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Alias, allegations of harassment on Thornton’s campaign trail
Ayala. e other backs mayoral candidate Julia Marvin.
e man behind that door, Dariush Namazi, says the signs aren’t his.
“ at’s all my wife’s stu ,” Namazi said.
State courts strike down unlimited time for abuse claims
Legislature had hoped to extend statute of limitations for victims
BY JESSE PAUL AND ELLIOTT WENZLER THE COLORADO SUN
When a group of Colorado lawmakers in 2020 sought to end the state’s statute of limitations for lawsuits in child sex assault cases, some victims and victims’ advocates wanted them to try to go even further.
eir request was that Colorado give victims of abuse for whom the statute of limitations had expired a window to sue not only their abusers, but also organizations that shielded the perpetrators or negligently allowed the abuse to continue.
BY LUKE ZARZECKI LZARZECKI@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
e front door at a house o ornton’s 118t2h Avenue has three signs.
On top is a woodcut that displays the name “Namazi” proudly. Directly underneath are two campaign signs. One signals support for City Council candidate Roberta e nonpartisan O ce of Legislative Legal Services, which o ers state lawmakers legal advice, said such a window would violate the state’s constitution, which prohibits the General Assembly from reviving a claim for which the statute of limitations has run out. It turns out that opinion held merit. e Colorado Supreme Court last week struck down the part of Senate Bill 88, a law passed by the legislature in 2021, giving victims of child sex abuse dating back to the 1960s a threeyear window starting on Jan. 1, 2022, to le lawsuits against their abusers and the institutions or organizations that failed to stop the abuse. e high court’s decision was unanimous.
Namazi is better known by another name, Danny Kulmann, in political circles and on social media. It turns out that’s the same last name as Mayor Jan Kulmann, though he’s not related. And, it seems like an odd coincidence coming from the man behind the door that has a sign supporting Kulmann’s adversary in the mayor’s race.
Kulmann, for her part, is concerned about it and alleges that Namazi is trying to hurt her political image and that sometimes Namazi’s actions have left her feeling scared.
Namazi has made himself seen at events around town – and in the garb of a pro-MAGA supporter, acting like the mayor’s biggest fan. He touts former President Trump’s “Make America Great Again” and his Danny Kulmann name as he shadows Mayor Kulmann on the campaign trail seeking reelection to what would be a nal term in the o ce.
Legacy Foundation hosts golf invitational e Westminster Legacy Foundation is hosting the 15th Annual J & Nancy Heil Tribute Golf Invitational on July 31 at Legacy Ridge Golf Course. e proceeds from the 2023 Heil Golf Invitation will advance the artistic, cultural and academic success for the students that are participating in the performing arts at Westminster High School. e funds raised will help with out tting with uniforms and updating instruments for the Mariachi Band, equipping students playing in the orchestra and providing extra instructional coaching for students who want to learn how to better play, sing or act. Proceeds will also provide scholarships to two graduating seniors. e link to sponsor or register is https://westyfoundation.networkforgood.com/events/54139-15thannual-j-nancy-heil-tribute-invitational-golf-tournament
Westminster State of the City Aug. 23 e Westminster Chamber of Commerce will host Mayor Nancy McNally as she discusses city improvements, updates, and changes from key city sta . e presentation is set for 11:30 a.m. Aug. 23 at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Denver, 8773 Yates Dr. Attendees represent diverse interests and industry and will walk away with a greater understanding of our community.
Lunch is provided at this event.
GOCO $350K grant goes to the High Line Canal preservation work e grant is part of GOCO’s Land Acquisition program, which supports urban and rural landscape, waterway, and habitat protection priorities and improves access to the outdoors. e High Line Canal is in a time of transition as its owner, Denver Water, reduces its reliance on the Canal for irrigation delivery. e High Line Canal Conservancy is planning for its future as a recreational, ecological, historical, and stormwater resource.
E orts to protect the High Line Canal as a regional open space picked up a $350,000 grant from Great Outdoors Colorado.
High Line Canal is a 71-mile, 860-acre corridor provides valuable recreation access for the Denver-metro region. It winds through some of its most diverse communities, connecting neighbors to schools, community centers, and more than 8,000 acres of parks and open spaces. e canal spans communities in Denver, Douglas, Adams, and Arapahoe Counties, passing through a diversity of Front Range ecosystems along the way.
Leave No Trace Summer Photography
Contest kicks off Westminsters contest to collect the best photos of the city’s natural beauty kicked o with the summer solstice and continues through July 17.
Contestants can submit their best photos with the #LeaveNoTrace hashtag, with prizes.
Winners have a chance to get free recreation passes, complimentary rounds of golf and a grand prize Deluxe Glamping Weekend package at Standley Lake.
“We all need to work together to keep Westminster beautiful,” said Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Director Tomás Herrera-Mishler.
“ at’s why the City is partnering with Leave No Trace to further strengthen our community’s shared commitment to environmental stewardship.”
Submissions close July 17. Submit photos at www.cityofwestminster.us/photocontest. Participants can submit multiple photos.
To learn more about Leave No Trace and the seven guiding principles visit www.LNT.org. To register for the Great Global Cleanup, click here.
A Stroll in the Garden for CASA e Court Appointed Special Advocate program, or CASA, for the 11th Judicial District is promoting one of its major fundraisers now scheduled for September.
CASA is inviting supporters to come enjoy a Stroll in the Garden at this year’s Indulge for CASA Gala from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sept. 13 at Denver’s Balistreri Vineyards, 1946 E 66th Ave. is Garden Party will be full of delicious food and drinks, fantastic auction prizes, exciting entertainment, and more! Indulge for CASA is presented by the Kenneth & Myra Monfort Charitable Foundation.
CASA’s mission is to provide court-appointed volunteer advocacy for children and youth from the child welfare system so every child can be safe, have a permanent home, and have the opportunity to thrive.
Healthy Farmers Markets e markets will provide $20 produce vouchers for residents who are 65+ or are enrolled in WIC, SNAP, or Medicaid. ere will also be recipes and nutrition information available.
Adams County and Anythink Libraries are o ering Healthy Farmers Markets in ornton for residents through Sept. 28.
Tuesday markets will be from 9 a.m. to noon through Sept. 26, at Anythink Huron, 9417 Huron St. ursday markets will be from 9 a.m. to noon throughSept. 28, at Anythink Wright Farms, 5877 E. 120 th Ave.
See all upcoming Adams County outreach events at adcogov.org/ outreach-events.
Annual Stars & Stripes Event to Feature Singer Thomas Mac
The annual pre-Independence Day celebration at Riverdale Regional Park is back! Mark your calendars for the third of July celebration. Ward Electric presents a free evening in the park with country singer, Thomas Mac, and a festive display of fireworks.
Food and beverage vendors will begin serving at 4 p.m. Enjoy live music followed by the 9:30 p.m. fireworks show.
For the safety and comfort of your pets and all event attendees, please keep your furry friends at home for the Stars & Stripes event. Visitors are kindly reminded that most fireworks are illegal in Adams County; please leave fireworks of any type to our professionals.
For more event information and Park Rules, visit riverdaleregionalpark.org or call 303 637-8000.
Work Options FREE Culinary Training Program
The Adams County Human Services Department is partnering with local nonprofit Work Options to provide a free culinary training program for residents.
Program participants train with professional chefs over a six-week course and earn certifications and up to $400 per month. Work Options also offers food truck internships.
In addition to the training program, Work Options provides the Human Services Center 11860 Pecos St., Westminster, with a full menu of breakfast and lunch options including breakfast burritos, pastries, burgers, pizza, daily specials, and more in the Mountain View Café. The café is located on the third floor of HSC.
Learn more about the program at workoptions.org.
‘Taking No Chances’
The 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office and The Link, a community resource and assessment center in Thornton, are offering free, 10-week programs to families of Adams County teenagers to help develop personal and interpersonal drug-resistance skills.
Sessions are from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Call 720-2922811.
Legal self-help clinic
The Access to Justice Committee hosts a free, legal self-help clinic from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month. The program is for customers who don’t have legal representation and need help navigating through legal issues.
Volunteer attorneys are available to discuss such topics as family law, civil litigation, property and probate law.
Call 303-405-3298 and ask for Legal Self-Help Clinic at least 24 hours in advance.
