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Density increase approved

TO BEAD OR NOT TO BEAD

Council OKs apartment complex’s plan for one-bedroom units By Jennifer Smith

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Kristin McGraw mans one of the Reinke Brothers’ bead bars Feb. 9 during the second night of downtown Littleton’s Mardi Gras celebration. Participating restaurants and bars created special Cajun menu offerings, and some featured live music. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen

Bow Mar a hidden gem near Littleton Town offers unique place for families By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@ourcoloradonews. com Rick Pilgrim is the mayor of a town he didn’t know was a town when he was growing up in Littleton: Bow Mar. To be clear, he’s the mayor of the Town of Bow Mar — not Bow Mar South or Bow Mar Knolls, which are in Littleton proper, nor Bow Mar Heights, which is in Jefferson County. And then there’s Mary’s Meadow, which the town owns but is actually in the city and county of Denver. Of course, he enjoys them all. “It’s such a great place for a family to grow up and to be a kid and feel safe,” he said, having raised his three daughters there himself. Two of them went to Littleton High School — where he graduated from in 1973 — and the other went to Heritage. Located northwest of Littleton, Bow Mar is a unique little

Bow Mar Mayor Rick Pilgrim is a native of Colorado. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen town of about 600 acres, 293 homes, 850 people and a budget of just a half-million dollars. It literally has no businesses, so it depends on property tax to function, yet it owns its own lake and has its own yacht club. “We’re a city that needs to be responsible to our voters,” he said, and they want low taxes and limited government. “We depend on volunteers to help us do stuff.” Along with a very active homeowners’ association and a foundation, and a partnership with Columbine Valley that allows them to share a town hall and eight-person police

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department, things seem to run smoothly in the little town. Skimming council-meeting minutes makes it seem like dog poop and chickens are the most pressing matters. Pilgrim, a transportation engineer, thinks it’s actually the roads. There’s no real drainage, just ditches that allow water to seep under the pavement. “We’ve asked the voters two times, and they’ve turned it down two times,” he said. “But each of those times we’d have gone into debt.” Change does happen slowly sometimes in a town so small. Bow Mar didn’t even have paved

roads until the early 1970s, and didn’t bury its utilities until the late 1960s. Both were controversial. “Those had costs for everybody,” he said. There probably wouldn’t even be a town of Bow Mar without your friendly neighborhood grocery store. Lloyd King, who founded King Soopers in 1948, started buying up small farms in the neighborhood just east of what is now Grant Ranch after business started booming. But in the 1950s, Denver started annexing everything it could get its hands on. Bow Mar incorporated in 1958 to protect itself, 16 years before the Poundstone Amendment required a vote of the residents to be annexed. “That’s why they became their own town, so they were in charge of themselves,” said Pilgrim. That’s how Mary’s Meadow ended up in Denver, and Pilgrim said that’s another issue that needs handled. Should there ever be an emergency, Denver crews would have to respond, and the closest fire department is near Fort Logan. “We own it, but we can’t manage it,” he said. “Thank heavens we’ve never had a grass fire.”

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A developer’s request to nearly double the density of a downtown apartment building increased density by far more than that in the Littleton City Council chambers during a five-hour meeting Feb. 5. About 90 people showed up to display their opposition to the Nevada Place rezone, versus nine in support. Despite the opposition and the planning board’s previous rejection of the plan, city council approved the rezone on a 4-3 vote. Jonathan Miller of Camelback Development owns the project, and says it won’t be financially feasible unless the density is increased 37 two-bedroom apartments to 72 one-bedrooms. He built the first phase of the project — the eastern building containing mostly two-bedrooms — after council approved it in 2007. He intended to build the western building at the same time, but then economic disaster struck the nation. Last year, he proposed a building that features the same footprint, height and materials as what was originally approved; the only change is to density. There will be 103 Council continues on Page 8

C-470 panel turns to tolls

Steering committee’s unanimous vote narrows expansion focus By Ryan Boldrey

rboldrey@ourcoloradonews.com Like traffic at the end of rush hour, the future of C-470 appears to be clearing up. On Feb. 7, the C-470 Corridor Coalition Steering Committee — made up of representatives from Douglas, Arapahoe and Jefferson counties as well as the Highlands Ranch Metro District and cities of Littleton, Lone Tree and Centennial — voted 7-0 to toll any new lanes along the 13-mile stretch between Interstate 25 and Kipling Street. The coalition has been studying different options to finance the addition of one or two lanes in each direction since 2011 and began a heavy dose of public outreach last summer. Other options included the implementation of sales or property tax increases within a to-be-determined taxing district as well as tolling all the lanes. “The public was divided on tolling (the new lanes) and sales tax,” said Roger Sherman, chief operating officer with consulting

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Romanoff declares early candidacy for 2014 Former state Speaker to challenge Coffman for Congress By Ryan Boldrey

rboldrey@ourcoloradonews.com Andrew Romanoff, former Speaker of the Colorado House, has announced he will run in 2014 against three-term U.S. Congressman Mike Coffman, R-Aurora. “You mean you’re not thinking about the 2014 election already?” joked Romanoff, who served in the state House from 2000-08 and as Speaker from 2005-08. The Democrat, who moved to Aurora at the beginning of the year, said he was declaring early because he hopes to meet as many people in the 6th Congressional District as possible in the next 21 months. “I ran for the state House four times and got elected four times by going out and meeting my neighbors and finding

out what issues were important to them,” he said. “I figured if I start early enough I might be able to meet the majority of my three-quarter-million neighbors who live in this district.” The likelihood of Romanoff meeting more than 375,000 people in the next 21 months may not be a reRomanoff alistic one, but the former Speaker said he believes grassroots is still the way to go and “the best conversations are had by going door to door.” The 46-year-old son of a Democratic mother and Republican father was defeated in his most recent political bid by U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in the 2010 Democratic primary. He said he plans to focus on ways to improve education, strengthen the economy and reduce the cost of health care if elected to Congress. “When I served in the state House I

State preparing insurance exchange Health coverage goes mandatory in 2014 By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@ourcoloradonews.com Buying health insurance in Colorado will soon be more like visiting Expedia.com than the hit-or-miss process it can feel like today, says Patty Fontneau, executive director of the Colorado Health Benefit Exchange. “It’s a shop-and-compare website for private, commercial insurance,” she told those gathered at state Sen. Linda Newell’s town hall at Blueberry’s on Feb. 9. It will go live in October. CHBE is the state’s response to federal health-insurance reform legislation, which requires almost everyone to have coverage in 2014. Colorado is one of 18 states that opted to create its own exchange rather than let the feds do so. Fontneau stresses the exchange isn’t replacing private insurance carriers, simply gathering information about them all in one place for ease of shopping. She also stresses it’s not a new state agency or an insurance broker, and will not manage people’s health care. It’s a public nonprofit that has applied for 501(c)(3) status. Asked about a rumor that only one insurance company has signed on, Fontneau said 18 have been meeting with CHBE regularly, and four health plans and two dental plans have indicated they’ll participate. “There is no one who has come in yet and said we are not going to play on the exchange,” she said, adding she anticipates eight to 10 will ultimately join. The exchange is not for anyone who qualifies for Medicare or Medicaid or those

covered by a large company’s plan, unless their cost is 9 percent or more of their income. All who qualify get up-front tax credits applied as a premium reduction. Included are people who earn $14,858 to $44,680 a year, couples earning $20,123 to $60,520 a year, families earning $30,657 to $92,200 a year, and small businesses with 25 or fewer employees earning, on average, less than $50,000. “Almost two-thirds of the state will be eligible for some sort of discount,” said Fontneau. Fontneau said the website will allow those folks to choose a plan based on things like price and participating physicians, so companies will have to stay competitive. But the exchange itself won’t manipulate what plans offer. “I think there’s going to be an impact on this marketplace, but not because we negotiate it,” she said. Asked who is paying for the plan, Fontneau acknowledged it’s the taxpayers but said it’s not her place to debate the tax code. Newell said the business community has been asking for such change for years. In fact, in 2006, the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce endorsed mandatory coverage and a comparison system for transparency. “By mandating individual ownership of maintenance insurance policies, the plan’s most significant change in healthcare funding is the shift of responsibility from the employer to the individual,” reads the document. “In addition, by reducing the burden of health insurance from the employer, the financial condition of many small businesses will substantially improve. Tax incentives may encourage employers to make contributions towards employee health coverage without suffering a net financial loss.”

brought Republicans and Democrats together to solve some pretty tough problems. The approval rating is lower than it has ever been in Washington, D.C., and I think it was Sen. (John) McCain who said it best and that was that (those that approve of Congress is) `down to paid staff and blood relatives,’ and we can do better than that. “Every big problem that this country faces depends on our ability to work across the political aisle. I did that for eight years and I will do that for two more if I’m elected.” The former teacher, who holds degrees from Yale, Harvard and the University of Denver, already received an endorsement from state Sen. Linda Newell, D-Littleton. “This will be one the most targeted, highly contested congressional races in the country next year,” Newell said in a written statement on Feb. 8. “I would be proud to call Andrew Romanoff my congressman and will do everything in my power to help him before and after the election.” Coffman, who defeated Aurora Demo-

crat Joe Miklosi by two points in November, issued his own statement last week. “We just had an election, and voters elected me to be their representative, not a full-time candidate,” Coffman said. “Right now, I’m focused on working across the aisle for policies to help Colorado’s working families and small business owners succeed.” In recent weeks Coffman appears to have softened his longtime anti-immigration stance. He introduced the Military Enlistment Opportunity Act - which provides a naturalized citizenship path for immigrants who enlist - on Jan. 29 and has since spoken publically in favor of a citizenship path for the children of illegal immigrants. Coffman, a 21-year military veteran, told Colorado Community Media in January that he intends to focus much of his efforts over the next two years on veterans issues. He also spoke in favor of an assault weapons ban, but wants to see it done at the state level, not the federal level.

City attorney steps down Crawford cites personal reasons for stepping down By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@ourcoloradonews.com Littleton City Attorney Kirsten Crawford has resigned. The announcement came 10 days after she was placed on paid administrative leave, apparently at her request, following an hour-long city council executive session. “I have been honored to serve the residents of the city of Littleton and to work for the city,” she wrote in a letter to Mayor Debbie Brinkman. “For personal Crawford reasons, however, I have decided to resign my employment as city attorney effective Feb. 5, 2013. I wish the city success in the future.” On Jan. 29, Brinkman asked Crawford and City Manager Michael Penny to wait in another room during their closed-door session. When they reconvened, Councilor

Bruce Stahlman made a motion to place Crawford on leave, pursuant to her request, until further notice. The motion directed her to remain available to the city during normal business hours. Councilor Phil Cernanec seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. No acting city attorney was named. Crawford was appointed on March 6, 2012. “I respect Kirsten’s decision and appreciate her service,” Brinkman said in a City of Littleton news release dated Feb. 8. “The city council and I wish her success in her future endeavors.” Crawford replaced Suzanne Staiert, whom council fired on the same day she filed an EEOC complaint against the city in September 2011. Staiert went on to become deputy secretary of state. Crawford, who did not respond to a request for comment, was hired as city attorney at an annual salary of $133,428. Crawford was an assistant attorney for Arapahoe County from 2004-08. Prior to that, she worked with the Adams County Attorney’s Office and in private practice.

SO MUCH INSIDE THE INDEPENDENT THIS WEEK Gun control. Debate hits center stage in Colorado politics. Page 5

Georgia O’Keeffe. Traveling art exhibit brings New Mexico to Denver. Page 18

Young Adult Job Fair Remembering the fallen. A groundbreaking ceremony is held for the Colorado Freedom Memorial. Page 9

Ages 14 - 21 Pre-register by March 1st at www.jeffcoyouthworks.org

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Warrior dash. Arapahoe swims to fourth-place finish at state. Page 21

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Meet face to face with employers hiring in the county Attend a job readiness workshop Connect with community resources Explore career possibilities in emerging industries

Love can last. A look at five fun couples who have 280 years of marriage between them. Page 11

From the hardwood. Littleton falters against Castle View. Page 22

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Commissioner does double duty Nancy Doty still serves as clerk for Arapahoe County By Deborah Grigsby

dgrigsby@ourcoloradonews.com While a mysterious letter that halted the appointment of her replacement continues to raise eyebrows, Nancy Doty is stuck doing double duty, still serving as Arapahoe County clerk and recorder after being sworn in as District 1 county commissioner.

Doty, who was sworn in as commissioner on Jan. 8, has yet to tender her resignation as clerk and recorder, but plans to do so prior to the appointment of a replacement, according to county spokesperson AnDoty drea Rasizer. Rasizer said the “day-today duties of the office” are now in the hands of Mary Whitley, deputy clerk and recorder. The problem is, finding a replacement may take a while. The Arapahoe Board of County Com-

missioners voted to delay the appointment and launch an ethics committee investigation after an anonymous letter appeared, questioning the ethics and integrity of Matt Crane, one of three candidates vying for the appointment. Crane said he has nothing to hide and looks forward to bringing the matter to light. The three-page letter, sent Jan. 27, paints a questionable picture of Crane, pointing to previous troubles while serving as operations manager for the Denver Election Commission in 2006, and what was called a “cozy relationship” with a voter check-in software company. On Jan. 23, the board interviewed three

candidates: Crane; Cindy Acree, a former state representative; and Susan Beckman, former Arapahoe County Commissioner. The person selected will fill the remainder of Doty’s term, which expires Jan. 15, 2015. There is no word on when the ethics committee will convene or who might be appointed to lead the investigation. Although Doty still holds both positions, Rasizer confirmed she draws only her salary from the Board of County Commissioners. Doty’s salary as clerk and recorder “will remain in the budget as unspent funds, so there will be a savings in that line item at the end of the year,” Rasizer said.

Civil unions measure gains Senate approval Only one Republican votes in favor of bill By Vic Vela

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Littleton will save about $34,000 a year on water after it converts the irrigation of Geneva Park/Littleton Center complex to non-potable water that will come out of City Ditch. File photo

City changing irrigation system Switch to City Ditch water will save money By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@ourcoloradonews.com Littleton will save about $34,000 a year on water after it converts the irrigation of Geneva Park/Littleton Center complex to non-potable water that will come out of City Ditch. Denver Water is paying $400,000 of the $575,000 project as part of its 2011 agreement that released it from providing service to areas that Littleton might annex in the future. The deal happened amid talks with Sterling Ranch about possible annexation. Denver Water paid an additional $2.1 million in the controversial deal, which critics said effectively killed Littleton’s ability to grow. “We sold that for a song,” said Councilor Jim Taylor before joining the rest of council, with the exception of Councilor Bruce Beckman, in approving the additional $175,000 needed for the project. According to Charlie Blosten, the city’s public works director, the new system will

take advantage of City Ditch water the city has been paying for but not using. Staff estimates it will save 5.8 million gallons of water a year, a natural resource that has increased in price 247 percent in the last 10 years. At the current price of $5.88 per thousand gallons, it will take about five years to make up the city’s share. “We’re getting the environmental benefit immediately, and we’ll start having a good turn after we recoup the cost,” noted Councilor Peggy Cole. The $400,000 would have covered the original estimate in 2010, but when bids were opened on Jan. 22, the “lowest and best” bid was $497,029. Design costs and other expenses took it up to $575,000. The system will include a pump house, wet well, filters, pumps and the irrigation framework itself. In addition to Geneva Lake and the Littleton Center, it will water the medians on Berry Street and the landscaped area on the east side of Rio Grande from Slaughterhouse Gulch to Main Street. “There are no efficient ways to reduce the size of the project to lower the cost,” reads the staff report. Construction is expected to start this spring and be done by early summer.

Same-sex couples in Colorado are one step closer to the realization of civil unions following the passage of a bill in the state Senate on Feb. 11. Senate Bill 11 — which would allow gay couples to enter into commitments similar to marriage — passed the General Assembly’s upper chamber Report with unanimous support from Democrats, but with only one Republican voting to move the bill forward. There was no debate on the bill before final passage. The Feb. 11 vote became a foregone conclusion after the Senate provided preliminary passage three days earlier, following a session in which several lawmakers gave passionate — and often personal — speeches, both in support and opposition of civil unions. Sen. Pat Steadman, D-Denver, an openly gay lawmaker and bill sponsor, gave an emotional speech on Feb. 8. “This is a moment that we have waited for,” said Steadman. “If two people are lucky enough to have found one another, why should the State of Colorado stand in their way?” Steadman’s longtime partner, Dave Misner, died of pancreatic cancer last year. Sen. Linda Newell, D-Littleton, choked back tears as she spoke in support of Steadman’s bill, referring to Misner’s death, as well as her brother’s struggles with coming out of the closet. “This vote is for my brother Bill, and my friend Dave,” Newell said. Republicans unsuccessfully offered amendments to the bill, including one from Sen. Owen Hill of Colorado Springs that

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would have exempted practically any person or entity that objected to civil unions from providing services for those couples. But Steadman said that such an amendment would fly in the face of non-discrimination laws. Steadman also implored those who hold strong religious beliefs, “Don’t let your free exercise run my life.” “Get thee to a nunnery,” he told those seeking religious exemptions to his bill. “Go live a monastic life. Newell Colleagues, this is not Mt. Sinai. This is the Colorado Senate.” Republicans also failed in their attempts to put civil unions on the ballot, rather than leave the issue up to lawmakers. In 2006, Colorado voters rejected a referendum that sought benefits for same-sex partners that were similar to civil unions. “The overriding feeling that comes to mind for me.... disappointment,” said Sen. Kevin Grantham, R-Canon City. “I’m disappointed that the people of this great state cannot be trusted with a second chance at the ballot box.” Sen. Ellen Roberts of Durango was the lone Republican to vote for the bill. “I believe this bill supports family values,” Roberts said. Roberts also said that it’s important to note that her gay Senate colleagues are about more than just fighting for gay-rights issues. “This issue is only one dimension of a homosexual person’s identity,” she said. “I prefer to look at them much more as multidimensional persons.” Along with Roberts, all 20 Senate Democrats voted in favor of the bill on Feb. 11. Fourteen Republicans voted no. The bill now heads to the House of Representatives, where it died last year. This is the third consecutive year that legislators have taken up civil unions, but it is expected to pass the Democratic-controlled House, and then be signed into law by Gov. John Hickenlooper this time around. “Well, third time’s a charm, isn’t it?” Steadman said.

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Police department hero retiring after 28 years

Carmody made national news for saving a baby By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@ourcoloradonews.com After 28 years as a patrol officer, officer Bob Carmody, full-fledged hero, is taking his boots off the ground. Carmody, 63, was a hero to lots of kids growing up in Littleton between 1985 and 2004, while leading DARE classes and serving as a school resource officer. But there’s one baby in particular who touched him more than all the others — the one whose life he saved. It’s not a pretty story, but it is a miraculous one. Salina Newman, then 22, called police after she unexpectedly delivered her baby three months early — into the toilet. She immediately called 911 to report what she thought was a miscarriage.

Fortunately for the baby, Carmody arrived on scene and checked her closely. “I could see movement, and the baby was enclosed in the amniotic sac and everything,” Carmody told reporters at the time, describing how he carefully plucked her out and covered her up. “I could see the hair, the hands up by the face, and parts of the legs and stuff, but I didn’t take a lot of time to look. I just made sure and covered up the blanket.” Little Neveah weighed just over a pound. “I went to the hospital several times just to hold the baby,” remembers Car- Carmody mody. “I could hold her in the palm of my hand.” “We’re emotionally tied to her now,” said officer Al Quintana, who responded along with Carmody and officer Nick Dimitric. “To see her alive, that’s the gift. To see her fighting — one of the nurses told me she’s a pistol.” Newman didn’t have a great support

system, said Carmody, and she named the three officers Neveah’s unofficial godparents. “She’s going to probably be shocked that this is how she came into the world,” Newman told reporters. But the baby was later adopted by a new family, who kept “Neveah” as her middle name. Carmody stayed in touch for a while, and got to see her on her first birthday. “I put my hands out and I just picked her up,” he remembers. “But she’s got her own life now.” As he sat in a Starbucks telling his story exactly seven years and one day later, it was clear his love for kids lives on — picture the big Irish Catholic beat cop cooing his heart out to one pretty baby and giving up his seat to her mom. He’s touched a lot of kids’ lives throughout his service, including Littleton Police Detective Brian Rauzi and officer Samuel Hufschmidt. “Officer Carmody was a very big influence when I was a fifth-grader,” remembers Hufschimdt, who had him as a DARE officer at Ralph Moody Elementary School. “I

remember him showing the class all of his equipment on his duty belt and thinking, `I want to be a cop!’” Carmody was reassigned to patrol in 2004, where he finished out his career. “I miss the schools a lot. I miss the honesty,” he said. “… They’re pretty good kids with a lot of good questions. But there’s not always someone there to give them the answers they need.” He’s not sure what he’ll do next, having always been mostly a cop without a lot of hobbies. But he’ll have more time for his motorcycle, he said, and maybe runs to Sturgis and the veterans’ memorials in Washington, D.C. “I guess I’m just going to slow down, look around and start making a bucket list,” he said. It will be awhile before he can tote grandkids along. Although his two children are grown, he’s counseled them to wait until they’re ready for kids, and not just to have them to make him happy. “Babies are not presents, they’re gifts from God,” he said.

West Metro Fire set to serve Trailmark Free health screenings City hopes deal will settle long controversy By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@ourcoloradonews.com In an effort to put out some figurative fires in Trailmark, city council has approved an agreement to pay West Metro Fire District to serve Littleton’s Jefferson County subdivision north of Chatfield. Littleton Fire Chief John Mullin says the cost is still being negotiated, but the contract says it will be equivalent to the mill levy Trailmark would pay if it were actually in the West Metro district. In 2011, Trailmark was valuated at about $26 million. With a mill levy of 12.382, it would have generated nearly $317,000. “This is an issue that gives me a lot of heartburn,” said Councilor Jim Taylor, noting that the money will come out of the city’s general fund to benefit just one neighborhood. “It really rubs me wrong to have to do that.” He acknowledged that it’s cheaper than $2 million to build a new station at Trailmark plus the $2 million a year it would cost to staff. Councilor Bruce Beckman agreed with Taylor, but noted the agreement includes use of West Metro’s training facility. With the closure of the Littleton/Englewood facility necessitated by new, stricter regulations on its impact on the South Platte River, that’s a big bonus. “As expensive as it is, I think it’s part of our obligation,” said Beckman. At a minimum, the agreement should solve the problem of skyrocketing insurance rates for Trailmark residents. In 2011, the Insurance Services Office reclassified the area from a 3 to a 9, with 10 being the worst, sending rates soaring by up to 90

percent. That translated into each homeowner paying $600-$800 more a year. ISO uses criteria such as personnel, equipment and location of fire stations, with the latter being the issue for Trailmark. ISO requires the closest station to be no more than five miles away by road, but the closest LFR station is six miles. West Metro Fire actually has one closer, but Littleton has been responsible for the service since it annexed Trailmark in 1991. The city used to have a free automatic-aid agreement with West Metro, but the department canceled all such agreements due to budgetary concerns. It remains to be seen whether the agreement will solve what everyone agrees are slow response times to Trailmark, historically nearly double what they are to the rest of the city. The issue came to the forefront after a Christmas 2003 fire destroyed an entire Star Canyon condo building. When ISO downgraded Littleton Fire, Councilman Bruce Stahlman suggested that any solution would be likely to increase property taxes in the whole city. LFR is currently sustained solely by sales tax; there are no retail businesses in Trailmark. LFR’s partners, Littleton Fire Protection District and Highlands Ranch Metro District, avail themselves of mill levies. Adding to the mix are discussions on the possibility of merging Littleton and Englewood’s departments. Both councils are weighing options ranging from doing nothing to forming a new fire authority. It’s possible a change would require initial cost outlays or raising taxes for the long term. Mayor Debbie Brinkman congratulated Mullin on finalizing the agreement with West Metro. “It’s been a long process from a huge `no’ that was coming from West Metro to get to collaboration,” she said.

offered for women Tri-County Health checks for cancer, other disorders Staff report Tri-County Health Department’s Peak Wellness program provides low-income, uninsured and under-insured women with free screenings and referrals. The program is an effort to prevent cancer, diabetes, heart disease and stroke. The Peak Wellness program is open to women between the ages of 40 and 64 who: meet income guidelines; are legal U.S. residents living in Adams, Arapahoe or Douglas counties; do not have health insurance, are unable to afford their deductible for insurance or do not have insurance that covers a Pap test or mammogram; and have not had a Pap test or mammogram in the past 12 months. The free visit to a Peak Wellness clinic includes blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and body mass index tests to screen for heart disease and diabetes. Clients also

receive a clinical breast exam and a Pap test to screen for cervical cancer. Clients can schedule a free mammogram and speak one-on-one with a registered nurse and a registered dietitian. The program is intended to reduce the incidence of illness and death through early detection and treatment of diseases and to encourage people to make healthy lifestyle choices. “We’re encouraging people to take advantage of our free screenings. With early detection of a potentially life-threatening illness, a client can seek treatment or make lifestyle changes and ultimately be healthy for herself and her family,” said Dr. Richard L. Vogt, executive director. “If heart problems or cancer are detected, we also provide referrals to free or discounted medical services, so that people can receive the follow-up treatments they need.” The average clinic visit is 90 minutes. Peak Wellness program locations are in Aurora, Castle Rock, Englewood and Northglenn. For more information or to make an appointment, call 303-363-3018 or visit their website at www.tchd.org/peakwellness.htm.

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Dems roll out gun-control package Opponents see liability measure as ban By Vic Vela

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Democratic state lawmakers on Feb. 5 unveiled a gun-control legislative package, which in part calls for required background checks for all gun buyers and strict liability for owners and sellers of assault weapons. But the ideas aimed at curbing gun violence, which were announced by leaders of the General Assembly’s controlling party during a morning press conference inside the state Capitol, were immediately met with stiff opposition by gun-rights advocates. Democratic leaders — who were joined at the event by people whose lives have been affected by gun violence — announced eight pieces of “gun safety” legislation, which they said p testare needed in the wake of canshooting massacres that peakcontinue to make headlines nd aaround the country. “As a civilized society, we e thecannot stand back and wait earlyfor another Columbine, annd toother Aurora,” said House styleSpeaker Mark Ferrandino, D-Denver. e ad- Some of the efforts anearlynounced Tuesday came as ning make althy hard probpromedie the

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Jane Dougherty, sister of Sandy Hook Elementary School psychologist Mary Sherlach, right, talks in the west foyer of the State Capitol during a press conference on a comprehensive gun safety plan Tuesday, Feb. 5. Relatives of victims of the Aurora theater shootings last July hold photos of their lost loved ones standing behind Dougherty. Photo by Andy Carpenean no surprise — gun-control legislation has been high on the list of priorities for Democrats this session. But perhaps the bill that will cause the greatest amount of ire for Republicans and gun advocates is one aimed at creating strict financial liability for makers, sellers and owners of assault weapons. Senate President John Morse, D-Colorado Springs, who will sponsor the Assault Weapon Responsibility Act, said his bill will make assault weapons makers, sellers and owners “liable for 100 percent of the damage” caused by “military style” assault weapons that are used in the commission of crimes. “The sickness of violence

is spreading through America like a plague,” Morse said. Morse insisted that the legislation would not constitute a ban on assault weapons, and that it would not impact handguns, bolt action rifles and shotguns. But Morse’s bill was met with ridicule by conservatives. “That’s a frightening prospect,” said Sen. Greg Brophy, R-Wray. “I can’t believe how extreme that is.” Brophy quipped that the ban is a “clever,” backdoor way of banning assault weapons because it would create an environment where gun makers would stop manufacturing their products out of concern for being held financially liable,

if those weapons get in the wrong hands. Brophy said that holding essentially every party associated with an assault weapon liable is akin to “holding Coors and 7-Eleven liable” when someone robs beer from a convenience store and then gets drunk and causes a drunken-driving accident. Dudley Brown, executive director of Rocky Mountain Gun Owners, said Morse’s bill is “a functional ban” on assault weapons. He also said that people who commit gun crimes “should be held accountable the same way” as people who commit crimes with knives or other types of weapons. The legislative package contains other types of gun control efforts. Rep. Rhonda Fields, D-Aurora — whose son was shot to death in 2005 before he was scheduled to testify in a murder trial — is sponsoring two bills that would require background checks for all gun buyers, as well as a ban on high-capacity magazines used in certain types of weapons. “They have no place in our communities and they have no place in our streets,” Fields said of ammunition-feeding devices that accept more than 10 rounds of bullets.

Other Democratic bills would address mental health issues; keep domestic violence offenders from possessing guns; require in-person training for those who seek concealed carry permits; and take other actions. Count Brophy and Brown among those who are staunchly opposed to all the efforts put forth by Democrats Tuesday. “None of these ideas that (Democrats) were talking about today will make anybody safer,” Brophy said. Brown said that he intends to pound the proverbial pavement in opposition to Democratic efforts’. “We’re going out in legislators’ districts … and tell gun owners, `This is what (lawmakers) are doing to your rights,’” he said. It’s unknown at this time how many of the bills will end up being supported by the Democratic Party’s leader, Gov. John Hickenlooper, who did not attend the Feb. 5 event. Eric Brown, Hickenlooper’s spokesman, said in an emailed statement: “The governor supports universal background checks and is open to a discussion about magazine limits and other ideas designed to keep guns out of the hands of dangerous people.”

As for Morse’s bill, the governor’s office intends “to carefully study the liability legislation proposed by Sen. Morse and appreciate his effort to put a creative idea on the table.” Hickenlooper was scheduled to meet with the president of the National Rifle Association Feb. 7, in a meeting that was set up prior to the lawmakers’ press conference. Democrats feel the public is on their side in this debate. Certainly, they have the support of at least a few people who lost loved ones in recent gun violence tragedies. One of them is Jane Dougherty, a Denver resident whose sister, Mary Sherlock, a psychologist at Connecticut’s Sandy Hook Elementary School, was gunned down during the mass shooting that occurred there in December. “She lost her life running toward a gunman, armed with an assault weapon, an AR-15,” Dougherty said at the press conference. “Assault weapons are weapons of war. They belong on the battlefield. They have no place in a home. “We must do better,” she continued. “We must make changes. We are here to tell our elected leaders: Enough!”

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vvela@ourcoloradonews.com The president of the National Rifle Association on Feb. 7 said it would be “foolish” for Colorado state lawmakers to push for legislation aimed at making assault-weapons manufacturers, sellers and owners liable for crimes that are committed with those firearms. But the legislator who is pushing for that kind of law, Senate President John Morse, D-Colorado Springs, said he still plans on crafting a type of bill aimed at holding those associated with “killing machines” responsible for the damage they are capable of inflicting. Morse was one of a handful of top local lawmakers whom NRA President David Keene met with during his Feb. 7 visit to Colorado. Keene’s Colorado trip came two days after Democratic legislators unveiled eight gun-control bills aimed at curbing firearms-related violence. Four of those bills were introduced in the House of Representatives the day of Keene’s visit. Keene, speaking with reporters in the Capitol following his meeting with Morse, said he told Democratic lawmakers that he intended on finding common ground on issues such as gun background checks and making sure guns don’t get in the hands of criminals or those with mental health issues. But Keene made it clear that he would not support any effort to hold gun makers and sellers liable for damages caused by assault weapons, saying that federal law shields those groups from any civil liability.

Keene said that any attempt at that type of legislation would be nothing more than a “feel-good” measure. “You cannot sue them because someone uses their perfectly legal product and misuses it,” Keene said. Keene also told Colorado Community Media in a private conversation that the NRA is not concerned about the politics of the gun debate, in spite of some polling evidence that shows the public supporting at least some types of gun-control efforts, in the wake of recent mass shootings around the country. “We are not going to compromise the Second Amendment rights of our citizens to do things that don’t work,” he said. Morse, who announced his plans to pursue the Assault Weapon Responsibility Act during a Democratic-led press conference at the Capitol Feb. 5, said he is still working on how his legislation will be crafted. The former police officer said he is aware of federal laws that protect the gun industry from liability and that, if it turns out he cannot target makers and sellers of military-type assault weapons, he could envision legislation intended to at least hold owners and possessors of assault weapons liable. Morse lamented the “amazing protection that the gun makers get,” but said he does hope the NRA is serious about finding common ground. “I don’t know if at the end of the day they are going to support any (part of the Democratic gun package), but I know the people of Colorado support all of it.” Keene also met with Gov. John Hickenlooper, who supports some Democratic gun control efforts, but has not yet endorsed Morse’s proposal. Hickenlooper did not address the media, but his office issued a statement after his meeting with Keene, saying that, “While we might not agree on a number of things, there will certainly be places where we can find common ground.”

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On C-470, toll lanes best way to go The group tasked with devising a plan to improve C-470 made the right call last week when it decided to pursue the construction of new lanes that would come with a toll. It’s not a solution everyone will embrace, but when looking at how to arrive at a more-motorist-friendly highway, the truth is, there is no perfect path. It’s going to take money. It’s going to take time. And while the work is being done, it’s going to be inconvenient. So why do anything? Clearly, the Denver metro area is growing and much of that growth is taking place near C-470, which snakes from I-25 to I-70. The population along the 27-mile corridor is expected, by some estimates, to swell by more than 30 percent over the next 20 years. Already, some stretches of the highway see more than 100,000 vehicles a day. During morning and afternoon rush hours, the road is plenty congested now. Throw in thousands of extra vehicles per day, and the future of the road as a preferred, or even viable, route doesn’t look bright. That’s not acceptable for a corridor that includes areas like northern Douglas County,

OUR VIEW which is quickly becoming a magnet for businesses to open and relocate. So when the C-470 Corridor Coalition took up the task of brainstorming improvements in 2011, it was an important step. The coalition’s decision-making committee is made up of representatives from Littleton, Centennial, Lone Tree, Highlands Ranch and from Douglas, Arapahoe and Jefferson counties. The group’s focus, for now, is on the 13mile stretch from I-25 to Kipling, identified as the swath most in need of immediate assistance. After months of doing research, reaching out to communities and polling residents, the coalition was left with three logical choices: toll only new lanes, toll all lanes or try to raise taxes (sales or property). To be sure, the Feb. 7 decision to move forward on the plan for a minimum of one

new express toll lane in each direction was neither hasty, nor uninformed. Tolling all lanes was the least-popular option in public polling and was rightfully dismissed. An all-toll highway might have backfired by keeping too many motorists away and costing municipalities more headache, gridlock and construction costs through the wearing down of local arterial roads. A property-tax increase surely would have been voted down, but there was some support in citizen polls for a sales-tax hike. We agree, however, with local officials who said such a measure could be unfair to communities located in the new taxing district. “I think we see it as a competitive issue having a retail tax here that we (wouldn’t) have in other locations, just outside the boundary,” said Lone Tree Mayor Jim Gunning, whose city is home to the popular Park Meadows mall. Imposing a toll only on new lanes makes the most sense, and as it would not require an election like the taxing options, would be the quickest to implement. It’s also the most fair: It would be a motorist’s

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Will no mail on Saturday impact you? We went to several locations in Englewood and Littleton to hear how people felt about

“Honestly, if it helps the government save some money, I guess I’m for it. We do get checks and other items in the mail on Saturday and I mail out items on Saturday but, if it helps the government, it’s fine with me.” — Brian Hart, south Denver “I think any way the Postal Service can avoid bankruptcy should be considered. Stopping Saturday delivery won’t have a big impact on me personally because getting mail five days a week is fine.” — Jude Thomas, Littleton

the U.S. Postal Service’s decision to cease Saturday mail delivery starting in August.

“I haven’t given it a lot of thought but I think it is a shame they’ll stop Saturday delivery. Right now, Saturday delivery has slowed down. But that governmental agency needs to do something to save money because a lot of money is being wasted.” — Keith Carson, Englewood “I’m not sure how I feel about the decision. It won’t have a big impact on me personally. I don’t get a lot of mail on Saturday but I will miss it when it doesn’t come.” — Maria Powell, Englewood

decision to use the new lanes and thus pay the fee. We venture to guess many would pony up to zip along at a quicker, less-encumbered pace. As mentioned, the plan, which carries a tentative price tag between $230 million and $350 million, isn’t perfect. The coalition acknowledges there may be a need to find additional funding sources if revenue from the toll lanes doesn’t fully pay for the project. It’s not an insignificant risk, but it is one worth taking, given the potential reward. The group plans to take some time to refine the conceptual design and cost estimates and there are environmental, traffic and revenue studies that must be done before anything is final. Even if everything goes as planned, it could be up to two years before construction begins. And that doesn’t cover the second-phase, from Kipling to I-70, which a different set of officials will get to work on shortly. So while we’re not there yet, at least we’re not stuck in rush-hour traffic, wishing for a magical way out.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Council majority failed to serve citizens

At the city council meeting of Feb. 5, the final request for rezoning on The Residences at Nevada Place Phase II by Camelback Development was passed with a vote of 3 to 4. Camelback Development will now be able to construct 71 one-bedroom rental apartments in lieu of the originally planned 37 one- and two-bedroom condominiums. I attended that meeting and was appalled at the final result. While some 25 letters supporting the rezoning were provided to council, some 251 citizens spoke, wrote letters or signed letters opposing it. I do not understand how the council could possibly think this zoning change is in the best interest of our city with the

overwhelming evidence of citizens against the change. In a recent election for city council, one of the candidates ran on the premise that the then-seated council had lost touch with the desires of the Littleton citizens and this candidate wanted to turn that around. It appears that those concerns are still valid. I would, however, like to offer a huge thank-you to the three members of council that heard what the citizens of Littleton wanted and acted accordingly. Councilwoman Cole, Councilmen Valdez and Beckman, you truly do serve the people. Gwendolyn L. Moore Littleton

Being down can lead to looking up One of the most popular activities I get to do with my team at work or with groups that I am involved with happens on Fridays. I typically send an encouraging email filled with positive updates, recognition of achievement, and gratitude for the effort put forth by everyone. And then I ask for feedback, I ask for the best news of the week or most positive or productive good news that they can share. Everyone responds and shares a moment or experience that truly made the week positive. The interesting thing is this: People may have been having a very tough week but they always find something positive to share. Life may have presented some significant challenges personally and/or professionally, but somehow they dig in and look for something good to share with the team or group. So now imagine your own life right now, and imagine for a moment it is Friday and I have asked you for the best news of the week. What would your answer be? Now I have done this for several years and with many people. The majority of people can come up with something meaningful and positive in a fairly short amount of time. But those who are having a tough week and wrestling with the question find themselves going deeper, yet they still find something positive to share with everyone. And I have to share with you that the responses that come from someone who has been struggling are usually more positive than the replies that come from people who have been having a relatively good week. Here is something else I have noticed. People now expect the question, and so all week long they are already looking for

the good, searching for the positive, and storing up successful stories and events that they can share with the team or group. Please don’t gloss over this, think about it for a minute. When individuals know that they will be asked for the best news of the week, they actually start preparing and looking for the good. This is powerful and I would encourage you to try it at work, in a group you may belong to, or even with your family. Don’t just try it once or twice, commit to it for a couple of months, each and every week. I would love to hear the outcome and how those around you start to embrace the positive, seek success, and champion productivity. What I am talking about is setting an expectation of positive and success-oriented behavior. And when you make it a habit of inspecting what you expect in asking for the best news of the week, you will truly be amazed at the elevation in attitudes, success, and production. I would really love to know what your best news of the week is. Together, let’s make this a better-than-good week. Michael Norton, a resident of Highlands Ranch, is the former president of the Zig Ziglar organization and CEO and founder of www.candogo.com. He can be reached at gotonorton@gmail.com

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City-owned land just right for parking lot Perhaps you noticed that the Jefferson County commissioners gave permission for a $2.3 million pedestrian bridge from Golden Ridge across West Sixth Avenue to the RTD light-rail station next to the Jeffco Administration and Courts Building. The goal is to have the bridge in place by the time light-rail service begins this spring. The bridge would be paid for mostly by the federal government, which has allotted $1.2 million in Transportation Enhancement funds for the steel span. RTD and Golden have budgeted $750,000 and $300,000 respectively. The city would own and maintain the bridge. Amazing, Golden has yet to have light rail and it is ready to provide pedestrian and bike access across Sixth Avenue, while Littleton has had light rail for thirteen years and does nothing for the Littleton citizens. Littleton citizens now have to park one to two blocks north of Littleton Boulevard on Rio Grande and walk in the rain and snow, wait and try to get across busy Littleton Boulevard (traffic doesn’t stop for them), plow their way across one-acre Bega Park, wait and try to get across busy Alamo Avenue (traffic doesn’t stop for them), and then still have a long walk to the rail station. So, I would again suggest that we revisit city-owned land for light rail parking. That city-owned land south of the “old sheriff’s building” at Bemis and Littleton Boulevard has been empty for years and only grows weeds, and is only good for light rail parking. It

is time to put an end to downtown parking problems, and Littleton could do that right now by making this land a parking lot. There is room for a driveway entrance on the south side of Littleton Boulevard immediately west of the “old sheriff’s building” just as you come east off the railroad depression bridge — only one block from the light rail station. This entrance would be to the right and at the very place where we have a left turn to go to the courthouse. The sidewalk is already there to cross the bridge, our beautiful streetlights are on both sides of the bridge and with all the lights around the station, it is a nice and safe one-block walk. There is even a high fence across the depression bridge to keep citizens safe, and it should be a very enjoyable walk to see the light rail and trains as they move in and out. A bridge would be nice but we don’t need it yet. It’s nice to know that there are grants available when we are ready for the bridge. This would not only facilitate access to the station but would also link Sterne Park to the Platte River Greenway. And we would still provide adequate separation of pedestrian and bicycle trails from the automobile traffic — as speci-

fied in the Sterne Park Neighborhood COMPLAN. Thus, I see a parking solution with very little cost. We own the land. No demolition needed. Close to light rail. No crossing of Littleton Boulevard. No sidewalk needed. Minimal impact on downtown and neighborhood. A direct sight line to the station, highly visible and easy access. A second entrance could be added on Bemis Street, such as the Bemis entrance to the sheriff’s department. I was told that this area was subject to flooding, but the sheriff’s department parked 50 to 70 cars behind their building for many years with no problem with flooding, and I have emails and letters from staff and city management that state “the technical issues on the site (traffic access, flood-proofing, etc.) appear to be manageable.” And, that was when they were planning multifamily use. It’s nice for the city to purchase new property and build new trails with the taxpayers’ money, and the people in Highland Ranch and Denver really enjoy them if you don’t get in their way as they race down the trails. You can get cussed out if you walk in what they think is their bike trails. Now city council can do something for Littleton citizens and at no cost. It’s time to end the downtown parking problems.

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June 23, 1940 ~ February 7, 2013 Peter A. Gunesch, 72, was (Lyle) of Montrose, CO.; born June 23, 1940 to Wil- nephews Eric, Kevin (Emily), liam E. and Ruth H. (Leon- Justin and Jeremy Gunesch ard) Gunesch in Denver, of the Denver area; nephew Colorado. Pete attended Kirk Johnston (Jennifer) of school in Wheat Ridge and LaSalle, CO and niece MariLittleton Colorado, gradu- ann Johnston of Santa Fe, ating from Littleton High NM. Also great nieces Emma School in 1958. He attended and Tessa Johnston , Chloe Colorado State University Gunesch and Allison Stone; from 1958 – 1961. and great nephew Cartier Pete worked at Park Floral Gunesch. Company Greenhouses, Red Pete was preceded in Bird Farms, American Cole- death by his parents and man and Crestwood Res- younger brother Michael L. taurant in the Englewood/ Gunesch. Littleton area until his retireContributions in Pete’s ment in 2003. memory can be made to DelIn 2005 Pete moved into ta House, 233 Main St., Delta, the Delta House Assisted CO 81416; Delta SeventhLiving Facility in Delta, CO Day Adventist Church, PO and remained there until his Box 91, Delta, CO 81416 and death of natural causes on The A. M. Binkley Memorial February 7, 2013. Scholarship, College of AgriPete will be remembered cultural Sciences, Colorado for his work ethic, his shy State University Foundation, smile, his dry humor and P.O. Box 1870, Ft. Collins, CO his eccentric attire. He was 80522. an active member of the A funeral service will be Delta Seventh-Day Adventist held at the Delta SeventhChurch. Day Adventist Church, 762 He is survived by his sister Meeker Street, at 2 PM on Jo Ann (Jo) Johnston Clugg Sunday, February 17.

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My comb and I parted company I don’t own a comb. I stopped combing my hair about 20 years ago. What a relief. I never have to worry about my part. I’d like to see more men without parts. You all look like high school math teachers. I know some high school math teachers who have stopped parting their hair, because they didn’t want to look like high school math teachers. Most of the men I see with parted hair are over 40. My father was parting his wisps until he was in his mid-80s when I told him to stop. He had about 19 hairs at that time, and I think he thought they all were working overtime to give him a head of hair. He used a blow dryer. He put some spray on his hair to keep it down. It looked like hell. He was determined to exit with a head of hair, but a total of 19 doesn’t qualify. I told him, I asked him, please stop. He did, and got his first short haircut since the 1920s. There comes a point when we no longer update our look. I see men, and women, in stores who look like 1978. And that’s frightening. As I have said before, the 1970s were the low point of the 20th century in just about everything. Fashion. Styles. Accessories. Even fonts. We loved our serif fonts back then. The 1980s were almost as bad. You paid extra for almond-colored appliances. I had a friend with olive, shag carpeting. It gave me a head-

ache. Men wore necklaces. Men wore chains. Men wore bracelets. Women wore shoulder pads. Women wore leg warmers. I’d see people with giant, upsidedown eyeglasses. I had hair over my ears, and every morning I parted it. I can’t remember if my part was on the left or on the right. But it bothered me if the track of my part went off line. I had a comb in my pocket. I checked myself in the mirror. One day I went to see Alfred at the Hair-Porte and asked him to cut it down. On the way to my car I tossed away my comb. I got a few stares at work, and that was about it. I donated my brown (brown!) hair dryer. Then I shaved off my mustache. With long, parted hair and a mustache I looked like an almond-colored appliances salesman. I still see men who look like a 1978 me. It’s not easy to change. We get a look that we like, that our friends and relatives get used to, and we stick with it. My mother was still getting her

hair “done” into her 60s, and then we had a talk. She changed her hairstyle. There was less maintenance, and she thanked me. She never got another permanent. I guess people get very involved with their hair. I guess it makes a statement. I would rather know people who make statements, not hair that makes statements. Sooner or later you, not the hair, has to talk. A cool haircut doesn’t make up for an empty pool of thoughts. I had a girlfriend who had mood hair. Most of the time she was somewhere between simply Martha and Sylvia Plath. She was either OK Martha with natural brown hair or not-OK Sylvia with magenta hair. It was dipped, tipped, crooked, or chopped. I picked her up after a hair appointment and she was in tears. Her hair wasn’t making the statement she wanted it to make. She had me pull over and she went to a stranger’s lawn, and stuck her head in a sprinkler. I guess that helped. When I was much younger, hair was a big deal. “Give me a head with hair.” Now I would much rather have a friend with a full head of ideas and words and humor. Next: Why comb-overs scare children. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net

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Democrats propose child-welfare reforms Training, reporting plan aims to end abuse in Colorado By Vic Vela

vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Gov. John Hickenlooper and other Democratic state leaders on Feb. 6 announced a series of reforms to the state’s child welfare system, which are in part aimed at preventing child abuse before it happens. The proposals include the setup of a

statewide child abuse reporting hotline, more training for child welfare caseworkers, and other efforts designed to protect children. “We want to make sure we keep our kids healthy and safe, and make sure we stabilize families,” Hickenlooper said at a Capitol press conference. The reforms, which have been dubbed “Keeping Kids Safe and Families Healthy 2.0,” is a follow-up effort to changes to the child welfare system that Hickenlooper announced about a year ago. The hotline streamlines the current reporting system, one where all 64 Colorado counties have their own child abuse hot-

lines. Hotline workers, along with child caseworkers, also will receive more training to help them investigate abuse cases. The plan also allows families involved in child welfare referrals, ones that may not rise to the level of abuse or neglect cases, to receive services and support aimed at preventing abuse. The govenor’s plan also calls for greater transparency, through the development of a website where the public can keep tabs on efforts taking place inside the child welfare system. And the plan calls for modern technology, such as the use of smart phones and

tablets to help caseworkers with their workloads. Hickenlooper will seek funding for his proposals by asking the Legislature to set aside $22 million in next year’s budget. The governor also said that Colorado will receive $8 million in federal funds in each of the next five years, which will also go toward funding reforms. The governor was joined at the press conference by legislators who will be involved in drafting the bills. “We may not be able to prevent every child death by abuse, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try,” said state Sen. Jeanne Nicholson, D-Black Hawk.

Littleton councilor calls for multiple toll lanes C-470: Coalition to meet March 7 By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@ourcoloradonews.com Littleton City Councilor Jim Taylor, a member of the C-470 Corridor Coalition Steering Committee that voted unanimously to toll any new lanes on a 13-mile stretch of the highway, sent a memo to his fellow councilors calling for two toll lanes in each direction. “In my personal opinion, adding two toll lanes in each direction now, rather than wait 15 years for the second lane, would be more cost-effective and cause less traffic disruption for those traveling on the highway,” he wrote. “Two high-speed lanes in each direction would go a long way in relieving the disruption that would be caused as a motorist maneuvers to merge into nontoll traffic in order to exit the highway.” However, he expects the C-470 Corridor Coalition as a whole to support adding just one lane in each direction. For the last several months, the coalition has been studying the feasibility of tolling versus taxing in order to relieve congestion on the highway. Survey results indicate public opinion is evenly divided among favoring tolls, prop-

erty tax increases and sales tax increases, but it didn’t look likely that any tax increase would survive a vote of the people as required under state law. “A number of respondents wanted either state or federal agencies to pay for the improvements, but representatives of both attend the meetings and have indicated that funding any improvements to the roadway, without some sort of state or federal tax increase, would not occur for more than 20 years,” writes Taylor. “With the metro-area population projected to grow by 1.4 million people in the next 20 years, doing nothing is not an option. Also, current CDOT policy suggests that all future capacity improvements will need to include some type of tolled express lanes.” Littleton councilors unanimously agreed to authorize Taylor to support the tolling option, known as “Option A.” But the vote just narrowly passed the Highlands Ranch Metro District Board of Directors, 4-3, with some worried that not enough money would be raised through tolls to pay for the cost of construction. Littleton and Highlands Ranch are two of seven entities that make up the coalition’s steering committee.

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firm CRL Associates, in reference to a recent survey done by Hill Research Consultants. “What’s interesting is when you start to go head to head and weigh each potential funding option separately.” The public opinion poll, which was sent out near the end of 2012 to a random sampling of citizens in areas of impact in Douglas, Arapahoe and Jefferson counties, made two things clear — citizens were not in favor of property tax or tolling all lanes. “Our citizens have been very clear that in no way will they support a toll on the existing lanes,” said Douglas County Commissioner Jack Hilbert, chair of the C-470 coalition, before adding that “property tax is a four-letter word in Douglas County.” When it came to the possibility of raising sales tax, steering committee members were not shy about voicing their concerns. There was also a consensus that there was not enough support to pass a sales tax once a district was drawn. “It becomes very difficult to say `let’s tax this group of people and not others,’” said Lone Tree Mayor Jim Gunning. “Lone Tree is really a retail hub. Many people come to shop there. I think we see it as a competitive issue having a retail tax here that we (wouldn’t) have in other locations, just outside the boundary.” Another issue with sales tax, Hilbert said, is that it would take an additional two to three years to get the expansion started, something that could happen in early 2014. “There are still questions that have to be answered, issues that need to be discussed,” Hilbert said. “The next question is one or two lanes (in each direction) and that has not been finalized yet. But I think

C-470 CORRIDOR COALITION STEERING COMMITTEE Jack Hilbert, Chair, Douglas County Commissioner Nancy Sharpe, Arapahoe County Commissioner Don Rosier, Jefferson County Commissioner Jim Gunning, Lone Tree Mayor Cathy Noon, Centennial Mayor Jim Taylor, Littleton City Councilman Allen Dreher, Highlands Ranch Metro District Board Member it’s good that we can begin to move forward now.” The difference in cost is estimated to be $230 million for one lane in each direction and $350 million for two lanes. The fees for express lanes are expected to cost somewhere between 30 and 40 cents per mile. Hilbert made it clear that once all the analysis is done, any of the steering committee members may withdraw their support if the analysis does not support their decision. One of the concerns, as voiced recently by Highlands Ranch Metro District Board Member Nancy Smith, has been who would be responsible for paying for project if the tolls collected do not cover construction costs. Whether CDOT would help with those costs or not is unknown at this time, but CDOT Commissioner Edward Peterson suggested that he was hopeful the department would able to “provide substantial amounts of assistance” toward the project. The coalition will meet next at 10 a.m. March 7 at the Highlands Ranch Mansion, 9900 Ranch Road, to discuss the timeline for the process and begin making plans for an environmental study.

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units total in both buildings, and 144 parking spaces. Councilors Bruce Beckman, Peggy Cole and Jerry Valdes voted against the rezone. Beckman and Valdes had voted in favor of the plan on first reading. “We must conserve the financial stability of Littleton, and the desired lifestyle we want today and in the future,” Valdes said before voting. Residents opposed to the plan raised common themes: parking, density, setting a dangerous precedent, property rights and neighborhood character. “Renters are not equivalent to homeowners in a community,” said Amy Reed, owner of The Melting Pot, citing concerns about crime and residents’ financial and civic investment. “I don’t think that’s based in fact,” replied Charles Jordy. “I think it’s kind of a scare tactic. … It’s a path that’s chosen by many people at many points in their life.” Jessica Alizadeh, spokesperson for Camelback Development, said their renters are generally better educated and three times as wealthy as the neighborhood’s average. “Our success is based on quality and the quality of life we offer,” said Jonathan Miller of Camelback, noting the one-bedroom units will rent for between $1,400 and $1,600 a month. “I think people are willing to pay for quality.” Those in favor of the plan said more people are good for the city’s economy. “You don’t get the grocery store until you have the density of population that’s going to support the grocery store,” said Councilor Jim Taylor. At least one neighbor agrees. Paul Ol-

son said he was originally opposed to the project but changed his mind after learning more. “My family and I moved to this neighborhood because it has an urban aspect to it and is more dense and mixed-use then a subdivision or suburb,” he wrote in a letter to council. “I think it is more important to have a vibrant and economically sound downtown than to have unlimited parking.” In an effort to ease fears about parking, Glen Van Nimwegen, the city’s director of community development, placed a requirement on the developer to pay up to $7,500 to study conditions before and after the project is built. If the number of cars parking on the streets goes up by 30 cars or more, permits will be required to park in the neighborhood. Many thought that was closing the barn door after the horses had already escaped. City staff and the developer noted the project’s proximity to light rail, saying many tenants choose not to have cars. “To suggest most residents will have no cars is almost as silly as saying most residents will have multiple cars,” said Dave Metcalf, speaking as a private citizen and not in his capacity as a member of the planning board that recently rejected the rezone. Proponents charged opponents with being stuck in the past. “There will always be a dynamic tension between those who nostalgically wish things to remain the same as they were in 1860 and progressives yearning to create new opportunities,” Richard and Michele Steckel wrote in a letter to council. “We hope the Littleton City Council will respect the sincerity of the former but vote with the latter.”

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Congressional Medal of Honor winner George Sakato, left, talks with founder Rick Candall about the Feb. 2 groundbreaking ceremonies for the Colorado Freedom Memorial. The memorial will honor all Coloradans who died in battle since 1876. Photos by Tom Munds

Highlands Ranch resident Rick Rokosz uses the entrenching tool the Army issued him to take part in the groundbreaking for the Colorado Freedom Memorial. He was among about 200 who attended the Feb. 2 event.

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He said he and his wife put American flags on the graves of 88 Coloradans buried at Omaha Beach and he decided he wanted to do something to honor them and all Coloradans who died for their country. “The idea was to create a memorial to honor the sacrifice of the men and women who fought and lost their lives for our country,” Crandall said at the groundbreaking. “It pays tribute to those who died, but also remembers the sacrifice and pain the families suffered at the loss of a loved one.” He said the design by Christopher Kenton will be a glass wall about 12 feet tall and 80 yards wide. There will be panels for each war and the ragged top of the wall panels will represent the Rocky Mountains. Crandall and his army of supporters raised about $700,000 for the memorial. The location is just a dirt

Twelve years of research, planning and fundraising culminated Feb. 2 when groundbreaking ceremonies were held for the Colorado Freedom Memorial. The unique memorial, being built in Aurora near Buckley Air Force Base, will be a tribute to about 6,000 men and women from Colorado who have died in defense of our country since statehood was established in 1876. The idea was born 12 years ago after Rick Crandall did a live broadcast for radio station KEZW from o thethe Omaha Beach American ningCemetery in Normandy, France. eighct to hen a a letrtant ound ing.”THROUGH FEB. 15 parkVOLUNTEERS NEEDED. The next volunteer training irecsession for Gateway Battered Women’s Services is ed a scheduled for February. Gateway is seeking dedicated up to men and women to volunteer for the many programs at after the agency. Gateway offers at 26-hour training course cars that provides an overview of battering dynamics and rs or casual factors related to domestic violence. Volunteers n the are prepared to assist Gateway staff members in such areas as crisis management, children’s services, legal barn advocacy, community education and other shelter ped. services. Gateway provides services to women, children d the and family pets who are victims of domestic violence many and who live in Aurora and Arapahoe County. Bilingual skills are greatly needed. For an application, or more ve no information, call Jeneen Klippel at 303-343-1856 or resiemail jkworden@gatewayshelter.com. Dave andTHROUGH MID-MARCH planCREATIVE WRITING contest. The 47th annual chile redren’s creative writing contest, sponsored by the Friends of the Littleton Library and Museum, is now under way. h beForms are available at the Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., and at all schools in the Littleton Public Schools tenboundaries. Children in grades 1-8 may submit an origiwish nal poem, essay or short story. The deadline for submitre in ting the original work and the entry form is mid-March reate (the specific date is on the entry form). Applicants must chele live in or attend any Littleton district school. “We spectFEB. 15, 22; MARCH 1, 8, 15 h the TAX HELP. Arapahoe Community College will once again serve as a location for the Tax Help Colorado

construction site now, but plans are to have the project completed in time to dedicate it on May 26. Littleton residents Orville and Norma Kern attended the ceremonies. “We know Rick and his wife and we have followed and contributed to the fundraising effort,” Orville said. “As a veteran who was a medic in the Korean War era, I believe the memorial is a fitting tribute to those residents of our state who didn’t come home from war.” Vietnam veteran Robert Peposa said he came to support his sister Renie Peterson, an Aurora City Council member, and because he felt the memorial is a wonderful way to honor veterans who died in service to their country. “This is a way to make sure their sacrifice is never forgotten,” he said. “It’s also great it is here near Buckley so there will be flyovers in

‘I believe the memorial is a fitting tribute to those residents of our state who didn’t come home from war.’ Orville Kern their honor all the time.” During the ceremonies there was time to honor George Sakato, who received the Medal of Honor for his service with the 442nd Regimental Combat Team in World War II. “This memorial honors those whose names will be on the walls,” he said. “It also is a special way to honor what all the men and women in military service have done for our country.” More than 200 people at the groundbreaking were invited to grab a shovel and join in. Lanny Harding took

THINGS TO DO program. Colorado families with an annual household income of less than $50,000 can have their tax returns prepared and e-filed by IRS-certified ACC student. Tax help is offered from noon to 3 p.m. Fridays through March 15 in Room A1540, in the first floor of the Annex Building, at 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Visit www. piton.org or call 2-1-1 for information about the Tax Help program.

FEB. 16 BIRD COUNT. The Audubon Center at Chatfield

presents the Great Backyard bird count from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 16 at 9308 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Littleton. Come learn how to identify birds, use binoculars and turn your backyard into a bird sanctuary. Find out what birds eat and how to feed them. Come join us on a bird hike and help us count the birds at our feeders so you can do the same at your home. Bring your kids and help them make their own binoculars and participate in a nature scavenger hunt. Learn the best ways to attract more birds to your yard. Registration is not required. Donations to ASGD appreciated.

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host the 2013 FirstBank Community Leaders Forum from 7:30-9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 22, in the Dining Hall (Room M1900) at the Littleton campus. Registration begins at 7 a.m. This is a free event for the south metro Denver community and seating is limited. A light breakfast will be served. RSVP in advance to Marilyn Manning at marilyn@manningbizsolutions.com. Featured speakers are Littleton Mayor Debbie Brinkman, Lone Tree Mayor

a turn at the shovel and tossed some dirt around. “I came today because I served in Iraq and there will be the names of a couple guys on that wall that I knew,” the Englewood man said. “I appreciate all that has been done to create this memorial because I

feel there needs to be something to honor Coloradans who didn’t come home and make sure what they did is never forgotten.” There were about a dozen shovels provided for those who wanted to take part in the groundbreaking, but Rick Rokosz brought the entrenching tool he was issued by the Army when he was in Vietnam. “I wanted to be part of this ceremony today,” he said. “A lot of people have worked long and hard to make this dream a reality. I am proud to be part of today’s ceremony, the first step in creating this very special memorial.”

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FEB. 26 BLOOD DRIVE. Columbine Library community blood drive is from 12:30-6 p.m. Feb. 16 inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 7706 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org. APRIL 15 ENROLL IN 4-H. Arapahoe County 4-H is welcoming new youth (ages 5-18) members and adult volunteers to join one of 13 local clubs or to start a new club. Your child can explore their interests in more than 60 4-H general, home economics and animal project areas. Contact the Arapahoe County CSU Extension Office at 303-730-1920 or visit www.arapahoeextension.org. MONTHLY LOCAL ARTISTS. South Suburban Parks and Recreation’s Buck, Goodson and Lone Tree recreation centers feature temporary art exhibitions by local artists. Visit www.sspr.org or contact Vickie Willis at 303-483-7072 for more information. EDITOR’S NOTE: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send information to calendar@ourcoloradonews.com, attn: Littleton Independent. No attachments. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.

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ith Valentine’s Day here, it’s appropriate to reflect on some of the many great loves throughout the ages. Cleopatra and Mark Antony; Romeo and Juliet; Scarlett and Rhett – each following their hearts against the odds. Now, add to that list five endearing Centennial couples that, collectively, have been married for more than 280 years. Challenging the odds, as well as statistics indicating more than one in three marriages end in divorce, these Holly Creek Retirement Community residents offer some practical and humorous advice for keeping it together for so many years.

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Bill and Marily Keebler will celebrate 61 years together on June 7. The couple credits their strong faith, a lot of “stick-toit-iveness” and “knowing when to pick a fight and when to let things simmer.”

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Centennial residents Jack and Jana Vente have been married for more than 60 years. The couple immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands in 1952, eventually making the United States their home. They say one of the secrets to an enduring relationship is good cooking and to never take an argument too seriously.

Tom’s Urban 24 takes it up a notch When Tom’s Urban 24, the 24-hour diner-ish eatery at 15th and Larimer, expands into other cities, chief concept officer Tom Ryan said the plan is to keep roughly 70 percent of the Denver menu, but reserve the other 30 percent to include local fare. Immediate growth plans include two more Tom’s restaurants with one likely to be in California, said Stacie Lange, executive vice president of public relations for Consumer Capital Partners, parent company of Tom’s Urban 24 and the giant Smashburger chain. Ryan and Lange invited Pat “Gabby Gourmet” Miller and I to a lunch tasting last week to sample dishes from the “Winter Menu” that recently debuted. We nibbled on 14 new delightful dishes that, frankly, have much improved the cuisine quality over my first experience at the restaurant right before it opened roughly 90 days ago. “The old 90-day rule is really true,” Ryan said about what he asserts is the typical amount of time it takes a restaurant to work out the kinks. “It’s like rewiring your house with the electricity on.” New menu items include pot pies with filet mignon or truffled lobster and shrimp; Stranahan’s whiskey barbecued ribs; open-faced Angus meatloaf platter; Urban super pho with egg, shrimp, chicken and duck confit; fried brussels sprouts with Asian vinaigrette; Tuscan kale and romaine chicken Caesar, and fried “Chickenlooper” with sweet corn pancakes served with syrup and butter. Some of the new dishes are on the dinner menu only, available from 4 to 10 p.m. daily. Others appear on the breakfast, lunch and late-night menu from 10 p.m. to 4 p.m. Egg dishes have been added to the dinner menu because of customer demand. In addition to expanding the Tom’s brand, Ryan said Consumer Capital Partners plans to reopen Tossa, the pizza and pasta place in Boulder that the company closed in December, somewhere in the Denver region, but wouldn’t specify. He said the concept needed to be refined.

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Ben and Betsy Casillas joke they are in an “arranged” marriage. An apartment complex maintenance man played matchmaker with the two, eventually setting them on course for a marriage that has lasted 36 years to date. They say their secret is not to rush into a relationship and to always give each other space. “Being joined at the hip” is not always a good thing.

Married for 64 “very happy years,” Fred and Beverly Rein have weathered many storms and agree that good communication is the key to a lasting relationship. The Colorado natives said that was a hard lesson they learned in 1980 when Fred accidentally directed Beverly’s snowmobile over a cliff.

If you ask Tom Lindblom how long he’s been married to his lovely bride Alice, he’s quick to quip “about 400 years.” And if you ask Alice why they have stayed together so long, she points to her “good disposition.” Married for 63 years, both agree the best bet for keeping it together so long is hands-down, “a king-sized bed.”

The Zonta Club of Douglas County recently marked its 10th anniversary with a luncheon at La Dolce Vita Restaurant in Castle Pines that was attended by club members as well as special guests, including Zonta district governor Sheila Davis and former district governor Mary Benoit. Zonta Club of Douglas County is part of Zonta International, a global organization of executives and professionals working together to advance the status of women worldwide. During the past 10 years, the Zonta Club of Douglas County has donated more than $60,000 to local charities, and gave more than $10,000 in scholarships to local high school seniors. Members donated more than 900 hours of time to local nonprofits last year alone. Trivia Night, the club’s major fundraiser, takes place April 20 at Kirk Hall at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock. Registration is open for teams and individuals who want to compete. More information: www.zontadistrict12.org/douglas or by contacting vice president Rhonda Bolich-Lampo at rhonda@thewealthypeople.com or at 720-344-2153. Parker continues on Page 11

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Arvada awash in Colorado art Entries flood center for exhibit through March

Art of the State related programs

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sellingboe@ourcoloradonews. com When the Arvada Center’s curator, Collin Parson, put out a call to all interested Colorado artists for the first Art of the State show, he received 1,635 entries from 588 entrants — in all media. Even though he has 10,000 square feet of gallery space, in three parts, to work with (upstairs and on the first level), jurying them presented a challenge. Parson and Dean Sobel, director of the Clyfford Still Museum, finally managed to select 191 works by 160 emerging and established artists — still a very large number of works to try to view at one time. The exhibit runs until March 31. Included are a number of strong, interesting works — many by lesser-known artists. The general flavor is quite contemporary, although there are

Related programs are offered in the form of panel discussions, moderated by Erik Isaac and Michael Keen from the Untitled Arts Show program. • On Feb. 21, there will be a cash bar at 6:30 p.m.; discussion from 7-8:30 p.m.; and a chance to mingle with attending artists until 9 p.m. • On March 9, an afternoon session starts with cash bar at 1:30 p.m.; panel discussion from 2-3:30 p.m.; and a chance to mingle with the artists until 4 p.m. For a list of artists participating in the discussion, visit arvadacenter.org/galleries.

some traditional works. The art shows especially well in the handsome, well-lit, nicely arranged Main Gallery. Fine crafts are strong: There are a number of unusual fiber art creations and ceramics. Sara Ransford’s delicate soda-fired porcelain piece, “Bring on the Rain,” with its subtle colors and tissuethin layers, is particularly appealing and well-crafted, inviting a close look. Of much coarser texture, but also appealing, is Walter Barton’s sculpture, “Ursa Artos,” a lifesized bear, fashioned of wood and bark. One can almost hear it snarl. The Best of Show award was given to Scarlett Kanistanaux

“Ursa Actor,” a life-sized bear sculpted from wood and bark, is by Walter Barton in Art of the State at the Arvada Center. Courtesy photo

“Wounded Warrior” by Marlea Taylor is a mosaic work in Art of the State at the Arvada Center. Courtesy photo for her handsome stoneware sculpture, “Quiet Mind,” a head measuring 48x48x12. Beautifully

crafted, it stands out with its sleek lines, as well as its size. Theater attendees can find this one in the upstairs Theater Gallery at intermission, but in order to get even a halfway good look at this extensive exhibit, one should plan to arrive more than an hour before show time — or make a separate trip another day. Actually, I suspect two trips are needed to really absorb it all. After spending a Saturday af-

IF YOU GO The Arvada Center is at 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. “Art of the State” runs through March 31. The first-floor gallery closes at 7:30 p.m. on performance evenings, and all three galleries are open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays; noon-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is free. 720-898-7200. ternoon roaming, I feel that I missed a lot.

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Give Live

The Grammy-nominated band DeVotchKa will headline Give Live, a benefit concert for the Bonfils Blood Center, beginning at 8 p.m. Feb. 14 at the Paramount Theatre. DeVotchKa, widely known for composing the score to the film “Little Miss Sunshine”, released its seventh album “Live With the Colorado Symphony” in November. “Throughout the Colorado community, Bonfils is most known for collecting blood donations from our generous blood donors,” said Jessica Maitland, vice president of marketing and community operations. “This new benefit concert will give us the platform to share another important way our community can help us save and enhance lives — through financial contributions.” Reserved and VIP tickets available at www.bonfils. org/benefitconcert.cfm.

Dinner, a show and Short

Comedian and actor

Martin Short is the featured entertainer during the third annual Early Bird fundraiser, a benefit for the InnovAge Foundation, a nonprofit that channels community support and funding to enhance the independence and quality of life for seniors. The early-evening event, from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 23 in the Seawell Grand Ballroom in the Denver Center of the Performing Arts, includes cocktails, dinner, auctions, music and Short’s comedy. This is a chance to dress up, dine well, laugh loud and still make it to bed at a reasonable hour. Tickets are $500 for dinner, Short’s performance, a post-event reception and meet-and-greet with the comedian. Tickets for dinner and the show only are $250. And there’s a $100 ticket for the show only with general seating in the back of the ballroom. RSVP by Feb. 15 at www. myinnovage.org.

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Former Denver Post theater critic and my former colleague John Moore will be taking up a new act as director of “Always Patsy Cline,” the delightful musical tribute to the famed country-western star, for Ronni Gallup and Starkey Productions at the PACE Center in Parker in April. “I’m sure the critics will be kind…won’t they?” Moore posted on Facebook. You know what they say about payback, pal. Break a leg! More information at http://www.parkeronline.org/CivicAlerts. aspx?AID=996.

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Pho t n Cle mo bly, Elemethe Decemyear’s pmen in to by ve especi cratic Courtne urcolo ntary -co be Auror t y Kuh Sch r massa a the ally on n- tal radon ater len ool the kin ews.c in Co cre at kil politi g abou — nnect Sandy lings om Ho — areand mu icut. edged cal iss t guns ha ue, But ok . startin ch mo as thes always just “Some g to re in gover been the point pop part a dic nor up to gu ackno ey in ercialof the Ca ns, wl wlothers ndian develop ndelas State to a ment. resia con violen north Street tinues t on Pa opose of Coand Ca ge 18 nally d Jeffer al Creek Th son sou few e comi siden theast Parkyea ng ped tial portioof the Ca rs is an devel by Ter merci ndelas, other opme n s Gr nt ove Greg Mastriona, director of Hyland Hills Parks and Recreation, stands next to a gondola at Water World. Mastriona has retired after 43 years. Photo by Andy Carpenean draw,executive al an oup. ra Causaof includformer acr r the Ve ers es. d op som en spaing res ldhuiz next The new Th uizen ething ce wil identi en said. will e de Candela al, velop fea l a Ca , a manafor Parkwa includ com home ture me y in wes s neighbo pit ge 1,5 m-we ha al. t Arvada rhood and s, 1,000 1,500 nt, on able 00 severa or mosingle ce co . Photo is taking nity, ve five comm held comm fam mplet of sha are by And un erciall millio re hig ily, ifferen offerthat us to tho ity,” y Carpen pe with hou ed, 1, a $2.7 million general obliga- missed by the Hyland Hills n squ he “It de vis t pri se staVeldhuiz ses in vad ’s kind space. ean are r-densit tached ey tion bond issue passed to build family. Board president Don ce Su ion.” a,” feet the low all ndard en sai Veldh of a cit and of ret y units the staina tural have the park. $300,0 Ciancio said he has the highs an d. comm bility ail an flairs mendcomplemuizen y within 00s off d we “The lar The park began with just two est regard for his overall perford sai . pa -powe unity, can be Highwa sharedy tur a cit plan. ous am ent eac d. “T red Veldh ne e see water slides, but grew the fol- mance and commitment to the ommu y 72 and h oth hey’ll y of Ar uizen n thr systemBetween ount ity truCandela sustails on thestreet Ar-Candela int lowing year with the addition of district. He said Mastriona did a ou g in nilig st, he s has parks of opener. There egrate space. s, we thoug nability roofs hts an said, fro ghou s the to traveling with Pam, who re- the wave pool and four slides. superior job for the district and “It tho ’ll meric of ho d tile op h, is space ’s a tre ugh m so- t Co ’s the said. fea open There haveBy, Ashley tired eight years ago. lorad is its nearl en spaReimers firs Next came Surfer’s Cove and will remain a pillar for the Hy500 an, cil “The recits recreature of mes. Th s to sol in ce dents space ’s a sig areimers@ourcoloradonews. sustai ,00 ity,” ar Each o,” he sait of its The break is well-deserved Thunder Bay in 1984, followed land community and a valued nificany 200 acr and the e the rea tio an big can firm 0 be na n trails d bu kind reatio pays comm ges bu bild. es t cau Veldh tion cen cen ed com after years of dedication to not by River Country in 1986. in the resource for the district. nal enjoy the ild unity, t for a fee ofilder wh ing comm of open omes It’s go se we uizen sai ter is ter. asp itm Its e bu ’re co only the Hyland Hills District, state $3,000 o bu “River Country really put WaGoing forward, Mastriona d. “It a $3 mi proximect of views area wh ent ild mo qu may ing to land ys mm ing of ali untai ere at atoLaundro- but the community. lot pe It an alld ou started llio be rea ity the comm itted ’s that ter World on the map because it said he will take with him the ple resiias solfied ren . If the r lot int s in Ca oth to tdo Greg exp n faLE ch LE LEED “w ns an -Mastriona to y His leadership and vision had tube rides and at that time many memories and experipoint ork, din d oth Bomat and ar pa ewable build o the ndela ron ED, or ED go silver sustai ensive uld inun1969. ity.” or recof s me tru ld. the ne certifi nabil , Veldh e an er lochader, graduated college and was have resulted in many facili- all the slides were body slides,” ences he’s made over the years, the other tec ls, geo energ build ntal Leaders ” home st beation Golde ity. d So en ed, major De for n, a the recreation job, ties including Adventure Golf he said. “We then built the first and will remember the great orhnolo therm y system s wit and s wh struc far, ab uizen sai play”looking U.S ing me sign, hip in En ity is an his If h it ere Pam . Gr wife happened to & Raceway, the Greg Mastriona family ride, Raging Colorado, ganization, staff and board he een ets gre certificat ergy an other peo and tion an out 30 d. when home the bu of the gy, they al heat s, such o-Th fee Bu en sta occu d ho get pu d ion selwife into the sits s with ilder ch . coole e recrea ilding ling of the execu- Golf Courses at Hyland Hills, which allowed for people to worked with. But for those who pie nine ho mesrun a reb mps me Envind Ch in are director of the mes tive ate Hyland Hills the Ice Centre at the Prome- interact on the ride. That was need a little reminder of the forpanie arlie Mcd. owne the tru sustai ooses no and d by a tion cenCouncil ards set ans the unde of are na r co Ka by the t to ble alrand Park District. nade — a collaboration with the pretty cool.” velop s, the taina r to use st and the will fea geothe ter wil . mer director, just take a look in ead Recreation n-n build commy with Ch is ava quali rm roo ture l ble to y bu my merci ment used, ftop 15 kil al heat be heate the ilable ties, Since then, the park has the top of his old desk. urc “She told ilt wife that she city of Westminster, the MAC erc Mo impro retrofi ha to the the fee Ranc has al part sn’t sta ial devel hwas drawin re tha vem t their tures, as well to offset owatt pump d and sure her husband would (Mature Adult Center) and of grown to 48 attractions built “I always had a candy drawer been h Co sol as sys of the rted ho mo oper, me Ve g res n jus ents, Ve home and interview,” Mastrio- course, Water World. mint over 67 acres, featuring rides that anyone could grab from, yet give “O The ldhuiz many oth st of thear pane tem idents t sus ldhuiz with mesai anm for som grocery erest fro comm sites ne thi most en sai na said.d“Ide was very fortunate to He said he’s also extremely like Voyage to the Center of the and I made sure and left it full,” taina er sus electr ls on en sai susou ng e oth sto m co unity, the co signifi d. taina a 360 and the is the t to Ca ble d. ici er po res to m bebu int the mright place at the right proud of the many programs “W nv can ble ty can -de view,” natur ndela living there- where is all started.” the district sponsors for chil- Earth, Mastriona’s favorite, and he said. we’ll e’ve be tentia build enien t sus feas tho time. That’s is ce sto al the most recent addition, the he see gree vie taina ugh. McKa continu en at l clients.there, as Mastriona tow Stand w fro said. beau res started his 43- dren in the district. bility ty n it “R Mile High Flyer. e to well y Rang Denver ley La m any eside of the IN THE KNOW feawork for ma as For said. “The best part of the job is “Voyage was built in 1994, ny year Hyland Hills career as a and ke, the home nts ha on it more vis of the e. The yea ve it course assistant superin- seeing the smiles of the kids,” and we still have hour-long for ma golf www.l inf rs an DID YOU KNOW? most natural Pikes PeFlat Iro site. Th nytendent, ivefor ormati ak on ns, do ey defin beau years,”d before becoming the he said. “Knowing that the pro- waits,” Mastriona said. “It’s a wn ward. on ab ty ing Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District executive director in 1972. grams and the facilities are bechara of the the Fro ou five-minute ride, that’s fast and com t Ca was established in 1955, and was the . cteris site is nt ndelaOver the years he had an in- ing used and enjoyed by the features robotics. It’s still right on tics first park and recreation district in Colos, part in growing the dis- kids, that’s pretty neat. You can’t of it.” e tegral on top, even though it is getting rado. The district serves nearly 110,000 trict, as well as becoming the beat that.” a little competition from the residents in a 24-square mile area visionary behind Water World. But before many of these fa- Mile High Flyer.” located in southwest Adams County But as of Jan. 1, he no longer cilities and programs could beMastriona’s work in the field Printed and including areas of Westminster and on

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Guns, marijuana, civil unions like dom Gov.esJohn Hickenlooper gives his State of the eState to a joint lopm of address durin as chair childhood focusing trail. Economic portation projects targeted toward the Denon Penis grandchild ent serves g estic He bill, und and Inter Trade to is parteastbo HB 1170 ton’s tann parents. education onon, early ren and . limit and the economy were among topics Hickenlooper’snatio speech. More coverage, Pages 10-11. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen encoof of taxpa focusing on stew 3 during ver metro’s northern region. , mittee s for definof urage , tannface delays grandnal the mino to the coaliti itely. Peniswas postponed ing Alliance on Jan. “This According rs and expa security yer resources, ardship dustradvanced man the growth Washington highlighted several projects to I-25 ing morni County Business backng of nsion of again for ton is bring in- civil unio will go along financial ufact the from Kipling during y in address the Douglas with law and community during a Jan. 4 legislative breakfast hosted by ing it travelers es the upco deare need Colorado. He uring inare de Frank McNulty rssion. enforceme 11 minut be passe n bill that will with the ming sestrust House Speaker und travele evening. Louisville-based nonprofit 36 Commuting more than nt. port worked in Colorado said jobs outgoing state “This bill d this session,” definitely to He said he is and westbo the and e in hour, es Lawrenc Solutions at the Omni Interlocken Resort. working rush to cal econ ing families that supas 18 minut other impowould take careshe said. larssave Colorado Rep.-elect Polly expected on a bill and the omy. “The Denver-metro regionRep.will the state layed as much the corridor is Holbert, milli of those be deter rtant fami Chrisbe lot over the “I’ll be state h along mining ons of dolleft,Washington ly mem to by Jane Reuter 30 percen greatest city in theFrom West,” said. “I spon Growt pay Photo than a bette that ensu soring bers.” for the session. more r way e kickoff legislation res indiv ization requ really believe that, aand I believe that it can be increase by legislativ one faced and inpat ired hospitalof teleph financial iduals that 20 years. done through the transportation investments ient treat have ng the next with a series on has been adversity ment ones grabbi have Beginning coaliti during s that we’re making in this region.” Lawmakers do to be the in July, the s to citizen aren’t going it means you really Speaker town halls ting three option continues However, he said RTD’s journey to accomaddiany addi so on Page . presen ng House headlines, plish these projects has not been an easy one. 7 leaders: tolling g lanes tive session on,” outgoi re the ones that busy l of the business new legisla g the existin ed contro to pay attenti “They’ In May 2012, the 15-member RTD board the and area tol for the new; and and keepin have regain their ma- Frank McNulty said. highest impact on By Jane Reuter tional lanes all the lanes, old and decided against placing a 0.4 percent sales Democrats , and maintain adad lican to have the to pay for jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com House , and Repub tive are going to free; tolling ty or sales taxes tax increase on the general election ballot to Colorado owners state Senate y legisla my.” business raising properlanes. fund FasTracks. This means if current finanand jority in the the Douglas Count t business econo across urged testify come Father of three Timothy Forehand wants of McNulty Capitol,” n ditional new thing that has cial projections remain as they are, the North members could impac for a is just no at the state issues of concer said that more time with his young daughters. A new on hand “The one that there and toll “show up Metro and Northwest lines will not be comwhen delegation t said, “is e-sponof them were back r supporters procedure for patients with his form of liver could go clear,” Hilber pleted until 2042. owners. Four y Business Allianc Jan. 3 bring decidBy Jane Reute table. world you donews.com what is decid on Page 19 cancer may give him several more months. Count are on the way in the session held . continues But Washington saidjreute he is convinced these No matter r@ourcolora Douglas Legislators tive kickoff g roadways. will remain free.” County That’s a precious gift to a man who a year al Center s legisla existin Medic toto two projects will be done way before the prog Dougla in- sored in g (lanes) Sky Ridge us about s urged ago was told he likely wouldn’t survive for on is leanin leader ed, existin to be cautio jected completion dates and noted the trans-stay aware and get as at Lone Tree’s addithe coaliti State or addi you need s to one more month. Hilbert said n to toll any new “The bills ss owner portation district has made significant strides could impact them and busine CapiCapi that Forehand underwent surgery to install construction sed ward a decisio in issues in the past two years. Involved that time, Washing- seats at the state to pay for be discus the device that’s expected to extend his take their tional lanes He said this will ton said RTD has eitherlawma begunkers construction Feby and Feb life Jan. 8 at Sky Ridge Medical Center. He maintenance. coalition’s Januar or contracted work out for 77 percent of its results at the among the first patients in the United States they go over cted planned FasTrack network projects, includDepart- heavilymeetings, when to undergo the process, and Sky Ridge is the survey condu cuts to the ruary ing the Gold, West Rail, U.S. Bus Rapid Transit telephone some recent first of a handful of centers permitted to from a recent ch Consultants. restructure (BRT), East Rail and Interstate 225 Rail Lines. e. d with these uction could perform it pending approval from the Food S ment of Defensneed to go forwar could be by Hill Researthat route, constr ,” he said. “Of course we’ve had our challenges, but VIEW AN’S and Drug Administration. “If we go “I think we “but I think they if not sooner requires our I always like to say that it’s not all about the MIKE COFFM tax piece, the fact that said, in early 2014, t compromise The Dallas man was diagnosed with option that pushes cuts,” he knock down — the knock down being the that doesn’ no attention to start pick a financing n: “I like the sly the vast way for a t resolutio in obviou ocular melanoma in January 2012. The fast- Doctors and nurses prepare Timothy Forehand for surgery Jan. 8 at Sky Ridge Medical Center in Lone Tree. The Dallas we permanen done On fiscal challenges — but the get up,” Washington y. There was the g taxes), that that they “If those two tax cuts remain was a win. On growing eye cancer already had spread to man was diagnosed a year ago with cancer that has since spread to his liver. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen national securitthese cuts. I think the no- a vote (raisin r. But I don’t think most of the Bush said. “We’ve had these challenges, but we’re people I thought to citizens say. cuts, and we his liver, where tumors typically are lethal. happen, so it out furthewhat I am hearing detail paid we majority of American at all balanced with getting up off the canvas, and we’re getting would neveran across-the-board fix it, but now. We’ve it wasn’t “It’s a devastating diagnosis,” said Dr. options are citizens say `yeah, thought it negative side, to spend even more money do them done pretty quickly.” ” this bill e.’ g `let’s just Charles Nutting, who performed the pro proof Defens I’m hearin ne else to pay the taxes.’ in the and the debt and tion was are, in fact, going Washington also said work on the nearly Department l. 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De ally, I feel that Debeing funded through RTD’s federally-funded of the U.S. be any regulation s should sales r veteran so high doses of cancer-fighting chemicals gone by the in favor of to our nation that there shouldn’tabout high-capacity magazine inher20-yea $1.03 billion Eagle P3 Project, is Aalso part of d increasing in favor of should will Crisshave ssman Mike little value.” differ- percent favore numbers, 42-41, Seal, nation can saturate the organ. The idea, Nutting probably reCongre said, the question legislatures, because there the re or have the planned Gold Line through Arvada and ora) plans forces, agoAndy al himse higher training lfchef of the counstate one new lane, said, is to “try and really beat up the tumors spite the a long time said fancies nt Carpen be decided by different parts an (R-Aur he for party for tolling Wheat Ridge that is expected toCoffm be opened by of his efforts issue sufficie HuHot ean own standards is an Dr. Charles Nutting taxes over was not Coffman ers in his as much as you can.” saleslian rt Mongo ently be varying rounds is too much but that General n as l that there Grill, ted focus much 2016, according to current RTDto projections. left, gets many memb licans don’t suppo 100 congressiona e in an electio the Colorado The drug-infused blood is then collectflames port sugges ent from new try. I feel that passag the for Washington said he has highin hopes the going on a and decided by Some of the lot of Repub to secure n affairs. Mongolian ed as it leaves the liver, filtered to remove in that a on vetera that must be debated in- support on, D.C.” e spending. 18-mile Colorado Department of TransportaTABOR. grill as other session an’s eyes to defens re-elected not in Washingt as much of the chemicals as possible, and lives of ocular melanoma patients by about cause it’s all irrelevant. I don’t think one required by in Coffm any cuts recently chefs prepar Assembly and The projtion-led U.S. 36 BRT (bus rapid transit) the table whether U.S. for Coloe dishes for returned to the body. The method not only six months. Some have lived an additional day at a time. I live my life the way anybody things on levels in Europe; arnow entative customers that that ect between downtown Denver and Boulder. repres of Veterd in cost-sh troop at the new lity of four lanes would. I do my best to enjoy my life with my a possibility latDistrict said istargets and intensifies the treatment, but three to five years. 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Douglas County School Board Vice President Dan Gerken resigned the week of Jan. 7, and already has stepped down from his seat. He cited growing family and work obligations. Board President John Carson said the group will begin the process of finding his replacement during the Jan. 15 board meeting. Gerken was elected to the board in 2009, and his term was set to expire in November. He did not return calls for comment, Gerken but Carson said there is no mystery surrounding his resignation from the education reform-focused board. “We depend on people being willing to take a lot of time out of their lives and work and families to do this,” he said, noting board members invest at least 20 hours a month to the unpaid post. “Dan has served selflessly in that capacity for over three years now. I greatly appreciate what he’s done for our school district.” Carson said Gerken first approached him about resigning shortly after the new year. “I tried to talk him out of (resigning), but he made his decision,” he said. Though the board has often been criticized for its fast-paced reform efforts, Carson said he doesn’t believe that was a factor in Gerken’s resignation. “If you run for office, you have to be prepared for that,” he said. “Speaking for myself, the reason I got involved in public education was to make some changes in public education that I think have been needed for a long time. I know Dan felt that way as well.” In seven years on the board, Carson said this is the fourth vacancy filled by appointment. “It’s not an infrequent occurrence,” he said. The board has 60 days to fill the empty seat. Any candidate must live in Gerken’s district — District D — which extends from Castle Pines to the southeast corner of the county. Potential school board candidates must be at least 18 years of age, a 12-month resident and registered voter of the district, and have no direct or indirect interest in district contracts. All current school board members are registered Republicans, but the office is officially nonpartisan. “We’re just looking for people that are interested in improving public education, continuing to make our school district the best, and keep making it stronger,” Carson said. Gerken, a father of two, lives in Castle Pines with his wife, Gina. He is chairman and co-founder of Gerken Taxman Interests, a commercial real estate investment and development company.

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See New Mexico through artist’s eyes Traveling exhibit comes to Denver By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe@ourcoloradonews.com “When I saw this landscape, it was mine,” Georgia O’Keeffe wrote about New Mexico’s distinctive landscape. Her first encounter was in 1917, en route back to Texas from a Colorado vacation, according to Barbara Buhler Lynes, co-curator of the new Denver Art Museum exhibit “Georgia O’Keeffe in New Mexico: Architecture, Katsinam and the Land.” The former curator of the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe, which organized the traveling exhibit, writes in the show catalog that the artist wanted to return to this land that fascinated her and finally did so in 1929. Then, she connected with Mabel Dodge Luhan and her husband Tony, a member of Taos Pueblo, who introduced her to Native American dances, where she may have seen katsinam. “Kachina” is an Anglicized version of the word for those sacred figures, explained Thomas Smith, director of the Petrie Institute of Western American Art at the DAM. The painter returned to New Mexico every summer from her home in New York, where she lived with her husband, famed photographer Alfred Stieglitz. She painted and drew images of the land and its architecture and its cultures, colored by her intense emotional response. In 1934, she discovered Ghost Ranch “and found the spiritual home she had been seeking,” Lynes said. She purchased a home in 1940 and made it her permanent home three years after Stieglitz died in 1946. Smith said she constantly alternated between realistic and abstract images throughout her painting career. A series of three images of “the black place” illustrate

“Ranchos Church No. 1” by Georgia O’Keeffe, 1929, oil on canvas, is in the “Georgia O’ Keeffe in New Mexico” exhibit at the Denver Art Museum. Courtesy photos the variety. The exhibit includes 53 O’Keeffe works. Among them are 15 rarely-exhibited images of different Hopi Katsina tihu — kachina dolls, as well as paintings of Hispanic and Native American architecture and dramatic New Mexico landscapes. Because she kept these Katsina images at her home and rarely exhibited them, they offer new information about this popular American artist and her deep respect for the diverse cultures she found. In the farthest gallery, the visitor finds a group of beautifully painted katsinam from the DAM’s extensive Native American arts collection, arranged by John Lukavic, Associate Curator of Native Arts at the DAM. Also, there are related paintings and sculp-

IF YOU GO “Georgia O’Keeffe: Architecture, Katsinam and the Land” will be exhibited at the Denver Art Museum through April 28. It is included in general admission. There will be docent-led tours daily at 1 p.m. Visitors who want to explore the creative process can enjoy the Paint Studio, across from the gallery entrance. On weekends, local artists will demonstrate their skills. A series of Saturday studio classes are scheduled Feb. 23-March 16. denverartmuseum.org, 720-865-5000.

ture by contemporary Native American artists, including Ramona Sakiestewa and Dan Namingha and his son, who are Hopi and Chippewa/Dakota Sioux. He adds a touch of humor with his “O’Keeffe, After Whistler,”

“Chama River, Ghost Ranch” by Georgia O’Keeffe, 1937 oil on canvas is in the exhibit, “Georgia O’Keeffe in New Mexico” at the Denver Art Museum. a spin on the famous “Whistler’s Mother,” with O’Keeffe’s likeness installed in that iconic rocking chair. A short video, “Georgia O’Keeffe: a Difference in Art” is shown in this last gallery, with many segments in her voice. It offers a layer of biographical information that overlays the colorful paintings nicely. After sitting to absorb it, another stroll through the exhibit is recommended.

ACC students have designs on exhibit Students in Arapahoe Community College’s popular Interior Design and Architecture departments share their impressive portfolio work each year in an exhibit in the Colorado Gallery of the Arts at ACC. Visitors can see the sorts of projects they must complete in domestic and commercial areas, and on boards or, in the case of architecture students, sometimes in three dimensions. One may find a design for the interior of an elaborate mountain home or for a trendy restaurant. The show runs from Feb. 18 to March 13, with an opening reception on Friday, Feb. 22. Admission is free. Hours: noon-5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays (open until 7 p.m. on Tuesdays). The Colorado Gallery of the Arts is in the Annex building, first floor. 303-797-5649.

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percussion and viola at 2 p.m. Feb. 16 in Hampden Hall, Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Catherine Beeson will play viola; Nan Shannon, piano; and John Kinzie, percussion instruments. Charlie Samson will narrate. The program includes Colson: “Quiet Pieces for Viola and Vibraphone”; Paulus: “Seven for the Flowers Near the River;” Bunch: “Suite for Viola and Piano”; Woehr: “Djembach for Viola and Djembe.” Tickets: $15/$12/$5, at the door a half-hour prior to starting time or online: englewoodarts.org.

Carson Nature Center is the place for families to meet a black-footed ferret from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo from 7-8:30 p.m. Feb. 22. Ferrets have made a recovery in Colorado from threatened extinction. The center features Friday-evening fireside classes, 3000 W. Carson Drive, Littleton. Fee: $9 adult; $7 youth, outside of South Suburban District; $6/$5 in district. (Household rate for two adults and three youth with the same name.) Register: sspr.org/nature, 303347-5999. For information, call Beth, 303730-1022, ext. 12.

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In 2012, Stacey Johnson of Littleton staged a successful first Home and Garden Tour to benefit the Colorado Center for the Blind, located in Littleton. In 2013, the date will be June 15 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and Johnson is seeking eight homes for this year’s tour with historic, architectural inter-

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Each year the National Audubon Society participates with Cornell University’s Ornithology Laboratory in the national Great Backyard Bird Count. Dates this year: Feb. 15-18. Individuals and families set aside a period to record what they see and report numbers. This helps maintain figures on birds’ welfare and populations across the country. The local Audubon Nature Center at 9308 S. Wadsworth invites families to bring binoculars and participate at the center from 9 a.m.-noon on Feb. 16. Volunteers will teach what to look for in learning to identify and count and will talk about how to attract birds to your yard. Preregistration is not required. Information: 303-973-9530.

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Phamaly’s ‘Foreigner’ funny, fascinating By Sonya Ellingboe

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“The Foreigner” plays Feb. 22-24 at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Performanes: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets $29. 720898-7200, phamaly.org. Now entering its 24th year, Phamaly is a company comprised entirely of performers with a wide variety of physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities.

Jeremy Palmer, Kathi Wood, Daniel Traylor, Trenton Schindlele, Lyndsay Palmere in “The Foreigner.” Photo by Michael Ensminger

situations. Can you say “cha-yer,” or “fa-werk?” And we can’t help but reflect briefly on how we might handle ourselves in a similar situation — or how we may have behaved in the past. Each individual has a different lens through which he or she sees Charlie. And

Antidote to the February blahs Harpist Emily Levin to perform at church

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“Buenos Aires to Mexico City” will be the Littleton Symphony’s itinerary in its next “Soul of Great Cities” series concert at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at Littleton United Methodist Church. Jurgen de Lemos is director and conducdens.tor of this local orchestra, which is in its wners29th season. Call The all-Latin American program will feature harpist Emily Levin performing the exotic Ginastera Harp Concerto. Levin, an Arapahoe High graduate, is a senior at Indicietyana University, performing with the univerOr-sity’s orchestra and elsewhere nationally. GreatShe was on the Young Musician’s FoundaFeb.tion roster for four years, with the Denver ide aYoung Artists Orchestra and a 2009 finalist eportin the International Harp Contest in Israel. s on Readers may recall her previous perfors themance with the Littleton Symphony. Soprano Tana Cochran will perform the er atsensuous “Bacchianas brasiliaris #5” with bringcello orchestra and the popular “Don’t Cry enterFor Me Argentina” by Andrew Lloyd Webber. or in Also on the program: “Sensemaya” by l talkRevuelta, “Libertango” by Piazolla, “DanPretion:

last, but by no means least, is the nasty KKK member Owen Musser, well-played by Jaime Lewis. Scheming to condemn, and then take over Betty’s property, he of course is immediately rude and off-putting to Charlie and upset by Charlie’s gibberish about “Bees come down ….”

A cheer goes up when Musser gets his comeuppance in a cleverly staged scene, as Charlie saves the day. Palmer’s truly clever, ongoing goofiness as Charlie is worth the price of a ticket alone, with his new buddy Ellard right there next to him all the way. These two Phamaly veterans have the comic timing down perfectly, coached by the versatile Edie Weiss, who is a stand-up comic as well as director and actor. In her director’s notes, Weiss comments that this 25-year-old show is a comedy, a love story — and a wake-up call. “According to the Southern Poverty Law Center, there are more than 1,018 hate groups in America right now and their numbers are growing …. It’s not just the KKK. There are hate groups and hate crimes that target Mexicans, gays, Jews, Muslims, Sikhs, the disabled. Anyone that is different. Anyone that is foreign ….” What an appropriate choice for Phamaly’s company of players.

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charge. There are three parts to the event, which is held at Bethany Lutheran Church, 4500 E. Hampden Ave., Cherry Hills Village: • Feb. 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.: the Louise C. Conter Master Class. • March 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Preliminary Competition. • March 16, 1-5 p.m.: Final Competition. A catered lunch will be served at a nominal charge on the first two dates. The event is planned each year to support young Colorado singers. Fifteen are chosen to sing in

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“Black Radio Days: Jesse Owens: `World’s Fastest Man’” is part of producer donnie l. betts’ series: “Destination Freedom: Black Radio Days,” and will be presented at 7 p.m. Feb. 25 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10025 Commons St. Tickets: $15, 720-509-1007, lonetreeartscenter.org.

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Combined points scored by the Herit a g e girls team in the second and third quarters in a 58-17 loss to Regis Jesuit.

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Mary Hinton of Heritage competes in the girls 200-yard freestyle during the Class 5A State Swimming Championships at EPIC in Fort Collins Saturday. Photos by Andy Carpenean

Trio powers Warriors to fourth-place finish Arapahoe ties Cherry Creek in team race By Craig Harper

sports@ourcoloradonews.com Everybody likes M&M’s, right? How about Mmm Mmm Good, as in Campbell’s soups? Or, 3M? All are appropriate monikers for Arapahoe’s 2013 girls swimming team. Led by freestylers Ella Moynihan, Emily Mayo and Gabrielle Morley, the Warriors tied Centennial League rival and perennial power Cherry Creek for fourth place in last weekend’s Class 5A swimming and diving championships at Edora Pool and Ice Center in Fort Collins. Moynihan, a sophomore, and Mayo, a senior, were the pacesetters. Moynihan was second in both the 100- and 200-yard freestyles, while Mayo took fourth in both the 200 and 500. Morley didn’t reach the finals in either of her two events, but placed ninth in the 500 and 16th in the 200. Success wasn’t unexpected for Moynihan and Mayo. Moynihan was third in both of her events in 2012 and was seeded first in the 200 and second in the 100 entering the meet. Moya was second in the 200 to Missy Franklin and third in the in the 500. Still, “I’m super happy,’’ Moynihan said after she moved up a spot in each event. “Both races felt amazing. I couldn’t pick one that was better, and they both were personal bests.’’ Erin Metzger-Seymour edged Moynihan in the 200, the Ralston Valley junior finishing in 1:49.92 to Moynihan’s 1:50.30. Mayo took fourth in 1:51.76 behind Centennial League rival Madison Dirks of Grandview (1:51.56). “I tried to go out as fast as I could and hold on,’’ Moynihan said. “Chasing down Erin helps.’’ Moynihan lost to Fossil Ridge’s Rhianna Williams, a senior who defended her titles in the 50 and 100. Williams posted a 49.90 to Moynihan’s 51.32. ThunderRidge sophomore Annie Ochitwa, who was second in the 50 and 100 last year, settled for third in the 100 (51.72). Ochitwa again took second in the 50 in 23.47 to Williams’ 23.47. “There’s no one better to lose to than Rhianna,’’ Williams said. “She’s one powerhouse and deserves it.’’ Moynihan lowered her school records in both events (she set Centennial League marks the previous week) “and went faster this weekend,’’ said Arapahoe coach Mike Richmond. Her times are All-America. Swimming against Franklin in the 500, Mayo posted a 5:01.67, a bit off her prelims time of 4:57.32, which made her the first Arapahoe girl to break 5 minutes. The Villanova-

bound Mayo also swam the second leg on the Warriors’ third-place 400 freestyle relay team, which beat Cherry Creek with a school record of 3:31.34 and pushed Arapahoe into the tie with the Bruins. Morley placed at state for the first time with times of 1:58.46 in the 200 and 5:10.57 in the 500, which would have put her seventh in the finals heat. Arapahoe also got a sixth place from senior Miranda Reetz, the Centennial League champion, in the breaststroke (1:06.77) as well as 15th in the 200 individual medley (2:11.72). Junior Jordan Rowe was 12th in the 500 (5:13.49) and Erin Chilton was 14th in diving (354.0 points). Richmond said Arapahoe’s goal is “certainly a top five’’ at state, but he wasn’t sure after the Warriors finished eighth in the Colorado Coaches Invitational in mid-December. “There are a lot of good teams, so how can you say you’re not pleased with (a tie for fourth),’’ Richmond said. Regis won the team title with 287 points, followed by defending champion Fossil Ridge (243) and Fairview (181) Heritage’s Mary Hinton was fifth in the 500 in 5:05.65 and ninth in the 200 in 1:55.34. Franklin finished her career with eight individual titles (three in the 100 backstroke, two in the 50 and one in the 200 in addition to this year’s IM and 500) and state records in the backstroke, IM and 50, 100, 200 and 500 freestyles. She capped her career by breaking records set last year by Cherry Creek’s Bonnie Brandon in the IM and 500, but insisted swimming those two events “was never about the records.’’ Franklin began her final prep meet by winning the IM in 1:56.85 (she set a state record of 1:58.22 in the prelims), then broke Brandon’s 500 record with a time of 4:41.72, her victory sending Regis into first place past defending team champion Fossil Ridge, a lead it never relinquished. Franklin anchored Regis’ victorious 200 freestyle relay, then held off Fossil Ridge senior Rhianna Williams, who had repeated in the 50 (23.02) and 100 (49.90) freestyles, on the final leg of the 400 freestyle relay. The Raiders, who were third in 2012, won with 287 points to Fossil Ridge’s 243. Fairview was third with 181, and Arapahoe and Cherry Creek tied for fourth with 167. Despite Franklin’s dominance, the Raiders were far from a one-girl show. They placed seven swimmers in both the finals and consolation finals, with freshman Lindsay Painton going third in the backstroke (57.13) and fifth in the 100 (52.06). Sophomore Taylor Wilson was fourth in the 50 (24.24) and ninth in the 100 (53.01) and swam on both winning relays. Marielle Renehan took fifth in the 100

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Erin Chilton of Arapahoe competes in diving Saturday.

Cherry Creek’s Jane Rowland competes in the girls 500 freestyle. breaststroke (1:06.44) and Delaney Lanker was eighth in the butterfly (57.42), and divers Austin Mckensi (447.45 points) and Kellyn Toole (417.55) placed fourth and eighth. The 200 medley relay (without Franklin) team was second to Fossil Ridge. “The entire team swam well,’’ said Regis coach Nick Frasiersmith. “I’m a true believer that championships are made by what you do in the prelims. We did that, and our relays really stepped up. From third to first is a wonderful turnaround.’’ Cherry Creek, which last won the team title in 2010 - its last in a streak of six straight and 13 of 16 - qualified for five individual finals but did not place higher than sixth. Senior Elaine Powell was sixth in the 50 (24.47) and eighth in the 100 (53.4). Colleen Wixted, another senior, was seventh in the 200 (1:53.67) and butterfly (57.10). The Bruins’ best relay finish was fourth in the 400 freestyle.

Regionals, various sites, Friday and Saturday Wrestlers take to the mat this weekend trying to earn a spot in next week’s state tournament. Region 1 in Class 5A, to be held at Smoky Hill High School on Saturday, is loaded and features topranked Pomona, along with perennial powers Ponderosa, Legacy and Cherry Creek. THEY SAID IT

“I think when Douglas County was building their schools they might have put a little more money into the gyms because there are a lot of people who want to watch.” Mountain Vista boys basketball coach Bob Wood

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Littleton’s Nicolas Giordano drives to the basket Feb. 8.

Littleton’s Ashton Malmstrom fights for a rebound against Castle View’s Jakub Adamkovic and Zach Mattice.

Littleton’s Gentry Girtin jumps after a loose ball Feb. 8. Photos by Courtney Kuhlen

Sabercats pick up first league win Victory snaps seven-game slide for Castle View By Craig Harper

sports@ourcoloradonews.com Occupants of the bottom third in the Continental League boys basketball standings, Castle View and Littleton each badly needed a victory in Friday night’s game, though for slightly different reasons: the Sabercats to avoid going 0-7 in conference play, the Lions to improve their position for a Class 5A postseason berth. Chalk up the elusive first league win for Castle View, which dominated a Littleton team that could do little right for a 68-45 home victory that snapped a seven-game overall losing streak and the Lions’ modest two-game winning streak. Coming off a four-win season (1-10 Continental) in 2012 and with just one senior, expectations weren’t great for the Sabercats, who have found the going difficult since moving up to 5A for the 2010-11 season. But Castle View had won four in a row before the seven-game skid, and its 6-13 overall record indicates progress is being made. “We needed it,’’ Sabercats guard Zach

Mattice said of the victory. “We want to think every game we have a chance to win. But that one we thought we had a real good chance. We thought we could match up with them athletically, and we’re shooting the ball really well right now.’’ Castle View scorched Littleton with 54 percent shooting in building a 40-13 halftime lead. The Sabercats cooled off in the third quarter but still finished just under 50 percent (20-of-42) for the game. “We composed ourselves,’’ said Mattice, who scored a game-high 22 points that included a pair of 3-point baskets and 12-of12 from the foul line (Castle View was 23-30 as a team to Littleton’s 7-9). “We were able to handle their pressure, see through it and hit the open guy.’’ The 68 points (it easily could have been more) was Castle View’s second-highest total of the season, surpassed only in an 80-50 win over Hinkley on Jan. 4. “We’ve lost a lot of close games,’’ said coach Tory Mansfield. “If we’d won some of those close ones we’d be about where I had thought. We’re hoping to build on this win and make a push here.’’ Castle View still has Mountain Vista on Tuesday and ThunderRidge left, but also has potentially winnable games against

Rock Canyon and Douglas County. Littleton had already faced the league’s heavyweights, and had hoped to ride the momentum of wins over Rock Canyon and Douglas County into its first playoff berth since 2009. But first-year coach Dan Ellis’ team (811, 2-5) laid an egg Friday and now must regroup if it is to make 5A’s 48-team playoff field. The Lions still have a chance to record the program’s most wins since picking up 10 in 2010. “We’ve got to win the last four, and they’re a lot better than the team we played tonight,’’ Ellis said. “This puts a damper on (our postseason chances) because we really couldn’t afford to lose one.’’ Littleton played undisciplined basketball in the first half, and paid for it. The Lions turned the ball over on their first six possessions (leading to eight Sabercats points) and shot 15 percent from the floor (both 2’s and 3’s, including 2-of-13 for the latter) for the first half. They didn’t score from the floor for the final five minutesplus of the second quarter. Ellis was seething afterward. “That was a (terrible) effort; there’s no

other way to say it,’’ he said. “We played selfish, lazy, took `em lightly. All the things we’ve done the last few games we got away from. We didn’t come ready to play. Bad attitudes. It is what it is.’’ The head coach at Adams City the previous seven years, Ellis has been “trying to change the culture’’ at Littleton, “the way we prepare, putting more emphasis on thinking of winning and emphasizing defense.’’ Until Friday, Ellis thought the message was getting through to his senior-dominated team that had benefited in the previous seven games from the addition of 6-7 junior Tim Ladwig and the return of point guard Gentry Girton following a five-game suspension earlier in the season. “We might have 12 wins with those two,’’ Ellis said before Friday’s game. Nicolas Giordano and Tyus GallegosJones led the Lions with 10 points each against Castle View, but neither one scored in the first half. Giordano got hot at the end of the third quarter and Gallegos-Jones scored all of his points in the fourth. Ellis didn’t mind that his team put up 13 treys in the first half. “We’re a 3-point shooting team, but I don’t like one pass and a shot,’’ he said.

Sports roundup: Mustangs rule Continental again Ponderosa secures 19th consecutive league crown By Jim Benton

jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com Ponderosa downed Chaparral, 53-21, to capture the Continental League wrestling title last week. It was the 19th consecutive league championship for the Mustangs who have compiled a 156-0 league dual meet record. Coach Corey McNellis’ team picked up six forfeit wins against the Wolverines and Brett Guerrieri (126), Brighton Moye (138), Torry Williams (145), Kelton Good (152) and York Douglas (220) earned victories. The Mustangs head into a tough Region 1 regional tournament Friday and Saturday at Smoky Hill High School. Pomona, Cherry Creek and Ponderosa will be the featured teams and Arapahoe, Castle View, Douglas County and Heritage will also compete in this regional.

Littleton, Mountain Vista and Rock Canyon will be at the Region 2 regional tournament at Doherty High School while Chaparral, Highlands Ranch and ThunderRidge will compete in the Region 4 meet at Stanley Lake. Each regional will qualify four wrestlers per weight class to advance to the state tournament. HOME ICE - Mountain Vista can clinch a host spot for one of the CHSAA regional hockey playoffs Feb. 22-23 with a win tonight against Cheyenne Mountain at South Suburban Ice Arena. Heritage entertains Valor Christian Saturday and will likely get the No. 3 seed from the Peak Conference in the playoffs. In last week’s action, Mountain Vista clobbered Liberty 13-0 with Brett Heble, a senior from Chaparral, getting a hat trick and five points. The Golden Eagles edged Heritage 5-4. Byran Hancock scored two goals and had three points in the win over Heritage and Heble scored the game-winning goal. Heritage whipped Coronado 10-3 before losing to Mountain Vista.

Heritage’s Conor Crory, the state’s scoring leader, had a goal and eight assists in the two games to bring his season totals to 31 goals, 29 assists for 60 points. Eagles captain Scott Appleby had four goals in the loss to Mountain Vista. Wiley Myrick and Ryan Close each had two goals in Valor Christian’s 7-4 win over Pine Creek. LITTLETON COACH - Kurt Krantz has been named to new football coach at Littleton replacing Jay Lukes. Krantz, a 1975 Cherry Creek graduate and a former head coach at Rangeview (1991-95), takes over a program that has gone 5-25 over the past three seasons. Krantz has been an assistant coach in the past at Mullen, Rangeview, Heritage and Highlands Ranch. ROCKETT MAN - Ed Rockett, superintendent of the Long Tree Golf Course, finished tied for 47th in the GCSAA National Championship and Golf Classic at the Torrey Pines South course in San Diego. The two-time winner of the Colorado Superintendents Championship Tournament carded rounds of 81 and 84 for a 165 total.

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Signing Day: Stephon continues to honor fallen friend Ponderosa standout signs with Mines, remembers departed teammate By Jim Benton

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PARKER - Ponderosa linebacker Drew Stephon will be lobbying to wear a jersey with the number 21 when he starts playing football for the Colorado School of Mines. Stephon made it official that he will study and play football at Mines last Wednesday morning during National Signing Day ceremonies. “My goal was always to go to college and play football,” Stephon said. “As I got older, I knew football was soon going to come to an end so I wanted to pursue a good school and the School of Mines was my best option.” Stephon, who will likely play safety at Mines, hopes to wear jersey No. 21 for the Orediggers, the same number he wore at Ponderosa in honor of his best friend Logan Bauman. Bauman was killed Dec. 6, 2008 when he was hit by a car near his home in Parker. Stephon and another friend were with Bauman at the time of the accident. “He was the reason I have always wore 21,” said Stephon. “Before every game, I always wrote his initials on my left wrist and then his number on my right wrist. Before every game I would think about him a little bit. “He has always been an inspiration of mine, trying to make his family proud, like their second son.” Logan’s parents, Andrew and Karla Bauman, were at last Wednesday’s signing and have provided help for Stephon to attend football camps. The Baumans created the Logan Memorial Fund to help deserving students with attice. the expense of attending Regis Jesuit High School. The other objective of the fund is

the assist children ages 10 through 18 in youth athletic programs. “The whole thing with Logan’s Foundation is to continue to give that gift that he (Logan) made every day and make a difference in someone’s life every Stephon day,” said Andrew Bauman. “Logan had actually taken the Regis entrance exam the morning of the accident,” continued Bauman. “So it all started with trying to figure out a way to help kids financially get to Regis. Right now we have two kids we help sponsor at Regis. And then we do a lot with Parker Hawks football. We do a lot with financial needs, sponsorships with Parker Hawks football and a number of things throughout the community.” The Logan Memorial Fund has helped Stephon. “We helped Drew and a couple other kids through the student athlete showcase program,” said Bauman. “This is just one small thing we can do for Drew or any of the other children we can impact on a daily basis. “It’s something where we follow Logan’s legacy on this journey that we’re on and think about what he would want us to do and to keep that impact that he had every day of his life.” Stephon’s mother, Renata, was the first person to acknowledge the Bauman’s support. “They took the tragedy of the accident and turned it around with everything they’ve done,” said Rengta. “They have been wonderful. They’ve been nothing but generous and very supportive.” The Baumans will be following Stephon when he begins his football career at Mines. “He wore 21 at Ponderosa, the same number that Logan wore,” Bauman said. “Ironically, the school he is going to, Colo-

Student athletes from Arapahoe High School celebrate after making their college choices official on National Signing Day last Wednesday. Supplied photo rado Mines, my roommate in college Bob Stitt is the head coach. I played football with him at Doane.” The following schools have submitted lists of athletes who signed letters of intent. Some of the lists include athletes who signed early in November as well as those who signed Wednesday on National Letter of Intent day. Arapahoe: Michael Babb, lacrosse, University of Denver; Claudia Davis, golf, University of Colorado; Matt Glasscock, basketball, Fort Lewis College; Justin Goldsberry, golf, Jamestown College; JD Hall, lacrosse, Rochester Institute of Technology; Ryan Hoerdemann, volleyball, Metro State; Emily Mayo, swimming, Villanova; Lexi Mercier, volleyball, Abilene Christian; Kiely O’Connor, lacrosse, Carthage College; Molly Riedel, basketball, St. Olaf College; Will Albyn, lacrosse, Air Force Academy; Alex Anthony, soccer, Maryland; Zach Chandler, baseball, Saddleback Community College; Morgan Dean, soccer, Houston Baptist; Justin Escue, football, Colorado Mines; Jon

Johannsen, cross country/track, Colorado Mesa; Lauren Lipski, cross country/track, Colorado Mesa; Blake Nelson, football, Colorado Mesa; Taryn Phipps, track, Westmont College; Tommy Saager, football, Colorado Mesa; Mikaela Schmidt, soccer, Adams State University; Taven Sparks, football, Pomona College; Daniel Vavrik, cross country/track, Colorado Mesa. Heritage: Courtney Bartusiak, volleyball, Angelo State; Mary Cavanaugh, basketball, Air Force Academy; Aaron Cook, baseball, Heartland Community College; Tim Erwin, soccer, Fort Lewis; Jenna Geist, soccer, East Carolina University; Corey Holmes, baseball, York College; Lance Lammers, baseball, Trinity Christian College; Gabriella Liguori, softball, Doane College; Rachel Lukowicz, softball, Doane College; Katie Pyles, volleyball, Nova Southeastern University; Allison Tuttle, volleyball, Johnson & Wales University. Littleton: Jake Bergman, football, CSUPueblo; Rachel Ericson, soccer, Luther College.

Boys hoops: Golden Eagles in control Girls hoops: Lutheran rolls through Metro foes Win over ThunderRidge keeps Mountain Vista unbeaten in league By Jim Benton

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Unbeaten and second-ranked Mountain Vista, coming off a 78-72 overtime victory over No. 3 ThunderRidge, is in the driver’s seat to win the Continental League boys basketball championship. The Golden Eagles, 7-0 in league play, entertained Castle View Tuesday and has remaining games at Chaparral, against Legend and at Highlands Ranch. “We’re just taking one game at a time, doing the things we do well and trying to get those Ws no matter what,” said senior guard Elijah Valdez. Regis Jesuit and ThunderRidge entered this week’s action a game behind Mountain Vista with 6-1 loop marks. Defending Class 5A state champion Chaparral could have a say in the eventual champion since the Wolverines play both Mountain Vista and ThunderRidge. Including last Tuesday games, Mountain Vista faces teams with a had acombined 14-14 league record. ThunasonderRidge, which has games against

Chaparral, Regis, Castle View and Rock Canyon, meets teams with a combined 12-16 loop record while the Raiders remaining opponents have a 10-18 combined record in league play. LITTLETON - The Lions upended Douglas County but failed to make it two in a row with a loss to Castle View. HERITAGE - The Eagles committed 22 turnovers in the loss to ThunderRidge that saw Grant Delphia get 13 points in the losing effort. The Eagles led Regis 17-12 after the first quarter before losing 87-57 to the Raiders. ARAPAHOE - The Warriors walloped Smoky Hill, 78-52, in a Centennial League game but dropped a 70-41 decision to Eaglecrest. LUTHERAN - James Thomas’ 20 points and 19 rebounds paced a 6040 win over Manual and the Lions, behind 20 points from James Willis and 19 points and 12 rebounds from Thomas, edged Colorado Academy, 77-72. VALOR CHRISTIAN - Chase Foster had a double-double of 22 points and 17 rebounds as the Eagles rolled to a 70-48 win over Vista Peak. Valor improved to 17-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Cheyenne Mountain. The Lions trailed by two points heading into the fourth quarter but rallied to win as Foster finished with 27 points and 10 rebounds.

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jbenton@ourcoloradonews. com Lutheran, a Class 2A school, wrapped up the Metro League basketball title with wins last week over Manual and Colorado Academy. The Lions finished with a 9-0 record against Class 3A teams in the Metro League and has four remaining non-league games before heading into the Class 2A state playoffs. Jennifer Vigil scored 17 points and younger sister Kristen had 13 in the 63-39 win over Manual and the Lions, ranked second in the state’s Class 2A poll, drubbed Colorado Academy, 56-37, to earn the league title. “Winning the Metro League is something we are very proud of,” said Lutheran coach Mark Duitsman. “You look at the schools in this conference and you know that a league championship does not come around very often. Schools such as Holy Family, Faith Christian, Machebeuf, these are perennial powerhouses in girls basketball and for Lutheran to be

on top of that list this season is quite an accomplishment by these girls. “There is humility about this group that is very rare. They understand that all of this is a gift. Their talent, this team, the league title, even the chance to play this game, it is all a gift from God and these girls just want to make the most of the opportunity they have been blessed with. The accomplishment of winning the Metro League is something that we certainly celebrate, and it is something that can never be taken away from this team, but we also know that the we still have work to do.” The Lions faced Belleview Christian Tuesday and have games against Denver Christian, University and Byers to finish the regular season. “The girls on this team, they’ve experienced it all throughout their careers,” added Duitsman. “Buzzer-beaters to end your season, a consolidation, season-ending injuries, state runners-up last year, as well as state championships in volleyball. This is a mature group with excellent perspec-

tive on what high school sports are all about. “They’ve been through the highs and lows, and they’re at a point where they just don’t get caught up in all of it.” LITTLETON - The Puchino sisters, Laura and Stephanie each had 14 points in a 47-40 win over Douglas County and Laura led the team with 11 points in a poor-shooting 26 percent effort in a setback to Castle View. HERITAGE - The Eagles trailed by 33 points at halftime in losing to ThunderRidge and Heritage didn’t score in the second period and had just two points in the third in a 58-17 setback to Regis. ARAPAHOE - All but one player scored for the Warriors and Karlyn Johnson’s nine points was high in a 63-28 Centennial League romp over Smoky Hill. Molly Riedel had 14 points as Arapahoe overwhelmed Eaglecrest, 65-28. VALOR CHRISTIAN - The Eagles posted their fifth straight win with a 65-29 conquest of Cheyenne Mountain as Valor Christian inched closer to the .500 mark with a 10-11 record.

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Hargis Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for AEIGS WHOLESALE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST2007-OA2 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-OA2 Date of Deed of Trust: October 20, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 30, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number): B6154463 Original Principal Amount: $270,750.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $288,356.39 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 6296 S. Crocker Street, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/10/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 2/14/2013 Last Publication: 3/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 12/11/2012 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 1269.08565 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 0990-2012 Exhibit A Lot 4, Block 2, Little’s Creek Subdivision, Except for the North 82 feet thereof, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said lot 4; Thence south 89 degrees 39 minutes 40 seconds west along the South line of lot 4, 65.06 feet to a point of curve thence along a curve to the right having a central angle of 89 degrees 42 minutes 37 seconds, a radius of 15.00 feet, a length of 23.49 feet and a long chord which bears north 45 degrees 15 minutes 32 seconds West at 21.16 feet; Thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, along the West line of said lot 4, 103.00 feet; Thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes 06 seconds East 80.04 feet to a point on the East line of said lot 4; Thence South 0 degrees 01 minutes 37 seconds East 118.00 Feet to the point of beginning, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Legal Notice NO.: 0990-2012 First Publication: 2/14/2013 Last Publication: 3/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2743-2012 Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 30, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Vern C. Crews Original Beneficiary(ies): FirstBank of Aurora Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FirstBank

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/13/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 4380.01514 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 7724 South Steele Street, Centennial, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/13/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Barbara A. Bader #10394 Katharine E. Fisher #39230 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Camille Y. Harlan #43789 Reagan Larkin #42309 Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers #34682 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Joanna D. Studeny #41740 Cynthia Lowery #34145 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Alison L. Berry #34531 J.P. Goeschel #37988 Castle Stawiarski LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 8651400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-12281 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 30, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Vern C. Crews Original Beneficiary(ies): FirstBank of Aurora Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FirstBank Date of Deed of Trust: March 31, 2008 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 01, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number): B8037357 Original Principal Amount: $42,650.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $39,341.08 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Condominium Unit 101, Littleton Office Condominiums, according to the Condominium Map, recorded on November 20, 2001, Reception No. B1198513 in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado and as defined and described in the Condominium Declaration for Littleton Office Condominiums, recorded on November 20, 2001, Reception No. B1198514, in said records, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 1100 West Littleton Blvd. # 101, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/27/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/30/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Stephen Johnson #10226 ROBERT S. ARTHUR #9614 Lindsay L. McKae #39200 Rothgerber, Johnson & Lyons LLP 1200 17th St, #3000, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 623-9000 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 30369-251 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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Legal Notice NO.: 2743-2012 First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3233-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 13, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Mitzi G. Greer Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for American Mortgage Network, Inc., A Delaware Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust: June 26, 2008 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: July 02, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number): B8075954 Original Principal Amount: $167,373.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $159,298.64 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 7724 South Steele Street, Centennial, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys'

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3233-2012 EXHIBIT A CONDOMINIUM UNIT 82, IN BUILDING 16, MONTEREY CONDOMINIUMS PHASE 2, IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND SUBJECT TO THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS, OF MONTEREY CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED JULY 26, 1983, IN BOOK 3924, AT PAGE 1, SAID CONDOMINIUM IS FURTHER DEPICTED AND DESCRIBED BY THE MAP OF DISCOVERY AT MONTEREY PHASE 2 RECORDED, AUGUST 18, 1983 IN PLAT BOOK 67 AT PAGE 1-6, ALL IN THE RECORDS OF THE CLERK AND RECORDERS OFFICE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Legal Notice NO.: 3233-2012 First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3239-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 13, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Randall R Scott and Dawn J Scott Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Metro Funding Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: EverBank Date of Deed of Trust: August 05, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: August 18, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5122733 Original Principal Amount: $354,200.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $368,580.33 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 49, BLOCK 1, OVERLOOK AT PLATTE VALLEY, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 4401 West Jamison Place, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/13/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

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Legal Notice NO.: 3239-2012 First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3243-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 13, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Brenda Stokes Original Beneficiary(ies): Chase Bank USA, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2007-CH3, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007CH3 Date of Deed of Trust: November 17, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 07, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number): B6172530 Original Principal Amount: $195,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $195,216.11 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOTS 36 AND 37, BLOCK 5, RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1,2,3,4,13,14,15 AND 16 OF WINDERMERE GALLUP'S SUBURBAN HOME, SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 5949 S Bemis St, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/13/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Barbara A. Bader #10394 Katharine E. Fisher #39230 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Camille Y. Harlan #43789 Reagan Larkin #42309 Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers #34682 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Joanna D. Studeny #41740 Cynthia Lowery #34145 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Alison L. Berry #34531 J.P. Goeschel #37988 Castle Stawiarski LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 8651400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-12229 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 3243-2012 First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3248-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 14, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): SCOTT SPITTLER Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE

debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 4, BLOCK 1, DAWBURN SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 967 West Briarwood Avenue, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/15/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 1057.00713 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3248-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 14, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): SCOTT SPITTLER Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR GUILD MORTGAGE COMPANY Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust: May 25, 2010 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 26, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number): D0050349 Original Principal Amount: $274,437.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $267,642.82 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 14, BLOCK 41, WALNUT HILLS FILING NO.4, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 8696 EAST EASTER AVENUE,, CENTENNIAL,, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/14/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Daniel S. Blum #34950 David R. Doughty #40042 Sheila J. Finn #36637 Janeway Law Firm PC 19201 E. Main Street, Suite 205, Parker, CO 801349092 (303) 706-9990 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 15182 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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Legal Notice NO.: 3248-2012 First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3259-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 15, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Nadine Wildeman Watson Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for DB Home Lending LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: LNV Corporation Date of Deed of Trust: January 12, 2007 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 06, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): B7016506 Original Principal Amount: $91,800.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $86,161.93 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 4, BLOCK 1, DAWBURN SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 967 West Briarwood Avenue, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items

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Legal Notice NO.: 3259-2012 First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3273-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 16, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Aaron M. Levin Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Date of Deed of Trust: March 15, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 25, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5042607 Original Principal Amount: $123,200.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $109,508.28 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 36, BLOCK 1, HIGHLANDS VIEW II, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 8240 South Fillmore Way, Centennial, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/16/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 1269.21436 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 3273-2012 First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3274-2012

February 14, 2013 Public Trustees

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COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3274-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 16, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): David P Thistle Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for EverBank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Green Tree Servicing LLC Date of Deed of Trust: March 01, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 08, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number): B6037437 Original Principal Amount: $417,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $417,000.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Lot 2, Block 2, Bow-Mar South, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 4420 Marigold Lane, Littleton, CO 80123. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/16/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Toni M.N. Dale #30580 Holly L. Decker #32647 Dale & Decker, LLC 2 Inverness Drive East, Suite 105, Englewood, CO 80112 (720) 493-4600 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-9581 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 3274-2012 First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3277-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 16, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Nikita L. Fink and Derek J. Selsvold Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Taylor, Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CENLAR FSB Date of Deed of Trust: February 28, 2007 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 07, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): B7029154 Original Principal Amount: $165,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $151,666.09 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 43, BLOCK 2, WOLHURST LANDING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 7157 S. Bryant Street, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/16/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado

allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/16/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 3850.00551 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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Legal Notice NO.: 3277-2012 First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3299-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 20, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): JRW Property Management, LLC Original Beneficiary(ies): DPS CREDIT UNION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Mountain States Lending, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: February 28, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 09, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number): B6038270 Original Principal Amount: $1,100,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $1,028,485.63 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 3, CHERRY CREEK BUSINESS CENTER FILING NO. 5, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 15131 E. Fremont Drive, #102,, Englewood,, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/20/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/24/2013 Last Publication: 2/21/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/20/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 4415.00001 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 3299-2012 First Publication: 1/24/2013 Last Publication: 2/21/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3307-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 21, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): William M Dewar II and Maureen A Dewar Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Finance America, LLC, dba FinAm, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE UNDER THE INDENTURE RELATING TO IMH ASSETS CORP., COLLATERALIZED ASSETBACKED BONDS, SERIES 2005-6 Date of Deed of Trust: May 09, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 17, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5070940 Original Principal Amount: $246,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $260,189.02 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 17, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5070940 Original Principal Amount: $246,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $260,189.02 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 1, BLOCK 3, WALNUT HILLS-FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 7811 E Briarwood Blvd, Centennial, CO 80112-1308. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/20/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/24/2013 Last Publication: 2/21/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/21/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Barbara A. Bader #10394 Katharine E. Fisher #39230 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Camille Y. Harlan #43789 Reagan Larkin #42309 Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers #34682 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Joanna D. Studeny #41740 Cynthia Lowery #34145 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Alison L. Berry #34531 J.P. Goeschel #37988 Castle Stawiarski LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 8651400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-09092 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Barbara A. Bader #10394 Katharine E. Fisher #39230 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Camille Y. Harlan #43789 Reagan Larkin #42309 Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers #34682 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Joanna D. Studeny #41740 Cynthia Lowery #34145 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Alison L. Berry #34531 J.P. Goeschel #37988 Castle Stawiarski LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 8651400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-11280 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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Legal Notice NO.: 3307-2012 First Publication: 1/24/2013 Last Publication: 2/21/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3342-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 28, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Roberto Colon Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Countrywide Bank, FSB Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Bank of America, N.A.: Date of Deed of Trust: December 23, 2008 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 30, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number): B8140041 Original Principal Amount: $145,085.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $147,406.97 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 2806 W Centennial Dr Unit B, Littleton, CO 80123. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/27/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/28/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Barbara A. Bader #10394 Katharine E. Fisher #39230 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Camille Y. Harlan #43789 Reagan Larkin #42309 Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers #34682 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Joanna D. Studeny #41740 Cynthia Lowery #34145

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3342-2012 EXHIBIT A Condominium Unit B, The Steeplechase III Condominiums, together with Garage No. B, according to the Condominium Map thereof, recorded June 10,1997 as Reception No. A7068620 in the records of the Office of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado, and as defined and described in the Condominium Declaration for The Steeplechase III Condominiums, recorded May 28, 1997 as Reception No. A7062094, in said records, First Amendment recorded June 10,1997 as Reception No. A7068621, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Legal Notice No.: 3342-2012 First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3351-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 29, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Joseph Jadamec Original Beneficiary(ies): Clarion Mortgage Capital, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust: February 28, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 04, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5031204 Original Principal Amount: $140,400.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $119,969.66 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 7307 South Xenia Circle Unit E, Centennial, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/27/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/29/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 1068.05734 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 3351-2012 Exhibit A CONDOMINIUM UNIT 7307-E, HUNTERS HILL CONDOMINIUM, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF, RECORDED ON MAY 9, 1983, IN BOOK 63 AT PAGE 66 IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR HUNTERS HILL CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON MAY 9, 1983 IN BOOK 3857 AT PAGE 51, IN SAID RECORDS, TOGETHER WITH THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE THE FOLLOWING LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS: COVERED PARKING AND STORAGE SPACE NO. 7307-E, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Legal Notice NO.: 3351-2012 First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3363-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 30, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Paula S Cox and

Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3363-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 30, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Paula S Cox and Terry L Cox Original Beneficiary(ies): Argent Mortgage Company, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., as Trustee for the POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT Dated as of November 1, 2004 Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2004-WHQ2 Date of Deed of Trust: September 27, 2004 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: November 23, 2004 Recording Information (Reception Number): B4203654 Original Principal Amount: $207,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $192,928.20 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 7, BLOCK 3, BERRY KNOLLS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 5486 S Lakeview Street, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/27/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/30/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David A. Shore #19973 Edward P. O’Brien #11572 Scott D. Toebben #19011 Martin H. Shore #1800 Hellerstein and Shore PC 5347 S. Valentia Way, Suite 100, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (303) 573-1080 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-00334SH ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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Legal Notice NO.: 3363-2012 First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3410-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 7, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Linda S Young Original Beneficiary(ies): Washington Mutual Bank, FA, a federal association Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: June 30, 2003 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: July 16, 2003 Recording Information (Reception Number): B3153207 Original Principal Amount: $189,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $158,982.38 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 6, BLOCK 3, EUCLID HEIGHTS FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 6623 South Buffalo Drive, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/03/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 2/7/2013 Last Publication: 3/7/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 12/07/2012 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the

First Publication: 2/7/2013 Last Publication: 3/7/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 12/07/2012 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Barbara A. Bader #10394 Katharine E. Fisher #39230 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Camille Y. Harlan #43789 Reagan Larkin #42309 Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers #34682 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Joanna D. Studeny #41740 Cynthia Lowery #34145 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Alison L. Berry #34531 J.P. Goeschel #37988 Castle Stawiarski LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 8651400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-13377 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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Legal Notice NO.: 3410-2012 First Publication: 2/7/2013 Last Publication: 3/7/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3422-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 10, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Mark A Garcia and Christeane K Garcia and Vickie Granado Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for KB Home Mortgage Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: September 20, 2002 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 10, 2002 Recording Information (Reception Number): B2192624 Original Principal Amount: $248,023.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $226,481.41 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 81, BLOCK 4, FILING NO. 1, SOUTH CREEK SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 16441 E Otero Avenue, Englewood, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/10/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 2/14/2013 Last Publication: 3/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 12/10/2012 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 9104.00091 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 3422-2012 First Publication: 2/14/2013 Last Publication: 3/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3353-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 30, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Carol J. Martin Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Nexgen Lending, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust: September 09, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 14, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5138151 Original Principal Amount: $174,377.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $159,706.16 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 14, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5138151 Original Principal Amount: $174,377.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $159,706.16 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 46, THE KNOLLS WEST FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 2566 East Easter Avenue, Centennial, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/27/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/30/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Barbara A. Bader #10394 Katharine E. Fisher #39230 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Camille Y. Harlan #43789 Reagan Larkin #42309 Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers #34682 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Joanna D. Studeny #41740 Cynthia Lowery #34145 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Alison L. Berry #34531 J.P. Goeschel #37988 Castle Stawiarski LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 8651400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-08886R ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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Legal Notice NO.: 3353-2012 First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3235-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 13, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Craig A. Smith and Vickie E. Smith Original Beneficiary(ies): Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust: July 17, 2009 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: July 28, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number): B9081111 Original Principal Amount: $203,235.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $194,271.13 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 26, BLOCK 23, WALNUT HILLS FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 7084 S Spruce Drive E, Centennial, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/13/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Barbara A. Bader #10394 Katharine E. Fisher #39230 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Camille Y. Harlan #43789 Reagan Larkin #42309 Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers #34682 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Joanna D. Studeny #41740 Cynthia Lowery #34145

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Barbara A. Bader #10394 Katharine E. Fisher #39230 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Camille Y. Harlan #43789 Reagan Larkin #42309 Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers #34682 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Joanna D. Studeny #41740 Cynthia Lowery #34145 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Alison L. Berry #34531 J.P. Goeschel #37988 Castle Stawiarski LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 8651400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-12641 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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Legal Notice NO.: 3235-2012 First Publication: 1/17/2013 Last Publication: 2/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3379-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 4, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Bridgett J Copeland Gavin E. Copeland Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for Aegis Wholesale Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Nationstar Mortgage LLC Date of Deed of Trust: April 10, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 18, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number): B6059707 Original Principal Amount: $440,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $407,555.14 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Lot 7, Block 4, Heritage Greens Subdivision Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 4650 East Links Parkway, Centennial, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/03/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 2/7/2013 Last Publication: 3/7/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 12/04/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Toni M.N. Dale #30580 Holly L. Decker #32647 Dale & Decker, LLC 2 Inverness Drive East, Suite 105, Englewood, CO 80112 (720) 493-4600 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-9616 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 3379-2012 First Publication: 2/7/2013 Last Publication: 3/7/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3406-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 7, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Kevin Paul Orton Original Beneficiary(ies): Liberty Mortgage Corporation (Georgia) Current Holder of Evidence of Debt : Branch Banking and Trust Company Date of Deed of Trust: June 05, 2002 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: June 13, 2002 Recording Information (Reception Number): B2109492 Original Principal Amount: $180,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $151,684.32 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 3396 W. Aksarben Avenue, Littleton, CO 80123. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

ERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 3396 W. Aksarben Avenue, Littleton, CO 80123. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/03/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 2/7/2013 Last Publication: 3/7/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 12/07/2012 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Barbara A. Bader #10394 Katharine E. Fisher #39230 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Camille Y. Harlan #43789 Reagan Larkin #42309 Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers #34682 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Joanna D. Studeny #41740 Cynthia Lowery #34145 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Alison L. Berry #34531 J.P. Goeschel #37988 Castle Stawiarski LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 8651400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 12-13400 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 2/14/2013 Last Publication: 3/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 12/11/2012 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 1269.21482 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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3406-2012 EXHIBIT A THAT PART OF BLOCK D, SECOND AMENDED PLAT OF CENTENNIAL ACRES, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE WESTERLY LINE OF LOT 17, BLOCK 9, SECOND AMENDED PLAT OF CENTENNIAL ACRES WITH THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF WEST AKSARBEN AVENUE; THENCE WESTERLY ON THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF WEST AKSARBEN AVENUE TO THE EASTERLY LINE OF SOUTH LOWELL BOULEVARD, THENCE SOUTHERLY ON THE EASTERLY LINE OF SOUTHLOWELL BOULEVARD TO ITS INTERSECTION WITH THE LINE OF CURVE “0” AS SHOWN ON THE PLAT OF SAID SECOND AMENDED PLAT OF CENTENNIAL ACRES, THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE “0” TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF LOT 17, BLOCK 9, THENCE NORTHERLY ON SAID WESTERLY LINE OF LOT 17, BLOCK 9 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, EXCEPT THE WESTERLY 10 FEET CONVEYED TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY FOR ROAD PURPOSES, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Legal Notice NO.: 3406-2012 First Publication: 2/7/2013 Last Publication: 3/7/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3434-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 11, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Richard G Hodson and Nancy L Hodson Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Countrywide Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK,AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWHEQ INC., CWHEQ REVOLVING HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-D Date of Deed of Trust: February 15, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 13, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number): B6039543 Original Principal Amount: $26,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $21,515.62 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 90, SOUTHPARK SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 7, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 2891 W Long Dr, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/10/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 2/14/2013 Last Publication: 3/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 12/11/2012

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Legal Notice NO.: 3434-2012 First Publication: 2/14/2013 Last Publication: 3/14/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 3341-2012 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 28, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): J. Gregory Barrow Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for American Brokers Conduit Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for American Home Mortgage Assets Trust 2007-3, Mortgage-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2007-3 Date of Deed of Trust: March 28, 2007 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 24, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): B7066267 Original Principal Amount: $382,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $382,500.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 194, BLOCK 7, GOLDEN WEST PARK, FIRST FILING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 2434 Park Ln, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/27/2013, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/28/2012 Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 6662.27226 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Public Notice NO.: 3341-2012 First Publication: 1/31/2013 Last Publication: 2/28/2013 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 17, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Ann Michelle Anthes be changed to Ann Michelle O’Connor. Case No.: 2013 C 100024 Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court By: Sharon Calhoun Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 14968 First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: February 14, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice County Court Arapahoe County, Colorado 1790 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, Colorado 80120 In the Matter of the Petition of:

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

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In the Matter of the Petition of: Parent/ Petitioner: Sarah Wilson For Minor Child: Ellion Celestino Coleman To Change the Child’s Name to: Ellion Celestino Wilson Case Number: 2013 C 100038 NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT BY PUBLICATION Notice to: Pluyd Coleman, non custodial parent. Notice is given that a hearing is scheduled as follows: Date: March 8, 2013 Time: 8:30 a.m. Location: 1790 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, Colorado 80120 For the purpose of requesting a change of name for Ellion Celestino Coleman. At this hearing the Court may enter an order changing the name of the minor child. To support or voice objection to the proposed name change, you must appear at the hearing. Date: January 24, 2013 Sarah Wilson, Parent 3133 S. Uravan Way Aurora, Colorado 80013 Legal Notice No.: 14975 First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: February 28, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 18, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Francisco Javier Valenzuela be changed to Frank Xavier Valenzuela. Case No.: 2013 C 100027 Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court By: Nicole Thompson Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 14971 First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: February 14, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 22, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Adam Levi Cruz-Larson be changed to Adam Levi Cruz. Case No.: 2013 C 100030 Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court By: Julie Rich Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 14972 First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: February 14, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 22, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Carol Frances Franklin be changed to Carol Frances Williams. Case No.: 2013 C 100031 Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court By: John Jesse Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 14973 First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: February 14, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 23, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Ellion Celestino Coleman be changed to Ellion Celestino Wilson. Case No.: 2013 C 100038 Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court By: Margaret Simmer Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 14974 First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: February 14, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 29, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Hope Alison Wisneski be changed to Hope Errico Wisneski. Case No.: 2013 C 100048 Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court By: Sharon Calhoun Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 14980 First Publication: February 7, 2013 Last Publication: February 21, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 31, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Amanda Marie York be changed to Amy York Pyne.

Public notice is given on January 31, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

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The petition requests that the name of Amanda Marie York be changed to Amy York Pyne. Case No.: 2013 C 100056 Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court By: John Jesse Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 14987 First Publication: February 14, 2013 Last Publication: February 28, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on February 5, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Fireweiny G. Berhane be changed to Freweiny G. Berhane. Case No.: 2013 C 100060 Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court By: Danielle Trijullo Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 14990 First Publication: February 14, 2013 Last Publication: February 28, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Notice To Creditors PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Helen Anna Bissett, Deceased Case Number: 2012 PR 1451 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 14, 2013 or the claims may be forever barred. Mary R. Schoen Personal Representative c/o Timothy Canty, Esq. 8427 S. Custer Lane Evergreen, Colorado 80439 Legal Notice No: 14992 First Publication: February 14, 2013 Last Publication: February 28, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Lynn P. Briley, a/k/a Lynn Palmer Briley, a/k/a Lynn Briley, Deceased Case Number: 13PR39 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 31, 2013 or the claims may be forever barred. Christian C. Schultz Personal Representative 600 N. 4th Street, #704 Phoenix, AZ 85004 Legal Notice No: 14969 First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: February 14, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Ralph Jerold Gerome, aka R. Jerold Gerome, Deceased Case Number: 2012 PR 1552 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 7, 2013 or the claims may be forever barred. Marion Rita Neslage Gerome Personal Representative 4575 West Aberdeen Place Littleton, Colorado 80123 Legal Notice No: 14976 First Publication: February 7, 2013 Last Publication: February 21, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Mary Lou Pless, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 127 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 7, 2013 or the claims may be forever barred. Mark R. Pless Co-Personal Representative 6682 S. Greenwood Street Littleton, Colorado 80120 Karen R. Flores Co-Personal Representative 5558 S. Youngfield Way Littleton, Colorado 80127 Legal Notice No: 14977 First Publication: February 7, 2013 Last Publication: February 21, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Wendy L. Davis, Deceased Case Number: 2012 PR 1100 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, State of Colorado on or before June 7, 2013 or the claims may be forever barred. Tamara L. Dahlager Personal Representative 6138 S. Hill Street Littleton, Colorado 80120 Legal Notice No: 14981 First Publication: February 7, 2013 Last Publication: February 21, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Barbara Jean Oliver, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 65 All persons having claims against the

February 14, 2013 PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice To Creditors

NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of

Barbara Jean Oliver, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 65 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 7, 2013 or the claims may be forever barred. Carol J. Reher Personal Representative 6593 Arbutus Court Arvada, Colorado 80004 Legal Notice No: 14983 First Publication: February 7, 2013 Last Publication: February 21, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of

ALAN TODD BROTHERSEN; GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC; and ANA MARIA PETERS-RUDDICK AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s). Regarding: Lot 2, Block 4, Parkview Commons Subdivision Filing No. 2, as amended by Affidavit of Correction recorded July 2, 1985 in Book 4480 at Page 308, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado;

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Also known as: 5558 South Ireland Way, Centennial, CO 80015. 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 Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 14th day of March, 2013, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3935. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

Rosemary B. Pocius, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 18

BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT THE TIME OF SALE.

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 15, 2013 or the claims may be forever barred.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $13,536.21.

Kenrick Pocius Personal Representative 842 Fairview Blvd. Breckenridge, Colorado 80424 Legal Notice No: 14984 First Publication: February 7, 2013 Last Publication: February 21, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Jane E. White, aka Jane Elizabeth White, Jane Betty White, and Betty White, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 212 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 14, 2013 or the claims may be forever barred. Susan W. Burgamy aka Susan J. Burgamy Personal Representative 101 Gaylord Street Denver, Colorado 80206 Legal Notice No: 14988 First Publication: February 14, 2013 Last Publication: February 28, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Charles D. Blish, Jr., aka Charles Dwight Blish, Jr., Deceased Case Number: 2012 PR 1506 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 15, 2013 or the claims may be forever barred. Robert G. Frie (1796) Attorney for the Personal Representative Frie, Arndt & Danborn PC 7400 Wadsworth Blvd, No. 201 Arvada, Colorado 80003 303-420-1234 Charles D. Blish, III Personal Representative 5881 Ellis Court Arvada, Colorado 80004 303-808-7503 Legal Notice No: 14991 First Publication: February 14, 2013 Last Publication: February 28, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Misc. Private Legals Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2012CV1294, Division/Courtroom 207 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY PARK VIEW COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, v. ALAN TODD BROTHERSEN; GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC; and ANA MARIA PETERS-RUDDICK AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s). Regarding: Lot 2, Block 4, Parkview Commons Subdivision Filing No. 2, as amended by Affidavit of Correction recorded July 2, 1985 in Book 4480 at Page 308, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; Also known as: 5558 South Ireland Way, Centennial, CO 80015.

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TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified Public that a Notice Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil DiCITY OF vision of LITTLETON the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the AMENDED HEARING NOTICE 14th day ofPUBLIC March, 2013, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3935. At which ZONING MATTER sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon be sold to NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVENwill THAT the bidder.PUBLIC Plaintiff makes no THEhighest FOLLOWING HEARwarranty relating to title, possession, INGS WILL BE HELD BY THE CITY OF or quiet enjoyment in and to CENTER, said real propLITTLETON AT THE CITY 2255 erty in BERRY connection with this sale. WEST AVENUE, LITTLETON, COLORADO, TO CONSIDER AN APBIDDERS REQUIRED TO HAVE PLICATIONARE TO REZONE PROPERTY CASH ORAT CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFILOCATED 6855 and 6775 S. SANTA CIENT TO FROM COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID FE DRIVE R-S RESIDENTIALAT THE TIME OF SALE. SUBURBAN AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT TO I-1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING WITH A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST OVERLAY. APPROVAL OF THE REZONLIENAND ONPLANNED THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. ING DEVELOPMENT Judgment is in the amount of $13,536.21. OVERLAY WILL ALLOW EXPANSION OF THE EXISTING LANDSCAPING All telephone inquiries for information should be directed to the office of the undersigned Sheriff at (720) 874-3935. The name, address and telephone number of the attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is Brianna L. Schaefer, Esq., HindmanSanchez P.C., 5610 Ward Road, Suite 300, Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310, 303.432.8999. DATED: January 4, 2013. J. Grayson Robinson Sheriff of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn

All telephone inquiries for information should be directed to the office of the undersigned Sheriff at (720) 874-3935. The name, address and telephone number of the attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is Brianna L. Schaefer, Esq., HindmanSanchez P.C., 5610 Ward Road, Suite 300, Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310, 303.432.8999. DATED: January 4, 2013. J. Grayson Robinson Sheriff of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Legal Notice No.: 14930 First Publication: January 17, 2013 Last Publication: February 14, 2013 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S Ridgeline Blvd, Suite 210, Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80129 Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 Case No. 2012CV858, Div: 202 Plaintiff: SADDLE ROCK RIDGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado nonprofit corporation Defendants: THEODORE X. WASHINGTON; et al. Plaintiff’s Attorney: Charlene M. Long Address: 1660 S. Albion Street #918 Denver, CO 80222 Ph No: 303-488-0267 Fx No: 303-757-3640 E-mail: char@charlenelongatty.com Atty. Reg. #:16945 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise you that the above captioned action is pending. An Order Entering Default Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure has been entered in this action concerning Assessment Lien for the benefit of Saddle Rock Ridge Homeowners Association, Inc., created under the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Saddle Rock Ridge, recorded on July 6, 1998, under Reception No. A8101286 of the real estate records in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, Colorado (the ”Assessment Lien”) The real property which is the subject matter of this litigation, which is all of the property currently encumbered by the Assessment Lien described in said Order Entering Default Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure, is situate in Arapahoe County Colorado, and is described as follows: Lot 4, Block 31, Saddle Rock Ridge Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Also known as: 5718 S. Shawnee Street, Aurora, CO 80015. The current owners of record for the real property are Theodore X. Washington and Carmen J. Washington. The Plaintiff named-above is the judgment creditor in this action and current owner of the evidence of debt (the judgment entered herein) secured by the property being sold; and as of October 25, 2012, the outstanding balance due and owing was $7,887.54. THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Notice is hereby given I shall offer for public sale to the highest bidder, for cash, at public auction, all the rights, title and interest of the Defendants in said property on March 24, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. at Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness, plus attorney fees, the expenses of sale, and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

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**BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFIBUSINESS AND THE DEVELOPMENT CIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID OF TIME A BREWERY WITH A VISITOR AT OF SALE.** CENTER ON THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED PROPERTY. ALL THOSE TO be Questions regarding the WISHING sale should BE HEARDtoSHOULD PRESENT AT addressed the CivilBE Division, telephone THE TIME AND PLACE STATED BELOW. 720-874-3851. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL THE LITTLETON PLANNING DIVISION AT DATED December 24, 2012. 795-3748. J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING By: Sgt. P.M. James AT 7:00 ONOsborn FEBRUARY 25, 2013 Deputy Sheriff CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING AT Legal Notice 1493219, 2013 7:00 P.M. ONNo.: MARCH First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: FebruaryBY 28,SUNDOWN 2013 APPLICANTS: DESIGNS Published in: Littleton Independent, AND BRECKENRIDGE BREWERY 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd., #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Legal Notice No.: 14993 First Publication: February 14, 2013 Last Publication: February 14, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent

owing was $7,887.54.

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THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Notice is hereby given I shall offer for public sale to the highest bidder, for cash, at public auction, all the rights, title and interest of the Defendants in said property on March 24, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. at Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness, plus attorney fees, the expenses of sale, and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

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**BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.** Questions regarding the sale should be addressed to the Civil Division, telephone 720-874-3851. DATED December 24, 2012. J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 14932 First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: February 28, 2013 Published in: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd., #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2011CV1588, Division/Courtroom 207 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY

Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2012CV1989, Division/Courtroom 201

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NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY ROBINWOOD CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. Plaintiff, v. SETH TAYLOR; WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; and THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s). Regarding: Condominium Unit 202, Building No. 22, Robinwood Condominiums, as defined and described in the Condominium Declaration recorded on June 22, 1981 in Book 3434 at Page 674, and according to the Condominium Map recorded June 22, 1981 under Reception No. 2079769, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; Also known as: 18155 East Ohio Avenue, #202, Aurora, CO 80017. 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 Sheriff's Office of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado at 10:00 A.M. on the 11th day of April, 2013, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3851. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

HIGHLINE MEADOWS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, v. JAMES M. GOLDEN; MILLENNIUM BANK; and ANA MARIA PETERS-RUDDICK AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s).

**BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE**

Regarding: Condominium Unit No. 190104, Highline Meadows Condominiums, in accordance with the Declaration recorded October 25, 1978 in Book 2873, Page 367 and Condominium Map recorded on October 25, 1978 as Reception No. 1786266, Book 36, Page 31 and 32 of the Arapahoe County records; together with the exclusive right to use the following common elements: Parking Space 505 and 506, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; and

All telephone inquiries for information should be directed to the office of the undersigned Sheriff at 720-874-3851. The name, address and telephone number of the attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is Brianna L. Schaefer, Esq., HindmanSanchez P.C., 5610 Ward Road, Suite 300, Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310, 303.432.8999.

Condominium Unit No. 280-104, Highline Meadows Condominiums, in accordance with the Declaration recorded October 25, 1978 in Book 2873, Page 367 and Condominium Map recorded on October 25, 1978 as Reception No. 1786266, Book 36, Page 31 and 32 of the Arapahoe County records; together with the exclusive right to use the following common elements: Parking Space 224, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; and; Also known as: 280 E. Highline Circle, #104 and 190 E. Highline Circle, #104, Centennial, CO 80122. 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 Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 4th day of April, 2013, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3851. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating 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 THE TIME OF SALE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $24,577.02. All telephone inquiries for information should be directed to the office of the undersigned Sheriff at 720-874-3851. The name, address and telephone number of the attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is Brianna L. Schaefer, Esq., HindmanSanchez, P.C., 5610 Ward Rd., Suite 300, Arvada, CO 580002-1310, 303-432-8999. DATED: January 9, 2013. J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado Legal Notice No.: 14943 First Publication: February 7, 2013 Last Publication: March 7, 2013 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd, #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2012CV1989, Division/Courtroom 201 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY ROBINWOOD CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. Plaintiff, v. SETH TAYLOR; WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; and THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s).

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $24,577.02.

DATED: January 14, 2013. J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 14953 First Publication: February 14, 2013 Last Publication: March 14, 2013 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd., #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: PRIME ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION vs. Defendant(s): GUMEN R. JUAREZ David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 07 C 308562 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on June 22, 2007 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), GUMEN R. JUAREZ , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect. WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 23rd day of August, 2012. /s/ Clerk of the Court Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 14961 First Publication: January 24, 2013 Last Publication: February 21, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Also known as: 18155 East Ohio Avenue, #202, Aurora, CO 80017.

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 Sheriff's Office of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado at 10:00 A.M. on the 11th day of April, 2013, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3851. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $24,577.02.

Attorney: Brianna L. Schaefer Firm: HindmanSanchez P.C. Address: 5610 Ward Road, Suite 300 Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310 Phone Number: 303.432.8999 Fax Number: 303.432.0999 E-mail: bschaefer@hindmansanchez.com Atty. Reg. No.: 34078 Our File No.: 804.006 Case No.: 2012CV2280 SUMMONS THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of Plaintiff, as set forth in 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 or other response within twenty-one (21) days after service upon you if within the State of Colorado, or within thirty-five (35) days after service upon you if outside the State of Colorado or if served by publication pursuant to C.R.C.P. 4(g). If served by publication, service shall be complete 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 the time required, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint without further notice. This is an action affecting the real property described in the Complaint and is a proceeding in rem as well as a proceeding in personam. Dated this 3rd day of December, 2012. Respectfully submitted, HINDMANSANCHEZ P.C. Original signature of Brianna L. Schaefer is on file with the law offices of HindmanSanchez P.C. pursuant to C.R.C.P. 121, §1-26(7). /s/ Brianna L. Schaefer Brianna L. Schaefer, No. 34078 Loura K. Sanchez, No. 21050 ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF ROBINWOOD CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. Address of Plaintiff: Robinwood Condominium Association, Inc. (AFS) c/o Association Financial Services 4400 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 550 Miami, FL 33137 Legal Notice No.: 14978 First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: February 28, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE District Court, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, Colorado Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, CO 80112 IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF: MICHAEL G. AND LORETTA L. COLLINS FOR THE ADOPTION OF A CHILD Case Number: 12 JA 275 NOTICE OF HEARING To: Ethan C. Bosse. Pursuant to §19-5-208, C.R.S., you are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioners have filed in this Court a verified Petition seeking to adopt a child. An Affidavit of Abandonment has been filed alleging that you have abandoned the child for a period of one year or more and have failed without cause to provide reasonable support for the child for one year or more. You are further notified that an Adoption hearing is set on March 20, 2013, at 9:00 a.m. in the court location identified above. You are further notified that if you fail to appear for said hearing, the Court may terminate your parental rights and grant the adoption as sought by the Petitioners. Legal Notice No: 14970 First Publication: January 31, 2013 Last Publication: March 7, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice

DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, CO 80112 Court Phone: 303-649-6355

DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2012CV1478, Division/Courtroom 309

PLAINTIFF: ROBINWOOD CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. v. DEFENDANTS: SUSIE LEVIER; COLETTE LEVIER; HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES INC.; and THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO.

Case No.: 2012CV2280 SUMMONS

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY CENTRAL PARK TOWNHOMES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, v. TERRY E. GRIFFIS; MELISSA GRIFFIS; BAC HOME LOAN SERVICING, L.P.; DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; and ANA MARIA PETERS-RUDDICK AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s).

DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2012CV1478, Division/Courtroom 309

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CENTRAL PARK TOWNHOMES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, v. TERRY E. GRIFFIS; MELISSA GRIFFIS; BAC HOME LOAN SERVICING, L.P.; DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; and ANA MARIA PETERS-RUDDICK AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s). Regarding: Unit A, Building 7, Central Park Townhome Condominiums, according to the Condominium Map recorded on October 9, 2003 at Rec. No. B3222954 in the records of the Office of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado and defined and described in the Condominium Declaration for Central Park Townhome Condominiums recorded on December 13, 2001 at Rec. No. B1216045 and Amendment No. 1 recorded January 11, 2002 at Rec. No. B2008268 in said records, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; Also known as: 16902 E. Warren Place #A, Aurora, CO 80013. 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 Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 4th day of April, 2013, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3845. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating 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 THE TIME OF SALE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $19,488.71. All telephone inquiries for information should be directed to the office of the undersigned Sheriff at (720) 874-3935. The name, address and telephone number of the attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is Brianna L. Schaefer, Esq., HindmanSanchez P.C., 5610 Ward Road, Suite 300, Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310, 303.432.8999. Dated: January 30, 2013 J. Grayson Robinson Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado By: _Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 14982 First Publication: February 7, 2013 Last Publication: March 7, 2013 Published In: Littleton Independent 9137 S Ridgeline Blvd, Suite 210, Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80129

Government Legals Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT PROJECT #FSA R600-387 PROJECT ID #18042 In accordance with the notice provisions contained in 38 26 107 C.R.S. 1973 as amended, the DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, STATE OF COLORADO has established February 28, 2013 as the date of final settlement date with Adarand Constructors, Inc. for Project #FSA R600-387, Project ID #18042, in Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson Counties. Work consists of six (6) guardrail improvements. Claims containing a verified statement of the amounts due and unpaid must be in the form of a written affidavit and must be received by the CONTROLLER, Department of Transportation at 4201 E. Arkansas Avenue, Denver, Colorado, 80222, on or before 5:00 p.m. of the final settlement date above. Timothy J. Harris, P.E., Chief Engineer, Department of Transportation Legal Notice No.: 14974 First Publication: February 7, 2013 Last Publication: February 14, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF COLUMBINE VALLEY The Town of Columbine Valley will hold a Public Hearing regarding the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 6:15pm at 2 Middlefield Road, Columbine Valley, Colorado. /s/ Ann Jennings, Town Clerk Legal Notice No.: 14976 First Publication: February 14, 2013 Last Publication: February 14, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent

BE Informed!

Attorney: Brianna L. Schaefer Firm: HindmanSanchez P.C. Address: 5610 Ward Road, Suite 300 Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310 Phone Number: 303.432.8999 Fax Number: 303.432.0999 E-mail: bschaefer@hindmansanchez.com Atty. Reg. No.: 34078 Our File No.: 804.006

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS:

Regarding: Unit A, Building 7, Central Park Townhome Condominiums, according to the Condominium Map recorded on October 9, 2003 at Rec. No. B3222954 in the records of the Office of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado and defined and described in the Condominium Declaration for Central Park Townhome Condominiums recorded on December 13, 2001 at Rec. No. B1216045 and Amendment No. 1 recorded January 11, 2002 at Rec. No. B2008268 in said records, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado;

You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims Also known as: 16902 E. Warren Place of Plaintiff, as set forth in the Complaint #A, Aurora, CO 80013. filed with the Court in this action, by filing with the Clerk of this Court an Answer or TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, other response. You are required to file Please take notice: your Answer or other response within twenty-one (21) days after service upon You and each of you are hereby notified you if within the State of Colorado, or withthat a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced in thirty-five (35) days after service upon property is to be conducted by the Civil Diyou if outside the State of Colorado or if vision of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe served by publication pursuant to County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the C.R.C.P. 4(g). If served by publication, 4th day of April, 2013, at 13101 East service shall be complete on the day of Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, the last publication. A copy of the Comphone number 720-874-3845. At which plaint may be obtained from the Clerkand of city governments County run legal notices each week in this newspaper. Find out which laws are sale, the above described real property the Court. changing or newand lawsimprovements being considered; how the thereon will county be sold/ city to is spending your tax dollars; liquor the highest Plaintiff makes requirements; biddingbidder. on government projects; finalnosettlements for those projects; times and If you fail to file your Answer orlicensing other rewarranty relating to title, possession, or sponse to the Complaint in writing dates within of public hearing; and others. Remember, the government quiet enjoyment in and to said real prop- works for you. the time required, judgment by default erty in connection with this sale. may be rendered against you by the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE without further notice. CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID This is an action affecting the real propAT THE TIME OF SALE. erty described in the Complaint and is a

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**BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE**

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PLAINTIFF: ROBINWOOD CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. v. DEFENDANTS: SUSIE LEVIER; COLETTE LEVIER; HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES INC.; and THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO.

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Regarding: Condominium Unit 202, Building No. 22, Robinwood Condominiums, as defined and described in the Condominium Declaration recorded on June 22, 1981 in Book 3434 at Page 674, and according to the Condominium Map recorded June 22, 1981 under Reception No. 2079769, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado;

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