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Bully prevention campaign highlighted in council meeting By Lou Ellen Bromley bromleyclan@hotmail.com Brighton City Council passed a resolution Tuesday to recognize and support the efforts of Brighton Kiwanis Club, Brighton’s Police Department, school districts 27J and Adams 14, and other organizations and businesses to help educate and provide resources to stop bullying within our schools. These organizations are sponsoring a Predator A.W.A.R.E. Fair at the Old City Hall building on 4th Avenue and Bridge Street, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4. Admission is free. Amanda Griffin, president of Brighton’s Kiwanis Club told city council members that this is the second year they have helped to bring this problem to light by having this fair. It was estimated that 160,000 students skip school every day in the United States to avoid be-
ing bullied. Everyone is encouraged to attend fair to learn what resources are available to them and how they can be empowered and inspired to take a stand against bullying. September is National Preparedness Month, and city council passed a resolution to encourage Brighton business and residents to develop an emergency plan for their homes, business and families in case of a natural disaster or any other type of emergency that could occur. A list is available to anyone who would like to know what type of things that should be included in a kit to have ready in case of an emergency. Brighton residents are encouraged to go to Ready.gov and on Listo.gov to find instructions and lists of items needed in an emergency. Saturday, Sept. 27, will be the 21st year celebration of National Public Lands Day and Brighton city coun-
cil members are asking residents to help in celebrating and recognizing this day, by going out and exploring the local parks, trails, wildlife areas and other public lands in the area. Council members also voted on a resolution in support of school district 27J’s November school bond election. Council members all stated the amount of growth in the Brighton, Thornton and Commerce City area has brought about the need for more schools to be built to provide room for incoming students in the district and the need to improve existing schools to accommodate the growing district. Superintendent Chris Fiedler and Chief Operations Officer Terry Lucero were on hand at the meeting to explain the needs of the school district and how each school within 27J will benefit if the bond is passed in November.
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Vice President Joe Biden came to Denver on Sept. 19 to urge men to stand up against domestic violence, saying that men have “an absolute obligation to intervene when you see violence taking place.” “That’s manhood,” the vice president said. “That’s being a man.” Biden gave his passionate remarks prior to taking part in a round-table discussion on domestic violence at a Safehouse Denver office on Capitol Hill. The organization provides services and shelter for battered women. Biden’s trip marks the 20th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act, which he spearheaded as a U.S. senator. Biden recalled some pushback at the time of the legislation, saying that some used to consider domestic violence “a family matter.” The vice president thanked the press for covering that effort 20 years ago, saying the media was “the reason why we’ve been able to put a face on domestic violence.” Biden’s remarks came just a couple of hours after National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell apologized to fans for his handling of recent incidents involving domestic violence among league stars. “I would respectfully suggest to you had what has gone on in the NFL in the last four weeks been reported in 1984, I doubt very much it would get the coverage it’s getting now,” Biden said, in a nod to the changing cultural attitudes toward domestic violence. Biden was flanked by Denver Mayor Michael Hancock and domestic-violence advocates and survivors. Hancock — whose sister was shot 12 years as part of ongoing domestic violence suffered at the hands of her boyfriend — praised Biden’s work on the issue. The mayor also touted the soon-to-be built Rose Andom Center — named after a domestic violence survivor who sat next to the vice president — which will serve as a “one-stop shop” for domestic-violence victims to receive care and services. The cen-
Prairie View High School junior Morgan Taylor runs cross-country to race. “I’m competitive, and racing is pure competition,” she said. “It’s more raw and powerful than other sports.” She started running cross-country last year and ran her best time then of 20:38 for a 5K race. In middle school she ran track, but the school didn’t offer cross-country. Sixth grade was when she ran her first distance race in track. “My season so far has been good, but I have a lot to improve on before leagues and regionals,” she said. “My times haven’t been where I want them to be, but we’ve had a busy racing schedule lately and has calmed down now, so I can focus on improving my time. Though it sounds cliché, the team has been working very hard to improve our scores and to adapt to our new racing strategy.” One of Taylor’s goals this season is to qualify for state. During her offseason she competes in track. “I do track, and I actually don’t run at all,” she said. “I wished I did though.” In the triple jump she jumps 33 feet, 2 inches, the high jump 4 feet 10 inches and long jump 16 feet and 7 inches. “Track and cross-country are kind of opposing forces for me,” she said. “Running distance and jumping don’t go together well, but I can’t give either of them up.” Her favorite thing about cross-country is her team. “We get along, we are all close friends, even outside of cross country,” Taylor said. “My least favorite thing is the energy it takes to put in the mileage I need is very tiring and I notice my fatigue increase with the amount of racing and training we have to do.” This season Taylor is the first varsity runner on the girls’ side. She received the Golden Hawk Award (PVHS version of the MVP award) at the team’s second race of the season. “Morgan is a great athlete,” Coach Nathan Shaver said. “In track, she concentrates on jumping. She’s a little-found combination of great endurance and fast twitch muscle. She has great jumps and terrific speed, but also has a great stride and running form for distance.”
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Domestic violence victim and advocate Rose Andom wipes away a tear as Vice President Joe Biden talks about domestic violence during a Sept. 19 visit to a women’s safehouse in Denver. Photo by Vic Vela ter will have on-site police, magistrates and child and pet care services. “Our goal here today is to shed light on the issue of domestic violence in our community,” Hancock said. Biden reminded the audience that violence isn’t unique to certain groups of people. He said that gays and lesbians are also victims, as are undocumented immigrant women, who may fear deportation by going to the police to report abuse. And Biden urged college students to step up whenever a violent act against a woman seems imminent. “Turning away when you see a fraternity brother take an obviously, completely, thoroughly drunk young woman and head to his room, you have a moral obligation — you are a coward if you do not stop him,” Biden said. Biden’s visit was also meant to call attention to a newly launched White House campaign that calls attention to domestic violence. The campaign, called “It’s on Us,” asks every man in America to sign an online pledge to intervene in incidents involving domestic violence. Biden said one of the ways the society “wins” the fight against domestic violence is when men realize that certain actions are never acceptable. “(We win) when every young man in America knows there is not a single circumstance that exists that justifies any man in this room or this nation raising a hand to a woman, other than in self-defense,” he said.
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Predator A.W.A.R.E. fair scheduled Fair to teach ways to protection By Lou Ellen Bromley bromleyclan@hotmail.com “Helping and protecting our youth is exactly what this event is about,” stated Brighton Kiwanis Club president Amanda Griffin. The Kiwanis Club of Brighton along with the City of Brighton, school districts 27J and Adams 14, Brighton Police Department, Jefferson County District Attorney CSOII Unit,
5 Star Martial Arts, and Pennock Center for Counseling are among the organizations hosting the Predator A.W.A.R.E. fair at Brighton’s Old City Hall, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This educational and fun event is designed to help educate parents and children how to protect themselves from predatory behaviors and is free to the public. The fair will include educational seminars for both parents and children by national and regional experts, giving both the opportunity to take part in activities designed to teach them what steps they can
take to protect themselves. 5 Star Martial Arts will be demonstrating some basic selfdefense maneuvers for the youth attending the fair, provided by certified Tai Kwon Do instructors. Guests at the fair will also be able to take part in a youth/peer-led anti-bullying discussion forum designed to show parents and children how to stop bulling. It estimated that over 160,000 students avoid going to school every day in the United States for fear of being bullied. Other topics to be covered at the fair will include how to protect children from
on-line predators, child trafficking, and the exploitation of children, identity theft and physical attack and much more. “It is unfortunate we live in a world where we have to worry about things like sexual predators, child trafficking, and other predatory behaviors against youth, but the reality today is that if we don’t raise awareness, we leave our youth wide open to tragedy.” Griffin said. This event is designed to be fun as well as educational and everyone is encouraged to bring their kids and participate in the fair.
Dental care free to low-income, uninsured Colorado Mission of Mercy Clinic to provide treatment By Michelle Boyer
Mkboyer8@gmail.com As many as 1,500 children and adults will have smiles on Oct. 3-4. The Colorado Mission of Mercy Clinic (COMOM) will have more than 1,000 volunteer dentists, hygienists, health professionals and members from the community at Prairie View High School, 12909 E. 120th Ave., in Henderson, to provide free dental treatment and education. “We’re thrilled to come back to the Adams County area,” Molly Pereira, COMOM
board member said. “Prairie View High School has been helpful and even rescheduled a home football game. The school district also created an in-service day on Oct. 3 making it available so we can have access to school and people to help.” Colorado Mission of Mercy clinic was last in Brighton in 2009. “The turnout was, by far, our largest that we’ve ever had,” she said. “This year we’ll be transforming PVHS into a 125-chair dental clinic serving both kids and adults. Patients are seen first come, first served, and we’ll be offering hygiene, restorative and oral surgery services.” People should expect to come as early as possible as the doors open at 6 a.m. Once the clinic is full (usually by 10 a.m.), the
doors for the day will be closed to get those patients cared for. “We’re estimating that we can treat about 1,500 low-income, dentally uninsured adult and children in two days,” she said. “We’ll also be offering free flu shots.” Care will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis with no advanced appointments available to be made. Those ages 18-and-younger must be accompanied by an adult to receive services. Dental professionals from across Colorado have united for this cause, and will be donating their services; cleanings, fillings, extractions and limited oral surgery. At this year’s clinic flu shots will also be available. “Access to dental care is a huge problem for many families,” Dr. Nick Chiovitti, CO-
MOM site chair said, “Thousands of individuals can’t eat, sleep, concentrate at work or function because of oral pain. COMOM was established to help those who cannot afford dental care with their most urgent dental needs.” More patient information can be found at COMOM.org.
NEWS IN A HURRY Candidate forum to be held Saturday The Heart of Westminster, formerly the Westminster Progressive Homeowners Association, is hosting a candidate forum 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Westminster Grange Hall, 3935 W. 73rd Ave. Adams County candidates, including state and local representatives, county commissioners, sheriff candidates, assessor candidates, treasurer candidates, clerk and recorder candidates and coroner candidates have been invited. Candidates who attend will introduce themselves and answer questions. They will also be asked about their position on current ballot issues. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. with coffee and refreshments served.
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Business translates smoke signals The brown cloud that used to hover over downtown Denver was not so evident when walking on the 16th Street Mall, but very clear from afar — let’s from say the Thornton Parkway exit on Interstate 25. In a similar way, others may have a good perch to size up a public perception cloud over Colorado since recreational marijuana was recently legalized. The Metro Denver Economic Development Corp. took just such an opportunity to query business leaders at its 2014 Metro Denver Site Selection Conference Friday at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. The question was posed to an invited panel of site selection experts — those involved in the analysis of choosing the best cities and regions to locate companies in labor, incentives, tax advantages, transportation access and quality of life. When asked about the impact of legalized recreational marijuana, Shinobu Yoshitomi of Colorado Frontiers Consulting said people in Japan were a little shocked at the development. She said they ask if there is more crime, if children are safe and if the streets are more dangerous because of drivers smoking marijuana. Joseph Vranich of Spectrum Location Solutions in California said people are concerned about cultural deterioration, adding marijuana can be seen as a con-
OUR VIEW tributing negative. Some on the panel said the change is relatively unremarkable to some businesses considering relocation to Colorado, and noted the lighter side of the issue. One panelist noted when out-of-staters find out he is from Colorado, he is jokingly asked if he has any weed. Nonetheless Yoshitomi stressed that the state should communicate that the law has not had a major impact on crime rates to assure foreign companies considering Colorado. Others at the conference agreed efforts should be made to clarify actual impacts. We do agree the state should partner with businesses to show exactly how recreational marijuana is affecting the state. Of course, the revenue from marijuana sales tax going to good use, but we believe the more important piece is to show exactly how recreational marijuana affects the state in terms of crime as time goes on, how it is affecting education and — in an overarching way — summing how it impacts quality of life.
No doubt, concerns are expressed every day. In conversations with teachers, we are told marijuana is now more available to students, and to generalize students known to smoke often experience declining grades. And in our day-to-day observations, we are more likely to see motorists smoking a pipe with marijuana at intersections than in past years. Driving while high — whatever the substance — is a problem, and a top issue for the state to address. The recent launch of a public service campaign “Don’t Be a Lab Rat” with people-sized lab rat cages, to warn high school students and all those under 21 about potential risks of marijuana use is certainly edgy, but discourse generators are welcome as ongoing research seeks to better identify health risks. Now that recreational marijuana is legal, the state’s challenge is to make sure it does no damage to innocent bystanders or the overall quality of life. For those who smoke or consume edibles the pros and cons, and best practices of using the drug should be made clear as well. We’re proud to be a destination state, and it doesn’t take much time on our soil for people to take a shine to Colorado. Let’s keep it that way.
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Gessler is hot potato in race for his office Williams, Neguse both hoping to avoid past secretary’s drama By Vic Vela vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com In the race to become Colorado’s next secretary of state, two candidates are touting their qualifications while distancing themselves from the man who currently holds the post. Republican El Paso County Clerk and Recorder Wayne Williams will take on Democrat Joe Neguse, a University of Colorado regent, in a race to become the state’s elections chief. The two are seeking to fill a seat that will soon be vacated by Secretary of State Scott Gessler. The Republican opted against seeking a second term and instead launched an unsuccessful bid for governor earlier this year. Gessler has famously earned the nickname “honey badger,” born from a style of bare-knuckled politics that has rallied Republicans and roiled Democrats. Gessler has had several public battles with Gov. John Hickenlooper and legislative Democrats over election policy and his handling of the secretary of state’s office. That style is something that both Williams and Neguse say they want to avoid if elected as Gessler’s successor. “I think some of the ways he presented things were too polarizing,” said Williams. Williams said Gessler “has done a lot of good things,” but added: “We have different styles.” However, Neguse sees a lot of Gessler in
Williams. Neguse believes Williams has a record of “focusing on efforts that make it harder for people to vote.” “For me, it is important to have a secretary of state who is not only going to protect the right the vote, but empower more people to exercise that constitutional right because it is a right that we shouldn’t take for granted,” Neguse said. Williams said Neguse’s Neguse characterization of him just isn’t the case. “I’m the only one (in the race) who has run an office and run elections and I’ve done it well,” he said.
Backgrounds differ Williams served for eight years as an El Paso County commissioner prior to being elected county clerk and recorder in 2010. Williams said he is proud of the customer service he has provided for four years and is especially proud of his work during the 2012 Waldo Canyon Fire, when many voters were being evacuated the same day of a primary election. “We counted every ballot, made sure they were all secure and made every statutory deadline despite being evacuated for the fire,” Williams said. Williams has also presided over three recall elections in as many counties. He was asked by officials in Teller and Saguache counties to handle local recall elections there, and he oversaw his own county’s highly publicized recall election, which led to the ouster of then-state Senate President
John Morse. Neguse was elected to represent the state’s 2nd Congressional District on the CU Board of Regents. His public service record also includes having served as a commissioner on the Boulder Housing Authority and being a Capitol staffer for former state House Speaker Andrew Romanoff. Neguse is a first-generation American whose parWilliams ents are from Africa. “The right to vote really is sacred and, as the son of immigrants, I can tell you in a very visceral way what it means to be able to have the right to vote and to exercise that right to vote,” he said. If elected, Neguse said he would work to create a “one-stop shop” business platform to make it easier for business owners to navigate service options. He also wants to dispatch office representatives across the state for greater service accessibility.
Divided on reforms Neguse and Williams have different opinions on key voting issues that will shape their policies. Neguse is a supporter of a 2013 elections overhaul law that created same-day registration in Colorado and requires that all ballots be mailed to registered voters. Neguse believes the law will enable more people to participate in elections, but Williams has been an outspoken critic of the law. Williams said the law is costly to counties and is unfair to voters who don’t wish to receive ballots in the mail because
of security issues. Williams — whose opposition to the elections reform law puts him among the minority of county clerks in the state — also is concerned that the law will lead to increased cases of voter fraud. “Colorado had the highest percentage turnout in the country in 2012,” Williams said. “The system was working very well as it was.” Neguse believes Williams’ opinion on the law misses the mark. He points to safeguards that are in place that allow clerks real-time information when votes are being cast, which is intended to root out fraud. “Same-day registration has existed in Wyoming for decades,” Neguse said. “It has existed in Idaho for decades. It’s worked well. Empirical evidence shows more people participate.” Williams supports voter identification laws and doesn’t think that showing a utility bill is a valid form of ID. He concedes that voter fraud is rare, but he cites two recent El Paso County elections that were decided by a single vote. “We don’t have bank robberies that often either,” he said. “But (if a bank) put all its money in a pile and put a note on the pile and said, ‘Hey customers, just sign an affidavit that you’ve taken no more money than you have deposited in this bank,’ that would be an absurd result.” But Neguse doesn’t think that voters want “a secretary of state who is going to be focused on dismantling those reforms.” “That should be something we should strive for — making it easier to vote for those people who are eligible to vote,” he said.
BRIGHTON NEWS IN A HURRY Residents invited to community meeting on proposed Reunion elementary school Parents and community members are invited to hear more about design plans and provide their own input for School District 27J’s proposed 12th elementary school. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 2, at Stuart Middle School, 15955 E. 101st Way, Commerce City. Elementary School No. 12 would be built on a 10.1 acre piece of land near
110th Avenue and Landmark Drive in the Reunion community of Commerce City. Meeting attendees will receive an update on design work that has been completed up to this point and have the opportunity to share feedback on the design plans. Denver-based architectural firm SLATERPAULL/Hord Coplan Macht has been selected to guide the design process for the new school. “We are eager for the opportunity to design a new elementary school for the Reunion community and to work closely with
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Prairie View celebrates at home While Brighton loses on the road By Michelle Boyer
Mkboyer8@gmail.com Despite a 45-minute lightning delay Friday, the Thunderhawks cruised by for the win against the Panthers 41-27. Zach Peterson started out the scoring for Prairie View in the first quarter, and later came back in a huge play to earn a first down that led to Prairie View going up 20-6. RJ Ramirez had a long touchdown run after Boulder tied the game. Jeremy Velasco, Donovan Otero and Zach Crispin all scored. “Boulder is a well-coached, hard-nosed physical team that gave us everything we wanted and more,” Coach Todd Riccio said. “Our running game kept us in the game all night and our defense found answers to stop their talented running back.” The 2-0 Thunderhawks will hit the road to face Thornton this Friday. “Thornton is a tough team,” he said. “They played Boulder very tough. They played them to 14-0 in the first half. They’ll be a physical team for sure.”
BHS suffers second half loss With a promising score of 6-6 at the half, Brighton just couldn’t squeeze out a win against Denver East. Brighton fell 35-6 to Denver East. “We’re young and learning,” Coach Pat Sandoval said. “We’re getting better each week. We need to learn how to bounce back after a big play. Denver East had some big plays the second half.” The Brighton team had some injuries that hurt them this week, and Sandoval said young players were put in some tough situations. “It was a tough week,” he said. “Our boys will bounce back. Hopefully we’ll get some of the boys injured back this week for homecoming.” Conner Pepin had a great game, with some big plays that sparked momentum for Brighton.
Conner Pepin walking out of the endzone after scoring a touchdown during the Northglenn game Sept. 12. Photo by Michelle Boyer “Dalton Wadkins and Sam Kullberg, along with the whole offensive line played great,” he said. Going into their Homecoming Game this week Brighton plans on putting a complete game together for Westminster. “Westy is a big and strong team,” he said. “It will be a tough game. They beat us last year on the last play of the game. The boys are excited for homecoming. Everyone wants to win their homecoming game; therefore it’s a big game.” Since it’s his first year on the varsity football team, senior Conner Pepin really has a love for his team. “It’s family,” he said. “We’re a very disciplined team that has talent in every position and depth in every
position.” The wide receiver/cornerback loves to have the chance to make a play at any given time that can change the game, rather than be an interception or touchdown. “I don’t like that while playing cornerback, sometimes I’m not involved in the plays as much as I’d like to be,” he added. Playing football since he was in first grade he’s been coach many years under Coach Carl Nance. “My true passion is baseball, but my elbow surgery has changed how I feel about it and what certain limitations I may have in the spring with it,” he said. Coming off the Denver East loss, Pepin said the team just has to bounce back and
correct the small mistakes in order to get the win on Homecoming. “Playing Westminster is going to be a great test for our defensive line,” he said. “They have a heavy offense. We’ll need to take advantage of any chance to score and can’t stall out in the redzone this week.” “Conner is a great athlete,” Sandoval said. “We’re glad he came out this year. He’s one of our leaders and we’re blessed to have him on our team.” Undecided about where he’ll go to college, he’d like to continue playing one or the other of his two passionate sports. “It just depends on which one suits my future the best,” he said.
Prairie View, Brighton send golfers to state Yang, Kropp perform well at regionals By Michelle Boyer
Mkboyer8@gmail.com Brighton golfer Ryan Kropp will make his first appearance at the golf 5A State Championships this year. Kropp has golfed at Brighton for three years. “I golf because I enjoy it and I’m good at it,” he said. “I enjoy and like things if I’m good at them. It helps keep my motivation up and keeps getting better because I know I can have a chance to do something exciting. If I didn’t take that chance, and not be the best I can, then I wouldn’t do it.” Knowing all the potential the state tournament has to offer, he’s looking forward to competing. “I’m not going to try and win it, because knowing my skill right now I don’t think I’m capable of beating the best, but next year that is my goal,” he said. “Going into it I’m trying to get somewhere around the top 15 finish. I want to just post two good scores for myself. If I get into a position to do something then, yes I’ll go for it.” Kropp shot a 76 at the regional tournament last week. “He’s worked really hard, and has gotten a lot better than last year,” Brighton Coach Eli Haskell said. “Ryan’s learning every day how to be a better golfer. He’s been working with me once a week all year, since last season finished. This was the best round of golf he’s had for the year.” Haskell felt the Brighton team did much better this season. “No one broke 90 last year, and this year all four did,” he said. “Austin Roth missed
state by two points with an 83. He had a birdie on the last hole, but it wasn’t enough. Brice Pawlowski and Trey Hamblin also did well, both scored 90. Next season Brighton will have five returning strong golfers. Haskell is happy as he said the culture of golf is getting better. “We have the five kids working hard, and they are some die-hard golfers who’ve all gotten better,” he said. “I know this year we’ll be better. Next year our goal is to get a team into state. We’re on the boarder of doing that. It’s been a long time coming for Brighton golf.” After shooting a 79 and tying for 18th in the regional tournament, Prairie View High School senior Andy Yang will also make his first appearance at the state tournament this year. “I’m going to simply go out and have fun,” he said. “It’s my last year. I have to just go out and enjoy it.” Yang felt it wasn’t a strong year for him, but he’s happy that he finally made it to state. “Prairie View had a good year, and we accomplished one of our goals, winning the East Metro Athletic Conference,” Coach Dan Hamilton said. “Andy will make his first appearance at state this year, as he just missed it last year by one stroke. Andy has been a leader and has always helped his teammates when needed. “Hunter Nicholas, Taron Ford and Diego Nolasco all had rough outings at regionals, but they were a huge part of Prairie View winning the EMAC.” The 5A State Golf Tournament is at Colorado Springs Country Club on Sept. 29-30. Dates are still pending for a fall golf camp hosted by the BHS golf program in early to the middle of October.
Brighton High School junior Ryan Kropp had success at the regional golf tournament last week. He will compete in the State 5A tournament for the first time in his high school careers September 29-30. Photo by Michelle Boyer
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T-Hawks, fierce and ready Thoms’ team makes for a strong start to softball season By Michelle Boyer
Mkboyer8@gmail.com The Lady Thunderhawks softball started their season strong with a 12-2 season thus far compared to their 2013 season ending record of 13-8. With hot hitting from the team and Margarita Sena’s solid pitching, which has been key, the squad beat Adams City 11-1 and Westminster 9-8 last week. “We have several players who’ve contributed and that’s one of the keys to our success,” Coach Mark Gonzales said, “We have a lot of young talent and we hope to continue to grow. We have a league schedule remaining that will provide a couple of tough challenges, and we hope to be standing tall.” Center fielder Taylor Thoms has played softball for seven years. “My parents put me in a bunch of sports and softball just clicked with me,” she said. “I had a ton of fun playing it, and about three years into playing, I decided to go further with it and play competitive. I did play basketball and volleyball in middle school, but decided to focus on softball.” Playing softball also with the Colorado Havoc this year, she said club ball is way more competitive than high school ball. “Taylor has been a leader and has
played at a high level this year,” Gonzales said. “Her consistent production has helped us start with 11 wins and two losses.” With a batting average of .673, Thoms has made 20 RBI and has had 27 runs so far this season. Her favorite thing about softball is being able to play with new people every year. “I meet some of my best friends from playing softball,” she said. “It’s always fun to play with your good friends. This is by far our best season yet. We have a great connection and we all get along great. There’s no drama and we’re a big family. “I don’t have a least favorite thing about the sport. Everything is always fun and playing is such a joy.” Thoms received academic all-state first team, East Metro Athletic Conference Honorable Mention and EMAC first team all-academic as a freshman and sophomore. She received the Thunderhawk Award her sophomore year. As a junior she made EMAC first team allconference, academic all-state honorable mention and EMAC second team all-academic. She’s still debating if she wants to play college softball next year. She said she’d love to attend Western Nebraska; otherwise she’ll look into the University of Northern Colorado or Metro State. She would like to major in athletic training. Prairie View will host Thornton at 4 p.m. today.
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THURSDAY: BHS softball vs. Aurora Central, 4 p.m. BHS BOYS’ tennis at Rangeview, 4 p.m. PVHS SOFTBALL vs. Thornton, 4 p.m. BHS BOYS’ soccer at Gateway, 4:30 p.m. PVHS BOYS’ soccer at Hinkley, 4 p.m. BHS VOLLEYBALL vs. Thornton, 6:30 p.m. FRIDAY: BHS/PVHS cross country at Thornton Invitational, 3:00 p.m. BHS SOFTBALL vs. Wheat Ridge, 4:30 p.m. PVHS SOFTBALL vs. Denver West, 4:30 p.m. PVHS FOOTBALL vs. Boulder, 7 p.m. PVHS VOLLEYBALL at Pomona, 7 p.m. PVHS FOOTBALL at Thornton, 7 p.m. BHS FOOTBALL vs. Westminster (HOMECOMING), 7 p.m. SATURDAY: BHS cross-country varsity invitational at Barr Lake, 7 a.m. PVHS CROSS-COUNTRY at Fort Carson Invitational, 10 p.m. MONDAY: PVHS boys’ soccer vs. Thornton, 7 p.m. TUESDAY: BHS cross country at Adams County Fairgrounds (Mercury Classic), TBA PVHS VOLLEYBALL vs. Northglenn, 6:30 p.m.
PVHS BOYS soccer at Adams City, 7 p.m. BHS VOLLEYBALL vs. Westminster, 6:30 p.m. BHS BOYS’ soccer vs. Rangeview, 7 p.m. WEDNESDAY: BHS softball at PVHS, 4:00 p.m. BHS VOLLEYBALL at Loveland, 6:30 p.m. SCORES: FOOTBALL- Denver East 35, BHS 6 PVHS 41, Boulder 27 BOYS’ SOCCER- BHS 2, Thornton 1 BHS 2, Greeley West 1 OVERLAND 2, BHS 0 AURORA CENTRAL 10, PVHS 2 SOFTBALL- FALCON 8, PVHS 5 PVHS 11, Adams City 1 PVHS 9, Westminster 8 BHS 6, Grandview 2 BHS 19, Rangeview 2 BHS 13, Northglenn 0 BHS 4, Castleview 0 VOLLEYBALL- ARAPAHOE 3, BHS 1 BHS 3, Eaglecrest 0 PVHS 3, Pomona 2
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Taylor Thoms at bat for the Thunderhawks at the Adams City game Sept. 16. Prairie View dominated Adams City 11-1. Photo by Michelle Boyer
Candidate meeting scheduled Staff Report The League of Women Voters of Adams County is hosting a candidates meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 30, to be held at the Sky View High School Auditorium, 8990 York St, Thornton, CO. The meeting time is 6-9 p.m.
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The League of Women Voters of Adams County is hosting a candidates meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 30, at the Rosa Auditorium, Skyview Campus, 8990 York St, Thornton. The meeting time is 6-9 p.m. All the candidates running for county offices in Adams County have been invited. Please come and hear their ideas. If you can’t make the meeting, visit www.vote411. org for information on the candidates.
County among national leaders in job growth
Adams County employers are adding jobs at one of the fastest rates in the nation. In a report published Sept. 18 by the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in Adams County increased by 4.7 percent between March 2013 and March 2014. The national average for job growth during that time was 1.7 percent. According to the federal report, Adams County has enjoyed steady growth over the past 12 months. “This is great news and validates what we have been saying for years about the economic development opportunities in the county,” said Board of County Commissioners Chair Charles “Chaz” Tedesco. “We look forward to helping existing and prospective businesses so we can sustain this growth in employment.” Adams County joins Weld County on the list. With 7.1 percent growth over the same period, Weld County ranked first among the largest counties in the country. From March 2013 to March 2014, employment increased in 281 of the 339 largest U.S. counties.
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Mountain Range (No.3) doubles Max Castillo and Bryce Waggoner (at net) defeated Brighton’s Nate Conn and Austin Isham: 6-1, 6-1 in a dual that gave Mountain Range the win 4-3. Photo by Pam Wagner
All the candidates running for county offices in Adams County have been invited. Please come and hear their ideas. If you can’t make the meeting, please visit www. vote411.org for information on the candidates.
Rep. Ed Perlmutter is currently accepting Service Academy Nominations until Oct. 1, 2014. Rep. Perlmutter participates in this program each year to help the best and brightest of the 7th Congressional District attend a United States Military service academy. Candidates applying for a congressional nomination must meet the following eligibility requirements as of July 1 of the year of admission to a service academy: be a U.S. resident and legal resident of the 7th Congressional District, be between 17-23 years old, be unmarried, not pregnant, and no legal obligation to support children or other dependents.
Candidates will be evaluated using a competitive system that includes a personal interview, and a review of your application, essays, academic records, letters of recommendation, community involvement, character and leadership experience. Nominations will be made prior to Jan. 31, 2015. It’s important to note that a congressional nomination is not a guarantee of admission. The final decision will be made by the academy itself following a “wholeperson” evaluation that considers a candidate’s character, scholarship, leadership, physical aptitude, medical fitness, goals and motivation. Interested candidates can visit http:// perlmutter.house.gov/ for more information about the application and selection process.
Beer & Wine Tasting fundraiser
The annual Romito Foundation Annual Beer & Wine Tasting on the Hill Silent Auction takes place Saturday, Oct. 18. The VIP event with exclusive wine tasting starts at 6 p.m. The main event starts at 7 p.m. The location is The Brittany Hill, 9350 Grant St., Thornton. The Romito Foundation held a Beer Tasting Event and was able to raise more than $10,000. The funds went to sending 15 kids with Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy to camp and take many more to Rockies, Avalanche and Nuggets games. For tickets visit www.3BAD.org or call 303-718-2538.
Phone town hall meeting
The Adams County Board of Commissioners invite residents to participate in a Telephone Town Hall Meeting on 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23. Participants will be given the opportunity to discuss issues and ask questions from the comfort of their homes. On Tuesday, 40,000 households in both incorporated and unincorporated Adams County will receive a phone call inviting them to participate in the meeting. Those who do not receive a call are encouraged to join the meeting by calling toll free 877353-4701. So take or make that call, share your opinions, and have fun with a real-time polling activity.
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Wild horses couldn’t drag me away from the Sept. 17 opening of Odysseo, the new multimedia horse, of course, extravaganza under the big top at the Pepsi Center parking lot. Despite my ever-tightening chest, an indication of how allergic I am to the magnificent creatures, I stayed the course until the last hoof had left the building. The show opened to a crowd of 2,000 who — judging by the standing ovation at the end — were blown away by the blend of equestrian arts, performing arts and high-tech theatrical effects. Sharing the colossal stage with 46 riders, acrobats, aerialists and musicians, the 62 horses stole the spotlight during this blend of equine ballet and old-fashioned rodeo tricks. The opening night also marked Odysseo’s 700th show since the inception of this equine spectacular in 2011. “The entire troupe and myself felt a very warm welcome from the Denver audience”, said Normand Latourelle, Cavalia’s founder and artistic director. “With more than 1 million spectators having been touched by the beauty and majesty of Odysseo since the beginning of this colossal adventure, we are proud to finally present this feel-good show to Denver.” Odysseo offers evening and matinee performances through Oct. 5. Tickets are available at www.cavalia.net or by calling 866-999-8111.
LoDo Sips seeks volunteers New this year, LoDo Sips, a walking tour of Historic Lower Downtown Denver while tasting samples from taverns and bars, has replaced LoDo Bites. From 5-9 p.m. Oct. 9, at each stop along the way you’ll be treated to a sample of a Colorado brewed, distilled or produced beverage. Participating bars include Tavern Downtown, Celtic Tavern, Wynkoop Brewing Co., Spill, Viewhouse and more. LoDo Sips celebrates the district’s tavern and brewpub scene. Tickets are $35 for individuals or $30 each for a group of 10 or more, available at www.lodo.org. Volunteers are needed for the event. For details, email info@ lodo.org.
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ALMOST HOME Inc., a nonprofit in Brighton, is partnering with Aims Community College to offer GED testing and classes in Almost Home’s community room. Aims will offer free pre-testing from 4-8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29; from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30; from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2; and from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4. Call 303-659-6199 to sign up for a spot and a time. The pre-testing will tell students exactly what they need to study in order to pass the GED. Literature about signing up for the GED classes will be available at the time of the pre-test. Dates and times
gently used baby and kids clothing, toys, furniture and gear, is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Adams County Fairgrounds, 9755 Henderson Road, Brighton. Other items for sale include books, toys, backpacks, bikes, strollers, car seats, Halloween costumes and baby furniture. Contact Suzanne Gilfoil, emerald663@ yahoo.com/ Check the group’s Facebook page for more information and early shopping opportunities. Select items will be reduced to half-price from noon to 1 p.m. Admission cost is $2.
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of the classes will be announced shortly. Go to www. almosthomeonline.org/ or www.facebook.com/AlmostHomeColorado.
FRIDAY POTLUCK BRIGHTON IS home to some great cooks. Join us for a super meal at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 26, at Eagle View Adult Center, 1150 Prairie Center Parkway, Brighton. This is a true potluck. Just bring a dish to share that serves 10 and your table setting. Call 303-655-2075 or go to www.brightonco.gov. FINE ARTS AT FOUR CONCERT FINE ARTS at Four, in partnership with the City of Brighton and SCFD, presents Rocky Mountain Brassworks in a free concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28 at The Armory at Brighton Cultural Center. Brass bands date back to the early 19th century, when more than 2,000 brass bands performed in the state. Go to www.rockymountainbrassworks.org. FREE MEDICARE SERIES CENTURA HEALTH Links sponsors a free Medicare series this fall. Programs will take place at Eagle View Adult Center, 1150 Prairie Center Parkway, Brighton. Call 303655-2075 to register. Schedule: 7 P.M. Thursday, Oct. 2: “Medicare 101 For Seniors” – Learn what Medicare is, how it works and what it covers, especially under Parts A and B. You need to sign up for Medicare before you turn 65, so if you have a
– Prescription drug plans and pricing change every year. This is an overview of the new changes for 2015 Medicare Part D coverage. Register by Friday, Oct. 10.
10:30 A.M. Tuesday, Oct. 28: “Medicare Advantage Plans” – Learn how Medicare works when you sign up for HMO plans such as Secure Horizons, Rocky Mountain or Kaiser. Learn the advantages and disadvantages. Register by Friday, Oct. 24.
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THERE ARE four methods of transferring your assets on death. Learn the benefits and drawbacks of each and the tools used, such as wills and trusts, at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, at Eagle View Adult Center, 1150 Prairie Center Parkway, Brighton. Call 303-655-2075 or go to www.brightonco.gov. An attorney from Dolan & Associates, P.C. will lead the program. Register by Monday, Oct. 6.
PLATTE VALLEY Medical Center will give flu shots from 8-11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, at Eagle View Adult Center, 1150 Prairie Center Parkway, Brighton. Shots will cost $20 if you don’t have insurance to cover the cost. No copay needed for insurance companies that have contract with Platte Valley Medical center. Call Peggy 303-4983590 for specifics.
10:30 A.M. Wednesday, Nov. 12: “Medicare
Saving Plans and the Low Income Subsidy” – There is a benefit available to low-income individuals to help them pay for Part B and prescription coverage. You may qualify if you make less than $1,333 a month, or $1,790 per couple. Register by Friday, Nov. 7.
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VOLUNTEER DENTISTS, hygienists, health professionals and community members will provide free dental treatment and education through the Colorado Mission of Mercy Friday, Oct. 3, and Saturday, Oct. 4, at Prairie View High School, 12909 E. 120th Ave., Henderson. COMOM is a two-day portable dental clinic that operates 125 dental chairs simultaneously. This year’s clinic Public Notice plans to help over 1,500 low-income, dentally uninsured NOTICE OF VACANCIES adults and children in the north metro and surrounding The City of aBrighton is now accepting areas. Care will be provided on first-come, first-served applications to fill positions that will be open on the will following Boards basis; no advanced appointments be made. Early and Commissions. Applications may be obarrival is highly encouraged; those thanOffice, 18 must tained from the younger City Clerk’s 500 South 4th Avenue, 4th Floor, Monday have a parent or guardian Treatment provided throughpresent. Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m.fillings, and 5:00 p.m. The application is also will include cleanings, extractions and limited available on the City of Brighton website oral surgery. Specialatatwww.brightonco.gov. this year’s clinic will Completed be free flu applications should be returned to the City shots for patients. GoClerk’s to www.COMOM.org. Office by 5:00 p.m. on September
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26, 2014. City Council requires each applicant to attend a meeting of the Board or Commission you are applying for prior to the interview.
BOARD OF APPEALS The Board of Appeals has four (4) openings at this time. The openings are for two (2) regular members, one (1) regular member to fill an unexpired term and one (1) alternate member at this time. Members of this board are qualified by experience related to the construction industry and are trained to rule or review upon matters pertaining to building construction. The Board of Appeals meets at need to determine the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction, acts on appeals for the city’s construction codes (building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical codes) and for Property Maintenance Codes. Brighton staff representatives are present to facilitate, including the Chief Building Official and a permit technician acting as the Board Secretary. Meetings are held at Brighton City Hall, 500 South 4th Ave.
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AUTHORITY The Urban Renewal Authority has openOpportunities Available The City of Brighton is now acceptingToday ings for one (1) alternate member at this applications to fill positions that will be time. The Board meets at 4:30 p.m. on the open on the following Boards and first and third Wednesday of every month Commissions. Applications may be ob• One on One Care Givers at Historic City Hall. tained from the City Clerk’s Office, 500 South 4th Avenue, 4th Floor, Monday HISTORIC PRESERVATION through Friday with between the hours of 8:00 certified • Resident Aid QMAP COMMISSION a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The application is also The Historic Preservation Commission available on the City of Brighton website has an opening for one (1) Professional at www.brightonco.gov. Completed ap• Cook member at this time. The Board meets on plications should be returned to the City
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the second Thursday of every month at Clerk’s Office and by 5:00able p.m. on Must be26, flexible toSeptember work all shifts 6:00 p.m. at Historic City Hall. At least 2014. City Council requires each applicant to attend a meeting of the Board or
40% of commission members shall be
The Board of Appeals has four (4) openings at this time. The openings are for two (2) regular members, one (1) regular member to fill an unexpired term and one (1) alternate member at this time. Members of this board are qualified by experience related to the construction industry and are trained to rule or review upon matters pertaining to building construction. The Board of Appeals meets at need to determine the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction, acts on appeals for the city’s construction codes (building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical codes) and for Property Maintenance Codes. Brighton staff representatives are present to facilitate, including the Chief Building Official and a permit technician acting as the Board Secretary. Meetings are held at Brighton City Hall, 500 South 4th Ave.
American civilization, cultural geography or cultural anthropology. Recognizing that professionals may not be available in some communities, this requirement can be waived if the local government makes a good faith effort to recruit professionals and demonstrates that it is capable of carrying out commission responsibilities.
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Public Notices Government Legals Public Notice NOTICE OF VACANCIES The City of Brighton is now accepting applications to fill positions that will be open on the following Boards and Commissions. Applications may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, 500 South 4th Avenue, 4th Floor, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The application is also available on the City of Brighton website at www.brightonco.gov. Completed applications should be returned to the City Clerk’s Office by 5:00 p.m. on September 26, 2014. City Council requires each applicant to attend a meeting of the Board or Commission you are applying for prior to the interview. BOARD OF APPEALS The Board of Appeals has four (4) openings at this time. The openings are for two (2) regular members, one (1) regular member to fill an unexpired term and one (1) alternate member at this time. Members of this board are qualified by experience related to the construction industry and are trained to rule or review upon matters pertaining to building construction. The Board of Appeals meets at need to determine the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction, acts on appeals for the city’s construction codes (building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical codes) and for Property Maintenance Codes. Brighton staff representatives are present to facilitate, including the Chief Building Official and a permit technician acting as the Board Secretary. Meetings are held at Brighton City Hall, 500 South 4th Ave. BRIGHTON URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY The Urban Renewal Authority has openings for one (1) alternate member at this time. The Board meets at 4:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of every month at Historic City Hall. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION The Historic Preservation Commission has an opening for one (1) Professional member at this time. The Board meets on the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Historic City Hall. At least 40% of commission members shall be professionals in preservation related discipline such as architecture, landscape architecture, architectural history, archaeology, history, planning, American studies, American civilization, cultural geography or cultural anthropology. Recognizing that professionals may not be available in some communities, this requirement can be waived if the local government makes a good faith effort to recruit professionals and demonstrates that it is capable of car-
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BRIGHTON URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY The Urban Renewal Authority has openings for one (1) alternate member at this time. The Board meets at 4:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of every month at Historic City Hall. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION The Historic Preservation Commission has an opening for one (1) Professional member at this time. The Board meets on the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Historic City Hall. At least 40% of commission members shall be professionals in preservation related discipline such as architecture, landscape architecture, architectural history, archaeology, history, planning, American studies, American civilization, cultural geography or cultural anthropology. Recognizing that professionals may not be available in some communities, this requirement can be waived if the local government makes a good faith effort to recruit professionals and demonstrates that it is capable of carrying out commission responsibilities. LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY The Liquor Licensing Authority has an opening for one (1) alternate member to fill an unexpired term. The Authority conducts hearings and makes findings of fact on whether to grant or deny new liquor applications, oversees renewal applications and reviews liquor and beer violations and imposes appropriate sanctions. The Board meets at 6:00 p.m. on the first Monday of every month at City Hall. LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee has openings for two (2) regular members and one (1) alternate member at this time. The Board meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 11:30 a.m. at City Hall. PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has an opening for three (3) members at this time. One (1) Ward 1 member, one (1) At-Large member and one (1) Alternate member. The Board meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Recreation Center. Any questions may be directed to Natalie Hoel in the Office of the City Clerk at 303655-2056 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or email questions to nhoel@brightonco.gov. Legal Notice: 10013 First Publication: September 11, 2014 Second Publication: September 18, 2014 Third Publication: September 25, 2014
LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY The Liquor Licensing Authority has an opening for one (1) alternate member to fill an unexpired term. The Authority conducts hearings and makes findings of fact on whether to grant or deny new liquor applications, oversees renewal applications and reviews liquor and beer violations and imposes appropriate sanctions. The Board meets at 6:00 p.m. on the first Monday of every month at City Hall.
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LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee has openings for two (2) regular members and one (1) alternate member at this time. The Board meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 11:30 a.m. at City Hall. PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has an opening for three (3) members at this time. One (1) Ward 1 member, one (1) At-Large member and one (1) Alternate member. The Board meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Recreation Center. Any questions may be directed to Natalie Hoel in the Office of the City Clerk at 303655-2056 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or email questions to nhoel@brightonco.gov. Legal Notice: 10013 First Publication: September 11, 2014 Second Publication: September 18, 2014 Third Publication: September 25, 2014 Published in the Brighton Banner Public Notice Housing Authority seeks a current Public Housing or Housing Choice Voucher participant to serve on Housing Authority Board. The Brighton Housing Authority will be considering appointments to its Housing Authority Board. This board was created to assure quality service to the Brighton Housing Authority clients.
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Housing Authority seeks a current Public Housing or Housing Choice Voucher participant to serve on Housing Authority Board.
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The Brighton Housing Authority will be considering appointments to its Housing Authority Board. This board was created to assure quality service to the Brighton Housing Authority clients. Brighton Housing Authority desires to obtain information and opinions from passionate program participants of the community who have interest, expertise and knowledge that could be utilized in decision making for the operations of the Brighton Housing Authority. The Brighton Housing Authority is seeking interested Public Housing or Housing Choice Voucher Program participants to fill one (1) position with an unexpired term to 2016. The Housing Authority Board meets on the second Thursday of every month at 4 p.m. at Historic City Hall Building located at 22 South 4th Ave, Brighton, Colorado. This is a volunteer, unpaid, position. All interested persons should submit an Application to the City Clerk’s Office, Attention Natalie Hoel, 500 South 4th Avenue, Brighton, Colorado 80601, no later than September 26, 2014. Applications are available in the City Clerk’s Office at 500 South 4th Avenue. Questions may be directed to the Brighton Housing Authority office at 303-655-2160. Legal Notice No.: 10014 First Publication: September 11, 2014 Second Publication: September 18, 2014 Third Publication: September 25, 2014 Published in the Brighton Banner Public Notice Housing Authority seeks members to serve on Housing Authority Board
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Housing Authority seeks members to serve on Housing Authority Board The Brighton Housing Authority will be considering appointments to its Housing Authority Board. This board was created to assure quality service to the Brighton Housing Authority clients. Brighton Housing Authority desires to obtain information and opinions from passionate members of the community who have interest, expertise and knowledge that could be utilized in decision making for the operations of the Brighton Housing Authority. The Brighton Housing Authority is seeking interested Brighton residents to fill one (1) alternate position with a term to November, 2017 and one (1) alternate position with a term to November, 2015. The Housing Authority Board meet on the second Thursday of every month at 4 p.m. at Historic City Hall Building located at 22 South 4th Ave, Brighton, Colorado. This is a volunteer, unpaid, position. All interested persons should submit an Application to the City Clerk’s Office, Attention Natalie Hoel, 500 South 4th Avenue, Brighton, Colorado 80601, no later than August 26, 2014. Applications are available in the City Clerk’s Office at 500 South 4th Avenue or on the City website at www.brightonco.gov. Questions may be directed to the Brighton Housing Authority office at 303-655-2160. Legal Notice No.: 10015 First Publication: September 11, 2014 Second Publication: September 18, 2014 Third Publication: September 25, 2014
Government Legals PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 17 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE (AKA LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT CODE) CITY OF BRIGHTON, STATE OF COLORADO Notice is hereby given that the City of Brighton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the City of Brighton’s Municipal Code, Chapter 17. Land Use and Development Code. The specific section to be amended is Article 17-12 – Definitions. The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 14, 2014. The hearing will begin at 6:00 p.m. The Planning Commission will hear evidence from interested parties, and make a recommendation to City Council regarding the proposed Municipal Code amendment. The hearing will take place in the City Council Chambers, located on the first floor of the City Administration Building, 500 South 4th Avenue in Brighton. Further information may be obtained from the Planning Division at the above address, or by calling (303) 655-2059. Legal Notice No.: 10020 First Publication: September 25, 2014 Last Publication: September 25, 2014 Publisher: Brighton Banner
When government takes action, it uses local newspapers to notify Brighton Housing Authority desires obyou. Reading your public notices is tothe best way to find out what is tain information and opinions from passionate members of the community who have interest, expertise and and knowledge The Brighton Housing Authority is seek- community happening in your how it affects you. If you don’t that could be utilized in decision making ing interested Public Housing or Housing for the operations of the Brighton Housing Choice Voucher Program participants to Authority. never know what you might miss. fill one (1)public position with annotices, unexpired term read you to 2016. The Housing Authority Board Brighton Housing Authority desires to obtain information and opinions from passionate program participants of the community who have interest, expertise and knowledge that could be utilized in decision making for the operations of the Brighton Housing Authority.
The Brighton Housing Authority will be considering appointments to its Housing Authority Board. This board was created to assure quality service to the Brighton Housing Authority clients.
Notices are meant to be noticed. Read your public notices and get involved! meets on the second Thursday of every month at 4 p.m. at Historic City Hall Building located at 22 South 4th Ave, Brighton, Colorado. This is a volunteer, unpaid, position.
All interested persons should submit an Application to the City Clerk’s Office, Attention Natalie Hoel, 500 South 4th Avenue, Brighton, Colorado 80601, no later than September 26, 2014. Applications are available in the City Clerk’s Office at 500 South 4th Avenue.
The Brighton Housing Authority is seeking interested Brighton residents to fill one (1) alternate position with a term to November, 2017 and one (1) alternate position with a term to November, 2015. The Housing Authority Board meet on the second Thursday of every month at 4 p.m. at Historic City Hall Building located at 22 South 4th Ave, Brighton, Colorado. This is a volunteer, unpaid, position. All interested persons should submit an Application to the City Clerk’s Office, Attention Natalie Hoel, 500 South 4th Aven-
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Metro North wants you to be informed before heading to the ballot box on November 4th. Mark your calendar for October 14th as MNCC and DRCOG present a Congressional debate featuring the candidates from the 2nd, 6th, and 7th districts, moderated by Floyd Ciruli. The site is the Adams 12 Five Star Schools Conference Center; discussion begins at 7:25 a.m. Tickets go on sale Monday, September 29th – watch our website for details – www.metronorthchamber.com
The Metro North Chamber of Commerce has a new leader - Angela Habben has been hired as the organization’s president and chief executive officer effective September 29th. She is the Vice President and Relationship Manager for Vectra Wealth Management at Vectra Bank Colorado and has spent the last 36 years in the banking industry. “When we considered her experience, her Angela Habben, skills, and personality, it was clear to us we MNCC President and CEO had an ideal candidate – someone who could come to work on her first day and immediately begin the pursuit of the Chamber’s mission,” said Chamber Chair Jennifer Alderfer. Habben saw the Chamber opportunity as a logical career progression. “I believe my experience in the area of building business relationships will suit the MNCC well as we strengthen the Chamber’s role in helping the community grow and develop.”
A PRIME TIME The Chamber’s inaugural PRIMETIME celebration September 17th was a rousing success, welcoming 120 new members to the Chamber community. A large crowd at the Westin Westminster enjoyed dueling pianos, casino games, ballroom dancing, great food and drink, display booths, prizes, and quality networking. “This was the bash we wanted,” said Interim CEO Shiley Johnson, “with something for everyone. You couldn’t ask for a better environment to promote business engagement.”
October is TASTE Time
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Metro North restaurants are gearing up for the 13th Annual Taste of the Chamber Wednesday, October 8th from 6-8 p.m. at the Denver Mart. Begun in 2001 after 9/11, the event is an evening of delicious treats from dozens of North Metro restaurants for all taste buds and a chance to say thanks to our region’s first responders. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. For more information – www.metronorthchamber.com
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