May 7, 2015 - Herald Times

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Mother’s Day Sunday ...
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This Sunday is Mother’s Day—that day in May when we
take time to honor the women who bore us, raised us,
and mentored us. For a breakdown of
how much a mother’s work might be
worth in today’s economy,
see the editor’s
column
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American Legion members can join with Meeker VFW
Volume 130, Number 39 May 7, 2015 theheraldtimes.com
Special to the Herald Times
MEEKER I The American Legion was chartered
and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is
the nation’s largest wartime veterans’ service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of
wholesome programs in our communities, advocating
patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.
Your local Meeker American Legion was chartered
in 1936. It grew and was a very important part of our
Area livestock
producers not
happy over pay
community being responsible for the July 4 pageant and
celebrations at one point.
Recently, several members of the Meeker VFW Post
No. 5843 joined the American Legion in an effort to
revitalize the organization locally. This long-time patriotic and very important organization to our community
was to be shut down by the National American Legion
late last month due to inactivity.
Meeker VFW Post Commander David Cole said, “I
am happy to report to you that a new constitution and
bylaws are being filed with the State of Colorado and the
non-profit IRS filing is in progress. Records and ceremonial guns have been moved into the new home” of the
Meeker VFW.
The Meeker VFW Post No. 5843 is happy to share
its new home at 290 Fourth St. with Meeker’s American
Legion Post No. 0074, the Nicholas Goeder Post.
“We will welcome all members or anyone interested
in joining either the VFW or the American Legion at our
next joint meeting, which is Monday at 5:30 p.m.,” Cole
said, adding that dinner will be served and that the meeting will begin promptly at 6:15 p.m.
“It was interesting for me to discover that both
organizations have nearly identical rituals and goals,”
Cole said. “Both organizations have a long history of
community service and are involved in patriotic educa-
Meekerpalooza and
Range Call plan to move
most events to Ute Park
By JENNIFER HILL
RBC I In mid-April, the U.S.
Department of Labor released a
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
titled “Temporary Agricultural
Employment of H-2A Foreign
Workers in the Herding or Production
of Livestock On the Open Range in
the United States.”
The H-2A program, which
brought in more than 65,000 temporary workers in 2012, allows foreign
workers, often from South America,
seasonal agricultural work in the
country.
The proposed changes in the program present a large shift in the way
employees are managed, and many
local sheep and cattle producers who
participate in the program are not
happy.
“There’s no understanding from
the Department of Labor about the
production process,” said Bonnie
Brown, executive director of the
Colorado Wool Growers Association
during a phone interview.
Arguably, the portion of the rule
change with the greatest impact on
producers is the increase in wages for
H-2A workers. Workers in this program are paid on a monthly basis.
Currently, these workers average
between $750-$1,600 per month
depending on the state of employment, with Oregon and California
requiring the highest pay.
In addition, employers provide
housing, food and other supplies.
The proposed rule change would
triple the required salary with the
new pay scale ranging from $2,125$3,244 per month, again depending
on the state. The increase in pay is to
tion, honor guard services, veteran support and scholarships to name just a few.
“To serve in either organization one must have
served in the military during time of war, with the main
difference being that VFW members must have served in
a combat zone,” he said.
For further details and membership information,
contact Cole at 303-249-3700 or Rob Baughman at 970942-3097 or, better yet, “show up at our meeting,” Cole
said
“You are welcome to join and participate in either
organization to the extent that you wish and are able,” he
said.
By SEAN McMAHON
[email protected]
HEATHER ZADRA
Colorado Northwestern Community College’s annual Holocaust Awareness Week included lectures
on the circumstances that led up to and perpetuated the Holocaust and resistance to it, along
with discussions about the Rwandan and Cambodian genocides. One flag in the Field of Flags in
front of the McLaughlin Building represented 5,000 lives lost, with each color representing a different ethnic, social or political group.
CNCC campus takes notice of the
Holocaust, other world genocides
By HEATHER ZADRA
RANGELY I In the rush and
hurry of everyday life, it can be
easy to forget.
Only rarely do most of us think
about the millions of Jewish people
and millions more who, for their
ethnicity, religion or politics, died
as part of a mass genocide initiated
by Germany’s Nazi regime between
1933 and 1945.
That’s why, on a federal level,
the United States Congress established Days of Remembrance of the
Victims of the Holocaust in 1979.
The eight-day period in April or
May aims to honor not only victims
of the Holocaust but also its survivors, those bold enough to stand
up against it and the soldiers who
ultimately stopped it.
“The events and results of the
Holocaust were so devastating; it’s
an extreme we can barely imagine,”
said United States Holocaust
Museum film curator Raye Farr.
“But we remember. We remember
because it is an unthinkable scar on
humanity. We need to understand
what human beings are capable of.”
Around the same time as the
Days of Remembrance, faculty,
staff and students at Colorado
Northwestern Community College
gather to remember, too.
Each year, CNCC’s Holocaust
Awareness Week features different
historic and current events lectures,
MEEKER I Meekerpalooza
Arts and Music Festival, to be held
on Saturday, June 6, and Range Call,
held annually during the Fourth of
July in Meeker, will take on a new
look this year as both events, which
have had a heavy presence in downtown Meeker, will be making a
major move to Ute Park, located just
west of town, where the Meeker
Classic Sheepdog Trials have been
held.
Meeker Town Manager Scott
Meszaros said Friday that the town
itself has had very little to do with
the decisions on each event’s relocation. He said the Range Call
Committee asked the town if they
could use Ute Park instead of downtown while continuing to place several events at the Rio Blanco County
Fairgrounds.
The annual Fourth of July parade
will remain in town along Main
Street, Meszaros said.
Stephanie Kobald and her sister,
Vanessa Trout, are spearheading
Meekerpalooza for the Meeker Arts
and Cultural Committee (MACC) on
June 6 with live bands running to 10
p.m. with three bands from other
parts of Colorado and four local
bands, Kobald said. The four Meeker
area bands are: Matt Holiday and
Friends, Casserole Beans, the Clover
Loafers and Los Venados; the
Colorado bands are: Great American
Taxi, Hog MaGundy and the Brian
Jordan Band.
The event is a tribute to Bobby
Castaldo and Jason Hightower,
Kobald said.
“We all felt that Ute Park is more
spacious, more visible, it can hold
more people and White River
Electric Association has really
enhanced the power capability at Ute
Park,” Kobald said. “That makes it
much more convenient for all the
vendors.
She added that vendors interested
in setting up for Meekerpalooza can
still do so by calling 970-439-0183
or by emailing: [email protected].
Other events scheduled for the
day include: arts and crafts; a kids’
crafts corner with interactive arts
activities; A Taste of Meeker, featuring area chefs and restaurants; a beer
garden; a giant Jenga game; and a
noon triathlon from the Eastern Rio
Blanco Metropolitan Recreation
Center to Ute Park.
Those who wish to can either
camp on site or there is lodging
available in town.
Kobald also said there may be
fireworks at dark but that event is
still a bit tentative.
Price
of
admission
to
Meekerpalooza will be $5 while kids
under 10 and adults 65 and over will
be free. Tickets can be purchased at
the door or online.
There is still a question,
See UTE, Page 11A
Testing fills last days for MHS students
See H-2A BILL, Page 6A
By REED KELLEY
MEEKER I While the Colorado
General Assembly this year wrestled
with legislation to reform K-12 testing, Meeker School District geared up
for another couple of weeks of highstakes student testing that will determine college placement, estimate military potential and assess student
growth.
April 28 marked the annual ACT
(American College Testing) assessment for high school juniors.
WEATHER
Colorado is one of many states that
requires all juniors to take this college
entry exam whether they are college
bound or not. Juniors just finished taking the Accuplacer tests only days
before to determine their eligibility for
basic college composition and college
algebra.
Juniors, however, were not the
only gladiators in the testing arena.
While they were taking the ACT,
freshmen and sophomores took a second round of PARCC (Partnership for
Assessment of Readiness for College
and Career). Supposedly similar to
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ACT, the controversial PARCC tests
were designed as a curriculum and
standards-based educational and
career planning tool, evaluating a student’s academic readiness for college.
Less than 36 hours after the ACT,
juniors were back in the computer lab
taking the language arts portion of
PARCC. Just as PARCC testing finally concluded for the year, Aspire tests,
developed by the same corporation
which produces the ACT, were delivered to freshmen and sophomores as a
way to measure student growth. The
ACT scores may eventually be used as
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Aspire testing covers five subject
areas: writing, reading, English, math
and science.
For students in 10th, 11th or 12th
grade who are interested in joining the
military, the ASVAB (Armed Services
Vocational Aptitude Battery) test was
given Tuesday. Next week, a Colorado
ACT make-up test is scheduled.
The week of May 18, Meeker seniors will take their last high school
See TESTS, Page 10A
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SEAN MCMAHON
These two sandhill cranes, known for the red crested feathers on
the top of their heads, stopped in a field off County Road 4, roughly
five miles just south of Meeker, on Thursday morning. One would
guess they stopped in for a snack along their usually long trek to the
north for the warmer summer temperatures.
Sunday: 50/30 Rain/snow mix
Saturday, May 9 • Fairfield Center
6:00 p.m. Social & 7:00 p.m. Dinner
Matt Holliday Band • Casino Tables • Silent Auction & Raffle Items
$50 pre-paid/$55 at the door $360 for a table of 8
RSVP to Jamie Becker: [email protected]
Support expanding our local healthcare services—Pediatric Care, Chemotherapy
& Infusion Treatment, Orthopedic Surgery, Private Room in the Walbridge Wing.
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Thursday, May 7, 2015
Raven oil pumping station at PUMP STATION’S NEW HOME ...
new home pad in Rangely
By HEATHER ZADRA
RANGELY I An iconic Rangely
landmark has a new home.
A replica of the Raven A-1 pumping unit, the first “wildcat” deep well
in the Rangely Weber Sand Unit
drilled by the California Oil Co. in
1931, was moved from the wellhead
site to the Rangely Museum on April
10.
The Chevron Corp. closed the
commemorative site west of Rangely
more than a year ago with officials
stating that access by the public was
difficult because of the surrounding
oil field.
Chevron initially offered the pump
jack and gazebo with interpretative
information to the Town of Rangely.
Town Manager Peter Brixius said
town officials considered a relocation
to Hefley Park along with the Western
Rio Blanco Metropolitan (WRBM)
Recreation and Park District. When
that fell through, the museum coordinated with the town to establish an
outdoor exhibit location within its
fenced grounds, Museum Director
Brenda Hopson said.
Although interest in Rangely oil is
recorded as early as 1891 and oil companies drilled shallow wells in the
Rangely Weber Sand Unit early in the
20th Century, the Raven discovery
well set the stage for a massive oil
boom a decade after its completion.
The California Oil Co.’s drilling
the Raven A-1 test well, which began
in 1931 and concluded in 1933, confirmed what geologist A.C.
McLaughlin knew the moment he had
observed the anticline formation from
Mellen Hill nearly a quarter-century
before: that the Weber sandstone more
than a mile beneath the surface was
saturated with oil.
By 1933, the 6,335-foot well was
producing 230 barrels of oil per day,
but a White River Crier article by Ken
Bailey II in Fall 2005 noted that
“Rangely’s remote location and a
lackluster marked (sic) for the product
led to the well being capped until
World War II demand made it worthwhile to develop it.”
World War II brought greater
demand for oil to fuel the war effort,
and on Sept. 21, 1943, the California
Co. put Raven No. 1 back into production. By 1949, the oil boom was in
full swing as 478 wells drew oil to the
surface from deep below ground.
BIRTH...
In 1957, the field was unitized
when Chevron took over management
and operation of the Rangely Weber
Sand Unit, and, by 1958, the oil field
had reached its peak production of
82,000 barrels per day.
“It’s hard to overestimate the significance of Raven No. 1 and this
entire field to the town of Rangely,”
said Chevron Operations Supervisor
Luke Allred, who has lived in Rangely
since his birth. “Oil production and all
the related services have been a big
part of this community’s livelihood.
This field shows the power of constantly changing technology to keep
the oil flowing and helping to meet
our country’s energy needs.”
Chevron Artificial Lift Corrosion
representative Robert Lopez said that
servicing company Weatherford’s
deconstructing the 23,000-pound
pump jack for transfer down
Rangely’s Main Street, then rebuilding it at the museum site in several
hours, was no different from everyday
jobs in the field.
“It’s something we do every day,
but we don’t take it for granted
because something could still go
wrong,” he said. “Every time we
move something, it’s a new job. You
have to take all the precautions.”
Production specialist Frank Tolley
said the replica unit is small compared
to some pumps in the field whose gear
boxes alone can weigh in at 45,000
pounds or more. The original pumping
unit was probably substantially larger
than the replica.
The pump exhibit is part of a
growing segment of the museum’s
history about the Rangely Weber Sand
Unit and the oil and gas industry’s cultural, environmental and economic
impacts on the area over the last 70
years.
HEATHER ZADRA
A replica of the Raven A-1 pumping unit, the first “wildcat” deep well in the Rangely
Weber Sand Unit that was drilled by the California Oil Co. in 1931, was moved from its
former wellhead site outside of Rangely to the Rangely Museum on April 10.
Pioneers Healthcare Foundation 8th annual
Spring Gala this Saturday at Fairfield Center
MEEKER I The Pioneers
Healthcare Foundation will hold its
eighth annual Spring Gala fundraising event to benefit local healthcare
scholarships and services on
Saturday.
The annual event will have a
beachside theme, beginning with a
social hour at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m.
followed by an evening of lively
music, silent auction baskets and
beachside gambling at the Freeman
E. Fairfield Center, 200 E. Main in
Meeker.
Reservations are required.
Tickets cost $50 each, paid for in
advance, or $55 each, paid for at the
door.
Funds raised will go toward
health-care related scholarships
offered to Meeker High School students as well as to healthcare services, including chemotherapy, pediatric
care and orthopedic surgery.
For more information or to make
reservations as soon as possible,
please contact Margie Joy at Pioneers
Medical Center at 970-878-9317 or
[email protected] or Jamie
Becker at 970-878-5047, Ext. 127, or
[email protected].
one who has lived here, and we will be
searching for trivia facts and answers
to share at this year’s event, such as:
When did CNCC open? When was
Parkview Elementary School built?
When was the current Meeker High
School built? What year was the road
from Meeker to Rangely paved?
Tickets are $35 per person.
Anyone who has lived in the county
for 30 years or went to school in Rio
Blanco County is invited to join the
celebration.
Call 970-878-4138 for a first-time
invitation.
Oldtimers’ Celebration in Meeker is June 6
COURTESY PHOTO
Oran and Amy Rundberg of Meeker are pleased to announce the
birth of their daughter, Ellieanne Margaret, at 8:41 am on April
13, 2015. The baby weighed 7 pounds, 6 oz., and was 19 1/2
inches long. The baby’s maternal grandparents are Richard and
Evelyn Ott of Axial. Maternal great grandparents are Naomi
Durham of Axial and Charles Ott of Michigan. The paternal
grandparents are Mike and Patti Hoke of Meeker and Jim
Rundberg. Paternal great grandparents are Lucy Rundberg of
Puerto Rico and Aline Kirk of Vermont. The baby was welcomed home by brothers Elijah and Dylan.
MEEKER
The Oldtimers
Celebration will be held June 6 at the
Freeman Fairfield Center in downtown Meeker.
Doors will open at 3 p.m. for oral
history storytelling and videotaping
sessions.
The social hour begins at 5 p.m. in
the lobby, followed by dinner at 6:30
and the dance afterward.
The theme this year is “School.”
The rich history of Rangely and
Meeker schools—activities, sports,
teachers, students, school boards, and
buildings—has involved nearly every-
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Meeker School Board hires two teachers: Dorsett out once again
By REED KELLEY
MEEKER I On the recommendation of Superintendent Mark
Meyer, the Meeker Board of
Education hired two new high school
math and science teachers on April 21
to replace Don Cameron and Dr.
Robert Dorsett
Cameron has been the replacement this year for former math/science teacher Beverly DevoreWedding. Cameron did not seek continuation into next year. DevoreWedding, meanwhile, is pursuing her
multi-year, Ph.D. in science education
at the University of NebraskaLincoln.
The new teachers are Michele
Selle, the wife of the new superintendent from Westcliffe, and 2006
Meeker High School graduate Larisa
“Reese” Merrell.
Meyer is extremely enthusiastic
about these new hires. Selle earned
her B.A. from the University of
Northern Colorado, majoring in phys-
ical science and minoring in chemistry, with an emphasis in secondary
education. She taught junior high and
high school general science, math,
physics, chemistry and physical science for four years in the Big Sandy
School District in Simla, Colo. For
the last three years at Custer County
High School in Westcliffe, she has
been teaching physical science, math,
statistics, personal finance, and
advanced placement physics.
Merrell majored in math with a
minor in physics at Mesa State
College (now Colorado Mesa
University). She taught math and
engineering at Northglenn High
School last year. She previously was a
LEGO instructor at Play-Well
TEKnologies. For three years, she
was a program coordinator for science lessons with an engineering bent
at the John McConnell Math and
Science Center of Western Colorado
in Grand Junction. She holds a certificate in secondary education from the
University of Colorado—Denver.
In a short discussion about the
new hires, Meyer told the board that
Colorado Northwestern Community
College, under pressure from state
and national accreditation authorities,
is cracking down on requirements for
concurrent enrollment (CE) teachers.
CE teachers must have master’s
degrees in their subject area. Neither
of the new teachers have their master’s.
Meyer said CNCC would give the
high school one semester of transition
(until January 2016) to get their teachers qualified.
Donna Theimer, dean of instruction at CNCC-Craig and concurrent
enrollment coordinator for the college, has looked at Meeker High
School’s new hires with regard to the
CE program. She said an exception
can possibly be made for Merrell to
teach a limited level of CE courses.
The exception, she said, can be made
due to her strong background in math,
but only until Jan. 1, by which time
she must have her master’s degree.
Theimer said all CE teachers must
meet the same criteria as college fac-
ulty by January. She added that
Meeker is very lucky to have Merrell
who, she said, has the ideal blending
of studies in education, math and
physics.
Theimer, however, is concerned
about Meeker losing CE capability in
chemistry, anatomy and physiology.
She said CNCC will continue to work
with the district to find a solution to
this “science gap.”
The college, she said, is working
with the state to locate resources that
will help high schools provide opportunities and incentives to hire master
level teachers or to help current teachers return to graduate school to get the
courses they need to qualify for CE.
Meeker has been out-performing
other community high schools in the
classes they are able to offer and the
high level of credentials Meeker
teachers possess, Theimer reported.
Dorsett currently teaches five CE
classes. They are statistics (alternated
with calculus), physics, college algebra, college mathematics preparation,
and anatomy/physiology. If the new
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would allow Dorsett to teach Meeker
High School students as a CE instructor for the college. His classroom,
however, would have to be at Barone
Middle School, forcing his students to
travel between the two buildings.
Dorsett would be supervised by Iris
Franklin, coordinator for the CNCC
Meeker Center. This has been the situation for the duration of this school
year despite repeated requests by
Dorsett to be allowed to return to his
high school classroom, which was
equipped for teaching laboratory science.
Dorsett said he took an approximate $63,000 pay cut, plus the loss of
benefits, to accept this arrangement.
Dorsett told the Herald Times that
Meyer’s letter, which stated that
Dorsett was “voluntarily terminated”
by the district, is wrong in terms of
how the district has treated him and
his employment.
“I would very much like to continue teaching and I have been unfairly removed from the high school faculty,” Dorsett said.
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teachers don’t qualify, all of these CE
classes are in jeopardy for the next
school year with Dorsett gone.
Additionally, without Dorsett,
Meeker High School has no qualified
biology teacher and biology is
required for graduation.
Meyer sent a letter to Dorsett in
March stating that these new teacher
positions would be filled and that, as
a result, the school district would no
longer need him or CNCC for their
math/science curriculum. The board
was asked, at its meeting on April 21
if they agree with Meyer’s letter to
Dorsett. Board President Bill
deVergie, quickly replied, “No comment, it’s a personnel issue.” No other
board members commented.
Last spring, Dorsett refused to
sign the contract he was offered by
the school district. He argued that it
was because of the toxic, “hostile
workplace” created by MHS
Principal Dr. Kim Ibach and Meyer.
On Aug. 29, it was announced that
an agreement between Dorsett, the
district administration and CNCC
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Salute to the mothers of the world, MSD picture all snow
FROM MY WINDOW...
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By SEAN McMAHON
[email protected]
appy Mother’s Day come
Sunday. There are two groups
of people in the world, but
even more in our country that I don’t
think you can say enough good
about.
Those two groups are those who
have been or are in the service to
America, be it in the Armed Forces,
on a police/sheriff/fireman level, and
mothers, who play such a major role
in what each of us becomes.
Thankfully, we hear year-round
about the gratitude we all feel toward
our men and women in service to
America.
But not enough is said about the
importance of mothers and how
major a role they play in the knowledge, behavior, fashion sense, social
mores and humanity we all bring
forth later in life.
Mothers seem to almost always
be there when they are needed to lend
a little support, tend to a minor cut or
scrape, help lead us in the right direction, be it a homework assignment or
needing to figure how to handle a
particular problem while learning and
growing up.
They hold us or our hands when
we are frightened; they hold our hand
to help cross an obstacle when we
don’t know the simple way; they discipline us when we need it; they are
there to comfort us when we are in
pain; and it certainly seems like they
know what to do before we know
how to tackle a simple or tough decision.
We certainly owe them for carrying us for nine months and bringing
us into this world.
Happy Mother’s Day mothers all
over. Like the military, we all owe
you thanks that can never be sufficient to the amount you do for us.
What are mothers worth?
The annual value of a mother’s
work has risen more than $5,000 in
the last two years, according to the
Insure.com 2015 Mother’s Day
Index. Mom’s work is now worth
$65,284 per year, 9.1 percent above
the $59,862 her work “earned” in
2013.
This year’s figure also marks a
3.7 percent increase over her 2014
value of $62,985. The Mother’s Day
Index uses wage data from the
Bureau of Labor Statistics in order to
estimate the financial value of a
mother’s contributions to her household.
“Earnings for many of the tasks
mothers are associated with, such as
event planning and decorating the
home, continue to grow and elevate
Mom’s overall value,” said Penny
Gusner, consumer analyst for
Insure.com. “Only a few of the jobs
mothers take on at home had their
wages decrease this past year.”
Insure.com also asked 1,000 men
and women what amount of money a
mother should receive if she were
paid for her work around the house.
The majority, 57 percent, said she
should make more than $50,000
annually. The other 43 percent said
Mom should earn a salary of less
than $50,000.
Here is the precise breakdown on
how much respondents said mothers
should get paid annually:
Nothing: 2 percent
Up to $10,000: 4 percent
$10,001-$25,000: 12 percent
$25,001-$50,000: 25 percent
$50,001-$75,000: 24 percent
$75,001-$100,000: 17 percent
$100,001-$200,000: 7 percent
Over $200,000: 9 percent
When I was a child and long
before the high-tech electronics of
today, “snow” was an ever-present
sight when you would turn on the television. This was often true through
the ‘50s and ‘60s and even into the
early ‘70s when higher quality TVs
were on the market and they had
ironed out all, or
at least most, of
the kinks.
There was
also the problem
of having only
ABC and CBS on
TV back then. It
was much later that my family’s
household could get NBC as well.
But I digress.
As I sit back in my easy chair and
peer out the window, I see a lot of
“snow” that has already developed
this past year over the Meeker School
District. It just isn’t a clear picture no
matter how hard you try to work at it
or who you talk to.
Have the past several months all
been a coincidence? I don’t think so.
I am under the impression that
there has been a whole lot going on
behind closed doors—on both sides
of the MSD issue. And the picture
just isn’t getting any clearer as yet.
I would put the sides into the procurrent-flow folks who have shaped
what has taken place much of the
past year. The pro-Mark Meyer and
pro-Kim Ibach troops against the
anti-current-flow folks who have
been begging for change for more
than a year. These are the pro-Dorsett
and pro-teacher forces, who, by the
way, don’t always agree with each
other. These include those teachers
who think Dr. Dorsett walks on water
AND those who don’t want Dorsett
to get any special deals or contracts.
Yes, I believe it all started with
teacher Dr. Bob Dorsett and principal
Dr. Kim Ibach getting crossways with
each other. Ibach was the driving
force for no special contract for
Dorsett and Dorsett was the driving
force behind trying to discredit Ibach
on several fronts including the fact
that she didn’t have a doctorate when
she was hired as she said she did.
The snow gets much deeper and
heavier when trying to simplify the
problem. Dorsett and Ibach don’t like
each other. It is kind of like in real
life, the ace (Ibach) beats the king
(Dorsett) because Ibach is the ruler at
the high school and, it seems, the
Meeker School Board and administration is backing her completely, if,
perhaps, with snowy vision as well.
And along came Christmas.
Superintendent Meyer resigns,
saying he wants to move back closer
to his family. Understandable.
Then, Ibach resigns and appears
to be headed to Wyoming, a kingdom
she has been to before.
Then Meyer, who I believe has
probably been kept up nights due to
Ibach’s actions, wants to keep his job,
which was either announced right
before or possibly after the job was
offered to the new superintendent.
It appears to be snowing harder
now.
Then there are the rumors that
Meyer wants to pick the new principal at the high school. There were the
rumors that he wanted to pick the
new superintendent and there are still
rumors out there that yes,
Superintendent Meyer committed the
No. 1 faux pas when looking for a
job and that is to resign from one job
before you have another job lined up.
Then there is the rumor that
Meyer is going to hire himself to fill
a well-paid job within the district and
that he may or may not have the
approval of the new superintendent.
Another rumor is that Meyer
wants to get all the open district jobs
filled before the new superintendent
gets on board and that the new superintendent, Chris Selle, is laying back
and has given Meyer the blessing to
do all the hiring so he won’t have to
take the heat if problems continue
and, in return, Meyer can go ahead
and give himself that high-paying job
in the the district.
I don’t know how much of what I
read here is true. I have heard enough
on both sides of every argument that
I know for sure that the people who
believe one thing are at least half
wrong. No one could know for sure
what is going on.
I am very happy about one thing
for sure. I am happy that the new
superintendent is from out of Rio
Blanco County because I feel for certain that not a single person within
the Meeker School District could
come in here, unwind all of the
garbage that has been wound over the
past year, and still have the support of
the teachers, administrators, etc.
The teachers have so clearly
taken sides in their own little groups
that there is little question who
belongs to which group, stereotyped
as the pro-Ibach folks and the proDorsett folks, not to mention the proMeyer and anti-Ibach folks or the
pro-Dorsett folks, who are antiMeyer and anti-Ibach folks but still
don’t want Dorsett to get his “special
treatment contract.”
See what I mean about the snow?
It’s tough to see clearly out there.
Clearly, new Superintendent Selle
has his hands full as he arrives in
Meeker.
He has to deal with teachers who
don’t appear very happy with whatever has been done, he has to deal
with a lot of parents who are very
unhappy with what was done to Dr.
Dorsett and who want him back at
the high school or at least teaching
the dual enrollment classes for MHS
and Colorado Northwestern
Community College.
He will have to placate the two
most difficult groups to placate over
such situations that have occurred,
and that is parents and teachers.
He has to work with a board that
has some members who appear to
say one thing in one circle and do
another at the board meetings, and I
believe the majority of the board,
especially a couple of the newest
members, have lost a lot of credibility already.
Mr. Selle also has to deal with a
board that doesn’t always follow
approved procedures.
Mr. Selle will need to be tough,
show no favorites, run a tight ship
and make certain that the board follows the rules and does all this without alienating any major segment of
the community.
And he has to do all this while
staying within a very tight budget.
Good luck, Mr. Selle. Here’s to
hoping you find smooth sailing and a
long and satisfying relationship with
Meeker and its residents.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Many made softball
golf tournament a
success in Rangely
Dear Editor:
April 26 started with a rainy and
gloomy morning, but that did not
stop the fourth annual CNCC Softball
Golf Fundraising Tournament at
Cedar Ridges Golf Course in
Rangely with 15 teams.
The tournament had its best
turnout ever. It turned out to be an
eventful day, as the Spartan softball
athletes were scattered throughout the
course with games and interacting
with various teams to raise money.
A few worms may or may not
have been eaten to raise a few extra
bucks for the Spartans’ cause, but
needless to say, the athletes and the
participants had a good time on the
course.
Bernie Shaffer had the course
looking great and Chris Hejl is
always helpful in organizing the
event and helping us through it.
Thanks also to Ken with Subway and
John and Sandy Payne with
Giovanni’s for sponsoring the various
hole prizes.
With such an amazing turnout
this year, four place standings were
paid. The winner of the tournament
this year was our parent team,
accompanied by a CNCC student.
The winning team consisted of
See LETTERS, Page 5A
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
However, the Committee For A
Constructive Tomorrow, “CFACT,”
documents the following: satellites
show we are now in our 18th straight
year of no warming; polar ice is
increasing, not melting; and severe
weather events, hurricanes and tornados are not increasing.
The president is intent on pushing
the end of generation of electricity by
carbon fuels (coal and natural gas)
despite the obvious bad impact this
would have on our economy.
During 2014, Humanix Books
published “Dark Winter,” authored by
John L. Casey, a former NASA engineer, who has spent many years in
the study of climatic changes using
research developed by other scientists
over many years.
Notable quotes in “Dark Winter”
include:
The end of HCGW. The theory of
man-made global warming and climate change based on human greenhouse gas emissions is the greatest
international scientific fraud ever perpetuated on the world’s citizens; The
beginning of a “solar hibernation,” a
historic reduction in the energy output of the sun; A long-term drop in
the earth’s temperature; and The start
of the next climate change to decades
of dangerously cold weather.
All this is based on a 206-year
cycle of variations in the temperature
of our sun.
Please read this book for answers
to the many questions that cannot be
covered in a letter to the editor.
Youngsters who have been brainwashed by HCGW propaganda
should be given copies of “Dark
Winter” as required reading.
Dick Prosence
Meeker
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Gary and Karen Brown (grandparents
of sophomore Kaite Mankau), Randy
Hicken (father of Sarah Hicken,
2015-16 softball signee) and CNCC
student Tommy Rich.
Second place went to Clark
Edwards, Ellen Boudreaux, Norian
James and Trevor Anderson while
third place was won by Jerry
Blankenship, Mark Skelton, Greg
Skelton and Brian Skelton.
There was a tie for fourth place
between Team 1, with Jon Fischer,
Alex Halcomb, Shelby Hayes and
Ryan Huit; and Team 2, wih Jason
Cox, Casey Ducey, Clint Hill and
Jason Plummer.
Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s event and for
making it the best ever. If it was not
for the amazing support of the community this tournament would have
not been a success. Thank you all
again and we are already looking forward to next year!
Candra Robie
CNCC Assistant Softball Coach
CNCC Athletic Eligibility
Coordinator
Rangely
Thanks to last year’s
Range Call committee,
the ERBM and the
Meeker Chamber
Dear Editor:
As a business owner, I would like
to express my gratitude to last year’s
Range Call Committee, the ERBM
Recreation and Park District and the
Meeker Chamber of Commerce.
For the first time in many years,
locals and visitors were downtown
participating in activities for the
entire Fourth of July celebration.
My experience in previous years
had been to see the downtown streets
empty shortly after the parade. Last
year was such a wonderful difference
and a great boon to my business.
I would also like to extend big
kudos to the White River Electric
Association for purchasing items for
their raffles/drawings from my shop.
I truly appreciate all the efforts make
by our local entities to keep and
encourage the businesses in town.
Thank you again to all those entities and individuals alike that have
shown support for Meeker businesses.
Pat Sheeran/Daggett
The Upstairs Gallery
Meeker
Delayed ruling on
sage grouse doesn’t
help anyone
Dear Editor:
Sportsmen’s groups are deeply
concerned that a motion to strike a
rider added to the National Defense
Authorization Act (NDAA), which
will delay the September 2015 listing
decision for sage-grouse by 10 years,
has been defeated. The rider, introduced by Utah Representative Rob
Bishop, is non-germane to the rest of
the Act, and sportsmen believe the
proposed legislation will actually hurt
sage-grouse conservation efforts by
undermining the current planning
process—a collaboration of historic
proportions between the states and
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Traffic will be shifted and
detoured, including signalized onelane detours. For a period of time,
rock blasting may be required, which
might cause longer delays at detours.
This is another project that will
reduce wildlife mortality and
improve livestock movement under
County Road 5.
United Companies is performing
the work through a contract with the
Central Federal Lands Division of
the
Federal
Highways
Administration.
Rio Blanco County is a major
share holder in the project and will
have considerable participation in
the project.
Preliminary signage and advisories are in place with actual work
having begun Monday. Work is slat-
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Normal work hours will be from 7
a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through
Fridays.
Detours will be strategically
placed and moved as the sequencing
of the work requires.
Please exercise caution when
driving through the work zone.
Drivers should anticipate approximately 15-minute delays.
Road work on County Road 5 underway
MEEKER I Road work on the
Rio Blanco County Road 5/Road 3
intersection (approximately milepost
17.5) is under way.
Work consists of widening,
earthwork, demolition, asphalt
removal, drainage, retaining walls,
wildlife and livestock underpass,
asphalt paving, fencing, guardrail,
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working on the following roads next month:
Darius Avenue, Rio Blanco Avenue, West Bell
to Stanolind Avenue, South Sunset Avenue,
South Grand Avenue, Ridge Road, North
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to thwart a listing of the range-wide
population of greater sage-grouse
under the Endangered Species Act, a
result that was achieved on April 21
for the bi-state population of sagegrouse in California and Nevada,”
says Howard Vincent, president and
CEO of Pheasants Forever/Quail
Forever. “We don’t need federal legislation interfering with what we
believe can be a positive outcome in
September.”
Please let me know if I can
answer any questions.
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Theodore Roosevelt Conservation
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statutory precedent, scores of environmental laws, and subsequent legal
decisions around those laws,” says
Whit Fosburgh, president and CEO
of the Theodore Roosevelt
Conservation Partnership. “We look
forward to working with the Senate
to ensure that the provision to delay a
sage-grouse listing decision is kept
out of their version of the legislation,
so as not to undermine collaborative
conservation efforts for the species or
hurt military readiness by imperiling
the swift authorization of this important defense policy.”
“The eleven western states have
already made historic progress in
their cooperation and planning efforts
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As you plan your coverage of this
topic, please consider using the following quotes from sportsmen’s
groups, who oppose the delay of a
listing decision and this back-door
attack on the management of public
lands. Below you’ll also find the
TRCP’s recent press release on other
harmful sage-grouse bills introduced
in Congress last week.
“Sportsmen across the country
are extremely disappointed with the
vote in the House Armed Services
Committee who, by failing to strike
this language from the National
Defense Authorization Act, have
thrown into question decades of
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Dear Editor:
In his State of the Union address
in April, President Obama stated that
“no challenge poses a greater threat
to future generations than climate
change.”
Of course he was referring to
human-caused global warming
(HCGW), which, in his view, is “settled science.” Thousands of workers
in the field who are deriving their
income from this theory agree.
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federal agencies.
The motion to strike the rider
from this bill was defeated on nearly
partisan lines in a 36-26 vote today.
The 10-year delay of a listing
decision will remain in effect without
regard to any other statute, regulation, court order, legal settlement, or
provision of law. The proposed legislation also represents an unprecedented shift of management responsibility
to the states for federal land management. It would erode the implementation of bedrock conservation
statutes—such as the National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA),
Endangered Species Act (ESA),
Federal Land Policy and
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By Dr. J. D. Watson
Pastor-Teacher, Grace Bible Church
OD according to his promise
raised unto Israel a Saviour,
Jesus (Acts 13:23). The Greek sōtēr
(Savior, deliverer, preserver, protector,
and provider) occurs 24 times in the NT,
I Dr. J.D.
16 of which refer to the Lord Jesus (the
Watson
other eight refer to God). Tracing five of
these occurrences provides us with an
overall picture of our Savior.
First, our text speaks of the Savior prophesied: Of
this man’s seed hath God according to his promise
raised unto Israel a Saviour, Jesus. This verse points
back to the some 300 messianic prophecies in the OT. It
is actually part of Paul’s first recorded sermon and illustrates, as someone has well stated it, “All roads in Paul’s
preaching led to Christ.” Its outline also demonstrates
how he preached to an audience grounded in the OT: the
anticipation of the Messiah (vv. 16–25); the antagonism
toward Jesus Christ (13:16–25); and the appeal to men to
believe in Jesus, the obvious Messiah (13:38–41).
Second, we see the Savior identified in Luke 2:11,
which in the Greek literally reads: “Because was born to
you this day a Savior, who is Christ [the] Lord, in [the]
city of David.” We must quote Bible commentator
William Hendriksen here, who puts it so well: Luke is
saying, in effect, “Long ago promised, promised, promised, now finally born: the promise has been fulfilled.”
A missionary named Mr. Colemeister worked among
the Esquimaux (Eskimos or Inuits) for 34 years. While
translating the Gospels into their language, he could not
find a word for “Savior.” Finally, he asked them, “Has it
ever happened when you were out fishing that a storm
came up, and your boat began to sink?” They answered
that such had happened many times and that fisherman
in other boats came to help. “What do you call the man
who stretches out his hand to pull you to safety?” Colemeister asked. They understood, and he now had the
needed word.
Third, we see the Savior amplified in Acts 5:31:
“Him hath God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince
and a Saviour, for to give repentance to Israel, and forgiveness of sins.” Peter so amplifies the identity of Christ
to his audience that he says, in effect, “You not only
killed the Exalted Prince of God but also the Expected
Savior of God’s people.”
Fourth, we see the Savior typified in Ephesians 5:23.
Sōtēr is never used of men except here, by application, to
describe the Christian husband, who through Christ is the
protector, preserver, and provider of His wife. As the wife
is a picture of the Church—for the Church is under the
spiritual leadership of Christ—she is to put herself under
the spiritual leadership of the husband. The husband,
however, has a far greater responsibility, for he is a picture of Christ; as Christ loved the Church and gave Himself totally for it (or “her” as she is spoken of as being a
bride), the husband is to love his wife and give himself
totally for her. We’ll conclude these thought next time.
Scriptures for Study: Read just these few OT
prophecies concerning the coming of Christ: Genesis
3:15; Isaiah 7:14; 9:6; Jeremiah 23:5–6; Zechariah 9:9.
You are invited to worship with us at Grace Bible
Church (on the corner of 3rd and Garfield) at 10:30 A.M.
each Lord’s Day, where the ministry is the expository
preaching of God’s Word. Please visit our website
(www.TheScriptureAlone.com), where you will find
many resources for Christian growth, including messages
in MP3 media files.
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H-2A: Jeopardizes economy
Meeker marks
small business
week locally
MEEKER I Next week is
National Small Business Week, and
the Meeker Chamber of Commerce is
trying to help local small businesses
with reminders to town and area residents of the importance of shopping at
home while supporting out local
small-town businesses.
Citing the Small Business
Administration motto of “Dream Big;
Start Small,” the chamber wants to
remind Meeker and area residents that
by shopping locally, jobs are created,
you are investing in the community,
you can save time and money, you can
help us retain our current businesses
and you can enjoy better local service.
Create jobs: Shopping in your
home town creates local employment
and self-employment, and that helps
your town’s tax base and keeps your
friends, neighbors and family members working and earning wages.
Investing in your community:
Local businesses are more generous in
their support of local charities, schools
and community events, and the owners are usually your family members,
your neighbors and your friends.
Save time and money: You travel
fewer miles, saving on time and fuel.
You can often find great products at
affordable prices and sometimes even
cheaper prices without leaving home.
Retaining our businesses: People
don’t like losing shops and services in
small towns, but they don’t equate this
with how they spend their money.
Each penny and dollar that leaves the
local community never enters into the
local economy, and every dollar going
elsewhere slows the growth of your
home town, which hurts the town coffers as well as ourselves, our neighbors, our friends and our family.
Better services: We get better and
quicker service if you go with local
businesses. These businesses, who are
located locally are here to serve you,
they are quicker in their response, and
the success of their business depends
on how well they meet local needs.
Please give them the chance to
show you what they are worth, the
chamber urges.
HEATHER ZADRA
Logan Hill of Rangely’s Cripple Cowboy Cow Outfit watches Saturday as a herd of cattle makes its way
to corrals for calves to be branded and immunized. Like many ranchers in the county, the sixth-generation family business began its branding season earlier this month and will continue through June, when
the cattle will be moved up to summer grazing lands.
Give moose plenty of space
RBC I Colorado Parks and
Wildlife wants to remind people to
give wildlife plenty of room, especially when it comes to moose. The
moose population is thriving in
Colorado and as the number of moose
rise, so does the chance for human
interaction with them.
Moose are not typically aggressive, but they do not fear humans and
will defend their young and their territory. Dogs can provoke attacks
because of their resemblance to
wolves, a moose’s only natural predator.
People hiking in moose country
are encouraged to keep their dogs on a
leash. A charging moose will likely
follow a dog running back to its owners and can end up injuring them as
well. Moose can grow up to 1,200
pounds and can run up to 35 miles per
hour.
Wildlife managers caution that
when humans are injured by wildlife,
it can result in the euthanasia of the
animal, regardless of the circumstances.
“No one wants to be responsible
for the needless death of an animal
that was just following its instincts,”
adds Hurwitz.
If you encounter a moose, here are
some tips to keep in mind:
Give them plenty of room—enjoy
viewing wildlife from a distance! If an
animal reacts to your presence, you’re
too close.
Keep pets away. Never let your
dog approach a moose.
Look for signs that the moose is
agitated: raised hackles, lowered head,
ears pinned back, swaying back and
forth, licking its snout. If you see any
of those signs, leave the area as quickly as possible and avoid cornering the
animal.
If a moose charges, run away and
try to put a tree, vehicle or other large
object between you and the moose.
If you are knocked down, get up
and try to get away. Do not stay on the
ground.
For more information and tips
about moose watching, visit Colorado
Parks and Wildlife’s Moose Country
article at cpw.state.co.us/learn/Pages/
LivingwithWildlifeMoose.aspx
Corrections to Rangely School Board article
MEEKER I There were two inadvertent editing errors in a front page article in last week’s Herald Times
regarding the Rangely school board.
Early in the article, the story stated that the state is considering increasing school funding by 2.8. percent.
That was followed by the statement that (Superintendent) Scoggins suggested the board consider giving 2
percentage points of the increase as a raise in salaries when it should have stated that Scoggins suggested
the board consider giving 2 percent of the total 2.8 percent increase as a raise in salaries.
Also, Rangely Junior/Senior High School Prinicipal K.D. Bryant was inadvertently identified as a “he,’
when, in fact, Bryant is a woman.
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be phased in over a five-year period
with employers expected to pay 60
percent of the full salary in 2016 and
increase that rate by 10 percent each
year until the full salary is achieved
in 2020.
In Colorado, the monthly salary
in 2020 would be $2,500.
The proposed rule change would
also require a shift in how housing is
provided for the workers. Currently,
many H-2A workers stay in mobile
housing units typically referred to as
sheep camps. The new rules would
allow the use of sheep camps to continue, but in limited situations.
According to the new rules, if
sheep are located near headquarters
and in a fenced area, the H-2A
employee must be provided with permanent, fixed housing, instead of the
traditional sheep camps.
However,
local
producer
Anthony Theos said that the law fails
to identify how close to headquarters
is close enough to trigger the requirement for fixed housing.
“There’s so much gray area,”
Theos said.
Brown also believes that the law
is quite ambiguous and will wreak
havoc on the livestock industry.
“There’s not an industry in
America that can withstand having
their wage base tripled,” Brown said.
On April 20, U.S. Sen. Cory
Gardner, R-Colo., sent a letter to
Labor Secretary Thomas Perez
requesting that the comment period
on the proposed changes be extended
from 30 days to 90 days in order to
give impacted businesses a chance to
respond.
In his letter, Gardner stated, “If
this proposed rule is finalized without
amendment, many sheepherders in
my state of Colorado will lose their
businesses, some of which have been
passed down in families for generations. The new wage requirements
are especially onerous and deserve
more time for comment.”
The Colorado Wool Growers
Association also responded to the
Department of Labor with a letter in
late April. In the letter, association
President Spence Rule said, “If the
NPRM (Notice of Proposed
Rulemaking) is adopted as published,
it will collapse the Western range
sheep industry. The foreign workers
who voluntarily and enthusiastically
take advantage of the H-2A program
will no longer have legal jobs, not to
mention the thousands of other jobs
that will be lost as a result of these
poorly crafted regulations.”
As for the objective sought by the
change, the Department of Labor
claims they are trying to protect U.S.
and H-2A farm workers. However,
Brown believes there is an ulterior
motive.
“The Department of Labor is
hoping that if they raise the wages,
Americans will want the jobs. That’s
not going to happen,” she said.
Kelli Griffith of Mountain Plains
Agricultural Services, a firm that
helps livestock producers navigate
the process of bringing in foreign
workers through the H-2A program,
agrees with many livestock producers that the proposed rule changes
will bring great harm to the livestock
industry.
“Employers of herders and livestock workers will not have a workable rule to hire legal labor and will
be forced to look for alternatives. The
most likely alternative will be a
reduction in size or be out of business,” Griffith said.
Because of the increased difficulty in bringing workers to the U.S.,
Griffith also believes that the H-2A
workers will be left at a great disadvantage.
“…the herders themselves will
lose opportunities to make a better
life for themselves and their families,” Griffith said. “There have been
herders that have worked for the
same employer 5, 10, even 20 years.
“These workers have been able to
put their children through law school,
they own businesses and ranches in
their home countries,” she said.
“They have been able to do this while
making it possible for businesses to
operate in the U.S. and supporting
U.S. jobs.”
Unless the request for an extension is granted, the comment period
will end on May 15. Comments can
be submitted via the Department of
Labor’s website or through the
American
Sheep
Industry
Association’s Legislative Action
Center at sheepusa.org.
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Recently, the Rangely High School chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America competed at
state. Eleven competed in a variety of events: Breanne Baker in public speaking; James Scoggins in
client services; Rebecca Gillard in spreadsheet applications; Sierra Brannan in electronic career portfolio; Marielle Ivie in desktop publishing; McKenzie Webber in FBLA principles and procedures; Marshal
Way competed in digital design and promotion, placing in the top 10; and Dawn Stephens also placed in
the top 10 in client services; Savannah Nielsen competed in word processing and placed fifth at state;
Zach Glasgow competed in word processing, placing third, and he will now represent Rangely High
School and Colorado at nationals in Chicago in June.
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The Rangely High School drama class performed the play “How to Kill a Mockingbird” on April 28 in a
twist on the classic “To Kill a Mockingbird.” Five less-than-stellar students meet to work on their group
English project. Their assigned reading is Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird.” Unfortunately, not one of
the five has actually read the book. In fact, nobody even brought a copy of the book along. Worst of all,
they’re not exactly sure what the title of the book even is and there is no Internet service. Thus begins a
hilarious series of guesses and assumptions tht culminate in a massive conspiracy theory about the
book and the true threat of mockingbirds.
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SPORTS
MHS girls’ team smashes school
record in the 1,600-meter relay
By BOBBY GUTIERREZ
[email protected]
COURTESY PHOTO
Rangely High School distance runner Patrick Scoggins (left) and Ethan Allred (right) are pressing hard to
the finish line in the 800-meter run in Rangely on Saturday. The two finished third and fourth, respectively.
Rangely boys second, girls eighth as
Panthers host league championship
RANGELY I Rangely hosted the
Western Slope 2A League Track and
Field Championships on Saturday
with 12 teams participating from West
Grand to Cedaredge and close to 300
athletes participating in six field
events, 8 individual running events
and five relays.
On the girl’s side, Paonia won the
meet with 242 points, Cedaredge
came in second and Soroco was third.
The Rangely girls finished eighth.
“Rangely is a young team, and
there has been strong improvement
from all the girls throughout the season,” Coach Beth Scoggins said.
Cedaredge took first for the boys
with 180 points. Rangely came in second with a distant 103 points.
Coach Scoggins entered several
athletes that usually don’t participate
in some of the events to increase
score, and it worked in some of the
events.
“The meet started with field
events for the girls with triple jump,
boy’s long jump, boy’s high jump,
girl’s shot put and boys’ discus.
Katelyn Brown scored a third in the
triple jump with a leap of 33-02.25
while Dawn Stephens scored a seventh in the shot with a throw of 2709.50. Colt Allred was second in the
discus with a throw of 143-03.
Kaulan Brady was able to finish seventh in the long with a jump of 1800.05 then placed fifth in the high
jump with a personal best of 5-09.
Brennan Noyes was able to take the
gold in the high jump with a personal
best of 6-01.
Shortly after the field events started, the Rangely running events started
with a girls’ medley relay. The girls
were able to place sixth with Rebecca
Gillard, Dawn Stephens, Meikka Peck
and Savannah Nielsen posting a time
of 2:21.49.The boys pulled together a
4x800-meter relay with James
Scoggins, Ryan Barlow, Troy Allred
and Zach Glasgow, placing fourth
overall with a time of 9:38.66. After
the relays, it was time for the hurdles.
Sarah Connor was able to run an 18.11
in the 100-meter hurdles, placing fifth
while Mitchell Webber placed sixth
with 16.40.
The next running events were the
4x200-meter relays. The girls placed
seventh with a time of 1:59.66 with
Bridgette Rhea, Antoinette Dorris,
Sidney Shaffer and Sarah Connor.
The boys’ 4x200-meter relay team
was fourth with a time 1:36.59. The
team was made up of Kaulan Brady,
Colt Allred, Kiki Ruiz and Patrick
Scoggins. Savannah Nielsen was able
to get a personal best in the 1600
meters, where she placed fourth.
The boys pulled together a 4x100meter relay team of Kiki Ruiz, Nych
Deleon, Marshal Way and Ethan
Allred, who placed fourth with a time
of 47.82. Lindzey Thacker was able
to score a couple of points in the 400
meter dash with a fifth-place time of
1:06.74. Patrick Scoggins was able to
take third in the 400 meters, posting a
time of 52.22.
Mitchell Webber took second in
the 300-meter hurdles with a time of
43.98.
The boys were able rack up some
points in the 800-meter with Patrick
Scoggins taking third in 2:09.32,
Ethan Allred was fourth in 2:09.41
and Troy Allred was sixth with
2:18.33.
The girls ran the 3200 meters with
Savannah taking second with a time of
13:33.53.
Before boys started the 3200 the
meet was delayed due to lightning.
After about an hour they resumed
the running and rest of the field
events.
The 4x400-meter relay for the
girls took eighth place with Bridgette
Rhea, Sidney Shaffer, Antoinette
Dorris and Sarah Connor. The boys
took third in a time of 3:39.15 with
Mitchell Webber, Ethan Allred, Troy
Allred and Patrick Scoggins.
Continuing with the field events,
Katelyn Brown finished seventh in
the long jump with a jump of 1404.25, and Lindzey Thacker took
fourth in the high jump with a leap of
4-05.
The boys were able to score a second in the triple jump with Troy
Allred turning in a 39-01, a third from
Colt Allred at 38-10 and Brennan
Noyes a fifth place with a 38-03. Colt
Allred was also able to score a second
in the shot with a throw of 45-09.75.
Rangely will finish up the regular
season this weekend on Friday and
Saturday in Grand Junction. Coach
Scoggins is hoping to get a couple
more athletes to state next weekend.
The Rangely track team would
like to thank all of the volunteers who
made the meet possible.
MEEKER I With one track meet
left in the regular season, many
Meeker athletes have pre-qualified
for the 2015 Colorado State Track and
Field Meet, with several on the cusp
of qualifying and hoping to do so at
Saturday’s meet in Grand Junction.
“Just as the season should, hard
work is starting to pay off for both the
boys’ and the girls’ teams,” Meeker
head coach John Strate said after his
team’s most recent competition, the
Northwest League meet held in
Rangely on Saturday.
The Meeker girls’ team finished
in fourth place, the boys finished in
fifth and both had success, especially
two relay teams.
“The most impressive race of the
day was saved for last,” Coach Strate
said. “The 1600-meter relay team
started the day barely in qualifying
position for the state meet (top 18 in
the state). Maggie Phelan, Sierra
Williams, Avery Watt and Madison
Russell) not only moved up to eighth
place overall in the state, but they also
shattered the Meeker High School
record with their time of 4:22.”
The boys also started the day on a
winning note, when Meeker’s 4x800
relay team, consisting of Austin
Russell, Josh Cochran, Marshal Pool
and Clay Anderson, ran its way to a
league championship with the time of
9:22.
“Currently, the girls’ team is sending the 400-, 800-, 1600- and 3,200meter relay teams to the state meet,”
Strate said.
Senior Sydney Hughes set season
bests in all four of her events, taking
second in the 100-meter hurdles
(17.24), second in the 300 hurdles
(48.42), second in the triple jump
(33-10) and she finished fourth in the
long jump with a distance of 15-5.
Coach Strate said Peyton Burke
also had an “excellent day in the 100
hurdles,” coming back from an ankle
injury. “She ran a career best of 17.8
and earned third place, punching her
ticket to the state meet.
Lady thrower, junior Sarah
Gerloff, also had a strong showing in
the discus, earning a fifth place finish
with a throw of 87-2.
Meeker junior Jacob Henderson
continues to improve, setting yet
another personal best in the 110meter hurdles with his time of 16:32,
which earned him a fourth place
league finish and, according to
Coach Strate, he is currently sitting
in seventh place in the state in 2A
and he placed sixth in the triple
jump, with a hop, skip and jump of
38-8.75.
Senior Jake Phelan is one spot
out of qualifying for the state meet in
the triple jump. Phelan finished
fourth in the league meet with a
triple jump of 38-8 and he placed
eighth in the 100-meter dash.
Pool and Russell are also close to
qualifying in the 3200-meter run,
where Russell finished fourth after a
hour rain delay and Pool placed sixth.
Russell is currently two spots away
from qualifying.
“This weekend is going to be
very telling for our boys’ team as we
have numerous athletes close to
cracking into the top 18,” Strate said.
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Meeker’s Barone Middle School concluded its track season Saturday in Craig. The photo above captures
the running of the girls’ 200-yard dash with Quinn Pint from Craig, left, and Gracie Bradfield from Meeker,
right, competing for the win.
Barone wraps up its track season
MEEKER I The Barone Middle
School track athletes completed their
2015 season on Saturday in Baggs.
Made up of seventh and eighth
graders, the team competed at Coal
Ridge, Rangely and also had a fun
night of relays in Craig on Thursday.
The all-relay meet included
events such as the hurdle shuttle and a
throwers’ relay, won by Meeker, in
which they carried a shotput as a
baton.
This season, a few records will be
added to the BMS board. They
include Megan Shelton’s shot put
throw of 35-4, Gracie Bradfield’s
200-meter dash time of 27.85 as well
as the 4x100-meter relay team of
Kassie Luce, Krissie Luce, Megan
Shelton and Gracie Bradfield with a
time of 54.13.
According to the coaches, the
team worked very hard every week
putting forth great effort to improve
themselves.
“It has been a lot of fun watching
the kids grow stronger each week,”
coach Heather Burke said. “Meeker
placed well in many events this year,
and we were pleased to see several
personal bests during the season.”
finement, 50 hours of community
service and pay $5,000 in fines.
In August, Rodgers pleaded
guilty to violating several counts of
the federal Lacey Act, which prohibits the interstate transportation and
sale of any wildlife taken in an illegal
manner.
Rodgers and his accomplices
were the subjects of a three-year joint
investigation by Colorado Parks and
Wildlife, the Utah Division of
Wildlife Resources and the U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service, beginning in
2007.
Details of the investigation
revealed what one 44-year veteran of
the agency called “the worst example
of poaching he had seen in his
career.”
According to indictments handed
down in January, Rodgers and his
employer, outfitter Christopher W.
Loncarich, 56, of Mack, daughters
Caitlin and Andie Loncarich and
MHS baseball team takes streak of
four wins to weekend district tourney Last in group of poachers severely punished
By BOBBY GUTIERREZ
[email protected]
MEEKER I The Meeker High School Cowboys baseball team will take a four-game winning streak into the district tournament this weekend in Delta, where the champion will advance to the state tournament.
The Cowboys will enter the District 2 tournament as
the No. 4 seed and will play Ignacio on Friday at 9 a.m.
“It’s nice to have some momentum going into the district tournament,” Cowboy head coach Jason Browning
said of his team’s last four games, which Meeker won.
The Cowboys defeated Cedaredge in the second game
of a double header 6-2, then beat Rangely twice, 7-5 and
11-1, before ending the regular season with a 15-13 win
against Roaring Fork.
Browning said senior Matt Frantz got the win against
Cedaredge and the first game against Rangely, freshman
Logan Hughes got the second win against the Panthers,
while Hughes, Hunter Garcia and Doak Mantle all pitched
against the Rams.
“However, it’s a team game, our defense has been outstanding and the bats are warming up,” Browning said.
“Everybody is contributing.”
The Cowboys finished the regular season with a 6-12
record.
“Overall, we have learned a lot, how to win close
games, how to come from behind and how to win with the
bats,” coach Browning said of the lessons and momentum
his team will take to the district tournament.
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RBC I Nicholaus J. Rodgers, 32,
of Medford, Ore., one of a group of
outfitters working out of Mack,
Colo., located just south of Rio
Blanco County, who was involved in
an extensive lion and bobcat poaching scheme in western Colorado and
eastern Utah, has received his sentence in U.S. District Court in
Denver.
Rodgers must serve 36 months of
probation, six months of home con-
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Rangely High School freshman Brennan Noyes just might have
a bright future in track and field events for the Rangely
Panthers. He is seen here as he clears 6 feet, 1 inch in the
high jump on Saturday, good enough to claim the victory, and
he also finished second in the triple jump.
SYDNEY HUGHES
Meeker High School Track
Meeker High School senior trackster Sydney Hughes set season bests in all four of her events on Saturday in Rangely,
including second in the 100-meter hurdles, second in the 300
hurdles, second in the triple jump and she finished fourth in the
long jump.
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POACHERS: Sentenced
assistant guide Marvin Ellis conspired to capture and cage lions and
bobcats. They would hold the captured cats in leg traps or would
wound them by shooting them in the
foot or stomach. Their goal was to
make the cats easier for their clients
to kill during excursions along the
rugged Book Cliff Mountains in
western Colorado and eastern Utah.
In one instance, the group collared a lion with a radio transmitter,
recaptured it a year later, kept it in
captivity for a week at Loncarich’s
residence in Mack, then maimed it
before releasing it near an out-ofstate client.
Wildlife officers stress that the
practice is not only illegal, it is highly unethical.
Investigators say that several of
the cats killed in Utah were taken
without licenses and then illegally
transported to Colorado, where the
group falsified documents to obtain
the required seals for the hides. The
outfitter’s clients then transported the
illegally taken cats back to their
home states in further violation of the
Lacey Act.
According to investigators,
Loncarich charged 18 clients
between $3,500 and $7,500 for each
lion hunt and between $700 and
$1,500 for each bobcat hunt, sharing
his earnings with his assistants. More
than 30 cats were killed in this manner, investigators said.
In December, Loncarich was sentenced to 27 months in prison, fol-
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lowed by three-years of probation for
conspiring to violate the Lacey Act.
Until his probation has been completed, he cannot hunt, pursue or trap any
wildlife and must undergo substance
abuse and mental health treatment
while on probation.
Caitlin Loncarich pleaded guilty
to her role in the scheme and was
sentenced for two misdemeanor
Lacey Act violations in September.
She received one year of probation, a
$1,000 fine as well as 60 hours of
community service. Also pleading
guilty, her sister, Andie Loncarich,
was sentenced on a misdemeanor
Lacey Act violation, receiving one
year of probation, a $500 fine and 36
hours of community service.
Ellis also pleaded guilty, and, in
June 2013, was sentenced to three
years of probation, six months of
home detention and was ordered to
pay a $3,100 fine.
Loncarich’s 2008 Ford truck and
Ellis’ 1995 Dodge truck were seized
during the investigation, having been
used in the commission of Lacey Act
violations. Both vehicles were subsequently forfeited to the government.
In addition, three of Loncarich’s
clients were issued Lacey Act violation notices, paying a total of $13,100
in fines.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife asks
the public to report possible wildlife
violations to their nearest CPW office
or Colorado State Patrol. To remain
anonymous, call Operation Game
Thief at 877-265-6648. Rewards may
be available if the report leads to a
citation.
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(Above) The warmer weather and lots of sunshine have made for
good boating and fishing on Lake Avery, about 21 miles east of
Meeker on County Road 8. This group of fishermen took advantage
of the ice-free waters and the newly repositioned dock to try their
luck fishing on the lake on April 14 while several individuals and family groups fished from the shore. (Below) Ready to host visitors now
that the weather has gotten warmer is the Lake Avery picnic area,
just off County Road 8, roughly 21 miles east of Meeker. The picnic
areas are clean and feature barbecue grills at each site, the restrooms are open and have been cleaned and the docks are in place
so boats can launch and folks can spend an entire day enjoying the
fun and sun.
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WEEK OF MAY 11-14, 2015
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May 11 - Chicken Enchiladas, Refried Beans, Fruit
Cup, Salsa, Milk
Tues.
May 12 - Ground Beef Stroganoff, Fresh Garden
Salad, Seasonal Fruit, Homemade Roll, Milk
Tues. May 12 - Ribs, Hot Roll, Fruit/Veggie Bar,
Wed.
May 13 - Choice Day, Turkey Croissant, Yogurt
Special, Broccoli-Cheese Rice, Fruit Cup, Milk
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Thurs.
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DINOSAUR I A new National
Park Service (NPS) report shows
that 250,624 visitors to Dinosaur
National Monument in 2014 spent
$14,298,400 in communities near the
monument. That spending supported
194 jobs in the local area and had a
cumulative benefit to the local economy of $16,059,100.
“Dinosaur National Monument
not only welcomes visitors from
Colorado and Utah, but people travel
to see the monument’s unique
resources from across the country
and around the world,” said
Superintendent Mark Foust.
While visitation numbers
showed a decrease in 2014, visitation
for the first three months of 2015 is
already showing an increase of 58
percent over last year.
“With the mild winter weather,
we saw a significant increase in visitation during what are normally quiet
winter months,” Park Ranger Sonya
Popelka said. “Traffic during spring
break was much higher than normal.
Plus, we have many activities sched-
uled for the celebration of our centennial anniversary, so we expect to
see more people coming out to join
in the various events throughout the
year.”
The peer-reviewed visitor spending analysis was conducted by U.S.
Geological Survey economists
Catherine Cullinane Thomas and
Christopher Huber and National
Park Service economist Lynne
Koontz. The report shows $15.7 billion of direct spending by 292.8 million park visitors in communities
within 60 miles of a national park.
This spending supported 277,000
jobs nationally; 235,600 of those
jobs are found in these gateway communities.The cumulative benefit to
the U.S. economy was $29.7 billion.
According to the 2014 report,
most park visitor spending was for
lodging (30.6 percent) followed by
food and beverages (20.3 percent),
gas and oil (11.9 percent), admissions and fees (10.2 percent) and
souvenirs and other expenses (9.9
percent). Download the report at
www.nature.nps.gov/socialscience/e
conomics.cfm.
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MHS student awards assembly Monday at 2 p.m.
MEEKER Meeker High School will hold its annual MHS Student Awards Assembly on Monday at
2 p.m. in the Meeker High School auditorium. Parents and the public are invited.
MACC’s next meeting Monday at Old West Heritage Culture Center
MEEKER I The Meeker Arts and Cultural Council (MACC) will meet on Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the Old
West Heritage Culture Center at 517 Park St.
MACC now shares offices with the center and is participating in the economic development projects
available through heritage and agri-tourism, which are among the top economic development engines in
Colorado. Other topics will be Meekerpalooza on June 6 and summer performing arts events.
Meeker Foot Clinic Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Pines
MEEKER I Pioneers Medical Center Home Health will be offering its monthly foot clinic on Tuesday at
10 a.m. at the Pines Apartments, 875 Waters St., in Meeker. A certified nurse assistant will trim toenails, provide skin care and check blood pressures. Persons found to have circulatory or foot problems will be
referred to a physician. Please call 878-9265 to schedule an appointment.
MHS and BMS bands and choir will perform together on May 18
MEEKER Jeff Hemingson, the director of Choral and Instrumental Music at Meeker High School
and Barone Middle School, announced Tuesday that the spring combined choir and band concert will
be held May 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Meeker High School auditorium.
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three through nine; statewide science
tests will continue to be given once at
each level—elementary, middle and
high school; one college-and-career
readiness test like ACT Aspire will be
given to 10th graders (such tests take a
lot less time than the PARCC tests);
the main ACT test will continue to be
given to juniors; districts will be
required to give 10th- and 11th-grade
tests, but students will not have to take
them.
Parents will have to be notified
about their rights to opt students out of
tests and districts are to be prohibited
from punishing or discriminating
against students who do opt out; and
the school readiness plan and the
READ (Reading to Ensure Academic
Development) Act literacy assessments can be combined. Availability
of paper tests will be required if
requested. Also, districts will be
required to provide detailed testing
calendars and existing law requiring
various postsecondary and workforce
readiness tests will be repealed.
The governor is expected to sign
the compromise bill.
tests: class finals. May 26-29, the
week after graduation, finals for all
underclassmen will be given. These
normal tests actually apply to students’ coursework grades and relate to
content delivered in the classroom
during the school year.
Two significant student assessment “fix” bills survived this year’s
legislative session. One generated by
the Republican-led Senate and the
other a product of the Democraticcontrolled House. While both bills
headed in the same general direction—reform of public school testing—there were significant differences.
As we went to press on the last
day of this year’s legislative session,
both chambers have agreed to one bipartisan compromise bill, according to
Todd Engdahl, capitol editor for
Chalkbeat, a Colorado education website at co.chalkbeat.org.
Key features of the compromise
are that PARCC testing in language
arts and math will continue in grades
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mon humanity that deserves dignity
and protection, and that, in places
around the world, is still being marginalized and destroyed.
That’s why instructors also host
presentations about recent and ongoing genocides of people groups. This
year, while Sanchez spoke about the
Holocaust, history instructor Ryan
Wilson talked about the genocide in
Rwanda, and Kruger discussed the
newest developments in the
Cambodian genocide by the Khmer
Rouge. One presentation drew close to
70 students, faculty and staff.
Kruger and Sanchez plan for the
Awareness Week to continue, noting
that new material about ongoing genocides will likely continue to inform
discussions.
Still, the words of Holocaust survivor Margit Meissner give cause for
hope, especially in reminding organizers and participants of the purpose
behind efforts like these.
“The important thing is that one
should not become indifferent to the
suffering of others, that one should not
stand by and just raise one’s hands and
say, ‘There is nothing I can do, I’m
just a little, one person,’” Meissner
said. “Because I think what every one
of us does matters.”
To learn more about CNCC’s
Holocaust Awareness Week or get
involved in future activities, contact
April
Sanchez
at
[email protected]. To find out
more about the U.S. Congress Days of
Remembrance,
go
to
www.ushmm.org/remember/days-ofremembrance.
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documentary showings and discussions. A Field of Flags in front of the
McLaughlin Building invites students
to reflect on the lives of 12 million
Jews, Soviets, Poles, Communists and
disabled people extinguished in a 12year period. Each flag on the field represents 5,000 lives.
The week gives students a way to
glimpse immeasurable loss, see hatred
at its most blind, and experience
redemption in individual courage.
It also introduces students to the
complexity of events leading up to the
Holocaust and the broad range of
crimes against humanity the term
encompasses.
“Every year, it amazes me how
much history our students are unfamiliar with,” said CNCC head volleyball coach April Sanchez, who initiated the Awareness Week four years ago
with sociology/psychology instructor
Jessica Kruger. “When someone says
‘Holocaust,’ they instantly think of
‘gas chambers and crematoria.’
However, they have little information
outside of that realm.”
Sanchez, who initially came to
CNCC as a history instructor and
coach after being graduated from
Colorado Mesa University (CMU),
had participated in Holocaust
Awareness events organized by CMU
professors Elisabeth Propes and Dr.
Vincent Patarino.
To Sanchez, contacting those professors to learn the logistics of starting
a similar awareness week at CNCC
seemed natural, especially after she
and Kruger realized they had both
studied genocide, had a passion for
global issues and wanted to educate
students about them.
Now, four years in, Sanchez and
Kruger are committed to helping students more fully understand what the
Holocaust means. That includes introducing them to its phases, the ideologies and discriminatory legislation
that led up to mass murder and the
diverse political, ethnic and social
groups targeted by the Nazis.
Holocaust Awareness Week training, Sanchez said, also includes the
concept of “responsibility” that the
ordinary people who stood passively
by and accepted the stories of those in
authority played a direct part in the
decimating of their own people.
“German citizens who followed
orders and ideology, silent bystanders
and the Nazi State had a role in the
Holocaust, not just Adolf Hitler,” she
said.
The Rev. Dr. Chris Leighton of the
Institute for Christian and Jewish
Studies agreed.
“(These are) people who follow
orders without question, bystanders
who watch and do nothing, ordinary
men and women simply going with
the flow,” Leighton said in the Days of
Remembrance “Why We Remember”
film. “It’s so mind-boggling that the
temptations to forget and to repress
and put it out of mind, are very real.”
CNCC’s week exposes students to
more than Holocaust education and
remembrance. It also speaks to a com-
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Meszaros said, as to whether this
will be a one-year-only change or if
it will become permanent.
The town is glad for the move
this year with the work going on at
the justice center between Fourth and
Fifth streets, Meszaros said, adding
that the town didn’t want to shut
down any more that Fifth Street
because of the gazebo project as part
of the county project.
“The town, the county and the
recreation district are going to have
to get together to decide what to do
with our outdoor events,” he said.
“The reality is that most of it will be
up to the county as they own the
courthouse, the new justice center
property and the gazebo, which will
be right in the middle of what is now
Fifth Street.
Range Call, which will run
Thursday, July 2 through the night of
Saturday, July 4, will utilize the Rio
Blanco County Fairgrounds, Ute
Park and Main Street in downtown
Meeker only for Saturday’s Fourth
of July parade.
Dawn Pozorski, one of the organizers of the Range Call activities,
said Monday that activities will
begin on Thursday with carnival
rides opening at 2 p.m. at Ute Park,
and a diesel tractor-truck pull at 6
p.m. at the fairgrounds.
Friday activities will begin at 8
a.m. with Colorado Professional
Rodeo Association (CPRA) slack
roping, followed at 10 p.m. with the
carnival at Ute Park, 2 p.m. with a
hypnotist, and at 3 p.m. with the
CPRA Rodeo. At dusk will be the
recreation of the Meeker Massacre
inside the rodeo arena at the fairgrounds.
On Saturday is the ERBM Rec
Center’s 5-kilometer run with registration from 6-7 a.m. The 5-kilometer run will begin downtown at 7:30
a.m. Also at 7:30 a.m. will be start of
the Lions Club breakfast, which will
run until 10 a.m. at the Meeker
Masonic Lodge.
The Range Call Parade will follow the breakfast at 10 a.m., running
down Main Street in Meeker.
Vendors and rides will again
open at 10 a.m. and run until 4:30
p.m. at Ute Park. A hypnotist will
also be entertaining again, this time
at noon at Ute Park and at 11 a.m.,
Faith Baptist Church in Meeker will
put on two barbecues, one at Ute
Park and one downtown, Pozorski
said, “so no one is missed, whether
they are at Ute Park or downtown to
watch the parade.”
At 1 p.m. will be the recreation
of the Meeker bank robbery and that
action will again take place at the
intersection of Sixth and Main
streets.
At 1 p.m., the calcutta will take
place at the county fairgrounds; and
dered champion team hoodies from
the Ag Expo sponsors.
The Junior Livestock Judging
Team from Rio Blanco County was
also the Champion Junior Team.
Kacy Lapp, Marryn Shults, Jilly
Bumgardner, Tatumn Kennedy,
Hayden Shults, Eva Scritchfield,
Abbi Schwartz and Will Schwartz
marked cards in the Junior Division
at the Expo.
Bumgardner was the champion
swine judge, won a garment bag, was
fourth in sheep, fifth in reasons and
third overall.
Marryn Shults was the reasons
champ and won a pair of boots and
boot bag from Boot Barn, and she
was second in sheep, seventh in beef
and fourth overall.
Macy Collins, who was Reserve
Champ overall, won several iTunes
cards, and was third in swine, eighth
in sheep, ninth in beef and second in
reasons.
Tatumn Kennedy was ninth in
sheep.
The junior winning team was
also awarded champion team hoodies sponsored by the Ag Expo
Committee.
Eva Scritchfield, Abbi and Will
Schwartz and Hayden Shults all
marked cards in their first contest as
bona fide 4-H members and all of
these rookies endured 10 classes and
three sets of reasons.
The team had a wonderful run at
the Four Corners Expo and also took
in the Mesa Verde National Park tour
on Saturday before heading home for
spring break.
County 4-H Livestock Judging Team off to a good start
RBC I Members of the Rio
Blanco County 4-H Livestock
Judging Team have four contests
under their belts midway through
this season, and team members fared
very well at the Four Corners Ag
Expo in Cortez, Colo.
The senior judges include Madi
Shults, Ty Dunham, Macy Collins
and Samantha Lapp. They finished
as the champion team at the Expo
livestock judging.
Madi Shults was the High
Individual Overall, having tied for
first in reasons. She won an iPad
Mini, $100 in iTunes cards and took
the champion senior trophy buckle.
Macy Collins, was champion
beef judge and won a garment bag
and iTunes card and took third in
sheep, third in placings, fourth in
reasons.
Ty Dunham placed sixth in
swine, ninth in beef, eighth in placings, ninth in reasons and seventh
overall.
Lapp was eighth in reasons.
The team was awarded embroi-
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SENIOR CITIZEN’S WATER RATE REDUCTION PROGRAM
If you live in a household with one family member
who is 64 years or older, as shown by a birth certificate,
school records, and military discharge documents
or other supporting documentation acceptable to
the Town of Meeker, you may qualify for a
reduced water rate during the months of May through
September. Eligible households receive the first 8,000
gallons of water free each month (a savings of $24.00
per month). Usage over 8,000 gallons per month
will be billed at the rate of $1.55 cents per 1,000
gallons.
To qualify for the program, the total gross family
income for all residents of the household must be
less than one thousand, six hundred forty five dollars
and ninety three cents per month ($1,645.93) or
nineteen thousand, seven hundred fifty one dollars
and twenty three cents ($19,751.23) per year as
evidenced by the federal income tax return/s for
all household members for the year 2014. If you
are not required to file an income tax return, please
provide copies of all non taxable income received
by the household for the year 2014.
If you have been previously enrolled in this program,
the Town has your proof ofage on file and will only
require that you provide the income tax return or
written proof of non-taxable income. In order to quality
for the program for the month of May, please provide
the town with the required information no later than
May 20, 2015. If you miss the May deadline you
may qualify for a reduction in June if the required
the annual barn dance in the old
exhibition hall at the fairgrounds.
That will run until midnight.
“We were told not to go downtown,” Pozorski said of the Range
Call. “The town said they didn’t
want all these people running around
with the new county Justice Center
construction project under way.
“We’ll have to wait and see what
happens next year” she said. “I
would hope we can be downtown
where we can use the new gazebo
and lawn on the courthouse and justice center blocks.”
“But certainly our best bet for
size this year was Ute Park,”
Pozorski said.
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2 p.m. is the start of the kids events
at the fairgrounds, all sponsored by
the Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan
Recreation and Parks District. Those
events will run the same time as the
Ranch Rodeo at the fairgrounds.
At 5 p.m., the gates will open for
the Sawyer Brown Band concert; at
5:30 will be another performance by
the hypnotist; and at 7 p.m., the concert kicks off with the Country and
Western Chancey Williams Band,
followed by Sawyer Brown.
Fireworks will again take place
at dusk, and the Meeker Fire District
will conduct the fireworks, to be shot
off from Highlands Cemetery, towering above Meeker’s City Park.
After the fireworks, there will be
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information is filed with the Town no later than June
20, 2015.
If you have questions or need more information,
the Town welcomes your call at 878-5344. Please
ask for Kathy or Julie. Thank you.
Published: April 23 & May 7, 2015
The Rio Blanco Herald Times
Scott W. Meszaros
Town Administrator
Town of Meeker
345 Market Street
Meeker, CO 81641
Publish May 7, 2015 and May 14, 2015
Rio Blanco Herald Times
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT
Notice is hereby given that on or about 7:10 P.M.,
May 19, 2015, during the regular Board of
Trustees meeting at the Meeker Town Hall, 345 Market
Street, Meeker, Colorado, final settlement will be
made to Hazelden Construction, Inc. and all project
subcontractors, including project partners for the
Eastern Meeker Utility Infrastructure Project (DOLA
Grant EIAF #7234). Any person, co-partnership,
company, association of persons, or corporation who
has an unpaid claim with the Company listed above,
as a project subcontractor or project partner, or for
labor and materials, or reimbursement for related
expenses, may file a verified statement, at any time,
up to final settlement, of the amount due with the
Town, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as
amended.
Failure on the part of any Claimant to file such verified
statement with the Town Board, prior to the final
settlement on said contract, will relieve the Town
of Meeker from any liability for such Claimant's claim.
More information is available at (970)878-4960 or
at Town Hall, 345 Market Street, Meeker, CO 81641.
PUBLIC NOTICE
RIO BLANCO BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HEARING
Notice is hereby given that on Monday June 8, 2015,
the Rio Blanco Board of County Commissioners will
hold a public hearing beginning at 1:15 p.m. at the
Rio Blanco County Administration Building, 200 Main
Street, Meeker, Colorado to consider the following:
Levy Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 15-01. The
applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit
to allow one additional residence on the property,
for a total of two at 550 County Road 54, Meeker,
in Section 27, T1S, R92W.
Copies of the documents may be obtained from the
Community Development Department at 200 Main
Street in Meeker, Colorado, or you may call (970)
878-9584 for more information between the hours
of 8:00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m.
Published: May 7, 2015
LEG AL NOTIC ES
Rio Blanco County is seeking a Vendor for the Town
of Meeker PA System in Meeker, Colorado. The intent
of this Invitation for Bid is to have a Vendor submit
a written response to specifically address the services
required, fee, and provide a well-considered plan
of execution for those services. For further
information containing General Terms and
Conditions of the Inviation for Bid, Scope of Work,
Schedule, Minimum Qualifications, and Bid Form
is located on the County website at
http://www.rbc.us. All bids must be received by mail
no later than Friday May 15, 2015 to the Rio Blanco
Board of County Commissioners, County
Administration Building, 200 Main Street, P.O. Box
I, Meeker, Colorado 81641 or hand delivered to Eric
Jaquez no later than 11:00 A.M., Mountain
Standard Time, on May 18, 2015 to the County
Administration Building, 200 Main Street Meeker
CO, 81641. The bid must be sealed in an
envelope and must be clearly identified on the outside
of the bid document, Sealed Bid for RBC Town of
Meeker PA System. For further information contact
Rio Blanco County Project Coordinator Eric
Jaquez, 970-878-9583.
Publish: May 7, 2015
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL:
RENOVATION PROJECT
The Meeker School District is seeking sealed bids
for the Barone Middle School Main Office relocation
ATTENTION:
Parents of
graduating
seniors at MHS & RHS:
Again, this year, the Rio Blanco Herald Times is publishing greetings from
senior parents, relatives and friends for a job well done.
Anyone can congratulate the senior(s) of his/her choice. Please make
other family members and friends aware of this, so they won't feel left out.
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P.O. Box 720 • Meeker, CO 81641 • Phone 970.878.4017 • Fax 870.878.4016
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and remodel. Timeline for this project is starting
no earlier than June 1, 2015 and completion no later
than August 5, 2015. Prospective bidders may pick
up bid specifications and drawings, or have them
emailed begin ning May 12, 2015. Please contact:
Meeker School District Educational Center
555 Garfield Street
Meeker, CO 81641
970-878-9040
[email protected]
or [email protected]
Mandatory walk-through at 6:30 pm. on Tuesday,
May 19, 2015.
Bid opening Thursday, May 21, 2015at 2:00 p.m.
Published May 7, 2015 and May 14, 2015
2015 RIO BLANCO COUNTY
EAST DOUGLAS PIT CRUSHING
REQUEST FOR BID
PROJECT NAME, LOCATION AND GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK
2015 EAST DOUGLASPIT CRUSHING PROJECT. THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF RIO BLANCO COUNTY is soliciting bids for crushing approximately
40,000 cubic yards of Class 5 Aggregate
Base Course. East Douglas Pit is located
approximately 3.2 miles southeast of
State Highway 139 on RBC Road 27.
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
Contract Documents shall be available on-line at
www.govbids.com/scripts/co1/public/home1.asp,
or on the County website at www.rbc.uson the Public
Announcements page, the Rio Blanco County Road
and Bridge Dept., 570 Second St., Meeker, CO 81641
on April 30, 2015.
VENDOR QUALIFICATIONS
Interested vendors shall be listed on the most current
CDOT Pre-qualified Contractor Listing.
WORK SCHEDULE
It is intended that the project shall start approx. June
23 and be completed by October 16, 2015.
MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING
Interested vendors shall attend a mandatory prebid meeting on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 10:00
A.M. at the Rio Blanco County Road & Bridge Dept.
at 570 Second Street in Meeker. Vendors shall visit
the pit and become familiar with all site conditions.
PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
Clint Chappell, R & B Coordinator,(970)
878-9590, Fax (970) 878-3396. Any questions regarding this bid are to be directed
in writing to Clint Chappell before Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 4:00 P.M. at the
above fax number.
BID SUBMITTALS
Bids shall have Vendor name and address and 2015 EAST DOUGLAS PIT
CRUSHING written on the sealed envelope.
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All required documents shall be included
with the bid or it shall be rejected.
Each bid must include a certified check
or cashier check in the amount of not
less than five percent (5%) of the total
bid, made payable to Rio Blanco County,
or by a bid bond in like amount executed
by a surety company.
Mailed bids are due no later than 4:00
P.M. on Thursday, June 4, 2015. No bids
shall be received Friday, June 5 through
Sunday June 7, 2015.
Hand delivered
bids will be accepted from 8:00 A.M. to
10:45 A.M. on June 8, 2015. Do not depend on overnight delivery.
Mailing address:
RBC Commissioners,
P.O. Box i, 200 Main St., Meeker, CO 81641
Hand-delivery address: RBC Commissioners, 200 Main St. Meeker, CO 81641
BID OPENING
Bids shall be opened and read in public
at 11:15 A.M. on Monday, June 8, 2015 at
the Commissioners Meeting Room, 200
Main St., Meeker, CO 81641. Bids submitted after 10:45A.M. shall be returned unopened.
Bids submitted and opened shall not be withdrawn
for 30 days there-after.
BID PREFERENCE
C.R.S. 8-19-101, et.seq, shall be observed on all
construction contracts on public projects. The law
states that when a construction contract for a public
project is to be awarded to a bidder, a resident bidder
shall be allowed preference against a nonresident
bidder from another state equal to the preference
given or required by the state in which the nonresident
bidder is a resident.
BID AWARD
The Rio Blanco County Board of County
Commissioners reserve the right to reject any or
all bids; to waive any informalities in bids; and to
accept the bid that, in the opinion of the Board, is
in the best interest of the County of Rio Blanco, State
of Colorado.
RIO BLANCO COUNTY
By: Jeffrey D. Eskelson, Chairman
Dated: April 30, 2015
Publish: April 30 and May 7, 2015,
Board of County Commissioners
Monday, May 11, 2015
Meeker, Colorado
Tentative Board Agenda
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent agenda.
Any Commissioner or member of the audience may request an item be removed
from the Consent Agenda and considered
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separately on the regular agenda prior to
action being taken by the Board on the
Consent Agenda.
Public Comment:
Any member of the
public may address the Board on matters
which are within the jurisdiction of the
Board. If you are addressing the Board
regarding a matter listed on the Agenda,
you are requested to make your comments when the Board takes that matter.
Please limit your comments to three
minutes per member or five minutes per
group. The public comment time is not
for questions and answers.
It is your
time to express your views.
11:00 A.M. CALL TO ORDER:
Pledge of Allegiance
Changes to the May 11, 2015 Tentative Agenda
Approval of the May 11, 2015 Agenda
Consent Agenda for May 11, 2015
Approval of the Board Minutes of April 27, 2015
Department of Public Health Grant Contract 15-78473, Amendment for Task Orders #2 for the WIC program in the
amount of $740.00 for the current term
ending September 30, 2015
General Income Maintenance Policies
and Colorado Works Program Policies
and Procedures DOLA Community Service
Block Grant Agreement L15CSBG38 in the
amount of $7,302.00
Department of Public Health Grant Contract 16-78542, Amendment for Task Orders #2 for the year ending June 30, 2016
in the amount of $41,912.00
Agreement between Rio Blanco County
and Bureau of Land Management White
River Field Office allowing usage of three
Trimble Juno 3B handheld GPS units
owned by RBC
BUSINESS AGENDA:
RESOLUTIONS:
Approve resolution regarding Federal Mineral
Lease funds.
A resolution of the Board of County Commissioners of Rio Blanco County, Colorado, canceling tax lien sale certificate of
purchase number 2014-00009, regarding
account number R1205335 and refunding
the amount paid for said tax lien sale
certificate plus interest as provided by law.
A resolution of the Board of County Commissioners of Rio Blanco County, Colorado, canceling tax lien sale certificate of
purchase number 2014-000010, regarding
account number R1205340 and refunding
the amount paid for said tax lien sale
certificate plus interest as provided by
law.
A resolution of the Board of County Com-
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missioners of Rio Blanco County, Colorado, regarding scientific integrity in greater Sage-Grouse protection.
A resolution of the Board of County Commissioners of Rio Blanco County, Colorado imposing a temporary suspension of
Impact Fees.
A resolution of the Board of County Commissioners of Rio Blanco County, Colorado pursuant to Ordinance No. 2006-3 concerning bans on open fires in the unincorporated areas of Rio Blanco County.
BID OPENING:
MOU‚ CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS:
Intergovernmental Agreement with the
Colorado Water Conservation Board regarding the LIDAR project in an amount
not to exceed $70,000.00.
Contract with Xybix Systems, Inc. for the
Justice Center Dispatch Furnishings and
Installation of Dispatch Consoles in an
amount not to exceed $47,953.00.
Contract with the US Department of the
Interior, US Geological Survey, for the
joint funding of the operation and maintenance of stream flow gaging stations
and the water quality monitoring program
in an amount not to exceed $10,634.00
for the period January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015.
Contract with the US Department of the
Interior, US Geological Survey, for the
joint funding of the operation and maintenance of stream flow gaging stations
and water quality sampling sites on Piceance Creek, Corral Gulch, and Yellow
Creek, in an amount not to exceed
$82,271.00 for the period January 1, 2015
to December 31, 2015.
Contract with Colorado Fiber Community
to perform network operator services for
the Rio Blanco County Broadband Project.
Memorandum of Understanding with Colorado Department of Human Services regarding implementation of the Colorado
Works Program and the Colorado Child
Care Assistance Program for the period
July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2017.
OTHER BUSINESS:
ADJOURN
The agenda is provided for informational
purposes only; all times are approximate.
Agenda items will normally be considered in the order they appear on the agenda. However, the Board may alter the
Agenda, take breaks during the meeting,
work through the noon hour and even continue an item for a future meeting date.
The Board, while in session, may consider other items that are brought before it.
Scheduled items may be continued if the
Date of Notice: May 1, 2015
NOTICE OF REVISION IN THE COLORADO P.U.C. NO. – 7 GAS TARIFF
OF ATMOS ENERGY CORPORATION
1555 BLAKE STREET, SUITE 400, DENVER, COLORADO 80202
You are hereby notified that Atmos Energy Corporation (the “Company”) has filed with the Colorado Public Utilities Commission
(“Commission”) an Advice Letter with revised tariff sheets proposing to increase base rates for all of the Company’s natural gas sales and transportation services. The annual revenue increase reflects the increase to base rates, the proposed recovery of Rate Case expenses and the System
Safety and Integrity Rider.
The rate increases are proposed to become effective June 1, 2015. The Company is seeking a net increase in annual gas base rate revenues
of $5,152,394 (or 4.51 percent) and a return on equity (“ROE”) of 10.5 percent.
TOTAL PROPOSED MONTHLY BILL IMPACTS ON CUSTOMERS
6/1/2015
Residential:
Current Average
Monthly Bill
Proposed Average
Monthly Bill
Percentage Change
Change
Northeast
$61.43
$64.53
$3.10
5.0%
Northwest Central
$70.32
$73.75
$3.43
4.9%
Southeast
$56.12
$59.14
$3.02
5.4%
Southwest
$49.99
$53.03
$3.04
6.1%
Northeast
$292.57
$301.61
$9.04
3.1%
Northwest Central
$333.23
$343.31
$10.08
3.0%
Southeast
$186.93
$194.13
$7.20
3.8%
Southwest
$212.21
$220.68
$8.47
4.0%
Northeast
$774.97
$794.51
$19.54
2.5%
Southeast
$909.05
$932.13
$23.08
2.5%
$808.48
$276.38
$1873.12
$924.57
$316.07
$2142.07
$116.09
$39.69
$268.95
14.4%
14.4%
14.4%
Small Commercial
& Commercial:
Irrigation:
Transportation:
Northeast
Southeast
Southwest
The rates, rules and regulations ultimately authorized may or may not be the same as those proposed and may include rates higher or lower than
those proposed or currently in effect.
Copies of the proposed and present tariffs summarized above and as filed with the Commission, are available for examination at the Company’s
business office located at 1555 Blake Street, Suite 400, Denver, Colorado, 80202 and at the Commission at 1560 Broadway, Suite 250, Denver,
Colorado 80202. Customers who have questions may call the Company at 1-888-286-6700, or email the question to [email protected].
Anyone who desires may file written comments or objections to this filing with the Commission. The filing of a written objection by itself will
not allow you to participate as a party in any proceeding on the proposed action. The Commission’s mailing address is 1560 Broadway, Suite 250,
Denver, Colorado, 80202 and their e-mail address is [email protected]. The Commission will consider all written comments and
objections submitted prior to the evidentiary hearing on the filings. If you wish to participate as a party in this matter, you must file written intervention documents in accord with Rule 1401 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure and of any applicable Commission order.
The Commission may hold a public hearing in addition to an evidentiary hearing on the proposed revisions and if such a hearing is held members of the public may attend and make statements even if they did not file comments, objections, or an intervention. If the filing is uncontested or
unopposed, the Commission may determine the matter without a hearing and without further notice.
Anyone desiring information regarding if and when a hearing may be held shall submit a written request to the Commission or contact the
External Affairs section of the Commission at its local number of (303) 894-2070 or toll free number (800) 456-0858.
CPAXLP
ATMOS ENERGY CORPORATION
Denver, Colorado 80202
By: Karen P. Wilkes,
Vice President Regulatory & Public Affairs
CAXCA
LEG AL NOTIC ES
Board is unable to complete the Agenda
as scheduled.
The next regular Board meeting is tentatively scheduled for May 18, 2015, in
Rangely at the County Annex Building.
Please check the County website for information at www.rbc.us
If you need
special accommodations please call 970878-9570 in advance of the meeting so
that reasonable accommodations may be made.
NOTICE OF BUDGET
Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget has
been submitted to the Rangely Junior College District
Board of Directors for the ensuing year of 20152016; a copy of such proposed budget is on file at
Linda Gordon/Budget Officer, 215 Hillcrest Avenue,
Rangely, CO where same is open for public inspection;
such proposed budget will be considered at the
regularly scheduled board meeting of the Rangely
Junior College District to be held on May 11, 2015,
12:00 noon CNCC, Johnson Banquet Room for final
adoption of budget. Any interested elector of such
Rangely Junior College District may inspect the
proposed budget and file or register any objections
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thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the
budget.
Publish: April 23, 2015, April 30, 2015 and May
7, 2015
PUBLIC NOTICE
RIO BLANCO BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HEARING
Notice is hereby given that on Monday June 8, 2015,
the Rio Blanco Board of County Commissioners will
hold a public hearing beginning at 1:15 p.m. at the
Rio Blanco County Administration Building, 200 Main
Street, Meeker, Colorado to consider the following:
Kilduff Minor Subdivision 15-01. The applicant is
requesting to subdivide their property into two lots
so that the two residences on the property will each
be on their own lot at 1354 County Road 36, Meeker,
in Section 35, T1N, R94W.
Copies of the documents may be obtained from the
Community Development Department at 200 Main
Street in Meeker, Colorado, or you may call (970)
878-9584 for more information between the hours
of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.
COMBINED NOTICE - MAILING
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 15-01
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On February 6, 2015, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and
Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Rio Blanco records.
Original Grantor(s):
Chad Shepherd and
Jeannette Shepherd
Original Beneficiary(ies):
Derek V. Cleverly and
Lani Kay Cleverly
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt:
Derek V. Cleverly and
Lani Kay Cleverly
Date of Deed of Trust:
April 30, 2012
County of Recording:
Rio Blanco
Recording Date of Deed of Trust:
May 01, 2012
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.):
303754
Original Principal Amount:
$144,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance:
$132,852.17
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the
deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when
due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by
the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Parcel No. 1:
A parcel of land lying in Lots 1 and 2 of Block 10 in the Town of Meeker, Colorado as
said Block 10 and the lots therein are shown by the official plat of said Town of Meeker, on file in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder of Rio Blanco County, Colorado, more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows:
Beginning at the Northeast Corner of said Lot 1 at the intersection of Main and Sixth
Streets; running thence in a Southeasterly direction along the boundary of said Lot 1
and Sixth Street a distance of 49.55 feet;
thence on an angle of 90º00' to the right 62.4 feet;
thence on an angle of 90º00' to the left 39.0 feet;
to the point of beginning.
Parcel No. 2:
An undivided 1/3rd interest in and to a parcel of land in Lot 2, in Block 10 in the Town
of Meeker, Colorado, more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows:
Beginning at a point on the common boundary of Lots 2 and 3 of said Block 10 a distance of 50.0 feet in a Southeasterly direction from the Northwest Corner of said Lot 2, and running
thence on an angle of 90º00' to the left .50 feet;
thence on an angle of 90º00' to the left 10.45 feet;
thence on an angle of 90º00' to the right 28.30 feet to the place of beginning.
Parcel No. 3:
An undivided 1/8th interest in and to a parcel of land in Lot 3 and E1/2 of Lot "A" in Block 10 of
the Town of Meeker, Colorado, more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows:
Beginning at a point on the common boundary of Lots 2 and 3 of said Block 10 a distance of
50.00 feet in a Southeasterly direction from the Northeast Corner of said Lot 3 and running
thence an angle of 90000' to the right 32.5 feet;
thence an angle of 90º00' to the left 25.0 feet;
thence an angle of 90º00' to the right 25.0 feet;
thence an angle of 90º00 to the left 75.0 feet;
thence an angle of 90º00' to the right 25.0 feet;
thence an angle of 90º00' to the left 75.10 feet to the place of beginning.
Also known by street and number as: 600 Main Street, Meeker, CO 81641.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed
Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/10/2015,
at Office of the Public Trustee, Rio Blanco County Courthouse, 555 Main Street, Meeker CO 81641, sell
to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s),
Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence
of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed
by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication
4/16/2015
Last Publication
5/14/2015
Name of Publication
NOTICE OF RIGHTS
YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED, OR HAVE CERTAINRIGHTS
OR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO COLORADO STATUTES AS A RESULTOF SAID
FORECLOSURE. YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO REDEEM SAID REAL PROPERTY ORYOU MAY
HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE DEED OF TRUST BEING FORECLOSED.A
COPY OF SAID STATUTES, AS SUCH STATUTES ARE PRESENTLY CONSTITUTED, WHICH MAYAFFECT
YOUR RIGHTS SHALL BE SENT WITH ALL MAILED COPIES OF THIS NOTICE. HOWEVER,YOUR
RIGHTS MAY BE DETERMINED BY PREVIOUS STATUTES.
A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-38-104 SHALL BE FILED WITHTHE
PUBLIC TRUSTEE AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO THE FIRST
SCHEDULEDSALE DATE OR ANY DATE TO WHICH THE SALE IS CONTINUED;A NOTICE OF INTENT
TO REDEEMFILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-38-302 SHALL BE FILED WITH THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE
NO LATERTHAN EIGHT (8) BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE SALE;
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT
TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;IF THE
BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR
A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING
IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY
GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE
FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS.
Colorado Attorney General
1300 Broadway, 10th Floor
Denver, Colorado 80203
(800) 222-4444
www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov
Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
P.O. Box 4503
Iowa City, Iowa 52244
(855) 411-2372
www.consumerfinance.gov
DATE: 02/06/2015
Karen Arnold, Public Trustee in and for the County of Rio Blanco, State of Colorado
By: Karen Arnold, Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing
the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Sherman Romney #22670
Romney Law Office 415 West Victory Way, 415 West Victory Way, Craig, CO 81625 (970) 824-0257
Attorney File #
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt.
Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
CLASSIFIEDS 13A
AN NO U NC EMEN TS
AA & Al-Anon Meetings - Rangely
Alcoholics Anonymous - Open meetings Tues & Thurs,
7 p.m., 115 Kennedy Dr., St. Timothy's Episcopal
Church, Rangely.Al-Anon meets Monday, 8:15 p.m.,
207 S. Sunset, 1st Baptist Church, Rangely. AlAnon info call 970-629-5064 or 970-629-2970.
THE VFW, American Legion, and VFW Ladies Auxiliary will meet the second Monday of each month at 5:30 PM at 290 4th
St. For further information call (970) 878-5326.
The Rio Blanco Herald Times accepts
all major credit cards. You can fax your
classified ad or subscription to
(970)878-4016 or email to:
[email protected]
RADINO & CHUCKWAGON
Please call before 9:00 a.m.day of meal
878-5627 or 675-8112
Senior Citizen Nutrition Program
Meals served at noon.
Reservations appreciated.
Suggested Donation Over 60 - $2.50. Under 60 Guest Fee $7.
(Did you know? Homebound trays can be ordered
for over 60, suggested donation $2.50 - 12:10 p.m.
pickup.)
**MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE**
FRIDAY, May 8: Oven fried chicken, Mahsed potatoes
w/ gravy, Beets, Pears & cottage cheese. Bring a
guest for free.
MONDAY, May 11: Sweet & sour chicken, steamed
brown rice, Chinese vegetables, Strawberry
applesauce, Fortune cookie.
TUESDAY, May 12: French dip w/au jus, Oven
browned potatoes, Mixed vegetables, Orange,
Chocolate pudding.
WEDNESDAY May 13: Corn beef & cabbage,
Potatoes & carrots, Banana, Corn-bread, Vanilla
pudding.
FRIDAY, May 15 : Hamburger stroganoff, Pasta,
Orange spiced carrots, Beets, Apricots, Biscuit.
Live music by Carol Rose
at The Mexican House Restaurant
Mother's Day
Noon-2:00 & 6:00-8:00
PISTOL RIVER LEATHER
It's the work, not the clock, that tells you
when it's quittin' time.
785 Park Ave 878-4346
www.pistolriverleather.com
SAFEHOUSE
If you are being abused physically or
mentally, you can call SAFEHOUSE for
confidential shelter and help.
878-3131
Alcoholics Anonymous
Mon. 7 p.m., Weds. 7 p.m., Fri. 7 p.m.
St. James Church - enter from back
parking lot, meetings are downstairs in
Richards Hall, 4th & Park, Meeker
878-4158 • 878-5919 • 878-5636
Alanon Thurs. 7 p.m. 878-5655
MEEKER STREAKER
MONTHLY SCHEDULE
MAY 2015
NOTE: Please call 878-9368 in advance to set up
all medical appointment rides. Activities are subject
to change. Bus available on dates noted below.
May 7, GRD JCT, Bus in town
May 8, Bus in town
May 9, No bus
May 10, AM bus (Mother's day)
May 11, Bus in town
May 12, Bus in town (Foot clinic)
May 13, Bus in town
May 14, RIFLE, Bus in town
May 15, Bus in town
May 16, No bus
Call Streaker for a ride 878-9368. Reservations for
Rec. Center Trips should be made at 878-3403.
Chuckwagon 878-5627.
WHITE RIVER Electric Assn has Tri-County Tree Service trimming trees that endanger the power lines. If you have any
questions please contact the WREA main
office at 970-878-5041
AN NO U NC EMEN TS
Veterans Service Offices
Rio Blanco County: Veterans Service Officer Joe Dungan, Wednesday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., County
Administration Building, 200 Main Street Suite 300,
Meeker. 878-9690 office, 878-3219 home. Fax 878
-9581.
Rangely: Veterans Service Officer - Hoot Gibson,
Tuesday and Thursday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., County
Annex, 17497 State Hwy 64, Rangely. 878-9695
office, 675-2669 home.
Rangely Victim Services
An open door for the protection and
care of abused and battered persons.
Non-emergency call 629-9691 . Emergencies call 911. Providing assistance
for victims of violent crimes.
AU C T I O N S
SPRING CONSIGNMENT AUCTION, Saturday, May
16th, 10 AM, 640 East Victory Way, Craig, CO (Indoor
Arena, Craig Fairgrounds) There will be guns, ammo,
saddles & tack, tools of all kinds, antiques of all kinds,
glassware, modern & antique furniture, office furniture,
a level longbed pickup bed full of harnesses, collars,
bridles, etc., 20 trees $5 each - Marshal Ash, Schubert
Choke Cherry, Shade Master Locust & Autumn
Purple Ash. Appliances, vehicles, equipment,
trailers, coins, camp items, 2 newer church pews,
Suzuki 1978 750 cc motor-cycle, 3" gas pump, 3
multi packers, pickup tool box & fuel tank w/pump.
This is a consignment auction, meaning any-thing
could show up unadvertized. For more info call Steve
Claypoole, CP Auction Service, 970-260-5577. See
web www.cpauction.com. "Call me about a sale for
you"
Consignment Auction
Saturday, May 16th, 10:00 A.M.
Fairgrounds, Meeker, CO
Tractors: JD 4320W Farmhand loader, MF165W loader
& blade, 1974 Ford 500069HP, 1974 MF165W loader,
12 ft. Meadow drag, 94 Liberty 3 horse slant, 95
Hale 4 Horse, 93 20 ft. flatbed, 99 pickup bed trailer,
4 good saddles, 1 McClellan saddle, 2 like-new pack
saddles, lots of tack, 3 shotguns, 3 rifles, lots of
hand tools, 300 gallon fuel tank w/stand, 500 gallon
fuel tank w/stand, 4 ft. disk 3 pt., 2 bottom plow,
Titan 8000 generator, Titan 515 air compressor, JD
#9 7ft. mower, 50 good 7 ft. cedar posts, antiques,
table/2 leaves/5 chairs, china cabinet, rocking chair,
dresser w/mirror and chest, roll top desk, sewing
machine, log bed full size, log daybed, ice box, log
coffee table, used tires, motor bikes-need repair,
2 riding mowers-Bolen, 3 round bale feeders, 5 hay
bale feeders, water tanks, 1994 auto car
w/dumpbed, 1998 Mack w/15ft. dumpbed. Too much
to list.
Bryce Purkey Auctioneer (970) 878-4331. Leave
message.
MOVING AUCTION, Saturday, May 9th, 10 AM, 55999
County Rd 318 West, Maybell, CO. 2 Ford
pickups, 1979 Scout, 1980 Mercedes Benz car, 24'
camper, hand & power tools, camp items, saddles
& tack, 120 lb anvil, 10 pistols, 2 Colts, 20 rifles,
several Winchesters, 10 shotguns, ammo, jewerly,
clothes, furs, rugs, dolls, glassware, primitives, pictures,
silver, crocks, jars, lamps, razors, tins, horns & heads,
nice antique furniture, modern furniture, nice
leather barstools, marbles, books, fancy work, nice
old quilts, plants, elk teeth, knives, felt & straw cowboy
hats, very nice set of big, heavy sleigh bells, yard
AU C T I O N S
art, fencing, army items, white picket fence,
snowshoes. Owner Dotie Petrini. For more info call
Steve Claypoole, CP Auction Service 970-260-5577.
Must see web www.cpauction.com "Call me about
a sale for you"
E LDER C ARE
IN HOME care services available day or
night. Will travel. Call (970) 620-0917.
FA R M & R A N C H
Huberwoods in Lapoint, UT
Corral Poles 8'-20', Fence Stays Posts 8' (pine &
cedar), Line and Corner Teepee poles and Small
Logs (will deliver 2.00/loaded mile). Call Brad: (435)
790-3038 or (435) 247-2481
BLACK
SIMMENTAL-ANGUS
yearling
bulls for sale. Semen tested and breeding soundness exam.
Ready to work.
970-326-7245 or 970-824-7245
F I R E WO O D
& S TOV E S
SPRING SALE, premium pinyon, $200 a
ton. More heat than 2 cords of pine. Mark Schumacher,
Rangely 970-620-0387 voicemail
G UN S
Colt AR-15, pre-ban, 8 mags, $1500 OBO.
(970) 618-8375.
LAW N
& GAR DEN
Emerald City Lawn Care
Weekly, Biweekly, As Needed Services.
Free Estimates. No Contracts. Let us take
care of your lawn! (970) 220-2040
MISC ELLA NEO U S
ASK ABOUT OUR CNC MACHINING
Can't get a metal part? We can make all
kinds of parts. We have CNC Machine equipment,
lathe and tooling to do the job. Contact Phil at Family
Automotive and Machine. (970)878-5606.
W ANTED
USED CARPET, must be free in Rangely. 970-6755151
PIONEERS
MEDICAL CENTER,
a community oriented medical center with high patient
standards, is hiring for the following positions:
PRN:
Certified Nursing Assistant - LTC
Patient Care Technician
RN - Acute/ED
RN - LTC
LPN - LTC
FULL-TIME [eligible for sign-on bonus
& benefits]:
RN - Acute/ED - Day Shift
RN - Acute/ED
FULL-TIME [eligible for benefits]:
Certified Nursing Assistant - LTC Nights
S u bm it R e s u m e a n d/ o r A p pl ic a t i o n t o :
Pioneers Medical Center, HR,
345 Cleveland St., Meeker, Colo., 81641
Visit our Web site at:
www.pioneershospital.org
Full-Time Customer
Service Representative
Rangely
We are looking for a professional individual with strong
customer service skills and
cash handling experience to
join our team.
Banking experience is a plus.
Excellent benefits.
Apply online at
www.glacierbancorp.com.
Bank of the San Juans is an
equal opportunity employer.
Pioneers Medical Center
Phone: (970) 878.5047 Fax: (970) 878.3285
345 Cleveland, Meeker, CO 81641
Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District
EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES
•Electrical Inspector
•Director of Public
Health
Disclaimer: Subject to change at any time!
For details and a Rio Blanco
County application, please go to
www.rbc.usl
or Rio Blanco County HR at
200 Main St., Meeker, CO
970-878-9570
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Maintenance Technician. ERBM Recreation & Park District is seeking one fulltime benefited Maintenance Technician.
Salary range $14.48-$19.20/hr. Duties include, but are not limited to: maintenance of parks, facilities, irrigation,
open space and landscaping; operation
and maintenance of power tools, equipment, light machinery and light duty vehicles. Experience with Microsoft Word
and Excel desired, but not required. Requirements include, but are not limited
to: applicant must be 18 years of age or
older, possess a high school diploma or
GED, possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver"s license. A completed ERBM
Recreation & Park District job application
is required for consideration and should
be returned to ERBM Recreation & Park
District, Attn: Human Resources, 101 Ute
Rd, Meeker, CO 81641. 970-878-3403. Applications are available at the Meeker
Recreation Center and on the website,
www.MeekerRecDistrict.com.
Complete
job description is available upon request
and online. Applications will be accepted
through Tuesday, May 19, 2014. ERBM
Recreation & Park District is an equal opportunity employer.
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do certification in Early Childhood Education. Applications can be found on our
website at www.rioblancoboces.com
Please send applications to:
Rio Blanco BOCES 402 W. Main Street
Rangely, CO. 81648
For more information please contact:
Teresa Schott
(970)675-2064 [email protected]
The Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District is accepting
applications for a full time Reservoir/Hydroelectric
Operator/Assistant Manager position. Applications
are available from the District's office at 2252 E.
Main Rangely, Colorado 81648 or by calling the District
office at 970-675-5055. Salary range for this position
isdependent upon education and experience.
Position will remain open until May
22, 2015. Successful applicant must pass a preemployment physical and drug screen. The District
is an equal opportunity employer
Rio Blanco BOCES is currently accepting
applications for a school nurse for the
2015-2016 school year in Meeker CO .
The candidate will ensure the health
needs of students during the school day,
direct the immunization program, oversee
delegated nursing tasks and serve as a
liaison between parents, teachers and administrations. The nurse will oversee
vision and hearing screening programs
and the medication administration policy
for the schools.
Applications can be found on our website
at www.rioblancoboces.com
Please send applications to:
Rio Blanco BOCES 402 W. Main Street
Rangely, CO. 81648
For more information please contact:
Teresa Schott
(970)675-2064 [email protected]
Rio Blanco BOCES is currently accepting
applications for an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for the 2015-2016
school year in Rangely CO . In addition to
providing special education services to
students ages 2.5-5, the position serves
as the full-time teacher for a morning and
an afternoon preschool class. The preschool program is an integrated setting
that serves children with special needs,
those that qualify for the Colorado Preschool Program, and those that pay tuition. Job duties include providing special
education services, weekly lesson planning and administration of the Colorado
Preschool Program. Salary dependent on
degree and experience. Prospective candidate must hold or be eligible for Colora-
Kitchen Positions
Looking for qualified individuals for
kitchen positions. Must be able to communicate, be dependable, and able to put
in a good day or night's work. Appy in
person and ask for Henry at Ma Famiglia.
THE DECK WILL BE OPENING SOON!
Summer help needed for front of house.
All positions and shifts available.
Pick up an application at MA FAMIGLIA'S.
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Casey Tech Services, LLC
• Computer Diagnostics & Repair
• Virus & Spyware Clean-up &
Removal
• Audio/Visual Cabling & Consulting
• Residential & Business
Networking Solutions
For ALL
your local computer
suppor t needs!
MARTY C ASEY
970.878.4650
suppor t@caseytechser vices.com
Complete Automotive Repairs
Computer Diagnostics
CNC Machining
Fabricating • Welding
FAMILY AUTOMOTIVE
262 6th & Market Streets
Meeker, CO 81641
970.878.5606
Phil Mass
Mike Mohr
Farm Bureau Insurance
James A. Amick
Agent
[email protected]
733 Main St.• PO Box 659• Meeker
Office: 970-878-3664 Fax: 970-878-3415 Cell: 970-942-8524
HIGH RISE
TREE CARE
WE OFFER SAFETY, PERFORMANCE & QUALITY
970-984-0202
Scott Daniels
LLC
A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS
THERAPEUTIC
& MEDICAL
MASSAGE
GINA M. SPENCER, RMT
592 Main Street, Suite 20
The Hugus Building
Meeker, Colorado 81641
A DA/E OE . S ub j ect to ch ang e at an y ti me!
F o r d e t a i l s a n d a n a p p l i c a t i o n , p l e a s e vi s i t
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555 Ga rfie ld Stree t , Mee ke r, CO
970-878-9040
(located behind
Samuelson Hardware)
970-878-0000
Auto Glass
Chip Repair
Auto Body
Spray-In Bedliners
Schindler
Plumbing
Residential | Commercial | Remodel | Service Calls
Boiler Systems/ Hot Water Heat
Specializing in Custom Homes
Randy Schindler
Master Plumber
Cell (970) 274-8050
Office (970) 878-5153
KEVIN AMACK, Agent
Rangely • Meeker
RANGELY
BRENTON SERVICE COMPANY
24 HOUR SERVICE
Commercial • Residential • Industrial
970-675-8120 • 970-439-5025
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• Myofascial Release • Oncology • Swedish
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Electrical • Refrigeration • Heating
Cooling • HVAC • Appliance Repair
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Employment Opportunities
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Job Summary
High quality, growth oriented CPA firm located in Northwestern Colorado seeks
bookkeeper/office manager for a full-time
position, who has strong knowledge and
experience with payroll preparation, general accounting knowledge, and a strong
desire to be part of the team.
Requirements:
• Good analytical skills
• Proficiency in Word and Excel
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Motivation to meet client deadlines
while providing excellent service and being a client advocate
• Possess a strong work ethic, ability to
work independently, good communication
skills and a willingness to learn.
At our firm we work hard and strive to
meet our clients expectations, but not at
the expense of our families. If you desire
to live and work in a smaller town in
beautiful Northwestern Colorado, where
families come first, please apply today.
Compensation is competitive and dependent on experience. Submit resume
and professional references electronically
to: [email protected] or fax 970-6752220 or hand deliver to our office @ 118
W Main St., Rangely, CO
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ELECTRICAL WORK
OF ALL KINDS
RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL
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Port-A-John • Septic • Rolloff Services
Locally Owned & Operated
Your Business is Our Business
Levi & Darcy Roach
970-878-6361
Call 675-5033 or 878-4017 to place your
ad in the Business Directory TODAY!
739 East Main Street, Rangely • 563 Market Street, Meeker
675-8368 • Alan Ducey • 878-4144
24-HOUR SERVICE
Stewart Welding
98 County Road 46
• Trailer Axles & Accessories •
24 - Hour Service on Welding & Machine Work
Reflex Spray On Bedliner Dealer
Certified Oilfield Welders
Ed Stewart: 675-2063
SHOP PHONE: 675-8720
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Marketing/Communications
Specialist.
The ERBM Recreation & Park District is
seeking one full-time exempt Marketing/
Communications Specialist. Hiring range
is $21.63-$30.77/hr. The Marketing and
Communications Specialist works in coordinated effort with the Executive Director and management to develop and implement District marketing and branding
strategies, public relations campaigns,
and related projects.
Daily responsibilities and tasks include; oversight of the
District website and social media, creation of promotional materials and printed
advertising, and assisting other staff with
activities that promote the District to the
community and visitors of Eastern Rio
Blanco County.
Applicants must have
knowledge and experience in the use of
graphic design computer programs Adobe
Photoshop,
In Design, and Illustrator;
must be 18 years of age and possess a
high school diploma or GED; one (1) or
more years experience in marketing/
graphic design related work, other related
experience may be considered. A completed ERBM Recreation & Park District
job application is required for consideration and should be returned to ERBM Recreation & Park District, Attn: Human Resources, 101 Ute Rd, Meeker, CO 81641.
Applicants are available at the Meeker
Recreation Center and on the website,
www.MeekerRecDistrict.com.
Complete
job description is available upon request
and online. Applications will be accepted
until position is filled. ERBM Recreation
& Park District is an equal opportunity
employer.
ALL TER RAIN
V EHICLES
ATV TRAILER - Aluminum frame w/drop
down side ramps hardly used, $1,000.
Located in Meeker. Call 970-629-8866.
M O TO R C A D E :
MISC ELLANEOUS
TRAILERS, HITCHES, flatbeds, toolboxes,
trailer service and truck accessories. We
are a "one stop shop" truck and trailer
outfitter. B&W gooseneck hitches $597
installed. Pine Country Trailer Sales,
Grand Junction. 1-800-287-6532.
889 Main St., Meeker, Colorado
(970) 878-5858 • (970) 675-2525
WWW.BROOKSREALTYMEEKER.COM
FA R M S / R A N C H E S
L A N D / L OT S
CLEAN–REMODELED 2BD apartments, inhouse laundry, storage units available,
close to shopping and the downtown area
& more. $575 per month. Western Exposures Realty LLC (970) 878-5877.
FSBO BLUE MTN OASIS, 2 BDR/1BA,
1,124 sq ft, outbuildings, 3 acres w/water. 970-620-0249
Residential Building Lots for Sale
4-5 acre residential lots in West Rangely
Subdivision. Gas, water, phone and electric hookups at property line of all lots.
Reasonably priced at $50,000-$60,000.
Private road owned by homeowners association with minimal yearly HOA fee of
$250 a year per lot. Mike or Tracy Hayes
(970)675-5323.
MEEKER
RANGELY
Meeker
Laurie J. Brooks
Owner/Broker
Rangely
Charlie Novak
Broker Associate
Commercial Property~Meeker
465,000
$
5336 SF Commercial building w/ many possibilities in Great location, Set up for Day Care
facility, 54 paved parking spaces, located on
2.6 acres PRICED to SELL!
N 1083 Laurie Cir. — Cute 3 BR, 1-3/4 BA, two-car garage, clean & open kitchen with newer appliances
& fresh paint. Small yard & borders new soccer field. Priced to move! $129,000
N Commercial Property in Meeker — 5336 SF commercial building on 2.6 acres with many possibilities in great location. Set up for daycare facility, 54 paved parking spaces. Priced to sell!
N 1112 Mark Circle — 3 BD, 1-3/4 BA home. 1215 SF on each level. $161,000 Sale Pending!
N 1376 Juniper — 4 BD, 2 BA, with unfinished 5th BD or hobby room. New kitchen w/ pantry, master BR
has huge walk-in closet. Fresh paint & new flooring on main level. Total of 2,460 SF w/ 3-car-garage! Fully
fenced backyard, paved driveway, 2 lots=22,000 SF. Large deck for BBQs. $246,000 Sale Pending!
N 1886 RB County Rd. 8 — New windows throughout, 3 BD, 2 1/2 BA Home, 6.8 acres with 2,000 SF.
White River frontage, large deck and spectacular views! $350,000 One of a kind property!
N 6255 County Rd. 7 — 4 BD, 3 BA home on 10 acres with detached 3-car oversized garage. Has water
well. Needs TLC. Priced to sell. $220,000
N LOT 6 Ridges Estate, Meeker — Nice 3.26 acre lot, with an even better price tag! $53,500
N 201 Coal Rd. — 2200 sq. ft. home. 4 BR, 2 BA on 2 acres. Open floor plan includes 2 Living rooms. Large
open Kitchen with lots of cabinet space. New FA gas furnace & garbage disposal. Pellet stove in one of the
Living rooms. 24x24ft. detached garage and 24x36ft. Metal shop building. Excellent access to BLM.
$265,000
N 216 Ridge Rd. — This is a nice 2856 SF two level house built in 1977. It's a well maintained house
with new flooring upstairs and tile down stairs, custom kitchen cabinets, screened-in back porch with
spectacular view, central air, FA gas furnace and woodstove, attached garage. $219,900
N 300 4th St. East (Dinosaur) — Back on the market! 3 BD 2 BA on 3 lots, 1744 SF built in 1981. $90,000
N 315 &317 N. Grand Ave. — Duplex: Attractively renovated. Each unit has 1,200 SF. 2 BD, 2 BA, W/D
hook-up, carport for each side. Priced to Sell! $139,500 Excellent income property.
Karen Reed
Broker/Owner
Susana Field
The
Rangely
Area
Experts!
Broker Associate
117 W. Main St. • Rangely, CO 81648 • 970-675-2299
3865 Hwy. 40, Dinosaur
$375,000
1535 La Mesa Ave.
$243,500
1421 L a Mesa
$235,000
927 W. Bell
$230,000
173 Pinyon Cir.
$224,900
1495 L a Mesa
$219,000
340 Darius Ave.
$215,000
226 S. Grand Ave.
$177,000
207 Hillcrest Cir.
$170,000
601 E. Rangely
$125,000
622 E. Rio Blanco
$124,000
909 E. Main St.
$99,500
212 Cottonwood
$89,500
317 W. Rangely
$86,000
136 S. Jones
$67,000
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Available Rentals!
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ATTENTION REALTORS:
Call 878-4017 today
to place your ad
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HALANDRAS BUILDING, 300 sq. ft. interior office, includes utilities. Off street
parking, easy access. (970)629-9714.
Clean 2BD/2BA Apartments. Furnished/
Unfurnished-in unit WD, utilities included. Year lease $800, $1,500 damage deposit. Shorter term options available.
Western Exposures Realty (970) 8785877.
Find
your new
home
here!
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AVAILABLE NOW: retail space in the center of Meeker at 6th and Main in the historic Hugus Building. Includes over 5000
square feet and loading dock in the alley.
This former general store has Main Street
display, windows, an antique ceiling,
freight elevator, built-in cupboards and
1910 era show cases. Call 970-878-4138
for details.
NEWLY REMODELED manufactured home,
$550 per month, water, sewer, and trash
paid. Please call (970)220-2150.
Commercial office space available in Hugus Building, downtown Meeker. 878-4138.
2 BDR, 2 BA in a quiet, beautiful out-oftown setting. Pets negotiable. (970)878-4320.
AVAILABLE JUNE 1ST: 2 BDR, 1.5 BA,
townhome, Newly remodeled. Back privacy, fenced yard, NP. Deposit & references required. (970)620-0917
TOWNHOUSE FOR Rent- 2BR/ 1 1/2 BA.
484 12th Street. $400 month. Damage deposit plus first and last month. Call 220-2043.
SPLIT LEVEL HOME on 20 acres of fenced
pasture. 4 BDR, 3 BA, 2-car garage, family, laundry, living, dining rooms, wood
stove. $1300 per month + electrcity. (970)963-0461.
CLEAN, QUIET 2 BDR, 1 BA apartment, $425/ month
+ deposit. Call (970) 878-3736 or (970) 260-8844
STORAGE DEPOT 10x25 unit. 878-4808.
R E N T A L S : R A N G E LY
LARGE 2 BDR/1BA apt for rent, quiet and
private, good location. No pets. (970)778-5040.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY with great location. Main Street. Call for particulars.
Available now. (970)778-5040.
NICE 2 BDR/2BA duplex with attached
covered parking, no pets. Available now.
(970) 778-5040.
SILVER SAGE RV PARK
(970)675-2259
RV Spaces for rent.
Managers: Dana & Debbie Hanvey
(970)675-2259
(970)216-0138
RANGELY DUPLEX for Rent $650.00 plus deposit
. 2 bedroom, Available immediately, newly remodeled
inside and out. Contact Dan (970)462-6858 or Rodney
(970)462-6538.
1033 W Market St.
Meeker, Colo..
81641
970-878-5877
70548 HWY 64.
Gorgeous Horse
Ranch with Indoor
and Outdoor Arena,
Custom 3 Bd. Home,
Morton 4 bay garage
with heated room,
Morton Heated Shop
with kitchen, Log
Barn, numerous
Pastures & Sheds
on 42 acres.
$730,000
STRAWBERRY CREEK
RANCH
2,387 acre ranch with about
420 acres of hay meadows,
including a center pivot &
gated pipe, brick home, hired
hand home, bunk house,
numerous garages and new
pipe corrals, plus a BLM
Permit, beautiful setting, trees
& rock outcroppings, outstanding water rights, & good big
game hunting.
(970) 878-5165
www.meekerrealty.com
Cindy Welle, Broker ~ Owner
Wendy Garrett, Broker Assoc.
643 Main Street N P.O. Box 1384
Meeker, CO 81641
New Listing: 1140 Cleveland – Duplex, Income Property – check this one out today . . . $99,900
1062 Main Street- 2 bdrm, 1 bath, full basement, 15,000 SF site, Make Offer. . . . . . . . . .$106,000
1036 Park Ave- cute 1+bdrm,1bath, garage, great starter home. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$119,900
1192 Hill Street – 3bd, 2 bath, open floor plan, finished basement, trees. . . . . . . . . . . . . .$138,900
757 Cleveland – Beautiful 3 bdrm, 2 bath home on quiet dead end street . . . . . . . . . . . . $188,900
73229 Hwy 64 – 38.4 acres, 2128 SF home with 3 bdrm, 2 bath, garage, Quonset . . . PENDING
811 County Rd. 43 – Beautiful log home on 40 acres, barn , close to town yet private . . . . . . . .$485,000
1130 Market St. • PO Box 2107
Meeker, CO 81641
970-878-4715 • Fax 878-4780
E-Mail:
[email protected]
www.backcountryrealty.com
Member of Craig Board of Realtors Aspen, Glenwood Springs, Rifle and Craig MLS. Visit www.Realtor.com
HOMES IN MEEKER …
*NEW 825 5th St- 5 lots overlooking town. Captivating 3 BR, 3 BA home, garage, awesome views! $275,000.
*NEW 1111 Wall St- 3 BR, 2 BA one level home. Laminate floors, lg master suite, storage shed. $133,500.
*NEW 540 Garfield- Downtown, 4 BR, 2 BA remodeled tri-level home, garage, trees, fenced yard. $194,000.
*NEW 789 9th St- Lg lot, great location, 4 BR, 2 BA, basement, decks, garage. $198,000 SALE PENDING!
*NEW 1105 Mark Cr- 3BR, 3BA home, garage, fenced yard, RV parking, hardwood floors, deck. $169,000.
*NEW 460 7th St- 3+ lots, beautiful 2 story log home, 2 shops, garage, privacy fenced, landscaped. $625,000.
*265 Cedar- 5 BR, 3 BA on a fenced corner lot. Large shop/garage. Custom features. $289,900 REDUCED!
*1134 Park -Log home, 4 BR, 2 BA Newly remodeled. Fenced yard. $169,000.
*295 Park Ave.- Nice lot, small log home. 1 BR, 1 BA. Great condition. Garage. $139,900 REDUCED!
*835 Sulphur Creek Rd.- 3 BR, 2 BA home by fairgrounds. Fenced backyard, landscaped. $165,000
*1440 Mountain View Rd.-5BR, 4½ BA, one of a kind custom home, panoramic views, outdoor entertaining area,
lawn w/sprinkler system, home security system, A/C & more! $339,000 REDUCED! GREAT DEAL!
*112 Main St.-3 BR, 2 BA historic home with a 426 sq. ft. cottage. Updated, large corner lot. $219,000
*562 Larry Lane-Corner lot, 1 level, 3 BR 2BA, fenced yard, garage, deck. $145,000 REDUCED PRICE!
*643 12th St- 4 BR, 2 BA bi-level home. Garage, carport, fenced back yard. $115,000 REDUCED!
*1287 Cleveland - Lg lot. Big beautiful 4 BR, log home, large metal shop. $325,000. SOLD!
RANCHES — RURAL RESIDENTIAL — HUNTING PROPERTIES...
*NEW 487 Agency Dr.- 5 Acres, beautiful 2 story home, garage, big heated shop, well landscaped. $429,000.
*NEW 293 Agency Dr. - 5 acres, 1 mile S. of town, near golf course. Updated 4 BR, 2 BA home with basement,
garage, decks. Awesome views. Irrigated hay & pasture. Lg shop with horse stalls. $419,000
*CR 8 - 88 Acres just east of Meeker. Hunting, dry land pasture, development potential. $450,000
*8505 CR 8- 9 miles east. Nice 3 BR home, basement, garage, fenced yard, great views. $325,000
*970 Shaman Trail- 5 acres, beautiful newer 2 story home, top of the line. Big heated shop. $545,000 REDUCED!
*14970 CR 8- 14 acres on the River. Great fishing. Hay pasture, beautiful 2,500 sq ft home. $1,995,000.
*1758 CR 32- 3.3 acres, 4 BR, 3 BA modular home. Outbuildings, fenced yard. $194,900 SALE PENDING!
*29100 CR 8- 12 Acres with River & fishing. Nice 1,252 sq ft 3 BR, 2 BA cabin, borders BLM. $795,000.
*13247 CR 8- 5 Acres 14 miles E of Meeker. Home, big shop, outbuildings. Horse setup. $399,000 REDUCED!
*2610 CR 33- 3 Acres 7 mi W of town. 4 BR, 3 BA home, full basement, shed, pasture. $260,000. SALE PENDING!
*13245 CR 8- 5 acres 14 miles up-river, well, trees, 3 BR, 2 BA home, decks, garage, shop. $295,000 REDUCED!
*River Property- CR 12- 5+ acres 28 miles east, with 2 BR, 1 BA cabin, good well, fish pond. $275,000 REDUCED!
*39087 Hwy 13- 2 miles west of town, 2 acres, 1,600 sq ft home or commercial building. $42,000 SOLD!
*180 N. Little Rancho Dr.- 36 Acres, newer 3 BR, 2 BA manufactured home, water well. $198,500 SOLD!
BUSINESS & INVESTMENT …
*109 Market St.-3+ lots on the corner of 1st & Market. Great location next to the Dollar Store $275,000 REDUCED!
*Rio Blanco Store- Great potential, ¾ acre on Hwy 13, 3,000 sq ft store, café, living quarters. $130,000 REDUCED!
*304 4th St. Commercial building on corner lot downtown, great office space, 4,437 sq. ft. $220,000
RAW LAND AND HOMESITES ...
*NEW 5807 CR 7 - Vacant 20 acre parcel, 9 mi. North, on Strawberry Creek. Good home site & viewsl. $75,000
*2-35 Acre Lots in Bull Mountain Ranch between Carbondale and Paonia. Beautiful country, high mountain views.
Priced at $85,000 and $100,000.
*CR 8 - 88 Acres just east of Meeker. Hunting, dry land pasture, development potential. $450,000
*71 Acres on CR 15, 11 miles NE. Private homesites, water, good hunting, borders public land. $205,000.
*Ridge Estates- 2 to 9 acre lots. Community well, irrigation water to each site. Prices reduced, additional discount available. Prices starting from $75,600. 1 mile south of town, off of CR 13, near golf course.
*359 Love Lane-5 acres, Cross L Estates, Lot 13, great horse property, well. $100,000
*River Property-19.6 Acres 12 miles west. Irrigated hay, good home sites, river. $150,000.
*Little Beaver Estates- Lot 4, 35 acres, fenced, good pond, loafing shed, great home site. $72,500 REDUCED!
*Little Beaver Estates- 35 acre lot bordering DOW hunting land. Lot 11- $95,000,
*Little Beaver Estates 35 acre lot bordering Division of Wildlife public land, Lot 14. $93,000 REDUCED!
*Little Beaver Estates Lot 13 - 35 acre lot bordering Division of Wildlife public land. $89,000 REDUCED!
*100 acres 29 miles east of Meeker, surrounded by Nat Forest, covered with Aspens. $1,395,000.00.
*Several nice building lots on Mimi Circle and Michael Circle priced between $22,500 and $25,000.
*20 Acres, Strawberry Creek Minor Subdivision, Lot 3, $30,000 SOLD!
*Large Vacant Lot in Sage Hills Subdivision. 11,514 sq. ft. Good home site. $30,000 SOLD!
For a color brochure on these properties, and information on others, stop by our office at 1130 Market Street
Call Steve Wix - Cell 970-629-9990, Andrea Thiessen - Cell 970-390-2182,
or Rachel Gates - Cell 303-301-5366.
See property pictures and descriptions at: www.backcountryrealty.com
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
1455 Mountain View Rd. - Private 3BD/2BA log
home. Short sale: $380,000
NEW 763 2ND ST. - 4BD home in an extremely
sought after location, with a fireplace, large lot,
full basement and attached garage. $285,000
NEW 1104 JEANETTE CR. - Newly constructed
3BD/2BA, large dining and living rooms, lots of
windows with fantastic views of the mountains.
Oversized garage. You’ll love the smell and feel
of NEW! $259,000
NEW 1326 SAGE RIDGE RD. - Large family
home comprising of 4BD/3BA, office, full basement and excellent back yard with fabulous
mountain views. $239,000
855 5th St. - Wonderful view over town from this
5BD/2BA home. New roof, siding, windows and
flooring. $200,000
1045 Lance Cr. - Well kept, 5BD/2BA home with
large rooms, smart floor plan and amazing shop.
$198,500 UNDER CONTRACT
754 Hill St. - Cute, 3 BD/2BA home with lots of
character, huge master bedroom, plus full basement and room to expand, plus large car port.
$185,000
NEW 973 MAIN ST. - Peaceful retreat in the middle of town! All daily amenities on the main level,
with additional basement living space. Private
yard, garden and cottage. $184,000
681 Water St. - Freshly updated 4BD/2BA twostory home, fenced yard, great deck with hot tub!
$185,000
1060 Park St. - Great income producing duplex.
Can also be converted to single family residential. 4BD/2BA. $175,000
117 6th St. - Completely remodeled duplex, fully
furnished, sleeps 12 people, within walking distance of downtown. $159,000
1013 Hill St. - 2BD/2BA home with huge yard,
family room, and extra room in the basement.
Some remodeling, including floors. $128,900
760 11th St. - Good 3BD/2BA starter home with
large back yard, deck, storage shed, built in
1996. $110,000.
767 12th Street - Completely remodeled townhouse includes 2BD/2BA. Like new. $65,000
RURAL RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES
945 Rd. 14 - Sensational, beautiful 5BD/3BA log
cabin with pristine setting. Creek & Pond. The
ultimate privacy in the White River National
Forest. $475,000
1751 Brightwater Ln. - Located 20 minutes west
off Highway 64, this 39 acre property has income
producing hay ground, river frontage and a new
5000+ SQFT metal shop. Electric, cistern and
septic already installed. $369,000
1161 RBC Rd. 8 - This 3BD remodeled home
sets across from the White River, includes 5
acres with trees. Large deck & great location, just
a few minutes from town. $330,000
NEW 402 SANDSTONE DR. - 10 country acres
with a custom stick-built 3BD/2BA home with roping & riding arena, tack shed, carport, pasture,
pond & views. Located about 4 miles from
Meeker. $319,000
320 Bugle Dr. - CONSIDERING THE COUNTRY? 99 acres with comfortable home and outbuildings, tucked away in a private location with
great views and good pastures. $295,000
71855 Hwy. 64 - MILES OF VIEWS, 3BD/2BA
home on 35 acres about 4 miles from Meeker.
Stucco, covered porch, metal garage/barn.
$249,000. OPEN TO OFFERS!
264 Love Ln. – HORSE HAVEN – 5 stall horse
barn, multiple fenced pastures and metal shop on
4.39 acres. Humans will equally enjoy the stucco
3BD/2BA home and convenient location!
$275,000 UNDER CONTRACT
519 Rim Rock Dr. - Hilltop home on 5 acres with
4BD/2BA, fabulous views and an attached
garage. Good floor plan, large family room.
$239,000
2378 Rd. 40 - Log cabin on 3 acres with spring.
Located about 20 minutes drive east of Meeker.
$130,000
210 RBC Rd. 75 - Papoose Creek Cabin –
Forest service leased land, your rustic cabin to
enjoy! $65,000
Suzan Pelloni Managing Broker
[email protected]
$6,500,000
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY
1036 Shults Dr. - Newly constructed 32 unit
apartment complex located above Meeker
Recreation Center. A nice investment at
$2,990,000
410 Market St. - Turnkey business, great location, quality inventory, experienced team, only
thing missing is YOU! $950,000
317 East Market - GREAT PROPERTY, GREAT
LOCATION - 1.4 acres includes commercial
building, newly built shop $975,000. Also the
adjoining 3 acre parcel is available for $300,000
with highway access.
680 Water St. – Playa del Rio Apartments sits on
4 lots, feature 19 apartment units, 17 storage
units, off street parking and park area. Buy
before the market booms! $650,000
624 Market St. – Large remodeled restaurant
building with apartment space. Fantastic location!
$562,500
NEW TWO 5 ACRE PARCELS and one 8
acre parcel on the intersection of Hwy 64 &
Hwy 13. Commercially Zoned, Highway
Frontage. Price: Lot 1: $125,000, Lot 2:
$140,000 and Lot 3: $200,000. Located 2
miles west of Meeker, CO.
NEW PACKAGE DEAL & RV PARK - 12 plus
acres including 20 spaces with
water/electric/septic and White River
Frontage, plus the two 5 Acre Parcels and the
8 Acre Parcel, as described above. $550,000.
Contact Onea Miller for details.
★★★★★★★★★★★★
1107 Market St. – Commercial corner lot on
Highway 13. Perfectly cleared and ready for a
new business! Price reduced! $199,000
975 Market St. – Restaurant building on two lots
with off street parking along Highway 13.
$220,000
RANCHES
1560 RBC RD. 15 - 390 acre ranch with cozy
3BD log home, lush pastures private setting,
close to town, well, pond & spring. $595,000
VACANT LAND
41 Vacant Lots - Sanderson Hills Subdivision.
Located on the northwest side of the subdivision.
$250,000 for all OWNER FINANCING
99 Acres off of County Road 60 - Secluded
acreage with power, nice building areas, borders
BLM. $139,000
15,000 SQFT Lot at 6th & Water St. - Mixed
zoning, cleared, READY FOR YOUR NEW
BUILDING! $120,000
4.5 Lots on 8th St. - Quiet location! $100,000
182 Main St. - Commercial lot behind Family
Dollar store. Busy location, cleared, ready to
build! $85,000
688 Meath Dr. - 35 acre lot in Little Beaver
Estates, cleared building pad. Will consider all
offers! $85,000
459 Cross L Dr. - 3 acres in Cross L Estates,
good building location on corner lot. $80,000
4 Lots in Cross L Estates - OWNER FINANCING $70,000 - $75,000. $250,000 for all
6.79 Acres in Cross L Estates - Irrigated meadow, domestic water, electricity and views.
REDUCED $65,000
2.25 Acres off Hwy. 13, north of Meeker - Nice
building location, close to town! $45,000
2 Lots on Silver Sage Rd. - Sage Hills. $45,000
for both.
2 Lots in Sage Hills - Gentle grade, for fantastic
views. Time to build! $35,000 each
1095 Pinyon St. - 3 sprawling lots at the top of
11th Street. Great views and amazing PRICE!
$29,000
41 Developed Lots in Sanderson Hills Re-subdivision - Streets, Curbs, Electricity and Gas
installed. $29,000 each or $25,000 each in
packages of 5 lots.
Call today for
a showing!
Onea J. Miller Broker
• www.westernexposures.com •
[email protected]

May 7, 2015 - Herald Times

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