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City council votes to put TABOR Remembering a question on November ballot fallen soldier... On a 5-2 vote, the Littleton City 1992. It established a revenue limit $500,000 for the rehabilitation of Council approved a resolution at for the State of Colorado and all Ketring Lake. its September 5 meeting request- other governments. The revenue Proponents of the revenue limit ing voter approval for the city to limit is set by a formula which is removal say it gives a city more flex- retain and spend surplus revenue, a blended rate of the Consumer ibility to plan for future projects. if any, over the limit established by Price Index and property valuation Opponents say that the revenue the TABOR Amendment. Council growth based on data supplied by limit should not be removed for any Members Clark and Mulvey voted county assessors. Revenue which reason and surplus revenue should against the question and Council exceeds the limit must either be be refunded. Members Conklin, Cronenberger, refunded by the municipality or At least 16 cities in the Front Kast, Ostermiller and Taylor voted voters must give approval to the Range, along with Littleton Public to support it. municipality to retain and spend the Schools and South Suburban Parks If approved by voters Novem- surplus funds. and Recreation, have removed the ber 7, no new tax would be cre- Littleton has exceeded the rev- revenue limit. ated, nor would any existing tax be enue limit several times. Voters gave The election will be coordinated increased. Voters would still retain approval for a temporary removal by the Arapahoe, Douglas and Jef- the right to vote on any future tax of the limit in 1995, 1999, 2000 and ferson County clerks. Registered increases. If the question is turned 2002. Most of these funds were electors can cast their ballot at down, the city may have to refund used to help pay for capital projects county polling places throughout any revenues over the limit. The city such as: almost $2 million for the the community. Voters may register council would have to determine Santa Fe Drive Safety Improve- at the Littleton City Clerk’s office at how a refund is made since TABOR ment Project, $1 million to purchase 2255 West Berry Avenue. The last does not address the issue. the land for the Douglas Buck day to register is October 10. Early “Sales tax revenues have dropped Recreation Center, $1.2 million to voting begins October 23. Contact over a million dollars since 2001. purchase the Central Construction the county clerks for locations. There are a lot of new developments property as an open space buffer for October 31 is the last day to apply coming on line that will require more South Platte Park, almost $350,000 for an absentee ballot. For further city services. But if we don’t remove for mini-parks, more than $3 mil- information, contact the city clerk at the limit, we won’t be able to keep lion toward the cost of the Littleton 303-795-3753. the revenues the new projects will Historical Museum, and more than generate,” said Council Member John Ostermiller. In opposing the resolution, Police management study completed Council Member Doug Clark ques- Littleton Mayor Jim Taylor (left) and the parents and sister of On Tuesday, September 12, the report with implementation times tioned the timing. “I think it is a Navy SEAL Danny Dietz, unveil the sign on Littleton Boulevard shame we are doing this now when Littleton City Council discussed the ranging from six to 18 months. temporarily renaming the street Danny Dietz Drive September there is no excess revenue and we findings and recommendations of Some of the findings are: 18. Born and raised in Littleton, Danny Dietz was killed in ac- don’t know if there will be next the Littleton Police Department • The LPD, along with other city tion in Afghanistan in June of 2005. year,” Clark said. (LPD) Management Study. The services, has been increasingly With voter approval of the report was prepared by Organi- impacted by a widening gap Arapahoe County Open Space zational Effectiveness Consulting between service expectations shift to help balance staffing and • Civilian “para police” should be Tax in 2004, Littleton receives an (OEC) from Ojai, California. OEC and available resources. workload at peak periods. hired to take reports, handle calls annual “share back” payment from has assisted more than 100 law • The LPD space is woefully • Modifications should be made and direct traffic. the county. The 2006 amount is enforcement agencies throughout insufficient for current needs, to the CAD system and dispatch • LPD’s turnover rate from 2000 $784,000 which can only be used to the country including the Com- and offers absolutely no space policies in order to determine to 2006 of 10 percent is twice purchase or improve parks and open merce City, Colorado and Los for any additional future expan- accurate response times to high, the rate that OEC considers space. There is a chance these funds Angeles Police Departments. sion. mid, and low priority citizen excessive. could cause the city to exceed the OEC was asked to develop a • If the LPD reduced training calls. • The turnover rate has had an revenue limit. A refund would then framework to better evaluate the time by 80 hours per officer • The alarm calls policy should be impact on morale and excessive have to be paid from the general community’s priorities and the annually, the equivalent of 1.5 modified. overtime. fund, so the city, in effect, would way the police department allo- full time police officer positions • Mail-in and web-based report- • Detectives closed 27 percent be penalized for receiving the open cates resources in light of limited could be added to patrol. ing should be considered for of the cases assigned to them, space funds. finances typical of a mature com- • “Power shifts” should be imple- low-grade incidents and some a range which OEC considers TABOR is an amendment to the munity. There are more than 25 mented to bring some officers calls could be shifted to the Colorado Constitution approved in specific recommendations in the in earlier or later than a normal neighborhood resource officer. See STUDY on pg. 5

PRSRT STD What’s Inside 2255 West Berry Ave. U.S. Postage Littleton, CO 80165 Paid Littleton, CO CAC Identifies Top Community Issues ...... 2 Permit No. 205 Museum Presents Three New Programs ...... 3 LFR Wildland Team Had Busy Summer...... 4 Police Chief Announces Retirement ...... 5 ECRWSS Miles Increase, Accidents Decrease ...... 6 Postal Patron News and Programs from Bemis Library...... 7 Candlelight Walk Returns November 24...... 8 LITTLETON CITY COUNCIL October 2006 • Page 2 Mayor Taylor’s Message Dear Citizens:

The seasons are changing and that’s not all. Just look around the city and you can see many signs of transformation. Properties are being developed and redeveloped all over town. These investments in our community are important to our economy and in some cases, help stimulate and revitalize neighbor- hoods. The Lowe’s home improvement store at the north- west corner of Belleview and Santa Fe Drive is rapidly rising from the ground. The 135,000 square-foot store is expected to open in December. This proj- ect was a tremendous challenge for the developer as the site was controlled by six different property owners and is located in two municipalities. The site encompasses the old city sewer treatment plant and the former Hugh M. Woods store, which was owned by the Denver Water Board. Besides the much needed sales tax revenue it will create, this new development will be a great visual improvement to the northern entrance to the city. Riverside at Centennial Downs, located on the west side of the Platte River between Belleview and Prince Street, is a proposal for 92,000 square- feet of office and retail space. The vacant land is being developed by Lit- tleton Capital Partners, the same group who put together the Littleton Station project on Littleton Boulevard just east of downtown. South Suburban Parks and Recreation is preparing to develop an off- leash dog park, picnic shelter, trails and playground at Wynetka Ponds Park, at the northwest corner of Lowell and Bowles. A public hearing before the The Littleton City Council honored Jan Andrus as Guest Citizen August 1 for her service as direc- planning commission will be scheduled this fall to plat the property for these tor of Meals on Wheels for more than 25 years. Mayor Jim Taylor also presented Andrus with a box improvements. of City of Littleton information and giveaways to send to her grandson stationed in Iraq. Ice Ranch is a proposal for a two-story, 51,800 square-foot recreational facility and ice skating rinks in the Ridge at SouthPark. The developers have submitted their conceptual site development plan to the city. The city’s Littleton finalist in awards for municipal excellence Development Review Committee will discuss the project October 12. The Residences at Nevada Place is a proposal for 68 residential units on The National League of Cities Youth Initiative is illustrative of the NLC committees, I couldn’t be the former site of the St. Mary’s Elementary School on Nevada Street just (NLC) and CH2M Hill announced type of projects that are improving more pleased that Littleton is a final- north of downtown. City staff has completed the review of the conceptual that Littleton is a finalist for the 2006 the lives of residents in cities and ist for this prestigious award,” said plan. The next step will be a public hearing before the Planning Commis- Awards for Municipal Excellence. towns across the country.” Littleton Mayor Jim Taylor. sion that has yet to be scheduled. The awards recognize outstanding Nominated programs have been The winners of the 2006 Awards And finally, there’s a lot of talk around town about a proposed Wal Mart programs that have significantly judged on the following criteria: suc- for Municipal Excellence will be store at 6775 South Santa Fe Drive. In order to move forward, a rezoning contributed to the quality of life in cessful public-private partnership announced at the National League of the 23-acre site will be required for the 187,000 square-foot store. Staff the recipient’s city. Cities and towns ventures; productive citizen and of Cities’ Congress of Cities and completed the conceptual review of the project and just recently received a from 38 states and Washington, D.C. community collaborations; effective Exposition in Reno, Nevada, final plan for another staff review. This proposal will then move to a public sent in nominations. management of municipal resources December 5-9, 2006. hearing before the planning commission, and then be considered at a public “Littleton has demonstrated (public or private); innovative gov- Detailed information about the hearing before the city council. None of these public hearings has been its leadership and creativity and is ernment policies; project implemen- Awards for Municipal Excellence scheduled although Wal Mart has held a couple of neighborhood meetings being recognized as a finalist for the tation with tangible results; and/or can be found on the NLC website to present the project to the community. What I’ve discussed here is only a thumb nail sketch of some of the Awards for Municipal Excellence,” the ability to replicate the project in at www.nlc.org and future features projects that may come to Littleton. There are many others but not enough said NLC Executive Director Don other cities. in Nation’s Cities Weekly ... room to discuss them all here. For up to date information on all projects Borut. “The Greater Littleton “As an active member of four that have been submitted to the Community Development Department, visit the city’s web page at www.littletongov.org/comdev and check the Proj- ect Activity List. Citizen committee identifies top community issues Sincerely, The 23-member Littleton 2030 Arapahoe Community College and the intent and details of the collec- Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) marketability. tive vision for the city. held its sixth meeting August 3. At Threats: The top five commu- The next public meeting, which that meeting, the CAC reviewed the nity threats are: 1) a failure to grow; will be in early to mid-October, will Jim Taylor issues identified by the public, city 2) development done poorly; 3) focus on getting the public involved council, and the CAC and finalized competition with other communi- in reviewing the draft vision state- the assignment of priorities to ties; 4) deterioration; and 5) fear ment and helping to produce the Historic district grant program a success those issues. of change. visioning map. For property owners, restoring The office building at 5711 Strengths: The five highest Following the assignment of City council, planning commis- or maintaining a historic building can South Nevada Street was one of the community strengths, according priorities to the issues, the members sion, and the CAC all believe that it be an expense, especially if the build- first completed projects. This Art to the priorities assigned by the of the CAC combined their knowl- is essential that as many citizens as ing is in the Main Street Historic Dis- Moderne building was constructed CAC, are: 1) the Littleton Public edge of the community with the possible be involved in the planning trict. Within the district, guidelines in 1951 and was the office of Dr. Schools and Arapahoe process. To that end, are established to ensure that the Richard Wells. Over the years the Community College; 2) everyone involved in the historic character of the buildings original storefront windows had history, including his- process is committed is maintained or enhanced, which been reconfigured and the façade to providing as many often requires high-quality materials had aged. Littleton Capital Partners toric downtown; 3) light that can add to the expense. (LCP) purchased the building in rail; and 4) parks, open opportunities as possible To encourage re-investment and 2005 with plans to relocate its offices space, trails, recreation facilities, and insight provided through the issue for citizen involvement. If you preservation downtown, the city to the building. With a $5,000 grant mature landscaping. There was a tie identification process to develop a know of an organization that would set up a fund known as the Main from the fund to assist with the for fifth between cultural facilities draft vision statement for the future like a presentation on the planning Street Historic District Grant Pro- cost of the façade restoration, LCP and activities and the South Platte of Littleton. The CAC will set the process and the progress to date or gram. The idea came from property completed the project and moved in. River corridor. draft vision aside as it completes would like an opportunity to discuss owners who suggested that funds be The completed project has brought Weaknesses: The top five the next steps in the planning the issues in more detail, contact the made available for various preserva- a fresh look to the 5700 block of community weaknesses are:. process and then later will return city’s Long Range Planner, Dennis tion projects in exchange for historic Nevada Street and has preserved 1) lost revenues and opportunities; to that draft vision so that it can Swain, to arrange a presentation designation of their property. Now one of Littleton’s few Moderne 2) aging demographics; 3) problems be reviewed and revised to reflect by a member of the CAC and/or in its second year, the grant pro- architectural treasures. with housing stock; 4) areas that new information and ideas. city staff. Dennis can be reached by gram is funded at $50,000 in 2006. Other completed projects are not pedestrian-friendly; and. The next step will be a two- email at [email protected] or Individual grants are awarded a include improvements to the Cur- 5) limits to marketing. dimensional visioning process by phone at 303-795-3775. maximum of $10,000. tice Street façade of 2629 West Main Opportunities: The top five through which the CAC and the All meetings of the CAC are By all accounts, the program Street (Main Street Centre), new community opportunities are: public will produce a map that open to the public and time is has been a success. Since its incep- windows and door for 2399 West tion in September, 2005, the city Main Street (Tres Jolie), chimney 1) light rail; 2) the potential for reflects identified issues and the provided at the beginning of each has received 20 applications from repair for 5738 South Rapp Street new development and redevelop- key physical elements of the com- for pubic comment. The date for both property owners and tenants. (Natural Surroundings), and façade ment; 3) historic downtown; and munity vision. The map will help CAC and other meetings for the To date, all applicants have received improvements for 2516 West Main 4) transportation options and the clarify both issues and the vision Littleton 2030 planning process funds for their projects and many of Street (Ancient Arts Healing). potential to be pedestrian-friendly. statement, help check for missing can be found on the city’s website: them are now complete. There was a tie for fifth between elements, and help communicate www.littletongov.org. LITTLETON HISTORICAL MUSEUM October 2006 • Page 3 Littleton Historical Museum presents three educational programs

Museum’s First Thursday Lecture Series Brown Bag Lunch Program The Littleton Fine Arts Committee Presents:

The Art of the Stamp The Women’s Land Army–by Ginny Fraser From Pompeii to Picasso, Understanding Art

7 p.m. Thursday, November 2 12 – 1 p.m. November 14 Lecture by Sally L. Perisho Friends Lecture Hall Friends Lecture Hall Adjunct Professor of Art History 303-795-3950 303-795-3950 Arapahoe Community College

Limited seating, free tickets The Women’s Land Army 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 8 may be obtained at the museum beginning (WLA) during World War II is Friends Lecture Hall Oct. 1 during regular hours. an overlooked piece of history. 303-795-3950 We usually think of “Rosie Presented by Terry the Riveter” as women’s con- Limited seating, free tickets may be obtained at the McCaffrey, manager, tribution to the work of the museum beginning Oct. 1 during regular hours. Stamp Development, nation during 1943-1945, and Stamp Services, U.S. know little about the three Utilizing important and Postal Service. million women who worked recognized works in the his- McCaffrey has on farms across the country tory of art, Perisho’s slide served as guest curator where assistance was urgently lecture is intended to stimulate for the Smithsonian Copyright IWM neg HU63823 needed because of men being thought about art, past and Institution’s National drafted. The WLA was a government program under the U.S. present by providing a broad Po s t a l M u s e u m . Crop Corps. overview of the history of art. McCaffrey was charged with the task of identifying philatelic While many women were eager to participate in the war Key art appreciation terminol- artwork contained in the Postal Service archives for inclu- effort, many farmers, ranchers, and their wives, initially opposed ogy or the “language of art” sion in the exhibit “Art of the Stamp.” He also oversaw the urban women working on their land. After the first year, how- will be emphasized. A broad exhibition design and accompanying written materials and ever, Colorado farmers and others changed their attitudes, thus survey of periods, styles and promotional items. “Art of the Stamp” was first exhibited at making a permanent change in how women were accepted in media will be provided. the National Postal Museum and, under McCaffrey’s guid- farming. Perisho founded the Colo- ance, was reconfigured as a traveling exhibition now shown Ginny Fraser will tell more, based on her research of rado Gallery of the Arts at nationwide. the history of this unique program. Fraser was part of the Arapahoe Community College McCaffrey has personally designed several U.S. postage Women’s Land Army in Ohio in 1945, picking cherries and (ACC) in 1979 and served as its director until 1985. She is cur- stamps, and has received numerous professional awards from detasseling corn along with German prisoners of war and rently an adjunct professor of art history at ACC and director local and regional organizations. migratory labor. of business development for Greenfield Architects.

LITTLETON ECONOMIC NOTES

Janet and Mike Johnston opened their second Savory The Lunchbox at 3625 West Bowles Avenue (Col- Café Terracotta held a ribbon cutting in September Spice Shop in September at 2560 West Main Street. umbine Valley Shopping Center) celebrated its new to celebrate its grand opening in the renovated Lou- The shop features more than 300 herbs, spices and ownership, style, and menu in August with a ribbon than House at 5649 South Curtice Street. The res- seasonings that are ground weekly at its sister store cutting celebration. Brothers Jeff and Mark Holland taurant serves breakfast and lunch Tuesday through in Denver. Customers can have custom blends made have worked in restaurants for years and are dedi- Sunday. Owners Sheri and David Svenson were sur- and are encouraged to sample products and have cated to great customer service. They offer break- rounded by friends, Council Member Pat Cronen- packaged only the amounts they need, as little as half fast through dinner items with fast service, a child- berger (front row, far left), South Metro Denver an ounce. Joining Janet, second from right, at the re- friendly menu section, call-ahead ordering, delivery, Chamber of Commerce President John Brackney, cent ribbon-cutting are: Mayor Jim Taylor, Mayor and catering services for any meal. In addition, they (left, behind Cronenberger), Council Member John Pro Tem Rebecca Kast, Council Member John Os- have easy-to-serve box lunches. Mayor Jim Taylor Ostermiller (front row, far right) and Mayor Jim termiller, and Store Manager Erin Teuber. joined Jeff and Mark for the celebration. Taylor (center, with ribbon).

GENERAL NEWS

Recycle your leaves November 4 and 11 Summer Cleanup Littleton residents will again Belleview Avenue on the east side Program wraps up have an environmentally respon- of Windermere Street. Volunteers sible alternative to sending their at the site will accept leaves and successful year leaves to a landfill. The Cities of tires only. No grass clippings, tree The 2006 City of Littleton and Englewood are spon- branches or other refuse will be Littleton Summer soring a leaf-recycling program accepted. The leaves will be recy- in cooperation with Eagle Waste cled by grinding and mixing them Cleanup program Services and Jensen Sales Company. into soil amendment products. ended August 11. In the previous 13 years of the Citizens are welcome to stop by and The program runs program, more than 9,000 cubic take leaves home to compost. each year from the yards of leaves and 1,600 tires have Tires will also be collected for first week of June through the been recycled. recycling at a cost of $1.50 each middle of August and has been Leaves will be collected from 8 and $3 for those mounted on rims. successful in helping residents keep a.m. until noon on two Saturdays: No oversized tractor or truck tires their properties clean. This year the November 4 and November 11. permitted. This collection site is program was a great success. There The new collection point is open for residential recycling and Lt. Miles Kubly from the Englewood Fire Department empties a were 715 requests for pickups and the parking lot at Cornerstone no materials will be accepted from bottle of old antifreeze into a disposal tank. The cities of Littleton 706 total pickups were made. The Park at the southeast corner of lawn service companies or other total weight of electronics recycled West Belleview Avenue and South commercial ventures. and Englewood sponsor the Household Hazardous Waste Roundup was 6,538 lbs. For more informa- Windermere Street, two blocks east For more information call 303- every year so dangerous chemicals such as this can be dropped off at of Santa Fe Drive. The parking 795-3863. the Englewood Service Center for proper disposal instead of ending tion contact Rebecca Thompson at lot entrance is 100 yards south of up in a landfill. This year’s event was held September 9 and 16. 303-795-3831. LITTLETON FIRE RESCUE October 2006 • Page 4 Littleton Fire Rescue Wildland Team had a busy summer to New Mexico at the request of buildings inside the monu- an increase in wildland fire Governor Bill Richardson. This ment. Nine team members were activity similar to the rest of the detail involved working with deployed over two weeks and Western U.S. The Rockbridge local forest service authori- provided staffing for three dif- fire in Highlands Ranch, the ties who requested additional ferent vehicles. C-470/Santa Fe fire and the resources to help mitigate In addition to New Mexico Chatfield State Park fire were all fire potential due to extreme and Wyoming, the team was mitigated successfully thanks to drought conditions. This assign- requested and sent to South the dedication and training of ment lasted a total of six weeks Dakota, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada the wildland team. and included the involvement and Nebraska. This provided The deployments enable the of nine different team members excellent experience and train- team members to gain valuable serving 14-day assignments. ing for several fires in Colorado experience by working with The Littleton Fire Rescue desire to work in the wildland Wyoming also requested and even within Littleton. The other outside agencies in dif- (LFR) wildland team is com- firefighting arena. team members when a fire team recently returned from the ferent capacities. These lessons prised of 30 members who This season saw the team broke out near Devil’s Tower Red Apple fire which was burn- are brought back home to Lit- have specialized training in wild- deployed to eight different National Monument. Named ing outside of Rifle, Colorado tleton and shared with others to land firefighting. Each member states. LFR provided the team the Thorn Divide fire, it encom- and burned nearly 900 acres and keep the team and the entire fire must undergo rigorous physical members as well as two differ- passed over 12,000 acres and threatened 50 homes. Again, the department on the cutting edge testing and over 60 hours of ent wildland trucks to various threatened more than 130 pri- LFR wildland team was instru- of wildland firefighting. LFR’s additional training each year. jurisdictions who requested vate residences. The LFR team mental in fighting this fire and wildland team is reimbursed for The team is fully staffed by their help. found themselves on the front protecting properties. all of its costs by the agency that firefighters who express a keen Littleton’s team was deployed lines protecting structures and In Littleton, there has been requests its assistance. Littleton Firefighter deployed to Iraq

Littleton Firefighter Jens Pietrzyk, a ser- geant in the U.S. Army Reserve, has been dispatched to Iraq to serve as a medic for one of eight special teams of 200 Iraqi and ten American soldiers. The team is carrying out classified operations as part of the war effort in Iraq. We wish Jens well and hope for his safe return. Fire Prevention Week beginning October 8

Fire Prevention Week begins Satur- day, October 8 and runs through Sunday October 15. Littleton Fire Rescue would like to encourage everyone to concentrate and focus on kitchen safety during the month of October. For the first time in 26 years it rained on the parade. However, a little rain did not dampen the spir- it or enthusiasm of the 126 participants in the 2006 Western Welcome Week (WWW) Children’s The majority of fires in the United Parade. This year’s theme was “Embracing Volunteerism.” Children ages 13 and under competed States start in the kitchen. Some of in three categories; pedestrians, bikes and floats. There were candy stripe nurses, cowboys, con- the contributing factors include unat- struction workers and of course firefighters. In all, 66 entries braved the rain and walked or rode tended cooking, children cooking and the parade route. The WWW Children’s Parade is sponsored annually by Littleton Firefighters improper cooking technique. Littleton Fire Local 2086 and the Littleton Firefighters Foundation. Rescue will be out and about all month to remind people to “Watch What You Heat.” Littleton Fire Rescue will host an “open house” Saturday, October 14 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Fire Station #12, 6539 South Broadway. For further what’s new information or to schedule a fire safety tour, contact Littleton Fire Rescue at 303-795-3701 or via email at [email protected]. online www.littletongov.org

Water Rescue Team Some old friends have returned to Littleton. To Littleton’s Web site, that is. For the first time since 2004, Littleton citizens can once again view broadcasts of recent educates Chatfield visitors Littleton City Council meetings. The online meetings are “indexed” so viewers can select water safety trivia games, a water just the portions of the meeting in which they have an interest, or choose to watch the entire safety iron-on coloring activity, broadcast online. Naturally, viewers with slower Internet connections will see choppier video life vest fittings and giveaways, and a Stewie the Duck Learns to quality, but sound quality should not be affected. Meetings are also recorded on DVD and Littleton Fire Rescue’s Water Swim read along. Activities for all VHS, and a copy of each is available to check out at Bemis Public Library a few days after Rescue Team worked shoulder to ages were focused on educating each meeting. Visit the Council Agendas and Minutes page for links to the broadcasts: www. shoulder with multiple agencies the safe behaviors and available Saturday, August 12 to educate safety devices for enjoying a day littletongov.org/council/agenmin.asp. visitors to Chatfield State Park on the lake. Another popular feature which has returned to the city’s Web site is Cupola Cam, the Web on boating and water safety. The The day was a fun-filled suc- group included Chatfield State cess. Visitors enjoyed chatting cam which provides a live view of historic downtown Littleton and the surrounding area. Camera Park Rangers, the United States with firefighters and touring fire failure, upgrade difficulties, software glitches and even winter weather kept the camera out of Army Corps of Engineers, Safe apparatus. Participants walked commission for six months, but everything was resolved in July and the camera went back Kids Metro Denver, South Metro away with a variety of free water Fire Rescue, and West Metro Fire safety gear. All agencies involved online. Visit the Cupola Cam Web page to see live streaming video of Main Street and several Rescue. are looking forward to the next other Littleton landmarks again: www.littletongov.org/littleton8/streamingcouncilmtgs.asp. Park visitors participated in event. FEATURE STORY October 2006 • Page 5 New musical entertainment highlights 2006 Carousel of Music

On August 16, a Carousel of Music, the popular musical event Thank you for the whole family, wrapped up its 27th year. Featured at this year’s sponsors! event were: a gold panning station sponsored by Reinke Bros., Inc.; the Littleton Fire Rescue Smoke- house, canoe rides from South Suburban Parks and Recreation, costumed characters, face paint- ing, Jolly-Jump air-filled bounce houses, McGruff the Crime Dog and Child I.D. kits from the Lit- tleton Police Department, and a temporary tattoo station. The REINKE BROS. INC. ENTERTAINMENT & PROMOTION SPECIALISTS musical entertainment consisted 5663 S. PRINCE STREET, LITTLETON, CO 80120 303-795-5006 of the Colorado Honor Band, the Colorado Wind Ensemble, and the Littleton Chorale. Picnic items for sale included hot dogs, chips, soft drinks and ice cream sandwiches for only 50 cents each. A Carousel of Music is one of the many events held during the 10-day long West- ern Welcome Week celebration.

LITTLETON POLICE DEPARTMENT Police chief announces retirement STUDY: City council to discuss findings Littleton Police • Instituting Community Resource continued from pg. 1 Chief Gary Maas Officers in each patrol district, announced his retire- including the use of bicycles on acceptable. “There is widespread distrust and great service to our citizens,” said ment September 18 patrol. • Consider a 9/80 work schedule fear of the top leadership in the City Manager Jim Woods. “Our effective December • Initiating the first use of a com- for detectives, allowing them to organization. Employees indicated goal for this process is to be as 31, 2006. Maas’s last munity survey to sample citizen be available to witnesses and they have lost confidence, trust open and productive as possible. day in the office will priorities for the department. victims more hours of the day. and respect of their top leaders,” We will look at the leadership and be November 16, 2006. He will uti- • Introducing a citizen’s police • The commander position that the report stated. “Whether the management issues raised in the lize accumulated vacation through academy as a means of improv- oversees the detective division examples are accurate, exaggerated report very carefully, just as we will the end of the year. ing public understanding and should be converted to a lieuten- or misperceived, this is the number the recommendations for more “I have enjoyed my tenure with support for the agency. one issue confronting the depart- effective use of police resources,” the City of Littleton. However, I feel • Achieving accreditation from the ant position at some point in the it is time for a change; both for the Commission for Accreditation future. ment,” according to the report. Woods added. Littleton Police Department, and for of Law Enforcement Agencies Finally, OEC found that the “Littleton has a very good The full report can be viewed at me and my family,” Maas said. (CALEA) in March, 2006 making organizational climate is not healthy. police department that is providing www.littletongov.org/police. Maas has been Littleton’s chief of Littleton one of only ten law police since 1996. He came to Lit- enforcement agencies in Colo- tleton after serving almost six years rado to meet the highest stan- as the chief of police in Sioux City, dards in law enforcement. Families and neighborhoods celebrate National Night Out Iowa. During his ten year tenure, “Gary was very innovative in Maas is credited with introducing a establishing a number of new pro- Thirty-one parties were held number of progressive initiatives for grams in the city that will continue to which was up from 25 last year. the department, including: be of tremendous benefit to our citi- It is estimated that more than • Redesigning the promotional zens,” said City Manager Jim Woods. 1,500 residents were part of process to eliminate prior allega- “I appreciate his service to our com- tions of bias. munity and wish him and his family block parties, ice cream socials • Working with the Littleton Police the best in his retirement,” Woods and other neighborly get-togeth- Officers Association and the city added. ers during the evening. Several manager to implement a Master Woods plans to conduct a nation- hundred more residents of Lit- Police Officer Program. wide search to hire a new chief, a pro- tleton showed their support by • Introducing, and later expanding, cess expected to take approximately turning on their porch lights. the School Resource Officer pro- six months. An interim chief will be Littleton Fire Rescue par- gram in Littleton Public Schools. named prior to November 16. ticipated by bringing fire trucks and rescue vehicles to the par- PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT ties. The Littleton Police SWAT Team members displayed their armored vehicle. In 2005, the Volunteers needed for drain marking Littleton Police Department The Littleton Police Com- ticipation in, local anti-crime received an award for Out- munity Outreach Unit kicked programs; standing Participation from the off National Night Out Tuesday, • Strengthen neighborhood National Association of Town August 1. spirit and police-community Watch. Many thanks go to the National Night Out (NNO) partnerships; and officers, fire rescue personnel, is designed to: • Send a message to criminals residents and volunteers for • Heighten crime and drug pre- letting them know that neigh- making this national event so vention awareness; borhoods are organized and successful this year. • Generate support for, and par- fighting back.

Police department assists with Western Welcome Week In July, students of the Thorne directly to streams and lakes. Ecological Institute installed storm The Thorne Ecological Insti- During Western Welcome Week in August, the Littleton drain inlet markers adjacent to the tute offers hands-on environmental Police Department (LPD) mobilized to assist with the parade and Aspen Grove Lifestyle Center. The education courses in Littleton and downtown events. The Littleton Police Citizen Academy Alumni blue inlet markers in the shape of a Boulder. They can be contacted at Association (LPCAAA) volunteered to assist during parade day fish display the message, “no dump- 303-499-3647 or at www.thorne- doing many tasks to help LPD as well as parade organizers. ing–only rain down the drain.” This eco.org. The LPCAAA also set up their Dunk Tank to provide many volunteer project is part of the city’s If individuals or groups would people with a chance to laugh and dunk a cop. The proceeds ongoing public information effort like to volunteer to help place of the Dunk Tank allow the LPCAAA to provide support for to emphasize that storm sewers the markers elsewhere in the city, their programs like the Helping Other People (HOP) program. do not lead to a water treatment contact the Public Services Depart- Thanks to the many officer volunteers who gave up their time facility–storm water is discharged ment at 303-795-3863. to get dunked. GENERAL NEWS October 2006 • Page 6

awards and milestones WWW announces parade winners

• Mayor’s Trophy Best of Parade and Richard Little Parade Chair Award: Arapahoe Douglas Mental Health • Houstoun Waring Trophy Best Theme: Sertoma Promotion Club • Edwin Bemis Trophy Parade Chair Award: Panther Youth Sports • 1st Place Floats–Club, Civic, Religious, Non-Profit: American Legion Post #103 • 1st Place Floats–Government: Littleton Housing Authority • 1st Place Floats–Business: Downtown Littleton Pumpkin Follies and Goat Show • 1st Place–Marching Groups–Schools: Colorado Center for the Blind • 1st Place Marching Groups–Non-School: American Legion Post #103 • 1st Place–Equestrian Mounted Groups: The Wild on Littleton Block Party Committee met throughout the summer to plan the successful Westernaires September 9 event. Pictured top row, left to right: Charlie Blosten, Captain Randy Glanville, • 1st Place–Equestrian Horse Drawn: Greg Reinke, John Brackney, Lieutenant Ed Tardy, Steve Sadecki, Sarah Klobnak, Alexandra Dish Network Dilley, Mike Brendenberg, and Cathy Weaver. Front row, left to right: Pete Vincelet, Jim Camp- • 1st Place–Clowns: bell, Kelli Narde, Ruth Graham, Sue Santori, Korri Stainbrook, and Peggy Cooper. Ronald McDonald-Care Mobile • 1st Place–Vehicles Individual: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church SSPR discounts recreation center passes Accidents down • 1st place–Vehicles Commercial: South Suburban Parks and passes. Customers make an initial Gobe Divers Scuba Recreation will be offering all down payment and the remain- on three major • 1st Place–Marching Bands: recreation center passes at a 10 der of the annual pass cost will Englewood High School arterials percent discount November 26 then be automatically debited • 1st Place–Pipe Bands: Colorado Isle of Mull, St. Andrew’s Society through December 25. Custom- monthly out of their checking Vehicle miles traveled have ers who purchase a multiple-use or credit card account for the increased, while accident pass or punch card have access to next eleven months. For those rates have decreased on three all facility amenities and drop-in who utilize the recreation centers major arterial corridors: Santa Changes at the Littleton Center fitness classes at South Subur- three times per week or more, the Fe Drive, Mineral Avenue Beginning this fall, access into the Littleton Center during normal ban’s Lone Tree, Goodson and auto-debit plan will save the most and Broadway, from 2001 to business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) will be restricted to the front door Buck Recreation Centers. Obtain money. For those who utilize the 2005. (southeast entrance) of the building. Thank you for your consider- a 30-punch card during this spe- recreation centers two times per Stated in terms of Acci- ation as we make our facility a safer environment for city employees cial and reduce daily admission to week or less and their schedule dents per Million Vehicle Miles and visitors. under $3 per visit. Additionally, requires maximum flexibility, Traveled, the accident rate on all personal training packages punch cards are a great cost- Santa Fe Drive dropped from will be 10 percent off during the saving option and are available 3.65 (2001) to 2.88 (2005); same time. at all recreation centers. on Mineral Avenue, the acci- South Suburban offers an For more information visit dent rate dropped from 3.5 auto-debit service for annual www.sspr.org. (2001) to 1.92 (2005) and on Broadway, the accident rate dropped from 6.03 (2001) to “Buck Blitz For Youth” coming soon 4.54 (2005). South Suburban Parks and will celebrate Blitz Challenge There are several reasons Recreation hosts Buck Blitz, Night with team and individual for this dramatic decrease: the an evening activity program for physical and intellectual games $13 million in improvements youth ages 10-14 at the Buck of skill. November 10 will be on Santa Fe Drive in 2003 by Community Recreation Center, Wild & Out Night, improvisa- the Colorado Department of 2004 West Powers Avenue, one tional competition for the fun Transportation and the city, block north of Littleton Boule- and entertainment of all. Join including lane widening, flush vard. Buck Blitz is held on the South Suburban December 8 medians, street lighting, etc.; Littleton City Council members weathered the storm (the rain- second Friday of each month, and receive top treatment on improved traffic enforcement storm that is!) on their float in the Western Welcome Week Pa- from 7-11 pm. Every Buck Blitz Red Carpet Night. Watch a film by the city’s police depart- rade. Designed and built by Littleton’s own Reinke Brothers, the evening includes swimming, and provide your critique for fun ment, including extensive float depicted a 1950s era drive-in theater. goofy contests, activities in the awards. For $6, youth can enjoy truck enforcement on Santa gym, DJ with dancing and a Buck Blitz, a secure, supervised Fe Drive; and better traffic concession area. Additionally, program. For more information signal coordination along the Mortgage assistance available each month has a featured theme. call 303-483-7064 or visit www. city’s main thoroughfares. First-time homebuyers in the four percent of the original loan On October 13, South Suburban sspr.org. Denver metro area can now get amount. a four percent down payment To be eligible for the Metro assistance grant and 6.2 percent Mortgage Assistance program, Harvest Festival and pumpkin sale returning Oct. 14 mortgage rate through the Metro annual family income cannot exceed The museum’s 13th Annual Historic site interpreters and outside the east entrance to the Mortgage Assistance program led $71,700 for families of one or two Harvest Festival returns Satur- volunteers will press apples for main museum building. by the City and County of Denver persons and $82,455 for families of day, October 14 from 10 a.m. to cider. Children’s games in the The Highline Silver Cornet and the Metro Mayors Caucus. three or more. The maximum home 3 p.m. schoolhouse field will add to the Band will entertain from 10 a.m. Cities throughout the Denver cost under the program is $365,175. metro area contributed a total of Eligible prospective homebuyers In the late 1860s, families festivities. Historic site interpret- to 12:30 p.m. with instruments $25 million in 2006 bond capacity cannot have owned a home in the gathered together to help with ers and volunteers will be harvest and music of the late 19th cen- to fund this program, which pro- last three years, except in specified the fall harvest and to share in the cooking on the 1860s farm. tury. Cornet bands played the vides first-time homebuyers with targeted areas. Higher income and celebration of a successful crop. There is no admission fee to popular tunes of the time. access to 6.2 percent 30-year fixed purchase price areas are also avail- This year the museum has a great the museum, although wagon Other neighbors will make rate mortgage loans (FHA, VA, able in those targeted areas. crop of pumpkins, planted by the rides, cider, and other refresh- music from 1-3 p.m. RHS, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac A list of the targeted areas and historic site interpreters, for sale ments will be available for pur- The museum is located at eligible conventional) accompanied more information on the program during the festival. Neighbors are chase. A food concessionaire 6028 South Gallup Street. Call by a grant for down payment and is available at www.milehigh.com/ bringing their mules for wagon will sell frankfurters and other 303-795-3950 for additional closing cost assistance equal to housing. rides. tasty treats as well as beverages information. BEMIS PUBLIC LIBRARY October 2006 • Page 7 Insights on Al Qaeda among fall programs at Bemis Library

Mansions of Denver perfect every time. Hoyt is an instructor at the October 10 at 7 p.m., hear the fascinating Seasoned Chef Cooking School in Denver. stories behind the building of Denver’s historic mansions from author James Bretz. Bretz will Food for Fines also a give a glimpse into the lives of those who In cooperation with Interfaith Community owned the mansions, including Senator Lawrence Services, the library will sponsor the annual Phipps, mining king Horace Tabor, Molly Brown, Food for Fines program from November 20 newspaperman Frederick Bonfils, the Boettcher through December 22. Simply bring in a non- family, the Humphries family, and others. Copies perishable food item and have a late book fine of Bretz’s book, Mansions of Denver, will be avail- removed from your record. This offer does able for purchase. not apply to lost books. Interfaith Community Services helps people living in western Arapa- Insights on Al Qaeda hoe County and northern Douglas County, On October 17 at 7 p.m., attend an in-depth as well as unincorporated areas of Arapahoe look at the Al Qaeda terrorist organization. The County. historical origins of the group will be explored and how it has evolved and changed over time. Make a Miniature Christmas Tree The role of Osama Bin Ladin and other leaders Learn how easy and fun it is to make a will also be discussed. The complex organizational miniature Christmas tree with beads, stars and structure of this organization will be unraveled and other small items. Expert crafter Pat Vick will you will learn how Al Qaeda operates and has been present two identical workshops November impacted by the war on terror. At the conclusion 25 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m. These of the presentation, an assessment will be given classes are open to adults and children age of our safety now versus the days immediately eight and older, accompanied by an adult. Black town in Oklahoma and the women at Film School at the Binning Family Foundation following 9/11. Educators from the Active Minds Participants pay $2.50 for materials. Call the a nearby shelter who anger the men of the Travis Center. The teens learned all aspects of organization will present the program. library at 303-795-3961 to register for one of town. movie-making. At the end of the summer, the the workshops. library hosted a premiere where each movie won Musical Moments in Sophie’s Place December 11: Dinner and discussion of a special award. The gala evening was attended by Enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea while listening Buy a Gift Book at the Library! titles to be selected for the book group in more than 170 people! to music in Sophie’s Place. Monthly performances Looking for that special book for a holiday 2007. Contact Librarian Pam Child for more feature a variety of musical talent from Littleton gift this year? The Friends of the Library and information. Art Club and the Denver metro area. October 18 from Museum are offering “like new” used books One Tuesday per month at 3:30 p.m. 2-3 p.m., celebrate Oktoberfest with authentic for sale at low prices from Monday, November Ask Colorado: 24-Hour Reference Service • October 24: Sand art German music performed by Cliff Spratt. Native 20 through Saturday, December 23. Choose Want to know where to vote in the upcom- • November 28: Light or sun catchers American Heritage Month will be celebrated from bestsellers, classics, non-fiction, children’s ing election? Curious about the first school in • December 19: Pop-up holiday cards November 26 at 2 p.m. with a performance by books and more. Bring the whole family in to Littleton? AskColorado! AskColorado is a free Calvin Standing Bear, a talented flute player and find great gifts. online information service provided by over 40 Bemis Anime Team (BAT) singer of traditional and contemporary Lakota Colorado libraries, including Bemis. The service Held one Tuesday each month; all movies music. Harpist Hannah Jackson entertains with English as a Second Language Classes allows anyone in Colorado to use the Internet start at 3:30 p.m. popular holiday melodies and classical favorites Learn English at the library! Beginning to communicate live with a librarian 24 hours • October 10: Blue Gender Volume 1 for the harp December 20 from 3-4 p.m. English classes are held from 9-10:30 a.m., a day, seven days a week. When the librarian • November 14: Negima: Magic 101: The Basics of Monday through Thursday, and 5:30-6:30 p.m. finds the answer to a question, the informa- Magic Frightful Night of Fun: Haunted Houses Monday and Tuesday. Intermediate classes take tion is sent directly to the user’s browser. The • December 12: Galaxy Railways: Ahead Full! Enjoy an evening of spooky fun Friday, Octo- place from 10:30 to noon, Monday through online service can be accessed by going to www. ber 20 from 7-10 p.m. See the Eddie Murphy film Thursday, and 7-8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. askcolorado.org or through the Bemis website Dance Dance Revolution The Haunted Mansion, featuring fantastic special These classes are open to adults and teens age at Bemis.sirsi.net. (DDR) and Video Games effects, and visit some ghostly characters in our 16 and over who want to learn or improve their Learn and practice DDR and play video games haunted rooms. This event is for all ages and English. There is a registration fee of $20 for Volunteers Needed to October 19 at 2 p.m., November 16 at 3:30 p.m., refreshments will be served. adults 21 and older. This fee covers testing and Provide Tax Assistance and December 21 at 2 p.m. course materials and is due at the first class. Each year the library provides free tax Family Film Event: Wallace and Gromit You may register for the classes at the main preparation assistance for low-income residents Youth Advisory Council Bring the family for an afternoon of fun with floor reference desk anytime during the year. through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Teens discuss future programming and activi- Wallace and Gromit November 4 at 2 p.m. Did The ESL classes are held in conjunction with program. If you would like to help others in ties offered by the library. On October 27, we’ll you thrill to the daring duo in The Curse of the Littleton Public Schools and an instructor is preparing their tax returns in 2007, contact Tax continue the discussion of fall programming; Were Rabbit? Then you must see them in their first provided by the district. For more information, Assistance Coordinator Bob Vick at 303-697- November 17 will be holiday activities and the three adventures! Wallace and Gromit debuted call Phyllis Larison at the library, 303-795-3961, 0954. No prior experience is necessary and library’s Food for Fines program, and December in A Grand Day Out (1990). Nominated for an or Patsy Jaynes, literacy coordinator for the Lit- training is provided. 15, next year’s activities. All meetings start at Academy Award, this 24-minute film introduced tleton Public Schools, 303-347-3448. 3:30 p.m. the world to Wallace’s insatiable appetite for cheese SENIOR PROGRAMS and Gromit’s never ending ingenuity in getting Computer Classes Senior Book Club Teen Read Week Wallace out of trouble. Their next adventure was The following free computer classes will The senior book club meets the first Vote for the Top Ten Teen Books of 2006 the Academy Award winning The Wrong Trousers be offered in the computer training lab on the Monday of each month at 2 p.m. These books throughout Teen Read Week, October 16-20, and (1993). Wallace’s wacky inventions and a notori- lower level of the library. Call 303-795-3961 will be discussed in upcoming meetings: join us for these activities: ous penguin thief push Gromit to unseen levels to register for a class, or stop by the reference • October 16: Pizza and Pens (eat pizza and get of heroism in the 30-minute masterpiece. Wallace desk. November 6: Deck the Halls by Mary and a maze pen), from 3:30-4:30 p.m. continues to test Gromit’s pluck in A Close Shave, Carol Higgins Clark. A light-hearted holiday • October 17: Get a free book and bookmark, another 30-minute Academy Award winner from • Internet Explorer: 9-10:30 a.m. October 14, mystery involving a kidnapping. 3:30-4:30 p.m. 1995. A dastardly dog, sheep-napping, the Knit- November 4 and December 9 • October 18: Paint and decorate Native Ameri- O-Matic, and Wallace’s first onscreen romance • How to Search the Internet: 9-10:30 a.m. December 4: The Four Agreements: A Practical can gourds, 3:30-4:30 p.m. provide a thrilling conclusion to the incredible November 11 and December 13 Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz. • October 19: Learn and practice Dance Dance adventures of Wallace and Gromit. • How to Search the Library, 9-10:30 a.m. Presents a simple code of personal conduct Revolution and play video games, 2-3 p.m. December 2 learned from the author’s Toltec ancestors. • October 20: Frightful Friday of Fun. See the English Conversation Sessions • Introduction to Windows: 9-10:30 a.m. filmThe Haunted Mansion and visit the library’s If you are learning to speak English, practice October 7 and November 8 Afternoon Programs haunted rooms. your English and learn about American culture in • Introduction to Excel: 9-10:30 a.m. October Join us for monthly programs geared an informal group that meets Fridays from 9-10:30 21 toward seniors. All programs start at 2 p.m. Drop-In Programs a.m. No registration is required. For additional • Introduction to Word: 9-10:30 a.m. Novem- and include: November 15: Open mic (act, read a poem, information, call the library at 303-795-3961. ber 18 sing, or whatever you would like to perform), • Computer Comfort: 9-10:30 a.m. October • October 23: Outhouses of Colorado presented 3:30 p.m. Polar Express 11 by the Colorado Historical Society and Cor- November 24: Runescape Tutorial. With teens Reserve a free ticket on The Polar Express and sets and Cravats: Victorian Dress and Manners as your teachers, learn how to play one of the most enjoy a delightful winter train ride with hot choco- Monday Evening Book Discussion Group presented by Jack Stone. popular on-line games available. Enjoy free pizza late, a story, and a special memento to keep. This If you enjoy talking about books, join the and beverages. imaginary train will depart December 7 at 7 p.m. Evening Book Group that meets the third • November 20: Native American dance (kids may wear pajamas) and again December 9 Monday of each month at 7 p.m. The following performance featuring Jessica Bordeaux CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS at 3 p.m. Reserve a ticket by calling the library at will be discussed in upcoming sessions: Chavez. Magic, Juggling and Comedy Show 303-795-3961. For families with children three Get ready for Halloween with kooky, spooky years and older. • October 16: Fear and Trembling by Amelia TEEN PROGRAMS Ann Lincoln as the Mad Scientist, who just might Nothomb. A young Western woman spends Teen Summer Film School Movies Online produce a live bunny from a giant test tube! Octo- Mile High Baking a year in a Japanese company where she See six short films created by Littleton ber 14 at 3:30 p.m., for children age three and up; If your cakes flop and your muffins resemble makes one cultural blunder after another teens! The films can be viewed on the City those under eight must attend with an adult. rocks at our mile high elevation, learn to prevent as she struggles to survive. of Littleton Web site at www.littletongov.org/ baking disasters November 7 at 7 p.m. Profes- bemis/teen/movies.asp. Over the summer, sional baker Amy Hoyt will teach the tips and tricks • November 20: Paradise by Toni Morrison. more than 40 Littleton teens between 6th and continued on page 8... to make everything you bake turn out pastry-shop This acclaimed novel tells the story of an all 12th grade attended the Bemis Teen Summer BEMIS LIBRARY October 2006 • Page 8 continued from page 7 no longer let them have their books? Note: The regular story times activities. No tickets or registration On October 26, march in the cos- A presentation by the Cosmic Circle listed below will not be held during required. tume parade through the library. Children’s Book Week Puppets. Thanksgiving Week. On October 26 and 27, march in A Barrel of Fun Productions November 13-19 is Children’s a costume parade through the library. presents a special night tales with their Book Week, and the library is celebrat- The Nutcracker Ballet Story Box Younger siblings are invited to dress Fall Festival Puppet Show November ing with these activities: Children can enjoy the magic For ages infant through 36 months up and participate too. 9 at 7 p.m. November 15 at 4 p.m. A craft of one of the holiday season’s most on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9:30 On November 16 and 17, cele- activity for grades 3-5. Choose to make beloved traditions, The Nutcracker and 10:30 a.m. A 30-minute session brate Children’s Book Week featuring Paws To Read a journal, book or diary for safekeep- ballet. Littleton Dance Academy for children and a caring adult to intro- local author Caroline Stutson. Presented in cooperation with ing these treasures. Call to register, presents a dance showcase featuring duce the joy of rhythm, rhyme and R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assis- 303-795-3961. excerpts from this tale December 2 reading. Space is limited; free tickets Night Tales tance Dogs) and Denver Pet Partners, November 16 and 17, special at 3 p.m. are available one week in advance. Story time geared to children children in grades 1-5 can practice preschool story times featuring local three and older, which parents or reading with a special doggie pal. author Caroline Stutson (see times KBC (Kid’s Book Club) Preschool Story Time caregivers attend with their child. Space is limited, so call the library to below). Independent chapter book readers For children ages three through Includes stories, songs, and crafts. On register for a 20-minute spot between November 18 at 2 p.m. What in grades 4-5. Register in the Children’s kindergarten on Thursdays at 10:30 Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. 10 a.m. and noon October 21 and will all of the dinosaurs do when the Room. Gregor the Overlander by Suzanne a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and Fridays at October 19, see the movie Over November 18. For more information dastardly “Keeper of Darkness” will Collins on October 21 at 3 p.m. 10:30 a.m. Features 30 minutes of the Hedge . call 303-795-3961.

Candlelight Walk returns to Main Street November 24 GENERAL NEWS Mark your calendar for the at Town Hall Arts Center, 2659 Elementary School Choir, and 2006 Candlelight Walk and Tree West Main Street. The reindeer Mission Hills Church Choir will LHA “packs the backpacks” Lighting Friday, November 24 in are sponsored by Bradford Auto provide entertainment at various historic downtown Littleton. Body, Inc. and Western Welcome Main Street locations while the including paper, crayons, rulers, The 23rd edition of this Lit- Week. crowd waits for Santa’s arrival. scissors, glue and notebooks were tleton tradition will feature a Gather at Town Hall Arts Main Street will be closed to requested. magical evening of holiday festivi- Center, Bega Park, or Bradford traffic shortly after 5 p.m. and The Sneaker Fund, which was ties, culminating in the illumina- Auto Body for free hot cider and Santa will begin his march down begun by LHA to assist with school tion of the trees on Main Street. music from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Can- the street starting at the court- related expenses, provided the funds Santa Claus will make his way dles will be available for 50 cents. house at 6:30 p.m. The event cul- to purchase the backpacks. Staff down Main Street in a sleigh fol- Donations of non perishable minates at the west end of Main and the community donated the sup- lowed by thousands of carolers food for Interfaith Community Street where one lucky child’s plies to “pack the backpacks.” holding candles and flashlights. Services will be accepted, as well name will be drawn to help Santa Enjoy merchant open houses as toys for the Arapahoe Santa throw the switch on the huge live Executive Director Dan Burn- and bring your camera for a Claus Shop. The Littleton Cho- trees. Free parking is available at Littleton Housing Authority ham said, “it is so gratifying to see photo with Santa or his reindeer rale, Arapahoe Brass, Leawood Arapahoe Community College. (LHA) recently provided 59 back- the kids faces when they open their packs to children of family subsi- new backpack. The backpacks were SOUTH PLATTE PARK dized housing units with their new packed according to age groups, so “Pack the Backpacks” program. we had special things for elementary, South Platte Park offering a variety of fall programs LHA designed the program to middle and high school kids.” assist low and moderate income A barbecue was held August 9 at All programs meet at the Solar House Classroom next to the Carson Nature Center in the park. families with the high cost of school the Bradley House and was attended South Suburban offers many outdoor recreation activities through the South Platte Park base program. Check www. supplies. In June, donation boxes by more than 75 people including sspr.org or look in the Fall/Winter Connections catalog for youth and adult horsemanship, bike repair, cross-country skiing, were placed at Alyson Court, Amity the kids and their families. Staff snowshoeing and much more. Youth 16 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult. Call 303-730-1022 with Plaza, Bradley House, Libby Bortz provided hot dogs, chips, drinks and questions about any outdoor recreation program. Assisted Living Center, Geneva dessert. Kathie Covell-Larson, resi- SUNSET CANOEING THERE ARE BEAVER HERE? Village, the City of Littleton offices, dent services coordinator, directed Explore Cooley Lake’s shoreline, moving silently past Search for these fascinating animals with a naturalist at Bemis Library and First Community the new program. herons, ducks and beaver, as the sun slips behind the sunset. Visit several active beaver lodges on a trailer hay- Bank. Donations of school supplies mountains. All levels of experience welcome. Ages 8 ride. Ages 6* to adult. to adult. #675021 Oct 12 Th 5:30-7 p.m. #673561 Oct 13 F 5-7:30 p.m. Fee: $9 adults, $7 youth* ($6 adults, $5 youth* district rate) Snow Squad volunteers needed Fee: $13 ($10 district rate) Snow Squad is a volunteer friend or neighbor to perform FAMILY FUN WALKS program administered by the this service. If you can spare an BIKE REPAIR, Small hands-on classes! All ages welcome on the third Saturday of each month. City of Littleton to provide snow hour to help whenever there is Bring your bike and learn how to repair flat tires, lube Adventures of a Mountain Man. Meet a fur trapper from removal for city residents who measurable snow, and are look- your bike, adjust brakes and gears, and what tools to carry. the 1830s and join his crew. Set camp along the river, and Ages 8 and up. watch for the beaver he’s after. are physically unable to shovel ing for a way to give back to your #681131 Oct 14 Sa 1:30-3:30 p.m. #672811 Oct 21 Sa 2-3:30 p.m. their sidewalks themselves. Snow community, contact Mark Barons, Fee: $24 ($19 district rate) Fee each class: $9 adults $7 youth ($6 adults, $5 youth Squad has many citizens who City of Littleton Neighborhood Family Rate: 1 adult + 1 child + 1 bike: $45 ($35 district district rate). Family rates each class: $25 ($17 district rate) have been unsuccessful in enlist- Resources Coordinator, at 303- rate) for family members with same last name or address. ing the help of a family member, 795-3778.

Littleton City Council

Doug Clark Amy Conklin Pat Cronenberger Mayor Pro Tem Rebecca Kast Tom Mulvey John Ostermiller Mayor Jim Taylor 303-798-3594 303-795-5925 303-734-8313 303-730-2639 303-730-7369 303-798-9665 303-795-6161 At Large At Large District II District IV District III At Large District I

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