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November 14, 2013
news in a hurry Cernanec hosts town hall
Councilor Phil Cernanec’s next District 3 Town Hall is at 1 p.m. on Nov. 16 at the South Metro Denver Realtor Association Building, northeast corner of Mineral Avenue and Broadway. Littleton Police Chief Doug Stephens and Mark Barons from the city’s community-development department will be there to discuss community outreach programs. Like “Phil for Littleton” on Facebook for more information.
View From the Fourth Floor
Frank Lee Earley, retired Arapahoe Community College professor of history, archaeology and anthropology, will speak about his recently published book, “View from the Fourth Floor: A Personal History of Arapahoe Community College, 1965-2005” at 7 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Littleton Museum. The talk is part of the museum’s popular “Book Report at the Museum” lecture series and will include memories of the found-
ing, development and personalities involved at ACC. Books will be available for sale and signing. Admission is free. The museum is located at 6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton. 303-795-3960.
Court fines may rise
In April, Gov. John Hickenlooper signed a state bill that allows municipalities to raise maximum court fines from $1,000 to $2,650. On Nov. 5, Littleton City Council passed on first reading an ordinance that will do just that. Aside from taxes, court fines are one of the largest revenue generators for the city. The amount exceeded $1.6 million in both 2012 and 2013, and includes fees paid for failures to stop as captured by the red-light cameras. The judge ultimately determines the amount of the fine, and many defendants are charged less than the maximum. Council will make a final decision after a public hearing on Nov. 19.
SSPR hosts coat drive South Suburban’s Park and Recreation’s winter coat drive runs through November. Drop off gently used or new coats at designated collection boxes throughout the district, including Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave. in Littleton, and they’ll be distributed to those in need. For more information, visit www.sspr.org or email Marthat@ sspr.org.
County training advocates Arapahoe County needs volunteers to provide crisis intervention and short-term support to crime victims. Training begins in early spring 2014 and lasts 10 weeks. Advocates are required to work two on-call shifts a month and attend monthly training meetings. Applicants will be required to submit to a background investigation, including a polygraph examination. To request an application, contact 720-874-4118 before Dec. 13.
Legion sponsors contest
The George C. Evans Post 103 of the American Legion in Littleton is sponsoring high-school students who want to participate in a Constitutional Speech Contest. Winners of a local contest on Dec. 15 may be eligible to participate in the state contest in January. There is no cost to enter. For more information, visit http:// www.colegionoratorical.org/ or email drivercoach69@yahoo. com.
County offers free warmth
The Arapahoe County Weatherization Division offers free services year-round to low-income households in both Arapahoe and Adams counties to help to make homes more energy-efficient and comfortable in all seasons. Each home receives a free energy audit to determine what conservation services would be most beneficial. Services may include sealing major air leaks; adding insulation
South Suburban Park Foundation revises web site, creates new trail maps
to attics, walls and crawl spaces; performing health and safety tests on furnaces and water heaters; making necessary repairs to furnaces and water heaters; and installing high-efficiency compact fluorescent light bulbs, all at no cost. For more information or to apply for weatherization services, please call the Arapahoe County Weatherization Division 303-6361982 or visit www.arapahoegov. com.
HHS student wins scholarship
Heritage High School senior Grecia Portillo was recently surprised during her AP Government class when she was presented with the Colorado Parks and Recreation Teen Team Summit Scholarship, which she may use at any post-secondary institution. Portillo is the president of the Englewood Youth Leadership Council and helps coordinate various events and projects for the Englewood Recreation District.
Calendar of Events For a complete calendar of South Metro Denver Chamber events or more information, visit our web site at www.bestchamber.com or call 303-795-0142.
PADT (Phoenix Analysis and Design Technologies) celebrated the opening of their new, larger office space at 2009 W. Littleton Blvd, #200 with company officials and local dignitaries, including Littleton mayor Debbie Brinkman enjoying the company’s open house. The company specializes in 3D printing, simulation and rapid prototyping for clients in the aerospace, medical, energy and electronics fields. www.padtinc.com
Thursday, November 14th: Women in Leadership: All About You...We Want Your Input! The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial Friday, November 15th: Energy & Sustainable Infrastructure Council presents: SWITCH! The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial Saturday, November 16th: Economic Development Group Trade Mission in support of MAVEN launch Cape Canaveral, Florida Monday, November 18th: Grow Your Marketing Database Using RefUSA The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial Save Lives & Sort Medical Supplies with Project CURE 10337 E. Geddes Ave., Centennial
The newly designed pocket map for South Suburban trails includes everything you need to know to make your use of our park trail system a pleasure.
You asked–we answered! The South Suburban Park Foundation working with Chamber Investors and community members recently revised their website to provide on-line south metro community trail maps. Available now at www.sspf.org, trail visitors can download a new, or favorite, trail route from one of the dozens within the stellar trail and greenway system right in our neighborhood. Whether you’re at home planning your next visit or on the trail deciding where to explore, you can immediately pull up a current map on your computer or mobile device. Trail information provided includes mile-
age, elevation and a general overview of trail features and amenities. The South Suburban Parks Foundation also has included information about user safety and surrounding habitat and environmental features. Maps are available both digitally as well as a pocket-sized printed version. Click www.sspf.org for trail updates, maps (downloadable or complimentary copy), community happenings, and to sign up to receive e-mail snippets. We would like to thank the South Metro Chamber and the community members who shared their ideas to implement this new feature!
Metro State and Colorado Heights Universities Partner to improve student success Chamber Investors Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) and Colorado Heights University (CHU) have partnered to authorize general studies and business core transfer credits toward a Bachelor of Science degree in one of five business disciplines: accounting, computer information systems, finance, management and marketing. “This partnership focuses on removing perceived barriers to education, while encouraging greater diversity of ideas and backgrounds in our programs,” says Ann Murphy, dean of the MSU Denver School of Business. “Both universities feel that, through this arrangement, we can attract new students that may not otherwise consider either institution individually.” Fifteen courses, equating to more than three semesters of classes, now are preauthorized for transfer to MSU Denver with a grade of C or higher. CHU students must meet all of MSU Denver’s standard admission and application requirements.
“Whether our students come from the local neighborhoods or from countries overseas, students can receive individualized support at CHU at the start, to assist them in getting acclimated to the college experience, and then move on to a much larger academic offering at MSU Denver,” says Doug Bjerkaas, CHU chief operating officer, adding that this partnership with MSU Denver is the first of its kind and it gives us the opportunity to provide additional options to students we strive to serve. MSU Denver and CHU have advisers to help students get credits transferred. CHU’s next program cycle starts Oct. 28 and MSU Denver’s application deadline for the spring semester is Nov. 18. Another benefit to the partnership allows students to live in student housing on the CHU campus at an affordable student rate, ranging from $180 to $400 a month. CHU’s dorms are just 1.5 miles from the Englewood light-rail station, providing easy access to downtown Denver and
Free blood pressure checks, children’s face painting, delicious appetizers and quenching beverages were part of Highlands Ranch Medical Associates’ Grand Opening of their new offices at 9135 S. Ridgeline Blvd, #190 in Highlands Ranch. Primary care doctors Kathy Vidlock, Terry Krause, and Kent Lofley offer a patient-centered approach highlighting the importance of continuous improvement in quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of care. www.highlandsranchmedicalassociates.org
Tuesday, November 19th: STEM-EC: Public Education & Business Coalition Superintendent Forum DCPA-Seawell Ballroom, 1101 13th Street, Denver Business Bible Study The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial Save a Life: Learn CPR with Safety Solved The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial What’s Next: Amendment 66 hosted by CU Denver School of Public Affairs Lawrence Street Center, 1380 Lawrence St., Denver
Colleen Cox commemorated the opening of her shop, BizCard Xpress - Littleton at 8996 W. Bowles Ave. in Littleton with a Grand Opening and ribbon cutting celebration which included guests and fellow Chamber Investors. The company can handle everything from business cards through signage and more with a book of over 800,000 promotional items available for business marketing. www.BizCardXpress.com
the Auraria campus. Chamber Marketing and Visibility Consultant Brian Bartony who oversees both educational institutions’ Chamber investment strategies is excited at this collaboration. “ Metropolitan State Univesity is leading Colorado by bringing diverse backgrounds together for higher education. Colorado Heights University has students from 49 countries predominately with English as a second language. Through this collaboration effort students can now get the best of both worlds. We heartily applaud partnerships such as this which will continue to strengthen Colorado’s educational system.” An official signing ceremony to launch the partnership took place on Oct. 21 at the main administration building on the CHU campus.
Wednesday, November 20th: Boulder’s muni: How Xcel Energy is working to ensure Colorado doesn’t pay for it The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial Southwest Metro Business Alliance: Celebrate the Holidays “Westside” Style Creekside Gardens, 5730 West Coal Mine Ave., Littleton Thursday, November 21st: Briefing and Q&A with Andrew Romanoff The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial Defensive Driving - Protecting Yourself and Others... The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial Health & Wellness Initiative Speaker Series: Healthy Aging The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial Cultural Business Alliance: Executive & Advisory Board The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial Friday, November 22nd: Chamber Unplugged The Chamber Center 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial Dinner with Five Colorado Governors The Oxford Hotel, 1600 17th Street, Denver