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March-April 2008 published monthly Stapleton, Lowry, Park Hill, and North Aurora Issue 4 Vol 3

in this issue Denver's Smiley Middle School granted


Biggest Music
F E AT U R I N G
Festival International Baccalaureate
13 Social
Ills...
planned for
Dick's
Sporting
Status
Smiley Middle School
announced on March 19
Goods Park that it will become a fully
accredited International
Baccalaureate (IB) Middle
Dick's Sporting Goods Years Programme at a press
Park, Kroenke Sports conference in the school's
Enterprises, and AEG Live library. Smiley will begin the
Rocky Mountain Region process to become an IB
today announced the first Middle Years Programme in
Can Restorative annual Mile High Music the 2008-2009 school year,
Festival powered by which will bring changes
Justice stop Billy SanDisk. and new opportunities to
Students attend a presentation on Smiley's new IB status
The Mile High Music youth in Denver’s Park Hill
from becoming Festival will be held on the neighborhood. Kevin Patterson, and and focuses on preparing
In attendance where sev- Nathaniel Howard, Smiley students for the Diploma
Billy the Kid? fields complex at Dick’s
Sporting Goods Park. Tom eral local dignitaries, Middle School principal. Programme, that IB stu-

4
Petty and the Heartbreakers including City Council pres- The IB Middle Years dents would engage in high
will headline on Saturday, ident Michael Hancock, Program is designed for stu- school. Widely recognized
DPS Board of Education's dents aged eleven to sixteen, Continued on Page 2
The major task of the
School trip was building a
Revitalization in
North Denver, 5
small school building,
which was even more
McCann leads candidates for
years in - failures
and favorable
remarkable in that it
was done by hand and
August primary
with rudimentary tools
results of shovels,
Beth McCann took top line on the primary ballot for
State House District 8 on Saturday in what turned out to
wheelbarrows and
be a marathon day of meetings for Denver Democrats.
picks.
I N T H E N E WS "It's really a great time to be a Democrat in Colorado,"
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DENVER, CO
PRSRT STD

PERMIT NO.

July 19 and the Dave said McCann. "It was such an exciting, energetic day,
PAID

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Matthews Band will top the and I'm very grateful to my supporters who were with

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6 Coping with bill on Sunday, July 20.
Colorado has never
me the whole time -- their patience paid off in the end!
I know that with this kind of passion and commitment
Financial Stress before seen a music festival in the party, we have a lot to look forward to in November
of this magnitude. The festi- and beyond."
9 Greenways val footprint will host five
stages (some tented), food
McCann narrowly edged out her competitors, with
Return from many of Denver’s top
all three candidates achieving the 30% standard needed
to make it on to the primary ballot.

3 Lowry Vista restaurants, an artists’ vil- "Timing was much more of a factor than we antici-
lage, misting tents, and pated," commented McCann campaign director Kathryn
more. Poindexter. "We had to wait for a senate district to fin-
The Mile High Music ish their business before the house district meeting could

15 Does Jack 'n Festival will feature a tre-


mendous variety of musical
start. At first the extra time was a good opportunity to
talk with undecided delegates, but after we passed the
Grill liveup to the talent, ranging from estab- 90-minute mark, our whole strategy became about just
Stapleton's tower Ledger

lished touring powerhouses


hype? to some of the hottest up-
keeping our supporters in the room." Poindexter con-
cluded "I don't think anyone left here thinking

17 What you've and-coming performers, democracy is a glamorous process. But we did what we
including a number of bands came here to do, and that's what counts."
Denver, CO 80246
P.O. Box 460142

wanted to know from Denver’s vibrant music Final results were:


scene. Total votes: 243
about Mediation In addition to the head- McCann: 84; 34.6%
liners, performance Bergles: 80; 32.9%
highlights will include John Lowery: 78; 32.1%
Continued on Page 9
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Tower Ledger Internation Baccalaureate Comes to Smiley


March-April 2008 published monthly Stapleton, Lowry, Park Hill, and North Aurora Issue 4 Vol 3
Smiley gains World School Status, Middle Years Program
Continued from Page 1
Stapleton, Lowry, Park Hill.
Hilltop, Hale, Mayfair,
by many of the world's universities, part in the communities in which they processes and resources needed to
CRESTMOOR, Montclair, and the IB Diploma Programme is nearby live, thereby encouraging responsible deliver the programme, including the
North Aurora available to Smiley students only at citizenship; in homo faber, students training of teachers. The school must
Issue 4 • Volume 2 • March-April 2008 George Washington high school. explore in multiple ways the processes then implement the full programme
"This [Middle Years] period, and products of human creativity, thus for at least one year.
encompassing early puberty and mid- learning to appreciate and develop in At the end of the trial period, a del-
adolescence, is a particularly critical themselves the human capacity to egation appointed by the IB visits the
Contributing Editors
phase of personal and intellectual influence, transform, enjoy and school and evaluates the school’s
Devon Barclay, Angela Sasseville development and requires a pro- improve the quality of life; in environ- capacity to deliver the programme. If
Mark Mehringer, Helen Hand, Jeff LeClair,
gramme that helps students participate mental education, students’ develop the outcome is positive, the school
Sophia Throop, Danielle Corriveau
actively and responsibly in a changing an awareness of their interdependence becomes authorized to offer the pro-
Photography
Lisa Digan, Sophia Throop
and increasingly interrelated world. with the environment so that they gramme and attains the status of IB
Learning how to learn and how to understand and accept their responsi- World School. The school’s delivery of
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the IB. lives. process of professional development
Sven Hanson During the Middle Years program, Only schools authorized by the IB by attending IB workshops and con-
students study subjects from each of as IB World Schools can offer the ferences, participating in online
Publisher
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March-April 2008 published monthly Stapleton, Lowry, Park Hill, and North Auro
The basic equation: buy cheap products American wages suffered a real dollar

The Dry Rot Economy at Wal-Mart from the Chinese. The


Chinese, with their fixed-rate currency
decline. Savings and investment go
down, creating a negative feedback loop
The financial contagion of the sub- has traditionally been a very low risk system (part of the reason their goods which tightens credit.
prime mortgage crash continues to work market, municipal bonds, is now a bad are cheap) then turn around and invest At the same time, our overleveraged
its way through the nation’s economic joke. And job creating projects - roads, those dollars in American debt. Because capital market is rapidly unwinding.
foundations like dry rot. schools, bridges, hospitals - are now at the Chinese can’t reinject the full value The Bear Stearns bailout vaporized
But to put the blame on mortgage risk. of their profits into their economy with- some $18 billion in capital, looking back
lenders, banks and the like is to mistake One of the core reasons for the cred- out causing hyper-inflation, largely over the past year.
swelling for the fracture. The U.S. econ- it calamity traces itself back to the because their fixed-rate currency can’t The answer, which is uncertain at
omy is out of sorts at a very fundamental federal budget deficit and the twin hall- adjust relative to the dollar, both nations best, is that we must get debt, both per-
level — and the result is that we see the are trapped in this worsening spiral. sonal and federal, under control; reduce
municipal bond (bonds issued by cities This trapped capital is This in turn weakens the dollar our spending on energy; and re-invigo-
and schools) market collapse at both yet one sign of how internationally, which causes energy rate the core of the American economy
the level of the insurer and at the lend- bad the American (and food) prices to go up, out of pro- by boosting productivity through inno-
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Lowry Neighbors rally on Lowry Vista EXERCISE RESEARCH


STUDY!
Dave Siefkas If there are greater environmental prob-
To participate in this study you must
It might surprise all of you, except those lems at the Lowry Vista site that would
be...
following the issues closely, that many of cause it to be less valuable, then what are
• a woman or man in generally good
the same issues that surfaced regarding the those problems? The threat could be sub- health
proposed Buckley Annex redevelopment stantial if the liability is near $49,999,990. • 60 – 75 years of age
are now surfacing on the Lowry Vista (old If Federal BRAC guidelines prevail for • not lifting weights regularly but
landfill) redevelopment project. Perhaps base closures, then how were they followed willing to start
like me, you too wonder why? for one redevelopment project and not for • not using aspirin, ibuprofen or simi-
After listening to one of the recent another? lar drugs more than 2 days per month
Lowry Vista presentations unveiling some Why should we allow developers to put
Eligible women and men will receive
new plans for the project, I again, like the more money in their pockets for high-den-
at no cost...
issues surrounding Buckley Annex, found sity redevelopment plans, causing traffic • health screening tests
myself confronting issues of high density, congestion, noise and air pollution, and • a personalized and supervised exer-
increased traffic congestion, and environ- environmental and health concerns that cise program
mental concerns. I think Lowry United lurk in these fast-track proposals? Why
Neighborhoods RNO, supported by sur- are the residents left to suffer for develop- We are looking at the effects of the
rounding RNO’s at the edges of Lowry, just er’s profits? pain reliever ibuprofen on changes in
muscle and bone due to exercise in
asked questions on all those issues at the Now I am sure you can think of other
older adults.
Buckley Annex “public” meetings. Assured questions too. I have many more myself
Initial screening tests include a physi-
by the Lowry Redevelopment Authority but not enough time or space to express cal exam, bone density scan, treadmill
(LRA) and Lowry Community Master them. Concerned Lowry and surrounding exercise test, and blood tests. Wom-
Association (LCMA) that they were listen- residents deserve credible answers to these en and men who qualify will begin
ing, we can now be relatively sure nobody questions, and more. planned exercise training for 9 months
was ever listening or ever heard us. The broken promise for acres of open at our exercise facility. Participants
Lowry Vista is another redevelopment spaces is disappointing to many residents. will take ibuprofen or an inactive pill
project with similar issues, and in some The promises of walkways and bikeways (placebo) on the days they exercise.
This study is funded by the National
respects may represent greater concerns seem to be dwindling in favor of increased
Institutes of Health.
than Buckley Annex. The redevelopment traffic congestion. I wonder if developer Monetary compensation provided.
of Lowry Vista is on the horizon and profits will get in the way and jeopardize Principal Investigator: Wendy Kohrt,
nobody is listening. Imagine that. LRA the quality of life many of us in the Lowry PhD - - COMIRB #06-0769
has lost focus in its rush to sunset. community have come to appreciate.
Below is a brief comparison chart of the Lowry residents, and those surround- Interested?... please contact Marsha at
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If you studied the chart, I surmise you economic analyses, feasibility studies, envi-
University of Colorado at Denver and
are thinking about some of the same ques- ronmental findings, and traffic studies data Health Sciences Center.
tions I had about the projects. Let me list for their own review. Otherwise, how will
a few for you: we ever have opportunity to protect our
How can 70-acres be so valuable at quality of living and get our city leaders to
Buckley Annex site and not be worth much help protect us – the taxpayers?
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Revitalization after five years: failures, and


foundations for success
Ed. Note: This story examines three receive a school improvement grant leaving observers questioning DPS’s
North Denver Schools that were “revi- for the 2008-2009 school year, and commitment to community input in
talization” projects after a 2003 mill funding for an IB coordinator and a school reform.
levy was pased by Denver voters. The foreign language teacher, both part At Skinner today, vestiges of revi-
three schools were the closest group- of the requirements to stay in the six- talization remain. The AVID program,
ing geographically of the schools that year long hunt for the IB certification, which both helps to organize students,
NewCelebrate
Come sectionals... the underwent revitalization in its first couldn’t be found in Brown’s regular provides them with learning skills,
incarnation. budget. While Brown has been accept- and structures the classroom environ-
new bookcases...
Holidays at Five years after Denver voters gave ed into the IB Primary Years accredita- ment, remains, trademark binders and
Denver Public Schools $2.3 million tion program, it has not yet completed all. AVID is a fourth- through twelfth-
new colors... yearly to revitalize failing schools, the the course. grade system to prepare students in
Come Celebrate the
New season!
results in North Denver are decidedly Suzanne Loughran, Brown’s prin- the academic middle for four-year col-
mixed. Three schools received revi- cipal, says that Brown has received lege eligibility. And Integrated Arts
Holidays at talization funds in the first go round: a “long-term commitment from the lives on, in the form of profession-
Brown and Remington Elementaries, district” to fund IB, citing a letter of al development, and many Skinner
your classically hip furniture and Skinner Middle School. Remington support from Superintendent Michael teachers have been trained in a Denver
& decor store, featuring is closing next year, the most glaring Bennet. But Loughran does not know University program that teaches them
failure, and almost a total write-off of the source of the dollars. “I look for- to use the arts to enliven the classroom
personalized service & taxpayer investment. Skinner Middle ward to getting a better understanding and leverage learning.
everyday low pricing. has turned away from its revitalization of why we were not funded as a Beacon Despite student achievement prob-
•your classically
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dent performance in North Denver. nization. Whether the means or the program that seeks to put graduates
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S. Colo. daily... Brown has shown the most success political will exist within DPS to main- from America’s elite universities in
post-revitalization, with improving test tain that funding for the long term urban classrooms. That has added to
Floor models being
/FF/NE)TEM scores and strong parent support for is an open question, given the con- Skinner’s teaching corps, without a
the school’s Intenational Baccalaureate stantly shifting sands of school reform budget drain. But the beat goes on, as
reduced to make room!
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(IB) program. Brown was controver- funding. Brown has been successful in the declining enrollment means the
sial early, with every teacher at the attracting foundation grant dollars to middle school will be cutting teachers
school initially fired. New leadership support professional development for again next year.
transformed the school, and families teachers, a key ingredient in improv- DPS has inaugurated a new bud-
choiced into the school in substantial ing student achievement and meeting geting approach, which, within limits,
numbers. IB goals. puts students at the core of the fund-
But alarm bells went off in the Councilman Rick Garcia said that ing process. But the dollars are still too
University Hills West Brown parent community last month he was told by DPS Community lia- fragmented, too restricted and ulti-
MVMVTGVSOJUVSFDPN when funding for the expensive IB sion Happy Haynes that money for mately, too few, to make meaningful
program was at risk. Brown did not IB would be found and restored. The changes in programming sustainable,
foundation for success at Brown has successful propositions. Programs,
been preserved, at least for anoth- particularly computer-assisted learn-
er year. More importantly, DPS has ing interventions, are too expensive to
kept the faith with parents who have be within the reach of many schools.
choiced into Brown, as much as two- Further complicating the picture is
thirds of Brown’s entering students, the high cost of personnel. DPS’ bud-
using Loughran estimation. geting requires that each teacher cost
“DPS has stated that they are going a school over $62,000- even though
to continue to fund the IB program teachers with full benefits often make
at Brown,” says Tony Curcio, a par- much less. So a school that is able
ent at Brown. “We’re looking for a to find $35,000 in its budget to pay
commitment for Brown, Lake (middle for a reading specialist or a program
school) and a future Northwest Denver coordinator is still unavailable to hire
Diploma (high school) program.” a full-time teacher for the role. Those
The Brown funding issue points limits constrain innovation and stu-
out just how difficult funding reform dent achievement by placing bureau-
is. Change and programming require cratic rules ahead of student progress.
funding, dollars that are just not con- The DPS Budget Guidance Manual
templated in DPS’ standard budget- for 2008 runs 55 pages, complete with
ing system. Those dollars also raise clip-art from 1989. Almost every page
questions of funding equity — schools contains restrictions on how schools
in line for revitalization money (now can spend dollars, and admonitions
called Beacon Schools) receive more that deviations have to be approved
money per student than other schools. at the highest level of DPS administra-
Revitalization was supposed to be the tion. The result is a central planning
foundation for sustainable change, but document that may stifle finding new
that has not been the reality. solutions. The words “flexible” and
The lessons at Brown, one of DPS’s “innovate” are not to be found even
Beacon Schools, may be equally diffi- once in the document.
cult to replicate. Involved parents and For taxpayers and parents, DPS’
prepared students are critical ingredi- mixed record of success suggests both
ents to school success. Parents most the difficulties and the potential for
engaged are most likely to choice into transforming struggling schools. But
schools showing success — a causal DPS still has yet to fully integrate the
conundrum that administrators and reality of school choice into an institu-
think tanks don’t want to admit, at tional perspective that gives students
least in public discussion of school the best chance at success.any.
success. —Tower Ledger
At Skinner, after a contentious com-
munity process, the Integrated Arts
model was adopted, and funded at the
cost of hundreds of thousands of dol-
lars. But a change of principal meant
the model was partially abandoned,
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Colorado Free University


Moves classes to Lowry
Beginning in May, Colorado Free allow the school to serve the commu-
University will hold its CompuSkills nity better. The Lowry Campus has
Computer Training classes at its accessible and ample parking and the
Lowry Campus. CFU has been busy remodeling will make the space at
remodeling the old Firehouse in Lowry more conducive for classes. A
Lowry to accommodate two new new kitchen has been added to the
computer labs for classes, as well as a Lowry Campus, as well, meaning that
third lab that will be available for a wide variety of cooking classes will
rental by outside groups wanting to soon be available through Colorado
do computer training. Free University.
In addition to holding computer Colorado Free University has
classes at the Lowry Campus, most of been Denver’s premier adult learning
CFU’s administrative offices will center since 1987. Founded by John
move to Lowry. The Colfax and York Hand, the school was founded on
location, which has been home to principles that emerged from the free
CFU for twenty-one years will con- speech movement in the early 1970’s.
tinue to be used for classes and will Teachers come from the community
have some staff presence. with ideas, passion, and expertise and
Moving day is scheduled for May offer their courses as independent
2. The first Compuskills Computer contractors. Students need not apply
class at Lowry will be Adobe or have any prerequisites to take part
Photoshop Elements, on Tuesday in classes. Everything from foreign
May 6. languages to art, business, medita-
While the school has no intention tion, and relationship and personal
of abandoning Colfax and plans to growth opportunities are available at
Tavern
continue to hold classes in its Central
Campus, President Helen Hand
hopes that the shift to Lowry will
the school. CFU offers about 400
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Coping with financial stress


Angela Sasseville situation, such as soothing your the economy. Then note whether roof. Give yourself a break from
By now we’ve all heard numer- or not your diet has helped you your stress and worry by return-
ous reports about the economy. decrease your stress. ing your focus to today and make
We know that there are many
Identify the emotions
you’re having 3) Try to “externalize” the a mental list of all of the things
people facing significant financial problem. We spend so much that you do have in the present.
difficulties. From my conversa- regarding money. Is it
worry and anxiety? time around our family members 5) Enlist professional support
tions with others, it seems that that we often take the brunt of our when you need it. If money mat-
personal financial stress and con- Sadness?
stress out on them. If our part- ters are damaging your relation-
cern about the national economy Hopelessness or
ner has different spending habits ship with your partner or causing
are prevalent worries. Here are depression? than we do, it’s easy to fall into you to get down on yourself,
a few ideas to help you and your Incompetence? Once the trap of blaming them for our counseling can help you learn
loved ones cope if you’re faced you’ve identified the financial stress. Instead of turn- healthier ways of coping with
with financial uncertainty: emotions do a little ing on one another, try to adopt a your situation. Many psycho-
1) Identify the emotions you’re detective work in your team attitude within your home. therapists, like me, offer a sliding-
having regarding money. Is it own life and look for Blame something outside of the scale fee to meet people where
worry and anxiety? Sadness? situations that trigger family (like the slow economy) they are at financially. If you need
Hopelessness or depression? for your stress. Enlist the help of help creating a concrete plan to
or increase those
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Greenway Garden programs bloom once again


Garden News: March 22, needs to be done to prepare to bring anyone who wants to help. but the list below is based on my funding from Forest City (through
2008 garden, but we will still move for- To the degree you are able, please records and I believe it is accu- Diane Deeter), Stapleton
Hello Gardeners! ward with those elements of the bring your own tools. rate. However, if you have reason Foundation (through Brian
Apologies for taking so long garden that we know we will need Wheelbarrows are especially to believe that I may not be using Weber) and Master Community
to give you an update on the regardless of what the art will be. needed. your first contact with me, let me Association (Keven Burnett). We
Greenway Garden (aka West The public art will be ready to be Even if you are not interested know and I'll do some research. have not heard yet from any of
Stapleton, by the dog park.) installed in 2009. in rolling sod or tamping gravel, This means that the list may move these three organizations, but are
There has been a lot going on that Denver Urban Gardens staff coffee, bagels and other comfort a bit, and I'll appreciate every- hopeful that we will soon.
I need to tell you about--and as will be leading two work days in items will make the work even one's understanding. Also, many While it is not a requirement
we round the equinox it will final- April to get the garden ready for more fun. people have indicated that you for gardeners to contribute to
ly be time for us to get some dirt gardening this year. They will be: Garden Meeting--Wednesday, would be willing to share a plot. construction, it would be much
under our fingernails. Saturday, April 12, 9:00 AM-- April 23, 5:30, 23rd and Spruce If that is the case, let me know. appreciated for those who are
2008 Gardening Season, the vision for the day is to run sod This is when we will select Let's have a garden meeting able. There is currently an offer
Volunteer Workdays, and Art! cutters over the whole site, and plots--if you can't attend but want on April 23 at 5:30. We have some to match the first $500 of grants
While there are still some have volunteers rolling and haul- a plot, please let me know. things to work out about how we from gardeners--so if you can
issues to be worked out, we are ing the sod to a staging area for Many of you have recently will govern ourselves, our vision contribute now, you will double
on track to be able to garden this removal. Many more volunteers contacted me to ask if you will for the garden, fees, etc. It will your donation. Also, if anybody
season. As you may remember, are needed, and will be joined by have a spot in the garden this year. also be a nice opportunity to has any additional ideas on fund-
the site has been chosen as a loca- a group from JP Morgan. We have over 60 people who have check-in on the progress of the ing sources--businesses,
tion for a significant piece of Saturday, April 26, 9:00 AM-- expressed an interest in garden- garden after the first work day. individuals, grandparents, etc.
public art. The artist is currently the vision for this day will be to ing and only 35-40 plots (still a bit Fundraising please let them know. Does your
being selected, and the general load, move, rack out, till and uncertain until the public art is The cost of this garden is employer match charitable dona-
plan for the art should be avail- tamp the crusher fine and the known). What I have told people about $25,000-30,000, not includ- tions? Donations are all
able in May. Until we know what topsoil. V3 Companies of is that I have been "date stamp- ing the art. Stapleton United tax-deductible and will be made
the public art will be--a fence, Colorado has offered to help us ing" the time that I learned from Neighbors has started the ball to Denver Urban Gardens, a
sculpture, benches, ???.--there is that day. you that you would like to gar- rolling by generously contribut- 501.c.3.
a little uncertainty about what Please come if you can, and den. This has been a bit confusing, ing $1,000. We have requested

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Dunston (Aurora, CO) each contrib- now secured 2nd place in the conference
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and by junior libero Hapaki Kaululaau's Southern College.
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Replacing windows and your


carbon footprint
Many people think about replacing old windows as solar gains offset the need for heating. You want
as a solution to high energy bills and to help reduce to pick the right window to maximize solar heating
their carbon footprint. Old, single-glazed windows in winter, but not cause overheating in summer.
often feel drafty and cold to the touch, so they seem The low-e coating described above can help fine-
like the place to start. tune this choice. Products that are “low solar gain”
In terms of energy payback, however, windows low-e (using names like “super low-e”, “low-e2”)
rarely provide the “biggest bang for the buck”. are the type that cut out a lot of solar heat gain.
Other reasons to replace windows might sway the They are great for large expanses of west-facing
decision though. Not having to struggle with sticky glass that can overheat a house in summer. For
windows, prop up windows with a stick, change typical homes in older Denver neighborhoods, I
storm windows and screens, or paint window recommend a “high solar gain” low-e that doesn’t
frames are often at the top of the list of the “added cut out so much of the solar energy. This will pro-
benefits” of new windows. Old windows are also vide a good balance of letting the sun warm up the
the biggest source of lead poisoning in Denver, so house but providing the extra insulation quality of
families with young children new, low-e windows.
might factor that into their
decision. On the opposing The Energy Payback
side, historic wood windows, If you replace your old
when properly maintained single-glazed windows with
and refurbished, add a lot of new double-glazed, vinyl-
charm to the home, can last or wood-framed windows
100 years or more, and can with a high solar heat gain
be lead-safe. It takes energy low-e coating you might
to make new windows, so fix- save on the order of $150
ing up old windows may be a per year on your heating bill
better solution for reducing and $15 per year on your
your carbon footprint. cooling bill (if you have air
conditioning). If your win-
Insulating Value of dows already have storm
Windows windows, the savings will
New windows offer more be less. Replacing the win-
insulating benefits than old dows might cost you around
windows. Most new windows $8000, so it would take 48
are made of two panes of years to recapture the money
glass, separated by a small you spent through the ener-
air space. The R-Value of a gy savings. There are many
good new window can be other ways to reduce energy
anywhere from R-2 to R-4. use in your home that pay
Old, single-glazed windows back quicker and reduce
are just R-1 but with a good more greenhouse gases per
storm window they are closer dollar invested.
to R-2. To make things con-
fusing, windows are usually Recommendations
rated with U-factor, rather 1. If your old windows
than R-value. U-factor is just the inverse of R-value. are in decent shape, think about restoring them and
So R-2 is equal to U-1/2. The lowest U-factor win- adding storm windows before replacing them. Be
dow gives you the highest R-value. careful of lead-based paint if the restoration hap-
Many new windows come with an option of pens on-site. If you have young children, make sure
a “low-e” coating. This increases the R-value of the lead paint is stripped off of the friction surfaces
the window. It is relatively inexpensive and worth of the window.
the cost in terms of energy payback. If you invest 2. If your old windows are beyond repair and
in new windows, invest in the additional cost of a you’re tired of painting, propping, and struggling
low-e coating (usually only about $15-$25 per win- with them, select the right window:
dow). Many windows also come with the option of • Double-glazed with wood or vinyl frames.
argon gas fill. Instead of air in the gap between the • High solar heat gain low-e coating, except for
two panes, there is argon gas. This also increases large west-facing expanses which should have low
the R-value of the window. There is some contro- solar gain low-e.
versy over whether argon gas filled at sea level will • Ask to see the NFRC rating of the window.
still be in the window when it gets to Denver (the This is a third-party rating system that shows the
gas expands as the window is taken to a higher alti- official U-value and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
tude and may leak out). If the windows are manu- (SHGC) for the window. It’s a sign of quality and
factured in Denver or Cheyenne, go for the argon. the seriousness with which the company takes
If they are manufactured at a lower elevation, it energy issues. Look for U-factor less than 0.35 and
may not be worth any added cost. a SHGC greater than 0.5.
If young children live in or frequent your house,
Solar Heat Gain make sure your contractor is trained in lead-safe
Windows are also important because they let work practices, especially if your home was built
solar energy into our homes. Even a home that before 1940.
isn’t designed specifically for solar heating, gets a
portion of its heat from the sun. This can be bad Wendy Hawthorne is the Executive Director of
in summer if you get so much solar heat that you Groundwork Denver. Visit their website at www.
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Denver Music Festival, cont


Continued from Page 1
and features 24 fully-lit immaculate
Mayer, The Black Crowes, O.A.R., grass soccer fields with remarkable
Michael Franti & Spearhead, Rodrigo vistas of the Denver skyline and Rocky
y Gabriela, Steve Winwood, Spoon, Mountain Front Range, including a
Flogging Molly, Colbie Caillat, panoramic view from Long’s Peak to
OneRepublic, The Roots, plus local Pikes Peak.
favorites Flobots, Rose Hill Drive, Concertgoers will have a wide
Meese, Born In The Flood, Railbenders range of cuisines to choose from, with
and The Photo Atlas. A complete list many of Denver’s most popular res-
of currently confirmed acts is included taurants participating in the event. An
below, with additional artists still to be artists’ village – including an extensive
announced. exhibit of local arts and crafts – will be during Avs and Nuggets games
Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. each another highlight of the festival.
day, with performances commencing
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Simple foods reign...


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worth the effort. Blame it on our
plebeian mac-‘n-cheese palates, but
our retirement funds and settled up
with the waiter. We retrieved our
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dients in these dishes were quite
off-putting to our taste buds. One
took our leave of this trendy, tony,
upscale, overrated restaurant and
headed to our favorite sports bar
friend complained that her wasabi for heaping helpings of hot wings
gelee had a distinct underlayment and nachos (hold the fig sauce).
of mouthwash, the birthday girl
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How to stop Billy from Denver Preschool Program


becoming 'Billy the Kid'? enrollment soars
seriously. Teachers should be report- Since the beginning of the year, the DPP enrollees Eric and Kim Pruitt
by Councilman Doug Linkhart
ing these incidents and administrators Denver Preschool Program (DPP), stated, “For many years we thought
I watched one day as the city’s should be forwarding these reports to which increases access to quality early preschool was simply a luxury we
juvenile court tried kids who had been the appropriate authorities when seri- childhood education programs for all wouldn’t be able to afford. But now,
issued summons for various incidents. ous enough. Most of all, parents need City and County of Denver children in with help from the Denver Preschool
One kid was there for a to be notified and their last year of preschool before kin- Program, we’re sending our first-born
fistfight after school. involved. dergarten, already has received more to one of the city’s best programs. With
Another was there for For incidents that than 1,100 applications from families full tuition credits covering the full cost
jostling in a hallway. are not serious, the best seeking to enroll their children in a pre- of preschool, we can ensure that our
Most were there for strategy is one being school program offered by eligible daughter is ready for a lifetime of learn-
problems that occurred implemented incre- providers. This is the largest number of ing.”
months earlier and mentally throughout family applications obtained in a six- More than 40 years of research
received either a $100 Denver Public Schools, week period of time since the program’s shows that early childhood education
fine or a couple days of called restorative jus- launch in fall 2007. Additionally during provides significant educational and
community service. tice. This strategy this time period, DPP has added more social benefits for children, families
This kind of behavior involves bringing than 145 classrooms to its growing list and communities. Almost 80 percent
used to result in a kid together the kids of available preschool programs. of brain development occurs before the
being sent to a school’s involved in a particular DPP provides parents with a tuition age of five. Therefore, having children
dean or a note to parents. incident, along with credit to use at any licensed preschool attend a preschool education program
Suddenly it seems like their parents, identify- participating in DPP’s quality improve- is crucial to their development and
we’re using the police ing the reason for the ment system, based on their family ability to grasp basic and fundamental
and courts for what incident and resolving income, household size and quality rat- skills early in order to be prepared to
should be handled differences so the prob- ing of the provider. Participation in the learn when they enter kindergarten. In
among school administrators and par- lem does not reoccur. DPP program is open to all provider Colorado, kindergarten teachers report
ents. Restorative justice has shown posi- types: for-profit, non-profit, public and that one-third of children come to
The same can be said for incidents tive results in schools where it has private providers. school unprepared to learn, a trend
perceived as involving sexual contact. been implemented. During the 2nd “We’re spreading the word about DPP would like to halt through increas-
In February, such reports related to year of implementation at Montebello DPP so every family in Denver with ing access to affordable, quality
kids under ten years old skyrocketed High School there was approximately children in their last year of preschool preschool programs for every child in
by 76%, amounting to 251 incidents a 50% reduction in the number of before kindergarten knows they can Denver.
in only one month. Some of these tickets and arrests. Between the first receive a tuition credit for their child’s The Denver Preschool Program is
reports involving nothing more than a semester of last year and the first education,” said James Mejía, chief the result of a ballot initiative approved
couple of kids kissing or accidentally semester of this year, North High executive officer for DPP. “The accel- by Denver residents in November
touching a private area while playing School saw a 25.6% reduction in eration in enrollment is a true testament 2006. For additional information on
tag. These activities are inappropriate arrests. to parents’ understanding of the impor- the program or to learn how to get
but are by no means criminal. Not only does restorative justice tance of preschool education, as well as involved, visit www.denverpreschool-
The number of reports from cause a direct reduction in calls to the its increased affordability in our com- program.org.
schools regarding supposedly-sexual police and Human Services; it also munity, which DPP makes possible.”
contact will hopefully decline after leaves victims feeling better Local Denver parents and recent
the city and school administration (“restored”) and reduces the chance
help clarify what should be reported. of incidents reoccurring by resolving CARNEGIE Since 1979
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Fran Schroeder and Corinne Hunt


Denver Icons
F i r s t ing construction of
First B a p t i s t the building.
Baptist Church of Elegant granite and
Church of Denver is the marble stonework in the narthex of the
Denver oldest Baptist building near the front columns are note-
congregation worthy.
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before statehood, during the Civil War on as “the Mother church of the Rockies.”  It
May 2, 1864, it held services in several is well named for during the 1880-1890s
locations prior to its present home at 1373 period it was responsible for the estab-
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Dining Detective
Does Jack and Grill
live up to the hype?
Can Jack N Grill live up to the cheese and beans. The red chile
hype that they, themselves, show- was mild and sweet, the green fla-
case? Step into their dining room vorful and just hot enough to make
at 25th and Federal Blvd. and the my head sweat a little (yum). The
first thing you notice is an entire Gordidta sampler platter asks you
wall filled with plaques and awards. to select from over a dozen possible
Then you notice that these awards options. While all were good, the
extend onto the windows and other best … and I mean BEST was the
surfaces. There are stickers herald- vegetarian “calabsitas.” I enjoyed
ing their popularity in internet polls, this so much I would probably go
certificates of honor for offering the back and ask for a full order of
best value menu, the best burgers those, alone. Sweet seasonal veggies
and the best green chile. Articles are diced, sautéed, and stuffed in a
from local newspapers and maga- very fluffy flour shell. Both red and
zines offer kudos and praise for a green chile sauces are offered for
job well done. It’s a very impres- dipping. Again with the “yummy.” IF YOU’RE NOT AT YOUR LAST JOB,

YOUR 401(k)
sive display that would have many Glancing back up at all of the
first-time patrons patting themselves plaques and awards, I was once
on their backs for selecting such a again reminded that there is some-
prime dining location. But from thing special about this restaurant
the eyes of a reviewer it becomes that makes their customers return
a challenge. They are essentially again and again, nominate them for

SHOULDN’T BE EITHER.
promising me that I am going to awards, and push Jack N Grill to
not only like their food; I am going a higher reputation. Yes, the food
to love their food. is good, but the
With the gauntlet menu is far more
thrown down, I extensive than Leaving a 401(k) with a previous employer could mean
accept that chal- it needs to be. leaving it alone with no one to watch over it.
lenge! Jack N Grill So many of the
The first hur- 2524 Federal Blvd dishes are similar At Edward Jones, we can explain options for your 401(k) and
dle I must over- 303.964.9544 it seems silly to
come is the menu. honor each with help you select the one that’s best for you. If you’d like to roll
Holy guacamole its own listing. It it over into an Edward Jones IRA, we can help you do it with-
Batman! This also makes it real- out paying taxes or penalties. So you can feel confident some-
thing is huge! In ly hard for many
addition to four or five lunch spe- people to make up their minds. one is looking out for you and your 401(k).
cials, there are probably close to 100 What is it, then, than truly makes
options for entrees grouped into tra- this restaurant seem like home to so To find out why it makes sense to talk with Edward
ditional categories: tacos, burritos, many of the regular clientele? My Jones about your 401(k) options, call or visit your local
house specials, sopaipillas, enchila- guess is the sense of “family” that
das, burgers, etc. There are over a envelops every aspect of the opera- financial advisor today.
dozen versions of gorditas alone. It tion. Jack N Grill is a family owned Randy L Leslie Natalie J Robbins
is truly overwhelming. I finally suc- and operated business. The Martinez 2206 Kearney 2373 Central Park Blvd Ste 104
cumbed to asking the waiter for his family history, beginning with their Denver, CO 80207 Denver, CO 80238
recommendation, which was also move to Denver from Albuquerque, 303-377-7557 303-320-7752
choke-full of options. “The Jaxx is printed on the menu so that you
Burger,” he said, “or the Frito Pie, can read and get to know about www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC
the Chile Relleno Burrito, or the each of them before they come to
Gorditas are good. The cheese take your order or clear your plates.
enchilada platter, also.” Oh great. Pictures of siblings and grandchil-
I was right back where I started! dren are embedded throughout the
Needing a moment to regroup, I menu and many dishes are named
ordered an appetizer-sized “Corn- after most of them.
in-a-cup” ($3) and asked him to give Still the question remains: Does
us a moment to think about it. Jack N Grill live up to the hype of
The Corn-in-a-cup was pretty the wall-o-awards? I guess the jury
interesting. Kernels are mixed with is still out. I really enjoyed my meal,
butter, lemon, hot sauce, chile pow- but I can’t really say any part of it
der, salt, and topped with grated was “the best.” There is also the
parmesan cheese. The first bite was issue of the huge menu. Clearly we
arresting and I had to think about hadn’t sampled enough to get the
whether or not I wanted to con- full experience. I know for a fact
tinue. But after swirling things with that I would like to try one of their
my spoon to mix more thoroughly burgers, which all featured roasted
I have to admit that this was really chili peppers, and because this was
good in an addictive sort of way. It a lunch and not a dinner I wasn’t
was decisively more enjoyable than able to sample an adult beverage
the home-made tortilla chips which, from the bar (a vital part of any truly
I hazard to guess, were probably Mexican dining experience!).
fried in oil that wasn’t quite hot And so I will leave you with this:
enough, making them heavy and Was Jack N Grill the “best”? I
greasy rather than light and crispy. can’t say. But I do know that I left
We eventually decided to try two the establishment feeling very full
of the staff recommendations, the and satisfied, yet wishing I would
Chile Rellano Burrito ($9) and the have more. And isn’t that one of
Gordita sampler ($10) The Burrito, the golden rules in entertainment?
smothered “Christmas” style with _ Always leave your audience wanting
red chile and _ green chile, was gen- more. And oh, I do.***
erously filled with roasted peppers,
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Marriage A Letter from the Home Care


Workshop 5/7
Beginning May 7, from 6-8 p.m., Performing Arts Agency
the JFS Counseling Center of Jewish
Family Service (JFS) will present
its marriage workshop for couples
This last weekend of February,
the audience at Boettcher Concert
while an already fired-up audience
held its breath. Personally, I
versus
interested in creating and maintain-
ing a Jewish home. Participants in
the seven-week workshop, The
Hall was delighted to see
internationally famed guitarist
would have preferred the tunes
should continue an eternity. The
Private Duty
Sharon Isbin make her Colorado two concerti came to en end, the As the owner of Synergy HomeCare
Aleph Bet of Marriage: Journeying
Toward Commitment, will meet Symphony debut. Performance audience was on its feet, and round in the heart of Denver, I am travel-
on Wednesdays at Jewish Family was of two concerti by Vivaldi after round of applause filled the ing around Denver and the metro area
Service, 3201 S. Tamarac Dr. in the and Rodrigo respectively, much to auditorium, until the artist decided talking and with current clients, care-
the admiration of the public, in an for an encore, a tune from Granada, givers, and potential new clients. I am
Rafael Spiritual Healing Center. The
unforgettable spectacle. Andalucía. The orchestra simply frequently asked why it is better to hire
workshop is sponsored by Jewish
Family Service and Rocky Mountain It sounds original. Since the watched. a Home Care Agency, when it would be
Rabbinical Council. The cost is $250 guitar does not produce the same An extended break and the less expensive to hire a friend or a private
per couple. sound volume as a piano or violin, second half of the concert seemed individual to help a parent or loved one.
“Couples can expect to meet other less satisfying though rich in Keep in mind that the majority of
is meant primarily for recitals,
couples going through a similar expe- percussion and string notes. older adults want to remain in their own
amplification of the instrument is
rience and gain insights into the skills necessary when performing with Debussy compositions were on the home, with their own belongings, their
they will need for a successful and orchestras. Pianists, violinists and menu, but they seemed to wane own surroundings, and their own rou-
mutually rewarding marriage,” says cellists still are the most frequent in comparison with the preceding tines. Currently, one of the utmost long-
Arleen Gershen, LCSW, workshop soloist performance. I headed
term needs of our elderly and those with
soloists with symphony orchestras,
coordinator. “The workshop will help chronic or acute illnesses is for in-home
but classical guitarists are making out the concert hall as streams
couples improve communication care services.
skills, learn how to resolve conflicts, increasing impact. I came to realize of attendees scurried alongside.
Home Care Aides can provide a
explore families of origin including that no artist has done more to Yet my head was resounding
variety of services, such as assistance
their differences and similarities, and promote that transformation than with the tunes I have just heard. with activities of daily living (ADLs)
create a marriage that is a true part- Sharon Isbin. The only time I have experienced which include bathing, dressing, groom-
nership.” I arrived early for a pre-concert such a classical music delight was ing, feeding, assistance with transfers,
For information or to enroll: Arleen talk. Ushers directed attendees to at a performance of Symphony and ambulation. Additionally, they may
Gershen, LCSW, (303) 597-7777, ext. the orchestral seats and, for some No. 9 in C by Franz Schubert, assist with instrumental activities of daily
806 or agershen@jewishfamilyservice. viewers like me, this could be one almost a quarter of a century ago. living (IADLs), such as meal prepara-
org. opportunity to see the stage from Disorientation may well occur after tion, shopping, making appointments,
Jewish Family Service of Colorado that particular angle! Our host grandiose concerts, or at least so I transportation, and laundry. Also, com-
has launched its new homecare introduced the concerti, together find. panionship is a key component with all
group, JFS at Home, building on its with a brief on the accomplishments Master performances are not
135-year tradition of excellence in pro- home care. There would be nothing
of the composers. He announced destined to fall into oblivion, worse than having someone you don’t
viding specialized care throughout and this particular one will be
metro Denver. JFS at Home will pro-
by way of conclusion that we like spending the day with you and in
audience were on for a show, memorable for a long time to your home.
vide compassionate support and com-
prehensive services to help seniors advising us to sit back and enjoy. I come. As it happens, Ms. Isbin Unfortunately, many families hire pri-
and those with chronic illnesses live waited anxiously. will perform yet one more time vate individuals or friends rather than a
safe, healthy, independent lives in Enjoy we did. For several years, this year in Colorado at the Aspen home care agency. While at first blush
their own homes. I have been a regular visitor of Music Festival on August 3. I would this appears advantageous, this may
“Jewish Family Service has estab- the arts complex but the above strongly recommend that those of cause unexpected problems and liabili-
lished a high standard for quality concert was exceptional. The artist us, who appreciate classical music, ties for the family down the road.
homecare for seniors, the disabled, honors her guitar by elevating it could afford a trip that far, and of When the family hires privately, the
and the chronically ill,” says Debbie to the rank of instruments worthy course the price of a ticket, should family then becomes an employer and is
Zimmerman, JFS COO. “We will of performance with symphony seriously consider attending. I can required by state and federal law to pay
strive to further enhance this excep- orchestras. She hugs her guitar, almost guarantee excellent value Social Security, payroll taxes and unem-
tional standard of care through JFS at and I mean hug, while adding and an experience of a lifetime. ployment, as well as provide worker’s
Home.” ornaments to the melodies and This is one for the ages. compensation insurance. Additionally,
Carla Weeks, RN, MSN, FNP, a
rhythms she plays. I have met several individuals working
professional with strong expertise in
The tunes kept flowing smoothly —Robert Sand
the nursing and homecare fields, is Continued on Page 18
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In-home care: risks and rewards of care approaches


Continued from Page 16 due to geographic distance, work schedules or the close an Agency to be hired - although this decision needs to
bond (emotionally) that the caregiver and client may have take into consideration the type of assistance required, the
in the home care industry who represent themselves as established. Keep in mind as well that families may not financial and tax implications, as well as the supervision
“independent contractors,” allegedly relieving the family have the wherewithal to perform criminal background necessary.
of these tax obligations. In all of the individuals I have met, checks, the I-9s, or check work and personal references. As the owner of Synergy HomeCare, I have the respon-
they do not meet the criteria of an independent contractor. Sadly, there are times when the families are so apprecia- sibility to supervise all of my employees. I make visits to
It is the family’s responsibility to be sure that the aide truly tive of the caregiver’s care that they are vulnerable as all of my clients, both when the caregivers are there as
meets the definition of an independent contractor and is well to the manipulation and exploitation of a caregiver. well as when they are not present. This gives me feedback
paying their own taxes. If the aide does not meet the legal Unfortunately, as the owner of Synergy HomeCare, I have on each of the caregivers involved, helps me understand
criteria as an independent contractor and they have not spoken to many clients and non-clients who have been the changing needs of the clients, and allows me to offer
met their tax obligations, the responsibility once again victimized by private individuals. suggestions regarding procedures, care, and additional
falls to the family as the caregiver’s employer. This can be While most caregivers do care, giving out of the sin- resources if necessary.
a very nasty obligation, as it may involve interest on back cere desire to be of service to someone, there are others The caregivers often work in very challenging envi-
taxes, civil fines, and even criminal penalties are possible. who see this as an opportunity to take advantage of the ronments as well as family dynamics. Therefore, my
If the family still desires to hire privately, they should client and gain financially. Some of these caregivers are supervision is often key for the caregiver and family. My
receive advice from a labor law attorney and accountant to family members, or friends of a friend, who have had a supervision assists in clarifying the roles of the caregiver,
insure appropriate hiring practices and taxation. run of bad luck or just need a little break. Some move and clarifies the expectations of the family and client as
Unfortunately, the home care industry is rife with from community to community, they are able to ingrati- well as the caregiver. Keep in mind that there are often
work-related injuries. The family, now considered the ate themselves into the community by offering to lend a different cultural and faith traditions, eating preferences,
employer, is liable for any work-related injury that occurs hand with yard or housework, etc. By talking with them, and expectations about personal schedules the supervi-
while on the job. Keep in mind this may include the cost of the person becomes an expert for caring for people with sion may clarify.
all medical expenses and possibly any disability payments the exact same illnesses and soon is caring for your family My supervision and support may assist the caregiver
should they be applicable. member. and family in explaining the disease process and behav-
Additionally, should there be an injury to the person Before you can even think fully about the situation, ioral changes. There are occasions when personality
being cared for or any other person on the premises, the this caregiver has moved in. They are assisting in pay- issues arise due to the cognitive changes of the client. My
family retains any liability that comes from the injury. ing bills, shopping, getting their names on all the bank supervision may lend guidance and support to all parties
Basically this means that if the caregiver were to cause an accounts, arranging for home or auto repair, as well as involved. Supervision is a key component in making a
injury or a loss to any other family member, the family, as fixing up the home. While some of this sounds wonderful, challenging situation work.
the employer, would carry the full burden of the responsi- think about the phone being left off the hook for “quiet” Synergy HomeCare also has immense responsibility in
bility for all costs and compensation. time, for the caregiver not allowing for company because hiring, training, background checks, financial and legal
As much as I hate to talk about this, there is a poten- the client is “resting” or feeling “ill,” or family heirlooms obligations. Communication with the family, caregiver,
tial for physical or emotional abuse as well as financial being “misplaced”. and client are absolutely necessary. If the communica-
exploitation. Keep in mind when services are performed I recently read a book by Sue Grafton entitled “T for tion is not available, the care provided won’t be optimal.
on behalf of a frail, cognitively impaired and often func- Trespass.” The book, basically, was about a person repre- While the Agency may provide daily hands-on care, family
tionally limited person, there is always one individual who senting themselves as a quality, private caregiver. Without involvement is crucial in assuring proper care and a rela-
could see this as a potential opportunity to take advantage. giving the book away, let’s just say the book was scary. I tionship that is mutually supportive.
This abuse is especially easy when the caregiver and client would suggest if you are going to hire a private caregiver,
are somewhat isolated with little to no supervision. Please read the book first. Betsi Brimer, RN
know that most families don’t fail to provide supervision Should the family not be able to fulfill all of the above Synergy HomeCare
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Independent Police Monitor


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Office of the Independent Monitor three to ten annually. The average number
The Office of the Independent Monitor of shootings over the past five years has
(OIM) publicly released its 2007 Annual been seven per year.
Report on Monday, March 17, 2008. The There was only one officer-involved
report details investigations of 2007 offi- shooting fatality in 2007.
cer-involved shootings and in-custody Issues and Concerns Identified by the
deaths, complaint investigations and find- Independent Monitor in this Year’s
ings, the status of OIM goals, and issues Report:
and concerns identified by the Independent 1. The Police Department has had dif-
Monitor over the past year. ficulties in imposing timely discipline in
The mission of the OIM is to provide serious cases due to delays in scheduling of
fair and objective oversight of public safety Disciplinary Review Boards and Chief’s
and ensure transparency and accountabil- Hearings.
ity. The OIM is responsible for (1) 2. Overall timeliness of officer-involved
monitoring and participating in investiga- shooting administrative reviews has drasti-
tions of sworn police and sheriff personnel; cally improved. However, the Chief of
(2) making recommendations to the Police and the Manager of Safety have
Manager of Safety, Chief of Police and taken more than six months to review an
Undersheriff/Director of Corrections officer-involved shooting where the
regarding case findings and discipline; and Monitor expressed concerns with the offi-
(3) making broader policy recommenda- cer’s tactics. Despite the fact that the
tions. incident was nearly one year ago, the
“This report demonstrates the City of Manager of Safety has not made a finding.
Denver’s commitment to providing trans- 3. The DPD has allowed officers who
parency and accountability to the public have lied during the course of internal
regarding the Police and Sheriff investigations to continue to work in
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deaths, and one officer-involved traffic been suspended without pay for miscon-
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were found to involve no policy violations. undermining the Department’s ability to
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