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Ask Our Doctors of Audiology is featuredweekly in the Broomfield Enterprise.

Great question!Weoften are asked about our credentials and experience.To becomeanAudiologist today, in 2013,a personmust earn the degree of Doctor of Audiology (4 years of undergraduate and 4 years of graduate study inAudiology).Thescopeofpractice foranAudiologist includeseverything related to thesenseofhearingandbalance,from cerumen removal to tinnitus assessment and treatment to full hearing evaluations. BC-HIS stands for Board

CertifiedHearing Instrument Specialist. A personwith this certification does not need further education beyond high school,but is required to do two years of hands-on experience in the field and then complete a national exam. Hearing InstrumentSpecialists are qualified to perform hearing tests solely for the purpose of fitting hearing aids. Hearing HealthCare Centerscurrently has two Doctors of Audiology on staff, a 4th year resident completing the Doctorate of Audiology, and a BoardCertified Hearing Instrument Specialist. If you would like to meet with one of our providers for a customized consultation,please call and schedule an appointment.

What is the difference between an Audiologistand a BC-HIS?

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Where do you go for services like...?•Wax Removal• Hearing Tests• CustomHearing Protection

• Tinnitus Assessment andTreatment• Latest in Hearing Aid TechnologyIncludingWireless and Bluetooth

Dr.Whitney SwanderOwner & Doctor of Audiology

Au.D. CCC-A

Dr. MelissaWeisserDoctor of Audiology

Au.D. FAAA

Boulder County’sPremier

Full Service Hearingand Tinnitus Center

Call today to schedule a customized consultation with one of our Doctors of Audiology.

Broomfield11480 N. Sheridan Blvd. Ste. 200

303-464-8440

longmont1515 N Main St. Ste. 15

303-776-8748

Boulder4800 Baseline Rd. Ste. E108

303-499-3900

Insurance Questions?We can help youMAXIMIZE your hearing benefits.

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Hearing HealthCare Centers11480 N. Sheridan Blvd., Suite 200, Broomfield, 303.464.8440 • Locations also in Longmont 303.776.8748 and Boulder 303.499.3900 • hearinghealthcarecenters.com

Hearing HealthCare Centersis proud to be BoulderCounty’s Premier Full ServiceHearing and Tinnitus Center.They have been helpingchildren and adults withhearing loss since 1984.The newest location, whichopened in the Broomfield/Westminster area last year,has flourished. They boasttwo Doctors of Audiology,one Doctoral Resident and aHearing Instrument Specialiston staff.

Hearing HealthCareCenters is a completehearing and tinnitus centercapable of everything fromcerumen (wax) removal(multiple methods), toperforming comprehensivehearing evaluations, tofitting the latest in hearingaid technology, includingwireless, extended wear andBluetooth options. Theyare also able to service and

program most makes andmodels of hearing aids.

Many people suffertinnitus, commonly knownas “ringing in the ears”.Hearing HealthCare Centerscan provide both tinnitusassessment and treatment.They can also help youchoose the most appropriatecustom hearing protection tofit your needs. It is never toolate to protect your hearing!

Hearing HealthCare Centersis a Preferred Provider formost insurance companies.“Insurance is complicated.Many people do not knowthat some insurance planshave hearing benefits. We’rehappy to help them maximizetheir benefits,” says Dr.Whitney Swander, Owner.“With insurance policiesand programs changing allthe time, having someoneknowledgeable discuss yourbenefits with you gives you

one less thing to worryabout,” Dr. Swander explains.If you are unsure if youhave hearing benefits, theirinsurance department cancall to check your benefitsand explain them to you.

Hearing HealthCare Centerstakes pride in offeringexceptional customer servicewith each staff membertaking a personal approachwith every patient. “Wetreat each patient for theirspecific needs and thatpractice has served us wellfor years,” Dr. Swandersays. Hearing HealthCareCenters is currently acceptingnew patients. If you haveany questions about yourhearing, please call oneof their three locations inBroomfield/Wesminster,Longmont or Boulder toschedule a customizedconsultation with one of theirproviders.

Dr. Whitney Swander, Owner &Doctor of Audiology, Au.D. CCC-A

Dr. Melissa Weisser,Doctor of Audiology, Au.D. FAAA

Meet the Doctors

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played in past years havegone on to successfulcareers, such as The Frayand Air Dubai.“It’s exciting to see them

go from Broomstock to thissuccess,” said Dana Cabot, aBroomfield recreation man-ager and Broomstock com-mittee member.This year, Broomstock will

be from 1 to 9 p.m May 24 atBroomfield County Com-mons. Find out more atwww.broomfield.org/recre-ation/special/broom-stock.shtml.

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By Megan QuinnEnterprise Staff Writer

Whether it’s gazing atpatriotic fireworks, dancingin a summertime parade orsipping apple cider and lis-tening to carols, Broom-field’s festivals and specialevents invite the entire fami-ly to celebrate special occa-sions in the community.Here is a look at some of thebiggest events of the year:

Broomstock rocksRocking out on the last

day of school, Broomstockcelebrates local music andstudents’ freedom with adrug- and alcohol-free bash.Broomstock, a music festi-

val with a diverse lineup ofbands, draws about 2,000students and adults eachyear. The brainchild of twoBroomfield High School stu-dents, the festival provides away to celebrate the last dayof school.Featuring more than 20

local bands, students fromthe area’s high schools bothorganize and perform in theevent. A committee helpschoose the band lineup eachyear, placing a focus onbands from Broomfield andthe area.Broomstock also features

an art show that showcasesstudent work.Since 2000, the event has

grown from a small concertto a professionally-stagedfestival with sponsors andhigher-quality gear.Some bands who have

FestivalsPlenty of occasion to be festiveBroomfieldoffers host ofcelebrationsthroughoutthe year

David R. Jennings / Broomfield Enterprise

RINGING IN THE SEASON: The Mountain View Elementary Sign Language Choir performs at the Mayor's Tree Lighting Ceremony atthe George Di Ciero City and County Building on Dec. 7.

BEST-DRESSEDDOG: Rhiley, aboxer dressedas a chicken byowner JessicaWhitcomb, wonthe 2012 BestDressed DogContest atBroomfield Dayson Sept. 15.

David R. JenningsBroomfield Enterprise

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ContactCity & county servicesMain line...................................................................................................303-469-3301

Animal Control...........................................................................................303-438-6400

Assessor ................................................................................................... 303-464-5819

Auditorium................................................................................................ 720-887-2371

Building Department..................................................................................303-438-6370

Central Records.........................................................................................303-464-5819

City and County Attorney’s Office...............................................................303-438-6353

City and County Clerk and Recorder’s Office..............................................303-438-6332

City and County Job Line...........................................................................303-438-6475

City and County Manager’s Office..............................................................303-438-6300

Code Compliance......................................................................................303-464-5551

Community Assistance Center...................................................................303-438-6390

Community Center.....................................................................................303-464-5500

Community Development Office................................................................303-438-6389

Courts .......................................................................................................720-887-2100

George Di Ciero City and County Building..................................................303-469-3301

Engineering Department............................................................................303-438-6380

Finance Department..................................................................................303-438-6357

Human Resources.....................................................................................303-438-6320

Human Services........................................................................................720-887-2200Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library ....................................................720-887-2300North Metro Fire Rescue District................................................................303-452-9910Open Space and Trails...............................................................................303-438-6335Passports..................................................................................................303-438-6390Planning....................................................................................................303-438-6284Police non-emergency...............................................................................303-438-6400Public Health.............................................................................................720-877-2220Public Information Office...........................................................................303-438-6308Public Works, Street, Utility and Park Maintenance................................... 303-438-6360Recreation Center......................................................................................303-460-6900Recreation Services...................................................................................303-460-6900Recycling Center .......................................................................................303-404-2839Revenue, Treasurer ...................................................................................303-464-5819Sales tax...................................................................................................303-464-5811Senior Center............................................................................................303-464-5526Utility Billing (water and sewer service).....................................................303-438-6319Utility Maintenance....................................................................................303-438-6334Broomfield Workforce Center.....................................................................303-464-5855Broomfield Chamber of Commerce............................................................303-466-1775Broomfield Economic Development Corp...................................................303-469-7645

North Metro Fire RescueDistrict has a rich history thatbegan in 1946 when it wasformally known as West AdamsCounty Fire Protection. NorthMetro has greatly progressedover the past 67 years seeingmany important changes tothe organization, servicesprovided to our citizens andthe fire industry as a whole.

Now serving a district thatcovers 63 square miles with apopulation of approximately103,000, North Metro providesfire protection, emergencymedical services, hazardousmaterials response andrescue services to the Cityand County of Broomfield,the City of Northglenn andunincorporated areas ofBoulder,Adams,Weld andJefferson Counties. Thecitizens of the Fire Districtare served by 99 full-time

uniformed personnel,operating from seven firestations.The headquarters isstaffed with 26 administrativeand fire prevention personnel.The department is alsodirected by an elected, fivemember Board of Directors,who provides direction to theCEO, Fire Chief Joseph Bruce.

North Metro Fire RescueDistrict is an all hazardsresponse team and some ofthe services you and yourfamily can count on include:

Fire Department Operations:North Metro responds toincidents such as fires, hazmatand technical rescues butover 73% of calls firefightersrespond to involve a medicalemergency.

Prevention Services:TheNorth Metro Fire Prevention

Division works to ensure thatall buildings in our communitymeet minimum nationalfire codes and hazardousmaterial regulations. The FirePrevention Division providestechnical assistance duringthe planning, construction andremodeling of structures.

Ambulance MembershipProgram:The North MetroAmbulance MembershipProgram helps to alleviatesome of the financial stressorsthat impact a person or familyin the event of a medicalemergency that involvesambulance services.

Community Education: NorthMetro’s firefighters not onlyrespond to the district’semergencies, but along withtheir Public Safety Educator,they support our community

by helping people of all agesincorporate life-saving toolsand strategies into their day-to-day activities. Some of thefree or low-cost programsinclude:Weekly Car Safety SeatFitting Stations, Free BloodPressure Check Programs, CPRInstruction and Certification,9-1-1 Education for Youth andSeniors and Fire ExtinguisherTraining for Businesses.

North Metro also getsinvolved with the communityeach year through variousevents that they supportincluding the 9Health Fair,Fire Prevention Week, NationalNight Out and many more.

For more information onNorth Metro Fire RescueDistrict’s educationalprograms or emergencyservices, call 303. 452.9910or visit us at www.northmetrofire.org.

North Metro Fire Rescue District 101 Lamar Street, Broomfield, 303.452.9910, www.northmetrofire.org


744-4416Cable television: Comcast,

303-930-2000

NUMBERS TO KNOW

Emergency:911

Emergency roomcare:Exempla Good Samaritan

Medical Center — 330-689-4000St. Anthony Hospital North

— 303-426-2151St. Anthony North Medical

Pavilion — 720-627-0000Centura Health Avista

Adventist Hospital — 303-673-1000North Suburban Medical

Center — 330-450-4482

Animal Control:330-438-6400

Fire:303-452-9910

Police:303-438-6400

SERVICES

George Di Ciero Cityand County Building1 DesCombes Drive,

Broomfield, 80020; 303-469-3301

Post officesFirst Avenue and Lamar

Street, 303-438-00358800 West 116th Circle, 303-

466-9669

RecyclingBroomfield Recycling Center,

225 Commerce St., 303-404-2839

UtilitiesWater/sewer: City and

County of Broomfield, 303-469-3301Gas/electric: Xcel Energy,

800-772-7858; United Power(for north Broomfield), 303-659-0551Telephone installation:

Century Link — residential,866-642-0444; business, 877-

about $36,000 vs. the cost ofan election that uses votecenters.Voters who participated in

the 2012 election or updatetheir voter information willreceive ballots in the mail,which they can mail back ordrop off. All active voters areautomatically mailed a ballot.Voters can drop off their

ballots at the George Di CieroCity and County Buildingbeginning three weeks beforeElection Day. Three other drop-off sites, which have not yetbeen determined, also will beopen the Saturday and Mondayprior to Election Day and onElection Day to drop off ballotsor vote in person.Voters will have the option to

vote in person or at one of thefour locations.For more information, to

update voter registration or torequest a mail ballot, go towww.broomfield.org/elections

for 2012:$221 million

Average cost to buy ahouse:$270,500

Median familyincome:$76,531

Median grossmortgage:$1,851

Website:www.broomfield.org* Sources: City and County of

Broomfield, U.S. Census Bureau.

VOTINGThis year, Election Day is

Nov. 5. Voters will elect a mayorand five City Council members.The election will be

conducted by mail ballot. Mailballots, which are the mostpopular way to vote inBroomfield, will save the city

Name derived from:Broomcorn that was

harvested in the area to makebrooms.

Population:55,889

Year founded:1885

Year incorporated:1961

Ethnic make-up:White — 48,099 residents;

Hispanic/Latino — 6,216; Asian— 3,407; Hawaiian/PacificIslander — 43; AmericanIndian/ Alaskan native — 336;African American — 587; other— 1,848; two or more races— 1,569

Elevation:5,344 feet

Median age:36.4

Government budget

Broomfield at-a-glance

David Jennings / Broomfield Enterprise

LOVELY VIEW: Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library and Community Park Pond can look pretty as a picture on blue-sky day in Broomfield.


MAYOR

Pat Quinn

Term expires Nov. 2013

Phone:303-623-1580

E-mail address:pquinn@broomfield

citycouncil.org

Background:A Broomfield resident since 1981,Quinn is married and has fivedaughters. Chief financial officer,Loja Group, LLC and OdysseyInvestment I, LLC.

Education:Bachelor of Science in accountingfrom Colorado State University

Previous communityinvolvement:Served on Broomfield’s OpenSpace and Trails AdvisoryCommittee, Boulder County Parksand Open Space AdvisoryCommittee, Board member forCASA of Gilpin and Jeffersoncounties, Board member for theColorado Youth Program and amember of the Birch SchoolImprovement Team.

Councilmembers

WARD 1Bob Gaiser


Phone:720-352-4538E-mail address:[email protected]:Resident of Broomfield since 1999;a former Lutheran minister. Vice

president of Gaiser Corp., creatingmore than 800 recreational andhotel jobs in Denver since 1974.Now converting hotel to affordablesenior housing, assisted living andretail. Created more than $500million in real estate projects fromapartment, shopping centers andoffice space.Education:Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts fromConcordia Senior College and amaster’s degree in divinity fromConcordia Seminary. Gaiser alsohas three years of clinical pastoraleducation.Previous communityinvolvement:Was the chair of the CapitalImprovements Program andrepresented it on the city’s masterplan committee. Gaiser said he alsolobbies for homeless issues and forsenior citizens.

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Coucnilmembers

WARD 1Todd Schumacher


Phone:720-840-7145

E-mail address:[email protected]

Background:Resident of Broomfield since 2003.Human resources director, TrimbleNavigation. Father of three. Enjoysrunning, skiing, golfing andmountain biking.

Education:Master of Human Resources andIndustrial Relations, Institute ofLabor and Industrial Relations,University of Illinois; Master of Arts,Organizational Communications,Bowie State University; Bachelor ofArts, Political Science/Pre-Law,University of Illinois

Previous communityinvolvement:Worked for the Federal ElectionCommission, where he helped U.S.congressional, senate andpresidential candidates and theirstaffs comply with the FederalElection Campaign Act.

WARD 2Dennis McCloskey

Term expires Nov. 2013(term-limited, running for mayor)

Phone:303-489-0132

E-mail address:

[email protected]

Background:Resident of Broomfield since 1995.Enjoys travel, reading, hismotorcycle, skiing and cooking.Retired teacher and coach; spentmore than 20 years coachingfootball, basketball and track andwas National Honor Societysponsor.

Education:Bachelor’s degree and master’sdegree from the University ofColorado.

Previous communityinvolvement:Elected to council 2005. Member ofKnights of Columbus, FraternalOrder of Eagles and a volunteer forHabitat for Humanity and SpecialOlympics.

Does you home have aplumbing problem? Whoare you going to call, andwhat is a fair price to payfor service? “Most peopledon’t know what plumbingservices should cost,” saysTerry Kerwin of KerwinPlumbing & Heating, asecond-generation family-operated Broomfield businessspecializing in professionalplumbing services forresidential and commercialcustomers.“We help peopleat a fair price.We are licensed,bonded and insured, and haveproudly served Front Rangehomeowners with personalservice since 1978.”

Besides repairs, Kerwincan help upgrade yourhome with a new sink,toilet, faucet, shower, tub orrunning a new gas line for

your barbecue – no moremessing around with propanetanks! Or consider adding atankless water heater, whichheats water on demand andprovides an endless supplyof hot water, eliminating thecost of running your waterheater 24 hours a day.Workquotes are free, and seniorcitizen customers enjoy afive-percent discount on allservices.

Kerwin Plumbing &Heating’s commercialprojects include schools, largeretail projects, restaurantand bar facilities, medicaloffice buildings, and HOAand clubhouse/communityfacilities.Their design-build division will workdirectly with your architectand contractor to designand install a high-quality

plumbing system backedby Kerwin’s reputation forquality workmanship andcourteous service.

“As members of theBroomfield community, webelong to the Chamber ofCommerce and are loyalsupporters of Bal SwanChildren’s Center, Nativityof Our Lord School, CASAof Adams and BroomfieldCounties A Precious Childand the Broomfield FISH foodbank,” Terry Kerwin says.“My husband, Bill Kerwin, haslived here since he was tenyears old.We believe in givingback to our community ina big way.And we believein using and referring otherBroomfield businesses asoften as possible – we’ve usedthe same Broomfield bank forover 25 years.”

Kerwin Plumbing & Heating, Inc.11704 Teller St., Broomfield, 303.466.3581, www.kerwinplumbing.com

Business owner(s): William K. (Bill) KerwinNumber of employees locally: 28Year business opened: 1978

What does your company do? Plumbing,gas work, backflow prevention, drain cleaning& hot water heat. Plumbing service/repairfor residential and commercial customers.Commercial design build, new construction,industrial, and tenant finish.

What do you like about being inBroomfield? Broomfield, as large as it hasgrown, still has a small town feel with astrong sense of community.

How does your company connect withBroomfield? We’re Broomfield Chambermembers, members of the BroomfieldCommunity Foundation and loyal supportersof Bal Swan Children’s Center, Nativity of OurLord School, CASA of Adams and BroomfieldCounties, and the Broomfield FISH food bank.We believe in giving back to our communityin a big way. We often support local schoolsand fundraisers of all kinds. We also believein using and referring other Broomfieldbusinesses as often as possible. We haveused the same Broomfield bank for over 25years. Our auto mechanics, cleaning service,dumpster service, carpet cleaning service,equipment rental company, etc, are all inBroomfield.

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Councilmembers

WARD 2Mike Shelton


Phone:303-269-1946


Background:Three-year resident of Broomfield.Professional background ininformation technology, technicalsales and restaurants; waiter atTortugas in Longmont. Single.Enjoys jogging, biking and reading.Education:Bachelor’s degree in computerinformation systems fromMetropolitan State College of Denver.Previous communityinvolvement:Before taking office he volunteeredfor Broomfield Trail Days, and sincetaking office has been appointed tosix boards and commissions: OpenSpace and Trails Committee,Boulder County Consortium ofCities, Broomfield/ WestminsterOpen Space, Rocky FlatsStewardship Council, secretary ofthe Northwest Parkway Authorityand the Metro North ChamberInterface.

WARD 3Kevin Jacobs

Term expires Nov. 2015Phone:303-912-3401E-mail address:[email protected]

Background:Resident of Broomfield since 1993;married to Susie with twodaughters, Sophie and Hannah.Enjoys riding motorcycles, runningand other outdoor activities withfamily and friends. He is theassistant vice chancellor for humanresources, University of Colorado-Denver and Anschutz MedicalCampus.

Education:Bachelor of Arts, University ofColorado-Boulder; Master of PublicAdministration, University ofColorado-Denver.

Previous communityinvolvement:Board member, volunteer andactive participant in church, school,community, nonprofit and otherorganizations and activities.

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Councilmembers

WARD 3Sam Taylor


Phone:303-931-6477


Background:

Married to wife, Sara, since 1988.Father of a daughter and a son.Broomfield resident since 1984.Materials manager at SourceCommunications.

Education:

Attended Michigan State University

Prior communityinvolvement:

Chairman of Capital ImprovementCommittee for four years. Pastmember of Health and HumanServices Board and CemeteryCommittee. Current member of theSustainability Task Force.

WARD 4Greg Stokes

Term expires Nov. 2013Phone:303-466-6710E-mail address:[email protected]:Married to Maureen, with three

daughters, all in school inBroomfield. Resident of Broomfieldsince 2000. Investor. Plays trumpetand coaches youth soccer.

Education:Master of Business Administration,Olin School of Business,Washington University in St. Louis;Bachelor of Science in IndustrialEngineering, University of Missouri,Columbia, Mo.

Previous communityinvolvement:Served on Land Use ReviewCommission for five years,including three years as chairman.Past president of BroomfieldCommunity Foundation. Member ofboard of directors and pastpresident of Broomfield SoccerClub. Member of Broomfield SisterCities Committee. Recipient of the2008 Heart of Broomfield Award forPhilanthropy.

Owner Susan Sierra-DeHerrera started MagicMop Cleaning Services fouryears ago, after retiringfrom a 32-year career in alarge corporation. It hadalways been a dream ofhers to create and own asmall business.As a healthy50-year-old woman witha son in private school atHoly Family High School inBroomfield, she wanted tohelp contribute to the familyincome.

She realized that withtoday’s economy, busylifestyle, and with bothparents working outsideof the home, there is greatdemand and need for acleaning services business.“Let’s face it,” she says.“Noteverybody wants to do thechore of cleaning their own

home or business!”Magic Mop offers cleaning

services to the followingNorthwest Metro areas:Broomfield,Westminster,Arvada, Boulder, Louisville,Lafayette, Erie and Longmont.

The company providesvery high-quality, detailed,deep cleaning for homes aswell as small retail storesand commercial offices.“Wewelcome real estate agentsand brokers, and we cleanmove in/move out’s. MagicMop makes any home orbusiness property sparkleand shine.A clean home orbusiness is so much moreappealing and inviting than aneglected one.”

Unlike many large-chaincleaning companies, MagicMop cleaning jobs arealways supervised and

overseen. Its employees arepre-screened and thereforehonest, trustworthy andreliable.“Our mission atMagic Mop is to providecleaning services with thehighest quality and customersatisfaction in the NorthMetro area.We believe insupporting local businessesand hope you do, too!”

Magic Mop Cleaning Services, LLC14754 Mariposa Court, Westminster, 303.450.0808

Business owner(s): Susan Sierra-DeHerrera

Year business opened: August 2009

What does your company do? Provides cleaning services for residences,small retail stores and commercial offices.

What do you like about being in Broomfield?Broomfield is a friendly community where many of our clients live and work.

How does your company connect with Broomfield? There are many reasons that mycompany and I are connected to Broomfield: My son attends school at Holy Family High School,we attend church at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, and my husband coaches LittleLeague sports in Broomfield. Because of these connections we know and are friends with manyfamilies in the Broomfield, Westminster and the Northern Metropolitan Colorado area.

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Councilmembers

WARD 4David Jurcak

Term expires Nov. 2015Phone:303-926-1848E-mail address:[email protected]:Moved to Broomfield in 2008.

Married, two daughters and oneson. Youngest son and daughterattend school in Adams 12 schooldistrict. General manager of theOmni Interlocken Resort.Education:Bachelor’s degree in politicalscience and international relations,William Jewell College, Liberty, Mo.Previous communityinvolvement:Broomfield Land Use ReviewCommission (now Planning andZoning Commission), 2009-2011;Broomfield Chamber of Commerce,2008-2010, vice chair 2009;Broomfield Economic DevelopmentCorp., 2008-2010; St. AnthonyNorth Hospital Board of Trustees,2011-present; Think Broomfield2010-present; Interlocken OwnersAssociation, 2008-present, St.Anthony North Health Foundation,2009-present; Global Hope, 2009-present, baseball coach.

WARD 5Martha Derda


Background:Married to husband, Paul. Motherof two daughters and grandmotherof five. Resident of Broomfieldsince 1978. Retired teacher andrecreation department worker.

Education:Bachelor of Science in health andphysical education from GeorgeWilliams College in Downers Grove,Ill.

Previous communityinvolvement:Activities director for BroomfieldRelay for Life. Volunteer with RotaryClub, Red Cross and AmericanHeart Association. President ofColorado Parks and RecreationAssociation Aquatics. BroomfieldSwim and Tennis Club boardmember. Grant writer for the City ofLafayette.

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Councilmembers

WARD 5Wayne Anderson


Background:Resident of Broomfield since 2007.Married, one daughter and threegrandchildren. Enjoys reading,studying the cosmos, writing booksand volunteering in the community.Executive leadership coach andowner of Leadership ScienceInstitute, LLC.Education:Bachelor’s in organizationalleadership from Southern NazareneUniversity; associate’s in businessfrom University of Wisconsin;;associate’s in informationtechnology from ManhattanCommunity College.Previous communityinvolvement:Member Broomfield Chamber ofCommerce Board of Directors,FISH of Broomfield Board ofTrustees, Ministry Council forBroomfield United MethodistChurch and Broomfield RotaryClub.

Broomfield City Council has 10 members, two from each ward, who areelected to four-year terms. The mayor is elected to a two-year term. Seatsin each ward are never up for re-election in the same year.City Council holds regular meetings at 6 p.m. two Tuesdays a month andstudy sessions two Tuesdays a month at the George Di Ciero City andCounty Building, 1 DesCombes Drive. Council meetings are open to thepublic and proceedings are documented and kept by the city clerk. Audioand video tapes also are made of the meetings, and can be accessed bythe public by appointment with the office of the city clerk (303-464-5819).The tapes cannot be removed from city hall.Live streaming and archived video of meetings can be viewed atwww.broomfield.org.View a ward map at broomfield.org/maps/wardmap.shtml

How to participate

McAdams Plumbing is a fullservice residential plumbingcompany that is completelylicensed and insured.Theyserve Broomfield andsurrounding areas, includingNorth Denver.This companysets itself apart by beinghonest and doing everythingthey can to keep theircustomers comfortable andinformed. Just check theironline reviews!

“Our customers are ournumber one priority, andwe do everything we can tomake sure they are happywith our service,” says ownerRick McAdams.“No matterwhat the plumbing need,from sink to sewer, McAdamsPlumbing will be there tohelp.We listen to what ourcustomers have to say andtalk openly with them, so we

can understand their uniqueconcern.”

McAdams Plumbingspecializes in all residentialplumbing issues from draincleaning, hot-water heaters,and leak protection, togeneral plumbing services.They can repair or replaceall plumbing fixtures in thehome. McAdams warrantiesall their labor, assuringyou will be taken care of.McAdams Plumbing will evenoffer suggestions on the bestproducts for you to buy andinstall yourself.

Being a small companyallows McAdams Plumbing tostay flexible with schedulingand fair with pricing whilestill providing 24 houremergency service. Becausethey are a residential-onlycompany, their focus is on

great customer care and highquality service.They alsokeep their equipment cleanand well maintained.

Rick McAdams, MasterPlumber, started hisplumbing apprenticeshipin 1975, working over 34years in several areas of theplumbing field, including newconstruction, commercial andindustrial. He has worked forsome of the largest corporateplumbing companies in thestate and watched the trendof bad customer service,poor craftsmanship, andunfair pricing grow rapidly.This is what led him to openMcAdams Plumbing andfocus on excellent residentialservice.

“I want to bring ethics,quality, and customer focusback to the industry. I want

to develop true lastingrelationships with mycustomers, their families,my employees, and thecommunity I call home.Theproof is in the plumbing!”

McAdams Plumbing, Inc.3354 W. 126th Place, Broomfield, 303.465.1900, mcadamsplumbing.com

Business owner(s): Rick McAdams

Number of employees locally: Three

Year business opened: 2009

What does your company do? Full-serviceresidential plumbing and drain cleaning

What do you like about being in Broomfield?The people. Broomfield residents are some ofthe most amazing people in the state. They lookout for one another and are very involved in thecommunity.

How does your company connect withBroomfield? As we grow, our Broomfieldcommunity grows with us. We are members ofthe Broomfield Chamber of Commerce, partnerswith Broomfield non-profit A Precious Child, andare proud sponsors of Holy Family and LegacyHigh School athletics programs.

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Public officials

CHARLES OZAKICity and County Manager

303-438-6300

[email protected]

Charles Ozaki was appointed cityand county manager ofBroomfield in 2011. Prior to that

he had been deputy city and countymanager since February 2002. Hefirst joined the city as assistant cityand county manager in 1982.

He received a bachelor’s degree inpolitical science in 1971 and amaster’s degree in publicadministration in 1976, both from theUniversity of Colorado. He wasemployed by the city of Westminsterfrom 1977 to 1980 as personnelofficer and assistant to the citymanager, and and worked as thecircuit riding manager for the towns ofNorwood and Nucla in 1980 and thetowns of Collbran and DeBeque in1981.

KEVIN STANDBRIDGE

Deputy City/ County Manager303-438-6300

[email protected]

Kevin Standbridge came toBroomfield as city planningdirector in September 1995

from the planning department inAurora. He was promoted to deputydirector of Community Development,at the time a newly created position,in late 1999.

He was named assistant city andcounty manager in spring 2002 andnamed deputy city and countymanager in 2011.

He earned a bachelor’s degree inenvironmental design from theUniversity of Colorado in 1980, andlater a master’s degree in urbanplanning and policy from theUniversity of Illinois at Chicago.

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Public officials

JAMES L.BECKLENBERGAssistant City/ County

Manager303-438-6300

E-mail:[email protected]

Jim Becklenberg was hired asassistant city and countymanager in February 2011. His

responsibilities includemanagement of Broomfield’sinformation technologies, finance,city and county clerks, courtsadministration and assessor’sdepartments.He moved to Broomfield from

Pacific Grove, Calif., where he wasdeputy city manager. Becklenbergalso has experience as a chieffinancial officer, risk manager,budget manager and informationtechnology manager.He has a master's degree in

public administration from theUniversity of Kansas and received abachelor's degree in public affairsfrom Indiana University inBloomington. He was the 2011recipient of the AssistantExcellence in Leadership Awardfrom the International City CountyManagement Association.

BOMARTINEZEconomic Development

Director303-464-5579

[email protected]

Bo Martinez is the economicdevelopment director forBroomfield. He works to

establish and leverage existingnetworks and partnerships with thepublic and private sectors, greaterengagement with prospective andexisting businesses, sustain andincrease employment, stimulateprivate investment andrevitalization to solidify and growBroomfield’s economic base nowand for the future.A Colorado native, Martinez

brings more than 18 years ofexperience in community andeconomic development, planning,transportation, housing,redevelopment, programdevelopment and partnerships withthe public and private sectors.Before coming to Broomfield, he

spent eight years with the city andcounty of Denver, where he servedas an economic developmentadministrator. While there, hedirected Denver’s NeighborhoodMarketplace Initiative, managedBusiness Services program,sincluding business expansion,business retention and CommunityDevelopment Block Grant budgets,and directed commercialrevitalization and publicinfrastructure development. Prior toDenver, he was economicdevelopment manager for thePhoenix Community and EconomicDevelopment Department, wherehe developed and managed thelight rail transit-orienteddevelopment program. Martinezowned and operated a smallbusiness and was an executivedirector for a nonprofitneighborhood developmentorganization.

DAVE SHINNEMANCommunity Development

Director303-438-6389

[email protected]

Dave Shinneman was namedBroomfield CommunityDevelopment director in

December 2012.The stand-alone director of

Community Development position isnew to the budget for 2013.After coming to Broomfield in

2008, Shinneman was the city’splanning director, where his primaryresponsibilities includedadministration of the comprehensiveplan and land use regulations andcoordinating the development reviewprocess and managing the city’sdemographic data base.As Community Development

director he continues to oversee theplanning, engineering, building,capital improvements, codecompliance, transportationmanagement and geographicalinformation systems divisions.Prior to Broomfield, Shinneman

worked as the planning manager forWestminster and was planningadministrator and principal plannerfor Pinellas County, Fla.

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DAVID ALLENDirector of Public Works

[email protected]

David Allen was named directorof Public Works in 2011. Priorto that, he had served as the

department's deputy director sinceOctober 2008.Allen has a combined 21 years of

experience working in municipalpublic works and utilitiesdepartments. In addition to his yearsin Broomfield, where he focused onoperations, water resources andwater and wastewater treatmentprocesses, Allen also worked forseveral years as director of the publicworks and utilities department inNorthglenn. Prior to that, he was awater planning and resourcesmanager in the public utilitiesdepartment in Anaheim, Calif.

An undergraduate alumnus ofColorado State University, Allenearned his master's degree in civilengineering and water resources fromthe University of Southern California.

He is a registered civil engineer inboth Colorado and California and amember of the American WaterWorks Association and the WaterEnvironment Federation.

KIM PFEIFERTreasurer/Revenue Manager

[email protected]

Kim Pfeifer was appointedRevenue Manager on June 1,2007, after serving as

Broomfield Property TaxAdministrator since November 2002.Pfeifer began her career in the

Boulder County Treasurer’s office in1979. In 1988, she became chiefaccountant and moved to theposition of Boulder County DeputyTreasurer in 1995, where she helpedstructure the Boulder County portionof Broomfield records when the citybecame a county in 2001.Pfeifer is a longtime resident of

Broomfield and attended BroomfieldHigh School and Front RangeCommunity College.

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Public officials

PATSODERBERGFinance Director303-438-6313psoderberg

@broomfieldorg

Pat Soderberg waspromoted to financedirector in February

2009 after serving asdeputy director of Financesince 2001. She joined thedepartment in 1998.Soderberg graduated

magna cum laude from theUniversity of Colorado witha bachelor’s degree inaccounting. Prior tocoming to Broomfield, sheworked for the city ofLouisville as an accountingsupervisor, for the city ofThornton as senioraccountant andprogrammer analyst, forAmerican AgCredit Corp.as controller and for Ernstand Whinney as a staffauditor.

WILLIAMTUTHILL

City/County Attorney303-438-6353

[email protected]

William Tuthill wasappointed city andcounty attorney in

2005. From 2001 to 2004,he served as countyattorney for JeffersonCounty, after 12 years withthe Jefferson CountyAttorney’s Office. Tuthillspent five years in privatepractice at a Denver firm.Tuthill earned bachelor’s

and master’s degrees inpolitical science fromNorthwestern University inIllinois in 1979 and 1980.He earned his law degreefrom Harvard Law Schoolin 1982.Tuthill lives in Arvada

with his wife. He has twogrown children.

RANDALL DAVISMunicipal Judge720-887-2133

Randall Davis wassworn in asmunicipal judge in

July 2011. He wasappointed by City Counciltwo a two-year term.Davis, a Broomfield

resident, serves as aColorado senior judge, andpreviously served asmunicipal court judge forWheat Ridge from 1988 to2001, magistrate forAdams County DistrictCourt from 1987 to 2001,and as a BroomfieldCounty Court Judge from2001 to 2006.The municipal judge is

responsible for hearingmisdemeanor, traffic andcode violation cases.

AMY BOCKMANCounty Judge720-887-2134

Judge Amy Bockmanwas sworn in asBroomfield County

judge in December 2006.Before Bockman’s

appointment by Gov. BillOwens, she served as apart-time Denver Countymagistrate and as aColorado State publicdefender.Bockman holds

undergraduate degrees inpolitical science andcommunications from theUniversity of Colorado.She graduated from theUniversity of DenverCollege of Law in 1995 andwas admitted to the barthe same year.Bockman lives in

Broomfield with herhusband and children.She’s up for retention inNovember 2016.

TOM DELANDChief of Police303-438-6440

[email protected]

Chief Tom Deland hasbeen a member ofthe Broomfield

Police Department for 36years and has served asthe chief of police for thepast 22 years.Deland came up through

the ranks, serving as apatrolman, corporal,detective and lieutenant.Because Broomfield is acity and county, Delandalso serves as the sheriffand is responsible for themanagement of the countyjail.The Broomfield Police

Department is comprisedof more than 200employees including 150police officers.Deland is a graduate of

the 153rd session of theFBI National Academy, the53rd session of the LawEnforcement ExecutiveDevelopment Seminar inQuantico, Va., and holds abachelor’s degree incriminology fromMetropolitan StateCollege. He has served aspresident of theMetropolitan Area ChiefsOf Police Association andthe Colorado Associationof Chiefs of Police.


Public officials

KALEGILMOREInformation

Technologies Director303-438-6202

[email protected]

Kale Gilmore, aBroomfield Highgraduate, lives in

Broomfield with his wifeand two children. He washired as director of theInformation TechnologiesDepartment in 2005.Gilmore is a graduate of

the University of NorthernColorado, where hereceived a bachelor’sdegree in computerinformation systems.Before working for

Broomfield, Gilmoreworked for Eyeris, Inc.,Aspect Communicationsand QwestCommunications.In his free time, Gilmore

enjoys participating incommunity youth sports.

SUZANNESMITH

Director of HumanResources

303-438-6325ssmith

@broomfield.org

Suzanne Smith beganworking as a humanresources officer for

Broomfield in April 1994,and on Jan. 1, 2002, shewas appointed as thedirector of HumanResources.A Louisville resident,

Smith is a cum laudegraduate of the Universityof Connecticut, where sheearned a bachelor’sdegree in political sciencewith a concentration inpublic administration,public finance, urbanstudies and law.An organic gardener,

xeriscape enthusiast andpet lover, Smith is anadvocate for adopting petsfrom humane societies

DEBBIEOLDENETTELDirector, Health andHuman Services720-887-2222doldenettel

@broomfield.org

Debbie Oldenettelwas named directorof Broomfield Health

and Human Services inJanuary 2007.Oldenettel helped open

the department in 2001 asmanager for Family andChildren’s Services, whereshe oversaw child welfare,including foster care andadoption services, as wellas other services forchildren and youth.As the director of Health

and Human Services,Oldenettel oversees:Public health services;workforce centerprograms; family andchildren’s services;eligibility programs, suchas food assistance andMedicaid; senior services;and CSU Extensionprograms. Over the years,Oldenettel has worked tocreate several communityinitiatives in Broomfield.She guided a process toassess key health andhuman service indicatorswithin Broomfield and ledan effort that earnedBroomfield the title of oneof the 100 bestcommunities for youth andchildren.

ROBERTA DEPPDirector of Library

Services and CulturalAffairs

720-887-2355rdepp

@broomfield.org

Roberta Depp wasnamed Director ofLibrary Services and

Cultural Affairs in February2008. The Cultural AffairsDivision includes theBroomfield Auditorium, theDepot Museum, the PublicArt Committee and theCultural Council, as well asa consulting relationshipwith the BroomfieldVeterans MemorialMuseum.She originally came to

the city as library directorin June 2003.Roberta graduated from

the University of Denverwith an master’s inlibrarianship. She has anundergraduate degree ineducation from the StateUniversity College of NewYork at Geneseo andadditional graduate work inliterature from the StateUniversity College of NewYork at Brockport. Prior tocoming to Broomfield shewas director of theBerthoud Public Library,director of the WellesTurner Memorial Library(Glastonbury, Conn.), anddirector of the EagleCounty Public Library.Roberta and her

husband live in Broomfieldand adopt rescuedSiberian huskies.

NANCYHARROLDDirector of

Recreation Services303-460-6903

[email protected]

Nancy Harrold waspromoted toRecreation Services

director in September2011, after serving asacting director sinceMarch 2011.She began her career

with the recreationdepartment in 1974 as alifeguard and has served ina number of full timepositions since 1979,including aquaticsmanager and facilitymanager.Harrold grew up in

Boulder, attended FairviewHigh School andgraduated from theUniversity of Colorado witha bachelor’s degree inrecreation management.


Public officials

JOHNSTORB

County Assessor303-464-5813

[email protected]

John Storb becamecounty assessor inNovember 2007 after

serving four months asacting assessor. Prior tojoining the countyadministration in 2001,Storb worked in theDouglas CountyAssessor’s Office for 13years.A native of Pottstown,

Pa., Storb graduated fromCase Western ReserveUniversity with abachelor’s degree in urbanstudies, and he received amaster’s degree inarchitecture from theUniversity of Pennsylvania.He is still a licensed

architect.Storb lives in Denver

with his wife. They havetwo grown daughters.

JIMCANDELARIEClerk and Recorder

[email protected]

Candelarie was namedcity and county clerkin 2011, after serving

as Broomfield’s electionsmanager since 2001.Candelarie has worked inelections since 1989. Hewas at the ColoradoSecretary of State’s Officefrom 1998 to 2001, beforehe was lured to Broomfieldfor the chance to build acounty clerk’s office fromscratch.Since coming

Broomfield, Candelarie hasoverseen voterregistration, campaignfinance reporting and otherelection duties, while alsosetting and monitoringpolicies and proceduresfor the city’s recordsdepartment. As clerk, he isresponsible for managingthe clerk’s department, theCentral Records Office andthe Department of MotorVehicles.

DAVE YOUNGDistrict Attorney720-8872199

[email protected]

Dave Young waselected districtattorney by

residents of Adams andBroomfield counties inNovember 2012. He isresponsible for theprosecution of more than3,700 felony and 7,700misdemeanor criminalcases each year.As chief prosecutor for

the 17th Judicial District,he is an aggressiveprosecutor committed toworking with local lawenforcement agencies toobtain justice for victims ofcrime.His goal is to vigorously

pursue justice, protect thecitizens of Adams andBroomfield counties fromviolent crime, protectchildren from predators,protect senior citizens fromexploitation and create asafer community throughpartnerships with lawenforcement and othergroups. He is an advocateof victim’s rights and givingvictims a strong voice inthe system.Young joined the District

Attorney’s Office in 2005as a chief trial deputy andlater assistant districtattorney. He continues toprosecute high profilecapital murder cases whilesupervising the staff of 64attorneys and 102 supportstaff.

MONICABRONCUCIA-

JORDANCoroner

303-6591027coronerquestions@

adcogov.org

Monica Broncucia-Jordan was electedAdams County

coroner in November2010. She also serves asBroomfield’s coroner.She served as a deputy

coroner from 2005 to2009, and performed morethan 1,000 autopsiesduring the time period. Sheis trained in forensicevidence collection, andhas collected forensicevidence for courtproceedings in numeroushomicide and criminalcases.Broncucia-Jordan is

certified in the completionof death certificates by theColorado Department ofVital Records andStatistics and is a memberof the InternationalAssociation of Coronersand Medical Examiners.She received a bachelor'sdegree in biology form theUniversity of Colorado.As coroner, Broncucia-

Jordan is in charge ofscene investigationsurrounding thecircumstances of a death,including identification ofthe deceased, performingautopsies when needed,certification of the deathand notifying next of kin.

JOSEPH BRUCENorth Metro Fire

Rescue District Chief303-452-9910

[email protected]

The chief isresponsible for themanagement and

administration of the firedistrict’s day-to-daybusiness affairs andoperations. Bruce wasappointed chief on July 1,2009. He has served in avariety of positions withthe district, includingdeputy chief from July2008 to June 2009,division chief of Operationsfrom July 2003 to June2008 and division chief ofTraining from September2001 to June 2003.Prior to his employment

at North Metro, Bruceserved as theAdams/Jefferson CountyHazardous ResponseTeam Coordinator forseven years. In addition, hehas served as the fire chieffor two rural Colorado firedepartments and heldroles of battalion chief, fireinspector and fire marshallover his 32 year fire servicecareer. His career began inthe Air Force, serving fouryears as a fire protectionspecialist. He is a graduateof the Executive FireOfficer Program at theNational Fire Academy andreceived a bachelor’sdegree in organizationalmanagement fromColorado ChristianUniversity.


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SchoolsADAMS 12 FIVE-STARSCHOOL DISTRICTBoundary lines in

Broomfield are:East of Sheridan Boulevard

and north of 120th AvenueSchools with Broomfield

students:Centennial Elementary,

Coyote Ridge Elementary,Meridian Elementary, MountainView Elementary, WestlakeMiddle and Legacy HighschoolsSuperintendent: Chris

GdowskiPublic Information Officer:

Joe FerdaniPhone: 720-972-4000Address: 11285 Highline

Drive, Northglenn, 80233-3076Web site: www.adams12.org

CentennialElementaryAddress: 13200 Westlake

Drive, Broomfield, 80020Phone: 720-972-5280Website:

centennial.adams12.org/Mascot:MinersPrincipal: Christine ParkesSchool hours: 7:40 a.m. to

2:30 p.m. On Wednesdaystudents are dismissed at 1:15p.m.Grades: K-5School Performance

Framework: Approaching ormeets all Colorado Departmentof Education performanceindicators. More information:www.schoolview.org/.Start date: Aug. 20

Coyote RidgeElementaryAddress: 13770 Broadlands


coyote.adams12.org/

Mascot: CoyotesPrincipal:Megan CainSchool hours: 7:45 a.m. to

2:30 p.m. On Wednesdaystudents are dismissed at 1:15p.m.Grades: K-5School Performance

Framework: Meets or exceedsall Colorado Department ofEducation performanceindicators. More information:www.schoolview.org/.Start date: Aug. 20

Meridian ElementaryAddress: 14256 McKay Park

Circle, Broomfield, 80020Phone: 720-972-7880Website:

meridian.adams12.org/Mascot:MustangsInterim principal:Matthew

HavilandSchool hours: 7:45 a.m. to

2:30 p.m. On Wednesday

students are released at 1:15p.m.Grades: K-5School Performance


Mountain ViewElementaryAddress: 12401 Perry St.,

Broomfield, 80020Phone: 720-972-5520Website:

mountain.adams12.org/Mascot: BighornsPrincipal: Tracey AmendSchool hours: 7:45 a.m. to

2:30 p.m. On Wednesdaystudents are dismissed at 1:15p.m.Grades: K-5

School PerformanceFramework: Approaching ormeets all Colorado Departmentof Education performanceindicators. More information:www.schoolview.org/.Start date: Aug. 20

Westlake MiddleAddress: 2800 W. 135th

Ave., Broomfield, 80020Phone: 720-972-5200Website:

sites.google.com/a/adams12.org/westlakemiddle/homeMascot:WarriorsPrincipal: Jessica FiedlerSchool hours: 8:30 a.m. to

3:45p.m. On Wednesdaystudents are dismissed at 2:15p.m.Grades: 6-8School Performance

Framework: Approaching ormeets all Colorado Department

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Marvelous Musicales is a programwhich began in 2003. It is sponsoredby the Broomfield Music TeachersAssociation. The Musicales arepresented three times a year, inOctober, February and April usuallyon the third Saturday of the monthat the Broomfield Auditorium at 4p.m. They provide an opportunityfor musicians of all ages and abilitiesto perform on the BroomfieldAuditorium stage and utilize the“AUDI’s” concert grand piano.Whether playing a solo piece, orbeing accompanied by this wonderfulinstrument, performers have astellar experience. Please take yourplace in the spotlight, or encourageyour friends and neighbors to takeadvantage of this unique chance toperform on the AUDI stage.

All types of music includingfolk, jazz, classical, musical theaterand original compositions arewelcome. Other favorites includevocal, string, brass, or woodwind

ensembles comprising duets, triosor quartets. Music does not needto be memorized, but it must be“performance ready”. No karaokeaccompaniments permitted.

Selections should be approximately3 minutes long, or less, so that wemay have at least 20 participants oneach program. There is no chargeto participate or attend MarvelousMusicales, though donations aregratefully accepted

The Broomfield Music TeachersAssociation welcomes newmembers. Our purpose is to elevateteaching standards of music in thecommunity and to provide musicteachers with enrichment andeducational opportunities. Thisnetwork of teachers is a wonderfulresource for teachers new to thearea who are looking for students.For additional information aboutmembership or how to sign up toperform in a Musicale or please visitbroomfieldmta.org.

Marvelous MusicalesSponsored by Broomfield MusicTeachers Association


Schoolsof Education performanceindicators. More information:www.schoolview.org/.Start date: Aug. 20

Legacy HighAddress: 2701 W. 136th Ave,


legacy.adams12.org/Mascot: LightningPrincipal: Lee PetersSchool hours: 7:15 a.m. to 3

p.m.; Wednesdays 7:10 a.m. to12:30 p.m.Grades: 9-12School Performance

Framework: Approaching ormeets all Colorado Departmentof Education performanceindicators. More information:

www.schoolview.org/.Start date: 9th grad, Aug.

20; all, Aug. 21BOULDER VALLEYSCHOOL DISTRICTBoundary lines in

Broomfield are:West of Sheridan Boulevard

and north of 120th AvenueSchools with Broomfield

students:Birch Elementary, Emerald

Elementary, Kohl Elementary,Broomfield Heights Middle,Aspen Creek K-8 andBroomfield High schoolsSuperintendent: Bruce

MessingerPublic Information Officer:

Briggs GamblinPhone: 303-447-1010Address: 6500 E. Arapahoe

Ave., Boulder, 80303Website: www.bvsd.org

Birch ElementaryAddress: 1035 Birch St.,


www.bvsd.org/schools/birchMascot: BulldogPrincipal: Tracy StegallSchool hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3

p.m.Grades: Preschool-5School Performance

Framework: Approaching,meets or exceeds all ColoradoDepartment of Educationperformance indicators. Moreinformation:www.schoolview.org/.Start date: 1-5, Aug. 22;

kindergarten, Aug. 22 and 23.

Emerald ElementaryAddress: 755 W. Elmhurst

Place, Broomfield, 80020Phone: 720-561-8500

Website:bvsd.org/schools/emeraldMascot: DragonsPrincipal: Samara WilliamsSchool hours: 7:45 a.m. to

2:30 p.m.Grades: Preschool-5School Performance

Framework: Approaching,meets or exceeds all ColoradoDepartment of Educationperformance indicators. Moreinformation:www.schoolview.org/.Start date: Aug. 22

Kohl ElementaryAddress: 1000 W. 10th Ave.,


bvsd.org/schools/KohlMascot: ColtsPrincipal: Cynthia KaierSchool hours: 8 a.m. to 2:35

p.m.Grades: Preschool-5School Performance

Framework: Approaching,meets or exceeds all ColoradoDepartment of Educationperformance indicators. Moreinformation:www.schoolview.org/.Start date: Aug. 22

Aspen Creek K-8Address: 5550 Aspen Creek


www.bvsd.org/schools/aspencreekMascot: CoyotesPrincipal: Brett LivingstonSchool hours: 8:35 a.m. to

3:35 p.m.Grades: K-8School Performance

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Broomfield Pawn is a family-owned and operated companyis in the business of buying,selling and loaning. But morethan anything they are in thebusiness of helping peopleout.Ken Wester, runs the busi-

ness in Villager Square shop-ping center with his son Kurtand grandson Kyle.Broomfield Pawn offers two

ways for customers to makemoney fast—selling an itemoutright for cash in hand oroffering an item as collateralfor a 30-day cash loan. If acustomer doesn’t return forthe item in 30 days, Broom-field Pawn owns it. About80 percent of customers—amajority repeat patrons—comeback in 30 days. “It’s a growingbusiness,” says Ken.If anyone knows customers,it’s Ken Wester, a 30-year vet-eran of the jewelry business.“Our shop has a nice small-town feel,” says Ken, who hasrun Broomfield Pawn for thelast seven of the 25 years hehas lived in Broomfield. “We’re

here to help people. We’ll giveanyone a short-term loan.”About 98 percent of custom-ers are just nice, workingpeople, according to Ken.Customers looking to pawn

items need to be prepared toshow identification and fill outpaperwork.Broomfield Pawn has a

diverse inventory, from jewelryand tools to TVs, golf clubsand musical instruments.Jewelry—metals and watch-

es—sell well and hold value,as do tools. “The inventory isdiversified. You never knowwhat’s coming in the door,”says Ken. “It’s always interest-ing.”

Broomfield Pawn6650 W. 120th Ave., Unit A-9, Broomfield, 303.465.5626

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Broomfield AreaChurches

Look in yourENTERPRISE every Thursday

for the weekly Broomfield worship guide!Call Pete Christiansen at 303.410.2646

for more information.

Cross of Christ invites all to join incelebrating Christ’s love as we

Worship, Learn, and Serve together

Sunday:Worship 8:00, 9:00 & 11:15 am

Education Hour: 10:15

590 Burbank St., Suite 200, Broomfield720-44-MYJIC www.joyinchristco.org

Sunday School 9:00amWorship 10:00am

Bringing the good news of greatjoy to all people - Luke 2:10

JOY IN CHRISTA Bible Believing ChurchLutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ

SATURDAY – 6PMSUNDAY-9 & 10:30AM

11355 N. Sheridan Blvd.,Westminster, CO 80020

303-466-7770www.familyinchrist.com

Sunday 9:00 am Morning WorshipSunday 10:30 am Family Bible Time

Sunday 5:00 pm Evening ServiceWednesday 7:00 pm Bible Study & Prayer

Pastor Jason Walker303-667-5368

www.broomfieldbaptist.org

BROOMFIELDBAPTISTCHURCHMeeting at the

Broomfield Community Center, 280 Lamar St.

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13550 Lowell Blvd. Broomfield303-466-5749

www.shepherdoflove.orgSunday School (all ages) 9 a.m.

Sunday Service 10 a.m.STUDENT IMPACT (grades 6-12) Weds. 7pm

Small Bible Study Groups available

PASTORS: Al & Reva EhmenCarole Kellett, Paul Ehmen

broomfield

545 W. 10th Ave.Broomfield

303-466-1719

Senior Pastor:Ken Brown

www.broomfieldumc.org

Sunday Hours of Worship:8:00 & 11:05am Traditional

8:30 & 9:45am Contemporary5:05pm Evening

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Christian Churchof Broomfield

www.ccbroomfield.org

Bill Orsborn, Senior MinisterServices 8:00 & 10:30 am

12601 Sheridan Blvd.,Broomfield + 303.469.2314

LCMS

Sunday Worship8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School &Adult Bible Classes

9:20 - 10:40 a.m.

Risen SaviorLUTHERAN CHURCH

3031 W. 144th Ave., Broomfield303-469-3521 or www.rslc.org

1700 W.10th Ave.303.466.2667

www.holycomforterchurch.net

JOIN USSunday worship

at 8:30 & 10:30am

HolyComforterEpiscopal Church


SchoolsFramework: Approaching,meets or exceeds all ColoradoDepartment of Educationperformance indicators. Moreinformation:www.schoolview.org/.Start date: K-6, Aug. 22; 7-8,

Aug. 23.

Broomfield HeightsMiddleAddress: 1555 Daphne St.,


schools.bvsd.org/broomfieldheightsMascot: FalconsPrincipal: Chris MeyerSchool hours: 8:40 a.m. to

3:40 p.m.Grades: 6-8School Performance

Framework: Approaching,

meets or exceeds all ColoradoDepartment of Educationperformance indicators. Moreinformation:www.schoolview.org/.Start date: 6th grade, Aug.

22; all, Aug. 23.

Broomfield HighAddress: 1 Eagle Way,

Broomfield,80020Phone: 720-561-8100Website:

bvsd.org/schools/broomfieldhighMascot: EaglesPrincipal: Ginger RamseySchool hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3

p.m.Grades: 9-12School Performance

Framework: Approaching,meets or exceeds all ColoradoDepartment of Educationperformance indicators. Moreinformation:www.schoolview.org/.

Start date: 9th grade, Aug.22; all, Aug. 23.JEFFERSON COUNTYSCHOOL DISTRICTBoundary lines in

Broomfield:South of 120th Avenue and

west of Sheridan BoulevardSchools with Broomfield

students:Ryan Elementary, Sheridan

Green Elementary, JeffersonAcademy Charter, MandalayMiddle and Standley Lake HighschoolsSuperintendent: Cindy

StevensonPublic Information Officer:

Lynn SetzerPhone: 303-982-6500Address: 1829 Denver West

Drive, Golden, 80401Website:

www.jeffcopublicschools.org

Ryan Elementary

Address: 5851 W. 115thAve., Westminster, 80020Phone: 303-982-3105Website:

sites.google.com/a/jeffcoschools.us/ryan-elementary/homeMascot: HawksPrincipal: Kristi ShaverSchool hours: 8:30 a.m. to

3:20p.m.Grades: K-6School Performance


Sheridan GreenElementaryAddress: 10951 Harlan St.,

Westminster, 80021Phone: 303-982-3182Website:

sites.google.com/a/jeffcoschoo

ls.us/sheridangreen-es/Mascot: Li’l GatorsPrincipal: Kurt FreemanSchool hours: 7:45 a.m. to

2:30 p.m.Grades: K-5School Performance


Jefferson AcademyCharterAddress: Elementary, 9955

Yarrow St., Broomfield, 80021;Secondary, 11251 Reed Way,Broomfield, 80020Phone: 303-438-1011

(elementary office); 720-887-1992 (secondary office)Website: www.jajags.com

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Established in 1973, theBroomfield Council on theArts & Humanities (BCAH)has over 38 years in Broomfieldproviding assistance tocommunity arts organizationsin the form of mentoring,marketing and advertising.

BCAH provides networkingfor arts organizations togather regularly and discussissues of common concern. Bycentralizing arts informationand providing a supportivestaff, BCAH has becomean information source forresidents. They also provideeducation, support, connection,representation, information andopportunity for cultural growthto the community.

The organization is uniquein the fact that BCAH is thedefinition of “grass roots”when it comes to community

organizations. Its founders wereordinary citizens who weredeeply committed to promotingthe cultural life in Broomfield.They didn’t look to governmentto fill the need they perceived.They rolled up their sleeves anddid it themselves. Several ofthose original visionaries remainwith BCAH today. And we areproud to follow their example.

Since its beginning, BCAHhas been a valuable asset tothe Broomfield community.On November 12, 1973, theBroomfield Council on the Artsand Humanities was recognizedby the Broomfield City Counciland Mayor John P. Elliot, Jr.as the “duly authorized anddesignated arts group of theCity of Broomfield”.

The Broomfield Council forthe Arts and Humanities is avolunteer-led organization.

In 2011, BCAH assisted inproducing more than 1000events, serving more than31,000 people, primarily inBroomfield County. Theseevents happened becauseover 800 BCAH volunteerscommitted almost 20,000hours of their time. No otherentity in Broomfield does whatBCAH does. When it comes tosupporting the cultural aspectof life in Broomfield, BCAHmakes it happen. When thepublic wants to know how tofind cultural opportunities,BCAH is their primaryresource. When a citizen has adream or an idea concerningan arts activity, BCAH helpsdevelop it. BCAH is alwaysgrowing, always evolving.

In addition to assisting artsorganizations, BCAH hasevolved as a valuable community

resource. We serve as a hub forinformation and networking,providing assistance tocommunity residents. BCAHstaff handles inquiries from thepublic regarding a vast rangeof cultural issues. In all of thesecases, BCAH is a resource forinformation and connectivity.

Broomfield Council on the Arts & Humanities (BCAH)640 Main Street, Broomfield, 303.460.6800, artsinbroomfield.org

Number of employees locally: Volunteers andtwo part time administrative employees


What does your company do? Providesassistance to community arts organizationsin the form of mentoring, marketing andadvertising.

What do you like about being in Broomfield?Small town personality with big city dreams.

How does your company connect withBroomfield? In addition to assisting artsorganizations, BCAH has evolved as a valuablecommunity resource. We serve as a hubfor information and networking, providingassistance to community residents. BCAH staffhandles inquiries from the public regarding avast range of cultural issues.

Company Profile


Mascot: JaguarsPrincipals:Michael Nolan

(kindergarten through sixthgrade); Tammy Stringari(seventh through 12th grade)School hours: 8 a.m. to 3

p.m.Grades: K-12School Performance

Framework: Both elementaryand secondary approaching ormeet all Colorado Departmentof Education performanceindicators. More information:www.schoolview.org/.Start date: Aug. 19

Mandalay MiddleAddress: 9651 Pierce St.,

Westminster, 80021Phone: 303-982-9802Website:

sites.google.com/a/jeffcoschools.us/mandalay-middle-school/

Mascot:WolverinesPrincipal: John SchalkSchool hours: 8:20 a.m. to

3:10 p.m.Grades: 7-8School Performance


Standley Lake HighAddress: 9300 W. 104th

Ave., Westminster, 80021Phone: 303-982-3311Website: http://standley-

web.jeffco.k12.co.us/standley/html/index.htmMascot: GatorsPrincipal: Jeff PiersonSchool hours: 7:15 a.m. to

2:35 p.m.School Performance

Framework: Approaching or

meets all Colorado Departmentof Education performanceindicators. More information:www.schoolview.org/.Grades: 9-12Start date: Aug. 19

PRIVATE AND PAROCHIALSCHOOLS

Beautiful SaviorLutheran SchoolAddress: 6995 W. 120th

Ave., Broomfield, 80020Phone: 303-469-2049Mascot: StarsPrincipal: Julie PaschenSchool hours: 8:15 a.m. to

3:15 p.m.Grades: Toddler through

eighth gradeStart date: Aug. 19

Chariot ChristianSchoolAddress: 2400 Industrial

Lane, Broomfield, 80020

Phone: 303-439-9522Mascot:WarriorsPrincipal:Matthew CollierSchool hours: 8 a.m. to 3

p.m.Grades: K-12Start date: End of August

Broomfield AcademyAddress: 7203 W. 120th


www.broomfieldacademy.comMascot: TimberwolvesPrincipal: Patricia GarnerSchool hours: 8:30 a.m. to

3:30 p.m.; extended dayavailable (7 a.m. to 6 p.m.)Grades: Academic

preschool through eighth gradeStart date:Mid-August

Nativity of Our LordAddress: 900 Midway Blvd.,

Broomfield, 80020

Phone: 303-466-4177Mascot: KnightsPrincipal: Kathy ShadelSchool hours: 8:15 a.m. to

3:15 p.m. Monday throughThursday; 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.Friday.Grades: K-8Start date: Aug. 19

Holy Family HighAddress: 5195 W. 144th


www.holyfamilyhs.comMascot: TigersPrincipal: Tim GallicSchool hours: 7:55 a.m. to

2:45 p.m.Grades: 9-12Start date: Aug. 19

Front Range Academy

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SchoolsFROM PAGE 24


FROM PAGE 24Address: 1008 Depot Hill

Road, Broomfield, 80020Phone: 303-469-0496Website:

www.frontrangeacademy.comDirector: Lynne DareSchool hours:Monday

through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.Grades: 6-12Start date: Mid-August

Questar AcademyAddress: 1008 Depot Hill

Road, Broomfield, 80020Phone: 303-469-6500Website:

www.questaracademy.com/Director: Gerald DareSchool hours:Monday

through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to3 p.m.; Friday 8:30 to 1:30Grades: 6-14Start date: Year-round

PRESCHOOLS

Apple Tree ChristianAddress: 545 W. 10th Ave.,


http://appletreebroomfield.orgDirector: Jeannine BosselerSchool hours:Morning and

afternoon sessionsAges: 21/2 to 7

Bal Swan Children’sCenterAddress: 1145 E. 13th Ave.,

Broomfield, 80020Phone: 303-466-6308Website: www.balswan.orgMascot: SwansDirector: Brian ConlySchool hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30

p.m.Grades: Ages 2 through

kindergarten; children of allabilities are served at Bal Swan

including children with special,typical and gifted needs

Cross of ChristPreschool andKindergartenAddress: 12099 Lowell

Blvd., Broomfield, 80020Phone: 303 469-1574Website: www.cross-of-

christ-preschool.orgDirector: Jan MartinezSchool hours: Preschool —

9 to 11:45 a.m. Mondaythrough Thursday; kindergarten8:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Mondaythrough Thursday.Ages: 3 to 6

Kiddie AcademyAddress: 320 E. First Ave.,


http://educationaldaycare.kiddieacademy.com/Broomfield/wel

come.htmlDirector: Debbie WeedSchool hours: 6 a.m. to 6

p.m.Ages: 12 months to 12 years

The Children’s CenterPreschoolAddress: 14076 McKay Park

Circle, Broomfield 80023Phone: 303-438-9788Website:

www.mckaychildcenter.comDirector:Marilyn JonesSchool hours: 8:30 to 11:15

a.m. and 12:15 to 3 p.m.Ages: 3 to 5

PresbyterianPreschoolAddress: 350 Main St.


http://www.pcofb.org/Preschool.html

Director: Kristen ChilesSchool hours: 9 to 11:30

a.m. Monday/Wednesday orTuesday/Thursday; Friday canbe added as kindergarten-enrichment program forstudents entering kindergartenin the fall 2013. Lunch Bunchprogram also available.Ages: 3 to 5

United Church ofBroomfield PreschoolAddress: 825 Kohl St.Phone: 303-466-8355, ext.

13Website:

www.broomfielducc.org/ps.htmDirector: Nancy McKeeSchool hours: 8:30 to 11:30

a.m. Lunch bunch from 11:30a.m. to 1 p.m.Ages: 21/2 to 5

HIGHER EDUCATION ANDSee SCHOOLS on 27

Schools

Founded in 1976 asColorado’s first hospice,HospiceCare of Boulder andBroomfield Counties, is nowTRU Community Care. Why?Our old name no longer fullydescribed our organization.

In the beginning, we wereto provide compassionateend-of-life care to people whowere dying and grief supportto those who had lost a lovedone. Over the years, as ourcommunity’s needs havegrown, we have responded—with expanded programs anda growing service area. Today,in addition to our unmatchedhospice and grief support,we offer palliative homehealth and advanced illnessmanagement to people livingwith a serious disease, not just

in Boulder and BroomfieldCounties, but in surroundingregions, too.

TRU to our rootsThough our programs have

expanded, we will always beyour community hospice,dedicated to providing thequality end-of-life care that hasmade us the preferred choice ofphysicians and families for over35 years. We continue to offerexpert, compassionate medical,emotional, and spiritualsupport to terminally ill peoplewherever they live—whetherthat’s a private residence, anassisted living community or askilled nursing facility. Thosewhose needs can’t be met athome receive intensive around-the-clock care at our in-patientHospice Care Center, where

family-centered supportis provided in a peaceful,homelike environment.

We will always remainfaithful to our roots and ourcommunity. Our name haschanged. Our commitment tohospice has not.

Why TRU CommunityCare?

TRU is an acronymfor Trusted, Responsive,Unparalleled—adjectivesthat were frequently used byour community supporterswhen asked to describe ourorganization. These initials alsostand for the Trust, Respect,and Understanding we bringto the patients and familieswe serve. Moreover, the wordTRU defines our genuineand faithful commitment to

caring for our community.Plus, it’s short, easy to sayand remember and—whencombined with CommunityCare—better communicatesthe many ways we are nowhelping more people.

Spread the WordWhen you need the trusted,

responsive, unparalleled care,just ask for us by name. TRUCommunity Care.

HospiceCare of Boulder and Broomfield Counties is nowTRU Community Care

Company Profile

Business Owners: As a non-profit, weare in effect owned by and here for ourcommunity.Number of Employees: 180Year Business Opened: 1976What does your company do? TRUCommunity Care works to ensure thateveryone in our community can livewith advanced illness as comfortably,confidently, and fully as possible.


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VOCATIONAL

Front RangeCommunity CollegeAddress: 3645 W. 112th

Ave., Westminster, 80031Phone: 303-404-5000Website:

www.frontrange.eduWestminster campus vice

president: Therese BrownSchool hours: Classes

offered seven days a weekthroughout the day andevening and online.Fall 2012 enrollment (full-

time equivalent atWestminster campus): 1,712FTETotal students fall 2012:

6,430Start date: Summer — May

28 (registration begins April 16).

Fall — Aug. 19 (registrationbegins April 23).

Redstone CollegeAddress: 10851 W. 120th

Ave., Broomfield, 80021Phone: 303-466-1714

Website: www.redstone.edu

Campus president: GlennWilson

Class times: 7:30 a.m. to2:30 p.m.; 4 to 11 p.m.

Start dates: 10 start datesper calendar year; five 10-weekterms, 10 five-week classes.

Regis UniversityAddress: 1101 W. 120th

Ave., Broomfield, 80021

Phone: 800-568-8932

Website: www.regis.edu

School hours: 9 a.m. to 10p.m. Monday throughThursday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Friday; closed weekends.Start dates: Rolling

Schools

HospiceCare of Boulder and Broomfield Counties isnowTRUCommunity Care. Why? We’ve outgrownour name. We were founded in 1976 to provide

compassionate care to terminally ill people in Boulder County.As our community’s needs have changed, we’ve responded– with programs for those with advanced illness that extendbeyond hospice and a service area that reaches outsideBoulder and Broomfield Counties to encompass surroundingregions, too.

While we will always be your nonprofit hospice –faithful toour roots and to our community – our new name bettercaptures the many ways we are now helping more people.

Spread the word. When you need the trusted, responsive,unparalleled care that has made us the preferred choice ofphysicians and families for over 35 years, ask for us by name.TRU Community Care.

Hospice | Supportive Services

We’ve changedour name.It’s TRU.

303.449.7740 | TruCare.org

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By Stacey MulliganNorth Metro Fire

N orth Metro Fire Res-cue District has arich history that

began in 1946 when it wasformally known as WestAdams County Fire Protec-tion. North Metro has great-ly progressed over the past65 years, seeing manyimportant changes to theorganization, services pro-vided to our citizens and thefire industry as a whole.

Getting to knowNorth MetroNow serving a district that

covers 63 square miles witha population of approximate-ly 103,000, North Metro pro-vides fire protection, emer-gency medical services,hazardous materialsresponse and rescue servic-es to Broomfield, North-glenn and unincorporatedareas of Boulder, Adams,Weld and Jefferson counties.Residents of the fire districtare served by 99 full-timeuniformed personnel, operat-ing from seven fire stations.Headquarters is staffed with26 administrative and fireprevention personnel. NorthMetro also is directed by anelected, five-member boardof directors, which providesdirection to Fire ChiefJoseph Bruce.The underlying philoso-

phy of North Metro’s mis-sion is to be a responsive,organization that works toprovide a caring, profession-al delivery of service. Ourworking team is dedicated tokeeping our residents safeand their efforts personifyour department’s slogan,“Excellence through EachIndividual Act,” by going theextra mile to help our com-munity.North Metro is an all-haz-

ards response team andsome of the services you andyour family can count on

include:

Fire departmentoperationsNorth Metro responds to

incidents such as fires, haz-ardous materials incidentsand technical rescues, butmore than 73 percent of thecalls our firefighters respondto involve a medical emer-gency. Each North Metrofire engine and ambulance isstaffed with a minimum ofone paramedic and is fullyequipped to handleadvanced medical life sup-port. Whether responding toan individual suffering froman ongoing illness or aidingsomeone in a trauma situa-tion, North Metro paramed-ics and emergency medicaltechnicians are prepared to

help.

Ambulance MembershipProgramThe North Metro Ambu-

lance Membership Programhelps alleviate some of thefinancial stressors thatimpact a person or family inthe event of a medical emer-gency that involves ambu-lance services.The purpose of the pro-

gram is to help offset out-of-pocket medical costs by cov-ering members’ insurancedeductible or co-pay percent-age, up to $1,500 per year,for unforeseen emergenciesthat involve ambulancetransport. Annual member-ships are available for indi-viduals, families and seniors.Applications are accepted

year round.

Prevention ServicesThe North Metro Fire Pre-

vention Division works toensure all buildings in ourcommunity meet minimumnational fire codes and haz-ardous material regulations.The Fire Prevention Divisionprovides technical assistanceduring the planning, con-struction and remodeling ofstructures.

Community educationOur firefighters not only

respond to our district’semergencies, but along withour public safety educator,they support our communityby helping people of all agesincorporate life-saving toolsand strategies into their day-to-day activities. Some of the

free or low-cost programsinclude: Weekly car safetyseat fitting stations; freeblood pressure check pro-grams; CPR instruction andcertification; 911 educationfor youth and seniors andfire extinguisher training forbusinesses.North Metro is committed

to delivering superior ser-vice. As our community con-tinues to develop and grow,North Metro Fire Rescuealso will advance to providethe best quality care and ser-vices for our residents. Formore information on oureducational programs oremergency services, callheadquarters at 303-452-9910 or visit us atwww.northmetrofire.org.

NorthMetro doesmuchmore than fight firesEmergency response

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FESTIVALS FROM PAGE 4

Memorial Dayfor veterans,families,communityIn Broomfield, Memorial

Day is more than just athree-day weekend.To honor veterans near

and far, the Broomfield Vet-erans Memorial Museumhosts an annual MemorialDay Picnic to bring togetherfamilies for a patriotic barbe-cue at Broomfield CountyCommons.Participants bring picnic

baskets bursting with snacksto sit on the lawn and enjoymusic and speeches fromveterans and their lovedones.Performers such as the

Broomfield Civic Chorusand the Broomfield Sympho-ny provide entertainment,and participants can walkthrough an outdoor exhibit

featuring military uniformsand memorabilia.Service organizations such

as the Broomfield LionsClub help cook up hamburg-ers and hot dogs to roundout the picnic.This year’s picnic will be

from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May27.For more information go

to broomfieldveterans.word-press.com/.July 4 is a GreatAmerican PicnicOn the Fourth of July,

Broomfield County Com-mons flies its best red, whiteand blue for a celebration ofthe nation.Residents can bring a pic-

nic dinner or grab a bitefrom food vendors as theyset up their favorite spot towatch fireworks. Children

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FestivalsFROM PAGE 29

can decorate their bikes,trikes and wagons for a bikeparade and decoration con-test, and live bands serenadethe crowd as the sun goesdown. The festivities official-ly kick off with fun andgames starting around 5p.m.Fireworks cap off the eve-

ning. If weather is stormy,Broomfield keeps attendeesalerted to the status of thefireworks show via a stop-light — green means go, yel-low means the show is onhold and red means its can-celled.The fireworks, which typi-

cally go off around 9:15 p.m.or just after dark, drew, near-ly 25,000 spectators last year.For more information on

the festivities, go to http://www.broomfield.org/recre-ation/special/fourthofju-ly.shtml.Broomfield DayscelebratescommunityA celebration of Broom-

field’s community spirit,Broomfield Days is packedwith activities in and aroundMidway Park. Designed toinclude something for every-one, activities include a 5K, agolf tournament, a parade, atrade fair, a craft festival,food booths, concerts andactivities just for pets.One highlight is the

Broomfield Days Parade,which draws thousands forits Saturday morning displayof marching bands, floatsand dancing troupes. Theparade starts at 9:30 a.m.and marches down MidwayBoulevard.Service groups, churches,

businesses, scout troops andother community membersall have a hand in the party.Midway Park is filled withfood vendors, BroomfieldChamber of Commercemembers, artists and mer-chants, and there is enter-tainment on two stages

throughout the day. Amongthe favorites each year is theannual Best Dressed Dogcontest sponsored by localveterinarian The AnimalDoctor.Longtime community

member Paul Derda saidBroomfield Days is a unify-ing and uplifting celebration.“We are all Broomfield,”

he said during last year’sparade. “We love you guys,love this community.”This year, Broomfield

Days will be Sept. 21, withsome events, including theannual golf tournament, onSept. 20. For more informa-tion, go to http://www.broomfield.org/recre-ation/broomfieldays/enter-tainment.shtmlHonoring heroesfor Veterans DayThis year will be the 10th

annual Broomfield VeteransDay Ceremony, which hon-ors veterans with patrioticmusic, a moment of silenceand a keynote speaker. Theevent draws nearly 400 peo-ple each year, according toorganizer Vance Rasmussen.

Past speakers have includ-ed U.S. Marine Col. SeanWester, who praised Broom-field veterans for their “nev-er-give-up attitude.”Other Veterans Day events

include lectures at theBroomfield Veterans Memo-rial Museum, which opensits doors for a reception andopen house.Jerry Chesser, a museum

organizer, said the openhouse is a way to invite com-munity members for con-tinuing discussions aboutveterans and their service.“It’s our way of honoring

all the veterans from all theservices, all the wars,” hesaid.The event is tentatively

scheduled for Nov. 11 at alocation to be determined.Find out more at broomfield-veterans.wordpress.comTree lighting kicksoff holiday cheerNow in its 33rd year,

Broomfield’s annual treelighting has become a partof many families’ holiday tra-ditions.The event, which this year

is tentatively scheduled for 6p.m. Dec. 6 in front of theGeorge Di Ciero City andCounty Building, illuminatesthe city’s Christmas tree andgets families in the holidayspirit with carols and visitsfrom Santa. The past fewyears, Santa has made agrand entrance by arrivingin a helicopter.The event draws hundreds

of attendees, who bundletheir children in festive San-ta hats and warm coats togreet the holiday seasonwith a sip of hot cider and achance to meet Santa.“No matter what the

weather is, people alwayscome out for the tree light-ing,” said City CouncilmanSam Taylor.The tree lighting event

also includes performancesby school choirs and othermusical groups.Check www.broom-

field.org for more details.Easter for kids, petsand familiesEaster is hopping with kid-

friendly events and visitsfrom the Easter bunny.

“Our Easter events arepopular every year, and kidsreally enjoy it,” said DanaCabot, a recreation programmanager.Events typically take place

the week before Easter Sun-day, when Broomfield’s Rec-reation Services puts togeth-er a fun Easter party fortoddlers at the BroomfieldCommunity Center and theEggstravaganza egg huntand and Easter Bunny meet-and-greet at John ShawField.Pet-lovers can dress up

their dogs for a pet paradeand Easter bonnet costumecontest at Paws in the Parkat the Broomfield CountyCommons dog park. Petscan also go on their own Eas-ter egg hunt for dog-friendlytreats.Easter is on April 20 in

2014. For updates on 2014Easter happenings, visitwww.broomfield.org/recre-ation/special/specialev-ents.shtmlContact Enterprise Staff Writ-er Megan Quinn at 303-410-2649 or [email protected]

David R Jennings / Broomfield Enterprise

MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE: The Broomfield Police and North Metro Fire combined honor guard presents the colors at the 2012Memorial Day Picnic at Broomfield County Commons.

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