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(This is
an unofficial report - if you want the official minutes of the meeting, you need
to go to the website: www.Smokyhillhoa.net,
ask the secretary for a copy, or attend the monthly meetings.)
BOARD OF DIRECTORS -
John Vogt President 303-781-5481
C.J. Whelan Treasurer 303-690-4065
Caryn Winkler, Secretary & Legal Liason 303-690-9012
Jerry Marshall 1st Vice President
303-690-2257
Carol Stitt 2nd Vice President & Community Events
Todd Gunning 720-213-8633
Dave Bednarz 303-766-0633
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – John, Dave & Todd
Smoky Hill Metro District ( Parks & Recreation)
Steve Pulford Maintenance 303-693-3414
David Moffatt
Lynn Metz
303-375-1114
Justin Kersey 303-680-7778
Chris McKay 303-693-7497
( New Page 2 has addresses for websites, e-mail & phone numbers)
The regular meeting started at 6:30 –
then the Annual Meeting & Elections began at 7 P.M.
JUNE 8, 2010
Metro District (Parks & Recreation) Steve Pulford-
has
been trying to get the dandelions under control. The mag-chloride the County
uses in the winter has caused damage to the grass along the busy streets. The
pool got a new pump and some electrical work was needed .
Cunningham did a fire inspection for $60.00 they wanted the chlorine
tablets moved and signs put up for flamable items
The kiddie pool needs a new heater which would cost $3,000, but Steve has
a friend who will do it for around $1,000. When asked about the trees on Smoky Hill Rd- he said they have been
checked and are all still alive.
Centennial Property Services- Don LaBrot
Don went over the financial status of the Board Budget
14 people are
in legal at a cost of $60,000, there are 5 outstanding liens at a cost of $2700,
29 houses in forclosure owing $7,321 and 134 others who owe back dues, etc at a
cost of $14,000. $9,000 was collected in May on the legal fees. They have
noticed more homeowners reporting violations to CPS recently.
Architectural Review –
Shelli Allen who is doing the paperwork for the
committee said they had 19 approvals in the last month.
Carol Stitt. Community Events
has the Yard of
the month houses picked out for the Boards approval
New Business
C.J. Whelan
- had 1 volunteer to help him on covenant
changes.
A business called to ask about
advertising in the HOA Newsletter, the board voted not to allow ads.
They had approximately 200 people
use the dumpsters on dumpster day. For the Neighborhood Hero project they only
had l person volunteer..
CenCON Minutes
April 26, 2010 from the March meeting
Nancy Sharpe –Candidate
for County Commissioner District 2 spoke.
Arapahoe County Sheriff – Chief Bruce Williamson,
Public Safety Bureau
www.arapahoesheriff.org
March 26, The Arapahoe County
Sheriff ran compliance checks for retail liquor establishments in the city and
in the county (done every year). The
State supplies grant money to the department to help enforce underage drinking
laws. There were two establishments
in their jurisdiction which were
caught serving to underage minors, one in Centennial and the other in
unincorporated Arapahoe County.
Chief Williamson detailed several stories on the use of underage cadets
(over 18 under 21) and how they help in this regard.
Chief Williamson talked about the
recent bank robberies and the arrest of the ‘limping latex’ bandit.
The Chief detailed several recent
incidents of lightning storms and the damage done by the lightning to houses.
The strike blew out all the drywall from the ceiling on one house due to
overpressurization. No injuries, but
an interesting story.
Recently,
the department was conducting a search for a mischief maker with a tracker dog.
While following the trail left by the mischief maker, the dog alerted on
an open basement window. Believing
the perpetrator to be inside, the Sheriff knocked on the door and explained to
the resident what they thought had happened.
The resident gave permission to search the house.
Another resident of the house indicated to the officers that he was a
medical marijuana provider and that he had 25 plants growing in the basement.
The Sheriff searched the house and determined that the perpetrator they
were looking for was not in the house.
Chief Williamson discussed the issues as it relates to happening upon a
‘find’ of that nature in today’s Amendment 20 environment.
Part of the concern is that, in that environment, any plants seized will
have to be kept alive until all of the upcoming
legislation is ‘hammered’ out.
The department is not in the business of growing and /or keeping plants
alive.
The Chief talked about a recent
burglary where greater than $230,000 was burglarized from a residence.
A question was asked about the
recent statewide ‘click-it or ticket” campaign wherein
Arapahoe
County discovered a number
of stolen cars during the event.
Chief Williamson said that it’s not uncommon for that to happen while the
campaign is in effect.
Chief Williamson talked about the
4 license plate readers that some of the
county
Sheriff cars have.
The LPR is a 360 degree camera attached to a patrol car that takes
pictures of the license plates of the cars it passes and runs the plate through
the database(s) to determine if the car is stolen etc.
A question was asked about a body
which was recently found in a car in the area of
Heritage Place neighborhood.
The Chief indicated that had been a suicide.
Another question was asked about the young man killed in the Willow Creek
area. Chief Williamson said that
case had been filed and that they were waiting for the DA to take action.
A question was asked regarding
the previous information with respect to the lightning hitting a house.
“Does that indicate that we should not hang out in the upstairs of your
house during a lightning storm.”
Chief Williamson deferred to Fire Chief Qualmann, who answered that sometimes
lightning does really strange things and in the end there is no absolute safe
place to be. Some places tend to be
safer than others.
Arapahoe County Nancy Doty Clerk & Recorder
Nancy
attended this CenCON meeting to talk about the upcoming Arapahoe County elections and voter registration.
She was assisted by Mary Whitney.
Nancy’s
presentation lasted approximately 35
minutes and covered a variety of topics such as: demographics of past elections.
Federal offices up for election in 2010.
State offices up for election in 2010, County offices up for election in
2010 an introduction to the new Arapahoe County election website, and some other
Arapahoe County Election information.
Arapahoevote.org
.
Centennial Rotary Club
Marc Garfinkel
www.bestrotary.com no report.
Arapahoe Library District
Ted Fleagke,
Director of Administration
www.arapahoelibraries.org
.
Arapahoe Parks & Rec District
Delos Searle,
Asst. Dist Mamnager www.aprd.org .
Fire Districts –.
Cunningham Fire District
www.cfpd.orgCunningham
EMS open house May 22nd for EMS week
from 10am-1pm at Station 3 (Riveria & Picadilly).
House fire due to a lightning
strike was reported in Smoky Hill.
This was good, heads up reporting by observant neighbors.
2 new Board members in May
Richard Wells and nancy Kronk- there was no
competition and so they were awarded those positions.
Family Wellness Summit was a big
success with 1500+ attendees.
Cunningham, South Metro Fire Rescue Authority and Aurora fire department all
participated.
Cherry Creek Schools
www.ccsd.k12.co.us Wendy DeBell
.
South Suburban Park and Rec District
www.sspr.org Jean Ray,
Community Liaison
Jean identified the area served
by South Suburban
Park and Recreation
District.
Dekovend Park Family Spring Fling
Event (Partnered with the City of Centennial) 10am-2pm after
run/walk
Summer
Fun Pass
(good for May 29th through Sept. 6th) Allows you to visit
all outdoor and indoor pools for l fee.
Question about the article which
Jean wrote regarding illegal dumping into the open space.
She clarified that putting your clippings, etc. over your fence and into
the open spacees is illegal. The
article also detailed some of the problems with enforcement.
For example, one homeowner builtan entire patio in the drainage way…
which was completely illegal. Other
items hhave been tree planted in the drainageways, etc..
City of Centennial
www.centennialcolorado.com –not
in attendance Andrea Suhaka
There will be two hearings in late April and May to pass or
not pass the Land Development Code, which will not be effective until the zoning
map is updated (at least not till the end of this year by her estimation).
President Gerry Cummins reminded the body that the Land Development Code rewrite
has been underway since December of 2008.
CenCON
Business
A
reading of those HOA’s who have paid dues already was made.
Number of members who have paid dues was adjusted to 18.
C.J. Whelan 2nd Vice President- no plans to report.
C.J. commented on the projections for the city in the next few years if
revenue cutting amendments, which will be put to the voters, were to pass.
He stated that the city would cease to function with cuts of that
magnitude.
President’s report Gerry Cummins –The July meeting is typically a field trip.
Gerry discussed upcoming field trip possibilities with Wayne Reed
(Director, City Planning and Development).
He indicated that the city does offer ‘site tours’. Discussion ensued
about venues/site tour possibilities for the July 26th meeting.
A
joking suggestion was made that we could tour Medical Marijuana dispensaries, at
which point the discussion turned towards the issues facing the City with regard
to the future of the management of Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in the state
and the city.
Gerry talked about an upcoming issue regarding Video Keno authorization in Colorado, which would
have to be presented as a ballot issue.
As written, the proposal would place the video keno in bars and
racetracks around the state. If you
wish to be more involved in this issue ( if the resolution makes it out of the
Senate State Affairs Committee. Visit http:/protectourneighborhoods. Org for
more information.
Stacy Johnson is promoting a summer market at the Streets of Southglenn on the 2nd
& 3rd Sunday every month June, July, and August and wants to put up
notices in newslettersand will pay for advertising.
HB1278 would have established an Ombudsman for HOA’s. The language “Ombudsman”
has been changed to Director of Information’ attached to the Division of Real
Estate. This bill will tack on a fee
to all HOA’s when they register annually to the Secretary of State.
The bill is currently headed for the Senate Appropriations committee
where there will be an amendment introduced to cap the fee that HOA’s would pay
when they file. Discussion ensued
about the ramifications of the proposed bill.
Homeowner survey is in the process of being updated and will be getting sent out
shortly. CenCON would appreciate
response from your HOA/group.
Rebuilding
Together program
www.rebuildingdenver.org Angie
Zuccarelli, Program Director.
Rebuilding Together
a national
program, is a non-profit organization found in 48 states.
It provides home rehabilitation and repair for low income seniors and
disabled homeowners who are age & income eligible.
It targets the goal of warm, safe and dry homes that are easily
accessible and allows people to remain in their homes.
On Rebuilding Day in April, a team of volunteers will be brought into
selected homes to do repair and rehabilitation at no cost to the homeowner. CDBG
(Community Development Block Grants) funding from Centennial helps to fund the
program for local citizens. CenCON members were asked to help locate individuals
who may need this service. A handyman service is also available for smaller
projects e.g. furnace replacement, ramps. *
E ligibility criteria: over 55 years of age, own and occupy their home
with no plans to sell for a year, household income guidelines are based on
family size. Call 720-524-0840.
Code Enforcement
Susie Ellis, Centennial Code Enforcement
Code Enforcement works to enhance the quality of life in the City
helping maintain healthy neighborhoods.
Once a complaint is received, a code enforcement officier inspects the
property & leaves a “Friendly Reminder’ . The property owner is given 7 days to
take care of a violation before re-inspection.
If the violation has not been remedied, other action is taken.
About 89% compliance is the current result. Code enforcement deals with
weeds, inoperable vehicles on private property and on the street, outside
storage, trailers, boats & recreational vehicles, fences, dumpsters, etc.
Voluntary compliance has been successful and is less costly than resolving
issues in the courts. * City Codes are not covenants (private contracts between
homeowners and the HOA ). City’s goal is to seek voluntary compliance rather
than a punitive approach. The code
enforcement monthly report for October is available. * Ms. Ellis explained the
process involved regarding sign removal from the right of way.
Senior Services in Arapahoe
County Linda Haley, Senior Resources
Manager The senior population in Arapahoe County is about 76,000 &
growing. Centennial has
15,000-18,000 seniors. County
statistics: 34%=75 yr. +: 60%=60-74 years; 5% live below the federal poverty
level ($866/month). * DRCOG has done
a survey of strengths/weaknesses of the senior population.
Indicators of a healthy senior population: good mental health,
self-efficacy, valued by community, connection to spirituality, good physical
activity, managing daily living activities, support from family, neighbors, etc.
hobbies. * Seniors want to choose where they live (not in a restrictive
setting). Concerns:
income sufficiency, services available, cost of health care, cost of
food. 41% of seniors in DRCOG survey
said they had experienced one serious health issue in the last year. * Arapahoe
County does not have many residential senior centers or places where seniors
congregate. Distribution of senior resource materials would be helpful.
Arapahoe County General Fund supports additional services e.g. Homemaker
Program & Chore Services which are available to seniors living near the federal
poverty level. * Services Available include:
Chore Services – heavy house cleaning, clean out services; First Ride –
available this year to 60 years and older;
Adopt-A-Senior program for shoveling.
Will be adding grocery shopping & pick up of medications.
Volunteers will go through background screenings. * Involved with Aurora
and Sheridan for commodities pickup sites for seniors who are income qualified.
CBDG funding assists several agencies that also serve Centennial.
Information to be placed in libraries. * Meals on Wheels program is not
always means tested for clients. In
Littleton, there is a sliding scale. * Information on Arapahoe County website.
Arapahoe County Council on Aging- every county has an Aging Council – and
is looking for members (accoa.info).
Pro Tem
National Night Out is August 5.
Hints and tips on hosting a block party on the website:
www.nationaltownwatch.org
Tri-County Health Department promotes
FREE Nicotine Patches and Counseling for Smokers Who Want To
Quit - patches are available to anyone who joins the Colorado
Quitline cessation program. This is a free telephone counseling service that
connects people who want to quit smoking with trained counselors who can guide
and support them through the quitting process. The service is available to
Colorado residents in English & Spanish, seven days a week at 1-800-QUIT-NOW
(1800-784-8669) or 303-398-6461.
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