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WP Aquatic project moves ahead Council gives initial approval to place bond question on November ballot By Norma Engelberg Contributing writer Woodland Park voters will likely have an opportunity in November to approve the bonds needed to build the Woodland Park Aquatic Center and two other city projects,
construction of a new Fleet Maintenance Building and renovations at Memorial Park. At a special Woodland Park City Council meeting on June 3, City Manager David Buttery assured council that the city’s current revenue streams can service the debt for a 20-year bond to pay for construction of these three projects without raising taxes or cutting city services. Council voted unanimously to direct Buttery to send out requests for proposals for the aquatic center.
These “RFPs” will be sent out within a week or so of approval. Bob Carlsen, council liaison to the Woodland Aquatic Project board of directors, said proposals covering the concept design and construction of the center should come back in about 3-4 weeks. “We’ll conduct interviews and choose the contractor that best fits our needs,” he said. “The city will pay between $40,000 and $80,000 for the concept design. This will tell us exactly how much we can expect to pay for constructing the center.”
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Exact numbers are needed to make sure the amount requested in the bond question will cover costs for all three projects. According to documents submitted at the special meeting, the best estimate for the Fleet Maintenance Building is $1.08 million with 46 percent coming out of the general fund and the rest coming out of the city’s 410, 510 and 520 funds that cover such items as streets and drainage projects. Project continues on Page 11
WP council reviews wildfire response Mixed-use development ordinance sent back for revision By Norma Engelberg Contributing writer
Denise Kelly of Lake George photographed this tornado about 12:30 Sunday, June 8, near Lake George. Photo by Denise Kelly
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phill@colorado communitymedia.com Residents in the Lutheran Valley and Turkey Rock area received warning at 1:18 p.m. June 8 to take shelter from a possible tornado heading their way. As the funnel cloud passed over the Florissant area, people in the RV park near Lake George in Park County weren’t so lucky. According to a report in the June 9 edition of the Gazette, the tornado touched down and destroyed six motor
homes in the park. Denise Kelly, a resident who lives nearby caught photos of the funnel cloud and sent copies to The Courier that afternoon. According to the National Weather Service, the tornado was one of seven that touched down in Colorado Sunday afternoon, including one north of Palmer Lake. Marc Dettenrieder, who lives in Florissant, was on his way to Hayden Divide Park to take a run with his dogs about 12:15 p.m. when he received a warning about severe weather in Douglas County. He figured he still had time.
“Three minutes after I let the dogs out of the car this funnel cloud appeared,” he said. “I snapped some photos while the cloud grew substantially.” Forget the run - Dettenrieder gathered up the dogs and headed home. By then, he had received numerous warnings on his cell phone from Teller County. Surprisingly enough, the area didn’t receive much rain. But the incident definitely got his attention “I had never seen a funnel cloud in my life,” said Dettenrieder, whose day job is Teller County commissioner.
Until the very end, the June 5 Woodland Park City Council meeting was business as usual. Councilmember Ken Matthews was away at a conference but the rest of council and Mayor Dave Turley spent most of the meeting hearing updates of wildfire detection and talking about changes to the city’s disaster response. Northeast Teller Country Fire Protection District Chief Tyler Lambert provided information about wild land fire detection and new state-funded programs that will start this summer. “An early-detection study has determined that it’s just too expensive to implement in the Colorado Springs area wild land urban interface,” Lambert said. “The U.S. Forest Service worked with the U.S. Department of Defense but I don’t know all the details. We’re continuing to rely on citizens to be our eyes and ears.” The state has created a new Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control to coordinate wildfire events. There is now a state engine program and a $19-million Colorado Firefighting Air Corps, complete with an expanded single-engine air tanker fleet and fixed wing aircraft equipped with infrared sensors that can help ground crews find fires. Once these aircraft are deployed, they can be over the site of a potential fire within 60 minutes, Lambert said. He also talked about an update to the local wildfire disaster plan. “We’re making 30 Type I engines available within 90 minutes and we’re learning what it takes to mobilize large amounts of equipment in a short period of time,” he Wildfire continues on Page 11
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Crash closes 67 for three hours By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com Colo. Highway 67 from Divide to Cripple Creek was closed for about three hours the afternoon of June 4, as a result of a two-vehicle accident at mile marker 66. According to the Colorado State Patrol, three people were injured in the accident when the driver of a motor home with Florida license plates crashed and landed on top of a 2014 Toyota sedan. The crash sent both vehicles into the ditch near the John Wesley Ranch. Bruce Thomas, the driver of the Toyota, was flown to Penrose Main Hospital with serious injuries while his passenger, Sharon Thomas, was taken by ambulance to Penrose. The Thomases are from New Zealand. The driver of the motor home, Michael Middleton, was also taken by ambulance to Penrose with minor injuries. The crash occurred at 2.30 p.m.
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Are you bear aware? Find out at community meeting in Woodland Park Staff report Do you know what to do if you encounter a bear? How likely are you to cross paths? And, are you unknowingly attracting bears into your backyard? Discover all this and more at a Community Bear Awareness meeting Tuesday, June 17 in Woodland Park. The meeting will run from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and be held in the City Hall Council Chambers, 220 W. South Avenue. District Wildlife Managers will discuss bear biology, habitat and behavior and problems specific to Woodland Park, Teller County and the Ute Pass area. Everyone in the community is welcome. Find out what you can do to help protect bears and your family, how to reduce negative human/bear encounters in the community and ways to increase appreciation of and respect for these majestic wild animals. “This is great bear habitat and every year we have conflicts in this area. Unfortunately, sometimes those conflicts end with the death of a bear,” said Tonya Sharp, District Wildlife Manager in Woodland Park. “This meeting is a great opportunity for people to find out what they can do to help keep that from happening.” Colorado Parks and Wildlife is working closely with the Keep Woodland Park Beautiful Chapter and the City of Woodland Park to educate the residents on how to become more bear aware. CPW and the City have presented bear information to Columbine Elementary School, canvassed neighborhoods and have had informational booths set up at the annual clean-up day and July 4th celebration all in an effort to keep bears wild in Woodland Park. For questions or more information, contact Lisa Parnell at 719-687-5209.
Bill Page, who owns Gold Hill Square Shopping Center, has requested a change in the tax-increment financing agreement for businesses that move from Gold Hill South to Woodland Station. Photo by Pat Hill
Page shakes up the DDA By Pat Hill
phill@colorado communitymedia.com Bill Page, who owns Gold Hill Square South, has inserted a wrinkle in the taxincrement financing program which applies to businesses within the Downtown Development Authority. Approved by district property owners in 2002, the DDA relies on tax increments from new construction, or improvements, to help fund project development within the boundaries. Page has requested a TIF policy that would restrict current tenants such as Goodwill Industries from receiving a TIF agreement if they elect to move away
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from Gold Hill South to another designated DDA property. Gold Hill Square is also within the DDA boundaries. For instance, A TIF agreement within Woodland Station funded infrastructure improvements that included drainage and sidewalks for Woodland Hardware. A memorandum provided to DDA board members before the meeting June 3 cites Page’s view that “Gold Hill South vacancies are at an all-time high and that he needs time to work with existing tenants to formulate a strategy that will suit the long-term success of individual tenants and the Gold Hill South center collectively.” As a result of Page’s request, the DDA board convened a finance subcommittee: Merry Jo Larsen, Tom Carrick, Dale
Schnitker, Michael Faber, Tanner Coy and Brian Fleer, executive director of the office of economic and downtown development. The subcommittee formulated a recommendation that would impose a three-year sunset on the TIF restriction for current Gold Hill South tenants. In the meeting June 3 the board heard comments from the audience that related to TIF policy, either for or against the restriction. According to Fleer, several cited the impediment to commerce by any TIF restriction. Others cited the length of time the policy should be in effect. The DDA board will make its final decision on Page’s request at the meeting July 1.
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Chin Lin Sou: Out of sight, out of mind If you pulled the down side of the oneand-half-inch sisal rope on the pulley-driven mechanism, the entire floor, in about a 10 foot by 12-foot section, would gradually start to drop. Keep the continuous loop of rope moving and it would take maybe as long as a minute to drop to the level below. The platform elevator toward the back of the old Exon Mercantile building (turned Dolores Star’s print shop) would lower you into the damp, dark underworld of a time long forgotten. The basement was mostly empty, except for some long-outdated Christmas ornaments that were once put up on all the light poles around Dolores, and several large wooden boxes in the high dry area. Interestingly enough, the wooden crates were covered with undecipherable foreign writing that I could only imagine what was said. I was told that the boxes probably dated back to the time when Chinese workers labored locally on the railroad. Under the golden dome here in Colorado, there is a stained glass portrait honoring of Chin Lin Sou at the State Capital. Also called “Willie Chin,” he founded six companies here in Colorado, including one, known as the Chinese Trading and Insurance Companies, that sold supplies
to Chinese railroad workers. He is credited with enabling the completion of the Kansas Pacific and the Union Pacific in Colorado. Chinese immigrants working on the railroad, of course, was commonplace throughout much of America’s western expansion. Chin Lin Sou arrived in America in 1859, and because he was fluent in both Chinese and English, he became a foreman working on the completion of the transcontinental railroad in California and across the West. During the 1860’s, 10,000 Chinese were said to be involved in the building of the western leg of the Central Pacific Railroad. Chief Engineer Sam S. Montague cites the Chinese in the work force in his message to the Board of the CPRR for 1865:”It became apparent early in the season, that
the amount of labor likely to be required during the summer could only be supplied by the employment of the Chinese element, of our population. Some distrust was at first felt regarding the capacity af this class for the service required, but the experiment has proved eminently successful. They are faithful and industrious, and under proper supervision, soon become skillful in the performance of their duties. Many of them are becoming very expert in drilling, blasting, and other departments of rock work. In fact, it was a Chinese crew that laid the last rail. “When the railroad was completed on May 10, 1869, an eight man Chinese crew was selected to place the last section of rail – a symbol to honor the dedication and hard work of these laborers. A few of the speakers mentioned the invaluable contributions of the Chinese ...” __ National Park Service “The more famous A.J. Russell photograph could not include the Chinese workers photographed earlier participating in the joining of the rails ceremony because at the moment the famous photo was being taken it was after the conclusion of the ceremony and the Chinese workers were away from the two locomotives to dine at J.H.
Strobridge’s boarding car, being honored and cheered by the CPRR management,” according to the Central Pacific Photographic History Museum. When railroad building slowed in the 1870s, Chin resettled in Blackhawk, hit pay dirt in two of his own mines which he sold for a tidy sum. “During this time,” according to History Colorado, “Chinese workers were discriminated against. Many white people thought they were stealing American jobs. AntiChinese violence erupted in many cities, including Denver. Using his language talents, Chin tried to find jobs for fellow Chinese, but it was hard. In 1882, the U.S. government made it even harder. It passed a law that prohibited Chinese immigrants from becoming citizens, which meant they could not defend themselves in a court of law.” Despite this environment, Chin prospered because of his command of both languages and his solid business acumen, but it wasn’t easy. Examples of negative treatment for Chinese Americans, particularly in the mining communities of Colorado, which were dominated by other Carrigan continues on Page 5
There are two versions of the Battle of Bunker Hill One of the most important battles in the Revolutionary War is the Battle of Bunker Hill. We read about as children and were fascinated that the American army turned back the red coats in America’s most patriotic city. But those facts, my friends, hold about as much truth as a traveling salesman selling tonic water. There was a battle, all right. It took place June 17, 1775. I first visited the site of the battle - or so I thought - in May 1985. I quickly learned that I had been duped by my teachers. And boy was I mad. The last stop on Boston’s Freedom Trail is a shrine to the fog of war. “Breed’s Hill,” a plaque reads. “Site of the Battle of Bunker Hill.” What? Another plaque bears the famous order given American troops as the British charged up not-Bunker Hill. “Don’t fire ‘til
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you see the whites of their eyes.” But this never happened, according to park rangers who tell the real story of the Battle of Bunker Hill. Lied to again. And guess what, we lost the battle to those darn red coats. So why is our nation’s memory of Bunker Hill mostly bunk? By the way, Paul Revere never completed his famous ride on April 18, 1775, either. He was captured by the British (he was also British, by the way) during his famous ride and never made it to Boston to warn the folks that
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“The British are coming.” Footnote: he would not have said those words because, as we know, he was British. The Revolutionary War - which is my favorite war - was in its early stages in 1775. Boston, in 1775, was much smaller, hillier and more watery than it appears today. The “Back Bay” was still a bay and the “South End” was likewise underwater; hills were later leveled to fill in almost 1,000 acres. Boston was virtually an island, reachable by land only via a narrow neck. I learned a lot of this recently from my friend Josh Steinfeld, who grew up in Boston and is a rabid Red Sox fan. Too bad for him. Despite popular belief, Boston was not the cradle of liberty in 1775. One in five families, including those of leading patriots, owned slaves. The city’s inhabitants were viciously divided. Just as many were “loyalists” as were “rebels.” The first shots in the Battle of Bunker Hill came in the early morning from the
British sloop-of-war Lively. They landed far short of the men on Breed’s Hill and caused no damage. But they frightened the militiamen to such a degree that many dropped their shovels and axes and tried to hide behind the redoubt. American Colonel William Prescott assured them that the ship’s cannon could not reach their position and that they must continue working on the breastwork. The shooting from the Lively soon stopped, but cannon fire from the other British ships in the Charles River took over. Most of these shots also were short, but one shell hit a water supply and another hit a militiaman working outside the redoubt. The British eventually took possession of both Breed’s Hill and Bunker Hill. They had won the battle, but at a terrible cost. Summers continues on Page 5
Your driver’s license In about 1910 there were enough automobiles around that the idea of a driver’s license started here in Colorado. It would take another eight or nine years before they thought they needed to make it harder to get. As the roads got better, the drivers were not! Around the time of World War One the idea of road rules were being explored. I have done a column or two on some of these rules. From state to state and town to town the rules were different. Many of the unique rule are still occasionally still to be found. The states were the first to want to standardize their rules, but the coming of the Interstate highways in the late 1950s brought national rules. It would be around 1918 that Colorado thought about actually having a standard test for getting a driver’s license. Starting in October 1918, all applicants for a license had to take an oral examination on their driving knowledge. At first a chief of police, the city clerk and a member of the Automobile club would interview a prospective driver. After a few months this was deemed too involved, and a regular test was standardized, and a civil servant would conduct the test. Once the written test was finished, a driving test followed. Experienced drivers did not have to take the driving test if they could prove they were a good driver. When this started it was decided that sixteen was the minimum age for a license, but there were many as young as ten who
were already driving cars. These were told, usually, to stay off the main streets! In areas where tourists gathered, like Colorado Spring or Denver, the city required special permits to drive in their cities, because of their unique rules. Many accidents during this time were caused by drivers who lived in towns with different rules. Hand signals, long before electric turn signals, usually caused the accidents as one towns signals might be different from others. In areas where there were traffic lights that was worse. The lights were just coming in around the country, but only in the big towns. Again, in many place they are still not standardized over the country. Occasionally, an out of state driver failed the local test, and were not allowed to drive in that city! The fortunate thing for some of these drivers was that the police often did not have automobiles! They might have a motorcycle, but more commonly they only had a bicycle, even horses. Unless they saw someone speeding or doing something dangerous did they stop someone.
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Runner bitten by the mountain biking bug I have a new love in my life and my wife not only knows about it … she approves. I’ve been bitten by the mountain biking bug. Quite surprising for a veteran of 40 years of trail running. It was 15 years ago, when I walked into Team Telecycle at 615 Baldwin Avenue in Woodland Park and introduced myself to owner Paul Magnuson telling him I’d be back soon to buy a mountain bike. It only took me to May 3rd of this year to make good on that promise. It really wasn’t an issue of procrastination, it’s just that every spring, I’d decide to research buying a bicycle and find myself too busy to do so. I’d then rationalize that if I was too busy to do the research, I was certainly too busy to find time to ride and therefore, should wait. This year was different. Once again, I didn’t have the time to become an informed bicycle consumer but I decided to buy one anyway hoping that if it was sit-
ting in my garage, I’d find the time to ride it. So I headed out to Team Telecycle with absolutely no idea of what I was looking for in a mountain bike. It turned out that everything I needed to know about purchasing a bike I could learn from Magnuson. During a 90-minute stint in his store, he used his 39 years of experience to tactfully guide me through the process of finding the right bike patiently answering every dumb novice cyclist question I could think of.
I returned the next day and Magnuson let me take three different bikes out for a test ride so I could narrow down my choice. For you cycling aficionados, I settled on a Specialized Full-Suspension Camber 29 and I love it! I have now joined the 2.5 billion people world-wide who ride bicycles. And the amazing thing is that I’m actually making the time to cycle. As I was pedaling up Rampart Range Road last week, I found myself wondering what I liked about being on a bike. I could think of a number of reasons why running was a better experience … you go slower, so you see more; you’re feet are in contact with the ground, so it’s a more visceral experience; and there’s certainly less gear to deal with. So why was I having so much fun? The answer came to me in a flash. I felt reconnected to my childhood and believe me that was a while ago.
I felt that sense of freedom from my childhood of being able to travel relatively long distances quickly. I remembered the hard work it took to climb a hill and how invigorating it was to fly downhill and feel my body cutting through the warm summer air. For a short time, I could be 12 years old again. Tune in next week for some tips for cyclists from my conversations with Paul Magnuson. I’ll also try to get him to share some of his favorite mountain biking trails. Cord Prettyman is a certified Master Personal Trainer and owner of Absolute Workout Fitness and Post-Re-hab Studio in Woodland Park. He can be reached at 6877437, by email at cordprettyman@msn.com or though his website at www.cordprettyman.com.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor: My Name is Violet Watt. You will see my name in the top slot for Assessor on the ballot that arrived in your mailbox just a few days ago. I earned that spot at the Republican Assembly by personally contacting every delegate that I could reach — by articulating my vision and with the assistance of many friends who recognize as I do, that the Teller County Assessor’s office is on a misguided path. All of us understand that if we want a properly operated, equitable assessment process, new leadership is the solution. I did not embark on this mission without a clear idea of what the office entails. I worked in the Teller County Assessor’s office. I watched and learned how the process functions. I respected the leadership in those early years and although I surely made some mistakes along the way, I learned not just the mechanics of the appraisal and equalization tasks, but gained an appreciation for the importance
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Out of 2,200 troops, 268 British soldiers and officers had been killed; another 828 were wounded. The Americans also suffered heavy casualties with 115 killed and 305 wounded.
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ethnic collections of newly-arrived Irish and Italian immigrants, made for pronounced racial tension. Following are local examples. • From January 20, 1900 edition of the Silverton Standard “Hop joints raided.” “Last Tuesday night Marshal Lyle and Night watchman Leonard raided a few “hop’ joints took the inmates who were “hitting the pipe.” The following, almond-eyed heathens were gobbled up by the officers: Joe, Dutch, Wang and Tom, who gave bond to appear before Squire Watson’s the following day. The places raid are located over the Saddle Rock Restaurant and Jack Smith’s place opposite Ludwig’s dance hall on Blair Street. No one was found in the latter dive. The case was continued until Wednesday. Case was called promptly on time and resulted as follows: Joe, $18.70; Wang pleaded not guilty and was accessed $8.70. Tom
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of treating every employee and property owner alike, with respect. As my career progressed, our office was provided with new leadership following the election of 2010. The previous assessor, who had an encyclopedic knowledge of mathematics, statistics and the proven methods used by the vast majority of Colorado counties to insure fair, equitable and accurate assessments, was replaced. Although he was a very good assessor, and an organized and effective manager, he proved to be less of a politician than his opponent. For the first year or so after the new assessor was sworn into office, the staff held together and tried patiently to continue the successful activities that would produce the kind of proper results that our constituents expected. After multiple reorganizations and inconsistent leadership my friends and colleagues began to realize that their futures were not best served by remaining on the team. One by one, each
The British army’s military victory at the battle of Bunker Hill was a moral victory for the colonists, however. Colonists throughout America realized that the conflict was no longer just a rebellion of Bostonians and other Massachusetts colonists against British occupation. The Revolutionary War was on. And now, as Paul Harvey would have said, you know the rest of the story.
pleaded guilty to smoking and fined $27.70. Dutch, for keeping joint $37.70. We failed to find out what they did with John Doe and Richard Roe. “These dens of iniquity should be raided every opportunity as it’s rotten spot on the character of the city the size of Silverton to be infected with such hell-holes. The officers in doing their duty deserve the thanks of the entire community.” • From February 28, 1891 edition of the Silverton Standard “Chinese Leaving.” “About three-fourths of the Chinks have left Silverton and ‘ere long the bland face of a Chinaman will be a curiosity.” Chin Lin Sou was an influential Chinese leader in Colorado and in 1870 was elected mayor of Denver’s Chinatown, or “Hop Alley,” an enclave that was eventually razed in 1950. The Chinese-inscribed boxes in the basement of the Exon building never were satisfactorily explained to me, but I suspect it was much like the photos taken of other workers finishing the transcontinental railroad: out of sight and out of mind.
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seasoned, trained and dedicated employee of the office began exploring alternative options. Those who secured other jobs, some better, some worse, left the office. I found myself, after more than five years of service, having to make the decision to depart as well. Many of us felt as though we had been driven out, and we had no earthly idea why. My decision to leave was difficult because I had dedicated myself to providing the essential service that proper assessments equate to in the overall concept of good government. Nobody enjoys paying taxes, but they are necessary to living in a civilized society effectively, and provide the funding for the infrastructure and services on which we all rely. I was fortunate to join the county finance staff, and was able to continue to contribute to our wellrun county administration. When this election cycle approached, I worked through the Republican Party, where I served as secretary, to recruit a
candidate who might be able to take over and restore the competence of our assessment process, as well as win the election over a seasoned political operator. Despite numerous interested citizens, many of who were personally aggrieved by their treatment at the hands of the assessor, none emerged that could make the life-changing commitment to run for the office and serve. I reluctantly determined, after consulting the party leadership, the aforementioned citizens and my family, that this was too important to our county, community and most importantly our future to remain on the sidelines. I have the qualifications necessary to be an effective assessor, with a Bachelor of Science in business administration, multiple appraisal certifications, conservative training from Leadership Program of the Rockies, Letters continues on Page 9
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Edna M. Vest
June 5, 1915 - April 24, 2010
Edna Mae Hiatt Vest was born June 5, 1915, the first child born to Percy and Irma (Carter) Hiatt. The Hiatt’s resided in Emporia, KS. Edna was one of five children, all now deceased. She attended Emporia Public School and graduated Cum Laude with a teaching degree. She married Fenton Vest and unto this union two children were born – Steven Vest of Duluth, GA, and Shari Vest Mlynek, deceased. Other surviving members are grandchildren Ryan Vest, and Sarah Mlynek-Kobler, greatgrandchildren Hailey Rae, and Logan Kobler Ed and Maddy Mlynek of Colorado Springs. Edna was a long time teacher in the Woodland Park Community. Her ashes are being laid to rest beside her husband in the Woodland Park cemetery in a memorial ceremony on Sat., June 14, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.
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Construction begins on Gold Camp Shooting Sports Center Gillette Flats area facility to serve all of Teller County For the Courier On June 5, 2014, the Teller County Shooting Society (www.tcss-co.org), the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Company, the Open Range Construction Company and the Teller County Friends of the National Rifle Association committee gathered to celebrate the start of construction of the Gold Camp Shooting Sports Center (GCSSC) in the Gillette Flats area of Teller County. Teller County Shooting Society (TCSS) President Greg Jones thanked all in attendance for their tremendous support and contributions. He declared how “excited and proud everyone involved is to finally begin construction of a safe and environmentally responsible shooting sports facility serving the Teller County community.” The Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Company (CC&V) has been instrumental in reaching this important milestone. The CC&V donated 155 acres for the GCSSC site and financed the architectural and engineering work needed to obtain a Teller County Special Use Permit. General Manager Ray DuBois remarked that the “CC&V is proud to be a partner in the development of this shooting range as an economic development opportunity for the region.“ The Teller County Friends of the NRA has provided grants totaling $19,400 for construction of the GCSSC. Committee co-chair Joe Kraudelt noted that “our mission is to raise funds to promote shooting sports and safe shooting. We are proud to support the Teller County Shooting Soci-
TCSS Board of Directors members Al DiMeo, Norm Steen,CC&V General Manager Ray DuBois, Robert Glover, TCSS Pres. Greg Jones, TC Friends of the NRA Committee Co-chair Joe Kraudelt, TCSS VP Larry Marty, CC&V-Timm Comer (yes, 2 m’s), TC Friends of the NRA Committee Co-chair Kathleen Michel. Courtesy photo ety, and the Teller County youth 4-H shooting program, through local grants.” Open Range Construction Company (ORC) in Woodland Park was selected as the GCSSC general contractor in a competitive bidding process. Company President Martine Vogel expressed her gratitude “that ORC was chosen to be a part of the team responsible for making the Sports Center a reality. It will be a welcome addi-
tion to our community and a recreational asset for years to come.” Initially, a 100-yard combined handgun and rifle range with 20 firing positions and a sporting clays (shotgun) range are being constructed. A 75-yard pistol range, a 75-yard multi-purpose range, a 500-yard high-powered rifle range, a 50-yard small bore range, four combined skeet and trap ranges, and a 50-yard archery range will
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CUSP asks for volunteers Flood mitigation projects set for communities affected by Waldo Canyon Fire The Coalition for the Upper South Platte (CUSP) is asking for assistance with high priority flood mitigation projects in communities affected by the Waldo Canyon Fire. These projects must be completed by July 4 and are needed to protect lives, properties, and infrastructure threatened by post-fire flooding. Volunteers are needed to complete urgent post-fire flood mitigation projects in Cascade, CO. Work will include installing erosion control matting and reseeding drainages prone to flash flooding. Up to 15 volunteers per site are needed. Parking is limited at project sites, so volunteers should plan to carpool and are requested to bring large vehicles if available. A full day’s commitment is needed due to these parking constraints. Small groups and individuals are encouraged to register for projects on June 12, and June 24 at http://www.uppersouthplatte.org/ Volunteer/ Thursday, June 12, 2014, from 8:30am to 2:30pm Tuesday, June 24, 2014, from 8:30am to 2:30pm Volunteers will meet at the Cascade Fire Department located at 8015 Severy Road in Cascade, CO. Volunteers will then caravan to project sites in Cascade. Post-fire flooding poses a major threat to homes, lives, and infrastructure around the Waldo Canyon Fire burn scar. Emergency work is needed in Cascade before the summer monsoon season to mitigate the impacts of flooding at vulnerable sites. Community support and volunteers are critical for completing urgent projects designed to slow water, protect against erosion, and reduce the risk of damage to property and safety. Volunteers can register for post-fire flood mitigation projects at http://www.uppersouthplatte.org/Volunteer/ Groups are also encouraged to set up additional volunteer dates by contacting Lisa Patton, Volunteer Coordinator, at lisa@uppersouthplatte.org The Coalition for the Upper South Platte (CUSP) protects the water quality and ecological health of the Upper South Platte Watershed, through the cooperative efforts of watershed stakeholders, with emphasis placed on community values and economic sustainability. The 2,600 square mile Upper South Platte Watershed, located northwest of Colorado Springs and stretching from Strontia Springs to the Continental Divide, is a critical water source for the majority of Colorado residents, provides an abundance of recreational opportunities, and is home to unique ecosystems and rare species. Since 1998, CUSP has been working with partners and communities to sustainably mange the watershed for the benefit of all stakeholders, now and in the future.
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Cruiser bike rides offered every Wednesday Staff report From now until Sept. 24th, Wednesday nights the Mountian Top Cycling Club meets at Ute Pass Brewery. Be ready to ride at 6 p.m. The Mountain Top Cycling Club will be hosting Cruiser Rides. Cruiser Rides are designed to be as casual family ride. No fancy cycling clothing needed, just t-shirts and sneakers for a non professional cycling attire. Cruisers are designed to get more
Editor’s notE: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a spaceavailable basis. through JunE 13 BakE salE Prospect Home Care and Hospice bake sale is
Sunday, June 13, at the farmers’ market. Donate goodies. Contact 719-687-0549.
JunE 11 ChurCh rEvival 4 Mile Community Baptist Church will
have a revival at 11 a.m. Sunday June 8, and at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 11.
JunE 11 BikE rodEo Teller County presents a free kids bike rodeo from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 11, at Meadow Wood Sports Complex. The rodeo is for any child who can push or pedal a bike, tricycle or big wheel. Event includes bicycle skill challenges (such as navigating cones), bicycle safety games, giveaways and more. Bring your bike and helmet. New this year is a treasure hunt. The first person to finish will win a bike. The hunt is for ages 14 and younger - no parent involvement. Participants must register before the 11 a.m. start. Call 719687-1881. JunE 12, JunE 14, JunE 18 sEminar sEriEs The Florissant Fossil Beds National
Monument presents its 2014 seminar series. Classes are open
families our riding, to build confidence in group riding, present an opportunity for people that have bikes hanging in their garages to get out and ride, and to offer a chance for people to start a healthier lifestyle through cycling. “Cyclist will go down Centennial Trail to Valley View, over to Rampart Range Road and back to Midland Street, this five mile loop is as flat as we can make in Woodland Park. We regroup and ride together at a very easy pace. If riders that would like to keep
track of their miles we will give out a reward once they reach a half century or 50 miles, says Deborah Maresca from the club. On the first ride, May 28th the Pro Challenge Team was on hand to give out Pro Challenge Swag and two VIP passes to the Pro Challenge August 22, 2014. Woodland Park will be the host for the Stage 5 Start. There were six cyclists that rode in the inaugural Cruiser ride; Mike Sperry, Deborah Maresca, David Kriegshauser, Grace Kriegshauser, Mary Ann Pisaruk and Chip Hahn
from Colorado Springs. The ride started at 6 PM and the group stayed together. “We finished at 6:40. Grace Kriegshauser has just received her new mountain bike for her 11th birthday and she was very excited to do her first 5 mile group ride,” said Maresca. For more information call 719-6872489, or visit www.mountaintopcyclingclub.com. We will post any cancellations on the website.
to the public, and teachers can receive continuing education credits. Class schedule includes: Thursday, June 12: Making and Using Journals, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, June 14: Settlers, Scientists and Saving the Fossils, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday, June 18: Nature Drawing, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, June 20: Wildfire in Colorado’s Ponderosa-Pine Dominate Forests, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday, June 24: From Planets to Quasars: Our Place in the Universe, 4 p.m. to midnight; Thursday, June 26: Discovering South Park’s Native American Past, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, July 10: Natural History and Ecology of Flammulated Owls, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Friday, July 11 and Saturday, July 12: Fens, Forests and Flowers, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, July 19: Follow a Fossil: Behind the Scenes of the Paleontology Program at Florissant, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, July 20: From Pikes Peak to South Park Mid-Tertiary Volcanoes and the Shape of the Land, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, July 24: School in the Woods, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Visit www.fossilbeds.org/seminars or call 719-748-3253, ext. 109.
canines. Program is at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 14, in the North Shore Amphitheater at Eleven Mile State Park. An ambassador hybrid wolf or coyote will be on hand.
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by Sunday morning and bring it to the Junior Ranger Awards Ceremony to get prizes. You’ll earn a Junior Ranger badge and more. Not quite finished or leaving early? The park naturalist can help.
mastErs of defense Investigate the lives of nature’s
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masters of defense, skunks and porcupines, with park naturalist Beth Dodd. Program is at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at the North Shore Amphitheater at Eleven Mile State Park. Class participants will learn the best way to de-skunk or de-prickle after a close encounter.
JunE 14 sky huntErs Discover the amazing adaptations that allow Colorado’s birds of prey, such as eagles, hawks and owls, to be successful as airborne hunters. Program is at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 14, in the North Shore Amphitheater at Eleven Mile State Park. Program is led by park naturalist Beth Dodd.
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Wild Cats Discover how stealthy North American wild cats such as mountain lions, bobcats and lynx survive in the wilderness, and learn what you can do to recreate safely in big cat country. Program is at 8 p.m. Friday, June 13, in the North Shore Amphitheater at Eleven Mile State Park. Led by park naturalist Beth Dodd.
fathEr’s day Bring dad to see the dinosaurs on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15, and dads get in free with one paid regular adult or child admission. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 201 S. Fairview St., Woodland Park. Go to www.rmdrc.com.
JunE 14 Wolf CommuniCation Join Gail Motter, an associate with the Indigo Mountain Nature Center, for a kids program that focuses on the vocal communication of wolves and other
JunE 15 aWards CErEmony Eleven Mile State Park plans its Junior
Ranger awards ceremony at 10 a.m. Sunday, June 15, in the North Shore Park Amphitheater. Get a Junior Ranger Activity Book from the park naturalist or at the park office. Finish it
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yoga hikEs Take a hike with a trained yogi (not the bear type) at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. Many hikers suffer from tight hamstrings, calf and quad muscles, while many yoga practitioners could use more aerobic conditioning. These hikes will help with both. Hikes are at 9 a.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays, from May 21 to June 28. Call 719-7483253 ext. 122 or 202, or visit http://www.nps.gov/flfo. JunE 17 WholistiC WEllnEss Learn about reflexology from 11-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, when the Wholistic Networking Community welcomes Shenna Lee-Belmore, owner of Sunflowers Garden in Woodland Park. Learn what reflexology is and how it can benefit you. Program at the Rampart Public Library, Woodland Park. For information, or to RSVP, contact Barbara Royal, 719-687-6823 or miraclesofwellness@gmail. com. JunE 17 invEntors mEEting Do you have a great idea and need help? Join (no charge) the inventors roundtable discussion at 6 p.m. June 17, at Denny’s one block west of I-25 on Circle Drive in Colorado Springs. More information is available at www. inventorsroundtable.com. Contact 303-910-8889.
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Thin Air Theatre company opens classic melodrama The classic melodrama “The Spoilers” takes the stage at the Butte Theater June 27. When miner Roy Glenister and his partner Dextry have their claim jumped, they set out for justice and vengeance against the men who stole their mine. A thrilling tale of corruption and greed during the early days of the great Alaskan gold rush, this classic American melodrama is filled
with action, romance and intrigue. This melodrama was last produced in 2002 at the Butte by the Mackin family. The melodrama will be followed by an all-new, hilarious, Motown-inspired Olio (music revue.) “The Spoilers” will be followed by the opening of the popular musical “Guys and Dolls,” the two shows will rotate times and days Wednesday through Sunday. “Guys and Dolls” is a sure bet that
soars with the spirit of Broadway! Set in vivid, mid-20th century New York City and buoyed by a Frank Loesser score that is among the most immortal works in theater history, this American classic has been called “the perfect musical comedy.” Featuring an eclectic ensemble of highrolling gambler “guys,” well-meaning missionary “dolls” and brassy-voiced showgirls, “Guys and Dolls” is a toe-tappingly
fun and romantic fable about gambling men and the strong-willed women who love them. “Guys and Dolls” plays July 4 through Aug. 30. The melodrama runs June 27 to Aug. 28. Tickets for both shows range from $12-18. To make reservations visit thinairtheatre.com or call 719-689-3247.
Cripple Creek rezones parts of downtown By Gavin Oliver,
contributing writer ga5inoliver@gmail.com At the Cripple Creek City Council meeting June 4, Mayor Bruce Brown and the council voted unanimously to rezone portions of northeast and southern Cripple Creek from BB, Mixed Residential to C-1, Industrial. The City Planning Commission concluded that the rezone would encourage economic growth and have “no adverse effect on uses on adjacent properties” or to residences or businesses currently in the zones according to the official application for rezoning. There were no
new developments planned prior to, or reliant on, this change. However, it will allow for new casinos or other businesses to be build in these zones. At the same meeting the council voted to relax the requirement for a historic façade for buildings smaller than 3,500 sq. ft. in the effected zones by making an amendment to the city’s Development Code Text. Examples of historic facades can be seen along East Bennett Ave. in Cripple Creek and are street facing building fronts that follow the colors and themes approved by the town. This decision was made to “encourage small business growth” by removing a
“hardship to the business owner” according to the amendment application. The City Council was presented with a letter of appreciation at Wedsday’s meeting. Jerry Bergeman, from St. Peter’s Chapel in Cripple Creek, thanked the council for their donation of $138,000. The money was put toward general repairs and new stained glass windows. Bergeman invited the council to come to the chapel and see the improvements to which council members replied affirmatively. Two parcels of land, appraised at $14,000 apiece, were accepted by the City of Cripple Creek at the June 4th meeting. The land,
located at 157 Honeysuckle road, northwest of Woodland Park, was donated by Elizabeth Cline. Cline, 92, now lives in West Virginia although she lived in the Pikes Peak
region for many years. She donated the land to Cripple Creek for her “fond memories” of the town. The City plans to sell the land when the market improves.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Continued from Page 5
years of experience in the trenches of the assessor’s office, and the perspective gained through watching the job done very well, and in contrast, done very poorly. I am not a slick politician who can rattle off my perceived accomplishments; embellishing the positives and deflecting the negatives. I have not strong-armed my supporters for campaign money so that I could litter the countryside with signage bearing my name and likeness. My public speaking still needs a bit of polish, and all I can do is try my best to tell the truth and convey my desire to do the job right. My ego is not so large that I think I know everything, and should I need help, I will get it. My hope is that you, as a Teller County voter, with a vested interest in electing an honest, hard-working, experienced professional, will see through the politics and honor me with your vote. I am a third-generation Colorado native, and my husband and I are raising our family in Teller County because we love it here. And like you, this is our home. I can’t promise you perfection, but should I be elected I will do my best every day, to provide each property owner with an accurate, fair assessment. We’re all in this together, and together we will succeed. Sincerely, Violet Watt Dear Editor: John Gilbert Graham probably ranks with Alferd Packer on Colorado’s Wall of Infamy. Maybe Phil Tollefson wants to hang next to them, I don’t know. But one thing I dislike is, when people from the Springs try to tell us poor mountain folk what’s good for us. I am fully aware they’re surprised that they don’t see any Indians sneaking through the woods up here. Or when they ask me where my coonskin cap is, and how my young-uns are farin’? Did any of you readers send Phil some long tights and a crown? In his letter to the editor last week, Sir Tollefson lauds our current assessor as “having brought a strong sense of professionalism and work ethic to her real estate department” while at the city. Theirs must have been a short though lasting association. BCW only worked for the city of Colorado Springs from June 6, 2004 to Dec. 13, 2005, when she was terminated. Does Tollefson know why she was fired, or is that above his pay-grade? I suspect Mr. T’s applause might be a bit biased. I doubt he wrote his letter as the disinterested third party he pretends to be. Maybe he wasn’t aware of the nine findings against BB in her lawsuit versus the city, spe-
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cifically of their enumerations of her errors. I have to wonder if he knew about the $3,200 she was pleasured (courtesy of court order) to pay the city for her frivolous lawsuit? Maybe if he read just a few of them, he might not be so hasty in granting accolades to her? But maybe she told him, just like she told some of us, about her contract not being renewed. Or maybe, the CEO of Colorado Springs Utilities doesn’t like lowbrows from the sticks. Maybe he prefers folks from the big city, like BCW? As for Jineen, exactly how is Violet Watt’s driving record germane here? She’s running for assessor, not warden. As for being in “the in-crowd,” I’m not convinced there is an “in-crowd” in Teller County, unless it’s made of those who’ve built something through hard work and sheer determination. I can swear I’ve never been in an “in-crowd,” nor have I ever seen silver spoons poking from anyone’s mouth in all of Teller County. The local attire seems more like jeans, cotton (not silk) work shirts (no monograms) and boots. About the “African American (sic) Democrat and OUTRAGED,” you really shouldn’t be off your meds so long. Your whole paragraph about the wonders of Clark-Wine and about African-American Democrats discloses what you’ve been frying. What’s wrong with “somebody want(ing) an office?” Would you prefer to elect somebody who doesn’t want an office? Does that even make sense? The only people who have offices they don’t want are already in Canon City. When folks, like you, are against somebody, I just I know they’re Democrats. Maybe you and Mr. Tollefson could be friends, like down in the Springs, maybe? Sincerely, Ken Bauer Dear Editor: Danny, I enjoyed your column on Nolan Ryan in the Pikes Peak Courier. I met Nolan in the mid-1990s when I lived in Oklahoma City. At the time the Oklahoma City 89ers (now Red Hawks) was the AAA farm club of the Texas Rangers and Nolan came to an 89ers game. My boss had become friends with Nolan. My boss was good friends with Abe Lemons, basketball coach at Oklahoma City University. Abe was a good friend of Don Sanders one of the owners of the Houston Astros when Nolan played for the Astros. Don and Nolan were good friends and my boss became acquainted with Nolan through that connection. While Nolan was at the 89ers game, my boss brought Nolan to our company’s suite. I met Nolan and had a photo taken with him. I have that photo in a frame that is
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in the shape of a baseball glove. Some time after I met Nolan, I was on a trip to southern Oklahoma near the Texas border. I was in an antique (junk) shop and came across two Texas Rangers souvenir that were blue. I bought them and took them to my boss. He did as I suggested and sent the two balls to Nolan with a note asking him to sign them in silver ink. After a number of months had passed and we had not received the baseballs back from Nolan we had just about decided that we wouldn’t get them back with his signature. But the two blue Texas Rangers baseballs eventually arrived at my boss’ home. He kept one and I have the other. That’s my Nolan Ryan story. He is a great guy. My other baseball story while I lived in Oklahoma City is that I became friends with Allie Reynolds who as you probably know pitched for the Yankees from 1947 – 1954. One of my staff members was a lawyer and he became Allie’s personal attorney. For several years, we would have lunch with Allie about once a month. His stories about playing for the Yankees were great. I have a photo of Allie with Mickey Mantle and Yogi Berra at Mickey’s charity golf tournament in Oklahoma. The photo is signed by Allie, Mickey and Yogi. The photo is framed with their signed baseball cards. Ed Beltram, Woodland Park
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The best estimate for Memorial Park is $2.19 million. This covers the implementation of Plan A at about $1.6 million and also lighting and other items that weren’t
included in the plan. Some of this funding will also come from the 410 Fund. Finally, the best estimate so far for the Aquatic Center includes $100,000 for land about 1.5-2 acres at the southwest corner of Woodland Station and about $2.4 million for infrastructure - drainage, grading, streets and sidewalks - $587,400 from the General Fund and $1.8 million from the 410
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said. When asked about grants designed to help individuals mitigate the fuels on their properties, he said he will bring details to a meeting in July. City Manager David Buttery also talked about changes to the city’s disaster response plans. His office has implemented most of the suggestions that came in after a review of the Waldo Canyon Fire response. Many of these suggestions pertained to improving communications but some also had to do with maps. “We’ve upgraded our maps but setting evacuation areas will always be event driven,” Buttery said. “It depends on where the disaster is coming from.” Video-streaming equipment has been installed at the Ute Pass Cultural Center, which has space for a lot more people than can fit in council chambers where disaster briefings were held previously. Woodland Park Police Chief Robert Larson reminded citizens that because the El Paso-Teller E911 system has been upgraded they need to re-register their phones. A
Fund. The facility itself might cost around $7 million for design and construction but all of these costs will be revised as more information is obtained, Carlsen said. Council also voted unanimously to place the “bundled” bond question on the November General Election ballot. Once this vote took place council and the gathered community members applauded the
link to make that easier will be added to the city website, www.city-woodlandpark.org. The only ordinance on the agenda was sent back to city staff for reworking. If approved as presented it would have made the construction of up to two dwelling units inside a single structure located in a commercial zone a permitted use instead of a conditional use. This would have shortened the approval time and cut permitting costs for these kind of mixed-use projects. Council mostly agreed that streamlining the process would work in the central business district but they wanted to allow public input on projects closer to residential areas. Brian Fleer, Downtown Development Authority and Office of Economic Development director, told council the hospital is making a request for a $450, 000 Community
decision. Putting the bond question on the ballot will require council to approve an ordinance in late July or early August to meet state ballot-language deadlines. At the June 5 council meeting, Councilmember Noel Sawyer said, “Thanks to David Buttery’s (explanation), a lot of people walked into the meeting as skeptics and walked out as believers.”
Development Block Grant to construct a water-system loop to facilitate development in the area. The Family Entertainment Center (The Bowling Alley) is coming closer to development. The owners are looking at lot 3 in Woodland Station and funding is looking good, Fleer said, adding, “We are encouraged by this development.” He also noted that serious hotel investors are taking an interest in Woodland Park and the city could have another hotel within the next two years. The only mention of Turley’s May 23 arrest on suspicion of sexual assault of a child by one in a position of trust came at the end of the meeting when film crews from Fox21 and News13 entered the chambers and converged on the mayor. There were no disruptions.
RECREATION REPORT Woodland Park Parks & Recreation offers the following programs and sports. Sign up at least a week prior to session starting. Classes may be cancelled due to lack of participants. Call 719-687-5225 or stop by our office at 204 W. South Ave. Online registration and class information available at wpparksandrecreation.org.
Babysitters boot camp
American Red Cross plans its babysitter’s boot camp from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, July 25, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 26. For ages 11-15. Each student will receive a babysitter’s training handbook, emergency reference guide and the babysitter’s training CD-ROM. Course includes infant and child CPR certification. Cost is $85 per session.
Swim lessons
The Learn to Swim program follows the criteria set by American Red Cross. Descriptions of the classes are listed on the city website. Please bring a swim suit and towel. Instructors are Connie Knowles and Katy Conlin. For ages 6 months to 18 years. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays (session 10: June 17, 19, 24, 26, July 1, 3; Session 11: July 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24) at the Golden Bell Camp. Cost is $45 per session, and $41 for an additional family member.
Youth golf
Four lessons are designed to introduce golf to juniors. A specific skill will be taught each class. These classes will include the skills of putting, chipping, pitching and full swing as well as rules and etiquette that apply to each skill. When registering, indicate whether participant has his or her own clubs and whether he or she is left or right handed. Instructor is Rose Weis. Sessions offered for 5-9 years and 1014 years. Classes are from 1-2:15 p.m. at Shining Mountain Golf Course. Ages 5-9 years meet Mondays and Wednesday (session 3: June 16, 18, 23, 25; session 4: July 21, 23, 28, 30)); and ages 10-14 meet Tuesdays and Thursdays (session 3: June 17, 19, 24, 26; session 4: July 22, 24, 29, 31). Cost is $100 per session.
Youth tennis
All ages and skill levels welcome for youth tennis league. Participants will learn the techniques and skills to play tennis like a real pro and of course meet new friends while having fun. We will focus on learning the key moves; forehand, backhand, approach, serve, volley, and keeping score while keeping our minds and bodies active. Instructor is Jessee Barlow. Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays (session 3: June 10, 12, 17, 19; session 7: July 8, 10, 15, 17): 10-11 a.m. for 4-8 years; 11 a.m. to noon for 8-12 years; and noon to 1 p.m. for ages 12 and older. Cost is $40 per session.
Family dog training
Learn to teach your dog good manners as well as basic obedience commands such as loose leash walking, focus, wait, come, sit, down, leave it. No dogs at first class. Instructor is Alice Roszczewski. Class is from 9-10 a.m. Saturdays at CSCS. Cost is $150 per session (session dates: June 21, 28, July 21, 19, 26, Aug. 2).
Soccer league
A 9v9 soccer league for adults is forming now. Register by Friday, June 6, for $270. Late registrations costs $320 and will be accepted through Friday, June 13. Season runs from August to October, with games on Sunday afternoons at Meadow Wood Sports Complex, Synthetic Turf Soccer Field. Teams may be all male, all female or co-ed.
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The WPHS Online Program offers students the opportunity to complete classes while still pursuing other interests. It really is a thorough and well prepared program. There are so many educational options available to our children. Not everyone fits into a box! Due to an injury, our daughter completed her senior year through this on-line program and it was wonderful! The classes offered were extensive and the choices were amazing! Kathy Fleer, Former WPSD Parent
“I really enjoyed the nice teachers at WPMS because they always give students the attention they deserve. I feel like I received a great education at WPMS. I also appreciate the athletic programs. I think we have some talented athletes in Woodland Park and the coaches are great! I’m so excited about going to WPHS this fall and really think good things are going to come of it.” Samantha Lecky, Incoming WPHS Freshman
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BUSINESS BUZZ The Business Buzz features news about the economic scene, promotions, acquisitions and expansions. Contact Pat Hill at phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com or 686-6458. The 2014 board of directors for the Woodland Park Arts Alliance: Ralph Holloway, chair, Vera Egbert, vice chair, Darlene Holloway, treasurer and Suzanne Brown, secretary. Board members are: Peggy Fields, Beth Huber, Susan Leitch, Darwin Nacarrato, Julia Pine, Dale Pittock, Peter Scanlon and Scott Stearman. Liaison members are: Gary Brovetto, city council, Gary Crane, builder and Main Street co-chair and David Langley, city of Woodland Park Historical Preservation. Southern Teller County Focus Group sponsors the Gem and Mineral Show June 21-22 in downtown Victor. For information, call 689-2675.
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Paul joins Park State Bank By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com With Dave Paul heading up the mortgage division of Park State Bank & Trust, the staff increase signals a positive outlook on the health of the economy in Teller County. “There’s a lot of activity and a full slate of business,” Paul said. “It’s getting to be the summer selling season and we’re seeing good qualified buyers.” Among the buyers are the retirees moving to the area, he said, along with students of Charis Bible College, which opened in Woodland Park this year. “The students are re-locating from all over the country, so we’re getting lots of interesting new people in our community,” Paul said. A quick check on the computer shows interest rates the first part of June at 4 3/8 percent for a 30-year conventional loan. “Rates are still holding strong, hovering around 4.25 percent,” he said. For a 15-year conventional loan rates are 3.5 percent. “We do a lot of VA (Veterans Administration) and USDA loans, both types still at 100-percent financing,” he said. In addition to the government and investor loans, Park States offers reverse mortgages, FHA-insured products for homeowners 62 and older. “There’s a sizeable FHA funding fee based on the percentage of the loan amount,” Paul said. “They are assuming the risk which is why they have actuarial tables just like a lifeinsurance company.” However, a reverse mortgage will either pay off the loan or give the homeowner a line of credit to draw on as a supplement to retirement, Paul said. With a reverse mortgage, there are no more mortgage payments but the homeowner continues to pay the property taxes and insurance while maintaining the house in good condition. “You can live in the house until you pass away,” Paul said. “If there’s equity in the house, the heirs can then liquidate and pay off the reversemortgage amount. So you are not necessarily pre-selling your house.” The association with Park State Bank & Trust is a new venture for Paul, former mortgage broker/owner of Service Funding Inc. and Farm Bureau Insurance “I closed the company and moved the insurance agency out,” he said.
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Dave Paul heads up the loan division at Park State Bank & Trust. Photo by Pat Hill Paul’s longtime assistant Jeannine Kuntz moved over to the bank with her boss where the two have joined the Park State team. “Having the business gave me independence. But between regulation and taxation of the market it kind of rang all the fun out of it,” Paul said. “And it ate up a lot of time doing all the reporting. Now I can concentrate on the business where I put people into the right loan for the right house. And that’s a very satisfying situation.” In his spare time, Paul serves as the chair of the Teller County Board of Commissioners.
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Once Upon a Time
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In its sixth year in Cripple Creek, Once Upon a Time in the West enhances the city’s economy while showcasing the architectural gem on the hill above the city. From left, Ray White, Cripple Creek city administrator; Rod Sutton, who founded the art show 19 years ago; and Jon Zimmer, Woodland Park artist whose works reflect the western-and Native American-themed exhibit. Photo by Pat Hill
Setting such as this one reflect the natural ambience of the annual art show, Once Upon a Time in the West, which is in the Cripple Creek Heritage Center. Courtesy photo
Annual art show features natural ambience By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com A show like no other, “Once Upon a Time in the West” distinguishes the city of Cripple Creek as the ideal spot to view Native American art. In its 19th year, “Once Upon a Time” thrusts the viewer into the embrace of nature, trees, plants and waterfalls. “We transform an interior space into the outside,” said Jon Zimmer, one of seven artists who display their works from June 28 to July 6 at the Cripple Creek Heritage Center. In its sixth year in Cripple Creek, the exhibit draws people and, in turn, enhances the economy while showcasing the architectural gem that symbolizes the city’s mining heritage, its place in Colorado history. “It’s a very impressive facility and when people come in and see it, they tend to come back,” said Ray White, the city administrator. “We see the show as furthering the heritage-tourism side of our community which is very important for us to try to develop.” White will be honored with a ceremony at the opening reception June 27 when he will be named Eagle Dancer. “We’re going to give him a special blessing,” said Rod “Little Bear” Sutton, who founded the annual show. Along with the name, White will take part in the smudging purification ceremony afterward. “It’s a personal honor for them to consider doing something like that,” he said. When approached six years ago by Sutton and Zimmer, White was on board, particularly as he viewed the forest imagery as a vital part of the show. “I thought this is something we definitely need to be behind, as an adjunct to our special events. The show is certainly one of the most well-attended for the entire year,”
he said. With the blessing and the back-tonature sense of the show, the viewer is encircled in a kind of artistic womb. “Nothing is squared off and everything is like The work of Jon Zimmer is influ- a pathway enced by his Native American heri- with rocks and plants,” tage that acts as his artistic muse. Sutton said. Zimmer is one of seven artists in “We althis year’s Once Upon a Time in the ways have some kind West art show. Courtesy photo of Westernor Native American-themed music, sometimes with bird calls or thunderstorms.” As a revenue-enhancer, “Once Upon a Time” joins the popular Donkey Derby Days, the Veterans Rally and the Ice Fest as economic drivers for Cripple Creek. “We don’t keep statistics but what we do hear anecdotally is that the occupancy rates go up significantly during special events,” White said. Along with their artistic contributions, Sutton, Zimmer, Jim Redhawk, Michael Slancik, Beth Redhawk, Ronnie Slancik and Two Dogs Doyle create the environment. “They transform an interior space into the outside and it’s just magical, the effect and the impact of what they’re able to create,” White said. The opening reception is from 4 to 9 p.m., with the Native American blessing and smudge ceremony at 6 p.m. June 27. The show is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 28 to July 6.
The painting by Jon Zimmer of Woodland Park reflects the theme of the annual art show, Once Upon a Time in the West. Courtesy photo
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Charis Bible College to greatly benefit retail in Woodland Park community By Ashleigh Hollowell Contributing writer
With 22 locations in the United States and 20 international locations, Charis Bible College is no small organization, but ironically, locating part of this large organization in a small mountain town seemed to be ideal for Andrew Wommack, founder of Andrew Wommack Ministries and Charis Bible College. “I drove by the property every day for 21 years on my way into Colorado Springs and had no idea what the Lord had in store. Yet God had a plan and was working everything together for good. If the Lord tarries, many students will have their lives changed by attending CBC, and in turn, go out and change the world,” he said. “We are a world-wide ministry with a small town heart. We value relationships and being headquartered in a small town allows us the opportunity to be involved and make a difference in our community,” said Director of Partner Relations and Marketing for Andrew Wommack Ministries, Mark Harrison. Although concerns have been voiced about the new college changing the small town community, Charis feels they are only here to bring benefit. “We are aware that some residents are not in favor of our new location. Some are concerned about change in their town, and that is understandable. As time goes on, we hope to dispel those concerns. We love God and we love people. We are not here to be invasive; we are here to fulfill the mission of Charis Bible College, which is to equip faithful men and women
for the work of the ministry by teaching spiritual truths, imparting biblical knowledge, providing practical ministry opportunities, and grounding them in the message of God’s unconditional love and grace,” Harrison said. “We love being a part of this small town. The heart of this ministry is to love and serve people, and we value the opportunity to be involved in the Woodland Park community.” Revenue, business, and economic benefits are projected to come with the growth of the college. “Charis has a 10-year goal to have approximately around 3,000 students enrolled. As population of our town grows, financial benefits will grow as well,” said Brian Fleer, Executive Director of the Office of Economic and Downtown Development in Woodland Park. “The phase two $54 million dollar construction of the college should be completed in 2016 and that will generate a lot of economic benefit for our community. The construction workers will likely be shopping and eating locally, and some of them who live here locally will have even more significant economic impact with food, housing and transportation. Students and staff will shop in multiple types of commerce and retail operations which will be very beneficial to our community financially. Small businesses will benefit from more people in the community to shop at their stores, and national tenants such as Wal-Mart, City Market and Safeway will do quite well,” Fleer said. Though the Bible college has not been open very long, changes are already being seen and talked
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The new Charis Bible College stands at 800 Gospel Truth Way in Woodland Park. Additional construction on the campus is currently in progress and is expected to bring financial benefit to the community over time. Photo by Ashleigh Hollowell about. According to the Charis Bible College website, a group of private investors has developed a proposal to construct and manage a small amount of student housing on the campus, but the proposal is still in a developmental stage and no dates have been currently set for construction to begin. In addition to on campus housing, off campus housing is being accounted for as well. New apartment complexes like the Trail Ridge Apartments are already being developed in the
city and the real estate market is doing very well. “Anytime there is increase in numbers in your community, there is an increase (in) demand for services and products. This is a win-win for our community,” Debbie Miller, IOM, ACE president of the Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce said. Talk of new businesses and restaurants springing up in the community because of the college bringing in a larger population and larger demand for services is very real. “There is an increase in interest for new hotels
up here. With the high interest, there could be up to two new hotels here in Woodland Park within a 24-month period. Restaurants are also very interested in bringing business up here because of the college,” Fleer said. Only time will tell how large of an impact the Charis Bible College will have on the community, but the outlook appears positive. For more information about the Charis Bible College Woodland Park Campus visit www. charisbiblecollege.org/about-us/ our-campus.
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Hickenlooper signs ride-sharing regulations Marijuana, water, Jessica’s Law also addressed in final week By Vic Vela
vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com Last week was the deadline for bills passed during the legislative session to either become law or be vetoed. Among the many bills that got Gov. John Hickenlooper’s attention was a measure that passed the House and Senate that allows the Public Utilities Commission to regulate ride-sharing services by companies such as Uber and Lyft. The transportation network companies allow passengers to book rides through a smartphone application. However, up until the bill’s signing, those companies did not face any of the kinds of regulations that are required for other transportation services, such as taxis. The bill would require businesses like Uber and Lyft to carry liability insurance, conduct background checks on drivers, inspect vehicles and receive permission to operate from the PUC. The bill received bipartisan sponsorship and support from both legislative chambers. “Now that Senate Bill 125 has been signed into law, the necessary safety regulations will be in place and these new, innovative transportation services will have the freedom to expand in Colorado,” said Rep. Libby Szabo, R-Arvada. The governor also took action on the following pieces of legislation last week: • Hickenlooper vetoed Senate Bill 23, which sought to incentivize Western Slope owners of water rights to make water conservation improvements. The governor’s office said Hickenlooper chose to veto the bill “because of unresolved concerns about its potential impact to water rights.” Hickenlooper expressed concern over “a breakdown in consensus toward the end
of the legislative session that divided the water community and, in our view, would make implementation of the policy more difficult.” Rep. KC Becker, D-Boulder, expressed disappointment over the veto through an emailed statement that read, “The governor repeatedly states that our water efforts need to begin with conservation. … He missed a great opportunity to incentivize water conservation by Western Slope water users.” • The governor signed into law a bill that creates a financial system for marijuana businesses. House Bill 1398 allows retail marijuana and hemp businesses to enter into a banking co-operative system that would operate similarly to credit unions. Supporters say the new law is needed to protect shop owners from crime that can occur when dealing in a cash-only business. Because marijuana is considered an illegal drug at the federal level, federal banking rules make it more difficult for retail pot businesses to gain banking services from financial institutions. • Hickenlooper also signed into law a bill that creates stiffer penalties for those who commit child sex crimes. The governor signed House Bill 1260, Colorado’s version of “Jessica’s Law.” The law — which the majority of states have enacted some version of — is named after a 10-year-old girl in Florida who was raped and murdered by a convicted sex offender. The law creates new mandatory minimums for various felony classifications of sex crimes on children. The most severe of those punishments carry with them prison sentences of 24 years to life. For the past two years, Republicans have pursued their own version of a Jessica’s Law bill, which contained a strict, 25year minimum sentence for each felony case of child sex assault. That bill, as it did last year, failed in the Democrat-majority Legislature, in favor of the Democrats’ own version.
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The poster painted by David Gonzales of Manitou Springs was selected by the Woodland Park Local Organizing Committee to be featured in the Stage 5 promotional materials for the Pro Challenge. Courtesy photo
Stage 5 poster is selected Staff report The poster by Manitou-Springs artist David Gonzales was selected to be featured in the 2014 Woodland Park Stage 5 promotional materials for the USA Pro Challenge Aug. 22. According to a press release from the city’s local organizing committee, the acrylic pastel-styled design depicts cyclists zooming through town with the iconic Pikes Peak summit in the background. A second Gonzales poster was chosen by the Woodland Park committee for Breckenridge, where Stage 5 will end. The second poster features cyclists racing to the finish line with that city’s signature mountain scape in the background.
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CC &V hosts students Staff report An excursion that not only highlighted the various aspects of mining, for students at Lake George Charter School, field day this month was a lesson on perspective, as in small kids vs. large tires. The students were treated to a tour of the Cripple Creek & Victor Mining Co. at the end of the school year.
Lake George Charter School students, from third-through seventh-grade, enjoyed their end of the school-year field trip to the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Co. Courtesy photo
Governor vetoes road transparency bill Retains parts of measure, signs executive order By Vic Vela
vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com A veto of a road project transparency bill highlighted a busy week of deadline decisions on legislation on the part of Gov. John Hickenlooper. Senate Bill 197 — a bill that sought greater oversight and transparency for private-public road construction partnerships — received the latter fate on June 4, but some of the bill’s intent survived. The bill — a response to grumblings
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over the US 36 road project process — would have required any “P3” project that exceeds 35 years to be approved by the Legislature. It also would have required a Colorado Department of Transportation board to hold public meetings throughout any road project process and keep the Legislature and other local elected officials informed along the way. The $425 million, 50-year US 36 project, which will widen the lanes of the highway and incorporate toll lanes, received a great deal of criticism by local residents who felt as though the P3 contract was too secretive and that they were kept out of the loop on key parts of the project. Hickenlooper supports the part of the
bill that sought greater transparency and signed an executive order that requires the state to improve “accountability, transparency and openness” of CDOT P3 projects. But the overall bill, which he said contained “unworkable provisions,” was vetoed. Hickenlooper issued a statement, saying that he took issue with parts of the bill that required legislative go-ahead for projects that exceed 35 years and other features that “inappropriately constrains the business terms of future P3 agreements.” “These constraints on business terms would create a chilling component on future transactions, making investors unlikely or unwilling to bid on Colorado proj-
ects due to the increased risks this process would generate,” the governor said. Hickenlooper’s statement was accompanied by a list of 48 persons or local government entities that called on the governor to veto the bill, including many business organizations. Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp, D-Arvada, a bill sponsor, said she was disappointed with the governor’s decision, but that the executive order means that her effort did not go for naught. “I hope we can build on the transparency piece so that we can move toward figuring out a way to figure in oversight,” she said. “We’ll work on this again. I don’t think this is a black and white issue.”
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Kopp hopes vision pays off with voters People feel they’ve been forgotten, candidate says By Vic Vela
vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com It makes sense for a guy with the least amount of name recognition among a crowded field of Republican candidates for governor to spend time with Coloradans whom he believes have been considered an afterthought. Recently, Mike Kopp kicked off a six-day bike tour called “We are Colorado.” The tour covered 436 miles across the state and focused on places that aren’t called Denver or Boulder. Rather, Kopp rode around and talked to folks in places like Lamar and Holly. “It’s a reflection of the fact that so many people around the state feel like they’re forgotten,” Kopp, a resident of the Golden area, said in a recent interview. “It’s the elites in the city, and in Washington and on the East Coast, who make the decisions for them, and they’re the ones left picking up the pieces for big government decisions.” Kopp believes that Democratic-led policies — particularly gun-control legislation and renewable energy mandates on rural electric cooperatives — have angered
those who live in lightly populated parts of the state. “The sentiment out there is largely that you’ve got a party in Denver and the Democrats seem to pay more heed to Barack Obama and Michael Bloomberg as opposed to the values of our own state,” Kopp said. Kopp believes his message will resonate with Republican voters, who on June 24 will select their preferred candidate to match up against Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper this fall. Kopp is a former state Senate minority leader, Kopp having represented Senate District 22 from 2007 through 2011, when he resigned after his wife, Kimberly, died of cancer. He has since remarried. Prior to holding office, Kopp served in the Gulf War as an Army Ranger. In April, Republican state assembly-goers gave Kopp the top line on the GOP primary ballot. That surprised many political observers, seeing as how Kopp’s name isn’t as well-known as his three opponents: Tom Tancredo, Bob Beauprez and Scott Gessler. But name recognition doesn’t matter to Kopp. “I’d certainly put my record up against
any of my opponents in this race in that regard,” he said. Kopp is a “firm believer” in hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking,” saying that the ownership of mineral resources is “a sacred right.” “So we now have a bunch of ballot initiatives out there that would make it more difficult, if not impossible, for energy producers to get this property that they own,” Kopp said. On education issues, Kopp, who served on the state Senate Education Committee, said that students are not being tested properly. He said that assessment tests miss the point when they evaluate the results after the school year, after the student has already moved on to the next grade. Kopp said it would be better practice to provide teachers and students with “realtime information on a child’s academic trajectory,” so adjustments can be made during the school year. Kopp also wants to give school districts more flexibility in deciding how teachers are paid and kept. “There is no grater factor in education than the quality of the teacher and I think it’s critical that our policy reflects an ability to pay excellent teachers more money,” he said. “And we should have the ability to fire teachers that are failing the kids.” Kopp is also highly critical of Hicken-
looper’s decision to grant a temporary reprieve for Nathan Dunlap, a death row inmate who killed four people at a Chuck E. Cheese’s restaurant in 1993. “This is just kind of typical of the way the governor tries to handle these sticky issues, by creating a new, gray scale,” Kopp said. “The governor should have made a decision. I would have set the execution date.” Kopp holds conservative views on many issues, including abortion. He is an unapologetic pro-life Republican. But, while that may work to his advantage in a Republican primary, recent general elections have shown that when reproductive rights are made a key issue in a campaign, Republicans fall short. But Kopp said his message is bigger than just one issue. “It’s funny because the Democrats have had the same sort of playbook year after year,” he said. “It’s something they tried a lot on me in 2006. I made the main theme in my race the idea of fighting Washington, defending freedoms and empowering people. “I have a very high regard for life and embracing life, but the bigger issue is what you offer to our state that helps the greatest amount of people, and that’s what my campaign has been about.”
‘Honey badger’ fights for nomination Gessler raises more money than rivals By Vic Vela
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“Because I stand up on principle and people aren’t used to seeing that,” Gessler said in a recent interview. Gessler hopes that Republican primary voters will reward his work as secretary of state and his fighting personality when they head to the polls to select their nominee for governor on June 24. And he believes he’s the right candidate for Republicans to put up against the incumbent Hickenlooper. “Look at Hickenlooper,” Gessler said. “He says he’s a moderate, that’s what he claims. And yet he signs the most liberal agenda in the history of Colorado.” Democrats see Gessler as an easy target for attacks in a general election, mainly over his ethics concerns. Last year, the Colorado Independent Ethics Commission found that Gessler violated state rules for spending about $2,000 of state money for attending a Republican event in Florida. “The ethics commission is fundamentally corrupt,” said Gessler, dismissing the claims against him. Gessler believes that the commission is made up of Hickenlooperfriendly appointees who pick on Republicans while going easy on Democrats. Gessler’s work as secretary of state has also received criticism. Gessler was accused of disenfranchising minority voters when his office sent letters to some registered voters to show proof of their citizenship. He also wants Colorado to adopt a policy that requires voters to show photo ID. Gessler becomes particularly annoyed when people Badger continues on Page 19
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Partnership adds oomph to science By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com A partnership among the RE-2 School District, Catamount Institute and Pikes Peak Community Foundation enhances the district’s environmental education for elementary-school students. In the fall, the Institute will offer outdoor and environmental-science classes at Aspen Valley Ranch, which is owned by the foundation. The classes will be led by a teacher naturalist from the Institute. “As a licensed middle school\high school science teacher and professional
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outdoor educator, I see this as an incredible defining moment for public education in our region,” said Tracy Jackson, the Institute’s education director, in an email. For RE-2 Superintendent Jed Bowman, moving the classroom outdoors is an effective method of engaging students. “It’s my personal belief that students learn by doing, seeing, touching all of the senses,” he said. “It’s experiential learning they’ll remember for a lifetime.” With meadows and an expansive view from the ranch, the classroom features the beauty of Teller County. “I don’t think there is a better setting for our outdoor educa-
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tion,” Bowman said. “This one of the bigger things we are bringing to the district.” The partnership is an addition to the district’s current curriculum. “We already have a program with strong environmental science teachers in our advanced placement classes at the high school,” Bowman said. “We also have a strong environmental program at the middle school. We’re hoping to provide classes beyond high school in the future.” Eric Cefus, Director of Philanthropic Services with PPCF, said in an email: “The Pikes Peak Community Foundation is thrilled to partner with the RE-2 School
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accuse him of being obsessed with voter fraud, in spite of evidence that it doesn’t occur very often. “I grew up in Chicago, so don’t tell me it’s overblown,” Gessler said. “Yes, I know, in Colorado we are so pure it can never happen here. I’ve got all those arguments. We are just so pure in Colorado. We are superior human beings than anywhere else and nothing wrong can ever happen in Colorado. That’s bull----. That’s bull----. The fact of the matter is we are human beings just like everywhere else and we have a capacity for good and evil just like anyone else.” Gessler took over as secretary of state in 2010 after defeating Democratic incumbent Bernie Buescher. He touts that he is the only Republican running for governor who has won a statewide race. And lately, his electability argument is being backed by money. Gessler has outraised his GOP rivals for two consecutive fundraising periods. On the issues, Gessler “understands people’s concerns” over hydraulic fracturing, known as “fracking,” but supports the practice, saying, “if we didn’t have oil and gas in Colorado, we’d be dead in the water.” On education, Gessler would like to see more school districts adopt pay-for-performance models for teachers — a controversial method that has been taken up by the school board in Douglas County. And Gessler would like to see students have more choices in the schools they wish to attend. “When you do have that competition among schools and they have to attract students through excellence, rather than geography, that helps a lot,” he said. Gessler believes that gun-control legislation that was put in place by the Democratic majority last year “is a lot of money and lot of expense for very little benefit.” In true “honey badger” style, Gessler isn’t afraid to take on fellow Republicans. He believes that selecting Tom Tancredo as the GOP nominee would “spell disaster” for the party. And he recently came out with a TV ad that warns voters against picking candidates like Tancredo and Bob Beauprez, who have lost gubernatorial bids in the past. Gessler believes his personality and his tenacity will pay off. “I’m honest about who I am and what I’m about and I explain my principles and I don’t back down,” he said.
District and Catamount Institute. Leveraging our property at Aspen Valley Ranch as an innovative educational tool for young students is a testament to Gordon Jackson’s legacy and Julie Snyder’s generosity. Gordon was the original owner of Aspen Valley Ranch. Julie, his daughter, is responsible for turning the ranch into an important community asset. I cannot think of a better use for the ranch and this new partnership ... and its promise to benefit our community’s children.”
POLITICAL TELLER COUNTY Democratic Party (TellerDems) invites interested persons to attend its 2014 informational and educational programs, as well as community events. For details about the TellerDems calendar of activities, call Mrs. Ellen Haase, 719-687-1813. TELLER COUNTY Republicans meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Pikes Peak Comyomunity Center in Divide next to the Conoco. Come and help set the course for conservative thinking and direction in Teller County, Colorado, and the nation. Additional information at http://www.teller-gop.org. TRANSPORTATION’S LOCAL Coordinating Council of Teller County meets at 9 a.m. on the third Monday of each month at the Aspen Mine Center in Cripple Creek. This meeting is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. PROFESSIONAL DIVIDE CHAMBER of Commerce. Contact president Lisa Lee at 719-686-7587 for meeting dates and times. COMPUTER CLASSES. The Woodland Park Public Library offers computer basics, Internet basics, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Digital Photo Management classes. Some classes have prerequisites, and registration is required for all. Call 719-687-9281, ext. 106 to register. PIKES PEAK Workforce Center offers monthly classes on topics such as resume writing, interview skills and more. Workshops are free and take place at the main office, 1675 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 1107, Colorado Springs. Call 719-667-3730 or go to www.ppwfc.org. TELLER BUSINESS Builders meets at 7 a.m. Mondays at
the Hungry Bear, 111 E. Midland Ave., in Woodland Park. The group helps local businesses through cooperative marketing, professional education and trusted relationships. Call Gail Wingerd at 719-686-1076 or send e-mail to gail@woodlandparkprinter.com or Mike Hazelwood at 719-473-5008
TELLER NETWORKING Team meet from 7:45-8:45 a.m. Thursdays at Denny’s Restaurant in Woodland Park. TNT is a local businesses owners networking group working to pass leads and help each others’ businesses grow. Join us to learn more or call Vickie at 719-748-1274. RECREATION CHRISTIAN YOGA is offered at 5 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Sundays at Corner Street, 500 E. Midland Ave. in Woodland Park. Mindfullness-centered practice aimed at relaxation, focus, gentle movement. Contact Chrissy Bensen, with bStill Integrative Wellness LLC at 719-510-2743 (www. bStillyoga.com) before attending for the first time to
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EXERCISE CLASSES offered for free through Community Partnership Family Resource Center’s Healthy Living Programs. Locations of classes are throughout Teller County. Visit www.cpteller.org under “Get Healthy Challenge” or email Kathy at Kathy@cpteller.org for more information.
JAM NIGHT. The Grange Hall is open from 6-9 p.m. every Thursday for the Jammers music and potluck. This is a great night and the place to be on Thursdays. The music is always different depending on who and how many musicians show up. We always have fun, good food and dancing. All musicians are welcome to join in the jam session. If you are not a musician, come for a social evening out to meet other community members. Call 719-748-0358.
FLORISSANT GRANGE Hall is available for events including weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and memorials. The Florissant Grange Hall, also known as the Old School House in Florissant, is a historic building built in 1887 and 1888. School started in the school in 1889 and continued through 1960, which creates an interesting historic atmosphere. The Old School House sits on 2-plus acres and weather permitting the grounds can be used as well. Call 719-748-5004 and leave a message to arrange a time to visit the Grange Hall and reserve this space for your event. EVERY THURSDAY all year the Florissant Grange Hall (The Old School House) is open from 6-9 pm for the Jammers Music and Pot Luck. This is a happening place to be on Thursday evenings. Sometimes we have more musicians than people and sometimes we have more people than the hall can hold, but no matter what, we have fun and great music and fabulous food. All musicians are welcome to join in the jam session and if you are not a musician, come for the social evening out. Call 719-748-0358. GENTLE YOGA with Nancy Stannard is offered at 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays, and at 9:30 a.m. Saturdays. Safe, fun and accessible for all. Flexibility, breathing, balance and gentle strengthening. Contact Nancy Stannard nancystannard55@ gmail.com before first class and see gentleyoga4healing.com for information. GET IN shape with a parks and recreation fitness membership. The center offers Paramount and Nautilus equipment and free weights. Schedule a personalized fitness orientation and have an individual workout program designed for your fitness needs. Individuals ages 16 and older are welcome to become fitness members. Minors require signed parental permission. Corporate memberships are available. Call 719-689-3514. FRONT RANGE Fencing Club. Learn to fence class for children and adults. Meets at Discovery Canyon Campus. Visit http://frontrangefencing.tripod.com/ Advanced competitive lessons available too. HEALTHIER LIVING Colorado, Diabetes Self-Management Workshop. Learn the skills needed to manage your diabetes. Teller County Public Health and Community Partnership Family Resource Center offer six-week classes to help you with the challenges of living with this ongoing health condition. Participants learn how to control their blood glucose, prevent complications, and cope with the stress of having a chronic health condition. Call Teller County Public Health at 719-687-6416 or visit www.cpteller.org or www.co.teller. co.us/PublicHealth for information and a list of classes in your
KARATE PLUS meets at 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Woodland Park Community Church and at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Lake George Bible Church. The class includes Japanese karate and jujitsu, Okinawan weapons, padded sparring and Judo throws. Self-defense is also taught. The program is Bible-based. Black belt instruction. KP has been in the Ute Pass area for more than 16 years. Low rates. Ages 5 through adult. Two free lessons. For more information call Ken at 719687-1436. KP is nonprofit and non-denominational. THE LAKE George Gem and Mineral Club Youth Program for Earth Science Education, Peblepups, meets from 6-6:45 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at the Lake George Community Center on Hwy 24 on the east side of Lake George. The program is free to students age 8-18. Each session discusses a separate aspect of Earth science or mineral collecting. Warm weather will allow field trips on weekends. Further information from Steve Veatch 719-748-5010 or John Rakowski 719-748-3861 or at LGGMClub.org. THE LAKE George Gem and Mineral Club meets the second Saturday of every month at the Community Center, Lake George. Meetings begin at 10 a.m. until May, when it changes to 9 a.m. to accommodate a field trip in conjunction with the regular meeting. There is always a program or field trip. MOTHER BEAR Self-Defense offers Krav Maga classes from 9-10:30 a.m. Saturdays and by appointment on Thursdays on the second floor of the Corner Dance Studio in Woodland Park. Mother Bear also offers women’s self-defense classes for groups of three or more. Contact Wendy at 719-323-7949 for information. THE MOUNTAIN Top Cycling club holds monthly meetings for bicyclist of all types and skill levels. The club meets at different locations on the first Tuesday of the month. Membership fee is $25 for individual and $40 for family. We have guest speakers, presentations and door prizes. The meeting is from 7-8 p.m. Social time at 6:30 p.m. Visit www. mountaintopcyclingclub.com or write us Mountain Top Cycling Club P.O.Box 843 Woodland Park CO 80866. For more information, call Debbie at 719-687-2489. TAI CHI is offered for free at 9 a.m. Mondays at the Florissant Public Library. Call Pam Powers, 719-748-3378 or Judy Ross, 719-686-9122. Clubs continues on Page 23
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Tancredo proud to be out of step `Not the traditional Republican candidate’ By Vic Vela
vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com Over the years, Tom Tancredo has been called an extremist and a racist and countless other pejoratives. And, most recently, a fellow Republican in a crowded GOP field looking to unseat Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper said that a Tancredo nomination “spells disaster for Colorado Republicans.” Tancredo has heard it all before. “I would like to think that there is a pretty significant chunk of the constituency out there who say they support Tom Tancredo because there’s not necessarily an issue as there is an attitude that they happen to like,” Tancredo said during a recent and far-reaching interview with Colorado Community Media. “I’m not afraid to say the things that I say and do the things I do in terms of public policy and I’m someone who has a wellhoned view on these things.” If there has ever been a lightning rod in Colorado politics, it’s Tancredo. A former congressman who represented the state’s 6th Congressional District for 10 years, Tancredo has made a political life out of taking polarizing — and sometimes eyebrow-raising — positions on key issues. And, deciding in 2010 that Dan Maes wasn’t an appropriate choice for the Republican nomination for governor, Tancredo waged a third-party candidacy against
Hickenlooper and finished in second place, well ahead of Maes. Tancredo’s views on issues may come as a surprise to some. He supported Amendment 64, which legalized retail marijuana sales in the state. And Tancredo said in the interview that he doesn’t have a problem with gay marriage, but hopes there is a way to protect those who hold religious convicTancredo tions against gay marriage from having to perform ceremonies. “It’s not my relationship of choice but ... I don’t care what people do,” he said. Tancredo, a resident of Lakewood, is familiar with the issues that he’ll have to deal with as governor. He supports hydraulic fracturing, known as “fracking,” but understands the concerns among certain communities that would like more control over drilling that occurs in their towns. Tancredo used his support of legalized marijuana as example of that balance. “I supported Amendment 64, and one of the reasons I did so was the fact that it provided local control,” he said. “Local communities have a right to say no to establishments if they want. I have that same sort of gut-level reaction to this fracking thing. I can support fracking, but I can also support local control, depending on how it looks, how it’s framed.” Tancredo holds the same philosophy when it comes to education. Tancredo, who worked in the U.S. Department of Education during the administrations of
Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush, doesn’t believe in a cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all approach to teaching kids. “The idea of one kind of system, no matter how well-intentioned the people who are in it … the idea that that system can accommodate all the kids in the state is a misinterpretation of the phenomena of education,” he said. Tancredo doesn’t like much of what Hickenlooper has done in office. But he was especially angered by the governor’s decision to grant a temporary reprieve to Nathan Dunlap, a death row inmate who killed four people at an Aurora Chuck E. Cheese’s restaurant in 1993. Tancredo entered the governor’s race after Hickenlooper’s decision, which neither commuted nor went forward with Dunlap’s execution. “I just wish that whatever he did was based on some heartfelt and well-thoughtout position on it, based on, I don’t know, whatever,” Tancredo said. “To say I don’t know what good it would be (to execute Dunlap) ... I think that does not speak well of his integrity.” But the issue Tancredo is known for here and at the national level is illegal immigration. Tancredo is a hard-liner on this issue and some of positions — such as his support for erecting a fence along the Mexican border — concerns some GOP members who worry that the party is already in trouble with Latino voters. In a recent op-ed in the Colorado Springs Gazette, Secretary of State Scott Gessler, who is also running for governor, said that a Tancredo nomination “spells di-
saster for Colorado Republicans.” And a Gazette editorial called on Gessler and Mike Kopp to drop out of the race to make it easier for former Congressman Bob Beauprez to defeat Tancredo. Tancredo believes that those fears are misplaced. And his views on illegal immigration haven’t changed, regardless of the fact that Latinos are growing in electoral strength. “A Republican candidate, any Republican candidate, no matter how pro-amnesty or moderate they are on the issue, however you want to describe it, will get about 35 percent of the Hispanic vote. That’s it,” Tancredo said. “It doesn’t change whether it’s John McCain or Tom Tancredo. “I assure you this, that if all those folks who are coming across that southern border were coming in here and voting Republican, there’d be a wall on that southern border 2,500 feet high with broken glass on the top. Because the issue is political. It’s political, but it’s not racial. That’s the thing that’s important. There’s nothing, absolutely nothing about this issue that has anything to do with race. It is geographic and economic.” Tancredo is not a run-of-the-mill Republican - and that’s exactly why he believes he’s the best guy win back the governor’s mansion for his party. “The only reason why I’m doing this is because I think I can win because I am not the typical Republican candidate,” Tancredo said. “If you run a traditional candidate and a traditional campaign, you will have a traditional outcome — and that is we lose.”
John Elway before casting their ballots in the Republican gubernatorial primary later this month. Beauprez lost a 2006 gubernatorial
bid to former Gov. Bill Ritter by 15 points. While he has received the support of key figures in the GOP establishment — recently, he received the support of former presidential candidate Mitt Romney — others have wondered if it’s a good idea to let a guy who lost so badly eight years ago be the state party’s standard-bearer again. When asked in a recent interview why voters should give him another chance, the former congressman reminded Denver Broncos fans that second chances can pay off. “(It’s the) same reason why people who saw John Elway lose that Super Bowl so badly still bought tickets and rejoiced when he finally won one,” Beauprez said. “I’m not John Elway and I’m no Peyton Manning, but I do have a life of experience and success and some of that life experience is makBeauprez ing mistakes.” Beauprez said he has learned from mistakes made during the “painful trial of 2006,” a year that was not good for any Republican, but for him especially. But Beauprez hopes that voters give him a clean slate when Republicans head to the polls for the June 24 GOP primary. Beauprez, a Lafayette resident, grew up on an area dairy farm before becoming a successful banker. He was elected to Congress in 2002, representing Colorado’s 7th Congressional District for two terms before running for governor. Beauprez believes he is the man among a crowded field of Republicans who can defeat Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper in the fall. And Beauprez believes there are a number of areas where Hickenlooper is vulnerable, including his “horrible” leadership on the issue of hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking.” Hickenlooper — a pro-fracking geologist — has hoped that all sides of the fracking debate can find agreement on key issues prior to initiatives being put on the November ballot that would allow communities to have more say over oil and gas drilling. The governor said last month that the ballot measures could have “draconian” results, but Beauprez said Hickenlooper has brought this problem upon himself due to “failed leadership.” “This issue didn’t just happen,” Beau-
prez said. “It’s been seven years in the making. Every single year the state government has imposed more regulations on the oil and gas industry. It’s death by 1,000 cuts and now all of the sudden he says it’s draconian. Well, he’s invited it.” Beauprez believes that fracking is a safe practice that benefits the state economically. “Fracking isn’t as complicated if you let science guide the policy ... not myths and hyperbole and a social agenda,” he said. That viewpoint is at odds with residents of his hometown of Lafayette, the majority of whom voted to support a citywide fracking ban in 2012. “This isn’t the first time we’ve voted based on emotion and that’s what this is,” he said of communities that have placed moratoriums on the practice. On education, Beauprez, like other Republican candidates, believes that parents should have more choices available as to where they send their kids to school. He also believes that there should be property tax relief for parents who teach their children from home. And, if elected governor, Beauprez said his wife Claudia will head an initiative that would provide books to parents after children are born so they “can read to a child before they get to school.” Beauprez is particularly concerned about reading scores among schoolchildren in Colorado and believes that the education system needs to be reformed. “Do we want to fund education? Sure, everybody does,” he said. “But the problem is, we keep saying it’s for the children yet we keep failing the children. And when is somebody going to say enough?” Like other Republicans, Beauprez is pro-death penalty and believes that Hickenlooper made a mistake last year by not going forward with the execution of Nathan Dunlap — the man who killed four people at an Aurora Chuck E. Cheese’s restaurant in 1993. Beauprez, coming from a business background, believes that government rules are harming businesses and, if elected, would work “to get anti-business regulations of our books.” Beauprez understands that Democrats have a demographic advantage at the state level. The majority of women and minorities — especially a growing Latino voter
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AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH.
Public Notices which has the address of: 223 Turnabout Lane Florissant, CO 80816-9081
Public Trustees Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0011 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 16, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: CHRISTOPHER E MULFORD Original Beneficiary: GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust: 10/31/2007 Recording Date of Deed of Trust : 11/19/2007 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 612938 Original Principal Amount: $222,007.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $205,418.97 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: The failure to timely make payments as required under the Deed of Trust. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. LOT 18, ARROWHEAD ESTATES, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO. which has the address of: 535 Red Feather Lane Woodland Park, CO 80863
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
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THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of July 9, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/14/2014 Last Publication: 6/11/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Dated: 3/10/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee Attorney: SHEILA J FINN Attorney Registration #36637 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD., SUITE 400 , ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone: 1 (303) 706-9990 Fax: 1 (303) 706-9994 Attorney file #: 14-000443 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Legal Notice No.: No. 2014-0013 First Publication: 5/14/2014 Last Publication: 6/11/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
On March 7, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of August 6, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
Original Grantor: THOMAS G. GREENLEE AND SUSAN L. GREENLEE Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR TEAM HOME LENDING, LTD. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Date of Deed of Trust: 11/15/2005 Recording Date of Deed of Trust : 11/21/2005 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 587731 Original Principal Amount: $259,950.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $231,692.17
First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Dated: 4/18/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee Attorney: ALISON L BERRY Attorney Registration #34531 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD., SUITE 400, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone: 1 (303) 706-9990 Fax: 1 (303) 706-9994 Attorney file #: 14-000424 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Legal Notice No.: 2014-0011 First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 6, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: DANIEL J LEWIS AND AMBER C LEWIS Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE BANK, FSB Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: 1/25/2008 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 2/4/2008 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 614776 Original Principal Amount: $192,850.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $189,585.90 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: The failure to timely make payments as required under the Deed of Trust. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. LOT 97, COLORADO MOUNTAIN ESTATES NO. 1, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO which has the address of: 223 Turnabout Lane Florissant, CO 80816-9081 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of July 9, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all in-
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together will all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. LOT 4, BLOCK 1, TROUT HAVEN ESTATES - SECOND FILING, COUNTY OF TELLER, COLORADO. which has the address of: 97 Wahsatch Road Florissant, CO 80816 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of July 9, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/14/2014 Last Publication: 6/11/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Dated: 3/11/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee Attorney: JOAN OLSON Attorney Registration #28078 ARONOWITZ & MECKLENBURG, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone: (303) 813-1177 Fax: Attorney file #: 1159.100126.F01 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Legal Notice No.: 2014-0014 First Publication: 5/14/2014 Last Publication: 6/11/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0016 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 18, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: RHETT PARHAM Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR FIR STB AN K OF C O L OR AD O
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DEED OF TRUST. 21-Out ATTACHED HERETO
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
LOT 97, COLORADO MOUNTAIN ESTATES NO. 1, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO
Outstanding Principal Balance: $108,368.02
CUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE
The failure to timely make payments as required under the Deed of Trust.
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows:
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which has the address of: 440 Timber Lane Woodland Park, CO 80863
Public Notice
NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0016
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
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On March 18, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: RHETT PARHAM Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE F O R FI R S TB AN K O F C O L OR AD O S PR I N GS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Date of Deed of Trust: 6/24/2005 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 7/14/2005 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 582587 Original Principal Amount: $216,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $191,801.20 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together will all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. LOT 9 IN RIDGEWOOD - FOURTH FILING, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO. which has the address of: 156 Blue Spruce Trail Woodland Park, CO 80863 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of July 16, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Dated: 3/19/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee Attorney: JENNIFER H TRACHTE Attorney Registration #40391 ARONOWITZ & MECKLENBURG, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone: (303) 813-1177 Fax: Attorney file #: 1159.100077.F01 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Legal Notice No.: 2014-0016 First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0017 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 18, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: LUANNE KLANG Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR ADAMS MORTGAGE, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: 4/8/2011 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 4/12/2011 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 643503 Original Principal Amount: $184,208.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $177,347.75 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together will all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. which has the address of: 440 Timber Lane Woodland Park, CO 80863 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of July 16, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of July 16, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
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First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Dated: 3/19/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee Attorney: JENNIFER H TRACHTE Attorney Registration #40391 ARONOWITZ & MECKLENBURG, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone: (303) 813-1177 Fax: Attorney file #: 4622.100072.F01 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. EXHIBIT FOR LEGAL DESCRIPTION Trustee’s Sale No. 2014-0017 LOT 13A, (FORMERLY LOT 13 AND A PORTION OF THE COLORADO MIDLAND RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY), BL OCK A, H U NT'S AD D ITION TO WOODLAND PARK, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT AND TO THAT LOT LINE VACATION CORRECTION RECORDED MARCH 31, 2004 AT RECEPTION NO. 564034, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO. Legal Notice No.: 2014-0017 First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 21, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: DOUGLAS C KEITH Original Beneficiary: CIT SMALL BUSINESS LENDING CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CIT SMALL BUSINESS LENDING CORPORATION Date of Deed of Trust: 7/31/2006 Recording Date of Deed of Trust : 2/14/2007 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 603468 Original Principal Amount: $222,600.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $53,476.64 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. THE NW 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 IN SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 12 SOUTH, RANGE 71 WEST, OF THE 6TH P.M., TELLER COUNTY, COLORADO which has the address of: 601 Trail Creek Road Lake George, CO 80827 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of July 16, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Dated: 3/24/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee Attorney: JANICE HOFMANN CLARK Attorney Registration #7264 HELLERSTEIN AND SHORE, PC 5347 S VALENTIA WAY, SUITE 100, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO 80111 Phone: (303) 573-1080 Fax: (303) 571-1271 Attorney file #: 14-00238SH The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Legal Notice No.: 2014-0019 First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 18, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records.
Failure to pay principal and interest when due together will all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN To advertise your publicTHE notices 303-566-4100 IS A L L Ocall F TH E PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE Public Notice DEED OF TRUST. LOT 2, BLOCK 1, CRYSTAL PEAK ESNOTICE OF SALE TATES SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, (CRS §38-38-103) COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLForeclosure Sale No. 2014-0018 ORADO. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is which has the address of: given with regard to the following de403 Mesa Drive scribed Deed of Trust: Florissant, CO 80816 On March 18, 2014, the undersigned PubNOTICE OF SALE lic Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust The current holder of the Evidence of Debt described below to be recorded in the secured by the Deed of Trust described County of Teller records. herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and Original Grantor: DAVID SICKAFOOSE in said Deed of Trust. Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of FOR PEOPLES MORTGAGE CORPORAJuly 16, 2014, at the Teller County Public TION Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public WELLS FARGO BANK, NA auction to the highest and best bidder for Date of Deed of Trust: 3/4/2011 cash, the said real property and all inRecording Date of Deed of Trust: 3/7/2011 terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. and assigns therein, for the purpose of 642696 paying the indebtedness provided in said Original Principal Amount: $260,538.00 Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Outstanding Principal Balance: Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, $252,296.46 and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of First Publication: 5/21/2014 the deed of trust have been violated as Last Publication: 6/18/2014 follows: Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Failure to pay principal and interest when Dated: 3/24/2014 due together will all other payments ROBERT W. CAMPBELL provided for in the Evidence of Debt seTeller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE cured by the Deed of Trust and other violBy: Shirley A. Kint ations of the terms thereof. Deputy Public Trustee THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Attorney: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN Attorney Registration #34145 IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENTHE CASTLE LAW GROUP, LLC CUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE 999 18TH STREET, SUITE 2201, DEED OF TRUST. DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone: 1 (303) 865-1400 ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' Fax: 1 (303) 865-1410 AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS Attorney file #: 14-01106 THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. The Attorney above is acting as a debt which has the address of: collector and is attempting to collect a 293 Twin Lakes Dr debt. Any information provided may be Divide, CO 80814 used for that purpose.
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NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of July 16, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Dated: 3/19/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee Attorney: LISA CANCANON Attorney Registration #42043 ARONOWITZ & MECKLENBURG, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone: (303) 813-1177 Fax: Attorney file #: 9104.00391B The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. EXHIBIT FOR LEGAL DESCRIPTION Trustee’s Sale No. 2014-0018 LOT 35, BLOCK 3, HIGHLAND LAKES SUBDIVISION NO. 1, TOGETHER WITH A NON EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER LOTS 34 AND 40, IN SAID BLOCK 3 AS DESCRIBED IN DEED RECORDED NOVEMBER 14, 1972 IN DRAWER 8 CARD 1291 RECEPTION NO, 219002, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO. Legal Notice No.: 2014-0018 First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0020 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 21, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: STEVEN J BARKER Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS OF COLORADO, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust: 3/2/2005 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 3/3/2005 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 577378 Original Principal Amount: $125,037.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $108,368.02 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together will all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. LOT 2, BLOCK 1, CRYSTAL PEAK ESTATES SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO. which has the address of: 403 Mesa Drive Florissant, CO 80816 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and
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Legal Notice No.: 2014-0020 First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier
Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0021 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 3, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: KEVIN R. COLEMAN Original Beneficiary: HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION III Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION III Date of Deed of Trust: 10/22/2004 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 10/28/2004 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 572937 Original Principal Amount: $125,262.03 Outstanding Principal Balance: $103,982.44 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay monthly installments due Note Holder. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. LOT 1326, TRANQUIL ACRES ADDITION NO. 2, TELLER COUNTY, COLORADO. TAX MAP OR PARCEL ID NO.: R0018440 NO COMMON ADDRESS GIVEN ON DEED OF TRUST. FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES: which has the address of: 1239 Blossom Rd Woodland Park, CO 80863 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of August 6, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Dated: 4/7/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee Attorney: HOLLY L DECKER Attorney Registration #32647 MEDVED DALE DECKER & DEERE, LLC 355 UNION BLVD., SUITE 250 , LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228 Phone: (303) 274-0155 Fax: 1 (303) 274-0159 Attorney file #: 14-913-26324 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Legal Notice No.: 2014-0021 First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier
22 Pikes Peak Courier Public Trustees Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0022 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 3, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: EDWARD E WORMINGTON Original Beneficiary: VECTRA BANK COLORADO, NA Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust: 3/6/2007 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 3/9/2007 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 604158 Original Principal Amount: $84,955.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $72,416.83 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: The failure to timely make payments as required under the Deed of Trust. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. THAT PART OF LOTS 17, 18 AND 19, BLOCK 7, LITTLE MONTANA ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF VICTOR, LYING WEST OF THE FLORENCE AND CRIPPLE CREEK RAILROAD AND WEST OF HIGHTWAY 67, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO. which has the address of: 206 North 4th Street Victor, CO 80860 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of August 6, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Dated: 4/7/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee Attorney: EVE M GRINA Attorney Registration #43658 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD., SUITE 400, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone: 1 (303) 706-9990 Fax: 1 (303) 706-9994 Attorney file #: 14-000839 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Legal Notice No.: 2014-0022 First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0023 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 11, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: WILLIAM D WOODS AND PATRICIA J WOODS Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, PRINCIPAL RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Date of Deed of Trust: 11/7/2001 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 11/14/2001 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 526126** Original Principal Amount: $157,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $127,805.30
NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0023 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
Public Trustees
On April 11, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records. Original Grantor: WILLIAM D WOODS AND PATRICIA J WOODS Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, PRINCIPAL RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Date of Deed of Trust: 11/7/2001 Recording Date of Deed of Trust : 11/14/2001 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 526126** Original Principal Amount: $157,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $127,805.30 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows:
NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0024
On April 16, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records.
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Original Grantor: JOHN KRENZ Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR CHERRY CREEK MORTGAGE CO., INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Date of Deed of Trust: 12/23/2008 Recording Date of Deed of Trust : 12/29/2008 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 623109 Original Principal Amount: $221,100.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $218,629.43 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows:
Failure to pay monthly installments due Note Holder.
Failure to pay principal and interest when due together will all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. LOT 31, HIGHLAND LAKES SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 6, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO.
which has the address of: 550 Bridle Drive Woodland Park, CO 80863
which has the address of: 481 Pinon Lake Drive Divide, CO 80814
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of August 6, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of August 6, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier
First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier
Dated: 4/14/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee
Dated: 4/18/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee
Attorney: TONI M DALE Attorney Registration #30580 MEDVED DALE DECKER & DEERE, LLC 355 UNION BLVD., SUITE 250, LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228 Phone: (303) 274-0155 Fax: 1 (303) 274-0159 Attorney file #: 14-049-26328
Attorney: CHRISTOPHER T GROEN Attorney Registration #39976 THE CASTLE LAW GROUP, LLC 999 18TH STREET, SUITE 2201, DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone: 1 (303) 865-1400 Fax: 1 (303) 865-1410 Attorney file #: 10-06240R
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
EXHIBIT FOR LEGAL DESCRIPTION Trustee’s Sale No. 2014-0023
Legal Notice No.: 2014-0024 First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier
LOT 17, BLOCK 3, SUNNY SLOPE ACRES NO. 1, INCORPORATED, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO. **THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON THE DEED OF TRUST WAS CORRECTED BY A SCRIVENER'S AFFIDAVIT RECORDED ON 04/02/14 AT RECEPTION NO. 670469 IN THE RECORDS OF TELLER COUNTY. Legal Notice No.: 2014-0023 First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Public Notice NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0024 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 16, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Teller records.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. LOT 31, HIGHLAND LAKES SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 6, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO.
which has the address of: 550 Bridle Drive Woodland Park, CO 80863
which has the address of: 481 Pinon Lake Drive Divide, CO 80814
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of August 6, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon of August 6, 2014, at the Teller County Public Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 6/11/2014
First Publication: 6/11/2014
Government Legals Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that final settlement will be made on or about June 26, 2014 to WeatherSure Systems Inc. for contract no. 02-0150-3285-900-2032-01, between Teller County and WeatherSure Systems,Inc. for work on The Victor Lowell Thomas Museum. Any person, individual, limited liability company, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate trust, partnership, co-partnership, association, company, corporation or other legal entity that has furnished labor, materials, sustenance or other supplies used or consumed by a contractor or his or her sub-contractor in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplied laborers, rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractor or the subcontractor may, in accord with section 3826-107(1) C.R.S., file with the Board of County Commissioners of Teller County Colorado a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim, which statement must be filed on or before Friday, June 20, 2014. Legal Notice No.: 933449 First Publication: June 4, 2014 Last Publication: June 11, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
Government Legals PUBLIC NOTICE and NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Victor has received an application for a Tavern Liquor License at 315 W. Victor Avenue, Victor, Colorado. The applicant for this license is Cynthia Vaccaro, dba: Blue Collar Speak Easy. A PUBLIC HEARING on this matter will be held on June 26, 2014, at 6:00PM at Victor City Hall, 500 Victor Avenue, Victor, Colorado. All interested parties are urged to attend. Comments regarding this application may be directed to Attn: City Clerk, City of Victor, P. O. Box 86, Victor, CO 80860 or delivered to 500 Victor Avenue, Victor, Colorado. All comments must be received no later than June 25, 2014, at 4:00PM. Published this 11th day of June, 2014 Sandy Honeycutt City Clerk, City of Victor Legal Notice No.: 933459 First Publication: June 11, 2014 Last Publication: June 11, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier Public Notice CITY OF WOODLAND PARK, COLORADO
Government Legals ORDINANCE NO. 1216, SERIES 2014 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18.09 OF THE WOODLAND PARK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW UP TO TWO DWELLING UNITS WITHIN THE SAME STRUCTURE AS A PERMITTED USE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL, COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL, SERVICE COMMERCIAL, CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT, AND HEAVY SERVICE COMMERCIAL/LIGHT INDUSTRIAL ZONE DISTRICTS. SUMMARY: This Ordinance amends the Woodland Park Municipal Code to allow up to two dwelling units within the same structure. PENALTY: None. This Ordinance was passed on second and final reading on June 4, 2014 after notice and public hearing and is hereby published by title only as required by Charter Section 7.6 to be effective seven days after this publication. Suzanne Leclercq, Deputy City Clerk City of Woodland Park Legal Notice No.: 933469 First Publication: June 11, 2014 Last Publication: June 11, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
ORDINANCE NO. 1216, SERIES 2014
Public Notice CHAPTER AN ORDINANCE AMENDING 18.09 OF THE WOODLAND MUNINOTICE OF SALE of TrustPARK described herein, has filed Notice of Election and DeCIPAL CODE TO ALLOW UPsale TO as TWO (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2013-0062 mand for provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. DWELLING UNITS WITHIN THE SAME USE IN Is Hereby Given that I will, at 10:00 a.m. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is givenSTRUCTURE with regard toAS theA PERMITTED THEREFORE, Notice THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL, following described Deed of Trust: in the forenoon of July 9, 2014, at the Teller County Public COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL, SERVICE Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, Colorado, COMMERCIAL, BUSINESS On March 6, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the CENTRAL sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the AND HEAVY COMNotice of Election and Demand relating to the DISTRICT, Deed of Trust saidSERVICE real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ ZONE described below to be recorded in the County MERCIAL/LIGHT of Teller records. INDUSTRIAL heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedDISTRICTS. ness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Original Grantor: GATT FAMILY ENTERPRISES, LLC Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items SUMMARY: This thewill issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Original Beneficiary: FIRST COMMUNITY BANK, A BRANCH OFOrdinance allowed amends by law, and Woodland Park Municipal Codealltoasallow FIRST STATE BANK N.M. Purchase, provided by law. up CAPITAL to two dwelling Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: ACQUIRED II, L.P. units within the same structure. Date of Deed of Trust: 2/24/2004 First Publication: 5/14/2014 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 2/27/2004 Last Publication: 6/11/2014 PENALTY: None. Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 562589 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier Original Principal Amount: $300,000.00 passed3/11/2014 on second Outstanding Principal Balance: $289,047.07 This Ordinance was Dated: and final reading on June 4, 2014 noROBERT W.after CAMPBELL tice and public hearing and is hereby Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified Teller COUNTY pubPUBLIC TRUSTEE lished by title only as required by Charter that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as By: Shirley A. Kint Section 7.6 to be effective seven days follows: Deputy Public Trustee after this publication. Failure to make payments on the Debt when the same wereLeclercq, due Attorney: Suzanne Deputy DOMINIC City ClerkH RIVERS and owing. Registration CityAttorney of Woodland Park #40127 FOX ROTHSCHILD LLP THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. 633 SEVENTEENTH STREET, SUITE 2700 , Legal Notice No.: 933469 THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS A First PORTION OF JuneDENVER, Publication: 11, 2014 COLORADO THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED Phone: (303) 292-1200 Fax: (303) 292-1300 Last Publication: June 11, 2014 OF TRUST. Publisher: Pikes Peak Attorney Courier file #: N/A ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT ‘A’ AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. which has the address of: N/A N/A, CO N/A NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Legal Notice No.: 2013-0062 First Publication: 5/14/2014 Last Publication: 6/11/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of John P. Harrington, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 30025 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Teller County, Colorado on or before October 14, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred. Mary Ellen Harrington Personal Representative 18 Crooks Lane Gardiner, NY 12525 Legal Notice No: 933468 First Publication: June 11, 2014 Last Publication: June 25, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows:
Failure to pay monthly installments due Note Holder.
Public Notice CITY OF WOODLAND PARK, COLORADO
Notice To Creditors
Original Grantor: JOHN KRENZ Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR CHERRY CREEK MORTGAGE CO., INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Date of Deed of Trust: 12/23/2008 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 12/29/2008 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 623109 Original Principal Amount: $221,100.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $218,629.43
Failure to pay principal and interest when due together will all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof.
June 11, 2014
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
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Things looking up in GMF, Woodland Park pitches in By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com Things are looking up in Green Mountain Falls. Hit with the resignations of the entire public works department as well as the administrative staff, the new board has been working from a deficit. The resignations came within days of Mayor Lorrie Worthey’s re-election April 1. In addition to the staff walk-out, two planning commissioners and two trustees bailed. On a positive note, Domenique Turnbull and Eric Caldwell signed on to fill the vacancies on the planning commission while Don Ellis and Barbara Gardiner filled the vacancies on the board. Gardiner is doing double duty answering phones at town hall. Each was sworn into office by Worthey at the meeting June 3. At the suggestion of attorney Matthew Krob, the town joined the Mountain States Employers Council, which was represented that evening by Michael Johnson. “We supply human-resources and legal support to all sorts of employers, public, private,” Johnson said. “Essentially, we assist employers with employment-related issues.” With bases covered on legal issues, the board seems to be pulling out of the slough of details, such as unattended roads along with all the vacancies. A cheer from summer resident Pamela Giraud accented the positive, including kudos for Marshal Tim Bradley. “I want to say how great the town looks; our road was graded yesterday (by El Paso County), the lake looks awesome; I don’t care if the fountain’s not working yet. The
hillside across from the Mucky Duck was mowed,” Giraud said. “I have a sense of happiness here everywhere, especially in this meeting tonight.” An appearance by four of eight lifeguards hired for the summer cast another light on the pleasant atmosphere. Asked for ideas about enhancing revenue from the pool, one advocated marketing the amenity on Twitter and Facebook. “No matter what, everything is going to technology,” said Tory Reavis. Sure enough, Reavis had created a Facebook page for the swimming pool by the next morning. After a refurbishing of sandblasting and routine maintenance, the pool is expected to be open June 12. As well, the board approved funding for one of the lifeguards, Megan Brown, to earn certification as a pool operator. Krob said his law firm would cover the cost of the certification, $200. Help for the struggling board is coming from the city of Woodland Park, which sent Suzanne Brown to take notes while Calhan city clerk, Cindy Tompkins, has offered administrative help at town hall. As well, Rich Bowman, president of the Green Mountain Falls/Chipita Park Fire Protection District, received a round of applause after the mayor thanked him for mowing the grass around the lake and the pool. The board ended the evening with an executive session on a personnel issue having to do with a former employee. Krob called the session. On another note, the board canceled the groundbreaking ceremony for the new town hall and picnic scheduled for June 7.
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Tai Chi is offered every Wednesday at Florissant/Four Mile Fire Department. Call Meridel Gatterman, 719-689-5861. Tai Chi is offered from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Wood-
land Park Library, in the downstairs resource room. Call Cheryl Koc, 719-687-2633 or Judy Ross at 719-686-9122.
Tai Chi is offered from 9-10 a.m. Fridays at the Woodland Park Library, in the downstairs community room. Call Penny Brandt, 719-687-1848 or Judy Ross at 719-686-9122. Tai Chi, Sun Style 73 Forms, is offered from 10-11 a.m.
Fridays at the Woodland Park Library, in the downstairs community room. Call Cheryl Koc, 719-687-2633.
Teller CounTy Shooting Society, an organization estab-
lishing a new gun range in Teller County, meets the second Saturday of every other month at the Divide Community Center and the Elks Club in Victor. The club has 52 members and expects to grow substantially once ground breaks in the spring. All of the political hurdles are completed and all of the necessary applications have all been approved. Go to www. tcss-co.org.
TherapeuTiC yoga-based stress-reduction classes offered from 5-6 p.m. Sundays in Woodland Park. Welcoming, fun, and affordable. Cost is $7 per class. See www.bStillcounseling.com or contact Chrissy Bensen, MA-MFT, 719-510-2743 for details. Teller CounTy 4-H Shooting Sports Club meets the first
Sunday of each month at the Pikes Peak Community Club (PPCC) in Divide at 4 p.m. 4-H projects/disciplines covered by the club: .22 and Air Rifle, Archery, Shotgun, and Air Pistol. For more information about the club meetings or project/ discipline practices, contact Bob Tyler, 719-748-1335 or eagle3tyler@gmail.com. For 4-H enrollment contact Mark Platten at 719-686-7961.
Thursday nighT Beginners Book Study meets from 7-8
p.m. Thursdays at Woodland Park Community Church. Email gclark25@live.com for information.
Four of eight lifeguards for the Green Mountain Falls swimming pool offered suggestions to the board of trustees for increasing revenue during the summer, From left, Sevin Murdock; Megan Brown, a five-year lifeguard at the pool; Tory Reavis, in her second summer as a lifeguard; and Whitney Bartley-Houchin, also in in her second year. Photo by Pat Hill
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Woodland park Ceili Club hast monthly ceilis (“kaylees”), which is Irish for a dance party. The purpose is to bring social Irish dance to the Teller County community. These ceilis are open to the public, with no dance experience required. The dances are taught as part of the event. Visit www.mountaineire.org and see the Ceili Club tab, or call 686-1325.
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Divide Post Office responds to need By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com Monica DeLuca has had it with all the negative news. As a result, the Divide postmaster initiated a program that focuses on the positive. In collaboration with Teller County Sheriff’s Office, DeLuca initiated a program to help children who encounter emotional or physical trauma. In a feelgood approach to soften the blow, the post office offers its clients the opportunity to purchase a love bear or Winnie the Pooh bear. “You can buy a bear and donate it to the sheriff’s office,” DeLuca said. The sheriff’s office keeps a supply on hand. “We give these to children who have been in a car accident, for example, when we need something to calm them down,” said Sheriff Mike Ensminger. Car crashes, death of a parent or relative, or a domestic-violence situation, the little bears are a calming influence, Ensminger added. The love bears are $11.99 and Winnie the Pooh bears are $14.99. “This is a wonderful program that has been received very well,” Ensminger said. The bear program continues through the month of June.
Divide Postmaster Monica DeLuca initiated a program that gives the community the opportunity to provide a cuddly bear for children who encounter trauma. The program is a collaboration of the post office and the Teller County Sheriff’s Office. From left, Commander Jason Mikesell, DeLuca, Sgt. Jerry Sloan, Sheriff Mike Ensminger and Deputy Renee Bunting. Photo by Pat Hill
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the Swing Factory Big Band. Craig can also be reached at 719-687-2210.
Yoga classes are offered at 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, with a senior class at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, at the Florissant Grange, 2009 County Road 31. Certified instructor. Everyone welcome. Call Debbie at 719-748-3678 for information. Yoga classes are offered in Woodland Park. All levels are welcome. Contact Michelle Truscelli at 719-505-5011 or check out www.shakti3yoga.com for information. Yoga for Every Body 2014 yoga classes offered at various
locations in the Pikes Peak area. All classes free or by donation. Call Stacy for more information at 719-689-5745 or email namastacy15@gmail.com.
XingYi is offered from 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays at the Woodland
Park Recreation Center. Must be 18 or older. Contact Jeff at 816-260-8595 for information.
social a course in Miracles classes meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays in Woodland Park. Call 719-286-8421 or e-mail lynnzina@aol. com for information.
The style of the gazebo represents a typical Victorian Gazebo of the 1890’s, but a closer look reveals a very different paint job on the roof with symbols of a Spade, Diamond, Club and Heart. The card symbols painted on the gazebo’s roof served as an indicator in the 1890’s-1900’s for those in the know of where a game could be found. Courtesy photo
Public welcome to GMF concert Staff report A 25-year tradition in Green Mountain Falls, concerts by the lake attract people from all over the region. With Floyd Frame and the Colorado Springs Concert Band, the musicians are a mainstay as a summer event in the town’s landmark gazebo. The first concert of the summer is
from 7 to 8 p.m. June 17 and features 35 members of the band. Concert-goers are invited to bring their friends and families, some treats and chairs to hear the concert by the lake. The concert is sponsored by the Ute Pass Triangle Chamber of Commerce and the Chipita Park Association.
Have an event? To submit a calendar listing, send information to calendar@ coloradocommunitymedia.com or by fax to 303-566-4098.
above the Clouds Cruisers meet the first Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at 1120 West Bowman Ave., Woodland Park. For information contact Marsh at 719-687-1058. american legion Post 1980 Woodland Park meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at Grange Hall on Hwy 67, about three miles north of the US-24/Hwy-67 junction in Woodland Park. Visit http://post1980.org. american legion Post 171 meets at 7 p.m. at the Post Building, 400 East Carr Ave. in Cripple Creek. applY spiritual laws as taught by the Ascended Masters for the achievement of personal and global freedom, love, peace and abundance. Free study group meets every Saturday in Woodland Park. For information, contact Barbara Royal at 719-687-6823 or miraclesofwellness@gmail.com. art reception Today is planned for the second Friday of the month and will feature a different artist at Park State Bank in Woodland Park. bill harper, as seen on the Grand Ole Opry, performs 4-7 p.m. every Saturday at Oney’s Restaurant in Florissant. Enjoy old country classic music in a family friendly atmosphere. colorado mounted Rangers Troop “B” is looking for civic minded people who wish to volunteer and contribute to their community. We primarily serve Teller and Park counties, and assist other troops throughout the state. Troop B meets at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at the Highland Bible Church, 800 Research Drive, Woodland Park. We are an all-volunteer organization that is recognized as an auxiliary law enforcement agency by the state of Colorado. We assist law enforcement agencies, forest service, and search and rescue organizations. Experience is not necessary, just a willingness to contribute to your community. To volunteer, or for more information, contact
us through www.coloradoranger.org.
colorado mounted Rangers Troop “I” is looking for responsible and dedicated volunteers who want to make a difference serving their community. You are invited to our monthly meeting the first Friday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Pikes Peak National Bank, in the upstairs conference room, 2401 W. Colorado Ave, on the corner of Colorado Ave and 24th Street. Free parking is available for the meeting in the bank employee parking lot on the south side of the bank’s drive-up facility. Visit http://itroop.coloradoranger.org or e-mail Info@ coloradoranger.org. cripple creek Friendship Club meets from 1-3 p.m. at the Henry C. “June” Hack Arena in City Park. The club is free and offers an opportunity to meet with acquaintances and make new friends. divide plaYgroup meets from 9-10: 30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Community Partnership in Divide. Ffdd program. Call 686-0705 more more info. Drop-ins welcome. doll lovers of Teller County are invited to meetings at 10:30 a.m. the first Thursday of every month at the Village at Skyline. It’s free. A variety of programs include the study of antiques, and vintage and modern dolls. Everyone older than age 12 is welcome. Call Nancy at 719-390-8098. florissant grange No. 420 meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month. The grange continues to offer the Florissant Jammers every Thursday for a potluck dinner at 6 p.m. followed by the music of the great Jammers until 9 p.m. All are welcome to come to the Grange. Call 719-748-0358. the florissant Library Book Club welcomes all book readers to its group. It meets at 10:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month. Call 719-748-3939. gold camp Victorian Society is dedicated to the preservation of the history of Cripple Creek and the surrounding area. The Society plays a role in Cripple Creek’s historic events, celebrations, and festivals, including Donkey Derby Days, the Gold Camp Christmas, the Mt. Pisgah Speaks cemetery tour, the Salute To American Veterans, and many others. The Gold Camp Victorian Society also supports events in other communities in Teller County. The Society also sponsors a Victorian ball as well as a Victorian tea each year, both of which are open to members and non-members alike. Gold Camp Victorian Society members can be seen dressed in period attire welcoming visitors to Cripple Creek on Saturday afternoons during the summer months. The Society also includes the “Smokin’s Guns” club which presents historically-based skits and other entertainment during local events and festivals. The Gold Camp Victorian Society meets on the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. in the Centennial Building in Cripple Creek. Persons interested in participating as members of the Gold Camp Victorian Society are encouraged to call 689-0907 for more information. help u Club meets the third Thursday of every month. Pot luck at noon and meeting at 1 p.m. We help people and other nonprofits in Teller County and the Lake George area of Park Clubs continues on Page 25
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April McMicken is planning a series of events on the courtyard that include libation, music and dance, during 3rd Friday Art Walk. McMicken, who owns Summit Beauty School, hopes to help commerce in Woodland Park by offering an addition to the walk. McMicken and her adjacent neighbor, Charlie Chambers, who owns the photography studio, are collaborating on bringing entertainment to the city, beginning June 20. Photos by Pat Hill
McMicken launches party on the courtyard By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com April McMicken wants to jazz up third Friday Art Walk, thinks it’s not peppy enough. And
with a spiffy courtyard of designer concrete in front of her business on Midland Avenue, Summit Beauty School, McMicken is diving in to get things going. Starting June 20, McMicken, along with Charlie Chambers, whose photography studio is also on the courtyard, is throwing a party. With libations from Bierwerks and live music by Trebleedias, the entertainment venue is the place to be. “People can do the art walk then come back, re-
lax and enjoy the music,” she said. “We want to bring people downtown, get people from Colorado Springs to come up, sit in the cool mountain air and enjoy the view of Pikes Peak.” For McMicken, June 20 is just a beginning. “We’re hoping to get other things lined up for the courtyard,” she said. Bierwerks will be on the courtyard from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and the Trebleedias plays from 5 to 9 p.m. June 20.
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County. Meetings are at the Lake George Community Center. Information: Joan 719-689-2486 or Help U Club, 1054 High Chateau Road, Florissant, CO 80816.
ITALIAN CLUB If you love family, socializing and culture,
then membership in Sons of Italy is right for you. Membership is open to men and women. More information at www. sonofitalypp.com.
LAKE GEORGE Fire Protection District Auxiliary meetings are at 6 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month at Station No. 1 at the corner of Hwy. 24 and County Road 90. THE LAKE George Gem and Mineral Club meets the second Saturday of every month at 10 a.m. at the Lake George Community Center. Mineral topics will be discussed but no field trips until spring. Call 719-748-3861.
are invited to join. Meetings include guest speakers, social time and creative activities. Child care is included. Register anytime online at www.utepassmops.org or call 719-6874812.
MUSIC LESSONS. Guitar, drums and general music lessons are now offered on Friday mornings at the Florissant Grange, 2009 County Road 31. Call 719-748-0358.
MODA U meets at 1 p.m. at Nuts ‘n Bolts Needleworks, 200 S. Chestnut, Woodland Park. Quilters from novice to professional share their craft and get all the latest info about fabrics and notions. Call 719-687-2272.
THE TIMBERLINE Artists meet at 10 a.m. every Wednesday of each month, upstairs at the Aspen Mine Senior Center in Cripple Creek. Everyone is welcome. Bring your favorite craft or art medium and join a dedicated group.
KIWANIS CLUB of Ute Pass/Woodland Park meets at 6:45 a.m. Wednesdays at Denny’s. Call 719-687-5534. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time.
THE MOUNTAIN Artists meets from 9-10:30 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at the Ute Pass Cultural Center in Woodland Park. Call 719-687-1374 or visit www.TheMountainArtists.com. The nonprofit group was established to promote, encourage and support the making and showing of visual arts in Teller County-Ute Pass area.
PARK AND Teller County potluck Just Folks Luncheon is at noon every third Wednesday at Lake George Community Center, 39141 US HWY 24. Call 719-689-0554.
THE LADIES of the Veterans of Foreign Wars meets at noon, the second Tuesday of each month at the Woodland Park Public Library. Call 719-687-9157.
MOPS, MOTHERS of Preschoolers in Woodland Park, meets from 8:45-11:30 a.m two Tuesdays a month, from September to May. All mothers of children pre-birth through kindergarten
JOIN US to knit, crochet or craft every Monday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your projects. Meet new and old friends. Instructions are provided for free. Meeting are at Cripple Creek Coffee at Aspen Mine Center.
PIKES PEAK Community Club meets starting at 6:30 p.m. with a potluck supper the second Thursday of each month at the Pikes Peak Community Center in Divide. Supper is followed by a business meeting. The public is welcome to attend. PIKES PEAK Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the second and
fourth Thursday in Woodland Park. Call 719-684-3081. The Pikes Peak Lions Club is part of Lions Club International, which is the largest worldwide service organization in the world. Our annual fundraiser is the annual Donkey Basketball Tournament. Our fundraisers and service projects provide support for our local community through work projects ranging from testing preschool age kids eyes for eye disease to sponsoring special needs kids to our local Lions Camp in Woodland Park.
PIKES PEAK Plein Air Painters is a nationally recognized group of regional artists. Join the group for year-round activities, painting on location, social activities pertaining to visual arts and art shows. The group is open to anyone intersted in learning to paint or improving their painting skills. Go to www. thepikespeakpleinairpainters.com, or contact Kenneth Shanika at 303-647-1085 or shanikastudio@aol.com. PIKES PEAK Rotary meets at 7 a.m. Fridays at the Woodland Park Library, south entrance. Rotary is a worldwide organization working on projects ranging from polio eradication Clubs continues on Page 27
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RN's/LPN's/CNA's Cripple Creek Care Center, Teller County's only Long-Term Care Nursing facility is looking for Nurses and Nurse Aides. Please submit applications in person at 700 N "A" Street in Cripple Creek or online at www.cc-care.org. Call with questions and/or driving directions. 719.689.2931. Cripple Creek Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Church at 1101 Rampart Range Road in Woodland Park. No tryout needed. Just come and sing. Call 719-687-8545.
internationally to bell ringing for the Salvation Army locally.
Woodland Park High School Panther Pride Athletic Boosters meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month in the high school library.
Call 719-687-3611.
Quilt Ministries meets between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at Ute Pass Cultural Center to make quilts for families that have been burned out of their homes or are in need for some other reason. The quilts are simple, machine pieced and hand-tied and are excellent projects for both new and more experienced quilters. No sewing skills necessary. Participants are encouraged to bring their own sewing machines but machines also will be available onsite. Volunteers who don’t want to sew can still serve as cutters and pressers. This is a nondenominational group. Call 719-687-6828. Quilters Above the Clouds is a quilting guild for all levels. The guild meets from 1-5 p.m. the fourth Friday of the month at Mountain View United Methodist Church in Woodland Park to share quilting experiences and exchange ideas. The group also participates in projects to benefit charity organizations. Rampart Rock `n’ Jazz Retro Jammers (RJs) singers rehearse Saturday afternoons in Woodland Park. Rock, soul, jazz, blues; soprano, alto, tenor, and bass vocalists welcome in addition to keyboard or instrumental accompanists. Call 6868228 for directions or visit www.rampartrocknjazz.com. Rocky Mountain Chapter, 1st Cavalry Division Meeting is at 9 a.m. the second Saturday of every month at the Retired Enlisted Association, 834 Emory Circle, Colorado Springs. We are a non-political, nonprofit soldier’s and veteran’s fraternity. Anyone who has been assigned or attached to the 1st Cavalry Division anytime, anywhere, is eligible for membership. Friends of the Cav who have not served with the Division are eligible for Associate membership. We are family orientated so please bring significant other. We participate in local parades, do food shelf, picnics, Christmas party. Come join us for great camaraderie, make new friends, possibly meet old friends from the First Team. Contact Paul at 719-687-1169 or Al at 719-689-5778.
Woodland Park Holistic Luncheon is offered at noon the second Wednesday of each month. Contact Jim at 719-6874335 for location. This is a free group, often potluck style lunch. Woodland Park Senior Citizens Club hosts the Golden Circle daily hot lunch at 11:45 a.m. Monday through Friday, except for the 2nd Tuesday Potluck and the 4th Tuesday Catered Lunch, both with entertainment or an educational presentation. Pool on Tuesday morning, cribbage, euchre or dominoes most mornings, bridge right after lunch on Mondays and Wednesdays, exercise for arthritis Wednesday and Friday mornings and a host of other activities. Monthly All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast every 3rd Saturday helps raise funds for Senior Center activities. Contact the activities coordinator at 719-687-3877 to find out more or to receive a monthly newsletter.
GED, adult basic education classes are from 3-6 p.m. Tuesdays in the Aspen Mine Center, Cripple Creek. Free childcare provided. Open enrollment. Call 719-686-0705. Sponsored by Community Partnership Family Resource Center.
AA meeting is from 7-8 p.m. Thursdays at Woodland Park Community Church. This is a Beginners Book Study meeting.
GED/ESL classes are from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in Divide with open enrollment. Free childcare is provided. Call 719-686-0705 for more information. Sponsored by Community Partnership Family Resource Center.
AA meets at 8 p.m. Wednesdays at Living Springs Church, 108 N. Park St., Woodland Park. AA Late Night Meeting is at 8 p.m. Wednesdays, downstairs at Faith Lutheran Church, 1310 Evergreen Heights, Woodland Park. Enter through the back door on the north side. Al-Anon Above the Clouds is now meeting at the People’s Bank in Woodland Park at Hwy 24 and Sheridan Ave., rear entrance Mondays at 5:45-6:45 p.m. Handicap accessible. Al-Anon meets at noon Thursdays in Guffey next to the
Alcoholics Anonymous meets from 9-10 a.m. every Sunday at the VFW, three and a half miles north of Woodland Park on Colo. 67.
Teller County Knitters meets from 10 a.m. to noon every Saturday. The first and third Saturdays are at Nikki’s Knots, 101 Boundary, Woodland Park; and the second and fourth Saturdays are at the Community Partnership office in Divide (located above McGinty’s Wood Oven Pub; parking and entrance on the north side). Yarn fans of all skills and types are welcome for a chance to share projects and conversation. For more details and plans for fifth Saturdays, check Teller Knitters on Ravelry.com.
Alcoholics Anonymous, AA, has a 4 p.m. discussion group every Sunday at St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Cripple Creek.
nonprofit organization whose mission is to locate and rescue lost and missing people in Teller County and the surrounding area. Our general membership meetings are at 7 p.m. the first Monday of every month at the Woodland Park Library, downstairs meeting room. Although we are not accepting new members at this time, the public is invited to our meetings. We are available to give hiking safety presentations to schools, churches or local organizations and we do accept donations. For further information, please contact Janet Bennett at 719-306-0826.
Thomas V. Kelly VFW Post 6051 meets at at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at Veterans Hall, 27637 Hwy 67, Woodland Park, CO 80863, the old Woodland Park Grange Hall where Eric V. Dickson American Legion Post #1980 meets. The Ute Pass Historical Society board of directors meets at 5:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month at the Museum Center, 231 E. Henrietta Ave., next to the library. All patrons and members of the public are invited. Call 719-686-7512 for information. Ute Pass Masonic Lodge 188 meets at 7:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. Call 719-687-9453. Ute Pass Social Club is open to ladies of all ages and interests. The club has many activities to pick and choose from including bridge, hiking, luncheons, mahjongg, crafts, needle works, and much more. Call president Eileen Field at 719-6861826 or visit http://sites.google.com/site/upsocial/. Victor Heritage Society is a volunteer, nonprofit organization devoted to preserving the hardrock gold mining heritage and the experience of living in Victor, Colorado during the late 19th and early 20th century. For information on meetings, activities and sponsored events, visit www.VictorHeritageSociety.com or e-mail VictorHeritageSociety@gmail.com. Woodland Park Book Club meets at 10:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of each month in the third floor board room at thse Woodland Park Public Library. Call 719-687-9281 ext. 103 for book titles and information. Woodland Park Community Singers rehearse from 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays at Mountain View United Methodist
Gamblers Anonymous meets at 5:30 p.m. Sundays at St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Cripple Creek.
AA meets from noon to 1 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, and from 5-6 p.m. every Saturday, and from noon to 1 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. every Sunday at 10400 Ute Pass Ave. in Green Mountain Falls.
The Snowflake Chapter No. 153 Order of the Eastern Star meets at 7:30 p.m. at 205 Park St. in Woodland Park. Call 719-687-9800.
Teller County Search and Rescue is an all-volunteer,
Early Intervention Colorado - The Resource Exchange offers free playgroups call Nicol Houghland at 719-233-5873. Also provides developmental supports and services to children birth through 3 years of age, who have special developmental needs. For free developmental screening call 719-687-5047 or visit www.tre.org
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post office. Call 719-689-5808.
the third Wednesday of each month. Call Grace at 719-6618497 for more information.
Domestic Violence Education Program, an educational and support group where victims of domestic violence can learn more about power and control issues and the cycle of violence, meets at 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Our Lady of the Woods Church in Woodland Park. Call Devra at 719-243-5508 or e-mail dgoodwin@tessacs.org.
Gamblers Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Woodland Park Community Church Offices, Suite A, 700 Valley View Drive in Woodland Park.
Second Sunday Scribes is for writers, wannabe writers and all those who love the written word. Sponsored by the Cripple Creek Park and Recreation Department the group meets at 2 p.m. the second Sunday of the month at the Bennett Avenue Park and Rec center. Call 719-689-3514.
The Teller County Sport Horse Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on
Computer classes are offered for free at the Florissant Library. You can take Computer Basics, Word I, Word II, Excel, and PowerPoint. To register for a class, or for information and a schedule, call 719-748-3939.
Al-Anon meets from 7-8 p.m. Thursdays at the Woodland Park Community Church. 800 Valley View Dr. Ste. D in Woodland Park
Alcoholics Anonymous meets for 12-steps Bible discussion at 6 p.m. every Monday at the Aspen Mine Center in Cripple Creek. This meeting is open to AA members and the general public. An AA meeting follows at 7 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every Monday and at 5 p.m. Saturdays at the Community Partnership Family Resource Center in Divide. Alcoholics Anonymous for women meets from 5:30-
6:30 p.m. and from men from 7-8 p.m. every Tuesday at the Ute Pass Cultural Center in Woodland Park.
Alcoholics Anonymous, Hilltop AA, meets at 7 p.m.
Tuesdays and at 2 p.m. Saturdays at the Cripple Creek Rehab & Wellness Center on North Street.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at the Victor Community Center on Second and Portland. Alcoholics Anonymous meets from noon to 1 p.m. every Thursday at the Nazarene Church, 750 N. Colo. 67, at the corner of Colo. 67 and Evergreen Heights. Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. Fridays at the Lake George Community Center. Adult Child Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. Fridays. For meeting location check out www.adultchildren.org. The group no longer meets at the Victor Community Center. Alateen Above the Clouds meets at the People’s Bank in Woodland Park at Hwy 24 and Sheridan Ave., rear entrance Mondays at 5:45-6:45 p.m. Handicap accessible. For more info call 719-632-0063 Alzheimer’s Association Family Caregiver Support Group meets from 4:30-5:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month at the Woodland Park Public Library, in the board room on the third floor. Group is for caregivers, family, and friends who deal with the daily challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias - at home, in a facility setting, or from long distance. Support and encouragement is offered in a confidential setting at no cost. Meet other caregivers and learn more about the disease, caregiving issues and share suggestions on how to take care of yourself and your loved one. For more information, contact the Alzheimer’s Association at 719-266-8773 or Paula Levy at 719-331-3640. Basic life support classes are taught, as needed, at the NETCO Fire Station No. I, with a minimum of three students. Heartsaver cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid classes are taught monthly, with a minimum of five students for CPR and three for first aid. There is a cost for classes. Registration is required at least one week prior to class. Call Sharon at NETCO Fire at 719-687-1866 during business hours, or Kay Poland at 719-686-1806.
To help local families better prepare for an emergency, the local Home Instead Senior Care office has a Web site containing downloadable materials such as a checklist of important contact names and information, a medication tracker, allergies/conditions worksheet and a wallet card to carry when away from home. These materials also can be accessed and downloaded at www.senioremergencykit.com. Contact the local Home Instead Senior Care office at 719-534-3064 for more information. La Leche League, for breastfeeding help and information before and after baby comes. Call Kathleen, the Teller County area leader, at 719-687-1164. Little Chapel Food Pantry, 69 County Road 5, Divide, is in search of volunteers to help distribute food to its clients. Any help with paper work, loading cars or packing boxes is greatly needed. Distribution days are the second and fourth Mondays of the month. Volunteer times are from 1-7 p.m. Client food pick-up times are from 4:30- 6:30 p.m. Call Little Chapel Food Pantry at 719-322-7610 or visit littlechapelfoodpantry.org. Monthly commodities food distribution program. Last Friday of each month at the Aspen Mine Center, 166 East Bennett Avenue, Cripple Creek. Proof of Teller County residence and income requirements must be met to participate. Call 689-3584 for more information. A Multiple Sclerosis support group meets from 10:30 a.m.
to noon on the second Thursday of each month at the Woodland Park Library. Call Annette at 719-687-4103.
Narconon reminds families that abuse of addictive pharmaceutical drugs is on the rise. Learn to recognize the signs of drug abuse and get your loved ones help if they are at risk. Call Narconon for a free brochure on the signs addiction for all types of drugs. Narconon also offers free assessments and referrals. Call 800-431-1754 or go to DrugAbuseSolution. com. Narconon also can help with addiction counseling. Call for free assessments or referrals, 800-431-1754. New Beginnings with Food workshop graduates meet every third Sunday of the month to provide ongoing support for overcoming health and weight issues and exchanging ideas and inspirations. For location and more information, contact Barbara Royal at 719-687-6823. Overeaters Anonymous 12-step program group meets from 5:30-6 p.m. every Thursday at Mountain View United Methodist Church in Woodland Park. Call 719-687-0246 or 719-475-0037. Parents as Teachers and Bright Beginnings home visits
available. Please call Community Partnership at 686-0705 to schedule a free visit for your newborn or young child.
Parent Education Workshops for parents with children ages 1 through teens. Workshops provided throughout the year at Community Partnership in Divide. Childcare and meals included. Call 686-0705 for session dates and times. Senior Citizens Club, Woodland Park, is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hot lunch offered at 11:45 a.m. Monday through Friday; reservations required; cost is $2.25 for those 60 and up and $6.50 for all others. Bridge is from noon to 3 p.m. Monday and Wednesday. 2nd Tuesday is potluck and program. 4th Tuesday is catered meal and program. Exercise for Arthritis program of the Arthritis Foundation is from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday and Friday. Bingo and Tai Chi is from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday. Membership is $20 per year and eligibility begins at 50 years of age. We love new members with new ideas. Contact phone is 719-687-3877. Soup kitchen is from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays at Woodland Park Community Church. All soups and breads are homemade, and the kitchen is open to anyone wanting a warm meal and some fellowship.
Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Local Support Group. The group offers bereavement services for parents, families, friends and caregivers who have been affected by the sudden unexpected loss of an infant or toddler. There is no cost. The third Monday of the month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Colorado Springs Penrose Library, 20 N. Cascade Ave. Adult meeting only; no child care will be provided. For additional help and information, call Angel Eyes at 888-285-7437 or visit angeleyes.org. TRE’s Cripple Creek playgroup meets 9-11 a.m. Fridays at the Aspen MIne Center in downtown Cripple Creek. Call Cathy 719-687-8054. Teller County Nonprofit Roundtable, first Tuesday of every month from noon to 1 p.m. (bring your own lunch). Free support group for nonprofits, covering various topics decided by local nonprofits. Contact Debbie Upton at the City of Woodland Park, 687-5218 for locations and more information. Teller County Search and Rescue meets the first Monday of each month at the Woodland Park Library downstairs meeting room at 7 p.m. We are an all-volunteer, non-profit organization tasked with locating and rescuing lost and missing people in Teller County and the surrounding areas. Experience is not required as we conduct all of our own trainings. Levels of participation range from general support (auxillary), mission support, SarTech I and SarTech II. Please contact Janet Bennett, membership chair, at 719-306-0826 for more info. Total joint replacement. Pikes Peak Regional Hospital & Surgery Center offers free classes on total joint replacement. Classes are free and offered every second and fourth Thursday. Learn about the benefits of joint replacement, what to expect and how to prepare. You don’t have to be scheduled for a joint replacement to attend a class. Classes are at Pikes Peak Regional Hospital, 16420 W. Hwy. 24 Woodland Park, in the Café Meeting room. They run from 2-4 p.m. Contact program coordinator Wendy Westall at 719-686-5779 for information. To register for an upcoming class, call 719- 686-5769. TRE’s Woodland Park Playgroup meets from 9-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays at the The Resource Exchange - Early Intervention Colorado, 509 Scott Ave. Suite B in the Woodland Exchange building. 719-687-5047 or 719-233-5873. Teller County Cancer Survivors Support & Education Group meets from 5:30-7:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Teller County Public Health Conference Room, at 11115 W. Hwy 24, Unit 2C, Divide. We focus on healthy living during and after cancer treatment. Survivors of any type cancer and caregivers are welcome. Call Brenda at 719-365-6741, or Carol or Shelley at 719-687-1180. TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly, the original nonprofit weight-loss group is an educational support group providing weekly weigh-ins and programs to help members make positive changes in the role food plays in their lives. Local chapter meets every Thursday at 10 a.m. in Green Mountain Falls at the Church of the Wildwood. Call Evelyn at 748-8383 for more information. Ute Pass Sleep Support Group Do you wear cpap? Have problems sleeping? Then join the Ute Pass Sleep Support Group. This group is led by a clinical sleep educator and registered respiratory therapist dedicated to helping those with sleep disorders. Poor sleep can affect all aspects of our lives, including job performance, personal relationships, and our overall health. Please join me, admission is free. This group meets at 6 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Woodland Park Library, downstairs in the meeting room. Call 719-689-0431 or email mary@wechosehealth.net. Weight Watchers meetings are every Tuesday in Woodland Park and Cripple Creek. Woodland Park meetings are 5:30 p.m., weigh-ins start at 5 p.m. at the Ute Pass Cultural Center, 210 E. Midland Ave. Cripple Creek group opens at 5:30 p.m. and meetings begin at 6 p.m. at the Aspen Mine Center, 166 E. Bennett Ave. Weight Watchers meetings last about 35 minutes, and it is recommended members attend one meeting each week to learn about healthy eating, gain motivation and get a confidential weigh-in to track progress. Public is welcome to visit and see what it’s about at a participating Weight Watchers meeting with no obligation to join. Wellness Hour meets at 2 p.m. the third Saturday of every month at the Lost Dutchman Resort. Learn how to enjoy health with the help of a free certified health coach. Join us for a whole new way to think about weight loss and wellness as we share inspiring stories of personal transformations and lots of practical ideas for thriving instead of just surviving. This is not a diet, but a comprehensive health program that can help you or a loved one create long term health in your lives. Join us for an afternoon of encouragement and enlightenment. Call 719-689-0431 for more information or email mary@ wechosehealth.net. WINGS provides therapist facilitated support groups for women and men in which survivors are believed, accepted and no longer alone. There is a women’s group on Tuesday evening and one on Thursday evening. We are also starting a Loved Ones Group for family and friends of survivors. For more information contact the WINGS office at 800-373-8671. Visit www.wingsfound.org. Woodland Park Parkinson Support Group will meet at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 in the third floor board room of the Woodland Park Library. Both those with Parkinson’s and their Clubs continues on Page 28
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HABITAT FOR Humanity of Teller County, 700 Valley View, Woodland Park. Call 719-687-4447
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YOUNG PARENTS Empowerment Support Group designed for teen and young mothers and fathers to aid in the life changes of having a child. Free program includes childcare and lunch. Please call Community Partnership 686-0705 for meeting times and locations. VOLUNTEER
friends and neighbors in Teller County. To join a fun group of volunteers, an open heart and a generous spirit are all that is required. Call Vince Scarlata at 719-687-7273.
INTERNATIONAL CULTURE club, which meets quarterly, is accepting applications for families wanting the opportunity to host a foreign high school exchange student for academic year 2013-2014. Students arrive in August. Contact Gbrovetto@gmail.com or 719-460-0355.
THE LOCAL Emergency Planning Committee meets 8-9 a.m. on the first Thursday of each month in the Divide Volunteer Fire Department conference room, 103 Cedar Mountain Road, Divide. This committee was created to help prepare Teller County to deal with the variety of emergencies including the possibility of a pandemic influenza outbreak. The meeting is open to the public and visitors are welcome. Call 687-6416. ODYSSEY HOSPICE. You can make a difference. Odyssey Hospice seeks volunteers to provide companionship to terminally ill patients living in the Ute Pass/Woodland
Park area. Call 719-573-4166.
THE PIKES Peak Regional Medical Center Foundation is accepting volunteer applications for its hospital gift shop. Help us run a fun and friendly gift shop/art gallery specializing in local art that raises money for projects supporting the hospital and the medical center campus. Pleasant environment, wonderful customers, light work load, no heavy lifting. Two shifts daily: from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or from 12:30-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call Susan 719-331-9762 or stop by.
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