August 2009 - Homestead in the Willows

Homestead in the Willows
Homestead Herald
AUGUST 2009
Volume 33, # 8
A Covenant Controlled Community for the Benefit of All
CO1TE1TS:
ACC............................ 21
Arapahoe Cnty............ 39
CCSD News................ 21
CO1GRATULATIO1S HURRICA1ES!!
The Homestead Hurricane Swim Team took 2nd place in the Rocky
Mountain Swim League. See page 3 for individual awards.
Centennial............. 35, 37
Classifieds................... 23
OVERWHELMED LIFEGUARDS!
Community News ....... 20
Lately our lifeguards have had to cope with residents bringing
groups of 12 or more to the pool without any advance notice. Homestead’s policy for parties at the pool during regular open hours is if
you plan to have 12 or more friends to any of our pools, we must
know in advance because we must hire additional guards to ensure the safety of those swimming and allow only one such
group at a time to avoid overcrowding. Whenever you want to
host a few friends at the pool at the pool, it would be a courtesy to
notify the pool in advance. See page 17 for the policy guidelines.
For Sale/Rent .............. 23
Minutes ......................... 6
Landscape ................... 11
Library ........................ 27
Policy.......................... 13
Services....................... 25
South Suburban........... 35
Swim Team................... 3
Teen Services.............. 29
Tennis ........................... 9
FOU1D: 2 sets of car keys. One is a plain metal ring with a Honda
key and a door key attached. The second has a cobalt blue caribiner
clip with flashlight, a Ford key and several other door keys. Please
call the Business Office at 303-793-0230 to claim.
1ext Regular
Board Meeting
6:30pm
August 11, 2009
West Pool Office
THE SEPTEMBER
HERALD DEADLI1E
IS
AUGUST 14TH
ASSOCIATION
NEWS
SEPTEMBER HERALD
DEADLINE IS
AUGUST 14TH
BOARD MEETI1G
The next regular Board of Directors meeting for
community input and manager’s reports will be
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
West Pool Office, 6:30 pm
Mark your calendars now. The board meetings are
open to all Homeowners.
BOARD MEETI1G MI1UTES: In an effort to provide timely Board information to the Membership,
U1OFFICIAL MI1UTES of each Board meeting
will be published in the next issue of the Herald. Official, Approved copies of all Minutes will be on file and
available at the Association Office.
REPORTS TO THE ASSOCIATIO1 When
an Association member wishes to report observed
problems or any concerns or helpful ideas pertaining
to the assigned areas of responsibility of the Architectural Control and Design Review Committee, Landscape, Pools, or Business Office, please, when you
call and leave a message on the answering machine,
include your name and telephone number so that we
may return your call. We cannot act on any call
when the caller is not identified. Thank you for
your help.
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BUSINESS OFFICE HOURS
5896 E. Geddes Ave.
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
9:00am — 3:00pm
Phone: 303-793-0230
Fax:
303-793-0109
www.homesteadinthewillows.org
MA1AGERS:
Business Office
Landscape
Tennis
Pool
Katie Kidwell
Nancy Bauer
Sheila Tuitele
Jaylene Jones
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
President
Kate Botkin
Vice Pres.
Christopher Molke
Secretary
Scott Lenamond
Treasurer
Reed Richardson
Member at
Chris Raab
Large
303-793-0230
303-740-8226
303-771-4765
303-617-0221
303-773-2512
303-997-6857
303-793-0230
303-997-4176
720-427-6799
crab@mac.com
COMMITTEES:
Cencon Rep.
Chris Raab
720-427-6799
Architectural Control/Design Review
Tennis
MOVI1G FROM HOMESTEAD? If you move
from Homestead and retain ownership of your home, it
is your responsibility to pay the Homeowners dues.
Remember: Please notify the Business office of your
new address. Dues are always due March 1st. If you
are a Renter, you should forward all notices to the
Homeowner.
HOMESTEAD HERALD is published monthly for
residents of Homestead in the Willows. The Business
Office is located at 5896 E. Geddes Ave., (West Pool
House) Centennial, CO 80112. News items or advertisements must be submitted by the 15th of the month
prior to publication. Deliver or mail to Business
Office. Call 303-793-0230 for commercial rates, ad
sizes or other information.
Thank you to all Homestead Hurricanes coaches, swimmers, their parents, our wonderful volunteer chair people, and
the entire Homestead Community for helping to make this another great swim season for our children. We are grateful for everyone’s support in creating a positive neighborhood swimming experience for our children.
The following age groups took 1st Place in the division:
- 6 and Under Boys
- 7-8 Girls
- 13-14 Girls
- 15-18 Boys
Congratulations to the following Special Award Winners:
Age Group
6&Under Girls
6&U boys
7-8 Girls
7-8 Boys
9-10 Girls
9-10 Boys
11-12 Girls
11-12 Boys
13-14 Girls
13-14 Boys
15-18 Girls
15-18 Boys
Spirit of Homestead
Morgan Rewerts
Zach Haines
Sarah Schmahl
Ryan Concklin
Molly Cutter
Wayles Concklin
Emma Sanning
Brady Zerr
Lauren Buckley
Kyle Wiese
Ellen Clark
Sean DesMarteau
High Point
Monica Karlberg
Aidan Burke
Katie Steele
Connor Terrell
Addison Cantor
Nick Brill
Caroline Perry
Sam Coffman
Bryn Larson
David Hartley
Gretchen Cohen
Ryan Hellman
Most Improved
n/a
n/a
Brooke Schmidt
Will Frommelt
Helayna Molke
Christian Winder
Emily Patston
Adam Yarian
Erin Watson
Aaron Marfizo
Melissa Norrish
Karsten Hanlin
Mark Sessoms Award Winners: Mike Sellers, Ryan Hellman, and Kathleen Calkins!
Please join us in welcoming your 2010 Parent Representatives- Betsy and Pat Plank and Shelley and Matt Brill.
Your 2009 Parent Reps,
Jen and Chris Sanning
Deb and Matt Haines
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HOMESTEAD I1 THE WILLOWS HOMEOW1ERS ASSOCIATIO1
Regular Board Meeting July 14, 2009 – Unofficial Minutes
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. by Board President, Kate Botkin. Other Board
Members present were Christopher Molke and Chris Raab. Reed Richardson attended via conference call. Also present were Pool Manager, Jaylene Jones, with associates Jen Schulz and Lauren Kordupleski; Business Manager, Katie
Kidwell; Landscape Manager, Nancy Bauer; CENCON Rep, Chris Raab; and Swim Team Parent Representative Pat
Plank. Homeowner Becky Seaman also attended a portion of the meeting.
MI1UTES: The minutes of the June 2009 regular Board Meeting, were approved as read.
SWIM TEAM: Parent Rep, Patrick Plank, announced that the Homestead Hurricanes took 2nd place in the Rocky
Mountain Swim League (RMSL) finals. The team had a very successful season and the parent representatives were
pleased with the professional manner in which the coaches conducted themselves. Pool Manager, Jaylene Jones,
mentioned that the RMSL uses the Homestead Hurricanes as an example to new teams as to how to organize and run
a successful swim team. Despite extensive preparations, parking in the neighborhood during Prelims was slightly
problematic. There was some discussion about contacting the City of Centennial to purchase a parking permit for the
2010 season. The Board asked how the Swim Team money would be accounted for under the HOA accounting system now that the Swim Team was a formal committee of the HOA Board. Business Manager, Katie Kidwell, would
ask the association auditors, Brashier & Foss. The Board confirmed that no Homeowner dues other than the usual
annual contribution would go toward funding the swim team.
CE1CO1: CENCON Rep, Chris Raab, reported that the Arapahoe County Sheriff would run a Victim’s Assistance
Academy at the end of August for 10 weeks. Upon completion attendees would commit to working 2 days monthly.
Library fines increased on July 1st from 10 to 20 cents per day. Candace Bott from the City of Centennial, would be
willing to speak to HOA’s about coyotes. Arapahoe Road would be widened under the I-25 interchange. Construction to begin in September with completion by June, 2010.
FI1A1CIAL REPORT: Treasurer, Reed Richardson, reported that expenses remained under budget for most categories in June. Typically July and August report the heaviest expenses due to the operation of the pools and watering
of the greenbelts. Kate Botkin noted that we were over budget in some expense accounts and would have to increase
some categories for 2010.
HOMEOW1ER COMME1TS: Homeowner and former Tennis Manager, Becky Seaman approached the Board
about the condition of the tennis courts and asked if there could be access to the pool restrooms during non-pool
hours.
MA1AGER REPORTS
1. POOL: Pool Manager, Jaylene Jones, reported that the underwater lights at the South Pool kept malfunctioning due to the in ground junction boxes for the wiring. She requested funds to have the junction boxes
elevated above ground so the wiring won’t get wet. She received an estimate of $1000 to fix the problem.
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Member at Large, Chris Raab, moved and Vice President, Christopher Molke, seconded that the board approve the expense. The motion passed unanimously. Jaylene also reported that her staff has heard some
frustration about a perceived monopoly by the Swim Team of the North Pool during the Swim Team season. The Board responded that they would consider how best to balance the needs of the Swim Team and
the community prior to the next season. Christopher Molke reported that recycling at the pools had gone
well and several positive comments had been received. There was a brief discussion about the noise from
amplified music at parties at the pools as it sometimes went beyond 10pm. It was decided that amplified
music would have to stop at 9:30pm as a courtesy to the homeowners who surround the pools.
LANDSCAPE: Landscape Manager, Nancy Bauer, reported that sprinkler renovation to zones 7 – 10 along
Homestead Parkway was completed. We now had a much more efficient system that puts out the same
amount of water over a longer period of time so the water is absorbed on the slopes with less run off and we
have pressure regulators. The City of Centennial still had not committed to supporting the Arapahoe Road
Greenbelt Design; however, at a recent meeting about the project they told Nancy that the Homestead in the
Willows HOA was the most proactive in the city. Sod along Homestead Parkway would be installed where
necessary and mulch would be added around the trees. Xcel Energy identified 18 trees as incompatible
with the power lines. They planned to remove nine this year and nine in 2011. Because Xcel had agreed to
grind the stumps and remove the wood for any tree removed in 2009, Nancy will ask that they remove all
incompatible trees in 2009 to save the Association the considerable cost of stump grinding and wood removal in 2011.
TENNIS: Tennis Manager, Sheila Tuitele, submitted a written report. Crack repair had been completed
and there were several new USTA/CTA adult leagues formed. Youth lesson participation was lower than
last year, but that trend was consistent with other neighborhoods in the area. Tennis schedules, news, rules
and information was now available on the HOA website.
BUSINESS: Business Manager, Katie Kidwell reported that follow-up letters to those homeowners who
had not responded to the original Covenant Review Task Force letters had been sent. Bids had been received from three contractors for various repairs necessary on the three pool buildings. Katie would review
the bids with Reed and select a contractor to begin work. An Eagle Scout had proposed to repair the yellow
sandwich boards used to advertise neighborhood events and would proceed on August 8, 2009. Kate Botkin asked Katie to talk to the Association bank regarding possible alternate ways to collect HOA dues for
2010.
OLD BUSI1ESS: Kate Botkin asked if there was any discussion regarding the revised Covenant Enforcement
Policy and Procedures document that combined the Notice, Hearing and Enforcement Policy and Procedures and
ACC Policy. There was none. Chris Raab moved and Christopher Molke seconded that the Covenant Enforcement Policy and Procedures document be approved as written. The motion passed unanimously. An inventory
of the existing pool furniture was conducted by Chris Raab. Out of 224 chairs, 38 need repair or replacement.
Chris investigated the cost of replacing furniture and the possibility of repair. To replace all the furniture in one
year would cost approximately $18,000. Chris suggested phasing in the replacement at a cost of $8,000 per year
over three years. Strapping could be purchased to replace missing straps. The board decided to purchase a roll
of strapping to see if repairing some of the furniture was viable. Unfortunately, new chairs cannot be delivered
before the close of the 2009 season, so this item would be budgeted for 2010. Chris also investigated the bulge
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in the wall at the south pool tennis courts. LERenner Sport Surfaces would dismantle the wall in late fall to determine the cause of the bulge and repair the wall.
1EW BUSI1ESS: Community Liaison, Christopher Molke, suggested the idea of facilitating a Business Round
Table as a service to the community. The goal of a Business Round Table would be to meet other resident professional’s and learn the services they offer through their businesses. It would allow more interaction within the
community and the opportunity to do business locally. The Board encouraged Chris to pursue the project. Kate
Botkin reported that the condition of the street lights throughout Homestead would not improve. The streetlights
were installed by Xcel Energy and maintained by the City of Centennial. Despite peeling paint and the exposure of the fiberglass base, the City would not repaint them because they have no funds to do so.
ADJOUR1ME1T A1D CALE1DARI1G: The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m. The next regular Board
Meeting will be on Tuesday, August 11th at 6:30pm at the Business Office.
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Homestead in the Willows HOA
Tennis Master Court Schedule - August 2009
( Sub ject to change. Changes? Contact Sheila Tuitele at 303-771-4765 or sheilatuitele@yahoo.com.
North Courts
Monday
Monday
Tuesday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Wednesday
Wednesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Friday
Saturday
CTA Women's 3.0 Summer Daytime (Sutherland,
9:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. McGrath)
CTA Adult Women's 3.5 Twilight League (Nieto); AND
5:45 – 9:00 p.m.
CTA Adult Women's 2.5 Twilight League (Nicknish)
8:15 – 11:15 a.m.
Junior Instruction
CTA Adult Men's 4.0 Twilight Leagues (Bell, Fast,
5:45 – 9:00 p.m.
Miranda)
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Junior Instruction
10 a.m. – 12:00 noon Junior Team Tennis Practice
9:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. CTA Women's 3.5 Summer Daytime (Nieto)
CTA Adult Women's 3.0 Twilight League (McGrath,
5:45 – 9:00 p.m.
Sutherland)
8:00 – 11:15 a.m.
Junior Instruction
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Junior Instruction
10 a.m. –12:00 noon Junior Team Tennis Practice
8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Men’s USA 4.0 Practice
Courts 1-4
Courts 1-4
Courts 1-4
Courts 1-4
Courts 1-2
Courts 1-2
Courts 3-4
Courts 1-4
Courts 1-4
Courts 1-4
Courts 1-4
Courts 1-2
South Courts
8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Monday
Courts 1-2
Monday
Courts 1-2
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Sunday
Women’s 3.0 Homestead (Edmiston)
CTA Adult Women's 3.5 Twilight League (Nieto); AND
5:45 - 9:00 p.m.
CTA Adult Women's 2.5 Twilight League (Nicknish)
CTA Adult Men's 4.0 Twilight Leagues (Bell, Fast,
5:45 – 9:00 p.m.
Miranda)
9:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. CTA Women's 3.5 Summer Daytime (Nieto)
8:30-10:30 a.m.
Women's practice (Rayle)
8 - 10 a.m.
Women's practice (Seamon)
2:30 - 4 p.m.
USTA Adult Women's 2.5 practice (Nicknish)
Courts 1-2
Courts 1-2
Courts 1-2
Courts 1-2
Courts 1-2
West Courts
Monday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Saturday
CTA Women's 3.0 Summer Daytime (Sutherland,
9:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. McGrath)
CTA Adult Women's 3.5 Twilight League (Nieto); AND
5:45 - 9:00 p.m.
CTA Adult Women's 2.5 Twilight League (Nicknish)
CTA Adult Men's 4.0 Twilight Leagues (Bell, Fast,
5:45 – 9:00 p.m.
Miranda)
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Women’s 4.0 Homestead (Mossman)
USTA Mixed Doubles 7.0 practice (Heppard)
1:30-3:30 p.m.
Courts 1-2
Courts 1-2
Courts 1-2
Courts 1-2
Courts 1-2
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Landscape Logic
Nancy Bauer
August Quick Gardening Tips
*Last month to fertilize roses. Get this done by August
15th.
*Powdery mildew can be a problem for roses, lilacs,
columbine, asters, and turf. Restrict late day overhead
watering by watering before noon to allow plant material to dry out.
*Weed your garden frequently. Watch to see that
weeds do not grow so large that they drop seeds!!
*Add some mulch to trees and shrubs beds. Mulch
reduces evaporation from the soil into the air and also
keeps the soil slightly cooler.
Hail Damage
Hail damage is an ongoing concern for Colorado gardeners. Flowering annuals with no leaves may not
recover after a hail storm. Plants, such as petunias that
require deadheading, may survive if some leaves remain. Clean-up and a light application of fertilizer may
help them recover.
Perennials stripped of leaves need to have good root
and top growth for winter hardiness and spring vigor.
Remove all flower stalks, cut back to viable leaves,
lightly cultivate the soil, and apply a light dressing of
low-nitrogen fertilizer.
Inspect woody plants for wounds and exposed live
tissue. If severe wounds exist you may want to treat
the plant with a fungicide to help prevent canker diseases. Application should occur with in 24 hours. If
wounds are less sever, allow natural callusing to occur.
Deadhead to Keep Plants Blooming
For most popular plants, blooming can be prolonged
with prompt deadheading (removing spent blooms). If
the plant is allowed to form seed, it stops blooming or
may even die, having done its reproductive role for the
season. In general, cut the flower back to the next bud
or set of leaves.
Deadheading will also encourage additional root growth
during the season, as energy is diverted from seed formation.
Some flowers that benefit from deadheading include
aster, black-eyed Susan, bleeding heart, chrysanthemum,
blanket flower, salvia, pansies and petunias.
Lawns
As we move into August our hot and dry conditions here
in Colorado continue which in turn challenges us with
keeping our lawns looking green, weed free and healthy.
Lawns that suffer drought stress risk having broadleaf
weeds, grassy weeds, disease and insect pressures. Pay
particular attention to areas in full sun, or on south or
western facing slopes.
What are signs of a drought stressed lawn?
*Wilting appearance which will often show up in the
same location
*Footprints or lawn mower tracts that remain in the lawn
at least one half hour after the mowing
*The turf is turning a shade of blue-grey
*Brown spots/areas
What can you do to prevent drought stress?
*If you have a sprinkler system, make sure the heads are
properly operating and are providing adequate coverage.
Sometimes heads can get out of alignment, become
clogged or even possibly be broken.
*Water our lawn between 10 pm-6 am this is the period
of time when it is typically cooler, less windy and the
humidity is higher so evaporation losses are less.
*For brown spot areas extra watering can be beneficial
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Policy Notice – “Covenant Enforcement Policy and Procedures”
adopted July 2009
In reviewing our policies, we found that two separate policies addressed fines and liens related to covenant enforcement issues. The “Notice, Hearing and Enforcement Policy” adopted in November 2005 related to property use and
maintenance violations and the “Architectural Control Committee Policy” adopted in February 2008 related to architectural change violations. With our attorney’s assistance, the two separate policies have been combined into one
making the distinctions and fine schedules more clear. The notices and hearing process is the same for both.
Having clear policies helps ensure that with each Board, the Association’s business of maintaining our community’s
property and assets is conducted in a consistent, equitable, and transparent manner.
Homestead in the Willows Homeowners Association, Inc.
Covenant Enforcement Policy and Procedures
Adopted July 14, 2009
Purpose: Sanford Homes established Homestead-in-the-Willows Homeowners Association (HOA) as a covenant
controlled community. The Board of Directors of Homestead has an obligation to enforce our HOA covenant restrictions under Colorado law as well as a fiduciary responsibility to the community in regard to covenant enforcement.
Among other things, enforcing the covenant restrictions helps preserve the architectural and visual quality of the community thereby helping protect the property values.
The Board of Directors has the authority and duty, as set forth in our HOA Rules, Regulations, Policies, Procedures,
Resolutions, Guidelines, Declarations, Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation (Governing Documents), to hear and
make decisions regarding covenant violations, to include written complaints filed with the Board in accordance with
the Association’s Governing Documents. The Board may determine enforcement action on a case-by-case basis and
take other action as it may consider necessary and appropriate to assure compliance with the HOA Governing Documents and to create a safe and harmonious living environment.
The Architectural Control Committee (ACC), a committee appointed by the Homestead Board of Directors, has the
authority and duty to review Homeowner Architectural Change Requests. The ACC makes decisions and recommendations regarding the requests, and approves or denies requests based on our published HOA Governing Documents,
including our Residential Improvement Guidelines and the ACC’s interpretation of all applicable HOA documents
available to all residents at our management office.
Once a Homeowner’s project is completed, the ACC may inspect the project for compliance and if it does not comply
with the original application, the ACC may require the Homeowner to make changes or impose a fine for violation of
the covenants or both. Should a Homeowner proceed in spite of an ACC denial or disapproval, the matter will go
before the Board for covenant enforcement. Additionally, should a Homeowner ignore the ACC process entirely and
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make architectural changes that violate the covenants, the matter will go before the Board for covenant enforcement.
These enforcement provisions may be in addition to other specific provisions as outlined in our HOA Governing
Documents. The Association may choose a legal remedy or seek assistance from other enforcement authorities, such
as police, fire, or animal control, as the Board considers it to be appropriate.
Steps in the enforcement of the Governing Documents
1. Initial Complaint -- An ACC complaint may be initiated by a Homeowner or a member of the Board, the Architectural Control Committee or Community Covenant Taskforce. No written complaint is necessary if the enforcement is a part of the Architectural Change Request process
A written complaint may be initiated by a Homeowner with a letter or “Possible Covenant Violation” form. Any
complaint must be signed. When the complaint is received at the HOA office, it is dated and forwarded to a Board
member for investigation.
2. Investigation -- An assigned Board member may investigate the complaint through a visual inspection and in
order to determine if the covenants have been violated. If a violation is substantiated, the affected Homeowner will
be notified by a First Written Notice Letter.
Since the Board, ACC and Community Covenant Taskforce have knowledge of the covenants, a visual inspection
by a Board member may not be necessary.
3. First Written 1otice -- The First Written Notice Letter will be sent by the HOA via prepaid, first class, US
mail to the mailing address of the Homeowner appearing on the HOA records. The notice will advise the Homeowner of:
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The details of the complaint including the covenant violation.
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Specific action that must be taken within a specified timeframe appropriate to the violation.
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The Homeowner’s right to call with any questions.
4.
Follow Up -- After the allotted timeframe for resolving the ACC complaint, a Board member will complete a
visual inspection to verify if the Homeowner has complied and taken the appropriate action to resolve the complaint. If the Homeowner has, the matter will be closed.
5. Second Written 1otice -- If after the allotted timeframe, the Homeowner has not taken appropriate action, a
second written notice will be sent by the HOA by prepaid, first class, US mail addressed to the Homeowner. This
notice will advise the Homeowner of:
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The First Written Notice having been sent with the details of the complaint.
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The complaint status--still unresolved--and if it remains unresolved will constitute a punishable violation.
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The Homeowner’s right to be heard, either orally or in writing, by the Board either at the next meeting of
the Board or a separate meeting, the date, time and location mutually agreed to.
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Any action that may be taken.
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Failure to respond to the complaint will result in the Board proceeding at its discretion to assess a fine.
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6. Hearing -- If a hearing is requested, each hearing will be held at a scheduled time, place and date which is at
least 15 days after the date of the notice. The Board may grant postponement(s) for good cause. The Board may:
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Exercise its discretion as to the specific manner in which a hearing will be conducted;
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Question witnesses and review evidence.
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Take action it considers appropriate to permit the Board to reach a just decision.
Neither the Homeowner nor the Complainant must be in attendance at the hearing. Action taken by the Board shall
be fair and reasonable taking into consideration all of the relevant facts and circumstances. Each hearing will be open
to attendance by all Members of the Association. If the Homeowner fails to respond to the scheduled hearing, the
Board may determine this failure to respond or appear constitutes a no-contest plea to the complaint, and enforce the
provisions of the Governing Documents.
7. Decision -- If the Homeowner appears at the hearing, after all testimony and other evidence has been presented
to the Board, the Board shall deliberate and render its decision(s) taking into consideration all of the relevant
facts and circumstances. The Board’s decision will be effective ten (10) days after the hearing.
Enforcement and Attorney’s Fees--The provisions of these Policies and Procedures will not limit or be a condition
precedent to the Association’s right to enforce the Governing Documents by any means available to the Association,
including, but not limited to, initiation of a lawsuit to force compliance, injunctive relief, or damages. The Association is entitled to reimbursement of all attorney’s fees and costs incurred by the Association in connection with any
enforcement action, including any proceeding under these Policies and Procedures.
Without limiting the Association’s remedies under the Governing Documents, the Association may assess fines
and suspend membership privileges in accordance with our HOA Policies, Procedures, and Governing Documents. If
the violation involves damage to the Association property, the violator will pay the costs of repair or replacement.
The Board may revoke or suspend the violator’s HOA privileges for a period of time as appropriate and consistent
with the offense, except that any suspension of voting rights of a Member on this issue will not exceed 60 days unless
such violation continues, in which case the voting rights suspension may continue for so long as such violation continues and for up to 60 days after the violation has ceased.
Fines/Sanctions— Due to the significant impact that ACC changes can have on the overall community, a separate
fine schedule is used for violations regarding the ACC process.
Property Use and Maintenance Violation Fines
Fines may be charged and accrue for a violation of the Governing Documents every 30 days as follows:
First fine assessment
Second fine assessment
Third fine assessment
Fixed Fine Amount
$100
$150
$200
After the third fine assessment, the next step will be to impose a lien on the property.
A Homeowner who accumulates the full amount of three fine assessments within a 12-month period will be considered to
be a habitual delinquent. Without limiting the Board’s ability to fine or suspend membership privileges in accordance
with these Policies and Procedures, continuing violations and violators will be subject to the maximum fine and
suspension of membership privileges as determined by the Board.
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ACC Violation Fines
1. Architectural changes made without application.
$500 Maximum Fine
2. Finished project does not comply with submitted Architectural Change Application and the Homeowner
is required to change whatever aspect does not comply.
$1000 Maximum Fine
3. Architectural changes made without application, deemed to be in violation according to ACC, and the Homeowner is
required to change whatever aspect does not comply.
$1500 Maximum Fine
4. Architectural changes made after Application denied and the Homeowner is required to change whatever
aspect does not comply.
$1500 Maximum Fine
Fines are to be assessed on a basis comparable to the violation, for example, a maximum fine could be
assessed on a major house or property addition.
Violators will have 90 days to bring changes into compliance or remedy by mutual agreement of ACC,
the HOA Board and Homeowner. After such time, the next step will be to impose a lien on the property.
In the event of a determination by the Board of a willful, wanton or flagrant disregard for the provisions of the Governing Documents, or based on the severity of any violation, the Board may impose such additional fines as are
deemed reasonable by the Board without regard to the schedules outlined above.
The Owner of record of the real estate subject to the Declaration will have the primary obligation to pay fines imposed for their actions and actions of their tenants, family members, and guests. Fines imposed in accordance with
these enforcement policies and procedures will become an Assessment imposed against the record Owner’s real estate
and enforceable as provided in the Governing Documents.
Violations or Offenses that constitute a Present Danger -- If, in its sole discretion, the Board deems that any violation is or may be an immediate or substantial threat to the health, safety or welfare of the community or an individual,
the Board may impose any appropriate sanction as necessary to abate the threat to health, safety or welfare of the
community or individual without prior compliance with the steps outlined above.
Modification – The Board reserves the right, from time to time, to amend or repeal these Policies and Procedures,
subject to any limitations placed on the Board in the Governing Documents or by law.
Provisions -- Failure by the Association to enforce any provision of these Policies and Procedures will not be considered a waiver of the right to do so afterward.
The provisions of these Policies and Procedures will be independent and severable. The invalidity of any one or more
of the provisions by judgment or court order or decree will in no way affect the validity or enforceability of any of the
other provisions, which other provisions will remain in full force and effect.
As used within this document, the term “Board” will include any tribunal or committee appointed by the Board consistent with the Governing Documents and Colorado law.
Homestead in the Willows Homeowners Association, Inc.
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HOMESTEAD POOL “PARTY” GUIDELI1ES
(Parties During Regular Open Hours)
REASO1 FOR THIS POLICY: To foster a SAFE and fun atmosphere at our pools.
1. Advance 1otice, SEVE1 DAYS. Our Pool Manager, Front Range Recreation, must have seven days advance notice of your request to bring an organized group or party to our pools during regular pool hours. This is
a request for sharing the use of a pool during regular hours. One party at a time will be allowed. Reservation
forms are online at www.frontrangerecreation.com.
2. Cost of Lifeguards. Parties during regular open hours, with at least 12 people swimming, will be charged
$22/hour to cover the cost of an additional guard.
3. 1umber of People. We consider a “Party” to be any organized group (scouts, athletic teams, birthday parties, etc.) or an “organized” gathering between 10-20 people. If more than 20 are anticipated, your event needs
to be scheduled as a PRIVATE POOL PARTY after regular hours. Private parties are scheduled through the
Business Office.
4. Tube 1ights and Barbeque 1ights. For reasons of safety these parties during regular open hours cannot be
permitted at a pool’s Tube Nights. Parties during barbeque night will be at the discretion of the Pool Manager.
5. Overcrowding. As is always the case, our lifeguards have complete discretion on safety decisions. Therefore, our guards may make crowd control decisions for “open hour” parties, even if scheduled in advance. This
decision may be made if the lifeguard feels that safety may be compromised due to the number of people at the
pool.
6. Courtesy and Clean Up. Generally your Party can use up to two tables and a moderate number of chairs to
go with them. Please be considerate of other pool users. The person or group hosting the party is responsible
for clean-up; it is not the responsibility of the lifeguards to pick up after your party. If your trash (party accessories, decorations, food, cake, ice cream, repositioning the table and chairs, etc.) is not cleaned up, there will be a
chrge of $25. Check with the guard to see if you have left your area satisfactorily.
Revised 10/03
S UM MER T UTOR
Kate Arnold
Certified Teacher
All Elementary Subject Areas and Spanish
Phone: 303-549-6328
E-mail: KGArnold1@gmail.com
Homestead Resident
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L.E.A.P. Tutors
Reading, Writing, and Math Tutoring Services
Shari Wilkins
Certified Teacher, Grades 1-8
303-981-4474
leaptutors@yahoo.com
Learn to Excel and Achieve with Pride
Lindsay Williams @ Solera Salon
720-810-3814
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Facials
Lash & Brow Tinting
Microdermabrasion
Peels
* 20% off for new clients
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HOMESTEAD PLAYGROUPS
COMMUNITY
NEWS
For more information, please contac:
Age
Contact
Phone
Under 2
Jill Martini
303-459-2282
2-3 yr olds
A.K. Cotton
303-544-0996
3-4 yr olds
Marya Lunstedt
303-694-8829
Homestead PTCO
4-5 yr olds
Sara Winkler
303-713-9923
All Homestead residents are invited to a ParentTeacher-Community Organization (PTCO) general
meeting on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at 9:00
a.m. to hear a presentation by Federal Census Bureau
Representative Dana Batey. Ms. Batey will construct a
report on the National 2010 Census which is already
underway. Please come to the Homestead Elementary
School Cafeteria and enjoy coffee and pastries while
learning about an important and fascinating topic which
affects us all and our governments structure
and function. Please call Sue Kortz at 303-740-7459
with questions.
CALL TO REPORT
Eagle Waste Services
303-761-8387
(HOA Trash Co.—Pick-up day is Tuesday)
Airport Traffic Complaints
303-790-4709
Centennial City Services (24/7)
303-325-8000
Vandalism or Speeders
Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Dept.
303-795-4711
Street Light Problems
1-800-895-1999
Barking Dogs
Arapahoe County Animal Control
303-325-8070
Pot Holes
303-325-8000
Hazardous Waste Pick-up
1-800-449-7587
Graffiti
303-795-4711
Water Breaks
303-770-8625
Sewer Back-up’s
303-779-0261
Div. of Wildlife - Coyotes
303-291-7227
Alicia Thorne and Sue Kortz
HOMESTEAD COMMU1ITY
VOLU1TEERS 1EEDED
Our community needs volunteers. Volunteering is a
great way to learn more about our community, get to
know more neighbors and help keep our community
vibrant and beautiful.
Dumpster Days – We will schedule another Dumpster
Days for a Saturday in September and would like three
homeowner volunteers to be monitors. The dumpsters
are dropped off and monitors ensure that whatever is
being “dumped” is acceptable and that the dumpsters
don’t get overloaded. It will require a bit of coordinating up front and then being at the North Pool parking lot
the scheduled Saturday morning from 7:30 to approximately eleven am.
Please contact Katie at 303-793-0230 if interested.
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ARCHITECTURAL CHA1GE
COMMITTEE
Requests for ACC approval need to be submitted for
any exterior change to your house or property. Requests must be accompanied by samples. The committee needs to see a sample of your paint color or siding ,
and /or a brochure of your proposed window/door/
shutter which also describes the color and material. When requesting fence changes, sheds, accessory
buildings or play structures, please submit a drawing of
your yard showing where the fence or item will be installed and indicate the material, height and style of the
proposed fencing, shed or structure. Design Preferences
are published in the Colonial Aesthetic which is
available at the Business Office.
CHERRY CREEK SCHOOL NEWS
IMPORTA1T DATES FOR 2009-2010
CCHS Registration:
Aug 17 Seniors, Aug 18 Juniors
Aug 19 Sophomores, Aug 20 Freshmen
Get the Room of
Your Dreams
West Middle School Registration:
Aug 17th: 7th & 8th Grade, Aug 19th: 6th grade.
Aug 21st 6th Grade Orientation
First day of school, traditional calendar:
August 24, 2009
Fall Break - Oct. 26-30, 2009
Winter Break - Dec. 21, 2009 - Jan. 1, 2010
Spring Break - Mar. 29 - Apr. 2, 2010
THE ABC’S OF THE ACC
Attention Homeowners.:
A small revision to our architectural guidelines has occurred. If you are planning on painting your house, all
colors must be submitted to the ACC for approval. Our
Guidelines in the past have read that if you will be painting your home and the colors are the same as the Sanford
original colors, that no approval was necessary. To
avoid any confusion or costly expenses to homeowners,
we have changed this requiring approval for colors
any time a house is to be painted. Please keep in mind
that it is necessary to submit all exterior changes to the
ACC prior to starting a project. The ACC has made a
commitment to get these applications reviewed as soon
as possible so that homeowners can begin their improvements. Remember the ACC is here to assist homeowners and the community with interest of the neighborhood’s aesthetic beauty, property values, safety and welfare.
Call Today for your
consultation on any
Remodeling Design
OUTDOOR KITCHENS
BATHROOM SUITES
BASEMENT RENOVATIONS
ENTERTAINMENT CENTERS
GRANITE TOPS
DREAM KICHENS
Licensed & Insured
Craig Ogle
Remodel Specialist
303-422-7545
www.kitchen- masters.com
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CLASSIFIEDS:
FOR SALE OR RENT:
FOR SALE: Twenty-two Department 56 Christmas
pieces, still in boxes, plus two mountains. 50% off
2005 Greenbook Price Guide. Some pieces are retired
or discontinued. Call Patrick Clarke at 303-7715906(h) or 303-349-7453 ©.
FOR SALE: Attractive Westbury near south pool,
school. Newer furnace, a/c, carpeting, hardwood flooring, paint. Needs updating throughout $335,000. No
agents please!
Call Kit at 720-320-1518.
FOR SALE: Dollhouse, 3 story country Home, beautifully decorated with wallpaper, moldings and hardwood floors. No furnishings. Asking $200. Call
Mary at 720-524-2777 (w) or 303-770-6353 (h).
PERFECTIO1 O1 THE PARKWAY: Completely
updated inside and out. 4300 finished sq. ft. 6 bedroom
& 4 bath. Gourmet kitchen, Finished basement and private, lush backyard.
Call Sarabeth (agent) at 303-601-9836.
FOR SALE: Ethan Allen dark cherry Georgian court:
Glass-front cabinet ($945), matching bookcase ($845)
and end display piece ($450). Excellent condition.
Call 303-771-6582.
FOR SALE: Cherry dining table, two apron leaves,
pad for table. Two arm chairs, four side chairs. All
like new. $425. Call 303-770-1336.
FOR SALE: Full Sized Rainbow Jungle Gym – includes swings, slide, covered platform and more.
Great Condition, $400. Call Bill at 303-601-8729.
FOR SALE: Electronic music equipment – great for
bands and solo instrument amplification. Peavey 160
Supreme Head, Sound City 4X12 cabinet, $250 for
both or will sell separately. Fender 2150 2 channel
power Amp, $50. Peavey 115TLS Speaker, $100.
Peavey XR 600 Mixer-amp, $50. Everything in perfect working order – only selling because I’m living
out of the country.
Call Morgan’s at 303-770-2605.
FOR SALE: Charming home located on quiet cul de
sac in the East Ranch at Keystone Resort. Living and
dining room have vaulted ceilings. Kitchen has pine
cabinets, stainless appliances and wood floor. A large
deck off the living room is great for entertaining. Lower
level family room with walk-out access and additional
bedrooms. Nearby activities include skiing, swimming,
tennis and golf. Call Homestead Resident Ann Armstrong at 303-770-7122.
FOR SALE: Highly rated timeshare, Week #1 at Sandstone Creek Club Condominiums in Vail, CO. 2
bdrms/2 baths, sleeps 6. Perfect for skiing and/or trade
with RCI or Interval International. Only $7000. Call
George or Jean at 303-694-6518 or email
jsenkus@msn.com.
TOW1HOME I1 BRECKE1RIDGE. 3 bedroom, 3
bath, spacious home for rent. Close to town, right on bus
route and nestled within hiking trails. Private parking. $150 per night. Call (303) 549-3383.
FOR SALE: Willow Creek. Features Mountain view
and walkout. Finished basement goes to large backyard.
Upgraded, 5 bedroom.
Call Maureen, Agent/Owner, 303-514-6118.
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FOR SALE BY OW1ER: Westbury. Hardwood
Floors, skylight, custom cabinets, French doors, cul-desac, gardens, lifetime roof. New furnace, AC & water
heater. $389,000. No agents please.
Call 303-717-2525.
WANTED:
1EEDED: Garage to store car for a deployed
Naval Officer, August to February.
Call 303-770-0072.
Take the summer off! Relieve the stress and let the experts shop, quote
and packag e the most competitive insurance products for your home and
your business. For 12 years and now with the 135 agents, TAG-The Ahbe
Group has provided security and peace of mind to the families and business’ in the Rocky Mountain region.
We call it Local Agents—National Power. You’ll call it relief.
WA1TED TO BUY: Small dresser to refinish
and paint. Call 303-770-0072.
Bob K eavney 303-995-9834
bkeavney@tagins.net
WA1TED: Family of six looking for Putnam, Hamilton
or Manor in Homestead in the Willows. No buyer’s
agent. Please call 303-956-2125.
Registered Representative/Broker
Homestead Resident/15 yrs exp
Auto/Home/Umbrella
Commercial Insurance/Workers Comp/Liability
Group-Individual Health/Life/Disability
Retirement/IRAS/College Savings/401K
Securities offered by Sammom s Securiites Company Me mber of FINRA/SIP C
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Addressing the symptoms of Dyslexia
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Boulder, CO 80305
303-499-9729
information@summitrc.com
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Reading Center
7200 E. Dry Creek Rd., G-103
Centennial, CO 80112
303-221-1861
● www.summitreadingcenter.com
SERVICES
Advertising in the Homestead Herald does not constitute an
Association endorsement of services promoted. We strongly
recommend before using any service homeowners contact
references. Names listed have not been endorsed or evaluated in any way.
SEW O1 A1D SEW FORTH: Alterations, badges/
patches sewn on scout uniforms, karate, etc., zipper
replacements, some home décor (pillows, valances).
Good turnaround time.
Call Blair Sutfin at 303-906-9156.
K-8 TUTORI1G: (20 years experience) $15/hour.
In your home, at the library or school. Science, Social
Studies, Math. Call 303-547-5823.
FLORAL DESIG1 BY LI1DA: The perfect affordable choice for weddings & special occasions. Our
goal is to create a wonderful memory for you or someone special. Free consultations. Contact us at:
Linda@floraldesignbylinda.com
www.floraldesignbylinda.com.
GUITAR LESSO1S: “Get to know you” first lesson
FREE!. Experienced BA Music. Openings available
age 7 – adult. Call Mike at 303-416-0740.
CHILD CARE: Looking for high quality, licensed,
loving child care & full preschool program? 20 years
experience in Early Childhood education, Homestead
resident with excellent references & CO State report.
Call Lucie 303-694-4066.
SODERSTROM’S PROFESSIO1AL PAI1TI1G:
Specializing in residential homes Interior/ exterior Drywall Repair, Quality workmanship, Quality Materials In
Business 16 years. Insured. Call for a free estimate.
Dennis or Alan (303) 922-4441.
BIKE TU1E – UP, $59 Bike Mechanic will come to
you; NO DROP OFF NEEDED. 8 years experience.
Call Zach Griffith, 303-502-6000.
OFF THE WALL (WALLPAPER REMOVAL): 20
years experience. Call Betsy for a free estimate at
303-870-3110.
CHOOSI1G PAI1T COLORS? It’s expensive to
make a mistake. Call Interior Designer Barb Thacker for
color consulting – interior & exterior. 303-741-2103
BOB VESSA PLUMBI1G A1D HEATI1G: Located
at 1457 S. Pearl Street. Call 303-777-2136 for Plumbing, Heating, (New, Custom, Repairs, and Remodel) Hot
water heaters. Sprinkler sales and service. Humidifiers.
Replace and check sump pumps.
PIA1O LESSO1S: Experienced and certified teacher
with Bachelor of Music Ed. has openings for ages K-12,
referrals available upon request, competitive pricing. Call Gayle at 303-770-0861.
HAPPY HOU1DS A1D HORSES: Helen provides
your personal standard of care to your pets in their home
environment with seven years pet sitting experience and
certification in animal massage. Call 303-525-2026 or
e-mail happyhoundsandhorses@yahoo.com
24-YEAR OLD SITTER available for house-sitting,
pet sitting and over-night babysitting. Responsible and
outgoing. Would love opportunity to care for your home,
pets, and/or children while you are away.
Call Elizabeth Winsted at 303-829-0889.
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PAI1TI1G I1TERIORS & EXTERIORS BY
RYA1’S BRUSH SI1CE 1976: I do the work, less
overhead, great pricing. Free estimate and color consult,
plus faux finish. Dave Ryan at 303-688-6677.
PIA1O TU1I1G: Take NOTE! Don’t cover your
ears. Call Ed Howes Piano Company for tuning, repair
and concert rentals. Tuning info call 303-986-0867 or
303-987-8044 (residence).
PROFESSIO1AL CLEA1I1G SERVICE accepting
new clients. Reliable and thorough w/competitive rates.
Excellent references. Call Susan 303-794-6805.
TUTOR: Qualified teacher available for tutoring in all
subject areas. Long time Homestead resident. Flexible
hours. B.A. in Education and Chemistry. Teaching
certification K-12. Contact Jamie Martinez at 720201-7111.
RTR TREE SERVICE: Professional tree work done
by Certified Arborists: fine pruning, removals and stump
grinding. Free estimate. Call Wayne Ritter at 303-7081054.
MI1I-BLI1DS CLEA1ED: Windows cleaned inside
and out, 1st and 2nd story. Skylights and chandeliers too.
Screens cleaned free with windows. Bonded, insured.
Crystal Window Cleaning – Bill & Jerry 303-9224655.
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First Centennial Painting Management
Interior Exterior Painting
Shutter Replacement
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Neighborhood References
Insured
Experienced
Reliable
Call for Estimate – 720-935-6016
NEWS FOR HOMEOWNERS
From the Arapahoe Library District
The Tile Project
To celebrate the grand opening of the new Southglenn Library, the community is invited to participate in “The Tile Project” – a community art event and fundraiser for Arapahoe Library Friends
Foundation.
The result will be hundreds of brightly colored hand-painted tiles to cover the wall outside the concierge
lobby at the Streets at SouthGlenn retail center. This art wall will become a permanent display showcasing the talent
of child and adult artists who participate.
The tile painting days will be as follows:
Saturday, August 29, 10 am-1 pm and 1-4 pm;
September 12, 10 am-1 pm and 1-4 pm;
Saturday, September 19, 10 am-1 pm and 1-4 pm.
The 8x8-inch tiles will be sold for $25 each, and the number of tiles is limited. To reserve a tile, go to The
Tile Project website at www.southglenntileproject.arapahoelibraries.org or contact Nicolle Davies at 303-798-3021 or
ndavies@ald.lib.co.us.
When signing up, participants will be invited to reserve a preferred painting date and time. The tile painting
will take place at the new Southglenn Library, 6972 S. Vine Street, Centennial, Colorado. Painting times are filled on
a first-come, first-served basis. Tiles, paints and brushes will be supplied. All participants will receive a Tile Project tshirt and an invitation to The Tile Project unveiling this fall. The Tile Project is sponsored by Color Me Mine, a pottery painting studio that will have a location at the new Streets at SouthGlenn retail center.
For more information, contact Nicolle Davies at 303-798-3021 or ndavies@ald.lib.co.us. If you are interested in volunteering for The Tile Project, please contact Louise Richey at lrichey@ald.lib.co.us or 303-792-8999,
extension 19106.
Libraries on a Mission
The mission of the Arapahoe Library District reads: “We are dedicated to being the best public library for
the communities we serve by providing outstanding and personalized service to everyone seeking access to the world
of information and ideas.”
The following are examples from the libraries to help demonstrate the many unique ways the Library District is serving the community.
Marketing Help for Local Business Owners Several South Metro Chamber of Commerce members recently received help from Librarian Donna Keslin for their companies. Keslin showed a new business owner how to
find out how much households are spending on similar services in the area, as well as how to find property managers
and insurance agents. In addition, Keslin met one-on-one with a realtor, a financial advisor and a bank marketing
manager to help each of them learn about ways the library can help them grow and market their businesses.
Summer Reading School Visits Arapahoe Library District staff members visited area schools this past
spring, reaching thousands of kids throughout the Library District to let the children know about the upcoming Summer Reading Program and inviting them to participate.
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Resumé and Career Help
OptimalResumé™ and Learning Express Library are two databases available through the Arapahoe Library
District that offer invaluable help with managing resumés and building a career.
OptimalResumé will help you design a high-impact resumé that is interactive and gains interest from employers. It can also create resumés in several formats, including Microsoft Word® compatible, plain text, PDF and
HTML. In addition, you can manage an unlimited number of resumés, letters and portfolios. Finally, include your
resumé on your own professional website, which you can update, de-activate, and re-activate as your career progresses. Learning Express Library offers practice tests, exercises and skill-building courses, as well as information
about interviewing, business writing, networking and more.
These databases are available free of charge to Arapahoe Library District card holders through our website,
www.arapahoelibraries.org. Type the name of the database you are looking for into the “Search this Site” option.
Save the Date – Annual Used Book Sale
Mark your calendar for the 2009 Friends Annual Used Book Sale. This annual event will be held Thursday,
September 10 through Sunday, September 13 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly Street in Centennial. One of the largest in the area, the Friends Annual Used Book Sale boasts more than 40,000 books and other media. Volunteers are
needed throughout the weekend.
On Wednesday, September 9 from 6 pm-8:30 p.m. the Friends will host a Preview Sale for Friends members only. Friends memberships are available at a variety of levels starting at $15 for a senior or student, $20 for a
senior couple and $30 for an individual.
For more information on becoming a member of the Friends of the Arapahoe Library District or to volunteer for the
sale, please contact Louise Richey by emailing lrichey@ald.lib.co.us or phone 303-792-8999 ext. 19106.
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TEEN SERVICES
Advertising in the Homestead Herald does not constitute
an Association endorsement of services promoted. We
strongly recommend before using any service homeowners contact references. 1ames listed have not been endorsed or evaluated in any way.
1A11Y/BABYSITTER: 15½ year old – CPR
trained and Red Cross certified with 3 years experience. Mature and responsible. Great with babies. Let
me help you at the pool! References are available.
Call Ellen at 303-740-8183.
BABYSITTER: Responsible Life Boy Scout who is
great with kids. Red Cross babysitting & 1st Aid Certified. Call Jensen Handwork at 303-791-4233.
BABYSITTER: Looking for a responsible, fun, caring summer babysitter to entertain and care for your
kids this summer or nights out? If so, you have found
what you are looking for. CPR certified, Red Cross
trained, and very experienced. You won’t be disappointed!
Call Claire at 720-529-1778.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSO1S: CCHS Varsity swimmer and Homestead Hurricane since age 6 would love
to get your swimmer ready for the summer club season
or teach your little one to love the water. Red Cross
certified in CPR, lifeguarding and babysitting. References available. Call Gretchen at 303-941-0029.
BABYSITTER: Red Cross certified. 13 year old 7th
grader. I will play with your children, not just watch
TV while they play alone. References available. Call
303-941-0023 or 303-941-0024.
BABYSITTER/PETSITTER: Fun & responsible 13
yr. old, red Cross certified, honor roll student. Experienced with toddlers – 12 year olds and a wide variety
of pets.
Call Elizabeth O’Bryan at 303-779-3311.
BABYSITTER: Need a babysitter? Call me, Sarah Hellman, I have LOTS of experience with babysitting and I
am a responsible, mature, hard working 13 that would
love to help you. Please Call 303-582-4337, and leave a
message if there is no answer. Thanks!
LAW1 MOWI1G: Will & Ryan. $20/mow, $5/trim.
Call 303-591-6650.
BABYSITTER:
Red Cross Certified. Responsible,
caring, kids choice, and reliable. Experienced and loves
kids. I will make sure your children are having fun
while staying safe.
Call Kendall Hagar at 303-770-7008.
DAVID’S LAW1 MOWI1G /PET SITTI1G SERVICE: Reliable 16 yr. old will trim and mow lawns &
pet sit while you’re on vacation. Lawns can be mowed
all summer or vacation only.
Call David at 303-771-9958.
YOUR BEST LAW1: Reliable 18 & 15 yr. old brothers. We are around all summer long and have years of
mowing, aerating, & other lawn care experience. We
can provide weekly mowing service and are happy to do
other odd jobs!
Call Connor & Ryan McManus at 303-842-5006.
POOPER-SCOOPERS: Cheap & reliable pooperscooper service that is quick and easy! We can schedule
weekly pickups, or just come by periodically. We are
also available for pet-sitting. Call Connor & Ryan
McManus at 303-842-5006.
LAW1 CARE: Gammie Brother’s Lawn Care Business. Experienced 18 & 16 year old brothers. As a partnership we are able to provide weekly or periodic lawn
service that includes mowing, trimming and other miscellaneous services. We can provide our own equipment
or use yours.
Call Ian & Evan at 303-290-0168.
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OVER1IGHT SITTER/PET CARE: Responsible
College Senior Nursing Major, home from mid-May to
mid-August. I love kids and would love to look after
yours! Available for day or overnight jobs & house
sitting. CPR certified with 7 years experience watching children and 3 years nannying. Call Jenica at
303-842-2785 or 303-290-0168.
PETSITTI1G/DOG WALKI1G: Reliable, experienced 16 year old who loves animals, especially dogs,
will play with and walk your dog while you’re at work,
and/or pet sit for your animals while you are away on
vacation. Call Evan at 303-290-0168.
SUMMER SITTER: Responsible college student
with own car available for summer babysitting. I’m
not the kind of sitter to put on a movie and raid the
fridge! Count on your kids safe and your house clean
when you come home.
Call Lauren Petti at 720-939-0748.
ODD JOBS: College freshman home for the summer
(May-Sept.) available for miscellaneous odd jobs and
yard work. Can also walk your dogs or handle other
pet care needs.
Call Aaron Orlowski at 303-704-1103.
BABYSITTER: Engaged, fun-loving, Red Cross
Certified, mature, 7th grader (Soon to be 8th grader).
Has flexible hours, experience with newborns to 12
year old children, and absolutely adores entertaining
and watching kids. A package full of smiles and respectful service.
Call Emma Sickles at
303-909-3656 or 303-909-6793.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSO1S: I am an RJHS swimmer and Homestead Hurricane since I was 5 years old.
I would love to teach your kids how to swim and feel
safe in the water. Red Cross, CPR & 1st Aid Certified.
References available.
Call Maddie Rutenbeck at 303-843-9148.
SUMMER 1A11Y: 17 year old available for summer
nanny work. Responsible A& Mature, but outgoing and
enthusiastic too! Dependable car and flexible hours.
Several years experience with infants through pre-teens,
Red Cross certified. References available.
Call Jane at 303-842-5169.
PIA1O LESSO1S: An introduction to piano for children interested in learning how to play. Flexible on
times, can teach at my house or yours. I have the experience to teach any new piano players the basic skills on
the piano. Throughout the summer, your child will begin to master the keyboard.
Call Brittany Earle at (303) 220-8796.
BABYSITTER/PETSITTER/HOUSESITTER: Responsible 16 year old, new to Homestead. CPR certified,
experienced with newborns to 12 year olds. Willing to
work weekdays after school & weekends. Great with
kids and pets. References available! Call Melanee
Sprenkel at 303-728-4999.
MATH TUTOR: Responsible CCHS student can help
you with any math up to Algebra II. Reasonable rates.
Call VJ at 303-224-9472.
BABYSITTER: 16 year old high school sophomore.
Fun-loving, responsible, experienced, Red Cross Certified, looking for part-time summer babysitting. Flexible
hours. Loves kids.
Call Rachel Scharmann at 303-220-9226.
BABYSITTER/PETSITTER: 14 year old, soon to be
freshman. Dependable, Red Cross Certified. Loves kids
and animals. Call Anne Scharmann at 303-220-9226.
BABYSITTER: A Red Cross Certified loving and fun
7th grader. Loves children, the outdoors, arts & crafts,
and cooking. Call Erin Keith at 303-290-6238.
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Handyman Services (Nothing too small)
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Solar PV, Solar Thermal and Energy Audits
Take Advantage of Xcel Rebates and Tax Credits!
Mike Mendes
Energy Consultant and Centennial Resident
720-849-3714
mikem@simplyeff.com
BABYSITTER: I'm a Red Cross certified babysitter.
I am a sophomore with many years of experience. I am
available weekends and possibly some weeknights.
Call Elizabeth Kjellsen at 303-694-4382.
BABYSITTER: 15 year old w/4 years experience. Red
cross and first aid certified. Also available for pet sitting
and house sitting on the West side only. Please call
Ashley 303-694-4066.
BABYSITTER: Responsible 11th grader who loves
kids & will make sure they have fun! I’m Red Cross
Certified and have 5 years experience. Call Kaylee
Handwork at 303-791-4233.
BABYSITTER/PETSITTER: Responsible, caring, fun
9th grader. Red Cross certified. Loves kids and pets!
Call Caitlyn Concklin at 720-200-4024.
PATRICK’S PARTIES & DJ SERVICE: Want to
add some tunes to your parties? Book your birthday or
graduation party now. Call Patrick McClellan’s DJ
Service at 720-838-8863.
BABYSITTER/PETSITTER: Red Cross, CPR, &
1st Aid Certified, responsible 15 yr. old, entering junior
year with lots of experience. References available.
Experienced with newborns on up. I am looking for a
summer job or just to work over the summer whenever
needed.
Please Call Maddi Rutenbeck at 303-843-9148.
LAW1 CARE: Experienced 18 year old looking to
take care of your lawn this spring & summer on a
weekly basis or when you’re out of town. Lawn care
includes mowing, trimming, and picking up after your
dog. Will provide own equipment.
Call Charlie Zeller at 303-741-0926 or303-518-6037
BABYSITTER: Experienced, Red Cross Certified,
gentle, responsible, 13 year old who loves toddlers and
kids. Loves creative play, art, sports, and cooking.
Experience as nanny of newborn baby, 3 & 6 yr old
kids summer 2008.
Call Kaitlin Harmon at 303-773-8833.
BABYSITTER: Responsible 16 year old Cherry
Creek High School sophomore looking for a regular
babysitting job or as needed. I am a reliable older sister
with years of experience as well as Red Cross certified.
I am available on weekends and some week days.
Call Kinsey at (303)-901-2551
BABYSITTER: 16 year old high school sophomore
who loves kids. Red Cross Certified. Responsible and
experienced. References available.
Call Gretchen at 303-941-0029.
PETSITTI1G: 13 year old who is great with small &
medium dogs. Gives excellent care, love and attention!
In your home or mine. References available.
Call Elise at 720-333-8710.
BABYSITTER/PETSITTER: 13 years old, Red Cross
certified, loves kids. Responsible and loves animals.
Call Ashley Albright at 303-721-6392.
PETSITTER: Responsible 10th grader who loves animals. Would love to take care of your pets while you are
away on vacation or for the day.
Call Ben Squires at 303-220-8441.
BABYSITTER/HOUSESITTER/PETSITTER/
CHORE Responsible Red Cross certified 20 and 18
year olds; love kids & pets. College student and HS grad
able to do full time summer nanny work (has car). Respectful service with a smile. Call Kelley (20 yrs) &
Kelsey (12th) at 303-770-8845.
PETSITTER: Responsible 7th grader with experience;
loves all animals. Will walk your dog, feed your pets,
and/or just play with them while you are away.
Please call Matthew at 303-470-3931.
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SOUTH SUBURBAN NEWS
50¢ Buys All Day Fun at Family Sports and Lone
Tree Recreation Center
South Suburban Parks and Recreation continues its
special 50¢ Friday activities commemorating 50 years
of service to the community on August 14 at Family
Sports Center, 6901 S. Peoria St., in Centennial. Visitors will enjoy 50¢ public skating and 50¢ skate rental
at 10 am, 1 pm and 8 pm; plus 50¢ entertainment rides
all day, 10 am-10:30 pm.
On Friday, August 21, 2009, come to Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridegate Cir., for 50¢ Friday.
Check out the weight and cardio equipment or visit a
drop-in fitness class such as Power Hour, Boot Camp
or Butt-1-Guts. Families can cool off in the extensive
leisure pool with towering slide and interactive water
features. Bring along your pals for a friendly game of
basketball in the full-size gymnasium. Lone Tree Recreation Center will be open from 5 am to 10 pm on
Friday, August 21, so you will have plenty of time to
get there and play.
Visit www.sspr.org and learn about the other exciting
50th anniversary celebration activities.
South Suburban Parks & Recreation Board Seeks
Public Input on 2010 Budget
South Suburban Parks and Recreation has begun the
annual planning process for its 2010 budget. Individuals are welcome to attend the Wednesday, August 12
Board meeting and address the Board of Directors with
comments regarding fees, requests for new programs
or facilities, or improvements to existing facilities,
parks, trails and open spaces. The meeting will be held
at 7:30 pm at Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S.
University Blvd. (between Arapahoe Rd. and Orchard
Rd.)
Citizens will have an additional opportunity to address
the Board with 2010 budget comments on Wednesday,
September 9. Staff recommended program and facility
fees will be the subject of the October 14 Board meeting.
Please call 303-798-5131 for details or watch the website
at www.sspr.org.
CENTENNIAL NEWS
The Centennial Youth Commission is seeking Centennial teens to participate in the City of Centennial
Mayor’s Youth Corp.
The Mayor’s Youth Corp will be charged with assisting, organizing and implementing community outreach
projects for the Youth Commission. The Youth Corp
will meet regularly and focus on issues such as teen alcohol abuse, community health and safety and sustainability, which are currently being addressed by the Youth
Commission.
“The Mayor’s Youth Corp is a new group to the
City. The Youth Commission has many goals and would
like to have a larger presence, than they already do,
within the community. Hence, the idea of the Youth
Corp came about. The Mayor’s Youth Corp and the
Youth Commission will work closely together to create
and implement new programs within the City. This is a
great opportunity for youth to be a part of their community and make a difference for their future,” says Patrick
Pratt, Centennial’s staff liaison to the Youth Commission.
The Centennial Youth Commission will oversee the
Mayor’s Youth Corp. The next Youth Corp meeting will
be Thursday, July 23, 2009 at the Centennial City Offices, located at 13133 E. Arapahoe Rd. in Centennial.
The Centennial Youth Commission was formed by
City Council in July 2003 as a way to provide a voice for
the City’s youth. The Commission is composed of
eleven teens that live in Centennial, ranging in age from
13 to18.
For more information about the Mayor’s Youth Corp,
visit www.CentennialColorado.com.
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DIVISION OF WILDLIFE NEWS
UPDATE - Coyote breeding season is from January to
early March with a gestation period of about 60-63
days. Pups will stay in a natal den for 8-10 weeks and
start emerging in mid-to late June. If you have a den on
your property please destroy the structure once the pups
are out, usually in mid-July. Coyotes will use the same
natal den from year to year if it is available.
During the summer months the adult coyotes teach their
young how to survive, where to hunt, and more importantly what to hunt. Coyotes will be more active during
the summer months increasing the amount of sightings
and encounters. This time is crucial to remove all food
sources from your yard, place deterrents, and haze (reinstill the natural fear of humans into the coyotes).
Coyotes are watching and learning from us. We influence their behavior, and it is our actions that determine
what the young coyotes learn. We want the new generation of coyotes to be naturally afraid of humans and not
find our neighborhoods or back yards to be a safe place
to live.
Coyotes are adaptable predators and are common in
urban areas. They are tolerant of human activities, and
adapt and adjust rapidly to changes in their environment.
The biggest problem arises when people feed coyotes -either deliberately or inadvertently. Feeding can cause
any wild animal to lose its natural wariness of people
and can lead to unpredictable and aggressive behavior. If you are aware of individuals feeding coyotes,
please ask them to stop, or report it to the DOW office at
(303) 291-7227 so they can follow-up.
Reduce the REASON that coyotes are in your yard by
removing things that attract them:
Food - Never, ever feed coyotes! Report neighbors that
are feeding coyotes, either intentionally or unintentionally, must be reported to the Colorado Division of Wildlife at 303.291.7227.
Remove all food and water sources from your yard. This
includes pet feed, swimming pools, birdbaths, fallen
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fruit, barbecue grills and trash.
All trash should be in trash containers and all trash
containers should be stored indoors/garage with secure
lids and should not be placed on the curb until the
morning of scheduled pickup.
Keep cats indoors. Pets should be supervised when
outside and should only be left unattended when they
are secured in a kennel with a covered top.
Trim up vegetation and tall grass in the yard, remove
brush and rubbish piles to eliminate the places where
small rodents live since coyotes prey on small rodents. Trimming bushes up from the ground by 2ft. if
possible (bonsai cut) removes places where coyotes
sleep.
Avoid using bird feeders – seeds and empty hulls that
have fallen on the ground attract coyotes. Bird feeders
also increase the number of small animals that are food
sources for the coyotes.
Secure pets with fencing apron buried underground
and in facilities with a secured top.
Completely enclose gardens and compost piles.
Enclose open spaces under porches, decks and sheds
with welded wire that is buried at least 18 inches.
The following items may help repel or deter coyotes
away from your yard. Some of these items are liquids
that are released through squirt bottles or poured on
rags and placed in the area of the yard most safe for
domestic animals and children but will deter coyotes. The following are suggestions.
Skunk odor, wolf or mountain lion urine
Cologne or perfume – strong scents
Ammonia soaked rags
Radios
Motion detector activated strobe lights, sirens, blinking
holiday lights, sprinkler system
Electronic Guard EG consists of strobe light and siren
run by a timer
Odor deterrents (cayenne pepper, vinegar in super
soaker or balloons)
Dog feces
Six foot fence or higher (with a buried apron, approximately 18 inches deep) with additional rollers if ap-
proved by the City and applicable homeowner association.
Completely enclosed dog runs including a covered top
Close all dog doors at night to exclude coyotes, and
other wildlife, from your house.
For additional information visit
www.centennialcolorado.com and Animal Services under the City Service button at the top of the page.
Coyote Hazing
Hazing efforts will be less effective if coyote attractants are not removed or excluded from residential
neighborhoods. Coyotes will continue to come into
your yard if there is a reason, e.g. food, water, shelter.
Share this information with neighbors; friends and
your homeowner’s association since hazing efforts are
most effective when the entire neighborhood is working together. If you are removing attractants and hazing coyotes from your property, but your neighbor is
attracting coyotes, your efforts will be futile. The
below items are most effective if multiple and various
techniques are employed.
The City of Centennial in partnership with the Arapahoe
Library District is hosting an interactive program for
children to learn how to live with coyotes. The Centennial Youth Commission will be presenting scientific
information to children in grades 3 through 6 about the
biology and ecology of coyotes and how to stay safe in
the presence of a coyote.
Spray with garden hose
Wave arms and yell in an authoritative voice
Bang pots and pans
Throw rocks, sticks, tennis balls and any non-edible
items toward the coyote. Never corner a coyote in an
area of the yard where there is no escape for the coyote.
Coyote Can Shaker - soda can with pennies wrapped in
aluminum foil sealed with duct tape. Shake to make
noise or throw toward the coyote.
Air horn or whistles
Bear Spray or Citronella (bug) spray – be careful of the
wind direction – you could receive the spray in your
face if not careful. NEVER get close to a coyote just
to use the spray.
Motion detection yard lights
Protecting Pets
See all above recommendations for additional ideas
Always keep cats indoors
Leash pets with a 6 foot leash while walking them
Keep pets inside at night
Small dogs should never be left unattended in the yard
Coyote educational program scheduled for kids!
Children should bring an empty, not crushed soda pop
can to the program to participate in a fun activity.
Thursday, July 9
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Castlewood Library
6739 S. Uinta St., Centennial
Please RSVP to Candice Bott, City of Centennial Coyote
Management Plan Technician at
cbott@centennialcolorado.com or 303-754-3367. An
adult needs to accompany the child to the event.
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ARAPAHOE COUNTY NEWS
The top three counties earning the most pledges for the
Arapahoe County joins national competition for
courtesy of AutoZone. Those winning the
Drive $marter Challenge will receive a $3,500 cash grant
‘greener’ choices
1ACo Green County Contests challenge employees,
Change the World contest will earn a $5,000 cash grant,
residents to save energy, fuel
courtesy of Wal-Mart.
Littleton, Colo. – Arapahoe County is challenging its
“Participating in these campaigns is a simple way for
residents and employees to make a pledge to save en-
people to make a difference,” said Commissioner Pat
ergy by driving smarter and using energy-efficient
Noonan. “We are proud to spread the word about the
light bulbs as part of the National Association of
easy steps individuals can take to be more energy effi-
Counties Green County Contests from July 1 to No-
cient.”
vember 30, 2009. The U.S. counties with the most
Arapahoe County was the first government in Colorado
pledges will win cash grants.
to be recognized for its energy-saving efforts. By up-
The Drive $marter Challenge is a fuel-efficiency cam-
grading heating and cooling systems in 2007, Arapahoe
paign to help consumers lower their gasoline costs by
County saves more than $915,000 annually in energy
keeping their vehicles in good working order, driving
costs. Earlier this year, Arapahoe County was awarded
less, and driving more fuel-efficiently. The campaign
the ENERGY STAR designation for five County build-
web site, www.drivesmarterchallenge.com, asks par-
ings, a mark of superior energy performance and effi-
ticipants to pledge to take six actions, such as keeping
ciency.
tires properly inflated, removing unnecessary weight in
For more information or to take the challenges, visit
the trunk and curbing aggressive driving, and calcu-
www.co.arapahoe.co.us and view “What’s New.”
lates their savings of money, gasoline and greenhouse
gas emissions. The web site also offers money and
gas-saving tips in English and Spanish and provides
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