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Front Porch Anniversary Issu e– 10 yrs. Distributed to the Stapleton, Park Hill, Lowry, Montclair, Mayfair, Hale and East Colfax neighborhoods DENVER, COLORADO APRIL 2010 10th Anniversary Issue From the April 2000 Front Porch —“We are building a ‘city A Stapleton within our city’ that we hope will set an impressive standard for smart growth in Colorado and in the nation.” Retrospective Mayor Wellington Webb Mayor John Hickenlooper (left) and Mayor Wellington Webb urbanism planning concept to the redevelopment of the old keep the surrounding communities and city officials apprised of the (right), hold the Green Book (Stapleton’s Development Plan), Stapleton airport. Gary kept the planning process on track progress as development proceeded at Stapleton. Over the years it with Sam Gary at 29th Ave andValentia St. in Stapleton. Sam until it was approved by a 13-0 vote of City Council in 1995. has evolved into a community newspaper and the role of publisher Gary is credited by the three most recent mayors as being the About the 10th anniversary issue: The Front Porch began in has passed to Stapleton residents Carol Roberts and Steve Larson, key community member in Denver who brought the new- April 2000 as a vehicle for Forest City, Inc., as master developer, to who have worked on the paper since its first issue. By Carol Roberts o piece together the story of how the Stapleton we Stapleton’s Library Takes Another Step Forward know today came to be, the Front Porch interviewed Tthe people who were a part of the historic events that brought us to where we are today. One might think of Denver’s vote to move the airport as the crucial moment that made the Stapleton neighborhood happen. But, as we learned from former mayor Federico Peña, there were many hurdles to be crossed before the question of a new airport came to the voters. Mayor Federico Peña “Denver had to annex 50 square miles from Adams County for DIA, and that required a full vote of Adams County. The formal negotiations with (continued on page 4) April 22 is the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day e v Local Earth Day activities, including an Earth Night ri Ros D dinner and movie, are listed on pages 18 and page 30. lyn th S 9 t. 2 An interview with Stapleton resident Jeff Parrish, a migratory biologist and wildlife conservationist gives readers a look at what his organization is doing to Architects’ rendering of the library looking southwest, with the Roslyn St. entrance at the south end of the building. “ensure that our nation’s wildlife can survive and The main entrance, facing southwest, features a large covered patio with trees and outdoor seating. adapt to a world that is increasingly crowded, devel - oped, fragmented, and now warming significantly” By Carol Roberts with information from DPL and OZ Architecture Kate Fields of OZ Architecture. “After the last community (page 31). meeting, Denver Public Library (DPL), the City and e have a plan, we have a three-dimensional build - And a few easy suggestions on how to live greener County of Denver and OZ Architecture went back to the ing and we are excited about being one big step are offered by Michael Kearns on page 30. “W closer to having the library open its doors,” says drawing board to incorporate some of the (continued on p. 12) Printed with soy-based ink. Paper contains 40% postconsumer waste. Politics Runs New ECE-3 A Streetcar Stapleton’s Latest Earth in the Family 10 Program 16 on Colfax? 25 Public Art 26 S.U.N. 28 Day 30 ¡ Springtime at Northfield Perpetual scrubbing, chemicals and cleansers were unsuccessful in cleaning the surface. Replacement was our only option to correct the issue. We have returned to a more traditional coping stone that does not require any Online Resident Membership Renewal paint on top of the surface. The new stone All residents must renew their resident will allow us to manage the condition of membership card annually in order to access the the edge so it does not build up with the pools. You may renew your membership online oils over time. for a cost of only $5. One hundred percent of In addition to the coping stone project, this renewal fee offsets the maintenance and CALENDAR Aviator is also receiving an upgraded operations of the pool by those who use it most. Events in or near Stapleton that are free and open to the public or are nonprofit events. entrance on the north side of the pool. You may renew your card by going to the This will ease congestion, allow greater Stapleton website at www.stapletoncommunity.com. family access and increase the overall APRIL APRIL Scroll down to “Member Tools,” go to facility capacity. “Membership Card Renewals,” click on Saturday, April 3 Thursday, April 22 (Earth Day) “Renew-Register-Reserve” and follow the Stapleton Rocks Concert Egg Scramble 10:00-11:30am "Food Inc." A documentary film sponsored by instructions. There is a $2 convenience fee The “Stapleton Rocks…A Concert for a Founders Green SUN Sustainability Committee (see p. 30) [email protected] Dinner - 6pm, Movie - 7pm (space is limited) applied when you do this online. If you do not Cause” was a new event last year featuring Stapleton Community Room, 2823 Roslyn St. choose to renew online, you may come into the local bands. The event is intended to Saturday, April 3 [email protected] MCA office and save yourself $2. showcase local amateur talent. It is a full- Denver Art Museum - SCFD Free Day If you are having trouble with your account, day event on Saturday, September 11 on 720-865-5000 www.denverartmuseum.org Saturday, April 24 Earth Day Recycling Event at Bluff Lake membership renewal, registration or a The Green from 10am–10pm. It will be a Tuesday, April 6 9am to noon, recyclable items listed at reservation, there is a quick reference guide day filled with music and fun. Children's Museum, Target Tuesdays www.BluffLakeNatureCenter.org available on the website listed above to take you If you have a band that is interested in 1st Tuesday nights free 4-8pm (More info on this and other events on p. 30) step by step through the process. participating, please contact [email protected]. Bands Wednesday, April 7 Sunday, April 25 Camp Stapleton that participated last year will be given 1st Wednesday, socializing/networking for Earth Day cleanup of Westerly Creek This is just a reminder to those of you looking NE Denver residents who work from home. priority through April 30. Please respond 9:30 am - noon (More info. page 30) for a summer camp for your son or daughter. La Sandia, Northfield Stapleton, 4:30-5:30pm Tracy Ceravolo [email protected] quickly as this is a first-come, first-served Camp Stapleton registration is open until April [email protected] (ocation changes monthly) event. More information will be available Sunday, April 25 15. If you have not yet registered, please go to as the date approaches. Friday, April 9 Big Bear Ice Arena, Try Hockey for Free, www.stapletoncommunity.com and click on Story time & craft for young children & caregiver 12:45 – 1:45pm. Registration required at www.big - “Renew-Register-Reserve” and follow the New Resident Social Westerly Creek Elementary School library bearice.com > Events/Hockey. Boys & Girls ages instructions. If you are new to the community and 9:15 - 9:45am. 303-322-5877 4–10. Helmet with a mask & mouthguard required If you would like more information about would like to get to know your neighbors Saturday, April 10 Sunday, April 25 the camp, you may also access a brochure or have some questions answered, please Free Public Skate at Big Bear Ice Arena Work, Rest, Play with Feng Shui, 1:00-3:00pm online at that website. In the left-hand column, join us at our New Resident Social. It is 2:30 – 3:30pm. Pre-Registration required at MCA Community Room, 2823 Roslyn St. go to “Events” and click on “Camp Stapleton.” the second Wednesday of the month at www.bigbearice.com > Events/Public Skate [email protected] First come, first served, space is limited Event Sponsorships 6:30pm in the Stapleton Community Room at 2823 Roslyn Street. Those who Thursday, April 29 If you own a business and would like to sponsor Saturday, April 10 or 24 Stapleton Community Meeting—Stapleton attend will receive their membership cards one of the many summer events, the MCA has Babysitter’s Training. 8:00am-3:00pm development update, Annual SUN Elections for free! If you have any questions, please MCA Community Room, 2823 Roslyn St. put together a sponsorship package. If you Bill Roberts School, 2100 Akron Way, 7pm (see p. 28) call 303.388.0724. [email protected]. would like to receive this information, please Thursday, April 29 Wednesday, April 14 contact [email protected]. Work, Rest, Play with Feng Shui Kids Fire Safety and Burn Prevention night. Kim Kouba, Realtor with Perry and Co. Stapleton Library Community Meeting #3 Stapleton Community Room, 6 - 7pm Facilities Update and owner of the Sweet William Market, Bill Roberts School Cafeteria, 6:30pm 2823 Roslyn Street (East of King Soopers) Aviator Pool is undergoing a repair and will be hosting certified feng shui [email protected] (see page 22) improvement to the coping stones that border Wednesday, April 14 practitioner Lorrie Webb Grillo, owner of New Resident Reception, 6:30-7:30pm the top edge of the pool. The original coping Thriving Spaces, LLC.
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