The Arvada Report

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Gold Line: Ready. Set. Build!
TD, their contractor, Denver
Transit Partners and the City of
Arvada are moving ahead with
the design of the Gold Line. The Gold
Line is one of nine commuter transit lines
that will eventually serve the Denver
Metro Area. These lines are a part of
RTD’s FasTracks program which was
approved by voters in 2004.
The Gold Line is combined as one
package with the East Corridor which
will provide service to DIA from Denver
Union Station. These two corridors,
referred to as the Eagle P3 project, are
slated to receive approximately one billion dollars from the Federal Transit
Administration. These funds, in combination with FasTracks revenues, local
government and contractor contributions
will provide the financial backing needed
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to build the two corridors.
The Gold Line will be built in the
Burlington Northern (BNRR) corridor,
parallel to the existing rail line many
refer to as the “Beer Line.” When it is
complete Arvada residents will be able to
ride the Gold Line to Denver Union station from one of three stops in Arvada.
In addition to the benefit of convenient transit, the Gold Line project will
construct quiet zones at all the Burlington
Northern crossings of Arvada streets. As
quiet zones, these crossings will be
designed and built to eliminate the
requirement the train sound its horn when
it crosses the road. This will substantially reduce noise in the neighborhoods
along the BNRR corridor.
The Gold Line is expected to open to
passenger service by July 31, 2016.
2011 Citizen Survey
Don’t miss the 86th Annual Arvada Harvest Festival!
September 9, 10, and 11
For schedules and other information, visit www.ArvadaHarvestFestivalParade.com
Approximately 2,000 lucky households
will receive the 2011 Arvada Citizen
Survey in August. If you are one of the
fortunate recipients, please take time to
fill it out and return it. This biennial survey is one of the most important tools
the City Council has in setting priorities
for the future of our community.
Results of the 2011 Citizen Survey will
be available on the City’s website at the
end of the year.
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August/September 2011
New Sign Code Adopted
fter a year of comprehensive
research and study, a new sign
code was adopted by the Arvada
City Council, on June 6, 2011. The previous code had been in effect since 1976.
In the meantime, new signage techniques
had been established by the sign industry
not addressed in the old code. A summary of the new code includes the following:
• A chart with alphabetical listings of
land uses and their permitted signage.
• An increase in wall signage to one (1)
square foot of sign for every one (1)
foot of building frontage, with no limit
for the maximum.
• An increase in the number of wall
signs for buildings 50,000 square feet
or over in size to one (1) sign for
every 100 foot of building frontage. A
building with 400 foot of frontage
could have four (4) signs.
• All freestanding buildings in a shopping center located 100 feet or less
from the public right-of-way may
have a freestanding monument sign
that is thirty-two (32) square feet in
size, setback ten (10) feet from the
property and no more than six (6) feet
in height.
• Other signs included in the code are:
murals with wall signs, digital electronic message signs, window signs,
and projecting signs with wall signs.
• The Code includes an Alternative Sign
program for business owners that
desire signage that does not conform
to the new sign code, yet is creative in
design. These sign programs must be
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Mayor
Bob Frie
303-420-1234 (w)
[email protected]
Councilmember
At-Large
Don Allard
303-420-6559(h)
DAllard@
arvada.org
Councilmember
District Three
Shelley Cook
720-935-9224 (c)
[email protected]
cooksj@
attglobal.net
cant must receive written consent of
the of the owner of, or management
company for the center. Signs proposed to be placed in front of another
business in a center, must obtain written consent from the business or property owner.
For more detailed information please
consult the Sign Code Section of the Land
Development Code (Article 6, Section
6.17). Please check City’s web site for a
link to the new Sign Code. For any questions please call the Community
Development Department at 720-8987435.
Festival at the
Dog Park Ready
to be Unleashed
17975 W. 64th Parkway
September 25, 2011
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Sponsored by the Friends of the
West Arvada Dog Park
• First Annual “Unleashed Fun”
Dog Walk (starts at 8:00 a.m.).
• Visit with local businesses and
rescue groups.
• Find new products and discover
Colorado’s best animal services.
• Doggy beauty contest.
• Free demonstrations and games.
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
District Two
At-Large
District One
Mark McGoff
Marc Williams
Rachel Zenzinger
303-423-5258 (h)
303-940-7593(h)
303-748-0770 (c)
720-898-7000
303-424-4486(w)
RZenzinger@
ext. 2196 (w)
MWilliams@
arvada.org
MMcGoff@
arvada.org
arvada.org
The Arvada Report is a newsletter published by the Arvada City Manager’s Office, 720-898-7500, City of Arvada, 8101 Ralston Road,
Arvada, Colorado 80002. It is distributed to all residences and businesses in the City. The City of Arvada holds the ownership rights and copyrights
in the design and articles contained in The Arvada Report. Articles may only be reproduced with the express permission of the City of Arvada.
Graphic Design: Steve Milke. Photography and other graphic assistance: Arvada Media Services.
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Mayor Pro Tem
Councilmember
District Four
Bob Dyer
303-456-4646 (h)
303-423-8080 (w)
[email protected]
approved at a public hearing by the
Planning Commission.
NEW TO THE CODE – A-FRAMES
ON THE PUBLIC SIDEWALK.
• A business that place an A-frame on
the public sidewalk must obtain a permit from the City of Arvada, included
with that permit shall be evidence that
the applicant has secured insurance
that names the City as an additional
insured. These signs are only available to businesses built up to the rightof-way or property line, such as in
Olde Town Arvada.
A-FRAMES AND FLUTTER FLAGS.
In addition, for a two (2) year period
the City Council suspended the provision
in the Sign Code prohibiting A-Frames
and Flutter Flags adjacent to the street. A
separate ordinance was adopted that
allows these signs as follows:
• These signs must be on private property and shall not be located on the
City’s right-of-way. (This includes
sidewalks and the area between the
curb and sidewalk.)
• The signs may be installed for a maximum of ten (10) days.
• The applicant may be granted up to,
but no more than six (6) permits in a
calendar year. These signs must be at
least fifty (50) feet apart and no closer
than fifty (50) feet to an existing permanent sign.
• Sign permits are required. The applicant must provide information on the
location of the A-Frame or flutter flag.
If the sign is to be located on shopping center owned property, the appli-
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From the City Manager
Dear Fellow Arvadans:
Arvada is much, much more than just a place to live and work. It’s been home to my family for 25 years. It’s a place I’ve seen
grow from a quaint town to a sophisticated, complex and diverse community of 108,000 folks. For those of you who may not be
aware, my current 14-year tenure is the second assignment as city manager for Arvada during my career. Hired first in Arvada in
1972 as an administrative assistant, I was city manager for Arvada from 1976 until 1983, and then returned in 1997 after serving as
assistant city manager and city manager in Oakland, California. (Not a Raiders fan; definitely a fervent fan and supporter of the
Broncos, Avs, Rockies and Nuggets!)
It has been my honor and privilege to serve as the city manager for the City of Arvada. We have many success stories of City
employees making a positive difference in the lives of our community members, as well as numerous projects and programs that
have dramatically improved the quality of life for those who live, work and play in the city. While I’m proud that our list of accomplishments is comprehensive, there are several projects and programs that shine as examples of the elements which make Arvada
extraordinary.
Fiscally Sound Budgets
The City of Arvada is committed to being a responsible steward of our citizens’ tax and utility dollars. It is the City’s pledge to
demonstrate this philosophy through balanced budgets and cost savings wherever possible. In a time when many cities struggle
financially, our conservative approach has enabled the city to weather many financial storms, ending each year with surpluses which,
in turn, have been allocated either to capital improvements or the City’s “rainy day” fund. And the City’s credit rating has improved
from AA to AAA, one of only four triple-A credit rated entities in the State of Colorado.
Pride in Personal Service
This organization strives to provide government services, utilities and enterprises which are reliable, ethical, credible, equitable
and accessible in a timely manner. Like all municipalities, the employees of the City are in the business of human and community
service delivery. We know that we’re not perfect, but we do strive for effectiveness, efficiency and excellence. Over half of our
employees are homeowners in Arvada; they, and all of our employees, clearly understand that we need to make a difference by
adding value to the lives of our residents, business and property owners, and visitors every day.
Capital Improvements and Maintenance
While fiscal responsibility in budgeting is a priority, a balance to that is investing in the improvement and maintenance of the city
as a whole. Arvada is not an island; rather, it is part of a metropolitan region of 2.8 million in population who also, in small and large
ways, impact our community, its services and infrastructure. The public physical environment that the city and its taxpayers and rate
payers own has a replacement value in the multiple billions of dollars. Funding priorities are constantly reviewed to ensure dedicated
monies are working for the benefit of our residents, businesses and property owners. Projects such as building 64th Avenue to CSH93, Ralston Road to Sheridan, West 72nd Avenue Corridor, the water plant pre-treatment facility, storm water/flood control, parks,
trails, playgrounds, and open space have dramatically impacted the lives of our residents. Because it is critical that we also maintain
this infrastructure, we have implemented our “Taking Lasting Care” programs to monitor and act pre-emptively before our assets
deteriorate beyond repair.
Business Expansion and Diversification
Arvada has experienced substantial business growth in the past 20 years which has been the foundation for our successful community. Almost 5,000 additional non-retail jobs have been added to the community, and thousands more retained, through the participation and support of Arvada Economic Development Association (AEDA). You see visible signs of Arvada’s business success
everyday through the numerous retail stores (big and small) throughout the city as well as our manufacturing and energy companies
achieving much in a short period of time. And, the crown jewel of projects over time has been the transformation of the Olde Town
Arvada into a hub of business, dining and entertainment. With the future Gold Line project bringing commuter rail to our city
through the heart of Olde Town, this historic area will continue to grow and thrive.
Community Spirit
It is clear to me every day that Arvada residents are some of the most kind and generous, the finest people anywhere in the country and, as a community, you are awe-inspiring. Volunteer hours spent feeding the hungry, in civic organizations and their activities,
coaching and mentoring our youth through education, music and sports, in the activities of our local churches, donating money to
important causes and serving our seniors all combine to demonstrate the commitment of our neighbors helping their neighbors. In
fact, there are many city programs and non-profit services which would simply not happen without our volunteers from all over the
community. The spirit of this community is the fabric that sets Arvada apart from so many other cities and I marvel at the generosity
of time, talent and financial donations offered by citizens every day.
It is with great pride that I look at the city and all of the changes and improvements that have come to pass in the past few
decades. Having traveled across this fine nation and beyond and I can say with certainty that Arvada is a unique and inspiring place
to call home. Beyond the numerous awards bestowed upon our city, the breathtaking landscape, or even the buildings (both historic
and new), Arvada is a thriving community that has maintained its hometown feel.
Finally, it is more than just important to reserve a major “tip of the hat” for the councilmembers and mayors for whom I’ve
worked and who have served Arvada so thoughtfully, diligently and admirably over the years. It takes great personal courage to put
one’s name and reputation on the line in an election and, then, in elected office. Known simply as our neighbors before being elected, they are too often irresponsibly and thoughtlessly vilified as just “politicians” once seated. What
is it about that? Our councilmembers are our citizen representatives, responsible for Arvada’s strategic vision and direction, public policy, and directing the city manager and staff. Arvada is a great
place to live, work and recreate because we’ve been blessed with great elected officials.
As Arvada transitions to the next chapter in its city manager leadership, it is most important to
say thank you to councils, citizens, and employees alike for giving me the honor of serving as the
chief executive officer for this great community.
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Arvada Economic Development Association
and Arvada Chamber of Commerce Applaud
2010-2011 Leadership Arvada Class
n June, the second Leadership Arvada
graduating class was honored for successfully completing the program.
Participants included 23 Arvada-based
business and community leaders.
Facilitated in partnership with the Arvada
Economic Development Association
(AEDA) and Arvada Chamber of
Commerce, the program received positive
feedback from class members and community officials alike.
Launched in 2009 by AEDA and the
Chamber, Leadership Arvada is a ninemonth program in which participants learn
about the many components that make
Arvada a special community to live, work
and play. The program includes hands-on
experiences relative to the inner workings
of City government and gives class members a competitive edge while honing their
leadership skills. Class participants represented local business owners, City employees, nonprofit organizations and service
club members.
“Our class was made up of leaders in
our respective fields who have a vested
interest in what makes Arvada unique,” said
Ron Slinger, director of development for
Red Rocks Community College and class
participant. “We were privileged to have the
opportunity to learn about all the City has to
offer and experience hands-on what makes
Arvada a great environment in which to live
and do business.”
The class was also required to complete a group project that benefited the
Arvada community. This year’s class col-
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laborated with the Apex Park and
Recreation District Foundation to raise
money for a community project to enhance
the lives of Arvada’s senior citizens. The
class raised more than $12,000 to make
improvements to the Apex Community
Recreation Center, including:
• Installing assisted/personal hearing
devices in McCormick Hall
• Installing automated door openers for
the restrooms in McCormick Hall
• Updating the Center’s cardio and fitness room with a wall mural and new
sound system
• Installing a new bulletin board
designed for the visually-impaired
“The Apex Park and Recreation District
was honored to partner with this year’s
Leadership Arvada class to enhance the
Apex Community Recreation Center,” said
Nancy Wellnitz, manager for the Apex
Community Recreation Center. “On behalf
of everyone at Apex, we are very appreciative of the time and effort the class put into
this project. The improvements have already
made a big difference to the seniors who
utilize the Community Recreation Center.”
AEDA and the Chamber are now
accepting applications for the 2011-2012
Leadership Arvada class that begins in
September. Interested parties should contact the Chamber by calling 303-424-0313
or visit www.arvadachamber.org or
www.aeda.biz to download an application.
See page 19 for a related APEX story.
Grasscycling Saves
More Than Time
Lose the bag and leave the grass clippings on the lawn! Mulching grass clippings
rather than bagging them is the natural way
to a beautiful lawn. Called grasscycling,
more and more residents are choosing to
recycle the natural way and leave their grass
trimmings on their lawns. Doing so helps
enrich the soil beneath your lawn, because
clippings decay rapidly and return valuable
nutrients and water to the soil without any
additional cost to you.
WHY GRASSCYCLE?
• MAKE LESS TRASH - Up to 30% of what
Arvada residents put in the trash during
the growing season is yard waste which
is predominantly grass clippings. You
can significantly reduce your summer
and fall waste by grasscycling.
• ENJOY A HEALTHIER LAWN - grasscycling is an easy way to a healthy lawn
and a great way to recycle valuable
nutrients for free. Clippings break down
quickly and slowly release nutrients like
nitrogen back into the soil beneath your
lawn.
• SAVE WATER - Grass clippings left on
your lawn will shade grass roots and
help keep the soil cool. Because grass
clippings are comprised of more than
80% water, they return valuable moisture to the soil which means less watering for you.
• REDUCE YOUR WORK - Grasscycling can
drastically reduce the time you spend on
lawn care by saving you from the hassle
of bagging, raking and disposing of
grass clippings.
• SAVE MONEY - Grasscycling reduces the
amount your hauler must collect and
reduces grass clippings at the landfill.
GRASSCYCLING TIPS:
• Mow lawn when dry.
• Keep mower blades sharp.
• Follow the “1/3 Rule.” Mow lawn often
enough, so no more than 1/3 of the
length of the grass blade is cut and left
on the lawn. Lawns are most healthy
when mowed to a height of 2 ½ to 3
inches.
• No special mower is needed! Grasscycle
with any mower. Remove mower collection bag to allow clippings to drop on
the lawn. If your mower does not have a
safety flap covering the opening where
the bag fits into the chute, then it is
important you purchase a retrofit kit
from a local hardware store.
• If you use a landscape service, ask them
to leave your clippings on your lawn.
Visit Sustain Arvada at www.arvada.org
/sustainability for more info about sustainability projects and programs in Arvada.
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Hunger Needs Continue to
Grow in Arvada
he Arvada Community Food
Bank (ACFB) continues to see
significant increases in the number of families and individuals in need
of assistance. In May of this year, the
ACFB provided assistance to more than
900 households. Compared with 567 in
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Improvements
Planned for
Van Arsdale
Elementary
Area
The Colorado Department of
Transportation has approved a proposed Safe Routes to School project
for the area surrounding Van Arsdale
Elementary School (7535 Alkire
Street). Approved this past spring,
design will begin later this year and
construction will be completed in
2012. Highlights of the project include
on-street bike lanes on Alkire Street
from 74th Drive to 80th Avenue and a
sidewalk addition in the area surrounding the school.
“We are very pleased this project
has been designated to receive funding
through the Colorado Department of
Transportation,” said Bob Manwaring,
Public Works Director. “The safety of
Arvada children traveling to and from
school is a priority and this project
will help to create a safer environment
for students and community members
who travel this area on a daily basis.”
Of the nearly $2 million dollars in
monies set aside for similar projects
across Colorado, the Van Arsdale bike
lane and sidewalk plan will total just
under $150,000.
May of 2010, that’s a staggering 41%
increase in food assistance.
Facts about our community can help
shed some light on the reasoning behind
these stats. The poverty level in Arvada
is low compared to the rest of the state
(7.3% v. 12.9%). However, the poverty
rate in the 80002 zip code is 12.68%.
There are also several census categories
where the average household income
has fallen by more than 20% and the
number of households with income
under $30,000 has increased by 30% or
more (nytimes.com).
Many of these households in need
mirror the experience of the Martin family (name changed). John lost his
$45,000 per year job. His wife works,
but only makes $24,000 annually. They
have two kids. They have a mortgage,
utilities, a car payment and other
expenses. They manage fairly well, but
they estimate their monthly expense
average is about $1,500 or $1,600. Once
you take out withholding taxes and
health insurance, ends are hard to meet.
So, they visit the Arvada Community
Food Bank once a month to supplement
their food needs. That, they say, helps
them meet their other financial obligations.
You can help. Arvada residents are
among the most generous in the metro
area. ACFB receives many donations of
food from individuals, organizations and
community groups. But cash donations
can be very helpful as well. They allow
the ACFB to purchase items that are in
short supply in their warehouse and to
purchase items like milk and proteins
families and children need for a healthy
diet.
To learn more visit
www.arvadacommunityfoodbank.org
or call 303-424-6685.
Spring Cleaning…
Curbside Style
More than 5,500 residents took
advantage of the City of Arvada’s
Curbside Cleanup program this
spring.
Discarded items included everything from landscaping timbers and
fencing to broken furniture, right
down to the proverbial kitchen sink.
“This program helps residents
discard large bulk items trash companies either charge extra for or
won’t pick up, which in turn helps
beautify their property, and the city
overall,” said Mark Bowman, City of
Arvada Streets Manager.
Streets Division staff worked
nearly 2,000 hours ensuring the
three-week program was successful
and completed on time. They
answered more than 20,000 web
inquiries and phone calls, assisted
Republic Waste in the pickup
process of the discarded items and
staffed a site where residents
dropped off their unwanted items
and recyclables. The drop-off site at
6161 Olde Wadsworth Boulevard
saw thirty, 30-yard roll-off containers
filled during the program.
Recyclable items such as metals,
tires and other products were separated for processing.
This is a popular community
event. One resident participating in
this year’s Spring Cleanup said she
believes it really helps the people
who don’t have the means or ability
to haul large items to the landfill.
The Spring Cleanup program finished on budget at approximately
$175,000 in total costs.
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86th Annual Harvest Festival!
SEPTEMBER 9, 10, AND 11, WWW.ARVADAHARVESTFESTIVALPARADE.COM.
vents will take place September 9,
10, & 11, 2011. Make sure to check
out all the FREE events and see
what’s new on a weekly basis on Facebook
and the website. The Harvest Festival
Committee is a non-profit organization
(citizen organized and operated) and currently holds the honor of being the second
longest continuous running festival in the
State of Colorado. Our major main event
sponsors include the City of Arvada,
Bellco Credit Union, Rocky Mountain
REACT, EDS Waste Solutions, Home
Depot, Arvada Rent-Alls, Molson Coors,
Arvada Jaycees, and many more listed on
our web. Due to their generosity and giving back to our community we are able to
continue to present this FREE historic festival.
The festival and parade stands out
from the rest due to the commitment to
value and old time festival traditions,
friendly reunions, and an emphasis on free
and affordable activities for all. With over
16 different events and activities over the
three days there is always something for
everyone. Held in Olde Town Arvada the
vibrant historic “Heart of Arvada” is a
thriving historic community with unique
character where people want to live, learn,
work and play. Details and schedules for
all events can be found on our website at
www.ArvadaHarvestFestivalParade.com.
New events this year include Arvada
School Reunions taking place all weekend
and meeting up in the Margarita and Beer
Garden, Bingo and a Historical Society
Street Dance – details to follow on the website.
Arvada Harvest Festival Parade
The 2011 parade theme is "Science
Fiction and Science.” This is your opportunity to maneuver your robots, strut your
alien costume, drive your float with a
model of the Enterprise or promote the
many new forms of environmentally
friendly and affordable energy.
The Arvada Harvest Festival Parade
now holds the distinction of ranking as one
of the largest parades in the region. There
will be 16 announcing stands, more than
any other parade in the nation. This parade
will have over 20 marching bands from
around the State competing to be in the
Parade of Roses and Macy’s events.
Date: Saturday, September 10, 2011
Time: 9:00 a.m.
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Where: Starts at the corner of Grandview
and Wadsworth Blvd. (1.25 miles
long)
Pre-Parade Entertainment
Starts at 8:15 a.m. - sidewalk chalk art
and many other great events.
Send your application today! Simply
click on the 2011 Parade Application on
the website. For more information, call
303-456-2121 or email arvadaharvest
[email protected]. The application
deadline is 5:00 p.m., August 26, 2011.
The parade is organized, operated and
presented by the Arvada Jaycees, Arvada
Harvest Festival Committee and Arvada
Harvest Festival Executive Committee.
The Arvada Harvest Festival Parade is produced by community volunteers.
Parade Route
The parade steps off at the corner of
57th and Old Wadsworth. The parade typically runs until about 12:30 p.m. depending on number and size of entries. Check
out the parade route map and all other
maps on our website.
Harvest Fest Open Golf Tournament
Proudly sponsored by the Arvada
Chamber of Commerce. This is a great
way to " kick off " Arvada's fun filled and
longest running festival. Everyone is
encouraged to come out and play.
Date:
Friday, August 5
Time:
8:00 a.m.
Where: Westwood Golf Course,
6655 Quarker St.
Cost:
$150.00 per golfer or $600.00 per
foursome
Major sponsors include – Pridemark
Paramedic Services, LLC., Mahnke Auto
Body. Adding to the fun this year are special prizes and sponsored hole giveaways.
Proceeds go back into the Arvada community. If you are interested in playing give
the Arvada Chamber a call today 303-4240313 or email [email protected].
Many of our FREE events and
traditions include:
FREE 24th Annual Arvada Harvest
Festival Kids’ Parade
Date:
Saturday, September 10
Time:
2:45 p.m. Register your kids at
the pavilion (3:30 p.m. Kids’
Parade will begin)
Where: McIlvoy Park Pavilion at Ralston
Road and Upham Street
Cost:
FREE
Kids’ Parade categories include
Science Fiction Character, Decorated Pets,
or Decorated Bikes, Trikes, Wagons, or
Scooters. Trophies will be awarded to the
1st place winner in each category. Ribbons
and cash prizes will go to the 1st, 2nd, and
3rd place winners in each category. In
addition, there will be prizes for the Crowd
Pleaser and Best Overall participant.
Everyone will be a winner with a participant ribbon, certificate, and treat bag.
Decorate to the theme, be creative and
have fun! Sponsors for the Kids’ Parade
are Doris Stipech State Farm Insurance,
Northwest Metro Business and
Professional Women, and Canty’s
Financial Strategies.
For more information contact Nancy
Bentzen at 303-421-5305 or visit the website.
FREE 7th Annual Garden Harvest
Contest 2011
Young’s Market and Garden Center is
returning for their 7th year as the sponsor
and judge of the Garden Harvest Contest.
They will be looking at 15 categories at
this year’s contest. These may include
Largest Ripe Tomato, Widest Diameter
Sunflower, Largest Bell Pepper, Longest
Standard Green Bean, Largest Onion,
Largest Zucchini, Longest Chili Pepper,
Fattest Carrot, Largest Cucumber, Best
Garden Hat, Best Sci Fi Vegetable and
Most Unique Vegetable. Kids’ categories
this year are Best Alien Vegetable, Best
Spaceship Vegetable and Largest Zucchini.
Date: Saturday, September 10
Time: Between noon and 2:00 p.m.
Where: St. Anne’s Cafeteria
Judging: Starts at 2:00 p.m. Winners
announced at 2:30 p.m.
Cost:
FREE – no pre-registration
required
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FREE Entertainment
At the McIlvoy Park Pavilion the US Air
Force Academy Band “Wild Blue Country”
will be performing Friday, September 9,
6:00-9:00 p.m. and on Saturday “Sentimental
Sounds” an outstanding 18 member
Orchestra with vocalists will perform late
afternoon a concert in the park then a stroll
on the midway (just like yesteryear). Plus
lots of unique street musicians will be performing all three days from bagpipes to
didgeridoo. We're working on some big surprises too!
If you have a colorful, animated, international or other great sounding musical presentation for our roving entertainment we
would love to hear from you. Contact Rick
Nelson at [email protected]
A more complete schedule will be posted on
the website and Facebook.
FREE 4th Annual Teddy Bear Picnic
Back for a fourth year with a completely
different program, and sponsored again by
Personal Benefit Services Wealth
Management, is the Teddy Bear Picnic!
Date: Sunday, September 11
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Children’s Room at the Arvada
Library, 7555 W. 57th Avenue.
Bring your favorite teddy bear and come
for silly songs and fun stories performed by
talented artist, Beth Epley, whose wonderful
talents are known throughout the Front
Range. Don’t forget to pack a little picnic as
teddy bears do get hungry. Bring your blankets and come for a fun time. For additional
information call Mary Jo at 303-421-2032.
FREE Kid Zone
Susan M. Duncan YMCA will once again
be the major sponsor of the Harvest Festival
Kid Zone. This year will feature more family
activities with a focus on Healthy Family
Homes. Inflatable jumper, arts and craft stations, games and other interactive activities
geared for kids.
Date: Saturday, September 10 at
noon - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 11 at
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Join us for spectacular demos from Home
Depot, dance performances, birdie ball, interactive games, SEO karate and zumba demo,
Arvada Fire Department Display and much
more. See you there for all the FREE FUN!
For more detailed information check the
website, or contact Roubhie Fairchild direct
at YMCA: 303-422-4977.
FREE Kid’s Spelling Bee
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Registration begins at 1:30 p.m.
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Spelling Bee starts promptly at 2:00 p.m.
Where: McIlvoy Park (Ralston Road and
Upham) north side of the park at
Big Pavilion
1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners will
receive trophies courtesy of Creative Trophy.
A special thanks to the Metro North
Newspapers (Arvada Press) for their sponsorship of this event. Chairman John Carpenter
is once again seamlessly running this popular
event.
FREE 35th Annual Food Fair
Bakers, cooks, and canners of all ages
and skill levels are welcome to participate in
this event sponsored by Shamrock Foods.
Categories for everyone include: Cakes, Pies,
Yeast Rolls and Breads, Quick Breads,
Cookies, Salsas, Jams, Preserves and Jellies,
Canned Fruits, Canned Veggies, Canned
Miscellaneous, and Pickles and Relishes.
Time: Contact Mary for drop off times.
Judging begins at 2:00 p.m.
Where: Saint Anne’s School Cafeteria –
7320 Grant Place
Followed by a traditional awards ceremony with the presentation of Grand Champion
ribbons, many prizes, and goodie bags. Entry
forms are available online, or pickup an
application at Arvada City Hall, 8101 Ralston
Road in August. Contact Chairman Mary
Walls 303-934-1884 or e-mail:
[email protected] for more
information.
Arvada Community Food Bank
The Sooper Credit Union (SCU)
Community Foundation will again have a
booth in the parking lot of the Arvada
Community Food Bank during the staging for
the parade on Saturday, September 10.
Volunteers will provide coffee, donuts and
water to parade participants for free with a
donation to the Foundation. The SCU
Community Foundation granted $10,000 in
scholarships to high school seniors preparing
to enter college. Last year it donated over
$3,700 and provided $1775 in sponsorships
to local charities.
FREE Movie in the Park
Bring your pillows and blankets. The
playground is right next to the movie site.
Time: Dusk (about 7:30 pm) with premovie cartoon
9/11 Remembrance Walk and Run –
Pancake Breakfast
Date: Sunday, September 11
Time:
6:30 a.m.
Where: Memorial Park,
7365 W. 59th Avenue.
Tom Mustin CBS Channel 4 Master of
Ceremonies, featuring actual newscast sound
and images from 9/11/2001, military members and veterans, first responders and more.
9/11 Remembrance Walk/Run
Located at Memorial Park 7365 W. 59th
Avenue (rain or shine) Sunday, September
11th at 6:00 a.m. Registration & Pancake
Breakfast opens – 7:15 a.m., 20-Mile race
starts at 7:30 a.m., 10- Mile race starts at
8:00 a.m., 5K race start - see our web for
details. There is a 5K walk/run, and a 10 or
20 mile timed run. Early Bird registration
reduced prices are available please visit our
website for application and cost.
Farmer’s Market
Sundays, June 5 through September 25
Date:
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Olde Town Farmer’s Market
Come see what’s new and exciting each
week.
Arvada Jaycee Margarita & Beer Garden
– Celebrating 75 Years of Civic Service
Date: Friday, Septtember 9
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Where: Jaycees Beer & Margarita Garden
Date: Saturday, Septtember 10
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Where: Jaycees Beer & Margarita Garden
The Arvada Jaycees will be running the
Annual Beer & Margarita Garden, Friday
through Sunday, September 9-11, 2011. They
are located between Upham & Teller Streets
on Grandview Avenue, in Olde Town. This is
the major fundraiser of the year helping raise
money that goes back into community projects which include Thanksgiving & Holiday
gift baskets, Operation Poinsettia and more.
Call to be a part of the fun and join the
Arvada Junior Chamber Foundation, Inc. by
calling Jeff Cannon at 720-841-2272
Other Fun
The annual Harvest Festival will include
over 100 booths along the midway, a petting
zoo, carnival rides and games, live music,
food, crafts, and shopping and dining in the
heart of Olde Town!
We are in need of volunteers and sponsors to help carry on this 86 year old annual
tradition! Contact Renee Nelson – General
Chairman at [email protected].
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8th Annual Cemetery Tour
Set for September
oin the Arvada Historical Society for
its 8th annual Cemetery Tour at the
Arvada Cemetery (5581 Independence
Street) on Saturday, September 24, from
Noon until 3:00 p.m.
This year’s focus will be on people
who met untimely deaths as well as a
Civil War veteran to commemorate the
150th anniversary of the start of the
Civil War.
Tours are slated every half hour
with the last session beginning at 2:00
p.m. Tickets are $8 and are available at
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the Arvada Cemetery the day of the
tour. (Remember to bring a few extra
dollars for a Cemetery Tour book showcasing the pioneers presented over the
years.) Children six and under are free.
There will also be refreshments.
Please dress for the weather and
wear comfortable walking shoes.
Proceeds benefit the Arvada Historical
Society’s Annex Project and the Arvada
Cemetery Association. Please call the
Arvada Historical Society at 303-4311261 for information.
Tax Rebates
CITY OF ARVADA IS OFFERING TAX REBATES TO QUALIFIED RESIDENTS.
WHAT? Resident tax rebate. $85 for
first person and $50 for any additional
persons. (Amount will be pro-rated
for partial residency.)
WHO? You may be qualified if you
lived within the city limits of Arvada
in 2010 and meet one of the following
criteria:
• Senior citizen: Age 65 by
December 31, 2010
• Single: Between the age of 55 and
65 by December 31, 2010
• Disabled person
• Single head of household with
dependent children
AND the gross income for the entire
household from all sources, including
Social Security, is equal to or less
than:
• One Person
$26,600
• Two Persons
$30,400
• Three Persons
$34,200
• Four Persons
$37,950
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WHEN? May 2-October 31, 2011
WHERE? You may obtain an application and affidavit from the City of
Arvada Sales Tax web site,
arvada.org/business/sales-tax listed
under related links. You may also call
the Resident Rebate hotline for more
information or to request an application at 720-898-7114.
NOTE: Documentation must be provided each year for all income
sources. Unfortunately, bank statements cannot be accepted.
Residency information must be
provided. Residency can be established with:
• Copy of a lease agreement or
rental receipts for 2010
• Copy of 2010 City of Arvada utility bill in applicant’s name
• Other 2010 documents accepted at
the discretion of City staff.
Arvada
Housing
Authority
Honored
he Arvada Housing Authority was
recognized by Stride as a 2011
Community Partner honoree at the
organization’s Stride to Success Award
Ceremony in June.
For more than 14 years the Arvada
Housing Authority has partnered with
Stride in helping provide Arvada families
with affordable housing programs. In
that time, hundreds of families have
transformed their lives by achieving economic independence and ultimately have
become self-sufficient through affordable
housing programs.
“This award is very important
because it recognizes our commitment to
bringing hope to families working to
achieve their dreams,” said Ed Talbot
who oversees Arvada’s Housing
Authority.
Since being established in 1975, the
Housing Authority has administered a
housing assistance program that has
helped thousands of low income Arvada
residents secure rental housing they otherwise would not have been able to
afford. The US Department of Housing
and Urban Development provides the
funding that allows this assistance to be
made available.
Stride works with the Arvada
Housing Authority to help low income
families on the Section 8 Housing
Choice Voucher Program.
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Shred-A-Thon on October 15
COMMUNITY SHRED-A-THON SET FOR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15,
8:00 A.M.- NOON AT THE ARVADA CENTER (6901 WADSWORTH
BOULEVARD) PARKING LOT
oin the Arvada Police Department and
Shred-it to help you safely and securely destroy documents containing personal information.
It will take only minutes to drop off
your items for destruction. You don’t even
need to get out of your car!
Everyone is welcome to take part in this
drive-thru service for the community. (It is
not limited to Arvada residents.)
The event is free, but donations are welcome!
Items to Shred
• Credit Card Statements
• Bank Statements
• Tax Forms
• Medical Statements
• Junk Mail
• Other Items Containing Personal
Information
Limit:
3 boxes or kitchen sized garbage bags
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The Shred-it company will have their
specialized trucks on-site to shred documents containing personal information.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the
Arvada Police Department Explorer’s Post
#2027 to help these young adults as they
follow a career path in law enforcement.
Questions? Call 720-898-6650 or visit
www.arvadapd.org
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At www.arvadapd.org you have endless
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Arvada Police Department but also interact with officers working hard for you
each and every day.
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8101 Ralston Road • Arvada CO 80002
720-898-6900
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Eyes and Ears of the
Police Department
Call 720-898-6900 to report
suspicious activity, 24 hours a day,
seven days a week.
he Arvada Police Department is
seeking help from people whose
work hours begin long before the
sun rises for the day.
If your job finds you out-and-about
in the pre-dawn hours, or you’re simply
a night owl, police are asking you to
report suspicious activity you may see.
“All too often people are hesitant to
call the police because they think it’s
nothing,” said Officer Chris McCoy.
“The reality is officers would rather
contact someone to find the person has
legitimate business than potentially letting a suspect go undetected.”
Here are tips for what to look for in
the overnight hours:
• People dressed in dark clothing,
maybe carrying backpacks.
• Someone walking down the street
checking door handles of a car.
• Suspicious vehicle (maybe someone
driving slowly up and down the
street or dropping off a person).
This advice goes to all residents. If
it’s the overnight hours and you hear a
dog barking, look out your window.
Call the police if you see a suspicious
person.
The good news is people have
called to report suspicious activity. In
one incident earlier this year, a person
called to report suspicious activity in an
Arvada park. Police contacted and
arrested a suspect in the theft of a backflow device. This suspect later admitted
committing several other crimes
throughout the Denver metro area.
There have also been a dozen arrests
of car break-in suspects and one robbery suspect in the overnight hours
since January through the combined
efforts of citizen calls and the diligent
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work of patrol officers.
It’s also very important to refrain
from contacting suspicious persons.
Call police to have a police officer
respond to the area.
fficer Josh Hotchkiss was promoted to the rank of sergeant in
early June. Sgt. Hotchkiss began
his law enforcement career in Avon and
was hired by the Arvada Police
Department in 2004. He has worked in
Patrol, with the Community Response
Impact Team, as a crisis negotiator and is
a current member of the Jefferson County
Regional S.W.A.T. Team. Following his
promotion, Sgt. Hotchkiss has been
assigned to the evening patrol shift working Sundays thru Wednesdays.
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Types of crime occurring in
the overnight hours: burglary,
first degree criminal trespass
(car break-ins as they are
known), motor vehicle theft
and robbery.
Thirteen overnight arrests
were made for crimes listed
above during the overnight
hours since January of this
year.
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3-Block Run Raises Thousands for Abused Children
hanks to the hundreds of runners
and walkers and sponsors who
took part in the 5th annual .5K
(point 5K) Endurance Challenge, more
than $33,000 was raised for Ralston
House to help abused children.
.5K (point 5K) races were held in
Arvada, Golden and Lakewood in June
and July. Those completing all three
races had the glory in the knowledge
they “Tri--umphed!” (emphasis on the
“uumph”) in completing nine total
blocks of running or walking.
“Smiles. You saw smiles everywhere,” said Don Moseley, Executive
Director of Ralston House. “This event
gave runners of all ages the opportunity
to experience a race environment minus
the long race distances, plus all of the
pancakes they could eat!”
Proceeds benefit Ralston House.
Ralston House is a family-friendly, safe
and neutral environment where trained
professionals provide medical examinations and interviews (in conjunction
with law enforcement and social services) of children who’ve been physically
or sexually abused. More than 800 children and their families were served in
2010, helping them to begin the healing
process from these traumatic events.
Thanks to these fine Sponsors
• FirstBank
• Russell’s Convenience Stores
• Sportline of Arvada
• City of Arvada
• Guaranty Bank
• Roy and Sue Jackson
• Arvada Economic Development
Association
• KMGH Channel 7
• KATV Channel 8
• Apex Park and Recreation District
• Integrity Electrical Solutions
• Sooper Credit Union
• Integra Telecom
• Bellco Credit Union
• Chapman Orthodontics
• Doris Stipech, State Farm Insurance
• Wells Fargo
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Encore Rail Systems, Inc.
Boy Scout Troop 600
Boy Scout Troop 130
Boy Scout Troop 166
Arvada Chamber of Commerce
West Metro Chamber of Commerce
Golden Chamber of Commerce
Drienka (terrific local band performing at the Golden and
Lakewood races)
Eli Ashby Healing Arts Center of
Arvada
Mahnke Auto Body
The Reformers (amazing local band
performing at the Arvada race)
Pepsi
Citizens Police Academy Arvada
Alumni
Pridemark Paramedic Services
Arvada Fire and Rescue
West Metro Fire District
Anytime Fitness of Golden
A Touch for Wellness
D’anelli Bridal and Tux
Baker Street Pub
Ananda Healing Massage and Hot
Stone Treatment
Stadium Medical
Vito Pini Salon & Boutique Spa
Village Roaster
The Hole
Starbucks
Enstroms Candy
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Police Training Center Dedicated
he official dedication of the
Robert Beghtol Training Center
(10405 W. 64th Place) took place
on May 15, which coincided with
National Police Memorial Day.
Joining community members,
Arvada City Council members Mark
McGoff and Marc Williams and Arvada
Police Officers (current and former) was
the family of Robert Beghtol who came
to Arvada from the eastern plains of
Colorado and Washington state for the
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dedication of the new training site.
The event began with an open house
at the facility. At 12:30 p.m. those in
attendance assembled outside the building near the sign that was recently
installed. Chief Wick addressed the
crowd and commented on the significance of the event as a day of remembrance for police officers and the
impact the Beghtol family had on law
enforcement and the Arvada community throughout the years.
Police Tackle Car Break-in Issue
hanks to a citizen call and
assistance, a handful of teens
were arrested for their alleged
role in committing a series of First
Degree Criminal Trespasses (car
break-ins, as they are known) in an
Arvada neighborhood earlier this
summer.
Members of the Arvada Police
Department are focused on this issue
affecting the entire community. The
most recent Directed Police
Intervention (DPI) has centered on
the issue of car break-ins. Officers are
patrolling on foot, on bikes and in
their patrol cars. Investigators are
working to build cases against those
who’ve committed these crimes, and
patrol officers are working as a wellorchestrated unit when calls of car
break-ins come to the police department to make arrests while these
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crimes are in progress.
Prior to the DPI effort, Arvada
had been averaging between 80 and
100 car break-in incidents per month.
With the DPI, those numbers have
dropped to around 50 per month.
“The goal is to see the number of
car break-in incidents continue to
decrease,” said Deputy Chief Lynn
Johnson.
Here are steps you can take to
minimize your risk of becoming a
victim of this crime.
1) Always lock your doors.
2) Never leave items of value in your
car even stashed under seats or in
the trunk.
3) Make sure wires and cords to your
electronic devices are not in plain
site.
4) Park in well lit areas.
5) Report suspicious activity in
your neighborhood to police,
720-898-6900..
Next a “roll call” announcement
was performed on the Arvada police
radio system, recognizing Officer
Beghtol’s service and asking for a
moment of silence.
After the completion of the dedication and open house ceremonies, the
family was escorted to the Arvada
Cemetery where they visited family
grave sites. They were then brought to
the police department for a tour of the
facilities. They were shown the Arvada
Police Department historical display in
the lobby area as well as the retiree
hallway with the pictures of department
retirees, and the memorials to the two
fallen officers from the Arvada Police
Department: Beghtol and Officer W.
Michael Northey.
While May 15 marked National
Peace Officers Memorial Day, it was
also the day that Lee Beghtol, Arvada’s
first uniformed officer began work for
the Arvada Police Department. His sister was also a dispatcher for the Arvada
Police Department.
The Robert Beghtol Training Center
gives officers a place to train and test to
ensure they are prepared to meet the
rigorous demands of policing. The
building has a large room for use as an
arrest control training area and is outfitted with the proper safety and training
equipment for use in that training. A
second room is designed to house a
firearms simulator to provide realistic,
scenario-based training for firearms
instruction.
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Apex Park and
Recreation District
Administrative Offices
13150 W. 72nd Avenue
303-424-2739
Hours: Weekdays 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Apex Center
303-424-2739
Apex Ice Arena
303-403-2598
Garrison Street Sports Center
9101 Ralston Road
303-431-9600
Indian Tree Golf Course
7555 Wadsworth Boulevard
303-403-2541
George J. Meyers Pool
7900 Carr Drive
303-467-7111
Racquetball and Fitness Center
12120 W. 64th Avenue
303-431-9004
Community Recreation Center
303-425-9583
Arvada Tennis Center
W. 64th Avenue and Miller Street
303-420-1210
Lake Arbor Center and Outdoor Pool
7451 W. 83rd Way
Leisure Arts Center
9195 W. 58th Avenue
Harold D. Lutz Sports Complex
W. 58th Avenue and Miller Street
Long Lake Ranch
17850 W. 64th Avenue
Stenger Soccer Complex
W. 58th and Quail Street
Youth Memorial Sports Complex
W. 76th and Alkire Street
Secrest Youth and Teen Center
6820 W. 66th Avenue
303-403-2539
Letter from the Board
here’s a lot to look forward to in the upcoming fall and winter seasons at Apex
PRD. The new Apex Field House and the renovated Apex Simms Street Center
will be open soon, and the Community Recreation Center is preparing to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
These events all have something in common: collaboration and teamwork to achieve a
result that benefits everyone in the community. The fact is, we’re nationally known for our
ability to do that.
I recently spoke about this outstanding sense of teamwork at an event to recognize and
celebrate the efforts of the Leadership Arvada class of 2011. Each Leadership Arvada
class spends nine months learning what makes our community unique and powerful. They
plan and design events and activities to improve the community, and the 2011 class raised
nearly $12,000 for improvements at the Community Recreation Center.
This generous donation is very much in keeping with the 30-year history of the
Community Recreation Center, which first opened its doors in January 1982. Since then,
nearly 700 volunteers have donated more than 300,000 hours to support CRC activities
and programs. Even before the 1982 opening, participants at the Center “made it their
own” by supporting its inception and becoming involved in the building design and its
programming. Thanks to all of them, the CRC is growing and thriving after 30 years and
we look forward to many more! The 30th anniversary celebration is planned for 2:00 p.m.
- 4:00 p.m. Sunday, January 22, 2012 watch for details on the party at apexprd.org.
I’m proud of Apex PRD’s role of supporting a successful, vibrant and thriving
community through collaboration and hard
work. Beyond that, I’m grateful to all the citizens for their part in creating a community
that’s attracting national attention for innovative, entrepreneurial strategies to reach high
standards. Thank you and enjoy the other
Apex PRD improvements ahead – see page
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Board of
Directors
Sincerely,
Jim Whitfield
Apex PRD Board President
Pictured left to right:
Bob Loveridge, Director
Ken Harrell, Treasurer/Secretary
Jim Whitfield, President
Lee Humrich, Director
Jeff Glenn, Vice President
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section of The Arvada Report is published
by the City of Arvada with content provided by the Apex Park and Recreation District
as a service to the citizens of Arvada. The
City of Arvada is not responsible for the
accuracy of the information contained in
this section of The Arvada Report.
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Bike Rodeo for Young Cyclists
n May 7, 112 bike riders came to Secrest Youth Center for the second annual Bike Rodeo. They received free helmets, had their bikes
checked for safe riding and navigated safety obstacle courses. They
decorated their bikes and toured a fire truck. They watched a demonstration
of what happens to a Jell-O based simulation of “brains” when you ride
without a helmet. Yuk! They munched on hot dogs, sipped cool drinks and
chilled out in the Teen Center after completing all the activities, and
received free Apex Center passes and entry into a prize drawing. It was all
free, thanks to Apex PRD and sponsors Exempla Lutheran Medical Center,
Citizens Police Academy Arvada Alumni, the Arvada Police Department and
the Arvada Fire Protection District. Thanks also to Arvada-Jefferson Kiwanis
and Performance Bike who also helped out at the event.
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SilverSneakers Senior Prom
Draws a Sellout Crowd
ndian Tree Golf Club was the setting for the fourth annual Senior Prom
on May 6, 2011, where members of the Apex PRD SilverSneakers program donned their best duds and danced the night away. Every year since
2008, the Senior Prom has been a favorite spring highlight of the active and
vibrant SilverSneakers program at APRD, which now numbers nearly 5,000
– the largest membership in the state. This year, 111 people attended the
Prom. “Enchanted” was the theme – the same as Ralston Valley High
School’s prom and the school generously passed on many of their spectacular decorations. Of course there was royalty at the Senior Prom: Prince
Charming, Warren “Doc” Eggert and Princess, Pat Cervera.
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New Fall/Winter Activity Guide
Covers Programs from
September Through March
he Apex Park and Recreation District activity guide was mailed to residents last
week. Please note that this guide covers all activities from September through
March. This new twice-a-year schedule was adopted in 2011 to save printing and
postage costs, and allow for participants to plan ahead for their recreation activities. The
guide is also available online in PDF format,
or you can browse and register for activities
online. It’s all at apexprd.org.
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Apex Center Fitness Offers a Balanced, Comprehensive
and Cost Effective Program
itness enthusiasts can be as fickle as the wind…or they can stay with their own established routine for years. The challenge, says
Apex Center Fitness Manager Russell Van Marter, is to offer a variety of programs that meet as many needs as possible beneath one
roof. Since opening its doors in 2000, the Apex Center has offered an all-in-one recreation experience, and the fitness/wellness component of the center mirrors that philosophy.
However, the program is constantly being evaluated to ensure the quality and content
meet or exceed customers’ expectations. “The Internet has created more savvy customers
that are more in tune with their personal goals and limitations,” Van Marter said. “They
also tend to have better body awareness, and in the case of older adults, better nutrition
habits.”
As customers set the bar higher for themselves, they also zero in on fitness trends that
go beyond the latest fad and are backed by solid research and results. The American
College of Sports Medicine’s Health and Fitness Journal recently published its top 20 fitness trends for 2011, and the Apex Center fitness program is very much in step with them.
For example, five of the top 20 trends have to do with personal training, a program
that Van Marter says is “exploding” at the Apex Center. “The group personal training programs are especially popular. The groups are small, so people get the best of both worlds:
personal attention and affordability.”
Again, these customers have a better idea of their expectations before they walk in the
door, so they often have specific results in mind when seeking a personal trainer. The
Apex Center currently employs ten personal trainers, all with broad experience
and credentials, but also with areas of
special expertise for those with specific
program goals. That can be anything from
preparing for a triathlon to developing a
fitness regimen for the first time.
The Apex Center’s staff and program
resources match up with many other
trends on the list—including strength
training, core training and functional fitness. Functional fitness, according to the ACSM, focuses on “building a body capable of
doing real-life activities in real-life positions.” This is especially important for older adults
who strive to stay active and independent. Older adult fitness is another booming area at
the Apex Center. “We have about 5,000 enrolled in the SilverSneakers program, and a
number of activities such as Fit Over 50 and older adult weight training, that reach out to
this group,” Van Marter said.
Other popular programs on the top-20 list target specific fitness interests, such as
indoor cycling, with 15 classes per week at the Apex Center; yoga, with 13 classes per
week; youth sport conditioning; and boot camp.
Boot camps are well attended year-round, says Van Marter, with a heightened interest
in the spring when thoughts turn to swimsuit season. Many participants also have specific
events in mind when they start a conditioning program. “Most people would benefit by starting earlier,” Van Marter says. “Taking small
steps makes it easier to sustain a fitness program for the long term. Good habits take time.”
Some fitness participants start a program as a result of a referral by a physical therapist or doctor – another item on the top-20 list. “We wish we had more of those,” Van
Marter says. “Adding fitness and recreation activity isn’t a cure-all, but there aren’t too
many situations where it doesn’t help.”
Evaluating current trends and looking toward future trends is part of the Apex
Center’s success, Van Marter says. That consists of listening to clients and instructors,
and responding to wants and needs as facility space, time and budget permit.
All group exercise classes, including Cycle Burn group cycling, are free with Apex
Center admission. To see details on the Apex Center fitness programs and the group exercise schedule, visit http://apexprd.org/activities/fitness-wellness-programs. To learn
more about specific fitness programs, or to arrange for a tour, call 303‑463‑4241. For
information about Apex Center fees and multi-visit passes, visit http://apexprd.org/
facilities/apex-center or call 303‑424‑2739.
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Upcoming Events and Activities Around Apex PRD
‘Round The Clock Racquet Rally – August 19-20 at the
Arvada Tennis Center, 6430 Miller Street
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Here’s a fun, festive and heartwarming tennis fund-raiser for the Arvada Community
Food Bank! Bring your friends, your family, your energy and your love for tennis! Serve, hit
and volley as part of a relay team at the Arvada Tennis Center and help local families in
need. Teams will each play tennis for one hour or more during the 24 hours beginning at 5:00
p.m., Friday, August 19 and ending at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, August 20. It’s the biggest,
longest, best tennis social ever!
You can register as an individual, or form a team of your own with enough tennis players
to cover 24 one-hour shifts, beginning Friday at 5:00 p.m. and ending Saturday at 5:00 p.m.
Each team needs a captain, who will schedule their team members to cover all 24 hours.
Event staff determines which teams play each other. We’ll do our best to keep similar ability
levels together! Signup deadline is August 15.
Event goodies include a T-shirt, wristband for free drills and food throughout the event,
lots of prize drawings, and lots more!
Great community events succeed because of sponsor involvement! Your sponsorship and donations support the Arvada
Community Food Bank, and in-kind donations are also welcome to help make the event special for all participants.
Sponsors and players: your participation helps prevent hunger in your community! $25 of every registration fee will be donated to
the Arvada Community Food Bank. This hard-working nonprofit organization strives to meet ever-growing needs. In fact, every dollar contributed to the Arvada Community Food Bank purchases $2.45 worth of food.
For more information or to register, call 303‑420‑1210 or email [email protected]
Fall Events at the Apex Center, 13150 W. 72nd Avenue.
September 11: Grandparents Day: Grandparents…bring up to four of your grandchildren to the Apex Center for FREE!
Grandparents receive a reduced admission fee and a free coffee or soda at the Blue View Café, compliments of the Apex Center.
September 19-24: Customer Appreciation Week: During this week, annual pass holders can bring one guest free each day, and Apex
PRD residents receive discounted daily admission rates with resident ID cards. Watch for other fun activities during the week.
September 24: Apex Center 11th Birthday Party Celebration: Join us in celebrating our 11th birthday at the Apex Center! Visit apexprd.org for details on this gala event.
September 24: Youth Garage Sale: Stop by the Apex Center between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to support young entrepreneurs ages
5 to 18, as they sell their gently used goods. Items for sale will include toys, books, games, DVDs, clothing and lots more. If you
have any questions or wish to sell items, contact Scott Melin at 303‑403‑2594 or [email protected]
October 28: Annual Halloween Carnival: Don’t miss the 11th annual Halloween Carnival on Friday, October 28, from 4:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.! Enjoy ghoulish games, bounce houses, hayrides, ghost stories, and much more including a haunted house. Adults are free
with a paying child ($4 per child). Avoid long lines on event day and sign up in advance at the Apex Center guest services desk or
online at apexprd.org.
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Friday Night Extravaganza at Secrest Youth and Teen Center, 6820 W. 66th Avenue
A great way for children to spend a Friday night…featuring games, activities, arts and crafts and DINNER for only $10! The
evening starts at 5:00 p.m. and ends at 10:00 p.m. You can drop off and pick up children any time between then. Check out the fun at
Secrest Teen Center on September 16 and 30, October 14, November 4 and December 9.
New Lacrosse Leagues Start This Fall
Introduce your child to the fastest growing youth sport in the nation! This 8-week program features a 2-week camp followed by once a week practice and 6 weeks of friendly game
matches. Coaches teach players the basic skills and rules of the game in a fun-filled, introductory-setting. Players provide athletic clothing, helmet/goggles, mouth guard and a lacrosse
stick. Equipment rental may be available to those who qualify.
The program begins the week of September 12 at Garrison Street Sports Center. Fees are
$85 Resident/$95 Non-Resident. The program is for
boys and girls in grades 4 through 8. Practices start
Monday, September 12 and games begin Saturday,
September 24. For more information visit
apexprd.org or contact Stephanie Allen
303‑467‑7135, [email protected] or Carrie
Gomer 303‑467‑7138, [email protected].
Volunteer coaches are needed!
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Programs for Active Adults Thriving at
Community Recreation Center
ove more—it’s good for you. We’ve all heard those words before. These days, lots of people at the Community Recreation Center
(CRC) are putting the philosophy into practice. It’s not unusual to see more than 50 participants in the popular drop-in yoga
classes, held four times a week at the CRC, 6842 Wadsworth Boulevard. Nearly 25 drop-in fitness classes meet weekly at the
Center, and many more adults work out in the cardio/weight room, which opened in 2008 and was instantly popular.
There are lots of reasons why adults are adding fitness activities to their lives, and the CRC offers programs for all abilities in a welcoming, affordable and accessible environment.
Outside its walls, the CRC boasts an enthusiastic group of outdoor aficionados who take part in hikes, strolls and snowshoeing activities
year-round. In the summer, the hike schedule usually includes two outings per month, sucj as Rocky Mountain National Park and various
Front Range destinations. Hikes vary in length and elevation gain, from 3-7 miles round trip and up to 1,000 feet in elevation gain. They’re
rated easy, moderate or strenuous, and participants receive detailed information before setting out to ensure a pleasant experience that meets
their expectations.
Strolls, shorter in duration and elevation, take place about once a month during the summer season.
The CRC staff provides an equipment list and helps participants decide on outings that are a good fit for their ability. Once on the trail,
the group makes any needed decisions together. For example, many hikes have a range of distances, and group members reach a consensus
when deciding how far to go. Experienced professionals lead each hike.
Lynn Weis, who oversees the CRC outdoor activities, notes that one thing that makes the program stand out is the leaders. “They love
the people, love to hike, put the participants’ safety first in all decisions, and last but not least, they love to have fun in the beautiful
Colorado outdoors.”
On a recent outing to Heil Valley Ranch, hikers radiated a spirit of friendship, love of nature and the outdoors, and that important
momentum to reach the top where a view awaited as a reward for their efforts. Join them on their next adventure! For the complete schedule, visit apexprd.org.
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Free Summer Concert Series Draws Thousands
McIlvoy Park was delightfully green, music filled the air and summer evenings were splendid.
Once again, families, friends and music lovers gathered in June and July for five free evening concerts and two morning events for children. It was made possible through grant funding from the
Scientific and Cultural Facilities District and the following sponsors: Apex Park and Recreation
District Foundation, the Arvada Festival Commission, Prospect Recreation and Park District,
Arvada Parks Department, the Gardens at St. Elizabeth, Friends of the Concerts, U.S. Bank, Sooper
Credit Union, Craft Carousel Gift Shop, and Just Between Friends Arvada/Louisville.
Happy 30th Anniversary to the Apex Community Recreation Center!
Three decades have passed since the Center
opened. These years have been full of classes, activities, volunteers, and fun. Thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of the Center, and
a very special thanks to the 670 volunteers through the years who have donated hours totaling
302,082 to keep everything running smoothly. Join us 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday, January
22 as we celebrate 30 years of service! Watch for details on the party at apexprd.org.
Here’s a little slice of history: The Senior Recreation Center (renamed the Community
Recreation Center several years ago) began its life as a White’s auto accessory store and was
purchased by the district in March 1981. Those funds came from a 1980 voter-approved bond
issue and the dream began its journey to reality! The impetus for the Center went back a lot
further, however. The North Jeffco Senior Citizens Club, which had an active membership of
700 dating back nearly 22 years, had met in different places in the community and decided
they needed a home.
This group was actively involved in the building design and its programming. They proudly
and energetically supported the renovation project through volunteerism, as costs were high
and the group stepped in to meet goals and grand opening timeframes.
The building officially opened Jan. 29, 1982. Over the next several years, they added programs
and enhancements as they were able. Since then, volunteers, participants and groups have continued to “make it their own” by staying with the tradition of getting active in their programs and
their facility. Thanks for a successful first 30 years and we look forward to many more!
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Foundation Golf
Tournament has
Real Staying
Power
he 31st annual Apex PRD
Foundation golf tournament takes
place on Friday, September 16.
Proceeds benefit community recreation, and
the Foundation volunteers and friends have
worked hard over the years to consistently
bring in funds to help the district provide
quality, accessible and affordable community recreation.
In recent years, tournament proceeds
have gone to a playground and shelter at
Pioneer Park; swim lesson equipment and
upgrades at the Community Recreation
Center, Indian Tree Golf Club and Harold
D. Lutz Sports Complex and youth recreation programs.
Come out for a great day and a great
cause! The entry fee is only $110, and if
you book and pay for your foursome by
Friday, August 5, it’s $400—an early bird
savings of $40. Here are some of the
“extras” that make this a favorite event for
golfers to come back to again and again:
• free lunch
• free range balls
• free practice rounds on the par 3 course
• free well and soft drinks on the golf
course
• free snacks and drinks at the streamlined awards presentation
If you’d like to play in the tournament, or
if you’re interested in donations or sponsorships, visit foundation.apexprd.org. Sponsors
will benefit from this high-visibility event
that truly involves the entire community. This
is a fantastic event for a great cause! See you
out there in September.
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2011 Leadership Arvada Class Dedicates Itself to
Improvements at Community Recreation Center
n Thursday, June 16, the Community
Recreation Center was presented with a very
special check, representing the collective
efforts of the Leadership Arvada class of 2011. This
energetic community raised nearly $12,000 and
donated the funds to the following improvements at
the Community Recreation Center:
• an audio assist system for McCormack Hall, (the
large meeting room that holds 250 people)
• automatic restroom doors for McCormack Hall
• a bulletin board for the visually impaired
• an audio system for the cardiovascular/weight
room
• a mural and new paint job for the cardiovascular/weight room.
The CRC, and Apex Park and Recreation District
as a whole, is extremely grateful for that choice, and
extremely impressed by the results of their collective
knowledge, energy and skill!
At the presentation ceremony on June 16, the idea
of community truly held the spotlight. What makes a
district, a city, a county or a municipality a community is the people that know it and support it. Thanks again to Leadership Arvada
for their role in creating and sustaining our community for everyone’s benefit. See page 4 for a related story.
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Annual Dog Swim Wraps Up
Summer Outdoor Pool
Season
Saturday, August 20 is the day when
dogs rule the pools! Secrest and Lake
Arbor outdoor pools both close for the
season on the 20th, and to celebrate, APRD
is once again hosting the Annual Dog
Swim at both locations, from 11:00 a.m. to
1:00 p.m. The fee is $5 for dogs; human
companions can swim for free. The festive
day includes swimming, free refreshments
and other fun activities. Secrest is located
at 6820 W. 66th Avenue and Lake Arbor,
7451 W. 83rd Way.
For more information, visit apexprd.org or
call 303‑424‑2739.
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Construction Moving Along at Apex Field
House and Apex Simms Street Center
he new Apex Field House, a year-round facility for indoor soccer, lacrosse and flag football programs, classes, drop-in facilities and
leagues, is taking shape at 5724 Oak Street adjacent to the Harold D. Lutz Sports Complex. The Apex Field House will contain two
year-round indoor turf arenas, one of which will be transplanted from its current location at 9101 Ralston Road.
The new facility emerged from the need to relocate activities and programs at the Garrison Street Sports Center. The building is
scheduled for demolition due to the Army Corps of Engineers floodplain project. The Apex Field House will also feature a concession
area, classrooms, showers, locker rooms and a team meeting area.
Activities will move uninterrupted in late 2011 when the Apex Field House opens. Watch for more information on the opening
date at apexprd.org, or call 303‑431‑9600.
Meanwhile, the facility at 8151 Simms Street is being transformed into the district’s host site for the gymnastics, dance, cheerleading and pottery programs – all of which are currently housed at 9101 Ralston Road. These programs will also continue there until the
new building opens in late 2011.
The Apex Simms Street Center includes a gym, classrooms and an administrative area. The renovation also features improved
lighting, energy efficiency and optimum use of space. District Services Manager Justin Howe and his staff are applying their expertise
to continue Apex Park and Recreation District’s long-term commitment to energy conservation. “Just as an example, the Apex
Center’s rooftop solar thermal unit is saving the district $8,000 per month in energy costs, compared to what they were before the unit
was installed,” said APRD Executive Director Mike Miles. “We are also working
toward optimum energy efficiency at the Apex Field House and the Apex Simms
Street Center.”
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Father’s Day Events Set New Records
We grew again in 2011! This year nearly 500 runners, walkers and families
signed up for the 4th annual Father’s Day 5K run and family fun run/walk – an
increase of nearly 30%! Thanks to the community for their support of the Apex
Park and Recreation District Foundation – a nonprofit organization supporting
Apex Park and Recreation District community recreation.
All the proceeds went to the Foundation, along with the proceeds from the
APRDF Car Show, also held on June 19 at the Apex Center.
This year, the popular ugly tie contest was back, and enhancements included
cash prizes for winners. As before, 5K entrants received tee shirts and a free pancake breakfast was included with all paid registrations.
Volunteers at the pancake breakfast, hosted by the Arvada-Jefferson Kiwanis to
benefit Arvada-Wheat Ridge Ambassadors for Youth, served about 500 breakfasts
to hungry runners, walkers and car show visitors.
The seventh annual car show has a well-deserved reputation for quality cars,
and this year was no exception. Admirers strolled through the Apex Center parking
lot to see 181 classic cars and cycles – up from 140 in 2010! Deejay Van Jeffries
set the right festive mood with great nostalgic rock music. More than 1,000 visitors
checked out the show, enjoyed refreshments, visited vendors and took part in kids’
activities.
100% of the proceeds from both the run and the car show go to the Apex Park
and Recreation District Foundation, a non-profit operated by a hard-working,
resourceful group of volunteers. Since 1973 the Foundation has raised about $1.5
million to support the district, donating money toward activities such as the playground and shelter at Pioneer Park, swimming equipment at the Apex Center and Meyers
Pool, improvements at the Community Recreation Center, Lutz Sports Complex and the
Arvada Tennis Center.
Many thanks to all the run and car show sponsors: Seminole Energy Services, Page
Advertising Specialty, Push-Pedal-Pull, Discover Health, Miller Contracting, Protech,
Tutor Doctor, Colorado Lottery, Arvada Printery, Sunflower Market, Sportline, ArvadaJefferson Kiwanis, Izze, Sam’s Club, Arvada Press, Saunders Construction, Arvada
Triathlon Club, Hot 107.1, Pepsi, Hi Country Wire & Telephone, Arvada Rent-Alls and
Custom Flag Company. Thanks also to Pridemark Paramedic Services, the Arvada Fire
Protection District, Arvada Colts Baseball and the City of Arvada.
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These four pages of The Arvada Report are for
and about the Arvada Fire Protection District.
fire
protection district
Arvada
Fire Protection
District
The Arvada Fire Protection
District’s section of The Arvada
Report is published by the City of
Arvada with content provided by the
Arvada Fire Protection District as a
service to the citizens of Arvada. The
City of Arvada is not responsible for
the accuracy of the information contained in this section of The Arvada
Report.
Board of Directors
Douglas J. (Doug) Schneider
President
Gary M. (Mike) Kerr
Vice-President
James H. (Jim) Snyder
Secretary
Candle Safety
e all know candles can be
beautiful and help to improve
the ambiance in a room - not
to forget the beautiful scents available.
But, as with anything, they can be dangerous. In fact, candles are the fifth
leading cause of home fires in America
today. According to the National Fire
Protection Association, 36% of candle
fires start in the bedroom but they
account for almost half of the injuries and
deaths associated with candle fires.
Because more than 15,000 fires are
started each year by candles, Arvada Fire
would like to offer these safe candle usage
tips.
1. Put out/Extinguish a candle if you are
the last person to leave a room. All it
takes is a phone call or the door bell
ringing to distract you enough to forget
you have an open fire sitting on your
table.
2. Always use a candle holder designed
for candle use. The holder should be
heat resistant, sturdy and large enough
to contain any drips or melted wax. A
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dinner plate or saucer may not be the
best answer. Also, make sure the candle
is away from things that can easily catch
on fire such as curtains, bedding, newspaper, books, etc.
3. Trim candlewicks to 1/4 inch each
time before burning. Long or crooked
wicks cause uneven burning and dripping.
4. Your safest bet is a flameless candle.
These new, battery-operated candles
offer many of the same benefits of a traditional candle, including flicker, aroma
and even a timer, but without the safety
hazards of an open flame. They can be
found at most home stores. !
Edward G. (Ted) Terranova
Treasurer
Mathew M. (Matt) Kramer
Assistant Secretary-Treasurer
Arvada
Fire Protection District
7903 Allison Way • Arvada, CO 80005
303-424-3012
www.arvadafire.com
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Be Ready,
Be Prepared
s we approach the 10th anniversary of the attacks of 9/11, take
time to think about how prepared
your household is in the case of future
attacks or natural disasters. Are you and
your family ready if there is a terrorist
attack near home? What about a blizzard that knocks out your power for
three days? What if the local water system becomes contaminated? These are
all situations we need to be prepared for
with the Ready American Plan.
The first thing to do is to make a kit.
The kit should meet your basic needs
including food, water, battery-operated
radio for information, flashlight, first aid
kit and more. It is recommended you
store one gallon of water per person for
at least three days for drinking and sanitation.
Back to School Safety
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Next, make a plan. Your family may
not be together when disaster strikes, so
it is important to plan in advance: how
you will contact one another; how you
will get back together, and how you will
respond in different situations. Some
tips include having an out of town contact and a safe meeting place. In some
disaster situations, it may be easier to
make a long distance phone call than a
local one. By having a safe meeting
place, everyone knows where to go
should evacuations be necessary when
the entire family is not together. This
spot could be as simple as a relative’s
home or your cabin or favorite vacation
spot in the mountains.
Finally, be informed. By reading this
article and others like this one, you have
already started this step. To learn how to
be prepared for each type of potential
emergency, go to readycolorado.com and
click on the “Types of Disasters” tab. !
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t’s easy to forget what it’s like to be
a kid. But drivers always need to
remember how children think and
act around traffic. When school starts,
some of the most heart-wrenching calls
to hear are auto/pedestrian or auto/bicycle accidents. Help protect our children
by following these nine recommendations.
1. Slow down. Don’t speed around
schools or in neighborhoods.
2. Watch for school zones. If any
school-zone sign in your neighborhood is not easily seen, work with
the school to get the situation fixed.
3. Take special care around school
buses. Laws require other vehicles
to remain stopped for as long as a
school bus loads and unloads its
passengers.
4. Expect the unexpected. A child’s
reaction to danger differs from that
of an adult. Sometimes the approach
of a car will prompt a child to run
faster across the street instead of
staying on the sidewalk as an adult
may do.
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5. Expect what’s to be expected, too.
When a ball or a dog goes into the
street, look for a child to follow.
6. Watch the ground. Sometimes a
glimpse of feet is the only warning
that a young pedestrian is about to
enter traffic. Also, look for bicycle
wheels, dog paws and moving shadows.
7. Scan from side to side to stay aware
of children playing on the sidewalk
or along the road. Because their
eyesight and hearing are still developing, children may not always
sense when a moving car presents
danger. In fact, a surprising number
of youngsters become injured running into the sides of cars.
8. Look around, under and between
cars and other objects to ensure no
children are present.
9. Be alert in parking lots. The street is
not the only place of danger. The
combination of kids, buses and cars
trigger a lot of incidents in school
parking lots and driveways. Don’t
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Juvenile Fire Setting
uvenile fire setting is a serious problem. There is an increasing trend in
the number of fires set by children.
These are some of the frightening statistics:
• Children set 50% of all fires.
• More than 40% of juvenile fire setters
are under age 5, and 70% are younger
than age 10.
• Fires set by children account for
approximately 250,000 fires per year.
• 55% of all U.S. arson arrests are children under the age of 18.
• Almost half of these arrests are children 15 and under.
• As many as 6.8% of juveniles arrested
for arson are under the age of 10.
• The crime of arson has the highest
rate of juvenile involvement.
• It is the second leading cause of all
fatal home accidents.
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Fire setting is the largest cause of
home deaths among children.
• Almost 34% of the victims of childset fires are the children themselves.
These statistics may be low, because
many fires go unreported by parents.
Younger children typically set fires in
their home, often hiding in their bedroom,
a prime location for numerous flammable
items. Older children often play with fire
outside of the home. Most children who
set fires lack fire safety education, but
more importantly, appropriate parental
supervision. Children mistakenly believe
they can control the fires they set. Once a
fire is set, it only takes about two minutes
for the flame from a single match to set
an entire room on fire, and less than five
minutes for that fire to overtake an entire
house.
What surprises juveniles most are the
consequences. Anyone within the Arvada
Fire Department’s boundaries who intentionally sets a fire may be charged with
any of the four classifications of Arson,
Criminal Mischief and other charges. The
legal age someone can be charged with a
crime in the state of Colorado is 10 years
of age. If convicted, the juvenile and their
parents may have to pay restitution to the
fire department for their services to put
the fire out and to owner of the property
that was damaged. They may also have to
pay court costs. Oftentimes, the convicted
juvenile is required to attend a Juvenile
Fire Setting class and/or complete community service hours.
If you have concerns about your child’s
fire setting behavior, please call 303-4243012 and let one of our Life Safety
Educators answer your questions. !
Emergency Notification
LEAD DISPATCHER AMBER JONES
hat does it mean if you
receive a phone call in the
middle of the night with a
recorded message telling you to evacuate your home for safety reasons?
According to manufacturer’s recommendations every public safety agency
in Jefferson County has access to a system called First Call Emergency
Notification, more commonly known as
“Reverse 9-1-1”. In the event of an
emergency such as a wildfire, flooding,
chemical spill, police matter, etc.; where
life safety is a concern, this system may
be utilized. This is a computer-based
system that allows a public safety
agency to notify citizens in an effected
area of impending danger or a life safety situation. A phone call will be placed
to your home and/or cell phone with a
recorded message advising of the situation and giving instructions as to what
to do – stay inside, evacuate, etc. When
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the emergency event is mitigated, a second phone call will be made giving
additional instructions and advising if it
is safe to return to your home.
This is a highly effective system
and allows a public safety agency to
proactively make phone calls to numerous citizens within a matter of minutes.
The system can be activated any time,
day or night. It is also compatible with
all phones that have a TDD line (used
to communicate to the hearing
impaired). First Call has a feature that
ensures the message was delivered.
Both published and non-published
“land line” numbers are dialed. If a
busy tone is reached, the system will
continue trying for a pre-determined
amount of time until a person or an
answering machine is reached, in which
case the notification will be left on the
machine.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
If you currently use a cell phone for
your main phone or subscribe to a VoIP
(Voice over Internet Protocol) service
your phone needs to be registered in
order to receive Emergency Notification.
“Land line” phones are automatically
included in the database for each emergency agency. To register your cell number, or VoIP, visit www.your911.net or
contact the police or fire department for
assistance. You may also check or
update your home (land line) information using the same website. !
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Chief’s Report
BY FIRE CHIEF JON GREER
thought I would use this issue to
bring you up-to-date on a few things
going on in the department.
Station Two- Construction of new
station two at Ridge Road and Oak
Street is progressing very well. The
station should be up and running by the
first part of October. The walls are up
and the building is virtually enclosed.
This station is very similar to our station at 64th and Quaker. One of the big
changes is the addition of some training
elements in the building. These will
allow firefighters to simulate and train
on many of the functions they now
must drive to the Training Center to
perform. The idea is that it keeps the
engine and crew at their station in case
they are needed for an emergency
response. Currently, when they travel
to the Training Center for training, they
go out of service. While there still will
be a need for the crews to visit the
Training Center at times, this will greatly reduce those instances.
Our Injured Firefighters- Our two
injured firefighters I told you about in
the last issue are doing very well. One
of them has returned to full duty and is
back responding to calls. The second is
working for us on light duty and should
return to full duty later this year. It is
great having them back; we missed
having them around.
New Fire Engines- We ordered two
new fire engines in January and they
are finally done. These trucks will be
placed at Station Five, which is at 8100
Vance Drive and at Station Eight,
which is at 64th and Quaker. The units
they are replacing are over ten years
old, but they are not done providing
service to the district. They will now
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be placed on reserve status and used
whenever a front line engine goes out
of service for maintenance.
2012 Budget- We have begun the
process of developing the 2012 Budget.
Our income is decreasing about 2%, so
we are planning appropriately. This
budget work should be completed by
October and the District Board will
give final approval at their meeting in
December. I will provide a more complete picture of the budget and what
major accomplishments will be made
with that budget in the next issue.
Candelas- We are working with the
developers to schedule when we will
need stations in the area of this large
development. Right now, if the construction goes as the developers are
planning the first of two stations will be
needed in 2018. Financing of the station and the crews is being worked out
between the District Board and the
developers of the area. If you would
like to see what this development will
look like when completed go to
www.candelasco.com. It is a very
large project and we will eventually
need two stations, which will house two
engines and one truck (aerial) to service
the area. Of course the most expensive
part of these stations is not the upfront
construction and purchase of apparatus,
but the 12 firefighters per shift that will
be needed when all of the equipment is
up and operating. We are making plans
now regarding how this will be
financed so future generations will not
have to address this issue.
Thanks as always for letting us be
your fire department. It is an honor to
serve you. !
Youth Fire
Academy a
Success
wenty-one youth ages 11
to 14 participated in the
second Youth Fire
Academy this summer, July 13 15 at the Arvada Fire Training
Facility. The participants learned
about various aspects of being a
fire fighter. The youth crawled
through mazes, practiced reporting an emergency to a dispatcher,
maneuvered hose lines, toured a
fire engine, learned compressiononly CPR, and were able to
observe auto extrication up close.
The most favored activity was the
opportunity to race against the
fire fighters in tying knots they
learned from the Technical
Rescue crew. On the final day of
the academy, the youth were
joined by family and friends to
share what they had learned and
to celebrate their graduation.
Next summer, two more Youth
Fire Academies are scheduled.
Watch the Arvada Report in the
spring to sign up. !
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These two pages of The Arvada Report are for
and about Historic Olde Town Arvada (HOTA).
Authentic. Historic. Local. Independent.
www.oldetownarvada.org
There is a charming vibe that distinguishes Olde Town from any other place in the world.
We invite you to experience it for yourself.
Signature Events
Retail
Arvada Bead
Connection: 5771 Olde
Wadsworth Boulevard
Farmers Market:
Sundays June 5 September 25
rvada bead is Olde Town
premier and only bead store.
We have a large selection of
Seed Beads, Delicas, Semi-Precious,
Glass, Pearls, tools, findings and
more! We also offer classes, “how
to’s”, and great sales. We recently
purchased some special Toho size 11
beads. The special includes over 30
colors of size 11 and 11 hex. Come in
and get yours quick before we run out!
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National Night Out:
August 2
Flicks in the Square:
Fridays
August 5, 12, 19, 26
Festival of Scarecrows:
October 8
Visit www.arvadabeadconnection.com
for more information.
Dining
Grandview
Tavern & Grill:
7427 Grandview
Avenue
he Grandview
Tavern represents
everything that is
right about a local pub. It
is small, but cozy and the
mirrored dark wood back
bar adds an old-school
ambiance to the decor.
Perfect for after-work,
the food and drink will
not disappoint, especially
the blue burger!
Find us on facebook or
call 303-422-0781.
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Trick or Treat:
October 28
Laginappe:
December 5
www.oldetownarvada.org
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Beauty and
Wellness
Professional
Services
Arts &
Attractions:
Eli Ashby Healing Arts:
7401 Grandview Avenue
POUW & Associates
7417 Grandview Avenue
Arvada Ceramic Arts
Guild: 5870 Olde
Wadsworth Boulevard
ur Mission is to provide a beautiful, nurturing atmosphere offering
high
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quality,
innovative,
holistic
health
services,
information and
products as
well as
unique gifts, products, activities and education that support wellness for the body,
mind, spirit and community. We offer a
wide variety of services including
Acupuncture, Aqua Foot Bath with
Frequency Wave Technology, Crystal
Healing (BioMat Therapy w/ Energetic
Adjustments), Facials, Massage including
Deep Tissue, La Stone Therapy, Life
Coaching, Meditation, and much more.
We just celebrated our 6th anniversary in
July so come down and see what we can
do for you. Visit www.eliashby
healingarts.com..
Spotlight On:
Olde Town Gift Cards
istoric Olde Town Arvada has launched
a gift card program to help keep
money in Olde Town. The cards come
in $10 denominations and can be purchased at
the HOTA office at 7307 Grandview Avenue
or online at www.oldetownarvada.org. We
hope this program will introduce you to some
new businesses in Olde Town while you visit
your usual favorites. For more information,
please call 303-420-6100. The Olde Town
Gift Card can be redeemed at any participating business. For a complete list of participating businesses, visit ww.oldetown
arvada.org.
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ouw & Associates, Inc. is a
professional organization offering a diversified expertise in
Architecture, Planning, and Interior
Design. Located in Olde Town
Arvada, the firm has served a wide
variety of clients in the Rocky
Mountain region and western United
States. Founded in 1977 by Stanley
Pouw as a multi-disciplined design
firm, the practice has expanded to
deal with the increasingly complex
challenges of urban design, technology, environmental impact, project
management and construction techniques in order to better respond to
the professional needs of our clients.
Call 303-293-4646 for an appointment.
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he Arvada Ceramic Arts Guild
(ACAG) is a cooperative of
over 20 ceramic artists. The
goals of the organization include furthering ceramic education, providing
an inspirational and well stocked
work environment, sponsoring and
organizing ceramic art exhibits.
Workshops this August include the
EXTRUDER EXTRAVAGANZA
(August 13 and 14) with Donna
Kitchens which uses both stock and
participant-designed dies to create
functional and sculptural pieces.
$75 includes materials and bisque
firing. 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. both
days. Call 303-423-0448 to reserve
your spot today.
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720-898-7405
www.arvada.org/nature
www.facebook.com/majesticviewnaturecenter
7030 Garrison Street
Come get caught up in the wonderful world of spiders!
Discover what makes spiders unique, learn about
spider webs, identify which ones you really need to
watch out for, and get ready to catch some spiders in
the park. Sign up in advance!
Tai Chi at Majestic
View Nature Center
Karen Miller, Director
Charlotte Sandkuhler, Environmental
Education Specialist
Dudley Weiland, Center Specialist
Dean Bernard, Center Specialist
David Sullivan, Instructor
Hours
June 1-September 30:
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.;
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Mondays, September 12-October 31, 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Adults. $80 for the 8-week session.
Join us outside in the beautiful setting of the gardens
and lake at Majestic View. This Tai Chi is adapted from
the Sun form which means that it is slow, easy flowing
and centering, increasing flexibility, strength and
balance. Patricia Douglas is certified through Tai Chi
for Health Institute. Bring water, dress for the weather
and wear comfortable clothes. Inside area is available
if inclement weather. Register by September 6.
Majestic View Nature Center, providing
environmental education and awareness of
our natural resources, is located at 7030
Garrison Street in 80-acre Majestic View
Park. The center offers a variety of programs
and information for the general public,
schools, scouts, home school and community
groups.
Tuesday, September 13, 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Ages 10 years to adult, Free! Call to register.
Fall is a spectacular time of the year to see migrating
birds. Learn the basics of bird watching and then stroll
around Oberon Lake to view resident and migratory
birds. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have
them. Spotting scope will be provided.
All classes and activities require
pre-registration at 720-898-7405.
Wednesdays, September 14-November 16,
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 years
$90 for 10-week session.
Artist David Sullivan teaches about different creatures
and helps you portray them artistically. Draw, paint,
sculpt, and use other fun are techniques to examine and
learn about the many living creatures that make up the
Animal Kingdom. Bring your healthy after-school snack
each time. Please register by September 9.
Walking Arvada’s
Trails with a Naturalist
Gather at 6:15 p.m. Walks start at 6:30 p.m. Families
welcome. (Children must be accompanied by an
adult.) $3 per walker or $10 per family.
Join Arvada native, Dean Bernard, on a casual evening
walk along one of Arvada’s numerous trails. Walks will
be at a casual pace lasting 1-1 ½ hours, allowing us to
learn about Arvada’s history, local plants/trees, and our
city’s urban wildlife. Bring your water bottle and
walking shoes. Class size is limited, so pre-register.
Little Dry Creek Trail
Wednesday, August 10
Meet in front of Weber Elementary School,
8725 W. 81st Place, Arvada
Blunn Trail
Wednesday, September 14
Meet at the Arvada West Dog Park,
17975 W. 64th Ave.nue Arvada
Spider Quest
Saturday, August 27, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and again
12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Ages 4-10 years. $3.
Do black widows really live in Colorado? Is the daddy
long legs the most dangerous spider in the world?
Evening Bird Walk
Explore the Animal Kingdom
Through Art
Nature Adventures:
An Interactive Experience
The third Saturday of every month, 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
September 17, October 15.
Ages 4-6 years and parents. Free!
Celebrate the wonders of nature with your child
through short hikes, hands-on activities, crafts and
books. Dress for the weather as we may spend some
time outside. Different topics each month. Call in
advance to sign up.
Pollution Private Investigators
Saturday, September 24, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Ages 6-12 years Free! Call to register.
How can we stop it from ruining our natural habitats?
Learn about water pollution’s origins by playing a gooey
and gross game at the shore of Oberon Lake. Everyone will
leave feeling empowered about keeping our waterways
clean - especially important in times like these!
Project Learning Tree Early
Childhood Workshop
Saturday, October 1, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Adults. $25.
Teachers, child-care professionals, parents and youth
leaders are welcome. Earn professional development
credits and/or just have lots of fun using the awardwinning curriculum, “Environmental Experiences for
Young Children” with kids ages 3-6. Activities integrate
nature-based exploration, art, literature, math, music
and outdoor play, inspiring a connection to the natural
world. Fee includes workshop, curriculum guide, music
CD, lunch, and site tour. To register, call 303-202-4661,
or go to www.coloradoplt.org and click on Early
Childhood Experiences.
Pre-school Fun with Animals
Wednesdays, October 5-26, 10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Ages 3-6 years $15 for the 4 week session.
Jody Weiland teaches about a different kind of animal
each week. This 4-week class includes: M is for Monkey,
N is for North American Porcupine, O is for Octopus,
and P is for Penguin. Look into their wonderful world,
using books, stories, crafts and games. Sign up early!
Majestic View Travel Series:
Wild Costa Rica and Panama
Tuesday, October 25, 7:00p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Ages 10 years -adult. $3.
Few get to see a Quetzal, the spectacular rare classic
bird of Central America. See digital images of the
Quetzal in the mountains of the Cloud Forest, active
volcanoes, sloths, monkeys, water birds, and jungle
birds of the awe-inspiring rainforest. For mining steam
train buffs, images of an 1890’s gold mining operation
in Panama’s Darien National Park are shown. Presented
by Bob Barber, professional outdoor photographer.
Register by October 21.
School Field Trips:
Elementary Exploration Program
A Scientific & Cultural Facilities
District Tier III grant and Jefferson
County Open Space Foundation
assists in funding this program, a
Pre-K-6th grade science curriculum in which students learn environmental education concepts
throughout the 80-acre park and Nature Center.
Students rotate through stations and participate in
hands-on, fun activities. Topics are science standards
based, specific to grade level.
Elementary Exploration is offered weekday mornings
and can accommodate up to 75 students per program.
The cost is $3.75 per student. Call to schedule a field
trip for your group.
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These two pages of The Arvada Report
are for and about Arvada businesses.
business link
2011
Retention Program Awarded
The Arvada Microloan Fund
The City of Arvada and Arvada Economic
Development Association (AEDA) recently won the prestigious Award of Excellence from Business Retention and
Expansion International (BREI) for The Arvada Way of doing
business retention.
The Colorado Enterprise Fund (CEF) and Arvada
Economic Development Association (AEDA) launched the
new Arvada Microloan program to more than 50 bankers and
business leaders from around the metro area in May. The
event, held at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities,
was hosted by AEDA and CEF to promote, introduce, and provide guidelines to area bankers for Arvada businesses who are
seeking funding.
Each year, an award is given to an individual or group
contributing to the economic sustainability and growth of a
community, county, state or province. The nominated organization is judged on its economic strategy and measurable
improvements made to the community’s overall business climate. Special consideration is given to individuals and groups
providing innovative solutions to unique needs within the
given community.
A BREI member, AEDA’s business retention program
is embedded within a collaborative corporate culture called
The Arvada Way. More than 650 AEDA and City of Arvada
employees collectively work to support and grow the business
environment and further economic development strategies for
the whole city. Included in that culture are local and statewide
partners with like missions for business growth. AEDA strives
for strong working relationships within the City of Arvada, as
well as with businesses and various strategic alliances.
“This award has so many peoples’ names on it, our
coworkers at all levels in the City, City Council members,
AEDA Board of Directors and our many partners within the
community and beyond. It was a privilege to accept it on
behalf of all of them,” said Hazel Hartbarger, AEDA director.
Arvada’s business climate has been strengthened in a
number of ways including:
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City employees proactively and consistently seek innovative solutions to assist Arvada businesses and quietly contribute to their many successes
•
City employees assisting with marketing efforts, including
using social media to help attract businesses they believe
would be a good fit for the community
•
The Invest in Arvada campaign focused on encouraging
consumers to shop local.
“I am impressed at how effectively AEDA and the
City of Arvada work together to achieve important goals that
ultimately affect economic development,” said Debbie
Gardner, economic development assistant for York County
Economic Development in the State of Virginia.
Interested in a Retention Visit? Through our partnership with Arvada businesses, our community only gets
stronger. To schedule a visit, call 720-898-7010 or email
[email protected].
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The Arvada Microloan program was established and
designed for Arvada businesses to have increased access to
capital. Loans may be used for most business purposes including, but not limited to the following: inventory purchase, startup expenses, equipment purchase, operations, tenant finish and
property improvements, and purchase of a business. An applicant must meet program underwriting criteria established by
Colorado Enterprise Fund.
It’s easy to apply! Simply apply online at
www.coloradoenterprisefund.org or to request a loan application package call 303-860-0242 or toll free at 1-888-554-5539.
2011 Business Appreciation Event
The 2011 Business Appreciation Awards event is planned
for September 29, 2011. Arvada Economic Development
Association (AEDA) and the City of Arvada will be recognizing outstanding Arvada businesses during the event. If you
have a business located in the City of Arvada, you and a guest
are welcome to attend. Please contact AEDA for details. This
year’s event, “Best in the West,” will include recognition of
businesses for various reasons, such as significant contributions to the community, recent expansion, increased jobs, or
substantial investment in the community. For more information, contact AEDA at 720-898-7010 or visit www.aeda.biz.
Business Education Alliance (BEA)
The Arvada Chamber of Commerce is rolling out its newest
program, the Business Education Alliance (BEA). The program
matches Arvada-area businesses with educators to help high
school students prepare for the workforce via direct connections
and hands-on experiences. The program will implement a variety of initiatives, including business speakers in the classroom,
hosting a Bridge to Employment Lunch series, job shadowing,
providing internship opportunities and maintaining an E-Mentor
program. All projects aim to bridge the gap between what students learn in the classroom and what happens in the real world.
As a result, high school students will be better prepared to enter
the workforce after graduation. For more information on the
program or to get involved, contact Dot Wright at the Arvada
Chamber of Commerce at [email protected].
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Social Media Business Series
(Part 1 of 3)
Setting up your business Facebook
Fan page
Provided by 20/20 Strategy
Uncertain economic conditions keep
businesses looking for innovative ways
to market their products and services in
a cost-effective manner, and the everchanging world of social media is the
answer. More and more businesses are
researching social media initiatives like
creating a company Facebook Fan
page. The advantage? According to the
website BusinessInsider.com, there are
more than 500 million active Facebook
users. Creating and “liking” a Facebook
Fan page gives companies access to a
potential audience of hundreds, if not
thousands, of people – for free!
Facebook also provides your business
with the opportunity to tell a story,
interact with your customers, and of
course, brag about your business!
Here are simple steps to follow to
setup a Facebook Fan page:
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Once you’ve created an individual
Facebook account, click “create a
page” under the Pages tab located
along the left hand side of your
Facebook home screen.
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Fill out the appropriate information
as prompted.
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Upload a company logo to set as
your business profile picture for the
page. Businesses can also post other
images or information they have on
file related to their business (i.e.,
events, clients served, staff photos
and bios, etc).
•
Start posting! Update your business
Fan page wall by posting relevant
content based on your industry.
Don’t duplicate the information
found on your business’ website,
but post new information that will
engage your “fans.”
•
If someone “likes” your page, be
sure to thank them for it! This can
be done by simply posting a thank
you note to their wall.
•
Once you’re up to 25+ fans, create a
“vanity” URL so users can easily
locate your business on Facebook, i.e.,
www.facebook.com/investinarvada.
•
Don’t forget to add a Facebook
widget to your business website and
the website address on all written
pieces. Adding a Facebook Fan
page hyperlink in your email signature for all outgoing business client
messages is also a good idea (i.e.
“Like AEDA on Facebook”).
Coming in the next Arvada Report:
Can you promote your business
in 140 characters? Getting started
on Twitter.
There are many benefits to businesses that obtain SBE and DBE certification:
•
More attractive to prime contractors
looking to utilize local businesses
for locally and federally funded
projects
•
Listed in official SBE and DBE
directories
•
Receive work opportunity alerts and
gain local and national exposure
For more information on SBE and
DBE programs, visit the RTD website
at http://www.rtd-denver.com/
Biz_DBESBE.shtml or contact the
Civil Rights Small Business Office at
303-299-2111.
Upcoming BEST Sessions
New Arvada Businesses
Take advantage of upcoming
Business Education Series Training
(BEST) sessions offered through a partnership of Jefferson County municipalities and non-profit business organizations. Presented for the purpose of
encouraging successful growth in this
challenging business climate, these
seminars are relevant, diverse and
affordable!
The following are some of the new
Arvada businesses that have opened or
plan to open soon. For a complete listing of Arvada products and services
offered by new and existing businesses,
go to www.aeda.biz.
Master Security
Green Leaf Massage Center
11890 W. 64th Avenue, Unit 1
Bella A Boutique
14805 W. 64th Avenue, Unit A
Auto Bi-Nation
12191 W. 64th Avenue, Unit 111J
L & C Kids at Heart
8104 Chase Drive
Sip N Create
5752 Olde Wadsworth Boulevard
What You Need to Know About
Running a Home-Based Business:
Friday, August 19, 11:30 a.m - 1:00
p.m. at the Lakewood Cultural Center Community Room, 480 S. Allison,
Lakewood. The event is free, includes
lunch, and is presented by the City of
Lakewood and the West Chamber. For
information or to register contact
Rachel Griffin at 303-987-7734 or visit
http://www.jeffcobrc.org/Business
Education/
RTD Supports Small Businesses
The RTD Gold Line, scheduled to
arrive in Arvada in 2016, allows
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
(DBE) and Small Business Enterprise
(SBE) certified businesses to bid on
upcoming Gold Line projects in
Arvada. RTD’s DBE and SBE programs aim to create a level playing
field for companies in Colorado. The
programs are designed to help businesses resolve their financial challenges and
qualify for DBE and SBE certification.
Businesses that apply and receive program certification can gain a competitive edge in the market.
Fall into autumn by
enjoying Arvada local
flavors, festivals and
unique local
shopping.
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Arts & Soles 3.5k Family Walk/Run
ark your calendars! It’s the
Arvada Center’s 35th birthday,
and the Arvada Council for
the Arts and Humanities will be hosting
its first ever 3.5K walk/run at the
Arvada Center on Sunday, September
18th to support arts education programs. The Arvada Center connects
with nearly 70,000 students each year
through its school-based programs, the
Arvada Center’s Arts Day theater performances and workshops which are
recognized and respected by educators
throughout Colorado. The Center also
offers more than 900 classes, workshops and camps that are diverse and
comprehensive including: ceramics,
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music, photography, visual arts, dance
and the humanities. The funds raised
through this event will enable us to
continue the Center’s commitment to
provide Arvada and the Denver Metro
area with quality arts education programs benefiting children.
This event will offer a wonderful
opportunity to support the arts in our
community by participating in a
fundraising walk/run for all ages.
Participants can choose from 3.5K
walk or 3.5K run options. For kids
under 10, we’ve also added a race at
the children’s sculpture park, featuring
Squiggles. The run will end with every
child receiving a medal. The kid’s race
will start promptly at 8:00 a.m. There
will be a mass start at 8:15 a.m. for
walkers/runners.
Awards will not be presented for
finish places; rather we will hold sponsor merchandise drawings for everyone.
You must be present to win.
Course closes at 11 a.m.
Pre-registration for the event is just
$25 per person through September 4
and $35 thereafter. Family and Team 4packs may be purchased for $65
through September 4 and $75 thereafter. To register, visit
www.Active.com.
Arvada Associated Modelers (AAM) Assists with Global
Experimental R/C Model Project Hyperion Report
“From Germany to Australia via Colorado in Three Minutes”
BY: MARK JOHNSON, AEROSPACE ENGINEERING GRADUATE STUDENT, UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
APRIL 23, 2011; ARVADA ASSOCIATE MODELERS AIR PARK
n April 23, 2011, a group of
engineering students from
around the globe convened at
the Arvada Associated Modelers
Airpark to conduct a three-minute
demonstration flight of Hyperion.
Hyperion is the most recently completed graduate project based at the
University of Colorado’s (CU)
Aerospace Engineering Sciences
department. Hyperion is an experimental, 10-foot span composite aircraft
designed to demonstrate hybrid power
technology on a modified blended-wing
platform.
The Hyperion team consists of graduate students from CU as well as the
Universities of Stuttgart (Germany) and
Sydney (Australia). The team was
faced with the challenge of finding a
suitable testing site to fly the aircraft.
The Arvada Modelers Airpark, located
only 20 minutes south of Boulder,
quickly emerged as the top choice in
meeting this objective. The primary
runway was considered necessary for
Hyperion: a 750 feet long, 50 feet
wide, smooth, highway-grade concrete
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surface that proved to be ideal for flight
testing a novel aircraft geometry.
Combined with the welcoming, curious
and community-oriented club members
who accompanied the team at the airpark and advised on safety, these attributes finalized the team’s decision to
schedule a test flight.
On the morning of April 23rd, light
snow was falling and the cloud ceiling
was low, but winds were adequate for
flying. The Hyperion team, accompanied by R/C pilot James Mack of
Boulder, met at the airfield and promptly conducted a final check-out flight of
a half-scale prototype aircraft. The prototype was launched eastbound and
flew perfectly. Satisfied with the
results, the team completed final preparations and assembly of Hyperion and
started rolling the cameras. After a
brief taxi and weight & balance check,
the aircraft accelerated down the runway and rotated smoothly in a distance
of less than 200 feet. The 45 lb experimental model lifted off and climbed
into the air to the cheers of spectators
and students alike. After making a few
circles north of the runway, the aircraft
settled on all three wheels without a
scratch as it rolled down the 750 foot
runway.
The Hyperion team documented
several lessons learned from this project, aside from the design tasks of the
project itself. The logistics of flying,
from weather limits to personnel coordination to FAA requirements all came
into play as the project entered the flight
test phase early this year. Having a
helpful ground crew of experienced
modelers, like the group at AAM,
proved to be a huge help in making the
final demonstration of this project a success. Contact: Professor Jean Koster,
[email protected].
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
AUGUST
August
8
12
15
19
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20
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Arvada City Council,
Study Session, 5:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
Beethoven,
Olde Town Square
See page 1
W. Michael Northey Benefit
Arrowhead Golf Course, Noon
Wizard of Oz,
Olde Town Square
See page 1
Dog Swim,
11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m., Lake
Arbor (7451 W. 83rd Way) and
Secrest (6820 W. 66th Avenue)
swimming pools
See page 19
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17
19
24
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6:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
Ghostbusters
Olde Town Square
See page 1
Arvada City Council, 6:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
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9-11
12
6:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
EPTEMBER
September
5
11
Labor Day
Arvada City Hall Closed
86th Annual Arvada Harvest
Festival, Olde Town Arvada
See pages 6 - 7
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10
Arvada City Hall
15
Community Shred-A-Thon,
8:00 a.m. – Noon
Arvada Center Parking Lot
17
Apex PRD Foundation Golf
Tournament, Indian Tree Golf
Club, Noon
See page 18
6:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
20
Art and Soles 3.5K Run/Walk,
Arvada Center 8:00 a.m.
See page 30
Citizen Crime Prevention
Class, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
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6:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
6:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
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Trick or Treat Street,
Olde Town Arvada
4th Annual Remembrance Run,
7:30 a.m.
Memorial Park (7365 W. 59th
Avenue)
6:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
Arvada Cemetery Tour, Arvada
Cemetery (5581 Independence
Street) Noon - 3:00 p.m.
See page 8
Festival at the West Arvada
Dog Park (17975 W. 64th
Parkway)
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
See page 2
Arvada City Hall
O
October
CTOBER
3
6:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
5
Crime Free Multi-Housing
class hosted by Arvada Police,
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
8
Festival of the Scarecrows,
Olde Town Arvada
Arvada Cemetery
5581 Independence Street
Arvada Center:
Arvada City Hall:
8101 Ralston Road
Lake Arbor Pool
7451 W. 83rd Way
Memorial Park
7365 W. 59th Avenue
Olde Town Square
Olde Wadsworth Boulevard and
W. 57th Avenue
Secrest Pool
6820 W. 66th Avenue
West Arvada Dog Park
17975 W. 64th Parkway
Dates subject to change.
Confirm with appropriate agency.
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He’s Back!
Ragtime
Chess, A Musical
September 13 - October 2, 2011
March 27 - April 15, 2012
The Road to Mecca
October 11 - November 6, 2011
The 1940’s Radio Hour
November 29 - December 23, 2011
Twelfth Night,
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May 1 - 27, 2012
The Importance of
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Legally Blonde,
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Wed, Aug 17, 7:30 p.m.
George Thorogood
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Sun, Aug 14, 7:30 p.m.
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Gipsy Kings
Gillian Welch
Wed, Sept 7, 7:30 p.m.
Colorado
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Colorado
Ballet & The
Playground
The Denver
Brass & the
Arvada Chorale
Romeo & Juliet
Fri & Sat, Aug 19 & 20,
7:00 p.m.
Sat, Aug 27,
7:00 p.m.
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