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Last-Minute Election Questions and Answers

By J. Patrick O’Leary

It’s mid-October: Have you received your ballot? Still need to register? Do you

understand how the recall election works? (Or anything on the ballot, for that matter?) This November, all elections will be conducted as a mail ballot election. A mail ballot packet, return envelope, secrecy sleeve and voting instructions should have been mailed the week of Oct. 12 to every eligible registered voter in Jeff erson County. You may return your voted ballot by mail (with adequate postage), at a Ballot Drop-off Location or at a Voter Service Center – for Wheaties and Edgewater residents, that’s as simple as going to your city hall. If you have not received your ballot or need to register, there’s still time. Missing your ballot? If you moved, you will need to update your residence. Colorado electors may review and update their voter registration records, including address information, online at www.govotecolorado.com. Need to register? To register to vote in Colorado, you must be 18 or older (16 year olds can register, but can’t vote until age 18), a U.S. citizen and have been a resident of the state for at least 22 days. You’ll need I.D., too. You can register in person up to and including Election Day (Nov. 3) at the Jeff erson County Elections Division at 3500 Illinois Ave., Suite 1100, (the Laramie Building) in Golden, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. You can also do so at any driver’s license offi ce or any city

clerk's offi ce in Jeff co. Don’t want to travel? The deadline for registering by mail was Oct. 12, but aspiring voters have until Oct. 26 to do so through the State of Colorado Online Voter Registration System, www.govotecolorado.com. To register online, you’ll need a Colorado State driver's license or ID card – otherwise, head on down to the Voter Service Center.

Did You Miss the Voter Forums? The Jeff erson County League of Women Voters, Edgewater’s mayor and Wheat Ridge United Neighborhoods have hosted free public forums on local ballot issues and to meet local candidates in September and early October. If you missed ‘em, you can still watch Wheat Ridge United Neighborhoods’ annual Candidates and Issues Election Forum on the City of Wheat Ridge Cable Channel 8, now through Election Day. This year’s event was videotaped on Sept. 30 in the Council Chambers of Wheat Ridge City Hall, and was to have featured candidates for Wheat Ridge City Council, City Clerk and City Treasurer, as well as Jeff erson County School Board (including those involved in the recall election) and proponents and opponents of Wheat Ridge Ballot Issue 300 (TIF Financing) and State Ballot Proposition BB (TABOR: Refund of Excess Taxes). The forum will be rebroadcast daily up

Is There Small Theatre?By Cyndy Beal

It’s often said there are no small roles when it comes to theatre. Perhaps it could

also be said there are no small theaters or infl uence when it comes to a community theater?

On 44th Avenue in between Field and Garrison, behind Joe’s Café, is a small theater in a nondescript brick building. This is where The Curtain Playhouse resides. They see their role as “bringing quality theatre education to the Denver area,” per their website.

They have revamped the space, which was the former home of the David Clifton Ministries (Carpenters Cupboard) food bank, now located in Lakewood. They do still fi nd food donations at their door from time to time. The Curtain Playhouse has kindly passed on these items to the food bank.

The Curtain Playhouse was founded by Tammy and Eric Franklin in 2005. The husband and wife team have an extensive performing arts history. Their combined resumes show experience between the two of them as actors, directors, producers, set building and costume design in hundreds of productions.

In September, two of their performers received awards for their February production of Les Miserables. The two awards were for Best Vocal and Best Supporting Actress and three additional nominations at the 10th Annual National Youth Theatre Awards in Phoenix. More than 400 productions were considered for the awards.

Over the last decade, they’ve moved their theater multiple times. They’ve operated their group in church basements, and most recently the Highlands Events Center for almost three years. They moved back to Wheat Ridge in April. Their previous location in Wheat Ridge was on 38th Avenue.

“We’re really glad to be here,” said Co-founding Director Tammy Franklin of moving back to Wheat Ridge. The Franklins have a long-lived connection to Wheat Ridge. The two worked together at a photo studio about 25 years ago.

More than a 100 students, mostly from the Highlands, are enrolled in the theatre programs. There are no auditions to enroll in the classes, which are open until they are fi lled. Instead auditions are held for the roles in the productions. Students attend

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Trunk or Treat Annual Halloween Fun

by Silvana Vukadin-Hoitt

One thing is for sure: Kids love their Halloween! The candy, the costumes,

the scary stories and haunted houses. It’s a good thing then that the Trunk or Treat festival and parade is back again this year at Stevens Elementary on West 38th Place.

Trunk or Treat was started by Wheat Ridge residents looking for a safe community event for their kids to celebrate the Halloween tradition. Initially created by a handful of parents as a neighborhood get together with a few cars, it swelled to 40 plus cars and 2,000 attendees within four years. Though Trunk or Treat still has the feel of a neighborhood bash, it is sponsored by Ridge at 38 and the ever expanding popular event is managed by Wheat Ridge 2020.

Britta Fisher, Executive Director of Wheat Ridge 2020 says that the event is a good representation of how the Wheat Ridge community supports its own. “Trunk or Treat is really a wonderful experience for everyone and is supported with plenty of eff ort from volunteers, families and business owners alike, bringing our community at large together for a fun as well as a safe experience for our kids to enjoy.”

The festivities get started on Saturday afternoon at three o’clock when the fi rst cars start rolling into the Stevens Elementary parking lot, decorated to the hilt. The trunk of each participating car is decked out with a Halloween motif; some scary, some sassy and some wild and wacky.

The cars will line up to show off their special decorations and also to reveal the goodies hidden in the trunks. Donations from the community guarantee that there will be plenty of candy mixed in with pencils and other useful school supplies for the trick or treaters, at least until the supply lasts. Trunk or Treat party offi cially starts at 4pm and ends at 6pm. With a couple thousand people projected to attend the aff air, it might be a good idea to come early with the kids already dressed in costume and ready

to go. With support from members of the

local Fire District and Police Department in attendance, the event will kick off as high school student volunteers lead the initial walk around the school parking lot for the costume parade at 4pm.

Kristi Czajkowski, who along with her team of friends has participated the last three years, is looking forward to showing up again this year with her Trunk of goodies. “Some of the decorations are extremely well executed and the car owners go all out. It’s really worth coming down to see the creativity and thought that goes into the decorations.” She said that for her and her friends, it’s a great opportunity to hang out and do something supportive for the kids and community-oriented. “We decorate our car as creatively as we can with what we have around the house so that we can spend our money on buying candy for the trick or treaters.” Everyone will have a chance to vote on which ‘Trunk’ they think has the best decorations, with vote tickets given out during the event by volunteers.

“Trunk or Treat has a strong showing because the community members consistently support it”, says Britta Fisher.

The general consensus is that the event will have a high attendance rate which means that there is a chance more candy and supplies donations could be needed. Anyone wishing to drop off candy donations can do so at Right Coast Pizza, the Wheat Ridge 2020 offi ce located at Vectra Bank, as well as other businesses along the 38th Avenue corridor. Parking for the event will be available at the Vectra Bank building and there is off street parking around the neighborhood. As an alternative, riding bikes, walking or taking the RTD bus #38 to the event are encouraged. Volunteers are still needed and if interested, should call 720-259-1030 and speak to Carolyn or Colleen at Wheat Ridge 2020. Trunk or Treat is also sponsored by Vectra Bank and Neighborhood Gazette.

WITCHES AND HALLOWEEN WARDROBE GRACED the grounds at the 2014 Trunk or Treat Event in the parking lot of the then Wheat Ridge 5-8 School, now Steven’s Elementary. Once again, thousands are expected to attend this annual event on Saturday, Oct. 24, starting at 4 p.m. PHOTO: BRITTA FISHER

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GUEST EDITORIALS

No On #300Fellow Wheat Ridge Citizens,An important decision needs to be

made in the upcoming election. Do we want to keep Wheat Ridge moving forward or do we want to stop it in its tracks? Do we want to continue to see new businesses in Wheat Ridge and new shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities? If Ballot Issue 300 passes Wheat Ridge will stop in its tracks.I am writing today in strong opposition to issue 300 and I ask you to vote NO on 300.

If 300 passes it will not stop the Walmart Grocery at 38th and Wadsworth. The retroactive language has been deemed unconstitutional by the Colorado Supreme Court in a similar measure in Golden. The proponents know this too and are already gearing up for the costly legal battle that we taxpayers will be left paying for.300 is anti-business and puts Wheat Ridge at a competitive disadvantage to our neighbors. We need to keep Wheat Ridge open for business and 300 will put up barriers that push jobs, revenue and opportunities out of our city to our neighbors.I am voting no on 300 so that local businesses generate money to pay for improvements through the use of TIF, instead of our taxes being raised to pay for these improvements. I say let taxes from businesses pay for our improvements to roads, sidewalks and drainage.I ask you to Vote No on 300 because it is risky. It will increase bureaucracy and be very expensive to taxpayers. Every project over $2.5M, which is an arbitrary number with no data to back it up, will have to be approved by a special election that we the taxpayers pay for. That takes money away for essential services like the police and road maintenance.Finally, vote no on 300 because it is an unknown experiment to stop a project that that will go ahead anyway. Do we want to gamble and sacrifi ce future projects on an experiment with an arbitrary dollar amount set in our City’s constitution? This is a bad idea. VOTE NO.

Sue Schafer,Former State Representative

Yes on #300Members of grass-roots citizens’

organizations such as Keep WR Local worked hard to put Ballot Question 300, or TIF Reform, to the voters this year. We want smart and sustainable development. We want business to thrive in Wheat Ridge.

We believe that developers are and will be interested in Wheat Ridge, now and in the future. Smart developers know that Wheat Ridge is one of the best markets in the metro Denver area and shows no sign of slowing.

TIF reform is a topic being discussed in communities along the Front Range and elsewhere in the country; it is long overdue and much needed. It is the reason why there was a push at the State level, and fi nally passage, of a law (HB 1348) to enact county representation on the URA board. Cities do not see increases in revenue from urban renewal projects for up to 25 years. The URA (in this case Renewal Wheat Ridge) gets to keep the revenues to pay off the debt of the TIF Authority. According to the Colorado Property Rights Coalition, there were almost $150 million dollars in collected TIFs in Jeff erson County in 2010. These dollars don’t go to schools, libraries, or other public services. Additional taxes are then requested for needed services, such as the current request to raise the mill levy for Jeff co Libraries on the November ballot.

Before TIF, developers took the risk (as businesses do) to build. Now with TIF, they are asking taxpayers to take the risk instead of them. We believe that developers should take the risk, especially since they are the ones who will profi t from growth. We also believe that if monies are going to be held from city revenues, citizens should have a say in how that impacts our community, and by how much.

Other communities are seeing development without TIF or at reasonable TIF amounts. Citizens have seen many and various businesses open in Wheat Ridge over the past couple of years with no TIF monies. Citizens know the downturn in the economy is over and Wheat Ridge is ready for new and exciting businesses. Development will still occur in Wheat Ridge.

By voting YES on Ballot Question 300:• It gives our community, our citizens,

the right to vote on urban renewal plans that contain TIF (Tax Increment Financing) greater than $2.5 million.

• It promotes smart development by giving citizens a voice in the future of our community and its development.

• It provides accountability and transparency with regard to how our tax dollars are spent by an unelected board.

Citizens who want a say in their city’s future will vote yes on 300. Join us in voting yes on Ballot Question 300, supporting TIF Reform in Wheat Ridge.

Debbie Sarcone, Keep WR Local

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What Should You Do If You Have a Family History of Cancer?

By Breanna R. Roscow, MS, CGC

We're all familiar with how our family's medical history can impact our own

health. This can be especially true when it comes to cancer. Stories about people such as Angelina Jolie and the gene mutation she carries related to hereditary breast and ovarian cancer or Jimmy Carter and his battle with metastatic melanoma and his family history of pancreatic cancer, have recently been more common.

More and more we are learning how both family history and genetics can increase our risk of developing cancer. For anybody with a family history of cancer, this can seem scary and overwhelming. However, just because your family members have had cancer does not necessarily mean that you are going to develop it too. In most cases, the cause of cancer in a family is unknown and is not believed to be genetic. However, in a small percentage of cancers the specifi c cause can be linked to a genetic reason. These cancers are called hereditary cancers and make up approximately 10 percent of all diagnosed cancers.

Some signs that a family history of cancer may be hereditary include cancer diagnosed at a relatively early age (usually before age 50), multiple family members with cancer on one side of the family, someone diagnosed with more than one type of cancer (the same type of cancer two times or diff erent types of cancer), or someone diagnosed with a rare type of cancer, such as ovarian cancer or male breast cancer.

If you are concerned that your personal

or family history has signs of hereditary cancer there are several things that you can do:

• Collect your family history information. Write a detailed list of who has had cancer in your family including the type of cancer and the age of diagnosis.

•Talk to your physician. Discuss your family history and your risks for developing cancer. Also discuss whether the cancer screening you do, like mammograms and colonoscopies, is suffi cient or if you should be doing more.

• Speak with a genetic counselor. If you are concerned that your family history of cancer might have a genetic link, have your physician refer you

to a genetic counselor to discuss your options.

Genetic counselors can give you personalized information about your risks for cancer as well as cancer screening according to your specifi c needs. Not everyone who goes to a genetic counselor needs genetic testing.

Knowledge of the genetic causes of cancer is changing rapidly. In recent years, we have discovered new genes related to cancer and are now off ering updated and more comprehensive genetic testing. While we are not always able to fi nd an exact reason for why cancer occurs in families, genetic counselors are a valuable resource to help you understand your family history and how it could impact your health. Breanna R. Roscow is a certifi ed ge-netic counselor at Lutheran Medical Cen-ter. She can be reached at 303-425-8191, or [email protected]

Winterizing Your PetsBy Zia Meranto

It’s beginning to feel a lot like winter and as we begin to weatherproof our stuff , let’s

not forget to winterize our pets. Following are a few tips on how to keep our pets, comfortable and healthy during the winter months.

If your pets are outside even part-time, make sure fresh water is available and kept unfrozen. Also your pets may need additional nutrients in cold weather. If they appear to be stiff and move slowly try some holistic and/or medical treatments that can help them move more easily.

Unless your animals are acclimated to the cold and are of the arctic breed, (Husky, Samoyed, Malamute) they need a dry, warm and well insulated shelter with plenty of clean dry bedding. When outside, dogs may need to wear an extra layer--smaller dogs in particular have diffi culty maintaining a normal body temperature when exposed to freezing conditions.

Sometimes the weather is so cold we may not want to be out in it, but dogs still need exercise. However, be careful where you exercise them. Icy roads and sidewalks are often de-iced with a salt mixture that is toxic and harsh on your dog’s paws. If they will tolerate it (mine won’t) put on some booties. If not try lubricating their paws with Musher’s Secret, Vaseline or cooking spray like Pam before you take them out. At the end of walk dip the pads of your dog in warm water to remove any salt. Also keep your dog’s nails and the fur between the pads trimmed; this reduces the amount of snow and salt build-up.

Antifreeze is toxic as well. A few licks of antifreeze can cause kidney failure and neurological symptoms, often resulting

in death. Prevent your pets from having access to antifreeze by checking under your vehicles for leaks and storing antifreeze in a safe place.

When temperatures drop, outdoor cats like to snuggle in car engines for extra warmth. Tap the hood before starting your engine to encourage them to scoot.

Contrary to what people believe matted fur (of any length) is not insulating. In fact, a dog with a matted coat will get cold faster than one with a well brushed out coat. In order to keep small tangles from becoming large mats, your dog’s coat should be brushed regularly particularly before and after they play in snow. When tangles get wet, they become more tangled. If your dog is matted and needs to be shaved put a sweater on them but don’t leave it on full-time as sweaters can cause tangles; take it off and brush your dog.

Due to low humidity and home heating, winter dandruff and dry skin can occur. I have found the healthiest fi x for this is coconut oil. I feed it to my dogs and apply it to sores and cracked pads. When feeding it to your pet, start out with small portions, eventually increasing the amount to one-half teaspoon daily for a 30- to 40-pound dog.

Lastly, the holidays are coming so refrain from feeding holiday food to pets. In addition to adding unwanted and unhealthy pounds, eating rich, fatty foods predisposes them to gastrointestinal upset and pancreatitis.

Cautionary note: Halloween is approaching, put the candy out of reach. Zia is owner of Muddy Paws Bath House and the Opshop where profi ts from the sale of art go to the Wild Animals Sanc-tuary and Project Thrive--Compassion in Action.

Did you miss the League of Women Voters Education Forum on Ballot Issue #300?

Did you miss the Wheat Ridge United Neighbors Candidates and Issues Forum?

Both forums are being rebroadcast on WRTV8

(City of Wheat Ridge’s Government Access Channel), available online OnDemand anytime on the

City’s Website www.ci.wheatridge.co.us

or on YouTube at www.youtube.com/user/wheatridgetv8

Both forums are playing daily up until Election day.

If you need assistance accessing these videos, please call the

City of Wheat Ridge at 303-234-5900.

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Guy Nahmiach

SCHOOL CROSSINGWhat Does This Guy Stand

For???By Guy Nahmiach

Today was an end to another amazing week in our local schools.

Sunday was the 5th running of the Prospect Valley 5K GoldRush. Just a wonderful event with sponsors raising dollars for classrooms. Even as a past PTA president for PV, I was even prouder today to see that event grow to attract the community and celebrate such a wonderful school led by principal Collins. A special shout out to Cara, Sara and, of course, Allison for putting together the best edition yet of the GoldRush. Way2Go!!

This comes on the heels of another great event over at Everitt Middle, which held its first movie night. Over 100 people showed up last Friday night on Everitt's lawn with their sleeping bags and snacks to enjoy a movie on a 20ft tall screen. This was a free event open to families and neighbors. Another step in Principal Gomez and their PTA's mission to engage the community to come and experience Everitt first hand.

This past week was also IB info night at Lakewood High. Many Wheat Ridge families showed up as they explore options for their middle schoolers. These students are not wowed by cheerleaders and football stories. They are actively searching for an environment that will challenge their abilities and knowledge every day, in every way.It's also college fair season. Even if your student has no idea what field they want to pursue. It is a learning lesson for parents and students to meet with college representatives and discuss options. Different schools focus on various programs. Scholarships come in many forms and are available to students of all levels, income and areas of interest. The earlier you start investigating the easier it becomes in establishing a path and securing results.

It's hard not to think about the school board elections and I really didn't want to "get into it", but I have an amazing neighbor

and a wonderful teacher friend who both have expressed their opinion that while they read my column … they don't really know

which side I'm on. So let me me just share these 4 points with you.

1) I don't care who wins … I keep a good relationship with my kids and their teachers. Together we create a positive learning environment void of any political influence.

2) I don't believe in recalls. Next time get off the couch and vote. I want my kids to understand that elections are

important and not everything in life gets a "do over.”

3) Teachers need to be treated with respect. It is the single most influential profession over our kids' lives.

4) There are 13 candidates that have stepped up to the plate and deserve your attention. If you want to make a difference in your children's lives, vote. Or better yet, join their school's PTA and get involved.

Here is what I will take sides on though … while our great city of Wheat Ridge is busy promoting healthy habits and bicycles, they allow our existing bike paths to get covered in broken glass and gravel, forcing our kids who are trying to get to school to move over into the car lanes. Fact: While the cities of Lakewood and Golden each sweep their streets 13 times per year each…Wheat Ridge does so only twice a year! Maybe instead of creating new paths and paving streets…we can make the ones we already have safe and useful.

Finally, I wanted to give a special "thanks" to the Nissan dealership on Colfax … as my 16 year old daughter begins exploring the world with her driver's license, she also found out what happens when you underestimate the meaning of "low fuel" on the dash.

Huge "thanks" to the Nissan staff for pushing her off Colfax and securing her car until dad shows up with spare gas. Fatherhood never ceases to bring joy … as always, thanks for reading. Contact Guy Nahmiach at 303-999-5789 or [email protected].

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District I Candidates

MONICA "PEMA" DURANHow long have you lived in Wheat

Ridge? Why did you decide to move here? If you’ve been here less than five years, how long do you plan on staying in Wheat Ridge?

My family and I have lived in Wheat Ridge for over 20 years. We moved here because of the small town feel, established neighborhoods and the sense of community.

Do you want to change Wheat Ridge? If so, on what city or community would you model your changes? ‘

I do not want to change Wheat Ridge. We are unique among the foothill communities. What I do seek to change is the lack of our city council representatives response and appreciation for citizen feedback. The city recently conducted a citizen survey, and on the subject of encouraging citizen participation--with 1 being the best score and 23 being the worst--Wheat Ridge ranked 21. In the area of public information services--with 1 being the best score and 12 being the worst--Wheat Ridge ranked 11. This survey confirms what we have known for quite some time: our citizens feel alienated.

If you have school-age children, do they attend Wheat Ridge schools? If you have younger children, do you plan on enrolling them in Wheat Ridge schools?

I do not have school age children, but when I did, they attended Wheat Ridge schools.

What are your “priority” issues?1) A fiscally responsible approach to

the redevelopment and street-scape of 38th Avenue; 2) Safe and well maintained parks and open spaces; 3) Strong and safe neighborhoods; 4) A balanced budget that spends tax dollars on the taxpayers with projects and services that benefit the entire community

I want to continue working with and for the residents of Wheat Ridge. In addition to my work on defeating the 38th Avenue ballot measure 2B and putting TIF reform on the ballot (#300), I serve on the Wheat Ridge Fire District Board and the foundation board of the Jefferson Center for Mental Health.

WILLIAM J. "BUD" STARKERHow long have you lived in Wheat

Ridge? Why did you decide to move here? If you’ve been here less than five years, how long do you plan on staying in Wheat Ridge? 40 years (same house). We liked the quiet rural feel of the community and its proximity to the urban core and the mountains.

Do you want to change Wheat Ridge? If so, on what city or community would you

model your changes?I would like to see Wheat Ridge continue

to evolve as its own city, being shaped uniquely by the creativity and hard work of its citizens.


Our children are grown now, but they attended Jefferson County public schools in Edgewater, Wheat Ridge, Arvada and Lakewood (and college in Denver). They received a good education in all of their schools.

What are your “priority” issues?First, develop community strategies that

foster creative listening and collaborative decision-making. Work to support our senior population in our Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC) to foster services that promote aging in place. Continue to support public safety measures that increase effectiveness and efficiency through training, regionalization and technology enhancements. Work on developing long-term funding sources/solutions to support our city services. Reach out and support the existing and new small business community.

District II Candidates

KRISTI DAVIS1. How long have you lived in Wheat

Ridge? Why did you decide to move here? If you’ve been here less than five years, how long do you plan on staying in Wheat Ridge? I’m a 5th generation Wheat Ridge native who does not plan on leaving Wheat Ridge. This is my forever home.

Do you want to change Wheat Ridge? If so, on what city or community would you model your changes?

I do not want to change Wheat Ridge; we have a wonderful city. But I do want to move our city forward in a way that honors our heritage. By improving our city in the areas of business development and revitalization – as many of our surrounding cities have done – we can generate an increase in tax dollars that can be used for city infrastructure and public safety, preserving what we love about Wheat Ridge.


I don’t have children, but I have been active in our schools through PTA and fundraising events, as well as in the classroom. I’m proud that Wheat Ridge is a wonderful city to raise a family.

What are your “priority” issues? My top issues are public safety,

business development, communication, and improving 38th Avenue based on citizen input.

VIVIAN VOSHow long have you lived in Wheat

Ridge? Why did you decide to move here?16 years. I lived in Highlands Denver for

10 years, got married and needed a larger garage and house. My friends lived in the house we bought and thus influenced our decision on where to live. But I still liked that the yard and house we bought just happened to be in Wheat Ridge.


Not too much. Citizens are enjoying the large yards and neighborly feel that aren’t as prevalent in other metro cities. I like my brick house, my yard and all my neighbors. I would like to see more mom/pop shops and cafes.

No one city is a model for change, but I believe some cities have done a better job on certain issues. Parking, school pick-up/drop-off, attracting fun new interesting businesses and such are some of the changes citizens have told me they want. If you have school-age children, do they attend Wheat Ridge schools? If you have younger children, do you plan on enrolling them in Wheat Ridge schools?

No children.What are your “priority” issues? The

citizens are my priority. What they want and how they want it with better usage of citizens' taxes. Most citizens I have been talking to and those who seek me out want a different 38th Avenue plan and better thought on a development at 38th and Wadsworth. They want traffic that moves and but not too fast.

District III Candidates

THOMAS LUNDYHow long have you lived in Wheat

Ridge? Why did you decide to move here? If you’ve been here less than five years, how long do you plan on staying in Wheat Ridge? My family moved to Wheat Ridge in 1962. My wife, Victoria, and I have lived at our current address for twenty years. My father lives next door. We plan to remain in Wheat Ridge.

Do you want to change Wheat Ridge? If so, on what city or community would you model your changes? I am most interested in creating a responsive city government. The people are the proper arbiters of how change is to be accomplished.

If you have school-age children, do they attend Wheat Ridge schools? If you have younger children, do you plan on enrolling them in Wheat Ridge schools? We have no children.

What are your “priority” issues?1. Promoting a general policy of working

on behalf of the citizens, as opposed to imposing unwanted schemes and “solutions.” This includes exercising better control and evaluation of the activities of city staff.

2. Enhancing the transparency in city government, openness in how decisions are reached, and complete and convenient access to city documents.

3. Formulating an innovative and imaginative approach to the future of Wheat Ridge, with an eye to sustainable and meaningful growth, while respecting established Wheat Ridge businesses.

GEORGE POND1. How long have you lived in Wheat


I have lived in Wheat Ridge for 10 years. My wife Jill and I moved here to start and raise a family.


Yes and no. I think that Wheat Ridge needs smart change to compete with neighboring communities, attract new residents and businesses, and promote the growth that will assure citizens the resources they desire. At the same time I think that there is a physical and lifestyle heritage that we should embrace.


My daughters Zoe (7) and Sydney (6) both attend Compass Montessori in Wheat Ridge.

What are your “priority” issues?Fundamentally, my priority is the

continued growth and vitality of our community. I would like to focus on: finding creative solutions to increase the city’s investment in our critical infrastructure and core services; economic development with a goal of developing the I-70 and Youngfield “Cabela’s” site; and finding ways to mitigate overall traffic issues while advancing alternative transportation opportunities.

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Ridge? Why did you decide to move here? If you’ve been here less than five years, how long do you plan on staying in Wheat Ridge? I moved to Colorado 31 years ago and I chose Wheat Ridge as my home

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because of its rural atmosphere while still being in a large metropolitan area and close proximity to the mountains and accessibility to Denver. I have no intention of moving out of Wheat Ridge.

Do you want to change Wheat Ridge? If so, on what city or community would you model your changes? I would use the word improve rather than change and move Wheat Ridge forward to keep its unique rural character. The goal is to keep it viable and attractive to new families and businesses while considering the current ones. There is no reason to model Wheat Ridge against any other, but to create a good mix of residential and business opportunities that would sustain and benefit all allowing for a revenue stream capable of providing a quality of life for all citizens.


I do not have school-age children any longer. I have one son who attended Everett Middle School and Wheat Ridge High School and another son who attended Wheat Ridge High School as he was high school age when we moved to Colorado.

What are your “priority” issues?Citizen input and listening and hearing

what they have to say is important to me. I cannot always agree but to be able to understand the problems and explain the decisions I make are of utmost importance in involving the citizens in their city.

Keeping our city a vibrant and tax generating entity is essential to Wheat Ridge. We must be able to compete in order to have the necessary revenue to serve our citizens. Beautification, enticing services and businesses, and safety within the city are top priority. Our citizens need to have the ability to have their needs met in Wheat Ridge so they can spend their money here and keeping the ability to attract new businesses and enhancing the current businesses also attracts outsiders to use our services and spend their money within our city. I would place priority in being involved

in all negotiations and options regarding development proposals with the utmost consideration of citizen input.’

LARRY MATHEWSHow long have you lived in Wheat


I married into a Wheat Ridge family 46 years ago. My wife is a native and, over the years, has given me valuable insight into the traditional Wheat Ridge sense of home, family, and history. We have been in our current house for 32 years.Do you want to change Wheat Ridge? If so, on what city or community would you model your changes?

I do not wish to change Wheat Ridge. It is the country atmosphere and mountain vistas that bring people to our community. We are already a popular destination for young people looking for a great place to raise their families.


Three generations of our family attended Wheat Ridge Schools. We are still committed to preserving quality education in our city and county.

What are your “priority” issues?My priorities are to preserve Wheat

Ridge values, restore the people’s trust and voice in government, bring intelligent development consistent with our history, restore 38th Avenue, avoid saturating the city with high-density housing, and resist corporate welfare.

TreasurerGERALD "JERRY" DITULLIO

How long have you lived in Wheat


I have been a resident of Wheat Ridge with my wife Julie and our two children for 30 years. I was born in North Denver near old Elitches and grew up in the house that my father and mother built in the early 1950s.

2.Do you want to change Wheat Ridge? If so, on what city or community would you model your changes?

My goals as your next Treasurer are to follow the City Charter (the City's Constitution), to improve transparency at City Hall and to improve the reporting out to the public and City Council with regards to taxpayer dollars and the budget. I will continue to work with the current investment committee and I do support the new public online budget reporting system that is being implemented by the City, but the changes need to go farther with the "Open Checkbook" module of the new reporting system allowing "Year-to-Date" reporting for each fiscal year. If you want better than “this is the best we can do,” I respectfully as for your vote this election.

If you have school-age children, do they attend Wheat Ridge schools?

Our daughter attended Wheat Ridge High School and our son attended Mullen High School. I am currently a teacher at Wheat ridge High School.

What are your “priority” issues?Listening and responding to the citizens

and business of Wheat Ridge. The City needs to start working with the greater community for win-win solutions. The Council majority and City staff have constantly worked in an echo chamber the past four years pushing their agenda without a true back and forth dialogue with the greater community. The recent City Survey is telling of this problem. The scientific survey states "Residents feel less positive about City government and employee performance in 2015 than in previous years."

It's time for a change.

TRACY LANGWORTHYHow long have you lived in Wheat


I have lived in Wheat Ridge for 16 years and have no plans to move out of the city that has become my home.


I don't think Wheat Ridge needs to change but I do believe she could be spruced up a bit.

If you have school-age children, do they attend Wheat Ridge schools?

I have one child that attends school in Wheat Ridge.

What are your “priority” issues? My priority issue is fiscal transparency

and continuing investing conservatively.I am running for office because I believe

that my accounting degree and strong work history in accounting will make be the best candidate possible. I have served as the Treasurer on two Wheat Ridge non-profits and felt honored the organizations believed in my ability to help serve their mission. I also enjoy working with numbers to determine prevailing trends and find any errors. I look forward to serving my community by using my natural accounting talents that have been augmented with over 25 years of hard work.

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NEWS FROM EDGEWATERWhat's Inside?

By Bonnie McNulty

When I talk about 'What's Inside’ I am talking about things the average

citizen may not see or think about. The Gazette article, dated December 2007, featured the 'new' Mayor of Edgewater; that would be me. Now for my last Gazette article as Mayor I thought I’d take a look at how Edgewater met some of the challenges highlighted in the fi rst article.

Depew Street and 20th Avenue still looks as bad as ever from the outside, but what many don’t see is the work being done with Trinity Development Group to assure its redevelopment is of the highest quality.

Our Police department still needs a better facility, but we are well staff ed with improved equipment for our offi cers. Infrastructure projects are no longer conversations about budgeting. We have lined and/or replace sewer systems, updated water mains, removed lead water piping, replaced hundreds of water meters, reworked sidewalks, and are repaving all of our streets. Recycling is as convenient as taking out the trash.

The most diffi cult decision was to ‘retire’ The Edgewater Volunteer Fire Department, yet it needed to be done. Edgewater is now protected by the Wheat Ridge Fire Protection District, whose fi re protection services earned an ISO Rating that put them in the country’s top 98th percentile.

So did I do all of this as the Mayor? Of course not, because it’s what’s inside that counts. Edgewater’s staff , headed by our fi rst City Manager, supports Edgewater’s

Council, boards and commissions, and the Mayor’s offi ce. The City Manager, who works under the direction of City Council, has increased the professionalism of both our staff and our fi nancial management. It is through this support network that Council has become more eff ective and effi cient. Keep in mind, we did all of this during a recession. A great staff is what kept the City moving forward in a healthy manner. When I talk about ‘What's Inside’ I am talking about the heart and soul of all

of us who want Edgewater to be sustainable for many, many years. I appreciate all the friends I made both in Edgewater and the surrounding communities and hope to continue to be a big part of my hometown. Okay, maybe I wasn’t born here but after living here for 52 years it is my hometown, and I hope it is your hometown as well.

I challenge the new Mayor and Council to continue looking

toward the future and consider both the short and long-term eff ects of their decisions. There will always be challenges, and along with those challenges come opportunities.

Look deep into the issues and never forget, it is ‘What’s Inside’ that matters most.

I am still hosting Wednesday morning coff ees through November 4th, the day after the elections. I’ll be at Coda Coff ee on 25th Ave from 9:00 - 11:00am and will always be available for coff ee or even lunch with anyone in the future. Please feel free to call me to arrange times. Contact Edgewater Mayor Bonnie Mc-Nulty at 303-233-6216 or [email protected].

EDGEWATER CITY NEWSJeff erson Community Report to be Released on November 12

Schools in Edgewater and northeast

Lakewood have been struggling over the fi fteen years and new collaborative eff orts hope to change that reality. The Jeff erson Success Pathway is releasing a Community Report on the Jeff erson Area schools on Thursday, November 12. The Jeff erson Success Pathway is a collective impact project involving over 25 nonprofi ts, county agencies and community stakeholders with the goal of helping all kids in the Jeff erson Area succeed from cradle to career. The Community Report is a baseline report on the reality of education from cradle to career in the 80214 zip code. The report will share data on kindergarten readiness, 3rd grade reading and other important indicators of success.

The report will be released at an event at Jeff erson Junior/Senior High School from 6-7:30 pm on Thursday, November 12. More information can be found at jeff ersonsuccess.org.

Promising Developments at 20th and Depew

The search for a natural grocery to anchor

the new Edgewater Village development at 20th and Depew in Edgewater continues. On October 1, the Edgewater City Council voted on a First Reading of a resolution to renew a contract with Trinity Development for a third year. Based on the remarks made at the City Council meeting, the search could be coming to a positive conclusion in the next few months.

Vince Riggio from Trinity Development gave an update on the search process and answered questions from City Council members as well as the public. A small, natural grocery chain has signed a Letter of Intent to pursue opening a location at 20th and Depew, which according to Riggio, is a promising and substantial development in the process of redeveloping 20th and Depew. Now it is up to the natural grocery chain to raise money for their concept, which Riggio hopes will be completed by January or February of 2016. Once a lease is signed for the anchor natural grocery, then other retail leases will follow.

Riggio also explained that the development at the old St. Anthony’s site has helped draw interest to the Edgewater Village redevelopment. He also noted that Edgewater City Manager HJ Stalf has been a very important partner in fi nding the perfect type of development for the site. It would have been easy to fi nd a discount grocer for the site, but that would not have been the best long term solution for the area. According to Riggio, Edgewater’s patience will pay off when the best retail partners are found.

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Edgewater City Council Candidate

StatementsSteve Conklin

How long have you lived in Edgewater? Why did you decide to move here? If you’ve been here less than five years, how long do you plan on staying in Edgewater? I was honored to join Edgewater City Council last year when I was appointed to fill a mid-term vacancy. I've learned a great deal about managing our city and now I’m now seeking a full term to continue my service to Edgewater.

Do you want to change Edgewater? When I moved to Edgewater 17 years ago I was drawn to the community for its history, proximity to downtown Denver and unique character. Edgewater doesn’t need to try to be like any other community, as we have our own identity. Smart leadership can help Edgewater maintain the character that makes us special while continuing to be financially sustainable.

What are your “priority” issues? Some priority issues include addressing increasing parking concerns, implementing the 2013 Comprehensive Plan, strengthening our schools, seeing the 20th & Depew project reach its true potential and working with our police and fire departments in keeping the community safe.

Myra Armon KeebleHow long have you lived in Edgewater?

Why did you decide to move here? If you’ve been here less than five years, how long do you plan on staying in Edgewater? I have lived in Edgewater for 13 years – There’s a funny story about our move. My husband Rob and I used to enjoy taking strolls through Edgewater’s charming tree-lined streets. We noticed this old church on 26th Avenue and used to imagine what it would be like to live there. A few years later the house came on the market and we bought it. The house may have brought us here, but the community is the reason we love where we live.

Do you want to change Edgewater? If so, on what city or community would you model your changes? Cities evolve. The friction is that we want to maintain Edgewater’s human scale charm, yet still encourage economic growth that brings new businesses and people to our City. Edgewater is unique and I don’t believe we should try to recreate a different city in our community. However, I feel we can learn from places that have successfully embraced development that integrates with the existing feel of its streetscapes. Edgewater residents want our city to be walkable, bike-friendly, and easy to “age in place,” thus we should look at how other places have achieved these aims. Last year, I successfully advanced a resolution for Edgewater to become a HEAL community, which stands for Healthy Eating, Active Living. There are HEAL cities and towns all over Colorado working to make

their cities healthier. We can certainly learn from these models and also share our own accomplishments, as well.

If you have school-age children, do they attend Edgewater schools? If you have younger children, do you plan on enrolling them in Edgewater schools? Although I do not have school-age children, I am a former teacher and am a true advocate for neighborhood schools. I dream of a day when Edgewater’s schools will truly be Edgewater’s schools once again. And schools have a way of being reciprocal to the communities they serve. If the schools are good, people will more likely stay in Edgewater for more than just a few years. I also understand that making choices about your children’s education is a huge decision that cannot be taken lightly and that it is a decision that parents have to make on their own, regardless of what anyone else thinks. It’s a personal choice.

What are your “priority” issues? Our city is experiencing growing pains. The good news is that our economy is doing great, new businesses are opening, and we are making major infrastructure improvements. In the next few years, 20th and Depew will likely transform from a blighted lot to a retail and residential project that we can be proud of. On the other hand, growth brings parking and traffic issues, and construction projects that could undermine our city’s charm. Being a “hot spot” city is temporary- trends change, but cities carry on. I want to live where people put down roots, raise families, and grow old together. Clearly, the planning choices we make today will affect our community for years to come. Our Council, Planning and Zoning Commission and city staff need to deal with these issues quickly in order to ensure that we don’t lose our city’s greatest asset, its small town feel.

Katherine MulcahyHow long have you lived in Edgewater?

Why did you decide to move here? If you’ve been here less than five years, how long do you plan on staying in Edgewater? My family and I moved to Edgewater 2.5 years ago because we loved the combination of the town’s walkability and its quaint, friendly atmosphere. I want to preserve this; however, as with anything, we can improve upon what we have.

New development is happening in Edgewater, and I want to help balance new growth with small town tradition. (For example: ensure that the development of 20th & Depew St. reflects the needs of our community.)

The question about Edgewater schools is difficult. While our neighborhood school continues to earn great, deserved awards, my husband and I value the benefits of being bilingual and biliterate; for this reason we plan to send our children to a two-way dual language public school in Jeffco. Edgewater’s schools, infrastructure, and businesses continue to grow and improve; I want to be a part of this process and enjoy this town for years to come.

Todd RiddleHow long have you lived in Edgewater?

Why did you decide to move here? If you’ve

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been here less than five years, how long do you plan on staying in Edgewater? I came here 17 years ago to raise my family. It was easy to fall in love with Edgewater, it reminds me of where I was raised.

Do you want to change Edgewater? I support positive change that is right for this community and is on our terms. We are uniquely Edgewater without the need to emulate other communities to be successful.

If you have school-age children, do they attend Edgewater schools? No, my daughter is enrolled in an International Baccalaureate program not available in Edgewater. Jeffco offers parents the choice to choose schools that best match the needs of our children, not vice versa. Rather than this, we should be asking questions and sharing ideas that speak to progress towards strengthening our schools.

What are your “priority” issues? My “priority” continues to be our citizens. Areas of improvement that are equally important to me are education, safety, infrastructure, responsible growth, and the economic vitality of our city.

Kara SwansonHow long have you lived in Edgewater?

We have lived here since 2007 (we had a two-year hiatus in Hawaii for work and returned in 2013). Why did you decide to move here? We moved to Edgewater for multiple reasons. We wanted to be close to our jobs in downtown Denver but wanted more of an affordable and smaller community. We really liked the small-town feel of Edgewater.

Do you want to change Edgewater? I don't want to "change" Edgewater per say. I would like to keep Edgewater progressing as a city, focusing on local businesses while making informed choices for development/redevelopment that enhance the character of the city, not change it.

If you have school-age children, do they attend Edgewater schools? No. We have one school-age child who is in kindergarten. We decided to keep her at the small private school where she attended preschool that her younger brother currently attends. Our family experienced a lot of change in our time in Hawaii and we wanted to give them some consistency for a few years. We will certainly reassess this decision as they get older.

What are your “priority” issues? My family and I have lived in Edgewater since 2007. During that time we've seen it transform into a vibrant, bustling community with a small-town feel on the edge of a large city. This unique character is what makes Edgewater a place to which I'm committed to continuing our growth and progress in a thoughtful way. Our location is one that could easily be the next hotbed of redevelopment that may not be in the best interest of our citizens. Care and thought need to be placed into these decisions and my commitment to this city will support these discussions and decisions to do what is best for Edgewater. I've served on the Edgewater Redevelopment Authority for four years and am dedicated to taking the next step in service to our great city. In addition, as a working mother of two, nothing is more important to me than the safety of our children. Edgewater needs a walkable and

accessible street system; one that allows children, persons with disabilities, and our aging residents to travel safely on our sidewalks. The safety of pedestrians and awareness of drivers is near and dear to my heart and an issue I will pursue should I be elected.

Larry WelshonHow long have you lived in Edgewater?

Why did you decide to move here? If you’ve been here less than five years, how long do you plan on staying in Edgewater? I found our home on Kendall 25 years ago. It was funky, had solar panels and a perennial garden. My wife grew up on Ingalls Street and I knew she’d like it. We plan on aging-in-place and one day being the “very old couple" on Kendall.

Do you want to change Edgewater? If so, on what city or community would you model your changes? If Edgewater weren’t perfect, we’d have moved. I would support changes to make it more eclectic and small-town. I value the socioeconomic mix of people and the small-town feel. As I’ve told Council, “if you want to make Edgewater more like the Highlands, move there!”

If you have school-age children, do they attend Edgewater schools? If you have younger children, do you plan on enrolling them in Edgewater schools? Our now-grown children attended a small independent school. Parents must take the responsibility of choosing schools that fit their philosophy, regardless of the school’s location.

What are your “priority” issues? Uphold the City Charter and implement the Comprehensive Plan. Protect the philosophic minority that makes our city diverse. Keep decision-making transparent.

MayorKristian Teegardin

How long were you on city council, when and why did you run for that? I have been on City Council since 2011. I was encouraged by community leaders to run for City Council and was hesitant at first. I was cynical of politics, but I made a decision to run to help find solutions to our problems and also serve my community in a broader fashion.

When and why decided to run for mayor now? We have very strong legislators on Council, and we have a strong mayor in Bonnie who cannot run again due to term limits. I decided to run for mayor because I believe my strengths gravitate toward that role. I enjoy connecting people, being out in the community, and establishing positive relationships.

How would you describe council/mayoral races in Edgewater, and why? We are a small town with limited resources, and we cannot absorb divisiveness for extended periods of time. Nobody sees eye to eye all the time, but I think our current leaders put the needs of the community above self-interest. That is extremely vital.

How long a resident of Edgewater? 6 years.


UNDER THE DOMEHow You Can Save Applewood

Golf CourseBy Jessie Danielson

For many in Jefferson County, the Applewood Golf Course and the open

space nearby are part of our lives and our quality of life. The Applewood Golf Course is where seven high school and college teams train, and is also an event space for weddings, anniversaries and meetings. The 141 acres of open space are home to elk, deer, bald eagles, hawks, foxes, and other wildlife that our neighbors enjoy. However, a potential housing development threatens all of this – destroying the golf course and the open space used by hikers, dog walkers, cross-country skiers and more.

Now there is something that you can do to help save Applewood Golf Course. For Jeffco residents in the Prospect Recreation and Park District, voting for both ballot measures 5B & 5C will invest in the open space and stop the destruction of Applewood Golf Course.

For those voters who live very near the course – in Applewood and in Fairmount – you will have the opportunity to vote YES on both 5B and 5C. For a small investment

– about $7 per month for the average household – you will be preserving this property before it’s lost forever. By voting YES on both 5B and 5C, you will prevent school overcrowding while protecting neighborhoods from heavy traffic and

congestion. For those who do not have the

opportunity to vote YES on both 5B and 5C, but want to help save Applewood Golf Course, there is still a lot that you can do. Please visit YesForProspectParks.com.

There you will have an opportunity to volunteer or donate to the effort to get the word out about 5B and 5C. That’s how we can work together to save Applewood Golf Course.

Ballots for the November 3rd election will be arriving at your door soon. For any questions about voting by mail, dropping your ballot at a drop-box, or voting in person, please visit the Jeffco elections website at jeffco.us/elections. State Representative Jessie Danielson serves North-Central Jefferson County at the State Capitol. To reach Rep. Danielson or for information about upcoming Town Hall events, please call her at 303-866-5522 or visit www.jessiedanielson.com.

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class one night a week during the school year. In December they will present “Beauty And The Beast” in their 60-seat theater.

Last summer they had summer day camps and performed “Godspell” and “Mulan.”

“It’s a place where kids can safely and creatively express themselves,” said Franklin.

Many the students have studied theatre arts in college, and for some it becomes a creative outlet for their entire lives. Two of their prior students have gone on to work at Disney, said Franklin.

In the past they’ve offered full adult

productions as well—but for now all the classes are only open to students from K-12. Classes are divided by grade from the junior level K-6 and K-12.

Registration for January classes begins in October. Next year’s performances will be “James And The Giant Peach” and “Legally Blonde.”

A new choir, The Rhythm of Life Community Chorus, is using the space on Wednesday nights to rehearse. For more information go to the Curtain Playhouse website or call for general information: 720-308-2900. To purchase tickets for their December performances of Beauty And The Beast call the ticket hotline at 720-887-0122 or go to http://thecurtainplayhouse.com/

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recall, individually, each of three directors: Julie Williams, District One; John Newkirk, District Two; and Ken Witt, District Five. The reasons for recall are printed on the ballot, just vote yes or no. The ballot also asks, should the incumbent director be voted out, who should replace him or her: Brad Rupert, District One; Matthew Dhieux or Susan Harmon, District Two; and Ron Mitchell, Paula Noonan, or Regan Benson, District Five. Vote for one. Even if you vote against recalling a director, you can vote for his or her successor. For more information on voting in Jeff-co, contact the Jefferson County Elections Division at [email protected] or 303-271-8111.

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Mayor’s Partnership Award - Wazee Partners

The Mayor recognizes a company or program for their overall contributions. The award incorporates criteria from all categories as well as contributions in volunteerism, leadership, and community investment.

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A special recognition award was given to Tammy and Tim Glover, the owners of AAA Propane, for their cooperation and business spirit in allowing the reconfiguration of the propane tanks on their property to allow the construction of 50 new senior apartments.

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The City of Wheat Ridge and the Wheat Ridge Business Association (WRBA) gave out nine awards recognizing outstanding businesses and two individuals in the community at the 12th Annual Business Appreciation Awards Breakfast on October 8th.

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Let’s Talk TiresBy Tom Schmuke

Buying new tires does not have to be a financial burden. There are many tricks

to finding great deals on tires; as well as knowing when to shop for the best prices, especially if it is possible to plan ahead. Many folks wait too long to buy tires, which can actually be counter-productive.

Often, you may only need one or two new tires, but always make sure to buy the same tires as are already on the vehicle, so that they will be compatible with the remaining tires. However, it is worth noting that there may be rebates, manufacturer discounts, and other benefits to buying four new tires at once. Many mechanics will recommend replacing all four tires at once for the best price and performance.

For the best possible deals and sales, try to purchase tires in the fall. Tires tend to go on sale before the extremes in weather – so a little planning ahead can go a long way. I have found the winter deals are the best because most tire manufactures are a trying to get rid of their inventory by the end of the year and this makes for better sales. Most people tend to wait until the first snow of the season to change their tires, or purchase new ones, so shopping earlier in the season is a great way to find the lowest prices on all-season, or winter tires. Keep in mind: there

are many different types of tires to help with many weather and road conditions.

It’s also a wise decision to never wait until it is too late to buy new tires. With proper maintenance, rotations, and wheel balancing, most tires should last 5-6 years. Depending on the quality of the tire, most tires are rated at an average of 40,000-50,000 miles. However, lower quality tires may only last approximately 20,000 miles versus high quality that can last up to 80,000 miles. It may be less expensive to purchase the lower quality tires, but these will typically be replaced much more often than their higher end counterparts; the investment in higher quality tires will payoff in the long run.

Another great tip is to simply check with your preferred auto care provider or mechanic. Periodically, manufacturers will provide special deals or rebates on some of their best tires, making them affordable and accessible, and a smart investment. Shop around to find the best deals.. A little research will help determine the best tires for your needs, so depending if you are purchasing two, or four new tires, just swapping out your seasonal tires, or need a replacement, good quality tires can be a smart, cost-effective investment.Got a car care question? Email Tom Schmuke at [email protected].

CAR TALK WITH TOM URBAN PERSPECTIVECrawling into Fall

By Zach Urban

It’s beginning to look a lot like fall at the Urban home. The mornings are cooler

and the blankets are seemingly warmer. To this point we have avoided turning on our furnace, but the day will come sooner rather than later where we will have to take that plunge and turn on the furnace. For my wife, it is just this simple, one day we just turn on the furnace and everything works automagically.

What my wife does not get to enjoy are the cobwebs in our crawl-space where our furnace resides. She totally misses out on the crawl across the floor of the crawl-space to get to the furnace, the changing of the filter, the resetting of the pump, and the checking of the duct-work. I have gone back and forth about whether it is necessary to have a “fall check-up” done by a professional or whether my once-over will suffice.

I am able bodied and able to make frequent checks of the furnace through the year so I have a good idea if it’s working right, or not. If you haven’t checked on your furnace, or you are just reading here that your furnace has a filter, you might want to give the guys over at A Better Heating & Cooling Co a call at 720-435-8860 to schedule a time for them to come out and take a look at your system. They are a Wheat Ridge-based business and according to the Wheat Ridge Neighbors Facebook group, they have been doing a good job so far.

There are plenty of other local furnace repair companies out there, just make sure ahead of time to know what you paying for when you engage the services of a professional.

Can’t afford to fix your furnace? If your home does not have heat and you qualify for low-income energy assistance (LEAP), Energy Outreach can coordinate emergency furnace repair or replacement of your heating system. If you need assistance

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Stay warm and don’t forget about some of the great Halloween events going on in Wheat Ridge. The annual Trunk or Treat will occur in the parking

lot of the new Stevens Elementary School (Old WR5-8 building) on Saturday October 24th from 4pm-6pm. The Wheat Ridge Grange is hosting a Halloween party for the community on Thursday October 29th, from 6pm-8pm. Zachary Urban can be reached at 720-252-5930 or www.zacharyurban.com. The opinions expressed by the colum-nist are his or her own, and do not neces-sarily reflect those of the Neighborhood Gazette. Reader opinion submissions are welcome, but are published on a space-available basis and subject to the staff’s editorial judgment. Email comments or questions to [email protected].

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Halloween is an exciting time for everyone. As the festivities begin, concern about child safety should be foremost on your mind. Here are crime prevention tips to make your family’s night FUN and ghoulish!

Check your children’s candy before they eat it! Send them out with safe “starter” candy. Remind children to NEVER enter anyone’s home or car. Have all children trick or treat in groups. Set a time for trick or treaters to be home and remind them to call 911 if there is

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Halloween is an exciting time for everyone. As the festivities begin, concern about child safety should be foremost on your mind. Here are crime prevention tips to make your family’s night FUN and ghoulish!

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WHEAT RIDGE 2020 UPDATENew Wheaties Academy

Graduates Make a Diff erenceBy Rachel Hultin

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can

change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has” – Margaret Mead

On Oct. 1, 16 dedicated community members graduated from the inaugural Wheaties Academy, a Wheat Ridge 2020 grassroots leadership program designed to turn ideas into action from the ground up. Academy participants (aka “Wheaties”) met with grassroots organizations from around the region for inspiration about community art, action, placemaking, and storytelling before dividing into teams to complete community projects over the summer.

Team “Just Do It” hosted a well-attended block party in July before launching #WheatiesLove, a “guerilla neighboring” project celebrating small things that make Wheat Ridge unique. On Sept. 20, members of Team “Make It Happen” organized and hosted Connect 2 Creek, a wetlands stewardship and art festival bringing together students, businesses, residents, artists and city leaders to create a 29-panel community mural for the Kipling Street trail underpass at Lena Gulch. Projects were supported using seed money contributed by Mayor Jay and Council Members Pond, Davis, Wooden and DiTullio and matched by generous community donors.

The Wheaties were asked to defi ne community and describe a possibility they would like to work towards as part of the application process:

“Community is people living and working together, embracing diff erences, supporting each other, bringing their strengths to the table to continually move ahead collectively.”

“When I feel I’m part of a community, I no longer just care about myself but I care about the greater good of the whole.”

“There will always be topics of disagreements, but we need to foster respect, kindness, face-to-face discussions. There are so many great people out there with so many backgrounds, personal stories, and perspectives...with the need to feel heard, appreciated, and called to action.”

These are bold statements and I’m incredibly grateful to have such extraordinary citizen volunteers. We are all grateful that Wheat Ridge 2020 is able to invest in emerging community leaders. Through this investment, the Wheaties engaged hundreds of residents and business owners who collectively contributed thousands of hours of service.

Today, the Wheaties understand how to work

together, work with the city and to engage our community in support of transforming ideas into action. At least four Wheaties graduates are eager to mentor the 2016 Wheaties Academy class and encourage YOU to transform ideas into action.

Please join me in thanking the 2015 Wheaties Academy for their passion, vision and dedication to our community: Jenny Snell, Jeremy Schwartz, Rhiannon Gallagher, Leah Dozeman, Stephanie Meadows, Adam Wylie, Brittany Fitzsimmons, Kathleen Martell, Lee Recca, Joe & Mary DeAguero, Lucie Kiwimagi, Elise Hauer, Chris McCune, Jen Shepherd and Phyllis Hebb!

For more information on Wheaties Academy visit www.WheatiesAcademy.org

Rachel Hultin is an active volunteer with Wheat Ridge 2020 and many other com-munity organizations. She lives in Wheat Ridge and helped launch the Wheaties Academy as a program of Wheat Ridge 2020.

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By Bud Starker “…And so we are joined in a great

electoral battle….” Not so fast. Perhaps I’m

being over-infl uenced by Ken Burns’ reruns of “The Civil War.” A “great electoral battle?” Well, maybe a bit overstated, but we ARE having an election, aren’t we? Yes, but it’s an odd-year election, not even a bye-election. A few local city candidates, some school board things, a state question or two. No senators, no congressmen, certainly not the President…. (Gosh, I can hardly wait for the next 13 months of campaign… “Information”). Next year is the “real” election.”

But, again, not so fast. Someone said that all politics is local. This is where we indicate our preferences on the issues that

are closest to our lives - the roads we drive on, the safety we feel, the parks we enjoy, the education our children receive, how we engage our public life. There are real

diff erences in the candidates and the issues. This is for many the best opportunity for a citizen to make his or her feelings heard in the public space.

Our ability to have fairly contested elections with the outcome acknowledged by all sides is a hallmark of our culture and civil society. Many around the world envy the peaceful process we employ to

answer the questions that we face as neighbors. The best decisions we make are those we make together. We make these decisions together when we VOTE.

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Pumpkin Sacrifi ces

Come show off your creativity, skill and artistic fl air at a Pumpkin Carving Contest on Sunday, Oct. 25th from 2 to 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome to this free family-friendly event on West 29th Avenue and Depew Street in the parking lot of West 29th Restaurant and Bar. Pumpkins will be harmed with carving kits provided—additionally music will be provided for listening during Jack-o’-lantern creations and pumpkin transformations.

Halloween Party Time

Join in at this pre-O’Hallows Eve celebration on Thursday Oct. 29th from 6 to 8 p.m. at this free family-friendly event at the Wheat Ridge Grange at 3850 High Ct. Guests are asked to bring a canned food item to stock the Wheat Ridge United Methodist Church food bank. Festivities and food will include hot dogs, candy, crafts and other fall fun. To RSVP go to https://www.facebook.com/WheatRidgeGrange.

Whale of Sale

The Jeff erson County Library Foundation and Friends annual fall used book sale features a “Titans of Titles” with more than 100,000 titles to choose from--and low prices ranging from children’s books at 50 cents to hardbacks at $3, it’s a book lover’s paradise. Admission is free.

Proceeds from the sale benefi t the Jeff erson County Library. This three-day book-o’-plunder runs from Oct. 24 to Oct. 26 at the Jeff erson County Fairgrounds at 15200 W. 6th Ave. The hours for Friday and Saturday are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Friends member preview sale, open to Friends only, is Oct. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m.

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Jeff co Business Resource Center (BRC) is pleased to off er 12 hours of QuickBooks training starting Oct. 27th to Nov. 17th. This class is spread out over four weeks. Whether you are a beginner or have never used QB before – this class will help you to become profi cient in QuickBooks and get a handle on your business books. Space is limited and advanced registration is recommended. To register and for more information go to www.jeff cobrc.org

Six-week Fitness Sampler for Seniors

Try a diff erent fi tness program each week. For $6 a class on Wednesdays, Nov.4 to Dec. 9 from 10-11a.m. at Edgewater Plaza 2250 Eaton St., participants can try something new. A great way to mix up your exercise routine. This series will include yoga, lite aerobics (seated or standing), tai chi, walking, dance, and strength training.

CSC Stich ‘n Chatter, Fall Craft Bazaar and Bake Sale

Get a head start on holiday gifts and ideas with the Colorado Senior Connections Second Annual event for seniors to sell their crafts and wares. Purchase some baked items—or maybe win a door prize at this unique event. On Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. to 2p.m. at the Edgewater Plaza Senior Apartments 2250 Eaton St. To be a vendor (55 plus only) or for more information call Felica at 720-763-3042.

Wheat Ridge Budget Becoming More User Friendly

In an eff ort for greater transparency, the City of Wheat Ridge is using software that will allow residents greater and easier access to budget data.

This new Open Budget software presents the City’s budget through a series of online charts, graphs and visualizations to show budget priorities in a more interactive manner, which aims to be more user-friendly than the current City budget book. To view the proposed 2016 City Budget go to http://www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/

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Wheat Ridge has proud agricultural roots, from wheat to carnations to

those Jolly Ranchers that raised…um, well…to the mascot of our high school. It is where homesteading never went out of style.

These days, many of us who grew up in the suburbs and cities have joined those long timers and accepted our instinctual draw to know where our food comes from, to know what’s in it, and to get our muckin’ boots on. Most importantly, we see a couple generations of people that believe food comes from a grocery store, and witness kids that don’t believe you can eat a tomato unless it is in a Taco Bell wrapper. We don’t want our kids in that category, so we get started with gardens, graduate to chickens, and then gamble with bees.

Chickens are fascinating. Of course, most true farmers see them for nothing more than eggs and pot pies. But modern urban homesteaders name them, groom them, let them in the house, and even keep them years after they are done laying eggs as family pets. But keeping chickens can be quite simple and easy, and when they’re ready for freezer camp, you won’t have trouble finding takers. All they need is clean food and water and some shelter.

They do not need heat or extra light even on the coldest and shortest winter days. The trick is the balance between stagnant air and draftiness, both of which cause problems. Some people use heat and supplement light

to increase winter egg production, but it’s not required, and the counter argument is that chickens need winter downtime.

No matter how you care for your chickens, their varieties, egg colors, interactions and personalities make them a real hit for the modern homesteader. Beekeeping is another modern homesteading hobby that’s taken on in recent years.

Beekeeping has been around for many thousands of years, but the modern style developed in 18th century Europe as keepers figured out how to harvest honey without destroying the hive. As colony collapse disorder has ravaged hives throughout much of the world, more and more concerned homesteaders have taken up the hobby both to support pollination of our food and to harvest the wonderful honey.

Bees are much like chickens in that you can get by without a lot of care and still have success, but there are a few necessary tasks and checks to give the hive a fighting chance. The basic idea is this: help the hive grow so it can support itself through the winter after you take some of the honey for yourself. Most of the hive dies off each winter, but a few thousand can survive and rebuild the next year.

Wardle Feed and Dakota Bees are a couple Wheat Ridge businesses that can help if you do choose to take up these fun and rewarding hobbies. For more information, please contact Guy Nahmiach at [email protected] or 303 999-5789.

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WHEATIES CONNECT2CREEK – Wheaties Academy of Wheat Ridge 2020, with the support of the City of Wheat Ridge, many sponsors and seven-engaged enthusiastic community-minded people joined together to develop a community-based art project. The resulting project was called Connect2Creek. The project focused on the Lena Gulch spillway area, just east of Kipling and 41st Avenue. The Connect2Creek festival brought together kids, art, and environmental awareness. About 250 local people attended the event including Mayor Joyce Jay. The Connect2Creek was organized by Joe DeAguero, Mary DeAguero, Leah Dozeman, Rhiannon Gallagher, Stephanie Meadows, Lee Recca and Adam Wylie. More at Connect2Creek.org PHOTO CREDIT: RACHEL HULTIN

Neighborhood Gazette – October 2015

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