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Sigg hearing ongoing By Ashley Reimers

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Westminster High School students rehearse a song for their musical, “In the Heights.” The show runs March 14-16 at Westminster High School. Photo by Ashley Reimers

Students take a step into NYC By Ashley Reimers

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or the first time, the Broadway musical “In the Heights” will debut on a high school stage. And luckily for the Westminster community, it’s happening in their backyard. The Westminster High School CenterStage Theatre Company is presenting the production of “In the Heights” March 1416. “In the Heights” takes place over the course of three days in the New York City neighborhood of Washington Heights. It focuses on a community of people struggling to live the American Dream, while dealing with the heat of New York City, debt, gentrification, poverty and loss that threatens their dreams. But amidst these struggles, the characters survive the tough times with the help of family, music, home, dreams and dancing.

Theater director Andre Rodriguez is new to Westminster High School this year. He said he chose the musical because it’s the only musical that he knows of that represents the Latino culture in a positive light, with Latino people doing positive things. He said he’s never seen more energy and excitement from a cast in his career. “This is the best cast I have ever worked with in my life,” Rodriguez said. “Not only are the students talented, they are really kind and hardworking and just genuinely hungry to be good.” Erin Ramsey is the set director for “In the Heights.” She said it was a struggle at first to design the set because she had seen the musical a few times. She focused on creating a design that would display what the Washington Heights neighborhood truly looks like. “The design was mine, but the students have built and painted most everything themselves, with some assistance,” she said. “We try to do, keep it as educational

theater. They learn a lot about how hard it is to put up something that looks simple.” Sophomore Faith Angel is playing the role of Nina Rosario. When talking about the musical, her face lights up with excitement. She said this is the best production she’s been a part of, especially because playing Nina Rosario is her dream role. She said hopes people come out to experience the positive journey the characters take in “In the Heights.” “It a huge honor to follow up with a performance of Nina Rosario, because she is one of my highest inspirations, “Angel said. “This is a feel-good musical. At the beginning everyone is struggling to find their home and by the end, everyone feel is very much at home.” “In the Heights” is running March 14-16 at Westminster High School, 6933 Raleigh St. The show begins at 7 p.m. and tickets are $8 for general admission and $10 for reserved seats. To order tickets, call 720542-5415.

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 more time to investigate possible defenses. Originally, the defense team asked for an addi- Sigg tional 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 first-degree 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.

Public input sought on changes for Adams County fair Organizers say new demographics spurring adjustments to event By Darin Moriki

dmoriki@ourcoloradonews.com Adams County officials say next year’s county fair could be facing some of its first changes in nearly a decade to ensure the longtime tradition remains viable and successful among residents, vendors and 4-H participants.

Adams County Co-Fair Manager Melanie Snodell said the proposed changes, which would rearrange and consolidate some of the 4-H fair exhibits at the Adams County Regional Park grounds, stems from fairgoers’ comments over the past few years that say there is a lack of animals at the annual fair. “A lot of why that may be is because we are under utilizing some of our spaces but also overusing them as well in some areas,” Snodell said. At issue, Snodell said, is a shift in the types of animals exhibited at the fair — a factor that has also led to a shift in at-

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tendance numbers to some animal programs. The fair’s large animal program, which includes horses, cattle and pigs, went through several years of declining attendance, while attendance increased at small animal shows. Snodell said the attendance numbers for the fair’s large animal program have leveled off and rebounded over the last two years but has not returned to levels seen about a decade ago. “It takes a lot of room to raise a large animal, so at the end of the day, becomes a very expensive task,” Snodell said. “We’re seeing this growth in our small animal program and that has led to some serious space issues where we house those animals.” To address these issues, Snodell said fair organizers are hosting a series of five public meetings to consider a total of five proposed changes. One of the most significant changes would be reconfiguring one of the barns used during the fair by taking out the horse stalls and installing pipe stalls to move one of the animal shows from the

indoor arena into the barn. The remaining four operational changes includes moving the small animals once housed in the Al Lesser building into the indoor arena; moving the 4-H exhibits from the exhibit hall to the Al Lesser Building; and moving some of the animal shows and sales into the indoor arena from the livestock tent. As a part of these changes, Snodell said the horse shows that are typically held on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday during the fair would be scaled back to two days on Sunday and Monday. No money has been allocated to fund the proposed changes, but Snodell said any approved changes would be subject to a budget approval process. She said the implementation of these changes would also dovetail the fair’s 110th anniversary in 2014. The remaining public meetings to discuss these changes will be held at 6 p.m. April 3, May 1, Oct. 2 and Nov. 6 at the Adams County Regional Park Complex Administrative Offices, 9755 Henderson Road in Brighton.

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Young people get inside look Here’s an understatement for ya: I was a bad kid in school. Seriously. I was such a fixture in the principal’s office that the staff just assumed I came with the furniture. And the closest I ever came to the honor roll was when I stood next to a smart kid in the restroom. Doing productive stuff outside of class wasn’t exactly my thing. But as I got older I developed a great appreciation and respect for kids doing positive — and very cool — things that I didn’t have the stomach for back in the day. That’s exactly what members of Youth Leadership of Jefferson County are up to. The Lakewood-based organization allows youths the ability to interact with community leaders and institutions, in an effort to explore educational and career opportunities. YLJC participants visited the Capitol on March 6, and were recognized on the floor of the House of Representatives by Jefferson County lawmakers. “I just think this is a great way to plant the seeds for people to become our future community leaders,” said Rep. Brittany Pettersen, D-Lakewood. If you wonder whether the students felt intimidated by the legislative process, don’t. In fact, it was the opposite. Marcus Vesely, a student at D’Evelyn High School, said he was surprised at how loose the environment was on the House floor, with chatty lawmakers carrying on while legislative business was being attended to. “I’m not sure what to make of the whole lawmaking thing just yet,” he said. “It was a lot more informal that I thought it would be.”

Rep. Max Tyler, D-Golden, said there’s actually a method to lawmakers’ madness. “A lot of what you see when people are talking like that is how a lot of our work is done,” he said. And Pettersen said the banter and interaction that goes on in the Capitol is “not much different than high school.” Yeah, but with a lot more bullying going on, I’d imagine.

Something in the blare

I can still hear the horns honking. It’s been more than a week since testimony took place inside the Capitol on several gun-control bills. Yet, the horns are still maddeningly going off in my head like I’m a character in an Edgar Allan Poe story. In case you missed it, vehicles made circles around the Capitol on March while testimony was taking place under the gold dome, with drivers who opposed the gun bills blaring horns for hours on end. Poor Holly Brooks. She’s the owner of Denver’s Capitol Hill Books, located on the corner of Colfax Avenue and Grant Street, across the street from the Capitol. “It was unbearable,” Brooks said. “The cacophony ...” Brooks said the noise was non-stop,

starting from about 9 a.m., and was “just as fierce” as she was leaving the shop at 6:30 that night. “It completely ruined business,” she said. “We had a tourist come by and say, `Is it always like this?’ We almost closed early.” Colleen Priebe, the manager of Hotel Newhouse, 1470 Grant St., didn’t mind the noise as much as Brooks did. “I just look at it this way,” she said. “It’s democracy in action, regardless of who you agree with. Besides, we’ve been testing the fire alarm system, so there was more noise in here than was out there.” Kevin Park works at Five Star Cleaners at 1364 Grant St. The Korean-born Park spoke through broken English as he tried to put into words his dismay over the noise. “I’m not sure what they want to do,” he said. “If people don’t like the law, they should do it in the building. But to honk in front of the store ... I could not open the door.” Could’ve been worse, I suppose. They could’ve been firing guns.

Quote of the week

“Bring it on, I guess.” — Rep. Carole Murray, R-Castle Rock, when asked about whether her recent vote in favor of moving a civil unions bill out of committee could lead to a primary challenge next year. Murray made headlines on March 1 when she became only the second Republican legislator to vote in favor of civil unions. Sen. Ellen Roberts of Durango was the other. Murray, a member of the House Judiciary Committee, gave an emotional, and often tear-filled, speech after a hearing on

the bill. “It’s not for me to judge others, but to leave that up to God,” she said. “While on Earth, Jesus asked us to love one another. In this spirit, I’ll be a yes vote on this bill.” Murray’s House district is a conservative one, to say the least. And it’s too soon to tell whether her vote will lead to another Republican running against Murray — who has a very conservative voting record. But, as a reporter with no dog in this fight, her emotional statement, which came late in the evening, at the end of a very long hearing, was worth waiting for.

Tweet of the week

“He did last year, and I’m still here.” — Sen. Jessie Ulibarri, D-Commerce City. Ulibarri’s tweet was in response to a threat of political retribution made by Rocky Mountain Gun Owners Executive Director Dudley Brown on March 4. Brown was testifying on a gun bill before the Senate Judiciary Committee, which Ulibarri sits on, when he was asked by the Commerce City Democrat whether his group had contributed to any members of the committee. Brown responded by saying, “Yes, senator. And we’re gonna give money to your opponents, too.” It’s not every day that you hear someone threaten a lawmaker in front of his face — especially in the middle of a public hearing. Depending on your view of politics, it either was political theater at its best — or at its worst. Vic Vela covers the Legislature for Colorado Community Media. He can be reached at vvela@ourcoloradonews.com. Follow Vic’s legislative stories and updates on Twitter: @ VicVela1.

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The annual IB Art Show at Westminster High School is on display until March 19 on the second floor of the high school, 6933 Raleigh St. The show features work from 38 students and covers many techniques and styles.The annual IB Art Show at Westminster High School is on display until March 19 on the second floor of the high school. The show features work from 38 students and covers many techniques and styles. Photo by Ashley Reimers

Opinion: Columnist Vi June says a blizzard by any other name is just a blizzard. Page 6

News: City Inn Motel is expanding. Page 4

Life: “The Pitmen Painters” to show at Miners Alley Playhouse. Page 17

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Battles beyond the war zone U.S. Army E-4 Specialist Cody Jones while serving with his combat unit in Afghanistan. Courtesy photo

Veterans returning home deal with mental trauma By Sara Van Cleve

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eturning home from deployment is a time of great joy for families, but once the elation fades, other emotions often kick in for service men and women. “One of the hardest things is you remember the day you stepped off the plane and your whole family was there or whoever was there to greet you when you first came back, and you remember how happy you were, and that’s part of what makes you flip back into depression,” said Army Spec. Matt Spradley, who was deployed to Afghanistan in 2010-11. “You go ‘Well, holy crap. Is that the happiest I’m ever going to be? Will I ever feel as happy as I was that day?’ and it makes it really hard to deal with anything really,” he said. The range of emotions for returning soldiers — from happiness to sadness, from guilt and fear to anger and frustration — is just one issue facing America’s service people. “You look at things differently — every-

thing,” said Army Spec. Cody Jones, a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 200809. “Your family, your friends, the world in general. Everything is Twelve different.” Topics Retired Air Force Chief MasWeeks ter Sgt. and counselor This Week: Post-Traumatic Ken Van Stress Disorder Holbeck with Warrior Counseling and Consulting in Colorado Springs often works with veterans, soldiers and their families and said returning from deployment can present a slew of difficulties. “(They can experience) reintegration problems, adjustment disorders, problems with sleep, substance abuse, relational problems, excessive fatigue, financial problems and symptoms associated with trauma — avoidance, hyper vigilance, anxiety and depression,” Van Holbeck said. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, 11 to 20 percent of veterans return-

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Michelle Benavidez embraces former serviceman Army E-4 Specialist Cody Jones in his living room in Golden. Jones is struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder. Photo by Andy Carpenean ing from deployment serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom meet clinical requirements for a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. It is a common misconception that all soldiers have PTSD, Van Holbeck said. “If PTSD has become common for a lot of soldiers, it’s because our military is much smaller than in years past,” said Van Holbeck, who served in the Air Force for 30 years and was deployed numerous times. “I don’t think the leadership in Pentagon in the early ’90s envisioned future wars lasting over 10 years, nor did they envision

low-tech fighting. The result is fewer boots on the ground available to fight a long, protracted conflict. The more a person is exposed to trauma, the more likely they will be diagnosed with trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder. It’s all about numbers today.”

Returning adjustments

While not all soldiers and veterans are diagnosed with PTSD, Jones and Spradley said they know many who are, or at least experience trauma symptoms after returning. Battles continues on Page 8

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Volunteers needed for victim advocate program By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com The city of Federal Heights is in need of volunteer victim advocates, people willing to give their time, energy and support to someone dealing with a tough situation. Victim advocates provide on-scene contact with victims and witnesses of violent crimes, sudden death and other emergency situations. These individuals provide a shoulder to cry on, a hand to hold and resources to people caught up in life-altering situations. Elizabeth Sanchez, victim services coordinator, said the main goal of a victim advocate is to focus on the victim and do crisis intervention. “We are there to help people experiencing trauma and give them the support that the officers just don’t have time to give,” she said. “We are there to lead them in the right direction.” Sanchez said the advocates help the victims deal with what’s to come after the traumatic experience. Sometimes that means informing them about the court process, or helping deal with funeral arrangements. Sanchez said many times, the advocates work with the victims for months, even years, after the incident. “When a person is dealing with such hard situations they are confused and overwhelmed,” she said. “We help make the

process after the incident a little bit easier. What we do for our victims is infinite, it really is.” Sanchez had six volunteers, but would like to have closer to 12. Requirements of a volunteer include a thorough background screening, including a criminal history check, completion of 40 hours of training and a commitment to one year of service. Applicants must be at least 21-years-old, commit to three 12-hour on-call shifts a month, be able to respond to a scene within 30 minutes and be available by cell phone. Sanchez said she is aware that as volunteers, people are exposed to extremely tough situations that can have an effect on a person. That’s why she’s dedicated to providing all the necessary support for the volunteers to ensure each person is comfortable in his or her position. “When I became the coordinator, I’ve really tried to make this program something more than it was before,” she said. “My goal is to be there for the volunteers and give them the mental first aid through the time they are with us.” Sanchez said even though it’s a tough job as a volunteer advocate, the feeling of helping someone in desperate need, outweighs the work. For more information or to apply to the volunteer victim advocate program, contact Sanchez at 303-412- 3541 or by e-mail at esanchez@fedheights.org.

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City Inn Motel in Westminster is expanding to include another building with 20 rooms on three floors. The building will also include exercise and breakfast areas. Photo by Ashley Reimers

Mom and pop motel expands By Ashley Reimers

“They are going to be developing south Westminster, so my location is good in that area,” she said. “The motel is in the middle and once the light rail comes in, the motel will be close to downtown Denver and the north west area.” City planner Patrick Caldwell said an expansion like this one really shows the true success of the motel. He said it is one of the few businesses in the area and to see new development in that area is really important. “The owners had success with the first phase, enough so that they are doubling the size of the facility,” he said “They must be meeting a need in that part of town. Caldwell said this is the first new development in

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com City Inn Motel in Westminster is expanding. Construction on the building has begun, and will include 20 new rooms on three levels, as well as exercise and breakfast areas. Owner Leslie Kim bought the motel, at 7151 Federal Boulevard, in 2004 and tore down the building and re-built the current building. The new addition will look similar to the current building. Kim said she decided to expand the motel because the economy was picking up and because of the future Westminster Station transit-oriented development in the area.

the Westminster Station transit oriented development area where commuter train service is due to commence in early 2016. He said the motel expansion is a good indication of future potential redevelopment in that particular are of Westminster. “There are a lot of corporate hotels right off the major highways in Westminster,” Caldwell said. “But this one is more of a mom and pop outfit. They took a beat up property and built something and now they are expanding. It’s a good sign.” With the new building, occupancy will be increased to 36 rooms. Kim said she hopes to have the expansion completed by July or August.

Renovation keep park’s existing charm By Ashley Reimers Third-graders at Skyline Vista Elementary School show off their new dictionaries from the Westminster 7:10 Rotary Club. In February and March the club donated dictionaries to 1,800 third graders in 22 schools, including schools in the Adams 12 Five Star Schools and Adams County School District 50. This donation is part of one of Rotary’s signature programs committed to donating dictionaries to every third-grader in Westminster. The dictionaries are provided by The Dictionary Project, an organization created to provide a dictionary to students to help with their homework and their schoolwork. Courtesy photo

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An adult male was found hanging in his cell at the Jefferson County Detention Facility on the evening of March 7. A deputy found the man during a walk-through check of the module where the inmate was being held. Sheriff’s deputies immediately began administering CPR and called for additional medical assistance into the module. The male was pronounced dead on scene at 10:46 p.m. The 24-year-old man was a Department of Cor-

rections prisoner who had arrived at the Jefferson County jail earlier in the day for a court proceeding. The identity of the inmate is being withheld until next of kin have been notified. The death is currently under investigation by the Sheriff’s Office, which reports that indications are that the male died of an apparent suicide. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office will determine the exact cause and manner of death at the completion of their investigation.

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Renovations on Torii Square Park in Westminster are set to begin any day, and those who like the park now, will love the park later. “We basically did exactly what the community wanted, in term of the renovations,” said Kathy Piper, a city landscape architect. The park, built in 1975 at 7596 Lowell Blvd., is one of the oldest parks in the city. It was dedicated by the Rotary Club of Westminster to a Japanese exchange student who spent a year in Westminster through the club’s exchange program. Currently the 1-acre park features mature trees, rocks, plenty of grass, a small pavilion and a couple benches. The park has no recreation facilities, such as a playground In August 2012, a community meeting was held to gain input on what the public wanted out of the park. At that time suggestions included keeping the park’s calm, quiet personality and continuing on with the current Japanese theme. Lillian Ruiz has lived near the park most of her life. She frequently visits the park and during the meeting she told city staff she likes the fact that the park isn’t recreational.

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Democrats dubious about gun bills Questions focus on rights, realism By Vic Vela

vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Democrats on March 11 went fivefor-five on their surviving pieces of gun-control legislation, including victories on a bill that places limits on high-capacity ammunition magazines and one that institutes universal background checks on all gun sales and transfers. But three of the bills passed the Senate without unified Democratic support — and those votes came after two other lawmakers killed their own controversial bills last week, before they were ever debated. The recent activity on all five gun bills spanned two days, beginning on March 8, following lengthy and often emotional debate that took place on the Senate floor. While Democrats by and large feel like they have struck a balance between respecting Second Amendment rights and trying to curb gun violence, at least one elected official wonders if her party may have overreached in its gun-control efforts. “I’m concerned that this may have woken up people,” Sen. Lois Tochtrop, a Thornton Democrat, told Colorado Community Media. Tochtrop voted against limiting ammunition magazines to 15 rounds and requiring that all gun sales and transfers be subject

to background checks. Tochtrop voted for the three other bills: One prohibiting domestic violence offenders from having access to guns; one requiring those who go through background checks to pay the associated costs; and the one that Tochtrop sponsored, which would ban concealed-carry permit training from being done exclusively online. Tochtrop wonders how independent voters will respond to the legislation. “It’s the unaffiliated (voters) that don’t support some of these gun bills,” she said. “These are the people who determine elections in Colorado.” “She could be right,” said Sen. Cheri Jahn, D-Wheat Ridge, when asked about her colleague’s comments. “We’ll find out in 2014.” Jahn voted in favor of four of the bills, but opposed the one regarding limits on magazines. “It’s just not enforceable,” Jahn said. “So, it’s against the law to buy 15s (rounds of ammunition in a magazine). So, they just go out and buy several 15s and carry them. The people who have committed these horrible, heinous crimes are people that are gonna get ‘em elsewhere anyway. And they’re gonna be a lot bigger than the 15s anyway.” Lakewood Democratic Sen. Andy Kerr voted against a bill that would require would-be gun buyers to pay for their own background checks. Kerr said he wanted to compromise, saying that if background checks are required on every transaction, then

the state should help with the costs. Kerr also said he would have voted against a bill that would have placed liability on gun makers and sellers of semiautomatic weapons, under certain circumstances. But Kerr said he would have supported a bill that would have banned concealed weapons from being carried on college campuses. Both of those bills were killed by their Senate sponsors on March 8, before being debated. Kerr said he made some “tough votes” but feels good about his party’s efforts to do whatever it can to prevent more bloodshed. “At the end of the day, all of the proposals were well-intended,” he said. “I think they all are issues of gun safety and violence in our communities. Some I disagreed with, but the process worked.” Jahn concurred. “I always feel comfortable with the votes I’ve made,” Jahn said. “I’ve spent a lot of time going over and over and over (the bills). I don’t vote, ever, on sound bites. Something may sound good, but I have to know in policy how does it work.” But one Republican lawmaker believes that Democrats could find themselves in big trouble in 2014. “I think the quote will come out of this is ‘Tora, Tora, Tora,’” said Sen. Ted Harvey, R-Highlands Ranch, playing off Tochtrop’s comments. “That’s the only thing that will result from this. You won’t stop criminals … but you will wake up a sleeping giant, I think that’s non-debatable.”

comments from Republicans. An amended version of this bill requires that at least some training for handgun permits be done in person, and through a class that is taught by a certified instructor. The bill’s Senate sponsor is Lois Tochtrop, D-Thornton. This bill, which passed 22-13, received bipartisan support, with Republican Sens. Ellen Roberts of Durango and Kevin Lundberg of Berthoud voting with Democrats. The bill now heads to the House. House Bill 1224: This bill limits the number of rounds that a high-capacity magazine can hold to 15. Democrats cite high-profile mass shootings — where the shooters used high-capacity magazines to kill multiple victims — as evidence that ammunition limits needs to be in place for the community’s sake. But Republicans say the magazine limit is arbitrary, and that such a law would do nothing to keep dangerous weapons out of the hands of criminals and the mentally unstable. The bill passed 18-17. Democratic Sens. Cheri Jahn of Wheat Ridge and Lois Tochtrop of Thornton joined all 15 Republicans in voting against the bill, which now heads back to the House for consideration of amendments. House Bill 1229: This bill requires universal background checks on gun sales and transfers. Supporters say the legislation closes a loophole in current Colorado law, which already requires that background checks be conducted when guns are bought through retail outlets. The bill makes exceptions for family members who give their guns to one another and those who inherent

them. The bill also allows people to freely loan their guns to someone for up to a 72-hour period, so long as the person receiving the weapon is legally able to possess them. Supporters argued that the bill is necessary to weed out the bad guys who seek to buy guns. “I’m carrying this bill because gun violence has become an epidemic,” said Senate sponsor Morgan Carroll, D-Aurora. “How do we know if someone is a dangerous convicted felon, but for a background check?” But Republicans argue that the bill only penalizes law-abiding citizens, and that criminals will find a way to get them anyway. They also argue that the law only would work if there is a gun registry in place. “This bill will do absolutely nothing to improve, absolutely nothing,” said Sen. Greg Brophy, R-Wray. The bill passed the Senate 19-16, with Sen. Lois Tochtrop of Thornton being the only Democrat to vote against the legislation, which now heads back to the House for consideration of amendments. House Bill 1229: The bill says those who submit to background checks should pay for their associated costs. Republicans blasted the bill. Sen. Kevin Lundberg, R-Berthoud, said requiring people to pay fees for rights that are protected by the Constitution is akin to paying a poll tax. However, Denver Democratic Sen. Mike Johnston reminded colleagues that there are plenty of rights where fees are put in place. Sen. Andy Kerr of Lakewood was the only Democrat to vote against the bill, which passed 19-16. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk.

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Merging forces on education front? K-12 public education funding in Colorado may see some dramatic forces come to rest within the coming months. I don’t think any alignment of the moon, sun and stars has anything to do with it. In fact, I know that the two separate actions are generated by people concerned about the equality of state funding for local school districts. One comes in the form of legal action and the other in proposed state legislation. Both have their own set of pluses and minuses in my opinion. But what is important is that there is effort and activity to improve the status quo.

Lobato lawsuit

The legal action is a lawsuit initiated in 2005 by a group of concerned parents from around the state and school districts in the San Luis Valley. The focus of the lawsuit is funding equity for public schools. Their lawsuit contends the current state School Finance Act is unconstitutional due to it not providing a “thorough and uniform”

system of education as mandated in the state Constitution. This past week the state Supreme Court heard oral arguments on the case known as Lobato vs. State of Colorado. The case is on appeal from the decision of Denver District Court Judge Sheila Rappaport in which she ruled in favor of the parents and school districts. While her decision did not specify a dollar amount that would be needed to achieve a “thorough and uniform” system of public education across Colorado, one

state funding away from the state. Local school districts in wealthier areas would be required to generate more local funds.

Senate Bill 213

Potential merging

The legislative effort to achieve better equality in state funding has been rolled out by state Sen. Mike Johnston from Denver. His bill would especially be helpful to school districts with high concentrations of at-risk students such as districts in Adams County, and the bill would put heavy emphasis on early childhood learning. Regarding equitable funding, his bill has four components: 1) funding weights would be modified or some eliminated with a higher base amount; 2) enrollment counting would be changed from a single day count to a “throughout the school year” approach for a more accurate head count; 3) student-based funding would target individual schools to meet student needs as opposed to block grants to districts and 4) increase local support of schools by shifting the current two-thirds

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Sunshine and being outside, and being able to prune my fruit trees. - Katie Edstrom, Arvada

Here we go again! Daylight savings is upon us for spring and summer. I am against it, so once again, we have had to change all the clocks including those in the cars. I see no savings in daylight savings time.

Why?

Why do we need to give every little weather front a name? Today, as I write this column we are having a mini blizzard. But according to the Weather Channel we are in a full blizzard mode with a storm named Tritan or is it Saturn? I don’t know even know what it’s called. Why not just call it a storm? I lived for 20 years in Minnesota where a blizzard was a blizzard. We only knew that it had to be snowing cats and dogs and the temperature had to be at least a minus 20 degrees. Only then was school called off.

Everywhere you look these days you see black. The kids are all wearing black hoodies and we adults have to make choices between stainless steel or black appliances. Well I don’t’ like either, but we settled for black. But the problem comes when you try to shine up the refrigerator and stove. I ended up using a glass cleaner called Sprayway Glass Cleaner.

local post office and I saw a young mother with two small children standing there and crying. I asked her if I could help and she said she was stranded and didn’t know how to get home to her 63rd Avenue and Federal Boulevard mobile home park. I quickly assessed that my little Saturn did not comply with the seat belt and car seat capacity. But then I said to myself that I should take a risk and get that young mother home. So we piled in and away we went. I learned she is a student at Emily Griffith School and rides the bus downtown to class. She even offered to pay me for gas, which of course I rejected. I can’t tell you how many thank yous she gave me and how many times I stated I was happy to be of help. You know sometimes one has to take a risk and help out. It made me feel good all day knowing she and her children got home safe.

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On the Lobato lawsuit, we need to remember that the judiciary branch cannot authorize a tax, which is a legislative function. However, in Colorado, we have TABOR that requires a vote of the people. And likewise with new legislation by the state Legislature that requires a tax increase, voter approval is necessary. There is a lot in common between the two separate forces at play. Who knows how the Supreme Court will rule and it remains to be seem if the Legislature will pass Johnston’s bill and put enabling funding on the November ballot. But we do know that these two forces could merge for the betterment of public education.

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Seeing all the flowers – the tulips and daffodills. I love walking around my neighborhood, and there’s one garden that always inspires me. - Mary Bohn, Arvada

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Seeing everything greening up. - Maryann Mah, Arvada

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Did you know that if you spray Pam or WD40 on your snow shovel the snow will glide right off it? And the plastic bags your grocer provides make good garbage bags for your wastebaskets in the kitchen and bathroom. It’s the old “waste not, want not” theory.

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“Waste not, want not”. — Anonymous Stay well, stay involved and stay tuned. Vi June is past Democratic state representative for House District 35. She is a former mayor of Westminster and a former newspaper publisher. A Westminster resident for more than four decades, she and her husband, Bob, have five grown children and eight grandchildren.

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Legislature OKs civil unions 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 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 en-

Hickenlooper expected to sign landmark bill 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

tities 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 talk-

ing 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 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.”

How to file a Colorado records request Lawmakers’ bill eases acquisition of public records Staff report

spent researching and collecting the information, as already allowed under state law. Critics of the legislation contend it will only make it more difficult to obtain records by allowing government agencies’ custodians to charge exorbitant fees. The bill has also drawn fire for stating that records will not be delivered until fees are collected. The Colorado Press Association supports the legislation, saying that while it’s not perfect, it is a positive change. “There’s much work to be done with clarification of CORA (Colorado Open Records Act) and fees, but this is a great first step,” a statement on the CPA’s Facebook page says.

Staff Report Gov. John Hickenlooper has signed into law a bill that attempts to make public records easier to acquire. House Bill 1041 requires government agencies in Colorado to email, fax or send by traditional mail records that a person does not want to inspect at the records custodian’s office. The bill, signed by the governor March 8, allows for an agency to charge for postage if records are mailed but states that no transmission fees shall apply if they are emailed. It also permits fees to be assessed for making paper copies of records and for time

EDITOR’S NOTE CCM marks Sunshine Week

coincide with the birthday of the “Father of the Constitution,” James Madison, on March 16. Sunshine Week 2013 began on March 10, and Colorado Community Media is marking the week by bringing you some insight into how you can obtain public records. Together, we can all work toward greater transparency in our federal, state and local governments.

Since 2005, Sunshine Week has been observed to highlight the importance of open government. It’s about the right we all enjoy to have access to public records. It’s about the role we all play in holding our government agencies accountable to those they serve. Launched by the American Society of News Editors, the initiative is timed to

Colorado law has placed powerful tools in the hands of citizens who want to know what is being done with their tax dollars and in their names: the Colorado Open Records Act and the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act. The ability to “CORA” for public records is commonly done by journalists, but the so-called “sunshine” laws can be used by anyone, and they empower people equally. While there are records that can remain sealed, and while copying costs and “reasonable fees” can be charged, the range of records covered by the law is broad. Filing a Colorado records request is straightforward. Determine the identity of

the “custodian of records” for the information you are seeking, along with that person’s mailing address or email address. That is the person responsible for maintaining and keeping the records, or any person having personal custody and control of the records. In the request, list which records law is being cited, and describe the records that are being requested. Be reasonably specific in the description of the records, but also describe them broadly enough to make sure the request includes all records that could hold the information. Ask the recipient of the request for notification if he or she is not the records custodian, and for the identity of the person who has custody or control of the records.

HAVE A LEGISLATIVE QUESTION? Email your ideas to Colorado Community Media Legislative Reporter Vic Vela at vvela@ourcoloradonews.com or call him at 303-566-4132.

Ask for the records within three working days, although extenuating circumstances provide for up to seven days. Include a sentence requesting a written explanation, including the citation of a law or regulation, if the access is denied. Make sure the requester’s name and contact information are included, and it’s ready to go. For a well-written guidebook to Colorado’s openrecords laws, go online to coloradopressassociation. com and enter “sunshine laws” in the search bar.

Jack Knight A memorial service will be held for long-time School District #12 administrator Jack Knight. Jack passed peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Feb. 8, 2013 in Glendale, AZ. The memorial will be March 22, 2013, 3:00 P.M., Westminster Christian Church, 3575 W. 96th Ave., Westminster, CO.

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Spradley was diagnosed with PTSD upon his return home. Both men said they have had to deal with common symptoms of PTSD, including anxiety, isolation, trouble reintegrating and adjusting and sleep problems. “My biggest thing, to this day, is sleeping at normal times,” Jones said. “I’ll stay up for two days and then crash and sleep for a few hours. I’ve got the weirdest sleep schedule. I still can’t get that down mainly because I’ll have anxiety attacks and stay up all night playing video games or doing something to calm down.” Jones said his issues didn’t start until after he left the military, when he was both afraid of being alone, yet at the same time, anxious in crowds such as at a store. Safety is a major cause of anxiety for soldiers when they return home, Spradley said. “You’re in a dangerous situation when you’re over there, but you have your best friends sleeping 10 feet from you and you know those people always have your back,” Spradley said. “When you get back, everybody goes their separate ways, and you’re pretty much by yourself. You’re not feeling safe anymore because you don’t know what’s going to happen.”

Public perceptions

Misunderstanding by the general public often leads to even greater issues, Spradley said. “People look at PTSD like it’s a zombie outbreak, so they avoid it like that’s exactly what it is,” he said. “Don’t avoid topics that set it off. People who go through their lives after they’re diagnosed and get it, they live with it the rest of their lives and if people avoid any conversation, anything that might possibly set it off, that’s what puts that person that has it into having more issues and more depression.” Michelle Benavidez, mother of Army Staff Sgt. Kenneth Mayne, a soldier killed in Iraq in 2008, has adopted Jones, Spradley and other soldiers as “her boys.” Through that extended family, Benavidez has seen another common misconception about PTSD — it isn’t real. “People think they’re faking it,” Benavidez said. “It’s real.” She said some people think service members who come back and are not missing an arm or a leg should not have problems such as PTSD, should not act out, seek help or complain about their condition. “It’s ‘well, you survived so shut up.’ How civilians expect you guys to behave is nowhere near reality,” she said. Benavidez and Van Hol-

‘When you get back, everybody goes their separate ways, and you’re pretty much by yourself. You’re not feeling safe anymore because you don’t know what’s going to happen.’ Army Spec. Matt Spradley beck both agree that both the public and the government should play more of a factor in the healing of soldiers and veterans. “I think educating is a big piece,” Benavidez said. “Just letting the average person know there is a percentage of people who fake it … but the majority of guys coming back aren’t faking it. They aren’t asking you to bow down and kiss their feet, but have a little bit of respect for what they did and try to understand what they are going through.”

Resources and responsiveness

With President Barack Obama’s goal of bringing the majority of troops home by the end of 2014, thousands of troops will be returning home in need of some sort of assistance. “They require resources to treat trauma, depression or anxiety,” Van Holbeck said. “While our elected officials on Capitol Hill

Editor’s Note: Look for mental health, libraries and political parties among topics in upcoming weeks.

play politics with the defense budget, a good many troops are in need of treatment. One of the biggest issues civilians need to understand is that we cannot make the same mistake we made with returning Vietnam veterans, many of whom were never offered treatment.” While many veterans have been prescribed medications and received assistance to help their symptoms, there is still a negative stigma associated with seeking mental health treatment, Van Holbeck said, which often leads to self-treatment through avoidance behaviors or substance use. “You’re frowned upon and looked upon as weak,” Jones said. “When you come back and they’re asking you all these questions to see if you have any mental health issues, they pretty much tell you to lie about it and all that does is screw you because they have that paperwork on file. It’s a lot harder for you to get seen and have the VA pay for it.” Psychotropic medications and psychotherapy are often effective ways to

treat PTSD, Van Holbeck said. Spradley said he has had professional help and he has learned how to better control his PTSD. “I learned how to deal with issues differently, but they haven’t gotten any better,” Spradley said. “I went to therapy, met with a psychiatrist and talked it out with him. There’s breathing techniques and stuff like that so I learned to calm myself down when it starts kicking in and I’m having issues. “I’ve had a lot of time to get used to living with PTSD so all the stuff that used to happen to me when I went out into public kind of just dwindled off, that or I just don’t notice it anymore,” Spradley said. While professional help is the most effective way soldiers can deal with PTSD, Van Holbeck said the public can help too — through advocacy, acceptance, empathy, support and understanding. “The most effective way — short of contributing to the various organizations supporting veteran treatment — of getting involved is contacting your elected

officials and demanding they support treatment of military men and women who have been wounded in battle, physically and emotionally,” Van Holbeck said. “The current political climate does not seem to favor the very people who have fought to keep our citizens and our country safe from terrorists and extremists, but they should.” Sometimes a five-minute email to a congressman or senator can make a difference, she added.

DETAILS WHAT IS PTSD? Post-traumatic stress disorder is an anxiety disorder that can occur after a person has seen or experience a traumatic event that involved the threat of injury or death. Source: National Institutes of Health

THE FACTS ABOUT PTSD: ABOUT 11-20 PERCENT of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom veterans are diagnosed with PTSD. AS MANY AS 10 PERCENT of Desert Storm veterans have been diagnosed. ABOUT 30 PERCENT of Vietnam veterans have been diagnosed. ABOUT 7-8 PERCENT of the general population, or 5.2 million people per year, will have PTSD at some point in their lives. WOMEN ARE MORE LIKELY TO DEVELOP PTSD — about 10 per-

cent of women are diagnosed at some point in their lives; 5 percent of men. Source: U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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Ensuring a home’s primary entryway is welcoming and well-groomed is one way homeowners can improve curb appeal

nance varieties that appeal to buyers who want good vibrant plants but might not want to put in much work into the garden.

When selling a home, homeowners can employ a number of tactics to improve their home’s curb appeal. ■ Metro Creative Services

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Brand New Homes on One Acre in Castlewood Ranch! Semi-Custom Homes One Acre Homesites Up to 4-Car Garages Main Floor Master Plans 3 to 7 Bedrooms 2-1/2 to 4-3/4 Baths 2,887 to 3,576 s.f. Homes From the $400’s Call or Email: 303.500.3255 or Margaret.Sandel@newtownbuilders.com New Town Builders at Castlewood Ranch - 7030 Weaver Circle, Castle Rock

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I have two pre-approved buyers! Ranch or main floor master in the Roxborough Village area up to $300K Single Family home in Parker/ South Aurora up to $225K

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Apartments

• Easy access to I-25, and close to light rail

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Oversized 2-Car Garage $1395/mo (303) 909-2404

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1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Secured Building 1 Parking Space Included $650/mo $650 Security Deposit $40 Application Fee Utilities billed separately Includes trash, water, sewer and electric No Pets Please call or text

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Office Rent/Lease VARIOUS OFFICES 100-2,311 sq.ft. Rents from $200-$1750/month. Full service. 405-409 S Wilcox

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Furnished Master Bedroom with private bath. Free cable tv. $585/month Quiet, Lakewood area (303) 668-0277

*Amazing Mtn Views!! * Laundry facilities in each bldg * Weekly activities in clubhouse * Picnic Area $875/month plus 1 Month Free Office Hours: Monday 9-4 Thursday 1-4 Friday 9-4

Income Restrictions Tax Credit Property 303-688-5080

Estate/ Multi Family Sale

March 15th & 16th 8-3 7562 Coors Ct, Arvada 80005 Furniture, Tools, Household Wares, Linen, Toys, and MUCH MUCH MORE

Week of 3/23-3/30

$500/week or $100/night/min. 3 nights

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3/15 9-4 & 3/16 10-4 7657 UMATILLA ST, DENVER 80221 100'S of books w/1st editions signed, Household item, Furn, Music equip,Tools, Weights, Sports Plaques,Signed Elway FB & Helmet, Art/Litho signed.

Appliances Kenmore Washer and Dryer

EXCELLENT Condition $600 Val- 303-525-2495

Firewood

Furniture

Bulk Firewood

Logs, various hardwoods, random links, you load, you haul. $60.00 for pick up load. Split firewood also available. 303-431-8132

Super Single Waterbed with 12 drawer underbed dresser. dark wood. good condition - Free, you haul. call 303-432-2735 arvada

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*Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice, *Hospitality. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. SCHEV authorized.

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1975 Mercedes 450 SLC Sports Coupe Sunroof, new paint- black new battery, tires, spark plugs Must See!! Make Offer, Runs Great! Bob 303-730-2077

Cash for all Cars and Trucks Under $1000 Running or not. Any condition

Kimball Piano

(303)741-0762

2 Round Beveled Glass End Tables

BEAUTIFUL Kimball Console Piano Walnut finish, perfect condition $1800 Carolyn- 303-425-4492

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For local news any time of day, find your community online at

All Tickets Buy/Sell

Health and Beauty

Free Stuff

Side By Side Frigidaire

Refrigerator w/water & ice in the door. Like new $400 (951)970-1018

Elizabeth Furniture Sale All dark wood, like new. Large entertainment center, 4 piece sofa set, 2 large chest of drawers, 5x5 fridge, 7 piece marble top dining set. (570)404-6174

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AIRLINES ARE HIRING Train for hands on Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified – Housing available CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance

877-818-0783

.com Instruction CPR First Aid Instruction

Will's Life Safety

Classes available at your location and time Great Rates Please call for further information Call Chris (303)748-2245 chriswilliams351@gmail.com

Lost and Found LOST COAT Quilted full length cotton coat green, tan, plum quilted squares 30 years old with sentimental value I lost it somewhere in the Arvada area, I think a Dr's office Please call if found 720-328-0266

Piano or Guitar lessons

At your home or my Parker studio by experienced, patient teacher. Parker, Highlands Ranch, S. Aurora. We can also work singing or songwriting into the lessons, and can include music that the student loves to keep it fun. Visit musictreecolorado.com or phone John at 303-521-8888.

For all your classified advertising needs. Your Community Connector to Boundless Rewards

Fireplace, Partial Kitchen TV, DVD, Sauna, Hot Tubs Heated Outdoor Pool, Onsite Dining 24-hour desk service Free Shuttle to Gondola

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Farm Products & Produce

ESTATE SALE Fri-Sun March 15th, 16th & 17th 9am-3pm 9531 Cedarhurst Lane #C Highlands Ranch 80129 1 block South of Highlands Ranch Parkway & South Broadway Furniture, TV, Artwork, Decor, Storage Shelving, Books, Major Holiday Decor, Office Supplies, Christmas Dishes etc.

Ski Beaver Creek/Vail 1 Bedroom Unit Sleeps 4

(303) 429-4675

TO SELL YOUR GENTLY USED ITEMS, CALL 303-566-4100

Estate Sales

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Locally raised, grass fed and grain finished Beef & Pork. Quarters, halves, wholes available. Can deliver 720-434-1322

Vacation/Resort Rental

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Misc. Notices Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

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Help Wanted

CARRIERS WANTED

Help Wanted

EDITORIAL PAGE DESIGNER Colorado Community Media is hiring an editorial page designer who will be assembling editorial pages for print. Some special section or newsletter page layout projects will be assigned along with preparing weekly newspapers for press. Bachelor’s degree, or four years experience in a design or news environment, required. InDesign skills, proficiency in Photoshop, attentive to details, a must. Illustrator and printing experience welcome. Ability to work in a demanding deadline environment and great communication skills necessary.

ROUTES AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY

Call Robin Sant at

303-566-4150 or email your contact information to: rsant@ourcoloradonews.com Reliable Vehicle Necessary.

Part-time, work Mon - Weds. This position is a hire on a contractor basis. Guaranteed 24 hours a week to start. E-mail your resume along with 3 samples of your work to Scott Andrews, sandrews@ourcoloradonews.com

Help Wanted

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Academy for Dental Assisting Careers

Cook at a brand NEW healthcare location in Castle Rock CO.

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

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ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT,

DUNWIDDIE CUSTOM PACKAGING, INC. Full time position (8:00-5:00 M-F), AR, AP, proficient in Microsoft Office programs , accounting experience necessary. Fax or e-mail resume along with salary history to: Violet Andrews, Controller Fax (303) 799-3560; e-mail: packaging@dunwiddie.com Web site: www.dunwiddie.com

ANB Bank, a true community

Bank, is excited to announce that we will be opening a new Castle Rock Branch in June!

We are hiring:

• Branch Manager: This position is responsible for the generation and maintenance of retail and commercial loans. Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of experience required. • 3 Personal Bankers: Personal Bankers perform both Teller and Personal Banker duties; e.g. opens accounts, handles teller transactions, sells/cross-sells bank products and services, and resolves customer service issues. HS Diploma/GED and 6 months of customer service, sales, or cash handling experience required. If you have these qualifications, are energetic and enthusiastic, with a strong customer focus, then this may be the job for you! Qualified applicants, please apply on-line at www.anbbank.com – Apply Online - Careers. EOE

Attention Need Retired Couple

to manage Home and 45 Landscaped Acres near Franktown. New home and all facilities furnished. Mechanical background with landscaping interests.

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

When full this location will have 50 residents. We pride ourselves On scratch cooking. Hours will vary until full, experienced cooks that can work independently please apply by sending your resume to teresa@newhorizonfoods.com EOE

DIRECTV

is currently recruiting for the following positions in Castle Rock: RF Technical Manager Principle Engineer 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.

Drivers: Local, Regional, OTR

Class-A Openings. Competitive Pay/Bonuses, Full Benefits Package. No-Touch. 1yr Tractor-Trailer Experience Transportation Specialists 1-866-HOME-TSL

Full time teller position

is now available at Colorado Community Bank. Position is based out of Castle Rock, but will also be required to travel to branches in Highlands Ranch and Centennial. Benefits and mileage will be included. Must be able to work every other Saturday. Prior banking experience preferred, but not required. Call 303-688-4900 for more information or stop by 500 Wilcox St for an application. Equal Opportunity Employer.

GAIN 130 LBS!

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.

Help Wanted Looking for reliable CNA

8am-10am in Westminster shower/program.

Help Wanted Hiring Event!

Thursday, March 14th From 9-12 Register online at: westernsummit.eventbrite.com LOCATION: Arapahoe/Douglas County 6974 S Lima St, Centennial, CO 80112 Available positions: Concrete Finishers $16-18, Pipefitter-$18-$20 Laborer $12-$14, Carpenter $18-$20, Millwrights-$18-20 Qualifications: • At least 1 year experience • Must pass drug screen • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs Benefits: • Full time (40 hours per week) • Medical Dress professionally, bring your resume, and arrive promptly!

LANDSCAPING (Sedalia, CO) $11/Hr. Full benefits after 8 hours. We are currently taking applications for landscapers in the Sedalia, CO area. • Must have experience in landscaping/irrigation • Must have transportation • Must be able to use various hand tools • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. If you are interested, please go to www.encorejobs.com and fill out our application. We will conduct a background check, so please be open and upfront about any convictions on the online application. EOE

Part time office position-

Fast paced heating & ac business in Parker. Need motivated person with phone experience,computer skills,order entry-QuickBooks a must! Email resumes to alliedhtngac@aol.com attention Cheryl, Office Mngr

Receptionist

4-5 days a week inlcudes some Saturdays Parker Animal Hospital 303-841-2120

Truck Drivers with Class A CDL for tankers and end dumps.

Based along the Colorado Front Range area, some travel will be required. Must have 2 years tractor – trailer experience and a clean driving record. Applicants need to provide a current MVR. Equipment Operator – multiple positions available for both farm and construction equipment. Some traveling may be required. Hourly pay with over time. Benefit package includes vacation time, sick leave, health insurance, Aflac & 401K. Email resume to Brianne@parkerag.com or call Parker Ag at 888-246-7654 to get an application.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

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. Would you like to earn an extra $500 to $1,000 this month?

is looking for

Marketing Executives Full or Part-Time Call Today For Details Matt at 303-618-2970

Work From Home AVON Good earnings to sell or buy, CR, Parker, HR & Centennial. Call for information Fay, (303)790-2524 flnorris@yahoo.com

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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

Cleaning

Ali’s Cleaning Services

Residential and Commercial Cleaning • 15yrsexperience •WindowCleaning • Detailed,Honest, •Insured&Bonded Dependable •GreatCustomerService

Call Ali @ 720-300-6731

Concrete/Paving

Electricians

Handyman

Navarro Concrete, Inc.

ELECTRICAL SERVICE WORK

Bob’s Home Repairs

Commercial/Residential quality work at reasonable prices. Registered & Insured in Colorado. 303-423-8175

DRIVEWAY REPLACEMENT OR RE-SURFACING 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?

See if your Driveway or Patio qualifies for an affordable Nu-Look Resurfacing.

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Construction

• DepenDable • • Thorough •

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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.

Computer Services

Deck/Patio

Radiant Lighting Service **

Electrical Work All types. Honest and reliable, licensed & ins. Free estimates. Craig (303)429-3326

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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

Garage Doors

FOR ALL YOUR GARAGE DOOR NEEDS!

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• Restore • Wood • Repair • Composite • Replace • Since 1993 Pergolas

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Door Doctor JAMES MARYE

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Interior • Exterior Replacement • Repair Commercial • Residential

Cowboy Consulting 303-526-2739

Concrete/Paving

All types, licensed & insured. Honest expert service. Free estimates. 720-203-7385

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Handyman

Drywall

All Phases of Flat Work by

Driveways, Sidewalks, Patios Tear-outs, colored & stamped concrete. Quality work, Lic./Ins. Reasonable rates "Small Jobs OK!" 303-514-7364

FBM Concrete LLC.

Driveways, Stamped & Color Concrete, Steps, Walkways, Basement, Garage Floors, Porches, Tareout & Repair, Patios. Free Est. 7 Days WK 720-327-8618

HANDYMAN

Carpentry • Painting Tile • Drywall • Roof Repairs Plumbing • Electrical Kitchen • Basements Bath Remodels Property Building Maintenance Free Estimates • Reliable Licensed • Bonded Insured • Senior Discount

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

The Affordable Handyman

General home improvement and repairs. Painting, bath remodel, drywall, etc.30 years experience; references 303-241-7897

Hauling Service " $Reasonable$" 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"

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TRASH HAULING

• Home • Business • Junk & Debris • Furniture • Appliances • Tree Limbs • Moving Trash • Carpet • Garage Clean Out

Sanders Drywall Inc.

30+ years experience Insured Free estimates Darrell 303-915-0739

Electricians Affordable Electrician 20 yrs experience Remodel expert, kitchen, basements, & service panel upgrades. No job too small. Senior disc. 720-690-7645

A Quality Handyman 720-422-2532

A HOME REPAIR & REMODELING HANDYMAN •Baths •Kitchens •Tiling •Large & Small Jobs

303-425-0066 303-431-0410

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 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

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.

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Olson Landscaping & Design Family owned and serving Golden & Jefferson County since 1955. 24-Hour Service

Furnaces • Boilers • Water Heaters Service • Repair • Replace

720.327.9214 Commercial & Residential 10% Senior & Military Discount All Home Energy Audits

Call Rick 720-285-0186

FREE ESTIMATES 7 DAYS A WEEK

Acoustic scrape and re-texture Repairs to full basement finishes Water damage repairs Interior paint, door & trim installs

303-908-9384

*Snow plowing servicing the Westminster, Northglenn and Thornton areas

No Service in Parker or Castle Rock

Dirt, Rock, Concrete, Sod & Asphalt

All phases to include

Heavy Hauling

Office 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983

HOME REPAIRS

Landscaping/Nurseries

*Snow plowing commercial and business properties • Snow hauling • Asphalt & Concrete •Dirt removal & replacement • Grading • Excavating • Tractor •Trucking.

Ron Massa

Dry wall repair specialist. 30yrs. Experience, Insured Satisfaction guaranteed Call Ed 720-328-5039

Free Estimates 17 Years Experience Driveways, patios, stamp & colored concrete. All kinds of flat work. Let us do good work for you! (720)217-8022

J-Star Concrete

AFFORDABLE

Instant Trash Hauling

A PATCH TO MATCH

T.M. CONCRETE

All types of repairs. Reasonable rates 30yrs Exp. 303-450-1172

Hauling Service

House Cleaning Gloria's Hands on Cleaning

Reliable, 25 years in business, personal touch, spring cleaning. Weekly, bi-weekly, once a month

SHORTY'S LANDSCAPING "???Need Lawn Mowing???"

303-274-9349. 12 years exp. Affordable, Insured, FREE est. Landscaping, aerating, sprinkler installs, makeovers & more! www.shortyslandscaping.com

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Servicing the Metro North and Metro West areas

Lawn/Garden Services

Insurance

Dreilng Lawn Service FREE Estimates

INSURANCE REVIEW

- Please call 720-484-3732 for a FREE Home, Auto and Life Insurance review!

Janitorial Services

• 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

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English miners go from learning about art to creating it in “The Pitmen Painters,” currently playing at the Miners Alley Playhouse. Photos by Sarah Roshan

Painters rising ‘Pitmen’ tells true story of English painters By Clarke Reader

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nderstanding art can be a difficult task, even more so when one has no experience at all with it. That’s the dilemma facing a group of English coal miners in a Northumberland coal town in the 1930s, when they end up taking an art appreciation class. “The Pitmen Painters,” showing at Golden’s Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave.,

through April 7, tackles the different ways people come to love art. The play is written by Lee Hall, famous for writing “Billy Elliot.” According to director Rick Bernstein, the play is based on the true story of miners in the town of Ashington who accidentally became famous artists while trying to learn about it. “In the 1930s these miners were offered some classes on subjects like biological evolution and economics, but an economics instructor couldn’t be found, so they ended up in art appreciation instead,” he said. “They didn’t know anything about art, so after trying to teach them, the teacher thought they would learn better if they created art.” The result was an

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Oliver (Mark Collins), left, and Ben (Brandon Palmer), right, discuss a work created by the miners in “The Pitmen Painters.” amazing body of work created by the miners that lasted through World War II and has been lauded by many critics and art fans. Producer Paige Larson said that a former Miners Alley actress told her about the play and when she read it for herself, it immediately intrigued her. “It reminded me of what we do at Miners Alley — create art for the working class,” she said. “It really touched my heart, because these men had a real tough life in the mines, but are really great characters.” Larson said that the actors had a lot of fun with the Geordie accent, which can be extremely difficult to understand. She said the playbills will have a short glossary for audiences to help them understand. “We spent a lot of time working on the accents and phrases, because we really wanted to get the rhythm, which is very specific to the region,” Larson said. Bernstein said that in a way the cast and crew became the Pitmen Painters through working so hard to capture the culture and

work the painters created. “I think it really kind of mirrored the journey for all of us,” he said. One of the things that Bernstein found most remarkable about the story is how important it was for the painters to be a group. “These guys weren’t egotistic, and just had a passion for art, and used it to tell their story,” he said. “A couple were offered stipends so they wouldn’t have to work in the mines any more, but they didn’t want to leave the people they worked with.” The miners’ passion for art, even though they never expected anyone to see what they created, mirrors Bernstein’s own belief on the need to create art as an outlet, even if it’s just for yourself. “For these painters, it was kind of a salvation — a way to get out of their dark world,” he said. “In a way the play is like ‘Billy Elliot,’ ‘The Full Monty’ and ‘Rocky,’ with lower-class people doing something more.” For tickets and more information, call 303-935-3044 or visit www.minersalley.com.

IF YOU GO

Robert (Peter Giffin), one of the miners, works on a painting. The play is based on true events.

WHAT: ‘The Pitmen Painters’ WHERE: Miners Alley Playhouse 1224 Washington Ave., Golden WHEN: Through April 7,7:30 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, 6 p.m. Sunday COST: $19 to $29.50 INFORMATION: 303-935-3044 or www.minersalley.com.

“It’s only words, and words are all I have, to take your heart away.” Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb. The Australian Bee Gees Show captures the look, the sound and the personality that defines one of the most successful and adored acts in musical history. This five-piece band has evolved to become the definitive live celebration of four decades of wonderful music written by the Brothers Gibb. The Australian Bee Gees Show has played to capacity crowds around the world, cementing their reputation as exceptional performers and the world’s leading Bee Gees show. Their greatest hits are performed in a live concert setting with state-of-the-art sound, lighting, video screens, onstage mannerisms, speaking voices, and soaring high notes and harmonies capturing the essence of the Bee Gees. For one night only, be a part of the magic of one of the greatest bands of all time covering such classic songs as Stayin’ Alive, Night Fever, You Should Be Dancin’, Nights on Broadway, Massachusetts, Tragedy, Lonely Days, To Love Somebody, How Deep Is Your Love, Jive Talkin’, Grease, plus many, many more. This concert benefits Colorado Public Television 12 and is sponsored by KOSI, 101.1-FM, Out Front Colorado, Prime Time for Seniors, 50plus Marketplace News, The Curtis, Presidential Worldwide Transportation and Marlowe’s restaurant. The show starts at 8 p.m. March 15; doors open at 7 at the Paramount Theatre. Tickets are $39-$49 (Golden Circle) plus service charges and are available at www.tickethorse.com or by calling 866-461-6556. Tickets also are available at www.cpt12.org or by calling 303-2961212.

Beer here

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Littleton is scheduled to open March 22 in the Aspen Grove Shopping Center, but it’s already announced it is adding 32 beers, doubling its already hefty brew menu (view the entire beer menu at http://drafthouse.com/blog/entry/32_more_tasty_ brews_added_to_the_alamo_line_up). Alamo Drafthouse Cinema combines dinner, drinks, films and events, all under one roof. The theaters have been heralded for their unique programming events and high exhibition standards, earning accolades like “Best Theater Ever” (Time Parker continues on Page 19

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YOUR WEEK: SPELLING BEE & TAXES

THURSDAY/MARCH 14 SPELLING BEE Compete with other spelling whizzes in the 60+ Spelling Bee, sponsored by the Arvada Press/Mile High News, Brookdale Senior Living’s Arvada Sterling House and Arvada Meridian, and Prime Time for Seniors Newspaper. Prizes and refreshments included. This is a free event, but both contestants and spectators must register by March 2. Contestants must be 60 and over. Sign up soon; space is limited. The spelling bee is from 1-3 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. THURSDAY/MARCH 14, MARCH 21 TAX WORKSHOPS The Colorado Department of Revenue offers free tax workshops on sales and use tax laws in Colorado. The workshops include information on many common sales and use tax topics, including but not limited to the liabilities businesses face when they are not in compliance with Colorado laws. The Sales/Use Tax Part 1 class is from 1-4 p.m. Thursday, March 14, and Part II is from 1-4 p.m. Thursday, March 21, in

Wheat Ridge. Registration is required. Continuing Professional Education credits and training materials are available. For more information and to sign up for these workshops or other tax workshops offered by the Colorado Department of Revenue, visit www.TaxSeminars.state.co.us.

THURSDAY/MARCH 14 TO MARCH 23 SCARS PRODUCTION Red Rocks Community College theater

arts and dance department, in collaboration with the RRCC College Gateway program, the Denver Foundation, Colorado Creative Industries, and the Terry Stevinson family, presents “Scars: Breaking the Cycle,” beginning March 14 at Red Rocks Community College. The show runs at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturdays through March 23. The production is based on real-life experiences of Red Rocks Community College Gateway students. After a two-week performance run at Red Rocks Community College, “Scars: Breaking the Cycle” will tour the Denver Metro area and be presented with community partners: The LIDA Project (April 13), D.L. Parsons Theatre at the Northglenn Recreation Center (March 29). For information

and reservations, contact Leonard Madrid at 303-914-6458 or leonard.madrid@rrcc.edu.

THURSDAY/MARCH 14 CASA 101 Court Appointed Special Advocates of Adams and Broomfield Counties is seeking volunteers to advocate on behalf of abused and neglected children who have open cases in the judicial system. Learn about the program at CASA 101, from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at Adams County Economic Development Corporation, 12200 Pecos St., Suite 100, Westminster. CASA staff members and volunteers will speak with guests about the program, as well as help those interested in taking the next step to become a volunteer. CASA’s next volunteer training class begins in June. For information or to RSVP, visit www.casa17th.org or call 303-655-3918. FRIDAY/MARCH 15 POTLUCK AS part of the Festive Friday Series, get your Irish on and join us for this fun annual event at noon Friday, March 15, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community

Center Drive. Bring your favorite side dish or dessert and the Northglenn Senior Organization will provide corned beef and cabbage, rolls, tea and coffee. RSVP at 303-450-8801. For people ages 55 and over.

FRIDAY/MARCH 15 MEDICATION REVIEW Students from the University of Colorado School of Pharmacy will help review your medications and supplements to make sure you are taking them in the most beneficial manner from 1-3:30 p.m. Friday, March 15, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Call for a free 20-minute appointment at 303-425-9583. FRIDAY/MARCH 15 MUSICAL TRIBUTE Gobs O’Phun present a musical tribute to “The Quiet Man,” featuring special guest musician Peggy Fasing, from 8-10 p.m. Friday, March 15, at Daniels Hall, Swallow Hill Music Association, 71 E. Yale, Denver. Call 303-777-1003. Show for all ages. Visit swallowhillmusic.org.

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According to a 2011 VISA study, the average cost famif lies spent on prom in 2012 was cations $1,078, a 33.6 percent increase e most from the previous year. This price he tag may be astounding to some, vada. and unachievable for many. So to help offset some of those costs, the third annual Prom Dress Exchange event is coming bute to up offering boys and girls affordFasing,able attire for prom. This year’s event will be 9 a.m. Hill Show to 4 p.m. on March 16 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, 6000 Victory Way in Commerce City. The event is open to all high school students, but since last year it’s been extra special for students in the Adams 12 Five Star School District. “Last year the Prom Dress Exchange absorbed the Adams 12’s prom shop, which was a program helping out with prom costs,”

said Laura Bauer, president of The Prom Dress Exchange Corporation. “So we are really helping out students in that district and many others in Adams County.” Bauer took over the Prom Dress Exchange three years ago. She turned the event into a nonprofit organization and just last year she helped 200 students. This year she hopes to double or triple that number. She said at the event students will be able to browse for dresses, tuxes, suits, shoes and accessories. The only requirements from students are a valid student ID and a $10 donation. “We collect donations from individuals, schools, and other organizations all year long to provide our clients with today’s fashion for prom night. Whether a teen’s style is elegant, cool, cute, hot, sweet, or glam, he or she will find a look they’ll love,” Bauer said. “We have a range of formals from minis to ball gowns, shoes, hair accessories, jewelry, and

bags for girls. Guys can choose from suits, jackets, pants, shirts, belts, ties, and shoes.” Bauer said those who can’t afford the donation or don’t have a valid ID because he or she may be attending home school will not be turned away. She just hopes each and every teen finds the perfect outfit for prom, a day she says is now “the social event in a teen’s life.” “Prom is totally off the charts nowadays and it’s important for kids to feel special,” she said. “But it’s expensive in today’s economy, so it feels great to be able to help out those who need it. And we couldn’t do any of this without all the generous donations.” During the event there will be dressing rooms and on-site seamstresses providing limited alterations. Any student is welcome to attend. Bauer said there is no financial requirements. For more information, visit www.promdressexchange.org.

WESTMINSTER POLICE BRIEFS Theft: An officer was dispatched March 3 to Safeway at 7353 Federal Blvd. in reference to a theft. A loss prevention officer saw a 30-year-old woman who listed no address select a box of Tampons valued at $11.72. She opened the box and removed several of them. She then put the box back on the shelf and went to a different aisle where she hid the product in her sock. The woman then went into the restroom where she used one of them. Although the woman paid for a pack of cigarettes, she made no attempt to pay for the Tampons. She was transported to the Westminster police department and booked on the charge of theft. She was later transported to the Adams County jail. Second-degree burglary of a dwelling: An officer was dispatched March 4 to a garage in the 10900 block of Bryant Street in reference to a burglary. A 46-year-old Westminster man said he took his trashcans from the garage to the curb the night before and accidentally left the garage door open. Someone entered his open garage during the night and stole two bicycles, a pair of skis,

a GPS device and a garage door remote. The center consoles and glove boxes of two unlocked cars in the garage were rifled through. The man provided serial numbers for the GPS device, which was entered into CCIC/ NCIC as stolen, and the bicycles. The items totaled $3,550 in value. There is no suspect information.

passenger seat. They waited for about 10 minutes before calling police. A 24-year-old Thornton woman came out after the officer arrived and said she had kept looking out the front windows from Barnes & Noble to check on the child. She was issued a summons and the Adams County Social Services was advised of the incident.

Second-degree burglary: An officer was dispatched March 4 to Northern Electric, Inc. at 1275 W. 124th Ave. in reference to a burglary to a trailer. Two employees said they discovered a lock had been cut off from the trailer and tools valued at $3,500 were stolen from inside. There is no suspect information.

Theft: A 20-year-old Broomfield man was arrested March 5 at Kohl’s at 11875 Sheridan Blvd. after he tried to steal merchandise valued at $83.99 from the store. A loss prevention officer saw the man select one beanie and one pair of Vans shoes. He removed the shoes from the box and put them on his feet. He then concealed the beanie down the front of his pants and passed all checkout points, making no attempt to pay for the merchandise. He was issued a summons and released.

Child abuse, criminal neglect resulting in no injury: An officer was dispatched March 5 to the parking lot in front of Starbucks at 9372 N. Sheridan Blvd. in reference to a child neglect in progress. Two City of Westminster employees said they parked next to an older model beige Ford Explorer and saw that it was running with a small child inside. The child was wrapped in a blanket and sitting in the front

Items in the police reports are compiled from public information contained in police department records. Charges or citations listed don’t imply guilt or innocence, and all people are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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tographed and documented food stories around the globe, and her photos have been published in 35 cookbooks and national food magazines, such as Savor, Food and Wine, Sunset, 5280 and Cowboys and Indians. “We’re excited to be able to express our passion for the food, farmers and foragers of the Front Range!” said McNeish.

magazine) and “the coolest theater in the world” (Wired). The Littleton location will be Alamo’s first in Colorado and is at 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, Unit 850. For more information, call 303-730-2470 or visit http://www. drafthouse.com/denver/littleton.

Urban Almanac

Erica McNeish and Laurie Smith are both food lovers and food “professionals,” having worked as a food stylist and food photographer. The pair has recently announced the launch of “The Urban Almanac” at www.theurbanalmanac.com. The website offers a seasonal online guide that features the bounty of food, drink and artisanal products that come solely from Colorado. “The idea is to bring Coloradans great stories about passionate, local and sometimes unknown purveyors. Through blogging about these artisans, we get to do what we love most: discover what is happening locally, document their stories with photographs, develop recipes with their products, and do what we can to spread the good word,” said Smith. The Urban Almanac includes feature stories and recipes for breakfasts, lunches, desserts and main courses, hot drinks, cold drinks, cocktails and much more all featuring Colorado products. It provides “foodies” with a unique resource for tracking and tasting local flavors. McNeish has been a food lover her entire life and made a career of it as a freelance food stylist. She has styled 10 cookbooks (including two award winners) and her work has been featured in magazines including Gourmet, 5280, Sunset and Cowboys and Indians. Smith is a freelance photographer, specializing in the world of food and travel. She has pho-

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She’s my friend

Ellen M. Robinson is now director of Health & Wellness at the Office of Gov. John Hickenlooper. Congrats to the Milk Maid for landing a great job. She’s done well for herself, however. When I grow up, I want to be her! Sublurbia on a customer who drops off four large bottles of beer for a clerk at a Cherry Creek North store: After the customer leaves, clerk says to his fellow employees: “I guess I have to be a whole lot nicer to him from now on.” 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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Caring for our Seniors and their pets Seniors, do you need help with a project?

The Companion Care Program of The Senior Hub has received funding to reimburse seniors for urgent care visits to their veterinarian or other health-related animal care professional. If you are a senior and your pet needs urgent care, you may be eligible to receive reimbursement up to $250 for one or more visits. Call Linda Rinelli at The Senior Hub, Inc. at 720-859-2248 or e-mail lrinelli@seniorhub.org for further information about enrolling in The PetVet Program. Funding is limited, so please call and enroll in this program soon.

Does your home need some indoor or outdoor painting, porch staining, deep housecleaning or home organizing? Perhaps you need a small ramp built over your steps? Do you need some heavier yard work done? We have two volunteer groups available this year – in June and in September – willing to assist. Call Linda at 720-859-2248 for further information.

Spring Clean Up just around the corner

Each year The Senior Hub Respite and In-Home program reaches out to seniors in our community who need some help to get their yards and homes in shape for the summer. This year’s Spring Clean Up will be held on three consecutive Saturdays – April 27, May 4 and May 11. Volunteer teams are need-

ed in your community to help our neighborhood seniors tidy up their yard, wash windows, plant flowers and get their homes ready for the summer. If you can help as a volunteer or if you are a senior who would like help, please contact Linda Rinelli at 720-859-2248 as soon as you can.

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Dine, deliver or donate to support Meals On Wheels March is a special month for The Senior Hub Meals on Wheels program. We participate in a nationwide campaign entitled “March for Meals” along with thousands of other Meals on Wheels Association of America member agencies. Throughout the month various events are planned to educate our business leaders, their staff and local residents of the availability of the program, the need for volunteers and to increase financial support for elders living in our neighborhoods. As a participant in this campaign you will support Meals on Wheels recipients such as a 97-year-old gentleman who lives alone in his mobile home,

with no family, dependent upon our warm nutritious noon-day meal and the assistance of our delivery volunteers. Thanks to the kindness of his Meals on Wheels volunteers, he is no longer threatened by prowlers jumping on his dark porch at 2 a.m. Volunteers installed a sensor light, reinforced his porch door, and replaced his locks with a new set of security locks. He especially looks forward to his meal on Friday when he is the last client to receive delivery and his volunteer stays and visits with him while he eats. Your donations could assist the aging couple in Westminster with major health issues, and who were surviving on

cold cereal and sandwiches because arthritis and declining health had prohibited them from cooking at a hot stove. They did not want to feel like a burden to their children and thus refrained from discussing their needs, concerns, or limitations with their loved ones, who do not live in their immediate area. When the children discovered a very bare refrigerator and some weight loss in their parents, they contacted Meals on Wheels for assistance. At first the couple was afraid of accepting strangers into their home to assist them. A gradual introduction to caring, trustworthy, CBI background-checked, friendly volunteers, and some

The Senior Hub Advisor has a new look We want to thank Colorado Community Media for its years of support of The Senior Hub and the community we serve. The Advisor, which has been the newsletter for The Senior Hub for some time, will now be seen in a condensed version every month right here in these pages. Same great services

and great advice for seniors, and all focused on the older population in our local neighborhoods and their families. Please join us in celebrating our new look and thanking Colorado Community Media for it years of support. Together we will continue to MAKE A DIFFERENCE for those we serve.

Fundraiser Locations Join us at one of the host restaurants below. Dine with us and a portion of the proceeds from your dinner will be donated to The Senior Hub Meals On Wheels program to be used to maintain our level of client service in spite of the declining economy. Please remember cash donations are also welcome.

warm chicken and meatloaf meals have alleviated their fears and improved their lives significantly. Mayors will deliver meals on Wednesday, March 20, and representatives from businesses serving seniors have been invited to assist with meal delivery as their schedule permits. Interested individuals are encouraged to support the program by calling 303 426-4408. We are proud and pleased to partner with Mike Shaw Subaru, 1640 W. 104th Avenue, Thornton, during March. Mike and his staff will be collecting cash donations for the Meals on Wheels program. The drop-

Great Scotts: Monday, March 11 from 2-9 p.m. (I-36 & Pecos) 1551 Cortez St., Denver, CO Cinzzetti’s: Thursday, March 14 from 5-9 p.m. 281 W. 104th Ave., Northglenn, CO Rosita’s: Tuesday, March 19 ALL DAY 8050 Federal Blvd, Westminster, CO Jay’s Grille & Bar: Monday, March 25 from 1-9 p.m. 7820 N. Washington St., Denver, CO Mickey’s Top Sirloin: Thursday, March 28 from 4-10 p.m. (72nd & Broadway) 6950 Broadway, Denver, CO Westy’s: Accepting donations throughout the week of March 25-29 6871 Lowell Blvd., Westminster, CO Lodo’s Bar and Grill: Accepting donations throughout the month of March 3053 W. 104th Ave, Westminster, CO

off for food or personal care items for our senior food bank is located at 2360 W. 90th Ave. in Federal Heights. Test drive one of Mike’s Subarus today and remember to make your donations to The Senior Hub Meals on Wheels. (Online donations can be taken at www. seniorhub.org/donations). Your participation in this campaign will provide invaluable assistance to over 200 clients who rely on our daily service. Whether you dine, deliver or donate, you will make a positive difference in the lives of Senior Hub Meals on Wheels homebound older adults.

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Holy Family’s David Sommers goes up for a layup during the Tigers’ 63-30 win over Buena Vista on Friday in the Class 3A boys regional tournament. Photos by Jonathan Maness

Holy Family boys roll through regionals Tigers to face Eaton in Great Eight round By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com BROOMFIELD - The Holy Family boys basketball team has turned into a powerhouse in the Class 3A, and the squad proved its dominance in the Class 3A regional tournament. Holy Family rolled by Buena Vista, 63-30, and Manitou Springs, 48-21, at the regional tournament last weekend to advance to the state tournament — which will be played at Moby Arena on the CSU campus in Fort Collins. The Tigers, who are the No. 3 seed, will open the state bracket against Eaton on Thursday. Holy Family defeated Eaton 5647 earlier this season and the boys’ 3A state title game is scheduled for Saturday at 5:30 p.m. The Tigers advanced to the Great Eight last season, but lost to Kent Denver 29-26 and Holy Family finished the season falling to Valley 54-41 in the third-place game. This season, Holy Family used its defense to advance out of the regional round. The Tigers held Buena Vista to only seven first-half points on Friday and only allowed Manitou Springs to score five points in the second half. “We are a defensive team,” Holy Family coach Pete Villecco said. “We emphasize

Holy Family’s Devlin Granberg pulls up for a jump shot during the Tigers’ 48-21 win over Manitou Springs on Saturday in the Class 3A boys regional tournament. defense and toughness.” That defensive prowess has been a big

reason for Holy Family’s success this season, and on Saturday the Tigers defense was arguably its best all season. Holy Family only allowed Manitou Springs to shoot 19 percent from the field and outscored the Mustangs 40-9 over the final three quarters. It was the seventh time this season that the Tigers, who go into the state tournament, have allowed fewer than 30 points a game. Like most of the season it was a team effort for the Tigers. Junior Devlin Granberg led the way for the Tigers with 13 points, while Austin Brown and David Sommers each had nine points. Senior Jarron Sprenger didn’t score any points for Holy Family, but grabbed a team-high eight boards. “It’s a team effort and the coaching staff preaches defense,” Sommers said. “And (Saturday) it was exceptional. We’ve been working hard at practice and it is paying off.” Friday it was much of the same for the Tigers, who only allowed the Demons to make two baskets in the first half. The Tigers jumped out to a 10-4 lead after the first quarter and then pushed their lead to 28-7 at the half. Holy Family also outscored Buena Vista 35-23 in the second half. Sommers led the way with 14 points, while sophomore Nick Kruetzer added 10 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Ten different players scored for the Tigers in the game.

JAGUARS LOSE IN OPENING ROUND

No. 28 Jefferson Academy fell 53-40 to No. 5 Moffat County in the opening round of the 3A girls state basketball tournament. Alyson Thimsen scored 11 points to lead the Jaguars, who finished the season 10-13 overall.

PINNACLE FALLS TO COLORADO ACADEMY

The No. 18 Pinnacle Timberwolves had their season come to a disappointing end Friday, falling to Colorado Academy 62-49 in the opening round of the 3A boys state basketball tournament. Colorado Academy was paced by Jack Buckmelter, the Timberwolves finished the season 14-9 overall and won the Frontier League after going 12-0 in the league.

ACADEMY SQUADS SWEPT IN FIRST ROUND

The Wildcat girls lost to No. 6 Pagosa Springs 49-23 on Friday. The Academy, which was the No. 27 seed, was led by Falagrady, who had six points. Brittany Watts grabbed a team-high seven boards. The Wildcats finished the season 11-13 overall and 6-5 in the Frontier League. The Academy boys also were ousted in the first round, falling to Colorado Springs Christian 52-39 on Friday. The Wildcats couldn’t overcome a slow start, being outscored 9-2 in the opening period and falling behind 2414 at halftime. The Academy boys finished the season 14-9 overall and 10-2 in the Frontier League.

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The Holy Family girls basketball team were certainly on top of its defensive effort in the Class 3A regional tournament. And, it was an effort the Tiger fans are hoping to carry over into this week’s state tournament, which will be played at Moby Arena on the CSU campus in Fort Collins. The Tigers defeated Sheridan 66-20 in their first-round game on March 8 and then followed with a 43-28 victory against Platte Valley on March 9. With the back-to-back wins the Tigers will carry a 19-5 record into the Great Eight. Holy Family, which is the second seed, will open the state bracket against Trinidad on Thursday and will be making its sixth appearance in the state tournament in seven years.

The Tigers have won the state title but we got the shots when it counted.” from 2008 to 2011. RD THAgainst Sheridan, the Tigers “We’re going to the party,” Holy jumped out to a 12-2 advantage in the Family coach Ron Rossi said. “We felt first quarter and extended the margin that a personal storm hit us last year to 24-5 by halftime. Sheridan’s season when we lost to Florence. We just ended with a 12-11 overall record. wanted to come and give it our best Monica Stokes was the only Holy shot as we have a lot of kids with a lot Family player to reach double figures - SELL - TRADEwith - NEW10- USED - SELF-RELIANCE of heart. It’s nice to getBUY back to state.” teammates scoring at least Neither Sheridan nor Platte Val- two points. ley were able to come up with at least The Chavez sisters each scored one quarter in which they were able to nine points with three other players score in double-digits. chipping in eight. Offensively and defensively, it was “We just came out with a mental a splendid weekend for the Chavez bang overall, but we started slow,” said sisters, junior Lindsey and freshman Stokes. “We just wanted to step up afKatie, as well as their teammates. ter that and we were strong the rest of The duo combined to score 29 the way. They played hard against us, points against Platte Valley and 16 but we were able to make up for our against Sheridan. mistakes.” “We can’t wait to play at state and The defense proved effective as now we’ll just have to see how we can the Tigers forced 32 turnovers against do,” Katie Chavez said. “We came out Sheridan. In the meantime, they only a bit tentative against Platte Valley, turned the ball over eight times.

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jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com ARVADA - Pomona’s dominance on the wrestling mat wasn’t overlooked, the Panthers had eight wrestlers make Jefferson County All-Conference first team and coach Sam Federico was chosen Coach of the Year. The Panthers won the Class 5A state title with 125 points and had six wrestlers place, including Archie Colgan — who won state at 160 pounds. Also making the first team from Pomona was Tomas Gutierrez (106), Travis Torres (113), Josh Rosales (120), Lucas Vagher (126), Austin Marvel (138), Matthew Seifert (145) and Mitch Chism (285). Raymond Robledo (132), Ethan Wright (152), Zachary Gomez (170)

and Ramon Yslas (182) all made Jeffco’s All-Conference second team.

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WOLVERINES CRUISE IN OPENER Skyview girls soccer team had six different players score as the Wolverines topped Jefferson 10-0 in the season opener. Jazmyne Escobar had three goals and four assists in the win, while both Samantha Garcia and Brenda Vasquez each had two. Also scoring goals for Skyvew were Amanda Carpio, Andrea Lucero and Monica Mondragon.

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LIGHTNING STRIKE FAST Legacy’s girls soccer team won its season opener on March 7, beating Legend 3-1. Kelsey Killean, Lauren Cook and Michaela Vadeboncoeur all scored for the Lightning.

MUSTANGS TOP NORSE Alexa Swenson and Sofia Garcia each scored goals for Mountain Range to help the Mustangs top Northglenn 2-0 in their season opener. Swenson and Vanessa Gallegos were each rewarded with an assist in the game.

Thornton’s Fenerci chosen EMAC Coach of the Year Shumate and Casares each make EMAC All-Conference first team By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com THORNTON -- The Thornton High School boys team celebrated an impressive 2013 season. Not only did the Trojans make the Class 5A state basketball tournament, they finished third in the Eastern Metro League. Thornton also finished the season with a perfect 11-0 record at home, which helped the Trojans’ coach Sercan Fenerci earn EMAC Coach of the Year. Fenerci, who is in his second year as Thornton’s head coach, helped the Trojans improve from 4-18 in his first year to 14-10 this season. The Trojans also improved their league record from 2-10 to 6-3. Trojans’ guard Samuel Shumate and Northglenn’s Angel Casares each were chosen to the EMAC All-Conference first team. Shumate, who is a senior, averaged 10.8 points a game to lead the Trojans.

He also hit a team-high 45 treys this season and was second on the team in assists (1.3). Shumate scored a season best 25 points against Adams City on Feb. 12. He drained four three-pointers in the game. Casares, who is also a senior, led the Norse in scoring (14.2) and threepointers (42). Casares was also second on the team in rebounds with 3.8, he had a season-high 26 points against Pomona on Nov. 29. He was a perfect 12 for 12 from the line in the game. He scored more than 20 points five times this season. Making the second team was Thornton’s Daezionte Henderson and Donovan Gomez-Onofre, as well as Northglenn’s Jordan Radebaugh and Jalyn Johnson. Henderson, who was the lone sophomore that started for the Trojans, was fourth on the team in scoring (7.0) and second in rebounding (6.8). Gomez-Onofre led the Trojans with 2.5 assists a game, and was second in scoring (10.3). Thornton had their season come to an end in the opening round of the state playoffs, after falling to Liberty 68-43. Radebaugh led Northglenn in re-

Thornton’s Samuel Shumate pulls up for a jumper during the Trojans’ playoff game against Legend earlier this season. Shumate was recently chosen to the EMAC All-Conference first team. Photo by Jonathan Maness bounding (4.7) and blocks (.7), he also was second on the squad in points (8.0) and steals (1.5). Johnson, who is only a sophomore, was second on team in assists (1.4) and also averaged 5.6 points for the Norse. Northglenn finished the season 9-14 overall and was 5-4 in the EMAC.

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WESTMINSTER NEWS IN A HURRY Grange to host Leprechaun Gala

The Westminster Grange is hosting a Leprechaun Gala, or crazy dinner at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 17, at 3935 W 73rd Ave. Donations will be taken for community service work. RSVP to westminstergrange184@q. com. For further information contact Sharon Arnold at 303-428-1835 or sarnold41@ juno.com.

Town hall meeting to focus on jobs and the economy

Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp and Sen. Evie Hudak are hosting a town hall meeting focusing on jobs and the economy, including a presentation by Jennifer Cassell, legislative liaison and policy advisor from the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade. The meeting will be 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 16, at Covenant Village of Colorado Smith Fellowship Hall, 9153 Yarrow St. in Westminster. Kraft-Tharp is also hosting community coffee sessions from 6:307:30 p.m. every fourth Thursday of the month at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive in Westminster.

Broomfield Academy offering summer academic programs

Broomfield Academy will again offer individualized and advanced junior kindergarten, kindergarten preparation, elementary preparation and intermediate preparation programming this summer. This academic program provides a balanced approach to

learning, fun and exercise during the summer. Parents can sign up their child for the entire summer or just for the weeks and days needed. To request registration materials or for more information, please call 303-4696449 or visit www.broomfieldacademy.com.

Pet vaccination/ licensing clinic

Westminster Animal Management is teaming up with veterinarians from Spay Today and Foothills Animal Shelter to offer low-cost dog and cat vaccinations from 2-4 p.m. March 16 at Murdoch’s Ranch and Farm Supply, 9150 Wadsworth Blvd. Dog licenses will also be available for purchase. No appointment is necessary. All residents of Westminster, both in Adams and Jefferson counties, are required by law to license their dogs. Vaccinations are $15 each. Dog licenses are $15 each for spayed or neutered dogs, and $30 each for unaltered dogs.

Mobile spay/neuter clinic for dogs and cats

Foothills Animal Shelter’s mobile surgical unit is providing low-cost spay/ neuter procedures for cats and dogs. Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, March 16, at Murdoch’s Ranch and Farm Supply, 9150 Wadsworth Blvd. Surgery space is limited, and is on a first come, first served basis. Fees are $20 for cats and $60 for dogs. For an additional fee, they can vaccinate, microchip and license your pet.

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The Front Range Airport control tower, shown in an undated photo above, was constructed in 2005 for $5.7 million. The tower will be closed on April 7 as a part of the $85.4 billion in indiscriminate sequestered cuts targeted for 2013 after Congress failed to pass a deficit-reduction plan by March 1. Courtesy photo

Looming control tower closure sparks concern Critics say cuts would curb DIA, Spaceport Colorado operations By Darin Moriki

dmoriki@ourcoloradonews.com The closure of Front Range Airport’s control tower is generating concern from airport officials and federal legislators, who say the impending cuts in the coming weeks will impact Denver International Airport and the viability of Spaceport Colorado. The cuts, which will eliminate five full-time airport controller positions and shutter the eight-year-old control tower, is a part of the $85.4 billion in sequestered cuts targeted for 2013. The cuts began on March 1 after Congress failed to pass a deficit-reduction plan. Front Range Airport is one of the 173 small- to medium-sized airports across the country targeted for airport controller reductions and control tower closures beginning on April 7. Front Range Airport Executive Di-

rector Dennis Heap said the closure will limit the types of aircraft permitted to land at the airport and eliminate positive control measures used to monitor air traffic near Denver International Airport six miles away. In all, Heap said it costs about $50,000 to operate the airport control tower each month, including insurance and maintenance. The 27-year-old airport operated without a control tower until one was built in 2005 for $5.7 million, but Heap said the need for one is greater than before because modern jets are faster and require more positive control. Without an airport control tower in place, Heap said airport officials will have to send out more advisory reports to pilots who take off or land at the airport, including wind direction, wind speed and weather conditions. “An airport is a long-term investment — you don’t build an airport to expect a return in a couple of years, because it takes a lot of time to build that infrastructure,” Heap said. “To me, as an American citizen and taxpayer, why would we shut down a perfectly good infrastructure when we have much

national debate about infrastructure that’s crumbling and falling apart and how we need more? I understand that we have to cut costs and we should cut costs, but why cut an important piece of infrastructure?” Front Range Airport Authority member Barry Gore said the cuts may also impact the viability of future spaceport operations at the airport, because of its close proximity to DIA. “I don’t think that we could launch and land space planes without a staffed tower at Front Range Airport,” Gore said. “Because of the impacts to DIA, we would need to be able to coordinate between the two airports.” In a letter addressed to FAA Administrator Michael P. Huerta, Congressmen Mike Coffman, R-Aurora, and Ed Perlmutter, D-Golden, said the projected cuts are “inappropriate and harmful.” “Control of all aircraft movement in and around DIA is obviously very important,” the letter read in part. “Without the tower at FTG, an increase to the workload of regional and other controllers to ensure separation, and thus a reduction in safety, can be expected.”

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