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Issue #93 — Volume 8 Number 11 — Saturday, November 1, 2008 Inside this issue Lawrence Construction Palmer Lake Monument appoints new members to BOA and PC 8 picked for interchange work approves Monument Detective Mark Owens water rate promoted to sergeant 12

Monument PC adopts downtown hikes design guidelines 13 By David Futey WWSD reports progress on Lake At its Oct. 9 meeting, the Palmer Lake Woodmoor repairs 14 Town Council unanimously approved water rate increases for Palmer Lake Geological Survey won’t join in residents and businesses. Water rates creek sampling 15 will be modified and a water capital im- provement charge added. Steininger to retire from WWSD; Water Trustee Max Stafford listed Cherokee district building aquifer the changes: a 10 percent increase in recharge facility 16 the base charge, an expected 10 percent increase in use, and 10 percent of the Donala on schedule to complete base fund to be used for capital improve- $4.6 million ranch purchase 17 ments. The initial capital improvement funds will be used for the $35,000 in en- gineering and other fees related to design Cut gas line leads to fire at improvements for the water plant infra- McDonald’s construction 18 The final Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority (BRRTA) contract with Lawrence Construction Co. for expansion of the I-25/Baptist Road interchange structure. Water rates were increased by was unanimously approved at a special 8 a.m. BRRTA meeting on Oct. 27. 9 percent last year. D-38 receives $190,000 for PRHS There was no public comment on geothermal system 19 Engineering consultant firm Jacobs Carter Burgess of Denver will manage the construction contract for BRRTA. Brenda Gordon, of the county Procurements and the residential rate increase. However, Contracts Department, who helped negotiate the $12,614,738 contract, awaits the O’Malley’s Pub owner Jeff Hulsmann Children participate in Walk and signatures of Monument Trustee Travis Easton, County Commissioner Wayne raised concern about the rates for over Bike to School Day 20 Williams, and Monument Mayor Byron Glenn. County commissioners Amy Lathen 15,000 gallons of use. He is concerned and Dennis Hisey signed it later. The new 8-lane bridge, dual-lane ramps, and new that businesses in Palmer Lake served by Committee sets D-38 special lanes of Baptist Road between Jackson Creek Parkway and Old Denver Highway the town and not from a well are being education goals 21 are scheduled to be completed in January 2010. The final completion date for the penalized and not on the same playing project will be confirmed at a pre-construction meeting in Monument Town Hall field with businesses like MoZaic restau- Three new WIA board members November 5. Photo by Jim Kendrick rant and other businesses on the west side elected 21 of Palmer Lake. He made a request that commercial rates be unchanged. Infor- By Jim Kendrick ment of Transportation (CDOT) made the mation on the rate changes can be found October Weather Wrap 22 During a special meeting Oct.3, the Bap- interchange expansion a top priority on its at http://www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us/docs/ tist Road Rural Transportation Authority Transportation Improvement Plan but said ord0508.shtml Letters 23 (BRRTA) voted unanimously to select the it would have no funding available for six bid from Lawrence Construction Co., of to10 years. Budget ordinances approved By unanimous decision, the council Books, Gardening, Birds, Arts, Littleton, for the expansion of the I-25 If the $16 million does become approved an ordinance to increase the and Dogs 26-30 Baptist Road interchange. Lawrence pre- available, CDOT will pay BRRTA that viously expanded the I-25 Highway 105 amount. BRRTA would use these funds amount of revenue in the 2008 General Fund budget for various departments to Empty Bowl and Health Fair 31 interchange. The board also considered to help redeem the bonds at that time whether to upgrade the median on Bap- and then terminate the sales tax once all reflect the receipt of funds from state agencies. Snapshots of Our Community 32 tist Road between Gleneagle and Desiree administrative costs for bond redemption Drives. have been paid. If CDOT funding is never The board also unanimously ap-

All five members of the BRRTA available, the sales tax will pay off the proved an ordinance for a transfer of Library events 33 board were present: BRRTA bonds within 20 years. Expected funds to cover budget shortfalls. The • County Commissioners Wayne interest costs are $17 million, plus $21.5 town’s General Fund will be down as PLHS and WMMI 34 Williams, Amy Lathen, and Dennis million for the bond issue, for a total of much as $37,000. The Police Depart- Hisey $38.5 million if current interest rates hold. ment will be over budget by an estimated Events and Calendar 35-39 • Monument Mayor Byron Glenn The approved ballot issue set a cap of $50 $90,000 at the end of 2008 and funds • Monument Trustee Travis Easton million for total costs. were transferred to cover this. The ma- OCN information 39 Interchange contract awarded All aspects of the expansion of the jority of the Police Department budget overage occurred prior to Chief Ferrin’s Background: In a mail-in election in No- state’s interchange must be approved by arrival. Town Clerk Della Gray stated OCN subscription form 36 vember 2006, BRRTA voters approved a CDOT even though the department is not that the Police Department seemed to temporary 20-year 1-cent sales tax to pay paying for the bridge and ramp widening. have difficulty remaining within its bud- for BRRTA bonds totaling $21.5 million. The state will not accept owner- get over the past years. The approved bond issue covers the esti- ship for the new interchange bridge after Look for our next issue There was also an overage in mated construction cost of about $16 mil- construction is completed due to a lack roads maintenance and fire department Saturday, Dec. 6 lion plus administrative and interest costs of projected highway maintenance funds. Ad Reservations: Fri., Nov. 21 for the bond issue. The Colorado Depart- (Continued on page 3) (Continued on page 5) Finished ads in electronic format are due by Fri., Nov. 28 • Palmer Lake increases water rates 1 Letter Due Date: Fri., Nov. 28 • Cherokee district building aquifer recharge facility VOTE! Visit our web site to read, download, 16 and search all the back issues at • Donala to close on $4.6 million ranch in Nov. 17 Tuesday, Nov. 4 Coordinated Election www.OurCommunityNews.org Highlights • D-38 board receives $190,000 for PRHS geothermal 19 7 am to 7 pm Page 2 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 3

BRRTA (Continued from page 1) will become the owner of the new bridge will be demolished to make room for the the new eight-lane bridge over I-25 and While the state will continue to own and over the interstate and have to pay for fu- county’s eastbound span after construc- the new dual-lane ramps. Initial delays maintain the I-25 through-lanes and the ture maintenance of the two new four-lane tion of the county’s westbound span is were due to protected mouse habitat and widened interchange ramps, the county spans. The state’s existing two-lane bridge completed. flood plain issues. Compounding these There have been numerous delays problems was BRRTA’s inability to ob- in initiating the bidding process to build tain needed right of way from adjacent

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The purpose of this sign is to construction costs. of their development proposals. The Board of County block unwanted headlight illumination sweeping across Williams said that Lawrence has done a number of Commissioners will soon approve acceptance of this pay- Linda Silviera’s home, which is adjacent to the southwest projects in El Paso County, including the I-25 Highway ment to the Baptist Road project. In addition, some other corner of this intersection, as cars turn into the frontage 105 interchange expansion and Pikes Peak Regional re-allocations of PPRTA funds to the project have resulted road toward the church. Transportation Authority (PPRTA) projects. All got in about $400,000 remaining in the project budget. Brackin said about 30 feet of visual shielding is very good reviews and were finished ahead of schedule. Brackin said the county had received a lot of com- required. The church board said it had no funds for land- Denslow added that “Lawrence did a better job evaluat- plaints due to the Baptist Road median not being as nicely scaping. There is no available irrigation for planting trees, ing the conditions and schedule for construction and more finished as the new Struthers Road median. Early weather shrubs, or other landscaping on either side of the sign for complete knowledge of the utility issues.” Williams noted delays and change orders had increased the total cost of additional screening. The proposed easement agreement that Lawrence also stated that the project completion date the Baptist Road widening project, leading to the board states that the church would pay for materials, construc- could potentially be as early as 2009, even though the cutting the cost of the median to stay within the project tion, and maintenance of the proposed sign. contracted completion date is May 2010. budget. Primary contractor Rocky Mountain Materials & Silviera noted that the soil on the county right of way Glenn agreed with the committee regarding Law- Asphalt offered to upgrade the Baptist median to match between her property and the frontage road is already rence’s familiarity with utility issues based on its north the Struthers median it had installed with similar red pat- eroding due to lack of landscaping or other means of county construction experience. Williams concurred, terned concrete for about $600,000. Other options offered stabilization. noting the utility delays BRRTA had to deal with in included a smooth red concrete finish that would cost The easement agreement was continued until the widening Baptist Road. Denslow noted that the notice about $450,000 and a gray smooth concrete finish that Nov. 14 meeting. to proceed could be issued by the end of October. The would cost about $350,000. There is no available irriga- The board unanimously approved the following pay- board unanimously approved the award to Lawrence and tion in the Baptist Road median for planting trees, shrubs, ments: thanked Brenda Gordon of the county Transportation De- or other landscaping. • $15,881 to Carter & Burgess Inc. for construction partment for her contract preparation. The board asked Brackin to prepare final engineering • $3,500 to Dawn A. Schilling LLC for preparation and A special meeting was later scheduled for Oct. 27 for cost estimates for these and other options to upgrade the filing of the ratified final 2007 BRRTA audit final award of the contract to Lawrence. Baptist median’s appearance, including available PPRTA • $24,731 to Grimshaw & Harring PC for legal Construction update and county funding sources, based on bidding the up- services Brackin reported that the widening of Baptist Road from grade as a separate project. The board plans to choose one • $3,910 to R.S. Wells LLC for district management Jackson Creek Parkway to Tari Drive was 97 percent of these options and approve advertising for new bids at services complete, except for final completion of the sound wall the next regular BRRTA meeting on Nov. 14. • $30,813 to PBS&J Engineering for engineering between Gleneagle and Desiree Drives, some seeding, Church sign easement continued services and other clean-up. 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He suggested that health department budgets. Classes start November 9 are stepping down. Bristol and traffic control staff might be At the council workshop, McDonald held a meet and greet used instead of police to help citizens in attendance voted 14-5 Register Early! on Oct. 21 to seek participation reduce costs. Hulsmann encour- in favor of supporting the initia- on the Fireworks Committee. aged town members to take part tive. The council had concerns Ages 3 through Adult The planning for the July 4, on the committee because it is a with the wording of a resolution Figure Skate Levels: Snowplow 1 - FS 6 2009, event will need to start prominent event for the town. provided by Citizens for Effec- in January, with a determina- Awake the Lake Committee: As tive Government and decided Ice Hockey Levels: 1 - 4 tion of how many activities can he suggested last month, Huls- to vote on a motion to “support mann requested that the council For information, visit www.cosportscenter.com be assumed. The fireworks will El Paso County ballot initiative take place, but a discussion on consider moving water from the 1a.” or contact Deb at [email protected]. ancillary activities and the num- reservoir to help refill Palmer In citizen input on this vote, ber of days the event takes place Lake. The council needs to con- Hulsmann stated that there is need to be resolved. There is a sult with the state to determine if no sunset provision and stated 16240 Old Denver Highway significant need for volunteers the transfer would be legal, and that the business community they are seeking permission for Monument on site during the event. Anyone in general does not support this interested should contact Bristol the transfer. Hulsmann stated measure. It is also unclear how or McDonald at info@palmer- that “water from the reservoir much money will be raised. lake.org or (719) 481-2953. can not be used anyway” due During the trustees’ discus- Fire Trustee Gary Coleman to issues with the surface water sion, Jack stated that he believes announced that the Annual Chili plant. The collection period will there are still inefficiencies that Supper and Star Lighting will be start in November with excess should be considered. He sug- Saturday, Nov. 29, beginning at water going over the spillway to gested merging the dispatch cen- 5 p.m. other communities downstream. ters presently serving Colorado Stafford announced that wa- Hulsmann suggested 25-30 acre- Springs and county emergency ter production from both wells is feet would fill the lake. services. keeping up with present demand. Portion of Alameda Bristol raised concerns on He had met with Linda Firth of Avenue vacated language within the county ini- RTW, who said it will take two By unanimous decision, with tiative and the potential for big- years to set up a loan for the Trustee Gary Coleman recus- ger government. infrastructure upgrades, which ing himself from the vote, the Business license may total over $2 million, and council approved an ordinance that $35,000 is needed in upfront approved to vacate a portion of Alameda By unanimous decision, the engineering and support for the Avenue while reserving an ease- council approved a business li- loan. Since it is unlikely that the ment or right of way for utilities cense for Done Deals Publishing surface water plant will last the and drainage. David Wilson Inc., a company that develops two or more years until the in- and Richard Kile presented the software for the publishing in- frastructure upgrade is in place, vacation request after a similar dustry. the town will be moving forward presentation was made to the with repairs, such as valves to Planning Commission and at Students make plea for enable shut off to parts of the the council workshop. No condi- deer-crossing signs water distribution system, and tions were placed on the request Palmer Lake Elementary School the media filters. at those meetings. The vacated second-grader Sabryna Nuss- Stafford also requested that land will be part of a subdivision baum, a few of her classmates, citizens not flush pharmaceuti- for new housing. and their teacher, Linda Wilson, cals or dissolve them in a drain. Portions of Clio and El presented a letter to the council 12/31/08. It has been recommended that that requested more road signage pharmaceuticals be placed in a Moro Avenues vacated about deer crossings. The stu- By unanimous decision, the dents are concerned that “cars council approved vacating por- driving in the night can hit the tions of Clio and El Moro Av- deer.” The second-graders ini- enues while reserving a right of tially wrote Police Chief Gene Have your picture way for easement or right of way Ferrin, who then suggested they for drainage and utilities. Tom present their letter to the coun- Day, representing Bob Nance, cil. In the discussion Cressman taken with Santa! John Drew, Jeff Houchin, and pointed out that most deer are Carrie Block, presented the re- hit on Highway 105, managed Perfect for Christmas cards quest. Day met with the Roads by the Colorado Department of Department staff to discuss a Sat,, Nov. 29th, 9 am - 1 pm Transportation, and not on town drainage problem where Clio roads. Cressman said he will fol- By appointment. Call Casey at Snowshoe Photography meets Virginia Avenue. low up with the state regarding Morgan’s Meadow the request and inform students Studios 481-4119. vacated of any progress. By unanimous decision, the The council went into ex- council approved a re-plat of the ecutive session at 9:12 p.m. just-vacated Clio and El Moro ********** And check out our 2,500 square feet of SAFE toys! Avenues land for creation of the The next council workshop •Lego •Playmobil •Schleich •Bruder Trucks •Darda •Educational Toys •Science and Magic • new Morgan’s Meadow subdivi- meeting will be on Nov. 6, and •Thomas the Tank •Groovy Girls •Corolle Dolls •Calico Critter •Charm-it Jewelry • sion. A condition of approval for the next regular council meeting this Morgan’s Meadow re-plat will be on Nov. 13. Both meet- •Classic Wooden Toys •Stuffed Animals •Ravensburger Games and Puzzles • is that Mayor Cressman needs ings will be held at Town Hall •Webkinz •Babies First Gift •Birthday Cards •Free Gift Wrapping • to approve the final copy of the at 7 p.m. Check the town’s Web •and Much More! • re-plat before it can be recorded site (www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us/ with the county. index.shtml) or call 481-2953 for 487-1955 Mon. thru Fri. 10—6, Sat. 10—5 any meeting changes. 155 Jefferson St.—Historic Downtown Monument Page 6 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Lewis-Palmer District 38 now offers Driver Education with

Old man Winter is back in town and he plans on sticking around for a few months. Although skiing is always better when he is in town, if you have ever driven with him, you know that his slick ways mean danger on the road. If you are like most parents, you don’t want your teenager driving in winter conditions; but winter storms come suddenly in Colorado and Colorado drivers need to be prepared for all kinds of weather conditions. Let the National Driver Training Institute tackle tough driving conditions with your teen. Our personal trainers will work with you and your teen and customize lessons that meet your specific needs. We can introduce foundational skills, sharpen existing skills, and tackle the driving tasks that just seem to dangerous in the family car--like driving on snow or ice. Our training philosophy centers on prevention of collisions through defensive driving techniques. While we can show your teen how to get out of a skid, we prefer to show our students how not to skid in the first place. National Driver Training is now conducting regularly scheduled classes in the Tri-Lakes area. Our comprehensive driver education is available through the Lewis-Palmer District #38 Learning Points program. We also provide on-road instruction in Monument and we are working to include 4-hour driver awareness lectures in Monument before the end of the year. Let us handle Higby and Roller Coaster. We can tackle that first foray onto I-25 up Monument Hill. Our coaches are professionally trained and our vehicles exceed state requirements for safety features. Call on us to help you prepare your teen to drive in all of Colorado’s weather conditions. Qualifying 30 hour programs are offered through the Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Learning Points Program

The L-P District #38 program includes 15 hours of class work and 15 hours of home work. The enrollment is accomplished through the Lewis-Palmer District 38 website. The fee covers enrollment, tuition, supplies (a Driver Education Manual and Driver Education program CD-ROM) and lecture fee. In-car instruction is available for an additional fee. Enroll Online: www.Lewis-Palmer.org

On the left side of the page select “Community Schools” then “Middle and High School” Sign up now for November classes.

Get a jump on the holidays! Stress Management and Relaxation Skills for Adults Reach for the stars - be a lifelong learner! Don’t let the stress of the holidays get in the way. Learn several techniques to reduce your stress. Tuesday, November 11, 6:00-7:30 p.m. OR Friday, November 14, 9:30-11:00 a.m. $15 To register, go to www.lewispalmer.org Holiday Card Making for Adults and click on Give beautifully handmade cards that will stay on the mantle far beyond the Community Schools holiday season. or call 785-4224. Wednesdays November 12 and 19, 6:30-8:00 $40

Hands-on Crafting Fun for Families Create your own gifts! Projects include a piggy bank, customized Learning Points thanks picture frame, “Your Name” wall hanging, and more! its supporters Thursdays, November 6-20 4:30 – 6:00 (3 sessions) $70 parent/child pair The Tri-Lakes Women’s Club How about a gift certifi cate for a Learning Points H&L Architects class? See our website for details or call us! National Driver Training Institute Page 8 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11

Monument Board of Trustees, Oct. 6 New members appointed to Board of Adjustment and Planning Commission

By Jim Kendrick total budget. (See article on contract award on page 1.) Triview’s water and wastewater infrastructure under a On Oct. 6, the Monument Board of Trustees unanimously Glenn also asked the trustees to provide suggestions contract with the district. approved the appointment of Brandy Evers to the Board for upgrading the Baptist Road median, noting that it is Glenn said that he recently met with Lewis-Palmer of Adjustment for a term through July 2011. The board not a town project. Trustee Rafael Dominguez suggested School District 38 Superintendent Ray Blanch to “ask if also unanimously approved the appointment of Bill Baker planting of trees. Trustee Steve Samuels noted that no all kids in the district are treated equally” with regard to to the Planning Commission for a term through January irrigation has been installed under the newly installed the new Palmer Ridge High School and the new Monu- 2010. Town Clerk Scott Meszaros swore them in. asphalt on this county road. The Struthers Road median ment Academy. Glenn said Blanch replied, “No, but we’re The board also unanimously approved a letter of is finished with formed red concrete only. working on it.” Glenn noted that D-38 had saved $1 engagement and contract with Gary Barber for water Glenn asked that Town Treasurer Pamela Smith draft million on construction of the new high school, and its brokerage services. The board added a condition of ap- two budgets for 2009 in case the county’s ballot initia- geothermal heating system would pay for itself in seven proval that modified his contract to require full disclosure tives fail and the county funding provided to the town for years. of his brokerage services that are being provided to other public safety is drastically reduced. Glenn reported that Colorado Springs would have county municipalities and water districts to preclude any Glenn noted that Triview Metropolitan District board to find an alternative site for the city’s new Southern conflict of interest. Barber is the executive director for Vice President Robert Fisher had asked Green for a tem- Delivery System reservoir after spending $80 million on the Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority and the El Paso porary delay in the town taking over management and op- studies. Glenn added that municipalities should conduct County Water Authority. eration of the district so that he could have more time to studies on suitability before committing funds for a spe- Trustee Gail Drumm was absent. understand the budget, expenditures, and revenues before cific project design. Service recognition award continuing discussions. Glenn said that he had agreed to Dominguez asked for an update on the upgrade of Town Manager Cathy Green said that Patricia Mettler, a maximum delay of six months for Fisher to learn how the town’s Web site. Green said new software had been who is leaving the Planning Commission and moving to Triview operates. The town then needs to take over dis- obtained and would be installed. Palmer Lake, “was one of the first Planning Commission trict operations to begin projected savings of $400,000 to Senior project delays discussed members we swore in when I was new to this job. I think $1 million per year, “which is more important” than the During public comments, Chuck Roberts, director of the she was truly a breath of fresh air and brought so much to Triview board operating the district separately. Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance, gave a status report on the Ar- the Planning Commission.” Green presented a certificate The intergovernmental agreement between Triview bor Mountain senior residence project that is supposed to of appreciation to Mettler to a round of applause. and the town calls for the dissolution of the special dis- be built on a 2.7-acre lot on Highway 105 that was donated Trustees’ comments trict once Triview has built all the road, trails, and utility by the town to developer Tim Irish. Roberts first endorsed Mayor Byron Glenn reported that the Baptist Road Rural infrastructure so that developers can completely build Glenn’s compliments regarding Blanch, noting the ben- Transportation Authority (BRRTA) had awarded a con- out all developments within the district and paid off the efits to seniors being able to use facilities at Palmer Ridge struction contract to Lawrence Construction Co. on Oct. district’s debt in about 30 years. The town’s Public Works Senior High School as a community school. 3 for expansion of the I-25 Baptist Road interchange. The Department is required to take overall responsibility for Roberts said that he had toured the site and surround- $12.6 million was about $3 million less than the BRRTA operations and maintenance of Triview services upon dis- ing neighborhood with Irish on Oct. 3. “I was distressed solution per the agreement. Currently, town staff operate engineer’s cost estimate and $1.5 million under BRRTA’s (Continued on page 10) Page 8 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 uSUPERINTpENDENT'Sdate In Pursuit of Excellence

Report to the Community • November 2008

Dear Lewis-Palmer Patrons: Our children are growing up in a fast-paced, globally-connected world. While there are many positives to this environment, today’s youth are bombarded by many challenges that we, growing up 20+ years ago, never faced. For this reason, our District is concerned with student resilency – the abilitiy to recover quickly from change or discouragement, in effect, “buoyancy”. Through our District’s strategic vision document, we have identifi ed three main areas of focus in our educational pursuits – Student Learning, the Whole Child, and Community Engagement – and resilency falls within both the Whole Child and Community Engagement components.

We have administered the Survey of Student Resources and Assets (R&A) to our high school LPSD Ballot Overview and middle school students. Research from the American Journal of Public Health indicates Over the past few months, many involved that specifi c youth assets may protect youth from alcohol and drug use and other risk with LPSD have worked hard to share behaviors by means of developing and promoting resiliency factors. The R&A survey is a information regarding the District’s vision tool for assessing the health and well-being of middle and high school age youth, and the for our community and the importance of asset framework represents a common core of developmental building blocks crucial to all becoming educated on the MLO ballot youth, regardless of community size, region of the country, gender, family economics, or question. Currently, our teachers’ salaries race/ethnicity. The survey measures 40 developmental assets, 24 risk behaviors, ten high are on average 4% behind other school risk behavioral patterns, and eight thriving indicators. (Visit www.search-institute.org/assets districts in the Pikes Peak region, and we for more information on “The 40 Developmental Assets”.) are losing many top teachers to surrounding districts. For this reason, $1.5 million (of Once the baseline data is analyzed and key issues are identifi ed from the survey, we will the requested $2.7 million) will be used to establish a Whole Child Task Force comprised of LPSD staff, Tri-Lakes community members close the current compensation gap for our and other mental health professionals. teachers. The remaining $1.2 million will The task force will study the research around the 40 developmental assets and the eight provide the District with resources to prevent thriving indicators. Following this, targeted professional development and student programs further class size increases. In addition, the promoting resiliency factors will be offered dependent on the results of the survey. The funds will be used to preserve and protect results and implications of the survey will then be shared with the entire community through programs like elementary reading intervention a community summit. Through this process, we hope to bring together the community to and technology and media instruction, and support the youth in Lewis-Palmer School District #38 and our schools. to prevent additional fee increases. (Fees for families were raised for the 2008-09 school I am excited about this program and the positive impacts it will have on our students. If you year by $200,000 and included increased are interested in becoming involved in this project, please contact me for more information. athletic fees, technology supply fees and In pursuit of excellence, instrumental music fees.) However, even with successful passage of the MLO, an additional estimated $300,000 in cuts must still be made. (A complete list of fees can be found on the District’s web page.)

Dr. Raymond H. Blanch, Superintendent of Schools If you have any questions regarding the MLO, please visit www.lewispalmer.org or email Superintendent Ray Blanch at rblanch@ lewispalmer.org. The 16th Empty Bowl Dinner: A Great Success Participation from our community and lots of work by volunteers made for another Students Jump Into Elections successful Empty Bowl Dinner this year! On October 15th, the Monument Hill Sertoma Throughout D-38, our students are taking Club held their 16th annual fund raiser at Lewis-Palmer High School. Local artisans part in educational activities surrounding the created more than 600 hand-crafted bowls for the dinner, and many of our students national election. They are involved in events (participating through the Serteen Clubs) helped with the event, which raises funds for Tri- around candidate selection, persuasive Lakes Cares. It is so important that our students see the importance of contributing to their speaking, building a party platform, community and that they are offered on opportunity for hands-on experience in service mathematical analysis of the vote count, to their neighbors. This is a critical factor in educating the Whole Child, part of the D-38 and other elements of the election process. strategic vision, and we are honored to be able to help support this worthwhile tradition. High school students held a voter registration campaign on campus, and this week, some schools will also participate in online voting as part of a national student election program. At this time, when the nation is energized by campaign issues and decisions about our future, it is a perfect opportunity for students to learn the importance of their individual votes and the value of their role in the political process.

Visit Lewis-Palmer School District #38 on the web at www.lewispalmer.org to fi nd out more! Page 10 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 11 by what I heard and saw. Mr. Irish continues to be bur- angry people saying I didn’t know” and asking numerous that has been taken so far. So it isn’t the town that is the dened with added requirements from the Monument Plan- questions at public hearings. problem. It’s the developer.” ning Commission which are not required by applicable Green said Principal Planner Karen Griffith wanted Samuels noted that it already has taken over four regulations. These added requirements continue to delay the community to be aware now that a three-story build- years for planning and constructing the Town Hall proj- the project and add to its costs. These added costs must ing was going to be built, rather than waiting until the ect and that Irish is allowing the senior housing project to eventually be passed on to the residents, which defeat the hearing. Lack of knowledge typically “results in a room slide by not promptly responding to the town, taking “two whole purpose of the project, that purpose being to pro- flooded with residents” and the boards deciding to “put months for something that takes 10 minutes to decide.” vide affordable residences for our senior citizens.” off a decision and delaying a vote” until answers are pre- Glenn stated that a board goal is intergenerational Roberts stated that the town was requiring Irish to pared by the staff for every question that might be asked cooperation. He asked Green to set up a conference call hold a meeting with adjacent Woodmoor and Monument of the Planning Commission and Board of Trustees. It’s with himself, Green, and Irish for the developer to pro- property owners specified by the planning commission- easier for everyone involved to have the citizens ask the vide the town a schedule. Glenn asked Green to report ers. The purpose of the meeting is apparently for these questions directly to the developer in an informal com- to the board when schedule dates are missed. He told neighboring residents to determine if Arbor Mountain munity meeting. Roberts that as a developer and civil engineer, he is sure will block their views of the Front Range and to gather The staff, not the commissioners, had asked for no that there is “no way” this project could already have cost their comments. Roberts said only 21 of the 41 residences more landscaping than the standard 10 percent required $500,000. Glenn told Roberts that he believed that Irish could see the Arbor Mountain facility. None of these 21 by the staff of every Planned Development project. The was attempting “to get to us through you, which is unfair homes would have their mountain views restricted. The staff is “advocating for the seniors, ensuring a nicer to you.” Glenn said it was time to stop “finger-pointing to other 20 homes already have their views restricted or project.” Green said the project delays have been caused get this thing done.” blocked by trees, ridges, or the new Monument Academy more by Irish than by the staff. Irish has not promptly Green added that Irish took several years to turn his school building. responded to staff comments, she said. thoughts into plans after numerous pre-application meet- Roberts said the additional landscaping required by Irish initially submitted plans that provided no kitch- ings that are kept in the project log. Samuels said it was the planning commissioners has more than doubled the en or dining room, although including these facilities was Irish’s job to complete the project and that Roberts should cost of landscaping for the facility, while adding to the a condition of Irish being given the land for free. The staff push Irish to finish the plan, because the board cannot town’s current five-year delay of the project. “Irish has believes the kitchen and dining room added to the revised push it. already invested $500,000 into this project, more than plans may not be large enough to provide three meals a Financial matters twice what he has to invest to start a project. If Irish day. Green stated there is no reason for any staff member The board unanimously approved annual liquor license abandons this project before the continuous flow of new or board member to slow down this project. renewals for King Soopers on Baptist Road and Tri-Lakes requirements from the town, it would be tragic for the Town Attorney Gary Shupp said that any trustees Liquor at 586 Highway 105. senior community and a big black mark against the town who advocated for the project or reviewed plans would The board unanimously approved payments of over of Monument.” disqualify themselves, and they would have to recuse $5,000 to: Roberts said the board should be pro-active in mak- themselves from voting on the project. He recommended • $16,546 to Colorado Intergovernmental Risk- ing the project succeed by having one or more trustees that the board not do as Roberts had requested. Sharing Agency (CIRSA) for quarterly workers’ getting actively involved in planning this project. Roberts Glenn noted that Irish had been in town but had not compensation insurance coverage presented a petition with numerous signatures endorsing talked to anyone in Town Hall. Glenn said Irish should • $16,080 to CIRSA for quarterly property/casualty his prepared statement. He also noted that some seniors attend a board meeting and make his accusations of “our insurance coverage have died while waiting for this project and others can’t not doing our jobs to our face.” • $106,781 to Triview Metropolitan District for its vacate their current leases. Roberts asked, “Why is this project taking so long? share of the town’s July sales tax Green responded by saying the town had “done quite And to me it seems every time I come here and make this • $5,284 to Triview for its share of the town’s August a bit for this project, including donating the land.” The kind of announcement, there’s always a list of reasons motor vehicle tax staff “is being the biggest advocate of seniors” and has and excuses and finger-pointing at Mr. Irish.” He said the • $7,249 to Forest Lakes Metropolitan District for the been conducting thorough project reviews in a manner town doesn’t think it is as important as the new Town Hall town’s share of the district’s water storage tank costs that protects the seniors who will live in the facility. project. “The town should call Mr. Irish to tell him what is • $234,461 to Alexandher Building Co. for a monthly Green said the town staff asks all developers to hold com- needed.” Shupp responded, “That has been done numer- payment on construction of the new Town Hall at munity meetings in adjacent neighborhoods to describe ous times and I can suggest to you that I know a developer Beacon Lite Road and Highway 105 the project ahead of hearings to prevent “a roomful of who could put together this project in about half the time The board unanimously accepted Smith’s monthly sales Page 10 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 11

tax receipt report for the year to date and the monthly fi- with the condition that the club could hold its meetings cess for holding a home-rule election in 2009. Although nancial report for August. Sales tax is tracking the budget rent free in perpetuity. The legality of selling the build- home rule was defeated in previous elections, Glenn said in general with some volatility month to month. General ing has not been analyzed. Green also noted that the the town has changed a great deal. fund revenues are down 4.4 percent, interest income is building’s chronic sewer backup problems would need to The meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m. down 33.5 percent, and general fund expenditures are be disclosed. down 18.5 percent. Year-to-date revenues exceed ex- Green also advised the board that it should develop penditures by $277,310. Water enterprise fund revenues criteria regarding Town Hall for: are down 7.0 percent while expenditures are down 13.4 • Leases—no charge, small charge, or market lease percent, producing a balance that is $172,000 higher than rate budgeted. • Utilities—included or not included in the lease Staff reports • Improvements—offer the building “as is” or use Public Works Director Rich Landreth reported that con- town funds to make improvements struction of the Forest Lakes Metro District water tank • Allowed uses—should Town Hall be used as a thrift has been completed. The tank has been disinfected and is shop or for private individual businesses ready for leak testing. Trustee Tommie Plank said she thought the town would Landreth also reported that a new, smaller pump was be foolish to sell the building. Green said she would so- installed in Well 3 that should last about three years. “Its licit suggestions from the trustees and town department useful life is just about up,” he said. At that point the well heads, then prepare a report on options and issues. should be re-drilled, providing an opportunity to move it Roberts said that D-38 may provide some of its tem- farther west, within a 75-foot radius—farther away from porary buildings on vacant land between Lewis-Palmer Beacon Lite Road. Well 3 is just south of Second Street. High School and the YMCA building for a social center. This Denver aquifer well is currently producing about 80 However, the seniors will continue to need to use the gallons per minute. Town Hall meeting room for noon meals on Mondays and A new small park has been completed on Park Trail Thursdays. D-38 provides noon meals in the “Big Red” along the boundary between the Pastimes and Santa Fe headquarters building on Jefferson Street on Wednes- Trails developments. The edging was installed as part of days. Roberts said his group would like to add meals in an Eagle Scout project. A contest will be held to name the Town Hall on Mondays and Fridays after the new Town new park. The board will pick the winning submission. Hall is completed. The board briefly discussed options for using, rent- Roberts said the Saturday flea market booth his ing, or selling Town Hall when the new municipal build- group sponsors has been inundated with donations and ing is completed in April. Some of the options discussed is running out of storage space. Roberts said the Police were use by the Senior Alliance (with and without a thrift Department’s modular buildings would be better suited shop), renting office space for Tri-Lakes Monument Fire for thrift store storage than would Town Hall. District, or Triview Metropolitan District, renting the The board discussed reducing the speed limit on entire space as a community center or renting individual Old Denver Highway to 35 miles per hour to Wagon Gap Why wait? offices, as well as using part of the building for town stor- Trail, to allow painting of new permanent crosswalks for age space. residents of the adjacent housing areas to cross over to Pay only $50 Green added that one office should be kept for the the Santa Fe Trail, and installing flashing yellow lights for the rest of this year when you register for January 2009 EFT (Easy Fitness Ticket). town’s downtown development director. Smith suggested at each of these new crosswalks. Landreth said the re- Offer good through 11/30/08. New students only. using the building for Public Works staff offices. quested traffic engineers report on the highway is not yet However, the land for the current Town Hall was available. donated to the town by the Monument Homemakers club Glenn said he would like the board to start the pro- Call Carolyn at 488-5776 All Fitness Levels Welcome Think Green

easy to find just east of Knollwood at 1150 Village ence. They are thrilled about the expansion that the Ridge Point. Monument Academy facility has allowed. Children’s The folks at Fox Meadow Church are thrilled ministry on Sunday mornings is continuing to develop, about the central location of its new meeting place. and Fox Meadow University convenes prior to the 10 Monument Academy is less than a mile east of I-25 am service for people desiring more in-depth teaching right off HWY 105. This move has shortened the trip from the Bible. There are groups of attendees that get to church for many attendees. Some have estimated together during the week to share their faith journeys that they save up to 5 gallons of gas per week due to with each other. In addition to all of this, Fox the shortened trip. The pastor, Dave Manst, has even Meadow has a lot of fun together. From set up on walked to the new facility! He comments “It’s not that Sunday mornings, to occasional lunches out, to sum- far .A stroll up Knollwood, across HWY 105 and mer pool parties, there is never a dull moment. then a short walk down Village Ridge. The walk helps Fox Meadow Church is affiliated with the Evan- me physically warm up for a morning of setting up and gelical Free Church of America (EFCA). The EFCA preaching.” is an association of like-minded churches with varying As if these environmentally friendly solutions styles. You can find out more information about them weren’t enough, one of the premier battery technology at www.efca.org. This cutting edge association is engineers in the country calls Fox Meadow his church. maintaining the purity of the traditional Christian faith Dan Rivers runs American Electric Vehicles, which is while dynamically changing with the culture. Atten- on the north side of Palmer Lake. The company spe- dees enjoy the environment of grace grounded in solid cializes in advancing battery technology to generate biblical doctrine. The spiritual atmosphere is attractive alternative forms of fuel for our future. AEV has al- for people in any stage of their faith. ready supplied our military with some of the most cut- All of this leaves no reason to avoid checking out ting edge battery powered vehicles. one of the newest churches in the Tri-Lakes area. With the environment such a hot topic this elec- You’ve got so little to lose, that they even offer a tion season, Fox Meadow has joined the fray. A series money back guarantee if your not completely satisfied of Sunday morning messages through the month of with your Sunday Morning experience. Plan to be at October explored what it would mean to vote for God Monument Academy at 10 AM on Sunday of this in your family, with your wallet and in your commu- week. It will be one of the most spiritually friendly nity. Those who attended were encouraged to seri- things you can do to enhance your environment for the ously DeVote themselves to God’s way of living in week to come. For more information about the By Chris Chin practical ways. church, call the office at 488-4569 or see their website: Fox Meadow Church is doing its part to be envi- Every Sunday morning service at Fox Meadow is www.foxmeadowchurch.com. ronmentally friendly. Everyone who attended the re- loaded with uplifting content and challenging thoughts cent Grand Opening in the new Monument Academy to maximize every week in your life. The music and received an eco-friendly bag compliments of the messages inspire people for everyday living. One at- church. Church leaders estimate that the hundreds of tendee shared, “Sometimes I wonder how I would bags handed out could result in thousands fewer plas- make it through the week without the pick-me-up I get tic bags needing to be made this year! If you missed every Sunday at Fox Meadow.” snagging your very own Fox Meadow reusable bag, In just two years, Fox Meadow Church has built a then just visit Fox Meadow Church any Sunday morn- strong ministry. As one of the newest places to wor- ing at 10:00am. There are plenty more. The church is ship in Monument, the church offers a quality experi- Page 12 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 13

Monument Board of Trustees, Oct. 20 Detective Mark Owens promoted to sergeant

By Jim Kendrick Trustee Gail Drumm was absent from 15 years). Highway 105 and Washington Street. She The Oct. 20 Monument Board of Trustees the meeting. • Raise the construction meter sold the property several months ago but meeting began with formal recognition 2009 Preliminary Budget refundable deposit from $1,000 to has stayed in the house on this property. of the achievements of two outstanding presented $1,500 (new meters now cost more Masse recently asked the District Court members of the Monument Police Depart- Town Treasurer Pamela Smith provided than $1,000). for a preliminary injunction preventing ment. trustees a two-part preliminary draft The increases take effect on Jan. 1. her eviction. Shupp said he had testi- Chief Jake Shirk stated that Mark of the 2009 budget based on passage or The board unanimously approved annual fied during this Oct. 15 injunction hear- Owens was the first member of the depart- rejection of the county’s sales tax initia- liquor license renewals for the Rotelli Piz- ing. The court “re-formed the contract” ment to be promoted during his tenure of tive, Question 1A. The town will lose a za Pasta and Texas Roadhouse restaurants. and gave her three weeks to vacate that 3 1/2 years. “He’s put his heart, his life, his significant amount of county road and Both are in the Monument Marketplace. property. The town may see some moves blood, his sweat, and I can tell you many bridge funding if Question 1A is not ap- The board unanimously approved toward reclamation of the batch plant tears into doing a great job for the Monu- proved. The trustees were asked to review payments of over $5,000 to: property once Masse is removed. ment Police Department.” Shirk said Ow- the budget options and prepare questions, • $107,023 to Triview Metropolitan Development Services Director Tom ens had brought forth the concept of the suggestions, and/or changes in time for District for its share of the town’s Kassawara noted that there has been a department’s tactical team, including the her to present the final budget at a hearing August sales tax. significant increase in commercial de- incorporation of Tri-Lakes firefighters as during the Nov. 17 board meeting. • $5,770 to Triview for its share of the velopment proposals that are now being combat medics. Owens came out on top of The board unanimously approved a town’s September motor vehicle tax. reviewed by his staff. There is still no the testing for this first promotion under resolution for establishing a “Red Flag • $152,787 to Triview for its share of significant residential development. the new department promotion system. Policy” for an identity-theft prevention the town’s annual property tax. Construction of Town Hall by Alex- His wife, Jennifer Owens, pinned on his program. The policy also defines proce- • $8,510 to Krassa & Miller LLC for andher Construction Co. is going quite new sergeant’s badge. dures for identifying suspicious activities professional services for water related well with “no glitches,” he said. Shirk then presented Administrative that might lead to identity theft. The ap- legal issues. Town engineering consultant Nolte Assistant and Court Clerk Mary Ellen proved policy document identifies Smith • $334,905 to Alexandher Building and Associates has had difficulty complet- Burk a chief’s commendation for “her as the “Senior Management Person re- Co. for a monthly payment on ing the renovation project on Third Street, many hours of dedication, hard work, and sponsible for this program.” construction of the new Town Hall at Kassawara said. Most of the utilities have professional behavior that she displays The board unanimously approved a Beacon Lite Road and Highway 105. been moved underground. Drainage on a daily basis. Without Mary Ellen’s resolution recommended by Public Works Staff reports subcontractor Ayres Associates has had driving force and enthusiasm, the Monu- Director Rich Landreth for revising the Town Attorney Gary Shupp reported an personnel changes. The engineer who ment Police Department could not be as town fee schedule to: increase in court cost fees from $10 to originally drafted the drainage design has successful as it is now.” Shirk noted that • Eliminate numerous fees that are no $30, a new $25 extension fee for failure to resigned. The revisions to this design are other police departments have adopted her longer charged. complete requirements for a deferred sen- almost finished now. There have also been “precise” process for promotions due to • Change or delete fee titles that are tence, and a $25 fee for insufficient funds some problems getting permission from its professional, accurate, and well-docu- incorrect or inaccurately named. for a check given to the court. some affected landowners. mented procedures. “Mary Ellen is a very • Raise the fee for business licenses Shupp noted that Kalima Masse Landreth noted that the Forest Lakes important part of a great team of profes- from $50 to $75 (this revenue is was being evicted by the new owner of Metropolitan District water tank was sionals who I have the great pleasure to placed in the business development the Rockwell Ready-Mix concrete batch filled for its leak check. Some of the tens work with.” fund and hasn’t been changed in over plant property on the northeast corner of of thousands of bolts need to be tightened Page 12 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 13

to eliminate the leaks. Shirk also reported a burglary of car will be starting an economic development fice space in the building. Well contractor Amwest Inc. has keys from inside a residence while the corporation, Green said. Trustees Easton and Drumm recom- made its final recommendations for a owners were asleep. The department re- A description of the proposed chang- mended that the building be sold. Smith short-term fix of Well 3. covered the stolen vehicle. es in the town’s relationship with Triview noted that sale of the building would re- Chief Shirk reported that the first Officer Joe Lundy, formerly of the Metropolitan District is being drafted for quire an election. The plumbing, heating, class of the community police academy Palmer Lake Police Department, has been the next town newsletter that will be pub- and air conditioning systems need to be has graduated. A highlight was a taser hired to fill the remaining Monument Po- lished in the first week of December. inspected and possibly replaced prior to demonstration on a volunteer from the lice Department vacancy. Green distributed a first draft of some offering it for sale. class. The department plans to offer the The department is working aggres- of the factors the board should consider in Green said she would mail out book- 27-hour academy program twice per year. sively on local drug activities with the determining priorities for future uses of lets to the trustees on home-rule issues. Green said the graduates were highly sup- Colorado Bureau of Investigation, Shirk the current Town Hall building after the She suggested having the first workshop portive of the class, and she suggested that said. staff moves out in April. An application meeting in January, due to the number of board members attend the classes because Green reported that Roger Davis of form was included in the draft for agen- other issues the board must address in No- they “were so highly praised.” the Lucretia Vaile Museum has completed cies that may want to apply to use the vember and December. Shirk noted that the Police Depart- the plaque it wants to display in the foyer building after it is vacated. During public comments, Colorado ment has started a reserve officer program of the new Town Hall. It is available for The staff’s priorities for the building House District 20 Democratic candidate for certified individuals who wish to vol- viewing by the trustees. were storage, revenue for the salary of the Jan Hejtmanek suggested that the board unteer part-time. These individuals will Green said that she and Glenn spoke downtown development director as well pass a resolution advocating green energy provide their own equipment. The town with Arbor Mountain developer Tim Irish as an office, and luncheon meetings for in response to plans to drill for natural gas will pay for insuring them. The insur- in a conference call after the Oct. 6 board the Monument Homemakers on the first in the state park at the west end of Mount ance cost for each reserve officer is under meeting to discuss complaints he had Thursday of the month. The town cur- Herman Road. Trustee Rafael Dominguez $1,000. raised during a visit with members of rently spends $900 per year for rented noted that he is a member of the energy Shirk discussed a burglary that took the Senior Alliance on Oct. 3. Irish did storage space. committee of the Colorado Municipal place at Tri-Lakes Liquor. New Officer not contact town staff during that visit. The Senior Alliance wants to contin- League, which is aggressively address- Keith Moreland observed a vehicle leav- Irish agreed to return to Colorado to meet ue using the building for mid-day meals ing state energy needs and could give the ing the store at a high speed when he with the town staff on Oct. 30. They will two to four days per week, but has turned board a presentation on the issue. responded to the alarm. The vehicle was discuss all aspects of the design for this down a lease of $1 per year for the entire The meeting adjourned at 8 p.m. apprehended in Palmer Lake, and several senior residence facility. building. ********** occupants ran from the vehicle. Five in- Staff training will be available soon Alive at 25 and the Historic Monu- The next meeting is at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 3 dividuals were arrested. Four were juve- for the town’s new Web site software. The ment Merchants Association want to at Town Hall, 166 Second St. Meetings are niles; they were released to their parents. revision should be up and running by Nov. continue their once-a-month meetings in normally held on the first and third Mon- The other suspect is an adult Colorado 1. the building. Tri-Lakes Fire and Triview day of the month. Information: 884-8017. Springs resident. The Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce Metro are interested in administrative of-

Monument Planning Commission, Oct. 8 New downtown design guidelines approved By Jim Kendrick the staff intends to draft them into an or- • Use of the recommended ily house areas from 15,000 square feet On Oct. 8, the Monument Planning Com- dinance that will go through public hear- design guidelines for traditional and 90 feet to 6,000 square feet and 50 mission approved a report prepared by the ings before the Planning Commission and neighborhood design as standards feet to be more consistent with the original town’s Architectural Design Commit- Board of Trustees. until they are incorporated in the downtown plats. Griffith suggested that tee and recommended that the Board of Some additional recommended strat- town code. side setbacks be reduced from 7.5 feet to 5 Trustees adopt the committee’s downtown egies, in addition to those in the town’s • Adoption of a “Form Based Code” feet and rear setbacks be reduced from 25 design guidelines. The commissioners Comprehensive Plan, were discussed. The component to the municipal code feet to 20 feet. also approved two town code amendments town should provide funding or allocation that includes a specific physical plan The staff suggested changing mini- regarding zone districts and home-based of time for staff or consultants to identify for downtown, with specifications mum lot size and width in R-2 single-fam- occupations. Newly appointed Com- and apply for funding such as grants or for placement of buildings and ily house areas from 9,000 square feet missioner Bill Baker attended his first loans for: standards for design in order to and 65 feet to 7,000 square feet and 50 meeting, replacing former Commissioner • Improvements, including developing achieve the desired form. (See http: feet. She suggested that side setbacks be Patricia Mettler. Commissioner Tom Mar- the Second Street Streetscape and //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Form-based_ reduced from 7.5 feet to 5 feet and rear set- tin was absent. future side street drainage and codes for a description of this type of backs be reduced from 25 feet to 20 feet. Proposed downtown design streetscape projects. regulation.) The staff also suggested reductions in guidelines • Providing cash or low-cost loans After a lengthy discussion, the commis- lot size and setbacks for R-3 multi-family The report and downtown guidelines had to property owners for private sioners unanimously approved the two housing to match requirements common been requested by the Board of Trustees. improvements to downtown buildings documents. in traditional zone districts throughout Principal Planner Karen Griffith said that and streetscapes. Zoning code amendments Colorado to encourage new multi-family the purpose of the report is to recom- Other recommended strategies were: Griffith reported that the staff had development. mend a vision of downtown Monument • Development of a Second Street reviewed the town’s zoning code and sub- All these changes would lessen the as well as a plan for achieving the vision. Streetscape design should be a high division regulations at the request of the need for variance applications to the Downtown design recommendations were priority for enhancing the appearance Board of Trustees. Board of Adjustment for additions or new attached to the report. Once both recom- and viability of Historic Downtown The staff suggested changing mini- construction in downtown Monument and mendations are approved by the board, property. mum lot size and width in R-1 single-fam- encourage more variety in house styles,

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Griffith said. • Creating Class I and Class II home • Allowing the outdoor play areas that After a lengthy discussion, the starting After a lengthy discussion, the board occupation categories, where Class are required by the state for licensed time limit for home business operating approved the amendment 4-1 with Com- I uses have minimal impacts to day care homes. hours was changed from 8 a.m. to 6 a.m. missioner Dave Gwisdalla opposed to surrounding neighbors and Class • Clarifying that mail order businesses and approved 3-2, with Commissioner smaller lot sizes and the possible increase II would require public hearings are an allowed home occupation. Baker and Ed Delaney opposed. in view restrictions for neighboring prop- before the Planning Commission and • Restricting parking of large vehicles The meeting adjourned at 9:32 p.m. erty owners. Board of Trustees on meeting criteria in residential areas. ********** Amendments for home occupa- and compatibility with the adjacent • Restricting deliveries to normal daily The next meeting is at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. tions neighborhood deliveries by public and private mail 12 at Town Hall, 166 Second St. Meetings The staff recommended these changes for • Adding stricter performance carriers. are normally held on the second Wednes- accessory uses for home occupations in standards to ensure minimal impact • Limiting operating hours to 8 a.m. to day of the month. Information: 884-8017. the zoning code and subdivision regula- of authorized home occupations on 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday. tions: the adjacent neighborhood, adding • Adding a provision for annual • Adding an exception to the 20 percent restrictions for noise, light, vibration, inspections and additional inspections limit on the gross floor area and 300- heat, and electrical interference to if a complaint is filed to determine square-foot size limit for accessory current restrictions on glare, fumes, if a Board of Trustees compliance uses for day care, adult care homes, odors, noise, and other “objectionable hearing should be scheduled for and foster care uses. conditions” beyond the lot. license revocation.

Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District Board, Oct. 9 Progress reported on Lake Woodmoor repairs

By Jim Kendrick sion on problems with collapsing soil on drained since the improvements were in- total draining will help ensure that there is The Woodmoor Water and Sanitation the edge of the lake that occurred once stalled. no possible contamination when the state District Board heard on Oct. 9 that steady the draining operation began. The dis- The total cost for installing similar Department of Wildlife restocks the lake progress was being made on routine re- trict owns the lake. District Manager Phil improvements on the Gillings lot and the with a different kind of fish after the lake pairs to the Lake Woodmoor drainage Steininger noted that the previous owner adjacent Woodmoor shoreline now would is refilled. The existing pike and walleyes system and that its cash reserves were had declined the improvements Wood- be about $30,000, said district civil engi- in the lake are also predators of the new safely invested. moor had made to every other residential neer Jessie Schaffer. About $10,000 of that saugeye fish that will be used for restock- All board members and department lot on the perimeter of the lake when it would pay for the portion on the Gillings ing and must be completely removed. heads were present. stabilized the shoreline in the past. Gill- property. The rest of the sinking soil prob- Report on cash reserves Collapsing soil problem ings is not responsible for that decision, lem is occurring on the adjacent district’s Investment banker Randy Rush of In- During opening public comments, Ginger he added. portion of the shoreline. tegrity Bank reviewed the investment Gillings, a Woodmoor homeowner who This settling problem has never oc- Board President Benny Nasser told status of the district’s $7.875 million cash lives on the shoreline of Lake Woodmoor, curred on this unimproved residential Gillings the board was just learning of her reserves. He said none were with Freddie inquired if the board had reached a deci- lot or the district’s adjacent unimproved problem and would not have an answer Mac or Fannie Mae. They are invested in a shoreline because the lake has never been for her at this meeting. Gillings said she 2-year ladder of state-approved short-term wasn’t expecting an answer and just want- investments: ����������� ed to meet with the board. On the advice • 71 percent are in government agency of the district’s attorney, Erin Smith, the instruments. ��� board deferred further discussion of the • 25 percent are in small certificates of issue until the executive session at the end ��� deposit that are all fully insured by of the meeting. the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Operations Superintendent Randy • 4 percent are in insured money market Gillette reported that steady progress is accounts. being made on draining Lake Woodmoor The board went into executive session at to replace the slide-gate drainage valve 2:14 p.m. and associated underdrain pipe network ********** that would be used to rapidly drain the The next board meeting will include the lake in the case of an emergency. The dam 2009 budget hearing. It will be held at will be refurbished as required after the 1 p.m. on Nov. 22 in the district’s con- lake is drained. ference room, 1845 Woodmoor Drive. Gillette noted a slight change in plans. Meetings are normally held on the second Every bit of the existing water in the lake Thursday of the month. Information: 488- must be drained instead of leaving some 2525 or www.woodmoorwater.com . available for construction purposes. This

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Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee, Oct. 14 Geological Survey won’t join in creek sampling

By Jim Kendrick p.m. (488-2525) to Woodmoor’s drinking water 10 a.m. on Nov. 11 at the facility on the second Tuesday of the On Oct. 14, Tri-Lakes Wastewa- • Monument – Nov. 20 at 6:30 supply. Woodmoor is currently conference room, 16510 Mitchell month. Information: 481-4053. ter Treatment Facility Manager p.m. (481-4886) renovating the dam, its emer- Ave. Meetings are normally held Bill Burks advised the Joint Use The purpose of the testing re- gency discharge slide-gate out- Committee (JUC) that the U.S. gime is to define the current let valve, and under-drain pipe Geological Survey (USGS) had water quality in Monument system in preparation for using declined his request to conduct Creek to determine the remain- Lake Woodmoor for storing the third-party sampling for trace ing assimilative capacity to recycled effluent. quantities of heavy metals, absorb minute amounts of these Some testing of Monument total inorganic nitrogen, and metals and compounds. The Lake may also be necessary to phosphates in Monument Creek state water commission ruled characterize how it acts as a upstream and downstream from in June 2007 that it would start water quality pond while hold- the facility. enforcing an “anti-degradation” ing water until it is discharged Facility staff will conduct policy for wastewater facilities below the dam. Limits will be set about a year of testing for these discharging treated effluent to for this new discharge in the new compounds to establish a wa- Monument Creek and Fountain permit before the end of 2009 by ter-quality baseline now that Creek. Upstream samples for the the state Health Department. the creek has been redesignated facility will be taken just below In other matters, Nasser an- from “use protected” status to the Monument Lake dam. nounced that Woodmoor District “reviewable” by the state’s Water The facility has been op- Manager Phil Steininger will Quality Control Commission. erating under a waiver for the retire on Dec. 31. He will be USGS apparently has no addi- minuscule amount of dissolved replaced by Woodmoor’s civil Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Manager Bill Burks tional staff or budget to pay for copper in the facility’s effluent engineer Jessie Schaffer. Op- received the 2008 Rocky Mountain Water Environment a share of this basic research on that allows an average maximum erations Superintendent Randy Association’s State of Colorado Plant Operation Merit the current status of Monument copper concentration in treated Gillette will gain a second title, Award “for accomplishing outstanding results in wastewater Creek. wastewater of 24.8 parts per bil- assistant district manager. treatment.” The Joint Use Committee members congratulating Burks received the 2008 lion (PPB), rather than the cur- The meeting adjourned at him on Oct. 14 are (L-R) Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Rocky Mountain Water Envi- rent permit limit of 8.7 PPB on 10:45 a.m. District Board President Benny Nasser, Palmer Lake Sanitation ronment Association’s State of average. The state has proposed ********** District Board President Dale Platt, and Monument Sanitation Colorado Plant Operation Merit dropping the average amount The next meeting will be held at District Vice-President Lowell Morgan. Photo by Jim Kendrick. Award “for accomplishing out- of copper allowed in the efflu- standing results in wastewater ent to 8 parts per billion (PPB). treatment.” Currently the plant averages a Burks reported that the barely detectable 9-13 PPB of Colorado Department of Public discharged copper and cannot Health and Environment had meet this new standard. The approved his annual self-certifi- testing methods approved by the cation compliance submittal on EPA cannot detect copper levels Sept. 19. Only 59 of 110 major less than 5 PPB. The copper level facilities successfully completed for September was 11.4 PPB. the self-certification process. The estimated cost to modi- The Tri-Lakes facility oper- fy the $6 million facility by add- ates as a separate public utility ing “tertiary reverse osmosis” and is jointly owned, in equal treatment equipment to meet the one-third shares, by Monument proposed new standard of 8 PPB, Sanitation District, Palmer Lake or possibly even less under the Sanitation District, and Wood- as yet undefined anti-degrada- moor Water and Sanitation Dis- tion policy, is $25 million to $30 trict. All three primary represen- million. tatives of the JUC, the facility’s Burks noted that the state’s board, were present at this meet- permit writers have indicated ing: President Dale Platt from that the current temporary permit Palmer Lake, Vice President modification for copper waiver, a Lowell Morgan from Monument, maximum average of 24.8 PPB and Secretary-Treasurer Benny and a maximum of 36.4 PPB Nasser. Several other directors per sample, may be extended for and staff members from the three the new permit while the water districts also attended. quality sampling study is being 2009 testing regime conducted by his staff. finalized Monument District Man- The members of the JUC con- ager Mike Wicklund noted that curred with the increases to the Monument had banned copper 2009 budget their districts will pipe for new and replacement have to cover for the higher costs construction. He added that Triv- of the additional testing required iew Metropolitan District would in obtaining a discharge permit be adopting a similar ban. from the state Health Depart- Woodmoor will pay the ment for 2010 through 2014. The additional cost of sampling JUC agreed to the increase in and testing water in Monument testing during a budget discus- Creek above Monument Lake to sion at the Sept. 9 meeting. The establish a baseline for stream cost of the new five-year permit, quality for its proposed new fa- due in July, is about $11,000. cility discharge location. Wood- The following hearing dates moor intends to pump some of its for the final versions of the JUC share of treated wastewater from budget for 2009 and the support- the Tri-Lakes facility back up- ing 2009 district budgets for the stream to be dumped into Monu- districts are: ment Creek above Monument • Tri-Lakes – Nov. 11 at 10 Lake in the near future. This a.m. (information: 481- pumped effluent would then be 4053) stored in Monument Lake until • Palmer Lake – Nov. 11 at 7 Woodmoor would pump it uphill p.m. (481-2732) to be stored in Lake Woodmoor • Woodmoor – Nov. 13 at 1 for subsequent treatment to add Page 16 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 17

Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, October 15 Steininger to retire from the Woodmoor District; Cherokee metro district building aquifer recharge facility

trict, described his district’s the district’s water supply by enue for the year to be about $32 million project to recharge about 3,000 acre-feet per year. $80,000. Projected administra- the southern part of the Upper An acre-foot is 326,851 gallons. tive expenses and contingency Black Squirrel Groundwater Peterson said that with reuse, the funds total $134,000 leaving a basin. district can extend its water sup- $54,000 deficit and an estimated Peterson said the project ply about five times. He added ending fund balance of about involves 11 unlined ponds that there is the potential for ex- $46,000. Duthie noted that if the with capacities ranging from pansion to 5,000-7,000 acre-feet EPCWA is disbanded (see article 90,000 to 110,000 gallons. per year. He noted that it took on page 17), the PPRWA might The ponds are located near two years to get site approval pick up additional members so the intersection of Henderson from the state agencies. the funding deficit would be Road and Bar 10 Road near Draft 2009 budget reduced. Ellicott. In rotation, the ponds discussed The costs of any projects un- will be filled to a depth of 2-3 Dana Duthie, General Manager dertaken by the authority would feet with treated effluent from of the Donala Water and Sani- be divided among the participat- the district’s wastewater treat- tation District and treasurer of ing districts. ment plant, which is about the PPRWA, distributed copies The dues proposal and 5 miles northwest of the re- of a draft 2009 budget based on budget will be discussed at the charge facility. a two-tier dues structure. Dis- authority’s November 19 meet- The water will percolate tricts serving or with potential ing. down to the alluvial aquifer. Other matters Artist’s rendering of Cherokee Metropolitan District’s to serve 1,200 or more single Above: Peterson said tests demon- • Shaffer reported that the percolation basins. Provided by the Cherokee district. family equivalents (SFE) would strated the high quality of the pay $15,000, down from $25,000 Northern Collaboration water delivered to the aquifer. Committee has been meeting By John Heiser volunteer work for his church. for 2008. Districts with fewer The transfer time to the aquifer with representatives of the At the October 15 meeting of District engineer Jessie Shaffer than 1,200 SFE actual or poten- was about three months. Colorado State Engineer’s the Pikes Peak Regional Wa- will succeed Steininger as gen- tial customers would pay $5,000 He said the district is within office about seeking a ter Authority (PPRWA), Phil eral manager of the Woodmoor per year. In addition, associate 18 months of starting operation. water court decree covering Steininger, General Manager of district. membership would be offered at The facility will handle 1.2 mil- exchanges for wastewater the Woodmoor Water and Sani- At the same meeting, Kip $1,000. After some discussion, lion gallons per day, about 90 plant effluent. Brian Sutton, tation District announced that Peterson, General Manager of the tiered dues structure was percent of the effluent produced water commissioner for the he is retiring January 3 to do the Cherokee Metropolitan Dis- unanimously approved. ���������������������������� by the district, which will extend Duthie estimated total rev- local state water district 10, told the authority that members can continue to operate under administrative exchange approvals from his office but that operating without a decree opens the door for one of the members or others to obtain a priority ���������� position in water rights on Monument Creek. He recommended obtaining ��������������� the decree. He said, “It may eliminate arguments ����������������������� later. It protects you guys ����������������������������������������� from yourselves.” Due to the estimated $25,000 to $40,000 in legal expenses involved, the authority decided to table the matter for now. ���� • Rocky Wiley of Rothberg, ���� Tamburini, and Winsor Engineering reported that ����������������������� after making additional � revisions to the joint water conservation plan in response to requests from the state agency he learned that the agency does not ����� have any remaining grant ������������������������ money. Duthie asked Wiley ����������� to present a bid to prepare a conservation plan for the authority. Following the public meeting, �������������� the PPRWA went into an execu- tive session to discuss negotia- tions and to receive legal advice. ********** ����������������������� The next regular meeting of the ���������������������������������� PPRWA will be held November ������ �������������������������������������������� 19 at 8:30 a.m. at Monument �������� Town Hall, 166 Second Street �������������������������������� in Monument. The meetings ������������������������ are normally held on the third ����������� Wednesday of each month. The PPRWA Web site is � ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ www.pprwa.com. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Page 16 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 17

Donala Water and Sanitation District, October 15 District on schedule to complete purchase of $4.6 million ranch

By John Heiser amounts are $2.5 million for the wastewater plant expan- posed to cost $2.36 per 1,000 gallons per month, up from At the Donala Water and Sanitation District Board of sion, $1.7 million from water sales, $1.2 million from $2.25 per 1,000 gallons per month. Untreated water from Directors meeting October 15, Dana Duthie, Donala’s property taxes, and $860,000 from sewer service. the district’s wells is proposed to cost the golf course general manager, reported that the purchase of the Mt. 2009 expenses for operations and administration are $3.30 per 1,000 gallons per month, up from $3.00 per Massive Ranch is on track to close November 19. The projected at $4.3 million. Some of the larger amounts are 1,000 gallons per month. ranch is approximately 681 acres and is about 7 miles $844,000 for repayment of loans, $675,000 for wastewa- The residential water development fee charged de- southwest of Leadville. The purchase price is $4.6 mil- ter plant expenses, $518,000 for salaries, $500,000 for velopers is proposed to increase from $4,500 per lot to lion with $100,000 in earnest money and the balance due repairs and maintenance, and $290,000 for utilities. $5,000 per lot. The residential sewer development fee is at closing. The contract was signed September 11. The Capital project expenses are estimated at $6.5 mil- proposed to increase from $1,000 per lot to $2,000 per district has 65 days to conduct research on the property lion including $2.5 million for the continuing wastewa- lot. and its water rights. ter treatment plant expansion and $2.5 million for the Residential water and sewer tap fees would remain Duthie noted that the ranch owner, Ronald Strich, ap- district’s pursuit of renewable water. unchanged at $6,000 each. Availability of service fees proached the district not the other way around. The deal The projected ending total fund balance is $6.6 mil- charged owners of vacant lots would be unchanged at would provide rights to at least 225 acre-feet per year of lion, down $4.2 million from the projected ending fund $300 per year. Commercial tap fees and development fees surface water rights. An acre-foot is 326,851 gallons. Ac- balance for 2008. would remain unchanged as well. cording to Duthie, 225 acre-feet represents about 20 per- A hearing on the budget will be held at the board’s A final decision on the rate proposal will be made at cent of the district’s yearly total water use. A water court November 24 meeting. the November 24 board meeting. ruling will be needed to convert the water rights from Water rate increases proposed Water returns project update agricultural uses to district use. Duthie said the district The draft budget was based on the following proposed Duthie reported that the last training session was held expects the final adjudicated amount to be closer to 300 residential water rates for 2009: September 27. Five of the nine participants attended. A acre-feet per year. If as a result of the water court case, sixth has completed his project and been reimbursed. Par- the district receives rights to more than 225 acre-feet, the Water Rate per 1,000 gallons/month ticipants who attended the required number of training district would pay Strich an additional $8,000 per acre- Range (gallons) Old rate New rate Increase sessions have until December 15 to submit for reimburse- foot with an escalation clause if the water court case is not 0-10,000 $ 2.75 $ 3.00 9% ment written estimates or receipts for expenses associated resolved within two years. 10,001-20,000 $ 3.60 $ 3.90 8% with their projects. Duthie noted that in the interest of avoiding po- 20,001-30,000 $ 4.00 $ 4.40 10% Duthie added that the district is considering sponsor- tential opposition during the water court case, district 30,001-40,000 $ 5.00 $ 5.50 10% ing two or three local workshops next year to educate representatives plan to meet with Lake County officials 40,001-50,000 $ 7.00 $ 7.70 10% district residents on ways to reduce their use of water for to determine whether they would prefer that the land be Above 50,000 $ 8.00 $ 8.80 10% landscape irrigation. developed or kept as open space. Other matters Board president Dennis Daugherty presided at the The proposed townhome irrigation water rates match the • Wastewater operator Thom Waite was named the October 15 meeting. Board members Dick Durham, Wil- above residential rates up to 40,000 gallons per month. employee of the quarter for his work in dealing liam George, Tim Murphy, and Dale Schendzielos were Over 40,000 gallons, the irrigation rate would be $7.00 with storm water infiltration problems that nearly present. per 1,000 gallons per month, or $6.00 per 1,000 gallons overwhelmed the wastewater treatment plant. Draft 2009 budget distributed per month for those townhome projects that have made • During the three months from July 1 through In the draft 2009 budget Duthie distributed, total pro- significant reductions in their irrigated landscaping. September 30, the district’s $5.8 million in jected annual revenue is $7.4 million. Some of the larger The rate for reuse water for the golf course is pro- investments managed by Davidson Fixed Income

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Management showed a yield of 3.59 percent, Aqua is negotiating to buy rights to groundwater in still considering adding solar electric panels at the achieving a goal of beating the Colotrust Plus fund, south Douglas County. Aqua is interested in selling wastewater treatment plant and on top of the district’s which yielded 2.22 percent during the same period. the water to local districts. Duthie added that the tanks. The weighted average maturity of the district’s PPRWA representatives said there might be interest • He said start up of the sequencing batch reaction investments is 4.2 months. in purchasing up to 2,000 acre-feet per year if the equipment at the wastewater treatment plant is now • Duthie reported that at its meeting October 1, the El water could be delivered to the Woodmoor Water expected in December. The new biosolids press has Paso County Water Authority (EPCWA) received the and Sanitation District, the Town of Monument, been designed and is being submitted for permitting. final report and presentation on the potential to use Monument Creek, or to a point near Roller Coaster The district would provide the funding and then the Upper Black Squirrel aquifer for water storage. Road and Higby Road. Duthie also reported on the seek to recover a share of the costs from the Triview He noted that legal issues remain as to who owns the PPRWA October 15 meeting. See article on page 16. Metropolitan District. water once it has been pumped into the aquifer. • Duthie said the Donala district representatives met • Duthie reported that additional discussions have • Duthie distributed copies of a letter he wrote to with TCB/AECOM, a company knowledgeable been held with the regulatory agencies that control the EPCWA, proposing that since the authority has about small-scale alternative power projects such Monument Creek water quality. The agencies are completed its current projects, it should be disbanded, as the potential of adding hydroelectric power tightening the standards for effluent discharged into the EPCWA’s responsibilities for administrating generation units at the pressure reducing valves the creek. For more information, see the Joint Use the Transit Loss Model and coordinating with in the district’s water system. TCB/AECOM said Committee article on page 15. other entities should be transferred to the Pikes the turbines require constant flow with fairly high Following the public meeting, the board went into an Peak Regional Water Authority (PPRWA), and the pressure. The conclusion was that it would generally executive session to discuss personnel, negotiations, and EPCWA’s member districts should be encouraged to not be cost effective for the district because most water purchase issues. join the PPRWA. In his proposal, he requested that points in the system where the flow rates are constant ********** the matter be discussed at the EPCWA’s November 5 and high enough, the pressure is insufficient and The Donala board will hold its next regular meeting on meeting. where the pressure is high enough, the flow rates Mon., November 24 at 1:30 p.m. at the Donala office, • Duthie reported that representatives of the are not constant. Duthie noted that district will 15850 Holbein Drive. Meetings are normally held at 1:30 PPRWA met with representatives of Aqua Capital continue to look at opportunities when installing p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month. The district’s Management and WestWater Research. He said new infrastructure. He added that the district is Web site is at www.donalawater.org.

Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board, Oct. 22 Cut gas line leads to fire at construction site

By Jim Kendrick a firefighting class he is teach- King Soopers parking lot. At the Oct. 22 Donald Wescott ing. He suddenly heard a hiss- Every portion of the par- Fire Protection District Board ing sound and observed people tially completed structure was meeting, Assistant Chief Vinny “bailing off the McDonald’s roof demolished by the McDonald’s Burns described a fire that oc- and running.” He ran around the building contractor within two curred within the district on Oct. framed building and saw that the days after the fire. New materials 16 at the construction site for the leaking gas line had ignited and were used to start construction new McDonald’s in the Monu- set the machine on fire. Because all over again to ensure the safe- ment Ridge center at Struthers it was a very windy day, it quick- ty of the new facility for workers and Baptist Roads. ly set the adjacent new wood and future patrons. A gas line between the framing on fire as well. Overall expenses remain McDonald’s and Chase Bank Burns took incident com- within budget buildings was cut by a trench- mand of the scene as Wescott, Treasurer Dennis Feltz reported ing machine, causing flames that Tri-Lakes, and Palmer Lake that expenses for firefighting Oct. 16: A “ditch witch” cable trenching machine struck, quickly engulfed the machine, firefighters arrived in accor- and expendable equipment have ruptured, and ignited a buried natural gas line between then spread to the building site dance with the North Group exceeded the line-item amounts Chase Bank and the new McDonald’s under construction in and nearby equipment. The fire mutual aid protocol. Larkspur in the 2008 budget. However, the the Monument Ridge center on Baptist Road, opposite King was extinguished in less than Chief Jamie Bumgarner served budgeted amounts for the overall Soopers. A strong westerly wind carried the flames to the 2 minutes, saving the majority as safety officer. A Black Forest firefighting budget remain within wood framing of the McDonald’s building setting it ablaze. of the structure. The fire dam- engine and crew moved over to the previously approved total ex- The trencher on the left was a total loss ($15,000) and about age was estimated to be around Wescott Station 1 throughout penditures for the year. $80,000 in damage occurred to the framed walls and roof $80,000 for the building and an- the McDonald’s incident in case The number of wildland of the McDonald’s. The wood structure was demolished other $15,000 for the destroyed there was another fire dispatch firefighting deployments to within two days and all new materials were used to re- “ditch witch” machine. within the Wescott district. California has been larger than build the restaurant building from the ground up. Photo by Burns noted that he was tak- The fire was extinguished expected. The district will be Wescott Assistant Chief Vinny Burns, the on-scene incident ing pictures at the McDonald’s in two minutes. A large crowd reimbursed for these wildland commander. site on Oct. 16 in preparation for observed the incident from the deployment payroll, equipment, and fuel expenses. Board President Kevin Gould noted that the revised format for the treasurer’s report makes it easier for the directors to track each line item from month to month. Further adjustments may be made to the monthly & Partners Campaign Fundraiser

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treasurer’s report format. The treasurer’s report was Sheriff’s Office about problems structure. Over 1,200 people at- the station as a Safe Haven. In Chief Jeff Edwards, Record- accepted unanimously by the with the reverse 911 calls made tended the event. Colorado, 27 babies have been ing Secretary Cheryl Marshall, Board. by El Paso County during the The Residential Fire Safety safely relinquished to firefighters and Burns identified the various The board was also pleased recent manhunt that occurred Institute presented a 2007 Life since this law’s inception. line items that will exceed the with the new format developed in the Gleneagle area. These Safety Achievement Award to The board entered into exec- 2008 budgeted amounts, such as for the draft 2009 annual budget. emergency calls produced an Wescott in recognition of keep- utive session to discuss negotia- fuel and payroll taxes. Edwards It now includes the amount of unidentifiable caller I.D. display ing the community safe and tions at 8:24 p.m. It reconvened noted that the budget is based detail by line item that the board that led numerous homeowners having no fatalities occur during the regular meeting at 9:12 p.m. upon estimates. The board will was seeking. The board decided to ignore the calls. The county runs within the Wescott district There were no other comments. file an amended budget with the to defer any decisions on fire- will be addressing the caller I.D. for the entire year. The meeting adjourned at 9: state, as well as an amended ap- fighter salary increases for 2009 problem, he said. The district has received a 13 pm. propriation if necessary, before until the next board meeting to The district received a thank set of building plans for a new ********** the end of the year. There was a allow sufficient time to review you letter from the Muscular strip mall that will be located The district’s Pension Board will lengthy discussion of options for options. Gould asked each board Dystrophy Association for its in the Monument Ridge center hold its next semi-annual meet- managing the budget as the end member to be prepared to discuss participation in the “Fill the behind the McDonald’s and Wal- ing at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 19 at Sta- of the year approaches. issues and capital projects. Boot” campaign. The firefighters green’s buildings, to the south . tion 1, 15415 Gleneagle Drive, The board members request- Chief’s report raised a Wescott district record Under Colorado’s Safe Ha- followed by the regular board ed that the staff notify them when Chief Edwards reported 89 runs of $14,349. ven Law enacted in 2001, all fire meeting at 7 p.m. Regular board a budget line is within 10 percent in September, for a total of 1,000 The district also received a stations have been designated as meetings are normally held of the expected total. This will runs for the year, a 21 percent in- thank you note from the Forward a “Safe Haven” for mothers to on the third Wednesday of the give the board sufficient time to crease from the previous year. Air Controllers (FAC) Memorial surrender their newborns within month. Information: 488-8680. address any problems or unfore- Edwards informed the Committee for providing medi- the first 72 hours of life with no seen contingencies before they board that he had talked to the cal support during the dedication questions asked. The district has become a financial crisis. ceremony for the new memorial received two signs identifying

Lewis-Palmer District 38 School Board Meeting, October 16 D-38 receives $190,000 check for PRHS geothermal system

district also saved $225,000 in construc- the PRHS students in attendance. tion costs. She thanked the district personnel Mann presided at the meeting. Presi- who were involved in supporting the dent Dee Dee Eaton was absent due to homecoming activities. illness. • October student enrollment report Board discusses needs of – Cheryl Wangeman, Assistant special student populations Superintendent of Operations, Board members and Superintendent Ray presented the initial student count Blanch held a conversation with parents estimates for 2008-09 indicating the and students in Gifted and Talented (GT), district will be 26 full-time equivalent English Language Learner (ELL), and (FTE) students below budget. This Special Education programs. Board mem- will result in reduction in revenue bers asked a variety of questions to gain from the state of $170,300. The insight into the needs of these students decrease is in addition to the decline and their families. The parents noted the of 70 students previously anticipated. importance of advocating for their chil- Wangeman noted that so far this year, dren. They also voiced a common concern the district reduced expenditures regarding their children being challenged $244,000 through elimination of to reach their potential. two positions in administration, five teaching positions, and two FTE Other matters in transportation. She stated that • Citizen comments - Deborah Goth, in these uncertain economic times, mother of children at both district high Above (L-R): D-38 Superintendent cent energy saving anticipated compared the district must closely monitor schools, commented on the recent enrollment and react swiftly and Ray Blanch Keith Emerson of to a conventional high school building. homecoming events held at each Tri-State, D-38 Supervisor of He said PRHS will save about $22,000 responsibly to any changes. Student school. She stated both homecoming enrollment for 2008-09, excluding Maintenance Services Jim Carter, per month in energy costs. He added that dances were fabulous, with 72 MVEA board member Gary Martin, the CO2 savings is the equivalent to tak- Monument Academy, is estimated at percent of Lewis-Palmer High School 5,254. School Board Vice President John ing 80 cars off the road. He noted that the (LPHS) students and 55 percent of Mann. Photo by John Heiser.

By John Heiser At the Lewis-Palmer District 38 School Board meeting October 16, Gary Martin, board member of the Mountain View Electric Association (MVEA), presented an energy credit check in the amount of $190,161, con- sisting of $67,090 from MVEA and $132,071 from the Tri-State Genera- tion and Transmission Association, to the district for the geothermal system and other energy efficient features used in the construction of Palmer Ridge High School (PRHS). Attending the presentation were Darryl Edwards, Manager of MVEA’s Member Ser- vices Department; Ray Singmaster, MVEA master electrician; Debbie Skillicorn, MVEA member services specialist; and Keith Emerson of Tri- State. John Mann, Board of Education Vice President, received the check on behalf of the district. Martin, who lives in Woodmoor and has two children in the district, said the PRHS geothermal heat pump system is the largest in Colorado and is the greatest contributor to the 40 per- Page 20 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 21

• Budget report – Wangeman presented • Updated Board of Education Policy board unanimously approved the final government officials. The district is the 2007-08 audited general fund, Governance® document approved contract amount. planning an event to celebrate this capital reserve fund, and insurance –Blanch presented recent updates • Operating Limitations Policy 2.0: accomplishment. fund balances. The district ended and changes to the board’s Policy General Operating Limitations Board member comments - Mark Pfoff the 2007-08 school year with Governance® manual, which was –Blanch presented this monitoring commented briefly about internet reserves slightly above estimated initially adopted in March 2008. The report in accordance with the Policy safety and asked how the district levels. Increased energy costs were revisions include updated information Governance® model. The policy instructs students in this matter. a major factor during the past year. regarding the DAAC, the Facilities states, in part that the Superintendent Gail Wilson stated that she hopes Wangeman said the district will and Enrollment Committee, and the shall neither cause nor allow district patrons support the Mill Levy strive to build a $200,000 reserve to Audit Committee. Board members organizational circumstances that Override (MLO) ballot measure. cover fluctuating costs of recurring unanimously approved the changes to are illegal, unethical, or imprudent. Mann thanked Blanch and the expenditures such as fuel costs and the policy manual. Blanch addressed comments and leadership team for coming together provision for special needs students. • PRHS contract completion – Fred questions from board members, to do an outstanding job of leading • District Accountability Advisory Voseipka, of RLH Engineering, who suggested minor revisions to the district after the MLO failed last Committee (DAAC) charge approved made a presentation detailing the the report before formally voting to November. – Mirielle Bock, DAAC co-chair, completion of the PRHS construction accept the report. ********** presented the proposed 2008-09 project. The project entailing 217,000 • Consent agenda items - The board The Lewis-Palmer School District 38 charge for the committee. New square feet of space was completed unanimously approved several Board of Education normally meets on responsibilities incorporated into within 21 months from board matters concerning students, the third Thursday of each month at the the charge include participation on approval. He said the construction was personnel, and finances. District’s Learning Center, 146 Jeffer- task forces created to pursue student completed on time and under budget. • Superintendent’s update –Blanch son St. in Monument. The next regular learning ends related to the district With a final Saunders Construction noted that the completion of the monthly meeting of the board will be held strategic vision and reviewing contract amount of $45,413,442, the PRHS construction project required November 19 at 5:30 p.m. with a reception and providing input to the board bond program has a net surplus of an impressive group of people at 5:00 p.m. to 5:20 p.m. for those receiv- concerning the new charter school $1.17 million. Remaining monies including district staff members on ing commendations. application. The board unanimously will be used to finance additional the core team, students on the design The district’s Web site is at approved the charge, which will now improvements at LPHS, including committee, engineers and architects, www.lewispalmer.org. be submitted to the Colorado Board addressing security issues and construction workers, the Woodmoor The Monument Academy Web site is of Education. improvements to the entry lobby. The Improvement Association, and many at www.monumentacademy.net. Children participate in Walk and Bike to School Day

By David Futey walk and bike to school event as part of On Oct. 8, over 60 Palmer Lake school- the 2008 International Walk and Bike to children of various ages participated in a School Day. The event also recognized the town’s Safe Routes to School Grant, which will enable sidewalks to be built from the elementary school to Highway 105. The children and their parents were ���������������������������� accompanied on the walk from the vil- ��������������������������� lage green to the elementary school by an ������������������������������� array of storybook characters portrayed ����������������� by Lewis-Palmer Middle School eighth- ��������������������� graders in the National Junior Honor ���������������������������� Society. Carrie Locke, the eighth-grad- ������������������������������������ ers’ teacher, stated that the students have ������������������� a strong interest in becoming involved in ������������������������� the community and perform a community ������������������ service activity each month during the ���������������������� school year. ������������������������������ ������������������������ The eighth-graders were dressed as ��������������������� Tweedle-Dee and Tweedle-Dum, Alice in Wonderland, Raggedy Ann and Andy, benefits of walking and riding a bike to ���������������� Pocahontas, and the Big Bad Wolf, among school and about safety precautions they ������������������� other characters. Mayor John Cressman should take along the way, like wearing a bicycle helmet when bike riding. Chief portrayed the Wizard of Oz and an- Above: Planning Commissioner Jen nounced the characters as they exited Ferrin indicated that bike helmets from Martin (far right) dressed as the Pied from the Palmer Lake town hall onto the the Oct. 4 Bike Rodeo were still available Piper to lead the participants of the village green. Planning Commissioner Jen for children who did not have one. Walk and Bike to School Day from Martin, dressed as the Pied Piper, led the Lewis-Palmer TV student staff Ryan the Palmer Lake village green to the ��������������������������������������������� participants with flute in hand from the Yoder and Jessie Martin videotaped the school. Photo by David Futey. ������������������������������ village green to the school, where muffins, morning’s activities and interviewed the juice, and coffee awaited them. storybook characters and participants. ����������� ����������������� ��� At the school, Police Chief Gene Fer- Ivywild Costumes of Colorado Springs � �������������� � rin addressed the children about the health supplied the storybook char

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Lewis-Palmer District 38 Special Education Advisory Committee, Oct. 8 Committee sets special education goals

By Harriet Halbig present did not recall receiving such a sur- Brent Burns, a representative from on the site, offer recognition, currently At the Oct. 8 meeting of the School vey. A parent suggested that, rather than Kilmer Elementary, suggested that al- update information available, and offer District 38 Special Education Advisory do such a survey at the end of the year, it though a survey is valuable, it would be two-way communication. Committee, Special Education Director would be useful to do it at the beginning of useful to have ongoing feedback from par- The Parent Support Activity group Julie O’Brien clarified the purpose of the the year, or twice a year, to gauge progress ents on an improved Web site for the pro- stated priorities of sign language, social committee. Attendance was much greater of the individual student. gram. He suggested creating a separate e- skills, ESY (extended school year), ap- at this meeting than at the September Alan Weaver, a representative from mail address within the site for comments plied behavior analysis, and a commercial meeting. Creekside Middle School, suggested and suggestions. Other possible features product called Picture Exchange Commu- She stated that the purpose of the sending out the survey in mid-October, as would be recognition of good results and nication System. committee was to advise the district on parent conferences were scheduled for the a way for parents to post their comments The Parent Survey group said that how best to meet the needs of special- 15th and 16th of the month. He suggested through schools so that personal e-mail teachers need to be informed of when a needs students, to provide a forum for that parents be offered the option of com- addresses would not appear. survey is coming, apply the survey at least parents and to provide support for parents. pleting the survey while at the school, us- Discussion then turned to the new twice in a school year, ensure that all IEP She said it was important to have repre- ing school computer terminals or laptops. report cards being used by the school students’ families receive it, and track the sentation from each school within the dis- He suggested giving parents the option of district. The former report cards were number distributed in relation to the num- trict. O’Brien emphasized that the com- filling out the survey at the school, taking five pages long and the new ones are only ber returned. mittee was not about individual children’s home a hard copy to return, or providing a two. On the new card, a teacher indicates Finally, a representative pointed out experiences but about the system in place way to respond online. whether a student is being taught at, that an e-mail had been received from and how it is administered. A Lewis Palmer Elementary repre- above, or below grade level. In this way David Ervin of The Arc of the Pikes Peak She said it would be valuable for those sentative said that school did a survey last a student with an IEP can receive a higher Region promoting a rally in support of participating in this committee to also at- May and followed up by assigning each grade than in the former system, better Amendment 51 the following week. This tend meetings of their individual building parent a number as they spoke to a fa- representing his or her progress. amendment, subtitled End Colorado Wait advisory committees to be a presence for cilitator. The anonymity seemed to make O’Brien then said that Parent Support List, involves a redistribution of funding special-needs students. Building advisory people more willing to speak up. Workshops could be held on the fourth to provide services to those with special committees then report to the District Ac- When asked how surveys and other Wednesday of each month and offered to needs up to age 25 in such areas as social countability Advisory Committee, which information are distributed, O’Brien said schedule one on the subject of the new IEP behaviors, occupational therapy, and other has direct access to the school board. that when students are registered, they form for Oct. 22. aids. The wait list for adults is several After all present introduced them- provide an e-mail address. The district One parent suggested it would be years at this time. selves, it was determined that every school can filter for children on Individualized helpful to have suggestions on how to The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 was represented except for Grace Best El- Education Plans (IEP) and ensure that write individual goals for the form. In p.m. ementary and Monument Academy. only one copy of each communication is addition, she suggested training to teach ********** O’Brien then sought nominations for sent to a single household. When it was what a parent should expect from staff in The next meeting of the Special Education committee chairman. Chris Amenson, a pointed out that some households lack a administering a plan. Advisory Committee will be held Nov. representative from Palmer Lake Elemen- computer, Weaver suggested offering the The group then broke into three 5, 6-7:30 p.m., at the District Learning tary, volunteered to serve as chair until use of school or library computers. groups to brainstorm the subjects of the Center, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. The February. The group agreed to have him O’Brien said that she would make the Web site, Parent Support Activities, and committee normally meets the Wednesday serve in a temporary capacity. survey available to schools on Oct. 19 and the Parent Survey. of each month to address topics of interest Discussion then turned to the parent let each school determine how to make it The Web site group returned with to parents and staff. For information call survey of last May. A number of those available. suggestions to stress positive language Ilanit Bennaim at 325-6979.

Woodmoor Improvement Association Board of Director, Oct. 27 Third board member resigns; new members elected

family reasons. was elected to fill the remaining two years There were several candidates for the of Weese’s term. three open positions. Presentations were Weese then vacated his seat on the made by some of the candidates, and then board, and elections were held to assign an election was held by the remaining directors to particular positions. George members of the board, including Weese. McFadden, previously the secretary, was Bill Brendemuhl was elected first to fill elected president, James Wilson became Malfatti’s remaining term on the board the secretary, and Mari Rollins was named of just over a year. Mari Rollins was then director of covenant control. elected to fill the remaining three months of Terry Holme’s term, and James Wilson

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Follow gravel and you will see our red our red and white signs to the them to the greenhouse. and white signs, Follow them to greenhouse. By Chris Pollard meeting, Terry Holmes, vice president, the greenhouse. From Black Forest: Go north At the previous board meeting, Steve resigned to spend more time on a new on Black Forest Rd. until it ends Malfatti, president of the board, resigned business he had started. At the Oct. 27 at Hodgen. Go right (east) and mid-meeting citing disagreements with meeting, Kevin Weese, secretary of the make your next left which is the other board members. Following the board, resigned mid-meeting citing Page 22 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 23 October Weather Wrap By Bill Kappel normal, and most (especially the tender plants) weren’t to blow around. The next morning’s commute was a little Overall, the weather was pretty quiet during October, complaining. Quiet, sunny, and seasonal conditions stuck icy, as much of the snow melted on the pavement initially with lots of sunshine interrupted with a couple of stormy around for the next few days, with highs moving from the and then froze into a layer of ice overnight. periods. Temperatures for the month were slightly below upper 50s on the 6th to the upper 60s and low 70s on the Temperatures were chilly the next day as well, with average and precipitation, including snow, was well below 10th. highs barely reaching above freezing. Morning low tem- normal. We did get our first snowfall of the season and This was all ahead of a complex weather system that peratures were generally in the low 20s and upper teens several mornings of hard freezes. A little unusual was affected the region from the afternoon of the 10th through for the next couple of mornings. Sunshine did return the fact that the weather around Halloween was mild and the 13th as an area of low pressure set up shop over the quickly after the system departed the region on the 22nd, quiet, although I don’t think trick-or-treaters were too Rocky Mountain region. This storm brought quite a va- with temperatures moderating through the 25th when unhappy. riety of weather, including heavy snow to Idaho, Utah, highs reached all the way into the low 70s. A dry cold October started off much the same as September end- Wyoming, and Montana. However, for us here around the front did knock temperatures back down on the 26th, but ed—sunny and mild. Sunshine and warm temperatures Tri-Lakes, the moisture and cold air never came together this was short-lived, as mild and sunny weather returned were seen on the 1st with highs hitting the mid-70s. The at quite the same time. Instead, we had a chilly, soaking for the rest of the month. next two afternoons were more reminiscent of August, rain on the 11th with a quarter to a half-inch accumulating A look ahead with morning sunshine giving way to isolated afternoon as temperatures hovered in the low 40s. Then the cold air November can be an active weather month for the Tri- thunder and brief rain as highs remained well above aver- arrived in earnest during the afternoon of the 11th, after Lakes region with winter conditions often experienced age in the 70s. the organized areas of moisture left. This left behind a during the month. However, the past six Novembers have An organized area of low pressure finally began to foggy, cold day on Sunday the 12th. all seen less than average snowfall, which may mean we affect the region on the 4th with cooler temperatures and The third week of the month was a dry week around are overdue for a big November storm—we’ll see. High increasing clouds. The full brunt of the system was felt the region with plenty of sunshine and some gusty after- temperatures average in the upper 40s early in the month on Sunday the 5th, with a steady band of rain moving noon winds from the 13th through the 19th. Temperatures to low 40s by the end with overnight lows often dipping through and a few thunderstorms during the afternoon. fluctuated quite a bit throughout the week, starting off on into the teens and single digits. This band of showers and storms produced a quarter to a the cold side and ending the week above average. High Most years, the first sub-zero temperatures are half-inch of rain. The storm quickly departed the region, temperatures were only in the 40s on the13th and 14th, but recorded in November as well. The official monthly leaving behind a fairly quiet start to the second week of steadily rose throughout the week, reaching into the low forecast for November 2008, produced by the Climate the month. and mid-70s by the weekend. Prediction Center (http://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/ Our first widespread hard freeze was felt across Finally, our first taste of winter arrived as a strong products/predictions/30day/), is calling for equal chances the region on the morning of the 7th when temperatures cold front blasted through the area during the afternoon of normal temperatures and normal precipitation. For a dropped into the 20s. This was about two weeks later than of the 21st. We were first greeted with showers and thun- complete look at monthly climate summaries for the Tri- derstorms. Then as the colder air continued to filter in, Lakes region, please visit http://www.thekappels.com/ rain mixed with and changed to snow. Most of us were ClimateSummary.htm. Marce’s Collection & accumulating snow by around 7 p.m. Snow continued to October 2008 Weather Statistics fall off and on through the early morning hours, and as Average High 59.8° (-0.2°) Pacific-Rim Interiors winds picked up late on the 21st, some of the snow began Average Low 29.1° (-0.6°) Highest Temperature 76° on the 1st Just back from shopping Lowest Temperature 18° on the 22nd and 23rd Guitar Monthly Precipitation 0.96” and ready for the Holidays! (-.75” or 44% below normal) Monthly Snowfall 2.9” (-12.7” or 81% below normal) Lessons Season to Date Snow 2.9” (-13.2” or 82% below normal) All Ages • All Levels • All Styles (the snow season is July 1 to June 30) Season to Date Precip. 11.28” (+1.95” or 17% above normal) Graduate of the prestigious (the precip season is July 1 to June 30) For more detailed weather information and Climatology Guitar Institute of Technology of the Palmer Divide and Tri-Lakes region, please visit in Hollywood with 20 years’ Bill Kappel’s Weather Web page at www.thekappels.com/ Weather.htm. Teaching Experience Remember, weather affects all of us every day and is a very important part of life for us in the Tri-Lakes region, and we want to hear from you. If you see a unique Call Mike at 487-8435 weather event or have a weather question, please contact us at [email protected]. Come join the fun! Bill Kappel is a meteorologist and Tri-Lakes resident Special Night — Thurs., Nov. 13th, 4-7. Also open Fri. 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The OCN area, I (along with many of your Lastly, most voters agree Ron Schwarz Override, Measure 3C, in the editorial board has established a readers) have experienced both that we are entering a more com- Nov. 4 election. policy that we do not knowingly evolutionary and fiscal change in petitive and global economic era. Support the LPSD Mill We live in an amazing com- print letters that have appeared our local school system. We are The more we can contribute to a Levy Override, munity, and we are lucky to have quality educational experience, such good schools. LPSD has the in substantially the same form being asked to consider a fund- vote yes on 3C elsewhere. the better insurance policy we second-highest test scores in the ing measure that has the potential As an education-minded parent Please identify your submis- are providing for our children’s state, has the highest graduation to increase our property taxes by with children in Lewis-Palmer sion as a letter to the editor and and our country’s long-term rate in the state, provides an ex- approximately $14.50/month School District (LPSD) schools include your full name, home ad- prosperity. cellent offering of academic and for the district’s average home and as a Monument resident and dress, and day and evening phone On question 2, I would sports programs, and produces value. The simple questions that property and business owner, I numbers. A limit of 300 words is we might consider are: ask that we think about these outstanding graduates (2008 recommended. Letters may be 1. Is this increase a worthwhile two points: District 38’s School edited for length, grammar, and investment? Board has evolved significantly accuracy. Send your letter to ed 2. Are the stewards of this in terms of fiscal policy and [email protected] or incremental funding in a accountability. The usage of mail to Our Community News, position to make prudent funding granted via measure P.O. Box 1742, Monument, Colo- fiscal decisions with our tax 3C is subject to an independent rado 80132-1742. dollars? oversight board with the spe- In response to problems re- To both questions, I would argue cific objective of funding teacher ceiving e-mail, if you send your … yes. compensation and core educa- letter by e-mail, we will send an On question 1, the value of tional programs, only. e-mail acknowldegement. If you this investment, I would ask that This School Board has do not receive an acknowledge- we consider the following: We made significant changes to the ment, please call Susan Hindman face a unique challenge in that district’s fiscal operating model at 481-8511 to confirm that we our national educational system and has driven in excess of 400K have received your letter. struggles with a pay for perfor- out of its central administrative Disclaimer: The opinions mance model. District 38 has expenses prior to reducing any expressed in Letters to Our maintained superior performance “student facing”������������������� expenses. They ������������������� Community should not be in- in terms of graduation rates, test have clearly recognized and in- terpreted as the view of OCN scores, and college entrants. Our vested in areas that are core to even when the letter writer is a teacher compensation, however, the mission of quality education reporter for OCN. is lagging a bit behind this power in a competitive world. This new ��� ���� ����� curve and we are risking further Board is working to restore any Don’t bail out District 38 loss of top talent to other districts public confidence its predeces���- ���� ����� ���� ��� ��� District 38 does not deserve a who offer better pay. sors have lost and deserves a bailout from us. That is exactly Additionally, there is a direct bit of credit in terms of its fiscal ��� what 3C funding is—a bailout correlation between ranking/ progress. ��� ��� for their mismanagement of performance of a school district These are challenging������������������� eco- ���� ������������������� our tax dollars. Now District 38 and its related property values. nomic times, and while a tax ����� wants a permanent 13 percent Experts have been quoted as de- increase is not considered timely, ��� our investment in District 38 property tax increase. Enough fining the school district-to-prop- ��� ���� ����� is enough. No to the Wall Street erty value ratio as 44 percent. In and its performance is one that ����� Bailout and No to the District 38 using a more conservative figure, makes sense from both a micro ���������������� bailout. Congress should have 10 percent, this would indicate (individual students and local��� ���� ����� ���� ��� ��� teacher benefit) and macro����� (de- voted No on the Wall Street Bail- the (property value) increase on out and you should vote No on our average taxpayer’s invest- livering quality education to our ��������������������������� the 3C bailout. next generation of adults) levels. ������� ��� ��������������������������� Check the ballots out this ����� ������������ ��������������� election cycle. All government ��� ���������������������������� agencies—local, state and fed- ������������������������ eral—want to increase your tax Read�������� All About It � ����� ������������������������ ��������������������������� burden through property tax increases, sales tax increases, ����������������������������������z BusinessWeek, March 3, ��� 2008 ������������� ���������������� ������������������������� income tax increases, automo- ����������������� ��������������������������������������Edward Jones was the highest-ranking ������������������� brokerage firm on BusinessWeek magazine’s �������������������������� bile “fee” increases; the list goes ����������������������������������������������� ������������������������ on and on. I don’t know about second ranking of “Customer Service ������������������������ Champs.” The firm ranked No. 8 among 25 ��������������������������� you, but I cannot afford all of ����������������������������������������������������national���� and international companies� that ������������������������� ����������� ��������������� these increases, and if the past ������������������������������������are the “best providers of ������������ customer service” ���������������������� is any indication, District 38 will ����������������������� ������������������������� based on techniques, ����������������� strategies and tools �� ����������������� continue to make poor decisions �� ����� used to deliver great�������� service, according � to ����� the ������������������������ ������������������������������������������������������������ with your money. ���������������������� �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������magazine. ������������������������������������������������� Some parents in this school ������� ���� �������� ������ ����� �� ������� ����� ��� ������������������������������������������ ��� ������������� ��������������������������������������������������� ����������������������� ������������� ������ ������� ������������������������� district only think locally and are �����������������������������������������������������������������������z ��������������������������������������FORTUNE Magazine, February 4, � ���������������������� ������������� ������ ������� �������������������������� spinning this permanent tax in- �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2008 crease as a wonderful investment ������������������������ ���������������������������������������� For the ninth year, Edward Jones was named ������� ���������������������� in our future, and if it does not ����������������������������������������������������one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” ������������� ����������� pass then life as we know it will ������������������������������������in America by FORTUNE magazine ������������ in its ����������������������������� end. Hogwash. Don’t reward in- ���������������������������������������������������� annual listing. The firm ranked No. 4 overall �� ����������������� competence by giving District 38 ���� �������� ����� ����� ����� ������� ����� ����������������������������� ����� and No. 2 on the ����������������� magazine’s Best Large-sized ����������������� ������������������� more of your hard-earned money. ������������������������ �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������Company list. These nine FORTUNE rankings ������������������������������������������������� Contrary to the spin-meisters at include top 10 finishes for six years and ����������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������� ������������� ������ ������� the district headquarters, the sky Donna M O'Bryant consecutive No.������������������� 1 rankings in 2002 and 2003. �������������������� ���������������������� ������������� ������ ������� is not going to fall when 3C fails Financial Advisor ������ ���� ������ ���� . to pass. They will have to tighten 13710 Struthers Road ������� ���������������������� ������� ���������������������� their belts like everyone else in Suite 110 this downward economy. They Colorado Springs, CO 80921 ������� ������� ������������������� ������ ���� will just have to think outside the 719-487-0407 ����������������� ����������������� box instead of asking the taxpay- ������������������� ������������������� ers to bail them out again. �������� I have a son in ninth grade at Adam Brad Donna Matt Leasha �������� Palmer Ridge High School, and I Grayson Lundberg O’Bryant Surma Larsen ������������������� ������������������� am still voting no on 3C. Palmer Lake Monument Gleneagle Gleneagle Northgate ������ ���� ������ ���� 481-4964 481-0043 487-0407 488-0457 484-0257 Lynn Feldmann

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��������������������� Page 24 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 25 graduates were awarded $8.7 programs—specifically, to pre- to remain competitive with tion, other academic programs well, so programs have been million in scholarships, includ- serve intervention support for neighboring districts. If it fails, and some athletic programs will cut, and services—some to kids ing four Rotary champions, eight struggling students, to preserve the district will face even more have to be cut. who need them most—have been military academy appointments, technology education to prepare significant challenges retaining Student fees have been in- pared to the point of overload for and two “Mayor’s 100 Teens”). students for the 21st century, and high-quality teachers (especially creased 164 percent this year to the associated staff. Measure 3C will benefit to maintain classroom sizes, K- if Academy District 20 and other help alleviate budget shortfalls. Schools are investments—in everyone in our community by 12. This will cost homeowners neighboring districts pass their This increase brings LPSD our kids, in our community, and keeping our schools strong. Our $4.15 per month per $100,000 of measures to give their teachers fees in line with neighboring in the future of the community. I businesses and our property assessed value ($14.53/month for pay raises—D-20, D-2, D-8, and districts. If Measure 3C passes, don’t think $14.73 per month is a values are higher and our crime the “average” priced home in the D-11 are all asking voters for the district will be able to avoid bad investment for a homeowner, rates are lower because of our district). MLOs to “retain and hire qual- further increases, but if it does as there is a direct correlation strong, high-performing schools. LPSD has lost many top ity staff,” or “increase teacher not pass, more and larger student between quality schools and the The district is asking for teachers to neighboring districts salaries). Because of the higher fees (estimated $260/student) value of associated homes. voters to approve $2.7 million due to pay differentials. If Mea- cost of housing in LPSD, most will have to be implemented next If measure 3C is rejected, it to increase teacher compensa- sure 3C passes, the district will of the LPSD teachers drive from year. could be the end of D-38 being tion to competitive levels and to be able to provide teachers a 7 their homes in other districts to A “Yes” vote on 3C is a vote at the top of prospective home preserve strong core academic percent (approx) salary increase get here. Teachers cite smaller to keep our schools strong, and buyers’ relocation lists in El Paso classes and community support strong schools equal strong com- County. On behalf of all of our as reasons they make this drive. munity. students, I urge you to vote yes If Measure 3C passes, we will Ronald A. Grundman on 3C. be sending a strong message of Rowdy Roma continued “community support” Invest in the schools to our teachers. If it fails (for I am writing to those of you who A third choice in District 5 the third time in a row, now), we in recent years have voted no on On Nov. 4, voters in congressio- won’t. measures to fund and operate nal District 5 will see two names LPSD classroom sizes are schools in D-38. I don’t think on their ballot: Republican larger this year than last. To you would vote no without good incumbent Doug Lamborn and respond to state funding reduc- cause. You may have voted no on Democrat Hal Bidlack. However, tions (due to 1.5 percent reduced a financial basis, as a means of there is a third choice for those enrollment), increased expenses, sending a message to the school willing to check the secretary of and to shore up diminishing board, or simply because you felt state’s Web site: write-in candi- reserves, the district had to en- the district was good enough. date Rich Hand, representing the act a $1.8 million budget cut in If you voted no because an unaffiliated voter. 2008-09, including a $400,000 Back row: Dr. Bellamy, Diane. Front row: Linda, Sandy additional $14.73 per month (just In Colorado District 5, un- cut in central administration. under $175 per year) in property affiliated voters are over 90,000 This resulted in the loss of 15 taxes is too much to bear, then strong and are the second-largest teachers and significantly larger vote no again. If you voted no to “party.” These are voters like classroom sizes district-wide. get the school board’s attention, me, who have decided neither My middle-schoolers have seen ask yourself this: Haven’t they party deserves our support; vot- their classroom sizes increase gotten the message already? If ers that believe the two parties from 26 to 32 since last year. you voted no because D-38 was have become so obsessed with Peak elementary classroom sizes “good enough,” you may have re-election, that they have for- • Quality Family Dentistry have risen from 26 to 29. If Mea- been right then, but not now. gotten who they represent. • Crowns, Bridges, Implants sure 3C passes, the district will When my wife and I moved ne of the many examples of • Natural Cosmetic Dentistry be able to hold the line at this here four years ago, we did a lot this is the most recent “debate” level and prevent further growth • Whitening • Lifelike Veneers • Bonding of research into El Paso County on energy policy shut down in classroom size. But, if it fails, schools. D-38 came up at the by Nancy Pelosi, Democratic • Tooth Colored Fillings classroom sizes will grow sub- top of our list for many reasons. speaker of the House. She shut • Delta, Anthem, and Military Provider stantially again next year, with Class sizes and resources per down debate because she and the loss of 16-20 more teaching student were two of them. Things she alone did not want to con- positions. change and these factors have sider any bipartisan approach Currently, LPSD offers read- as well. Because of the failure to energy policy. Unfortunately, ing intervention for struggling of past measures, second- and both parties have adopted this students and important technol- third-grade classes at our kids’ philosophy as an overall politi- ogy education K-12. If Measure school have been cut and there- cal strategy. Our representatives 3C passes, the district will be fore class sizes have increased. seem incapable of working to- able to maintain these offerings. This impairs a teacher’s ability gether to create comprehensive If it fails, these programs will to spend time with each student. policy for America; apparently see significant impacts. In addi- Spending per pupil is down as it doesn’t matter whether you agree or disagree with a policy, it only matters which party gets the credit. Sen. McCain recently en- couraged concerned Americans to “get involved and stand up for America.” His message was clear: When you see something wrong, get involved to fix it. I am getting involved by support- ing Rich Hand in his offer of service to the voters of District 5. Though his candidacy is a long shot, so were the chances of our patriots in the American Revolution. Their longing for freedom guided their actions; Rich Hand’s actions are guided by his belief that we must fix our broken Congress and get back to true representational govern- ment. If, like me, you are look- ing for a candidate that will represent you instead of a political party, please go to www.whoisrichhand.com to learn more. If you agree with me, write in Rich Hand on Nov. 4. Kelly Kempf-Mobley Page 24 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 25

Many thanks from the Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Pro- years. After that 1/10 of the restore funding to parks and be reached if there are questions Women’s Club tection, Amuze Bistro Dining , money goes to complete a address other critical county at 439-1870. The Tri-Lakes Women’s Club Silpada Jewelry, Residence Inn specific list of other capital needs. Wayne Williams held our Wine and Roses 2008 by Marriott, and M-Tech. projects and then this part of • Residents of El Paso County wine-tasting and silent auc- And mostly we would like to the tax ends. won’t be paying all of the tion event on Oct. 18 at the Air thank the Tri-Lakes community • During the first two years, tax–some will be paid by Are you a Number Jumbler? Force Academy’s Stadium Press for supporting this event. We half of the revenues go to people who don’t live here could not have engineered such public safety and health but come here as visitors, Are you Lax with your Tax? Box. We were able to raise over Are you a Pill with your Bills? $9,000 from this event, which a successful evening without the operating needs. After the tourists and shoppers. will be returned to the local D-38 support of all the above generous jail is completed, operating • Sales taxes have less impact community in the form of grants people and businesses. needs receive 90 percent. on those with fixed incomes, to deserving public service, edu- We are very grateful for the These operation dollars particularly since many cational and nonprofit organiza- continuing support of our local are divided into two parts: necessities are exempt, and tions. community that has enabled us (1) Regional public safety change with the economy. We would like to especially to grant almost $550,000 back to needs 52.5 percent that go When times are tight, we thank Dirk Stamp of The Wine the Tri-Lakes community. to the regional jail operated buy less, so we pay less sales Seller for arranging for all the Sherry Sieg and Mary Mills by the county (17.5%), the tax. The Balancing Act wine vendors that participated Second vice presidents, Chari- public health department For the past six years, El Paso Bookkeeping for table Events which prevents the spread of County leaders have tightened Small Business & Individuals in this event and the Air Force ——–——– Academy staff at the Stadium Wine and Roses 2008 communicable diseases and our belts, cut budgets, and elimi- 35 Years of Office Solution and Press Box for their assistance assures safe water supplies nated programs. Lean is good, Bookkeeping Experience Information on the Safer and clean restaurants (20 but anorexic is not. I will vote ——–——– in the logistics and set-up of our Maggie Williamson venue. A very special thank you Communities Initiative percent). The other 15% YES ON 1A because I support is divided between the these important public safety (719) 352-6779 goes to the wonderful local res- from our county district attorney’s and programs and doing so will still [email protected] taurants that provided all our de- commissioner licious food: Bella Panini/Bayou coroner’s offices, emergency make us the most fiscally conser- Knowing that I am a conserva- BBQ, Paravicini Italian Bistro, preparedness, and the vative county in the state. I can tive County Commissioner, a MoZaic at the Inn of Palmer prevention of child abuse and number of residents have asked Divide, Woodmoor Pines Golf drug abuse. (2) Local public me for information on the Safer Demand for electricity in Ameri- and Country Club, Casa Diego, safety needs receive 47.5 Start a conversation Communities Initiative: ca is growing. It is estimated we Chili’s of Monument Market- percent that are distributed • Question 1A funds critical to change will need 30% more electricity place, Shashi’s House, and A based on population for public safety and health our future. by 2030. New Taste Sensation Chocolate local law enforcement, fire needs by establishing a Fountains of Castle Rock. departments, and other one-cent sales tax. Some The challenge before Congress: We would also like to thank public safety and health purchases (groceries, fuel, Balancing electricity needs and our Gold Sponsor, People’s operations. Sales taxes utilities, homes) are exempt. environmental goals. Bank, and our Bronze Sponsors, collected in Black Forest The tax is reduced after First National Bank of Monu- and other unincorporated specific capital projects are We need to ask our legislators: ment and Dr. Larry Adams, for areas will go to the County. completed. How much is all this going to their generous contributions to Revenues from city residents • There are ten large counties, increase my electric bill and this event, our Women’s Club will go to the city where and seven of these (including what will you do to make it volunteers and local Serteens they live. Both the County our neighbors Douglas and affordable. from both Lewis-Palmer and and the cities are required Pueblo) have budgets that Palmer Ridge High Schools, to use the funds only for the are $800-$1,250 per person. Start a conversation with your and the following individuals/ stated purposes. Two fiscally conservative Representatives by going to community businesses and orga- • Unlike the State’s counties have budgets of MVEA’s web site at www.mvea. nizations for their support of and Referendum C, Question $710 (Jefferson) and $610 coop and clicking on the contributions to this show: Jim 1A defines by law the exact (Arapahoe) per citizen. El “Our Energy. Our Future” link. and Donna Maguire, Lee and Jan percentages each area gets, Paso County’s budget is Vaughn, Marian Taylor, Dian assuring voters the money $376 per citizen – 38 percent Americans deserve to know Cram, Bobbie Spearel, Geth will go where promised. lower than the next closest the impact any legislation will Gannon of Pilates for Health, • Public safety is our first county. have on their family budget. By Wells Fargo Bank, FirstBank, priority as a county. • If 1A is approved, El Paso working Pilates for Health, The Little Growing needs in this area County’s budget will be together we can Þ nd the right Flower Shop of Monument, Tri- have forced us to cut other $460 per citizen, still $150 solutions, the right balance. Lakes Printing, Major Mandolin areas of county government. less the next closest county. ���������������������������� (Charles Prignano), King Soop- By addressing public safety • Half of the money is used to ������������� ers, Dominos, Nick-N-Willy’s, needs separately, when build a maximum-security It’s A Grind Coffee House, other revenues grow we can jail with cash in the first two The Gazette, The Tribune, Our Community News, Tidbits, and ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Woodmoor/Gleneagle Monthly. ��������������������������������������������������������������� We also would like to ex- press our deepest appreciation for all the local businesses that provided items for our Silent Auction: Luisa Graff Jewelers, Wal-Mart Monument Market- � place, The Love Shop, Premier ��������������������������� Designs, Inc., High Fashion Jew- �������������������������� Mention this ad in New Fall/Winter elry, Petal Pushin’, Kelly Collier November for ��������������� (Southern Living at Home), Jen- hours for ������������ nifer Murray (Pampered Chef Early Bird Special BREAKFAST Consultant), Jennifer and Tim Saturday & Sunday Koffman, What’s In Store, Inc., �������������������������� Make your 8:00 am-1:00 pm The Wine Seller, Stampin’ Up!, reservation Tues-Fri Girl of the Golden West, Patty between 5 and 6pm for Jewett Golf Course, The Club at Buy one entree ��������� Flying Horse, Bella Casa, TLC Receive one Computer Repair, Mountain entrée of equal or lesser ��������������������������� Boy Sledworks, Eagle Wine value FREE

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Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore When life gives you scraps, make quilts

Smart Cookies’ Guide to Making More Dough: When Things Fall Apart: How Five Young Women Got Smart, Formed a Money Heart Advice for Difficult Times Group, and Took Control of Their Finances By Pema Chodron (Shambhala Publications), $12.95 By Sandi Ault (Berkley Prime Crime), $24 Pema Chodron has written the Tibetan Buddhist equiva- Inspired by an episode of Oprah regarding paying down lent of Harold Kushner’s famous book, When Bad Things debt, a group of 20-something women formed a club Happen to Good People. Chodron’s book is filled with and began educating themselves about spending (and useful advice about how Buddhism helps readers cope saving), goals, and investments. Though all five were with the grim realities of modern life. 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formation and circle the area before turning south. Other habitat alteration have contributed to the declining popu- Wednesday, 11/12 5:30-7:30 PM PM 5:30-7:30 11/12 Wednesday, Wednesday, 11/12 5:30-7:30 PM Wednesday,PM 11/125:30-7:30 5:30-7:3011/12 PMWednesday, flocks follow and in a matter of 30 minutes, they’re gone. lation of all cranes. Recovery is slow, because successful

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Hypnosis Works!! Hypnosis Can’t attend either sessiWorks!! on? Call for Hypnosis add’l dates. Sandhill cranes are truly emissaries from a distant In the fall, cranes do not congregate in Nebraska. CALL (719) 930-3542 TODAY age. Cranes are the oldest living bird species on Earth; Instead, flocks migrate along various flyways between they’ve been here about 60 million years. Today, there are Michigan and California where many communities host www.harmonythroughhypnosis.com 15 species of crane, but fossil records indicate 36 extinct fall festivals to celebrate their return. During fall migra- Marti Liebowitz, Certified Hypnotherapist species. Only sandhills and the federally endangered tion, cranes hasten to their winter habitat and spend very whooping cranes are native to North America. little time replenishing their energy reserves en route. As Cranes are tall and stately-looking birds that are we watch them, we sit quietly and limit our movements sometimes mistakenly called herons. In reality, cranes AMELA ANSOM because we know that if the cranes are agitated, one or P J. R , CPA and herons are very different birds. Cranes are more more might break legs or wings, and that would indeed be closely related to chickens than herons. While cranes and unfortunate. CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT herons are found near water, herons are colonial tree nest- Elizabeth Hacker is an artist in the Tri-Lakes area. Her Member of the Colorado Society of CPA’s ers while cranes are solitary ground nesters. Having no bird prints are available at the gift shop in the Tri-Lakes “thumb,” it is impossible for cranes to roost in a tree. Also Center for the Arts in Palmer Lake, with proceeds ben- Taxes herons live only a few years while cranes average life span efiting habitat preservation. Contact her at is 25 years. www.elizabethhackerart.com with your questions and Financial Statements The lesser sandhill stands about 3.5 feet tall and bird stories. Bookkeeping Available for the Payroll Holidays Connie Jordan By artist and columnist Certified Brain Integration & Individuals Body Alignment Practitioner Elizabeth Hacker [email protected]

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Art Matters Art for the doctors is in

By Janet Sellers it, giving scrutiny to ponder the art’s art making and art collecting with Art in public education has histori- meaning and making sense of it, is an enthusiasm as an avocation. Their cally tenuous support with schools, ongoing challenge to higher thinking intimate experiences with the fine art and Colorado is no exception. When and problem solving. Attention and (and not “manipulation of materials”) budgets are cut, so are the art pro- observation are wonderful skills that were the telling factor in the contri- grams. The arts are often considered are often best developed by the fine bution of the visual fine arts to their MURALS AND MORE a luxury in public schools. arts in fine arts practice as well as by diagnostic abilities. The medical stu- Many Colorado public schools just looking at the art. dents’ awareness was heightened by Art For Your Walls include art in their curriculum as Interestingly, research at Har- the practice of observing and ponder- All styles of hand-painted murals “manipulation of materials” and not vard Medical School shows that doc- ing the art first hand. much more. Hence, the role of art tors who take art classes have better In our community we have Faux � Glazing � Furniture in the public schools is frequently or improved diagnostic skills. The many, many artists and art venues www.GlenGallery.net relegated to a meaningless version observation skills of doctors who available for our residents and visi- of “manipulation of materials” that took art classes were better than their tors. First-hand experience of art is Cindy 491-1074 is without a qualifier, and tragically, art-challenged colleagues. Research within walking distance throughout without quality. Besides, the projects released in August 2008 showed that our community, especially at the art are often boring or the lesson so studying art helped students “make galleries and artists studios around Dr. Paul Cardon Dr. Bud Gerathy badly designed that students couldn’t up to 38 percent more accurate ob- town. Many of our banks and busi- follow a good thought if they tried. servations.” It also proved that people nesses support the arts with exhibits So it is impressive to note that can be trained to look, as opposed to of art, and a walk through historic a recent report by the Colorado De- assuming that they know how or they Monument or Palmer Lake will re- partment of Education (CDE) and the do not know how to look and assess. veal all kinds of creative thinking Colorado Council on the Arts offered The visual literacy factor has available to experience in the shops information leading many to believe been known to artists and educa- or to bring home and own. that schools that offered higher levels tors; the Harvard findings showed By owning the artworks, one of art training produced students that when students missed a diag- shares their qualities with others in with better math, reading, and writ- nosis, they hadn’t looked. Professors the family and guests and having ing scores as well as higher gradua- noticed that while the students are them available at any time for one’s tion levels and lower drop-out rates. trained to be literate enough to talk own pleasure and enrichment. That In reference to the report, to patients, they did not have a way to is the best part for us humans, that Colorado Board of Education Com- make them be visually literate. Enter we can access the real deal when We care about you. missioner Dwight Jones called for a the art class course. The art courses we want and need to do so. And it www.monumentfamilydentistry.com “complete education that includes the are taught by art educators, and the is so satisfying and enjoyable: For arts.” As an artist and art teacher, I classes use local resources via a visit thousands of years, art has enriched 325 Second St., Suite A was excited about getting the report to the Boston Museum of Art to test us and relieved our stress by virtue to read, and about the hope of the their observation skills. There it is of how it affects us, how it affects 719-481-4949 CDE to support the arts more in the again, the first-hand observation op- our awareness, and how it enriches schools. portunity. our lives generation after While news of the report im- The most fascinating and satis- generation. pressed the commissioner and the fying part of the Harvard study for Janet Lee Sellers is an ���������������������������� members of the Colorado Council me was that the doctors-to-be ex- American painter, sculptor on the Arts, when I researched the perienced the excellent fine art first and writer working in ���������������������������������������������������� issue, I could not find solid data in hand, not from a book or secondary the mediums of canvas, the report. In researching for this source such as online. Also, the med concrete/mixed media and �������������������������� column, I found endless praises for students created the artworks with paper. Her work supports the “study,” yet it was just a report hands-on experiences, not as passive natural habitat for rural ����� on some schools’ anecdotal findings onlookers. The report also stated that and urban wild (and �������� about art and student performance on many of those in this study who went human) life. ������������������� standards tests. on to be doctors continue to enjoy ���������������������������������������� In my experience, students with ������������ plenty of fine art in their lives do well in their academic subjects and often Monument School appear to have a better hold on their ECLECTIC GIFTS school-work skills than do other stu- of Fine Arts CUSTOM FRAMING Featuring our ongoing studio dents. But I have found this high level classes for all ages of ability with students as it relates to Three new 4-week classes, other factors as well. 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A great and [email protected] well-rounded life: exposure to good affordable way to get your framing ideas things as well as the fact that they * Reflexology * finished by Christmas! MAGGIE WILLIAMSON have their core subjects down so well (foot and hand therapy) Monday – Friday, 10am – 6pm; Saturday, 10am – 4pm that they have the time and space to take more electives such as art. These Carol Mates 719-213-8262 families demand more art in their 236 N. Washington St., Downtown Monument schools, and they get it. As an artist and educator, I don’t support the idea that the arts must be “helped” in stature to offer a sup- porting position of test scores. I con- sider the import to be the other way around: a genuinely creative person is a problem-solver who can do so vi- sually, or with the three R’s, or with just about anything else a human needs for solving problems. Observ- ing fine art first-hand and looking at Page 30 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 31

Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Oct. 11 Two paths merge for one great sound

By David Futey behind it. Liz Clark and Tessa Perry, who performed Tessa Perry’s path began in Balti- at the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts more, Ireland. She grew up in that town (TLCA) on Oct. 11, do not seem to have of 300 and worked in the family organic much in common at first glance. They garden business until she decided it was come from different sides of the Atlantic time to explore the world. At the age of 18 Ocean, have different backgrounds and and with a guitar and three songs in hand, developed their own songwriting style she traveled across Europe to “educate through different life experiences. How- herself on the ways of the world” and ever, they somehow managed to find one find her sound. She quickly became bored another and have developed a complemen- with playing those three songs and began tary and beautiful sound. writing her own material based on her life Clark, from Parker, Colorado, re- experiences unfolding before her. By re- ceived all the necessary encouragement fining her guitar playing and songwriting, to proceed with a musical career from she eventually played with headliners such her father. Clark said that during her early as Ani DiFranco and the Indigo Girls. teens, her father recognized his daughter’s Through intermediary friends, Clark singing talent and songwriting potential, and Perry met each other in New York which led him to seek a stage where she City and, for the past three years, have could perform. Eventually he persuaded shared the stage there and at other venues the owner of a local Irish pub to let Liz across North America and Europe. Their play at an open mic night. She was so well present tour will take them to Vermont, received that she got a regular Tuesday Chicago, Utah, locations along the West night gig that paid $15 a night, with her fa- Coast including Seattle, plus Vancouver, ther in the audience to provide oversight. Canada, and Colorado. Not bad for a 14-year-old. On this night, they played selections Above: (L-R) Tessa Perry and Liz Clark perform at the TLCA on October 11. Clark’s main musical influence was from each of their released CDs during Photo by David Futey. The Beatles, but it was a Jewel Kilcher their two-set performance, including se- CD, which Clark felt epitomized the cof- lections from Perry’s “Weightless” and TLCA audience was highly apprecia- www.lizclarkmusic.com and Tessa Perry fee house musician, that provided focus Clark’s recently released third album, tive of the merging sound and insightful at www.tessaperry.com. For information to her future as a musician. Clark sees “Pursuit.” They demonstrated their strong songwriting coming from these two very on the TLCA and how to contribute to its herself as a songwriting geek because she vocals and guitar playing capabilities, talented musicians. ongoing capital campaign, please go to enjoys breaking down song structures to with Perry on harmonica and Clark on ********** www.trilakesarts.org. understand the approach and mechanics keyboards for various selections. The Information on Liz Clark is at Let the dogs out in Douglas County

By Harriet Halbig The rules for the park are For Tri-Lakes dog lovers, there is clearly posted at the entrance, a new place to go for their pets as is the fact that the park was to play and exercise. A new off- planned and executed by Lewis- leash dog park has opened in the Palmer High School senior Greenland Open Space area of Devon Theune to fulfill the Douglas County. requirements of her Girl Scout The 16.5-acre fenced space Gold Award. features a figure-eight-shaped To go the park, head north path and double gates to aid traf- on I-25 to exit 167. Turn left un- fic flow at the entrance. There is a der the highway and follow the great view of the mountains and signs to Greenland. After going gently rolling terrain. through the gateway, turn left at Facilities include a por- the Mercantile structure. Parking table bathroom for the people is clearly marked. and clean-up facilities for the pooches.

Now in our new office! Left: Monument’s Jennifer Sparks and her Lab Duke. Right: Rules for the dog park are clearly posted. Photos by Harriet Halbig.

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Support received for this year’s event came from D- 38 Superintendent Dr. Ray Blanch, other school district administration and staff, the over 50 Monument Hill Sertoma members, led by Empty Bowl Chairman Chris Otto, who assisted with a variety of responsibilities for the event, Lewis-Palmer and Palmer Ridge Serteen Clubs, 26 potters and art organizations who created over 900 ce- ramic and wooden bowls, 16 local churches, and over 50 area businesses and individuals who provided financial Left: Patrons browse the variety of bowls for their support, food items, and other amenities. choosing at the 15th Annual Empty Bowl held Wayne Claybaugh, president-elect of the Monument at Lewis-Palmer High School. Above: Patrons Hill Sertoma summed up the community support this sampled a variety soups and could browse the silent way: “The donations are amazing.” auction offerings on tables by the windows. Photos Though many come to sample the variety of soups by David Futey. and desserts, others come just for the bowls. Attendees this year started to line up at 3:30 p.m. for the 5 p.m. that since the Empty Bowl’s inception, it has become “a opening as they wanted first choice at the bowls or were unique event as it brings out the community.” Pettibone looking for a specific bowl to make a set or continue their By David Futey also sees the event as a way for Tri-Lakes Cares to say collection from a particular potter. Tri-Lakes residents, artists, Lewis-Palmer D-38, and the “thanks” to the community for its generous support to the New this year to the Empty Bowl was a silent auc- Monument Hill Sertoma were among the many who dem- organization. tion. Artists and local businesses donated over 150 works onstrated their support for those in need by attending and For those not familiar with it, the Empty Bowl is an of art, goods, and services that patrons could bid on helping make the 15th annual Empty Bowl a tremendous international event (http://www.emptybowls.net/) that throughout the evening with all proceeds going to Tri- success. More than $12,000 was donated and $5,000 more was started in 1990 and is usually held on or near World Lakes Cares. was raised in a silent auction at the event Oct. 15 at Lewis- Food Day. Attendees select and get to keep a bowl and re- ********** Palmer High School. ceive soup and bread as a meal in exchange for a donation. Information on Tri-Lakes Cares and its donation needs The Empty Bowl is Tri-Lakes Cares’ largest fund- The bowl is a reminder to attendees that there is always can be found at www.tri-lakescares.org. Information on raiser, but it has come to mean much more over the years. an empty bowl, and thus someone hungry, somewhere in the Monument Hill Sertoma can be found at www.monu Judith Pettibone, director of Tri-Lakes Cares, stated the world. menthillsertoma.org/. Annual fair focuses on health available for tours. Ennis said that he hopes the fair can be held at the In addition to information, the vendors provided a same location each year. This fair is always held in the variety of free merchandise and samples. Some of the fall, corresponding with the beginning of flu season. medical practices also offered screenings for blood pres- Helping with the logistics of the fair were Serteens sure, cholesterol, and melanoma. from Palmer Ridge and Lewis-Palmer High Schools. The Visiting Nurses Association was on hand to provide flu shots, flu mist, and pneumonia shots. One of the VNA representatives said they were pleased with the community response and surprised at the number of patients who preferred the flu mist. Interior Painting A blood drive was also under way. Mark Ennis, president of the Health Advocacy Part- & Home Repairs nership, said that this is the eighth or ninth year of the Local · Reasonable · Reliable · Insured fair. He said that it had been held in schools in the past but, because of the season, there were often scheduling conflicts due to testing or athletic events. Because the 488-1818 YMCA is a member of the partnership, this seemed a good solution. In addition to a large and attractive site, it gives members of the community a chance to see the Above: The Black Forest Chapter of AARP offered a Rampart School of Music lot of information at the Tri-Lakes Annual Health Fair, facilities available. He found the only potential problem Piano, Organ, Theory Oct. 25. Photo by Harriet Halbig. to be a shortage of parking. Ennis said that some new services are now available BONNIE ACKERMAN in the community to help with health care during these By Harriet Halbig difficult times. In the Tri-Lakes Cares building, there is The Gift of a Lifetime The Tri-Lakes Annual Health Fair, sponsored by the Tri- now a nurse, and a retired doctor is now offering services First Lesson FREE Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership, was held on Oct. 25 two days a week. Your Home or Mine at the YMCA on Jackson Creek Parkway. He said that although this appears to be an affluent Call: (719) 329-8810 Representatives of 62 vendors and service providers community, the Partnership is aware that an increasing were present, including state insurance plans, AARP, number of people now lack health insurance. He said he the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, medical practices, food has received a number of calls from such individuals in Cathy Thompson providers, and such local entities as the fire and police the past week and encouraged them to attend the fair to departments. Outdoors, a Flight for Life helicopter was learn of options available to them. on the soccer field, and a fire engine and ambulance were Specializing in barber cuts, women's Margo’s haircuts, and curly On The Alley hair. For you and your home In the Woodmoor Center 215 Chapala Plaza (Behind Bella Casa, 155 2nd St.) 1780 Lake Woodmoor Drive Historic Downtown Monument www.margosonthealley.com • 487-1406 719-488-9449 Page 32 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 33 Snapshots of Our Community Palmer Lake Art Group Bazaar, Oct. 4 PLVFD Open House, Oct. 4

Sparky the Dog and Firefighter Greg Lokken pose in front of Palmer Lake Volunteer Fire Department vehicles, which include an American LaFrance fire On October 4, the Palmer Lake Art Group held its 35th annual Christmas engine, a 1,000 gallon water tender, brush truck, and medical truck. Sparky, Bazaar in the Palmer Lake town hall. A variety of holiday themed arts and crafts Smokey the Bear, and PLVFD firefighters were on hand to inform visitors on were available for purchase. Sales from a bake sale and donation table, with home evacuation plans, how to prevent wildfires, and precautions to take contributions from each of the artists and crafters, helped to fund the group’s regarding fire and other hazards. Visitors also toured the fire house, which has Scholarship Fund that assists selected Lewis-Palmer students with furthering been used by the department since 1938, and picked up a wealth of information their art education. Photo by David Futey. on fire prevention. Photo by David Futey. Shoo the Flu, Oct. 4 DWFPD Open House, Oct. 11

Palmer Lake Fire Trustee and volunteer firefighter Gary Coleman receives a flu Jefferson McCamley and his parents Jeff and Laurie McCamely enjoy a briefing shot from Toni Foos, R.N. of Front Range Flu Shots, LLC. Coleman was one of from Firefighter Shane Coyne of the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Wildland many to take advantage of The Shoo the Flu and Pneumonia Too Shot Clinic Fire Suppression Team on the equipment available on the team’s brush truck that was held in the Palmer Lake Town Office on October 4. Photo by David during the Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Fire Prevention Week Open Futey. House Oct. 11. Photo by Jim Kendrick.

Tri-Lakes Women’s Club holds Wine and Roses event, Oct. 18

Silent Auction Co-Chairs (L-R): Rae Jean Claybaugh, Nancy Iverson-Herbert, Monument Serteen Volunteers (L-R): Courtney Miller, Kathleen Boylen. Photo by Lisa Simms, & Yvonne Jennings. Photo by Bernard Minetti. Bernard Minetti. Page 32 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 33

At the Tri-Lakes Women’s Club Wine and Roses event, Oct. 18, potential bidders (L-R) Major Mandolin (Maj. Charles M. Prignano USAF (Ret.)), Sharron Steffey, browse silent auction items. Photo by Bernard Minetti. (in the background is Anita Snider of Baroness). Photo by Bernard Minetti.

October and November events at the library

By Harriet Halbig reception was held in the afternoon, giv- tion to receive the Colorado Library of the Despereaux. Kids in the second through Activities throughout October centered on ing interested patrons the chance to speak Year award. On Nov. 10, from 4 to 6 p.m., fifth grades are encouraged to read the the All Pikes Peak Reads program, which with the moderators of the major adult please join us to celebrate at the reception book before the movie debuts in Decem- featured books involving the Dust Bowl groups meeting regularly at the branch. sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of the ber. There will be a discussion of the book Era. For adults, the titles were The Grapes These groups included Socrates Café, Se- Library. Further information about the and a drawing for a free movie ticket. The of Wrath and The Worst Hard Time. Ad- nior Synergy, Literati and Beyond Writers award can be found in the September is- book can be found with the Battle Books ditional titles were recommended for teen Circle, and History Buffs. sue of Our Community News. in the Juvenile Fiction section. The meet- readers and younger. Also on the 25th, the library was rep- Also on Nov. 7, from 10:30 to 12:30 ing is on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 4:15 p.m. Teens who read age-appropriate resented at the Tri-Lakes Health Fair held in Monument, a genealogy class will be to 5 p.m. Please register at the circulation books were asked to write a brief note on at the YMCA on Jackson Creek Parkway. offered. To attend, please register online desk or call 488-2370. their reaction to the book and were given On Saturday, Oct. 25, after hours, the in the Events Calendar or call 531-6333, In the display case during November a backpack with the All Pikes Peak Reads Monument Branch hosted Stories in the extension 2315. will be Tea Cups and Obis, a collection logo on it. Dark. A similar program was offered at Nov. 8 at the Monument Branch, chil- of Japanese dishes. On the walls will be Programs at the branch level included the Palmer Lake Town Hall on the 30th. dren are invited to attend Pirates Galore, a Images of the Southwest, a collection of a panel discussion among survivors of November begins with a teen Dance program including stories, magic, comedy photographs of landscapes and buildings that era, including experiences with the in Disguise open to teens in the seventh and music. of the region. Dust Bowl and the Civilian Conservation to ninth grades, held after hours at the The AARP Driver’s Safety course At the Palmer Lake Branch, the book Corps. Programs that traveled throughout Monument Branch. will be offered in Monument on Nov. 15 group will meet on Nov. 7 at 9 a.m. The the district included a program by the Continuing until mid-November, the from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A minimum book of the month is Pope Joan by Donna Manitou Arts Theatre titled A Bowl of Monument Branch is sponsoring a food enrollment of 10 is required. Those who Woolfolk Cross. Dust. drive to benefit Tri-Lakes Cares. Please complete the class will receive a certifi- On the 15th in Palmer Lake, the Fam- The week of the 19th, the Tri-Lakes drop off nonperishable goods on the table cate entitling them to a discount on auto ily Fun program will feature projects from Friends of the Library celebrated National inside the front door. The need is great. insurance. The cost is $10. Please register Home Depot. Registration is required at Friends of the Library Month by offering On the evening of Nov. 7, many Monu- on the Events Calendar or call the branch 481-2587. The program begins at 10:30 refreshments daily and making available ment Branch employees and their families at 488-2370. a.m. information on membership in the Friends and friends will attend a banquet at the The November meeting of the Read it and on library activities. On the 25th, a Colorado Association of Libraries conven- B4 You See It book club features Tale of

Left: Mary K. Jones prepares table for Friends of the Library Week.

Right: Angela Strecker and Syblle Krafft of the Friends of the Library at their reception, Oct. 25.

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Palmer Lake Historical Society, Oct. 16 Trombone Quintet entertains Historical Society By Bernard Minetti When a community organizes to protect and commemo- rate its heritage and locale, it forms a historical society. The Palmer Lake community has great pride in its sur- roundings, and so has formed its own preservation group called the Palmer Lake Historical Society. This group was founded in 1956 by Marian McIntyre McDonough, who had so much pride in her community that she decided to do something to protect its culture and history. The program at the October monthly meeting was a mini-concert by the Trombone Quintet from the Castle Rock Band. The presentation included explanations of the history of the various types of trombones and the pieces that the group played. They entertained with selections Rod Claasen, Todd Ellis, Larry Tallanc, Dwight Hein Phyllis Bonser (PLHS President), and Richard such as “O Shenandoah,” “What Shall We Do With the and leader and coordinator, Doug Stroup. Cooper (Vice-President). Photos by Bernard Minetti Drunken Sailor?” and other pieces representing true Americana. Phyllis Bonser, society president, said the next meet- Lake Town Hall. Members and non-members are invited. tory. Charles Halaska will talk about the Cumbres and ing will be on Thursday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. in the Palmer It will be an occasion to bone up on some local area his- Toltec Railroad Line.

Western Museum of Mining and Industry, Oct. 11 Art and geology combine for fun experience at museum

By David Futey When an artist views a landscape, he or she sees tex- tures, contrasts, and form. A geologist sees stratigraphy shaped from geologic processes that reads as a chapter from Earth’s history. The Art Rocks Family Exploration Day on Oct. 11 at the Western Museum of Mining and In- dustry melded those two perspectives through some fun activities for all. Combined with the Farrar Collection on exhibit, the day enabled visitors to explore the elements of art and geology through a variety of activity stations. The activity stations included mineral identification through the use of a microscope and other means; marble art using marbles, made from silica, with paints; discus- sion of the “iron sculptures” of mining equipment and art Above: Brianna Zubek adds her artistic talent to the composition; and the elements of art compared to the ele- mural created during the WMMI’s Art Rocks Family ments in minerals. Visitors were also encouraged to lend Exploration Day. RIght: Kristy Cameron evaluates their artistic talents to a mural using different mediums. the marble art she created during the WMMI’s Art Special visitors to the event were participants in the Rocks Family Exploration Day. Kristy and other International Sergeant Major School. children dipped marbles in various paint colors and Kazakhstan, South Korea, Japan, Jamaica, Canada, rolled the marble on a piece of paper inside a shoe Serbia, and Colombia were among the countries repre- box. Photo by David Futey. sented in the group that visited the museum as part their cultural introduction to the United States. Information on the museum and upcoming events can be ********** found at http://www.wmmi.org/.

Western Museum of Mining and Industry through Nov. 1 Haunted Mines offers thrills and chills to the adventurous

By David Futey ited advertising, leading to less than expected turnout, can use for nine months of the year, with the haunt using “I need somebody in the coffin” is a phrase not commonly and other concerns led Sanford to explore other locations it the remaining time. For Sanford, Wittwer, Roscio, and heard on a typical day. However, it fits right in if you in the area. others who assist with the haunt, it is a creative outlet, a happen to be touring one of scariest and best conceived He approached the museum’s board of trustees and way to utilize their engineering skills, and the joy of hear- haunted houses in the area during dress rehearsal. management about hosting a haunt and, after an agree- ing scream after scream on cool October nights. The Haunted Mines, located on the grounds of the ment was reached, construction began in 2006 on the ********** Western Museum of Mining and Industry, is in its second 1-acre site the museum made available for the haunt. The You have one more chance to go through the Haunted year of operation and has already garnered significant lo- Haunted Mines opened in October 2007. Mines, because its last day for the 2008 season is Nov. 1. cal acclaim. The concept and construction of the haunt is The Haunted Mines is an all-volunteer effort as Information on the Haunted Mines can be found at http: the result of friendships created by happenstance and a friends, community members—one from as far away //hauntedmines.org. Information on the WMMI and up- shared interest in how a haunt can be done bigger and bet- as Pueblo—and students from area high schools help to coming events can be found at www.wmmi.org. ter. Drew Sanford, Tim Wittwer, and Steve Roscio were build and put the production together. The highly artistic all Hewlett-Packard employees at one time, but it was not graphic arts found throughout the haunt are the work until an intermediary at the company, who knew their of local air-brush artist Frank Dougherty. The Haunted shared interest in creating home haunts, introduced them Mines takes “victims” in groups of six over 25 minutes to each other. Sanford, for example, did his first home to negotiate through elevators, crawl spaces, and a variety haunt in 1984 while living in Salem, Mass. of theme rooms and outdoor scenes. The areas include the The team’s first local effort, The Inferno, was in 2003 Dynamite Room, Cemetery, the Catacombs, the Swamp, and based on Dante Alighieri’s work, “Dante’s Inferno.” the Saw Mill, the Old Western Ghost Town, and the Hel- The haunt was a collaboration with the University of Col- levator. orado-Colorado Springs Theatreworks and was housed at The museum benefits from the haunt in a couple of the old terminal building in downtown Colorado Springs. ways. After construction materials and tools are pur- After not being allowed to use the terminal building the chased, the remaining proceeds go toward the museum to following year due to safety concerns, they created Dread benefit its educational programming. From the construc- Colton Grimmesey portrays The Deadman as he Manor inside Mr. Biggs Family Fun Center in 2005. Lim- tion effort, there is a permanent building that the museum awakes from his coffin slumber to scare visitors to the Haunted Mines. Photo by David Futey. Page 34 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 35

TREE MAN Special Events and Notices Fire Prevention—Tree Care By Judy Barnes, Editor Emeritus Theater, 19255 Monument Hill Road, Monument. Tickets � Brush and dead or � Tree trimming Although we strive for accuracy in these listings, dates or are $9 for adults and $6 for students and senior citizens. live tree removal � Land clearing times are often changed after publication. Please double- Online ticket sales begin Nov. 3 at www.seatyourself.biz/ � Chipping Low winter rates check the time and place of any event you wish to attend lewispalmer or buy tickets at box office day of show. For � by calling the info number for that event. more information, call 867-8600. 719-488-1818 Singers and musicians needed El Paso County needs volunteers Licensed and Insured for Christmas production The El Paso County Board of Commissioners seeks com- Tri-Lakes Music Association seeks singers, orchestra mu- munity-minded citizen volunteers to serve on two of its sicians, and anyone who would like to help in any way. Be boards. Applications for the open positions are due Nov. a part of this exciting annual Tri-Lakes Christmas tradi- 14. Associate members who serve for one-year terms are Moisture in Your Windows? tion in its tenth year. Performance dates are Dec. 19-20, 7 needed for the Board of Adjustment. This board hears Proven Repair Process Saves 50% or more p.m., at Palmer Ridge High School. Vocal practices meet and decides on issues of physical variances related to the every Sunday, 1 p.m. (2 p.m. for orchestra), at The Church county zoning code. The El Paso County Emergency Ser- at Woodmoor, 18125 Furrow Rd. and every Monday, 6 vices Agency (ESA) needs an individual who resides in p.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church, 17750 Knollwood Dr. El Paso County but outside the City of Colorado Springs Dual-pane Moisture Removal For information contact Bob Manning, 481-3883, or e- and is a certified EMT or paramedic to serve for a three- Water Stain Removal & Scratch Removal mail [email protected]. year term. The ESA regulates and monitors private am- New Glass, Windows, Doors & Screens bulance service contract compliance. Volunteer to tutor English (719) 488-1294 Share your love of reading. Tutor an adult once a week for Additionally, the Park Fee Advisory Committee two hours. Work one-to-one with an adult to improve his needs a land developer representative to serve for a three- 13792 Gleneagle Drive or her English language skills. No teaching experience year term. This board meets September-December each required; free training is provided. Call 531-6333, x2223, year to establish a fair and equitable park fee schedule. with questions or for application information. Training is The application for this position is due Nov. 21. Saturdays, Nov. 1, 8, and 15, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., at Penrose The volunteer application is located at Community Library in Colorado Springs. www.elpasoco.com and can be accessed by clicking on the “Volunteer Boards” link. Send completed ap- Invited Western Museum of Mining & Industry’s plications and letters of interest and/or résumés to Fifth Annual Gold Party, Nov. 7 Board of County Commissioners, Attn: Frances St. “Follow the Star” This year’s museum fundraiser, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m., will Germain, County Administration Manager, 27 E. Ver- include a bourbon tasting, light appetizers, music, a guest mijo Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903-2208. Applica- Please join us in celebrating Christ’s birth with a 15- speaker, and a silent auction! Tickets for the Gold Party tions may also be faxed to 719-520-6397 or emailed to: minute, outdoor live nativity with live animals. are $50 per person. To donate prizes, call 487-3283. For [email protected]. For more information, call general information, call 488-0880 or visit wmmi.org. 520-6436. th Pine Creek Holiday Bazaar, Nov. 8 Shakespeare off the Shelf at Tri-Lakes Saturday, Dec. 6 Crafter-artisans in 120 booth spaces offer creative holiday Center for the Arts, Nov. 15 Shown twice: 6 pm & 7 pm gifts Nov. 8, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., at Pine Creek High School, Tin Roof Productions brings “Shakespeare Off the Shelf” 10750 Thunder Mountain Ave., Colorado Springs. This to the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts (TLCA) to perform 930 W. Hwy. 105, Monument annual event is a fund-raiser for the Pine Creek High abridged versions of “Romeo and Juliet” and “A Midsum- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints School band program. Enjoy live music, a bake sale, mer Night’s Dream” Nov. 15. Doors open at 5:30 for the * Please dress warm* silent auction, and Grandma’s Kitchen! Admission is 6 p.m. performance. Tin Roof Productions is a non-profit Hot chocolate will be served following the performance free. Take I-25 to Exit 151 (Briargate Parkway), continue company promoting creativity and education. A cast of (Snow date Dec. 8th 6:00 & 7:00pm) straight (east) to Powers Blvd., then left (north) to Old 10 local actors, ages 13-19, from Monument, Black For- Free Admission Ranch Road. For information, visit www.geocities.com/ est, Castle Rock, and Colorado Springs, play multiple pcbazaar. roles in both plays. This is a fun, family-friendly show Veterans Day, Nov. 11 that lasts around an hour per play and hopefully leaves Here are some events honoring our veterans. the audience wanting more Shakespeare rather than less! FREE Transportation for Seniors • Lewis-Palmer Middle School (LPMS) Veterans Day Tickets are $5 TLCA members, $7 non-members and $3 in the Tri-Lakes and surrounding Ceremony at 8 a.m. in the LPMS cafetorium, 1776 areas by Mountain Community Woodmoor Dr., Monument. In honor of the 90th anniversary of Veterans Day, the LPMS Patriots Transportation for Seniors invite all military veterans to a ceremony and Lee‛s Family Child Care (MCTS). For rides, seniors (60+) reception. The LPMS television crew will record the event and any stories that veterans want to share Caring for infants to 5-year olds 488-0076 about their experiences in the military. Please join Licensed & insured Donations Welcomed the LPMS Patriots as they salute those who serve our country in the military. Info: 488-4776. At Hwy 83 and 105 Van Schedule • Monument Academy Charter School: “Take a � Transportation is available Mon.-Thu. to Colorado Veteran to School Day” 10 a.m.-noon, 1150 Village 719-487-8646 Springs for medical app’ts only. Locally for any need. Ridge Point, Monument. Veterans of all service � First Tuesday each month Chapel Hills/King Soopers branches are invited to share a special assembly � Third Tuesday each month Village Inn/Wal-Mart at Monument Academy in their honor. Lunch will Hands OnSite Massage � Pickup of passengers begins at 9:30 am be provided for veterans following the assembly. We come to YOUR location For more information and to RSVP, call 481-1950 Volunteer drivers are needed! Info: 481-2527 x1240. One-Time Holiday Mileage reimbursement is available • Western Museum of Mining & Industry offers free SPECIAL! admission Nov. 11 for all veterans and active duty th military with ID. Tours begin at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Until Nov. 15 , pre-purchase Ladies Day at the YMCA, Nov. 12 three 60-min. massages, $180. The YMCA, 17250 Jackson Creek Parkway in Monu- Barbara Grace, CNMT, NCBTMB ment, is hosting a Ladies Day Celebration & Partners (303) 660-9306 • (719) 440-8177 Cleaning Services Campaign Fundraiser Nov. 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission is free. Enjoy a new hairstyle, massage, or reflexology. Homes • Move Outs • Move Ins Get great ideas for Christmas, sample yummy foods, see and try on new fashions. Discuss current financial SPACE AVAILABLE Weekly • Bi-Weekly • Monthly markets and investment options plus so much more! Clean and spacious 1,400 sq. ft. office Free childcare is available for two hours (call ahead for a Free Estimates • Local References condo for rent. $2,000 monthly. reservation). Booths rent for $50 for vendors and $25 for Serving the Tri-Lakes Area for 12 Years those providing a service. All proceeds go to the Partner Conveniently located on Campaign, which helps the local community with before- Woodmoor Drive near I-25. and after-school childcare, and other YMCA programs. 495-1798 For more information, call Lisa Gray, 481-8728. 4 offices, 1 larger office for possible Rocky Forry Sharon Forry conference room and work room. “Guys and Dolls” at Palmer Ridge High Pager 386-1814 Pager 386-9117 School, Nov. 13-15 Bathroom and break room facilities included. Don’t miss this D-38 combined high schools musical Because we’re not NEW, performance, Nov. 13 and 14; 7 p.m.; Nov. 15, 2 p.m. Call (719) 487-1700 for more information. and 7 p.m., at the Palmer Ridge High School Black Box we know what to DO! Page 36 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 37 children under 12 years of age. Tickets are available at promoting the arts and humanities. It is located at 304 • A visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Chapala Covered Treasures Bookstore (481-2665) in Monument, Colorado Highway 105, Palmer Lake. For more informa- Building, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The Wine Seller (481-3019), and TLCA (481-0475) in tion visit www.trilakesarts.org or phone 481-0475. • Christmas Karaoke at High Country Home and Palmer Lake. Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts is a non-profit Monument unveils Christmas Banners, Garden, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 501(c)3 organization dedicated to creating community Nov. 21 • Reindeer at Front Street Square throughout the day partnerships for demonstrating, teaching, exhibiting, and Historic Downtown Monument presents the first “Banner • Refreshments and kids’ music at 2 Watts Creative Christmas” featuring 30 original Christmas art banners and the Bead Corner throughout the day hand-painted by renowned local artists. The banners will • A trunk show featuring Darlene Armstrong at Santa Support Our Community. be on display on Second Street and Front Street lamp- Fe Trail Jewelry posts. Unveiling will be Nov. 21, and the banners will • Other special events as Monument merchants Become an OCN volunteer! remain on display throughout the holiday season. Some celebrate a “Small Town Christmas” of the banners will be available in a silent auction to raise • Christmas Tree Lighting at Limbach Park at 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.monumentmerchants.co Some of our readers may not realize funds for various local non-profit organizations. For more information, call 884-8016. m or phone 884-8016. that OCN is the product of volunteers. If Dotsero Concert, Nov. 22 Project ChildSafe comes to Monument you like the contribution OCN makes to Dotsero will kick off the holidays Nov. 22 at the Tri-Lakes 500 firearm safety kits to be distributed locally. Monu- our community, now is the time to step Center for the Arts (TLCA) with smooth jazz at its fin- ment Police Department will provide free firearm safety est, playing some of their original selections as well as kits to local residents through a partnership with Project forward and help us provide accurate favorites from their holiday CD. Doors open at 7 for a 7:30 ChildSafe, the nationwide firearms safety education information each month to over 13,000 p.m. show. Tickets are $12 TLCA members and $15 non- program. Each kit contains gun safety information and a cable-style gun lock that fits most types of handguns, Tri-Lakes area households and businesses. members and are available at The Wine Seller (481-3019), Covered Treasures Bookstore (481-2665) in Monument rifles, and shotguns. The Monument Police Department We need additional reporters to help and TLCA (481-0475) in Palmer Lake. TLCA is located administrative offices, 154 N. Washington St., are open at 304 Colorado Highway 105, Palmer Lake. For more in- Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Feel free to drop by dur- cover meetings of local governmental formation, visit www.trilakesarts.org or phone 481-0475. ing those times to pick up a free gun-lock kit. For more information, phone 481-3253. bodies. The reporting assignment is "What Palmer Lake’s Chili Supper, Nov. 29 This popular annual fundraiser takes place Nov. 29, 5-8: Low-Income Energy Assistance Program did they talk about and what did they The El Paso County Board of County Commissioners has decide?" If you get down the facts, OCN’s 30 p.m., at the Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Cres- cent. All proceeds go toward maintenance of the Palmer approved the Department of Human Services’ contract skilled copy editors will help you refine Lake Star on the mountain, which will be lit at approxi- with Goodwill Industries of Colorado Springs to assist low-income households with their winter home heating your article for publication. mately 8 p.m. as part of the Chili Supper festivities. There will be door prizes and a bucket raffle. One lucky raffle costs and non-fuel emergencies such as heating system Like to take pictures? We need digital, winner will be the one to light the star! To donate prizes repairs and window replacement. This federally-funded program, known as LEAP (Low-Income Energy Assis- slide, or print photos to illustrate future or for more information, phone the Palmer Lake Town Office at 481-2953. tance Program), runs Nov. 1, 2008, to April 30, 2009. Any articles. U.S. citizen or legal resident of Colorado who pays heat- Yule Log Pot Luck Dinner, Dec. 2 ing costs directly to an energy provider, or whose heating We also need various other kinds of Join with family and friends to prepare for the upcoming costs are included with their monthly rent, may qualify Yule Log celebration Dec. 2, 6 p.m., at Palmer Lake Town help including preparing the mailing. for LEAP if their monthly gross household income falls Hall, 28 Valley Circle. Please bring a potluck dish to share within the federal poverty guidelines set annually on Nov. and place settings for your family. For more information, 1. For more information, call 1-866-432-8435. If you can spare a few hours to help call 481-2953. make an important difference in our Handbell choir ringers needed Historic Monument Small Town Christmas, The Tri-Lakes Community Handbell Choir has open- community, please contact John Heiser at Dec. 6 ings for experienced adult handbell ringers. Oppor- 719-488-3455 or Holiday activities for the entire family in downtown tunities exist also for youth ringers, fourth grade and Monument include: above, in the Tri-Lakes Youth Community Handbell [email protected]. • Holiday crafts at Town Hall (166 Second St.) 10 a.m.- Choir. Rehearsals begin this fall on Monday evenings. 1 p.m. If interested, please call Betty Jenik, 488-3853, or e-mail • Miniature donkeys at Monumental Miniatures, 10 [email protected]. a.m.-2 p.m. • Hayrides and carolers at the Gallery Center (Second Street Art Market, Bella Art & Frame, and the Design Works), 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Support Our Community Advertise in OCN For information, contact John Heiser, Advertising Manager 488-3455 or [email protected] or visit Live outside our free delivery area*? www.ourcommunitynews.org Want prompt delivery every month Complete ad information is posted on the web site including direct to your mailbox? rates, sizes, policies, frequently asked questions, etc. Subscribe to OCN! 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NAME Mail this form with a check or money order to ADDRESS Our Community News P.O. Box 1742 PHONE (opt) Monument, Colorado 80132-1742 Clip and send with a check for $18 for a one-year, in-state, subscription mailed to your home. Send to: Black Forest News, 11425 Black Forest Questions? Call John Heiser, (719) 488-3455 Rd., Colorado Springs, CO 80908 Phone: 495-8750. *County Line Rd. to Northgate Rd., Palmer Lake to Hwy 83. Page 36 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 37 Our Community Calendar By Judy Barnes, Editor Emeritus decided. Normally meets 4th Wed. each month. Info: 30 a.m. Special reading program events for toddlers Although we strive for accuracy in these listings, dates or 266-3367. and children. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower times are often changed after publication. Please double- • Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board Meeting, Glenway. Info: 481-2587. check the time and place of any event you wish to attend by Thu., Nov. 20, 5:30 p.m., Learning Center of the • Monument Library: Paws to Read, every Wed., 3: calling the info number for that event. Lewis-Palmer Administration Building, 146 Jefferson 30-4:30 p.m. Let your child practice reading to a Paws St., Monument. Meets 3rd Thu. each month. Info: 488- to Read dog. No registration required. Monument GOVERNMENTAL BODIES 4700. Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488- • Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon., Nov. • Monument Sanitation District Board Meeting, 2370. 3, 6:30 p.m., Monument Town Hall, 166 2nd St. Meets Thu., Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m., 130 2nd St. Meets 3rd Thu. • Monument Library: Toddler Time, every Thu., 1st & 3rd Mon. each month. Info: 884-8017. each month. Info: 481-4886. 10 and 10:30 a.m. Rhymes & rhythms for kids up to • El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, • Donala Water & Sanitation District Board 24 months. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Tue., Nov. 4, 9 a.m., 2880 International Circle (Off Meeting, Mon., Nov. 24, 1:30 p.m., 15850 Holbein Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. Union Blvd and Printers Parkway). Meets 1st and 3rd Dr., Colorado Springs. Normally meets 3rd Wed. each • Monument Library: Snuggle-Up Storytimes, Tue. each month. Info: 520-6300. month. Info: 488-3603. every Thu., 7 p.m. Evening stories; PJs and blankies • D-38 Special Education Advisory Committee, Wed., • Woodmoor Improvement Association Board welcome. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Nov. 5, 6:00-7:30 p.m., District Learning Center, 146 Meeting, Mon., Nov. 24, 7 p.m., Woodmoor Barn, Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. Monument Branch Jefferson St., Monument. Meets 2nd Wed. each month 1691 Woodmoor Dr. Meets 4th Mon. each month. Info: Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. to address topics of interest to parents and staff. Info: 488-2694 or visit www.woodmoor.org. • Monument Library: Pirates Galore! Sat., Nov. 8, Ilanit Bennaim, 325-6979. • Triview Metropolitan District Board Meeting, Tue., 1:30 p.m. Meet Pirate Grunge and Katy for pirate • Academy Water and Sanitation District Meeting, Nov. 25, 5 p.m., district office, 174 N. Washington St. music, magic, comedy, and stories. Pirate Grunge will Wed., Nov. 5, 7 p.m., Donald Wescott Fire Station Meets 4th Tue. each month. Info: 488-6868. also sing from his CD and sign his book If You Want Two, 1500 Sun Hills Dr. Meets 1st Wed. each month. • Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon., Dec. to be a Pirate. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Info: 481-0711. 1, 6:30 p.m., Monument Town Hall, 166 2nd St. Meets Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. • Palmer Lake Town Council Workshop, Thu., Nov. 1st & 3rd Mon. each month. Info: 884-8017. • Monument Library: American Girls Club, Wed., 6, 2 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. • El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, Nov. 12, 4:15-5:15 p.m. Girls ages 7-11 are invited to Meets 1st Thu. each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit Tue., Dec. 2, 9 a.m., 2880 International Circle (Off www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us. Union Blvd and Printers Parkway). Meets 1st and 3rd • Tri-Lakes Wastewater Facility Joint Use Tue. each month. Info: 520-6300. Committee Meeting, Tue., Nov. 11, 10 a.m., 16510 • Academy Water and Sanitation District Meeting, Mitchell Ave. Meets 2nd Tue. each month. Info: Bill Wed., Dec. 3, 7 p.m., Donald Wescott Fire Station Burks, 481-4053. Two, 1500 Sun Hills Dr. Meets 1st Wed. each month. • D-38 District Accountability Advisory Committee Info: 481-0711. (DAAC) Meeting, Tue., Nov. 11, 7 p.m. in the District • Palmer Lake Town Council Workshop, Thu., Dec. Learning Center, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Meets 4, 2 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. 2nd Tue. each month. Info: 488-4700. Meets 1st Thu. each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit • Palmer Lake Sanitation District Board Meeting, www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us. Tue., Nov. 11, 7 p.m., 120 Middle Glenway. Meets 2nd Tue. each month. Info: 481-2732. LOCAL LIBRARY EVENTS • Monument Planning Commission Meeting, Wed., • The Palmer Lake Library hours are Tue.-Fri., Nov. 12, 6:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., Monument Town Hall, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 66 Lower 166 2nd St. Meets 2nd Wed. each month. Info: 884- Glenway. Info: 481-2587. 8017. • The Monument Branch Library hours are Mon.- • Palmer Lake Planning Commission Workshop , Thu., 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri. & Sat, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun., Wed., Nov. 12, 7 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 1-5 p.m. 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. Valley Crescent. Workshop normally meets 2nd Wed. • Monument Library Bookbreak, every Mon, Wed., each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit www.ci.palmer- and Fri., 10:30 a.m. A short read-aloud session lake.co.us. particularly for preschoolers. Monument Branch 303-931-4047 / 719-481-8551 • Woodmoor Water & Sanitation District Meeting, Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. Thu., Nov. 13, 1 p.m., 1845 Woodmoor Dr. Meets 2nd • Monument Library Super Tuesdays, every Tue., Thu. each month. Info: 488-2525. ������������ 10:30 & 11:15 a.m. Stories and crafts for preschoolers • Forest View Acres Water District Workshop, Thu., ages 3-7. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Nov. 13, 6 p.m., Tri-Lakes Station 1, 18650 Hwy 105 The Juilliard School Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. ����������� west of Monument near the bowling alley. The regular New York, NY • Palmer Lake Library Storytimes, every Wed., 10: November and December meetings are canceled due Piano Performance & Instruction to holidays. A workshop/2009 budget hearing is BEGINNER to ADVANCED scheduled for Dec. 10. Normally meets 4th Thu. each month. Info: 488-2110. Vitae Salon 719-337-7742 • Palmer Lake Town Council Regular Meeting, Thu., proudly introduces e-mail: [email protected] Nov. 13, 7 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley our new Esthetician, Crescent. Meets 2nd Thu. each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us. Yukie Stauffer • Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority (BRRTA) Meeting, Fri., Nov. 14, 2:30 p.m., 15% OFF your Monument Town Hall, 166 Second St. Normally first facial For ALL Your Electrical Needs meets the second Friday of the month. Info: 884- Residential • Commercial • Industrial 8017. treatment! Service Calls • Reasonable Rates • Free Estimates • Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon., Nov. Fully Insured & Licensed 17, 6:30 p.m., Monument Town Hall, 166 2nd St. Facials • Peels Master Electricians David Lambert Keith Profita Meets 1st and 3rd Mon. each month. Info: 884-8017. Microdermabrasion • Waxing (719) 243-2257 (719) 243-2258 • El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, Bioelements skin care Tue., Nov. 18, 9 a.m., 2880 International Circle (Off Union Blvd and Printers Parkway). Meets 1st & 3rd In the Woodmoor Center Tue. each month. Info: 520-6300. 1780 Lake Woodmoor Drive Monument Painting • Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority Meeting, Wed., Nov. 19, 8:30 a.m., Monument Town Hall, 166 719-488-9449 Interior ~ Exterior 2nd St. Meets 3rd Wed. each month. Info: 884 -8017. • Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board All size jobs Meeting, Wed., Nov. 19, 7 p.m., Station One, 15425 Gleneagle Dr. Meets 3rd Wed. each month. Info: 488- Competitive rates 8680. • Palmer Lake Planning Commission Regular Call Phil at 484 0478 Meeting, Wed., Nov. 19, 7 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Normally meets 3rd Wed. Calvary Monument Fellowship each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit www.ci.palmer- rd lake.co.us. 238 3 St.—Downtown Monument • Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Pastor Tony Magar (719) 290-1748 Board Meeting, Wed., Nov. 19, 7 p.m., location to be 6:00 p.m. Saturday Evening Service Page 38 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 39

the American Girl’s club for a book discussion, crafts, Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by • Alateen meeting, every Thu., 7 p.m., Family of Christ and more. Limited to the first 20 girls. Registration Mark Haddon. Meets 3rd Fri. each month. Monument Church, 675 Baptist Rd. southwest corner room, door is required. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488- will be ajar. Info: Jean, 487-8781. Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. 2370. • FACCMasters Club, every Thu., noon, Lockheed • Monument Library: Read It Before You See • Monument Library: History Buffs, Wed., Nov. 26, Martin, 9975 Federal Dr. Improve your public It, Thu., Nov. 13, 4:15-5 p.m. Read The Tale of 1-3 p.m. Every month this group picks a period of speaking, leadership, and meeting planning skills with Desperaux by Kate DiCamillo and join a fun history and members read any book from that time Toastmasters. New members and visitors welcome. discussion, an activity, popcorn, and a chance to win period. Expect a lively discussion about the era. Meets Info: visit http://faccmasters.freetoasthost.us or call a free movie ticket. For ages 7 to 12. Registration is 4th Wed. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Kirby, 481-3738. required. Call or register in person. Monument Branch Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. • One–The Campaign to End Poverty, Sun., Nov. Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. • Monument Library: The Literati and Beyond 2, 2:30-4 p.m., Panera Bread’s Community Room, • Monument Library: Tri-Lakes Knitters, Thu., Nov. Writers Circle, Wed., Nov. 26, 7 p.m. An ongoing 7344 North Academy, Colorado Springs (near Chapel 13, 4-5:30 p.m. For experienced and inexperienced workshop for all active and aspiring writers who Hills Mall). If you want to know how you can help knitters looking for support, assistance, and want to join others to learn, teach, and enjoy the end extreme global poverty, please come and meet inspiration as they work on individual projects. Meets experiences of sharing the writer’s life. Meets 4th like-minded people. Meets 1st Sun. each month. Info: 2nd Thu. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Wed. each month. Info: Nancy, 481-4352. Monument www.one.org or e-mail [email protected]. Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488- • Fibromyalgia Support Group, Mon., Nov. 3, 7 p.m. • Palmer Lake Library: Build your own–with Home 2370. The group is temporarily moving the meeting to the Depot, Sat., Nov. 15, 10:30 a.m. Come and make • Palmer Lake Book Group, Fri., Dec. 5, 9 a.m. New HealthSouth Building at 3920 N. Union, Colorado your very own construction project with the staff from members welcome, no registration needed. Call for Springs. A DVD on the disease and treatments will Home Depot. They’ll provide everything you need, the book title. Normally meets 1st Fri. each month play 5-7 p.m.; the meeting starts at 7 p.m. Share including an apron. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 at Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. concerns and success stories in a small group. Learn Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587. Info: 481-2587. how you can become pain-free. Visitors and new • Palmer Lake Library: Paws to Read, Sat., Dec. 6, • The Library Channel (Comcast 17) has live participants always welcome. No charge, no products 10:30 a.m. Let your child practice reading to Jax, a simulcasts of programs, videotaped presentations, and sold. Meets 1st Mon. each month. Info: Lorna Searle, Paws to Read dog. No registration required. Jax will a schedule of Library events. The Library Channel 481-3735. be in Palmer Lake the 1st Sat. each month. Palmer broadcasts 24 hours a day, seven days a week. • American Legion Tri-Lakes Post 9-11, Tue., Nov. Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481- Programs include story times for children, an adult 4, 6:30 p.m., Depot Restaurant, Hwy 105 & Primrose 2587. literacy program, El Paso County Commissioners St., Palmer Lake. New members welcome. Normally Adult Programs meetings, and much more. A community bulletin meets 1st Tue. each month. Info: Mike Christensen, • Monument Library: Monument Branch Library, board of library events is shown between programs. 484-0467. 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. Find the schedule online at ppld.org, then click on the • Community Dance/Dancing Life’s Rhythms, Thu., • Monument Library: Talk English! every Mon., link “Happenings @ Your Library.” From there, click Nov. 6, 9:30-10:30 a.m., The Church at Woodmoor, 7-8:30 p.m. Practice informal social conversation on the “Comcast 17” link to search the schedule. 18125 Furrow Road. All are welcome to explore in English with friendly and supportive people. For other library events, please check http://ppld.org/ dance, movement, and music for personal expression Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. communityconnections/calendar. and building community. Meets 1st and 3rd Thu. each Info: 488-2370. month. Info: Susan Callender, 495-0143, or Tish • Monument Library Socrates Café, every Tue., WEEKLY & MONTHLY EVENTS Minear, 488-3405. 1-3 p.m. This group focuses on a deeper look into • Monument Hill Sertoma Club Breakfast Meeting, • Monument Homemakers Club Monthly Potluck philosophy, religions, spirituality, and the common every Sat., 8 a.m., The Inn at Palmer Divide, 443 Hwy Lunch, Thu., Nov. 6, 11:30 a.m., Monument Town threads among humanity. Monument Branch Library, 105, Palmer Lake. Info: Ed Kinney, 481-2750. Hall, 166 2nd St. Meets 1st Thu. each month. Info: Bev 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. • Al-anon Open Parent’s Meeting: Carry On, every Wells, 488-3327. • Monument Library Senior Synergy, every Wed., Sat., 9 a.m., College Room 2nd floor, NE corner; 1750 • Palmer Divide Quilt Guild, Thu., Nov. 6, 7 p.m., 10 a.m.-noon. Join this group of friends dedicated Deer Creek Rd, Monument. Info: visit www.al-anon- Church at Woodmoor, 18125 Furrow Rd. Meets 1st to empowering individual growth through life-long co.org or www.al-anon-alateen.org or call the 24-hour Thu. each month. Info: Carolyn at 488-9791 or e-mail learning and positive relationships. Monument Branch answering service at 632-0063 (locally) or 8 a.m.-6 her at [email protected]. Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. p.m. weekdays at 1-888-425-2666 (nationwide). • La Leche League of Tri-Lakes, Tue., Nov. 11, 10 • Monument Library: Yoga Flow, every Thu. • Weekend Bike Rides, Sat., 10 a.m. for road rides; a.m., Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 675 Baptist through Nov. 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Dawn Sundays, 1 p.m. for mountain bike rides. Balanced Rd. This worldwide organization provides mother-to- Schreckenghaust will instruct a free six-week course Rock Bike Shop, 279 J Beacon Lite at 3rd St. Info: mother support for mothers who choose to breastfeed. for all skill levels. Learn to harmonize the body 488-9007. Meets 2nd Tue. each month. Info: 481-2909. and mind and release stress. Please bring your own • Air Force Academy Toastmasters Club, every • Tri-Lakes Networking Team Monthly Dinner towel or mat. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Mon., 5:30-6:30 p.m., DeVry University, 1175 Kelly Meeting, Tue., Nov. 11, 6:30-9 p.m., Inn at Palmer Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. Johnson Blvd., Room 15, Colorado Springs. Improve Divide, 443 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Business women • Palmer Lake Book Group, Fri., Nov. 7, 9 a.m. New your public speaking, leadership, and meeting building relationships in a social setting. Meets 2nd members welcome, no registration needed. Call for planning skills with Toastmasters. New members and Tue. each month. Info: Janine Robertson, 266-0246; the book title. Normally meets 1st Fri. each month visitors welcome. Info: Amy Tyndale, 201-5360, or e-mail [email protected]; or visit at Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. visit http://airforceacademy.freetoasthost.us. www.trilakesnetworkingteam.com. Info: 481-2587. • Senior Lunches at Monument Town Hall, normally • Black Forest Chapter of AARP Potluck Luncheon, • Monument Library: Computer Resources for every Mon. & Thu., except the 1st Thu. each month Wed., Nov. 12, 11:30 a.m., Black Forest Lutheran Genealogy, Fri., Nov. 7, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Get started and holidays, 166 Second St., Monument. Arrive 11: Church, Shoup and Black Forest Road. Meets 2nd in genealogy on the Internet by using the library’s 30 a.m., dine at noon. Stay for free bingo the 2nd Thu. Wed. each month. Info: Electa Beckner at 596-6787 Web Picks. Learn to use standard free genealogy each month. Cost: $2. Info: Dorothy Myers, 481- or Chuck Eaton at 495-2443. websites. Registration is required; register on the 4189; Maggie Nealon, 488-3037. • Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce/Business Events Calendar online or call 531-6333, x2253. • Senior Citizen Luncheons, every Wed., 11 a.m.-1 Incubator Workshop, Wed., Nov. 12, 5:30-6 p.m. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. p.m., D-38 Administration Bldg Learning Center, social event and mixer, 6-7:30 p.m.; workshop, “Tax Info: 488-2370. 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Area seniors are invited strategies for 2009 and beyond,” includes strategies • Monument Library: Tri-Lakes Friends of the for lunch & activities hosted by Tri-Lakes Senior for corporations as well as individuals. Hear from Library Reception, Mon., Nov. 10, 4-6 p.m. All Alliance. $3 donation requested. Info: 488-3855. some of the local area’s leading tax experts on how are invited to the Tri-Lakes Friends of the Library • Tri-Lakes Business Accelerators Leads Group, the current economic uncertainty, changes due to the reception to thank patrons, library staff, and volunteers every Tue., 8-9:15 a.m., Shani’s Café, 140 Second presidential election and the tax laws already enacted for their role in the Monument Branch Library’s St. Monument. New businesses are invited to join for economic stimulus will impact you, your family selection as the 2008 Colorado Library of the Year. the group and share leads and tips. Info: Glenn, 492- and your business. Meets 2nd Wed. each month. Tri- Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. 0551. Lakes Business Incubator Conference Room, 14960 Info: 488-2370. • YMCA Senior Fitness Classes, every Tue. & Woodcarver Rd, Colorado Springs. Info: 481-4877 x • Monument Library: Tri-Lakes Knitters, Thu., Nov. Thu., SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit, 8:30 a.m.; 100. 13, 4-5:30 p.m. For experienced and inexperienced SilverSneakers Muscular Strength & Range of • Senior Bingo at Monument Town Hall, Thu., Nov. knitters looking for support, assistance, and Movement, 9:30 a.m., Tri-Lakes Family YMCA, 13, 166 Second St., Monument, after the noontime inspiration as they work on individual projects. Meets 17250 Jackson Creek Pkwy. Participants must be senior lunch. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m., then 2nd Thu. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 YMCA or SilverSneakers members. Info: 481-8728. stay and play. Free! Win prizes! Meets 2nd Thu. each Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370. • Gleneagle Sertoma, every Wed., 11:30 a.m., The month. Info: Maggie Nealon, 488-3037. • Monument Library: AARP Mature Safe Driving Academy Hotel, 8110 N. Academy. Interesting • Friends Like Me: A 45-and-under Support Group Program, Sat., Nov. 15, 9:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Bone up speakers and programs; all are welcome. Info: Dennis for Breast Cancer, Thu., Nov. 13, 7-8:30 p.m., on your driving skills and lower your insurance rates. Eagan 488-2861 or Bob Figgie 598-5111. location to be decided. Join other young women who Cost: $10. Registration is required. Bring a lunch. • Al-anon Meeting: Letting Go, every Thu., 9-10: are battling or have already battled breast cancer to Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. 10 a.m., Tri-Lakes Chapel, room 209, 1750 Deer talk, cope, and learn. Meets 2nd Thu. each month. Info: Registration & Info: 488-2370. Creek Rd, Monument. Info: visit www.al-anon- 351-5079. • Monument Library’s Monumental Readers Book co.org or www.al-anon-alateen.org or call the 24-hour • Ben Lomond Gun Club, Tri-Lakes Chapter, Thu., Club, Fri., Nov. 21, 10-11:30 a.m. All are welcome answering service at 719-632-0063 (locally) or 8 a.m.- Nov. 13, 7 p.m., Tri-Lakes Fire Station 1, 18650 Hwy to this spirited group. The November book is The 6 p.m. weekdays at 1-888-425-2666 (nationwide). 105 west of Monument near the bowling alley. Meets Page 38 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 Page 39

2nd Thu. each month. Info: 481-3364. meets 1st Tue. each month. Info: Mike Christensen, toward maintenance of the Palmer Lake Star on the • Black Rose Acoustic Society Open Stage: Grass It 484-0467. mountain. There will be door prizes and a bucket Up. Fri., Nov. 14, opening acts begin 7 p.m., Black • Community Dance/Dancing Life’s Rhythms, Thu., raffle. One lucky raffle winner will be the one to light Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd. Dec. 4, 9:30-10:30 a.m., The Church at Woodmoor, the star! To donate prizes or for more information, at Shoup Rd., Black Forest. Listen to an acoustic- 18125 Furrow Road. All are welcome to explore phone the Palmer Lake Town Office at 481-2953. based trio that plays driving Bluegrass with an dance, movement, and music for personal expression • Palmer Lake Yule Log Pot Luck Dinner, Tue., Dec. occasional jazz, blues, Celtic, rock, or country tune. and building community. Meets 1st and 3rd Thu. each 2, 6 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Circle. Cost: $5 nonmembers, $3 members. Info: www.black month. Info: Susan Callender, 495-0143, or Tish Please bring a potluck dish to share and place settings roseacoustic.org or call 282-0760. Minear, 488-3405. for your family. For more information, call 481- • Juvenile Diabetes Support Group, Sat., Nov. 15, • Monument Homemakers Club Monthly Potluck 2953. 9 a.m., It’s a Grind Coffee House, 15954D Jackson Lunch, Thu., Dec. 4, 11:30 a.m., Monument Town • Historic Monument Small Town Christmas, Sat., Creek Pkwy, Monument. Meets 3rd Sat. each month. Hall, 166 2nd St. Meets 1st Thu. each month. Info: Bev Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Downtown Monument. Info: Chris, 884-0832 or e-mail cabernathy@woodm Wells, 488-3327. Holiday crafts at Town Hall (166 2nd St.), Santa & oor.com. • Palmer Divide Quilt Guild, Thu., Dec. 4, 7 p.m., Mrs. Claus at the Chapala Building, and much more! • Tri-Lakes Parents of Multiples, Mon., Nov. 17, 6: Church at Woodmoor, 18125 Furrow Rd. Meets 1st See the Special Events & Notices section for details 30-8 p.m., Little Log Church, 133 High St., Palmer Thu. each month. Info: Carolyn at 488-9791 or e-mail or visit www.monumentmerchants.com or phone Lake. Come meet other parents of twins, triplets, her at [email protected]. 884-8016 for more info. and more. Meets 3rd Mon. each month. Childcare available. RSVP to [email protected]. Info: 488- SPECIAL EVENTS To have your event listed at no charge in Our Community 4221. • Western Museum of Mining & Industry’s 5th Calendar, please call 488-3455, or send the information • Cancer Support Group for Women, Tue., Nov. 18, Annual Gold Party, Fri., Nov. 7, 6 p.m. This year’s to [email protected] or P.O. Box 7 p.m., St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 18320 Furrow Museum fundraiser includes a bourbon tasting, 1742, Monument, Colorado 80132. Rd., Woodmoor. Meets 3rd Tue. each month. Info: light appetizers, music, a guest speaker, and a silent Lindsay, 487-9362. auction! Cost: $50 per person. To donate prizes, call • Community Dance/Dancing Life’s Rhythms, Thu., 487-3283. Info: 488-0880 or visit wmmi.org. Nov. 20, 9:30-10:30 a.m., The Church at Woodmoor, • Lewis-Palmer Middle School (LPMS) Veterans ���������� 18125 Furrow Road. All are welcome to explore Day Ceremony, Tue, Nov. 11, 8 a.m., LPMS ������������� dance, movement, and music for personal expression cafetorium, 1776 Woodmoor Dr., Monument. In ������������� ������ and building community. Meets 1st and 3rd Thu. each honor of the 90th anniversary of Veteran’s Day, ������������ month. Info: Susan Callender, 495-0143, or Tish the LPMS Patriots invite all military veterans to a ������������ Minear, 488-3405. ceremony and reception. The LPMS television crew �������������������������� • Central Colorado Wilderness Coalition Meeting, will record the event. Please join the LPMS Patriots ����������� Thu., Nov. 20, potluck supper, 6 p.m., meeting 6: as they salute those who serve our country in the 30-8:30 p.m., Beidleman Environmental Center, 740 military. Info: 488-4776. W. Caramillo St., Colorado Springs. Meets 3rd Thu. • Monument Academy Charter School: “Take a each month. Info: John Stansfield, (303) 660-5849 or Veteran to School Day,” Tue., Nov. 11, 10 a.m.- e-mail [email protected]. noon, 1150 Village Ridge Point, Monument. Veterans • Palmer Lake Historical Society Meeting, Thu., of all service branches are invited to share a special Nov. 20, 7 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley assembly at Monument Academy in their honor! Crescent. Charles Halaska presents “The Historical Lunch will be provided for our Veterans following the Impact of the Cumbres & Toltec Railroad.” assembly. Info & RSVP, 481-1950 x1240. Normally meets 3rd Thu. Info: 559-0837 or e-mail • Ladies Day at the YMCA, Wed., Nov. 12, 9 a.m.- [email protected]. 1 p.m., 17250 Jackson Creek Parkway, • Gleneagle Women’s Club Annual Art and Crafts Monument. The YMCA will host a Ladies Day Support Our Community Show and Luncheon, Fri., Nov. 21, 11:30 a.m., Celebration & Partners Campaign Fundraiser. Advertise in OCN Vincenzo’s Restaurant (formerly The Place) at 13390 Admission is free. Enjoy a new hairstyle, massage, Gleneagle Dr. Enjoy a delightful Italian luncheon and or reflexology. Get great ideas for Christmas, sample browse among tables filled with fabulous items to yummy foods, see and try on new fashions. Discuss buy. New crafters and artists are added each year and current financial markets and investment options Complete advertising information this year is better than ever. RSVP by Nov. 17 to Carol plus so much more! Free childcare for two hours including rates and sizes is posted Docheff, 484-0788 or; Pamela Stadler, 481-9383; or (call ahead for a reservation). Booths rent for $50 for Marge Briggs, 481-3733. If you would like to be a vendors and $25 for those providing a service. All at www.ourcommunitynews.org participant in this art/craft show, call Tsilla Reyner at proceeds go to the Partner Campaign, which helps 599-9046 (h) or 244-0674 (c). the local community with before- and after-school • Women’s Business Owners and Managers childcare, and other YMCA programs. Info: Lisa Luncheon, Wed., Nov. 26, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Gray, 481-8728. Woodmoor Pines Golf & Country Club, 18945 Pebble • “Guys and Dolls,” A D-38 combined high schools Beach Way, Monument. Meets 4th Wed. each month. musical performance, Thu., Nov. 13 & Fri., Nov. Info: 481-3282. 14; 7 p.m.; Sat., Nov. 15, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., Palmer • Black Rose Acoustic Society Open Stage: The Bill Ridge High School Theater, 19255 Monument Hill Hearne Trio, Fri., Nov. 28, doors open 6:30 for 7 Road, Monument. Cost: Adults, $9, Students/Senior p.m. show, Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Citizens, $6. On-line ticket sales begin Nov. 3 at Black Forest Rd. at Shoup Rd., Black Forest. Enjoy www.seatyourself.biz/lewispalmer or buy tickets at a variety of cowboy, Western swing, honky tonk, box office day of show. Info: 867-8600. and classic country from the 50s and 60s from an old • Monument unveils Christmas Banners, Nov. 21, OCN is published on the favorite of BRAS. Info: www.blackroseacoustic.org Historic Downtown Monument. The first first Saturday of each month or call 282-0760. “Banner Christmas” features thirty original by Colorado non-profit • MOMS Club of Monument and Colorado Springs Christmas art banners hand-painted by North. Come meet other stay-at-home moms and renowned local artists. The banners will Our Community News, Inc. kids in your area. Weekly activities and playgroups be on display on Second Street and Front scheduled throughout the month for ages birth and up. Street lampposts throughout the holiday John Heiser, President Moms living in Monument and Palmer Lake contact season. Some of the banners will be 719-488-3455 (ofc & FAX) 488-9031 (hm) Laura S., 434-8356, [email protected]. Moms available in a silent auction to raise funds [email protected] living in zip 80921 and parts of Black Forest contact for various local non-profit organizations. Kim, 440-0192. Visit www.momsclub.org for more Info: 884-8016. information. • Dotsero Concert at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts © Copyright 2001-2008 • Fibromyalgia Support Group, Mon., Dec. 1, 7 p.m. (TLCA), Sat., Nov. 22, doors open at 7 for a 7: Our Community News, Inc. The group is temporarily moving the meeting to the 30 p.m. show. Dotsero kicks off the holidays with P.O. Box 1742 HealthSouth Building at 3920 N. Union, Colorado smooth jazz, playing some of their original selections Springs. A DVD on the disease and treatments will plus favorites from their holiday CD. Cost: $12 TLCA Monument, Colorado 80132-1742 play 5-7 p.m.; the meeting starts at 7 p.m. Share members, $15 non-members. Buy tickets at The Wine All rights reserved. concerns and success stories in a small group. Learn Seller (481-3019), Covered Treasures Bookstore (481- how you can become pain-free. Visitors and new 2665) in Monument and TLCA (481-0475) in Palmer participants always welcome. No charge, no products Lake. TLCA is located at 304 Colorado Highway sold. Meets 1st Mon. each month. Info: Lorna Searle, 105, Palmer Lake. Info: visit www.trilakesarts.org or Circulation 481-3735. phone 481-0475. Print Run: 14,200 • American Legion Tri-Lakes Post 9-11, Tue., Dec. • Palmer Lake’s Chili Supper, Sat., Nov. 29, 5 to 8: 2, 6:30 p.m., Depot Restaurant, Hwy 105 & Primrose 30 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Mail Delivery: 13,722 St., Palmer Lake. New members welcome. Normally All proceeds from this popular annual fundraiser go Stacks: 478 Page 40 Read, download, and search all the OCN back issues at www.OurCommunityNews.org Vol. 8 No. 11

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