Jackson the turkey, who lives with Tammila and Erick Wright in Manitou Springs, isn’t worried about being the main course on Thanksgiving. The 10-year-old tom, which they took in about eight years ago, has his own room and is careful about where he “goes.” Jackson loves to have visitors, especially young ones, Tammila Wright said.
The La Fun Motel continues to generate derision for its shoddy appearance in what residents regard as a family-oriented community.
Built in 1937, the motel at 123 Manitou Ave. (1.3 miles from the center of town) has been abandoned since the city revoked its business license due to criminal activity there. The property is an eyesore, and criminals and/or transients break in, vandalize or set fire to the property.
A fence sporting a developer’s sign now surrounds the property. Outside of a couple of the
newer hotels, marijuana outlets and a couple of restaurants, the area is run-down and aesthetically uninviting for tourists. Residents want to know what is being done about the property.
Formed in 2006, the Manitou Springs Urban Renewal Authority seeks to revitalize and cure blight in the corridor just east of Highway 24 in Manitou Springs. Its funding mechanism is sales tax revenues but wasn’t effectively funded until Manitou legalized recreational marijuana.
MSURA Board Chair Debbie Sagen first learned about the motel’s activity from her
daughter, whose classmate at Manitou Springs Elementary School and her family (three children, four adults) lived in one room at the motel.
“By the time I joined the MSURA board in 2019, this illegal short-term rental activity at the motel was on the rise and the city began taking enforcement action within a year. While the owners were trying to comply with city codes, they could not do so successfully, so the motel was shut down after losing their license to operate,” Sagen said.
The owners put the motel and property up for sale. The total market value is about $702,562, according to the El Paso County Assessor. The assessor’s site lists the owner as Paragon Manitou Gardener LLC, filed in August, with a registered agent in Littleton and a principal address in Fishers, Indiana.
The MSURA recently finalized a deal with a developer to purchase the motel for re-development. Actual use hinges on how ideas would fit within current building codes, and/or if city planning and leadership are open to adjusting those codes to accommo date thoughtful, innovative development.
Sagen said this type of re-development can’t happen without public/private partnership — given the condition of the properties in the MSURA, and specifically, La Fun, requiring asbestos mitigation and scrape off.
Manitou Springs wasn’t part of the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department until 1985, resulting in possible significant challenges and issues within the MSURA.
All-Phase Environmental Consultants most likely is involved with asbestos mitigation, but could not be reached for comment.
A development group approached the MSURA board in late 2021 to consider re-developing the property, but the sale fell through. In February 2022, the Paragon group stepped in and, with the MSURA board, began exploring development ideas through the first half of 2022.
According to Sagen, the board used its authority and funds to assure the Paragon team could successfully redevelop the property.
John Block, the property’s development manager, said residents will be happy to see the La Fun torn down and that demolition plans are in the early stages.
“Ideally, the city would like to see a small grocery store built there or maybe apartments offering ground-floor retail. Manitou has few apartments and I think the community would welcome this,” he said.
Sagen said the MSUA authorized a development agreement that spells out what the MSURA funds will be used for as the property is redeveloped.
“We do this because these types of property are far more expensive to develop than vacant land, so most of the properties within our boundaries are very difficult to develop without assistance,” Sagen said.
“Fortunately, the completion of the Westside Avenue Action Plan project made the La Fun re-development viable for the Paragon team, but they still wouldn’t have pursued the project without MSURA’s financial assistance.
“The property is safer now since a fence now surrounds it, and the buildings will be demolished
once the asbestos is safely removed. Once re-devel oped, the property will generate more taxes than the La Fun ever could, and the residents of Manitou will benefit from new business activity.”
Farley McDonough of Adam’s Mountain Café said the motel has been a liability to her establish ment for years. Homeless people and others struggling with addiction and mental health crises have trekked back and forth between 31st Street and the motel near Adam’s location.
“It’s no secret that there has been illegal, and
Mountain Café, Beckers Lane Bridge, public art and new lighting) and the marijuana money was largely the impetus for that.
“It’s always more expensive to redevelop than to build on ‘virgin’ land, because you may have hazardous materials mitigation, you may be tearing down an old building. You don’t know what you’ll find underneath. These factors create risk for developers/investors and can make it harder to get projects done in these types of areas,” Campbell said.
In August, Manitou Springs City Council removed the MSURA’s funding stream. A portion of retail sales tax within that Urban Overlay Zone was dedicated to the MSURA for improvement. Council members feared recreational marijuana sales would be approved in Colorado Springs and anticipated a decline in revenues.
Since re-development projects can be expensive due to property values, demolition and infrastruc ture upgrades needed to get a property ready for development, public assistance often is needed to encourage property owners to rehabilitate or redevelop a property. The La Fun Motel is an example of this and is very blighted, according to MSURA Executive Director Jim Rees.
sometimes dangerous, activity happening on the property.
Adam’s has had personal property stolen and found located at the La Fon,” McDonough said.
“We have had to take numerous precautions to protect our staff, customers and our building as a result of prior activity based at the old motel. Further, being a very large and visible property, the dilapidated and mismanaged business could only have a negative impact on those customers driving to Adam’s from the Highway 24 interchange.”
McDonough initially did not request to participate in using MSURA funding to upgrade the Adam’s building, she said.
“We had a solid lender and obtained the construction loan without incident. But, when we dug into the property, we discovered several issues had to be addressed, such as a decrepit sewer system, a grossly inadequate grease trap system, and the flat roof over the kitchen was dangerous and had to be replaced,” McDonough said.
“I went to the URA for additional funding to make the financial gap needed to complete the project. Full disclosure: I was on the URA board at this time but recused myself from any discussion and/or voting conducted by the board under the guidance of our attorney.”
According to resident Karole Campbell, who’s helping with PR for the project, the URA was hitting its stride in the past few years (new Holiday Inn Express, renovation and improvement of Adam’s
“MSURA believes the financial assistance will result in an asset for Manitou that will provide jobs, retail and/or housing opportunities as well as long-term tax revenue for the city, county and school district,” Rees said.
MSURA is working with Paragon to come up with the best use for the site that will meet the needs of the city and be economically viable. Paragon is considering retail as well as multi-family housing options, Rees said.
“This will take months to complete and get approved by the city. Meanwhile, the asbestos abatement will be completed soon and demolition will be finished early next year,” Rees said.
McDonough sees this situation as a catalyst for change that might inspire new and interesting businesses to the end of town including more restaurants and retail.
“We need to feel a sense of place in our little east end of Manitou Springs, so I am excited to see if this project is the spark,” McDonough said.
Campbell agreed, adding, “Look at South Nevada Avenue and the cool stuff happening there. It was blighted, lots of homeless, fleabag motels and the URA over there has built new condos, restaurants, shops.
“The public/private partnership did an amazing job of changing the profile of that area. We can do that in Manitou as well.”
Sagen looks forward to the day when she can take her family to shop, eat and play along this stretch of the avenue, she said.
“I think this re-development project is the best way to accelerate that vision,” Sagen said.
— Debbie Sagan
These types of property are far more expensive to develop than vacant land.
State Sen. Pete Lee (D-District 11) was celebrated with a gathering at the Manitou Art Center on Friday, Nov. 18. More than 100 people had RSVP’d, and few let the snow deter them. Gov. Jared Polis and Democratic U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet recorded videos expressing their appreciation that were shown during the event.
Please mark 4-6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, on your calendar to join Ralph Routon, Pikes Peak Bulletin executive editor emeritus, Amy Gillentine, publisher, and Rhonda Van Pelt, editor. We’ll have delicious bites from the Bread Stork and Noice Foods, and warm beverages as we share holiday cheer in the second-floor conference room at the Manitou Art Center, 515 Manitou Ave.
Amy will explain what’s going on with the Bulletin’s parent company, Sixty35media. Ralph and Rhonda will present opportunities for the community to support Manitou’s hometown newspaper as we move forward into 2023 and our owner, John Weiss, retires.
We hope to see you there! Please RSVP to Cathy Reilly, creilly@ Sixty35media.org (with PPB in the subject line) or 719-329-5229.
Courtesy of Manitou Springs School District 14
Air Force Academy cadets visited Manitou Springs High School science students on Thursday, Nov. 17, to inspire them about aeronau tics. Lt. Nikita Webb led fellow cadets in assembling a real glider in the gymnasium.
Students learned about Bernoulli’s principle and the physics of flying while sitting in the glider. Then, they headed over to the flight simulator to fly over the high school and around Pikes Peak, doing loop-de-loops. They had to be careful not to reach the “velocity never exceed” 155 knots (180 mph) or risk crashing.
Advanced students were even towed by an airplane and released the towline after reaching 7,300 feet. Then they “changed lanes” to avoid crashing and safely landed, sometimes even “crabbing” the glider, which is similar to jackknifing a car.
Heuser & Heuser law firm is dedicated not only to protecting the legal interests of Colorado residents, but also supporting the community’s young people.
Applications are being accepted for a scholarship that will support three students in their educational journeys and help them be a force for positive change in the world.
Scholarships will be awarded as
follows: first place — $3,000; second place — $2,000; and third place — $1,000.
Digital entries will not be accepted. Mail hard-copy entries to 625 N. Cascade Ave., Suite 300, Colorado Springs 80903, attn.: Emily Higgins.
All entrants must be Colorado high school seniors who will be attending college, trade school or joining the military after high school.
In the United States, freedom of speech is protected by law. However, this freedom can be a double-edged sword, meaning that although we are free to enjoy this principle, the freedom of speech can also have consequences. In 1,000 words or fewer, describe what this means for you.
• Dec. 15 — Application deadline. Submissions postmarked after this date will not be accepted.
• Jan. 16, 2023 — The three winners will be notified.
Information: 719-419-9634.
According to the CoPIRG (Colorado Public Interest Research Group) Foundation, “Colorado is not moving fast enough to improve recycling and composting. In the fifth year of the ‘State of Recycling & Composting in Colorado Report,’ Eco-Cycle and CoPIRG found Colorado is failing to meet its recycling and compost ing goals and remains one of the 20 most wasteful states.
“In 2020, Colorado’s statewide recycling and composting rate was just 15 percent, which is less than half the national recycling and composting rate of 32 percent. The recycling rate for plastics was even worse than the state average, with only 9 percent of plastic containers and packaging recycled statewide.
“In total, Coloradans buried over 5,900,000 tons of materials in the state’s landfills in 2020.”
I received this article from the Pikes Peak
worse, depending on how each one of us will swallow this bitter pill right before the holidays!
What does this say about Manitou Springs? Is Manitou one of the “leading Colorado communities recovering more than 50 percent of their discarded materials, demonstrating that recycling and composting can be successful solutions for Colorado to reduce climate emissions, create green jobs, and conserve natural resources”?
Since we are approaching the end of 2022 and preparing to enter 2023, this article challenges me to step back and take a deeper assessment of Manitou’s sustainability goals as outlined in Resolution 1919.
Have we met our own goals? Have we reassessed the timeline for this initiative to be accomplished according to the dire warnings just issued at the Egypt Climate Crisis talks?
Resolution 1919 is a “resolution establishing the commitment to have a sustainable environment and an ambitious response to climate change for the city of Manitou Springs.”
Resolution 1919 contains 17 lifesaving, responsible and ethical initiatives or directives Manitou Springs must take action on to take care of
our own little Rocky Mountain town! To take and do on behalf of our future leaders and future generations.
Initiative No. 4: Reduce waste through the elimination of single-use plastic and polystyrene and reduce community litter and trash by the end of 2020.
Initiative No. 5: Establish a hazardous waste safe disposal program by 2020.
Samantha Bailey, sustainability coordinator of the city of Colorado Springs, created this definition for Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers and City Council to learn that: “Sustainability is defined as ‘Living or acting in a manner that balances improving quality of life, a healthy vibrant community, a mindful stewardship of the natural resources and environment while protecting the ability of future generations to do the same.’”
In my humble opinion, after reading this article, Manitou Springs needs to join forces with Colorado Springs to work toward being leaders in the sustainabil ity movement to meet climate crisis goals … that still appear to be denied, ignored, lost or simply trashed.
Please read the full article at: pirg.org/colorado/ foundation/resources/the-state-of-recyclingand-composting-in-colorado-2021.
Turn to insideoutys.org or call 719-328-1056 Also, the National Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990, provides immediate crisis counseling to people affected by the Colorado Springs mass shooting. It’s sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administra tion, and counselors are available 24/7.
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Care and Share’s free groceries distributions will continue at the Pool & Fitness Center, 202 Manitou Ave. It is a shopping experience, meaning everybody is welcome to receive as much, or as little, of groceries as they want.
Distributions take place noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays. The next date will be Dec. 6, the only one that month.
to homeowners or residents via their water bills.
The funds can pay for insulation, air sealing, heat pumps, water heaters, high-efficiency toilets and irrigation equipment. This program will continue through the end of 2022, or until the budgeted amount runs out.
Be smart about bears —
Bears are about to get very active in Colorado as they search for food before hibernat ing this winter. At this time, they’re likely to forage for human food, trash and fruit trees in urban areas. Their instinct to eat can overcome any fear of humans.
In partnership with the Housing Advisory Board, the city’s Planning Department is providing $10,000 in funding toward the Energy Efficiency Rebate Program, which will give rebates
Potential applicants must apply for a property improvement permit and have receipts of purchased equipment. Residents can retroactively apply for a rebate, as long as they follow the above rules and the fixture was purchased and installed on or after Jan. 1, 2022.
Information: bit.ly/MSRebates.
They can sniff out potential food sources as much as five miles away. Barbeque grills, unsecured trash and pet food can lure them into cities. They have been able to open car doors when searching for food.
Manitou Springs has a strict policy about wildlife-resistant trash receptacles. Information: www.manitouspringsgov.com/437/GarbageRefuse.
PLEASE LIMIT THEM TO 300 WORDS; the Bulletin reserves the right to edit for clarity and space. If you have more to say, please inquire about writing a guest column of 600 to 800 words. We’ll need to know about those by noon Monday of the publication week. Since columns take up a full page, we may have to hold them for a week be cause we don’t have space. Send letters and inquiries about guest columns to editor@pikespeakbulletin.com or mail them to: Pikes Peak Bulletin, attn. editor, 513 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs 80829. Letters and the actual columns are due noon Tuesday of the publication week.
“Thoughts and prayers” are not enough. They have never been enough.
Winter Arts and Crafts Market: Gifts, decorations, giveaways and music will be offered at this fun event featuring local makers. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Old Colorado City History Center, 1 S. 24th St. Information: occhs.org or 636-1225.
Bear Creek by Candlelight: Join Bear Creek Nature Center for its annual holiday celebration. Walk on luminary-lit nature trails and enjoy live music, a chili dinner from Texas Roadhouse, a meet and greet with Santa Claus and festive crafts. $7 for members and $8 for non-members. 5-8 p.m. 245 Bear Creek Road. Information: communityservices. elpasoco.com/nature-centers/nature-centerprograms or 520-6387.
Family Star Party: Learn about a popular group of astronomical objects called the Messier Catalogue and learn how to find them with binoculars or a telescope. Outdoor events are free. Indoor admission is half-price. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Space Foundation Discovery Center, 4425 Arrowswest Drive. Information: discoverspace.org/event/family-star-partydecember-2022 or 576-8000.
The Women of the AdAmAn Club: Learn about the Women of the AdAmAn Club, including Sue Graham (Member No. 79), the first woman to join the club. 11 a.m. Manitou Springs Heritage Center, 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouspringsheritagecenter. org or 685-1454.
Cool Science: Join Cool Science at the Space Foundation Discovery Center to learn about color and try out cool color experiments. Price included with regular admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 4425 Arrowswest Drive. Information: discoverspace.org/event/cool-science-color-
changing-magic or 576-8000.
Homeschool Days — Cool Space Missions: Take a look at all the coolest current missions in space including NASA, SpaceX, the Webb Telescope and more. Cost is $5, plus the discounted admission cost for homeschool students. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Space Foundation Discovery Center, 4425 Arrowswest Drive. Information: discoverspace.org/event/ homeschool-day-coolest-missions-in-space or 576-8000.
The AdAmAn Club: AdAmAn member Donald Sanborn shares an entertaining presentation about the “Frozen Five,” the famous Colorado Springs crew that launched a century-long tradition to ascend Pikes Peak every New Year’s Eve and set off fireworks. 11 a.m. Manitou Springs Heritage Center, 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitousprings heritagecenter.org or 685-1454.
Lots of Knots: In this three-hour workshop, you will learn almost everything you want to know about knots and their practical usage. Get hands-on experience using different materials to successfully tie the most effective and secure knots for all your rigging needs. $8 per person, $7 for nature center member and military. 2-5 p.m. Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road. Information: ElPasoCountyNature Centers.com or 520-6977.
To submit a calendar listing (at least 10 days before your event), email calendars@pikespeakbulletin.com or mail a typed announcement to: Pikes Peak Bulletin, attn. Calendars, 513 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs 80829. No phone calls please.
Manitou Springs Real Estate LLC is sponsoring its annual Warm Clothing Drive. Clean, gently used winter clothing such as coats, sweaters, hats, mittens, scarves and boots will be accepted through Friday, Dec. 2. All sizes are accepted, but there is a heightened need this year for men’s shoes, boots, socks and gloves. Please drop off donations at the MSRE office, 727 Manitou Ave., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays, or call 685-0220 to have someone come pick it up.
MSRE staff will give away the clothing in front of the office 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Hot chocolate, hot cider and popcorn will be served. All items will be given away for free to anyone — no questions asked.
The Rocky Mountain Field Institute has honored
Springs Parks and Recreation Department and the Open Space
Committee as the land management partner of the year. The award was bestowed at RMFI’s Fall ShinDIG, which took place at Stargazers Theatre on Thursday, Nov. 17.
From left, Nancy O. Wilson of OSAC, Seth Tyler, Manitou parks manager, and Shannon Solomon, OSAC chair, with the award.
Holiday Brass and Wonderland Dancers: Come experience the magic of Christmas in Manitou Springs. Every Sunday until Christmas (plus Saturday, Dec. 24), musicians stroll along Manitou Avenue playing Christmas carols while dancers perform around downtown bringing Christmas magic to all. Noon-2 p.m. Information: manitousprings.org.
Holiday Market: Commonwheel Artists Co-op welcomes art lovers to the annual holiday market, featuring handcrafted, unique items from local artists and artisans. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. every day through Dec. 30. 102 Cañon Ave. Information: commonwheel.com or 685-1008.
Photos with Santa: Bring the whole family for portraits with Saint Nick at his Bancroft Park cabin, 2408 W. Colorado Ave. $17 first photo, $7 each additional photo. 1-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 23. Information: shopoldcoloradocity.com or 344-8537.
Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo: Bring your kiddos to the zoo after dark to enjoy thousands of lights, cool animals, warming fires and other festivities. Santa will be there, too! Advance tickets required. Dec. 2-4, 9-23 and 25-Jan. 1. 4350 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road. Information: cmzoo.org or 633-9925.
Gold Camp Christmas Headframe Lighting: Giant mine headframes will light up the night sky around Victor and Cripple Creek. Weekend evenings through Jan. 14, and every night Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day, weather permitting. The best views are from Highway 67 and Teller County Roads 81 and 83. Information and self-guided tour maps: www.visitcripplecreek.com/event/holidayheadframe-lighting
“The Wizard of Oz, Colorado”: It’s December 1899 in Cripple Creek. Dorothy Gunnison, a young schoolteacher, invites famed genius Nikola Tesla to speak to her class. But while demonstrating an invention, Tesla accidentally sends Dorothy through a time twister to the Land of Oz. There, with the assistance of the scarecrow, tin man and lion, she must find a way to return to Cripple Creek before Christmas is canceled. Through Dec. 31. $24. Butte Theater, 139 E. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek. Information: buttetheater.com or 689-6402.
Victorian Christmas Tours: Enjoy the wonders of a true Victorian holiday experience at Miramont Castle. The castle is lavishly decorated with Victorian and modern adornments. Fresh cookies and warm cider will be available in the Great Hall. Cost is $16 for adults, $14 for seniors and $12 for children 12 and under. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Additional tours on Saturday, Nov. 26 and Sunday, Nov. 27. 9 Capitol Hill Ave. Information: miramontcastle.org or 685-1011.
Victorian Christmas Tea: An elegant four-course Christmas High Tea in the Queen’s Parlour Tea Room at Miramont Castle. $50 for adults, $35 for children, includes tax and gratuity. Reservations required. Seatings at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Additional teas on Saturday, Nov. 26 and Sunday, Nov. 27. 9 Capitol Hill Ave. Information: miramontcastle.org or 685-1011.
Front Porch Singers: The quartet will lead holiday songs at the Christmas tree lighting. 5-6 p.m. Town Clock, Manitou and Cañon avenues.
Christmas Stroll: Enjoy the enchanting sounds of the Colorado Dickens Carolers in Bancroft Park. Get photos with Santa and meet Prancer the Reindeer. Treats and fun, along with holiday specials, can be found in many shops. 5-8 p.m. 2408 W. Colorado Ave. Old Colorado City. Information: shopoldcoloradocity.com or 344-8537.
Manitou Small Business Saturday: Support local businesses while checking off your holiday shopping list. Enjoy special activities and holiday fun across more than 90 locally owned shops, galleries and restaurants. All day. Information: manitousprings.org or 685- 5089.
Manitou Springs High School Band Winter Concert: The Manitou Springs High School Band presents its winter showcase. 7 p.m. District 14 Auditorium, 110 Pawnee Ave.
Manitou Springs High School Orchestra Winter Concert: The Manitou Springs High School Orchestra presents its winter showcase. 7 p.m. District 14 Auditorium, 110 Pawnee Ave.
Bear Creek by Candlelight: Walk on luminary-lit trails and enjoy live music, chili dinner from Texas Roadhouse, Santa Claus and festive crafts at the nature center. $7 per member/$8 per non-member. 5-8 p.m. 245 Bear Creek Road. Information and pre-registration: www. elpasocountynaturecenters.com.
History of Christmas Hymns/Songs: Learn about where Christmas songs came from — even from many centuries ago. Free. 6-8 p.m. Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: www.manitouchurch.org.
Holiday Food and Gift Festival: Check out one-of-a-kind gifts, including a large gourmet food section, from more than 150 exhibitors. 10 a.m.-5p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Norris Penrose Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road. Information: www.norrispenrose. com or 635-1101.
Jingle Jaunt: Three shops, three projects, one day; the Jingle Jaunt invites shoppers to visit three sewing shops located throughout the Pikes Peak region: Nana’s Quilt Cottage in Old Colorado City, Na-La’s Quilt Shoppe in Fountain (117 S. Main St.) and Sew-In-Tune in Monument (251 Front St.). $15 will get you all three sets. Noon-7 p.m. Information: nanasquiltcottage.com/event/jingle-jaunt or 634-9500.
Winter Wonderland Concert: The Manitou Springs Middle School Orchestra presents holiday favorites. Free. 7 p.m. District 14 Auditorium, 110 Pawnee Ave.
“A Very Dickens Murder”: This hilarious holiday murder mystery includes a cocktail happy hour, three-course meal, sing-along caroling and ugly sweater contest. $60 per person, includes taxes and gratuity. 6 p.m. Dec. 9-10, 16-17 and 22-32. Iron Springs Chateau, 444 S. Ruxton Ave. Information: ironspringschateau.com or 685-5104.
Winter Concert: Singers from the Manitou Springs Middle School and High School choirs perform. Free. 7 p.m. District 14 Auditorium, 110 Pawnee Ave.
Breakfast with Santa: Share a delicious breakfast including eggs, ham and pancakes with the Jolly Old Elf. Sponsored by the Manitou Springs Kiwanis Club. $7 for adults, $4 for kids (4-12); 3 and younger eat free. 8-10 a.m. Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: www.manitoukiwanis.org
Christmas Craft Fair: Holiday shopping with altitude. Find the perfect gift at this creative craft fair. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cripple Creek Parks and Recreation Arena, 128 E. Bennett Ave. Cripple Creek. Information: ccparksandrecreation.com or 689-3514.
Christmas Begins Parade: Spectators can watch the Christmas parade right in the heart of Manitou. A free and fun event for all ages. Starts at 5 p.m. Information: www. facebook.com/ManitouChristmasParade.
Holiday Evening at Rock Ledge Ranch: Rock Ledge Ranch will be transformed with the sights, sounds and aromas of this festive season. The evening features St. Nicholas in the barn, wagon rides, old-time musical entertainment, 1860s homestead cabin storytelling, blacksmith demonstrations, Victorian celebrations in the 1880s Rock Ledge House and Edwardian festivities in the 1907 Orchard House. Cost is $4-$8. 4-8 p.m. 3105 Gateway Road. Information: rockledgeranch.com/event/ holiday-evening-2 or 578-6777.
Woodland Park Symphony Christmas Concert: Embrace the spirit of the season with Christmas tunes. Matinee 4 p.m.; evening 6:30 p.m. Free, but reservations required. Ute Pass Cultural Center, 210 E. Midland Ave. Information: www.woodlandparkwindsymphony.com or 719-687-2210.
Caroling and Storytelling: Sing throughout downtown Manitou Springs starting at 1 p.m., then hear Christmas stories and sing some more starting at 3 p.m. Free. Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: www.manitouchurch.org
Front Porch Singers: The a capella quartet will stroll through downtown, regaling shoppers with holiday cheer. Noon-2 p.m.
Sometimes, when we’re very lucky, great minds run in the same track and can even help each other to support and inform the community. That’s especially true of artistic collaborations.
We’ll see the results of some inspiring — and inspired — collaborations when the “Art in Action Showcase” debuts on Saturday, Dec. 3. And it’s fitting that it’s sprung from a collaboration between Ashley Cornelius, poet laureate of the Pikes Peak region, and K8e Orr, visual artist and force of nature.
This is the second year they’ve organized the event. It grew out of poetry and movement shows that Poetry719, the organization Cornelius helps lead, offers for the community.
create in a short amount of time,” Orr said.
As she explained, the pairs could work together throughout the creative process or reflect on the theme separately. Each person creates one piece that complements their partner’s creation.
And in that process, they find healing. Even better, their audience can, too.
“The artists each bring their unique talents and harness the magic that is artistic collaboration,” Orr said.
With Cornelius organizing the poets and hosting the event, and Orr curating the art and hosting it in her Manitou Art Center studio, it proved to be a successful formula they’re building on for this year’s event.
— K8e Orr
She’s much more than an artist who sells her two- and three-dimensional work from Jibwa Studio, her space at the front of the 513 Manitou Avenue building. She’s also an untiring advocate for de-stigmatizing conversations about mental health and sees art as an important part of those conversations.
Orr said it takes about a month and a half to organize, from planning and inviting the artists to the actual creative process and showcase presentation.
Five poets were paired with a musician, a dancer, a photographer and two visual artists, and the theme for their work is mental health.
The pairs are:
Poet Alé Ruiz and artist Kevin Persuad;
Poet Sophie Thunberg and dancer Rouge L Wesley-Moore;
Poet Amber Coté and photographer Gray Warrior; Storytellers K8e Orr and Lupita Carrasco; and
Poet Mar Wilson and artist Qiana Glaze.
“It’s incredible to see what the artists
“As we continue to navigate the pandemic, mental health is becoming increasingly important and art has been an incredible connector during times of unrest, grief and loss, and disconnection,” Orr said.
She sees poets as historians who can tell the community’s stories, help people heal and build bridges to new perspectives.
“Storytelling creates connection and, while sharing the stories of mental health, our participants had a chance to form authentic connection through these artistic endeavors,” Orr said.
She and Cornelius definitely want to organize more events like this, experiment ing with themes, and would love to do something similar with younger poets and artists.
The “Art in Action Showcase” is funded by a Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage grant and happens thanks to “tremendous support” from the Manitou Art Center, Orr said.
“Art in Action Showcase” starts at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at the Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. FREE ADMISSION. Information: www.poetry719.com.
“Storytelling
No longer is the Manitou Springs girls swim team looking for state qualifiers as means of measuring success this season.
Coming into the 2022-23 year with several state qualifiers returning from last year, this team has standards and expectations it’s hoping to live up to this winter.
After fielding a relatively small team last season, the roster has grown heading into the year, which is exciting for the team members and for coach Whitney Nuci.
“At our first day of practice, we came out of the gate strong,” Nuci said. “They handled it well. With the team last year, it was a great experience for them to get to state and see the caliber of swimmers that they’d be competing against.
“All across the board last year at state was more of an experience. We just didn’t know what to expect when taking such a young team.”
With that experience now under their belts, the Mustangs are looking not just to replicate the feat of earning some state qualifiers, but increasing the number of qualifiers and bettering the results.
There is a strong group of leaders that gained valuable experience at the state meet and are now pushing more girls on the roster to get there and to
compete. Grace McCumber, Summer Tenpas and Theron Heim were all on the medley relay team that made it to finals and want to push themselves to higher levels.
“We have a pretty good shot of getting a good group of girls to state,” Heim said. “Everyone has been doing well from preseason to these first days of practice. Everyone looks strong and super-fast and I’m proud of them already.”
State is a long way away, so it’s important for the team to also turn
their focus to immediate competition. Nuci is excited to get her team in the pool against some of the top teams in the state and even scheduled a dual against Pueblo County.
That will provide some high-level competition for the girls but it’s a challenge that they’re willing to take on.
“A lot of these girls have shown the drive and the hunger for it,” Nuci said. “Now it’s just training at that level so they can compete.”
It’s a process that should play out through the course of the season.
They’ll be testing that drive against league opponents first, then trying to battle it out with teams like Pueblo County and then heading to bigger meets like the Cheyenne Mountain Invite in December.
As they try to improve their finishes at state, the Mustangs are also hoping to finish better in areas across the board; one of those areas is the league standings.
“We have a great shot at finishing at least second because of our numbers,” Heim said. “It’s big, considering that last year we didn’t have a ton of girls.”
A bigger roster can certainly translate into more competition in practice. That’s going to be a crucial piece of this Manitou team’s development into a girls swim program that is among the best in the state.
Head coach: Whitney Nuci 2021-22 result: Finished 27th out of 32 teams at the state tournament
Key returners: Sophia Hyman, Theron Heim, Grace McCumber, Summer Tenpas
First competition: Nov. 30 tri-meet, St. Mary’s and Englewood at Manitou
Girls swimming: Englewood, St. Mary’s at Manitou, 4 p.m.
Girls basketball: At Peyton, 5:30 p.m.
Boys basketball: At Peyton, 7 p.m.
Wrestling: At Pueblo Central Invite Girls swimming: Pueblo County at Manitou, 4 p.m.
Girls basketball: At Elizabeth, 5: 30 p.m.
Boys basketball: At Elizabeth, 7 p.m.
Wrestling: At Pueblo Central Invite
The Manitou Springs High School swimming and wrestling teams will host a water polo fundraiser. It starts at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, at the Manitou Springs Pool and Fitness Center, 202 Manitou Ave. Admission: $5.
Everyone looks strong and super-fast.— Theron Heim
Sometimes teams are forced into challenges by circumstance, but that doesn’t mean that they have to shy away from them.
That’s the case for the Manitou Springs boys basketball team in 2022-23. A reshuffling of the classification system state-wide has the Mustangs jumping to Class 4A this season. It may seem like a tall task, but the good news is that a sixth classifica tion has been added so, for the most part, they’ll see the same teams they’d normally see in the year.
For the most part.
Teams like Pueblo Central and Sierra remain 4A teams, while teams like St. Mary’s and Buena Vista remain in 3A.
“We’re trying to challenge ourselves a bit with some non-conference games just to see where we are,” coach Brian Vecchio said. “Our league stayed intact and we do have a hybrid 3A/4A league, which makes up about two-thirds of our schedule.”
The Mustangs return a good number of starters from last year, including Lairden Rogge, Andrew Rhodes and John Maynard. Tyler Maloney and Nate Gentzel are also back, and Evan Scherr will be on the floor after he was ineligible to play varsity last season.
“We’re looking at a solid squad that has five seniors who can all contribute,” Rogge said. “The
expectations are pretty high.”
Maynard led the Mustangs with 13.4 points per game last year, while Rhodes and Rogge each averaged a little less than 10. A new crop of players will have to step into big roles and it will be on those seniors to help guys like Sam Fournier and Evan Yount assert themselves in those roles.
“Leadership is a big thing for us,” Maynard said. “We have to push each other in practice and just
show that we have the potential to do that and show them what they can do if they put in the work.”
The Mustangs took huge leaps last year, considering they scored just 17 points in the season’s first game, a loss to Peyton, and then battled their way to the Round of 16 in the 3A state tournament.
— John Maynard
Keeping that slow start in mind is what will help this team enter the season with a refreshed mindset and a clear view of its mission.
“We have to go in with the mindset of just filling our roles,” Maynard said. “We also have to attack on both sides of the ball for all four quarters.”
Experience is going to help the Mustangs to start the season and it’s always nice to see an athlete like Scherr join the team. He will be a viable asset, just as he was for the Mustangs on the football field.
“His greatest asset is that he’s a tremendous competitor,” Vecchio said. “I watched him all football season and he was a leader on the field and a competitor. And he’s going to bring that same energy and effort to basketball every day.”
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With an enhanced website to expedite the process, the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board is accepting grant applications for 2023, MACH Board Chair Neale Minch has announced.
Applicants may submit their funding requests between now and Jan. 6, 2023, after which the board will evaluate submissions, learn the exact amount of available funding from 2022 MACH tax revenues and make grant recommendations in late February for Manitou Springs City Council approval.
As set up in the MACH tax
initiative voters approved in November 2019, 66 percent of grant funds will go to designated Tier 1 entities: Carnegie Library, Hiawatha Gardens, Manitou Art Center, Manitou Springs Heritage Center and the Miramont Castle Museum.
The other 34 percent goes to Tier 2 competitive grants, available to residents, nonprofits, businesses and others to assist in programs and events that benefit Manitou.
Last year, MACH funds produced about $475,000 in grants — with $324,043 going to the Tier 1 recipients and about $150,000 for
Tier 2 grants. Early estimates suggest the amount for 2023 grants will decrease slightly.
Grant applicants can access the online application form at bit.ly/ MACHGrants or go to the MACH page on the city website, www.tinyurl. com/MACHBoard, and click on the “MACH Application Forms” link. You can set up a personal login, allowing you to work on and save unfinished applications until they’re ready.
Applicants for mini-grants ($750 or less) will complete a simpler form that does not require a detailed budget. Applications for more than
$750 must also include a budget of projected revenues and expenses.
Any individuals or nonprofits who received MACH grants last year must turn in 2022 project comple tion reports before being considered for 2023 grants.
The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board also is looking for new members, with vacancies open for two alternates. Applicants must be Manitou residents, ideally with some awareness of the MACH tax initiative. If interested, email MACHBoard@ manitouspringsco.gov.
We have to push each other in practice.Manitou junior Nate Gentzel sets up for a jump shot during boys basketball practice on Nov. 14. Head coach: Brian Vecchio • 2021-22 result: 14-10, lost in second round of the state tournament returners: Nate Gentzel, John Maynard, Lairden Rogge, Andrew Rhodes competition: Nov. 30 at Peyton MANITOU SPRINGS BOYS BASKETBALL
The Manitou Springs Downtown Holiday Window Decorating Competition has returned for 2022, starting Dec. 1.
To be eligible, businesses should decorate their storefront windows to show off the most holiday flair, so they can catch the eyes of residents and visitors in Manitou Springs this shopping season.
Judges will select winners based on four elements: creativity, most colorful, holiday theme and overall appearance. The grand prize is a $125 Ace gift card from the event sponsor, Ace Hardware Uintah Gardens.
Second place will receive $75 and
third place $50 in Ace Hardware gift cards.
A People’s Choice award will be given, so cast your ballot for the storefront with the best overall holiday decorations. Voters can vote for their favorite display through drop boxes around downtown, or through the form here: tinyurl.com/MSholidaydecorat ing. The contest runs through Dec. 26, with winners being announced Dec. 30.
Businesses interested in competing in this year’s contest are asked to register here: tinyurl.com/ MSholidaydecoratingregister.
Information: 719-685-5089 or jenna@manitouchamber.com.
Volunteer to help make someone’s Thanksgiving and Christmas special at these gatherings in City Hall, hosted by the Salvation Army. Shifts for various duties are available throughout the holidays; sign up at tinyurl.com/HolidayMeals Volunteers.
People who are familiar with the area and like helping others are needed to assist at the chamber. Information: 685-5089.
People to help with the office, worship services and pantry are all needed and welcomed. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: 685-5255.
The Manitou Springs Heritage Center needs volunteers to greet vis itors at the front desk and assist working in the collections of historic photos and artifacts; training is provided. The museum has other volunteer opportunities that don’t require being on-site or scheduling regular hours, such as helping with the website, producing videos and creating audio tours. Anyone with some time to donate who is curious about Manitou’s history is encouraged to apply. Information: manitouheritage@ gmail.com, www.manitousprings heritagecenter.org or 685-1454.
People with computer skills, history re-enactors (actors), bookstore help and general help at events are needed. Stop by 1 S. 24th St. or call 719-636-1225 and leave a message for Director Barb Sweat. Information: occhs.org.
The Historic Preservation
Commission needs two regular members and two alternates; the Housing Advisory Board needs three regular members and two alternates; the Park and Recreation Advisory Board needs one alternate; the Planning Commission needs one alternate; and the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage board needs one alternate. To apply, submit an application form (available at tinyurl.com/jb9fyz9e), a letter of interest and a resume and/or statement of qualifications to City Clerk, 606 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs 80829 or to cityclerk@ manitouspringsco.gov. Information: tinyurl.com/Manitou-boardscommissions.
Interested in serving on a citizen’s group to collaborate with Manitou Springs City Council and the Pikes Peak Library District to help ensure the Manitou library stays a Carnegie library for next 100 years? If so, please send your name and contact information to preserveMScarnegie@gmail.com.
The Trails and Open Space Coalition is managing this effort to enhance experiences in local parks by providing environmental education, promoting safety and acting as the “eyes and ears” about what happens there. Training is provided. Information: www. trailsandopenspaces.org/ get-involved/programs.
The FotP group is accepting applications for those interested in volunteering as a board member or field staff. FotP has opportunities throughout the year to work on Pikes Peak trails. Information: friendsofthepeak.org.
Send complete information about volunteer needs to editor@ pikespeakbulletin.com.
Holiday Art Sale: Artist Michael Baum will present a large selection of original oil paintings and small giclee prints for sale. Subjects include landscapes of the West and Southwest. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25 and Saturday, Nov. 26. Information and directions to the studio: www.MichaelBaum. com/2022-holiday-sale.
“Art in Action”: A unique art showcase of poetry, music, dance, photography and visual arts. Artists were paired to collaborate on art pieces focused on the topic of mental health. 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. Information: ww. poetry719.com or 685-1861.
Handmade Holiday: Pick up perfect, unique gifts for your special someones at this event brimming with music, makers and magic. 4-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave.
Holiday Market: Commonwheel Artists Co-op hosts its popular annual event, with affordably priced gifts and décor that local artists and crafters have created in various media. Through Dec. 30. 102 Cañon Ave. Information: commonwheel.com or 685-1008.
“A Night at the Movies”: The Manitou Springs Middle School band program presents this concert. Free. 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8. District 14 Auditorium, 110 Pawnee Ave.
FAB LAB: Make things, fix things and build things. Come and create cool projects. Learn how to use tools, expand your skills and expand your world. Kids younger than 13 should be with a parent. Participants can come to a single class or attend a series. Class sizes are limited to eight. 3:05-5 p.m. Wednesdays. Manitou Art Center, between 513 and 515 Manitou Ave. Information: www.concretecouch.org.
Makerspace Certification Classes: The Manitou Art Center offers certification classes for a variety of equipment in its makerspace.
Please send submissions (with the subject line 2023 Carnivale Poster) to manitou carnivale@gmail.com.
“Art in the Stars”: Students ages 3 to 18 are challenged to create and submit original artwork and to consider the diverse historical figures who broke boundaries to become a “first” or blazed trails for those who came after them. Acceptable formats include drawings, paintings, mixed media and digital media pieces. Only teachers, parents or legal guardians older than 18 may register to submit artwork on behalf of the artists. All entries must be submitted through ArtShowcase.SpaceFoundation.org by Friday, Dec. 16.
The Pikes Peak AdAmAn Club 100th Anniversary Exhibit: Learn all about the “Frozen Five,” the Colorado Springs crew that launched a century-long tradition to ascend Pikes Peak every New Year’s Eve. Exhibit runs throughout November and December. Noon-4 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays-Sundays. Manitou Springs Heritage Center, 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouspringsheritage center.org or 685-1454.
Most are free to MAC members and library card holders. Times and dates vary. 515 Manitou Ave. Information: www. manitouartcenter.org/learn.
Teaching Opportunity: The Pikes Peak Arts Council and the Small Business Development Center are seeking experienced artists to teach classes for Courses for Creatives. Artists will be compensated for their time for each class that they teach (typically $150 per class). Classes are usually taught from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on third or fourth Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays, at the Manitou Art Center. Apply at tinyurl.com/esmdcc3c.
“Carnivale — Celebrating 30 Years”: The annual Carnivale parade and related events
began 30 years ago as the brainchild of several Commonwheel Artists Co-op members. To celebrate this momentous anniversary, Commonwheel is hosting a juried show. Artwork and other items in the Carnivale spirit are being sought. Applications accepted through Jan. 10 and are available at commonwheel.com/ carnivale-30-year-celebration.html.
The Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce invites all community members, artists and graphic designers to submit their best designs for a chance to be the featured artist on the official 2023 Manitou Springs Carnivale Poster. Deadline is Thursday, Dec. 15. The theme is “Manitou Time Machine,” honoring 150 years of Manitou Springs history. Artwork must be designed or uploaded as a high- resolution digital file.
The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Exhibit (virtual): The photography of Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Robert Jackson. The Manitou resident, a photojournalist with the Colorado Springs Gazette from 1980-1999, has captured the excitement of the Pike Peak International Hill Climb for more than 40 years. See the dangerous turns, the wheels turning and the dust flying in this excitingç collection. Manitou Springs Heritage Center, 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitousprings heritagecenter.org or 685-1454.
To submit a calendar listing (at least 10 days before your event), email calendars@ pikespeakbulletin.com or mail a typed announcement to: Pikes Peak Bulletin, attn. Calendars, 513 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs 80829. No phone calls please.
Holiday Brass and Wonderland Dancers: Come experience the magic of Christmas in Manitou Springs. Musicians stroll along Manitou Avenue playing Christmas carols while dancers perform around downtown bringing Christmas magic to all. Noon-2 p.m. Information: manitousprings.org.
Christmas Eve with Community Congregational Church: Gather for music and a candlelight service. Offering will go toward Westside CARES. 6:30 p.m. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: manitouchurch.org or 719-685-5255.
Community Holiday Dinner: Gather with old friends and make new ones while enjoying this annual tradition hosted by the Salvation Army. City Hall, 606 Manitou Ave. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: Andy Wells, 459-1630; to
volunteer, call 636-5277.
Christmas with Community Congregational Church: Gather for carols and stories. 10 a.m. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: manitouchurch.org or 719-685-5255.
AdAmAn Fireworks: The hardy hikers will fire off five pyrotechnics from the Pikes Peak summit in honor of the “Frozen Five” at 9 p.m. The really big show happens at midnight.
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Manitou Springs Police officers responded to a criminal trespass in progress at a motel in the 00 block of Manitou Avenue. Eventually, the motel owner was charged with harassment and resisting arrest.
MSPD responded to a business in the 100 block of Manitou Avenue after
Manitou Springs Police Department Emergency call 911, non-emergency call 719-390-5555
receiving a check-the-welfare request. They found a man unconscious in his vehicle, surrounded by evidence of recent alcohol consumption. A field sobriety test was performed and he was taken into custody. He would later be cited for driving under the influence of alcohol and released.
to place her on a mental health hold.
Officers responded to a non-injury traffic accident in the 400 block of Cañon Avenue. One vehicle was parked and unoccupied, and the second vehicle slid on the ice and hit it.
mischief were reported in the 00 block of Fountain Place.
At 1823 hours, MSPD responded to a domestic violence call in the 300 block of Manitou Avenue. After investigating, the officers determined that no crime had occurred and one involved person was experiencing a mental crisis. He was taken to a local hospital for assessment.
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a retired English professor from Whitworth College in Spokane, Wash.His lecture is free and open to the public. The other scheduled 2005 speakers and their topics are: Feb.6, Deborah Harrison, “Historic Hotels of Manitou.” Feb.20, Nelson Rieger, “Early Colorado Artists of the Pikes Peak Region.” March 6, Kathleen Morrow, “Health of the Environment and Man.” March 20, Cathy Spalding, “The Archival History of Manitou.” The talks are free and open to the public.Refreshments will be served.
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A juvenile was involved in transporting liquor in the 900 block of High Street.
At 1405 hours, a Manitou officer stopped a vehicle near West Pikes Peak Avenue and North 36th Street. The driver was arrested on a local misdemeanor warrant.
MSPD took a theft report in the 100 block of Manitou Place. No actionable suspect information is available.
A juvenile was involved in a marijuana possession case in the 400 block of El Monte Place.
MSPD and Manitou Springs Fire Department personnel responded to a report of a person falling in the 00 block of Manitou Avenue. The woman on scene made statements requiring officers
MSPD located an abandoned vehicle in the roadway in the 400 block of Washington Avenue. It appeared to have been involved in an accident, but officers were unable to contact the owner. The vehicle was impounded and towed.
Officers responded to a cold hit-and-run accident at Hydro Street and Ruxton Avenue, which left private property damaged. An investigation has been done.
MSPD teamed with U.S. Forest Service law enforcement personnel to do a patrol check near the 5500 block of westbound U.S. Highway 24, in an unincorporated portion of the county. The officers contacted a man wanted on an out-of-county felony warrant; he was arrested and transported to the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center. A possible assault and criminal
Officers stopped a vehicle in the 200 block of Manitou Avenue. The driver was found to have a local misdemeanor warrant and was issued a personal recognizance bond and released.
MSPD stopped a vehicle near West Colorado Avenue and 33rd Street for not having a license plate. After checking the driver’s name in the system, the officers learned he had a local misdemeanor warrant. He was arrested and taken to CJC.
At 2225 hours, officers stopped a vehicle in the 400 block of Manitou Avenue and began to suspect the driver was under the influence of alcohol. After roadside testing, the driver was taken into custody and a breath sample was collected. The driver was issued a summons and released.
Matthew Barton is scheduled for a pre-trial readiness conference on Tuesday, Nov. 29. The former Manitou Springs High School teacher and soccer coach is accused of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old student starting in 2009.
Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP), a federally funded program that helps eligible Coloradans pay a portion of their winter home heating costs, is accepting applications through May 1.
The statewide program helps eligible individuals and families pay winter home heating costs by making a one-time payment directly to the utility company on behalf of each LEAP-eligible household. Last season, a record 84,000 LEAP recipients received an average benefit of $990.11.
To qualify for LEAP, Coloradans may have an income up to 60 percent of the state median income level, which equates to a household income
of less than $66,468 a year for a family of four. LEAP recipients must pay home heating costs directly to a utility company or landlord as part of their rent and have at least one U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident of the U.S. living in the household.
LEAP recipients also may be eligible to receive furnace repair and replacement in heat-related emergencies, in addition to weatherization services pending the results of a home energy audit.
Currently, LEAP recipients may also qualify for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program, a temporary program that is part of the American Rescue Plan Act. LIHWAP provides funds to make
a one-time payment to the water vendor directly on behalf of eligible households who are facing eviction due to unpaid water bills or whose account is either in arrears or shut off. That will last as long as funding is available; the water vendor must a LIHWAP participant.
To access the LEAP application, visit cdhs.colorado.gov/leap. Online applications are processed through the Colorado PEAK system.
You can also call 1-866-HEATHELP (1-866-432-8435) to receive an application via mail or email, or visit your county Human Services office to pick up or drop off an application. See humanservices.elpasoco.com for location and other details.
Armadillo Ranch, Hummdingers, 9 p.m.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Tim Bergsten and Lindsay Cavner, 6 p.m.
Lulu’s, Chuck Snow and Goodmorningaccordiannemesis, 8 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, Clay Cutler, 6 p.m.
Armadillo Ranch, Big Sky, 9 p.m.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Spur, 6 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, Interrobang, 8 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, Brothers Brew, 6 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.m.
Armadillo Ranch, jazz jam, 5:30 p.m.
CK Comics, open mic, 8 p.m.
Thunder & Buttons, open mic, 7 p.m.
Armadillo Ranch, karaoke, 9 p.m.
Manitou Community Church Food Pantry: Everyone is welcome; no vouchers or identification required. Provided by Westside CARES and Manitou Community Church volunteers. 1-3 p.m. Fridays. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: www.manitouchurch.org or 685-5255.
Care and Share Food Pantry: Open to Manitou residents at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 808 Manitou Ave. Food is provided in bags at the Parish Hall door to ensure the safety of participants and volunteers. 1-2 p.m. Wednesdays. Information: Michelle Tomasik at 367-9152.
Connections Café Senior Nutrition Program: Seniors will be given meals at Parish Hall while social distancing. Reservations are recommended. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 808 Manitou Ave. Information: silverkey.org/services/connections-café or contact the Silver Key Silver Line at 884-2300.
Living Faith Church of the Nazarene Food Pantry: Everyone welcome; no ZIP code boundaries and no identification or Social Security number required. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sundays. 2120 King St. (turn east off 30th Street).
Trinity United Methodist Church: Distributing USDA Emergency Food Assistance commodities. No voucher needed, but must have identification and live in El Paso County. 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays. 701 N. 20th St. Information: www.trinityumc.org or 633-9295.
Jives Coffee Lounge, folk jam, 7 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, karaoke, 8 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, open mic, 9 p.m.
Front Range Barbeque, Chauncy Crandall with Rick Starkey and Dierdre McCarthy, 6:30 p.m.
Jives, open mic, 5:30 p.m. Kinfolks, open mic, 7:30 p.m.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Jeremy Facknitz, 6 p.m.
Lulu’s, Steely Dead, 8 p.m. Townhouse Sports Grill, Andy Clifton, 6 p.m.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, George Whitesell, 6 p.m. Lulu’s, Bar Jay Bar with Patchwork Jack, 8 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, The Barefoot Family Caravan, 8 p.m. Townhouse Sports Grill, Emily Navarro, 6 p.m.
To submit a live music listing, email calendars@ pikespeakbulletin.com at least 10 days before your event. We welcome high-res photos of bands, which will run if space allows.
Westside Community Center: No voucher required. 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays. 1628 W. Bijou St. Information: westsidecares. org or 389-0759.
Happy Cats Haven: $95 adoption fees include vaccinations and spay/neuter. 327 Manitou Ave. Information: happycatshaven.org or 362-4600.
Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region: HSPPR is open for adopting and surrendering animals. Schedule for public vaccination clinics and appointments, public spay/neuter surgeries and Wellness Waggin’ events can be found at hsppr.org. Call for hours. 610 Abbot Lane. Information: hsppr. org or 473-1741.
Pikes Peak United Way 2-1-1: Call for referrals for food, housing, utilities, home repairs, shelter, military assistance, senior support and mental health. Due to high call volume, please be patient; you will be helped. Information: www. ppunitedway.org/2-1-1 or dial 2-1-1.
WIC Services: Please call 578-3199, option 6, to make an appointment. 7:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m. weekdays. 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Road, 97 Widefield Blvd. and 2948 E. Fountain Blvd. Information: www.elpasocountyhealth.org/ service/wic or 578-3199..
Concrete Couch Programming: Concrete Couch has ongoing programs featuring a variety of topics. 1100 S. Royer St. Information: concretecouch.org.
Colorado State Treasurer Dave Young is urging people and entities to check colorado. findyourunclaimedproperty.com for lost property such as gift certificates, tax refunds, unpaid wages or uncashed checks.
To search, start by clicking on the Get Started link on the home page. Then just type your name or business name in the name field.
Last fiscal year, the Great Colorado Payback returned almost $50 million to nearly 55,000 claimants through the Unclaimed Property Division.
To simplify the claims process, a pilot program that proactively returns funds was started, returning $4.1 million to 13,700 rightful owners without requiring additional paperwork for identification purposes.
Money or property turned over to the State Treasury for safekeeping is held for the owner or heir of the account and there are no time limits for filing a claim.
The Colorado State Treasurer maintains a list of more than 1.7 million names of individuals, as well as schools, for whom property is available, including more than $960 million total.
Historic Speaker Series: The Manitou Springs Heritage Center has uploaded two decades of videos featuring distinguished speakers discussing a variety of history topics. Watch for free at www. manitouspringsheritagecenter.org/2020/08/28/ historic-speaker-series-1998-2004.
Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center: Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Free online programs are also available. 1805 N. 30th St. Information: 634-6666 or gardenofgods.com.
Cripple Creek District Museum: Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 510 Bennett Ave. Information: cripplecreekmuseum.com or 689-9540.
Old Colorado City History Center: Museum, exhibits and bookstore/gift shop. Free admission, program costs may vary. Open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 1 S. 24th St. Information: 636-1225 or occhs.org.
Miramont Castle: Open 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. TuesdaysSundays. No reservations required. Tea room is offering high tea, light Victorian tea and a prince/princess tea with seatings at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays. Reservations required. 9 Capitol Hill Ave. Information: miramontcastle.org or 884-4109.
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COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE
SALE NO. EPC202200522
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On August 23, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): James D. Walker and Lindsay U. Walker
Original Beneficiary(ies):
New Line Mortgage, Div. of Republic Mortgage Home Loans, LLC
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: The Bank Of New York Mellon Fka The Bank Of New York, As Trustee For The Certificateholders Of The CWMBS Inc., CHL Mortgage PassThrough Trust 2007-HYB1, Mortgage Pass Through Certificates, Series 2007-HYB1
Date of Deed of Trust: November 09, 2006
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: November 16, 2006
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 206168188
Original Principal Amount: $90,400.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $90,397.92
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations thereof
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 5 IN BLOCK 3 IN STRATMOOR MANOR SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 357-359 South Greensboro, Colorado Springs, CO 80906.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 12/21/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 10/27/2022
Last Publication: 11/24/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/23/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755
McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230
Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122
Attorney File # CO-22-938159-LL
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200523
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On August 30, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): DANIEL L MEJILLAS
Original Beneficiary(ies): WELLS FARGO BANK, N. A.
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF STANWICH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST I
Date of Deed of Trust: March 24, 2012
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 09, 2012
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 212039628
Original Principal Amount: $116,950.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $92,781.76
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT A EPC202200523
EXHIBIT A ALL THAT PARCEL OF LAND IN COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN DOCUMENT 203221096 AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
CONDOMINIUM UNIT 303 IN PEBBLE RUN CONDOMINIUMS, PHASE I, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF FILED FOR RECORD IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, ON THE 30TH DAY OF AUGUST, 1995 IN BOOK 4 AT PAGE 74, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR PEBBLE RUN CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON THE 30TH DAY OF AUGUST, 1985 IN BOOK 5055 AT PAGE 111 AND IN SAID RECORDS AND ANY SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO
Also known by street and number
as: 3260 HEARTHRIDGE CIR, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80918.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 12/21/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 10/27/2022
Last Publication: 11/24/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/30/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Jennifer Rogers #34682
IDEA Law Group, LLC 4100 E. Mississippi Avenue, Suite 420 Denver, CO 80246 (877) 353-2146
Attorney File # 48045180
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200535
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 30, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s):
CHIVESTUS M CROSBY
Original Beneficiary(ies):
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for CALIBER HOME LOANS, INC., Its Successors and Assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CALIBER HOME LOANS, INC.
Date of Deed of Trust: August 23, 2018
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: August 23, 2018
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 218098714
Original Principal Amount: $144,542.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $136,677.11
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations thereof
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Legal description attached as EXHIBIT A EXHIBIT A EPC202200535
CONDOMINIUM UNIT NO. 108, BUILDING NO. 3, LEGACY RIDGE CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP OF THE LEGACY RIDGE CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON JANUARY 22, 2003 AT RECEPTION NO. 203015513, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED BY THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION OF THE LEGACY RIDGE CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON JANUARY 22, 2003 AT RECEPTION NO. 203015512, BOTH RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 2141 Legacy Ridge VW, Apt 108, Colorado Springs, CO 80910-4824.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 12/28/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/3/2022
Last Publication: 12/1/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/30/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230 Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122
Attorney File # CO-22-943405-LL
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE
SALE NO. EPC202200540
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 30, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): CLARK F TINAN and SARAH L TINAN
Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: TRUIST BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO SUNTRUST BANK
Date of Deed of Trust: May 29, 2013
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 29, 2013
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 213069244
Original Principal Amount: $256,493.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $211,777.26
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 45, IN LA CRESTA VISTA GRANDE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
PURSUANT TO CORRECTIVE AFFIDAVIT RE: SCRIVENER’S ERROR PURSUANT TO C.R.S. § 3835-109(5) RECORDED ON 08/17/2022 AT REC. NO. 222108686
Also known by street and number as: 6244 POWDER PUFF DRIVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80918.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 12/28/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/3/2022
Last Publication: 12/1/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/30/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public TrusteeThe name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978
Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP
1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700 Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711
Attorney File # 00000009546797
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200543
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 6, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): RAMON VELEZ AND ASHTON PAIGE VELEZ
Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER, LLC DBA VETERANS UNITED HOME LOANS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust: December 22, 2021
County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 28, 2021
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 221234095
Original Principal Amount: $383,113.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $381,229.88
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 6, BLOCK 7, STRATMOOR VALLEY - THIRD FILING, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 1327 MAXWELL ST, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80906.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 01/04/2023, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said
Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/10/2022
Last Publication: 12/8/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 09/06/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978
Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP
1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700 Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711
Attorney File # 00000009575044
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200544
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 6, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): Joseph Hunt
Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for FBC Mortgage, LLC, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Freedom Mortgage Corporation Date of Deed of Trust: December 28, 2018
County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 28, 2018
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 218148607
Original Principal Amount: $224,219.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $223,691.40
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Lot 36, Pikes Peak Park Subdivision No. 20, County of El Paso, State of Colorado.
Also known by street and number as: 1603 Carmel Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of
Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 01/04/2023, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/10/2022
Last Publication: 12/8/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 09/06/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Amanda Ferguson #44893
Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO11756
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200545
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 6, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): DANNY M. STIEFEL
Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP., its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: SELENE FINANCE LP
Date of Deed of Trust: July 17, 2009
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: July 27, 2009
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 209086880
Original Principal Amount: $121,916.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $85,099.53
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 3, BLOCK 9, STRATTON MEADOWS SUBDIVISION NO. 3, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 1217 LA JUNTA AVENUE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80905.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 01/04/2023, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/10/2022
Last Publication: 12/8/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 09/06/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: N. April Norton #34861
JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 15-008994
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200549
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 13, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): Bessie P. Morant and Thomas N. Morant
Original Beneficiary(ies):
United Companies Lending Corporation
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee for the Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities Trust 2003-1, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series
2003-1
Date of Deed of Trust: June 21, 1996
County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: June 28, 1996
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 096080731**
Original Principal Amount: $62,500.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $39,156.32
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 145, BLOCK 5, PIKES PEAK PARK NUMBER 19, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
**This loan has been modified through a Home Affordable Modification Agreement effective January 1, 2015.
Also known by street and number as: 2125 Flintwood Dr, Colo Spgs, CO 80910.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 01/11/2023, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/17/2022
Last Publication: 12/15/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/13/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO11437
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
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BY ZZHOUGIN BURNIKELCRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE
SALE NO. EPC202200567
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 13, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): Kevin N Murdock and Jennifer A Murdock
Original Beneficiary(ies):
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as beneficiary, as nominee for LeaderOne Financial Corporation, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: AmeriHome Mortgage Company, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust: January 12, 2018
County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: January 16, 2018
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 218005416
Original Principal Amount: $369,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $360,356.22
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 4, EXCEPT THE EAST 25 FEET THEREOF, AND LOT 5, EXCEPT THAT PORTION LYING WEST OF A LINE 5 FEET EAST OF AND PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 5, ALL IN BLOCK 11 IN RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 8, 11 AND PART OF BLOCK 7, ADDITION NO.2, TO THE TOWN OF LORAINE, NOW A PART OF THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 312 W Ramona Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 01/11/2023, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/17/2022
Last Publication: 12/15/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin IF
CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 09/13/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Scott D. Toebben #19011
Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210 Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710
Attorney File # 22CO00192-1
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200568
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): PHYLLIS MCALHANY, HUSTON C MCALHANY
Original Beneficiary(ies): WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of the Igloo Series IV Trust
Date of Deed of Trust: May 28, 2004
County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: June 02, 2004
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 204090723
Original Principal Amount: $139,680.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $88,886.24
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 31 AND THE NORTHWESTERLY 15 FEET OF LOT 30, BLOCK 5, RUSTIC HOME ADDITION TO THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 1830 Vermijo Ave W, Colorado Springs, CO 80904.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 01/18/2023, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/24/2022
Last Publication: 12/22/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/20/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Scott D. Toebben #19011
Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210 Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710
Attorney File # 22CO00267-1
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200569
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): MATHEW RIVERA ADA and LINDA ADA
Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as beneficiary, as nominee for PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust: September 27, 2019
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 08, 2019
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 219124691
Original Principal Amount: $251,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $248,663.66
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY
NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 10, BLOCK 5, CHEYENNE MEADOW FILING NO. 4, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 3930 Rosemere St, Colorado Springs, CO 80906.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 01/18/2023, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/24/2022
Last Publication: 12/22/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 09/20/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Alexis R. Abercrombie #56722 Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210 Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710
Attorney File # 22CO00256-1
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200573
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 20, 2022, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records.
Original Grantor(s): GAIL HOWARD PERRY, III and AMY E GALLAGHER
Original Beneficiary(ies):
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC
Date of Deed of Trust: March 28, 2014
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 03, 2014
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 214027625
Original Principal Amount: $362,632.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $322,646.10
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
SEE ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION
EPC202200573
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
A PART OF LOT 1 IN ELISHA C. KIMBALL’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 204 TO THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCING AT A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF BLOCK 204, 100 FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID BLOCK ON THE WEST SIDE THEREOF, FRONTING ON WEBER STREET; THENCE RUNNING EAST, A DISTANCE OF 190 FEET TO THE ALLEY; THENCE RUNNING SOUTH, A DISTANCE OF 50 FEET, ALONG THE WEST SIDE OF SAID ALLEY; THENCE RUNNING WEST, A DISTANCE OF 190 FEET TO THE WEST SIDE OF SAID BLOCK 204; THENCE RUNNING NORTH ON THE WEST SIDE OF SAID BLOCK, A
DISTANCE OF 50 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 1023 N WEBER ST, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80903.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 01/18/2023, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/24/2022
Last Publication: 12/22/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/20/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978
Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP
1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700 Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711
Attorney File # 00000009590423
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
