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.

YES! It's Time to Start
Gathering Your Pennies
(Nickels, Dimes and
Quarters too!) to sweeten
the "kitty" at For Pets'
Sake Humane Society's
PENNIES FOR PETS
fundraiser, July 11th at the
Cortez Farmers Market.
(970) 565-PETS/7387

Aspen & Pine FIREWOOD - SUMMER SPECIAL - Dry, PINE, split. $165 per cord. ASPEN $185 per cord. Free local delivery. 970-560-0037 970-570-3254

Montezuma WATER TAP for sale. $10,500 obo. ll.teambuilding@gmail.com or 970-559-0169.

3100 & 3104 W 2nd, 5BR unfinished 3,000 sq ft home with rental units reduced to $637,500. Corner lot in Animas City area. Call Scott at Keller Williams Realty 970-749-0099

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
http://www.contractenv.com

Bishop Air Colorado
Heating & Cooling
Sales, Service, Installation
Commercial l& Residential
Specializing in Ductless Mini Split Systems
Call now & schedule your spring AC tune-up!
970-882-8859

LEVEL UP ELECTRIC LLC
970-560-2885
SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Need an electrician you can count on? Level Up Electric provides fast, professional electrical services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers throughout the Four Corners region.

Our Services Include:
- Service Calls & Troubleshooting
- Residential Electrical Repairs & Upgrades
- Commercial & Industrial Electrical Services
- Remodels & Renovations
- Hot Tub & Spa Hookups
- Mini-Split Electrical Installations
- Panel Upgrades & Service Changes
- Backup Generator Installation & Transfer Switches
- New Construction Wiring
- Lighting Upgrades & Energy-Efficient Solutions
- Emergency Electrical Repairs

Licensed & Insured
Experienced Electricians
Competitive Rates
Quality Workmanship
Same-Day or Next-Day Service

Whether you're upgrading your home, remodeling your business, installing a hot tub, adding a mini-split system, or preparing for power outages with an emergency generator, Level Up Electric has the expertise to get the job done right.

Call Level Up Electric Today! 970-560-2885
Serving Cortez, Dolores, Mancos, Montezuma County, La Plata County, and surrounding communities.

Fast Response - Professional Service - Quality Results

35595
PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held for the consideration of a new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Pitchers on Main LLC, located at 9 West Main Street, Cortez, Colorado.

The public hearing will be held at 7:30 p.m., on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in City Council Chambers at the Cortez City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez, Colorado.

Any interested persons may appear at the hearing and be heard. Written comments may also be submitted to the City Clerk's Office prior to the hearing.

Further information concerning this matter may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk at the address above, calling 970-564-4008 or email at cityclerk@cortezco.gov.

Published in the newspaper on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

35690
SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET REQUEST 2026

(Pursuant to 29-1-106 and 29-1-109 C.R.S.)

NOTICE is hereby given that a supplemental budget request will be submitted to the Montezuma County Emergency Telephone Authority Board for 2026 in the amount of $644,000 for:

$480,000 Console Project

$109,000 Phone Maintenance

$75,000 Voice Alerting system

Such Supplemental Budget Request will be considered at a meeting of the Montezuma County Emergency Telephone Authority Board to be held at the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room located at 109 W. Main Street, Room #250 on 7/7/2026 at approximately 10:00 AM. Any interested elector of Montezuma County may file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the Supplemental Budget Request.

Published in The Journal June 24th and July 1st, 2026

35696
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Garth Greenlee, a/k/a Garth Howard Greenlee, a/k/a Garth H. Greenlee, Deceased
Case Number: 2026PR30039
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 October 24, 2026, or the claims may be forever barred.
Kelley Dawn Oliver,
Personal Representative
16500 Road N
Cortez, CO 81321

Keenen D. Lovett, #47178
Kelly R. McCabe, PC
Attorney for the Estate
22 East Main Street
Cortez, Colorado 81321
Published in The Journal June 24 and July 1 and 8, 2026

35714
NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT
BY THE CITY OF CORTEZ

Notice is hereby given that final payment will be made on or about July 24, 2026, on a contract dated March 31, 2026, between the City of Cortez and PRQ Topline LLC d/b/a Top Line Exteriors, 13088 CR 23, Cortez, CO 81321, for the 2026 Service Center Roof Replacement Project.
All persons, companies, or corporations that have furnished labor, materials, supplies, or services used by Topline in connection with said contract, and whose claim has not been paid by the contractor shall, on or before the 20th day of July 2026, file with the City of Cortez, City Clerk's Office, 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez, CO 81321, a certified statement of the amount due. Failure on the part of the claimant to file such settlement will relieve the City of Cortez from any and all liability for such claim.
Published in The Journal June 24 and July 1 and 8, 2026

35717
The household goods and personal belongings of Eugene Singer last known address 28330 Road K.2 #38 Cortez, CO 81321 unit located at Doodad Storage, 85 North Henry St., 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 July 3, 2026.
Published in The Journal June 24 and July 1, 2026

35725
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Marvin L. Reichenau, Jr., a/k/a Marvin Lloyd Reichenau, Jr., a/k/a Marvin Reichenau, Jr., Deceased
Case Number: 2026PR30031
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 October 24, 2026, or the claims may be forever barred.
Heather Reichenau,
Personal Representative
9625 Road 20
Cortez, CO 81321

Keenen D. Lovett, #47178
Kelly R. McCabe, PC
Attorney for the Estate
22 East Main Street
Cortez, Colorado 81321
Published in The Journal June 24 and July 1 and 8, 2026

35745
NOTICE OF PRIVATE SALE

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

Notice is hereby given that The Dolores State Bank is accepting written bids to sell for cash the following collateral to wit:

2006 Dodge Ram 1500, (Vin #3D7KS19D96G220522)

said collateral is being held to secure obligations arising under a Security Agreement held by The Dolores State Bank, as secured party. Said sale is to be conducted according to the laws of the State of Colorado. Said collateral is sold AS IS WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. Bids will be accepted through 7/3/2026. Bids will be opened on 7/6/2026. The bank has the right to accept or refuse all bids as submitted.

The Dolores State Bank
Published in The Journal June 24 and July 1, 2026

35754
PUBLIC NOTICE
MONTEZUMA COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that the Montezuma County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing for review and determination of a proposed 2 Lot Moderate Subdivision & Rezoning Application, submitted by Sara Broersma & Kyle Duggan, on property located at 6300 Road 21, Cortez, CO, consisting of 19.90 acres, more or less, located east of Road 21, south of Road G, situated in Sections 7 Township 35N, Range 16W, N.M.P.M. The hearing will be held Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:00pm, Commissioner's Hearing Room, Montezuma County Administrative Offices, 109 W. Main, Cortez, CO. Interested persons may attend and give input. Information may be obtained from the Planning Office on-line service at you may also contact the Planning Dept. at (970) 565-2801 with questions.
Dated this 9th day of June 2026
/s/ Kim Percell, Clerk,
Board of County Commissioners
Montezuma County, CO
Published in The Journal June 24, 2026

35755
PUBLIC NOTICE
MONTEZUMA COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Notice is hereby given that the Montezuma County Board of County Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing for review and determination regarding of a proposed 2 Lot Minor Subdivision & Rezoning Application, submitted by Vistas Unlimited, LLLP; agent: Larry Ott, on property located at 45989 Hwy 160, Mancos, CO, consisting of 35.25 acres, more or less, located east & north of Hwy 160, situated in Sections 31& 32 Township 36N, Range 12W, N.M.P.M. The hearing will be held Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 9:00am in the Commissioner's Hearing Room, Montezuma County Administrative Offices, 109 W. Main, Cortez, CO. Interested persons may attend and give input. Information may be obtained from the Planning Office on-line service at you may also contact the Planning Dept. at (970) 565-2801 with questions.
Dated this 15th day of June 2026
/s/ Kim Percell, Clerk,
Board of County Commissioners
Montezuma County, CO
Published in The Journal June 24, 2026

35761
PUBLIC NOTICE
MONTEZUMA COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Notice is hereby given that the Montezuma County Board of County Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing for review and determination regarding a proposed Subdivision Amendment and Rezoning Application, to Lot #2 of the Garon Ranch 2-Lot Minor Subdivision, submitted by Douglas & Terri Rankin, on property located at 35511 Road R, Mancos, CO, consisting of 11.02 acres, more or less, located north of Hwy 160, east of Road 35.3, situated in Section 28, Township 37N, Range 14W, N.M.P.M. The hearing will be held Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 9:10am in the Commissioner's Hearing Room, Montezuma County Administrative Offices, 109 W. Main, Cortez, CO. Interested persons may attend and give input. Information may be obtained from the Planning Office on-line service at you may also contact the Planning Dept. at (970) 565-2801 with questions.
Dated this 15th day of June 2026
/s/ Kim Percell, Clerk,
Board of County Commissioners
Montezuma County, CO
Published in The Journal June 24, 2026

35762
PUBLIC NOTICE
MONTEZUMA COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that the Montezuma County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing for review and determination of a proposed Subdivision Amendment & Rezoning Application to the J & J Lanier Single Lot Development , submitted by Joseph & Jennifer Lanier, on property located at 27193 Road 10, Pleasant View, CO, consisting of 10.09 acres, more or less, located west of Road 10, north of Road CC, situated in Sections 30 Township 39N, Range 18W, N.M.P.M. The hearing will be held Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:00pm, Commissioner's Hearing Room, Montezuma County Administrative Offices, 109 W. Main, Cortez, CO. Interested persons may attend and give input. Information may be obtained from the Planning Office on-line service at you may also contact the Planning Dept. at (970) 565-2801 with questions.
Dated this 10th day of June 2026
/s/ Kim Percell, Clerk,
Board of County Commissioners
Montezuma County, CO
Published in The Journal June 24, 2026

35689
PUBLIC NOTICE
CORTEZ PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that the Cortez Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing by the purpose of reviewing and determining recommendation to be made to the Cortez City Council regarding proposed revisions to Cortez Land Use Code, Sections 2.03 Standards of Measurement, Section 2.04 Definitions and Terms of Use, Table 3.2 Nonresidential Dimensional Standards, Table 3.4 Schedule of Use Regulations, 3.06.4.A.2.d Accessory carport standards, 3.06.13 Natural Medicine Businesses (add and renumber rest of Chapter), 4.06.A.12 Other Utilities, 5.04.2 Design and Construction Standards, 5.06 Landscaping and Screening, 5.09.4 Parking Lot Lighting, 5.010.7 Historic Signs, and Chapter 7 Historic Preservation. The hearing will be held Tuesday, July 7th,2026, at 6:30 pm, in the Cortez City Council Chambers, Cortez City Hall at 123 Roger Smith Ave., Cortez, Co.
The City urges anyone with an interest in this matter to attend the above meeting. For further information, please contact the Planning and Building Department in the Cortez City Hall at 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez, or call 970-565-3402.
Dated this 17th day of June, 2026
Published in The Journal June 24, 2026

35692
SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET REQUEST 2026

(Pursuant to 29-1-106 and 29-1-109 C.R.S.)

NOTICE is hereby given that a supplemental budget request will be submitted to the Montezuma County Board of County Commissioners for 2026 in the amount of $1,927,000 for:

General Fund

$322,000 for 27th payroll for 2026

$78,000 County Clean up expenses

$22,000 professional services expenses for Magellan strategies and legal services.

Road and Bridge Fund

$72,000 for 27th payroll for 2026

$128,000 increased costs for chip seal project.

$1,225,000 Road 25 and 491 realignment. Funding for this project will include a transfer of available funds from the road impact fee fund.

Health Fund

$55,000 for 27th payroll for 2026

Landfill fund

$25,000 for 27th payroll for 2026

Such Supplemental Budget Request will be considered at a regular meeting of the Montezuma County Board of County Commissioners to be held at the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room located at 109 W. Main Street, Room #250 on 7/7/2026 at approximately 9:00 AM. Any interested elector of Montezuma County may file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the Supplemental Budget Request.

Published in The Journal June 24th and July 1st, 2026

35535
TOWN OF DOLORES, COLORADO
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the Town of Dolores, Colorado, will conduct a public hearing and consider second and final reading of the following ordinance on July 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Dolores Town Hall, 601 Central Avenue, Dolores, Colorado:
ORDINANCE NO. 590 SERIES 2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 586 SERIES 2025 CONCERNING THE RENEWAL OF MARIJUANA BUSINESS LICENSES; ESTABLISHING A BIENNIAL RENEWAL CYCLE; CONSOLIDATING RENEWAL AND OPERATING FEES; PROVIDING FOR A ONE-TIME TRANSITIONAL LICENSE EXTENSION TO ALIGN LOCAL AND STATE LICENSE EXPIRATION DATES; AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, REPEAL OF CONFLICTING PROVISIONS, AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
The purpose of the ordinance is to align the Town's marijuana business license renewal cycle with the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division's biennial licensing cycle, establish a biennial renewal and operating fee, and provide a one-time administrative extension for existing licenses to align local and state expiration dates.
All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard concerning the proposed ordinance.
A copy of the proposed ordinance is available for public inspection at the Dolores Town Hall during normal business hours and may be obtained by contacting the Town Clerk.
Published by order of the Dolores Board of Trustees.
Kelley Unrein
Town Clerk
Town of Dolores
Published in The Journal June 17 and July 1, 2026

35579
TOWN OF DOLORES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Dolores Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Dolores Town Hall, 601 Central Avenue, Dolores, Colorado, to consider a Conditional Use Permit application for property located at 200 South 8th Street, Dolores, Colorado.
The applicant requests approval to construct a detached accessory structure (garage) on the property.
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the application and provide a recommendation to the Dolores Board of Trustees.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Dolores Board of Trustees will conduct a public hearing on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at Dolores Town Hall, 601 Central Avenue, Dolores, Colorado, to consider the Conditional Use Permit application and recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. Written comments may be submitted to the Town Clerk prior to either hearing.
Copies of the application materials are available for public inspection at Dolores Town Hall during normal business hours.
Published by order of the Town of Dolores.
Kelley Unrein
Town Clerk/Treasurer
Published in The Journal June 17 and July 1, 2026

35606
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

2026 CORTEZ COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE PROJECT

Sealed proposals for furnishing the following to the City of Cortez will be received by the General Services Director, City Service Center, 110 West Progress Circle, Cortez, Colorado 81321, until 10:00 AM on Friday, July 24, 2026, at which time proposals will be publicly opened and read.

Proposals are requested to support the development and formal adoption of (1) a Strategic Growth and (2) a Water Supply element to meet the intent of SB24-174. This document will provide a roadmap for the City to prioritize parcels for in-fill development, while preserving existing open space and agricultural demand, and will link existing data about water resources and infrastructure with measurable goals and policy recommendations for Cortez's future development of a Comprehensive Plan in 2027-2028.

All proposals must be submitted via the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System:
The City of Cortez reserves the right to waive any formality or any informality in the process of awarding a proposal. The City of Cortez reserves the right to accept any proposal, in whole or in part, and to reject any or all proposals if it be deemed in the best interest of the City to do so.
Published in The Journal June 17, 24 and July 1, 2026

35607
NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT
BY THE CITY OF CORTEZ

Notice is hereby given that final payment will be made on or about July 17, 2026, on a contract dated January 14, 2026, between the City of Cortez and Structural Preservation Systems LLC, 3870 Platte Avenue, Sedalia, CO 80135, for the 2026 Natatorium Slide Tower Cathodic Concrete Rehabilitation Project.
All persons, companies, or corporations that have furnished labor, materials, supplies, or services used by Structural Preservation Systems LLC in connection with said contract, and whose claim has not been paid by the contractor shall, on or before the 13th day of July 2026, file with the City of Cortez, City Clerk's Office, 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez, CO 81321, a certified statement of the amount due. Failure on the part of the claimant to file such settlement will relieve the City of Cortez from any and all liability for such claim.
Published in The Journal June 17, 24 and July 1, 2026

35608
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
2026 ONE-TON DUALLY TRUCK
Sealed bids for furnishing the following to the City of Cortez, Colorado, will be received at the office of the General Services Director, City Service Center, 110 West Progress Circle, Cortez, CO 81321, until 3:00 PM on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read.
BID ITEM: The City of Cortez is seeking competitive sealed best value bids for the purchase of one (1) 2026 One-Ton Dually Truck. All equipment shall meet or exceed specifications. Bidders shall provide complete specifications, warranty details, and delivery schedule.
Copies of the specifications and instructions for bidders are available at the City Service Center; the City's website; and BidNet.
Bids shall be submitted in writing on the documents provided and signed by the bidder or their duly authorized agent. One (1) hard copy and one (1) electronic copy via USB flash drive, of the bid shall be submitted in a sealed envelope and marked on the outside with "BID - 2026 One-Ton Dually Truck" and with the bidder's name.
Bids may also be submitted electronically through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (BidNet) submission portal, and must be received prior to the bid due date and time.
The City of Cortez reserves the right to waive any formality or any informality in the process of awarding a bid. The City of Cortez reserves the right to accept any bid, in whole or in part, and to reject any or all bids if it be deemed in the best interest of the City to do so.
Published in The Journal June 17, 24 and July 1, 2026

35609
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

2026 CORTEZ RECREATIONAL CENTER NATATORIUM REHABILITATION PROJECT

Sealed proposals for furnishing the following to the City of Cortez will be received by the General Services Director, City Service Center, 110 West Progress Circle, Cortez, Colorado 81321, until 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at which time proposals will be publicly opened and read.

The goal of this project is to have a fully resurfaced, functional, and safe leisure pool and play feature in the Cortez Recreation Center's Natatorium. Please pay attention to this project's primary scope as well as alternative add-ons; the primary scope is guaranteed while the alternative add-ons will be budget-dependent. The primary scope involves the leisure pool resurfacing, perimeter tile removal and replacement, main drain cover replacement, and the removal and installation of a pre-selected play feature. If budget allows, we would prefer the selected contractor also complete the following: competition pool resurfacing, perimeter tile removal and replacement, main drain cover replacement, install a concrete stair system, replace missing acoustic sound baffles and reattach existing sound baffles. Please note that this project follows a comprehensive design recently completed by Schmueser Gordon Meyer, Inc. and Counsilman/ Hunsaker & Associates, Inc., which is attached to this RFP and sets more detailed standards for the "build phase" of this project.
Direct all questions to Director of Public Works & General Services
Casey Simpson: csimpson@cortezco.gov

Proposals shall be submitted in writing and signed by the vendor or its duly authorized agent. One (1) hard copy and one (1) electronic copy via USB flash drive, of the bid shall be submitted in a sealed envelope and marked on the outside with "BID - 2026 Cortez Recreation Center Natatorium Rehab Project" and with the vendor's name.

The City of Cortez reserves the right to waive any formality or any informality in the process of awarding a proposal. The City of Cortez reserves the right to accept any proposal, in whole or in part, and to reject any or all proposals if it be deemed in the best interest of the City to do so.
Published in The Journal June 17, 24 and July 1, 2026

35627
PUBLIC NOTICE
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
(CRS 38-38-103) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 7-26
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On April 9, 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.
Grantor: JARED M WALL
Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR ALL WESTERN MORTGAGE, INC.
Current Owner of Evidence of Debt: NEWREZ LLC
Date of Deed of Trust: OCTOBER 10, 2024
County of Recording: MONTEZUMA
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Reception No. of Recorded Deed of Trust: 658719
Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $407,000.00
Outstanding Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt as of the date hereof: $402,639.67
Pursuant to C.R.S. 38-38-101(4)(i), you are notified as follows: The holder of the debt secured by the Deed of Trust declares a violation of the covenants of said Deed of Trust for reasons including, but not limited to, the failure to make payments as provided for in the Deed of Trust and Evidence of Debt.
THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST TO BE FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF MONTEZUMA, STATE OF COLORADO, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

A TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 1/4.NE 1/4) OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 16 WEST, N.M.PM., BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN TWO TRACTS AS FOLLOWS:

TRACT I:
BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED TRACT, THENCE WEST APPROXIMATELY 209.3 FEET; THENCE SOUTH APPROXIMATELY 418.6 FEET; THENCE EAST APPROXIMATELY 209.3 FEET; THENCE NORTH APPROXIMATELY 418.6 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.

LESS AND EXCEPT ANY PORTION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AS CONVEYED TO MONTEZUMA COUNTY BY DEEDS RECORDED IN BOOK 96 AT PAGE 394, AND IN BOOK 111 AT PAGE 252, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER.

TRACT II:
ALL THAT PROPERTY LYING NORTH AND EAST OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED FENCELINE CONTAINED IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 1/4) OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 16 WEST, N.M.P.M., BEGINNING AT A POINT ON A FENCELINE FROM WHICH POINT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 7 BEARS NORTH 38 37' 52" EAST A DISTANCE OF 334.34 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 21 39' 28" WEST A DISTANCE OF 217.74 FEET ALONG SAID FENCELINE; THENCE SOUTH 58 36' 47" EAST A DISTANCE OF 115.23 FEET ALONG SAID FENCELINE: THENCE NORTH 85 51' 42" EAST A DISTANCE OF 43.27 FEET ALONG SAID FENCELINE; THENCE NORTH 7837'43" EAST A DISTANCE OF 122.89 FEET ALONG SAID FENCELINE TO A POINT FROM WHICH THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 7, BEARS NORTH 03 07' 21" EAST A DISTANCE OF 496.65 FEET.

LESS AND EXCEPT THAT PORTION AS DESCRIBED IN TRACT I ABOVE.

LESS AND EXCEPT ANY PORTION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AS CONVEYED TO MONTEZUMA COUNTY BY DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 96 AT PAGE 394.
Purported Common Address: 12951 RD 22, 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, AUGUST 5, 2026, AT MONTEZUMA COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE OFFICE, 140 W. 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: June 17, 2026
Last Publication: July 15, 2026
Name of Publication: The Journal

DATE: APRIL 9, 2026
MONTEZUMA COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE, STATE OF COLORADO
/s/ ELLEN BLACK, PUBLIC TRUSTEE

The name, address and telephone number of each attorney (if any) representing the Holder of the Debt is as follows:
Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP, Carly Imbrogno Esq. Reg. No. 59553, 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204, Phone: (303) 350-3711, Atty#00000010760700
Published in The Journal June 17, 24 and July 1, 8, 15, 2026.

35661
TOWN OF DOLORES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Dolores Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Dolores Town Hall, 601 Central Avenue, Dolores, Colorado, to consider a Conditional Use Permit application for property located at 18390 Highway 145, Dolores, Colorado.
The applicant requests approval to establish a Recreational Vehicle park.
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the application and provide a recommendation to the Dolores Board of Trustees.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Dolores Board of Trustees will conduct a public hearing on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at Dolores Town Hall, 601 Central Avenue, Dolores, Colorado, to consider the Conditional Use Permit application and recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. Written comments may be submitted to the Town Clerk prior to either hearing.
Copies of the application materials are available for public inspection at Dolores Town Hall during normal business hours.
Published by order of the Town of Dolores.
Kelley Unrein
Town Clerk/Treasurer
Published in The Journal June 17 and July 1, 2026

35395
Public Notice
Appointment of a Director
Dolores Water Conservancy District

The Dolores Water Conservancy District (District) hereby gives notice that applications for an at-large appointment to the Board of Directors of the (District) will be accepted by the 22nd Judicial District Court until July 1, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The current term of Director, Jeremy Redshaw is due to expire on July 31, 2026.

To be considered, applicants must have resided within the District for one year, must be an owner of real property within the District, and must be knowledgeable in water matters.

A resume and letter of application setting forth qualifications to serve should be sent to:

The Honorable Todd Plewe
Chief Judge, 22nd Judicial District
865 N. Park St. Suite 100
Cortez, CO 81321-3190

This notice is provided by the Dolores Water Conservancy District, Cortez, Colorado, Kenneth W. Curtis, General Manager. Please feel free to call the (District) at (970)565-7562 with any questions regarding this matter.
Published in The Journal June 10, 17 and 24, 2026

35176
PUBLIC NOTICE
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
(CRS 38-38-103) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 6-26
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On April 1, 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): JAMES R GROVE
Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY
Date of Deed of Trust: MAY 7, 2019
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: MAY 7, 2019
County of Recording: MONTEZUMA
Recording at Reception No: 622721
Original Principal Debt: $128,627.00
Outstanding/Unpaid Principal Balance of Debt: $115,321.63
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.
THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF MONTEZUMA AND STATE OF COLORADO:
THE E1/2 OF LOTS 9, 10 AND 11, BLOCK 1, TIBBITS-REYNOLDS ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF DOLORES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF FILED FOR RECORD FEBRUARY 26, 1979 IN BOOK 10 AT PAGE 10.
USED 1980 ATLANTIC UNKNOWN 470-013-4091 A/B 24' X 52'
Purported Common Address: 110 N 20TH 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, JULY 22, 2026, AT THE MONTEZUMA COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE'S OFFICE, 140 W. 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: June 3, 2026
Last Publication: July 1, 2026
Newspaper: The Journal

DATED: APRIL 1, 2026
MONTEZUMA COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE, STATE OF COLORADO
By: /s/ ELLEN BLACK, PUBLIC TRUSTEE

Attorney representing the Holder: Janeway Law Firm, P.C., Lynn M. Janeway #15592, 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112, Phone: 303-706-9990, Fax: 303-706-9994 JLF No.: 23-029177
Published in The Journal June 3, 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 2026

35221
PUBLIC NOTICE
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
(CRS 38-38-103) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 5-26
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On March 19, 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 (Borrower): Christopher Pendergast and LeAnn R Pendergast
Original Beneficiary: New Century Mortgage Corporation
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-NC2
Date of Deed of Trust: 2/16/2005
County of Recording: Montezuma
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 2/28/2005
Recording Information at Reception No: 529442
Original Principal Amount: $119,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $123,101.34
Pursuant to C.R.S. 38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described above, declares that the covenants of said Deed of Trust have been violated for reasons including, but not limited to, the failure to make timely payments required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby. Therefore, the holder of the Evidence of Debt has elected to accelerate the entire indebtedness.
The real property being foreclosed is all of the property encumbered by said Deed of Trust and is described as follows:
A TRACT OF LAND IN THE NW NW OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 16 WEST, N.M.P.M., BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF COUNTY ROAD M IN THE NW NW OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 16 WEST, N.M.P.M., FROM WHICH POINT THE NW CORNER OF SAID SECTION 15 BEARS NORTH 0000'23" EAST A DISTANCE OF 30.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 0000'23" WEST A DISTANCE OF 421.59 FEET ALONG A FENCE LINE TO A DITCH; THENCE NORTH 6141'27" EAST A DISTANCE OF 23.21 FEET ALONG A DITCH; THENCE NORTH 0611'53" EAST A DISTANCE OF 161.92 FEET ALONG A DITCH; THENCE NORTH 3557'35" EAST A DISTANCE OF 312.83 FEET ALONG A DITCH TO THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF COUNTY ROAD M, THENCE SOUTH 8904'00" WEST A DISTANCE OF 221.60 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF COUNTY ROAD M TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
COUNTY OF MONTEZUMA,
STATE OF COLORADO.
TOGETHER WITH (1) ONE MONTEZUMA WATER COMPANY WATER TAP, COUNTY OF MONTEZUMA, STATE OF COLORADO.
*Pursuant to that certain Affidavit Re: Scrivener's Error Pursuant to C.R.S.38-35-109(5) recorded in the records of Montezuma County, Colorado, on 9/28/2023 at Reception No. 652858 to correct the legal description.
And is also known by street and number as 24006 Road M, Cortez, CO 81321.
THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
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, JULY 22, 2026, AT THE MONTEZUMA COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE'S 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: June 3, 2026
Last Publication: July 1, 2026
Publication: The Journal

Date: March 19, 2026
Ellen Black, Public Trustee, Montezuma County, State of Colorado
/s/ Ellen Black

Attorney for Current Holder of the Evidence of Debt: McCarthy & Holthus, LLP, Ilene Dell'Acqua, Atty. Reg. No. 31755, 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 Phone (877) 369-6122, Ext. 1903, Attorney File # CO-26-1048069-JH
Published in The Journal June 3, 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 2026

35246
District Court, Dolores County, Colorado
409 N. Main St.
Dove Creek, CO 81324

Plaintiff(s/Petitioner(s): LYLE LITTLEFIELD
v.
Defendant(s)/Respondent(s): ALFA EXPRESS, INC., ET AL
Case Number 2026CV30006
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO
TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S): RICHARD B. SINDAR
You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint [petition] filed
with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to
file your answer or other response within 35 * days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this
summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint [petition] may be obtained
from the clerk of the court.
If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint [petition] in writing within 35* days after the
date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded
in the complaint [petition] without further notice.
This is an action: pertaining to a personal injury civil claim in Dolores County District Court.
/s/ Kelly R. McCabe
Attorney for Plaintiff(s)/Petitioner(s)
Published in The Journal June 3, 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 2026

34463
Public Notice

Dolores County has received funds through the Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025, 7% of the total funds go to a Title lll account.

Dolores County will be allocating the collective amount received for the following:
To carry out activities under the Firewise Communities program, reimburse the participating search and rescue and other emergency services, cover training costs and equipment purchases related to the emergency service, develop and carry out community wildfire protection plans, and provide or expand access to broadband telecommunications services.

At a regular meeting on May 18, 2026, the Dolores County Commissioners made a motion to use the Tier III money for the reasons stated.

Public comments will be taken for a period of 45 days, beginning May 20, 2026, and ending on July 6th, 2026. Send your comments to the Dolores County Commissioners at P.O. Box 608 Dove Creek, CO 81324

Published in the Journal May 20, and 27 and June 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2026