WEEK OF MAY 9, 2024
VOLUME 19 | ISSUE 45
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2024 Man of the Year: Keith Sorci 2024 Woman of the Year: Karen Miller
2024 Arvada Man of the Year Keith Sorci.
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President of Arvada Gardeners honored for volunteer work in the community BY RYLEE DUNN RDUNN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Keith Sorci didn’t set out to become Man of the Year; he simply sought to serve the community he’s spent the last 44 years in. Sorci joined the Arvada Gardeners in 2009, spending nine years serving as president until he stepped down in 2020. During that time, Sorci has overseen growth of
the community garden — which he helped save from becoming developed in 2011. “At the time, the garden had been in existence for 44 years and it felt as if its future was in danger,” Sorci said. “It took several years, but the garden persevered and its current location appears to be secure, ensuring its future for years to come. SEE SORCI, P6
2024 Arvada Woman of the Year Karen Miller.
Advocate for Arvada’s history, charm finally gets her due BY RYLEE DUNN RDUNN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
For many Arvada residents, Karen Miller has been the champion of a number of causes related to preserving the city’s charm and historic identity. To some powerful stakeholders within the city, Miller’s advocacy has made her a consistent thorn in their side. Regardless, Miller now bears one appellation above all: Woman of the Year.
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Since getting a foothold in the community in 2007 with her purchase of pet store Paws and Play with Laura Wrede, Miller’s impact in Arvada — specifically in Olde Town and within the city’s business community — has been wideranging. Miller was elected to the Historic Olde Town Arvada board in 2010 and became the organization’s president in 2011. After Arvada deSEE MILLER, P4
Ed Tomlinson “Mr Real Estate”
My journey in real estate is not just a career; it is a chronicle of innovation, and foresight. Here are a couple of highlights from my decades of experience that showcase my dedication to staying ahead in the industry: Joining RE/MAX in its Early Days: Back in the seventies, I became one of the first agents to join the startup RE/MAX. I immediately saw its potential as the future of real estate and stayed for 34 years and was called a pioneer. Even before joining REMAX, I had already carved out a successful career in the industry. Sadly, the industry changed, and I and other top agents moved on.
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Ed Tomlinson Real Estate Services Metro Brokers edctomlinson@gmail.com
(303) 596-5555 Full Time Since 1971
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