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GOVERNMENT
MAYOR RON reports
NEW STAFF
APPOINTED TO LEAD VILLAGE
My appointment, with concurrence of the City Council, of
our new City Manager John Jackson last October, led to
great changes in the Village’s leadership team. I am excited to
announce John Sheldon as Deputy City
Manager and Jeremy Hanak as Public Works
Director. John and Jeremy are familiar faces
with the Village as many of you have worked
with them over the years on Public Works
issues, such as capital projects; snow and ice
control; traffic and transportation; and trash
services.
John Sheldon began
his employment with
the Village in 1993 as
Ron Rakowsky City Engineer. He was
rrakowsky@ responsible for creating
greenwoodvillage.com
and developing an
303-486-5741
engineering division to
implement services for engineering
operations and capital projects. In
2001, John was promoted to
Director of Public Works where he Deputy City Manager
served until his recent transfer to John Sheldon
the City Manager’s Office to assist
City Manager Jackson in leading the Village organization.
Jeremy Hanak joined Village staff on March 10, 2008.
Prior to his employment with the Village, Jeremy spent eight
years in the private industry working for an engineering
consulting firm on projects throughout the State of
Colorado. His role as Engineering and Operations
Administrator at the Village has provided him with the
RAMBLE WITH RON
Have some ideas or suggestions to share about living or
working in Greenwood Village? Walk and talk with Mayor Ron
Rakowsky from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. (weather permitting) on:
Wednesday, May 16, Westlands Park, 5701 S. Quebec Street;
and Monday, May 21, Tommy Davis Park, Swim Club Lot,
9200 E. Orchard Road.
Registration is not required. For more information, please call
the Mayor’s Office at 303-486-5745. Check for updates of the
monthly schedule for Ramble with Ron at
www.greenwoodvillage.com.
experience to take on his new leadership
role as Public Works Director.
One attribute, out of many, I admire
about both John and Jeremy is their
passion for Greenwood Village and their
focus in making our city a proven leader
in the delivery of municipal services.
The City Council and I are proud of
their past accomplishments and have
great confidence that they will continue
their peer recognized leadership while
focusing on customer service.
Deputy City Manager John Sheldon can be reached at
303-486-5746 or email jsheldon@greenwoodvillage.com.
Public Works Director Jeremy Hanak can be reached at
303-708-6175 or email jhanak@greenwoodvillage.com.
CONGRATULATIONS TO NEW
CCSD SUPERINTENDENT
Our greatest resource is our
children. That premise is one of the
reasons Greenwood Village and
surrounding areas have education
entities that are nationally ranked.
In addition to many premier K-12
there are two absolutely
unparalleled school districts that
serve our City. One of those school
CCSD Superintendent
Dr. Scott Siegfried
Public Works
Director
Jeremy Hanak
districts, Cherry Creek School
District, just announced a new
superintendent, Dr. Scott Siegfried.
He will succeed Dr. Harry C. Bull Jr. Both of these men have
earned significant status in the pantheon of past and present
school superintendents in our area. I will miss the
tremendous support I received from Dr. Bull, but anticipate a
continued close relationship between Greenwood Village and
the Cherry Creek School District under the leadership of Dr.
Siegfried.
Dr. Siegfried currently serves as CCSD deputy
superintendent. He is a veteran of the Cherry Creek School
District, having served in roles as teacher and administrator
for more than 20 years. Dr. Siegfried began his first student
teaching post at Eaglecrest High School in 1995 and went on
to build a district résumé that includes posts as a full time
teacher at Eaglecrest and a dean of students at Laredo Middle
School. He helped open Falcon Creek Middle School as
assistant principal and Liberty Middle School as principal. At
the district level, he’s served as Executive Director of Student
PG. 2 GV NEWSLETTER | MAY 2018
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
Achievement Services, Assistant Superintendent of Student
Support Services, Associate Superintendent of Educational
Operations and Deputy Superintendent, working directly
with three CCSD superintendents — Monte Moses, Mary
Chesley and, most recently, Harry Bull.
In his current role as deputy superintendent, Dr. Siegfried is
responsible for the general supervision and leadership of all
facets of Cherry Creek Schools. He played an integral role in
steering the direction of the district, having worked closely
on issues ranging from start times to new graduation
requirements.
VILLAGE REMOVED
FROM RTD DISTRICT G
Historically, Greenwood Village has been divided into three
Regional Transportation Districts (RTD) Districts, E – Dr.
Claudia Folska, PhD, east of I-25; G – Ken Mihalik,
generally south of Arapahoe Road and the Arapahoe Light
Rail Station; and H – Doug Tisdale, west of I-25.
Because County Election Precinct 234 was split between
District E and G in April, the Board of Directors of RTD
opted to further balance the population of the two districts.
District G, covering Parker, Lone Tree, part of Centennial
and some unincorporated portions of Arapahoe and Douglas
Counties, had its boundary adjusted by moving the boundary
of District E to cover the portion of District G in Precinct
234, thereby removing all of Greenwood Village from
District G.
Henceforth Greenwood Village will have only two Districts,
E & H.
AN EXCEPTIONAL
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE
When someone wants to tell you a story about a recent
customer experience, it usually tends to be more “Tales from
the Crypt” rather than “Happily Ever After.” But that’s not to
say good service isn’t out there because it is in Greenwood
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GOVERNMENT
Mayor Ron
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Village. In the future, as part of my report, I want to
highlight a business and one of their employees who
contribute to an exceptional customer service experience.
After all, people are the most important asset of any business!
This month, I recognize Alejandro (Alex) Alcala the Manager
of Benedict’s Restaurant on Arapahoe Road — one of my
favorite dining spots in Greenwood Village. Alex has been
with Benedict’s for eight years. I can attest he is an excellent
restaurant manager. He sets a high bar for other managers in
the food service industry. I admire his high level of patience
and energy, strong interpersonal skills, fast thinking, and
commitment to build customer retention and loyalty.
If you have not recently visited Benedict’s, or plan to visit for
the first time, Alex will take care of you. Please let him know
that I suggested your visit.
Mayor Ron Rakowsky with Alex Alcala, Benedict’s Restaurant.
Like Alex, there are numerous people working in
Greenwood Village who are dedicated to serve their
customers. If you know of a business/employee in our
community that should be recognized, please email
mgallegos@greenwoodvillage.com. GV
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
DEPARTMENTS
Mayor and City Council 303-486-5745
City Manager’s Office 303-486-5745
Community Outreach/ 303-486-5749
Public Information
City Prosecutor 303-486-1598
Administrative Services
Liquor Licenses 303-486-5755
Voter Registration 303-486-5752
Municipal Court 303-773-6033
Human Resources 303-486-1579
Employment 303-486-1579
Community Development
Building Permits 303-486-5783
Building Inspection 303-694-5023
Requests
Planning and Zoning 303-486-5783
Zoning and 303-486-5783
Nuisance Complaints
Finance
Accounts Payable 303-486-1597
Accounts Receivable 303-486-8282
Budget Information 303-486-8290
Tax Assistance 303-486-8299
and Information
Conservation/Open 303-708-6142
Space Easements
Park Planning 303-486-5743
and Development
Park Permits 303-486-5773
Recreation and 303-486-5766
Special Events
Reimbursement Program 303-486-5773
Parks and 303-708-6100
Trail Maintenance
Police Department
Emergency 9-1-1
Animal Control 303-773-2525
Parking 303-773-2525
Police Records 303-773-2525
School Resource Officers 303-773-2525
Traffic Information 303-773-2525
Victim Assistance 303-486-8211
Public Works
Environment 303-708-6100
(Drainage/Water Quality)
Roadways 303-708-6100
Traffic 303-708-6100
Residential Trash 303-708-6100
and Hazardous Waste
Greenwood Village City Hall
6060 South Quebec Street
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Phone: 303-773-0252
Fax: 303-290-0631
After Hours Phone: 303-773-2525
(for questions or service requests
outside normal business hours)
E-mail: thevillage@greenwoodvillage.com
Website: www.greenwoodvillage.com
An after-hours drop box is available by the
flagpole in front of City Hall and is
checked Monday through Friday. The drop
box can be used to deliver customer
comment cards, recreation registration
and reimbursement forms, employment
applications, and municipal court fines
and documents.
GV Website
Parks, Trails & Recreation
Art Activities 303-797-1779
and Programs
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VILLAGE CALENDAR
Visit
WWW.GREENWOODVILLAGE.COM
for more information
Information is subject to change
june 2018
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City Council
Study Session
6 p.m.
Meeting
7 p.m.
City Hall
P&Z Commission
7 p.m.
City Hall
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PTR Commission
7 p.m.
City Hall
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City Council
Study Session
6 p.m.
City Hall
P&Z Commission
7 p.m.
City Hall
GVAHC Meeting
6:30 p.m.
Curtis Center
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PTR Commission
7 p.m.
City Hall
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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.
NEW ON GVTV 8 —
IN MAY
VILLAGE EATS
Hosted by resident
Kristin Markey, see
residents Larry Wolk and
Dianne McCallister
participate in the first
program of the Greenwood
Village Cooking Show.
PG. 6 GV NEWSLETTER | MAY 2018
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.
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.
GOVERNMENT
MAY 2018 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 7
GOVERNMENT
GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
The following citizens were appointed and/or reappointed by the Greenwood Village
City Council to serve on the various Village boards and commissions:
For more information on how to serve on a
Village board or commission, please call the City
Clerk’s Office at 303-486-5752 or email Susan
Ortiz, City Clerk, at sortiz@greenwoodvillage.com.
Susan Calonge, District 2
Board of Adjustments and Appeals
Richard Easton, District 2
Planning & Zoning Commission
Susan and her husband, Ned, have been
residents of Greenwood Village for 26
years, raising three children in the Cherry
Creek School District. She earned her
Bachelor of Science in sociology from
Lewis and Clark College. Susan interned
with the National Council of Jewish
Women following at-risk youth in the court system of
Portland, Oregon. After returning to Colorado, she accepted a
teaching position in the Wellshire Parents’ Day Out program.
Retiring from early childhood education, she partnered with
her cousin to create parenting support products including her
book, titled Parent Cue Cards: Tantrum Tamers. Susan has
served as an Elder at Wellshire Presbyterian Church, Board
liaison for Parents Day Out teachers, monthly parent
newsletter publisher, president and active member of Chapter
CW, P.E.O. (a philanthropic educational organization) and Boy
Scout leader. She is currently volunteering at Freedom Service
Dogs when she is not walking her own dogs, working in the
garden and participating in charity knitting groups. She is
frequently found skiing or sailing with her family.
Toren Mushovic, District 3
(reappointment)
Board of Adjustments and Appeals
Toren has lived in Greenwood Village with
his wife Roni and their two sons, Henry
and George, since leaving active duty in
the U.S. Navy. He earned his BA (2000) at
Tulane University and JD (2007) at UCLA
School of Law and has practiced law for
almost 11 years. His early experience was as a JAG in the
Navy where he prosecuted criminal matters and practiced
international and operational law on General Odierno’s legal
staff at Multi-National Force — Iraq. After moving to
Greenwood Village, Toren started working for the global law
firm Hogan Lovells, where he focused his practice on white
collar investigations. In 2015, Toren became the Chief
Operating Officer for IMMUNOe Health & Research Centers
and sits on the Board of Directors for Veros Biologics. Lastly,
Toren is currently a candidate for Colorado’s House District 3,
which includes Greenwood Village. Toren loves the outdoors
and spending time with his family.
Rich has lived in Greenwood Village for
over 24 years with his wife Diane and three
children, Dave, Dana and Scott. He earned
his BSEE and MBA degrees from the
University of Southern California. Rich
started his business career as an engineer
with Southern California Edison Company
before entering management consulting with Arthur Young, Ernst &
Young, EDS and Accenture (formerly Andersen Consulting). At
Accenture, Rich was a Partner responsible for Network Operations at
Southwestern Bell, now AT&T. Rich has continued to provide consulting
services to a number of small businesses in the local area including
Adventos, Wheat Ridge Cyclery, RMU Skis, Rhythm Medical LLC and
Proudfoot Cycles. He also manages a family owned commercial real
estate investment company. He supports the local community by
volunteering at First Descents, an organization that helps young adult
cancer survivors, the Breckenridge Ski Patrol and was formerly a Grass
Roots Leader with the Livestrong organization. Rich has a number of
outside interests including traveling with his wife, cycling, skiing,
backpacking/hiking and fly-fishing.
Hima Yerraguntla, At Large
(reappointment)
Arts and Humanities Council
Hima joined the Arts and Humanities
Council of Greenwood Village in January
2016. She and her family have moved often
and lived in various states across the
country, but fell in love with Colorado ever
since they moved here in 2014. She
strongly believes in education for all and advocates promoting Arts and
Education in communities working closely with the council members,
leaders and local organizations. She has used her personal and
corporate experience as a Management Consultant to lead efforts in
developing community projects to build a Library, Science Center and
relevant programs. She enjoys traveling with her daughters who are in
college now. She seeks every opportunity to give back to the
community. As a member of “Making a Difference (MAD) Friends,” a
group of Colorado-based friends committed to philanthropy and social
change, she and her friends collaborate with non-profit organizations in
Colorado such as Family Tree, Hunger Free and Open World Learning to
provide volunteers, practical management training and financial
support.
PG. 8 GV NEWSLETTER | MAY 2018
GOVERNMENT
MAY 2018 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 9
GOVERNMENT
OF interest
LIGHTNING
PREPAREDNESS:
WHEN THUNDER
ROARS,
GO INDOORS
Lightning strikes the ground in our
state more than a half million times
each year and with many of us
participating in outdoor activities, we
need to learn how to protect ourselves
from lightning hazards.
OUTDOOR SAFETY
Outdoors is the most dangerous place
to be during a thunderstorm. Each
year nearly all people in the United
States who are injured or killed by
lightning were involved in an outdoor
activity. Unfortunately, there is no
place outside that is safe from
lightning. The only safe place to be
when lightning is occurring is either
inside a substantial building or an
enclosed automobile.
Here are some important things to
remember before venturing outdoors:
• An informed decision will help you
avoid being in an area where
lightning is expected to occur.
Before heading out get an updated
weather forecast.
• Stay tuned to NOAA Weather
Radio and check National Weather
Service websites or access your
favorite weather apps on your cell
phone for the latest forecast.
• In Colorado it is important to
remember that thunderstorms
typically develop in the mountains
after 11 a.m. That is why it’s best to
plan your climbing or hiking so
you are coming down the
mountain by late morning.
• If thunderstorms are in the forecast,
consider planning an alternate
indoor activity or make plans
which will allow you to quickly get
into a safe shelter.
Once you are outside keep these tips
in mind if you have a safe location
nearby:
• Know where the nearest safe
location is located.
– A safe location is any substantial
building, such as a business, a
home, or a church.
– Any enclosed hard-topped
automobile also offers protection
from lightning.
• Once you hear thunder or see
KNOW THE SOUNDS OF THE LIGHTNING
DEVICES AT MAJOR VILLAGE PARKS
During the summer storm season, Village park users and visitors may be exposed to potential dangers of a lightning storm while being
outside. In efforts to provide a safer environment while attending events at Village Greens Park, Curtis Park, Westlands Park, Silo Park, and
Tommy Davis Park, the Village has installed lightning prediction and warning systems to alert
park users of the potential for lightning before it strikes.
The lightning systems in designated Village parks are prediction systems not detector systems.
These systems measure the shift of the positive and negative ions in the atmosphere and in the
ground that could create an energy flow that may result in a lightning strike once a conductive
cloud to ground path is available. The lightning prediction and warning system senses and
evaluates these shifts and changes in the electrostatic field that precede the occurrence of an
actual lightning strike and activates an audible, as well as, visual warning alerting of the
dangerous conditions.
The systems are set to monitor a 2.5 mile radius from its location. When the conditions are ripe
for lightning at the parks or within the 2.5 mile radius, a continuous audible horn is activated for
a period of 15 seconds alerting users of the potential for lightning and activating yellow strobes
on the roofs of the structures located within the parks. These strobes will stay activated
throughout the period of potential lightning activity and will shut off only after an all clear signal
consisting of three five second audible horn blasts. The systems are operational between the
hours of 7 a.m. and 9 p.m., seven days a week, through the spring and summer months.
For more information, please call Dustin Huff, Parks Manager, at 303-708-6155.
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GOVERNMENT
lightning — immediately stop what you are doing and
quickly get to the safe shelter. Do not wait until the rain
starts to seek safe shelter.
• Once inside a safe shelter it is recommended you stay
there for 30 minutes after the last rumble of thunder.
• Do not wait to seek safe shelter when lightning threatens.
When you hear thunder or see lightning it is important
for you, and your family, to act quickly.
– Past history has shown that most people who were
outdoors and were injured or killed by lightning had
access to a nearby safe shelter.
• Avoid shelters that are not safe from lightning including
picnic shelters, bullpens, tents and any other small
buildings that are open to the elements.
• NEVER... NEVER... get under a tree to seek shelter from
lightning.
If you are outside with no safe shelter nearby:
• In this scenario there is not much you can do to reduce
your risk from being struck by lightning.
• The best thing to do is move away from tall, isolated
objects such as trees.
• Stay away from wide open area.
• Stay as low as possible with your feet close together if
lightning is nearby.
• If you are with a group of people, spread out. This way if
someone is struck by lightning the others can offer first
aid.
• If camping in the backcountry, place your tent in a low
area away from tall, isolated trees.
INDOOR SAFETY
Remember when thunder roars, get indoors! Once you are
indoors keep these additional indoor safety tips in mind:
• Avoid corded electronics, electrical equipment and
plumbing.
• Avoid contact with water such as taking a shower, bath,
washing dishes or doing laundry.
• Stay away from windows, doors, garages and porches.
• Do not lie on concrete floors or lean against concrete
walls.
• If a substantial building is not nearby an enclosed
automobile offers excellent protection from lightning.
For more information, visit www.readycolorado.com/
hazard/severe-weatherthunderstorm. GV
Information provided by Colorado Division of
Homeland Security and Emergency Management
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GOVERNMENT
OUR NATURAL
environment
SPRING COYOTE BEHAVIOR
Wildlife experts indicate that most coyote and human
conflicts have been a direct result of human behavior such as
feeding coyotes, walking a dog without a leash, or leaving
food or water outside for your pets. Although these behaviors
may seem innocent, they are actually harmful to you and
your family, and to the health and safety of the coyote
population.
DO NOT FEED COYOTES
The feeding of coyotes by humans is one of the most harmful
actions man can inflict on coyotes and wild animal
populations. It is essential to minimize human/coyote
conflict as well the health and well-being of coyotes to not be
fed by humans. Coyotes used to being fed become habituated
to human-provided food and alter their foraging and hunting
behavior. The feeding of coyotes encourages them to remain
in residential areas, increasing their encounters with pets and
humans.
What You Can Do:
• Never feed coyotes! Intentionally feeding coyotes is
illegal and these laws will be enforced.
• Keep pet food and water inside.
• Discourage others from feeding coyotes.
• Do not touch young coyotes. A coyote that appears
orphaned most often is not; the mother is usually nearby.
• Teach children not to feed, play with, or pet coyotes.
• Do not give coyotes the opportunity to get into your
garbage; keep garbage in sealed containers with secure lids.
• Remove attractants from your yard such as pet food, water
sources, bird feeders and fallen fruit.
• Fully enclose gardens and compost piles.
IF A COYOTE APPROACHES YOU
Be as Big, Mean, and Loud as possible
• Wave your arms and throw objects at the coyote
• Shout in a deep, loud and authoritative voice
• DO NOT RUN or turn your back on the coyote
• Face the coyote and back away slowly
• If attacked, fight back with your fists and feet
KEEP YOUR DOGS ON A LEASH
As coyotes adapt to their surroundings, they have discovered
that humans provide a sufficient source for food, water, and
shelter. Coyotes will feed on whatever is available to them,
including your household pets. While some attacks on pets
have been known to occur in backyards, many coyote-pet
interactions occur when a household pet is allowed to roam
free.
What You Can Do:
• Keep pets on a six-foot leash when walking at all times.
It is illegal to have your dog off a leash and the law will
be enforced.
• Never allow your pets to “play” with a coyote.
• Pick up small pets if confronted by a coyote.
• Always supervise your pet when outside, especially at
dawn and dusk.
• Never leave cats or dogs outside after dark.
• If you must leave your pet outside, secure it in a fully
enclosed kennel.
• Keep your pets up-to-date on vaccinations.
REPORT COYOTE
BEHAVIOR AND ACTIVITY
Please call the Greenwood Village Police Department at
303-773-2525 with information on coyote sightings. The
Police Department is actively keeping a record of coyote
activity in the Village which will assist the Village in tracking
the coyote population. GV
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GOVERNMENT
BABY BIRDS
RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED
NOT TO INTERFERE
Sooner or later, no matter where you
live, you’ll come across a baby bird on
the ground, especially in the spring
and summer months. You’ll have to
decide whether you should rescue it or
leave it to fend for itself. In most cases,
it is best not to interfere. The natural
parents do a much better job at raising
their young than humans could.
Finding fully feathered birds:
If the bird is fully or partially
feathered, chances are it doesn’t need
your help. As young birds develop,
they soon outgrow the limited space of
a nest. The young birds, referred to as
“fledglings” at this stage, typically leave
the nest and move about on the
ground and on low branches for a few
days before they can fly. Their parents
are nearby and continue to care for the
birds, answering their demanding calls
with regular deliveries of food. Unless
injured, the fledgling bird should be
left where it is.
Efforts should be made to keep cats,
dogs, and curious children away from
the bird so the mother can continue to
feed it. Unfortunately, this is when
people often interfere and take a
healthy bird out of the wild. Not only
is this illegal (except in the case of
starlings, house sparrows, and
domestic pigeons), but it also deprives
the growing bird of essential care it
needs from its parents.
A baby bird that is featherless must be
fed every 15 to 20 minutes from about
sunrise to 10 p.m.
For more information, please call the
Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation
Center at 303-823-8455, visit
www.greenwoodwildlife.org, or call
Greenwood Village Animal Control at
303-773-2525. GV
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GOVERNMENT
ENHANCING OUR
community
SNO CONES, SLIDES & STRUCTURES
JUNE 14, 2018, 6:30-8:30 P.M.
SILO PARK, 9300 E. ORCHARD ROAD
Slide on over to Silo Park, enjoy a sno cone, and
provide your input for the playground replacement
at Silo Park! Take a summer evening stroll down to
Silo Park and join the Parks, Trails, and Recreation
staff in exploring what the new playground at Silo
Park should entail. Bring your ideas to share while
you enjoy a treat with your neighbors.
For more information call Brian Sowder, Recreation Coordinator, at 303-486-5765.
SAVE THE DATE
SATURDAY,
JULY 28, 2018
PG. 14 GV NEWSLETTER | MAY 2018
BUSINESS
MEMBER spotlight
HOW MY DARKEST TIME
BECAME MY GREATEST BLESSING
My name is Matt Pennetti and I’m a new member of the DTC|Greenwood
Village Chamber of Commerce. Because of my membership and
networking within I am able to share my
story with the City of Greenwood Village.
My life has had many chapters, like most.
However, it took a dark turn when I was a
senior in college. I was diagnosed with
“Cluster Headaches,” aka “Suicide
Headaches.” The pain was so intense that it
rendered me helpless. It would last weeks at
a time, essentially keeping me in bed and
holding me away from basketball, and
school.
Doctors prescribed several medications,
some of which numbed me enough to fall
asleep. However, I’d wake in the morning
with the same painful headache. I was failing
class and losing my starting spot on the basketball team. Slowly, I began to
lose hope. I was depressed, and it was becoming worse every day.
In the past I had visited chiropractors however, none of them seemed to be
able to help me with my symptoms. After months of searching, I was
introduced to a doctor specializing in Neuro-Structural Chiropractic. He
was completely different than any other chiropractor. After a few
corrections from this specific doctor my headaches disappeared. I believe he
saved my life. Who knows where the story ends if I had to deal longer with
the constant pain. I completed my degree and played the entire basketball
season as a starter and captain of my team. Ultimately, this experience
alone sent me on the path of becoming a chiropractor.
During school I met my future wife, Lauren. We’ve practiced in San Diego,
for the past four-years, where we welcomed our first-born, Braxton.
Recently, we made the huge decision to move back to Colorado in
February and are ecstatic to open a Neuro-Structural Chiropractic office
right here in Greenwood Village!
Looking back now, the headaches were my greatest blessing. My wife, son,
and passion for my work all developed from my darkest days. I want to
deliver the same opportunity and gift I received when I had no other
options.
Lauren and I cannot wait to begin serving the Greenwood Village
community! We look forward to gaining the support through this
community and are so happy to be involved in the DTC|Greenwood
Village Chamber. Our connections and networking thus far have been of
great help! GV
The Pennetti Family
OUR OFFICE WILL BE OPENING
EARLY SUMMER 2018!
Prime Chiropractic
5956 South Holly Street
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
720-676-6440
Email: team@primechiropracticdenver.com
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
MAY 2018 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 15
BUSINESS
BUSINESSspotlight
CRUNCH FITNESS
8525 East Arapahoe Road • Arapahoe Marketplace • www.crunch.com • 720-399-6184
Monday-Thursday 5 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday 5 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
“NO JUDGMENTS” — Some may call it a tag line, but for
Crunch Fitness it’s a way of life.
The Crunch Fitness manifesto states, “There are no judgments
here — No too much or not enough. No glares of disapproval.
Here we keep open minds. We are nurturers. We seek only to
encourage, empower and entertain. There is no one type. There
is no one reason. There is no one way. What we are is a diverse
community; what we have is a culture of fun; what there is, is
room for everyone; all kinds of people with all kinds of goals
who’ve chosen to come reach them with us.”
Crunch Fitness started as one small gym in a humble
basement studio in New York City’s East Village in 1989 as a
welcoming place for a diverse group of people to get fit.
Today, Crunch serves over 1,200,000 members with over 250
gyms worldwide in 25 states, Puerto Rico, and four other
countries. Crunch is rapidly expanding across the U.S. and
around the globe. The Greenwood Village location opened in
June 2017 and is one of four clubs in Colorado.
“I am thrilled to be opening another club in Colorado,” said
David Harman, owner of the Crunch Fitness clubs in
Colorado. “The population is health conscious and familyoriented
and embodies Crunch’s “No Judgments” philosophy
perfectly. We look forward to being part of this community
for years.”
In addition to the Colorado clubs, Harman operates Crunch
facilities in California, Illinois, Idaho, and New Mexico, with
more than 35 clubs under his management. According to
Harman, Colorado was selected for its breathtaking natural
landscape that contributes to a health-conscious
demographic, passionate about fitness.
Crunch focuses on bringing members the most powerful
workouts to meet their individual needs. They offer tons of
cardio equipment, a 30-minute circuit training line of
machines, free weights, group fitness classes (including yoga,
Zumba, spin and TRX classes), small group training, Fit 3D
body scan, Acurro Heart Rate training, personal training,
tanning and hydromassage. Their certified personal trainers
create the perfect programs to help you reach your goals,
designed 100% around you. With specialized certifications
that ensure you’re getting an effective workout, their trainers
provide limitless motivation for everyone.
You don’t need to be a professional athlete or aspiring fitness
guru to be part of their programs. And if you’re already a
professional athlete, Crunch still wants to hang with you. Get
sweaty with your best friend or meet a new workout buddy
on the turf in the group training sessions! With a team
environment to motivate you through that last rep, your
results are waiting just behind that punching bag. Crunch
trainers will keep you challenged and engaged with expert
attention on your road to glory.
Members looking for guidance or motivation at the gym can
join Camp Crunch, an exclusive program that gives members
the opportunity to work one-on-one with an expert trainer to
drive results. Trainers develop personalized plans to help
members meet their individual fitness goals through signature
small group training, cutting-edge personal training and
unique nutrition programs. Crunch offers a high quality, low
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PG. 16 GV NEWSLETTER | MAY 2018
BUSINESS
NEW GV businesses
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
AMR Management, LLC
6363 South Fiddlers Green Circle,
Suite 1400
303-495-1200
CALL CENTER
Venminder, Incorporated
7935 East Prentice Avenue,
Suite 110-W
502-909-0205
CONSULTANT
J3 Engineering
8100 East Maplewood Avenue,
Suite 150
303-368-5601
MB BIM Solutions, LLC
5995 Greenwood Plaza
Boulevard, Suite 110
303-571-5377
Statera, Incorporated
5619 DTC Parkway,
Suite 900
720-349-0070
EMPLOYMENT AGENCY
Jackson Therapy Partners
5600 South Quebec Street
407-308-3869
FINANCIAL INSTITUTION
West End Wealth Management
5251 DTC Parkway, Suite 290
720-593-9396
FITNESS STUDIO
Locker Fit Lifestyle DTC
7600 Landmark Way, Suite A-201
303-981-0916
HAIR STYLIST
VC Hair Design
c/o Salon Zoe
5958 South Holly Street
720-232-0107
HOME ACCESSIBILITY
EQUIPMENT
101 Mobility
5650 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard
303-459-6990
MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Jacobs Project
Management Company
9301 East Union Avenue
626-578-3500
MOTOR VEHICLES
Nissan North America
6400 South Fiddlers Green Circle
720-728-2600
PUBLIC ACCOUNTING
Watson Coon Ryan, LLC
9250 East Costilla Avenue,
Suite 450
303-792-3020
RENTAL REAL ESTATE
Buchtel Realty Investors, LLC
6295 Greenwood Plaza
Boulevard, Suite 120
720-307-2702
WEB DESIGN SERVICES
Tag Team Design
7400 East Orchard Road,
Suite 1900-N
303-997-5361
WHOLESALER
Safe Rx, LLC
6295 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard
855-723-3791
BUSINESSES
UNDER NEW
MANAGEMENT
CONSULTANT
V-Soft Consulting
6400 South Fiddlers Green Circle,
Suite 1150
303-800-4856
DONUT SHOP
Donut Maker
9625 East Arapahoe Road,
Suite E
303-799-1702
PIZZA RESTAURANT
Papa John’s Pizza
8655 East Arapahoe Road
303-220-80111
spotlight
“No Judgment” means there is room for
everyone, regardless of shape, size, age,
race, gender or fitness level. No matter
your workout choice, Crunch wants you to
feel good while reaching your goals. Come
join the fun at Crunch. GV
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cost fitness location
convenient to both work and
home with a range of
memberships starting as low as
$9.95/month.
Crunch Fitness is conveniently
located at 8525 East Arapahoe
Road in the Arapahoe
Marketplace shopping center.
They are open Monday
through Thursday from 5 a.m.
to 11 p.m., Friday from 5 a.m.
to 9 p.m., and Saturday and
Sunday from 7 a.m. to
7 p.m. For more information,
visit www.crunch.com or
contact them by telephone at
720-399-6184.
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ARTS AND RECREATION
ART & RECREATION
events
Register online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com/art
For more information call the Curtis Center for the Arts at 303-797-1779.
EARTH DAY
Over 250 community members braved
the snow on Saturday, April 21 to
celebrate Earth Day at the Curtis Center
for the Arts. Activities included a tree
planting with Mayor Ron Rakowsky and
members of the Greenwood Village City
Council, breakfast with the artists in the
“Our Planet” exhibit, live music, free
yoga, food trucks and lots of Earthfriendly
activities for the whole family.
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ARTS AND RECREATION
MAY 2018 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 19
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
THE CURTIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS
TO HOST EXHIBIT FROM FORMER
GREENWOOD VILLAGE RESIDENT
AND WORLD-RENOWNED ARTIST
JOELLYN DUESBERRY
WHEN: MAY 12-JUNE 30
RECEPTION: SATURDAY, MAY 12, 6-8 P.M.
CURATOR’S TALK: SATURDAY, JUNE 2, 1 P.M.
WHERE: CURTIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Nationally recognized for her dynamic landscape paintings,
Joellyn Duesberry’s canvases are remarkable with rich and
intense use of color and distinct balance of geometric surface
and depth of various cityscapes and landscapes around the
world. Her use of light, shadow, scale and texture culminates
in paintings that are both visually and emotionally arresting.
Duesberry passed after a battle with pancreatic cancer in
August 2016.
A self-taught oil painter, Duesberry’s long and distinguished
career took her around the world while establishing herself as
a regionalist. Although the Duesberry studio is located in
Greenwood Village, she painted plein-air around the world
for 40 plus years. Exhibited in this show are both well-known
landscapes and rarely seen works that reveal the subjects that
continually inspired Duesberry to revisit them on the canvas
and in person. Her plein-air locales focused on the northeast
and western United
States, while utilizing
the winter months to
create monotypes to
experiment with
abstraction.
An Exploration in Medium examines Duesberry’s prolific
output from the mid-1970s to 2015, including paintings,
monotypes and drawings. Exploring the planes of rural
architecture, exotic land, rock, and water forms for the pull
of unfamiliar geometries, it became obvious that her
consistent choices of color and structure was a response to
the world that came from deepest memory. Southwestern
desert tans and reds (like Virginia hills) made her at ease with
Tuscan, Californian or Spanish bright light, and its sculptural
definition of forms; ancient hill towns of Europe presented
aspects of the same architectonics, hand-forged irregularities,
and the Virginia farmlands and its roofed structures from
where she grew up.
“The act of landscape painting is my most natural,
challenging, and joyful experience in life. My often-quirky
interpretation of Colorado vistas, corners, and waters show
the magical energy of the land. The power I sense in wild
places, imparts to this artist a vibrating energy and strength,
which I must somehow express in every light, mood, odd
angle and scale of vision.” — Joellyn T. Duesberry
Duesberry’s artwork has been acquired
by over 90 public collections both
nationally and internationally. Available
is her 50-year retrospective book titled
“Elevated Perspective: The Paintings of
Joellyn Duesberry,” and “Dialogue with
the Artist,” a 32-minute PBS
documentary film on her process of
painting and monotypes.
This exhibit is curated by Brenda LaBier,
Director of Estate and Gift Planning of
the Joellyn Duesberry Collection. GV
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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!
ART IN THE PARK
Make the journey to Silo Park this summer to create unique hands-on art projects!
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 5 — Popsicles and Painting Kissy Fish
Thursday, June 7 — Stained Glass
Tuesday, June 12 — Rubber Band Art
Thursday, June 14 — Dragon Eye
Tuesday, June 19 — Watercolor Silhouette Paintings
Thursday, June 21 — Exploring Sculptural Ceramics I
Tuesday, June 26 — Exploring Sculptural Ceramics II
Thursday, June 28 — Newspaper Pet Collage
Tuesday, July 10 — Puffy Paint Ice Cream Cones
Thursday, July 12 — Masquerade
Tuesday, July 17 — Styrofoam Prints
Thursday, July 19 — Manuscript ABCs
Tuesday, July 31 — Plate Decorating
Thursday, August 2 — Popsicles and
Painting Slice of Watermelon
$25 per program
Fee includes all supplies and snack
6 to 10 years old
Instructed by Lauren Brant and Maggie Stewart
Silo Park, 9300 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
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.
Mondays, 4 to 5 p.m.
June 11 — Art for Dad
June 25 — Beach Babes
July 9 — Jelly Fish Plates
July 23 — Puffy Paint
Watermelons
$10 per program
Ages 3 to 5 with adult
Instructed by
Lauren Brant
TEEN SUMMER ART STUDIO
If you have a teen who loves art and wants to learn unique
mediums and techniques, this is the summer program for
them!
Mondays, 1 to 3:30 p.m.
June 11 — Mixed Media
June 18 — Ceramic Sculptures
June 25 — Batik
July 9 — Encaustic
July 16 — Papier Mache
Sculptures
July 23 — Silk Dyeing
$25 per program
All supplies provided
Ages 11 to 16
Instructed by Maggie Stewart
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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!
FIGURE DRAWING
This class introduces students to drawing the
human figure using the foundations of
drawing.
Tuesdays, May 22 through June 26
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$120
10% senior discount for ages 65 and older
Instructed by MJ Dowling
DRAWING AND SKETCHING
Begin or develop your drawing skills by
learning how to draw using proper techniques
such as contour and implied drawing,
perspective, proportion, space and value.
Wednesdays, May 23 through June 27
1 to 4 p.m.
$120
10% senior discount for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Rick Brogan
WATERCOLOR
This thorough exploration of watercolor
painting offers instruction and opportunities
for practice in basic wet and dry techniques,
washes, blends and use of transparency.
Fridays, May 25 through June 29
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1 to 4 p.m.
$120
10% senior discount for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Rick Brogan
DYEING FABRICS
In this class we will experiment with dyeing
and painting fabric to create a one of a kind
textile.
Tuesdays, May 22 through June 19
1 to 4 p.m.
$100
10% senior discount for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Maggie Stewart
EXPLORING OIL PAINTING
Whether you’re new to oil painting
or you’re looking to further master
your artistic skills, this ongoing class
will help you paint a variety of
colorful subjects.
Wednesdays,
May 30 through June 27
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$100
10% senior discount
for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Aimee Deneweth
BRUSHING UP YOUR
MODERN CALLIGRAPHY
10% senior discount for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Renée Reese
Practice does make
perfect, and this
class will
rejuvenate your
lettering skills and
take them to the
next level.
Thursdays,
June 7 through
June 28
9:30 a.m. to
12:30 p.m.
$80
OPEN STUDIO: SUMMER PAINTING
Create, share and connect this summer! Bring your photos, paint from
your still life set up or work abstractly in a comfortable and creative
summer environment.
Thursdays, June 14 through August 9
1 to 4 p.m.
$160
10% senior discount for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Aimee Deneweth
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ARTS AND RECREATION
BATIK PRAYER FLAG
Create a set of prayer flags
hemmed and ready to hang!
Students will draw and paint a
resist with wax and dye the
flag. Finished pieces can be
enhanced with paint and
appliqués later.
Saturday, June 2,
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$100
All supplies provided and
10% senior discount
for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Maggie Stewart
COLOR MIXING
Learning to
mix color can
be a challenge
for artists, but
with the proper
tools it can be
a JOY. In this
workshop
we will
explore color
mixing from a couple of different limited palettes.
Saturday, June 9, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$100
10% senior discount for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Janet Anderson
INTRODUCTION TO ENCAUSTIC
carving, layering, collage and ghosting.
Saturday, June 16, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$100
All supplies provided and
10% senior discount for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Maggie Stewart
Learn the
basics of
encaustics or
expand your
knowledge
of this
wonderful
medium.
We will be
working on
multiple
pieces to
experiment
with a variety
of techniques
including
building up,
INDIAN FOLK ART: MADHUBANI ART
This workshop aims at introducing Madhubani to art lovers.
It will provide a hands-on understanding of all aspects of the
art, such as its history, motifs, themes and techniques.
Participants will be guided to make their own paintings.
Saturday, June 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$100
All supplies provided and
10% senior discount for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Mitra Verma
ART WITH HEART GIVING GREETINGS
How would you like to learn to
paint and create handcrafted
greeting cards that would be placed
in the hands of patients, parents,
and staff at The Children’s Hospital
of Colorado?
In this workshop session you’ll learn simple watercolor skills
with paints and watercolor pencils. We’ll also be teaching
collage techniques you can use to make beautiful images.
Besides learning new art techniques, you’ll be creating and
SHARING uplifting and kind messages with The Children’s
Hospital of Colorado. Donate some and/or keep some of the
cards you make. The choice is yours.
All art supplies are
provided for your use
(Yupo paper, collage paper,
blank greeting cards and
more). The morning
schedule will include
demos and time to
practice, followed by a
complimentary lunch, and
the afternoon will be an
open studio atmosphere to continue making greeting cards.
Saturday, June 23
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$50
Ages 16 and older
All supplies and lunch provided
10% senior discount for ages 65 and older
Instructed by Renée Reese
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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
CALL FOR ARTISTS FOR
THE “35TH ANNUAL ALL
COLORADO ART SHOW”
The City of Greenwood Village’s Curtis Center for
the Arts is pleased to announce the 35th Annual All
Colorado Juried Art Show. This exhibit is open for
submissions from artists of all experience levels,
in all mediums, currently residing in Colorado.
Artists may submit a maximum of two pieces for
consideration. The exhibit takes place from July 14
through August 25, 2018, with an opening
reception on Saturday, July 14 from 6-8 p.m.
Artists must apply through www.callforentry.org.
Keyword: greenwood village.
For additional
information or
questions contact
Cultural Arts Manager,
Chris Stevens at
303-708-6110.
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