Dozens of people turned out for Manitou Springs’ second annual Indigenous People’s Day events on Saturday, Oct. 8, through Monday, Oct. 10. Activities included a meet-and-greet with Native dignitaries, a horseback ride with tribal members recreating a 1912 ride their ancestors took, blessings of the mineral springs, music and dancing, school activities and a potluck meal.
By William J. Dagendesh
Manitou Springs City Council voted 7-0 to approve submittal of the proposed FY 2023 budget during a special work session on Oct. 11.
According to Finance Officer Rebecca Davis, state law requires the budget officer to submit a proposed budget to the governing body, which must
then publish notice of the budget by Oct. 15. The presentation was held to satisfy state law, Davis said.
“On Oct. 1, City Council and staff had its annual retreat. The fund balance for the general operating fund was projected to be $6,689,712.00,” Davis said. “That was for the recommended budget, assuming Colorado Springs approves retail
marijuana in November, that there are no cuts, and that the mobility and parking enterprise fund remains a separate fund.”
Davis said the summary of the general fund has been updated to reflect changes that are not in
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this budget, but will be included at the first reading scheduled for Nov. 15. “These changes will reduce the ending fund balance by $212,000 to $6,477,712,” Davis said.
According to Davis, she calculated the Cog Railway payment for 2023 and that the estimate for that comes to about $600,000.
Councilor Julie Wolfe asked if the $600,000 is included in the revised budget. Davis said the city attorney advised that notes about the revenue should be included that refer to the amusement tax, also known as the excise tax.
“Since this is a refund of that, we just budget for what we believe we’re going to be able to keep. It’s not actually in there, but it’s by omission. I included the contract with those notes, and while they’re currently not in this budget, it will be included by the first reading and I plan to have that contract in here,” Davis said.
However, Wolfe wanted to know if the proposed budget indicated that City Council has appropriated the full amount it’s allowed to under that contract. Davis said yes.
“I believe council is required to vote and make a decision under the contract. And, pursuant to the court order that was entered on the lawsuit regarding the contract, I believe we need to have a vote and decide whether we’re appropriating all of that money back to the Cog, or some of it or what percent,” Wolfe said.
“I believe that is our obligation, so I would like
to see some discussion about that before the second reading of the budget so we can have an opportuni ty to discuss the pros and cons, and perhaps talk about other possible things we might want to use that money for,” Wolfe added.
The city will host a community meeting Oct. 26 with a second reading tentatively scheduled for Dec. 6.
Later, House District 18 Rep. Marc Snyder provided a legislative update preceded by a brief background on the city’s growth since the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“With re-districting last year, we fought hard to make sure Manitou Springs stays in House District 18. It’s now a north-south district, whereas before it was an east-west,” Snyder said.
“Now it goes from Garden of the Gods, the entire western part of El Paso County west of I-25 all the way down to Broadmoor Bluffs and South Academy. But really, it goes all the way down (Highway) 115 almost to the Fremont County line and then all the way west to the Teller County line.”
Snyder said it has been a pleasure serving in the House of Representatives. The former Manitou mayor was elected in 2019.
the last four years. I guess 2019 was a normal year, but it has been anything but normal. We had to make radical changes to how we did business. We added a remote component, took about a 10-week break in 2020 and about a seven-week break in 2021,” he continued.
“The first two years, 2020 and 2021, we were dominated by bills to address the negative consequences of the COVID virus, not just from a health perspective, but a business perspective. We remember when our favorite restaurants were at limited hours, no indoor seating. I’m glad we’re through most of the worst of that.”
Snyder said residents would be remiss if they don’t believe that people are still contracting and dying from COVID-19.
“But, I think we’ve gotten on and learned how to get through it with our lives. I think it would be wrong to not remember there is still a risk out there,” Snyder said.
Marc SnyderHe said the budget principles that apply to Manitou Springs are the same ones that apply at the state level, but with a lot more zeros.
“The last session in 2022 began and ended on time. That was a great sign, so there have been a lot of systemic changes in all aspects of most of our lives,” Snyder said.
“It has been a tumultuous time for all of us,
“I know the ballot measure in Colorado Springs will have a big impact on how you move forward. All the federal stimulus funds, all the billions of dollars that flowed through have been accounted for. … In a very real sense, we’re looking at a similar situation that you may be facing here less than a month from now,” Snyder said.
The election is fast approaching — it’s Tuesday, Nov. 8 — so here are some helpful tips.
If you are registered to vote and your information is current, you should automatically receive a mailed ballot. Check your registration and ensure your current address is on file at GoVoteColorado.gov.
Ballots will be mailed to registered voters between Monday, Oct. 17, and Friday, Oct. 21. If you haven’t registered by then or need to update your address, the deadline is Monday, Oct. 31.
You can register in various ways:
• Online — if you have a Colorado driver’s license, a Social Security number or an ID card from the Division of Motor Vehicles, you can register at GoVoteColorado.gov.
• By mail or email — download the registration form from the above website, complete it and send the printout to the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office. Information: clerkandrecorder. elpasoco.com/elections.
• In person — go to the county clerk’s office to obtain and file a registration form. You are
Care and Share’s free groceries distributions will continue at the Pool & Fitness Center, 202 Manitou Ave. It is a shopping experience, meaning everybody is welcome to receive as much, or as little, of groceries as they want.
Distributions take place noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays. The next date is Oct. 18, followed by Nov. 1 and 15, and Dec. 6.
In partnership with the Housing Advisory Board, the city’s Planning Department is providing $10,000 in funding toward the Energy Efficiency Rebate Program, which will give rebates to homeowners or residents via their water bills.
The funds can pay for insulation, air sealing, heat pumps, water heaters, high-efficiency toilets and irrigation equipment. This program will continue through the end of 2022, or until the budgeted amount runs out.
automatically registered, if eligible, when you receive or update your Colorado driver’s license. Or register at a voter service or polling center in El Paso County through Election Day. See tinyurl.com/EPCvotesites for locations.
they’re listed at tinyurl.com/ColoradoIDs.
Secure drop-off boxes will be open 24 hours a day from Oct. 17 through Nov. 8. Manitou’s ballot box is just east of City Hall.
You can track the status of your ballot by signing up at Colorado.ballottrax.net.
Monday, Oct. 31: voter registration deadline for a mail ballot (can register on Election Day if voting in person).
To submit your ballot, you can mail it to the County Clerk’s Office or drop it off in person at a voter service and polling center location listed on the Clerk and Recorder’s Office website.
Manitou Springs’ voter service and polling center in City Hall, 606 Manitou Ave., will be open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, and Saturday, Nov. 5, and 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, and Tuesday, Nov. 8. Bring along an acceptable form of identification;
Potential applicants must apply for a property improvement permit and have receipts of purchased equipment. Residents can retroactively apply for a rebate, as long as they follow the above rules and the fixture was purchased and installed on or after Jan. 1, 2022.
Information: bit.ly/MSRebates.
Bears are about to get very active in Colorado as they search for food before hibernating this winter. At this time, they’re likely to forage for human food, trash and fruit trees in urban areas. Their instinct to eat can overcome any fear of humans.
They can sniff out potential food sources as much as five miles away. Barbeque grills, unsecured trash and pet food can lure them into
Monday, Oct. 24-Tuesday, Nov. 8: in-person voting. Tuesday, Nov. 8: polls are open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Mailed ballots must be received by 7 p.m. (postmarks don’t count).
U.S. Senate: one seat
U.S. House: all eight seats, including one new one Governor and lieutenant governor
State Senate: 17 of 35 seats
State House: all 65 seats
cities. They have been able to open car doors when searching for food.
Manitou Springs has a strict policy about wildlife-resistant trash receptacles. Information: www.manitouspringsgov.com/437/Garbage-Refuse.
The city of Manitou Springs has partnered with Resource Central to offer free Slow the Flow sprinkler audits.
During the 75-minute evaluations, trained professionals will inspect your system. They will identify problem areas as well as perform tests to help you create the most efficient schedule for your yard.
The audits show that 99 percent of the sprinkler systems evaluated are inefficient. That not only leads to a higher water bill, but also wastes Manitou’s most precious resource: water.
This program is intended for residential properties only.
Register at resourcecentral.org/slowtheflow.
Local businesses are celebrating another month of Skeleton Craze displays. Marking Arts Month in the Pikes Peak region throughout October and concluding with El Dia de Los Muertos on Tuesday, Nov. 1, this event continues to be a great way to support local businesses and organizations in artistic endeavors and displays.
People’s Choice ballots are available at the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce, 354 Manitou Ave., and online at www.manitousprings.org. Paper ballots can be dropped off at the chamber office or at ballot boxes throughout downtown.
Kathy Minch, Sallie Knox Hall and Annie Schmitt will judge the displays based on creativity and visual impact. The winning displays will receive gift cards (TBD) in the amount of:
• $250 for first place;
• $100 for second place;
• $50 for third place; and
• $100 for People’s Choice.
Winners will be announced the first week of November. This event is sponsored by the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce, the Manitou Springs Creative Alliance and the Pikes Peak Bulletin.
Due to an unfortunate circumstance, the previously announced winning design for the Emma Crawford Coffin Races T-shirt cannot be used. The second-place design will take its place.
The winning artist is Jack Rodè, who will receive two VIP tickets to the Coffin Races on Saturday, Oct. 29, the 2022 commemorative T-shirt and $50 in Manitou Money. Information: the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce, 685-5089 or manitousprings.org/ emma-crawford-coffin-races.
Sunday Night Frights at the Museum:
Join the Heritage Center for a month of scary films. 6 p.m. Sundays. Oct. 16, “Revolt of the Zombies” (1936). Concessions available for purchase. Donations welcome. 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouspringsheritage center.org or 685-1454.
Boo at the Zoo: Safe, fun and family-friendly, this annual event welcomes kiddos of all ages to trick-or-treat booths sponsored by local organizations. As a bonus, all candy provided comes from companies that support animal conservation. $19.75, with special pricing for members, military and seniors. Pre-purchase of tickets highly encouraged. 4-8:30 p.m. Oct. 21-23 and 28-31. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road. Information and tickets: cmzoo.org or 633-9925.
Ghost Stories of Old Manitou Walking Tours: Learn the stories of real people from Manitou Springs’ history. The ghosts come back to visit, and you can witness their return. $16 advance or Heritage Center members; prices increase at the door. Children 11 and younger are free with adult. Advance tickets recommended — tours usually sell out. Tours begin at 6 p.m. Oct. 14-15, 20-22 and 27-28. Manitou Springs Heritage Center, 517 Manitou Ave. Information: www.manitouspringsheritage center.org or 685-1454.
Terror and Tease: The Champagne Cabaret
and La Burla Bee present “Terror and Tease,” a perfect blend of burlesque and theater. The narrators will take the audience on a creative retelling of classic scary stories as they are treated to adult-themed interpretations of classic characters. Burlesque performers bring a sexy twist to the Headless Horseman, Pennywise and other terrifying creatures. 21 and older. $30. 8-11 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, and Saturday, Oct. 22. Lulu’s, 107 Manitou Ave. Information: ticketweb.com, search “tales of terror and tease,” or 424-7637.
Haunted Lantern Tour: Wind your way deep inside Cave of the Winds and hear spine-chilling ghost stories, learn about unexplained phenomena and explore the true raw history of Cave of the Winds. This haunted lantern tour has extra spooky appeal for anyone looking for hair-raising fun. $45. Tours begin at 6 p.m. Fridays-Sundays through October. Also open Halloween eve. 100 Cave of the Winds Road. Information: caveofthewinds.com or 685-5444.
Cast Showing: The time-honored tradition of props, call-backs and shenanigans reigns supreme at the Iron Springs Chateau. $25. 9-11:30 p.m. Oct. 21-22 and Oct. 27-29. Iron Springs Chateau, 444 Ruxton Ave. Reservations: 685-5104 or info@ironspringschateau. com. Information: ironspringschateau.com.
Greetings from Pedestrian and Cycle Man itou (PaC-MAN)! We recently interviewed Abraham Schubarth about his experiences bicycling as transportation. Here are his responses and words of encouragement for those who would like to try cycling as transportation in our community.
How long have you lived in Manitou Springs and why did you choose to live here?
I have lived in Manitou Springs on and off for 10 years, but more recently, I have been living in my current location for almost two years.
I chose to live in Manitou Springs mainly because of the slower-paced, mountain town vibe. The people here are either health-conscious, into athletics, or are an artist of some sort. Having grown up on the westside of Colorado Springs, Manitou wasn’t too far of a move.
As an avid cyclist, I have easy access to some of the best training rides one could ever ask for.
What are the pros/cons of cycling as transportation in Manitou?
Pros: When commuting via bicycle in Manitou Springs, I feel like I have a lot of freedom. I can ride on the road, I have access to cycling paths, or I can hop off and walk my bike to my destination. There are plenty of bicycle racks to lock my bike to and parking is always free. There are also plenty of steep hills to get a good workout in as part of my ride.
Cons: The large amount of car traffic can be a bit stressful if I am in a hurry, but the slower
pace of downtown can be just right at times.
What infrastructure and/or esthetic improvement in Manitou would have the most positive impact on your cycling experience?
I think proper signage to alert drivers to the new Safety Stop law would be beneficial to me as a cyclist. (Search www.bicyclecolorado. org for “safety stop.”)
What advice would you give someone who would like to give walking or rolling as transportation in Manitou a try but doesn’t have much time or know where to start?
The best advice I would give someone who wants to try walking or rolling around Manitou would be to give yourself plenty of time to get around. If you leave plenty early, you can enjoy the trip rather than be stressed out.
If you are thinking of cycling around Manitou, visit your local bike shop to get set up with everything you need to ride safely. I would also recommend researching bike routes and trails to avoid traffic as much as possible. And, as always, hills aren’t IN the way, they ARE the way.
What do you think would increase more walking and rolling of visitors and residents in Manitou?
I think public repair stations would benefit cyclists. Since there isn’t a full-service bike shop in Manitou, repair stations would offer some cyclists peace of mind knowing that they
can fix their bike if they choose to venture into the town without their own tools.
(Note from PaC-Man: A public bike repair station is located on the south side of the 700 block of Manitou Avenue.)
What other forms of transportation do you use and what has that experience been like?
I sometimes utilize the public bus system. I really enjoy the fact that the buses have bicycle racks on the front of them for when I don’t feel like riding home. I have also rented some of the PikeRide e-bikes successful ly. The bike share programs are perfect for someone who just wants a bike for a short period of time, without having to fully invest in maintaining their own bicycle.
— Abraham Schubarth
” I feel like I have a lot of freedom.“
“This is going to be a fight.”
Those were my words to Rashaan Davis, Colorado High School Activities Association assistant commissioner, and CHSAA Hall of Fame Selection Committee chairman Bob Marken on Sept. 7. Longtime Manitou Springs football coach George Rykovich was going to take his rightful place among the great names in Colorado high school athletics history.
I was ready for this fight. Somehow, someway, I have found myself on two important hall of fame selection committees. This year marks the start of my second term on the CHSAA committee.
I also serve on the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame selection committee with legendary Colorado media names like Vic Lombardi, Ron Zappolo, Terry Frei and Drew Goodman (in my opinion, one of those things is not like the others).
The point is, I get to hear arguments multiple times a year on candidates who are deemed worthy of selection into either hall of fame.
The Colorado Sports Hall of Fame is a beast of a task. The CHSAA Hall of Fame is more my speed.
I consider my first term a failure. I brought Rykovich’s name to the attention of the committee in my first year. He got a few votes, but never really made the cut. A few more in Year 2 and about the same in Year 3. Then I was gone.
Last spring, Davis called to ask me to come
back. I had recently accepted my new job as the editor-in-chief of Colorado Preps, so he appreciated by credentials. I accepted because I had unfinished business from my first term.
Let’s fight.
In my time working for CHSAA, I had developed a deep understanding of what education al athletics are about. When it comes to coaches, I have a much better understanding than I did while in high school.
It’s not all about wins and losses, although those help. The best coaches — hall of fame- worthy coaches — are those who serve their schools every bit as much as they serve the teams they coach. The best coaches push athletes to be better than they ever thought they could be, even if those athletes aren’t playing that particular coach’s sport.
This is everything that Rykovich was about. A colleague who graduated from Manitou about the time the Mustangs won their two state titles told me that Rykovich was an advocate for kids participating in band, choir or drama during his 1971-2006 tenure.
If Rykovich doesn’t fit the profile of an educational athletics hall of famer, no one does.
Marken, a former athletics director and coach at Buena Vista, told me during our deliberations that, because he also served on the Colorado High School Coaches Association Hall of Fame committee, it was tough to distinguish between Ryko and others who had been brought before our committee.
I couldn’t give him an answer on everyone else. But Ryko is our guy. Ryko is our coach. And that’s why I was ready to fight.
I knew I’d won my fight when the man on my right, Dick Katte (the all-time winningest basketball coach in state history) looked at me and simply said, “George is a good one.”
There are countless deserving candidates who would be qualified to join the class of 2022. But Ryko was deserving too. He was instrumental for athletics in our district and community and he deserves recognition and our thanks.
So thank you, coach. Welcome to the Hall.
Former players and alumni are invited to congratulate coach Rykovich at halftime of the La Junta game on Friday, Oct. 21. Kickoff is 7 p.m. at Richardson Field.
Coach George Rykovich stands on the sidelines during a Manitou Springs High School football game.
The Antici-pation Cast Presents Rocky Horror Picture Show: Enjoy the cult classic with a talented shadow cast and your own special survival pack. This is a 16-and-older show with adult themes and content. $25 admission or $65 for a VIP experience. 7-11 p.m. Other showings available throughout the weekend and on Halloween. Lulu’s, 107 Manitou Ave. Information and tickets: jkproco.com or 460-0932.
Halloween High Tea: This fun and festive tea books fast, so be sure to register early. Cost is $50 for adults and $35 for children. Gratuity is included.
Costumes welcomed. Seatings at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Miramont Castle, 9 Capitol Hill Ave. Information: miramontcastle.org or 685-1011.
Emma Crawford Coffin Races and Festival: This much-loved event is back in full swing in Manitou Springs. Noon-6 p.m. Information: www.emma crawfordfestival.com or 685-5089.
Trunk or Treat: Join Manitou Community Church for a safe afternoon of trick-or-treating. Attendees will enjoy music, candy and fun activities. Parking is available at Manitou Springs Elementary School, 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: manitouchurch.org or 685-5525.
Discovery Center Birthday Celebration: Space Foundation Discovery Center is turning 10 years old!
Join the celebration of one decade of bringing space-themed STEAM resources to the Pikes Peak region. Food trucks, demonstrations, hands-on activities and prizes. Cost is included in regular museum admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 4435 Arrowswest Drive. Information: discoverspace.org or 576-8000.
Native Seed Share: Collect native Colorado seeds during the second annual seed swap at the Garden of the Gods Visitor Center. You do not need seeds to attend. Clearly labeled, native seeds only. No vegetables, herbs or
mystery seeds. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 1805 N. 30th St. Information: gardenofgods.com or 634-6666.
Homeschool Day at Rock Ledge Ranch: Enjoy a self-guided tour of the historic site. Guests can explore the displays and demonstrations, check out the petting zoo and learn about farming and other activities. $4. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 3105 Gateway Road. Information: rockledgeranch.com or 578-6777.
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
What the Manitou Springs football team saw on Oct. 7 was a team dedicated to competing for a state championship. The only problem was that team stood on the visiting sideline.
Florence rolled into town and struck fast and often to get a 60-0 win over the Mustangs (3-3 overall, 0-2 Tri-Peaks).
“It’s all about becoming bigger, faster and stronger,” coach Stu Jeck said. “We have good athletes and kids that can think well, but whoever was at that game on Friday, they saw a team that was bigger, faster and stronger in every spot.”
He also pointed out that the Huskies were a much older team.
Jeck hasn’t been shy to hide his excitement about the freshman and sophomore class, and as much as he has worked to build a foundation within the program, youth can still put any team at a disadvantage.
It wouldn’t be a surprise to see Manitou make some changes,
Nate Gentzel passes during the Mustangs’ Sept. 30 game. Jarrin Hall and Ashur Lavigne are in the background.
specifically on the offensive side of the ball. When competing against a team in Florence that will make noise in the Class 2A playoffs, weaknesses can certainly be spotlighted.
“We’re going to play like we should play rather than how people want us to play,” quarterback Nate Gentzel said. “We’re not that big so
we’re just going to have to get our athletes in space and let our offense do what it should.”
The schedule doesn’t get any easier for the Mustangs; they travel to Alamosa this week to take on the Mean Moose. It will be Manitou’s last road game of the year before hosting La Junta and Lamar in the season’s final two weeks.
For the third time in a row, Manitou Springs has a Tri-Peaks League cross-country champion. Keeping tradition alive after Henry Ilyasova won two straight league titles, Cody Kelley was the first runner across the finish line at Monument Valley Park on Oct. 7.
His time of 16 minutes, 3.93 seconds gave him the league crown and helped the Mustangs finish second as a team, behind only Salida. Nine teams competed.
“This gave me a whole lot of confidence,” Kelley said. “I haven’t run a lot of races and I’ve fallen short of that first position a couple of times. This is the first race this season that I’ve won, and it’s a big one.”
The whole day provided encouragement for both the boys and the girls teams. Cody Wyman (17:00.27) finished in the top 15, which also gave him all-league honors and Bennett Gauvin (17:11.41), Lairden Rogge (18:14.24) and Daniel Parker (19:05.72) all set personal records by at least 35 seconds.
The story was similar for the girls. Gaia Drotar (22:33.08), Ellen Lowe (22:52.18) and Rylynne Murphy
Skillen (25:00.2) all broke their PRs by more than a minute.
“The girls had about as close to a complete race as you can get,” coach Andy Sherwood said. “They were firing on all cylinders. I was really happy with what the girls did.”
The Mustangs now get some time to recover and train ahead of regionals, which will also take place at Monument Valley Park.
At this point, the key to their training plan is that there has been a consistent message and plan all season. The competition was less frequent, but the results have been trending in the right direction since the season began.
The hope is that by the time regionals roll around, the Mustangs will be making their best times of the year.
“We’re on pace to hit (our peak) at the right time,” Kelley said. “I don’t think leagues was a true test to see what this team is all about.”
That test should come at regionals and the Mustangs plan on passing that test with flying colors.
Courtesy photo
Coach Judy Barnett and her husband, Jack.
The 22nd Annual Colorado Springs Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2022 will be formally honored and inducted on Tuesday, Oct. 25, at The Broadmoor World Arena. The banquet and induction ceremony will begin with a reception at 5 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m.
The 2022 induction class includes Judy Barnett, longtime Manitou Springs High School volleyball coach.
Ticket prices are $2,000 for a patron table of 10 seats and $200 for a patron seat. They’re available at www. coloradospringssports.org/coloradosprings-sports-hall-of-fame.
Cassidy Blechman (volleyball):
Had four aces in the three-set win over La Junta on Oct. 6.
Bowman Hall (boys soccer): Scored the game winner in overtime as Manitou beat Lamar 2-1 on Tuesday, Oct. 11.
Gaia Drotar (cross-country): Her 22:33.08 placed her 26th in the league and was a personal record for her in competition.
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Heading into league play, the Manitou Springs boys soccer team shifted its mentality to focus on the production of the back line to keep their opponents’ goals off the scoreboard. That’s why the start to the 4-3 loss to Salida on Oct. 6 was so stunning.
The Mustangs found themselves down two goals in the blink of an eye and 4-0 in the last 40 minutes.
“It was a shocker for all of us,” coach Ben Mack. “It’s just one of those things that when it happens in a game — and it’s the exact opposite of what we wanted to happen — it makes things way more wide open and changed our strategy completely.”
But this group found a way to battle back. Goals from Evan Yount, Graham Beckum and Bryan Bourgeois got Manitou back into the game. Yount even had a penalty kick opportunity that would have pulled the Mustangs (7-3-1 overall, 1-1 Tri-Peaks) even with the Spartans.
But the shot ricocheted off the crossbar and the Salida keeper swatted away the follow-up.
While trying to look at the positives of the result, the fact that the Mustangs were down 4-0 and battled back to make it a one-goal game was definitely encouraging and something the players hope they can build on.
“We’ve done that a few times and pushed through,” Yount said. “We’ve gotten down and brought it back to within a goal and almost tied it. Doing that has definitely shown us that we are
Bowman Hall controls the ball during Manitou’s 2-1 win over Lamar on Oct. 11. Hall scored the game winner 33 seconds into overtime.
capable of winning those games.”
It’s even better when they don’t have to battle back. Yount scored in the 40th minute to give Manitou a 1-0 lead over Lamar on Tuesday. His shot in overtime slammed off the crossbar where Bowman Hall was waiting to head it in to get the win over the Thunder.
The Mustangs don’t have a lot of time to rest as they head to Woodland Park on Thursday, Oct. 13, for another league battle. With every game for the next two weeks taking on added importance, the Mustangs know they have to go out and get as many favorable results as they can.
“We have to win some games, baby,” Mack said.
Trading wins and losses is not how the Manitou Springs volleyball team plans on finishing out the year. The Mustangs (10-8 overall, 4-4 Tri-Peaks) got a three-set win at La Junta on Oct. 6 before returning home to be swept by James Irwin on Monday, Oct. 10.
The team is battling several issues: A key one has been players remaining healthy. Coach Crissy Leonhardt has had to adjust lineups to account for players who are missing spots of time because of some nagging issues.
A player like McKesson Rhodes hasn’t seen a lot of varsity time this year, but was on the floor for a lot of the 25-22, 28-26, 25-15 loss to the Jaguars.
While trying to figure out how this team will be shaping up when the postseason rolls around, Leonhardt is proud of the way Rhodes and others in similar spots have taken on the challenge of pushing this team forward.
“We need them to keep doing exactly what they’re
doing,” Leonhardt said. “They’re doing a phenomenal job of stepping in and stepping up and really filling in that gap as best they can.”
Sometimes the results just don’t go in Manitou’s favor. With just five games remaining in the regular season, every contest had added importance.
The Mustangs are trying to figure out the elements of their game that have led to wins and trying to replicate those elements. A lot of times it seems to come down to the interaction as a team.
“When we get down on ourselves, our play dips down,” Teryn Thime said. “We have a lot of skill but sometimes we don’t work well as a team. Our communication is off at times.
Thime led the Mustangs with eight kills in the win over La Junta. That victory was an example of the Mustangs functioning well as a unit and it’s something they’ll try to keep consistent over the next few weeks.
Friday, Oct. 14
Football: At Alamosa, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 15
Boys soccer: Pagosa Springs at Manitou, 1 p.m.
Boys soccer: Atlas Prep at Manitou, 6 p.m.
Girls volleyball: CSCS at Manitou, 6 p.m.
Boys soccer: at James Irwin, 7 p.m.
Cross-country: Regionals at Monument Valley Park, TBA
Football: La Junta at Manitou, 7 p.m.
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We are capable of winning those games.
— Evan Yount
They’re doing a phenomenal job.
— Crissy Leonhardt
On Sept. 23, after mixed feedback from more than 50 respondents earlier in the month about K8e Orr and Joel Newmiller’s first set of proposed murals for the Hiawatha Gardens building, Creative Alliance Manitou Springs presented new design options and another brief survey to Manitou residents and business owners.
The second survey was promoted in the Bulletin’s Oct. 1 issue and through Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, targeting social media users in Manitou Springs. Posters were placed at City Hall
and the Chamber of Commerce to encourage phone-in voting and more awareness of the project.
By noon Tuesday, Oct. 5, the survey received 166 responses.
Of those, 117 (70.5 percent) voted for Option 1; 44 (26.5 percent) voted for Option 2; three people voted for “No Art Installation”; and two people selected the “Don’t Know” option. A
Yermande!: Join Colorado College dance instructor and Senegalese artist Dallo Fall for an afternoon of Senegalese music, dance and cuisine. Proceeds benefit yermande.org, which promotes environmental and economic sustainability in Senegal. $35 per person. 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861.
Big Loud Silent Auction: The Big Loud Silent Auction is the Manitou Art Center’s signature fundraising event. Featuring works from local and regional artists (who receive 50 percent of the proceeds of sales), the BLSA is your opportunity to support the MAC and acquire original art. Auction runs through Monday, Oct. 31. Virtual and in-person bidding. 513 Manitou Ave. Information: manitoumade.com or 685-1861.
Poetry. Drinks. Music.: The event begins with a poetry workshop, with facilitators covering writing techniques and offering guidance on how to write a spontaneous poem. During the second half of the evening, Becoming // Poetry poets will offer custom typewriter poetry while guests enjoy drinks at the bar and live music. 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861.
Sign Painting with SK Designs: Join Sandy and Kathy of SK Designs to paint a decorative 12-inch-round sign. All materials provided. Registration only. Noon Saturday, Oct. 22. Manitou Springs Library, 515 Manitou Ave. information: ppld.org/programs or 531-6333, ext. 7004.
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 p.m. on third or fourth Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays, at the Manitou Art Center. Apply at tinyurl.com/esmdcc3c.
“Art in the Stars”: Space ignites a desire to learn and generates a passion to explore that rises above any boundaries of race, nationality, creed or culture. “Art in the Stars” participants are challenged to create and submit original artwork. Students are encouraged to consider the diverse historical figures who broke boundaries to become a “first” or blazed trails for those who came after them. Acceptable formats include drawings, paintings, mixed media and digital media pieces. Only teachers, parents or legal guardians older than 18 may register to submit artwork on behalf of the artists. All entries must be submitted through ArtShowcase.SpaceFoundation.org.
Manitou Springs Photo Contest: In recognition of October being Arts Month, the city of Manitou Springs will host its annual photo contest. This year’s theme is “city life and who we are.” All photos are welcome and should be square or horizontal. First place is $200 in Manitou money. Deadline is 11:59 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Information: bit.ly/ MSPhotoContest.
2023 Manitou Visitors’ Guide: The Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce invites all community members, artists and graphic designers to submit their best cover art designs for a chance to be the featured artist on the official 2023 Manitou Springs Visitors’ Guide. The deadline for entry is Tuesday, Nov. 1. Any art submitted must depict Manitou and be a high-resolution digital file. Please send submissions with the subject line “2023 Visitor’s Guide Cover” to briana@manitouchamber.com. Information: manitousprings.org or 685-5089.
Green Box Artist in Residency: Green Box is accepting artist-in-residency proposals. Green Box provides time and space to resident artists to develop and/or create new work. Deliverables for each residency will be provided on a case-by-case basis. In general, residencies are one month long and include a generous stipend and housing in “The Shed,” Green Box’s dedicated artist housing. Submit your residency application at greenboxarts.org by Friday, Oct. 14. Information: greenboxarts.org or 465-3065.
total of 116 respondents (70 percent) reported 80829 as their home ZIP code.
“Our conclusion, based on the resoundingly positive feedback, is that the Manitou Springs community strongly prefers Option 1 to the other options, including no artwork at all,” said Becca Sickbert, Creative Alliance executive director.
“Work on the mural will begin as soon as the artists’ schedule and weather permits.”
To volunteer for the project or to read more about it, please visit manitouspringscd.org/openstreets.
2022 PPAC Microgrants: The Pikes Peak Arts Council will award $250 microgrants February-September (one each month). To be considered for a microgrant, please complete the application by the first of the month. PPAC also will award two $500 microgrants in October. These funds can be used for projects or supplies needed for visual or performing arts. Apply at www. pikespeakartscouncil.org.
RMFI Photo Contest: The Rocky Mountain Field Institute will begin accepting photography submissions for “Nature!” on Tuesday, Nov. 1. Submit your entries via email to contest@rmfi.org. All files must be a minimum of 300 dpi. Please indicate which category each of your entries will represent: restoration, mountains, flora/fauna or interaction. $10 donation per entry or three entries for $25. Winning works will be displayed around town and win a prize from the contest’s sponsors. Information: www. rmfi.org/photocontest or 471-7736.
“Rocky Railways: Tylan Troyer and Maggie Quinn share Commonwheel Artists Co-op gallery for the month of October. Commonwheel Artists Co-op, 102 Cañon Ave. Information: commonwheel.com or 685-1008.
Al B Johnson: Enjoy the artist’s vibrant, colorful work. Johnson shares a 12-year body of work exhibiting his love of color and his fondness for algorithmic representations. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. Information: www. manitouartcenter.org or 685-1861.
“Manitou Bottles and Bottling Plants”: In the early 1900s, Manitou Springs was the capital of bottled mineral water. Learn about the mystery of the town’s “effervescent and healthful mineral spring waters” and see the world-famous Ute Chief Gusher Bottle and other colorful bottles that helped put Manitou Springs on the world map. Manitou Springs Heritage Center and Museum, 517 Manitou Ave. Information: manitouspringsheritagecenter. 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.
An unusual event is coming soon to Bear Creek Nature Center, just in time for Halloween.
“Ghost Fish: The Legend of the Lake,” is slated for Saturday, Oct. 22.
Billed as an “interactive theater hike,” the production is designed for elementary-age children and their families, and it features whimsical and magical characters – mermaids, pirates, puppets, magicians and a fish that makes wishes come true.
Audiences numbering 15 people or fewer will move from scene to scene along the nature center trails while the actors in each scene will remain in place, greeting a new audience every 15 minutes. Shows run for approximately one hour.
Created by Melissa and Stephen O’Rear when they founded Theatre Across Borders two years ago, “Ghost Fish” is the second of the theater company’s productions. The first, “Magic of the Marsh,” was staged in 2020.
That show proved so successful (tickets sold out before it opened) that the couple decided to continue developing the show model this year. The new production is scheduled to come to the Bear Creek Nature Center after a two-week run at Fountain Creek Nature Center.
The decision to create a theatrical interactive nature hike was made in 2020 when COVID-19 was spreading throughout the country, Melissa O’Rear said.
‘The pandemic was underway and theater productions were being forced to shut down. Indoor gatherings of people were severely
purposely focuses on young children and their families.
“Theater can be highly instrumental in teaching life skills to children, skills that include teamwork, creative thinking, taking risks and developing confidence,” she said.
“Ghost Fish” employs the talents of 14 actors from cities along the Front Range who auditioned for their roles.
“Sections of the story were written to specifically include the skills of some of the cast members,” she said. “For instance, one of the actors, Julie Talty, is a stilt walker, so we wrote a part for her as the Sun. Cindi Parr does magic tricks so we included a circus theme.”
Other members of the cast and production crew include puppeteer Katy Williams, who helped co-direct the show and operates the Ghost Fish, and Ryan Wilkes, who performs in costume as a sea monster.
“There’s something for everyone,” O’Rear said.
She went on to explain that props for the show were purposely kept to a minimum, and the actors will use the nature settings to help tell their stories.
limited, and masks were everywhere. We asked ourselves, “How can we get people, especially children and families, outdoors and in small groups to watch a show?’ It was a tough environment for the theater community.”
However, after the couple forged an agreement with the
county’s nature centers, the show went on.
Melissa, who holds a master’s degree in educational theater from New York University and currently teaches art integration to elementary education majors at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, said the show
Theatre Across Borders also will collaborate with Colorado Springs School District 11 this year for a project titled “Science to Stage.” Fifth-graders will give input about a scientific subject and a play will be written for professional actors to perform for district elementary students.
“Our partnership with D-11 has been really strong, and we hope to expand into other districts in the future,” O’Rear said.
Pre-register for “Ghost Fish: The Legend of the Lake” on Oct. 22 at Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road, at www.theatreacrossborders.com/ghost-fish. Tickets are $15: children younger than 2 free. Times slots available every 15 minutes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a maximum of 15 people in each group. In case of inclement weather, the show will be presented at a later date.
“Theater can be highly instrumental in teaching life skills to children.”
— Melissa O’RearCompiled by Rhonda Van Pelt
At 0730 hours, a Manitou Springs Police officer contacted a person trespassing in the 3400 block of West Colorado Ave. The suspect was wanted on a local felony and was booked into the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center on multiple warrants.
MSPD officers were in the 3700 block of West Colorado Avenue and contacted a wanted person during a traffic stop at 1023 hours. The suspect, who had a local misdemeanor warrant,
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A cold theft was reported at a business in the 00 block of Manitou Avenue. The suspects are being identified.
Officers responded to a traffic accident with injuries between a bicyclist and a pedestrian in the 600 block of Manitou Avenue.
Found property was secured for safekeeping in the police station.
A traffic accident with vehicle damage occurred near Manitou Avenue and Beckers Lane. No one was injured. One driver was cited and released.
MSPD stopped a vehicle near westbound U.S. Highway 24 and Cave of the Winds Road. The driver had a substantial amount of amphetamines and a local misdemeanor warrant; the suspect was taken into custody and booked into CJC.
An officer observed a man with a crowbar trying to break into an abandoned motel in the 100 block of Manitou Avenue. He initially left after officers ordered him to stay, but later
returned to the scene, then fled on a bicycle. MSPD apprehended the man and charged him with possessing narcotics equipment, trespassing, burglary and obstructing police.
Police responded to a disturbance in the 100 block of Pawnee Avenue, where a fight appeared to have occurred. No charges were filed, but a case report was taken to document the incident.
An unattended death occurred in the 200 block of Manitou Avenue. A man had recently died of cardiac arrest. MSPD investigated and determined it was not suspicious.
Officers stopped a vehicle in the 100 block of Crystal Hills Boulevard at 2230 hours. The vehicle had no visible registration and the driver’s license had been revoked. The vehicle was towed to a local lot.
At 0100 hours, MSPD contacted a suspicious vehicle in the 3100 block of West Colorado Avenue, then found several forged checks and drug paraphernalia inside. One occupant was arrested and booked into CJC.
Officers contacted a man with multiple local warrants in the 00 block of Manitou Avenue. While searching him, they found drug paraphernalia and controlled substances; he was cited for possession and transported to CJC.
MSPD responded to a report of cold vehicle theft in the 400 block of Manitou Avenue. Officers investigated, but were unable to obtain any suspect information. Later, the Colorado Springs Police Department recovered the vehicle during a separate incident.
Officers stopped a vehicle being driven without headlights and left of the center line. The driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and was arrested and issued a summons.
MSPD contacted a person for trespassing in the 3400 block of West Colorado Avenue. The suspect had a local felony warrant and was taken to CJC.
Officers responded to a traffic accident near West Colorado Avenue and 31st Street after learning about it from a passerby about 90 minutes after it happened. CSPD was unable to respond, so MSPD took on the case.
POSTMASTER:
The trial of former Manitou Springs High school teacher Matthew Barton, accused of sexual assault on a student, has been postponed to Wednesday, Oct. 12, according to the Colorado Judicial Branch’s online docket. Barton, 53, was arrested in January 2022 for having sexual relations with a 14-year-old sophomore student that began in 2007, according to court records. The relationship turned sexual when the student turned 15 years old.
On Monday, Oct. 17, and Tuesday, Oct. 18, a contractor will mill and pave Cañon Avenue from Manitou Avenue to Park Avenue.
During those days, no on-street parking will be available on Cañon Avenue, but one lane of through traffic will be maintained at all times. Access to the Cañon Avenue parking lot will be available throughout this construction.
Please drive carefully through this area during construction; crews will be working in the street.
Armadillo Ranch, Dustbowl Refugees, 8 p.m.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Crystal and the Curious, 6 p.m.
Kinfolks, A Carpenter’s Daughter, 8 p.m.
Manitou Winery, Desi Knight, 5:30 p.m.
Thunder & Buttons, Alex Eisenberg, 7 p.m.
Armadillo Ranch, Jake Loggins Band, 8 p.m.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Last Patrol, 7 p.m.
Kinfolks, Matt Mineer & Glenn Evans, 8 p.m.
Lulu’s, The Sugar Sounds, 8 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, The Brandon Henderson Duo, 8 p.m.
Thunder & Buttons, Deryk Cunningham, 7 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, McCall’s Duo, 6 p.m.
Armadillo Ranch, Hot Boots Dance Band, 2 p.m.
Lulu’s, International Blues Challenge, 1 p.m.
Mother Muffs, Blue Frog Jam Band, 11 a.m. Trails End, open bluegrass jam, 3 p.m.
Armadillo Ranch, Adam Gang & Quartet Jazz Jam, 6 p.m.
CK Comics, open mic, 8 p.m.
Thunder & Buttons, open mic, 7 p.m.
Armadillo Ranch, karaoke, 9 p.m.
Jives Coffee Lounge, folk jam, 7 p.m.
Lulu’s, Makaya McCraven, 8 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, karaoke, 8 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, Sapphires Garden, 5 p.m.
Front Range Barbeque, Tribe, 6:30 p.m.
Jives Coffee Lounge, Over-Prepared Open Mic, 5:30 p.m.
Kinfolks, open mic, 7:30 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, Dave Cowart, 4 p.m.
Jives Coffee Lounge, Irish music series, 7:30 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, karaoke, 9 p.m.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Concrete Couch Band, 6 p.m.
Lulu’s, Handsome Jack, 8 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, Emily Navarro, 6 p.m.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Eternal Temples, 7 p.m.
Lulu’s, The Lowest Pair, 8 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, Ben Younger, 8 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, Deryk Cunningham, 6 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.m.
Armadillo Ranch, karaoke, 9 p.m.
Jives Coffee Lounge, folk jam, 7 p.m.
Heuser & Heuser law firm is dedicated not only to protecting the legal interests of Colorado residents, but also supporting the community’s young people.
Applications are being accepted for a scholarship that will support three students in their educational journeys and help them be a force for positive change in the world.
Scholarships will be awarded as follows:
first place — $3,000; second place — $2,000; and third place — $1,000.
Digital entries will not be accepted. Mail hard-copy entries to 625 N. Cascade Ave., Suite 300, Colorado Springs 80903, attn.: Emily Higgins.
All entrants must be Colorado high school seniors who will be attending college, trade school or joining the military after high school.
In the United States, freedom of speech is protected by law. However, this freedom can be a double-edged sword, meaning that although we are free to enjoy this principle, the freedom of speech can also have consequences. In 1,000 words or fewer, describe what this means for you.
• Dec. 15 — Application deadline. Submissions postmarked after this date will not be accepted.
• Jan. 16, 2023 — The three winners will be notified.
Information: 719-419-9634.
Lulu’s, Margo Cilker with Patrick Dethlefs, 8 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, karaoke, 8 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, open mic, 9 p.m.
Front Range Barbeque, Begley, Mock & Murphy, 6:30 p.m.
Kinfolks, open mic, 7:30 p.m.
Jives Coffee Lounge, Irish music series, 7:30 p.m.
Lulu’s, Volores with Egoista, 8 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, karaoke, 9 p.m.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Logan LaValley & Coronation, 6 p.m.
Lulu’s, Head for the Hills with Humbird, 8 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, Clay Cutler, 6 p.m.
Front Range Barbeque, Harry Mo & The CRU, 6:30 p.m.
Lulu’s, Pleasure Prince, Good Looks, Immigrant’s Child, 8 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, Last Patrol, 8 p.m.
Townhouse Sports Grill, Sealock & German, 6 p.m.
Mother Muff’s, brunch jam, 11 a.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.
Manitou Springs Real Estate LLC is sponsoring its annual Warm Clothing Drive. Clean, gently used winter clothing such as coats, sweaters, hats, mittens, scarves and boots will be accepted through Friday, Dec. 2.
All sizes are accepted, but there is a heightened need this year for men’s shoes, boots, socks and gloves. Please drop off donations at the MSRE office, 727 Manitou Ave., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays, or call 685-0220 to have someone come pick it up.
MSRE staff will give away the clothing in front of the office 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Hot chocolate, hot cider and popcorn will be served.
All items will be given away for free to anyone — no questions asked.
Help K8e Orr and Joel Newmiller as they work on a temporary mural for the west side of the historic building on Old Man’s Trail. Information and to sign up: manitouspringscd.org/ openstreets-openarts.
The Historic Preservation Commission needs two regular members and two alternates; the Housing Advisory Board needs three regular members and two alternates; the Park and Recreation Advisory Board needs one alternate; the Planning Commission needs one alternate; and the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage board needs one alternate. To apply, submit an application form (available at tinyurl.com/jb9fyz9e), a letter of interest and a resume and/or statement of qualifications to City Clerk, 606 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs 80829 or to cityclerk@manitouspringsco.gov. Information: tinyurl.com/ Manitou-boards-commissions.
The Friends of Red Rock Canyon advocacy group is seeking volunteer experts to present RRC-related topics during Talk and Walk programs. Email friends@ redrockcanyonopenspace.org or call David at 719-685-4792. Also, the city of Colorado Springs is organizing volunteer work days on second Saturdays through October. They start at 8 a.m. and last four to six hours. Sign up to receive news about volunteer activities at redrockcanyonopenspace.org/ volunteer.
People who are familiar with the area and like helping others are needed to assist at the chamber. Information: 685-5089.
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. manitouspringsheritagecenter.org or 685-1454.
People with computer skills, history re-enactors (actors), bookstore help and general help at events are needed. Stop by 1 S. 24th St. or call 719-636-1225 and leave a message for Director Barb Sweat. Information: occhs.org.
Interested in serving on a citizen’s group to collaborate with Manitou Springs City Council and the Pikes Peak Library District to help ensure the Manitou library stays a Carnegie library for next 100 years? If so, please send your name and contact information to preserveMScarnegie@gmail.com.
The Trails and Open Space Coalition is managing this effort to enhance experiences in local parks by providing environmental education, promoting safety and acting as the “eyes and ears” about what happens there. Training is provided. Information: www.trailsandopenspaces.org/ get-involved/programs.
People to help with the office, worship services and pantry are all needed and welcomed. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: 685-5255.
Send complete information about volunteer needs to editor@ pikespeakbulletin.com.
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CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200430
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 12, 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): Billie C. Turner and Louise M. Turner
Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for CLEARPATH LENDING, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION
Date of Deed of Trust: February 06, 2020
County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 20, 2020
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 220023809
Original Principal Amount: $163,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $163,000.00
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 69 IN STRATMOOR SOUTH SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 3, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO
Also known by street and number as: 4445 Millburn Drive, 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, 11/09/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 9/15/2022
Last Publication: 10/13/2022
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: 07/12/2022
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: Heather Deere #28597
Watkins & Mann, P.C.
355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO11530
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. EPC202200436
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On July 12, 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): Wade W. Baxter
Original Beneficiary(ies):
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for GreenPoint Mortgage Funding, Inc., its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. Bank NA, successor trustee to Bank of America, NA, successor in interest to LaSalle Bank NA, as trustee, on behalf of the holders of the Washington Mutual Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, WMALT Series 2006-3
Date of Deed of Trust: January 17, 2006
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: January 23, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 206009488
Original Principal Amount: $247,200.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $259,828.98
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.
Lots 14, 15 and 16, Block 47, Thompson’s Resubdivision of Blocks 46, 47, 50, 52, 53 and 54 and Block 49, except the northerly 10 feet of Lot 3 and Block 51, except Lot 5, Town of Palmer Lake, County of El Paso, State of Colorado.
**This loan has been modified by a Home Affordable Modification Agreement having an effective date of February 1, 2016.
Also known by street and number as: 400 Thompson Place, Palmer Lake, CO 80133.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 11/09/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items
allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 9/15/2022
Last Publication: 10/13/2022
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: 07/12/2022
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:
Heather Deere #28597
Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO10696
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. EPC202200451
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 19, 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): Julie Day Original Beneficiary(ies): KeyBank National Association
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: KeyBank, NA Date of Deed of Trust: July 28, 2004
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: August 02, 2004 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 204129291
Original Principal Amount: $23,500.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $20,235.00
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 18, BLOCK 25, PARK HILL SUBDIVISION NO. 4, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 3656 Brentwood Ter, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby
Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 11/16/2022, at
via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 9/22/2022
Last Publication: 10/20/2022
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: 07/19/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755
McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230 Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122
Attorney File # CO-22-937486-LL
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE
SALE NO. EPC202200455
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On July 19, 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): Baldomero Cantu IV and Xochiquetzal O. Cantu
Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for New Day Financial, LLC, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: New Day Financial, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: January 31, 2020
County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 07, 2020
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 220018015
Original Principal Amount: $330,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $319,966.16
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 SPRING CREEK TRADITIONAL NEIGHBORHOOD FILING NO. 1, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 2254 Saint Paul Drive, Colorado
Springs, CO 80910-3208.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby
Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 11/16/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 9/22/2022
Last Publication: 10/20/2022
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: 07/19/2022
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 # CO11728
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. EPC202200467
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On July 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): BURNEST JOHNSON
Original Beneficiary(ies):
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS OF COLORADO, LLC, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Servis One, Inc. DBA BSI Financial Services
Date of Deed of Trust: May 19, 2020
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 26, 2020
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 220071376
Original Principal Amount: $217,675.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $212,594.09
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the
covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 3, BLOCK 18, STRATTON MEADOWS SUBDIVISION NO. 5, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO
Also known by street and number as: 1051 Montrose Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 11/23/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 9/29/2022
Last Publication: 10/27/2022
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: 07/26/2022
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:
Amanda Ferguson #44893
Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO11488
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200470
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 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): ALEJANDRO X ALANIS
Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for FINANCE OF AMERICA MORTGAGE LLC, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY
Date of Deed of Trust: November 18, 2020
County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: November 19, 2020
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 220188376
Original Principal Amount: $223,870.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $218,515.87
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 89, THE BLUFFS AT SPRING CREEK FILING NO. 1A, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 2718 BROOKSEDGE VIEW, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 11/23/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 9/29/2022
Last Publication: 10/27/2022
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: 07/26/2022
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: David R. Doughty #40042
JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400
Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 22-028048
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.
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BY BILLY BRATTON
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200471
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 2, 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): ELLEN B ELLIOTTOriginal Beneficiary(ies): COUNTRYWIDE FUNDING CORPORATION
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANKUNITED N.A.
Date of Deed of Trust: August 25, 1992
County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: August 27, 1992
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 002190970
Original Principal Amount: $68,275.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $15,797.93
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.
LOTS 2 AND 3, IN BLOCK B, IN HILLTOP ADDITION, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 846 MANITOU BLVD, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80904.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 11/30/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 10/6/2022
Last Publication: 11/3/2022
Name of Publication:
Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 08/02/2022
Mark Lowderman, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado
By: Mark Lowderman, Treasurer and Public TrusteeThe name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David R. Doughty
JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 19-023302
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.
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COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC202200482
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On August 2, 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): CARLOS A MENCHACA JR
Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for CITYWIDE HOME LOANS, LLC, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY
Date of Deed of Trust: September 09, 2019
County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 13, 2019 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 219111001
Original Principal Amount: $232,939.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $203,622.78
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 14, IN BLOCK 4, PIKES PEAK PARK SUBDIVISION NO. 7, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
APN #: 64272-09-020
Also known by street and number as: 1612 SHENANDOAH, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 11/30/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 10/6/2022
Last Publication: 11/3/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/02/2022
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 # 22-028071
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. EPC202200488
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On August 2, 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): DONALD W THOMAS
Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust: April 13, 2021
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 29, 2021
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 221085709
Original Principal Amount: $247,755.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $243,379.89
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 28, BLOCK 4, PIKES PEAK PARK, SUBDIVISION. NO. 5 IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 1130 CAPULIN DR, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 11/30/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 10/6/2022
Last Publication: 11/3/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/02/2022
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 # 00000009551326
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. EPC202200489
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On August 9, 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):
LEE BARNES, III AND KIMBERLY J. BARNES
Original Beneficiary(ies):
FT MORTGAGE COMPANIES D/B/A SUNBELT NATIONAL MORTGAGE
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt:
MIDFIRST BANK
Date of Deed of Trust: October 07, 1998
County of Recording: El Paso
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 15, 1998
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 098149419
Original Principal Amount: $176,997.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $83,998.56
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 34 IN SIERRA RIDGE FILING NO. 2, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 4855 POLE PLANT DRIVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80918.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby
Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 12/07/2022, at via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 10/13/2022
Last Publication: 11/10/2022
Name of Publication: Pikes Peak Bulletin
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 08/09/2022
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 # 22-028132
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
(Pursuant to CRS 29-1-106)
Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the City of Manitou Springs for the ensuing year of 2023; a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the Finance Department Office of the City of Manitou Springs, where the same is open for public inspection; such proposed budget will be considered on first reading at a meeting of the Manitou Springs City Council on November 15, 2022 at 6:00 p.m., and a public hearing held on December 6, 2022, with final adoption anticipated that same meeting.
Any interested elector of the City of Manitou Springs may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget.
City of Manitou Springs 606 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs CO 80829
Publication Date: October 13, 2022
Published in Pikes Peak Bulletin
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed 2023 budget has been presented to the Board of Directors of the Manitou Springs Metropolitan District. The budget is available for public inspection and comment at the offices of the City Finance Director, 606 Manitou Avenue, Monday - Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Any interested elector of the District may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget. A public hearing on the budget will be held at the meeting of the Board of Directors on November 9, 2022, at 3:30 p.m. by remote access via Zoom. Meeting participation link will be provided on the City’s website: https://www. manitouspringsgov.com/225/_ Metropolitan-Parking-District-METRO. /s/ Elena Krebs, Deputy City Clerk
Publication Date: October 13, 2022
Published in Pikes Peak Bulletin
(Pursuant to 29-1-106, C.R.S.)
Notice is hereby given that two budgets have been submitted to the Crystal Park Metropolitan District for consideration at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors: The first is a proposal to change the current 2022 Budget; the second is a proposal for next year’s 2023 Budget. Both proposed budgets are posted at www.crystalparkvfd.org/metro/notice. htm for your review.
The next regular Board of Directors meeting will be held November 2, 2022 at the Crystal Park Fire Station, 496 Palmer Trail, Manitou Springs, CO at 6:00 p.m. Any interested elector of the Crystal Park Metropolitan District may inspect the proposed budgets and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to their final adoption.
Published: October 13, 2022
Published in Pikes Peak Bulletin
