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NewDemocrats COVID-19 restrictions will prohibit indoor dining, personal gatherings introduce bill for transportation fees Fuel purchases, deliveries, rideshare trips could see added costs BY JESSE PAUL THE COLORADO SUN

Colorado Democrats formally rolled out their massive transportation fee-implementation and spending bill on May 4 with support from top business leaders and two Republicans, saying 2021 is the year to finally tackle the Holy Grail that is the state’s longstanding infrastructure deficit. “This is the year we will make it happen,” Senate Majority Leader Steve Fenberg said as Senate Bill 260 was introduced. The bill would impose new fees on motorists purchasing gasoline and diesel fuel, while also adding additional costs to deliveries, rideshare trips and electric vehicle registraCrews place the top beam in Reunion’s new STEAD School May 4. Plans call for the new agriculture-focused school to open for its first tions. The fees would raise about group of students in August. COURTESY PHOTO $3.8 billion over the next decade and, paired with an infusion of the Legislature’s general fund, contribute to more than $5 billion on spending. Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers and state Sen. Kevin Priola county is required to follow based on the By Ellis Arnold of Henderson wereoutside the twothe Re- city of Brighton’s rapid testing site at A long line of cars severity of a county’s local virus spread. Colorado Community Media Educational Excellence.” co-founder Kelly Leid said. “They publicans who joined Democrats, Riverdale Regional Park. The site has had to close early many days in recent The dialran grewthat out group of the state’s Leid for itssafer-atfirst farmed this land. It was a dry land including Gov. Jared Polis, at a news weeks due to to announce high demand. Adams County’s 14-day test positivity rate As Denver metrogrew counties continue to home order thenow policy that came after eight years.—It’s called Buildwheat farm that winter wheat, conference the legislainch closer to and localother stay-at-home orders Education. the statewide stay-at-home order this owers, kinds of farm- Strong tion. was 15.9 percent, as of Nov. 17, according to Tri-County Health Department. sunfl “At the of our homebuilding and ranching.” “As a conservative Republican, I’mpositivity rates were both higher than under Colorado’s system of coronavirusspring androot allowed numerous types of Brighton and Commerce City’s test ing business has been a real focus But another part of the inspiranot here this afternoon because I’m related restrictions, the state announced businesses to reopen. 13 percent. Forty-five people in Brighton and 29 in Commerce City have on assuring or helping to facilitate tion for the new school came from a fan of everything going on with BY SCOTT TAYLOR a new level of rules that prohibits indoor Theschools state recently to color in diedColorado from COVID-19 related health the spread of COVID-19, great in theswitched communities home builders themselves. The the Legislature these daysissues. To limit STAYLOR@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM dining and personal gatherings — a identifiers — levels blue, yellow and which we build,” Leid said. “When school is an outgrowth of Oakwood — from it,” Suthers said.to“But I restrictions that prohibits indoor and at far least 15 counties moved tighter change that applies to the majority of the we became the master builder for orange rather than numbered levels — to Homes development in Commerce am here to support this transportaPart of the inspiration for a new personal gatherings. Reunion back in 2017, we started a City’s Reunion neighborhood and tion package, because I believe Colo- agriculture-themed high school Denver metro area and many counties in avoid confusion. Until Nov. 17, level red dialogue with 27J.” owner Pat Hamill’s philosophy . rado must move forward to invest in Commerce City came from the other regions. meant a stay-at-home order. Now, level BuildStrong Education, an Oak“For the last 20 to 25 years, one of in its transportation infrastructure, ground where it’s being built. The state’s COVID-19 dial, which has red — Homes “severe risk” — is the secondwood Foundation, chamthe things Pat was confronted with and this is the best, most collabora“The Fulenwider family has Photo by Belen Ward been in effect since September, is the set pioned the STEAD School. The was the challenge of the quality of tive effort that I’ve seen to do so.” owned that land forever and it used of differentLeid levelssaid. of restrictions that each schools,” “What came to a be a part of a 40,000-acre farm Please see RESTRICTIONS, Page 2 out of that was the Foundation for called Boxelder Farms,” school SEE TRANSPORTATION, P4 SEE STEAD, P3

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9/29/1929 - 5/5/2021 Marjorie Gates, 91, of Eaton, passed away on Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at Windsong at Northridge Nursing Facility in Greeley. She was born September 29, 1929, in Boulder, Colorado, to Neil & Ruth (Vinger) Davis. She was a 1947 graduate of Fort Lupton High School and went on to attend Colorado State College of Education. She later worked at the Fort Lupton High School as a librarian until she retired in 1995. Prior to finishing her education, Marjorie worked at the Star Theatre in Fort Lupton as a ticket taker. It was there that she met Jimmie J. Gates. He would ride the bus from Platteville to see a show, but mostly to see Marjorie. They married on May 12, 1951, in Greeley and were married for 51 years. Marjorie enjoyed knitting and crocheting. She made many blankets, hats, mittens, sweaters and did needlepoint tablecloths. She loved reading, doing crossword puzzles, and her exercise classes at Bonell Good Samaritan. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Eaton and the Order of Eastern Star in Fort Lupton. Marjorie’s greatest joy in her life was her children and grandchildren. She would often say, “the best times in her life were with her children and her family.” She is survived by her sons, Bruce (Margie) Gates of

San Luis Rey, California, David Gates of Greeley, Colorado, and Kevin (Margaret) Gates of Denver, Colorado, a daughter, Jane (Mike) Martin of Eaton, Colorado, 6 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmie Gates, her parents, Neil & Ruth Davis, a son, Eric Gates, a sister, Elizabeth Pappas, and a brother-in-law, Mike Pappas. Our family would like to say a Special Thank You to Bristol Hospice, especially Kaitlyn, Chaplain Hope, and Wendy, for their unconditional care for our mother and the love they provided for her throughout her journey. Also, a Special Thank You to Windsong at Northridge Memory Care Staff for their constant care, love, and support for our mother, especially during this past year when our family could not be there in person. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 10, 2021, at Hillside Cemetery in Fort Lupton. The family will host an open house following the Graveside Service at Jane and Mike Martin 35347 CR 39 Eaton Colorado from 1: 00 to 4:00. An online guestbook and obituary are available at www.moserfuneralservice.com.

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September 29, 1940 – May 6, 2021 Robert Moran, 80 passed away on May 6, hand to his family, friends, neighbors and 2021 at the Inglenook Memory Care Living sometimes complete strangers. He was the Facility in Brighton, CO., with his loving type of guy who would give you the shirt off family by his side after a long battle with his back and probably his shoes and socks Alzheimer’s disease. Bob was born in Boston, too, if he thought you needed them. Bob MA., to the late Thomas J. Moran and Mary loved to surf cast on Salisbury Beach and Plum Island (Moon) Moran on September 29, 1940. beach, where he enjoyed the ocean, he was an avid Bob was raised in Somerville, MA and graduated from Boston Red Sox fan and attended many games with Somerville Trade High School, Somerville, MA, Class his family at Fenway Park and cried and cheered when of 1960. In February 1965 he met the love of his life they won the World Series in 2004, he also was a fan Phyllis Fabin at the Boston City Club, when he asked of the New England Patriots and the Boston Bruins, her “Why aren’t you smiling?” While it might not have he enjoyed spending time and playing with his much been the best line, the two began dating and in August loved grandson, Zachary, you could always find him 1965 they became in engaged. Bob and Phyllis were down on the floor with him playing cars and trucks or married on August 27, 1966 in a Catholic ceremony at running around the yard with Nerf guns, and lastly he the Immaculate Conception Church, Cambridge, MA. loved and was madly devoted to his dogs, Brandy-Mae, Eddie and Gunny, where he spent countless hours In 1967, they welcomed a daughter, Donna E. Moran walking with them at the dog park. and in 1968 a son, Robert P. Moran. In 1972 they moved to Salisbury, MA to raise their family by the In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by seacoast. his brother, Thomas H. Moran. In 1972 Bob took job at Exxon, USA, Everett, MA, where he began his career with the company as trucker driver delivering heating oil and gasoline, before becoming a plant operator where he remained until his retirement in 1997. After his retirement Bob and Phyllis decided to move to Lochbuie, Colorado in 2006, for a new adventure and to spend more time with their son and his family. Bob loved a good joke and to laugh and was always smiling with a sunny outlook on life. He was a friendly man, he loved to talk to people everywhere he went, we always said after his retirement that he should have gotten a job as people greeter at Walmart, because he always liked meeting people with smile and a “how are you doing today?!” He was a humble man who never ask for anything for himself and always put his family needs first. Bob was always willing lend a helping

Bob is survived by his beloved and devoted wife Phyllis M. Moran, of Lochbuie, CO, who he would have celebrated 55 years of marriage this year, his daughter, Donna E. Moran, of Salisbury, MA, his son, Robert P. Moran and his wife Renee, and his loved grandson, Zachary P. Moran of Westminster, CO. He also survived by his sister, Carol Zinram of Erie, PA., and several nieces, nephews and other extended family members from Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Nevada. Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Friday, May 14, 2021, 11:00 AM at TaborRice Funeral Home (www.taborfuneralhome.com), 75 South 13th Avenue, Brighton, CO. In lieu of flowers memorial donations be made to the MSPCA (www. mspca.org) or the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz. org).

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James Robert Barclay Jr. James Robert Barclay, 80, of Fort Lupton, Colorado passed away on April 21, 2021. James was born and raised in Denver, Colorado and he was the eldest child born to James and Eileen (Garrison) Barclay. James graduated from Lakewood High School in 1959 where he was a Division 4 wrestler and member of the track team. After graduation, he attended the Colorado School of Mines. James became a master electrician working on major projects such as the Eisenhower Tunnel and Denver International Airport. He received his “50 Year” service pin from Local Electrician Union, Local 68.

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James Singleton Kimmel January 4, 1935 - May 1, 2021

James Singleton Kimmel, age 86, passed away on May 1, 2021 at his residence in Hudson, Colorado. He was born on January 4, 1935 in Flat Rock, Illinois to Leo and Irene (Hewitt) Kimmel. James went to school in Illinois and continued his education and went to work in Construction contracting until his passing. He married Donna L. Markus. He was a very loving and devoted husband for 50+ years. He loved his wife Donna dearly along with the rest of his family. Jim would do anything for anybody at the drop of a hat. His two passions when he wasn’t working or staying

busy were hunting and fishing. He sincerely loved all of his brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Donna; along with all of his children from a previous marriage, Bill, Jimmy and Cheryl. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Joe Kimmel, Leo Kimmel, Waneta Timmerman, Leon Goodwin, Elbert Avery, Ruby Sykes, and Leon Kimmel. Tabor Funeral Home, Brighton, Colorado, handled arrangements. Visit TaborFuneralHome.com to share memories of James and condolences with his family.

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May 11, 2021

Keeping the community in Colorado Community Media

ast week in this space you were able to hear from Ann and Jerry Healey, who have entrusted their collection of 24 community newspapers to us at the newly formed Colorado News Conservancy. This week, as the new owners and operators of this newspaper, we want to give you an opportunity to hear directly from us and learn about our plans. With an eye toward retirement, grandkids and new adventures, Ann and Jerry sold Colorado Community Media to the Conservancy. The Conservancy is a partnership between the National Trust for Local News and The Colorado Sun, a local digital news organization that some of you may already know. We were aided by a network of Colorado organizations who share our commitment to keeping newspapers in local hands and to ensuring that you continue to benefit from the unique, hyperlocal coverage that you have come to expect from this newspaper and the others in the CCM family. One of the Colorado Community Media newspapers has been serving its community for more than 150 years, and others have decades of history. We feel a deep responsi-

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school will offer students experiential learning through the use of hands-on materials, interdependent projects, cooperative learning, individualized lessons, internships and community service. The school is set to open its doors to its first class of students in August in Reunion, near the intersection of Tower Road and 104th Avenue. The school hit a milestone on May 4 when crews completed work on the building’s frame. “The school sits at the nexus of urban, rural and suburban interests,” Leid said. “Brighton is just to the north and Bennett and farmland are to the east and old Commerce City is just to the south. Part of the goal is finding a way to bring these kids together from these different experiences to solve really big problems regarding food, energy and the

bility to continue that legacy and ensure your paper is still providing quality news and information for decades to come, as well as bringing the businesses that provide the core financial support for these publications together with readers in the local communities they serve. So what will change, and what won’t? We’ve already heard those questions from readers and local business owners who feel strong ties to the reporters, editors, sales staff and others who bring the news to you. For starters, we are seeking to fill the big shoes of Jerry Healey

in the role of publisher. We are looking for someone who is as passionate about community and local service as Jerry has been. We are so grateful that he has agreed to stay on this month to help ensure we have a smooth transition.

We do not plan the staff cutbacks, cost-cutting or layoffs that have become far too common in the news business these days. In fact, we are looking to bolster the fine work already being done to serve you, the readers and supporters of this paper. Our job is to keep your local media strong and growing. The Colorado Community Media name will stay the same, as will the name of the newspaper you know and trust. The same goes for the phone numbers, email addresses and the website of your paper. You can reach out to the hard-working people here at the paper in the same ways you always have. We purchased Colorado Community Media because we are committed to serving our readers, our local businesses and our communities and to sustaining the important community role played by these papers. We want to thank Ann and Jerry once again for their hard work and dedication over the years to providing community media to your town and others. We promise them — and you — that we will work hard to serve you and make you proud.

environment.” Leid said the school plans to accept 175 students for the graduating class of 2025. They’ll add 175 first-year students each year until the school reaches its full enrollment of 700 students across grades 9-12, all drawn from District 27J’s student population via a lottery. “It’s a weighted lottery and the over-arching goal is to be as diverse as possible and to meet the district’s targets,” Leid said. “We need to balance the school’s demographics, boy-to-girl as well as kids of color and etcetera.” The public charter high school, part of the School District 27J, broke ground in January 2021 and is expected to be complete just in time for the inaugural freshman class in fall 2021. Plans call for developing a ten-acre site that will expand in phases with multiple pre-engineered buildings designed to look and feel like barns. Auxiliary specialty workshops and labs will support real-world learning

experiences. Roots in Agriculture STEM schools are a standard across the country, focusing students on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. STEAM Schools, a more recent subset, adds Arts to the mix. Leid thinks the new Commerce City school is Colorado’s only STEAD school, focusing on Science, Technology, Environment, Agriculture and Design. “This is a culmination of our work over the last 20 years,” Leid said. “We are going to focus on agriculture, so animal, plant, environmental and food science,” Leid said. “Across those four pathways are upwards of 3,000 different career possibilities, some of them in Ag, some not. Agriculture is the platform to learn and to engage. We’d obviously love to see kids stay in agriculture because we need to eat and drink and hope we can keep the planet healthy. Our kids will learn to do that in real-time.” The goal is less to promote farm-

ing as a career but to use agriculture itself as a teaching method, he said. “It’s taking all of the classic focus areas — math, science, literature, social studies, geography — and using this thing called agriculture, this massive subject, as a vehicle to teach,” Leid said. “Kids are going to learn about the environment through the lens of agriculture. They’ll learn about the history of agriculture, about social studies, geography.” The goal so to end up with a cohort of graduates who understand science and its applications in the real world. Cal Fulenwider, who donated the land for the school, agreed. “Climate change, water stewardship, conservation, responsible agriculture and technology are critical as we move forward,” Fulenwider said in a written statement. “That’s what this school is all about. This school is a prototype — we have goals to expand this nationally because we think that’s the responsibility that this generation has to future generations.”

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From left, Elizabeth Hansen Shapiro and Lillian Ruiz, co-founders of the National Trust for Local News, and Larry Ryckman, editor-in-chief of The Colorado Sun, are leaders of the Colorado News Conservancy partnership that has purchased Colorado Community Media.

The Colorado News Conservancy is a public benefit corporation formed to preserve Colorado Community Media and ensure that its 24 weekly and monthly newspapers remain locally owned. The Conservancy is a joint venture by the National Trust for Local News and The Colorado Sun. The Trust is a new, national nonprofit organization formed to provide the financing, new ownership structures and expertise needed for established news organizations around the country to become sustainable and deeply grounded in their communities. The Sun is a journalist-owned, award-winning digital news outlet that strives to cover all of Colorado, bring understanding to important issues and contribute to a more vibrant, informed and whole Colorado. To contact us, email CNC@ColoradoCommunityMedia.com or call 303-5664100.

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May 11, 2021

North Metro PDs tackle street racing There isn’t one way to address the instensifying street racing problem, area police explain BY LIAM ADAMS LADAMS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Street racing and related issues, such as spontaneous car parties, have become an issue that has intensified throughout the Denver metro area and Brighton, Northglenn, Thornton and Westminster police departments are taking individual and collective steps to address it. Reducing street racing isn’t as straightforward as issuing speeding tickets, however, representatives of the police departments said. Westminster, for example, is working with businesses to shore up space where car parties occur, while Brighton is ramping up patrols. Since January, Northglenn PD

has received 27 traffic complaints related to street racing, a third of which has been on I-25. Brighton PD has received 18 calls for service, primarily near the King Soopers along 50th Avenue. Westminster PD has received “numerous complaints,” said spokesman Ray Esslinger. The department didn’t have precise numbers because it was hard to sort out complaints specifically about street racing and other issues, like noise nuisances, Esslinger said. Street racing in Westminster has occurred along U.S. Highway 36 and Huron Street between 120th Avenue and 144th Avenue. In what strictly qualifies as a street race, none of the departments have recorded any fatalities since January. All four departments are part of a 34-member task force on street racing led by Colorado State Patrol that also includes the Commerce City Police Department, Adams County Sheriff ’s Office and the 17th Judicial District Attorney’s office. Representatives of various depart-

ments are meeting to brainstorm the most effective strategies to curb street racing, though they already have one advisement for street racers: take advantage of state patrol’s “Take it to the Track” program at Bandimere Speedway in Jefferson County. Metro police departments already know Bandimere won’t cut it, since the pandemic made for less busy roads, an appealing prospect to street racers. Thus, Thornton and Northglenn have beefed up enforcement in areas and at times where street racing is more likely to occur. Westminster, Brighton, Thornton and Northglenn all have assigned a specific person or team to study the issue and develop mitigation strategies. Some departments are also reducing car parties that pop up in large parking lots. Car enthusiasts will, on a whim, gather in the parking lots of businesses or shopping malls, to show off their cars to one another, said Westminster Police Sgt. Terry Hasse, the department’s

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• The total general fund contribution would rise to $1.5 billion from $1.2 billion • The total dollars in the plan increases to $5.3 billion from $5 billion • $2.5 million would be set aside for Front Range rail, up from no allocation in earlier versions of the measure

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Suthers says he opposed a recent proposal to raise sales taxes to pay for Colorado’s transportation needs, but that he thinks the measure introduced May 4 strikes the best balance possible, making road users pay their fair share and lawmakers open their purse strings. “While I personally would prefer perhaps a greater contribution of general fund, or more money into highway construction and less into multimodal, I’m a political realist and I understand political compromise,” he said. “And I don’t see a better package coming through the Legislature or the voters anytime soon. And I strongly believe we simply cannot kick this can down the road any longer.” Mike Kopp, president and CEO of Colorado Concern, and Kelly Brough, president and CEO of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, were also at the news conference to voice their support. Kopp called the measure a “breakthrough step.” Most Republicans balk at fees The GOP support is notable because Republicans at the Legislature have generally chafed at the notion of raising fees to pay for transportation projects. Most conservatives, including the powerful group Americans for Prosperity Colorado, think voter approval should be sought before any new costs are placed on motorists and question the legality of the fee structure. “It is unconscionable that our lawmakers could even think of moving forward with all the negative feedback they have received with only weeks left in the session to spare,” AFP Colorado State Director Jesse Mallory said in a written statement. “Coloradans, their families, and their businesses cannot possibly shoulder another financial burden after the pandemic. If our lawmakers can’t carry out the duties of

street racing point person. Many times, the gatherings won’t escalate and at worst, be noisy. However, it will sometimes lead to street racing, Hasse said. Westminster PD is working with businesses to provide no-trespass orders for car clubs congregating in their lots. The department is also reaching out to car clubs directly and asking them to have peaceful gatherings. Esslinger said, “We as an agency and other agencies are open to working with all the car clubs for a solution.” Westminster police and the other departments emphasized they are taking the issue seriously, even if it sometimes feels that the issue is rampant. Though the issue is complex, Esslinger said, “The last thing any police officer would want to do is knock on anybody’s door and report to that family member that somebody had lost their life due to this behavior of street racing that could have been prevented.”

House Speaker Alec Garnett, D-Denver, speaks at the Colorado Capitol on May 4 about Senate Bill 260 to raise and spend millions on transportation. PHOTO BY JESSE PAUL/THE COLORADO SUN

their position and hold themselves accountable to voters, then we will — plain and simple.” Mallory’s group plans to cosponsor a 2022 ballot measure with Colorado Rising State Action, another conservative group, to give voters the option to reduce the gasoline tax in response to the Legislature’s fee plan. Sen. Ray Scott, R-Grand Junction, said during a Colorado Sun forum on transportation funding recently that enacting fees would be “incredibly dangerous to our economy and to the well-being of people in Colorado.” Scott said his party would instead like to see a quarter of the roughly $4 billion Colorado is receiving from the latest coronavirus relief package used for transportation. “We could solve every fiscal problem — from K-12, to higher ed, to roads and bridges — with this money if we don’t get distracted.” But Priola and Suthers rejected their fellow conservatives’ argument. Priola said he thinks Senate Bill 260 spreads the burden around

fairly, and Suthers — who is also Colorado’s former attorney general — said he is confident the fees are legal and will hold up in court. The governor said support from people like Priola and Suthers proves that the policy strikes the right balance. “It’s rare to see people of so many different perspectives coming together around something that we need to do,” Polis said. “Most importantly, this bill is for you. It’s to finally fix our damn roads.” Parts of the bill were first unveiled to reporters in March, but several changes have been made since then. Those alterations include: Gasoline and diesel fuel fees would start lower — at 2 cents per gallon starting in July 2022 — and increase 1 cent every year up to 8 cents • The delivery fee was initially set at 25 cents, but it has been hiked to 27 cents • The additional fee on top of the existing $50 charge for electric vehicle owners would be increased by a range of $55 to $159 instead of by a range of $60.19 to $153.20

Some proposals stayed same Some elements did not change between the earlier version and the one introduced on May 4. That includes plans to charge a new, fee of 30 cents per trip on Uber and Lyft rides starting in 2022 and eventually increasing it based on the federal Consumer Price Index. The fee would be cut in half for people carpooling in a rideshare, or riding in an electric vehicle. Republicans and Democrats have been battling over how to fund transportation projects in Colorado for years. Voters in recent years have rejected ballot questions to raise taxes, bond and retain excess tax revenue to pay for infrastructure. The money generated by the new fees would go toward a myriad of projects and not just expanding existing roadways. “This will help us reach our climate goals through electrifications and also by investing in multi-modal transportation,” said Sen. Faith Winter, a Westminster Democrat and prime sponsor of the transportation-funding bill. House Speaker Alec Garnett, a Denver Democrat who is also a prime sponsor of the bill, said Colorado is losing its competitive edge because of its transportationfunding deficit. “We have a transportation crisis in Colorado,” he said. “It doesn’t have to be this way.” Colorado Sun staff writer Lucy Haggard contributed to this report. This story is from The Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned news outlet based in Denver and covering the state. Used by permission. For more, and to support The Colorado Sun, visit coloradosun.com.

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May 11, 2021

Adams 14 superintendent search: One person standing Linkous bows out, citing family concerns BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

A day after a Zoom interview for the job of Adams 14 superintendent, one of the candidates bowed out. “After much thought and deliberation with myself and my family, I feel this the best decision for us at this time,” Stephen Linkous said in a statement, according to chalkbeat. org. “I apologize for the timing of this decision. I would sincerely like to thank your organization and the board of education for your understanding.” After an hour of a Zoom visit with the then-two finalists for the job as

Fallen officer memorial The late Commerce City Detective Curt Holland will be among police officers honored during the Weld County Fallen Officer Memorial ceremony at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 13, at Bittersweet Park, 35th Avenue and 16th Street, Greeley. The Weld County Sheriff ’s Office hosts this ceremony each year to honor peace officers throughout the country who died in the line of duty. In 2020, there were 362 peace officers who died on the job, which is up from 150 in 2019. The stark increase is attributable to the pandemic, as 234 officers died due to Coronavirus-related health complications, according to a press statement. Three of those officers were from Colorado -- El Paso County Deputy Sheriff Jeffrey C. Hopkins, April 1, 2020; Larimer County Department of Natural Resources Ranger Brendan P. Unitt, Aug. 20; and Holland, Oct. 16. Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams will serve as the master of ceremonies for the event. He will be joined by several local chiefs of police who will help read the names of 2020’s fallen officers. The event also will feature a flag raising ceremony, a 21-gun salute and the playing of “Taps.” No Memorial Day parade Commerce City will not play host to the state’s largest Memorial Day parade for the second year in a row, thanks to coronavirus. Instead, the plan in conjunction with the Commerce City Veterans Commission is to honor those who have died in service of their country with a Memorial Day program at Veterans Memorial Park, 6015 Forest Drive. The ceremony will include a color guard, the national anthem, a wreath laying, and more. Details will be posted at c3gov.com/parade. ‘In Memory’ display for Wall That Heals event extended The city of Brighton said the deadline to submit names for the “In Memory” display (part of “The Wall That Heals” program coming to Brighton over Labor day weekend) is July 31. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund’s In Memory program honors

Adams 14 superintendent, one thing was clear. Communication within the community is important to both Linkous and Karla Loria. Linkous is the chief of staff for the Kansas City Public Karla Loria. SCREENSHOT Schools. Loria is the chief academic officer for the Clark County School District in Nevada. “We have to work collaboratively as a board and the community at large to ensure that this ‘is not done to us by the district,’” Loria said. “We have to ensure high expectations for everyone and adopt a ‘noexcuse’ mentality.’”

Community engagement is important to Linkous, too. “I can take out my phone right now -- I won’t because this is an interview -- and call the KCK (Kansas City, Kansas) Chamber of Commerce and see what we can work on,” Linkous said. “Before COVID, we worked on a strategic plan. We had a full cafeteria of people. We got to know them and were able to discuss hot-button issues.” As a result of that kind of interaction, Linkous said the graduation rates increased in his district. “They weren’t where we wanted them to be,” Linkous said. “We started those discussions with a question about the best barbecue place in town. The purpose was to engage. Everyone has a Facebook page. Everyone has a Twitter page. Our question is how to we utilize

social media to get the word out. Loria said the district has to focus on building trusting relationships. “We need to reach out to the stakeholders,” she said. “When I reached out to our elected officials, there was a feeling that they were not on the same page as the rest of the district. We were able to meet one on one and allow them to meet me and hear what we wanted for our students.” Those meetings turned into quarterly updates. “We need to work with the cities and resources available outside the schools and bring those together to support students in the district,” Loria said. “If we build engaging and trusting relationships, we’ll be able to construct ways to solve problems.”

News Briefs those who returned from the war and later died. The wall will be in Carmichael Park, 650 E. Southern St. To apply online, visit www.VVMF. org/In-Memory-Program. Gummball rally The fourth annual Gummball Rally is set for 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at Riverdale Regional Park, East 124th Avenue and Brighton Road. The 5K run is in memory of Adams County sheriff ’s deputy Heath Gumm, who died in the line of duty in Janu-

ary 2018. The fee is $30 for racers 13 years of age and older (T-shirt guaranteed with a paid entry by Sunday, Aug. 6), and older, $10 for those 12 and under with a T-shirt guaranteed with a paid entry by Aug. 6 and free for racers 12 and under (no T-shirt). Visit https://gummball5k.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=11277. ONGOING Help for Homes

Senior meals Eagle View Adult Center and Volunteers of America are offering a box of five frozen meals delivered to your home. You must be 60 or older and be a resident of Brighton. The suggested contribution for the meals is $2.50 meal / $12.50 per box, although the ability to pay is not the deciding factor if you are eligible. Boxes are delivered Thursdays. Call 303-655-2075 and leave your name and phone number.

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Prairie View’s Payten Wilson and Thompson Valley’s Macie Oberhammer want control of the ball during the teams’ non-conference game May 6 at PVHS. The Eagles used three PHOTO BY STEVE SMITH goals from Marit Klagge to pick up a 6-3 win. Cienna Rush, Chloe Gray and Brooklyn McKinney scored the goals for Prairie View.

Ravens return to the field with a win BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

It seems reasonably certain that the Riverdale Ridge baseball team was happy to get back on a field and play a game May 5, its first in almost two years. As for coach Ray Garza, he wasn’t sure what to expect. “ I was a little worried to start. It ended up working for us,” Garza said. “We have a good core of kids that gel well together. A number of kids have done a lot of work in the time we’ve been away, whether it’s with baseball-related skills, their body. That was the biggest key. These kids had to do something on their own.” Whether it was the offseason work or the preseason lineup of games so that Garza and his staff could find the right players to fill the slots on the team, it worked out well for RRHS. The Ravens scored nine times in their last three turns at-bat and beat visiting Berthoud 9-5. Dakota Pruitt had three hits, including a two-run single in the fifth inning to tie the score. Elijah Lofton then added an RBI double to pad RRHS’ lead to 6-4. He finished with two hits and two RBIs. “It was the jitters. We haven’t

played in two years,” Pruitt said. “We were just getting those first ABs out of the way, settling into our spot. We played the ball we know how to play.” “Once we got the timing with the pitcher, we made contact, put the ball in play. They made mistakes,” Lofton said. “We played with the lead. Our timing was off, not seeing live pitching for a week or two. Once we got to it, we put the ball in play.” RRHS had a tough time finding a solution to Berthoud’s starting pitcher, Matt Jorissen. He struck out six in 4 1/3 innings of starting pitching. “Coach Garza did a great job of settling us down in the box,” Pruitt said. “The guys really took to that. We came out slow. But that pitcher was gone after we got a good talkingto from coach Garza.” “I choked up on the bat, lessened my stride,” Lofton said. “I hit for contact.” Mason Richard picked up the win. He gave up two hits over three innings. It was the Ravens’ first game in almost two years. Lawson Dawes had a base hit and two RBIs for the Spartans. Jorissen added a couple of base hits. “It’s more important to win the way we won. As a team playing to-

Riverdale Ridge’s Dakota Pruitt follows through on a throw to first base against BerPHOTOS BY STEVE SMITH thoud May 5.

gether, good results happen,” Lofton said. Pruitt said the win was more important. “If you’re scrapping, a win is a win when it comes down to the scorebooks,” Pruitt said. “it’s a win. We’ll take a win. We’re looking to put more wins in the win column.” “We didn’t play very well. But because of those (preseason) games,

we were able to have some reps, some practice in order for us to do what we did today,” Garza said. “We’ve gained a couple of good players, and that’s been a plus. We’re hoping to continue to build talent. As we continue to win, we hope that brings in more talent.”

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S P O R T S SCORECARD Prairie View High School

Cancellation Prairie View’s May 3 game at Boulder was called off, as was the ThunderHawks’ weekend trip to Grand Junction because of quarantine issues. The ThunderHawks’ May 20 lacrosse match at Clear Creek High School also was canceled. Lacrosse Lewis-Palmer downed Prairie View 19-4 in Brighton May 7. No stats were available. Girls tennis Prairie View blanked Northglenn 7-0 in Brighton May 4. The T-Hawks’ Faith Whittington (No. 1 singles), Lindsey Dalton (No. 2 singles), Faith Miller (No. 3 singles) and the No. 1 doubles team of Brianna

Morgan and Taylor Pollock won their matches in straight sets. PVHS also blanked Vista Peak 7-0 in Aurora May 6. Whittington, Faith Miller (Np. 2 singles), Dalton (No. 3 singles), and all four doubles teams (Morgan and Pollock, Lynzie Maestas and Sophie Williams, Abby Bernhardt and Emma Coates and Kelsey Anderson and Jayde Cummings) won their matches in straight sets. Girls golf Prairie View’s Lily Nelson won the EMAC North area tournament at Buffalo Run Golf Course. She carded a 4-over 76 at the May 7 meet. Lilliana Ritter took second among the ThunderHawks’ golfers and finished fifth overall with her score of 135. Maddie Klink finished sixth after carding a 136. PVHS won the team stroke title by 33 shots over rival Brighton High School.

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Public Notices call Bobi 303.659.2522 Legals City and County PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the following ordinances passed on second and final reading on the 3rd day of May 2021, by the City Council of Commerce City, Colorado and will be in full force and effect five days after this publication. 2326 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2021 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY THE RECOGNITION OF THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL AFFAIRS GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $26,000 FOR OFFICERS MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT PROGRAM AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE THEREOF. Copies of said ordinances are on file in the Office of the City Clerk, City of Commerce City, 7887 E. 60th Ave., Commerce City, CO 80022, for public inspection during the hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. During instances of the city facilities being closed, electronic copies may be requested via email to dgibson@c3gov.com. BY ORDER OF CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COMMERCE CITY BY: Jordan D. Roberts, Deputy City Clerk Legal Ad No.: CCX111186 Published in the Sentinel Express: Tuesday, May 11, 2021

of the City Clerk, City of Commerce City at 7887 E. 60th Ave., Commerce City, CO 80022, for public inspection during the hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. During instances of the city facilities being closed, electronic copies may be requested via email to dgibson@c3gov.com. BY ORDER OF CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COMMERCE CITY Legal Ad No.: CCX111185 BY: Jordan Roberts, Deputy City Clerk Published in the Sentinel Express: Tuesday, May 11, 2021

PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the following ordinances were introduced on first reading on the 3rd day of May 2021, by the City Council of Commerce City and will be considered on second and final reading on the 17th day of May 2021. INTRODUCED BY: ALLEN-THOMAS, FRANK, GRIMES, GUARDIOLA, HURST, HUSEMAN, MADERA, NOBLE, SMITH Ordinance Z-945-17-19-21 – AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE AMENDMENT OF THE NEXUS NORTH AT DIA PUD ZONE DOCUMENT TO INCORPORATE 12 ADDITIONAL ACRES OF ADJACENT PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF TELLURIDE ROAD AND E 84TH AVE., INTO THE PUD ZONE DISTRICT, IN COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO. Ordinance 2329 – AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE LEASE OF EQUIPMENT AND THE EXECUTION BY THE CITY OF A MASTER LEASE AGREEMENT WITH ALL COPY PRODUCTS, INC., A RENTAL AGREEMENT WITH FRANCOTYP-POSTALIA, D/B/A FP MAILING SOLUTIONS,\ INC. AND RELATED DOCUMENTS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT; SETTING FORTH PARAMETERS AND RESTRICTIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER RELATED MATTERS. Copies of said ordinances are on file in the Office of the City Clerk, City of Commerce City at 7887 E. 60th Ave., Commerce City, CO 80022, for public inspection during the hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. During instances of the city facilities being closed, electronic copies may be requested via email to dgibson@c3gov.com. BY ORDER OF CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COMMERCE CITY BY: Jordan Roberts, Deputy City Clerk Legal Ad No.: CCX111184 Published in the Sentinel Express: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 NOTICE OF SUBDIVISION PLAT APPROVAL COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO Notice is hereby given that the following subdivision(s) will be considered for approval by the City of Commerce City Community Development Director on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. S-747-19-21: Second Creek Holdings, LLC is requesting approval of the Second Creek Filing No.3 to create a new residential filing of 511 single family residential lots bounded by Telluride Street to the west, Gramma Gulch to the south, Second Creek Plaza Drive to the north, and Tower Road to the east, zoned PUD (Planned Unit Development District).

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NOTICE OF SUBDIVISION PLAT APPROVAL COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO Notice is hereby given that the following subdivision(s) will be considered for approval by the City of Commerce City Community Development Director on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. S-615-14-20-21: IOV 8780 93rd Place, LLC, is requesting approval of the Marty Farms Subdivision Filing No. 5- Amendment No. 1 for a final plat of approximately 11.88 acres of property located at 8780 93rd place, zoned PUD (Planned Unit Development District) for future industrial development. The case file(s) and a copy of the Land Development Code of the City together with the subdivision plat are on file for review by emailing the Community Development Department at cdplanner@ c3gov.com. Any owner of property located within 300 feet of the subject property may invoke the public hearing process by submitting said objections in writing to the Director of Community Development in accordance with Sec. 21-3241 by no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, May 17, 2021. Director of Community Development Legal Ad No.: CCX111189 Commerce City Sentinel Express Tuesday, May 11, 2021. NOTICE OF SUBDIVISION PLAT APPROVAL COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO Notice is hereby given that the following subdivision(s) will be considered for approval by the City of Commerce City Community Development Director on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. S-716-18-21: Oakwood Homes is requesting approval of Reunion Ridge Filing No. 1, Amendment No. 2 to replat a 16.5 acres tract into 111 lots and 5 associated tracts for single family residential development. The property is located at the southwest corner of 104th Avenue and Potomac Street and is zoned PUD (Planned Unit Development District). The case file(s) and a copy of the Land Development Code of the City together with the subdivision plat are on file for review by emailing the Community Development Department at cdplanner@ c3gov.com. Any owner of property located within 300 feet of the subject property may invoke the public hearing process by submitting said objections in writing to the Director of Community Development in accordance with Sec. 21-3241 by no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, May 17, 2021. Director of Community Development

Legal Ad No.: CCX111190 Commerce City Sentinel Express Tuesday, May 11, 2021. CITY OF COMMERCE CITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will also be held on May 24, 2020 to consider the hotel/restaurant license application of TA Operating LLC dba Travel Centers of America at 5101 Quebec St, filed on March 11, 2021. Managing members are Mark Young at 27 Salcombe St #2, Dorchester, MA 02125, Barry Richards at 7774 Rice Rd., Amherst, OH 44001, Jennifer Clark at 88 Hudson Rd, Sudbury, MA 01776, Peter Crage at 11119 Coniston Way, Windemere, FL 34786, Jonathan Petrchik at 165 Channel Dr, Naples, FL 34108, and Adam Portnoy at 198 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA, 02116. The public hearing will held via Zoom at 10:00 AM. Legal Ad No.: CCX111191 Published by: The Sentinel Express May 11, 2021 CITY OF COMMERCE CITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will also be held on May 24, 2020 to consider the hotel/restaurant license application of Gutierrez Family Corporation dba Mama’s Cafe at 6025 Parkway Dr, filed on March 11, 2021. Corporate officer is Fernando Gutierrez at 825 Galena St, Aurora, CO 80010. The public hearing will held via Zoom at 10:00 AM. Legal Ad No.: CCX111192 Published by: The Sentinel Express May 11, 2021

Storage Liens/Vehicle Titles Abandoned Vehicle Sale Barrett Towing LLC 7627 Dahlia Street Commerce City Co 80022 720-656-5020 2006 Ford F-150 Vin# BO4494 Legal Ad No.: CCX111183 First Publication: May11, 2021 Last Publication: May 11, 2021 Published In: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Notice to Creditors NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Janet R. Swank, Deceased Case Number 2021PR19 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 28, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Norman J. Union 7631 Brighton Blvd. Commerce City, CO 80022 Personal Representative

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Metropolitan Districts INVITATION FOR BID(s) EAGLE CREEK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT FENCE REPLACEMENT PROJECT

Sealed BID(s) for the above-referenced PROJECT will be received at the office of Eagle Creek Metropolitan District, c/o Seter & Vander Wall, P.C., The Solarium, 7400 E. Orchard Road, Suite 3300, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, publicly opened and read aloud at 2:00 p.m. on June 4, 2021. Any BID(s) received after the above-specified time and date will not be considered.

GENERAL CONTRACT PROVISIONS and SPECIFICATIONS are available by contacting the office of Seter & Vander Wall, P.C., at (303) 770-2700 or mbarrasso@svwpc.com. For any assistance or questions please contact the District at (303) 770-2700 or via e-mail at mbarrasso@svwpc.com. All BID prices must be held firm for 60 days following the BID due date.

As its best interests may appear, OWNER reserves the right to disregard all non-conforming, non-responsive, conditional or alternate BID(s); to reject any or all BID(s); to waive informalities, technicality or irregularity in any BID(s); to require statements or evidence of BIDDER’S qualifications such as financial data, previous experience, and authority to conduct business in the jurisdiction where the PROJECT is located; and to accept the BID that is in the opinion of the OWNER in its best interest. OWNER reserves the right to extend the Bidding period by Addendum. Basis of award will be the lowest responsive and responsible bid as determined by OWNER. A general statement of the WORK is as follows:

Repair and replacement of approximately 6,300 lineal feet of split rail wood fencing, termination posts, and intermediate posts as necessary. The existing fence line runs along property boundaries between both private properties and District properties. Determination to repair or replace fencing and posts shall be at BIDDER’S recommendation following on-site inspection. The PROJECT shall include staining of fence to match existing with a similar semi-transparent stain. BIDDER must include installation of temporary barrier fencing to be attached to secure unfenced areas at the end of each day. Successful BIDDER shall manage homeowner communications and notices concerning PROJECT including homeowner landscaping and pet management issues. Successful BIDDER must provide applicable payment and performance bonds as required by Colorado statute. The PROJECT will be performed within the Eagle Creek Metropolitan District. Work shall be coordinated with the services of the District Manager to administer the PROJECT. Location: Eagle Creek Metropolitan District, City of Commerce City, CO. By: Board of Directors of the Eagle Creek Metropolitan District Legal Ad No.: CCX111187 Publication Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Published In: Commerce City Sentinel Express

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A Leap of Faith Shades of Divine is a shop that brings comfort and joy BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Billie Ortega said that after 40 years with CenturyLink, God found her a new purpose. “I wasn’t exactly sure what to do. Then I started making T-shirts with kind words. It inspired and encouraged people. Then it became very evident that I needed to do more, God had called me to do more,” said Ortega. Ortega has decided to use her retirement to do more, with a faith-inspired boutique to meant to spread messages of kindness and love. She grew up visiting a local Christian bookstore and when it closed, it left a vaccum in her life. “When the Family Christian store shut down my customers encouraged me to open a brick-and-mortar store because there was no place to buy bibles and faith-inspired items,” she said. Ortega said, “I prayed and prayed, then I was offered early retirement buy out at my corporate job and I

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told my husband that’s my answer and here I am.” Ortega opened “Shades of Divine” a faith-inspired boutique just before COVID hit in March of 2020. When the pandemic mandated shutdowns were in place, she could not open her doors. “I had the store ready to go and now we cannot open. What am I supposed to do now?” said Ortega.

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“I knew my calling was to spread God’s word and encourage people. I thought I could sell bibles by the case, so I bought four cases of bibles and also started handing them out and started a free bible ministry.” During COVID, she continued to sell items online spreading her messages of encouragement and helping people pick out special messages for loved ones whether it’s a birthday, a friend, or someone who passed away. “Even though I could not open the shop, I was encouraging people and giving love through the ministry, it was amazing,” said Ortega. The store managed to host its grand opening May of 2020. As of today, there is a box of 24 bibles sitting outside her shop that are free for people to take with them. Ortega sells her bibles all over the United States. Ortega also and has partnered with other ministries and provide bibles for them. Ortega’s family also helps out at the shop and it has become a ministry too. Not only it’s a place to buy things, but when people walk by her store they feel the need to come into the store and are comfortable and safe to talk to someone about their problems and sometimes start sobbing. “We laugh and cry with people. We mourn and celebrate with people. People will come in that we don’t even know and give their testimony. They just need love and encouragement and we love on people,” said Ortega. Going forward, Ortega hopes to start a youth ministry. She also hopes to create a women’s faith empowerment box which would

include faith-based items with empowerment and encouragement messages. It could be a journal or a pen and the items change monthly. The box will be delivered monthly or it can be picked up at the shop. Ortega is partnering with other ministries in Fort Lupton, Erie, Dacono, Thornton, Northglenn, and Commerce City. Ortega sells faithinspired art created by Brighton artisans and Christian authors such as crafts, bags, and woodwork. “I’m reaching out and helping them build their businesses as well,” said Ortega. A percentage of the proceeds every month support some of the missions or nonprofits that are local organizations and ministries. Ortega created the name “Shades of Divine,” Divine means to be Christlike and shades mean where ever you are in your journey or what your beliefs are. “I wanted a place where people no matter where you are in your journey, or what your beliefs are, that represent the different shades of colors, it’s what it stands for. Our logo is a multicolored butterfly that represents every person, no matter who you are, where you are at and God created you to be beautiful.” Ortega is a native of Denver and has lived in Brighton for over 18-years. She is married with four daughters, 16 grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. To order items from the store visit www.shadesofdivine.com. For information email shadesofdivine@ gmail.com or call 303-952-9138. Shades of Divine, 969 Bridge Street, Brighton, CO 80601.

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