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Test scores expose gaps in school achievement White, Hispanic numbers far apart in reading, math BY MELANIE ASMAR CHALKBEAT.ORG

McPherson said. Meanwhile, donations are decreasing, which McPherson believes is partly attributable to changes in the federal tax code that took effect this year, increasing the size of the standard deduction for charitable giving. “People don’t have as much of an incentive to give anymore,” McPherson said. “Also, at the community level, religious congregations and fraternal service organizations are shrinking or dying off, and that causes donations to dwindle as well.”

Compared to other large, urban school districts, Denver has among the biggest achievement gaps in the country between white and Hispanic students in reading and math. That’s according to data released April 9 from the tests known as “the nation’s report card.” The tests are given every two years to a sample of fourth- and eighth-graders in each state. Scores from 27 urban districts, including Denver Public Schools, are reported separately. This is the first year Denver’s scores have been broken out that way. Denver scored roughly in the middle of the pack of the 27 districts, with its students posting slightly higher than average scores in reading and slightly lower than average scores in math. English language learners in Denver did particularly well on the tests. However, the results also highlight a well-known problem: Most of Denver’s achievement gaps between more privileged and less privileged students were bigger than average. In some cases, the differences were large enough to be statistically significant. Those included the gaps between white and Hispanic students. More than half of Denver students are Hispanic. About a quarter are white.

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Integrated Family Community Services food bank manager Barb Mesa in the organization’s food pantry. Mesa said the food bank moved to a “choice” model three years ago, meaning visitors pick their own food rather than taking home a prepacked box. DAVID GILBERT

Food banks see donations drop Food stamp cuts, tax code changes, cultural shifts trickle down to aid organizations BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Despite a strong economy and low unemployment, need is staying steady at Denver-area food banks. At the same time, some food banks are seeing donations beginning to slip, and looming government action could spell trouble. “We’re a vital safety net,” said

Todd McPherson, the marketing and outreach director for Integrated Family Community Services, one of the larger local aid organizations, serving much of the south metro area. “When people lose a job, or are dealing with issues like domestic violence or illness, we’re there to help them rebuild by providing resources like food and shelter.” IFCS currently has about 16,000 people on its rolls, McPherson said, who use the organization for things like food, school supplies, or emergency assistance with bills or rent. “That’s not an unusual number of people for us, although sometimes it can climb as high as 20,000,”

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Challenge gives entrepreneurs chance to shine STAFF REPORT

Nine teams of Regis students, alumni and community members will compete April 20 for start-up funds and work space at the university’s Innovative Center. Regis University’s first Innovation Challenge concludes at 7 p.m. April 20 at the university’s Northwest Denver Campus, 3333 Regis Blvd., and the audience will help determine the winners. Prizes of $10,000, $5,000 and $1,000 will be awarded to the top competitors. “The goal of the Innovation Challenge is to get students running their business and anchoring them within their communities,” Ken Sagendorf, professor and director of Regis’ Innovation Center, said in a news release. Vic Ahmed, founder and CEO of the Centennial-based Innovation Pavilion, which brings businesses together in shared workspace, will talk at 6 p.m. about “How to Incubate a Good Idea.” The competition launched in October with more than 50 students attending an informational session. A semifinals competition in December determined the top nine teams, which represent the cybersecurity, video production and neuromarketing industries, among others. The challenge will pit the top teams against one another in a Shark Tankstyle competition in which business ideas are pitched to a panel of judges. Ideas will be judged on desirability, feasibility, viability and presentation. The finalists are: Colorado Craft Bottling: A versatile co-packager designed for the special needs of the expanding craft beverage market WALLREST: A performance poncho that keeps fans and athletes warm and dry, alone or together Repurpose Bowties: A social good fashion company that creates bowties at a fair wage from repurposed materials Wired Arms: A shared marketplace designed to help businesses of the outdoor sporting industry reach new audiences Lightworkers Republic: A creative agency that builds, amplifies and refreshes brands through the mediums of graphics, photography and video Marquet: A neuro-marketing, integrated marketing and market research company Physiocases: An online case-based learning and virtual mentorship service that can be accessed from the comfort of your couch Pillow Talks: A safe, confidential, innovative and authentic alternative to professional support that cannot be found anywhere else Blackcomb Networks: Provides 365-degree, cloud-based cybersecurity to protect small businesses from threats and attacks

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The Laundry Truck can now do double duty for homeless Vehicles carry washers, dryers to assist people in having clean clothes BY KEVIN BEATY DENVERITE.COM

Bayaud Enterprises recently announced its second washer-and-dryerequipped vehicle for The Laundry Truck service, a partnership with Radian design group and Denver Homeless Out Loud that aims to reach the city’s homeless population. Their pilot truck hit Denver’s streets one year ago. Bayaud reports that it’s washed more than 12 tons

of laundry since then, and now it’s ready to double capacity. In December, director of the Bayaud Employment and Opportunity Center Scott Kerr told Denverite that his group was itching to expand the service once it completed the pilot. While the idea of serving more people was exciting, he said, a second truck was most important in establishing some stability for their operation. “The laundry truck is where dreams meet physics,” he said back then. “There’s a lot of moving parts on that thing.” Two trucks on their force, Kerr said, means they’ll be able to maintain service in case of technical failure. It also means they’ll be able to increase their service from four

visits a week to eight or 10. “I’m looking forward to doing more laundry every day we go out,” Kerr told Denverite. Back in December, Kerr said he hoped to launch Laundry Truck services across state lines. While Bayaud did help consult with a Los Angelesbased laundry project, they’ve not yet been able to expand to their national aspirations. The second truck, Kerr said, could help them gain momentum to find more long-term partners who might help them get there. Laundry Truck 2.0 will officially launch at Bayaud’s headquarters (333 W. Bayaud Ave.) at 11 a.m. May 17. Everyone’s invited to the ribbon cutting, which will be celebrated with burgers and hot dogs.

Bouldering gym planned for Golden Triangle area Boulder operation opening second, larger location near downtown Denver BY ANDREW KENNEY AKENNEY@DENVERITE.COM

A sizable new bouldering gym is set to open this year in Denver’s Golden Triangle neighborhood. “The Spot” is moving into 1235 Delaware St. this summer, a few blocks southwest of Civic Center, according

to a news release. The company’s original gym is in Boulder. Bouldering is a type of rock climbing in which athletes scale smaller walls without ropes. It allows climbers to focus on their technical skills with less gear-related hassle. The new gym will sprawl across 19,000 square feet, about twice the size of The Spot’s original location. The walls will rise 18 feet. It also will include bathrooms, a workout area and lounge space. The Denver gym will have “more bouldering walls.” Unlike the Boulder

location, they won’t top out — meaning climbers won’t be able to get on top of the structures when they complete a climbing problem. The Spot will sell unlimited access passes at the same rate as the Boulder gym - $18 for a day pass, $75 per month. The gym is pre-selling “founding member” passes at a decent discount — $550 for a year or $5,000 for a decade. Denverite is an online local news source for everything you need to know about Denver in 5 minutes. Visit denverite.com/subscribe for more.

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Caucasian Chalk Circle: 7:30 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, April 19-21, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 22 at MSU Denver Studio Theatre, King Center, Auraria Campus. No children younger than 5. Reservations recommended. Info: 303-556-2296. The Creditors: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 20-21, and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 15 and April 22, John Hand Theater Ballroom, 7653 E. 1st Place, Denver. Germinal Stage production. Reservations: 303-455-7108. Diary of Anne Frank: playing through April 28 at The John Hand Theater, 7653 E. 1st Place, Denver. Shows at 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays; and 2 p.m. Saturday, April 28. Tickets: ThisIsSpotlightTheater.com or call 720-530-4596. Reefer Madness: The Musical: showing through April 28, The Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St., Denver. Showtimes: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. For mature audiences. Info: www.EquinoxTheatreDenver. com. A Picasso: showing through April 29 at Mizel Arts and Culture Center, 350 S. Dahlia St., Denver. Production of Cherry Creek Theatre Company. Call 303-800-6578 or go to www. cherrycreektheatre.org. Contains adult language. Honorable Disorder: showing through April 29, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance, 119 Park Avenue West, Denver. Showtimes: 8 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, and 6 p.m. Sunday. Info: www.EmancipationTheater.com Sisters of Swing, Musical Revue: showing through May 6 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Littleton. Shows at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: 303-794-2787 or townhallartscenter.org.

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Gun Hill Royals Concert: 8-11 p.m. Sunday, April 22 at Quixote’s True Blue, 2014 S. University Blvd., Denver. Go to quixotes.com. Stratus Chamber Orchestra’s “Awakenings:” 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 27 at First Plymouth Congregational Church, 3501 S. Colorado Blvd., Englewood; and 7:30 p.m. April 28 at Augustana Lutheran Church, 5000 E. Alameda Ave., Denver. Info: 303388-4962 or www.AugustanaArts.org.

Denver Young Artists Orchestra Concert ‘Transformations’: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 29, Boettcher Concert Hall, 1000 14th St., Denver. Finale of 40th anniversary season. Info: www.dyao.org.

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Eugene Stewart-Huidobro Exhibit: on display through May 4 at O’Sullivan Art Gallery at Regis University, 3333 Regis Blvd., Denver. Go to http://www.regis.edu or call 303-964-3634.

READING/WRITING

Nonfiction Book Club, “A Fine Mess” by T.R. Reid: 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 21 at Brookdale Westland Meridian, 10695 W. 17th Ave., Lakewood. Read “A Fine Mess: A Global Quest for a Simpler, Fairer and More Efficient Tax System” by journalist T.R. Reid before the meeting and be ready for a discussion. Presented by Jeffco League of Women Voters. Call Lynne at 303-985-5128. Colorado Book Award Finalist Reading: 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 22 at BookBar, 4280 Tennyson St., Denver. Finalists in the juvenile and young adult literature categories will read. Pizza bites and Shirley Temples available. Winners will be celebrated at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 2 at Sie FilmCenter, 2510 E. Colfax Ave., Denver. Contact coloradohumanities.org.

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French Chef Series in the Teaching Kitchen: 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 24, Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus, 2121 Children’s Museum Drive, Denver. Info: https://www.mychildsmuseum. org/ Free Community Dinner: 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 24 at First Presbyterian Church, 1609 W. Littleton Blvd. April menu is a requested repeat from last year: taco bar with beef tacos (plus all the accompaniments), green chili and chicken casserole, black and pinto beans, fresh fruit and handheld desserts. All are welcome to come and enjoy the meal and warm hospitality and no reservations are required. Call 303-798-1389 or go to fpcl.org/dinner.

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The Birds in Our Backyard: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 21, Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Ave., Centennial. Earth Day celebration. Info: http://www.centennialco.gov/Things-To-Do/ Welcome Back Turkey Vulture Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at Castlewood Canyon State Park, 2989 S. Highway 83, Castle Rock. Colorado State Parks pass required. Info: http://coloradocommunitymedia.com/stories/welcome-backturkey-vulture-day,260164?preview_key =235c85f95d1fbe43e418c1c014fe4a5f& ts=1522904581 Foothills Colorado Crop Hunger Walk: 1:30 p.m. Sunday, April 22, Clement Park. 5K charity walk provides food, water and education to those in need. All money goes to nonprofit food banks: Action Center of Jefferson County, Arvada Food Bank, Love, Inc. of Littleton, CWS Global, and The Sheridan

Recycle Your Bicycle: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 22 at Shea Stadium at Redstone Park, 3270 Redstone Park Circle, Highlands Ranch. Info: 303-791-0430 or highlandsranch.org. Project ReCycle will collect bikes and get them into the hands of those in need.

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Native Americans of Colorado: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Monday, April 23 at Springbrooke, 6800 Leetsdale Drive, Denver. Active Minds program. RSVP required; call 303-331-9963. Argentina: 5-6 p.m. Tuesday, April 24 at Tattered Cover, 2526 E. Colfax Ave., Denver. Active Minds program. Call 303-322-7727 for information. Cuba: Past, Present & Future: 6:45-7:45 p.m. Thursday, April 26 at Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St., Denver. Active Minds program. Martin Luther King, Jr.: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Friday, April 27 at Platt Park Senior Center, 1500 S. Grant St., Denver. Active Minds program. Call 720-865-0630 to RSVP. Eleanor Roosevelt: 2-3 p.m. Friday, April 27 at Virginia Village Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver. Active Minds program. Joshua School Fundraising Gala: 5:30-10 p.m. Saturday, April 28 at the Cable Center, University of Denver, 2000 Buchtel Blvd. Keynote speaker is Mickey Rowe, the first actor with autism to play Christopher Boone in the Broadway hit and Tony Awardwinning musical “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.” Info: http:// joshuaschool.org.

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Time to Talk: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, April 26 at Lone Tree Library, 10055 Town Ridge Drive. Forum on state of mental health in Douglas County. Andrew Romanoff, CEO of Mental Health Colorado, is keynote speaker: “Breaking Down the Barriers.” Info: https:// www.coloradocommunitymedia.com/ timetotalk/ Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. To place a calendar item, go to eventlink.coloradocommunitymedia.com.

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Technique, work ethic propel throwers to next level Strength alone doesn’t take athletes to the top of their game BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The image attached to track and field competitors who throw the shot put and discus is changing. In the past, athletes who were bigger, and often slower, were generally assumed to be throwers. But the profile has changed. Size is still important, but it doesn’t always lead to success. Most of the state’s top boys and girls shot put and discus participants are athletes with speed, quickness and explosive strength. A strong work ethic, mental toughness and aggressiveness are also traits associated with the exceptional throwers today. “I’m in the weight room four times a week,” said 6-foot-4, 235-pound Faith Christian senior Reece Davidson, who has the second best distance in the shot put so far this season, according to Colorado Mile Split rankings. “I’m trying to be a good as I possibly can. “I guess some people do think throwers are just all muscle and just show up and throw. That isn’t the case. I’m training to go to a (Division I) school (Belmont University) next year. I’m putting in hours on top of hours. It has a lot to do with agility, explosiveness.” Ralston Valley head boys and girls track coach Matt Loyd has witnessed the changing image of throwers. “It’s not just big guys anymore,” he said. “It is for guys and girls who are strong, quick and explosive regardless of their size. Our best thrower (Brad Roberts) is also our best sprinter.” Mountain Range senior Amber Gustason is a basketball player who started throwing the shot put and discus during her sophomore year. She has the state’s fifth best throw in both the shot and discus. “At first, it seems super difficult — spinning in a circle with a heavy object is not easy to pick up,” Gustason said. “For beginning throwers it is more simple but the more you throw the more difficult it gets because it is very meticulous and the details make a big difference in your throws. “Preparation is key in both shot put

Douglas County junior Tyler Nelson says the technique of throwing a discus is important and he has the fourth longest all-classification throw recorded by Colorado Mile Split this season. JIM BENTON and discus and it’s a big mental game too. You know what your body can physically do and it is just the mental blocks to overcome. Mentally, you have to prepare yourself as well as physically.” Gustason says footwork and generating power from the legs are vital. “One big misconception I had when trying to recruit people to come out and throw was people telling me, ‘Oh, I don’t have a lot of upper body strength,’ “ said Gustason. “But when it comes down to it, I’ve competed against small girls, like 5-2, 5-3 girls, and knowing how to generate power from the ground is what it is. Weigh distribution and consistency play into it, too.” Douglas County’s Tyler Nelson, a lanky 185-pound junior, has the second best discus throw recorded so far this season. “For me, a lot of it is technique,” said Nelson who has a 7-foot wingspan, which certainly helps when throwing a discus. “Discus is a lot more technical. It is not as physically demanding.” Nelson also points out that the toughest opposition doesn’t necessarily come from other people. “The game,” he said, “is competing against yourself.”

‘I guess some people do think throwers are just all muscle and just show up and throw. That isn’t the case. ... I’m putting in hours on top of hours. It has a lot to do with agility, explosiveness.’ Reece Davidson, Faith Christian senior who has the second best distance in shot put this season

Mountain Range’s Amber Gustason throws the shot during the Adams 12 Five Star Championships at the District 12 North complex in March. STEFAN BRODSKY

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had lunch with Mark, a were on the phone, their voicQUIET good friend, someone I es loud enough to be heard DESPERATION from here to sundown. have known for 30 years, an important Colorado artist, “Yeah, Bill, right, can’t and the wittiest man this side make it buddy. Gout.” of New Smyrna. And, “No, no, don’t call me at home when she’s there.” We met at a Littleton restauIt was just the two of us. No rant and reminisced for two outsiders. hours. We talked about Little Not once, not a single time, League baseball. He couldn’t never, and not at all did he hit, and it stemmed from a check his messages, make a single incident when his team call, take a call, or tap away on Craig Marshall went to the batting cages and a phone. the pitching machine bloodied I am not even sure if he a kid ahead of him in the line. brought one into the restaurant The kid screamed. with him in the first place. He never saw the kid afterwards, but Not once did he say, “I need to check he saw a bloody towel. my messages,” or, “I have to make a It put fear into him that followed him call.” Without cellphones, it left us with throughout Little League. this: an in-person, personal conversaMy own experience was the opposite. tion. I led the league in hitting. Meanwhile, all around us, others

But then, at age 13, my eyesight changed, and I didn’t tell anyone. I didn’t want to wear glasses. But it meant I didn’t make the high school team. If Norman Rockwell were alive, I’m sure he would illustrate a series of Americans on cellphones, in restaurants, grocery stores, art museums, and everywhere else. The Masters golf tournament organizers, bless them, prohibit “cellphones, beepers, and other electronic devices on the grounds at all times.” Oh, and “weapons of any kind (regardless of permit).” I’m sure phones still ring. Some forget. Some think they are special. I’m retired with no family, and I have few friends. Of course, I don’t need a cellphone. Others have good reasons to commu-

When we choose to win, that’s a good-news story

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nicate constantly. Don’t you? But I overhear things I wish I weren’t overhearing. And it’s loud. Remember “boom boxes”? People complained. There were fights on buses. “Turn it down.” “Sez who?” Now it’s not loud music we overhear. If I encounter someone who is talking without regard for those around him, I might begin to talk out loud nearby. Sometimes I correlate with the conversation, and sometimes I recite something, like a little Kafka. No one notices. I have met others for lunch who were “out to lunch.” On the phone all the time, and our conversations were clipped and compromised. SEE SMTH, P11

Forum shows us common ground on mental health

ut six Republicans and three Democrats on the same Denver stage, and you might not expect them to agree on anything. When it comes to improving mental health care, however, you can find common ground. GUEST Nine candidates shared a stage reCOLUMN cently at Mental Health Colorado’s first-ever gubernatorial forum. The consensus: We ought to make it harder for people who pose a danger to themselves or others to get guns, and easier for them to get treatment. Andrew Romanoff Those are two of the top priorities we’re urging the legislature to address this year. The first is called an extreme risk protection order; it would allow law enforcement officers to remove weapons from the

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Furry Scurry supports mission to end pet homelessness STAFF REPORT

Animal lovers and their dogs can enjoy a two-mile walk around Washington Park in Denver while raising money to help more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses. The Dumb Friends League Furry Scurry is a Denver tradition and the nation’s single largest dog walk, said a news release from the Dumb Friends League. In its 25th year, the Furry Scurry is May 5.

Following the walk, participants will enjoy refreshments, food trucks, contests, dog demonstrations and shopping at the Flealess Market, which includes more than 100 petrelated vendors and sponsors. Money raised at the Furry Scurry comes from registration fees and individual donations, and proceeds help provide medical care to sick and injured animals, behavior training, investigations of animal neglect and mistreatment, and support for

Caliber food FOOD BANKS drive helps stock shelves for summer FROM PAGE 1

Kids who rely on school lunch often go hungry when school is on break STAFF REPORT

Caliber Collision is collecting donations for its seventh annual Rhythm Restoration Food Drive, continuing through May 11. Customers, business partners and the public are asked to “fill ‘er up” by donating grocery bags full of food, which will help stock the shelves at Food Bank of The Rockies during the summer months, when children who rely on school lunches go hungry. “We’re asking our communities to help us fill local food banks and fill those kids’ tanks, so they do not spend the summer running on empty,” Caliber Collision CEO Steve Grimshaw said in a news release. “At Caliber, our purpose is to restore the rhythm of life for our customers and we are equally committed to help restore the rhythm of regular meals for at-risk children over the summer.” Collection centers for food donations are set up at Caliber locations. Find the nearest location, or make a donation online at CaliberDonations.com. Last year’s companywide food drive, involving Caliber’s more than 10,000 teammates, resulted in nearly 3.5 million meals and the hcompany’s goal is to exceed that amount this year. Twenty-two million students .across the country rely on reducedprice or free school lunches through the National School Lunch Program. According to Feeding America, one in five children in the United States lives in food insecure households, which means they lack consistent access to enough food.

Give me your hungry Other funding sources are on the wane. “County-level and corporate grants are starting to dry up,” said Patti Carr, president of Neighbor Outreach of Colorado, which runs a pair of food banks in Thornton. “Food banks help people from having to choose between paying for rent, prescriptions and food. The need hasn’t changed much in the past few years.” Many of Colorado’s food banks are supported by Food Bank of the Rockies, a sprawling network headquartered in Denver that forges alliances with corporate grocers and food distributors to supply more than 600 food assistance programs statewide. “Make no mistake, hunger is down in Colorado in recent years,” said Janie Gianotsos, the director of marketing and community relations for Food Bank of the Rockies. “But recent cuts to the federal food stamp program place a higher burden on us.” High day-care and housing costs fuel hunger on the Front Range, Gianotsos said. “Parents working more than one job often still struggle to feed their kids after paying rent,” she said. “Around one in six kids in Colorado go hungry. The elderly and disabled are hurting as well.” Gianotsos said her organization is also concerned about a recent federal proposal to further slash food stamp benefits and make up the difference with prepackaged food boxes to be distributed to recipients. “We couldn’t afford to distribute those,” Gianotsos said. “How do you get them to rural people? If they live up in the mountains somewhere? How do you ensure it’s all food the recipient can eat? It’s not a wise decision.” Food fights Not everyone is happy with Food Bank of the Rockies’ stewardship of donations in the metro area. Food Bank of the Rockies signs up smaller agencies as members, who pay dues and can buy non-perishable items at reduced cost. They also provide perishable items like produce for free to member agencies. Another program, called Food Rescue, connects food banks with grocery stores, allowing them to directly pick up produce rather than waiting for it to get sorted back through Food Bank of the Rockies’

the Dumb Friends League’s overall mission to end pet homelessness and animal suffering. “We welcome all animals through our doors — whether they are old, ill, injured, unwanted, lost, abused or neglected,” Dr. Apryl Steele, president and CEO of the Dumb Friends League, said in the release. “The money raised at the Furry Scurry goes directly to helping homeless pets in our care. Because we are a local, independent nonprofit, what we do is

FEED THE NEED Looking for help filling the cabinets? Lots of folks are. “With the cost of living so high, all it takes is one parent losing a job for a family to struggle to pay its bills or mortgage,” said Diane Roth of Parker Task Force. “We tell folks: come get your food here, then use the money you save to pay your bills. We’ll help get you through.” There are dozens of food banks and other aid organizations scattered around the metro area. Find the ones near you by searching the directories at foodbankrockies.org or foodpantries.org. Looking to give back? Most food banks rely heavily — or totally — on volunteer labor. system first. Agencies that don’t join, however, can see their relationships with grocers cut off. “Honestly, our inventory is lower than we’re comfortable with now,” said Diane Roth, a volunteer with Parker Task Force, which provides food and other services for residents in the Parker, Franktown and Elizabeth area. “We used to have a relationship with Costco and King Soopers, but they’ve signed exclusive contracts with Food Bank of the Rockies, so we don’t get anything from them anymore. We’re disappointed, and it’s a concern.” Roth said they could become a Food Bank of the Rockies member — which costs $25 a month — but haven’t seen the need, as their existing food drives have proven sufficient. “It’s frustrating, though, watching food leave the community when we’re already here,” Roth said. David Clifton Ministries in Lakewood, meanwhile, is watching its shelves go bare as most of the grocers around them have signed exclusive contracts with Food Bank of the Rockies. “Our pastor doesn’t agree with paying for free donations,” said Tamara Williams, a longtime volunteer. “It’s really crappy that somebody’s taking free donations and charging for it.” Gianotsos said Food Bank of the Rockies’ contracts with grocery stores are a result of a push by big grocery chains themselves, to ensure that food leaving their stores is handled safely and with accountability. “Stores wanted to go with food banks that were certified by Feeding America, which is a national nonprofit that oversees food banks,” Gianotsos said. “We have to meet very strict requirements, and we’re audited and inspected. We’ve got refrigerated trucks, and all our people have undergone food safety training.”

possible thanks to generous support from people in our community.” Registration for the Furry Scurry is $50 per person and $25 for youth 12 and younger and includes a Furry Scurry T-shirt and walk participation bib. Participants can register as an individual, form a team or join a team. Registration can be completed online at furryscurry.org, at one of the Dumb Friends League shelter locations, or on event day starting at 7:30 a.m. The walk begins at 9 a.m. Go to furryscurry.org. Gianotsos said their oversight ensures that donated food actually goes to people in need, and that the agency offers food safety training to member agencies and often donates equipment like freezers. She said Food Bank of the Rockies also has liaisons who work with stores and restaurants to maximize donations. She added that member agencies pay pennies per pound of food, and that Food Bank of the Rockies operates at a net loss and is funded by donations and mostly staffed by volunteers. “At the end of the day, this is about the clients,” Gianotsos said. “They might have compromised immune systems, or be elderly or very young. We want to make sure that there’s tracking and safety in place, like any other food distribution network.”

Neighbors helping neighbors The picture is looking good at small community food pantries, many of which are run by local churches. “Our donations are strong,” said Ruth Marlow, who helps run the Open Arms Food Bank in the Church For All Nations at 6500 W. Coal Mine Ave. in Jefferson County. Still, Marlow said she’s seen more needy people in the last few years than at any other time in her 27 years of working with food banks. “Just because the economy’s better doesn’t mean people aren’t still swamped with medical bills,” Marlow said. Denver’s crackdown on homelessness in recent years has pushed some needy people out into the suburbs, said Don Cadwallader, who runs the Fish of Westminster food bank out of a pair of churches. “The need is growing, but our supplies are growing too, thanks to Food Bank of the Rockies’ partnership program,” Cadwallader said. Food banks can make a world of difference for their recipients. “I was homeless a few years ago, and when I finally got into an apartment, the cost meant I didn’t have food or clothing for my kids,” said Charlotte Nelson, who was visiting IFCS on April 6 to register for a Mother’s Day gift basket. She’s come to IFCS several times over the last few years as she gets on her feet in life. “To have something like this easily accessible means the difference between my kids eating and not eating. I know for some people it might be hard to come to a food bank, but you don’t have to do it with your tail between your legs. Everyone hits a rough patch at some point, and everyone can use a hand at some point.”

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April 19, 2018

LIFE

Earth Day events encourage activist attendees Cities offer education on sustainable living options BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

here’s a lot that separates and divides people, and it seems like the list is ever-growing — everything from religion to politics and economic status. But there’s one thing everyone has in common — everybody lives on the same planet. Keeping the Earth strong is of vital importance, and in the decades since Earth Day was first created in 1970, the need to protect the planet has only grown. Area celebrations have also grown. Lakewood’s annual free Earth Day Celebration is bigger than ever this year. The Anythink Library on York Street in Thornton is hosting a special Tween STEAM Club virtual reality Earth Day event. The Colorado Sierra Club is organizing a gathering at the state Capitol for the second year in a row, and Greenwood Village’s Curtis Center for the Arts is hosting an art exhibit centered on the sustainability of the planet’s environments. In other words, Earth Day has become a celebration and call to action for everyone, everywhere. Because the planet’s health affects everyone. “We want to bring the voices of the community together,” said Hillary Larson, communications coordinator with the Colorado Sierra Club. “It’s important because we know that so much environmental injustice happens in places where residents’ voices aren’t heard.” At 9 a.m. on April 21, the Sierra Club will host an event outside the state Capitol, featuring yoga, live music by the Broadcast, an opening ceremony by Four Winds Native American Council, and guest speakers including Olympic gold medalist and coach Justin Reiter, Tay Anderson and Colorado state Rep. Joseph Salazar. The day will also include a beer garden, children’s zone, vendors and local merchandise, as well as thousands of people passionate about protecting the planet and reaching a 100 percent clean energy future. Last year, attending exceeded 13,000, and organizers are expecting more on Saturday. “There are a lot of things happening on a federal level that is really negative,” Larson said. “We want people to be reinvigorated and keep staying active, and that’s what we hope to

Last year the Colorado Sierra Club hosted its first Earth Day event at the Colorado Capitol, and will be hosting another event this year on April 21. The event is an opportunity for people with a passion for protecting the planet to get active and learn about sustainable living. COURTESY OF THE COLORADO SIERRA CLUB

This art piece is part of Greenwood Village’s “Our Planet” exhibit, on display through the end of April. There are 54 pieces on display, tackling everything from pollution and soil erosion to recycling and water usage. COURTESY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE inspire at the event.” The organizers behind Lakewood’s annual Earth Day at the Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St., event are also aiming for attendees to be activated by what they learn. “By teaching sustainable living, we want Lakewood residents to be proactive about employing more environmentally friendly living options,” said Senior Sustainability Planner Lynn Coppedge. “We want to expand

people’s view of what sustainable living can be.” Similar to the Sierra Club event, Lakewood’s, which runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 21, will feature live music. Local artists Scott Slay and the Rail, the Intuit Band, and Matt Rouch and the Noise Upstairs will join more than 50 vendors focused on climate change impacts, solar energy, bicycle safety, healthy eating, protecting wildlife, eco-shopping, recycled art, and locally grown food. There will also be an electric vehicle expo and sustainable backyard demo. “Attendees can learn about everything from xeriscaping to caring for bees, chickens and goats,” Coppedge said. “It’s really important we have neighbor to neighbor interaction on issues like this, and creating these connections is one of our biggest goals.” Greenwood Village is joining the festivities with an event of their own on April 21, but its Earth Day acknowledgment extends through the end of the month in its “Our Planet” exhibit. “A local artist named Bob Doyle reached out to us about doing a show based on sustainability,” said Chris Stevens, cultural arts manager at Greenwood Village. “The exhibit we set up

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The Denver Metro Association of Realtors, in partnership with Rocky Mountain E-Waste, is hosting five electronic drop-off sites that are free and open to the public from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on April 21. Items can be dropped off at the following locations: 4601 DTC Blvd., No. 100, Denver, CO 80237 950 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood 840 Kinner St., Castle Rock 1870 W. 122nd Ave., Westminster, 1700 E. Louisiana Ave., Denver For more information, including what items are accepted, visit www.dmarealtors.com/ewaste-recycling-day. allows artists to explore what’s happening and what might be done to address the sustainability of the planet.” There are 54 pieces on display and they tackle everything from pollution and soil erosion to recycling and water usage. No matter what event one attends, the goal is to come away eager to do their part for the planet. “More than anything, I want people to become aware,” Stevens said. “We should all take action on behalf of Earth.”

EARTH DAY EVENTS PLANNED IN THE AREA ON APRIL 21 Denver State Capitol 200 E. Colfax Ave. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.sierraclub.org/colorado

Greenwood Village Curtis Center for the Arts 2349 E. Orchard Road 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.greenwoodvillage.com/ culturalarts

Lakewood Lakewood Heritage Center 801 S. Yarrow St. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.Lakewood.org/EarthDay

Westminster Barnes and Noble 9370 Sheridan Blvd. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.stores.barnesandnoble. com/store/2718 Westminster Center Park

4801 W. 92nd Ave. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.cityofwestminster.us/specialevents For other events in the area, visit www.eventbrite.com/d/co--denver/earth-day-events.

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Arvada man creates cannabis-infused beer Keith Villa aims for a more social way of consuming marijuana BY SHANNA FORTIER SFORTIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

After living in Belgium and earning his Ph.D. in brewing science, Keith Villa came home to Colorado and created Blue Moon Brewing Co., a brewing company that put a focus on Belgian-style beers — part of the Molson Coors family. Now, in retirement after 32 years of service to Molson Coors, Villa is aiming to create yet another cutting-edge beverage. “I’m ready to introduce another high-impact brand to the industry again, this time with a new line of custom cannabis-infused craft beers,” Villa said. “Today, the opportunity and the demand are here, inviting Americans to enjoy a more social way of consuming cannabis by drinking rather than by smoking it or through ingestion of edibles.” After retiring in January, Villa, a longtime Arvada resident and graduate of Pomona High School, immediately started working on launching his business, Ceria Beverages based in Arvada, with his wife, Jodi. Among the company’s goals this year is to be the first to introduce a line of cannabisinfused non-alcoholic craft beverages containing THC, a key psychoactive chemical from cannabis plants that affects how one feels by creating the “high.” This will be the first cannabis beer to contain THC. Ceria’s beverages will be designed to deliver a user experience with the same onset time as alcohol. The new brew will follow a skill system similar to the ski slopes, with a green leaf for low-level THC and a double black for the most intense experience. A green leaf would give a similar buzz to a low-alcoholic beer such as Coors Light; a blue would be similar to a standard craft beer with a 5 percent ABV such as a Blue Moon; a black would be comparable to a double IPA with 10 percent ABV; and a double black would equal something like a Samuel Adams Utopias beer, which clocks in at 28 percent ABV. To deliver the psychoactive experience, Ceria is partnering with Ebbu, a cannabinoid research firm based in

SMITH FROM PAGE 8

A story might get started, and then get cut off. “Sorry. Mind if I answer this?” (YES.) Mark told a wonderful story. He is from Wisconsin. It was a 60-mile trip from his hometown to Milwaukee, where the Braves played in County Stadium.

Arvada couple Keith and Jodi Villa co-founded Ceria Beverages, which is producing the first cannabis-infused non-alcoholic craft beverages containing THC. SHANNA FORTIER Evergreen. “We have always loved what Keith stands for — great-tasting mainstream beers that really kickstarted the entire craft beer movement,” Jon Cooper, CEO of Ebbu, said. “We are honored and thrilled to partner with Keith, Jodi and Ceria to bring this groundbreaking new product to cannabis consumers in legalized states.” Villa’s plans for a cannabis-infused beverage with” top-quality craft beer taste” will be offered in legalized marijuana states by the end of 2018 in at least three strengths — light, regular and full-bodied — with a variety of sensations. Consumers must be at least 21 years old. Ceria is currently in the administrative phase — figuring out logistics and legalities of bringing the brews to life. “Ceria will be brewed just like an alcoholic craft beer to maintain its beer taste and aroma, but will then be de-alcoholized prior to the infusion of cannabis,” Villa explains, noting that it is illegal to have a product with both alcohol and THC. The Villas are enthusiastic about

The first time he walked through the tunnel to the stands, and saw everything — the field, the players — in color, he couldn’t believe his eyes. He had always watched the Braves on a black-and-white television. Mark told a wonderful story from start to finish. There were no interruptions. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.

their new entrepreneurial venture and know their way around a brewery. The Villas, both University of Colorado graduates and native Coloradans, note that the new brand, whose name is currently being developed, will also be less caloric than traditional beer, due to the elimination of alcohol. Keith Villa started studying cannabis when it was legalized for recreational use in Colorado four years ago. “I was against it at first, but I started reading about this plant and its benefits in a number of situations,” he said. “There were a lot of really great things written about it. So I changed

my outlook and started saying that it’s an interesting plant. Plus, it’s a cousin of hops, which is a main ingredient in beer.” Villa sees his new brews as alternatives to alcohol in a social situation. “So many people are drinking less alcohol for health reasons,” Villa explained. “Others don’t like the taste. On the cannabis side, you will see smokable things, but you can’t sit with your friends all night smoking away or eat a whole bag of gummies. It’s a need for an alternative to alcohol and at the same time a more social way to enjoy cannabis.”

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Results show that white students in Denver did particularly well on the tests, outscoring white students in the state and the nation. That trend mirrors Denver’s results on state standardized tests, and district officials say it’s one reason why the achievement gap between white students and students of color is so large. Denver also had larger than average gaps between students who qualify for free and reduced-price lunch, a proxy for poverty, and those who don’t in fourth- and eighth-grade reading and fourth-grade math. Superintendent Tom Boasberg said these latest scores confirm that Denver Public Schools needs to continue to focus on closing its gaps. “That’s our number-one priority,” he said. The 27 urban districts are part of what’s known as the Trial Urban District Assessment, or TUDA, which began in 2002 with six districts and has steadily grown. Denver officials wanted to join the group to be able to judge how Denver students score on the National Assessment of Educational Progress, or NAEP, tests compared to students in other urban districts. In math, 28 percent of Denver fourthgraders and 26 percent of eighthgraders scored proficient or better. In reading, 29 percent of both fourth- and eighth-graders scored proficient or better. Being part of the group also allows Denver to compare its scores to Colorado statewide scores. Denver students scored lower than Colorado students in both grades and both subjects, and most of Denver’s achievement gaps were bigger than Colorado’s achievement gaps. But much like the trend with white students, English language learners in Denver outscored English language learners statewide in reading and math. They also outscored English language learners nationwide in reading. Denver Public Schools has for years been under a court order to improve

‘Based on how our students did on PARCC, we were surprised when we saw performance that was less strong on NAEP.’ Tom Boasberg, Denver Public Schools superintendent instruction for students whose first language is not English. Boasberg characterized the scores of Denver’s English language learners as a bright spot. A decade ago, they were underperforming their peers in Colorado and nationwide, he said. The progress, he said, is “a credit to the work that our teachers are doing.” Overall, Boasberg said district officials were expecting Denver students to score higher on the NAEP tests, given their performance on state standardized tests. Colorado has been part of a testing consortium called PARCC along with a dwindling number of other states. Being part of a consortium allowed Colorado to compare its results with the other states. Four of the 27 urban districts were also part of the PARCC consortium. As such, Denver officials were able to compare both PARCC and NAEP scores with those four districts. The comparisons show that Denver students did better on PARCC than students in Albuquerque, Baltimore, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., but more on par with them on NAEP. “That was surprising,” Boasberg said. “Based on how our students did on PARCC, we were surprised when we saw performance that was less strong on NAEP.” He said he doesn’t know why, but the district is digging into possible reasons.

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Springtime brings book events around Denver metro area Talks, readings, awards celebrate authors and their works BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Might we say the smell of printers’ ink is in the air? Or, maybe with books online, that’s no longer viable. In any case, April is Poetry Month nationally, Arapahoe Community College holds its Writers Conference this weekend and issues the most recent “Progenitor” literary magazine soon, two state organizations will soon be announcing winning authors in annual contests, and Arvada Center will hold its first one-day Book Fest on May 19. Also, the Colorado Authors’ League will hold a dinner May 4 at the Arvada Center to announce the 76th CAL Writing Awards. Colorado Humanities/Colorado Center for the Book announced finalists in its annual Book Awards, with readings through the month at the Book Bar, 4280 Tennyson St., Denver, with finalists announced at 4:30 p.m. June 2, at Sie Film Center, 2510 E. Colfax Ave., Denver. We know we can’t offer complete listings, but hope to say congratulations to each Colorado writer who has

had the courage and persistence to publish a new book and guide it along a path to recognition — it’s a long, challenging process! To sample some finalists’ work, The Book Bar will host readings for finalists chosen for awards in various categories — accompanied by a sip of wine if one wishes — in the Colorado Book Award Finalist Readings (we have missed the mystery/fantasy series, alas). The store says it will hold popular votes among those who attend. Street parking. (Judges are Colorado writers, teachers and others.) • April 20, 7 p.m. Anthology, Creative Non-Fiction, History • April 22, 7:30 p.m. Juvenile and Young Adult Literature (YA) • April 27, 7 p.m. Fiction and Poetry • May 3, 4:30 p.m. Children’s Literature • May 4, 7 p.m. General Nonﬁction, History, Pictorial Finalists in our south area zip codes include the late Caroline Stutson of Littleton, for her charming children’s storybook, “Blue Corn Soup,” entered by her husband, Al, an active Friends of the Library board member; and Len Vlahos, author of the YA title, “Life in a Fishbowl,” also lives in Littleton. He and his wife are new owners of the Tattered Cover stores. Sara Jade Alan, another YA finalist for “A Messy Beautiful Life,” lives in Englewood. The final award ceremony will

include brief readings by the winners and a reception. See coloradohumanities.org. Colorado Authors’ League, founded in 1931, has a membership of more than 300. It has nominees from 12 categories who published books in 2017, and they were judged by Southwest Writers of New Mexico. Winners will be announced on May 4 at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. The CAL is open to those who have published a book in the past three years or have a lifetime body of work. The winner is each of 12 categories will win $100 and a glass likeness of a book, etched with their name, category and year. The keynote speaker will be Maura Weiler, author and screenwriter The Cal will also award the 2018 Colorado Authors’ League Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Tom Noel, “Dr. Colorado,” who has authored more than 40 volumes and many articles for periodicals and is professor of history and director of public history, preservation and colorado studies at CU-Denver and more … Jeff Lee and Ann Marie Martin will receive the 2018 CAL Author Advocate Award. The couple has co-founded the 35,000-volume Rocky Mountain Land Library in 1986 and are developing the Buffalo Peaks Ranch near Fairplay as a physical home for the collection and

a yearround residential retreat center. The award supports people who encourage reading and authorship, but are not authors themselves. Finalists in featured articles and essays will read at 6 p.m. April 25 at the BookBar (see location above). • The Tattered Cover Aspen Grove, 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, will host finalists on April 29: • 1:30-3 p.m.: Children’s and Young Adult • 3-4:30 p.m.: Nonﬁction • 4:30 to 6 p.m: Fiction • Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora will host finalists on April 30 at 6:30 p.m. in play scripts, screenplays and poetry. Information: Coloradoauthors.org.

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In the Matter of the Estate of Patricia M. Ricketts, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30129

Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on March 23, 2018, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult was filed with the Denver County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Karen Lynn Landwerlen be changed to Karen Lynn Peek Case No.: 18 C 02063 Rebecca Norris, Clerk of Court By: Rebecca Norris, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 8422 First Publication: April 5, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on April 6, 2018, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Denver County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Mebratu Hadera be changed to Mebratu Tedla Hadera Case No.: 2018 C 2078 By: Rebecca Davis, Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 8455 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

Notice To Creditors Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of LESTER D. PEDICORD, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR030326 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to Denver Probate Court of the City & County of Denver, State of Colorado on or before August 5, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Jill Pedicord Peterson Personal Representative 9533 E. Maplewood Circle Greenwood Village, CO 80111 or Julie P. Adams Personal Representative 5414 S. Emporia Court Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Legal Notice No.: 8419 First Publication: April 5, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Bertram Alfred Bruton, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30340 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 4, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Dorothy Jane Bruton, Personal Representative 2627 N. Adams Street Denver, CO 80205 Legal Notice No.: 8430 First Publication: April 5, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Patricia M. Ricketts, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30129 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 5, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Terry Ehrlich, Co- Personal Representative Arnold & Arnold, LLP 7691 Shaffer Parkway, Suite A Littleton, CO 80127 Legal Notice No.: 8431 First Publication: April 5, 2018

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Terry Ehrlich, Co- Personal Representative Arnold & Arnold, LLP 7691 Shaffer Parkway, Suite A Littleton, CO 80127 Legal Notice No.: 8431 First Publication: April 5, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Stefania Labiak, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30347 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 5, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Irene A. Labiak, Personal Representative 1663 S. Benton Street Lakewood, CO 80232 Legal Notice No.: 8432 First Publication: April 5, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Richard J. Ryan III, a/k/a Richard James Ryan III, a/k/a Richard Ryan III, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30352 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 12, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Richard James Ryan IV, Personal Representative 4773 Dearborn Street Denver, CO 80239 Legal Notice No.: 8434 First Publication: April 12, 2018 Last Publication: April 26, 2018 Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Aloen M. Kumlin, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR030260 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 5, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Barbara Skrzecz Personal Representative 14842 S. Foxtail Lane Phoenix, AZ 85048 Legal Notice No.: 8423 First Publication: April 5, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Judith B. Henning, a/k/a Judith Bower Henning, a/k/a Judith Bridgford, a/k/a Judith M. Henning, a/k/a Judith Marie Henning and Judith Henning, Deceased. Case Number: 2018PR30264 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 6, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Christopher W. Henning, Personal Representative 2951 S. Franklin Street Englewood, Colorado 80113 Legal Notice No.: 8425 First Publication: April 5, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of R. JOHN BINGAMAN, a/k/a John Bingaman, a/k/a Robert John Bingaman, a/k/a R. J. Bingaman, a/k/a John R. Bingaman, a/k/a Robert J. Bingaman, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR30371 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, on or before August 12, 2018, or the

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of R. JOHN BINGAMAN, a/k/a John Bingaman, a/k/a Robert John Bingaman, a/k/a R. J. Bingaman, a/k/a John R. Bingaman, a/k/a Robert J. Bingaman, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR30371

Notice To Creditors

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, on or before August 12, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. James S. Golanty, Personal Representative c/o Holland & Hart, LLP P. O. Box 8749 Denver, CO 80201-8749 Legal Notice No.: 8449 First Publication: April 12, 2018 Last Publication: April 26, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of RICHARD D. BAUMAN, also known as RICHARD BAUMAN, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30439 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 13, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Elizabeth A. Bauman, Personal Representative 3449 W. Hayward Place Denver, CO 80211 Legal Notice No.: 8450 First Publication: April 12, 2018 Last Publication: April 26, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Patricia R. Smith, akd Pat R. Smith, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR0083 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 13, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Therese Jirki and Michael Jirik Co-Personal Representatives 10554 W. Ontario Place Littleton, CO 80127 Legal Notice No.: 8451 First Publication: April 12, 2018 Last Publication: April 26, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Mary Ann Stack, aka Mary Ann Magnie Stack, aka MaryAnn Stack, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR30334 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 20, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Katz, Look & Onorato, P.C. Attorneys to the Personal Representative 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1100 Denver, CO 80203 Legal Notice No.: 8456 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of THOMAS S. YANCEY, also known as Thomas Spotswood Yancey, also known as T.S. Yancey, and Thomas S. Yancey, Sr., Deceased Case Number: 2018PR30345 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 20, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Carla Y. Grant Personal Representative 106 S. University Blvd. #4 Denver, Colorado 80209 Legal Notice No.: 8458 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of James Glenn Tuthill, a/k/a J. Glenn Tuthill, a/k/a Glenn Tuthill, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR30235

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Notice Creditors NOTICETo TO CREDITORS Estate of James Glenn Tuthill, a/k/a J. Glenn Tuthill, a/k/a Glenn Tuthill, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR30235

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 23, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Jill G. VanderPloeg, Personal Representative c/o Russell K Bean, Esq. 1873 S. Bellaire St., Suite 1401 Denver, Colorado 80222 Legal Notice No.: 8459 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Estate of Roy Henry Krumwiede, also known as Roy H. Krumwiede, also known as Roy Krumwiede, Deceased; Case Number: 2018PR30381 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to: The Denver Probate Court Denver County, Colorado 1437 Bannock Street Denver, Colorado 80202 on or before August 27, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Deborah R. Krumwiede Personal Representative 745 Jackson Street, Santa Clara, CA 95050 Legal Notice No.: 8463 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Melvyn Carroll Biggs, a/k/a Melvin Carrol Biggs, a/k/a Melivia Carroll Biggs, Deceased. Case Number: 2018PR30100 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court on or before August 20, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. ss/original signature on file in attorneyâ€™s office Erin E. Hickey, Attorney for Personal Representative The Hickey Law Firm, LLC 12600 West Colfax Avenue Suite C-400 Lakewood, Colorado 80215 (303)935-2701 Legal Notice No.: 8464 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Estate of Shawn Eleu Lindsey Conley, also known as Shawn E. L. Conley, also known as Shawn Conley, Deceased; Case Number: 2018PR30353 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to: The Denver Probate Court Denver County, Colorado 1437 Bannock Street Denver, Colorado 80202 on or before August 20, 2018*, or the claims may be forever barred. Sacha Nohealani Lindsey Brown Personal Representative 5 Osterville Street, Ladera Ranch CA 92694 Legal Notice No.: 8465 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Erwin L. Dreiling, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30188 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 6, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred.

Estate of Erwin L. Dreiling, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30188

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Past pays off in Arvada Center exhibit

now the Arapahoe Philharmonic is Some of the hilarious tunes include o many artists first discovered and photography to 3D printers and taking a swing at the work. “The Magic “Down at the Ol’ Five and Dime” and their talent and passion for the sculptures. “Listen to Jesus, Jimmy.” arts in school. That might have A current art teacher at Lakewood’s Flute” will be performed at 2:30 p.m. on In 2010, Equinox presented the show, been in the arts module during Carmody Middle School, Anneberg’s Sunday, April 22, at Fisher Auditorium and brought it back in 2011 to sold-out on the Englewood High School Camelementary school, or maybe a ceramics exhibit is culled from a variety of shows. And since the Equinox is in its mediums, including drawing, collage, pus, 3800 S. Logan St. class in high school. acrylics, oils, mixed media, digital imag- 10th season, the company is bringing Founded in 1953, the Arapahoe PhilThat was certainly COMING back the first musical it produced as a ing, and even ceramics. harmonic is among the longest-estabthe case for Christocompany. Tickets and information at As an artist, Nelson explores the lished continuously operating musical pher Nelson, who got ATTRACTIONS www.EquinoxTheatreDenver.com process of creation and textures of resources in Colorado. The orchestra’s his first taste of the materials. He said he blends methods musicians are volunteers with a core art world when he Craig Robinson at Comedy Works like sculpting and painting, and he creof compensated section principals who had work displayed It’s entirely possible you may not ated a lot of new pieces specifically for provide technical leadership and help in the Arvada Center recognize Craig Robinson’s name when the exhibit. He thoroughly enjoys the ensure the performances are top of the as part of the Jeffco you see it on paper, but if you’ve been process, and focuses on putting himself line. For tickets and information, visit Schools Foundation a fan of comedy movies or television into each piece. www.arapahoe-phil.org. High School Art Exhishows for the past decade or so, you’ve “I don’t work on a piece if I’m not bition. had him on your screen. He was one of feeling it. That doesn’t mean I have to Clarke’s Concert of the Week — Big Thief at “I had several great the secret weapons of “The Office,” and be enjoying the process, but I have to the Bluebird teachers in middle Clarke Reader also starred in “Knocked Up,” “Pineapfeel something,” he said. “Being a part Last year, Brooklyn’s Big Thief reand high school who ple Express,” and “This is the End.” He of this show is unlike any other for me. leased one of the most quietly devastatpushed for me to get is currently fighting the supernatural I don’t know how this experience can ing albums of the year with their sophopast my personal barriers as an artist,” on Fox’s “Ghosted.” Now Craig Robinbe topped.” For information, visit www. more album, “Capacity.” The group, Nelson remembered. “Some of my deson will be spending the weekend at the arvadacenter.org/galleries. made up of Adrianne Lenker (guitar, fining moments happened around this Comedy Works South, 5345 Landmark vocals), Buck Meek (guitar), Max time, and getting my work displayed at Place in Greenwood Village. He will be Going mad on 4/20 at Equinox Theatre Oleartchik (bass), and James Krivchethe Arvada Center was a major experiperforming at 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. Over the past few years, Denver has nia (drums), created a sonic world of ence for me.” Public Notice Notice Friday and SaturdayDISTRICT , April 13 and 14, become a hub for all kinds of 4/20 relatfolk and rock full of Public warmth and stark Green Mountain High School graduCOURT, DENVER COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO COUNTY COURT, DENVER COUNTY, and 7 p.m. on Sunday , April 15. ed activities. Some will leave attendees melodies. All of this is anchored by Lenate Nelson is part of the foundation’s 1437 Bannock St, Denver, CO COLORADO Audiences are guaranteed for an evemore fragrant than others, but a night ker’s songwriting, which stunningly show again, but this time, he’s got his 1437 Bannock Street,is Denver, CO 80202 In rehopefully the Marriage Robinson of: 720/865-7830 ning of laughs, and at the theater is a pretty safe bet. incisive and personal. own exhibit. Petitioner: ALICE SMITH HIGH Case No.:2012C56869 will get to showcase some of his musiThis year, the Equinox Theatre ComAudiences can hear Big Thief work For the 47th year, the Arvada CenRespondent: DEMOND HIGH Sunport Financial, LLC, Plaintiff cal talents, because the man sing. pany is bringing back Kevin Murphy their magic at the Bluebird Theater, ter, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., is hosting Attorney: Natachacan M. Gutierrez Vs. Registration No. 43240 Jessica Ave., D. Maestas, To get tickets, visit www.comedyworks. and Dan Studney’s “Refer Madness: 3317 E. Colfax at 8Defendant p.m. on Tuesthe Jeffco Schools Foundation High LAW OFFICES OF NATACHA M. GUTIERREZ, com/comedians/craig-robinson. The Musical.” Performances will be day, April 24. Lenker her songs to School Art Exhibition, through May LLC, REVIVERuses BY PUBLICATION 695 S. Colorado Blvd, Suite 480, NOTICE TO DEFENDANT held through April 28, with shows at tell stories, and standout tracks like 13. Nelson’s exhibition “Shapeshift” is Denver, CO 80246 /JUDGMENT DEBTOR Telephone: The magic of Mozart’s flute (303) 900-3281 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights “Mythological Beauty,” exemplify what the Alumni Exhibition, and Roy An(866) 632-9151 THIS MATTER coming on before the Court The opera “TheFax: Magic Flute” was at The Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St. in a startling talent sheof is. This is a show neberg’s “Juxtapimages” is the Teacher E-mail: natacha@nmgutierrezlaw.com Attorney upon the motion the Plaintiff styled “Motion for for thegenius Petitioner,Wolfgang Alice Smith High Revivor of Judgment,” and the Court having one of the last things Denver. you really shouldn’t miss. Go to www. Solo Exhibition. Case No.: 18DR30183 Courtroom: 331 read said motion and now being duly apprised in Amadeus Mozart wrote before he died. Inspired by the infamous 1936 film bluebirdtheater.net forTHEREFORE tickets. The student exhibit this year features the premises, NOW SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO: PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE The piece premiered on 30, 1791, ofPUBLIC the same name, the musical comedy Reader’s column on the culture more than 400 works from 23 Jeffco The Sept. Respondent, DEMOND HIGH. Clarke IT IS HEREBY ORDERED Clerk of this Court and is orderedAand directed to, isNOTICE and Mozart was gone by Dec. 5 of that takesTOaCREDITORS satirical look at the uproarNOTICE TO CREDITORS appears on a shall, weekly basis. community high schools, all located in the center’s You are hereby summoned and required to apEstate of Sandra LeCompte, Deceased sue to Defendant(s), Jessica D. Maestas , the Estate of Verdella M. Bonger, same year. Yet thepear show remains one caused by clean-cut getColorado 6,000-square-foot Main Gallery. Stuand defend against the claims seteditor forth in with Case Number: 2018 PR 30416 “Notice to Show Community Cause PursuantMedia, to CRCP aka Verdella L. Bonger, Deceased young people the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed with be354(h)” NOTICE requiring said Defendant(s) to show Caseting Number: 2018 PRon 30388 his most well-known and has inspired hooked marijuana,Allwhich leads he can reached creader@coloradocomdents havePUBLIC created work in a variety the Court in this action, by filing with the Clerk of persons having claims against the abovecause within 14 (fourteen) days from the serthis Court an answer or other response.munitymedia.com. You are NOTICE from TO CREDITORS are required to present them to everything from literature to film. And to theclaims dangers sex named and fiestate ghting. vice of such Notice, pursuant to CRCP 354(h), if of mediums, traditional painting All persons having againstof thejazz, aboveEstate of Timothy Lyle Summers, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30237

Notice To Creditors

Kumpf Charsley & Hansen, LLC Attorneys to the Personal Representative 9565 S. Kingston Court, Suite 100 Englewood, Colorado 80112 Legal Notice No: 8461 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Billie Louise Small, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 132

named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 19, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred.

Notice To Creditors

David L. Langsfeld Personal Representative 7830 W. Alameda Ave, Suite 103-248 Lakewood, Colorado 80226

Legal Notice No: 8466 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Russell Lawrence Kromminga, aka Russell L. Kromminga, aka Russell Kromminga, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30363 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 20, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Maria Theresa B. Lopez, #26837 Attorney for Kelly Jo Candelaria, Personal Representative 3775 Cherry Creek Drive North, Suite 575 Denver, Colorado 80209 Legal Notice No: 8467 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Verdella M. Bonger, aka Verdella L. Bonger, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30388

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Sandra LeCompte, Deceased Case Number: 2018 PR 30416

the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before August 20, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred.

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George Richey Personal Representative 800 S. Elliot Street Denver, Colorado 80219

Legal Notice No: 8468 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: May 3, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch

Misc. Private Legals Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, DENVER COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO 1437 Bannock St, Denver, CO In re the Marriage of: Petitioner: ALICE SMITH HIGH Respondent: DEMOND HIGH Attorney: Natacha M. Gutierrez Registration No. 43240 LAW OFFICES OF NATACHA M. GUTIERREZ, LLC, 695 S. Colorado Blvd, Suite 480, Denver, CO 80246 Telephone: (303) 900-3281 Fax: (866) 632-9151 E-mail: natacha@nmgutierrezlaw.com Attorney for the Petitioner, Alice Smith High Case No.: 18DR30183 Courtroom: 331 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO: The Respondent, DEMOND HIGH. You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims set forth in the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage 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 35 days after service of this Summons upon you. Service of this Summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage may be obtained from the Clerk of the Court. If you fail to file your answer or other response to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage includ-

required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after service of this Summons upon you. Service of this Summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage may be obtained from the Clerk of the Court. If you fail to file your answer or other response to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage including parenting time and child support without further notice. A Permanent Order Hearing has been scheduled for ???? in Division 331 of the Denver County District Court.

Misc. Private Legals

Legal Notice No.: 8412 First Publication: March 29, 2018 Last Publication: April 26, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch Public Notice COUNTY COURT, DENVER COUNTY, COLORADO 1437 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80202 720/865-7830 Case No.:2012C56869 Sunport Financial, LLC, Plaintiff Vs. Jessica D. Maestas, Defendant REVIVER BY PUBLICATION NOTICE TO DEFENDANT /JUDGMENT DEBTOR THIS MATTER coming on before the Court upon the motion of the Plaintiff styled “Motion for Revivor of Judgment,” and the Court having read said motion and now being duly apprised in the premises, NOW THEREFORE

any he/she has, why the Judgment heretofore entered in this matter on June 11, 2012 shall not be revived with like force and effect.

Misc. Private Legals

WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to CRCP 354(h) to revive the Judgment entered in the instant matter on, June 11, 2012 NOW THEREFORE

IT IS ORDERED, ADJUDGED AND DECREED, that Plaintiff, Sunport Financial, LLC , shall have and take of defendant(s), Jessica D. Maestas Judgment in the instant matter on this date with like force and effect as on the date the Judgment was entered heretofore on June 11, 2012.

Defendant(s) shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this “Notice to Show Cause Pursuant to CRCP 354(h)”, if any the Defendant(s) has, why the Judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect. Attorney for Plaintiff James R. Wolf 1776 S. Jackson St. #900 Denver, CO 80210 Atty. Reg.#: 30582 Legal Notice No.: 8418 First Publication: March 29, 2018 Last Publication: April 26, 2018 Publisher: The Denver Herald-Dispatch

City and County Public Notice

IT IS HEREBY ORDERED the Clerk of this Court shall, and is ordered and directed to, issue to Defendant(s), Jessica D. Maestas , the “Notice to Show Cause Pursuant to CRCP 354(h)” requiring said Defendant(s) to show cause within 14 (fourteen) days from the service of such Notice, pursuant to CRCP 354(h), if any he/she has, why the Judgment heretofore entered in this matter on June 11, 2012 shall not be revived with like force and effect.

Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing business as Verizon Wireless (Verizon Wireless) proposes to collocate wireless communications antennas at a top height of 183 on a 194-foot building at the approx. vicinity of 1475 Lawrence Street, Denver, Denver County, CO 80202. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, Alex, a.grigsby@trileaf.com, 10845 Olive Blvd, Suite 260, St. Louis, MO 63141, 314-997-6111.

WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to CRCP 354(h) to revive the Judgment entered in the instant matter on, June 11, 2012 NOW THEREFORE

Legal Notice No.: 8457 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

IT IS ORDERED, ADJUDGED AND DECREED, that Plaintiff, Sunport Financial, LLC , shall have and take of defendant(s), Jessica D. Maestas

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homes of individuals at risk of suicide or violence. Five states have already enacted such laws, and the approach seems to be working. No law can prevent every tragedy, but studies show that restricting access to firearms in these circumstances — even temporarily — reduces the likelihood of harm. The laws require a court order and appropriate regard for due process rights. With those provisions in place, the extreme risk protection order has earned the support of the National Rifle Association, among other organizations. Every gubernatorial candidate at our forum signed on, and we’re asking the General Assembly to follow suit. Mental Health Colorado is working

April 19, 2018 with members of both parties to introduce and pass legislation this month. To be clear, most people with mental illness are not violent; they are far more likely to be victims of crime than perpetrators. But for those at risk of suicide, a gun represents the most lethal means. Suicides account for more than two-thirds of gun deaths in America, and an even higher share in Colorado. More than 1,000 Coloradans die by suicide each year — a death toll this proposal can decrease. Just as critical: access to treatment. Each year, an estimated 35,000 Coloradans experience a mental health crisis that makes them gravely disabled or places them in imminent danger. That’s a conservative figure, based on the number of people who are subjected to involuntary holds. Under current law, those holds can last for up to 72 hours. Once that time is up, roughly 10 percent of these in-

dividuals are certified for involuntary treatment. But most don’t meet that standard, and many never get treatment. For some, the cycle of crisis simply repeats itself. That’s why we’re asking the Legislature to step in. Instead of waiting for more Coloradans to fall through the cracks, we ought to help them get care. Our proposal would establish care coordination teams, providing assistance in housing, employment and treatment. The state already supplies such assistance to individuals who leave Colorado’s mental health institutes, through the transition specialist program. But the vast majority of Coloradans, even those with severe mental illness, are not institutionalized — and don’t need to be. Colorado’s own experience, as well as that of other states, shows that proper treatment and support improve

outcomes and lower the demand on hospitals, emergency rooms and the criminal justice system. Turning our jails and prisons into warehouses for people with mental health or substance use disorders is the most expensive and least therapeutic decision we can make. The bottom line: It’s far cheaper, more effective, and ultimately more humane to treat mental illness than to ignore it or to criminalize it. That’s a conclusion with which every candidate — and, we hope, a majority of our elected officials — can agree. Andrew Romanoff is the president and CEO of Mental Health Colorado (www.mentalhealthcolorado.org), the state’s leading advocate for the prevention and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. He served as the speaker of the Colorado House of Representatives.