August 2021

WINDSOR

August 2021

PRESIDENT’S PEN

Michele Compton, Board President

Dear Neighbors, The collapse of the Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Florida, is a tragedy that has concerned many people. “Can that happen here?” is the question I have gotten this last month. Here are several facts relevant to answering that question.

First, we do not have underground garages under buildings. Our underground garages have small tunnels that connect them to the building elevator lobbies, and they are under landscaping and surface-level parking.

Secondly, according to USA Today, Champlain Towers South’s HOA had in reserve only 6.9% of the funds needed to make major repairs. According to the same USA Today article, 30% of HOAs nationwide have a weak reserve fund, 40% have a fair reserve fund and 30% have a strong reserve fund. Windsor Gardens’ current reserve funding level is equal to 77.5% of our 2017 reserve study’s recommended funding level. The Long-Range Planning and Innovation Committee is in the process of updating our reserve study to determine the status of our current reserve fund, i.e., weak, fair or strong, and to ensure that we are funding the reserves properly to complete the projects necessary to maintain our buildings and grounds. This is a process that the association goes through every few years to stay current on our reserve planning.

Lastly, several years ago, we hired an engineering company to do a complete

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2021 Board Officers & Committees Association Contacts

OPERATIONS COMMITTEES

Executive Committee

y Michele Compton, President

y Dennis Knight, Vice President

y Mike Lopez, Treasurer

y Jane Doyle, Secretary

Architectural Review

y Roni Reynolds, Chair

y Jane Doyle, Board

y Joel Bulik, Resident

y Cleo Dioletis, Resident

y Kelli Schuttinga, Resident

Auditing

y Dean Deverick, Chair

y Roni Reynolds, Board

y Sharon Holsapple, Resident

y Jeanne Lee, Resident

y Marilyn Tyler, Resident

Employee Relations/Safety

y Dean Deverick, Chair

y Bobbie Mays, Board

y Debra Adams, Resident

y Ginny Cox, Resident

y Barbara Ellis, Resident

y Shane Fair, Employee

y Jacob Pacheco, Employee

y Community Response Officer

Finance

y Mike Lopez, Chair

y Dean Deverick, Board

y Debra Adams, Resident

y Marilyn Tyler, Resident

y Bobbi Hess, Resident

Appeals

y Bobbie Mays, Chair

y Dean Deverick, Board

Activities

y Bobbie Mays, Chair

Appeals continued

y Sue Freehling, Resident

y Mary Carol Ooten, Resident

y Donna Sanford, Resident

y Jan Sheppard, Resident

y Jim Wright, Resident Insurance

y Bobbie Mays, Chair

y Dennis Knight, Board

y Barb Ellis, Resident

y Sharon Holsapple, Resident

y Barbara Penn, Resident

Long Range Planning & Innovation

y Dennis Knight, Chair

y Mike Lopez, Board

y Sharon Holsapple, Resident

y Mona Knight, Resident

y John Young, Resident

y Bill Walsh, Employee

Policy/Governing Docs/Rentals

y Jane Doyle, Chair

y Roni Reynolds, Board

y Debe Alikchihoo, Resident

y Donna Sanford, Resident

y Jan Sheppard, Resident

y Jim Wright, Resident

Underground Garage

y Roni Reynolds, Board

y Mike Lopez, Board

y Carl Bruckman, Resident

y Barbara Dey, Resident

y Reuel Hunt, Resident

y William Laub, Resident

y Jan Sheppard, Resident

COMMUNITY LIFE COMMITTEES

Revenue Exploration

y Dennis Knight, Chair

y Dean Deverick, Board

y Kristin Brotherton, Resident

y Barb Ellis, Resident

y Beverly Williams, Resident

Board Election

y Dean Deverick, Chair

y Roni Reynolds, Board

y Lisa Davis, Resident

y Kathy McVicker, Resident

y Donna Sanford, Resident

Building Representative Zone Committee (BRZC)

Roni Reynolds / Donna Sanford, Co-Chairs

Zone 1: Marilyn Tyler

Zone 2: Barb Penn

Zone 3: Mary Grace Wake

Zone 4: Mary Carol Ooten

Zone 5: Lisa Davis

Zone 6: Ken DeHate

Zone 7: Jean McCoy

Community Life

y Jane Doyle, Chair

y Dennis Knight, Board

y Cathi Allen, Resident

y Kristin Brotherton, Resident

y Mona Knight, Resident

y Jeanne Lee, Resident

y Monica McKenzie, Resident

y Kelli Schuttinga, Resident

y Beverly Williams, Resident

Administration

303-364-7485

Regular Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

General Manager: Rebecca Zazueta, email: rzazueta@wgamail.com

Community Life Manager: Cari Ervin, email: cervin@wgamail.com

Business Manager: Tammy Tafoya-Paredes, email: ttafoya@wgamail.com

Community Administrator: Patricia Frawley, email: pfrawley@wgamail.com

Director of Community Response: Chris Scovil, email: cscovil@wgamail.com

Office Manager: Liz Nickel, email: lnickel@wgamail.com

Receptionists: Becca Hart, email: bhart@wgamail.com

Kacey Parker, email: kparker@wgamail.com

Accounting Manager: Debra Ford, email: dford@wgamail.com

Accounting Assistant: Kimberly Hernandez, khernandez@wgamail.com

Administrative Assistant: Karen Arellano, email: karellano@wgamail.com

Community Response

303-364-4924 communityresponse@wgamail.com

Acting Captain: Hanna Starritt, hstarritt@wgamail.com

Captain of EMS: Cash Kraemer, email: ckraemer@wgamail.com

Covenant Enforcement Officer: Joe Garcia, email: jgarcia@wgamail.com

Administrative Assistant: Katie Monasmith, email: kmonasmith@wgamail.com Activities

303-364-9141

Activities Director: Ellie Wilkins, email: ewilkins@wgamail.com

Assistant Activities Director: Renee Jennings, email: rjennings@wgamail.com

Golf Shop & Course

303-366-3133

Golf Pro: Doug Mallon, email: dmallon@wgamail.com

Facilities Maintenance

Manager: Bill Walsh, email: bwalsh@wgamail.com

y Bobbie Mays, Board

y Cathi Allen, Resident

y Reuel Hunt, Resident

y Donna Sanford, Resident

y Kelli Schuttinga, Resident

y John Young, Non-resident Owner

Golf

y Jane Doyle, Chair

y Bobbie Mays, Board

y Daniel Robinette, Resident

y Beth Vaden, Resident

y Jim Wright, Resident

y Men’s League Pres.

y Women’s League Pres.

Public Relations/Marketing

y Dennis Knight, Chair

y Mike Lopez, Board

y Debra Adams, Resident

y Nancy Delhay, Resident

y Jeanne Lee, Resident

y Kathy Young, Resident

Restaurant

y Mike Lopez, Chair

y Jane Doyle, Board

y Cleo Dioletis, Resident

y Sue Freehling, Resident

y Charles McDonald, Resident

y Susan Schmidt, Resident

y Joan Stringfield, Resident

Grounds Maintenance

Supervisor: Dana Cusack, email: dana@wgamail.com

Board Members board@wgamail.com

President: Michele Compton

Vice Pres.: Dennis Knight

Treasurer: Mike Lopez

Secretary: Jane Doyle

Asst. Treasurer: Bobbie Mays

Asst. Secretary: Dean Deverick

Director-at-Large: Roni Reynolds

Building Representative Zone Committee (BRZC)

Email: brzc@wgamail.com

Association Offices Closed

Labor Day

Employee Party

Monday, September 6, 2021

Friday, September 17, 2021 after 11:30 a.m.

Thanksgiving Thursday, November 25, 2021

Christmas Eve/Day

New Year’s Day

Friday, November 26, 2021

Friday, December 24, 2021

Monday, December 27, 2021

Monday, January 3, 2022

Community Meetings

Attend in Person: We will be meeting in person in the Colorado Room (some exceptions noted below) for those comfortable doing so.

Join by Phone: Call 720-928-9299 at the time of the meeting and use the meeting ID and passcode provided with the individual meetings in the below schedule.

Join Online: For those who wish to participate via Zoom, go online to www. zoom.com. Click “Join a meeting” and enter the meeting ID and passcode provided with the individual meetings in the below schedule.

Architectural Review Committee

Tuesday, August 17, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 874 4802 5499 Passcode: 404385

Audit Committee

Friday, August 13, 9 a.m.

In person only in boardroom in the boardroom in administration office.

Board Election Committee

Wednesday, August 25, 1 p.m.

Meeting ID: 815 0842 0639 Passcode: 559915

Board of Directors

Friday, August 27, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 834 3596 0953 Passcode: 496222

Board Working Session

Thursday, August 26, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 820 2626 5459 Passcode: 347054

Building Rep. Zone Committee

Meeting ID: 821 1420 1129

Community Life Committee

Thursday, August 19, 9:30 a.m.

Passcode: 292059

Friday, August 20, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 817 1216 0953 Passcode: 286598

Finance Committee

Meeting ID: 825 0172 1001

Golf Committee

Friday, August 13, 10:30 a.m.

Passcode: 477555

Tuesday, August 10, 1 p.m.

Meeting ID: 817 2082 7739 Passcode: 208942

Long-Range Planning & Innovation

Meeting ID: 865 7250 8976

Policy Committee

Meeting ID: 867 4927 9813

Public Relations Committee

Meeting ID: 812 4776 2586

Restaurant Committee

In Remembrance

To share the passing of someone with the community, please submit the deceased’s name, date of death, building number and any life memories you’d like to share to WindsorLife@wgamail.com or to the association office. Remembrances are subject to editing, including for length and grammar.

Bennet Farrand

The holiday lights on Building 24 may not be as bright this year. Bennet Farrand, who so enjoyed putting up the Christmas decorations with his neighbors for the last nine years, passed June 20, 2021. Because Ben was not an outgoing person, many in the neighborhood never got to enjoy his warmth and off-beat sense of humor. Residents of Building 24, however, always knew they could count on Ben to help them whenever help was needed.

Born in Denver in 1954 to David and Mary Farrand as the of youngest of three children, Ben came from a long line of Colorado natives.

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Your Turn: Write a Letter

Monday, August 16, 2 p.m.

Passcode: 039949

Wednesday, August 11, 10 a.m.

Passcode: 601290

Thursday, August 5, 9:30 a.m.

Passcode: 776550

Tuesday, August 10, 3 p.m. Meeting ID: 842 4056 7754

Passcode: 284078

Windsor Life: The News of Windsor Gardens

Advertising : Karen Arellano, 303-364-7485, karellano@wgamail.com

Submissions : Email to WindsorLife@wgamail.com Submissions due the 10th of the month prior to the month of publication.

Windsor Life is published by the Windsor Gardens Association Board of Directors for the benefit of Windsor Gardens residents and is dedicated to: fostering communication and collaboration among the residents, board of directors and staff; promoting Windsor Gardens numerous and diverse activities; and informing residents of community resources and issues. The Windsor Gardens Association, its board of directors and employees and the Windsor Life staff are not responsible or liable for any of the services or products advertised in the Windsor Life publication, nor do we endorse any advertisement, product or service. The Association recommends that you thoroughly research any product or service and check references prior to hiring any individual or company.

Windsor Gardens Association

595 South Clinton Street Denver, CO 80247 303-364-7485 www.windsorgardensdenver.org

The association's Declaration (with amendments), bylaws and policies are available on the association's website at www.windsorgardensdenver.org.

Letters submitted to Windsor Life are published at the discretion of the Windsor Gardens Board of Directors, administrators and editor. Letters are subject to editing, including for length and grammar, and are limited to 300 words in many cases. Letters containing obvious factual inaccuracies, unattributed facts and quotes or libelous statements will not be printed. Reviews, positive or negative, of businesses that are lessees of Windsor Gardens will not be published. All letters must include the writer’s name, address and phone number for verification purposes. Letters submitted by mail or dropped off at the association office also need a signature. The writer’s name will be included with those letters that are published.

E-mail to: WindsorLife@wgamail.com

Mail to: Windsor Life, 595 S. Clinton St., Denver, CO 80247

RV Storage at WG

There are quite a few of us that have RVs, and we would like to store them in the Windsor Gardens RV storage facility. We have been on the waiting list for over a year and have not moved up at all. Upon driving through the area, we noticed quite a bit of space that could be opened up for storage if the area was just cleaned up and organized a little bit better. We are just asking that this matter be looked into, as it would be so convenient to have our RV closer to where we live.

Debi and Mike Maness

Response to "RV Storage at WG"

Thank you, Debi and Mike, for your letter. There are a lot of people on the RV lot waitlist, and it does take a long time to finally get into the lot. The speed of moving up the list is partially dependent on when RV

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WG Flag Corp for Buildings 45 and 46

CORRECTION: In last month's article on the Windsor Gardens Flag Corp, the names for Building 46 were listed incorrectly. Lin Perkin was mistakenly not included. The flag corp members who serve Building 46 are Lin Perkin and Mike Monroe. Thank you, Lin, for volunteering your time as a member of the flag corp.

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analysis of five of our buildings that represent different construction phases. One of the systems they evaluated was the soundness of the brick. They specifically noted that because of the type of paint used and the frequency of repainting, our buildings were in exceptionally good condition considering the age of the structures. Of course, the conditions of structural components are subject to change, which is why we have a committee dedicated to these conversations. The reserve study will be on the agenda for the Long-Range Planning Committee in the upcoming months. Please attend this meeting if you are interested in finding out more about this process.

One resident wrote an informative letter to the board and attended the Long-Range Planning and Innovation Committee about this exact

subject. He and the committee were able to delve into the topic as it relates to Windsor Gardens. Unfortunately, we have gotten other letters regarding other association topics that are not signed. We cannot respond to those letters without a signature, nor do we let them influence our decisions without the opportunity to dialogue on the issue. If you would like to comment on board decisions, please sign your letter so we can respond and can evaluate your concerns. Enjoy the remainder of the summer as we open the library and resume various classes and special events!

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Students of Colorado history read about many of Ben’s ancestors in their studies. The Hamill House in Georgetown was Mary’s grandfather’s house, for instance.

Ben graduated from George Washington High School in 1973. Afterwards, he pursued many interests, including gunsmithing and real estate, before settling on a career as an electrician.

In 1991, he met Pat Bridges and they became life partners. Pat, who was divorced with three grown children when they met, often said, “I have three children, we have five grandchildren.” Neighbors might have seen Ben in the yard playing with the youngest granddaughters

from the time they were toddlers. He was their much-loved “Grandpa Ben”. When walking on the canal with the girls, Ben often let them climb higher in the trees than their grandmother would have preferred. That may have been part of the reason they loved him so much. In warm weather, Ben often sat on their screened-in lanai and played his guitar into the night for his own enjoyment. Music was one of his passions.

A celebration of life will be scheduled for later this summer and neighbors will be invited to attend.

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tenants leave the lot for whatever the reason, including selling their RV, moving away, etc.

I keep two running waitlists for the RV lot, one for vehicles from 25 to 41 feet long and another for vehicles under that length. We have 45 spots in the lot and most of them are under 24 feet. Based on the information I gathered from you when I put your name on the list, your vehicle is about 26 feet long, and the only area that will accommodate a vehicle of that length is on the back row of the lot, along the fence where we have 13 spaces. Because your vehicle is longer, and we have fewer spaces for longer vehicles, movement up that list is slower. I’ve seen other folks on that list for 2 years or more before a spot opened up.

As for reorganizing the lot to accommodate more vehicles, it would be a challenge to do so without encroaching on the grounds department mulch work area and while still allowing for the appropriate amount of parking space for the 5th wheel vehicles.

I’ve also recently been in the RV lot and seen the weeds growing, so I’ve asked the grounds department to take care of those for us. If you’d like to discuss anything further regarding the RV lot, I’d be happy to speak to you by phone or email. You can reach me at 303364-7485, ext. 1531, or lnickel@wgamail.com.

Liz Nickel, Windsor Gardens Office Manager

Noise Outside the Buildings

I read and re-read [Michele Compton’s column] in July’s Windsor Life about [the board receiving] complaints about residents being loud outside the buildings. I think some got luckier than others when it comes to downstairs [neighbors]. I came here after retiring to sleepin, read and nap. Enjoy. That's not possible.

I believe some residents believe they own the grounds right in front of their unit. They don't! They have parties, sit outside and talk early in the morning and wake people up, not caring about anyone else. Some leave their dogs tied up to bark or let them habitually run off

leash. Many let their cats loose to be coyote bait. There are some who try to control who parks on the street in front of their units. They are Denver streets, people.

Why does Windsor Gardens have [gazebos]? Can't people go there for get-togethers? There are open areas away from the buildings, where the residents should go to visit with a few friends. A bench on the canal? If residents do not want people in their homes due to covid or a messy house, they can go to the community center. That's why we have these things.

I just think some residents cannot find it in themselves to consider others and to realize that the grassy ground area outside your door belongs to ALL of us. Be a better neighbor.

Wanda Merritt

Rebuttal to “Silence”

I am afraid I must disagree with Mr. Bruckman [letter in the June 2021 issue] and Ms. Summerlin [letter in the July 2021 issue] regarding silence in the workout room.

The silence has nothing to do with it being outdated or not. It is about community respect. We are not all here for socializing. I moved here for the peace and quiet and safety that Windsor Gardens provides. Part of that peace and quiet is being able to work out while reading or using my headphones with a phone or the tv. There are clubs and activities galore in the community that encourage as much socialization that anyone could possibly crave. It’s also a matter of respect to every person in the community who is here for the peace and quiet while using the equipment. Personally, I am not interested in listening to someone else’s chatter other than low-toned speaking with a trainer about the business at hand. Outside of the library, I think it’s only fair to have at least one other place of peace.

Candy Brown

Board Candidate Nomination Deadline and Election Schedule

Nomination Period: August 5 through August 20

The candidate nomination period is August 5 through August 20. The candidate nomination petition and consent forms are available in the fitness center lobby and on the association’s website.

Please turn in completed nomination forms to the association office no later than Friday, August 20, 4:30 p.m. Candidates must also provide a resume and a photo to the office by this deadline. You may provide your own high-resolution photo or the administrative office can take a photo. The candidate resumes and photos will be published in the Windsor Life.

Meet the Candidates in September

You are invited to a "Meet the Candidates" session for campaign speeches and audience questions in the auditorium on Thursday, September 9, 2021, at 2 p.m. Door prizes and refreshments will be provided. Candidates will also speak at the BRC meeting on Wednesday, September 22, 2021. Again, door prizes and refreshments will be provided.

Ballot Mailings

The association will begin mailing ballots, ballot envelopes, and candidate resumes to non-resident owners on September 20 and to resident owners beginning September 22.

Voting Period: September 27 through October 8

Board election ballots may be returned to the association office September 27 through October 8. The office is open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Ballots may be returned no later than 3 p.m. on Friday, October 8.

Ballot Counting and Election Results

Ballot counting will begin at 8 a.m. on October 8. There will be a board meeting to certify the election results at 4:30 p.m. on October 8. Immediately following certification of the results, the election committee will notify all candidates of the results and a signed copy of the results will be posted at the community center.

Volunteers Needed for Board Election Ballot Mailing and Counting.

Volunteers are needed to stuff board election ballot envelopes and to place stamps on envelopes for mail out on September 20 and September 22. Volunteers are also needed on October 8 for processing

returned board election ballots, opening the inner envelopes, sorting and tallying the ballots.

Board in Motion

The WG Board of Directors approved the following motions at their July 23, 2021, board meeting.

ƒ Architectural Review Committee motions to approve eight requests and deny three other requests for exceptions to the unit door painting project.

ƒ Finance Committee motion to invest $750,000 from the Cetera cash account to TD Ameritrade bond positions and to reallocate equity holdings by selling some stock and placing the gains into bonds to balance the investment portfolio.

ƒ Finance Committee motion to transfer $348,764.08 to the capital reserve account.

ƒ Finance Committee motion to transfer $150,478.65 to the capital reserve account. This transfer represents the July insurance loan payment from the operating account.

ƒ Long Range Planning and Innovation Committee motion to have staff work with the Foretel consultant to prepare a scope of work for site surveys to be conducted by both PowerNet and Verizon

that will include a basic mock-up and description of the installation they are proposing for the campus. The total cost of the surveys is not to exceed $10,000.

ƒ Policy Committee motion to publish the new Sign and Flag Policy in the August 2021 Windsor Life newspaper.

ƒ Underground Garage Sub-Committee motion to approve the proposal from Western Waterproofing in the amount of $253,515 for phase 4A in block 25.

ƒ Motion to adopt the proposed, revised Community Center Classes and Events Policy, Moving Policy, Parking Rules and Regulations Policy and Covenant Enforcement Policy as published in the July 2021 Windsor Life. The revised policies will go into effect August 1, 2021.

ƒ Motion to approve a seventh amendment to the association’s declaration to allow for a combination of units.

ƒ Motion to approve two judicial foreclosures.

Electronic vote in July to approve a revision to parking policy.

Proposed Signs and Flags Rules and Regulations

The below proposed Signs and Flags Rules and Regulations, created to replace the current Signs Policy, will be voted on by the board of directors at their meeting on August 27, 2021 (see schedule on page 3). This policy is scheduled to be effective on September 1, 2021. If you have questions or comments about any association policy, please email the WG Board of Directors at board@wgamail.com or mail a letter to 595 S. Clinton Street, Denver, CO 80247. Letters may also be dropped off at the association office.

WINDSOR GARDENS ASSOCIATION

SIGNS AND FLAGS RULES AND REGULATIONS

RESOLUTION: The Association hereby adopts rules and regulations in accordance with Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (“CCIOA”) C.R.S. § 38-33.3-106.5 regarding the following: signs and flags within the boundaries of a Unit, or in or on a window of a Unit that are visible from outside the Unit; signs and flags that are on or adjacent to Limited Common Element lanais; signs on Common Elements; and Religious Signs and Symbols on an entry door or entry door frame.

Signs

A sign is defined as a board or placard that is inscribed with words or designs intended to inform or share a message with others by displaying it publicly in one of the locations further described below. For the purposes of these rules and regulations, For Sale and / or For Lease signs, flags, banners, or other similar marketing material are considered commercial messages.

1. Open House Signs

(a) One professionally-lettered Open House sign of the tenttype variety may be displayed on the Windsor Gardens common elements on Saturday and Sunday and must be removed at the end of the day. Signs with probes that penetrate the ground are not permitted on the Windsor Gardens property.

2. Signs

(a) Pursuant to revisions made to C.R.S. § 38-33.3-106.5, (1)(a) and (1)(c) that were signed by the Governor for the State of Colorado on July 2, 2021, with an effective date of September 10, 2021, a resident may display one (1) sign within the boundaries of the Unit, or alternatively, in or on a window within a Unit or within the interior boundaries of the Limited Common Element lanais appurtenant to a Unit (including windows of an enclosed lanai, but not on Common Element walls), subject to the following regulations:

i. The sign may be of any subject matter, except for commercial messages.

ii. The sign may be no larger than 18” x 24”.

(b) Signs are prohibited on the Association’s Common Elements, with exception to signs posted on the association-maintained bulletin boards located in each building. If signs are discovered on Common Elements, they may be removed and disposed of without notice.

3. Religious Signs or Symbols

(a) Pursuant to C.R.S. § 38-33.3-106.5, the Colorado legislature has determined that a religious sign or symbol on an entry door or entry door frame is allowed.

(b) A “religious item or symbol” means an item or symbol displayed because of a sincerely held religious belief. A

religious item or symbol may not contain graphics, language, or any display that is obscene or otherwise illegal.

(c) Individually or in combination with other religious items or symbols may not cover an area greater than 36 square inches.

4. Vehicle Signs. Windsor Gardens’ residents are permitted to place “car for sale” signs within the interior of their personal vehicles.

5. No Other Signs. All other signs are prohibited unless expressly identified under Colorado law as signs permitted as a matter of public policy.

Flags

The association maintains two flag holders for each building to display the American Flag and Colorado Flag.

1. Flags

(a) Pursuant to revisions made to C.R.S. § 38-33.3-106.5, (1) (a) and (1)(c) that were signed by the Governor for the State of Colorado on July 2, 2021, with an effective date of September 10, 2021, a resident may display one (1) flag within the boundaries of the Unit, or alternatively, in or on a window within a Unit or within the interior boundaries of the Limited Common Element lanais appurtenant to a Unit (including windows of an enclosed lanai, but not on Common Element walls), subject to the following regulations:

i. The flag may be of any subject matter, except for commercial messages.

ii. The flag shall be no larger than 3’x 5’ in size.

iii. Due to the age of the buildings and structural concerns, and potential safety concerns, flag brackets and flag staffs are not permitted on the exterior or interior wall of a lanai.

iv. Residents who have an existing flag bracket or flag staff on the exterior or interior wall of a lanai must permanently remove and cannot replace the flag staff or bracket when the components are old and worn.

v. Free standing flagpole holders are not encouraged on open lanais due to safety concerns but are allowed in enclosed lanais. Residents wishing to place a freestanding flagpole holder on an open lanai, must submit a modification application and include the specifications of the flagpole holder, pole and the weight and size of the flag for consideration and approval prior to installation. The flagpole holder must be able to withstand the weight of the pole and flag, as well as weather conditions, such as significant wind and weight of snow. No flagpole or flagpole holder can be affixed to any Common Element wall, floor, or ceiling of any lanai.

2. Lighting of Flags

(a) Flags may not be illuminated.

From the General Manager

Rebecca Zazueta

ADOPTION OF POLICIES

At the July 2021 board meeting, the four policies published in the July Windsor Life were formally adopted with an August 1, 2021, effective date. The four policies are:

• Community Center Classes and Events

• Parking Rules and Regulations

• Moving Policy

• Covenant and Rule Enforcement Procedures

Copies of these policies are posted on the association’s website. Please visit the Resource Center tab and then go to the policies folder. All association policies and rules and regulations are listed in alphabetical order.

Moving Policy Revised to Address Building Reps Feedback

Prior to the adoption of the Moving Policy, revisions were made to the policy to address comments that were received from building representatives. Here are the changes that were made to the policy:

• In the case of a resale, a copy of this [moving] policy and instructions are sent to the title company prior to the closing to ensure that the new owner is aware of the process for moving.

• If a new resident advises the administrative office of their movein schedule during the orientation process, a staff member will send an email with the moving information to the building representative. If the timing of the move-in is unknown but the closing paperwork or new lease has been received, the administrative office will notify the building representative via email that a new resident will be moving into the building soon.

• If you are moving into the community, please advise the administrative staff of your moving schedule during orientation so the information can be communicated to the building representative. You may also contact the building representative or their alternate to make arrangements for your move into the building. This is especially helpful if you are moving in before your orientation. The building representative or alternate may be able to provide helpful instructions for parking your moving van or truck and help you determine what door should be used for the move.

• If you are moving out of the building, please inform the building representative or their alternate and follow the instructions listed in the Moving Policy.

New Parking Rules and Regulations Require New Permits for All Vehicles

The amended Parking Rules and Regulations are effective beginning August 1, 2021, but it will take approximately 90 days for the association to implement some of the changes. One of the more time-intensive steps will be to ensure that all vehicles, including those that are stored in garages have WG parking permits. New parking permits are now required for all vehicles.

The administrative staff is finalizing the details of ordering new parking permits and implementing a plan to visit each building over the course of the next 90 days to ensure that we successfully reach every resident who has a vehicle at WG. When we are ready to start issuing new parking permits, a Pilera message will be sent to your building with the details. We will also let you know what to do if you need to make alternative plans to obtain your parking permit(s).

If you are a resident who owns vehicles in excess of the assigned parking stalls attached to your unit, and you are currently parking more than three vehicles in the unassigned spaces in the community parking lots, please start to make arrangements to rent additional

parking stalls from another owner or check with the administrative office to see if rental spaces are available. Alternatively, you can plan to park extra vehicles on the street subject to the city’s ordinances. Enforcement of this new rule is expected to begin in approximately 90 days or by November 1.

Below you will find a revision that was made to the prohibited vehicles and activities section of the Parking Rules and Regulations after publication in the July Windsor Life and prior to the August 1 effective date.

Due to the risk of structural damage to underground garages, no oversized vehicles or equipment with a weight of more than 6,000 pounds (an average-sized vehicle) are allowed to drive or park in the above ground parking lots or landscaped areas above the underground structures. NO VEHICLES OR EQUIPMENT, OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED BY THE FACILITIES MANAGER, MAY BE DRIVEN OR PARKED ON THE LANDSCAPED AREAS ABOVE THE UNDERGROUND STRUCTURES. Violators will be financially responsible for all related damage, safety inspections and repair expenses.

NEW SIGNS AND FLAGS POLICY

On July 2, 2021, Governor Jared Polis signed into law a revised statute preventing HOAs from prohibiting or regulating the display of flags or signs on the basis of their subject matter, message or content, with exception to commercial messages. The revised statute continues to allow HOAs to establish rules regarding the number, location and size of signs, flags and flagpoles. The new law will become effective September 10, 2021.

In response to the approval of the revised statute, a new signs and flags policy has been written and is enclosed in this issue of Windsor Life for owner comment prior to adoption. This is an important policy revision, and I encourage all residents to read the proposed policy carefully. The policy is scheduled to be adopted by the board at their August 27, 2021, board meeting and will become effective September 1, 2021.

NEXT UP FOR THE POLICY COMMITTEE: RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR RENTING UNITS

The policy committee continues their review of policies that require revisions and updating. At the July meeting, recommended revisions to the Rules and Regulations for Renting Units Policy were introduced. The initial goal of updating the rules and regulations for renting units was to add the association’s Declaration requirements for all rental leases to include provisions which require the tenants and their guests to abide by the association’s legal documents and rules and regulations, and for violations to be enforceable by either the association, the landlord or both.

There are other revisions to these rules and regulations, which will be shared with owners when the committee finishes their review of this document, and it is ready to be published for owner comment. If you are interested in observing the committee discussion, please attend the August Policy Committee meeting scheduled for August 11 at 10 a.m. in the Colorado Room.

UNDERGROUND GARAGE PROJECT

Construction Area Next to Upper Parking Lot 26 and Bordering Commercial Strip Mall

A brief update regarding the underground garage project is available on page 12 under the capital reserve project updates. In September

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FROM

THE GENERAL MANAGER

2021, we have scheduled substantial trenching and waterproofing work to occur along the commercial strip mall boundary and our upper parking lot 26, adjacent to buildings 80, 82 and 84. A temporary construction fence will be installed to designate the construction area. Walking to and from the strip mall during this work may be difficult and residents are encouraged to utilize an alternate route.

Traffic on Ramp and Entrance to Lot 25 to be Impacted

Following the completion of trenching and waterproofing of the area bordering upper parking lot 26, the crew will move toward upper parking lot 25 adjacent to buildings 68 and 66. The scope of work will include a portion of the driving ramp, repairs and waterproofing specified by the structural engineer, and discovery and repair of broken tendons. Unfortunately, this project will require the removal of two crab apple trees and the traffic pattern of the ramp and entrance into lot 25 will be impacted. Work is anticipated to continue into the winter months.

PROPERTY TAX REFUNDS

The administrative staff is currently in the process of reconciling the tax payments for the 2020 property taxes paid in 2021. The second half payment was issued mid-June and we are now in the process of determining what refunds are due to owners. This year we will issue the largest number of refunds in our history.

In the April and May Windsor Life, I briefly explained that the city of Denver rolled out a new payment process that impacted how duplicate payments are processed. Unlike prior years, the city did not automatically issue refunds for duplicated first half payments received in February 2021, except in the case of payments that exceeded the full tax payment due for the year. In instances where the mortgage company and the HOA both paid the first half property taxes, the overpayment was applied to the second half property taxes. On the straightforward accounts, the HOA was not billed for the second half payment, which means we owe a refund to the owner. In other cases, we were billed for second half property taxes, and the payment was processed by the city, but the owner believes that a refund is due. The payment history for these owners will need to be researched to determine who paid what and if the city issued refund payments to the mortgage company or another third party. There are many other scenarios: owners mistakenly paid property taxes out of pocket, taxes were collected and paid at closing when a resale occurred or estates issued payments in full.

On accounts that are more complicated, we work with the city to research payment history and refunds the city may have issued as

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part of their process. If we determine that a refund is not owed by the HOA, we will explain to the owner the information we have received. When the mortgage company receives the credit, they typically apply it to the escrow account instead of writing a paper check refund to the owner. Unfortunately, the HOA has no control over this outcome. The owner will need to work with the mortgage company to discuss the credit balance and to determine if there are any steps that can be taken to obtain a refund check.

The administrative staff understands the financial impact of duplicated property tax payments, especially when owners pay property taxes through the escrow account on their mortgage, in addition to the monthly HOA assessment for property taxes. We are working through the large file of payments now and completing our research on the refunds we believe are due. We appreciate your patience and hope to have all refunds issued by the end of August.

CHAMPLAIN TOWERS SOUTH IN SURFSIDE, FLORIDA

On the morning of June 24 many of us woke to the news of the Champlain Towers South building collapse in Surfside, Florida. This tragedy has had a major impact the past month as the images of the building collapse unfolded and the rescue operation transitioned to recovery. And now, many of us are looking for answers, for understanding of what caused a 12-story building the size of Champlain Towers South to collapse as it did. There are many news stories which have uncovered possible reasons for the collapse, but it will likely be several months before official determinations are made. The Long-Range Planning and Innovation committee spent some time at their July meeting talking about the Florida tragedy and what insight it brings to us here at Windsor Gardens. In Michele’s President’s Pen on page one, she has provided some basic information regarding Windsor Gardens’ reserve funding and long-range planning. Owners who are interested in learning more are always encouraged to attend the Long-Range Planning and Innovation committee meetings. The committee meeting schedule is published in the newspaper each month. This year the committee is tasked with updating the reserve study through a professional reserve specialist. The reserve specialist will provide us with current and updated information on major repairs and replacement projects, as well as recommended funding levels. As we move into finalizing the updated reserve study report, which is expected to take several months, I will share additional information with you.

Confirmed Resident and Employee COVID-19 Cases

Confirmed Resident COVID-19 Cases as of August 1, 2021

There have been two positive COVID-19 cases in the month of July 2021. We are continuing to monitor for new cases. We ask for your assistance in keeping our information as accurate as possible. Please notify our office when you receive a positive COVID-19 test result. This will allow us to monitor for outbreaks, variants, and patterns within the building and within the community. Please call our main office 303-364-7485 to report a positive test result. If you need to report your positive test result after hours or on the weekend, please call Community Response at 303-364-4924.

Status of Residents with Confirmed COVID-19

Confirmed Deaths: 3

Residents in Hospital: 0

Residents in Rehab / Recovering Away from Unit: 0

Residents in Home Isolation: 1

Residents Recovered / Discharged: 71

TOTAL: 75

Employee COVID-19 Cases and Possible or Confirmed Exposures

None.

City Council District 5 Updates

From Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer, Denver City Council District 5

This July marked two years that I have had the honor of representing the residents of District 5. I ran for office to bring the voice of the people back to city government, and my team and I operate our office with a focus on four core values: transparency, accountability, customer service and good communication. In recent months, we have been able to move forward with several initiatives and proposals based on what you, D5 community members, have told us matters to you. Here are some examples:

Remote Meetings

Like most meetings, the pandemic made it essential for Denver City Council meetings to be held remotely in the interest of public health and safety. However, the Denver Revised Municipal Code and Charter were silent regarding the use of electronic media to hold and attend meetings, which would have allowed council to meet virtually. For the past year, I have worked on Charter Amendment 2F and an ordinance amending Denver’s open meetings laws to authorize electronic participation and meeting methods during emergencies. This will allow for use of emerging technology to increase convenient community access to council.

Community Safety and JAG Grant Award

It is no secret that our crime rates have gone up dramatically. We have seen a 145% rise in property crime, particularly in package theft and auto theft. We hope you received the informational flyer from our office, sent in mid-June, with contact numbers and information on how we can all be partners in keeping our neighborhoods safe. No district neighborhood has been more impacted by this increase in crime than East Colfax, where residents have seen a 163% rise

in violent person-on-person crime in addition to property crime. To help support the community, our office partnered with the Denver Police Department and local neighborhood organizations to write a grant application that will pay for staffing for a pilot community policing program along East Colfax from Monaco to Yosemite, and from 11th Avenue to 17th Avenue. We are pleased to announce that the state has awarded us over $260,000 for implementation of this program. The overwhelming support of the District 5 community – including 28 letters and hundreds of petition signatures – put our application over the top. Thank you to all who participated in the process.

Eviction Protection

As we look at the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the issues rising to the top is the overwhelming number of people who face eviction in our city. In response to that need, I advanced an ordinance to create access to legal counsel for any resident facing eviction who makes less than 80% of the area median income (approximately $85,000 for a family of four). The amount of money Denver spends on post-eviction services around homelessness and sheltering is astronomical. It makes sense to better support our residents upstream in the eviction process. It doesn’t mean that these residents will get to remain in their homes; but it will provide an opportunity to achieve better outcomes for them than an eviction on their credit history that will affect their ability to find housing in the future.

On behalf of everyone in the D5 office, thank you for all you do in our neighborhoods. In particular, we give a shout out to the 70 residents who volunteered at the D5 Spring Parks Clean-Up Day.

As always, feel free to contact our office at denvercouncil5@ denvergov.org or 720-337-5555 with comments or questions.

Community Life

From Cari Ervin, Community Life Manager

LET’S TALK ABOUT RECYCLING

With approximately 3,500 residents, Windsor Gardens has an opportunity to make an incredible impact when it comes to recycling, but our recycling program is at risk of increased fees or elimination due to constantly being misused. So, it’s time to talk about recycling.

Last month, we discussed the simple task of “Bagging your trash, not your recycling.” Another small step that makes a big change is: breaking down boxes!

Residents are constantly moving in and out of Windsor Gardens, requiring a plethora of cardboard boxes to be disposed of after a move. Whether they are moving boxes or Amazon delivery boxes, our recycle bins are FULL of them and are often overflowing because of

them. When boxes are not broken down, they take up valuable space in the recycle bins, causing an overflowing mess and are not easily picked up by Waste Management Recycling. Please, Break Down Boxes so there is room for other recyclables. Alternatively, recycle your cardboard boxes by finding a neighbor or friend who could use them for their upcoming move! Post it to your Facebook page or even notify your real estate professional. It seems there is always someone experiencing a move and needing free boxes.

So, Windsor Gardens, BREAK DOWN YOUR BOXES . Please help spread the word. These small steps can lead to big change.

SHREDDING EVENT: AUGUST 14, WG AUDITORIUM PARKING LOT

Saturday, August 14, from 9 a.m.to 12 p.m. in the Windsor Gardens auditorium parking lot. Data Destruction will provide on-site shredding trucks to securely shred your confidential documents. Limit of 3 paper boxes or bags per person. This event is sponsored by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Innovative Real Estate, Cheri Thompson and PJ Magin. Call 720-338-0289 with questions.

DIGITAL TABLETS FOR RENT

Rent a digital tablet for just $1 per day. Your first rental (up to 7 days) will be FREE. The tablets are equipped with unlimited data, which will allow for internet access, video calls, virtual classes, social media and much more. You may request to borrow a tablet by calling Cari Ervin, Community Life Manager, at 303-514-0264.

ANNIVERSARY RECEPTION FOR BILL WALSH

Join us for a resident reception on Tuesday, August 17, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM to honor Facilities Manager Bill Walsh’s 40th anniversary at Windsor Gardens. This is an open house event with entertainment by the Royal Street Ramblers, featuring a harmonica solo by the guest of honor. Refreshments will be served.

WELCOME TO OUR NEW NEIGHBORS

ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE CONSIDERS RESIDENT SUGGESTIONS

The Activities Committee meets quarterly to discuss previous and upcoming events and activities and to evaluate new ideas or resident suggestions. Sometimes, recurring topics arise at association committee meetings because new residents have moved in who are not aware of previous decisions around these topics, or perhaps circumstances have changed in order to make an old idea feasible. To be more specific, in last month’s meeting we revisited a few topics that have been discussed in the past: club use of the class sewing machines and installing a basketball court and dog park. The sewing machine use by clubs was reconsidered after a new request was made to the Activities Committee. This is an example of an old idea being revisited based on circumstances and feasibility. The sewing machines were previously reserved for class use only, but the machines are no longer in regular use. It is now practical to reconsider and implement procedures for WG sewing clubs to access the machines. As for the requests to explore the possibility of a basketball court and dog park, also previously considered, the board of directors has again decided not to pursue these requests due to liability concerns, space limitations/ availability and the lack of budget to support these projects.

If you are interested in reviewing recent discussions in committee meetings, the meeting minutes are published on the WG website, or residents are welcome to attend committee meetings. The meeting schedule is posted on the website and in Windsor Life each month.

New Residents Orientation Schedule

All residents who recently moved in or who moved to WG during the pandemic are welcome.

The WG administration office will be holding five new resident orientation meetings in August. One by Zoom and four in-person.

Zoom Orientation

Tuesday, August 17, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Join by computer:

Go online to www.zoom.com. Click “Join a meeting”.

Enter the meeting ID: 885 1494 9426 and passcode: 965605

Join by phone:

1. Call 669-900-9128.

2. You will be prompted to enter the Meeting ID: 885 1494 9426 #

3. You will be prompted to enter a Participant ID, but none is assigned, so just hit #

4. You will be prompted to enter the Password: 965605 #

5. You will then be put on hold for the host to allow you to join the meeting.

In-Person Orientations

Thursday, August 5, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Thursday, August 5, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Thursday, August 19, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Thursday, August 19, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m

Where: Administrative Office, 595 S. Clinton St, Denver, CO 80247

For in-person orientations, please contact Karen Arellano at 720-862-1512 or karellano@wgamail.com for availability and to set- up an appointment.

WG Walkability Survey

SURVEY CONSIDERING WALKABILITY ISSUES AT WINDSOR GARDENS

The Community Life Committee is considering approaches to improve safety of residents on streets and walkways within Windsor Gardens. This survey is intended to gauge interest among our owners and residents for such measures.

Please tell us your Building Number: _____ (This will help us determine where issues are most prevalent) Questions Regarding Crosswalks

Currently, crosswalks are placed at street intersections within Windsor Gardens, which leaves them separated by distances up to 8/10ths of a mile. (Note: Determination of where crosswalks are placed, if any, is the responsibility of the City of Denver)

1. Why do you walk across the street within Windsor Gardens? (select all that apply)

__to access the Community Center or Golf Course

__ to access a bus stop

__ to access the High Line Canal

__ to access the Windsor West nature walk and gardening area

__my assigned parking space is across the street

__other:___________________

2. What street do you walk across the most often? (select one)

__S. Clinton St. __S. Alton Way __E. Center Ave.

3. Do you find it difficult to cross the street from your building? (select one)

__Yes __No

4. If yes, what are the most challenging elements: (select all that apply)

__visibility of oncoming traffic __speed of traffic __lack of accessible crosswalks

__my personal mobility __motorists don’t seem aware of me

5, Do you prefer to cross the street at a crosswalk?

__Yes __No

6. If no, why not? (select one)

__Crosswalks are too far out of the way __Crosswalks are unnecessary

__Other:___________

7. How far would you be willing to walk out of the way to use a crosswalk? (select one)

__less than 50 steps __50 steps __100 steps __ 200 or more steps

Questions Regarding Speed Limits

Currently, the speed limit within Windsor Gardens is 25 mph. (Note: Speed limits are set and enforced by the City of Denver, not the Windsor Gardens Association.)

8. Do you feel safe with the current 25mph speed limit within Windsor Gardens?

__Yes __No

9. If not, what speed limit would you feel safer with?

__20mph __15mph

10. What actions, if any, should the Association take with the City of Denver? (Select all that apply)

__The Association should request additional crosswalks from the City to be strategically placed within Windsor Gardens.

__The Association should request the City to reduce speed limits.

__The Association should request the City to place traffic signs reminding drivers to “Yield to Pedestrians.”

__No action necessary; leave as-is.

__Other:__________________________

Question Regarding Signage

11. Do you support a community-wide initiative of friendly signage strategically placed throughout Windsor Gardens? This will feature a theme, “We are on the go at Windsor Gardens- Please watch for each other” to promote all aspects of pedestrian, bicycle, and driver awareness.

__Yes __No

We appreciate your participation and input. Please complete and return this survey to the Administration Office in-person or by inserting it into the white HOA dropbox in the auditorium parking lot. Additional survey sheets can be picked up from the Fitness Center Lobby. Surveys should be returned no later than Friday, September 10.

Let’s Talk about Ants and Trash

FLYING ANTS

This past month brought quite a few calls about flying ants. It seems that there is some misunderstanding about their physiology. In simple terms, flying ants and crawling ants are from the same colony and are brothers and sisters. Ants have a very organized system and at birth they are assigned a trade or specific task. Some are hunter gatherers, some are security, and some never leave the nest and tend to the eggs. The queen ant is the center of attention. She is fed by the workers, and her brood is taken care of by the “nursing staff”.

Maintenance Matters

Bill Walsh, Facilities Manager

The flying ants should be vacuumed up and disposed of – it’s too late in their life cycle for poison of any type to be effective. Instead, we need to eliminate the queen and colony where they emerged from. This is done by setting out bait stations (that are available in the association’s main office). These bait stations provide a low toxicity poison that is brought to the queen by the workers. After she ingests several doses, she is eliminated and therefore the colony dies out. This process can take a week or sometimes longer.

A queen can live for as long as 15 years and will pump out about 800 eggs per day. Typically, in the spring she will produce a small batch of ants that have wings. These winged ants are much like a dandelion when it seeds out, spreading its seeds to make new plants. Similarly, the winged ants fly out to try and establish new colonies. The few that are fortunate enough to make it to a suitable location will lay about 10 eggs and nurture the eggs themselves. When those eggs develop into ants, they will in turn begin to feed the queen so she can ramp up her production of eggs. She will actually remove her wings and make a food source out of them to help her stay nourished in the beginning. The worker ants that go out and look for food will lay down a scent trail that leads the other workers to the cache once they find a food source. This food is brought back to the colony to nourish the queen and her personal staff.

If you think about the sheer scale of an ant colony, you can realize the ineffectiveness of spraying Raid or Black Flag on some ants in the kitchen. It may kill 25 to 30 ants, but meanwhile back in the colony the queen just produced 25 times that amount in new babies. Controlling ants or flying ants is an involved process. It’s not a situation that can be solved overnight. If we use the bait stations properly, we will eliminate the flyers before they hatch.

TRASH GOO

Another issue I’m seeing more frequently is messes in our trash rooms. I am seeing what looks like someone throwing soup down the trash chutes – this goo is on the walls and ceilings of several trash rooms. The cause is trash that is not properly bagged being thrown into the chute with no regard as to the damage that is being caused. Please, please do not throw any trash into the chutes or dumpsters that is not bagged.

Until next month, let’s give those Aunts some respect.

Maintenance & Grounds Updates

From Rebecca Zazueta, General Manager

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

‚ New carbon monoxide detectors were installed in underground garage 25.

‚ Air filters in all air handling units have been replaced.

PAINT DEPARTMENT

‚ Hallway painting project: Building 58 is complete. Buildings 84 and 78 are complete except for the base. Buildings 24, 47, 62 and 68 are complete, including doors.

‚ Unit door painting is complete in Buildings 24, 47, 62, 68, 78, 80 and 84.

HALLWAY RE-DECORATING PROJECT / CARPET REPLACEMENT

‚ Buildings 58 and 78 carpet and base have been installed.

‚ Building 84 carpet installed and base is in progress.

‚ Building 80 is complete.

‚ Building 24 is in progress.

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

‚ Underground Garage Project: Work in phase 3A continues with 13 post-tension repairs so far. The estimate for phase 4A in Block 25 was submitted to the underground garage committee and was approved by the board. Trenching and waterproofing will be completed in phases 2A, 2B and 3A in September. When the crew moves into phase 4A, two crab apple trees will need to be removed and the traffic pattern on the ramp and parking lot 25 will be impacted. Project details will be shared with buildings impacted by the project. Phase 4A is expected to go into the winter months.

‚ Boiler Replacement: Boiler replacements for Buildings 50, 39 and 57 are complete. Building 27 was started on July 19. One community center boiler is on the list for replacement.

‚ Roof Replacement: A contract has been issued to begin the roof replacement on Building 2. The work is not scheduled to begin until September.

‚ Curb Stops: Building 10 is complete (fire and domestic has one shut off). Buildings 14 and 18 were attempted with no success. The pipe was not found after extensive excavation in front of Building 14.

‚ Due Diligence Projects: Technology, software (maintenance radio replacement), website, 5G / wifi solutions, TV antenna, weather station (lightning detection). Foretel Solutions will prepare a scope of work for both PowerNet and Verizon to complete a one-day on-site survey of the community to include a basic mockup of the proposed network they recommend for the community with an emphasis on business solutions and a rough estimate of project expenses. The Long-Range Planning and Innovation Committee made a motion to approve expenses up to $10K to complete this scope of work. The board approved this motion on July 23, 2021.

‚ Fitness Equipment Replacement: New fitness equipment is anticipated to arrive on Thursday, August 5, and includes a treadmill, SciFit, arm tricep extension, arm curl, overhead press and chest press machines. The fitness center will be closed from 9 a.m. to noon for this delivery.

‚ Annual Landscape Replacements: The first planting started in May with seven trees. The focus in June was to keep the 47K annual flowers that were newly planted alive during the extreme heat. Landscape replacements will resume in September.

Window Cleaning Schedule 2021

Sonlight Window Cleaning Inc./King Kong Building Services, Inc. will wash the outside bedroom windows of the buildings again this year. This window cleaning schedule is subject to change due to inclement weather. If a day is lost due to inclement weather, advance the schedule by the working days lost (do not include weekend days).

DAY DATE BUILDINGS

Monday September 27 68,78,80,82,84

Tuesday September 28 58,60,62,64,66

Wednesday September 29 55,57,61,63,65

Thursday September 30 50,52,53,54,56

Friday October 1 40,42,44,46,48

Monday October 4 36,45,47,49,51

Tuesday October 5 37,38,39,41,43

Wednesday October 6 26,28,30,32,34

Thursday October 7 12,14,18,20,27

Friday October 8 4,6,10,70,72,74,76

Monday October 11 3,5,7,9,11,17,19,23,29

Tuesday October 12 1,2,8,13,15,16,21,22,24,25,59

SCREEN REMOVAL: Please remove bedroom window screens one day prior to the scheduled day or the night before the scheduled day. Windows that have screens on them will not be washed

MAINTENANCE & GROUNDS UPDATES

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‚ Chair Order for Community Center and Auditorium: Chairs are being manufactured with an anticipated delivery date in September.

‚ UGG 26 heating unit: Project is underway.

‚ Re-piping Building 6: Project is underway.

GROUNDS

‚ Weed control around buildings, mulch beds and tree drip pans

‚ Tree trimming and removals done when possible

‚ Dump maintenance

‚ Repairs made to bridge and cart #2

‚ Turf grooming / sidewalk edging

‚ Continuing to train two new employees in irrigation maintenance and repairs

‚ Trimming around Building 37 for painting

‚ Japanese beetles invasion is back

‚ Hand watering new trees

‚ Trying to beat the heat!

If you are not able to remove the screens, you must sign up on the sheet provided in the building’s laundry room by 8 a.m. three days before window washing in your building. Please do not remove the sign-up sheet from the laundry room. Our maintenance staff will come and pick up the sheet from the laundry room. They will remove your screens on the designated day if you have signed up for screen removal. Please remember that this service is for those who are not physically capable of removing their screens Please do not call the association office for screen removals in buildings. You must use the sign-up sheet in the laundry room if you wish to have your screens removed. If you live in the townhomes, you will need to call the office three days prior to your window cleaning to schedule your screen removal.

Screens will be removed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. one day prior to the scheduled window washing or the Friday before if the washing is scheduled for Monday. You must be home for screen removal. The maintenance staff will not be able to return to your unit if you are not home.Screens will be reinstalled the following day between 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. If you are not home during that time, the maintenance staff will not put the screens back in for you. You will have to make other arrangements to have the screens reinstalled.

ANNUAL WINDSOR GARDENS CLASSES, CLUBS

CLASS EXPO

Our class instructors will be in CENTERPOINT to talk about their classes with supply lists if applicable. Many of our instructors will be doing demonstrations. Stop by and get acquainted before classes begin.

CLUBS & GROUPS EXPO

Members of various clubs and groups will be in AUDITORIUM on the same day; allowing you to “see it all” in one day. Join us for a look at the many clubs and groups that are at home at Windsor Gardens.

From

Down to Earth

Dana Cusack, Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

The Japanese Beetles Have Returned to the Gardens

Japanese beetles are an invasive pest that was introduced into the eastern United States over 100 years ago. Since the early 1900s, the insect has made its way West, moving long distances in nursery stock (root balls of trees, shrubs and turfgrass plants) sold in trade, and able to travel one to five miles per year on their own from plant to plant.

The Japanese beetle was first introduced to Colorado in the early 1990s from nursery stock purchased in the mid- western United States. Scientists and everyone else were caught off guard by the ability of these insects to establish itself in our region, thinking that the beetles, an insect that likes moisture and humidity, would never become a problem in the semi-arid climate of

Colorado. However, our urban landscape areas are a perfect oasis of green, irrigated plant material that they love and are thriving in.

Our strategy has been to try get them in their larval stage, we have made two applications of milky spore to the golf course and common turf areas. Milky spore is a natural occurring substance in soils, that just happens to kill feeding Japanese beetle larva. We plan to apply more this fall and again next spring. When the spores are ingested, the grub dies and while decomposing it breaks down into billions of more spores. Hopefully in time we can saturate our soils with enough spores to cut into the numbers we are seeing now.

WG-Provided Dog Waste Bags are Intended as Backups

Some years ago, the WG board voted to put six dog waste stations around the community. The idea at the time was to aide pet owners with cleaning up after their pets. The bags were meant to be used in case of an “accident” or if you had already used the bag you brought with you and your pet had to go again. This plan to help pet owners cleanup after their pets grew to what it is today, which is 12 doggy pens with trash cans in them, 13 doggy stations with the biodegradable dog waste bags, and 19 RTD bus stop trash cans that we empty every Thursday. This adds up to over sixty trash bags a week or 3,120 a year.

We put out approximately 2,500 to 3,000 biodegradable dog waste bags every week and that adds up to 156,000 bags a year. If used properly 3,000 bags should last a month or so, but there are occasions when they are gone in only a few days.

So, what does it mean to use these bags properly? As I mentioned, the original intention was to help pet owners who forgot to bring a bag with them or for situations when they may need an extra bag. This

means that pet owners should supply and use their own bags and only use the association’s bags on special occasions. Residents can buy dog waste bags at many local stores, and they are also available online.

Disposing the bag properly is just as important as cleaning up the mess. If the waste can is full nearby, please consider taking a longer walk to the next receptacle. Even if your pet refuses to enter a dog pen, you can still use the trash cans that are in them. We appreciate your help in not disposing the bags in a full or overflowing receptacle.

Windsor Gardens will continue to be a pet-friendly community, but it would go a long way if some of the pet owners barked less and helped us get back to the original intention of supplying these bags for the community. Let’s wag more and get back to using 3,000 bags over the course of a month instead of within a week. Please bring your own bags and use the association’s bags on special occasions. Thanks!

From Doug Mallon, Golf Pro

If You Aren't Playing Golf, Please Stay Off the Golf Course

For your safety and the safety of others please do not walk on the golf course when not playing golf.

Working on Inventory

The golf shop is still trying to get inventory in stock; it has been a slow process.

Proper ID Needed to Check-in to Course

Residents, please have your ID card or driver’s license with the correct address on it when checking in at the golf shop. Without a proper ID we do not know if you are a resident or not. You’ll need a proper ID to receive the resident rate.

Equipment Use

Which use of equipment is allowed by the Rules to help one play during a round of golf?

A. Use of equipment to measure wind speed

B. Use of equipment to measure the slope of an approach shot

C. Processing or interpreting playing information from the round

D. Use of a powder or moisturizer to help grip the club

Answer on page 35.

What Happens When You Call 911

From Chris Scovil, Director of Community Response

When you call 911 for an emergency, there is a series of questions that a 911 dispatcher is going to ask you, e.g., the nature of the emergency, your location, suspect or injury information, etc. They have an algorithm they follow to dispatch the appropriate agency or agencies for your emergency. During that questioning phase, and depending on your emergency, first responders are being notified and begin to mobilize as you are talking to the dispatcher. Although you may feel there is a delay, they are indeed sending help your way.

How is Community Response involved? As part of the 911 system notification process, Community Response is notified for emergencies; however, there are occasions when we are not. When we see police, the fire department, or an ambulance on the property without being called, we ask the agency if they need assistance and why they are there. In some circumstances, we call a non-emergency number to inquire as to why we were not notified.

Should I call 911 or Community Response? The quick answer is both. Call 911 first for anything you feel is a threat to life or property, and if you can, call Community Response second. Ideally, we want

the police, fire department or ambulance to be on the way instead of waiting for a Community Response officer to respond and call 911.

Can Community Response call police, fire or an ambulance on their radios? We cannot. We do not have direct communication with responding agencies on our radios. We call 911 from our cell phones just like you would do, so having you call 911 will be quicker.

When should I call 911? Anytime you feel there is an emergency. What is an emergency? Something or someone that is a threat to life and property, e.g., smoke in the hallway or a unit, a medical emergency, criminal activity, or people fighting, are some situations when 911 should be contacted.

When should I not call 911? When you locked yourself out of your unit, you don’t have hot water in your kitchen sink, or your remote control for your television is not working.

What happens if I accidentally call 911? 911 dispatchers refer to that as a “911 hangup,” and a police officer is required to respond and investigate. 911 dispatchers will call Community Response to investigate first to try and keep the police department on patrol, but all 911 hangups are investigated.

Community Response Assists, Checks and Other Activities, June 2021

COP Shop @ WG

The Cop Shop is operated by volunteers who work with the Denver Police Department to assist with citizen complaints, accident reports and various other activities that would normally require a trip to the district station.

The Cop Shop is at WG on the first and third Monday and the first and third Friday of each month from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the CenterPoint Lobby. The August dates are August 9, 13, 23 and 27. You may also contact the Cop Shop at 303-329-0500 or leetsdalecopshop@hotmail.com. Stay safe and be kind to all you meet.

National Night Out on August 3

The Cop Shop invites residents to visit with us at National Night Out on Tuesday, August 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Cook Park. It is an opportunity to visit with members of law enforcement, community organizations and surrounding community neighbors in a casual, social environment. Bring a chair and a picnic and enjoy the summer evening with us.

Dear Cop Shop

Dear Cop Shop:

I was crossing the street in front of my building when a driver honked and made a rude gesture at me. I thought I had the right-of-way. Angry

Dear Angry:

That must have been a frightening moment. Here’s the lowdown on cars and pedestrians. First of all, Colorado law requires vehicles to stop for a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. Were you crossing in the middle of a block or in a marked crosswalk? Did you look both ways before you crossed? Did you make eye contact with the driver

to make sure they saw you? A lot of the newer cars are very quiet, so you can’t rely on sound alone to make sure it’s safe to proceed. As we age, we may move slower and our reaction time can be slower. Make sure you have plenty of time to safely navigate the crossing. It might seem quicker to skip the time it takes to go the corner for a crosswalk or to take the diagonal for corner to corner to cross, but ask your self, “Is it safer”? As much as drivers need to be aware of other cars, motorcycles, scooters, wheelchairs and people on foot, pedestrians need to be aware of their surroundings as well. The next time you are out walking, ask yourself, “Am I a good pedestrian”?

A Note from the District 3 Community Resource Officer

From Mike Borquez, District Three Community Resource Officer Hello Neighbors,

Just a quick note outlining the important role our community members play in keeping our neighborhoods safe. Simply, be aware of your surroundings and promptly report behavior and objects that seems potentially suspicious or out-of-the-ordinary. What is potentially suspicious behavior? You know best what is normal or what may be out of the ordinary as you go about your daily routine. You also know your surroundings, and no one can spot something odd or out of place better than you. I encourage you to trust your instincts and report questionable objects or behavior that could be indicative of crime. What potentially suspicious behavior in a neighborhood might look like:

• Someone looking into multiple vehicles windows/checking door handles.

• Unfamiliar vehicles driving slowly up and down the street.

• Broken windows in homes or vehicles.

• Anyone forcibly entering a car or home.

• Frequent short-term visitors to a home or apartment.

• Door to door solicitors without a peddler's license.

We are told folks often talk about suspicious behavior in their neighborhood, however, many times it's never reported to the police. Also, citizens may see suspicious behavior but are sometimes of the opinion, "The police have better things to do." Or, "It's not my property, so it's not my responsibility." Remember, safety is everyone's responsibility! Please take action and report all suspicious activity to the police immediately. Do Not Hesitate!

Let police dispatch know that you would like the officers to follow up with you by phone or in person. This way you can know the outcome of your call, sign a complaint when applicable, and offer additional assistance to the responding officer if needed. Officers can only issue a ticket if they have a signed complaint by a citizen for crimes that involve disturbing the peace or trespassing.

In calling the police, there exists the potential to stop a crime from happening or apprehending those responsible should a crime occur. As always, thank you for looking out for each other and our community. Mike Borquez can be reached at mike. borguez@denvergov.org.

Donna Sanford Decorated with Honors

From Dennis Knight, WG Board of Directors

Donna Sanford, who hosts regular informational gatherings for residents called “Donuts with Donna,” has been an active part of life at Windsor Gardens since she arrived in 2006. She fields questions and comments from residents at the meetings about all aspects of the association and living at Windsor Gardens.

As co-chair of the Building Representatives Zone Committee, Donna is well regarded for her knowledge of the community. She is also known for her sense of humor and being a good sport. Those qualities were both tested on June 30 when her co-chair, Roni Reynolds, and other members of the committee surprised her with several colorful accessories.

Donna has served Windsor Gardens as a building rep / alternate and committee member for the past ten years, helping to facilitate and improve communications throughout the community. A veteran of Rocky Mountain Public Media for 24 years, Donna served as director of programming until her retirement in 2013. The next Donuts with Donna meeting is on Wednesday, August 25, at 10 a.m. in CenterPoint.

Debbie Jackson Retiring After 29 Years at WG

From Jeanne Lee

Denver native Debbie Jackson is retiring after working at Windsor Gardens for 29 years. She will be moving to Arlington, Texas, to be near family. Debbie has been a standout member of the WG janitorial team, General Cleaning Services (GCS), and is known for her friendly and ready-to-help attitude.

The GCS crew and other staff members joined together for a retirement taco bar luncheon for Debbie in the gazebos on Friday, July 2. Israel Guerrero, owner of GCS, and his employees do a fabulous job of keeping the public areas in WG clean and were responsible for the additional daily cleaning and sanitizing of all our buildings during the COVID-19 shutdown. GCS has been contracting with WG for the past eight years. Our best wishes to Debbie as she retires and enters this new phase of her life. A BIG thank you to her and the rest of Israel’s entire team for their tireless efforts to “keep our house clean” even during the pandemic and for making sure all our rooms are set and reset to accommodate all of the meetings and events here at WG.

Debbie Jackson (right)

Donna Sanford

Kudos to Three Children’s Hospital Colorado WG Chapter Volunteers

Misunderstanding she was about to attend an informal meet-and-greet on a wintery Monday morning, Jeanne Lee walked into the middle of the business meeting for the Windsor Gardens chapter of the Association of Volunteers for Children’s Hospital Colorado. Not a great way to make a good first impression! As she listened to all of the reports, she became intrigued by what a group of seniors were doing on behalf of children! Even though she had adamantly told her son she wouldn’t volunteer and “get involved” for at least six months until she was moved in and acclimated, that meeting changed her perspective on waiting. She also met others who had also figured out this was the place to be.

That was 2012 and so many hours ago. In the mail last month, surprise certificates of appreciation arrived from the volunteer office of Children’s Hospital Colorado for Jeanne and two other WG volunteers: Judy Kessenich and Cindy Wolfe. For Jeanne and Judy, the certificates read in part, “Thank you for your 3,000 hours of service!” And for Cindy, there were words of thanks for 500 hours! WOW! All of these hours were accumulated while creating items for the kids at the hospital as well as being part of the larger group of WG volunteers sponsoring fundraising events for the hospital.

There are several volunteers in the Windsor Gardens chapter with the same desire and passion to serve. They serve as officers, project chairs, bakers, coordinators, and publicity people. They knit, crochet and sew, making hats, quilts, blankets, comfort pillows and even dolls. They spend many hours on these projects, one hour at a time, with a love for providing children and their families a small comfort in very uncomfortable and often tenuous situations.

The WG chapter conducts many fundraising events throughout the year and is most grateful for the continued support of the WG community. The volunteers look forward to meeting with each other, planning new events and greeting those who support those endeavors. It fills their hearts to listen to the reports of how the money raised and donated by the group has benefited children and their families.

For more information about the WG chapter of the Association of Volunteers for Children’s Hospital of Colorado, contact Linda Kumar, chapter president, at 303-253-4201. The chapter meets the 3rd Monday of the month except in July and December.

Independence Day Display

Carol McLauchlan is a caregiver, first pattern maker and animal lover who lent her talents to Building 54's annual July display. Residents were invited to add their names to a replica Declaration of Independence to help celebrate the patriotic season. Well done, Carol 'Betsy Ross' McLauchlan!

Do you know these volunteers? Be sure to congratulate them and thank them for their dedication to the Children’s Hospital Colorado.

Left to Right: Judy Kessenich., Cindy Wolfe and Jeanne Lee.

Carol McLauchlan, Building 54. Photos by Michael Mac

Pet's Corner

From Mike Lopez, WG Board Member, and his cat George Kit Dakota

Hi all. Thanks for the words of encouragement in lifting up our pets at Windsor Gardens. These unsung heroes have made so many lives better. And they do it all with love, patience and so much class. Now let me share our neighbor Susan’s story about what a pet can do.

SEND US YOUR PET STORIES & PHOTOS

Email your pet companion stories to Mike and George at Mike.Lopez@wgamail. com or to Windsor Life at windsorlife@wgamail. com.

When she moved to Windsor Gardens from Pennsylvania, Susan pondered the idea of adopting a new companion, as her cat, Molly, had just passed over the Rainbow Bridge after spending 19 years in her life. While perusing the Denver Dumb Friends League website, Susan spotted a cat with the caption “Cutest Kitten Ever.” She sent the picture to her son, and he replied, “Mom, go get him.” The next morning, Susan was in the car and on her way. Upon her arrival, the clerk put the cutest kitten ever in her arms, and it was instant love.

When Susan introduced the kitten to her neighbor, he rolled around on her feet. Her neighbor said that Susan had surely found a kitten with personality. So, what name would fit him best? Soon it became obvious. In Pennsylvania, Susan had met a wonderful man, Douglas, and they were engaged – but Doug passed before they could marry. Doug’s nickname in high school was Walla. While Susan’s kitten didn’t have Doug’s auburn hair, he did have the same personality. So much so, that she named him Walla Jr. after this man who was so important to her.

Sometimes Walla Jr. can be trouble, running crazily through Susan's condo “catting around.” Other times he lets her know how much he appreciates her by snuggling for a purring session.

“Lightning can strike twice,” said Susan. “I've been very fortunate to have two Wallas in my life. When I met Doug, he said, ‘Just be my friend.' And he and I were really good friends in every possible way." Now this friendship continues through his namesake – Walla Jr.”

Centenarian Barbara Smith

From Jeanne Lee

Barbara Smith celebrated her 100th birthday on July 16, 2021. Her friends and neighbors held a birthday party for her on July 17. Displaying her wonderful sense of humor, Barbara said, “I can’t comprehend 100 years old…but here I am!”

Barbara was born in Cripple Creek, Colorado. Health problems described as “a leakage of her heart” resulted in a family move to Denver and prevented her from going to school in her early years. She dreamed of school, she so badly wanted to attend and learn. When she was five or six years old, she would even sneak into the school as soon as the doors were open and the stove was fired up for the day, and she would sit there waiting. Each day when the teacher arrived, she would take Barbara back home.

Barbara’s grandmother and uncle raised her, and she was allowed to go the short distance to the library. She would carry a load of books home with her after she took a break to watch the seals in the pond outside the library. There were two or three seals that frolicked in the pond and people would come and have their lunch there and enjoy them when they came to the library.

Barbara's second-story bedroom window was right up next to a telephone pole with large climbing footholds screwed into it. She would climb out the window and up the pole until she was level with the third grade classroom in the school next door. She says she was

a tiny thing and could sit on those footholds. With the classroom windows open, she attended the class as a pole sitter. The other children were entertained by this pole-sitting student; but after many complaints from the teacher and school, the bedroom window was nailed shut. Finally at the age of 10 Barbara was allowed to attend school, entering the fifth grade. When asked how she could move from not going to school to being a fifth grader, she said she learned a lot sitting on that telephone pole, watching and listening to people and reading books. “Books were my thing, they took me places I could not go. And it is amazing what you can learn from folks!”

Barbara's Uncle Charlie owned a grocery store in Leadville and would often grubstake miners. Behind the grocery lived the Tabors. Mr. Tabor left his wife and ultimately married Baby Doe. When Mr. Tabor died, Baby Doe Tabor had no means of support and Uncle Charlie often supplied her with food.

In 1941 Barbara married Bob Smith, and they were married for four days short of 70 years. They had a son Richard who lives in Castle Pines and a daughter Janet who lives in Edgewater. There are five grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

The courtship of Bob and Barbara was not the smoothest. Bob had the first car at West High School and thus was extremely popular with

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Walla Jr.

Artist Stuart Emery

WG Art Club Profile

Windsor Gardens artist Stuart Emery was profiled in last month's Windsor Life, but unfortunately we transposed his first and last names. As an apology, we are featuring him again this month with his piece "Fishing Buddies". This watercolor landscape includes three friends fishing at Stagecoach Lake in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

WG Art Club Open House

Current and prospective art club members are invited to an Open House on Thursday, August 12, anytime between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. in the Art Room located on the second floor above CenterPoint.

You can learn about the club and catch up with fellow members. All are welcome, even if you just want to check out what the club has to offer. Send any questions to marilynkdenver@aol.com.

97th Birthday Party

On June 26, 2021, Building 14 had a party for Bob Gross who has lived at Windsor Gardens for 20 years and was enjoying his 97th birthday.

The event was put on by Windsor Gardens’ own Rudy Grant and building representative Barb Penn. All those who attended enjoyed the music, singing, cake and ice cream. Thanks to everyone who attended and helped Bob have a wonderful 97th birthday.

the car often filled with students headed for the football games. He had a lot of girlfriends, and when he gave Barbara a one-pound box of Valentine chocolates she was ecstatic, until she learned how many other girls got the same gift and that one got a five-pound box. In the end, however, Barbara “got her man” and over the years a lot of chocolates. Now she prefers jellybeans and gummy bears. Both Barbara and Bob played violin and battled constantly to see who would achieve the coveted first chair. They attended Judson’s Memorial Baptist Church in the Lincoln Park neighborhood and were involved in many youth activities.

Following graduation from West, Barbara attended Colorado Women’s College but got married and left school before getting her degree. She said they always planned for her to go back to school but it never happened. Working for Denver Public Schools (DPS) as a substitute manager in the lunchrooms around the district, she substituted in almost every school in Denver for 15 years. Ultimately, she took a job at George Washington High School and had 29 years

"Fishing Buddies"

of service with DPS in the dietitian arena. She enjoyed meeting the various employees and greatly enjoyed the well-mannered children who came through the lines. She said, “They knew how to say ‘Yes, ma’am, and no thank you, ma’am,’ not like what we hear today.”

Bob was in Normandy at the Battle of the Bulge. Because it was so cold and the men’s feet were often wet, they suffered severe frostbite. While he was on medical leave to recover from his injuries, he and Barbara were in a small restaurant in Arkansas having lunch when someone ran in yelling that an armistice had been declared and the war was over. All of the other customers and staff ran cheering into the street. When the couple looked around for a clerk or waitress to pay their bill, the restaurant was empty. Barbara said, “We never did pay for that lunch!”

Barbara and Bob moved to Windsor Gardens 43 years ago. They then bought a motor home to travel because they could call WG security to check on their place until they got home. They traveled to all 50 states, as well as China, Mexico and Europe. Here at WG the couple also enjoyed exercise classes and working on stained glass. Barbara laughed, “There’s stained glass everywhere in this house.” Bob passed on 10 years ago.

When asked to sum up her life, Barbara said with a chuckle, “They lost the mold when they made me. Mine was a different life…but it has been a GOOD LIFE!”

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LOCATED IN CENTERPOINT

303-341-7480

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday and Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Thursday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

AUGUST MENU SPECIALS

Chicken Cordon Bleu

Grilled chicken breast with ham, mozzarella, wild rice pilaf and garlic sauteed broccoli. $14.00

Vegetable Lasagna

Layers of pasta and ricotta cheese, with roasted mushrooms, zucchini, yellow squash and spinach with a tomato cream sauce. $13.00

Spinach Salad

Organic baby spinach with a warm bacon dressing with hard boiled egg and mushrooms $12.00

Chicken Meatballs

Redbird chicken meatballs stuffed with capers, garlic and feta cheese tossed in a garlic olive oil with tomato and basil and spaghetti pasta. $14.00

1/2 OFF ENTREES BUILDING WINNERS

On the designated Thursday from 4 pm to 8 pm any resident who lives in the following buildings can bring up to 3 other friends, family or residents from other buildings for HALF OFF all of your entrees for DINE-IN only. Tax, gratuity and beverages are not included.

Building 82: Thursday August 5, 4-8pm DINE IN ONLY (bring up to 3 guests)

Building 32: Thursday August 19, 4-8pm DINE IN ONLY (bring up to 3 guests)

Building 17: Thursday September 2, 4-8pm DINE IN ONLY (bring up to 3 guests)

Building 50: Thursday September 16, 4-8pm DINE IN ONLY (bring up to 3 guests)

Building 66: Thursday September 30, 4-8pm DINE IN ONLY (bring up to 3 guests)

DINNER AND THEATRE

Birdies has partnered with Cherry Creek Theater and WG Activities for residents to enjoy a choice of steak, seafood or pasta at Birdies and then enjoy a performance of “Tenderly, The Rosemary Clooney Musical” performed by Cherry Creek Theater at the Jewish Community Center (350 S Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80246).

This special discounted weekend offer will be Friday, August 27 (7:30 p.m. showtime), Saturday, August 28 (7:30 p.m. showtime) and Sunday, August 29 (2:00 p.m. showtime). Dinner and show combo tickets are $40 per person (beverages, gratuity and transportation not included). Tickets can be purchased at the Activities Desk. This will be an awesome night out.

Outdoor Pool

OUTDOOR POOL END-OF-SEASON : The outdoor pool will be open through the Labor Day holiday and may be extended, weather permitting. Once the pool closes, the entire outdoor pool area will be closed for the season.

Outdoor Pool Hours: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily (closures for cleaning apply) for residents and their guests ages 17 and older who have signed an extended pool release form. This form can be found outside of the Activities Office near the pool’s key card entrance and on the “Community Pools” page of the Windsor Gardens website.

Closed for Cleaning & Mowing: The outdoor pool area is closed from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Monday through Friday, for cleaning, maintenance and mowing.

Use by Residents and their Guests: Pool use is available for WG residents and no more than four guests, all 17 and older. No child swim is permitted at this time. All residents should be prepared to show their WG identification card, if asked, and sign a logbook as they enter the pool area. Guests will be required to sign the logbook under the resident sponsor’s name and pay $1 for pool access.

Enter pool through the community center main entrance or the side door by the

gazebos. Both require access with a WG resident activity key card.

Rules: A full list of outdoor pool rules and regulations can be found on the Windsor Gardens website or outside of the Activities Office near the pool’s key card entrance.

NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY, SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK

The pool area may be closed by Windsor Gardens staff at any time due to unfavorable or unsafe conditions.

Indoor Pool, Therapy Pool and Saunas

The indoor pool area is open most days from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. for residents who have signed an extended pool release form, except for when closed for cleaning and routine maintenance on Mondays from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. and all-day Thursdays (closure

begins Wednesdays at 4 p.m. to re-open Fridays at 6 a.m.). Indoor pool schedules are available outside of the Activities Office and at the association website. Open swim and therapy pool use will not be permitted during water aerobic classes from

WG Library is Open

10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and Monday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The pool area may be closed by Windsor Gardens staff at any time due to any unfavorable or unsafe conditions.

Library Hours

Library is open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily including holidays. Volunteers are on duty for checkout of new books: Monday through Friday,12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., excluding holidays.

Volunteer Lead Librarian Wanted

We are looking for a volunteer Librarian to oversee the WG Library. As a lead librarian, you will need to have working knowledge of a computer, be available and on-site approximately 8 to 12 hours per week, be

organized and a good communicator. In this position, you will help patrons to check books in and out, keep a catalogue of library inventory, stock library items and work with other volunteer librarians. Please contact the Activities Office at 720-862-1534 for further information or to leave your name and number.

Library Volunteers Wanted

We are looking for volunteers who love books to come work in our community library.

Shifts are Monday through Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., except major holidays. Our volunteers are committed and enjoy seeing and helping everyone who comes into the library. They are on staff to check out and check in new books, audio books and DVDs. The job would involve checking out books, helping patrons and returning books to shelves. We would love to have you join us. If you are interested, please call 303-9458631 or 303-366-2690.

Denver Public Library Programs for 50+

The Denver Public Library is open and engaging with the community once again. They are looking forward to seeing you. Check out all of their programs for folks age 50 plus, including:

• Virtual Memory Cafe - 1st Tuesday of the month on Zoom at 1:30 p.m.

• In-Person Memory Cafe - 2nd Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at Schlessman.

• Memory Cafe Walks! - 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. at Crestmoor Park.

• In-Person Qi Gong in the Park - 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Woodbury Branch Library.

• Lotería Mexicana on Zoom - 1st Wednesday of the month at 5 p.m.

• Bingo on Zoom - 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at 4 p.m.

• Mindfulness and Meditation on Zoomevery Friday at 10 a.m.

For more information, go to denverlibrary. org/olderadults. You can register for Zoom classes there too. No need to register for the in-person programs – you can just show up! Questions? adelpo@denverlibrary.org

The Denver Public Library bookmobile service will be at Windsor Gardens on Friday, August 13 and 27, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call 720-865-1112 with any questions.

DPL Bookmobile at WG

 SHREDDING EVENT: Saturday, August 14, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM PARKING LOT. Data Destruction will bring on-site shredding trucks to securely shred your confidential documents. Limit of 3 paper boxes or bags per person. This event is sponsored by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Innovative Real Estate, Cheri Thompson and PJ Magin. Call 720-338-0289 with questions.

 ARGENTINA’S GAUCHOS PRESENTATION by KATHLEEN ARNOLD: Wednesday, August 18, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., in CENTERPOINT The National Western Stock Show attracts cowboys from all over the world. Whether you are a gaucho from Argentina, a vaquero from Mexico, or a cowboy from Texas, cowboys all have the same deep historic roots. This event is sponsored by Cherry Creek Retirement Village. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.

 ACTIVE MINDS – INDIA IN CRISIS: In person, Thursday, August 19, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. The COVID crisis began setting tragic mortality records in India this past spring, and the situation is likely to get worse before it gets better. Join Active Minds as we explore the current crisis in India as well as the political and historical backdrop against which it is set. Additionally, tensions with China have sparked border skirmishes that reflect a challenging regional dynamic between the two largest countries in the world. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.

 TRIVIA FUN DAY: Friday, August 20, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Always the third Friday of the month. Live trivia is back! Now you can be part of a team and compete to win bragging rights! You do not have to know it all, you just must want to have fun, and possibly learn a thing or two! Form a team or join a team. Light refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome. Sponsored by Pristine Care at Home.

 GARDEN CLUB OPEN HOUSES: Garden Club will be having an Open House at each of the gardens this year. EAST SIDE Open House will be Saturday, August 21, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. WEST SIDE Open House will be Saturday, August 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. All Windsor Gardens residents and friends are invited to come and visit with the gardeners and see what they are growing this year. Cold water will be provided (no other refreshments).

 DONUTS WITH DONNA: Wednesday, August 25, 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. Join WG Building Rep Committee Co-Chair Donna Sanford for a community meeting. Bring your coffee cup and questions, we will provide the coffee and donuts. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.

 ANNUAL WG CLASSES, CLUBS & GROUPS EXPO: Thursday August 26, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Join us for the Classes, Clubs and Groups Expos – both on the same day. Light refreshments will be served.

CLASS EXPO: Our class instructors will be in CENTERPOINT to talk about their classes with supply lists if applicable. Many of our instructors will be doing demonstrations. Stop by and get acquainted before classes begin.

CLUBS & GROUPS EXPO: Members of various clubs and groups will be in AUDITORIUM on the same day; allowing you to “see it all” in one day. Join us for a look at the many clubs and groups that are at home at Windsor Gardens.

 DINNER & SHOW with BIRDIES and the CHERRY CREEK THEATRE: Cherry Creek Theatre has partnered with Birdies Restaurant to provide you with an enjoyable theatrical performance and a meal. Dinner at Birdies will be followed by the show at the Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center. We are excited to announce the Cherry Creek Theatre production of “Tenderly, the Rosemary Clooney Story.” Told through her

WG FARMERS MARKET WITH FRUIT SHAK ON FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS

Fruit Shak is at WG on Fridays and Saturdays in the Auditorium parking lot from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or until they sell out. Various fruits, vegetables, breads and jams will be for sale. Cash and credit cards accepted, sorry no checks.

signature songs, this charming two-person musical takes you beyond the limelight of Miss Clooney’s public persona with an intimate look at her personal life from her Appalachian roots to Hollywood stardom. Ticket Price: $40 per ticket includes admittance to show and a set menu option. All performances have limited seating. Tickets for dinner and show can be purchased at the ACTIVITIES DESK starting Monday, August 2. Please note, transportation to this event is not provided.

Show Dates and Times:

Friday, August 27, at 7:30 p.m. (Dinner @ Birdies 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., arrive at theater by 7 p.m.)

Saturday, August 28, at 7:30 p.m. (Dinner @ Birdies 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., arrive at theater by 7 p.m.)

Sunday, August 29, at 2:00 p.m. Matinee (Lunch @ Birdies 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., arrive at theater by 1:30 p.m.)

Set Menu Options

Steak and Mushrooms with Potato and Veggies

Atlantic Salmon with Rice and Veggies

Chicken Parmesan and Pasta

Theatre Address

Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center 350 S Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80246

 ACROSS AMERICA – ELLIS ISLAND, NY, TO DENVER, CO, PRESENTATION by CHRIS WELLS: Monday, August 30, at 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. We start our 1800mile road trip across America with a visit to Ellis Island – complete with some history of what it was like for early immigrants. We stop in New York City, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Hershey, Gettysburg, Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Detroit, South Bend, Indianapolis, Chicago, Dyersville and

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Kearney before getting home to Denver. It is a trip you will enjoy and likely visit places you have never been to. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.

 CRAFT FAIR SELLER APPLICATIONS:

Seller applications for the Annual WG Craft Fair will be available beginning Friday, September 3 at the ACTIVITIES DESK. The Craft Fair will take place on Friday, November 19, and Saturday,

November 20. Registration will take place in CENTERPOINT EAST on Thursday, September 23, at 9 a.m. Table assignments will be chosen on a first-come, first-serve basis. Cost is $25 for a single table and $50 for a double table.

D A N C E S M O V I E S

 2ND FRIDAY NIGHT BALLROOM DANCE will resume on September 10 with music entertainment by Tom Yook from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Cost at the door: $5 per resident; $8 for non-residents.

Join us for two free movie showings this month! Showings will be in the AUDITORIUM. No ticket purchases, reservations or check-in required for the showings this month. No refreshments available at this time.

Movie Tech Volunteers Wanted! We are signing up and training movie technicians. The role of movie tech may seem daunting at first, but no worries, Bob Hamblin will train you on everything you need to know! Currently, this position is for once-a-month on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. If you have any interest, please contact Bob at blhamblin2@gmail.com.

 FIRST MAN : Thursday, August 12, 3 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Hoping to reach the moon by the end of the decade, NASA plans a series of extremely dangerous, unprecedented missions in the early 1960s. Engineer Neil Armstrong joins the space program, spending years in training and risking his life during test flights. On July 16,

1969, the nation and world watch in wonder as Armstrong and fellow astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins embark on the historic Apollo 11 spaceflight. Rating: PG13. Runtime: 2 hours 21 minutes.

 DOLITTLE: Tuesday, August 24, 3 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM Dr. John Dolittle lives in solitude behind the high walls of his

C L A S S E S

Indoor Fitness Classes at WG

 LINE DANCE: Mondays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.

 LINE DANCE, INTERMEDIATE: Mondays from 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM

 LOW IMPACT AEROBICS: Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM.

 LOW IMPACT CHAIR EXERCISE meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM.

Fitness Center Instruction

Work with instructor Kathy Zimmer in the Fitness Center. Just drop by when she is there.

FREE for residents.

This month Kathy will be here on Monday, August 16, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

 PILATES: Mondays from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.

 TAI CHI: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.

 WATER AEROBICS: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and an evening class on Mondays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the INDOOR POOL.

lush manor in 19th-century England. His only companionship comes from an array of exotic animals that he speaks to daily. But when young Queen Victoria becomes gravely ill, the eccentric doctor and his furry friends embark on an epic adventure to a mythical island to find the cure. Rating: PG. Runtime: 1 hour 40 minutes.

 WEIGHTS: Mondays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.

 YOGA: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM.

 ZUMBA: Fridays from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.

ANNUAL WG CLASSES, CLUBS & GROUPS EXPOS

THURSDAY, AUGUST 26, FROM 1 P.M. TO 3 P.M.

Join us for the Classes, Clubs and Groups Expos – both on the same day. Light refreshments will be served.

CLASS EXPO: Our class instructors will be in CENTERPOINT to talk about their classes with supply lists if applicable. Many of our instructors will be doing demonstrations. Stop by and get acquainted before classes begin.

CLUBS & GROUPS EXPO: Members of various clubs and groups will be in AUDITORIUM on the same day; allowing you to “see it all” in one day. Join us for a look at the many clubs and groups that are at home at Windsor Gardens.

 BID WHIST: Join us to play a fun game of Bid Whist on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Call Ron for information 720363-1076.

 CHESS: Interested in forming a chess club? New chess players would like to start a group to play chess once a week, at all levels. If you are interested or know anyone who is, please contact Catherine Elliott at 720-9490917. We look forward to hearing from you and meeting new chess enthusiasts.

 COMMUNITY GAME NIGHT: We love to play games, do you? Join us the 2nd Friday of every month in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bring your favorite game or try a new one such as Farkle, Sequence, Phase 10, Pigmania, Hoopla, Yahtzee, Poke-no or Taboo!

 MAHJONG: Mondays and Fridays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Contact Claire at 303-739-0581 for further information.

 LADIES PINOCHLE played on Thursdays at 6:15 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM.

C LU B S & G R O U P S

For information call Beverly Horn at 303364-8704.

 RUMMIKUB is played on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. It is a tile-based game for two to four players, combining elements of the card game rummy and dominoes. Join us, we are a lively, funfilled group. Get a foursome together or come and join other single players. For more information call Jeanne at 303-885-3216.

ROOM RESERVATIONS FOR COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITIES: Room reservations for use of community center facilities are available. Please contact Ellie or Renee in the Activities Office with questions or to request a reservation.

 ART CLUB: Current and prospective art club members are invited to our Open House on Thursday, August 12, anytime between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. in the ART ROOM located on 2nd floor of CenterPoint. You can learn about the club, pay your 2021-2022 dues and catch up with fellow members. All are welcome, even if you just want to check out what the club has to offer. Send any questions to marilynkdenver@aol.com.

 DEMOCRATIC CLUB: Please join us on Tuesday, August 24, at 6:30 p.m. in CENTERPOINT for an in-person meeting. Please plan to attend to hear Carrie Olson, PhD., President of the Denver School Board and Director for Region 3. Dr. Olson has 32 years of applied experience in education from teaching at elementary, middle and high schools. She has received numerous awards and honors for her work in education. Dr. Olson will address what the

responsibilities of public school boards are, efforts being made to engage and enrich the school experience and plans for our schools in the future. She will address how family members and volunteers can partner with educators for the benefit of children’s educational experience.

We will also have a presentation by Nicky Yollick, candidate for At-Large Director for the DPS Board. Mr. Yollick wrote a resolution for the Denver Democratic Party’s platform to reverse the privatization of public education and supporting student equity and educator support. He joined a coalition of community leaders who achieved overwhelming support for the resolution. Nicky has founded several organizations to support neighborhood schools and student equity at DPS. He will address his work in support of public schools and his candidacy for at-large election to the DPS Board.

In addition, we will be taking nominations from the floor for open officer positions, president and vice president – the election of these officers may be held this evening. Eligible voters in the election are current members, including new members. New members are welcome to contact Sallyanne Ofner at 720-472-4632 or at wgdemclub@ gmail.com.

 DRUM CIRCLE continues to meet at CENTERPOINT EAST the first Thursday of the month at 2:30 p.m. Residents must bring your own drum and sit in an assigned seat during this one-hour drumming event. The monthly indoor gathering is designed to accommodate requests for guidance for beginners or those wishing to improve their drumming skills. Weather permitting, the Sunday drumming group continues to meet

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at the rear of parking lot 14 near the entrance to the High Line Canal at 3 p.m. Parking is available near the area. Please bring your chair or blanket along with your drum for this outdoor event. For more information contact Bruce at 312-402-0164.

 FUN FRIDAY GOLF CLUB: Our 2021 season is humming along! We are so excited that membership has almost tripled since the end of a challenging 2020. Doug held two clinics for the group, and both were sold out. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed them. Doug is a great instructor, and everyone came away with some new skills.

Watch for an information sheet at the pro shop explaining the way the club works and detailing the few rules that we do follow. Rules are mostly about: Golf etiquette and being mindful of the other golfers on the course, and the need to complete the course in a timely manner (90 minutes) so as not to back up the players coming behind you.

If you have questions about the club, the staff in the pro shop can answer most of them and the information sheet should cover the rest. Come join us and have FUN!!

 GARDEN CLUB will be having an Open House at each of the gardens this year. EAST SIDE Open House will be Saturday, August 21, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. WEST SIDE Open House will be Saturday, August 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

All Windsor Gardens residents and friends are invited to come and visit with gardeners and see what they are growing this year. We will provide cold water but no other refreshments. All residents who are on the wait list for a garden in 2022 are also invited to come.

We are also planning a social gathering for Garden Club members in September. More details to follow.

If you have questions about the Windsor Community Garden Club or would like to

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be added to the wait list, please contact the WCGC Board of Directors at boardwcgc@ gmail.com.

 OPTIMIST CLUB meets monthly in Birdies at 11:30 a.m. every third Wednesday. August 18 will feature speaker Kelly Tobin from the Gathering Place. Reserve your place and entrée selection by calling Carol, 303-363-4113, or Sharon, 720-532-1470. Contact them for membership information also! Everyone is welcome to become a member!

 PRIDE WINDSOR GARDENS: We are an LGBTQ+ group and our allies that meet here at WG once a month as well as having meetups at least once a week at other places. If you would like to be added to our email list or would like more information, contact Dawn at Drsvamp2@aol.com or call/text 720-9371007.

Join us this month on Friday, August 13, at 6 p.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST for a potluck. August (1959) is when Hawaii became a state. What better way to celebrate than with a Hawaiian theme for our potluck! Search those recipe books for a simple Hawaiian (or other tropical) inspired dish and bring it along to share. Plates, cutlery and water will be provided. You bring the food, energy and joy! Aloha!

 QUILTS OF VALOR: Our WG Quilts of Valor (QOV) group is excited to be able to gather again to sew and are very grateful to have such a wonderful sewing space to create our quilts. QOV is a nationwide organization with groups in all 50 states, nine groups in Colorado and a 14-member group at WG. QOV’s mission is to cover service members and living veterans with comforting and healing quilts.

The WG group collaborates on the quilts; one person may sew the top pieces together, another does the long arming, and another does the binding. We sew together once a

F A I T H G R O U P S @ WG

 CATHOLIC MASS, FIRST FRIDAY: Father Freeman is returning to celebrate the First Friday Mass with us on Friday, August 6, at 9:30 a.m. at CENTERPOINT EAST. All are welcome to join us.

 CATHOLIC MASS, SUNDAY: Catholic Mass is held on Sundays in CENTERPOINT at 2 p.m. Masks are encouraged but not required. Catholic Scripture Study on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. in the ALLPURPOSE ROOM.

 WINDSOR GARDENS CHURCH meets in-person in CENTERPOINT each Sunday. Musical prelude is at 10 a.m. and the worship service is at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Michael continues his summer sermon series: A New Way to Be Human based on the Beatitudes. August 1 - Pure in Heart; August 8 - Peace; August 15 - Grace; August 22 - Persecution; and August 29 - Blessed Company. Check out the Windsor Gardens Church Facebook page.

month and then we work on them at home. We use 100% quilt quality cotton fabrics and most of them are quilted on a long arm quilting machine. We donate our time and fund our fabrics with our own money and donations. We find it very rewarding to see the veterans as they receive their quilts. Often there are tears in everyone's eyes when the quilts are presented.

If you would like to get more information about the organization or nominate a veteran to receive a quilt, go to the website QOVF. org.

 TIME4TAP: If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to tap dance or you’d like to renew your tap dance skills, Time4Tap is for you. Time4Tap meets on Tuesdays in the AUDITORIUM from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. If you have questions, call or email Julie Whalen at 303-550-5985 or jwhalen97@ comcast.net or just drop in on a Tuesday and make Time4Tap!

 WARM HEARTS WARM BABIES: Would you like to help make blankets and clothing for premature and newborn infants in crisis? All material and yarn will be furnished, or you can use your own stash. Our next monthly meeting is on Thursday, August 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the SEWING ROOM . Limited seating. Contact Barbara at Ilove2sewbarb@gmail.com to get more information on supply pickup and monthly drop off information.

 WINDSORETTES GOLF LEAGUE: Windsorettes Ladies Golf League is underway. For more details and to enroll in the league, contact the league president, Charlotte, 303-341-4628 or the vice president, Kristin, 303-819-0130.

 WINDSOR WALKERS: Every Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Walk to music at your own pace.

ALL TIME CLOCK REPAIR

6405 E. Colfax (Just west of Monaco) 303-333-8778

Ä Clock Repair is the only thing we do (No Sales).

Ä Same location since 1974.

Ä Dependable service on most types of clocks.

Ä Specializing in Antique Clocks.

Ä Free Estimates in Shop - Fair Prices.

Ä Service center for Seth Thomas, Howard Miller and Sligh.

Ä We make house calls.

Hours: Tuesday thru Friday: 10 to 5

Saturday: 10 to 2

Closed Sunday & Monday

 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Zoom meetings are held for Windsor Gardens every Wednesday evening from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information, please call Sara at 720-544-1157.

 LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP meets on the 3rd Monday of every month in CENTERPOINT EAST at 11 a.m. offering the opportunity to connect with others and learn about: current research, recreation activities,

Please Note: Some paid listings in the below sections are for upcoming informational meetings, workshops, or seminars related to commercial products or services that are conducted by outside individuals or groups not affiliated with Windsor Gardens. Please be aware that the products or services discussed or offered during such meetings are not endorsed, sponsored, or approved by the Board of Directors or management of Windsor Gardens Association, nor is your attendance necessarily encouraged. Residents who attend such meetings are urged to carefully research the product or services that may be offered through these meetings before entering into any agreement or contract to purchase. The Windsor Gardens Association assumes no responsibility other than for the rental of meeting facilities.

 BOOK SIGNING: Join WG resident and life coach/counselor Mike McCafferty for a book signing event. His new book “Win the War with Your Inner Critic,” will be available at the discounted price of $15. The event will take place on Thursday, August 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the CENTERPOINT LOBBY.

 RTD GROCERY TRIPS : The RTD “Shopper Special” bus takes two Thursday trips to King Soopers and Safeway.

Pickups at WG at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The bus stops at main entrance on Clinton St., continues around to E. Center Ave., S. Alton Way, S. Clinton St., and then exits on E. Center Ave.

Bus returns for pickups at King Soopers at 11:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.

Bus returns for pickups at Safeway at 11:20 a.m. and 12:20 p.m.

Bus fare is $1.50. Cash, RTD bus passes, tokens and free ride coupons accepted.

 RTD SHOPPING TRIPS : RTD “Shopper Special” bus on Fridays to Target, Walmart, and Sears at the Town Center at Aurora.

Pickups at WG at 9:40 a.m. The bus stops at the main entrance on Clinton St., continues around to E. Center Ave., S. Alton Way, and S. Clinton St., and then exits on E. Center Ave.

Bus returns for pickups at Target at 11:30 a.m. and at Walmart at 11:45 a.m. Bus fare is $1.50. Cash, RTD bus passes, tokens and free ride coupons accepted.

 ALTERATIONS are back! Mondays from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., in the SEWING ROOM. Bring the shoes you plan to wear with item to

assistive technology, low-vision resources, self-advocacy and independent living skills. Join Melanie Shotwell, Beyond Visions Skills Educator, for this educational opportunity. be altered. All items must be clean.

 JEWELRY SALES & REPAIR: Linda will be in CENTERPOINT LOBBY for jewelry sales and repair on Thursday, August 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Linda also puts magnets on necklaces to make them easier to hook. Cash, check, and credit cards accepted.

 MASSAGE: Therapeutic, Swedish, Deep Tissue massage every Thursday by appointment only in the DENVER ROOM. $55 per hour. Call Zhanna at 720-338-3821 to schedule.

 WATCH REPAIR SERVICE : Battery replacement and minor repairs on the first Friday of each month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY.

 WELLNESS CLINIC WITH VISITING

NURSES: The Visiting Nurses Association

Foot Clinic is at WG on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., in the ASPEN ROOM on the 2nd floor above the auditorium. Check-in no more than 5 minutes prior to your appointment. Reservations required. Please call 303698-6496 to make your

reservation. Whether you are a new or returning patient, the cost for foot care service is $40. Foot care service includes a foot assessment, sensation screening, toenails trimming, calluses/corns filing, medications review and blood pressure check. Fingernail cuts are also available for $15, and if you want a blood pressure check only, it is $5. Kaiser patients can call 303-698-6496 to see if your plan qualifies you for free foot care before

Did you catch these items on the WG Facebook page in July?

Free devices to deter auto and catalytic converter theft.

WG Drama Class skits and a tribute to Nancy Delhay.

Your neighbor Karen Parks distributing reusable grocery bags.

Lowry Speaker Series: Colorado AG Phil Weiser.

Annual Salute to Seniors programs and registration information.

your first visit. If you are a Kaiser member and come without pre-approval, you may be subject to private pay. Please bring your Kaiser ID.

 EAR CLINIC: Bayer's Mobile Ear Clinic is at WG on Mondays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM on the 2nd floor of CenterPoint. The clinic provides hearing tests, hearing aid repairs, batteries and wax management. Reservations are required. Please call 720-937-9919.

Walk for the High Line Canal.

Art journaling for older adults with Denver Public Library.

WG board election videos: testimonials from past and current board members.

New artwork from WG Art Club members is up in the community center.

And, of course, beautiful WG landscape photos. If you’d like to see items like this and more, “like” our WG Facebook page, by visiting: www.facebook. com/WindsorGardensAssociation.

Windsor Writers

Theme: Inheritances

My Heritage by Pete Clark

The first knowledge of my inheritance comes from my pre-school years. We had been somewhere and arrived home after dark. The car was parked in the partially underground garage, and we walked up the hill to the house. On the way, I noticed how the ground, the grass and the small bushes glowed brightly silver. I looked up and saw a glistening full moon projecting its light down onto us and everything around. The awe of discovery was upon me.

My second discovery came close on the heels of the first. We were on our way to visit my mother’s aunt and uncle, on their farm near Torrington, Wyoming. I saw a strange looking bug flying over the weeds along side of a ditch flowing with water. I asked my mother what it was. She told me it was a dragonfly. I have been on the lookout for dragonflies for the last seventy-five years. They are my favorite bug.

Our house in Hartville was across the railroad tracks from a slag dump of the C.F.&I. Sunrise Iron Mine. My brother and I climbed around on that slag heap looking for what we called black diamonds. Now I know that our treasures were pieces of geodes broken open during mining operations. I learned the black crystals are black amethyst and do have value today, but the slag dump has been covered with grass.

When I began third grade, we lived in the Pavillion, Wyoming, school district. I got to ride to school and back home in a brand new sixtypassenger school bus and I could go to the north side of the school building at lunch time. I could stand in the deep shade, look up and see stars twinkling down at me, like they knew something that I did not know, but could learn.

I do not know when I began to appreciate the beauty of sunrises and sunsets. I am sure sunsets came first, as in the early part of my life, I was rarely out of bed in time to even notice a sunrise. With a few clouds and a little haze thrown in, a Wyoming sunset could be beautiful beyond description. Sometimes impeding clouds create an arc of rays of sunlight colored by bits of dust in the atmosphere, kindred to the Japanese flag that was retired in 1945 after Japan’s defeat by Admiral Yamamoto’s sleeping giant. Wyoming’s deep blue skies were nature’s palette at day’s beginning and day’s end.

I have enjoyed my heritage from Gaia, but the once majestic white clouds are now a dismal gray. Almost everything natural is in a state of decay and Gaia is moving to rid herself of the causes of her problems. I sincerely hope that appropriate human action is taken so those not yet born may enjoy the things that have made my life so colorful and delightful.

Growing Up Writing by Kenita Gibbins

My father’s two sisters and his mother plus himself were letter writers. I think my writing gene came from them. When someone zips off an email, it has a short life. Not long ago I sent off 13 post cards. I got 13 phone calls from friends calling to tell me they loved their card. I wonder if the postman reads them also. I think it is fun to actually send out messages written in cursive script. My husband and I wrote letters when he was in the army for six months. We simply couldn’t afford to call long distance everyday. Each night now I read one of George’s letters. I will never throw a part of him away.

Several years ago, I taught Christmas letter writing for an adult class. I told my students, “Do not say, ‘We went to Spain. We had fun.’” My

students ended up reliving their adventures without bragging. One of my students didn’t want to write a Christmas letter. She wanted to write a letter trying to find her father in Africa. We found him.

I plan to send out 75 yearly letters early this year. I don’t want to tell our friends George died in our Merry Christmas card. Most of our friends have received a telephone call. It will be difficult for me to put up the Christmas tree, but that is a must. I’ll ask a neighbor to help me put the tree in the stand. I would really be sad with out decorations. I’ll play holiday music. I’ll remember George’s last words were, “I love you.”

Inherit The Earth by Marilynn Reeves

I feel so lucky to have been born at a time when I simply took clear blue skies for granted. And the night sky that would turn to black velvet. I could look up and see a canopy of stars sparkling like diamonds, shining down from above.

We thought nothing of it when we burned fallen leaves and our household trash in the incinerator behind our shed, out next to the alley. I thought it such fun to see all that debris burst into flames! Never mind the acrid smoke that wafted into the air.

I thought things made of ivory were quite lovely, and never thought about the fact that the ivory my piano keys were made from equaled one dead elephant. Recently I learned that one of the greatest consumptions of ivory (and elephants!) was for manufacturing billiard balls. Billiard balls vs. elephants. Which is more valuable? You decide.

I remember the term ‘recycling’ meant taking our glass pop bottles

back to the candy store, so they could be washed and reused. The clerk gave us 2 cents per bottle, which we spent on more penny candy.

I remember when we used to pick up lost pennies off the sidewalk and thought it was our lucky day.

And I thought nothing of it when the grocery stores switched from paper bags to plastic. Who knew there would one day be islands of plastic bags swirling around out in the middle of the Pacific killing wildlife and destroying coral reefs?

I remember a time before I ever heard the term ‘global warming’ that we were concerned about things like smog and air pollution. California came in first, but Denver wasn’t far behind. But by following certain restrictions, we thought we finally had the problem licked. At least at the time.

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Windsor Writers

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I remember when gigantic glaciers covered an enormous area around the North Pole. When a thriving abundance of polar bears were able to hunt from ice shelves and eat their fill.

The same was true of the trees in the Amazon Basin. The vast forests seemed to go on forever. Now they’re being cut down at an alarming rate, depleting the air of oxygen all creatures rely on in order to breathe and survive.

Back then we used to throw open a window in order to cool off on hot summer days. Now we close them to keep the heat out and rely on air conditioning when temperatures sometimes hover close to 100 degrees.

I remember when wildfires were devastating, but still manageable. When I was young, the world population numbered around five billion. It’s close to double that number today.

I was so lucky to have lived during a time when the Earth I inherited was filled with bright days, fresh air and birdsong. And, although I won’t live long enough to see my great-great grandchildren, I sometimes wonder if there will be any Earth left for them to inherit. Or if they will even be born.

Our Inheritance: Long May it Grow by Dennis Payton Knight

To my son, all who follow, and all who join us in our quest: Being of sound mind and judgment, I do hereby declare, The legacy bequeathed to me, and I in turn have bequeathed to you, Is in currency not counted in dollars or karats, Nor in stocks, real estate or treasury bills. It is meant to be spent, and I have been lavish, yet Because I try never to draw closed the purse, It grows by exponents immeasurable.

I know you are already living and sharing This inheritance I’ve gotten and passed to you. It is our unlimited, unquantifiable, Treasure of an Open Mind. It is my wish that you guard it, Never let it be constricted, Keep passing it on, and Long may it grow.

To read more of the Windsor Writers' work, visit the their website at www.wg-wg.com.

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GARAGES FOR RENT

GARAGE #146 PARKING LOT #6 $45.00/month 303-589-6894.

GARAGE $600 YEARLY RENT Lot 12 303-981-8702.

UG PARKING SPACE FOR RENT! Call 303-815-9048 Now!

HELP WANTED

HOUSE/PET SITTER WANTED for two senior Cockers. Well behaved, pet door, fenced yard. Need companionship and meds. Near WG. 303-399-4494.

HOMES FOR RENT

SHARE 2BED/2BATH $725. Available Now! 303-903-2547.

2BD/2BA 1200 SF ALL NEW!! Completely remodeled kitchen, baths, flooring, paint. Gorgeous barn doors, updated lighting, great storage, all on the first floor with a screened lanai. Steps from your detached single car garage. Pets negotiable. $1695/mo. All utilities paid. Call Cynthia 970-430-7589.

BEAUTIFUL GOLF COURSE VIEWS from lanai and both bedrooms 9340 E. Center Ave 11D. Penthouse like. 1-car end unit garage #105. Unobstructed magnificent views of golf course from bedrooms and lanai. $1,500/mo. $1,000 Security deposit. No pets. 720-229-8022.

GORGEOUS INTERIOR DECOR 2 bed/ 1 bath 945 sq ft with 80 sq ft glass enclosed porch. NEW top of the line faux wood flooring. NEW granite like kitchen counter tops. NEWER stainless steel appliances. New fixtures. Separate upright freezer. End unit with elevator. Lots of light. Ceiling fans. Owner pays Windsor Gardens HOA fees for WG sponsored travel, activities, crafts, and a multitude of classes. $1439/mo. NO SMOKING. Call 720-498-6776.

HOMES FOR SALE

BUYERS WANTED in Windsor Gardens! Did you know there is currently a large inventory of condos for sale in WG? This means opportunity for you on price and selection. With a variety of floor plans, locations, and interior design there is something for everyone’s budget. Some units are below $175K right now. Fantastic in a Denver zip code! Please contact me, Sarah Senst, Broker’s Guild, 303-257-5021, sasenst@gmail.com for more information.

9385 E CENTER AVE 2ND FL. Vacant 1Bed/1Bath 855 sq ft condo with deeded underground parking space for $153,000. Call Julie Fair, RE/MAX Professionals for a Showing today! 303-521-8545.

RENTERS! ARE YOU ENJOYING the Windsor Garden lifestyle? There are many condos currently for sale in a variety of floorplans, locations, and price ranges. Call me for a free list of condos for sale. Let’s talk about owning versus renting! Sarah Senst, Broker's Guild 303.257.5021 sasenst@gmail.com.

GORGEOUS UPDATES ON A 2BED/2BATH! Custom cabinets, quartz counters, tons of storage plus a great desk area. Contact Shawn (720)3768915 for a private showing.

HOMES WANTED

WINDSOR GARDENS RENTALS The demand for rental units in Windsor Gardens is greater than ever! If you are an owner needing professional property management services at reasonable pricing or if you are a potential tenant in search of a rental unit call 303-808-0808 today to discuss opportunities and availability! Jane Doyle, Managing Broker, CharterWest Consulting, Inc.; Equal Housing Opportunity Brokerage. Windsor Gardens resident.

WILL BUY YOUR UNIT FAST. No fees, Get a second opinion. WG resident. Schoenecker & Co. 303-898-3963.

REAL ESTATE TRANSITION SPECIALISTS and Windsor Gardens Experts, Amy & Scott Grossman-Buy, Sell, Private Tours, $Cash for Properties. Know all your options. See ad on back page of this paper. 303-941-9436. www. tourwindsorgardens.com.

ITEMS FOR SALE

ITEMS FOR SALE: Beautiful Top Quality Red leather recliner * Thick Chinese 8x10 modern design of Brown, Tan, Black, Grey rugs * 3 sizes of Indian area rugs in off white, green * Nice Rose Sofa * New Twin Sheets * Please call Ellen 720-483-6590.

NEED HELP GETTING AROUND? This 3-wheel portable scooter by Cooper will help! New batteries & charger $495. John 303-388-2188.

ITEMS WANTED

I BUY MOBILITY SCOOTERS, Knives and Military items wanted. Alan 303232-1212.

SAVE MONEY & MAKE MONEY! Donate (tax deductible) your seldom used vehicle to help single mothers in need. Hands of The Carpenter (HandsofTheCarpenter.org) (720-710-8822) will pick it up, fix it up, and help a single mother keep her job and drive her family safely.

SERVICES

DRIVING DIVA….Will limo you to appointments, shopping, DIA, References. Diane Parker 303-947-3175 WG Res.

COMPUTER TUTOR PC • MAC • iPad • Lessons in your home. All things electronic set up and training. Over 25 years exp. Please call 303-845-2465 Gerri Woody.

NAILS & SKIN CARE BY CATHY I have 35 yrs experience in manicures,pedicures,Waxing, Eyelash/Eyebrow dyes. I am mobile & will come to you. Please call for Appt. 303-549-3854.

FEMALE DRIVER, CAREGIVER, COMPANION, light housekeeping. Martha 720-935-5526.

PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANING SERVICES – Eco friendly, dependable, and trustworthy. Flexible availability. Shay 303-562-6368.

NAILS BY CAROL SUE. I am a Windsor Gardens resident with 34 yrs experience. I am now offering mobile services within Windsor Gardens. Special training with diabetic feet. Manicures & Pedicures. Please call for apt. 720-3636210.

25 YEARS CAREGIVER. Very reliable, also housecleaning, Good references. Loretta Wright 720-681-7147.

CAREGIVER! REASONABLE RATES – Cooking, Errands, Pet help, Personal care, housecleaning, 20 yrs. Exp., Licensed, Great References Maria 720-2324371.

NOTARY SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION SERVICES. WG resident can provide notary services and provide transportation to DIA, appointments, shopping. Call Kathy @ 720-480-6486, Mon-Fri 8AM-7PM to schedule.

MOBILE NOTARY & ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES (copying, faxing, etc.) provided for your convenience. Please call Shirley at 720-441-4198 to schedule a time convenient for you.

FOR ALL YOUR SEWING & alternations needs. custom made and more. Please call Soledad 303-399-5513 (No Text) Thank you! Windsor Garden Resident.

CAREGIVER THURSDAY-SUNDAY. I have experience. Alembrhan Welihannes 720-400-1434.

CARE ASSISTANT: Flexible hours, errands, prepare meals, dog walking, light housecleaning, experienced, & reliable. Call Tricia 303-870-6935.

The Windsor Gardens Association, including its board of directors and employees and the Windsor Life staff, are not responsible or liable for any of the services or products advertised in the Windsor Life publication, nor do we endorse any advertisement, product or service. The Association recommends that you thoroughly research any product or service and check references prior to hiring any individual or company.

AIR CONDITIONING

Air Conditioner Sales & Service

Tom Grace

2443 S. University #211

303-755-2111 or tmmytomato@aol.com

APPLIANCE REPAIR

A to Z Appliance Repair

TV Antenna Help

Light Handyman Help

Call Dave 303-371-4229

ATTORNEYS

Kirch, Rounds & Bowman PC

Estate Planning/Admin, Real Estate

Over 40 yrs combined legal experience

www.dwkpc.net 303-671-7726

Kokus, George A., Esq, Law Office

Injured in an automobile accident?

Call or email for a free consultation

303-639-6103 email gkokus@aol.com

AUTO BUY & SELL

Automotive Search, Inc.

Find your New or Used Car or we will BUY yours. Oldest Auto Broker in Colo

Dave Nichols 720-641-2208 Hampden Ave

AUTO REPAIR & SERVICE

Gary’s Full Service Auto Repair

Done Fair, Done Honest, Done Right.

23 Years. 100% AAA Customer Approval

30 S. Havana #304R 303-364-8344

COMPUTERS

Affordable Computer Repairs, Etc.

Computers, laptops, i-Phones, i-Pads Tablets, VCRs, Roku, Errands, Etc.

Monica 303-875-5837

Computer & Electronic Help by Stephen College student, grandpa lives in WG Enjoys helping seniors, plus tutoring

Low fee 303-330-2272

In-Home Technology Assistance

Need help and the Grandkids are gone?

Computers, Cameras, Phones, TVs, Etc. 720-244-4166 Scott or Mike

ELECTRICAL

Matthew Master Electrician

WG References – WG Discounts

Licensed & Insured 303-619-2702

GARAGE DOORS

GDO Dynamics

Garage Door Openers & Parts

Scot Sturgis

5017 S. Gibralter Way 303-693-6894

HAULING

Anything Anytime Anywhere

Junk removal & Estate Clean out 50% Senior Discount

Taddy 303-525-5421

Cut Rate Hauling

Providing Trash and Junk Removal Furniture, Appliances, Debris, Etc. Rueben 720-434-8042

Express Hauling Services

Appliances, Furniture. Total clean out Seniors/Veterans Discounts applied Vern 720-275-3709

Small World Hauling

Moving, Hauling, Packing Commercial, Residential 720-360-7440 www.smallworldmovers.us

HEALTHCARE

Daily Apple Clinic

Full-service family practice clinic

Knowledgeable Trustworthy House calls 720-593-8989 www.dailyappleclinic.com

Kang, Ruth, DDS PC 496 S. Dayton St. Denver, CO 80247 303-360-5660

HOME CARE

Absolute Expert Care

Offering 4-24 hours of Services, Bonded & Insured 30+ years in the Industry 303-340-3390

Beth’s In-Home Care & Cleaning

Help with all aspects of daily living

Lovingly helping Seniors over 25 years

Beth 303-862-7136

Alliance Home Care Services

Personal Care and Homemaking

Experienced caregivers for all needs

Call us: 303-923-3771

Diamond Care, LLC

Personal Care Provider since 2004

Homemaker, Transportation

Amy 720-317-7251

Elderlink Home Care, Inc.

Quality Companion Care Since 1988

Help Is Just A Phone Call Away 303-734-0641

Elite Home Care Services

Loving care from the heart

12 years’ experience WG refs. Gloria w) 720-939-3848, c) 702-843-7815

Flexible and Reliable PC Days or Overnight

25 Years’ Experience

Jenny 720-620-0055

HOME CARE continued

In-Home Care Giving

Experienced Caregiver’s WG Refs

Daily living assistance

720-789-4767 720-394-6827

HOME REPAIR & REMODEL

ACH Home Improvements

Kitchen, Bath, Shower pans, Flooring

Tile, Dry wall, Paint, Work Guaranteed Free bids 720-692-3187

Affordable Home Repairs, LLC

Denver- Based Handyman, Electrical Plumbing, Painting, Window washing

Jason 719-271-1941

All Home Improvements

Free Estimates, remodels, electrical Plumbing, carpentry, painting, hauling Call Steve 720-987-0292

All Pro Construction

Grow your equity with quality const. Complete unit remodels

Al 720-569-4195

Dustin Levin

For all your home remodeling needs Kitchens, bath, flooring WG experience Dustin 303-931-1187

Emerald Home Repair

Basic Home Repairs, Plumbing Electrical, etc. Windsor References

Larry Dotterer 720-384-5806

JLV Contracting Kitchen & Bath Remodel

Licensed, Insurance & References

SeniorDiscounts-GuaranteedWorkmanship Jim @ 303-517-0439

Tom May

Complete Remodel & Repairs

27 yrs at Windsor Gardens

303-229-0981 or 303-696-6259

INSURANCE

State Farm-Adam Bird Agent, CLU CHFC Insurance and Financial Services

Windsor Commons Shopping Center 720-535-9009

LANAI ENCLOSURES

All Pro Construction

Lanai enclosures, doors & windows

Warranty, quality craftmanship

Al 720-569-4195

Grande Vista, Inc.

Enclosed Lanais, Windows & Doors 1550 Larimer St., #454, Denver 80202

Carlos Perez 303-777-4500

LANAI ENCLOSURES continued

Wholesale Windows LLC

Enclosed lanais, windows, and doors

Dependable and efficient

Larry Summer 303-887-9960

MOVING SERVICES

PLUMBING continued

Victor E. Plumbing & Tile

Book a Service call at Victoreplumbing.squarespace.com Call 405-426-5612

Wright, Wayne

Life Caddie

Technology implementation/education

Home organizing /decluttering/packing

Call Amy at 720-419-9331

Retirement Home Movers

2 Men $100 per Hr. 3 Men $140 per Hr.

Open 7 Days a Week 8am-8pm

John 720-975-3966

Small World Movers

12 Yrs Experience-Licensed & Insured

Friendly, Dependable, Polite, Efficient 303-931-6135 www.smallworldmovers@us

PAINTING

Handy Manny Painting

Also repair walls, prep, paint

Clean-up & organize with perfection 303-521-0063 – website: dancemanny.com

PET SERVICES

Master Plumber Service and Repair

Kitchen+Bath, Balanced Shower Valves 303-344-2637

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE continued

Home Real Estate, Shirley Shideler

Windsor Gardens is My Home Too!

9355 E. Center Ave. #3-A, Denver, CO 303-503-0745 shideler3@gmail.com

Ingebritson, Carolyn, SRES, Realtor

Your Castle Real Estate

Tours Offered! 55+ Advisor

303-594-7696 carolyn@theperfectpairhom.cc

Metro Brokers-Pete Withers

Living and working in Windsor Gardens

Barlow, Chad

You 1st Realty TeamElevateColorado.com

720-422-1979

Braun, Dan Home Smart of Cherry Creek

Helping buy & sell in WG since 1993 303-883-5881

Bulik, Joel

Colorado Home Finder Realty Joel.Denver.ColoradoHomeFinder.com 970-305-7347 – WG Resident

Coldwell Banker, Cheryl Lohuis

Get top dollar for your condo

303-881-7651 Call anytime

Plachowski, Louis, Managing Broker/Owner

Personal Service Local References

Buy & Sell * Estates

720-425-3768 louis@denverwelcomehome.com

Schoenecker & Co.

Knowledgeable and Experienced Sell Fast for Top Dollar. WG Resident Mike 303-898-3963

Senst, Sarah Broker Associate Broker’s Guild

Buyers Wanted inventory surplus

Bark ‘N’ Purr

WG reliable resident for pet walks

Vacation visits and BIG dogs ok Deb 303-949-0232

Fleur-de-lis-Kitty Care

Cat Care and Claw Trimming fleurkittycare@gmail.com

Donna 720-532-1019

PLUMBING

Vertec Plumbing Great Rates. Free Instant Quote

Plumbing and Drain Cleaning www.vertecservices.com 720-298-0880

Realtor & WG Owner. Your time 2 Buy! Have owned 3 homes here & Love it! 303-522-6161 AColoradohome4u.com

Danner, Nicole

Green Door Living Real Estate

See Ad for $500 Moving Special 303-386-5457

Grossman, Amy and Scott

See our Ad-Back Page of Windsor Life www.tourwindsorgardens.com 303-941-9436

Guzman, Carol , CNE, SRES

Your Castle Real Estate, Inc

See my tour ad in Windsor Life 303-929-3157 www.carolguzmanhomes.com

303-257-5021 sasenst@gmail.com

WINDOW FASHION

Alfa Blinds, Blinds by Tomorrow

At Alfa Blinds we Make, Install Repair & Clean Blinds by Tomorrow

303-366-9266, 60 S. Havana St, #612

Master Blinds Services LLC

Sale, Repair, Clean 12445 E 39th Ave #306 303-518-4307

WINDOW INSTALLATION & REPAIR

Grande Vista, Inc.

Windows, Doors & Enclosed Lanais 1550 Larimer St., #454, Denver 80202 Carlos Perez 303-777-4500

Answer for Phoebe's Rules

Answer is D. Under rule 4.3 you are allowed to use a powder or moisturizer to help grip the club.

Trivia by Carol Brooks

1. Who composed the music for the theme song for “Jeopardy?”

2. Where are the tallest sand dunes in North America?

3. What is the largest country in the Western hemisphere?

4. Who killed Billy the Kid?

5. What book did Dr. Seuss write to win a bet that he couldn’t write a book using only 50 words or less?

Want more trivia? Join us for Team Trivia. Bring your own team or join a team on the third Friday of each month in CenterPoint from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Everyone Welcome!

WE KNOW WINDSOR GAR DENS REAL ESTATE

Have you struggled with wanting to SELL your home and not sure where to start? Are you looking to BUY a new home and unfamiliar with low maintenance / retirement options?

Many of our clients in the Denver area and at Windsor Gardens are frustrated with challenges such as:

Handling the sale of a property as part of an estate Moving into assisted living, the loss of a loved one, or other life-changing events

Wanting to buy a new home and not sure where to go Sellers who want / need "quick cash sale" options

For a free, private consultation to talk about your options: CALL NOW! 303-941-9436

Or visit our website for detailed Windsor Gardens information, including properties for sale/ sold, floorplans, a community map, and more:

www.tourwindsorgardens.com

Broker Associates: Amy Grossman, SRES

Scott Grossman, SRES Real Estate Transition Specialists® Madison & Company Pro perties, LTD

Quebec Street, Suite 400

Village, CO 80111

303-941-9436