Pikes Peak Bulletin - April 21, 2022 by Colorado Springs Indy & Business Journal

April 21, 2022 Vol. 21, No. 22 Serving Manitou Springs, Old Colorado City and Lower Ute Pass

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Council rescinds motion to delay library process By Marcus Hill The words “clarification” and “clarify” flew around Memorial Hall during Manitou Springs City Council’s session on Tuesday, April 19. After more than an hour of back and forth regarding specifications for the Carnegie Library at 701 Manitou Ave., council voted 4-3 to rescind the motion Councilor Michelle Whetherhult made on April 5 and will continue the process moving toward the Historic Preservation Commission. Councilors Julie Wolfe, Judith Chandler and Mayor Pro Tem John Shada dissented. The city also will not undertake an additional $19,000 that would have been used for designing additional options, materials for additional City Council and HPC meetings, and RATIO reimbursement. Mayor John Graham compared the confusion and additional requirements from fellow councilmembers to Baskin-Robbins. “We need 31 flavors of library it seems like,” Graham said. “… I see us bouncing around in deciding that now

Bunny buddies Emma and Izy Jenkins pose for photos with the Easter Bunny during the Manitou Springs Kiwanis Club’s Sunday, April 17, Easter egg hunt in Fields Park. About 150 children participated in the event, which returned after a two-year hiatus.

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In memory of Jinx

Manitou Springs residents are leaving offerings near Shoshone Spring in honor of Jinx, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office K-9 that was killed April 11. Local artist Manuel Pulido painted the German shepherd’s portrait.

Courtesy of Craig Carnick

Man killed in shooting identified as Florida resident The man killed in the April 11 shooting in downtown Manitou Springs has been identified as 67-year-old Wilford Robert DeWeese of Cape Canaveral, Florida. The El Paso County Coroner’s Office will determine the cause of death. Detectives from the Colorado Springs Police Department’s Deadly Force Investigative Team are actively investigating the case.

Also, the Manitou Springs Police Department has released the names of the officers involved in the shooting. They were Officer Jeff Schuelke and Officer Harold “Levi” Hoover. Schuelke began employment as a sworn police officer with the MSPD in December 2019, and Hoover began in August 2017. They have been placed on administrative leave, per MSPD policy.

Photo by Rhonda Van Pelt

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Please plan to attend the MSMS Band Concert on Wednesday, May 11, at the District Auditorium and enjoy a music-filled evening! Students from the Mountain Academy of Arts & Sciences met recently with park rangers during a hike at Ute Valley Park to learn about park and trail management. This is part of a larger initiative in which the sixth-grade program is seeking Leave No Trace Youth Program Accreditation and will be among the few Colorado public schools to receive this accreditation. The goal is for students to learn how to be stewards and advocates for public spaces and minimize impacts while enjoying the natural world!

IMPORTANT DATES No students: Friday, April 22 Late Start Wednesday: April 27

MANITOU SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT 14 • 405 EL MONTE PLACE, MANITOU SPRINGS, COLORADO 80829 (719) 685-2024 • WWW.MSSD14.ORG • WWW.FLASHALERT.NET (FOR SCHOOL CLOSINGS)

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INDY SEVERS TIES WITH INDYGIVE! CAMPAIGN Legal options being explored

t is with tremendous sadness that Colorado Publishing House has completely severed its ties with the IndyGive! campaign, the capacity-building, community-building nonprofit that Independent founder John Weiss launched in 2009 to support the small nonprofits that do so much for the Pikes Peak region.

BACKGROUND

After two years of planning and community outreach, Weiss launched IndyGive! under the auspices of the Pikes Community Foundation. IndyGive! thrived, achieving its multiple missions of increasing the capacity of small innovative local nonprofits by providing a fun, effective and inexpensive end-of-year fundraising platform, as well as hands-on training from the community’s nonprofit executives. IndyGive! flourished because it connected our 125,000+ regular readers and others with little-known local nonprofits that touched people’s hearts and lives. In addition, the campaign provided nonprofits with needed recognition, applause and volunteers, as each participating nonprofit’s hard work was featured in our papers, as well as from more than two dozen media partners around the Pikes Peak region. We also obtained support from nearly a hundred local businesses, who aided our philanthropic effort by donating more than 60,000 “rewards” to community members who gave so generously thorough IndyGive! In 2015, because IndyGive! was getting too large and complex for Pikes Peak Community Foundation to administer, we turned over the campaign to a community board, with the understanding they would continue to fulfill IndyGive!’s mission. Initially, the community-run board did a great job. Over time, the original community board members left, and unfortunately their replacements no longer adhere to IndyGive!’s original tenets and missions. Moreover, IndyGive! has become increasingly disorganized and dysfunctional. The last two executive directors left abruptly mid-campaign.

INDEPENDENT WITHDRAWS FROM INDYGIVE!

Effective immediately, Colorado Publishing House’s print and digital publications do not endorse and will not participate in the 2022 IndyGive! campaign. CPH’s family of papers and digital platforms consist of: • Colorado Springs Business Journal • Colorado Springs Independent • The Fort Carson Mountaineer • Pikes Peak Bulletin • The Southeast Express • The Transcript • The Space Orbital (Peterson and Schriever Space Force Bases) board, but to no avail. More than a year ago, we informed the IndyGive! board that “we needed to put significant distance between our organizations” and “that they should NOT count on ANY support from Colorado Publishing House for their 2022 campaign until a signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was in place.” Despite our unaddressed concerns, and no signed MOU, the IndyGive! board has publicly launched their 2022 campaign. They continue to use our newspaper’s names and logos when soliciting nonprofit participants, media trainers, nonprofit trainers, reward partners, and matching grants donations from local corporations and foundations. On advice of legal counsel, we are unable to air all our concerns at the present time, but suffice it to say we no longer can vouch for the integrity or honesty of IndyGive!’s current board members. This was a heart-wrenching decision, but the IndyGive! board’s unacceptable and unprofessional behavior leaves us no other choice but to make a public announcement, especially since so many IndyGive! allies understandably believe we still support the campaign we founded.

We repeatedly communicated our serious concerns to IndyGive!’s

—John Weiss, Founder; —Ahriana Platten, Senior Adviser; —Amy Gillentine, Publisher / Executive Editor

INDYGIVE! BY THE NUMBERS 2009-2021 $14.6M

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you’re bringing to us today. In my opinion, we’re two-thirds of the way there.” from page 1 Mary Pulvermacher of the Preserve and Renew Our Carnegie Library Task Force said she was we want to come up with other designs. This is happy for the discussion regarding the project pretty frustrating and it has to be tremendously because, “It points out that there is confusion.” frustrating for the library people. … We really need “How do you direct somebody to do something to decide, can we take the momentum we have when there’s multiple definitions of what are to be going and make a design we can take to the HPC? “If we’re going to monkey around with this and done?” Pulvermacher said. Wolfe responded: “It doesn’t sound so much decide we’re going to change elevations and like there’s confusion (but that) re-grate the side of the you don’t like the motion.” mountain and do this and that, Pulvermacher reiterated I think maybe we should give that she felt the motion was up on the library. And I don’t “confusing” and she believed it like saying that. If we can’t was “unexecutable.” build a library then we’re a civ“I find it very confusing ilization where people do not and I don’t see consistency read and take care of our among the council members, children, and we don’t have much less consistency with the conversations with the great council and other people,” thinkers of the past. We will — Judith Chandler Pulvermacher said. “I asked not have a vision and we can’t four or five people at the end of go forward.” (the April 5) meeting what did The April 19 meeting (the motion) mean and nobody agreed.” occurred two weeks after council agreed to Graham also felt the previous motion was postpone a decision regarding funding for the nebulous. Whetherhult said she decided to make the Carnegie Library project to at least May 5. During the recent meeting, council hoped to get motion “without being fully informed.” “I have since listened to people on both sides of a broader understanding of the timeframe needed to the issues of the library,” Whetherhult said. “I expand and update the city-owned building. City Administrator Denise Howell said Manitou believe that delaying the library funding is not in the best interest of the city or the residents. I resident David Ball would work with RATIO apologize for the mix-up and I’ve learned a lot in Architects to develop a physical model of the the last two weeks.” library design. Whetherhult asked City Attorney Jeff Parker if Howell also provided a proposed schedule council could revisit her motion from April 5 and illustrating the timeline RATIO would require for Parker explained that council could reconsider. the design and eventually present RATIO’s design “Basically, you have two options: motion to to City Council. reconsider, if you actually pass it, by a simple “I’m amazed and astounded with the amount of majority, then you’d reconsider what the motion was work you’ve done given that apparently there was a two weeks ago,” Parker said. “You could readopt it lack of clarification,” Chandler said. “You’ve done entirely … or you could make some changes to it. Or an exemplary job in a very short time to bring what

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you could propose a new motion that would affect the old motion and provide guidance.” Before the amended motion, Shada voiced concerns about the project costs and said he wanted to find methods to reduce the price tag. “A $3.4 million building when we have nearly $9 million in other kinds of needs is really scary just for a library addition,” Shada said. “That’s why I want us to do everything we can from an architectural standpoint to really sharpen our pencil.” Chandler added that council wants to make the correct decision with the library and understands the severity of their decision. “We only get one shot at this,” Chandler said. “Once we do what we’re going to do to that original Carnegie building, we can’t go back and change our mind and go, ‘Oh, you know what? Now we can’t do City Hall because we voted for this.’”

IN OTHER BUSINESS Skylar Beck, parks and recreation director, Jeff Jones, public works director, and Dave Dixon, an urban planner, presented a study conducted on city buildings, parks and recreation sites and facility restrooms. The study identified needs and deficiencies, established and compared facility conditions and provided an idea for projects “based on budget and other citywide capital projects.” Among several findings, council learned that some playground and ADA-compliant surfaces need to be replaced; playgrounds should be improved with other park projects; and LED lighting and occupancy sensors installed to reduce energy usage. Council also voted 7-0 in favor of establishing policies and procedures for special events in Manitou Springs parks and facilities.

Letter to the Editor District leadership’s decisions are disappointing

To the editor: I am writing to express my deep disappointment in Manitou Springs School District leadership’s decisions in recent months. One, the news of the resignation of MSHS principal Mr. Hull — a dedicated and experienced educator who I know cares deeply about the school, the teachers and the students. The impacts of these departures are felt in the classrooms. Additionally, a decision to extend leave to longtime teachers earlier this year resulted in our students receiving inadequate substitute teaching for

core classes for an extended period. Why? Teachers returning had to catch up for weeks, and so did our students. The lack of consistency during a time when the kids are very much craving normalcy is frustrating. To the superintendent and Board of Education: How do you plan to attract and retain top teachers? What is your vision and how are you supporting students and staff to meet this vision? I welcome ideas for parent involvement but not in the form of yet another hiring committee. Danielle Nieves

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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 because 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.

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Guest Editorial

Leaders matter, especially when they direct kids’ education I am responding to Brenda OPINION Holmes Stanciu’s guest editorial published April 14, 2022. I have two children in Manitou Springs School District 14 schools. When my family “choiced in” to the district in 2014, we were excited to be joining a Spencer Harris community where relationships came first. This kept us in the district even as we moved farther from Manitou. The teachers and principals knew and cared for our children, and we always felt that our viewpoint was being genuinely solicited, listened to and — when it reflected the majority view—acted upon. I trusted MSSD14. I trusted the district in their pursuit of genuine collaborative action, I trusted their decisions and I trusted that they were appropriately leading and supporting the school leaders and teachers, all of whom play such an important role in determining what kind of educational experience our children receive. My trust in the district is not where it once was. I am told that decisions are “evidence-based,” yet the evidence on some key decisions (e.g., masking at Ute Pass Elementary) has been missing, partial or selectively applied. I have been told that families will be fully consulted on decisions (e.g. Late Start Wednesday), only for there to be a couple of poorly promoted online meetings with very low attendance and no apparent desire to go beyond this or consider other ways to give teachers the time they need to meet and plan — an early release, for instance, which would arguably be better for both teachers and families.

I also see the many experienced and talented teachers who are leaving MSSD14, not to mention the respective early retirement and resignation of two of MSSD14’s most inspiring and experienced school leaders. I wonder what is really going on behind the scenes. We must do better. In her piece, Ms. Holmes Stanciu touched on many important points, not least, the potential power of collective action and the important responsibilities associated with it. Civic society benefits greatly from effective K-12 education systems. Such systems require that districts, schools, families and the wider community pull together to address the challenges of the day and enhance the prospects of tomorrow. Collective action is difficult work. We are not one unitary body nor one collective mind. Viewpoints and opinions are diverse and, on some issues, downright divisive. But this does not and should not make the challenge of change insurmountable. Of course, families must engage. If families feel their viewpoints are respected and play a genuine role in policy and decision-making, they are far more likely to continue to engage in future policy discussions and decisions. The opposite also holds. In my own experience in speaking to district leadership, leadership had clearly already made its mind up on the issues I mentioned. The offer of a phone call with leadership was merely a gesture designed to give the impression of listening. This experience made me reluctant to participate in subsequent MSSD14 discussions as I

saw my involvement as a waste of my time in which leadership would point to my and others’ presence as proof of participation and involvement without genuinely listening to and acting upon our concerns. I would like to stress that my major concern here is not so much with final decisions, but more the processes (or lack thereof) that are used to support such decision-making. In my own work researching and writing about how Olympic and international sport is governed, I see many problems of governance or leadership where the politics of perception trump reality. In these cases, leaders are more concerned with shaping the narrative and crafting perspectives, rather than genuinely focusing on the reality of decision-making, the rationale for decisions, who is genuinely involved in decisions, why and the effects that these decisions have. I have been dismayed to see similar patterns in the leadership of MSSD14, where shaping the narrative and crafting perspectives appears to be more important than the reality. Leadership is critical in getting MSSD14 back on track. We need transformational leaders, people like Principal Chris BriggsHale and Principal Jesse Hull who are dedicated to preserving what is special about our schools and looking to build on this rather than tear it down. We need leaders who care about and are committed to teachers, principals, families and the wider community. Leaders who mentor, support, listen and inspire. Ultimately, we need leaders who will cultivate a shared vision and who recognize the power and responsibilities of genuine collective action. Leaders matter.

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Guest Editorial

It takes a village to build robotics teams I am a community member, OPINION parent and employee of District 14 and have taught at Manitou Elementary for 18 years. Our two sons graduated from Manitou, as well. I was on the committee to support the passing of the 4C bond issue. I love this place! I feel I am a quality teacher. Christi I’m staying. My team is Marquardt amazing, as are all of the teachers in my building. I know personally that Mr. Bethke, Mr. Batson, Shaunda McQueeney, Mrs. Kirkendall, and on and on are educators whom I have seen make huge differences in kids’ worlds. Wendy Harms is unparalleled in her work with our kids. And soooo many more stories like this! I did attend the April 18 Board of Education meeting, and here is what I had to say on the side of some things that have gone very right during COVID: Hello, Manitou Springs School District 14 Board of Education, Robotics here began in 2009 when Todd Reavis, who works for Boeing, got a corporate sponsorship for the highest level team, FRC: Team No. 2945, and the Steel Mustangs were born! Today, we have 27 teams from kindergartners to high school seniors. Nearly 15 percent of our students participate competitively! Our high school teams run free summer camps! This year we had: • Fifty-one participants in the fall fourth and fifth grade FLL level with EV3 robots; • Twenty participants in the fall sixth through eighth grades at the same level; • Seven participants all the way through at the FTC JV level seventh through 12th with the metal robot on a 12x12 field. And they won a Judge’s Choice Award at a competition AND went to state;

• Seventy-two participants this spring for our K-3 level with fourth- through sixth-grade mentors and some JV team mentors! These guys work with WeDo 2.0 robots; • Twenty-four participants in the spring with FRC varsity level ninth through 12th. They raised money for a California tournament and the district supports them for attending the Denver Tournament. They got second place with their alliance team of three teams in San Diego; • You have six elementary robotics coaches through Connect 14; • You have two plus one coaches at the middle school level: myself and the amazing Marcus and Keera Jordan; and • Mentors at the varsity level include myself, John Clune Jr. John Clune III (a 2019 graduate!), Ian Gutierrez (a parent) and Keera Jordan.

Thank you to countless community members and families. Parents have supported funding our FTC team to an overnight event before state: special thanks to Dr. Follari, the formidable Lachowicz-Vogt family, the Walls, Mr. Jespersen, Sunday who helped us with both custodial needs as well as mentoring on her own time, Mrs. Leskee, who shares her room. … And so much more. Parents at the elementary level sponsored and paid for teams that could no longer be granted by Boeing. Thank you to countless community members and families: the Linsters who support at every turn and have for seven

years, again Dr. Follari, Kiwanis Club, Tayco Screen Printing, Chip Spangler and friends, Amergint, Alex Grab, Pink Realty, the O’Malley family, the Wagle family, teacher Maria Woytko-Morris and soo soo many more! And last, I am here to thank you, the board, for your support and our administration and admin building staff. Thank you! Thank you for supporting fabulous kids doing fabulous things. Angie, Patti, Melissa, Kat, Mat, Suzi, Gayle, Marsha, Suzi, Lynda, Jenn, and more; high school media and tech, thank you for reaching down to the itty-bitty K-3 spring season and letting their 13 teams borrow iPads to program their WeDo 2.0 bots! (Manitou hosts the Southern Colorado Expo on Saturday, May 7, at MSES — come and see!) Thank you to building and grounds and to transportation for supporting all 13 years of this, but no time more powerfully than through COVID. Lastly, thank you to administrators: Cameron, Elizabeth, Jesse, Dustin, Maria, Chris, Danny and more for all you do to promote and celebrate and provide spaces in which kids can soar. From all 213 of us participants, coaches, and mentors: thank you! In addition to this reading, I would like to say that I was also on the YES to Education in support of the bond. The bond was so big because it took care of now and prepared for the next 25 years. Rather than “misguided,” it was very carefully thought through with multiple committees and hundreds of minds put together. It was not right for Manitou right now — that’s why we had a vote! One thousand yes to 1,200 no is not a landslide, but it is what we wanted to know: Was it right for us right now? The answer was no. Good job on us for using the Democratic Manitou Process!

Different Drummer scholarships offered to high school seniors Manitou Springs Real Estate is again presenting the Different Drummer Scholarship. It’s a one-time $1,000 gift intended for two seniors at Manitou Springs High School, or are home-schooled or live in Manitou, but attend a different high school. The scholarship aims to support students who have a particular passion, but don’t necessarily fit into the “typical” scholarship profile. They are awarded to students who exhibit focus and ambition toward meeting their goal or fulfilling their dream or passion.

The scholarship can be used for anything that will help the student accomplish this: college or trade school expenses, private tutoring, special lessons, supplies, equipment, tools, etc. No grade-point average, transcript, class ranking, school activities, club memberships or school offices are considered. Applications are due April 22, 2022. Information and application: manitousprings.com/the-different-drummer-scholarship or 685-0220.

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3612 W COLORADO AVE Manitou Springs Police Department Community Meeting: Residents of the Beckers Lane district are invited to meet their neighborhood police officers. 5 p.m. Memorial Hall, 606 Manitou Ave. Information: www.manitousprings.gov.

Friday, April 22

Manitou Lantern Parade: March through downtown Manitou Springs with bright lanterns. Meet at Memorial Park at 7:30 p.m.; the parade starts at 8 p.m. sharp and proceeds to Soda Springs Park. Information: caitlin@concretecouch.org.

Thursday, April 28

Dye Lab Pizza Party: It is amazing what you can do with waste. Eat pizza together and share your first memory of pizza. Then take the pizza box and transform it into a canvas. $35. 2-4 p.m. Manitou Springs Library, 515 Manitou Ave. Information: ppld. librarymarket.com/dye-lab-pizza-paintingparty or 531-6333, ext. 7004.

Singer and Songwriter Showcase: Join Lulu’s for an evening of original music — composed and performed by students, friends and mentors of Colorado Springs Conservatory. $10 per adult, $5 per student 17 and younger. 6-8 p.m. 107 Manitou Ave. Information: coloradospringsconservatory. org or 577-4556.

Saturday, April 30

Repair Café: With Repair Cafe volunteers, you will disassemble, troubleshoot and possibly repair your broken items. Save money, help the environment and learn repair skills. Registration is not required, but can be helpful for volunteers. 1-4 p.m. Manitou Art Center, 515 Manitou Ave. Information: ppld.librarymarket.com/ repair-cafe-10 or 531-6333, ext. 7004.

9Health 365 Health Fair: Free and low-cost health screenings, advice and information

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Colorado: The Outlaws, the Renegades and the Dissolute: Colorado’s early hardscrabble days prove that the state was not settled by temperate, well-adjusted people. More than that, Colorado attracted a virtual “who’s-who” of famous Wild West characters. Join author Randi Samuelson-Brown for a fun look into Colorado’s rollicking yesteryears. 10-11 a.m. Manitou Springs Library, 515 Manitou Ave. Information: ppld.librarymarket.com/ colorado-outlaws-renegades-and-dissolute-0 or 531-6333, ext. 7004. Free Comic Book Day: Join Manitou Springs Library to celebrate Free Comic Book Day. With the help of locally owned Muse Comics + Games, all library locations will distribute free comics while supplies last. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 515 Manitou Ave. Information: ppld.librarymarket.com/ free-comic-book-day-18 or 531-6333.

Saturday, May 14

Silent Disco: Dance the night away, quietly. Three DJs provide music through headphones, along with a giant disco ball and laser lights! Fun for all ages, with food trucks, beverage and gift vendors, games, mechanical bull and more. $15-$20. 4-10 p.m. Soda Springs Park, 35 Park Ave. Information: manitousprings.org/ silent-disco-and-food-truck-rally or 685-5089.

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.

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City planning event to celebrate National Arbor Day Friday, April 29, is National Arbor Day. To celebrate, Manitou Springs is hosting an Arbor Day event 10 a.m.-noon that day at Memorial Park. The main part of the event will be installing plants and trees in the streetscape section near Hiawatha Gardens on Old Man’s Trail. Bare-root trees will be given away and information booths about programs and opportunities for residents will be available.

The city has renewed its Tree City USA designation for the third year. With this designation, Manitou joins a network of hundreds of communities across the country, dedicated to preserving trees in communities. Tree City USA shows the city’s commitment to growing and maintaining our urban forest. The city has partnered with three local nurseries to facilitate a tree voucher program for residents.

Construction update Final gas line to be connected

Starting Monday, April 25, through Wednesday, April 27, a final gas line will be connected at Park and Cañon avenues. Flaggers will be on site to direct traffic. Drivers should allow a few extra minutes to get through the area. Parking will still be available along both streets. Once this work finishes, Lover’s Lane will reopen and the crews will move to Lafayette Road.

Crosswalks striping on Manitou Avenue

A contractor will be striping the crosswalks on Manitou Avenue from City Hall to the Ruxton Roundabout starting Monday, April 25, through Wednesday, April 27, during standard work hours. Through traffic will always be maintained throughout the project area, but flaggers will direct traffic through the partial lane closure whenever striping is taking place.

Applicants will receive a $100 voucher toward the purchase of a residential tree. Limited vouchers are available (one per household). Residents can sign up through the Parks & Recreation page: www. manitouspringsgov.com/593/_ Parks-and-Recreation. The city has a new arborist, Matthew Nelson, who brings a wealth of urban forestry experience in private and public roles.

To further the city’s commitment to preserving and caring for trees, a tree care ordinance will be presented to City Council in May. Also, in partnership with Resource Central, the city is facilitating free irrigation audits for residents. The Slow the Flow Program will highlight water conservation methods as well as maintaining more efficient sprinkler systems. Sign up through the same Parks & Recreation page.

City doubles value of vouchers for free residential trees program The impact that trees have on the overall quality of life in Manitou Springs cannot be emphasized enough, which is why the city will continue the Residential Tree Voucher Program in 2022. The city of Manitou Springs has doubled the value of its vouchers for its Residential Tree Voucher Program to $100. These vouchers are available for all Manitou Springs residents to get a greatly discounted tree at three area nurseries. They are Harding Nursery, 721 N. Powers Blvd.; Heidrick’s Colorado Tree Farm Nursery, 7440 Templeton Gap Road; or Rick’s Garden Center, 1827 W. Uintah Street. All you have to do to receive the voucher is to fill out the form at bit.ly/MSTreeVoucher. You can download one voucher per household. The supply of vouchers is limited, so please sign up soon. And don’t forget, it’s the law to call 811 before you dig to ensure that you won’t damage any utilities when planting the tree. For more information on tree care, visit www.arborday.org/trees/tips.

Manitou Springs Garden Club grant applications available The Manitou Springs Garden Club is offering small grants, up to $300, to local organizations and groups that are enhancing the environment and/or increasing the community’s sustainability and resilience. Applications can be downloaded from the club’s website, manitou springsgardenclub.wordpress.com, or requested by emailing emmymemont@gmail.com. Applications can be mailed to the Manitou Springs Garden Club, P.O. Box 21, Manitou Springs, CO 80829; they are due May 1, 2022.

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Branches are prepared to be ground into mulch during a previous Chipper Day.

Chipper Day for springtime yard work

Free grocery distribution dates at Manitou Pool & Fitness Center

The community is invited to drop off their brush and branches at Manitou Springs Public Works facility on Saturday, April 23, to have it chipped by Manitou Springs Fire Department firefighters. The event starts at 10 a.m. and

Care and Share of Southern Colorado will continue distributing free groceries in Manitou Springs. The giveaways take place in the parking lot of the Manitou Pool & Fitness Center, 202 Manitou Ave. Shoppers are welcome to take as much or as little of the food as they want. Distributions will take place noon-1 p.m. Thursdays. The dates are April 28, May 3 and 17, and June 7 and 21.

the last load of material will be accepted at 3:30 p.m. Public Works is located at 101 Banks Place, next to Crystal Valley Cemetery. Only yard waste is accepted — no construction or painted materials.

April 21, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 9

Volunteer Opportunities Manitou boards and commissions

The Historic Preservation Commission needs two regular members and one alternate; the Housing Advisory Board needs two regular members and two alternates; the Open Space Advisory Committee needs one alternate; the Park and Recreation Advisory Board needs one alternate; the Mobility and Parking Board needs three alternates; and the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage board needs two alternates. 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.

Community Congregational Church

People to help with the office, worship services and pantry are all needed and welcomed. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: 6855255.

Trails and Open Space Coalition

After a two-year respite, TOSC will bring back the Starlight Spectacular, its summer fundraising event. Dedicated volunteers are

needed for the event committee, which will collaborate with TOSC staff to oversee event plans and execution. Information: beth@ trailsandopenspaces.org.

Heritage Center

Pikes Peak crew leader training

This intensive weekend-long class (30-May 1) is for stewardship volunteers who are interested in becoming certified and active stewardship crew leaders. Participants learn how to lead safe, successful trail projects and build upon basic trail construction and restoration skills. The Trails and Open Space Coalition, Rocky Mountain Field Institute and the Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department host the training. Information: www.rmfi.org/crew-leader-training.

Friends of the Peak

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.

Manitou Springs Carnegie Library

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.

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The Manitou Springs Heritage Center needs volunteers to greet visitors 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.manitouspringsheritage center.org or 685-1454.

Chamber of Commerce

People who are familiar with the area and like helping others are needed to assist at the chamber. Information: 685-5089.

Trail Ambassador Program

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. Send complete information about volunteer needs to editor@pikespeakbulletin.com.

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In early March, all of our residents in our water billing list were mailed a magnet with important contact information for the many services that are offered for Manitou Springs residents. If you did not receive a magnet (or want extras) you can stop by City Hall and pick up extras that we have. We hope that these magnets are a useful resource that remains on your fridge for many years to come!

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Pikes Peak Bulletin 11

Earth Day Events Friday, April 22 Earth Day Community Stewardship Day: Rocky Mountain Field Institute welcomes volunteers for a moderately strenuous workday at Red Rock Canyon Open Space. Ages 16 and older; younger volunteers must be accompanied by an adult. 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: 471-7736, ext. 4, or calla@rmfi.org; register at rmfi.org/civicrm-event/2247. Spring Festival at Flying Pig Farm: Celebrate Earth Day and the approach of the growing season. Featuring music by Roman Ransom, tree planting, plant sale and seed swap, farm animal meet-andgreets, children’s crafts and farm-fresh snacks. 4-8 p.m. Free. Keithley Road. Information: tinyurl.com/flypig-ED.

Red Rock Canyon Earth Day Repair: Pikes Peak Trail Cats are partnering with the Friends of Red Rock Canyon to plant grass seed and bushes, do rock work on a trail, and more. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Information: manitoucats.com; register at tinyurl.com/ED-CATS.

Saturday, April 23

Earth Day Story on the Trail: Nature walk meets story time during a self-guided children’s story shared while on a trail. Stop in the nature center afterward for a take-home craft made with upcycled materials. Free; donations appreciated. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road. Information: www. elpasocountynaturecenters.com.

Monday, April 25

Mindfulness Monday: Explore mindfulness through journaling and a book study, followed by a short guided meditation. Yoga mats available, but feel free to bring a pillow. Free. Pre-registration required. 10:30-11:15 a.m. Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St. Information: tinyurl.com/ GoGmindfullness or 219-0111. ExperiMental: A science class for kids ages 9 to 14, where they will explore a different

science concept, each with an experiment. $5. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St. Information: tinyurl.com/GoGExperiMental or 219-0111.

Wednesday, April 27

Tyke Hike: Kids can explore the park using their five senses and listen to a story halfway through the hike. $3. 10-11 a.m. Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St. Information: www. gardenofgods.com/things-to-do/things-1/ online-programs or 219-0111.

Saturday, April 30

Motorless Morning: Explore Garden of the Gods sans cars. Bike, hike or simply stroll your way through the park all morning. Skateboards and longboards are welcome on park roads in accordance with speed limits and all road rules. Visitors can park at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center (1805 N. 30th St.), Garden of the Gods Trading Post (324 Beckers Lane) or in the overflow parking lot at Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site (corner of 30th Street and Gateway Road). As always, the park will remain free and open to the public. 5 a.m.-noon. 1805 N. 30th St. Information: 634-6666 or gardenofthegods.com. Forest Bathing Walk: Experience the therapeutic practice of Shinrinyoku and awaken your senses with a slow, mindful walk through the woods. Enjoy a beautiful tea ceremony after your walk. $20 for members, $30 for non-members. 1-3:30 p.m. Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road. Information: www. elpasocountynaturecenters.com.

Great American Cleanup: Join the community in this effort to complete cleanup projects at parks, trails, creeks and roadways. Pre-registration required. 9 a.m.-noon. Manitou volunteers will start at Memorial Park, 500 block of Manitou Avenue. Information and registration: www. fountain-crk.org/great-american-cleanup.

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April 21, 2022

Intensive training yielding payoffs for track, field teams

Isabella Coscetti prepares to land in the long jump pit during the Fountain-Fort Carson Invite on April 15. Photo by Marcus Hill

By Daniel Mohrmann With Manitou Springs’ track and field athletes seeing their training paying off, they’re starting to understand that these teams might just be for real. The Mustangs were at the Fountain-Fort Carson Trojan Invite last weekend competing for two days against some of the biggest schools in the area. And the results were good. Not just by Class 3A standards good, but good all the way around. The best part is that they haven’t hit their peak yet; they’re still progressing along nicely so that their best will come out at the right time. “They’re actually starting to rise up just at the right time,” coach Anna Mack said. “We have to keep an eye on what they look like in practice day to day and just make adjustments before we get to meets.” That approach has been working for the Mustangs. The boys took several top-10 finishes throughout the day. The lone win came from Lairden Rogge, who claimed the 400-meter dash with a time of 50.63 seconds. Cody Kelley has some standout performances of his own, taking third place in both the 1600 and 3200 runs.

The common theme for both was that the results told them that their training plans have been paying off, which can bring an added level of faith and confidence to competitions. “I put full faith into (assistant coach Andy) Sherwood and the plan he has,” Kelley said. “I’m going to stray very little from it. I don’t want to switch up too late (in the season).” Isabella Coscetti had another great weekend of competition, as well. She took second in the 300 hurdles, fifth in the 100 hurdles and ninth in the long jump. Of course, it didn’t hurt the Mustangs that the FFC environment gave them a little taste of what state might feel like, with the sizable atmosphere taking place over a couple days. The state track meet is less than a month away, so it’s good to get a taste of how a meet of that size will play out. The best part for Mack was seeing her athletes rise up on the big stage rather than back down. “It was really nice to see some of them pull through and shine,” Mack said. “Especially Lairden in the 400. It shows that what we’ve been doing since February and March is paying off.” Next up for the Mustangs: the Titan Invitational on Friday, April 22.

Girls golfers take second in league tournament debut By Daniel Mohrmann five was unexpected, in her mind, and she didn’t Based on the results of the season’s first even realize where her score put her for a few days. Tri-Peaks tournament, the Manitou Springs girls “I had no idea,” she said. “My whole mindset golf team will be competitive this season. is to go out there, try my best and have fun. My Three Mustangs finished in goal is to get into the 90s by the the top 10 of the individual end of the year. I’ve never shot in leaderboard and Manitou finished the 90s and it’s really encouraging second as a team at Hollydot Golf to hit a better score.” Course on April 13. The girls will keep working to Tyler Parratt was the best take strokes off their round as finisher on the team, shooting a they approach the next league — Madison Sharon 21-over-par 92 to finish in a tie for tournament on May 3 in La Junta. second. Right behind her, freshman The key to making improvements Madison Sharon finished with a isn’t necessarily what they’re 101. Anna Apotheker shot 115 to crack the top 10. doing off the tee or on their approach to the green, It was a welcome result for the Mustangs as but rather their work around and on the greens. they’ve been working to lower their scores across “What they’re figuring out is that chipping and the board. putting is where the strokes will start falling off,” “They’ve shown some improvement,” coach Vecchio said. “You can drop 10 shots off your Ken Vecchio said. “Some of them are trying to do round if you’re chipping and putting pretty good.” some individual stuff to get a little better. A couple As the weather warms up, golf course of them told me they went out and played some conditions will improve, which will make chipping golf on Sunday. They’re putting in some time and putting much more important. They got a taste outside of practice.” of warm golf weather on April 20 at the Pueblo Parratt finishing where she did wasn’t as much East Invite at Walking Stick, but results were not of a surprise. Sharon working her way into the top available at press time.

It’s really encouraging to hit a better score.

Manitou sports calendar Friday, April 22 Track and field: At The Classical Academy Invitational, 2 p.m.

Saturday, April 23 Baseball: Colorado Springs Christian School at Manitou (doubleheader), 11 a.m.

Tuesday, April 26 Girls golf: At Swink Invite (Rocky Ford City Golf Course). 9 a.m. Girls soccer: Florence at Manitou, 6 p.m.

Thursday, April 27 Baseball: At Lamar, 4:30 p.m. Girls soccer: At Salida, 6:30 p.m.

Friday, April 29 Track and field: At Cougar Classic (Garry Berry Stadium), 8 a.m.

Saturday, April 30 Baseball: At Florence (doubleheader), 11 a.m.

April 21, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 13

Soccer team hangs tough with state’s top players By Daniel Mohrmann slower than what we’re used to,” she said. Taking on the top team in Colorado “Scoring even the first goal hyped us up a can certainly provide encouraging results, bit to finish this game 5-0. That first half even when the score isn’t obviously in a wasn’t how we usually play, so those first team’s favor. The Manitou Springs girls goals are crucial for making our intensity soccer team sustained a 2-1 loss at the higher.” hands of Lutheran (the state’s top team, Sherwin and Abby Parker added goals according the Class 3A CHSAANow.com in the second half to give Manitou a little coaches poll), but it was maybe the most more comfort with the lead, but it turned encouraging loss the girls could’ve hoped out to be unnecessary. The Manitou for. offense controlled the ball Erica Sherwin scored for most of the game and Those first the Mustangs’ lone goal, the Coursers never posed which came in the second a legitimate threat. goals are crucial half of the April 16 game. The win caps an for making our The team (7-2-1 overall, overall successful week 2-0 Tri-Peaks) fired 14 for the Mustangs, despite intensity higher. shots, but that was the going 1-1. The loss to only one that bore any Lutheran does sting a — Madrid Mack fruit. little, but it was a game “That would’ve felt good,” coach Ben the Mustangs feel they could have won Mack said. “It was an entertaining game and now have the confidence that they can for the players and for the fans. It was compete with any team in the state. wide open and we were pushing to win the “If we would’ve won it would’ve been game, which was great for the coaches and a little bit better,” Ben Mack said. “But it the players.” was fine. It was a mid-season game and The Mustangs bounced back from that you want a mid-season game like that. loss with a 5-0 win over Vanguard on Psychologically, it allows our players to April 19. Madrid Mack broke the scoreless know that they can beat anybody.” tie in the first half and the Mustangs never The Mustangs are back in action on looked back. She added another goal in Tuesday, April 26, when they host the second half. Florence to try to remain undefeated in “The game in the first half was a lot league play.

Photo by Bryan Oller

Cassidy Kuzbek maneuvers the ball around a Lutheran player during their April 16 match.

Mustangs crush Salida to bounce back from tough loss By Daniel Mohrmann Manitou Springs faltered in the seventh inning against Jefferson Academy on April 14, resulting in arguably their most disappointing loss of the season. But the Mustangs bounced back nicely, getting two huge wins against Salida to kick off Tri-Peaks play. The wins over the Spartans came at a double-header on April 16 and the Mustangs (8-3-1 overall, 2-0 Tri-Peaks) scored a combined 42 runs in the two games, winning 21-3 and 21-8. The hope is that those wins will help players so intent on succeeding to calm down a bit and not put so much pressure on themselves. “We talked a lot Friday after that (8-7) Jefferson Academy loss,” coach Brandon DeMatto said. “I don’t know if this is as much about mental toughness as much as it is that these kids want it so

badly that they get so deep into their own thoughts.” two runs. Jake Thomson went 2-for-3 with three That didn’t look to be the case against the RBIs. Getting these wins will, hopefully, let the Mustangs reset their approach as league games Spartans. The Mustangs seemed to play with a little become the priority for the more emotional freedom. They batted .469 as a team in the first remainder of the season. game against Salida. “We see how much fun we can We see how Sophomore Canon Feist went have with the game,” senior Ethan much fun we Boren said. “We just have to do 2-for-2 and drove in a pair of runs, better at transferring that mentality and senior Tate Christian went can have with 3-for-4 with two RBIs of his own. into the games that have more the game. Junior Andrew Rhodes went importance.” — Ethan Boren The next round of those come 2-for-5, but blasted his first home run of the season. Senior Raymond Saturday, April 23, as Colorado Springs Christian School visits ManMcCaskey also homered, showing that the Mustangs have plenty of power in the lineup itou for a Tri-Peaks double-header. If the Mustangs this season. can sweep the Lions, they’ll keep pace with Buena Vista, the only other team in the Tri-Peaks League’s Freshman Hayden Martinez was the big bat in West division that has yet to suffer a league loss. the second game as he went 3-for-4 and drove in

Standout Mustangs Lairden Rogge (boys track and field): Dusted the competition to win the 400-meter dash at the Fountain-Fort Carson Invite. Tyler Parratt (girls golf): Shot 92 to finish tied for second at the Tri-Peaks League tournament at Hollydot. Raymond McCaskey (baseball): Went a combined 4-for-8 with a home run and five RBIs in Manitou’s wins over Salida.

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April 21, 2022

Art students making their teachers proud

Pencil drawing by Lilawyn Turrentine

By Rhonda Van Pelt Bonner, who has a master of arts degree The upcoming end-of-year art exhibit at from Adams State University in Alamosa, Manitou Springs High School will be an loves to share his passion for creativity with impressive one, as shown by images that art his students. teachers Erin Gocinski and Eric Bonner shared. “There is that moment when you see them The exhibit will showcase students’ ‘get’ it, and have success. That is so rewarding skills, imagination and artistry in media intrinsically, to see the growth and even the including pencil, acrylics, watercolor, metals, process of students creating,” he said. stone, mixed media, photography and clay. Both said that art classes are a safe place Both Bonner, who has taught at MSHS where students can express themselves. for nine years, and Creating art can be a Gocinski, who has taught “healthy form of play there for seven years, said relieving mental fatigue,” that inspiration is a Gocinski said, but has an two-way street for them. even more important Our “I get new ideas all the pay-off: supporting time just walking around cognitive development and students my classroom, seeing how activating both hemispheres are so students interpret the of the brain. project and what variations “Art can provide a amazing! they can come up with. healthy outlet and helps — Erin Gocinski Occasionally I have make you more neurologicalstudents help me to create a ly fit,” she said. new project or tweak an existing project,” Bonner said that art helps students Bonner said. develop problem-solving and critical thinking Gocinski always emphasizes to students skills. that there isn’t just one way to do something. The teachers know these things because “I will teach all techniques in their they’ve experienced creating their own art, traditional way, but never hold students back although they don’t have as much time for it from getting inventive. I think that’s part of as they’d like. the creative process,” she said. Bonner makes examples for class projects, They consult with their students but also keeps busy coaching the MSHS throughout the school year to collect work for wrestling team. Gocinski is in graduate school this exhibit and the Tri-Peaks League Virtual for a master’s degree in mindfulness. Art Show, which can be viewed at www. When she does have time for creativity, tplartshow22.com. Gocinski said it’s a visceral experience for her. Gocinski, who has a bachelor of science “I can feel it energetically in my chest degree in art education and a bachelor of fine and I get hypnotized by the evolution of the arts in metalsmithing/jewelry design from project. I love the feeling of escape and the Edinboro University in Pennsylvania, loves accomplishment of completing a piece,” said working with her students. She has taught in Gocinski, who launched the high school’s schools in several states, in settings ranging metalsmithing program. from urban to rural. Even if the students don’t pursue visual “Our students are so amazing!” she said. art-related college education or careers, it’s “Manitou’s students are by far the kindest likely they’ll remember what they learned students I have ever worked with.” from these teachers.

Arts SPOTLIGHT

Watercolor by Layla Babcock

Mixed media by Mary Kilpela

If you go

Mixed media by Sierra Dunlap

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Ceramic by Lindsey Hindshaw

Photograph by Finian Dufford

Brass and copper earrings by Hadley Buckley

The exhibit will open 4-6 p.m. Thursday, April 28, on the third floor of the SILC building, 405 El Monte Place, and will end Friday, May 13.

Photograph by Aiden Gaugh

Brass and copper by Micah McCollough

Acrylic and mixed media by Bryn Horner

April 21, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 15

Art Events Special Events

Blue Hands Festival: Learn easy shibori techniques and dye beautiful pieces in indigo to take home. Bring your own natural fiber T-shirts or use those provided, although supplies are limited. Have something small like washcloths or a tired pair of linen pants you’d like to overdye or change? Bring it and make it beautiful. Space is limited and registration is required. Free. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 30. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. Information: www.manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861. Manitou Springs Middle and High School Concerts: The high school orchestra will perform at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 3; the high school band at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 4; and the high school choir at 7 p.m. Friday, May 6. The middle school band will perform at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 11; the middle school orchestra at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 12; and the middle school choir at 7 p.m. Friday, May 13. All performances are free and take place at the District Auditorium, 110 Pawnee Ave. Information: mssd14.org or 685-4755.

Art Classes

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. 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 pm. on third or fourth Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays. Apply at tinyurl. com/esmdcc3c.

Call for Artists

Manitou Public Art Projects: Creative Alliance Manitou Springs (CRANE) has announced three new calls for artists, with more to come soon. The public art projects currently listed include an art installation on the Beckers Lane Bridge and two sculptural

works slated for installation in Manitou’s eastern commercial district. CRANE will waive application fees for artists who live or work in the community. Deadline for applications is Friday, April 22. Information and application: manitouspringscd.org/calls. Labor Day Art Festival: Commonwheel Artists 48th Annual Labor Day Weekend Art Festival in Manitou Springs has applications available for fine art and contemporary craft artists. This is a highly juried art festival. Exhibiting artist must be the creator of all art shown in their application. Artists must be present at the art festival displaying their accepted artwork. Deadline for submission is Sunday, May 15. Applications can be downloaded at: www. commonwheel.com/2022-festival-application. html. Information: www.commonwheel.com/ festival or 577-7700.

Ongoing Art Exhibits

“Wunderkind”: An exhibition of young artists featuring work from high schools from throughout the Pikes Peak region. Runs through April 30. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. Information: www. manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861. “We Are Here, You Are Here”: Current artwork reflecting the themes of trails, tales, compasses, journeys, maps and expansion. Artists for this show are Lisa Cush (painter), Jennifer Hanson (potter and painter), Sara Keller (potter) and Claire Steele (photographer). Runs through April 30. Commonwheel Artists Co-op, 102 Cañon Ave. Information: commonwheel.com or 685-1008. Chavez Gallery: Liese and Kris Chavez share their latest works. Open 3-6 p.m. Saturdays. Private tours available by appointment. Information: www.chavezartgallery.com or 963-6925. The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Exhibit (virtual): The photography of Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Robert Jackson. The Manitou Springs 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 exciting 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.

Joseph W. Hendrickson Jan. 21, 1954 – April 5, 2022

Joseph W. “Dad” Hendrickson, age 68, passed away comfortably in his home on April 5, 2022. He was born Jan. 21, 1954, to Paul and Estelle in Minneapolis. He graduated from high school in Moorhead, Minnesota. He later went to Alexandria Technical College, where he graduated from the Police Academy Program. He was married several times throughout the years and, well, we won’t get into all that. Dad was a wonderful man. It was in his nature to always think of others first. In later years, even his ex-wives enjoyed being around him. He would inevitably have anyone, be it strangers, friends or family, laughing in minutes. Dad grew up in and often visited Bismarck, North Dakota. He later became a police officer in that very same town, eventually transferring to Moorhead, where he would remain for most of his police career. The most highlighted part of his professional life was spent with his K-9, Bear, who helped him develop Moorhead Minnesota’s first K-9 program. Dad and Bear became an inseparable team and were very successful at both work-related events and K-9 competitions. They would go on to place highly in local, state and regional dog trials. He eventually placed 10th in the national dog trials. Dad later did some other work, to include being a police

chief. He eventually retired from law enforcement — sort of. He ended up being a school bus driver off and on over the years, but had a second career as a code enforcement officer in Manitou Springs. Before moving to Colorado, he sold his Victorian home in Ulen, Minnesota. He really loved the house but wanted to be closer to his sons. Ten years later, he bought back the house, where he lived the remainder of his life and spent the last six months with some of his family. Dad is survived by his four sons: Shawn Hendrickson and Candace Johnson, Christopher Hendrickson, Michael Hendrickson and his favorite son, Orian, and wife Amanda Hendrickson. (Ha! Made it longer than all three of your tries combined). He also left five grandchildren: Emily Hendrickson, Orian Hendrickson Jr., Tatum Hendrickson, Kahleel Hendrickson and Cassius “Cash” Hendrickson. Dad, you have created a Hendrickson legacy; giving your sons a lot to live up to. You were a great father and an even better best friend. You will live on forever in our hearts. We love you dear ol’ Dad. A memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Schoeneberger Funeral and Cremation Service of Perham, Minnesota. Visitation will be one hour before the service.

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SunWater Spa celebrating seven years of magic By Wendy Wilkinson The story is a magical one. SunWater Spa collaborators Don Goede and Kat Tudor were bathing in the waters of the Ganges River in India almost a decade ago, experiencing a spiritual ceremony when they first discussed the possibility of creating a healing arts space revolving around the magical waters of Manitou Springs. Thus, the idea for a hot mineral-water spa in this special mountain town was born. Now in its seventh year, the magic continues for SunWater, which has garnered “Best of” awards in publications throughout the Front Range, as well as having experienced exponential success. With a view of Pikes Peak (Tava) from all 10 of its private cedar-infused hot mineral springs soaking pools, SunWater Spa also boasts three saline, multi-temperature pools and an infrared sauna to enhance the relaxation experience. With good “growing pains,” tubs 11 and 12 will open in late May, with the older tubs having recently been refurbished. “Soaking in heated mineral water can also create a relaxing, stress-reducing benefit,” Tudor explained. “The heat causes blood to expand to the body’s surface, flushing lymphatic fluid through the muscles and stimulating tiny organ cells to tell muscles to relax.”

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Adrianna and Eric Rincon enjoy a soak in Mary’s Mountain Tub.

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SunWater Spa, 514 El Paso Blvd. Operating hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tubs can be reserved online at the online calendar at sunwellness.net or by leaving a message at 695-7007. Personal tubs are open for 90-minute reservations every two hours starting at 8 a.m., with the last soak beginning at 8 p.m.

The curative properties of these legendary natural springs were known to indigenous peoples and animals, and they have experienced these healing minerals for several thousand years. The springs contain such minerals as calcium, necessary for bone and tooth formation; magnesium, vital for nerve and muscle

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• $80 per tub for two people; and • $40 for each additional person.

health; potassium, which produces an electrolyte that helps maintain a healthy blood pressure; as well as copper, fluoride, iron and zinc. “Over the past year we have done more sponsorships with the Manitou community, including the local Women’s Club and even the chamber, but it all comes down to the sacred

nature of the water. We are now a sanctuary wellness destination, with 10, soon to be 12 private soaking tubs, where people really enjoy the water,” said Lyn Ettinger-Harwell, SunWater’s chief operating officer. “Manitou has been about water for centuries and people still want to make that journey. It’s a beautiful facility, with a friendly staff, but ultimately SunWater is all about the water from 7 Minute Spring, which is very healing for both your body and mind. When it is a beautiful sunny day, and our guests are enjoying their soak and able look across at that mountain landscape, I think it is one of the most beautiful places on Earth.” The tubs have now been named for the mountains surrounding the area and guests can ask for them by name. Mary’s Mountain Tub is incredibly private and very popular, and Red Mountain Tub on the third floor has a spectacular view of that historic mountain. Both the second and third tubs offer beautiful views of Pikes Peak (Tava), and guests have said that the sunsets from Mount Manitou Tub and Raspberry Mountain are spectacular. With three hot mineral tubs, and three saline pools on the first floor, a goal is to offer the space to small groups. “SunWater Spa is a very peaceful place,” Tudor said, “and the Ute Natives gave this space their blessing to create a sacred space.”

Community center survey will inform Colorado Springs’ decisions A three-phased public participation process for residents to help inform the future of the Westside Community Center has begun with an online survey at coloradosprings.gov/westsidecommunitycenter. The full process will take place through the end of May. Public input will be shared with city officials, who will use it to help inform next steps for the community center, 1628 W. Bijou St. The survey will be live through April 29, and a non-digital version of the survey will be available.

Phase 2 will involve focused conversations taking place May 16-20 with dozens of community members. This phase will explore the themes that emerge from the survey and provide ample opportunity for participants to share ideas. The third and final phase will be a half-day community workshop on May 21 to build on the ideas from the focused conversations to yield three recommendations for viable long-term options. The recommendations generated from the public process will be presented to city officials

for their consideration in determining next steps. The city’s operational contract with the Center for Strategic Ministry expires May 31. CSM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that has operated the community center since the Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department first sought an external operator in 2010 as a response to budgetary constraints. In March 2022, the city cancelled its request for proposals after CSM’s withdrawal from the process. The city began seeking a new operator in November 2020.

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Live Music Friday, April 22

Lulu’s, Colorado Springs Contemporary Jazz Big Band, 6 p.m.

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Dylan Teifer, 6 p.m. D’Vine Wine, Big Sky Acoustic, 5:30 p.m. Lulu’s, Joshua Ray Walker, Jesh Yancey and the High Hopes, 8 p.m.

Saturday, April 23

Armadillo Ranch, Battle of the Bands: Family Elephant, 9 p.m. Buffalo Lodge, karaoke, Last Patrol, 5 p.m.

Front Range Barbeque, Spiral Light, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 28

Kinfolks, open mic, 7:30 p.m.

Jives Coffee Lounge, Irish music series, 7:30 p.m.

Lulu’s, Colorado Springs Contemporary Jazz Big Band, 6 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, karaoke, 9 p.m.

Thursday, May 5

Trails End Taproom, open mic, 6 p.m.

Jives Coffee Lounge, Irish music series, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, April 29

Townhouse Sports Grill, karaoke, 9 p.m.

Lulu’s, Bonnie and Taylor Sims, Megan Burtt, 8 p.m.

Saturday, April 30

Mother Muff’s, West Side Rhythm Kings, 8 p.m.

Trails End Taproom, open mic, 6 p.m.

Armadillo Ranch, Battle of the Bands: Eternal Temples, 9 p.m.

Sunday, April 24

Buffalo Lodge, karaoke, 5 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.m.

Lulu’s, 40 Oz. to Freedom, 8 p.m.

Trails End Taproom, bluegrass jam, 2 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, Brandon Henderson, 8 p.m.

Monday, April 25

Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.m. Trails End Taproom, bluegrass jam, 2 p.m.

Tuesday, April 26

Monday, May 2

Jives Coffee Lounge, folk jam, 7 p.m. Mother Muff’s, karaoke, 8 p.m.

Armadillo Ranch, jam circle, 6 p.m.

Townhouse Sports Grill, open mic, 9 p.m.

Tuesday, May 3

Wednesday, April 27

Jives Coffee Lounge, folk jam, 7 p.m.

Jives, Over-Prepared Open Mic, 5:30 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, karaoke, 8 p.m.

Kinfolks, open mic, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, May 6

Townhouse Sports Grill, David Manship, 6 p.m.

Saturday, May 7

Armadillo Ranch, Dave Abear N’ Friends, 8 p.m. Lulu’s, An Evening with Nellie McKay, 8 p.m.

Sunday, May 1

Armadillo Ranch, jam circle, 6 p.m.

Wednesday, May 4

Townhouse Sports Grill, open mic, 9 p.m.

Mother Muff’s, Playing with Smoke, 9 p.m. Townhouse Sports Grill, Jimmy & James, 6 p.m.

Sunday, May 8

Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.m. Trails End Taproom, bluegrass jam, 2 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.

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Armadillo Ranch is sponsoring the Battle of the Bands through April at the music venue/restaurant, 962 Manitou Ave. Quite Frankly, All Aboard, Barefoot Family Caravan and Big Sky performed earlier in the month. The remaining competitors: April 23 — Family Elephant, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. April 30 — Eternal Temples (E.T.’s), 9 p.m.-1 a.m. See the lineup of all-star local musicians and then cast your vote at tinyurl.com/DILLOBOTB22 for your

favorite. The band with the most votes at midnight, April 30, will be the winner. The winner will play the Saturday night set at Meadowgrass Music Festival on May 28 and at Appaloosa Grill in Denver, plus win a $1,000 solar travel cooler from Total Energy Solutions, a prize package from Moondog Music Shop and a trip to Escape Manitou Springs. Second place will win a night on a Local Motive party bus crawl for each band member and guest.

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Stagecoach Inn update The Stagecoach Inn property, 702 Manitou Ave., has been showing signs of activity for the first time in months. A dumpster from D2 Demo & Dirt and a drain service truck could be seen there in mid-April. The historic restaurant’s owner, Pawel “PJ” Jakubczyk, has been battling a class-action lawsuit from former employees and is in the process of declaring Chapter 11 bankruptcy. He has been ordered to appear in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Denver on Wednesday, May 11, for a status conference. His company, PBJAK LLC, is still listed as the owner in the El Paso County Assessor’s records. Its total market value, including the building and the land, is $972,813. Workers power-wash the Stagecoach Inn deck on April 15. Photo by Rhonda Van Pelt

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Carnivale 2005 needs a few volunteers for a variety of functions before Parade day and on the day of the Parade. Helping organize the marchers, serving as a runner, helping refurbish some of the giant puppets and masks and helping with post-Parade clean-up are among the tasks at hand. Those wishing to volunteer should call the Chamber of Commerce at 685-5089. Marchers are sought too. Pre-registration is not necessary, just be in costume at Memorial Park between noon and 12:30 p.m. Feb. 5. Groups, including musical groups, and individuals are welcome. Floats must be human powered since motorized vehicles are not allowed.

Home delivery available for $26/year within El Paso and Teller counties. $66/year elsewhere. Students help tsunami victims

Kelly Johnston’s second grade class at Manitou Elementary, led by Isabel Dufford, behind the large glass jar full of coins in the center, spearheaded the MSES tsunami relief effort at MSES and was soon joined by many all the other classes in the school. The cause has been taken up by students in all four district schools, at the initiative of the students themselves. See story, page 4.

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The 2005 Historical Speaker Series will present Dr. Lewis Archer as its opening speaker Jan. 16 at 3 p.m. in the Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee. The subject of his talk will be “The Broken Hear t of William Bell.” Dr. Archer has been an historical speaker in past years and attributes his interest in Manitou Springs’ history to his relocation here 13 years ago. He is a retired English professor from Whitwor th 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.

By Jack Elder

City Finance Director Mike Leslie reported to City Council at Tuesday’s work session that there was approximately $32,000 available for implementing changes in the zoning code and related public processes for 2005. The recommendations submitted by consultant HB&A were itemized and came with the cost of each item included. HB&A will be contracted to perform the work of revising the code and establishing revised processes so the recommendations also served as a de facto bid on each item even though the firm’s involvement to date eliminates the requirement for a new bidding process. The 12 items on the HB&A list total nearly $91,000. HB&A also indicated several, mostly procedural changes, that can contribute to a more efficient and less contentious process that can be implemented in-house at no cost. Operating within the $32,000 available this year, council identified the creation of approval criteria for each zoning category, including downtown, projected to cost $20,000; revising and updating the public process, projected to cost $9,100; reevaluating the setback requirements in the general residential zone, which consumes as much as one-third of planning staff’s time, projected to cost $5,000 and adopting and implementing the National Fire Prevention Association’s standard 299 at a projected cost of $3,600. The NFPA standard would provide clear-cut guidelines, especially for construction on upslopes, where none exist now and thereby eliminate considerable negotiation,

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reports, hearings and general misunderstanding and arguments. Representatives of HB&A, City Council and members of city staff will now meet to finalize costs. At press time, it was not anticipated that further formalize action would be necessary to start the zoning and planning revision process as outlined Tuesday.

Council nears administrator choice Following Monday’s open house with finalists for the City Administrator position and a closed executive session Tuesday to review the candidates and the interview process that took place Monday, City Council appears to be embarking on final discussions with one or more candidates. Details from council executive sessions are, by law, not made public The four finalists are Elizabeth Black, District Manager for the Copper Mountain Consolidated Metropolitan District in Colorado; David Blanchard, City Manager of Blackhawk, Colo., from 2000 to 2003; Catherine Green, Director of Planning for the City of Pueblo from 1992 to 2004; and, Rick Sonnenburg, Town Manager of Monument. Bentley Henderson, Assistant Town Manager of Carbondale, Colo., withdrew from the process Friday The candidates were interviewed Monday by a panel of Colorado city managers and by City Council. The four then met with members of the public and with members of city staff. No public timetable has been set for the final hiring.

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April 11

A Manitou Springs Police officer responded to a single-vehicle traffic accident in the 800 block of Prospect Place. The driver was backing out of a steeply graded parking space, slid on loose gravel and struck a fire hydrant. At 0024 hours, MSPD did a routine check for trespassers at a closed business in the 100 block of Manitou Avenue. Suspects with drugs were found in a room; they were taken into custody and charged with possessing amphetamines. A female trespasser was found to have a local misdemeanor warrant. She was taken into custody, issued a new court date and released on a personal recognizance bond. The following items were turned in at the MSPD window: • A blue Visa credit card; • A Florida driver’s license belonging to Delaini L. Harley; • An Arizona driver’s license belonging to Alicia M. Faulisi; and • ID cards for the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of Genoa.

April 12

At 1910 hours, Manitou officers located a structure fire in the 100 block of Manitou Avenue. The Manitou Springs Fire Department arrived and extinguished the fire. It’s believed to be arson, but no suspect information

is available at this time. MSPD responded to a civil dispute between two family members in the 300 block of Ruxton Avenue. Officers created a case report to document the incident due to multiple calls for service.

April 13

A check-the-welfare request was received for an address in the 400 block of Manitou Avenue. When officers arrived, they contacted a man with a local misdemeanor warrant and gave him a personal recognizance bond. At 2150 hours, MSPD stopped a vehicle in the 3500 block of West Colorado Avenue. The driver had a local misdemeanor warrant, was served a bond and released.

April 14

MSPD and MSVFD responded to a report of a house fire in the 100 block of Lover’s Lane. It was determined to be an accident caused by an obstructed chimney. No one was home during the fire and it was quickly extinguished. Someone turned in a small, clear plastic bag with a white substance inside. It’s believed to be methamphetamines and will be destroyed. MSPD officers responded to a non-injury traffic accident with vehicle damage near the intersection of Pawnee and Manitou avenues. A brief

investigation was completed. At 2025 hours, a Manitou officer responded to a disturbance in the 00 block of Manitou Avenue. Two people reported getting into an aggressive argument with each other. It was verbal only and nothing physical occurred. Officers stopped a vehicle in the 200 block of Manitou Avenue at 2141 hours. They determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol; the driver was arrested and transported to the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center.

April 15

MSPD contacted a man in the 200 block of Manitou Avenue at 0130 hours. He was found to have a local misdemeanor warrant, was given a personal recognizance bond and released. Officers responded to a report of menacing on U.S. Highway 24 near mile marker 290. When they arrived in the area, they located the suspect and stopped his vehicle. He was issued a summons and released.

April 17

At 2255 hours, MSPD responded to a motel in the 00 block of Manitou Avenue, where a disturbance had been reported. Officers spoke with all involved people and, after identifying them, learned that a protection order had been violated. The suspect was taken into custody and transported to CJC.

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COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200044 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 11, 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): MEAGAN ROTHLEUTNER Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., As Beneficiary, As Nominee for LEADERONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: LEADERONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION Date of Deed of Trust: December 20, 2013 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 23, 2013 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 213150592 Original Principal Amount: $84,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $82,875.21 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, BLOCK 3, EASTLAKE SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 4, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2119 SARANAC DRIVE, 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, 06/15/2022, at The El Paso County Citizens Service Center, 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd. Ste 1020, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, 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: 4/21/2022 Last Publication: 5/19/2022 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: 02/11/2022 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: Deanne R. Stodden #33214 Messner Reeves LLP 1430 Wynkoop Street, Suite 300 Denver, CO 80202 (303) 623-1800 Attorney File # 8020.0062 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. EPC202200029 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 28, 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): YVETTE M KNUTSEN Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for GUARANTEED RATE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER Date of Deed of Trust: September 17, 2015 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 22, 2015 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 215103360 Original Principal Amount: $183,150.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $188,206.28 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, BLOCK 1, COTTONWOOD KNOLLS, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 6750 SPROUL LN, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80918. 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, 06/01/2022, at The El Paso County Citizens Service Center, 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd. Ste 1020, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, 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: 4/7/2022 Last Publication: 5/5/2022 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: 01/28/2022 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 # 00000009394503 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. EPC202200035 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 1, 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): David E. Fleming Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for Primelending, a Plainscapital Company, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2006-WMC3, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006WMC3 Date of Deed of Trust: April 13, 2006 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 17, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 206055254 Original Principal Amount: $224,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $225,396.95 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, BLOCK 2, WEST OAK RIDGE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 290 Candletree Circle, Monument, CO 80132-7104. 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, 06/01/2022, at The El Paso County Citizens Service Center, 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd. Ste 1020, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, 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: 4/7/2022 Last Publication: 5/5/2022 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: 02/01/2022 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 # CO10152 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. EPC202200026 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 25, 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): EUGENE SANCHEZ Original Beneficiary(ies): OPTION ONE MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION , as Trustee for ABFC 2004-OPT2 Trust, ABFC Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2004-OPT2 Date of Deed of Trust: September 25, 2003 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 02, 2003 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 203231006 Original Principal Amount: $131,400.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $94,358.88 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 thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. 64154-02-027 LOT 18 IN BLOCK 28 IN REPLAT OF BLOCKS 19, 24, 27, 28 AND 32, PARK HILL SUBDIVISION NO. 4, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 3631 GARLAND CT, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910-2800. 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, 05/25/2022, at The El Paso County Citizens Service Center, 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd. Ste 1020, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, 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: 3/31/2022 Last Publication: 4/28/2022 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: 01/25/2022 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: Alison L. Berry #34531 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 18-019606 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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COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200027 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 26, 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): Quan Dang Nguyen Original Beneficiary(ies): 5Star Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: 5Star Bank Date of Deed of Trust: April 22, 2021 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: June 10, 2021 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 221113060 Original Principal Amount: $1,000,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $640,000.00 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 15, IN BLOCK 1, BROADMOOR BLUFFS ESTATES, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO (Assessor Schedule No. 6507204077). Also known by street and number as: 4350 Reginold Ct, Colorado Springs, CO 80906. 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, 05/25/2022, at The El Paso County Citizens Service Center, 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd. Ste 1020, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, 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: 3/31/2022 Last Publication: 4/28/2022 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: 01/26/2022 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: Thomas M. Haskins III #17651 S&D Law 1290 Broadway, Suite1650 Denver, CO 80203 (303) 399-3000 Attorney File # 5Star 10-001 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. EPC202200017 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 18, 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): IVAN L FEARS Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for BAY EQUITY LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: October 01, 2018 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 02, 2018 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 218115335 Original Principal Amount: $249,399.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $246,182.49 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. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION Pursuant to Corrective Affidavit re: Scrivener’s Error Pursuant to C.R.S. 3835-109(5) recorded May 13th, 2020 at Reception #220065703 EXHIBIT “B” TRACT A: A PORTION OF THE NW1/4 OF THE SW1/4 OF SECTION 15 IN TOWNSHIP 13 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., P.M., EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO THAT IS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: FROM THE SOUTH ONE-QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 15, RUN EAST ON THE SOUTH LINE THEREOF, A DISTANCE OF 620.52 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE MIDLAND TERMINAL RAILROAD, NOW ABANDONED; THENCE NORTHWEST ON SAID LINE 2182.64 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVE IN SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE; THENCE COINCIDENT WITH SAID LINE ON A CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A RADIUS OF 1939.5 FEET, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 449.9 FEET TO THE MOST NORTHERLY CORNER OF A TRACT HERETOFORE CONVEYED TO BENJAMIN W. PARSONS AS RECORDED IN BOOK 1390 AT PAGE 405 OF THE E L PA S O C O U N T Y R E C O R D S ; THENCE CONTINUE ON THE LAST MENTIONED CURVED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 56.1 FEET TO THE END POINT OF SAID CURVED COURSE; THENCE NORTHWEST COINCIDENT WITH THE AFOREMENTIONED RIGHT OF WAY LINE ON A COURSE TANGENT TO THE END POINT OF THE PREVIOUS MENTIONED CURVED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 143.9 FEET FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE TRACT HEREIN DESCRIBED; THENCE CONTINUE ON THE LAST COURSE NORTHWEST 141.59 FEET; THENCE ANGLE RIGHT 90° NORTHEASTERLY 100.0 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID RAILROAD; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ON SAID LINE 141.59 FEET; THENCE ANGLE RIGHT 90° SOUTHWESTERLY 100.0 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. TRACT B: THAT PORTION OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 15 IN TOWNSHIP 13 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, BEING A PORTION OF THE FORMER RIGHT OF WAY OF THE MIDLAND TERMINAL RAILWAY COMPANY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID R I G H T O F WAY AT T H E M O S T N O RT H E R LY C O R N E R O F T H E TRACT DESCRIBED IN DEED TO

BENJAMIN W. PARSONS AND ALDORA C. PARSONS RECORDED IN BOOK 1390 AT PAGE 405 OF THE RECORDS OF EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, UNDER RECEPTION NO. 903089; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY 100 FEET ON SAID SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE TRACT TO BE DESCRIBED HEREBY; THENCE CONTINUE NORTHWESTERLY 100 FEET ON SAID SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF LINE; THENCE ANGLE RIGHT 90° NORTHEASTERLY 100 FEET TO THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID RIGHT OF WAY; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY 100 FEET ON SAID NORTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE; THENCE ANGLE RIGHT 90° SOUTHWESTERLY 100 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. NO. 1 - A RIGHT OF WAY FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS BEING A PART OF AN EXISTING ROAD, OVER THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TRACT: A PORTION OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF (N 1/2) OF THE SOUTHWEST ONE-QUARTER (SW 1/4) OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 13 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE MIDLAND TERMINAL RAILWAY COMPANY, SAID POINT BEING 15 FEET NORTHWESTERLY THEREON FROM THE INTERSECTION POINT OF THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF THAT TRACT DESCRIBED IN DEED AND RECORDED IN BOOK 1966 AT PAGE 771 OF THE RECORDS OF EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, WITH THE SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY AFORESAID; SAID INTERSECTION POINT ALSO BEING THE MOST NORTHERLY CORNER OF THAT TRACT DESCRIBED IN DEED AND RECORDED IN BOOK 1390 AT PAGE 405 OF SAID EL PASO COUNTY RECORDS; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY AND SOUTHERLY ON A CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A RADIUS OF 10.00 FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 79°09’22”, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 13.82 FEET; TO A POINT OF COMPOUND CURVATURE; THENCE CONTINUE SOUTHERLY AND SOUTHWESTERLY ON SAID COMPOUND CURVE, HAVING A RADIUS OF 305.24 F E E T, A C E N T R A L A N G L E O F 10°36’14”, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 56.48 FEET TO A POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE CONTINUE SOUTHWESTERLY ON THE TANGENT TO THE LAST MENTIONED CURVE, A DISTANCE OF 115.34 FEET TO INTERSECT THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THAT TRACT RECORDED IN BOOK 1966 AT PAGE 771 AFORESAID; SAID SOUTHWESTERLY LINE BEING ALSO THE NORTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE COUNTY ROAD; THENCE ANGLE LEFT 85°33’36” SOUTHEASTERLY ON SAID SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THAT TRACT RECORDED IN BOOK 1966 AT PAGE 771 AFORESAID, A DISTANCE OF 15.04 FEET TO THE MOST SOUTHERLY CORNER OF THE LAST MENTIONED TRACT; THENCE ANGLE LEFT 99°11’00” NORTHEASTERLY, A DISTANCE OF 181.4 FEET TO THE SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE MIDLAND TERMINAL RAILWAY COMPANY; THENCE ANGLE LEFT 85°01’00” NORTHWESTERLY, A DISTANCE OF 15.00 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, AND TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO USE. NO. 2 - A RIGHT OF WAY FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS BEING A PART OF AN EXISTING ROAD, OVER THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TRACT; A PORTION OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF (N 1/2) OF THE SOUTHWEST ONE-QUARTER (SW 1/4) OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 13 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST, OF THE 6TH P.M., EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE MIDLAND TERMINAL RAILWAY COMPANY, SAID POINT BEING 60.13 FEET SOUTHEASTERLY THEREON FROM THE MOST NORTHERLY CORNER OF THAT TRACT DESCRIBED IN DEED AND RECORDED IN BOOK 1390 AT PAGE 405 OF THE RECORDS OF El PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, SAID MOST NORTHER-

LY CORNER POINT BEING ALSO THE INTERSECTION POINT OF THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF THAT TRACT DESCRIBED IN DEED AND RECORDED IN BOOK 1966 AT PAGE 771 OF SAID EL PASO COUNTY RECORDS; AND THE SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE AFOREMENTIONED; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY A DISTANCE OF 60.13 FEET TO THE MOST NORTHERLY CORNER AFORESAID; THENCE ANGLE LEFT 94°59’00’’ ON THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF THAT TRACT AS RECORDED IN BOOK 1390 AT PAGE 405, A DISTANCE OF 181.4 FEET TO THE MOST WESTERLY CORNER OF THE LAST MENTIONED TRACT; THENCE ANGLE LEFT 80°49’00” SOUTHEASTERLY ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE LAST MENTIONED TRACT, AND ON THE NORTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE COUNTY ROAD, A DISTANCE OF 1504 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE ANGLE LEFT 94°26’24” NORTHEASTERLY, A DISTANCE OF 151.68 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVATURE OF A CURVE TO THE RIGHT; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY AND EASTERLY ON SAID CURVE TO THE RIGHT, HAVING A RADIUS OF 30.00 F E E T, A C E N T R A L A N G L E O F 90°14’24”, AN ARC LENGTH OF 47.25 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO A POINT OF TANGENCY AND THE POINT OF BEGINNING ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE MIDLAND TERMINAL RAILWAY COMPANY. Also known by street and number as: 8966 PICABO LN, CASCADE, CO 80809. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. If applicable, a description of any changes to the deed of trust described in the notice of election and demand pursuant to affidavit as allowed by statutes: Pursuant to Corrective Affidavit re: Scrivener’s Error Pursuant to C.R.S. 3835-109(5) recorded May 13th, 2020 at Reception #220065703 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, 05/18/2022, at The El Paso County Citizens Service Center, 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd. Ste 1020, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, 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: 3/24/2022 Last Publication: 4/21/2022 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: 01/18/2022 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 # 00000009348426 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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UNIVERSAL CROSSWORD Edited by David Steinberg

“THEMELESS” By Rafael Musa

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ACROSS 1 ___ dish (lab item) 6 Play charades 10 “Possibly” 14 “Coming now!” 16 Mental fog 17 “Feeling Good” singer 18 The “a” in a.m. 19 Enjoyed some feijoada, say 20 Small songbirds 21 Filthy rooms 22 “___ that make sense?” 23 Share a course? 25 Animals that rhyme with “waters,” aptly 28 Hawaiian island or porch 29 Play with, as a cat would 30 Apple’s Bay Area home 34 “La Vie En Rose” singer Piaf 35 Common trick-winning card in bridge 36 Discombobulated, informally

37 It might be achieved by crying or hitting a punching bag 39 In need of a relaxing massage 40 Amazonas or Arizona 41 Said a bad word 42 Horn of Africa country where Tigrinya is spoken 45 Vein of ore 46 Rotting process 47 ___ prompt (spoken part of a Hinge profile) 49 Char siu ___ (pork-filled bun) 52 Common first word in a letter 53 Dish with broth and dumplings 55 Place to be marooned 56 “The way things are going ...” 57 Slender swimmers 58 Actress Campbell 59 Wait to publish

DOWN 1 ___ colada 2 Give off 3 “Leave your message after the ___” 4 “Messenger” molecule 5 “Can’t hurt” 6 Gorgeous Gorgeous Girls and Grumpy Cat 7 “Victory was mine!” 8 Trims chest hair, say 9 Size up 10 Mopey exclamation about a place 11 Tulip ___ (1630s Dutch market bubble) 12 Nahuatl speaker of old Mexico 13 “For heaven’s sake!” 15 Brings into a company 21 Honor roll members 22 They’re not good looks 24 Back to square ___ 25 Grp. of oil-producing nations 26 Magician’s cry after an act

27 Ding-dong 28 Name that rhymes with “you see” 30 Participate in a democracy 31 Charged particles 32 Septum piercing’s spot 33 Gave the go-ahead to 38 Name hidden in “Israeli” 41 Hot drink with a silent last letter 42 Actor Redmayne or Murphy 43 Witherspoon who runs a book club 44 Matching declaration in poker 45 Flexible and graceful 48 Airing 49 Kayak, e.g. 50 Car 51 Sign on a shop window 53 Pale 54 Apt anagram of “sir”

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April 21, 2022

Pikes Peak Bulletin 23 LEGAL NOTICES

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 14, 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): BENJAMIN C. OLSON Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for PLAZA HOME MORTGAGE INC., its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: December 06, 2018 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 07, 2018 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 218140819 Original Principal Amount: $205,214.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $197,629.95 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 8 IN BLOCK 2 IN PIKES PEAK PARK SUBDIVISION NO. 8, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. The Deed of Trust legal description was corrected by an Affidavit of Correction recorded on 1/12/2022 at Reception No. 222005624, records of El Paso County, Colorado. Also known by street and number as: 1606 Glacier Drive, 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, 05/18/2022, at The El Paso County Citizens Service Center, 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd. Ste 1020, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, 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: 3/24/2022 Last Publication: 4/21/2022 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: 01/14/2022 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 # CO11231 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. EPC202200018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 18, 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): RUTH A. WYATT-CURTIS Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as beneficiary, as nominee for CALIBER HOME LOANS, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: July 29, 2014 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: July 30, 2014 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 214067889 Original Principal Amount: $164,957.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $143,500.58 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 23, IN BLOCK 7, IN GARDEN RANCH SUBDIVISION, MEADOWLAND ADDITION NO. 1, FILING #1, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK C-2 AT PAGE 67. Also known by street and number as: 3630 WINDFLOWER CIRCLE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80918-4538. 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, 05/18/2022, at The El Paso County Citizens Service Center, 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd. Ste 1020, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, 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: 3/24/2022 Last Publication: 4/21/2022 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: 01/18/2022 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 # 21CO00172-1 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. EPC202200019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 18, 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 L. PRIBBLE and NORMA IRENE PRIBBLE Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for THE MORTGAGE COMPANY, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: February 06, 2004 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 17, 2004 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 204043111 Original Principal Amount: $144,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $110,017.66 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 2, IN BLOCK 2, IN DANKENBRING’S GLENVIEW, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 401 WILHELMIA AVENUE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80904. 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, 05/18/2022, at The El Paso County Citizens Service Center, 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd. Ste 1020, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, 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: 3/24/2022 Last Publication: 4/21/2022 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: 01/18/2022 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: David R. Doughty #40042 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 20-024563 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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that MANITOU SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL will hold a Public Hearing scheduled for: TUESDAY MAY 3, 2022 @ 6:00 P.M. This will be an in person meeting. Please contact the Planning Department by phone at 685-4398 or by email at planningdept@manitouspringsco.gov with any questions and for instructions on how to participate. The meeting will ne held at City Hall at 606 Manitou Avenue. The following are the agenda items: First Reading of an Ordinance to Amend Section 17.04.050(A)(3)(e) of the Municipal Code Public Hearing and First Reading with THE CITY OF MANITOU SPRINGS, Owner, regarding a request for MODIFICATION OF HISTORIC DISTRICT BOUNDARIES of the Commercial Core Subdistrict at 10 Old Mans Road and 487 El Paso Boulevard.

NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT Notice is hereby given that final payment was made on the 17th day of February, 2022, on a contract dated September 8, 2020 between the City of Manitou Springs (Owner) and KR Swerdfeger Construction, Inc. (Contractor) for the Sanitary Sewer and Water Main Replacement on Clarksley Road and Mountainview View Road project. All persons, companies, or corporations that have furnished labor, materials, or other supplies or services used by Contractor under and in connection with said contract and whose claims have not been paid by the Contractor shall file with the Owner a verified statement of the amount due with an itemized list and unpaid on account of such a claim by May 28, 2022 (with 30 days of first publication of this Notice). Failure on the part of the claimant to file such settlement will relieve the Owner from any or all liability for such claim. First Publication: Thursday, April 21,2022 Second Publication: Thursday, April 28, 2022 Third Publication: Thursday, May 5, 2022 Fourth Publication: Thursday, May 12, 2022 Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that MANITOU SPRINGS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION will hold a Public Hearing scheduled for: WEDNESDAY May 4, 2022 @ 6:00 P.M. This will be an in-person meeting. Please contact the Planning Department by phone at 719-685-4398 or by email at planningdept@manitouspringsco.gov with any questions and for instructions on how to participate. The meeting will be held at City Hall at 606 Manitou Avenue. The following are the agenda items: Public Hearing with ROGER TREWEEKE, OWNER, regarding a request for MATERIAL CHANGE OF APPEARANCE CERTIFICATION for New Construction for MCAC 2203 at 118 Manitou Terrace.

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FELL IN LOVE WITH MANITOU? SO DID WE! Korben Mitchell Office Manager

Emily Saw yer

Broker Associate

R achel Buller Broker/Owner

Mike Farrell

Broker Associate

Skye Lewis

Broker Associate

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UNDER CONTRACT

1701 W Pikes Peak

Completely renovated Victorian 4 BD/2BA house with 2 BD/1BA cottage on a corner lot. $860,000 Contact Rachel Buller or Skye Lewis

Manitou Avenue

Land – 3,136 sq. ft. Lot / Downtown Manitou Springs / Very last infill lot on the western edge of the downtown corridor $97,000 Contact Mike Farrell

14155 Judge Orr Rd.

0 Spur Road

1141 Manitou Avenue

Residential Building Lot at Meadow Lake Airport in Falcon / 5 Acres Taxiway access from your back yard! $525,000 Contact Skye Lewis

Land – .34 acres Manitou Springs Located in the Log Cabin District $89,000 Contact Rachel Buller

Zoned commercial / 846 sq. ft. Manitou Springs West end of Manitou Ave 2 Parking spaces in front $320,000 Contact Rachel Buller or Skye Lewis

UNDER CONTRACT

SOLD!

THINKING OF SELLING

1030 S 21st Street

4130 Edwinstowe Avenue

Ask us about our locals discount!

High visibility office building, most recently a vet clinic. 1,331 SF bldg / 17,500 SF lot $450,000 Contact Skye Lewis

4 Beds / 2 Baths / 1-car Garage 2,344 sq. ft. / Colorado Springs Built in 1964 $395,000 Contact Patty Strauch or Mike Farrell

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