daily fee for any inmate exceeding that cap. Domestic-violence offenders do not count against that cap. “We are pleased that this temporary agreement will provide additional access for municipal inmates,” said Thornton Mayor Heidi Williams. “This issue has been worked on for years now, and we appreciate the efforts of those who negotiated this resolution.” The cities of Thornton, Northglenn, Aurora, Commerce City and Federal Heights filed a joint complaint on Feb. 19 against the Adams County Board of Commissioners and Sheriff Doug Darr for restricting or refusing to house municipal prisoners in the county jail. The board of commissioners includes Eva Henry, Charles Tedesco and Erik Hansen. The board of commissioners approved a cap restriction on municipal inmates, which was enacted Jan. 1, 2012, to help ease financial constraints at the county jail. The cap was set at 30 and was divided among nine cities: Thornton, eight; Westminster, five; Aurora and Commerce City, four apiece; Northglenn and Brighton, three each; and one each for Federal Heights, Arvada and Bennett. Darr said with this new agreement, the cities would not have an individual cap. The Sheriff’s Office will email the cities with a daily municipal inmate list, and if the cap has been exceeded, the cities must decide to either release one or more inmates or pay the $45 daily fee for each inmate exceeding the limit. The fees collected go into the Adams County general fund, not the Sheriff’s Office budget, Darr said. “I really do believe the agreement set a good foundation for our future operations,” he said. Darr said that because the Sheriff’s Office was able to acquire additional staffing to expand its supervised-release program, the inmate population has decreased. “It gave us a bit of a relief,” he said. About 480 people who have not gone
Thornton police Chief Randy Nelson talks to the media at a press conference May 28 about the Adams County sheriff turning away prisoners. From left, Brighton Chief Clint Blackhurst, Commerce City Chief Troy Smith, and Westminster Chief Lee Birk join Nelson. The cities of The cities of Thornton, Northglenn, Aurora, Commerce City and Federal Heights filed a lawsuit against the sheriff earlier this year. The parties have reached a temporary settlement. Photo by Tammy Kranz to trial yet are part of the supervisedrelease program, Darr said. However, he said some or many of those people could eventually be sentenced to serve jail time by the court. The key to reducing inmate population, Darr said, was changing how convicts were sentenced — more people who committed low-level crimes could be put on probation. The Adams County Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee was formed to find permanent solutions to curb the jail population. As part of the temporary agreement, the parties in the lawsuit agreed to continue with the committee. “We look forward to a permanent agreement on this issue which will ensure the city of Thornton and its residents receive the jail services they are currently paying for,” Williams said. Property taxes from residents in Adams County fund the jail operations, which is why many city officials oppose the cap and fee.
The Adams County Detention Center in Brighton. Photo by Pam Wagner
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REPUBLICAN WOMEN Meet
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BRIGHTON REC Center Blood Drive BONFILS PLANS a blood drive 9-10:40 a.m. and noon to 2:30 p.m.
SINGER-SONGWRITER PERFORMS KATEY LAUREL with Bonnie and Clydes performs at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at The Armory Performing Arts Center, 300 Strong St., Brighton. Go to www.brightonarmory.org/Events.htm for tickets and information.
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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 by 5:00 p.m. on August 29, 2014. City Council requires each applicant to attend a meeting of the Board or Commission you are applying for prior to the interview.
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Any questions may be directed to Natalie Hoel in the Office of the City Clerk at 303655-2056 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or email questions to nhoel@brightonco.gov. Legal Notice No.: 10007 First Publication: August 7, 2014 Last Publication: August 28, 2014 Publisher: Brighton Banner
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ADAMS COUNTY Historical Museum plans two big celebrations, of all levels. The next ride will be Tuesday, Sept. 9. Start time Family Heritage Day and Car Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, is 6:30 p.m. The ride will start and end at Emi Chikuma Plaza at Bene- Sept. 13, at 9601 Henderson Road, Brighton. Highlights include a dict Park, 1735 Skeel St. Lights are required for night-time riding. Go pancake breakfast, Henderson House tours, hands-on activities, and toDenver.CO.RRLgCmyk.STP_RoomPackage www.brightonco.gov/Activities/Activity/Detail/Brighton-Full- 8/20/14much more.AM Go toPage www.adamscountymuseum.com/September. 9:48 1 Moon-Family-Bike-Rides-1. html for more details. Call 303-659-7103.
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Chamber Endorses Thirteen in Local House, Senate Races The Chamber endorsements (House and Senate districts) are: HD 27 – Libby Szabo (R, incumbent) HD 29 – Tracy Kraft-Tharp (D, incumbent) HD 30 – Jenise May (D, incumbent) HD 31 – Joe Salazar (D, incumbent) HD 32 – Dominick Moreno (D, incumbent) HD 33 – Dianne Primavera (D, incumbent) HD 34 – Steve Lebsock (D, incumbent) HD 35 – Faith Winter (D, new) HD 56 – Kevin Priola (R, incumbent) HD 63 – Lori Saine (R, incumbent) SD 19 – Rachel Zenzinger (D, incumbent) SD 24 – Co-endorsement: Judy Solano (D) and Beth Martinez Humenik (R) The 2014 legislative session was productive for the Metro North region as the BGA Committee closely monitored 62 of the 621 bills introduced in the House and Senate. Looking ahead to the 2015 session, the BGA sees much to be done that was not achieved during the last session. One Metro North Chamber priority is the reform of the current construction defect statute. Although legislation was introduced (SB 220) to help correct the current law favoring trial lawyers, the bill ran out of time before the session ended. BGA looks forward to a comprehensive discussion and debate on this very important topic.
It’s a PRIMETIME Bash!!!
The 13th Annual Taste of the Chamber, a premier event open to the entire community, is Wednesday, October 8th from 6-8 p.m. at the Denver Mart and features 40 of the best restaurants in the North Metro region showcasing their delicious creations. Begun after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, this celebration pays tribute to our region’s first responders, the brave men and women who serve us every day in so many ways. Come thank them and enjoy an evening of terrific food and drink from all over the region and the world. Advance tickets are $25; $30 at the door. For more information, www.metronorthchamber.com.
Upcoming Events September 17th finds the Chamber hosting a major celebration to welcome the 120 new members who came aboard during our recent Membership Mania campaign. Open to all Chamber members, the festivities will be at the Westin Westminster from 5-7 p.m. and will feature a full night of excitement, including red carpet, live entertainment, food, drinks, games, prizes, and much more. Learn more and sign up to attend at www.metronorthchamber.com.
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Primetime Celebration of Membership Mania Westin Westminster
13th Annual Taste of the Chamber Denver Mart
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