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Problems are historic, aim is for resilience Upper Monument Creek landscape has weathered an up and down existence By Rob Carrigan [email protected]

What many organizations and government agencies call the the Upper Monument Creek land-scape, has been identifi ed as a potential problem area for some time by several groups. In recent history in fact, it has experienced increasingly severe and costly impacts from wildfi re, including the 2012 Waldo Canyon Fire that

burned across the southern edge. The Front Range Roundtable (a collaborative group that has been working on such initiatives since 2004) identifi ed this area as a high priority treatment area to reduce the risk of large severe fi res and to increase the function of the water-sheds.

The UMC landscape is located on the U.S. Forest Service’s Pike National Forest and participants in the UMC Landscape Restoration Initiative (the Initiative) worked together for more than a year to develop collaborative, science-based management recommen-dations aimed at restoring forest resilience and reducing wildfi re risks to communities in the area.Among those agencies and groups working on the initiative are: Co-alition for the Upper South Platte, Colorado Forest Restoration Insti-tute, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Colorado Springs Utilities, Colora-do State Forest Service, Colorado State University, Rocky Mountain Tree Ring Research, The Nature Conservancy, The Wilderness So-ciety, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Nat-ural Resources Conservation Ser-vice, West Range Reclamation LLC.The Initiative submitted their re-port and recommendations to the USFS in early 2014. The Report provides background on the natu-ral and human history of the UMC landscape, describes current for-est conditions and challenges, and details the spatial and non-spatial analyses conducted by the group through their collaborative process.

Based on these analyses, the UMC Collaborative recommend-ed that the USFS use a combi-nation of mechanical, manual and prescribed fi re treatments to manage conditions on approxi-mately 18,000 acres within the 67,000 acre UMC landscape over the next 7-10 years. The estimated ten-year budget needed to imple-ment these recommendations totals slightly over $10 million, or about $1 million average cost per year.

According to reports developed by the Roundtable and the organi-zations involved, the area’s history is partially responsible for some of its challenges.

“The Upper Monument Creek landscape was used seasonally by several indigenous groups, human settlement in the area did not be-gin in earnest until approximately 1860. Early settlers established and expanded timber operations in conjunction with mining ac-tivity. By 1867, several large-scale saw mills were operating in the area in response to the rapid pace of development. General Wil-liam Jackson Palmer, anticipating railroad-driven economic growth, initiated development of the Col-orado Springs area in 1871. A full-scale timber boom ensued as har-vesters raced to meet the needs of the rapidly growing community

and associated mining and rail-road industries,” according to the Roundtable’s report, and they referred to other previous report examining the area.

“By the 1890s, much of the UMC landscape and surrounding area had been extensively logged and badly burned by both human and naturally ignited wildfi res. A 1900 report by U.S. Geologi-cal Survey employee John G. Jack noted that at least 75 percent of the forests around Pike’s Peak had been logged, burned or both. While regular cycles of natural fi re had occurred in lower-elevation forests for centuries, the increase in human activity led to larger, more severe and more frequent fi res in all forest types,” according info put together in early 2014.

“In his report, Jack described these forests as among the most damaged of any he had seen in the nation. A map accompany-ing the Jack report shows much of the UMC landscape occurring in areas designated as “badly burned” or “much burned over.” Accordingly, concern about the condition of the forests and the potential negative impacts on wa-ter supply led President Benjamin Harrison to designate the Pikes Peak and Plum Creek Timberland Reserves in 1892. These reserves were consolidated, along with the South Platte Reserve, in 1907 to form the Pike National Forest, one of the fi rst two National Forests in Colorado.

The federal government launched an aggressive reforesta-tion initiative throughout the Pike National Forest shortly after its establishment. As a result, more than 2 million trees were planted in the area between 1912 and the early 1920s. The most signifi cant planting in the UMC landscape

occurred from 1924-1932 when the U.S. Forest Service’s now-de-funct Monument Nursery oversaw the planting of seedlings across more than 7,000 acres. Current conditions in the UMC landscape reveal the lasting impact of these ambitious planters.”

Though well-meaning, but probably misguided, federal pol-icy of the last century mandat-ing aggressive prevention and suppression of fi re. This policy (it is now thought) led to the fur-ther disruption of natural fi re cycles and promoted the growth of dense, even-aged forests that became stressed by competition for resources and vulnerable to unnaturally large-scale wildfi res and insect and disease outbreaks.No signifi cant fi res occurred in this particular area between 1916 and 1989, when the Berry Fire (aka Mount Herman Fire) burned 850 acres in proximity to the USFS’s Monument Fire Center.

In 2002, the Hayman Fire burned approximately 137,000 acres in an adjacent area North-west of UMC, spreading 19 miles and growing by 62,000 acres in one day. In 2012, the Waldo Can-yon Fire burned 18,247 acres northwest of Colorado Springs, destroying 346 homes and forcing 32,000 residents to evacuate.

“After a brief increase in log-ging during the 1950s, very little systematic timber harvest has occurred in the area surrounding the UMC landscape apart from smaller scale thinning and fuels reduction projects. Current forest management projects are compli-cated by the diffi culty of operating in a largely urbanized environ-ment, the relatively low value of products to be removed and the high cost of transportation due to a lack of local wood processing

facilities,” according to the UMC Collaborative Report.

“Rapid population growth and development in Colo-rado Springs, Woodland Parkand surrounding communities has been a signifi cant driver of conditions in the UMC land-scape and, in fact, the entire Pike National Forest. The UMC land-scape includes portions of El Paso and Douglas counties, two of Colorado’s fasting growing mu-nicipalities. The economic base of the area has shifted from one driven by resource extraction to one dominated by high tech busi-nesses, higher education and the federal government. As a result, the UMC landscape is now highly valued for aesthetics and as a rec-reational outlet for urban dwell-ers,” the report says.

“Hikers, cyclists, equestrians, hunters and anglers, wildlife en-thusiasts and off-road vehicles all frequent these forests, placing increasing pressure and stress on the natural systems. Of particular concern are illegal shooting rang-es, refuse dumping, and illegal creation of roads and trails. The USFS monitors these uses and periodically restricts access to the most heavily impacted areas to allow for revegetation and repair. Human use is particularly high on and around the Rampart Range Road and Mt. Herman Road. Un-fortunately, due to staffi ng and resource constraints, resource degradation from illegal recre-ation use is not adequately ad-dressed in some areas,” the group working in collaboration noted.“Of related concern is the expan-sion of homes, business and relat-ed infrastructure into previously

The UMC landscape is located on the U.S. Forest Service’s (USFS) Pike National Forest and participants in the UMC Landscape Restoration Initia-tive (the Initiative) worked together for more than a year to develop collaborative, science-based management recommendations aimed at restoring forest resilience and reducing wild� re risks to communities in the area. Photo by Rob Carrigan

Turley trial goes ahead in February By Pat Hill [email protected]

In a motions hearing for former Wood-land Park mayor Dave Turley, Judge Theresa Cisneros gave the defense two weeks to fi le

objections to expert testimony to be pro-vided by the prosecution.

Cisneros chastised the prosecuting at-torney, Matthew James, for not having the expert testimony expected at the hearing Jan. 26. “I take full responsibility, Judge,” James said.

The testimony, by “blind experts” is in-tended to talk about “these sorts of behav-iors” James said.

Turley, represented by Cynthia McKedy, has pleaded not guilty to charges of sexual assault on a minor by a person of trust. He was arrested by the Woodland Park Police

Department May 23.McKedy expressed displeasure at not re-

ceiving the expert testimony. “I have no in-formation on the expert,” she said. “I have received nothing.”

The testimony is another step in Turley’s trial which is still scheduled for Feb. 24.

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Everly to be sentenced next month By Pat Hill [email protected]

Donna Everly, who owns a medical home for infants and children in Green Moun-tain Falls, was convicted in a jury trial last month of 136 counts of Medicaid fraud. The charges against Everly included theft and forgery from Sept. 1, 2008 and April 1, 2010.

Everly, who was represented by Brian Boal, was charged and tried by the Colo-rado Attorney General’s offi ce whose prose-cuting attorney was Richard Ferro. She was convicted of all counts after an eight-day trial that began Jan. 16.

Everly and her team of nurses are known for their care for children, many of whom were not expected to survive. She has offi -cially adopted at least four children in the past several years. Some of the children at-tend the local schools.

In February 2013, one of her children, Daniel, once labeled a “do not resuscitate” child at birth, now 11, was named one of

seven ambassadors for Children’s Hospital Colorado. Daniel represented the hospital at fundraising events throughout the year, including interviews on radio and televi-sion.

Over the years, Everly has won awards for her work from El Paso and Larimer counties. Her home is among the few in the state for infants and children born with de-bilitating conditions.

According to a story by 7News on Feb. 29, 2012, Medicaid pays the nurses who provide around-the-clock care. During the investigation by the state’s attorney gen-eral’s offi ce, El Paso County and the state agreed in the short term to pay the nurses.

In a deposition Feb. 11, 2014, Everly’s at-torney requested a deferred sentence, com-munity service and restitution.

Everly remains free on a $3,000 bond. To date, she and her staff continue to care for the children in the home.

Everly is scheduled to be sentenced March 17. As of press time, Everly had not returned calls to the newspaper.

Two arrested in drug bust By Pat Hill [email protected]

Failure to signal while turning on U.S. Highway 24 at Elm Street resulted in the arrest of the driver, Aaron Gallegos, the evening of Jan. 25. The traffi c stop even-tually led to a drug raid at a residence in Woodland Park.

By the time the drama was all over, Woodland Park Police had recovered cash and drugs, heroin, methamphet-amine and cocaine, with an approximate value of $9,000.

Cpl. Erin Land and Offi cer Brian Mar-tinez stopped Gallegos after he made the illegal turn. Based on his condition and that of the passengers in the car, the two offi cers obtained a search warrant, which was executed by the Teller County Emer-gency Response Team.

Taken into custody, Gallegos was ar-rested Jan. 26 and charged with driving under the infl uence of drugs and failing to signal as required. As well, Gallegos had an outstanding warrant for his arrest.

Three passengers in the vehicle, an 18-year old male, Obrian Talebzadeh, and two juveniles, male and female, were lat-er released. The juveniles had been listed as missing from the Colorado Springs area and were released to their parents.

At the residence in Woodland Park, Dustin Stewart was arrested on a felony warrant and charged with unlawful dis-

tribution, unlawful possession of a con-trolled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Three others in the residence, Isabella Giese, Nicole Lowe and Mercedes Quevil-lon, were detained, interviewed and re-leased, with no charges against them.

“We passed the information (about the arrests) on to Metro Vice and Nar-cotics in Colorado Springs; they can see who these people might be connected to,” said Police Chief Bob Larson. “Coca plants and opium poppies aren’t grown in the United States - they came from somewhere else.”

The cocaine and heroin taken in the raid were powdered, Larson said. “The drugs have to be imported and that usu-ally involves a criminal organization,” he said. “By the time it gets down to the retail level, it’s somebody buying it from somebody and selling it to our friends and neighbors.”

Deputy Chief Miles DeYoung added, “These are people dealing small amounts of drugs,” he said. “We’ve probably had 15 arrests for heroin in the last 12 months. We’re not getting massive amounts.”

In the end, the crux of the issue was the traffi c stop. “The illegal left hand turn was the most dangerous thing that hap-pened from a public-safety point,” Lar-son said. “Obviously drugs are important and have public-safety implications but the guy who’s driving that car in that situ-ation, with those two children in it…”

Brothers plead guilty to wildlife charges By Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has conclud-ed a three-year long poaching investigation involving a Kansas man who owns property in Teller County and his brother, who re-sides in Pagosa Springs.

Kansan William Hessman, 55, and his brother Torry Hessman, 47, have pleaded guilty to several wildlife charges after wild-life offi cers found evidence that the two had set up bait sites for big game and other wild-life species.

The case originated in Aug. 2011 when Teller County District Wildlife Manager Tonya Sharp fi rst received information from a resident about a bait site located near the Gold Camp Subdivision and the Pike Na-tional Forest. Sharp searched the location, which was located on William Hessman’s property, and discovered hay, a mineral block and a large metal stock tank.

“If it wasn’t for this person’s tip we may never have discovered that this was going on,” Sharp said. “We have a lot of ground to cover so it’s always helpful to have another

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Brothers plead guilty to wildlife charges By Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has conclud-ed a three-year long poaching investigation involving a Kansas man who owns property in Teller County and his brother, who re-sides in Pagosa Springs.

Kansan William Hessman, 55, and his brother Torry Hessman, 47, have pleaded guilty to several wildlife charges after wild-life offi cers found evidence that the two had set up bait sites for big game and other wild-life species.

The case originated in Aug. 2011 when Teller County District Wildlife Manager Tonya Sharp fi rst received information from a resident about a bait site located near the Gold Camp Subdivision and the Pike Na-tional Forest. Sharp searched the location, which was located on William Hessman’s property, and discovered hay, a mineral block and a large metal stock tank.

“If it wasn’t for this person’s tip we may never have discovered that this was going on,” Sharp said. “We have a lot of ground to cover so it’s always helpful to have another

set of eyes out there.” Nearly a year later Sharp received a report

of another bait site located one mile east of the residence and in the Pike National For-est. This report also came from a concerned resident who was using the parcel for graz-ing cattle. The site contained hay, a mineral block and a large blue molasses lick tub.

“Again, a situation we would not likely have been aware of if it wasn’t for this per-son reaching out to us to let us know,” she said.

Because of those two tips, wildlife of-fi cers conducted surveillance over three years, through Sept. 2013. The investiga-tion involved 14 Colorado Parks and Wild-life offi cers as well as offi cers with Kansas Parks and Wildlife. It was determined that the two bait sites were related as well as a third bait site discovered by District Wild-life Manager Steve Cooley and Area Wildlife Manager Cory Chick. Ultimately, a total of six bait sites were located both on private property and on federal lands. A search war-rant of William’s property on Sept. 14, 2013, resulted in more evidence and the addition of several new charges.

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Florissant Fossil Beds to waive entrance feesNo cost on President’s Day WeekendFor the Courier

Florissant Fossil Beds National Monu-ment along with America’s 405 other na-tional park units will waive entrance fees from Feb. 14 through Monday, Feb. 16 in honor of Presidents Day Weekend.

Come and enjoy your park! Consider starting your visit in the Monument’s visi-tor center where you can view the park film “Shadows of the Past,” explore hands-on exhibits, and visit the recently remodeled bookstore.

Children can earn their Junior Ranger badge or patch through the free, Junior Ranger program.

If hiking is more your style, enjoy one of

the many secluded trails at the park. There are 14 miles of trails that wind through the peaceful, montane forests of the Florissant valley.

The Monument also has two picnic ar-eas where you can enjoy an outdoor lunch.

Florissant Fossil Beds National Monu-ment is open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m..

During this fee-free weekend, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument will offer visitors the opportunity to participate in a variety of ranger guided programs and oth-er activities:

Saturday, Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day:10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join Ranger Scott for a

guided hike on part of the Boulder Creek and Hornbek Wildlife Loop Trails. The total distance for the hike will be 5 miles. Dress in layers and bring snacks, water, etc.

Meet at the visitor center at 10 a.m. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.The Great Backyard Bird

Count. Join the Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds and partners and participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count.

Hike with expert birders and learn how to find and identify birds. Your results will become part of a long-term ongoing scien-tific study. Birding groups leave at 9:00AM, 10:30AM, and 1 p.m. There will also be crafts and hands-on activities for kids and families throughout the day. Come to the Visitor Center to find out more information.

6 to 8 p.m. Night Sky Program: Romance is Written in the Stars. Join us as we share some of the epic love stories from constel-lation mythology. Then take a stroll by star-light to see the constellations themselves, and the cosmic treasures hidden within them. Featured objects in the telescopes include the Pleiades Star Cluster, the Great Orion Nebula, and the king of the planets, Jupiter. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Sunday, Feb. 15: 1 to 3 p.m. PM Join geologist Dr. Bob

Carnein,for a fun, hands-on demonstration to see how paleontologists uncover tiny leaf and insect fossils at Florissant Fossil Beds. Meet in the visitor center any time between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m..

Monday, Feb. 16:1 to 3 p.m. Bring your rocks to be iden-

tified!, Geologist Dr. Bob Carnein will be available to identify all of the cool rocks you have lying around your house, closet, or garage. You can also learn about the rocks of the Florissant valley. Meet in the visitor center any time between 1 to 3 p.m.

To learn more about fee-free days in na-tional parks around the country in 2015, go to nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm.

For additional information visit the park’s website at nps.gov/flfo or call at (719) 748 – 3253.

February Programs set at Mueller State ParkFor the Courier

Enjoying the snow is the theme for pro-grams this month at Mueller State Park. Sev-eral snowshoe hikes for beginners or experi-enced snowshoers are being offered. Visitors need to bring their own snowshoes, or rent them from local shops, but can get instruc-tions on how to hike safely and easily.

Other winter activities available at Muel-ler include cross country skiing and sledding. The park hosts a few grassy hills that are per-fect for sledding and family fun! Call the Visi-tor Center or check the website for snow con-ditions first 719-687-2366.

The cabins at Mueller are great for a couple days of outdoor activities by day, and warm and cozy family get-togethers overnight. The two, three, and four bedroom cabins have discounted rates this winter through May 14, excluding holidays. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-678-2267.

Following are the guided programs for

February:

Saturday, Feb. 7 Hike: Homestead Trail 9:15 a.m. Meet at the Homestead Trailhead Join Volunteer Naturalist Nancy Remmler on this 2 mile hike through forest, meadows and rock formations on the Homestead Trail. Bring your snowshoes if there’s enough snow!

Sunday, Feb. 8 Sunday Snowshoe Series 9:15 a.m. Meet at Elk Meadow Trailhead Join Volunteer Naturalist Felicia Mendygral for a snowshoe hike for beginners and experienced snowshoers. Time and details see below. Learn all you need to know about snowshoeing! Please call the Visitor Center for Snowshoe Info to learn more about where you can rent, what you should pack, etc. If there is no snow we will hike instead. Please be sure to bring poles and spikes for icy spots.

Beginners — plan to arrive at 9:15 a.m. In the lesson we will cover Safety, Stretching,

Trail Courtesy, Walking and Maneuvering on your snowshoes and how to get up from a fall. While on the snowshoe hike we will look for examples of when you would need Bridge over obstacles, what Traps to look out for, how to Climb and go downhill and when you need to the Share the lead. Experienced snowshoeing enthusiast - we will be leaving the trail head at 10am sharp.

Saturday, Feb. 21 Hike: Outlook Ridge Trail 9:15 a.m. Meet at the Outlook Ridge Trailhead Join Volunteer Naturalist Nancy Remmler on this 2+ mile hike on the Outlook Ridge Trail. Hike through forests and out to overlooks to view the mountain ranges to the west! Bring your snowshoes if there’s enough snow!

Saturday, Feb. 28 Celebrate Winter! Join us for a day full of win-ter activities! Go on a hike, learn about winter, and enjoy a beautiful day in the mountains!

Snowshoe Hike to Wapiti and Beyond 9:15 a.m. Meet at the Visitor Center Join Volunteer Naturalists Felicia and Joe Mendygral for a snowshoe hike for beginners and experienced snowshoers. Learn about snowshoeing and avalanche safety! Please call the Visitor Center for Snowshoe Info to learn more about where you can rent, what you should pack, etc. If there is no snow we will hike instead. Please be sure to bring poles

and spikes for icy spots.The Science of Snowflakes

10 a.m. In the Visitor Center Auditorium Discover the science that creates Snowflakes! Weather, temperature, moisture all play a part in designing the delicate works of art we call snowflakes! The slide show will include photos of real flakes.

Make Snowflakes – for the kids. 10:30 a.m. In the Visitor Center Auditorium Bring the kids for a fun snowflake-making craft session! Learn the shapes of real snow-flakes and make some to take home. With Volunteer Naturalists Rose and Kimberly Banzhaf.

Hike: Animals in Winter 11:30 a.m. Meet at Outlook Ridge Trailhead Join Volunteer Naturalist Carole Larkey for a hike through the forest to look for signs of animals and learn how they survive outside during the winter.

Snowshoe Hike: Elk Meadow Loop 1 p.m. Meet at Elk Meadow Trailhead Join Volunteer Naturalists Kimberly and Rose Banzhaf on a snowshoe hike through forests and meadows on this 2.5 mile hike. Bring your own snowshoes!

Vehicles entering the park must have a $7 daily or $70 annual State Parks pass. For more information about Colorado’s state parks, see cpw.state.co.us.

State Patrol releases impaired driving statsO�cial show results of speci�c tracking of marijuana related citationsBy For the Tribune and Courier

In 2014, the Colorado State Patrol saw a new era of impaired driving enter into our state. In an attempt to document the trends, Colonel Scott Hernandez, Chief of the Colorado State Patrol ordered the spe-cific tracking of marijuana related citations.

A summary of the 2014 DUI/DUID data is as follows.

* 5,546 citations were issued for DUI/DUID driving actions.

* 354 citations were issued for DUID driving actions where marijuana was the only indicator.

* 674 citations were issued for DUI/DUID driving actions were marijuana was one of the indicators.

* The 12 month average for citations re-lated to marijuana was 12.2% of the total DUI/DUID citations.

* January, April, and December were the three highest months for citations involv-ing marijuana usage as a percentage of the overall DUI/DUID citations issued.

* 75% of the 2014 DUI/DUID citations issued were the result of proactive motorist contacts.

When asked about the 2014 data Colo-nel Hernandez said, “The efforts made in

2014 highlight the Colorado State Patrol’s commitment to the citizens of Colorado to make the safe travel along all roads a prior-ity. I am proud of these efforts and will con-tinue to work with our troopers to ensure the safety of all citizens and visitors of our wonderful state.” To date, the CSP has over 540 Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) trained troopers and 61 Drug Recognition Experts (DRE).

“Clearly this arrest data underscores the need for CDOT’s Drive High, Get a DUI campaign in 2015,” says Amy Ford, CDOT spokesperson.

A CDOT study last year found that 43% ofmarijuanaconsumers in Colorado said it was okay to drive high. After our education campaign, a new CDOT study showed that 21% of recreationalmarijuanaconsumers still didn’t know you can get a DUI and 57% of those who usedmarijuanadrove within 2 hours after consuming it. “We won’t be sat-isfied until everyone in Colorado takes driv-ing high seriously so the need for awareness and education is paramount,” says Ford.

As the Colorado State Patrol enters 2015, we are encouraged by the efforts made throughout the state by every law enforce-ment officer to reduce the number of im-paired drivers making the decision to drive on Colorado roadways. In 2015, the Colora-do State Patrol will continue to collect data and investigate trends that will enable our agency to better adapt to the rapidly chang-ing impaired driving attitude in Colorado.


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Florissant Fossil Beds to waive entrance feesSunday, Feb. 15: 1 to 3 p.m. PM Join geologist Dr. Bob

Carnein,for a fun, hands-on demonstration to see how paleontologists uncover tiny leaf and insect fossils at Florissant Fossil Beds. Meet in the visitor center any time between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m..

Monday, Feb. 16:1 to 3 p.m. Bring your rocks to be iden-

tified!, Geologist Dr. Bob Carnein will be available to identify all of the cool rocks you have lying around your house, closet, or garage. You can also learn about the rocks of the Florissant valley. Meet in the visitor center any time between 1 to 3 p.m.

To learn more about fee-free days in na-tional parks around the country in 2015, go to nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm.

For additional information visit the park’s website at nps.gov/flfo or call at (719) 748 – 3253.

February Programs set at Mueller State Parkno snow we will hike instead. Please be sure to bring poles and spikes for icy spots.

The Science of Snowflakes 10 a.m. In the Visitor Center Auditorium Discover the science that creates Snow-flakes! Weather, temperature, moisture all play a part in designing the delicate works of art we call snowflakes! The slide show will include photos of real flakes.

Make Snowflakes – for the kids. 10:30 a.m. In the Visitor Center Auditorium Bring the kids for a fun snowflake-making craft session! Learn the shapes of real snow-flakes and make some to take home. With Volunteer Naturalists Rose and Kimberly Banzhaf.

Hike: Animals in Winter 11:30 a.m. Meet at Outlook Ridge Trailhead Join Volunteer Naturalist Carole Larkey for a hike through the forest to look for signs of animals and learn how they survive outside during the winter.

Snowshoe Hike: Elk Meadow Loop 1 p.m. Meet at Elk Meadow Trailhead Join Volunteer Naturalists Kimberly and Rose Banzhaf on a snowshoe hike through forests and meadows on this 2.5 mile hike. Bring your own snowshoes!

Vehicles entering the park must have a $7 daily or $70 annual State Parks pass. For more information about Colorado’s state parks, see cpw.state.co.us.

State Patrol releases impaired driving stats

2014 highlight the Colorado State Patrol’s commitment to the citizens of Colorado to make the safe travel along all roads a prior-ity. I am proud of these efforts and will con-tinue to work with our troopers to ensure the safety of all citizens and visitors of our wonderful state.” To date, the CSP has over 540 Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) trained troopers and 61 Drug Recognition Experts (DRE).

“Clearly this arrest data underscores the need for CDOT’s Drive High, Get a DUI campaign in 2015,” says Amy Ford, CDOT spokesperson.

A CDOT study last year found that 43% ofmarijuanaconsumers in Colorado said it was okay to drive high. After our education campaign, a new CDOT study showed that 21% of recreationalmarijuanaconsumers still didn’t know you can get a DUI and 57% of those who usedmarijuanadrove within 2 hours after consuming it. “We won’t be sat-isfied until everyone in Colorado takes driv-ing high seriously so the need for awareness and education is paramount,” says Ford.

As the Colorado State Patrol enters 2015, we are encouraged by the efforts made throughout the state by every law enforce-ment officer to reduce the number of im-paired drivers making the decision to drive on Colorado roadways. In 2015, the Colora-do State Patrol will continue to collect data and investigate trends that will enable our agency to better adapt to the rapidly chang-ing impaired driving attitude in Colorado.

Kids gear up to readBy Pat [email protected]

In a time when collaboration is recog-nized as an effective teaching tool, one that spawns creativity, an evening devoted to literacy reflects the efficacy of working to-gether.

Parents and students from Columbine, Gateway and Summit elementary schools gathered Jan. 27 at Gateway in Woodland Park to play literary games, read, write po-etry and do artistic projects.

With a theme based on vehicle terms, such as “Power Up Your Engines with Po-etry, or “Driving Away with State Testing,” where parents were able to view samples of state tests, and a game called “Fast Track,” the names were intended to convey a mes-sage about literacy.

Sponsored by the Pikes Peak Interna-

tional Reading Association, the schools and the district, Gearing Up for Literacy! attracted more than 300 students and par-ents. Each child took home a book provided by the association.

“The goal of this was, not only to have children engaged in literacy activities, but also to have their parents come on board, engage with them and see the activities,” said Claudia Miller, fifth-grade teacher at Columbine and board member of PPIRA. “The evening was intended to spawn inter-est and provide a background for parents to carry on literacy at home. That was the big picture of it.”

The evening highlighted the district’s focus on encouraging a love of reading and writing. “It was the most beautiful evening, the most collaborative experience that I’ve had since I’ve been here. And Gateway was a wonderful host for us.”

MILESTONES

Lake GeorgeLaura Sue Davis, of Lake George, was

named to the fall 2014 dean’s honor roll at Fort Hays State University. Davis is a senior majoring in elementary education.

Amanda Matthews, of Woodland Park, was named to the fall 2014 dean’s list at Northern Arizona University. Matthews is a 2014 graduate of Woodland Park High School. She is attending the university on

a tuition scholarship from the school of music, majoring in vocal music educa-tion. Amanda is the daughter of Randy and Andrea Matthews, of Woodland Park.

Woodland ParkElizabeth Burg, of Woodland Park,

graduated with a bachelor’s degree in arts and sciences from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

EDITOR’S NOTE: To add or update a club listing, e-mail [email protected].

POLITICAL

TELLER COUNTY Democratic Party (TellerDems) invites inter-ested persons to attend its 2014 informational and educational programs, as well as community events. For details about the TellerDems calendar of activities, call Mrs. Ellen Haase, 719-687-1813.

TELLER COUNTY Republicans meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Pikes Peak Comyomunity Center in Divide next to the Conoco. Come and help set the course for conservative thinking and direction in Teller County, Colorado, and the nation. Additional information at http://www.teller-gop.org.

TRANSPORTATION’S LOCAL Coordinating Council of Teller County meets at 9 a.m. on the third Monday of each month at the Aspen Mine Center in Cripple Creek. This meeting is open to the public and all are welcome to attend.

PROFESSIONAL

DIVIDE CHAMBER of Commerce. Contact president Lisa Lee at 719-686-7587 for meeting dates and times.

COMPUTER CLASSES. The Woodland Park Public Library o�ers computer basics, Internet basics, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Digital Photo Management classes. Some classes have prerequisites, and registration is required for all. Call 719-687-9281, ext. 106 to register.

PIKES PEAK Workforce Center o�ers monthly classes on topics such as resume writing, interview skills and more. Workshops are free and take place at the main o�ce, 1675 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 1107, Colorado Springs. Call 719-667-3730 or go to www.ppwfc.org.

TELLER BUSINESS Builders meets at 7 a.m. Mondays at the Hungry Bear, 111 E. Midland Ave., in Woodland Park. The group helps local businesses through cooperative marketing, profes-sional education and trusted relationships. Call Gail Wingerd at 719-686-1076 or send e-mail to [email protected] or Mike Hazelwood at 719-473-5008

TELLER NETWORKING Team meet from 7:45-8:45 a.m. Thursdays at Denny’s Restaurant in Woodland Park. TNT is a lo-cal businesses owners networking group working to pass leads and help each others’ businesses grow. Join us to learn more or call Vickie at 719-748-1274.

RECREATION

ART CLASSES are o�ered year-round at Shanika Studio for ages 13 and older. Classes focus on traditional oil painting skills, but also include other artistic mediums including drawing, watercolor, acrylic and mixed media. Classes are two and a half hours and are o�ered Mondays, Thursdays or Saturdays. Days may change to meet students’ needs. Classes are taught by professional artist Kenneth Shanika. Contact 303-647-1085, [email protected] or www.ShanikaFineArts.com.

CHRISTIAN YOGA is o�ered at 5 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Sundays at Corner Street, 500 E. Midland Ave. in Woodland Park. Mindfullness-centered practice aimed at relaxation, focus, gentle movement. Contact Chrissy Bensen, with bStill Integra-tive Wellness LLC at 719-510-2743 (www.bStillyoga.com) before attending for the �rst time to reserve a spot; after that, just drop in. Cost is $7 per class.

FLORISSANT GRANGE Hall is available for events includ-ing weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and memorials. The Florissant Grange Hall, also known as the Old School House in

Florissant, is a historic building built in 1887 and 1888. School started in the school in 1889 and continued through 1960, which creates an interesting historic atmosphere. The Old School House sits on 2-plus acres and weather permitting the grounds can be used as well. Call 719-748-5004 and leave a message to arrange a time to visit the Grange Hall and reserve this space for your event.

EVERY THURSDAY all year the Florissant Grange Hall (The Old School House) is open from 6-9 pm for the Jammers Music and Pot Luck. This is a happening place to be on Thursday evenings. Sometimes we have more musicians than people and sometimes we have more people than the hall can hold, but no matter what, we have fun and great music and fabulous food. All musicians are welcome to join in the jam session and if you are not a musician, come for the social evening out. Call 719-748-0358.

YOGA AT Shining Mountain Studio with Nancy Stannard. Safe, fun and empowering; accessible to all �tness levels. Ongoing classes are 5:30 p.m. Wednesday (intermediate); 9 a.m. Thurs-day (gentle beginner); and 10 a.m. Saturday (intermediate). Contact Nancy at gentleyoga4healing.com before �rst class and see gentleyoga4healing.com for more information.

GET IN shape with a parks and recreation �tness membership. The center o�ers Paramount and Nautilus equipment and free weights. Schedule a personalized �tness orientation and have an individual workout program designed for your �tness needs. Individuals ages 16 and older are welcome to become �tness members. Minors require signed parental permission. Corporate memberships are available. Call 719-689-3514.

FRONT RANGE Fencing Club. Learn to fence class for children and adults. Meets at Discovery Canyon Campus. Visit http://frontrangefencing.tripod.com/ Advanced competitive lessons available too.

HEALTHIER LIVING Colorado, Diabetes Self-Management Workshop. Learn the skills needed to manage your diabe-tes. Teller County Public Health and Community Partnership Family Resource Center o�er six-week classes to help you with the challenges of living with this ongoing health condition. Par-ticipants learn how to control their blood glucose, prevent com-plications, and cope with the stress of having a chronic health condition. Call Teller County Public Health at 719-687-6416 or visit www.cpteller.org or www.co.teller.co.us/PublicHealth for information and a list of classes in your neighborhood. Sug-gested donation $35.

JAM NIGHT. The Grange Hall is open from 6-9 p.m. every Thursday for the Jammers music and potluck. This is a great night and the place to be on Thursdays. The music is always di�erent depending on who and how many musicians show up. We always have fun, good food and dancing. All musicians are welcome to join in the jam session. If you are not a musi-cian, come for a social evening out to meet other community members. Call 719-748-0358.

KARATE PLUS meets at 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Woodland Park Community Church and at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Lake George Bible Church. The class includes Japanese karate and jujitsu, Okinawan weapons, padded sparring and Judo throws. Self-defense is also taught. The program is Bible-based. Black belt instruction. KP has been in the Ute Pass area for more than 16 years. Low rates. Ages 5 through adult. Two free lessons. For more information call Ken at 719-687-1436. KP is nonpro�t and non-denominational.

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Commissioners formally accept Jones Park property County ownership preserves public access to popular open space area By For the Courier and Tribune

The Board of El Paso County Commis-sioners last week formally accepted the transfer of the 1192-acre Jones Park area from Colorado Springs Utilities to El Paso County for parks and open space purposes.

The Jones Park area originally developed along with the 1859 Gold Rush. At one time there were toll roads, rental cabins and fi sh-ing ponds established in the area to serve travelers on one of the fi rst routes to Pikes Peak. Jones Park hiking trails remain popu-

lar with local residents although it has been technically “off limits” because of the close proximity of the trails to Bear Creek which has been identifi ed as a home to the Green-back Cutthroat Trout, which is on the EPA list of “threatened species.”

“This is truly a historic and scenic trea-sure and we greatly appreciate the Colorado Springs City Council’s support for maintain-ing local ownership,” said Commissioner Sallie Clark, whose District 3 includes the Jones Park area. “In conveying Jones Park to El Paso County, City Council has recognized that we will work diligently through long es-tablished partnerships with the U.S. Forest Service and many local stakeholders to ad-dress environmental concerns and re-open Jones Park to a variety of recreational uses.

This is just an amazing property, our intent is to keep it in its natural state and open it up with proper management and appropri-ate access to address the environmental concerns.”

Community Services Director Tim Wolken noted that acquisition of the Jones Property is consistent with the County’s Strategic Plan and Parks Master Plan. “We look to preserve open space which has unique cultural, historic and natural re-sources,” Wolken said. “With the creek running through the area and its unique history it certainly fi ts within those guide-lines.” The county will place a conservation easement over the property to assure that it will remain public open space in perpetu-ity. Initial funding for improvements to area

will come from 1A Park funds that were re-cently approved by voters, as well as El Paso County Parks Development funds and a grant from the Colorado Water Conserva-tion Board (CWCB) which will be trans-ferred to the County from Colorado Springs Utilities.

El Paso County has a successful history of managing sites similar to Jones Park and has received national recognition for its parks planning process. It collaborates reg-ularly with non-profi t groups like the Rocky Mountain Field Institute and Mile High Youth Corps to complete construction, restoration and management of multi-use trail systems and looks forward to involving non-profi t organizations with Jones Park trail improvement projects.

The Board of El Paso County Commissioners last week formally accepted the transfer of the 1192-acre Jones Park area from Colorado Springs Utilities to El Paso County for parks and open space purposes. Courtesy photo

Pikes Peak Singers mentor TC students By Sta� report

The Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale

returns to Teller County from 1 to 5 p.m. Feb. 5 for a residency at Summit Elementary School. The residency will feature the Chil-dren’s Chorale’s premiere treble ensemble,

the Pikes Peak Singers, working with stu-dents from Gateway, Columbine, and Sum-mit elementary schools and will culminate in a concert, at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 5 at Summit. This concert is free and open to the public.

The day-long residency will expose lo-cal students to an intensive glimpse of the Children’s Chorale’s unique philosophy of choral performance, which includes rigor-ous interpretation of the text, fun choreog-raphy, and the idea that every performer and every performance can offer a deep and compelling experience for the audi-ence.

The Children’s Chorale also works to im-prove the whole performer, instilling in ev-ery singer a set of values that stress personal responsibility, accountability, respectful-ness, open-mindedness, strong leadership capabilities, and an awareness of the role

we all play in the global community.Teller county students can look forward

to spending a fun afternoon with the Pikes Peak Singers exploring three areas of focus.

First and foremost, the residency will fo-cus on musical phrasing and how to shape a line of song to tell the story. Complement-ing this work on musical phrasing will be a focus on dramatic expression, whereby singers will learn how to pair their perfor-mance to the music.

As well, Teller County’s young sing-ers will learn choreography by dancing to Rockin’ Robbin. These young singers are going to put on a fantastic show, however, the local community plays a crucial role in helping realize the full potential of this event. The best possible outcome for these young singers is a large enthusiastic crowd, so please consider attending.

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Commissioners formally accept Jones Park propertywill come from 1A Park funds that were re-cently approved by voters, as well as El Paso County Parks Development funds and a grant from the Colorado Water Conserva-tion Board (CWCB) which will be trans-ferred to the County from Colorado Springs Utilities.

El Paso County has a successful history of managing sites similar to Jones Park and has received national recognition for its parks planning process. It collaborates reg-ularly with non-profit groups like the Rocky Mountain Field Institute and Mile High Youth Corps to complete construction, restoration and management of multi-use trail systems and looks forward to involving non-profit organizations with Jones Park trail improvement projects.

THE LAKE George Gem and Mineral Club Youth Program for Earth Science Education, Peblepups, meets from 6-6:45 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at the PPHS Museum on Teller 1 just o� Highway 24 on the right. The program is free to students age 8-18. Each session discusses a separate aspect of Earth science or mineral collect-ing. Warm weather will allow �eld trips on weekends. Further information from Steve Veatch 719-748-5010 or John Rakowski 719-748-3861 or at LGGMClub.org.

THE LAKE George Gem and Mineral Club meets the second Saturday of every month at the Community Center, Lake George. Meetings begin at 10 a.m. until May, when it changes to 9 a.m. to accommodate a �eld trip in conjunction with the regular meet-ing. There is always a program or �eld trip.

MOTHER BEAR Self-Defense o�ers Krav Maga classes from 9-10:30 a.m. Saturdays and by appointment on Thursdays on the second �oor of the Corner Dance Studio in Woodland Park. Mother Bear also o�ers women’s self-defense classes for groups of three or more. Contact Wendy at 719-323-7949 for information.

THE MOUNTAIN Top Cycling club holds monthly meetings for bicyclist of all types and skill levels. The club meets at di�erent locations on the �rst Tuesday of the month. Membership fee is $25 for individual and $40 for family. We have guest speakers, presentations and door prizes. The meeting is from 7-8 p.m. Social time at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.mountaintopcyclingclub.com or write us Mountain Top Cycling Club P.O.Box 843 Woodland Park CO 80866. For more information, call Debbie at 719-689-3435.

PIKES PEAK Plein Air Painters o�ers year-round artistic activities, painting on locations, social activities pertaining to the visual arts and art shows. The group is open to anyone interested in learning to paint or to improve their painting skills. Contact Kenneth Shanika at 303-647-1085 or [email protected], or go to www.PikesPeakPleinAirPainters.com

TAI CHI is o�ered for free at 9 a.m. Mondays at the Florissant Public Library. Call 719-748-3549 or Margaret McKinney, 719-748-5141

TAI CHI is o�ered every Wednesday at Florissant/Four Mile Fire Department. Call Meridel Gatterman, 719-689-5861.

TAI CHI is o�ered from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Woodland Park Library, in the downstairs resource room. Call Cheryl Koc, 719-687-2633 or Judy Ross at 719-686-9122.

TAI CHI is o�ered from 9-10 a.m. Fridays at the Woodland Park Library, in the downstairs community room. Call Penny Brandt, 719-687-1848 or Judy Ross at 719-686-9122.

TAI CHI, Sun Style 73 Forms, is o�ered from 10-11 a.m. Fridays at the Woodland Park Library, in the downstairs community room. Call Cheryl Koc, 719-687-2633.

TELLER COUNTY Shooting Society, an organization establishing a new gun range in Teller County, meets the second Saturday of every other month at the Divide Community Center and the Elks Club in Victor. The club has 52 members and expects to grow substantially once ground breaks in the spring. All of the political hurdles are completed and all of the necessary applications have all been approved. Go to www.tcss-co.org.

THERAPEUTIC YOGA-BASED stress-reduction classes o�ered from 5-6 p.m. Sun-days in Woodland Park. Welcoming, fun, and a�ordable. Cost is $7 per class. See www.bStillcounseling.com or contact Chrissy Bensen, MA-MFT, 719-510-2743 for details.

TELLER COUNTY 4-H Shooting Sports Club meets the �rst Sunday of each month at the Pikes Peak Community Club (PPCC) in Divide at 4 p.m. 4-H projects/disciplines covered by the club: .22 and Air Ri�e, Archery, Shotgun, and Air Pistol. For more information about the club meetings or project/discipline practices, contact Bob Tyler, 719-748-1335 or [email protected]. For 4-H enrollment contact Mark Platten at 719-686-7961.

THURSDAY NIGHT Beginners Book Study meets from 7-8 p.m. Thursdays at Wood-land Park Community Church. Email [email protected] for information.

UTE PASS Historical Society o�ers free tours (donations gratefully accepted) of His-tory Park every second Saturday of the month from June through September. History Park is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come tour our old buildings, and learn some of the history of Ute Pass. We also o�er a walking tour of Woodland Park which meets at the Museum Center at 10:30. The Museum Center at History Park is located at 231 E. Henrietta Avenue in Woodland Park, next to the library. For information, contact UPHS at 719-686-7512 or check out our website: www.utepasshistoricalsociety.org. Also, like us on Facebook.

UTE PASS Historical Society Main O�ce and book store are open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays in the Museum Center building at History Park, 231 E. Henrietta, next to the Woodland Park Library. Tours of History Park are available during these hours. A $5 donations is appreciated. Call 719-686-7512 at least 15 minutes before a tour. Go to utepasshistoricalsociety.org.

WOODLAND PARK Ceili Club hast monthly ceilis (“kay-lees”), which is Irish for a dance party. The purpose is to bring social Irish dance to the Teller County community. These ceilis are open to the public, with no dance experience required. The dances are taught as part of the event. Visit www.mountaineire.org and see the Ceili Club tab, or call 686-1325.

UTE PASS Saddle Club, providing community camaraderie among humans and horses since 1947, sponsors gymkhanas, jackpots, dances, barbecues, parades, trail rides and more. Join us. Contact [email protected]. Visit www.UtePass-SaddleClub.org.

WOODLAND PARK Wind Symphony, under the direction of Craig Harms, rehearses at 7 p.m. Tuesdays in the Woodland Park Middle School band room. All instrumental musicians are welcome. Visit www.woodlandparkwindsymphony.com to learn more about this ensemble and other musical groups which are part of the Woodland Park Wind Symphony, Woodland Winds, Woodland Brass Quintet and Brass Choir and the Swing Factory Big Band. Craig can also be reached at 719-687-2210.

YOGA CLASSES are o�ered at 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, with a senior class at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, at the Florissant Grange, 2009 County Road 31. Certi�ed instruc-tor. Everyone welcome. Call Debbie at 719-748-3678 for information.

YOGA CLASSES are o�ered in Woodland Park. All levels are welcome. Contact Mi-chelle Truscelli at 719-505-5011 or check out www.shakti3yoga.com for information.

YOGA FOR Every Body 2014 yoga classes o�ered at various locations in the Pikes Peak area. All classes free or by donation. Call Stacy for more information at 719-689-5745 or email [email protected].

XINGYI IS o�ered from 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays at the Woodland Park Recreation Center. Must be 18 or older. Contact Je� at 816-260-8595 for information.

SOCIAL

A COURSE in Miracles classes meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays in Woodland Park. Call 719-286-8421 or e-mail [email protected] for information.

A PEACE Visioning You may think you are limited in your ability to improve conditions on earth. Nothing is further from the truth. You can be an instrument for change by adding to the love and peace sent worldwide from the peace visioning circle - either

silently, verbally, or visually. The circle is for people from all walks of life with a passion to bring unity and light into our world. We gather at 10:30 a.m. every Saturday in Woodland Park. Contact Barbara Royal, CSD, 719-687-6823 or [email protected].

ABOVE THE Clouds Cruisers meet the �rst Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at 1120 West Bowman Ave., Woodland Park. For information contact Marsh at 719-687-1058.

AMERICAN LEGION Post 1980 Woodland Park meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at Grange Hall on Hwy 67, about three miles north of the US-24/Hwy-67 junction in Woodland Park. Visit http://post1980.org.

AMERICAN LEGION Post 171 meets at 6 p.m. the �rst Thursday of each month at the Post Building, 400 East Carr Ave. in Cripple Creek. All local veterans are invited to check us out.

ART RECEPTION Today is planned for the second Friday of the month and will feature a di�erent artist at Park State Bank in Woodland Park.

BILL HARPER, as seen on the Grand Ole Opry, performs 4-7 p.m. every Saturday at Oney’s Restaurant in Florissant. Enjoy old country classic music in a family friendly atmosphere.

CC&V COFFEE Club meets at 10 a.m. Mondays at the Cripple Creek and Victor Gold Mining Company Visitor Center, 371 E. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek. Chat with friends over a cup of co�ee, or network with businesspeople. Not just co�ee, but also refresh-ments and free Wi-Fi will be provided as you sit and visit with others and get the latest community news, or mining information. Refreshment donations will be given to the Aspen Mine Center. Contact the CC&V Visitor Center at 719-689-2341, or Brad Poulson at 719-689-4052 for more information.

COLORADO MOUNTED Rangers Troop “B” is looking for civic minded people who wish to volunteer and contribute to their community. We primarily serve Teller and Park counties, and assist other troops throughout the state. Troop B meets at 6 p.m.

the �rst Thursday of each month at the Highland Bible Church, 800 Research Drive, Woodland Park. We are an all-volunteer organization that is recognized as an auxiliary law enforcement agency by the state of Colorado. We assist law enforcement agencies, forest service, and search and rescue organizations. Experience is not necessary, just a willingness to contribute to your community. To volunteer, or for more information, contact us through www.coloradoranger.org.

COLORADO MOUNTED Rangers Troop “I” is looking for responsible and dedicated volunteers who want to make a di�erence serving their community. You are invited to our monthly meeting the �rst Friday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Pikes Peak National Bank, in the upstairs conference room, 2401 W. Colorado Ave, on the corner of Colorado Ave and 24th Street. Free parking is available for the meeting in the bank employee parking lot on the south side of the bank’s drive-up facility. Visit http://itroop.coloradoranger.org or e-mail [email protected].

CRIPPLE CREEK Friendship Club meets from 1-3 p.m. at the Henry C. “June” Hack Arena in City Park. The club is free and o�ers an opportunity to meet with acquain-tances and make new friends.

DIVIDE PLAYGROUP meets from 9-10: 30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Com-munity Partnership in Divide. Ffdd program. Call 686-0705 more more info. Drop-ins welcome.

DOLL LOVERS of Teller County are invited to meetings at 10:30 a.m. the �rst Thurs-day of every month at the Village at Skyline. It’s free. A variety of programs include the study of antiques, and vintage and modern dolls. Everyone older than age 12 is welcome. Call Nancy at 719-390-8098.

FLORISSANT GRANGE No. 420 meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month. The grange continues to o�er the Florissant Jammers every Thursday for a potluck din-ner at 6 p.m. followed by the music of the great Jammers until 9 p.m. All are welcome to come to the Grange. Call 719-748-0358.

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OPINIONY O U R S & O U R S

Train wreck: What is the worst thing that can happen? “And there is the headlight, shining far

down the track, glinting off the steel rails that, like all parallel lines, will meet in in-finity, which is after all, where this train is going.” __ Bruce Catton

It is a characteristic of speech to call almost the worst thing that can happen “a train wreck.” Maybe that is why, when I’m feeling pessimistic, I wonder about them.

Driving to work every day I look at the window. In the distance, I might see a train off to the left, and it offers a sort of comfort. In fact, one day last week, I saw three trains at once, each going about its business, or waiting on a siding while the other passed. There is something about a train traveling down the tracks in its own direction, on its own schedule, that provides its own sort of reassurance.

But when things go wrong, they go horribly wrong.

A few miles from where I live, in a long-ago time, the worst thing that can happen, did.

“A frightful collision occurred on the Denver and Rio Grande one and one-half miles below Palmer Lake yesterday afternoon about two o’clock, between two extra engines, in which Engineer Hart and Fireman C.F. Fogle lost their lives. The accident was said to have been caused by the carelessness of the two

men named and their lives paid the pen-alty,” according to the Thursday, August 21, 1890, Rocky Mountain News.

“Engine 581, with a pile driver and a caboose attached, left Husted, nine miles below Palmer Lake, about 1:30 o’clock with orders to run through Palmer Lake. At the same time, Engine 258, in charge of Engineer Hart and Fire-man Fogle, was given orders to run extra from Palmer Lake to Husted and protect against Engine 581. By the word protect it was meant that they should watch out for the northbound engine and in case where could not see ahead, the fireman was to go ahead with a flag until a clear stretch of track was reached. The track between Palmer Lake and Monument is very tortuous and winding with frequent cuts and great caution has always been observed, especially work engines and trains running as those were yesterday. Engineer Hart, and his fireman, it is pre-sumed, believed that they could reach

Monument in time to meet Engine 581, or that they would meet it on the clear track just north of that point. In this supposition they were mistaken and as a result the collision occurred.”

According to reports, the engineer and fireman from the northbound train were able to leap to safety but Hart and Fogle, headed south, were caught in the cab and crushed to death, as well as be-ing badly scalded.

“Poor Fogle was standing between the cab and the tender, just ready to jump for his life, but was caught and horribly crushed, his leg and arm being broken.” He died before his wife could be sum-moned from Husted by telegraph.

The report noted “Hart, the dead engineer, has been on the road for some time and was a very efficient man. His first and last mistake occurred yester-day.”

But unfortunately, that was not the last mistake made in that area.

Just five years later, in July of 1895, a Santa Fe freight train went through the bridge at Monument and killed four.

“An appalling wreck occurred on the Santa Fe road near Monument at 11 o’clock this morning,” according to the New York Times. “A freight train con-sisting twenty cars plunged through a

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Who are those people that parks are named a� er? Do you ever wonder how a city or

county park gets its name? I do, so I did a little research on the subject as it relates to parks in El Paso and Teller County.

Dirty Woman Creek Park in Monu-ment, for example, is named in honor of a Monument legend possibly named Mrs. Tom Salem, but that has not been documented as far as I can tell.

As the story goes, Mrs. Salem was a 1870s homesteader who lived in the area of the park - in Monument’s west side - in very sloppy style. Legend has it that pigs and other livestock shared her shack, according to accounts written by the late Monument historian Lucille Lavelett; although Lavelett does not mention Mrs. Salem by name.

Some historical reports that the dirty woman - we’ll call her Mrs. Salem - had a few scruffy children. Other notes men-tion she only had the animals. According to Lavelett, the dirty woman apparently had no help around the house as no man was ever spotted at the homestead.

While stories of mystery and intrigue aren’t associated with every park’s name, many of the people for which the parks are named have interesting back-grounds.

Fork Frick Park in the Briargate area of Colorado Springs is named after for-mer newspaper man/teacher/baseball commissioner Ford Frick.

Frick served as Major League Base-ball’s commissioner from 1951 to 1965 and maintained a home in the Broad-moor area until his death in 1978.

An Indiana farm boy, Frick came to Walsenburg in 1915 to play first base on a semipro baseball team. He moved to Colorado Springs a year later when he took a job as an English teacher at Colo-rado Springs High School (now Palmer). A year later he taught English at Colo-rado College. He also moonlighted as a sportswriter and news reporter for The Gazette.

Frick worked as a reporter for War Department during World War I and

returned to Colorado to work for the Rocky Mountain News in Denver and Evening Telegraph in Colorado Springs. That paper later merged with the Ga-zette.

Eventually, Frick went to New York, where he became a premier sportswrit-er, New York Yankees broadcaster and Babe Ruth’s ghostwriter. He took a pub-licity job with the National League in 1934 and soon was named its president. He held that position from 1934 to 1951 and oversaw the breaking of baseball’s color barrier when Jackie Robinson broke into the major’s with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Coleman Park, located near Security Service Field in Colorado Springs, is named in honor of Norman “Bulldog” Coleman.

Coleman’s prominence in Colorado Springs began in 1959 when, after mov-ing to Colorado, he became the prin-cipal owner of what is now Van Gilder Insurance based in Denver; an indepen-dent insurance agency he developed with a handful of people in Colorado Springs to a regionally based multi-mil-lion dollar enterprise.

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OBITUARIES

Richard L. Smith, 91 of Beulah, CO. passed away peacefully at home. Third of four brothers, and born in Osceola, Iowa, he was the first in his family to complete college, receiv-ing a B.S. from Iowa State University in 1949.

He served in WWII as a pilot of a C-47 transport air-craft in Europe. He farmed in Iowa following the war but later became involved in banking, ultimately retiring as president/ CEO of the First American State Bank in Ft. Dodge, Iowa.

A dedicated husband and father, he is survived by his wife of 68 years, Betty A. Smith; children, Michael L. (Joan C.) Smith, Margaret Smith (Sergio Femenias), Lucinda (Patrick) Galvin, Kyle (Marti Benson) Smith; grandchildren, Anne

Galvin, Emma Galvin, Erin Smith, Abigail Smith and Brett Smith; brother, Darrell Smith and sev-eral nieces, nephews and cousins.

Richard was most at peace beside a stream in the Colorado woodlands. We hope he is there now. Graveside Service, 1pm, Friday, February 6, 2015 at Woodland Park Cem-etery, 220 W. South Ave. in Woodland Park, CO. Please visit Richard’s memorial at www.georgemccarthyfu-neralhome.com.

SMITHRichard L. Smith

Lloyd Bolejack, 85, passed peacefully at home in Colorado Springs on Janu-ary 2, 2015 with his loving family by his side.

He was born August 17, 1929 in Golden, CO, to Clarence Albert & Zena Pearl (Reed) Bolejack.

Lloyd served in the Army in the Korean War while stationed in Japan. He was an appliance repairman for the Salvation Army and also owned his own busi-ness combined for over 50 years.

He loved camping with

his family, fishing, hunt-ing, four wheeling and being outdoors. He liked country music, spending time with his family and traveling to places he’d never been before. He loved to go sight-seeing and watching the sunsets. He was a healthy and happy man and loved life and his family above all else.

He is survived by his lov-ing wife Linda Lou (Long) Bolejack, for over 58 years; son Steven “Steve” Edward & wife Cindy and son Brett

Alan & wife, Sissy, daugh-ter Terri Lynn Bolejack; and the grandkids Logan, Megan, Nickolas, Kaleb, Brody, Gabby and Ciara. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Albert Bolejack and Harold Bolejack, and a sister, Ethel (Bolejack) Moon.

He was loved by all and will be greatly missed!

Celebration of Life Recep-tion following the service from 1:00 pm till 4:00 pm Unity Spiritual Center 1945 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs, CO

BOLEJACKLloyd Bolejack

Aug. 17, 1929 – Jan. 2, 2015

bridge near that place, burying beneath the debris the train crew, a number of tramps and several bridge carpenters who were repairing the bridge. Wreck-ing crews were quickly dispatched from Denver and Pueblo a special train from Colorado Springs with physicians. These with the citizens of Monument, worked heroically rescuing the dead and injured. One hundred and fifty feet

of trestle went down with the train. The scene under the bridge was described as most shocking, freight cars, bridge timbers, and railroad iron being a hor-rible wreck. The plunge was 50 feet to the rocks below.”

But amazingly sometimes, you could experience a big wreck with no fatal injuries, as happened in Mancos, Colo. in May of 1920.

“Twelve persons were injured, some seriously late yesterday when Train No. 5 on the Rio Grande Southern derailed at Mancos, Colo. … The train was en route from Vance Junction to Durango. All coaches turned over. The train was

carrying the private car of Superinten-dent C.B. Carpenter. The wreck was due to a water-soaked roadbed, according to railroad officials,” reported the Albu-querque Journal then.

In December of 1897, near Castle Rock, Colo., 33 men were injured when a southbound freight engine slammed into a runaway chair car.

“The car was not part a passenger train, but contained about 50 of the men who have been employed in the vicin-ity laying rails on the Rio Grande. In its two-mile dash it had acquired great headway and when it collided with the engine of the southbound train, the

engine forced itself halfway through the car and the seats. Only a few are serious-ly injured,” according to the Colorado Springs Weekly Gazette.

“The fireman and the engineer of the colliding engine escaped injury by jumping. The men on the runaway car did not try to set the brakes on their car, because they did not know it was run-ning away. They thought their train was being drawn by their engine. Most of the injuries were flesh wounds and bruises.”

It was a train wreck, of course, but not as bad as some. On occasion, there is a glimmer of optimism, despite the worst thing that could possibly happen.

Chairman of the United Way Campaign, Chairman of the Military Affairs Com-mittee, Chairman of the Pikes Peak Highway Commission, and the Presi-dent of the Chamber of Commerce.

A native of New Philadelphia, Ohio, Coleman played high school football under then coach “Woody” Hayes at New Philadelphia High School. He con-tinued his education as a Navy ROTC student at Northwestern.

In 1996, Coleman became the first non-roster inductee in the Colorado Springs Sky Sox Hall of Fame. The prin-cipal owner of CBS Insurance, Coleman played an essential part in integrating the Sky Sox into the Colorado Springs community in the late 1980s.

There is an annual award in his name given by the club to a player that best exemplifies hard work and dedication to the game and community.

In Colorado Springs, there is no stan-dard for naming parks after people. The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Dept. keep a file on names it considers for new parks, and it accepts nomina-tions.

Some other parks in El Paso County named after citizens include:

Roy Benavidez Park (975 Afternoon Circle) - Master Sgt. Benavidez was a Vietnam War hero.

Blunt Park (2329 W. Vermijo) - Harry Blunt was coroner and mayor and led the Blue River Project to pipe water 80 miles from Hoosier Pass.

Bonforte Park (2323 N. Wahsatch Ave.) - John Bonforte developed the “Bonny” neighborhoods around North Wasatch Avenue and the Bon Center.

Bott Park (815 S. 26th St.) - Anthony Bott was a frustrated gold miner who co-founded the area’s first permanent settlement in 1859, called Colorado City, and helped convert an old Indian trail into the first wagon road through Ute Pass.

Frank Castello Park (7640 Potomac Dr.) - The civic leader was Park Board chairman, a member of the 1909 City Charter Convention and president of the Mining Stock Association.

Buckskin Charlie Park (7665 Scar-borough Dr.) - Reportedly born at the Garden of the Gods, he became the last traditional Southern Ute Indian chief in 1880 and served well into the 20th

century.George Fellows Park (5711 Tucker-

man Dr.) - As city manager for 19 years, he oversaw annexation of the Broad-moor area and creation of a city sales tax.

Richard M. Gossage Youth Sports Complex (3225-3950 Mark Dabling Blvd.) - Rich “Goose” Gossage graduat-ed from Wasson High School and went in to pitch for 23 seasons in the major leagues and is a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Betty Krouse Park (2415 E. Cache La Poudre St.) - Krouse, who spent 12 years on the Colorado Springs City Council, was the first woman to serve as vice mayor.

Mary M. Kyer Park (1102 Middle Creek Parkway) - A former councilwom-an, she fought for equal pay for female city employees.

Eugene McCleary Park (5214 Pioneer Mesa Dr.) - A business owner, as mayor and during 10 years on City Council, McCleary led efforts to diversify the economy into high technology. He was president of the School District 11 board.

Fred McKown Park (5035 Balsam St.) - McKown became the city’s first forester in 1910 and served 50 years.

Palmer Park (3650 Maizeland Rd.) - General William Jackson Palmer was the founder of Colorado Springs.

Lu Lu Pollard Park (2550 Dynamic Dr.) - Pollard co-founded the Negro His-torical Association of Colorado Springs.

Pring Ranch Park (5264 Prairie Grass Ln.) - The Prings owned one of the old-est and largest ranches in the area.

Horace Shelby Park (6442 Summit Peak Dr.) - Shelby was the city’s first black police officer.

Marshall Sprague Park (3492 W. Woodmen Rd.) - Sprague wrote the de-finitive history of Colorado Springs.

Stratton Open Space (adjacent to North Cheyenne Canyon Park) - Win-field Scott Stratton was a gold baron and philanthropist.

John Stone Park (4017 Family Place) - A longtime YMCA executive direc-tor, Stone also was a civic leader and volunteer.

Frank Waters Park (501 E. Platte Ave.) - A Nobel-nominated writer, he was born in Colorado Springs.

Leon Young Youth Ballfield Complex (1335 S. Chelton Rd.) - Young was the city’s first black mayor.


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Furry four-legged friend shaping up these days Here we are in month two of the annual

American weight-loss extravaganza. The local gyms are packed with what regulars call “newbies” and the kitchen refrigerator is jammed with Nutrisystem, Medifast and Weight Watchers meal supplements.

You’ve probably lost a few pounds and, hopefully, everything is working out as planned. Life is good.

But wait! You may have forgotten some-one, when it comes to weigh loss?

How’s your furry four-legged friend shaping up these days? Is the pooch or kitty a little overweight or, perhaps, even obese?

The 2013 National Pet Obesity Aware-ness Day Survey done by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (http://www.petobesityprevention.org/) claims that 52.6 percent of U.S. dogs and 57.6 percent of our cats are either overweight or obese. With 68 percent of American households owning at least one pet, chances are you have a dog or cat that falls into that category.

Just like their human companions, ex-

cess weight can bring on a plethora of health problems for pets increasing their risk of osteoarthritis, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart and respiratory dis-ease, knee ligament injuries, kidney disease and cancer. Being a “fat cat” or a “pooch with a pouch” can not only affect your pet’s quality of life, it can decrease their life ex-pectancy by as much as 2.5 years.

According to Debbye Turner, resident veterinarian for the CBS Early Show, pets become overweight or obese for the same reasons humans do … their caloric intake

exceeds their caloric expenditure. Too much food and too little exercise.

There are a multitude of factors contrib-uting to pet obesity including overfeeding, inactivity, age and sex and spay/neuter sta-tus. Other factors include owners who give their pet frequent high-calorie treats and more than one family member feeding the animal.

You don’t need a scale to tell if your fur-ry friend is too pudgy. A system known as body conditioning scoring can tell you all you need to know.

Turner says, you can tell if your feline is overweight simply by looking at it. If it looks like a barrel on sticks, then it either has in-testinal parasites or is overweight. If it has a big round belly … then it’s fat.

Cats should be straight and lean. They deposit fat on their tummies, not along their ribcages like dogs do.

You can tell if your dog is overweight by running your hands over its ribs along its chest. You should easily be able to feel its

ribs, if you can’t, then the dog is overweight.Before putting your pet on a weight loss

program, Turner suggest that you check with your veterinarian fi rst. As with hu-mans, losing weight for a dog or cat isn’t easy.

Changing your pet’s habits is the key. There are four crucial components to get-ting you critter to a healthy weight … reg-ular exercise, cut out the treats, switch to low-fat pet food and exercise portion con-trol.

Perhaps it’s time for your four-legged buddy to drop a few pounds. Give your vet-erinarian a call.

Cord Prettyman is a certifi ed Master Person-al Trainer and owner of Absolute Workout Fitness and Post-Re-hab Studio in Wood-land Park. He can be reached at 687-7437, by email at [email protected] or though his website at www.cordprettyman.com.

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LIFEP I K E S P E A K

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A medical emergency and subse-quent loss of income put Bo Lindh in a financial fix. “I was working in a salon and coming up on a complete hyster-ectomy,” she said. “I would be out of work for a couple of months.”

While Lindh and her husband, Kyle, each had jobs, a budget deficit loomed because of the pending surgery. In a pinch, she turned to Help the Needy, a 501 ©(3) organization based in Wood-land Park.

“I told them I had the money to pay rent, but then I’d be left with nothing,” Lindh said “They offered to help but asked what my plan was after the sur-gery.”

While she did have a goal, which was to open a salon, the medical crisis set her back. “Help the Needy paid part of our October rent, which was a tre-mendous help,” she said.

Recovering from the surgery, Lindh continued to work, styling hair in her home, but with a plan to be self-em-ployed. “I was able to open the salon, Shear Designs, because I had an angel investor,” she said.

The investment was the result of a “quick trim” on a new customer. “She loved what I did,” Lindh said.

From the hair cut to securing a six-month loan from the “angel,” Lindh opened the salon in December. “She’s been a great business coach,” Lindh said.

Geoffrey Watson, director of corps services as well as interviewer for Help the Needy, praised Lindh, because she had a plan.

“Most people come to us for finan-cial assistance, but we also have a free wood program and provide budget counseling,” he said. “There are a lot of people in the county who are living just marginally. For them, Teller County is

increasingly difficult due to the lack of jobs and affordable housing.”

As well, HtN acts as a referral ser-vice for other agencies that provide assistance, such as the Department of Social Services, the Aspen Mine Center, Community Partnership Family Re-source Center, Teller Senior Coalition and Storehouse Ministries at Woodland Park Community Church.

“We partner with merchants in town who cut a break for us on car repairs, tires, or medical. It’s kind of a commu-nity effort, in terms of participation,” Watson said. “Every client is a different story”

On average, HtN provides $300 worth of assistance for each client. “Rent is a big one - rents have gone up around here; utilities is another big one,” Watson said. “There are things we do that other organizations can’t. We helped a woman get her water heater fixed, for instance.”

Among the organization’s clients are single mothers, or people who just found work and are waiting for that first paycheck. “We have people between jobs,” Watson said. “We help veterans - have a lot of those as clients.”

The goal of the all-volunteer organi-zation is to help fill in the funding gaps. “We sit down with each client and do a recovery plan, which they have to sign off on,” Watson said. “If they come back to us and have made a legitimate effort to follow the plan, then we’re amenable to helping them one more time.”

For Lindh, who was once a single mom and received help with util-ity bills in 2010, got a second chance with Help the Needy. “It’s never easy to ask for help but they made me feel very comfortable; I didn’t feel embar-rassed,” she said.

Lindh plans to tell her story at HtN’s fundraiser, the Sweetheart Ball, Feb. 7.

“She was a good client,” Watson said.

Bo Lindh credits Help the Needy for helping her get back on her feet and eventually open Shear Design in Woodland Park. Photo by Pat Hill


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wildland areas, a zone also known as the wild-land-urban interface.

The presence of people and homes in the forest contributes to fragmentation of the land-scape, dramatically increases the values at risk

from wildfi re, and adds to the diffi culty and cost of wildfi re risk reduction and other management efforts.”

The project currently involves work related to Environmental Impact Statement which is ex-pected to be release to the public later this year. Carin Vadala, NEPA Planner for the Forest Ser-vice is the lead for the Upper Monument Creek Initiative, and sees nearly a decade of before project completion. “Once the EIS is fi nalized it is anticipated that projects will continue for

about 10 years,” Vadala said.“The UMC Landscape Restoration Initia-

tive is an ambitious and hopeful endeavor. It refl ects the Collaborative’s belief that it is pos-sible to change the trajectory of our high-risk forest landscapes – resulting in a brighter future for both people and nature. The development of these recommendations is a fi rst step in that direction,” according to the conclusion of the UMC Collaborative report.


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The Business Buzz features news about the economic scene, promo-tions, acquisitions and expansions. Contact Pat Hill at [email protected] or 686-6458.

Tiger’s Paw Salon has opened in Gold Hill Square South. For informa-tion, call 687-1363.

Steve Murphy, Chief of the Green Mountain Falls/Chipita Park Volun-teer Fire Department, was elected vice chair of the El Paso County Emer-gency Services Authority in January.

The Pikes Peak Workforce Center invites employers and hiring manag-ers in El Paso and Teller counties with open positions within the next two months to the Spring Job Fair. The fair is from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. April 2 at the Hotel Elegante in Colorado Springs.

The Old Homestead Museum in Cripple Creek will be open the week-ends of Feb. 14 and 15, Feb. 21 and 22 during the city’s ice festival.

The Woodland Park Arts Alliance sponsors Hausmusik Feb. 8. Wine and hors d’oevres are from 5 to 5:30 p.m., dinner is served at 5:30 and the concert is at 6:30. If interested, email [email protected] or call 761-1676.

Miles DeYoung has been named Deputy Chief of the Woodland Park Police Department. “Miles has been a leader since he got here, � rst as an o� cer and then as a Sgt.,” said Chief Bob Larson. “I’m happy to be working with him.” DeYoung replaces John Gomes, who accepted a position as the Teller County Undersheri� . Photo by Pat Hill

Teller County Assessor Betty Clark-Wine has been named 2015 Chair of Action 22, the regional advocacy organization that represents the 22 counties in southeastern Colorado. Action 22 pro-vides a united voice in statewide matters involving economic development, transportation, water, education, tourism and agriculture. Courtesy photo

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Danielson to reinstate pay equity commissionBill passes out of committeeBy Amy [email protected]

Newly elected Rep. Jesse Danielson, D-Wheat Ridge, is hitting back on the decision to sunset the Pay Equity Commission after she introduced a bill to reinstate the state board.

“The bill is very simple,” Danielson said. “Really the intent is to ensure that the com-mission continues to meet so that we can address issues of equal pay for equal work-ers.”

The filing of the bill came on the heels of a decision by Senate Republicans on the Business, Labor and Technology commit-

tee who voted to end the 11 member board commission during a sunset review on Jan. 21.

Danielson’s bill gained the support on a party-line 7-6 vote in the House Business Affairs and Labor Committee last week.

The pay equity commission under the Department of regulatory affairs was cre-ated in 2007 to develop mechanisms that overcome pay inequity for Colorado’s work-force through education and outreach to employers and employees.

“If the legislature does not think that this is important, who’s going to pick it up?” said Donna Evans, president and CEO of the Women’s Chamber of Commerce. “It’s easy to say that some other organization is going to pick up the work but who is that going to be and our commission, even though we haven’t had a lot of resources, we have had

a lot of success.”The efficiency of the commission has

been at the center of debate, and one of the reasons why the commission was voted to sunset.

According to a review report by the De-partment of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), the commission, “has made some, though minimal progress on its assigned tasks.” Further, the report reads, “…it developed a best practices inventory and fact sheets for employers and employees in 2012, but until recently, those documents were largely un-available to the public.”

Still, DORA recommended the com-mission to continue in order to give board members more time to complete its work.

“…There has been no measurable prog-ress or accomplishments of this commis-sion,” said Tony Gagliardi, state director of

the Colorado-Wyoming National Federa-tion of Independent Businesses. In a letter to the director of the Department of Labor in 2012, Gagliardi quoted, “The commis-sion has failed to consider current research completed by both private and governmen-tal institutions and this failure has led to many half-truths and a very pro-union per-spective. Bias and emotion has motivated the agenda.”

Danielson has heard the complaints about the productivity of the board but maintains it is a vital source in addressing gender and race pay inequities.

“It’s not without flaws,” Danielson said about the commission. “If you take it away, you have literally taken away the only op-portunity away to address these issues that they can continue to try and improve.”

Salazar revives tuition bill for Native AmericansBill moves to appropriations committeeBy Amy [email protected]

A bill to allow Native Americans with his-torical ties to Colorado to receive in-state tuition passed the House Education com-mittee by a narrow 6-5 majority vote on Monday, Jan. 26.

This is the second time the bill has been introduced by Rep. Joe Salazar, D-Thorn-ton.

Last year, the bill passed the House and its committees but failed in the Senate.

Native Americans who belong to one of Colorado’s 48 federally recognized historic tribes would benefit from Salazar’s bill.

As it stands, American Indian high school students can only receive in-state tuition in the state they currently live in rather than the state that their tribes once called home before being relocated and placed on reservations.

The bill highlights statistics on American Indian high school students. In 2011, fewer than 42 percent of Native American high school students chose to attend college, which is below the national average of 57 percent of all students.

“This bill will empower many Ameri-can Indian students wanting to attend state public colleges and universities,” said Darius Lee Smith, representative from the Colorado Indian Education Foundation, a Denver based on nonprofit that offers scholarships to American Indian students. “This bill will also assist many of our pub-lic higher education institutions to achieve

and increase enrollment of American In-dian students.”

Fewer than 1 percent of students attend-ing the state’s public colleges and universi-ties such as the University of Colorado and Colorado State University are American In-dian, Smith said.

“Colorado is falling behind when it comes to recruiting, and retaining and graduating American Indian students,” said Deborah Esquibel Hunt director of American Indian Services at the University of Colorado Denver. “We have a record in Colorado and a reputation that is not good for support of American Indian students.”

The vote to pass the bill was anything but bi-partisan with Democrats supporting it and Republicans opposing it.

Rep. Paul Lundeen R-Monument, said he voted against the bill because it doesn’t include American Indian tribes that have

yet to be recognized by the federal govern-ment.

“Why are we choosing to draw the line here, why not extend it further?” Lundeen said. “There are other groups that are cer-tainty pre territorial in their relationship with Colorado that may have come and gone from the state and they are yet exclud-ed from the opportunity of in state tuition.”

The bill had trouble last year based on the appropriations the bill requires which have been reduced this time around, Sala-zar said.

“I’m hoping that there won’t be a chal-lenge of the appropriation,” he said. “I am a little shocked, however, that Republicans, unlike last year where they passed it out of committee bipartisanly, …have now appar-ently locked down… it didn’t garner not one vote from Republicans and that is kind of disappointing.”

LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUPHB 1007 - Concerning Local Govern-

ment Retail Marijuana Taxes: bill clarifies that counties and municipalities are au-thorized to levy, collect and enforce a sales tax on all sales of retail marijuana and re-tail marijuana products by voter approval. Assigned to finance, awaiting hearing.

HB 1020 - gives schools funding for full day kindergarten programs. Bill passed the House Education Committee and go to the House Appropriations committee.

HB 1049 - concerning the use of deadly physical force against a person who has made an illegal entry into a place of

business, the bill extends the right to use deadly force against an intruder under cer-tain conditions to include owners, manag-ers, and employees of businesses. Assigned to House State, Veterans & Military Affairs committee, awaiting hearing.

HB 1072 - The bill changes the harass-ment statute to cover situations in which a person uses an interactive electronic medium to harass another. The medium includes but is not limited to telephone, telephone network, data network, text message, instant message, computer, com-puter network, computer system. Assigned

to the Judiciary committee, awaiting hear-ing.

SB 016 - Concerning marriages by in-dividuals in civil unions, the bill prohibits marriages in circumstances in which one of the parties is already in a civil union with another individual, addresses the legal effect of parties to a civil union mar-rying each other as well as clarifying the dissolution process when parties to a civil union marry while amending the bigamy statue to include parties to a civil union. The bill was postponed indefinitely by the Senate State, Veterans and Military Affairs

committee.SB 18: The bill repeals the late vehicle

registration fee. The bill passed the Senate Transportation committee and goes to the Finance committee.

SB 091: Bill reduces the maximum statutory limitation period for legal actions for construction defects on improvements to real property from eight to four years. The bill was assigned to the Senate State, Veterans and Military Affairs committee, awaiting hearing.

Congress urged to fund VA hospitalCost overruns, delays plague Aurora projectBy Dan ElliottAssociated Press

Colorado’s congressional delegation asked the U.S. House and Senate on Jan. 28 to raise the spending limit on

Denver’s new veterans hospital from $800 million to $1.1 billion so the troubled project can be completed.

That’s only the first step toward getting the money, said Rep. Mike Coffman, R-Colo., one of the sponsors of the leg-islation. Congress would still have to approve the funding.

The project was originally expected to cost about $600 million and has suffered huge cost overruns and delays.

The Department of Veterans Affairs could run out of money in June unless more is approved, Coffman said.

“The Veterans Administration did a horrible job on this,” he said. “There were hundreds of millions of dollars in cost overruns, and the project is years behind schedule. But at the same time, we have an obligation to give our veterans the health care they deserve.”

The contractor, Kiewit-Turner, stopped construction in December after a federal appeals board said the VA breached its contract by insisting on a design that couldn’t be built for $600 million.

Work resumed under an interim contract after the VA enlisted the Army Corps of Engineers as project advisers. A longer-term contract is under negotiation.

The VA has said it would investigate possible miscon-duct or mismanagement in the project. The agency also asked the Corps of Engineers to review the VA’s overall han-dling of big projects.

Coffman said he plans to introduce a bill to strip the VA of the power to manage construction and move the author-ity to the Corps of Engineers.

The 184-bed hospital being built in Aurora will replace an old facility in Denver and include a traumatic brain-in-jury center, nursing care and other clinics.

The VA’s most recent projection said the hospital is ex-pected to be complete in 2016. Coffman said the contrac-tors foresee it taking until 2017.

Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet, Republican Sen. Cory Gardner and all the other members of Colorado’s House delegation are co-sponsors of the bill.

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TABOR rebates hits Senate � oor Bill awaits discussion by Senate Finance committee By Amy Woodward [email protected]

Senate president, Bill Cadman, R-Col-orado Springs, fi led a bill that will mend some of the tax refunding mechanisms out-lined in TABOR by shifting more monies in excess of state revenues to the middle class.

It’s an important piece of legislation but warrants further explanation as adjust-ments to TABOR can often be perplexing.

The Colorado Fiscal Institute (CFI), which provides analysis on fi scal and eco-nomic issues, assisted Colorado Commu-nity Media in breaking down the basics of Cadman’s bill known as SB1.

According to the institute, the bill will repeal the current six-tier sales tax refund and implement a three-tier state sales tax refund system in which greater percentages in rebates will be given to individuals with an adjusted gross income between $36,000 and $117,000.

The bill will annually adjust the adjusted gross income amounts based on the con-sumer price index.

Under the three tiers, the new mecha-nism imposed by SB1 will look like this:

Tier 1- An AGI of $36,000 or less, the re-bate will equal to $36,000 times the single percentage

Tier 2- An AGI between $36,000 to $117,000 means the rebate amount is the AGI times the singles percentage

Tier 3 - AGI in excess of $117,000, the rebate amount is $117,000 times the single percentage

Under SB1, the earned income tax

credit or EITC refund mechanism, which is far more complicated than the proposed change to the six-tier sales tax refund, re-mains unchanged.

“CFI still believes the best investment in the middle class is to restore funding for schools and colleges and to fi x our crum-bling roads,” said Carol Hedges, executive director of the Colorado Fiscal Institute. “But if voters said they wanted to keep the revenue above the cap, the new structure under Senate Bill 1 actually makes the re-bate mechanism better.”

Senator Andy Kerr, D-Lakewood, sits on both the senate education and fi nance committees.

He said he remains “vehemently neu-tral,” on SB1 but warned of “politically ex-pedient” legislation that only fi xes current issues instead of looking ahead to more pressing funding gaps where K-12 and higher education is starved of fi nancial as-

sistance due to state underfunding.“Colorado is just in such a bad spot with

our education funding, we have this nega-tive factor in place that’s preventing three quarters of a million in funding,” Kerr said.

Last week, Republicans on the Senate Education Committee, voted against a bill sponsored by Kerr that would cap tuition increases at 6 percent for in-state under-graduates. Reasons for the party’s rejection stemmed from a concern in limiting fund-ing options for colleges.

“I appreciate the direction of SB1,” Kerr said, but added that curbing expenses for education for hardworking individuals is also needed to help sustain the middle class.

“How are we going to keep the doors of our schools open?” he said. “We have to look long term.

Senate President Bill Cadman did not re-spond by press time for this report.

Danielson to reinstate pay equity commission the Colorado-Wyoming National Federa-tion of Independent Businesses. In a letter to the director of the Department of Labor in 2012, Gagliardi quoted, “The commis-sion has failed to consider current research completed by both private and governmen-tal institutions and this failure has led to many half-truths and a very pro-union per-spective. Bias and emotion has motivated the agenda.”

Danielson has heard the complaints about the productivity of the board but maintains it is a vital source in addressing gender and race pay inequities.

“It’s not without fl aws,” Danielson said about the commission. “If you take it away, you have literally taken away the only op-portunity away to address these issues that they can continue to try and improve.”

Salazar revives tuition bill for Native Americans yet to be recognized by the federal govern-ment.

“Why are we choosing to draw the line here, why not extend it further?” Lundeen said. “There are other groups that are cer-tainty pre territorial in their relationship with Colorado that may have come and gone from the state and they are yet exclud-ed from the opportunity of in state tuition.”

The bill had trouble last year based on the appropriations the bill requires which have been reduced this time around, Sala-zar said.

“I’m hoping that there won’t be a chal-lenge of the appropriation,” he said. “I am a little shocked, however, that Republicans, unlike last year where they passed it out of committee bipartisanly, …have now appar-ently locked down… it didn’t garner not one vote from Republicans and that is kind of disappointing.”

committee.SB 18: The bill repeals the late vehicle

registration fee. The bill passed the Senate Transportation committee and goes to the Finance committee.

SB 091: Bill reduces the maximum statutory limitation period for legal actions for construction defects on improvements to real property from eight to four years. The bill was assigned to the Senate State, Veterans and Military Affairs committee, awaiting hearing.

Congress urged to fund VA hospital “The Veterans Administration did a horrible job on this,”

he said. “There were hundreds of millions of dollars in cost overruns, and the project is years behind schedule. But at the same time, we have an obligation to give our veterans the health care they deserve.”

The contractor, Kiewit-Turner, stopped construction in December after a federal appeals board said the VA breached its contract by insisting on a design that couldn’t be built for $600 million.

Work resumed under an interim contract after the VA enlisted the Army Corps of Engineers as project advisers. A longer-term contract is under negotiation.

The VA has said it would investigate possible miscon-duct or mismanagement in the project. The agency also asked the Corps of Engineers to review the VA’s overall han-dling of big projects.

Coffman said he plans to introduce a bill to strip the VA of the power to manage construction and move the author-ity to the Corps of Engineers.

The 184-bed hospital being built in Aurora will replace an old facility in Denver and include a traumatic brain-in-jury center, nursing care and other clinics.

The VA’s most recent projection said the hospital is ex-pected to be complete in 2016. Coffman said the contrac-tors foresee it taking until 2017.

Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet, Republican Sen. Cory Gardner and all the other members of Colorado’s House delegation are co-sponsors of the bill.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publi-cation the following week. Send listings to [email protected]. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.

THROUGH MARCH 8

SPIN CLASSES Mountain Top Cycling Club will host 20 spin class sessions on Monday and Friday nights through Friday, March 8 at Woodland Park Middle School, in the com-mons area. Doors unlock at 5:40 p.m., with pedals turning at 6 p.m. A one-time fee of $25 will be charged, for building use and insurance. Participants must provide their own bikes and trainer equipment. David Kreigshauser will instruct the class in a 60- to 75-minute work out to his videos from Seek Out Cycling. Times and dates will be posted on the club website under the calendar tab as there will be some days there will not be class. Visit www.mountaintopcyclingclub.com or call Debbie 719-689-3435.

THROUGH APRIL 9

TAX PREPARATION Teller County VITA is o� ng free tax preparation from IRS trained volunteers for anyone with an income of $53,000 or less. VITA is available on Thursdays at the Woodland Park Library, starting Feb. 5 and ending April 9. To make an appointment, call 719-229-9868 or email VolunteerIncomeTaxAssist.VITA @gmail.com. For information and what to bring, go to www.ColoradoVITA.org.

FEB. 6

FREE LEGAL Clinic Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help � ll out forms and explain the process and procedure for legal issues in areas including family law, civil litigation, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law, veterans’ bene� ts, and civil protection orders at a free legal clinic via computer link. Clinic is open from 2-5 p.m. the � rst Friday of every month at the Woodland Park Library, 218 E. Mid-land Ave., and Florissant Library, 334 Circle Drive. Clinic dates for 2015 are Feb. 6, March 6, April 3, May 1, June 5, Aug. 7, Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, or Dec. 4. Call Woodland Park at 719-687-9281 ext. 103, or Florissant at 719-748-3939.

FEB. 7

WINTER FUN A free Children’s Winter Fun Day is from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Florissant Library. There will be music, Valentine making, jewelry making, tattoos, Legos, pretzel decorating, games, snacks and books to sell. This is our way of thanking the community for supporting our library.

FEB. 7

AUTHOR PRESENTATION Donna “Madonna Mae,” author of “Living with the Sacred Flames” will present an all-day class based on the material in her book from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 at Thunder Butte Mountain Lodge in Woodland Park. Experience Donna’s teaching and learn tools to assist in your journey of personal growth. Release the past and embrace the future. Find the key to what is holding your back from reaching your life’s goals and learn techniques to change your life’s direction. Cost includes her book as well as holograms that will be used in class. For information and directions, email www.� [email protected] or call 303-647-2352. Visit livingwiththe-sacred� ames.com for details.

FEB. 7

SACRED FLAMES Author of “Living with the Sacred Flames” will lead an introductory class in learning how to use the Sacred Flames from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at Thunder Butte Mountain Lodge, 943 Painted Rocks Road, Woodland Park. Learn how to release old patterns and behaviors that are holding you back from your desired goals. Cost includes book and seven holograms that contain sacred geometry and the sacred � ames that we will use in class. Space is limited; RSVP at � [email protected]

or call 303-647-2352. Go to www.livingwiththesacred� ames.com.

FEB. 7, 11, 14, 18, 21

HIKES FOR Your Health Meet at 10 a.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays at the visitor center at Florissant Fossil Beds to join a ranger-led hike for health. Hikes may be from 2 to 5 miles long. Next hikes are Jan. 31, Feb. 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21. Call 719-748-3253 ext. 202 for details.

FEB. 8

MOVIES AND Music The Woodland Music Series and Gold Hill Theatres present Movie House Music from 2:30-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at Gold Hill Theatres, Woodland Park. Event features Mike Maddux and the Headliners. Cost includes concert, movie of your choice and beverage. Tickets available at the door. Call 719-687-2237.

FEB. 8

CONCERT UTE Pass Chamber Players will present woodwinds, brass, strings and one harpsichord performing the music of Telemann, Beethoven, Sanders and Mozart. Concert is at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at High View Baptist Church, 1151 Rampart Range Road, Woodland Park. Tickets available at the door or online at www.utepasschamberplayers.com. Call 719-686-1798 for information.

FEB. 10

HOLISTIC HEALING Practitioners from the Wholistic Networking Community invite you to experience the bene� ts of holistic services on a � rst come, � rst served donation basis. You may choose from touch and no-touch Reiki, chakra balancing, essential oils, tuning fork sound healing, dowsing and Tarot, Practitioner information can be found at the Wholistic Networking Community page on Facebook. The Wholistic Networking Community’s healing team will be the bene� ciary of your donations this month. The monies will be used to create a meet up page to reach more people with our healing days’ donated services. Holistic Healing Day is from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Feb. 10, at Mountain View United Methodist Church, 1101 Rampart Range Road, Woodland Park. Contact Shari Billger, 719-748-3412 or [email protected].

FEB. 14

ROMANCE IN the Stars Join Ranger Leo and members of the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society to learn about some of the romantic legends of our constellations. Weather permitting you will be able to see stars, planets, star clusters and perhaps even another galaxy. Program is from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day. Call 719-748-3253 ext. 202 for details.

FEB. 14

VALENTINE’S WITH wolves Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center in Divide presents Valentine’s Day with the Wolves from 5-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14. Cost is $30 for adults, $15 for ages 8-12. Call 719-687-9742 for reservations.

FEB. 17

WELLNESS THE Wholistic Networking Community invites you to meet area practi-tioners and learn about wholistic wellness from 11-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17 at the Rampart Public Library, 218 E. Midland Ave., Woodland Park. Speaker is Susan Richards on “Achieving Financial Health & Wellbeing.” Improve your relationship with money, physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Our relationship with money is a very intimate one and stress from money causes disease and illness. Is your belief system serving your truth? Learn how to � nd your “hidden savings.” For information or to RSVP, call 719-963-4405.

FEB. 18

ECONOMIC BREAKFAST The Teller County Assessor’s 3rd annual Economic Forecast Breakfast from 8-10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the Ute Pass Cultural Center, 210 E. Mid-land, Woodland Park. Featuring local experts from the public and private sectors brought together to discuss the Teller County economy. The Forecast features perspectives on recent trends in the real estate, � nancial, and construction industries, how they impact our local economy, and what the experts predict for the future. For information and to register, see www.TellerForecast.com.

FEB. 21

CONCERT, DANCE Buddy Whittington with The Atomic Fireballs will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21 at Crystola Roadhouse, 20918 Highway 24, Woodland Park. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 on the day of the show. A VIP ticket is available for $35 in advance and $40 day of and includes choice of prime rib or cat� sh dinner and reserved seating. Go to www.AMusicCompanyInc.com or stop by the Crystola Roadhouse for tickets. Call 719-576-5945 for information.

FEB. 21

NIGHT SKY: Gazing at Satellites Join Ranger Leo to learn about satellites and then look for them under the dark skies of Florissant Fossil Beds. Meet at the visitor center from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21. Call 719-748-3253 ext. 202 for more details.

FEB. 25

SMART DRIVER AARP presents its Smart Driver course from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, at the Woodland Park Public Library. Registration is required. Go to the library, or call 719-687-9281. Driver refresher course for driver’s 50-plus who want to improve their driving skills and avoid tra� c violations. De� ne existing skills and develop defensive driving techniques. AARP members cost $15; must show card. Non-AARP members $20.

FEB. 28, March 21

TAX PREPARATION Teller County VITA is o� ering free tax preparation from IRS trained volunteers for anyone with an income of $53,000 or less. VITA is available at the Aspen Mine Center in Cripple Creek on two Saturdays, Feb. 28 and March 21. To make an ap-pointment, call 719-229-9868 or email [email protected]. For more information and what to bring, go to www.ColoradoVita.org.

THINGS TO DO


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Ice sculpture artists will be free to design and carve whimsical works of art at the 2015 Cripple Creek Ice Festival to be held over the weekends of Feb. 13-15 and Feb. 21-22. See story Page 15. Photos by Sonja Oliver

BEAUTY FROM ICEIce sculptures to line Cripple

Creek’s Bennett Ave. for ice festival


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SALOME’S STARSFOR THE WEEK OF FEB. 2, 2015

ARIES (Mar 21 to Apr 19) You need to be certain that all the right conditions are in place before you take that first step. It can’t hurt to listen to good advice from those who have your best interests at heart.

TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20) Be careful not to get in-volved in other people’s disputes unless you know the facts behind the disagreements. That’s the best way to be assured of making wise and honest decisions.

GEMINI (May 21 to Jun 20) You still need to be careful about how you’re going to spend those energy reserves you finally got around to restoring. Best ad-vice: Avoid overdoing it. Let things take their course.

CANCER (Jun 21 to Jul 22) Your aspect continues to favor travel -- alone or with that special person. So if you’ve been putting off making those getaway plans, it’s still a good time to get started on them.

LEO (Jul 23 to Aug 22) Those so-called golden op-portunities that continue to dazzle the Lion still need to be carefully checked out. Be suspicious about any-thing that looks like the “perfect” prospect.

VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) Changes at the work-place could make it more difficult to do things the way you prefer. But the wise Virgo who shows some flex-ibility could find it paying off in a big way.

LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) You might want to check out the explanation you were given for a sudden shift in your duties. There’s a possibility that you haven’t been told all the facts that you deserve to know.

SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) Having confidence in your abilities is important, especially when you could be facing a new challenge, whether it’s in the work-place or in a personal relationship. Good luck.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) A new work-re-lated opportunity might not be all that it seems. Before making any decisions, you might want to check with others who have had some experience in that area.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) A situation involv-ing someone close could benefit from your timely in-tervention. Avoid being judgmental. There’ll be plenty of time later for those “little talks” you like to have.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) Travel could be a surprise element in that new project. Be prepared for other previously undisclosed aspects that also might come to light as you proceed with the work.

PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) Try to balance your work-related responsibilities with the time you’re spending on your recently revived social life. An old friend might be planning to return after a long absence.

BORN THIS WEEK: Your sensitivity makes you aware of the needs of others. Have you considered a career as a counselor?

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Festival now in 8th year to be held Feb. 13-15 and 21-22By Sonja OliverContributing writer

The sound of hammers, chisels and chainsaws will give way to beautifully ex-ecuted ice sculptures at the 8th Annual Cripple Creek Ice Festival to be held over two weekends in February.

This year’s artistic theme will give tal-ented artists free rein to display their very best work. Visitors will be able to watch the ice sculptors in action as they carve 300 pound blocks of ice into works of art that range from the whimsical to the fantasti-cal. Sculptors will begin carving on Feb. 12 and work on their designs throughout both

weekends.The ice carving location is strategically

located on the south side of Bennett Av-enue to protect melting from the sun’s UV rays. Five- hundred blocks of ice - total-ing 150,000 pounds - will be brought in by semi-truck and off-loaded by front- end loaders.

Themes in the past have included a Mythological Wonderland, Story Time, Un-der the Sea, a Military Salute Carved in Ice, a Rocky Mountain Wonderland, and a Me-dieval theme. Last year’s festival saw over 90,000 visitors to Cripple Creek over the two weekends.

The Cripple Creek Ice Festival features numerous family-friendly events to enjoy

throughout both event weekends. Inter-active ice sculptures will include a walk- through ice maze, an ice slide for event at-tendees to climb and carnival-type games made of ice.

Food and retail vendors will line up along upper Bennett Ave. with food, crafts and a variety of items for sale.

In addition, a large tent will be set up to accommodate an outdoor ice bar with a liquor luge to serve patrons both hot and cold beverages, martinis, beer, wine tasting and live entertainment.

There will be additional free parking at the Heritage Center northeast of town on Highway 67, along with free shuttle service to and from the event on Saturdays and

Sundays from 11 a.m. till 6 p.m.Cripple Creek Parks and Recreation will

sponsor licensed child care for children four- years of age and older with guided activities on Saturdays from 1-10 p.m. and Sundays from 12-5 p.m. for both weekends.

Cripple Creek’s Butte Theater will be showing the movie “Frozen” on Feb. 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Children 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. There will be no admittance charge but donations are gra-ciously accepted to benefit the Butte The-ater.

For more Ice Festival event information go to www.visitcripplecreek.com.

Ice sculpture artists will be free to design and carve whimsical works of art at the 2015 Cripple Creek Ice Festival to be held over the weekends of Feb. 13-15 and Feb. 21-22. See story Page 15. Photos by Sonja Oliver

Cripple Creek’s main thoroughfare, Bennett Ave. will be lined with ice sculptures at the city’s 8th Annual Ice Festival to be held over the weekends of Feb. 13-15 and Feb. 21-22. Photos by Sonja Oliver

Ice sculptures will be on display at the 8th Annual Cripple Creek Ice Festival to be held over the weekends of Feb. 13-15 and Feb. 21-22.

HAVE AN EVENT?To submit a calendar listing, send information to calendar@ coloradocommunitymedia.com or by fax to 303-566-4098.


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SPORTSWoodland Park netters go winless last week�e Panthers’ girls still have a shot at the playo�s; the boys are still looking for their �rst victoryBy Danny [email protected]

The Mesa Ridge High School girls’ bas-ketball team might not be as strong as last year’s state championship club that went 26-0, but the Grizzlies are still pretty good. Woodland Park can attest to that.

On Jan. 27, Mesa Ridge - behind Kylee Shook’s 28 points, 16 rebounds and eight blocked shots - ran past the Panthers dur-ing a 71-38 victory at Woodland Park.

Later in the week, Shook broke the state record for most blocked shots in a career. The 6-foot-4 junior has 438, passing Mara-natha Christian’s Angela Person, who held the record since 2003 with 436.

Woodland Park stayed with the Grizzlies through much of the first half, trailing 32-18 at halftime. But the Grizzlies pulled away in the third quarter, outscoring Woodland Park 28-6 to all but end the competitive portion of the game.

Senior guard Katelyn Kemp led the Pan-thers with 14 points and five rebounds.

The Panthers began the second round of Class 4A Metro League play Jan. 28 against Widefield, but lost 49-48.

Darian Sanfelice scored a team-high 14 points to lead Woodland Park. Also scor-ing in double figures for the Panthers was sophomore Mackenzie Porter (12) and Kemp (11).

The loss dropped Woodland Park to 9-8 overall, 3-5 in league. The Panthers are in sixth place, but just one game behind Sierra, Widefield and Harrison, who are all knotted in a tie for third place. The top three teams automatically qualify for the playoffs.

Woodland Park has games this week against Harrison and Sierra. The Panthers host No. 1 ranked Canon City on Feb. 10.

Canon City and Mesa Ridge sit atop the league standings are all but shoe-ins to make the postseason.

The Woodland Park boys lost both of its games last week to drop to 0-17, 0-8.

The Panthers lost to Mesa Ridge, 76-43, on Jan. 27. Senior Sam Hopfe led Woodland Park scorers with 15 points, while junior Dominik Cunico added eight and freshman Josh Bodin had six.

The Panthers came up short two days later against Widefield, 76-41. Hopfe again led Woodland Park with 17 points. Senior Justin Logdson added 10 for the Panthers. Woodland Park junior Dominik Cunico, No. 14 in white jersey, is one of the top players on the team this season. Photo by Paul Magnuson

Pioneers basketball teams headed for stretch runBoth Cripple Creek-Victor teams have shown improvement this seasonBy Danny [email protected]

The end of the season is drawing near for the Cripple Creek-Victor High School boys and girls basketball teams.

The boys (4-8, 1-3 in the Class 2A/1A West Central League) have lost four con-secutive games since defeating Pikes Peak Christian on Jan. 13.

The Pioneers are getting solid efforts

from several players. Senior CJ Salazar leads the team in points per games (11.1), rebounds (6.6) and blocked shots (1.8). Sophomore Conner Brown is second on the team in scoring with 7.7 ppg, followed by junior Jake Hedrickson (7.5), junior David Wuellner (6-3), senior David Burks (4.5) and senior Cody Rice (4.3).

The CC-V girls (3-8, 1-2) are 2-2 in their last four games. They had consecutive vic-tories over Pikes Peak Christian, 46-22, and Crested Butte, 23-22, followed by losses to Miami-Yoder, 39-27, and South Park, 57-26.

The Pioneers led Miami-Yoder, 18-13, in the third period. They trailed South Park 20-14 at halftime.

“We played a great first half against

South Park,” said Pioneers first-year coach Paul McGinn. “South Park was double our size and weight.

“But their coach pressed us and we pan-icked a little bit. We started to lose our com-posure.”

Senior Mikaela Schell leads the Pioneers in scoring with 8.7 ppg, followed by senior Maddie Berger (8.5), senior Autumn Hern-don (3.6) and sophomore Bella Skottegaard (3.0).

Skottegaard leads the team in rebound-ing with 5.3 per game, followed by senior Julie Brown (5.2), Herndon (4.6) and Schell (4.8).

Schell and Berger missed action early in the season due to injuries. McGinn is hop-

ing that with a healthy team his girls can finish the season strong.

“I would like to get one or two wins and see where we’ll be in the draw for the play-offs,” he said. “I would like to get the girls some playoff experience and build for next year.

“I want to see them become better bas-ketball players. Maybe some of them can go on and play college ball.”

McGinn stresses fundamentals in prac-tice and games.

“We’re still committing too many turn-overs; that’s why we continue to work on dribbling the ball and passing the ball in practice,” McGinn said. “You have to keep your turnovers to below 10 a game.”


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Pioneers basketball teams headed for stretch runing that with a healthy team his girls can finish the season strong.

“I would like to get one or two wins and see where we’ll be in the draw for the play-offs,” he said. “I would like to get the girls some playoff experience and build for next year.

“I want to see them become better bas-ketball players. Maybe some of them can go on and play college ball.”

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“We’re still committing too many turn-overs; that’s why we continue to work on dribbling the ball and passing the ball in practice,” McGinn said. “You have to keep your turnovers to below 10 a game.”


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NOTICE OF SALE(CRS §38-38-103)

Foreclosure Sale No. 2014-0055

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice isgiven with regard to the following de-scribed Deed of Trust:

On November 5, 2014, the undersignedPublic Trustee caused the Notice of Elec-tion and Demand relating to the Deed ofTrust described below to be recorded inthe County of Teller records.

Original Grantor: MARK E MICHEL ANDCYNTHIA A MICHELOriginal Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELEC-TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEEFOR LENDER, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.Current Holder of Evidence of Debt:LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLCDate of Deed of Trust: 12/18/2009Recording Date of Deed of Trust:12/29/2009Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.632342Original Principal Amount: $157,235.00Outstanding Principal Balance:$142,816.91

Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), youare hereby notified that the covenants ofthe deed of trust have been violated asfollows:

Failure to pay monthly installments dueNote Holder.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BEA FIRST LIEN.THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREINIS ALL OF THE PROPERTY EN-CUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THEDEED OF TRUST.

All that parcel of Land in Teller County,State of Colorado, being known anddesignated as Lot 35, Rainbow Valley 6AMD and being more fully described asset forth in Reception #558116 dated11/04/2003 and recorded 11/07/2003,Teller County Records, State of Color-ado. Tax/Parcel ID: R0006421

which has the address of:370 OilcreekDivide, CO 80814-7718

NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debtsecured by the Deed of Trust describedherein, has filed Notice of Election andDemand for sale as provided by law andin said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Giventhat I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon ofMarch 4, 2015, at the Teller County Pub-lic Trustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave.,Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at publicauction to the highest and best bidder forcash, the said real property and all in-terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirsand assigns therein, for the purpose ofpaying the indebtedness provided in saidEvidence of Debt secured by the Deed ofTrust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expensesof sale and other items allowed by law,and will issue to the purchaser a Certific-ate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 1/7/2015Last Publication: 2/4/2015Published in: Pikes Peak Courier

Dated: 11/12/2014ROBERT W. CAMPBELLTeller COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEEBy: Shirley A. KintDeputy Public Trustee

Attorney: JOLENE KAMINSKIAttorney Registration #46144MEDVED DALE DECKER & DEERE, LLC355 UNION BLVD., SUITE 250,LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228Phone: (303) 274-0155Fax: (303) 223-7932Attorney file #: 14-944-27454

The Attorney above is acting as a debtcollector and is attempting to collect adebt. Any information provided may beused for that purpose.

Legal Notice NO.: 2014-0055First Publication: 1/7/2015Last Publication: 2/4/2015Published in: Pikes Peak Courier

Public Notice





Original Grantor: MARK SNYDEROriginal Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELEC-TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC. AS NOMINEE FOR AMERITRUSTMORTGAGE COMPANYCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: LSF8MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, BYCALIBER HOME LOANS, INC.Date of Deed of Trust: 6/22/2006Recording Date of Deed of Trust:7/21/2006Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.596089Original Principal Amount: $125,000.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 1 2 2 , 0 4 3 . 4 2


Failure to make timely payments requiredunder said Deed of Trust and the Evid-ence of Debt secured thereby.


EXHIBIT FOR LEGAL DESCRIPTIONLOT 2, CRIPPLE CREEK MOUNTAINESTATES NO. 8, TELLER COUNTY,COLORADO. BEING THE SAME PROP-ERTY CONVEYED TO DAVID W. ASH-LIN AND MAJA C. ASHLIN FROMDENIS J. GREEN EXECUTED 04/22/94FILED IN INSTRUMENT NO. 419621.AND ALSO, BEING THE SAME PROP-ERTY CONVEYED TO EDWARD E. SI-MON, JR. FROM CONNIE JOINER ASTHE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF COUNTY OFTELLER EXECUTED 12/21/04 FILED ININSTRUMENT NO. 575113. WHICH HASTHE ADDRESS OF: 115 MID DAYCIRCLE, CRIPPLE CREEK CO 80813

which has the address of:115 Mid Day CircleCripple Creek, CO 80813

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: ERIN ROBSONAttorney Registration #46557MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP7700 E ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 150,CENTENNIAL, COLORADO 80112Phone: (619) 685-4800 Fax:Attorney file #: CO-14-629546-JS



Public Trustees

Public Notice





Original Grantor: MARK SNYDEROriginal Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELEC-TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC. AS NOMINEE FOR AMERITRUSTMORTGAGE COMPANYCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: LSF8MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, BYCALIBER HOME LOANS, INC.Date of Deed of Trust: 6/22/2006Recording Date of Deed of Trust:7/21/2006Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.596089Original Principal Amount: $125,000.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 1 2 2 , 0 4 3 . 4 2




EXHIBIT FOR LEGAL DESCRIPTIONLOT 2, CRIPPLE CREEK MOUNTAINESTATES NO. 8, TELLER COUNTY,COLORADO. BEING THE SAME PROP-ERTY CONVEYED TO DAVID W. ASH-LIN AND MAJA C. ASHLIN FROMDENIS J. GREEN EXECUTED 04/22/94FILED IN INSTRUMENT NO. 419621.AND ALSO, BEING THE SAME PROP-ERTY CONVEYED TO EDWARD E. SI-MON, JR. FROM CONNIE JOINER ASTHE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF COUNTY OFTELLER EXECUTED 12/21/04 FILED ININSTRUMENT NO. 575113. WHICH HASTHE ADDRESS OF: 115 MID DAYCIRCLE, CRIPPLE CREEK CO 80813

which has the address of:115 Mid Day CircleCripple Creek, CO 80813

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: ERIN ROBSONAttorney Registration #46557MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP7700 E ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 150,CENTENNIAL, COLORADO 80112Phone: (619) 685-4800 Fax:Attorney file #: CO-14-629546-JS



Public Notice





Original Grantor: LOIS J JAEGER ANDJOHN J JAEGEROriginal Beneficiary: FBS MORTGAGECORPORATION, A NEVADA CORPORA-TIONCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt:HSBC BANK USA, N.A.Date of Deed of Trust: 9/20/1994Recording Date of Deed of Trust:9/22/1994Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.425336Original Principal Amount: $45,399.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 2 9 , 0 1 7 . 3 3




LOTS 32 AND 33, BLOCK 35, THE HAY-DEN PLACER COMPANY'S SUBDIVI-SION OF THE HADEN PLACER,COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COL-ORADO.

which has the address of:125 Crystal StCripple Creek, CO 80813

NOTICE OF SALE


THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Giventhat I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon ofMarch 18, 2015, at the Teller CountyPublic Trustee’s Office, 101 W. BennettAve., Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at pub-lic auction to the highest and best bidderfor cash, the said real property and all in-terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirsand assigns therein, for the purpose ofpaying the indebtedness provided in saidEvidence of Debt secured by the Deed ofTrust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expensesof sale and other items allowed by law,and will issue to the purchaser a Certific-ate of Purchase, all as provided by law.



Attorney: JOLENE KAMINSKIAttorney Registration #46144MEDVED DALE DECKER & DEERE, LLC355 UNION BLVD., SUITE 250,LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228Phone: (303) 274-0155Fax: (303) 223-7932Attorney file #: 14-946-27537



Public Notice





Original Grantor: LYNWOOD D SUMNERJR. AND JACQUELINE E GAINFORD-SUMNEROriginal Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELEC-TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC.AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST NATIONALBANKCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt:WELLS FARGO BANK, NADate of Deed of Trust: 2/25/2009Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 3/4/2009Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.624621Original Principal Amount: $330,480.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 3 3 3 , 2 5 2 . 1 6


The failure to timely make payments asrequired under the Deed of Trust.


LOT 19, THUNDERBIRD ESTATES FIL-ING NO. 1, COUNTY OF TELLER,STATE OF COLORADO.

which has the address of:502 Skyline DriveWoodland Park, CO 80863

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: COURTNEY E WRIGHTAttorney Registration #45482JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C.9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD., SUITE 400,ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112Phone: 1 (303) 706-9990Fax: 1 (303) 706-9994Attorney file #: 14-004705



Public Trustees

Public Notice





Original Grantor: LYNWOOD D SUMNERJR. AND JACQUELINE E GAINFORD-SUMNEROriginal Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELEC-TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC.AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST NATIONALBANKCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt:WELLS FARGO BANK, NADate of Deed of Trust: 2/25/2009Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 3/4/2009Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.624621Original Principal Amount: $330,480.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 3 3 3 , 2 5 2 . 1 6




LOT 19, THUNDERBIRD ESTATES FIL-ING NO. 1, COUNTY OF TELLER,STATE OF COLORADO.

which has the address of:502 Skyline DriveWoodland Park, CO 80863

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: COURTNEY E WRIGHTAttorney Registration #45482JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C.9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD., SUITE 400,ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112Phone: 1 (303) 706-9990Fax: 1 (303) 706-9994Attorney file #: 14-004705



Public Notice





Original Grantor: STEVEN J HESSOriginal Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELEC-TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEEFOR LOANCITYCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S.BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ASTRUSTEE, FOR RESIDENTIAL AC-CREDIT LOANS, INC., MORTGAGE AS-SET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTI-FICIATES, SERIES 2006-QA2Date of Deed of Trust: 12/19/2005Recording Date of Deed of Trust :12/28/2005Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.589024Original Principal Amount: $180,000.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 1 6 3 , 3 3 7 . 6 0


Failure to pay principal and interest whendue together with all other paymentsprovided for in the Evidence of Debt se-cured by the Deed of Trust and other viol-ations of the terms thereof.


THE SURFACE ONLY OF LOTS 4 AND5, BLOCK 31, TOWN OF VICTOR,COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COL-ORADO.

which has the address of:209 South 6th StreetVictor, CO 80860

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: LISA CANCANONAttorney Registration #42043ARONOWITZ & MECKLENBURG, LLP1199 BANNOCK STREETDENVER, COLORADO 80204Phone: (303) 813-1177Fax:Attorney file #: 4500.100798.F01



Public Trustees

Public Notice





Original Grantor: STEVEN J HESSOriginal Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELEC-TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEEFOR LOANCITYCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S.BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ASTRUSTEE, FOR RESIDENTIAL AC-CREDIT LOANS, INC., MORTGAGE AS-SET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTI-FICIATES, SERIES 2006-QA2Date of Deed of Trust: 12/19/2005Recording Date of Deed of Trust:12/28/2005Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.589024Original Principal Amount: $180,000.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 1 6 3 , 3 3 7 . 6 0


Failure to pay principal and interest whendue together with all other paymentsprovided for in the Evidence of Debt se-cured by the Deed of Trust and other viol-ations of the terms thereof.


THE SURFACE ONLY OF LOTS 4 AND5, BLOCK 31, TOWN OF VICTOR,COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COL-ORADO.

which has the address of:209 South 6th StreetVictor, CO 80860

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: LISA CANCANONAttorney Registration #42043ARONOWITZ & MECKLENBURG, LLP1199 BANNOCK STREETDENVER, COLORADO 80204Phone: (303) 813-1177Fax:Attorney file #: 4500.100798.F01



Public Notice





Original Grantor: HENRY L LEWIS JRAND SHERYL A LEWISOriginal Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELEC-TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC. AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRY-WIDE HOME LOANS, INC.Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: THEBANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKATHE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUST-EE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERSOF CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CER-TIFICATES, SERIES 2007-12Date of Deed of Trust: 7/26/2007Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 8/8/2007Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.609629Original Principal Amount: $600,000.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 6 3 0 , 7 8 6 . 8 8




LOT 3, "THE RESERVE" AT TAMARACFILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF TELLER,STATE OF COLORADO

which has the address of:425 Pembrook LnWoodland Park, CO 80863-9494

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: JOAN OLSONAttorney Registration #28078MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP7700 E ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 150,CENTENNIAL, COLORADO 80112Phone: (877) 369-6122Fax: (866) 894-7369Attorney file #: CO-14-633762-JS



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On December 2, 2014, the undersignedPublic Trustee caused the Notice of Elec-tion and Demand relating to the Deed ofTrust described below to be recorded inthe County of Teller records.

Original Grantor: GERALD P. THAYERAND PEGGY L. THAYEROriginal Beneficiary: HOUSEHOLD FIN-ANCE CORPORATION IIICurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt:HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORA-TION IIIDate of Deed of Trust: 4/16/2007Recording Date of Deed of Trust:4/30/2007Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.606007Original Principal Amount: $71,577.90O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 6 0 , 7 0 3 . 1 9



THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BEA FIRST LIEN.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREINIS ALL OF THE PROPERTY EN-CUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THEDEED OF TRUST.

ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A'AND INCORPORATED HEREIN ASTHOUGH FULLY SET FORTH.

which has the address of: 640 CrystalPeak Road Florissant, CO 80816

NOTICE OF SALE


THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Giventhat I will, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon ofApril 1, 2015, at the Teller County PublicTrustee’s Office, 101 W. Bennett Ave.,Cripple Creek, Colorado, sell at publicauction to the highest and best bidder forcash, the said real property and all in-terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirsand assigns therein, for the purpose ofpaying the indebtedness provided in saidEvidence of Debt secured by the Deed ofTrust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expensesof sale and other items allowed by law,and will issue to the purchaser a Certific-ate of Purchase, all as provided by law.



Attorney: JOLENE KAMINSKIAttorney Registration #46144MEDVED DALE DECKER & DEERE, LLC355 UNION BLVD., SUITE 250 ,LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228Phone: (303) 274-0155Fax: (303) 223-7932Attorney file #: 14-913-27683


EXHIBIT FOR LEGAL DESCRIPTIONTrustee’s Sale No. 2014-0061

LOTS 2 AND 3, BLOCK 2, CRYSTALPEAK ESTATES SUBDIVISION FILINGNO. 1, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OFCOLORADO.**No common address given on Deed ofTrust. For informational purposes:**LEGAL DESCRIPTION CORRECTEDBY SCRIVENER'S AFFIDAVIT RECOR-DED 11/21/14 AT RECEPTION NO.675764 IN THE RECORDS OF TELLERCOUNTY.


Public Trustees

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Original Grantor: GERALD P. THAYERAND PEGGY L. THAYEROriginal Beneficiary: HOUSEHOLD FIN-ANCE CORPORATION IIICurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt:HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORA-TION IIIDate of Deed of Trust: 4/16/2007Recording Date of Deed of Trust:4/30/2007Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.606007Original Principal Amount: $71,577.90O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 6 0 , 7 0 3 . 1 9





ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A'AND INCORPORATED HEREIN ASTHOUGH FULLY SET FORTH.

which has the address of: 640 CrystalPeak Road Florissant, CO 80816

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: JOLENE KAMINSKIAttorney Registration #46144MEDVED DALE DECKER & DEERE, LLC355 UNION BLVD., SUITE 250 ,LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228Phone: (303) 274-0155Fax: (303) 223-7932Attorney file #: 14-913-27683


EXHIBIT FOR LEGAL DESCRIPTIONTrustee’s Sale No. 2014-0061

LOTS 2 AND 3, BLOCK 2, CRYSTALPEAK ESTATES SUBDIVISION FILINGNO. 1, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OFCOLORADO.**No common address given on Deed ofTrust. For informational purposes:**LEGAL DESCRIPTION CORRECTEDBY SCRIVENER'S AFFIDAVIT RECOR-DED 11/21/14 AT RECEPTION NO.675764 IN THE RECORDS OF TELLERCOUNTY.


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Original Grantor: JAMES K SHAFFOROriginal Beneficiary: ENT FEDERALCREDIT UNIONCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: ENTFEDERAL CREDIT UNIONDate of Deed of Trust: 1/13/2012Recording Date of Deed of Trust :1/20/2012Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.649995Original Principal Amount: $143,119.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 1 3 7 , 0 7 6 . 8 6





LOT 11, BLOCK 3, SPRING VALLEYFILING NO. 8, COUNTY OF TELLER,STATE OF COLORADO

which has the address of: 702 ValleyRoadDivide, CO 80814

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: COURTNEY E WRIGHTAttorney Registration #45482JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C.9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD., SUITE 400 ,ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112Phone: 1 (303) 706-9990Fax: 1 (303) 706-9994Attorney file #: 14-005089



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Original Grantor: JAMES K SHAFFOROriginal Beneficiary: ENT FEDERALCREDIT UNIONCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: ENTFEDERAL CREDIT UNIONDate of Deed of Trust: 1/13/2012Recording Date of Deed of Trust:1/20/2012Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.649995Original Principal Amount: $143,119.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 1 3 7 , 0 7 6 . 8 6





LOT 11, BLOCK 3, SPRING VALLEYFILING NO. 8, COUNTY OF TELLER,STATE OF COLORADO

which has the address of: 702 ValleyRoadDivide, CO 80814

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: COURTNEY E WRIGHTAttorney Registration #45482JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C.9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD., SUITE 400 ,ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112Phone: 1 (303) 706-9990Fax: 1 (303) 706-9994Attorney file #: 14-005089



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Original Grantor: WILLIAM H BROWNAND CAROLYN V BROWNOriginal Beneficiary: WELLS FARGOBANK, N.A.Current Holder of Evidence of Debt:WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.Date of Deed of Trust: 7/9/2012Recording Date of Deed of Trust :7/19/2012Recorded in Teller County: Reception No.654816Original Principal Amount: $161,200.00O u t s t a n d i n g P r i n c i p a l B a l a n c e :$ 1 5 6 , 5 7 0 . 6 8




LOT 8, BLOCK 3, FOREST EDGEPARK-THIRD ADDITION, COUNTY OFTELLER, STATE OF COLORADO

which has the address of: 905 ForestEdge PlaceWoodland Park, CO 80863

NOTICE OF SALE





Attorney: ALISON L BERRYAttorney Registration #34531JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C.9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD., SUITE 400,ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112Phone: 1 (303) 706-9990Fax: 1 (303) 706-9994Attorney file #: 14-004275



Government Legals Public Notice

ORDINANCE NO. 1230, SERIES 2015

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION18.09.090 F. 2. OF THE MUNICIPALCODE RELATED TO RESCINDING THE25-FOOT SETBACK IMPOSED ON THESALE OF NEW OR USED AUTOMO-BILES, RECREATIONAL VEHICLES,LIGHT TRUCKS, MOTORCYCLES,SNOWMOBILES AND BOATS.

SUMMARY: This ordinance amends themunicipal code rescinding the 25-foot set-back imposed on the sale of vehicles.

PENALTY: None.

This Ordinance was passed on secondand final reading on February 5, 2015after notice and public hearing and ishereby published by title only as requiredby Charter Section 7.6 to be effective sev-en days after this publication.

Jessica Memmer, Deputy City ClerkCity of Woodland Park

Legal Notice No.: 72580First Publication: February 4, 2015Last Publication: February 4, 2015Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF REQUESTFOR PROPOSALS

PPACG is accepting proposals from or-ganizations to supply services topeople 60+ and caregivers in El Paso,Teller, and Park counties. Proposalsare due by 5:00 p.m., Monday, March 2,2015. Services for which funding is avail-able, service specifications and the pro-posa l gu ide may be obta ined a twww.ppacg.org. The proposers' confer-ence is on February 4, 2015 from 8:00-12:00 in the Main conference room on thelower level at PPACG, 14 South ChestnutStreet, Colorado Springs, CO 80905. At-tendance at the conference is required inorder to be considered for funding. Con-tact Lisa Alldridge @719-471-7080 x134for additional information.


Public Notice

TELLER COUNTY BOARDOF ADJUSTMENT -- AGENDAFebruary 18, 2015 - 7:00 p.m.

City of Woodland ParkCouncil Chambers

220 W. South Avenue,Woodland Park, CO

I. Call to Order and Roll CallII. Election of OfficersA. ChairmanB. Vice-ChairmanIII. Adoption of 2015 Meeting Scheduleand First Meeting of 2016IV. Designation of Location for PostingAgendasV. Review and Approve Minutes –November 19, 2014VI. Consider a request by the City ofWoodland Park (Applicant & PropertyOwner) to vary the 50 foot setback for ex-isting structures (Shed 1, Shed 2, StorageTank, Water Tank) and from 50 feet to14.1 feet for a proposed addition to theFleet Maintenance Building in the Agricul-tural (A-1) zone all on Lot 2, Public WorksFacility Subdivision Exemption located inSection 7, Township 12 South, Range 68West of the 6th P.M., Teller County, CO(2400 Rampart Range Road).VII. Other ItemsVIII. Adjourn



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TELLER COUNTY BOARDOF ADJUSTMENT -- AGENDAFebruary 18, 2015 - 7:00 p.m.

City of Woodland ParkCouncil Chambers

220 W. South Avenue,Woodland Park, CO

I. Call to Order and Roll CallII. Election of OfficersA. ChairmanB. Vice-ChairmanIII. Adoption of 2015 Meeting Scheduleand First Meeting of 2016IV. Designation of Location for PostingAgendasV. Review and Approve Minutes –November 19, 2014VI. Consider a request by the City ofWoodland Park (Applicant & PropertyOwner) to vary the 50 foot setback for ex-isting structures (Shed 1, Shed 2, StorageTank, Water Tank) and from 50 feet to14.1 feet for a proposed addition to theFleet Maintenance Building in the Agricul-tural (A-1) zone all on Lot 2, Public WorksFacility Subdivision Exemption located inSection 7, Township 12 South, Range 68West of the 6th P.M., Teller County, CO(2400 Rampart Range Road).VII. Other ItemsVIII. Adjourn


Public Notice


AN ORDINANCE RECOGNIZING ANDCONFIRMING THE CITY’S WASTEWA-T E R U T I L I T Y S Y S T E M A S AWASTEWATER ACTIVITY ENTER-PRISE AND AUTHORIZING THE EXE-CUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LOANAGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COLOR-ADO WATER RESOURCES ANDPOWER DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITYAND THE ENTERPRISE, AND THE IS-SUANCE OF A GOVERNMENTALAGENCY BOND IN AN AGGREGATEPRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED$2,000,000 EVIDENCING THE OBLIGA-TION OF THE ENTERPRISE UNDERTHE LOAN AGREEMENT.

SUMMARY: This ordinance authorizes aloan agreement between the ColoradoWater Resources and Power Develop-ment Authority and the Enterprise.

PENALTY: None.




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Public Notice


AN ORDINANCE RECOGNIZING ANDCONFIRMING THE CITY’S WASTEWA-T E R U T I L I T Y S Y S T E M A S AWASTEWATER ACTIVITY ENTER-PRISE AND AUTHORIZING THE EXE-CUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LOANAGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COLOR-ADO WATER RESOURCES ANDPOWER DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITYAND THE ENTERPRISE, AND THE IS-SUANCE OF A GOVERNMENTALAGENCY BOND IN AN AGGREGATEPRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED$2,000,000 EVIDENCING THE OBLIGA-TION OF THE ENTERPRISE UNDERTHE LOAN AGREEMENT.

SUMMARY: This ordinance authorizes aloan agreement between the ColoradoWater Resources and Power Develop-ment Authority and the Enterprise.

PENALTY: None.




Public Notice


AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THEPUBLIC NOTIFICATION PROCESS ANDMETHOD FOR THE CITY OF WOOD-LAND PARK FOR THE YEAR 2015.

SUMMARY: This ordinance declares thepublic notification process and method forthe City of Woodland Park for the year2015.

PENALTY: None.




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Public Notice


AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THEPUBLIC NOTIFICATION PROCESS ANDMETHOD FOR THE CITY OF WOOD-LAND PARK FOR THE YEAR 2015.

SUMMARY: This ordinance declares thepublic notification process and method forthe City of Woodland Park for the year2015.

PENALTY: None.




Public Notice


AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE IS-SUANCE BY THE CITY OF WOOD-LAND PARK, COLORADO, OF ITS GEN-ERAL FUND BONDS, SERIES 2015, INAN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNTNOT TO EXCEED $10,100,000 FOR THEPURPOSE OF FUNDING THE DESIGN,ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION ANDEQUIPPING OF AN AQUATIC CENTERAND RELATED INFRASTRUCTUREAND PAYING THE COSTS OF ISSU-ANCE OF THE SERIES 2015 BONDS;PRESCRIBING THE FORM OF SAIDSERIES 2015 BONDS; PROVIDING FORTHE SALE OF SAID SERIES 2015BONDS; PROVIDING FOR THE PAY-MENT AND REDEMPTION OF SAIDSERIES 2015 BONDS FROM AND OUTOF THE CITY’S GENERAL FUND ASAPPROVED BY VOTE OF THE QUALI-FIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY; ANDPROVIDING OTHER DETAILS AND AP-PROVING OTHER DOCUMENTS INCONNECTION THEREWITH.

SUMMARY: This ordinance authorizesthe issuance of bonds by the City for thedesign, acquisition, construction, andequipping of an aquatic center.

PENALTY: None.




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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE IS-SUANCE BY THE CITY OF WOOD-LAND PARK, COLORADO, OF ITS GEN-ERAL FUND BONDS, SERIES 2015, INAN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNTNOT TO EXCEED $10,100,000 FOR THEPURPOSE OF FUNDING THE DESIGN,ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION ANDEQUIPPING OF AN AQUATIC CENTERAND RELATED INFRASTRUCTUREAND PAYING THE COSTS OF ISSU-ANCE OF THE SERIES 2015 BONDS;PRESCRIBING THE FORM OF SAIDSERIES 2015 BONDS; PROVIDING FORTHE SALE OF SAID SERIES 2015BONDS; PROVIDING FOR THE PAY-MENT AND REDEMPTION OF SAIDSERIES 2015 BONDS FROM AND OUTOF THE CITY’S GENERAL FUND ASAPPROVED BY VOTE OF THE QUALI-FIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY; ANDPROVIDING OTHER DETAILS AND AP-PROVING OTHER DOCUMENTS INCONNECTION THEREWITH.

SUMMARY: This ordinance authorizesthe issuance of bonds by the City for thedesign, acquisition, construction, andequipping of an aquatic center.

PENALTY: None.




Public Notice

The City of Woodland Park Parks andRecreation Advisory Board scheduledmeeting for Wednesday, February 11,2015 has been cancelled.


Public Notice

CITY COUNCIL AGENDAFebruary 5, 2015 * 7:00 PM

1. CALL TO ORDER.2. ROLL CALL.3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.4. CEREMONIES, PRESENTATIONSAND APPOINTMENTS.Mannon A. 2014 Update of the CrippleCreek and Victor Mine by Jane Mannon,Manager, Community Affairs.Matthews/Wilson B. Welcome YoungAmbassadors to the Keep Woodland ParkBeautiful Committee.Leclercq C. Consider appointments forUtility Advisory Committee Alternate Mem-ber and Keep Woodland Park BeautifulCommittee. (A)McFarland D. Presentation by local his-torian/author Mel McFarland on the Color-ado Midland Railroad from ColoradoSprings to Woodland Park.5. ADDITIONS, DELETIONSOR CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA.(Public comment not necessary.)6. CONSENT CALENDAR:(Public comment may be heard.)Leclercq A. Approve minutes ofJanuary 15, 2015 Regular Meeting. (A)7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:(Public comment may be heard.)A. None8. ORDINANCES ON INITIAL POSTING:Buttery A. Consider Ordinance No. 1232adjusting expenditure appropriations forthe General, Water and WastewaterFunds for the City of Woodland Park, Col-orado for the 2015 Budget Year, andamending Ordinance No. 1226, Series2014 on initial posting and set the PublicHearing for February 19, 2015. (A)9. PUBLIC HEARINGS:(Public comment is appropriate.)Wiley/Trimble A. Approve No. 1227 au-thorizing a loan agreement for theWastewater Plant Expansion with the Col-orado Water Resources and Power Devel-opment Authority in the principal amountof $2,000,000. (A)Leclercq B. Approve No. 1229 declaringthe public notification process and meth-od for the City of Woodland Park for 2015.(A)Riley C. Approve Ordinance No. 1230amending Section 18.09.090 F. 2. of theWoodland Park Municipal Code related torescinding the setback requirement on thesale of new or used automobiles, recre-ation vehicles, light trucks, motorcycles,snowmobiles and boats. (L)Buttery /Trimble D. Approve No. 1231authorizing the issuance by the City ofWoodland Park, Colorado, of its, Series2015 Bonds, in an aggregate principalamount not to exceed $10,100,000 for thepurpose of funding the design, acquisition,construction and equipping of an AquaticCenter and related infrastructure and pay-ing costs of issuance for the Series 2015bonds; prescribing the form of said Series2015 Bonds; providing for the sale of saidSeries 2015 bonds; providing for the pay-ment and redemption of said Series 2015Bonds from and out of the City’s GeneralFund and other legally available fund asapproved by vote of the qualified electorsof the City and providing other details andapproving other documents in connectiontherewith. (A)10. NEW BUSINESS:(Public comment may be heard.)Buttery/Leclercq 1. Resolution No. 790approving appointment of Wallie Dingwellas the City Treasurer. (A)11. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMSNOT ON THE AGENDA.12. REPORTS:(Public comment not necessary.)A. Mayor’s Report.B. Council Reports.C. City Attorney’s Report.D. City Manager’s Report:Fleer 1. Combined report of Economicand Downtown Development and MainStreet update. (A)13. COMMENTS ON WRITTENCORRESPONDENCE.(Public comment not necessary.)14. ADJOURNMENT.** Per Resolution No. 90, Series 1982.(A) Administrative(QJ) Quasi-Judicial(L) Legislative


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Woodland Park wrestlers gearing up for regional/state meetsSenior Tommy Hancock is hoping to make areturn trip to state

By Danny [email protected]

The Woodland Park High School wres-tling team is headed into the home stretch.

The Panthers will conclude their regular season this weekend and prepare for re-gionals the weekend of Feb. 13-14.

The state tournament will take place Feb. 19-21 at the Pepsi Center in Denver.

Among the top Woodland Park wrestlers

are seniors Tommy Hancock (120 pounds, a

state qualifier in 2014) and Jesse Weatherill

(145), juniors Kyle Stephens (heavyweight)

and Garrick Arias (106), and sophomores

Jordan Houck (126) and Jared Snell (220).

Woodland Park’s Jonathan Houck, in green, has a look of determination as he battles a Mitchell opponent during a dual meet on Jan. 28. Photo by Paul Magnuson


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beginning February 10!

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Reservoirs not � shed for 100 years By Dave Smith Contributing Writer

After what was a successful trial in 2014 the South Slope Recreation Area will open for a longer period this Spring. The area is part of the 9,000 acre South Slope Watershed and features near pristine wilderness that has not been accessed legally for decades.

The South Slope area was opened for the fi rst time in October 2014. The primary reason, according to Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Spe-cial Improvement Maintenance District Administrator Jon Carlson, is the fi shing.

“Those reservoirs were not fi shed legally for about 100 years,” he said. “Fly fi sh-ermen were excited to get up there and try it out and last year they were rewarded. Virtually every fi sherman caught multiple beautiful cutthroat trout and some of the experienced fi sherman said it was the best fi shing they had ever had.” Mountain bikers and hikers used the area as well.

The plan is to open the area on Memorial Day weekend in May and it will remain open through September. Access is restricted and by permit only. Permits must be obtained in advance at either the Parks and Recreation offi ces or online (springsgov.com/ssreserve). Online registration will open soon, according to Carlson.

The permit fee is $15 per vehicle for up to eight persons per vehicle. More than eight persons in a vehicle pay an additional $15. No more than 15 persons per ve-hicle are allowed at any time.

“Use is restricted to 18 vehicles. Parking is limited and we want to limit the im-pact of users on the resources,” Carlson explained.

The area allows access to a pair of reservoirs for fi shing: McReynolds and Mason. The McReynolds Trail is 2.4 miles round trip, while Mason Trail is 9.4 miles out and back. Fishermen must use either artifi cial lures or fl ies on the water and only non-motorized boats allowed on McReynolds Reservoir. No boating is allowed on Mason Reservoir.

On McReynolds all fi shing is catch-and-release. On Mason the limit for trout is one fi sh 16-inches long or less.

Dogs are not allowed in the South Slope Recreation Area due to sensitive envi-ronment including tundra and fen wetlands. The area also serves as a wintering and lambing site for bighorn sheep, which dogs would disturb.

Carlson suggests extra preparations if a visit to the South Slope area is in your plans.

“It is very scenic,” he said, “because most of it is above 11,000-12,000 feet.” He advises visitors to come prepared for all types of weather, dress in layers and have rain gear and extra clothing because weather can change quickly. Drinking plenty of fl uids is also important.

As the crow fl ies the South Slope Recreation Area is only about 20 miles from Colorado Springs, but the drive up requires a circuitous route around America’s Mountain. Carlson said it takes about an hour and a half to make the drive of about 50 miles to the entry gate.

Driving directions, regulations, restrictions and permit information are available online at:

springsgov.com/ssreserve or by calling Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (719) 385-5940. The plan is to open the area on Memorial Day weekend in May and it will remain open through September.Photo by Dave

Smith

Pikes Peak South Slope Recreation Area to open in spring

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