March 2012 Greenwood Village Newsletter

A CORRECTION TO MY FEBRUARY REPORT In December, along with Councilmember Denise Rose andher husband, Mike, I attended the opening of a new businessin Greenwood Village. Sanctuary Wealth Advisors opened anew office in the Denver Technological Center (DTC). Theirgrand opening celebration included a featured guestappearance by retired U.S. Navy Seal and Medal of Honor

Recipient Michael Thornton. The title of thetopic printed in my February report should haveread Medal of Honor instead of Medal of Valor.I sincerely apologize to Medal of Honorrecipient Michael Thornton and all the otherbrave men and women who have received thishighest military decoration awarded by ourgovernment for this misprint in our Newsletter.

PUBLIC WORKS ANDTHEIR EXCEPTIONALPERFORMANCE Last month a remarkable snowfall blanketed ourVillage. I believe our collective opinion of how

Public Works cleared the snow is best summarized by an e-mail from Councilmember Jerry Presley to one of our plowdrivers. I asked Jerry if I could share it with you:

From: Jerry PresleySent: Sat 2/4/2012 2:14 AMTo: Steven GrassoCc: Laird Thornton; John Sheldon; Jim Sanderson; Ronald RakowskySubject: Pushing Snow

Hi Steve.

Thanks for letting me ride-along this afternoon. You’reterrific.

I had many “take-aways” and one was seeing the dedicationthat you and the rest of the team have. You started your dayat 5 a.m. and worked a 12 hour gig. You came prepared tospend the night in a local hotel if need be. After a bit ofsleep, you will be back on the streets again in just a few hoursfrom now.

You are making a difference and on behalf of the citizens who Irepresent, I want to thank you and all of your teammates. Weare lucky to live here, mostly because of associates like you.

Another “take-away” is that your dedication is not unique orextraordinary. Your dedication is typical. I clearly understandthat working a big storm like this requires a large number ofpeople pitching in to help out. Success is achieved by theteam not by any one individual.

The city does not have full-time snow plow operators, full-time ATV plow drivers or full-time workers dedicated toclearing sidewalks using a simple snow thrower. Instead, itrelies on everyday associates to step-up in the time of need todo each of these jobs. This is kind of like a Municipal Guardwhere citizens are called up for active duty.

A friend of mine who spent time in the military once toldme that when the shooting starts, even the cook picks up arifle. The concept is the same except it is some form of ashovel that’s picked up, not a rifle. When the storm hits,Public Works shifts into 24 hour a day battle mode. Everydayjob descriptions no longer apply.

“Intelligence” indicates the storm will continue for anotherfull day. “Troops” have been deployed on a 24 hour cycle andwill continue until the battle is won. At least one mechanic isalways working the “MASH” unit during each of the threeshifts. During our shift, a tree snapped off a right-side mirrorand curbs broke two “blade shoes.” The equipment wasrepaired immediately and redeployed back into battle.

Dee Thornton delivered a “care package” from “back home”consisting of five crock pots of chili and hot wings, lots of

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District 1 Councilmember Jerry Presley with IrrigationSupervisor Steve Grasso.

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continued from page 2chips, dip, cookies and assorted other comfort food. I hopeeveryone in Public Works feels loved.

I also hope everyone in Public Works feels proud. I am veryproud to be associated with everyone in the Public Worksdepartment.

Wow! What a great group of people.

Thank you. Really.

Sincerely, Jerry PresleyCity CouncilmemberCity of Greenwood Village

K-9S MAGNUM AND TAG They may seem like two dogs, but they are the PoliceDepartment’s dynamic duo of the K-9 unit that are oureveryday heroes. Since the hiring of K-9s Magnum and Tagin May 2011, both K-9s have become one of the PoliceDepartment’s effective tools in keeping our community safe.

Guided by the commands of their handlers, K-9 Officers JeffMulqueen and Bryan Stuebinger, Magnum and Tag can be

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9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.Curtis Center

Spring BreakSports • 12-2 p.m.

Spring Into ArtCurtis • 1-3 p.m.

2Youth Drawing4:15-5:30 p.m.Curtis Center

Youth Art MonthOpens

14Adult Men’sBasketball

WMS • 6-9 p.m.

Youth Art MonthReception5-7 p.m.

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T-Ball/Baseball6:30-7:15 p.m.

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GVAHC Meeting6:30 p.m. • Curtis

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Study Session6 p.m. • City HallMeeting 7 p.m.

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Opera ColoradoArias & Ensembles6:30 p.m. • City HallCommunity Room

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Resident SummerRegistration Begins

19Youth Skate CampCarson Skate Park

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Mayor and City Council 303-486-5745

City Manager’s Office 303-486-5745Community Outreach/ 303-486-5749

Public Information

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RequestsPlanning and Zoning 303-486-5783 Zoning and 303-486-5783

Nuisance Complaints

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and Information

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and ProgramsConservation/Open 303-486-5743

Space EasementsPark Planning and Development 303-486-5743Park Permits 303-486-5773Recreation and 303-486-5766

Special EventsReimbursement Program 303-486-5773

Police Department Emergency 9-1-1Animal Control 303-773-2525 Parking 303-773-2525 Police Records 303-773-2525 School Resource Officers 303-773-2525 Traffic Information 303-773-2525 Victim Assistance 303-486-8211

Public Works Environment 303-708-6100

(Drainage/Water Quality)Parks and 303-708-6100Trail MaintenanceRoadways 303-708-6100Traffic 303-708-6100Residential Trash 303-708-6100

and Hazardous Waste

Greenwood Village City Hall6060 South Quebec StreetGreenwood Village, CO 80111

Phone: 303-773-0252 Fax: 303-290-0631After Hours Phone: 303-773-2525(for questions or service requests outside normal business hours)

E-mail: [email protected] Site: www.greenwoodvillage.com

An after-hours drop box is available by the flagpole in front of City Hall and is checkedMonday through Friday. The drop box can be used to deliver customer comment cards,recreation registration and reimbursement forms, employment applications, and municipalcourt tickets.

IMPORTANTnumbersAnna FugierBoard of Adjustments & Appeals

Jon EkoniakPlanning & Zoning Commission

Eleanor MollerParks, Trails and Recreation Commission

GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY — COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS

The following residents in District 2 were appointed by the Greenwood Village City Council:

For more information on how to serve on a Village board or commission, please call the City Clerk’s Office at 303-486-5752.

NEW GVTV 8 BULLETIN BOARD

Stay up-to-date on community issues and eventsthrough the new, GVTV 8 Bulletin Board system.Viewers can also get information from local newsfeeds, current stock quotes, diet tips, a dailythree-day weather forecast, and much more! Toview the GVTV 8 Bulletin Board, you must be aresident or business in Greenwood Village and bea Comcast subscriber.

For more information, please call the CityManager’s Office at 303-486-5745.

PROGRAMS IN MARCHThe Mayor’s Show — An Inside Look At Public Works Don’t miss this program as MayorRakowsky takes an inside look at theprograms and services of the Public WorksDepartment. Air Times: Monday-Sunday, 9 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Archives of the Mayor’s Show and GV Kids, Ink!®

can be seen at www.greenwoodvillage.com or on the Greenwood Village Channel on YouTube.

South Metro Fire Rescue Authority Learn about emergency services andinformation on fire prevention provided bySouth Metro Fire Rescue Authority. Air Times: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

RTD FasTracks New Report An update on the progress of FasTracks andwhat’s ahead for FasTracks in the comingyear. Air Times: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Metro VoicesProduced by the Greater MetroTelecommunications Consortium(GMTC), the program focuses on regionalissues. Air Times: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 11 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Jazz Cardio Strength StretchA powerfully fun and effective workout thatwill lift your spirits, strengthen your heart,muscles, and core. You’ll get a healthy doseof cardio, strength and stretch moves andfinish up feeling energized for the start andend of your day.Air Times: Monday-Sunday, 6 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Do you have a comment aboutprogramming on GVTV Channel 8? Pleasecall Melissa Gallegos, Public InformationOfficer, at 303-486-5749. GGVV

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GVTVchannel 8AVAILABLE ON COMCASTCABLE IN GREENWOODVILLAGE, GVTV CHANNEL8 IS AVAILABLE 24 HOURSA DAY, SEVEN DAYS AWEEK, PROVIDINGINFORMATION ANDPROGRAMMINGREGARDING ISSUES ANDEVENTS IN THE VILLAGEAND THE DENVER REGION.FOR A LIST OF PROGRAMSAIRING ON CHANNEL 8,PLEASE REFER TO THISSCHEDULE OR VISITWWW.GREENWOODVILLAGE.COM FOR A COMPLETE LISTINGAND DESCRIPTION OFPROGRAMS.


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continued from page 3credited with the capture of an armedrobber; assisted the Drug EnforcementAgency (DEA) in serving drugwarrants; performed several searchesfor suspects in the Village andArapahoe County areas; andparticipated in community events.

Police dogs are an invaluable resourcenot only to the Village, but also toother communities who have called fortheir assistance to help “take a bite outof crime.” Greenwood Villageanticipates some more great heroicactions from our K-9 Unit, Magnumand Tag, in the years ahead. For moreinformation on the Village K-9 Unitor to request an appearance ofMagnum and Tag, please call thePolice Department at 303-773-2525.

FISHING DERBY IS BACK I am happy to report the AnnualGreenwood Village Fishing Derby willbe held on Saturday, April 28 atTommy Davis Park. After thepostponement of the Fishing Derbyfor three years due to the economicclimate, the City Council authorizedstaff to bring back the Fishing Derbythis year. This is one of our signatureevents that is always enjoyed by manyof our families. Please make sure tomark your calendar. You can learnmore about the event on page 22 ofthis Newsletter.

SALES TAX IN GREENWOODVILLAGE REDUCED IN 2012 The next time you pay for goods yourtax bill should be lower. TheMetropolitan Football StadiumDistrict (Football District) tax endedon December 31, 2011. Businessesshould no longer collect this tax fromtheir customers. The sales tax rate inGreenwood Village is now 7.25percent. The breakdown of the totaltax is as follows:

City of Greenwood Village 3.00% State of Colorado 2.90%Arapahoe County Open Space 0.25%Regional Transportation District (RTD) 1.00%Cultural District (CD) 0.10%Total 7.25%

The three percent City of GreenwoodVillage tax is remitted directly to theVillage’s Finance Department bybusinesses. All other taxes noted aboveare paid to the Colorado Departmentof Revenue.

This information should be usefulespecially if you are planning a majorpurchase such as a vehicle. Remember,Greenwood Village does not chargesales tax on new, used or leasedvehicles that are registered inGreenwood Village. Please be sure tocheck your receipt for deliveries andconfirm that vendors are collecting thecorrect amount of taxes for the Village.

IF I WERE MAYOR ESSAY CONTEST If you know a middle school studentthat attends a school in GreenwoodVillage, I invite them to participate inan essay contest sponsored by theColorado Municipal League (CML).This contest is part of CML’s effort toassist cities and towns in theirinitiatives to educate citizens aboutlocal government services.

The If I Were Mayor Essay Contest willrecognize four winners who willreceive a certificate of achievement,$500 to establish a scholarship accountwith CollegeInvest, and theopportunity to attend the 2012 CMLConference in June to receive theirawards and present their essays duringthe Elected Officials Luncheon. Inaddition, the Greenwood Village CityCouncil will recognize all contestparticipants from Village schools at aCity Council meeting and one winnerfrom that group, along with his/herparents, will be selected to have lunchwith me.

Brochures can be downloaded fromthe CML Web site at www.cml.organd are due to the CML office byApril 3, 2012. When you submit youressay, please provide me with a copy atthe same time [email protected]. GGVV

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MPNP WATER VIEWING AREA CONSTRUCTION TO BEGIN THIS SUMMERIn February, the City Council approved the final design forthe Marjorie Perry Nature Preserve (MPNP) water viewingarea as recommended by the Parks, Trails, and RecreationCommission. The water viewing area will provide users of theMPNP with a natural location for wildlife viewing andenjoyment of the natural surroundings. Construction of thewater viewing area will begin this summer and is expected tobe completed in September.

Not intended to be a destination point, but rather a locationthat people will come across when they explore the MPNP,the water viewing area has been designed to minimize itsimpact on the open space lands of the MPNP. The waterviewing area will incorporate the use of natural materials,including rocks and/or wood to the design. The use of rockswill form the seating areas, and a large felled tree will helpidentify the boundary of the area. The walkway to the waterviewing area will incorporate dirt surfaces similar to the othertrails in the MPNP. Trees and shrubs that are native to thearea will be installed including Lanceleaf Cottonwood,Dogwood Bailey, Western Sandcherry, Treeleaf Sumac,Woods Rose, and Common Snowberry.

The water viewing area is one of three components of PhaseOne of the MPNP Management Plan. Construction of thewater viewing area is anticipated this spring. The trailconstruction and vegetative restoration portion of Phase Onehas been completed and the installation of informational andeducational markers is in the planning process.

The total cost for the design and construction of the waterviewing area is $70,600. The total cost for all of Phase One is$223,375. The Village received an Arapahoe County OpenSpace grant of $178,700 in addition to the Village’s required25 percent match of $44,675 to fund all three projects ofPhase One of the MPNP Management Plan.

For more information, please call Eric Ensey, Parks, Trails,and Open Space Analyst, at 303-486-5743 or [email protected]. GGVV

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The water viewing area will incorporate the use of natural materials. The proposed natural path to the water viewing area.

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MAKING A differenceARAPAHOE ROAD AND I-25INTERCHANGE PROJECT THE INTERCHANGE AND ITS IMPACTTO THE REGIONAL ECONOMY The Arapahoe Road/I-25 Interchange (the interchange) liesin the midst of the southeast I-25 Corridor, which produces25 percent of the state’s domestic product. Arapahoe Road isa critical east-west roadway link and an importanttransportation corridor. This Arapahoe Road and I-25Interchange is a critical access point for people to reach theirplaces of destination and employment, commuters to accessthe new light rail system, merchandise to reach majorshopping areas, and is a primary travel route to CentennialAirport. Despite its significance to the State and regionaltransportation network and economic health, the ArapahoeRoad/I-25 Interchange has not undergone majorimprovements since the 1980s.

WHAT’S THE PROBLEM? TRAFFIC CHALLENGES AND CONCERNSThe interchange impacts traffic congestion on ArapahoeRoad. The existing design and capacity of the interchange nolonger accommodates traffic demands. The I-25/ArapahoeRoad area experiences a relatively high rate of accidents,particularly on Arapahoe Road both east and west of I-25.Emergency service providers have noted difficulty respondingto incidents in the narrow, barrier separated segment ofArapahoe Road between the I-25 off-ramp intersections.

Traffic volumes have increased substantially over the past 30years due to commercial, residential and retail development.The interchange experiences heavy traffic throughout the day,with high traffic volumes in the morning, noon and eveningpeak periods. Traffic volumes are projected to increase byover 30 percent through 2035. The serious congestion thatexists at the Arapahoe Road/I-25 Interchange today causeshours of lost employee productivity and increased accidents.

AN INTERIM FIX COMPLETED As a result of the Village’s initial involvement along with theCity of Centennial, Arapahoe County, and ColoradoDepartment of Transportation (CDOT), safety andoperational improvements to the Arapahoe Road and I-25Interchange were completed between Yosemite Street andBoston/Clinton Street in 2010. In an effort to accommodatethe growing traffic volumes and address safety concerns alongArapahoe Road and I-25, the project added an additionaleast/west through lane in each direction by reconfiguring theexisting I-25 on and off ramp intersections. This changeresults in the new through lanes being separated from theexisting through lanes by the bridge pillars.

In addition, the project added a dedicated westbound rightturn lane on Arapahoe Road to northbound Yosemite Street;modified the center median to improve the left-turnmovement from southbound I-25 to eastbound ArapahoeRoad; added a right turn acceleration lane from southboundI-25 to westbound Arapahoe Road; and improved sightdistance for pedestrians at various locations within theproject limits on Arapahoe Road. Contingency funds from the T-REX Project were utilized toconstruct the interim improvements.

Interim improvements at Arapahoe Road and I-25 werecompleted in 2010.

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The existing design of the interchange can no longeraccommodate current traffic demands.

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WORK CONTINUES TO SECURE FUNDING Greenwood Village, along with representatives of ArapahoeCounty, the City of Centennial, and various stakeholders inthe community continue to visit with members of Congressrequesting their assistance to support federal funding forlong-term improvements to the interchange at I-25 andArapahoe Road.

Due to funding limitations, the Arapahoe Road/I-25Interchange was one of only a few interchanges that were notsignificantly improved as part of the T-REX project.

While funding is currently unavailable for this vital project,the Village will continue to encourage our congressionalrepresentatives and to work with other stakeholders to receivethe necessary federal funding for reconstruction of thisinterchange.

NEXT STEP: ENVIRONMENTALASSESSMENT UNDER WAY Currently, a National Environmental Policy ActEnvironmental Assessment (EA) study is under way toidentify a preferred alternative that would then be eligible forfunding and future construction. A draft copy of the EAdocument will be available for review and comment thissummer. Once the EA process is completed and approved,final design of the preferred alternative for improvements atthe interchange is expected to begin in 2012. Funding for thefinal design of the interchange has been identified throughthe Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG)Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP

identifies eligible federally-funded transportation projects tobe implemented in the Denver region from 2012-2017.

UPDATES ON THE PROJECT For information about the Arapahoe Road/I-25 InterchangeEnvironmental Assessment, visitwww.I25ArapahoeRoadEA.com or contact Tom Reiff,Transportation Planner II, at 303-486-5748 [email protected]. GGVV

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QUICK LINKS Use the Quick Links on thehome page and throughoutthe site to help you accessinformation faster on theVillage Web site. TheseQuick Links direct you toinformation that is the mostsought after by Web visitors.For more information, pleasecall the City Manager’s Officeat 303-486-5745.

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* Online Recreation Registration * Citizen Alert Notification Sign Up * Snow & Ice Control Information * Residential Trash Information * 2012 Recycling Calendar * Village Forms * Municipal Code * Inside Public Works-Video * A Tribute to Councilmembers Kerber and Kleeman * 2011 Election Results

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HOME BURGLARIES Being the victim of a home burglary can be a veryfrightening experience. In the United States, a home burglarytakes place every 15 seconds. Most burglaries occur duringthe daytime, when no one is at home. Burglars look foropportunities thatare quick andeasy. Burglars willbreak in to homesthrough doors,windows or bysimply enteringthrough anunlocked door,window or thegarage. Sometimesthe burglars will go door to door looking for unoccupiedhomes. The burglars can pose as utility workers, deliverypeople or may pose as a person in distress. Sometimes ahome burglary will occur as a home invasion, which is aforced entry when occupants are inside the home.

HOW THE BURGLAR GETS IN YOUR HOME • Once a house has been targeted, burglars can use many

methods to gain access to your home. Some burglars goright up and ring the front doorbell, pretending to sellsomething door to door or have a story they are lookingfor a different house. Some burglars will pose as deliverypeople, or an innocent person lost, or having car troubleor in need of other kinds of assistance. If there is noanswer, burglars frequently head to the back of the house,seeking a way in without attracting too much attention.They will first look for unlocked doors or windows. Ifthey are unable to gain access through an unlocked dooror window, they will break a window on a door, or kick inthe door. Most burglars do not bother picking locks.

• The burglar is usually in and out within eight minutes orless. They go straight for the master bedroom, looking forjewelry, money, drugs, guns and laptop computers, andother items that can be carried away in a backpack orpillow case.

• Some burglars will rent a moving truck so they have theability to remove almost everything in your home.Oftentimes, burglars will park in your driveway so oncethey have gained access to your home, they can pull theircar into your garage.

A BURGLAR COMES TO YOUR DOOR • If an unidentified person comes to your door, take

precautions before you open your door. Never open thedoor to someone you do not know.

• Always look through your peephole. If the person isstanding so close to your peephole you cannot see them,tell them to back up so you can see them better.

• Burglars pose as utility workers, delivery people or maypose as a person in distress. Many times the burglar willhave on a uniform, but do not be fooled, uniforms can

WHAT WOULD YOU DO? It may seem like it can only happen in movies or narrated in your favorite non-fiction book, but what if you find yourself or your family in alife-threatening situation and you have a leading role. What would you do? Would you know how to react? Sometimes what may seem as aneasy decision will be one of the most difficult to make and any wrong move could cost you.

The Greenwood Village Police Department wants citizens to be prepared with critical information to know if you ever find yourself in a tryingsituation that puts you in the wrong place at the wrong time. Knowing proper procedures to follow will be vital to surviving any dangeroussituation or confrontation.


ENSURING A SAFE community

The Greenwood Village Police Department works to protectresidents and businesses from crime, but to effectively sustain acrime-free environment requires an active, engaged, and awarecommunity. Remember — the most important single act you can

do is to be aware of your surroundings at all times and call thePolice to report crimes or suspicious activities! By going withyour instincts, your actions could help deter a crime in progress orsave the life of a neighbor.

easily be obtained. Most utilitycompanies will not send arepresentative to your homewithout a phone call orappointment. Have them slide theirID under your door, or if that isnot possible tell them to hold uptheir ID so you can see it throughthe peephole and get the companyname. If the company cannot verifythey sent a person to your home,call 9-1-1 and tell the person youare calling the police.

• A burglar can look like a perfectlyinnocent man, woman or even achild. The person often will saytheir car has broken down or theyneed to use the restroom or someother excuse as to why they need tocome in your home. If you arehome alone, before you answer thedoor, loudly say, “I’ll see who it is”to give the impression you are nothome alone.

YOU CATCH A BURGLARIN THE ACT OR YOU ARE THE VICTIM OF A HOME INVASION • Home burglary may occur as a

home invasion which is a forcedentry when occupants are inside thehome. The home invader is fullyprepared to confront the resident.

There is no one correct solutionhow to handle a forced entry orhome invasion situation. Mostoften, the crime committed insideis theft. However, assaults, seriousinjury or even death can occur. Youand your family are less likely to beharmed if you comply with theintruders.

• Most home burglaries occur duringthe day when the house is morelikely to be unoccupied. If you doencounter a burglar in your home,it is likely that he will stop what heis doing and flee the scene. Do nottry to stop the intruder. Nothing ismore valuable than your life or thelife of your family. Possessions andcash can be replaced. The bestthing to do is call the Police oncethe intruder is gone.

TOP WAYS TO DETER A HOME BURGLARY 1. Doors and locks. The front or

back door is the most commonpoint of entry. Make sure you havestrong doors and door frames, anduse a deadbolt to back up theprimary lock. Sliding glass doorsare an easy target to lift out or tobreak through the glass. Burglarscan break in to your homethrough locked and unlocked

doors and windows. Lock all doorsand windows before you leave thehouse or go to bed.

2. Windows. Your window locks maynot be strong enough, so upgradethem — and use them! Unlockedwindows are a frequent point ofentry. And remember yourbasement windows.

3. Garage doors. Keep your garageclosed and locked, including thedoor leading from the garage toyour home and any side doors atall times. The door from thegarage into the house also deservesa deadbolt. Whether you parkyour cars inside the garage or inthe driveway, secure garage dooropeners and lock your cars at alltimes.

4. Keys and key chains. Chances areyour hidden key is not too hard tofind. Do not hide keys outsideyour home. Most burglars knowwhere to look. Do not put anaddress on your keys. A keychainwithout an address is useless to aburglar.

5. Light it up. Exterior lights(especially the ones that are activatedby motion) are a great deterrent tointruders. Use lights on timers inyour home, especially when away.Make your home look occupied.

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Exterior lights can be a great deterrent to intruders.

Always keep your garage closed and locked at all times,including the door leading from the garage to your homeand any side doors.

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continued from page 136. Get to know your neighbors. Let your neighbors know

when you will be out of town so they can watch yourhouse for any activity while you are away.

7. Lawn and papers. Nothing is more inviting to a bad guythan the “We’re away!” message. Don’t allow dailydeliveries of mail, newspapers or flyers build up while youare away. Arrange with the Post Office to hold your mail,or for a friend or neighbor to pick them up regularly.Arrange for your lawn to be mowed and your snow to beshoveled if you are going away for an extended time. Andremember to think twice about posting your whereaboutson a social media site.

8. Get a dog. Dogs are great deterrents to burglars. Mostmake noise, which burglars hate, and some are even scary.Just like your alarm system’s siren, noise is good. It’s nothard to design an alarm system around your pets — andmake sure to add fire monitoring, for their protection.Some people even post a “Beware of Dog” sign.

9. Think like a burglar. This means looking objectively atyour home and trying to find a way in. Ladder leftoutside? Put it away. Shrubs to hide behind or trees toclimb giving access to upstairs? Trim trees and shrubsaround your home so they cannot be used as hidingspots. Dog doors? Make sure it is locked and not an easyentry for an intruder.

10. Alarm systems. Install a home security system and alwaysset the alarm when you are away, and even when you areat home and at night when you are sleeping. Make itclear you are protected and put alarm company signs inconspicuous places.

11. Keep a detailed inventory of your valuablepossessions. Make a description of the items, date ofpurchase and original value, and serial numbers, and keepa copy in a safe place away from home. Digital picturesare even better! If you have a safe for valuables, considerhiding it in your basement or obscure location and bolt itdown. Keep firearms in a safe or locked in a manner sothey are not easily removed. Good places to hide thingsare the attic and basement. Places where burglars willlook first include dresser or lingerie drawers, nightstands,under the mattress, medicine cabinets, and anywhere inthe master bedroom, living or dining rooms.

For more information, please call the Greenwood VillagePolice Department at 303-773-2525. GGVV

SIGN UP FOR VACATION WATCH

Going away and want a police officer to check on your home?Residents can all the Police Department and request a VacationHouse Watch. The Vacation House Watch program designatesofficers to check your home and patrol your street morefrequently while you are away. Each time an officer conducts awatch, the date and time is logged, and if there are anyconcerns, the Police Officer will notify you or a designatedcaretaker. To request a Vacation House Watch, call theGreenwood Village Police Department at 303-773-2525 or visitwww.greenwoodvillage.com.


2012 ANNUAL ‘IF I WERE MAYOR...’ ESSAY CONTEST

The Colorado Municipal League and COLO TRUST invite all seventh and eighth gradestudents to participate in a statewide essay contest.

Essay Contest Topic: During a recent council meeting a resident raises her hand andasks why citizens should care about local government. She doesn’t think city/townservices have any impact on the quality of her life or the lives of her two youngchildren. If you were mayor, how would you respond?

Winners will receive a certificate of achievement, $500 to establish a scholarshipaccount with CollegeInvest, and the opportunity to attend the 89th CML AnnualConference June 19-22, 2012, in Breckenridge. Entries are due to the CML office byApril 3, 2012.

For more information go to www.cml.org, call Lisa White at 303-831-6411 or send an e-mail to [email protected]

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BELLEVIEW AVENUE SPEED RADARSIGN INSTALLED TO IMPROVE SAFETY

In response to citizen concerns regarding traffic speeds along BelleviewAvenue, a speed radar sign was installed in January for the eastbound directionto reduce speeds and increase driver awareness. The Belleview Avenue speedradar sign was funded by the City Council through the 2011 CapitalImprovement Program (CIP).

Speed radar signs are effective in helping to reduce the speeds of vehicleswithin Greenwood Village and have proven to keep driver speeds within fivemiles per hour of the speed limit. A speed radar sign displays the speed ofoncoming vehicles using highly visible LEDs to make motorists aware whenthey are driving at unsafe speeds. There are currently 11 speed radar signsinstalled on various roadways in Greenwood Village including school zones.

For more information, please call Jeremy Hanak, Public Works Manager, at 303-708-6175.


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TAKEnoteGOT DRUGS? NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAYSATURDAY, APRIL 28, 201210 A.M.-2 P.M. AT CITY HALLOn April 28, 2012, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) willcoordinate a collaborative effort with the Greenwood Village PoliceDepartment and other local law enforcement agencies to remove potentiallydangerous controlled substances from every household’s medicine cabinets.Collection activities will take place from 10 a.m. through 2 p.m. atGreenwood Village City Hall parking lot, 6060 South Quebec Street. PoliceOfficers will be available in the parking lot at City Hall so citizens can simplydrive up and drop off their unused prescription drugs.

The NationalTake-Back Dayprovides anopportunityfor the publicto surrenderexpired,unwanted, orunusedpharmaceuticalcontrolledsubstances andothermedicationsfor destruction.These drugsare a potential source of supply for illegal use and an unacceptable risk topublic health and safety.

Here are some guidelines for this one-day effort intended to bring nationalfocus to the issue of increasing pharmaceutical controlled substance abuse. • The program is anonymous. • Controlled, non-controlled, and over-the-counter substances may be

dropped off. • All solid dosage pharmaceutical product and liquids in consumer containers,

with the exception of chemotherapy drugs, may be accepted. • Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in their original

container. • Prescription and over-the-counter solid dosage medications, e.g. tablets and

capsules will be accepted. • Intravenous solutions, injectibles, and syringes/needles will not be accepted

due to potential hazard posed by blood-borne pathogens. • Illicit substances such as marijuana or methamphetamine are not a part of

this initiative.

For more information, please call the Police Department at 303-773-2525. GGVV

RECYCLING ISEVERYONE’SRESPONSIBILITY!

BUSINESS OWNERS,MANAGEMENT COMPANIESAND MULTI-FAMILYCOMPLEXES ENCOURAGED Recycling is important in diverting targetedmaterials from our landfills and theconsumption of raw materials. Businessowners, management companies ofcommercial properties, and multi-familycomplexes are encouraged to providerecycling opportunities for their tenants.When providing recycling service, pleasecheck with your development plan,architectural controls, covenants, and theVillage Code to assure that recyclingcontainers are properly placed andscreened. Please call the CommunityDevelopment Department at 303-486-5783to find out what regulations may apply foryour site.

If you are looking for a recycling serviceprovider, we suggest that you start with thecompany that provides your trash service.Other options can include visiting a coupleWeb sites to find out other companies thatprovide recycling service to include:www.colorado-recycles.org orwww.coloradocurbside.com.

Single-family households in the Village areprovided every-other-week recycling servicethrough Republic Services. Questionsregarding single family service should bedirected to Public Works at 303-708-6100or visit www.greenwoodvillage.com.

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Since 1991, the Greenwood VillageChamber of Commerce has served theSoutheast Business Corridor throughinformation, education, networking andadvocacy.

The Greenwood Village Chamber is avaluable resource in growing yourbusiness. We support and promote ourmember businesses and provideopportunities for growth. When youtake advantage of the programs, youcan:

• Learn from the expertise ofprominent business professionals

• Use an extensive network to promoteand grow your business

• Share your knowledge to help others• Join forces with local leaders to

promote the Southeast Corridor• Give back to the community through

special programs and events• Find new and innovative ways to

promote your business

Visit our Web site at:ww.GVChamber.com

E-mail us: [email protected] Landmark Way, Suite 1615Greenwood Village, CO 80111Phone: 303-290-9922Fax: 303-962-4640

OUR COMMUNITYLEADERS AT WORKSTEVE WHITE,PRESIDENT COMCAST WEST

Beginning in 2012the GreenwoodVillage Chamberof CommerceBoard of Directorscombined theYoungProfessionals“Lunch and Learn”series with theChamber’s regular

monthly luncheons, to create the new“Town Hall Luncheons” program.Well-known leaders from around ourcommunity and state come to sharetheir personal life and leadershipexperiences with members and guestsin a unique setting in the privatedining area of Del Frisco’s. The firstluncheon of this series was heldFebruary 14, and featured SteveWhite, President, Comcast WesternDivision. It was an enlightening andinspirational experience for all inattendance. Mr. White discussed hisexperiences and the biggest learningmoments of his career along with his“6 Cs of Leadership” and what it islike to run an organization withnearly 30,000 employees. Whetheryou worked for a large corporation,government, or small business, therewas something to benefit everyone.Make plans now to join us in Marchat Del Frisco’s when our distinguishedguest will be David Campisi, formerCEO, The Sports Authority. Go towww.gvchamber.com, and click onevents, to register. Seating is limited.

THE GREENWOODVILLAGE CHAMBER GOES GREEN!Kick off and celebrate the beginningof Saint Patrick’s Day weekendThursday, March 15 from 4-9 p.m.at Slattery’s in the Landmark VillageShops. Join the Greenwood VillageChamber, Colorado Business Women,and the GreenwoodVillage YoungProfessionals, for anevening of livemusic, Irish dancers,Irish bagpipers,food, beverages andmuch more. Wearyour green and grab some luck of theIrish with our Honorary St. Patrick’sDay Mayor of the Landmark Village,John McMullen as he spreads hischeer and hands out prizes!

Register today at:http://greenwoodvillagechamber.chambermaster.com/events/

If you are already a Chamber member,please take the time to visit our Website at gvchamber.com, or call us at303-290-9922, to find out moreabout how these events and newprograms, or volunteering, can benefityou and your business. Or, if you arenot currently a member, considerjoining this energetic and wonderfulgroup of people. The Chamber offersboth personal and corporatememberships.

Sponsorships are available for allChamber events, including majorevents for 2012:• June 9 — Summerfest at the

Landmark Classic Car Show andFamily Event

• June 16 — The 17th AnnualGooseChase

• August 16 — The GreenwoodVillage Chamber Golf Tournamentat Inverness

• September 6 — The 12th AnnualTaste of Greenwood Village

Please contact [email protected] or303-475-6300, to discuss sponsoring aChamber event for your business. GGVV

GV CHAMBERupdate

Steve White

John McMullen

Imagine spending a day in the expansive short grassprairie-land of Northeastern Colorado, near the towns ofSterling and Stoneham. After a spectacular sunrise yougaze at the spacious serene blue sky as clouds waft aboveTwo Mile Creek meandering through the curved andhilly acreage of Two Mile Ranch. Cows and calves frolicand graze within the wide open terrain, gaining fullaccess to the creek, spending each day grazing freely onthe native grasslands. As the sun begins to wane along thehorizon, baby cows emerge from creekside and bed downunder the stars to signal the end of another glorious day.

Rolling back the clock over five decades to 1955, revealsthe beginning of the highly successful Pauling familyowned cattle ranch. Over time, their successful breedingprogram excelled to rank in the top 1 percent nationally.According to sole Two Mile Ranch owner and operatorJonathan Pauling, the high quality of the Two MileRanch beef had previously only been distributed, shippedand exported to high end restaurants. At present theprime and choice cut beef is prepared locally right here inthe Village at their newly opened market in the CherryHills Marketplace shopping center. Their “farm tomarket” store offers not only outstanding beef, but awonderful selection of locally produced grocery andproduce items that support Colorado agriculture and thelocal business economy.

As you enter Two Mile Ranch Market, you willexperience the same wide open accessibility and beauty ofthe native grasslands. Panoramic photo wall murals of thecalves and cows and the natural skylight brighten thewide open shopping area. “Our spectacularly arrangedproduce section, one of the very best meat departmentsin town, a wonderful deli with sandwiches made to order,and an extensive natural grocery selection await ourcustomers each and every day,” said Jonathan. Inaddition, a huge bulk aisle, an organic dairy departmentand a beautiful, locally-supplied floral section areconveniently displayed.

Jonathan and his staff consider Two Mile Ranch Marketto have a warm, inviting, and comfortable neighborhoodfeel. “We don’t follow the cookie-cutter approach to meetthe needs of this vibrant community with ourcompetitively priced products,” said Jonathan. “TheVillage community has a long history of loyal customerswho appreciate the best in great tasting organic, natural,and local foods.” The successful breeding program,humane treatment of cows, and environmentalstewardship is what differentiates the ranch and the

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TWO MILE RANCH MARKET

BUSINESSspot light

5910 South University Boulevard303-798-4088 • www.twomileranchmarket.com • 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Daily


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NEW GVbusinessesACCOUNTINGCliftonLarsonAllen, LLP8390 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 600303-779-5710

Hughes, Wedgwood & Company, LLC5600 South Quebec Street, Suite 156B303-318-0115

BIRTHDAY PARTIESChildren’s Charming Celebrations8000 East Prentice Avenue, Suite C-4303-770-0301

COMPUTER SOFTWARE Aegis Identity Software,Incorporated5555 DTC Parkway, Suite D-3001303-222-1060

CONSULTING SERVICESInsureU, Limited4950 South Yosemite Street, Suite 339303-722-7533

ZhongLian Group Hi-Tech USA, LLC7951 East Maplewood Avenue303-714-9910

CORPORATE HEADQUARTERSHoerbiger Service America5613 DTC Parkway, Suite 1050720-533-9801

ViaWest, Incorporated6400 Fiddlers Green Circle, Suite 2000720-891-1000

ENGINEERING SERVICESEnercon Services, Incorporated8400 East Prentice Avenue,Penthouse303-564-0509

Jirsa Hedrick & Associates,Incorporated7000 East Belleview Avenue, Suite 250303-839-1963

EQUIPMENT SERVICE AND SALESHeartland Tank Services,Incorporated6635 South Dayton Street303-773-3230

Dick Brooks & Associates6635 South Dayton Street303-773-3230

FINANCIAL SERVICESConsistent Values, Incorporated5655 South Yosemite Street, Suite 450303-804-0101

Equity Lock Solutions, LLC8400 East Prentice Avenue, Suite 660303-763-1857

Tax Only, Limited4950 South Yosemite Street, Suite 339303-722-7533

INSURANCEXavier, Incorporated8400 East Prentice Avenue, Suite 1002303-337-7707

LEGAL SERVICESAlice K. Mansfield, LLC5105 DTC Parkway, Suite 150303-713-0768

The McIntosh Legal Group5299 DTC Boulevard, Suite 1150303-270-0142

MORTGAGEMegaStar Financial Corporation5995 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard,Suite 160720-214-7670

PRESCHOOLColorado Oral-Deaf Preschool8081 East Orchard Road, Suite 280303-953-7344

PROPERTY MANAGEMENTCOMPANYCassidy Turley6380 Fiddlers Green Circle, Suite 900303-224-3328

REAL ESTATELowe Enterprises Real EstateGroup, Incorporated6312 Fiddlers Green Circle, Suite 250E303-850-2300

Lowe Residential Corporation6312 Fiddlers Green Circle, Suite 125E303-850-2300

SKIN CAREBijin Studio6001 South Willow Drive, Suite 23303-912-4293

STAFFINGHR Resourcing, LLC5670 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard,Suite 200720-259-8301

Peer Source Partners, LLC5670 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard,Suite 200720-259-8301

UNDER NEW OWNERSHIPINTERNATIONAL CUISINEGarbanzo Mediterranean Grill8547 East Arapahoe Road, Suite D303-694-7777

DELIQuiznos Orchard Plaza8775 East Orchard Road, Suite 801720-489-0487

continued from page 18market. And one bite of the Two Mile Market beef and you will immediately taste the difference. Their all naturalAngus beef is raised ethically and is produced without growthhormones and antibiotics.

A variety of one-to-one relationships with local vendorsensures that the products are fresh and of outstanding quality.From freshly baked French pastry and baked goods to sauces,jams, chocolates, and soda, you’ll find a number of locallyproduced wholesome and healthy products. Theknowledgeable Two Mile Ranch staff will always share arecipe that can enhance your dinner table. Two Mile RanchMarket is also an active participant in numerous local

fundraising efforts and plans to actively promote andparticipate in community centered Farmer’s Markets thiscoming spring and summer.

Ample parking and spacious patio seating are offered at themarket. During the month of March receive 20 percent offany beef purchase with mention of this article. The market islocated at 5910 South University at the intersection ofUniversity and Orchard. Two Mile Ranch Market hours are 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. For additional information, call 303-798-4088 or locate their Web site atwww.twomileranchmarket.com. At Two Mile Ranch Marketthe very best products are not only pledged, but delivered,where it’s all about the ranch! GGVV

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TAKEnoteATTENTIONBUSINESSES WITHLIQUOR LICENSES:LIQUOR COMPLIANCECHECKS STARTING SOON! In an effort to ensure the safety of thecommunity, the Police Departmentwill be conducting liquor compliancechecks over the next two months toidentify establishments which are notadhering to Colorado State and localcodes pertaining to the sale ofalcoholic beverages and serving tounderage persons (as a courtesy, thePolice Department randomly notifieseach liquor licensee, by letter, of anupcoming compliance check). Duringthe compliance check, minorspatronize the liquor establishments inan attempt to purchase alcohol. Somebusinesses pass the compliance check,while others fail.

The outcome of liquor violations isdetermined by the Village’s LiquorLicense Authority. Some possibleactions against a business with a liquorlicense could include: • A one-day to six-month suspension

during which the licensee mustpost two suspension signs onpremises advising customers theyare prohibited from selling alcoholduring the suspension period. Thiscould result in loss of significantsales to the business, and dependingon the day, time and season, theloss could cause the businessdistress;

• The licensee could be granted topay a fine in lieu of a suspensionperiod. This could be costly andresult in a financial hardship,especially to small businesses;

• The licensee may be ordered toattend or implement otherpreventative procedures andtraining such as TIPS (Training forIntervention Procedures) Alcohol

Training on their premises. TIPS isa dynamic, skills-based trainingprogram designed to preventintoxication, drunk driving andunderage drinking by enhancingthe fundamental “people skills” ofservers, sellers and consumers ofalcohol; and/or

• A permanent revocation of thelicense which is the mostdetrimental action.

• Servers will pay too. Employeeswho are cited for serving alcohol tominors or over serving intoxicatedpersons are issued at ticket toappear in Greenwood VillageMunicipal Court where they areimposed with a mandatory fine of$999. Most of the time, serverswho violate the Liquor Code losetheir jobs.

Greenwood Village views the holdingof a liquor license as a privilege becauseof the devastating impact one smalldecision could have on an entirecommunity. Businesses and servers

undertake a high level of responsibilityto ensure the safe and legal delivery ofalcohol to its patrons. Special care withthe distribution of alcohol must betaken by liquor licensees and theiremployees to safeguard the livelihoodof not only their patrons, but also thefuture success of their business. Licenseholders are responsible for educatingtheir employees on how to read IDs todetermine the purchaser’s age.

For more information on how toprevent a liquor violation, please callthe Police Department at 303-773-2525. On a routine basis, thePolice Department works with areabusinesses to educate and assistemployees regarding the service andsales of liquor. The Police Departmentalso helps employees identifyintoxicated individuals and recognizefalse identification documents (fakeIDs). Specific questions related to yourcurrent liquor license may be directedto the City Clerk’s Office at 303-486-5752. GGVV

Liquor license holders are responsible for educating their employees on how to read IDs todetermine the purchaser’s age.

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OF interestSTAY OFF THE ICEWARM TEMPERATURES MEANS THINNING ICE

Icy ponds and lakes areattractions that lead to life-threatening situations almostevery winter. If someone fallsthrough the ice, they cansuccumb to the cold in minutes,so calling 9-1-1 right away iscritical. South Metro’s DiveTeam coordinator Lt. DaveBecker explains, “We can havetrained rescuers, wearing propersafety gear, to most areas in amatter of minutes. Too manytimes a bystander tries to helpbefore calling us and they canend up becoming a victim, too.”

Each spring, as temperatures rise, the problem becomes more acute as icebecomes dangerously thin.

Here is some safety information to be aware of before there’s an icy emergency:

Remember: Reach, Throw, and only as a last resort, Go. Once someone hasbeen sent to call 9-1-1, bystanders are advised against going onto the ice toattempt a rescue. Rather, we encourage the “reach, throw, and go” approach. Tryfirst to “reach” a conscious victim not too far from shore by using a ladder, treebranch or other long item to extend help to the victim. For longer distances,“throw” a rope or hose or some object the victim may be able to grasp.Something that floats, that the victim can hold onto while help arrives, mayalso work: a cooler or life jacket, for example. These rescue options depend onthe victim’s condition and ability to grab and pull, so the faster response thebetter. Only if these options are unavailable or have failed, should you try to“go” to the victim. Remember though that icy water can incapacitate even fitindividuals in a matter or minutes, so you truly are taking your life in yourhands by attempting an ice rescue without the proper gear or training.

NEVER go near the edge of a hole in the ice to retrieve pets or objects. It isperfectly acceptable to call 9-1-1 for a pet rescue, but endangering your own lifewithout the proper safety gear is too great a risk. Often enough dogs are able toget themselves out of icy ponds. More than once firefighters have ended uprescuing a would-be rescuer after the dog is safely on dry land.

All South Metro Fire Rescue fire engines and trucks are equipped with a “drysuit” which will allow a trained rescuer, who is protected from the cold, to be inthe water in a matter of minutes. We frequently use these suits to rescueanimals, and people who have gone in after them, from icy ponds.

For more information, please call South Metro Fire Rescue Authority at 720-989-2000 or visit www.southmetro.org. GGVV

Information provided by South Metro Fire Rescue Authority

The South I-25 TransportationManagement Association (TMA) is proudto announce the beginning of another greatTravel Demand Management (TDM)program, the Million Mile Challenge. Thisprogram is designed to increase transitridership and multi-modal travel usagewithin the South I-25 Corridor. Through acollective effort of increased alternativetransit ridership such as carpooling, ridinglight rail or bus, bicycling, vanpooling andteleworking, we can reduce travel in singleoccupancy vehicles by ONE MILLIONMILES! This is a challenge to allemployees in our area to use alternatemodes of transit once more than theycurrently do. For example, if you currentlyride the light rail to work twice per month,we encourage you to ride it three times permonth.

In addition to great prizes and giveaways,to aid employees throughout the areaachieve this goal, the TMA will offer asubsidy to purchase RTD monthly passes.Participants enrolled in the Million MileChallenge will be eligible to purchasemonthly passes at a discount of 25percent off the full price of the Local,Express or Regional passes. Passes will beavailable for March 2012 and are limited to300 sales per month so don’t waste anytime signing up! For more information orto sign up for the Million Mile Challengevisit the Web site atwww.SOUTHEASTconnections.com or callthe South I-25 TMA at 303-531-8388.

South Metro Fire Rescue Authority personnelpracticed ice rescue techniques at a frozenpond on the Meridian Golf Club.

FISHING DERBY

APRIL 28, 2012 • 6:30-9 A.M.TOMMY DAVIS POND(9200 EAST ORCHARD ROAD)Grab your fishin’ pole and tackle and head on down toTommy Davis fishing hole. The pond is stocked with rainbow trout just for your catchin!Anyone over 16 years of age must obtain a license through the Department of Wildlife.

Residents can pick up a breakfast ticket at City Hall from April 2-April 28, 2012. Tickets limited to the first 200 fisherpersons. Resident ID required. For details call Cathy Pate, 303-486-5766.

A R T S A N D R E C R E A T I O N

RECREATIONevents Visit WWW.GREENWOODVILLAGE.COM

and click on Quick Linksfor online registration.


YOUTH SPRING BREAK SPORTS Day: Monday-Friday, March 26-30Time: 12 to 2 p.m.Location: Westlands Park

5701 South Quebec Street Grades: 1st through 5th Fee: $1 per day Limit: 40 participants

Not going away for Spring Break?Come out and play! Join us atWestlands Park for miscellaneous gamessuch as kick ball, flag football,dodgeball, ultimate Frisbee and variousother recess games. No equipment isnecessary. So grab a friend and come onover! Healthy snacks and drinks will beprovided.

A mandatory sign-in sheet must becompleted by parents for eachparticipant on each day, in case of an emergency. Call the weather line at303-486-5770 in case of inclementweather.

SKATE CAMP Day: Thursday, April 12, 19, 26Time: 4-5 p.m.

Location: Carson Skate Park6060 South Quebec Street

Ages: 7-10 years oldFee: $30Limit: 12 participants

Want to learn how to skateboard in theskate park? Join this camp and learn theskills and tricks you need to ride in thepark. Also learn skate park etiquetteand other tricks to take your skills tothe next level. This camp will be taughtby professional skate board instructor.Participants need to bring their ownskateboard, helmet, wrist guards andknee pads.

SPRING FLAG FOOTBALLDates: Tuesdays, April 3-24Time: 4-5 p.m.

Location: Village Greens Park9301 East Union Avenue

Grades: K through 4th gradeFee: $40

(includes participation prize)Limit: 40 participants

Experience the game of football in afun, relaxed environment with yourfriends. Participants will learn howto pass, catch, kick, and utilize gamestrategy. Participants will also play agame every week. Fun games will beused to introduce football skills. Joinus for healthy exercise and a newsport! No equipment is required.

Parents are welcome to stay andwatch.

For more information call the Arts and Recreation Division at 303-486-5773.

To register online go towww.greenwoodvillage.com and click on Quick Links.

YOUTHevents Visit WWW.GREENWOODVILLAGE.COM

and click on Quick Linksfor online registration.

REGISTER NOW FOR ALL YOUTH ART AND RECREATION PROGRAMS!For more information about youth art and recreation programs or to register call the Arts and Recreation Division at 303-486-5773.



SPRING INTO ART Spend Spring Break creating cartoons, mosaics and prints!Join us for one day or all three!

Monday, March 26 — CaricatureLearn the process of making a caricature drawing with theend result creating yourself as a cartoon character! Pleasebring a picture of yourself from which to draw.

Tuesday, March 27 — MosaicsDesign your own stepping stonegarden mosaic using beads,gems, glass and other objects.

Wednesday, March 28 — Block PrintsFind out how to make block

prints and then design your own and use it to create awork of art.

Time: 1 to 3 p.m.

Location: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121

Age: 6 to 12 years oldFee: $20/programLimit: 20 participants per program

If you are registering for both Youth Pottery and Spring Into Art please bring a sack lunch!

REGISTER NOW!For more information or to register call the Arts andRecreation Division at 303-486-5773.

To register online go toww.greenwoodvillage.com and click on Quick Links.

COOKIES N’ CRAFTAPRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERSIt is springtime and the flowersare beginning to bloom!Participants will create theirown batik blossom paintingsand make a springtime delight!

Day: Thursday, April 12Time: 4:15-5 p.m.

Location: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121(University and Orchard)

Age: 4 to 7 years old (parents welcome to stay and participate)Fee: $10Limit: 12 participants

REGISTER NOW!For more information or to register call the Arts and Recreation Division at 303-486-5773.

To register online go to ww.greenwoodvillage.com and click on Quick Links.

LANDSCAPE YOUTH PAINTING Day and Dates: Tuesday, April 3, 10, 17, 24Time: 4:15 to 5:30 p.m.

Location: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121

Age: 7 to 12 years oldFee: $50 (All supplies included)Limit: 20 participants

This spring your child will get to experience painting outsidejust like Monet and the other great Impressionists! Using acrylicon canvas, each week the class will create a new landscapepainting inspired by the Curtis Arts Center, Curtis Park and theHighline Canal.

REGISTER NOW!For more information or to register call the Arts and RecreationDivision at 303-486-5773.

To register online go to ww.greenwoodvillage.com and click on Quick Links.

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OPERA COLORADOPERFORMANCESIN MARCH AND MAYThere are two FREE opportunities tohear the “Arias & Ensembles” of OperaColorado. Join us at City Hall on March23, 6:30 p.m. and again on Thursday,May 24, 6 p.m. at the Curtis Arts &Humanities Center.

CURTIS ARTS & HUMANITIES CENTER • 2349 EAST ORCHARD ROAD, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80121 • 303-797-1779

QUANG HOWORKSHOPMETEXPECTATIONSTwenty-one students met withMaster Artist Quang Ho toglean artful knowledge fromhim. To quote one student.“My expectations were tofurther my oil paintingknowledge and understandingof advanced techniques andtheories and they were met:excellent, inspirational,educational.” GGVV Quang with Deborah Carlson

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