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Sequestration socks Jeffco State and county cuts affect vulnerable By Glenn Wallace
gwallace@ourcoloradonews. com The most vulnerable in Jefferson County, including the homeless and the developmentally disabled, will be among those most affected by automatic spending cuts, known as sequestration. Jefferson County Community Development Director Kat Douglas said programs offering rental assistance and homeless shelters face immediate cuts. She said the county would be cut between $100,000
to $150,000 for 2013. “The people who are hurting the most are those who need those services,” Douglas said. Douglas said once the Department of Housing and Urban Development decide on how to apply the budget cuts, they will hand off the reduced funding to states, who then in turn will have to decide how to divvy up the reduced funding to counties and cities. “And so far, nobody has any answers for us,” said Douglas. The only news so far is not encouraging. The state will fund Jeffco at 50 percent of its usual allocation, and hopefully increase that amount once HUD has decided what it is doing. Douglas said the coun-
ty usually signs grant contracts with area nonprofits at the start of March, but have had to reduce those contracts in half, or not offer them at all this year. A similar air of uncertainty surrounds education funding. According to the White House, sequestration will result in $16.5 million less money for Colorado students this year. Roughly half of that money would have gone to Title One programs — targeted at lower income students who qualify for free or reduced lunches. The other half would be for children with disabilities. “These are populations we care deeply about and we want to do everything we can to give them a bright future. They’re hard cuts to
make,” said Heather Beck, chief academic officer with Jeffco Public Schools. The Jeffco school district enrolls about 10 percent of the state’s children. “But I don’t know if the state is just going to hand down a straight percentage of cuts to us or not,” Beck said. The new academic fiscal cycle begins July 1, which should be when the cuts go into effect, though Beck said she had not received confirmation of that. She says even if the cuts do come down, the district has enough reserve funding budgeted to forestall any reduction to teaching staff or services for one year. Beck said that if sequestration
is not reversed, the district would be looking at $9 million in less revenue over the next five years. “That will mean teacher loss, program loss,” Beck said. Across the state, sequestration cuts will hit many sectors. An estimated 12,000 Department of Defense employees will face furloughs. Army and Air Force spending will be reduced by $65,000. Program funding for children, seniors, veterans and law enforcement will also be effected. Beck says for now at least, all that can be done is to wait and see, and keep fingers crossed. “We’re sticking on the optimistic side of things and hope Washington can figure these things out.”
Arraignment continued in Sigg case By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Austin Sigg, the teen accused of killing Jessica Ridgeway of Westminster, did not enter a plea during his arraignment hearing on Tuesday, March 12. Instead, Judge Stephen Munsinger continued the hearing for 30 days, allowing Sigg’s defense team Austin Sigg more time to investigate possible defenses. Originally, the defense team asked for an additional two months due to the massive amount of information in discovery. One defense attorney told the judge more time was needed because the team hasn’t thoroughly gone through every piece of discovery, which includes 50,000 pages of information, 2,500 photos and 1,800 pieces of physical evidence. Sigg is now expected to enter a plea April 12. “You have three choices, guilty, not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity,” Munsinger told the defense team. “I will allow you to amend the plea down the road if needed.” Sigg is facing 18 charges, including firstdegree murder, kidnapping, sexual assault and sexual exploitation of a child. During the preliminary hearing on Feb. 22, Westminster investigator Louis Lopez testified that Sigg confessed to the murder of Ridgeway during a 911 call. Sigg told the dispatcher “I murdered Jessica Ridgeway, I have proof.” He said the remains were in the crawl space at his home, and he was giving himself up completely. Police investigated Sigg’s home in Westminster and found the remains. Lopez testified that Ridgeway’s death was asphyxiation, according to the coroner. Sigg is accused of kidnapping and killing Ridgeway in early October 2012. He is also accused of attempting to abduct a woman jogging around Ketner Lake in May 2012.
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North Metro Community Services client Wayne, works on taking apart a computer. He is an employee at DataSafe Colorado, which provides employment opportunities for developmentally disabled adults through North Metro Community Services. Photos by Ashley Reimers
Helping those with developmental disabilities By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com The goal of North Metro Community Services is simple: Provide strong advocacy for people with developmental disabilities. This is done through a variety of programs and services for adults and children with disabilities. North Metro Community Services, 1001 W. 124th Ave. in Westminster, is a community center board location designated to Adams County serving people with developmental disabilities. North Metro provides client intake, case management, day program services, residential services, support services, employment opportunities and a variety of support services for children. North Metro resource
coordination staff members help clients determine the best services needed. For adults in the day program, the client has the opportunity to choose his or her yearly program. Executive Director Randy Brodersen said some clients might choose to head out into the community by participating in volunteer opportunities at nonprofit organizations or go the local recreation center for swimming. “Our clients get to do some great stuff. We have one group that formed a band and even headed to Red Rocks on afternoon for their own concert,” he said. “They set up speakers, electric guitars and drums and got to be rock stars for the afternoon.” Randy said another big part of the day programs is community
integration. He said it’s important to get people exposed to the clients and help the community feel more comfortable with people with developmental disabilities. “There is a lot of prejudice for people who are different and what’s really interesting is that people who come the facility end up feeling like rock stars because all of the clients want to shake their hand and be their friend,” he said. “There is a whole world of disabled people who are the nicest, friendliest folks you’re going to meet.” For clients seeking employment, North Metro also offers jobs opportunities at DataSafe of Colorado, a division of North Metro. DataSafe of Colorado provides secure document destruction Community continues on Page 21
North Metro Community Services client Melody works on taking apart a computer. She is an employee at DataSafe Colorado, which provides employment opportunities for developmentally disabled adults through North Metro Community Services.
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Real ‘R-word’ should be ‘respect’ Brenden VanBruwaene, 16, looks intently, seriously, at the camera as he starts the public service announcement. His words are simple and direct: “When I hear people saying retarded, it makes me feel upset and … sad a lot. That’s what I feel.” Brenden would know. He is a sophomore, a friend to all, who walks through school halls listening to music with his headphones and iPod and flashing happy smiles. He has big dreams — to be a famous actor or singer someday. He also has Down syndrome, a fact of life Brenden will passionately tell you has shown him how important it is to be kind and respectful to everyone. He doesn’t hear the word “retard” much, but he was called it once last year. A friend stood up for him. Still, he hurt. “This is,” he says, “not right.” Brenden knows — which is why he and his school have joined a nationwide campaign to eradicate what they call the R-word as it is used today. Words are powerful. When strung together in careful and thoughtful precision, like a meticulously embroidered tapestry, they are beautiful, magical. They touch, inspire, break down barriers and connect us. But tossed about ignorantly, without attention or respect for meaning, and words wound. They tear us down and apart. “With any word, it’s not what you say,” Karen Riley says, “it’s what you mean when you say it.” Riley is an associate professor and chair of the educational research and policy department at the University of Denver’s Morgridge College of Education. She also has spent many years working with children who have neurodevelopmental
disorders, such as Down syndrome. In its clinical form, she notes, the word retardation is benign. It connotes anything that doesn’t move at the rate it should be moving — it’s slower or retarded. But that’s not how the word, in any of its derivative forms, is generally used today. “We know what it means,” one high school sophomore said, “but we just have a different definition for it.” The definition: An expression of exasperation. Stupid. Riley tells her students this true story: A mother pulling into a school accidentally bumped into the car parked in front. The driver of the parked car said to the mother, “What are you, a retard?” The mother then proceeded to help her child, with Down syndrome, from her car. The man apologized profusely. “Would it have been OK if she didn’t have a child with Down syndrome?” Riley asks. “As long as nobody is there to hear it, is it OK to use that word? If you know it’s hurtful, then why do we say it at all?” Retard, of course, isn’t the only word in this category. There’s the N-word, the derogatory term for African-Americans, and gay, which when used to mean dumb or ridiculous also implies homosexuals are lesser than others. Kim Gorgens, an
assistant professor of psychology at DU and past chair of the American Psychological Association’s Committee on Disability Issues, would argue that even words like crazy and cripple fall into this classification. “These words become episodes that are so denigrating and so harmful to groups of people,” she says. “Recognizing how you play a part in that problem is really powerful.” But the R-word — with its connection to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities — faces a unique battle. “These are our most vulnerable members of society,” Riley says. “It’s difficult for them to advocate for themselves. … As a society, isn’t it our responsibility to make sure you’re not disrespected? If you can’t defend yourself, isn’t it our responsibility to do so?” Soeren Palumbo, whose sister has an intellectual disability, thought so. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, he and Tim Shriver, a Yale University graduate, started the Spread the Word to End the Word campaign in 2009. Advocacy also has come from the federal government with Rosa’s Law, passed in 2010, which replaces “mental retardation” with “intellectual disability” in all federal legislation. Today, the Spread the Word campaign is a youth-driven effort by Special Olympics and Best Buddies, organizations that work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provide resources to schools to promote the campaign. The official annual day of awareness is the first Wednesday in March. “It’s been a huge platform for a lot of
jeffco NeWS IN A HURRY Chickens and bees for backyards
Jefferson County Commissioners will talk about the birds and the bees at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 26. The commissioners will consider a proposed change to county ordinances that would allow for expanded chicken and bee backyard cultivation for Jeffco residents. A draft of the changes can be found on the county’s Planning And Zoning page, www.jeffco.us/ planning. For more information, or to comment on the proposed changes, contact Heather Gutherless at 303-271-8716, hgutherl@jeffco. us or Nina Ruiz at 303-271-8732, nruiz@jeffco.us.
District attorneys academy
The Citizens Academy is open to residents of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties. The academy will be from 7-9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, April 23 to June 25. According to the DA’s press release, the 10-week course will attempt to “demystify the criminal justice system and provides an
inside look at prosecution and law enforcement in the First Judicial District.” The academy will be at the District Attorney’s Office, 500 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden. Call 303-271-6800 or go to 222. districtattorney1.com for more information or to register. Space is limited and an application is required. Applications are due by April 5.
Apex Park open house
An open house to provide information, and gather input from the community, neighbors and visitors who use Apex Park is planned from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21, and Tuesday, April 2, at the Jefferson County Open Space (JCOS) office, 700 Jefferson County Parkway, Suite 100, Golden, CO 80401. The Apex Park Trailhead is at the junction of County Highway 93 and Highway 40 near Heritage Square in Golden. Anyone interested in the park is encouraged to send an email toapexpark@jeffco.us to be included in an email contact list to receive
young people in the schools,” says Mandi DeWitt of Special Olympics Colorado. Colorado, she adds, is one of eight states with the highest youth participation in such activities. At Castle View High School in Castle Rock, where Brenden attends school and where he was elected this year as Homecoming Royalty for his class, hundreds of students signed a pledge to stop using the R-word. As part of the campaign, they stopped at tables at the cafeteria’s entrance to scrawl their names on banners. “I’ve been saying that word for a while now,” one young man said. “I’ve not been the kindest. This is sort of a way to make me stop saying that.” “My friend said it the day before,” another student said. “I told her to not say that — `It insulted me.’ That’s not the way I am.” Pam Baker, Brenden’s special education teacher, fought back tears as she watched student after student sign the pledge. “They were part of history,” she said, “paving the way for others not to hear the word retarded and make it extinct.” In the cafeteria, the public service announcement plays. Students sitting at the tables look up at the screen. There’s Brenden. “I say `retarded’ is the wrong word to say,” he says to his audience. “And that’s what I know.” That’s what we should all know. Ann Macari Healey’s column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@ourcoloradonews.com or 303566-4110.
inside the westsideR this week updates and notices regarding the park. The county is especially seeking public input on issues of shelter, grading and drainage, permanent restroom, water fountain, handicap parking, and other typical park entry elements.
Sports: Holy Family girls excel at state. Page 25
Odom demonstration planned
Community activists are planning a protest rally against former County Commissioner John Odom at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 26, in front of the County Courthouse and Administrative Building, 100 Jefferson County Parkway. Odom walked off the job seven weeks early without explanation, but still received a commissioner’s salary and benefits, at an estimated cost of $15,583 to tax payers. “He owes the taxpayers this money!” protest organizer Judy Denison said. Denison has called on Odom to donate the money to Jefferson Center for Mental Health, an organization that Odom voted to cut by $140,000 during last year’s budget process.
Special Report: A statistical look at deaths caused by guns across state. Page 23
Opinion: Columnist Michael Alcorn notes it is so important to plan for family time. Page 9
Life: Man of La Mancha production appearing at Arvada Center. Page 20
History: The last in a five-part history looking at the recent 50 years in Jefferson County. Page 19
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NEWS IN A HURRY Build a better city As part of its strategic planning process, Westminster City Council is inviting community members to visit www.westyconnect.us, the city’s social website, to share thoughts on what the city does well and how it can build on that to make things better for everyone. Comments will be taken from March 20 to April 3. Westy celebrates Earth Hour The city of Westminster joins more than 240 cities around the world that will “go dark” for one hour at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 23. City Hall bell tower lights will be turned off for this hour in observance of Earth Hour 2013, sponsored by the World Wildlife Fund and designed to call attention to global climate change. Residents and businesses are encouraged to support this effort by turning off the lights during this hour. For more information, contact Rachel Harlow-Schalk at 303-658-2189 or rharlow@ cityofwestminster.us. Volunteers needed to help maintain city open spaces Westminster has almost 3,000 acres of open space. These natural areas provide wildlife habitat, beautiful views, miles of trails and recreational opportunities. If you enjoy the outdoors and would like a flexible volunteer opportunity, join the open space and forestry volunteers. Projects vary and are held on selected Saturday mornings. No experience is necessary — just an appreciation of nature. Contact Patti Wright at 303-658-2201 or pwright@cityofwestminster. us to find out how you can make a difference preserving our natural resources for today and the future. Community coffee with local representative Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp is hosting community coffee sessions from 6:30-7:30 p.m. every fourth Thursday of the month at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive in Westminster.
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Libraries teach students to be tech-smart Twelve topics in 12 weeks: School libraries in transition By Vic Vela vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Ryan Livingston didn’t need to pull a rabbit out a hat, or locate a quarter from behind a child’s ear to amaze a group of befuddled second-graders from Lakewood’s Patterson Elementary School. “These are called encyclopedias,” he said with books tucked under his arms, right after blowing the dust off the covers during a recent instructional period. “Look at the date on here,” Livingston said, pointing to the large “2002” one of the books. The students responded with a drawn out, “Whoooa.” Livingston wasn’t trying to get the children to thumb through massive – and, their case, archaic – texts to get information for their biography assignments. Rather, he was demonstrating how much easier it is to use technology to access the things they’re looking for – without having to lug around books that weigh more than they do. But, wait a second. Livingston is a ... librarian, isn’t he? Shouldn’t he be all into books? “We’re not librarians anymore, we’re teacher-librarians,” Livingston said. “Honestly, I never take a book out and sit and read to the kids. That’s not my role any more. My role is about teaching and technological literacy.” Patterson’s library looks like ... well, a library. The walls are plastered with water color-painted masterpieces that pay homage to “The Fat Cat Sat on the Mat” stories. Below them, tempting book titles like “An Adventure with Polly Polar Bear” and “Tracking and Taming Dragons” sit inside easyto-reach bins. But away from the books is Livingston’s world: The computer lab, where he’s not reading Dr. Seuss to a bunch of sleepy children. He’s overseeing interactive lessons, where students sit in front
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Patterson Elementary School teacher-librarian Ryan Livingston helps third-graders Thien Thien Nguyen, left, and Mira Mizda with an online assignment on March 13. Photo by Vic Vela of computer monitors and watch cool videos that teach them how we use tools to change phases of matter. “It’s fun to watch,” said 9-yearold Mira Mizda, who took a break from bobbing her head up-anddown while watching an on-line video of dancers singing songs about matter. “I learn better by watching the videos.” Gone are the days of the cardcatalog shuffling librarian with the pencil protruding out of her blue hair. Many of today’s school librarians are much more. They are teachers of technology, and they are invaluable parts of modern day schools. “A teacher of students and a teacher of adults,” said Patterson Principal Beth Larson. “If Ryan is gone for a day, you just cross your fingers and hope for the best.”
Facing challenges But it was as recent as last fall when principals like Larson
around Jefferson County came close to having to deal with budgets that were about to be ripped apart with chainsaws. The school district was faced with the very real prospect of having to slash more than $60 million from its 2013-14 budget, as a result of state funding losses. That would have meant layoffs, and it would have greatly affected teacherlibrarian positions at schools like Patterson. In Livingston’s case, the cuts would have required him to split his time between Patterson and another school, meaning he would serve as a part-time teacher-librarian to 900 students. If that would have happened, Livingston – who is also the school’s International Baccalaureate coordinator – said he would have gone back to teaching in classrooms, leaving big shoes for Patterson to fill on the technological front. “It was scary,” Larson said. “If he
was here half time, teachers would have been fending for themselves. We’d need a lot more district support. And they don’t have the manpower to do that.” Then, taxpayers came to the rescue. In November, voters approved two mill levy increases, including ballot issue 3A, which pumped $39 million into the district’s budget. The money allowed schools like Patterson to hold on to full-time teacher-librarian positions. And that’s a very good thing, seeing as how children these days were born into a digital world that requires technological guidance from people like Livingston. “It is a virtual world,” Larson said. “And students are using computers a lot more. And not even PowerPoint; they’re beyond that. They’re so far beyond that I can’t tell you 100 percent where they are because they are so much farther than I probably ever will be.”
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City, county, federal and private officials involved with the recent land swap deal between the Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge and the Jefferson Parkway Public Highway Authority (JPPHA) gathered at Boettcher Mansion on March 13 to celebrate the closure of a major land swap deal that was more than four years in the making. The land swap granted a swath of land for the future Jefferson Parkway tollway, while adding 1,200 acres of land to the wildlife refuge, named Section 16. “It means a lot for us here, but think about the long term effects going forward … for future generations,” District 3 Jefferson County Commissioner Donald Rosier said. From left: Commissioner Rosier, Jefferson County District 2 Commissioner Casey Tighe, Arvada City Administrator/JPPHA Interim Executive Director Bill Ray, Arvada Mayor Marc Williams, and Jefferson County District 1 Commissioner Faye Griffin pose during the celebration. Photo by Glenn Wallace
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VFW ‘casino’ event to raise money for military veterans American Military Family hosting annual fundraiser with ‘funny money’ gambling, music and more By Sara Van Cleve
svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com Residents can have a night at a “casino” and support a good cause for just $20 Saturday, March 20. American Military Families is hosting its fourth annual Casino Night from 6-1 p.m. March 30, at the Veterans of Foreign War Post 4171, 15625 W. 10th Ave., in Golden. Casino Night is a fundraiser for American Military Family’s combat veterans emergency assistance program, which provides funds to military members and veterans’ families when an emergency comes up and
they can’t afford to address it, such as a car breaking down or rent being due. “It’s for when there is more month than money,” said event organizer and AMF Gold Star Mom Michelle Benavidez of Arvada. Tickets to the event are $20, which provides attendees with $200 of “funny money” to participate in gambling. Attendees don’t use actual money to gamble, but instead fake money to play poker, craps, roulette, blackjack and more. “You can learn something you don’t usually try,” Benavidez said. “Since it’s not real gambling, the dealers will take the time to teach you how to shoot craps or whatever game you’d like to learn.” Attendees can also buy more fake money to gamble with — $5 for $50 in fake money, $10 for $100 and $20 for $250. Because the event consists of gambling not using real money, the
event is open to people 16 and older. The night will also feature light hors d’oeuvres, auctions, karaoke, music, dancing and cocktails for sale from the VFW. Raffles and door prizes, such as gift cards and gift baskets, will also be given out. Raffle tickets are $1 for one or $5 for six. “It really is a fun event,” Benavidez said. “Everybody has a blast.” The money raised is donated to AMF and used to help military members, veterans and their families. The event has raised between $4,000 to $5,000 over the past three years. Tickets can be bought online at www.AMF100.org or can be purchased at the door. Attendees who buy tickets online will receive three door prize tickets; tickets bought at the door come with one. For more information, visit www. AMF100.org.
SCHOOL NOTES Doreen Chwala, of Westminster, was named to the fall 2012 dean’s list at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Chwala is studying information studies. Emma Aschenbrenner, of Westminster, was named to the dean’s list at
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Jefferson County staff garners budget award Award called highest in the field By Glenn Wallace
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Members of the city of Westminster Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department competitive dance team work on one of their competitive routines during class on March 14. The girls recently took home many awards from the Star Quest Dance Competition on March 3 Hinckley High School in Aurora. Photo by Ashley Reimers
Dancers come home with high marks at competition By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Twice a year the students in the Westminster Dance Company, a group in the city of Westminster recreation dance program, compete against other recreational programs for top awards. This year the dancers came home with high marks after competing in the StarQuest Dance Competition on March 3 at Hinckley High School in Aurora. Their awards include six high gold awards, three gold awards, two platinum awards and judges’ choice awards in dramatic performance, creative movement, costume and continuity. The dancers ranged in ages from 5-16, performing in a variety of dance styles. “These students are very dedicated and work very hard,” said recreation specialist Cindy McDonald. “They are just a really great bunch of kids.” Carissa Smutz is the creative mind behind the routines. She’s been dancing for 20 years and has taught dance for six years in the Westminster recreation dance program. This year is her first year running the Westminster Dance Company. She grew up in the dance studio, leaving her little time for other activities as a child. She said what’s great about recreation dance programs is the fact that chil-
dren can take dance class a couple hours a week, but still have a life outside of dance. “I love dance, it’s my passion,” she said. “But it’s also great for kids to experience other things like soccer or theater. That’s what I love about the recreation program, kids come in and have fun in dance, but their life isn’t revolved around dance.” Smutz said because her competitive dancers only spend about two hours a week in class, the students compete in a different level at competitions. She said this allows a fair playing field for her students. “We usually compete against other recreation programs, which makes it a lot fairer,” she said. “There are some kids at the competitions that dance 20 hours week, so those kids are in at a different level.” Smutz teaches 20 classes week, some for the company and the rest for the standard recreation program. She said she enjoys seeing new faces after each eight-week session with her non-competitive dancers, but also enjoys the ongoing work she does with her company students. “The company dancers start in the fall and are in the company until May, so I get to see them on a regular basis,” she said. “I love watching them progress and get better throughout the year. I have a great job being able to live my passion of dance.”
Jefferson County’s budget department has been recognized with the “highest award in governmental budgeting,” for its 2012 report. The Board of County Commissioners officially recognized the accomplishment and presented the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to Budget Department Director Christina Caputo and five of her budget and management analysis team at the March 12 board meeting. “Its attainment represents a significant achievement by our budget and analyst team,” District 2 Commissioner Casey Tighe said, calling it an example to other municipalities. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada judges submitted budget reports based on 27 “best practice” criteria, according to District 1 Commissioner Faye Griffin. The award is given to budget departments who rank proficient or outstanding across all 27 criteria. The county’s 2012
budget, which detailed $476.2 million in expenditures, achieved that goal. “Thank you commissioners for acknowledging this award,” Caputo said, on behalf of her staff: Tim Nejedlo, Carl Tippin, Pat Heckmann, Chris Lindsey, Louise Milburn and Nancy Duncan. Also during the March 12 meeting, the commissioners reported on how their previous week’s trip to Washington, D.C., for the National Association of Counties (NACo) legislative conference went. “It’s amazing how, in Jefferson County we have our issues, we have our struggles, but we have it better than a lot of other counties,” Chair Donald Rosier, District 3, said. Griffin noted that NACo had produced a video that made what she said was an important point. “Really, all of the services that people use come from the county,” Griffin said. Tighe said the Colorado delegation specifically asked federal officials to make some determinations regarding how the federal government will handle the state’s decriminalization of recreational marijuana, following the passage of Amendment 64. “I just hope someone will help resolve some of this confusion in a prompt manner,” Tighe said.
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More gun bills reach governor Background checks, magazine limits await signature By Vic Vela vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Two more gun bills await Gov. John Hickenlooper’s signature, following another week of polarized debate on firearm-related legislation in the General Assembly. A bill that would put in place universal background checks on gun sales and transfers has now cleared the General Assembly, after getting one last round of debate in both the House and Senate on March 15. House Bill 1229 had previously passed both chambers, but lawmakers had to take up the bill again to deal with some minor amendments. Earlier in the week, on March 13, the House also passed House Bill
1224, which limits high-capacity ammunition magazines to 15 rounds. That bill had already passed the House last month, but lawmakers in the lower chamber had to vote on the legislation again in order to deal with amendments from the Senate. As was the case with earlier votes on these bills, debate was lengthy and at times emotional. Democrats continued to make the argument that background checks and magazine limits must be put in place to prevent more criminals from terrorizing a state that is no stranger to mass shootings. And Republicans argued at length that the bills would do nothing to further community safety and would only make it more difficult for lawabiding citizens to exercise their Second Amendment rights. The same Democratic lawmakers who voted against the bills did so again last week. Reps. Ed Vigil of Fort Garland, Steve Lebsock of Thornton
and Leroy Garcia of Pueblo all voted against putting in place magazine limits. Vigil also voted against the background checks bill, along with Sen. Lois Tochtrop of Thornton. All Republicans voted against both measures. House Bills 1224 and 1229 join the previously passed House Bill 1228 — which requires that gun buyers pay for their own background checks — as three major pieces of Democraticsponsored gun-control legislation that have now reached Hickenlooper’s desk. The governor is expected to sign all three bills into law. Two other gun-control bills continue to work their way through the legislature: Senate Bill 195, which bans exclusive online training for those seeking concealed handgun permits; and Senate Bill 197, which would prohibit domestic-violence offenders from having access to guns.
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Edwin Ernesto Rivera Gracias wanted for murder Staff Report Last week the FBI announced that a man wanted for the brutal beating and stabbing of a Colorado man would be placed on the agency’s Top 10 Most Wanted list. Edwin Ernesto Rivera Gracias is charged with the murder of Richard Limon. The body of 69-yearold Limon was dumped on the side of Lookout Mountain Road above Golden in 2011.
A reward of up to $100,000 is being offered for information leading Edwin Ernesto directly to the arrest Rivera Gracias of Rivera Gracias, who is a member of the violent Mara Salvatrucha gang — MS-13 — and is believed to be in El Salvador. Today we are asking for media and public assistance in bringing this dangerous fugitive to justice,” James Yacone, spe-
cial agent in charge for the Denver regional office said in a statement. Gracias is described as 5 feet, 10 inches tall, weighing about 170 pounds, with short brown hair and no facial hair. He has several tattoos, including the inscription “Maria” on his left chest, “MS 13” on his back, “El Salvador” on the back of his right arm, “503” on the back of his left arm, “LA” on his right forearm and “Nena” on his left hand. “Elevating Rivera Gracias to the Top 10 list sends a message,” said Special Agent Phil Niedringhaus. “No matter where you are
as a fugitive — in the U.S. or anywhere in the world — we are coming after you.” The public is asked to pass along any information concerning the whereabouts of Rivera Gracias, by contacting the FBI’s Denver Field Office at 303629-7171 or your nearest law enforcement agency or U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Tips can also be submitted online. Gracias’ girlfriend, her mother and her mother’s boyfriend were also implicated in the crime. The mother, Tina Moya was convicted of first-degree murder, and was sentenced on March 20.
Pot recommendations a handful Task force creates much work for lawmakers By Vic Vela
vvela@ourcoloradonews.com It’s 166 pages long and it contains 58 regulation recommendations — some will be more complex and controversial to deal with than others. So it’s no wonder that state lawmakers are going to have to work overtime to get through a report from the Amendment 64 Task Force in time to meet a deadline for putting in place rules dealing with November’s voter-approved marijuana legalization in Colorado. A newly created legislative committee began its work on implementing the task force regulations on
March 15. The Joint Select Committee, which is made up of Democrats and Republicans from both houses of the General Assembly, heard testimony on how best to go about crafting pot rules that must be ready for enforcement on July 1. If lawmakers can’t create legislation this session that deals with a myriad of issues — such as putting in place protections for children, figuring out how to deal with tourists, and how the new marijuana industry is taxed — then the state’s Department of Revenue will put rules in place without input from lawmakers. “We’d prefer not to implement rules without the guidance of the General Assembly,” said Department of Revenue head Barbara Brohl, who also is the co-chair of the task force that was put in place by Gov. John
Hickenlooper. Because of that, the committee’s House chairman, Rep. Dan Pabon, DDenver, said members should expect to meet several times through the remainder of the session in order to complete their work. “We are going to have, I’m sure, a lot of discussion and debate about what should and shouldn’t be included in this legislation ....” Pabon said. As if their job isn’t difficult enough, committee members also must take into consideration the federal government’s role in all of this. The state still doesn’t know whether the U.S. Department of Justice will intervene in Colorado’s new marijuana industry, by way of federal drug enforcement or even a lawsuit. “This is a concern for everyone in government and everyone in the state,” Brohl said.
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Legislature OKs civil unions Hickenlooper expected to sign landmark bill
Roberts of Durango as the only Republican lawmakers to vote for civil unions this legislative session. But the majority of Republicans had concerns with the bill. Chief among them was their belief that the legislation does not go far enough in allowing exemptions for entities that have religious objections to civil unions. “I think it’s unfortunate that we didn’t provide that clarity in that law,” said Rep. Chris Holbert, R-Parker. Several Republicans, including Rep. Lori Saine of Dacono, argued that civil unions are akin to gay marriage — something that Coloradans voted to ban in 2006. That same year, voters rejected a bill that would have put in place something similar to civil unions. “We won’t get to debate this again here, we will debate this in a court of law,” Saine cautioned. But Democrats believe that times have changed and that the public — and history — is firmly on their side on this issue. But they also said that more work needs to be done to achieve equality. “Changing the conversation in politics isn’t just about taking a vote,” said Sen. Jessie Ulibarri, D-Commerce City. “It’s about talking with your neighbors and sitting down one-on-one and having people see your family and recognize that you deserve protection under the law.” With civil unions soon to be a reality, Democrats are hopeful that a forthcoming
By Vic Vela
vvela@ourcoloradonews.com For gay couples in Colorado, the third time turned out to be the charm. Legislation that legalizes civil unions has now cleared the state General Assembly, following passage through the House of Representatives on March 12. The passage follows two unsuccessful attempts at getting the bill through prior legislative sessions. The measure now goes to Gov. John Hickenlooper, who is expected to sign it. “We are fulfilling a promise we made at the end of the last session, and we made to the people of Colorado, that we would get this done,” said House Speaker Mark Ferrandino, D-Denver. “And now, it’s headed to the governor’s desk.” Senate Bill 11, which would allow gay couples to enter into commitments that are similar to marriage, passed the House on a 39-26 vote. Two Republicans voted for the bill: Reps. Carole Murray of Castle Rock and Cheri Gerou of Evergreen. “I’m a Republican and a conservative, and I like this bill,” Gerou said from the House floor. “I know this is the right thing to do.” Murray and Gerou joined Sen. Ellen
A press conference that featured the eight gay lawmakers of the Colorado General Assembly was held following the March 12 civil unions vote. Shown here are, from left to right, Rep. Joann Ginal, Fort Collins; Rep. Sue Schafer, Wheat Ridge; House Speaker Mark Ferrandino, Denver; and Sen. Angela Giron, Pueblo. Photo by Vic Vela U.S. Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage bans will pave the way for the Colorado to join other states that recognize same-sex marriages. Sen. Pat Steadman — who lost his longtime partner to cancer last year — said that getting civil unions through the Legislature marks a “joyous occasion,” but that “we’re
not there yet.” “I don’t want anyone to think that we’ve reached the peak and climbed the summit of that mountain that challenges us in terms of full inclusion of equal participation in today’s society,” he said. “Civil unions are lesser and not equal and that really is not good enough.”
Feel-good state animal bill hits a snag Pet legislation stirs division
rescue groups and our shelter groups do in finding homes for dogs and cats that truly need them.” Jennifer Strickland, director of community relations and development at Golden’s Foothills Animal Shelter, said the bill “makes a lot of sense.” “I think any opportunity to be able to bring awareness to how wonderful shelter pets can be is a great thing,” she said. The bill will cost taxpayers just $650, in order to update state artwork and brochures, according to the Colorado Legislative Council. Kerr said he did not want to single out specific breeds in his bill, knowing how much controversy that could have led to. “This is a bill to bring all the factions to-
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vvela@ourcoloradonews.com It’s hard enough getting Democrats and Republicans to come together on much of anything without throwing cats and dogs into the mix. Our four-legged friends are getting caught in the crossfire over a bill that seeks to designate cats and dogs that have been adopted from Colorado animal shelters and rescues as the state pets. Sen. Andy Kerr, D-Lakewood, who is the sponsor of Senate Bill 201, said he wanted to recognize “the excellent work that our
gether,” Kerr said. “Cat people and dog people can come together and support the bill. But don’t expect certain animal groups to roll over and play dead as the bill makes its way through the Legislature. “We don’t understand why it’s a bill,” said Dan Anglin of Anglin Public Affairs. “It doesn’t make any sense.” Anglin represents the Colorado Federation of Dog Clubs, which puts on dog shows in the state, as well as the Colorado Pet Association, which represents animal breeders, retailers and groomers. He claims the bill would “create a perception” that it’s better to adopt animals from shelters, as opposed to seeking other avenues. “This bill puts into state statute that the state pet is how you acquire it,” Anglin said.
Rep. Kathleen Conti, R-Littleton, originally was a House co-sponsor of the bill, but she said she plans on removing her name from the legislation, having looked it over more closely. Conti, a former pet groomer, said she “is very supportive of our local shelters,” but she, like Anglin, is uncomfortable in recognizing certain dog adoption groups over others. “How about we recognize what the dog ends up doing to help society and helps people, like service dogs?” Conti said. “I’d far rather see something like that than simply focusing on where you get the pet from.” Conti said she probably will vote no on the bill, but that she’s “not going to actively fight against it.”
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A land with problems, a nation with laws The comments of Weld County Sheriff John Cooke, reported in the Greeley Tribune, are making waves and being picked up in national news. His words put him squarely in an informal group of so-called rogue sheriffs. According to news reports, Cooke said he is not interested in enforcing two particular bills – one expands background checks on firearms purchases and the other limits ammunition magazines to 15 rounds. In other reports, El Paso Sheriff Terry Maketa, who takes umbrage with the legislative process and bills being developed for gun control, seems to be part of the club. Yeehaw. Many of us like to think there is a little bit of frontier left in the culture of Colorado life. Some like to think being on the frontier means having the right to
OUR VIEW be left the heck alone and not bother with too many laws. But even out West — now and in decades gone by — we expect the guy behind the star to stand with the law, whether right, wrong or otherwise — it’s the law. That’s why we appreciated the comments of Arapahoe County Sheriff Grayson Robinson, who broke his silence on the thorny gun debate and voiced some choice words worth repeating in full. “For a public safety professional to suggest they can determine the constitutional-
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Why is it important to have art opportunities outside of downtown Denver? We asked people attending the opening of The Edge Theatre at 1560 Teller St. in Lakewood, why is it important to have art opportunities outside of downtown Denver?
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“Art has no limits, and is as far reaching as possible. The suburbs crave entertainment and art.” - Ryan Gould, Wheat Ridge
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“People are more willing to come to a place in their own neighborhood – they have a kind of buy in. Local businesses are also more likely to support a local art location.” - Tisha Doppler, Lakewood.
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ity of an issue and establish public policy based on that ill-conceived notion, would be tantamount to a police officer arresting an individual, determining guilt and sentencing the individual to incarceration in the county jail,” Robinson said. “This is not how our principle-based, constitutional system, functions. We are a nation of laws.” Robinson has it right, but in trying to understand the others, we don’t have to look far. The more than 1,700-word position paper by the County Sheriffs of Colorado opposes limiting magazines — calling for the need to have enough rounds to end a threat — and opposes extending background checks and registration, stating the government “does not have the right to know who owns a firearm or for what reason when used for lawful and
peaceful purposes.” Further the paper strongly states it is not the appropriate time to introduce gun control legislation because decisions likely will be made on “emotion rather than reason” following the recent shootings in Aurora and Sandy Hook. It suggests that gun control bills be tabled for “at least a year to encourage rational deliberations before any decisions are made.” Given these perspectives, it is easy to see why some sheriffs are riled with the actions at the Statehouse. So we commend all cool-headed sheriffs who know their roles through thick and thin, and perhaps understand that the debate involves tough questions the citizenry and its lawmakers must face involving the constitutional right to bear arms and pressing concerns about gun violence.
Cities are under attack For those of us who reside in Colorado municipalities, we should be alarmed. As I have mentioned before, home rule cities are being sued by the state of Colorado. The issue is the continuation of who has ultimate authority on setting rules, standards and regulations involving oil and gas exploration known as fracking. This is a relative new issue for Colorado compared to other states, but nonetheless, local government officials are beginning to take a hard line. Residents want protection from the potential environmental impacts caused by fracking along with quality of life factors.
Legal challenges to cities
Governor Hickenlooper has boldly stated that the state will sue the latest city to adopt more stringent rules pertaining to fracking. The city in question is Fort Collins and it is following Longmont, which has already been sued by the state. Both cities are home rule, which means their citizens adopted a self-governing home rule charter and established their own set of policies pertaining to governance. The Colorado Constitution grants the power of home rule to municipalities which follow the procedures to gain home rule status. Westminster, Thornton, Northglenn, Federal Heights, Broomfield and Arvada are all home rule cities. In fact, in the Denver metro area, few suburban cities are not home rule.
More stringent requirements expected
The issue is quite simple. It’s all about local control. Does the state, under the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission, have the legal authority to dictate to home rule cities on the various rules, regulations and standards pertaining to fracking operations? The commission had recently moved toward a little more conciliatory position in meeting cities part way in such regulations as the distance required from
existing residential subdivisions. But the modifications adopted by the commission have fallen short of what municipal residents want and are demanding. Thus, City Councils are being pressured to step up and adopt more stringent policies than the state to control oil and gas exploration companies.
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There is plenty of pressure being applied by oil and gas exploration companies to maintain the status quo. And they are not alone. Many farmers and ranchers are siding with the oil and gas interests as they see potential revenue being threatened with more stringent regulations. Someone needs to provide some leadership on this issue. With the vast majority of Colorado citizens residing in incorporated municipalities, it is clear that their voices should be heard. At the same time, the oil and gas interests have mineral rights that must be honored. So, Hickenlooper and the leadership of the state Legislature — it is past time to work this out. How many home rule cities are you going to sue before this issue is laid to rest? And even if the state wins in court, there is nothing to prevent the citizenry to force a statewide referendum on the powers and authority of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. Can we avoid such a costly approach? Bill Christopher is former city manager of Westminster and used to represent District J on the RTD board of directors.
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Every month is Women’s History Month Suffrage alone deserves its tribute, yet an examination of the reasons why women even needed this century-long campaign shouldn’t be confined to Women’s History Month. Justifiably then, the actions of our nation’s heroic women such as Dolley Madison, Harriett Tubman, Sojourner Truth, Clara Barton, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Abigail Adams — who in 1776 asked her husband, John, at work on the Declaration of Independence, to “remember the ladies” — should also all be credited. (The Declaration’s wording to this day still specifies that all men are created equal.) Where would America be without Rosa Parks, without Gloria Steinem, without Sandra Day O’Connor, without women like my mother who served in World War II or those who left the “Cult of Domesticity” to keep the nation functioning at home during that time? If you are saying here that I’ve left out thousands, tens of thousands, hundreds of thousands of important and even infamous women from my list, you are
extraordinary as any person’s deeds are in the chronicles of the United States. It’s easy to point to momentous activities by American women because there seem to be few of them. The women’s voting rights movement is one just one example, and commemorations of the March 3 suffragists’ march on Washington 100 years ago abound during this year’s Women’s History Month. As they should. To most of us today, the concept of barring about one half of the country’s population from voting for the direction of its future (and arresting those who try) is perplexing, if not downright bizarre.
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involved in my kids’ lives. And, yes, it would be easier if the older one would drive, but certain events which shall not be mentioned have made that untenable, even if we had another car for her. The reality is that my level of activity is not that unusual. In fact, I probably have it easy — just ask the soccer mom who has two kids in competitive soccer who practice four days a week and have games all day Saturday, with out-oftown tournaments one weekend a month. My sister had a daughter doing that with softball — all year long! For goodness’ sake, my nephew just went to Albuquerque to compete in an archery competition (he took second) and he’s only 8! And I know there’s another scenario, a harder one — the one in which a single parent is trying to do it all. But for now, I ’ m
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“Do you believe in bartering?” That was the question I received recently from a loyal reader in the community. First she asked me if I believed in the barter system, and if my answer was yes, the second question she asked was around my willingness to barter with her for our respective services. I found the offer intriguing, as the services she offered could really help me professionally. And based on the status of her personal and professional life, she could probably benefit from some business and life coaching. Other than helping some friends and associates out from time to time, I never really considered the concept of bartering. Before going down the rationalization exercise, I made sure it was in alignment with my belief system. It was. So I decided to analyze the opportunity and I started with my own question, “Is there truly mutual value and benefit in trading the services we both offer?” After consideration, my answer was yes. Next question, “Would I have the time to apply to make sure I could live up to my end of the bargain?” Again the answer was yes. The last question was more about doing my due diligence to make certain that the person I was going to swap services with was legitimate and would also complete the deal. The answer was also yes. The more I thought about it and socialized the idea with some friends and business mentors, the more I became comfortable with the idea. I also found out that the barter system is alive and well, and quite possibly thriving in the
current economic climate. Again, I have had inquiries and requests to donate my time and services, and if at all possible I will absolutely do that every time that I can. But the barter concept is something I am going to test a little further. There are certain products and services that I can use or benefit from right now, and I know the companies or people who can offer them to me could probably benefit from or enjoy some business or strategic planning or coaching. I know, I know, cash is king and we live in a society where paying for products and services is the norm. I am not saying that we should move to a complete barter system, not even close. I am just going to explore this a little more. I would love to hear your thoughts on the barter system. You can email me at gotonorton@gmail.com and together we can make this a better than good week. Michael Norton, a resident of Highlands Ranch, is the former president of the Zig Ziglar organization and CEO and founder of www.candogo.com.
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only addressing the self-inflicted complications. Keeping kids engaged and busy is a good thing; keeping families running around like chickens with their heads cut off is not. Like most aspects of American culture circa 2013, we have completely lost our sense of balance. I call it the Tyranny of Youth, but the reality is that we adults have done this to ourselves. No sport is just for fun, kids don’t play “pick-up” games anymore, and the rare parent who tells their kid “no” is constantly confronted with the myth that they’re not providing enough for their children. Y’know what? It’s OK to say “no” every once in a while, whether that’s to the kids or to a job, just because it’s nice to have the whole family together. It’s good to re-center in the home. The kids will survive missing one activity; I wonder if they’ll survive missing their family.
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Let’s see if any of this sounds familiar to anyone out there: Today I will get done with my day job, go immediately to one school to pick up my two littlest kids, then swing up to the high school to pick up the older and go home. We’ll be home for seven minutes before I have to go again to run the oldest to her job, which includes a side trip to pick up a friend who works at the same place. Forty minutes later, I will return home to pick up the other kids, who have to be run to the store to pick up supplies for a school project. Bring these guys home, try to sling together a meal, and, just about then, it’s time to go pick up the oldest one from her job. By the time I get home and settle in, it’s bedtime for the littlest one. And this is just what a day looks like that I don’t have any personal training to do, or days in which it’s not the daughter’s job but the dance studio carpool. And I know it sounds like I’m complaining — but I’m not. I love being able to be this
exactly right. That’s why women’s history is way too big to be cuddled into one month a year. Women of all ages and all ethnicities are making history now, right alongside our men, whose achievements, by the way, I respect equally with those of women. The goals of Women’s History Month are admirable: To promote awareness of women’s contributions to society. However, doesn’t such a celebration also demean the very citizens it aims to honor by emphasizing that these contributions are so unusual they need such a celebration? Please … hear me: Every month is Women’s History Month, and we shouldn’t need a calendar to remind us.
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When I was little, yet old enough to start questioning the order of things, I asked my parents why we had a Mother’s Day and a Father’s Day, but no Kid’s Day. The answer, of course, was that every day is Kid’s Day. With this same spirit of questioning, I ask why we have a Women’s History Month, and not a Men’s History Month. The answer, of course, is that every month is Men’s History Month. Please…hear me out. Women in America have been always been asking: Hear me. And, originally, that’s why March — as initiated by Congress in 1987 and by presidential proclamation since 1995 — is Women’s History Month, so designated to pay tribute to our nation’s women. Few people would argue that the history of the United States belongs to all of us … the full history, that is. The contributions of this country’s women should be seamlessly integrated into the history books and not treated as “special.” Special, no. Extraordinary, yes … as
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Northglenn United Methodist Church 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!
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State support for conservation fund Golden Gate State Park among past recipients By Glenn Wallace
gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com Over the years, the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) has provided more than $1 million in funding to help expand Golden Gate State Park to its current size and stature. Now a list of 90 elected officials and environmental advocacy groups have called on President Barack Obama to protect the conservation fund from the threat of defunding.
”It’s hard for people to prioritize our open spaces the way they should, when there’s so many other things out there calling for funding,” said Margaret McCall, field associate with Environment Colorado. The nonprofit organization began the campaign in support of the Land and Water Conservation Fund this January, gathering 90 signatures from across the state. McCall said that while the LWCF is fairly well known in environmental circles, it definitely lacked broader name recognition. ”By and large, the letter campaign was an exercise in explaining to people what it was and how important it was,” McCall said. In fact, McCall and Scott Braden, the
Colorado Mountaineering Club’s director of Conservation, call the conservation fund one of the most important tools available for expanding and protecting parkland and open spaces. “It uses oil and gas royalties to purchase land that deserves protecting, so it’s sort of a no-brainer,” Braden said. Braden, who signed the letter in support of the LWCF on behalf of the Golden-Based Colorado Mountaineering Club, said the problem comes from the federal government, where funding is often siphoned off. He said another problem is that the fund exists only by virtue of a year-by-year continuing resolution. Instead, Braden would like to see it renewed with a more perma-
nent support. “That would give municipalities the certainty, and the leverage to make real purchases,” Braden said. McCall said the most recent example of the LWCF in action would be efforts to protect the south Boulder watershed. Past examples include Golden Gate Park and the Platte River Park. She said places like Mesa Verde, with oil and gas exploration occurring on the park borders, was likely the Colorado site that could most benefit from a fully supported LWCF. More information and a complete list of the letter signees are available at www.environmentcolorado.org.
Book shows word-of-mouth as best marketing tool Your office is like a petri dish. Someone lets loose with a minor sniffle and – boom! – you’ve all got colds. A little runny nose and everybody’s fighting the latest bug, the community hand-sanitizer bottle becomes the new hang-out spot, and the workplace is a real barrel of fun. Wouldn’t it be great if your business caught on and spread as quickly as the latest ailment? It might, with the help of “Contagious: Why Things Catch On” by Jonah Berger, published by Simon & Schuster. A hot new lunch spot. A yellow rubber band worn around the wrist. That cute new car that everybody wants. Those are examples of social contagion, and while it might seem that those things enjoyed instant popularity upon release, it’s actually very hard to get products to catch on. The best (and arguably most cost-effective) way for marketing contagion to hap-
pen is by word-of-mouth. People love to share, show off and talk about the hottest product or place. The thing to remember is that you have to know how to harness buzz correctly – and the right way, says Berger, is by STEPPS. Present your product as Social Currency. People want to look cool by impressing others with that which is unique. Do something no one expects, make people feel like insiders, be remarkable, and they’ll about you because it makes them look remarkable, too.
Tie your business to a Trigger. Learn to position yourself to be top-of-mind by taking advantage of environmental cues that already surround your potential customers. Harness Emotion. There’s a reason that heart-tugging videos and tick-you-off posts go viral. Happiness is good, but anger can work, too. Monkey see, monkey do isn’t just a saying. Do what you do in Public and don’t be afraid to go big; the easier something is to see, the more people will buzz about it. Imbue your product with Practical Value. Harness the power of coupons, promotional offers and free advice, but be careful: having too many sales or giving away too many products can sharply backfire. Finally, tell Stories. Use all of the above methods and slip your story inside. Then make sure it’s so imbedded in your business that people can’t talk about you without telling your tale, too.
In every office, it seems, there’s a joke, email forward, video, or meme that’s caught the fancy of everyone. “Contagious” explains how that happened and how you can snag that power to make your business into the same kind of sensation. True to his methods, author Jonah Berger uses stories to illustrate how others have utilized word-of-mouth as a successful marketing tool, but he also shares tales of buzz gone bad. Those examples fill this book with useful ideas that are also interesting to read and to check out online, so keep your laptop or smartphone handy. Marketers will be glad to know that this books’ practicality isn’t limited by business size. Managers will love its infectious nature. So if you’re ready to see your product spread around the world, then “Contagious” is a book you should catch.
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“Jesus, Our Risen Redemption, is ALIVE!!” Saturday, March 30th . . . 7pm Easter Sunday, March 31st . . . 10am Please join us as the voices of our youth are blended in a high energy choral presentation, along with personal testimonies !! ~~~~~~~~ Our Annual “Blossoming of the Cross” Celebration will take place after the Sunday Service. Nursery available. Free admission. ~~~~~~~~
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8:00 & 10:30 AM Palm Sunday Eucharist 1:00 PM Eucaristia en Espanol Wed. Mar. 27 6:00 PM Public Service of Reconciliation Thurs., Mar. 28 7:00 PM Maundy Thursday Service Fri. Mar. 29 9:00 AM Good Friday Service (Reserved Sacrament) 7:00 PM Stations of the Cross Sat. Mar. 30 7:22 PM The Great Vigil of Easter Sun. Mar. 31 EASTER Festival Services 8:00 & 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM en Espanol 9:15 AM Potluck Brunch
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Since 2008, 3.7 million Americans have lost their homes to foreclosure according to a recent report by Corelogic. Today, there are 1.4 million homes currently in the foreclosure process. No matter the reason for falling behind, facing foreclosure is scary. Families in danger of losing their homes can be overwhelmed by stress and fear. They don’t know what their options are or where to turn for help. That is where Moe comes in.
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DUNWIDDIE CUSTOM PACKAGING, INC. Full time position (8:00-5:00 M-F), AR, AP, proficient in Microsoft Office programs , accounting experience M NationaLease necessary. Fax or e-mail resume along with salary history to: Violet Andrews, Controller Fax 3-MECH2 (303) 799-3560; e-mail: packaging@dunwiddie.com 7/2013 Web site: www.dunwiddie.com
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Indian Creek Express HIRING Local, OTR & O/O Drivers Class-A CDL - 2 yrs Exp.REQ. Pay $53-65/yr, Perdiem, Benefits, Practical Miles, No Touch, Paid/Home weekly, 877-273-3582
25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED! Learn to drive for Swift Transpor tation at US Truck. Earn $750 per week! CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks! 1-800-809-2141
LIVE-WORK-PARTY-PLAY Play in Vegas, Hang in LA, Jet to New York Hiring 18-24 girls/guys. $400 to $800 wkly. Paid expenses. Are you energetic & fun call 866-430-2103 HELP WANTED / DRIVERS Drivers O W N E R O P E R A T O R S Class A CDL & 1 yr experience. Home daily or every other day. Dedicated, recession-proof freight (grocery). Lease purchase program, 100% fuel surcharge to driver and more! Call Michael 866-478-9972. DriveForGreatwide.com
Help Wanted Ames Construction is hiring for
the US 36 Express Lanes Project. • Heavy Equipment Operators • Laborers • Form Carpenters • Dirt Foreman
COLORADO COMMUNITY BANK Teller (part-time 25hrs) Centennial Branch
E TO NEWSPAPER Apply REP: at 20991 E. Smoky Hill Rd, Apply in person at
Centennial Co Requirements: Cash handling experience, Strong customer service skills Detail oriented and well organized, Ability to multi-task, proficient use of computer. “Equal Opportunity Employer�
MANDATORY, 18450 E. 28th Ave. please note the following: Aurora, CO 80011
Attention Need Retired Couple
to manage Home and 45 Landscaped Acres near Franktown. New home and all facilities furnished. Mechanical background with landscaping interests. (303)688-5777
Building Maintenance Supervisor needed full to part time in Lakewood CO. Must have knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, general repair & maintenance. Fax resume to 866.693.0586
Caregivers to provide in-home care to senior citizens who need assistance with activities of daily living. Call Today 303-736-6688 www.visitingangels.com /employment
HELP WANTED / SALES EARN $500 A DAY: Insurance Agents Needed; Leads, No Cold Calls; Commissions Paid Daily; Lifetime Renewals; Complete Training; Health & Dental Insurance; Life License Required. Call 1-888-713-6020 MISCELLANEOUS SAWMILLS from only $3997.00 – MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill – Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info/DVD: w w w. N o r w o o d S a w m i l l s . c o m 1-800-578-1363 Ext. 300N MISC./CAREER TRAINING
Colorado Statewide Classified Advertising Network
Drivers: Home Nightly!
Great Paying Denver Flatbed Runs! CDL-A, 1yr Exp. Req. Estenson Logistics. Apply: www.goelc.com 1-866-336-9642
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE COMPANY NEEDS PART-TIME BOOKKEEPER
COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE, A/R, A/P, PAYROLL, JOB COSTING. WILL TRAIN ON OUR ACCOUNTING SYSTEM. EXPERIENCE IN PHONE ETIQUETTE, FRONT OFFICE CUSTOMER CONTACT. BUSY, HIGH-ENERGY INTERACTIVE OFFICE ENVIRONMENT. BILINGUAL IS A PLUS. SALARY NEGOTIABLE. SEND RESUME TO: KATHY@AMERICANDL.COM FAX: 303-841-9189
MISCELLANEOUS SAWMILLS from only $3997.00 – MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill – Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800-578-1363 Ext. 300N
25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED! Learn to drive for Swift Transpor tation at US Truck. Earn $750 per week! CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks! 1-800-809-2141 LIVE-WORK-PARTY-PLAY Play in Vegas, Hang in LA, Jet to New York Hiring 18-24 girls/guys. $400 to $800 wkly. Paid expenses. Are you energetic & fun call 866-430-2103
MISC./CAREER TRAINING AIRLINES ARE HIRING — Train for hands on Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified – Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 800-481-8612.
Climax Molybdenum Co. – a subsidiary of Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold, and Drivers O W N E R O P E R A T O R S - Class A the world’s largest producer of or molybdenum molybdenum-based chemicals statewide 25-word COSCAN classi- – CDL & 1 yr experience. Home daily every Buy aand hasother twoday. operating mines infied Colorado. line ad in newspapers across Colorado for Dedicated,molybdenum recession-proof freight
Buy a statewide 25-word COSCAN classified line ad in newspapers across Colorado for just $250 per week. Maximize results with our Frequency Deals! Contact this newspaper or call COSCAN Coordinator Stephen Herrera, SYNC2 Media, 303-571-5117 x20.
Help Wanted Need Pastor for Family Christian Church Lakewood area, must have experience giving Sunday Sermon. 303-638-8597
Nurse RN, LPN, or MA
from the ground up HELP WANTED / DRIVERS
SYNC2 MEDIA CLASSIFIED ADS
just $250 per week. Maximize results with our (grocery). Lease purchase program, 100% Our and are now hiring! Frequency Deals! Contact this newspaper or call fuelClimax surcharge to driverHenderson and more! Call operations
YNC2 COSCANofCoordinator Herrera, Michael 866-478-9972. Our Climax operation, located 10 miles north Leadville,Stephen consists of an Sopen-pit Media,is 303-571-5117 x20. highest-grade DriveForGreatwide.com molybdenum mine and mill. The Climax mine one of the largest, and lowest-cost molybdenum mines in the world.
Climax Mine opportunities: • Mill Diagnostic Electrician – Job #1204301 • Senior RCM Technician – Job #1203606 • Diesel Diagnostic Mechanic – Job #1205082 • HR Generalist II – Job #1300482 Our Henderson operation consists of an underground molybdenum mine, located 38 miles east of Silverthorne, and mill, located 20 miles north of Silverthorne. These two sites are connected by the longest conveyor of its kind in the world – a 15-mile elevated belt that passes underneath the Continental Divide, through an old train tunnel and above ground to the mill. Henderson opportunities: • Mill Industrial Electrician (Henderson Mill) – Job #1300296 • Senior Surveyor (Mining/Underground) (Henderson Mine) – Job #1300245 • Chief Electrical Engineer (Henderson Mine) – Job #1300591
Explore all the advantages of a future with Climax Molybdenum Co. To apply online, visit: www.moly.jobs.
4-5 days a week inlcudes some Saturdays Parker Animal Hospital 303-841-2120
moly.jobs Freeport-McMoRan is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
ServiceMaster Clean has
Both full time and part-time janitorial openings throughout Denver, Boulder, Centennial, and Highlands Ranch. Please call 303-761-0122 to schedule an interview.
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Savio House needs foster parents to provide temporary care for troubled teens ages 12-18. Training, 24 hour support and $1900/month provided. Must complete precertification training and pass a criminal and motor vehicle background check. Call Michelle 303-225-4073 or visit saviohouse.org.
EARN $500 A DAY: Insurance Agents Needed; Leads, No Cold Calls; Commissions Paid Daily; Lifetime Renewals; Complete Training; Health & Dental Insurance; Life License Required. Call 1-888-713-6020
Indian Creek Express HIRING Local, OTR & O/O Drivers Class-A CDL - 2 yrs Exp.REQ. Pay $53-65/yr, Perdiem, Benefits, Practical Miles, No Touch, Paid/Home weekly, 877-273-3582
SYNC2 MEDIA CLASSIFIED ADS
Receptionist
If you are not able to access our website, DIRECTV.com, mail your resume and salary requirements to: DIRECTV, Attn: Talent Acquisition, 161 Inverness Drive West, Englewood, CO 80112.To apply online, visit: www.directv.com/careers. EOE.
HELP WANTED / SALES
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BC Tech Operator 1, BC Ops
is currently recruiting for the following positions in Castle Rock:
To place a 25-word COSCAN network ad in 82 Colorado newspapers for only $250, contact your local newspaper or call SYNC2 Media at 303-571-5117.
AIRLINES ARE HIRING — Train for hands on Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified – Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 800-481-8612.
DIRECTV
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To place a 25-word COSCAN network ad in 82 Colorado newspapers for only $250, contact your local newspaper or call SYNC2 Media at 303-571-5117.
Part-time Thursday, Friday 830 -5:30 SOME SAT 9am-1pm 20-25 hrs /wk, Patient care, vaccine admin, vitals, and lab. HOUR FUN Pediatric Office near Park Meadows area fax 303-689-9628 email: m.ripperton@pediatrics5280.com
cation: city where you are located. collections of unpaid assessments in covenant controlled communities is seeking a part-time collector. This position will be familiar with the FDCPA and pertinent collection laws, telephonic settlement negotiations, payment arrangements, review of accounts in case management software, and excellent documentation skills. Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail required. A minimum of two years of collector experience required. Excellent hourly wage and flexible schedule options. Visit website: www.hindmansanchez.com. E-mail resumes to:
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SYNC2 Media COSCAN Ads - Week of 3/17/13 – STATEWIDE Help Wanted
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LITTLETON Open House Wed., March 27th, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Come, tour & enroll in our 8 Saturday ONLY Spring Session! 12999 W. Bowles Dr (2 blks E. of C470) 303-774-8100
Mining
Franchisee of the World’s largest sandwich franchise is seeking management positions for expansion in the Wheat Ridge area, as well as other metro locations. Management experience in food Service required. Please email your resume to jobs@ypmgmt.com or you can mail to 5115 North Federal Blvd, #2, Denver, CO 80221-1141
Temporary worker
needed from May to September 2013 for hydrant painting & assisting with valve maint operations. Requires clean MVR, ability to operate motorized equip & lift 50 pounds. www.pwsd.org for application & more info.
Help Wanted Valet Attendant openings in Black Hawk CO.
Valet Attendant openings in Black Hawk CO. Casino properties are open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, year round with positions available on ALL shifts. We are currently seeking candidates to work our Overnight positions. Weekend availability is preferred and flexible schedules are available. Candidates must be 18 years of age with a valid Driver’s License and be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen. Individuals should apply online at www.townepark.com for consideration.
Western Summit
Constructors, Inc. is seeking Formwork Carpenters & Laborers, Concrete Finishers, Pipefitters, and Millwrights (process equipment installations) for large wastewater project located in Denver area. Applications will be taken at 9780 Pyramid Ct, Suite 100, Englewood, CO 80112, from 8-5 M-F. Send resumes to Careers@westernsummit.com or call (303)325-0325. WSCI is an EEO Employer.
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SERVICES TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Accounting/ Bookkeeping
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Personal Tax Preparation 720-629-6388 Flexible hours and scheduling
Carpentry Carpenter/Handyman:
Semi retired but still ready to work for you! 34 years own business. Prefer any small jobs. Rossi's: 303-233-9581
Carpet Cleaning Professional Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning SpeCial
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$
/room*
with no minimum room requirements, and NO HIDDEN FEES! a room is any area under 200 sq. ft.
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303-505-2596 www.stain-pro.net
Cleaning
Ali’s Cleaning Services
Residential and Commercial Cleaning • 15yrsexperience •WindowCleaning • Detailed,Honest, •Insured&Bonded Dependable •GreatCustomerService
Call Ali @ 720-300-6731
Concrete/Paving
Drywall
FBM Concrete LLC.
Sanders Drywall Inc.
Free Estimates 17 Years Experience Licensed & Insured Driveways, patios, stamp & colored concrete. All kinds of flat work. Let us do good work for you! (720)217-8022
See if your Driveway or Patio qualifies for an affordable Nu-Look Resurfacing.
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A Home RepAiR & Remodeling HAndymAn •Baths •Kitchens •Tiling •Large & Small Jobs
303-425-0066 303-431-0410
303.424.3898
• Troubleshooting Experts • Licensed & Insured Since “1976” • New, Repair, Replace • Military & Senior - 10% Discount • Whole House Surge Protection
Bob’s Home Repairs All types of repairs. Reasonable rates 30yrs Exp. 303-450-1172
250 $195 INSTALLED
$
ELECTRICAL SERVICE WORK All types, licensed & insured. Honest expert service. Free estimates. 720-203-7385
Radiant Lighting Service **
AFFORDABLE
HANDYMAN
Carpentry • Painting Tile • Drywall • Roof Repairs Plumbing • Electrical Kitchen • Basements Bath Remodels Property Building Maintenance
Progressive Driveway 720-2247590
Fence Services
No Service in Parker or Castle Rock
D & D FENCING
HOME REPAIRS
Construction
12 years experience. Great References
Commercial & Residential All types of cedar, chain link, iron, and vinyl fences. Install and repair. Serving all areas. Low Prices. FREE Estimates. 720-434-7822 or 303-296-0303
DISCOUNT FENCE CO
Quality Fencing at a DiscountPrice Wood, Chain Link, Vinyl, Orna-iron, New Install and Repairs. Owner Operated since 1989 Call Now & Compare! 303-450-6604
Just Details Cleaning Service
Massa Construction 303-642-3548
Deck/Patio
Computer Services
Garage Doors
For all your garage door needs!
303.781.DECK(3325)
www.deckdoctorinc.com
• Restore • Wood • Repair • Composite • Replace • Since 1993 Pergolas
FRee eStimateS All Phases of Flat Work by
• Springs, Repairs • New Doors and Openers • Barn and Arena Doors • Locally-Owned & Operated • Tom Martino’s Referral List 10 Yrs • BBB Gold Star Member Since 2002
Drywall
T.M. CONCRETE
Driveways, Sidewalks, Patios Tear-outs, colored & stamped concrete. Quality work, Lic./Ins. Reasonable rates "Small Jobs OK!" 303-514-7364
Free estimates 7 days a Week
303 827-2400
• honesT •
Concrete/Paving
Call
Dirt, Rock, Concrete, Sod & Asphalt
Electrical Work All types. Honest and reliable, licensed & ins. Free estimates. Craig (303)429-3326
• Thorough •
Cowboy Consulting 303-526-2739
20 yrs experience Remodel expert, kitchen, basements, & service panel upgrades. No job too small. Senior disc. 720-690-7645
Commercial/Residential quality work at reasonable prices. Registered & Insured in Colorado. 303-423-8175
• DepenDable •
When “OK” Just isn’t good enough -Integrity & Quality Since 1984 For more information visit: JustDetailsCleaningService.com Call Rudy 303-549-7944 for free est.
Affordable Electrician
Navarro Concrete, Inc.
We do quality concrete work at affordable low pricing. Ready for a brand-new looking Driveway or Patio for half the cost of a total replacement?
• Home • Business • Junk & Debris • Furniture • Appliances • Tree Limbs • Moving Trash • Carpet • Garage Clean Out
30+ years experience Insured Free estimates Darrell 303-915-0739
Electricians
A PATCH TO MATCH
Dry wall repair specialist. 30yrs. Experience, Insured Satisfaction guaranteed Call Ed 720-328-5039
(303) 646-4499 www.mikesgaragedoors.com
Janitorial Services
Instant Trash Hauling
Acoustic scrape and re-texture Repairs to full basement finishes Water damage repairs Interior paint, door & trim installs
Driveways, Stamped & Color Concrete, Steps, Walkways, Basement, Garage Floors, Porches, Tareout & Repair, Patios. Free Est. 7 Days WK 720-327-8618
Hauling Service
trash hauling
All phases to include
J-Star Concrete
DRIVEWAY REPLACEMENT OR RE-SURFACING
Handyman
Free Estimates • Reliable Licensed • Bonded Insured • Senior Discount
Ron Massa
Office 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983
INSIDE: *Bath *Kitchen's *Plumbing *Electrical, *Drywall *Paint *Tile & Windows OUTSIDE: *Paint & Repairs *Gutters *Deck's *Fence's *Yard Work *Tree & Shrubbery trimming & clean up Affordable Hauling
Call Bernie 303.347.2303
Bronco
HAULERS • Dependable • Affordable • • Prompt Service 7 days a week • • Foreclosure and Rental clean-outs • • Garage clean-outs • • Furniture • • Appliances •
FREE ESTIMATES
Call 720-218-2618 Heavy Hauling
*Snow plowing commercial and business properties • Snow hauling • Asphalt & Concrete •Dirt removal & replacement • Grading • Excavating • Tractor •Trucking.
" $Reasonable$" Rates On:
*Trash Cleanup: old furniture, mattresses, appliances, etc. *Replacement of Decorative Rock *Hauling: trash, old sod, debris. *Gutter cleaning. *Storm Damage Cleanup, References Servicing the Denver West and North areas Mark 303.432.3503
"AFFORDABLE HAULING"
You Call - I Haul Basement, Garages, Houses, Construction, Debris, Small Moves Office - 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 Ron Massa BBB - Bonded - Insured
• Dependable • Best Prices • Detailed Great References! We are Family-Owned and Operated
720-257-1996 geniecommercialcleaning@yahoo.com
Landscaping/Nurseries
LANDSCAPE • Complete Landscape Design & Construction • Retaining Walls, Paver & Natural Stone Patios • Clean-Ups & Plant Pruning • Tree & Stump Removal • New Plantings • Irrigation Systems and Repairs • Landscape Lighting COLORADO REGISTERED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Licensed
720.436.6340
Insured
www.arterralandscaping.com
303-908-9384
Trash & Junk Removal
We take what your trash man won't. Branches, mattresses, appliances, reasonable rates & prompt service 720-333-6832
Heating/ Air Conditioning
Call
303.503.9798
Heating • Electrical Air Conditioning
• New, Repair, Replace all makes & models • Military & Senior - 10% Discount • $89 $69 A.C. STARTUP - ‘til May1st! One call does it all!
The Affordable Handyman
Hauling Service
“Let us do the dirty work!”
*Snow plowing servicing the Westminster, Northglenn and Thornton areas
Call Rick 720-285-0186
General home improvement and repairs. Painting, bath remodel, drywall, etc.30 years experience; references 303-241-7897
COMMERCIAL CLEANING
Get a jump on sprinG projects! New installs, yard make-overs, retaining walls, sod, sprinkler systems, flagstone, decorative rock. For all your landscape needs call Richard at 720-297-5470. Licensed, insured, Member BBB.
Olson Landscaping & Design
kes Ma All odels &M
Family owned and serving Golden & Jefferson County since 1955. 24-Hour Service
Furnaces • Boilers • Water Heaters Service • Repair • Replace
720.327.9214 Commercial & Residential
SHORTY'S LANDSCAPING "???Need Lawn Mowing???"
House Cleaning
303-274-9349. 12 years exp. Affordable, Insured, FREE est. Landscaping, aerating, sprinkler installs, makeovers & more! www.shortyslandscaping.com
Gloria's Hands on Cleaning
Lawn/Garden Services
303-456-5861
Dreilng Lawn Service FREE Estimates
10% Senior & Military Discount All Home Energy Audits
Reliable, 25 years in business, personal touch, spring cleaning. Weekly, bi-weekly, once a month Servicing the Metro North and Metro West areas
Insurance INSURANCE REVIEW
- Please call 720-484-3732 for a FREE Home, Auto and Life Insurance review!
• Weekly Mowing • Aeration • Power Rake • Fertilization • Sprinkler Install / Repair & Turn On • Sod Install & Repair • Rock Install • Gutter Clean Out Senior Discount - Accepting All Major Credit Cards
Call
(303)427-5342 or 720-470-2870
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Lawn/Garden Services
Misc. Services
Painting
STAIRLIFTS INSTALLED
Bob’s Painting, Repairs & Home Improvements
with a Warranty Starting at $1575
WALK-IN-TUBS Starting at $2995
DEEDON'S PAINTING
303.870.8434
40 years experience Interior & Exterior painting. References 303-466-4752
— WEEKLY MOWING —
1ST MOW FREE with summer commitment for new customers
125
BIG DOG SPECIAL
$
Aeration, Fertilization & Power Raking
LITTLE DOG SPECIAL
65
$
Aeration & Fertilization Combo Yard Cleanup, Aeration, Fertilizer, Shrub Trimming
www.denverlawnservices.com Established 2000
Bullseye Plumbing and Drains
“Targeting All Your Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Needs!” John DeHaan
www.bullseyepad.com
Motorcycle Repair Spring is coming – Need your carbs cleaned?
• Honest pricing • • Free estimates •
Motorcycle/ATV Service & Repair
We will match any written estimate! Same day service! No job too small or too big!
All Makes and Models
303-960-7665
Fisher Cycle Works
303-420-2880
NOLEMAORE KS DRIPS BREAKS CLOGS
Call Fish Fisher at:
720-308-0425
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Plumbing
Plumbing
RALPH’S & JOE’S AFFORDABLE dirty jobs done dirt cheap Drain Cleaning & Plumbing Repairs
720-308-6696 www.askdirtyjobs.com
Drains as low as $75.00 * Free phone Quotes Residential/Commercial * Water Heaters * Drain Cleaning * Remodels/New Construction * Gas Lines * Garbage Disposals
(720) 357-0198
Licensed and Insured
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Small engine repair also
• Lawn Maintenance •Aerating & Fertilizing, •Power Raking • Landscape •Sod & Rock Work • Res. & Comm. • Fully Insured. Offering Free Fall aerating & fertilizing with a new mowing pkg. (mowing in select areas)
30 yrs experience Free estimates 303-450-1172
Plumbing
Plumbing AA Rocky Mountain Rooter & Plumbing Professional Service - WITHOUT Professional Prices Licensed * Insured * Bonded Free Est. Over 25yrs exp. Local family owned company 303-960-5215
FRONT RANGE PLUMBING
303.451.1971
Commercial/Residential
PLUMBING, SPRINKLER & SWAMP COOLERS. FREE INSTANT QUOTE.
Repair or Replace: Faucets, Toilets, Sinks, Vanity, Dishwashers, Water Heater, Broken Pipes, Spigot/Hosebib, Drain Cleaning, Disposals etc. Sprinkler StartUp/Repair/Installation. Swamp Cooler Start-Up/Repair. Call West Tech (720)298-0880
For all your plumbing needs
Abram Property Services Inc.
• Water Heaters • Plumbing Parts
Licensed General Contractor Locally Owned (Arvada) Fully Insured Home Additions / Remodel / Repair /Maintenance Small Company - Low Overhead - Low Rates Personalized Service by me
SENIOR DISCOUNTS FREE ESTIMATES in the metro area
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Remodeling
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Troy Abram (303)503-5721
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SERVICES TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Remodeling
GREENE'S REMODELING
Bathroom/kitchen remodeling, repair work, plumbing leaks, water damage. No job too small Window replacement. Serving Jeffco since 1970 (303)237-3231
Roofing/Gutters
Roofing/Gutters
Tax Services
Tree Service
Tutoring
A Hermanʼs ROOFING Hail Damage? Wind Damage? New Roof, Re-Roof, Repairs, Residential - Commercial Family owned for Over 46 Years. Call today for free estimate. (303)293-3131
Shingles, Flat Roofs, Roof Leak Repairs. 35 years of experience. Free estimates. Butch Metzler (303)422-8826
Roofing:
ONLINE TAX PREPERATION
JAY WHITE Tree Service Serving with pride since 1975 Tree & shrub trimming & removals, firewood. Call Jay (303)278-7119
Special - Trained teacher to help children who have difficulty in mastering basic skills.
Andy & Bob's Roofing/Gutters
at competative pricing! • Secure Online Portal • • Upfront Value Pricing •
portions donated to support local schools
• Local Family Business • • Quick Refund • • BBB Accredited, A+ Rating •
Seasonal
All types roofs-installs, repairs and certifications. Aluminum seamless gutters. Since 1952 (303)984-0481
BrightsCPA.com Personal Tax Preparation Flexible hours and scheduling
Tree Service
Rocky Mountain Contractors
Math assistance also available
303-424-8343
Majestic Tree Service 720-231-5954
We are community.
Tree & Shrub Trimming, Tree Removal Fence Installation Stump Grinding Free Estimates
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Home Remodeling Specialists, Inc.
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Snow Removal, Yard clean ups, fall aeration, fertilization, handyman jobs and pooper scooper Interior/Exterior
* Bath * Kitch Remodels * Bsmt Finishes * Vinyl Windows * Patio Covers * Decks 30+ yrs. exp. George (303)252-8874
A Tree Stump Removal Company
We offer tree removal, brush, mulch and root chasing in addition to stump removal. We also have firewood available! Call today for your Free Estimate. (720)234-3442
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This photo shows 13th Street in downtown Golden from the blizzard of 2003. At far left is the structurally damaged Quaintance Block. The only outward hint of this is the sag in the snow atop its cornice, caused by the sudden drop in the roof level behind it. The storm dumped 50.5 inches on Golden. Photo by Richard Gardner
Bridges, schools built, Colorado Mills opens By rick Gardner At the dawn of the 21st century, Jefferson County achieved something its founders undoubtedly dreamed of — becoming the most populous county in Colorado. About 527,050 citizens lived in Jeffco, with many newcomers living in the growing subdivisions of Arvada, Westminster and south Jeffco. Many new places were constructed across Jefferson County to greet the turn of the millennium. Recreation had a big start out of the gate with the Apex Center in Arvada and the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center in 2000, the latter designed to mirror the landmark historic barn in front of it. Landmark bridges once again began to define the Jeffco landscape, starting with Golden’s Washington Avenue Bridge across Clear Creek in 2004, and over Highway 58 in 2008. More innocuously Jeffco’s first new power plant in many years was built by Xcel Energy, tucked away in 2002 in the vicinity of Leyden, which once fueled power across the region. Also tucked away was the Red Rocks Visitors Center, placed in 2003 beneath its upper landing. Not far away along C-470 another new landmark very much announced itself when the picturesque little Vineyard Chapel rose on a prominence at Coal Mine Avenue in 2003. New schools also rose across Jeffco, including Ralston Valley High School (2000), D’Evelyn Junior/Senior High School (2001), and the fourth incarnation of its first high school, Golden High (2007). In 2002, the Colorado Mills mall, built by the Mills Corporation owning a chain of malls across the country, opened at 14500 W. Colfax Ave. where a mall had been envisioned since the Wide Acres Mall of the 1960s.
Totaling 1,100,000 square feet, it features 91 stores with 10 acres lining its oval racetrack layout and Jeffco’s first art deco styled movie theater since 1948. Nearby at Colfax and 6th, upon land first claimed during the gold rush by future famed railcar industrialist George Pullman, the first Jack In The Box of the chain’s return to Colorado was built in 2007. One of its prior locations at 490 Wadsworth Boulevard was a 1969 store that had since become Einstein Bros. bagels, one of the Boston Chicken chains that made Denver West its headquarters during the 1990s.
Tower battle atop Lookout
In Golden the Fossil Trace Golf Course opened in July 2003, designed by Jim Engh and named after remarkable finds of dinosaur and plant fossils at its western edge. In 2001 Lakewood Commons was built by Opus Group, featuring a new Lakewood City Hall, Cultural Arts Center, stores, townhomes, and the Belmar Library uniquely shaped like an open book. Across Wadsworth almost all of Villa Italia was torn down, making way for Belmar, built by Continuum Partners. Opening its first phase in 2004, it was a 103-acre, 22-block urban neighborhood featuring stores, restaurants, offices, parks, residences, an ice skating rink and more. Much new development took place along Colfax, where once the sign of Davies’ Chuck Wagon Grill was threatened now embraced neon as never before, including what may well be the world’s first art deco Walmart, built at 7455 W. Colfax in 2004, as well as the nearby Home Depot and Clock Tower Plaza in 2006. In 2009, the Solterra development of picturesque Tuscan-styled homes by Design Studios West on the southwest slopes of Green Mountain took shape, bringing the Parade of Homes back to Jeffco for the first
time since homes on the northeast slope of the same mountain were featured in the 1960s. On the 10th anniversary of the school shootings the Columbine Memorial was dedicated, recognized by an Honor Award by the Colorado Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects. A pitched battle erupted over Lake Cedar Group replacing the Channel 7, Channel 9 and Channel 4 towers atop Lookout Mountain with a new digital tower for the three, prompting great outcry over health concerns among canyon area and Golden residents while a federal mandate to switch to digital broadcasting loomed. After much fighting the United States
Golden’s community choir, now known as the Golden Concert Choir, made its debut concert at Faith Lutheran Church in Golden in December 2000. It was directed by Carma Romano-LaMorte. Gardner Family Collection Congress passed a law to favor the Lake Cedar Group. The Channel 4 tower, which from 1955 to June 1, 2010, stood as the tallest structure in Jeffco history at 834 feet, along with the others went down, leaving the original Channel 2 tower, built in 1952 as the first television broadcast mast in Colorado, as the sole remaining pioneer there.
In 2003, the last transaction was made to preserve North Table Mountain as open space and it was soon opened to the public. Plans to complete the 470 loop through the northwest corridor revived as well as proposals for development along the corridor, pitting Golden and others against Arvada and its allies, a battle which continues to this day.
Coors merger, expansion The Coors industries had grown to become international giants, with Coors Brewing acquiring United Kingdom-based Bass Brewery in 2002, merging with Canada-based Molson to become Molson Coors Brewing Company on Feb. 9, 2005, and combining United States operations with SABMiller Jeffco History continues on Page 24
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Miguel Cervantes (William Michals) and his manservant (Ben Dicke) act out what becomes “Don Quixote” in a prison in Spain in the Arvada Center’s “Man of La Mancha.” Photos courtesy of Arvada Center
A gritty take on ‘Mancha’ Historical look at the man behind the knight By Clarke Reader
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on Quixote” is one of the most famous works of literature every written, but not many people know the life of its creator, Miguel de Cervantes. The musical “Man of la Mancha” is based on actual events that happened to Cervantes, and takes the audience on a thrilling ride into a play within a play. “Man of La Mancha” will play at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., from March 26 through April 14. Performances will be 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 1 p.m. Wednesday and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. “You’ve never seen ‘Man of la Mancha’ like you have at the Arvada Center,” said director, Rod A. Lansberry. “This is definitely a darker, and grittier version of the show, but the situation and roughness really dictate that.” The story takes place in a prison, run by the Spanish Inquisition, where Cervantes (William Michals) and his manservant (Ben Dicke) are awaiting judgment for crimes they didn’t committ. While waiting, their fellow prisoners decide to hold a trial of their own against Cervantes, and if he is found guilty, his possessions — and life’s work — will be destroyed. In an effort to have his possessions spared, Cervantes offers a play, with all the prisoners participating, as his defense. The play tells the story of Alonso Quijana,
If you go WHAT: “Man of la Mancha” WHERE: Arvada Center 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. WHEN: March 26 through April 14 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays 1 p.m. Wednesdays 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays COST: $53-$73 INFORMATION: 720-898-7200 or www. arvadacenter.org
an old gentleman who gets so swept away by the chivalric novels he’s read that he renames himself Don Quixote, and takes his “squire” Sancho to go questing in the Spanish countryside. The show is unique in many ways, one of which is that the majority of actors remain on stage the entire time, because as Lansberry said, they are in a prison, and there is nowhere else they can go. For the actors, the story is less a way for the story of Don Quixote to be told on stage, and rather an examination of Cervantes and the times he lived in. “Everything in this is centered on Cervantes’ relationship with the other prisoners,” said Michals. “He’s entertaining people in his defense. He’s really giving his story of being inspired, and has to be convincing.” Jennifer DeDominici, who plays the prisoner Aldonza and Dulcinea in Cervantes’ story, said her character goes through a massive transformation during the show, and she is curious about how much that change is there waiting to be discovered, and how much requires Cervantes’ efforts. A lot of time and effort has gone into the
set, lighting and sound, to create a visceral feeling of being in the violent Inquisition. “It really goes to the idea of how do the prisoners drive the storytelling,” Dicke said. “We’re really making use of the environment, and the set really lends itself to that.” While the Arvada Center is taking a new look at the classic, people who love standards like “To Dream the Impossible Dream” will not be disappointed. “Anyone who loves this play is going to love this version of it,” Michals said. For tickets and more information, call 720898-7200 or visit www. arvadacenter.org.
Miguel Cervantes (William Michals) acts out his story of Don Quixoteto save his possessions in the Arvada Center’s “Man of La Mancha.”
One of the best parties I have attended lately took place March 13 inside the $5 million refurbished meeting spaces inside The Westin Downtown Denver Hotel. The event, which showed off the new digs of the mezzanine-level Continental Ballroom, renamed the Confluence Ballroom, as well as the ballroom foyer and all breakout meeting rooms. To unveil the renovation, The Westin’s sales team partnered with Destination Services Design Team to transform the space into specialty rooms such as a Molecular Microbrew bar, a Rock ‘n’ Roll sushi station and a soothing Spa-Ception room. “A major component of the project was leveling the mezzanine-level fixed-seat Tabor Auditorium to create an additional 3,000-square-feet of flexible meeting space,” said Tom Curley, the hotel’s general manager and owner Starwood’s area managing director. “This new space, called the Platte River Room, allows the hotel to service groups more effectively by offering additional dining and meeting space options.” Yes, the spruced-up space looked lovely, but the most outstanding aspect of the party was something I’ve never seen done in catering before: a salad martini bar. When I glanced over to that food station, I thought, “Oh no, another mashed potato bar. No thanks.” But when I saw socialite and philanthropist Susan Kiely munching salad in a martini glass, I had to investigate. Rather than heavy mashed potatoes, the station offered a healthy selection of salad ingredients mixed in a martini shaker (not stirred) with your choice of salad dressing. Bravo and brilliant!
In the limelight
The 23rd annual Limelight Awards, which recognizes outstanding people and places that over the past year have embodied the true spirit of LoDo, took place Thursday in the refurbished McNichols Civic Center Building, on the corner of Colfax and Bannock. (Frankly, not my favorite space for an event because there is mostly metered parking and no valet.) But the event, despite the number of guests who were ticketed for expired meters, was a festive celebration put on by the LoDo District Inc. This year’s awards went to: Cares Award for philanthropic contributions to the neighborhood: Carol Ann and Paul Rothmann for the Downtown Denver Children’s Playground. Spotlight Award for a successful marketing campaign that brought activity to the area: Tom and Diane Coohill, owners of Coohills restaurant at 1400 Wewatta, for the Beats on the Creek concert series. Legacy Award for development projects that contribute to LoDo’s culture of historic preservation and innovation: Wazee Supper Club. Service Award for those who go above and beyond to aid LoDo District Inc: Rob Grey, LoDo District Vice Chair. New Business Award for a new neighbor who has made a notable impact: Springhill Suites Denver Downtown at Metro State.
Party with a view
The already hot Ballpark Neighborhood restaurant scene turned up the heat with the fundraiser opening of VIEWHOUSE on March 14. Parker continues on Page 22
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YOUR WEEK & MORE THURSDAY/MARCH 21 MEET ARTIST The Wheat Ridge Cultural Commission presents its fifth Meet The Artist event in our monthly series. Thursday, March 21, features photographer and Wheat Ridge city councilwoman Joyce Jay. Joyce will exhibit her work from 5:30-7 p.m. at Anthony’s Vision in Gold, 6789 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Joyce will give a presentation about her work at 6 p.m. HOA ANSWERS 2013 is shaping up to be a year with the potential for a large number of bills that may affect community associations and the trades that service community associations. A panel of experts from the Legislative Action Committee will provide an update of activity this year, and help answer any questions participants may have. This special update program will be from 8-9:30 p.m. Thursday,
March 21, at the Courtyard at Marriott, 1475 S. Colorado Blvd., Denver. Breakfast will be served. Call 303-951-4973 or visit www.hoa-colorado. org.
ALL STARS The 20th annual Jefferson County All Stars industry appreciation awards will take place from 7-9 a.m. Thursday, March 21, at Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. The event honors companies that significantly contribute to the economic vitality of Jefferson County. Register online at www.jeffcoedc.org for ticket information and to register. Cal 303-202-2965. THURSDAY/MARCH 21, TUESDAY/ APRIL 2 OPEN HOUSE Jefferson County Open Space is beginning an information exchange process
regarding plans to formalize the Apex Park Trailhead at the junction of County Highway 93 and Highway 40 near Heritage Square in Golden. Open houses are planned from 5:307:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21, and Tuesday, April 2, at the Jefferson County Open Space office, 700 Jefferson County Parkway, Suite 100, Golden. Details about the project will also be posted on the Apex Park website and comments will be taken through April 17. Neighbors, visitors and community members interested in Apex Park are encouraged to send an email to apexpark@jeffco.us. You will then be included in an email contact list to receive updates and notices regarding the park. This schedule will be posted at http://jeffco.us/openspace/openspace_T56_R4.htm. Your Week continues on Page 22
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The exclusive invite party gave media and other guests an hour to peruse the new space before opening the doors to supporters of the Ballpark Neighborhood Association. As advertised, the eatery featured an eclectic spread of bar bites from chef Jose Guerrero (from Roy’s Cherry Creek, Mao and Pizza Republica), Colorado-centric cocktails and microbrews and the spectacular view from the rooftop patio bar. VIEWHOUSE is a Denver corporation comprised of principals Brad Manske as managing partner and nightclub king Francois Safieddine as landlord and money man.
Wings and things
Can pigs fly? They do at Grillin’ Wings & Things at 723 S. University Blvd. (southwest corner of University and Exposition). The new fantastic wings joint (I tried them recently and can you say finger-lickin’ good?) features pig wings (lip-smacking mini pork shanks served “special grilled” style tossed in a choice of sauces), along with egg-cellent chicken wings grilled or deep-fried. Chicken tenders and jumbo shrimp also grace the menu, along with salads and wraps. Sides include deep-fried corn on the cob, garlic parmesan fries, and beerbattered onion rings. The sauces are a standout with everything from honey hot to sweet ginger Thai to spicy garlic chili. Many of them are gluten-free. Grillin’ Wings also serves wine and beer. Fly on over and check out this place.
Gluten be gone
The Walnut Room’s two locations — Two North Broadway and 3131 Walnut St. — have expanded their gluten-free offerings. In addition to gluten-free pizza, the restaurants have added gluten-free bread for sandwiches and a flourless torte.
The Walnut Room restaurants have also expanded their gluten-free beverages to include the Strongbow Cider at the Broadway location, and Magners at the Walnut Street eatery. “We are proud to offer our gluten-sensitive customers more choices to make their dining experience more varied,” said Leslie Odell, director of operations.
Adieu
Bid adieu to The Big Easy Creole Kitchen, at 250 Steele St., which closed this month after less than six months. The good-food restaurant owned by George Gastl, a native of Denver who lived in New Orleans and cooked at the Palace Cafe, served New Orleans favorites including turtle soup, crawfish etouffee, gumbo, blackened shrimp and sweetbreads. No word on whether Gastl plans to reopen The Big Easy Creole Kitchen elsewhere. The lower-level space has been a challenge to other restaurateurs as well. Jesse Morreale, owner of El Diablo on First and Broadway, operated Sketch in that space, but later changed the concept to Tambien with chef Sean Yontz. That restaurant eventually closed.
Grobbie alert!
Popular recording artist Josh Groban will perform a special concert with the Colorado Symphony on July 7 at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. March 22 at www.ticketmaster.com. No doubt his fame will make this concert a sellout for the Colorado Symphony, which had been nearly fatally wounded by lackluster ticket sales. Smart move on the Symphony’s part in this partnership. 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.
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FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/MARCH 21-23 SPRING MUSICAL Golden High School’s Stage Right Productions presents its spring musical, Stephen Sondheim’s “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” running March 15-16 and March 21-23 in the Golden High School auditorium. Contact Golden High School via email at goldentheater@jeffco. k12.co.us for tickets. Contact Scott Hasbrouck at shasbrou@ jeffco.k12.co.us or the main office at 303-982-4200 for information. THURSDAY/MARCH 21 TO APRIL 5 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED Learn about the criminal justice
system and get an inside look at prosecution and law enforcement in the First Judicial District at the District Attorney’s Citizens Academy, running from April 23 to June 25. Applications for this 10-week course are being accepted now through April 5. Participation in the academy is free, and is open to residents of Jefferson and Gilpin counties. Visit www.districtattorney1. com or call 303-271-6905.
THURSDAY/MARCH 21 TO MAY 31 JUNIOR GARDEN camp Star Acre Farms and the Jefferson Conservation District offer a junior master gardener certificate course for students entering third through eighth grades. Kids will engage in hands-on farm activities such as planting, growing, and harvesting and discuss topics like water conservation, insects and plant disease, soil types, etc. Classes meet from 8-10 a.m. (third through fifth grades) and 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (sixth through eighth grades) for eight weeks, from June 11 to July 30 at Star Acre Farms, 8412 N. Alkire St., Arvada. Space is limited. Contact Kaitlin Fischer at 720-544-2869 or Kaitlin.Fischer@co.nacdnet.net to sign up today. FRIDAY/MARCH 22 EASTER CONCERT The Colorado Mormon Chorale will perform its free Easter concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 22, at 7080 Independence St., Arvada. Celebrating its 30th year, the 80-member Colorado Mormon Chorale is made up of volunteers from all over the Denver-metro area. The concert will also feature a brass quartet of two trumpets and two trombones. Doors open at 7 p.m. Visit coloradomormonchorale.org.
CONCERT THE Denver Pops presents “Beautiful Melodies” with the Golden Concert Choir and the Harmony Chorale at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 23, at Grant Avenue United Methodist Church, 216 S. Grant St., Denver. Visit www.denverpopsorchestra.org for tickets and more information. IRISH NIGHT Corned beef and cabbage dinner hosted by Trollheim Sons of Norway Lodge is scheduled for 4 p.m. Saturday, March 23, at Trollheim Lodge, 6610 W. 14th Ave., Lakewood. The Wick School of Irish Dancing will provide great entertainment, and our Butikken will be open for shopping. Come and enjoy this once-in-a-year celebration. Call 303-9894496 for reservations. SCOTS-IRISH RESEARCH Wales, Ireland, Scotland, England Family History Society presents John Mears on “Scots-Irish Research: Records from 1600 to 1860” at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23, at the Central Denver Public Library, 10 W. 14th Avenue Parkway. This class will discuss the descendants of Presbyterians from lowland Scotland who settled in Ulster (the northernmost province of Ireland) in the 17th century, and subsequently immigrated to America. There will be a review of American records to research and the records that remain in Ireland. Internet and other resources will be discussed as well. John Mears, a professional genealogist has taught seminars for the Colorado Genealogical Society as well as beginning, Irish and German genealogy classes at Arapahoe Community College and at seminars throughout Colorado. He has worked in family history centers in Detroit, Albany and Littleton. John and his wife have made three research trips to Ireland. Additional information for the Wales, Ireland, Scotland, England Family History Society is at www.wise-fhs.org. SATURDAY AND SUNDAY/MARCH 23-24 GARDENING CLASSES Echter’s Garden Center, 5150 Garrison St. in Arvada, offers early spring classes for gardeners. Call 303-424-7979 or visit www.echters.com. Admission is free and no registration is required, unless otherwise noted.
FRIDAY CINEMA Living Water Spiritual Community presents its Friday Cinema program at 7 p.m. Friday, March 22, at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Participate in discussions, sharing of viewpoints, life experiences, and a whole lot of fun. Popcorn and candy are available. Discussion will follow the feature presentation. Some films may have language or subject matter unsuitable for children. Call Kay Ford Johnsen at 720-933-4964 or email kayfordjohnsEn@aol.com.
SATURDAY, MARCH 23: “Orchids: Easier Than You Think,” from 10-11 a.m. “Garden Under Lights – Bringing Sunshine Indoors,” from 1-2 p.m. “Sweet and Sassy Succulents,” from 3-4 p.m.
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/MARCH 22-23
“FAIRY GARDEN Workshop,” from 2-3 p.m. Create a retreat
JUNK SALE The Action Center is gearing up to host the Spring
Beautiful Junk Sale March 22-23 at the Jefferson County Fairground’s Exhibit Hall, 15200 W. 6th Ave., Golden. Proceeds from the sale go back into programs at the Action Center that feed, clothe and shelter struggling members of the community. The sale is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, March 22, and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 23. A special early bird sale is at 7 p.m. March 22 for a separate admission charge. Get $1 off regular sale admission if you bring two or more nonperishable food donations. Visit www.theactioncenterco.org or call 303-237-7704.
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Colorado authors Walter Borneman, Laird Hunt and David Wroblewski will speak during the luncheon. Cost includes for a buffet luncheon and the program. Proceeds from the luncheon will raise funds for fellowships and postdoctoral grants to women. Reservations must be made by contacting Linda Robertson at 720-289-7525 or lindarobertson@comcast.net.
SATURDAY/MARCH 23 AAUW LUNCHEON A Meet the Authors luncheon, fundraiser sponsored by the Foothills Branch of the American Association of University Women, is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 23, at Mt. Vernon Country Club. Registration begins 9:30 a.m.
SUNDAY, MARCH 24: “Terrarium Workshop,” from 11 a.m. to noon. Space limited; registration required. Call 303-424-7979; fee for materials. for the fairies in your life and enjoy the magic. Call 303-4247979. Fee for materials.
SATURDAY/MARCH 23, 25; APRIL 6, 8 TAX ASSISTANCE Seniors’ Resource Center, in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service, is offering free tax help for those in need of help through the VITA Tax Assistance Program. The program provides assistance with state and federal income tax forms, as well as the Earned Income Tax Credit and rent and heat rebate forms. This tool is available to tax payers in need of assistance who earned less than $50,000 in 2012. Appointments are required; call 303-235-6921. Assistance available March 23, 25; and April 6 and 8. Call 303-238-8151 or visit www.SRCAging.org for information, or if you are interested in volunteering. Your Week continues on Page 23
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really ought to take active steps to either not have one or make sure if you do it is locked up,” said Tom Mauser, who has worked to pass gun-control measures in the nearly 14 years since his son, Daniel, was killed at Columbine High. “These are not suicide-reduction bills, and no responsible person would claim they are,” said David Kopel, a law professor at the University of Denver and research director at the Independence Institute who testified against some of the gun proposals. “They are, at their best, and their ideals, crimereduction bills.” I-News analyzed data from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment on deaths from firearms between 2000 and 2011, the latest year available. The information comes from death certificates. It found: • Suicides accounted for 76 percent of the 6,258 deaths from guns over the 12 years, while homicides comprised 20 percent. The rest were either accidental, legal shootings by law enforcement officers, or unexplained. Nationally, about 60 percent of gun deaths are suicides. • Gun suicides were disproportionately committed by white residents, while homicide victims were predominantly minority. White residents, who make up 70 percent of the state’s population, accounted for 88 percent of the gun suicides. On the other hand, 58 percent of homicide victims were minorities, who comprise 30 percent of the state’s residents. Blacks were victims in 21 percent of the homicides, but only make up 4 percent of Colorado’s population. Latinos were victims in 34 percent of homicides, while comprising 21 percent of the state’s population. • Gun death victims were overwhelmingly male. They accounted for 85 percent of all deaths
GUN DEATHS BY COUNTY What the numbers say about gun deaths between 2000 and 2011 in the region covered by Colorado Community Media: COUNTY
TOTAL
By suicide By homicide Total per 100,000
ADAMS
503
342
149
10.4
ARAPAHOE
679
498
152
10.6
DENVER
831
437
342
12.1
DOUGLAS
207
170
30
7.0
EL PASO
804
596
180
11.6
ELBERT
29
27
2
10.9
JEFFERSON
624
526
77
9.9
TELLER
64
52
6
24.0
Totals include deaths by suicide, homicide, accidents, legal shootings by law enforcement officers and unexplained shootings. Source: I-News research
Gun Deaths in Colorado
In the dozen years between the mass shootings of Columbine in 1999 and Aurora in 2012, the vast majority of gun deaths in Colorado were self-inflicted.
All Gun deaths 6,258 SUICIDE 4,744
HOMICIDE 1,263
Gun Deaths by Age 1,400
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600
236
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992
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622
465
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* Gun deaths classified as accidental, legal intervention and unknown Source: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environmnet, U.S. Census Bureau, I-News research
involving guns and 87 percent of suicides using guns. • Those over age 70 had the highest rate of overall deaths from guns, 18 for every 100,000 residents of that age group. They were almost exclusively suicides. The 21-to-30 age group had the highest rate of homicides, about 5 for every 100,000. I-News also calculated gun death rates by county and found wide geographic disparities. Based on the number of overall gun deaths during the 12 years, the highest rates were in Montrose, Mesa, Fremont and Pueblo counties among medium- and large-sized counties — those with populations of more than 40,000. The lowest rates were in Eagle, Douglas, Weld and Boulder counties. Denver and El Paso counties had the highest number of overall deaths involving guns, 831 and 804 respectively, but their rates per 100,000 residents ranked them in the middle among the counties. Denver did have the highest number of residents killed in homicides, 342 over the 12 years or 5 per every 100,000 people, followed by Pueblo and Adams counties. El Paso County had the highest overall death toll from gun suicides, 596 over the 12 years, but Mesa had the highest rate of residents killing themselves with guns among larger counties, 15.6 per 100,000 residents. Lanny Berman, a psychologist who is executive director of the
American Association of Suicidology, said the issue of guns and suicide is complex — and confusing. Overall in the United States, the percentage of suicides committed with guns has fallen in recent years even as the overall number of suicides hasn’t changed much. “I’d like to think that it’s come down because there’s been a lot of public education and work in that area,” Berman said. “That said, hanging deaths have increased, and we can’t figure out how to engage restricted access to ropes and other forms of ligature. I can argue safe storage of a firearm, and convince some people that’s wise, but belts, and guitar straps and anything else one might use to hang themselves with, I have no argument.” People whose suicide attempts are unsuccessful don’t necessarily go on to kill themselves, Berman said. “The people who have been rescued off the Golden Gate Bridge — a very small portion of them go on to die by suicide,” he said. “If you can intervene — in this case by restricting access — people change their mind, good things happen, they get into treatment, time changes a lot of things. Who knows what, but things happen and people don’t necessarily stay suicidal. That’s just what we know about being suicidal, it waxes and wanes and is highly responsive to the moment. So change the moment and you’re going to save lives.”
Mauser, who said he backed the measures introduced this year because he believed they represented reasonable efforts to keep guns out of the hands of people who shouldn’t have them, also lamented the reality that when a gun is involved the odds of surviving a suicide attempt are small. “You’re more likely to survive some of the other things,” Mauser said. “You’re not going to survive a gunshot to the head.” Kopel, who said as a “card-carrying Roman Catholic” he was opposed to suicide, also expressed little hope that legislation could do much about the majority of gun deaths. “The vast majority of gun deaths are suicides, and of those, they are hugely skewed to males and hugely skewed to older populations,” he said. “I think it’s highly unrealistic to think that any form of gun control is going to reduce suicide in this group.” I-News is the public service journalism arm of Rocky Mountain PBS. Contact I-News or learn more at www.inewsnetwork.org. Contact Kevin Vaughan at kvaughan@inewsnetwork.org or 303-446-4936. Contact Burt Hubbard at bhubbard@inewsnetwork. org or 303-446-4931. Visit this and other stories at www.inewsnetwork.org.
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SUNDAY/MARCH 24 CARMINA BURANA Jefferson Symphony Orchestra and the Evergreen Chorale present “Carmina Burana” at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 24, at the Colorado School of Mines Green Center, 924 16th St., Golden. Tickets available at www. Jeffsymphony.org or by calling 303-278-4237. TUESDAY/MARCH 26 ART LEAGUE The Wheat Ridge Art League
will meet from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, at the Active Adults Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave., Wheat Ridge. After the business meeting, local well-known artist Lori Williamsnon will present a demonstration of drawing. 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.
Artist Lori Williamson will conduct a workshop for interested artists April 6. Contact one of the emails or numbers following. For information, call 303-278-8247 or 303-421-1356, or email lartus1@msn.com or douglass@comcast.net.
LIFETREE CAFÉ The hidden world of hoarding will be explored at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, titled “Surrounded by Stuff: Understanding the Hidden World of Hoarding,” features a short film of a woman whose hoarding caused her such shame she wouldn’t let a plumber into her home to fix broken pipes. Lifetree representative Craig Cable said the program offers help for those who hoard, and for those who live with hoarders. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. TUESDAY TO THURSDAY/MARCH 26-28 KIDS’ CAMPS Golden History Museums offers
three half-day camps over spring break for kids ages 6-11. Camps last from 9 a.m. to noon March 26-28, and take place at the Astor House Museum, 822 12th St., Golden. Sign up for one camp, or all three. Camp themes are “My Story,” on Tuesday, March 26; “Community Voices,”Wednesday, March 27; and “Made in Golden: Jolly Rancher” on Thursday, March 28. Visit www.GoldenHistory.org.
and having an extensive career in broadcasting. Additional coaches who will join him include Tom Nichols, Dennis Duncan, Tom McCormick, and Ben Pyatt. Complimentary refreshments will be served. Each oral history is recorded on DVD and available for purchase at the McIlvoy House. The event is free and open to the public. For more information call 303-431-1261.
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ORAL HISTORY A special oral history program will be presented by the Arvada Historical Society at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 27, at the McIlvoy House, 7307 Grandview Ave. Radio host and Colorado Sports Hall of Fame recipient Irv Brown will lead a program about coaching history at Arvada high schools. Irv Brown was a basketball coach at Arvada High School before continuing his career in coaching at Metro State and the University of Colorado, working as an NCAA referee,
LECTURE SERIES Golden History Museums celebrates Women’s History Month with a lecture series and a tour through the 12th Street Historic District. Peggy Lyon wraps up the series Wednesday, March 27. Lyon, a local musician and member of the Jefferson Symphony Orchestra, will perform music composed or inspired by Colorado women and speak about the history of the pieces and the connection to Colorado. THE TOUR on April 6 includes three homes in the
12th Street Historic District. After meeting at the Astor House Museum, attendees will learn about the homes’ early inhabitants, include Eliza West, draftswoman Alice Gow, and domestic servant Emily French. The tour will include a discussion on architecture and the history of the area.
TICKETS ARE required for all the lectures and the tour, and are only available by calling Golden History Museums at 303-278-3557. THURSDAY/MARCH 28 COMMUNITY COFFEE Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp wants to hear from you. The next Community Coffee is from 7-8 a.m. Thursday, March 28, at La Dolce Vita, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Come and chat about issues important to you. Community coffee is planned the fourth Thursday of every month. Coming Soon continues on Page 27
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to form MillerCoors on June 30, 2008. After 125 years Coors was once again an equal partnership, sharing with the even more historic Molson family whose brewing roots date to John Molson in Montreal in 1786, and also with Miller whose operations began with Frederick Miller in Milwaukee in 1855. Respect for their elders was why the Golden-based brewers, who began in 1873 with Adolph Coors and Jacob Schueler, decided for the others place their names first. In 2000, the Coors porcelain company, began by John J. Herold in 1910, became a fully independent company, CoorsTek, now led by the fourth generation of the Coors family. Better known globally than even the beer, its operations now spanned the world, with plants and subsidiaries manufacturing porcelain and more across four continents. They began the 21st century with the Coors family’s unique homecoming to Korea, where CoorsTek Korea, founded on Dec. 17, 1999, expanded in Gumi City to serve Asian and American customers with operations in Asia. Korea historically was the first international Coors market, where Coors beer was first sold in Chemulpo, now Incheon, in 1908, making Coors the first Colorado brewer to ship internationally. The Coors family’s unique relationship with Korea began when Adolph’s daughter Augusta married Herbert E. Collbran, a Colorado School of Mines graduate and son of Henry Collbran, the transportation advisor to the throne. The Collbrans were prominent in developing and modernizing Korea through railroads, streetcars, mining, telephone, water and electricity, with Adolph himself investing in the Kapsan copper mine and the Suan gold mines where Herbert worked.
Out of this world
The world not being enough for Jefferson County, its industries set their sights on Mars. Lockheed Martin built the Mars Global Surveyor, Mars Odyssey and Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, the first two of which would hold the record for longest operating orbiting satellite outside Earth. They
also built the aeroshell enabling the Mars rovers, Spirit and Opportunity, to reach the Red Planet on Jan. 4, 2004, from which Opportunity still operates today. By the end of the decade the company was under contract for the Mars Science Laboratory, from which the rover Curiosity now captivates audiences worldwide. They also began developing the next generation of American manned spacecraft, the Orion capsule, which is testing today. Also taking part in many space ventures was the Ball Corporation, which had relocated its headquarters to the outskirts of Jefferson County airport in 1998. By this time Jeffco’s airport had become the fourth busiest in Colorado, serving general aviation with more than 163,000 arrivals and departures per year, ranking it in the top 1 percent nationally. 475 aircraft were based there with three runways, control tower, 126 T-Hangars, 2 Fixed-Base Operators selling fuel and avionics, and maintenance shops. U.S. Forest Service fire protection aircraft staged from there, along with aircraft from the National Center for Atmospheric Research and Jeffco Sheriff’s Department. There were three flight schools, charter services, aircraft sellers and overhaul services, and patrons could eat at the terminal’s Tailwinds Deli. The facility was renamed Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport on Oct. 10, 2006, emphasizing its regional appeal.
Jeffco pilot perishes with Flight 93
One Jefferson County pilot, Capt. Jason Dahl of Ken Caryl Ranch, took command at the controls aboard United Airlines Flight 93 the morning of Sept. 11, 2001. Not yet known to him and the other crew and passengers was that the United States was under attack, with terrorists of Al Qaida hijacking other planes to slam them as missiles into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. However, unlike the other aircraft, Flight 93 was delayed 40 minutes from taking off. At 9:28 a.m. four men commenced hijacking Flight 93, corralling passengers in back while storming the cockpit where Capt. Dahl and First Officer LeRoy Homer Jr. were. During the struggle over the controls Dahl was twice
12-20, 2000, the Hi Meadow Fire at the Park County border destroyed 51 homes and 10,000 acres, threatening to take Pine Grove, Sphinx Park and Wandcrest Park, causing $18.5 million in damage. On June 8-July 18, 2002, the Hayman Fire roared into Jefferson County and beyond between the Kenosha Mountains and Pike’s Peak. The largest wildfire in Colorado history with at the time the most structures destroyed, it took 133 homes, 466 outbuildings and one commercial building, 138,000 acres, and $238 million in damage.
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The above photo shows the reconstruction of the Washington Avenue Bridge in March 2003 in downtown Golden. The crossing was first established in 1859. Photo courtesy Richard Gardner able to shout Mayday transmissions to the outside world. Before he was overpowered it is believed Dahl placed the airplane on autopilot and rerouted its radio frequency so that cabin communications would instead be heard by air traffic controllers, which could cause delay and alert the outside world. In the meantime because of the earlier ground delay passengers, calling outside for help, were alerted to the other attacks that were by then completed. Sensing a similar fate, they voted to counterattack the hijackers and take back the plane, and the hijackers fearing they would succeed crashed the plane near Shanksville, Pa., 20 minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the intended target, the U.S. Capitol. In America’s deadliest day since the Battle of Antietam, those of Flight 93 had successfully defended the nation’s capital in as real a way as soldiers had defended it during the Civil War. Today Jason Dahl is remembered with the others of Flight 93 upon the white tablets of the Wall of Names at the Flight 93 National Memorial, upon Panels S-67 and S-68 at the South Pool of the National September 11 Memorial at the World Trade Center site, and individually by the bronze eagle memorial at Tarnarade Drive and Valley Parkway at Ken Caryl Ranch. He is also remembered by the Captain Jason Dahl Scholarship Fund, established Sept. 12, 2011, which provides scholarships for students wishing
to attend commercial flight training schools in the United States.
Residents serve in military, compete in Olympics
Throughout the 2000s, Jefferson County citizens joined many others fighting in Afghanistan, Iraq and other places around the world, against Al Qaida and others believed to threaten the United States. Among those lost in war from Jefferson County include Justin McNeley of Wheat Ridge, Brandon Pearson of Arvada, Grant Wichmann of Golden and Duncan Crookston of Lakewood in Operation Enduring Freedom, and Benjamin Hoffner of Wheat Ridge and Kenneth Mayne and Dimitri Muscat of Arvada, Larry Pankey of Morrison and Henry Risner of Golden in Operation Iraqi Freedom. The Colorado Freedom Memorial, scheduled to be dedicated on Memorial Day 2013, will remember them and all others from Colorado lost in war since the Civil War. Jeffco people had plenty to cheer about in 2002 when the Winter Olympics came to Salt Lake City. Three Jeffco citizens including Leroy Brown, Jack Liddle and Nils Christiansen had competed before in the Olympic Games, and now Jeffco’s first Olympic athlete in 66 years and first winter Olympian, J.J. Thomas, was taking on the world. Competing in a sport not yet invented the last time Jeffco athletes competed, men’s halfpipe snowboarding, Thomas won the bronze medal, becoming the
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second Jeffco citizen to medal in an Olympics.
Extreme weather breaks records
Jefferson County got a lot more snow when an exceptional blizzard hit on March 18-19, 2003. In a class by itself, below only the unparalleled Great Blizzard 90 years before, this storm dumped 74 inches near Bergen Park, 72.9 inches near Evergreen, 71.8 inches in Coal Creek Canyon, 69 inches near Conifer, 62.6 inches near Chatfield Reservoir, 58.2 inches on Lookout Mountain, 53.2 inches at Evergreen, 50.5 inches near Golden, 48 inches at Buffalo Creek and Pine Junction, 46.6 inches at Ken Caryl Ranch, 46 inches at Deckers, 45 inches at Genesee, 36 inches at Lakewood, 33 inches at Arvada, and 31 inches at Westminster. Traffic was paralyzed and people were digging out for days and buildings in the metro area collapsed under the snow. In downtown Golden, the main roof beam of the historic Quaintance Block, a veteran of the Great Blizzard of 1913, broke and a fortunate confluence of owners, builders and engineers worked to save its roof from imminent collapse within 12 hours. The beam, made of spliced wood, was originally installed with a supporting post that enabled it to withstand 1913 but was removed in 1946, making for a 57-year time bomb that finally went off. More snow came in 2006 when an unprecedented double blizzard hit Jefferson County. For over a century many double successive storms had narrowly missed having one or the other punch hit Jeffco, but on Dec. 20-21 and 2829, the odds finally caught up. In the first storm, 34.5 inches of snow fell upon Golden and 29.5 inches in the second, and the resulting snowcover made for one of the longest lasting snowcovers in Jeffco history, after 1913-14 and likely 1858-59. More extreme weather came on June 27, 2004, when torrential rain of 3.5 to 4 inches pummeled Jefferson County. At Massey Draw at Meadow Ranch subdivision at Deer Creek, 15 homes were damaged, and the Golden Arapahoe Gulch flooded, which almost completely submerged a home south of Sixth Street. This contrasted greatly with the beginning of the decade, where from June
During the 21st century, Colorado became a key political battleground state in the nation, with bellwether Jefferson County at the heart of it. In the 2004 election, both vice presidential candidates came here, when Vice President Dick Cheney held a rally with wife, Lynne, on Aug. 4 at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds and Democratic nominee John Edwards followed with his own rally there 22 days later. On Oct. 11, President George W. Bush and daughter Jenna held a big rally at Red Rocks, which crowd of 9,500 stood as Jeffco’s largest campaign rally until the Romney/Ryan rally in 2012 there took its place. Bush returned on Feb. 21, 2006, Bush returned to visit the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Then in the 2008 election both candidates electrifying the campaign came to Jeffco, starting when governor of Alaska and Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin held a rally with husband, Todd (and infant Trig very likely backstage), at Jeffco Fairgrounds on Sept. 15. In a historical twist she was from the town of Wasilla, situated on the Parks Highway in Alaska named for CSM graduate George Alexander Parks who served as her territorial predecessor. She was followed the next day by Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama, who held a rally at Lockridge Arena at Mines. Michelle Obama followed on election eve Nov. 3 at Dakota Ridge High School, actually outdrawing her husband who had chosen a smaller venue. Jefferson County had a different kind of political event take place when its first secession attempt since 1861 became its first successful one 140 years later on Nov. 15, 2001. Broomfield, incorporated 100 years after the earlier effort in 1961, had grown to straddle four counties and asked Colorado voters to create its own city and county, which they approved. It became Colorado’s 64th county and second city and county. By the end of the 2000s, the Regional Transportation District was building the West Corridor light rail line in the heart of Jeffco, designing new engineering landmarks that would’ve made its original engineer, Edward L. Berthoud, proud when first surveying its line in 1890. Left to be finished in the 2010s, it will soon become operational, and carry people in three centuries through Jeffco cities. It and more help begin the next chapter in the long history of one of Colorado’s oldest counties
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Holy Family’s Katie Chavez drives to the basket during the Class 3A state title game on Saturday. The Tigers beat St. Mary’s 53-48 in double-overtime at the Moby Arena in Fort Collins.
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Holy Family’s Megan Mcgillin (23) celebrates with teammate Claudia Pena (33) after the Tigers beat St. Mary’s 53-48 in double-overtime at the Moby Arena in Fort Collins.
Holy Family beats St. Mary’s to win 3A state title Tigers win thriller in double-overtime to get fifth state title in six years By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com FORT COLLINS - The Holy Family Lady Tigers have nine lives, at least in the Class 3A state title game they did. The resilient Tigers overcame two late deficits to beat St. Mary’s 53-48 in a doubleovertime thriller to win their fifth state title in six years. “We never stopped believing in each other,” said Holy Family freshman Katie Chavez, who had 14 points in the win. “Anything can happen if we put our minds to it, and we never gave up.” The Tigers were down by as many as 10 points in the fourth quarter, and fell behind by six in overtime. However, the squad rallied to get back on top of the 3A. Junior center Claudia Pena hit her first trey of the season with 22 seconds left in regulation to force overtime, and in the first overtime, seldom-used Jalyn Hall hit a pair of free throws with 11.7 seconds left in force a double-OT. “Our motto this year was ‘together we are better,’ and this was a good example,” Holy Family coach Ron Rossi said. “The kids just kept believing and believing, and we found a way.” The Tigers not only found a way they overcame a St. Mary’s squad that had their number earlier this year. The Pirates dealt Holy Family its first loss of the season, a 3835 defeat at the Tiger Tipoff tournament. But history wasn’t about to repeat itself on Saturday.
“Today’s theme was: ‘We are going to make the Pirates walk the plank,’ “ Rossi said. St. Mary’s made it tough on Holy Family in the second half, going on an 11-1 run and keeping the Tigers without a field goal for nearly six minutes. However, the Tigers turned up their intensity and chipped away at the Pirates’ lead. Monica Stokes hit a pair of free throws and Lindsey Chavez, who received the MVP honors, hit a pair of three-pointers to get the Tigers in striking distance. In overtime, the Chavez sisters were 9 of 10 from the charity stripe to help the Tigers get back to the pinnacle of 3A. The duo has now helped Holy Family win a state title in both cross-country and basketball. Holy Family lost to Florence in the Sweet 16 last season, which snapped its four-year reign as the 3A champions. “It’s an awesome feeling winning two state championships in one year,” Katie Chavez said. “I’m so glad I got to share this experience with my sister.” Lindsey Chavez led the scoring attack for the Tigers in the state title with 22 points, hitting five treys in the game. Pena also had seven for Holy Family. Maggie Hartman and Nicole Niles each had 12 points for St. Mary’s, while senior Gabi Florek added 10. Holy Family made it to the state title after beating Trinidad 44-28 in the Great 8 and then squeaking by Denver School of Science and Technology 39-38 in the Final Four round. Lindsey Chavez led the way in both games with 19 points against Trinidad and 10 against DSST. Graduating for the Tigers were Stoke, Holy Family’s Claudia Pena goes up for a basket during the Class 3A state title game on Saturday. The Tigers beat St. Kailey Silverstein and Michela Blanchard.
Mary’s 53-48 in double-overtime at the Moby Arena in Fort Collins. Photos by Jonathan Maness
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Tigers fall short of state bid Holy Family drops both games in 3A state tourney By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com FORT COLLINS -- The Holy Family boys basketball team’s stellar season came to a disappointing end last weekend at the Class 3A state boys basketball tournament, with the Tigers dropping both of their games. The No. 3 seeded Tigers were first upset by No. 22 Eaton 66-37 in the Great 8 and then Holy Family was stunned in a heartbreaking 61-59 overtime loss to Colorado Academy in the consolation round. That was not how it was suppose to end for the Tigers (20-6), who were one of the most impressive teams in the state going into the state tourney. They cruised by their opponents in the regional tournaments, and were facing Eaton Reds, who they defeated 53-47 earlier in the season. But on March 14, it was the Reds that looked like a higher seed. They locked up Holy Family from the start Reds took control early with a 13-0 run to start the second
quarter, during which the Tigers did not score for five minutes. Sommers led the way for the Tigers with 12 points and sophomore Luke Golter scored eight. Holy Family was out to prove its regularseason success wasn’t a fluke, but the Tigers couldn’t withstand a furious rally by Colorado Academy which overcame a six-point deficit in overtime to steal the win. Mustangs’ Justin Bassey scored a lay-up with 1.6 seconds left to steal the win from the Tigers. Of Holy Family’s six losses this season, three were by five or fewer points -- including two losses to Kent Denver. Junior Devlin Granberg had 17 points for Holy Family, including six consecutive points in overtime. Sommers added 11 and senior Chuck Hollwedel added six. Despite the early exit, the Tigers will have a battle-tested squad back next year. Hollwedel, Jarron Sprenger and Arek Atencio will all graduate for Holy Family, but Holy Family will return three of its top four leading scorers -- including Sommers, who averaged a team-high 12.8 points. Ryan Willis (9.2) and Granberg (8.7), both juniors, will also return.
Holy Family’s David Sommers pulls up for a jump shot during the Tigers’ 48-21 win over Manitou Springs on Saturday in the Class 3A boys regional tournament. Photo by Jonathan Maness
Gators stay hot on soccer field Belleview Christian Standley Lake scores two goals in second half to top Mountain Range By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com ARVADA - Hunger and humility. Those are the two words the Standley Lake girls soccer team are playing with this season, and so far the Gators have taken those words to heart. Through three games, Standley Lake has outscored its opponents 13-1 — including topping Mountain Range 2-0 on Monday night at the NAAC. “If we continue to play with hunger and humility we are going to be successful ,” Gators’ coach Jeff Vigil said. “When we aren’t, and we are too satisfied we are going to struggle.” Standley Lake has been on top of its game, going 2-0-1 overall through the early stage of the season. The Gators’ lone blemish came in a 1-1 tie to Rampart on the road. But in the Gators’ two wins, they have used their defense to cruise by their opponents. Keeping Mountain Range scoreless Monday, and cruising to a 10-0 win over Northglenn in the season opener. “We are doing a good job,” Vigil said. “Just trying to defend all over the place and put pressure on the ball and make it tough for them on bringing the ball up the field.” That defense was big against Mountain Range, especially with the Gators’ offense struggling in the first half and both squads being score-
‘When we buy in and play with a lot heart and for each other good things can happen.’ Standley Lake coach Jeff Vigil
falls short of title Bruins season ends at the hands of Norwood By Jonathan Maness
less at halftime. But in the second half, Andra Thaden put Standley Lake on the board after scoring on a penalty kick. Nearly five minutes later, Taylor McRae found the back of the net to seal the victory for the Gators. McRae and Thaden are two of seven players that have scored for Standley Lake this season, with junior Emily Ashmore leading the squad with three goals and three assists. Ashmore also led the Gators in goals last year. “When we buy in and play with a lot heart and for each other good things can happen,” Vigil said. “I keep telling (the girls), they have a lot of good things going for them.” For Mountain Range (1-2-1) the early schedule has been a learning lesson for the young Mustangs’ squad, which includes nine underclassmen that are starting. Mountain Range topped Northglenn 2-0 in the season opener, but have hadn’t much luck since then. The Mustangs were shutout by Broomfield, but battled to a 1-1 tie to rival Poudre on Mar. 14. “It’s a brand new team. We are just trying to get experience, and build chemistry,” Mountain Range
coach Tyler Elbin said. “We have a lot of underclassmen on varsity, they are a talented group but haven’t played a lot together.” In the Mustangs’ season opener, freshman Sophia Garcia and sophomore Alexa Swenson found the back of the net. Freshman Aimee Thorstensen has scored the other goal for Mountain Range in a 1-1 tie to Poudre. Elbin does have senior Vanessa Gallegos, who scored eight goals, to lean on. However, the Mustangs lost junior Josie Matlik on Monday with what Elbin believes could be a season-ending injury. “She was a pretty good player, you hate to see injuries,” Elbin said. The Mustangs had a non-conference game against Pomona canceled and they won’t have long to soak in their non-conference loss. Mountain Range opened the Front Range League against Greeley West on Wednesday and then host Legacy after Spring Break on April 4. “The league is going to be tough,” Elbin said. “Fort Collins and Boulder teams are always tough. It is competitive all the way through, but I think as the season progresses we are going to get better and better.”
jmaness@ourcoloradonews. com BROOMFIELD - The Belleview Christian Bruins were a force on the basketball court for much of the season, but they met their match in the Class 1A girls’ state basketball tournament. The Bruins fell to state champion Wiley, 36-22 on March 14 and then lost to Norwood 25-21 on March 15 at the FirstBank Center in Broomfield. Belleview Christian (20-5 overall) struggled offensively in the state tournament, scoring a combined 43 points in the state tourney and shooting a dismal 18 percent against Wiley and 20 percent against Norwood. Wiley won the state title after topping Kim, 41-40 in the title match. Norwood beat Caliche 47-34 in the third-place match. The Bruins finished the season averaging 47 points a game, which was the eighth most in 1A. They also were
second in rebounding, with 37.6 a game and led 1A in blocks with 7.5. Belleview Christian finished second in the 5280 League with a 6-1 record, its lone loss in conference came in a 43-37 loss to Jim Elliot Christian. Against Wiley, Rhonda Hohn led the way with nine points. While Sydney Ahaneku had seven points, 14 rebounds, five blocks and four steals. In the loss to Norwood, MacKenzie Woods led the way with 11 points and seven boards. The Bruins were limited to only seven points in the first half against the Panthers and were limited to only eight points in the second half against Norwood. Belleview Christian will lose seniors Kayla Iwahashi and Kelsie Birch, but will return a talented group for next year’s squad - including Ahaneku and Woods, who are the squad’s top two scorers. Ahaneku averaged a team-high 12 points, while Woods averaged 10.2. Ahaneku also led the squad with 12.3 rebounds and 5.4 blocks, she also had 14 double-doubles and two tripledoubles this season.
Sports quiz By Chris Richcreek
4) Name the first 10th seed vs. 15th seed men’s basket-
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ball matchup in NCAA Tournament history.
1) Alex Rodriguez, Reggie Jackson and Darrell Evans.
5) Who was the first draft pick in the history of the
2) Brooklyn’s Babe Herman, in 1931.
NHL’s Tampa Bay Lightning?
3) John Henry Johnson rushed for 1,141 yards in 1962.
6) Name the youngest driver to win a NASCAR Cup
4) In 1991, Richmond faced Temple.
in 2012. Who was the last player to do it twice in a
season championship.
5) Defenseman Roman Hamrlik, in 1992.
season?
7) In 2013, Bob and Mike Bryan became the most suc-
3) Who was the first Pittsburgh Steeler to rush for 1,000
cessful tennis team in Grand Slam history, winning a
yards in a season?
13th doubles title. Who were they tied with?
1) In 2012, Jim Thome became the fourth player in major-league history to have hit 100 homers with three different teams. Who else did it? 2) Arizona’s Aaron Hill hit for the cycle twice in a season
6) Bill Rexford was 23 when he won the title in 1950. 7) Australians John Newcombe and Tony Roche. (c) 2013 King Features Synd. Inc.
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COMING SOON/MARCH 29 BOWLING FUNDRAISER Join the American Lung Association from 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 29, for an evening of bowling, food and drink while helping send kids to Champ Camp. Profits from Bowling for Better Breathing will fund full and partial scholarships for youth to attend Champ Camp, Colorado’s longestrunning summer camp for children with asthma. These scholarships create an opportunity for young people, regardless of family income, to learn how to manage their asthma. There will be a silent auction, beer and food. This event will be held at Bowlero Lanes in Lakewood. To register, visit the events page at www. lungcolorado.org or call Durban Swartz at 303-847-0270. COMING SOON/MARCH 30 BUNNY EXPRESS Hop on the Bunny
Express train from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at the Colorado Railroad day in Museum. The train features the 1880s vintage passenger coach and experience what it was like to travel 100 years ago. The Easter Bunny and Spike the Railyard hound will hand out saltwater taffy from Enstrom Candies. The train departs every 30 minutes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Purchase tickets online at ColoradoRailroadMuseum.org.
CONCERT SWEDEN’S Crucified Barbara will perform Saturday, March 30 at Jammin Joe’s, 9262 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Crucified Barbara is touring in support of its third album, “The Midnight Chase,” which released in 2012 on Nuclear Blast Records. The new music video for “Rock Me Like The Devil,” taken from The Midnight Chase, can be streamed. COMING SOON/APRIL 1, MAY 14, JUNE 4 LECTURE SERIES Unique Lives & Experiences welcomes lecturers, artists and celebrities who will share perspectives from their lives. The series is at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver. On Monday, March 11, the series welcomes Vicente and Marta Fox, Mexico’s former president and first lady. The series also includes Jane Goodall, primatologist and conservationist, on Monday, April 1; Sissy Spacek on Tuesday, May 14; and Dionne Warwich on Tuesday, June 4. The lectures begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available by calling 1-866-449-8118. Visit www. uniquelives.com. COMING SOON/APRIL 2 HIKING COURSE Wilderness Trekking School is a fun, comprehensive course on hiking in the Colorado mountains; on- and off-trail, map and compass, nutrition, gear, weather, handling an emergency, traveling on snow, and more. At the American Mountaineering Center in Golden, Colorado Mountain Club presents five Tuesday evening lectures plus four field sessions and a graduation hike (on your choice of Thursday, Saturday or Sunday) to teach you how to travel safely and confidently in the backcountry. Learn and practice new skills, meet new friends. Visit http://cmc.org or call 303-279-3080 to join the CMC today. More information available at http://www.hikingdenver. net/schools/wts. COMING SOON/APRIL 3 TO MAY 22, ON WEDNESDAYS WILDLIFE ART Discover wild animals
from Australia, South America and Africa, from giant lizards and poisonous frogs to deadly snakes. Use a variety of fun art techniques to examine these fascinating inhabitants of our planet. The eight-week
session for ages 6-12 meets from 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays from April 3 to May 22 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Bring a healthy snack each week. Register by March 29 at www. arvada.org/nature. Instructor is David Sullivan.
COMING SOON/APRIL 4 ATTRACTING BUTTERFLIES Are you
iffy about insects but bursting about butterflies? Would you like to learn how to attract butterflies to your garden at home this spring and summer? Join Majestic View Nature Center from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 4, and go home with the know-how and some materials to get you started on your garden. The center is at 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. For ages 10 and older. Sign up early; visit www.arvada. org/nature.
COMING SOON/APRIL 4-5 MUSICAL AUDITIONS The Arvada
Center will have auditions for the musical “Curtains” from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 4-5 at 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Chorus dance call is in Denver on April 8, and New York City auditions are April 15-17. Call the Arvada Center Box Office at 720-898-7200 to schedule an appointment time. Actors must be 18 years & older to audition.
RECURRING EVENTS ARVADA RUNNING Club is offering
$1,200 in college track or cross-country scholarships to one or two graduating high school girls for the 2013-14 school year. Eligible students must live in Arvada and/or attend an Arvada-area high school and plan to participate in a formal track or cross-country program during their freshman year in college. This is the third year in a row the club has offered scholarship funds. Applications are available on Arvada high school Naviance websites. For more information, contact arvadarunningclub@gmail.com or ltkrapes@msn. com.
RECURRING/MONTHLY SKATING PARTY Lace’EmUpSkating plans free skating parties 4-5 p.m. Sundays, March 24, May 5 and June 9 at Foothills Ice Arena , 2250 S. Kipling St. in Lakewood. Registration required at www. LaceEmUpSkating.com. RECURRING/THROUGH MARCH 27 PRESCHOOL FUN Jody Weiland teaches about a different kind of animal from 10-10:45 a.m. Wednesdays from March 6-27 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. This four-week session includes fox, ants, raccoons and coyotes. Enjoy a glimpse into their wonderful worlds, using books, stories, crafts, and games. Program for ages 3-6 years. Sign up early; call 720-898-7405 or visit www.arvada.org/nature to register and for information on costs.
ART SHOW Spirits in the Wind Gallery presents its Spring has Sprung show from March 20-31 at 1211 Washington Ave., Golden. Among the artists featured are Jourdan Dern, presenting hummingbirds on 24 karat gold overlay on oil and kachinas in oil; Patty Eckman, presenting paper cast bird sculptures enclosed; Denise Meyers, presenting cigar box hand carved and painted handbags; and many more. Visit www.spiritsinthewindgallery.com or call 303-279-1192. RECURRING/THROUGH APRIL 7
REGIONAL PREMIERE Miners Alley Playhouse presents the regional premiere of “The Pitmen Painters.”What happens when a bunch of British miners wander into a painting class? Find out at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 6 p.m. Sundays from March 1 to April 7, with a 2 p.m. show on April 7. Tickets available at www. minersalley.com or by calling 303-9353044. Miners Alley Playhouse is at 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. RECURRING/THROUGH APRIL 11; JUNE 15 GARDEN TOUR The Wheat Ridge Garden Tour Committee is looking for gardens in Wheat Ridge to be included in its third annual Wheat Ridge Garden Tour on Saturday, June 15. We are looking for gardens of all shapes and sizes, from small-scale urban gardens to larger country gardens. If you are interested in having your garden be considered as a part of this exciting new event (or can recommend a garden), email Milly at millynadler@gmail.com or call her at 303-319-0690.
LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 5 BENEFIT PARTY Jeffco Outdoors Foundation hosts “Party for Parks” to celebrate the anniversaries and accomplishments of Jefferson County Open Space, Denver Mountain Parks and Great Outdoors Colorado. Party for Parks is from 6-10 p.m. Friday, April 5, at Red Rocks Amphitheatre Visitor Center. The event will include food, drinks, entertainment and both live and silent auctions. Tickets are available at www.jeffcooutdoors.org or by calling 303-271-5934.
RECURRING/THROUGH APRIL 27 AUCTION ITEMS Designer’s Loft Hair Design Inc. in Wheat Ridge welcomes donations for its upcoming fundraiser/ silent auction to benefit the programs and services of Family Tree. The event is at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at Designer’s Loft Hair Design, 7110 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge. QUILT EXHIBIT Rocky Mountain Quilt
Museum presents “Surface Explorations by Cynthia St. Charles” and “New Acquisitions from the Anne Olsen Collection” through April 27 at 1213 Washington Ave., Golden. Call 303-277-0377.
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FAMILY CONCERTS The Music Train
and Swallow Hill Music presents the family concert series, at 4 p.m. the second Sunday of each month through May at
CAR SHOW Sae and Racing Club presents the 20th annual E-Days Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 6, at the Colorado School of Mines, Golden. Registration comes with a T-shirt. Register via email to Jake Krapes at jkrapes@ mines.edu or call 513-477-1631. Trophies and door prizes will be awarded.
LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 6 TO JUNE 30 DEGAS EXHIBIT Foothills Art Center presents “Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist” from April 6 to June 30. The exhibit presents a selection of drawings, prints and photographs by the French artist, Edgar Degas (1834-1917). Exploring beyond Degas’ familiar ballerinas, the exhibit offers a look into his art and life. The Foothills Art Center is at 809 Fifteenth St., Golden. Call 303-279-3922 or visit www.FoothillsArtCenter.org. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 7 TO MAY 5; MAY 19 NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY Professional photographer Rod Pilcher will lead this
basic photography course (for ages 10 and up) with a twist from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, April 7, to Sunday, May 5, at and around Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Learn camera parts, how your camera works, proper exposure, color, composition and lighting. A film or digital camera is required; S.L.R. (Single Lens Relex) is preferred. Registration is required by March 27; visit www.arvada. org/nature. This class also fulfills the requirements for Boy Scout Photography Merit Badge. An optional trip to The Denver Zoon on May 19 is not included in class fee.
LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 9 WOMEN’S LUNCHEON Denver West Women’s Connection will have a luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, at Concordia Lutheran Church, 13371 W. Alameda Parkway, Lakewood. Call 303-985-2458 for reservations and information on price. Looking Ahead continues on Page 28
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OTHER UPCOMING Legion events:
QUILT ENTRIES Firehouse Quilts is looking for quilt entries for its eighth annual quilt show to support its mission of helping children in crisis. The special theme this year is Patriotic, plus there are 13 other categories you can enter. The show will be July 19-20 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock. Final entries are due by June 21, but entries received by May 17 receive an early bird rate. All forms and instructions are available at www. firehousequilts.org; click on “Quilt Show” at the top.
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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Fairmount Elementary PTA is offering the Campbell-Deane scholarship for $500. This scholarship is available to any high school senior who was enrolled at Fairmount Elementary School for three years or more, has a satisfactory grade standing, has a good citizenship record, and has community service experiences. Applications are available at FairmountPTA.org or in the main office at Fairmount Elementary, 15975 W. 50th Ave., Golden, and must be received by April 13.
ART SHOW The Center for the Arts Evergreen announces the 10th annual High School Art Show, on display March 15-28 at 32003B Ellingwood Trail, Evergreen. The show features artwork from students at Evergreen, Conifer, Clear Creek and Platte Canyon high schools. An opening reception is from 5-8 p.m. Friday, March 15. Visit www.evergreenarts.org or call 303-674-0056.
summer baseball team is looking for host families to have a player stay with them from May 20 to July 28. Contact the Colts by March 30 if you are able to host. For information, email info@arvadacolts.com. Visit www.arvadacolts.com.
SPRING EXHIBIT Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art presents its spring exhibit “The Museum of Broken Relationships,” through May 26. Visit bmoca.org, email brokenships@bmoca.org or call 303-443-2122 for information. Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art is at 1750 13th St., Boulder.
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OPEN HOUSE American Legion Post 161 will have a birthday party and open house at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 9, at 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. Come celebrate with us, the honored past members of our armed forces, and see how the American Legion Post in Arvada is here for our Veterans.
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Swallow Hill Music Association, 71 E. Yale Ave., Denver; and at 4 p.m. the third Saturday of each month through May at the D-Note, 7519 Grandview Ave., Arvada. For information and tickets, visit http:// ridethemusictrain.com.
POST MEETINGS: 7 p.m. Thursday, April 11, May 9. Open to all veterans. ROUNDTABLE BREAKFAST: 7 a.m., Friday, April 5, May 3. This breakfast provides an opportunity for representatives of city, county, state and federal government to coordinate and communicate current issues with other levels and their constituents. Open to the public. Charge at the door for breakfast. MEMORIAL DAY ceremony and parade: Ceremony is at 10 a.m. May 27, at the west end of the Arvada Cemetery. Parade is at 11 a.m. from 60th Avenue and Lamar Street to 53rd and Marshall Street. Both events are presented by the Arvada VFW and American Legion. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 5, APRIL 6, APRIL 11 KITE MAKING Assemble, decorate and
take home your own sled kite at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Multiple times are available for this class: 4-5 p.m. Friday, April 5; 8:309:30 a.m., 10-11 a.m., 11:30-12:30 p.m., 1-2 p.m., 2:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6; and 4-5 p.m. Thursday, April 11. Make sure to come out and fly your new kite at the free Arvada Kite Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at Robby Ferrufino Park. Watch the pros fly their kites at this Arvada Festivals Commission event. All materials are included in the fee. Call 720898-7405 to register; classes fill up fast. Class open to ages 4-10 years.
LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 5-20 THEATER SHOW The Player’s Guild
at the Festival Playhouse presents “On Golden Pond” from April 5-20 at The Festival Playhouse, 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Call 303-422-4090 or visit www.festivalplayhouse.com for tickets. Appropriate for all ages.
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Legal Public Notice CITY OF WESTMINSTER NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR'S SETTLEMENT
Government Legals CITY OF WESTMINSTER NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the liquor laws of the State of Colorado and the ordinances of the City of Westminster, an application for a hotel/restaurant liquor license to sell malt, vinous, and spirituous liquors by the drink for on-premise consumption was filed with the Westminster Special Permit and License Board on February 25, 2013. The applicant is A&F, LLC, doing business as Ana’s Mexican Grill at 2821 West 120th Avenue Suite E-100. A&F, LLC’s Sole Member is: Ana M. Ramirez Ferrel, 100% owner 13472 Tamarac Place, Thornton, CO NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Special Permit & License Board will conduct a hearing on said application on Wednesday, April 3, 2013, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Avenue, Westminster, CO 80031, when and where all parties in interest will be heard. The neighborhood of interest has been established as 124th Avenue extended to the north; 116th Avenue extended to the south; Zuni Street extended to the east; and Lowell Boulevard extended to the west. The City will have petitions circulated within this neighborhood. For additional information contact City Clerk's Office 303-658-2162. SPECIAL PERMIT AND LICENSE BOARD CITY OF WESTMINSTER Carla Koeltzow, Deputy City Clerk Published in the Westsider March 22, 2013 00036413
Pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., notice is hereby given that on the 4th day of April, 2013, at Westminster, Colorado, final settlement will be made by the City with Aslan Construction, Inc., hereinafter called the "Contractor," for and on account of the contract for the construction of a Project described as Silo Pump Station Header Replacement Design Build Project. 1. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor or his subcontractor, or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, whose claim therefor has not been paid by the Contractor or the subcontractor for the work contracted to be done, may file with the City a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim. 2. All such claims shall be filed with the City Attorney's Office, City of Westminster, 4800 W. 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Colorado, 80031 by March 28, 2013. 3. Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve the City from any and all liability for such claim. Dated at Westminster, Colorado this 14th day of March, 2013. CITY OF WESTMINSTER /s/ Martin R. McCullough City Attorney Published in the Westsider First publication: March 15, 2013 Last publication: March 22, 2013 00035785
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UPCOMING CONCERTS Future performances in the Tuesdays at Trinity series continues April 9 with Miriam Kapner and Friends featuring chamber music paying tribute to the oboe; and May 14 with Nicolo Spera offering an evening of classical guitar. Concerts are at 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 7755 Vance Drive, Arvada. Tickets are available at the door, by online reservation at www. tpcarvada.org, or by calling 303-422-3656, ext. 25. Parking is free. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 13 BIRD WALK Are you ready to see some amazing birds that may visit your back yard? April is a spectacular time of year to see a variety of birds, and you can see them at the beginning bird walk from 8-10 a.m. Saturday, April 13, at Majestic View Park, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. After an introduction, stroll around Oberon Lake to view resident and migratory birds. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. Spotting scope will be provided. Sign up early. Open to ages 10 and older; no cost. Visit www.arvada.org/nature. SPRING RECITAL The Jefferson Symphony
Orchestra presents the third concert in its 2012-13 recital series at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at First United Methodist Church, Golden. Tickets are available at the door. Visit www.jeffsymphony.org,
LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 14, APRIL 21, APRIL 28 AUDITIONS THE DJC Youth All-Stars is looking for ninth-, 10th- and 11th-grade clarinet, tenor sax, trumpet, trombone, tuba, string bass and drum set players. Auditions are from 6:30-9 p.m. Sunday, April 14; from 11:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Sunday, April 21; and from 6:30-9 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at Flesher-Hinton Music Store, 3936 Tennyson St., Denver. Audition music and recording are posted at www.bandresourcesunlimited.com. Intermediate to advanced jazz experience necessary; weekly rehearsals are on Sundays. For information and audition scheduling, contact ecan11@msn.com or 303-328-7277. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 16 COMMUNITY EDUCATION Hospice of Saint
John hosts a free program to help educate the public about the importance of having “advance care planning,” to help loved ones avoid confusion, contention and disputes (both legal and emotional) during end-of-life. The Community Education Day is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, at the Hospice of Saint John, 1320 Everett Court, Lakewood, and at 8 Inverness Drive East, Suite 110, Englewood.
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planned from 7-8:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 16, at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W. 6th Ave., Golden. The Good News Breakfast celebrates people and organizations making positive contributions to the community. RSVP by April 1. Go to www. goodnewsjeffco.org.
LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 18 TRAVEL SERIES See digital slides of water
buffalo, elephants, giraffes, lions, leopards, rare birds, and more at the African Safari travel series, from 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Join presenter Bob Barber, a professional outdoor photographer and Arvada Park Advisory Committee member, for an armchair tour of the southern Africa’s unique animal life. Register by April 15. Open to ages 10 and older. Visit www.arvada.org/ nature.
SOCIAL SECURITY Do you have questions about Social Security? Attend “Untangling Social Security” from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at APEX Park and Recreation District, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Speaker is Jo-Ann Holst. Space is limited; RSVP at 720-287-5880 or www.FUELFinancial.net. STRING QUARTET Lakewood Cultural Center presents the Ensō String Quartet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18. Tickets on sale at www.Lakewood. org/Tickets, 303-987-7845 or at the box office, 470 S. Allison Parkway.
LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 20 EARTH DAY Olympics Flex your muscles and mind during our Earth Day Olympics, from 1-2 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Join the fun competing in a series of Earth Day related games and events. Open to ages 5-12; must register. Visit www. arvada.org/nature. SPRING TEA “Bunads in Spring Te,” the annual spring tea with a special Norwegian flair, will be hosted by the Trollheim Dameklubben (ladies’ group) from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Trollheim Lodge is at 6610 W. 14th Ave., Lakewood. The enjoyable setting and unique delicacies make this a very popular event. RSVP by April 14. Call 303-989-4496.
POTTERY SALE Friendship Bridge will have a springtime pottery sale from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at the Vista Clubhouse, 24425 Currant Drive in Genesee. Friendship Bridge provides microcredit and education to Guatemalan women so they can create their own solutions to poverty for themselves, their families and their communities. Join us for a glass of wine and the sale of beautiful pottery all handcrafted in the USA. Crystalline, decorative and functional pottery will be offered in a variety of prices with 50 percent of profits donated to Friendship Bridge. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 26-27 WEST LINE opening Celebrate the metro area’s newest transportation milestone with the grand opening of RTD’s West Rail Line. A grand opening ceremony is planned from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, April 26, at the Jefferson County Government Center, Golden Station. Enjoy free light rail rides on the W line following the ceremony. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27, enjoy free rides on the West Rail Line. For information, email WestLineGrandOpening@rtd-denver.com.
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BASEBALL TOURNAMENT King Lyles Baseball Tournament, in memory of Lakewood High School students Troy Lyles and Carrie King, who died in a single-car accident in August 2002, will be April 19-21. The tournament is a pool play single elimination. Games are played at Lakewood Park, Ray Ross Addenbrook, Morse, Mountaire and Coca-Cola All Star Park. Awards are given for first place in each age/division. All proceeds benefit the scholarship fund. For information about the tournament, contact Bill Farr at Bill.Farr@usssa.com or call 303-919-3945. To read more about Troy and Carrie, visit www.ljba.org/tournaments.
LENA HORNE tribute Lakewood Cultural Center presents Nnenna Freelon’s tribute to Lena Horne “Lena: A Lovesome Thing,” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at 470 S. Allison Parkway. Tickets are available at the cultural center box office, online at www.Lakewood.org/Tickets, or by calling 303987-7845.
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