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IT TAKES A VILLAGE I want to include a copy of a letter (it has been condensed forthe Newsletter format), that our Chief of Police John Jacksonreceived from a member of the community about a 9-1-1 callin May. The letter tells the story. Many of our employeesfrom various departments strive to be the best and deliver the

highest quality of customer service. There are noexceptions to their commitment as you will readin this letter involving several of our policeofficers. Many positives, like this one, happenevery day in Greenwood Village across variousdepartments. As I know, and many of you wholive or work here can appreciate, our Villageemployees do make a difference!

Dear John:On Sunday, May 26, 2013, officers from theGreenwood Village Police Departmentresponded to emergency 911 calls from severalcallers regarding a driver in distress on I-25. Myhusband Rob and I were the ones in distress. Aswe traveled north on I-25, Rob, who wasdriving, simply said, “I feel faint.” By the time I

looked at him, he was already unconscious at the wheel.What I didn’t realize was that he was already in cardiac arrest.Not being able to reach the peddles of the vehicle, I realizedhe had removed his foot from the accelerator. I knew wewould be slowing down. I focused on trying to revive himand keeping us in our center lane.

Thanks to a wonderful Good Samaritan that pulled his caralong side of our car; he saw the trouble I was in, and withhis family in the car, he dropped behind us allowing me topull off against the concrete barriers. Leaning through thedriver’s window, the Good Samaritan gave Rob chestcompressions while he directed me to give breaths. His quickthinking and persistence was a godsend.

Very quickly after the Good Samaritan aided Rob and myself,one of your officers, Suzanne Beckstrom, arrived with acardio kit. Officer Beckstrom knew we had to get Rob layingon a flat surface in order to perform the necessary cardiotreatment. Suzanne and the Good Samaritan dragged Robfrom the car along a narrow space between the car and thecement barriers to the back of our car where they worked onRob. As more of Greenwood Village officers and firedepartment quickly arrived, I was very professionally helpedwith much compassion.

The rescue crew took over for Officer Beckstrom and theGood Samaritan and allowed me to ride in the rescue squadto the hospital. Again, some of our officers, includingOfficers Beachem and Gipson, took charge of our vehicle,parked it in a safe spot and brought me the keys to thehospital. I can never thank all of them enough. I’m not surewho all did what, but your team acted in an exceptionalmanner. We have all of them to thank for my husband’srecovery. The Emergency Room physicians accredit Rob’ssurvival to the quick response from everyone involved. After8 days total in the hospital, he is home with his family andfriends. This would not be possible if it weren’t for yourteam’s help. Rob has 3 daughters, 26, 23, and 16 plus 2grandsons, a 1- and 2-year-old, we owe your well-preparedteam all our gratitude.

Sincerely,Marcia S.

BUSINESS RETENTIONPROGRAM One of our goals at Greenwood Village is to maintain aquality business environment with continued economicgrowth and success. We want to retain our existingbusinesses, as well as attract new businesses to ourcommunity. We continue to see positive shifts in ourbusinesses community with new retail stores and restaurants,business expansions, and corporate relocations. These areexcellent indicators that our Village economy is strong andremains very competitive in the region.

To achieve this important outcome, the Village mustcontinue to have a positive working relationship with ourbusiness community. In addition to partnering with anumber of economic development groups, we have developeda Business Retention Program that will provide us with directcontact with our businesses so we can encourage them toremain in the Village and even expand their operations. Wewill be contacting businesses, based on specific criteria suchas the number of their employees and when their lease may

RAMBLE WITH RON IN JULYHave some ideas or suggestions to share about living orworking in Greenwood Village? Walk and talk with Mayor RonRakowsky at Westlands Park, 5701 S. Quebec Street, onMonday, July 22 and at Tommy Davis Park, Swim Club Lot,9200 E. Orchard Road on Tuesday, July 23, from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. (weather permitting). Registration is notrequired. For more information, please call the Mayor’s Officeat 303-486-5745. Check for updates of the monthly schedulefor Ramble with Ron at www.greenwoodvillage.com.

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expire, to talk with them about their business needs andidentify how the Village can help them succeed. In addition,staff will proactively work with new businesses on theirrelocation, offering assistance as appropriate and connectingbusinesses with the resources they need to grow and thrive. If

you know of a business, large or small in Greenwood Villagethat we should reach out to or one that is consideringrelocating to our community, please call Matt Cohrs,Assistant to the City Manager, at 303-486-5745 [email protected].

VILLAGE RECEIVES ARAPAHOE COUNTY OPEN SPACES SMALL GRANTAND SHAREBACK FUNDS Thanks to the voter approved countywide sales and use taxthat was originally passed in November 2003 and extendedby voters in November 2012, Greenwood Village and otherArapahoe County cities receive funding from Arapahoe County Open Spaces for the preservation and enhancementof parks and trails in our respective communities. Fiftypercent of the Open Space tax revenue generated by theprogram is returned to the cities and towns through

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continued from page 3shareback funds and project grants.Because funds are distributed based onpopulation, this year the Villagereceived $291,593 in shareback funds.Shareback funds are to be used to fundpark, trail and open space projects andland acquisitions. Only 20 percent ofshareback funds may be used onmaintenance projects.

In June, the Village received a SmallGrant to assist in funding thereplacement of outdoor fitnessequipment at Tommy Davis Park. Thegrant from the County is $25,000,with a required 10 percent match fromthe Village. Staff will work closely withsurrounding neighbors and users ofthe park for input on the type andstyle of equipment to be installed atthe park. It is anticipated that thisproject will be completed during2013. Watch for information on afuture public meeting on this projectin the August Newsletter.

WATERRESTRICTIONSREDUCED TO STAGE 1 DROUGHT Page 14 of this Newsletter discussesDenver Water’s announcement todeclare a Stage 1 drought. Althoughthis means you can now water threedays a week, it is imperative for everyone of us to save water whenever andwherever possible. A great way toconserve water is to pay attention tothe weather. If it rains one day, skipthe next two days before watering yourlandscapes. Another way is to not runthe water when you brush your teeth,or reduce the time you are in theshower. It’s the daily tasks that we alltake granted that could help us save asignificant amount of water.

For more information on themandatory water restrictions or forother conservation tips, please visitwww.denverwater.org.

GET READY FOR GREENWOODVILLAGE DAY Remember to get your all access passesand parking tickets for this year’sGreenwood Village Day on Saturday,July 27 at Village Greens Park. TheParks, Trails, and RecreationDepartment has designed a signatureevent for you to create lifetimememories with your family andfriends. Some of the event’s highlights

include carnival rides, hand-on art,bungee trampolines, climbing wall,pre-school activities, inflatables, RCcars, airplanes, helicopters, carnivalgames, face painting and much more!This year, there will also be a ropescourse, zip line, adult art and otheractivities for the young at heart. Inaddition, as long as it is prudent to doso, we will host another amazingfireworks display that serves as theevent’s finale. This will be anotherfantastic event and we hope you andyour family will join us! GGVV

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Rod Bockenfeld, Nancy Doty, Mayor Ron Rakowsky, Eric Ensey, Denise Rose, NancyJackson, Margaret Griffes, Debbie Belcik and Nancy Sharpe.


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Curtis Center

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1Fun In The Sun9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Silo Park

27PTR CommissionCity Hall • 7 p.m.

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8Fun In The SunArt In The Park

“An Inner Voice”Lecture by

Carlos Fresquez6:30 p.m. • Curtis

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GREENWOODVILLAGE’SREGULARMUNICIPALELECTION NOVEMBER 5, 2013This year, the City Council designatedthe Village’s Regular MunicipalElection to be a coordinated electionwith Arapahoe County. ArapahoeCounty is conducting the November5, 2013 Coordinated Election as aMail Ballot Election.

Village electors will receive a ballot bymail. Mail Ballot Packets will bemailed to eligible electors October 15-18, 2013. Voters will still have the

option of mailing their ballots back,dropping them off in person or votingin person at any Voter Service andPolling Center.

VOTER REGISTRATIONIn May, Colorado Legislators passedHouse Bill 1303. This law changed thedeadlines for voter registration. The in-person voter registration deadline hasbeen extended through Election Day.

The following requirements still mustbe met to register to vote: be a UnitedStates Citizen, be 18 years of age byElection Day and have resided withintheir district and municipality 30 days.Voter registration application forms areavailable from the City Clerk’s officeor the Village website atwww.greenwoodvillage.com. Voterregistration application forms may bemailed directly or dropped off to theGreenwood Village City Clerk at 6060South Quebec Street by October 15,2013.

Online voter registration continuesuntil October 28, 2013. To registeronline visit the Village’s Website orArapahoe County Clerk andRecorder’s Website atwww.arapahoevotes.com or theColorado Secretary of State’s Websiteat http://www.sos.state.co.us.

Voters may register in person afterOctober 28, 2013, through ElectionDay at any Arapahoe County VoterService and Polling Centers. To find aVoter Service and Polling Center nearyou, visit www.arapahoevotes.com.

VOTER SERVICE ANDPOLLING CENTERSVoter Service and Polling Centers willopen eight days (October 28, 2013)prior to and including Election Day,except for Sunday November 3, 2013.Voters will be able to drop off theirmail ballots, register to vote or casttheir vote in person at a Voter Serviceand Polling Center. Greenwood

Village City Hall will be open onSaturday, November 2, 2013 from 9a.m. to 3 p.m. to accept mail ballots.

ABSENTEE MAIL BALLOTSIf you will be out of town and unableto receive your ballot at your registeredaddress you may change your addressby completing the “Change in VoterRegistration Information” form fromArapahoe County. The form is onlineat www.arapahoevotes.com or you mayvote early at a Voter Service and PollingCenter beginning October 28, 2013.

CITY COUNCILCANDIDATE INFORMATIONThe nomination petition process is thefirst step in becoming a candidate.Nomination petition forms will beavailable on July 1, 2013, in the CityClerk’s Office. A candidate mustpossess the following qualifications torun for office: be a United StatesCitizen; be a registered elector; be 18years of age by Election Day; and havelived in the Village and the specificDistrict for one year immediatelypreceding the election. Candidates forthe office of City Council must benominated by at least twenty (20)registered electors from such district.

WRITE-IN CANDIDATESIf you desire to be a write-in candidatefor this election, an affidavit of intentmust be filed with the City Clerk bythe person whose name is written inby the close of business on September3, 2013. No write-in vote for anymunicipal office shall be countedunless an affidavit of intent of thewrite-in candidate has been filed.Village residency requirements and theage requirement to hold any municipaloffice must still be met.

For additional information regardingcandidacy, election forms and filingrequirements, please call the CityClerk at 303-486-5752. GGVV

PARK AND OPENSPACE SURVEY

CITIZENS ASKED TOPROVIDE FEEDBACKHave you been to one of the manyVillage parks or open spaces recentlyor are you planning on visiting one inthe near future? If so, we want to hearfrom you — your opinions matter!Take a couple minutes to answer a fewquestions and help us continue toensure the high quality environmentand fun experience of the parks andopen spaces in Greenwood Village.

www.greenwoodvillage.com/parksurvey

PROGRAMSGreenwood Village Mayor’s Show: Senior Life: Growing Up Together Seniors and caregivers will be confronted with challenges anddifficult decisions that need to be made regarding theirquality of life. On this special edition of the Mayor’s Show,local experts will share their insights on topics critical toseniors. Also see how some seniors in Greenwood Village areliving and enjoying life to the fullest. It’s a program you andyour loved ones do not want to miss.

Colorado Connected Produced by the Colorado Communications and UtilityAlliance (CCUA), the program features programs on regionalissues.

NASA 360 Produced by the National Institute of Aerospace for NASA,this program examines how technologies developed by andfor NASA are used in everything from space exploration toeveryday consumer products.

Graceful Aging Enjoy this program to learn about elder care needs. You’lllaugh, think and be inspired to improve your life.

Jazz Cardio Strength StretchA powerfully fun and effective workout that will lift yourspirits, strengthen your heart, muscles, and core. You’ll get ahealthy dose of cardio, strength and stretch moves and finishup feeling energized for the start and end of your day.

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GVTVchannel 8AVAILABLE ON COMCAST CABLE IN GREENWOOD VILLAGE, GVTV CHANNEL 8 IS AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY,SEVEN DAYS A WEEK PROVIDING PROGRAMMING REGARDING IMPORTANT LOCAL, STATE AND NATIONAL TOPICS.


Archives of the Mayor’s Show and GV Kids, Ink!® can be seen atwww.greenwoodvillage.com or on theGreenwood Village Channel on YouTube.

GVTV 8 (new logo)

Available on Comcast Cable in Greenwood Village, GVTV Channel 8 is available 24 hours a

day, seven days a week providing programming regarding important local, state and national

topics.

July Schedule

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

6:00 a.m. Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio 7:00 a.m.

8:00 a.m.

9:00 a.m. Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show 10:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m. NASA 360 Colorado Connected

NASA 360 Colorado Connected


11:30 a.m. Graceful Aging

Graceful Aging

Graceful Aging

Graceful Aging

Noon

1:00 p.m.

2:00 p.m. Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show

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4:00 p.m. Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio 5:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m. Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show Mayor’s Show

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8:30 a.m. Graceful Aging

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Programs

Greenwood Village Mayor’s Show

Senior Life: Growing Up Together

Seniors and caregivers will be confronted with challenges and difficult decisions that need to be

made regarding their quality of life. On this special edition of the Mayor’s Show, local experts

will share their insights on topics critical to seniors. Also see how some seniors in Greenwood

Village are living and enjoying life to the fullest. It’s a program you and your loved ones do not

want to miss.

Colorado Connected

Produced by the Colorado Communications and Utility Alliance (CCUA), the program features

programs on regional issues.

NASA 360

New Program on GVTV 8 this month —Graceful Aging!

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MAKING A differenceTRAFFIC IN GREENWOOD VILLAGE CITIZEN SURVEY RESULTS ANNOUNCED— ACTIONS AND FUTURE PLANS FOR MAJOR INTERSECTIONS The results of the 2012 Citizen Survey regarding traffic waspresented to the City Council in June showing that themajority of residents did not rate traffic as a major issue as theydid in previous years. The Village attributes the citizen surveyratings to its proactive traffic management program ofredesigned roadways and intersections, ongoing signal timingadjustments through its Advanced Transportation ManagementSystem (ATMS), and traffic enforcement and education.

“Residents in previous surveys rated traffic as one of the topthings our residents liked least about living in GreenwoodVillage,” said Mayor Ron Rakowsky. “Based on the results ofour recent citizen survey, complaints about traffic are down.This tells us that our traffic management efforts are workingand we need to continue taking a proactive approach toaddress traffic on behalf of the citizens who live and work inour community.”

Out of 1,657 responses to the 2012 Citizen Survey, resultsrevealed Village residents gave very high ratings to the overallquality of street conditions in Greenwood Village. More thannine out of 10 residents (94%) rated this outcome as eitherexcellent (51%) or good (43%). In past surveys and in the2012 survey, residents have identified traffic or related itemsas issues in the Village, so in the 2012 survey a new questionwas asked related to traffic signals. Over eight in 10 (81%)rated the efficiency of traffic signals as excellent or goodduring non-rush hour times, with 13% rating them asaverage. During rush hour times, a smaller number (54%)rated them as excellent or good with 29% given them arating of average.

“Our overall goal is to move motorists in and out of theVillage in a safe and efficient manner,” said Jim Sanderson.“Our ongoing efforts have helped facilitate traffic flow andreduce delays for motorists.”

Greenwood Village proactively addresses traffic issuesgenerated from the 45,000+ residents and visitors that travelwithin and through the Village. Through the use of theVillage’s Advanced Transportation Management System(ATMS), the Village collects real-time traffic informationfrom various sources such as 46 traffic signals and trafficcameras to service traffic demands by operating the signals in

real time as traffic demands change in Greenwood Village.All intersections in the Village have been upgraded to fullyactuated operations which allow all intersections to have theability to operate on vehicle demand, especially during lowvolume and off-peak periods. Fully actuated operations allowthe Village to collect traffic count data at the signalizedintersections. The Village can periodically compare trafficvolume trends to determine if signal timing needs to bemodified. Also, the Village reviews accident history ofintersections, reviews development plans to encourage mixed-use development that minimizes vehicle trip generation. Inaddition, traffic enforcement plays a key role in addressingtraffic issues, whether it is through educating motoristsduring the course of a traffic stop or requiring traffic controlduring a road construction project.

“From 2003 to 2012, traffic accidents and injury accidentshave declined in Greenwood Village by 30 percent,” addedSanderson. “It is because of the efforts of our Police andPublic Works Departments who work together and shareinformation which has helped improve the traffic in theVillage.”

Also included in the 2012 Citizen Survey was a new questiongeared at asking residents which specific intersections inGreenwood Village should be addressed. This question gavecitizens the opportunity to share specific information aboutintersections and traffic in the Village. With the more specificinformation gathered from the 2012 Citizen Survey, theVillage is able to directly address, respond to, or look into theissues raised about traffic by residents. In most instances,actions are already under way, planned or being evaluated forthe specific locations identified by the survey.

Through real-time traffic cameras the Village can detect problemswith traffic and make adjustments immediately.

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GREENWOOD VILLAGE INTERSECTIONSIntersections are followed by the percentage of surveyrespondents who provided comments about a specificintersection.

Belleview & Yosemite (3%, 52 responses)General Comments — Congestion during school and peak

hours, northbound left turn signal.Planned Improvements — Signal Re-timing with DRCOG

(summer 2013) (In-house operations project working withDRCOG).

Belleview & Dayton (3%, 43 responses)General Comments — Congestion during school and peak

hours, westbound left turn signal.Planned Improvements — Signal Re-timing with DRCOG


Orchard & Quebec (3%, 41 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours.

Additional southbound right turn lane.Planned Improvements — Signal Re-timing with DRCOG

(summer 2013) (In-house operations project working withDRCOG); Traffic Adaptive (summer 2013) (CIP 2013).

Orchard & DTC Blvd/Yosemite (2%, 33 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours.

Additional southbound left turn lane.Planned Improvements — Signal Re-timing with DRCOG

(summer 2013) (In-house operations project working withDRCOG); Traffic Adaptive (summer 2013) (CIP 2013).

Orchard & I-25 (2%, 30 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Planned Improvements — GV assumed operations and

maintenance (July 2012); Signal Re-timing with DRCOG(summer 2013) (In-house operations project working withDRCOG); Traffic Adaptive (summer 2013) (CIP 2013).

Orchard & Dayton (1%, 22 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours.

Eastbound and westbound left turn arrows.Planned Improvements — N/A

Orchard & Holly (1%, 19 responses)General Comments — Southbound left turn signal.Planned Improvements — N/A

Arapahoe & Yosemite (1%, 14 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours.Planned Improvements — I-25/Arapahoe Road Phase I

Improvements (Summer 2013 Design) (CIP 2013).

DTC Blvd & DTC Pkwy/Yosemite (1%, 11 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Planned Improvements — Signal Re-timing with DRCOG


Belleview & Ulster (1%, 9 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Planned Improvements — Signal Re-timing with DRCOG


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DTC Blvd & Park Terrace (1%, 9 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Planned Improvements — Signal Re-timing with DRCOG


COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (CDOT) INTERSECTIONSThese intersections are controlled by CDOT, however,Greenwood Village staff coordinates with CDOT regardingpossible actions to improve traffic at these locations.

Belleview & I-25 (4%, 72 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Planned Improvements — Belleview Corridor Study (on-

going); GV assume operations and maintenance of thetraffic signals (I-25 to Holly) (July 2013) (CIP 2013)

Belleview & Quebec (4%, 71 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Planned Improvements — Belleview/Quebec Intersection

Improvements (Completed May 2013); BelleviewCorridor Study (on-going); GV assume operations andmaintenance of the traffic signals (I-25 to Holly) (July2013) (CIP 2013).

Belleview & University (2%, 40 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Planned Improvements — CDOT intersection construction

with signal re-timing (Summer 2013).

Belleview & Holly (1%, 24 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Planned Improvements — GV assume operations and

maintenance of the traffic signals (I-25 to Holly) (July2013) (CIP 2013).

Orchard & University (1%, 20 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Planned Improvements — N/A

Arapahoe & I-25 (1%, 14 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Planned Improvements — I-25/Arapahoe Road Phase I

Improvements (Summer 2013 Design) (CIP 2013); GVassume operations and maintenance of the traffic signals(I-25 to Dayton) (July 2014) (CIP 2014).

Belleview & Franklin (1%, 12 responses)General Comments — New traffic signal requested. Planned Improvements — N/A

Arapahoe & Boston/Clinton (1%, 8 responses)General Comments — Congestion during the peak hours. Further Considerations — I-25/Arapahoe Road Phase I

Improvements (Summer 2013 Design) (CIP 2013); GVassume operations and maintenance of the traffic signals(I-25 to Dayton) (July 2014) (CIP 2014).

“Traffic issues will continue to be a part of our lives as ourregion continues to grow,” said Mayor Rakowsky. “We willnever be done with addressing traffic; it will always be amajor quality of life issue that we will continue to addressand work to make better.”

Citizens are encouraged to contact the Village with anyquestions or concerns about traffic in Greenwood Village.Please call Jeremy Hanak, Public Works Manager, at 303-708-6715 or email at [email protected]. GGVV

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MEDIANS IN GREENWOOD VILLAGE WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTENANCE? For all of those that drive through Greenwood Village, one will typically not missthe importance and beauty the medians in our roadways bring to ourcommunity. The trees, ornamental shrubs, and flowers add to the seasons inColorado and make that drive a little more enjoyable in the Village.

As with anylandscaping,maintenance is animportant part ofthe appearance andhow it is managed.Have you everdriven past amedian in theVillage andobserved someneeded attentionsuch as trimmingthat pesky weed ora broken sprinklerand wondered whoto contact? Thereare a significantnumber of mediansin the Village whichare maintained byvarious agenciesincludingGreenwood Village,metropolitandistricts, andhomeownerassociations.

Since it can be adaunting task toknow which agency

may maintain a specific median in Greenwood Village, all you have to do is letthe Village know. Please call Public Works at 303-708-6100, email us [email protected] , or click on the “Report a Concern”button on the Village Website at www.greenwoodvillage.com. A member ofPublic Works staff will respond to your inquiry and/or follow up with theappropriate agency. We appreciate your feedback and even with a proactiveinspection program, an area of needed attention can happen overnight and wewant to have it addressed as soon as possible. GGVV

RESIDENTIALPROPERTYMAINTENANCE IS YOUR PROPERTY IN COMPLIANCE? The proper use and maintenance ofprivate property is essential tomaintaining the aesthetics of theneighborhoods. To ensure the use andmaintenance of property are incompliance with the values and standardsof the community, the Village enforcescodes that regulate a number ofmaintenance issues in the neighborhood.These codes include, but are not limitedto, the following:

• Construction of accessory structures— sheds, batting cages, tennis courts,pools, etc.

• Dead and overgrown landscaping. • The accumulation of litter and debris.• Noise from property including from

commercial heating or airconditioning equipment, constructionactivity, trash trucks, and sweepers.

• Weeds and grass growth — over eight(8) inches in height.

• Outdoor storage, inoperable vehicles,and recreational vehicles.

• Street parking.• Animal issues.

The Village is committed to workingwith residents and homeownersassociations to help ensure residentialneighborhoods are maintained. For moreinformation on residential propertymaintenance in the Village, pleasecontact Sheryl Jaramillo, CommunityDevelopment Neighborhood ServicesOfficer, at 303-486-5793 or visit theVillage website at www.greenwoodvillage.com. GGVV

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MPNP PHASE ONEIMPROVEMENTS COMPLETEDJune saw the completion of the Phase One Improvements atthe Marjorie Perry Nature Preserve (MPNP). MPNP is

located along the High Line Canal,just south of Belleview Avenue. ThePhase One Improvements includedthree different components: trailconstruction and revegetation, awater viewing area along one of theponds, and educational andinformational signage. The total costfor all of these improvements wasapproximately $220,000. The

project was funded in large part through a grant the Villagereceived from Arapahoe County Open Spaces.

TRAIL MODIFICATIONS As part of Phase One of the MPNP Master Plan, the Village

completed trail construction and vegetation restoration.Approximately 585 native plants were planted to replace sixacres of Russian Olive trees (noxious weeds), and 2,700 feetof volunteer trails were rebuilt to provide safe access andminimize the impact of the access to the natural resources ofthe MPNP. The work included raising the trail surface toprovide drainage, and removing trails from steep slopes andwetlands area to prevent erosion.

THE WATER VIEWING AREA The water viewing area was designed to provide users of theMPNP with a natural location for wildlife viewing andenjoyment of the natural surroundings. It was not intendedto be a destination point, but rather a location that peoplewill come across when they explore the MPNP. The waterviewing area was designed to respect its natural surroundingsand blend in with the common elements of the open space.The water viewing area incorporates the use of naturalmaterials, including rocks and wood to the design. The use ofrocks forms the seating areas, and a large felled tree helpsidentify the boundary of the area. Trees and shrubs that arenative to the area have been installed including LanceleafCottonwood, Dogwoods, Western Sandcherry, TreeleafSumac, Woods Rose, and Common Snowberry.

EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL SIGNAGEThe signage element is intended to provide users of theMPNP with an opportunity to learn about the wildlife,vegetation and history of the site — including the story ofMarjorie Perry herself, for whom the open space is named.The signage was designed in a manner to blend in with the

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natural surroundings of the preserve.The idea was not to have signage thatyou might see traditionally in otherparks, but to have signs that are moreunique to the site and that might bediscovered by users when exploringthe MPNP.

The design of the signage blends inthe ranching and farming history ofthe MPNP with the natural elementsand beauty of the site enjoyed by userstoday. The signage incorporates theMPNP brand and educationalinformation into natural elementssuch as fallen trees, rocks and stumps.Additionally entry and boundarymarkers have been located at variouspoints along the perimeter of the siteto delineate the boundary of theMPNP and are designed to resemblefence posts.

Come, explore, relax and enjoy all ofthe natural beauty of the MarjoriePerry Nature Preserve and experiencean escape from the hustle and bustleof daily life. For more information,please call Eric Ensey, Parks, Trails,and Open Space Analyst, at 303-486-5743 or email [email protected]. GGVV

LIGHTNINGPREDICTIONDEVICES ALERTPARK USERS OFPOSSIBLE DANGERSummer weather in Colorado mayinclude warmer temperatures, but italso brings rainstorms and lightningthat can pose a danger for peopleenjoying the outdoors. In an effort toprovide a safer environment at Villageparks, the Village has lightningprediction and warning systems toalert park users of lightning stormsbefore they strike.

Lightning prediction systems monitorlightning activity at Village GreensPark, Curtis Park, Westlands Park, SiloPark, and Tommy Davis Park. Theseprediction systems measure the shift ofthe positive and negative ions in theatmosphere and in the ground thatcould create an energy flow that mayresult in a lightning strike once aconductive cloud to ground path isavailable. The lightning prediction andwarning system senses and evaluatesthese shifts and changes in theelectrostatic field that precede theoccurrence of an actual lightning strikeand activates audible and visualwarning alerts of the dangerousconditions. The systems areoperational between the hours of 7a.m. and 9 p.m., seven days a weekthrough the spring and summermonths.

For more information, please call LairdThornton, Public Works Manager, at303-708-6155.

LIGHTNING PREDICTIONSYSTEM — WHAT TO DOIF THE HORN GOES OFFThe lightning prediction systems areset to monitor a 2.5 mile radius fromits location. When the conditions areripe for lightning at the parks orwithin the 2.5 mile radius, acontinuous audible horn is activatedfor a period of 15 seconds alertingusers of the potential for lightning andactivating yellow strobes on the roofsof the structures located within theparks. These strobes will stay activatedthroughout the period of potentiallightning activity and will shut off onlyafter an all clear signal consisting ofthree five second audible horn blasts.

In the event that a warning hornshould sound while you are in thepark, please do the following:

1. Clear the park and fieldimmediately.

2. Seek shelter in a building or in yourcar. While cars and buildings arenot 100 percent safe fromlightning, they do offer the bestprotection from a lightning strike.

3. Remain off of the playing surfacesor equipment until an “all clearsignal” of three to five secondaudible horn blasts has sounded.When this alert is broadcast, it issafe to return to the area. GGVV

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DENVER WATERMODIFIES WATERINGRESTRICTIONS BOARD MOVES TO STAGE 1DROUGHT RESPONSE;CUSTOMERS STILL ASKED TO SAVE WATER Effective June 26, 2013, Denver Water adopted aresolution declaring a Stage 1 drought due to anunexpectedly wet spring and citizens’ reducedwater use. The Stage 1 Drought declarationremoves the two-day-per-week assigned wateringschedule and drought pricing entirely. Customersmay water no more than three days per week andmust follow Denver Water’s annual wateringrules. Residents and businesses receive their waterfrom a number of water districts, all of whichadheres to Denver Water’s watering guidelines. In response to the Stage 1 drought declaration,Denver Water is asking its customers to reduceoutdoor watering and follow the standard annualwatering rules:

• Water no more than three days per week(there are no assigned days).

• Do not water lawns between 10 a.m. and 6p.m.

• Do not waste water by allowing it to pool ingutters, streets and alleys.

• Do not waste water by letting it spray onconcrete and asphalt.

• Repair leaking sprinkler systems within 10days.

• Do not water while it is raining or duringhigh winds.

To help save water, customers are asked to payclose attention to the weather and theirlandscapes, and only water when necessary.

• Use a day of rain to skip watering• Only water the areas of your yard that are dry • Water two minutes less.

For more information on the mandatory waterrestrictions or for other conservation tips, pleasevisit www.denverwater.org. To report waterwaste, please call 303-893-2444. GGVV

STAGE 1 DROUGHT WATERING RESTRICTIONS: WHAT DOES THIS MEAN TO VILLAGE PARK USERS? Denver Waterdeclared a Stage 1drought effectiveJune 26, 2013.The Village ismandated toreduce water useby 10 percentVillage wide. Thisincludesreductions inpark and medianwatering, wateruse in Villagefacilities (e.g.washing parkpavilions) and reductions in any other activities that use water.

A field or portion of a field in Greenwood Village will be closed if theturf growth declines 50 percent or more.

• Signs limiting drop-in use are placed in Village parks. Specifically, anorganized group is prohibited to drop in and play organized sportssuch as, but not limited to soccer, lacrosse and rugby. However, aparent and child or two friends, for example, are welcome to drop inand play catch, toss a Frisbee or kick a soccer ball.

• Single date shelter pavilion users may now rent a field to use inconjunction with their event. This does not include team sportsplay.

• Inflatable amusements are not allowed in Village parks.

• The water feature at Westlands Park is turned off for the summer.

• Staff is issuing field permits only to historical season-long users. Thereare no new user permits being issued through the Parks, Trails andRecreation Department. Staff has also issued specific practice rules forthose users.

If you have any questions, please call the Parks, Trails and RecreationDepartment at 303-486-5773. GGVV

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GREENWOOD VILLAGE POLICE DEPARTMENT CITIZENS’ ACADEMY SIGN UP TODAY! The Greenwood Village Citizens’ Police Academy is animportant component of community involvement and citizenoutreach. Its purpose is to provide a forum wherebyparticipants can develop a basic understanding of how thepolice department functions. It will also provideopportunities for ongoing communication between membersof the community and the police department.

The 2013 Greenwood Village Citizens’ Police Academy willbegin on Thursday, September 5, 2013, and continuethrough Thursday, November 21, 2013. The Citizens’ PoliceAcademy meets Thursday nights for 13 sessions from 6-9p.m., and two Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at GreenwoodVillage City Hall, 6060 South Quebec Street. The twoSaturday sessions, are September 21 and November 2, 2013.

Each four-hour session covers a variety of subjects rangingfrom basic law enforcement and its role in the community todiscussions and demonstrations with other specialized units:Emergency Response Team (ERT), K-9 Unit, CrisisIntervention, Traffic, Crime Prevention, Investigations andSchool Resource Officers. Most sessions will have hands-onactivities such as fingerprinting, high-risk traffic stops, anduse of less-than-lethal weapons. As an academy participant,you will also receive a comprehensive behind the scenes tourof the police department, including the 9-1-1Communications Center, and get to participate in a policepatrol ride along. This will be scheduled to take place outsidethe class time at a mutually convenient time for staff and

participants. This experience is important in creating a trueunderstanding of what an officer’s job is like and contributesto an exciting, interactive learning experience.

Upon successful completion of the Citizens’ Police Academy,each participant and their family are invited to attend thegraduation ceremony and dinner.

Citizens’ Academy application forms are available at thePolice Department at 6060 South Quebec Street or can beaccessed online at greenwoodvillage.com. Potential candidatesmust be at least 18 years old; have no felony convictions; andhave no misdemeanor convictions within one year ofapplication. Any requirement may be waived or modifiedupon review and approval by the Police Chief. All applicantswill be contacted to confirm selection to participate. Theacademy is free of charge.

For more information, please call Crystal Dean,Administrative Coordinator, at 303-486-8226 or email [email protected]. GGVV

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Imagine yourself in New York Cityamidst the sights, sounds, and scenery— a spectacular food destination thatsightseers and locals alike have cometo savor! Visualize yourself indulgingin sensational pizza that conjures upthe special style of the Big Apple.Imagine no longer!! David Parry, pizzaaficionado and Colorado transplant,introduced a Parry’s Pizzeria & Barlocation to the Village in April. Acomplete slew of tasty wings,sensational calzones, hot sandwiches,pasta, and a selection of over 50domestic craft beers from the bestbreweries across the country are nowconveniently available at their OrchardPlaza shopping center location.

As you enter Parry’s Pizzeria & Bar,the stylish brick dining room and richwood bar capture your eye. Beetle killwood and recycled steel adorn thisdining area, blending truly rusticColorado materials with a NYC feel.From the expansive full service barand roomy booths to the spaciousgarden level patio, the warmth andcomfort of the restaurant envelops youin an authentic tradition of qualityhomemade hand tossed pizza andperfectly crafted pastas.

“We are an all-inclusive place to dine,”shares David, “welcoming kids,families, business people, and the beerconnoisseur as well.” Tap takeoversand pint glass nights allow localbreweries to offer a sensational varietyof unique beers at the pizzeria. “OurVillage location is an ideal spot toserve a multitude of customers whowill appreciate what we have to offer,”said David. “With this demographiccomes an expectation of quality, styleand service that we know that we canprovide.” Parry’s also has a strongcommunity focus with its sponsorshipof numerous post-event pizza partiesfor The Preserve Swim Team, alongwith other local, regional, and nationalcharities as well. David can be found

most often in the kitchen directing hisstaff in the impeccable creation ofculinary delights that can be tasted inevery morsel of food they serve.

Lil Avery’s Cheese, Parry’s originalrecipe, is Parry’s menu signature item.It contains the true taste and smell ofNY pie, with herbs and spices speciallyblended together with parmesan. Anyand all toppings of your choice can beadded to this feature. The MadisonAvenue is a popular offering,containing a unique blend of oils,parmesan, ricotta, and garlic, withoutthe red sauce. A variety of tastyappetizers also adorn the menu thatinclude the South Street MeatballBake, homemade meatballs toppedwith mozzarella, baked to perfectionand served with Guggenheim garlicbread. Buffalo wings are baked, andsmothered in a variety of flavors with aselection of spice levels from zestymild to medium to extra hot. The NYCheesesteak sandwich with grilledsteak, roasted peppers and onions, alltopped with mozzarella served on anItalian roll highlights a completeselection of sandwiches. The Tiramisuand Fuhgidabowdit fried doughdessert selections solidly round outyour meal.

To accommodate those in the Villageon the go, a popular lunch special atParry’s includes an individual pizzaand beer priced at $7 on Monday-Friday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Parry’salso has a special club that appeals tothe craft beer enthusiast called the “AleYeah Club.” This club offers specialson bar and food items to its membersincluding happy hour pricing all daySunday through Wednesday.Membership also affords specialopportunities to take advantage ofmembers only beer and food pairings,special pourings of rare beers, bomberspecials and other insider treasures.You don’t have to be a member to join


5970 South Holly StreetSunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.303-741-0111 • www.parryspizza.com

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Since 1991, the Greenwood VillageChamber of Commerce has served theSoutheast Business Corridor throughinformation, education, networking andadvocacy.

The Greenwood Village Chamber is avaluable resource in growing yourbusiness. We support and promote ourmember businesses and provideopportunities for growth. When youtake advantage of the programs, youcan:

• Learn from the expertise ofprominent business professionals

• Use an extensive network to promoteand grow your business

• Share your knowledge to help others• Join forces with local leaders to

promote the Southeast Corridor• Give back to the community through

special programs and events• Find new and innovative ways to

promote your business

Visit our Web site at:www.dtcchamber.com

E-mail us: [email protected] Landmark Way, Suite 1615Greenwood Village, CO 80111Phone: 303-290-9922Fax: 303-962-4640

DTC |GREENWOODVILLAGE CHAMBERupdateSUMMERTIME ATTHE CHAMBER Just like the warm temperatures risingup in the summer months, localbusinesses and business people fromall across the Greenwood Villagecommunity have rising summerenergy that is contagious throughoutthe DTC|Greenwood VillageChamber of Commerce.

Activating DTC|Greenwood VillageChamber members to do good thingsin the community and to make themembers’ world bigger is one of themain objectives of the Chamber andthe summer events accomplish thatgoal implicitly. The DTC|GreenwoodVillage Chamber of Commerce ishosting a full schedule of fun summerevents this year that would not bepossible without the countless hoursthat volunteers from local businessesdevote. This creates a great “win-win”scenario: the community benefits

from a fun event and Chambermembers grow and expand theirrelationships with other businesses inthe community.

A textbook example of this is the“Rollin’ Dreams Summer Festival,”the DTC|Greenwood Village’s annualsummer celebration at The Landmark.This year, the Chamber Committeepartnered with Rollin’ Dreams, a501(c)3 organization that works tobenefit young people with life-threatening illnesses. The event onJune 22 was a huge success, as itincluded more than 1,500 attendees,15 local restaurants and 200 of thecoolest classic cars from the DenverMetro area. The event raisedthousands of dollars for Rollin’Dreams. The event also took a 20-person committee and more than 100volunteers to bring it to fruition.

“When I sat in one of our lastcommittee meetings, I thought tomyself, ‘This is exactly what thisChamber is all about,’” said ChamberCEO John Herbers. “We hadprofessionals from automotive, realestate, banking, insurance, marketing,nonprofit, financial and others there.These are people that would notnormally cross paths in their businesssettings, but here they are making


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A GREAT RESOURCEFOR SMALLBUSINESS SUCCESS Greenwood Village partners with otherorganizations to help make the Villagea great place to do business andenhance our high quality businessenvironment. One of these partners isthe South Metropolitan Small BusinessDevelopment Center (SBDC). TheSBDC offers free and confidentialone-on-one consulting and workshopsfor entrepreneurs in South Jefferson,Douglas and Arapahoe Counties tohelp your small business succeed!

The SBDC is an importantcontributor to the economic success ofGreenwood Village and the southmetropolitan area of Denver. Theiraverage number of clients in one yearfor consulting services is over 600 withbetween 1,500-2,000 attendees atworkshops. The average number ofhours spent per client: is five hours.This has resulted in capital formationworth $8.3 million dollars annuallywith 200 jobs created and 500retained each year. On average, 50 newbusinesses are started each year withthe assistance of SBDC services.

A business does not need to be aSouth Metro Denver Chamberinvestor or member to use the servicesoffered by the SBDC. Theirconsultants are all business owners andhave expertise in one particular areasuch as: business plan developmentand/or review, growth strategy,business start-up or acquisition,market research, marketing plans andstrategy, financial and businessanalysis, cash flow analysis, accountingand record keeping, new business orproduct feasibility analysis, assistancewith access to capital and governmentprocurement. Their services are offeredfor free and kept confidential as well.

The SBDC frequently offersworkshops on a number of topicsrelating to small businesses. Inaddition, the following programs arealso offered for businesses to takeadvantage of:

NxLeveL Business Planning Course— 12 week business plan course, thatmeets once a week. Attendees graduatewith a fully realized business plan andcertification.

Success Tracks program — Sixmonth program where attendeesgraduate with a strategic vision and itsimplementation. Businesses must have

one employee outside of familymembers to participate. This is also acertification program.

Chamber Biz Tune-Up Program —The SBDC will conduct a businessassessment, including an IBISWorldMarket Research Report on industryand trends, and a website review withfollow-up appointments. Five hours ofconsulting at no cost.

To find out more about you can usethe services offered, please visit theirwebsite atwww.SmallBusinessDenver.com. If youwant to use their services right away,just select the “looking to start abusiness” or “already in business“links. Then click on one-on-oneconsulting and fill out the short pop-up form. You will then be contactedby their Administrative Assistant byphone to set up an appointment,usually the following week

Again, these services are free andconfidential, and Greenwood Village isproud to partner with the SBDC toprovide this to our small businesscommunity.

Greenwood Village has also asked theSBDC to reach out directly to oursmall businesses. In the comingmonths, small businesses in the Villagewill receive an email or phone callfrom the SBDC to tell you moreabout how they can work with you,such as the Biz Tune-Up Program. Youmay also contact Matt Cohrs in theCity Managers Office at 303-486-5746 for more information about theSBDC or economic development inGreenwood Village. GGVV

continued from page 16in the enthusiasm. Parry’s frequently holds large craft beer events like tap takeovers,pint nights and firkins.

Parry’s Pizzeria & Bar is located at at 5970 South Holly Street. Their hours ofoperation are Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.For menu and special event information, or any additional info, call 303-741-0111or visit their website at www.parryspizza.com. Members will receive up-to-dateemails about special release beers from here in Colorado and around the nation,happy hour pricing, and delicious food items from the bar menu. No matter whichpie or dish entrée ends up on your table, you and your friends will leave with afeeling of utter satisfaction. Give ’em a try, ’cuz they’re doin’ it NY style!! GGVV

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chamber updatecontinued from page 17connections and expanding their universes while doingsomething great for the community. To a person, I believeeveryone would say they took more from being involved thanthey contributed.”

The DTC|Greenwood Village Chamber’s summer stays infull swing in July with its annual Golf Tournament. Thisevent is scheduled for July 25 at the Inverness Golf Club.The tournament provides a rare opportunity for the generalpublic to play a round on this championship level course,which is consistently rated as one of Colorado’s best. Proceedsfrom the event will benefit Kids In Need of Dentistry(KIND). Following up the Golf Tournament will be theChamber’s annual GooseChase, a Family 5K run and walk.Both events are taking hundreds of volunteer hours behindthe scenes to execute, and will result in great personal rewardto all involved.

In addition, the DTC|Greenwood Village Chamber willcontinue to host its Town Hall information luncheons thatare open to the general public and feature topical speakers.Recent speakers included representatives from RTD, whodiscussed the ongoing impact of the FasTracks program, andU.S. Representative Mike Coffman. Thanks to relationshipsand volunteers, these luncheons and other events, such asBusiness After Hours and Film Festivals, will continue tocreate connections and make the DTC|Greenwood VillageChamber a vibrant part of our community’s fabric.

Membership in the Chamber is affordable, exciting andbeneficial. To learn more, visit www.DTCChamber.com orcall 303-290-9922. GGVV

NEW GVbusinessesCORPORATE OFFICESCommunity Banks of Colorado, A Division of NBH Bank, N.A.7800 East Orchard Road, Suite 300720-529-3300

CULINARY ACADEMYColorado Culinary Academy, LLC6380 South Fiddlers Green Circle,Suite 108-A303-220-6996

EDUCATIONThe CE Shop5670 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard,Suite 420720-288-0864

Peak Learning Solutions, LLC6535 South Dayton Street, Suite 2810720-299-2448

MANUFACTURINGKnighted, LLC6595 South Dayton Street, Suite 3000303-728-1616

MARKETING AND SALESNSF Sales, Incorporated5613 DTC Parkway, Suite 580720-282-2290

MERCHANDISING DISTRIBUTORPRO Group Distribution Services8480 East Orchard Road, Suite 3000303-792-3000

MORTGAGE BANKINGAmeripro Funding, Incorporated8400 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 250303-802-1802

PROPERTY MANAGEMENTBRCP Greenwood Corporate Plaza, LLC5990 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard,Suite 118303-290-0020

BRCP Plaza 25, LLC5990 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard,Suite 118303-290-0020

OIL AND GAS INVESTMENTMANAGEMENTGeo Resource Management, LLC6040 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard303-296-9272

REAL ESTATEOber Enterprises, LLC5231 South Quebec Street, Suite 201303-884-2681

SECURITY SERVICESGuardsmark, LLC5460 South Quebec Street, Suite 105303-388-2800

VOCATIONAL COUNSELINGReal Life, LLC5650 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard,Suite 250-A720-436-4121

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TAKE noteSEWER SERVICEMAINTENANCE IT’S THE CUSTOMER’SRESPONSIBILITY Residents and businesses ofGreenwood Village receive sewerservice from a number of sewerdistricts. Sewage comes from homesand businesses, and is the wastewatergenerated from bathrooms andkitchens. Sewage runs through thesanitary sewer system of the varioussewer districts, and is treated through avariety of biological and chemicalprocesses and rendered safe before it’sreturned to the environment. As ahomeowner, understanding how yoursewer system works and knowing whatsteps to take to prevent a sewage spillor overflow will protect theenvironment, prevent damage to yourhome, and save you thousands ofdollars in repairs.

HOW A SEWER SYSTEM WORKSA property owner’s sewer pipes arecalled service laterals and areconnected to larger local mains andregional trunk lines. Service lateralsrun from the connection at the home

to the connection with the publicsewer system. The service laterals donot end at the property line, asphaltedge, or sidewalk but extend to theconnection with the main line withinthe street, right-of-way, or easement.These service laterals are theresponsibility of the property ownerand must be maintained by theproperty owner. Operation andmaintenance of mains and regionaltrunk lines are the responsibility of theindividual sewer districts.

NUMBER ONE CAUSEOF SEWER SYSTEMFAILURESThe number one cause of sewagespills/overflows is grease buildup in thesewer system! Grease builds up insidethe sewer systems, hardens when

cooled, and eventually causesblockages. Grease gets into the sewerfrom food establishments andhousehold drains. Other sewer systemfailures may include roots from treesthat have found their way into yourservice line; debris that has settled andclogged your line; and pieces of pipefrom your service line that havebroken and collapsed.

SIGNS OF A SEWERBACKUP PROBLEMUsually the first signs of a sewer backup problem are smelly odors comingfrom the sewer and a rather slowdrain. This is typically a sign of apartially blocked line and if the partialblockage is not cleared in time thenthese symptoms will be followed withactual sewer water backing up throughyour sink, toilet or other drains. Whena sewer line becomes completelyblocked, the sewage water has nochoice but to reverse back into yourhome.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU EXPERIENCE A SEWER BACKUPIf sewage is backing up into yourhome, the first thing to do is to stoprunning water in your home (i.e.toilets, washing machines,

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dishwashers). If the backup stops, then the blockage is mostlikely in the service lateral extending from your home to thesewer district’s main. You will need to contact a plumber firstto investigate the cause of this backup as you will beresponsible for any repairs in the line from your home to thestreet. Depending on the problem and severity, you may needto have your line cleaned, root sawed, televised or evenreplaced. It is generally a good idea to televise your servicelateral after you experience a backup, as it is the only way tosee what may have caused the problem. Always be sure thatyou obtain a copy of the video to keep for your records.

If sewage continues to back up into your home while you arenot running water, then there may be a blockage in the sewerdistrict’s main to which your service lateral connects. In thiscase, immediately contact your sewer district as they wouldbe responsible for the repair and potentially for any damageyou experience due to the backup.

WHAT TO DO AFTER A SEWER BACKUPYou are encouraged to contact a professional company, but ifyou prefer to begin the cleanup yourself, remember thatbacteria in sewage is a health hazard and take some basicprecautions.• Wear gloves, boots, rain gear and other protective clothing.• Avoid coming into contact with sewage or material

contaminated by sewage. Be especially careful to not letsewage come into contact with your face or eyes.

• Protect cuts and scrapes. Immediately wash any woundthat comes into contact with sewage.

• Wash all surfaces with hot, soapy water.• Disinfect all surfaces with a solution of one part

household bleach to ten parts water.• Wash hands thoroughly after cleaning up.• Wash and disinfect clothing and supplies used in cleaning

up.

HOW YOU CAN HELP PREVENT A SEWER BACKUPDon’t • Don’t put grease or fryer oil down any sink or floor drain. • Don’t dispose of food or food scraps in sinks.

• Don’t pour bleach directly down any drain. Bleach whenused improperly dewaters grease, making it as hard asconcrete.

• Don’t take out sink strainers or drain covers. Empty scrapsinto trash, not down the drain.

• Don’t use cleaning chemicals improperly. Follow theinstructions on the label, for your safety as well as thesafety of the environment.

• Don’t dispose of baby wipes and paper diapers into thesewer system. Cloth like materials have a tendency to fallout of the flow and create blockages which can result inflooding within the home.

Do• Do throw all solids including waste food into the trash. • Do use all cleaning chemicals according to the

instructions on the label. • Do use paper towels to soak up oil and grease under fryer

baskets and to wipe down work areas. Dispose of thepaper towels into the trash.

• Do run a lot of water if you must use the garbagedisposal.

• Do check all sinks and floor drains from strainers andcovers.

• Do deposit used fryer oil in the appropriate container. GGVV

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SEWER DISTRICTS THAT SERVE GREENWOOD VILLAGE

Castlewood Sanitation District 303-779-4525City of Cherry Hills Village San. District 303-762-8222Greenwood Village Sewer G.I.D. No. 1 303-708-6100Goldsmith Gulch Sanitation District 303-779-4525Havana Water and Sanitation District 303-779-4525South Arapahoe Sanitation District 303-595-0941South Englewood Sanitation District #1 303-797-6200Southgate Sanitation District 303-779-0261

YOUTHevents Visit WWW.GREENWOODVILLAGE.COM/REGISTRATION

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REGISTER NOW FOR ALL YOUTH ART AND RECREATION PROGRAMS!For more information about youth art and recreation programs or to register call the Arts and Recreation Division at 303-486-5773.


ART IN THE PARKJourney to Silo Park this summer to create unique hands-onart projects. Each program teaches participants about adifferent art medium and technique that will be used indesigning and constructing the art project. For all activities please wear sneakers and clothes that canget dirty. Join us for one day or several to create and play!

Day and Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 11 through August 8

Time: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.Location: Silo Park, 9300 East Orchard RoadAges: 6 to 10 years oldFee: $20 per day (Fee includes all supplies, t-shirt and snack)Limit: 40 participants per day

Thursday, July 11 Mural MastersTuesday, July 16 BejeweledThursday, July 18 Crayons, Colored Pencils and

Pastels, Oh My!Tuesday, August 6 Giddy Up!Thursday, August 8 We All Scream for Ice Cream!

MINI ART MASTERSThis fun hands-on art program combines art with history.Discover and learn about famous artists throughout historyand their masterpieces! Participants will recreate famous worksof art based on the styles of the artists and the mediums usedto create the artwork.

TWO Mini Art Masters programs will be offered onMondays. Join us for the full day or just half the day. Ifparticipating in both the morning and afternoon program,please bring a sack lunch. Also make sure to wear sneakersand clothes that can get dirty. Please join us for a fun day oflearning about art history!

Day and Time: Mondays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Dates: June 17, 24, July 15, August 5NEW Location: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center

2349 East Orchard RoadAges: 7 to 12 years oldFee: $20 for each Mini Art Masters program

(all supplies included)Limit: 20 participants per program

Monday, July 1510 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cutouts with Matisse12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Scream with Munch

Monday, August 510 a.m. to 12 p.m. Block Prints with Hokusai12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Animals with Marc

Register online at www.greenwoodvillage.com/registration.

For more information call theArts and Recreation Division at 303-486-5773.

SAVE THE DATE Sunday, September 22 • Beginning at 8 a.m.

Cutouts with Matisse Scream with Munch Block Prints with Hokusai Animals with Marc

ARTevents CURTIS ARTS & HUMANITIES CENTERGALLERY HOURS

Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

CURTIS ARTS & HUMANITIES CENTER • 2349 EAST ORCHARD ROAD, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80121 • 303-797-1779


HARMONIKATS PERFORM

Music is the universal language thatspeaks to everyone. The GreenwoodVlillage HarmoniKats, directed by GildaShapiro, entertain Clayton ElementarySchool children. The HarmoniKatsstudy at the Curtis Art Center everyMonday at 11 a.m. To join, you don’thave to know music, just bring a Cnote harmonica and have fun. It’s free.

Gilda Shapiro, harmonica instructorA captive audience at Clayton Elementary School.

ARCHITECTURE: THE FIRST ARTArchitects designthe space aroundus that we live in,which not onlyshape us butshape a city. It’s achallengingprofession, whichincludes all theelements ofdesign, art andconstruction.

Today, challenges include new environmental conditions. Butat the Curtis Center, architects take a holiday and create theirown images on canvas or paper and join the artists’ world.

The exhibit continues through July 12, with a paneldiscussion at 6:30 p.m. on July 10.

For kids “The Great city:Aerial View ofGreenwoodVillage” will becreated on June 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All events arefree.

Sarah Yoon, left, facilitator for “The GreatCity Aerial View of Greenwood Village.”

Mayor Ron Rakowsky with GreenwoodVillage residents Architect Nancy Quayle,center, and Kim Tiepmin.


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SATURDAY, JULY 27, 2013 2-9:45 P.M. • VILLAGE GREENS PARK

Tickets and Parking Passes Available at City Hall • July 8-25

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:Carnival rides, hands-on art, bungee trampolines, climbing wall,pre-school activities, inflatables, RC Cars, airplanes, helicopters,face painting, Fire Department, Police Department, and more…

Ropes Course, Zip Line and Adult ArtFood Available for Purchase from 4-9 p.m.

Concerts and Fireworks: 6-7 p.m. Carte Noir • 8:15-9:15 p.m. TunisiaDirectly Following: Fireworks Display

Raindate: Concert and Fireworks • Sunday, July 28Gate opens at 7 p.m. • Concert begins at 8:15 p.m.

A special event for the residents of Greenwood Village • 303-486-5766

SAVE THE DATE BARK FOR ARTSaturday, September 28Westlands Park8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Greenwood Village Arts andHumanities Council proudlyannounces the 2nd annual fundraiserdog walk and art festivities.

For more information call GVAHCmember Deirdre at 303-263-9283.

Thank you generous sponsors!Kuni Lexus of Greenwood VillageCity of Greenwood VillageHanna DesignJohn Madden

and TheMaddenMuseum of Art

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wonderful good samaritan

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