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GOVERNMENT
MAYOR RON reports
ELECTION
REFLECTIONS
There is no doubt in my mind that this has been a watershed
year in the history of Greenwood Village. After an
exceptional turnout of voters in the June 6
Special Election on the proposed Amendment
to the Comprehensive Plan and a spirited City
Council election, I believe we should now focus
on 2018 and beyond.
Ron Rakowsky
rrakowsky@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-486-5741
I am excited to work with this newly constituted
group of City Councilmembers as I note below.
Three members are returning, three former
members are coming back, and two brand new
members have been elected. I believe it is a
significant positive event that our new Mayor
Pro Tem was elected unanimously.
I think that all of our citizens should follow the
lead of their City Council and come together to
work collectively on the future decisions that will come our
way. As we work together we should heed the words of the
43rd President of the United States after another historical
election:
“America, at
its best,
matches a
commitment
to principle
with a concern
for civility. A
civil society
demands from
each of us
good will and
respect, fair
dealing and
forgiveness.”
To that end
I encourage
all of our
neighborhoods
and
Homeowner
Associations
to, after
consulting
weather
forecasts, pick
an evening or two in January for neighbors to safely
extinguish lighting for a time to celebrate together the beauty
of the Dark Skies concept coupled with hot chocolate, coffee
and s’mores. None of us, myself included, spend enough time
getting to know our neighbors. A Dark Skies night could be
just that opportunity.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO
YOUR FAMILY FROM OURS
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Kwanzaa!
As we approach the Winter Solstice and our most festive
annual holidays, both religious and secular, I wish you and
your family Happy Holidays! This is one of the best times of
the year to be with family, friends, neighbors and even new
acquaintances. During all of the celebrations, please be safe
and celebrate responsibly. Everyone should have happy
memories of this 2017 holiday season while maintaining your
own traditions in a joyful and generous spirit. Should you
celebrate outside of your home or business, please consider
booking reservations and enjoying some holiday spirits at one
of our many varied fine establishments. Contact information
on all of our businesses is available through our Village
Website at www.greenwoodvillage.com. Just click on the
business directory.
WELCOME NEW CITY COUNCIL
Immediately prior to the Monday, November 20 City
Council meeting, seven residents of Greenwood Village were
sworn in by 18th Judicial District Judge, former
Councilmember and Mayor Pro Tem Gary Kramer to serve
their elected positions as City Councilmembers for a twoyear
term. These oaths of office signified their commitment
and loyalty to represent Greenwood Village and our citizens
to the best of their abilities, while upholding the laws of the
State of Colorado and ordinances of our city. In addition,
the City Council also unanimously elected District 3
Councilmember George Lantz as Mayor Pro Tem.
PG. 2 GV NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 2017
GOVERNMENT
CITY council
NOT SURE WHO YOUR
ELECTED OFFICIALS ARE?
Obtain a list of your state and national government
representatives at www.arapahoevotes.com
DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4
Dave Bullock
dbullock@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4137
Anne Ingebretsen
aingebretsen@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4135
Steve Moran
smoran@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4133
Judith Hilton
jhilton@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4131
Jerry Presley
jpresley@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4138
Dave Kerber
dkerber@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4136
George Lantz
glantz@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4134
Thomas Dougherty
tdougherty@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4132
Mayor Pro Tem Lantz will provide me
with wise counsel and will fulfill
mayoral duties on my behalf when I
am out of town. In addition, after an
Arapahoe County conducted recount
in District 4, Tom Dougherty was
confirmed as the second winner in
that race. He was sworn in on
November 29.
Greenwood Village has been blessed
with City Councils that have served
the Village well over the past 68 years.
I firmly believe this new City Council
is just as great as their predecessors and
I expect each one of them to take their
role as a City Councilmember to a
greater level as they work to enhance
and protect the quality of life of
Greenwood Village over the next two
years. I look forward to working with
this blue-ribbon group of professionals.
GV WINS THE TIM CUP
In November, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) hosted the
first annual Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Conference to discuss efforts to
improve TIM response throughout the state. As part of the conference, CDOT
awarded the TIM Cup to the best agency including law enforcement, public works,
dispatch and fire, who overall embodied the TIM philosophy in their daily
operations and response to critical incidents.
continued on page 4
DECEMBER 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 3
GOVERNMENT
Mayor Ron
continued from page 3
I am excited to report that Greenwood Village was the first
recipient of the TIM Cup for the Village’s response to the
fuel truck crash that occurred this past May. What ensued
during that event was extraordinary. Everyone at Greenwood
Village knew their role and immediately executed it. All our
resources, including several Public Works dump trucks filled
with sand and dirt which promptly arrived, came together
right on cue. Could have our operation been done better? I
seriously doubt it. While tens of thousands of citizens were
inconvenienced, when one of the two major economic
lifelines bisecting our city was severed, incidents such as this
one come with the territory.
Although Greenwood Village was named as the award’s first
recipient, we truly believe the success of our response to this
event would not have been possible without the assistance of
our partners: Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, Colorado
Department of Transportation, Colorado State Patrol, and
South Metro Fire Rescue. The entire Denver region should
be exceedingly proud of everyone involved and their
extraordinary performance and response to this event that
resulted in only one injury.
DENVER SOUTH ADOPTS
A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
On Friday, November 17, Denver South Economic
Development Partnership (DSEDP) hosted its annual
luncheon attended by nearly 600 business and civic leaders
in the south Denver area. Speaker Katty Kay, lead anchor
for BBC World News America, published author, and
advocate for women was the keynote speaker. Katty’s
background gives her an unique ability to speak about
globalization, current events, and the profound optimism
still motivating American voters — despite the division we
see on the news.
Katty discussed her vision of the world and the challenges
facing the entire country, from changes in the balance of
power to populism and nationalism to the growing pains
we’re all experiencing in the new, global economy. Katty’s
message was positive. Those American values, she believes,
RAMBLE WITH RON
Due to the fall and winter seasons, Ramble with Ron will be
suspended until the spring. If you have some ideas or
suggestions about living or working in Greenwood Village that
you would like to share with Mayor Ron Rakowsky, send him
an email at rakowsky@greenwoodvillage.com or call the
Mayor’s Office at 303-486-5745.
Mayor Rakowsky with Katty Kay and Buz Koelbel.
are strong enough to weather these changes. She asserts
America’s foreign policy has been so effective over the last
century because it is driven by principles, not by
transactional relationships. She encouraged everyone in the
room to lean into objectivity, to avoid retreating from the
world, and to allow facts to drive the conversation.
She also applauded Denver South. She has spoken at many
business organization events, but she had never seen more
women in the room than she saw at this luncheon. It’s these
choices, made by Denver South every day, that positively
shape our future as citizens — of Denver South, of America,
and of the world at large.
Every year, Denver South Economic Development
Partnership puts out a call: Join us for lunch, take time to
connect with the leaders doing business next door, and hear a
new perspective. It’s a worthwhile endeavor, and this year was
no different. Katty Kay’s powerful message will surely have
Denver South thinking about its own role in the world for
time to come.
DENVER WATER IS RAISING
RATES ON MARCH 1
Next March, Village residents and businesses, along with the
entire Denver Water service area, will see an increase by
approximately $2.25 or less each month on their water bill if
they use water at the same rate as they did in 2017. Denver
Water’s rate structure includes a three-tiered charge for water
use (called the volume rate). To keep water affordable, indoor
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PG. 4 GV NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 2017
VILLAGE CALENDAR
Visit
WWW.GREENWOODVILLAGE.COM
for more information
Information is subject to change
january 2018
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New Year’s Day
Village
Facilities
Closed
P&Z Commission
7 p.m.
City Hall
Trash And Recycling Holiday Reminder:
With Christmas and New Year’s Day falling on
Mondays, there will be a one-day delay in service
for those weeks.
NO TRASH SERVICE
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City Council
Study Session
6 p.m.
Meeting
7 p.m.
City Hall
PTR Commission
7 p.m.
City Hall
★ SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD RECYCLING ★
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19 20
Martin Luther
King Jr. Day
Village
Facilities
Closed
P&Z Commission
7 p.m.
City Hall
GVAHC Meeting
6:30 p.m.
Curtis Center
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23 24 25
26 27
City Council
Study Session
6 p.m.
City Hall
★ SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD RECYCLING ★
BOAA
Meeting
6:30 p.m.
City Hall
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★ SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD RECYCLING ★
DECEMBER 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 5
GOVERNMENT
NEW ON GVTV 8 —
PREMIERES DECEMBER 15
VILLAGE SHOWCASE
The Legacy Of John Madden
Mayor Rakowsky sits down with developer
John Madden to talk about his work in the Village over
the past 50 years and the legacy he will leave behind
that has made Greenwood Village a special place.
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GVTV 8 PROGRAMS
Village Showcase
Join Mayor Ron Rakowsky as he showcases
all the latest happenings and greatest events
taking place in Greenwood Village.
Beyond The Green
A program highlighting the parks, trails and
open space system in the Village.
Over 50 And Loving It!
A program focused on issues and events
affecting people 50+ years of age.
Safety Matters In Greenwood Village
Learn about safety issues in Greenwood
Village and techniques to help keep you and
your family safe.
GV Business Connections
Get an inside look at the business
community of Greenwood Village and learn
about some important business topics.
GV Kids, Ink! ® News
Hosted by youth news reporters, this
program features youth activities and events
in the community.
The Village Insider
Get a glimpse of the people and projects
behind the doors at City Hall.
Colorado Connected
Produced by the Colorado Communications
and Utility Alliance (CCUA), the program
features programs on regional issues.
NASA 360
Produced by the National Institute of
Aerospace for NASA, this program examines
how technologies developed by and for
NASA are used in everything from space
exploration to everyday consumer products.
Graceful Aging
Enjoy this program to learn about elder care
needs. You’ll laugh, think and be inspired to
improve your life.
Denver Press Club
Hosted by the Denver Press Club, this
program features discussions with members
of the press and community.
Jazz Cardio Strength Stretch
A powerfully fun and effective workout that
will lift your spirits, strengthen your heart,
muscles, and core. You’ll get a healthy dose
of cardio, strength and stretch moves and
finish up feeling energized for the start and
end of your day.
PG. 6 GV NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 2017
GOVERNMENT
Greenwood Village
Don’t have Comcast cable? You can watch
GVTV 8 programs on the Village Website
at greenwoodvillage.com or
on The City of Greenwood
Village Channel on YouTube.
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.
December 2017 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
6:30 a.m. Traffic Cams Traffic Cams Traffic Cams Traffic Cams Traffic Cams Traffic Cams Traffic Cams
9:00 a.m. Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
9:10 a.m. Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
9:20 a.m. Over 50! Over 50! Over 50! Over 50! Over 50! Over 50! Over 50!
9:30 a.m. Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
9:40 a.m. GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
9:50 a.m. GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
10:00 a.m. The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
10:30 a.m. NASA 360 Colorado NASA 360 Colorado NASA 360 Colorado NASA 360
Connected
Connected
Connected
11:00 a.m. Graceful
Aging
Graceful
Aging
Graceful
Aging
Graceful
Aging
11:30 a.m. Denver
Press Club
Denver Loft
Sessions
Denver
Press Club
Denver Loft
Sessions
Denver
Press Club
Denver Loft
Sessions
Denver
Press Club
Noon Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
3:00 p.m. Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio Jazz Cardio
3:30 p.m. Traffic Cams Traffic Cams Traffic Cams Traffic Cams Traffic Cams Traffic Cams Traffic Cams
6:00 p.m. Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
Bulletin
Board
7:00 p.m. Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
Village
Showcase
7:10 p.m. Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
Beyond the
Green
7:20 p.m. Over 50! Over 50! Over 50! Over 50! Over 50! Over 50! Over 50!
7:30 p.m. Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
Safety
Matters
7:40 p.m. GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
GV Business
Connections
7:50 p.m. GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
GV Kids,
Ink! News
8:00 p.m. The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
The Village
Insider
8:30 p.m. NASA 360 Denver Loft NASA 360 Denver Loft NASA 360 Denver Loft NASA 360
Sessions
Sessions
Sessions
9:00 p.m. Graceful
Aging
Colorado
Connected
Graceful
Aging
Colorado
Connected
Graceful
Aging
Colorado
Connected
Graceful
Aging
9:30 p.m. Denver
Press Club
Denver
Press Club
Denver
Press Club
Denver
Press Club
DECEMBER 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 7
GOVERNMENT
Mayor Ron
continued from page 4
water use — for bathing, cooking and flushing toilets —
is charged at the lowest rate. Essential indoor water use is
determined by averaging the customer’s monthly water use
on bills dated from January through March each year.
This is called average winter consumption. Water use above
the average winter consumption — typically for outdoor
watering — is charged at a higher price.
Individual water bills will depend on how much water a
customer uses and whether the customer lives in Denver or is
served by one of 66 suburban distributors under contract
with Denver Water. The Denver City Charter requires that
suburban customers pay the full cost of service, plus an
additional amount, hence, that is why Denver water costs
more in the “burbs.”
Customers will see more information about 2018 rates in
their bills and on Denver Water’s website over the next few
months.
Ariel Fried photo
E-470 TOLL ADJUSTMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT FOR 2018-20
If you are a frequent user of E-470, an announcement of a
toll adjustment that will freeze toll rates for ExpreessToll
drivers through 2020 will make you happy! If you are a
License Plate Toll customer, this greater adjustment should
incentivize drivers to sign up for an ExpressToll account to
benefit from the savings.
What this adjustment means for
E-470 ExpressToll customers:
Toll rates for ExpressToll users on E-470 will be locked
through the end of 2018. The toll rate at Plaza C (on E-470
between I-70 and Peña Blvd.) will be reduced by 25 cents.
ExpressToll customers will now pay 35% less than License
Plate Toll customers. Pending E-470 Board of Directors
annual approval, there are no toll rate increases scheduled for
three years, through 2020. For ExpressToll customers using
E-470 there will not be any increases to their current bill.
What this adjustment means for
E-470 License Plate Toll (LPT) customers:
E-470 LPT customers currently pay a differential of 25%
more than ExpressToll customers. Beginning January 1,
2018, the premium that LPT customers pay over ExpressToll
customers will increase. The higher LPT tolls are associated
with the cost for collection. All LPT customers can easily be
converted to ExpressToll and have all tolls reduced to the
discounted rate upon conversion by calling customer service
at 303-537-3470 or accessing ExpressToll.com to create an
account.
E-470 is the 75-mph toll road running along the eastern
perimeter of the Denver metropolitan area. E-470 is a userfinanced
roadway, receiving on an annual basis no local, state
or federal funds for financing, construction, operations or
maintenance. For more information, visit ExpressToll.com or
call 303-537-3470. GV
HOLIDAY TREE AND LIGHT RECYCLING
CHRISTMAS TREES — The Village offers
holiday tree recycling pickup beginning
December 27 to residents of single family
homes and continuing through January
12, 2018. Residents may place their trees
curbside on their regularly scheduled
trash day and Village crews will collect
them to use as mulch. Please make sure
the trees are separate from your
household trash and all decorations have
been removed. Beginning December 22,
residents may also drop their trees off in
the north parking lot of Village Greens
Park located at Dayton Street and Union
Avenue (across the street from Cherry
Creek High School). Drop off continues
through February 4, 2018. For more
information, contact Parks Maintenance at
303-708-6100.
HOLIDAY LIGHTS — Ace Hardware in
Greenwood Village is offering a free
holiday light recycling program. Simply
drop off any non-energy efficient,
nonworking or burned out strings of lights
through February 2, 2018. The lights will
be recycled by the Children’s Miracle
Network through the Ace Foundation to
benefit Children’s Hospital Colorado. Ace
Hardware is located in the Cherry Hills
Marketplace, 5910 South University
Boulevard.
PG. 8 GV NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 2017
GOVERNMENT
ENSURING A SAFE
community
GREENWOOD
VILLAGE POLICE
DEPARTMENT
CITIZENS’
ACADEMY BEGINS
IN FEBRUARY 2018!
SIGN UP TODAY!
The Greenwood Village Citizens’
Police Academy is an important
component of community
involvement and citizen outreach.
Its purpose is to provide a forum
whereby participants can develop a
basic understanding of how the Police
Department functions. It will also
provide opportunities for ongoing
communication between members of
the community and the Police
Department.
The next Greenwood Village Citizens’
Police Academy will begin on
Thursday, February 22, 2018, and
continue through Thursday, May 10,
2018.
Each three-hour session covers a
variety of subjects ranging from basic
law enforcement and its role in the
community to discussions and
demonstrations with other specialized
units: Emergency Response Team
(ERT), K-9 Unit, Crisis Intervention
Team, Traffic Unit, Accident
Reconstruction, Crime Prevention,
Investigations and School Resource
Officers. Most sessions will have
hands-on activities such as
fingerprinting, high-risk traffic stops,
and use of less-than-lethal weapons.
During each session, you will be able
to ask questions and interact with
police officers.
As an Academy participant, you will
receive a comprehensive behind-thescenes
tour of the Police Department,
including the 9-1-1 Communications
Center. Upon successful completion of
the Citizens’ Police Academy, each
participant and his or her family are
invited to attend the graduation
ceremony and dinner.
An integral component of the
Academy is the participation in a
police patrol ride along. This will be
scheduled to take place outside the
class time at a mutually convenient
time for staff and participants. This
experience is important in creating a
true understanding of what an officer’s
job is like and contributes to an
exciting, interactive learning
experience.
Citizens’ Academy application forms
are available at the Police Department,
6060 South Quebec Street, or apply
online at greenwoodvillage.com.
The Academy Coordinator will
contact you to confirm your selection
to participate. Potential candidates
must be at least 18 years old; have no
felony convictions; and have no
misdemeanor convictions within one
year of application. Any requirement
may be waived or modified upon
review and approval by the Police
Chief.
The Academy is free of charge.
For more information, contact
Officer Rodney Valenzuela at
720-554-5161 or email rvalenzuela@
greenwoodvillage.com. GV
DECEMBER 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 9
GOVERNMENT
ENSURING A SAFE
community
HOLIDAY
SAFETY TIPS
IF YOU ARE TRAVELING
• Get an automatic timer for your
lights.
• Ask a neighbor to watch your
home, shovel snow, and park in the
driveway from time to time.
• Do not forget to have mail and
newspaper delivery stopped. If it
piles up, it is a sure sign you are
gone.
IF YOU ARE OUT
FOR THE EVENING
• Turn on lights and a radio or TV so
it looks like someone is home.
• Be extra cautious about locking
doors and windows when you leave,
even if it is just for a few minutes.
• Do not display gifts where they can
be seen from outside.
PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE
Do not leave any valuables in your
vehicle. Place everything in the trunk
of the vehicle.
Always lock your vehicle and store all
items out of sight. Breaking into an
empty car isn’t worth a thief’s time.
However, anything left in plain view
— from your holiday gifts to spare
change, sunglasses, GPS devices, CDs,
cell phones or briefcases – may tempt
a thief.
Help prevent your vehicle from being
stolen by always locking your car and
using anti-theft devices. In addition,
although it is cold, never leave your
vehicle running while you run inside
your home or a store — even if for
only a minute or two.
AFTER YOU’VE
OPENED THE GIFTS
Burglars know that many households
have new, and oftentimes expensive,
items in their homes following the
December holidays — especially items
such as new computers, stereo
components, televisions, cameras and
other electronic equipment. In too
many cases, residents make it easy for
burglars to figure out which homes to
target by putting boxes that identify
their new gifts in plain view with their
other garbage. Avoid becoming an
easy target for post-holiday burglars
by not leaving boxes for new
electronics and other items at garbage
pick-up locations for several days at a
time. Instead, break down any boxes
you are throwing out, put them in
garbage bags and place them inside a
trashcan. Think about keeping
broken-down boxes inside — in a
garage, for example — until the
evening before your regular garbage
pick-up. Some burglars actually look
inside garbage cans for evidence of
holiday gifts.
CELEBRATE
RESPONSIBLY
The holiday season is a time of
celebration. Drinking and driving is a
danger to everyone on the road.
Anyone with a BAC of .08 or higher is
in violation of the law and may go to
jail. Remember that the risk is not
worth it. If you choose to drink
alcohol at a party, do not drive. Take a
cab, use public transportation or a
designated driver.
For more information on holiday
safety, please call the Police
Department at 303-773-2525. GV
PG. 10 GV NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 2017
GOVERNMENT
HOLIDAY SHOPPING
SAFETY TIPS
With the holidays upon us, the Village
would like everyone to have a safe
holiday season. Provided below are
some safety tips of which to be aware
and practice when doing your holiday
shopping.
• Be aware of your surroundings at
all times.
• When shopping, try to park in a
well-lit portion of the parking lot
or street.
• When you park your car, secure the
valuables that you have left in your
car by placing them in the trunk.
Do not leave cellular phones,
purses, CD cases, laptops, or any
other item of value in your parked
car where they can be seen. It is
better not to leave valuables in
the car at all. Make sure you close
your windows, lock your doors and
activate your car alarm, if you have
one.
• Do not leave purchased
merchandise in your parked car
where it can be seen. Put these
items in your trunk, or conceal
them inside the vehicle.
• Keep your purse on your body, not
left in a cart or in the car. If you
carry a small purse, carry it over
your shoulder under your coat. Do
not carry all of your credit cards
with you. Leave your unneeded
documents at home.
• Always be aware of the location of
your personal items. Know where
your purse, cellular phone, wallet,
packages, etc. are at all times. Do
not leave them unattended. Do not
overburden yourself with packages.
• When you are finished shopping,
have your keys in your hand before
reaching your car door. Take notice
of your surroundings. If you see
that someone is watching you and
that you may be a potential victim,
return to the store immediately, and
call security or the police
department at 9-1-1.
• Do whatever you need to keep safe,
even if it means asking a security
guard or a police officer to escort
you to your car. It is always better
to be safe than sorry.
If you have any questions or need
assistance, please call the Greenwood
Village Police Department at
303-773-2525 or call 9-1-1. GV
ORDINANCE UPDATE
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES — PLACEMENT AND STORAGE OF TRASH AND RECYCLE CONTAINERS
To protect the aesthetics of Village neighborhoods
and overall community, the City Council adopted an
ordinance in November regulating the placement
and storage of trash and recycle containers for all
single family homes in Greenwood Village.
Trash and recycle containers may be placed at the
curb no more than one (1) day before a scheduled
pickup and must be removed from the curb no later
than midnight following a scheduled pickup. This
means trash and recycle containers cannot be
placed at the curb more than two (2) days a week.
Also, trash and recycle containers must be stored in
such a position on the property as to be reasonably
screened from the view of those off the property.
The ordinance goes into effect on January 5, 2018.
For more information, please call Community
Development at 303-486-5783. Watch for complete
details of the ordinance through a special brochure
in the January Newsletter.
DECEMBER 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 11
GOVERNMENT
MAYOR’S HOLIDAY LIGHTING
On Thursday, December 7, City Hall’s holiday lights shine so
bright to begin the holiday season. Mayor Ron Rakowsky
and City Council began the countdown starting from
10...9...8... followed by beautiful green, red and white lights
surrounding the venue.
Residents were treated to “December Delights” which included
kettle korn, cocoa, marshmallows, pretzel bites and toasted
cheese sandwiches. Carnival games, cupcake walk, and art
projects topped the list of favorites. Residents couldn’t believe
staff created a snow hill this year due to the warm weather
weeks prior. They were delighted to pull out the saucers and
enjoy a fun ride down the snow hill.
Jolly old St. Nick spent time with many little ones and both
the Princess Greenwood and Balloon Elves entertained the
tiny tots. There was a pretty cool laser show in the
Community Room with hip hop dancers that entertained
resident families.
A big thank you to High Plains Elementary, Aspen Academy,
West Middle School and Cherry Creek High School Jazz
Band for their outstanding performances. It was a magical
evening for young and old. Happy Holidays everyone!
PG. 12 GV NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 2017
GOVERNMENT
DECEMBER 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 13
BUSINESS
BUSINESSspotlight
CREATIVE COUNSELING CENTER
6021 South Syracuse Way, Suite 216 • 303-843-6000
Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-8 p.m. by appointment only • www.creativecounselingcenter.com
Licensed Professional Counselor Teri
Karjala founded Creative Counseling
Center (CCC) in 2004 to provide
counseling services to children (2+),
adolescents, adults and couples
through their supportive, warm and
collaborative approach. The therapists
at CCC have a passion for helping
6 TIPS TO
BETTER MANAGE
HOLIDAY STRESS
1. Let go of perfection and set
realistic expectations.
2. Delegate tasks when possible,
others want to help.
3. Say “No” more often and don’t
feel obligated to say yes.
4. Self-care (exercise, sleep,
relaxation) means you have more
to give.
5. Enjoy family and connect with the
spirit of the season.
6. Express gratitude and appreciate
what you’ve accomplished.
people through life’s challenges by
inspiring and empowering them to live
a life of hope, happiness and harmony.
They provide an integrative approach,
using various counseling theories and
techniques to treat the “whole” person.
The practice is known to be highly
responsive by scheduling appointments
as soon as possible, answering the
phone or returning calls within one
hour, and being available to assist
clients in crisis.
They currently employ five trained
therapists who are experts in many
areas pertaining to mental health and
each with a unique set of services,
skills, specialties and tools. They
specialize in children/adolescent
counseling, art therapy, play therapy,
individual counseling and family
counseling. Although their primary
focus is on unresolved childhood
trauma, they also work with a variety
of other psychological specialties.
Examples may include domestic
violence, anger management, anxiety,
depression, phobias/panic attacks,
post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),
behavioral difficulties in children,
parenting skills and education, grief
and loss, eating disorders, low selfesteem,
substance abuse, and other
addictions.
Depending on an adult’s goals in their
therapy, they may draw from
experiential, cognitive behavioral
therapy (CBT), emotional freedom
technique (EFT), and humanist,
systemic, and/or integrative
approaches. In working with children,
they primarily use play therapy
techniques which include dramatic
play, role-playing, art, sand tray, and
dance/movement. According to the
American Art Therapy Institution,
“Art therapy is based on the belief that
the creative process involved in artistic
self-expression helps children to resolve
conflicts and problems, develop
interpersonal skills, manage behavior,
reduce stress, increase self-esteem and
self-awareness, and achieve insight.”
At CCC, they understand how
difficult it is to reach out for help and
begin therapy. They also believe asking
for help is not a sign of weakness, but
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BUSINESS
MEMBER spotlight
LOWE’S
We at Lowe’s are new members and are extremely excited to be a part of
the Greenwood Village Chamber of Commerce!
We are known for selling tools and appliances, but we have a lot more
to offer our customers than people realize, and I am here to spread the
word.
My name is Janine Christensen and I have been practicing Interior
Design in the Denver Metro Area for over 20 years specializing in
Commercial and Residential Design. I have the opportunity to be a part
of the Lowe’s Team here in Greenwood Village to help our customers
with their Kitchen and Bath renovations.
We take the pain and headache out of Interior and Exterior Renovations
and do all the work for you. We specialize in Project Management and
Planning, Budget Analysis, Space Planning, Design Services and
Materials Selection. We’ll be your tour guide through the entire design
process. Your project team consists of experienced professionals, Sales
Specialists, Licensed General Contractors, a Veteran Interior Designer
(that’s me), and a dedicated Production Management team. We make a
clear path to your envisioned goal and have fun doing it. We enjoy and
love what we do! Come see me or give me a call. I am at the Greenwood
Village Lowe’s located on Peakview near Arapahoe and Boston.
Janine Christensen, Interior Designer
I love to drink coffee and would love to have coffee with you!
Let us help you love where you live!
Visit our Web site at: www.dtcchamber.com
E-mail us: admin@gvchamber.com
Phone: 303-290-9922
7600 Landmark Way, Suite 1615
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Fax: 303-962-4640
WHAT THE CHAMBER CAN DO FOR YOUR BUSINESS:
• Be a catalyst for your business’ economic success by providing access to
strategic opportunities to grow your business’ footprint in the community;
• Provide opportunities to build relationships organically through the many
Chamber activities, committees and events;
• Promote your business through the Chamber website and Chamber
Member Spotlight in the Greenwood Village Newsletter;
• Professional and personal development through involvement on various
Chamber committees;
• Broaden your business and community outreach through corporate
philanthropic efforts to give back to worthy causes;
• Build meaningful alliances through the many nonprofit and charitable
organizations the Chamber supports throughout the year.
DECEMBER 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 15
BUSINESS
NEW GV businesses
ACUPUNCTURE SERVICES
Veda Integrative
Health, Incorporated
8200 East Belleview Avenue,
Suite 203-C
303-909-2030
AIR MEDICAL SERVICES
Air Methods Corporation
5500 South Quebec Street
303-792-7400
ATTORNEY
Frederick I Ganderton, LLP
5350 South Roslyn Street,
Suite 430
720-588-9120
CONSULTANT
Starboard Group
7720 East Belleview Avenue,
Suite B-325
720-524-7332
Universal Business
Concepts, Incorporated
8400 East Crescent Parkway,
6th floor
720-772-8030
COUNSELING SERVICES
Aerie Counseling, LLC
8000 East Prentice Avenue,
Suite B-11
720-465-1448
MEDICAL PRACTICE
The House Colorado
7400 East Orchard Road,
Suite 1000
303-720-5295
MEDICAL PROVIDER
Denver Pain
Management Associates
7447 East Berry Avenue,
Suite 150
303-689-2300
MOBILE FOOD TRUCK
DenverLuvsDogs
9401 East Arapahoe Road
720-243-3336
ORTHODONTIC MAGAZINE
Journal Of Clinical Orthodontics
5670 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard,
Suite 506
303-443-1720
RESEARCH
The AMR Foundation For
Research And Education
6363 South Fiddlers Green Circle,
14th Floor
303-807-5970
RETAIL
Beaucoup Swoozies, LLC
5910 South University Boulevard
303-333-1933
BANK
Bank Of America N.A.
5117 South Yosemite Street
720-787-3924
First Western
Financial, Incorporated
5460 South Quebec Street,
Suite 120
303-531-8100
BROKER DEALER
Hutchinson, Shockey,
Erley & Company
5690 DTC Boulevard,
Suite 315-W
303-785-8983
CAFÉ
Crisp Café, LLC
5690 DTC Boulevard, Suite 180-E
303-748-1838
DATA PROCESSING
DocuLynx, Incorporated
5660 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard,
Suite 400-N
303-390-4353
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Aspen Creek Investments
5670 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard,
Suite 350
720-330-1013
FOOD BROKER
Co-Sales Company
9250 East Costilla Avenue,
Suite 425
303-768-8880
INVESTMENTS
Three Tree Capital, LLC
5555 DTC Parkway, Suite 370
303-550-3990
NON-PROFIT SOCIAL SERVICE
Friends First, Incorporated
7100 East Belleview Avenue,
Suite 303
720-981-9193
OFFICE RENTALS
6900 East Belleview, LLC
6900 East Belleview Aveneue
303-796-2000
Plaza 7000, LLC
7000 East Belleview Avenue
303-796-2000
OIL AND GAS
Sequel Energy Group, LLC
8101 East Prentice Avenue,
Suite 1175
303-468-2106
BUSINESSES
UNDER NEW
MANAGEMENT
COMPUTER SOFTWARE
AND HARDWARE
CGI Technologies And
Solutions, Incorporated
5575 DTC Parkway, Suite 135
844-327-7700
FAST FOOD
Five Guys Burgers & Fries
8547 East Arapahoe Road
303-714-5555
NAIL SALON
Paris Nails
8000 East Belleview Avenue,
Suite B-20
720-489-3013
business spotlight
continued from page 14
an indication of courage and strength. Their counselors help
people objectively look at their situation and then guide
them through the healing process and personal growth. CCC
has helped hundreds of clients live happy lives. In their
office, they even have a “Tree of Hope” which includes
anonymous fingerprints of clients who have transitioned out
of counseling as well as the fingerprints of community
members who have partnered with them to spread “hope” for
healing.
“We chose to move our business to the Village in 2009
because of the great central location within the metropolitan
area with easy access to Interstate 25 which is extremely
convenient for our clients,” remarked Teri. CCC values
community partnerships and strives to build relationships
with local physicians, schools, businesses, and organizations
such as children’s advocacy groups, victims’ assistance groups,
and domestic violence groups.
This distinct counseling center is located at 6021 South
Syracuse Way in Suite #216 on the second floor of The
South Syracuse Hill building between Orchard Road and
East Caley Avenue. For more information about Creative
Counseling Center, please visit
www.creativecounselingcenter.com. You may contact them by
telephone at 303-843-6000.
They are open for business Monday through Friday from 8
a.m. until 8 p.m. by appointment only. The therapists at
CCC will utilize the best methods to help you and your
family achieve your goals in therapy. If you feel that speaking
to a professional would help, please give them a call to
schedule a complimentary phone consultation and to receive
$20 off your first in-person counseling session GV
PG. 16 GV NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 2017
ARTS AND RECREATION
RECREATION programs
YOUTH BASKETBALL
PEE WEE BASKETBALL
Come enjoy a high
energy fun-filled
basketball program filled
with dribbling, passing
,shooting and whole lot
of fun! Coaches and
equipment provided.
Day and Dates:
Thursdays, January 11,
18, 25
February 1
Time: 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Ages: 4 to 6 years old
Fee: $40
Limit: 20 players
Location:
Campus Middle School,
4985 S. Dayton Street
Register online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com/rec
For more information call the Arts and Recreation Division at 303-486-5773.
BOYS & GIRLS
YOUTH
BASKETBALL
Practice your basketball
skills
in a fun and
high energy
environment- games,
drills and lots of game
experiences. Coaches
and equipment
provided.
Day and Dates: Mondays, January 22, 29, February 5, 12
Time: 6:30-7:15 p.m. (February 5 will be 7-7:45 p.m.)
Ages: 6 to 9 years old
Fee: $50
Limit: 20 players
Location: Campus Middle School, 4985 S. Dayton Street
Register online at www.greenwoodvillage.com/rec.
DECEMBER 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 17
ARTS AND RECREATION
RECREATION programs
Register online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com/rec
For more information call the Arts and Recreation Division at 303-486-5773.
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ARTS AND RECREATION
DECEMBER 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 19
ARTS AND RECREATION
RECREATION programs
Register online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com/rec
RECREATION
REIMBURSEMENT
DEADLINE
TUESDAY,
JANUARY 16, 2018
For All 2017 Receipts
The end of the year is approaching
and so is the deadline for submitting
your 2017 Recreation Reimbursement
requests. Take a few minutes this
holiday season to gather your 2017
receipts and beat the last-minute rush
by turning in your reimbursement
request now.
For more information call the Arts and Recreation Division at 303-486-5773.
The deadline to submit all 2017
receipts is Tuesday, January 16 by 5
p.m. (the deadline was extended due
the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday).
Please note there are no exceptions to
this deadline. Also note that checks
must be mailed to a home address, not
a PO Box, and cannot be picked up at
City Hall.
Good To Know:
• All activities paid for in 2017,
including those taking place in
2018, must be submitted as part of
your 2017 request. Exception: see
annual membership information
below.
• Annual memberships (12 months
paid in advance) that are paid in
December to take advantage of a
membership sale for the following
year can be applied to the following
year.
• To qualify for reimbursement an
agency must be a public entity
(parks and recreation district,
metropolitan district, municipal
golf courses) or a non-profit youth
sports agency in the Denver Metro
Area.
• All receipts must be itemized
showing the name of the
organization, activity, date and the
amount paid.
• Only the activity itself is
reimbursable; fees for golf carts,
skate rentals, team jerseys, etc. are
not reimbursable.
Forms can be obtained at
City Hall or online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com:
click on the “How Do I?” tab
at the top, then go to
“Find Information On…”
Requests may be dropped off
at City Hall Monday-Friday,
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or mailed to:
City of Greenwood Village,
Attn: Parks, Trails and Recreation,
6060 South Quebec Street,
Greenwood Village,
Colorado 80111.
If you are unfamiliar with the
program or have questions,
please contact Debbie Armstrong
at 303-486-5759 or
darmstrong@
greenwoodvillage.com.
PG. 20 GV NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 2017
ARTS AND RECREATION
ART
programs
Register online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com/art
For more information call the the Curtis Center for the Arts at 303-797-1779.
YOUTH ART CLASSES
Location: Curtis Center for the Arts, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121
The Curtis Center for the Arts is a family-friendly environment that is great for kids to be introduced to the arts as well as
to continue to explore and improve their artistic skills. Classes are offered after school for preschoolers, elementary age kids
and teenagers and art camps are available during school breaks. Come and have fun creating unique works of art!
PEE WEE ART
Pee Wee Art is a fun
hands-on art
program that
introduces
preschoolers to the
arts and allows for
parents to assist with
their child’s creative
process. At each
program, your little artist will be introduced to a new
art medium (drawing, painting, sculpture and more)
that they will use to create their own work of art.
Mondays, 4 to 5 p.m.
January 8 — Winter Bubble Wrap Trees
January 22 — Foil Painting
February 12 — Shaving Cream Hearts
February 26 — Paper Sculptures
$10 per program
Ages 3 to 5 with adult
COLORING WITH PENCILS
Sharpen your pencils and let’s start coloring! This drawing program
is designed to teach your young artist how to color using colored
pencils. Kids will learn how to layer, mix and blend colored pencils
on paper to make light and dark values. They
will also learn how to create strokes in
different directions and how to make texture
while coloring landscapes, still life, flowers and
their favorite cartoon characters. Come and
explore what you can do with colored pencils!
Tuesdays, February 6 through 27
4:30 to 6 p.m.
$50
Ages 6 to 12
STYLISH STILL LIFE PAINTING
In this youth painting class, young artists will learn the
art of painting a
still life. Each week
a new still life scene
will be set up in
which participants
will draw and paint
the scene as they
see it. Using acrylic
on canvas the kids
will create colorful
still life paintings.
Tuesdays,
January 9
through 30
4:30 to 6 p.m.
$50
Ages 6 to 12
DECEMBER 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 21
ARTS AND RECREATION
ART
programs
Register online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com/art
For more information call the the Curtis Center for the Arts at 303-797-1779.
ADULT ART CLASSES
Location: Curtis Center for the Arts, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121
Both traditional and non-traditional
art classes are offered for adults 16
years and older at the Curtis Center
for the Arts. If you are new to art or
wanting to improve your artistic skills,
we have a class for you!
CASUAL WATERCOLOR —
WELCOME TO WATERCOLOR
Mondays, January 15
through February 26
1 to 3:30 p.m.
$120
Instructed by Renee Reese
FIGURE
DRAWING
Tuesdays,
January 9
through
February 6
9:30 a.m. to
12:30 p.m.
$100
Instructed by
MJ Dowling
OIL PAINTING:
SECRETS TO
GLOWING COLORS
Wednesdays, January 10
through February 7
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$100
Instructed by Aimee Deneweth
DRAWING AND
SKETCHING
Wednesdays, January 10
through February 7
1 to 4 p.m.
$100
Instructed by Rick Brogan
WATERCOLOR
Fridays, January 5
through February 9
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
and 1 to 4 p.m.
$120
Instructed by Rick Brogan
POURING
ACRYLICS
Tuesdays, January 9 through 30
1 to 3:30 p.m.
$80
Instructed by Candace French
PAINTING ASPENS
WITH A
PALETTE KNIFE
Learn how to use a palette knife to
paint beautiful aspen landscapes. This
workshop is fun and exciting as you
practice palette knife painting
techniques with acrylics. Students will
be guided step-by-step in painting a
background of skies, fields or
mountains. Then, add aspens for an
amazing acrylic landscape.
Saturday, January 27
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$100
Ages 16 and older
Instructed by Candace French
Register online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com/art.
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ARTS AND RECREATION
TEEN ART
STUDIO
In this class teens will be
creating their own cryptic
multilayered journal. Students
will draw, paint, collage, print
and even sculpt a personal
journal of images and text. Each
class will have a new project
that can be added to the journal
as well as time to work
independently. Stretching and
growing your creative
confidence is a priority in this
class, don’t come and only
expect to draw. All students must
experiment with multiple materials. We
will study master artists in book art and
journaling. Come explore the possibilities
and practice what you enjoy!
Wednesdays, January 10
through 31
4:30 to 6 p.m.
$50
Ages 12 to 16
Instructed by Maggie Stewart
TEEN
SCULPTURE
Students will create a large
abstract sculpture
beginning with an
armature and ending with a
collaged skin. Students will
shape, layer and
manipulate materials to
create a personal totem.
Each piece will be layered
and textured to tell a
hidden story. Students will
use wire, wood, paper,
paint and found objects to
create a one of a kind work of art! Come experiment and learn something new!
Wednesdays, February 14 through March 7
4:30 to 6 p.m.
$50
Ages 12 to 16
Instructed by
Maggie Stewart
Register online at
www.greenwood
village.com/art.
SILK PAINTING FOR ADULTS
‘LIQUID COLOR’
Experience the beauty of hand dying luxurious silk. Students
will draw, wax and dye their art piece inspired by their
imagination.
Instructed by Maggie Stewart
This is a wonderful
class to experiment
with a new material
that gives you fast
beautiful results. This
class will start with
scarves and in future
sessions move on to
larger pieces as the
class advances. The
instructor will take
home the pieces to
steam and return
them to the students
after the class.
Saturday, January 13
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$100
Ages 16 and older
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6060 South Quebec Street
Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591
PRSRT STD
US POSTAGE
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ENGLEWOOD, CO
PERMIT #799
ARTS AND RECREATION
ART events
GALLERY HOURS
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
CURTIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS • 2349 EAST ORCHARD ROAD, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80121 • 303-797-1779
COFFEE AND CANVAS
BIRDS OF A FEATHER
You won’t want to
miss our Coffee &
Canvas workshops
offered Saturdays
throughout the
year. This is a
chance to gather
some friends and
spend the morning
nurturing your
creative side!
We’re using lots of
fun mixed media
tricks and tools in
Birds of a Feather
— stencils, instant coffee grounds, collage papers
and Inktense pencils! We are going to create this
collage from a bare canvas on up to a colorful and
charming finished piece. Along the way, you’ll
learn a variety of mixed media techniques you can
use beyond this class.
Saturday, January 20
10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50
Ages 16 and older
Instructed by Renee Reese
Register online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com/art.
For more information call the Curtis Center for
the Arts at 303-797-1779.
PG. 24 GV NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 2017