Iliff to YaleA Monthly Newsletter for the

Chaddsford, Crestridge, Woodrim Neighborhood Association (CCWNA)

Vol. 01 No. 07 July 2015 Circulation: 640

Useful Tips1. Google City of Aurora: there are several items that qualify for rebates2. If you are over 65 years old and have lived in your home 10 years you could possibly qualify for a 50% tax reduction of your property taxes Arapahoe County Assessor: 303-795-46003. If you are over 55 most restaurants will give you a 5-10% discount4. Albertsons gives a 10% discount on the first Wednedsay of the month. May 6, 2015 is the next event.

RTD Light Rail Information

http://www.rtd-denver.com/I225RailLine.shtml

Skipping Lunch? Not Good For Kids

Kids may not be eating as much fast food these days, which is a posi-tive trend, but they’re also not eat-ing lunch all the time. A study of the eating patterns of 3,647 children from 4-13 years, reported by The Health Site website, found that 17 percent of kids 9-13 skip lunch on a given day (and close to 25 percent on weekends), as well as 13 percent of younger children. Nutritionists and pediatricians warn that children who don’t eat lunch get fewer nutrients like calcium and fiber than those who consume a mid-day meal. Lunch can be an important source of vitamin D, potassium, and magnesium, all essential to a healthy diet for growing bodies.

The Future Is A Changin... The City of Aurora previously stated that the 15 acre plot between Blackhawk and Anheim was slated for Low-Density housing, with 3-4 story buildings containing about 500 units (Estimated 1500 Residents). Our representative Molly Markert has now advised that the lot has been replanned as a high density housing 6 story buildings ( the size of St. Andrews) with about 2500 residents (and their pets and vehicles)!

Heather Gardens has 4,000 residents on 200 acres. There is a Town hall meeting on July 21, 2015 6:30pm Heatheridge Golf course the developers, and RTD. See you there!

— Jim Hufschmidt, President, CCWNA.org

Phenology As we move from spring through summer and into fall, most of us here in Colorado are out enjoying our great outdoors. Whether in our own patios and back-

yards or hiking, biking, camping, fishing in the foothills and mountains, we all love being outdoors in some shape or fashion. And for many of us, part of the enjoyment stems from the observing the beauty of nature. Among nature’s marvels are the change of colors and animal behaviors and natural phenomena throughout the year. Many of us landscape around our homes to see these and other things like the variety of birds and flowers we can get through the year here in the Denver area. Flower beauty starts with early spring bulbs popping in our yards like crocus and spring beauty along hiking trails, then tulips and day lilies and Indian paintbrush and shooting stars show their colors, then great mid-summer wildflowers like blanketflowers and Echinacea and blossom. We all then flock to the mountains in autumn as wonderful reds and golds blaze mountain hillsides as aspen put on their breathtaking displays. Phenology is the scientific name for that tracking of natural events as they relate to climate and seasonal changes. Some people track such obser-vations in a journal or calendars or a phenology chart of the course of time, like throughout the year. South Platte Park and our Nature programs provide wonderful opportunities to see, enjoy, and learn about such phenomena - we hope to see you at the park or in a program sometime soon!

Take Two Paths To Stress Reduction Stress may be unavoidable in your life, but you can still reduce its negative impact with some healthy mental and physical habits. Try these techniques for focusing your mind and your body in a better direction: • Practicemindfulness.Yourelievethepressuresofdailylifetemporarilybyslowingdown. Pay attention to the present moment, without worrying about the future, what’s fair, what’s good or bad, and so on. Walk a little more slowly to work, listening to your body for signs of tension. Take a few slow, deep breaths as you wait for the elevator or while you sit at your desk waiting for Web pages to load. Focus on what your body is telling you, and you’ll be able to manage its responses to pressure more effectively, instead of allowing stress to control you. • Getenoughexercise.Physicalactivityfocusesyourenergyoutward.Exercisealsostrengthens your immune system. A vigorous walk at lunch can do wonders for your stress levels. A regular workout—swimming, bike riding, weight training—can help you manage stress better over the long term. Don’t forget low-impact techniques such as yoga, tai chi, and other stress relievers that emphasize stretching and reducing muscle tension.

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CCWNA HOA Board of DirectorsChaddsford, Crestridge, Woodrim

Neighborhood Association (CCWNA)CCWNA, PO Box 440770, Aurora, CO 80044-0770

website: www.ccwna.orgJim Hufschmidt, President president@ccwna.orgKathleen McGuire, Vice President vicepresident@ccwna.org John Treinen, Treasurer treasurer@ccwna.orgLaura Kampling, Secretary secretary@ccwna.orgDebbie Fitzgerald, Special Projects specialprojects@ccwna.orgThe Chaddsford, Crestridge, Woodrim Neighborhood Association (CCWNA) is a state non-profit organization. The purpose of the CCWNA is to unite the unit owners of the CCWNA subdivision in Aurora, Colorado; to encourage civic improvements within said area, to encourage community activities including, but not by way of limitation, the beautification, maintenance, and general appearance of vacant and improved lots, streets, parkways, entrances, open and recreational areas situated within the area and used in common by its residents; enhance the safety of CCWNA; facilitate enforcement of any and all building restrictions, protective covenants, and to otherwise act in the interests of the members of the Association. Appearance of an advertisement in this publication does not constitute a recom-mendation or endorsement by the Association of the goods or services offered. The opinions expressed in this newsletter are those of the individual authors and not the Board of your Association. Neither the Board, publisher, nor the authors intend to provide any professional service or opinion through this publication.

News ArticlesThe deadline for news articles is the 15th of the month before the next month’s issue. Please email news articles to editor@ccwna.com. All articles must be approved by the editor for publication, or as space permits.

AdvertisingThe deadline for advertisements is the 15th of the month for the next month’s issue. To place an ad, call Colorado Lasertype,

303-979-7499. Email: getinfo@coloradolasertype.com To find ad rates and discounts, go to www.ColoradoLasertype.com

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Monthly Crime Tip Tips to keep your home secure while you are away during the daytime hours: * Always utilize high security deadbolt strike plates on

all of your exterior doors. * Utilize security storm doors. * Never leave a window open when you are away. * Make it seem as if someone is home by leaving a TV

or radio on. * Keep handbills, newspapers and delivered items

cleared off of your front porch. * Keep fence gates closed and locked. * Keep curtains and blinds closed when you are away. * Utilize a burglar alarm with loud exterior sounder and

post the alarm company decals on your doors and win-dows.

* Keep landscaping trimmed so it does not obscure your windows or doors from the street or your neighbors view.

* Be thoughtful about what you post on social media sites that tell others that you are away from home.

* Provide trusted neighbors with your emergency con-tact information.

* Encourage neighbors who are at home during the day to watch for and report suspicious activity to 9-1-1 as soon as possible.

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New Trash Program :: Lies Waste Systems Lies Waste Systems is a locally owned and family operated trash company. CCWNA has partnered with Lies Waste Systems to bring our residents a low cost trash and recycling program that also gives back to our community. For every resident that utilizes this program, CCWNA will receive a contribution of $2 per month to go towards neighborhood improvements and projects. We believe that this partnership will go a long way towards improving our community while also saving residents money on trash and recycling collection services. Other advantages include supporting local business and allowing individual residents the flexibility to choose the services that they want and/or need. The pricing for this program is listed below:

* $39 every three months for weekly trash service. $6 every three months will be added to the bill as a CCWNA contribution, which will be transferred to CCWNA once payment is received. Total cost will be $45 every three months.

* Optional Add-On Service: $6 every three months for biweekly recycling service.

* Optional Add-On Service: $3 every three months for (1) 96 gallon cart rental.

Existing customers of Lies Waste Systems will be converted to this program on July 1st, 2015 and all subsequent billings will be billed at the CCWNA rate. To confirm that your account has been converted, feel free to contact the Lies Waste staff at (303) 286-6700 or by email at Billing@LiesWasteSystems.com. To start new service with Lies Waste Systems, you can call the office at (303) 286-6700 (please mention that you are part of CCWNA) or sign up online at lieswastesystems.com/ccwna. ****If bill is paid on an annual basis there is a 10% discount that applies to trash only..i.e 45.00x 4(quarterly payments) = $180.00 less 10% ($18.00) =$162.00.

$300 offExterior or Interior Painting

Special Thank You for Veterans:

Additional

10% offAmerican family owned. 15 years in business.

10% discount for cash. Workmans Comp & Liability Insurance

Credit cards accepted

Multiple Home Discount

“To be successful, you have to have your heart in your business and your business in your heart.”

—Thomas J. Watson

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Neighborhood Beautification Project Thanks to the CCWNA board members and all the Volunteers for making the neighborhood beautification project such a huge success. It would have not been possible without each one of you. Theparameteron theYalefence lineof theourneighbor-hood looks great with the decorative rock. But what was even a bigger success were all the neighbors that came together that took pride in our neighborhood and were willing to shovel rock all day to get the job done. It turned into not only a work day but a fun day meeting each other for the first time. We had people from just about every block in the neighborhood. Also, a big shout out to the Brock family and their church membersfromtheSoutheastChurchonYale. They not only opened up the church restrooms to the volun-teers but provided beverages and snacks and helped work the project! Over all, it was such a great experience and again, thanks to everyone involved.

Prevent Back Pain Before It Strikes Back pain can make your work difficult no matter what job you do. Lifting heavy items is only one potential source of dam-age; poor posture and repetitive movements can also cause strain and pain. Keep your back in good shape with these general tips from the Mayo Clinic website: • Getsomeexercise.Losingweightandstayinginshapewill

decrease wear and tear on your back muscles. Combine aerobic activity with strength training that stretches and strengthens your stomach and back.

• Practicegoodposture.Yourparentswererightwhentheytold you to stand up straight. Make a point of keeping your weight balanced on both feet without slouching. Use a chair with good back support, and make sure it’s the right height, allowing you to keep both feet flat on the floor and your knees on the same level as your hips.

• Learnhowtolift.Youknowthedrill:Liftwithyourlegs,not your spine. Hold heavy loads close to your body, and maintain your back’s natural curve as you carry. Don’t try to show off, enlist help from co-workers.

• Limitrepetition.Lookforwaystocutdownonrepetitivemotion in your work. Take frequent breaks, and alternate strenuous tasks with less demanding work. Arrange your workspace to cut down on unnecessary reaching or bend-ing. Position tools like your keyboard, computer screen, and mouse appropriate to avoid injuries caused by long-term repetitive activities.

• Stretch regularly. Pay attention to your body’s signals.Shift positions, walk around, and stretch often to keep your body in good condition.

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Wine glass repair. Repair by removing chips from the rim of glass items by grinding out the chips. Call John Treinen 303-750-3803.

MARY KAY COSMETICS: Nell Fenton Sr. Sales Director. 24 yrs in business. Full store. Lic. cosmetologist. 303-680-4738 or cell 303-884-6362. www.marykay.com/nfenton.

Lawn Care. Offering aeration, fertiliz-er, power rake, rototilling, lawn mowing (bimonthly or weekly), sod. Reasonable rates. Call or text Patrick 303-513-8444.

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Classified ads are $3.00/line for 2015 (about 40 characters/line). Contact Colorado Lasertype at 303-979-7499 or getinfo@ColoradoLasertype.com to place an ad. To view our display ad prices, visit our website at www.ColoradoLasertype.com. The deadline for placing a classified or display ad is the 15th of the month for the next month’s issue (i.e., 15th of Sept. for Oct. issue), except the January issue, which has a deadline of December 4th.

WANTED “Garage sale organizer”

Chaddsford-Crestridge-Woodrim Neighborhood Association Membership Renewal Application

Name:_______________________________________________________

Address:_____________________________________________________

Phone:______________________________________________________

Email (optional):_______________________________________________

Membership Length: _____ 12 months @ $60 _____ 6 months @ $30Please make checks payable to:Chaddsford-Crestridge-Woodrim Neighborhood AssociationMail to: CCWNAPO Box 440770Aurora,CO 80044

All Association officers are volunteers and receive no compensation.All Association dues go toward neighborhood improvement projects, maintenance, etc.

National Hot Dog Month What better month to enjoy a delicious hot dog? The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council estimates that Americans eat over 7 billion hot dogs between Memorial Day and Labor Day, with 150 million consumed on the Fourth of July alone. Do your part.

Prepare For The Unexpected In Your Career Youmayloveyourjobnow,butyoucan’ttakefuturesuccessforgranted.Smartpeople prepare for changes in their career path at a moment’s notice. Here’s some advice for staying on top no matter what happens: • Reviewyourcareerdocuments.Isyourrésumécurrent?

Does it spell out what you’ve done to add measurable value to each organization, instead of just listing your various job titles over the years? Be sure that your refer-ences are up to date and that you have some good stories to tell about how your work has contributed to your employers’ success.

• Networkinsideandoutsideofyourindustry.Devotesometimeeveryweektomaking connections. The more people who know what you’re capable of, the better positioned you are for any sudden transitions.

• Becomeactive. Join relevantprofessional and tradeassociations, and takealeadership role wherever you can: Serve on committees, help with marketing efforts, etc. Don’t just show up for meetings and sit there.

• Marketyourexpertise.Writearticlesforwebsitesandtradepublicationstogetyour name out there. Volunteer to speak to schools or local community groups about your profession and industry. The more visibility you have, the better.

• Keepdevelopingyourskills.Signupforcoursesandseminarsonskills thatmight help you do your job better. A commitment to self-development appeals to potential employers who like to see initiative.

• Contributemore.Lookforwaystohelpyourorganization,yourco-workers,and your networking contacts. A reputation for pitching in wherever you’re needed will reap benefits throughout your career.

“Incredible change happens in your life when you decide

to take control of what you do have power over instead of

craving control over what you don’t.”—Steve Maraboli

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Important City of Aurora Contact InformationAccess Aurora: 303-739-7000

City council person: Molly Markert, Ward IV 303-739-7516 (council office) 303-752-2614 (residence) 303-941-2244 (mobile) E-mail: mmarkert@auroragov.org Term Expires: November 2015

City Of Aurora Police Department: Emergency: 911 Non emergency: 303-627-3100 Par Officer: Shane Ellison sellison@auroragov.org, 303-627-3713

Note: When calling, use proper etiquette as your call might be recorded.

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Trees Damaged By Winter/Spring Snow Storms Beaver Stump Grinding is offering a 10% discount to resi-dents of CCWNA. Give them a call at 303-829-8414 and ask for Preston.

Parks and Recreation Month This year marks 30 years of Parks and Recreation Month, highlighting the enduring importance of parks and recreation for the world. From the start, parks were created to give us a place to appreciate nature, exercise, socialize, and have fun—a mission that lives on into the future.

Save Money Without Skimping Do you need to get a better handle on your spending habits? You don’t have to take a vow ofpoverty. Try these tips for saving money when your budget is tight: • Leavecredit cards at home.

When you shop, use cash. • Shop at thrift stores and

garage sales, or flea markets. They’re fun and inexpen-sive.

• When you buy new clothes,buy classic styles that will stand the test of time. Stay away from trendy fashions.

• Avoid restaurants and takeout. Make your meals fromscratch at home.

• Takeyourlunchestoworkinsteadofeatingouteveryday. • Use public transportation whenever possible instead of

driving or taking a cab, or share rides.

10% discount to residents