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www.montrosecounty.net DEDICATION PLANNED FOR RENAMING OF POST OFFICE
www.voahealthservices.org Special to the Mirror MONTROSE-A dedication ceremony will be held at the Montrose Elks Lodge (801 S. Hillcrest) to honor fallen Montrose Police Sergeant David Kinterknecht at 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 25. The local Post Office building has been renamed in his honor. Speakers will include: from Congressman Scott Tipton’s www.tristategt.org office, George Rossman; Montrose Mayor Dave Bowman; Montrose Chief of Police Blaine Hall; For- mer Montrose Chief of Police Tom Chinn; Postal Inspector in Charge Bill Hedrick; and USPS Colora- do/Wyoming District Manager Humberto Trujillo. On Dec. 21, 2018, Public Law No: 115-366 desig- nated the facility of the United States Postal Service in Montrose, Colorado as the “Sergeant David Kin- www.alpinebank.com terknecht Post Office Building.” Sergeant Kin- The Downtown Montrose Post Office will be re- terknecht, a Montrose Police Department officer, named to honor fallen Montrose Police Sergeant lost his life in the line of duty July 25, 2009 while David Kinterknecht. There will be a dedication responding to a domestic violence call. His wife, ceremony at the Montrose Elks Lodge at 1 p.m. on two daughters, and three stepsons survive him. July 25. www.scottsprinting.com CITY TO MOVE FORWARD WITH TAX INCREASE, PURCHASE OF VIC PAYNE SCULPTURES
By Caitlin Switzer MONTROSE-Actions taken at the Montrose City Council meeting of Tuesday, July 16 include the www.montrosecolorado.com approval of a large sculpture purchase and passage of Resolution 2019-19, to notify the Montrose County Clerk of the City’s intent to authorize a ballot question for the November election to im- pose a City-wide public safety improvement sales tax. www.montrosehospital.com All Councilors were in attendance; Councilor Roy Anderson was present by telephone. There were no changes to the agenda. Mayor Dave Bowman opened the public meeting and announced that votes would be taken by roll www.cityofmontrose.org “Bad Decision,” one of two monumental bronze sculp- call to accommodate Anderson. tures by Wyoming artist Vic Payne that the City of TIME FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA Montrose has agreed to purchase from the current ITEMS owner. First to speak was Veronica Continued on pg 7 in this Art Goodtimes’ County continues Reader Regional issue Up Bear Creek! special use permit hearing! Photo Spotlight! news briefs...and much more!
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OPINION/EDITORIAL: LETTERS
CITY NEEDS CITIZENS COMMITTEE A WITH SHARP PENCIL
Editor: no, no! Not a sales tax that will go on for- business people into our city government I notice that Montrose does not have ever while the city stops budgeting for to MANAGE our tax money instead of the enough police personnel, enough equip- their police department, leaving it to the profligate spending we have now where ment or an adequate police headquarters sales tax to cover the police and to lower when it is all gone, our council just look for building. Just what has happened in this the GENERAL FUND CONTRIBUTION for more. last year to cause these horrendous policing so that those dollars can be Further, from the looks of the business shortfalls to happen all at once in mid- squandered elsewhere. (Montrose Coun- being done in this town, the city’s receipts 2019? ty’s Public Safety Sales Tax is a perfect should hit records this year. This means Was our city council asleep at the example of that practice and has required that unless there is gross mismanagement switch? Was our police department turn- continuous CITIZEN OVERSIGHT). What of our city tax money, there should be ing back funds to the city (for some un- the city needs is a citizens committee with plenty of it to get the police budget and known reason)? Oh yeah, I got it a sharp pencil to find and redirect/ the headquarters project funded and out now! The City Manager and the City reallocate existing funds that are presently of the abyss our illustrious spendthrift Council spent all of the city’s money on scheduled for a few million dollars worth leaders have pushed it into. other things figuring that once gone, all of ‘nice to have items’ for the next few By the way folks, this Sales Tax ballot is- the citizens of Montrose would come forth years. sue for the police and their headquarters and surely vote for another city-wide sales That would include scrapping unneces- should be written to guarantee that the tax to cover the now EMERGENCY sary personnel and other expenditures as funds are ONLY for the police, absolutely NEED. And you know, that is just exactly ‘real’ businesses do. That way the neces- nothing else and no other purpose and the what is happening. sary police officers can be hired and the amount should be calculated to provide Our city fathers and mothers hired a con- headquarters can be built. All other pro- exactly what is needed and no more. And sultant (for 30, 40 or 50,000 dollars) to jects can become lesser priority for a further that what has been budgeted from LEAD the citizen’s committee examining while. the general fund in the past for the police the need to the council’s foregone conclu- If our city manager and the council can- department be absolutely budgeted for it sion that a new sales tax was needed, that not perform this task, they need to be in the future. No exceptions as was done there was no other solution. turned out now and we need to get some in the county. Well we don’t need any such thing! No, level headed, practical minded, successful Bill Bennett, Montrose
BE PART OF THE SOLUTION, NOT PART OF THE PROBLEM
Editor: Willful Ignorance is blaming the other person because You Refuse to hear. This is a direct reason why there are so many Teen sui- cide in this area. parents refusing to hear and blaming their kids because the parent won't listen. this 'blaming' is what is killing us, why is it someone else's fault You won't listen? So many people are so sick and Tired of others refusing to see the problems. If you aint part of the solution, you are part of the problem. Timothy Storrs, Montrose
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COLORADO NEWS BRIEFS BLM TO MOVE HEADQUARTERS TO GRAND JUNCTION
Special to the Mirror ple of Colorado,” said Senator Gard- are there to serve. Ninety-nine percent of WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Cory Gard- ner. “Relocating the Bureau of Land Man- the land the BLM manages is West of the ner (R-CO) announced last week that the agement to the Western Slope of Colora- Mississippi River, and so should be the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will do will bring the bureau’s decision makers BLM headquarters. This is a victory for relocate its headquarters to Grand Junc- closer to the people they serve and the local communities, advocates for public tion, Colorado. public lands they manage. The problem lands, and proponents for a more respon- “Today is a historic day for our nation’s with Washington is too many policy mak- sible and accountable federal govern- public lands, western states, and the peo- ers are far removed from the people they ment.”
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OPINION/EDITORIAL: LETTERS
SEES NO REASON FOR POLIS RECALL ATTEMPT
Dear Editor: governor, and he has not wavered. And A recall can be initiated because of politi- There is so much going on in the national with that yes, he has supported full-day cal reasons, that is true, but should it in news, that when I read in the MONTROSE kindergarten, placing a price cap on insu- this case? He has stayed true to his cam- MIRROR there is a move to recall Colorado lin, putting into motion his resolve to in- paign promises. There are no surprises Governor Jared Polis, I was surprised. Gov- crease Colorado's goal towards increased with Governor Polis. The people of Colora- ernor Polis has only been in office for six use of renewable energy, to allow com- do elected Jared Polis as governor based a months. munities to have some say about oil and lot on those promises. He is elected for What did he do? Did he have sex with a gas drilling in their neighborhoods, cutting four years and may serve no more than porn star then use his attorney to pay taxes to help small business, and moving two terms. If you disagree with his policies them off with hush money? Did he try and forward to allow more public access on or legislation that is passed, VOTE. interfere with an investigation and ob- state leased lands. A last thought. One of the concerns with struct justice? Did he separate children A recall petition? If Governor Polis com- people supporting the recall petition cite from their parents and place them in de- mits a felony, demeans or sexually har- the expense of full-day kintergarten. tention centers? Does he lie to us all the rasses individuals, interfers with criminal What would it cost the Colorado taxpay- time? Oh no, sorry, that is a different cases, then maybe a recall petition would er to foot the bill on a state-wide recall "elected" official. be necessary. But because he signs bills election for governor? Jared Polis said in his campaign, what he into legislation that you don't like, does Sincerely, stood for and would strive for, if elected that justify a recall? Jon Sering, Montrose
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Grigsby, addressing an issue raised by a crosswalk between Horsefly citizen at a previous Council meeting—a and the Coffee Trader. “It’s former family home in English Gardens really dangerous,” Freismuth that has become an aggressively busy Air said. BnB, causing parking, safety, and quality Council approved the of life issues for those in nearby homes. minutes of the July 2 “There’s no place to park anymore on meeting, with Councilor Judy our street,” Grigsby said. “…are there any Ann Files abstaining as she parking restrictions?” had only attended a portion Darci Largent, who lives next door to the of the meeting by telephone. Air BnB, also expressed concern. “Does RESOLUTION 2019-19 Montrose have an ordinance established Council voted unanimously that Air BnB’s operate under at this to approve Resolution 2019- time?” 19, to notify the Montrose English Gardens resident Veronica Grigsby asked the City Mayor Dave Bowman noted that Air County Clerk of their inten- about parking restrictions on Air BnB’s. BnB’s must pay a hospitality tax to oper- tion to authorize a ballot ate in Montrose. “As far as I know that’s question for the election to be held on the nexing and zoning the Horsefly addition, the only limitation…beyond that we do first Tuesday of November, 2019, for the which has been discussed extensively in nothing.” purpose of imposing a citywide Public prior work sessions and meetings. With a teen daughter at home, Largent Safety Improvements Sales Tax to address LARGE SCULPTURE PURCHASE says she is concerned over the high num- critical and immediate needs of the Mont- Assistant City Manager Ann Morgenthaler bers of strangers being funneled into the rose Police Department. presented background information on residential neighborhood by the Air BnB, “I think this is important in terms of a efforts to purchase for $250K the two which rents a number of rooms by the response to our citizen’s committee,” An- bronze Vic Payne sculptures, "Where Ea- night. “What kind of vetting is done by the derson said. “It was their recommenda- gles Dare" and "Bad Decision," currently Air BnB?” she asked. “Bringing in strange tion that we move as quickly as possible… on display Downtown through a loan people for one night, two nights, three this is a way that we can move ahead right agreement. nights…that’s a concern.” now in response to the recommendation Morgenthaler noted that local resident A City ordinance would protect those made by the citizens’ committee.” Bob Brown and a small team of “Save the who have invested in their homes in the Also unanimously approved was Resolu- Sculptures” volunteers led efforts to pur- City, she said. tion 2019-20, authorizing the City of chase the sculptures, and had requested “Your time is up,” Mayor Dave Bowman Montrose Police Department to file a Vic- in January that the City take over negotia- said. “It’s a brand-new problem all over tim Assistance Law Enforcement (VALE) tions with the current owner. With America. We’ll definitely look into it.” Grant through the 7th Judicial District Vic- $115,657 in actual donations and $15,500 Bill McMonigle, the citizen who originally tims Assistance Board for the total of in pledges raised by the volunteers, a bal- brought the matter before Council at a $28,000 to cover a portion of the Victim ance due remains of 118,843, Morgen- previous meeting, also spoke. Advocate’s Salary. thaler said. The former DDA had pledged The problem is coming to a head, he The Victim Assistance position is mandat- $35,750, but after dissolving the DDA, said. “It was a freak show last Monday ed by law, Police Chief Blaine Hall said. Council has access to all of the DDA’s op- after the Fourth of July…seven parking “This is another excellent way the City is erational funds, she said. Also,“ Council spots were taken up, there is a surveil- using grants to fund positions.” could use money from the General Fund, lance camera directly at my window … a A portion of the money comes from but it’s not budgeted.” guy with a cigarette looking straight at my traffic fines paid into the 7th Judicial Dis- Bowman said he had spoken with the front door…you’ve got to do something,” trict, Councilor Doug Glaspell said. owner’s agent Ralph Walchle, and was McMonigle said. The value of the program lies in having told that timed payments would be ac- “All you’re doing is thumbing your noses an advocate available for victims, Files ceptable. “I am very happy to get to this at everyone on our street,” he said. said. “It’s really good for them.” point,” Bowman said. “This is a very im- “There has to be some kind of ordinance ORDINANCE 2483 AND ORDINANCE 2484 portant issue…we are optimistic about a in place…to give us some peace.” -SECOND READING positive solution…thank you all for taking Horsefly Brewing Company owner Phil Council unanimously approved Ordinanc- up this issue.” Freismuth asked Council to look into the es 2483 and 2484 on second reading, an- Save the Sculptures volunteer Lissette
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Riviere said that the sculptures have bene- Morgenthaler reminded of upcoming ing of the Montrose Post Office in honor fited the local economy. “So many people meetings: there will be a community the late Sgt. David Kinterknecht, which will stopped here, saw those sculptures, and meeting on housing and neighborhoods take place at the Elks Lodge July 25. The moved here,” Riviere said. “It does have on July 22 and a meeting on transporta- Montrose Police Department will conduct an economic impact on our community.” tion and mobility on July 25, both set for a 21-gun salute, Chief Hall added. “This clearly does have an economic im- 5:30 p.m. at the Centennial Room. “It has been 10 years since we lost Dave,” pact Downtown,” Anderson said. “In my “People can participate online,” Morgen- Hall said. “If we could all come together opinion, using the DDA funds…this would thaler noted. and support this in his honor, it would be be an appropriate use of those funds.” Bowman praised the Montrose Daily excellent.” Following Mayor Pro Tem Barbara Press Women of Distinction awards and Following the ceremony at the Elks Bynum’s motion to approve the purchase, thanked public works crews for quickly Lodge, there will be a plaque hung at the Councilor Glaspell asked if the City should removing broken branches from streets Downtown Post Office, Hall said. include a contingency in the event that after a recent storm. Bowman said that the opening of the pledged donations are not received. Police Chief Hall mentioned a heroin bust KVNF Radio Studio M will be held July 27 Said Bynum, “I have a lot of faith in and convenience store robbery that took from Noon to 4 p.m., with a party to fol- them…the funds are in that balance right place on July 11. He warned that several low on Cascade Avenue between Main now…we would be deploying them for daylight burglaries have occurred in re- Street and North First Street from Noon capital and infrastructure Downtown… cent weeks. “People are coming home to until 4 p.m. let’s do it.” find their houses ransacked,” he said, add- On Aug. 2 Bowman’s Montrose Summer “This has been going on a long time,” she ing that one woman had her purse stolen Music Series will return to the Black Can- said. “Let’s write a check and be done with off a counter in her home. “She didn’t yon Golf Course; on Aug. 3 the Olathe it.” know it had been stolen until a neighbor Sweet Corn Festival will be held at the Bowman thanked Brown for his persever- found the empty purse,” Hall said. “Please Montrose County Event Center. ance and hard work. “I am sure the citi- lock your doors.” “I want to acknowledge that 50 years zens will be thanking you.” Bowman mentioned upcoming events, ago, some of us were glued to our T.V.’s, STAFF REPORTS including his Accoustic Tuesday event in watching a rocket go up,” Bowman said. Finance Director Shani Wittenberg pre- the City’s Pocket Park with Pearl Road on With no further business the meeting sented a Sales, Use & Excise Tax report. July 23 and the celebration of the renam- was adjourned.
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REGIONAL NEWS BRIEFS
DELTA HOSPITAL WELCOMES NEW FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICAN
natal care.” Landing team. Originally from Ohio, Dr. Angles became “I am really looking forward to working in involved in medicine because she noticed Stork’s Landing where we make patients the lack of quality healthcare for rural feel safe, comfortable and taken care of,” communities. said Dr. Angles. “I will be with parents “Growing up in Ohio I was around my through the ups and downs of pregnancy grandparents who owned a farm and I and through delivering the baby. It will be have always loved having those rural an honor to be part of that entire pro- roots,” said Dr. Angles. “Being back in a cess.” rural community like Delta is exciting be- Dr. Angles received her undergraduate Dr. Amber Angles, courtesy photo. cause I am able to give back through degree in Bio Chemistry from Maria Col- providing quality healthcare.” lege and in 2016 finished her medical de- Special to the Mirror In serving rural communities, Dr. Angles gree. She then moved to Colorado with DELTA– Delta County Memorial Hospital also noticed a gap in women’s healthcare her husband Scott where she finished her (DCMH) welcomed new provider, Dr. Am- and the need for accessible ways to seek residency in June 2019. ber Angles, to the Family Medicine team treatment for specific health issues. “When my husband and I moved to Colo- last week. “It is important to have access to critical rado for my residency we both just fell in Dr. Angles is a board-certified family health exams like mammograms, pap love with the state,” said Dr. Angles. “We medicine practitioner with a specialized smears, pelvic exams and more,” Dr. An- are eager to be around nature where we emphasis in obstetrics, and is trained to gles said. “Another important component can hike, fish, camp, and explore places care for patients of all ages. to women’s health is having access to we’ve never seen before. We already have “I love being able to provide care for the quality prenatal care.” plans to rent a four-wheeler so we can try entire family,” said Dr. Angles. “Family In the family practice the physicians are out Delta’s nature trails.” practice doctors have a lot to offer their there to support patients through all the Dr. Angles is excited to be part of the patients and the community and I can’t different stages of life from adolescence DCMH and is looking forward to furthering wait to get started. I am especially eager to adulthood. One area that Dr. Angles is her work in the community as a partner to work with women, children and in pre- excited to be a part of is the DCMH Stork’s and healthcare provider.
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OPINION/EDITORIAL: LETTERS
CONVENTION OF STATES PETITION DRIVE TO HOST TABLE AT THE MONTROSE COUNTY FAIR
Dear Editor: tion. All other powers, as stated in the has power over everything, because that’s The Constitution of the United States is Tenth Amendment, are reserved to the how it has behaved for decades. arguably the greatest Constitution known states or the people. It’s a big problem, but We the People to man that was chartered for the purpose Let’s state that again for emphasis. Arti- have a solution as big as the problem. The of securing the rights of its citizens. Know- cle I, section 8 of the Constitution enumer- solution is Article V which gives the People ing that all men and women are endowed ates the powers of the federal govern- of every State, acting through their State by the Creator with “certain unalienable ment. The Tenth amendment states the Legislatures, the right to call for a Conven- Rights” the Framers of our Constitution redundant proposition that all powers not tion of the States to amend the Constitu- formed a government to guarantee every granted to the federal government are tion. American the rights of life, liberty, and the reserved to the states and the people. In Join the grassroots movement to check pursuit of happiness. (The Declaration of other words, the powers granted to the Federal overreach, restore fiscal responsi- Independence) federal government are strictly limited. bility and establish term limits for all The hallmarks of the form of government The powers granted to the States and the elected officials. Support the call for a in our Constitution are its limitations and People are unlimited. Convention of States under Article V. Sign its divisions. With checks and balances put So how have we gotten to this place in the Petition! in place to maintain those limitations and our nation of such gross federal overreach Convention of States Action will have a divisions, the Constitution created a na- and abuse of the Constitution? It has aris- table at the Montrose County Fair in tional, or federal, government that was en primarily from (1) over-broad interpre- Friendship Hall all this week. Come see us limited to specific, enumerated powers. tation of specific constitutional language and learn more about this powerful tool What does this mean in practice? It means such as the commerce clause, and (2) Con- under Article V. that Congress, the president, and the fed- gress’ failure to consult the Constitution For more information contact Joe Fockler eral judiciary may only legitimately exer- for authority before enacting legislation. at [email protected]. cise powers that are specifically delegated Most members of Congress today appear Joe Fockler, Montrose to them, by the people, in the Constitu- to believe that the federal government
DISAGREES WITH HEFFERNAN LETTER IN DAILY PRESS
Editor; the host of the early AIDS epidemic, drowned by going through proper chan- The pro-invasion letter from Tom Heffer- crossed our border illegally. The eboli virus nels to become a citizen. And most people nan is appalling. It's easy to sit here in is also raging in the Congo and they are who display Heffernan's favorite bumper Colorado where he is safe (for now) and quietly distributing those infected sticker, "immigrants make America great" complain about conditions at detention throughout American cities. Unhealthy are incapable of coexisting with people centers at the southern border. He said invaders are now coming from all over the who have a MAGA hat on their head. He they didn't do anything illegal, but when world. Some are treated at the border should prove his bumper sticker by shar- they crossed our borders that was illegal. with borrowed money from the bankrupt ing his home with them! And they are not in detention centers treasury at $22 trillion dollars (Thank you Democrats spent 2 years and $40 million when they can avoid it by walking the oth- Obama for doubling the national debt!), taxpayer dollars feigning a fight about fake er direction! but health care is not the job of the Border foreign involvement in our elections and There is a system and a path to become a Patrol. Democrats previously voted to fine then voted 228 to 197 in favor of allowing citizen of America and he knows it--at Americans for not having health insur- non-citizens to vote! How's that for their least he should since he appears to be so ance, but they give healthcare to illegals pathetic insinuation of righteousness? sensitive to their cause. for free! How touching! Democrats whine that $5 billion for a He complains of illnesses at detention The Feds recently seized $4 million in wall is a waste of money, but think spend- centers, but it's they who are bringing Meth and Fentanyl at Arizona and Califor- ing $155 billion a year to support illegals is diseases into America along with massive nia border stops but that doesn't include a human right! amounts of drugs, criminals, and terror- other contraband and sexually exploited Their hypocrisy and allegiance is sicken- ists. For instance, by June 5 more than 500 children and drownings at distant river ing! invaders from the Republic of the Congo, crossings. In 243 years not one person has Jerry Bartholome, Montrose
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CITY RECONSIDERS BAN ON ANIMALS IN CEMETERY, DISCUSSES PUBLIC SAFETY SALES TAX
By Caitlin Switzer owner or Custodian to MONTROSE-On Monday, July 15, Mont- possess or allow any rose City Council met for a work session. Animal within the prem- All councilors were in attendance; Roy ises of any special event Anderson was present via telephone. hosted within the City Lunch was catered by Heidi’s Brooklyn where posted any Ani- Deli. mal is not permitted, NEW EMPLOYEES unless specifically au- Joining City staff are Utilities Worker Tyler thorized by the City Good, Patrol Officer Troy Tomasko, Animal Manager or his design- Shelter Technician Shelly Robillard, Fleet ee.” Division Superintendent Shane Brandt, City Animal Control and Deputy City Clerk Mikayla Unruh. Officer Mike Duncan Good moved to Montrose at age 12 with shared statistics on con- his family, including five brothers and two tacts in Cedar Creek Joining City staff are Patrol Officer Troy Tomasko, Utilities Worker sisters, and has previously worked for Sky- Cemetery. A card is Tyler Good, Animal Shelter Technician Shelly Robillard, Deputy West and for the family business, Good’s completed for every City Clerk Mikayla Unruh, and Fleet Division Superintendent Shane Brandt. Processing. “You’ve probably met a lot of contact; here have us around town,” he said. been 185 cards since Tomasko has a wife, two kids, and anoth- 2014, Duncan said. “Sometimes when we go there, our family er on the way. “I’m excited to be here,” he “Each time our officers go out to do a area smells so bad of urine…we don’t like said. “It’s a good area for my growing fam- directed patrol, they fill waste bags and to be there.” ily.” they always pick up large amounts of fe- Councilor Roy Anderson spoke by tele- Robillard, originally from Michigan, dis- ces,” he said. phone. “It’s terribly disrespectful…a few covered Montrose years ago, and eventu- There have been 12 citations written for ruin it for the people who are responsible ally returned here to stay. “I am very excit- running at large over the last three years. pet owners. ed to be part of the City,” she said. “City ordinance doesn’t prohibit animals “I kind of think what we did is probably Brandt worked at John Deere for the last from urinating on headstones,” Duncan the right thing.” 11 years, “I was born and raised on the said. “I would not have suggested the Said Mayor Pro Tem Barbara Bynum, “To Eastern Slope,” he said. He has a wife and ordinance be drafted were it not for the me…the primary purpose is not a park it’s three children. problems observed in the cemetery.” a cemetery…we need to make a decision A Montrose local, Unruh has served on that respects that.” the City’s Youth Council, where she was “There are signs out there telling people “If people want a dog to run, take ‘em to elected mayor twice. She recently earned to keep dogs on a leash,” Public Works a dog park,” Files said. her degree in public policy and public rela- Director Jim Scheid said. Council resumed the ongoing discussion tions, and is training with Deputy City Superintendent of Parks and Special Pro- of the proposed public safety sales tax. Clerk Carolyn Bellavance, who will retire jects John Malloy said that the cemetery is The discussion will be continued at every later this year. a favorite place to take dogs, “but we have City work session, Mayor Dave Bowman “I am so excited to be back in the com- bags there, and we still find a lot of said. munity,” she said, “…this is a great chance waste.” Police Chief Blaine Hall thanked staff for to get involved with the City.” There are other areas in the City that are their help compiling the extensive amount DISCUSSION ITEMS also shaded and tranquil where people of background information contained in The work session began with a discussion can walk their dogs, he said. the work session packet. “It’s a really good of Municipal Code 6-2-5, Animals Prohib- Councilor Doug Glaspell noted that the reference,” Hall said. An informational ited, which states as follows: “It shall be same problem exists in local neighbor- presentation with Chief Hall and Public unlawful for the owner or Custodian of hoods. Safety Committee Chair J. David Reed will any Animal to possess or allow that Ani- Councilor Judy Ann Files, who has family be held at 8 a.m. Aug. 21 at the weekly mal on the premises of Cemeteries, Sports members in Cedar Creek Cemetery, com- Forum discussion at the CASA Facility. If a Fields, and non-grass playgrounds owned mented as well. sales tax increase is to be on the Novem- and maintained by the City, or for the “It is the urinating,” Files said. ber election ballot, the language must be
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DISCUSSES PUBLIC SAFETY SALES TAX From previous pg certified by Friday, Sept. 6, Hall said. the Office of Economic Development & Council discussed a budgeted item, re- International Trade (OEDIT)’s recent rural placement of a hydrogritter for the prosperity road show, the work recently wastewater treatment plant. Utilities done in the Tortilla Flats neighborhood by Manager David Bries said that three bids Western Conservation Corps volunteers, were accepted from three local contrac- and a number of upcoming musical events tors; the recommended contract award is around town. to GW Mechanical and Excavation in the Also noted during the comment time amount of $62,255. Cost savings resulted were a Resolution on the July 16 meeting from being receptive to a variety of manu- agenda concerning the purchase of the facturers, Bries said. “I think we have fairly two large monumental bronze works by good prices on this.” Vic Payne that have been on loan to the Despite free bags, animal waste continues The contract award will come before City. to cause problems at the cemetery. Council Aug. 5. Bowman noted that several options are Council considered the special events available to pay for the sculptures, includ- the roundabout later in the week, City alcohol permit for FUNC Fest. FUNC Fest ing use of the Downtown Development Engineer Scott Murphy said. Riverwood 2019 will be Aug. 9-10, City Clerk Lisa Del- Authority (DDA)’s remaining funds, use of Subdivision (located in Montrose County) Piccolo said; Apollo Road will be closed. General Fund monies, or a combination of will be connected to City sewers in “about COMMENTS the two. Files asked why the item had not a week,” Murphy said. All 35 homeowners Council discussed youth sports, upcoming been scheduled as a work session discus- signed up. events, and the need to designate some- sion item prior to being p laced on the Opportunities are available for those who body to purchase a pig at the July 27 meeting agenda. wish to “Adopt a Street,” Public Works Montrose County Fair Auction. The pig “It’s on the agenda to deal with tomor- Manager Jim Scheid said. Streets must be would likely be served at the City picnic row…we could have a discussion right cleaned twice a year, and volunteers can Aug. 15, Bowman said. Bynum and Ander- now,” Bowman said. obtain bags and orange vests from the City son declined, Files declined as well. “I am surprised there was no discussion Shop. “You have to go to a class to learn how to at work session,” Files said. On July 25, the Montrose Post Office will do this,” Files said, “…to learn how to bid Morgenthaler said, “Bill (Bell) directed us be renamed in honor of the late Montrose on an animal. It’s not a quick thing to do; I to…sorry we didn’t go through you…to Police Sgt. David Kinterknecht, who lost prefer not to do it again.” keep the money moving forward in a time- his life responding to a domestic violence Recalling the experience, “I bought a ly manner.” call ten years ago. cow,” she said. “A big, cheap cow.” Bowman spoke about what an honor it Also, last week ten grams of heroin were Other discussion highlights included an was to go the 2019 Black Canyon Quilt seized in a routine traffic stop, Police Chief upcoming meeting with Congressman Show for the Mayor’s Award. “It’s pretty Blaine Hall said. Scott Tipton concerning broadband, the cool to see all those beautiful, beautiful “It was a good arrest. We’ve had a lot of possibility of using fiber owned by West- quilts.” activity in the last week—there was also a ern Area Power Adminisration (WAPA), Concrete was scheduled to be poured for robbery at Alta.”
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QHN RESOURCE NETWORK NATIONAL SEMIFINALIST
Special to the Mirror source Network (CRN) has been named CRN’s development, a joint venture be- GRAND JUNCTION-Quality Health Net- one of five semifinalists for the Robert tween QHN and Stella Technology, lever- work (QHN), based in Grand Junction, Wood Johnson Foundation Social Deter- ages the extensive knowledge and assets Colo., has announced its Community Re- minants of Health Innovation Challenge. of QHN’s award-winning health infor- mation exchange infrastructures. The competition started with 110 entries and seeks to find digital solutions to help providers and those at risk connect to safety net and other services which may include social, behavioral, and medical needs. The ability to address an individual’s un- met social determinant needs, like hous- ing and food insecurity, can contribute materially (+50%) to a person’s well-being and can improve healthcare outcomes and costs. “We are thrilled that CRN is among the top five innovations in the country,” says Dick Thompson, Executive Director and CEO of QHN. “The CRN platform provides solutions to fill the gaps people face getting the help they need. Our community has been working for years to develop a collabora- tive system to reduce unnecessary dupli- cation, improve the well-being of individu- als, and ultimately drive down the cost of healthcare for everyone across western Colorado. “We also believe this leading-edge tech- nology can be scaled to be used in com- munities throughout the US.” CRN is a secure community information exchange that creates a whole-person picture of health, connects care teams, expedites help for those at risk, and opti- mizes their well-being. CRN is powered by Quality Health Net- work, recognized as an innovative leader of health information exchange in the nation. of Mesa County Public Health. As a semi-finalist the CRN receives $5,000 and advances to phase II of the competition with a $50,000 prize at stake. For more information about CRN or to schedule an interview with Dick Thomp- son, please contact Charity Meinhart at (970) 248-0033.
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NEWS BRIEFS
STATE CONVENES 1ST MEETING OF FAMLI TASK FORCE
Special to the Mirror DENVER – On July 16, the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) convened the first meeting of the FAMLI Task Force, a 15-member commission (13 voting members and two non- voting state agency members) which is responsible for recommending a plan to implement a paid fam- ily and medical leave program for Colorado. The task force, created by SB19-188 - FAMLI Fami- ly Medical Leave Insurance Program (Senators Win- ter and Williams and Representatives Gray and Duran), is comprised of private employers, orga- nized labor, worker advocates, labor economists and state agencies. Over the next four months, the task force will study paid family leave models, re- ceive and review three expert reports on the ad- ministration and establishment of paid family and medical leave programs, receive and review a re- port from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment detailing the health bene- fits related to paid family and medical leave, and consider proposals from third parties that may be willing to administer all or part of a paid family and medical leave program. Starting August 15, public comments can be pro- vided for task force consideration on the program via the form posted on the website cited below or by mail. Starting Aug. 25, public comments can also be provided via the Colorado Register. The task force will make an initial recommenda- tion on a family and medical leave program for employees in the state by November 1, 2019 which will then be analyzed by an actuary. After reviewing the actuarial analysis a final recommendation on a family and medical leave program will be delivered to the legislature no later than Jan. 8, 2020. The next meeting of the task force will take place on August 27, 2019. More information, including task force membership, key time deadlines, and a form for submitting comments or questions, can be found at famli.cdle.co. Additionally, because these meetings are open to the public, this website will in the future also provide a link for following task force meetings remotely.
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BOCC CONTINUES HEARING ON SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR 3XM; APPROVES PURCHASE OF MORE TASERS FOR MCSO
Montrose County ment in the amount of $122,480.05 with Clerk & Recorder Axon Enterprises of Arizona. The pur- Tressa Guynes request- chase agreement is for additional tasers, ed approval of a con- “Which we are in dire need of,” Lillard tract in the amount of said. $24,345 with print Hansen said, “Help me and everyone vendor Response Tech- understand the lack of the tasers that we nologies, Inc. for had—they were sharing tasers, is that printing of election correct?” ballots, envelopes, and “That is correct; the current fleet that we secrecy sleeves for the have as far as our tasers go, are antiquat- 2019 coordinated elec- ed,” Lillard said. “Right now they are not tion. even making parts for some of the tasers The item was budget- we are carrying on duty…the deputies are Gordy Diers was among the neighbors who spoke against a special ed and passed unani- actually trading their tasers when they use permit for a proposed composting facility. mously. come in to the next shift…it’s very neces- Commissioners voted sary that everybody, that our sworn offic- By Caitlin Switzer unanimously to re-appoint Kevin Kuns and ers within the department have a taser. MONTROSE-The regular meeting of the to appoint Alexander Parker to the Mont- Commissioner Keith Caddy said, “It’s an- Montrose Board of County Commissioners rose County Citizen Advisory Committee other tool in your toolbelt, very necessary (BOCC) at 10:30 a.m. on July 17 was con- for two-year terms that will expire on Dec. out on the street to protect the officer vened an hour later than usual, due to a 31, 2021. and the citizens from violent citizens.” scheduling conflict. All three commission- The purchase agreement passed unani- ers were present. BOCC Chair Sue Hansen Also unanimously approved was an mously. welcomed Montrose City Councilor Doug Agreement for Services between the PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT Glaspell, who was in attendance. BOCC (as fiscal agent for the West Region Planning & Development Director Steve Pastor Karl Leuthauser of Grace Commu- Health Care Coalition) and Coordinator White presented background information nity Church delivered the invocation and Scott Hawkins, a reimbursed expense of on a special use permit application by thanked commissioners for their work on $71,883. 3XM Grinding & Compost, LLC to build a behalf of the community. Resolution 28-2019 was presented by large, commercial, composting facility at PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Public Works Director Keith Laube, involv- 59039 Amber Road in Olathe. No comments were heard from the public ing approval of an Intergovernmental The County’s Planning Commission held a on non-agenda items. Agreement between Montrose County, public hearing June 27 on the proposed COUNTY MANAGER the City of Montrose, and the Colorado facility, White said. He listed the condi- County Manager Ken Norris had no chang- Department of Transportation (CDOT for tions attached to the requested special es to the agenda. adoption of the US Hwy 550 Access Con- use permit; among those is a requirement CONSENT AGENDA trol Plan. The goal is to have a common that no biosolids are processed or stored Consent Agenda items were approved plan between the County, City and State, on-site as originally proposed. unanimously. Laube said. “Biosolids were a real concern for neigh- GENERAL BUSINESS & ADMINISTRATIVE BOCC Vice Chair Roger Rash said, bors,” White said. The Planning Commis- ITEMS “Outstanding work on this huge collabora- sion recommended approval based on the Resolution 27-2019 passed unanimously. tive effort…we all worked together to 20 conditions, he said. The Resolution was presented by Assistant come up with this plan.” A number of letters have been written in County Attorney Julie Andress, and con- The plan is not set in stone, there can be support of the proposed composting facili- firms the use of Montrose Emergency Tel- exceptions, but exceptions must be ty, which would provide a greatly needed ephone Service Authority (METSA) funds worked out by CDOT and Montrose Coun- service and product to the region. White by Montrose Regional Dispatch in 2018. ty, Rash noted. Commissioners unani- shared several new letters with the com- “METSA is doing an outstanding job for mously approved the IGA. missioners. “The letters that came in over our community,” BOCC Vice Chair Roger Montrose County Sheriff Gene Lillard the last week…are all in favor,” he said. Rash said, as he moved to approve the requested approval of a purchase agree- The special use permit would run with resolution. the land.
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The BOCC convened a public hearing; ap- be the way to go right now…there’s a big plicants Keith, Kirt and Holly Mautz gave a shortage of organic manure or fertilizer,” long, thorough presentation on the pro- he said. “…I think it would be a good posed composting operation. deal.” “We want to divert organic waste from Neighbor Frankie McIntosh spoke next. regional landfills,” Holly Mautz said, noting She asked for definitions of green waste that 40 to 50 percent of material that ends and biosolids, and asked, “Have you ever up in area landfills is compostable. had a composting pile in your backyard? As a privately-owned facility, 3XM Grind- Because it stinks like crazy. I don’t know ing & Compost would be able to accept how you are going to mitigate odor issues; compostable waste from five surrounding aeration and capping the waste at the end Special use permit applicants Keith, Kirt and Holly Mautz gave an exhaustive presenta- counties as well, she said. “We use indus- of the day will not be adequate… tion of the proposed 3XM Grinding & Com- try-standard best practices…the end prod- “No matter how any of this is processed, post Facility to the Montrose BOCC July 17. uct is a resource rather than waste.” it’s going to attract critters and attract a The company plans to employee 10 to 15 variety of bugs,” she said. ing. Commissioner Keith Caddy moved to full-time workers, and the facility will not McIntosh also pointed out that nothing is continue the special use permit for 3XM accept trash, including plastic, metal, or being done about dust from nearby Pio- Grinding & Compost until the meeting of toxic materials, Mautz said. Dust will be neer Soils, and that there are Federal reg- Aug. 7 to allow time for further study; the controlled with water. ulations about putting a new compost continuance was unanimously approved. “If it was once alive, it can compost,” she facility near an airport. A public hearing was convened on a pro- said, and listed the many benefits the pro- “We are finding out every day what posal to rezone six acres at Hwy 550 and ject will bring to the region. “We want to chemical odors, noise and dust do to our Trout Road from General Agricultural to create an organics recycling industry in health,” she said, and asked that the per- General Commercial. A previous proposal Western Colorado where none exists mit be rejected until further study is com- by the applicants to rezone 13 acres had now.” plete. “You are nothing more than a wolf been denied; the proposal was revamped BOCC Vice Chair Rash asked the appli- in a herd of sheep.” and the acreage reduced. The rezone re- cants specific questions about mitigation Neighbor Gordy Diers also expressed quest passed unanimously. of noise and dust, and of water returned opposition. “I am really in favor of the A third public hearing was convened, to the irrigation system. He noted the industry, I just think it’s in the wrong concerning a proposed resolution to presence of residential neighbors. place…there’s lots of homes there. There’s amend the Montrose County Building “There are quite a few houses around lots of new homes and lots of nice homes Code and address the fee structure, which your facility,” Rash said. that are all going to be directly impacted. has not been changed in ten years. The Comments were heard from the public; “…the wind blows out there as you all Resolution was continued until Aug. 7 to first to speak was Charles McMurdy. know,” Diers said. “A five-foot fence is not allow more time for Planning & Develop- “I was on the county planning commis- going to keep paper from blowing all over ment to answer questions and share infor- sion for several years, and I am also a re- my place and all over everybody else’s mation with the public. tired realtor and retired farmer…I live place. “ Four more Planning & Development about a mile south of a composting pro- Born and raised as a rancher, Diers said items were approved, including a proposal ject right now at David Harold’s place. he is used to smells. “But frankly, I don’t by the Caitlyn minor subdivision to divide They have a pretty good sized field and I want to go out to have a barbecue and be a 11.74 acre lot into three lots at 1261 never do smell any of that…too many peo- smelling their waste products.” 6530 Road & 1265 6530 Road; a proposal ple think that when they move to the Water is also a concern, he said. by the Clugston Minor Subdivision to di- country they won’t have any bad smell, “It’s the right industry in the wrong place. vide a 7.376 acre lot into three lots and cattle lay out in the green field and It’s affecting too many people.” at 62063 Jade Road; a proposal by the eat the grass and that’s country,” McMur- Applicant Keith Mautz responded to ex- Amended Nicks Minor Subdivision to lift a dy said, adding that he worried when a pressed concerns, and said that water is plat note at 62773 Niagara Road; and Res- chicken house was built near him. “But it plentiful during irrigation season, “…that’s olution 26-2019 for the Garret Estate Cel- only smells the one or two days that they when we’ll do almost all of our pro- lars Winery Tasting Room Special Use Per- clean the chicken house out. The rest of cessing.” Following further questions and mit. the time I never do smell it. discussion, BOCC Chair Sue Hansen closed With no further business, the meeting “I really do think that organics seem to the comment portion of the public hear- was adjourned.
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COLORADO HUNTING ACCESS EXPANDS FOR 2019 SEASON
Special to the Mirror tions of the new lands enrolled in the Pub- leases have earned $1.4 billion for Colora- TELLURIDE - The Colorado Parks & Wildlife lic Access Program for fall 2019’s hunting do public schools in the past decade and (CPW) Commission has unanimously ap- season. The Public Access Program cur- have been the primary funding source for proved a multi-year expansion of the Pub- rently includes 480,000 acres, the majority the Department of Education’s Building lic Access Program that will include up to of which are located in Northwestern Col- Excellent Schools Today program. 100,000 acres added to the program by orado where there is prime big game Public access for wildlife-related recrea- the fall 2019 hunting season. The Public hunting. CPW will enroll lands in the plains tion on trust lands is made possible Access Program provides limited, seasonal of Eastern Colorado where bird hunting through the Public Access Program, a hunting and fishing opportunities on Colo- and small game hunting is popular to pro- lease agreement between the State Land rado trust land across the state. vide a broader array of opportunities on Board and CPW. CPW funds its one million "I congratulate the Parks and Wildlife trust lands. acre lease through hunting and fishing Commission and the State Land Board for “Colorado is known for our incredible license fees and the ‘Future Generations expanding access to Colorado state natural beauty, and I'm committed to ex- Act’ approved by the 2018 legislature. lands,” said Dan Gibbs, Executive Director panding the public's access to and enjoy- “I’m thrilled that hunters and anglers will of the Department of Natural Resources. ment of our treasured state and federal have more access to state trust lands in “The expansion of the Public Access Pro- land. CPW's Public Access Program for Colorado this season,” said Dan Prenzlow, gram passed by CPW today and the State sportsmen and women is growing just in CPW director. “Hunters and anglers are a Land Board earlier this month will grow time for the upcoming 2019 hunting sea- critical foundation to wildlife conserva- the program by more than 20% to son. We will continue looking at more tion. They make significant contributions 585,000 acres over the next year. Colora- opportunities to increase access and help to our local economy, especially rural do is a growing state with increased de- relieve overcrowded areas,” said Gover- economies. It’s an added benefit that our mand for recreation, hunting and angling nor Jared Polis. Public Access Program helps fund Colora- throughout Colorado. In the coming years, The Public Access Program is one of sev- do school kids.” Governor Polis and the Department of eral ways hunters and anglers can get out Trust lands enrolled in the Public Access Natural Resources will continue to seek in Colorado. Colorado spans 66.6 million Program are open to a variety of wildlife- additional access opportunities to encour- acres and 23 million acres of public land is related uses, primarily hunting and fish- age Coloradans to experience, explore, available for hunting. ing. For hunter safety, wildlife protection, and enjoy the outdoors.” Additionally, three million acres of land and the integrity of the land, the public Today’s vote is the first step in a multi- in Colorado are called trust lands and have must follow the rules and regulations at year effort to double the size of the Public been held in a trust since statehood in each property enrolled in the program. Access Program from 480,000 acres to 1876 for the purpose of funding public Unauthorized activity on trust lands is nearly one million acres. This is the first schools. The State Land Board earns mon- subject to enforcement. major expansion of the program since it ey for schools from trust lands by leasing The public may view land enrolled in the began in 1993. the land for a variety of purposes, includ- Public Access Program using CPW’s In August, CPW will announce the loca- ing hunting and recreation. Trust land Hunting ATLAS.
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SPEAK NOW - FREE SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION TRAINING FOR PARENTS AND ADULTS WORKING WITH YOUTH
Special to the Mirror hol day, July 29 from 6- 8pm - Casa Building, MONTROSE--Do you want to talk to your -Learn the regulations, science and trends 147 N. Townsend Ave. - light dinner pro- children about the dangers of drugs and Speak Now addresses the use of alcohol, vided alcohol but don't know where to start? marijuana, the misuse of prescription RSVP: Partners Mentoring 249-1116 Partners Youth Mentoring program will drugs and other drugs among Colorado's This event is open and free to the public. present "Speak Now" on July 29 at 6 - 8pm youth. It's an educational resource for It is not limited to parents and guardians at the Casa Building in Montrose. parents and caregivers on how to start an but teachers, coaches and mentors of all -Learn to have challenging conversations ongoing conversation with youth and kinds are encouraged to attend. A light with youth ages 9 - 19 young adults about the risks of alcohol, dinner will be provided. Please RSVP by -Evidence-based techniques marijuana, prescription medications and calling the Partners Mentoring office, 249- -Facts and myths around drugs and alco- other drugs. Training taking place on Mon- 1116.
MOUNTAIN VILLAGE TOWN COUNCIL ELECTS LAILA BENITEZ AS MAYOR, DAN CATON AS MAYOR PRO TEM; NEWLY ELECTED MEMBERS PETER DUPREY AND MARTI PROHASKA SWORN IN
Special to the Mirror Mayor presides at Council meetings and is Advisory Committee and served as secre- MOUNTAIN VILLAGE– Newly elected recognized as the head of the Town gov- tary/treasurer of the SMART Board over council members Peter Duprey and Marti- ernment for all ceremonial, dignitary and the past two years. On Thursday’s meeting nique Davis Prohaska and re-elected coun- legal purposes. In the absence or of the was reappointed to serve on the Gondola cil members Laila Benitez and Dan Caton Mayor, the Mayor Pro Tem presides at Committee, Business Development Advi- were officially sworn in as members of the Council meetings and takes over the pow- sory Committee and SMART. Mountain Village Town Council on Thurs- ers and duties of the Mayor. “Congratulations to Mayor Laila Benitez day, July 18. By unanimous vote, Laila Benitez was re- and the Mayor Pro Tem, Dan Caton. We Each new member stood before the com- elected Mayor of Mountain Village and are looking forward to working with the munity and repeated the oath, promising Dan Caton was re-elected Mayor Pro Tem. new and returning Council and appreciate to faithfully carry out the responsibilities Benitez has been on the Council since the opportunity to continue serving the of the office. The council members will June 2015 and has served as Mayor since Mountain Village community,” said Moun- serve four-year terms and will join current July of 2017. She currently serves on the tain Village Town Manager Kim Montgom- council members Patrick Berry, Jack Gil- San Miguel Authority for Regional Trans- ery. bride and Natalie Binder on Mountain portation (SMART), the Telluride Medical In Mountain Village, the mayor serves a Village’s Town Council. Center Board of Directors and is a mem- two-year term with the council’s approval. Following the Swearing-In Ceremony was ber of the Mountain Village Transporta- The mayor has several responsibilities, the election of the Mayor and Mayor Pro tion & Parking Committee, Business Devel- including overseeing the town’s finances Tem positions. The Town of Mountain opment Advisory Committee and Commu- and budget, enforcing town contracts and Village Home Rule Charter dictates the nity Grants Committee. many other responsibilities with the town positions to be elected amongst the Coun- Caton has been on the Council since June government. For more information, please cil Members by a majority vote at its first 2015 and most recently served on the contact Jackie Kennefick, Director of Ad- organizational meeting held after the elec- Budget & Finance Committee, the Gondo- ministration/Town Clerk to the town at tion. According to the Charter, the new la Committee, the Business Development [email protected].
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REGIONAL NEWS BRIEFS VFW POST 784 BURGER STAND FEEDS FIRST RESPONDERS, GEARS UP FOR FAIR WEEK
Photo by Sue Zanol VFW post 784 Senior Vice Commander MONTROSE-Last week the VFW Post 784 Burg- er Stand fed more than 70 first responders be- tween 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. in order to say thank you. It also provided a practice for veterans and VFW Auxiliary members who will staff the burger stand during the County Fair this week.
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WEST NILE VIRUS DISEASE FACTS AND PREVENTION MEASURES
Special to the Mirror pass the virus to humans and animals, Install or repair window and door screens MONTROSE- Montrose County Public primarily birds and horses. Even in areas to keep mosquitoes out. Health is encouraging the public to take where the virus is circulating, very few Have your horses vaccinated against West precautions to prevent West Nile virus mosquitoes are infected and most are Nile Virus. during active mosquito months. In 2018, simply a nuisance. Even if a mosquito is Mosquitoes lay up to 250 eggs at a time there were 96 human cases of West Nile infected, the chance a person will become in still water, which hatch in seven to 10 virus in Colorado, eight of those cases severely ill from any single mosquito bite days. The following tips help reduce the were from Montrose County. Currently, is extremely small. West Nile virus has number of breeding mosquitoes and re- there are no confirmed cases of West Nile only been seen in a small number of cases, duce the need to use chemical pesticides: virus in Montrose County in 2019. to be spread through blood transfusions, Remove standing water in ponds, ditches, West Nile is a virus transmitted to hu- organ transplants, and from mother to clogged rain gutters, flowerpots, plant mans by the bite of a female mosquito baby during pregnancy or at the time of saucers, puddles, buckets and cans. seeking a meal to nourish her eggs. It has birth. Check for items that might hold water been common in Africa, west Asia and the Most infected people will not get sick or including wheelbarrows, tires, hubcaps, Middle East for decades. It first appeared will have only mild symptoms, but West toys, garden equipment, pool covers, in New York in 1999 and traveled west- Nile virus can be fatal due to encephalitis tarps, plastic sheeting, pipes, drains, flat ward across the U.S. It has been in Colora- in rare cases. Mild symptoms include fe- roofs, boats, canoes and trash. Drill drain- do since 2002 where mosquito season ver, headache, body aches, and occasion- age holes in tire swings. starts in the late spring and ends in mid- ally include skin rashes and swollen lymph Completely change water in birdbaths and September. nodes. All residents can be at risk, espe- wading pools weekly. "This has been an unusual year for mos- cially those that work outdoors but people Stock ponds and fountains with fish that quito activity," said Montrose County over the age of 50 are especially vulnera- eat mosquito larvae. Community and Public Health Manger Jim ble to the severe forms of disease. Use mosquito “dunks” in small ponds. Austin. "The large amount of moisture Montrose County Health and Human Dunks are natural bacteria that kill mos- across the western slope increases the Services would like to remind residents to quito larvae but are harmless to other probability that this will be a large year for follow these personal protection animals and are available at local hard- mosquito growth. Proper prevention can measures: ware or home and garden stores. limit and possibly prevent exposure to Avoid mosquitoes by staying indoors at Montrose County Health and Human mosquito-transmitted viruses such as dawn and dusk when bugs are most ac- Services has a limited supply of mosquito West Nile." tive. dunks available free of charge for resi- The West Nile virus is carried long dis- Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants dents. tances by infected birds and then spread while outdoors. If you have questions about West Nile locally by mosquitoes that bite the birds. Apply insect repellent that contains DEET. Virus or mosquito dunks please contact us Infected mosquitoes can then bite and Follow directions carefully. at 970-252-5011.
PROXIMITY SPACE MONTROSE CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL COWORKING DAY
Special to the Mirror our coworking space. We are thankful to Drop-In Pass under Memberships and us- MONTROSE - Proximity Space Montrose be a part of Montrose. On International ing code “BEINPROXIMITY.” Proximity has announced a celebration of Interna- Coworking Day, and everyday, we cele- Space Montrose was founded in 2015 to tional Coworking Day on Aug. 9, 2019. brate the spirit of collaboration and com- create a professional, amenity-packed Proximity Space Montrose will be cele- munity that is the essence of what environment with the fastest internet in brating by offering free coworking all day, coworking is.” says Kate Adams, Commu- our region. and the public is invited to stop by for a nity Manager. Members of the public can Located in convenient downtown, Prox- tour, enjoy the festivities, and to enter a drop in to work for free on International imity Space Montrose allows you to enjoy drawing for a month of free coworking. Coworking Day at Proximity Space Mont- your variety of adventures but also collab- “Proximity Space Montrose would like to rose by visiting mont- orate organically with other like-minded thank the community for their support of rose.proximitycoworking.com, selecting individuals.
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TRI-STATE ANNOUNCES TRANSFORMATIVE RESPONSIBLE ENERGY PLAN
Special to the Mirror gy storage and electric vehicle infrastruc- veloping recommendations to the board WESTMINSTER-Tri-State Generation and ture more available to our members at a “Our members are developing recom- Transmission Association is pursuing an lower cost. mendations to make their wholesale pow- aggressive Responsible Energy Partnership with Gov. Ritter, Center for er contracts more flexible,” said Gordon. Plan
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“We recognize that Tri-State facilities, part of fabric of Nucla and Naturita, and renewable-energy-request-proposals> employees and communities will be affect- we understand the retirement of the plant since 2007. ed by the changes ahead,” said Highley. impacts our employees, their families and * In 2018, nearly a third of the energy con- “Regulatory rulemakings and significant the community,” said Highley. “We will sumed through Tri-State’s members came study must be completed to understand work to support the community through from renewable energy. Less than half of how to comply with new laws while pre- this difficult transition.” Tri-State’s renewable portfolio is from serving reliability and affordability, but we Tri-State actions to date support plan federal hydropower. know our system and operations will goals * Tri-State is reducing its use of coal by change.” In the past 10 years, Tri-State and its increasingly accessing market power when Nucla Station to be retired in early 2020, members have taken significant steps that advantageous, the retirement of San Juan Tri-State to support community in the lay the groundwork for the Responsible Generating Station capacity in New Mexi- transition Energy Plan. These include: co in 2017, and the retirement of Nucla Nucla Station, a 100-megawatt coal-fired * In early 2019, Tri-State announced it is Station in early 2020 and Craig Station power plant in Western Colorado, will be adding an additional 100 megawatts of Unit 1 by the end of 2025. retired in early 2020 following the exhaus- solar
DELTA COUNTY WELCOMES NEW TOURISM COORDINATOR
Special to the Mirror County Fairgrounds. Darnell's duties will of service to the tourism efforts in the DELTA-Delta County Tourism Cabinet is include social media, website, marketing County and the strong program she has pleased to announce that Darnell Place- of tourism, and general administration of built. Wise is the Tourism Coordinator for the tourism dollars. Delta County Tourism Cabinet looks for- County effective July 1, 2019. Darnell has In addition, Kelli Hepler will be continu- ward to their continued working relation- extensive background in community rela- ing her work with the Tourism Cabinet as ship with Kelli. tions, marketing, tourism, and event or- lead contact for media familiarization Please help us in welcoming Darnell Place ganization. She currently serves as the tours and state representation of Delta -Wise as the Tourism Coordinator for Del- Delta County Public Information Officer County Tourism. The Tourism Cabinet ta County and the Delta County Tourism and Marketing coordinator for Delta wishes to thank Kelli for her 13 plus years Cabinet.
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DALLAS CREEK SHORELINE AT RIDGWAY STATE PARK CLOSED TO VEHICLES
vehicle access on the south side of the recreation through the summer,” reservoir at Dallas Creek is closed to vehi- Copeland said. cles until further notice. Pet owners are reminded that dogs must The closure is in place to protect vegeta- be kept on a leash to the water’s edge and tion, nesting waterfowl and the shore- all waste must be picked up and removed. line. Users can still park at the adjacent Outstanding camping and recreation Bay View parking lot and walk to the facilities are available at Ridgway State shoreline. Park with 283 campsites and three yurts. "This area usually closes on years when The daily entry fee to the park is $8 per the water level at Ridgway is high," said vehicle. Camp sites range in price from Ridgway State Park. Courtesy photo. Kirstin Copeland, park manager. The area $18 to $26. will reopen when the water levels drop For more information about the parks Special to the Mirror and conditions are appropriate. or camping, call 970-626-5822; http:// RIDGWAY – Because of the rising water "Thanks to the winter’s big snow fall, the cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/ level at Ridgway State Park, the shoreline reservoir is full and we’ll have good water Ridgway. SWEITZER LAKE SWIM BEACH CLOSED TEMPORARILY DUE TO HIGH E. COLI LEVELS
Special to the Mirror done to influence a decline. cultural run-off, and from concentrations DELTA– The swim beach at Sweitzer Lake The lake remains open to other water of wildlife – primarily waterfowl. The Colo- State Park is closed temporarily because activities such as boating, water skiing, rado Department of Public Health and testing shows unsafe levels of E. coli bac- paddleboarding and fishing. Only the area Environment mandates testing of water at teria. The beach was closed July 18 and at the swim beach is closed. public beaches. For more information re- park staff is testing the water daily. Sweitzer Lake, located just south of the garding Colorado natural swim area moni- The beach will open when the bacteria town of Delta, is filled with agricultural toring, please visit CDPHE's web page drops to a safe level. The level will drop irrigation run-off water. An increase in E. at https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/ naturally; there is nothing that can be coli levels can result from urban and agri- cdphe/swim-beach-monitoring.
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The Montrose Mirror | July 22, 2019 Page 39 REGIONAL NEWS BRIEFS AUTUMN EVENT EXPLORES CHANGING APPROACHES TO MINING AND RECLAMATION
Special to the Mirror amount of work that needs to be visit a remote weather station and other SILVERTON-We are on the cusp of a new done. We picked the theme of changing hydrologic monitoring instrumentation in future for mining and mine reclamation approaches for this year’s event because the mining district, to observe the chal- thanks to innovative movers and think- we want to step back and examine if lenges of developing a hydrologic water ers. People concerned about and involved changes in policy and practices can help us balance in a complicated mining area. The in the health and economies of historic move forward. This year, we’ve conjoined second, related tour will demonstrate the mining communities are invited to explore the Conference with the Innovation Expo methods of telemetry needed in moun- the changing approaches at the San Juan because new, innovative technolo- tainous areas when conducting characteri- Mining Reclamation Conference and the gies are important pathways for getting zation work and real-time monitoring of Silverton Innovation Expo. Some of these more work accomplished,” explained con- draining adits. changes are happening organically, some ference organizer Peter Butler, who is co- Peter Butler, Ph.D., of the Animas River are planned locally, and some come from coordinator of the Animas River Stake- Stakeholders Group and Kirstin Brown of external sources outside of local control. holders Group. the Colorado Division of Reclama- The conference and expo (http:// On Tuesday, Sept. 24, the 9th Annual San tion, Mining & Safety will lead a field trip www.mountainstudies.org/expo), held Juan Mining and Reclamation Confer- about Water Quality and Historic Mine together this year on Sept. 24-26 at the ence will focus on setting overall cleanup Remediation – The Three Major Basins of Kendall Mountain Center in Silverton, Co- goals, voluntary versus regulatory ap- the Upper Animas. Two sepa- lo., will be an opportunity to step back proaches, and funding and partnership rate tour options will highlight water qual- and look at the bigger picture of mining opportunities. Conference participants will ity and mine remediation in separate sub- and reclamation activities in the San Juan explore such questions basins of the Animas River – Mineral Mountains. Presenters and participants as: how effective are our goals at meeting Creek, Cement Creek, and the Animas will include representatives from overall cleanup goals? And, how can valu- River above Silverton including Sunnyside the Environmental Protection Agency able ores be extracted without leaving the Basin. (EPA), Bureau of Land Management environmental consequences that histori- On the 25th evening, the public is wel- (BLM), United States Forest Service cal mining did? come to a movie screening of Newmont (USFS), Town of Silverton, private environ- Wednesday, Sept. 25, is an optional tour Mining’s film, “Mine Next Door,” which mental consulting companies, venture day. Tours will be designed to be approxi- explores what is being done to clean up capitalists, business accelerator programs, mately 3.5 hours so that people can par- the Idarado Mine area. Larry Fiske from schools, and nonprofits. ticipate in two of them if so desired. Rory Newmont and the filmmaker Brett “Mine remediation has been going on in Cowie, Ph.D., of Mountain Studies Insti- Schreckengost will be present to answer the San Juan Mountains for at least three tute will lead a field trip about Hydrology questions. A link to the preview can be decades, but there is still an enormous and Characterization Science. Guests will found at https://vimeo.com/289373585
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COLORADO EMPLOYMENT SITUATION IN JUNE, 2019
Special to the Mirror average hourly earnings COLORADO-Employers in Colorado added increased from $28.66 8,100 nonfarm payroll jobs from May to to $30.22. June for a total of 2,779,400 jobs, accord- The largest over the ing to the survey of business establish- month private sector ments. Private sector payroll jobs in- job gains were in profes- creased 6,500 and government increased sional and business ser- 1,600. May estimates were revised up to vices and construction. 2,771,300, and the over the month change There were no signifi- from April to May was an increase of cant private sector over 7,000 rather than the originally estimated the month declines. increase of 2,200. Over the year, nonfarm According to the survey of households, payroll jobs increased the unemployment rate decreased two- 52,800, with an increase tenths of a percentage point from May to of 47,700 in the private June to 3.0 percent. The number of people sector and an increase actively participating in the labor force of 5,100 in government. The largest pri- cent in June 2018 to 3.7 percent in June increased 4,800 over the month to vate sector job gains were in professional 2019. 3,143,400 and the number of people re- and business services, leisure and hospi- All Colorado estimates from the estab- porting themselves as employed increased tality, and educational and health services. lishment and household surveys, including 9,600 to 3,049,200, causing the number of Financial activities declined over the year. greater geographic detail, are available at: unemployed to decrease 4,800 and the Over the year, the unemployment rate is http://www.colmigateway.com. Esti- unemployment rate to decline to 3.0 per- down two-tenths of a percentage point mates for all states and the nation are cent. The national unemployment rate from 3.2 percent. The number of Colora- available at: http://www.bls.gov. The July increased one-tenth of a percentage point dans participating in the labor force in- 2019 Colorado Employment Situation will in June to 3.7 percent. creased 51,900, total employment in- be released at 8 AM on Friday, Aug. 16, Over the year, the average workweek for creased 56,000 and the number of unem- 2019. The full schedule of release dates all employees on private nonfarm payrolls ployed decreased 4,200. The national un- for calendar year 2019 estimates is availa- increased from 33.9 to 34.3 hours and employment rate declined from 4.0 per- ble at http://www.colmigateway.com.
CDOT COMPLETES ADA RAMP ENHANCEMENT PROJECT ON US 550/US 160 IN DURANGO
Special to the Mirror LA PLATA COUNTY — The Colorado Department of Transportation is pleased to announce the completion of the U.S. Highways 550/US 160 ADA ramp enhancement project in Durango. The project started four months ago, in March, and was completed on time. Western Gravel Constructors was the contractor selected for the $600,000 project. Crews made improvements to 10 intersections throughout Durango which enhanced safety as part of CDOT's "Whole System - Whole Safety" program. Work included the installation or upgrading of 19 ramps to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Improvements were also made to curbs, gutters, and sidewalks. The ADA ramp enhancement project was also part of an $85 million statewide initiate for communities to comply with ADA federal laws, providing functional accessibility to all travelers using our state and U.S. highways. The statewide initiative is expected to be completed by the year 2021.
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HOSPITAL LEADS $200,000 OPIOID RESPONSE PROJECT
Special to the Mirror plex problem with many layers, and it is Drug Court. The grant is funded by the MONTROSE--Montrose Memorial Hospital only through a community-wide effort Health Resources & Services Administra- has been awarded a $200,000 grant to that we can find the right answers and put tion (HRSA) and follows both national and develop a community-wide response to services and support in place that will state level conversations about how to the opioid epidemic. Called the Rural change the rising trend of addiction and address opioid addiction and its effect on Communities Opioid Response Program death associated with the abuse of opi- communities. In October 2017, President (RCORP), the $200,000 award will enable oids.” The consortium includes various Trump declared the opioid crisis a public Montrose Memorial Hospital (MMH) to organizations in the community working health emergency. form a consortium of community partners together to address the opioid crisis, in- In May 2019, Governor Jared Polis signed to tackle issues related to opioid addic- cluding The Center for Mental Health, a package of five bills into law to address tion. The project will allow the group to Partners in Integrated Care (The PIC the opioid epidemic. analyze the issue of opioid use disorder Place), Montrose County Health & Human According to the Colorado Rural Health and develop a comprehensive plan to ad- Services, Hilltop Resource Center, Mont- Center, the State’s opioid crisis kills one dress gaps and opportunities in preven- rose Memorial Hospital, River Valley person in Colorado about every 9 hours tion, treatment, and recovery services Health Center, and the 7th Judicial District and 36 minutes. related to the issue. “Our top priority is to ensure the health of our Friends & Fami- ly,” said James Kiser, CEO of Montrose Memorial Hospital. “By working closely with our community partners, we believe we can make an impact and help our com- munity in significant ways.” The consortium will produce evidence- based, promising, and innovative ap- proaches proven to reduce the fatal con- sequences associated with opioid over- dose. It will also allow for the partners to develop strategies for reducing uninsured and underinsured patients’ costs for treat- ment. Stephen Tullos, Director of the Montrose County Health & Human Services added, “Montrose County Health and Human Services is committed to building pro- grams and strategies to create a healthy community. We are excited to partner with Montrose Memorial Hospital and other agencies to research and develop plans to address a growing opioid use dis- order. Collectively, our aim is to improve health outcomes for our community mem- bers and this grant will help us move one step closer towards achieving that goal.” “The Center for Mental Health is delight- ed to be a part of the planning consortium tasked with comprehensive planning to address the prevention, treatment, and recovery of individuals with opioid use disorder,” said Janey Sorensen, Marketing Director for The Center for Mental Health. “It is a privilege to work along side others in the community to help address this complicated issue. Opioid abuse is a com- The Montrose Mirror | July 22, 2019 Page 43 REGIONAL NEWS BRIEFS
NURSES HONORED @ DELTA COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
mother,” said ing her or him as an "Extraordinary Arnett, Meg’s Nurse." The certificate reads: "In deep nurse manger. appreciation of all you do, who you are, “She is diligent in and the incredibly meaningful difference her practice and you make in the lives of so many peo- shows her pas- ple." Honorees also receive a DAISY sion for the pro- Award pin and a beautiful and meaningful fession as well as sculpture called A Healer’s Touch, hand- her love and carved by artists of the Shona Tribe in selflessness for Zimbabwe. her patients. We Said Bonnie Barnes, FAAN, President and are fortunate to Co-Founder of The DAISY Foundation, have her join our "When Patrick was critically ill, our family fabulous Med/ experienced first-hand the remarkable Surg Team this skill and care nurses provide patients eve- last year!” ry day and night. Yet these unsung he- The DAISY roes are seldom recognized for the super- Foundation is a human, extraordinary, compassionate Pictured from left: Sherry Heinel, Ashley Tregarthen, Elizabeth Knob, Meg not-for-profit work they do. The kind of work the nurses Robinson, David Brodhead, April Bonata and Cristina Liddick. Not Pic- tured: Linda Speedie, Rhonda Galvin and Louie Luna. Courtesy photo. organization, at DCMH are called on to do every day established in epitomizes the purpose of The DAISY Special to the Mirror memory of J. Patrick Barnes, by members Award.” DELTA-Nurses at Delta Count Memorial of his family. Patrick died at the age of 33 Daisy Coordinator Dawn Arnett com- Hospital (DCMH) are being honored with in late 1999 from complications of Idio- mented, “We are proud to be among the The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurs- pathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a healthcare organizations participating in es ®. The award is part of the DAISY Foun- little known but not uncommon auto- The DAISY Award program. Nurses are dation's mission to recognize the extraor- immune disease. (DAISY is an acronym for heroes every day. It’s important that our dinary, compassionate nursing care they Diseases Attacking the Immune Sys- nurses know their work is highly valued, provide patients and families every day. tem.) The care Patrick and his family re- and The DAISY Foundation provides a way Ten DAISY nominee RN recipients were ceived from nurses while he was ill in- for us to do that.” recognized on Thursday July 11th at DCMH spired this unique means of thanking nurs- We will honor our next quarter nominees by Dawn Arnett, Medical Surgical Unit es for making a profound difference in the for July, August and September in Octo- Manager and Jody Roeber, Chief Clinical lives of their patients and patient families. ber. Officer. The nominees were: Sherry Hei- Nurses may be nominated by patients, This is one initiative of The DAISY Foun- nel, David Brodhead, Ashley Tregarthen, families, and colleagues. The quarterly dation to express gratitude to the nursing Cristina Liddick, April Bonata, Linda Speed- DAISY award recipient is chosen through a profession. ie, Elizabeth Knob, Rhonda Galvin, Louie select Daisy Committee and DCMH’s Additionally, DAISY offers J. Patrick Luna and Meg Robinson. T.E.A.M. M.A.S.H through a scoring rubric Barnes Grants for Nursing Research and The DAISY Award Winner for this quarter recognizing the nurses Evidence-Based Practice Projects, The overall was Meg Robinson, RN, a Med/ P.E.T.A.L.S., (Passion, Empathy, Trust, DAISY Faculty Award to honor inspiring Surge nurse nominated by a co-worker Admirable attributes, Love and Selfless- faculty members in schools and colleges of and spouse of a patient. The application ness) Applications are blinded to these nursing, and The DAISY in Training Award letter highlighted her understanding and committees and scored. Awards are pre- for nursing students. More information is compassionate approach working with her sented four times throughout the year at available at http:// patients and families. celebrations attended by the Honoree’s DAISYfoundation.org. Nominate a DCMH “Meg is an outstanding nurse that is colleagues, patients, and visitors. Each DAISY today!!! At http://deltahosptal.org/ fairly new to the practice, as well as a new Honoree receives a certificate commend- DAISY.
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READER PHOTO SPOTLIGHT...DEB REIMANN!
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The Montrose Mirror | July 22, 2019 Page 45 REGIONAL NEWS BRIEFS MONTROSE MAN TO PAY $10,000 IN FINES FOR ILLEGALLY KILLING BIG GAME
Special to the Mirror and discovered a dead mule deer buck was also assessed 40 suspension points, MONTROSE-- A western Colorado man with only its antlers removed. which means that he’ll likely lose his privi- who pleaded guilty in late June to illegally Based on information provided through leges to hunt and fish in Colorado and 47 killing big game will pay $10,000 in fines the OGT tip, CPW officers, with the assis- other states. In addition, Barnard was and could lose his hunting and fishing priv- tance of Montrose County Sheriff’s depu- found to be complicit in the illegally killing ileges in Colorado and 47 other states, ties and Olathe Police Department offic- of a buck In December 2018 by his cousin Colorado Parks and Wildlife has an- ers, served search warrants at Barnard’s Wade Barnard of Cedaredge. Wade paid nounced. residence in February. During the subse- $4,093 in fines and could lose his license Hayden Barnard, 23, of Olathe, pleaded quent investigation, Barnard admitted to privileges. guilty to a variety of wildlife crimes in killing the buck. He also admitted to ille- “We were able to move quickly and Montrose district court in late June, ad- gally killing another buck in 2006, two ad- solve other wildlife crimes at the same mitting that he illegally killed several deer ditional bucks, and a black bear from 2017 time thanks to a member of the public dating back to 2006 and a bear; he was through 2019. The antlers from all the who knew it was important to call this in,” also complicit in a poaching incident that deer and a bear skull were confiscated Renneker said. “Wildlife in Colorado be- involved his cousin. from Barnard during the investigation. longs to all of us and CPW relentlessly “Thanks to a tip by a member of the On June 24, Barnard pleaded guilty to pursues poachers.” public to Operation Game Thief, we’ve felony destruction of wildlife for the The man who reported the incident in removed a serial poacher from Colorado,” poaching last January of the buck deer. He January will receive a $500 award from said Natalie Renneker, a district wildlife also pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor of Operation Game Thief. manager for CPW in Montrose. “Poachers aggravated illegal possession of three or Anyone who has information about a are criminals and rob the public and hunt- more big game animals for the poaching possible wildlife crime is encouraged to ers of the opportunity to see and hunt of multiple deer and a black bear over the call the nearest CPW office or report it Colorado’s wildlife.” course of several years. anonymously to Operation Game Thief at The break in the case occurred on Jan. Barnard was fined $8,500 and will pay an 1-877-265-6648. Verizon cell phone users 22 when CPW received a tip that a deer additional $1,500 to Operation Game can dial #OGT, and emails can be sent to was killed near the Transfer Road on the Thief. All illegally taken wildlife parts and [email protected]. Rewards are paid Uncompahgre Plateau west of Montrose. the Savage .243 Model 99 rifle used to kill for information that leads to an arrest or Wildlife officers responded that evening the deer were confiscated by CPW. He citation being issued.
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ISSUE 220 July 22, 2019
10TH ANNUAL GRAND MESA MOOSE DAY WILL BE JULY 27
Special to Art & Sol Grand Mesa Moose Day features various GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. - How big are kid-friendly activities, including arts and they? How fast can they run? Where do crafts activities and prize giveaways they live? How did they get here? What throughout the day. Kids can earn a prize do they eat? If you have questions about for going on a hike with a wildlife officer Colorado's most charismatic animal, come to look for signs of moose activity. up to the top of the Grand Mesa for the Throughout the day, experts will present 10th Annual Grand Mesa Moose Day. The moose biology and history presentations free event will take place at the United and demonstrate how biologists trans- States Forest Service Visitor Center, locat- plant and track moose. "One fantastic ed a few miles east of Grand Junction, July feature this year is the screening of a "They are fascinating animals and it's great 27, 10-3 p.m. wonderful documentary by filmmaker they are doing well in Colorado," said CPW's Almost every day, moose make headlines Sean Ender," said Romero. "He put to- Northwest Region Watchable Wildlife Coor- across Colorado. Videos and photographs gether a beautiful film about moose in dinator Trina Romero (Photo/CPW). of moose walking through town, on popu- Colorado, their history and CPW's involve- not fear humans and instinctively react to lar hiking trails or ski slopes are numerous ment in their management. We invite a curious dog as if it was a predator and and recorded almost daily. The lumbering folks to come up, meet Sean and see his will attack it aggressively. Several people beasts are one of Colorado Parks and fascinating film." have been seriously injured by moose in Wildlife's most successful management Additional activities include a fishing pole Colorado over the past several years. The projects and along with a growing popula- casting lesson taught by Cabela’s staff. vast majority of the conflicts were precipi- tion, the public's curiosity about the larg- Romero adds that several popular fishing tated by a barking dog that got too close. est member of the deer family is growing holes on the Grand Mesa provide an op- CPW's Grand Mesa Moose Day partners as well. "They are fascinating animals and portunity to see moose. "Most people include USFS, The Moose 92.3, Bass Pro/ it's great they are doing well in Colorado," see moose by accident while hiking, fish- Cabela's and the Grand Mesa Scenic & said CPW's Northwest Region Watchable ing or camping," said Romero. "If you sud- Historic Byway. To get there, take High- Wildlife Coordinator Trina Romero. "Our denly see one, be sure to keep your dis- way 65 from Interstate 70 by Plateau management efforts have led to one of tance. If you are searching for moose, be Creek, Exit 49, or drive up Highway 50 the healthiest moose populations in the prepared with a camera, binoculars or a from nearby Delta and follow it up to the country and we are very proud of that. viewing scope. Perhaps the most im- USFS Visitor's Center. Anyone heading to This is a great opportunity for everyone to portant thing to remember is to keep dogs the event is reminded to be attentive as it learn more about how moose are doing in on a leash and far away from moose." is increasingly likely to catch a glimpse of a Colorado." CPW reminds the public that moose do moose.
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COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS
THE LIBRARIES OF MONTROSE COUNTY FOUNDATION PRESENTS TRACE BUNDY IN CONCERT
Emily Schneider. zine, as well as winning third place in the Internationally acclaimed guitar virtuoso magazine's "Best Fingerstyle Guitarist" Trace Bundy must be seen, not just heard. category the same year. Over his many His music is poetry in motion, using har- years of touring, Trace has shared the monics, looping, multiple capos, and his stage with Brandi Carlile, Olivia Newton- unique banter and stage presence to de- John, Neko Case, Judy Collins, Nitty Gritty liver an unforgettable live concert experi- Dirt Band, Phil Keaggy, David Wilcox, Na- ence. Listening to his intricate arrange- thaniel Rateliff, David Knopfler (Dire ments is one thing but seeing the fan- Straits), Bill Nershi (String Cheese), Lau- dubbed "Acoustic Ninja" play live con- rence Juber (Paul McCartney & Wings), Trace Bundy. Courtesy photo. founds even the most accomplished music Chris Hillman (the Byrds), and Stanley Jor- lovers as to how one person can do all dan, among others. Special to Art & Sol that with just two hands and ten fingers. Jimmy Leslie at Guitar Player Magazine MONTROSE-The Libraries of Montrose Promotional Bio: blogs “It was easy to see why Bundy plays County Foundation is pleased to introduce Bundy’s unique career has brought him bigger venues on each tour. In his hands, our 2019 concert performer, guitar virtuo- across the world, with concerts in 28 the acoustic guitar is an imagination sta- so Trace Bundy, who will perform Sunday, countries and counting - from high-tech tion, and there was no telling where he is Aug. 18, 3-5 p.m. at the Montrose Pavil- performance halls in South Korea and Ita- going to take the audience at any given ion. After his well-received concert in ly, to remote villages in Zimbabwe and turn. Thrilling stuff.” Audiocast Magazine 2016, we are delighted to have Trace Guatemala. He has independently sold from Austin, TX agrees: "Bundy's live show back. Free tickets are now available at the over 140,000 albums on his record label, is without a doubt an event that needs to Montrose Regional Library. Honest Ninja Music. His video clips circu- be witnessed rather than told about. With Generously underwritten by: Friends of late virally at astonishing speed, with over such a jaw-dropping performance, Bundy's the Montrose Library, Home Loan State 43 million YouTube views to date. live concert is a slap in the face that would Bank Montrose, Masters & Viner, P.C., Trace was named "Most Promising New leave a palm print on the memory of eve- Mayfly Outdoors, and Dr. Tom Wiard & Talent" of 2008 by Acoustic Guitar Maga- ryone in the audience."
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALEXANDRA WATTS OF MONTROSE, BRYANT UNIVERSITY CLASS OF 2019
Special to Art & Sol themselves as leaders in their organiza- arts education that inspires students to SMITHFIELD, RI-- Bryant University's Class tions and communities around the world. excel. of 2019 celebrated the 156th Commence- For 156 years, Bryant University has been With approximately 3,700 graduate and ment ceremony on Saturday, May 18, at the forefront of delivering an excep- undergraduate students from 38 states 2019. Alexandra Watts of Montrose, Colo- tional education that anticipates the fu- and 53 countries, Bryant is recognized as a rado graduated with a Bachelor of Science ture and prepares students to be innova- leader in international education and reg- in Business Administration degree in Fi- tive leaders of character in a changing ularly receives top rankings from U.S. nance. Watts joins a powerful network of world. News and World Report, Bloomberg Busi- more than 50,000 alumni who are in- Bryant delivers an innovative and nessweek, Forbes, and Barron's. Visit spired to excel and have distinguished uniquely integrated business and liberal www.Bryant.edu.
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HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS UNKNOWN STORIES OF DOWNTOWN
Special to Art & Sol house and unknown stories that had hap- "come" to town to work, live or visit. MONTROSE-Come and enjoy the pened behind the closed doors in our his- Space is limited. Please call 249-2085 for "Unknown Stories of Downtown Mont- torical buildings. Along with some of the reservations or information. The cost is rose" on July 26 starting at 7 pm. This stories of our famous visitors who had $10 per person. short walk will take you to the alleys of our historic downtown where you will learn the locations of our first jails, court-
AN EVENING OF CLASSICAL GUITAR
Special to Art & Sol MONTROSE- Healthy Rhythm Music Services Presents "Philippe Holmes :: an evening of clas- sical guitar" • Saturday even- ing, Aug. 3rd, in The Listening Room of Healthy Philippe Holmes. Rhythm Art Gal- Courtesy photo. lery, located at historic Sampler Square (68 S Grand Ave) in downtown Montrose, Colorado! All reserve seating. Advance Main Gallery and Studio Gallery reserved seats available. After show Meet & Greet with musician is included. Advance purchase is recom- mended. This is a ticketless event. Show is limited to 50 concertgoers. Admission is $2 more Day of Show (if available). Doors open at 7 p.m. Concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Street and rear lot parking available. Born in Stuttgart, Germany, Philippe Holmes grew up in Washington D.C. and attended Georgetown and George Wash- ington Universities. He has composed, per- formed and produced music ranging from classical to hip-hop since the age of six- teen. Having led bands on both coasts through his twenties, in 2004 he moved to the small village of Monticello, New Mexi- co and immersed himself in the repertoire of Andrès Segovia. The Montrose Mirror | July 22, 2019 Page 50
Up Bear Creek by Art Goodtimes
UpstART of Ouray gives us Shakespeare as he intended
NO HOLDS BARD … The troupe’s tagline is attention to “Theater That Moves.” And it’s true. Their themselves production of A Midsummer Night’s – they be- Dream at the Wrights Opera House in came part Ouray this past weekend was moving and of the hilar- amazing! … I attend Ashland’s Shake- ity … I could speare productions every year now in Ore- go on and gon. I’m addicted. They are quite profes- on about sional, and usually very impressive. Espe- UpstART, cially for the Bard’s serious dramas … But name all when it comes to the comedies, give me the won- UpstART anytime. They’re brash, irrever- derful ac- ent, saucy and as fast-paced as they are tors, praise Above left, Front porch facade of St. Joseph's College seminary in the Santa Cruz improvisational. It’s been years since I them up foothills above Mountain View, California. Above right, early postcard of the seminary (courtesy photos). remember laughing so much or so hard at and down. a staged show. And that with no props. But the sad Sometimes with minimal or even no cos- news is you missed it. They only did one years was uncovered by a grand jury last tumes … How does director John Kissing- weekend of shows, and it’s over … So, year and reported in the New York Times ford maintain the conceit of Elizabethan next year, when you learn about UpstART … Especially if you’re a Catholic, you need performances for his audiences? By giving and Wrights Opera doing Shakespeare, to watch this series. his amateur players license to ham it up, grab your tickets right away. This was the seize the moment with ready improv and second Shakespeare production I’ve seen SEMNET … As a graduate of the Archdio- have an obviously great time performing. as interpreted by the Kissingfords and cese of San Francisco’s St. Joseph’s minor This is Shakespeare as broad farce, not both have been equally amazing. I can’t seminary in Mountain View, California canonical theater. It’s comedy for the wait for the next one. (destroyed in the Loma Prieta earth- groundlings. Even if the Bard’s poetry is quake), I like to keep in touch with my sometimes odd to our ears and hard to THE KEEPERS … If you haven’t seen the fellow ex-seminarians (many of them grok, the wild action carries it … Plus, he Netflix series about one story of child priests or ex-priests). Most of the ones on takes us back to the original performance abuse, a nun’s murder and the conspiracy the internet group are still loyal Catholics, tricks of Shakespeare’s day. Actors would on the part of the Catholic hierarchy in the although often at odds with their bishops get their roles sometimes the night before Diocese of Baltimore, Maryland, to inten- over scandals and needed reform. I’m one the play. In fact the word “role” comes tionally hide the facts (in at least one al- of the few freethinking pagans (what they from the stick and paper rolls the actors leged instance involving the outright lying call lapsed Catholics) in the group -- carried in the play, which had their cues by sitting Bishop Malooly of Wilmington, known as Art Goodtimes (Bontempi), SJC and lines (reproducing the whole script Delaware, when he was a monsignor un- ’65 … Next item is a funny linguistic re- was far too costly in the days before ma- der Cardinal Keeler). The film exposes membrance from Jim Gaffey, SJC’54, chines) … As it was, the only prop for this what it is hard not to believe was an inten- lightly edited. show was Kate Kissingford’s table, work- tional cover-up perpetuated by local law ing as she was as her own comedic charac- enforcement, government officials and RIBALD … Reading in today’s New York ter – the visible prompter at the back of the Roman Catholic Church. As a former Times about the infamous predator Jeffrey the stage, imperiously feeding lines to RC seminarian, I am ashamed and horri- Epstein, I came across the word “ribald” actors if they forgot or missed them. In- fied by these kinds of terrible injustices used to describe a song that was sung at stead of paralyzing the action with obvi- perpetrated by the very clergy I believed one of his parties. Despite the serious ous unintentional missteps, the actors at one time to all be holy men of God … nature of the article, the sight of that absorbed the prompts and sailed on, or And this is just one case. In Pennsylvania word rewarded me with an unexpected made us all laugh with asides at their for- alone the abuse of over 1000 children by chuckle. It arose from a memory of a gettings. Mistakes called no untoward some 300 priests over the course of 70 [adapted] production of“ H.M.S. Pinafore”
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Up Bear Creek by Art Goodtimes, continued
that was staged at [St. Joseph’s] College in fensible. things that many of us remember as de- 1952. During one of the early rehearsals, Go ribald, get you hence / To your cabin lightful flashes of good fun never to be Mel W., who was playing Sir Joseph Porter with celerity. forgotten – even by today’s prime candi- the seminary rector, had to utter a word This is the consequence / Of ill-advised dates for dementia. that none of us had ever seen before. It asperity ! was “ribald,” which appears only once in TELLURIDE OUTSIDE … Had a great raft the script and which puzzled us all … Ac- When Mel sang the verse for the first trip on the San Miguel a week or so ago cording to the script, the ship’s Captain time, he pronounced it, “Go ri-BĀLD, get with my daughter, son-in-law and grand- had uttered the unforgivable profanity, you hence. . . .” No one noticed the error daughter visiting from San Francisco. The “Dam-me” (unforgivable because this was in pronunciation until John Canfield, the river was high (although down a bit from the Victorian era). Surrounded by his sem- director, pointed it out after the rehears- peak), and the rapids (Class II & III) were inarians, Sir Joseph overhears it and is al. During his final performance Mel pro- just rowdy enough to keep one’s adrena- outraged at this loose use of the English nounced “RÍ-bald” correctly – though in line high, but not really dangerous. Our language in the presence of so many ten- the meantime he had to endure weeks of boatman was exceedingly skillful in avoid- der ears. The Captain is immediately ribbing when cast members would glance ing the many “strainers” in the stream banned to his quarters, in the following at him, point a finger at him, and yell, ”Go (logs and debris, often clogging as much manner: ri-BĀLD, get you hence!” … This episode as half the channel). I caught a fair does not have the side-splitting humor amount of waves in the face while pad- Sir Joseph, I will hear of no defence, / [of] Paul Reiff’s campaign speeches when dling at the front of the raft-- which I Attempt none if you're sensible. he was running for the Governorship of thoroughly enjoyed … Kudos to John Dun- That word of evil sense. / Is wholly inde- the State of Confusion, but these are the can for running a great operation. THE TALKING GOURD
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SAVE THE DATE! UPCOMING REGIONAL EVENTS CURRENT/ONGOING- BOSOM BUDDIES OF SOUTHWESTERN COLORADO BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meets every Wednesday from noon till 1 pm at 645 South 5th Street in Montrose. For more info email [email protected]. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH GROUP meets every third Tuesday of each month at the Centennial Meeting Room at 6pm, behind City Hall. New Watch Groups are formed and guest speakers alert us to safety issues. The public is encouraged to attend. Contact Chris Hebert at 970-901-5876 for details. ALPINE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB MEETING-second Tuesday of the month, @ 7 p.m., Community Meeting Room, Montrose Library, 320 S 2nd St. Includes: Presentations, photo sharing & critiques. All are welcome to attend. AMERICAN LEGION POST 24 hosts Bingo every Saturday and Sunday at 7pm, at the Bingo Connection, 2075 East Main Montrose. Its open to the Public. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.. For more info call Tom at 260-8298. DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS meeting every 3rd Thursday at 6 p.m. at Friendship Hall in Montrose. All veterans with at least a 10 percent service connected disability are welcome. For more information call (970)964-4375. MONTROSE TOASTMASTERS Montrose Toastmasters meets every Monday at 6 pm with official meetings on the 2nd and 4th Mondays. The other Mondays will be "working" meetings. They are held at Brookdale Sunrise Creek, 1968 Sunrise Drive, Montrose, Second Floor, Media Room. MONTROSE HISTORICAL MUSEUM-“Montrose County Historical Society Presents” is held at 7 pm on the first Wednesday of each month in the Pioneer Room of Friendship Hall, 1001 N. 2nd St. The public is invited to free programs based on topics of regional history. For more information please call 249-2085. MONTROSE COUNTY GOP MEETING 6:30 p.m. second Wednesday of each month. Montrose County School District Office- 930 Colorado Ave. Information 970-765-7406. MONTROSE COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN MEETING Noon - third Fridays. Hampton Inn, 1980 North Townsend Ave. Information: Dianna 970-249-0724 BINGO AT OURAY ELKS-Every Wednesday night, June 5-Aug. 28, @ 7 p.m. Light refreshments available, open to the public. MONTHLY- July 22-27-Montrose County Fair & Rodeo, Montrose County Fairgrounds. Aug. 1-Thursday, August 1, 59th Artists' Alpine Holiday Art Show - featuring more than 300 works of art by 146 artists. Ouray Community Center, 340 6th Avenue. 10 am-6 pm. Aug. 2-Friday, Aug. 2, 59th Artists' Alpine Holiday Art Show - featuring more than 300 works of art by 146 artists. Ouray Community Center, 340 6th Avenue. 10 am-6 pm. Aug. 3-Olathe Sweet Corn Festival is proud to announce that BBR Music Group singer-songwriter Craig Campbell will headline the 28th Annual event on Aug. 3, 2019 at the Montrose County Event Center in Montrose. Tickets are now on sale and include General Admission and VIP, with VIP including preferred seating, drinks and dinner. For more information and online ticket sales please visit www.olathesweetcornfest.com. Aug. 3-Saturday, Aug. 3, 59th Artists' Alpine Holiday Art Show - featuring more than 300 works of art by 146 artists. Ouray Community Center, 340 6th Avenue. 10 am-6 pm. Aug. 4-Sunday Aug. 4, 59th Artists' Alpine Holiday Art Show - featuring more than 300 works of art by 146 artists. Ouray Community Center, 340 6th Avenue. 10 am-6 pm. Aug. 5-Montrose Women’s Giving Club meets at Bridges of Montrose, 2500 Bridges Drive 5:30 to 7 p.m. Club meets once per quarter to select the next non-profit to receive quarterly donations. Each member pays $100 per quarter plus a $10 hospitality fee to participate and has the chance to nominate a non-profit. Members must be present to vote. Aug. 5-Monday, Aug. 5, 59th Artists' Alpine Holiday Art Show - featuring more than 300 works of art by 146 artists. Ouray Community Center, 340 6th Avenue. 10 am-5 pm. Aug. 6-Tuesday, Aug. 6, 59th Artists' Alpine Holiday Art Show - featuring more than 300 works of art by 146 artists. Ouray Community Center, 340 6th Avenue. 10 am-5 pm. Aug. 6-YOUNG AT HEART Learn the researched benefits of enzymes and supplements that support a healthy heart. 1 p.m. @ Montrose Senior Center (1800 East Pavilion Place). Presenter: Charlie Spears, Health Coach. Aug. 13-NO INDIVIDUAL HEROES, 1 p.m. Power point dramatic presentation of the heroic stories of the Ouray Co Mountain Rescue Team. Mont- rose Senior Center (1800 East Pavilion Place). Presenter: Karen Risch, Author. Aug. 14-Wednesday, Aug. 14th at 6:15pm. Yoga for Cyclists, at the Brewery! Cost: $10 (cash only). Experience a deep release for those tight legs, hips & back! This unique class will take place on the outdoor patio at 2 Rascals Brewing Co. All mats and props will be provided by Yoga House. All abilities are welcome! After class, grab a cold brew and talk cycling with us! Aug. 31-Solo guitarist David Rogers performs Saturday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 pm at Healthy Rhythm Art Gallery, 68 S. Grand Ave, Montrose, CO 81401 (323) 270-6284. $15 - $20. To learn more visit http://www.healthyrhythm.net or http://www.davidrogersguitar.com/ Sept. 4--Boomers & Bicycling 10. Sept. 4 @ 9 am - Noon Free. Montrose Senior Center, You are never too old to ride a bicycle… or get back on one! This FREE 3-hour class includes an indoor discussion on bicycle safety and rules of the road, tips for selecting the right gear, and time on your bicycle practicing bicycle handling and balance skills. Sept. 10-ROCK ART OF THE PARADOX VALLEY, 1 p.m. @ Montrose Senior Center (1800 East Pavilion Place). Take this picturesque journey through the ancient lives in Paradox Valley through the rock carvings they left behind. Presenter: Glade Hadden, geologist. Sept. 11-Wednesday, Sept. 11th at 6 pm. Yoga for Cyclists, at the Brewery! Cost: $10 (cash only). Experience a deep release for those tight legs, hips & back! This unique class will take place on the outdoor patio at 2 Rascals Brewing Co. All mats and props will be provided by Yoga House. All abilities are welcome! After class, grab a cold brew and talk cycling with us!
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