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Simms Street Pedestrian,
Bike Lane Nears Completion
n June, the Arvada City Council
approved a construction contract with
Northstar Concrete in the amount of
$166,035.50 for the Simms Street bike
lane and pedestrian facility. This much
needed and long-awaited project consists
of an on-street bike lane, pavement
widening, curb and gutter, and a meandering concrete sidewalk along the west
side of Simms Street from W. 69th
Avenue (Ralston Creek Trail) to W. 72nd
Avenue. It links existing sidewalks in the
area as well as the City’s bicycle trail
system.
Funding for the project was made
possible in part through a Safe Routes to
School grant awarded to Arvada and
administered through the Colorado
Department of Transportation and the
Federal Highway Administration. This
grant program was formed as a means of
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encouraging walking and biking for elementary and middle school children. The
grant amounted to $101,146; the City of
Arvada will contribute the remaining
amount.
The project completes a missing link
in Oberon Middle School’s suggested
walking route for seventh and eighth
graders. Oberon Middle School Principal
Dana Ellis was instrumental in providing
school support, a factor in CDOT’s selection process. “We are thrilled that this
sidewalk will be built,” Principal Ellis
stated. “We have a high percentage of
kids who attend Oberon that walk or bike
to school along this route, so the construction of the sidewalk will positively
impact many of our students.”
It is anticipated that the project will
be completed by the end of August.
Students at Russell Elementary School commemorate the school’s closure on
May 28 by releasing balloons. The school was closed by the Jefferson County
School District due to budget cuts. Former Russell students will attend the
former Arvada Middle School this fall, which has been converted to Arvada K-8.
Arvada Makes Money
Magazine’s “Best
Small Cities List”
see page 4.
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August/September 2010
Preservation for Living Project Kicks Off in
Four Arvada Neighborhoods
he City of Arvada has joined
forces with Historic Denver, Inc.
and graduate architectural students
at the University of Colorado to launch
the Preservation for Living project in four
Arvada neighborhoods. This project,
funded in part by the State Historical
Fund and the National Trust for Historic
Preservation Partners in the Field
Program, includes a series of free informational workshops on topics such as
historic tax credits, window and masonry
repairs, and energy efficiency measures
in older homes. A “pattern book” of suggestions on how to sensitively remodel or
make additions to older pre-war homes in
the Stocke-Walter and Reno Park historic
districts, and for early post-war ranch
houses in the Alta Vista and Allendale
subdivisions of Arvada, will also be
developed.
The Reno Park and Stocke-Walter historic districts, which developed to the
east and west of Olde Town Arvada, consist mainly of pre-World War II housing
patterns ranging from turn-of-the-century
Victorian and Edwardian styles to historic
bungalows and early modern houses.
One goal of the pattern book is to educate
homeowners about character defining
features of their neighborhoods and
homes, while helping them to visualize
appropriate design solutions to enhance
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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
put these subdivisions on the map. Many
of Alta Vista and Allendale’s modest but
imminently livable homes were featured
in the decade from 1953-1963 on the
annual Denver Area Parade of Homes.
Fifty years later, many aspects that
attracted the original owners to Alta Vista
and Allendale remain desirable. The
community workshops and pattern book
will demonstrate ways to adapt the dream
homes of the past into homes that fit the
needs and desires of today’s residents.
Details on the dates and locations of
the workshops and the scheduled availability of the pattern book for the two prewar and early post-war neighborhoods
will be announced shortly. For information contact Kim Grant at 720-898-7125
or Cheryl Drake at 720-898-7436.
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
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Graphic Design: Steve Milke. Photography and other graphic assistance: KATV Channel 8.
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Mayor Pro Tem
Councilmember
District Four
Bob Dyer
303-456-4646 (h)
303-423-8080 (w)
[email protected]
livability and modern lifestyles.
When the FasTracks Gold Line
brings commuter rail service to
the neighborhood in the near
future, development pressures on
the area will likely rise. Part of
the goal of the project is to discourage speculative, scrape-off
type development resulting in
out-of-scale housing that threatens the neighborhood’s unique
character and small town charm.
The Alta Vista and Allendale
subdivisions were two of the early postwar housing developments that characterized Arvada’s rapid growth and development in the mid-20th century. In the
post-war years, Arvada was quickly
transformed from a small farming community to a booming modern town. The
opening of the nearby Rocky Flats
nuclear weapons plant and other economic development activities created an
opportunity for housing developers to
plat large subdivisions to meet the growing demand for housing. Increased efficiency, low-cost materials, and mass-production technology developed during the
war allowed entire subdivisions to be
platted and built within a matter of
months. Witkin Construction Company
and the Hoskinson Brothers were two of
the prominent homebuilders who helped
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Your Property Taxes
Every year when the property tax bill comes due, do you wonder where the money goes? The following is a breakdown of the use of property tax based on the average value of a home in Arvada: $264,803.
JEFFERSON COUNTY
City of
Arvada
AFPD*
Apex PRD*
Jefferson
County
Jeffco
Schools
UDFCD*
TOTAL Jefferson
Mill Levy
4.3100
9.5580
5.3390
24.3460
48.1450
0.5690
92.2670
Property Tax
$90.85
$201.47
$112.54
$513.17
$1,014.82
$11.99
$1,944.83
ADAMS COUNTY
City of
Arvada
Fire
District #2
Hyland
PRD*
Adams
County
Adams 50
Schools
UDFCD
Rangeview*
TOTAL
Adams
Mill Levy
4.3100
18.800
5.6170
26.8240
59.7040
0.5690
3.6590
92.2670
Property Tax
$90.85
$396.27
$118.40
$565.40
$1,258.46
$11.99
$77.13
$1,944.83
*
AFPD:
Apex PRD:
UDCFD:
Hyland PRD:
Rangeview:
Arvada Fire Protection District
Apex Park and Recreation District
Urban Drainage and Flood Control District
Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District
Adams County Library District
How the City of Arvada Utilizes Property Taxes
The City of Arvada receives $90.85 in property taxes per home per year (on average). Based on the City’s 2010
General Fund budget of $64,238,020, these funds are distributed as follows:
Department
2010 Budget
% of Property Tax
$ in Property Tax
Arvada Center
$1,147,813
1.79%
$1.62
Parks
$3,109,960
4.84%
$4.40
Debt
$466,741
0.73%
$0.66
$3,525,000
5.49%
$4.99
$723,835
1.13%
$1.02
$3,947,748
1.45%
$5.58
City Council
$303,123
0.47%
$0.43
Municipal Court
$915,683
1.43%
$1.29
City Manager’s Office
$2,426,450
3.78%
$3.43
City Attorney’s Office
$1,354,170
2.11%
$1.92
Finance
$2,725,395
4.24%
$3.85
Human Resources
$1,272,110
1.98%
$1.80
Public Safety
$19,460,770
30.29%
$27.52
Public Works
$17,579,712
27.37%
$24.86
Community Development
$2,229,777
3.47%
$3.15
Information Technology
$3,049,733
4.57%
$4.31
$64,238,020
100%
$90.85
Capital Improvement Projects
Arvada Economic Development
Other
Total
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City of Arvada Employee Corner
Employees of the Month
The Employee of the Month is nominated by fellow
workers and chosen by a subcommittee of the
City’s Employee Committee. Recipients are honored in front of the employee body and presented a
certificate and gift by City Manager Craig Kocian.
Their name is engraved on a plaque which hangs
in Arvada City Hall.
Frank Kuretich, Bill Mivshek,
and Eva Shreeve
Kuretich, Shreeve, and Mivshek
Frank Kuretich, Bill Mivshek, and Eva
Shreeve with the Information Technology
Department were the May Employees of
the Month. Kuretich has been with the
City since 1993, Mivshek since 1993, and
Shreeve since 1984. Known as the “three
amigos” of the mail room, these coworkers sort and deliver heavy volumes of
mail, coordinate the stuffing and mailing
of utility bills, and work to streamline
processes to make work easier for all City
departments. They rearrange their work
and personal schedules to accommodate
changes in various work areas. One nominator from the sales tax division states,
“every month we get tons of mail that has
to be sorted and opened. At the end of the
month we print thousands of sales tax
returns that must then be stuffed, metered,
and mailed. The mail staff volunteered to
take on all of this, plus monitor our inventory and happily process these time consuming, repetitive tasks. They are an
absolute pleasure to work with.”
Terry Brown and James Garcia
Terry Brown and James Garcia with the
Streets Department were the June
Employees of the Month. Brown has been
with the City since 2004 and Garcia since
Garcia and Brown
2009. In February, while driving to their
job site, Brown and Garcia noticed a
woman in distress due to an aggressive dog
in the area of W. 69th Avenue and Virgil
Way. They stopped, got out of the truck,
and put themselves between the dog and
the woman. They chased the dog away
only to have it come back aggressively
towards them. They again chased the dog
and it jumped the fence into its yard. At
this point the Animal Control division was
contacted. Brown and Garcia waited for
Animal Control to arrive to ensure the dog
did not come back over the fence.
Councilmember Marc
Williams Re-Elected to
CML Executive Board
Arvada Ranks 58th in
Money Magazine’s Top 100
Best Small Cities to Live
t-large Councilmember Marc Williams was
re-elected to a third term on the Colorado
Municipal League
(CML) Executive Board
by municipal officials
from around the State
during the 88th Annual
CML conference held in
June. This 19-member
Board is comprised of
elected officials and key
staff, and is responsible
for overall finances, management, and policy
affairs of the League.
CML is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization
established in 1923 and
represents the interests of
263 cities and towns.
he City of Arvada was named one
of America’s Top 100 Best Small
Cities by Money Magazine.
The magazine stated: “Arvada is the
place where gold was first spotted in
Colorado in the 1850s, and the town holds
an annual Gold Strike Festival to commemorate the event. But residents can also
boast of striking gold in choosing this
appealing town just outside Denver.
Arvada’s downtown is on the National
Register of Historic Places. Residents can roam the Arvada Center
for the Arts and Humanities, a cultural center that houses three
theatres, two floors of gallery space, and a museum, plus studios
and classrooms. Though its population now surpasses 100,000,
Arvada manages to retain a small-town feel and strong sense of
community.”
For the full list and more information visit
http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/bplive/2010/
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Teens: Do You
Like to Argue?
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Are you between 14 and 17 years
old?
Are you interested in the law?
Do you want to improve your public
speaking skills?
Could your resume or college application use a boost?
Do you need to gain NJHS and NHS
community service hours?
Can you listen carefully and then
deliberate based on evidence?
Then Arvada Teen Court wants you!
Teen Court provides justice by teens,
for teens. Teen Court defendants are firsttime offenders who agree to participate in
the program. Their misdemeanor crimes
might include theft, disorderly conduct, or
throwing missiles. The sentences
imposed by a jury of their peers are binding.
Teen Court volunteer opportunities
include acting as a juror, bailiff, prosecuting attorney, and defense attorney.
Volunteers also have an opportunity to be
part of a magistrate panel. Visit the City
of Arvada website for more information:
www.arvada.org, click on Government,
then City Court and Teen Court.
Sustainability Update
he City of Arvada received
$951,900 as part of the
Energy Efficiency
Conservation Block Grant
(EECBG) funding from the
United States Department of
Energy under the American
Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
EECBG provides funds to develop and implement projects to
improve energy efficiency and
reduce energy use and fossil fuel emissions throughout the community.
The Arvada City Council has developed a wide-ranging and aggressive plan
to use the funds for improvements to City
operations, projects that impact the community as a whole, and to help individuals
save energy and money. Two such projects are described below.
For more information on Arvada’s sustainability projects, contact Jessica
Schluederberg, Sustainability Coordinator,
at 720-898-7500.
New Solar Systems Installed at City
Hall, Nature Center
The installation of new photovoltaic
(solar) systems at Arvada City Hall and
Majestic View Nature Center was recently
completed. Decisions on placement were
based in part on the National Renewable
Energy Laboratories Technical Assistance
Program, which identifies areas with good
solar access. Both projects utilized Xcel
Energy’s rebate program.
At City Hall:
• All solar-available roof area is covered
with a 58 Kilowatt system.
• The annual production is 90,000kWh
or 6% of the building’s energy needs.
• A screen will be located inside the
main entrance displaying real time
production of the system with associated environmental indicator savings.
At Majestic View Nature Center:
• The 4.6 kWh system is located in the
pasture to the south of the Nature
Center, 7030 Garrison Street.
• The annual kWh production is estimated to be 6,920, which will power
100% of the Center’s energy needs.
• An educational display is located
inside the Center.
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Community Waste Disposal and
Recycling
How do I recycle in Arvada? Why are
there trash cans in the street everyday of
the week? Why does my neighbor pay
less than I do for waste hauling?
City staff receives such questions on a
daily basis. Clearly, these issues are a
concern for Arvada residents. Therefore,
another project underway as part of the
EECBG grant is to revise the City’s waste
hauling ordinance.
Currently, regulation of trash hauling
services in Arvada is almost non-existent.
This creates significant negative impact
on fuel consumption, greenhouse gas
emissions, recycling rates, costs to citizens, and impact on neighborhood streets.
Trash and recycling trucks are the heaviest trucks that regularly travel on residential streets. The Arvada City Council has
voiced strong support to create a new regulatory model that would increase recycling and lower the impact of trash hauling on neighborhoods and streets while
improving services for residents throughout the City.
Following a request for qualifications,
two firms have been selected to perform
the study and help draft new regulations.
Mid-Atlantic Solid Waste Consultants and
LBA Associates are under contract with the
City to study, develop, and implement new
regulations for residential waste hauling.
The deliverables will include a study, draft
RFP, a draft ordinance, and a management
structure that could, for example, include a
contracted city-wide or district based system with mandatory recycling options provided to citizens who request it. Hauler
outreach has already begun and community
outreach will begin in September in order
to better understand the community needs
in regards to waste hauling.
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85th Annual Harvest Festival!
SEPTEMBER 10, 11, AND 12, WWW.ARVADAHARVESTFESTIVALPARADE.COM.
he Arvada Harvest Festival holds
the honor of being the second
longest continuous running festival
in the State of Colorado. This year’s
theme is Patriotism: come celebrate our
freedom with the Red, White, and Blue!
With over 16 different events and activities
there is always something for everyone.
Details and schedules for all events can be
found on our website.
Bingo is Back!
A joint effort between the Arvada
Historical Society and the Shrine of St.
Anne’s has brought back a grand tradition
to the Festival. Enjoy great prizes and
entertainment all three days at the St.
Anne’s lot on the corner of W. 57th
Avenue and Upham Street.
Arvada Harvest Festival Parade
The patriotic theme will be front and
center at this year’s Parade on September
11 beginning at 9:00 am. Arrive early for
pre-Parade entertainment beginning at 8:15
a.m. The Parade will be a National
Marching Band Qualifier and we anticipate
over 20 marching bands that will compete
for an opportunity to participate in the
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and the
Rose Parade. Contact Ed Tomlinson, 303456-2121 or [email protected].
Second Annual Golf Tournament
Proudly sponsored by the Arvada
Chamber of Commerce, the tournament is
a great kick off to the Harvest Festival on
August 27 at 8:00 a.m., Westwood’s Golf
Course, 6655 Quaker Street. Contact Dot
Wright with the Chamber at 303-424-0313
or [email protected].
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FREE 23rd Annual Kids’ Parade for
Kids 12 and Under
Enter and enjoy the Kids’ Parade on
September 11 at the McIlvoy Park
Pavilion. The parade begins at 3:30 p.m.
with free registration starting at 2:45 p.m.
Categories include Decorated Pets; and
Decorated Bikes, Trikes, Wagons, or
Scooters. Trophies, ribbons, and cash
prizes will go to the first, second, and third
place winners in each category. In addition, there will be prizes for Crowd Pleaser
and Best Overall participant. Make a costume! Make a float! Contact Nancy
Bentzen at 303-421-5305.
FREE Garden Harvest Contest
The contest will be held on September
11 from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. in St.
Anne’s Cafeteria. Winners will be
announced at 2:30 p.m. Categories this
year include Largest Ripe Tomato,
Cucumber, Onion, Bell Pepper, and
Zucchini; Fattest Carrot; Widest Diameter
Sunflower; and new categories Ugliest
Garden Shoes and Most Unique Vegetable.
Kids only categories include Largest
Zucchini, Worst Tasting Vegetable,
Favorite Bug (dead or alive), and Most
Patriotic Vegetable. No pre-registration or
entry fee is required. Contact Bill Orchard
at [email protected].
FREE Entertainment
Bagpipes, banjos, harps, belly dancers,
and didgeridoos are just a sampling of the
colorful and unique entertainers that will be
performing on the streets of Olde Town this
year. Contact Rick Nelson at [email protected].
FREE 3rd Annual Teddy Bear Picnic
Bring your favorite teddy bear and
come for silly songs and fun stories.
Don’t forget to pack a little picnic as teddy
bears do get hungry. The picnic is
September 12 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
inside the Arvada Library at 7555 W. 57th
Avenue. For additional information call
Mary Jo at 303-421-2032.
FREE Susan M. Duncan YMCA Kid
Zone
The Kid Zone will include an inflatable
jumper, arts and craft stations, games, and
other interactive activities. For more information contact Roubhie Fairchild with the
YMCA at 303-422-4977.
FREE Kid’s Spelling Bee
Calling all fourth, fifth, and sixth grade
students: it’s time for the Arvada Press
Spelling Bee! Registration begins at 1:30
p.m. at the McIlvoy Park Pavilion and the
contest begins promptly at 2:00 p.m.
Contact John Carpenter at [email protected].
FREE 33rd Annual Food Fair
Bakers, cooks, and canners of all ages
and skill levels are welcome to participate.
Categories 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. Bring that famous
family recipe on September 11, with judging beginning at 2:00 p.m. in Saint Anne’s
School Cafeteria. Entry forms are available online, or at Arvada City Hall from
August 16 through September 3. Contact
Mary Walls 303-934-1884 or
[email protected] for more
information.
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FREE Movie in the Park
Stretch out in McIlvoy Park with a pillow
and blanket and enjoy a free evening of entertainment. The movie starts at dusk (~7:30
p.m.) on September 11.
9/11 Remembrance Walk and Run
America Goes the Distance raises funds to
support military members and their families as
they seek treatment through Operation
Restoration at Lost and Found Inc. The event,
beginning and ending at Memorial Park on
W. 59th Avenue, will be held on September
11. Runners can run either the 10 or 20 mile
timed marathon training course. Competitive
runners and families of runners or walkers
will enjoy a 5K course. Register online by
going to www.lostandfoundinc.org.
Arvada Jaycee Margarita and Beer
Garden
The Garden is open Friday through
Sunday, but if you’re looking to connect with
old friends and school buddies come on down
to “Arvada Reunion Hours” on September 10
and 11 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. This is our
major fundraiser of the year, helping us raise
money for community projects such as
Thanksgiving and holiday gift baskets,
Operation Poinsettia, and so much more. Call
Jeff Cannon at 720-841-2272.
Sixth Annual Remote Control Air Show
The Arvada Associated Modelers put on
an annual air show in conjunction with the
Festival. Spectacular giant scale models,
warbirds, real turbine jets, helicopters, and a
variety of unique radio-controlled models will
be flown and exhibited on Saturday,
September 11 at the Arvada Air Park (7608
Highway 93). The Air Show will run from
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. and also features concessions and an opportunity for spectators to
try their hand at flying a real RC plane. This
year’s Master of Ceremonies will be Arvada
Councilmember At-Large Marc Williams.
For more information and directions to the
flying field, visit our website at
www.arvadamodelers.com. Contact Rod
Sage 303-404-9628 or [email protected].
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 85 year old annual tradition! Contact Renee Nelson – General
Chairman at [email protected] .
Flood Protection Information
o you think your home is more prone
to flooding or a fire? If your home is
located in a floodplain, there is a 26%
chance of experiencing a flood during the life
of a 30-year mortgage compared to a 4%
chance of a fire. The City of Arvada has
approximately 1,500 structures in the 100year floodplain and regular homeowner’s
insurance does not cover damage caused by
floods.
This year, the City partnered with the
Urban Drainage and Flood Control District
(UDFCD) to update the “Flood Protection
Handbook” for Arvada residents. Information
from this handbook is summarized below.
You can obtain a free handbook at the City of
Arvada’s Engineering Division, 2nd Floor of
City Hall, 8101 Ralston Road or download it
from the City’s website at www.arvada.org.
Arvada’s Flood Hazard: There are three
sources of flooding in Arvada: overbank
flooding when creeks overflow their banks,
flooding from irrigation canals, and street
flooding. The major creeks and irrigation
canals in Arvada include: Ralston Creek,
Leyden Creek, Van Bibber Creek, Clear
Creek, Little Dry Creek, the Farmer’s
Highline Canal, Croke Canal and the Church
Ditch.
Flood Warning: The City of Arvada,
Jefferson County, UDFCD, and the National
Weather Service have developed a flood
warning plan for Ralston Creek, Leyden
Creek, and Van Bibber Creek. Rain gauges
along these creeks give officials the ability to
continuously monitor storm and flood conditions. Warnings and other information are
disseminated by radio, television, and police
and fire departments.
Flood Safety: Did you know that six
inches of moving water can knock you off
your feet? Therefore, never walk through
flowing water and use a pole or stick to make
sure of the depth before you walk through
standing water. Do not drive through flooded
areas; more flood victims drown in their cars
than anywhere else.
Property Protection: The “Flood
Protection Handbook” includes floodproofing
techniques to help protect your home and procedures to follow before and during floods.
Floodplain Questions and Map
Information: For questions regarding the
City’s floodplains or to determine if your
property is in a floodplain, contact the
Engineering Division at 720-898-7640. Also,
homeowners, realtors, lenders, and insurance
agents can obtain photocopies of floodplain
maps at the Engineering Division. Additional
information can be obtained from the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
web site, www.fema.gov/hazard/
flood/info.
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Permits: Always check with the
Engineering Division before you build on,
alter, or regrade on your property. A permit
may be required to ensure that your project
does not cause problems on other properties.
If you see building or filling without a City
permit posted, contact the Engineering
Division at 720-898-7640.
Flood Insurance: Until the late 1960s,
most property owners were unable to obtain
insurance coverage against flood damage
because private insurance firms, aware of the
potential for catastrophic losses, were unwilling to assume the financial risk alone. This
put the burden on taxpayers to provide costly
disaster relief to a growing number of flood
victims. In 1968, Congress addressed this
issue by creating the National Flood Insurance
Program. This program provides flood insurance to property owners in exchange for the
careful management of flood-prone areas by
local communities. Of the approximately
1,500 structures in Arvada located in the 100year floodplain, some 540 have flood insurance.
• Determine whether your property is located in a floodplain by calling the
Engineering Division at 720-898-7640.
Any property is eligible for flood insurance, regardless if it is in a floodplain.
• Due to the City’s participation in the
Community Rating System (CRS), Arvada
residents are eligible for a discount on
insurance premiums.
• Generally, there is a 30-day waiting period
from the time a policy is purchased until
you are covered, with the following
exceptions: If you have an existing flood
insurance policy and the coverage is
increased; when flood insurance is
required as a condition of a loan; and
when an additional amount of flood insurance is required as a result of a flood map
revision.
• Flood insurance is required by law in
some instances. To get Federally secured
financing to buy, refinance, build, repair,
reconstruct, or improve structures in
Special Flood Hazard Areas, you may be
required to purchase flood insurance. This
includes most types of mortgage loans, as
well as FHA and VA loans.
• Even if your property is not in an identified floodplain, you can still purchase
flood insurance at a reduced premium.
You would then be covered against flooding from localized conditions such as
clogged inlets or irrigation ditches.
• For more information on flooding
and flood insurance, go to
www.floodsmart.gov.
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Arvada Community Food Bank Grateful to
Community
hen the numbers were tallied at
the end of the 2009-10 school
year, the Arvada Community
Food Bank volunteers congratulated each
other for packing 30,200 food sacks for
the Feeding the Future Backpack
Program. The Arvada community provided the resources for nearly 1,000 school
children to receive food for the weekends..
The food sacks kept hunger at bay
during the weekends for children who
rely on free school breakfasts and lunches
to meet their nutritional needs. With a
focus on providing quality food, the Food
Bank purchased food items such as cereal, tuna fish, peanut butter, rice, canned
fruits and vegetables, soups, and pasta.
The fresh apples and oranges provided
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twice monthly were a special treat.
Parents reported that the food sack,
intended for an individual student, was
frequently shared with the entire family.
During the summer, the Food Bank
provided weekend sacks to children
attending the Summer Lunch Program at
participating schools and hosted a
Summer Lunch Program. The Food
Services Department of Jeffco Schools
delivered lunches, and the Food Bank
provided space in the community room
for the lunch program.
The Arvada Community Food Bank
continued its outreach to the children and
youth by providing food to unaccompanied youth who are homeless and not living with a parent or guardian. Often
these teens stay with friends and having a
box of food to share with the family helps
ensure a safe place to stay.
During the 2010-11 school year, the
Food Bank will continue serving students
at the eight schools in the Feeding the
Future Backpack Program. If resources
are available, plans are underway to serve
homeless students at three additional
schools.
The Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers of the Arvada Community Food
Bank thank the Arvada community for its
generous support. Donations to the
Feeding the Future Backpack Program
can be sent to the Arvada Community
Food Bank, 8555 W. 57th Avenue,
Arvada, CO.
Teens Follow Pros to Produce All Shook Up at
Arvada Center
he Arvada Center, known for its
award-winning and world-class
musical theater productions, is
offering a musical theater camp this
summer for teens that follows in the
footsteps of the professionals and culminates with their own performance of
All Shook Up on the main stage theater.
Making the theater experience as
authentic as possible, students will use
the same sets and wear many of the
same costumes as the professional
actors in the Arvada Center’s summer
production of All Shook Up, which runs
from July 13 to August 8. The teens
perform on August 14 and 15.
“This year, we’ve aligned the musical theater camp with our current summer production to make the experience
for students feel more professional,” said
Rod A. Lansberry, the artistic producer
of the Arvada Center. “It’s important that
they learn what it takes to produce their
own show while being exposed to the
behind-the-scenes activities of profes-
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sional theater,” said
Lansberry.
Throughout the
five-week program,
students study music,
acting, and dance and
experience the entire
process for producing
a musical. All students are required to
audition for individ(l to r) Chad (Eric Ulloa) meets Chad (T.J. Baldassare) at a pizza
ual roles, and every stu- party that brought the students of the Arvada Center’s musical
theater camp together with the professional actors for
dent is assigned a part on
the summer musical All Shook Up.
stage in the final production. Rehearsals run all
director, Keith Ewer, are also performday, five days a week.
ing in the Arvada Center’s professional
The director for the teen performproduction of All Shook Up.
ance, Gavin Mayer, was the head of the
“We are so excited to offer another
theatre department at Pomona High
real-world theater opportunity to our
School for eight years, which won the
teens,” said Lisa Leafgreen, education
Think 360 Award for “Creative Schools
coordinator and producer for All Shook
of Excellence,” and is currently finishing his MFA in Theatre/Directing at
Up: Teen Intensive. “Our goal is to give
Florida State University. The choreograthem a worthwhile and enjoyable learnpher, Stephen Bertles, and the music
ing experience.”
The Arvada Report
These four pages of The Arvada Report are
for and about the Arvada Police Department.
police
department
Contact Numbers
Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911
Non-Emergency
Reporting . . . . . . . . . .720-898-6900
Office of
the Chief . . . . . . . . . .720-898-6650
Records
Department . . . . . . . .720-898-6920
Investigations . . . . . . .720-898-6700
Media
Relations . . . . . . . . . .720-898-6654
Mission
To provide high quality police
service in an objective and
professional manner
Arvada Police Department
8101 Ralston Road • Arvada CO 80002
720-898-6900
www.arvadapd.org
18%
This is the increase in the
number of car break-ins in
Arvada from 2008 to 2010.
Help the Arvada Police
Department eliminate this
crime of opportunity.
• Lock your car doors.
• Don’t leave anything of
value inside your vehicle.
• Report suspicious people
in your neighborhood.
2010 (point) .5K Endurance
Challenge Is Here!
he fourth Annual (point) .5K
Endurance Challenge is just days
away, and it’s not too late to register!
This fun-filled event will be held in
Olde Town Arvada on Saturday, August
14. A pancake breakfast will be serviced
from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. The race
begins at 10:00 a.m. and, at less than 1/3
of a mile, takes no more than ten minutes
to complete.
The fun run or walk is for all ages!
Everyone is welcome to take part in this
great event full of fun, food, fabulous
music, and prizes. Fun four-packs are
available for $60. All racers will receive
t-shirts and other goodies. Register by
visiting www.RalstonHouse.net or calling
Don at 720-898-6745.
All proceeds benefit Ralston House,
a non-profit organization that works in
conjunction with law enforcement, social
services, and the district attorney’s office
to provide a friendly and safe place for
children who have been sexually or physically abused to tell their stories. Ralston
House provides a professional staff specially trained to interview children and
offer support to families.
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Arvada Crime Maps and
Stats Available to Public
p-to-date Arvada crime statistics are just a “click” away,
free of charge, 24-hours a day.
The Arvada Police Department
recently partnered with two companies
(RAIDS Online www.raidsonline.com,
headquartered in Highlands Ranch; and
Crime Reports www.crimereports.com)
to provide the latest crime statistics for
people to access from their computers.
“One of the most frequently asked
questions from citizens involves crime
rates in their neighborhoods and the city
as a whole,” said Arvada Police Deputy
Chief Gary Creager. “Our citizens now
have access to crime statistics, general
information and other detailed analysis
through these two sites.”
Query features on both sites offer
visitors the ability to search several
crimes at one time or simply look at
one specific type of incident. Arvada
Police Department crime statistics are
synced with both web sites every 24
hours to ensure citizens have access to
the very latest crime data in the city.
RAIDs Online offers a blog service
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where police departments across the
country share crime information and
crime prevention tips. There are also
citizen alerts, extensive mapping, and
in-depth analytical components to aid
citizens in their searches of crime information.
Visitors to crime reports have access
to crime information not only in
Arvada, but also many other Denver
metro area cities. Citizens are encouraged to visit both sites to learn of the
capabilities of each service.
“The Arvada Police Department has
enjoyed an outstanding partnership with
its citizens. We believe the availability
of current crime information will further strengthen our connection with residents as they will be even more aware
of what to look for in their neighborhoods,” said Police Chief Don Wick.
To visit the sites, you can find links
at www.arvadapd.org or through the
crime statistic sites directly at
www.raidsonline.com and
www.crimereports.com.
Fingerprints:
They’re Not
Just for
Crooks!
any people get fingerprint
cards completed at the Arvada
Police Department and not
because they’ve been arrested. Some
businesses, sports groups, and other
organizations require workers to have
fingerprint cards.
If you need fingerprint cards completed, the Arvada Police Department
offers this service Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:00
a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in the police lobby at
8101 Ralston Road. A valid government-issued identification such as a driver’s license or passport must be presented.
The fee is $7 per card. Cash or
checks are accepted.
For more information please call
720-898-6808 or visit
www.arvadapd.org
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Community Roundtable: Sexting
f you’re the parent of a tween or teen
with a cell phone, here’s a meeting
you cannot miss. The fall session of
the Arvada Police Department’s
Community Roundtable will feature the
topic of Sexting on Wednesday,
September 8 from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
in the Council Chambers at Arvada City
Hall (8101 Ralston Road).
Join Don Moseley, executive director
of Ralston House, at this informative session. He will share information about
laws surrounding this phenomenon and
ways to educate your children about the
dangers of this activity. There will also
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be time dedicated to questions/answers
for attendees.
Call Susan Medina at 720-898-6654
or via email at [email protected] to
register for the free class. Hurry, space is
limited.
Community Roundtable:
Sexting
Date: Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Arvada City Hall (8101
Ralston Road) – City Council Chambers.
Sexting is the act
of sending sexually
explicit messages
or photographs,
primarily between
mobile phones.
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New Name, New Members: Jefferson County
Regional Auto Theft Task Force
he Jefferson County Regional
Auto Theft Task Force (JCRATT)
has new members and a name
change.
In late May, four investigators and a
sergeant from the Denver Police
Department joined the seven member
auto theft team and became the
Metropolitan Auto Theft Task Force
(MATT).
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Qwest Awards
Grant to
Ralston House
he Qwest Family and Work
Development Fund, a partnership of
Qwest, the Communications Workers of
America, and the International Brotherhood of
Electrical Workers, awarded a $2,500 grant to
Ralston House..
The grant money from Qwest will help
cover the cost of printing Parent/Caregiver
Handbooks that are provided to all caregivers
with children served at Ralston House. It will
also help fund Ralston House's community
outreach efforts by defraying the cost of training materials for community education on
child sexual abuse.
“In addition to assisting hundreds of children who visit Ralston House each year, the
staff is dedicated to educating the community
about the impacts of abuse and how to reduce
the occurrence of this deplorable crime,” said
Don Moseley, executive director of Ralston
House.
Ralston House serves children living in
Jefferson and Gilpin counties.
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Thanks go out to 3 Sons Italian
Restaurant and Bar (14805 West 64th
Avenue) in Arvada. The Italian eatery
donated a portion of proceeds from
food sales on June 22nd to Ralston
House. The food-filled fund-raiser
brought $250 to Ralston House.
Denver joins the current team comprised of detectives from the Arvada,
Lakewood, and Wheat Ridge police
departments and the Jefferson County
Sheriff’s Office.
“This is a great addition to the
team,” said Sergeant Dave Hoover.
“We’ve been very successful in identifying auto theft rings operating in the
metro area and the addition of Denver
School Zone
Reminder
lthough it may feel like
school just let out for summer, it’s time for kids to
return to the classroom! And with
that, the Arvada Police Department
offers a reminder about driving on the
streets surrounding our school.
The school safety zone speed limit
is 20 miles per hour when the lights
are activated.
“The speed limit of 20 miles per
hour is strictly enforced by members
of the Arvada Police Department’s
Traffic Unit,” said Sergeant Mark
Nazaryk. “Not only should people
watch their speed, but also be aware
of kids who are walking or riding
their bikes.”
Officers will be patrolling school
zones throughout the entire school
year.
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will further our abilities to reduce auto
theft and the various crimes perpetrated
by these criminals.”
The Jefferson County Regional Auto
Theft Task Force was established in July
of 2009. JCRATT (now MATT) is funded by the Colorado Auto Theft
Prevention Authority or CATPA.
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Arrests Made in Car Break-In Protect Your
Identity!
Spree Nearly Half of Car
Arvada PD/
Doors Unlocked
Shred-it to Host
SHRED-ATHON
wo people were arrested for
allegedly breaking into a
handful of vehicles in the
neighborhood surrounding Foster
Elementary School in early June.
The types of items stolen in the
six reported car break-ins included
electronics, cash, and other items. In a
handful of the car break-ins in this
latest string of trespasses, the doors of
the vehicles were unlocked.
“Car break-in incidents are not
seasonal as we have seen a consistent
number of this type of crime in the
City each week,” said Commander
Aaron Jacks of the Arvada Police
Department. “Officers are making
arrests in some of these incidents, but
by locking the doors on your vehicle
and avoiding leaving anything of
value inside, citizens minimize their
risks of becoming victims of this
crime of opportunity.”
Other car break-in prevention tips
include:
• If you park your car outside, take
valuables such as CD player faceplates and garage door openers
with you. (There have been several cases where individuals steal a
garage door opener so they can
enter the garage or home to commit other crimes.)
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•
•
•
When away from home, park car
where it is visible to you. Try and
park in well lit areas at night
where there is a lot of foot traffic.
Report suspicious activity in your
neighborhood to police at 720898-6900.
Maintain a list of serial/model
numbers of valuables such as your
electronics. Keep the list in a
secure location in your home.
Don’t leave cords to your electronics in your vehicle. A cord
means electronic devices might be
stashed in the car and could
increase your chances of someone
breaking into your vehicle.
The good news is First Degree
Criminal Trespass incidents are down
7% in the first half of 2010 compared
to 2009; however, there is still work
to be done.
First Degree Criminal Trespass
Incidents in Arvada
2009
2010 Change
January
67
43
-36%
February 50
65
30%
March
50
43
-14%
April
45
51
13%
May
58
48
-17%
Total
270
250
-7%
Arvada Police Fast Fact:
In looking at statistics for the first six months
of 2010, nearly half of all car break-ins
involved unlocked car doors.
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he second annual Arvada
Police/Shred-It Shred-a-Thon will be
held on Saturday, October 16, from
8:00 a.m. until noon at the Arvada Center
(6901 Wadsworth Boulevard).
Join the Arvada Police Department and
Shred-it to help you safely and securely
destroy documents containing personal information.
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: Three boxes or garbage bags per
small business or household. You do not
need to remove paper clips or staples. You
don’t even need to leave your car! Volunteers
will remove the bags or boxes from your
vehicle and you will be on your way to enjoy
a beautiful Colorado fall day.
The Shred-it company will have its specialized trucks on site to shred documents
containing personal information.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the
Arvada Police Department’s Explorer’s Post
#2027 in the form of college scholarships to
help these young adults as they follow a path
to a career in law enforcement.
For more information about the event
visit www.arvadapd.org or call 720-8986660.
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The Arvada Report
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
Board of
Directors
Letter from
the Board
n May, Apex Park and Recreation
District (APRD) residents elected
Jim Whitfield, Ken Harrell, and Bob
Loveridge to the Board of Directors.
The Board gratefully acknowledges the
contributions of Susan Miller, former
vice president and outgoing board member, and the new team is working hard
to help deliver the best in community
recreation.
Communication is an important part
of delivering a quality recreation program. That’s why you’re seeing Apex
PRD information here in The Arvada
Report, as well as in the APRD activity
guide and online at apexprd.org.
The special Apex Park and
Recreation District section in The Arvada
Report was launched in April 2010, and
we look forward to continuing with this
outreach to Arvada residents. The section will be in The Arvada Report three
times a year, with the next section coming out in the December/January issue.
We also measure our success by how
well we meet and exceed your expectations. To that end, APRD is conducting
a simple survey, which you’ll find on
page 19. You can fill it out and mail it in
or drop it off, or complete the survey
online at http://apexprd.org/customersurvey.
Thanks for helping us help you, and
we hope to see you soon!
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Pictured left to right:
Jim Whitfield, President
Lee Humrich, Secretary/Treasurer
Susan Miller, Vice President
Jeff Glenn, Board Member
Ken Harrell, Board Member
The Apex Park and Recreation District’s
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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Apex PRD Hosts Halloween
Events For All Ages!
he popular Halloween Carnival returns to the Apex Center on Friday,
October 29 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. This event, geared toward ages
10 and under, features fun and ghoulish carnival games, bounce houses, hayrides, ghost stories, and much more. This year, for the first time ever,
we’ll have a haunted house. Adults are free with a paying child, and the fee
is $4 per child. Wear your costume and join the fun!
But who says Halloween is just for kids? This year the Community
Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Boulevard, is celebrating the season
with a variety of fun witch-themed events, including broom ball, Bewitched videos, contests, and on October 27, a special historical
presentation/discussion on the Salem Witch Trials in New England during the late 1600s. Watch for all the bewitching details in
October!
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Annual Dog Swim Expands
to Two Locations
n just a couple of weeks, the APRD outdoor pools close for the season.
Since 2002, this occasion has been marked by the Annual Dog Swim at
Secrest Outdoor Pool, and every year, this event draws more canines and
humans to say farewell to summer with a splash.
The 2010 Dog Swim will take place on Saturday, August 21 at both outdoor pools this year – Secrest, at 6820 W. 66th Avenue, and Lake Arbor,
7451 W. 83rd Way. Both pools have a zero-depth “beach” area for smaller
dogs, or for those who like to approach the water gradually instead of jumping right in. At both locations, the dog swim takes place from 11:00 a.m.to
1:00 p.m., and the fee is $5 per dog. The events also include refreshments for humans. For more information call 303‑467‑7111.
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Apex Center Celebrates Tenth
Anniversary
he past decade certainly went by in a hurry! The grand opening of the Apex
Center took place on September 25, 2000, and now we’re getting ready to celebrate ten years as an outstanding regional recreation center. The fun starts
September 20 with Customer Appreciation Week. From September 20-25, annual pass
holders can bring one guest free each day, and Apex District residents receive discounted daily admission rates with resident ID cards.
Other special events will take place in the
center throughout the week, and on September
25, we’ll have the Apex Center 10th Birthday
Party Celebration. Watch for details on our
website at the end of August, and plan on
helping us mark the occasion!
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Autumn Highlights Around the District
YOUTH PROGRAMS
For more information, visit apexprd.org or call 303‑431‑9600
Fall, winter breaks are coming…we have daycamps!
Recreational daycamps at Secrest Youth and Teen Center are a great place for your 6-12 year-old to have some active fun during their
time off from school. Camp headquarters is at Secrest, 6820 W. 66th Avenue. Programs include field trips, indoor and outdoor sports, and
educational trips.
This year, fall break is Monday, October 18 through Friday, October 22, and winter break is two weeks beginning Monday, December
20. You can sign up for one day, several, or all – it’s just $20 a day for residents, $30 for non-residents.
Youth basketball leagues begin in November
This year the APRD Youth Basketball League for ages 5-14 is changing to one long season instead of two shorter fall and winter sessions. Practices begin the week of November 1 and games begin December 11. The season ends March 12.
Our leagues focus on participation and fun – every child plays every game. Teams practice once a week with two scrimmage games,
eight regular season games, and an end of season tournament. Watch for details in August in the activities guide or at apexprd.org.
COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER, 6842 Wadsworth Boulevard
For more information, visit apexprd.org or call 303‑425‑9583
Veteran’s Day Tribute - November 11
Join Rick Crandall, host of the Breakfast Club on KEZW-AM 1430 and President of the Colorado Freedom Memorial Foundation as he
discusses Colorado’s military history. Refreshments included. Veterans are free with military ID, but still need to register by November 8.
All others pay $5.
Holly Follies – December 1
Get in the holiday spirit with dazzling dance and music. The Rockyettes entertain with their fancy footwork and seasonal costumes,
while the Notable Choir singers fill the air with holiday cheer. Delectable desserts follow the performance. Register ($5) by November 26.
Santa Breakfast for all ages – December 4
Bring the entire family for breakfast with Santa. Afterward, enjoy family entertainment and visit with Santa. Register ($5 per person) by
December 1.
Craft Fair – November 5 and 6
Browse the unique seasonal wares of over 40 talented artisans. The Craft Carousel Gift Shop is also filled with handmade treasures.
Food purchased at the snack bar helps sustain your shopping. The admission fee is $2 at the door or free if you bring school supplies to
help our local student outreach!
Vendors – you can reserve your table beginning August 9 for residents, August 11 for non-residents. Craft Fair information packets are
available for pick up at the Community Recreation Center front desk.
APEX CENTER, 13150 W. 72nd Avenue – call 303‑424‑2739 for more information
September 12: Grandparents Day: Calling all grandparents…bring your grandkids (maximum of three) 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 14 and November 10: Bonfils Blood Drive: Save a life and donate blood from 1:00 p.m. -6:30 p.m. in the Randall Room.
Sign-ups are encouraged but not required. Please call 303‑363‑2300.
November 11: Veterans Day: All Veterans and current military personnel receive free admission on this day with an ID. Bring your kids
and they receive $1 off their admission fee.
December 1-17: Drop off your letters to Santa.
Dear Kids, don’t forget about my North Pole mailbox at the Apex Center. All you
have to do is watch for the mailbox, write your letter (remember to decorate it, that is my
favorite part), put a return address on the envelope, and put it in the mailbox. Each
night my helpers will get your letters to me and I will write back to you before Christmas
Day! Until then, enjoy the warm weather. -Santa
December 11: Santa Visits the Apex Center: On this day we welcome Santa from
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.. Kids can meet Santa, personally deliver their letter, make a holiday photo frame for their picture with Santa, enjoy snacks, and play games. Parents:
remember to bring your camera!
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Father’s Day Events Set New Attendance
Records
bout 390 runners, walkers, and families came out for the third annual Father’s Day
5K run and one mile fun run – an increase of 33% over 2009. Proceeds benefit community recreation for youth through the Apex Park and Recreation District
Foundation
This year, several new items enhanced the event: an ugly tie contest with prizes for participants in the 5K/fun run and volunteers; tech shirts for 5K entrants; and a free pancake breakfast for all paid registrations.
Volunteers at the pancake breakfast, hosted by the Arvada-Jefferson Kiwanis to benefit
Arvada-Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth, served both runners and car show visitors.
147 classic cars and cycles were exhibited at the show in the Apex Center parking lot, with
nostalgic tunes provided by deejay Van Jeffries. Between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., about 1,000
visitors checked out the spectacular cars. They also enjoyed lunch, visited vendors, and took
part in activities for kids.
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 middle school after-school recreation program, a
shelter at Pioneer Park, swimming equipment at the Apex Center and Meyers Pool, and renovations at the Arvada Tennis Center.
Many thanks to all the sponsors, donors, and vendors at this year’s event: Trust Hall Insurance Services, Inc., the City of Arvada, Sam’s
Club, Seminole Energy Services, American Laser Centers, Arvada Printery.com, Sportline, Arvada-Jefferson Kiwanis, Johnson Controls,
Protech, Arvada Midget Football, Arvada Triathlon Club, Downtown Toys and Games, Jaydee Cleaning and Restoration, KOS Fitness,
Commercial Fitness, Page Advertising Specialty, Hoke’s Barbecue, Pepsi, Hi Country Wire and Telephone, Miller Quality Contracting, and
Arvada Rent-Alls. Special thanks also go to the Colorado Lottery, Pridemark Paramedic Services, the Arvada Fire Protection District,
Dick’s Sporting Goods, Malone’s, Tequila’s, Einstein Bagels, North Jeffco Swim Team, Precision Physical Therapy, and Boot Camp
Challenge for their support of the event.
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Classic Golf Tournament Celebrates 30 Years
PRD Foundation’s golf tournament celebrates its 30th anniversary in September!
Special events and fund-raisers come and go…but the Apex Park and Recreation District Foundation Golf Tournament has drawn
golfers, sponsors, and donors for 30 years. It’s a community favorite for many reasons: a great cause, a great course, and a great way
to spend a late-summer Friday.
Proceeds from the tournament benefit community recreation; the Foundation raises funds to support Apex Park and Recreation District
programs and activities. Over the years, they’ve funded playgrounds; helped centers come into being, such as the Racquetball and Fitness
Center and the Community Recreation Center; improved youth programs; helped with handicapped access to programs; upgraded numerous
features at Indian Tree Golf Club; supported youth recreation scholarship programs; and much more.
This year’s tournament is Friday, September 17 at Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Boulevard. The $110 fee includes a delicious
buffet lunch from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., golf cart, free on-course beverages and door prizes, an informal awards gathering with beverages
and hors d’oeuvres after the tournament, and silent auction. The “early bird” rate is $400 if your foursome signs up and pays by August 6.
Interested in playing in or sponsoring the event, or learning more about the Foundation? Visit http://foundation.apexprd.org or call
Phil Millett, tournament chairman, at 303‑431‑1117. All donations are welcome and appreciated. All sponsors and donors are recognized in
promotional material.
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Coach Promotes Fun and
“Positivity”
cKenna Pearson, 15, recently
finished coaching a girls’ volleyball sports camp in June.
She’s an avid volleyball player herself, and
has played it as a club sport for two years.
She’s a great example of how skill, energy,
encouragement, and a good attitude work
together to get and keep kids active.
She finds ways to help young players
build skills without feeling pressured or
overwhelmed: “Positive feedback and
small steps.” Then, they learn to put it all
together for a fulfilling, yet fun experience.
Focusing on improvement nurtures that
sense of competition without going overboard.
She also feels that sports are a great
way for children to get some healthy activity, while meeting and socializing with
friends. At Apex Park and Recreation
District, the youth sports program philosophy is to create an overall positive experience—skill building, socialization, participation, and fun.
Last but not least, she says, part of being an instructor is having fun and genuinely
liking the kids. She worked with ages 5-10 and enjoyed each age for its own unique
qualities. As an upcoming sophomore at Arvada West, McKenna appreciates that quality in her own teachers as well.
She plans to continue with volleyball at A-West and is preparing for the fall season, which begins right after school starts.
Youth sports coordinator Kay Palmer appreciates McKenna’s efforts, along with
other instructors at APRD, for her enthusiasm and ability to get kids active. For the
complete fall youth sports program listing, visit apexprd.org or browse the fall activity
guide, which was mailed July 23 to Arvada residents.
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As Summer
Ends, Facilities
Shut Down to
Spruce Up for
Next Season
s the busy summer season draws to a
close, many recreation centers close
their doors for a few days in order to do
a thorough cleaning, make minor repairs and
take care of other projects to keep their buildings
in great shape for the season to come.
The Apex Center, 13150 W. 72nd Avenue,
will close at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, August 22 and
reopen at 5:00 a.m. Friday, August 27. The
aquatics area at the Center will be closed for an
extra week -- it closes at 6:30 p.m. Sunday,
August 22 and reopens at 6:30 a.m. Saturday,
September 4.
All other Apex Park and Recreation District
facilities will be open as usual during that time.
During shutdown, your Apex Center annual
pass is good at the cardio/weight rooms at the
Racquetball and Fitness Center (RFC), 12120 W.
64th Avenue. Hours at the RFC are Monday
through Friday, 5:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Saturday,
5:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Apex Center pass holders can also use
the cardio/weight room at the Community
Recreation Center (CRC), 6842 Wadsworth
Boulevard, during Apex Center shutdown. CRC
cardio/weight room hours are 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
and 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Monday through
Thursday, and 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Friday.
Meyers Pool may also be used by Apex Center
passholders during shutdown. Adult lap swim is
from 5:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. weekdays, and adult lap/open swim
is from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. weekdays.
Meyers Pool’s shutdown is August 14
through 22.
If you patronize other area recreation centers, their shutdown dates are:
Golden Community Center Pool:
August 15-August 22
Wheat Ridge Recreation Center:
August 23-27
City of Westminster:
• City Park Gymnasium:
August 28-September 3
• City Park Recreation Center:
August 30-September 3
• Swim and Fitness Center: August 16-22
• Swim and Fitness Center Pools: August
16-25
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Help Us Meet and Exceed Your
Recreation Needs!
our input on this short survey will help Apex Park and Recreation District evaluate
how well we are delivering recreation programs and activities to the community.
Fill it out, drop it at any facility, or mail it to: Survey, Apex Park and Recreation
District, 13150 W. 72nd Avenue, Arvada, CO 80005, by October 31. You can also complete the survey electronically at http://apexprd.org/customer-survey -- it’s easy, quick,
and completely anonymous. Thanks for helping us serve you better!
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What’s important to you when you are deciding on recreation
activities?
Location/schedule
Very important
Somewhat important
Not very important
Cost of activity
Very important
Somewhat important
Not very important
Program content
Very important
Somewhat important
Not very important
Staff knowledge
Very important
Somewhat important
Not very important
Condition/cleanliness of facility
Very important
Somewhat important
Not very important
What does Apex Park and Recreation District do well?
Mark all that apply.
! Programs are consistently fun and satisfying
! Staff knowledgeability
! Quality customer service
! Convenient times/locations
! Programs meet my wants/needs
! Cost effective
! Safe/well supervised
! Clean/well maintained
! Companionship with other participants
What could we improve on? Mark all that apply.
! Programs are consistently fun and satisfying
! Staff knowledgeability
! Quality customer service
! Convenient times/locations
! Programs meet my wants/needs
! Cost effective
! Safe/well supervised
! Clean/well maintained
! Companionship with other participants
Are there program areas where we don’t meet your needs?
Mark all that apply.
! Young children 5 and under
! Children 5-12
! Teens 12-18
! Adults 19-61
! Adults 62+
What year-round facilities do you patronize? Mark all that
apply.
! Apex Center 13150 W. 72nd Avenue
! Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Boulevard
! Racquetball and Fitness Center, 12120 W. 64th Avenue
! Garrison St. Center, 9101 Ralston Road
! Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Boulevard
! Secrest Youth and Teen Center, 6820 W. 66th Avenue
! Meyers Indoor Pool, 7900 Carr Street
What seasonal facilities do you patronize? Mark all that apply.
! Lake Arbor Outdoor Pool, 7451 W. 83rd Avenue
! Secrest Outdoor Pool, 6820 W. 66th Avenue
! Lutz Sports Complex, 58th Ave. and Miller Street
! Leisure Arts Center, 9195 W. 58th Avenue
! Arvada Tennis Center, 65th and Miller Street
! Campbell Cottages Preschool, 64th Pl. and Miller Street
Age: 18 and under 19-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+
Zip code: _____________________________
If you are a resident of the District,
how long have you been a resident?
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Food Bank
Needs Summer
Donations;
APRD is Ready
to Help
summer food collection campaign
to benefit the Arvada Community
Food Bank begins Monday, July
26. You can bring non-perishable donations to any facility, but collection barrels
are at the Apex Center, 13150 W. 72nd
Avenue; Garrison Street Sports Center,
9101 Ralston Road; the Community
Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth
Boulevard; the Racquetball and Fitness
Center, 12120 W. 64th Avenue; and the
Arvada Tennis Center, 6430 Miller Street.
Summer is a time of great need,
because there aren’t many major food
drives going on, and schools, where kids
in need can get lunch, are out for the
summer. So thanks for helping out! The
collection drive continues through
August 22.
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Apex PRD Activity Guide
Schedule Changing
he Apex Park and Recreation District activity guide, currently mailed to all APRD
residents, will shift to a twice-a-year publication schedule from its current three times
a year, beginning in spring 2011.
The next guide will come out at its usual time in mid-November, containing all
winter activities taking place through late March. Then, a combined spring/summer
issue will come out in mid-March, containing spring activities—late March through
Memorial Day— and summer activities—June, July, and August.
In late August, residents will receive a combined fall/winter program guide, containing activities from September through March.
This change will make it easier for participants to plan ahead for upcoming seasons, and will save a considerable amount in paper and mailing costs. As in the past,
registration for the activities in the guide begins shortly after they are mailed, so when
the guides come out, you’ll be able to plan and register for two seasons ahead.
We will continue to mail guides to every household in the District when the District
switches to the new schedule. You can also view it on our website, apexprd.org. On the
website, you can also browse the activities and register online, and subscribe to our enewsletter for the latest news and discount coupons.
Last but not least, look for the eight-page Apex PRD section in The Arvada Report
three times a year. The next section will appear in the December/January issue.
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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
Honor Guard Academy
BY HONOR GUARD COMMANDER BERT BROOKS
his June, the Arvada Fire
Department hosted its second
Honor Guard Academy taught by
instructors from the CPFF Honor Guard
and the Broomfield Police Department.
Twenty-three students from across the
State attended the five-day class. These
students learned basic and advanced
marching, forming and marching as a
Color Guard, moving and carrying a casket, and methods of conducting a Line of
Duty Death (LODD) funeral. The class
concluded with the students performing
the operations of a LODD funeral, including
the silent guard at the viewing, church services, and all of the honors at the cemetery. They
were then tested by demonstrating all the
skills learned during the class.
The class was given great reviews from the
students—a credit to the quality and experience
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Vice-President
James H. (Jim) Snyder
Secretary
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
of the instructors. All instructors have a passion
for the Honor Guard and what it means to those
that we honor. This Honor Guard Academy was
the first of two to be taught in Colorado this
year. A second will be held at the Douglas
County Fairgrounds in October. Details for all
classes can be found at www.arvadafire.com/
CPFF. !
Red Shirt Fridays
Have you noticed that Arvada firefighters
are wearing red shirts on Fridays, rather than
the traditional navy blue shirts?
Like many employers, Arvada Fire is
wearing red on Fridays to show support for
our service men and women. The deployment of Arvada Firefighter Justin Lambert to
Afghanistan inspired the District to wear red
on Fridays. Justin is currently serving a 12month deployment and is tentatively scheduled to return home next spring.
It is important to note that red shirt Fridays is not a political statement, but rather
the shared appreciation of all District employees in the sacrifice being made by Justin
Lambert and other service men and women. We will not forget them while they are
gone.
To learn more about Red Shirt Fridays go to www.redshirtfridays.org. !
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Arvada Fire’s Safety Day Recap
he Arvada Fire Department hosted its annual
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Safety Day on Saturday, June 26 at Arvada
Volunteer Firefighter Park (W. 84th Avenue
and Garrison Street). The day involved displays
and safety games from Arvada Fire, Arvada Police,
Jefferson County Sheriff, Colorado State Patrol,
Pridemark Paramedics, University Hospital, and
Flight for Life. Everything was free including face
painting, hot dogs, chips, water, and snow cones.
Next year’s event on June 18, 2011 is shaping
up to be even more fun! Watch for more information. !
Tips on Teaching Your Child the
Essentials of Calling 9-1-1
BY LEAD DISPATCHER KARIN MCMAHON
e all hope the day will never
come when a child needs to call
9-1-1. However, every day a
certain number of children across the
country place emergency calls. While
some calls are pranks or accidental dialings, many are real calls for help. Arvada
Fire Dispatchers would like to help you
educate your children to use the life-saving
9-1-1 system properly by offering the following tips:
Memorization
• Never use the term “nine-eleven”
when teaching children to call 9-1-1.
There is no 11 on the number pad.
• Teach your children their address and
phone number. Young children can be
taught through rhymes, songs, or constant repetition. Start with smaller
blocks of information, like three digits
of a phone number, then the following
four. Be patient, and remind your
child frequently.
Practice
• Your children may not be home when
an emergency happens; teach them to
describe surroundings and answer
questions if they don’t know the
address. If in another person’s home,
they may be able to walk outside and
see the house number or look for a
piece of mail with the address written
on it. The dispatcher on the line with
your child will prompt them to look for
these clues.
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Show them how to hold the phone at
the right distance and to speak clearly
in order to be heard. Remind them that
the person on the other end of the line
cannot hear them nodding or shaking
their heads.
• Tell your children to stay on the line
and keep talking to the dispatcher.
Remind them to hang up only when the
dispatcher says it is okay.
• Practice making a call to a relative or
friend to teach them to listen for the dial
tone and then punch in the numbers.
• Demonstrate to your children how to
make a call on a cell phone in case of
an emergency when they don’t have
access to a landline. If it is necessary to
press the “send” button to place a call,
help them to know how.
Location
• Be sure there is at least one phone your
children can reach in your home. Wallmounted phones are often placed too
high.
• Post critical information by the phone.
Keep an updated record of your address,
phone number, contact names and numbers, and allergies to provide information to both dispatchers and responders.
• Teach your children to go to safety
before calling 9-1-1. In case of a fire or
any other circumstance where your children could be in danger, teach them to
run to a trusted neighbor’s house before
placing the call.
Discussion
• Explain to your children the purpose of
9-1-1 and why children should not call
unless there is an emergency.
• Teach your children what to do if they
should call 9-1-1 by mistake. Explain
not to hang up, but to tell the dispatcher
that it was an accident and there is no
emergency.
• Discuss with your children any scenarios that could occur in your home and
help them prepare for them, such as a
problem with an elderly relative or any
family members with known health
concerns that may require medical
assistance.
• Encourage your child not to be afraid to
call 9-1-1 if there is a real emergency.
Use examples of what would be and
what would not be a necessary call.
Prevention
• Never let your child play with a phone
that still has a battery. Communications
centers receive calls even when a phone’s
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Chief’s Letter
BY FIRE CHIEF JON GREER
s I sit down to write this letter at
the end of June, I have to
remember that it will not be published for a couple of months. The reason
I state this upfront is that by now, at publication date, the elected Board of the
Arvada Fire Protection District will have
determined if they are going to seek an
increase in our mill levy or not. Whether
the Board decides to go or not, I am
going to cover our concerns for the future
and the effects on our citizens.
At this time, the AFPD has .75 firefighters per 1,000 residents compared to
neighboring departments which average
1.15 firefighters per 1,000 residents.
What this means to you is that in order
for us to bring Arvada Fire up to that
level would require an additional 45 firefighters. We simply cannot afford to do
that, nor would we consider asking voters
to increase the mill levy to hire that many
more firefighters.
The concern for our citizens is that in
2012 we will have a budget shortfall of
between $1.6 and $2.6 million dollars.
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Remember that today the AFPD already
receives less income than in 2008. Each
firehouse costs the District about
$950,000 to operate annually. There is
very little room in the budget left to cut
without effecting personnel. We estimate
that we will have to close one or two of
our eight fire stations to balance the
budget depending upon the reduction in
revenue we experience. These closures
may be accomplished in a couple of
ways. One is to determine which station(s) closure would have the least
impact on District operations, and completely shut it down. While District wide
the closure may have the least impact, for
those who live in the vicinity it will have
the most impact in terms of response to
that neighborhood. If we were to shut
down two firehouses, the district would
lay off up to 24 of our firefighters.
Another way to balance the budget is
with rolling “blackouts” of stations.
Under this scenario we would rotate
which two stations would be shut down
each day, spreading the effect across the
The Newest Smoke Alarm
Technology
y now, most of us understand the
importance of having at least one
working smoke alarm in our home.
Statistics show that having a working smoke
alarm can increase your chance of surviving
a fire by almost half. That is why Arvada
Fire has been working to spread the word
about the advantages of smoke alarms.
Now, there is technology that makes your
smoke alarm even better.
If your home was built within the last 15
years, your builder was required by the
building code to install “hard-wired,” interconnected smoke alarms on each floor of
your home. These alarms are powered by
your home’s electrical service but they still
have a battery, operating even during a
power outage. Because they are interconnected, they communicate with each other
so that when one activates, they all activate.
They are designed that way so that if the fire
starts in the basement, you and your family
are notified while you sleep in second story
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bedrooms, giving you a better chance of surviving the fire. However, if your home is
more than 15 years old, you probably don’t
have that luxury—until now.
Manufacturers are now selling WIRELESS interconnected smoke alarms. These
devices enable residents of older homes to
have the same protection as residents of
newer homes, without the messy electrical
work and labor costs. Some area hardware
stores already have these alarms stocked;
they are also available to order online.
Costs range from $30 - $50, and higher for
multi-packs.
According to manufacturer’s recommendations, smoke alarms should be replaced
every ten years. Despite the fact that a 12year-old alarm might sound when you push
the test button, it does not guarantee that the
alarm would work during an actual fire.
The Arvada Fire Protection District suggests
replacing alarms every ten years as manufacturers suggest—and when you do, consider the wireless, interconnected smoke
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District. Put another way, 25% of the
time your local firehouse would be shut
down. This would be accomplished by
laying off 24 firefighters or instituting
mandatory furlough days. Mandatory
furlough days would result in a drastic
reduction in firefighter salaries.
I think you can see the overall effect
on District coverage if we have to apply
either one of these options. This does not
take into account the possibility of having
to shut down a third firehouse on occasion due to sick leave coverage or other
types of leave. Furthermore, the District
will be unable to replace aging fire apparatus for the foreseeable future.
This may sound to you like a scare
tactic but it is a reality. We will see a
reduction in income in 2012. Without an
increase in revenue, the District Board
will need to make some very difficult
decisions in order to balance our budget
in the future.
As always, thanks for letting us be
your fire department. !
Property Tax
rvada Fire is funded mainly by property tax. Your property taxes equal
the tax rate (mill levy) times the
assessed value of your property (currently
7.96% of actual value).
Arvada Fire received a question from a
citizen asking why our mill levy is 9.48 but
her tax statement listed a mill levy of 9.558.
The 9.558 number actually includes two different taxes:
(1) The mill levy of 9.48 mills, which is
the voter-approved tax revenue to pay for
general operating expenses of the District.
(2) The levy for refunds and abatements
of 0.078 mills. This is property tax revenue
that the District did not receive in the prior
year. This is a completely different tax determined by the County. The two levies are
added to determine the total taxes on the
property tax statement.
For further information go to
http://www.co.jefferson.co.us/treasurer, or
call 303-271-8330. !
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Basement Fire Safety
n an ideal world, every basement
would look like those we see on
TV: a beautiful playroom for the
kids, a home theater, a full bath, and a
pool table. Unfortunately, most basements are actually a place where we
store things we think we may need in
the future. This makes basements
extremely dangerous for you and your
family as well as for the firefighters
who are called to put out the fire.
Following are some of the problems
our firefighters have discovered, and
tips on how to resolve those problems.
Hazardous Vapors and Liquids
In your basement you may find
flammable liquids that give off vapors.
All that it takes to start a major fire is for
those vapors to find a spark somewhere,
like the furnace or water heater.
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We recommend that you store these
flammable liquids outside in a shed, and
that they are stored in approved containers that are kept away from heat, sparks,
and open flames. Please do not smoke
around any of these products.
Storing Safely
Keep to a minimum the amount of
flammable materials you store in your
home by cleaning out once a year, or
holding a garage sale. In addition, make
sure that you maintain aisles in your
basement that lead to multiple exits,
including windows. The time that you
take to do this now may save your life
later.
Do not store lawn mowers, snow
blowers, and propane tanks indoors as
they contain flammable liquids that
release vapors heavier than air, and pres-
ent a serious fire and breathing hazard.
Electrical Safety
Electrical boxes that are over-fused
are a serious fire hazard. Bypassing circuit fuses can create a potential fire risk.
If a fuse blows it means that the wiring
or some electrical device connected to
the circuit is defective, or there may be
too many connected appliances that are
causing overload.
It is important to never use an extension cord for appliances that need a permanent supply of power such as the air
conditioner, fridge, and freezer, as this
can cause the cord to overheat and
ignite. All fixtures should be properly
secured, wires should be properly insulated from each other, and junction
boxes should be covered properly. !
Arvada Fire Hosts Second Annual Vehicle
Extrication Class
BY CAPTAIN TODD HYATT
n May 21, 22, and 23 the Arvada Fire
Protection District hosted the second annual
Arvada Auto X. The course was designed to
train firefighters from our community and across the
country in advanced techniques to rescue individuals
involved in vehicle collisions. The three-day course
featured industry-leading instructors from around the
nation. Students completed 24 hours of training in a
physically intense and demanding environment.
The students were presented with various rescue
scenarios ranging from cars that had collided with
utility poles to a school bus that had rolled on top of
another vehicle. Seventy scrap vehicles were used for
the drills.
The course was very successful with registrations
increasing from 54 students in 2009 to 96 students in
2010. Arvada looks forward to hosting the event in
the years to come, with the Arvada Auto X scheduled
for May 28 – 30, 2011. !
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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
Farmers Market:
Sundays June 26 September 6
Retail
Scrumptious
ce cream and candy aren’t just for
kids. We all have taste buds, and
they need special attention. So come
on down to Scrumptious located at
7523 Grandview Avenue and give your
buds the treatment they need!
Scrumptious offers “all good” ice
cream. What is “all good” you ask? The
hope is to use as many all-natural ingredients as possible, but the promise is to
make the best-tasting ice cream that
your taste buds have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Not an ice cream fan?
No problem. Scrumptious has more
candy choices than you could imagine!
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National Night Out:
August 3
Flicks: Fridays
August 6 - 27
Need something to wash it all down?
Try a hard-to-find bottled soda. These
aren’t your normal sodas. Scrumptious
has some you might have seen years
ago, and some that you have never heard
of...but all delicious. Come on down and
give your buds a treat!
Festival of Scarecrows:
October 9
Dining
Breadwinners
Trick or Treat:
he WOW starts here! Established
in 1992 our family owned
Business has received several
small business awards and is known for
our fresh made-from-scratch cuisine.
We specialize in all types of business
events including breakfast, lunch, open
houses, and cocktail parties. Weddings,
baby showers, anniversary and outdoor
BBQ's, our attention to detail, personalized service, and exquisite design will
make it an event to remember. Looking
for an inexpensive and unique place to
have a small gathering? Check out our
facility at 7311 Grandview or visit us at
BreadWinnersinc.com. Book
Christmas Parties Now!!
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Celebrate: Fridays
November 26,
December 10, 17
Laginappe:
December 7
www.oldetownarvada.org
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Events:
Festival of Scarecrows October 9th
Beauty and Wellness
Turning Heads Salon
ome join the free
family fun activities
at the 14th annual
Festival of Scarecrows on
Saturday, October 9 from
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Town Square (W. 57th
Avenue and Olde
Wadsworth) will be festooned with scarecrows,
pumpkins, gourds, and
cornstalks. Celebrate the
season throughout Olde
Town at this event produced by Arvada Festivals
Commission and
Downtown Arvada
Partnership.
Scarecrows created by individuals,
businesses, and organizations will vie
for votes from Festival guests. Last
year over 20 businesses and organizations entered scarecrows; this year
prizes will be awarded in several categories. Enter your own special scarecrow in the Contest.
Enter the Giant Pumpkin Contest
sponsored by the Arvada Gardeners or
watch the weigh-in of these amazing
giant gourds that often surpass 200
pounds! Prizes will be awarded in
several categories. The Gardeners will
also have a variety of gourds and cornstalks on sale.
Kids, get your costumes on and
march in the Kids’ Costume Parade
led by Brewster, the giant green
dinosaur from Coors Credit Union.
Every parade entrant receives a bag of
goodies.
Check out the Pumpkin Patch and
purchase your favorites for Halloween.
Proceeds from pumpkin sales will be
donated to the Arvada Community
Food Bank.
Enjoy a ride around Olde Town in
a horse-drawn wagon and watch the
little ones explore the Kiddie “Cone
Stalk” Maze. Admission to the maze
is canned goods for the Arvada
Community Food Bank.
et caught in the act of being you! Since no
one trend, look, or style dominates, selfexpression rules! The team at Turning Heads
Studio has been helping
people express themselves for over 15 years.
At Turning Heads we
will show you how to
shape and alter texture,
what looks most flattering for your lifestyle,
and hair texture. Call
today 303-420-2082.
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ince 1994, CAREER-Magic has
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Adding fun to the festivities are the
community booths, food sales, spooky
face painting, animal balloon twisting,
and more.
To enter a scarecrow in the contest
or get more information, call Historic
Olde Town Arvada at 303-420-6100 or
go to www.historicarvada.org.
100th anniversary of the Water
Tower
As part of the Festival of
Scarecrows, the Arvada Historical
Society invites everyone to celebrate
the 100th Anniversary of the Arvada
Water Tower beginning at 2:00 p.m. at
the foot of the Water Tower, south of
the train tracks near Olde Wadsworth
Boulevard. City Councilmembers will
be on hand and the Arvada Fire
Protection District will display the
1925 Dodge fire truck. Firemen will
explain how fire and rescue techniques
have improved over the years. In
1910, at the original celebration of the
new Water Tower, the water pressure
was so strong it knocked the firemen
off of their feet!
Entertainment for the anniversary
celebration will be provided by the
Pomona High School choir and the
celebration will be topped off with an
anniversary cake.
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720-898-7405
www.arvada.org/nature
7030 Garrison Street
Through September, the Center is open
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. –
7:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m.
– 5:00 p.m., as well as during programs and
special activities. Below are upcoming
classes and activities. Pre-registration is
required; to make reservations, call 720898-7405.
Nature Adventures:
An Interactive Experience
Celebrate the natural wonders of nature with your
child through short hikes, hands-on activities, crafts,
and books. Dress for the weather as we will spend a
portion of each class outside. Different topics each
month. Ages 4 – 6 and parents.
•
•
•
August 21, 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. No fee.
September 18, 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. No fee.
October 16, 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. No fee.
Story Time in the Garden
Mary Mary, quite contrary, how does your garden
grow? Explore animals, flowers, trees, seeds, and our
garden through stories! Charlotte Sandkuhler will lead
your little ones on a fun, interactive discovery of the
Majestic View garden and each week will involve
books, songs, games, or crafts. Plan to spend some
time outdoors marveling at nature and smelling the
roses. Ages 3 – 6 and parents.
• Wednesdays, September 8 - 29, 10:00 a.m. – 10:45
a.m. $15 for four-week session.
Zoom into Nature
Tips, tools, and techniques for getting the most out of
your scenic, wildlife, and close-up photography. Learn
by doing in this hands-on photographic experience,
using Majestic View Nature Center’s lake, wildlife, and
new xeriscape garden as subjects. Any kind of film or
digital camera is required; S.L.R. (Single Lens Reflex) is
preferred. Ages 14 and older.
• Wednesdays, August 18 and September 1, 15, and
29; 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. $30 for four sessions.
Come discover the fascinating world of Colorado’s fish!
Play an exciting game of Go Fish with fishing rods.
From cutthroats to pumpkinseeds, we will explore the
local fish species and even ice and decorate a fish
cookie—anatomically accurate of course! Ages 6 – 12.
rable characters in Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, come to this
book reading! Learn what these crazy critters are trying to tell us and how we can apply the lessons in
today’s world. “Unless someone like you cares a whole
awful lot, nothing is going to get better, its not!” Ages
6 – 12.
•
•
Ever Eat a Fish With Frosting?
August 31, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. $3.
October 2, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. No fee.
Explore the Animal Kingdom
Through Art
Pre-school Fun with Animals
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 a healthy after-school
snack each time. Ages 6 – 12.
each week. This four-week class includes: I is for
•
Animal Art and Awesome Activities
Learn about, and then use your artistic skills to discover amazing creatures and activities and make a great
project to take home. Ages 6 – 10.
September 11, Sea Creatures, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$10.
•
October 9, Spooky Creatures, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$10.
Evening Bird Walk
Spring 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.
Ages 10 – adult.
•
Iguana, J is for Jackrabbit, K is for Kangaroo, and L is for
Lion. Enjoy an up-close and personal look into their
wonderful world, using books, stories, crafts, and
games. Ages 3 – 6.
•
Wednesdays, September 15 – November 17, 4:00
p.m. – 5:30 p.m. $90 for 10-week session.
•
Jody Weiland teaches about a different kind of animal
September 14, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. No fee.
Wednesdays, October 6 – 27, 10:00 a.m. –
10:45 a.m. $15 for four-week session.
Rock Art
Are you a budding archaeologist? Catch a glimpse of
life hundreds of years ago with Betsy Weitkamp, former teacher and a member of the Denver Chapter of
the Colorado Archaeological Society. Archaeologists
are finding remains of dwellings including artifacts
and artistry left by the first inhabitants living in
Colorado! It is important to learn about the finds and
to respect what is remaining from the past. Observe
and touch examples of pictographs and petroglyphs.
Create your own drawing of rock art to take home.
Ages 7 – 12.
•
October 7, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. No fee.
School Field Trips: Elementary
Exploration Program
A Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) Tier III
Who Polluted Oberon Lake?
grant assists in funding this program, a K-6th grade sci-
Ever wonder who is responsible for the pollution in our
waterways? How can we stop the pollution from ruining
our natural habitats? Learn about water pollution’s origins
by playing a gooey and gross game at the shore of Lake
Oberon. Everyone will leave feeling empowered about
keeping our waterways clean. Ages 6 – 12.
ence curriculum in which students learn environmen-
•
Elementary Exploration is offered weekdays from
September 21, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. No fee.
tal education concepts throughout the 80-acre park
and Center facility. Students rotate through stations
and participate in hands-on activities. Topics are science standards based, specific to grade level.
Lessons from Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 12:30 p.m. and can accom-
Have you ever met a brown barbaloot or spotted a
humming fish? Can you hear the song of the swomee
swans? If you or your kids have not met these memo-
modate up to 70 students per program. The cost is
$3.75 per student. Call the Nature Center for further
information or 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
Annual Business Appreciation Event
On September 30
business and community
leaders will gather at the
Arvada Center for the
16th Annual Business
Appreciation Event! This
annual affair is designed
to recognize the valuable
contributions of Arvada
businesses to our community, appreciate their
Jerry Marks of Custom Environmental
support and involveServices was the 2009 Entrepreneur
ment, and give particiof the Year.
pants an opportunity to
meet and renew business
acquaintances. Arvada Economic Development Association
(AEDA) will present outstanding business awards during this
special breakfast. For more information, call the AEDA office
at 720-898-7010.
Best Series Continues
Business Education Series Training (BEST) is a partnership
of Jefferson County municipalities and non-profit business specialists. The program provides high quality educational seminars and training sessions for the region’s business community.
These seminars are relevant, diverse, and affordable and are
presented for the purpose of encouraging successful growth in
a challenging business climate. The next BEST Seminars are:
Communications Skills for Leaders
Friday, August 20, 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling Street
Cost: $15 - Presented by Enterprise Wheat Ridge and
Wheat Ridge 2020
Information: 303-594-1520
Renewable Energy: Going Green in Jefferson County
Thursday, September 16, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Wheat Ridge Rec Center 4005 Kipling Street
Cost: $15 - Presented by the Jefferson County
Workforce Center
Skyfuel’s Reflectech Wins Radtech Award
Congratulations to Arvada based SkyFuel, Inc. and Red
Spot Paint and Varnish Co., Inc. of Evansville, Indiana. These
companies recently announced that SkyFuel’s ReflecTech division received a 2010 Emerging Technology Award from
RadTech International for their collaborative development of
an abrasion resistant hardcoat for ReflecTech® Mirror Film.
The hardcoat adds a protective shield to the surface of
ReflecTech® Mirror Film, which is primarily used in utilityscale parabolic trough concentrating solar power systems as a
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high-performance, lower cost alternative to the fragile, curved
glass mirrors commonly used in such systems. ReflecTech and
Red Spot began developing the hardcoat in mid-2008 as part of
a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with the
U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy
Laboratory (NREL).
Arvada Engineering Firm Sends Pumps Into Space
The successful June 4 launch of the
Falcon 9 rocket has been hailed as a
major milestone for the commercial
launch industry. But the maiden flight of
Falcon 9 — destined to deliver supplies
to the international space station after
the space-shuttle fleet is retired later this
year — was cause for particular celebration at an Arvada engineering firm.
Barber-Nichols, which has about 60
employees, designed and built Falcon
9’s turbo pumps — all 10 of them! “We
are pretty excited,” said sales manager Bob Linden. “This was
the first time that something we built was brought up into
orbit.” Founded in 1966, Barber-Nichols specializes in designing, engineering, manufacturing, and testing products such as
pumps, turbines, and compressors. The products are used in
cryogenic research labs, national defense, aeronautics, and
spaceflight. Clients have included Lockheed Martin, Ball
Aerospace, NASA, and the National Institute of Standards and
Technology, as well as non-aerospace entities.
Leadership Arvada 2010 Graduation
Friends, family, and elected
officials joined to
congratulate the
2010 Leadership
Arvada class during a morning
graduation ceremony held on June
17 at the Arvada
Center for the Arts
and Humanities. Facilitated by Hazel Hartbarger, Director of
the Arvada Economic Development Association; and Dot
Wright, President of the Arvada Chamber of Commerce; the
ceremony recognized 23 community participants who successfully completed the nine-month course. Graduates were
addressed by class representatives Brett Haigler and Jeff Voth
who expressed their appreciation for both the experience and
the valuable relationships formed during the course of the program. Certificates of Achievement were presented to the class
by AEDA President Frank Barone, Arvada Mayor Bob Frie,
and Chamber President Erika O’Hara.
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The Class of 2010 included: Cheryl
Barone, John Bodner, Lori Burns,
Beverly Craddock, Dan Cupit, CJ
Dantinne, Richard Deem, Jason
Dennison, Russ Drabek, David Goff,
Brett Haigler, Linda Haley, Scott
Johnson, Ryan Lambrecht, Paul
Markov, Peggy Moya, Nathan Mudd,
Doug Rankin, Aaron Skoff, Joan Smith,
Doris Stipech, Rachel Van Winkle, and
Jeff Voth. See KATV’s special report on
Leadership Arvada’s Class of 2010
project, Arvada High School Commons
Area, at
http://www.youtube.com/cityofarvada#p/u/0/8nAurn11GO0 or
http://aeda.biz/about-aeda/leadershiparvada.
Over 20 people have already registered to participate in the 2010-2011
series.
Protecting Personal Information
Colorado Attorney General John
Suthers announced that his office has
produced a new pamphlet in partnership with the Federal Trade
Commission to help Colorado businesses protect their customers personal and
financial information. “Protecting
Personal Information: A Guide for
Business” was produced from funds
obtained as part of a 2009 multi-state
settlement with TJX Companies Inc.
Businesses can access a digital copy of
this pamphlet at:
http://www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov/sites/default/files/BookletwithCo
loInfo%20-%20Press%20Quality.pdf
Results of ICSC Phase II Study
In an effort to understand how the
recession has impacted consumer shopping habits the International Council of
Shopping Centers (ICSC) launched
Phase I of a consumer tracking study in
October of 2009 with the goal of providing a method by which to track consumer perceptions and behaviors.
Phase II of the study explored whether
consumer attitudes and shopping habits
have changed since Phase I. ICSC also
took the opportunity to ask consumers
some specific questions about online
shopping as well as their use of social
media.
While consumers’ overall financial
perceptions remain fairly flat from
Phase I to Phase II, there have been
some positive changes in shopping
behaviors as 28% of consumers show
an inclination to spend more money.
Additionally, consumers are visiting
shopping centers more often than in the
past year and their purchases of discretionary goods, apparel, and casual dining have increased. Learn more about
the study at the ICSC website,
www.icsc.org under Featured
Information.
Miles Driven For Shopping Continues
to Climb, But Pace Slows
Newly released data from the U.S.
Department of Transportation show that
the average American household is
driving less than it did in 2001. But,
while the number of miles logged going
to work, social events, and other activities declined over the last decade, the
number of miles families drive for
shopping each year continued to climb
— although at a much slower pace than
in the 1990s. The figures come from
the National Household Travel Survey,
which is conducted every six to eight
years. The 2009 data was gathered during some of the worst months of the
economic collapse, from late 2008 into
early 2009, which may have skewed the
results somewhat as people were driving less than normal. But the good
news is that the growth in the number
of miles Americans log for shopping
has slowed substantially from the rapid
increases of the 1990s, and there are
signs that neighborhood businesses may
be making a comeback. A recent study
by CEOs for Cities found that homes
located within walking distance of local
stores have held value much better than
houses located in places where picking
up a loaf of bread entails driving several miles.
This renewed interest in living near
local businesses is good news as we
look for ways to reduce our impact on
the climate. A Seattle study found that
living in compact, mixed use neighborhoods that include small businesses
reduces a family’s greenhouse gas
emissions by an average of 26 percent..
Sampling of New Arvada Businesses
American Driving Academy is
located at 7878 W. 80th Place Ste. IJ
Artists Creative Agency Inc. represents artists at 8795 Ralston Road.
Auger Construction Inc. is a new
construction company located at 12500
W. 58th Avenue, Suite 220.
Docucents LLC provides “paper to
document imaging” services and is
located at 5405 W. 56th Avenue, Suite
H.
Empire Roofing located to 7828
Vance Drive, Suite 201.
Flamma Blu Reiki offers a
Japanese technique for stress reduction
and relaxation and is located at 8795
Ralston Road, Suite 246.
Front Range Orofacial Myology is
a facial therapy business located at
8795 Ralston Road, Suite 125.
Gioia Systems LLC is an online
gaming business located at 5480 W.
60th Avenue, Suite A.
Go World Publishing offers travel
publishing services and is located at
16205 W. 64th Avenue, Suite B4.
Kavkaz is a new bakery located at
10050 Ralston Road, Unit D.
KM Electric LLC is an electric
repairs company located at 4475 W.
58th Avenue.
L.O.S.T. Construction is a construction materials business located at
6945 Indiana Court, Suite 700.
Mastercraft Auto Upholstery can
be found at 5625 Newland Way
New Directions for Life is a new
mental health business located at 8850
Ralston Road, Suite 201.
Painters is a new business located
at 5195 W. 58th Avenue, Unit F.
Property Doctors, handling water
and sewage damage restoration and
asbestos removal are located at 14700
W. 66 Place, Suite 7.
Quinlisk Wellness and
Performance is a physical therapy
business located at 6390 Gardenia
Street, Suite 240.
Scrumptious is a new ice cream
and candy shop open at 7523
Grandview Avenue.
Stacie Siegler Counseling Inc.
located to 7985 Vance Drive, Suite
106B.
Stephanie Camins Counseling
business located to 7985 Vance Drive.
Total Chaos Paintball can be
found at 5450 Wadsworth Bypass.
Transformation Massage Therapy
is now located at 8850 W. 58th Avenue.
Virtual Built Environments provides business services and is located at
7873 W. 55th Avenue.
Yoli’s Granoli produces organic
granola at 5604 Kendall Court in the
Rocky Mtn. Commissary.
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Summer Adventures in Arvada Parks
Citizen Park
Assessments
ooking for a summer adventure in
Arvada? Try visiting one of the
following four Arvada parks,
trails or open spaces:
Arvada Associated Modelers
Airpark is operated by the Arvada
Radio-Controlled Model Airplane Club
on a section of Pattridge Open Space
land leased from the City. They have
three runways, a control tower, and an
airplane hangar. Club members fly their
planes nearly everyday, weather permitting. The public is invited to come
watch; there are even bleachers for a
good view. In warm weather, the group
offers free flying lessons every Thursday
from 4:00 p.m. to dusk. September 11
is the modelers annual Free Air Show.
The Airpark is located just east of
Highway 93, between W. 64th Avenue
and Leyden Road (entrance is the same
for Pioneer Sand and Gravel).
Thundercloud Park sits atop a
L
water storage tank and offers a 360degree view of the metro area. Denver
International Airport, Pikes Peak, Mount
Evans, and Long’s Peak are visible from
the two tennis courts at the apex of the
park. Its name “Thundercloud Park”
refers to the summer afternoon thunderclouds you can watch move across the
front range. This 9.5 acre Park includes
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a playground, basketball court, tables,
and benches. The Park is located at
7150 Hackberry Road, east of
Wadsworth Boulevard and south of W.
72nd Avenue.
Little Dry Creek Trail offers five
miles of trail to walkers, bikers, wheelchairs, and equestrians. The Trail meanders from Sheridan Boulevard to Alkire
Street. Highlights include Meadowglenn
Lake, Wood Run Park with its new playground and trails, MacArthur Park,
Lakecrest Park, and a shelter at Michael
Northey Park. Take time to enjoy the
mountain views and neighborhood landscapes on this off-street trail. The trail
ends at Alkire Street, but continue along
W. 86th Parkway for a cold drink or ice
cream cone at the shops at the Village of
Five Parks!
Lewis Ralston Gold Strike Park
offers an excellent history of the first
gold discovery in Colorado...right here
in Arvada! The park is located at W.
56th Avenue and Depew Street. Gold
Strike Park provides easy accessibility to
more adventures—go west on the
Ralston Creek Trail or head over the
gorgeous pedestrian bridge to Denver on
the Clear Creek Trail.
For more information on the City’s
parks, trails, and open spaces, stop by
Arvada City Hall to pick up your own
“Parks and Open Space Trail Map and
Guide.”
he Arvada park, trails, and
open space maintenance crews
work diligently year-round to
maintain more than 188 sites and
1,200 acres of park space in prime
condition. As the number of sites and
acres continues to grow, crews stay
busy focusing on functional aspects
such as landscaping, irrigation systems, and playground equipment.
The Arvada Park Advisory
Committee (APAC) provides park
assessments to the maintenance crews
from a citizen ‘usage’ perspective. This
perspective is useful for crews because
it provides an impartial and credible
third-party opinion of the facilities and
their functions. Each quarter APAC, in
conjunction with the crews, selects two
parks for assessment based on the
park’s age, location, and maintenance
district. For each park APAC completes
a citizen report card developed with
input from the maintenance staff. Topics
on the report card range from landscaping (drainage, trees), infrastructure
(tables, parking, bicycle racks), and features and amenities (pet pick-up bags,
pavilions/shelters). This summer APAC
is assessing two of Arvada’s gems: Oak
Park (6502 Oak Street) and Lake Arbor
Park (6400 Pomona Drive). We invite
Arvada residents to visit these two
parks and provide a personal assessment on the quality and experience. If
you happen to see an APAC member
(identified by a clipboard and a blue
polo shirt) performing an assessment,
we welcome your feedback!
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
AUGUST
August
9
10
22
Arvada City Council, 5:30 p.m.
Arvada Center Outdoor
Arvada City Hall
Amphitheatre
Planning Commission,
23
Arvada City Hall
24
20
Arvada City Hall
October
CTOBER
Flicks in the Square:
4
Arvada City Hall
9
Scarecrow Festival
Olde Town Arvada
See page 26
9
Arvada City Hall
16
Shred-a-Thon, 8:00 a.m.
Arvada Center
See page 12
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.5K Endurance Challenge for
Ratatouille
Ralston House, 10:00 a.m.
Olde Town Square
September
EPTEMBER
6
The Neville Brothers,
Labor Day
Arvada City Hall Closed
7
7:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Arvada Center Outdoor
Arvada City Hall
8
Arvada Police Department
Flicks in the Square: Rebel
Community Roundtable:
Without a Cause
Sexting, 5:30 p.m.
Olde Town Square
Arvada City Hall
See page 10
Michael W. Northey Memorial
10-12
85th Annual Harvest Festival
Arrowhead Golf Club, 10850
and Parade
W. Sundown Trail, Littleton
See page 10
Call Detective Mark Greubel at
Visit www.ArvadaHarvest
720-898-6719 for more infor-
FestivalParade.com for more
mation, to register, or to spon-
information
sor the event.
13
Annual Dog Swim,
Arvada City Hall
Pool
14
Arvada Center:
Arvada City Hall:
8101 Ralston Road
Lake Arbor Pool
7451 W. 83rd Way
Olde Town Square
Olde Wadsworth Boulevard and W. 57th
Avenue
Secrest Pool
6820 W. 66th Avenue
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Secrest Pool and Lake Arbor
O
S
See page 9
Golf Tournament
21
27
Arvada City Hall
Amphitheatre
20
5:30 p.m.
Arvada City Hall
the Future
Arvada City Hall
17
21
5:30 p.m.
Olde Town Arvada
16
Arvada City Hall
Flicks in the Square: Back to
Olde Town Square
14
20
Arvada City Hall
5:30 p.m.
13
Asleep at the Wheel, 7:30 p.m.
Premiere, Sunset Boulevard
Dates subject to change.
Confirm with appropriate agency.
Arvada Center
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Permit No. 1278
P.O. Box 8101 8101 Ralston Road
Arvada, Colorado 80001-8101
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Arvada Center Happenings
The Arvada Center–
Treat Yourself to the Arts!
Children’s Theater
To purchase tickets and for more
information call 720-898-7200 or visit
www.arvadacenter.org
On Stage
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Book & Lyrics by Don Black & Christopher Hampton
Based on the Billy Wilder Film
Directed by Rod A. Lansberry
Winner of 7 Tony Awards
including Best Musical and
Best Musical Score
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical score
is stunning and romantic making this the perfect
opening act to our 2010-11 season. Based on the 1950 film,
the story is about Norma Desmond, a relic of the early years of filmmaking. When talkies pushed silent films and their stars out of the limelight, Norma
locked herself into her mansion with her memories, an ex-husband and a chimp as
her only companions. Twenty years later, when disillusioned screenwriter Joe
Gillis stumbles within her reach, Norma sees in him an opportunity to make her
“return” to the big screen.
Originally Adapted and Produced for the Stage by Theatre BAM
From the Series Created by George Newall and Tom Yohe
Based on an idea by David McCall
Book by Scott Ferguson, George Keating and Kyle Hall
Music and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, Bob Dorough, Dave Frishberg,
Kathy Mandry, George Newall and Tom Yohe.
Sept. 14 - Oct. 10, 2010
Children’s Theater Sponsored in part by
The Arvada Center brings back Schoolhouse Rock
Live! this fall continuing with songs we missed in
our first production last spring. This nostalgic
production instructs a whole new generation that
learning can be fun—when a first-time school
teacher realizes he can win his students over with
imagination and music. Featuring such beloved
Schoolhouse Rock songs as Just a Bill, Interplanet
Janet, Lolly, Lolly, Lolly, and Elbow Room.
Nuevo León: Tres Generaciones
Main Gallery
Herencia Milenaria: Contemporary
Ceramics from Tonalá, Jalsico, Mexico
Theater Lobby Gallery
Oct 21-Dec 30, 2010
Weekday tickets: $8
Weekend tickets: $10
Photo Credit: P. Switzer, Seth Caikowski as Tom, Amanda Earls as
Sparky, Ashlie-Amber Harris as Whynona, Matt LaFontaine as
Coolroy, Daniel Langhoff as Mathu and Julia Perrotta as Hap
From the Spring 2010 production of Schoolhouse Rock Live!
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In the Galleries
Raíces y Ramas/Roots and Branches
Additional Support provided by:
Kinder Morgan Foundation,
The Jefferson Foundation,
Ralph and Florence Burgess Trust,
Target,
Wells Fargo Foundation
and Linda and Terry Stevinson
Upper Gallery
September 16 – November 14, 2010
Special opening reception event for all three exhibitions:
Thursday, September 16, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

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