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October 2012
A family friendly community
October 2012
By Ron Brink
President................Ron Brink
Vice Pres…Karen Padrevita
Treasurer…....Sandy Inglis
Recorder..............Jean Henke
Publisher/Advertising…….......Jean Henke,
Forget-Me-Not Publishing, 13143 Hadar Dr.,
Littleton, CO. 80124,
Guest Editor for this issue ……Sandy Inglis
Adopt-A-Trail/Clean-Up
Director…………..Ron Brink
Acres Green School Advisor Council
Rep. ……………..…Ron Brink
Membership
Director…..Alyce Reichardt
Senior Activities Director .........Kathy Koch
232 Dianna Dr., Littleton, CO 80124
Social Activities
Community Garage Sales—June 2013
4th of July Children’s parade organizer
Karen Padrevita………. .
South Suburban Representation
Director.............Pat Perlinger
Welcome Committee
Director.......Karen Padrevita
E-mail officers through the
Official Website:
Acresgreen.org
To establish a neighborhood watch on
your block contact the Douglas County Sheriff’s department at 303-660-7505.
AGHOA Meeting:
Date: Thurs. Oct. 18, 2012
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Place: South Metro Fire Station
on Maximus Dr.
See agenda on page 12
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This is my last
article as President
of the AGHOA. I will
be stepping down at the next
meeting in October. I have
mixed emotions. On one hand I
think the organization needs
new leadership and new blood.
On the other I will miss being
"in charge" even though most
will tell you I'm just a figurehead; Jean, Sandy and Karen
really run things (mostly true
too).
the Vice President of the AGHOA
for the past six years. Karen,
besides being the Vice President, helps out as the Welcoming Committee - puts together
new neighbor packets and delivers them to new resident in
Acres Green. She has also organized the Fourth of July Acres
Green parade and events afterward for the kids for several
years.
If there was something that
needed to be done - Karen was
I am hoping we have a good the first to step up and volunturnout for the election. We
teer. She has done an outhave two outstanding residents standing job and deserves our
of Acres Green running for ofvote and support to be the next
fice. First is Matt Fierro who
President. Both of these folks
would like to step up to be our
are deserving of these positions.
next Vice President. He brings
Please come out to the next
a lot of energy to the organiza- meeting to meet and greet
tion and is currently our
these outstanding residents of
"webmaster" for the AGHOA web Acres Green.
site. He has spent hours (too
many) getting it working, updatPlease see Karen’s bio on
ing the web page with current
page 7 and Matt’s on page 9.
information for all residents and
anyone else that may want to
Karen and Matt are running
find out about Acres Green.
unopposed. If you want to vote
Matt has been doing this for
the past few years and has
shown a desire to get more involved with the AGHOA and the
Acres Green community. I
would strongly recommend Matt
and I hope you will feel the
same after spending a few
minutes with him at one of our
meetings.
you need to attend the meeting.
Keep in mind that any community is only as good as the
residents who get involved. Let’s
not rely on the same people to
get things done in the community. As Karen and Matt take on
new responsibilities this would
be a great time to think about
stepping forward to help out in
various areas. Come talk to us
Now, for the position of Pres- at the Oct. 18th meeting.
ident. Karen Padrevita has been
October 2012
Dates
Event
Location
Times
More Information
1st Sat.
alternating
locations
Big Band Ballroom Dances
Live Big Band hits Featuring:
Windjammers Jazz Orchestra.
Dance lesson included
Buck Rec. Center (Oct. 6, Dec. 1, 6:30—9:30
Feb. 2)
p.m.
Lone Tree Rec. Center (Nov. 3,
Jan. 5, Mar. 2)
Tickets online or at the door.
Fee $8 District Rate www.sspr.org
Buck: 303-730-4612
Lone Tree: 303-708-3513
June 1, 2011—
Dec. 2012
Denver Water construction of
2nd storage reservoir
Updates posted at:
www.denverwater.org/lonetree
Construction
times 7 a.m.—
4:30 p.m.
Contacts: Brock Southwick
[email protected] or 720-348
-8425, Joe Sloan
[email protected] or 303628-6320
Tuesdays
Line Dancing with Maggie
Lone Tree Rec Ctr., 10249
Ridgegate Cr., Lone Tree
Beg. 2—3 p.m. Drop-in program, no registration is
Int. 3—4 p.m. necessary. Fee $4 district Rate; 65+
$3 district rate.
Last Tues of
each month
Coffee & Chats—Come for
coffee and learn about helpful
health topics and other
community events. FREE
Lone Tree Rec Ctr., 10249
Ridgegate Cr., Lone Tree
11:15 a.m. —
12:15 p.m.
Drop-in program no registration is
necessary. FREE event. For more
information call 303-730-4609
3rd Thurs.
South Metro Fire Station on
Acres Green Home Owners’
Association Meetings (3rd Thurs. Maximus Dr. unless otherwise
specified
7 p.m.—8:30
p.m.
Ron Brink,
n/a
Deadline for advertising,
articles for the Dec. issue of the
Greenleaf
5 p.m.
Jean Henke, Newsletters are
published in Feb., April, June, Oct.
and Dec.
Oct. 18
Nov. 15
—Feb., Apr., June, Oct. , & Dec.)
Welcome Committee — New to the
community or know of someone who is,
please contact Karen Padrevita. We’ll get a
welcome package out so you can welcome a
new neighbor.
Be the first to receive the Greenleaf. Send
your e-mail address to us Note: you are responsible for
Default City Mailing Petitions
City designation makes a difference. Acres Green is in unincorporated Douglas County as such, the sales tax on items
coming to our homes (autos, building supplies, appliances,
etc.) should be taxed at the rate of 5 %. This is based on the
following sales taxes: state tax 2.9%, Douglas County 1%,
RTD 1% and CD (Cultural & Scientific District) .10%.
Acres Green is excluded from the Football Stadium tax.
allowing access to your e-mail address.
Contrast that to Lone Tree with a sales tax rate of 6.81% &
Aircraft Noise Line - To register complaints 6.9125%. Other concerns include insurance rates, property taxes and emergency services. Remember if you purchase someabout loud or low flying aircraft at
thing delivered to your home. The sales tax is only 5%. There
http://www.centennialairport.com/
is no deadline for this activity.
Complaints or call 303-790-4709.
To have the default city name as Littleton, petitions need to
contain names, addresses and signatures from all homes on a
Guest Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sandy Inglis given street, with vacant homes marked as vacant. Send the petition to: U.S. Postal Service, Attn: Mr. Brent Todd CSA room
1138, Denver CO 80266-9334 or scan and e-mail petition to
[email protected]
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October 2012
Information provided by Lynne Wachter, Communications Department, South Suburban Parks and Recreation
Thursday Lunches, October,
noon – 1 pm, Douglas H. Buck
Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave. Littleton. Join us for the
weekly lunch. On October 18, accordion player Peter Kron will provide live Oktoberfest entertainment. For all lunch reservations,
call 303-797-8787 by Wed. at
noon.
Spooktacular, Friday, October
19, 5:30 -8 pm, Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University
Blvd., Centennial, FREE. A safe
“trick or treat” experience for children up to 11 years. Come enjoy
Little Monster’s Mansion, Haunted
House, Cup Cake Walk, Arts &
Crafts, Tattoos, Spooktoddler,
Trunk or Treat Street, Carnival
Games and Costume Contests! For
more information, call 303-4837062.
Hoofin’ it Through the Hollows
Run, Saturday, October 27, 5:45
pm, deKoevend Park, 6301 S. University Blvd. Take a spooky sprint
at dusk along the Highline Canal.
Enjoy music, goodies, and prizes
for best costume! All ages and abilities are welcome. Costume contest
at 5:30 pm before start of race. For
information, call 303-798-7515.
Register online:
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HoofinIt
Monster Mash, Halloween Bash,
Saturday, October 27, 6-9 pm,
Family Sports Center, 6901 S Peoria St., Centennial. Come enjoy a
spooky laser tag challenge, eXerGame Zone, inflatables, bumper
cars and the climbing wall. From 89 pm, enjoy a Halloween skate and
costume contest. Skate rental included. No masks due to safety
concerns. For information, call 303
-708-9500.
tion Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave.
Littleton. Tweens have fun with
friends, ages 9-14 and enjoy games
and contests while listening to their
favorite beats played by a live DJ.
Swimming available. For information, call 303-483-7036
Towel Day, Wednesday, October
Blood Screenings, October 16-19, 17, Lone Tree Recreation Center, ,
7-9:30 am, Buck, Goodson, and
Goodson Recreation Center, DougLone Tree Recreation Centers &
las H. Buck Recreation Center,
Family Sports Center. University
FREE. Begin your search now. No
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blood components. Appointments white towels, clean or sweaty (not
available or on a drop-in basis. 12- torn) to all South Suburban Recreahour fast required. For more infor- tion Centers and receive a prize for
mation, call 303-730-4610.
each towel. For more information,
call 303-798-2476.
•Lone Tree Recreation Center,
10249 Ridgegate Circle, Lone Tree Youth Winter Basketball Regison Tues., Oct. 16.
tration, Friday, October 26
•Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 (deadline) or until teams are full,
S. University Blvd., Centennial on South Suburban Athletics Office,
Wed., Oct. 17.
6631 S. University Blvd., Centen•Douglas H. Buck Recreation Cen- nial. Register online at
ter, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton www.sspr.org or Athletics Office
on Thurs., Oct. 18.
weekdays, 8 am-5 pm. For more
•Family Sports Center, 6901 S Peo- information, call 303-798-7515.
ria St., Centennial on Fri., Oct. 19.
2nd Annual Passionately Pink
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Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle,
Colorado Boulevard, Centennial,
Lone Tree. Kids ages 9-14 come
Colorado 80126-5237 Open to the
for crazy games, contests, conces- public. For more information,
sions and costumes. For inforplease call 303-483-7034.
mation, call 303-483-7036.
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for the Cure ®!
7-10 pm, Douglas H. Buck Recrea(Continued on page 9)
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October 2012
By Pat Perlinger
You have probably heard by now, a
coalition has been formed to study
and solve the congestion problems
on C-470. The group of local governments called The C-470 Corridor Coalition began work on the
project early last year.
early last year, and the Public Outreach portion of the process is going on as I write this column. A
number of Telephone Town Hall
Meetings have been held with thousands of citizens participating. Additionally a number of Open Houses were held in mid to late September.
The group's stated goals are:
Hopefully some of you saw the
1. Develop and evaluate
invitations and participated in those
cost-effective options for funding C open houses. The outreach group is
-470 Corridor improvements
also doing presentations to groups
2. Reach consensus on tech- such as Chambers of Commerce
nical solutions for the Corridor
and Home Owners Associations.
3. Develop a strategic plan
One of the frequently asked
for phased implementation.
questions is about funding......"Why
do we need to consider tolling and
Acres Green is represented by
other sources of funding?" The anDouglas County. Also represented swer is pretty simple..... There is
in the group are: Lone tree, Highvirtually no Federal or State fundlands Ranch, Centennial, Littleton, ing available for this project.
Englewood, along with Jefferson
If the problems on C-470 are to be
and Arapahoe Counties. CDOT
solved, additional funding sources
(Colorado Department of Transpor- must be found.
tation) and other government entiI have attended most of the Polities are involved as well.
cy Group Meetings, and have
been named to the Citizens AdvisoThe group is evaluating three opry Group for the Coalition. If you
tions:
are interested in this project (and
Option A. Build an addiyou should be), I would like you to
tional lane in each direction, with
go online to C-470Coalition.com.
two free lanes and one tolled.
This excellent website created by
Option B. Build an addithe Coalition will provide you with
tional lane in each direction, and
statistics, information on the C-470
toll all lanes.
Coalition itself, results of surveys,
Option C. Build an addiand excellent graphics explaining
tional lane in each direction and
potential solutions.
pay for it with funding from
Your input to the project is imsources other than tolling.
portant. Once you've reviewed the
(Possibly a sales tax or property
information, if you wish, you can
tax)
send your comments and questions
Meetings have been held since to the Coalition. Your input and
opinions are important. It's your
road and your money.
The website should provide almost any information you require,
but if I can be of help give me a
call.
If I don't have the answer, I can
probably point you in the right direction.
On a personal note. My wife
Evelyn and I celebrated our 50th
wedding anniversary September 15.
Evie is certainly the best thing that
has ever happened to me. We celebrated with four of our five kids
and their families including
thirteen of our seventeen grandkids...what a great time!
We thank all our friends and
neighbors who have expressed their
kind sentiments to us. We thoroughly enjoy living in this neighborhood, close to our kids and
grandkids, and of course our great
neighbors.
Trees and Bushes need extra
care this fall and winter
In addition to the hot weather
and lack of rain this summer, trees
and bushes are stressed, which inhibits their ability to defend against
disease and insects.
To help trees and bushes, water
when temps are above 50 degrees,
at the drip line which is even with
the outermost tips of the branches.
Add mulch 2 inches away from the
trunk. For online publications regarding plant care visit the CSU
extension website. http://
www.ext.colostate.edu/pubs/
pubs.html
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Candidate for AGHOA President
My name is Karen Padrevita and I
live on Mercury Drive. Like many, I
have a long history in Acres Green and
consider myself almost a native of the
neighborhood. My family bought the
house where I grew up in 1978 and I
was 3 years old when we moved in. I
have pictures of my house being built
and the undeveloped space behind my
house which is now Sweetwater Park and Lone Tree. I
went to Acres Green Elementary and to Highlands Ranch
when it was still a Jr. /Sr. High School. My husband and I
bought that same house from my family in 1997 and now
we are raising our family there. We have 2 boys, ages 9
and 7, and they keep my husband and I busy while we
also juggle full time careers.
I became involved with the Acres Green HOA 6 years
ago when I happened to be at a meeting and found there
was an empty seat on the Board for Vice President. I
honestly had no idea what I was getting myself into, but
it felt right to become more involved in the community
that I live in and raise my children in. One of the activities that I immediately took on as a volunteer was the
annual 4th of July Children's Parade. This event has been
a success each year and I truly enjoy seeing the smiles
on the kids’ faces and seeing our neighbors having the
opportunity to meet one another.
I have learned a lot from participating on the HOA
over the years and one of the most valuable lessons has
been that it doesn't take much to make a difference in
our community. I've also had the great opportunity to
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October 2012
Jean Henke AGHOA Recorder & Publisher of the Greenleaf
The last meeting
of the AGHOA was held at the
Lone Tree Brewery on June 21,
2012. There was a small group in
attendance. We were pleased to try
the Acres O’Green Red beer that
evening. We would also like to
thank the Lone Tree Brewery for
making room for us at the site.
The first order of business was a
discussion regarding the new water
tower, the progress and completion
date. Once the tank is completed
much work to landscape, fix the
trail and the open space must be
completed.
A new 110,000 square foot
Cabelas will be located in Lone
Tree at I-25 at RidgeGate about a
mile south of Park Meadows Mall.
The stores will feature a gabled entry facade, fireplace, gun library,
bargain cave, fudge shop and
mountain replica, featuring North
American game animals shown in a
natural habitat setting
Sandy presented the Treasurer’s
report. There was not much activity. We had one returned check
which resulted in a charge of $35.
Other charges were delivery of the
newsletter for April and June
$500.00 and the charge from Excel
for the light at the East entrance
sign.. Available funds as of June 21
was $948.16. Upcoming bills include charges for the garden up to
$250., and two deliveries of the
newsletter for another $500.
That brings us to the new membership year, which will start in
Oct. so we are hoping to have some
more funds coming in at that time.
Karen mentioned that we have set
up a PayPal account so that people
can use that instead of sending a
check in, which should save people
time and postage. In addition this
will reduce the time for funds to
clear residents accounts. Residents
don’t have to have a PayPal account in order to use this method to
pay their dues.
Jean reported on the front garden improvements. A couple of
young men in the neighborhood
helped to install brick edging along
the sidewalk, added some rock
where there were bare spots and
mulch. The boys also helped trim
the bushes that were growing into
the paths.
We had a budget of $250 for the
front garden and needed to purchase a few more bricks to extend
the edging past the place where the
path comes into the sidewalk. Pat
offered $20 toward that cost and
Ron matched it with another $20 to
help with the purchase.
This was a good year to put in
mulch and hardscape since it was
so hot and we had no rain. Everyone agreed that the garden looks
much better.
The discussion next turned to
the possibility of us working with
South Suburban to get a permanent
enclosure for the port-a-potty that
they usually put in at Altair Park
during the summer for the games.
Pat is looking into that as a possibility for Matching Gifts next year.
Pat mentioned that the Lone
Tree celebration would be held as
usual, wristbands and all. (This
signs and had events planned including the fire truck.
Garage sales were the next topic
of discussion. It appears quite a bit
of traffic came through the neighborhood in spite of the reduced advertising. People seem to be taking
advantage of Craig’s list and others
are reading those ads. Additionally
we’ve seen similar community garage sale signs going up in other
communities.
Ron asked if it would be worthwhile to make an interactive map
available on the website that would
show people a list of items that are
available for sale at individual sites.
Matt indicated that there is already
an app for that and so it looks like
we should be able to give people
instructions on how to do that for
next year’s sale.
Finally, talk turned to the election of a new President and Vice
President for the AGHOA. Two
home owners stepped forward to
the challenge. See Ron’s story on
page 1.
meeting was held before all fireworks
were banned this year. Lone Tree set
off the fireworks on Labor Day weekend.)
3.
Answers to QUESTIONS for the June
21st meeting:
1.
2.
4.
Karen talked to us about the
Welcome Committee and the 4th of 5.
July Children’s parade. Jean apolo6.
gized for not having it in the June
7.
newsletter. Karen was putting up
What was the name of the AGHOA
President before me (Prior to my first
term)? Daryl Sweet
What are the name(s) of the president
between my first term and this second, never ending term? David Oliver, Doug Welborn, Jim Orgaard
How many years have I been the
AGHOA president (total)? 8
How many different filings are there
in Acres Green? 6
How many homes are in Acres
Green? 1053
When was the first home built? 1973
When was the last home built? 1996
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October 2012
(Continued from page 4)
Candidate for Vice President
Matthew Fierro is the
current webmaster / administrator for the
Acresgreen.org website
and the social networking
sites for the HOA.
South Suburban
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South Suburban Recreation Centers feature Local
Artists in October
South Suburban Parks and Recreation’s Douglas A.
Buck, Goodson and Lone Tree Recreation Centers are
featuring temporary art exhibitions by local artists during
the month of October.
Robyn Balli is displaying her watercolor paintings of
animals, flowers, and landscapes September 29 – OctoHis wife Sarah and his 3
ber 30 at Goodson Recreation Center, located at 6315 S.
daughters, Isabella, Alyssa
University Blvd., Centennial, 303-798-2476. It is entitled
and Lola were all born and
“Watercolors by Robyn.”
raised in Acres Green.
Sue Shehan’s exhibit “The Journey” consists of
paintings
in soft pastels and is on display September 29 –
By day, Matthew is a Roaming Operations
October 30 at Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249
Manager for a wireless carrier and enjoys technolRidgegate Circle, Lone Tree, 303-708-3500.While she is
ogy, paintballing, skiing, spending time with his
inspired by all of nature’s brilliant colors, it is the Colofamily and watching football and basketball.
rado skies that have captivated her. She invites her audience to experience nature through the world of pastels.
He's currently participating in the Lone Tree
The work of Asa Battles, Native American and WestPolice Department's Citizens Police Academy and ern artist, is on exhibit September 29 – October 30 at
is due to graduate at the end of October.
Douglas A. Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers
Ave., Littleton, 303-797-8787. His use of graphite pencil
as well as pen and ink for his illustrations of American
Indian people, life-styles, and landscapes creates authenticity and realism to his subject matter.
Delivery of the Greenleaf Newsletter is being
South Suburban’s Public Art Committee encourages
done by an energetic neighbor. She has agreed to
deliver this issue of the Greenleaf for us. We may Colorado artists to submit an application to display their
artwork on a temporary basis at various South Suburban
look at other options for delivery for the Dec. issue. We will keep you informed. Your feedback is recreation facilities. For a complete list of guidelines and
an art exhibition application, please visit www.sspr.org
helpful.
Please look for the upcoming door hanger from or contact Vickie Willis at 303-483-7072.
Metrum Credit Union. The AGHOA will have
some information included.
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October 2012
By Kathy Koch
The Arapahoe/Douglas Workforce
Center has a program tailored to those of
us who are 50 and older called Generations at
Work. They offer individual assistance, computer
training, workshops and job fairs. Check out their
website at http://www.adworks.org/index.php/job
-seekers/programs/50-fabulous/ or google Arapahoe Douglas Works for information and a calendar
of events.
Cost for a two line ad $5.00, each additional line is $2.00.
Seniors 60 and over can place service ads FREE for the first 2
lines. We reserve the right to refuse advertising space in this
publication.
Snow Shoveling, Lawn Care and Baby or Pet sitting Attention YOUTH UNDER 18 — advertise your snow
shoveling, lawn care or baby or pet sitting services here FREE.
Youth ads for Baby/pet sitting, Snow Shoveling and Lawn Care
ads can run for up to five issues only (one year) or through the
season (i.e., Lawn Care — April, May/June only, Snow
removal — Oct., Dec. & Feb.). To place or extend ads call
Jean .
Senior Health Insurance Assistance Program
(SHIP) is available through South Suburban at the
Buck Recreation Center in Littleton. They offer a
special program about Medicare to help you understand your options, make informed choices,
know your rights and save money. They offer free
one-on-one health insurance counseling and assistance to people with Medicare and their families.
They will also do a benefits check-up. This is available on the first Thursday of each month at 1
pm. Call 303-730-4605 for an appointment.
BABYSITTING, Red Cross Certified—Call Alissa
at 303-437-7281
BABYSITTING, Red Cross Certified—Call
Amanda at 303-974-0009
BABYSITTING, HOUSE OR PET SITTING—
Call Ashley 720-215-894
BABYSITTING, Red Cross Certified - Call
Sadie 303-768-9709
BABYSITTING—Red Cross trained Call Rachel
303-649-1751
BABYSITTING—Call Brittany at 303-799-8113
BABYSITTING—4H, CPR and First Aid trained
Call Courtney 303-792-2512
MOTHER’S HELPER—will play with your
children while you do laundry, pay bills, clean, etc.
Let me help you. Olivia 303-362-0841
PIANO LESSONS—Seven years old and up. Please
call Mrs. Cronk at 303-799-8856
SNOW SHOVELING-Call Erik 303-925-1465
WATERING, PET SITTING—Call Zac at 303-916
-3946
Senior Resource Day, Friday, October 12, 9:30
am-2 pm, Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers
Ave. Littleton, FREE.
The following information was provided by Lynne Wachter of South Sub-
Arapahoe Council on Aging presents Pathways to Wisdom. Colorado first lady, Dottie Lamm,
will be the keynote speaker for the event, which includes over 80 exhibitors, a document shredder
truck and many resources that are especially valuable for seniors. For more information, call 303- 2732855.
urban:
Keep Current on events or issues that affect this
community through the official Acres Green Web
Site: Acresgreen.org We will do our best to post
information pertinent to the community in a timely
manner.
Letters to the editor should be no more than 250 words and include the writer’s
name, address and telephone number. Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are
those of the writer and not necessarily those of the publisher, editor or the HOA board.
Letters containing misinformation, libelous statements or unsigned letters will not be
printed.
Letters to the editor should be addressed to: Jean Henke,
Advertisers: The next issue of the Greenleaf comes
out in Dec. The Deadline to advertise in that issue is Nov.
15.
When hiring anyone advertising in this publication, residents are
urged to do their own research. Complaints regarding improper behavior
will result in immediate removal of an ad.
Ads placed in this newsletter do not necessarily reflect the opinions
of the editor or the AGHOA.
Advertising Policy: This newsletter is published privately for the residents and homeowners of
Acres Green, by Forget-Me-Not Publishing. The Association does not fund this publication, but does pay
for its delivery, which notifies residents of HOA meetings required by the Bylaws.
Advertisements pay expenses related to publishing this newsletter. The publisher reserves the right
to refuse advertising to any person or company. Publisher does not recommend or sanction any
advertisement. Advertisers are expected to treat clients and the community ethically. Complaints from
residents are given serious consideration.
A complete copy of the policy statement for advertising can be received by
sending a SASE to: Jean Henke, 13143 Hadar Dr., Littleton, CO 80124.
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October 2012
Orthodontist
“We Create Happy Smiles”
Your Kids Will Love Our Office
Children, Teens, and Adults
Over 21 Years
Experience
David E. Gold, D.D.S., P.C.
$350 OFF
Full Treatment
Plan
New Patients Only
Not valid with any other offer, or
Some Dental Insurance Plans
303-792-0345
FREE
www.davidegoldddspc.com
Orthodontic Consultation
 State of the Art Braces & Treatment
 Traditional Braces, Clear Braces
 Joint Therapy & Bite Correction,
New Patients Only
Include Panoramic X-ray
Not valid with any other offer, or
Some Dental Insurance Plans
We rarely use expanders
Southglenn
Professional Center
6650 S. Vine St., Ste. L-80
Centennial, CO 80121
HOURS: Mon—Thurs 9—6
Sat. Appointments Available
 Serving Acres Green, Lone Tree and
Highlands Ranch for over 20 years.
Hablamos Española · We Accept Most Insurance Plans · Convenient Payment Plans
Commercial • Residential •
Service
ELECTRICAL • HEATING •
AIR CONDITIONING
Advertising in the Greenleaf
The Greenleaf is delivered to 1053 homes 5 times
a year (Feb., April, June, Oct. & Dec.) The cost to
advertise is $25 per issue for a business card size ad.
That is less than .11 cents per address. Other sizes
are also available.
Contact Jean at 303-649-1497 for more information.
Eagle Tree Service
(303) 791-7727
303-799-8899
24 hour emergency service
Chris Knapp
Acres Green Residents for over 12 years.
Arborist
Thanks to all our customers for their
continued patr onage
www.Franklinelectrichvac.com
Better Business Bureau
Gold Star Recipient
Acres Green Resident
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Trimming & Removals
Minor Landscaping & Consulting
Disease & Pest Examination
Seasoned Firewood
Licensed and Insured
October 2012
Pay AGHOA Dues through PayPal
The AGHOA has recently
made arrangements for home
owners to pay their AGHOA
membership dues through PayPal. Home owners don’t even
have to have a PayPal account to
make use of this service. The instructions for using PayPal follow.
By using this service home
owners will save time and postage. Additionally funds will clear
your accounts in a more timely
manner.
We hope that many of you
will take advantage of this service. Annual dues for 2013 are
being accepted now.
Instructions for PayPal:
From the AGHOA website
(www.acresgreen.org), chose
which level of membership you
will be paying for ($25.00Family, $15.00-Individual and
$5.00-Senior) and simply click
on the PayPal link.
If you don't have a PayPal
account, click on" Don't have a
PayPal Account?" to continue.
Enter in your debit or credit
card information along with your
name and address. You will receive a receipt via email and the
funds will be taken from the card
account that you provided.
Vote Nov. 6th (early voting Oct. 22—Nov 2)
Potential voters must be registered by Oct. 9th to vote
in the Nov. 6th election. Mail-in requested ballots will be
sent to voters the week of Oct. 15—19 and must be received at a drop-off location by 7 p.m. on Nov. 6th.
Early voting location closest to Acres Green: Douglas
Future meetings — the Third Thursday of
the following months: Dec. 2012.
AGHOA meeting Thursday 7:00
p.m. at the South Metro Fire Station
on Maximus Dr.
Election of new Officers
Call for additional volunteers
Status of Denver Water 2nd storage
res.
Building around us - updates
Status Committee Efforts (Treasurer,
Membership Director, South Suburban
Rep., Seniors, Welcome, Social
Committee)
Other business
County Park Meadows Ctr. 9350 Heritage Hills Circle. On
election day you must vote at your precinct location. Acres
Green precincts are 206 & 207, that voting location is
Word of Life Christian Center, 8700 E. Park Meadows Dr.
For more information regarding drop off locations, requesting mail-in ballots and more visit;
http://www.douglas.co.us/clerk/elections/index.html
2013 Acres Green Home Owners’ Association Membership Form
Mail to: AGHOA, c/o Alyce Reichardt, 756 Mercury Cr., Littleton, CO 80124.
Make checks payable to: Acres Green Home Owners’ Association (AGHOA).
To remain current as a member in the AGHOA you must pay dues annually. Home Owners Only! Join Today!
Dues for 2013: Family $25, Individual $15, Senior (family) $5.
When volunteering for a committee deduct $10 from dues. Indicate: Family __, Individual __, or Senior __
I volunteer to serve the community in the following way ________________________________.
Name_____________________________ Spouse (significant other) ___________________________
Street Address_________________________________
Phone Number_____________________ E-mail Address: _______________________________
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