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CRIME
PREVENTION TIPS
DON’T
BE A STATISTIC! HELP PREVENT AUTO THEFT
Auto
theft is a crime of opportunity. One of the biggest problems facing the
Sheriff’s Office is “puffers”. What are puffers?
Puffers are cars left running, unattended. Many times
in the winter, a person will leave their car running outside their
residences for it to warm up. Some puffers are cars
left out side stores or businesses with the intention of keeping the car
warm in cold weather. After all, you’re only going to
be inside for a minute, right? Well, a minute is all
a car thief needs. Don’t become a statistic.
The good news is, as with many crimes of opportunity, there are
things you can do to decrease your chance of becoming a victim.
*Don’t
leave your car running unattended. (Did you know that it is illegal in
the state of Colorado to leave your keys in a running vehicle? CRS
42-4-1206)
*Always
close and secure your garage door. (N0 matter the
time of day. Thieves are always looking for the split second they
need to take something you worked hard for.)
*Do
not leave
keys in your vehicle. (Even if you lock your car it only takes a second
for a car thief to break the window and make off with your car.)
*Remove
your valuables from your vehicle when you’re not in it (This is most
important when shopping at a mall or grocery store.)
*Always
lock your doors. (A car thief will look for the cars that aren’t locked
first because those are the easiest targets.)
*Report
all suspicious persons and activities to the Sheriff’s Office
immediately.
There
are no guarantees in life, however following these simple safety
suggestions will help to reduce the chances that you may become the
victim of an auto thief. To report a crime call 303-795-4711.
TRI-County Health Department - from Gary Sky, Public Information Officer
(303) 846-6245
MUMPS OUTBREAK
- because of a large
outbreak of mumps occurring across the Midwestern United States,
Tri-County Health Department is urging parents to review their
children's immunizations records to be sure that they are up-to-date on
mumps immunizations. The MMR vaccine (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) should be
administered at ages 12 to 15 months, with a second immunization at 4 to
6 years, for a total of two doses for children under 18 years of age.
Adults should also get the MMR vaccine. Generally, anyone who was born
after 1956 should have had at least one dose, unless they can show that
they have either the MMR vaccine or the disease. Most people of this age
group have had the vaccine, because it was a requirement for enrollment
in the public school system. For more information go
to the website:
www.tchd.org or call 303-451-0123; or call the International Travel
Clinic at 303-784-7866.
The Rights
of Crime Victims - Arapahoe County call 303-655-3825
PROJECT LIFESAVER -available
to all Metro Denver residents - A "tried and true" radio technology that
provides tracking through a wristband worn by the participant - aiding
victims and families suffering from Alzheimer's Disease and
related disorders and conditions such as Down Syndrome and Autism.
Call (720) 874-4165 or e-mail
grobonson@co.arapahoe.co.us
CELL PHONE
NUMBERS-are
going to be released to telemarketing companies - be sure to go to
https://www.donotcall.gov/default.aspx if you do not want your
number called on the Do Not Call List
TRAFFIC
LIGHT S. BUCKLEY RD & E.CRESTLINE AVE.
I
recently e-mailed Todd Miller Centennial City Council Member Ward
IV - last year Dave Schmit - Public Works
Director had said that the "warrants" ( a study to show the need for a
light) were met - so Todd replied to my e-mail that - the light isn't
budgeted and that in 2006 2-3 new lights may be budgeted - they
prioritize the lights based on input from the community. So, if
you want to see a light put up on that intersection - write Dave
Schmit at
dschmit@co.arapahoe.co.us - Todd did say that the light on S.
Chambers Rd & E. Crestline Ave near Piney Creek & Pioneer Hills Shopping
Center is due to go in this year- probably November.
CITY OF
CENTENNIAL
Permits are
required for:
A new building or
building addition, including deck, patio, garage carport,
Installation of hot
tub, spa, or pool more than 5,000 gallons or 24
inces deep
Basement finish
Window replacement
Addition, removal,
or movement of exterior or interior walls, or installation of new
drywall
Any changes to
water, drain or gas lines
Furnace, water
heater, or air conditioner addition or replacement
Changes to
electrical wiring
Re-roofing
Installation of
lawn sprinkler system
Adding or replacing
siding, stucco, brick, etc.
Demolition
Installation or
replacement of gas logs, fireplace or wood burning stove
Fences
Retaining walls
over three feet in height
Permits are
not required for:
Replacing flooring
or carpet
Interior or
exterior painting
Direct replacement
of cabinets, countertops, toilets, sinks, faucets (no electrical or
plumbing changes)
Gutters or
downspouts
Storage sheds
smaller than 120 sq. ft.
All contractors are required to have:
Proof that they hold all licenses required by the State of Colorado
Proof that they hold the required general liability and worker's
compensation insurance, which covers mishaps or injuries that may occur
on your property; (This can protct you, the
homeowner, from potentially devastating claims against you or your
insurance company.)
Some evidence that they have the minimum level of knowledge of city
building codes, as determined through testing, work experiences and
references;
Current cintact information, which is
kept on file at city offices.
To find out if your contractor is licensed in Centennial
contact Kevin Ritter at 303-754-3306, or
kritter@centennialcolorado.com For more
information on permits, call the Centennial Building Office at
303-754-3321 or the Zoning Office at 303-754-3308
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