August/September 2016

Westminster
Fall
Events
Bring
Activity
CITY to New Downtown
Edition
AUG./SEPT. 2016
An Informational
Newspaper for
Residents of
Westminster
BEFORE ANY OF THE NEW BUILDINGS GO UP AND
before any of the new tenants move in, Downtown Westminster will be a popular gathering spot – thanks to an
exciting line up of “pop-up” events to be staged on the
site this fall.
Back in the 1990s, the original Westminster Mall located on the current downtown site, was a regional draw
and a socializing center for all generations. At its peak,
the mall had more than 1.2 million square feet of retail
and six department stores, making it the largest enclosed mall in the region.
The vision for the new downtown will deliver sights
and sounds that a local mall or outdoor shopping center
can’t deliver. The “I Dig Downtown” Event Series will
introduce the general public to what is soon to become
the new heart and hub of the city. Activities and attractions will include music, maker markets, mud football,
street fairs and wild flower displays.
Please see DOWNTOWN WESTMINSTER on page 7
TIPI VILLAGE
Now at Standley
Lake
Page 6
WESTY FEST
Fun for the
whole family
Page 8
PAID
Permit No. 32
Westminster, CO 80031
PRSRT STD
U.S. Postage
Westminster launched a
new bike share program
with 32 cruiser bikes
available at five
stations, including eight
alternative bikes (three
hand bikes and five
trikes). Rent through
your cell phone, it’s that
easy! Sign up for an
account online by visiting
www.zagster.com/
westminster for details.
Westminster Studies the
History and Significance of
California Ranch Homes
WESTMINSTER STATION/
B LINE NOW OPEN!
The Westminster Station, located at
approximately 69th Avenue (now Westminster Station Drive) and Grove Street in
south Westminster, opened for service on
July 25, providing non-stop service to
Denver Union Station in just 11 minutes.
The B Line operates from 5 a.m. to 10
IN WESTMINSTER’S OLDER
neighborhoods you’ll find a unique collection of mid-century modern homes within
a square mile of post-World War II subdivisions between Federal and Sheridan
boulevards (from 76th to 88th avenues).
The 290 identified ranch-style properties have been the subject of an architectural study by Historitecture LLC during
the last six months. Thanks to a Certified
Local Government grant provided by History Colorado, and funded through the National Park Service, the city hired
Historitecture to complete a survey, documenting each home with a current photograph noting key architectural elements
(focusing on character-defining and decorative building features and materials),
identifying variations between properties,
and noting any alterations and additions.
The consultant, with research assistance from the Westminster Historical
Society, also completed a historic context
study to better understand the community’s history at the time these homes
were built. The context covers topics related to residential subdivision development, annexation, key subdivisions,
marketing of homes, types of individuals
who were drawn to Westminster and how
these trends fit into the larger story of
Colorado and national subdivision designs and development.
Please see CALIFORNIA RANCH HOMES
on page 6
p.m. every day. Monday-Friday the train
runs every 30 minutes during peak hours
(6-9 a.m. and 3-6 p.m.) and every 60 minutes during non-peak hours. Weekends
and holidays the train runs every hour.
The fare is just $2.60.
Westminster Station will be an end-ofthe-line station until additional funding
for future phases of the FasTracks rail to
Boulder and Longmont is identified. Visit
www.WestminsterStation.us for
complete details.
Bring your B Line daily ticket stub to
the MAC, 3295 W. 72nd Ave., or the Swim
& Fitness Center, 3290 W. 76th Ave., for
free admission in August and September.
August/September 2016 2
What’s NEWS
Proposed 2017/2018 Budget Being Finalized;
Community Input Sought
PROVIDE YOUR FEEDBACK
THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER ADOPTS A TWO-YEAR
budget and is finalizing the proposed 2017/2018 budget
for City Council consideration in September. The Strategic Plan and Vision provides important guidance to staff
as they develop the proposed budget for the next two
years. Public input has been gathered at two public meetings held on June 13 and July 25; a final public hearing is
scheduled for Sept. 12. Additionally, a Community Summit was held on March 2, and a citizen survey was conducted in early 2016. Final budget recommendations will
be submitted to City Council in early September for consideration. After reviewing the proposed 2017/2018
budget for several weeks, City Council is scheduled to
conduct a budget retreat on Sept. 17. City Council will deliberate on final funding decisions regarding staffing
levels, programs, services and capital projects. The proposed budget will be available online and at the City
Clerk’s Office in City Hall after Sept. 1.
Please see BUDGET on page 3
Provide feedback on the proposed 2017/2018
budget at the final public hearing on Monday,
Sept. 12, at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall. Residents and
businesses may also provide feedback to City
Council at outreach events (Westy Fest, Movies in
the Park, etc.), via telephone (303-658-2006), via
email ([email protected]), via mail
(c/o City Manager’s Office, 4800 W. 92nd Ave.,
Westminster, 80031) or through the city’s website
(www.cityofwestminster.us) and Facebook
(www.facebook.com/cityofwestminstercolorado).
The City Services You Should Know About
CITY COUNCIL CONNECTS WITH RESIDENTS ABOUT IMPORTANT CITY SERVICES
MARK YOUR
CALENDARS!
City Council
Community Meeting
@ Bradburn
Tuesday, Sept. 20
6-8 p.m., Noah’s of
Westminster,
11885 N. Bradburn
Blvd.
The Westminster City
Council invites you to
this community
meeting that will be
fun for you and your
family! Enjoy some of
your favorite local
foods, get to know
your City Council
members and
neighbors, ask
questions and learn
about current news
on city projects.
CHANCES ARE YOU HAVE NOTICED THE
social media and Channel 8 public service
announcements from your City Council
about important services the city provides to
residents. Here is the list that just might have
a service you need to know about:
• Dog Licenses: City dog licenses are
available for purchase at the Westminster
Public Safety Center Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.
to 6p.m.
• Graffiti removal: If you see graffiti, call
303-706-3333.
• Passports: The city provides passport
services. Call 303-706-3404 for more
information.
• $500 Solar Discount: Westminster residents are eligible for a $500 discount of solar
panels. Go to: http://solorcommunities.org/
discount-program.
• Volunteer Opportunities: Interested in
volunteer opportunities? Call 303-658-2159.
• Home Repairs: Assistance available
through the Emergency and Essential Home
Repair Program. Call to see if you are eligible: 303-403-5423.
• Citizenship Prep Classes: Every Saturday from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Irving Street
Library. No registration required. Call 303658-2313 for more information.
• Job Hunt Help: Get free, one-on-one
help with online applications, resumes, cover
letters and finding job openings every
Wednesday 5-7 p.m. at Irving Street Library.
• Speak English Conversation Classes:
Free Speak English Conversation classes help
you speak English more confidently. Call
303-658-2313 for more information.
LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
SCHEDULE FOR CITY
FACILITIES
Sunday, Sept. 4
• Libraries will be closed.
Left to right: City
Councillor Shannon
Bird, Mayor Herb
Atchison and City
Councillor Maria De
Cambra pose for a
picture after
welcoming the
community to this
year’s Summer Block
Party at Irving Street
Park on June 9.
• Spanish Conversation Club: Practice
your Spanish language skills in a fun and
friendly atmosphere every Wednesday 6:308:30 p.m. Call 303-658-2603
• Access Westminster: See a pothole that
needs filling? Looking for info on a city service? www.accesswestminster.us.
• Tree Limb Recycling/Free Mulch: Recycle your tree limbs every second Saturday
(March-November) 8 a.m. to noon. Call
303-658-2201 for more information.
• Drop-in Computer and Technology
Help: Free, drop-in computer and technology help at the Irving Street Library every
first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. and
every second Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. No registration required. Call 303-658-2313 for
more information.
• SPIRIT Club: Golf discounts and
monthly specials on green fees, merchandise, tournaments and more. Visit
www.golfwestminster.us to sign up!
Monday, Sept. 5
• City Park Recreation Center, golf
courses and Standley Lake will be
open normal business hours.
• Adventure Pass: Get free access to cultural and recreation attractions across the
metro area. Call 303-658-2604 or visit
www.cityofwestminster.us/Libraries/
AdventurePass.
• Kids Golf Free: Children under 17 play
free golf every day after 3 p.m. at Legacy
Ridge and The Heritage golf courses. Book
your tee time: www.golfwestminster.us.
• Cell phone recycling: Cell phones are
refurbished to make 911 calls and distributed
to the elderly or victims of domestic abuse.
Donate your phones at the Westminster Police Department or The MAC.
• Smart 911: This system allows 911 operators to access vital information about your
household during an emergency such as
medications, emergency contacts, disabilities and more. Sign up at:
www.smart911.com.
• Libraries, the Sports Center,
City Hall and the Municipal Court
will be closed.
• City Park Fitness Center, the
MAC, Swim & Fitness Center and
West View Recreation Center will
close at 3 p.m.
• Countryside Pool closes at 6 p.m.
WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL
The Westminster
City Council
is elected at-large.
Councillors
represent all
residents of the
city, not specific
wards or districts.
COUNCIL
MISSION
STATEMENT
“Our job is to
deliver exceptional
value and quality
of life.”
HERB ATCHISON
Mayor
303-915-5625
ALBERTO GARCIA
Mayor Pro Tem
303-521-3996
BRUCE BAKER
Councillor
303-408-2288
SHANNON BIRD
Councillor
303-435-3480
MARIA DE CAMBRA
Councillor
720-323-3664
EMMA PINTER
Councillor
720-239-2053
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Term Expires: Nov. 2017
Term Expires: Nov. 2017
Term Expires: Nov. 2017
Term Expires: Nov. 2019
Term Expires: Nov. 2019
Term Expires: Nov. 2017
ANITA SEITZ
Councillor
303-817-5237
[email protected]
Term Expires: Nov. 2019
WESTMINSTER STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS:
Visionary Leadership, Effective
Governance and Proactive
Regional Collaboration
Vibrant, Inclusive and
Engaged Community
Beautiful, Desirable,
Safe and Environmentally
Responsible City
Dynamic, Diverse
Economy
Financially Sustainable
Government Providing
Excellence in City Services
Ease of Mobility
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CityNEWS
Mysterious Egg-Laying Creature
Takes Up Residence at Standley Lake
ATTRACTS TREASURE HUNTERS FROM ACROSS THE REGION!
ALREADY HOME TO AN IMPRESSIVE
diversity of wildlife, Standley Lake Regional
Park has added a mysterious new inhabitant.
An as-of-yet unidentified creature has been
leaving colorful, glass-blown eggs along the
newly dedicated Standley Lake portion of the
Rocky Mountain Greenway Trail. Baffled by
the source, park officials are seeking the
public’s help in searching for evidence of the
egg-laying entity.
The beautiful eggs can be found in plain
sight along the length of the greenway trail.
While park officials require visitors to “take
only photos and leave only footprints,” they
are making an exception; visitors are invited
to keep any of the one-of-a-kind art objects
they discover. Successful egg hunters are encouraged to bring their treasure to the Nature
Center to receive a free display stand and a
certificate of authenticity.
In addition to the eggs, park officials report that visitors have stumbled across an
even more rare artifact from the still-unnamed mythical creature -pieces of “rainbow
poo.” Visitors lucky enough to find the magical glass poo are invited to report their find
to the Nature Center, where they will receive
a free T-shirt.
Eggs can be hunted during the park’s normal operating hours. Summer hours (May 1
to Sept. 30) are sunrise to sunset for walk-in
access or 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. for drive-in access. Winter hours (Oct. 1 to April 30) are
sunrise to sunset for walk-in access or 7:30
a.m. to one-hour prior to sunset for drive-in
access. Regular vehicle admission fees apply
($7 per car); annual passes are also available
($60 per vehicle). Discounted passes are offered to seniors and active military.
Treasure hunters, come find a one-of-a-kind, glass-blown egg along the newly dedicated Standley Lake portion of the Rocky
Mountain Greenway Trail.
Spoiler Alert:
The Standley Lake Regional Park egg and
poo initiative is envisioned as a participatory
public art project and to encourage visitors to
discover the newly dedicated portion of the
Rocky Mountain Greenway Trail. The number of eggs deposited will increase in September to encourage park visitation during
the off-season.
Through December, 300 eggs and 30
pieces of poo will be placed along the trail in
clearly marked “egg zones.” The art was commissioned from Corey Silverman of The Furnace, a hot glass studio in Lakewood. Each
piece is engraved with an ID number and the
year of creation.
Learn more about Standley Lake at
www.cityofwestminster.us/ParksRec/Parks/
StandleyLakeRegionalPark.
The Zombie Apocalypse
is Coming Oct. 15 – Break
Out Your Golf Clubs!
THE ALREADY CHALLENGING GAME OF
golf gets even more difficult this fall with Westminster’s first ever nine-hole Zombie Golf
Tournament. Join the fun on Saturday, Oct. 15,
when live zombies invade the Legacy Ridge Golf
Course at 10801 Legacy Ridge Parkway.
This unique golf experience kicks off at
3 p.m. with a shotgun start and scramble format. In addition to the usual hazards (sand
traps, water hazards, trees), live zombies will
be stationed on each hole and will hunt for
competitor’s brains (the in-play golf balls)
after tee-off. Golfers will be penalized if the
zombies, hidden around the course, get to
their “brain” golf ball before it makes it to the
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hole (don’t worry if you are not fast; zombies
are extremely slow due to rigor mortis).
Teams with the most brain balls left at the end
of the tournament have a greater chance to
win the grand prize as each brain ball is worth
one ticket in the final prize drawing.
The Zombie Golf Tournament represents
a partnership between the Westminster
Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department
and Westminster’s Office of Emergency
Management. While Colorado residents are
unlikely to encounter a zombie invasion in
real life, the potential exists for other types
of natural and manmade disasters. From tornadoes and other weather-related threats to
The Strategic Plan goals, objectives and action items drive development of the budget.
The City Council Strategic Plan goals listed
below have been utilized during the development of the proposed 2017/2018 budget:
City Edition is published six times per year as a news
and information source for Westminster residents. All city
departments contribute material for use in this publication.
Editor: Jodie Carroll
Design: Gerry Chapleski/words+pictures
industrial accidents and hazardous material
spills, emergency preparedness can minimize your risks. All golf tournament participants will receive valuable information on
how they can best prepare their families for a
real-life emergency.
Tickets for the Zombie Golf Tournament
are $68 per player (not including golf club
rental if necessary). Dinner will be provided.
While individual players are welcome, teams
of four players are encouraged to sign up. All
skill levels are encouraged to join in the fun.
Sign up is on a first-come, first-served basis
with limited slots available. Join now at
www.GolfWestminster.com.
• Visionary Leadership, Effective Governance and Proactive Regional Collaboration;
• Vibrant, Inclusive and Engaged Community;
• Beautiful, Desirable, Safe and Environmentally Responsible City;
City Edition is distributed six times a year as a free subscription to city
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• Dynamic, Diverse Economy;
• Financially Sustainable Government
Providing Excellence in City Services; and
• Ease of Mobility.
Westminster City Manager’s Office, 303-658-2012. Comments on the
newspaper format and content are welcomed. Please write to the
City of Westminster, 4800 W. 92nd Ave., Westminster, CO 80031
Attn: Public Information, or call 303-658-2012.
City
BEAT
Special Events & Information for Westminster Residents
COOK THAT BOOK
Tuesday, Sept. 13, 6:30-8 p.m., College Hill
Explore a selected cookbook, cook from it for a
month and come together for a pot luck of food
made from the recipes. Short discussions of
slow-cooking, Asian ingredients and high
altitude baking are part of the sessions. Some
copies of the selected books are available for
checkout from the library. Ages: 18 and older.
Register: 303-658-2604. For September, choose
your new or old favorite recipe.
Westminster Public
College Hill Library, 3705 W. 112th Ave., 303-658-2606
Irving Street Library, 7392 Irving St., 303-658-2306
www.westminsterlibrary.org
LIBRARY
ORIGAMI ANIMALS
Saturday, Sept. 10,
2-3 p.m., College Hill
Learn the Japanese art of paper folding. Create origami
animals under the
guidance of Mr.
Origami. Paper provided. All ages/families welcome. Register:
303-658-2603.
TEEN DUNGEONS
AND DRAGONS
CLUB
• Saturday, Aug. 13,
1-4 p.m., College Hill
• Saturday, Sept. 10,
1-4 p.m., College Hill
Drop in and try
your hand at role-play
adventuring. No registration required.
Ages: 12-17.
WPL CRAFT BEER
TOUR
Aug. 14 – Dec. 31
Discover the amazing Craft Breweries
that are making Westminster and Broomfield
a destination for beer
lovers. Pick up a brew
card at either library or
a participating brewery
to begin your tour. Purchase a beer from six
participating breweries,
then bring the completed brew card into
the library to receive a
special edition glass.
Ages: 21 and older.
STUFFED ANIMAL
SLEEPOVER
Saturday, Sept. 17,
2 p.m., Irving Street
The secret library
world is shared with
your favorite stuffed
animal. They spend
Friday night reading
books, playing games
and staying up very
late! Drop off stuffed
animals the week of
Sept 5. Pick up your
friend Saturday and
enjoy story time,
treats and a craft.
TEEN ADVISORY
BOARD
• Tuesday, Aug. 30,
4-5:30 p.m.,
College Hill
• Tuesday, Sept. 27,
4-5:30 p.m.,
College Hill
Join TAB and earn
volunteer hours for
posting reviews on the
Teen Underground
website and promoting
library services to
teens. New members
welcome. Ages: 12-17.
IRVING STREET
ARCADE
Saturday, Sept. 3,
2-4 p.m., Irving
Street
Hone your gaming
skills at the Irving
Street Arcade where
you play a new game
at each session and a
tournament champion
is anointed. All games
rated E-T. Ages: 12-17.
TEEN BOOK AND
WRITING CLUB
Tuesday, Sept. 6,
4-5 p.m., College Hill
Discuss favorite
books you’re reading,
upcoming books
you’re excited about
and books you’re writing. Drop-ins welcome.
Ages: 12-17.
INTRODUCTION TO
GENEALOGY AND
ANCESTRY.COM
Saturday, Sept. 10,
1:30-3:30 p.m.,
College Hill
Get to know Ancestry.com as a prime resource for family
researching. Learn
the card catalog, census records, and military, immigration and
marriage records
available online.
STORIES ON
THE TRAIL
Sunday, Sept. 11,
11 a.m. to noon,
Community College
Trail Loop
(College Hill)
Let your imagination run wild exploring
Mother Nature
through literacy! Join
us for story time
around the Community
College Trail Loop.
Dress appropriately for
the weather. All ages;
children must be accompanied by an adult.
BAD CLUB
Monday, Sept. 12,
4-5 p.m., College Hill
If you like Books,
Art or Drama, join this
three-month club!
Registration required.
Ages: 6-11.
September –
Read/discuss “Encyclopedia Brown”
(your choice)
October – Art production about that book.
November – Drama
production of the book.
TWEEN TIMES!
Monday, Sept. 19,
4-5 p.m., College Hill
Join us for this
fun, exciting, older
kid’s program. Projects, acting and cooking. Ages: 9-11.
The MAC offers programs to suit your active adult lifestyle! Ages 21 and older.
Pre-registration for programs is required at any Westminster recreation center or call 303-426-4310.
tive, a renewed enthusiasm for life and a
great sense of wellbeing. Class is led by a
professional life
coach. Resident fee
$48; non-resident $57.
LIVING A MORE
FULFILLING LIFE
Mondays, Aug. 1-22,
6-7:30 p.m.
Exploring your in-
ternal guidance system can lead to a
more fulfilling life. Expect invigorating
shifts in your perspec-
COOKING
WITH GREENS
Thursday, Aug. 11,
10-11:30 a.m.
Learn ways other
than salads to incorporate healthy green
leafy veggies into
your diet. Recipes and
samples using all
types of greens are
shared by a registered
FACILITY LOCATIONS
City Hall
4800 W. 92nd Ave.
303-658-2400
City Park Fitness Center
10475 Sheridan Blvd.
303-460-9691
City Park Recreation Center
& City Park
10455 Sheridan Blvd.
303-460-9690
College Hill Library
3705 W. 112th Ave.
303-404-5555
Countryside Outdoor Pool
10470 Oak St.
303-466-1738
Heritage Golf Course
10555 Westmoor Drive
303-469-2974
dietitian. Resident fee
$13; non-resident $15.
ANNUAL HOLIDAY
CRAFT SHOW
VENDOR
REGISTRATION
Tuesday, Aug. 23,
7 a.m.
Vendor registration
begins for the 29th
Annual Holiday Craft
Bazaar scheduled at
The MAC on Saturday,
Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. to
3 p.m. Space is available on a first come,
first served basis. Call
303-426-4310 for
more information.
LET’S TALK
BASEBALL
Friday, Aug. 12,
10-11 a.m.
Join a former
Rockies employee and
baseball enthusiast
for an informal group
talk on baseball.
Share your favorite
stories. No fee.
BOOT CAMP
WORKOUT FOR
EVERYONE
Wednesday, Aug. 31,
6-7 p.m.
Boot camp workouts burn a lot of calories, provide
Ice Centre at The Promenade
10710 Westminster Blvd.
303-469-2100
Irving Street Library & Park
7392 Irving St.
303-658-2301
Legacy Ridge Golf Course
10801 Legacy Ridge Parkway
303-438-8997
The MAC
3295 W. 72nd Ave.
303-426-4310
cardiovascular and
strength benefits, involve little equipment
and can be done at
home. All fitness levels
create their very own
workout. Resident fee
$11; non-resident $13.
WHAT TO EAT
WHEN YOU HAVE
DIABETES
Wednesday, Sept. 21,
6-7 p.m.
Learn how different types of foods affect your blood sugar
levels and get strategies for planning
healthy meals and
Standley Lake Regional Park
100th Avenue and Simms Street
303-425-1097
Swim and Fitness Center
3290 W. 76th Ave.
303-427-2217
Westminster Public Safety
Center
9110 Yates St.
303-658-2400
Emergency: 911
snacks. Resident fee:
$11; non-resident $13.
MOVE MORE TO
MANAGE DIABETES
Wednesday, Sept. 28,
6-7 p.m.
Exercise dramatically improves your
body’s ability to use
insulin and lower
blood sugar levels.
Discover the best
forms of exercise for
diabetics as well as
how to plan an individualized exercise
program. Resident fee
$11; non-resident $13.
Westminster Sports Center
6051 W. 95th Ave.
303-658-2393
West View Recreation Center
10747 W. 108th Ave.
303-460-9530
S P E C I A L
Westminster residents, with a valid Westminster resident discount I.D.
card, can play golf for free on Wednesday, Oct. 5, at Legacy Ridge or
Heritage golf course as a thank you for another great golf season.
Everyone can play, but only Westminster residents receive a free green
fee. Carts are not included. Book your tee time 14 days in advance online
at golfwestminster.com or call 303-469-2974.
OUT
& SAVE
S E C T I O N
Free Golf for Residents
PULL
Register for classes by visiting or calling any Westminster recreation center
or online at www.cityofwestminster.us/ActivityGuides.
Youth &
FAMILIES
or online at
www.cityofwestminster.us/
OnlineServices/
ParksRecreation.
ESTES PARK
WINE FESTIVAL
Sunday, Aug. 14,
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
leaves from the MAC
Enjoy tastings
from over 20 Colorado wineries, fresh
food, local vendors
and live music. Fee includes admission and
transportation. Ages:
21 and older. Fee: $43
resident; $51 non-resident. Register at any
recreation center or
online at
www.cityofwestminster.us/
OnlineServices/
ParksRecreation.
KIDS FISHING
DERBY
Saturday, Aug. 6,
10 a.m. to noon,
Standley Lake
Regional Park
Reel in some fun at
this annual fishing
event where kids receive a free fishing
pole and a lifetime
love of fishing! Ages:
6-12. Fee: $15. Register: 303-425-1097.
PICKLEBALL
Pickleball is a cross
between tennis, ping
pong and racquetball,
and is one of the
fastest growing sports
in the country. Checkout a pickleball kit for
free at Countryside
Outdoor Pool, 10470
Oak St., and play on
the specially-lined tennis courts behind the
pool. Must by 18 years
of age and show a driver’s license to check
out a kit. Information:
303-658-2393.
MOVIES IN
THE PARK
Enjoy watching a
free, family-friendly
movie on a 24-foot
screen under the
stars. Food vendors
and fun pre-movie activities begin at 7 p.m.
Movies begin at dusk.
For weather concerns,
call 303-658-2900.
• Friday, Aug. 19 –
Inside Out, Big Dry
Creek Park, 1700 W.
128th Ave.
• Thursday, Aug.
25 – Minions (with
Spanish subtitles), Irving Street Park, 7392
Irving St.
• Friday, Sept. 2 –
Star Wars: The Force
Awakens, City Park,
10475 Sheridan Blvd.
• Friday, Sept. 9 –
Wings of Life, Standley
Lake, 100th Avenue
and Simms Street
PRESCHOOL FOR
2016-17 SCHOOL
YEAR
There are still a few
openings for the
Kinder Kids and Tiny
Tots preschool program for those 3-5
years as of Oct. 1,
2016. These State of
Colorado licensed programs feature a
“learning is fun” philosophy and focus on
academic and social
learning. Class schedules vary, but meet
two to three days per
week for two to three
hours per day, September through May.
Call 303-460-9530 for
availability, fees and
additional information.
ADULT NATURE
WALK: BIG DRY
CREEK
Thursday, Aug. 11,
8-11 a.m., Standley
Lake Regional Park
Enjoy a guided nature walk and take in
the beautiful scenery
along the Big Dry
Creek Trail. Adults
only. Free. Register:
303-425-1097.
TAKE ME OUT TO
THE BALL GAME
Wednesday, Aug. 31,
noon, leaves from
the MAC
Head to Coors
Field to see the Rockies beat the Dodgers.
Fee includes tickets,
transportation and
parking. Ages: 21
years and older. Fee:
$27 resident; $33 nonresident. Register at
any recreation center
FREE PILATES
DEMO
Saturday, Aug. 20,
City Park Fitness
Center
Discover the benefits of pilates mat, reformer and chair.
Space is limited. Register: 303-658-2930.
GARDEN OF THE
GODS TOUR
Friday, Aug. 12, 8 a.m.
to 3 p.m., leaves from
the MAC
Explore this na-
tional natural landmark. Fee includes
Geo-Trekker movie,
lunch, tour, escort and
transportation. Ages:
21 and older. Fee: $37
resident, $45 non-resident. Register at any
recreation center or
online at
www.cityofwestminster.us/
OnlineServices/
ParksRecreation.
HISTORY
BIKE RIDE
Saturday, Aug. 20,
8-11 a.m., Standley
Lake Regional Park
Bike your way back
in time to learn the
history of Standley
Lake! Ages: 12 and
older. Free. Register:
303-425-1097.
FAMILY CAMP
NIGHT
Noon on Saturday,
Sept. 10, through
10 a.m. on Sunday,
Sept. 11, Standley
Lake Regional Park
Say goodbye to
summer with canoeing,
cookouts, s’mores by
the fire, outdoor nature
programs, arts and
crafts, performances
and much more. All
ages. Resident fee: $9,
non-resident $12. Register: 303-425-1097.
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Discover the Tipi Village
at Standley Lake
WHERE ELSE IN COLORADO CAN YOU
spend the night in an authentic tipi? Westminster’s Standley Lake Regional Park, located at 100th Avenue and Simms Street, has
a unique village of six tipis available for rent.
Each tipi sits on a raised platform and includes one double and two single sized cots,
an outdoor fire pit and picnic table. A large
community fire pit, charcoal grill and bath
house are also available.
This one-of-a-kind experience is perfect
for a family getaway, family reunion, scout
troop sleep-out, corporate teambuilding exercise or introduction to the world of camping.
These amazing tipis are based on the
Cheyenne Peoples’ structures and are custom
made. Each one is hand decorated with selected designs based on animals that are currently in the park or were historically present
in this area. The outer cover is made from
heavy weight canvas and is held up by 15, 24foot lodge pine poles and 23 stakes that secure the tipi to the ground.
Choose from the Bear Lodge, Eagle Lodge,
Elk Lodge, Buffalo Lodge, Starhouse Lodge or
the Deer Lodge. Tipis are available to rent
Tipis are available to rent at Standley Lake through Sept. 30. A great opportunity for a family
getaway, family reunion, scout troop sleep-out, corporate teambuilding exercise or introduction to
the world of camping.
through Sept. 30. Each tipi rents for $45 per
night and group rates are available if all six
tipi sites are requested. There is a $10 fee for
each pet, per night.
You’ll need more than just one night to take
advantage of all the activities at the 3,000-acre
Standley Lake Regional Park. Visit the Nature
Center to see the wildlife and nature displays
and historical photos. Pick up information on
trails and recreational programs. Rent a
kayak, canoe, paddle board, rowboat or hydrobike, or bring your own. Enjoy hiking or
biking the many trails in the area. Campsites
for tents and RVs are available.
Standley Lake is a good place to spot a variety of wildlife, including coyote, red fox and
bull snakes. There is a large variety of birds
that inhabit the park, including bald eagles,
red tail hawks, herons, cormorants and
grebes. Since 1992, Standley Lake has been
home for a pair of bald eagles that have successfully reared their young in the cottonwood trees in the northwest corner of the
park. The nest can best be viewed from the
eagle blind at the Nature Center.
Fishing is also very popular. Rainbow
trout, walleye, channel catfish, wiper and
bass are a few of the fish found in the lake. A
handicap fishing pier is also available.
Reserve your tipi today at
www.cityofwestminster.us/TipiRentals or call
303-425-1097.
Orchard Festival Coming
Sept. 24
THE 7TH ANNUAL ORCHARD FESTIVAL WILL
take place Saturday, Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
at 73rd Avenue and Orchard Court, rain or shine.
Enjoy live music throughout the day as you
weave your way through a variety of artist, craft
and food vendor booths. In addition to a beer
garden, this year’s festival will feature a craft
beer and wine tasting. A spontaneous community art wall will be waiting for you to “leave your
mark.” A children’s art area will be featured
along with children-specific booths. Come hungry! The day will begin at 8 a.m. with the tradi-
tional Fireman’s Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station 1, 3948 W. 73rd Ave.
The festival set-up includes 73rd Avenue, from
Bradburn to Orchard Court, the Rodeo Community Art Center, Sculpture on 73rd Avenue (outdoor sculpture garden) and surrounding parks.
The Orchard Festival has a small town feel, set
in a big city. It is surrounded by historic buildings
and homes that made up this agricultural center
in the late 1800s. The festival derives its name
from apple orchards that once graced the surrounding lands.
The California ranch
and mid-century
residential parts of
Westminster have been
documented only
minimally until now
and are not yet
recognized as historic
resources in the
community.
Results from the completed project will be
CALIFORNIA
RANCH HOMES used to educate the community on the unique
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reinvestment, rehabilitation and restoration
of these residences may be a long-range goal.
While the project did not identify structures
eligible for landmark nomination, particular
concentrations of California ranches were
noted worthy of further recognition along
with select properties that should be surveyed
intensively to determine local, state or national landmark nomination eligibility.
The completed survey, including individual forms on each of the properties and the
PUBLIC MEETING ON CALIFORNIA RANCH SURVEY
AND 1950S HISTORY OF WESTMINSTER
The city and Historitecture consultants will
host a public meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 2, at the
Irving Street Library, 7392 Irving St. Doors will
open at 5:30 p.m. to view maps and materials,
and to speak with the consultant. The meeting
and formal presentation will begin at 6 p.m.
Participants will learn about original homeown-
full historic context study, will be made available on the city website, at Jefferson County
libraries, the Westminster History Center and
through the records of History Colorado.
ers, their homes and lives in Westminster's
1950s and 1960s postwar subdivisions; how to
identify California ranches based upon their
character-defining architecture; and see examples of well-preserved California ranches worthy of further study.
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Go-Carts for
a Good Cause
Fill the
Boot
WESTMINSTER FIREFIGHTERS WILL BE
out in our community in support of the MDA
Fill the Boot campaign over Labor Day weekend. Along with firefighters across the nation, Westminster firefighters will be
soliciting donations to raise funds for MDA,
a nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing
muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases by funding worldwide research. Keep
an eye out for your Westy firefighters at local
WESTY CFIRE (WESTMINSTER CITIZENS
for Fire Department Improvement, Recognition and Education) is having their annual
fundraiser at Adventure Golf (96th Avenue
and Sheridan Boulevard) on Saturday, Aug.
20, 3-7 p.m. The purchase of a discount
package supports the charitable group and
funds Westminster Fire Department endeavors such as food for fire station open houses,
an iClicker interactive system for public education, the fire department history book and
more. Tickets are available near the entrance
the day of the event. Have a fun, family night
out and support a good cause!
retail areas over the holiday weekend and
throw some spare change (or dollars) in the
boot to help fight these diseases!
Fire Station 6
Open House/
Hero’s Day
COME JOIN THE WESTMINSTER FIRE
Department on Saturday, Sept. 24, from noon
to 3 p.m. for firefighters, food and fun at the
Fire Station 6 Open House, located at 999 W.
124th Ave. Bring the family to see the fire engines and ambulances, visit with firefighters,
play some games, grab some grub, take a ride
on the vintage 1958 Seagraves fire engine and
much more at this neighborhood gathering.
Along with the open house event, we will
also be hosting Hero’s Day, geared towards
individuals with special needs and their
families. This event is free. Be sure to bring
your camera!
Call 303-658-4500 for more information.
Does Your Family Have an
Emergency Communication Plan?
INDIVIDUAL, FAMILY AND BUSINESS
emergency preparedness are based on being
aware of potentially hazardous situations and
being able to either shelter in place or evacuate. In previous articles, Westminster Emergency Management encouraged you to sign
up for weather alerts at www.weather.gov/subscribe and to consider developing an emergency kit with basic food, water, medicine and
sanitary supplies for at least 3 days. The third
key element is having a communication plan
that will help you reconnect with family, friends
and co-workers should you have to evacuate.
Have you considered how you would reconnect with your loved ones if something
happened during the day when you are at
work, your spouse is traveling and your children are at school? How would you commu-
nicate and where would you meet if you could
not go home?
Thousands of Coloradans experienced this
during the flood and fires of the past few years.
Having a family communication plan with contact information for your loved ones, work,
school, doctor and an out-of-town contact can
help you reconnect quickly during emergency
situations. Having pre-selected neighborhood
and regional meeting places can help you reunite with family members should you have to
evacuate. Keep in mind that not all communication services may be available during a disaster. Having a pre-identified evacuation
location, texting and using social media can
add resilience to your plan.
Family communication plan forms are
available at www.Ready.gov. Be sure to share
More details on what you can expect to see
DOWNTOWN
WESTMINSTER this fall:
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Ciclovia in October
“Ciclovia” is a Spanish term meaning “cycleway.” Cities across the world are offering
one-day street closure events that foster
physical activity and build community – and
we will be bringing this to Westminster! This
family-focused event will include various
non-motorized movement activities such as
open/casual cycling, Strider bike racing for
toddlers, roller skating, a dirt/pump track,
self-serve bicycle drag racing strip and more.
your plan with family and friends. This will
save a lot of heartache and help reconnect
everyone in a community emergency or disaster situation.
For those feeling a little less active that day,
food trucks, a beer garden and non-cycling
related events will also be available.
Halloween Harvest Festival in October
This October, Westminster is taking the
festivities outside. The Halloween Harvest
Festival will be held in lieu of the Halloween
Carnival, previously held at City Park Recreation Center. This open-air festival will celebrate all things fall, including a pumpkin
patch, hayrides and s’mores stations. In anticipation of this event, almost 500 pumpkins
have already been planted along 92nd Avenue.
Mud Bowl in November
A recreational co-ed and men’s football
tournament, produced by the Western Alternative Sports Association, is the epitome of
classic fall fun. Depending on weather conditions, football fanatics will be sliding in the
mud – or snow! Start organizing your team of
family, friends and coworkers, and start a
new holiday season tradition.
For more information on all city events,
check out the city website. If you would like to
volunteer or put on an event at the downtown location, contact Melinda Fiscus at 303-658-2213.
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Westy Fest is Coming Aug. 13
THE 26TH ANNIVERSARY OF WESTY FEST
will be celebrated with more activities and
fun than ever before including a giant kayak
tank, inflatables, dog activities, brew fest,
and much more! Join us for a fun day of entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, food,
and a variety of activities everyone will enjoy.
Holy Cow Trail Stampede
Lace up your running shoes for the Holy
Cow Trail Stampede 5K/10K trail run,
which starts at 8 a.m. at the Christopher
Fields Softball Complex at City Park.
Register: www.holycowrun.com.
For Kids
• Primrose School Activity Zone –
kayak tank, jumping castles, face painting
and more. Stop by to do a project and visit
the many fun vendor booths.
• Westminster Fire Department Kiddie Combat Course – kids can try out their
firefighting skills. It’s a great way to learn
about fire safety while having fun.
• Touch-A-Truck – a hands-on opportunity for kids to explore working trucks
and heavy equipment of all types as well as
meet the people who build, protect and
serve the Westminster community.
For Animal Lovers
Bring your furry friends to Pet Place
where you’ll find a variety of pet products
and services, fun demonstrations, Yappy
Hour, a pet photo booth, pet licensing,
low-cost dog and cat vaccinations, a variety
of adorable pets to adopt and much more.
Shopping/Food Vendors
• More than a 100 vendors will be onsite selling their wares.
• Numerous food vendor booths will provide delicious meals, beverages and snacks.
Shred-It Truck
• A shred-it truck will be located at the
circle drive between the recreation and fitness centers from 9 a.m. to noon. Bring old
bank statements, credit card offers, canceled checks and more. Trash and newspapers not accepted. The Westminster Noon
Rotary Club is sponsoring the event as a
fundraiser and accepts donations for its
scholarship program for area students.
Entertainment for the Whole Family
• Golf – The city’s golf courses will bring
Golfzilla to Westy Fest. Birdieball Golfzilla
is an inflatable target that makes golf practice fun for adults and children alike. The
20-foot blow up dinosaur tempts you to hit
balls into his mouth and through his paws.
• Community Stage – showcases a variety of entertainment including local dance
companies, musicians, belly dancers and
other acts you won’t want to miss.
For Adults
Westy Brew Fest – After Westy Fest head
to Christopher Fields Softball Complex
from 5-9 p.m. for Westy Brew Fest. Over 38
local and regional breweries will offer
samples of their finest beers. A free concert will take place from 6-9 p.m. by Something Underground. Purchase tickets:
www.westybrewfest.com.
• Main Stage – features performances by
the City of Westminster Dance Company,
Syndicate and Daddy Blue.
• Flight for Life Helicopter – St. Anthony North’s Flight for Life helicopter will
land at Westy Fest unless they’re called to an
emergency. Don’t miss this great opportunity to meet the flight crew and see inside a
medical helicopter.
EVENT INFO
Location and Hours
Saturday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m. to
4 p.m., Westminster City Park,
10455 Sheridan Blvd.
Event Parking
Parking lots surround the
Westy Fest location. Access the
event off Sheridan Boulevard
and 105th Avenue, or 104th Avenue just west of Sheridan
Boulevard. Handicapped parking is available in the north
parking lots and where normally
posted in each parking lot.
Lost and Found
All items found at Westy Fest
are returned to the information
tent. After the event, any remaining items are moved to the
Westminster Parks, Recreation
and Libraries office location at
City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Ave.
Items can be claimed during
business hours until Sept. 30.
Lost Children
Children who get separated
from their parents will be taken
to the information tent. Please
ask any staff person or police
officer for assistance.
First Aid
Visit the first aid tent or seek
assistance from an event staff
member or volunteer.
Weather Information
Visit the closures/delays
section on the city’s website
(www.cityofwestminster.us),
call (303-412-8761), “Like” the
City of Westminster Parks and
Recreation on Facebook.
General Information/
Complete Schedule
www.westyfest.com or
303-658-2208