For 40 minutes, the board discussed whether it would be appropriate to accept proceeds from a calendar that depicts women in seductive poses for a program that helps female criminal offenders. The consensus among board members was that accepting the proceeds would send the wrong message to children in the program, and some community members would not approve of the calendar as a way to raise money. Bob Ledger, board president and Durango city manager, repeatedly talked about the reaction the community would have if the board accepted the proceeds. But there are people in the community that it might. The women pictured in the calendar wear leather skirts, overalls, bikini tops and a variety of other clothing.
None appear in only a swimsuit.
All of the models are between the ages of 19 and 30, except for one who is 15 and had her mother s permission to pose, Duran said. Duran said he created the calendar to benefit children, especially those who come from broken homes or are involved in drugs, alcohol and gangs. He was disappointed that the board members had objections to accepting the proceeds from the calendar, but said he understands their concerns. After the meeting, Duran said he opened an account at the Bank of the San Juans called the Children s Rescue Trust Account, which will use the proceeds from the calendar to help children pay for programs and services they may not be able to afford. The public can also donate to the fund, he said.