VOL. 40, ISSUE 14 24 PAGES THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2017 NEDERLAND, COLORADO $1.00 “Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.” ~ Mark Twain QUOTE OF THE WEEK The Mountain-Ear PHOTOS BY BARBARA LAWLOR Community speaks out to BVSD Music of the Mountains see page 8 Sports see page 17-21, 24 Letters & Opinion see page 4, 5, 9, 17 Movie of the Week see page 4 Taste of the Peaks see page 11 Government see page 14 Senior Scene see page 15 Mountain Critters see page 16 Tech Trends see page 18 Astrology see page 20 Library News see page 9, 23 Celebrating 40 years, all year long! Envision Nederland 2020 goal Nederland Town Administrator Alisha Reis explains the details of a proposal presented by the Boulder County Housing Authority at last Wednesday’s planning commission meeting. BCHA proposes affordable housing in Ned PHOTO BY BARBARA LAWLOR Reaching out for answers Nederland High School senior Bob Allen asks Boulder Valley School District administrators to rehire football coach Aaron Jones. BVSD administrators Michele DeBerry and Andy Tucker were present at a Nederland community “listening” session at the high school on Monday night. They said they would take comments back to the district for consultation and let NMSHS principal Carrie Yantzer know the results. See story page 6. Inside this Issue: Peak to Peak Animal : Full Circle see page 2, 3 Mountain Art see page 12, 13 Climate Conversations see page 23 Barbara Lawlor Nederland No one doubts there is a need for low- cost housing in Nederland. Last week, the Boulder County Housing Authority went before the Nederland Planning Board proposing a three-story, 36-unit, very low cost project to be constructed in the empty lot across from the RTD parking lot and next to the Calvary Chapel. BCHA Michael Lambert and Norrie Boyd gave a presentation to the planning board in a public hearing during the regular board meeting for preliminary approval of a low cost, work force PUD. Lambert cited that BC has three other affordable housing units in Nederland, but that there were 118 people on the waiting list, with a possibility of two openings a year. “We are seeking Nederland’s help in creating an inclusive community rich in tradition and history,” Lambert said, explaining that the site would encourage non-vehicle use, would include pedestrian sidewalks, connection to the town pedestrian trail and parking slots behind the project. Continued on page 12
“Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.”
~ Mark Twain
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
The Mountain-Ear
PHOTOS BY BARBARA LAWLOR
Community speaks out to BVSD
Music of the Mountainssee page 8
Sportssee page 17-21, 24
Letters & Opinionsee page 4, 5, 9, 17
Movie of the Weeksee page 4
Taste of the Peakssee page 11
Governmentsee page 14
Senior Scenesee page 15
Mountain Critterssee page 16
Tech Trendssee page 18
Astrologysee page 20
Library Newssee page 9, 23
Celebrating 40 years, all year long!
Envision Nederland 2020 goalNederland Town Administrator Alisha Reis explains the details of a proposal presented by the Boulder County Housing Authority at last Wednesday’s planning commission meeting.
BCHA proposes affordable housing in Ned
PHOTO BY BARBARA LAWLORReaching out for answersNederland High School senior Bob Allen asks Boulder Valley School District administrators to rehire football coach Aaron Jones. BVSD administrators Michele DeBerry and Andy Tucker were present at a Nederland community “listening” session at the high school on Monday night. They said they would take comments back to the district for consultation and let NMSHS principal Carrie Yantzer know the results. See story page 6.
Inside this Issue:
Peak to Peak Animal : Full Circlesee page 2, 3
Mountain Artsee page 12, 13
Climate Conversationssee page 23
Barbara LawlorNederland
No one doubts there is a need for low-cost housing in Nederland. Last week, the Boulder County Housing Authority went before the Nederland Planning Board proposing a three-story, 36-unit, very low cost project to be constructed in the empty lot across from the RTD parking lot and next to the Calvary Chapel.
BCHA Michael Lambert and Norrie Boyd gave a presentation to the planning board in a public hearing during the regular board meeting for preliminary approval of a low cost, work force PUD.
Lambert cited that BC has three other affordable housing units in Nederland, but that there were 118 people on the waiting list, with a possibility of two openings a year.
“We are seeking Nederland’s help in creating an inclusive community rich in tradition and history,” Lambert said, explaining that the site would encourage non-vehicle use, would include pedestrian sidewalks, connection to the town pedestrian trail and parking slots behind the project.
Continued on page 12
Barbara LawlorNederland
In 1985, Nederland gave birth to a bank, a shopping center and a second veterinary office. The town was on the early cusp of growth and with the new families came new dogs and cats.
Mike Clements, a 1977 Nederland High School graduate, a former wrestler and football player had graduated from Western State College studying biology and then earned his veterinarian degree from CSU. While he was in college he volunteered with veterinary clinics, learning the business from the bottom up.
His father loved the mountains and Mike grew up with dogs and cats and when he finished his school, he saw the opportunity to do what he was trained to do in his home town. He set up business in the blue building on Second Street and went to work.
The business was successful from the very beginning. Mike married Michele and decided to start a family. He was also spending his time coaching wrestling and football at the high school, a full circle from his youth. On call for emergencies 24/7 Mike realized it was time to focus on his family, and in 1994 made the decision to sell the business. Guy Newton stepped up to the challenge, bought the clinic and within a year hired Mike part-time.
Guy had practiced as a veterinarian in Forth Worth, Texas, taking fishing vacations in Colorado. When he came to visit in 1994, he wished
there was a way he could live in the mountains and when he saw Mike’s ad for a veterinarian business for sale, he knew he was where he belonged.
From then on the two vets worked together; Guy a lot and Mike a little. Over the years, both of them saw the changes in town and the changes in technology. Guy says that Facebook makes it so much easier to get lost or stray dogs back to their owners now.
“Over the years, people have also expected better care for their pets, higher standards. The internet has made it easier to do research. When I hired Mike he worked one day a week.”
But times change, the years go by and Guy decided that he didn’t want to miss another summer of enjoying the mountains, of fly fishing. Things had gotten too busy and he felt like he was getting too old to keep on working. Now his career goal was to retire, to play golf and ski and have fun.
With Mike working part-time and knowing the business and the clients, everything fell into place. There was a brief couple of days when Guy thought he would just have to shut down, but Mike, with his children grown, decided to take his career back. Another full circle.
“I am very glad that Mike is going to stay here. I have been blessed to run a small business, lucky to be in this wonderful place. I might even visit Mike once in a while, but he is not going to talk me into working one day a week.”
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The revolving door of Peak to Peak vets
PHOTO BY BARBARA LAWLOR
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Leaving and stayingThe Peak to Peak Animal has been sold by veterinarian Guy Newton to Mike Clements, who originally started the hospital back in 1985. The switch will take place at the end of February.
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That was not the wind in the trees you heard last night. It was a collective sigh of relief that resounded over our beloved mountain town as the good news spread that Dr. Guy Newton DVM was not closing the doors of Peak to Peak Animal Hospital. Dr. Newton is retiring, but re-taking the helm as owner/operator is once again Dr. Mike Clements.
For those of us residing here long enough to remember the history, Dr. Clements opened Peak to Peak Animal Hospital in 1985. He sold the practice to Dr. Newton in 1994 and this duo has been practicing together since.
After 38 years sharpening, polishing and honing his brand of veterinary medicine, Dr. Newton has touched the lives of our beloved pets and the hearts of their owners. He is well deserving of his service withdrawal and looking forward to his retirement with his beloved wife Leslye. “I’m going to fish more. Golf more. Ski more and have a good time!” says Newton.
Guy approached medicine with a practical, sensible, and compassionate style we all have come to depend on and appreciate. When asked about passing the torch to Dr. Clements he replied happily, “Best thing in
the world! Mike’s the only person I wanted to take it over.”
Dr. Clements mirrored Guy’s enthusiasm. “I’m thrilled. My roots run deep in Nederland. I started this practice 32 years ago when I was only eight years out of graduating Nederland High School. I sold this hospital 22 years ago to Guy. My wife Michelle and I were just starting our family and I needed a relief from the crazy hours. Now our kids are older and I am thrilled to be able to come back to Nederland full time”.
When asked what was the tipping point for him to consider taking over again, Mike readily replied, “Tara. Tara is a cornerstone in the practice and in the town. It is her expertise that will make this feasible for me to do”.
It was a unified, mutual and mass heartache felt at the thought of Peak to Peak being no more. It is the establishment we came to love, trust and highly value. Loyal clients no longer need to ask “What now?”
Like their long time relationship, this transition will be seamless and effortless. “We worked so well together, we shared common philosophies and a true friendship. I’m so thankful to Guy for the opportunity to make this happen”. So are we Dr. Clements, and so are our furry friends.
The changeover also worked out well for Tara Mathias, the receptionist who has grown to love her job, her two bosses and all the animals she gets to meet.
She did fall prey to the attraction however when a dog was brought in to be boarded for two weeks and now, a year and three months later, the dog, Crazy Pants, is still with her.
“He is the best dog ever,” she says. It is one of the hazards of working with animals.
The two vets and Tara say one of the most fun things was bringing in the Little Bear kids, showing them the jars filled with eyeballs, bones and worms and bugs.
Guy chuckles at the memories and says, “It has been fun, but I’m glad to retire.”
The switch will take place at the beginning of March.
The revolving door of Peak to Peak vets
PHOTO COURTESY OF GUY NEWTONYounger guy, younger dogGuy Newton and a new patient pose for a picture when Guy first took over the Peak to Peak Animal Hospital.
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243 W 4th St, Nederland inside the Nederland Community Center.
Hidden FiguresThe incredible untold story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson - brilliant African-American women working at NASA, who served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation’s confidence, turned around the Space Race, and galvanized the world. The visionary trio crossed all gender and race lines to inspire generations to dream big. Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monae, Kirsten Dunst, & Jim Par-sons. Directed by: Theodore Melfi. Running time 2 hr 7 min. Rated PG for thematic elements and some language.
Friday, February 3rd, 2017 & Saturday, February 4th, 2017 @ 7 PM
Next week’s movie is “Manchester by the Sea” rated R
2 -- The Nederland Community Closet and Food Bank will be open from 10:00 AM until Noon in the Nederland Community Center’s West Wing.
2 -- Storytime: Read, Play and Grow! 10:30 AM in the Nederland Community Library. Preschoolers.
2 -- Boulder County Commissioners meet at 10:30 in the Boulder County Courthouse on the Pearl Street Mall.
3 -- The Nederland Area Homeschool Group will meet at the Nederland Community Library from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM.
4 -- The Nederland Community Closet and Food Bank will be open from 10:00 AM until Noon in the Nederland Community Center’s West Wing.
7 -- Children’s Story Hour from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at the Gilpin County Library.
7 -- Quirky Quilters will meet at the Nederland Community Library from 10:30 AM until Noon. Get to know area stitchers, learn techniques, share ideas and inspirations. All welcome.
7-- Tech Tuesdays for drop-in technology assistance, from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM in the Nederland Community Library.
7 -- Nederland Board of Trustees will meet from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM in the Nederland Community Center’s MultiPurpose Room.
7 -- Central City Alderman meet at 7:00 PM in City Hall. 8 -- Storytime: Movers and Shakers, for babies and toddlers from
10:30 AM until 11:00 AM in the Nederland Community Library.8 -- Peak to Peak Chorale rehearsal from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM at the
Gilpin County Library. 9 -- The Nederland Community Closet and Food Bank will be open
from 10:00 AM until Noon in the Nederland Community Center’s West Wing.
9 -- Nederland Food Pantry Board of Directors will meet from 10:00 AM until Noon in the Nederland Community Center’s Conference Room.
9 -- Storytime: Read, Play and Grow! 10:30 AM in the Nederland Community Library. Preschoolers.
9 -- Ned Knits meets at the Nederland Community Library from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM. Knit and crochet group open to all ages and skills. Bring your own, or contribute to a project.
10 -- The Nederland Area Homeschool Group will meet at the Nederland Community Library from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM.
11 -- The Nederland Community Closet and Food Bank will be open from 10:00 AM until Noon in the Nederland Community Center’s West Wing.
When I received the most recent publication (Jan 26th) of the Mountain Ear and read the article by the ME columnist Mark Cohen titled “Love does not conquer all” I was both disappointed and aghast by the degree of pure angst and hatred that seethed from his ramblings. Maybe unlike Mr. Cohen, I can truly say I have friends on both sides of the political aisle as I generally respect their opinions and feelings and we discuss them openly and mostly in a respectful manner, sometimes simply “agreeing to disagree”. To write several paragraphs of nothing but hate filled opinions about republications in general and their GOP leaders and then furthermore to encourage other ME readers to join his bandwagon advocating that they start employing actions which most would describe as harassing and demeaning tactics is simply a waste of paper and ink. Oh by the way, the Vietnam War hardly ended just because of “noisy folks outside of Nixon’s bedroom window” but that’s a whole different story.
While everyone has the right to “sing loud” it will certainly not “end war,” and “fighting fire with fire” and “going for the throat” are words full of hatred. Ironically, I agree with Mr. Cohen on his statement that “hate harms your body!” If we all conducted ourselves in the fashion which Mr. Cohen is imploring ME readers to do it would quickly escalate, for some, way past legal protest and into acts of actual physical violence and rioting. We
have all seen enough of that over the last several years! While Mr. Cohen has a right to his rose-colored-glasses opinions, it would seem his most recent column really belongs in the “letter to the editor” section and not in a regular monthly column for the ME.
Over the years, I have come to love and appreciate the Nederland community in large part through the writings, stories, and pictures shared each week by the excellent work of ME staff such as Barb Lawlor, but when I see articles like Mr. Cohen’s it concerns me greatly that such hate and contempt can be tolerated by a regular columnist in an otherwise non-radical publication. Furthermore, Mr. Cohen’s cold and pointless insult on the intelligence of those that just might believe the world was created 5,000 years ago is only further proof of Mr. Cohen’s “better than thou” attitude toward people who don’t believe exactly like he does. Who exactly is lacking intelligence? Was that statement intended to be a blind swipe at some Christians and Jews?
My advice to Mr. Cohen is to simply “take a chill pill”. The world is hardly a perfect place and while we can let political differences and ideals fill our bodies with hate and malice as his article suggests, the better approach would be to show some professional regard and yes, “love” to those you disagree with, because if we don’t we will simply fall into the pit “where the sun don’t shine.”
Gary MorganShawnee, KS
Where the sun don’t shine
“Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.” ~ Mark Twain
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Dear Editor,
Caribou Ridge was to be a For Sale luxury housing development of 10,000 square ft. houses with up to 3,000 square ft. guest houses on 10 acres. That wasn’t lucrative, and it was sold to Marketwise LLC.
Fast forward after investing millions of dollars, the attorney for Marketwise LLC stated ‘We want to come to you (the Board of Trustees) with a plan and bring back the interest to see if there is a way for more affordable homes on smaller lots.’ That is commendable. This area isn’t Breckenridge or Telluride. Now, back to 2014 for a refresher to those who are ‘relatively new’ to Nederland and the surrounding area which may save Marketwise LLC and possibly the Board of Trustees some time, and money.
I have lived on the mountain for decades, and started in 2008 working to bring the issue of affordable housing into public view. Thus, the establishment of the Nederland Housing Task Force, now a subcommittee of the Nederland Human Services Task force. Its accomplishments included:
1. Began conversations between the town and county about the affordable housing
crisis 2. Brokered a housing partnership between
the Town and the County3. Designed ‘universal’ mountain
appropriate (rental) housing with resident input, making appropriate housing
4. Type, and design recommendations to the Town Planning Commission and County
In 2014 the housing partnership resulted in a comprehensive housing needs assessment survey completed by Bowen and Associates of Ohio. Among the survey results to fill the demand for For Sale housing was the recommendation in the $250,000 to $350,000 price range (1200 sf - 2400 sf). That is what is considered affordable for Nederland, and where the demand is. These facts should be taken into consideration as the starting place in making a determination.
‘..Coming back to the BOT with a plan, and bring back interest to see if there is a way for more affordable homes on smaller lots.’ Paraphrasing the words of Bowen Associates from their experience ‘success is determined by filling the need, not the attitude of if you build it they will come.’
Atashnaa Werner (Medicine Shield)Former Nederland Housing Task Force
Dear Editor,
The Mountain Forum for Peace and Nederland Community Library would like to invite everyone to a presentation at the Nederland Library this Sat. February 4th from 2 - 3:30 pm. Our speaker Beverly Lyne will share stories and pictures about Nursing in Uganda and Haiti. Her global health work focuses on vulnerable populations around the world. In 1988 her nursing began in the mountains of war torn Nicaragua and
continues today in the mountains of Haiti to the plains of Uganda. Beverly Lyne has been the recipient of several grants from The Mountain Forum for Peace over the past years for her international humanitarian work. We are excited to have the opportunity for her to share her experiences with the community during her brief visit to our part of Colorado!
Teagen BlakeyMountain Forum for Peace
Bill Allen Memorial GatheringSaturday,
February 4th, at noon in
The Black Forest’s waterfall room.
Dear Editor,
My wife and I have been reading your articles for some time in Ned’s paper. (We live between Boulder and Nederland.) Your last one, “Love does not conquer all,” was so true and so on target. Thanks for having the guts to write it.
Like you said, good Americans must become activists. These are dark times. I have been writing to local papers and the national media for some time.
I recently sent this email to the news departments of CNN, FOX, ABC, CBS, MSNC, etc etc.
Please get this correct. I hear many on CNN talk about Trump’s support by 46% of Americans. This is false.
54.4% of eligible voters voted in 2016. (Wikipedia)
46.1% voted for Trump. (Cook Report)That means only 25% of eligible voters
voted for Trump, one out of four Americans eligible to vote. In other words, seventy five per cent of eligible voters didn’t vote for him.
Keep up the good work Mark.
Richard HenrichsPeak to Peak
Dear Editor,
This letter is long overdue. Many, many thanks to Barbara Lawlor for her tireless work at The Mountain-Ear. For years we have appreciated her journalism
and photographs. You are truly an asset to our community. Thanks for all you contribute.
Diane and Jeff LaughlinNederland
Dear Nederland Middle Senior High and the BVSD school board,
My name is Barbara Wein. After recently learning about the dismissal of Aaron Jones, my mood immediately plummeted. I attended Nederland schools from preschool thru eighth grade, the majority of my education so far. Being such a tight community, I knew of Mr. Jones as one of the schools most beloved teachers years before he taught me. My brother had been one of his students and players on the football team. His partner Danielle had even been my babysitter. Before taking L.A. 8 two years ago I had no special passion for or much enjoyment from writing. Though, when I took Mr. Jones class in 8th grade, he taught me how to bring real passion and voice to my writing, how to write for me and not for the grade. I learned to actually like writing. Since taking his class, I have not received a final grade lower than a high A in the two PIB L.A. classes that I have taken
at Fairview High School. In my case and in my opinion, that shows success in teaching on the part of Mr. Jones.
While I understand how the idea of him being too “laid back” could seem to show merit from an outside view, I would have to disagree. His relatively laissez-faire way of teaching allowed his students a comfortable environment in which to really blossom. This casual comfort also allowed him to develop genuine relationships with his students and enabled him to become a true role model and a leader. When I heard about the community’s outrage over his firing, I was not surprised. Though next to all this uproar my letter may seem like white noise, I hope that someone is able to read this and realize what Mr. Jones really brought to Nederland and his students.
Thank you,
Barbara (Baeli) WeinPeak to Peak
Support of Coach Jones
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Community speaks out to BVSD
PHOTO BY BARBARA LAWLOR
Emotional statements from studentsNederland Middle Senior High School student Mazie Pancoast tells how coach Aaron Jones supported her brother Miles after being injured in a motor vehicle accident.
Barbara LawlorNederland
At 4 p.m. on Monday, January 31, 2017, a stream of students, parents, former teachers and former coaches flowed into the Nederland Middle Senior High School auditorium, where they were greeted by Boulder Valley School District’s Michele DeBerry, executive director of secondary schools.
The agenda of the meeting was to listen, said DeBerry, speaking of herself and Andy Tucker, the director of district student support. It was an opportunity for the community to speak to these BVSD representatives about their feelings and opinions concerning the non-renewal of football coach Aaron Jones’ contract for next season.
Jones and the community learned of this decision in December, just before winter break, and anger and frustration have sparked a blaze of protest against the NMSHS’s administrative decision.
Because district policy prohibits the staff from discussing personnel issues, the Nederland community doesn’t understand why a man so admired by everyone in the community could be let go. No one could fill his shoes, say his supporters. Last month about 100 students walked out of their classes, walked out of the building and took their protest to downtown Nederland where they held up signs saying they wanted Jones back and they chanted, “Jones is Nederland football.” It was a peaceful protest.
A few days later, the district administrators set the date for the meeting, saying they would listen to what the community had to say and then discuss the issue, determining what the next step would be. DeBerry and Tucker stated up front that there would be no answers to questions or decisions about the matter until they had a chance to review the written comments from the community. It was undetermined whether or not a personnel decision could be reversed due to pressure from the public.
The auditorium was about two thirds filled, with one section cordoned off for security reasons. A podium and microphone were set up in front of
the stage, as well as a table where the administrators sat. The NHS football team and a group of other sports supporters filled the first three rows of the auditorium.
Then, one after another, with three minutes each, members of the community said their piece, many of them emotional, and all of them eloquent and respectful. Tucker complimented the students for going outside their comfort zone to speak in front of administrators, teachers and fellow students.
The relentless questions of the night were why did this happen, how could this have happened, and what can be done about it. Individuals stated that they are the ones who pay the administrator’s salaries and they should have some input into who they hire and fire.
A group of people handed out a letter stating their mission, their intent to find some resolution to the actions of NMSHS Athletic Director Emmy Murphy and the firing of five coaches in the past year and a half; coaches who have proven their dedication to the athletes, their students, the school and the community.
The letter states: “The direction that Nederland MSHS has taken is both concerning and unacceptable to the parents and community. We have watched as drastic change, and not positive change, has taken place with zero explanation. There seems to be a shroud of secrecy that is met with the standard issue “protocol” response when the administration is questioned about the reasons or the greater plan. This “new direction” we have heard about, but have been given zero explanation for, seems to be authoritarian and unilateral. We as a community are no longer going to allow what feels like the wanton destruction of our school.”
The first student speaker was Mazie Pancoast whose brother, Miles, a member of the football team, was in a car accident that left him paralyzed. Coach Jones showed up in the ICU the next morning and supported Miles throughout his journey to recovery for the past year, offering support and encouragement. Jones made sure that Mile’s place on the
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Community speaks out to BVSD
PHOTO BY BARBARA LAWLORBrothers in protestMembers of this past season’s football team came to a community meeting on Monday night to advocate for their coach Aaron Jones whose coaching contract for next season was not renewed.
team was protected and honored.A grandfather said he always watched
the practices as well as the games that his grandson played and, “Jones is the best guy I’ve ever seen as a coach. He is always there and he has a great knowledge of football and play calling. He is there on the list of what we want in a coach. Why are we looking for a new coach?”
Football player Rain Larrabee said he came here from a small town and knows how tight knit a community can be. “If you go into someone’s house and tear it apart, you have to have a reason.”
Nederland is a small community that is often brought together by school activities that lure people out of their cabins, to come together. Former teacher and father of NHS athletes, Bill Thibedeau says coach Jones is a role model for both the football team and as a member of the community. He is esteemed as a language arts teacher and is the president of the Nederland Youth Hockey League.
“When Aaron dedicated a football game to Bob Allen who was suspended at the time, whose father was dying of brain cancer, AD Murphy admonished him and kept the coach from attending the next away game. She does not have the interest of the community at heart.”
When Trig Campbell was in sixth grade, he attended a high school football game and decided he wanted to someday be there, on the field, playing for Coach Jones. “When I told Coach Jones that story and how much he meant to me, we both cried. Jones IS the NHS football program. The spirit is gone. We need Coach Jones to come back.”
Steve Williams, a retired NCAR employee and the vice chair of the Nederland Planning Commission addressed the audience saying he had two children, both NHS students, both athletes and both successful, which he attributes to the sports they participated in. His son, Stu, had never kicked a football before he met Coach Jones and ended up as a three year starter place kicker for the University of Wyoming and graduated with two engineering degrees.
“Aaron gave his personal time to help Stu develop his talent. He has a great ability as a motivator of students. You will be hard pressed to find another coach as qualified as he. I urge you to investigate deeper and find out what is really going on here.”
Stu Williams was also on the Nordic Ski Team that was coached by Dave Femmer, who was also fired in the past year.
Parent and member of the Nederland Board of Trustees Julia Gustafson asked, “What is happening? Five coaches in one and a half years? That is a systemic challenge. We have a right to know why and to help solve the problem. Volunteerism is down, people no longer feel welcome and that disconnects the community from the school. We should be invited and supported. The school should embrace volunteerism. There is a lack of transparency here. This is a public school and we need answers. The schools, family and community should be collaborative and the administration should be engaging the community to be involved with the solutions.”
NHS’s motto is REACH, and parent Theresa Bradley said that the principles of the motto are not being played out. Her daughter does not currently participate in sports but has felt the effect of the conflict that is rising between the theater department and the sports program. “Last spring, AD Murphy recruited soccer players for the last two weeks of the spring musical practice and then this fall she scheduled middle level basketball at the same time as the play auditions. We need an AD who can look at the whole picture.
Resident Laura Kugel home schooled her children and when he son Wes entered NHS, coach Jones approached him to play on the team where he made friends and felt welcomed.
“That help changed Wes so much that after he graduated he went to school and is now a Nederland Police Officer. He played tapes from Coach Jones that helped him get through his courses.”
Senior football player Jaylen Rasdall played for Coach Jones for three years
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Nederland Office HoursWednesdays, 8:00 a.m – 6:00 p.m.
Jonathan B. Smith D.D.S.Boulder Canyon Dental, P.L.L.C
FEBRUARY 3 - 10:00 PM - The Nederland Trio is playing at the Pioneer Inn, FREE SHOW.
FEBRUARY 3 - 7:30 PM Bonfire Dub w/ Mama Magnolia playing at The Caribou Room, Nederland, CO. See venue website for ticket information.
FEBRUARY 3 and 4 - 9:00 PM - DJ EJ will be performing at Bar 8042 at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa in Black Hawk, CO. Check venue for more information.
FEBRUARY 4 - 9:00 PM - River Kittens playing at the Stage Stop. FREE SHOW.
FEBRUARY 10 - 10:00 PM - Captain Quirk & The Cosmic Rangers will be playing at the Pioneer Inn.
FEBRUARY 11 - 10:00 PM - WoolEye will be playing at the Pioneer Inn, FREE SHOW.
FEBRUARY 10 - Sweetwater String Band with Thunder & Rain Fri 7:30 PM · The Caribou Room, Nederland, CO. See venue website for ticket information.
FEBRUARY 10 - 7:00 -9:30 PM - Ravin’wolf - A duo over dinner to rock you with jammin’ blues at the Rocky Mountain Oyster Bar
FEBRUARY 10 - 7:00 PM - The Coteries playing at the Stage Stop in Rollinsville, FREE SHOW.
FEBRUARY 10 and 11 - 9:00 PM - DJ Bedz will be performing at Bar 8042 at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa in Black Hawk, CO. Check venue for more information.
FEBRUARY 11 - Dirty Revival with Jus Sayin Sat. 7:30 PM · The Caribou Room, Nederland, CO. See venue website for ticket information.
FEBRUARY 12 - Salsa Sundays in Nederland! Sun. 4:00 PM · The Caribou Room, Nederland, CO. See venue website for ticket information.
FEBRUARY 17 - Tim O’Brien w/ Benny “Burle” Galloway Fri. 7:30 PM · The Caribou Room, Nederland, CO. See venue website for ticket information.
FEBRUARY 17 - 10:00 PM - Lisa Mac is playing at the Pioneer Inn, FREE SHOW.
FEBRUARY 17 - 9:00 PM - DJ Nunez will be performing at Bar 8042 at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa in Black Hawk, CO. Check venue for more information.
FEBRUARY 18 - 10:00 PM - LOS CHEESIES Crazy Rock Fusion Band that integrates both Latin and American style rhythms. With Los Cheesies, Anything Goes!!! Playing at the Pioneer Inn, FREE SHOW.
FEBRUARY 18 - 7:00 - 9:30 PM - Follow the Fox Contemporary Roots Music over Dinner & Drinks at the Rocky
Mountain Oyster Bar.FEBRUARY 18 - The Roomsounds
with Jubilingo Sat. 7:30 PM · The Caribou Room, Nederland, CO. See venue website for ticket information.
FEBRUARY 18 - 9:00 PM - DJ Desire will be performing at Bar 8042 at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa in Black Hawk, CO. Check venue for more information.
FEBRUARY 24 and 25 - 9:00 PM - DJ Groove will be performing at Bar 8042 at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa in Black Hawk, CO. Check venue for more information.
FEBRUARY 25 - Dead Floyd w/ Pickin’ on Ween Sat 7:30 PM · The Caribou Room, Nederland, CO. See venue website for ticket information.
LIVE MUSIC every Saturday from 4:00 - 6:00 PM at Salto Coffee Works. Check their website for details. Happy Hour Menu available. www.saltocoffeeworks.com
Open Mics, Jams and Picks
THURSDAY NIGHTS 7:00-10:00PM Open Bluegrass Pick at Rocky Mountain Oyster Bar. Bring your acoustic instrument and get to pickin’.
EVERY TUESDAY at The Pioneer Inn. Open Mic. Hosted By either Jon “Black Dog” Ridnell or Dan Perez. Nederland, CO
EVERY WEDNESDAY at The Pioneer Inn. Blues Night. Nederland, CO
EVERY THURSDAY at The Pioneer Inn. Jam Night.
KARAOKE - Every other Thursday at The Stage Stop in Rollinsville. Starts at 7:00PM, family friendly! Visit stagestoprollinsville.com for additional information.
Featured Artist
This coming Saturday the River Kittens will perform at The Stage Stop in Rollinsville. The Kittens’ have developed a sound that includes spellbinding vocals, outstanding musicianship outfitted with a classic American roots foundation. You can expect to hear folky originals along with traditional favorites delivered with style and grace.
To submit your music event simply email a single paragraph as seen above for consideration to [email protected]. Events are printed on a space available basis and preference is given to current advertisers and nonprofit events. Featured event or artist is chosen by Publisher.
Music of the Mountains
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This week’s weather with John McGinley
Last week’s sub-freezing temperatures gave way to a steady warm up as “balmier” air moved in from the west. We started with highs in the teens and lows in the single digits on Thursday but saw a slow but steady rise in temperatures as the week went on. By Tuesday we had highs in the mid 40s and lows in the low 30s. As is typical with the warm up came the winds. From Saturday on we had winds in excess of 40mph, peaking out on Tuesday with gusts to 54mph. Despite this the Forest Service was doing slash burning near St. Anton…..pretty scary! Well, we made it through January….a crazy month with tons of snow in the first half and virtually nothing in the second half. Snow totaled 43.1 inches melting out to 2.88 inches of liquid. We fell short for the snowiest January, coming in with the third highest total in my record. Temperature was also wacky, with cold in the first half; warm in the second half. Average high was 31F with a low of 16F, making the month a degree below normal. Highest high was 47F on the 18th; lowest low was -12F on the 6th.We had eight days of winds 40+ mph but no days over 60mph (normally we see four days).
Day Date High Low Precip Comments Wed Jan 25 19 10 Thur Jan 26 14 5 Fri Jan 27 27 5Sat Jan 28 27 16 W G42mphSun Jan 29 39 24 W G42mphMon Jan 30 41 31 W Gusts to 46mphTue Jan 31 44 32 W Gusts to 54mphEnd-of-week snow on ground: 14 inches
ForecastWeather will be a bit more active this week, but won’t bring any major snow. We’ll start out pretty much what we have seen this past week with highs in the 40s and lows in the low 30s. Saturday we’ll see a weak front with some flurries. After that a warm up will lead to increasing clouds and some snow by Tuesday. Probably a few inches at best. Cold air will come flooding in and leave us sub-freezing by Wednesday..Thursday–Feb 2: Fair and mild with highs in the low 40s with lows near 30. Gusty winds late.Friday-Feb 3: Partly cloudy and mild with highs in the low 40s with lows in the upper 20s.Saturday-Feb 4: Gusty winds with some flurries. Cooler with highs in the upper 30s with lows in the upper 20s.Sunday-Feb 5: Fair and warmer with highs back in the 40s. Lows in the low 30s. Gusty winds.Monday-Feb 6: Increasing clouds and warmer with highs in the mid 40s with lows in the low 30s. Gusty winds.Tuesday-Feb7: Cold air moves in early with some snow by afternoon. Highs near 30 with lows in the 20s. Gusty winds.Wednesday-Feb 8: Clearing and cold with highs in the mid 20s with lows in the teens.
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Get your Financial House in orderMichael CarlsonGilpin County
Many of us welcome the New Year as a time for fresh starts, and rightly so: it’s a proven fact that the beginning of the year is one of the best and easiest times to put your financial house in order. Right in time for this season of financial reflection (and New Year’s resolutions), your library will be offering a five-part basic financial educational series. It’s all part of the Gilpin County Public Library being selected as one of only thirteen prestigious Colorado libraries (out of 115) to implement a financial literacy initiative developed right here in Colorado. It’s called Common Cents for Colorado.
Beginning February 7, 2017 and continuing for four consecutive Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in the Meeting Room at the Library, there will be five one-hour classes on financial information. Attend these free and informative classes and you’ll be on your way with clear direction for a successful financial future.
Studies have shown that taking time once a year to consider personal financial goals is a “must-do” task in the creation of financial security. The Common Cents for Colorado program gives participants the chance to do just that - review classic, time-tested methods for building a solid financial future. In addition, cold weather and less hours of sunlight give more “desk time” to complete any needed tasks. The upcoming tax season always requires a review of last year’s records anyway, so get a head start with these classes. It’s a great time for good intentions – bring some new order and productivity to your financial life. Although the classes are somewhat sequential, you may select any
that interest you and meet your schedule.The first class is “Goal Setting and
Financial Planning,” scheduled for February 7. This class centers on basic money management skills such as creating a budget, calculating your net worth, tracking expenditures, and setting realistic savings goals. The second session, scheduled for February 14th is called “Key Investment Concepts.” The topic is investment terminology that is central to understanding the world of investing. Risk/reward, diversification, total return, and allocation are a few of the terms that will be discussed and applied to personal investing.
“Retirement Saving Vehicles” is the third seminar presented on February 21. It will cover the many ways individuals can use tax-advantaged investing to protect their long-term savings, especially as they plan for their retirement.
“Common Investment Types” will be presented on February 28, 2017 centering on a thorough, but easily understood, discussion of cash, stocks, and bonds, the core investment types that most people include in their investment portfolio.
Finally, on March 7, the seminar “Managing Money During Retirement” will bring all the prior information together as the discussion centers on how to use all this knowledge to make certain financial assets last throughout the happy, relaxing retirement years.
These events are offered free of charge at the Gilpin County Library. You may sign up by calling the Library at (303)582-5777 or by contacting Debra Benitez at [email protected]. A few hours can easily increase the dollars in your pocket and set your mind at ease regarding your financial affairs!
A Steady Warm-up, Some Winds, But No Snow
Dear Editor,
Mr Cohen’s recent letter to Editor qualifies as one of the most hateful that I have seen. He mentioned Republicans taking advantage of the basic goodness of the Democrats, liberals, and progessives? There is nothing in his tirade that suggests “goodness.”
Mr Cohen must be unaware that WikiLeaks exposed the fact that DNC operatives were paid to disrupt Trump’s rallies by using violence. Also, it was exposed that the DNC had paid operatives to conduct fraudulent voter registrations. More than 85% of the media are democrats, liberals, progressives and socialists, and their reporting is reflective of that association.
One of Mr Cohen’s statements about
some smart Republicans are lawyers and doctors. The rest are stupid. Such ridiculous declarations on Cohen’s part are a disgrace to every law of human decency .
The main reason the Democrats lost was their deeply flawed candidate, who put the nation at risk with her unlawful private server which was proven to be hacked by the Russians and the Chinese, and she lied about it repeatedly.
Republicans and Independents have lived through eight years of President Obama and President Clinton, Democrats, liberals, and progressives(socialists) can do the same for at least four years of President Trump.
Melvin GlerupPinecliffe, CO and San Tan Valley, AZ
Hateful letter?
Community speaks out to BVSD
and the team celebrated winning seasons. Rasdall says, “This is confusing to me. The program should be moving forward. The team is like a chain, all hooked together and Jones connected us. I just want those coming up behind us to have the same experience as we had.”
Art teacher and soccer coach Theresa Redmond told the administrators that it is not easy to find someone who is passionate about Nederland sports. “It is hard to find a dedicated coach. For a coach to stay as long as Jones he needs to be a role model. To think you’d get someone as great as him blows my mind.”
Although all of the people who had signed up to speak had spoken, others from the audience asked to sign up.
Senior football player Bob Allen told the administrators that he had made a mistake and after four years on the football team was not allowed to finish the season. He remembers watching the football field being constructed and telling his mom that he wanted to be a Panther. He said Coach Jones was the reason that wearing the blue and gold was something special and awesome.
“I am speaking now because my time is past. I am saying this for the younger kids who want to wear the blue and gold.”
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Ann ShermanNederland
“Turn off your computer game and come help do the dishes!” I hollered upstairs to my son. “Quit playing around on your cellphone and try talking to the friends sitting right next to you,” I firmly suggested to my daughter. “Turn it off; it’s bedtime,” I said in exhaustion. “Turn. It. Off.”
Why is it so hard to parent in this Digital Age? It seems that almost every household in town may be having some sort of digital conflict or challenge within their families. Families with toddlers struggle over whether or not to let youngsters view television programs, play with the Ipad or mom’s cellphone. Parents with elementary aged children wonder what their children are being exposed to on computers and screens during playdates across town. Parents of middle school children wonder how soon to buy their child a cellphone and what limits to set on its use? Parents of teenagers have watched their adolescents retreat from most family interactions as they disappear behind screens every night or try to juggle texting while driving. Parents are also being bombarded with growing expectations from work to be available online 24/7.
How can we embrace the positive power of technology to educate, inform, connect and entertain us while also being astutely aware of how easy it is to get sucked into endless screen time? What are the ramifications of that anyway on our brains, our relationships, our bodies and our souls? On
Wednesday, February 15th, NMSHS is hosting the award-winning film SCREENAGERS. Parents of all aged children are invited to come have a light dinner, watch the film, and then discuss how best to parent in a digital age. SCREENAGERS will be followed by your choice of five breakout sessions led by counselors and local educators:
What’s the Big Deal? with Kari Green, MSRN at NMSHS, and Dr. Brett Kennedy, psychotherapist. Mindful Modeling in a Digital World with Patricia Schrader, certified mindfulness instructor.
Get it Back—Parental Controls with Mark Mabbett, NMSHS Librarian and Media Technician.
Developing a Game Plan and Building a Rule Book with Adeline Holter, therapist at TEENS, Inc and Corrie Beauvineau, NES educator.
Are Gaming and Cellphones making you Mad? with Tracy Markle, digital media addiction therapist.
All middle and high school students at NMSHS will be viewing SCREENAGERS during school the week of Feb 15th. This will be a great opportunity for parents and children to begin to discuss the digital agreements they want to make with each other…. and why that is so important in this day and age.
Dinner at 5:30pm in the NMSHS cafeteria. Screenagers film at 6:00pm in the NMSHS auditorium. Breakout Sessions from 7 -8:00pm. Please RSVP to [email protected] or 720-561-4861 if you will need childcare provided. Bring a friend and see what you think!?
Raising Screenagers
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Pine AppleRollinsville
We braved cold icy roads in a blustering blizzard to partake in a few courses at the legendary Stage Stop in Rollinsville, just off Hwy 119.
Walls of wind-pushed snow marched across snow covered mountains and created a magnificent backdrop for one lone train, making its way across the train tracks westward, toward the historic Moffat Tunnel through a windswept open valley.
As we entered the restaurant, the smell of bacon and the sounds of rowdy locals appreciating a football game and clanging drinks lit the first floor alight. Every surface was made to be a display for art, acquired from places and persons near and far. The bartender, waitress, and chef were of the strong, young, working class type. Rock and roll was rushing through the speakers. The top floor had been reserved for a meeting. We picked our table and prepared for our feast.
We ordered the Jalapeno Poppers, which were fried very well and had, even by my own standards, enough cream cheese. We also ordered nachos and each had a non-alcoholic beverage. The appetizers were on the table by the time I returned from the restroom. As for the main courses, I ordered the NY Strip, extremely rare with chimichurri, waffle potato fries, and green beans topped with almonds. The others in my party tried the Veggie Sammich, which
was served on a toasted hoagie with baked beans; and the Bacon-Cheese burger on Gluten-Free bread, medium rare, with potato salad. The plates hit our table in 18 minutes.
Now most places, when I order an extremely rare, I get a plain rare. Not this time. It was PERFECT. The texture and flavor of the thick cut of steak blew me away. The very strong chimichurri sauce, which had a flavor and texture similar to wasabi was a nice touch and added quite a bite to both the steak and the green beans. My good friends had only pleasant opinions on their plates as well. Portion sizes were fair, with just a bit left to bring back in a to go box.
The silverware, plates, table and floors where we sat were clean. The temperature of the first floor was perfect, neither hot nor cold. The lighting was very bright. The chairs were at an adequate height for the table. The restroom was easy to find, clean, and well stocked, though the doors held fast by their own will alone.
We were delighted to finish off our meal with a bit of vanilla ice cream, then gather ourselves and prepare for the ride home as warm, full, happy mountain folk. The Stage Stop is a great place to gather, eat, and drink. I would absolutely go there again.
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The buildings would be 39 feet high, contain 48 parking places and would require vacating two roadways that border the property on the north and south side. A two-bedroom unit would be 787 square feet and a one-bedroom unit would be 523 square feet.
The proposed project would begin construction in April of 2018 and be completed by June of 2019.
Before construction begins a state tax credit timeline has to be met, with submission for the permit by June of 2017 to receive funding commitments.
Boulder County purchased the property in December. The parcel contains 10 lots and building on the site would fulfill the Envision Nederland 2020 goal of infilling Nederland’s vacant pieces of land.
After the presentation, the hearing was open to public comment with the intent of gathering neighbor’s concerns and desires and starting the PUD process. About 25 people attended the meeting.
The first person to speak was resident Leonard Kottenstette who advised the board and the Boulder County representatives that he had not received notification of the hearing.
“But I think it’s a great idea. However,
I would rethink the community garden. We have only a 60-day growing season. I would also like to see the building place closer to Third Street.”
Tom Neal spoke for Calvary Chapel, the closest neighbors to the south of the lot where parking is reserved for church members. Neal wanted to make sure that the church’s part of the roadway is preserved for parking. Neal said that when the library was built on the other side of the church, they had given the road right of way to be used for library parking.
At that time, the north roadway was paved for Calvary parking, to keep people from parking on the highway, which had become a safety issue.
“If we lose the parking on the north side, we would have to take back the parking on the south side. But it all looks good at this point.”
Planning commission chair Roger Cornell said he hoped the entities could reach an agreement about how the right of way would be shared seeing how they are both claiming it. “This is what we do at preliminary presentations.”
Later Calvary Chapel pastor Doug Gibney said that they would share the
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Stunning art dresses up community center
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PHOTOS BY BARBARA LAWLOR
Art, wine and food Volunteers pour wine and greet art lovers at the Art at the Center reception on Thursday night. Second and third place People’s Choice winners were Judy Fisher and Serene Karplus.
Barbara LawlorNederland
Walking down the hall in the first floor of the Nederland Community Center, a painting of a frosty mountain night catches one’s eye: the ski tracks gliding into the trees, the blue white of the snow and its many dents. It is a serene setting, pristine in its void of humans.
But wait. As you were walking away, a shadowy outline appeared in the foreground because of the change of angle. It looks like the cutout of a person. With snowshoes. And another one. Take a step either way and the nighttime trekkers disappear.
Judy Fisher’s painting compels one to look deeper, there is more than is first apparent.
“I believe we are all an integral part of nature,” says Judy. “and we should meld with our environment in a natural way. The human figures joined with the landscape in each painting demonstrate our presence in nature and my wish that we form an equal partnership.”
Judy adds a canvas cutout to the original canvas and then paints over it creating a mysterious sense of optical illusion. She has four pieces of work at the Art at the Center’s newest show, which was hung last week and celebrated with an artist’s reception. For
her creativity and beautiful atmosphere, she went home with the second place People’s Choice Award.
The third place award went to Serene Karplus for her ice pictures, the cracks, the bubbles, the alien formations that are formed by freezing and melting, an intricate, filigreed formation of light and shape. She says nature produces art every hour of every day far beyond the imagination of any mere human, and she gets out into the world and finds the beauty of nature’s moments.
The first place winner of this winter’s show was Carol Cavalaris and her display of extraordinary, mixed-media flowers and foliage, that tickle one’s
imagination with joyous color and shapes.
A newcomer to the Art at the Center Ally Jewell, a Nederland High School graduate and CU art student, ventured into the world of displaying her talent.
She says her art is inspired by being someone who is constantly on the verge of acceptance, a misfit. Her work revolves around the concept and feelings associated with alienation, whether it’s through distorted perspective, abysmal void or resounding flux “One mustn’t mistake her work for the work of an ordinary being.”
BCHA proposes affordable housing units in Nederland
PHOTO BY BARBARA LAWLOR
Explaining the preliminary drawingsBoulder County Housing Authority Michael Lambert led the presentation of the proposal for a housing development on a Nederland site they recently purchased.
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right of way, half and half with the county.
Kristi Bennedetti, a local resident who represents the Emergency Family Assistance Association, said she is so excited about the project, which has been needed for a long time. “I really want a crosswalk from the housing to the RTD. I have had to stop and let people cross at that area. I would like to see some designated senior units and maybe a couple of three-bedroom units.”
Planning commissioner Greg Guevara told the BC representatives that the units are not adequately sized. “We all have stuff and these one-bedroom units are too
small.” Lambert told him that there is a storage space for each unit in the center of the complex, but Guevara said he would still like to see larger units.
Planning Commission Vice-Chairman Steve Williams said he was on the fence about the project but that he would definitely like to see a 30-unit structure rather than a 36-unit structure. He was told the 36-units would be $40,000 per unit cheaper than the 30-unit proposal.
Williams also questioned the ability of the Town Public Works Department to serve a building of this size and was informed that it would be a burden to the town but that the town infrastructure could handle it.
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PHOTOS BY BARBARA LAWLORMusic and conversationAbove, left: Max Krimmell and Bonnie Carol provided the music for the art reception: right: Mark Smith and artist Ally Jewell discusses her work at the Nederland Community Center.
She hopes her work will inspire those who also experience the harsh realization of not fitting into the puzzle, to follow their dreams.
The Art at the Center reception was
organized by Annie Thayer, whose watercolors are also on display. Volunteers keep the gourmet, delicious food coming and the wine flowing at each event.
Last week’s music was performed by Bonnie Carol and Max Krimmell.
BCHA proposes affordable housing units in Nederland
Commissioner Jesse Seavers said he walks along that property with his daughter. “It is a great project, I love what you’ve got in mind for affordable housing. I have been gardening up here for seven years and I know it can be done. I will support the community gardens.”
Local realtor and planning commissioner Tim Duggan was inclined to support a 30-unit proposal rather than a 36-unit, in order to be more sensitive to the neighbors.
The project would contain more people than live on Third Street or in the Indian Peaks subdivision said Roger Cornell.
The BC representatives and the planning commission agreed that the wetlands from the creek would have to
be addressed. The anticipated population of the development would come from people already living in town needing a place to rent, or employees who live out of town.
Pets will be allowed with a limited number and size and will be subject to strict rules.
These are the questions and opinions that Lambert was looking for at this preliminary stage.
It was back to the drawing board for BCHA, who were instructed to come up with plans for a 30-unit development and larger unit sizes.
The next presentation will be at the planning commission meeting on March 22, 2017.
PHOTOS BY BARBARA LAWLORThe drawing boardA preliminary drawing of a 30-unit low cost housing was presented at a public hearing last Wednesday night. The Nederland Planning Commission agreed they would prefer a 30-unit building.
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John ScarffeCentral City
The city manager and aldermen of the City of Central presented the second annual State of the City at the Elks Lodge on Main Street on Tuesday, January 17, 2017. The location for the address was changed from the City Hall to the Elks Lodge because of a water leak that damaged the regular meeting room.
Mayor Kathryn Heider opened the address by saying she has been mayor one whole meeting. She said she wanted to present some wonderful things that have been happening in Central City in 2016, and some plans for the future.
City Manager Daniel R. Miera said a water break off the water heater made its way into the Council chambers and all the way down to the basement, so they moved the meeting to the Elks Lodge. He thanked the Fire Department and Sheriff’s Department for their help in cleaning up.
Alderman Shirley Voorhees said one of the highlights of the year was the purchase of the Big-T lot, which re-opened access to Nevada Street. Heider said another highlight was the city taking possession of the Belvidere Theater in Central City, which has been neglected and misused for many years.
The theater will be an economic engine for the Town, Heider said. They are completing Phase I of bringing it back to life with work on the façade. It is listed on Colorado’s most endangered places.
Also during the year, the City signed an intergovernmental agreement with the Gilpin County Sheriff’s office for 24/7 law enforcement, Heider said. “We’ve dissolved the police department.”
Heider said she has seen a lot of evidence of sheriff’s patrols. “We will continue to assess the situation, but for now we’ve solved a very difficult problem.”
Voorhees said the City conducted a major update of its comprehensive plan and held community meetings. Improvements to the website and channel 20 won the 2016 Silver Davey award. The City also now has monument signs at both ends of town and reallocated access to the billboards on the Central City Parkway so they may be more easily
changed and maintained.Alderman Jeff Aiken said the city had
a very successful clean-up effort, and he is excited about the direction the town is heading. The City had a very good series of events during the year, and they got good feedback from the business owners, Aiken said.
Alderman Judy Laratta said she was the first one to drive down Main Street after it was changed to one way heading north. “It makes Maine Street look extremely busy all the time.”
Heider said the city spent a whole lot of its energy on infrastructure. They did the sidewalks on Lawrence and Eureka streets and resurfaced a portion of Gregory Street. They also added seats for the bus shelter and spent a lot on Central City Parkway repairs, and Voorhees said they improved Parkway access ramps at Lake Gulch Road and Virginia Canyon Road.
Heider said the general fund and finances have grown steadily. She remembers that four years ago they had to take out a short-term loan, but now finances are growing steadily. Voters passed a marijuana sales tax.
For 2017, Voorhees said they plan to complete comprehensive plan work and land use codes. They also plan to finish Phase II of the Belvedere project and institute way finding signage.
The City also plans to work on underground utility lines in the Spring Street and Gregory Street areas and upgrade lighting, Voorhees said.
Heider said the city will start addressing water diversion issues through water diversion structures at Peck and Miner’s. Improving the fire services program is crucial.
The Central City Opera has a new big plan, so the City is working with the Opera to discuss expansions. The opera could add heat, which would allow it to operate year around.
They also might add heat to Washington Hall, where the art gallery is located, and that would expand its uses year around. A council seat will be vacant and up for election on April 4.
Miera thanked the staff for all of its hard work and presented department of the year awards to public utilities and public works.
State of Central City addressed
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Nederland Area Seniors Calender
Monday, Feb 7, Noon, $5/$8.25: Chef Salad, Vegetable Soup, WW Roll, Peach
For Seniors 60 years of age and older, there is a $2.50 donation asked for all Senior Luncheons. For Free Transportation to any of these events or to
RSVP please call Mary Ellen @ 303-515-4292
Gilpin County Seniors Calender
A bright spot in dark times
Serene KarplusNederland
Kristallnacht. The Night of Broken Glass. The crash resounded through all of Europe as countries awoke to the recognition of Nazi terrorism. Many felt powerless to stop the freight train of racial hatred.
That night, November 9, 1938, mobilized human rights activists and religious sects eager to save everyone they could reach. The Friends Society of Quakers negotiated with the Nazis to allow the removal of children from a few countries. Various Christian churches worked together with Jewish organizations and acted swiftly.
England agreed to open its doors to children under the age of 18. Volunteers throughout the country stepped up to house children in a sort of foster parent relationship. They arranged train fare and ferry crossings from Germany, Austria, and Prague.
Jewish and other persecuted parents from these countries packed a single suitcase for their children as young as 3 years old, hugged them good-bye, and put them on the train to unknown destinations in England where they would arrive to strangers who could not speak their language. They assumed it was a temporary adventure, a holding place to keep children safe from the onslaught of impending war.
In the brief window of the next nine months, nearly 10,000 children traveled from mainland Europe to England. Nearly 20,000 parents said tearful good-byes. Most never saw one another again, as parents were slaughtered by the millions during the Holocaust.
These precious few children were saved, thanks to the many religious organizations and volunteers who rescued them. Some enjoyed loving homes and families who treated them like honored guests. Some were treated like dirt and virtually enslaved. Some adapted readily to their new environment and thrived. Some pined for their homeland and remained bitter about their losses.
The mission was named the “Kindertransport”, literally, the “Children’s Transport”. Since its 50th anniversary in the late 80’s, survivors now tell the story, recognizing the generosity of the British who cared for them. Many count their blessings for the opportunity granted them to create new generations of family. Books, movies, documentaries, and plays share the tales of the heartbreaking separation of children from their families, the losses they suffered, their triumphs and successes.
My father was twelve years old on Kristallnacht, living in Berlin with his parents and sister. His father practiced radiology in the front rooms of their apartment. His mother was one of twelve children, with one of her brothers residing in London. When the opportunity arose the following March to participate in the Kindertransport, my father and his younger sister left Berlin and rode to the Hook of Holland, where they ferried across to Harwich, England.
Their Uncle Leo sponsored their arrival and placed them in boarding schools. They already knew some English, having been tutored in it at home, so the shock of leaving their parents and finding their way in a foreign land was not so challenging. It was a big adventure for a young boy. Their family was remarkably fortunate. Dad’s parents managed to get to London on visitor visas, leaving behind all that they owned with only one suitcase of possessions. His father had to agree to accept no work, paid or unpaid, and after the war broke out, was interned at an enemy camp for over a year. In time, the British rescinded their no-work policy when they needed skilled medical help. The family was eventually reunited.
Dad didn’t tell his story for many decades. Even now, he feels his is not a very dramatic one. But he was one of the thousands who witnessed the remarkable feat of the Kindertransport and is grateful for the opportunity to survive and thrive. Now 91 years old with seven great grandchildren, he tells his story again. Last week, on International Holocaust Remembrance
Day, he stood before an audience of 85 guests at the Mountain MidLife dinner in Nederland to refresh a bright light in a dark period of history.
The inspiring story of this massive pre-war rescue effort is timely as America enters a political era that frightens the majority of its citizens. We are reminded of the urgency and importance of standing up for what we believe in and assisting friends and neighbors before their situation becomes dire. Our country must not repeat one of the ugliest and most painful chapters of human history. We are fortunate to live in the Land of the Free. Let’s keep it that way. For all of us.
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All adults are welcome at all Mountain MidLife and Nederland Area Seniors events, attended mostly by folks over age 50. Everyone is invited to all meals at the Nederland Community Center. Please call two days ahead for lunch reservations (further ahead for dinners and breakfasts if possible) to 303-258-0799. Missed the deadline? Call anyway. Costs listed show first the over-age-60 requested anonymous contribution, then for under-age-60. Please note that all over age 60 are welcome regardless of ability to contribute financially.
Dear Editor,
I would like to submit the following response to LOVE DOES NOT CONQUER ALL letter published in your January 26, 2017 Mountain Ear.
This is a response to Mark Cohen’s letter titled “Love Does Not Conquer All” in the Mountain Ear dated January 26, 2017.
You, Mark, should be ashamed of yourself. You are, though you deny it, inciting hate and violence.
Evidently you are a veteran. Thank you for your service. But now are you an American first or a democrat first? Guess we know the answer. Or are you just a sore loser?
You mentioned “dirty politics”. What about the people who were paid by the Democratic Party to disrupt the Republican rallies? No such riots
happened at the Democratic rallies, or did you not notice?
It’s people like you who are leaders in a community who cause people to riot and be destructive. Here is a new concept. Try kindness, support, and, yes, love. Anger solves nothing and gets you nowhere.
If you want “to do something for your country”, try encouraging “a positive attitude” and showing respect for others who may have a different opinion. And, by the way, it “is personal” to mock or demonize anyone!
If Trump fails, it won’t be for not “trying”. It will be because of people like you who refuse to at least give him a chance.
Linda & Larry MaurerNederland
Try kindness, support and, yes, love
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Rescue Pups
Deb D’AndreaNederland
I’ve had animals throughout my life and absolutely love having them by my side every day, every hour, and almost every minute of my life. Granted that means I really have no time to myself; and I now am very accustomed to always having their company while in the bathroom!
Growing up, people would bring strays to our house; we’d care for them, find them homes or keep them as part of our family. My beagle mix Peppy was my first dog; and Whiskers my first Calico cat. They were awesome and taught me much about caring for animals just by being present in my life. I also worked with horses starting at around 6 years old, and found a similar bond with them as I have with dogs and cats.
All of my companions have been rescues; and currently I have three rescue pups, each with their own stories. Tiki, Bear and Sally are my pack. At the tender age of 7 weeks, Tiki and her siblings were rescued from a bad situation by animal control in Illinois where her mom was found dead with the puppies. I saw Tiki’s beautiful little face on PetFinder.com and immediately fell in love; the rest is history. She turned 11 this year, continuing her amazing journey by my side and is my most beloved companion. She is the reason I started my business.
Bear and her sister Baci came into my life September 2008 at thirteen weeks and are pure bred Australian shepherds (Aussie’s). The breeder offered them to me before sending them to the humane society as he was finding it difficult to sell them and wanted to find them a loving home. As I teach agility, he thought these high energy pups would do great with me and asked if I wanted them – of course I said yes! Shortly thereafter when I got divorced, my ex asked if he could keep Baci as they had bonded, and I agreed, providing him a six month trial period to ensure things
would work out for Baci. It did, and they’re a happy family to this day. Bear and Tiki continued on with me, an amazing pack filled with love and an open paw to all.
March of 2014 I posted on my Facebook wall Sally’s picture as she was on death row and needed someone to adopt her that day. Sally was probably around three or four years old then. My friend Scott said he would adopt her, but he was in California at the time so animal control brought her to me. She had been deemed not adoptable as she was deathly afraid of humans, which made perfect sense seeing animal control had been chasing her for about 4 months before catching her. She wanted absolutely nothing to do with people, including me; and after realizing how much work it would take to rehab her and that she was very afraid of men, she became part of my pack. It took me about a year of consistent love, patience, positive reinforcement and her watching me interact with Tiki and Bear for her to gain complete trust with me. Sally is an absolutely lovely pup, who plays, laughs, follows by my side and curls up close at night. I don’t know her history, but I’m very fortunate she escaped death and is here at the Caribou Dog Ranch.
So if you have room in your heart, your house and your life, consider adopting a rescue, young or old, as they will add another dimension to your journey. Till next time. Deb D’Andrea, founder of 4TheLuvOfDogz & the Caribou Dog Ranch is recognized by the State of Colorado as a Certified Canine Massage Therapist and will visit your home or Vet’s office to work with your dog. Canine Agility may be offered at the Caribou Dog Ranch in 2017 if there is interest. Deb currently has limited availability for new Petz Nanny Clients; and she bakes up fresh dog treats & doggy birthday cakes per order. For information contact Deb at 720-675-7078 or email: [email protected].
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Barbara LawlorNederland
On Friday, January 27, 2017, the Nederland High School alpine ski team competed with eight teams at Ski Cooper in a slalom event. The boys’ team took fourth place in a field of 58 racers, with Aspen, Steamboat Springs and Summit County garnering the top three places.
The top 19 finishers qualified for state slalom competition, including Talus Lantz, Roland Bailey, Alex Irwin and Adler Mueller, of Nederland.
Boys’ results:8. 601 So Talus Lantz 1:20.36 10. 606 Sr Roland Bailey 1:21.28 17. 617 Fr Alex Irwin 1:25.45 19. 605 So Adler Mueller 1:26.22 23. 611 Fr Kale Lantz 1:27.84 27. 607 So Reece Titus 1:29.16
30. 608 Sr Casey Zukoski 1:33.37 33. 614 So Scout Edmondson 1:34.09 36. 602 Jr Lucas Irvin 1:35.76 38. 625 Sr Cole Skilbred 1:38.27 39. 613 Fr Quinn Olsson 1:38.51 41. 612 Fr Nathan Hayden 1:39.38 43. 620 So Alden Soto 1:46.40 45. 609 Jr Jared Smerdel 1:47.76 48. 103 Henry Houck 1:51.02
The Ned girls came in sixth place out of nine teams and 64 racers. The top 23 skiers qualified for state slalom. Cassidy Donohue came in seventh place, first on the Nederland team.
Girls’ results:7. 334 Sr Cassidy Donohue 1:25.03 25. 340 Fr Eve Colton 1:34.57 26. 342 Jr Leah Kalil 1:34.73 52. 344 Fr Anna Keher 1:53.56 60. 353 Fr Abagail Hall 2:02.14
NHS skiers slam gates at slalom
Don’t Get Stranded. Important Info You
Should Know
Kerri AungstPeak to Peak
Do you own a U.S Passport? Renew It Now! This is the message from many Travel Tour Companies and the State Department. Back in 2007 it was required for U.S Citizens to get a passport to travel out of the Country. But now all those passports are going to expire in the next couple years, causing a possible backlog and maybe some delays. But they say they are ready. Avoid the rush says the State Department. Just a note: Its over 125 million at least, maybe more. plus don’t forget all the new people applying for passports.
U.S. Passports are only good for 10 years, For Children only 5 years. So check those expiration dates. If you need to renew, DO IT NOW!
Did you know most countries you may be travelling to, Do Not Except Any passports that are expiring within 6 months of travel. Sorry you
will be denied boarding from the airlines at the gate causing major headaches for you. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months or more beyond the travel date.
More important . . .In January 2018 The Real ID Act goes into effect. In some states you will be required to show and alternate ID, as in a military ID or a Passport. This will be for boarding Domestic U.S. flights and International flights. The TSA has started to warn people now.
So either get a passport now or get yours renewed a.s.a.p. That way you can avoid some major hassles in the years to come. How much is a passport? For a new one $135 Most can renew passports by mail for $110. For Children under the age of 16 $105. Prices are valid as of Jan 2017.
So my advice to you is get your passport ready to travel. For more info please go to travel.state.gov
Contact Kerri Aungst at Beaches Etc for an All-Inclusive Beach Vacations or Cruise. Phone 303-582-3622, Email [email protected] or check out the website at www.beachesetc.com.
Is your passport ready to travel?
PHOTO BY JONATHAN DAMONOn courseNederland High School racer Natalie Platt speeds down a giant slalom course in last week’s race at Loveland. The girls came in fourth place last Friday in the slalom course at Copper Mountain.
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Huskies, Timberwolves take Eagles down
Barbara LawlorGilpin County
The Gilpin High School Eagles added two losses to their record in the past week. They hosted the Union Colony Prep Timberwolves on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 and finished with a 16-39 loss.
The Player of the Game was Berkley Davis who brought three assists, three rebounds and two steals. Freshman Jessica Wilhelm grabbed 10 rebounds in the game. The Eagles now have a 4-9 record.
10 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 stealOn Friday, Jan. 27, the Eagles played an
away game against the Highland Huskies and lost, 29-50. Junior Cecily Lepro was all over the court, scoring a team high of 10 points. She had a rebound, 2 assists, 1 steal and 1 block.
The Eagles will host the Nederland High School Panthers at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 2.
PHOTO BY BARBARA LAWLORSnagging a passGilpin High School Eagle Cicely Lepro was named Player of the Game last week. The Eagles will host the Nederland Panthers on Thursday.
Gail EddyNederland
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COMMON USER ID’S:Here is a list of common User ID’s.
If you are using any of these, you should change them immediately:
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SECURE PASSWORDS:I’ve talked about using secure
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Community speaks out to BVSDParent and volunteer Anthony Sineni
said, “Seeing these kids makes me want to cry. This is ridiculous and we shouldn’t even be here. I don’t get it. This decision was made before Christmas and I think the administration owes Jones and his family an apology. Did he even get a thank you for all of his work for the program and the boys? Did he even get a card?”
“You just don’t get Ned,” said retired teacher Bonnie Nash. She said she knows that many students were imprinted by
Aaron Jones and that BVSD just doesn’t understand that Nederland is different. “Our community stands behind and with one another. All of these questions and requests have been level-headed and we should know what the next step is. We, the taxpayers, are your bosses and we want to know what we can do next if we aren’t satisfied.”
Why is this happening?
Former soccer coach and teacher Troy
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Eagles host Panthers Thursday
Fighting for spaceGilpin High School sophomore Alex Wilhelm pushed through two opponents in a recent home game. Wilhelm sunk two three-pointers in an away game against the Highland Huskies. The Eagles will host the Nederland Panthers on Thursday, Feb.2, at 5:30 p.m.
PHOTO BY BARBARA LAWLOR
Barbara LawlorGilpin County
It was a dismal week on the road for the Gilpin County Eagle boys as they played and lost two away games, unable to get their foot in either door.
They traveled to Union Colony Prep last Tuesday, January 24, 2017 to play the Timberwolves and lost, 44-60. Sophomore Alex Wilhelm scored 13 points to lead the Eagles in connecting with the basket and Austin Boulter made 12 rebounds.
On Friday, January 27, they hopped on the bus again to play an away game against the Highland Huskies and lost, 26-62. Sophomore Will Lorenz scored 2 three-pointers and came up with 11 points to lead the Eagles. Braedyn Perez caught the action recovering 7 rebounds. The Eagles now have a 2-10 record.
Chris Burtschi, junior: 4 points 3 rebounds, 2 assists
Braedyn Perez, senior: 7 rebounds.
The Eagles will host the Nederland Panthers who now have a 1-9 record at 5:30 p.m. this Thursday, February 2. It will be a competitive effort for both teams.
Community speaks out to BVSD
Tewalt said he was at the school pre-Jones and saw the changes that took place in the program. “How he could be let go is unbelievable. I just want him and his family to be shown some respect.”
Parent of three sons, Dan Rasdall says coach Jones taught his sons how to behave and how to act. He picked up the boys for practice when Dan was recovering from cancer.
“If everyone was like Jones, this would be a perfect world to live in. These kids deserve more than what they’re getting.
This is a sad day.”One mother was concerned about what
this action says to her kids, the message they are receiving. “The big message is how will you handle this situation. Sometimes people make mistakes. Maybe we should try to work together for a solution.”
Administrator DeBerry said the next step is to take all the messages to the district and share the information. She said Principal Yantzer will get back to them and that her task was to listen first hand and then do due diligence.
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Panther girls fight for points on road
Year of the Rooster
For millennia ,the Chinese lunar zo-diac has been observed. On January the 28th, the new year of the fire rooster is celebrated. Fittingly, the rooster wel-comes the dawn of ideas. This creature is known for precision and endurance. The independent rooster is also known to be narrow-minded.
The Chinese sign reigns for one year; the western sign for one month. Accord-ing to ancient tradition, the twelve in each system are considered to be paired. Read further to find out which animal in the Chi-nese zodiac is paired with your western sign.
Aries– Aries fares triumphantly in both the east and the west. In the east, the first sign of the zodiac is associated with the magnificent dragon, the only magical creature in the group. In the west, the first sign is considered to be the best, whose fiery energy blends well with the Sun.
Taurus– The second member of the western zodiac, Taurus, is associated with the Chinese sign of the mysterious and sensual snake. The correspondence is clear, as a Taurus is considered to be
someone who appreciates art and luxury. 2017 is considered to be very for-tunate for you.
Gemini- The twins of the west are paired with the energetic horse of the east. Both of these signs like to be on the go and involved in the world around them. According to the fortune tellers of the east, during the year of the rooster, you are enjoined to remain calm, and all will be well.
Cancer- Cancer is considered to be connected with the sign of the creative sheep. The Moon Children are sensitive and tactful, as is the sheep. The year of the rooster is considered to be an enter-taining year for you, but it is suggested that you should not spend more than you earn.
Leo- The kings of the jungle are linked to the monkey. The lion is the leader of the western zodiac, and the monkey is the trickster of the east. During the year of the rooster, you are warned to not underesti-mate your opponents. A good career con-tact may well come to you in 2017.
Virgo- Virgo is deemed to be associat-ed with the rooster in the east. This would be considered to be an auspicious omen for you, given that this is the year of the fire rooster. The seers of the east suggest that powerful and influential people will be drawn into you sphere of influence.
Libra- The loyal dog of the orient is the match for the social sign of Libra. The rambunctious year of the rooster is considered to be generally good for mar-riage. With Jupiter visiting your sign of re-lationship this year, love and marriage are therefore indicated in both systems.
Scorpio- The noble boar, the final sign of the Buddhist zodiac, is the combination given for the mysterious sign of Scorpio. The twelve animals in this ancient method of defining birth years
are the ones who came to say farewell to the Buddha as he was departing this planet.
Sagittarius- The archer of the west finds himself paired with the first sign of the zodiac of the east. The hard-working rat cherishes friends. Both eastern and western astrology predict romance for you or around you in the year ahead. Celebra-tions are in your future.
Capricorn- The industrious ox, who remains strong when adversity arises, is a fine match for the sure-footed mountain goat. Career advancement is predicted in in both hemispheres of the globe for you in the year ahead. Steady efforts, day in and day out, will bring rewards to you.
Aquarius- The bold tiger, who is con-sidered to be intrigued by innovative con-cepts, makes a fortunate combination with the intelligent sign of Aquarius. Both are seeking the unattainable, the sublime, the ideal. Help arrives from unexpected places and new found friends in 2017.
Pisces- The gentle rabbit is aligned with the intuitive sign of Pisces. This crea-ture is considered to be the most fortu-nate of the twelve creatures who had the prescience to bid farewell to the departing Buddha. Your friends will prove to be al-lies for you during the year of the rooster.
Karen Anderson is available for read-ings at 303-258-7258.
Barbara LawlorNederland
It was a hard week for the Nederland High School girls’ basketball team, as they continued their long run of away games. They traveled to Lyons on Saturday, January 24, 2017 where the Lions walloped them 52-13. Karen Sorokach scored five points, leading the team in scores, and sophomore Avy Henrikson was the leader with eight rebounds.
Period scores:1-16 8-16 0-8 4-12
Individual Statistics:Helen Cross, freshman: 1 point, 2
reboundsLinnaea Thibedeau, junior: 4 points, 6
rebounds, 1 steal, 1 block
Breegan McClish, sophomore: 1 point, 3 rebounds, 1 block
On Saturday, January 28, the Ned girls traveled to Holyoke where they played against the Dragons, who won, 50-11.
Although the team is struggling, they put their hearts into the game and are a pleasure to watch.
They will bring this spirit to the Thursday, February 2, away game against the Gilpin High School Eagles at 5:30 p.m.
Period Scores:2-17 0-9 6-11 3-13
Commitment to each otherThe Nederland High School girls’ basketball team and their coach, Simone Smead, encourage each other during a time out. Although they are struggling to win a second game this season, they keep on supporting each other and having a good time on the court.
PHOTOS BY BARBARA LAWLOR
Cynthia ChambersNederland
Put on your dancing shoes because there is a Salsa Sunday social happening next weekend in Nederland. The Caribou Room will host an all ages show starting with a Salsa dance class to get everyone revved up and ready. The class will be taught by Jessie Keller and begins at 4:30pm and will last until 5:30pm.
Music will follow at 6:00pm featuring Chicos Malos. The band is an ensemble of many locally talented musicians that includes Victor Mestas on Keys, Jose Alberto- Vocals, Jonny Jyemo on drums, Scott Messermith
on congas, and Mike Facey on bass.Playing mostly Cuban Salsa
peppered with a little Latin Jazz, Chicos Malos has been consistently building a following all around Boulder and Denver. Offering a fresh rootsy sound and energetic atmosphere they play as much as they can to the ever-growing crowds while spreading the electric energy that only Salsa can generate.
The Caribou Room is excited to bring Salsa to the mountains and look forward to a full dance floor of newly found Salsa lovers. For more information please check the venue website at www.thecaribouroom.com. Tickets are $10, doors open at 4:00pm.
Salsa Sunday in Nederland
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Panthers pummeled in away games
Barbara LawlorNederland
In the past week, the Nederland Panther boys’ basketball team traveled to Lyons and Holyoke and lost both games, resulting in a 1-9 record for the season which has only four games left to play.
On Tuesday, January 24, 2017 the Panthers fought the Lions and were beat down 28-92. Junior Jarod Rasdall was high scorer with 10 points, including two three-pointers and tied Damon Vigil for rebounds, with four each. Taylor Hoffman put up the defensive stats with four steals and two blocks.
2 rebounds, 2 assists, 4 steals, 2 blocksOn Friday, January 27, the team
traveled to Holyoke where the Dragons captured the win, 78-16.
Period Scores:3-31 2-17 3-24 8-6
The Panthers will travel to Gilpin High School on Thursday, February 2, where they will play the Eagles, their mountain rivals, in what should be a competitive game.
At top speedNederland Panther senior Jaylen Rasdall makes a break for the basket in a previous home game. Rasdall scored nine points in the away game at Lyons last week.
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The Town of Nederland is seeking applicants for the position of Public Works Operator 1
(Utilities)
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Performs a variety of entry-level skilled duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of all public utility services. Duties and responsibilities include, but
are not limited to the following: (Primary) water treatment, transmission, and
distribution; wastewater collection and treatment; storm water collection; meter
installations; heavy equipment operation and maintenance; (Secondary) street and right-of-way maintenance; parks and cemetery maintenance; fire mitigation for Town open
spaces; and building maintenance.
Applications are due by Friday 17 February 2017 at 5:00pm.
The Town of Nederland, Colorado is accepting applications for the position of Town Administrator. The community is comprised of about 1,500 residents in town limits, and serves about 7,500 people in the Peak to Peak region. The Town Administrator directly supervises 6 department heads and support staff, in an overall staff of about 30. The Town Administrator is responsible for developing and administering a General Fund budget of nearly $2 million, and overall budget of about $5 million, including enterprise funds, as well as implementing the policies and goals set by the Town Board.
The successful candidate should possess a degree in public administration or related field and at least five years progressively responsible experience. Master’s degree and experience in Colorado a plus. Experience
required in municipal finance/budgeting, economic development, and implementation of town policies to meet strategic goals.
Salary range is $70,000-$85,000 DOQ. Residency/relocation to the Boulder/Gilpin County area is required. Ideally, the successful candidate would be available to start the position in the spring of 2017, to allow for orientation with the current administrator.
Those interested should submit a cover letter and resume to Town Clerk LauraJane Baur,
P.O. Box 396, Nederland, CO 80466, or [email protected] no later than
February 10, 2017 at 5 p.m.
Full job description is available at: http://nederlandco.org/employment/.
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Responsible person to work for adult w/ disability, to assist w/ mainly housekeeping duties. Schedule is negotiable. Pay will be
$12/hr. w/ raise in due time. Please call 720.415.3572
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Help Wanted-BVSD Nederland Middle Sr High School-2nd Shift Custodian. BOULDER VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT at Nederland Middle Senior High School has a Custodial
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Seth GrobAttorney for Adoption OptionsGrob & Eirich, LLC12596 W. Bayaud Ave., Suite 390Lakewood, CO 80228(303) 679-8266
NOTICE OF ANTICIPATED EXPEDITED RELINQUISHMENT OF THE PARENT-CHILD LEGAL RELATIONSHIP
TO: Any and All Unknown Birth Fathers, Respondents
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED, PURSUANT TO C.R.S. § 19-5-103.7, AS FOLLOWS:
You have been identified by Jamie Fawn Fitzgerald as the possible birth father of her child, who is expected to be born on or about February 24, 2017 in Colorado.
Ms. Fitzgerald plans to relinquish her parental rights to the child on an expedited basis in the Jefferson County District Court, State of Colorado, where the adoption agency has an office, pursuant to C.R.S. § 19-5-103.5 in order to make the child available for adoption.
Placing a child for adoption requires termination of the birth mother and alleged birth father(s) parent-child legal relationships. Termination of parental rights means that pursuant to a court order, all rights powers, privileges, immunities, duties and obligations existing between a parent and a child are permanently severed, except for inheritance rights, which will be severed at the time of the final decree of adoption. Upon termination of parental rights, a parent shall: (a) no longer have the right to custody of, or parenting time with the child; (b) no longer have the right to any information concerning the whereabouts, activities, health, or well-being of the child; and (c) have no say in any further decisions concerning said child.
A birth parent of a child has the right to contest the termination of parental rights.
Failure to declare intent to contest the termination of parental rights may likely result in a termination of parental rights to the child. In order to contest the termination of the parent-child legal relationship, YOU MUST:
Request and then return a “Reply Form to Notice of Anticipated Expedited Relinquishment” to Adoption Options at the above address or to Grob & Eirich, LLC, 12596 W. Bayaud Ave., Suite 390 Lakewood, CO 80228 by Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested, no later than twenty-one (21) days after the date of this notice or before the birth mother’s relinquishment petition is filed with the court, whichever occurs later. The date of notice shall be considered the date of the first day of publication in the newspaper.
OR
Request and return a “Reply Form to Notice of Anticipated Expedited Relinquishment” in person to Adoption Options, at the address indicated above, no later than twenty-one (21) days after the date of this notice or before the birth mother’s relinquishment petition is filed with the court, whichever occurs later. The date of notice shall be considered the date of the first day of publication in the newspaper. You should bring photo identification with you for in-person submission.
YOU MUST ALSO:
File a claim of paternity pursuant to Article 4 of Title 19, Colorado Revised Statutes and notify Adoption Options pursuant to C.R.S. § 19-5-105.5. This claim of paternity must be filed no later than twenty-one (21) days after the date of this notice or before the birth mother’s relinquishment petition is filed with the court, whichever occurs later. The date of notice shall be considered the date of the first day of publication in the newspaper.
You may also waive your right to contest the termination of parental rights and doing so will likely result in a termination of any parental rights you may have to the child. If you do not believe that you are the father of this child, please check the appropriate box on the reply form.
YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT IF YOU FAIL TO PROPERLY REPLY TO THIS NOTICE IN A MANNER DESCRIBED ABOVE, YOU ALSO WAIVE YOUR RIGHT TO ANY FURTHER NOTICE RELATED TO THE ANTICIPATED EXPEDITED RELINQUISHMENT PROCEEDINGS AND YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS, IF ANY, WILL LIKELY BE TERMINATED BY THE COURT.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Seth GrobGrob & Eirich, LLCAttorney for Adoption Options
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Susan GerhartNederland
“I will say, with memoir, you must be honest. You must be truthful.” Elie Wiesel
With few exceptions, the memoir genre has always struck me as self-serving and redemptive, especially when written by someone in the prime of life. Here are some of the exceptions that are worth your time.
Paul Kalanithi was finishing decades of training as a neurosurgeon when he was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. He was thirty-six, married, and on his way to a brilliant career when his life was turned upside down as he became the patient rather than the doctor. What do you do when there is no future? Kalanithi and his wife chose to have a child, a kind of future. Kalanithi lived for twenty-two months after the initial diagnosis, and in that time, he wrote an exquisite memoir of his life and his dying in When Breath Becomes Air. Kalanithi shows us the way when death comes too soon.
In A Really Good Day: How Microdosing Made a Mega Difference in My Mood, My Marriage, and My Life, renowned author Ayelet Waldman recounts a life disrupted by mood swings. Conventional therapy and drugs did nothing to alleviate the anxiety and depression that dominated her and her family. As a last resort, this criminal attorney turned to microdoses of LSD, a Schedule 1 illegal drug in the U.S., like marijuana. Both were
classified as such during the Nixon administration, many believe
to criminalize the behavior of certain groups. But
Waldman reports that it works for her, and she’s not seeing pink elephants. LSD has allowed Waldman to
resume a normal life and to produce a book
on the history and use of LSD that is both educational
and funny. The doses arrive anonymously from a friend of a friend, one “Lewis Carroll.”
After the breakup of her thirty-year marriage to experimental filmmaker Stan Brakhage, former local Jane Wodening got in her car Bobo and started to drive. She recounts her adventures, her thoughts, and her eventual healing in Driveabout.
Battleworn: The Memoir of a Combat Medic in Afghanistan is Chantelle Taylor’s account of the seven weeks in 2008 that B Company of the British Army struggled to hold a dusty Afghani town from the Taliban. What started as a routine patrol turned into a siege with Taylor, a medic, and her fellow soldiers facing death daily. The battle was so intense and the casualty rate was so high that Taylor was both fighter and caregiver. This is a good look at the daily life of a soldier under fire, the fear, the humor, and the comradeship.
My favorite memoir remains Mary Karr’s The Liar’s Club published in 1995. The title refers to her hard-living father and his friends who would gather to drink and tell stories when not working the East Texas oilfields. Her much-married mother harbors secrets that threaten to destroy Karr and her sister. In the current edition of the book, Karr discusses the effect her book had on her family.
I reviewed Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis by J.D. Vance in a previous column. In light of current events, if you haven’t read it, you should. Although written twenty-one years apart, it shares subject matter with The Liar’s Club. Something to think about.
See you around the stacks.
Read in Ned Climate change leadership
Clyde BurnettNederland
Historically, it was the Swedish chemist, Svante Arrhenius, in 1896, who performed the paper and pencil calculation predicting a 5-6 degree Celsius global temperature increase if the CO2 atmospheric concentration were to double.
Then in 1950, it was the oceanographer Roger Revelle at La Jolla who realized that we were performing a geophysical experiment to determine the actual danger of a CO2 increase. So, in 1950, Charles Keeling began the CO2 measurements at Mauna Loa that are continuing today. Now we have the research of our most prominent climate scientists from James Hansen of NASA Goddard and Columbia University, to Richard Alley and Michael Mann of Penn State, to Susan Solomon of Boulder NOAA, to Katherine Hayhoe of Texas Tech University. They have served in leadership roles from warnings to Congress, to co-chairman of the IPCC, to NSF sponsored “Earth: The Operator’s Manual”, to serve with President Obama in a South Lawn climate presentation interview.
Question: Do we have other civilian leaders?
Answer: Al Gore of The Inconvenient Truth and Our Choice and The Climate Reality Project, Bill McGibben of 350.org, Pope Francis in his encyclical “Laudato si”, and Leonardo DiCaprio who made the film “Before the Storm”.
California’s campaign is to reduce CO2 in the state by 40% below the 1990 level by 2030. Governor Brown has vowed, “California is not turning back. Not now, not ever.”
President Obama, after unsuccessful compromise with Congress, has made important administration rulings to mitigate the climate change by CO2 increase, and the administration of FEMA to adapt to the ongoing climate change disasters. His leadership in the Paris Conference in 2015 was instrumental in proceeding with international steps
to stem the global temperature to 2oC or less. In January, he continued the investment of $500 Million in support of developing countries to adapt to the dangers of climate change.
Question: Are there other countries that lead in mitigation of climate change?
Answer: Prominent examples include Germany with support of solar energy and research in nuclear fusion with the Stellerator. Most prominent is China, with the manufacture of solar and wind energy equipment and the beginning of control of coal-powered energy in response to pollution pressures.
Conversely, our television and print media have completely failed in acknowledging the existence and dangers of climate change. This effectively supports climate deniers and the fossil fuel lobby. The local news channels’ weather and the Weather Channel have avoided mention of climate change. In January, Mike Nelson, chief meteorologist of Denver ABC Channel 7, has broken the silence with his essays on the ABC website. His leadership efforts have been republished in the prestigious Yale Climate Change Communication.
Unfortunately, climate change deniers in politics and the electorate see few followers of these scientific or citizen activists. The extreme weather events, sea level rise, worldwide climate disasters, and the confused, and perhaps desperate, response of some of our beautiful creatures have failed to convince citizens of the reality of dangerous climate change. Poor science education background is believed to make the argument of energy imbalance from infrared trapping of little attraction to potentially concerned citizens. Arguments to consider problems for children and grandchildren as well as the health of the planet apparently carry little weight. Current concerns of the next generation are not readily apparent. The United States is losing environmental leadership now and in the future due to Federal Climate policies excused by citizen confusion and apathy.
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PHOTOS BY BARBARA LAWLORThe 2017 Grapes Basketball TeamTop, from left: Loic Masters, Jakob Osborne, Triniity LeBlanc, Lino Barelo and Koa Siglin. Bottom, from left: Soliel Palmer, Autumn Pattridge and Aya Donahue.
The 2017 Smurfs Basketball TeamTop, from left: Cutter Larsen, Tyler Gilmour, Opal Kinnikin and Dean Howell. Bottom, from left: Gideon Emery and Brooklyn Weaver. Not pictured: Kendall Zotti.
The 2017 Fireballs Basketball TeamTop, from left: Ajani Whittleton, Gavin Dillon, Taylor Johnson and Ben Harvey. Bottom, from left: Mirabelle Holmgren and Keahi Donahue. Not pictured: Payton Kutscher.
The 2017 Heat Basketball TeamTop, from left: Evie Gustafson, Lane Willis, AJ Merz and Brennan Oliver. Bottom, from left: Eli Weiner, Savannah Hill and Natalia Garcia-Upczak.
