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Serving Rio Bllanco County,, Collorado Since 1885 Vol. 124, Number 37 • April 23, 2009 HHeerraallddHome of Bernie and Anne GanTtTt iimmeess www.theheraldtimes.com • 50 cents CNCC RECOGNIZES PEGGY RECTOR FOR HER 18-year-old On second thought, TIRELESS EFFORTS ON dies in drug Williams agrees to BEHALF OF THE COLLEGE overdose BY JEFF BURKHEAD SSUUPPEERR STAFF WRITER be superintendent [email protected] BY JEFF BURKHEAD However, RANGELY — An 18-year-old STAFF WRITER everything former Rangely resident died of [email protected] happened so an overdose last weekend after a fast, he said of night of heavy partying at a RANGELY — The second SUPPORTER rural cabin between Rangely the job offer, SUPPORTER time around, Rangely’s School that he wasn’t and Meeker. Board got its man. sure, at first, Austin Stoner, who had been After declining the initial job about making living most recently in Loma, offer, Barry Williams, principal the move. was found unresponsive shortly of an elementary school in west - “The turn - after 10 last Sunday morning by ern Virginia has accepted an around time friends who called for help. offer to become superintendent Dr. Barry was so fast,” “They told us they found for the Rangely School District, Williams Williams said him unresponsive, cold to the replacing Dwayne Newman, Monday dur - touch and not breathing,” said who resigned in January. ing a phone interview. “I didn’t Sgt. Roy Kinney, an investigator Williams’ start date is July 1. have the time to get everything with the Rio Blanco County “I’m really excited,” said squared away. But with a little Sheriff’s Office in Rangely. Williams, who will turn 47 on more time to assess the situation, Emergency medical services May 12. things got settled, so now I’m personnel and sheriff’s deputies Williams, who has a doctor - ready to move forward. I’m responded to the call. ate degree, was one of three excited. I can’t wait to get start - “He was found to be beyond finalists for the superintendent’s ed.” medical help,” Kinney said. “It job. He and the other candidates Rangely’s School Board is is suspected consumption of were brought in for interviews excited as well to have Williams alcohol along with prescription during the weekend of April 3 become the district’s new super - pills — we’ve been told mor - and 4. intendent. phine — were the cause of Williams liked what he saw. “He is very passionate about death. The area was littered with “My wife and I were amazed, education,” said Matt Scoggins, alcohol beverage containers and with the mountains, the scenic school board president. “That some drug paraphernalia. view,” he said. was ... from our conversations Preliminary reports are no indi - And the remoteness of far with him and the interview what cation of foul play.” northwest Colorado wasn’t an stood out. He’s not in it for a job, Authorities are awaiting issue. but he’s in it for the kids. That results of toxicology tests. The “I’m as rural as rural can be,” was important to us.” prescription pills taken by said Williams, who grew up in Scoggins was pleased Stoner may have been stolen. Appalachia, Va., which he added Williams reconsidered the offer “We’re not positive about was “pretty much the mirror that, but we have a report of image of Rangely.” WILLIAMS 3A stolen prescription drugs,” See page Kinney said. Charges may be filed, pend - JEFF BURKHEAD ing completion of the investiga - Peggy Rector of Rangely, left, was recognized last Saturday at the Colorado Northwestern Community College Foundation’s annual tion, which is being assisted by School board considers dinner for her tireless efforts on behalf of CNCC and its foundation. The award was presented by Lois Wymore, right, and Jane the Colorado Bureau of Hume, who, along with Rector, are members of the foundation’s board of directors. Rector is president of the board. “She’s relent - Investigation. less,” Wymore said of Rector. “She’s like our little engine that could.” Top photo: CNCC President John Boyd announced the foun - dation had reached 80 percent of its major gift campaign, with $6.6 million pledged so far, including a gift last week of $36,000 from “That depends on if we can additional financial cuts Chevron. The campaign runs through the end of the year. determine where the alcohol Y EFF URKHEAD OVERDOSE 3A B J B a teacher’s salary and benefits,” See page STAFF WRITER Newman said. [email protected] The school board will con - sider the cost-cutting recom - RANGELY — Faced with a mendations at its next meeting budget shortfall of $500,000 to Monday. Trinity Project looks to stamp out meth $700,000, the Rangely School “We’re having anyone who Board has already closed wants to comment (about the BY JEFF BURKHEAD last Thursday for high school Parkview Elementary to save possible cuts) to direct that to STAFF WRITER students, and then spoke again money. our athletic director, Mark [email protected] later that night to community But the board is considering Jansen,” Newman said. “He will members. other tough decisions in an gather up all of the comments RANGELY — Like other “We didn’t have a large effort to cut costs, such as going and present them to the board at Colorado communities, Rangely turnout, but we had 10 people to a four-day school week and the next meeting. We don’t have has a methamphetamine prob - who are interested in helping out eliminating some student activi - to make a decision immediately, lem. with future attempts to eradicate ties, including soccer and base - but we do have to make a deci - “It’s here,” said Elaine Urie, the drug here,” Urie said. “We ball. sion before we finalize the ’09- town council member and one of have just begun the struggle here “The board has asked the ’10 budget. I’m shooting for late the organizers of a new drug and with meth.” administration to look at every May (to finalize the budget).” alcohol prevention group called One of those who attended facet, since we’re in the situation “Athletics/activities have the Trinity Project. “It’s massive.” the community meeting identi - we’re in,” said Superintendent been on the radar since we Among states, Colorado fied himself as a meth user. Dwayne Newman. “We came began discussing our budget sit - ranks No. 8 in methampheta - “He informed everyone that forward with a list of, if we have uation,” said Matt Scoggins, mine use, and it’s No. 6 in identi - meth was a massive problem in to cut, these are the things we school board president. “Most of fy theft. Rangely,” Urie said. suggest cutting.” our focus has been on the school “The two go hand-in-hand,” People like Urie, Town The administration’s recom - closure, but we are now looking said Lynn Riemer of Act on Manager Peter Brixius and Vince mended cuts include eliminat - closer at other areas as well. No Drugs, a non-profit organization Wilczek, police chief, decided it ing stipends for music, dropping decision, however, has been that does awareness and drug was time to step up efforts to rid speech and Knowledge Bowl made regarding these recom - prevention training for commu - the community of drugs, espe - activities, not funding golf and mendations. This is only one nities. “It’s a group (meth cially targeting methampheta - cross country and cutting soccer area out of a number that will be addicts) that can’t keep a job, so mine use. That’s how the Trinity and baseball. looked it.” fraud and forgery are huge. Meth Project was started. The group, “If they did those cuts, we’d The district anticipates sav - JEFF BURKHEAD really started hitting the Denver established locally about two probably save in the neighbor - ing $430,000 by closing Lynn Riemer, whose friends affectionately refer to her as the Martha Stewart of meth labs, told a area in 2001. We have a big prob - months ago, focuses on law hood of $20,000 a year, which to group of Rangely residents last week, “We have a big problem in Colorado.” Riemer does aware - lem in Colorado.” MORE CUTS 3A METH PRESENTATION 3A give some perspective, is half of See page ness and drug prevention training for communities, specifically targeting meth use. Riemer gave a presentation See page WEATHER FORECAST In THE BAKERY Call Today! Saturday 60s /30s newsracks Fresh Baked Breads, Rolls & Pastries Breakfast & Sack Lunches Chance of now! High-Speed & showers & Look for the Spring Edition 265 Sixth Street • Meeker Dial-Up Internet storms Slight chance of of the Northwest Colorado 970.878.5500 showers and storms Hunting Guide in newsracks 4am-2pm Monday-Friday • 4am-11am Sat. Web Services across the region. 540 Russell St., Craig - 970-824-8238 • 654 Main St., Meeker - 970-878-0477 Sunday 60s /30s 2A Rio Blanco Herald Times • April 23, 2009 COMMUNITY

RIO BLANCO BRIEFS a small town and Anne grew up (Fairfield Center). A registered Bernie, Anne Gantt in a small town in Scotland. We nurse and a certified nurse ‘home of’ honorees like the close knit relationships assistant will trim toenails, “A” FOR EFFORT ... MEEKER — Bernie and Anne where you actually know your assess circulation, give skin care Gantt of Meeker are this week’s neighbors.” and check blood pressure. “home of” honorees. The Gantts Persons found to have circulato - have lived here eight years. They 87-year-old killed in ry or foot problems will be have been married 34 years. referred to a physician. Call 878- Bernie is retired from 23 four-wheeler rollover 9265 for an appointment. years with the U.S. Navy. He is RANGELY — Howard the visitor information assistant Robinson, 87, of Rifle was killed at the BLM in Meeker. in a four-wheeler rollover acci - Rangely rabies clinic Bernie and Anne own the dent last Sunday. set for 1 p.m. Saturday Valley View Lodge Bed & Robinson was reported miss - RANGELY — The Rangely Breakfast in Meeker. They also ing about 4 p.m., and “was rabies clinic will be April 25 from have Busy Bees, a custom win - found about an hour before dark 1-4 p.m. at the Rangely Fire Hall dow treatment business. by a couple of rock crawlers (after the health fair). All shots Bernie and Anne are involved from Rangely,” said Rio Blanco and microchipping will be in the Meeker community. Bernie County Sheriff Si Woodruff. offered at reduced prices. Free served as president of the Eric Striegel and Shane Key animal license available (with Meeker Chamber of Commerce found Robinson about four miles current rabies certification). A for two years and currently is on southeast of Rangely. bake sale will also be going on. its board of directors. He serves “He had gone to check on Everyone is invited. Call 629- on the Meeker Classic sheep about 5:30 that morning 1314 for more information. Sheepdog Trials board and is a and no one had seen him,” past master and current member Woodruff said of Robinson. Meeker Classic offers of the Rio Blanco Masonic Rangely Rock Crawlers, Lodge. Bernie also is a board members of the Rangely Fire set out clinic in June member of the Flat Tops Scenic Department and Sheriff’s MEEKER — The Meeker Byway. Anne is active with the deputies participated in the Classic will hold a free set out Meeker United Methodist search for Robinson, while clinic on Sunday, June 14. The Church Women’s group. Lance Coulter of Coulter Henderson crew, who set sheep The Gantts have two sons: Aviation in Meeker conducted an for many trials including the Stephen Gantt, 32, and Maurice aerial search. National Finals, will conduct the Gantt, 34, both live in Aurora, training. You must have a horse Colo. Monthly foot clinic and stock dog with some experi - In their spare time, Bernie ence and reliability on stock – and Anne enjoy “riding ATVs, is Tuesday, April 28 and be willing to help set out hunting, yard work and being MEEKER — Pioneers sheep for the Meeker Classic in outdoors.” Medical Center Home Health will 2010. Reservations required by be offering its monthly foot clinic May 1. Call (970) 210-1125 or When asked what he likes JEFF BURKHEAD most about living in Meeker, on Tuesday, April 28 from 10-11 (970) 878-0080 for more infor - Second-grader Mya Ibarra participated in last week’s “Effort Rodeo” at Meeker Elementary School. The event is a way to Bernie responded, “ I grew up in a.m. at the 200 Main St. mation. reward students who earned enough “tickets” to participate, based on their academic efforts.

RECYCLE Healthcare that’s THIS PAPER FREE and FUN THANK YOU! Meeker Elementary Join us this Saturday at the 9 Health Fair and receive one-on-one care would like to thank from your local healthcare experts at Rangely District Hospital. the following volunteers for supporting our students and making FREE and LOW-COST this school year HEALTH SCREENINGS such a success.

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• Lung function screening Kristin Henderson H Cassie Hobbs • Mental health screening Scott Hollenbeck T Cheryl Houser

• Nutrition screening Lucy Howey ! Stacey Hudelson • Oral health screening U Shery Jacob

• Skin screening Laura Kehrig O Clinton Kilduff • Vision screening Jackie Klinglesmith Y Lynn Lockwood • Pulse and blood pressure K Sally Malchow

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Parkview Elementary and mov - board is considering the possi - board is going to be to approach study the issues, Newman said, ing grade-school classes, pre - bility of implementing a four- the school foundation,” before making a decision about school through fifth grade, to day school week. Newman added. “Because I a four-day school week. the middle school building, “We still have about $113,000 think the changes we’ve seen “It’s better for the kids if the while grades sixth through 12th that we would need to find and experienced this year are district operates efficiently, so will be at the high school build - someplace, either through going to be big enough, and we can funnel a greater propor - ing. increasing revenue, or decreas - everyone needs time to step tion of money to things that ben - The board, at its meeting ing costs, if we’re going to back and prepare. A four-day efit instruction and student April 13, decided to eliminate achieve all of the goals we’ve school week would be a big achievement,” Newman said. three positions, in another cost- talked about,” Newman said. change in the instructional “But it’s not easy. These cutting move. Two aide posi - “The options for the district are mindset for teachers. It’s not fair (changes) are huge.” tions were cut, as well as a lan - looking at further instructional to the staff and it’s not good for In other business, the school guage arts/physical education changes, maybe a four-day the kids, unless you give them board will interview candidates position at the high school. school week, or going to the time to plan and prepare and this weekend for the high school “We eliminated two aide school foundation and seeing if collaborate, when it really comes principal’s position, replacing positions, and we’re not going the foundation will grant the to putting (a four-day school Nicole Walker, who resigned. to fill a teacher position,” district money to backfill (the week) into practice.” Seven applications were Newman said. “That’s three budget shortfall) and allow The district would save received, including two from in- staff positions that we just have them one more year to prepare about $130,000 by going to a house candidates, Scoggins said. to do without.” for a four-day school week, if four-day school week. Even with the cost-saving that’s the direction they choose “That’s our best estimate, as BUY LOCAL ! measures, it’s estimated the dis - to go. That’s the only way I can far as what we’d actually save,” Support Rio Blanco JEFF BURKHEAD trict will still face a budget see to create a viable budget. Newman said. Rangely Police Officer Chris Clayton checks out a display of items used to make methampheta - shortfall, which is why the “My recommendation to the The board needs time to County Merchants! mine.

Organizers of the Trinity Project, from left, Peter Brixius, Vince Wilczek and Elaine Urie, talked about the new group’s efforts to Rangely Police Officer Nathan combat drug use. “We need this community and the whole area Baker examines a sample of ® to be involved in the fight,” Urie said. drugs. ® ®

METH PRESENTATION 1A from page 30 oz. Western Family enforcement, education and they’ll get clean.” Once meth gets its fingers out 19.8-21.5 oz. Western Family Chili Beans & 64 oz. Western Family faith-based recovery. Urie Two of the reasons meth is into a community, it destroys encouraged others to get such a big problem is it’s easy to communities more than other involved. make, and it’s highly addictive. drugs.” Orange Juice “So many are just naive and “It’s not complicated to Even though there wasn’t a Brownie Mix Pork & Beans bury their heads in the sand,” make, and the thing is, they are big turnout for last week’s com - $ $ $ 29 Urie said. “But we need this all legal (products)” Riemer said, munity meeting, the organizers community and the whole area who had a display of items need - weren’t discouraged. for for to be involved in the fight ed to make meth. “We have a long way to go, 2 3 2 3 2 against meth. Law enforcement “Nine out of 10 people are but we have started,” Urie said. can’t do it all. We need people addicted after the first use. What “There aren’t as many people who will open their eyes. The it does is it releases dopamine in here as I had hoped, but I don’t more eyes on them (meth users), the brain, which gives a feeling care,” Police Chief Wilczek GGRROOCCEERRYY 24oz. American Beauty Elbow Roni & the more uncomfortable they of pleasure, and then they will added. “The kids we reach, it’s $ CHECK OUT OUR will be. They’ll either leave, or continue to chase that feeling. worth it.” SPAGHETTI ...... 3for 5 28.2-35.7oz. Banquet $ 29 WILLIAMS 1A HOMESTYLE BAKES 3 from page 14oz. Bernstein’s $ 99 and accepted the position. elementary school in Coeburn, you’ll have an effective school.” ITAL. DRESSING ...... 2 15-24oz. Classico “They loved Rangely,” Va., with an enrollment of more Scoggins said the board was $ 59 IN THE DELI!! Scoggins said of the Williams’ than 540 students, kindergarten impressed with Williams’ leader - PASTA SAUCE ...... 2 12pk. Ultra Soft Bath Tissue visit to the area. “I don’t think he through fourth grade, in addi - ship skills. $ 47 ever wanted to say no. His wife tion to nearly 50 preschoolers. “He gets down in the trench - COTTONELLE ...... 7 really reopened the door. We’re “I’m at a school district es and works with the staff and 64oz. Fabric Softener $ DDAAIIRRYY PPRROODDUUCCEE really happy they made the joint where it’s anywhere from 60 to makes sure he knows what’s CUDDLE SOFT ...... 2for 5 16oz. Western Family Baker decision. They’re both on 70 percent reduced lunch (stu - going on,” Scoggins said. “He 18.25-19.95oz. Duncan Hines Brownie & $ $ 19 ¢ board.” dents),” Williams said. “It’s in a gets people to buy in, versus ...... CAKE MIX ...... 4for 5 STRING CHEESE 4 POTATOES ...... 59 /lb. 8oz. Western Family Williams’ wife, Alice, a for - low socioeconomic area. Some of telling them what to do.” 5.5oz. Friskies Canned $ Crisp ¢ ¢ mer math teacher and adminis - these parents aren’t even at the Williams described his lead - YOGURT ...... for CAT FOOD ...... 48 10 5 CAULIFLOWER ...... 59 /lb. trator, is currently the human bus stop to pick up their kids. It’s ership style as participatory. 64oz. 14 oz. Dole resources director for the school a huge transient population. “Coming out to a new place, $ $ 29 district in Wise County, Va., There are kids living with foster I don’t think you can come in GATORADE ...... 2for 4 COLE SLAW ...... 1 4pk. Hunts Gels & MMEEAATT $ 19 Hydroponic where her husband is a princi - parents. I call social services it and just change things all at 16oz. Ball Park ¢ PUDDING ...... $ 29 pal. They don’t have children. seems like weekly, but, you once,” he said of what his 1 TOMATOES ...... 59 /lb. 8.45oz...... “We’ve got three cats,” know, the school does well. approach will be when he takes $ 88 BEEF FRANKS 3 13 oz. Litehouse Cole Slaw 16oz. Ball Park $ Williams said. “When I got here, (test) over as superintendent in JET DRY ...... 3 $ 79 18lb. Kingsford MEAT FRANKS ...... DRESSING ...... 2for 5 Asked what his wife would scores were low and morale was Rangely. “You have to sit back $ 99 2 Beef Petite $ 29 Premium Gold do in Rangely, Williams said, low, but now scores are shooting and assess. You come in and CHARCOAL ...... 8 ¢ 2qt. SIRLOIN STEAK ...... 3 /lb. PINEAPPLE ...... 99 /lb. “She’s keeping her options open. through the roof and morale is watch and learn. But you’ve got $ Beef Oven Roast $ 39 Seedless There are certain positions she’s doing well. That’s what’s impor - to be visible and you’ve got to ...... for ¢ KOOL-AID 7 1 ...... /lb. 42-43.5oz. La Choy SIRLOIN TIP 2 looking at. The college is appeal - tant. That’s what it’s all about. lead by example. You’ve got to $ Boneless WATERMELON ...... 29 /lb. ing, if they were hiring.” You can have disagreements or hustle. That’s the way I was $ 99 Yellow & Orange Cluster CHOW MEIN ...... 2for 6 CHICKEN BREAST . . 1 /lb. $ 49 For the past two years, controversies, but if you keep the raised. You’ve got to get your 12pk. Scott $ 99 20oz. Western Family Thick Cut TOMATOES ...... 2 /lb. Williams has been principal at an best interests of the kids at heart, hands dirty and do a job.” Regular, Pepper & Maple BATH TISSUE ...... 6 $ 29 12pk. BACON ...... $ 99 3 OVERDOSE 1A SHASTA SODA ...... 2 FFRROOZZEENN from page 13-25.5oz. Western Family Assorted $ 1 llb.. Juiicy 9oz. Lean & $ ...... for and the pills came from,” five were involved in the fight. The cabin is owned by Doyle CEREAL 4 10 HOT POCKETS ...... 5for 10 15oz. Western Family Mild, Hot & Turkey 6ct. Meadow Gold Dream, Root Beer Float & Kinney said. “We’re not looking So I’m suspecting at least more Berry, owner of Berry Bros., $ 19 $ 59 at charging the kids for being (youth were at the party).” which has an office in Meeker CHILI ...... 1 SSttrraawwbbeerrrriieess FUDGE BARS ...... 1 8.75oz. Western Family Traditional 20-32oz. Ore-Ida out there drinking. Those are Kinney said most of the and does work in the Piceance $ $ 99 petty offenses. And you have to other partygoers have been Basin, who was not aware of the SNACK MIX ...... 2for 3 $$ POTATOES ...... 2 rely on the kids ... to try to get forthcoming. party. 32-36oz. Western Family $ them to tell you the truth. We’re “They are being coopera - “He had no idea,” Kinney KETCHUP ...... 3for 5 ffoorr WEWE APPRECIATEAPPRECIATE YOURYOUR BUSINESS!BUSINESS! really wanting the people who tive,” Kinney said. “So far, said. “The son (of a Berry Bros. 2 3 provided the alcohol and drugs. we’ve only had one holding employee had access to the 2 3 I want the people who caused back.” property and) was telling all of his death.” According to reports about the kids it was his dad’s.” Nearly 20 youth are suspect - the party, Kinney said, “Austin Kinney said if anyone has ed of being at the party. supposedly had found on the information about the party to “Right now, we have 13 Internet that the best high was to call the sheriff’s office at 878- names, but there was a group of mix morphine and alcohol, and 9620. WATT’S970.878.5868 •RANCH 271 E. Market • Meeker, MARKET Colorado five kids who left prior to the that’s where he got this idea. It’s Open seven days a week 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday • 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday others going to bed,” Kinney supposed to be the best high SHOP AT HOME ! Prices effective April 23-April 29, 2009 said. “We had a fight in town ever, that’s what we’re being ... save time and gas • Since 1955 • about an hour later, and those told.” 4A Rio Blanco Herald Times • April 23, 2009 OPINION Dept. of Wildlife teaches appreciation for wildlife BY JON WANGNILD to 5-year-old students learn about port. Students practice what they Conservation — defined as the the DOW effort to educate youth. In and elk. The hunts are successful SPECIAL TO THE RIO BLANCO HERALD animal skulls like black bear and have learned by playing a game. wise use of resources — is another early June, DOW and the U.S. Forest because of the support of local pri - beaver, see elk antlers and bighorn Some of the students take the role of top education priority for DOW. Service host Kid’s Fishing Day at the vate landowners and outfitters who on’t think that the local game sheep horns and learn about animal mule deer, others mountain lions or Because hunters and anglers still Meeker park. DOW also hosts a offer quality places to hunt. warden is only busy during the signs like tracks and scat. The DOW motor vehicles. The “deer” are support the majority of all wildlife Family Ice Fishing Day at Lake As the state population becomes Dfall hunting seasons. Spring is goals are simple — to build respect tasked with trying to find index management through license pur - Avery each winter. Fishing program more urbanized, the DOW is using an especially busy time of year for for and curiosity about wildlife in cards representing food while trying chases, the challenge to keep sports - participants learn fishing tech - educational models like these to the district wildlife managers of the the minds of kids. to avoid “mountain lions” and men in the field is ever present. niques, proper equipment and about teach young people statewide an Colorado Division of Wildlife. Education efforts don’t stop at “vehicles.” Wildlife officers referee Local wildlife officers are also the aquatic insects fish like to eat. appreciation of wildlife. Learning Wildlife managers can be found preschool. Local wildlife officers and regulate the amount of available instructors for area hunter education Another popular event is the about skulls and “carrying capacity” this time of year visiting with fisher - participate in the elementary school food. The students quickly learn courses, where they teach topics White River “Cast ‘n’ Blast,” a joint might not make every student into a men along the White River, checking “Pioneer Days” every year. Students about the challenges local deer pop - including hunting and fishing laws, effort with the local chapter of the hunter or angler, but district wildlife spring turkey hunters and spending learn about how early settlers bene - ulations face. ethics and safe hunting practices, Outfitters’ Association. The annual managers hope that eventually this time doing presentations at area fited from and also struggled to At Craig Middle School, DOW wildlife management and outdoor event for women and youth focuses new generation will understand the schools. Helping educate young exist with wildlife. participates in the annual Yampatika survival. Weekend courses are on developing basic fly fishing and importance of sound wildlife man - people about wildlife is a priority DOW has also participated in Bio-Region at Cedar Mountain. offered in the Meeker area through - shotgun shooting skills. agement and the role that hunting, for wildlife officers in Colorado. “No TV Night” at Meeker There, sixth-grade students are out the year and Hunter Education DOW also offers several begin - fishing and private landowners play Local district wildlife managers Elementary. Students learn the taken on a field tour to learn about is part of the sixth-grade curriculum ning hunt opportunities for women in managing the tremendous are talking with kids as young as basics of “carrying capacity” — how the wild animals that use sage and in Rangely. and youth including pheasant, wildlife resource that belongs to all preschoolers about wildlife. The 4- many wild animals habitat can sup - pinyon-juniper habitats. Days in the field are also part of turkey and female pronghorn, deer of us. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor, COMMERCIAL PROPERTY VALUED AT 200,000 or property appraisers. gas is considerably cleaner than pleased to see the Colorado Dear Editor, Rio Blanco County property Counties COMMERCIAL Counties It is not the duty of the other fossil fuels, and it is abun - Legislature considering House I would like to give a spe - owners will receive a Notice of Colorado Average Mill PROPERTY AT Colorado Average Mill Estimated assessor to generate revenue for dant here in Western Colorado. Bill 1331. HB 1331 will provide a cial, special thank you to all Counties Levies 200,000 Counties Levies Taxes Valuation (NOV) around May 1 the county. The duties are to list, It can produce the “base-load” tax credit to encourage the pur - the Rangely business and peo - from the county assessor’s La Plata 28.073 1,628.23 Mesa 62.411 3,619.84 classify, and value property electricity we need to run our chase of vehicles that run on ple who donated to the office. It is important to remem - Las Animas 28.711 1,665.24 Otero 63.330 3,673.14 within the boundaries of Rio cities and can efficiently power CNG. It will also provide a Rangely Trinity Projects educa - Pitkin 35.397 2,053.03 Moffat 64.286 3,728.59 ber that the Notice of Valuation San Miguel 38.146 2,212.47 Crowley 64.319 3,730.50 Blanco County in a fair and our cars and trucks. With all the credit to encourage the conver - tional presentation from Lynn is not a tax bill but a notice San Juan 38.899 2,256.14 Prowers 66.596 3,862.57 equitable manner. talk of renewable energy sion of existing gasoline pow - Reimer with Meth Heads Inc. informing property owners of Cheyenne 39.267 2,277.49 Bent 66.793 3,873.99 If you own property in our sources, it is refreshing to hear a ered vehicles to use CNG. I urge Thanks to Rangely District Gilpin 40.017 2,320.99 El Paso 67.299 3,903.34 any changes in valuation of Rio Blanco 41.398 2,401.08 Sedgwick 67.639 3,923.06 county, and you do not receive a Democrat U.S. Senator stand-up the Legislature to move quickly Hospital, Moon Lake Electric, their property during the reap - Chaffee 44.309 2,569.92 Clear Creek 70.079 4,064.58 Notice of Valuation around May for traditional sources of energy. on HB 1331. If we are truly seri - Rocky Mountain Well Service, praisal year. The Notice of Garfield 45.605 2,645.09 Conejos 70.353 4,080.47 1, 2009, please call (970) 878- It sounds like Senator Bennet ous about becoming more ener - First National Bank of the Hinsdale 45.660 2,648.28 Denver 70.626 4,096.31 Valuation property owners Jackson 45.769 2,654.60 Weld 71.333 4,137.31 9410 or stop by the assessor’s understands that renewables are gy independent, we need to Rockies, Alliance Energy LLC, receive in May will be based on Gunnison 48.955 2,839.39 Huerfano 71.795 4,164.11 office in the courthouse. Do not intermittent and remain expen - develop our domestic resources. Rio Blanco Realty, Basic Routt 49.558 2,874.36 Saguache 73.713 4,275.35 property sales within Rio Blanco Montezuma 49.695 2,882.31 Alamosa 74.830 4,340.14 hesitate to call with your Notice sive. Now, he needs to back up Natural gas is one of the clean - Energy Town of Rangely, Peter County for an 18-month period, Summit 51.842 3,006.84 Logan 76.147 4,416.53 of Valuation questions or other his words with real policies that est resources we have that has Brixius, Silver Sage RV, Jan. 1, 2007, through June 30, Park 52.049 3,018.84 Lincoln 78.493 4,552.59 concerns. encourage natural gas produc - the capacity to efficiently power Quality Carpet, Conoco, Mineral 56.191 3,259.08 Boulder 78.854 4,573.53 2008. By Colorado law, assessors Montrose 57.054 3,309.13 Kit Carson 78.938 4,578.40 Renae T. Neilson tion and consumption. We need America’s cars and trucks. Stewart Welding, EnCana, Blue must use this time frame for Grand 57.142 3,314.24 Morgan 80.465 4,666.97 Rio Blanco County assessor common-sense and science to Ben Fredregill Mountain Inn, Betty’s Café, Rio Grande 57.420 3,330.36 Lake 82.635 4,792.83 appraisals during this reap - Baca 58.203 3,375.77 Elbert 82.966 4,812.03 direct public policy, not environ - Denver Urie Trucking, Inc. KR Fishing praisal period. Delta 58.528 3,394.62 Larimer 84.442 4,897.64 Dear Editor, mentalist fear-mongering. We Tools, Frank and Grace Huitt, Due to the current economic Fremont 58.671 3,402.92 Kiowa 84.524 4,902.39 Please allow me the chance need additional pipelines Dear Editor, Ducey’s Electric and WC Eagle 58.880 3,415.04 Phillips 86.288 5,004.70 downturn, property owners Costilla 58.943 3,418.69 Arapahoe 91.914 5,331.01 to vent my feelings. I’m not approved and built, including Our apologies to all who Stiegel Pipeline. may be expecting to see the Teller 59.683 3,461.61 Pueblo 92.736 5,378.69 looking for readers to agree the Ruby Pipeline, to transport arrived at the Easter Sunrise We would not have been Archuleta 60.096 3,485.57 Jefferson 94.268 5,467.54 value of their property decrease. Custer 60.328 3,499.02 Broomfield 101.250 5,872.50 with me or disagree, I just need Colorado’s natural gas to other Service to find it canceled. It is able to bring this caliber of However, in most cases, proper - Washington 60.404 3,503.43 Douglas 102.750 5,959.50 to be able to express how I am markets. Lastly, we need to our normal practice to arrange education to our community ty values in Rio Blanco County Yuma 60.785 3,525.53 Adams 103.573 6,007.23 feeling. We have lost, as a com - defeat any cap-and-trade legis - for contingencies such as the without your help. Lynn has have increased. During the 18- Dolores 61.653 3,575.87 - munity, another young life to lation. Thank you Senator weather, but this year we agreed to come back and help month appraisal period, Rio underage drinking over this last Bennet for listening to our con - “dropped the ball.” Please for - if we need her back. Blanco County experienced an ESTIMATED TAXES ON A HOME VALUED AT 200,000 weekend. I realize that most cerns. Now the real work give us and be assured that next For all of those who are not increase in population and CALCULATED USING AVERAGE MILL LEVIES FOR 2008 people will say, “Oh well ... kids begins. year we will do our very best to aware the Rangely Trinity property sales were at an all will be kids,” or “It happens Louise Voorhees complete all arrangements. Project is a grass roots commu - time high. everywhere, it just seems worse In the service of Christ, nity project to eliminate drug If you have an increase in Counties Counties since we are in a small town.” I Dear Editor, The Meeker use in Rangely, especially your property valuation, it does Colorado Average Estimated Colorado Average Estimated wish as a community we could We all know how abundant Ministerial Alliance methamphetamines. not mean your taxes will Counties Mill Levies Taxes Counties Mill Levies Taxes do more. natural gas is in Colorado, from Dear Editor, We need your help to assist La Plata 28.073 $446.92 Mesa 62.411 $993.58 increase by the same amount. Las Animas 28.711 $457.08Otero 63.330 $1,008.21 Minor in possession citations the Piceance Basin north of Rifle Thank you to all the parents, in this worthwhile project so Pitkin 35.397 $563.52 Moffat 64.286 $1,023.43 Mill levies determine the San Miguel 38.146 $607.28 Crowley 64.319 $1,023.96 are handed out like suckers at to the San Juan Basin near grandparents, siblings and call either Elaine 675-5766, San Juan 38.899 $619.27Prowers 66.596 $1,060.21 amount of your taxes. In Cheyenne 39.267 $625.13 Bent 66.793 $1,063.34 the bank. I truly feel the lack of Durango to the fields near friends of the Meeker Pee Wee Vince 675-8467 or Peter at 675- December of each year, taxing Gilpin 40.017 $637.07 El Paso 67.299 $1,071.40 intolerance to underage drink - Greeley and Trinidad. We can Wrestling club, for your help 8477 and find out how you can Rio Blanco 41.398 $659.06 Sedgwick 67.639 $1,076.81 districts submit their request to Chaffee 44.309 $705.40 Clear Creek 70.079 $1,115.66 ing adds fuel to the fire. I have also agree that America should and support last week with the assist in one of the areas of the the Board of County Garfield 45.605 $726.03Conejos 70.353 $1,120.02 no great ideas myself. But don’t use cleaner transportation fuels Casey Turner Memorial project. We will win! Meth will Hinsdale 45.660 $726.91 Denver 70.626 $1,124.36 Commissioners for the mill levy Jackson 45.769 $728.64 Weld 71.333 $1,135.62 you think we should have more and become more energy inde - wrestling tournament. lose! Gunnison 48.955 $779.36 Huerfano 71.795 $1,142.98 amount needed to provide serv - Routt 49.558 $788.96 Saguache 73.713 $1,173.51 for the kids to participate in or pendent. The Meeker wrestling pro - And that is all there is to it Montezuma 49.695 $791.14Alamosa 74.830 $1,191.29 ices to the public in the upcom - Summit 51.842 $825.32 Logan 76.147 $1,212.26 along with MIPs have a teen or One way we can accomplish gram is in a rebuilding phase but we need your eyes, your ing year. Rio Blanco County’s Park 52.049 $828.62 Lincoln 78.493 $1,249.61 young adult alcohol program these goals is to encourage the and after watching our young mouth, your hands and mostly Mineral 56.191 $894.56 Boulder 78.854 $1,255.35 mill levies are some of the low - Montrose 57.054 $908.30 Kit Carson 78.938 $1,256.69 for those who get an MIP, not use of compressed natural gas kids wrestle the past few weeks your heart to reach out and rid Grand 57.142 $909.70 Morgan 80.465 $1,281.00 est in the state. Refer to the Rio Grande 57.420 $914.13 Lake 82.635 $1,315.55 just fines and community serv - (CNG) for our cars and trucks. and witnessing how everyone our community of this horrible spreadsheet with this article Baca 58.203 $926.59 Elbert 82.966 $1,320.82 ice? Natural gas burns more cleanly came together to make the tour - drug … We are looking for - Delta 58.528 $931.76Larimer 84.442 $1,344.32 demonstrating the estimated tax Fremont 58.671 $934.04 Kiowa 84.524 $1,345.62 We need to include all the than gasoline, and we have plen - nament run smoothly and suc - ward to the growth of the proj - Eagle 58.880 $937.37 Phillips 86.288 $1,373.70 for a home with an actual value Costilla 58.943 $938.37 Arapahoe 91.914 $1,463.27 kids in our community tiful, easily recoverable reserves cessfully, I’m confident to write, ect and the elimination of the Teller 59.683 $950.15 Pueblo 92.736 $1,476.36 of $200,000 and an assessed Archuleta 60.096 $956.73 Jefferson 94.268 $1,500.75 for activities, not just those who of natural gas in Colorado and “We’ll be back!” drug and its use here. value of $15,920 using the 2008 Custer 60.328 $960.42 Broomfield 101.250 $1,611.90 do sports and farming and such. the country at large. Bobby Gutierrez Elaine Urie Washington 60.404 $961.63 Douglas 102.750 $1,635.78 average mill levy for each coun - Yuma 60.785 $967.70 Adams 103.573 $1,648.88 We now have a very diverse Therefore, I am particularly Meeker Rangely ty in Colorado. Rio Blanco Dolores 61.653 $981.51 group of young people and we County’s high assessed values need to make an effort to for the various taxing districts Valuation and multiply it by Next year (2010) is an interven - meet more of their interests as allow the mill levies to be some 7.96 percent (Colorado’s resi - ing year in Colorado. Values well. I am so sad and angry and of the lowest in the state. dential assessment rate) to will remain the same if there are feel very helpless. Property owners in Rio Blanco I will probably get a lot of BLM prescribed burn projects obtain the assessed value. The no unusual conditions such as County are fortunate that a con - assessed value is then multi - new construction, change in backlash for this, but I think we siderable amount of our value plied by the mill levy from the use, demolished property, to all take some responsibility for comes from the oil and gas tax area where your property is name a few. If sale prices start to all the kids in the community, industry. Eighty percent of the not just the ones that excel in will begin in area this week located. If you own commercial decrease, it will be reflected in county’s value in 2008 came or other property types, the the next reappraisal year of school and sports and such, but SPECIAL TO THE HERALD TIMES area along Rio Blanco County The main purpose of these from oil and gas and other assessment rate is 29 percent. 2011. also for the ones that fall to the Road 7. Fuels to be burned in a projects is to reduce hazardous industrial properties. Important facts to remember: The time to question the way side. I’m sure plenty of MEEKER — Fire crews from mosaic pattern are Gambel oak, vegetation and break up the To calculate taxes on residen - By Colorado law, the time frame value of your property is during readers at this point are think - the Bureau of Land sagebrush, serviceberry, snow - dense fuel continuity to lessen tial property, take the actual for sales used this reappraisal protest time in May. Please do ing, “Well why don’t you come Management White River Field berry, and Pinion-Juniper. the chance for intense wildfires. value for the current year as year, to set values was Jan. 1, not wait until you receive a tax up with an idea?” I think it will Office are ready to conduct sev - Expected duration is one to two The burns have the added bene - shown on your Notice of 2007, through June 30, 2008. bill from the county treasurer. take more than just one person eral prescribed burns beginning days and a helicopter will be uti - fit of improving habitat for During protest time, appoint - and believe me, my brain is this week. Initiation and com - lized for aerial ignition. wildlife by regenerating new ments can be made to discuss working overtime thinking pletion of prescribed fire proj - Segar Mountain, slated for growth. your valuation with the assessor about what I could do. ects is weather dependant. If 1,000 acres, is nine miles south - Weather conditions will be You’re Invited! Diane Wilson weather conditions are west of Meeker and four miles closely monitored and burns are Rangely favourable, the treatments listed south of Kendall Peak initiated only if conditions are Please join friends and family below will be conducted over Communications Site on BLM within the parameters for safe of Dear Editor, the next two weeks. land. Targeted vegetation for and effective fires. Each pre - I wish to commend our new Carl’s Hole is targeted for 40 this project is oak brush, service scribed burn conducted by the Maxine Senator, Michael Bennet, on tak - acres in west central Piceance berry, snow berry, sagebrush BLM has gone through an envi - ing the time to tour the West Basin, Duck Creek sage bottoms. and encroaching Pinion-Juniper. ronmental analysis and has a Enterline Slope this week, listening to our Ignition will be conducted by A helicopter will be used for aer - detailed burn plan developed in on Saturday, May 2nd ideas and concerns. The issues hand crews and the project will ial ignition. Areas under and advance, along with appropriate to celebrate her 90th birthday of Western Colorado are often require one to two days to com - around power lines have been smoke permits obtained from lost in the partisan bickering of plete on BLM and private lands. mechanically prepped for this the state agencies responsible Open house from Denver and Washington, D.C. I 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The 1,800 acre East Jordan project. for air quality control. Northeast Christian Church was particularly pleased to hear project is in the BLM Windy Smoke may be visible to For more information contact 2001 Patterson Road Senator Bennet discuss the Gulch Wilderness Study Area. It Meeker and surrounding areas Jim Michels, Fuels Specialist for in Grand Junction importance of natural gas in the is situated seven miles west of including County Road 7 and the BLM White River Field “new energy economy.” Natural Meeker in the Strawberry Creek Highways 64 and 13. Office at (970) 878-3821. Rio Blanco Herald Times • April 23, 2009 5A OPINION Fixing frustration high on county’s to-do list I I I he release of the results of public meeting April 9 in Members of the Uintah- ing the BMX track in the same Rio Blanco County’s survey Meeker, and about the same Ouray Reservation have invited Oops. The BMX track location. Thus, we want to Serving Rio Blanco County, Colorado Since 1885 Tof residents — part of the number Rangely, to hear a pres - the Meeker and Rangely com - behind the Meeker Recreation make sure we are putting it in a 592 Main Street, Upstairs, Box 720 development of a new master entation by consultants about munities to attend the reserva - Center was inadvertently location that ImaIkeI s sense.” Meeker, Colorado 81641 plan for the county — has gen - the results of tion’s two spring dances. The “taken out” when excavation 970-878-4017 • 970-878-4016 fax erated quite a bit of discussion. the survey. Randlett Bear Dance will be work began at the site of the BedRock Depot in Dinosaur 101 East Main Street And that’s a good thing. Hooker was April 24-27, and the Northern new elementary school, east of opened for the season last Rangely, Colorado 81648 People need to feel like they hoping more Ute Spring Celebration Bear the rec center. weekend and on Sunday had 970-675-5033 • 970-675-8709 fax have a voice and are included people Dance will be May 8-11. “The crew didn’t know an ice cream social, giving away in the process. would have Members of the Smoking River exactly where the boundary line a free sundae or single-dip cone — Publisher — One thing the survey attended the Pow Wow Committee will was in that location and when to each person who attended. Mitch Bettis ~ [email protected] showed is there is some dissat - meetings, attend the May celebration. For they began proceedings, the Rangely’s Dan Fiscus and son — Editor and Staff Writer — isfaction out there about where but, as the more information, contact heavy equipment took out the Jordan provided musical enter - Jeff Burkhead ~ [email protected] the county is headed. Forty-five process Lockwood at 878-4039. ramps, jumps and the track,” tainment. I Jeff I I I percent of respondents indicat - I moves for - said Scott Pierson, rec director. “We had quite a few people, — News Department — ed they thought the county was Burkhead ward, he The Rio Blanco Water “Neenan (the contractor for the including the Radino bus from Bobby Gutierrez ~ Staff Writer ~ [email protected] moving in the wrong direction. said there Conservancy District in school project) as well as the Rangely,” said Leona Blake Smith ~ Staff Writer ~ [email protected] Last week, a group of more will be more opportunities for Rangely is looking for someone school district have offered to Hemmerich, one of the owners, Stephanie Stubert ~ Staff Writer ~ [email protected] than 30 contractors and local public input. to run the seasonal Lakeside replace the track.” along with Bill Mitchem. Niki Turner ~ Staff Writer ~ [email protected] business owners met in Meeker “We will be conducting Cafe at Kenney Reservoir, In the short term, Pierson “Everyone enjoyed their free to talk about how they can future public feedback and which is typically open from said, the rec district will “prob - sundae or cone. We also sold a — Advertising Department — work with the county and be a review sessions,” Hooker said. Memorial Day to Labor Day, ably create a small track on the lot of sandwiches and a few Jeff Burkhead ~ Rangely Account Executive [email protected] part of the master plan process. “I sincerely hope the citizens of depending on weather. Last west side of Sulphur Creek, as a other goodies, so it was a good Deb Pettijohn ~ Meeker Account Executive Margie Joy, president of the this county get engaged and summer, the mother-daughter temporary fix.” day for us. I think we’ll do this [email protected] Meeker Chamber of Commerce motivated in providing much- team of Pauline McPhail and Pierson said the rec district again next year.” Sharon Spalding ~ Regional Account Executive Board of Directors, was invited needed feedback and input into Traci Files opIeraIteI d the cafe. is in the process of creating a [email protected] to attend the meeting. this very important project for master plan for Paintbrush Jeff Burkhead is editor of the “The meeting was construc - Rio Blanco County.” Ran Cochran, county coro - Park. Herald Times . You may e-mail — Production Department — tive,” Joy said. “The frustration Results of the county survey ner, is “doing pretty good,” said “That will go a long way him at [email protected]. Kurt Gaston ~ [email protected] is very high, but the group is are available on the Herald Sue Kirkham of Cochran into finding a permanent loca - Tonya Morris ~ [email protected] truly interested in fixing the Times Web site: www.theherald - Memorial Chapels in Meeker tion for the BMX track,” Pierson SHOP AT HOME ! U.S. Postal Service #338-020. processes.” times.com. I I I and Rangely. Cochran was acci - said. “Without knowing how Periodicals class postage is paid at Meeker, Colorado 81641. Joy said the chamber would dentally shot in the stomach that area is going to look (with Buy from your friends Postmaster: send change of addresses to and neighbors! P.O. Box 720, Meeker, CO 81641-0720 like to play a role in facilitating Rio Blanco County managed while cleaning a .22-caliber rifle the new elementary school), we © 2009 Freeman Publications, Inc. alliances, such as with the to escape last week’s spring March 12. don’t want to commit to locat - Rangely Chamber of snowstorm that hit other parts “It will take him time to get Commerce, and working with of the state, but county commis - his strength back,” Kirkham other community groups to sioners Ken Parsons of Rangely said. “He still has a drain tube help the county develop a plan and Kai Turner of Meeker, on in, but he’s dIoinIgI better.” for moving forward. their way back from a meeting “I shared (with the contrac - in Denver, were stranded Meeker’s Fire Board is look - The Sandals of the Gospel (1) tors) the conversation our board Friday when I-70 was closed ing for a new member. By Dr. J. D. Watson had on working with the coun - because of the weather. Parsons “Mike Cook resigned, leav - Pastor-Teacher, Grace Bible Church ty, and that we wanted to speak stayed over in Denver, while ing an opening on the board,” as a group in a manner that can Turner made it as far as said Kris Borchard, emergency build positive relationships,” Georgetown, and ended up medical services director. “We The first piece of God’s Caesar were due in great measure to how well Joy said. “And that we were sleeping in his car in a parking put a notice in the paper stating armor is the girdle of truth, and their troop’s feet were shod. This special trying to work within the lot in nearbyIEmIpI ire. that anyone interested can breastplate of process and use the master plan apply to fill the opening until the second is the footwear provided mobility in travel stability as the first step.” Rangely High School’s track the next election — May 2010 righteousness. (Eph. 6.14). This in battle. I County Administrator Pat teams didn’t make it to a track — simply by sending a letter of Dr. J.D. brings us to the third item that Second, that thought leads us to some mar- Hooker hopes people will take meet in Meeker on Saturday interest. The only requirements Watson protects us from Satan’s attacks velous spiritual applications. advantage of the opportunity to because coaches Erin Greer and are that you are a registered and arms us for battle: “the 1. The Sandals of the Gospel provide mobil- join the dialogue about devel - Jared Ballard were stuck on the voter and reside in the district, Sandals of the Gospel” (v. 15). ity oping a plan for the county. Eastern Slope, due to the snow - or own property within the dis - . Historically, mobility has been a key to suc- We again divide our study into two emphases. cessful warfare. Many agree that Alexander “The survey and the public storm. Also, Mark Jansen, RHS trict boundarIiesI.” I feedback sessions are wonder - athletic director, and members First, the physical piece of armor. This The Great was the first to prove this principle. ful opportunities for the people of the math club were stranded The Colorado Division of piece of armor is, indeed, an interesting one. It In only ten years (334-324 B.C.) his armies cov- to provide input to the county in Denver, beIcaIusIe of the storm. Wildlife will stock nearly 80 is a well-established fact that our feet are the ered over 3,000 miles, overrunning most every elected and appointed officials million fish for 2009, including most neglected part of our bodies; most of us civilization in their path. Alexander began in on important issues,” Hooker Sixth-graders from a private stockings at Avery Lake, said. school in Denver will be in Kenney Reservoir, Rangely abuse our feet terribly and give little thought Macedonia (what is today northern Greece) Of the nearly 2,700 surveys Meeker on April 27 to read Fishing Pond, Rio Blanco Lake, to them. To the soldier, however, the feet are and went about 2,000 miles west to the borders the county mailed out in early poems they wrote about the Sleepy Cat Ponds and the considered more important than most other of modern day India and some 1,000 miles February, a little more than 500 town’s history. White River. parts of the body. In fact, great care and consid- south through Palestine and down to southern people responded. “They are going to be in “With more than 650,000 eration is given to the feet among military per- Egypt. The Romans later adopted the same “Even though the consult - town reading their poems, and fishing licenses sold each year kind of mobility and produced a giant empire. ants were pleased with the per - they’d like to invite everyone to in the state, we think the public sonnel. cent of responses, I was expect - come and listen,” said Lynn agrees that we are providing My father-in-law, who was a veteran of the A classic example of mobile warfare is ing a higher percent of respons - Lockwood of the U.S. Forest some great fishing opportuni - Korean War, once told me that in cold weather found in the German army of World War II. es,” Hooker said. “In fact, I’m Service and a member of the ties,” said Randy Hampton, the platoon leader would come around to the France, after World War I, built their “Maginot disappointed that we didn’t Smoking River Pow Wow public information officer for men at night and make sure they took off their Line,” a line of concrete fortifications and a have a higher rate of responses, Committee. the DOW’s northwest region. whole underground complex, all connected by considering how very impor - The public is invited to Last year, the DOW stocked socks before getting into their sleeping bags. tant this project and the survey attend the event at 2:30 p.m. in 8,000 5-inch and 700 12- to 14- Failing to do so caused the feet to sweat, and tunnels. For all practical purposes, this defense are to the citizens of Rio Blanco the community room at inch cutthroat trout into Marvin since the boots would be put on immediately was impregnable. But the problem was that County. Mountain VaIlleIy BI ank. Lakes to replenish and hopeful - after the soldier got up the next morning, the the French were still living in the World War I “(The consultants) went out ly jump-start the dwindling trapped sweat would then freeze in the cold mentality of the trenches, which called for little of their way to keep reminding Clifford Duncan, a leader of population in the lakes, and cause frostbite. mobility. In May 1940, the German “Blitzkrieg” us to keep things in perspec - the Ute tribe, will be in Meeker Hampton said. (lightening war) simply went around the tive,” Hooker added. “(The sur - on May 21 to read “campfire” “That was a special plant In contrast, the Vietnam War was fought vey) is only one piece of data. stories to schoolchildren. There because we had to hire a heli - under completely different climate conditions. Maginot Line and raced straight across France Also, they reminded us only will also be an evening session, copter to stock fish that were Because of the extreme humidity and ground to the English channel, cutting the country in about one in five households which will be open to the pub - larger than what we typically water in Southeast Asia, careful attention had half. In seven weeks all of France and the Low responded to the survey, so we lic. stock into wilderness lakes by Countries were in German hands. must keep that mind as we “We’re going to try to have plane,” Hampton said. “DOW to be paid to the feet to prevent them from lit- erally rotting. The feet had to be aired and What’s the spiritual application? In many review the results and formu - it at Circle Park, if the weather will be evaluating that plant a Christian today there is little or no vitality or late future policy decisions for is good,” LocIkwIooI d said. this year to determine if more powdered periodically and jungle boots even the county’s master plan stocking is necessary.” had ventilation holes so air could circulate. forward movement in their Christian living. process.” To the soldier, then, the feet are of the Oh, how excited folks can get over a football About 25 people attended a utmost importance. Without his feet, he is vir- game, a television program, a school activity, tually useless and helpless. Obviously, then, or some outdoor pleasure! But how little thrill  A A    and faithfulness there is for the things of God. A & A   A Historical Perspectives: Student Monologues foot care involves footwear. All of us wear dif- There can be little doubt that this fact is the    A Twenty Three Students, Four Faculty, ferent kinds of shoes depending upon the major cause of Christianity’s ineffectiveness & A  and several Family Members of activity in which we are involved: every sport nowadays. Denverʼs Odyssey Schoolʼs sixth grade class has its special footwear; work shoes are worn 878-3671 Oh, how we need to be moving ahead! A *# -&*' &,% $) '"#(, for manual labor, some of which even have &' ## *( )& (! *# battle is not won by standing still. We need to  #"+ '" ( & steel toes for added protection; even cowboy '+ # & &%' ) Annual Western Expedition be moving and gaining ground. We must out- boots have a special purpose in that the point- flank Satan. The only thing that will give this to Western Colorado, Rio Blanco County, ed toe allows the feet to slip easily in and out and the Grand Canyon movement is the Sandals of the Gospel. We of the stirrups. must lovingly disagree with those who say, The ancient soldier also had his special Community Room of the Mountain Valley Bank “As the years pass and as society changes we footwear. In general, ancient footwear consist- must change our tactics and methods; this is Monday Afternoon, April 27 ed of simple sandals or thongs. But the sol- Manicures O Pedicures at 2:30 pm what mobility means.” So to meet the changes, Facials O Waxing dier’s sandals were quite special; they had many use all sorts of gimmicks, programs, and Tanning Public Invited hobnails embedded in the soles to give traction entertainment. Well, times do change, but Locally supported by the Rio Blanco County Historical Society and and to form an anchor as the soldier would God’s method has not. That method is the 335 Sixth St., Ste. 4 the Smoking River Pow Wow Committee stand and fight. History shows, in fact, that the preaching and teaching of God’s Word, not the Meeker, CO conquests of Alexander The Great and Julius 970.878.0505 things that change with the times. 6A Rio Blanco Herald Times • April 23, 2009 NEWS Colorado’s newest senator visits Rio Blanco Co. BY JEFF BURKHEAD Republicans outnumber STAFF WRITER Democrats by a more than four- [email protected] to-one margin, the fact a U.S. senator would pay a visit to RBC — Rio Blanco County remote northwest Colorado was residents who showed up to appreciated. hear what Democratic Sen. Bennet made an appearance Michael Bennet had to say also April 14 at Kilowatt Korner in had a chance to make their voic - Meeker during a tour of the es heard. Western Slope that included They hope Colorado’s junior stops in Steamboat Springs, senator was listening. Hayden, Craig and Glenwood “I really hope that he heard Springs. what was said and will actually “We certainly appreciate Sen. take it to heart and act upon Bennet making himself available some of the issues,” said Elaine for questions,” said Rangely Urie, a member of the Rangely Town Manager Peter Brixius. Town Council. “He made all of us feel very at Meeker Town Administrator Sharon Day attended the town hall But Urie, for one, doesn’t meeting April 14 in Meeker during the senator’s tour through ease as he took questions from northwest Colorado. have a lot of confidence that will the group and did his best to happen. provide us with honest input on “My heart tells me he was several topics. chosen because he is just like the “I was, however, disappoint - rest of them,” Urie said of ed with the senator’s under - Bennet, who was the surprise standing of the technologies that choice by Gov. Ritter to replace have the promise of being the Ken Salazar, after Salazar was answer to Colorado’s revenue nominated by President Obama shortfalls. If the senator is look - to become the interior secretary. ing for a shovel-ready project for “That is, far left. It goes in one Colorado and the nation and is ear and heads out the other, and serious about energy independ - he is back to doing the agenda of ence that satisfies environmental the far left. Our governor chose concerns and our needs for ener - him, and I am sure that choice gy independence, Rio Blanco was for a reason — for his agen - County and northwest Colorado da. My hope is that he is for the have some answers.” people, and not some of the peo - Brixius asked one of several ple. Time will tell.” questions posed to Colorado’s JEFF BURKHEAD Still, even in Rio Blanco junior senator dealing with ener - U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet bends down to talk to Matthew Hale, 5, grandson of Michelle Hale of A group of students from Meeker High School had an opportu - County, where registered gy development. Meeker, who is chairwoman of the Rio Blanco County Democratic Committee. nity to meet the senator.

“We’re an optimistic group here in Rio Blanco County,” MEEKER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Brixius said. “We believe we have a lot to offer, in terms of what makes Colorado great. There have been millions of dol - Business of the Month lars spent on research here in this county on oil shale and clean coal technologies. I just want to get your take on how they fit in (with the administra - tion’s energy plans).” Bennet’s response followed the company line that more research was needed. “I think that we should con - tinue to support research into clean coal technology,” Bennet said. “I don’t think we’re there. We have, potentially, enormous assets, and it’s worth the invest - ment into research. “On the oil shale, I think even the energy sponsors them - selves say we’re 10 years away from knowing some pretty criti - cal answers, like how much water we’re going to have to use to develop it, and how much energy it’s going to take to SENATOR VISITS 9A See page

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The Meeker Church of Christ invites you to worship with us… Meeker Church of Christ—904 Third Street—(970) 878-3148 Paul J. Martin—(970) 878-0183 Our times of worship and Bible study are as follows: Sunday Bible Study — 10:00 am Sunday Worship — 11:00 am Wednesday Bible Study — 7:00 pm If you would like to study or visit at some other time than those listed above please call one of the numbers listed. The members of the church of Christ at Meeker are Amorette Hawkins, Ellen Boudreaux Library patron always available to study the Bible with you or assist you in any way possible. library director. staff member. Julia Davis. Renovations completed at Rangely Public Library LISTEN! HEAR! Meeker, Craig, Rangely & BY JEFF BURKHEAD to be use. We shifted and moved STAFF WRITER everything around to make the Steamboat Springs Have a [email protected] best use of space.” As part of the remodeling, New Radio Station!! RANGELY — Like the reis - the library requested a handicap JEFF BURKHEAD suing of a classic book, the near - accessibility audit, to bring the Except for some finishing touches, work is completed on a remodeling project for the Rangely ly 40-year-old Rangely Public building in line with Americans Public Library, which was funded in part by two grants from the County Capital Improvement Library has a new look. with Disabilities Act require - Trust Fund. The library’s interior has ments. undergone an extensive renova - “We voluntarily asked for an the library. more homey. The carpet also is public to visit the library and tion, thanks to a couple of grants ADA audit,” Hawkins said. “So, “It’s beautiful,” Davis said. very nice. It makes me think of check out the improvements. totaling about $60,000 from the while making (the other interior “The new stacks are very pleas - the reading room at the college I “We’re very proud of it,” she County Capital Improvement changes), we could bring things ing in that they look permanent went to.” said. “We’re happy to show it Trust Fund. The remodel, which in line with ADA regulations.” and are light in color, making With the work nearly com - off. This is a big deal for was also funded by library The new computer lab the room appear larger and pleted, Hawkins invited the Rangely, it really is.” reserves, includes new carpet, includes a handicap station and paint and shelving, as well as the front entrance to the library the addition of a new computer now features an automatic NEW CREATION FAMILY CHURCH lab. handicap door. Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship • Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Bible Study • Friday: 7:30 p.m. V-Force Youth “It is awesome,” said “We upgraded the comput - Corner of 13th & Market in Meeker 878-0822 or 948-7617 Amorette Hawkins, director of ers and added three more com - PastorPatTurner•[email protected] the Rangely Regional Library puter stations, and one of those District. “It doesn’t even look is a handicap station,” Hawkins the same. I didn’t even envision said. “We used to have comput - it looking this beautiful.” ers just scattered throughout the Hawkins, who has been library, crammed here and there. director of the library for four Now it will be an actual com - years, has a long family history puter lab.” Train now, with the library. Her grandpar - Work on the library’s remod - ents, Les and Ila Powell, both eling project began in 98.1 IN MEEKER, CRAIG signed the petition to form the November. earn tomorrow! library district. “It’s pretty much done, AND RANGELY. “They probably never except for a few touchup &HUWL¿HG WUXFN GULYHUV DUH VWLOO LQ thought their granddaughter things,” Hawkins said. “But for high demand and highly paid 104.7 IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS would someday be the library the most part, it’s done.” director,” Hawkins said. Hawkins said the library’s &'/ &HUWL¿HUV 7UXFN 'ULYLQJ 6FKRRO The library was built in 1971. board, staff and patrons were The station that everyone can agree to! 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Rangely Museum's Annual Fundraiser SENATOR VISITS 6A from page develop it. I support the current ing from the federal govern - we need to use what is avail - rural location. The students Read us online @ research and development work ment,” Welle said. “That’s a les - able, while in the transition to told me that they were that’s going on. Secretary son I don’t think we need to go green energy,” Hale said. “He impressed that he gave his theheraldtimes.com YardMay 9 • 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sale • at the museum Salazar put some of that work back to. These guys today are also stated that he would like to views, despite the fact he was on hold in order to have the spending hard dollars in the see continued research on oil most likely aware his views You can also help by donating yourgood used items you no longerneed. opportunity to examine it, Piceance Basin. I don’t support shale. I didn’t hear that he was would not align with many of which I think was the appropri - that the federal government not for oil and gas. I think we his constituents in our commu - Drop off items starting May 1, 2 and 3 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the museum, orby appointment, 675-2612, or675-8097 ate thing to do.” artificially support them in the need to add coal to that as nity. The senator’s comments did marketplace, or we will go well.” “My reason for taking stu - No clothes, please. not represent the sort of enthu - back, possibly, to the bust- Hale would have liked to dents was that I am a firm siastic endorsement for oil boom cycle in the ‘80s.” have seen more people turn out believer that apathy is one of shale development some in the Bennet said he didn’t want a for the senator’s visit. About 40 our primary issues as a nation,” audience would have liked. repeat of what happened people attended the one-hour Strate added. “If we want to fix “I think some would argue before, either. session. that, there is no better place to that clean coal technology has “In one day, virtually, in “I was disappointed by the start than with students. already arrived and that the 1982, 2,100 jobs were lost, the lack of people who were there,” Anytime I can involve students technological hurdles of oil consequence of what happened Hale said. “Regardless of in the democratic process first - shale have all but been the last time this came around,” where they stand (politically), hand, I feel like I am doing resolved,” Brixius said. “If the the senator said. “We need to this is a representative who something to address the prob - U.S. government would stop be mindful of that. This cyclical gave his time to hear what our lem.” putting roadblocks in place and nature ... I don’t live here, and I concerns were. There were Rangely’s town manager Y start clearing the road, as three don’t presume to know, but I more high school kids than said he hoped the views EL NG LTER countries in the world already know enough about how these town or county representation, expressed at last week’s meet - RA SHE have, oil shale production economies works, that the and it’s a block away from the ing made an impression on the IMAL would be a valuable commer - more cyclical it is, the higher courthouse. There cannot be senator. AN 4H cial enterprise.” the highs and the lower the complaints, if there is no partic - “I hope that Sen. Bennet Where? RBC Fairgrounds Dick Welle, general manag - lows, the harder it is for people ipation.” realized from this visit that the er of White River Electric to live their lives. We need to John Strate, who teaches residents of our county are When? Saturday, May 30, 2009 Association in Meeker, said figure out how to construct an social studies at Meeker High respectful, but anxious to be a BLARRYeautiful one-year-old Lab mix. What Time? 11am-3pm there is a difference between oil energy policy in this country School, brought some of his part of the dialogue that is both He is friendly and loves people. shale research and develop - where we are much less sus - students to the meeting with give and take,” Brixius said. He is smart, and will be easy to ment now and what happened ceptible to those fluctuations.” the senator. “We want many of the same train. His neuter is pending. WHAT’S GOIN’ ON? in the 1980s, when the industry Michelle Hale, chairwoman “I think overall my students benefits of a clean environment To claim, call: The Rangely Food, Games, Bake Sale & Booths came to a screeching halt, of the Rio Blanco County were impressed that he took with a strong economy. I hope Police Department 675-8466, Everyone is Invited resulting in a mass exodus of Democratic Committee, said the time to come to Meeker,” that he will realize that you can or the Rangely Animal Come Join the Fun & Celebrate Your 4-H jobs from the area. she liked “most” of what the Strate said. “Oftentimes both have improvement in renew - Shelter - leave message. “The difference ... we all senator had to say about students and voters here feel able energy development, need to remember that was Colorado’s energy sources. like they are not represented, without killing the goose that Contact the Members Only artificially supported by fund - “I liked the fact that he said because we live in such a small, lays the golden egg.” Rangely Police Dept. 4H RIO BLANCO COUNTY DAYS GONE BY 675-8466 When? Saturday, May 30 • 7pm-10pm I The Meeker Herald — At Don’s Market, “Frozen Bank survive to celebrate their April 25 at St. Timothy’s I 100 years ago food at prices advertised on first birthday, they have a Episcopal Church in Rangely. MEEKER RANGELY Sheriff Ellison placed Merl TV.” Meat pies, five for $1; TV brighter future to look forward Father Fields and his wife, Lyman and Jim Coltharp under dinners, 59 cents each; shrimp, to.. Vanoy, came here from School Lunch Menu School Lunch Menu arrest for passing worthless 59 cents for 10 oz. ColIorado Springs. cheIcks. The Rangely Times — Kirsty Ann Hill, Scott Craig has voted to The Meeker Herald — I 50 years ago Alan Tidwell and Roger Dale WEEK OF APRIL 27-MAY 1, 2009 WEEK OF APRIL 27-MAY 1, 2009 becoIme an incorporated town. I 25 years ago Alan Yeager broke the Hefley were in the Senior Monday Hot Dog, Baked Beans, Blueberry Crisp Monday Sausage, Pancake, Potato Triangle, Blueberries Mrs. S.M. Miller left on The Cathedral Bluffs Oil tape at the end of the 880-yard SpoItlight column from RHS. Tuesday’s stage for Denver. She Shale Project worked through a medIley relay race at Aurora. At Bestway: Ground beef, Tuesday Turkey & Cheese San, Minestrone, Fruit Tuesday BBQ Beef Sandwich, Baked Beans, Apple Crisp will take the position as assis - discussion with county officials In the Senior Spotlight: 87 cents per pound; 25 lb. bag tant in the Meeker Post Office regarding the funding of a James Urquhart, Richard flour, $4.29; 2 lb. package of Wednesday Chix Chimi or Beef Chimi, Corn, Cookie, Fruit Wednesday Pizza, Corn, Pineapple upon her return. poteIntial rec center for Meeker. Tucker, Alta Hefley, Phyllis Velveeta, $1.65. Dorothy Chappell was Franklin, Brent Murano, Thursday Chef Salad, Veggie Medley, Rolls, Pears Thursday Taco, Tossed Salad, Harvest Cake The Meeker Herald — honored as “employee of the Richard Thomas and Jack The Rangely Times — 50 years ago quarter” at Pioneers Hospital. Brown. 20 years ago I I I I Friday Ma Famiglia Pizza, Veggies, Jell-O Friday Hamburger, Potato Chips, Oranges The Tennessee Kimberly Syer and David At Bestway: A 3 lb. Can of Mr. And Mrs. David Transmission Gas Company Muxlow were united in mar - “Spry” for 88 cents. (And what, Green announced the engage - will drill a wildcat well on riage March 3 at Faith Baptist exactly, is Spry?) ment of their daughter, Alicia UppIer Strawberry. Church. The Rev. Rayburn Cox Ann, to Michael Shane The Rio Blanco The Rio Blanco Marshall Sam Cron officIiated. The Rangely Times — CusIhman. helped more than 100 boys and Critics said Meeker could - I 35 years ago The Christian churches in County lunch menus Herald Times girls during the bicyle clinic n’t support four banks; but not The Rev. Robert M. Fields the area honored George Menge held at the grade school. only did the People’s State held his first services as vicar for his 50 years in ministry. are sponsored by: www.theheraldtimes.com y u

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OBITUARY Juanita Millsaps Anderson Dinosaur monument celebrates The Rio Blanco Water Sept. 11, 1926~April 9, 2009 Conservancy's Board of Directors would like to invite Juanita (Allene) Millsaps alone. Oscar and Allene moved Junior Ranger Day on April 25 the public to attend their Anderson, 82, of Rangely, died to Grand Junction in September meeting on April 29, April 9, 2009, at the Rangely 1998, where Oscar resides in the SPECIAL TO THE HERALD TIMES 2009 to get your input con- District Hospital. home. She is also survived by cerning the fees charged for Allene was born Sept. 11, three of her children: Barbara DINOSAUR — “April 25 has 1926, to Cleo and Ada Orr been designated Junior Ranger boating and camping at (Jonathan) Daniels, Bonnie Moore, the oldest of five children Hartman, and Boyd (Iris) Day at Dinosaur National Kenney Reservoir and the in Montrose, Colo. She grew up Millsaps, all of Rangely; three Monument,” said Superinten- expenditure of the funds helping her dad and mom raise grandsons, Christopher Daniels, dent Mary Risser. generated by those fees. sheep on the Uncompagre Nathan (Rebecca) Millsaps, and The event begins at 1 p.m. at Plateau. She attended the Oak B.J. Millsaps; one sister, Shirley the visitor center near Jensen, Utah. Event activities include Grove School. Roady and one brother, LeRoy The meeting will be held special activities aimed at help - Allene married her first love, Moore. at the District’s Office ing children complete the Junior Roscoe L. Millsaps in Montrose. She is preceded in death by 2252 EastMain Street They lived several places in the Ranger and Junior her parents Cleo and Ada, sisters area after Roscoe’s return from Paleontologist booklet. Children 6:00pm Dorothy and Peggy, son Ben World War II. Together they who complete the activities in Millsaps, son-in-law Ron raised four children. The family the booklet will be presented a moved to Rangely, Colo., in 1966. Hartman and a very special badge. The booklet, badge, and Mom helped support the family friend, Tina Rector. activities are free for each child by working as a custodian at the In lieu of flowers mom asked wishing to participate, and there Rangely Elementary School. that donations be made to the is no entrance fee to the monu - COURTESY PHOTO Bible Baptist Church AWANA ment on this day. Corbin Pacheco and Ripley Taylor of Vernal, Utah, are sworn in ND Roscoe left her behind Nov. 26, as junior paleontologists on Junior Ranger Day 2008. 2 ANNUAL 1976, to go help prepare her Program or to a hospice in your The Junior Ranger program, home in heaven. Mom continued area. created by the National Park COACH BOB TUCKER to work at the school until her Funeral services were held at Service in the 1960s, engages retirement. She loved helping 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 24 at the kids in age-appropriate activi - MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT Bible Baptist Church in Rangely. ties that introduce them to the to benefit the Coach Bob Tucker Scholarship Fund with the AWANA kids at the church after her retirement. Interment followed in the treasures of the national park system and allow them to dis - Date: Saturday, May 2, 2008 She married her second love, Rangely Cemetery. Cochran’s Oscar D. Anderson, Oct. 20, 1996, Rangely Mortuary was entrusted cover the significance of these special places and to understand Location: Meeker Golf Course - Meeker, CO after almost 20 years of being with the arrangements. Format: 4-Person Scramble 4-H NEWS Entry Fee: $80 per person (Includes Greens Fee, Cart, Lunch & Prizes) Mrs. Rayola Rust gave a year. Pre-tournament Events: Feeder show, clinic manual to the first-year goat and We had our first demonstra - • Buy a Mulligan (or two!) - $5 scheduled for May 19 sheep members. The feeder tions. Morgan did the nutrition • Purchase Extra Yardage - $10 show and weigh-in has been station, Meg Nieslanik did BY MACY COLLINS • Golf Ball Grab changed to May 19 at 4 p.m. choosing a lamb and Denee SPECIAL TO THE HERALD TIMES Lunch: Join us! $17, if not participating in the tournament The showmanship clinic will be Chintala did 4-H equipment. The Sheep and Goat at 5:30 p.m. and the show will We all had to tell what we follow, then we’ll eat together. learned. We will have two booths Registration: Forms available at the Meeker Golf Course Growers met on April 16, at 7 COURTESY PHOTO p.m. Morgan Neilson called the You have to attend three out at the carnival. Chandler May is Kelton, Chloe, and Rylee Villard of Craig proudly display their & local businesses or contact Jim Cook at of the six meetings to sell at the our junior leader, and she will newly earned junior paleontologist badge on Junior Ranger Day meeting to order. Uri Goedert led 2008. the Meeker GolfCourse (970) 878-5642 the pledges and Allie Ridings fair. Country of Origin Label organize the carnival and is in called roll. Taylor Neilson gave a forms have to be turned in at charge of sheep lead. the importance of protecting online component, WebRangers treasurer’s report, and Mason weigh-in. You can weigh-in three We adjourned at 7:45 p.m. them. Today, the Junior Ranger (www.nps.gov/webrangers), animals and only show two; you and the first-year members got Scritchfield gave a council program serves 383,639 children which receives more than 1 mil - report. can’t have a family animal this some papers from the leaders. in 297 Parks. It also includes an lion visitors annually.

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Rio Blanco Herald Times • April 23, 2009 11A BOB TUCKER MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT SSppoorrttss IS MAY 2 AT MEEKER GOLF COURSE: BANQUET Every sport CONCLUDES was Tucker’s BY JEFF BURKHEAD involvement, as well as demon - SEASON STAFF WRITER strating integrity, sportsmanship, [email protected] upstanding character and proven ability to overcome adversity. MHS seniors Crowe MEEKER — He was a man Bob Tucker grew up in for all seasons. Meeker, where he played foot - For nearly 30 years, Bob ball, basketball and track in high and Kilduff honored Tucker was a Meeker coach and school. He went on to Mesa teacher, retiring in 1995. College, where he played foot - MEEKER — The 2008-09 “You could tell what season it ball, basketball and baseball, even Meeker High School boys bas - was by the ball he had in his though he had never played com - ketball season concluded action COWBOYS hand,” said Irven Griffen, an offi - petitive baseball before, because March 14 when the Colorado cer with the Meeker Golf Course Meeker High School didn’t have State High School Activities Board of Directors. a baseball program at the time. Association presented them A benefit golf tournament, in “He was a natural athlete,” Jo with the third place state trophy honor of the late coach, will be Tucker said, adding her late hus - by virtue of their season’s work held May 2 at the Meeker course. band was the first Coloradan to and final victory of the year over This will be the second year for be selected to an All-American the Ignacio Bobcats in the the memorial tournament. junior college football team. Massari Arena at CSU-Pueblo. “It went quite well,” said Bob Tucker was inducted into The final team activity for the Tucker’s widow, Jo, of the inau - the Mesa State Hall of Honor in year was the annual banquet gural tournament. “We had 71 1998. In 1995, the year he retired prepared and hosted by the par - players. We had to postpone the from Meeker High School, the ents of the players. Cole Steiner, Ryan Wix tournament a week, because of road between the middle school Approximately 60 parents, Juniors — Tyrell Gerloff, the snow, but it went together and the high school was named family and friends gathered to Colton Brown, Mitch Jacob, Seth real well.” for him. JEFF BURKHEAD honor this year’s two outgoing Boesch, Dakota Rowlett, Ever Tucker died in 2006 at the age In his 12 seasons as football Clinton “Weeg” Kilduff, one of two seniors on the Meeker boys’ basketball team, holds the third- Olivas, Brock Campbell place trophy from the state tournament at last Sunday’s end-of-the-season banquet. seniors and the team for their of 74. coach at MHS, his teams went 74- accomplishments on the court. Seniors — Clinton Kilduff, The golf tournament is a 38, with four playoff appearances Master of ceremonies and out - Brian Crowe fundraiser for college scholar - and a second-place finish at state. going senior Clinton “Weeg” ships, available to graduates of His nine seasons as coach of MHS Kilduff welcomed and thanked White River Electric Meeker High School. baseball included four trips to the everyone for coming. After a Shootout Scholarship — Clinton “We give a $500 scholarship state tournament, and in five sea - potluck dinner prepared by the Kilduff every year,” Jo Tucker said. sons as coach of girls’ basketball, parents, a slide show recapping Points Leader — Brian “We’ve given two. One was to he compiled a 67-32 record, three the season started the evening’s Crowe Chas Mills, who was the first league titles and a consolation activities. Coach Klark Kindler Chairman of the Boards recipient, in 2007. Then, it was championship in the state play - commented on the season and (Rebounds) — Colton Brown Tyler Howey last year. We’re hav - offs in 1990. He also served as then extended thank yous, Free Throw Percentage — ing the interviews for the scholar - athletic director, coached and including the school board, and Tyrel Gerloff (71 percent) ship the day before (the golf tour - taught at Barone Middle School the administration for their con - Assist Leader — Mitch Jacob nament).” and somehow found time to tinued support and Dale Frisby Coaches Awards — Cole A committee made up of Jo coach swimming and little league for his attendance at games. He Steiner, Jake Nieslanik Tucker and her three daughters, a baseball concluded his comments by community member and a school “No, I didn’t get to see him,” thanking the community for All-Conference: district member decides on the joked Jo Tucker. “And, of course, “the tremendous support it First team — Colton Brown, scholarship recipient. he had to have three daughters, showed all season.” Tyrell Gerloff, Mitch Jacob, Brian “This year, we had 10 stu - instead of boys.” Awards were handed out to Crowe dents who applied,” Jo Tucker At least two daughters will be all 15 players. Each member of Honorable Mention — Brock said. on hand for the tournament the team gained valuable varsity Campbell The criteria for the scholar - named in honor of their father, experience and all team mem - ship includes having a grade whoIwas an avid golfer. bers were awarded varsity let - Other awards point average of 2.0 or better, Contributions to the Coach ters. Coach Kindler commented Brian Crowe — Denver Post having participated in two differ - Bob Tucker Scholarship Fund can on each of the players prior to 2nd Team All-State, Colorado ent high school sports for a mini - be made in care of First National handing out the awards. Preps 2nd Team All-State, N.W. mum of three years, community League Player of the Year, Bank of the Rockies. JEFF BURKHEAD Each year the banquet hon - Above: Senior Brian Crowe, ors the outgoing seniors. Coach Colorado Coaches Association right, the league player of the All-State Game Selection, year, will represent Meeker at Kindler commented on the work and the play of both seniors in Yampa Valley Officials Rose goes 1-7 in Pa. the All-State Games, and junior Association Sportsman of the Seth Boesch, who wrote an the program. Kindler then read Year Award BY JEFF BURKHEAD (with the results),” Devon’s emotional school paper about an emotional paper written by the Cowboys’ season that was Mitch Jacob — State 2A All- STAFF WRITER father said. “But I think it went Seth Boesch that summed up the read at last Sunday’s banquet. season for the Cowboys and the tournament team, Colorado [email protected] well, really. Like I told him, a lot Left: Coach Klark Kindler rec - Preps 3rd Team All-State of those kids knew a couple of ognized each of the players two seniors. In concluding the RANGELY — Local wrestler months ago (they were going to from Meeker’s 25-2 team. ceremonies, Kilduff and Crowe thanked everyone for their sup - In addition, Coach Klark Devon Rose represented compete), but he found out a Kindler has been selected to Colorado at the Brute Scholastic week ago. So, with only a week to port and attendance during the season. coach in the Colorado Coaches Showcase last weekend in York, practice and cut weight, I think Association All-State Games Pa. he did great.” with Brian Crowe. The annual And even though he didn’t Devon Rose, who finished AWARDS games showcase the best high fare as well as he would have fourth at state this season as a school talent in the State of liked — he went 1-7 against stiff junior, was added to the roster Varsity letters: Freshmen — Trey Morris, Colorado. This year’s games competition — it was a good after another wrestler backed out. will be held in Greeley at the experience, said his father, Dusti The team from Colorado — Lake Bullard Sophomores — Trevor UNC Campus on Saturday, June Rose. 13 with the preliminary games DEVON ROSE 12A Matrisciano, Jake Nieslanik, “He was kind of disappointed See page beginning at 8 a.m.

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Activity for April 10-16 Meeker Market St., Meeker RBSO-2:30 p.m.-VIN inspection at 54552 RBSO-2:24 a.m.-Assist MPD at 285 Sixth MPD-3:57 p.m.-Civil situation at 794 10th Hwy 64, Meeker WE LOVE DIRTY LAUNDRY! ! WEST29 E. Victory Way THEATRE • Craig • 824-2000 ! Key: RBSO-Rio Blanco County Sheriff St., Meeker St., Meeker RBSO-3:04 p.m.-Citizen assist at County ! ! RBSO-2:29 a.m.-DUI at 41000 Hwy 13, RBSO-4:25 p.m.-VIN inspection at 36600 Rd. 15 and Hwy 13, Meeker ! Ciinema 1:: Now Showing ! MPD-Meeker Police Department The Meeker Laundry MVFR-Meeker Volunteer Fire and Rescue Meeker Hwy 64, Rangely RBSO-3:18 p.m.-Warrant arrest at 131 THE FAST AND FURIOUS • PG-13 RBSO-10:51 a.m.-Traffic arrest at 45000 River Rd., Rangely ! Mon.-Thurs. 7pm • Fri.-Sat. 7 & 9:30 • Sun. 4pm Only ! RAMB-Rangely Ambulance MPD-4:28 p.m.-VIN inspection at 555 Main Hwy 139, Rangely RPD-5:06 p.m.-Fingerprints taken at 209 E. COIN OPERATED DROP OFF COMMERCIAL ! ! RFD-Rangely Fire Department St., Meeker MPD-11:00 a.m.-Assist other agencies at Main St., Rangely ! Ciinema 2:: Starts Friday ! RPD-Rangely Police Department RBSO-4:34 p.m.-Warrant arrest at 555 WASHERS & DRYERS SERVICE SERVICES 268 Fourth St., Meeker Main St., Meeker MPD-6:03 p.m.-Fire call at 760 11th St., ) ) !LAST HOUSE ON THE LEFT • R! RPD-11:16 a.m.-Animal impound at 407 ½ Meeker Store Hours: 7am-9pm Drop Off Hours: 2-4pm and 7-9pm 7 Days A Week! Mon.-Sat. 7pm Only • Sun. 4pm & 7pm Only April 10 MPD-4:50 p.m.-Citizen assist at 700 Park ! West Theater will no longer accept personal checks. Sunday matinee ! RPD-12:54 a.m.-Suspicious person on Bronco Rd., Rangely Ave., Meeker RBSO-6:45 p.m.-Trespass at 613 E. Rodeo 225 8th Street ~ Just a 1/2 Block from Hwy 13 • Meeker both theaters 4 PM. For R rated movies, children under 17 must ! be accompanied by a responsible adult. ! County Rd. 108, Rangely MPD-12:11 p.m.-Warrant arrest at 765 12th RPD-5:16 p.m.-Parking complaint at 215 E. Rd., Rangely 878-5607 & 878-5095 • In Business Since 1952 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! RBSO-1:12 a.m.-Traffic arrest at 30800 St., Meeker Raven Ave., Rangely RBSO-7:03 p.m.-Assist MVFR at 4160 Hwy 13, Meeker RBSO-3:08 p.m.-Motorist assist at 70000 RPD-5:24 p.m.-Fingerprints taken at 209 E. County Rd. 8, Meeker MPD-6:51 a.m.-Motorist assist at 570 Hwy 139, Rangely Main St., Rangely RBSO-7:37 p.m.-Animal call at 72000 Hwy Second St., Meeker RBSO-4:57 p.m.-Animal call at 59000 Hwy RPD-5:30 p.m.-Motorist assist at Shale Dr. 64, Meeker RBSO-7:53 a.m.-Accident with property 64, Meeker and Hwy 64, Rangely MPD-10:41 p.m.-Animal call at 600 damage at 55000 Hwy 139, Rangely MPD-6:42 p.m.-Motorist assist at 345 MPD-5:46 p.m.-Motorist assist at 700 Seventh St., Meeker MPD-8:13 a.m.-VIN inspection at 628 Main Cleveland St., Meeker Sulphur Creek Rd., Meeker RBSO-11:54 p.m.-Traffic arrest at 36000 St., Meeker RPD-8:22 p.m.-REDDI report on 100 block RPD-5:47 p.m.-Public intoxication and Hwy 13, Meeker RPD-8:44 a.m.-Citizen assist at 209 E. of Pinyon Dr., Rangely arrest at Rangely Camper Park, Traffic stops: 33 total. RBSO: 31; RPD: 2. Main St., Rangely RBSO-9:00 p.m.-Traffic arrest at 26000 Rangely Hwy 13, Meeker April 15 RPD-8:46 a.m.-Notice to comply at 734 E. RBSO-5:59 p.m.-Traffic arrest at 49000 MPD/MVFR-6:32 a.m.-Fire call at 101 Ute MPD-11:17 p.m.-Disturbance at 1100 Rio Blanco Ave., Rangely Hwy 13, Meeker Dr., Meeker Cleveland St., Meeker MPD-9:29 a.m.-Animal call at 1000 Park MPD-6:46 p.m.-Harassment at 564 MPD-7:16 a.m.-Animal call at 711 10th St., Traffic stops: 30 total. RBSO: 21; MPD: 7; Ave., Meeker Seventh St., Meeker Meeker RPD: 2. RPD-9:49 a.m.-Assist social services at MPD-7:04 p.m.-Motorist assist at 345 RBSO/MVFR-11:33 a.m.-Ambulance call at 728 E. Rio Blanco Ave., Rangely April 12 Cleveland St., Meeker 23406 County Rd. 5, Meeker MPD-10:29 a.m.-Motorist assist at 271 E. RBSO-12:03 a.m.-Property case at 26000 RBSO-10:06 p.m.-Narcotics case on MPD-1:30 p.m.-Civil situation at 980 Karen Below 100, Above 200, One Hundred Twenty over 80 Market St., Meeker Hwy 13, Meeker County Rd. 104, Rangely Ct., Meeker RBSO/MVFR-12:24 p.m.-Ambulance call at RPD-1:14 a.m.-Citizen assist at Foothill Dr. RPD-10:29 p.m.-Suspicious person on MPD-2:44 p.m.-Animal call at 40 Sixth St., Do you know what these numbers mean? They are the ideal levels for your 2500 County Rd. 26, Meeker and Thomas Ct., Rangely Rodeo Rd., Rangely Meeker RPD-12:44 p.m.-Civil standby at 2248 E. RPD-11:01 p.m.-Traffic arrest at 800 E. glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure. Learning about these three key RPD-2:11 a.m.-Noise complaint at RBSO-3:45 p.m.-VIN inspection at 555 Main St., Rangely Cottonwood and River Rd., Rangely Main St., Rangely Main St., Meeker numbers can help prevent heart disease and diabetes. MPD-12:49 p.m.-Fraud case at 345 MPD-7:58 a.m.-Civil situation at 555 Main RBSO-11:12 p.m.-Assist RPD at 800 E. RBSO-3:50 p.m.-VIN inspection at 555 Cleveland St., Meeker St., Meeker Main St., Rangely Main St., Meeker RPD-1:08 p.m.-Traffic accident at 124 E. MPD-10:19 a.m.-Citizen assist at 903 Third Traffic stops: 29 total. RBSO: 24; MPD: 5. RPD-5:14 p.m.-Fingerprints taken at 209 E. Main St., Rangely St., Meeker Main St., Rangely MPD-2:13 p.m.-Civil situation at 723 Market April 14 Join us forthe 9Health Fair to Get YourNumbers RBSO-11:03 a.m.-Motorist assist at 41000 RBSO-1:21 a.m.-Assist RPD at 505 W. RPD-5:17 p.m.-Animal complaint on the St., Meeker Hwy 13, Meeker Main St., Rangely 300 block of Steele, Rangely MPD-3:08 p.m.-Suspicious incident at 980 MPD-12:22 p.m.-Property case at 125 Fifth RPD-1:24 a.m.-Assist RAMB at 505 W. RPD-6:57 p.m.-Assist RAMB at 111 Karen Ct., Meeker St., Meeker Main St., Rangely Foothill, Rangely RPD-3:10 p.m.-Animal complaint at 221 E. RPD-12:34 p.m.-Animal complaint at 616 RBSO-7:05 a.m.-Assist CSP at 65000 Hwy RPD-8:32 p.m.-Lock-out at 863 E. Main St., Rangely Ave., Rangely E. Main St., Rangely 64, Meeker Rangely RBSO-3:12 p.m.-Motorist assist at 200 W. RPD-12:36 p.m.-Assist RAMB on 500 block RBSO-7:21 a.m.-Animal call at 2969 RBSO-9:04 p.m.-Traffic arrest at 39000 SATURDAY APRIL 25, 2009 Main St., Rangely of W. Main St., Rangely County Rd. 8, Meeker Hwy 13, Meeker RBSO-3:26 p.m.-Traffic arrest at 700 W. RBSO-1:18 p.m.-Animal call at 60500 Hwy RBSO-9:20 a.m.-Animal call at County Rd. Traffic stops: 28 total. RBSO: 26; RPD: 2. Main St., Rangely 139, Rangely 102 and County Rd. 130, Rangely MPD-3:39 p.m.-Animal call at 100 Water MPD-3:15 p.m.-Motorist assist at 812 April 16 RBSO-9:49 a.m.-Abandoned vehicle at MPD-4:47 a.m.-Animal call at 400 E. St., Meeker Market St., Meeker 52000 Hwy 64, Meeker Market St., Meeker 7:00am to 11:00am MPD-4:59 p.m.-VIN inspection at 919 MPD/MVFR-3:33 p.m.-Ambulance call at RBSO-10:18 a.m.-SMM contact/violation at MPD-11:43 a.m.-Theft at 530 Main St., Garfield St., Meeker 1012 Cleveland St., Meeker 3100 County Rd. 3, Meeker Meeker RPD-6:12 p.m.-Fingerprints taken at 209 E. RBSO-5:46 p.m.-VIN inspection at 2839 RPD-11:17 a.m.-VIN inspection at 209 E. MPD-12:45 p.m.-VIN inspection at 555 Main St., Rangely Shale Dr., Rangely Main St., Rangely Main St., Meeker MPD-6:19 p.m.-Traffic complaint at 910 RPD-10:24 p.m.-Suspicious incident on N. RPD-11:22 a.m.-VIN inspection at 203 RBSO-1:03 p.m.-Motorist assist at 17030 FAIRFIELD CENTER Water St., Meeker Hwy 139, Rangely Cottonwood, Rangely RBSO-9:01 p.m.-Accident with property Hwy 64, Rangely Traffic stops: 16 total. RBSO: 10; MPD: 1; RPD-11:51 a.m.-Notice to comply at 613 damage at 49000 Hwy 64, Meeker RPD-1:11 p.m.-VIN inspection at 1535 La RPD: 5. Lake St., Rangely RBSO-9:10 p.m.-Assist CSP at 40000 Hwy Mesa, Rangely RPD-11:54 a.m.-Funeral escort at 1402 E. · The 9Health Fair is a community partnership with 9Health Fair, Rio Blanco 13, Meeker April 13 RPD-4:29 p.m.-Theft at 783 E. Main St., Main St., Rangely MPD-9:17 p.m.-Assist CSP at 40000 Hwy MPD-8:13 a.m.-Traffic arrest at 812 Market Rangely Fire Protection District, Pioneers Medical Center and the Meeker Lions MPD-1:06 p.m.-Animal call at 711 10th St., 13, Meeker St., Meeker RBSO-6:48 p.m.-Warrant arrest at 555 Club. Meeker RBSO-10:27 p.m.-Traffic arrest at 15000 MPD/MVFR-8:43 a.m.-Ambulance call at Main St., Meeker 45839 Hwy 13, Meeker RBSO-1:23 p.m.-Warrant arrest at 555 RBSO-8:29 p.m.-Warrant arrest at 55 E. Hwy 64, Rangely MPD-9:05 a.m.-Assault at 1133 Michael Main St., Meeker Main St., Meeker Traffic Stops: 28 total. RBSO: 21; MPD: 1; · Free and low-cost health screenings, along with educational health infor- Circle, Meeker RBSO-1:25 p.m.-Warrant arrest at 555 RBSO-11:00 p.m.-Narcotics case at 500 S. RPD: 6. mation, are available at the Fairfield Center from 7:00a.m. to 11:00a.m. RBSO-9:18 a.m.-VIN inspection at 3313 Main St., Meeker Kennedy Dr., Rangely April 11 County Rd. 33, Meeker RBSO-1:30 p.m.-Warrant arrest at 555 RPD-11:25 p.m.-Assist RBSO at 500 S. RPD-12:44a.m.-Suspicious vehicle on the RBSO-2:21 p.m.-Traffic arrest at 65000 Main St., Meeker Kennedy Dr., Rangely · 9Health Fair participants can access free screenings such as finger stick 700 block of W. Hwy 64, Rangely Hwy 139, Rangely MPD-2:29 p.m.-VIN inspection at 555 Main Traffic stops: 25 total. RBSO: 24; RPD: 1. glucose, skin, vision, blood pressure, breast, and more. An optional screening is a blood cell count that measures four components: white blood count, hemoglobin concentration, hematocrit value, and platelet count. Plant Center receives grant from EnCana · Drink lots of water the evening before and the morning of the 9Health SPECIAL TO THE HERALD TIMES ty of seed threshing, increasing seed yields, nies creating well pads, pipelines, and serv - Fair. Also, remember not to eat any food or drink anything, other than improving efficiency of clean out time ice roads all have choices of suitable plant water, for 12 hours before the 9Health Fair.” RBC — Funds received from EnCana will between crops, harvesting more crops in a materials for their revegetation needs be used to help with the $176,340 purchase of timely manner, enabling the harvest of more because of the work that UCEPC does. a new Kincaid model 2045 combine that crops in a timely manner and reducing seed A new combine will allow the continued BASIC SCREENINGS replaces a 31-year-old machine at the Plant cleaning time. delivery of those products to our customers · Blood Chemistry Screening (Blood Draw Costs $30) Center. Efficient threshing is the culmination of a and the end users, and it will improve the · Blood Cell Count (Cost $15) EnCana’s generous contribution of farming operation. The ultimate benefactors efficiency in which it is done. · PSA (Men Only) (Cost $25) $20,000 toward the purchase of a combine for of Upper Colorado Environmental Plant This past year, UCEPC harvested 37 the business will make a significant impact Center (UCEPC) plant research and develop - crops. Of these, 13 were harvested with our · Colon Cancer Screening Kit (Cost $20) on its ability to continue to provide adequate ment efforts are those entities that plant with combine, or 35 percent of the total harvests. · Height/Weight/Body Mass Index supplies of superior, tested plant materials to confidence, proven, tested, and locally The next highest number of harvests, nine, · Vision the commercial seed industry in the west. adapted plant materials for revegetation of which represents 24 percent, were done with · Pulse and Blood Pressure Screening The Kincaid model 2045 combine has disturbed land. a mechanical seed stripper. Hand harvests threshing features that will provide much Ranchers and farmers reseeding a and swathing were used to harvest 15 crops. greater efficiency in the harvest of native degraded pasture or wishing to improve Equipment clean-out after harvest is also Payments for these services may be made plant seed used in reclamation and revegeta - rangeland, public entities such as BLM or a big labor concern during the most critical by check written to the 9Health Fair. tion projects throughout the west. U.S. Forest Service, reseeding after wildfires time of year. Our present combine requires Specifically, the acquisition of a new combine or enterprises that plan disturbances such as 16 hours of cleaning time before it is useable will help the business with improving quali - the Department of Transportation or compa - with the next harvest.

LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES 12,366.48 DAY, TRAVIS, PC MEETING, 100.00 INTERN'L CODE COUNCIL, SPLYS, 100.00 PUBLIC SAFETY WHSE, SPLYS, 332.85 UNIVRSL RUBBER STAMP, SPLYS, 28.10 600.00 RIO BLANCO COUNTY BAKERY, THE, SPLYS, 24.30 DENNEY, CASSANDRA, PRCH SVCS, INTERN'L CODE COUNCIL, SPLYS, 249.25 QUILL CORPORATION, SPLYS, 447.25 VALLEY HARDWARE, PRCH SVCS, 341.99 --GENERAL FUND TOTAL--, 350,468.97 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE BAR V 2 RANCH, SPLYS, 80.00 71.73 J.C. WATT, PRMT REFUND, 600.00 QWEST, PRCH SVCS, 772.18 VALUE WEST, INC, SPLYS, 2,000.00 FUND: CAPITAL EXPENDITURES PUBLICATION LIST BOY-KO SUPPLY CO, SPLYS, 1,027.52 DISTRICT ATTORNEY, PRCH SVCS, JACKSON'S OFFICE, SPLYS, 2,991.69 QWEST - LONG DISTANCE, PRCH SVCS, WARRIOR SCIENCE GROUP, VC-PRCH VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT MARCH 31, 2009 BT CONFERENCING, PRCH SVCS, 18,233.17 JOHNSON, ALIDA, PRCH SVCS, 157.50 215.16 SVCS, (71.00) TYLER TECH, INC., INFO SVCS, 36,756.04 FUND: GENERAL 2,145.00 DUCEY'S ELECTRIC, INC., BLDG REPAIR, JOHNSTONE SUPPLY, SPLYS, 299.92 RALEY, DAVE, PC MEETING, 50.00 WATT'S RANCH MARKET, BLDG REPAIR, TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INFO SVCS, VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT CARROTHERS, MICHELLE, PRCH SVCS, 1,518.88 JOOS, MIKE, PRCH SVCS, 86.33 RAM DESIGNS, L.L.C., PRCH SVCS, 998.50 1,625.00 2H MECHANICAL SERVICE, BLDG RE- 43.13 ELECTION CENTER, THE, MC-PRCH SVCS, JOY, JAMES W., PRCH SVCS, 500.00 303.75 WEATHERFORD ELECTRIC, PRCH SVCS, --CAPITAL EXPENDITURE TOTAL--, PAIR, 2,433.41 CDW GOVERNMENT INC., SPLYS, 349.00 JSC, INC., PRCH SVCS, 3,350.00 RANGELY TRUE VALUE, BLDG REPAIR, 2,950.23 38,381.04 8TH ST BED & BREAKFST, PRCH SVCS, 2,435.70 EMC PLUMBING & HEATING, PRCH KINNEY, ROY (CORONER), PRCH SVCS, 634.49 WENDLL'S, CNTC SVCS, 69.53 FUND: ROAD & BRIDGE 75.00 CEBT, MC-COBRA INS, 2,581.13 SVCS, 333.43 200.00 RANGELY, TOWN OF, UTIL, 2,205.86 WEST SLOPE RESOURCES, PRCH SVCS, VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT ACCIDENT RECON, PRCH SVCS, 89.00 CEMA, PRCH SVCS, 135.00 ENTENMANN-ROVIN CO., UNFM/CLOTH, LAB SAFETY SUPPLY, INC, SPLYS, REDI SERVICES, LLC, PRCH SVCS, 1,936.15 BORCHARD, KRIS, PRCH SVCS, 552.00 AIRPORT WINDSOCK CORP, SPLYS, CENTRAL DISTRIBUTING, SPLYS, 198.65 118.36 250.05 1,359.00 WESTERN SLOPE CONSULT, SPLYS, CDW GOVERNMENT INC., SPLYS, 571.28 106.80 CENTURYTEL, PRCH SVCS, 177.20 ESI ELEVATOR SERVICES, PRCH SVCS, LENOVO, INC, SPLYS, 3,213.70 RESPOND FIRST AID, SPLYS, 69.03 5,642.44 CENTURYTEL, PRCH SVCS, 98.61 ALSCO, INC, PRCH SVCS, 999.39 CHEVRON, PRMT REFUND, 1,350.00 162.00 LEXIS NEXIS MATTHEW B, SPLYS, 45.30 RBC HISTORICAL, PRCH SVCS, 17,500.00 WHITE RIVER DIST, UTIL, 130.00 CU OF COLORADO, PRCH SVCS, 1,780.36 AMICK, NANCY, PRCH SVCS, 87.00 CMI, INC., SPLYS, 889.95 EVERGREEN, SPLYS, 160.00 LUCERO, JEANI, PRCH SVCS, 49.50 RIO BLANCO HERALD TIMES, PRCH WHITE RIVER ELECTRIC, PRCH SVCS, D&M WIRE ROPE, INC., SPLYS, 68.86 ASPEN LEAF DENTAL, PRCH SVCS, 47.00 COCHRAN MEMORIAL, PRCH SVCS, FARRIS, TOM, PRCH SVCS, 525.00 MADISON, JEFF, PRCH SVCS, 525.28 SVCS, 2,001.44 5,125.74 DUCKELS CONSTRUCTION, PRCH SVCS, ATMOS ENERGY, UTIL, 2,221.68 350.00 FEDEX, PRCH SVCS, 263.11 MCGUIRE AUTO PARTS, SPLYS, 10.04 SAFEBUILT, INC, PRJCT SUPPRT, WHITE RIVER ENERGY, PRCH SVCS, 64,526.63 AVFUEL CORPORATION, AVIATION GAS, CO ASSESSORS' ASSO, PRCH SVCS, FT COLLINS WINLECTRIC, SPLYS, 202.57 MEEKER AIRPORT, CNTC SVCS, 4,388.08 1,134.25 309.21 GRAND VALLEY IMAGING, PRCH SVCS, 20.00 GALL'S INC., SPLYS, 743.25 MEEKER GENERAL MERC, SPLYS, 80.49 SALSBURY INDUSTRIES, SPLYS, 19.00 WHITE RIVER MARKET, FOOD SPLYS, 31.22 CO ASSN OF TAX ASSR, PRCH SVCS, GARRETT PLUMBING, PRCH SVCS, MEEKER SANITATION DIST, UTIL, 294.00 SALSBURY INDUSTRIES, VC-SPLYS, 274.11 JACKSON'S OFFICE, SPLYS, 1,116.07 125.00 385.46 MEEKER, TOWN OF, UTIL, 317.00 (19.00) WINKLER, TIM, PC MEETING, 100.00 LYLE SIGNS, INC., SPLYS, 246.52 CO COUNTIES, INC, PRCH SVCS, 35.09 GEMPLER'S, SPLYS, 237.85 MILES, ALTON L. BUD, PC MEETING, SAMUELSON'S TRUE VALUE, UNFM/ WOODRUFF, SI, PRCH SVCS, 33.94 MARES, PAT, PRCH SVCS, 212.00 CO COUNTY ATTY'S, DUES, 450.00 GIOVANNI'S, SPLYS - RA, 60.75 100.00 CLOTH, 518.48 WYATT'S SPORTS CENTER, FIREARM MCGRAW-HILL CNSTRCTN, PRCH SVCS, CO DEPT OF PUBLIC, PRCH SVCS, 30.00 GLOBALSTAR USA, PRCH SVCS, 144.72 MOON LAKE ELECTRIC, UTIL, 1,427.36 SILVERTIP PRINTING COM, SPLYS, SPLYS, 18.87 196.00 CO DEPT OF TRANSP, PRCH SVCS, GRAINGER, SPLYS, 248.40 NATIONAL POLICE CANINE, PRCH SVCS, 188.00 XEROX CORPORATION, PRCH SVCS, MEEKER GENERAL MERC, SPLYS, 74.95 125.00 GRAINGER, SPLYS, 105.21 110.00 SPECTORSOFT, PRCH SVCS, 695.00 131.02 MEEKER, TOWN OF, INTER GOV'T, Manicures O Pedicures CO DIVISION OF HLTH, SPLYS, 600.00 HART INTERCIVIC, PRCH SVCS, 54.00 NELCO, SPLYS, 303.65 STAPLES BUSINESS, SPLYS, 1,313.05 CEBT, INSURANCE, 74,472.14 8,826.47 Facials O Waxing CO NORTHWESTERN, CNTC SVCS, HEROD INDUSTRIES, INC., PRCH SVCS, NFPA, PRCH SVCS, 121.45 SUPERIOR LAMP, INC., SPLYS, 424.36 CO ST WITHHOLDINGS, CO STATE W/H, NICHOLS STORE, PRCH SVCS, 34.00 Tanning 3,572.15 524.00 PHIL'S REFRIGERATION, PRCH SVCS, SWANSON SERVICES, SPLYS, 263.70 10,536.00 NOTARY LAW INSTITUTE, PRCH SVCS, CO POLICE K9 ASSO, PRCH SVCS, 40.00 HOPKINS, OAKLEY, PC MEETING, 100.00 1,103.00 TOSHIBA, SPLYS, 2,305.55 FEDERAL WITHHOLDINGS, FEDERAL W/H, 26.00 CO SOCIETY OF CPA, PRCH SVCS, HUTCHINS, JOHN, PRCH SVCS, 8.83 PIONEERS MEDICAL CNTR, PRCH SVCS, TRI COUNTY FIRE, PRCH SVCS, 1,649.50 75,717.26 NYE, KEVIN, PRCH SVCS, 212.00 335 Sixth St., Ste. 4 235.00 I365, INC., PRCH SVCS, 3,465.20 101.00 TURK, JODY, PRCH SVCS, 88.00 GREAT WEST, RETIREMENT, 40,526.00 PITNEY BOWES RESERVE, PRCH SVCS, Meeker, CO CO ST PATROL, SPLYS, 12.00 IDCSERVCO, SPLYS, 587.19 PITNEY BOWES RESERVE, PRCH SVCS, TYLER TECH, INC., SPLYS, 152.34 LAW OFFICE OF TAYLOR, WAGE 64.23 COULTER AVIATION, PRCH SVCS, 845.44 INFORMATION SYSTEMS CO, PRCH 1,208.00 UNION TELEPHONE CO, PRCH SVCS, ASNMNT, 340.27 QWEST, PRCH SVCS, 148.13 970.878.0505 CU OF COLORADO, PRCH SVCS, 4,669.96 SVCS, 1,226.52 PUBLIC SAFETY CENTER, SPLYS, 569.54 331.49 WA STATE SUPPORT, WAGE ASNMNT, QWEST - LONG DISTANCE, PRCH SVCS, CPAXLP CAXCA

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48.38 2,265.45 VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT --CENTRAL SERVICES FUND TOTAL--, 37.50 HIGH DESERT OUTDOOR, PRTS/ACC, 1,176.43 RANGELY AUTO PARTS, SPLYS, 277.06 VALLEY HARDWARE, SPLYS, 35.33 UNION TELEPHONE CO, PRCH SVCS, 8,789.37 CU OF COLORADO, PRCH SVCS, 308.47 198.45 MEEKER SANITATION DIST, UTIL, 49.00 RANGELY TRUE VALUE, SPLYS, 69.51 WATT'S RANCH MARKET, FOOD SPLYS, 12.27 FUND: FLEET MANAGEMENT DENVER INDUSTRIAL SALES, PRTS/ACC, HONNEN EQUIPMENT CO., PRCH SVCS, MEEKER, TOWN OF, UTIL, 65.00 RANGELY, TOWN OF, INTER GOV'T, 170.75 --WEED/PEST CNTRL FUND TOTAL--, VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT 851.50 2,033.92 MOON LAKE ELECTRIC, UTIL, 1,952.30 6,924.15 WHITE RIVER MARKET, FOOD SPLYS, 12.27 AIRGAS INTERMOUNTAIN, SPLYS, 177.43 FARIS MACHINERY CO., CAPTL OTLAY, JACKSON'S OFFICE, SPLYS, 28.98 NORTHWEST AUTO SALES, SPLYS, 17.81 RBC-R&B PETTY CASH RNG, PRCH 333.04 FUND: FAIRFIELD COMPLEX FUND ATMOS ENERGY, UTIL, 1,279.35 22,898.27 JAY-MAX SALES, SPLYS, 51.54 NORTHWEST AUTO SALES, VC-PRCH SVCS, 36.38 CEBT, INSURANCE, 2,705.60 VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT AXIS STEEL, INC., SPLYS, 268.40 GARRETT PLUMBING, PRCH SVCS, MCGUIRE AUTO PARTS, SPLYS, 1,055.64 SVCS, (160.00), RIO BLANCO HERALD TIME, PRCH SVCS, CO ST WITHHOLDINGS, CO ST W/H, ATMOS ENERGY, UTIL, 1,439.68 C.R. BROWN, FUEL, 45,722.09 133.40 MEEKER COLLISION CNTR, PRCH SVCS, NORTHWEST AUTO SALES, SPLYS, 188.78 528.00 BOY-KO SUPPLY COMPANY, SPLYS, COLUMBINE FORD, INC., PRTS/ACC, GILBARCO INC., PRCH SVCS, 380.76 ROUTT CNTY TREASURER, INTER GOV'T, FEDERAL WITHHOLDINGS, FEDERAL W/H, 37.47 395.30 GREAT DIVIDE CLEANING, PRCH SVCS, 14,738.00 3,255.25 CENTRAL DISTRIBUTING, SPLYS, 53.37 CRAIG FORD MERCURY, PRTS/ACC, 315.00 To place a 25-word ad in 100+ SAMUELSON'S TRUE VALUE, SPLYS, GREAT WEST, RETIREMENT, 1,442.96 DUCEY'S ELECTRIC, INC., PRCH SVCS, 114.55 --USE TAX FUND TOTAL--, 44,755.22 151.29 Colorado Newspapers for only STANTEC CONSULTING, PRCH SVCS, FUND: IMPACT FEES FUND JACKSON'S OFFICE, SPLYS, 73.97 LEGAL NOTICES CO SCAN $250, call your local newspaper or 37,800.00 VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT MEEKER SANITATION DIST, UTIL, 49.00 Colorado Statewide Classified the Colorado Press Association at UNION TELEPHONE CO, PRCH SVCS, BOPCO, L.P., Refund FEE, 51,785.28 MEEKER, TOWN OF, UTIL, 588.00 RIO BLANCO COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Advertising Network 303-571-5117, ext. 24. 115.36 --IMPACT FEE FUND TOTAL--, 51,785.28 QWEST, PRCH SVCS, 101.95 APRIL 30, 2009 7:00 P.M. VALLEY HARDWARE, SPLYS, 203.35 FUND: SOLID WASTE LANDFILL QWEST - LONG DISTANCE, PRCH SVCS, ADMINISTRATION BUILDING n AUCTION n MANUFACTURED HOMES VARLAND, JOSHUA, PRCH SVCS, 175.00 VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT 1.19 MEEKER, COLORADO IRS PUBLIC AUCTION: Tuesday, April 21, WATT'S RANCH MARKET, SPLYS, 16.98 CAROLINA SOFTWARE, PRCH SVCS, REDI SERVICES, LLC, PRCH SVCS, The tentative agenda as follows: WHITE RIVER DIST, PRCH SVCS, 74.75 2009 & Thursday, April 23, 2009. Commercial FROM $38,887. New Modular Homes. *No 100.00 305.00 1. Roll Call vehicles, spas, bbq grills, etc. Auction informa- Money Down* if you own your land. $8,000 WHITE RIVER ELECTRIC, UTIL, 20.10 CO DEPT OF PUBLIC HLTH, CNTC SVCS, SUPERIOR PRODUCTS, SPLYS, 216.42 2. Additions/Changes to Agenda tion at: www.IRSsales.GOV Tax Credit. Champion Homes. 303-573- WHITE RIVER RANCH, PRCH SVCS, 6,826.80 UNION TELEPHONE CO, PRCH SVCS, 3. Approval of Minutes 0067 Free brochure and price sheet. BUILDING MATERIALS www.coloradofactorymodulars.com 1,000.00 CO DEPT OF PUBLIC HLTH, CNTC SVCS, 13.52 4. New Business: n XEROX CORPORATION, PRCH SVCS, 6,000.70 VALLEY HARDWARE, SPLYS, 55.93 5. Discussion of Work in Development (Plan, Processes, Standards, etc.) and/or Administrative — KNOTTY PINE CABINETS — 43.34 CO DEPT OF PUBLIC HLTH, VC-CNTC WATT'S RANCH MARKET, SPLYS, 14.88 Matters: — DOORS, WINDOWS, TRIM — n MISCELLANEOUS CEBT, INSURANCE, 35,389.73 SVCS, (6,803.90) WEATHERFORD ELECTRIC, PRCH SVCS, — POLY-ISO INSULATION — CO ST WITHHOLDINGS, CO ST W/H, CU OF COLORADO, SPLYS, 106.75 334.59 DISCOUNTED NEW SURPLUS Subdivision 08-12 – Ridge Estates – the applicant has applied for a Planned Unit Development EXTRA BUILDING MATERIALS ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. 4,797.00 DOWN VALLEY SEPTIC, LL, PRCH SVCS, WHITE RIVER ELECTRIC, UTIL, 1,080.20 subdivision south of the Town of Meeker along CR 13 comprised of 32 single family lots and four 866-800-XTRA — 303-296-8090 *Medical, *Business, *Paralegal, *Computers, FEDERAL WITHHOLDINGS, FEDERAL W/H, 130.00 WHITE RIVER ENERGY, PRCH SVCS, townhome lots containing four units each served by a central water system, located on a 160-acre 400 W. 53RD PL. — N. DENVER *Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. 32,241.67 HERITAGE BUILDING, SPLYS, 202.47 20.00 parcel in T1N, R94W, Sec. 27 & 34, 6th P.M., adjacent to Mesa View Estates. Current zoning is EXTRABUILD.COM Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. GREAT WEST, RETIREMENT, 14,862.00 JACKSON'S OFFICE, SPLYS, 209.99 CEBT, INSURANCE, 506.30 Call 866-858-2121, www.CenturaOnline.com Compact Residential. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES --ROAD & BRIDGE FUND TOTAL--, KRW CONSULTING, INC., PRCH SVCS, CO ST WITHHOLDINGS, CO ST W/H, n 227,921.42 252.48 179.00 Special Use Permit 09-07 - Western Gravel LLC – White River City Pi t has applied for a Special 100% RECESSION PROOF! — Do you n REAL ESTATE FUND: PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCY PITNEY BOWES RESERVE, PRCH SVCS, FEDERAL WITHHOLDINGS, FEDERAL W/H, Use Permit to construct and operate a 111.3 acre gravel pit southeast of Rio Blanco Lake, just earn $800 in a day? Your own local candy VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT 16.61 route. Includes 25 Machines and Candy. 1,277.36 south of the White River. The proposed gravel pit is the second phase of the White River City Pit All for $9,995. Call 1-888-625-2408. COLORADO BANK FORECLOSURE CENTURYTEL, PRCH SVCS, 50.56 SAMUELSON'S TRUE VALUE, SPLYS, GREAT WEST, RETIREMENT, 374.26 located in Sec 1,5,6,7, 8, and 9, T1N, R96W, and Sec 36, T2N, R97W and would produce approxi - 3 5 AC $29,900 — E njoy 300 days of CO DEPT OF PUBLIC HLTH, PRCH SVCS, 3.65 --FAIRFIELD COMPLEX FUND TOTAL--, mately 250,000 tons/year for 9 years. n EQUIPMENT FOR SALE sunshine. Rocky Mtn. views, utili- 120.00 UNION TELEPHONE CO, PRCH SVCS, 6,873.38 ties. Excellent financing. 1st come, COLUMBINE MEDICAL ASSO, PRCH SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $2,990.00 — 1st serve!! Call Today 1-866-696- 24.54 FUND: CENTRAL SERVICES FUND 6. Old Business: Convert your LOGS TO VALUABLE LUM- 5 263 x4937. SVCS, 78.60 VALLEY HARDWARE, SPLYS, 107.57 VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT BER with your own Norwood portable DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGIST, PRCH SVCS, WHITE RIVER DIST, PRCH SVCS, 15.00 CENTURYTEL, PRCH SVCS, 96.36 Copies of the application(s), regulation(s) and/or resolution(s) may be examined in the office of the band sawmill. Log skidders also available. 44.00 WHITE RIVER ELECTRIC, UTIL, 242.77 HISJB, LLC, Rent, 4,000.00 n orwoodsawmills.com/300n. Free infor- n ADVERTISING SERVICES Development Department at the Rio Blanco County Administration Building, 317 E. Market Street, mation: 1-800-578-1363-Ext.300-N. GLOBALSTAR USA, PRCH SVCS, 48.95 CEBT, INSURANCE, 2,963.41 NC TELECOM, INC., INTERNET, 928.12 Meeker, Colorado, or you may call (970) 878-9580 for more information between the hours of 8:00 JACKSON'S OFFICE, SPLYS, 332.16 CO ST WITHHOLDINGS, CO ST W/H, QWEST, PRCH SVCS, 1,168.82 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. n LAND FOR SALE C OSCAN — THE COLORADO METROPOLITAN PATHOLOG, PRCH SVCS, 403.00 QWEST - LONG DISTANCE, PRCH SVCS, Persons needing special accommodations for the meeting, please call the Development STATEWIDE CLASSIFIED AD BUYER’S MARKET NEW MEXICO Ranch NETWORK – Reach over a million 166.00 FEDERAL WITHHOLDINGS, FEDERAL W/H, 17.13 Department office at (970) 878-9580 giving at least five (5) working days notice so that adequate MOORE MEDICAL, LLC, SPLYS, 49.21 Dispersal. 140 acres – $89,900. River access. readers with your 25-word ad in 100+ 2,628.97 UNION TELEPHONE CO, PRCH SVCS, accommodations may be made. Northern New Mexico. Cool 6,000’ elevation newspapers for only $250 per week! NWCOVNA, PRCH SVCS, 234.00 GREAT WEST, RETIREMENT, 1,692.86 57.42 with stunning views. Great tree cover including For more details on this economical PARAGARD DIRECT, SPLYS - FP, 976.08 --SOLID WASTE LANDFILL TOTAL--, WESTERN DIAZO, SPLYS, 130.08 Publish: April 23, 2009 Ponderosa, rolling grassland and rock outcrop- alternative, contact this newspaper or pings. Abundant wildlife, great hunting, EZ call Cheryl at the Colorado Press PIONEERS MEDICAL CNTR, PRCH SVCS, 15,123.67 XEROX CORPORATION, CNTC SVCS, Rio Blanco Herald Times 328.80 terms. Call NML&R, Inc. 1-866-354-5263. Service, 303-571-5117, ext. 24 for FUND: WEED/PEST CONTROL 2,391.44 details. PRIORITY HEALTH CARE, SPLYS - FP, 1,140.00 QWEST, PRCH SVCS, 91.59 QWEST - LONG DISTANCE, PRCH SVCS, 9.92 Detected Contaminants R & S NORTHEAST LLC, SPLYS - FP, Town of Rangely 1,393.16 2009 Drinking Water Town of Rangely routinely monitors for contaminants in your drinking water according to Federal and State laws. The following RANGELY DISTRICT HOSP, PRCH SVCS, table(s) show all detections found in the period of January 1 to December 31, 2008 unless otherwise noted. The State of Colorado 1,070.24 Consumer Confidence Report requires us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not RANGELY FAMILY MEDICINE, PRCH For Calendar Year 2008 expected to vary significantly from year to year, or the system is not considered vulnerable to this type of contamination. Therefore, SVCS, 90.00 some of our data, though representative, may be more than one year old. The “Range” column in the table(s) below will show a single RANGELY TRUE VALUE, SPLYS, 6.99 value for those contaminants that were sampled only once. Violations, if any, are reported in the next section of this report. THERACOM, INC., SPLYS - FP, 747.42 Public Water System ID # CO0152666 UNION TELEPHONE CO, PRCH SVCS, Note: Only detected contaminants appear in this report. If no tables appear in this section, that means that Town of Rangely did not 42.64 Esta es información importante. Si no la pueden leer, industrial processes and petroleum production, and also detect any contaminants in the last round of monitoring. CEBT, INSURANCE, 1,020.42 necesitan que alguien se la traduzca. may come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff, CO ST WITHHOLDINGS, CO ST W/H, and septic systems. 625.00 We are pleased to present to you this year’s water quality ! Radioactive contaminants, that can be naturally Organics and Inorganics Collection Highest Range Unit MCL MCLG Typical Source FEDERAL WITHHOLDINGS, FEDERAL W/H, Date Value report. Our constant goal is to provide you with a safe and occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and 4,604.19 BARIUM 12/9/2008 0.027 0.027 ppm 2 2 Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge dependable supply of drinking water. mining activities. GREAT WEST, RETIREMENT, 1,695.75 from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits --PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCY FUND TOTAL--, General Information About Drinking Water In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the Colorado 14,965.68 FLUORIDE 12/9/2008 0.85 0.85 ppm 4 4 Erosion of natural deposits; Water All drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be Department of Public Health and Environment prescribes additive which promotes strong teeth; FUND: SOCIAL SERVICES FUND expected to contain at least small amounts of some regulations limiting the amount of certain contaminants in Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not water provided by public water systems. The Food and Drug factories CEBT, INSURANCE, 11,351.93 necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Some Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in CO ST WITHHOLDINGS, CO ST W/H, people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking bottled water that must provide the same protection for public Organics and Inorganics Collection Highest Range Unit MCL MCLG Typical Source 1,663.00 water than the general population. Immuno-compromised health. Town of Rangely, CO0152666Date Value CCR Page 2 of 4 FEDERAL WITHHOLDINGS, FEDERAL W/H, persons such as persons with cancer undergoing Our Water Source(s) NITRATE 12/9/2008 0.13 0.13 ppm 10 10 Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching 11,222.37 chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of GREAT WEST, RETIREMENT, 5,125.44 people with HIV-AIDS or other immune system disorders, Source Water Type natural deposits --SOCIAL SERVICES FUND--, 29,362.74 some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk of White River Surface Water FUND: CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PRO- infections. These people should seek advice about drinking Date Highest Disinfection By-Products Average Range Unit MCL MCLG Typical Source GRAM FUND water from their health care providers. For more information RAA VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT about contaminants and potential health effects, or to receive a TOTAL HALOACETIC By-product of drinking The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment 2008 38.65 27 - 46.8 46 ppb 60 N/A AMERICAN SCALE, SWL SCALES, copy of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and has provided us with a Source Water Assessment Report for ACIDS (HAA5) water disinfection 7,656.10 the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on TOTAL our water supply. You may obtain a copy of the report by By-product of drinking TRIHALOMETHANES 2008 40.0675 28.08 - 60.42 52 ppb 80 N/A AXIS STEEL, INC., SWL SCALES, 281.74 appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by visiting www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/sw/swaphom.html orby water chlorination CAROLINA SOFTWARE, SWL SCALES, Cryptosporidium and microbiological contaminants call the contacting Alden Vanden Brink at 970-675-2221. (TTHM) 400.00 EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. ELECTRICAL EXCELLENCE, RGLY AP Potential sources of contamination in our source water area Disinfection RNWY, 10,697.72 The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled come from: By-Products Year Compliance Description Requirement Typical Sources MEEKER SAND & GRAVEL, SWL SCALES, water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, Agriculture and Energy related activities springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the CONTROL OF We used enhanced treatment to remove the required amount of 156.50 DISINFECTIO Natural organic material that land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring natural organic material and/or we demonstrated compliance with RIO BLANCO HERALD TIME, RGLY AP N 2008 TT is present in the environment minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick The Source Water Assessment Report provides a screening- alternative criteria. RNWY, 33.95 level evaluation of potential contamination that could occur. BY-PRODUCT SAMUELSON'S TRUE VALUE, SWL up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from PRECURSORS human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source It does not mean that the contamination has or will occur. We SCALES, 41.45 can use this information to evaluate the need to improve our TIM BOESCH DESIGN, PRCH SVCS, water include: ! Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria that current water treatment capabilities and prepare for future Turbidity Sample Date Level Found TT Requirement Typical Source 1,600.00 contamination threats. This can help us ensure that quality may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, Date: Highest single measurement: --CIP FUND TOTAL--, 20,867.46 finished water is delivered to your homes. In addition, the agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. Maximum 1 NTU for any single FUND: USE TAX source water assessment results provide a starting point for ! Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which 0.30 measurement VENDOR, PURPOSE, AMOUNT developing a source water protection plan. BARNEY, DEBRA, PRCH SVCS, 149.83 can be naturally-occurring or result from urban Month: Lowest monthly percentage of stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater TURBIDITY Soil Runoff CDW GOVERNMENT INC., FOOD SPLYS, Please contact Alden Vanden Brink at 970-675-2221 to learn samples meeting TT requirement discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming. 116.34 more about what you can do to help protect your drinking 1 for our technology: In any month, at least 95% of samples ! Pesticides and herbicides that may come from a variety CENTURYTEL, PRCH SVCS, 207.78 water sources, any questions about the Drinking Water must be less than 0.3 NTU 100% CO DEPT OF PUBLIC HLTH, PRCH SVCS, of sources, such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, Consumer Confidence Report, to learn more about our system, and residential uses. 430.00 ! or to attend scheduled public meetings. We want you, our Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and valued customers, to be informed about the services we CO DEPT OF PUBLIHLTH, VC-PRCH SVCS, TH (370.00) volatile organic chemicals, which are byproducts of provide and the quality water we deliver to you every day. Lead and Copper Collection Date 90 Percentile Unit AL Typical Source CO NORTHWESTERN, PRCH SVCS, COPPER, FREE 2008 - 2010 0.19 ppm 1.3 Corrosion of household plumbing systems; 2,000.00 contaminant in drinking water. Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservatives ! Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) - The CO WEST MENTAL HLTH, PRCH SVCS, Terms and Abbreviations LEAD 2008 - 2010 5.9 ppb 15 Corrosion of household plumbing systems; 24,000.00 “Goal” is the level of a contaminant in drinking water The following definitions will help you understand the terms Erosion of natural deposits COLUMBINE MED ASSO, PRCH SVCS, below which there is no known or expected risk to health. and abbreviations used in this report: MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. 50.00 Secondary Contaminants/ Other Monitoring Collection Date Highest Value Range Unit Secondary Standard DUCEY'S ELECTRIC, INC., PRCH SVCS, ! Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) - The “Maximum ! Parts per million (ppm) or Milligrams per liter (mg/L) - MPA WTP RAW AND FINISHED 12/17/2008 3.003 3.003 UNITS N/A 596.29 Allowed” is the highest level of a contaminant that is one part per million corresponds to one minute in two SODIUM 12/9/2008 43 43 MG/L 10000 GIOVANNI'S, VC-PRCH SVCS, (80.94) allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the years or a single penny in $10,000. Secondary standards are non-enforceable guidelines for contaminants that may cause cosmetic effects (such as skin or tooth JACKSON'S OFFICE, SPLYS, 293.54 MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment ! Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per liter (ug/L) - discoloration) or aesthetic effects (such as taste, odor or color) in drinking water. EPA recommends these standards but does not METRO. PATHOLOGOLOGY, PRCH SVCS, technology. one part per billion corresponds to one minute in 2,000 require water systems to comply. 198.00 ! Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG) years, or a single penny in $10,000,000. MOON LAKE ELECTRIC, UTIL, 756.31 - The level of a drinking water disinfectant, below which ! Parts per trillion (ppt) or Nanograms per liter Health Information About Water Quality MURRAY DAHL KUECHEN., CNTC SVCS, there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs (nanograms/L) - one part per trillion corresponds to one 2,350.00 do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to minute in 2,000,000 years, or a single penny in Infants and young children are typically more vulnerable to lead in drinking water than the general population. It is possible that lead PATHOLOGY ASSOCIATES, PRCH SVCS, control microbial contaminants. $10,000,000,000. ! levels at your home may be higher than other homes in the community as a result of materials used in your home’s plumbing. If you 113.03 Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL) - The ! Parts per quadrillion (ppq) or Picograms per liter are concerned about elevated lead levels in your home’s water, you may wish to have your water tested and flush your tap for 30 PATTERSON, SHALENE, DEPOSIT RE- highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. (picograms/L) - one part per quadrillion corresponds to seconds to 2 minutes before using tap water. Additional information is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800)426- FUND, 100.00 There is convincing evidence that addition of a one minute in 2,000,000,000 years or one penny in 4791. PHIL'S REFRIGERATION, PRCH SVCS, disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial $10,000,000,000,000. contaminants. 254.00 ! Picocuries per liter (pCi/L) - picocuries per liter is a ! There are no additional required health effects notices. PITNEY BOWES RESERVE, PRCH SVCS, Running Annual Average (RAA) - An average of measure of the radioactivity in water. 32.49 monitoring results for the previous 12 calendar months. ! Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU) - nephelometric ! Gross Alpha, Including RA, Excluding RN & U - This is Violations QWEST, PRCH SVCS, 100.12 turbidity unit is a measure of the clarity of water. QWEST - LONG DISTANCE, PRCH SVCS, the gross alpha particle activity compliance value. It Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the includes radium-226, but excludes radon 222 and Type Category Analyte Compliance Period 14.25 average person. uranium. No Violations Occurred in the Calendar Year of 2008 RANGELY TRASH SERVICE, PRCH SVCS, ! Action Level (AL) - the concentration of a contaminant ! Microscopic Particulate Analysis (MPA) - An analysis of 152.00 which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other surface water organisms and indicators in water. This RANGELY TRUE VALUE, SPLYS, 46.88 Information About the Above Violation(s) requirements which a water system must follow. analysis can be used to determine performance of a RANGELY, TOWN OF, UTIL, 302.17 ! Treatment Technique (TT) - A treatment technique is a surface water treatment plant or to determine the RADINO COUNCIL, MC-PRCH SVCS, There are no additional required health effects violation notices. required process intended to reduce the level of a existence of surface water influence on a ground water 2,100.00 well. RIO BLANCO HERALD TIME, PRCH SVCS, Town of Rangely is required to include an explanation of the violation(s) in the above table and the steps taken to resolve the 40.00 violation(s) with this report. ROSE,IRENE, PRCH SVCS, 51.75 NO VIOLATIONS IN 2008 SISNEROS, ARCHIE, PRCH SVCS, 15.00 U.S. FOODSERVICE, INC., FOOD SPLYS, CPAXLP CAXCA 16 A Rio Blanco Herald Times • April 23, 2009 CLASSIFIEDS

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415 West Victory Way ATV, BOAT and Snowmobile Owners! 253.26 RANGELY TRUE VALUE, PRTS/ACC, 9.97 SAMUELSON'S TRUE VALUE, SPLYS, Notification of meeting for the Rangely ACCEPTING BIDS Craig, CO 81625 You can now renew your Colorado OHV ONSTAR, PRCH SVCS, 199.00 RANGELY, TOWN OF, UTIL, 3,795.89 28.95 Town Council, Board of Trustees The Rio Blanco Water Conservancy Dis- (970) 824-0257 registrations on line at: PIPER, DAVID, SPLYS, 325.00 RBC CLERK & RECORDER, PRCH SVCS, SCHAEFFER MFG. CO., FUEL, 440.10 The Town of Rangely Town Council meet- trict is accepting bids on the following: Publish: April 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2009 www.parks.state.co.us QWEST, PRCH SVCS, 62.36 8.83 SNAP ON TOOLS, SPLYS, 495.00 ings are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday 1994 GMC SL 2500 pickup, V8, 5-speed May 7, 2009 RANGELY AUTO PARTS, SPLYS/Parts/ REDI SERVICES, LLC, PRCH SVCS, SWALLOW OIL COMPANY, LUBRICANTS, of every month starting at 7:00 p.m. in transmission, snow plow, bumper crane, Rio Blanco Herald Times Acc, 784.05 637.50 734.60 the Court Room at 209 E Main, Rangely, almost new tires, rebuilt transmission, MOPS (MOTHERS of Preschoolers) meet- RANGELY TRASH SERVICE, PRCH SVCS, R MTN AUTO PARTS, PRTS/ACC, TRI COUNTY FIRE, PRCH SVCS, 2,124.00 CO 81648. Agendas are posted in the lob- new exhaust. Minimum bid $4500. ing, open to anyone with a child 0-5 109.00 1,607.25 TRI-STATE EQUIPMENT, PRTS/ACC, by at Town Hall and at the Rangely Dis- Bids must be submitted in a sealed en- PUBLIC NOTICE years, Grace Baptist Church, Rangely, 138.32 trict Library. The meetings are televised velope clearly marked "Vehicle Bid". Bid The Board of County Commissioners will first Thursday of every month, 9 a.m. to UNITED SUPPLY, SPLYS, 236.80 live on channel 3 through Bresnan Cable closing is April 28, 2009 at 4 p.m. Bid hold a regularly scheduled board meeting 11 a.m. Info. (970)778-5278. LEGAL NOTICES VALLEY HARDWARE, SPLYS, 19.96 TV. All meetings are open to the public. VICTORY MOTORS, INC., PRTS/ACC, opening is April 29, 2009 at the regular on Monday, April 27, 2009, at the County 273.33 District Board Meeting, 7 p.m. Vehicle Administration Building, 317 E. Market, Come Visit the Meeker Public Library! SECTION 00100 WAGNER EQUIPMENT, INC., CAPTL can be seen at the District's Office: 2252 Meeker, CO ANNOUNCEMENTS Hours: M,W,F 9:30-5:30, T&Th 9:30-9:30, INVITATION TO BID OTLAY, 50,788.25 East Main Street. Rangely, CO or call the Tentative Agenda Sat. 9:30-2:00. Weekly children's story Sealed Bids will be received by WATT'S RANCH MARKET, SPLYS, 16.32 Office for more information (970)675- 10:50 a.m. Board of Adjustment hour, books on tape, DVDs, magazines MEEKER SANITATION DISTRICT WESTERN CO TRUCK, PRTS/ACC, 167.10 5055. 11:00 a.m. Board of County Commission-  and Wi-Fi available. Hereinafter referred to as Owner, at WHITE RIVER ELECTRIC, UTIL, 2,157.91 Publish: March 19, April 9 and 23, 2009 ers The Rio Blanco Herald Times accepts 265 8th St. RANGELY ROCKCRAWLING & 4 Wheel XCEL ENERGY, UTIL, 286.57 Rio Blanco Herald Times a. Additions or deletions to the agenda all major credit cards. You can fax your Meeker, CO 81641 Drive group in Rangely meets the 3rd CEBT, INSURANCE, 7,642.91 b. Consideration of the April 13, 20, classified ad or subscription to until 3:00 p.m. , local time, May 1, 2009 , for Tuesday of each month at the Rio Blanco CO ST WITHHOLDINGS, CO ST W/H, 2009, minutes (970)878-4016 or e-mail to: 2009 Sewer Pipeline Replacement Project PUBLIC NOTICE Water Users Building on Hwy. 64 at 7 1,080.00 c. Other [email protected] At said place and time, and promptly thereafter, all Bids that have been duly received District Court, Rio Blanco County, p.m. FEDERAL WITHHOLDINGS, FEDERAL W/H, 11:05 a.m. Airport Update - Sam Lopez will be publicly opened and read aloud. Colorado 7,475.60 11:10 a.m. Agreements/Contracts Veterans Service Offices The Contract provides for: 555 Main Street, PO Box 1150 GREAT WEST, RETIREMENT, 3,770.66 a. Intergovernmental Agreement between RIO BLANCO Masonic Lodge #80 meets Rio Blanco County: Veterans Service Of- A. Construction of 4,100 feet of sanitary sewer pipeline, 19 manholes, replacement of Meeker, CO 81641 --FLEET MANAGEMENT FUND TOTAL--, Rio Blanco County and the Grand Junc- 2nd and 4th Thursday, 7:00pm, at 7th ficer - Joe Dungan, Wednesday, 1 p.m. existing service connections, and demolition of 10 manholes. In re the Parental Responsibilities 164,905.03 tion Housing Authority and Park, Meeker. to 3 p.m., Town Hall, 345 Market Street, B. Construction of 400 feet of sanitary sewer pipeline, 1 manhole, replacement of ex- concerning: Published: April 23, 2009 b. State of Colorado Department of Hous- Meeker. 878-4591 office, 878-3219 home. isting service connections, and demolition of 1 manhole. Petitioner: Fulgencio V. Rivera Rio Blanco Herald Times ing Housing Choice Voucher Contract with Rangely: Veterans Service Officer - Nor- C. Construction of 800 feet of sanitary sewer pipeline, 2 manholes, and replacement of Respondent: Olga Reyez Grand Junction Housing Authority Driver License Office hours: Meeker man Hall, Sr., Tuesday and Thursday, 1 existing service connections, demolition of 2 manholes. Attorney for Petitioner: 11:15 a.m. Bid Openings open 1st, 3rd & 5th Fridays of the p.m. to 3 p.m., County Annex, 17497 Copies of the Bidding Documents will be available on April 3, 2009 and may be ob- Anne Zoltani a. Fleet month, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Rangely State Hwy 64, Rangely. 878-9695 office, tained from St. Joseph's Consulting Engineers, LLC, 7200 S. Alton Way, Suite B130, PUBLIC NOTICE 415 West Victory Way 1. Miscellaneous Small Vehicles open 2nd & 4th Friday of the month, 9 878-9767 home. Centennial, CO 80112, (303) 346-0720 (hereinafter referred to as Engineer) and the A member of the Meeker Library Board Craig, CO 81625 b. R&Bridge a.m. to 4 p.m. Craig open full-time Meeker Sanitation District, 265 8th St., Meeker, CO 81641 (Owner) upon deposit of has notified the Town Board of their res- Phone Number: (970) 824-0257 1. 2009 Galvanized Bridge Plank Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 $100.00 per set for drawings and specifications. No partial sets will be issued. Depos- ignation. The vacancy will be filled by an Fax Number: (970) 824-3323 AS OF Feb. 14, 2009, I, Charles Maddox, appointment made by the Board of Trus- E-mail: [email protected] 11:30 a.m. BLM - Kent Water - General p.m. am no longer responsible for any debts its are non-refundable. Update Bidders must be licensed contractors in the State of Colorado. Bids received from Bid- tees at its regular Board Meeting to be Atty. Reg. #: 38682 other than my own. held May 5, 2009. Letters of interest must Div.: Ctrm.: 11:45 a.m. Public Comment SAFEHOUSE ders who are not recorded by the Engineer as having received the Bidding Documents 11:50 a.m. County Commissioner Up- be received at Town Hall, 345 Market Case Number: 09DR6 If you are being abused physically or will not be opened. dates RADINO & CHUCKWAGON Street, Meeker, Colorado 81641 no later SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION mentally, you can call SAFEHOUSE for Bids will be received on a lump sum basis as described in the Bidding Documents. Break Please call before 9:00 a.m. than 4:00 P.M. on Friday, May 1, 2009. TO THE ABOVE NAMED RESPONDENT: confidential shelter and help. Work at the site is expected to be commenced within five (5) days after the Notice to 1:15 p.m. Hearings - Planning Depart- day of meal Qualifications for the position are: (a) You are hereby summoned and required 878-3131 Proceed. Substantial Completion of the Work is required as specified in the Bid Form. ment 878-5627 or 675-8112 The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and registered voter within the Town of Meek- to appear and defend against the claims Senior Citizen Nutrition Program er, (b) eighteen years of age or older, (3) of a Petition for Allocation of Parental a. Variance 09-1 - Wayne & Trudy Burri - material payment bond guaranteeing faithful performance and payment of all bills and the applicants have requested a variance Suggested Donations: Over 60- $2.50; obligations arising from the performance of the Contract. must have resided in the Town of Meeker Responsibilities filed with the court in Rangely Victim Services Under 60 - $5.00; Children under 12 - for at least twelve consecutive months this action, by filing with the clerk of this from the front setback for structures in An open door for the protection and A pre-bid meeting will be held at the District Office on April 16, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. to the Rural Residential zoning district, lo- $2.50 discuss the project requirements, and conduct an inspection of the site conditions. immediately preceding the date of ap- court an answer or other response. You care of abused and battered persons. FRIDAY, APR. 24: Sliced turkey, dress- pointment. For further information, please are required to file your answer or other cated in T1S, R93W, Sec. 25 Non-emergency call 629-5729. Emer- Representatives of the Owner and Engineer will be present. b. Conditional Use Permit 09-1 - REDI ing, island vegetables, cranberry/pine- No Bid may be withdrawn within a period of sixty (60) days after the date fixed for call Town Hall 878-5344 response within 30 days after the service gencies call 911. Providing assistance apple mold. The Board of Trustees of this Summons upon you. Service of Services - the applicant has applied for a for victims of violent crimes. opening Bids. CUP to amend Conditional Use Permit 04- MONDAY, APR. 27: Polish sausage, The Owner reserves the right to award the Contract by sections, to reject any or all of the Town of Meeker this summons shall be complete on the speedy baked beans, potato salad, Sharon Day day of the last publication. A copy of the 3 and install three storage tanks contain- Bids, and to waive any informalities and irregularities therein. ing methanol, methanol/water and diesel AA & Al-Anon Meetings - Rangely orange yogurt, gelatin mold. By: § Gail Frantz Town Administrator Petition for may be obtained from the Alcoholics Anonymous - Open meetings TUESDAY, APR. 28: Chicken fried Publication: April 16 and 23, 2009 clerk of the court. If you fail to respond to located in T1N, R93W, Sec. 18, off of CR Office Manager 15. Tues & Thurs, 7 pm, 115 Kennedy Dr., St. steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, Scan- Publish: April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2009 in Rio Blanco Herald Times Rio Blanco Herald Times the petition in writing within 30 days after Timothy's Episcopal Church, Rangely. dinavian veggies, sherbet, roll the date of the last publication, judgment OTHER COUNTY BUSINESS If you need special accommodations Al-Anon meets Monday, 8:15 pm, 207 S. WEDNESDAY, APR. 29: Happy Birth- by default may be rendered against you Sunset, 1st Baptist Church, Rangely. Al- day! Baked chicken, three-bean salad, by the court for the relief demanded in please call 970-878-9573 in advance of the meeting so that reasonable accom- Anon info call 970-629-5064 or 970-629- Chuckwagon vegetables, applesauce, the petition without further notice. 2970. friendship dessert. Dated: March 31, 2009 modations may be made. Please check the County's website for an updated §Anne Zoltani Alcoholics Anonymous agenda. www.co.rio-blanco.co.us/com- Anne Zoltani Monday and Friday at 8 p.m. missioners FREE NOTICE Attorney for Petitioner St. James Church, Richards Hall, Published: April 23, 2009 Date of Notice: April 15, 2009 4th & Park St., Meeker LA-Z-BOY QUEEN HIDE-A-BED, new mattress, Rio Blanco Herald Times • 878-4158 • 878-4888 cushions worn; two 1950s vintage upholstered NOTICE OF CHANGE IN TARIFFS ON LESS THAN 30-DAYS’ NOTICE • 878-5919 •878-5636 chairs, cushions worn; queen hide-a-bed mat - LEGAL NOTICES tress. 878-3439. Atmos Energy Corporation (“Atmos Energy”) 1555 Blake Street, Suite 400 COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM LEGAL NOTICES Denver, Colorado 80203 RESTART FORECLOSURE NUMBER 08-08 CORRECTED COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM You are hereby notified that Atmos Energy has filed with the Colorado Public Utilities To whom it may concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Notice of Election & Demand Re-Recorded October 21, 2008 to Re-Start Commission of the State of Colorado (“PUC”), in compliance with the Public Utilities Law, an appli- Deed of Trust: Foreclosure #08-07 & Correct Combined Notice cation for permission to file certain changes in tariffs, affecting all residential, commercial, inter- Due to publication issues, as per C.R.S. §38-38-705, Public Trustee's Foreclosure Sale TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This Notice is given with regard to the following de- No. 08-08 was re-started on 01/21/2009 in the office of the undersigned Public Trustee scribed Deed of Trust: ruptible and other consumers in its Colorado divisions to become effective May 1, 2009, if the appli- relating to the Deed of Trust described below: Public Trustee's Foreclosure Sale No. 08-07 was commenced on October 21 2008 in cation is granted by the PUC. Original Grantor(s): Tony D. Kinnison the office of the undersigned Public Trustee relating to the Deed of Trust described be- Original Beneficiary: Mers Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as no- low: The purpose for this filing is to change rates by revising the Company’s existing gas cost minee for American Brokers Conduit PATRICIA J. NERESON AND DENNIS J. CORNUTT Original Grantors adjustment tariff to reflect changes in the rates charged Atmos Energy by its suppliers for natural gas Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: American Home Mortgage Servicing Inc. LINDA K. SINDT Original Beneficiary purchases. The present and proposed natural gas rates are as follows: Date of Deed of Trust: 03/20/2007 LINDA K. SINDT Current Holder of Evidence of County of Recording: Rio Blanco Debt 1 2 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 03/26/2007 MARCH 11, 2005 Date of Deed of Trust Present Rates Proposed Rates % Change Reception No.: 288112 MARCH 11, 2005 Recording Date of Deed of Trust Class of Service by Division Original Principal Balance: $112,000.00 RIO BLANCO County of Recording Northwest/Central Colorado* Outstanding Principal Balance: $110,607.68 280971 Recording Information of Residential $1.03024 $.69094 (33%) Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the Deed of Trust Commercial & Public Authority 1.00447 .66517 (34%) deed of trust have been violated as follows: The Holder of the debt secured by the PURSUANT to C.R.S. §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the Interruptible-Small Service .96439 .62509 (35%) Deed of Trust declares a violation of the covenants of said Deed of Trust for reasons Deed of Trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay installments of principal Interruptible-Large Service .95933 .62003 (35%) including, but not limited to, the failure to make payments as provided for in the Deed and interest, along with a violation of the due on sale clause, together with other pay- Interruptible Industrial Service .96040 .62110 (35%) of Trust and Negotiable Instrument. ments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other vio- Transportation .13564 .13815 2% THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. lations of the terms thereof including but not limited to the due on sale clause. This is Buena Vista – Residential .99569 .65639 (34%) THE PROPERTY DESCRBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUM- to advise you that a foreclosure proceeding was commenced in the office of the under- Buena Vista – Commercial .99304 .65374 (34%) BERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. signed Public Trustee on October 21 2008. Township 1 North, Range 102 West of the 6th P.M. The original principal amount on the Deed of Trust Thirty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars Section 3: A Parcel of land in the NW1/4NE1/4 and the SW1/4NE1/4, more ($30,000.00), and the outstanding principal balance due and owing of which is Twenty Avg. Monthly Bill Projected Avg. % Change particularly described as follows: Four Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty Five and 53/100 Dollars ($24,725.53), as of June Monthly Bill Beginning at a point which is 998.17 feet South of the North line of Section 3, and 30, 2008. Northwest/Central Colorado* 1548.14 feet West of the East line of Section 3, THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Residential $ 90.02 $ 63.41 (30%) running thence North 83˚29'West 208.71 feet; The following described property is all of the property encumbered by said Deed of Commercial & Public Authority 449.48 304.96 (32%) thence South 6˚31' West 208.71 feet; Trust. Interruptible Industrial Service 5,333.47 3,578.16 (33%) thence South 83˚29' East 208.71 feet; TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 94 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., Buena Vista – Residential 82.97 56.57 (32%) thence North 6˚31' East 208.71 feet to the point of beginning, County of Rio Blanco, SECTION 1: NORTH ONE-HALF OF LOTS 2 AND 3, Buena Vista – Commercial 355.00 236.68 (33%) State of Colorado. LESS AND EXCEPTING THEREFROM A PARCEL OF LAND AS DESCRIBED IN THE WHICH HAS THE ADDRESS OF: 804 County Road 102, Rangely, CO 81648 WARRANTY DEED RECORDED DECEMBER 14, 1979, IN BOOK 397, PAGE 741, NOTICE OF SALE RECEPTION NO. 193396, OF THE REAL PROPERTY RECORDS OF RIO BLANCO The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described here- COUNTY, COLORADO, FROM SAM F. LOVE AND DORIS I. LOVE TO Prior Year’s Peak Projected Peak Winter Percentage in, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed EUGENE CLAPPER AND SHARON M. CLAPPER Winter Month Bill Month Bill Change of Trust. WHICH HAS THE ADDRESS OF 1500 RBC Road 36, Meeker, Colorado 81641 THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction at 10:00 A.M. on Wed- NOTICE OF SALE Northwest/Central Colorado* nesday, 05/20/2009, at Office of the Public Trustee, Rio Blanco County Courthouse, The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described here- Residential $ 192.66 $ 132.24 (31%) 555 Main Street, Meeker CO 81641 sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the in has filed a written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Commercial & Public Authority 976.35 653.86 (33%) said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns Deed of Trust. Interruptible Industrial Service 26,631.94 17,352.09 (35%) therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that I will, at public auction at 10:00 o'clock Buena Vista-Residential 177.48 118.87 (33%) secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale, and other A.M. on Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at the Public Trustee's Office, Rio Blanco County Buena Vista-Commercial 812.64 537.96 (34%) items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all Courthouse, 555 Main St., Meeker CO, County of Rio Blanco, State of Colorado, sell to as provided by law. the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property, and all interest of the said *Notification Published in our Northwest/Central Rate Area Newspapers First Publication: 04/02/2009 Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs, successors and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying Last Publication: 04/30/2009 the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus The proposed and present rates and tariffs are available for examination at the business Name of Publication: Rio Blanco Herald Times attorney fees, the expenses of sale, and other items allowed by law, and will deliver NOTICE OF RIGHTS to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. office of Atmos Energy Corporation located at 1555 Blake Street, Suite 400, Denver, Colorado, or at YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED, OR HAVE First Publication: April 9, 2009 the Public Utilities Commission at 1560 Broadway, Suite 250, Denver, Colorado, 80202. CERTAIN RIGHTS OR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO COLORADO STA- Last Publication: May 7, 2009 Anyone who desires may either file written objection or seek to intervene as a party in this TUTES AS A RESULT OF SAID FORECLOSURE. YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO REDEEM Name of Publication: Rio Blanco Herald Times filing. If you only wish to object to the proposed action, you may file a written objection with the SAID REAL PROPERTY OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE NOTICE OF RIGHTS Commission. The filing of a written objection by itself will not allow you to participate as a party DEED OF TRUST BEING FORECLOSED. A COPY OF SAID STATUTES, AS SUCH STA- YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED, OR HAVE in any proceeding on the proposed action. If you wish to participate as a party in this matter, you TUTES ARE PRESENTLY CONSTITUTED, WHICH MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS, IS AT- CERTAIN RIGHTS OR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO COLORADO STA- must file written intervention documents under the Commission’s rules. TACHED TO ALL MAILED COPIES OF THIS NOTICE. HOWEVER, YOUR RIGHTS MAY BE TUTES AS A RESULT OF SAID FORECLOSURE. YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO REDEEM Anyone who desires to file written objection or written intervention documents to the pro- DETERMINED BY PREVIOUS STATUTES. SAID REAL PROPERTY OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE posed action shall file them with the PUC, 1560 Broadway, Suite 250, Denver, Colorado, 80202 at A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE FILED PURSUANT TO C.R.S. §38-38-104 SHALL BE FILED DEED OF TRUST BEING FORECLOSED. A COPY OF SAID STATUTES, AS SUCH STA- least one day before the proposed effective date. WITH THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO THE TUTES ARE PRESENTLY CONSTITUTED, WHICH MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS, IS AT- Members of the public may attend any hearing and may make a statement under oath about FIRST SCHEDULED SALE DATE OR ANY DATE TO WHICH THE SALE IS CONTINUED. TACHED TO ALL MAILED COPIES OF THIS NOTICE. HOWEVER, YOUR RIGHTS MAY BE the proposed change whether or not a written objection or request to intervene has been filed. A NOTICE OF INTENT TO REDEEM FILED PURSUANT TO C.R.S. §38-38-302 SHALL BE DETERMINED BY PREVIOUS STATUTES. FILED WITH THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE NO LATER THAN EIGHT (8) BUSINESS DAYS AFTER A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE FILED PURSUANT TO C.R.S. §38-38-104 SHALL BE FILED Atmos Energy Corporation has filed a separate gas purchase report in accordance with Rule THE SALE. WITH THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO THE 4607 of the Commission’s Rules Regulating Gas Utilities and Pipeline Operators to begin the initial DATE: 1/22/2009 FIRST SCHEDULED SALE DATE OR ANY DATE TO WHICH THE SALE IS CONTINUED. prudence review evaluation for the gas purchase year ended June 30, 2008. Karen Arnold A NOTICE OF INTENT TO REDEEM PURSUANT TO C.R.S. §38-38-302 SHALL BE FILED Public Trustee of Rio Blanco County, State of Colorado WITH THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE NO LATER THAN EIGHT (8) BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE §Karen Arnold SALE. Atmos Energy Corporation By: Karen Arnold, Public Trustee DATED: November 3, 2008 Colorado-Kansas Division ( S E A L ) PUBLIC TRUSTEE RIO BLANCO CO COLO Karen Arnold By: Gary L. Schlessman The name, address and telephone number of the attorney(s) representing the legal Karen Arnold, Public Trustee of Rio Blanco County, State of Colorado President holder of the indebtedness is: By: § Pamela Miles Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673, Joel T. Mecklenberg, Esq. #36291, Stacey L. Arono- Pamela Miles, Deputy Public Trustee, Rio Blanco County, State of Colorado 1 witz, Esq. #36290, Joan Olson, Esq. #28078, Marcy McDermott, Esq #38030 The name, address and telephone number of the attorney(s) representing the legal As approved by PUC Decision No. C08-1144, Docket No. 08L-452G Aronowitz & Ford, LLP 1199 Bannock Street, , Denver, CO 80204 3038131177 2 holder of the indebtedness is: Neal K. Dunning, BROWN, BERARDINI & DUNNING, P.C., WP 7 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. 2000 South Colorado Boulevard, Tower Two, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80222; 303-329- Any information provided may be used for the purpose. 3363 Attorney Reg. No. 10181 Attorney file number: 6662.01099 ATTORNEY FILE NO. 3061-001 CPAXLP CAXCA Rio Blanco Herald Times • April 23, 2009 17 A CLASSIFIEDS

ANNOUNCEMENTS FIREWOOD PHOTOGRAPHY YARD SALES HELP WANTED: LEGAL NOTICES & STOVES FULL TIME THE CONTENTS of storage unit #21 of 226 MORRISON Ave. in alley (Rangely): Rangely Self Storage will be sold by April Garage sale, Saturday, April 25, 8 a.m. SPRING SALE- Pinyon, split & delivered Ellen Robinson Photography personnel Positions are open until filled. NOTICE 30, 2009. to noon. Hand tools, power tools, yard $200/1-ton cord Rangely, $225 Meeker. • Complete High School Senior Portrait Announcement #0914. EOE. tools, DVDs, clothing, and misc. While gas prices hold, buy now. Package $175 If you are paying your 2008 real or personal (970)675-2819 leave message. • Wedding Packages available too! property taxes in full, THE FULL PAYMENT 1260 LA Mesa Circle (Rangely): Saturday, PISTOL RIVER LEATHER Example on Web site: HELP WANTED: MUST BE MADE BY APRIL 30, 2009, TO AVOID April 25, 8 a.m. to noon. Saddle and lots Come in and let me tell you about the photographybyellenrobinson.com PAYING INTEREST. Property tax payments of misc. SEASONAL CSMA Spring Seminar! FURNITURE Call 878-3621 for appointment. post-marked on April 30, 2009, are considered timely If ya don't know where you're a goin', it'd & HOME WESTLANDS paid. be a good idea not to use your spurs. HELP WANTED: FURNISHINGS Private ranch in the White River Valley is 785 Park Avenue • 878-4346 RESTAURANT FULL TIME seeking applicants for full-time seasonal Property tax payments post-marked on May www.pistolriverleather.com 1, 2009, will be charged penalty interest. MASSAGE & heat chair. Big! Burgundy, EQUIPMENT summer staff starting in May. Positions DEPUTY SHERIFF-Rio Blanco County is are available for housekeeping, laundry, not cheap. Must sell. Great. Great condi- If paying in halves, the second-half payments are MEEKER STREAKER currently seeking qualified applicants for office, irrigator, grounds maintenance, tion. 675-2194. LAMARZOCCO ESPRESSO machine, 3 due by June 15, 2009. SCHEDULE group, runs great, $2500. Also, new Swift Deputy Sheriff in Rangely. Must be Color- pool maintenance and ranch laborer. Ap- MAY 2009 ado POST certified, minimum 21 yrs of plicants should be neat in their ap- grinder $2500. Will deliver. 878-5250. Karen Arnold, Treasurer Suggested donations: Craig/Rifle - $5, Grand BLACK METAL framed coffee table w/ age, 2 yrs of general work experience and pearance, be able to work well with oth- Rio Blanco County Jct. $8, Town Scenic $8 slate tile top. $150 new, one year old, good physical condition. Pre-employment ers and provide several personal refer- PO Box G Date, Destination, Driver $100 OBO. (970)629-5281. TRAVEL/ drug, psychological and polygraph testing ences. Competitive starting sala- Meeker CO 81641 May 1, Chuckwagon VACATIONS required, valid CO driver's license. An- ries. Call (970)878-3714 or May 3, Church nual drug testing required. Full-time posi- e-mail: [email protected] to provide GOLDEN OAK colored dining set, table Publish: April 23 and 30, 2009 in Rio Blanco Herald Times May 4, Chuckwagon with 6 chairs and matching china hutch tion with benefits. $3,838/mo. To apply, your address for an application. Applica- May 5, Council on Aging (lighted) $500 OBO. Bottled water dis- SHORT TERM rental by day, week, month, submit a completed Rio Blanco County tions are also available online at: May 5, Chuckwagon - DAY MEAL penser, holds 5 gallon jugs, heats and 2 BDR, 1 BA, fully-furnished apartment, Application and a Sheriff Supplemental www.westlandsranch.com May 6, Chuckwagon cools water, like new, $100. (970)629- $90-$1950, New Castle, CO. More info. at Application to the Personnel Department May 7, Rifle - 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 5281. www.rocksaloon.com or call (970)984- at P.O. Box i, Meeker, CO 81641, May 8, Chuckwagon 2625. (970) 878-9570. Applications can be ob- May 10, Church tained from the Personnel Department or May 10, MOTHER'S DAY GUNS our website, www.co.rio-blanco.co.us/ May 11, Chuckwagon WANTED May 12, Chuckwagon REMINGTON 700 .300 Win. mag. rifle, PERSON TO work part time on 100 acres LAWN CARE May 13, Chuckwagon stainless barrel, Real Tree hardwood syn- in exchange for RV space. Will also con- May 14, Town Scenic - Glenwood Art thetic stock, new in box, $550. 878-5618. sider leasing property. Call for details NEED YOUR LAWN MOWED? C all 878-4360 or Exhibit, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (970)620-5724. 970-623-2447 for quality lawn care. May 15, Chuckwagon May 17, Church May 18, Chuckwagon 22222 May 19, Appointments - 9 to 11:30 BEARS EARS SPORTSMAN'S CLUB LEGAL NOTICES a.m. GUN & SPORT SHOW May 19, Evening Chuckwagon Loudy Simpson - Ice Arena SENIOR CITIZEN'S WATER RATE REDUCTION PROGRAM May 20, Blood Pressure CRAIG, COLO. If you live in a household with one family member who is 64 years or older, as May 20, Chuckwagon Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. shown by a birth certificate, school records, and military discharge documents or May 21, Grand Junction - 8 a.m. to Sunday, April 26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. other supporting documentation acceptable to the Town of Meeker, you may qualify 5:30 p.m., 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission: for a reduced water rate during the months of May through September. Eligible May 22, Chuckwagon Adults $5 households receive the first 8,000 gallons of water free each month (a savings of MEEKER May 24, Church Children 12 & under FREE $24.00 per month). Usage over 8,000 gallons per month will be billed at the rate of May 25, NO CHUCKWAGON - Memorial For more information, $1.00 per 1,000 gallons. contact Robin at 826-9778. Complete Automotive Repairs Day To qualify for the program, the total gross family income for all residents of the Computer Diagnostics LLC May 26, Foot Clinic - Pines household must be less than one thousand, four hundred, sixty four dollars & sev- Machining • Fabricating Tire & Services May 26, Chuckwagon enty eight cents per month ($1,464.78 monthly) or seventeen thousand, five hundred, Welding is May 27, Chuckwagon ervices LLC HOME seventy seven dollars & thirty eighty cents ($17,577.38) per year as evidenced by Cole Tire & S May 28, Craig, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. ed company. IMPROVEMENT the federal income tax return/s for all household members for the year of 2008. If a family own May 29, Chuckwagon you are not required to file an income tax return, please provide copies of all non FAMILY AUTOMOTIVE We offer some of the following services and more: 6th & Market St. May 31, Church taxable income received by the household for the year 2008. 24 Hr. Mobile Tire Service & Tire Shop • 24 Hr. Oil & Lube Service in shop or on Location Transportation Director - Sharon 878- Window & Patio Door Replacement Meeker, CO 81641 If you have been previously enrolled in this program, the Town has your proof of age 970.878.5606 We can take care of: Tires, Services & Minor Repairs on anything. 5347, Chuckwagon 878-5627, Meeker Roofing & Siding on file and will only require that you provide the income tax return or written proof Streaker Bus 942-7125 (not a long dis- Pride in Workmanship PhilMass Mike Mohr 163 Water St. Meeker, CO 81641 of non-taxable income. In order to qualify for the program for the month of May, (970) 404-7299 or (970) 404-7474 tance call). All phones have answering Steve Steele please provide the Town with the required information no later than May 20, 2009. If machines. Steele Roofing & Siding, LLC you miss the May deadline you may qualify for a reduction in June if the required 970-878-3758 information is filed with the Town no later than June 20, 2009. STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES If you have questions or need more information, the Town welcomes your call at HOME OFFICES: BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS 878-5344. Please ask for Julie or Kathy. Thank you. Casey Tech Services, LLC AUCTIONS HUNTING Publish: April 23 and May 7, 2009 in Rio Blanco Herald Times • Computer Diagnostics & Repair • Virus & Spyware Clean-up & For ALL ESTATE AUCTION, Sat. April 25, 10 a.m. Removal your local computer KEVIN AMACK INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. 551 Rose St., Craig, Colo. Antique furni- OOOOO OIL AND GAS CONSERVATION COMMISSION support needs! KEVIN AMACK ture of all kinds, 4 chinas, dressers, ATTENTION LANDOWERS! OF THE STATE OF COLORADO • Audio/Visual Cabling & Consulting Agent table, chairs, piano, modern furniture, Hunter wants one (1) mule deer NOTICE OF PROPOSED MARTY CASEY UNDERGROUND INJECTION CONTROL PERMIT • Residential & Business 628 Main 901 E Main couch, chair, bedroom set, collectables voucher for 2009 second or 970.878.4650 P.O. Box 347 Rangely, CO 81648 of all kinds, enamel, fancy work, stereo third rifle seasons PURPOSE OF PUBLIC NOTICE: Networking Solutions Meeker, CO 81641 (970) 675-5456 [email protected] (970) 878-4036 (800) 440-3418 type slides, cast iron, glassware-green- for GMU 10, 21 or 30. The purpose of this notice is to solicit public comments on a Class II injection carnival, clear, etc. Roseville pottery, 713.466.5390 713.683.7171 permit application for the proposed Yellow Creek Federal 4-16-1 injection well, which jewelry, spear head, pictures, wood/coal was submitted by BOPCO L.P. The Yellow Creek Federal 4-16-1 injection well is lo- cook stove, coffee jars, toys, lamps, yard cated 798 feet from the South line and 689 feet from the West line of Section 4, Town- Homemaker art, curling irons, signed "Tread of the ship 1 South, Range 98 West, 6th P.M., Rio Blanco County, Colorado. Lease To Own Furnishings Pioneers" book, books, sheet music, etc., MISCELLANEOUS BACKGROUND: RANGELY etc. Tools-modern & old. Very clean auc- Class II injection wells are permitted and regulated in such a manner as to Occasional Table Sets tion. Owner: Aldean Schanck. For more BRAND NEW hot tub cover, measures prevent the contamination of underground sources of drinking water and to ensure fluid 84"x86", maroon, $450. (970)629-5281. Stewart Welding info., call Steve Claypoole, CP Auction emplacement and confinement within the permitted injection zones. Class II injection Dining Sets • TV Credenzas 98 County Road 46 Service (970)260-5577. See web: wells are permitted to inject waste generated from oil and gas exploration and produc- tion operations. Bedroom Suites • Trailer Axles & Accessories • www.cpauction.com "Call me about a 24 - Hour Service sale for you!" LOG CABIN PACKAGES BOPCO L.P. proposes to dispose of produced water generated from their nearby 275 6th Street • Meeker, CO 24'x32' for only $16,800. oil and gas operations into the Yellow Creek Federal 4-16-1 injection well. BOPCO on Welding and Machine Work Many styles and sizes. L.P. proposes to inject these fluids into the Sego Formation at depths ranging from (970) 878-4340 BUILDING FREE CATALOG! (307)684-2445 10,616 feet to 10,992 feet. The total measured depth of the Yellow Creek Federal 4-16- Certified Oilfield Welders MATERIALS www.bighornmtn.com 1 Injection well is 11,400 feet and is plugged back to 11,307 feet. Ed Stewart: 675-2063 Public comments are encouraged and will be accepted in writing at the Com- Commercial • Residential SHOP PHONE: 675-8720 DISCOUNTED STEEL Bldgs mission for a period of thirty (30) days after publication of this notice. If any data, in- Phil’s Refrigeration Big & Small PERSONALS formation, or arguments submitted during the public comment period appear to raise Get the Deals of Deals! substantial questions concerning the proposed injection permit, the Director may re- Placement to Site YOU'RE GETTING MARRIED and you've quest that the Commission hold a hearing on the matter. ELECTRICAL WORK www.scg-grp.com Source#1AW been offered the use of your great-grand- Additional information on the operation of the proposed injection well may be Refrigeration • Air Conditioning• Major Appliances Phone: 970-778-3191 mother's wedding gown. For experienced obtained at the Commission office. Serving Meeker & Rio Blanco County OF ALL KINDS RESIDENTIAL •COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL restoration, call The Seamstress at 878- IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, 30 Years Experience CHILD CARE 3193. OIL AND GAS CONSERVATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF COLORADO 878-5243 DUCEY’S LICENSED DAY care with openings. 11 PETS By § David Dillon years experience. Call Rachel Willey David Dillon, Engineering Manager ELECTRIC 878-0096. Dated at 1120 Lincoln St., Suite 801 MOVING MUST SELL! Staffordshire Bull 739 East Main Street, Rangely •563 Market Street, Meeker Terrier puppy, 8 wks. old, has first shots, Denver, Colorado 80203 April 15, 2009 Homemaker 675-8368 • Alan Ducey • 878-4144 CLASSES $300 OBO. (863)602-1879 or (863)325- Lease To Own Furnishings 24-HOUR SERVICE & INSTRUCTION 5006. Published: April 23, 2009 in Rio Blanco Herald Times Sofas • Love Seats Beginning Piano Lessons Recliners • Appliances 226 E. Main Learn the basics of reading music, Rangely rhythm, and piano technique. $15/less- Electronics 675-2482 on with discounts for families! For more information, please call Caitlin 275 6th Street • Meeker, CO Your Hometown Supplier! Turner at (970)629-1178 or (970)878- (970) 878-4340 Lumber & Building Supplies Electrical • Fencing 5247. MARTIN e-mail: [email protected] DCS, INSTRUMENTATION Hardware • Plumbing Paint & Sundries SENOUR CHILDBIRTH & Breastfeeding Classes RosKen, LLC Hand & Power Tools PAINTS® free at Pioneers Medical Center, Meek- AND ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN Accounting and Business Consultants er. 4-week classes for first-time par- Tax Returns, Accounts Receivable Financing, ents, refresher courses, and crash PLUMBING • HEATING • COOLING • SALES Equipment Leasing, Real Estate Financing SHEET METAL FABRICATION • COMPLETE SEWER CLEANING courses for procrastinators! Please Utilizing unique solution mining and processing facilities, Natural Soda Inc. produces Brady Ross, Manager contact Ann Marie Nielsen at 878-5047 baking soda from nahcolite in the Piceance Creek Basin of northern Colorado near 592 Main #1 Ph:(970)878-5600 ED MILLER Serving ext. 236 or 878-3466. Meeker. The company is seeking a proven and self motivated individual to provide P.O. Box 2216 Cell:( 970)620-5411 Owner MBING all of LU & Rio Blanco troubleshooting, repairs and guidance in electrical component maintenance, distributive Meeker, CO 81641 Fax:( 970)878-5224 Residential P County Email: [email protected] Commercial FARM & RANCH controls and enhancement projects. The DCS/I & E Technician reports works directly Remodel HEE C . WANTED: SOMEONE to take a mare & with management, other maintenance personnel and plant operators. This is a great ATM INC gelding for summer. I will not be able Master Licensed ING, 743 E. Main St. opportunity to make a big difference in a growing company where your efforts will be Rangely too. They are gentle, been used on some Quality You cows. They have all shots and travel pa- appreciated. Compensation will be competetive based upon level of experience. PRECISION BUILDERS LLC Can Trust 675-2572 pers. 675-2194. Over 20 Years Experience WANT TO buy 3-4 yr. old bred cows or Responsibilities include: pairs, black only. (303)518-4177. • Facility-wide electrical and instrumentation maintenance and repair parts specification General Contractor RIFLE FREEBIES • Troubleshooting and repairs on all electrical equipment downstream of the Timothy Harris • 970-220-2127 utility transformers P.O.Box 2391 • Meeker, CO 81641 Insured • Bonded ATTENTION FARMERS AND RANCHERS • DCS system maintenance FREE BUILDING • Maintenance and upgrades to telemetry systems, remote VFD’s, packaging ANT CONSTRU The Town of Rangely is offering FREE plant PLC’s and boiler control PLC’s EN CTI for the hauling, a 400 sq. ft. building. V O • Integration of remote PLC inputs into DCS history modules O COMPANY N 2728 Railroad Ave., Rifle, CO Building can be seen at 912 East Main C 1-800-338-2915 • (970) 625-1680 Street. The building must be removed • Planning and scheduling all electrical shutdown maintenance SALES • LEASING • SERVICE • PARTS in its entirety by May 16, 2009. Re- GENERAL CARPENTRY •PAINTING •DRYWALL •TILE •CLEANING moval of the building will require sign- NEW OR REMODEL! ing a wavier releasing the Town of FAX Resume to 970-878-5866 Attention: Mike Payton Rangely from any liability. If interest- (970) 878-5247 or (970) 948-7617 ed call Chris at the Town of Rangely Email to [email protected] or call 970-878-3675 ext 12 Dependable • Thorough • Local Call 675-5033 or 878-4017 at (970)675-8477. Insured • Pat Turner, Owner to place your ad TODAY! CPAXLP CAXCA 18 A Rio Blanco Herald Times • April 23, 2009 CLASSIFIEDS

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QUIET IN town riverside location, RV spaces with city water and sewer, 15-30- 50 amp electrical, 1 week minimum stay, $20/day, $550/month. (970)220-2150.

REMODELED 5 BDR, 3 BA, fireplace, 2-car garage, new kitchen, new floor, large laundry room, like new. No pets. Call to schedule an appointment today! (303)521-1084. 1266 CLEVELAND ST. 1 BDR, large living area, furnished, utili- Bi-level home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, ties included, quiet setting. No smoking family room, upgraded windows, new roof, Local Properties... or pets, $900/month+security deposit. central air, 2 car detached garage, heated 878-4141 or 878-4198. sidewalks, fully landscaped and fenced back GREAT INTEREST RATES! 1112 Park Ave FOR RENT: 1 BDR, 1 BA executive home, Good condition remodeled home with large fully furnished including washer/dryer. yard. Move-in Ready – call today for an master bedroom, covered porch, clean. Local Realtors!! appointment. CALL TODAY. All utilities paid. Serious inquires only. Reduced to $148,000 (970)629-9714 or (970)878-3394.

PRICED AT Mose McPhail 18 MILES up the White River, quiet, 2.5 Cindy Welle, Broker/Owner 345 6th St. • Meeker, CO 81641 BDR, 2 BA, large garage, fenced yard, (970) 878-5165 $220,000 970-878-4314 • 970-878-4319 fax partially furnished. (970)879-5353. [email protected] 10x10 Storage Unit available. Call Onea J. Miller today! Call M-1 Express, 878-5828. 1130 Market St. • PO Box 2107 Meeker, CO 81641 Now is a good time to buy! (970) 878-5877 WHITE RIVER NICE 4 BDR home, great location, no 970-878-4715 • Fax 878-4780 Realty pets, $1200/month. Available immediate- 14012 County Road 8 ly. Call 878-3684. E-mail: [email protected] A L v im a Meeker i it la e Property on the river 3 BDR, 2 BA modular home, located on b d INTEREST i twoacres, fishing. Piceance Creek. Hardwood floors, wood- Member of Craig Board of Realtors Aspen, Glenwood Springs, Rifle and Craig MLS. Visit www.Realtor.com li ty Asking $455,000 ! stove. For information call (970)878-4311. Serving your Real Estate sales needs in Meeker and the Beautiful White River Valley. RATE BUY DOWN* TAKING APPLICATIONS for small 2 BDR OPEN HOUSE this Saturday, 11am to 4pm REDUCED $40,000 Still listing (2) 20-acre house. Available May 1. No smoking, no 326 North Cross L Drive - New home on 4.6 irrigated acres. 3 BR, 2.5 BA, huge master bedroom, 1453 Mountain View Road parcels on Strawberry. pets. 1 year lease. $700/month. 878-3432. living room, family room with gas fireplace, beautiful kitchen. Great Price at $280,000. Average Loan Amount... $160,000 ... Now Asking $425,000 3 BDR, 2 BA, fireplace, country-style We have all types of properties listed for sale, including Homes in Meeker, Ranches and Rural Residential Interest Rate* ... 3.0% In today’s real estate market, you can’t afford to be wrong. kitchen, 2-car garage, no pets, very properties, Businesses, Commercial and Investment properties, Rawland, Building Lots and Homesites. Your Monthly Payment ... Visit my Web site for listings. www.wrrmeeker.com clean. (303)521-1084. For property brochures and complete information stop by our office at 11th and Market St in Meeker. $674.57 CAN BE used for commercial or 3000 sq. Give Steve Wix or Andrea Thiessen a call, and visit our web site at www.backcountryrealty.com ft. residential, 5 BDR, fridge, stove, W/D $ hookup. Call 878-0700. 159,900 Aquila (970) 878-5165 www.meekerrealty.com 1250 Desarado Commercial Office Space in town square. KAREN REED Cindy Welle, Broker ~ Owner Paid utilities with private parking. Call BROKER/OWNER • 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1253 sq. ft. Wendy Garrett, Broker Assoc. Bobby Gutierrez, Broker Assoc. 878-4323. 117 W.MAIN ST.•RANGELY, CO 81648 • Vaulted Ceiling in Living Room (970) 675-2299 • CELL: (970) 629-2357 • 2 Year Builder Warranty 643 Main Street N P.O. Box 1384 Commercial office space available in Hu- Guaranteed Low Down or 100% Financing Available!* Meeker, CO 81641 gus Building, downtown Meeker. 878- 4138. .RESIDENTIAL...... O NEW LISTING ~ 1130 Mark Circle ~ Beautiful 3 O 5 Lots in Cross L Estates ~ 4 to 6+ acres - prices 222 S. StanolindAve 1378 sq.ft. tri-level 3 beds 2 bath -up to $5000 closing costs paid. Reduced $174,900 CALL NOW! FURNISHED STUDIO apartment, $475/ Danny Kuta, Community Manager bedroom, 2 bath home on large site and 2 car ranging from $98,500 - $108,500 315 & 317 N. GrandAve. RefurbishedDuplex. Both sides rented- Income producer! $160,000  detached garage FOR ONLY $197,300 month with lease. 878-3736 or 878-3338. 723 E. Rio Blanco Ave. 1568 sq.ft. Split Level 4 bedrooms 2 baths $152,000
O 304 4th Street ~ Commercial building on Main St.  970-250-3844 O NEW LISTING ~ 240 School Street ~ 1440 SF, in Meeker. Recently remodeled, more than 4,400 PRIVATE ROOMS for rent, no lease. 878- 618W.ProspectAve.672 sq.ft. Fabulously remodeled Ranch 1 bedroom 1 Bath $110,000 154 Darius Ave. 1040 sq.ft. Split level Townhouse 2 bedrooms 1.5 baths $65,000 Grace Homes • (970) 523-5555 • www.gracehomescolorado.com 3bdrm, 2 bath, metal shop, .45-acre site LIST s/f ready for office space and/or retail. $495,000 3432.  PRICE $276,000 234, 240 & 244 School St. Three 2 bedroom 1 bath homes for the price of one. Make an offer! $65,000 *Credit/Income Subject to approval. Payment reflects principal and interest only. Other conditions apply. Spec pricing may include up- O 1266 Cleveland Street ~ Move in Ready. 2 BDR apartments for rent, $750/month. 136 Jones Ave. 828 sq.ft. Ranch with 1 bedroom 1 bath $59,500 grades and lot premiums. Some restrictions apply see lender and community manager for details. O NEW LISTING ~ 1109 Cleveland ~ 3 bedroom, 2 Beautiful 3 bdrms, 2 bath home with 2-car heat- bath, 1,588 sq. ft. home with redwood deck, flag- ed garage located on a dead-end street. Call for 878-3531...... LOTS/LAND stone patio and fireplace in back yard. LIST an appointment Asking $237,000 PRICE $195,000 SHARE MY home for rent, fully furnished, 202 W.Main St. $100,000 Great corner location 2Fantasticlotsin La Mesa Sub $50,000 each Laurie J. Brooks O 165 CR 5 ~ BACK ON THE MARKET 20 acres with full privileges. 878-0790. Owner/Broker O NEW LISTING ~ 73229 Hwy 64 ~ 38 acres with 3 bedroom, 2 bath house NEW PRICE $500,000 We SELL your listing! 889BROOKS Main St., Meeker, Colorado (970) REALTY 878-5858 www.brooksrealtymeeker.com 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, good water, two large ...... outbuildings, etc. ASKING $475,000 O 101 E. Market St. ~ Commercial Building, Prime RENTALS: RANGELY 600 E. Main St. Sale Pending College View Development opportunity Sale Pending Location. $595,000 I O 267 Little Rancho Drive ~ new log home on 35 40 Acres vacant land Sale Pending 223 S. Sunset Lot SOLD 283 9th St. • Lots of personality 2 bedroom 1 bath home.Super clean and updated, double-sinks in bath- COMMERCIAL SHOP with office to rent, room, ceramic tile floor and all new fixtures in bathroom ...... $148,000 acres, great views LIST PRICE $425,000 O Vacant Land ~ 14 acres on County Road 7 124 W.Bell St. SOLD BACK ON THE MARKET $145,000 available now. Call Rio Blanco Realty I 1163 Market St. • 2 bedroom, one bath home on full city lot Great starter or rental potential ...... $110,000 675-2251. View listings at www.raven-realty.com I 939 Garfield Street • 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath home, good location and nice private backyard, large deck, one car garage ...... $265,000 SILVER SAGE RV & MOBILE HOME PARK I 1021 Julie Circle GREAT PRICE-GREAT LOCATION. New windows & doors throughout, wonderful yard, 2 RV & Mobile Home Spaces for rent. BD, one bath home...... $149,000 Call 675-2259 or 675-8573 I 643 4th Street New Listing! 643 4th Street, newly remodeled home 3 Bedrm. ,1 3/4 baths, with a one car garage. Good sized lot. Listed ...... $230,000 2 BDR duplex apartment for rent, kitchen Rio Blanco Realty, Inc. appliances included, washer & dryer Beth Hairston, Broker • Kris Denny, Office Manager I 1247 Garfield St. • Great starter. All new interior and remodeled kitchen with hickory cabinets. 3 bedroom, hookups, no pets. Contact (435)781-1209. 101 E. Main St. • Rangely 1033 W Market St. • Meeker, CO 81641 • Onea J. Miller 1 bath, 1 car garage on 7,500 sf lot...... Priced to sell $148,000 Phone/Fax 970-878-5877 970-675-2251 I 1376 Juniper Road • 5 bedroom, 2 bath home on two lots with awesome 3 car garage, east facing deck for www.westernexposures.com • [email protected] evening BBQ's, exterior stucco,roof and garage all two years old. 1,232 SF on both levels...... $287,120 +++++ RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY N 710 Strawberry Patch Rd. - 10 acres with a SAGEWOOD APARTMENTS Residential Property: I 1132 MichaelCircle • 3-year-old home spotless, 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathrooms. Large two-car garage. N Executive home beautiful custom home, including unfinished on White River. basement, mud room, in-floor heat, river rock 2 AND 3 BEDROOMS 606 S. Stanolind Avenue $319,900.00 16418 Highway 64 $160,000.00 Privacy fence and nicely finished patio in backyard...... Reduced to $256,000 6,000+ sq. ft. fireplace, jacuzzi tub, covered porch, cathedral IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY Immaculate home with a great view! 4 BR, 3.5 Two miles west of town, over 1,500 sf home, 4 4BD, 2.5BA on 6 ceilings, arena and pond. $375,000 bath with 2,900 sf, woodstove and gas fireplace. BR, 2 bath, remodeled kitchen, city water, 3-car I 6324 Rio Blanco County Road 7 • 3 bedroom, 2 bath custom built home on 6 acres. acres, 1.5 miles (406)793-5050 Huge shop and 2-car garage. garage. Room for a horse! Price Reduced to $248,000 from Meeker. N 1147 Main St. - 3B newly remodeled home with $829,000 basement. $175,000 911 S. White Avenue $315,000.00 901 Halfturn Road $148,000.00 I 1276 Hill Street 3 bedroom, 2 full baths with a single car detached garage. Fully N Spectacular views in this custom brick home with New home with approximately 1,200 sf. 3 BR, 2 fenced yard, Borders City Park...... $185,000 ••NEW•• 283 Love Lane Beautiful newer home AUTO PARTS over 4,000 sf on 3 acres. 5 BR, 3.5 bath, 3-car bath, vaulted ceilings. Landscaping with fencing with 30x40 shop, horse barn and corrals. 2.5 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY heated garage, hot tub. and two-car garage. miles from Meeker. $375,000 & ACCESSORIES N •• NEW •• 7400 RBC Rd. 7. Elegant 3BD home N Gary’s Steak House & Saloon 1421 La Mesa Circle $253,500.00 256 East Raven Avenue $134,500.00 with views of the surrounding mountains, and REDUCED TO $850,000 Tremendous 2000 GMC truck bed, long box, have Beautiful tri-level home w/ 4 BR, 3 full baths. Great Perfect first home! 3 BR, 2 bath, 1,100 sf. Lots of canyon below. Custom kitchen, hardwood WE MAKE DREAMS COME TRUE business with living quarters in Meeker, bumper and hitch, white. 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Thursday, April 23, 2009 Rangely, Meeker, Craig, Hayden, and South Routt Service Centers Volume 7, Issue 26 Dinner Dance Spring Fling spices up everyday student life nets $9,000 Jasmine DeFreitas Meeker and Craig donated items to Reporter both the live and silent auctions, includ- ing a refrigerator, artwork, gift bas- kets, patio furniture and much more. The annual Foundation Dinner “Everybody had a good time,” and Dance raised around $9,000 director of student services and reg- toward scholarships for students istrar Tresa England said. “It was a seeking financial aid at Colorado very well put together event.” England Northwestern Community College. bid on and won a certificate to Just The event was held on Saturday, April Hold Still Photography, a business 18 and hosted around 150 attendees. owned and operated by CNCC pho- “I think (the Dinner Dance) was a tography instructor Wendy Roberts. great success,” CNCC Foundation and President of the CNCC Foundation grant coordinator Beverly Gibbs said. Board, Peggy Rector, organized the “Everyone seemed to have a great time and dinner . She was also presented a plaque we raised a lot of money for scholarships.” from the Foundation for her service to Attendees could participate in sev- CNCC and the Foundation. This gesture eral aspects of the event, includ- took Rector by surprise as the plaque was ing a silent auction, live auction, presented by two other board members. a raffle and, of course, dinner. Four students from the Student Freshman majoring in Associate of American Dental Hygiene Association Arts Linda Rossow sold raffle tickets for (SADHA) were also auctioned for two goody-filled baskets to help with the work projects. These students were event. She enjoyed helping the college dental hygiene students Mollie Stecher, raise funds for a good cause: make money Nichole Lemus, Tanara Hooper and “I really enjoyed the talk John Corryn Young, all of whom earned an (Boyd) gave us; it was really inspir- additional $1,290 for their organization. ing,” Rossow stated. The CNCC presi- The Aviation Flight club also assisted dent gave a speech prior to dinner. with serving and cleanup, said Gibbs. Boyd summarized the idea that while Gibbs wishes to send out a “thank other people may be closing their you to all of the organizers and work- doors, CNCC is not and is still look- ers of the event; without their help, this ing forward with plans for the college. (event) would not have been possible.” Many businesses from Rangely, 2009 Foundation Dinner Dance Donors

PHOTOS: TANARA HOOPER Affordable Photos - Judy Allred Among the events hosted for Spring Fling last week were tie-dying and a concert, casino night, karaoke, a dance, and a movie night. Student Senate hosted all the activities on the CNCC - Pat Lollar, Director campus during the week of April 13. Avis Village Floral Morris’s Masques & Muggs Jasmine DeFreitas the tie-dye was going to be, so by three fi rst year dental hygiene Thursday night’s events were Beauty Perfection - Bobbie Barnes – Craig Reporter we apologize if you did not get students who are on the Student cancelled due to bad weather. Beauty Perfection - Jodie Nichols Store a shirt,” Hooper said. “If another Senate: sophomore representative Dinner was held in the cafeteria Berry Brothers (Joe Berry) Norma Hood Spring Fling arrived at Colorado tie-dye event is hosted, many Callie Buchanan, Vice President instead of at Kenney Reservoir and Betty’s Cafe of Colorado - Rangely N.W. Detail - Craig Northwestern Community College more shirts will be purchased so Melisa McCarthy, and Treasurer drawings were held and winners Blue Mountain Energy Pegasus Studio - Jane Hume last week starting Monday, April all students who want one can get Nichole Lemus. were announced by Hooper. This Blue Mountain Inn & Suites Pioneer Natural Resources- Jack 13. It was hosted by the Student one.” Wednesday’s events were held disappointed LeFevre because - Mark Calvin & Don Rich Freshman in general studies in the Colorado room in Weiss he and his friends were going Bramer-Rangely President John Boyd - all CNCC Senate and gave students the Bottoms Up Total Service Areas chance to participate in various Jonathan Kirvin went to the Casino for both dinner and the dance to jump in the reservoir at the Tanning- Rangely Professional Touch - Rangely activities on campus. and Karaoke on Wednesday night. later that evening. The tables BBQ. Friday, students attended Brothers Custom Processing Quality Carpet and Furnishings Monday brought in the tie-dye He said that it was “great.” The were decorated with small torch “Twilight” in the gym which was – Craig - Angie, Jane & Mike Miller and a concert with the band ZIV. concert was not as interesting holders, though they were not run by an off-campus student Candlewood Suites - Craig Rangely Auto Parts - Brad Castro It went well according to position to the students according to lit, colorful streamers decorated senate representative and fi rst year Cedar Ridges Golf Course- Rangely Rock Crawlers - Carl title Jay McLaughlin. The tie-dye McLaughlin. the door and once the dance was dental hygiene student Corryn Rangely (Tim Webber) Rector, President event was run by Student Senate “Karaoke night was fun,” underway there were plenty of Young. CenturyTel Rangely Trash Service - Mike & Secretary and fi rst year dental freshman majoring in associates balloons to be had. “I think overall the events went Chapman’s Auto - Meeker Paula Morgan hygiene Tanara Hooper. of science and marine biology It was the “best dinner of the well except for the weather,” Chevron USA - Jeff Roedell and Rangely True Value - Rodger “The tie-dye was cool, but they Ally Palmer said. “You can get all year,” according to LeFevre as McLaughlin said. However, if Andrew Walla Polley needed more shirts,” freshman the tension out of studying.” This well as the “funniest dance ever.” students didn’t enjoy the events Don Rooks Sinclair Rio Blanco Water Conservation major Nic LeFevre said. Students night was run by Student Senate His friends dressed up with wigs, put on by the Student Senate, Downtown Books – Craig District that did not get there early could President Michelle Brusto. pretending to be someone else McLaughlin suggests that students Dragon Trail Photography Silver Sage RV & Mobile Home still hang out, but went home Between Tuesday night’s while they attended the dance, join Student Senate or put in a Ducey’s Electric - Alan and Park - Carl & Peggy Rector, empty-handed when it came to events and Wednesday, it’s a “toss earning laughter and in general petition. Petitions to the Student Crystal Ducey Rangely the shirts. up to say which was the most out to amuse. He also believed that Senate are due on April 27 and Duco, Inc. - Jeff Rector, Rangely Sims Gun shop “We didn’t realize how popular successful. Wednesday was run the snack table was “awesome.” you can pick up the form in the Elizabeth Robinson Pottery Studio Subway - Rangely library. Emery Bear Art - Craig Urie Trucking - Steve and Elaine EnCana Oil & Gas - Fred Slagel Urie Enterprise - Steve Cochran W.C. Striegel, Inc. - Larry “Bud” Fawn Creek Gallery & June Striegel First National Bank of the White River Market - Everett & Rockies-Lenora Smuts Robert Fugarwe Rental - Kevin Huff Williams Company Giovanni’s - John & Sandy Payne Yampa Valley Golf Course-Craig Heritage Home and Building Center - John & Becky Hume Just Hold Still Photography Kai Turner, Rio Blanco County Commissioner Kathy Simpson - Craig Main Street Coffee Shop Mayor Ann Brady and Rick Brady Meeker Golf Course-Meeker Moon Lake Electric Association Page 2 The spartan Times Thursday, April 23, 2009 Austin R.I.P. Austin James Stoner July 19, 1990- April 19, 2009

A friend, a son, a brother, and a time I get online, all I see is R.I.P. now, I’ll remember him and love to go to a party instead of going to treasure. His life ended so soon Austin and so I don’t even get on him always <3. –Sasha Huber see “Saw 5” and he was kicking ,but he will never be forgotten. right now because I can’t stand the top bunk and it fell on us and looking at it all. I will always love Austin- He had a beautiful soul squished us! – Emily Dunevant Dear Austin, I miss you like crazy! you and miss you dearly! You and a colorful personality. He You will never know how much were a great friend and a great lis- was a happy guy and I will al- Things we will miss about you meant to this world, and I am tener. –Love Heather Armstrong ways remember his bright smile. Austin: extremely jealous that the angels I will always treasure the memo- 1. His smile are going to be the ones danc- Dear Carmel Faced Hook Up or ries of his glowing aura. Austin ing with you now! LOL I don’t Ooostin- Austin always had a was a great guy and I will truly 2. Willingness to listen think heaven even knows what’s smile on his face, and seemed to miss him. – Whitney Chumacero coming!! You always make ev- have a way to make others smile, 3. His polite attitude erything better. I will never for- too. He was a great person and a Dear Austin- I will remember get how I got my nick name La great friend. I could talk to him you as my first neighbor when I 4. His big heart Tegra...oh, Austin! I will never about anything. I’ll miss the hugs moved here who was my crazy forget Lamar in damara, or how he would give me every time we stalker neighbor who spied on 5. His talk & walk “Hey” you were the only one to laugh at were together. I’ll miss the way me. We were ski lift buddies and my dumb comments, “I’m getting he made me laugh. This world told all our secrets up there on the 6. His influence on guys to promoted!” I will never forget our was a better place with Aus- lifts; those were bonding moments wear girl pants rap battles, or how you were the tin in it. I am very happy I had right there. Every time I go up on only person I have ever met who the pleasure of getting to know a ski lift, I will still tell you all 7. His support of everyone always had a smile on their face. I Austin, and I can’t believe he my secrets. He always made me going to miss you more than you is gone. I love you Austin and I laugh and I will always remem- 8. His unpredictable will know, you were the best hug will never forget you! –Brittany ber your goofy, goofy personal- behavior ever and had the best hair by far! Hill (Vanilla Faced Hook Up) ity. You were a true friend that You brought joy wherever you I have some kick butt memories 9. His personal style went and I know you’re smiling Lil Buddy- Our sophomore year, with and they will forever stay. down on us and I am honored Austin played a cook and he said R.I.P. Austin Stoner. I love you 10. His honesty- he never hid to have known you and I can’t “zee” instead of “the” a lot. It was and truly miss you - Love (your anything wait to see you again! I love, so funny. I loved talking to him on ex neighbor) Shandra Sisneros love, love you!! -Jessica Dillon the phone, we could talk for hours. 11. Feeding him waffles at He showed that he cared for oth- Cupcake buddy- I’ll always re- midnight Dearest Austin- I know we didn’t ers. When he left for California member the time me and you hang out much, but when we did, and Royal George, I still felt con- went door to door in Ross Hall, 12. The way he would make it was a hell of a time. I remember nected to him because he would and passed out cupcakes to- everyone else feel the best when you came back to call and email as much as possible gether for the homecoming the high school senior year just to to reassure me we would be back event at CNCC! I’ll miss you, 13. Travis will miss getting in visit, and I saw you and screamed together again. He liked to watch bud! –Meagan Rothaermel trouble with him th your name so loud that Mrs. Hal- “Friday the 13 part two” with me comb yelled at both of us. LOL and he was a hugger <3. He was Once Austin peed his pants on 14. Him popping around the it was so awesome. If only you the best at Rock Band, especially a drunken night and ruined his corner when you least knew how much people actually the singing. He looked good in phone, but he swore that he expect it cared about you. You seriously girl’s jeans and blazers. He loved dropped it in the snow. We knew were the best hug giver. I have to wholeheartedly and would say better. Then he tried to take a light- 15. Skating with him agree with Jessica on that one. I tricky a lot. Sometimes we would er and dry it out, but it just burnt remember all your crazy blaz- pretend to make out for a laugh. it. When he realized it wouldn’t 16. Ski trips ers and the fact that you wore “What happens on the bus, stays work, he laid it on a vent for like girls jeans. I really remember on the bus,” he would have got three days but it still wouldn’t - Judy and David Bray, Travis when you were in Government it. He liked to kid around and say work. Then there was this other and Kyle Laverne class and you would answer all one day we would get married. time when we were in Clay and the questions right and it kind of He was the funniest, craziest, and Austin’s room in Ross, and Austin “I was here unknowingly,” put Mr. Jansen in shock! LOL. I sweetest kid and he left us way too was laying on the bottom bunk re- Austin Stoner 8/19/08 (carved in can’t believe you’re gone. Every soon. May he rest with the angels ally pissed off because he wanted a bench made by Kyle Laverne) Thursday, aPril 23, 2009 The sParTan Times Page 3

feature/opinion Spartan DH students accomplish great things Times Michelle Snowden men and sophomore year. Many an additional fee tacked on to the origi- Established in 2002 Reporter classes include a lecture and lab time. nal tuition, and students need to pay In addition, it is mandatory for stu- lab costs. Each student is required to dents to complete a total of 700 hours purchase his or her own set of instru- Newspaper Staff of clinical practice before graduation. ments, which adds up to over $1000. As the weather warms and the school The grading scale for DH students is The Board Exam that students need : year comes to an end, students are also more strenuous than for general to take at the end of schooling also Editor excited for summer break. Many are education classes. Students must achieve costs extra. All in all, in-state stu- Jasmine DeFrietas relieved to see the end in sight and a minimum passing grade of 75% on all dents pay over $21,000 for school, and finally see all their hard work pay off. DEH courses. This score is also required out of state students pay over $27,000. But for some dental hygiene students, the to pass the National Board Exam and Although this cost seems to be very Layout/Design school year continues into the summer. the Central Regional Clinical Exam. high, each student receives a great educa- : While being in school over summer is Co-Editors “(The) grading scale is designed with tion and clinical experience. The dental Heather Armstrong not what students look forward to, stu- the intent that all students achieve a min- hygiene clinic has recently been remod- dents will be putting in a lot of extra work imum level of competence as a matter of eled. It is equipped with the latest tech- Whitney Chumacero that will ultimately pay off in the end. concern for the welfare and safety of the nology and students learn everything Dental hygiene is an intensive pro- patients that are under their care,” says there is to know about dental hygiene gram at CNCC that expects a lot out Patterson. “Any score below 75% in our and become skilled in all aspects. Business Manager: of the students. The DH students program is considered a failing score.” Dental hygiene is a very inten- Whitney Chumacero need to complete “82 credits in the Because of this, many stu- sive program that takes a lot of will- Dental Hygiene program,” says Mark dents study quite a bit. power, time and determination. Patterson, a dental hygiene instructor “I study at least ten hours every week,” Students will leave this school with Art Editor: and the department chair. “This does Melisa McCarthy, a second year stu- the knowledge and experience to be David Roberts not include the 19 credits of pre-req- dent, says. In addition, McCarthy is also a well-qualified dental hygienists. uisite course work that must be com- involved with SADHA, she is the vice pleted prior to entering the program.” president of Student Senate, and she works : Students take anywhere from five Copy Editor a part-time job serving at Giovanni’s. Jasmine DeFreitas to nine classes per semester and take Students also pay additional costs to The Dental Hygiene Program is demanding and costly, but in the end, it is completely worth summer classes between their fresh- be in this program. Most classes have it. Student Reporting Staff: Heather Armstrong Ask Angel: bad Whitney ChumaceroPHOTO: DAVID ROBERTS Life isn’t over when the work’s gone Jasmine DeFreitas Bree Gibson being laid off. Know that it is not per- Colorado Workforce is giving money to David Roberts Reporter sonal, that we as a country are in people who have been laid off and want habits...oh my! to go back to school to change a degree Breanna Gibson hard economic times, and that other people have survived, so you will, too. or get a new degree. England also adds Michelle Snowden Angel Mataia someone else, this sponsor will take The next step is to put together an that these individuals should fill out Angel Mataia Reporter the initiative to call the appropriate With a severe economic recession in the updated resume and send it in to every a new FAFSA and request a recalcu- authorities and alert your other friends United States, thousands of families are company that is advertising jobs that fit lation for their next year’s income. Jill Claunch and family members. Your sponsor being forced to find new ways to save. your skills and abilities. Some online The procedure for jobless people to Along with the recession, job layoffs This week, among yearly spring is not signing on to keep your secret, sites that you can input your resume in go back to school, according to England, become normal and members of fami- cleaning, it seems that Spartans are but to help you slowly bring it to light, are monster.com, careerbulider.com, or is to first research colleges where your Student lies start applying for unemployment cleaning out their emotional closets as guide you through it, and keep you safe jobhunt.com. You can also visit your new degree would be. Determine what : checks until they can find a new job. Photographers well, finding that they’ve hidden away a Finding a trusted sponsor is an easier city or state’s workforce site and see you want to train in and see what The thousands of people who have Johnny Barbich lot more than dirty socks. Everything is way to become more comfortable with what jobs are open. After this step, re- low cost schools have the program. been laid off in the past two years are out in the open, leaving Spartans to sort seeking help; having someone there look at your future goals and see if you Next, go to that school or look David Roberts seeing immediate changes in their lives through the junk of their unnecessary to lean on will be a positive start and still want to go this route in your life. in your community to meet with as well as their families’ lives. If you Darnell Thompson habits and emotional baggage. As with make it less likely for you to feel over- The next and last task is to keep busy a career counselor to go over or a family member or friend has been Michelle Snowden discarded holiday décor and those saved whelmed or lonely by this new obstacle and not give up on finding a job. You have your goals for completing school. laid off and is looking for steps to get by the bell hand-me-downs ,the first you face. These feelings could cause bills and other financial agreements to Another part to counseling would motivated to start work or school again, step is confronting it, getting rid of it, you to retreat further into alcohol with- keep track of, so you may need to take a be to take an interest inventory and consider these ideas to get started. and keeping it out for good. This week, out the support of someone who cares. part-time or less skilled job than what you make sure your interests and abili- Staff/Faculty The first step in surviving a layoff, we’re slapping on the gloves and getting Once you’ve established an under- are used to so that you can get bills paid. ties match the new degree you are according to eHow, a website that Advisers: gritty, wading through the drama and standing between you and your chosen Overcoming pride and having flexibil- seeking. Always ask for scholarships; shows how to do everything from gar- Heather Zadra secrets, scrapping the habitual litter. This sponsor, seek professional help to get ity is necessary to get back to working. some offered are even career specific. dening to fixing a flat tire, is to deal Jim DeLung edition of Ask Angel is going out to the you back on track. The best thing to do Students come to Colorado “Now is a great time to re-train with the emotional stress and not let new and improved Spartan in all of us. now would be to take steps to turn away Northwestern to get an idea of what because jobs are limited,” states England. Tresa England from alcohol, given that you are already your children, if you have them, notice. they want to do in life. Trying to “With the economy not being (strong), showing signs of alcohol abuse. With Writers say that if the person is having having another degree would be smart.” Matt Fredrickson Dear Angel, find a new job may not be the only your sponsor, research up on treatment a hard time dealing with the layoff, the option, but college could be a re-start- Denise Wade I’ve been keeping something possibilities and other techniques that person could write down his or her feel- ing place for those who have lost jobs from my friends and family, you are comfortable with and that are ings and then shred them until the indi- and are looking for a new career path. and I’m not sure how to let best suited to you and your symptoms. A vidual is not mad at the situation anymore. Director of student services and Summer and Fall them know about it. I don’t good site to look at for listings not only Another step to come to terms with registrar Tresa England says that the in Colorado, but throughout the nation, know if I should. I think I’m if you are an out of state student, would developing a drinking problem. be www.alcoholism-treatment.com. Pre-Registration is -Scared The website offers various articles for any other questions you might Letters to the editor have concerning anything from alco- Now Open, Dear Scared, Dear Editor, To make a glib comment on a televi- It takes a lot of courage to admit holism help to recovery questions. In addition to seeing Jim DeLung, sion show is not amusing and it makes what you have, and being honest After reading your April 16th issue one President Obama look unprofessional. with yourself always comes before CNCC’s resident counselor, there are even And Caps and Gowns treatment centers right here in Rangely article struck me and I felt compelled The fact that he called and apologized the being honest with anyone else. to write and give another opinion to the next day tells me he knew it was wrong. I feel that if you are consuming enough that you could check out to get an idea of what to expect and become familiar with “average joe” label your reporter Darnell Maybe if your reporter got involved Are In! alcohol to think you have a drinking Thompson gave President Obama. with the Special Olympics and the spe- problem, you probably do. If you would the process of recovery. The Colorado West Regional Health Center is located In my opinion the President is not cial (in every way) athletes he would like a sure confirmation of your symp- an “average joe.” He has the title of come to understand what it takes to toms to help you understand the extent of at 7437 Highway 64, in the County Annex Building. Their number is: 970- President before his name, therefore he go out and compete and that it is not your dependency, a great website to visit needs to be held to a higher standard something to make fun of or joke about. is www.alcoholscreening.org. This test 675-8411; they can also be contacted through alcoholism-treatment.com, than anyone else. He represents not President Obama did not make a “silly is based on the Alcohol Use Disorders only the office of President, but he also joke or an honest mistake.” He made a Identification Test (AUDIT), developed where a link to their website is provided. It’s a commendable thing to come for- represents every American citizen in hurtful comment that upset a lot of people by the World Health Organization, to this country. A lot of the world already in this country and not just “Obama screen for harmful or hazardous drink- ward and seek advice; don’t stop there! You have people who care about you looks at the United States as “ugly haters.” Darnell may not think that the ing patterns. The test results are anon- Americans.” Comments like the one President should be put on a pedestal, but ymous and help to give you an honest and are willing to help. Though the road to recovery will be a hard one to President Obama made on the Tonight he is on one, as every President before view of your alcohol consumption. Show gives these people more reason him was, and every President to come If you’re unsure on how to tell your travel, it is not one you have to travel alone. The risks you are taking while to look down on the United States. will be. People of the United States and friends and family about your situa- Jokes can hurt. They can cut deeply the World look up to our President, who- tion, an easy transition towards finding overindulging in alcohol are far more severe, affecting not only yourself but and saying I’m sorry may not be enough ever it is. I don’t think the backlash was help and establishing self discipline is to heal the wounds. Your reporter stated just because it was President Obama. I to find a sponsor. A sponsor is any one those around you. You’re doing the right thing; with willingness and sup- that he thought the joke was funny and feel people would have been upset with person you can trust to help you stay that “we all” love watching the Family any President who made such a hurt- away from alcohol. It is important that port, there’s no doubt that you can do it. Stick with it and Good Luck! Guy show and the Ringer movie, where ful comment on national television. Schedule an appointment with your this person be responsible, someone you jokes like the one President Obama made The President must hold himself up respect, and someone you can count Check in next week to ASK ANGEL! are common place. Well I for one do not to a higher standard and think before academic adviser today! on to be able to help you steer clear of want to be included in the “we all” line he speaks. The “average joes” of the any situation which could weaken your Don’t Forget to submit questions to Schedules available online – [email protected] as well of his quote. I don’t like or watch Family United States and the World are watch- attempts to stop drinking. Your sponsor Guy. I find it crude and insulting and ing, and the President should be setting or stop by the Admissions and must be upstanding in maintaining their as any comments, advice of your own, or follow ups to any questions read as for the movie I thought it was a huge a good example. As the old saying goes, Records Offi ce to view a copy own healthy habits. This would mean waste of time and a great disservice to “words can cut deeper than a knife.” that you would have to tell a friend or in this edition of the Spartan Times advice column with Angel Mataia. the Special Olympics and their athletes. family member and explain your want The Special Olympics is a fabulous Jolene Armstrong Pick up your cap and gown for graduation from for confidentiality, but understand that Remember, if all else fails ASK ANGEL. If you don’t know… now you know. organization and the athletes work as U.S. Citizen and sister to a Special Tresa England in the Johnson Building! in the event that your alcohol consump- hard as any athlete without disabilities. Athlete tion becomes dangerous to yourself or Page 4 The sParTan Times Thursday, aPril 23, 2009 entertainment High Voltage Tattoo: It will electrify you Whitney Chumacero every day in class. Family, flowers, and lipstick, being sober, steak, and other their body. The tattoo industry would Reporter industry. So, for a few more years she work on her clients, but she also has birds were Kat’s specialty drawings. kept moving around to newer and more some pretty sweet tattoos on her body interesting things. not be the same without her. After being a Catholic angel for 14 experienced shops. as well. In the book, there are four All in all, Kathryn Von Drachenberg is a Want more? Go buy the hardback “High Voltage Tattoo” is a newly years, she decided to become a little Then she received a phone call. TLC, pages dedicated to all her tattoos. The beautiful, independent, unique, success- book at amazon.com for only $14. Then released autobiography by Kat Von D. rebel. She fell in love, discovered punk the T.V. network, wanted her to join a new pages show her full body, and some ful woman. She may look a little rough you will know all of her tricks of the Some of you may have seen her on a rock music, got her first tattoo, ran away, show called “Miami Ink.” She accepted more memorable tattoos are blown up, around the edges, but this girl wouldn’t trade, her favorite pieces she has done few shows like “Miami Ink” or her new and dropped out of school all within a and packed her bags. She stayed there while the book explains in detail what hurt a fly. Her life revolves around tat- on clients, other High Voltage workers’ show “L.A. Ink.” If you haven’t seen year. for a couple of years filming the docu- they mean to her and why she got them. tooing, and she has helped many people work, her family and friends, and best or heard about her, it is about time you Her love life was blossoming with a mentary styled show. The show docu- My favorite ones are the roses on her achieve their goals to tell their story on of all, awesome colored pictures. entered her world. boy that was two years older than her; ments what the clients wanted, why they neck, the portrait of her mom on her If you haven’t guessed from the titles he had a Mohawk and wore black eye- wanted it, how much they liked it, and shoulder, the sugar skull by her knee, of the shows she has been on, or the title liner. Kat was so in love with him, she then they ask the artist what he or she the human heart on her calf, the stars of her book, this chick is in love with tat- decided to get her first tattoo of a “J” on liked about the experience. on her temple, and every one of her toos. She is a professional tattoo artist her ankle, which stood for James. Staying in Miami made Kat realize hand tattoos. They are all so unique who also has quite a few tats herself. Of course, her religious parents did how much she missed home in L.A. She and each has its own meanings. This book is all about her life from start not agree with their relationship, so she also butted heads with some of the other Ok, so this girl has a lot of tattoos, to finish, and everything that has hap- and James decided to take a Greyhound cast members, so she decided to peace but how many is a lot? Well, nobody pened in between. bus to Georgia. Only being there for out. But TLC didn’t want her to be done, really knows how many she actually Her journey began on March 8, 1982. three months, Kat realized how much so they offered her a new show in L.A. has. Some of her tattoos merge with She was actually delivered by her she missed her friends and family. She gathered up her own new crew and others, so counters don’t know whether grandpa. How many people can say that? After receiving her first tattoo and began a fresh life back in her home to count a tattoo as one, two, or maybe Not many, but she came from a long line coming home, she was inspired to do town. The show has been up and run- even three! of doctors in her family. She grew up in some tattooing of her own. She started ning for almost two years now. Some other cool facts about Kat that a strong Catholic family that practiced out on her friend and slowly became Some would say that Kat Von D is rakin’ are in this super cool book was that she art, music and religion. better and better. After awhile, she in the cash by having two huge shows, a recently got into the Guinness Book As a family, Kat, her mom, dad, brother, thought she would branch out and look book out, plus the amount she charges World Records. She tattooed over 400 and sister, they could all play the accor- for a job. Surprisingly enough, she for doing tattoos. What she charges for L.A. symbol tattoos in 24 hours. That dion, trumpet, guitar, piano, clarinet, booked a job with Sin City Tattoo, in some fresh ink is absolutely insane! The is one tattoo every three to five min- bass guitar, saxophone, harp, and flute. Los Angeles. Legally, she should not starting value for one of these bad boys utes. Now that’s some speedy inking. They would practice two times a day for have been able to receive a tattoo, but is $500. A portrait piece starts at $1000. Kat also likes to collect rosaries, two hours. At times, Kat said she abso- she was about to begin her profession. That’s not even mentioning color and platform shoes, pianos, anything deal- lutely hated practicing music, but prac- Kat was getting more experienced but detail charges. Yes, this price is off the ing with Beethoven, skeleton keys, tice is what made her so determined and wanted to learn more, so after a year, wall, but I guess the only way to look at designer sunglasses, skateboards, con- dedicated to her profession. she decided to change parlors to Blue it is that you are getting the best work cert ticket stubs, and so much more. She Elementary school is when she really Bird Tattoo. Again, after a year or so, done by the best in the business. is inspired by Mexico, her 1951 Chevy, discovered her passion for art. She drew she was ready to learn more about the So, Kat has done some pretty amazing antiques, fashion, death, family, red Future forecast Friday, April 24 Saturday, April 25 Sunday, April 26

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