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50¢VOLUME 86, NO. 105May 26, 2012
Alamosa • Antonito • Blanca • Center • Creede • Crestone • Del Norte • Fort Garland • Hooper • La Jara • Manassa • Mosca • Moffat • Monte Vista • Romeo • Saguache • Sanford • San Luis • South Fork
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Comics ..............................Page 11
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that graduation cap .
Sun: Cloudy 69 / 31
Mon: Sunny 75 / 34
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ALAMOSA — The San Luis Valley chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold its regu-lar monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 29 at 7 p.m. at the Ramada Inn in Alamosa. This month’s meeting will feature presentations by Brisha Wakasugi and Taylor Rocha, Regional Science Fair winners of the San Luis Valley Trout Unlimited Chapter awards for proj-ects related to cold water fi sheries conservation. As always the meeting is free and open to the public. Contact Mark Seaton at 378-2751.
VALLEY —Department of Local Aff airs Executive Director Reeves Brown will visit the San Luis Valley May 29 – 30. On Tuesday, May 29, from 2:15 – 4 p.m. Brown will meet with of-fi cials from Costilla County and the towns of San Luis and Blanca and tour the Senior Nutrition Center. On Wednesday, May 30, at 8 a.m. Brown will meet with board and staff of Develop-ment Resource Group/SLV Council of Governments and tour Valley Wide Health Clinic; at 10 a.m. meet with offi cials from Conejos County and the towns of Antonito, La Jara, Manassa, Romeo and Sanford at the Public Health Nursing Ser-vice Conference Room; at 11 a.m. tour Alamosa City Hall; and from 12:30 – 2 p.m. tour Alamosa County Complex.
ALAMOSA — The City of Alamosa yard waste drop off site at Ross Ave. and Eighth St. has been closed. This area is now served by the recycling center at 1130 Old Airport Road. Contact: 589-6631 or 580-5554.
Yard waste site closed
TU hosts Science Fair
winners
DOLA head to visit SLV
By RUTH HEIDECourier editor
ALAMOSA— Water attor-neys on Friday fi led a motion in Alamosa’s district court that could potentially shut down thousands of irrigation wells in the San Luis Valley.
Arguing that the annual replacement plan for the San Luis Valley’s fi rst water management sub-district is not effective until objections over it are resolved, water attorneys with pending objections to the plan fi led a motion asking the court
to order the state engineer to curtail all well pumping within the sub-district area until arguments over the plan are settled.
Special Improvement Sub-district No. 1 encompasses just under 3,400 wells.
In the “MOTION FOR A DETERMINATION THAT THE 2012 ANNUAL RE-PLACEMENT
PLAN IS NOT IN EFFECT AND FOR AN ORDER THAT THE STATE ENGINEER
CURTAIL ALL SUBDIS-TRICT WELL PUMPING,”
objectors ask the court to enter an order determining: “(1) the State Engineer’s approval of the 2012 Plan is not effective and the 2012 Plan is not in effect; (2) Sec-tion 501(4)(c) does not shield Subdistrict Well pumping from curtailment when an annual replacement plan is not in effect; (3) the State Engineer’s obligation to curtail all well pumping that will result in injurious out-of-priority depletions, such as Subdistrict Well pumping; and (4) the State Engineer
must immediately curtail all Subdistrict Well pumping.”
The board of managers for the Valley’s fi rst sub-district, sponsored by the Rio Grande Water Conservation District, developed an an-nual plan specifying how the sub-district would comply with its goals of replacing injuries to surface water us-ers, replenishing the Valley’s aquifer and complying with Rio Grande Compact obliga-tions. The state engineer ap-proved the sub-district’s plan for this year on May 1, with
Water motion seeks well shut downobjections subsequently fi led regarding the state engineer’s decision.
Objectors have also invoked the local court’s retained jurisdiction to challenge the terms of the 2012 plan.
A status conference is scheduled for Tuesday, May 29, at 9:30 a.m. in front of Chief District Judge Pattie Swift.
“We are in uncharted ter-ritory here,” said Stéphane Walter Atencio, Alamosa
RGSR rides again
The Rio Grande Scenic Railroad took its fi rst run of 2012 over La Veta Pass on Friday. The train offi cially begins its summer schedule this morning with ceremonies on the new platform before taking passengers on the all day ride.Recycled oil and water power the steam engine over the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The Earth-friendly trip is about 124 miles round trip and takes about three hours each direction. Included is a layover in La Veta and a chance to see the RGSR's solar and wind powered concert area, wildlife and spectacular views of the mountains. See more pictures on page 8. Courier photos by Lauren Krizansky
By LAUREN KRIZANSKY
Courier staff writerALAMOSA — Allison Zaro
can see in the dark.The proof is in her paint-
ings. Created with the most intimate strokes, the col-ors meld together like the refl ection of a sunset spun around in a lake, stimulating the eyes like a ka-leidoscope on a bright afternoon. They are small, but not delicate. They are Zaro’s interpretation of the world, as she knows it, as a woman who has been going blind for 22 years.
Zaro, 51, an art-ist, soon-to-be published author and retired teacher,
was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa, an incurable, genetic eye disease that eventually leads to total blindness, while living in Jordan with her husband and
two small children. Knowing that she had inherited the dis-ease from her father, Zaro became more concerned about her children’s futures than her waning eye-sight. She committed herself to blindness research, providing the disabled with op-portunities to learn and painting, an old hobby turned coping method.
“I consider it an art therapy for myself,” said Zaro, who today has limited central vi-sion and night blind-
ness. “I enjoy painting. These are the creations that I see.”
What she sees is not as important as what others perceive in her artwork.
“A lot of what I see, I in-terpret it to be what I want it to be,” Zaro explained. “People ask me to explain my paintings, and I tell them no because everybody sees something different. It is like a Warshack test. I prefer they see what they want to see, not what I see.”
Despite her life-altering illness, Zaro has not stopped living. Growing up as a tran-sient army brat, wanderlust is in her blood. A majority of her adult life has been spent working with blind children in the Middle East and the United States, and travel-ing the world on behalf of the visually impaired. She served as Jordan’s delegate to Retinal International, procuring research for the royal family, and taught the country’s children English.
In the eye of the beholder
Allison Zaro stands with her art at the San Luis Valley museum in Alamosa. She uses painting as a form of art therapy to help with her deteriorating eye sight.
Courier photos by Lauren Krizansky
When she returned to the United States, she furthered her special needs teaching credentials, including studies under a Finnish art therapy professor, and took a position at the Virginia School for the Blind and Deaf.
She is now retired and passes much of the year in Alamosa with her husband
who is an Adams State University fi nance profes-sor. With more time and the Valley’s unparalleled inspi-ration, she is devoted to art therapy and adapting to her ever-changing sight.
“My biggest challenge now is getting enough light,” Zaro
Courier photo by Lauren Krizansky
Sargent Farmers Class of 2012Samantha Corzine, Heather Brunelli and Tori Braun move their tassels on Friday to fi nalize their graduation. See more pictures on page 7.
By RUTH HEIDECourier editor
ALAMOSA — Alamosa county commissioners ap-proved another solar facility this week.
San Luis Valley Solar Farm LLC will be located between County Lane 8 North and County Lane 9 North near existing solar facilities and the SLV substation owned by Public Service Company, Xcel and Tri-State.
To be developed in phases, the solar farm is proposed to be 30-50 megawatts initially and 150 megawatts when fully developed, Shaun Cor-nelius told commissioners during their Wednesday meeting. Cornelius is vice president for project develop-ment for Meridian Energy USA, the parent company for the solar facility.
Solar farm approvedSLV Solar Farm will con-
sist of rows of photovoltaic solar panels, similar to other projects in the county, Corne-lius explained.
He said the fi rst phase of the 946-acre project would be developed on 320 acres SLV Solar Farms LLC owns, with future phases proposed on acreage on which the com-pany has an option to buy.
He said because the sub-station is so close, no long transmission lines would have to be constructed to deliver the power from the solar farm. He added that existing transmission lines in the Valley would have the capacity to handle this fi rst phase.
The development of the complete project would re-
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Page 2 Valley Courier Saturday, May 26, 2012
RecordOBITUARY
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS
VALLEY — The San Luis Valley offers many opportu-nities for those wishing to at-tend Alcoholics Anonymous groups. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership. The groups are self supporting through contributions.
A.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution.
For more information call 719-546-1173 anytime day or night, 719-325-6020 or 719-852-0229; email aascocso@qwestoffi ce.net or go to www.slvaa.org
Steering Committee Dis-trict 3 meets the second and fourth Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 260 Worth Street, Center.
Following are meeting loca-tions and times throughout the San Luis Valley. All meet-ings are nonsmoking and open unless otherwise noted.
AlamosaSunday 5:30 p.m. Sacred
Heart School Third and Edi-son, Big Book Study
Monday 7 p.m. St. Thomas Episcopal Parish Hall 607 Fourth Street
Tuesday 6:30 a.m. St. Thomas Episcopal Parish Hall 607 Fourth Street, Early Serenity Step Meeting
Tuesday 5:30 p.m. First Christian Church 518 1st Street, Women’s Meeting
Wednesday 12 noon First
United Methodist Church 2005 Mullins, Sunshine Meeting
Wednesday 8 p.m. St. Thomas Episcopal Parish Hall 607 Fourth Street, Closed Meeting 379-3169
Thursday 6:30 a.m. St. Thomas Episcopal Parish Hall 607 Fourth Street, Early Serenity Group Dis-cussion
Friday 7 p.m. Sacred Heart School Third and Edison, Grapevine Meeting
Friday 7 p.m. Healing Hearts Christian 12 Step, Alamosa Church of Christ, 408 Victoria Ave., Alamosa, 589-4236.
Saturday 7 p.m. La Puente 913 State Street
AntonitoWednesday 6 p.m. Senior
Citizen’s Building, 701 Main Street
Saturday 6 p.m. Senior Citizen’s Building, 701 Main Street
CenterAll meetings are at 260
Worth StreetTuesday 7:30 English
speaking (754-0237)Friday 8 SpanishSunday 5-7 Spanish (850-
8883)
Creede
Monday 8 p.m. Congrega-tion Church Fellowship Hall, Red Building Main Street, Closed meeting
CrestoneSunday 7 p.m., Link Build-
ing across from the Golf Course Pro Shop
Del NorteWednesday 7:30 p.m., Rio
Grande Sheriff’s Offi ce, 640 Cherry Street, southwest door by parking lot (970-903-2349)
La JaraMonday 7:30 p.m., Cre-
ative Resource Center, 304 Walnut Street
Thursday 7:30 p.m., Cre-ative Resource Center, 304 Walnut Street
MoffatSaturday 9 a.m. Lazy KV
Clubhouse, Highway 17 & County Road C just north of Moffat. Big Book Study (665-2477)
Monte VistaTuesday 8 p.m., Presby-
terian Church, Second and Broadway, Closed Meeting
Thursday 7:30 p.m., Bap-tist Church, 751 Lincoln
Saturday 8 p.m., Presby-terian Church, Second and Broadway
San LuisWednesday 6 p.m., Amis-
tad of San Luis, 403 Main Street, third Wednesday of the month “Pot Luck” with meeting (588-9903)
SaguacheWednesday 7 p.m., Meth-
odist Church, Sixth and Christie
Al-Anon MeetingsFor friends and families
of AlcoholicsAlamosa
Amethyst Al-Anon Group, Wednesday 6:15 p.m. SLV Mental Health Center (588-4228 or 580-9560)
Step Study, Thursday, 5:30 p.m., First Christian Church, First and State, Ala-mosa (580-9560 or 588-4228)
Crestone Monday 8 p.m. POA Hall
Monte Vista Tuesday 8 p.m. 15 Coun-
try Club Drive (852-2807)
Narcotics Anonymous Meetings
Tuesday 7 p.m., St. Thomas Episcopal Hall, 607 Fourth Street, Alamosa (588-2224)
Thursday 7 p.m., St. Thomas Episcopal Hall, 607 Fourth Street, Alamosa (719-480-2255)
ALAMOSA—Alamosa resident Cindy Jo Olson, 55, died May 22, 2012 at her home in Alamosa.
Cindy was born November 28, 1956 in Laramie, Wyo-ming the daughter of Arnold and Jackie Madrid.
Cindy worked for many years helping kids realize their musical dreams and was working on starting her own music store called The Music Makers. She was an amazing Den Mother and Scout Leader. Cindy was known as “Mom” to many more than just her own children and took pride in running the Teen Center in Alamosa for a number of years. She was also an avid reader.
Cindy is survived by her loving husband Michael Olson of the family home; as well as her children Eric, Martin and Triston Madrid; two beautiful daughters-in-law and two granddaughters. Her parents Arnold and Jackie Madrid and her brother Michael Madrid also survive her as well as numerous cousins, extended family and a host of friends.
Cremation was chosen and private services will be held.Rogers Family Mortuary of Alamosa is in care of the
arrangements.
Cindy Jo Olson, 55
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ALAMOSA — The Ala-mosa Police Department has joined in the nationwide May “Click it or Ticket” campaign May 21 through June 3.
Colorado law requires all drivers and front seat pas-sengers to wear seatbelts. The minimum fi ne is $80 per violation.
The driver is also respon-sible for properly restraining young passengers in the front and back seats. The mini-mum fi ne for violating the city’s child passenger safety law is $100.
The Alamosa Police De-partment wishes to remind everyone to buckle up; it only takes three seconds. Taking the time to do so can save a life, as approximately 85 per-cent of traffi c fatalities occur within fi ve miles of home. If involved in a collision, an air-
bag will only protect vehicle occupants if they remain in the vehicle.
Most people who do not buckle up are killed because they are ejected.
Wearing a seatbelt will sig-nifi cantly increase chances of survival, and airbags provide supplemental protection.
Funding for the May “Click it or Ticket” campaign has been provided through a fed-eral grant from the Colorado Department of Transporta-tion. During this campaign a strict “no warning” policy has been issued by National Highway Traffi c Safety Ad-ministration and the Offi ce of Traffi c Safety — ALL seat-belt violations will receive a citation.
Please buckle up, drive safely and don’t drink and drive.
SAGUACHE COUNTY — The Northern SLV Conser-vation Roundtable presents, “Where Does Our Water in Large Watersheds Come From?” on Wednesday, June 6 at 7 p.m. at the Baca Grande POA Hall, 68575 County Rd. T west of Crestone. This educational event will repeat on Thurs. June 7 at 7 p.m. at the Saguache Road & Bridge meeting room, 305 3rd St., Saguache.
Marty Frisbee, Ph.D. will speak about his groundwa-ter and streamfl ow research in the Saguache Creek wa-tershed. Frisbee’s disserta-tion research focused on investigating the role of deep groundwater on the generation and geochemical evolution of streamfl ow in the Saguache Creek watershed. He earned his Ph.D. in hydrol-ogy in 2010 from New Mexico Tech. His presentation will be non-technical.
The Saguache Creek wa-tershed was chosen as an ideal study watershed. Re-search results show that deep groundwater is a pri-mary control on streamfl ow generation and streamfl ow chemistry across all drain-age sizes in the Saguache Creek watershed. For the fi rst time ever, they were able to show that contributions of groundwater to streamfl ow increase as drainage area increases, and these contri-butions from groundwater
SOUTH FORK — The second annual Break the Cycle Race against Domestic Violence 5K Walk/Run will be held on Saturday, June 16.
The race will start at 8:30 a.m. sharp at the corner of Birch St and Frontage Rd in South Fork and will loop around Beaver Mountain Estates. Entry is open to all ages and is $25 per person. T-shirts will be given to the fi rst 50 participants to register.
The Break the Cycle against Domestic Violence 5 K run is sponsored by Heather Meyer, M.A., C.H.T., owner of Aspire Wellness Counseling, LLC.
“I have worked to promote dating and domestic violence awareness, am the founder of the San Luis Valley Break the Cycle Scholarship and annual Break the Cycle Race against Domestic Violence 5K Walk/Run,” Meyer says.
Prizes will be awarded to the top four fi nishers and door prizes will also be given away. Prizes include gift cer-tifi cates, hotel accommoda-tions, rafting trips and more.
For more information or to register, please email [email protected].
Funds raised from the race benefi t the San Luis Valley Break the Cycle Scholarship.
Aspire Wellness sponsors 5K race
Watershed presentation set
Click it or ticket
Colorado State Patrol’s Weekly Note:
An Honor to Serve, A Duty to Protect the San Luis Valley !
Memorial Day Weekend.
Do not drink and drive or travel with anyone who has been drinking. Wear your seatbelt at all times. Make sure your vehicle has been properly serviced and is in good working shape before a long road trip. Familiarize yourself with your surroundings if you are in an unfamiliar place and know where the nearest emergency room is to you at all times in case of an emergency.
www.csp.state.co.us
may be signifi cantly older than previous research in smaller drainages has indi-cated (thousands of years in Saguache Creek as opposed to months or years observed in other small drainages). The findings in Saguache Creek have important local, regional, and even global im-
plications for understanding of how large watersheds work and how they will respond to future change. Research is continuing.
Q&A during/following the presentations. Refreshments will be served. For more in-formation, 719-221-8434 or [email protected].
Saturday, May 26, 2012 Valley Courier Page 3
Valley NewsWater■ Continued from Page 1
attorney representing ob-jectors Richard Ramstetter and Peter D. Atkins. “It’s something that’s never been done before.”
Other attorneys par-ticipating in the May 25 motion were Timothy R. Buchanan, and
Eric R. Potyondy repre-senting objectors San Anto-nio, Los Pinos and Conejos River Acequia Preserva-tion Association and Save Our Senior Water Rights, LLC and Erich Schwiesow representing objector Cos-tilla Ditch Company.
The objectors argued, “This court and the Su-preme Court have held that the plan is tantamount to, and should be reviewed under the standards appli-cable to rules and regula-tions promulgated by the State Engineer. Rules and regulations cannot become effective until all objec-tions thereto are heard and resolved by the court.”
Atencio said this motion could have been avoided if the sub-district had been set up differently. He said the way the sub-district was devised, its annual replacement plan performs the function of state rules and regulations so when the plan is in place, wells within the sub-district can continue pumping. Without that plan being in place, Atencio argued, those wells should not be allowed to operate.
The objectors’ May 25 motion stated that the water rights decreed to the sub-district wells are generally junior to sur-face water rights and are junior to objectors’ senior surface water rights so withdrawal of water from those sub-district wells results in out-of-priority depletions and material injury to senior surface water rights, including those of objectors.
“They could have avoided this if they structured the plan differently, but that’s what they wanted and the state engineer is obligated to curtail the well pumping until the objections are re-solved. That’s what the law says,” Atencio said.
“We are hopeful that the sub-district will now be amenable to discussing settlement.”
He added, “It’s a pretty straightforward motion.”
Atencio said this is a case of “be careful what you ask for because you might get it,” because objectors are simply following the protocols set up by the sub-district.
“That’s the way they
wanted it handled.”Steve Vandiver, man-
ager for the sponsoring Rio Grande Water Conser-vation District, said the district and sub-district boards disagreed with Atencio and his fellow objectors.
“Obvious ly we don ’ t agree and we are operat-ing the annual replacement plan as was approved by the state engineer,” Van-diver said on Friday after the objectors’ motion was filed. “The objectors have their point of view and we obviously disagree.”
He said the sub-district has begun delivering water to the river in accordance with the state’s require-ments to replace injurious depletions. Acreage is also being fallowed within the sub-district and water has been acquired to begin replenishing the aquifer.
“We are proceeding with operating and implement-ing the plan as approved by the state and believe we are operating in compliance with the Supreme Court decree and the decrees of the water court,” Vandiver said.
He said the sub-district board is moving forward with its 2012 plan and already looking forward to 2013.
“We obviously believe we are heading in the right direction,” he said. “We are obviously not pleased with having to go back to court again over what we have worked so hard to do. We believe we are doing what we are required to do and what we believe is correct.”
Vandiver added that it appeared the objectors did not believe what the sub-district was doing was enough.
Atenc io sa id a lmost 309,000 acre feet of water is estimated to be pumped by wells in the sub-district area this year, but a new phase of a groundwater model relied upon by the state and the sub-district only shows 4,700 acre feet of depletions. He and other objectors have a problem with that number, he said.
They have several other problems with the sub-dis-trict’s annual replacement plan, he said, including: groundwater model results and analysis not revealed; failure to secure sustain-ability of the aquifer; failure to address future depletions caused by pumping this year; and the use of Closed Basin Project water to re-place pumping depletions.
“The district has to show and tell, but it seems like the district wants to play hide and seek,” Atencio said. “We had no choice to fi le objections because the annual replacement plan is inadequate.”
Eye■ Continued from Page 1
said. “It has to be a very bright light for me to focus on my work. Sometimes I will paint something here, and when I see it under the bright light it isn’t at all what I thought I was paint-ing because I couldn’t see it very well.”
When she is not here, she is back in Virginia where she has access to different, and inventive, tools.
“There I have a close cap-tion television that has a very bright light that I can enlarge,” Zaro said. “I will paint very small and I can see it on a screen. I have a better understanding of what it is.”
Understanding her subject is Zaro’s forte. Her misfor-tune resulted in a life she might not have predicted, but has not ever hindered her purpose.
“I had to embrace it,” Zaro said. “I have two chil-dren who have a chance of acquiring this disease, so I felt I owed it to them to be very optimistic and upbeat. I think they have seen that I don’t give up.”
She also draws on her fa-ther’s struggles with losing his eyesight, which went
undiagnosed while he was alive.
“My father did not handle it well,” Zaro said. “He was a West Point graduate and used to being in charge. I saw that he didn’t deal with it well. I wanted to make sure I didn’t do that. I didn’t fall into that slump.”
If she could sit with her father today in the darkness they share, she thinks his fi nal years would have been fi lled with her colors. He was known to fi nd serenity behind an easel while bat-tling bone cancer.
“It would have destroyed him to know that he had passed it on to me, but I think we would have had fun,” Zaro said. “Over the last few years of his life, he did more and more paint-ing. I have learned so much about the disease that I would have encouraged him to attend conferences and to learn brail; to take an active role in it.”
Zaro’s art is for sale at the San Luis Valley Mu-
seum through May 31. Half of the proceeds will go to
the museum and her work is priced to accommodate
the 99 percent. She is also available to
work with visually im-paired area youth. Contact
Zaro at [email protected].
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-quire additional transmis-sion, he said, “but we believe there’s an opportunity to build some of it with existing transmission.”
Cornelius said the solar facility would use very little water, just enough to wash the dust off the panels a few times a year. Phase 1 of the project would require about 4 acre feet of water annually, and the full development when completed would re-quire about 15 acre feet per year. Agreements are in place with SLV Water Conservancy District to support that, Cor-nelius said. He added this facility would use less water than agricultural operations.
The site would be fenced with an 8-foot-high chain link fence, he added.
Cornelius said SLV Solar Farm does not yet have an agreement with utility com-panies to sell the power and will not proceed with con-struction until that is in place, but he hoped that would be in place later this year so construction could begin next year. If that occurs, construc-tion would take 9-10 months and the solar farm could be operational by the end of next year, he explained.
Cornelius said his company has developed an agreement with the county providing for decommissioning of the site in the future in the event the solar farm is disbanded at some point. The agreement includes the provision to re-vegetate the property, for example. A fi nancial bond is also part of the agreement.
San Luis Valley Solar Farm proposes to install photovoltaic solar panels similar to these existing facilities at a site between County Lane 8 North and County Lane 9 North.
Courtesy photo by Nelda Curtiss
Cornelius described the economic benefits of this project to the area including an infusion of wages and payments to contractors during construction, some employment following con-struction and property taxes that will be greater than what the county is currently collecting on these pieces of property. He said he has also discussed with the county offi cials the possibility of providing additional com-munity support, and Merid-ian is very comfortable with doing that.
He said the company sought approval from the county first because its chances of acquiring a power purchasing agreement with utility companies would
be greatly improved if the county approval was in place.
Gary Tuttle, the county’s consultant for 1041 permits, told the commissioners this project complied with 1041 regulations.
County Land Use Manag-er Juan Altamirano recom-mended approval subject to several conditions including the decommission restora-tion plan.
The county commission-ers unanimously approved the required 1041 permit for the solar farm following a public hearing on May 23. Few comments or questions were heard from the public, and no one objected to the solar farm permit.
Commissioner Michael
Yohn said he appreciated the effort that went into this application.
Commissioner Darius Al-len said one of the benefi ts of solar farms in the county is the water reduction on former agricultural land, which has to happen. When ag land is dried up, however, the revenue from crops on that land is lost, Allen added. Alternative revenue from projects such as this is vital to the county, par-ticularly when the company is willing to donate money for community projects, he said.
He said the company’s willingness to put up a bond for future site remediation and decommissioning is another benefi t.
By TORI VIGILCourier staff writer
LA JARA — Like many other towns in the Valley, La Jara has voluntarily given up their chlorination waiver.
In 2010, the Colorado Water Quality Control Com-mission (CWQCC) voted unanimously to no longer grant water treatment waiv-
ers, which allowed some water providers, such as the North Conejos School District, Manassa, Sanford, La Jara and others not to chlorinate their water.
The decision by CWQCC to ban the waivers came after increased water contamina-tion instances throughout Colorado, such as the salmo-nella outbreak in Alamosa a
La Jara decides to chlorinate waterfew years back. John Klomp, who is on the commission, said this showed the im-portance of updating Colo-rado’s standards for public drinking water. The new criteria were developed to ensure that water treat-ment facilities throughout Colorado which provided public drinking water would be distributing water that didn’t endanger public health.
La Jara Town Manager Dennis Koeing said the estimated cost for the town’s chlorination project is around $729,000. All costs are being covered by a grant from a state fund that allows small communities in lower income areas to receive monies for such projects.
The project is scheduled to start in June and fi nish some time in October. Fund-ing will cover the updating of the town’s two wells, which will be automated and computerized; a 60,000 gallon contact tank 21 feet across and 28 feet high with a drip system for the chlorine; and a new water line on Poplar and Second streets. The work will re-quire the town to relocate the pavilion.
Koenig said there should be no interruption of service to town residents and there will be no change in their water bills. He said the only difference that may be noticed is the steady fl ow of pressure. In the past, there was a fl uctuation in
the water pressure when many residents were using it, and this new system should eliminate that problem.
The engineering fi rm cho-sen for this project is Aten-cio Engineering Inc. out of Colorado City. The town is required to proceed with this project, as it provides water to the elementary school and state codes require all schools to be chlorinated.
The North Conejos School district is nearing the com-pletion of their chlorination project. The project was estimated at approximately $81,000. A majority of the costs were an 8X10 building, several feet of 24” under-ground piping, chlorine hold-ing tanks and an electrical meter to monitor the chlo-rine. Maintenance for the new treatment system will cost about $1,500 per year.
Earlier this year, the town of San Luis fell under a boil water advisory due to contamination in their water supply that caused a week-long closure of the Centennial School District. The San Luis Water and Sanitation District also de-cided to voluntarily give up their waiver.
Monte Vista and Manassa adopted the new state orders to chlorinate their drinking water in 2010.
STAFF REPORTCREEDE — Excitement is
growing as the June produc-tion date of Disney and Jerry Bruckheimer Films’ ‘The Lone Ranger’ approaches.
Residents of this mountain town are accustomed to get-ting ready for summer tour-ism to begin by Memorial Day weekend, but this year there is more activity than usual.
The oldest and most his-toric buildings in Creede are being renovated. Bricks, more than 100 years old, are being re-chinked and many interior walls and ceilings are getting re-painted or spruced up. Windows are being cleaned and storefront displays show-case their summer wares.
The city of Creede man-dated residents to spruce up yards and “yard-art,” and the results are stunning.
Main Street has never been more beautiful. The oldest part of Creede now looks like the newest and gives folks the understanding of how these structures appeared more than a century ago.
Whether one is excited or concerned about the building of another town the size of the winter population of Creede, in a closed set just north of
Movie has Creede bustlingthe gorgeous mountain com-munity, everyone shares the same sense of commitment to making the production work smoothly in a town once fa-mous for high quality silver fl owing from her veins.
Prosperity seems to be fl owing once again in this boom-and-bust community whose distant past when men wore guns on their hips also included a mining town above Creede called Bachelor.
The Public Health Nurse is implementing a countywide plan to prepare for a host of other emergencies which could happen.
A shop or restaurant owner may see dollar signs.
The sheriff might have thoughts of public safety and worries about what crazed Johnny Depp fans might do.
Even though the stars, Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer, have their own personal security, the sheriff must prepare for anything.
The towering cliff walls hide most of the production set from public view, while the extra security, off-duty police and private contractors are on hand to keep people away from the production’s location.
ALAMOSA — The Alamosa Chamber of Commerce In-dependence Day Parade is coming up soon. The theme for this year is “America, a Land of Many Cultures.” Sign up as a fl oat, music group, animal group, dancers or even just a walking group. The parade is Wednesday, July 4 at 10 a.m. Registration is available at the Depot, Chamber offi ce, offi [email protected] or by calling Barbara at 589-3681. Deadline for registration is Monday, June 25 at 5 p.m.
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M O N T E V I S T A — Homelake Veterans Muse-um Hours from May through October will be Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 12 noon and 1-3 p.m. and Saturday 1-3 p.m.
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As the NATO Summit in Chicago draws near, President Barack Obama should take a good look at what poll after recent poll has stated clearly: Public opinion in this country wants United States and NATO troops home from Afghanistan, sooner rather than later.
With our country still trying to dig out of the economic crisis and local services being cut, most people feel that we need to stop spending money on war and fund education and infrastructure instead.
The trillions being spent on war would go a long way to restore funding for higher education. In Colorado alone, taxpayers will spend over $1,100 per person for the military.
NATO should be retired, not re-purposed. Its Cold War-era rationale has ended, and we shouldn’t continue to funnel human and economic resources toward a military alliance that has outlived its purpose.
President Obama, the pro-peace majority in this country wants to take a different path.
Don Thompson,Alamosa
In 1972, Congress passed legislation that established the Closed Basin project (Public Law 92-514 ) and appropriated 94 million dollars, plus or minus $31 million for the construction of the canal and the wells to be used to pump up ground water to fi ll the canal. (How is that for a slush fund??) It was envisioned to be able to supply over 100,000 acre feet (af) of water a year, yet in its best year to date the basin project has not reached even half of that amount. Presently, it has been pumping a dismal 17,000 af a year because of limited water supplies lawfully available and physical problems with the water wells plugging.
There is also the water quality issue that does not allow the water to be used to meet Compact standards because of too many dis-solved solids. So in the real world, the closed basin project would be considered a failure, but since it is operated by the feds (Bureau of Reclamation), the pot of money for opera-tion is easily refi lled with taxpayer money.
Now we have farmers forming sub districts with the intent of taxing themselves for each acre they irrigate, so that the tax money can be used to “buy out” other farmers and pay them not to plant crops in order to save water usage with the goal of recharging the unconfi ned aquifer. This is the same aquifer from which the closed basin is pumping!
Does it strike anyone reading this as
The wind is blowing the wil-low tree branches (and leaves); and the fi nches and sparrows are hanging on tightly. It’s amazing how the feathered visitors to the tree can ride a whipping branch and endure such environmental adversity as sand laying waste to breathable air.
I can see the lesson in this scene as a metaphor to hang on no mat-ter what blows your way.
I have known people who suf-fered from depression all my life and early on I decided on develop-ing tools to help me bloom despite the vagabond life as a U.S. Air Force dependent; so I diversifi ed my inter-ests to include not only walking along the Mercedes levee collecting shiny quartz and dusty rocks in a cookie tin but also carry-ing my pencil and Crayola Crayons in my pockets. I could see in my mother the lack of multiple interests and wanted to climb
beyond the small world of ro-mance magazines.
Sometimes having multiple interests broadens one’s focus; and it has done that for me. My interests in words, pho-tography, poetry, landscaping and rescuing animals served to help me fi ght my own Don Quixote windmills as my life ebbs and fl ows.
The sixties had songs that en-couraged like “Hang-on to what you got” by Frankie Valli, Sheb Wooley’s “Purple-people Eater,” and Gerry and the Pacemakers’ “Don’t let the sun catch you
crying.” Let’s remember that the teenager of the sixties brought a swamp-cooler full of angst; and teens now with their Hip-hop or new country are still like the ancient teens—with or without Elvis.
Walking has been a pass-time sanctioned by the likes of Bob Greene (of Oprah exercise
and living well fame). The other day I walked my two cockers along the Rio Grande levee and savored the sunshine peeking through the cottonwoods and the squirrels running up the tree. Other families with dogs were walking too. Students from the high school (or college) physical education programs jogged by as well. Along the bank, I noticed a photographer kneeling by the cattails to capture the shot she wanted. It felt so good to revel in the peek-a-boo sunshine through the cottonwoods and watch those locally bred squirrels make like a Disney woodland character and scamper away.
Just one metaphor, the wind through a willow testing wildlife, can hold the key to thriving mental health, a longing for music, a path to walk or even or an historic hobby like collecting rocks (geology interests, too). One, like you and me, can be what we want to be or what calls to us.
“Look out for that tree!” as George of the Jungle would sing and that hidden metaphor this Memorial Day.
The meaning of Memorial Day has been lost, I fear, in the commercialization that accompanies U.S. holidays.
There are red, white and blue items galore, along with expensive, artifi cial, fl oral displays to be placed on graves of
loved ones.I have no argument
with that, but we need to all remember the original meaning of the holiday.
When I was small, my grandparents called it “decoration day” and we made our annual pilgrimage to “Sol-diers Home,” where my great-grandfather lay in eternal rest.
They had a ceremony there and we took along a picnic lunch, but we also took along a bucket, brush and
strong soap to thoroughly clean great-granddad’s tombstone.
Then we put fl owers in front of the stone, usually in a water-fi lled fruit jar, and al-ways from my aunt’s fl ower garden. Sweet peas, lilacs, irises and baby’s breath, the bouquet was beautiful.
They remembered the elderly Civil War veteran. I didn’t, he died long before I was born. As time passed, I became unable to fi nd his grave.
Memorial Day is a time to remember those who have died in our nation’s service, or those who served, came home and passed on. He was disabled from being held — and starved – at Andersonville, one of the most brutal of Civil War prisons.
Today, at many cemeteries, the graves of veterans have become neglected, while decorations on other graves have increased in elegance.
Again, I won’t argue with that. However, I would suggest taking along an extra bunch of fl owers to decorate the grave of a long-forgotten veteran.
We did that in December during Wreaths Across America. I placed a wreath on the long-barren grave of my great-grandfather and ordered an extra wreath for the grave of a veteran who might be forgotten.
The feeling of satisfaction was immense. I plan to do it again Monday with fl owers, both at the Colorado State Veterans Center and Alamosa cemetery.
We won’t have a picnic, since I will be working, but there will be renewed mean-ing for the day, at least for me.
Part of it will come from attending the Sgt. Glen E. Martinez memorial scholar-ship run and veterans golf tournament this morning; another part will be from simply pausing in silence to think of all the young men and women who have died in our nation’s most recent wars.
I will wear poppies from both the VFW and American Legion;
I will smile at the good memories and weep at our loss;
and I will forever remember the sacri-fi ces that have been made for the cause of freedom.
And there will be tears when “Taps” is played.
Thank you for your service to our country.
We wanted to say a hearty THANK YOU to the members of the community who sup-ported our opposition to the establishment of an industrial park in our rural neighborhood East of Alamosa.
Also, THANK YOU County Commission-ers for your vote to decline the rezoning application at the meeting yesterday. We greatly appreciate the help of everyone who contributed to this effort.
SLV Rural Preservation Group
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A metaphor for Memorial Day!
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TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1865, the last Confederate forces fi ghting the Civil War surrendered.In 1868, the Senate failed to convict Presi-dent Andrew Johnson in his impeachment trial by only one vote.In 1994, President Bill Clinton announced that the United States would no longer link China’s trade status with its human rights record.TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Al Jolson (1886-1950), singer; Dorothea Lange (1895-1965), photographer; John Wayne (1907-1979), actor; Peggy Lee (1920-2002), singer; Miles Davis (1926-1991), jazz musician; Stevie Nicks (1948- ), singer/songwriter; Sally Ride (1951- ), astronaut; Lenny Kravitz (1964- ), singer/songwriter; Helena Bon-ham Carter (1966- ), actress; Matt Stone (1971- ), screenwriter/TV producer.TODAY’S SPORTS: In 1959, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Harvey Haddix pitched the longest perfect game in history -- 12 innings -- only to lose 1-0 in the 13th.TODAY’S FACT: Only two U.S. presidents in history went on to serve in Congress following their time in the nation’s highest offi ce: John Quincy Adams and Andrew Johnson.TODAY’S QUOTE: “Photography takes an instant out of time, altering life by holding it still.” -- Dorothea LangeTODAY’S NUMBER: 28,231 -- parole passes given to Confederate soldiers by Gen. Ulysses S. Grant after their 1865 surrender at Appomattox Court House in Virginia.TODAY’S MOON: Between new moon (May 20) and fi rst quarter (May 28).
problematic for taxpayer money to be used by the government to pump water out of the ground in the closed basin and shipping it downriver to southern states, and then have farmers paying a per acre charge so they may continue farming? If we are serious about bringing the aquifer back to levels of past years, why not stop government pumps in the closed basin as well as private farms if necessary until the desired water level is obtained underground??
While the idea of pumping unused water from the basin may have had some merit 40 or 50 years ago, today the valley water tables are in a more depleted condition, and the closed basin project is no longer neces-sary or desirable. While some of the basin water is used to supply the Alamosa Wildlife refuge, that area also has their own water rights, both wells and from surface water in the Chicago ditch, and could exist without basin water as a supplement.
This summer it appears the Rio Grande river will have a very low water fl ow from Ala-mosa south to the New Mexico line, because the farmers upstream have been allowed to over appropriate the water, so they probably like the idea of the basin being pumped to supplement the river fl ow. However, where is that underground water coming from? Could it perhaps run downgrade from as far north as Moffat and Crestone areas, or from farm areas in sub district number one? While there are observation wells located around the edge of the closed basin and those wells are not supposed to be allowed to drop more than two feet while basin wells are pumping, do they give a complete picture of underground water fl ows? The cone of depression around a pumping well is very local, yet water fl ows great distances underground, moving slowly over periods of time, so that letting the farm-ers use the usual amount of water in a year of short snowfall in the mountains is stress-ing the entire valley which will not recover quickly. What is the best solution?
Would valley residents be willing to cut back across the board, every water user a certain percentage, for a year or more, to see if the water in the unconfi ned aquifer increased? Or would you rather contact your federal government offi cials in congress and ask them to refrain from pumping the basin project for a number of years if you believe it would increase the groundwater supplies?
The fi nal authority over this project is the
Secretary of Interior, who just happens to be Ken Salazar from the Valley. But congress could defi nitely have an impact if they were to specifi cally cut funding for the BOR and closed basin project.
Respectfully submittedLeon Moyer
Alamosa
Rural residents grateful for county decision
Understanding water and governmental regulation thereof
Retire NATO
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The following are upcoming San Luis Valley events. To add an event, please email the infor-mation to [email protected]; fax it to 589-6573; or bring a typed notice to the Valley Cou-rier, 2205 State, Alamosa.
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
ALAMOSA — The Rio Grande Scenic Railroad will have their opening weekend May 25-27. Get tickets by calling 877-726-RAIL.
CRESTONE — The Crestone Metaphysical Fair & Quantum Reality Conference is May 26-28. Partake in readings, massages, aura photos, astrol-ogy, crystals, books, music, tarot, numerology, palmistry, natural and holistic healing, herbs, handcrafts, booths, lectures and workshops at the White Eagle Inn. Free general admission. See CrestoneFair.com or call 719-256-5462.
FORT GARLAND — The Fort Garland Museum will host Civil War Reenactments May 26-27. Demonstrations will include artillery fi re, Cavalry forma-tions, marching and drills. Admission into the museum is $5 for adults, $4.50 for seniors, and $3.50 for children. Contact: 719-379-3512.
CREEDE — Creede hosts A Taste of Creede, A Festival of Fine Arts and Dining May 26 through May 27. Events begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday. Artists’ demonstrations will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday. The Silver Chef cooking competition will be at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. On Sunday events include Art-ists’ Quick Draw from 1-2 p.m., followed by the art auction at 2:30 p.m. There will be art on display, a variety of vendors, live music and children’s activi-ties. Contact: 719-658-2374.
Saturday, May 26
ALAMOSA — American Le-gion Auxiliary members will be giving away poppies made by veterans from 9 a.m. to noon in Alamosa at the post offi ce, City Market, Wal-Mart, Safeway and Green Spot. Any donations received will go back to the veterans.
CREEDE — The National Small Print Show opens on Saturday, May 26th at 5:30 p.m. at the Creede Repertory Theatre.
ALAMOSA —Doctor Robert, The Beatles Tribute will per-form on Saturday, May 26 at 7 p.m. at the San Luis Valley Brewing Co., Alamosa.
ANTONITO — The 2012 Sea-son starts for the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad May 26. Celebrate the start of their sea-son with hot dogs, soda, chips provided by Toltec Catering. Colorado Governor John Hick-enlooper will deliver remarks at the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad’s opening day festivi-ties. Call 1-888-286-2737.
Sunday, May 27
SAGUACHE — Come to Saguache on Sunday, May 27 for a full day of events, as The Saguache County Museum celebrates its 54th Annual opening with 5/10 K and bike race at the Library at 7:30 a.m., parade at 11 a.m., beef barbecue at noon in the Community Bldg., in the park,
booths in the park and events at the museum.
ALAMOSA — The American Legion will place flags on known veterans’ graves on May 27 at 1 p.m. If a relative or friend of a veteran has been in-advertently overlooked, please feel free to help place the fl ags.
Monday, May 28
ALAMOSA — On Memorial Day, May 28, local tributes will begin at 10 a.m. at the VFW plot in the Alamosa Cemetery.
MONTE VISTA— Colora-do State Veterans Center Homelake plans a Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 28, at 9:30 a.m. at the Homelake Cemetery, 3749 Sherman Ave., Monte Vista, with Honor and Color Guards, USS General Patrick Bell Toll-ing, Wreath Presentations, Ft. Garland Memorial Regiment and Keynote Speaker Manert Kennedy. The Homelake His-tory Center & Museum will be open following the service until 12:30 p.m. Dorothy’s cinnamon rolls will be served following the observance in the Old Dining Room. Flyovers are scheduled throughout the Valley between 9:45 a.m. and 10 a.m. Call 852-5118.
RITO ALTO — The Annual Rito Alto Cemetery Picnic will be held on Memorial Day, Monday, May 28. This is a potluck so bring some vittles and uten-sils. Lunch will begin at 12:30 p.m. in the church.
CREEDE — The Elks Lodge hosts a Memorial Day ceremo-ny on Monday, May 28, at 10 a.m. on Main Street. Contact: 658-2661.
Tuesday, May 29
MONTE VISTA — SLV Rural Electric Co-op board meeting is May 29 at 9:30 a.m. at the headquarters in Monte Vista.
ALAMOSA — Splashland open on May 29 for their sec-ond year under new ownership. Lap swim will be available Tuesday-Friday from 6-8 a.m. Regular hours will be 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thurs-day, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays. The pool will be closed on Mondays for cleaning. Call 589-6258.
ALAMOSA — Alamosa Coun-ty Clerk & Recorder Melanie Woodward reminds all Ala-mosa County residents that Tuesday, May 29, is the last day to register to vote in the Primary Election, to be held on June 26. The Alamosa County Clerk’s offi ce is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Residents may also register to vote at the Colo-rado Drivers License Bureau, Alamosa City Hall and Hooper Town Hall. Call 589-6681.
ALAMOSA -- The San Luis Val-ley chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 29 at 7 p.m. at the Ramada Inn in Alamosa. This month’s meet-ing will feature presentations by Brisha Wakasugi and Taylor Rocha. As always the meeting is free and public. Contact Mark Seaton at 378-2751.
Thursday, May 31
ALAMOSA — Singer/song-writer Jenny Bird will present new songs as well as other favorites on Thursday, May 31,
at 7:30 p.m. in Leon Memorial, Adams State, Alamosa.
Friday, June 1
CREEDE — Award-winning musical comedy The Drowsy Chaperone opens on Friday, June 1 at 7:30 pm at Creede Repertory Theatre. Visit www.creederep.org or call 658-2540.
June 1-3
ALAMOSA — Enjoy Summer-fest on the Rio in Cole Park, Alamosa, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 1-3, with free entertainment and a variety of craft and food booths.
ALAMOSA — Friends of the Alamosa Public Library sale with 30,000 books will be held at the Friends’ shed north of the Alamosa Post Offi ce and west of Cole Park on June 1-3. Sale hours are from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, June 1; from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 2; and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 3. To volunteer, call FOL President Erin Smith, 589-6161.
Saturday, June 2
CREEDE—The Creede/ Min-eral Arts and Recreation will sponsor a soap-making work-shop on June 2, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Creede Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Reg-istration is limited to 20 people. Call Eloise at 719-658-2276. Fee is $20 per person.
MONTE VISTA — A free lun-cheon for all paid members of the Trailwise Back Country Horsemen will be held, Sat. June 2, at 11 a.m. at Dos Rios Restaurant. Please RSVP, 657-9116. Memberships can be paid or renewed that day at the luncheon. This luncheon is also to reactivate the Back Country Horsemen Chapter in the San Luis Valley. Non-riding members are welcome.
MONTE VISTA – Members of the Homelake Historic Preser-vation and Restoration will hold a fundraising yard sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 2, in the parking area near the history museum. Various items will be for sale, from furniture to knick-knacks.
MONTE VISTA — Commu-nity members are invited to a guided birding tour on a conserved ranch along the Rio Grande, west of Monte Vista, on Saturday, June 2 from 8-11 a.m. Cost is $35 to support RiGHT’s conservation work. Space is limited. Contact: 719-657-0800 or email [email protected].
Sunday, June 3
SARGENT — Square dance on Sunday, June 3rd at Sar-gent School Elementary Gym, 7090 N County Road 2 East, Monte Vista, from 3-5 p.m. Please bring snacks to enjoy during the dance. Call Sylvia at 852-4461, Larry at 852-3190 or Gail at 850-1303. There will NOT be a potluck meal follow-ing the dance.
Monday, June 4
VALLEY — The National Park Service’s Intermountain Region and the Board of Directors of the Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area will conduct a public meeting to examine the concept of a national historical park in the San Luis Valley on June 4 at the Blanca-Ft. Garland Community Center, 175591 E. Highway 160, Blanca, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 5
DEL NORTE — Rio Grande County Department of Social Services and the TEFAP pro-gram will distribute commodi-ties on June 5 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Rio Grande Annex in Del Norte.
VALLEY — The National Park Service’s Intermountain Region and the Board of Directors of the Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area will conduct a public meeting to examine the concept of a national historical park in the San Luis Valley on June 5 at the parish hall of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 6633 County Road 13, Conejos, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 6
ALAMOSA — Kick off the summer reading program at Alamosa Public Library on June 6 at 10 a.m. with a free event featuring Steve Weeks, a master storyteller and singer.
MONTE VISTA — Rio Grande County Department of Social Services and the TEFAP pro-gram will distribute commodi-ties on June 6 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Masonic Building, 40 Batterson St., Monte Vista.
CRESTONE — The Northern SLV Conservation Roundtable presents, “Where Does Our Water in Large Watersheds Come From?” on Wednesday, June 6 at 7 p.m. at the Baca Grande POA Hall, 68575 County Rd. T west of Crest-one. Contact: 719-221-8434 or [email protected].
Thursday, June 7
SAGUACHE — The Northern SLV Conservation Roundtable presents, “Where Does Our Water in Large Watersheds Come From?” on Thursday, June 7 at 7 p.m. at the Sagua-che Road & Bridge meeting room, 305 3rd St., Saguache. Contact: 719-221-8434 or [email protected].
MONTE VISTA — The 62nd annual meeting of the Monte Vista Cooperative will be held on June 7 at Ski Hi Park at 5:30 p.m. A $2 non-refundable reservation fee is required for the scholarship fund. The busi-ness meeting will follow the dinner. The annual meeting is open to MVC members only. Call 852-5181.
FORT GARLAND — Bring a plant and help spruce up the Fort Garland Park from 9:30-11:30 a.m. on June 7. Ice
cream will be enjoyed by vol-unteers following the activity.
Saturday, June 9
MONTE VISTA — On Satur-day, June 9, the City of Monte Vista will accept brush, rub-bish, trash, and junk from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Ski Hi. Space is limited; first come, first serve. Items that will NOT be accepted include chemical, oils, furniture or mattresses, paints, solvents, tires, and ap-pliances. This event is free and open to Monte Vista residents only. Bring a copy of utility bill for access.
DEL NORTE —Wildwood Sounds Mini Music Festival III 2012 Benefi t Concert will be Saturday, June 9 at 850 Grand Ave., Del Norte. Minimum donation is $20 at the door. Doors open at 11 a.m., and music begins at noon. Bring a healthy side dish, salad or dessert for potluck and drink of choice. Main courses are provided by local contributors.
Monday, June 11
CREEDE — The Lower Willow Creek Reclamation Commit-tee is seeking volunteers to help clean up the creek on Monday, June 11. Meet at 9 a.m. at the town hall.
Tuesday, June 12
MONTE VISTA — SLV Rural Electric Cooperative’s annual meeting is June 12 at 3625 Hwy 160, two miles west of Monte Vista, beginning with open house at 3 p.m. and meeting at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate 75 years. Meal is planned. Call 852-3538 to RSVP.
Wednesday, June 13
ANTONITO — Antonito Se-niors will celebrate Mother’s/Father’s Day, Dutch Treat, at Dos Hermanas Restaurant on Wednesday, June 13, at 5 p.m. Call Virginia at 376-2294 by June 8 to make reserva-tions and choice of entree.
June 15-16
ALAMOSA — Music ranging from Latin rock to vintage-sounding Americana and folk to Mariachi to Taiko to classic rock and more will fi ll the air around Cole Park in Alamosa June 15 and June 16 as the Alamosa Live Music Association (ALMA) presents the inaugural San Luis Valley Roots Festival. The festival is scheduled to coordinate with the Rollin’ Deep Car Show, on Fathers’ Day, Sun., June 17. Tickets for Friday night only are $8 for ALMA
members, $10 general public. For Saturday only, tickets are $18 for ALMA members, $20 general public, and for Friday and Saturday, tickets are $24 for ALMA Members, $28 for non members. See www.almaonline.org.
Saturday, June 16
ALAMOSA — A benefi t din-ner for Lory Sanchez’s cancer care expenses will be held on June 16 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Parish Gym at 5 p.m. followed by a dessert auction at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be available at the Hair Shack and the Sacred Heart Parish offi ce in Alamosa as well as at the door. Donations will be accepted at Mountain River Credit Union, 2436 Main St., Alamosa. Call 589-3032.
Ongoing
MONTE VISTA — Tri-County Senior Citizens Center plans an overnight trip to Denver June 14 and 15 to visit Celes-tial Tea Company, Hammonds Candy Factory and The Leanin Tree. Cost is $160/person. Deadline is June 11. Public is welcome. Contact 852-5778.
CONEJOS COUNTY — The Conejos County Board of Commissioners will make available to the residents of Conejos County a free dumping site for trees, tree branches and other shrub-bery ONLY on State Hwy 142 east of Manassa to the north of the old dump site from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. SATURDAYS ONLY in the month of June. Call 376-5772 or 376-2014.
ALAMOSA — San Luis Val-ley Great Outdoors is inviting artists and graphic designers over the age of 16 to create a logo design for the organiza-tion. The deadline for entry is June 15. See www.slvgo.com
ALAMOSA — Sign up to be in the Alamosa Chamber of Commerce Independence Day Parade at the Depot, Chamber office, [email protected] or by calling Barbara at 589-3681. Deadline for registration is Monday, June 25 at 5 p.m.
ALAMOSA — Light bulbs containing mercury may be recycled at the Christine Caton Insurance Agency just east of the Alamosa Post Of-fi ce. Contact: 589-9031.
ALAMOSA — ALPHA Hu-mane currently needs dog food donations for foster ani-mals. Please call 852-2201 or 588-0165. ALPHA also needs kennels.
Page 6 Valley Courier Saturday, May 26, 2012
Sports
Sports
Briefs
Run Ty Down Under setLA JARA — Run Ty Down Under benfi t run for
cross-country runner Ty Koenig's trip to the 2012 Down Under Sports competitions will be Monday, May 28. Registration is at 6.30 a.m. Fee is $15. Race starts at 8 am. at La jara town hall.
Sgt. Glen Martinez Memorial 5K run/walk and golf tournament
MONTE VISTA— The 3rd annual Sgt. Glen Mar-tinez 5K run/walk and Veteran Golf Tournament is scheduled for Saturday May 26 at the Golf Course in Monte Vista. The 5K run walk is scheduled for 7 a.m. and costs $20 dollars in advance and $25 on the day of the event. This cost includes breakfast, a t-shirt and there will be ribbons given in eight different age groups.
The golf tournamentm, that is scheduled to start at 9 a.m., is a 4-man team scramble and is played on all 18 holes. The cost is $200 per team (limited to 22 teams) or $50 for a single (singles will be grouped up). The entry fee includes tee prizes, complementary range ball, breakfast, and for lunch. Call Ron at 719-852-3855.
Centauri to host Chicks basketball campLA JARA—The Centauri girl's high school basket-
ball team and coaches are putting together an elemen-tary basketball camp that will run from May 29-31 from 9 a.m. to noon each day. The camp is open to all Valley girl's between the grades of third and sixth.
The cost is $35 dollars and includes a shirt and bas-ketball. Interested participants may register from 8-9 a.m. at the high school. They may also register early by visting the high school to pick up a form.
GoG for Geoffrey set for June 2ALAMOSA —The 2012 edition of the GoG for Geof-
frey is set to be ran on Saturday June 2 at 9 a.m. The race is set to start and fi nish at the Alamosa Family Rec Center.
Entry fee is $10 and all proceeds go to the Geoffrey Zaragoza Memorial scholarship fund. To pre-register vist www.alamosarec.org.
SOUTHERN COLO-RADO LIVESTOCK AUC-
TION OPEN BARRELS—ARICKA CONDEN,
Monte Vista
PURINA/MV COOP JU-NIOR BARRELS
—COUGAR LESUEUR, Alamosa
DAIRY QUEEN/FRON-TIER BUCKLES MUTTON
BUSTING—TORY HILL, Alamosa
LOOMIX/MV COOP CALF RIDING
—JAYCEEN BOOTH, Ala-mosa
ALTA FUELS STEER RIDING
—ACE ASBELL, Center
ALTA FUELS JUNIOR BULL RIDING
—KODY ALDRIDGE, Westcliffe
CRYSTALYX/MV COOP NOVICE BULL RIDING —JASON ENSZ, Center
BURRIS and SONS BUCKING BULLS OPEN
BULL RIDING—TY CURTIS, Sargent
2nd Annual Spring in the Valley fi nal week results, May 20
2012 Series Champions
named
By ERIC R. FLORESCourier Sports Editor
PUEBLO—Friday was a very light day for the Adams State University track and fi eld team as only fi ve run-ners were participating in prelims and two individuals competed in fi nals during the second day of the 2012 NCAA Division II Track and Field National Championships at the Neta and Eddie DeRose
ASU sophomore Alicia Nelson hurdles a steeple en route to her third place fi nish in the fi nals of the 3,000 meter steeplechase on Friday afternoon.
Nelson and Stevens lead Grizzlies in Day 2
Courier photos by Eric R. Flores
ASU senior Kaymarie Jones was one of two Grizzlies to qualify for the 100 meter hurdles.
ASU freshman Boris Borian posted the fastest time in the 800 meter prelims on Friday night. He and senior Andrew Graham advanced to Saturday’s fi nal.
ASU senior Indira Spence posted the fastest time in the 100 meter hurdles with a time of 12.98. She will be trying to upgrade on last year’s silver in the event on Saturday.
Thunderbowl on the campus of CSU-Pueblo.
The only fi nals on the day for Adams State were the men’s and women’s 3,000-me-ter steeplechase races. Both of ASU’s runners earned All-American honors as they finished in the top eight. This brings the total of All-American honors to fi ve so far for the Grizzlies.
The Grizzlies were repre-
sented by sophomore Alicia Nelson, who won the event in 2010. As the race went on Nelson was the leader until about 850 meters where she clipped the steeple along the home straight away and lost her momentum. The trip came right when Grand Val-ley senior Betsy Graney was surging. As the race panned out, Graney would win in 10:23.92 while Nelson fell to third place in 10:34.31.
Nelson earned the women six team points to give them a total of nine points through the first two days, eight events, a four-way tie for 11th place.
For the men, freshman Tabor Stevens was the Griz-zly representative. The race started off clumped together for the majority of the begin-ning of the meet. When it did start to thin out, Stevens found himself in the top fi ve racing for the title. As it came down to the fi nal 400 meters, Stevens was within fi ve me-ters from the lead.
Western State’s Ryan Haebe, the eventual win-ner, and Alaska Anchorage’s Micah Chelimo turned up their speed and made a gap between themselves and Stevens. Stevens would fi nish third in 9:06.24.
The six points helped the Grizzlies move into a tie for third place with Central Mis-souri with 18 points. Western State leads the pack with 38 points.
In all the prelims, the Griz-zlies are a perfect 15-for-15, while all but one runner has scored in the fi nal events.
The fi rst event of the day for ASU was sophomore Kayon Robinson, who qualifi ed in the 4x100 meter relay and the 400 meter dash on Thursday. On Friday, she easily won the fi rst heat of the 200 meter
dash to be an automatic quali-fi er to Saturday night’s fi nals.
The sophomore ran a time of 23.62 and entered the fi nals as the No. 2 runner. Lincoln junior Latoya King is the top seed with a time of 23.15 in the preliminaries. The fi nals for the 200 meter dash will be Saturday at 7:45 p.m.
Freshman Boris Berian, who holds the NCAA Division II’s fastest time in the event so far this season, had a good 800 meter prelim with the fastest time in the event by crossing the fi nish line in 1:50.87. He ran the race where he was towards the front for the fi rst 400 meters before he took the lead in the fi nal 200 meters.
Senior Andrew Graham had yet another stellar ef-fort in the open 800 just a day after qualifying in the 1,500 meters. Graham ran his typical race as he blended in the back of the pack until the fi nal 200 meters and he made his charge to the front to take the third fastest time into the fi nals of 1:50.99.
The two will race for the title at 7:05 p.m. on Saturday.
The fi nal prelim was the 100 meter hurdles. Senior Indira Spence, who was last year’s runner up in the event, easily had the fastest time of 12.98, her second fastest this season.
Senior Kaymarie Jones was the fi nal qualifi er into the event with the ninth fastest time of 13.89 in the same heat as Spence.
The two will take to the track at 5:55 p.m. on Saturday evening.
On Thursday night, all ten Grizzly individuals and two relays qualifi ed for the fi nals.
The fi nal day of action for Grizzly participants is set to start at 11:30 a.m. as Wesley Lavong will be participating in the men’s shot put before Alamosa native Katie Kruger will take her turn in the ring for the women’s fi nal that is set for 2:30 p.m.
The track and fi eld fi nals are set to start at 5:10 and run until about 9:30. The Grizzlies will have two relays and 15 individuals vying for national gold.
Grizzly Club members, Grizzly fans and Adams State alums are also invited to join the ASU Grizzly Club for a barbeque tailgate party between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. on the south lawn of the stadium. Grizzly Club members with a pass will eat free while all others can enjoy the menu of beef brisket, sausage, bar-becue chicken, baked beans, cole slaw and sweet tea or lemonade for just $5.
Saturday, May 26, 2012 Valley Courier Page 7
Education
Sargent Farmers Class of 2012Sargent High School graduated 26 seniors on Friday night in the high school gymnasium: Adriana Aguilera-Lopez, Connar Barnes, Tori Braun, Heather Brunelli, Vincent Conroy-Villarreal, Chester Corzine, Samantha Corzine, Clark Cranfi ll, Kimberly Crowther, Tyler Curtis, Michael DeHerrera, Lindsey Harrison, Samantha Hathaway, Caitlin Howard, Elizabeth Lovato, Justin Lowder, Ryan Mix, Clay Mullins, Dion Oakes, Emily Pfannenstiel, Abbey Pizel, Jacob Quintana, Brandon Rogers, Anthony Ulibarri, Dusti Walker and Kathryn Zinn.
Right: Tori Braun gives away her tulips and her hugs on during Friday's graduation ceremony.
The Sargent Farmers Class of 2012 listened to the words of their role models and classmates, containing the excitement they expressed in a fi t of silly string and balloons after receiving their diplomas. Samantha Corzine and Heather Brunelli are mo-ments away from graduat-ing.Co-Valedictorians Clark Cranfi ll and Justin Lowder.
Courier photos by Lauren Krizansky
Page 8 Valley Courier Saturday, May 26, 2012
Valley Life
Rio Grande Scenic Railroad kicks of 2012 seasonThe Rio Grande Scenic Railroad went for its initial run of the 2012 season on Fri -day. Today RGSR will hold formal ce remonies to r e c o g n i z e t h e season and take passengers over the mountain to La Veta and back.
Right: The RGSR s t e a m e n g i n e warms up in Ala-mosa.
RGSR attendants and a visitor take a moment before per-mitting passengers back on the train in La Veta. It takes about 3 hours to travel the 62 miles to the neighboring town.
Unique views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains are one reason to ride the RGSR.
Conductor Bill Quintana, originally from Antonito, enjoys the warm sunshine on the windy morning ride.
Eve Salazar, a veteran RGSR attendant and La Jara na-tive, tells passengers about the train and what to expect on the trip.
Annika Carlson, 8, Arvada, learns a little about nature from her grandpa. There were many visitors on Friday's train.
Courier photos by Lauren Krizansky
Saturday, May 26, 2012 Valley Courier Page 9
Lawn & Garden
(NAPSA)—You don’t have to be an expert to create a beautiful yard that makes your neighbors green with envy. With a little knowledge and the right equipment for the job at hand, you can easily enjoy a healthy, green lawn.
Here are a few tips to help you choose the right mower:1. Know Your YardThe fi rst step is to understand your yard-how big is it, is
it fl at and smooth or sloping? Will you mow around trees, till a garden or plow the driveway?
If working with less than half an acre, a walk-behind mower will do the trick. But if you’re working with larger acreage,
varying terrain or a property with plenty of obstacles to trim around, you may want to choose a riding lawn mower. Some manufacturers offer automotive-style power steering to easily maneuver around trees and landscaping, and power lift to easily raise and lower implements.
2. All Yards Aren’t AlikeIf you need to do more than mowing, a sub-compact tractor
may be for you. Not only can you mow large volumes of grass with a high-quality cut, but you have an added option of us-ing implements like loaders and excavators to accomplish other tasks around the yard.
3. Look for Proven ReliabilityFor a closer look at the reliability and durability of specifi c
models, as well as a complete list of independent ratings, check Consumer Reports.
4. Think About After-Sale SupportMake sure your equipment provider offers reliable after-
sale service and can guarantee quick repair if you run into any problems.
5. Keep It SafeThe operator’s manual is essential to understanding the
specifi c safety features on your equipment and doubles as a good trouble-shooting guide.
Identifying your yard characteristics will help determine what kind of mower you need.
Find the right mower with these tips
VALLEY — Following are rules of thumb for water use on lawns and gardens:
• One deep watering is much better than watering several times lightly.
• Lawns need about 1 inch of water each week. If the weather is very hot, apply an inch of water about every three days.
• Watering to a depth of 4-6 inches encourages deeper, healthier root development. It allows longer periods between watering.
• To measure the water, put an empty tuna can or cat food can on the lawn while water-ing. Stop watering when the can is full.
Know Your SoilDifferent soil types have dif-
ferent watering needs. These tips can help.
Loosen the soil around plants so it can quickly absorb water and nutrients.
Use a 1- to 2-inch protec-tive layer of mulch on the soil surface above the root area. Cultivating and mulching reduce evaporation and soil erosion.
Clay soil: Add organic material such as compost or peat moss. Till or spade to help loosen the soil. Since clay soil absorbs water very slowly, water only as fast as the soil absorbs the water.
Sandy soil: Add organic material to supplement sandy soil. Otherwise, the water can run through it so quickly that plants won’t be able to absorb it.
Loam soil: It’s a combina-tion of sand, silt, and clay. Loam absorbs water readily and stores it for plants to use.
Water at the Right Time of the Day
Early moring or night is the best time for watering to reduce evaporation. To help control where your water goes, water when it’s not windy.
Rules of Thumb for Proper Fertilizer UseFertilizers provide nutrients
necessary for plant health and growth, such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. These are what N, P, and K stand for on bags of fertilizer. Nitrogen (N) is needed for healthy green growth and regulation of other nutrients. Phosphorus (P) helps proper roots and seeds develop and resist disease. Potassium (K) is also important in root develop-ment and disease resistance.
Use Correct Fertilizer Test your soil to fi nd out
what nutrients ar needed. A soil test will help you under-stand what your plants re-quire. Follow label directions.
Choose a fertilizer that has at least one-fourth of the ni-trogen in a slow-release form, such as sulpher-coated urea.
Mow Your Lawn
FrequentlyLeave the grass clippings
to decompose on the lawn. Annually, this will provide nutrients equivalent to one or two fertilizer applications. Set mower at two inches to reduce water use during hot weather.
Apply Fertilizer Properly It is best to apply fertilizer
when the soil is moist and then water lightly. This will help the fertilizer move into the root zone where it is avail-able to the plants, rather than stay on top of the soil where it can be blown or washed away. Avoid applying it immediately before a heavy rain system is predicted to arrive. Too much rain (or sprinkler water) will take the nutrients away from the lawn’s root zone.
Use the minimal amount of fertilizer necessary and apply it in small, frequent applications. An application of 2 pounds of fertilizer fi ve times per year is better than 5 pounds of fertilizer twice a year. When spreading fertil-izer, cover ends of the lawn fi rst, then go back and forth across the rest of the lawn, us-ing half of the recommended amount. Shut the spreader off before reaching the ends to avoik over-application. Apply the other half of the fertilizer going back and forth perpen-dicular to the fi rst pattern.
Alternatives to Pesticides, Chemicals
Consider using natural alternatives for chemical pesticides: Non-detergent insecticidal soaps, garlic, hot pepper sprays, 1 teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water, used dishwater, or forceful stream of water to dislodge insects.
Also consider using plants that naturally repel insects such as mint against ants; mint, garlic, chives, corian-der, anise against aphids; potato, onion, turnip on bean leaf bettle; common oleander on codling moths; green beans, coriander, nas-turtium on Colorado Potato Bug; radish, tansy against cucumber beetles; garlic, on-ion, mint against fl ea beetles; mint, sage, rosemary, hyssop against imported cabbage worm; garlic, larkspur, tansy, rue, geranium on Japanese beetles; geranium, petunia for leaf hoppers; potato, on-ion, garlic, radish, petunia, marigolds against Mexican bean beetles; onions against mice; French marigolds on Root Knot Nematodes; pros-trate rosemary, wormwood on slugs; onion, garlic, cloves, chives on spider mites; radish, marigolds, tansy, nasturtium on squash bug; radish on stink bugs; marigolds on thrips; marigolds, sage, borage on tomato hornworm; marigolds, nasturtium on whitefl ies.
NRCS shares lawn, garden care tips
Page 10 Valley Courier Saturday, May 26, 2012
Valley LifeLA JARA — Michael
and Lorena Peterson are pleased to announce the marriage of their daugh-ter Rachael Shea to Kyle
Leonard, son of Kenneth and Laura Schell the 16th of June 2012.
Both Kyle and Rachael are graduates of Adams
ALAMOSA — Edward and Carla Smith proudly announce the engagement and the forthcoming marriage of their son, Garrett Edward to Theresa Maestas. The marriage will take place at Garrett’s parents’ residence in Alamosa, Colorado with a reception following at the Blue Foxx Club House.
Garrett and Theresa presently reside in Aurora, Colo-rado where Garrett is employed as a diesel mechanic and Theresa as a medical assistant. They will solemnize their vows Saturday, June 23, 2012 and will make their home in Aurora, Colorado.
State College. In May 2011, Kyle graduated with a
bachelor’s degree in cellular and molecular biology and
Rachael with her bachelor’s of science in nursing.
The couple resides in La Jara, Colo.
Peterson, Leonard announce engagement, June wedding
Kyle Leonard and Rachael Peterson
Smith, Maestas to wedTheresa Maestas and Garrett Smith
DEAR ABBY: My friends and I are women in our late 40s and early 50s. Some of us are married, some are single. Individually or as a group we have taken classes, volunteered, gone on cruises, gone to clubs and bars -- you name it.
We have noticed that nearly everyone at these ac-tivities is either female or with a female as part of a couple. There are loads of single middle-aged women out there joining things and having fun, but there seem to be almost no single middle-aged men. Friends in various parts of the country report the same thing.
Where do the single men go? They rarely go out alone or with a male buddy. Our run-ning joke is they’re all home watching bad cable TV. Mid-dle-aged guys must be there somewhere, but where? You’d think that if they wanted to meet women, they’d go where women are, but we rarely see them. Can you solve this mys-tery for us? -- WHERE THE BOYS AREN’T, NORTH-ERN WYOMING
DEA R WHERE THE BOYS AREN’T: Part of your problem may be that most of the males in your age group are already married. I don’t recommend looking for eligible men in clubs and bars because the ones who go there are usually looking for younger women.
I do suggest volunteering because it offers an opportu-nity to expand one’s circle of acquaintances, and even if
you don’t meet a man there, you might meet a woman who knows someone who is eligible. I caution women who are looking for companion-ship not to “hunt in packs”
idea of approaching a group of women to be daunting.
appears to be small. Have you considered looking online for men in other communities in your state? You will increase your odds of success by put-ting yourselves “out there” because most relationships begin as the result of luck and timing.
DEAR ABBY: I have been dating a wonderful man for two years. We’re talking about marriage, but there is a problem. He has his ex’s name tattooed on his backside and it’s starting to bother me. I offered to pay to have it removed, but he doesn’t want it off. Do I stay with him and try to get over it, or
someone else? Help me! -- RE-ALLY CONFUSED GIRL IN COLORADO
DEAR REALLY CON-FUSED: Removing a tattoo can be expensive, time-consuming and painful. If the only deal-breaker in your relationship is the tattoo, consider asking him to turn the other cheek and have YOUR name placed opposite his ex’s so you will have equal billing. A large “X” could be inked over the ex’s name if it would make you feel better.
DEAR ABBY: Please settle
and me. He contends that when we’re in a restaurant, it is impolite to say to your server, “I will have ...” and insists that the request should be, “May I have ... ?”
I was raised to believe that either statement would be acceptable. What say you? -- QUERY-CONSCIOUS IN CALIFORNIA
DEAR Q.C.: If the server asks you, “What’ll you have?” it’s perfectly acceptable to re-spond, “I’ll have ...” However, “May I have ...” sounds more
If this is the only complaint
he’s a lucky man and should count his blessings.
Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her moth-er, Pauline Phillips. Write Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
Comics
FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE
GARFIELD
FRANK & ERNEST
SOUP TO NUTZ
PEANUTS
ARLO & JANIS
COW & BOY
THE BORN LOSER
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
ABIGAIL VAN BUREN
THE GRIZZWELLS
Saturday, May 26, 2012 Valley Courier Page 11
HERMAN
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Single women wonder where all the single men are hiding
Page 12 Valley Courier Saturday, May 26, 2012
Public NoticesNOTICE FOR REQUEST FOR
PROPOSALSSouth-Central Colorado Seniors, Inc., Area Agency on Aging for Region 8 is accepting Request for Proposals (RFP) from both the public and private sectors repre-
entities interested in providing ser-vices to people age 60 and older for Fiscal Year 2012-2013. Services include: Transportation, Nutrition Program - Home Delivered Meals and Congregate Meals, In-Home Homemaker and Chore Services, National Family Caregiver Pro-gram - Respite and Material Aide. Other avenues of services to older adults will also be considered. Area Agency on Aging, Region 8 ser-vice area includes the counties of: Alamosa, Conejos, Costilla, Min-eral, Rio Grande, and Saguache. RFP packets and instructions are available at South-Central Colo-rado Seniors, 1116 3rd Street, P.O. Box 639, Alamosa, CO 81101. Completed proposals are due at South-Central Colorado Seniors,
Street, Alamosa, CO by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, May 31th, 2012. For more information please call 719-589-4511.NO. 6131PUBLISHED IN THE VALLEY COURIER MAY 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, AND 26, 2012
INVITATION TO BIDThe City of Monte Vista is request-ing sealed bids to complete the First Avenue Utility Improvement Project in Monte Vista, Colorado.The work consists of furnishing all labor, equipment, and materials for abandoning existing utility lines, the construction of approximately 3200 linear feet of water main, con-structing approximately 2700 linear feet of new storm drain, ranging in size from 12” to 42”, connection of new utility lines to existing system, and 2 sanitary sewer crossings. The project is located within the First Avenue/Highway 160 right-of-way between Batterson Street and Monroe Street in the City of Monte Vista. Plans and Contract Documents may be examined at the Monte Vista Public Works Of-
Camino, Monte Vista, CO. The contract documents and plans may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $75 for each set at the
through, at the site, is scheduled for Thursday, May 31, 2012, meet at Monte Vista City Hall, 4 Chico Camino, Monte Vista, CO, at 10:00 am. Bids will be received at the follow-ing address until 10:00 a.m. local time on June 7th, 2012 where the bids will be publicly opened.City of Monte VistaPublic Works Department4 Chico CaminoMonte Vista, CO 81144The successful bidder will be re-quired to furnish performance bond, and maintenance and pay-ment bonds. Said bonds shall be issued by a responsible surety ac-ceptable to the owner.For any additional information re-garding the bid, please contact Robert Vance, Public Works Di-rector, City of Monte Vista, at 852-2692.NO. 6155PUBLISHED IN THE VALLEY COURIER MAY 24, 26, 30, JUNE 1, 2, AND 5, 2012
NOTICE OF PROPOSED SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET
Notice is hereby given that a pro-posed budget has been submitted to the Board of Education of the Al-amosa School District RE-11J, Ala-
beginning July 1, 2012 through
School District, 209 Victoria Ave., Alamosa, Co 81101, where it is available for public inspection during business hours. Such pro-posed budget will be considered for adoption and a public hearing held thereon at a regular meeting of the Board of Education of said District at the Board Room, 209 Victoria Ave., Alamosa, CO 81101 on Mon-day, June 18, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.Colorado statutes provide that it is not necessary for the Board of Education to formally adopt the proposed budget on May 21, 2012, but if the proposed budget is to be adopted at some future meeting, the date, time, and place of any continued meeting shall be an-nounced by the Board of Education and entered into the minutes of the meeting at which adoption of the proposed budget is considered.Any person paying school taxes in said District may, either at such meeting or at any time prior to the
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tions thereto.BOARD OF EDUCATIONALAMOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT RE-11JBY: Christine Haslett, SecretaryDated this 21st day of May, 2012.NO. 6158PUBLISHED IN THE VALLEY COURIER MAY 26, 2012
-ties include: Manager the regional
Board policies and Colorado De-partment of Public Health Regula-tions. Operate heavy equipment, monitor water and gas wells,
annual budget, and prepare writ-
Microsoft applications. High School Diploma required. Six years of heavy equipment operations and supervisory experience preferred. Working knowledge of the state
-lations a plus. Applications may be picked up at the San Luis Valley
County Rd. 44, Monte Vista or Ala-mosa County Service Center, 8900 Independence Way, Alamosa, CO. Inquiries may be directed to 719-852-3810. PLEASE RETURN AP-PLICATIONS TO 1600 COUNTY ROAD 44 MONTE VISTA, COLO-RADO BY FRIDAY, June 1, 2012 AT 11:00 AM.NO. 6161PUBLISHED IN THE VALLEY COURIER MAY 26 AND 30, 2012
099ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE ALAMOSA FIRE Dept. is asking anyone who has old pictures re-lated to the department, please contact Zach @ 580-0398 and would like permission to scan the pictures. (TFN)
WHOLESALE MEDI-CAL CANNABIS BLOW-OUT. Member ounces from $200 including tax. High-Valley Healing Center, Crestone-719-256-4006. (6/14-TFN)
WOLF WAGON TRADE days on 160 Del Norte. 10x20 spots available. Ev-ery Fri/Sat. For more info call 817-454-2047. (5/28)
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COMPLETE UPSCALE THRIFT STORE! Es-tablished Boutique selling overstock of Collectibles, Accessories, Name Brand Apparel; ironed on hangers. 719-539-3876. (6/15)
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LOST GOAT FROM Stan-ley Road and Road 104 N. She is white and blind, [email protected]. (5/26)
M ISSI NG ENGLISH BULLDOG, male, no col-lar, fawn and white color. Answers to Padock. Last seen 10/miles south of Blan-ca. Reward. Call even if you have seen him. 719-298-1277 or 719-379-3737. (5/26)
FOUND ON COUNTY Road B in Garcia. Brindle pit bull baby puppy. Please call 719-672-0223 to claim and identify. (5/29)
FOUND: SMALL BLACK Scotty mix near 3rd and Alamosa Ave. Has collar, please call to claim, 587-3065. (5/29)
FOUND: JAPANESE CHIN: Near La Puente, female, small, long white hair, brown ears, pug face, red halter, no tags, very nice and calm. Owner please call 587-9442. (5/29)
A MEMBER OF our fam-ily has gone missing. He was last seen south of Monte Vista by County Road 5 South Friday the 18. He is a black lab husky mix, and answers to Blu. He has a re-ally square, boxy head; and a black curled tail with a white strip. Blu is a male dog and
sprayed by a skunk so he has a faint scent of skunk on his face and no collar. His fam-ily loves and misses him so very much. We are offering a reward to the person that returns the missing member of our family. Please call Amanda at 719-298-7334 or Phil at 970-219-7911. (5/31)
LOST IN MONTE Vista on Weds May 23. Male, black and white German wirehair pointer who an-swers to the name “Rio”. Has a collar and is micro-chipped. 9 months old and approx 80#. Please call Heather 580-2242. Reward offered! (6/1)
LOST BLACK ANGUS Bull. Last seen in the Mogote area. Please call Danny Temple with any information. 719-580-1416. (6/1)
173 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
DJ SERVICE: MUSIC Hot Box, providing finest music from oldies-to-latest hits. Fabulous light show. 589-0906. (TFN-6/7)
THERAPEUTIC MAS-SAGE FOR Your Health,
any occasion. Infant mas-sage for small groups and individual sessions. CMT mentoring. Call Debra 588-5815 for more information or an appointment. (TFN)
HOT TUB REPAIR and Service. All makes and models, Rio Grande Spa Services. Call 580-8197. (TFN-6/14)
WELL ESTABLISHED YARD Service, Tree Trim-ming, Tree Removal, Stump Grinding, Weekly Mow-ing & Trimming, Weed Control, Hauling & Dump Runs. FREE Estimates! Se-nior Discount! Satisfaction Guaranteed!! 719-588-1183. (5/28-TFN)
MW PROPERTY SER-VICES: Weekly Mowing & Trimming, Weed Control, Tree & Hedge Trimming, Tree Romoval, Fencing, Painting, Landscapes, Stor-age Sheds, Decks, 588-9817(6/1-TFN)
SPRING INTO SUM-MER. Allphase Home & Yard Maintenance. Cleaning yards, garages, rain-gutters, windows, lawn care, paint-ing & carpentry. Call 719-379-2481/719-480-5494. (TFN-6/14)
COLORADO TRANS-PORTATION SERVICES CTS. Luxury transportation door to door service any-where. 24 hour service. CTS providing services for all of Colorado with a comfortable luxurious ride. Go online www.ctstransportation.org or call 719-849-9044 for further information. (TFN)
D. J. / TEQUILA-SUN-RISE, PROVIDING VA-RIETY of music & lighting. Karaoke available. Book your weddings today! 588-9418/589-9441. Call Pete. (5/28)
D O G T R A I N I N G GROUP classes, basic obe-dience. Now accepting res-ervations. Starting June 2nd. Limited class sizes. Make your reservation early. Call 626-617-2274. (5/31)
BEGINNING PIANO LESSONS. Call Mrs. Wi-sener at 589-9377. (6/19)
SJC OFFICE CLEAN-ING “:)” 11 years in busi-ness. Contact Carol at 719-580-4602 or 719-852-3877. (6/1)
NEED WLL METER Test? Minimal waiting time service plans for yearly test available. Contact Chris Archuleta at 719-588-8343.
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HOME CARE BY VIS-ITING ANGELS. Remain at home. Excellent care. Trained care givers and professional services. Free in-home assessment. Rea-sonable rates. Colorado state licensed agency. Call now! 719-852-6968. (6/15-TFN)
ELECTRICIAN NEED-ED. JOURNEYMAN li-cense or close to getting a license. Call 719-852-3072. (6/11-TFN)
VA LL EY COU R I E R SEEKS full-time writer/photographer for news beat to include crime, court and government coverage, plus varied assignments. Email resume and writing samples to [email protected]; or send/bring to 2205 State Ave., Alamosa, Colo. 81101. Contact: Ruth Heide, 589-2553. (TFN)
B R E A K FA S T A N D NIGHT cook needed. Ap-ply in person at Mountain View Restaurant in Monte Vista. (5/20)
BLANCA TELEPHONE IS seeking a Customer Service Representative. Must have 1 year experi-
word, excel, be able to type and have good customer relation skills. Applicant must be able to pass a background check and drug screening test. This is a full time position to start as soon as possible. Applications are avail-able at 129 Santa Fe Ave, Alamosa. No Phone Calls. (TFN-6/5)
L P N / R N WA N T E D . NEW grads welcomed. Full time positions, 12 hr shifts. Must be Colorado
Competitive wages. E.O.E. Apply in person Pine Ridge Extended Care, 119 Bastille Dr., Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. 970-731-4330. (6/5)
THE MONTE VISTA School District is accepting applications for an Instruc-tional Coach. Key attributes and skills include: Ability to connect with teachers on both a personal and professional level. Knowl-edge about best practices in curriculum, instruction, assessment, PBIS, and Data use. A team player. Suc-cessful teaching experience required. Successful experi-ence in school leadership preferred - a knowledge of how the larger systems function and ability to con-tribute to leadership level discussions. Outstanding organization and docu-mentation skills. Applica-tions may be submitted
East Prospect Ave, Monte Vista, CO 81144, by Thurs-day, May 31, 2012, or until
www.monte.k12.co.us for application information or call 719-852-5996. (5/31)
M-F, P/T, CARE-GIV-ING, gardening, art for woman artist in wheel-chair. N/S, $10/hr. 852-2868. (5/26)
THE DEL NORTE School District C-7 is currently
Secondary Science Posi-tion. If you are interested and would like more infor-mation please contact Brian Herman at 719-657-4020, ext. 2001. Del Norte School District is an EOE. (5/26)
SAGUACHE COUNTY DEPARTMENT of Social Services is now accepting applications for the posi-tion of Chi9ld Protection Caseworker. Salary range $2400.00 to $2620.00 de-pending on experience. Bachelor’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences required. Applications and complete job descriptions are available at 605 Christy Ave., Saguache, Colorado, by visiting the Saguache County Website @ Sa-guacheCounty.net or by calling (719)655-2537 and requesting one be mailed. Completed application must be received by Saguache County Social Services no later than 4:00pm on May 29, 2012. Saguache County is an E.O.E. (5/29)
HIGHLAND CABINETS IS now accepting applica-tions for a full time cabinet/ctop fabricator and installer. Must have a valid driver’s license, clean appearance, be able to pass a drug test, background check, and experience is preferred. Applications can be picked up at 2414 Stockton Street, Alamosa. Deadline is May 31st. For more info call (719)589-4864. (5/27)
THE DEL NORTE School
Technology Coordinator position. This is a district wide position which covers all building within the dis-trict. Responsibilities will include: Help Desk (respond to technical requests for assistance in person, via phone or electronically). Network Administration/Server Support, E-mail/Internet Systems Support, Telecommunications Sup-
-port, Audio and Video Sup-port, Electronic Student As-sessment Support. If you are interested and would like more information please call 719-657-4040 or go to our school website at delnorte.schoolfusion.us Del Norte School District is EOE. (5/30)
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SALES FULL TIME. Join our sales team and enjoy working with an established account base. Drop resumes off at the Valley Courier, 2205 State Ave., Alamosa or mail to PO Box 1099, attn: Keith. (TFN)
ARE YOU LOOKING for a full-time or a part-time job? Selling Conklin Products and becoming an Independent Business owner. It’s an excellent opportunity. Contact 719-852-7070. (5/31)
THE SIERRA GRANDE School District is accepting applications for a 5th Grade Teacher for the 2012-2013 school year. Send completed application form, resume, copy of Colorado Teacher
transcripts to: Darren Ed-gar, Superintendent, Sierra Grande School District R-30, 17523 Hwy. 160, Blanca, CO 81123. Application available
be downloaded from the Dis-trict’s website at www.sier-ragrandeschool.net. 719/379-3259. Fax: 719/379-2572. Email: [email protected]. Application deadline: 6/4/12. EOE. (6/4)
ADMISSION REPRE-SENTATIVE- FULL-TIME position available. Duties include answering busy telephone lines, greet-ing customers and schedul-ing appointments in an ef-
manner. Candidate must have a High School Diploma and a minimum of one year experi-ence as a Receptionist, in a clinic setting preferred. Send resume to: SLVRMC 106 Blanca Ave., Alamosa, CO 81101; email: [email protected] or FAX: 719-587-5716 Clos-ing date 5/21/2012. (5/21)
APARTMENT MAN-AGER/MAINTENANCE WANTED. Responsible person or team to manage and do maintenance at an apartment complex in Del Norte CO. Management du-ties include but not limited to: move in/move out pa-perwork, rent collection, monthly reports, showing and marketing apartments. Maintenance duties include but not limited to minor plumbing, grounds keeping, maintaining laundry rooms and painting. Send resume or short letter of experience to Landmark Management 4711 A Southern Hills Drive, Sioux City, IA 51106 or fax it to 712-274-1230. Equal Employment Opportunity Provider and Employer. (6/1)
TRINIDAD STATE JU-NIOR COLLEGE VALLEY CAMPUS is currently seek-ing the following: Asst Pro-fessor Computer Networking Technologies Degree and/or relevant experience re-quired. For more information and a complete job descrip-tion, contact Human Re-sources at 1-800-621-8752/ext.7022/5534 or (719)589-7022/(719)846-5534 or visit www.trinidadstate.edu. Clos-ing date is Friday, June 15 @ 5 pm. Offers of employment are contingent upon satis-factory background check and educational credential
Junior College is an EEO/AA institution. (6/7)
ACCOUNTANT NEED-ED TO serve as Financial Manager for respected non-
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tax reports, general ledger work, supervising AP, AR and bookkeeper, work with annual audit. Quick Books, Excel, experience required. $33k-$35k DOE plus ben-
-cated professionals and learn the joys and satisfaction of helping others. Send resume/references: Lance Cheslock, La Puente Home, P.O. Box 1235, Alamosa, CO 81101, 719 589-5909. www.lapu-ente.net. (6/1)
THE BRIDGE AT Ala-mosa is now hiring for a Part-Time Cook Position. Must love working with the elderly and must be able to perform well in a fast-paced work environment. Stop by today and pick up an applica-tion! (5/26)
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DIR ECTOR OF ON-COLOGY Service Line: SLVRMC is searching for a fulltime Director to lead and manage the organiza-tion’s Oncology Depart-ment and Service Line. The Director serves as a professional role model and mentor to members of the healthcare team in accor-dance with organizational and departmental philoso-phy and goals. The position will also serve as a liaison to Centura’s Oncology Ser-vice Line Director and will coordinate closely with Centura Colleagues to en-hance clinical delivery for the organization’s patients in a seamless, best-practice manner. The Director will foster an environment that promotes excellence in clin-ical practice, patient safety and customer service, while striving for optimal ef-ficiency and productivity
candidates will possess a Bachelor’s Degree, prefer-ably in nursing or other
experience working in a management role. Posi-tion offers attractive and competitive pay and ben-
should submit a cover letter, application, and resume to the Human Resources Department at 106 Blanca Avenue - Alamosa, CO 81101 or visiting our career link on our website - www.slvrmc.org. (5/26)
TRINIDAD STATE JU-NIOR COLLEGE VAL-LEY CAMPUS is currently seeking the following: MSN Nursing Faculty Degree and/or relevant experience required. For more infor-mation and a complete job description, contact Human Resources at 1-800-621-8752/ext.7022/5534 or (719) 589-7022/(719) 846-5534 or visit www.trinidadstate.edu. Position will remain open until filled. Offers of employment are con-tingent upon satisfactory background check and edu-
-tion. Trinidad State Junior College is an EEO/AA in-stitution. (6/6)
SUMMER WORK!! $15 Base/Appt. PT/FT Sched-ules avail., can work in your area, interview and train in ALAMOSA, Continue in the fall, Customer Sales/Service, No Experience necessary, Cond. apply, All ages 17+, Call Now 719-589-6623. (6/15)
TIERRA NUEVA CEN-TER Apartments is accept-ing applications for 3 & 4 bedroom apartments. Rent based on income for quali-fying applicants. Residents must be farm workers and/or work in the agricultural industry. 980 S. Broadway Center, Co. 81125 719-754-9050 TTY 1800-659-2656. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTU-NITY PROVIDER, AND EMPLOYER. (6/3)
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TIERRA NUEVA CEN-TER Dorm Units are ac-cepting applications. Rent based on income for quali-fying applicants. Residents must be farm workers and/or work in the agricultural industry. 980 S. Broadway Center, Co. 81125 719-754-9050 TTY 1800-659-2656. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTU-NITY PROVIDER, AND EMPLOYER. (6/3)
TIERRA NUEVA ALA-MOSA Apartments is ac-cepting applications for 3 & 4 bedroom apartments. Rent based on income for qualifying applicants. Resi-dents must be farm workers and/or work in the agricul-tural industry. 600 S. Craft Drive Alamosa, Co. 81101 719-587-0208 TTY 1800-659-2656. THIS INSTITU-TION IS AN EQUAL OP-PORTUNITY PROVIDER, AND EMPLOYER. (6/3)
H A R D W O R K E R WA N T E D , A l a m o s a Company. Must lift 30lbs. Background check. 970-507-0260 or 719-937-1747. (5/26)
S LV C O M M U N I T Y MENTAL Health Center is seeking a Full-time LPN to provide client manage-ment support to Psychiatry department in an outpa-tient setting. Candidate must be Licensed in the State of Colorado and be
working with mentally ill patients is preferred. Ap-plicants must be organized, a team player, computer literate, companionate, and have sound judgment, the ability to multi-task and handle emergencies. Ap-plication may be obtained at: http://www.slvmhc.org/employment_oportunities.php. Send Company Appli-cation, resume, cover letter, and references to: HR Di-rector, SLV Mental Health Center, 8745 County Rd. 9 S. Alamosa, CO 81101. Deadline: May 29, 2012. EOE. (5/29)
SOME HEAVY EQUIP-MENT experience and torchwork required. Scrap or metal handling back-ground or knowledge help-ful. Apply at: Star Steel & Supply 14513 Estrella Road, Alamosa, CO 81101 (719)589-5385. (5/26)
TOWN OF ANTONITO POLICE OFFICER. The Town of Antonito is ac-cepting applications for one (1) full time police
and have a current valid driver’s license. Applica-tions can be picked up at the Antonito Town Hall at 307 Main Street. Applica-tion deadline is May 30, 2012. Please submit com-pleted application to Rossi D. Duran Administrator. The Town of Antonito is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (5/29)
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H R M A N A G E R - SLVRMC has a need for a fulltime HR Manager. Successful candidate must demonstrate project manage-ment, multi-tasking skills and abilities, excellent cus-tomer service, organization skills, and a strong ability to work in a fast-paced environ-ment with multiple priorities. Position will be primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the or-
work closely with the HR Manager at Conejos County Hospital on sharing and fa-cilitating information and resources, as well as support HR Director in management of the organization’s FMLA and Worker’s Compensation programs. Strong computer
machine, scanner, etc.) and HRIS system are required. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business, or related
experience in a Human Resources, Executive, or Business position. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, application, and resume to the Human Resources Department at 106 Blanca Avenue - Alamosa, CO 81101 by the June 1, 2012 closing date. For further information please visit our career link on our website - www.slvrmc.org. (5/29)
T H E A L A M O S A SCHOOL District is ac-cepting applications for the following coaching position at Alamosa High School: Assistant Football Coach, Assistant Boys Basketball Coach, Head Girls Soc-cer Coach, Assistant Track Coach, Student Council Sponsor. Applications are available at the Office of the Superintendent, 209 Victoria Ave., Alamosa, CO 81101 or online at http://alamosa.k12.co.us. For more information, contact Marian Lara at 719-587-1600. Ap-plication deadline is until
SAN FOR D SCHOOL DISTRICT is accepting ap-plications for an outstanding junior high and high school Family and Consumer Sci-ence teacher. Applicants must have a Colorado teach-ing license and a vocational license in FACS. Applicants must be highly motivated to engage all students in their education. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a great organization. Ap-plications may be picked up
-loaded from www.sanford-schools.org. Position will be
School is an EOE. (5/29)
SAN FOR D SCHOOL DISTRICT is accepting applications for a junior high volleyball coach. Ap-plications may be picked up
-loaded from www.sanford-schools.org. Position will be
School is an EOE. (6/7)
FOOD SERVICE WORK-ER I/Nutrition Represen-tative- Fulltime position available. Duties include set up patient’s food trays in serving area, put food on trays following diet tickets and instructions. Loads trays in food carts for delivery. May assist in delivery to
scrapes and stacks dishes for washing. Assists with general duties and contact with patients. High School Diploma or GED required.
on the computer and able to provide superior customer service. Send resume to: SLVRMC 106 Blanca Ave-Alamosa CO, 81101; email: [email protected] or FAX: 709-587-5716 Closing date 05/25/12. (5/30)
WEE CARE CENTER looking for summer help with the possibility of reten-tion for the fall. Must meet state qualifications as an Early Childhood Teacher. Apply at 2005 Mullins Ave, Alamosa. (6/7)
MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL District RE-1 in Saguache is taking applica-tions for an Art/Physical Education Teacher. Please submit applications and resumes to Superintendent Corey Doss, P. O. Box 127, 403 Pitkin Ave., Saguache, CO 81149 by June 4th, 2012. Applications are available on the school website www.mountainvalleyschool.org or at the Superintendent’s Office, 403 Pitkin Ave in Saguache, Phone #719-655-0267. EOE. (5/30)
V EN DOLA PLU M B -ING & HEATING FULL TIME HVAC SERVICE T ECH, M UST H AV E EXCELLENT DRIVING RECORD. EXCELLENT PAY, GREAT BENEFITS. PLEASE APPLY IN PER-SON AT 185 BROADWAY, ALAMOSA OR SEND RESUME TO [email protected]. (5/29)
V EN DOLA PLU M B -ING & HEATING FULL TIME SERVICE PLUMB-ER. MUST HAVE RESI-DEN T I A L LICENCE, MUST HAVE EXCEL-LEN T DR I V I NG R E -COR D. E XC E L L E N T PAY, GREAT BENEFITS. APPLY IN PERSON AT 185 BRODWAY, ALA-MOSA, CO OR SEND RESUME TO [email protected] (5/29)
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SA RGEN T SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a dynamic Elementary Prin-cipal to lead our outstand-ing rural school. 265 enthu-siastic learners, a dedicatedfaculty and highly support-ive community provide for a rewarding principalship. Competitive salary; duties to include District Assess-ment Coordinator & Con-solidated Federal Grant Coordinator ($5,000 sti-pend for additional duties). To apply submit districtapplication with supportinginformation; available onwebsite: sargent.k12.co.us or call the superintendent’s
-plication deadline is June 4th; interviews on June 6th, 2012; candidates must be available on June 6 and 7.EOE. (6/1)
T H E S A R G E N T SCHOOL District is seek-
-dates for a 4th grade teach-
-plication available on web site, sargent.k12.co.us. For information call Lynda at 719 852-4023. Application deadline 6/4/12; interviews June 7. EOE. (6/1)
PART-TIME , $8/ HR.WASHING vehicles and misc. outdoor work. 587-0888 or 580-0044. (5/31)
MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL District RE-1in Saguache is taking ap-plications for a Principal for K-12. Applicant mustbe eligible for or hold avalid Colorado PrincipalLicense. We are lookingfor a person to provide instructional leadership to staff including: curriculumplanning, review and imple-mentation; and professional development. Responsiblefor day-to-day building ad-ministration and the safety and welfare of students, staff and activities. Ensure a safe, pleasant and ef-fective educational atmo-sphere, provides discipline as necessary and enforcesschool policy. Please submitapplications and resumesto Superintendent Corey Doss, P. O. Box 127, 403Pitkin Ave., Saguache, CO 81149 by June 7th, 2012. Applications are available on the school website www.mountainvalleyschool.orgor at the Superintendent’s
Saguache, Phone #719-655-0267. EOE. (5/31)
T H E A L A M O S ASCHOOL District is ac-cepting applications for the following position: BUS DRIVERS. No experiencenecessary, Flexible, Part-Time Hours, Start at $14.49 per hour, Extensive, paid training, Great workingenvironment, PERA Re-tirement, Must have goodMVR, Must be 21. Applica-
Applications are available -
tendent, 209 Victoria Ave., Alamosa, CO 81101. Formore information, contact Mary Owens at 719-589-9115. EOE. (5/31)
P OL IC E O F F IC E R ,TOWN of South Fork, is now accepting resumes for the position a full time Po-
must be level one Colorado
resume and the person se-lected must pass a physical and mental evaluation. Allapplicants must have no less than two years’ experience
will be accepted until 5:00 PM June 12, 2012. Ap-plications may be receivedat 0100 Silver Thread Lane or mailed to South ForkTown Hall, P.O. Box 369, South Fork, CO 81154. For more information or a copy of the job description, call (719)873-0152. EOE. (5/31)
BUENA VIDA GRILL, LLC is NOW hiring for all positions. Must be ableto work weekdays and weekends, be dependable,professional, have excel-lent customer service & communication skills and have prior experience in the restaurant business. Email resume to [email protected] or stop by 924 Main Street, Ala-mosa. (5/31)
RIO GRANDE HOS -PITAL is looking for an energetic MA or LPN towork 3 days a week at Rio Grande Hospital Clinic inDel Norte. Clinic experi-ence and computer skills preferred. For more in-formation please contact DeeAnn Sierra at 657-4603.RGH is an equal opportu-nity employer. (6/8)
RIO GRANDE HOSPI-TAL has a MA or LPNposition available for allRio Grande Hospital Clin-
to the 4 clinics (Del Norte, Monte Vista, South Fork,and Creede) as needed. Clinic experience and com-puter skills preferred. For more information please contact DeeAnn Sierra at657-4603. RGH is an equal opportunity employer. (6/8)
COOK OPENING AT Conejos County Hospital.This is an on call position,
days off. Previous experi-ence is preferred. Please forward resume to HumanResources, PO Box 639,La Jara, CO 81140, E-mail: [email protected] Fax: (719) 274-6012. (5/31)
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RN- CCHC HAS a PRN position available. Appli-cant must be a graduate of an accredited school and possess current license and certifications. One year of experience preferred. Please forward resume to Human Resources, PO Box 639, La Jara, CO 81140, E-mail: [email protected] Fax: (719) 274-6012. (5/31)
T H E A L A M O S A SCHOOL District is accept-ing applications for the fol-lowing position: High School Math Teacher. This position will also be responsible for teaching AP Calculus. Ap-plications are available at the
209 Victoria Ave., Alamosa, CO 81101 or online at http://alamosa.k12.co.us. For more information, contact Marian Lara at 719-587-1600. Appli-
EOE. (5/31)
POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT. Town of Center Utilities Superin-tendent. Position Title: Utili-ties Superintendent, Salary Range: Min $52,500 DOQ
Full Time - FLSA Exempt 40+ hours per week. Applica-tion Procedure: A complete job description and applica-tion are available at Center Town Hall, or on the Town’s website at http://www.cen-terco.gov/ . All applicants must submit a fully completed and signed application and current resume to Town Hall (in person, by mail, or other carrier, emailed applications not accepted) by the deadline below. No email or fax copies will be accepted. For more information, contact Forrest Neuerburg, Town Manager, 719-754-3497 or [email protected]. The Town of Center to is an EEO employer. Ap-plication Deadline: 5:00 p.m., Thursday, June 21, 2012. (6/8)
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LOOKING FOR EX-PERIENCED cook and waitress at El Charro Café. Apply in person at 421 6th Street. No phone call please. (6/10)
CON EJOS COU NTY NURSING Service is seek-ing a full time Case Manag-er to work with the Conejos/Costilla Options for Long Term Care. Applicant must possess a Bachelor’s degree in one of the human ser-
a case manger with the long term care client population may substitute for the re-quired education on a year for year basis. Individuals with a medical background are also encouraged to ap-ply. Bilingual desirable but not required. Please submit application along with a letter of interest and current resume by the close of busi-ness on May 31, 2012. Ap-plications may be obtained at Conejos County Nursing Service. Contact Stephanie Shawcroft or Connie Edgar at 719-274-4307 for more information. (5/31)
FOG TRUCK DRIVER - The Conejos County Commissioners are seek-ing a part time mosquito abatement applicator to spray in unincorporated areas of Conejos County. Position requires record keeping, computer skills would be helpful. Majority of work will occur during the late evening’s hours. If interested contact Tressesa Martinez, County Admin-istrator at (719) 376-5772 Ext 1 or mail resume to P. O. Box 157, Conejos Colo-rado 81129. Application deadline June 4th, 2012. EOE (5/30)
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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR location San Luis Valley area. Safe op-erations, various heavy equipment, rebuild and maintain dirt/gravel roads. CDLA, clean record re-quired. Contract position, no benefits, year round position, E.O.E. Send re-sume and compensation to Personnel Department PO Box 292, Fort Garland, CO 81133. Deadline June 11, 2012. (6/9)ALAMOSA COUNTY TREASURER is seeking an Accounting Technician. Applicant must have fa-miliarity with account-ing principles, balancing and handling currency, customer service skills, meeting deadlines, process-ing payments, receipts tax payments in to collection system, and must be famil-iar with Microsoft Word and Excel. High School Diploma or GED required and two years experience
bookkeeping background preferred. Applications may be picked up at the Alamosa County Human Resource
-dependence Way Alamosa, CO. or obtained online at www.alamosacounty.org Deadline for applications is Thursday, May 31, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. Inquiries may be directed to Alamosa County Human Resources at 719-587-5166. (5/31)PART TIME ADMIN-ISTRATIVE Support Po-sition. Colorado Choice Health Plans, dba San Luis Valley HMO is looking for an individual to provide administrative support in
position primarily provides support to the Claims and Sales Departments as well as general administrative duties. Responsibilities in-clude maintaining member
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and back up for reception-ist. Required skills include excellent communication skills, knowledge of Mi-crosoft business software, ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and to be well organized and detail oriented. High school edu-cation required, previous
Please send resume to Hu-man Resources, San Luis Valley HMO, 700 Main Street, Suite 100, Alamosa CO 81101. (6/9)
CONTROLLER: ARE YOU looking for a reward-ing and challenging posi-tion with excellent salary and benefits? Due to sig-
Choice Health Plans dba San Luis Valley HMO is adding the position of a controller. The right can-didate will be interested in joining a fast paced, rapidly growing organiza-tion. We offer a pleasant working environment and exceptional growth oppor-tunities. This hands-on po-sition is responsible for the maintenance of accounting records, including month
statement preparation, com-pliance with Federal and State accounting regula-tions and internal controls. Ability to research, analyze and integrate knowledge into working action plans a must. Candidate must have excellent communi-cation, organizational and computer skills. Bachelors degree in accounting and 5 years experience required; CPA preferred. Please send resume to Colorado Choice Health Plans dba San Luis Valley HMO, Attn: Hu-man Resources, 700 Main Street, Suite 100, Alamosa, CO 81101. (6/9)
221HELP WANTED
HOL I DAY I N N E X-PRESS - Now hiring for all shifts-all positions Front Desk. Apply in Person-No calls. (6/1)
CLINICAL APPLICA-TIONS ANALYST for CareTech Solutions @ San Luis Valley Regional Medi-cal Center. The role is to review, analyze, evaluate, and develop clinical appli-cation tools. 3+ years in a professional capacity within a computing environment with demonstrated progres-sion in responsibilities and experience. Experience with McKesson Products or Paragon Practice Partners preferred. Apply @: www.caretech.com/careers-at-caretech, or send resume to A my.ba r t k [email protected]. (6/10)
RESPIRATORY THER-APIST- SLVRMC has a need for a fulltime/night Respiratory Therapist. Suc-cessful candidate must be able to perform advanced procedures requiring appro-priate level of knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and respiratory pharmacology. Qualified candidate will have a High School Diplo-ma or equivalent, completed a certified or registered therapy AMA approved educational program, and credentialed by the Na-tional Board of Respiratory
-ratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, application, and resume to the Human Re-sources Department at 106 Blanca Avenue-Alamosa, CO 81101 by the June 8, 2012 closing date. For fur-ther information please visit our career link on our web-site - www.slvrmc.org. (6/2)
221HELP WANTED
T H E A L A M O S A SCHOOL District is ac-cepting applications for the following positions for Ala-mosa Elementary School K-5: Library Paraprofes-sionals (2), SPED Parapro-fessional, SPED/ELL Para-professional. Applications
of the Superintendent, 209 Victoria Ave., Alamosa, CO 81101 or online at http://ala-mosa.k12.co.us. For more information, contact Mar-ian Lara at 719-587-1600. Application deadline is
CODER / DOCUMEN-TATION SPECIALIST- SVLRMC has a need for a fulltime Coder/Documenta-tion Specialist. Applicant must have knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT Coding Guidelines in addition to computer and customer service skills, High School Diploma or GED. Certi-fication preferred but not required. Interested can-didates should submit a cover letter, application and resume to the Human Re-sources Department at 106 Blanca Avenue-Alamosa, CO 81101 by the June 15, 2012 closing date. For fur-ther information please visit our career link on our web-site - www.slvrmc.org. (6/2)
NEED 5/YR EXPERI-ENCE over the road CDL Driver. Class A. 3-4 days trips, 30¢/mile. Call 588-5400. (6/2)
MOFFAT SCHOOL IS accepting applications for a 1/2 time transportation director/bus mechanic and a full time cook starting Au-
-gerprinted and have a back ground check completed. For more information call 256-4710 or see our website Moffat.csd.schoolfusion.us for an application. Dead-line: June 14, 2012. (6/14)
221HELP WANTED
COMMUNITY BANKS OF COLORADO, a divi-sion of NBH BANK, N.A. is looking for a TELLER for its SOUTH FORK bank-ing center. TELLERS are responsible for delivering the “Client Experience” by providing excellent client service with each inter-action while performing routine Banking Center and Client service duties. Excel-lent customer service skills and ability to multi-task and to perform tasks with accuracy required. Banking experience and knowledge of FiServ preferred. Email resume to [email protected] or fax to 720.529.3369(6/2)
307APPLIANCES
DO YOU HAVE old appli-ances, scrap, or old batteries around your home? Don’t have the time to remove it? We can remove and haul off at no charge, to you or me! Call 719-580-2222. (TFN)
FOR SALE: GOOD, used 18cf Frigidaire w/cross top freezer. $150/obo. Call 719-852-2117. (5/30)
310- BUILDING MATERIALS
GOOD, USED LUMBER. Few hundred boards. 2x8’s, 1x6’s, a few 1x8’s and 4x8’s. Call 480-5204. (5/26)
341 - GARAGE SALES
YARD SALE. 140 Pin-tada Drive, Monte Vista. 8:30am-1:30pm. (5/26)
TOWN WIDE YARD Sale in La Veta Colorado. Sat-Mon, Memorial Day Weekend, 9am-? (5/26)
341 - GARAGE SALES
HUGE GARAGE SALE. Something for everyone. 7:30-2:00, Friday and Sat-urday. 708 Diamond, Ala-mosa. (5/26)
LARGE YARD SALE 550 4th Street Del Norte. Satur-day May 26th and Sunday May 27th 8-4. Household, garage/shop, lawn/garden, collectibles, antiques, au-tomotive, and tools. (5/26)
5/26, 7AM. 10473 Hwy 160 east Alamosa near South-way Construction. Clothes, furniture, dishes, misc. items. (5/26)
803 AND 707 Douglas Drive, Alamosa. 5/26, 7am-noon. Snowmobile and ac-cessories, snowboarding ac-cessories, bicycles, washer/dryer, twin bed, dishes, kitchenware, men’s dressclothes. Moving Sale! (5/26)
345WOOD
FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Good, solid, pinewood. Split or blocked. Call 719-850-2632. Delivery avail-able. (6/6-TFN)
350 - FARM EQUIPMENT
BRENT 770 GRAIN Cart, $9,500, pictures available. 8000/Gallon Fuel Tank, $8000. Both in excellent condition. Dick, 303-444-4333 x14. (5/28)
351LIVESTOCK
LIMOUSIN BULLS FORsale - coming two’s - black, red, and polled. Eddie Orth,719-852-3069. (5/30-TFN)
Page 14 Valley Courier Saturday, May 26, 2012
Newly Remodeled & Disabled Units
Available!A pp lica tions fo r 2 & 3 bedroom fam ily un its .Valley Grande Apts
2256 E. DriveMonte Vista, CO
852-4302TTY
1-800-659-2656This institution is an
equal opportunity provider and employer
Accepting applications for 2 & 3 bedroom
apartments. Family living at an affordable price.
Valle Vista Apts.58 E. Central Ave.
Center, Colo.754-2608
TTY1-800-659-2656This institution is an equal
opportunity provider and employer
Accepting applications for 2 & 3 apartments.
Family living at an affordable price.
Sangre de Cristo Apts.
273 WillsCenter, Colo.
754-2649TTY
1-800-659-2656This institution is an equal
opportunity provider and employer
Accepting applications for 2 bedroom apartments.
Family living at an affordable price.
Guadalupe Hacienda Apts.
404 W. 8thAntonito, Colo.
376-2025TTY
1-800-659-2656This institution is an equal
opportunity provider and employer
Accepting applications for 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. Rent based on income for qualifying
households.Gomez Manor Apts.
804 State St.Antonito, Colo.
376-2388TTY
1-800-659-2656This institution is an equal
opportunity provider and employer
Accepting applications for 1 bedroom apartments. Must be 62 or older or disabled.
Cielo Vista Apts.166 S. Wills
Center, Colo.754-3664
TTY1-800-659-2656This institution is an equal
opportunity provider and employer
Accepting applications for 2 & 3 apartments. Family
living at an affordable price.
Casa de Cortez751 Mussmam Lane
Center, Colo.754-3261
TTY1-800-659-2656This institution is an equal
opportunity provider and employer
351LIVESTOCK
FEMALE, 3/4 ARABI-AN, 1/4 MUSTANG. Gray/brown. $250/obo. 719-298-0789. (TFN)SINGLE HORSE TRAIL-ER. Bumper pull, home-made, good rubber, spare, extra tire, good floor, new jack, clear title. $600/obo. 588-3464, lv msg. (6/25)AQHA DUNE MARE. Very cute by Hollywood Dunit. Great height for kids, mountain trail horse. $2200. Call 719-580-4437 or 719-589-6257. (7/9)4-WHEEL BUGGY SIN-GLE horse pull w/harness very good condition. 719-580-4602 or 719-852-3877. (5/30)
353 - FARM & LIVESTOCK SERVICES
ATTENTION FARMERS: ARE you looking for a prod-uct to increase your yields in your production for crops or dairy? There is good help available: “Proven Products”. Contact 719-852-7070. (6/2)HORSESHOEING/FAR-RIER LEWIS HART (719) 850-0734(TFN)
356 - MEAT& PRODUCE
F R E E Z E R R E A DY GRASS-FED Beef. 719-588-4499. (5/31)
357 - MACHINERY & TOOLS
CRAFTSMAN LAWN MOWER, 6hp, 22” self propelled mulcher with bag. $175/obo. Runs GREAT!! 850-3232. (7/11)
360 - MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
DO YOU HAVE old appli-ances, scrap, or old batteries around your home? Don’t have the time to remove it? We can remove and haul off at no charge, to you or me! Call 719-580-2222. (TFN)TATTOO KITS 4 sale. I also have needles, disposable barrels, $3/ea. If you have questions call 719-298-7212. Thanks. (TFN)A N T I Q U E WAG O N WHEEL bench. Call 719-580-5750 to see. 1208 Hunt, Alamosa. (6/20)OAK LIGHTED CURIO cabinet for sale. Asking $175, call 588-8684. (TFN)2001 S-10 FIBERGLASS CAMPER SHELL, ROLL BAR, SLEEPER SEC-TIONAL COUCH, AIR HOCKEY TABLE, EXEC-UTIVE DESK, GO KART. 580-2197. (7/3)TWO MINITURE HORS-ES with pony cart and har-ness. Like new Recumbent Bicycle. Call 719-589-2179 or 719-580-2009. (5/26)BEAUTIFUL BUSHY PI-NON and Spruce trees. 4-6’. Delivered and planted, $85. 719-588-7893. (6/6)HEAVY BREED BABY chicks. Ross hatchery in La Jara. 274-5102. (6/6)CRAFTSMAN LAWN-MOWER LT 2000. Like new, barely used, in good condition. $1200. 719-480-3990. (5/29)LIKE NEW TONNEAU cover for Chevy/GMC 1500 4-door pickup. Undercover SE brand hard cover with auto lifters, interior light and lock. Black in color. $1,200 new, now $800. Call 580-0550. (TFN)
362 - HOMEFURNISHINGS
2 KIDS BEDS with trun-dles. One has canopy. For questions call 852-9585. Leave a message. (5/26)COFFEE-TABLE, SOFA-TABLE, SOFA, loveseat, white shelf, wood shelf,
Baker’s rack. 719-588-5926. (5/29)
369 - PETS & SUPPLIES
GOT PUPPIES? NEED help to find them good homes? If you can hold on to them from 10 days to two weeks, we can help. We offer free vaccinations, dog food, help with gas money if you need it, and we can help pay for your mama dog to be
also rescue adult dogs and the occasional cat. Animals go to loving, responsible homes. We personally adopt out each animal. Please call us for details. Over 7,200 animals have been rescued & adopted in 10 years! SLV Animal Welfare Society - phone 719-587-WOOF (9663), email: [email protected], website: www.slvaws.org. (TFN)VALLEY DOG TRAIN-ING, Alamosa. Obedience, agility, rally classes, $40, 6/wks. Call 719-379-4157 for information. (5/27)2/YR OLD WHITE Stan-dard Poodle for sale. No Breeders. $500 negotiable. Call 719-480-3154. (5/30)DOG TRAINING GROUP classes, basic obedience. Now accepting reservations. Starting June 2nd. Limited class sizes. Make your res-ervation early. Call 626-617-2274. (5/31)BROWN/WHITE ADULT MALE English bulldog for sale, $650. Call Justin at 719-588-9967 for more information. (6/2)
369 - PETS & SUPPLIES
OLD ENGLISH BULL-DOG puppies. Registered, 1st shots. $800. 719-672-0115. (6/2)FREE YELLOW LAB pure bred with papers, fe-male, 2yrs old, house and kennel trained. Great dog. Call for info, 719-588-2499. (TFN)D O G G R O O M I N G LARGE & small dogs wel-comed!! Call Tails A Waggin Dog Grooming. Call 587-5509. (6/21)
387 - WANTED TO BUY
WANTED: A TRAM-POLINE and 32” and up
(TFN)
*LANDOWNER DEER TAGS WANTED* For UNIT 68/681/682 OR UNIT 79. Me and my family are from Louisiana and we re-ally enjoy hunting Colorado. Please contact me with any availability. Chad Harvey 504-453-5090. (6/19)WA N T E D : C L E A N , USED 2/stage air compres-sor, 60 or 80 gallon, 220 volt. 719-588-3104. (6/20)
388 - WATER SHARES
FARMER LOOKING TO purchase water from Lariat Monte Vista or Santa Maria for farming needs. Will pay top dollar. Please inquire at Valley Courier, [email protected] Subject: Water. (5/26)
401 - BUSINESS PROPERTIES
FOR SALE BY OWNER. Motivated seller, zoned Commercial light industrial, Hwy frontage, for more in-formation call (719) 580-5901. (TFN)
415 - HOMES FOR SALE
415 - HOMES FOR SALE
2500 SQ FT, 11 room, 3 bdm, 3 bath, 2200 sq ft ga-rage, gardens, waterfall, 1 mile south of Monte Vista. Beautiful property. 716-474-4239. (6/15)COUNTRY HOME NEAR the Lake. Immac. On 2 ac near Marina@Lake Navajo. 4+Bd/3Ba/3-car Gar/Shop. Walk to the Piedra River. Views!!! GallantandHart-ley@Keller Williams. 970-375-3232. (5/31)
415 - HOMES FOR SALE
420 - LOTS & ACREAGE
LIQUIDATION SALE, 51/ACRES adjacent Cattails Golf Course. Appr. 131/lots reduced to $1,000,090.00. Premier development op-portunity. Scott at 970-749-0099, Keller Williams Re-alty. (5/26)RIVERBEND ESTATES. 3/LOTS SOLD!, 2/lots left, great location. Reduced price! Call 588-6608. (5/27)
426 - MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE
2001 28X56, 4/BDRM, 2/bath. Laundry room, large kitchen, covered deck. Can-not be moved. $40000, lot rent $240. 589-4242. (6/6)1994 28X60, 3/BDRM, 2/bath, 6” walls, fireplace, eat-in kitchen, dining room. On wheels. $28000. 719-589-4242. (6/21)
525GUNS
FOR SALE: ONCE brass, for reloading. Different calibers. Call for info 580-0398. (TFN)
601 APARTMENTS FOR RENT
601 APARTMENTS FOR RENT
MONTE VISTA - small studio apartment, all utili-ties paid, no smoking, no pets, year lease $400/mo $400/deposit 719-850-1160 (TFN-6/19)2/BDRM DOWNSTAIRS APARTMENT near college and hospital. $650/mo, $425/dep. Dishwasher, range, re-frig., patio. Call 588-1716 or 589-6327. No pets/smoking. A PA R T M E N T F O R R E N T. No smok i ng. No Pets. Alamosa. Call (719)588-8588(TFN)AVAILABLE NOW. LUX-URY Apartments in South Fork. 3/Bed 1/Bath. W/D hookups. SPECIAL SUM-MER MOVE IN OFFER. Call 719-873-9865. (7/31)1/BEDROOM APART-MENT, DEL Norte utilities included. $425/rent $425/deposit. No smoking/pets 520-825-2277. (TFN-6/21)LUXURY 1/BDRM, PLUS guest room for single. No pets, kids or smokers. $700/mo, $675/dep. Tom, 719-588-3985.2/BDRM APT. $675/MO, $600/dep. All utilities includ-ed. No pets. 719-379-3436 or 719-580-6798. (5/29)STUDIO APARTMENT FOR rent. All utilities paid including satellite. Country living, access to Jacuzzi and Sauna, BBQ pit. $450/mo. 480-9893. (6/1)EAST ALAMOSA: MO-TEL style room. No pets/smokers, references/lease required. $290/mo, $250/dep. 719-580-3710. (TFN-6/13)
601 APARTMENTS FOR RENT
1/BDRM, QUIET LOCA-TION. No kids, pets, or smoking. Call 589-5151. (5/29)AVAILABLE IMMEDI-ATELY, 1 & 2/BDRMS apartments, 2/blocks from ASC. 719-251-3597. (5/30)
606 - BUSINESS PROP. FOR RENT
BEAUTIFUL ALAMOSA OFFICE spaces, large and small with common board room, lobby and kitchen. 587-2776. (5/28-TFN)NICE OFFICE SPACE for rent. Utilities included. Call 588-6608. (5/31)PROFESSIONAL OF-FICE SPACE for rent. Beautifully remodeled large or small office, salon, or doctor’s office available. Approximately 750 square feet OR 150 square feet with private rest room. Must see: 237 Broadway, Alamosa or call 719-237-3307. (6/6)
611 - HOMES FOR RENT
NORTH MONTE VISTA - 3 bedroom, 2 baths. One small pet ok! $525/mo., call 719-850-1716. (6/13-TFN)3/BDRM, 2/BATH HOME 7/mi south of Alamosa. Lots of trees. $650/mo f+l+d. 719-672-3716/719-298-8737. (TFN-6/13)CLEAN NEW 1600/SQFT 3/2 home, 40/acres just east of Alamosa. $900/mo, fenced yard. Call 719-588-1088. LARGE 3 BEDROOM/ 3bath house South Fork. Wood stove, propane fireplace ETS. On Rio Grande. Non-smoking. $775. 873-5670. (6/20)LARGE 2 BEDROOM/ 2bath house South Fork. Pro-
Rio Grande. Non-smoking. $625. 873-5670 (6/20)3/4 BDRM 2 bath modular for rent in town in Alamosa. $790/700. 970-403-2720. 4 BDRM 1 bath house for rent in Alamosa. $790/700. 970-403-2720. (5/31)3/BDRM, 1/BATH, W/FENCED yard and attached garage in Monte Vista. 719-274-5981. (6/1)
630 - ROOMS FOR RENT
ROOMS IN ALAMOSA, includes utilities. $300/mo, men only. 580-2306, 588-4153, 480-5693. (5/29)
640 - WANTED TO RENT
WANTED TO RENT: 1-2 bdrm. House in coun-try/out of town, Alamosa area, allows pets. Have references. Call after 5 or weekends 719-588-7915.(TFN)
702 - AUTOS FOR SALE
96 CHEVY ASTRO Van. New tires and new fuel pump. Good condition. $2500 or best offer. Call 719-274-0420 please leave message. (TFN)1974 CHRYSLER NEW Yorker Brougham. All origi-nal 440 engine. Excellent. $4500. 850-1534. (5/26)FOR SALE: 2004 Chrysler Sebring. $5000/obo. 719-580-0712. (6/12)2006 JEEP WRANGLER Rubicon, multi-disc, AC, automatic, soft top, wench, over-sized tires. 28000/miles, excellent condition. Serious inquiries only. $24000. 719-580-2289. (6/19) 05 SUZUKI FRENZA Wagon, 4/door, 2.0L, 40/mpg, new tires. $4500. 588-7597. (6/20)91 FORD TAURUS, silver, orig. 72000/mi, auto, air, new tires. Good glass, needs door handle (am replacing). $1200/obo. 719-480-0011 or 719-480-2967. (6/19)2009 CHEVY IMPALA. Clean, sunroof, Michelin tires, 30/mpg, extended war-ranty. $12900. 589-6756 or 580-2162. (5/26)84 PORSCHE 944, blk, runs good, needs brake work,
705 - AUTO/TRUCK PARTS/REPAIR
LIKE NEW TONNEAU cover for Chevy/GMC 1500 4-door pickup. Undercover SE brand hard cover with auto lifters, interior light and lock. Black in color. $1,200 new, now $800. Call 580-0550. (TFN)
710CLASSIC AUTOS
1984 MASERATI BITUR-BO. Great mileage. Leather interior. $10000 in upgrades. Water injected. $1900. 580-3710. (TFN-6/20)
713 - PICK-UP TRUCKS
1996 1/TON CREW Full-length bed, 4x4, very good condition. 7.3l powerstroke. $7200. 850-1534. (5/26)2006 MAZDA B2300 pick-up. Charcoal color, 47000 miles, 5-speed, A/C, one owner, new tires. $6900. 719-873-1400 or 940-257-5450. (6/22)
715 - 4X4 VEHICLES
2007 F-250 LARIAT Su-perduty powerstroke turbo diesel, 4/door, runs great, very clean truck, must sell, will let go for balance owed $26650. 719-580-7141. (5/30)1972 FORD F250. Cum-mins diesel, 5/sp, 4’ lift, 18”/wheels, 35”/tires. $11000. 480-5873. (6/6)
715 - 4X4 VEHICLES
2000 FORD F-150 4x4 XLT. Regular cab, shortbed. 4.2-L V6, 5-speed manual. 215K.Green. Aggressive new tires ($1000 value). Bedliner. Camp-ershell missing back window. Cosmetic deer damage. Runs great. Photos at http://pueblo.craigslist.org/cto/2976736610.html. Only $3600! Matt 970-724-9326. 2001 DODGE DAKOTAextended cab 4x4. $6500. CallPat 719-588-4821. (6/14)2004 SUBARU FOREST-ER, 4x4, 4/door, automatic,gray, one owner. Excellent con-dition. 173,000 highway miles.$6000. Call 719-588-6424 or 719-588-5842. (6/27)1997 CHEVY BLAZER 4x4, 4 door, $2700. 587-5506 or 719-580-0510. (7/2)03 FORD F250 XLT su-percab, 4x4, 7.3 turbo diesel, 120000/mi, very clean. $16000.Call 588-7597. (6/20)
736 - ATVS & MOTORCYCLES
1971 BMW R50. Total res-toration, total engine rebuild, show room condition. $5500.850-1534. (5/26)2000 SOFTAIL CUSTOM. 21000 original miles w/95” S&S Big Bore Kit Installed 2500/mi ago. $9,800/obo. Call1-866-344-6148 or email [email protected]. 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON 883 Custom Motorcycle. Lots of Chrome, saddlebags and extras. Only 6000/mi. $6600. 589-3003 or 580-3003. (6/7)2005 TTR90 YAMAHA.Kick/electric start. Great kidsbike. $800. Call 719-580-1158.
737RVS
1999 PACE-ARROW VI-SION Motorhome. 36’, 2/slides, washer/dryer, air, 2/furnaces, 2/TV’s, Hydro-jacks, generator. Ford V10 46289/mi. Nice unit. $27500. 719-589-9569. (6/2)SNO-CAT 1979 TUCKER360 Chrystal motor w/plow. $12900. 970-903-2900. (6/9)1996 TIOGA MONTARA Motorhome, 24 ft, 30831 miles, has two sets of bunk beds, sleeps 8, fully self contained, generator,A/C, microwave, $10250. Call719-852-4601 (evenings) or 719-850-1270 (day).
742 - TRUCKS & TRAILERS
1997 LANCE CAMPER 81/2’. Very clean. 1995 Chev-rolet C2500 DuraMax Diesel. Both for $7000 or make offer. 719-589-9569. (6/2)LIKE NEW TONNEAUcover for Chevy/GMC 1500 4-door pickup. Undercover SE brand hard cover with auto lifters, interior light and lock. Black in color. $1,200 new, now $800. Call 580-0550. (TFN)
748 - VANS & CONVERSIONS
77 DODGE TRADESMAN delivery van. Excellent condi-tion, extended mirrors, lowmiles, cages with door inside, in-sulated, hitch. $1200. 480-2967.
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