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Page waits for DDA decision By Pat Hill
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Property was destroyed during the tornado that tore through the edge of town. Photos by N.W. Oliver
Community pulls together after tornado rips through town By N. W. Oliver
Contributing writer On Sunday, June 8, around 12:30 pm, a tornado touched down about three miles southeast of Lake George. It then proceeded through the northern edge of town, destroying three outbuildings and overturning six trailers at the Lake George Cabins and RV Park before receding one to two miles northwest of town. The tornado also severely damaged two homes along County Road 92, about two miles west of Lake George, downed acres of trees and scattered debris for miles along its path. Heidi Gleghorn, who owns the trailer park with her husband, Rob, was on the property when the tornado ripped through and described her experience. “My mother and I were in the bathroom at the lodge preparing for a run around the lake.(Lake George), when one of our employees came in and told us there was a funnel cloud outside,” said Gleghorn. She said she had no idea what a funnel cloud was. Soon, however, other employees began coming into the lodge for shelter as the cloud grew closer. “We had just decided to go down to the shelter when we heard the loudest explosive noises I had ever heard,” recounted Gleghorn. When she came outside, she saw that the tornado had turned or flipped over six out of the seven mobile homes on the lot, “blew apart” the water pump station, and felled nearly every blue spruce at the park. Three of the large trees fell just outside the front door of the lodge. “We have postcards in the lodge from sixty years ago when these trees
Large trees were also knocked down during the fierce storm. were first planted… it breaks my heart that they are gone,” she said, “I asked the Forest Service if we could stand them back up, but they told me that spruces are very sensitive and that there was no hope of that.” Gleghorn plans to rebuild and restore the park using the wood from the fallen trees so that parts of them will always remain on the property. Gleghorn’s heart was also broken for the owners of the trailers that were destroyed. Five out of six were primary homes for the owners and most, if not all, were uninsured. After the tornado had passed, Lake George pulled together to support those affected. The Lake George Bible
Church and the Lake George Fire Protection District offered to host the displaced residents until other arrangements could be made. The Lake George Café baked several pizzas in their powerless, dark kitchen for victims and rescue workers. Starky’s General Store donated water to tornado victims and the Subway in Florissant also donated cookies. Six days later, on Saturday, June 14, a “clean-up” day was organized by Lake George Fire Protection District’s Chief, Dutch Kleinhesselink and Christie Good, a Lake George resident who
Faced with two large vacancies in Gold Hill Square South, Bill Page awaits a decision by the Downtown Development Authority on his request for a change in the tax-increment financing policy. At issue is Page’s concern that tenants will abandon Gold Hill and move over to Woodland Station and thus, be eligible for infrastructure improvements funded by the DDA’s financing tool. “I’ve got these huge vacancies and I need time to get it corrected,” Page said. “And for the city to be funding a project, without a level field, for the cost of parking, paving, for instance, I don’t think it’s fair.” Page has requested a three-year hiatus on the TIF policy but only for businesses that might move from his shopping center to the new development. Tax-increment financing is based on the rise in property taxes due to improvements, with the increase amount going directly to the DDA to fund the cost of infrastructure, for instance. Page says his request springs from two sources, a banker in Colorado Springs and the decision by the town council in Castle Rock regarding a new shopping center, the Promenade. The banker turned him down for carrying the loan on the center until Woodland Station is complete, Page said. In the Castle Rock development the council approved a four-point agreement that included restrictions on the re-location of existing businesses to the new development. Page has a basis for his concern, as Woodland Park Hardware did move from Gold Hill Square to Woodland Station and did receive TIF funding for infrastructure. “I don’t have any ill feelings about Woodland Hardware; Gene and Kelly (Rodarmel) rented from me for 27 years and were excellent tenants,” he said. The Rodarmels grew the business from 6,000 to 12,000 square feet and could not expand any more, Page said. “They got a swell deal from the city and I congratulate them.” But what gets Page is the next phase of the development, Woodland Village, property owned by Arden Weatherford, Steve Randolph and Kip Unruh and marketed by Mark Weaver and Michael Harper. “If the city is going to provide 47 percent of the parking down there, that’s not a level playing field,” Page said. “In Gold Hill South, we built all the city streets, water, sewer, drainage, all that in 1979,” he said. As well, 47 percent of required parking for Woodland Hardware is on city streets, he added. “So as an example of what it costs to build a parking lot is about a $700,000 savings for Woodland Hardware,” Page said. Jon DeVaux, who was on the DDA
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Davis named Teller County Survivor By Pat Hill phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com Named the 2014 Teller County Breast Cancer Survivor by the Susan G. Komen Foundation, Patsy Davis was among the women honored at a luncheon May 31 at the Antler’s Hilton in Colorado Springs. For Davis, the diagnosis in February 2011 was a shock. Just three months earlier, a mammogram showed no signs of cancer. Yet there it was, a lump in her left breast the size of a quarter. Davis, who lives in Woodland Park, credits Teller County Public Health for helping her through the ordeal. Two days after an exam in the public health office in Divide, followed by a radiology report from Pikes Peak Regional Hospital, Davis was in surgery at Memorial Hospital to remove the tumor. For the next year and a half, she was treated with chemotherapy and radiation.
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Uninsured at the time of the diagnosis, today Davis’s medical bills are covered by Medicaid, a result of her subsequent participation in public health’s Women’s Wellness Connection program. “Medicaid covers all of the care until you are cancer-free if you are diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer,” said Darlyn Miller, RN with public health. Miller credits the expansion of Medicaid in Colorado under the Affordable Care Act for opening the door for low-income residents to be tested and treated for breast cancer. “We in Teller County have one of the highest rates of breast cancer in the state; I don’t know why,” Miller said. “And we have high rates of late-stage diagnosis.” Despite the gloomy percentages, there are steps women can take to counter the statistics, such as exercising, maintaining a healthy diet and weight, not smoking and drinking alcohol moderately, Miller said. “More than two drinks a day or seven a week is too much.” Granted, genetics is a factor in breast cancer but regular screenings can make a difference, Miller said. “The purpose of our
programs is to catch and treat cancer early,” she added. “Genetics you can’t do much about but late-stage diagnosis we definitely can do something about.” For Davis and others who suffer the psychological effects of breast cancer, public health’s stress-reduction classes, which include meditation and yoga, contribute to the healing. “Stress is a huge thing with cancer survivors,” Miller said. “Survivors of breast cancer usually have post-traumatic stress disorder.” Public health relies on the Komen foundation for grants to cover screenings and travel vouchers for medical visits. This year, the foundation awarded the department $38,000. “It’s just a wonderful program; they have been beside me from the beginning of this and they’re still beside me,” Davis said. Thanks to the support she has received from her fiancé Ray Ahles and the nurses at public health, Davis is recovering physically as well as emotionally. “Right now I’m happy to be a survivor; I’m not a victim, I’m a victor,” she said. “I have to think positive and be happy. It’s a privilege to live and I think God has another plan for me. I’m just helping others.”
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Chamber Pla y ers The Ute Pass Chamber Players will present their final concert of the 2013-14 season June 29, 2014, 3:00 PM, High View Baptist Church, 1151 Rampart Range Road in Woodland Park. The program includes music of Beethoven, Shostakovich, Quantz, and Vaughn Williams. Featured musicians are Guy Dutra-Silveira, Angie Burtz (Oboe) and Virginia Limbird (Oboe), Jay Norman (Clarinet), Elisa Wicks (Violin), Eric Wicks (Harpsichord) and Barb Riley-Cunningham (Piano).
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Patsy Davis of Woodland Park was among the survivors of breast cancer who were honored at a luncheon last month hosted by the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Davis was named the 2014 Teller County survivor by the foundation. Courtesy photo
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Turley hearing postponed By Pat Hill phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com Woodland Park Mayor Dave Turley has at least another week to wait for formal charges to be filed or dropped. A hearing scheduled for June. 16 in the 4th Judicial District Court was postponed until 9 a.m. June 23. Turley was arrested May 23 on suspicion of sexual assault on a minor by a person of trust. He was arraigned in Teller County District Court five days later.
Until the district attorney’s office files, or drops, formal charges, Turley is to have no contact with the victim or the victim’s family and no unsupervised contact with a minor under the age of 18. The hearing was postponed because the district attorney’s office is still reviewing the charges, according to a spokesperson for the DA’s office. Until then, Turley remains under investigation. Turley is represented by Cynthia McKedy and Sharon Flaherty represents the office of District Attorney Dan May.
Woodland Park Mayor Dave Turley was arrested and charged with sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust. Courtesy photo
New regs designed to promote growth By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com New regulations passed by Teller County commissioners June 12 will require any home sale within the county to have the septic system reviewed for compliance with county codes and regulations. Presented to the commissioners by Aaron Doussett, the county’s environmental health officer, the regulations under the Onsite Wastewater Treatment System require a horizontal setback distance from a well to a septic-leach field to 1oo feet only. Current regulations require either 100 or 200 feet depending on soil conditions. The new regulations allow for a septic system to be designed for a specific site condition rather than a general prescriptive method. According to paperwork provided by Doussett, the new regulations will aid growth in the county for new homes and existing system repairs. If there is any doubt about the prevalence of bears in Teller County, whether the city or the country, conditions imposed upon the owners of a new campground prove it. Before approving a zoning change and special use permit for the campground and recreational-vehicle park on South Highway 67 near Gillette Flats, the commissioners agreed to conditions stipulated by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Any recreational vehicle or tents left unoccupied for any amount of time must have all food products removed, including canned goods. During the summer bear season, food should instead be stored in the campers’ locked vehicle. While Commissioner Norm Steen questioned the appropriateness of interfering with individual freedom and private property rights, in the end, the commissioners approved the application. The campground, on property once owned by Bill “Buck” Buckhanan, is now owned by Mike and Mary Wright. Mary Wright was present at the meeting. In other business, the commissioners approved the 2014 annual road maintenance and improvement plan, presented by Brad Shaw, operations supervisor. The report outlines the department’s services throughout the year and is available at www.co.teller.co.us. In a touching moment, Dana Hutchcraft had most of the audience wiping their eyes as she accepted her fiveyear employee service award. Therapist who works with
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This week’s High Country High Lights By Angela Dingwell Contributing writer
Summertime in Teller County is bursting at the seams with activities. Certainly, many of you are out hiking, biking and otherwise enjoying this mild weather and glorious sunshine. However, you should save a little energy for the following events and others found in our local calendar. These are opportunities for you to meet your neighbors, or get re-acquainted as you enjoy every precious moment of our all-tooshort warm weather season. ••• Beer enthusiasts appreciate the efforts of producing craft beers and revel in the distinctions of taste, color, clarity and heartiness of beer. If you consider yourself a beer enthusiast (or, would like to be one), the Ute Pass Brewery at 209 E. Midland Ave, in Woodland Park is the place to be on Thursday night, June 19 from 5:30-6:30pm. Beer judge, Matt Baldwin will be showcasing different types of beer and explaining what makes one different from the other. Attending the event is free, however you do need to buy your own beers. Grab a buddy, wife, girlfriend or gather up your co-workers and arrive ready to learn, drink and enjoy. You can contact Kristen Baldwin at 687-9281 for more information. ••• Friday, June 20 is the third Farmers’ Market of the season, which will be open from 7am-1pm in downtown Woodland Park. Featured musicians in the ‘lunch garden’ at the corner of Henrietta Ave & Center St this week will be the band A Pick, A Stick, and A Chick + 1. This group played during the opening market the first week of June and the crowd loved them. The band will be playing from 10am until 12:30pm. The ‘lunch garden’ has picnic tables for eating your tasty lunch from the market vendors and a swing set and rocks to climb on for the children. Judy Crummett, Market Manager can answer your questions at 719-689-3133. Don’t forget - you can follow the Woodland Park Farmers’ Market on Facebook for updates on what’s fresh at the market each week. •••
Featured musicians in the ‘lunch garden’ at the corner of Henrietta Ave and Center St this week will be the band A Pick, A Stick, and A Chick + 1. Courtesy photo Downtown Woodland Park is the place to be each month during the Third Friday Art and Wine Walk. Teller County is home to very talented artists and this is a great way to view their work, listen to great music and have a beer at the courtyard on Midland Ave. in front of the Charlie Cham-
bers Studio and Summit Beauty School. Bierworks will be providing libations until 9pm and the band, Trebleedias will be playing from 5-9pm on Friday night, June 20. Several of the local businesses are open extended hours for this year-round monthly event. ••• Comedian Red Skelton is famous for once saying “I’m nuts and I know it. But so long as I make ‘em laugh, they ain’t going to lock me up.” That pretty much sums up the life and humor of this comic who made millions laugh each week during the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. Those of you over 50 can enjoy a look back at all things Red at the Imperial Hotel’s Gold Bar Room Theater in Cripple Creek on June 21 and 22. Brian Hoffman will perform “Remembering Red – A Tribute to Red Skelton” in a family friendly comedy show for all ages. Hoffman performs many Skelton favorites including the infamous dim-witted country bumpkin, Clem Kadiddlehopper, everyone’s fa-
vorite hobo — Freddy the Free-loader and of course, the “talking” seagulls, Gertrude and Heathcliffe. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door. Contact George at 719344-9274 with questions. ••• Officers from the Woodland Park and Cripple Creek Police Departments and the Teller County Sheriff’s Office will be going beyond the call of duty this weekend as they wait tables at local restaurants to raise funds for Special Olympics. You can help them by participating in this year’s Tip-ACop event by dining at McGinty’s Wood Oven Pub in Divide on Saturday, June 21 from noon-2pm and again from 5-7pm or Denny’s restaurant in Woodland Park on Sunday, June 22 from 10am to 2pm. You can show your support by leaving a generous tip and appreciation for these fine men and women who protect us on a daily basis, yet find the time to participate in this worthy cause.
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Exostrategies introduces EA software By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com Exostrategies of Woodland Park was among the sponsors of the Gartner Enterprise Architecture Summit this month at the Gaylord National Harbor, MD. During the two-day summit, Exostrategies introduced the company’s new software development, the Architex Decision Support Toolset. In a press release from the company
founded by Dan Heimerdinger, president, and Evie Vance, vice president, the software has been used internally for five years and has more than 80 user licenses in support of current clientele. According to the release, Architex provides government, corporation, university and individual users with the ability to create fit-for-purpose architectures from scratch or leverage existing framework methodologies. Architex is used by commercial and
A few days after arriving back in Woodland Park, Vance commented on the experience. “The Gartner Summit gave Exostrategies the chance to debut our software and present our service offering to a wide audience of both government and commercial customers. We are thrilled with the response!” she said. Exostrategies was named as a finalist for the Colorado Companies to Watch award.
government organizations for architectural framework management and planning, risk management and budgeting support. Architex provides greater customer interaction and visibility into architecture data implementation and budgeting strategies for architecture transition management. In addition, Architex has demonstrated real savings to support forward-funding of projects earlier than anticipated., states the release.
THINGS TO DO 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 space-available basis. JUNE 18, June 20, June 24 SEMINAR SERIES The Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument presents its 2014 seminar series. Classes are open to the public, and teachers can receive continuing education credits. Class schedule includes: 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. JUNE 19 TEA TIME Ute Pass Chamber Players, with guest musician Greg Brazill, will perofrm at the fifth annual afternoon tea and serenade at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 19, hosted by the Woodland Park Senior Citizens Club. PG Tips Teas will be served. Victorian dress is encouraged but not required; hats fit for the queen or the Kentucky Derby also may be worn. Reservations required by June 17. Call 719-687-3877 or 719-339-0954. Proceeds support Senior Center activities and programs. JUNE 19 SPIRITUAL RESOURCES Woodland Park residents David Weddle, professor
of religion, and Barbara Royal, interfaith certified spiritual director, will be your guides through an interactive and experiential journey of discovery of your spiritual resources, transformation and miracle making abilities. Explore the history of wonder workers in Jewish, Christian and Islamic traditions to make miracles as you discover your relation to saints and angels and your own ability to be a miracle maker. Program is from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Benet Hill Monastery, 3190 Benet Lane, Colorado Springs. Contact Barbara Royal at 719-687-6823 or miraclesofwellness@gmail.com for information and registration.
JUNE 20 EVENING HIKE Explore the Ponderosa Loop Trail at Coyote Ridge during the full
moon hike at 8 p.m. Friday, June 20, at Eleven Mile State Park. Naturalist Beth Dodd leads the evening walk, during which hikers will learn about nocturnal animals, the night sky and how our senses adapts after dark. Red-filtered flashlights will be provided.
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAM Eleven Mile park naturalist Beth Dodd will help children explore the ways that fish can survive in their watery world. Participants will join in an art project in which they can create a fish from their imagination. Program is at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at the North Short Amphitheater.
ART CLASSES Florissant Grange 420 presents art classes all day on Saturday, June 28. The day starts with the second Silver Clay class. Call 719-748-5004 for details. The second class is Zentangle (therapeutic doodling). Finally, Silver Clay will resume in the afternoon. Bring snacks and lunch. Contact nrsc61@yahoo.com or aecaldwell@ wildblue.net.
JUNE 21 BIKE RIDE event Florissant grange will serve breakfast and lunch on Saturday, June
21. Stop by and watch the riders and enjoy breakfast and lunch. Contact nrsc61@ yahoo.com or aecaldwell@wildblue.net.
JUNE 21 SUPPORT GROUP The Woodland Park Parkinson Support Group will meet at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 21, in the third floor boardroom of the Woodland Park Library.
COMMUNITY PICNIC Gold Camp Community Organization plans its second annual community picnic in Cripple Creek. The picnic starts at noon Saturday, June 28, in the park behind the parks and recreation building on Bennett Avenue. Go to www. Gold_Camp.org or email gold_camp_org@aol.com for details. THROUGH JUNE 28
AUTHOR VISIT A local author of a book about murder in Park County will be available at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at Lake George Charter School. Call Kim at 719748-3812 for details or go to www.lakegeorgecharterschool.org.
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 719-748-3253 ext. 122 or 202, or visit http://www.nps.gov/flfo.
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WOLF PROGRAM Volunteers from the Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center will bring a live canine to the park for a very special program at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at the North Shore Amphitheater. Join them for this unique look into the lives of canines. Volunteers will gratefully accept any donations to the center.
CHAMBER PLAYERS The Ute Pass Chamber Players will perform its final concert of the 2013-2014 season at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 29, at High View Baptist Church, 1151 Rampart Range Road, Woodland Park. The program includes music of Beethoven, Shostakovich, Quantz, and Vaughn Williams. Featured musicians are Guy Dutra-Silveira and Virginia Limbird (oboe), Angie Burtz (English horn), Jay Norman (clarinet), Elisa Wicks (violin), Eric Wicks (harpsichord) and Barb Riley-Cunningham (piano). The local nonprofit organizations selected for next season’s benefit concert will be announced after the intermission. Tickets are available at www.utepasschamberplayers. com or at the door. Call 719-686-1798.
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JUNE 22 FREEDOM FEST Victory to Freedom Ranch presents Freedom Fest II from 1-4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 22, at the Ute Pass Cultural Center, Woodland Park. The event features two Christian bands, two speakers on prison ministry, a speaker on aftercare for women released from prison, and testimony from a woman who received help from Bible study and horse therapy at Victory to Freedom Ranch. Event includes food, fellowship and time to learn more about the ranch. JUNE 22 AWARDS CEREMONY Get a junior ranger activity book from the Eleven Mile State Park naturalist or at the park office. Finish it by Sunday morning and bring it to the Junior Ranger Awards Ceremony to get fabulous prizes. You’ll earn a Junior Ranger badge and more. Not quite finished or leaving early? The park naturalist can help. Ceremony is at 10 a.m. Sunday, June 22 at the North Shore Amphitheater. JUNE 22, July 6, July 20 GYMKHANA UTE Pass Saddle Club Gymkhana is Sunday, June 22. Registration opens at 8 a.m. Cowboy church is at 8:30 a.m. First event is at 10 a.m. Future events are July 6, July 20, Aug. 3, Aug. 17, Aug. 31, Sept. 14. Contact 719-687-9975 or e-mail info@wpsaddleclub.com.
SUMMER SOLSTICE storytelling Celebrate the Summer Solstice, the longest day and shortest night of the year! We’ll explore the importance of the seasons to the historical inhabitants of the area, and celebrate by sharing some of the star and constellation stories told by native peoples. In the telescope, we’ll see Mars, Saturn, and some of the best star clusters, nebulae, and other deep-sky treasures of the summer. Meet at the Visitor Center at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. Program is from 8:30-10 p.m. Saturday, June 21. Visit www.nps.gov/flfo or call 719-748-3253, ext. 202.
expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 24, at the Pikes Peak Workforce Center, Rooms 1019 and 1020. Job seekers who currently hold a CDL are welcomed to attend; however, previous experience is not necessary. Register at http://www.formsite.com/ ppwfc/cdl/index.html. More information about the Pikes Peak Workforce Center can be found at www.ppwfc.org.
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PLANT WALK Join naturalist Beth Dodd for a hike along the Ponderosa Loop Trail
DENTAL VAN Free teeth cleaning service for children ages 1-17 will be available at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 24, at the dental van at Guffey Community Charter School. No insurance needed. Call 719-748-3911 ext. 102 or go to www.lakegeorgecharterschool.org.
at Coyote Ridge to explore the edible and medicinal uses of the plants at Eleven Mile State Park. Sturdy shoes and a water bottle are suggested. Meet at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 21, at the Coyote Ridge Trailhead.
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JULY 4 STREET DANCE The Jeffrey Alan Band will perform at the Community Street Dance from 6-10 p.m. Friday, July 4, at the Ute Pass Cultural Center Pavilion. Admission is free. Event is sponsored by the Ute Pass Saddle Club. Call 719-687-9975 or e-mail info@wpsaddleclub.com. JULY 5 SYMPHONY ABOVE the Clouds The Ute Pass Symphony Guild presents the 34th annual Symphony Above the Clouds, featuring the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, on Saturday, July 5. Opening music will be performed by Ceol Ceili beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Woodland Park Middle School, 600 E. Kelly Road. Gates open at 5 p.m. Bring Things continues on Page 17
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June 18, 2014
Predators get caught in the Net Law enforcement patrols a dark, online world in the name of child safety
Cronce called the idea of entrapment “absurd.” “We’re not on the other end of the computer, holding a gun to their head,” the detective said. “These are sexually-explicit conversations. We also do not come up with the need. Entrapment means you give the person no other option but to act.” The detective said that during these online stings, suspects always believe they are speaking to someone “well under the age of 18” and it’s always the suspect that asks to meet.
By Hannah Garcia
Special to Colorado Community Media Although it’s no secret that the Internet provides plenty of dark corners that harbor new ways to commit old crimes, Sgt. Shawn Cronce said there is a misconception about a certain series of online crimes. “People like to think, ‘oh, it doesn’t happen here.’ It does, it happens everywhere,” Cronce said, citing a pile of seven case reports still waiting to be written. “I could work (on these cases) 24/7 and never make a dent.” Cronce heads the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office’s Internet Crimes Against Children program. A typical day for the detective may include chatting as a 13-year-old girl or downloading child pornography as she builds evidence against online offenders, parts of sting operations that are the crux of these types of investigations. DCSO tallied 15 ICAC arrests in 2013 and has made at least eight arrests so far this year. The majority of the arrests center on Internet luring charges, a Class-4 felony, and the manufacture, possession or distribution of child pornography, a Class-3 felony. “Hand over fist, I download child pornography all day long,” Cronce said. “Sadly, I can make a Class-3 felony case in less than five minutes.” Cronce views nearly everything she downloads while making a child pornography case, which usually elicits an “it-was-an-accident” defense from perpetrators, she said. But browser history and hard drive content typically dispel any believable defense, she said. “The way I look at it, if they have to endure it, I can stand to watch it (in the process of making a case),” she said, calling it a “memorialization of their sexual abuse.” By law, anything pornographic involving someone under the age of 18 constitutes child pornography. Cronce said parents should be wary of letting children have too much freedom online and with their phones, because “sexting” fodder sometimes comes up in her cases.
‘Allow children to be children’
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Shawn Cronce heads up DCSO’s Internet Crimes Against Children program. A typical day for the detective includes swapping files with online predators as she builds evidence against offenders. Photo by Ryan Boldrey After nine years of working these kinds of cases, Cronce said her motto is still the same: “Let’s go get ‘em.” “I will work them as long as they will let me,” Cronce said. “It’s not like people are beating down my door to get my position. There are times that I have to get up and take a walk because I just watched an infant being raped.”
A changing landscape
Although Cronce and investigators like her around the country find most perpetrators on classifieds sites like Craigslist or Backpage, law professor Tom Clancy said an everdiversifying electronic arsenal is impacting ICAC investigations. Clancy is a law professor at the University of Mississippi and director of the National Institute for Justice and the Rule of Law. As director, he created the institute’s Cyber Crime Initiative, which helps state governments with training and model programs designed to attack computer-based crimes. “Law enforcement’s challenges are multi-
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plied because they (predators) are mobile,” Clancy said, citing apps that allow users to wipe data and an increasing ability for parents to screen their children’s media usage. “All that does is add to the available points of contact,” Clancy said.
An ‘absurd’ defense
As a legal defense, Clancy said a defendant has to prove a lack of predisposition and inducement to prove they were entrapped in an ICAC case. He said entrapment is “rarely successful,” calling it “a peculiar defense because the defendant is saying that I committed the crime but I did it because the government induced me to do it.” “Think about this, the government has to implant in your head that it’s a pretty good idea to have sex with kids,” Clancy said. “Investigators are just giving these guys what they think is an opportunity to do what they want to do with kids.”
It’s not uncommon for defendants to show up to a designated meeting area with condoms and “other things” when they believe they are meeting a child for sex, according to Douglas County prosecutor Gary Dawson, who is a part of the special victims unit. Most don’t have a criminal history and, thanks to shows like “To Catch a Predator,” are aware that law enforcement are fishing for pedophiles online, he said. “That’s the scary part, they have a good idea there’s an investigator out there,” Dawson said. “That speaks to how dangerous those kind of offenders can be — that they’re not dissuaded by that kind of risk. They still move forward with it anyway because they’re set on it.” In luring cases, Cronce said that investigators don’t “lead the conversation” and only respond to the suspects, typically men, that she chats with online. She called it “gratifying” when prosecutors earn a conviction. “All of these guys demonstrate that these guys aren’t living in a fantasy world,” Clancy said. “I think the vast number of people caught up in these things are people who are predisposed. Is it unsavory? I’ll let other people make that call. What I do think is important is that persons who have this type of fantasy should be caught, punished and allow children to be children. “There’s just so many of them. It’s everywhere.”
Man convicted of luring details ‘painful road By Hannah Garcia
Special to Colorado Community Media For Lakewood resident Ronald Laroy Lewis, the term “Internet crimes against children” didn’t mean much before April 10. “Then Kayla happened,” Lewis said. “Nightmare. Biggest nightmare yet.” Lewis, 34, was arrested on April 11, 2013 and charged with one count of Internet sexual exploitation of a child and Internet luring of a child, one day after a Douglas County investigator responded to a Craigslist ad that he posted saying he was looking for a “barely legal” woman for sex. “Kayla” was the persona designed by a Douglas County Sheriff’s Office investigator to nab predators online. She responded to the ad with a simple “hello” and told him that she was 14 years old in subsequent messages. He was convicted on April 16 of this year. “Prosecutors pointed and gestured at me, like I deserved to be put away for life,” he said. “All for something that wasn’t real in the first place.” Lewis, a Denver-based Libertarian activist and author, said the case against him was based on “typos and lies” and “theories and beliefs.” A court news release said he posted the ad on April 10, 2013, the same day that investigators contacted him pretending to be a 14-year-old girl, but Lewis said he posted it at least a month before. Suffering from a “deep” depression and an aching loneliness, Lewis claimed he was desperate for female companionship, aggressively posting and responding to Craigslist ads, sometimes with explicit photos of himself. But Lewis, using an app called Wickr that wipes messages after a certain time period, claimed that he never pursued underage females online. On Craigslist, he said it was not uncommon for people to misrepresent themselves — a man pretending to be a woman or a user lying about their age
— and said he never believed “Kayla” was actually 14-years-old. He admits that he had never encountered an older woman pretending to be 14, and that he continued a sexual conversation with the investigator after hearing the age on the second message. “The prosecution essentially told the jury my pain wasn’t real, that I was a monster after little ol’ Kayla,” Lewis said. “Sure. I’d really throw my life away over a 14-yearold.” When asked why he continued the conversation after knowing the girl’s age, Lewis said “the picture said they weren’t. The conversation said the same. My irrational mind.” Prosecutors alleged that Lewis offered “Kayla” sex, condoms and marijuana and provided directions to his home and a photo of his genitalia, but Lewis disputes the marijuana offering and said he never provided his actual address. More than anything, Lewis claimed that he never solicited sex from a minor during the past 17 years using the Internet. “One issue for me here is the construct of laws in society. I never imagined myself in this position ever,” Lewis said. “There are men right now one step away from falling into another trap. They’re devastated and starved for attention, sex, everything.” Douglas County prosecutor Gary Dawson, not speaking specifically about Lewis’ case, said that the majority of ICAC defendants are “outliers.” “The vast majority of citizens do the right thing (when confronted by an investigator pretending to be a teenager),” Dawson said. Lewis is scheduled to be sentenced June 27. He wonders where investigators were when he disengaged chatting with teenagers online in the past and said the process, from arrest to conviction, was “a painful road.” “I have gone my entire life without issue,” Lewis said. “This matter is my deepest regret.”
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor: Holy cow, I can’t believe that I actually agree with our liberal-socialist-Democratand-self-appointed-unpaid-political pundit Jineen McWerther! But I do! She nailed it so hard in her letter last week comparing the candidates for assessor, I just had to write and congratulate her on her perception and presentation. Betty Clark Wine is just like a Ferrari, and Violet Watt is more like a Volkswagen bus. She accurately described them both to a “T” in the thoughtful analysis she provided the voters. Thank you so much Jineen, we Republicans do so appreciate being “informed” by our friends on the left! So let’s think about this for a moment, and determine what type of person would serve the citizens of our county better as assessor. I think we would all agree that a Volkswagen bus is big enough for everyone to get on board, is deliberate in its
movements, and when it has a problem, is easy and inexpensive to fix. A Ferrari, (especially a bright red one) on the other hand, screams around every corner, has little room for others (or their opinions), is very high maintenance and when things go wrong is incredibly expensive to fix. I for one believe that the VW choice would serve us far better than the Ferrari. We’ve survived almost four years with the unreliable, flashy Ferrari, let’s get out of that deal while we can. Vote for Violet! Sincerely, Jeff Rucker Dear Editor: It’s very disheartening to read some of the letters that have been sent concerning my boss and friend, Assessor Betty ClarkWine. Working with her, and for her, I see the dedication and the respect she has for every one of her employees and the citizens of Teller County. She works hard
to ensure accuracy and equality for every taxpayer in the county. Her door is always open to anyone. She’s more than willing to talk to and explain any concerns anyone might have and she holds many public meetings to address taxpayer concerns. If a mistake is made, Betty readily admits to and takes responsibility for those mistakes. Violet Watt, with whom I’ve worked with for five years, talks about problems and concerns with the office, but never explains those “problems.” She says she believes in treating every employee and taxpayer with respect, but where was that respect when she walked out of the office during protest last year. And, if she has so much respect for the people of Teller County, why did she deny so many protests, so many that she is known as “the Queen of Denial” because she didn’t care about helping anyone. If she was so concerned about the office, why didn’t
she help other appraisers both with their models and with their protests. Actions speak louder than words. This office is now a wonderful place to work because everyone has a say and can voice their opinion without being criticized. We work as a team. Violet talks about her five years appraisal experience in this office, but what is her experience when it comes to working with or managing people? What previous jobs has she held that qualify her for the assessor’s position? Why does she really want this job — money, power, prestige? I question her intentions in running for this office and the intentions of those backing her who have their own agendas. Who do they really care about? Debbie Martin, employee of the assessors office for 22 years
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Robbing that train at Stoner Creek Custer’s last Stand is a must see I spent most of the first 38 years of my life living in southern California. It was a wonderful place to grow up. There was anything and everything to do 24 hours a day. When I graduated from college in 1985, my friends and I flew back east for a vacation. We were amazed by the difference in people in large cities like New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Washington, D.C. That “Trip of the 80s” - as we labeled it - sparked something in me. I always had a sense of adventure, but until the adventure out east I never realized that there was still so much in this country that I had never seen. I made a list - and checked it more than twice - of the places I wanted to visit. Among them were Yellowstone National Park, the Grand Tetons, Mt. Rushmore and
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My son, Garrison, and I made the trek in 2002. He was just eight years old at the time and very much an adventurer. We arrived at Little Big Horn late one summer afternoon. It was pretty shocking to realize that one of the most important battles in American history took place on the ground we were walking. The Battle of Little Bighorn was fought June 25-26, 1876. The popular version is that American General George Armstrong Custer put up a valiant fight against the combined forces of the Lakota, Cheyenne and Arapahoe tribes, led by Crazy Horse and Chief Gall. The reality is that the U.S. 7th Cavalry, including the Custer Battalion - a force of Summers continues on Page 9
One of the enduring facts of being an outlaw is that you sometimes are blamed for things you had nothing to do with, and perhaps no knowledge of. From the folklore, rumors and fairy tales of southwestern Colorado, comes the idea that Butch Cassidy (Robert Leroy Parker) and perhaps other members of the notorious “Wild Bunch,” robbed the train at Stoner Creek. The idea probably originated because of Butch’s and Matt Warner’s legendary status resulting from a previous successful bank robbery in Telluride a few years prior. And the Wilcox train robbery and dynamiting in June of the year following the Stoner holdup, adds to the romance. Chances are, it was someone else who held up the Rio Grande Southern that summer day in 1898 — but it makes a livelier story to blame it on Butch and boys. Following is how the Telluride Daily Journal reported it on its front page “Four Masked Men Capture the Durango Flyer This Morning Below Rico,” relates a “Special to the Daily Journal.” We all know newspapers never get the facts wrong. “Rico, July 5. — Train No. ? on the Rio Carrigan continues on Page 9
Train wreck for No.15 We read of airplane wrecks and occasionally a train wreck, but I thought this one was interesting. It was caused by the kind of storms we saw last September. While running at a slow rare of speed passenger train No. 15 on the Short Line railroad(now the Gold Camp Road, west of Colorado Springs.) was delayed three quarters of a mile west of Mile Post 12 and two and a half miles west of Fairview, about half way on the trip, at 10 a.m. in August. It was caused by the derailment of the middle coach of a five-car train. Fortunately the accident occurred in a small cut and while both trucks of the car left the rails the wreck remained on the ties, and bumping along about 100 feet before the train was brought to a stop. No one on board the car was severely hurt, though Miss Maude Fisher a school teacher of Preston, Iowa, who was riding on the platform of the car when it left the tracks, jumped and in doing so was thrown headily against the gravel beside the track. Her foot caught in the rail and fearful that it would be severed by the wheels of the next coach she immediately became hysterical. Two other women, friends of Miss Fisher, who were riding on the platform with her, jumped but alighted feet first and were unhurt. As soon as the train had been brought to a stop other passengers on the train rushed to Miss Fisher’s assistance and removed her to the observation car. The dispatcher’s office was at once notified of the derailment and a wrecker with District Passenger Agent William Carruthers aboard was sent out from Colorado Springs. Fifty-five minutes were consumed in placing the car on the rails again. In the
meanwhile the train used by the miners to get up to work, a train of five coaches was dispatched from Cripple Creek to the scene of the accident and the passengers were transferred to it and brought to the district, arriving there about 2:15 p.m. The regular Cripple Creek bound passenger train was ready to leave for Cripple Creek, but it was leaving the Springs, but it was held until the derailed car had been placed on the rails and that train gotten out of the way. Two hundred and sixty passengers were on board the train when the accident occurred. Because of the sharp curve the derailed car tilted slightly frightening the passengers, but the car remained up right, otherwise a number of people would probably been killed. When the wrecker arrived the observation car was taken back to Colorado Springs with Miss Fisher and her friends aboard. She was taken in a carriage to the home of friends in Ivywild, where upon examination it was found that she had sustained a slight wrench of the back, but was otherwise uninjured. a broken flange is supposed to have been responsible for the wreck. This was in 1907, I wonder if her grandchildren ever heard the excitement on the trip!
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700 men - suffered a severe defeat. Five of the 7th Cavalry’s 12 companies were annihilated. Custer was killed, as were two of his brothers, a nephew, and a brother-inlaw. The total U.S. casualty count, including scouts, was 268 dead and 55 injured. The precise details of “Custer’s Last Stand” are largely conjectural since none of his men (the five companies under his immediate command) survived the battle. The accounts of surviving Indians are conflicting and unclear. Custer was found with shots to the left chest and left temple. He appeared to have bled from only the chest wound, meaning his head wound may have been delivered post-mortem. He also suffered a wound to the arm. Some Lakota oral histories assert that Custer committed suicide to avoid capture and subsequent torture, though this is usually discounted since the wounds were inconsistent with his known righthandedness. Custer’s body was found near the top of “Custer Hill,” which also came to be known as “Last Stand Hill.” There the United States erected a tall memorial obelisk inscribed with the names of the 7th Cavalry’s casualties. From the bottom of the hill you can see a white marking
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Grande Southern, the San Juan Special, north bound, was held up by four masked men at Stoner Creek, twenty four miles below here, at 11 o’clock today. The bandits secured about $80 in money, a gold watch and chain and a Winchester rifle. No further particulars are obtainable.” Not the kind of loot Cassidy and friends were used to, if correctly reported, and you consider that their haul from San Miguel Valley Bank was nearly $20,000. “Later — several persons who were on the train arrived in Telluride at 3 o’clock, among them two ladies from New Jersey who had not yet fully recovered from their fright. One of them said she had a thousand dollars on her person which she promptly stuck down in her stocking.” The paper went on to speculate, “The fellows appeared to be amateurs at the
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board for the first 12 years, has an opinion about Page’s request. He’s against it. “If in three years, Bill has made no improvements or change in Gold Hill Square South, then what are we getting out of it?” he said. Just as Page received DDA money for the improvements on the theatre in Gold Hill Square North, he is entitled to TIF money for any improvements or change in the south part of the shopping center, DeVaux said. “He’s entitled to whatever anybody else gets,” DeVaux said. To back up his objection, DeVaux cites a hypothetical situation put forth by Tanner Coy of Tweeds at the DDA meeting in June. “If a Papa John’s Pizza (a national chain)
where Custer fell. You can say what you want about Custer’s poor judgment at Little Bighorn, but he was brave. He is often criticized by historians who are quick to point out that he graduated last in his class at West Point. But he attain the rank of general Regardless of how the events unfolded during those two days of fighting at Little Bighorn, one thing is for sure; Custer’s Last Stand has stood the test of time. In 1896, Anheuser-Busch commissioned from Otto Becker a lithographed, modified version of Cassily Adams’ painting “”Custer’s Last Fight,” which was distributed as a print to saloons all over America. It is reputed to still be in some bars today. Edward Samuel Paxson completed his painting “Custer’s Last Stand” in 1899. Noted artist Charles Marion Russell painted “The Custer Fight” in 1903, concentrating on the Indians. The first Hollywood movie about the battle was released in 1912. There have been dozens made since. Hundreds of books have been written on the battle. Probably the best is “Son of the Morning Star” by Evan S. Connell. A copy was given to me by a good friend in 1992. The scene is a living archeological site. If you have never been to Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument I would put it on your “to-do” list. If you have already visited the grounds, you may want to return to it one day. You will be amazed.
business, and were evidently Mexicans.” What evidence pointed to that was not revealed in the story. “One man stood at the car door while another went through. The fellow at the door told his partner not to disturb the women and they were not bothered. They took $4 from a Catholic priest and gave him half of it back.” But the desperados were not above the use of violence. “There is only a water tank at Stoner Creek and the fireman, who was taking water, did not hear the order to hold up his hands which was repeated, when they took a shot at him and his neck is badly powder burned as a result.” The story of the train robbery at Stoner, like a small seed cast into the wind long ago, perhaps found fertile ground and imagination in the bottom land of the river valley, sprouted, and grew into something completely different than the “genuine article.” Not that the genuine article was correct either.
wanted to build within the DDA we would help them out — but if A.J.s Pizza (currently in Gold Hill South) wanted to move into Woodland Station, we wouldn’t be able to because of the agreement?” DeVaux said. “We’d helped somebody from out of town but we wouldn’t help a local person?” DeVaux is not convinced that Page has a viable argument. “He’s had 30 years to gather income to redo his project,” DeVaux said. “If he wants to make the center sustainable, that’s part of it.” The board, with recommendations from the subcommittee, is expected to make the decision at the next meeting at 7:30 a.m. July 1 in the Woodland Park Council chambers. “The subcommittee is being analytical about the whole process and what they come up with, everybody’s got to live with,” Page said. “I don’t know if the decision will be to my advantage or disadvantage but I just presented my case.”
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor: The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 11411 and its Ladies Auxiliary want to thank everyone who stopped to visit and support us at the annual coffee stop at the top of Wilkerson Pass during the recent Memorial Day weekend. A thank you is also extended to all of those who came to the ceremonies at the Four-Mile, Florissant and Lake George cemeteries to honor those veterans who are buried at each cemetery. We appreciate all of the donations we received during the weekend, including the surprise donation from Bruce Adams. The local 4-H donated homemade cookies and helped at the event as well. The donations we receive help us support 4-H, Senior Services, AARP Tax Aide, Pikes Peak Regional Hospital, local Law Enforcement, Ute Pass Chamber Players, and other organizations, as well as assisting and honoring local veterans and their families. The VFW and its Ladies Auxiliary gave 5,842 hours and drove 40,756 miles in the past year in volunteer community service. This year, we added a map to the event at the top of Wilkerson Pass. Visitors would place a dot on the map to show where they were from, where they were going, or where they wish they were. Forty-four states and 10 countries were represented. There were two little boys who were Alaska wannabe gold miners who also left their mark. The map provided a lot of fun for the visitors and stimulated conversations. If you missed us at Wilkerson during the Memorial Day weekend, we’ll be up there again over the July 4th and Labor Day weekends. During the upcoming Fourth of July weekend, we will serve coffee from around 1 p.m. until about 5
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posted the event on Facebook and provided food and refreshments for volunteers. The clean-up began at 8 a.m., as volunteers split up into several crews to pick up
p.m. July 3. The coffee stop will also be at Wilkerson from about 7 a.m. to around 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of that weekend, weather permitting. Sincerely, Jana Bartlett, treasurer Ladies Auxiliary No. 11411 Dear Editor: Many people know that dandelion greens have anti-depressant properties but there is more; they give me a good workout. My husband and I have hiked the Lovell Gulch Trail complex just north of Woodland Park for years. This year, I see more dandelions than ever before and I have decided to do something about it. Every time we go hiking, I bring a plastic shopping bag, a kitchen knife and pick dandelions that are trying to take over the forest. As I spend more time with each plant, my husband gets far away and I have to jog to keep up with him. It’s a vigorous exercise. To best protect that forest, I try to cut out the entire plant with its root, but bringing home one bag full of dandelions every day is not enough. I need help. There are a lot of these pesky weeds all along the trails, especially at the intersections. Also, right after the trailhead gate, to the right, there are hundreds at the bottom of that valley. If you, my fellow hikers, could take with you just a few dandelions at a time, the forest would appreciate it. Sincerely, Eva Putnam Woodland Park debris along the tornado’s path. “This is what our community does,” said volunteer, Jen Plutt, “It sticks together; through Hayman, through this. I grew up here and nothing is more important.” Participants of the Lake George CleanUp pulled insulation, wood and roofing from the fields, roadsides and river long into the evening.
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June 18, 2014
To market, to market, here we go By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com A time to see old friends, catch up on the local gossip, solve problems and, oh, buy farm-fresh produce, the Woodland Park Farmers’ Market has people shaking off the winter doldrums to congregate on Henrietta Street. Founded by Judy Crummett, Earlyn Cowman and Lois Sill, the market is arguably one of the most popular events in Teller County. The market is from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday.
Farmers’ Market in Woodland Park was definitely the place to be Friday the 13th. With more booths and offerings, baskets and bags were full of fruits, baked goods and cheese. According to Judy Crummett, the market’s co-founder, the Young Entrepreneur program has taken off to include more young people offering their wares. Photos by Pat Hill
Along with fruits, vegetables, cheese, popcorn and baked goods, the second Farmers’ Market of the year in Woodland Park attracted crowds and promoted conversation.
Assesor explains senior exemption By Betty Clark-Wine For the Courier
Dana Hutchcraft, therapist with the Department of Social Services, second from left, gave a stirring speech after receiving her five-year employee service award June 12. On her left is Mary Longmire, also with DSS, and on her right is commission chair Dave Paul and Kim Mauthe, director of DSS. Photo by Pat Hill
Are you a senior or do you know a senior who could benefit from a property tax reduction? Seniors who qualify or surviving spouses of seniors who qualified may be entitled to a property tax break if they meet certain criteria. In 2000, Colorado voters passed a constitutional amendment to help seniors, many of whom live on fixed incomes, with their property tax bill. The senior homestead exemption has been funded for 2014 taxes, which are payable in 2015. The State Legislature hasn’t always funded the exemption, but funding in recent years has provided seniors a needed tax break on their primary residences. Applications for 2014 are due on or before July 15. While late applications are accepted until September 15, you will not have the right to appeal if you file late and your exemption is denied. If you send in your application on time and, it is denied, you can appeal the decision. How much is the exemption? Depending on the actual value of your property, a qualified senior could see up to 50% of their tax bill reduced. Fifty percent of the first $200,000 of actual value of the qualified senior’s primary residence is exempt from taxation. You can see the actual value of your property on your 2014 tax bill. You can also see your value on the assessor’s website at www.co.teller.co.us/Assessor under the link at the top of the page “Online Services” at “Property Records Database Search.” Who qualifies for the exemption? As of January 1, 2014, were you 65 years of age or older and, have you owned your home as your primary residence for 10
consecutive years or more? If so, you may qualify for a tax break on your residence. What are the requirements? To qualify, seniors must meet the following requirements: You must be at least 65 years old on January 1, 2014 You are or your spouse is the property owner of record You have or your spouse has owned the property as your primary residence for at least 10 consecutive years prior to January 1, 2014 How often do I need to apply? You only need to apply once. Can I get the exemption on all of my properties, my rental property, or my seasonal property? No. The exemption is available only on your primary residence. You can only have one primary residence, even if you split your time between residences in different locations. Legally married individuals may only have ONE property exemption together. If you are registered to vote, your voter address is considered your primary residence. Can I qualify for more than one exemption? No. If you qualify for a senior exemption and a disabled veteran’s exemption, you will only be entitled to ONE property exemption. What if I am a surviving spouse of an eligible senior?\ Surviving spouses of eligible senior citizens may also qualify for exemptions, provided that the surviving spouse meets certain requirements, including ownership, occupancy, and marital status. Senior continues on Page 13
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Donkey Days of
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Donkey Derby Days come to Cripple Creek June 27-29 Butte Theater’s melodrama ‘The Spoilers’ kick off summer season By Sonja Oliver
Contributing writer Cripple Creek’s Donkey Derby Days, now in its 83rd year, will be held over the weekend of June 27-29 and features donkey races, parade, a street dance with live entertainment, melodrama, cowboy skit, vendors and numerous “heritage” contests and activities for the entire family. The origins of this popular Colorado donkey festival dates back to 1933, when local businessmen signed on with Charley Lehew, who thought a Cripple Creek festival would attract people to the city during the summer months. The group decided on donkey races and built a race track, solicited advertising and arranged concessions and entertainment for the first-ever Donkey Derby Days festival. “The Spoilers” melodrama at the Butte Theater The Donkey Derby Days weekend of festivities begins on June 27 at 7 p.m. with the opening night of the melodrama, “The Spoilers” and a fast-paced musical Olio featuring song and dance to the “Motown Sound” at Cripple Creek’s celebrated Butte Theater. Following the performance, dessert and beverages will be served and patrons can meet with the cast members, director and staff.
Races and weekend activities On June 28, sponsored activities occurring throughout the day begin early Saturday morning with a 7 a.m. pancake breakfast at the fire department hosted by Cripple Creek and Victor High School students. Both days feature organized activities for children beginning at 8 a.m. including a petting zoo, donkey rides, games and face painting. Donkey rides for children are available throughout the day for a donation. At noon on Saturday, Grand Marshals Bud and Georgina Peiffer, lifetime members of the district, will lead a parade down Bennett Avenue. The parade features decorated entries sponsored by local businesses, organizations and individuals. For information regarding participation in the parade contact Pat Martin at 719-689-2502.
In addition to the races held on both Saturday and Sunday, events will feature contests such as “Donkey Calling,” “Best Beard,” “Hairiest Legs,” “Mountain Mama,” and “Tobacco Spitting,” which will be judged by people selected randomly from the crowd. Live entertainment on Saturday night features Colorado Springs-based Country Rock fusion band Exit West. On Sunday, in addition to the race and other activities, at noon there will be a Dog Show and Contest with numerous categories for prizes.
Donkey Races The first donkey race of the day on Saturday begins at 10 a.m. with the “Big Ass Challenge,” a competition between 10 media outlet teams using local donkeys. According to Two Mile High spokesperson Melissa Trenary, donkey names are pulled from a hat “to keep it fair.” The two- to five-person teams must then “push, pull, or entice with a carrot or treat” their donkeys down Bennett Avenue beginning at the Cripple Creek District Museum. “It’s a lot of fun because some of our donkeys don’t like to run and some of them do. They’re both sweet and stubborn,” Trenary said. At 2 p.m. on Saturday, the donkey race with professionally trained donkeys are raced by teams who are represented from all over the country. The donkeys will be raced on a course running from the Cripple Creek Jailhouse Museum down Bennett Avenue to the District Museum. The donkeys are no longer ridden, but races are held by leading the donkeys with a pack of traditional items on their back through a series of obstacles. At 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, the Businessman’s Donkey Race will feature 10 teams consisting of local leaders whose names are entered for a chance to be in the race. Although not all Businessman Race entries can make it into this event, proceeds go towards a scholarship fund for graduating seniors from Cripple Creek and Victor High School. The 10 teams must race to beat defending champions, the Double Eagle Hotel and Casino. Other proceeds from the weekend are used by the Two Mile High Club to provide feed and veterinary services for the herd.
Cripple Creek’s Donkey Derby Days, now in its 83rd year, is a family-oriented event to be held over the weekend of June 27-29. Photos courtesy Melissa Trenary
Donkeys roaming the streets of Cripple Creek In the late 1800s, during the early years of the Cripple Creek and Victor gold mining district, donkeys were used to work in the mines. When miners left the gold camp, the donkeys were left behind to fend for themselves. In recognition of the donkey’s historic place during the formation of the Cripple Creek and Victor Gold Mining District, the city passed an ordinance in May of 1977 allowing donkeys, believed to be the distant relatives of the original donkey herd, to roam throughout the gold camp area. According to city officials, the original ordinance addressing the unique relationship between the city and the free-roaming donkeys allows the historic herd to roam the streets during the time period between April 15 and Oct. 15. An amendment limits the number in the donkey herd not to exceed 20. Currently, the existing herd consists of 16 donkeys. According to Trenary, the city graciously provided space southwest of town consisting of approximately five acres and a barn for the donkeys to reside during the cold, winter months. The Two Mile High Club, which is the oldest incorporated civic organization in the State of Colorado, uses proceeds from Donkey Derby Days and other donations to help maintain the herd and is dedicated to the donkeys’ health and welfare. For more information about Donkey Derby Days go to visitcripplecreek.com or call Melissa Trenary at 719-689-0738.
Donkey rides for children are featured during Cripple Creek’s 83rd Donkey Derby Days during the weekend of June 27-29.
donkey derby days schedule Friday, June 27 7 p.m. Cripple Creek’s Butte Theater Summer Season opening night gala for the melodrama “The Spoilers” Saturday, June 28 7 a.m. Pancake Breakfast (Cripple Creek Fire Department) 8 a.m. Two Mile High Club Booth Opens Information Booth Opens Petting Zoo Opens 10 a.m. Hairy Legs Contest – Stage “Big Ass Challenge” Media Race – Double Eagle to 2nd Street Donkey Rides Begin Kids Activities at the park Parade Check In – Jail Museum 10:30 a.m. Best Beard Contest – Stage 11 a.m. Beer Garden Opens Noon Parade 1 p.m. Smokin’ Guns Skit – Stage 1:30 p.m. Draw For Donkey Derby Race – Stage Announce Parade Awards – Stage Donkey Calling Contest 2 p.m. Donkey Derby Race – Jail Museum to Cripple Creek District Museum 2:30 p.m. Mountain Mama Contest – Stage 3 p.m. Announce Donkey Derby Race Awards – Stage Tobacco Spitting Contest – Stage
4 to 7 p.m. Steak Dinner – Second Street and Bennett Ave. 6 p.m. Two Mile High Club Booth Closes 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. Saturday Night Street Dance featuring Exit West – Stage 7 p.m. “The Spoilers” Melodrama at the Butte Theater 9:30 p.m. Beer Garden Closes Sunday, June 29 8 a.m. Two Mile High Club Booth Opens Information Booth Opens 10 a.m. Donkey Rides Begin Kids Activities at the Park 11a.m. Donkey Calling Contest – Stage 11:30 a.m. Hairy Legs Contest - Stage Noon Beer Garden Opens Dog Show – Stage 1 p.m. Draw for Donkey Derby Race – Stage 1:30 p.m. Donkey Derby Race – Jail Museum to Cripple Creek District Museum 2 p.m. Best Beard Contest – Stage 2:30 p.m. Businessmen’s Donkey Race – Cripple Creek District Museum to 2nd St. 4 p.m. Announce Donkey Derby Race & Businessmen’s Race Winners 5 p.m. Two Mile High Club Booth Closes Information Booth Closes 7 p.m. “The Spoilers” Melodrama at the Butte Theater
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12 Pikes Peak Courier
June 18, 2014
KWPB cleanup beats past record
People are lining up behind Woodland Park City Manager David Buttery who is waiting for Councilmember Gary Brovetto and other cooks to flip a few dogs and burgers his way at the barbecue after the KWPB Spring Cleanup on June 7. Photos by Norma Engelberg
Some families brought their dogs to the KWPB spring cleanup. At right with the dog is former Cripple Creek-Victor School Board member Karen-Casey Svetich.
Woodland Park City Manager David Buttery, left, and Woodland Park City Councilmember Gary Brovetto take virtuoso turns at grilling hotdogs and hamburgers for hungry litter pickers who spent the morning of June 7 cleaning up the town.
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Participation increases by 25 percent By Norma Engelberg Contributing writer
Last year’s annual Keep Woodland Park Beautiful Spring showed a big jump in participation that planners hoped would happen again at this year’s cleanup. Their wish was fulfilled when 120 people participated in the 12th annual cleanup, a 25-percent jump. On June 7, volunteers collected 108 big orange bags of trash and, for the first time, 23 smaller black bags of recyclables. There were a number of factors involved in the jump. One was likely the many ways people were reminded about the event, including the newspaper, the city website and Channel 10, flyers and posters and a reminder email to past participants. The great weather also helped; it was a “Goldilocks morning,” not too hot, not too cold, pretty much just right if a little windy later in the morning. Participation was also helped by the planting and beautification projects that were planned for the Ute Pass Historical
Families and scouts also participated in the KWPB cleanup. Courtesy photo | KWPB Society’s History Park that families with small children or individuals with physical limitations could do. Also there were a large number of donors, including Teller County Waste, which provided the big dumpster; Cafe Leo, Sam’s Club, Walmart, Costco, Foxworth-Galbraith, Teller County Home Builders Association, BierWerks Brewery, Pikes Peak Rotary Club, Mountain Scoops, City Market, Starbucks and Safeway. As one might expect with a list like this, the meal after the cleanup came with everything from hot dogs and hamburgers cooked on the Rotary Club grill to root beer, coffee and iced tea, ice cream, several kinds of potato salad, chips and fresh condiments. An afternoon cold snap cut short the after-lunch live entertainment.
Businesses and organizations not only donated food, supplies and equipment to the clean-up effort, they also participated. Volunteers from the following businesses and organizations picked up litter or beautified History Park: Impact Christian Church, Safeway, Girl Scouts, Woodland Park Teen Center, Boy Scouts, Teller County Home Builders Association, Ute Pass Kiwanis, Majestic Park, Wal-Mart, Starbucks, Teller County Democrats and Teller County Republicans. “KWPB is proud to see the Woodland Park Community pull together for this event and wants to thank everyone for their participation!,” City Planner Lisa Parnell said on behalf of the Keep Woodland Park Beautiful committee.
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June 18, 2014
Halter meets with Teller County voters For the Courier
Carol and Eddie Sturman of Woodland Park hosted a meet-and-greet with Irv Halter June 8 at Sturman Industries. Halter, the Democratic candidate for the 5th Congressional District, faces the winner of the Republican primary, incumbent Doug Lamborn or his opponent Bentley Rayburn. The primary is June 24. In a press release from Halter’s spokesperson, Ethan Susseles states that the candidate discussed the differences between him and Lamborn. Halter, who has been called the most competitive challenger Lamborn has ever faced, pointed to the record-low approval ratings for Lamborn and other members of Congress. As well, Halter highlighted his October vote against reopening the federal government after the shutdown. In the first quarter of the year, Susseles states, Halter raised $165,000 compared to Lamborn’s $38,000. Lamborn is also facing a primary challenge from Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Bentley Rayburn. The release quotes Halter: “I spent 32 years in our Air Force and four years as a business executive, so I know how to build coalitions and get things done. Our congressman is a career politician who has held elected office for almost 20 years. We need someone who will work tirelessly to create good-paying jobs in the Pikes Peak region and fight on behalf of hard working Coloradans in Washington. As you know, our congressman has one of the most far-out records in Washington. Instead of working to get our nation’s fiscal house in order, he would rather shut down the federal government. Instead of working to create jobs, he would rather push phony legislation that has no chance of passing. And instead of working to change how Washington operates, he blames the other party. In essence, he is everything that is wrong with Washington.
Eddie and Carol Sturman hosted Irv Halter (center), Democratic candidate for the 5th Congressional District, in a meet-and-greet reception at Sturman Industries June 8. Photo by Bonnie Sumner We need a member of Congress who will fight for our district. We need a champion in Washington who will work to create good paying jobs, support our troops and veterans, and most importantly change the way Washington
works. I believe that both parties have lost touch with the needs of our nation. Some Democrats believe that the only way to solve our nation’s problems is to increase spending and regulation, and some Republicans want to make you pay
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. Teller Senior Coalition has received a $5,000 grant from the Anschutz Foundation for general expenses. A second $5,000 grant from the foundation depends upon the coalition’s matching the funds 100 percent. To help the coalition meet the match by October 14, check www.tellerseniorcoalition.org and donate through PayPal. Pikes Peak Regional Hospital hosts the 2nd annual Senior Circle Ice Social and Serenade from 2 to 3:30 p.m. June 20. The social is in the breezeway between the hospital and Woodland Medical Center. For reservations, call Karen Earley at 686-5802 or email her at reservations@pprh. net.
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Are there exceptions to ownership title and living in your home for 10 consecutive years? Yes. Exceptions include holding title in a trust or another entity that is used for estate planning purposes.
There are other exceptions, which are detailed in the brochure or, you can call the assessor’s office for information. Who pays for this exemption? The State of Colorado reimburses the county for the lost revenue. How do I apply? Please call the assessor’s office and request an application or go online at www.co.teller.co.us/Assessor and
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recreation report 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.
Rose Weis. Sessions offered for 5-9 years and 10-14 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.
Babysitters boot camp
Youth tennis
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
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.
Start Smart soccer
A soccer program for ages 3-6 years, Start Smart is from 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays, and 9-10 a.m. Saturdays, July 29, Aug. 2, 5, 9, 12, 16. Registration deadline is Thursday, July 3. Cost is $18, plus required kit. A mandatory parent meeting is at 7 p.m. Monday, July 21.
Soccer camp
The Challenger British soccer camp runs from July 21-25 at the Meadow Wood Sports Complex Synthetic Turf Fields. Register online at www.challengersports. com by Friday, June 6 and receive a free British soccer jersey. Late registration begins Friday, July 11 (add a $10 late fee). Registration can be taken up to the first day of camp. First Kicks (age 3) is from 11 a.m. to noon; Mini Soccer (ages 4-5) are from 9-10:30 a.m.; Half Day (ages 6-16) are from 9 a.m. to noon; Golden Goal (ages 6-16) is from 1-3 p.m. Host a coach: Make the experience even more special for your child by hosting one of our professional British coaches during your week of camp. Host families not only provide a memorable and truly international learning experience for their children and the coach, but will also receive an $80 rebate toward the cost of camp. Cripple Creek Parks and Recreation’s fitness center is open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Membership is $14 per month. Silver Sneaker memberships are free for qualifying seniors. Call 719-689-3514.
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Kids summer camp Licensed day care for ages 5-17 is open from 7:15 a.m. to 6:30
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June 18, 2014
due together with all other payments 15 provided for in the Evidence of Debt se-
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.
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
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.
Public Trustees
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
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 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 failure to timely make payments as required under the Deed of Trust.
Legal Notice No.: 2014-0016 First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier
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. 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: 4/18/2014 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. 2014-0016 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 FO R F I R ST B A N K O F C O L OR A D O S PR I N G S 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
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. 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
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 Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
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.
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) , BLOCK A, HUNT'S ADDITION 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.
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.,
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. 2014-0018 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
which has the address of: 206 North 4th Street Victor, CO 80860
cured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof.
Public Notices which has the address of: 156 Blue Spruce Trail Woodland Park, CO 80863
Notices
Failure to pay principal and interest when
cured 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.
Public Notice
NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0018
Public Trustees
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: DAVID SICKAFOOSE Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR PEOPLES MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust: 3/4/2011 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 3/7/2011 Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. 642696 Original Principal Amount: $260,538.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $252,296.46 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: 293 Twin Lakes Dr 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. 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. 2014-0019 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.
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
Public Trustees
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. 2014-0020 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 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: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER Attorney Registration #34145 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 #: 14-01106
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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 To advertise public notices call 303-566-4100 auction to the highest and best bidder for To Whom It May Concern: Thisyour Notice is cash, the said real property and all ingiven with regard to the following deterest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs scribed Deed of Trust: and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said On April 3, 2014, the undersigned Public Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust deTrust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, scribed below to be recorded in the and will issue to the purchaser a CertificCounty of Teller records. ate of Purchase, all as provided by law. Original Grantor: KEVIN R. COLEMAN Original Beneficiary: HOUSEHOLD FINFirst Publication: 6/11/2014 ANCE CORPORATION III Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Published in: Pikes Peak Courier HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION III Dated: 4/7/2014 Date of Deed of Trust: 10/22/2004 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Recording Date of Deed of Trust: Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE 10/28/2004 By: Shirley A. Kint Recorded in Teller County: Reception No. Deputy Public Trustee 572937 Original Principal Amount: $125,262.03 Attorney: EVE M GRINA Outstanding Principal Balance: Attorney Registration #43658 $103,982.44 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD., SUITE 400, Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 are hereby notified that the covenants of Phone: 1 (303) 706-9990 the deed of trust have been violated as Fax: 1 (303) 706-9994 follows: Attorney file #: 14-000839 NOTICE OF SALE (CRS §38-38-103) Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0021
Public Trustees
Public Trustees
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
which has the address of: 206 North 4th Street Victor, CO 80860
Legal Notice No.: 2014-0020 First Publication: 5/21/2014 Last Publication: 6/18/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier
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.
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
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.
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 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. ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. which has the address of: 550 Bridle Drive 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: 4/14/2014 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 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 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. 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:
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.
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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 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 31, HIGHLAND LAKES SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 6, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO. 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. 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: 4/18/2014 ROBERT W. CAMPBELL Teller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE By: Shirley A. Kint Deputy Public Trustee 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. Legal Notice No.: 2014-0024 First Publication: 6/11/2014 Last Publication: 7/9/2014 Published in: Pikes Peak Courier
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
ORDERED PUBLISHED THIS 6TH DAY OF JUNE, 2014.
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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 City of Victor plans to submit a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application to the State of Colorado, Department of Local Affairs. CDBG funds are intended to provide decent housing, suitable living environments and economic opportunities, principally for low and moderate-income persons through rehabilitation and preservation, economic/job development and public facilities improvements.
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The application being considered would request about $600,000 for Phase 3 Downtown Drainage & Streets Project. It is estimated that approximately 59% of the funds would benefit low and moderate-income persons. Permanent involuntary displacement of neighborhood persons or businesses is not anticipated. Should it later become necessary to consider such displacement, alternatives will be examined to minimize the displacement. If no feasible alternatives exist, required/reasonable benefits will be provided to those displaced to mitigate adverse effects and hardships. Any low and moderate income housing which is demolished or converted will be replaced. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during these hearings should notify Sandy Honeycutt, City Clerk, City Hall, 500 Victor Ave, Victor, CO 80860 a minimum of 3 days in advance so that appropriate aids can be made available.
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
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A public hearing will be held at 6 pm on June 26, 2014 at City Hall to obtain citizen views and to respond to proposals and questions related to:
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Pursuant to C.R.S. 38-21.5-103 notices sent certified mail to Christopher J. Castle last known address, June 11, 2014 all contents in the below listed storage unit located at Tregos Storage 42 Buffalo Court, Divide Colorado 80814 will be sold or otherwise disposed of by removal to the Divide Colorado Dump Transfer Station on June 27, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. at the Tregos Venture Storage Facility Unit K 36 located at 42 Buffalo Ct., Divide, CO 80814.
A copy of the application as submitted to the State will be available for public review at Victor City Hall.
The sale will be by auction at the Site K 36 and will be sold in one lot. Sealed bids will be accepted and opened first. Any proceeds will be applied to unpaid rents.
Contents consisting of, but not limited to: A bike, 2 van seats, highchair, dog crate, shovels, a broken coffee table and miscellaneous items.
Written comments are also welcome and must be received by June 25, 2014 at Victor City Hall, 500 Victor Ave, Victor, CO 80860-0086 or emailed to ddowns@victorco.us. Oral and written comments will be considered in deciding whether to submit an application for the proposed project. Written summary information will be available at Victor City Hall on June 13, 2014 until June 26, 2014 on any CDBG application(s) the City of Victor intends to submit to the State.
Legal Notice No.: 933476 First Publication: June 18, 2014 Last Publication: June 25, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
Information and records regarding the City of Victor proposed and past use of CDBG funds are available at City Hall during regular office hours.
Tenant: Christopher J. Castle Storage Unit: K 36 Last Known Address: P.O. Box 1244 Cripple Creek, CO 80813
Legal Notice No.: 933475 First Publication: June 18, 2014 Last Publication: June 18, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
PUBLIC NOTICE AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Victor plans to submit a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application to the State of Colorado, Department of Local Affairs. CDBG funds are intended to provide decent housing, suitable living environments and economic opportunities, principally for low and moderate-income persons through rehabilitation and preservation, economic/job development and public facilities improvements.
Government Legals Public Notice BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Thursday, June 26, 2014 TELLER COUNTY CENTENNIAL BUILDING 112 North A Street, Cripple Creek, CO Commissioners’ Meeting Room 1. 9:15 a.m.: Convene in regular session - Invocation - Pledge of Allegiance - Minutes of Previous Meetings - Accounts Payable - Board Reports - Elected Official’s Report - Administrator’s Report 2. 9:25 a.m.: Time reserved for Department Heads and Public without an appointment. 3. 9:35 a.m.: Employee Service Awards and Reception 4. 10:05 a.m.: Human Resources: Consider Resolution to Amend 2014 Budget. 5. 10:10 a.m.: Finance: Presentation of 2013 Audit by RubinBrown LLP. 6. 10:20 a.m.: Administration: Consider a Resolution Amending the Teller County Fees for Facsimiles, Paper Copies and Audio Copies. 7. 10:25 a.m.: Finance: Consider Approval of 2014 Budget Adjustments. 8. 10:35 a.m.: Pikes Peak Workforce Centers (PPWFC): Consider Approval of PPWFC’s Program Year 2014 (PY14) Annual Plan. 9. 10:45 a.m.: CDSD-Planning: Consider a Resolution Voiding a Recorded Notice of Lot Line Vacation for Lot 28 and Lot 29A, Block 18, Ranch Estates, Refiling. 10. 10:50 a.m.: CDSD-Planning: Consider a Resolution Voiding Lot 27, Block 18 from a Recorded Notice of Lot Line Vacation for Lots 1, 2 7A, 26 and 27, Block 18, Ranch Estates Refiling. Commissioners Business Items: Sheryl Decker, County Administrator Legal Matters: Chris Brandt, County Attorney Adjournment The implementation, modification, rescission, or amendment of a restriction on open burning in Teller County may be added to the Agenda of, and considered at, this meeting. If possible, an Amended Agenda adding that item will be posted, and placed on the Teller County website, at least 24 hours before the meeting. Appointments may vary by 15 minutes earlier or later than scheduled depending upon cancellations and time required for review and/or consideration of an agenda item. Legal Notice No.: 933478 First Publication: June 18, 2014 Last Publication: June 18, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier Public Notice ORDINANCE NO. 2014-05 A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF CRIPPLE CREEK FOR THE AREAS DESCRIBED HEREIN FROM BB ZONE DISTRICT TO C-1 ZONE DISTRICT. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRIPPLE CREEK, COLORADO, THAT:
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Public The application beingNotice considered would request about $600,000 for Phase 3 This Section explains the existing historic architectural charDowntown Drainage & Streets Project. It acteristics. These characteristics provide the guidelines for is estimated that approximately 59% of the A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TEXT OF benefit THE low restoration and modifications to any existing historic buildings, funds would and moderate-inCITY OF CRIPPLE CREEK DEVELOPMENTcome CODEpersons. RELATINGPermanent construction of additions, and to proposed new construction in involuntary TO HISTORIC FAÇADE REVIEWS IN THE BB ZONE DISTRICT the BB and B Zone districts. NOTE: The characteristics are apdisplacement of neighborhood persons or AND PERMITTED USES IN THE GAMING DISTRICT FOR plicable to the front façade and the first 6 feet of the side facades businesses is THE not anticipated. Should it later become necessary to consider such C-1 AND C-2 ZONES. ONLY in the BB Zone provided, however, that projects of less displacement, alternatives will be exBE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF than 3500 square feet do not require historic façade review. The amined to minimize the displacement. If CRIPPLE CREEK, COLORADO, THAT: balance of the building must only be compatible in color. no feasible alternatives exist, required/reasonable benefits will be Section 1. The first paragraph of Section 3.2.1 of the City of Section 2. Section 1.3.3 Table 1-2 of the City of Cripple Creek provided to those displaced to mitigate adCripple Creek Development Code is hereby amended to read as Development Code entitled Allowed Uses for each District is verse effects and hardships. Any low and follows: hereby amended to read as follows: moderate income housing which is demolished or converted will be replaced. In with the Americans Commercial Usescompliance with Dis abilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during Automobile Service C P P these hearings should notify Sandy Honeycutt, City Clerk, City Hall, 500 Victor Campgrounds/Recreational Vehicle Ave, Victor, CO 80860 a minimum of 3 so that appropriate SE C P SE days in advance aids C Parks can be made available.
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Legal Notice No.: 933475 First Publication: June PASSED 18, 2014 ON THE FIRST READING AND ORDERED Section 3. Safety Clause. The City Council hereby finds, deLast Publication: June 18, 2014 termines and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under PUBLISHED THIS 6TH DAY OF JUNE, 2014. Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
the general police power of the City of Cripple Creek, that it is Section 3. Safety Clause. The City Debra Blevins, City Clerk Council hereby finds, determines and promulgated for the health, safety and welfare of the public and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under the general police power of the City of that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health and safety and for the protection of public convenience and PASSED ANDand ADOPTED BY THE CITY Cripple Creek, that it is promulgated for the health, safetyON andSECOND welfare READING of the public welfare. The City Council further determines that this Ordinance COUNCIL THIS and safety DAY OFfor the , 2014. that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health and bears a rational relation to the proper legislative object sought to protection of public convenience and welfare. The City Council further determines that Approved: Bruce Brown, Mayor be attained. this Ordinance bears a rational relation to the Attest: Debra Blevins, City Clerk proper legislative object sought to be attained. Section 4. Severability. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or Approved as to form: part of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person Herbert C. Phillips, City Attorney or circumstances shall for any reason be adjudged by a court of competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect Legal Notice No.: 933481 application to other persons or circumstances. First Publication: June 18, 2014 Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective Last Publication: June 18, 2014 thirty (30) days after passage. Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF CRIPPLE CREEK FOR THE AREAS DESCRIBED HEREIN FROM BB ZONE DISTRICT TO C-1 ZONE DISTRICT.
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BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRIPPLE CREEK, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1. The official zoning map of the City of Cripple Creek is hereby amended to change the zoning of the following described parcels of land from BB Neighborhood Mixed Use Zone District to C-1 Industrial Zone District: Northern section: Beginning at the northern city limit line at the midline of the alley east of Prospect Street, Block 5, Hayden Placer Addition to the City of Cripple Creek, County of Teller, State of Colorado; thence south along the midline of the said alley to E. Pikes Peak Avenue; thence east to State Hwy 67; thence northeast along State Hwy 67 to the city limit line; thence west to the point of beginning. Southern section: Beginning at the midline of the alley south of E. Masonic Avenue and S. A Street, Block 9, Freeman Placer Addition to the City of Cripple Creek, County of Teller, State of Colorado; thence south to May Avenue; thence east to S. Second Street; thence south to the southern city limit line; thence east to the eastern city limit line; thence north to State Hwy 67; thence northeast to the southwest corner of L2, Block 6, Capital Hill Addition; thence east to the southeast corner of L19; thence north to the midline of the alley south of E. Whiting Avenue; thence west to the midline of the alley east of S. Third Street; thence north to E. Irene Street; thence east to S. Fourth Street; thence north to midline of the alley south of E. Myers Avenue; thence west to the point of beginning. Section 2. Safety Clause. The City Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under the general police power of the City of Cripple Creek, that it is promulgated for the health, safety and welfare of the public and that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health and safety and for the protection of public convenience and welfare. The City Council further determines that this Ordinance bears a rational relation to the proper legislative object sought to be attained. Section 3. Severability. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall for any reason be adjudged by a court of competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect application to other persons or circumstances. Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after passage. PASSED ON THE FIRST READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED THIS 6TH DAY OF JUNE, 2014. Debra Blevins, City Clerk PASSED ON SECOND READING AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL THIS DAY OF , 2014. Approved: Bruce Brown, Mayor Attest: Debra Blevins, City Clerk Approved as to form: Herbert C. Phillips, City Attorney Legal Notice No.: 933477 First Publication: June 18, 2014 Last Publication: June 25, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
Southern section: Beginning at the midline of the alley south of E. Masonic Avenue and S. A Street, Block 9, Freeman Placer Addition to the City of Cripple Creek, County of Teller, State of Colorado; thence south to May Avenue; thence east to S. Second Street; thence south to the southern city limit line; thence east to the eastern city limit line; thence north to State Hwy 67; thence northeast to the southwest corner of L2, Block 6, Capital Hill Addition; thence east to the southeast corner of L19; thence north to the midline of the alley south of E. Whiting Avenue; thence west to the midline of the alley east of S. Third Street; thence north to E. Irene Street; thence east to S. Fourth Street; thence north to midline of the alley south of E. Myers Avenue; thence west to the point of beginning. Section 2. Safety Clause. The City Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under the general police power of the City of Cripple Creek, that it is promulgated for the health, safety and welfare of the public and that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health and safety and for the protection of public convenience and welfare. The City Council further determines that this Ordinance bears a rational relation to the proper legislative object sought to be attained. Section 3. Severability. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall for any reason be adjudged by a court of competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect application to other persons or circumstances. Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after passage. PASSED ON THE FIRST READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED THIS 6TH DAY OF JUNE, 2014. Debra Blevins, City Clerk PASSED ON SECOND READING AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL THIS DAY OF , 2014. Approved: Bruce Brown, Mayor Attest: Debra Blevins, City Clerk Approved as to form: Herbert C. Phillips, City Attorney Legal Notice No.: 933477 First Publication: June 18, 2014 Last Publication: June 25, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
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PASSED ON SECOND READING AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL THIS DAY OF , 2014.
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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that adjustments to the adopted budget for Teller County, for the calendar year 2014, are being proposed. Copies of such proposed budget adjustments will be made available for inspection by the public on the County’s web site at www.co.teller.co.us and in the County Finance Department in the Centennial Building in Cripple Creek. Any interested elector within such Teller County may inspect the proposed budget adjustments, direct any questions, and file or register any objections thereto, to the County Budget Officer, at any time prior to the final adoption at a regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners at the County Centennial Building in Cripple Creek on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 9:15 am. Legal Notice No.: 933479 First Publication: June 18, 2014 Last Publication: June 18, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF BREW PUB LIQUOR LICENSE PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to the laws of the State of Colorado and the rules and regulations of the City of Woodland Park, notice is hereby given that Ute Pass Brewing Company, LLC, 209 East Midland Avenue, Woodland Park, CO 80863, has requested the City Council, being the local licensing authority of Woodland Park, to grant a Tavern Liquor License for Ute Pass Brewing Company, LLC, 209 East Midland Avenue, Woodland Park, CO 80863. Public Hearing on this application will be held before the City Council of Woodland Park at 7:00 PM on Thursday, July 3, 2014 in Council Chambers, City Hall, 220 West South Avenue, Woodland Park. At said time and place, any interested person may appear to be heard for or against the granting of said license. All petitions, remonstrances or statements shall be filed in writing with the City Clerk at least ten (10) days prior to the date of hearing. Date of application: June 3, 2014 Suzanne Leclercq Deputy City Clerk City of Woodland Park Legal Notice No.: 933480 First Publication: June 18, 2014 Last Publication: June 18, 2014 Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier
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Caregivers take the brunt By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com Editor’s note: This story is the eighth in a series on the “Silver Tsunami,” a phenomenon associated with 10,000 people turning 65 every day. With breakthrough medical technology prolonging the lifespan of today’s senior citizens, all too often the good news is offset by a set of negative factors. As the Pikes Peak Region comes to grips with the “Silver Tsunami,” a national term for the explosion of older people in the next few years, the issue of caregiving looms large. “Certainly, respite care is critical, not just for the recipient but the caregiver,” said Leni Stevenson, case manager for Teller Senior Coalition. “Most caregiver situations for the elderly are in the hands of family.” Stevenson and Donna Finicle, the coalition’s licensed counselor, conducted a survey recently to assess the emotional and physical toll on caregivers in Teller County. Respondents indicated a high level of stress, many citing the need to run errands, attend a sporting event or a child’s athletic competition. The survey was a condition of the coalition’s accepting a $5,000 grant from Easter Seals to enhance its respite-care program for three months. “There’s a need for a sounding board, a problem solver, someone experienced in reducing stress,” Stevenson said, adding that the coalition has funds available for 20 hours a month of respite care. As well, the nonprofit organization provides a list of certified nurse’s assistants and personal-care providers. “We have no connection to them but have run background checks on each, including FBI checks,” Stevenson said. The majority of caregivers in Teller County are spouses or other family members caring for an Alzheimer’s patient. “Alzheimer’s is such a long journey it’s a very difficult disease,” Stevenson said. “Oftentimes, the caregiver will precede the recipient in death.” With the increase in the number of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, the disease is an epidemic, Finicle said. “It’s pretty scary to think about and some of the caregivers are older people, anyway,” she said. Research cited in the Innovations in Aging study backs up Finicle’s assessment of “scary to think about,” as most people don’t want to deal with the issue of aging. “Resistance to planning puts an enormous strain on spouses and family,” states the report. “It was sometimes described as the largest problem facing the elderly and one that is likely to get worse.” The study is based on a survey of senior citizens in the region. Worry is a trademark of caregivers, particularly as it relates to their own potential for illness. “I’ll be helping people get through that transition, have Plan B and find resources to help,” Finicle said. Along with worrying caregivers often suffer personal attacks and emotional abuse from the recipient. “You have to
From left, Donna Finicle, counselor who heads up the Teller Senior Coalition’s respite-care program, Leni Stevenson, the coalition’s case manager, and Barbara Berger, executive director. Photos by Pat Hill learn not to take it so personally. They are not themselves,” Fincle said. “But when it’s your mother and someone else you love, it’s just shocking and really hurts. You have to develop a thick skin.” Prospect Home Care & Hospice provides home-health aides in addition to its specialized medical care for patients nearing death. “Respite care is for an individual who isn’t quite qualified to be alone, who is not desperately ill or high-maintenance,” said Mary Barrowman, Prospect’s president and chief executive officer. “The respite provider might play cards, have a conversation or just watch a television show together.” At a time when patients tend to lose touch, a good respite care provider offers stimulating and caring attention. “A lot of times this becomes a win-win relationship,” Barrowman said. “It opens new worlds for both participants.” In a capitalistic society, the Innovations study concludes that retirees are a basic industry with a multiplier effect on jobs, such as those associated with home health care. As a result, Pikes Peak Community College offers a range of courses, including home-care assistance. “We can be growing a pool where you have someone who has been screened, who has the education and information to be a good respite provider,” Barrowman said. “In Teller County, all the senior-service agencies work well together so that we can help the families, provide peace of mind and ensure quality of life for both generations.”
Mary Barrowman, president and chief executive officer of Prospect Home Care & Hospice, talks about the reciprocal nature of caregiving.
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July 19 traditional powwow The Palmer Lake Historical Society and One Nation Walking Together present a one-day Native American Indian Festival and Traditional Powwow from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 19, at the Freedom Financial Services EXPO Center, 3650 N. Nevada, Colorado Springs. Go to www.palmerdividehistory.org; call Al and Rhetta Walter, 719-559-0525; email rhetta_walter@hotmail.com; go to www.OneNationWT.org; call 719-329-0251; email office@
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Fight cancer Relay for Life of Teller County is from noon to midnight July 26 at Woodland Park High School, 151 Baldwin St. Call 719-630-4978 or go to www.relayforlife.org/ tellercountyco through July 31 reading program The library district’s summer reading program for all ages runs through July 31. Programs planned for children, teens and adults. Go to www.rampartlibrarydistrict.org. aug. 17 street dance The Jeffrey Alan Band will perform at the Community Street Dance from 6-10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17, at the Ute Pass Cultural Center Pavilion. Admission is free. Event is sponsored by the Ute Pass Saddle Club. Call 719-687-9975 or e-mail info@wpsaddleclub.com.
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Santa’s Sleigh Ride zips up and down at 30 mph By Rob Carrigan
pounds. Someone at least 16 years of age must accompany children on the ride. So far, Santa’s Sleigh Ride has been popular for children and adults of all ages. “It is a fun ride. We watch people and they enjoy the 30 miles an hour.” said owner Tom Haggard. The zippy offering complements 28 other rides in the park with a focus on children 12 and younger, and their moms and dads. “We wanted something that grand parents can ride with the grand kids,” he said. “The other day, I talked with one grandmother that said she had ridden it six times.” Haggard’s father George Haggard, opened the park 58 years ago, May 17, 1956, with other partners. His son Shane Haggard is currently operations manager.
rcarrigan@colorado communitymedia.com The North Pole amusement park in Cascade now offers a new ride. Seated sideby-side, riders experience the same thrill Santa does each Christmas Eve, as he soars over rooftops. The zip line pulls up and back at 30 miles-per-hour for 503 feet — stretching 97 feet from the ground at the top — before launching the return ride at the same speed. It is a fun 40-second ride, but takes two or three minutes to load and unload usually. For safety reasons, riders must be at least 42 inches tall, (the average height for a five-year-old). Two people may ride at one time with a combined weight limit of 450
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Bike Rodeo ushers in summer By Pat Hill
phill@coloradocommunitymedia.com Little kids challenging their cycling skills, some with faces crossed by curiosity or fear followed by tiny smiles of triumph, for budding riders, the Bike Rodeo at Meadow Wood Park is a learning experience. For older children, the rodeo is a chance to show off their skills and race around with their peers. New this year is the scavenger hunt with various stations around the park. The prize is a bicycle donated by Paul Magnuson and Team Telecycle. The main thrust of the rodeo, founded by Erin Mirabella at Teller County Chiropractic, is safety. For instance, to participate, all riders must wear a helmet. Along with the sponsors, representatives of North Teller Build a Generation and Northeast Teller County Fire Protection District were on hand to check helmets and assist the volunteers. As well, BAG had an array of colorful helmets for sale. Two bicycles, donated by the Woodland Park Wal-Mart and True Life Medicine, were given away in a raffle. A staple in Woodland Park for the past five years, the Bike Rodeo is sponsored by Teller County Chiropractic and Woodland Park Parks and Recreation Department.
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Joy Oram, left, and Lily Oram fine-tune their hula-hoop skills at the Bike Rode June 11. Not everybody had to ride a bike as other options were available. The rodeo was sponsored by the Woodland Park Parks and Recreation Department and Teller County Chiropractic.
Colton Kaberna, 3, accepts the challenge of riding around the obstacles at the Bike Rodeo June 11. Along with the fun, safety was the key message to the Bike Rodeo, as all children were required to wear helmets. Photos by Pat HIll
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