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January 17, 2013

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Council backs closing parks at 10 Northglenn eyes pair of ordinances to increase safety By Tammy Kranz

tkranz@ourcoloradonews.com Parents of minors caught vandalizing, being in parks during closed hours or violating other city offenses could face punishment under a proposed new ordinance in Northglenn. Council unanimously approved the first reading of the Parental Responsibility for Acts of Minor Children ordinance during its regular meeting Monday. Ward IV Councilman Gene Wieneke was absent. City attorney Corey Hoffmann explained that this legal tool would only be used in appropriate circumstances and not as a matter of course. “It’s intended to be something, if adopted, to be used for more focused or specialized cases where the parent is responsible.” he said. The ordinance gives a municipal judge the authority to assign community service or other penal-

ties to not only the minor who violated the city ordinance, but to his or her legal guardian as well. Council also unanimously approve the first reading of an ordinance that moves up the closing time for all city parks to 10 p.m. Currently the parks close at 11 p.m. Both ordinances are set for public hearings before council’s second and final vote during its Jan. 28 meeting at 7 p.m. in City Hall, 11701 Community Center Drive. The pair of park-related ordinances are part of the city’s efforts to increase safety in the area of the Don Anema Memorial Skate Park and E.B. Rains following citizen complaints last year about a rise in criminal activity. Council gave the OK during its Jan. 7 study session for staff to spend $550 for additional signage and $6,800 to run irrigation at the perimeter of the skatepark after hours. The additional signage will include a large sign detailing the rules of the park at the south entrance and six additional smaller signs posted around the skatepark, stating the park hours and associ-

Northglenn City Council is considering various safety measures to increase safety at E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park. Shown is the Don Anema Memorial Skatepark located inside E.B. Rains. Photo by Andy Carpenean ated penalties. The cost for running irrigation after hours includes a new pump, master valve, clock and additional sprinkler heads that would direct the irrigation system to cover

most of the concrete surface of the skatepark for about 10 minutes. Staff expects the wet surface to discourage skaters from using the park. Staff also suggested spending

about $66,000 on thorny vegetation to line the area of the park to create a barrier. Council as a whole was not in favor of this expenditure and directed staff to look into grant funding.

Governor outlines challenges State of State covers gun control, civil unions, marijuana, economy

“It’s a tough issue for everybody,” said Democratic Rep. Max Tyler, D-Lakewood. “It’s a ‘let’s do everything’ approach. Let’s do background checks. Let’s support our citizens’ mental health needs.”

By Vic Vela

Civil unions could pass

vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Gov. John Hickenlooper acknowledged that “there are no easy solutions” to issues involving guns, but said a debate on how best to deal with firearm-related violence is something “our democracy demands.” The Democratic governor, addressing the General Assembly during his annual State of the State speech Jan. 10, also proffered his opinion on one area of gun control that is certain to be one of the most passionately debated topics lawmakers will take up this legislative session. “Let me prime the pump,” Hickenlooper said. “Why not have universal background checks for all gun sales?” That suggestion certainly caught the at- Gov. John Hickenlooper gives the State of the State address Jan. 10 to senators and representatives in the House chamtention of lawmakers on both sides of the bers of the state Capitol. The session opened Jan. 9. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen aisle. regulating the marijuana industry were also individual freedom must be re-drawn.” “It is just completely unenforceable,” In spite of those varying viewpoints, the touched on during his 40-minute remarks. House Minority Leader Mark Waller, Rgovernor urged action. Colorado Springs, said of Hickenlooper’s “Surely, Second Amendment advocates Common ground sought call for all sales of guns — including those Taking on the issue of gun violence is a and gun control supporters can find cominvolving person-to-person transactions — top agenda item for this Democratic-con- mon ground in support of this proposibe contingent on background checks. trolled General Assembly, especially on the tion: Let’s examine our laws and make the But Democrats applauded the goverheels of last year’s Aurora theater killings changes needed to keep guns out of the nor’s stance. and the December massacre at Sandy Hook hands of dangerous people.” “He made some risky points,” said Rep. Hickenlooper also sought “support for a Elementary School in Connecticut. But just Tracy Kraft-Tharp, D-Arvada. “He wasn’t talking about guns has always been a dicey comprehensive overhaul of our state’s menafraid to jump into that.” political issue, as the governor acknowl- tal health system,” something that he hopes Gun control, one of many issues that can help mentally ill individuals get treatedged. legislators are expected to take up over the “Some point to guns, others to a violent ment before they commit gun crimes. next five months of the session, was just Republicans said there is a bipartisan culture,” he said. “Still others believe that one area that Hickenlooper addressed. Ecothe line between community security and consensus on dealing with mental health nomic matters, civil unions and, of course, issues, but Hickenlooper’s calls for uniPOSTAL ADDRESS

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versal background checks on gun sales is problematic. Rep. Bob Gardner, R-Colorado Springs, called such an effort “a regulatory regime” that won’t do anything to curb gun violence. “It makes people feel good, but it doesn’t do anything to solve the problem,” he said. Gardner also said that it’s unrealistic that “drug dealers on street corners are going to abide by that regime.” But Democrats have the numbers this session, and are primed to move on guns.

Tyler also praised the comments on civil unions by Hickenlooper, who said: “Some of us tried very hard, but it didn’t get done last year. This year, let’s do it. Let’s pass civil unions.” “The Legislature sometimes doesn’t get things done the first year,” Tyler said, referencing civil unions. “It’s been up and over and over again.” With Democrats in charge, civil unions finally are expected to pass this session. However, Waller “wants to make sure that Democrats are being completely transparent with that bill,” arguing that language in civil union legislation shouldn’t contradict the existing gay marriage ban in the state Constitution. Then there’s another big deal that elected officials will have to take up in the coming months. “Oh yeah, Amendment 64,” Hickenlooper quipped, referring to November’s voterapproved legalization of recreational marijuana use. A task force is working on finding ways to regulate the marijuana industry and will forward its findings to legislators by the end of February. Hickenlooper said it is important for the drug not to reach children, and he wants to expand DUI laws for those driving while impaired on marijuana. Waller, who is sponsoring a bill that deals with driving under the influence of marijuana, said he was pleased to hear the governor address that issue. With so many hot-button issues coming up this session, it may be easy to lose focus of what Colorado residents perhaps want lawmakers to pay the most attention to over the next five months. “We do know it’s the economy,” said Kraft-Tharp. “It’s jobs.” Hickenlooper praised Colorado’s “economic rebound” following “a historic recession.” The governor said he wants to “keep improving and building on the foundation we have in place,” and that he plans to put forth a budget that “builds the state’s financial solvency.”

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Legislators’ kickoff complete with grub, gaffes Opening Day of the General Assembly — no, make that Opening Week — is one long social event punctuated by family gatherings, floral deliveries, speeches, inside jokes, bad puns and, this year at least, Democratic control, iPads and something known as “Peegate.” As usual, newly elected officials, male and female, donned their best suits for their photo ops and their mass swearing-in. Reporters not accustomed to covering “The Leg” squeezed into press areas. And lobbyists raced to legislators’ offices to praise, or pan, the bills that flooded in. I, of course, headed straight for the one annual event that tends to bring even vehemently opposing sides together: Opening Night’s Blue Ribbon Reception, co-hosted by the Colorado Restaurant Association and the Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association. Senators and representatives from both sides of the aisle gathered at The Grand Hyatt’s Pinnacle Room with a bird’s-eye view of downtown from the 38th floor. State lawmakers tipped back adult beverages and scarfed down special snacks served by CRA-member restaurants. The per-person price of the party was low enough to comply with state ethics rules. (Full disclosure: I write a blog for the Restaurant Association.) The only audible discussions were which restaurant served the best food. While there was no consensus, the 14 participating eateries put out an impressive example of their menus. Ted’s Montana Grill served bison shortribs, sausages and semi-sour pickles; The Charles Court at The Broadmoor upped the ante with a plate that included dynamite tuna tartare; CityGrille broke out some heat-filled green chili followed by miniature hamburger-shaped cookies; Cheyenne Mountain Resort plated a seared scallop; Mangia Bevi offered deep-fried ravioli with dipping sauces; Metro State culinary students cooked up crab cakes; Wild Eggs topped chips with egg salad and crostini with chicken salad; Outback Steakhouse served seared ahi tuna with wasabi soy dressing and blue cheese pecan chopped salad; Centerplate’s dessert display was worth raving about; The Fort served buffalo meatballs; Bonefish Grill had tuna sashimi; The Fresh Fish Company served tuna its way, seared along with ceviche; and Baca at the Inverness Hotel & Conference Center offered seared sea scallops with forbidden rice and butternut squash risotto. During a short break at the feast fest, CRA President and CEO Pete Meersman thanked the roughly 300 attendees along with the restaurants and beverage sponsors

Republic National Distributing and Southern Wine & Spirits. “Restaurants and hotels are the cornerstone of Colorado’s economy,” Meersman said. “Restaurants and hotels together will generate over $12.5 billion in sales this year. This generates over $850 million in state and local state sales taxes. Restaurants and hotels employ roughly 286,000 employees in 11,500 restaurants.” Those numbers were not lost on Gov. John Hickenlooper, a former restaurateur and founder of The Wynkoop Brewing Co., who spoke to the crowd he called “his peeps.” “There is no challenge that restaurants can’t overcome,” Hickenlooper said. “My 10-year-old son, Teddy, and I got into an argument three weeks ago about how much homework he has. He said to me, ‘All you do is learn facts and make decisions and get a check. I learn something new every day and if I don’t get the facts right, my next day is miserable.’” The governor went on to tell the lawmakers, “Our goal is to make good decisions. If we get together we will have a great session. “Right here in this room, we have the two greatest industries in the world — restaurants and legislators.” House Speaker Mark Ferrandino gave the Blue Ribbon Reception a big thumbsup. “I told the House members this is by far the best event of the year,” he said. “This provides on opening day (of the Legislature) a day to celebrate each other. We have the next 119 days to meet and talk but we might not always agree. Tonight, let’s celebrate the opening of the Legislature.” But Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association honcho Christine O’Donnell had the last word: “Let’s eat, drink and be merry!”

New this year

Many things have changed under the Gold Dome, what with 27 representatives and four senators who’ve never served before.

That’s what term limits get us. But legislators also are getting the chance to be more tech-savvy, with iPads all around. The paper-saving move was approved last year to cut down on printing and filing costs and to increase legislative efficiency. The tablets set taxpayers back about $60,000, according to the Associated Press. Rep. Dan Pabon, D-Denver, asked if software can automatically vote no for certain sponsors. The answer: Yes, but it’s “inadvisable.” On the flip side, also new were key card readers on certain upstairs bathrooms at the Capitol that had long been accessible, through push-button codes, to lobbyists. Capitol regulars decried the change. “Let my people go,” one reporter Tweeted. The Department of Personnel and Administration acknowledged to some miscommunication with the legislature. By days’ end Friday, the crisis was over, with wider access restored.

Capitol bests

Best use of a filing cabinet, endangered with the new iPads: To “put my coffee on,” said Sen. Greg Brophy. Best debate over a speech: Sen. John Morse’s long paramedic story, about how he rushed to help following a car wreck where the victim ultimately died, had fans and foes. “Ran over to catch Sen. Morse’s speech. So far, I’m sorry I did,” the Grand Junction Sentinel’s Charles Ashby said on Twitter. Best rip on the Senate: “We love having

you in our chamber, but please leave,” said Speaker Mark Ferrandino. Best photo op: Morse posed for a photo with the family of new Sen. Owen Hill. The two senators bitterly vied for a seat two years ago. Second best photo op: Five speakers in one photograph — the current speaker and former speakers Frank McNulty, Andrew Romanoff, Terrance Carroll and Ruben Valdez. Best gaffe: The governor said “Oh, Jesus” after messing up a quote in his State of the State speech. Second-best gaffe: Chief Justice Michael Bender asked representatives to “oppose — uphold — the Constitution. Third-best gaffe: Morse introduced Bender as “Chief Justice Bennett.” Bender panned, “Thank you, President (Bill) Cadman.” Best symbolism: The House opened with Denver’s Gay Men’s Chorus singing Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA.” Ferrandino is the first openly gay House speaker. Best quip by a reporter: “`The skiing and the pot was great but the best part of my Colorado trip was the LAMB CHOPS,’ said no one, ever,” wrote the AP’s Kristen Wyatt, dissing Hickenlooper’s choice of what to bet on the Broncos game. Penny Parker usually covers events, restaurants, business, parties and people throughout the metro area in her “Mile High Life” column elsewhere in today’s paper. She also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. She can be reached at penny@blacktie-llc.com or at 303-619-5209.

INSIDE THE SENTINEL THIS WEEK Life: Noёl Coward’s “Blither Spirit” features wit and fast-paced dialogue at Arvada Center. Page 8

Sports: Horizon girls lockdown rival Mountain Range. Page 18

RTD: City officials mixed on FasTracks funding plan. Page 5

Meet Wadsworth: A prairie dog with a familiar name, and a familiar home. Page 20

Question of the Week: A sample of viewpoints on the current legislative session. Page 6

Opinion: Columnist Michael Alcorn covers great expectations and how to keep them in check. Page 7

ACED: County economic development agency marks milestone. Page 4 Schools: Board to discuss project geared to increase funding. Page 5

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Democrats control both houses, governor’s office

hoto . TheBy Staff report two Colorado’s General Assembly went into rs insession Jan. 9 with Democrats in control of r andthe House, Senate and the governor’s office. drewBut by most accounts, jobs and the econoubenmy remain the No. 1 priority for Colorado’s lawmakers. esus” New Speaker of the House Mark Ferf therandino said as much a few days before the Jus-session kicked off, stating plans to roll out a tivesseries of economic bills. More will be reported on the topic as legon. islative proposals emerge. uced nder What follows is a look at other imporCad-tant and controversial issues legislators are expected to tackle this session, which is enedscheduled to end May 8. g Lee • Gun control: Last summer’s Aurora rran-theater shooting and the more recent Conker. necticut school shooting have sparked new kiingefforts across the nation to restrict access art ofto certain types of guns and ammunition. OPS,’But perhaps nowhere will the gun-control isten e of

debate be more heated than in Colorado, a state that traditionally has shown Report staunch support for the Second Amendment. Gov. John Hickenlooper has stated that the time is right for the discussion on gun control. The Democratic Legislature appears poised to make that a priority. State Rep. Rhonda Fields, D-Aurora, plans to introduce two bills, one that would expand background checks for would-be gun buyers and another that would ban high-capacity magazine clips. Other lawmakers have chosen to focus this debate on treatment of the mentally ill rather than on guns themselves. • Fracking: The popular term for hydraulic fracturing involves pumping millions of gallons of water mixed with sand and chemicals deep underground to break up layers of rock and extract oil and natural gas. Noise, air pollution, water consumption and risk to groundwater have all become contentious issues.

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Changes are already under way, with the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission recently approving a rule to require groundwater testing before and after drilling, and giving preliminary approval to increased setbacks from buildings. The panel will make a final setback decision the week of Jan. 21. Limits on noise, emissions and dust and protections against spills also are being considered. • Marijuana: Colorado’s Amendment 64 task force is on the job. And it’s quite a task. The 24 members of the panel are charged with making sense of a multitude of issues related to recreational marijuana use, which voters made legal in the November election. The task force has only until the end of February to compile their recommendations and pass on to the Legislature. A few among the many questions they will consider: Should marijuana be regulated like alcohol as opposed to the medical marijuana model? Should pot tourism be prevented by allowing only Colorado residents to purchase it? What can be done to ensure those under 21 years of age are not able to purchase and use the plant? • Civil unions: This appeared well on its

way to passing during last year’s session before last-minute maneuvering prevented a vote. Having a Democratic majority in both chambers makes it highly likely this will be taken up again and passed. As for the possibility of moving beyond civil unions to gay marriage, Ferrandino, who is openly gay, said in December, “I don’t think we’re there yet as a state.” • Education: Funding for both higher education and K-12 education is expected to draw much attention from lawmakers. House Minority Leader Mark Waller recently said higher-education funding needs to be a priority, while Ferrandino said adequately funding the K-12 system is his party’s No. 2 priority this session behind only jobs and the economy. • The death penalty: Weeks before the session began, state Rep. Claire Levy, DBoulder, said she was exploring the possibility of introducing legislation to ban the death penalty in Colorado. In December, new Senate President John Morse said, “If it is brought up this year, I will likely vote to repeal it.” The state has not executed a prisoner since 1997.

Thornton to prohibit marijuana facilities

ents, eopleBy Darin Moriki Highdmoriki@ourcoloradonews.com r. She . She Businesses and retailers seeking to take .comadvantage of the newly-adopted statewide marijuana laws will have to set up shop outside of Thornton. Thornton City Council unanimously approved an ordinance during its Jan. 8 regular meeting to prohibit marijuana retail stores, cultivation facilities, product manufacturing facilities and testing facilities on the heels of Amendment 64’s passage in the general election. The ordinance will also circumscribe the definitions of these marijuana facilities around those now written into the state’s Constitution. The amendment, which was signed by Gov. John Hickenlooper, legalizes the growth, transport and sale of marijuana for recreational use; permit anyone 21 years old or older to possess and consume up to 1 ounce of marijuana; and allow for the operation of marijuana retail stores, manufacturing facilities and testing

facilities statewide. Jeff Coder, the deputy city manager for city development, said the amendment allows local governments to prohibit marijuana facilities by either enacting an ordinance or placing a ballot measure on the 2014 general election ballot for county voters to consider. He said these city ordinances would allow local governments to govern the time, place, manner and number of marijuana businesses within the city’s limits. The Legislature is expected to adopt a licensing system by July 1, 2013. If a state licensing system is approved by the Legislature, the state could begin accepting licensing applications by Oct. 1, 2013. If the City Council took no action, Coder said marijuana businesses could have begun operations in Thornton as early as Jan. 1, 2014. Mayor Heidi Williams said she supported the temporary facility prohibition ordinance because it would give the Legislature and the 24-member Task Force on the Implementation of Amendment 64 some

time to consider how marijuana should be regulated and taxed. “There is nothing put in place at the state level that in any way protects or helps the city of Thornton or other municipalities with the amendment,” Williams said. “At some point, I suppose there would be a possibility of us reconsidering the prohibition, but at this point, we’re not comfortable with the city doing that.” Mayor Pro Tem Val Vigil agreed and said the road ahead will be a difficult one as the council tries to strike a balance between preserving their residents’ resound-

ing calls to legalize recreational marijuana and maintaining some measure of control within the new laws. Willaims and Vigil both noted that Amendment 64 had passed by more than 50 percent of the city’s voters in all four individual wards. “This is going to be hard — it’s not going to be an easy call to make,” Vigil said. “It’s not going to be an easy decision to allow marijuana licenses within the city, but if we don’t, then some people may say that we’re going against the wishes of the majority of the people. It’s really a Catch-22.”

Thornton woman arrested in Boulder man’s death By Darin Moriki

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Coors Credit Union has been named “Business of the Year” by the Arvada Chamber of Commerce. Coors Credit Union was selected for the honor because of its dedication to improving the Arvada community since its founding in 1954. Every year the credit union hosts toy drives for children, offers scholarships to students and provides financial assistance to those in need through its “Credit Union for a Cause” program. Coors

Credit Union was also recently named the best bank or credit union by Colorado Community Media’s “Best in Jeffco” awards. Coors Credit Union and other outstanding businesses will be recognized at the Chamber’s 88th annual dinner with the theme “Rumor Has It … A Black Tie Affair” at 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Tickets are $75 per person to attend the dinner. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 303424-0313.

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REGIONAL NEWS IN A HURRY

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A Thornton woman has been arrested by the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office for her suspected involvement in the shooting death of a friend at his Boulder home. Carla Maria Bencomo, 34, is being held at the Boulder County jail on a $250,000 bond that was set by Boulder County District Court Judge Noel E. Blum on Jan. 8 for attempting to influence a public official and tampering with physical evidence. The charges came less than a week after her friend, 37-year-old Edgar Olivas, was found dead at his San Lazaro mobile park home at 5505 Valmont Road in Boulder. Boulder Sheriff’s Office spokesman Cmdr. Rick Brough said in a Jan. 4 press release that Boulder County Sheriff’s Office deputies, Rocky Mountain Fire Protection District emergency workers and ambulance personnel responded to Olivas’ home around 9:55 a.m. on Jan. 3 after re-

ceiving a call involving “a non-responsive male party.” Olivas, who had suffered from what appear to be a gunshot wound to the chest, was pronounced dead at the scene. A preliminary investigation conducted by the Sheriff’s Office revealed that Bencomo had been with Olivas at the time of the shooting. She was later contacted and interviewed in Denver before being arrested for one felony count of criminally negligent homicide and one felony count of tampering with physical evidence. Because of the ongoing investigation into Olivas’ death, Brough said Bencomo’s mug shot and other details were not publically available as of press time on Jan. 11. Boulder District Attorney’s Office spokeswoman Catherine Olguin said Bencomo’s preliminary hearing is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 31 in Division 10 at the Boulder Municipal Courthouse, 1777 6th St. in Boulder.

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ACED celebrates 30 years on job County economic development agency marks milestone By Darin Moriki

dmoriki@ourcoloradonews.com As the Adams County Economic Development (ACED) organization celebrates its 30th anniversary, a former and the present director took a few minutes last week to reflect on the how much has changed over that time. Northglenn Economic Development Manager Debbie Tuttle, who served as ACED’s executive vice president from 1988 to 2003, can still remember growing up in Adams County at a time when open fields pre-dated several landmarks, such as Denver International Airport and the Avaya building on 120th Avenue in Westminster. She recalled growing up near the site of the former Northglenn Mall just west of Interstate 25 and 104th Avenue at the time when it was “the mall of the North and surrounding areas.” “I remember the first time when the Burger King at 104th and Washington (Street) was actually built,” Tuttle said. “We didn’t have fast food when I was a girl and that was the first one that actually came here, so there have been some major transformations of Adams County since then.” During her 15-year tenure at ACED, Tuttle said she worked vigorously to bring more high-paying jobs, employment centers and residential areas such as the Legacy Ridge development in Westminster and Fitzsimons Life Science District in Aurora. “When I look at Adams County, I’m proud of all the diversification that it had because a lot of times what people knew us for the blue-collar, industrial areas,” Tuttle said. “We now have a very broad diversification of businesses and high paying jobs in a lot of different areas, so it’s really intriguing to see how the county has transformed over the years.” Barry Gore, ACED’s current president and chief executive officer, said the organization is now working on attracting more retail businesses and employment centers to more areas of the county that will encourage people to live, shop and work within Adams County. He said many Adams County residents commute to jobs located in other parts of the Denver-metro area but noted that some initiatives are already taking off to buck that trend, such as the opening of the new Cabela’s retail store near the Orchard Town Center and St. Anthony North Hospital’s emergency room in Thornton. Gore said ACED is also working to bring

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‘We now have a very broad diversification of businesses and high paying jobs in a lot of different areas, so it’s really intriguing to see how the county has transformed over the years.’ Debbie Tuttle, Northglenn economic development manager more attention to what Adams County offers residents and visitors, such as Water World in Federal Heights and Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. “E-470 opened up a whole new corridor, and I think a lot of people don’t think about Adams County beyond what they see from Interstate 70 or 25,” Gore said. “There a lot of new development within the county that’s beyond what they can see from those two corridors, so part of what we have to do is tell the story of those areas.” Gore and Tuttle also identified Denver County’s proposal for an aerotropolis at Denver International Airport and Front Range Airport’s continual effort to get Spaceport Colorado off the ground as a significant enterprise and benefit for the county, since it would attract more aerospace industry jobs and push more development into eastern areas of the county, such as Watkins and Strasburg. “The potential for this redevelopment project in unincorporated parts of the county is huge, because we consider that the gateway into Adams County,” ACED senior vice president Tricia Allen said. “If we can get what we want or what we’re thinking of in that area, it’s going to be huge in terms of shaping the perception of Adams County as people move in and out along Interstate 25.”

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Bradley A. Landgren, of Northglenn; Alyssa D. Carranco, Amy M. Delaney, Juliette T. Mogenson and Petr I. Rossiytsev, of Thornton, were named to the 2012 fall semester dean’s list at Colorado State University-Pueblo.

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Honoring the community Adams County Economic Development has highlighted many businesses and people during the past three decades. Here are the recipients during the past decade. 2003 – Adams County Commissioners - 56th Ave. Extension (Regional Award) 2003 – City of Aurora - 56th Avenue Extension (Regional Award) 2003 – The Bromley Companies ,LLC (Developer Award) 2003 – Calpine Corporation (Primary Award) 2003 – E-470 Public Highway Authority (Regional Award) 2003 – HISCO (Primary Award) 2003 – Ischemia Technologies Inc. (Primary Award) 2003 – Jordan Perlmutter & Co. (Developer Award) 2003 – McCandless International Trucks of Colorado, Inc. (Primary Award) 2003 – MonierLifetile, LLC (Primary Award) 2003 – O’Meara Ford Center (Primary Award) 2003 – Schuck Corporation - 56th Avenue Extension (Regional Award) 2003 – T-Mobile (Primary Award) 2004 – Brannan Sand and Gravel Co. (Primary Award) 2004 – Front Range Community College (Workforce Award) 2004 – Gayeski & Associates Ltd. (Developer Award) 2004 – General Motors Service & Parts Operations (Primary Award) 2004 – Hunter Douglas Architectural Products (Primary Award) 2004 – Industrial Chemicals Corporation (Primary Award) 2004 – Institute for Community & Professional Development (Workforce Award) 2004 – L. C. Fulenwider Inc. (Developer Award) 2004 – Metalcraft Industries Inc. (Retention Award) 2004 – City of Northglenn (Infrastructure Award) 2004 – City of Thornton - I-25 IGA (Partnership Award) 2004 - United Facilities, Inc. (Primary Award) 2004 – University Physicians Incorporated (Primary Award) 2004 – City of Westminster – I-25 IGA (Partnership Award) 2005 – Carlson Parkhill LLC - Brighton Pavillions (Regional Award) 2005 – Design Fabricators (Primary Award) 2005 – DeVry University (Workforce Award) 2005 – Federal Express (Primary Award) 2005 – Front Range Airport Tower (Infrastructure Award) 2005 – Terry Funderburk (Public Servant Award) 2005 – Miller Stockman (Rocky Mtn. Clothing Co.) (Business Retention Award) 2005 – Rapids Soccer Stadium (Deal of the Year Award) 2005 – Spirit Express Trucking Inc. (Business Retention Award) 2005 – Stanley Aviation Corporation (Business Retention Award) 2005 – UCHSC Research Complex I (Primary Award) 2006 – Adams County Commissioners – ATG (Regional Award) 2006 – Aviation Technology Group – ATG (Regional Award) 2006 – Colorado Office of Economic Development 2006 – Lori Corless-Kennedy (Member of the Year) 2006 – Corporate Express (Deal of the Year) 2006 – Front Range Airport Authority – ATG (Regional Award) 2006 – Lazzara Center for Oral-Facial Health (Workforce Award) 2006 – Evan Metcalf (Public Servant Award) 2006 – Metro Denver Economic Development – ATG (Regional Award) 2006 – Peterson Fluid Sytems (Business Retention Award)

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Board to discuss project geared to increase funding By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews. com Parents of the Thornton High School International Baccalaureate Parent Group are looking to the Adams 12 Five Star School District Board of Education for support on a project geared toward increasing funding for Colorado students. During the Jan. 9 board meeting, parent group representatives David Rodenbaugh and Gina Casias, and Thornton High School sophomore Jevon Sutton spoke to the board during public comment urging the board to endorse Great Education’s 2013: Year of the Student project. According to the project website, 2013: Year of the Student is a public awareness project focused

on bringing attention to the financial impact of state education cuts and how it is effecting Colorado students by creating a sense of urgency around the need to match Colorado’s education reforms, policies and pilot programs with the resources necessary to ensure that all students succeed. The website goes on to say that the project does this by galvanizing thousands of public education supporters and hundreds of organizations to demand meaningful legislative action toward adequate funding of schools, colleges and universities in 2013. Rodenbaugh told the board he felt that IB students at Thornton High School were not receiving the resources and personal attention they need to meet the IB standards due to budget cuts.

“The global IB program strongly recommends a total of 25 students in a classroom, and now the IB classrooms are up to 42 students, so last fall the parent group decided to take action, and we joined over 100 organizations across the state to endorse the Year of the Student project,” Rodenbaugh said. Sutton also described how the number of students in some of his IB classes has increased and said his chemistry class in now up to 39 students. “With so many students and only one teacher, the teacher is forced to go through the material quickly which doesn’t leave enough time for questions,” he said. “And unfortunately a lot of my fellow students get left behind. Therefore we ask that you endorse this project.”

Vice president Norman Jennings said he opposed the project. He said he doesn’t see the project providing anything tangible for the students and putting a blank check in a school’s general fund will not accomplish academic achievement. He said before anyone should be asked to spend more money on something it should be provable that the money will actually yield a higher academic performance. “There is a problem in the system that money will not fix,” Jennings said. “We have to be careful when we ask for more funding. I don’t see any reason to ask our state legislatures for money if we can’t tie that to something that is going to be tangible.” On the other hand, board director Fred Schaefer said he would wholeheartedly endorse

the project and stand behind the parent group in support. “When we have 39 kids in a chemistry class, now you have my attention,” he said. “Let me know where to sign up and I will push this along for you.” Board president Mark Clark and board director Enrico Figueroa both said they would look into the project and discuss if further. Board secretary Robert Willsey had no comments on the project. “The commitment I can make to you is that I will look into it,” Figueroa said. “I don’t know the details of it, but because you have brought it to my attention, we will look into it.” For more information on the 2013: Year of the Student project, visit http://2013forstudents.org.

City officials mixed on FasTracks funding plan Bellco to open first New method to generate $277 million for unfinished projects by 2017 By Darin Moriki

dmoriki@ourcoloradonews.com City officials have a mixed reaction to RTD General Manager Phil Washington’s plans to fund the unfinished portions of FasTracks. Washington’s plan, which was approved by the 15-member Regional Transportation District board during its Dec. 19 meeting, calls for the allocation of about $277 million to fund unfinished short-term FasTracks projects. This plan, which has been called the risk allocation matrix, identifies eight medium- to low-risk areas within the transportation district targeted to generate cost savings or additional revenue over the next several years, including the creation of an independent RTD state sales and use tax

reconciliation process and increasing the collection of sales taxes on items like candy and soda. Washington said the cost savings and revenue would then be collected in an internal RTD savings account that would be used to provide additional funding the U.S. 36 Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project and the North Metro line up to 72nd Avenue by 2017. Washington also said updates on this savings account will be provided on a monthly basis to both the RTD board and regional leaders. “We are truly transparent in this, but we want the region to know what we’re trying to do and how we’re going to spend that money,” Washington said. However, not everyone is completely on board. Westminster assistant city manager Aric Otzelberger, who also serves as a 36 Commuting Solutions board member, said he supports the effort being put forth by RTD but added that there must be a stronger resolve in place.

“I think, as we’re all aware, the North and the Northwest are the two major corridors that have unfortunately received the short end of the stick with the FasTracks program to date,” Otzelberger said. “While we’re appreciative and supportive of RTD’s efforts to come up with some of the funds in the near term, we still would like to see a stronger commitment that those funds and strategies are used not just to come up with the $300 million by 2017 but that the North Metro and Northwest corridors continue to receive priority for additional and unanticipated funding.” Thornton Ward 3 City Councilmember Lynne Fox agreed. “They have to make choices for their whole system, but that doesn’t help our taxpayers when they divert funds into other projects,” Fox said. “We want to see that line built, and we want them to think creatively about how to fund it and how to get it as far north as possible with the funding they have available.”

Legislative platform approved by Adams 12 By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com While the Colorado legislative session commenced, the Adams 12 Five Star Schools district board also focused on its legislative standpoint. The board approved the district’s legislative platform during its Jan. 9 meeting. “We have been working on this since early spring,” said board member Enrico Figueroa. “We focused on the key elements and key bills we know are coming through.” The platform includes the district’s legislative principles and positions. Figueroa said at one point he had to start over thanks to some guidance from superintendent Christopher Gdowski, who suggested Figueroa focus on

things the board wanted to change. But overall, the board supported the platform, with minimal changes. It was unanimously approved. “I really like what you have done here, and I’m ready to adopt it now,” board member Fred Schaefer said to Figueroa. Figueroa said the legislative platform will be help legislatures who represent the district understand where the district stands in certain issues.

Below are the approved Adams 12 legislative principles:

Local control — Preserve the responsibility, fiduciary role and authority of locally elected school boards for the processes and decisions of their local schools and districts. The state’s role should

be to encourage and recommend but not mandate changes within local schools. Decisions are best made by locally-elected school board members whose sole responsibility is the education of the community’s children Fewer regulations — Due to the cuts in funding for education and to allow maximum effectiveness with the funds available, the removal and/or flexibility of regulations on funding and program mandates would allow local school boards to better act in the best interest of its students, parents and community. Increase funding — As local school boards work to improve and transform the educational systems in schools, it is vital to increase funding so students can benefit from quality tools and personnel need-

ed to facilitate learning. Accountability for student success — Adams 12 Five Star Schools affirms the need for every district and school to demonstrate continuous improvement and be accountable in meaningful and useful ways to its owners. Parental responsibility and involvement — Parents are vital to the successful education of children. Their responsibility and involvement for their child’s education must be encouraged and supported at all levels of the educational system. Among these decisions are decisions regarding: curriculum, sexual health, character development, budget priorities, sports, extracurricular activities, and school safety and security. Adams 12 continues on Page 20

Thornton branch By Darin Moriki

dmoriki@ourcoloradonews.com Thornton residents will now have more banking options following the approval of a Bellco Credit Union plan to build its first branch in the city. The credit union’s plan, which was approved unanimously by the Thornton City Council during its Jan. 8 regular meeting, calls for the development of a 3,540 square-foot structure with drive-thru teller service on 1.08 acres of undeveloped land next to the intersection of East 128th Avenue and Holly Street. City Planning Manager Mike Mallon said the planned development aligns with the goals, major strategies and key policies outlined in the city’s 2012 Comprehensive Plan for the area. Mallon said these benefits include the addition of small-scale neighborhood services for nearby residents and an aesthetically pleasing structure that would complement existing developments in the area. Ward 3 City Councilwoman Lynne Fox, who represents the area encompassing the new credit union location, agreed and said the addition of the credit union will increasingly benefit residents as the city experiences a rapid population boom over the next decade.

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She noted that the city’s most recent comprehensive plan identifies areas surrounding the new credit union in the city’s northern quadrant as significant areas of population growth. Fox said the new location would also attract residents from other parts of Thornton and nearby towns to the branch, since it would be the one of only a few credit union institutions located within the city. “I think it’s a great development for Ward 3, especially the northern part of Ward 3, because it’s going to offer some services that aren’t there yet,” Fox said. “I personally am a credit union customer … and I find that to be a really good customer service-oriented financial institution, so I think our community is going to really benefit from having that kind of financial institution in our area.” According to the Bellco Credit Union website, The Denver-based bank has two existing locations in Westminster at 12101 North Huron St. and 8851 Harlan St., and one in Northglenn at 550 W. 104th Ave. NORTHGLENN-THORNTON SENTINEL (ISSN 1044-4254)

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Turn traction to more action in state’s economy Gov. John Hickenlooper praised Colorado for its economic rebound in his State of the State address last week. We, too, like many of the signs we see, and like to think we are coming out of the woods. The early weeks of a new year make for a good time to share some good numbers, stand up and put ourselves in the optimistic category. The Colorado Municipal League, a nonprofit agency that represents interests of 267 cities and towns in the state, reported last week that our state’s cities and towns fare better than most others across the nation. The organization’s State of our Cities and Towns report noted 47 percent of Colorado municipalities closed out the year with increased revenues and further noted an inverse relationship to three years ago when 46 percent reported lower rev-

OUR VIEW enue. To our readers, take heart that Front Range cities fared particularly well with 83 percent reporting increased revenue. Going onto the new year, we’ll be looking for the results of increased revenues in our cities — cities that have made staff cuts and implemented furlough days in recent years. This month in Northglenn, the council found it could muster a 2 percent increase for most employees after three years of frozen salaries. These are the types of impacts we hope to see, as well as careful consideration of how to put increased revenues to work for residents in services,

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What is your take on the legislative session? Gov. John Hickenlooper delivered his State of the State address last week at the state Capitol. Addressing recreational marijuana, civil unions, funding for education and gun control are among top of mind is-

sues for many people and legislators. We spoke to people enjoying hot beverages Sunday afternoon at Starbucks near 104th Avenue and Federal Boulevard in Westminster.

I believe there is way too much symbolism over substance. Our Legislature needs to encourage service in the community rather than be quick to legislate government solutions. What we really need are people to help people on their blocks. – Al Apuzzo, Westminster

I want to see Colorado set up laws for progressive gun control legislation as an example for the rest of the county. – Missy McMurray, Westminster

Two things. Make sure there’s sufficient funding for higher education, including graduate programs. And we need sensible gun control — not stuff than doesn’t do anything. We need to focus on solving violence in our communities. – Hans Anderson, Westminster

I would really like to see our government work to get to real solutions instead of stalling, and see some real progress. I’d like gun control to limit magazines, guns not to be sold at Walmart … and job creation needs to be at the forefront. – Emily Milton, Westminster

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fees, backlogged street projects and other numerous other impacts to pocketbooks and quality of life. Further the report states local economies investing in economic development activities is paying off as well — noting 88 percent of municipalities participate in one or more economic development activities. The list includes classic car shows, art festivals, beer festivals and bike races. The USA Pro Cycling Challenge that wizzed through various parts of the state in August, including Golden and Denver, quickly comes to mind. The partnerships to work quickly and effectively were pronounced as strong community spirit bubbled up in day-today business, volunteer efforts, in-kind contributions and the like. We witnessed these partnerships working effectively and ethically. The report added that the state

added 40,000 jobs in 2012, and the work of municipalities is part of that effort as the state continues to wrestle out of a recession period. Big picture, last year it was big news when Colorado was ranked third best state in the Beacon Hill Institute competitiveness survey — an index that compiles economic indicators in an expansive 44 categories compiled at the institute at Boston’s Suffolk University. We noticed how the report prompted local comments that the state will never again return to the boom and bust cycles it was known for, especially in the 1980s. We, too, are optimistic. So we’ll be watching and hoping to see even more traction moving forward. Colorado has a lot of good stats which should encourage cities, communities and businesses to dig in with their best efforts this year.

A prudent financial policy decision Life is full of trade-offs especially in changing times. Issues that come before elected officials, such as city council members, are no different. You have to weigh the pros and cons before making a wise decision. One of those situations was scheduled to be discussed and decided at the Jan. 14th Westminster council meeting. Based on an earlier discussion at a December study session (where no formal votes can be taken), the council was divided on whether to change an existing law which requires a minimum of 40 percent of the vote for any mayoral candidate to be the winner. Given the distinct possibility of at least three candidates running for mayor in the November 2013 municipal election, there is the possibility that no candidate would achieve the 40 percent minimum vote. If so, what would happen?

An extra $100,000 cost

If none of the candidates received this arbitrary minimum voter support, the existing ordinance mandates a run-off city election between the two top vote getters. According to City Clerk Linda Yeager, the cost to Westminster taxpayers would be an extra $100,000. And it should be noted that the adopted 2013 budget does not include this extra expense. The budget contemplates the single regular municipal election cost to conduct an election to elect three city councillors and the mayor. If council decides to stay with the existing 40 percent minimum mandate, the election cost would have to either come from the general fund contingency account or other approved budget expenses would have to be cut to fund the second election. Plus, the two top candidates would have to fund a second campaign.

It’s not magical or sacred

Is a run-off election really necessary? Just because the ordinance has been on

the city’s books for the past 18 years since the voters approved a charter change whereby the people elect the mayor instead of the seven-member council, it does not mean you have to maintain the status quo. It needs to be noted that Westminster had three mayoral candidates running in 2003 with one candidate receiving 56 percent of the vote. In 2013, I will bet you at least three candidates will run. So, what is magic or sacred about a minimum of 40 percent? It is not magical or sacred. If applied, it could produce a winner without a clear majority of the vote while a run-off election would produce a majoritywinner among the two candidates. But I say, so what?

Changing times warrant change

Given the continuing soft economy and tight budgets which have left a lot of city employees unemployed with layoffs and city service cut-backs including popular programs, adding an extra $100,000 in cost at this time is not a prudent way of doing the city’s business. Eliminating the 40 percent minimum mandate expense in Westminster mayoral races is good business for the taxpayers. Council needs to deal with current times and situations and not rely on an arbitrary policy that was made 18 years ago when finances were a whole lot different situation. Bill Christopher is former city manager of Westminster and used to represent District J on the RTD board of directors.

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‘Tis the silly season Yup, there’s an old saying, “No man is safe when the Legislature is in session,” and since the session has begun, several stupid, silly bills have been or will soon be introduced.

For openers Once again Sen. Greg Brophy is in the news. You’ll remember he’s the one who wants to make daylight savings time a year around happening, thus keeping our kids walking to school in the dark on winter mornings. Now Brophy has come up with another silly idea. After he and his wife couldn’t legally buy his 20-year old daughter an alcoholic drink for her birthday at a local restaurant, he’s decided to change our 21-year age law so kids could get drinks from parents ordering them for the underage kids. This takes the cake.

Another silly idea And another silly notion is being talked about in an effort to bring more water to the arid West. Yup, our Bureau of Reclamation wants to study bringing 600,000 acre feet of the Missouri River from eastern Kansas to Denver. Well, I can imagine all the Midwest states wrath and won’t care very much for that silly idea.

Up Boulder way

You can trust our esteemed Kingdom of Boulder to treat our wildlife with great respect. When a large bull elk was shot and killed recently by a Boulder police officer (no less) it sparked an outrage and some good Boulder folks held a candlelight vigil. Better they should have spent a few dollars to blanket the homeless who sleep under their bridges.

Not to be outdone

Some folks just come up with the craziest ideas. In an effort to solve the federal debt crisis, some government officials want to mint a $1 trillion dollar coin. Mint 16 of them, and we’ll be out of debt. The idea is to avoid another big hassle over government borrowing. And to think it’s some of President Barack Obama’s liberal allies actually giving this same nutcake thought.

Again not to be outdone

Just to show you that I’ve been

thinking about how to keep the flu at bay, I have a helpful hint. The other day at my cardiologist semi-annual checkup (I was A-OK), I watched as patients were hacking and sneezing all over the coffee table magazines. I informed Bob that we shouldn’t touch those germ laden publications. And then I further stated I would try and get some gullible legislator to sponsor a bill outlawing magazines in doctor and dentist offices. If folks don’t care about their own health, I’m going to help do it for them. All kidding aside, those magazines are full of flu germs so don’t touch them.

It’s just a game

for other people to drive your own sense of accomplishment is a tricky task. And to build expectations out of wholecloth, based on vague notions of what somebody else says they can do, is a fool’s errand. And speaking of fools, that brings me around to Washington, D.C. (You knew I had to be going somewhere with this, didn’t you?) I hope the president is right, that taxing “the rich” is going to solve all our problems; and I hope the Senate knows what it is doing with money, considering that it hasn’t passed a budget in four years; and I hope the House is on the right track, once again playing “chicken” with a debt limit increase. But I’m keeping my expectations in check. The total revenue of the president’s tax hike represents a little less than this year’s deficit ... through July; the Democrat-led Senate, while not

Thornton resident Eric Montoya has been appointed as the City Council’s new Ward 2 representative following Eva Henry’s resignation last month to become the Adams County District 1 commissioner. Henry, a Democrat, officially replaced longtime county commissioner W.R. “Skip” Fischer in a swearing-in ceremony last week after upending Republican candidate Gary Mikes in the general election. Montoya, a funeral director at Rundus Funeral Home and Crematory in Broomfield, beat out six other Thornton residents who applied for the Ward 2 city councilmember vacancy, including Deno Kalomas; Jeane Thompson; Nicole Hanlen; Daniel Wright; Jaime Winslow; Jack Knight; and Tommy Chambers. City Attorney Margaret Emerich said Montoya will serve out the remainder of

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Humenik appointed as National League of Cities’ committee vice chair Ward 3 city councilmember Beth Humenik has been appointed as the vice chair of the National League of Cities’ (NLC) Information Technology and Communications Steering Committee. This committee, which will help to guide the organization’s federal advocacy efforts, is responsible for developing policy positions on issues involving telecommunications and information systems, privacy concerns, cable TV, phone services, spectrum issues, communications tower siting, universal service, broadcasting and defense of city rights-of-way from degradation caused by installation of communications facilities.

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And we bid a sad farewell to this session of Broncomania and await the coming of the baseball season.

Banged up by expectations “Fear leads to anger; anger leads to hate; hate … leads to suffering.” — Yoda My Buddhist friends would have a variant on that statement that goes like this: “Expectation leads to disappointment; disappointment leads to anger; anger leads to suffering.” Or something to that effect. So how many of you were suffering Saturday night after the Broncos lost to the Ravens? I know I was, just a little. And it’s all because we actually had expectations of this team; at the very least, we figured they would beat the Ravens and get to the AFC Championship game. Contrast that with last year’s playoff experience: Nobody had any expectation that the Broncos would beat the Steelers, but they did. Which, of course, brought the city a sense of elation. Much better than suffering, dontcha think? Of course, football is trivial — for most of us, a mindless diversion from the realities of our daily lives. But I use it to illustrate a point. Expectations are a wonderful and useful thing, especially as they communicate to people, particularly students, the degree of accomplishment that they should be able to achieve. But, whereas communicating expectations to a group is necessary to define goals, allowing expectations

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Charles Condomine (Steven Cole Hughes) is an author who summons medium Madame Arcati (Beth Flynn), at right, for research and ends up conjuring his deceased wife, Elvira (Heather Lacy), center. Photo by P. Switzer 2013

Comedy with a bite ‘Blithe Spirit’ mixes wit with change By Clarke Reader

creader@ourcoloradonews.com Noel Coward is one of the best known playwrights of the 20th century, and stands next to Oscar Wilde as one of the best writers of wit and fast-paced dialogue. Yet Coward’s work hasn’t been produced at the Arvada Center for decades, a trend that is now over with its production of “Blithe Spirit.” The center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., will run the play at its Black Box Theater from Jan. 22 through Feb. 17. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 1 p.m. Wednesdays and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. “Coward’s work is really enjoyable and so quick, but he has a little more edge and bite to his work,” said Rod A Lansberry, the

play’s director. “The back and forth between the characters is different to direct because it’s so easy to get caught up in the rhythm.” The story of “Blithe” revolves around Charles Condomine (Steven Cole Hughes), an upper class British author in the 1930s, who invites Madame Arcati (Beth Flynn) to his home to conduct a séance as research for his latest novel. Things take a turn for the supernatural when Madame Arcati accidentally conjures up the ghost of his first wife, Elvira (Heather Lacy) — a ghost his new wife Ruth (Kate Berry) cannot see. Madness and mayhem follow as Elvira tries to disrupt Charles’ marriage to Ruth, and then decides her husband should join her in the afterlife. “Blithe” is the first time Lansberry, Hughes and Flynn have tackled Coward’s work, and have found the experience extremely challenging and fun. “There is a line the character Ruth when

Charles Condomine (Steven Cole Hughes) is haunted by his deceased wife Elvira (Heather Lacy) in the Arvada Center’s “The Blithe Spirit.” Photo by P. Switzer 2013

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she says, ‘Do you think it’s interesting how easily people let themselves be deceived?’ and I think that really sums up the play,” Hughes said. “I think the statement really applies to relationships, and that’s what the play is about.” Flynn said she really enjoys the character of Madame Arcati, and how despite her eccentricities, she has a structure and regiment that works for her. Flynn and Hughes believe that the play is much more of a social satire than a farce, and says a lot about the times Coward was writing in. “There’s another quote from the play that says, ‘It’s discouraging to think how many people are shocked by honesty and how few by deceit’ and that says a lot about what he was trying to do,” Flynn said. “The play is very cerebral in what it’s doing.” Lansberry said the play covers the changing opinion of the upper class and morals in society in its comedy, and that it really keeps the play relevant. “It’s an amazing cast, the rapport between the characters is great,” he said. “For people who have never seen Coward’s work, it’s clever, witty and fun.” For more information and tickets call 720-898-7200 or visit www.arvadacenter. org.

Joey is a featured life-sized puppet presented by the Handspring Puppet Company that brings breathing, galloping and charging horses to thrilling life on stage in this production of “War Horse,” the Broadway hit playing the Buell Theatre through 20. Here are Joey’s stats: • Joey weighs 120 pounds and is handmade by 14 people. Its frame is mostly cane, soaked, bent and stained. • An aluminum frame along the spine, lined partly with leather for comfort, allows the horse to be ridden. • Stretched, hosiery-like Georgette fabric makes up the “skin” beneath the frame. • A puppeteer at the head controls the ears and head; one in the heart controls breathing and front legs; a third in the hind controls the tail and back legs. • A harness connects the puppet’s and puppeteer’s spines so his or her movements become the breathing of the horse. Tickets are available only by calling either 303-893-4100 or at www.dcpa.org. Beware of scalpers selling tickets on the Internet because they are more often than not fraudulent.

Hyatt may transform Loews

The Loews Denver Hotel in Glendale is being sold to Hyatt, and will be transformed into a Hyatt Place as of Feb. 21, according to a super-secret source. According to my spy, she discussed the ownership change with a manager who confirmed the impending brand transition. No one from the city of Glendale nor from Hyatt could be reached as of deadline. If the flag does change, that will mean severely altering Loews, which considers itself a luxury brand, to a mid-line Hyatt product, which typically is an 11-story hotel with between 125 to 200 rooms located in an urban, suburban or airport location, according to the www.hyatt.com website description. Hyatt Place hotels are often compared to Marriott’s Courtyard brand. The sale of the Loews property was completed on Dec. 20, and the hotel is only accepting reservations through Feb. 28. Hyatt Place brands feature suite-type amenities with big-screen TVs, free wifi access and a complimentary hot breakfast daily. Hyatt Places also include meeting rooms for small corporate events. Room prices are roughly $129 a night. I will let you know more details as they become available.

La La land

Former Nuggets star Carmelo Anthony and wife, La La, have been living separately, according to an item last week in the New York Post. “It is true they haven’t seen much of each other in the past few months,” a friend of the couple told the gossip column Page Six. “She’s been away a lot filming her show, `La La’s Full Court Life,’ in London, New York and LA. They are not separated and are still together. She and Melo have a house in LA — so she’s always there when she’s doing auditions.” However, another source contradicts that point of view. “They have been living separately for several months now,” that source says. “She’s been living in LA while Carmelo has been in New York.” Parker continues on Page 15

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Specialist for Arrow Electronics, Inc. (Englewood, CO) Works with Oracle 11i Functional analysis in Supply Chain Modules: Advanced Pricing, OM, PO, Inventory. Reqs: Bachelor's in Electronic Engg, Info Systems, or rltd. 5 yrs exp which must incl execution of the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes & implmtn of Oracle ERP projects; Techno-Functional exp with PL/SQL packages, Functions, SQL Scripts & EDI XML docs; dsgn, dvlpmt & support of Oracle RICE WF components; dsgn & dvlpmt architecture of Inbound & Outbound Interfaces between external sources & Oracle Applications using PL/SQL, Oracle APIs, SOA & Web Methods; & sourcing key metrics from multiple ERP systems. Send resumes (Req.#17305) to: HR Shared Services, 24 Inverness Place East, Englewood, CO 80112 or Apply online at: http://www.arrow.com/careers/

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NORTHGLENN NEWS IN A HURRY Willett appointed as interim city manager

Public Works Director David Willett was appointed interim city manager for the city of Northglenn starting Jan. 1. He will serve in that position until a permanent candidate is hired. Willett has been with the city for four years – since May 2009. The Public Works Department is one of the largest in the city, encompassing 70 full-time employees with a budget of nearly $20 million when including the capital improvement budget. Previous city manager Bill Simmons retired on Dec. 31. He had been with Northglenn since Nov. 10, 2008. A search for a replacement for Simmons started in October. A list of finalists was published on Nov. 21 and public interviews were conducted at the Dec. 3 City Council meeting. Council decided not to hire someone from that candidate pool and has put out a call for more applications. That stage of the process will end Jan. 25. According to Colorado law and the City

Charter, a list of finalists for any executive position must be made publicly available 14 days before any candidate can be hired. After that list is published, interviews with the finalists will be held in an open meeting.

derpass. Alternate routes are advised. Construction on Grange Hall Creek started in late October 2012 and is expected to continue through September of 2013. For more information, visit www.northglenn.org/grangehall.

Work under way for Grange Hall Creek improvements

City plans street work for the year

Construction is well under way for the Grange Hall Creek drainage improvements and pedestrian underpass. Work currently includes relocation of utility lines, creek channel stability improvements and erosion control. Starting this month and running through July, construction will require lane closures on Washington Street. There will be one lane closed (and one lane kept open) in each direction at all times. Traffic will be shifted to the opposite side of the road of where work is taking place. During this time, crews will be constructing the drainage culverts and the pedestrian un-

During its Jan. 7 study session, City Council gave the go-ahead for staff to bid out four, possibly, five street projects. The total for the five projects, at an estimated cost of $403,725; however, there is only $342,000 budgeted for the 2013 Residential Program. Staff said the bids may be less than estimated because of competitive bid pricing, so the West 99the Avenue project may still be possible this year. The street projects are mill and overlay on East 112th Place from Irma Drive to Claude Court, approximately $80,400; edge plane and overlay on East 119th Place from Sylvia Drive to Irma, approximately $80,415; edge plane and

According to The Post, “Sources add that La La’s also been partying with girlfriends from Mexico to Miami, which has displeased Melo and made him angry.” Add to this latest rumor of a possible split the famous dust-up between Carmelo and the Celtics’ Kevin Garnett over a speculated infidelity. “Melo was suspended for one game for the post-game clash with Garnett over the incident,” The Post says. See the full story at www.nypost.com/p/pagesix/la_la_sticking_with_carmelo_m1tVisCdJoa0VsXTQXRI9M.

remember their loved ones. It was brought to Denver through a partnership of Arts and Venues Denver, the Community Coordinating District, Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design and Denver Design Build LLC. “Before I Die …” murals have been installed in more than 20 countries and reproduced in more than 10 languages. For photos and more information, go to http://beforeidie.cc/site/denver.

Amazing mural

Denver sports radio and TV personality Mark McIntosh has a reason to brag about his son. “My son Kyle is a comedy writer in Los Angeles. He’s working on a new show that will air its first season starting Jan. 16,” Mark announced on his Facebook page. The sketch comedy series, called “Kroll Show” on Comedy Central, satirizes “our television-obsessed culture and the rabid fan base it breeds,” according to the description on www. comedycentral.com. “More than just a collection of sketches, Kroll Show is about giving Nick (Kroll’s) fans a chance to see his of-the-moment take on pop culture, sports news (and more).” Check out some video clips at: www.comedycentral.com/shows/kroll-show.

“Before I Die …,” a worldwide interactive art installation by Candy Chang, has been installed on the grounds of the McNichols Civic Center Building at the corner of Colfax Avenue and Bannock Street. With blackboard space next to the words “Before I die I want to …” the mural invites visitors to pick up a piece of chalk, reflect on their lives, and share their personal aspirations in a public space. The mural was installed in Denver’s Sonny Lawson Park by the Community Coordinating District No. 1 last summer and moved to the McNichols Building grounds in early December. The original “Before I Die …” mural was built in New Orleans, where artist Chang transformed the side of an abandoned house in her neighborhood into a giant chalkboard and stenciled it with the sentence. By the next day, the wall was entirely filled and kept growing. The wall turned a neglected space into a constructive one where neighbors had an outlet to get to know each other and

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Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado. com. She can be reached at penny@blacktie-llc. com or at 303-619-5209.

Missoula presents ‘Blackbeard the Pirate’

The Missoula Children’s Theatre will perform “Blackbeard the Pirate” for two shows on Jan. 26 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-450-8800 to reserve tickets. Prices are $7 for students and seniors and $8 for adults.

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overlay on West 100th Place from Huron Street to Melody Drive, approximately $70,110; mill and overlay on West 99th Avenue from Huron to Melody, approximately $109,800; and mill and overlay Claire Circle from Claire Lane to Claire Lane, approximately $63,000. The streets segments identified for improvements were chosen based on the Pavement Condition Index (PCI) data collected in 2010. The PCI system was developed by the Army Corp of Engineers and is a statistical measure based on a visual survey value of the pavement with a value between 0 to 100.

THURSDAY/JAN. 17

11801 Community Center Drive. Prize categories for red and green. This event is also a potluck, so bring your chili entry or a complementary side dish. A sign-up list is available at the Northglenn Senior Center. For people ages 55 and over. Please RSVP at 303-450-8801.

CASA TRAINING Court Appointed Special Advocates of Adams and Broomfield counties invites you to learn how your voice can make a difference in the life of an abused and neglected child at the CASA 101 information session from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17 at the Adams County Economic Development Office, 12200 Pecos St., Suite 100, Westminster. CASA staff members and volunteers will speak with guests about the program. For information or to RSVP, visit www.casa17th. org or contact Amy Shamburg at 303-655-3927.

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/JAN. 18-19, JAN. 25-26

TRAVEL SERIES Load your “virtual backpack” and join Carolyn Adam, outdoor extraordinaire, for a trek to the bottom of the Grand Gulch in southeast Utah. Marvel at the red sandstone formations and discover many hidden Anasazi ruins, pictographs and petroglyphs. See a demonstration of painting with tint created from native plants, just as the ancients did. The program is from 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. It is open to ages 10 and up. Call 720-898-7405 for cost and to verify that there is space. Visit www.arvada.org/nature. THURSDAY TO SATURDAY/JAN. 17-19 COMEDY SHOW Comedy Central and festival veteran Gabriel Rutledge headlines WITS END, 6080 W. 92nd Ave., Unit 100, Westminster, from Jan. 17-19. Rutledge’s material often takes an honest and self-deprecating look at his own life, including his marriage and his finances. Visit GabrielRutledge.com. Call 303-430-4242 or visit http://witsendcomedyclub. com for show times. FRIDAY/JAN. 18 CHILI COOKOFF Think you make the best chili? As part of the Festive Friday series, enter it in the Northglenn Senior Organization’s eighth annual chili cookoff at noon Friday, Jan. 18, at the senior center,

DINNER THEATER Colorado ACTS present a community production of “Much Ado About Murder,” an interactive murder-mystery dinner theater, at 7 p.m. Jan. 18-19 and Jan. 25-26 at 9460 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Call 303-456-6772, visit www.coloradoacts. org, or email coloradoacts@yahoo.com for tickets and more information. SATURDAY/JAN. 19 MUSIC FESTIVAL The best band, orchestra and vocal music students from Adams County high schools will perform in the high school honor music festival at 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, in the theater at Westminster High School, 6933 Raleigh St., Westminster. Admission is free; donations accepted. The festival is sponsored by the North Metro Arts Alliance and the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. Visit www.NMARTS.net or call 303-429-1999 for more information. SATURDAY/JAN. 19, ONGOING PUPPY CLASSES Misha May Foundation offers free weekly drop-in puppy classes from 10-11 a.m. Saturdays, starting Jan. 19, at Playful Pooch Dog Daycare and Boarding, 4000 Holly St., Denver. Puppy socialization, playtime, relationship building, developmentally appropriate activities and training foundations will be covered. Healthy puppies between the ages of 8 weeks and 6 months, with appropriate vaccines, may attend; proof of vaccine required. RSVP preferred. Email mishamayfoundation@gmail.com to receive registration form ahead of time. Puppy handouts included. Your Week continues on Page 16

MetroNorth Worship Directory

Arvada United Methodist Church

Westminster Presbyterian Church

Lowell

Bradburn.

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9:15 am Sunday School - all ages 10:30 am Sunday Worship Youth Group - Sundays

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Our purpose is to Welcome All, Praise God, and to Care for the World.

72nd Ave. Rev. Dr. Jack Cabaness - 303-429-8508 - 3990 W. 74th Ave. - www. westypres.org

Northglenn United Methodist Church

Risen Savior Lutheran Church 3031 W. 144th Ave. - Broomfield 303-469-3521 or www.rslc.org

LCMS

Sunday Worship 8:00 am, 9:30 am & 11:00 am Sunday School & Adult Classes 9:20 am - 10:40 am

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA) 11040 Colorado Blvd.

(across from Thornton Rec. Center)

303-457-2476 www.stjohns05@gmail.com Worship 8:00 am & 10:45 am Sunday School 9:30 am

We invite you to join us in worship on Sundays. An inspirational traditional service is offered at 9 AM on Sunday. There are choirs for every age and musical ability. Small group fellowships that meet weekly and monthly, a licensed pre-school program with a record of 39 plus years of excellence. As well as a Sunday school program for children, youth and adults. We are located at 1605 W. 106th Ave., Northglenn. For more information about church and all other services offered, feel free to contact us at 303-452-5120. See You There!

Is Your Church in the Worship Directory? RATES: • 2” x 1” – $20/week • 2” x 2” – $27/week • 4” x 1” – $27/week • Ad renews every 4 weeks

Call 303.566.4093 We invite you to join us in worship on Sundays.An inspirational traditional service is offered at 9 AM on Sunday.

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SATURDAY/JAN. 19, FEB. 16, MARCH 16 NATURE ADVENTURES Celebrate the wonders of nature with your child through short hikes, hands-on activities, crafts and books from 1111:454 a.m. the third Saturday of each month at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Dress for the weather as we may spend some time outside. Different topics each month. Open to ages 4-6 years and their parents. Admission is free, but you must call in advance to sign up, 720-8987405. Visit www.arvada.org/nature. MONDAY/JAN. 21 YOUTH TRIP Youth ages 11 to 18 are invited to go to a canvas painting class, have lunch and go to a movie from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21. The cost is $55 for residents, $61 for non-residents.

This trip is part of the Recreational Alternative Programming series. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register. Meet at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive.

PIRATE AUDITIONS Auditions are being held for youth ages 6-18 for the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s swashbuckling new musical production of “Blackbeard the Pirate.” Approximately 60 roles are available. In order to audition, participants must attend all rehearsals. Check in at 3 p.m. at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive. The audition will run from 4-6 p.m., with the first rehearsal to follow at 6:30 p.m. for those who are cast. Rehearsals will be through Friday of that week from 4-8:30 p.m. Performances will be at 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26. Cost is $55, payable only if cast. Call 303-450-8800 for information. TUESDAY/JAN. 22

BOOK CLUB The Senior Book Club will read “The Time Traveler’s Wife,” a love story about a man with a genetic disorder that causes him to time travel unpredictably, and about his wife, an artist, who has to cope with his frequent absences and dangerous experiences. The club meets at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-450-8801 to reserve a copy. For people ages 55 and over. WOMEN’S WORKSHOPS Learn about two important topics at one time as the city hosts free workshops, “Women’s Guide to Money” and “Long Term Health Care” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Martha Turner, an Edward Jones financial advisor, will first talk about how women of all ages can take control of their financial life. Afterwards will be an introduction to long-term care and Medicare. Register in advance

by contacting Jeanette Sánchez at 303-450-8935 or jsanchez@northglenn.org.

COLLEGE NIGHT High school students and parents on the Front Range can learn more about getting an affordable start on college in the mountains during a free Colorado Mountain College information night from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Westin Westminster Hotel, 10600 Westminster Blvd. Staff, faculty, students and alumni will answer questions about academic programs, residential life, student services, admissions and financial aid at Colorado Mountain College’s residential and commuter campuses across the Western Slope. The free session includes refreshments and door prizes. To RSVP, visit coloradomtn.edu/infofair. For more information, contact Colorado Mountain College admissions counselor Paul Edwards at 800-621-8559, 970-947-8329 or pedwards@coloradomtn.edu.

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GUARDIAN ANGELS The existence of guardTUESD ian angels will be explored at Lifetree Café: at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 5675 Field BLITH presen St., Arvada; and at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, at Concordia Lutheran Church, 13371 W. Alameda (Privat Jan. 22 Parkway, Lakewood. Participants will view an exclusive film interview with a woman who claims Theate Tuesda her life was saved by an angel encounter, and they’ll have the opportunity to share stories of Wedne their own experiences with angels. Admission to Sunday the 7:3 the 60-minute event, “My Angel Saved Me,” is free. after th Snacks and beverages are available. For the Arvada To purc program, contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 go to w or pwegner@peacelutheran.net. For the Lakewood 898-72 program, contact Craig Cable at 970-292-4697 or Wadsw ccable@group.com.

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TUESDAY/JAN. 22 TO FEB. 17 BLITHE SPIRIT The Arvada Center presents “Blithe Spirit,” by Noël Coward (Private Lives, Design for Living), from Jan. 22 to Feb. 17 in the Black Box Theater. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; 1 p.m. Wednesdays; and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Talkbacks will be offered after the 7:30 p.m. show on Friday, Feb. 1, and after the 1 p.m. show Wednesday, Feb. 6. To purchase tickets, or for information, go to www.arvadacenter.org or call 720898-7200. The Arvada Center is at 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. WEDNESDAY/JAN. 23 DOG TRAINING Learn how to manage your dogs and change their behavior at the front door with Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Kriser’s Pet Supply, Colorado Mills, 14710 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. This class will address barking, jumping, rushing, escaping and over excitement. We will also touch on growling and fear. Registration required at mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303-239-0382. Ask about our multiple class discounts. Limited space for demo dogs. DINOSAUR PROGRAM Build your own dinosaur by using a skeleton model and clay to study and sculpt these ancient creatures that roamed the earth. Program for ages 8-12 years is from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. What will yours look like? Instructor is David Sullivan. Sign up in advance; call 720-898-7405. Visit www. arvada.org/nature. THURSDAY/JAN. 24 MOVIE NIGHT Friends of Broomfield presents “Friends Night Out,” for adults with developmental disabilities, from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, at 555 Alter St., Ste 19E, Broomfield. We will be going to the movies; the name of the movie is to be determined. Cost is $20. Please eat dinner before coming; a small snack will be offered. Register by Monday. Jan. 21, by contacting Molly Coufal, evening/ social program director, at info@friendsofbroomfield.org or 303-404-0123. ART LEAGUE The Wheat Ridge Art League will meet from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, at the Active Adult Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave., Wheat Ridge. After the business meeting, Libby Kyer will present a demonstration on using colored pencil. Anyone who paints or would like to paint is welcome to come and learn to try new mediums and techniques. Residents of any Denver suburb are welcome to attend. Call 303-2788247 or 303-421-1356 or email lartus1@ msn.com or t.f.douglass@comcast.net. THURSDAY/JAN. 24, Coming Soon/

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Rescue District will offer cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator classes from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24; from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9; and from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 23 at the North Metro Fire Station 62, 10550 Huron St., Northglenn. The cost includes a CPR student workbook and a CPR certification card, which is good for two years. For information or to sign up for a class, call 303-452-9910. The classes are open to the public.

COMING SOON COMING SOON/JAN. 25 BENEFIT BREW Join an evening of fun at Wystone’s Teas from 5-9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, at the Benefit Brew; 25 percent of sales will be donated to the Colorado Neurological Institute in honor of the organizations 25th year. Enjoy a wide spectrum of teas, as well as tea infused food and cocktails at Wystone’s Teas in Belmar, 7323 W. Alaska Drive, Lakewood. Links Jewelry will also be available for purchase. COMING SOON/JAN. 25-27 ANIMAL REIKI Misha May Foundation

Dog Training and Rescue will offer animal Reiki certification from 11:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25; from 11:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26; and from 11 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27, at Doggie Delights on Broadway, 1432 S. Broadway, Denver. This class will teach students how to experience the world from the animal’s perspective. Attendees will learn Reiki practices, as well as communication, handling strategies, physiology, psychology and more. The course demonstrates a variety of specific techniques, with hands-on application. Each day includes hands-on practice. Special attention is paid to trauma reduction and calming protocols. The result is often the alleviation of symptoms such as pain, fear and anxiety, as well as positive changes in behavior. This class will be offered only once in 2013. Registration required; email mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or 303-239-0382 to register and to find out about costs.

COMING SOON/JAN. 26 YOUTH THEATER The Missoula

Children’s Theatre presents “Blackbeard the Pirate,” where a lazy day at the beach turns into mystery and adventure when the search for Blackbeard the Pirate’s treasure begins. Showtimes are 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive, Northglenn. Cost is $7 for students and seniors, $8 for adults. Call 303-450-8800 for information.

STRANGER SAFETY Detective Mark Adams, of the Crimes Against Children Unit, Lakewood Police Department, and Ben Leichtling, Ph.D, consultant, coach, speaker and author of three books including How To Stop Bullies in Their Tracks, present a program about stranger safety from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, 920 Kipling St., Lakewood. Visit www.holyshepherd.com or call 303-233-2740. SCAVENGER HUNT Make sure your senses are in tune as you explore the grounds of Majestic View Nature Center for answers to our ecology scavenger hunt. Work in teams to find hidden treasures. Dress for the weather and bring your thinking caps. Call ahead to register at 720-898-7405. The hunt is from noon to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Admission is free. Visit www. arvada.org/nature. COMING SOON/JAN. 28 COFFEE WITH the Mayor Talk directly with the mayor about issues in the community and to learn about new developments in the city at Coffee with the Mayor, at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 28, at Atlanta Bread, in the Northglenn Marketplace. Call 303-450-8713 for information. Northglenn High School Principal Dr. Mary Lindimore will talk about the school’s STEM expansion. SCRAPBOOKING BRING pictures and stories while joining this ongoing activity in the upcoming year. Meet at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Scrapbooking supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. This activity will continue on the fourth Monday of every month. For people ages 55 and over. Call 303-450-8801 for more information. COMING SOON/JAN. 28-29 TALENT SHOW Auditions for the 7th annual Night of the Stars talent show for ages 5-18 will be from 4-8 p.m. Jan. 28-29 at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, inside the Northglenn Recreation Center. Visit www.northglenn.org/talentshow for information. Call 303-450-8800 for an audition appointment. Dress rehearsal will be Thursday, Feb. 7, and the show will be Friday, Feb. 8. COMING SOON/JAN. 29 HOA PROGRAM The Rocky Mountain

Chapter of Community Associations Institute will present a free program to the general public and professionals who work in the industry. The program is from 7:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, at the Courtyard by Marriott Denver-

Cherry Creek, 1475 S. Colorado Blvd., Denver. Two of our experts will share their wisdom and expertise on taking yourself and or your HOA to the next level by implementing positive steps to avoid emotional burnout and conflict. The last speaker will inform how to make a difference in your emotional and mental health by improving your own personal fitness and wellness plan. A light breakfast will be served; RSVP to www.hoa-colorado.org or by calling 303-951-4973.

UNEARTHING GEMS Have you ever wanted to go on a rock hunt? Learn techniques and clues to have your own successful dig around Colorado and Wyoming. Find out how to join the North Jeffco Gem & Mineral Club on one of their field trips one of their many events throughout the year. They can answer your questions about their fascinating display of rocks and minerals. Program is from 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. It is open to ages 8 and up. No fee, but must register by Jan. 25. Visit www.arvada.org/nature. COMING SOON/JAN. 30 HOME EXPO Learn about in-home services to help keep you or a loved one at home and about housing options if you are considering a new place to call home. The There’s No Place Like Home expo is from 9-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30, at the Community Recreation Center of Apex, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. The event is free to the public; register by calling 303-425-9583. Service providers, call 303-467-7197 for vendor information/fees. WINTER COURSE The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute will present “Living with Integrity: Navigating Everyday Ethical Dilemmas,” the institute’s new six-session winter course that begins Wednesday, Jan. 30. Spiritual leader of Chabad of Northwest Metro Denver Rabbi Benjy Brackman will conduct the six course sessions. Each course is 90 minutes and takes place each Wednesday at Chabad of Northwest Metro Denver, 4505 W. 112th Ave., Westminster. Interested students can call 720-984-5805 or visit www.myJLI.com for registration and other course-related information. COMING SOON/JAN. 31 LUNCHEON BE a queen for a day. Join Michelle Rahn at noon Thursday, Jan. 31, for the Walking Tiara Tall Luncheon. Rahn will show how her positive zest for life and sense of humor bring out the royalty in each of us. Register before Jan. 28 at Community Recreation Center of Apex, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Cost is $9, which includes lunch.

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Midday weekend fire guts Northglenn home home, extinguish the main body of the fire, search for anyone inside the home and then locate and extinguish a small amount of fire that spread into the home’s attic. In all, Riley said it took 18 North Metro Fire Rescue District and Thornton Fire Department firefighters about 30 minutes to bring the blaze under control. All of the home’s occupants were uninjured and able to safely escape the fire. The residents who had lived in the home were planning to stay with relatives living nearby after the fire damage was determined to be too severe. As of press time, the cause and origin of the fire was under investigation.

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dmoriki@ourcoloradonews.com A Northglenn family remains homeless this week after a midday fire over the weekend seriously damaged their home in the Fox Run subdivision. North Metro Fire Rescue District Capt. Ross Riley said the fire began shortly before 3:26 p.m. on Jan. 12, when firefighters were responding to a blaze that was engulfing the garage and spreading to the south side exterior portion of a two-story, single-family home at 10646 Madison Way. Riley said firefighters took immediate measures to protect a neighboring

THORNTON POLICE BRIEFS DUI, obstructing a police officer, failure to drive in a single lane, no proof of insurance: An officer was on patrol Jan. 9 at 11:03 p.m. in the 2800 block of East 120th Avenue when he saw a red Toyota turn a corner, striking a curb, and then make several illegal lane changes. When the officer stopped the driver and made contact, he noticed a strong odor of alcohol and marijuana coming from inside the vehicle. A half-empty bottle of vodka was recovered from the vehicle. The driver – a 22-year-old Erie man – initially refused to exit his vehicle during the contact, but was finally taken into custody. The man was processed and later transported to the Adams County jail. DUI, driving under restraint, careless driving, warrant: An officer was on traffic patrol Jan. 9 at 12:35 a.m. in the 8800 block of Washington Street when a silver vehicle passed him traveling 70 mph in a 30 mph zone. The officer stopped the vehicle and contacted the driver, a 43-year-old Thornton man. The driver showed signs of intoxication and was taken into custody for suspicion of drinking and driving. When the officer cleared the man, it was discovered he had a domestic violence warrant out of Jefferson County. The man was processed and later transported to the Adams County jail. Criminal mischief, domestic violence, reckless endangerment: A 25-year-old Westminster woman was arrested Jan. 8 at 4:20 p.m. when officers responded to the 8800 block of Grant Street in reference to an unknown medical problem and disturbance in progress. The officer contacted a 22-year-old Westminster man who said he and his

girlfriend were in a verbal argument prior to getting in separate cars to pick up their daughter. As he followed her, the woman intentionally slammed on her brakes, causing the man to rear-end her vehicle. There was $1,000 in damage to the man’s car. The woman was taken into custody, processed and later transported to the Adams County jail. Shoplifting: A 33-year-old woman and her 16-year-old daughter, both of unincorporated Adams County, were arrested Jan. 6 at 5:31 p.m. after they tried to steal merchandise from K-Mart at 1400 E. 104th Ave. A loss prevention officer saw the two women select $284 in cosmetic products and conceal them in their purses. They exited the store without paying, were contacted outside and detained for a Thornton officer. The women were issued summonses and later released from the scene. The merchandise was recovered. Shoplifting: A 56-year-old Thornton man was arrested Jan. 4 at 4:16 p.m. when he tried to steal merchandise from Home Depot at 10003 Grant St. A loss prevention officer saw the man cutting rolls of electrical solder valued at $27.54 and place them in his pocket. He then tried to leave without paying for them. The man was contacted in the parking lot and held for a Thornton officer. He was issued a summons and released on the scene. The merchandise was recovered. Items in the police reports are compiled from public information contained in police department records. Charges or citations listed don’t imply guilt or innocence, and all people are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

RECURRING/THROUGH FEB. 22 CONCERT APPLICATIONS Broomfield Symphony Orchestra is accepting applications for the youth concerto competition from middle school and high school musicians. One winner from each category will perform with the orchestra at our May concerts. Applications must be received by Feb. 22. Visit www.broomfieldsymphony. org or call 303-725-1728. RECURRING/THROUGH FEB. 28 ART EXHIBIT The North Metro Arts Alliance members’ fine arts exhibit is ongoing through Feb. 28 at the Aar River Gallery, 3707 W. 73rd Ave., Westminster. The Second Saturday Art Walk is from 1-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9.

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“My kids play hard, they do the right things. But we just aren’t shooting the ball well. Bottom line, you can play great defense but if you can’t make a basket you aren’t going to win.” Mountain Range girls basketball coach Chyrisse Domenico

Horizon’s Gabby Jimenez drives to the basket in the second half of the Hawks victory over Mountain Range on Friday. Jonathan Maness

Horizon’s Ashley Rasmussen pulls down a rebound in the first half of the Hawks’ 66-37 victory over Mountain Range. Photos by Jonathan Maness

Hawks taking care of business in league Horizon girls lockdown rival Mountain Range By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com THORNTON - The Horizon girls basketball team have started 2013 with a bang. After starting the season 3-4, the Hawks opened the Front Range League by winning three of their first four games- including a 6637 throttling of Mountain Range on Friday. “League, we just want to take care of it,” said Horizon’s point guard Gabby Jimenez. “It’s really big for us, especially since we didn’t start off too well.” The Hawks dropped back-to-back contests to ThunderRidge and Regis Jesuit earlier this season. They also lost two games at the Nike tournament of Champions in Phoenix before

Christmas. However, since starting league play they have outscored their opponents by an average of 14 points. And much of the success is due to their defense. On Friday, the Hawks went to their fullcourt press and forced Mountain Range into 17 first-half turnovers and held the Mustangs to only 11 points at the half. “If anything (our defense) gets us going,” Horizon coach Greg Hahn said. “We’re still in the beginning stages of it; it isn’t where I want it to be.” The defense allowed Horizon to jump out to an early 16-3 advantage after the first quarter, the Hawks pushed their advantage to 20 points in the second quarter after Alyssa Rader scored three points the old fashion way. Kaylie Rader took over in the second half, scoring six of Horizon’s first eight points. Mountain Range did end the third quarter on a

7-2 run after the Rader sisters got in foul trouble. However, Hahn inserted Jimenez to crush the rally. “We knew that is what we needed to do this week,” Hahn said. “This league is so evenly balanced so we have to play hard every game.” Kaylie Rader had a game-high 14 points, while Alyssa Rader added 13 and Jimenez had 11 points and seven assists. Kaleigh Paplow had seven steals. Hope Martinez had 13 points to lead the Mustangs, who have dropped their first three FRL games after starting the season 7-0. “Our league night in and night out is tough,” said Mountain Range coach Chyrisse Domenico. “My kids play hard, they do the right things. But we just aren’t shooting the ball well. Bottom line, you can play great defense but if you can’t make a basket you aren’t going to win.”

Roundup: Mustangs finish 7th at Bobcat Classic Kasa to play in East-West Shrine game By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com BASEHOR, Kan. - Jorge Rodriguez took first and Randy Boerner finished second to help Mountain Range finish seventh at the Bobcat Classic wrestling tournament on Saturday. Topeka Seaman (Kan.) took first at the tournament with 177.5 points, while Blue Springs (Mo.) was second with 172. Mountain Range finished with 127 points. Rodriguez pinned Alex Killpack of Glenwood, Iowa to win the heavyweight title. At 152 pounds, Boerner was pinned by Cain Salas (Blue Spring, Kan.) in the title match. Also placing for the Mustangs, was Joel Geers (160) was fifth, Craig Egging (138) finished seventh and Timmy Romero (113) was seventh. TIGERS FINISH THIRD IN LONGMONT: Vincent Casados (113), Julian Prieto (120) and Joseph Prieto (126) all won titles to help Holy Family finish third at the Gary Draum Classic in Longmont.

Daniel Jansen (220) and Willy Clements (285) each took third, while Ben Lavoie (182) was fourth for the Tigers. Joseph Prieto pinned Monarch’s Landon Alm in the title match, while Casados had to rally to beat Frederick’s Jesse Ortiz 6-5 to take first. Julian Prieto won via default, because Golden’s Romelo Salas was injured and couldn’t wrestle in the finals. Longmont took first, while Platte Valley was second. KASA INVITED TO EAST-WEST SHRINE GAME: Former Legacy star, and current tight end for CU, Nick Kasa will play in the 88th East-West Shrine game, which will be played Saturday in St. Petersburg, Fla. Kasa finished his senior year with 25 receptions, 391 yards and three touchdowns. MUSTANGS INVITE: Shelly Drozda continued her dominance in the 200-yard freestyle, taking first at the Mustangs Invite with a time of 1 minute, 53.88 seconds. Mountain Range finished seventh as a team, while Legacy was ninth and Horizon was 23rd.

The Mustangs also finished second in the 200-free and fourth in the 200-medley relay. Drozda was third in the 100-fly, while Mackenzie Saenz was sixth in the 50- and 100-free. Legacy’s Mary Lombardi was third in the 500-free. BOB DRYSDALE INVITE: Northglenn topped Mountain View, but lost to Lakewood, Poudre and Fort Collins at the Fort Collins wrestling meet. Michael Garcia had a pair of pins in the tourney, while Maurisio Garcia had a tech fall and pin. HORIZON COMPETES IN LEGEND DUALS: Horizon finished 10th at the Legend Duals on Saturday. The Hawks topped Rock Canyon 42-30, but lost to Mead 56-19. Anthony Cortez (113) and Ty Rife (138) each picked up wins in each dual. LEGACY TOPS LAKEWOOD: The Lightning held on to edge the Tigers 40-32 in a dual meet on Jan. 10. Ryan Deakin (106), Brian Mooney (138), Cole Randall (145) and Logan Lyons (285) all got pins in the win.

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Girls basketball: Wolverines get on a roll Belleview Christian tops Rocky Mountain Lutheran By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com THORNTON - After starting the season 1-4, the Skyview girls basketball team have won four of its past five games. The senior duo of Shelby Drnovsek and Brandie Woodson helped the Wolverines edge Westminster 52-51 on Monday. Drnovsek led all scorers with a career-high 19 points, while Woodson also had a career best 15. Skyview (6-4 overall) was down 32-19 at the half, but battled back to cut the deficit

to six after three. For Westminster it has been a tough week with two brutal losses. The Wolves lost to Adams City in overtime, 51-45. Ariel Belfiore hit the only three for the Wolves to force overtime, but Westminster couldn’t slow the Eagles in the extra period. Leading the way for Westminster (3-11) was Desiree Gomez with 14 points. BRUINS TOP EAGLES: Belleview Christian beat Rocky Mountain Lutheran 48-23 in its 5280 league-opener on Tuesday. Mackenzie Woods led the Bruins with 20 points, while Sydney Ahaneku pulled down 17 boards and blocked eight shots. Belleview Christian improved to 10-1 on the season, while the Eagles dropped to 8-2. TIGERS STAY HOT: Holy Family gave

ctory Skyview’s Jasmine Kemm looks for an open teammate during the Wolverines’ 52-51 win over Westminster on Monday. Jonathan Maness

Skyview’s Brandie Woodson goes up for a layup against Westminster on Monday. Woodson had career-best 15 points in the win. Photos by Jonathan Maness Bishop Machebeuf its first loss of the season on Friday, beating the Buffaloes 53-43. Katie Chavez led the Tigers with 12 points, while Lindsey Chavez added 11. Megan Mcgillin had 11 points and grabbed six rebounds to help Holy Family improve to 7-3 on the season and 1-0 in the Metropolitan League. BIG FOURTH: Legacy outscored Fairview 17-9 to edge its league rivals 42-33 Tuesday. Mackenzie Neely scored all 11 of her points in the second half to help the Lightning improve to 2-2 in the Front Range League and 6-5 overall. TWO STRAIGHT: Jefferson Academy (73) picked up two wins in a row this week, beating Brush (47-39) and Estes Park (5045). Alyson Thimsen had 11 points to lead the Jaguars by the Beetdiggers, while Sara Miller led Jefferson Academy with 12 in the win over the Bobcats. SPLIT DECISION: The Academy (3-6)

split its first two Frontier League games, beating Jefferson (56-30) and losing to Middle Park (43-34). Allie Falagrady led the Wolverines in both games, scoring 15 and 14 points. CRUSADERS LOSE NAILBITER: Community Christian lost to Resurrection Christian Tuesday, 32-28. Alex Quimbly had 11 to lead the Crusaders. TOUGH GOING: Thornton dropped its previous three games by an average of 48 points, including an 88-14 thrashing by Rock Canyon on Tuesday. Standley Lake also struggled against Chatfield on Friday, falling 44-28. Pomona have lost four consecutive games in the Jeffco League, the Panthers fell to Columbine on Friday 54-35. Northglenn dropped its sixth in a row on Tuesday, falling 60-18 to Littleton. Pinnacle dropped to 3-6 after falling to Denver Science & Tech Stapleton 82-20 Tuesday.

Boys basketball: Holy Family downs Lutheran Thornton stays perfect at home By Jonathan Maness

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BROOMFIELD - Three different Holy Family players were in double-figures as the Tigers topped Lutheran 59-44 on Tuesday night. Ryan Willis led Holy Family with 12 points, while Jarron Sprenger and David Sommers each added 10. The Tigers opened the second half on a six-point run and a three by Willis gave Holy Family a 39-32 advantage going into the fourth. A put-back dunk by Sprenger and four free throws by Sommers sealed the victory for the Tigers, who improved to 8-2 overall and 2-0 in Metropolitan League. HOME, SWEET HOME: The Thornton Trojans have been a far better team at home than they have been on the road. The Trojans improved to 6-0 at home on Monday by beating Ponderosa 47-44. Donovan Onofre led Thornton with 14 points. However, Thornton has struggled on the road, dropping all four of their road games. HAWKS TOP MUSTANGS: Horizon outscored Mountain Range 20-11 in the fourth quarter on Friday to top the Mustangs 48-44. n the Steven Sumey led all scorers with 15 points and had four relay. steals. Justin Badsky had 14 points to lead the Mustangs. ken- Mountain Range (4-7, 0-4 Front Range League) led 25-19 at halftime. e. n the The Mustangs also lost to Monarch, 65-56 on Monday and lost a 52-51 heartbreaker to Boulder on Tuesday. lenn Horizon (6-5, 2-2 FRL) lost to Monarch 63-56 Tuesday. wood, EAGLES BEAT BRUINS: Rocky Mountain Lutheran beat ollins Belleview Christian Tuesday, 38-33. Allen Johnson led the Bruins with 13 points, while the n the Eagles improved to 1-8 on the season. h fall BACK ON TRACK: The Academy has rebounded after a

slow start. The Wildcats have earned three wins in a row to improve to 5-4 overall and 3-0 in the Frontier League. Leading the way has been Zach Telles, who scored 26 help Academy beat Middle Park, 75-47 and then scored 12 in the win over Jefferson. Pinnacle also picked up its first three wins in league, including topping Denver Science & Tech Stapleton 46-45 Tuesday. CRUISE CONTROL: Jefferson Academy had little problems with Estes Park on Jan. 10. The Jaguars outscored the Bobcats in each quarter to roll to a 73-49 victory. Bryson Sharpley led the way with 22 points, 10 rebounds and eight blocks. While Brody Hornaday hit three treys and scored 26 points. LEAGUE STRUGGLES: Standley Lake hasn’t had much success against Jeffco League rivals.

The Gators dropped to 1-4 in the league after losing to Chatfield 76-54 on Friday. Marcus Asmus led Standley Lake with 23 points. Legacy dropped to 1-2 in the FRL after falling 70-36 to Fairview Tuesday. SLUMP CONTINUES: Northglenn dropped its fifth consecutive game on Tuesday, losing to Littleton 76-45. Westminster couldn’t end its struggles on Friday, falling 58-45 to Lincoln at home. The Wolves have now dropped 10 games in a row. Pomona lost its eighth consecutive game on Friday, falling to Columbine 64-37. Mitch Colin had 10 points to lead the Panthers, who are now 0-6 in the Jeffco League.

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gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com Write what you know. That well-worn maxim to aspiring writers is something Golden author S.E. Rothrock has taken to heart in her first book, “Wadsworth.” The novel for 7 to 12 year olds was released by Tate Publishing in August. The tale is of a brave prairie dog attempting to protect his community, and is based in part on a prairie dog colony that Rothrock watched and photographed around Standley Lake in Westminster 15 years ago. “I was really fascinated that they showed so many human characteristics. They hugged and kissed to acknowledge each other,” Rothrock said. She added that the antics of her own family helped provide the inspiration for the really wild behavior of her wildlife book. “The belly slide (that character Jonathan does during a thunderstorm) really happened. It’s on videotape,” Rothrock said. The real-life Jonathan is Rothrock’s brother, while another character is both named and based on her other brother, Tim. Rothrock said there is even a character based on her 9-year-old daughter, Jaeden, “but she would only let me use her middle

name, Cecil.” Denver itself is well represented: There are characters named Simms and Aurora. Rothrock said anyone familiar with the terrain and history of Standley Lake will find a lot of reality blended in with her fictional tale. She said she hoped the strong sense of place in the book will help area children feel like they own part of the story. Rothrock said she also tried to infuse the book with lessons she has learned over the years, such as finding empathy for the wildlife that people share space with, and to pursue dreams even in the face of rejection. Now that Rothrock is living her dream of being a full-time author, she says she has a lot of work to do. “Wadsworth” is intended as the first book in a four-part series, with the sequels focusing on the antics of the characters that Rothrock’s own family inspired. “Actually, right now I have about 22 books in my head,” Rothrock said, adding that some are children’s books, but others are planned as full novels. But for now, Rothrock said she was thrilled to be living in the area that first inspired her first story, where she is happy to report the Standley Lake prairie dog colonies seem to be thriving. Barnes and Noble, 14347 W. Colfax Ave., will host Rothrock for a book signing and reading from 5-6:30 p.m. on Feb. 7. Paper and e-book copies are also available through most online book retailers.

Golden author S.E. Rothrock recently released a children’s book titled “Wadsworth,” very much based on the real prairie dogs of Standley Lake. Photo by Glenn Wallace

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Below are the approved Adams 12 legislative positions: Opposes the federal mandates of the Healthy and Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. Instead, allow each local district to determine price increases or decreases as they

deem necessary and appropriate. Opposes any state or federal mandate for preschool and full-day kindergarten education due to costs associated with such programs which include capital construction, transportation and others. However, the Five Star District is very much in favor of school districts offering

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preschool and full-day kindergarten education as local communities and school boards deem necessary and financially responsible. The Five Star District also supports the state making funds available for voluntary participation. Supports legislation that improves the relationship, in academic accountability and fiscal responsibility, between charter schools and their authorizing public school districts. Supports a student-based allocation of funds where the money follows the student. Supports legislation that would reform teacher licensure so professionals with workforce experience are encouraged and

enabled to pursue teaching credentials. The Five Star District believes this will positively impact the workforce readiness of our students. Supports changing the current system for counting students from one day to other systems that may be more accurate but would not add overbearing costs for districts to implement. Opposes legislation that would place additional requirements on school districts for tracking student truancy. The district supports allowing each district to decide what is best to track and reduce truancy for its students.

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