Alanon Group
27514 E Hwy 160
High Country Village
2nd & 4th Tuesday 7-8 p.m.
970-565-3128 

CORTEZ AA FELLOWSHIP
Tues. Thurs. & Sat. 8 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
208 N. Dolores Road
1-888-333-9649

Dolores AA Fellowship
WED 7:00 p.m.
Open Meeting.
Dolores Community Center
Riverside Entrance

HOPE NOT DOPE
NA GROUP
Fridays 7:00 p.m.
St. Barnabus Episcopal Church, 110 W. North St. Cortez

Hospice of Montezuma offers BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT, men's and women's groups. Info: 970-565-4400

Sunlight Group AA
Mon, Thurs & Sat 10:00 am
St. Barnabas Episcopal 110 W. North St, courtyard, downstairs

Towaoc AA meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Support for alcohol or drugs, open meeting, men or women. 322 Spruce St. Call 970-560-5239 for info.

Ute Mountain Group AA
High Country Storage Plaza
27518 E. Hwy 160
EVERY DAY @ NOON
MON @ 7 p.m. Beginners

RENEW: Free & confidential counseling to domestic violence victims & survivors of sexual assault. WINGS Safehouse.
24 hour hotline: 970-565-2100.

ST. PAT’S DAY BAKE SALE
to benefit For Pets' Sake
SATURDAY MARCH 14TH!
10am at City Market
Drop off baked goods
starting at 9:30am Sat. at
City Mkt. OR Fri. March 13th
9am-5pm at NetForce PC
(1011 N. Mildred Road).
Info: 970-565-PETS/7387

FIRST BIG SALE OF THE YEAR
INDOOR BARN SALE
$ Half Million in Inventory!
Rain, snow or shine!
New Look! More Stuff!
Huge furniture sale, tons of tools - wood, cement, mechanic, welders-arc & gas. Guns, ammo, knives, archery, fishing, camping, everything kitchen, reloading stuff, books, records, TVs, yard tools, lawnmowers, BBQs, snow blowers, snowshoes, handicap items, heaters, Indian items, antiques, cameras, 8' topper, dollies, many tool boxes, bikes, camo clothes, heads, hides, horns, grandfather clock, sewing machines, compressors, table saw, and MUCH, MUCH MORE! Dealers welcome.
FRI & SAT MAR 6 & 7
8am-4pm
25253 Road H, Cortez

Lovely remodeled 3BR duplex near Cortez. Substantial rent reduction for part-time care of ambulatory senior male. Info: Leila 970-749-2789. C-21 WSR. Now.

Kilgore American Indian Art
Kelly Kilgore
Appraisals & Sales
602-448-2182 970-533-9138
kilgoreamericanindianart.net
kellyindianart@gmail.com
Mancos, Colorado
100 W. Grand Ave.

CONSTRUCTION WASTE HAULING
Contract Environmental Services, Inc.
30cy/40cy Roll-off container service.
Asbestos building inspection.
Landfarm/Landfill
970-565-1198
www.contractenv.com

Bishop Air Colorado
Heating & Cooling
Sales, Service, Installation
Commercial l& Residential
Specializing in Ductless Mini Split Systems
970-882-8859

PICKUP CAMPER w/roll-up top. Fits short bed. Always stored inside. Call 970-749-1361

33607
PUBLIC NOTICE
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
(CRS §38-38-103) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 28-25
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On December 31, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Montezuma records.
Original Grantor(s): Robert Kreisler
Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for AmeriSave Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Freedom Mortgage Corporation
Date of Deed of Trust: October 22, 2019
County of Recording: Montezuma
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: November 22, 2019
Recording Information at Reception No: 626435
Original Principal Amount: $225,150.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $197,007.48
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the Deed of Trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOTS 10, 11, AND 12 OF BLOCK 6, TIBBITS-REYNOLDS ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF DOLORES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF FILED FOR RECORD FEBRUARY 26, 1979 IN PLAT BOOK 10 AT PAGE 10 IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER. COUNTY OF MONTEZUMA, STATE OF COLORADO.
Also known by street and number as: 206 N 21st Street, Dolores, CO 81323
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, AT 10:00 AM ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2026, AT MONTEZUMA COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE OFFICE, 140 WEST MAIN, SUITE 2, CORTEZ, CO 81321, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED.

First Publication: March 4, 2026
Last Publication: April 1, 2026
Newspaper: The Journal

Date: December 31, 2025
Public Trustee in and for the County of Montezuma, State of Colorado
By: /s/ Tara Conner, Chief Deputy Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Halliday, Watkins & Mann, PC, Amanda Ferguson #44893, 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228, Phone (303) 274-0155, Attorney File #CO25968
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
Published in The Journal March 4, 11, 18, 25 and April 1, 2026

33611
PUBLIC NOTICE
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
(CRS §38-38-103) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1-26
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On January 6, 2026, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Montezuma records.
Original Grantor(s): CHEYANNE MASLEN
Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR V.I.P. MORTGAGE, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY
Date of Deed of Trust: NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: NOVEMBER 13, 2024
County of Recording: MONTEZUMA
Recording at Reception No: 658692
Original Principal Debt: $130,423.00
Outstanding/Unpaid Principal Balance of Debt: $129,510.57
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the Deed of Trust have been violated as follows: Violations including, but not limited to, Borrower’s failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust.
THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOTS 16 AND 17, BLOCK 10, CORNETT HEIGHTS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF CORTEZ, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF FILED FOR RECORD SEPTEMBER 18, 1957 IN BOOK 7 AT PAGE 42 IN THE OFFICIAL RECORDS OF MONTEZUMA COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO.
USED 1997 MASTERPIECE 3644 MP223191 76' X 16'
Purported Common Address: 1317 ANIMAS ST, CORTEZ, CO 81321
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has
filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, AT 10:00 AM ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2026, AT MONTEZUMA COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE OFFICE, 140 WEST MAIN STREET, SUITE 2, CORTEZ, CO 81321, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED.

First Publication: March 4, 2026
Last Publication: April 1, 2026
Newspaper: The Journal

DATED: JANUARY 6, 2026
MONTEZUMA COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE, STATE OF COLORADO
By: /s/ ELLEN BLACK, PUBLIC TRUSTEE

Attorney representing the Holder: Janeway Law Firm, P.C., N. April Winecki #354861, 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112, Phone: 303-706-9990, Fax: 303-706-9994 JLF No.: 25-036484/Maslen
Published in The Journal March 4, 11, 18, 25, and April 1, 2026

33645
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Gerald Glen Chaffin, aka Gerald G. Chaffin, aka Gerald Chaffin, aka Gary Chaffin (Deceased)
No. 25PR66
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the undersigned or to the District Court of Montezuma County, Colorado, on or before July 10, 2026, or said claims may be forever barred.
Gerald Shane Chaffin
524 S Chestnut St
Cortez, CO 81321
Published in The Journal
March 4, 11, 18, 2026

33649
DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF MONTEZUMA, STATE OF COLORADO
Court Address: 865 N Park St., Cortez, CO 81321

IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF:
GREGORY CAMERON LEE,
Petitioner,
FOR THE ADOPTION OF A CHILD:
Evan Ray Roof,
A Minor Child.
Case Number: 2025JA10
Division: 2 Courtroom: 2

NOTICE OF ADOPTION PROCEEDING
TO: MARCUS ANDREW ROOF, JR.:
You are hereby notified that a Petition for Adoption has been filed in the District Court in and for the County of Montezuma, State of Colorado, seeking the adoption of the minor child, Evan Ray Roof, born on 11/17/2014, in which the Petitioner, Gregory Cameron Lee, seeks to adopt the above-named child.
The biological parent married to the Petitioner is Dawn Rachelle Lee.
You are further notified that your parental rights may be terminated in this proceeding.
If you wish to contest the adoption or assert any parental rights, you must file a written response with the Clerk of this Court at the above address within twenty-one (21) days after the last date of publication of this Notice (or thirty-five (35) days if served outside the State of Colorado), and you must appear at any hearing scheduled by the Court.
If you fail to respond or appear, the Court may enter an order terminating your parental rights and granting the adoption without further notice.
This Notice shall be published once each week for five (5) consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in Montezuma County, Colorado, pursuant to Court Order.
DATED this 24th day of February, 2026.
Drew P. Buffington, Esq.
Attorney for Petitioner
77 W Main St, Ste C
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-7640
drew@buffingtonlawllc.com
Attorney Registration No. 52274

Published in The Journal
March 4, 11, 18, 24, April 1, 2026

33650
DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF MONTEZUMA, STATE OF COLORADO
Court Address: 865 N Park St., Cortez, CO 81321

IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF:
GREGORY CAMERON LEE,
Petitioner,
FOR THE ADOPTION OF A CHILD:
Michael Andrew Roof,
A Minor Child.
Case Number: 2025JA9
Division: 2 Courtroom: 2

NOTICE OF ADOPTION PROCEEDING
TO: MARCUS ANDREW ROOF, JR.:
You are hereby notified that a Petition for Adoption has been filed in the District Court in and for the County of Montezuma, State of Colorado, seeking the adoption of the minor child, Michael Andrew Roof, born on 12/14/2008, in which the Petitioner, Gregory Cameron Lee, seeks to adopt the above-named child.
The biological parent married to the Petitioner is Dawn Rachelle Lee.
You are further notified that your parental rights may be terminated in this proceeding.
If you wish to contest the adoption or assert any parental rights, you must file a written response with the Clerk of this Court at the above address within twenty-one (21) days after the last date of publication of this Notice (or thirty-five (35) days if served outside the State of Colorado), and you must appear at any hearing scheduled by the Court.
If you fail to respond or appear, the Court may enter an order terminating your parental rights and granting the adoption without further notice.
This Notice shall be published once each week for five (5) consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in Montezuma County, Colorado, pursuant to Court Order.
DATED this 24th day of February, 2026.
Drew P. Buffington, Esq.
Attorney for Petitioner
77 W Main St, Ste C
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-7640
drew@buffingtonlawllc.com
Attorney Registration No. 52274

Published in The Journal
March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 2026

33658
Boren Storage LLC will be selling the following Unit F 3 & 4 containing household items, boxes and furniture leased by Keira Lally for non payment on or after 3/15/26

Boren Storage LLC will be selling the following Unit C 6 containing Mattresses, tv misc items leased by Peter Tschannen a for non payment on or after 3/15/26

Boren Storage LLC will be selling the following Camper truck leased by Anthony Pappas a for non payment on or after 3/15/26

Boren Storage LLC will be selling the following 2 cars Dodge Challenger Toyota Corolla outdoor space leased by Medina Hernandez Mauricid a for non payment on or after 3/15/26

Boren Storage LLC will be selling the following Unit D 7 containing tools, boxes leased by Donna Noyes a for non payment on or after 3/15/26

Published in The Journal
March 4 and 11, 2026

33665
ORDINANCE NO. 1359
SERIES 2026

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 9-26 OF CHAPTER 9, ARTICLE II, DIVISION 3 OF THE CORTEZ CITY CODE BY ENACTING SUBSECTION (C) IN ORDER TO EFFECT A TABOR REFUND OF A PORTION OF THE FAMILY RECREATION CENTER SALES TAX REVENUE THAT WAS COLLECTED BY THE CITY IN 2022 THROUGH 2025
Ordinance No. 1359, Series 2026, was approved on second and final reading on February 24, 2026. A complete copy of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez.

Published in The Journal
March 4, 2026

33666
ORDINANCE NO. 1356
SERIES 2026

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN AIRPORT LAND LEASE AND HANGAR DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH CORTEZ REAL ESTATE HOLDING COMPANY LLC FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AN AIRCRAFT HANGAR AT THE CORTEZ MUNICIPAL AIRPORT

Ordinance No. 1356, Series 2026, was approved on second and final reading on February 24, 2026. A complete copy of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez.
Published in The Journal
March 4, 2026

33667
ORDINANCE NO. 1360
SERIES 2026

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET ADOPTED IN ORDINANCE 1351, SERIES 2025

Ordinance No. 1360, Series 2026, was approved on first reading on February 24, 2026. A second reading and public hearing will be held on March 10, 2026. A complete copy of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez.
Published in The Journal
March 4, 2026

33668
ORDINANCE NO. 1358
SERIES 2026

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1355, SERIES 2026

Ordinance No. 1358, Series 2026, was approved on first reading on February 24, 2026. A second reading and public hearing will be held on March 10, 2026. A complete copy of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez.
Published in The Journal
March 4, 2026

33669
ORDINANCE NO. 1357
SERIES 2026

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1354, SERIES 2026

Ordinance No. 1357, Series 2026, was approved on first reading on February 24, 2026. A second reading and public hearing will be held on March 10, 2026. A complete copy of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez.
Published in The Journal
March 4, 2026

33688
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Case No.: 26C27
Public Notice is given on 02/23/2026 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with Montezuma County Combined Court. The Petition requests that the name of Autumn Aleigh Kaime be change to Autumn Aleigh Kaime-Kastle.
By /s/ Clerk of Court/Deputy Clerk
SEAL
Published in The Journal
March 4, 11, 18, 2026

33689
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Case No.: 26C27
Public Notice is given on 02/23/2026 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with Montezuma County Combined Court. The Petition requests that the name of Joshua Daniel Keen be changed to Joshua Daniel Keen-Kastle.
By /s/ Clerk of Court/Deputy Clerk
SEAL
Published in The Journal
March 4, 11, 18, 2026

33693
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Case No. 26C28
Public Notice is given on 02/25/2026 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Montezuma County Court. The Petition requests that the name of PATTI LAFOND ROGERS be changed to MERRI PATRICE MARLEGA.
By /s/ Clerk of Court/Deputy Clerk SEAL
Published in The Journal
March 4, 11, 18, 2026

33734
PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF DOVE CREEK
OPEN ELECTED POSITIONS – LETTERS OF INTEREST ACCEPTED

The Town of Dove Creek hereby gives public notice that the Town Board has the following elected positions open:

• One (1) Trustee Position – Four (4) Year Term
• Two (2) Trustee Positions – Two (2) Year Terms
• One (1) Mayor Position – Four (4) Year Term

The Town of Dove Creek is accepting letters of interest from qualified applicants.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet the following qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have resided within the Town limits for the past twelve (12) months
• Must be a registered voter within the Town limits

All letters of interest must be submitted to Town Hall, located at 314 W HWY 491, Dove Creek, CO 81324, no later than 4:30 p.m. on March 24, 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact Town Hall at 970-677-2255.
Published in The Journal March 4, 2026

33735
PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF DOVE CREEK, COLORADO
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR MUNICIPAL ELECTION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular municipal election of the Town of Dove Creek, Colorado, scheduled for April 7, 2026, has been cancelled.

Pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes § 31-10-507, when at the close of business on the sixty-fourth (64th) day before the election there are not more candidates than offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent for write-in candidacy, the governing body may cancel the election and declare the candidates elected.

The Town of Dove Creek adopted Ordinance No. 1, Series 2024, amending the Municipal Code to authorize cancellation of elections under such circumstances.

By adoption of Resolution No. 2, Series 2026, the Board of Trustees formally cancelled April 7, 2026, regular municipal election in accordance with C.R.S. § 31-10-507 and Town Code.

As set forth in the Resolution, the following candidates are hereby declared elected to the indicated offices for terms commencing April 7, 2026:

• Kevin Hall – Trustee – Four (4) Year Term
• Jason Gray – Trustee – Four (4) Year Term

Vacancies remain for:
• One (1) Trustee – Four (4) Year Term
• Two (2) Trustee – Two (2) Year Terms
• One (1) Mayor – Four (4) Year Term

This notice is given in accordance with C.R.S. § 31-10-507 and the Town of Dove Creek Municipal Code and shall be posted as required by law.

Dated this 24th day of February 2026.

TOWN OF DOVE CREEK, COLORADO
Town Clerk
Published in The Journal March 4, 2026

33738
Montezuma County Road Department Request for Proposal

Montezuma County Road and Bridge is requesting Proposals for the Purchase and Application of GMRSS Oil for our 2026 Road Chipseal Project.

Details of the Proposal Request are available on the Montezuma County Website at:
www.montezumacounty.org

Proposals are due Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. at www.bidnetdirect.com.
Published in The Journal March 4 and 11, 2026

33748
March 2, 2026
NOTICE OF DIRECTOR APPOINTMENT
DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTAL OF
APPLICATIONS TO SERVE AS
DIRECTOR OF THE
MANCOS WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Montezuma County
PLEASE TAKE NOTE that Division #2, Weber, Board of Director position for the
Mancos Water Conservancy District from Montezuma County will be open.
Applications for appointment to a four (4) year term ending June 1, 2030 will be
received until May 1, 2026. To be considered, you must own real property and
reside for one (1) year within the said division of the District in Montezuma
County. You must be knowledgeable in water matters. A resume setting forth your
qualifications to serve should be sent to:
Honorable Todd Jay Plewe
Montezuma District Court
865 North Park Street
Suite 100
Cortez, CO 81321
Fax # 970-565-8516
This notice provided by
Wesley R Coleman, Superintendent
Mancos Water Conservancy District
42599 Road N
Mancos, Colorado 81328
(970) 533-7325
Published in The Journal March 11, 18 and 25, 2026

33726
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
Legal Services – School District Representation
Montezuma-Cortez RE-1 School District, Cortez, Colorado
RFP Issue Date: February 19, 2026
Proposal Due Date: March 17, 2026

The Montezuma-Cortez RE-1 School District is soliciting proposals from qualified law firms to provide comprehensive legal services and general counsel representation to the Board of Education and Superintendent. The District seeks experienced school law attorneys with demonstrated expertise in Colorado public school law, federal education regulations, governance, employment law, student rights, and risk management. The District intends to enter into a professional services agreement beginning April 1st, 2026. Proposals can be sent as PDF versions to eramirez@cortez.k12.co.us. See our website at cortez.k12.co.us/departments/request-for-bids.
Published in The Journal March 4, 2026

33433
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION FOR TREASURER’S DEED
TD 2026-01
To all current occupants, owners, parties of interest, and to all others listed on the mailing list on file at the Treasurer’s Office:
You are hereby notified that on November 6, 2020, the Treasurer of Montezuma County, Colorado, sold a tax lien on the following property at public sale to Patricia Janz 401K Trust (“COP HOLDER”):
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Subdivision: SOUTHERN Block: 18 W 75 FEET OF LOTS 1,2 & 3, B517 P624 B544 P48 B637 P403 B694 P409 R/481271
PARCEL NUMBER: 535910320002
SCHEDULE NUMBER: R002912
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 800 Railroad Ave, Dolores, CO 81323
A Certificate of Purchase 2020-0046 was issued to the COP HOLDER for unpaid property tax for the year 2019. The property was assessed in the name of: Nathan Hammond & Jeffrey Hammond (“PROPERTY OWNER”).
On January 15, 2026, Patricia Janz 401K Trust (“LAWFUL HOLDER”), the current certificate holder, filed an Application for a Public Auction of a Certificate of Option for Treasurer’s Deed (COO), under C.R.S. 39-11.5-101.
NOTICE: The property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 140 W. Main St., Ste 2, Cortez, Colorado. The sale will include the real estate and all interests held by the Lawful Holder, along with applicable fees, costs, and legal charges.
First Publication: February 25, 2026
Last Publication: March 11, 2026
Newspaper: The Journal

Dated: February 25, 2026
/s/ Ellen Black, Montezuma County Treasurer
County of Montezuma
State of Colorado
Published in The Journal February 25 and March 4 and 11, 2026

33533
The household goods and personal belongings of Holly Huber last known address 1009 Alma St., Cortez, CO 81321; Douglas Blair last known address of 5873 Road 25, Cortez, CO 81321 and the property and belongings of 1 Valley 2 Peaks with the last known address of 234 N Chestnut, Cortez, CO 81321 all units located at Doodad Storage, 1790 Industrial Road, Cortez, CO 81321 shall be disposed of or sold by the management, at their sole discretion unless the amount is paid in cash or money order by March 3, 2026.
Published in The Journal
February 25 and March 4, 2026

33566
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Ruth Marie Becher, aka Ruth M. Becher, aka Ruth Becher (Deceased)
No. 26PR6
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the undersigned or to the District Court of Montezuma County, Colorado, on or before July 1, 2026, or said claims may be forever barred.
Dee Elda Becher
915 Brighten Way
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Published in The Journal
February 25, March 4, 11, 2026

33614
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Wayne Alexander McGrew, Deceased
Case Number 26PR1
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District court of Montezuma County, Colorado on or before June, 25, 2026 or the claims may be forever barred.
Kristi Ann McGrew, Personal Representative
7629 S. 40th Pl.
Phoenix, AZ 85042
Published in The Journal
February 25, March 4, 11, 2026

32937
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2025-06

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On December 11, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Dolores records.

Original Grantor(s) MELISSA KAWALICK
Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR
ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust September 19, 2022
County of Recording Dolores
Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 19, 2022
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 172125
Original Principal Amount $351,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance $345,762.89

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal
and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms
thereof

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOTS 18, 19 AND 20, BLOCK 6, TOWN OF RICO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF FILED FOR RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF DOLORES, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 37 S COMMERCIAL ST, RICO, CO 81332.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/15/2026, at 409 North Main St. Dove Creek, CO 81324, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust , plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other
items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 2/18/2026
Last Publication 3/18/2026
Name of Publication Cortez Journal

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 12/11/2025

Taylor Funk, Public Trustee in and for the County of Dolores, State of Colorado
By: Taylor Funk, Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Randall M Chin #31149 Ryan Bougeois #51088
Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711
Attorney File # 00000010656650
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
Published in The Journal February 18, 25 and March 4, 11, and 18, 2026

33056
Public Notice
The Board of Directors of
Montezuma Valley Irrigation
Company has duly resolved
that the following described
Montezuma Valley Irrigation
Company stock shall be sold
at public venue to the highest
bidder in accordance with
the Bylaws and regulations of
Montezuma Valley Irrigation
Company:

Kyle J. Archibeque
1 share
Chester Carl
1 share
Cruzan-Glenn Water Association
1 share
James Ross Fricke II
1 share
Hartman Living Trust, established May 16, 2013
1 share
Michael Jason, Andrew & Jerry Krob
1 share
Richard A. McDill
1 share
Charmaine & Dale Neighbors
1 share
Bradley Sitton
1 share
Brad J. & Lori R. Smith
1 share
Rachel Eileen Welliver
1 share

Said sale shall be held at the
office of Montezuma Valley
Irrigation Company at 24055
Road L.4, Cortez, Colorado on
March 17, 2026 at 11 am.

Published in the Cortez Journal
February 18,25 and March 4, 11
2025.

33473
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Perry Jno Hensley, also known as Perry J. Hensley, also known as Perry Hensley, Deceased
Case Number 2025PR30061
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Montezuma County, Colorado on or before June 18th, 2026, or the claims may be forever barred.
Sandra Simons
Personal Representative
21739 Road S
Cortez, Colorado 81321

Bryson C. McCabe, #50873
Kelly R. McCabe, P.C.
22 E. Main St.
Cortez, CO 81321
Published in The Journal February 18, 25 and March 4, 2026

33511
DOCUMENT 00 11 13
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Mancos Conservation District 604 Bauer Ave, Mancos, CO 81328
General Notice:
Mancos Conservation District (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project:
MCD Diversion Structures.
Bids for the construction of the Project may be received in person at 20 West Main Street Suite 112
Cortez, CO 81321 until Friday, March 6th
, 2026 at 4:00 PM local time or electronically at
ty.k@jonesanddemille.com with a courtesy copy (cc) to trasie.m@jonesanddemille.com, until Friday,
March 6th, 2026 at 4:00 PM local time. At a later time, the Bids received will be privately opened and
read.
The Project includes the following Work: The project consists of improving existing diversion structures
and constructing fish passage improvements at three sites, including rock dams, one concrete diversion
structure, associated earthwork, and temporary access roads. Bids will be received for single contract.
Owner anticipates that the Project’s total bid price will be approximately $275,000. The Project has an
expected duration of 90 days.
Obtaining Bidding Documents:
Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at
designated website will be updated with addenda, plan holders list, reports, and other information
relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. Official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding
Documents will be offered through the designated website.
The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Jones & DeMille Engineering, Inc., Only electronic
copies of Bidding Documents will be issued.
Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including
addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the designated website.
Questions are due in writing to Ty Koppenhafer, at ty.k@jonesanddemille.com on or before March 3rd
,
2026 with a courtesy copy (cc) to trasie.m@jonesanddemille.com.
Pre-bid Conference:
A pre-bid conference for the Project will be held on February 23rd, 2026 at 10 AM local time at the
Mancos Conservation District office at 604 Bauer Ave, Mancos, CO 81328. Attendance at the pre-bid
conference is encouraged but not required.
Instructions to Bidders:
For further requirements regarding bid submittal, refer to bidding documents. The Owner may reject
any or all bids submitted.
Issued by:
Owner: Mancos Conservation District
By: Danny Margoles
Title: Executive Director
Date: February 13, 2026
Published in The Journal February 18, 25 and March 4, 2026

33421
RESOLUTION NO. R690 – SERIES 2026
TOWN OF DOLORES
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF DOLORES, COLORADO CANCELLING THE REGULAR MUNICIPAL ELECTION SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 7, 2026, AND DECLARING CANDIDATES ELECTED BY ACCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Town of Dolores, Colorado is a statutory town incorporated under the laws of the State of Colorado;
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Colorado Municipal Election Code and local law, the Town of Dolores scheduled a regular municipal election to be held on April 7, 2026;
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 533, Series 2017, provides that a municipal election may be canceled if the only matter before the voters is the election of persons to office and, at the close of business sixty-four (64) days before the election, there are not more candidates than offices to be filled at such election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent;
WHEREAS, state law similarly authorizes the cancellation of a municipal election under such circumstances, including C.R.S. § 1-5-208 and C.R.S. § 31-10-507;
WHEREAS, the only matter before the voters at the April 7, 2026 regular municipal election was the election of persons to municipal office;
WHEREAS, at the close of business on the sixty-fourth (64th) day before the April 7, 2026 election, the number of duly nominated and qualified candidates, including any candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates, did not exceed the number of offices to be filled at such election;
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the conditions set forth in Ordinance No. 533, Series 2017, and applicable provisions of Colorado law have been satisfied and that cancellation of the regular municipal election is authorized and appropriate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF DOLORES, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The regular municipal election scheduled for April 7, 2026, is hereby canceled pursuant to Ordinance No. 533, Series 2017, C.R.S. § 1-5-208, and C.R.S. § 31-10-507.
Section 2. The following candidates, having been duly nominated and qualified and with no more candidates than offices to be filled, are hereby declared elected by acclamation to the offices set forth below, subject to qualification as required by law:
• Chris Holkestad — Mayor
• Billy McCoy — Trustee
• Derek Beckman — Trustee
• Josh Maule — Trustee
Section 3. The Town Clerk is authorized and directed to provide notice of the cancellation of the election and the election of candidates by acclamation as required by law, including publication and posting of notice, and to notify the candidates named herein.
Section 4. All actions previously taken by the Town Clerk, election officials, and Town staff that are consistent with this Resolution are hereby ratified and approved.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 9th day of February, 2026, by the BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF DOLORES, COLORADO.
ATTEST:
Mayor Chris Holkestad
Town Clerk Kelley Unrein
Published in The Journal February 11 and April 1, 2026

33291
District Court, Montezuma County, Colorado
865 N. Park Street
Cortez, CO 81321
Plaintiff: CARLILE PARK, LLC, a Colorado Limited Liability Company
v.
Defendant: BESSIE KIRK and J.W. CARLILE and all unknown persons who claim any interest by or through said Defendants or who may claim any interest in the subject matter of this action.
Case Number: 2026CV30008
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT: BESSIE KIRK
You are hereby summoned and required to file with the Clerk of the Court an Answer or other response to the Complaint filed against you in this case. You are required to filed your Answer or other response on or before March 11, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in the Montezuma County Combined Court, 865 N. Park Street, Cortez, Colorado 81321.
The nature of this action is a proceeding in rem.
The relief sought by the Plaintiff(s) is a Quiet Title Action which will affect the following property:
The South 13 feet of Lots 11, 12 and 13, ERVIEN ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF MANCOS,
according to the second amended plat thereof filed for record January 30, 1959 in Book 8 at
Page 23.
If you fail to file your Answer or other response on or before the date and time shown above, the relief sought may be granted by default by the Court without further notice.
Dated: February 3, 2026
/s/ Keenen D. Lovett
Keenen D. Lovett, #47178
Attorney for Plaintiff
Kelly R. McCabe, P.C.
22 E. Main St. – P.O. Box 1296
Cortez, CO 81321
Phone: 970-565-7209
Published in The Journal February 4, 11, 18, 25 and March 4, 2026