FYI
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From: "Paul Bingham" <pbingham@ecentral.com>
To: Concerned4@ecentral.com, Concerned5@ecentral.com, Concerned7@ecentral.com
Sent: Friday, April 2, 2010 9:33:19 PM GMT -07:00 US/Canada Mountain
Subject: Littleton, Centennial, Etc., April 2, 2010
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From: "Paul Bingham" <pbingham@ecentral.com>
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Sent: Friday, April 2, 2010 9:33:19 PM GMT -07:00 US/Canada Mountain
Subject: Littleton, Centennial, Etc., April 2, 2010
Hi,
Negligent (adj.), describes a condition in which you absentmindedly answer the door in your nightgown.
This is a neologism, a made-up alternative meaning for a common word.
Please share the following information with your friends and enemys.
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- 2 April, Sterling Ranch Developers Have Withdrawn From Discussions Over Annexation With Littleton.
After a presentation to our Pub Forum on March 18th, and another presentation to the Littleton City Council on March 23rd, a letter was delivered to Jim Woods, Littleton City Manager, from Harold Smethills, Principal of Sterling Ranch LLC, stating "---Sterling Ranch will be ceasing its discussions with the Littleton City Council on any annexation potential------" They were scheduled to appear before Littleton City Council on April 6th. A vote probably would have occurred on whether to continue annexation would have occurred. (Source: Yours truly)
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- April 3rd, Saturday, 2 - 4 pm., Free Film Event: Capitalism, A Love Story
See one of the most talked-about documentaries in the last year, Capitalism: A Love Story, on the library's big screen. Acclaimed filmmaker Michael Moore's latest film sets out to examine what he considers the disastrous impact of corporate dominance on the everyday lives of Americans. With both humor and concern, he explores the question: What is the price that America pays for its love of capitalism? Moore interviews ordinary people whose lives have been turned upside down by the financial crisis and he goes looking for answers in Washington, D.C. and elsewhere. Free popcorn and beverages will be provided for the showing.
Bemis Public Library
6014 S. Datura St.
Littleton, CO 80120
303-795-3961
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- 3rd April, Saturday, 6:30-9:30 pm, 2010, Ballroom Dance
Swing, Waltz, Rhumba and Hop to LIVE Big Band hits featuring the Windjammers 14-piece orchestra. Free dance lesson during band's break. Singles always welcome! Adults only, 303-730-4612, Fee: $10/$8 Resident.
Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave,
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- 5th April, Monday, Centennial City Council Meeting: Study Session - 6 pm. Regular Meeting - 7:00 pm.,
"Agenda has been posted for your viewing. The agendas with supporting documents will now be available by link and will not appear in full on the website. Pleae follow the links to the appropriate agenda and supporting documents."
Centennial Council Chambers, 13133 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial, CO 80112
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- 6th April, 6:30 pm., 2010: City Council tour of newly renovated Fire Station 11. 7:00 pm., Regular Littleton City Council Meeting.
Littleton City Center, 2255 W. Berry Avenue
Agenda
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda
4. Minutes
a) Minutes of Special Meeting March 9, 2010
b) Minutes of Regular Meeting March 16, 2010
5. Introduce New City Employees
Justin Sennett – Fire Dept.
6. Citizens Appearances
a) Guest Citizens
b) Scheduled public appearances
c) Unscheduled public appearances* (limited to 4 minutes)
*Unscheduled appearances are an opportunity for any citizen to express opinions or ask questions regarding city services, council policies, or other matters of community concern that are not part of the scheduled agenda. Generally, an immediate response should not be expected. Typically issues are referred to city staff for follow-up information or research and reported back to the council and the individual that initiated the comment or inquiry.
7. Consent Agenda Items
Consent agenda items can be adopted by simple motion. All ordinances and resolutions must be read by title prior to a vote on the motion. Any consent agenda item may be removed at the request of a Council Member.
a) Ordinance on first reading amending Littleton City Code Section 10-3-2 and adding Section 10-4-4 (B) 2.6 pertaining to pigeons
b) Ordinance on first regarding Conservation Easement for Ensor Property
c) Ordinance on first reading amending city code Sections 10-1-2, 10-3-2, 10-8-2 and adding Section 10-4-15 relating to Animal Boarding and Care Facilities
8. Second and Final Reading on Ordinances and Public Hearings
a) Ordinance on second reading amending Littleton City Code Section10-1-2,
10-3-2 and 10-4-4 and adding Section 10-4-4 (B) 2.5 pertaining to chickens
b) Ordinance on second reading amending the Littleton City Code Section 1-12-5 pertaining to conflicts of interest
9. General Business
a) Motion to remove Municipal Judge James Kimmel
b) Main Street Closure for Fiery Fun on Main Street
c) Request to transfer Sterne-Elder Trust Funds to South Suburban Parks for Improvements at War Memorial Rose Garden
d) Proposed settlement agreement with the State of Colorado regarding natural resource damage claims related to the Lowry Landfill. The Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant's share is $52,088.98 of which the City of Littleton's share is $26,044.49
e) Reduction of expenditures on food - discussion
10. Consideration of Committee, Commission and Board Matters
11. Ordinances on First Reading
12. Resolutions
13. Comments / Reports
a) City Manager
b) City Attorney
c) Council Members
d) Council President
e) DRCOG
14. Adjournment
The public is invited to attend all regular meetings or study sessions of the City Council or any City Board or Commission. Please call 303-795-3780 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting if you believe you will need special assistance or any reasonable accommodation in order to be in attendance at or participate in any such meeting. For any additional information concerning City meetings, please call the above referenced number.
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- Now: Wendermere Street Is Now Closed.
The drainage project on Littles Creek, aka Sterne Ditch, has begun with the closure of Windermere Street.
Caley is also closed where it crosses Wwndemere St.
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- Now: Night Work On Storm Sewer Improvement Project in Centennial
Night work on a storm sewer improvement project at Arapahoe Road & Gibralter. This work was scheduled for four nights from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Arapahoe Rd. will be down to one lane in one direction at a time.
The construction work is weather dependent and will probably be finished in a day or so.
For questions please contact 303-325-8000.
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Now: Littleton Board and Commission Vacancies Filled.
A list of the persons selected to fill board & commission vacancies is in the current issue of The Littleton Report.
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The City of Centennial is currently accepting applications to fill openings on the Board of Adjustment:
a board considering zoning variance applications and administrative appeals. Meetings are at 1:00 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month on as-needed basis at the Centennial Civic Center located at 13133 East Arapahoe Road, Centennial, CO 80112.
Application forms may be obtained on the City Web site, www.centennialcolorado.com, or from the City Clerk, 303-754-3302. All terms are for a period of three years, for which a stipend of $25.00 per meeting will be paid to each attending board member.
Application deadline is 5:00 p.m. April 8, 2010. (source & Contact: Allison Wittern, 303-754-3443)
Date: March 26, 2010 10:33:40 AM MDT
Subject: Arapahoe County News: Wage subsidies available for businesses hiring new employees
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- Wage subsidies available for businesses hiring new employees
"Colorado businesses who are looking to grow their workforce can now receive a salary subsidy to help cover the costs of hiring and training a new employee.
Businesses who hire an Arapahoe or Douglas county resident into a full-time paid on-the-job training before June 30 may be eligible to receive a subsidy up to $6,000 to recover the costs of recruiting, training, and wages for each individual. Subsidies are only available for full-time positions that provide at least 32 hours of work per week. To qualify, a business must have been in operation in Colorado for at least 120 days, pay into workers' compensation and unemployment insurance programs, and have not laid off employees within the past six months.
June 30 is the deadline to apply for wage subsidies. Arapahoe/Douglas Works! will administer more than $1.4 million in HIRE Colorado funds and anticipates it will provide approximately 219 subsidies to businesses.
To apply for a subsidy, or for more information about the workforce center's free services for businesses, please contact Dawn Gardner, Business Development Supervisor at 303-636-1275 or dgardner@co.arapahoe.co.us, or visit www.adworks.org."
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- Now: Broncos Parkway construction to resume with warm weather.
The project extends from Peoria to Potomac streets and consists of widening Broncos Parkway to six lanes from four to serve as an alternative route to alleviate some of the congestion on Arapahoe Road. Work also includes the installation of a waterline, new storm drainage and two traffic signals.
The County estimates major construction will resume mid to late April, assuming weather conditions continue to improve. It is estimated that the project will be completed by the end of June. Project funding comes from Arapahoe County and the Dove Valley Metropolitan District.
If you have any questions, please call Steve Walsh with Brannan Sand & Gravel at 303-853-5171 or if you would like to receive project updates, please call Jon Williams with Arapahoe County at 720-874-6500.
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- 7th April, Wednesday, 10 am., 2010. Littleton Economic Growth Discussion Group
Please join us to discuss: South Suburban Park and Recreation District Ballot Issue A:
"Without raising additional taxes, shall South Suburban Park and Recreation District's existing one (1) mill property tax levy, be extended for the following purposes:
* Acquisition of parks, open space and natural areas.
* Acquisition and development of trails (such as High Line Canal, Lee Gulch, Mary Carter Greenway, and Willow Creek)."
Such extension (to be from the current expiration of 2010) to a period of ten (10) years for collection through and including fiscal year 2020, pursuant to the original terms, and for the additional use of development and maintenance of said open space, parks and trails, all as a voter approved revenue change?
Bemis Library Maun Meeting Room
6014 S Datura Street
Frank Atwood, 720/260-1493, frank_atwood80120@yahoo.com
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- 9th April, Friday, 7 - 11 pm., Buck Blitz for Youth!
"Fri, Apr 9, 7-11 pm. (Ridiculous Relays) In addition to themed activities and contests, swimming is available along with DJ and dancing, basketball and other gym activities plus concessions. This is a supervised, secure program. Ages 10-14, 303-483-7036, Fee: $6
Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave., www.sspr.org
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- 10th April, Saturday, 9:00 am.-10:00 am., 2010: Rep. Joe Rice & Senator Linda Newell's Second Saturday Town Hall
This is an opportunity for us to hear what Joe and Linda have on their minds, and to share with them what we've got on our minds by way of what needs to be done in the the Colorado Legislature.
At Blueberry Bakery & Cafe, Woodlawn Center, 1500 W. Littleton Blvd. (Source: Rep. Joe Rice)
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- 10th April, Saturday, 3 - 5 pm., Nesting Great-Horned Owls
Hike with a naturalist to seek glimpses of hidden adults, nests and even fuzzy owl chicks. Ages 5-12, 303-730-1022, Adult Fee: $9/$6 Resident; Youth Fee: $7/$5 R, Household Rate: $24/$17 R.
South Platte Park, 3000 W. Carson Dr., www.sspr.org
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- 11th April, Sunday, 1:30 - 3:30 pm., Do-It-Yourself Bike Repair:
Sun, Apr 11, 1:30-3:30 pm. Bring your bike for hands-on learning about flat repair, brake and gear adjustment, bike lubrication and riding safety and etiquette. Ages 10 & up, 303-730-1022, Fee: $24/$19 Resident, Family rate: 1 adult+1 child+1 bike $39/$29 R.
South Platte Park, 3000 W. Carson Dr., www.sspr.org
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- 12 April, Monday, 7 - 8:30 pm., Helen Thorpe Speaking on Just Like Us
Journalist Helen Thorpe, wife of Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper, will talk about her best-selling book, Just Like Us.
Meeting Room, lower level, Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton, CO
80120, 303-795-3961
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- 14th April, Wednesday, 4 - 6 pm., Wokshop For Women
Workshop for Women Wed, Apr 14, 6-8 pm. (Repairing Drywall) Become a handywoman. Learn how to do the easy stuff yourself. Material fee required for some classes payable at first class. Adults, 303-730-4609, Fee: $79/$69 Resident.
South Platte Park, 3000 W. Carson Dr., www.sspr.org
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- Now: Centennial Receives Ruling on Preliminary Injunction Hearing about Medical Marijuana Dispensary
Arapahoe County District Judge Christopher Cross ruled today [March 26th] on the second preliminary injunction hearing in favor of the City of Centennial in defending the City's zoning regulations and the temporary moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries.
The Plaintiffs in the case, titled Frascher v. Centennial, sought a preliminary injunction to allow and operate a medical marijuana dispensary at 8006 E. Arapahoe Rd. The injunction was denied because of the City's zoning regulations and the temporary moratorium currently in place lawfully prohibits medical marijuana dispensaries.
(Source & Contact: Allison Wittern, 303-754-3443)
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- Now: Workforce center invites youth to job academies. Youth invited to register now for after-school job academies
"The Arapahoe/Douglas Works! workforce center is now accepting applications for youth, ages 14-21, to participate at no cost in week-long, after-school job academies in April. The academies will be held 4:30-6:30 p.m. daily, April 12-16 and April 19-23 in Greenwood Village, Littleton and Aurora, as well as April 26-30 in Castle Rock.
The academies will focus on helping youth participants gain job-ready skills, such as work values, resume and cover letter writing, interviewing skills and how to present themselves in a professional setting. Each academy also will have an industry focus, highlighting child care, retail, customer service, hospitality or parks and recreation.
Youth who complete the week-long job academies will be invited to participate in special hiring events on the Saturday following their academy. The workforce center welcomes any interested employers to participate in the hiring events to seek work-ready youth job candidates.
Space in the academies is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, please visit www.adworks.org or call 303-636-1160.
(Source & Contact: Haley McKean, Communication Services Specialist II, E-mail: hmckean@co.arapahoe.co.us, Direct: 303-636-1945)
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13th April, Tuesday. 7:00 pm., 2010: April's House District Meeting - RSVP necessary for this event.
Redistricting- Ken Gordon will talk with us about the process, who will do it and why that matters to Democrats.
April 13th, 7 pm, at home of Betty Harris and Ray Flesher – 6281 S Cedar St in Littleton.
From Windermere go either north or south to Fair Ave and turn east to Cedar and turn right.
From Broadway take Caley across to Windermere and go north to Fair or take Littleton Blvd west to Windermere and go south to Fair Ave.
Either way you go, be there! (Source: Betty Harris, HD 38 Chair)
(Ed Note: These emails are non-partisan. I'm glad to post items from Democrats, Republicans, Libertarians, etc, and have done so. Just let me know what you'd like posted. However, I retain the right to be totally arbitrary about what I post.
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- Now: Centennial Youth Commission Seeks Youth Bands for 2nd Annual Battle of Bands Event
"The City of Centennial's Youth Commission is seeking bands to participate in the Centennial Youth Battle of the Bands event on Saturday, June 26, 2010. The majority of band members must be under 21 years of age as of June 26, 2010 to be eligible. Solo performers must be under 21.
This event will be in Commons Park located at The Streets at SouthGlenn, developed by Alberta Development Partners.
If interested in submitting a band to participate in the event, the application is on the City of Centennial's Web site www.centennialcolorado.com. The deadline for applications is May 14, 2010. With the application, please include a well labeled CD, audio and/or video tape with THREE SONGS ONLY performed by the band being submitted. Studio quality is not necessary, but should represent your group well. The submitted material will not be returned. Send all information to: City of Centennial, Attn: Elisha Thomas, 13133 East Arapahoe Rd, Centennial, CO 80112
In addition to seeking musical talent, the City is also seeking sponsorships. For additional information about sponsorship opportunities contact Elisha Thomas at ethomas@centennialcolorado.com or 303-754-3327.
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- 13th April, Tuesday, 12:30-1:30 pm. , 2010: U.S. Energy Policy
Join Active Minds for a look at the science and politics of energy policies in the United States. We will examine our dependence on foreign oil, as well as the pros and cons of nuclear power, hydroelectric power, coal and alternative sources such as wind and solar generated power.
Location: Tattered Cover, 9315 Dorchester St, Highlands Ranch...VIEW MAP
Cost: Free
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- 14th , April, Wednesday, 3:00-4:00 pm., 2010, Water in Colorado
Water may well become the most disputed natural resource of the 21st century. Population growth, climate change, urbanization and other factors have put increasing pressure on a finite resource. Competing water interests have affected Colorado's history for over 100 years. The legal right to divert and use water in Colorado has been debated, legislated and litigated since before the time of statehood in 1876. Join Active Minds as we seek to understand our water history, the current challenges, and what the future holds for our use of this precious resource.
Location: RiverPointe, 5225 S Prince St, Littleton...VIEW MAP
Cost: Free
RSVP: RiverPointe: 303-797-0600
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From: "tom kristopeit" <tomkristopeit@comcast.net>
Date: April 1, 2010 9:02:49 AM MDT
To: "Tom Kristopeit" <tomkristopeit@comcast.net>
Subject: PUB Meeting 15 April SoSubn Election
- 15th April, Thursday, 7pm, Littleton's Pub Forum Meeting. South Suburban Election Of Board Members & Tax Question
Buck Center, Littleton
"The South Suburban election of board members and a tax question will be May 4th. Mail ballots will be sent to all registered voters in mid-April. The most important message of this notice is: VOTE. Exercise your responsibility as a citizen, and thank God for this country and our system of government.
To get you started and more informed, I have invited all the candidates to come to the PUB and make a brief statement. Since there are a dozen candidates, the statements must be limited to 3 minutes.
Following the candidate presentation, pro and con speakers will discuss the 1 mill tax question on the ballot, and then the floor will be open to questions and discussion.
Do you have ideas for a future PUB? Please bring them up for discussion.
Do you have friends on your email list that might want to attend this PUB? Please invite them! (Source: Tom Kristopeit, 303-798-1473)
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- 15th April, Thursday, 4:00 pm.-7:30 pm., Meeting On I-25/Arapahoe Road Interchange Environmental Assessment Project
" Members of the public will have an opportunity to voice opinions and share ideas about how to improve operations at the I-25/Arapahoe Road Interchange. The I-25/Arapahoe Road Interchange Environmental Assessment (EA) project will hold its first public meeting on April 15th at the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church (8545 E. Dry Creek Road, Centennial). The meeting will be an open house format from 4:00-7:30 p.m. There will be no formal presentation.
The I-25/Arapahoe Road EA is a 12 - 18-month study to evaluate reasonable alternatives for the I-25/Arapahoe Road interchange. The goal of the study is to identify a preferred alternative, if appropriate, that would then be eligible for funding and future construction. The study process will include documentation and re-evaluation of the reasonable alternatives previously considered from the earlier Arapahoe Road Corridor Study, System Level Feasibility Study, and evaluation of newly suggested reasonable alternatives.
A project web site has been created to keep the community updated on the progress of the study. "As the study moves forward, we will be posting updated concepts and design alternatives for the interchange," said Joe Hart, project manager with David Evans and Associates, Inc. "We encourage those interested to visit the web site to learn about the project history, submit comments and sign up to receive project mailings." The web site can be found at: www.I25ArapahoeRoadEA.com.
(Source & Contact, Joe hart or Leah Langerman, David Evans and Associates, Inc., 720-946-0969, jhart@deainc.com, llangerman@deainc.com)
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- Now: Centennial residents may be impacted by the noise and construction traffic caused by Construction of new Cherry Creek School District Building
"The Cherry Creek School District is beginning construction on a new Administration Building south of Thunder Ridge Middle School.
Centennial residents may be impacted by the noise and construction traffic caused by this project. All construction traffic will be directed to access the site via Picadilly Street and Riveria Way. Construction work will be underway Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. The project will be complete in December 2010. The City has required the contractor clean the streets from any additional debris from this project.
For questions or comments about this project please contact Tim McKay, klipp Architecture at 303-893-1990 or call Centennial's 24-hr Call Center at 303-325-8000.
(Source & Contact: Allison Wittern, Centennial Public Information & Special Events Manager, 303-754-3443)
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- 20th April, Tuesday, 7:00-8:00 pm/. 2010: Water in Colorado
Water may well become the most disputed natural resource of the 21st century. Population growth, climate change, urbanization and other factors have put increasing pressure on a finite resource. Competing water interests have affected Colorado's history for over 100 years. The legal right to divert and use water in Colorado has been debated, legislated and litigated since before the time of statehood in 1876. Join Active Minds as we seek to understand our water history, the current challenges, and what the future holds for our use of this precious resource. This event is sponsored by Holly Creek Retirement Community.
Location: Castlewood Library, 6739 S Uinta St, Centennial...VIEW MAP
Cost: Free
RSVP: 303-LIBRARY or 303-542-7279
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- Sources Of Information:
A complaint I hear frequently is "how did you know about that." This is especially true relative to meetings having to do with developments and things that directly effect them. Frequently they don't know until it is too late.
Here are some starting points:
- The Littleton Independent newspaper does a great job of covering Littleton activity. www.littleton-independent.com
- The Villager Newspaper, Josh Cole, josh@villagerpublishing.com Covers area around Littleton; Centennial, GWV, etc.
- City of Littleton's website for city doings, meeting, agenda, minutes, at: http://www.littletongov.org
- Littleton Community Network (LCN) for non-government items; arts, clubs, calendar. website at: http://www.littleton.org/
- City of Centennial's website for city doings,meetings, agenda, minutesat: http://www.centennialcolorado.com/
- Carol's blog containing notes on Littleton Council meetings and much else re Littleton: http://littletonviews.wordpress.com/
- South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce's web site at: www.bestchamber.com
- Downtown Littleton Merchants' website at www.downtownlittleton.com.
- Independent Citizens Action Network (ICAN) at www.ICAN4.info Information resource an in the education, government, etc.
- Arapahoe County: http://www.co.arapahoe.co.us/
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- Disclaimer:
This started several years ago with trying to keep "concerned citizens' up to date on meetings about the Marathon property. Later, it became obvious to me at the start of the Littleton Station project that many people didn't know about developments, etc, that were going to impact their lives, and were too busy to find out, and/or didn't know where to get the information. So we continued. This is simply a small attempt to help people keep posted on what is happening, and where to get information on their own.
If you don't want to receive these emails, click on your reply button and put "remove" in as a subject.
On the other hand, if you know someone who would like to receive these emails, please click on the reply button and put their email address and name in as the subject.
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