Member Events:
Town Hall Arts Center Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Spectacular Line Up for 2011-2012
Sunday Prime Rib Dinner Special at Flemings - Every Sunday through February 5th
ACC Interior Design & Architecture Student Exhibition - January 30th thru March 2nd
Tax Help Colorado Hosted by Arapahoe Community College - February 3rd, 10th, 17th, & 24th
Centennial Medical Plaza/Medical Center of Aurora Offering Free Heart Screenings - Feb 8th, 24th, 28th
John Brackney is Honorary Chair for Inter-faith Community Services Nibbles & Sips - February 11th
Denver Botanic Gardens Offering 20% Off 2012 Blossoms of Light Rentals - February 14th Deadline
Arapahoe Community College Writers Studio Literary Contest - March 1st Deadline
Communities and Local Nonprofits Join to Host Epic Spring Cleaning Event - April 28th

Member Headlines & Notices:
City of Centennial Accepting Applications for Liquor Licensing Authority
South Suburban Parks & Rec District Accepting Nominations for 2 Director Positions
Experience Pros Radio Show Highlighted in YourHub
BBC Films GLYI Supported Blueprint Program at Village Preschool
City of Littleton Seeking Board & Commission Members
National ComTel HQ Moving to South Metro Denver!
5280 Drug Testing Opens New Centennial Office
Ulteig Welcomes Design Engineer Nick Inzalaco
Developmental Pathways Provides Assembly, Packaging and Warehousing Solutions
Air Force Awards $1.5 Billion Contract to United Launch Alliance
Marion Jenkins of QSE Appointed to Colorado Abulatory Surgery Center Board
Littleton City Council & South Suburban Parks & Rec Approve South Platte Plan
Public Works Association Recognizes City of Centennial for Awards
Metropolitan State College Hospitality Departmart Gets $1M Grant from Marriott Foundation
Littleton City Council Adopts 2012-2013 Goals
New Trustees Named to Denver Botanic Gardens Board

Member Job Postings & Notices:
Employers and Job Seekers Wanted for Military & Veterans Employment Expo (MVEE)
City of Littleton has Openings for Police Officers
Financial Services Professionals at MetLife of the Rockies
Tony Rosacci's Fine Catering Seeking Event Specialist
Consider Listing Your Next Internship with University of Denver
Strategic Programs Business Development Consultant and International Interviewer

Town Hall Arts Center prepares to celebrate its 30th Anniversary Season

The Board of Directors for Littleton Town Hall Arts Center (THAC) announces preliminary plans for celebrating its 30th Anniversary with its 2011-12 season.  

The original Town Hall building was built in 1919, designed by J.J. Benedict, a prominent Denver architect and Littleton resident, to accommodate the town offices and the fire department.  Benedict’s plan included a façade with strong Italianate influence clad with locally produced terra cotta, and featuring wrought iron balconies and lanterns.  In 1977, Littleton’s offices moved into the present City Center, vacating the Town Hall building.  A group of community leaders originally founded the Littleton Center for Cultural Arts Foundation, Inc. and raised funds to remodel the building (design provided by Michael Barber of Muchow Associates) with a theatre on the second floor and an art gallery/meeting area on the street level. 

From its inaugural season in 1982, the founders intended to provide excellent performing and visual arts opportunities to enrich the cultural, social, and educational life of the people of south metro Denver.  Since then, Town Hall Arts Center’s programming has provided high-quality, family entertainment through live performances of theatre, music and dance, and its gallery space showcases local visual artists through rotating exhibits.

To celebrate its 30th anniversary, the Board is planning a variety of special activities throughout the season, including parties to raise money to benefit THAC, trivia questions about Town Hall Arts Center’s history in the printed programs, reminiscences from participants from the past 30 years presented on our web site, receptions to recognize and honor previous THAC leaders, a special concert with a former THAC actor who has gone on to perform on Broadway, a youth talent show, and other fun opportunities to celebrate and pay homage to the past 30 years.

The board has scheduled a block-buster line up of popular musicals for our audiences for this 30th anniversary season, including:Evita, Lyrics by Tim Rice, Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber [September 16, 2011 – October 16, 2011]; Wizard of Oz, Book by L. Frank Baum, Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg [November 11, 2011– December 31, 2011], A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart, Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim [January 13, 2012 – February 5, 2012]; Brigadoon, Book and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner, Music by Frederick Loewe [February 17, 2012 – March 18, 2012]; The Who’s TOMMY, Book by Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff, Music and Lyrics by Pete Townshend [April 6, 2012 – May 5, 2012]; and The Producers, Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks [May 18, 2012 – June 17, 2012].

Performances are typically scheduled for Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm.  Single tickets will go on sale July 1st.  Reserved seating tickets are priced $21.00-$42.00 available through the Town Hall Arts Center box office, 303-794-2787 ext. 5 or online at www.TownHallArtsCenter.com.

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar Sunday Prime Rib Dinner Special The holidays are over? Not at Fleming's. For the next few weeks, we're offering our Sunday Prime Rib Dinner at the special price of $29.95*. Join us with your family and friends on New Year's Day, the "Big Game Day" or any Sunday in between! FIRST COURSE Your choice of salad: The Wedge, Fleming's or Caesar SECOND COURSE Prime Rib Au jus, Creamy Horseradish & Dijon sauces Served with your choice of one Fleming's side THIRD COURSE Your choice of dessert NOW SPECIALLY PRICED AT $29.95* Every Sunday from January 1st through February 5th at all Fleming's locations. WITH THE PERFECT WINE PAIRING Raymond Vineyards Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2009 $8.75 a glass, or $35 a bottle* * Excluding wine, tax and gratuity. Our Prime Rib Dinner is available every Sunday all year long, but at the special price of $29.95 per guest on Sundays from January 1st through February 5th only. Fleming's abides by all local and state liquor laws

Contact Sue Ann Lee, Manager of Private Events for more details or to reserve your room at sueann.lee@botanicgardens.org.

Arapahoe Community College to host the Tax Help Colorado Program

Arapahoe Community College will serve as a location for the Tax Help Colorado program this February, as announced by The Piton Foundation and the Colorado Community College System.

ACC will facilitate Tax Help Colorado at its Littleton Campus (5900 S. Santa Fe Drive) on Feb. 3, 10, 17 and 24 in Room A1540 (Annex Building) from 12:00 – 7:00 p.m. on each of those Fridays.

Tax Help Colorado, which is a partnership between The Piton Foundation and the Colorado Community College System, provides Colorado families with the opportunity to have their tax return prepared and e-filed by IRS-certified college students.  These services are free to Colorado taxpayers with a household income of less than $49,000.

Furthermore, for Colorado families who make less than $49,000 and have children at home, the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child Tax Credit can reduce the amount of income tax paid and may even mean a much bigger tax refund – as much as $5,000 more.  Additionally, there are tax credits that can help to pay for college.

For more information about the Tax Help Colorado program, please call 2-1-1.

Nibbles & Sips Fundraiser for Inter-faith Community Services

An Evening of Raising the Roof to Prevent Homelessness and Hunger, will be held from 6-9:30pm on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency DTC. The Honorary Chair is South Metro Chamber of Commerce President and CEO John Brackney. Our Emcee this year is Mike Nelson, 7News, Chief Meteorologist. Please click here to purchase tickets.

This great evening will feature more than 150 wines and beers from around the world as well as food from some of south metro Denver’s best restaurants.

Last year more than 500 tickets were sold and the event raised substanial more revenue than in previous years. Thank you to all of our sponsors, vendors, volunteers and guests who made last year's Nibbles and Sips a huge success!

RSVP through this link and place your name on our waiting list to join us at our Chamber table and see other business leaders who are attending...

Arapahoe Community College - Writers Studio Literary Contest

The Writers Studio at Arapahoe Community College announces its 8th Annual Writers Studio Literary Contest for unpublished work in poetry, fiction and creative nonfiction.

First-place winners in each category will receive a $250 prize, publication in Progenitor (ACC's award-winning literary magazine) and invitation to the Spring Literary Festival.  Second-place winners will be invited guests at the literary festival.

The contest is open to all Colorado residents and the deadline to submit work is Thursday, Mar. 1, 2012.

2012 judges:
Dan Beachy-Quick (poetry)
Harrison Candelaria Fletcher (creative non-fiction)
Jennifer Davis (fiction)

The judges will also serve as writing faculty for the 2012 Spring Literary Festival on Saturday, Apr. 21.
New this year  --  Writers Studio will be accepting electronic submissions only for art and literary pieces through Submittable, the online submission manager.  For submission guidelines, or for more information about the Writers Studio, please visit the Writers Studio General Submission Guidelines webpage or contact the Writers Studio at writerstudio@arapahoe.edu.

The Medical Center of Aurora/Centennial Medical Plaza to Offer Free Heart Health Screenings for National Heart Month

The Medical Center of Aurora, a leading Colorado heart health hospital, and the Centennial Medical Plaza are offering free heart health screenings throughout the month of February. In honor of National Heart Month, these screenings promote heart healthy lifestyles and will include stations for: Lipid Panel/Glucose Blood Draw, Ask a Pharmacist, Ask a Nutritionist, Heart Disease Risk Assessment/BMI and Stroke Risk Assessment/Blood Pressure. Appointments are required for the blood draws, and resources at the other stations will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Fasting is required if you are having your blood drawn.

Screening dates and locations are:

• Wednesday, February 8th: 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., The Medical Center of Aurora Main Campus
• Friday, February 24th: 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., The Medical Center of Aurora Main Campus
• Tuesday, February 28th: 8:00 a.m. - 11 a.m., Centennial Medical Plaza

“Heart disease is still the number one cause of death in the United States, which is why heart health education and awareness is extremely important,” said John Hill, President and CEO of The Medical Center of Aurora/Centennial Medical Plaza. “Our goal is to provide community members with an accessible opportunity to know their numbers and manage their health.”

Space is limited, so make your appointment today by calling 303.873.0630! For details, please visit www.AuroraMed.com/heart.

Arapahoe Community College presents Interior Design and Architecture Student Exhibition

The Colorado Gallery of the Arts at Arapahoe Community College (Littleton Campus) will present an Interior Design and Architecture Student Exhibition from Jan. 30 – Mar. 2.  The exhibit is free and open to the public.

Gallery hours on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday are 12:00 - 5:00 p.m., and Tuesdays from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.  The Colorado Gallery of the Arts, which is closed on weekends, is located on the first floor of the ACC Annex building.

The festivities will also include a reception on Friday evening, Feb. 3, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.  For more information, please contact Trish Sangelo, Gallery Director, at trish.sangelo@arapahoe.edu or 303.797.5649.

Get Rid of Stuff You Don’t Need and Help Local Charities

Third Annual Epic Spring Cleaning Event Returns

The season for spring cleaning is right around the corner!  Are you ready to remodel or redecorate?  Have the kids outgrown their clothes and toys?  Is it time to get organized?

Take the things you don’t need any more to the third annual Epic Spring Cleaning Event, Saturday, April 28 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Littleton Home Depot store, 3000 West Belleview Avenue.  The Cities of Littleton, Englewood, and Sheridan, and South Suburban Parks and Recreation, are partnering with the ARC Thrift Stores and Inter-Faith Community Services to help you unclutter your life.

Home Depot Store Manager Herb Scott said that he is happy to serve as host for the event.  “Last year was a great day.  We expect this year to be even better!” Scott said.

Inter-Faith Community Services Executive Director Sandra Blythe-Perry said, “We appreciate ARC Thrift Stores including us in this wonderful south metro area event which includes all of the communities Inter-Faith serves.”

ARC Thrift CFO Bruce Stahlman said the need for donations is always strong.  “While the economic picture for some families has improved, there are still many families who need help.  This is a chance for people to clean out their closets while supporting Colorado-based local charities that aid people with developmental disabilities, their families and the under privileged,” Stahlman added.

Everyone is invited to bring gently used clothing, household items and furniture to the drop off site.  They’ll receive a tax donation slip in return.  Small electronics will be accepted but no paint, motor oil or chemicals.  Food and toiletries are in great demand and will also be collected.

Volunteers are needed to assist participants in unloading donated goods at the drop off site and placing them in boxes for distribution.  If you’d like to help, contact David Diedrich with ARC Thrift at 720-299-3120.

The event will be held rain or shine.

Inter-Faith is the largest non-governmental agency helping individuals, families and seniors who are struggling in the south metro Denver area.  Inter-Faith helps people living in western Arapahoe County, northern Douglas County, unincorporated parts of Arapahoe County, and Centennial, Englewood, Glendale, Highlands Ranch, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan. 

The City of Centennial is currently accepting applications for the Liquor Licensing Authority

The City of Centennial is currently accepting applications to fill openings on the Liquor Licensing Authority.  All terms are for a period of three years.  Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday evenings of each month, as needed, at 13133 E. Arapahoe Road, Council Chambers, Centennial, CO 80112. 

Application forms may be obtained on the City website, www.centennialcolorado.com, or from the City Clerk, 303-754-3302.  The deadline for applying is February 17, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. 

This is a quasi-judicial board that conducts public hearings for local liquor license applications and violations of the liquor code.

If you have interest please complete and return the application to city clerk Brenda Madison at bmadison@centennialcolorado.com.
1/31

South Suburban Seeks Nominations for Board of Directors Positions

A South Suburban Board of Directors election for two director positions will be held on May 8, 2012. 

South Suburban Park and Recreation District is accepting nominations for two Board of Directors positions from qualified members of the community. 

Interested candidates must be a registered voter in Colorado. They must be either a resident of the District for at least 30 days, or an owner or a spouse of an owner of taxable real property or personal property situated in the District. 

A self-nomination and acceptance form must be filed with the District on or before 5 p.m., on March 2, 2012 for inclusion on the ballot. Forms and more information about the election are available from Nancy O’Connor, designated elected official, South Suburban Park and Recreation District, 6631 S. University Blvd., Centennial, 303-798-5131. 

The five-member, board of directors is elected at large to four-year terms, on a non-partisan basis. The Board of Directors meets on the second and fourth Wed. evening of each month at Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Blvd. Additional study sessions or special meetings are called as needed. The Directors are compensated up to $1,600 per year. 

Current board members include Kay Geitner, Sue Rosser, John Ostermiller, Pam Eller and Mike Anderson. Kay Geitner cannot run due to term limits. Sue Rosser is eligible for reelection at the May 2012 election. 

Contact: Jamie DeBartolomeis at 303-483-7016 for more information.
1/31

BBC Films Greater Littleton Youth Initiative Blueprint Program at Village Preschool

A Los Angeles based BBC crew visited the Village Preschool this week to observe and videotape a classroom session of The Incredible Years, one of the nation’s finest early childhood education/social competency programs. The Greater Littleton Youth Initiative (GLYI) worked with the Village Preschool to implement this Blueprint program roughly six years ago. Outcome data generated from The Incredible Years program continually demonstrates that social/ communication skills improve substantially for those children who complete the class.

Our very own Chandra DeSimone at the City was interviewed by the BBC as a parent of two Village Preschool students who moved through the Incredible Years program and benefited greatly from the skills they learned, which they still use today.
12/20

City of Littleton Seeking Board & Commission Members

The Littleton City Council invites Littleton residents to apply for vacancies on the city’s boards and commissions.  The city’s 13 citizen committees include:

• Board of Adjustment (meets third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m.)
• Building Board of Appeals (meets third Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.)
• Fine Arts Committee (meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.)
• Historical Preservation Board (meets third Monday of the month at 7 p.m.)
• Museum Board (meets first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.)
• Planning Commission (meets second and fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m.)
• Tree Committee (meets second Monday of the month at 7 p.m.)

The application deadline is Tuesday, January 31, 2012.  Interviews will take place in February.  Terms will begin April 1, 2012.  Applications can be found on the city’s website, www.littletongov.org.  For those who do not have access to a computer, applications are available from the city clerk’s office at 2255 West Berry Avenue.  Contact City Clerk Wendy Heffner at 303-795-3753 for further information.
12/20

National ComTel Moving Headquarters to South Metro Denver

As of January 1, 2012, National ComTel (NCT), an 18-year experienced telecommunications company moved its headquarters to Colorado. We are now a Colorado-based company with additional offices in Las Vegas and Los Angeles, focusing our growth in the Denver area. Owner and president, Todd McIntyre is looking forward to doubling the staff in Colorado in 2012 while maintaining the current management in CA and NV.

National ComTel is a leader in providing multiple communications solutions for medium and large businesses at a nationwide level by accessing the best services at the best rates from various sources to meet your unique needs. National ComTel provides regular phone and VoIP service and broadband connections at a more economical rate than going directly to the big carrier. We provide your one contact point for personal, professional customer service and billing with a faster resolution time than a big carrier.

For a free assessment of your current telecommunications service, contact us at 800-987-0100. www.nationalcomtel.com

5280 Drug Testing Company has some very exciting news to share!

In addition to our Lakewood office, located at 1510 Glen Ayr Dr. #3, we have opened a new location in Centennial to better serve your clients and employees:

5280 Drug Testing - Centennial
7000 S. Yosemite St. #202
Centennial, CO 80112

Your clients may use either location for their testing.

In addition to pre-employment, post-accident, and random drug and alcohol testing, we are also offering DNA testing for paternity, relational, and immmigration.  Private testing, DUI, court ordered, social services, and steroid testing services are available.  We also provide on site, mobile, and 24/7 services. 

Please call us at 303-953-2619 or email tricia@5280drugtesting.com for more information.
1/5

Ulteig Welcomes New Design Engineer

Ulteig welcomed a new design engineers to its Energy Services sector Tuesday, Jan. 3. Nick Inzalaco will work in the Denver office. Inzalaco graduated from the Colorado School of Mines with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. He previously worked for ThyssenKrupp Robins as an electrical engineer.

Ulteig was founded in 1944 by Melvin Ulteig with the vision of bringing electricity to people in the rural Midwest. Today, Ulteig is a nationally accredited company, ranked number 207 in the Top 500 Engineering Design Firms in the nation by Engineering News Record and considered among the top firms in electrical transmission and distribution services. Ulteig offers a wide variety of engineering, surveying and consulting services. The company has offices in Bismarck, Fargo, and Williston, N.D.; Detroit Lakes and Minneapolis, Minn.; Sioux Falls, S.D.; Denver, Colo.; and Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
1/12

Developmental Pathways Has Your Back When It Comes to Packaging and Assembly Services

Developmental Pathways is a Colorado non-profit agency created to serve persons with developmental disabilities and their families. It was established in 1964 as a community-based alternative to institutional care. Since that time, Pathways has developed a broad array of services based on the principle that full inclusion and participation in community life is attainable for every individual with a developmental disability. Developmental Pathways serves citizens of Arapahoe and Douglas Counties, and the portion of Adams County within the City of Aurora city limits.

We provide cost-effective assembly, packaging and warehousing services.

Since 1970, our dependable reputation has been based upon high quality work and on-time delivery service. Pick-up and delivery of your product is available at a moderate cost. We can include packaging materials as part of your total per piece price. Pathways Production is committed to providing excellence in customer service through a successful partnership with your business.

Quality assembly and packaging services include:

• Boxing • Bagging • Stapling • Impulse Sealing

• Shrink Wrapping • Product Assembly • Collating

• Weigh Counting • Re-work • Labeling

• Gluing • Sorting • Salvaging

All work is guaranteed!

Contact Scott Keever at scottkeever@developmentalpathways.org for more information.
1/17

United Launch Alliance Gets $1.5 Billion Air Force Contract for Rocket Launches

from the Denver Business Journal

Colorado's United Launch AllianceUnited Launch Alliance has received a $1.5 billion fixed-price contract from the U.S. Air Force for nine rocket launches, expected to be complete by June 30, 2014, according to a list of contracts posted by the U.S. Department of Defense Department of Defense.

ULA is the primary rocket launch company for federal government satellites and space probes. It is a joint venture of Lockheed Martin Corp. and the Boeing Co.

Two different rockets will be used, according to the contract notice.

The Atlas V Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) will handle four launches, one for the Defense Meteorological Satellites Program 19; one for the Mobile User Objective System-3; and three for the National Reconnaissance Offic.

The Delta IV EELV will handle three launches, one for Air Force Space Command-4, two Global Positioning Systems, and one for the Defense Meteorological Satellites Program-20 mission.

www.unitedlaunchalliance.com
1/17

QSE CEO Jenkins to Serve on Colorado Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Board

QSE CEO Marion Jenkins was recently elected to serve on the board of directors of the Colorado Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (CASCA).   

QSE has been a long-time supporter of CASCA and its mission, which is, "...ensuring that surgery centers continue to thrive as a distinct model for the delivery of safe, affordable and advanced surgical services to Colorado's health care consumers."

Since its first ambulatory surgery center (ASC) project in Englewood, CO in 2005, QSE has done over 100 surgery center projects throughout the US.  CASCA was the first ASC organization that QSE joined, and since then QSE has been involved in many state and national ASC associations and conferences.  

Rob Schwartz, Executive Director of CASCA, and President/Founder of Strategic Resources, which manages CASCA and several other state ASC associations, commented, "We are happy to have Marion on the board of CASCA, and to have QSE become even more involved. Marion and QSE have always been strong supporters of not only our ASC members, but what they stand for - achieving higher quality clinical outcomes at lower cost."
1/17

South Platte River Enhancement Plan Approved by Littleton City Council and South Suburban Parks & Rec

Enhancements to the South Platte River through South Platte Park will start soon in an effort to support the life that depends on the river for sustenance and the community that enjoys the recreation the river provides.

The Littleton City Council and the South Suburban Parks and Recreation (SSPR) Board of Directors approved a concept plan in mid-December prepared by Ecological Resource Consultants (ERC).

Dave Blauch, Senior Ecologist for ERC said, “The plan we developed is a conceptual design for the ecological enhancement of the South Platte River through South Platte Park.  The plan was developed based on the identification of limiting factors within the aquatic and riparian environment.  Due to many surrounding influences, the channel is out of balance with its natural equilibrium and low flow conditions are one of the single most limiting factors within the system.  The enhancements focus on those factors that would best improve the overall ecological condition.”

Since the construction of Chatfield Dam and the associated controlled water release, peak annual flows have been reduced from 4,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) to an average of 650 cfs.

Littleton Mayor Debbie Brinkman said, “This is a very ambitious project but it comes with a long-term payoff.  As custodians of the river we are committed to maintaining its health and vitality.  Since construction of the Chatfield Dam, the river’s flow has been altered and we must make adjustments to support its fish and wildlife habitat.”

 The total project cost is estimated at more than $4 million.  Phase I will begin later this year at a cost of $433,000.  Funding partners include:  The City of Littleton, SSPR, Urban Drainage and Flood Control District, the Colorado Water Conservation Board, and Trout Unlimited.  The partners will explore additional grant opportunities. 

Phase I includes creating a connection between Redtail Lake and the river to improve passage for fish from the river to the lake for winter refuge.  A wetlands habitat will also be developed along a portion of the fringe of the lake.  This will benefit the overall aquatic habitat and help stabilize the shoreline.  The Phase I pilot project will also include a section of bank stabilization and the creation of a riffle-pool sequence – a natural feature in a stream that creates shallow, fast-moving water and deep slower moving pools that provide refuge for fish and other aquatic life. 

Later phases will include reshaping the in-stream channel to help concentrate low flows within the existing channel.  In the late summer and early winter, the low stream flows combined with the width of the river make it too shallow to adequately support most fish and aquatic life.  Reshaping of the river will be accomplished by creating alternating point bars that will concentrate low flows into a narrower meandering channel thereby improving the environment for aquatic life.

“People who love the park are certainly going to notice the construction activity over the next few years,” Brinkman added.  “To do nothing is to let the river die and that is not an option.”
The final plan will be available on the city’s website by the end of January.
1/17

Centennial Receives Two Awards at APWA Luncheon

The City of Centennial received two awards at the 2011 American Public Works Association (APWA) Colorado Chapter Annual Luncheon today. Centennial was recognized in the category of Engineering/Construction Management for Infrastructure Upgrades and Opening Support for IKEA Centennial and for the Energy-Saving Transportation Plan in the category of Environmental Design – Maintenance – Operation for Energy.

The grand opening of IKEA Centennial was a success. In part due to the early completion of all infrastructure projects related to the development of this new store. In late 2008, Centennial began preparing for the construction and opening of the new IKEA store. The City worked closely with IKEA on site plan approval and coordination with the project partners: Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority, Southgate Water and Sanitation District, Arapahoe County, RTD, CDOT and Douglas County to support the 415,000 square foot store located on an 11 acre site. The City planned and implemented regional infrastructure improvements in 2010, to support local residents and businesses in the surrounding area.

Last year, Centennial received an entitlement of nearly $1 million in Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG) funds from the US Department of Energy (DOE) for use in energy-conservation projects. To promote the sustainability initiative of the City of Centennial’s Our Voice. Our Vision. Centennial 2030 guiding document, the City utilized a portion of these grant funds, with no local match required, to replace nearly 1700 incandescent bulbs at 37 traffic signal with light-emitting diode (LED) indications and converted 17 school flashing beacons to solar power and LED indications.

“The City of Centennial and our regional partners are very pleased to be recognized for these projects. Each project demonstrates the outcome of successful partnerships. The City continues to take pride in improving infrastructure and safety for our residents. These projects were completed on time and within budget and have a great benefit to the community,” says Mayor Cathy Noon.

The City of Centennial’s LED Energy-Savings Project will result in an annual reduction in electricity consumption of approximately 570,000 kWH and an annual savings in energy costs of more than $30,000. As a result of this project, all traffic and pedestrian indications at the City’s 72 signals are 100% LED and all school flashing beacons are solar powered and 100% LED. Based on material, installation, maintenance and energy costs, the City estimates the payback on the LEDs (assuming a minimum five-year life expectancy of the LEDs) to be 1.8 years. Additionally, the City anticipates driver and pedestrian safety will increase due to the improved visibility of the LEDs and the countdown feature of the pedestrian modules.
1/24

Marriott gives $1 million to Metropolitan State Hospitality School

Reprinted from the DenverPost.com, article by Margaret Jackson 303-954-1473 mjackson@denverpost.com

Metropolitan State College of Denver's Hospitality, Tourism and Events Department has received a $1 million gift from the Marriott foundation to support the school's new Hotel and Hospitality Learning Center.

The gift from The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation is the largest donation to the learning center to date.

"The foundation was established to support education in this type of urban environment," said Marriott's Alan Tuttle. "It's going to be a great showcase for the brand and the family name."

Located on the Auraria Campus downtown, the 28,000-square-foot Hospitality Learning Center will be connected to a 150-room SpringHill Suites by Marriott.
1/24

Littleton City Council adopts Vision and Goals, Protocols and Standards of Conduct, and Legislative Rules

The Littleton City Council formally adopted its Vision and Goals, Protocols and Standards of Conduct, and Legislative Rules for 2012-2013 at its meeting January 17.  The council also undertook four hours of Public Official Legal and Liability Training January 10 led by Acting City Attorney Kirsten Crawford and Tami Tanoue, in-house general counsel for the Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency. 

Combined, the four courses titled City Council University, included more than 20 hours of discussion developed by City Manager Michael Penny.  “With a new city council seated in November, it’s important that council members begin their terms with a framework for how they will operate over the next two years.  The feedback I heard from council members is that they thought the sessions were informative and the discussion productive.  I’m excited to move the staff forward to implement these goals.”

The Public Official Legal and Liability Training included topics such as: the Home Rule Charter, Open Meeting Requirements, Executive Sessions, Electronic Communications, Ethics, Quasi-Judicial Hearings, and Ex Parte Contacts.

The adopted Vision Statement:  To preserve a family-oriented and economically vibrant community that encourages citizen involvement, respects diversity, values community character, and enhances the quality of life of Littleton residents and visitors.

The Goals and Objectives are:

• Assure a financially-sound city government

Objectives:  Develop a budget process that provides the ability to evaluate costs/benefits along with program prioritization; deliver innovative, cost-efficient municipal services; and research and pursue alternative revenue sources.

•  Provide a safe community to live, work and play

Objectives:   Provide a comprehensive evaluation of city service that meets the needs of the community; provide police protection, code enforcement, and other services that meet the needs of the community with a specific focus on the northeast neighborhood; provide fire protection and emergency medical services that meet the needs of the community and the city’s fire partners; focus on vehicular, bike, and pedestrian safety and accessibility improvement opportunities; improve the city’s ability to respond to emergencies; update the city’s Emergency Operations Plan; partner with other governmental and non-governmental agencies to maximize effectiveness in providing a safe community.

•  Develop and maintain the public infrastructure

Objectives:  Provide and maintain a high-quality public infrastructure that addresses the needs of residents, visitors, and businesses; develop an asset management plan to identify maintenance and capital investment needs of the public infrastructure; develop a Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant long-range plan.

•  Preserve and cultivate a quality community

Objectives:  Actions and decisions should follow a comprehensive review of all impacts and benefits, including the aggregate impact on the community’s property values; evaluate diversity, density, and quality of community housing stock and options for improvement; continue to update the 1981 Comprehensive Plan; evaluate ways to maintain Littleton as a community in which families wish to live and address the needs of the elderly; initiate a review and update of the city’s development and zoning codes to ensure ability to implement community goals; improve focus on immigration issues; encourage an appreciation of life-long learning, history, art, culture, and literacy through the library, museum, and community partners; enhance the quality of the city’s parks, trails, and open space system to increase the public’s use and enjoyment of them; develop a policy statement that addresses the trade-offs between preservation of open space and commercial development;  maintain and enhance public art.

•   Pursue a balanced and sustainable local economy

Objectives:  Grow jobs and sales tax revenue by providing strategic assistance to Littleton businesses; take a proactive approach to recruiting businesses, retaining existing businesses, and assisting businesses wishing to expand; work with community partners to increase the number of events which draw citizens and visitors as well as focus on improving the quality of existing events; promote policies and practices which sustain the environment.

•  Promote environmental sustainability

Objectives:  Identify long-term cost-effective sustainable energy efficiencies for city operations, develop solid waste reduction targets, develop and implement an environmental stewardship and sustainability plan, take actions which are mindful of environmental impacts.

•   Foster community involvement, communication and trust

Objectives:  Ensure the city values, and is focused on, providing the highest level of service delivery with unwavering integrity and ethics; encourage continuous improvement by evaluating innovative ways to improve service delivery, and explore educated risks in the development of alternatives; explore options for improving citizen education about and involvement in their community; foster community spirit; evaluate ways to support local education organizations to maintain a high quality of educational opportunities within Littleton; improve ways to disseminate information to citizens (e.g., utilize technology to provide greater and more timely access to governmental information), develop a plan for a youth in government initiative to involve and educate youth and young adults about local government.
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DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS ANNOUNCES NEW TRUSTEES TO BOARD

Denver Botanic Gardens announced today that Dawn P. Bookhardt, Richard K. “Dick” Clark, Michael Matthews and Keith Montoya have been elected to the Board of Trustees as term trustees. Lauri Dannemiller and Peter J. Kirsch have been appointed to the Board as mayoral trustees. Additionally, Jean Derr and Jeanette Pryor will serve as ex-officio trustees in relationship to their roles in The Associates of Denver Botanic Gardens and the Denver Botanic Gardens Guild, respectively.

Dawn P. Bookhardt is a founding partner in the law firm of Bookhardt & O’Toole, which specializes in complex municipal bond financing and transactions. Two of Bookhardt’s noteworthy achievements include the representation of Forest City in the development of the former Stapleton Airport site and the representation of U.S. Bancorp Piper Jaffray and UBS PaineWeber as underwriters for the Denver Convention Center Hotel. She is also working on the $1 billion redevelopment project at Union Station in downtown Denver. Bookhardt is the founder and owner of Odd Tale Books, a retail book store. She is the recipient of numerous awards, including the National Leadership Award from the National Republican Congressional Committee’s Business Advisory Council and the Woman of Distinction Award from the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. Bookhardt is a graduate of Oakwood College in Huntsville, AL, and the University of Denver Law School.

Richard K. “Dick” Clark is senior partner in the law firm of Rothgerber Johnson & Lyons. He has more than 30 years of experience as an international business lawyer and as a trial lawyer, emphasizing international business, complex litigation and corporate disputes. Clark offers legal advice to public and private companies, both domestic and foreign. He has received numerous awards including the Distinguished Service Award as legal counsel to the Colorado Association of REALTORS®, the Colorado Super Lawyers for International Business award presented by Law & Politics Magazine, and the Pioneer Award from the Japan America Society of Colorado (JASC) and World Trade Center in 2009. Since 2007, Clark has served as general counsel to The Joshua School, a school for children with autism. He is also a member of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation Board of Governors. In 2011, Governor John Hickenlooper appointed Clark as ambassador from Colorado to Japan's Trade and Tourism Ambassador Program. Clark is originally from South Dakota. He and his wife reside in Greenwood Village, Colorado. They have three daughters and sons-in- law, and six grandchildren.

Lauri Dannemiller is the manager of the Parks and Recreation Department for the City and County of Denver. She brings more than 20 years of public sector executive experience to Parks and Recreation, with emphasis on public policy, legislative process and community planning. Prior to managing Denver Parks and Recreation, Danmeiller served as executive director of Denver City Council. She was also planning analyst and then manager and legislative liason in community development with the City of Englewood. Previously, she spent time as the administrator for Poncha Springs, Colorado. Dannemiller began her career in recreation in 1985 as the assistant director of recreational sports at Washington University in St. Louis. This led to recreation coordinator for the city of Lakewood. She received a Master of Science in public administration from the University of Colorado at Denver and in recreation administration from Eastern Kentucky University. Dannemiller leads a healthy lifestyle staying active as an avid runner. She enjoys skiing, golf and travel. She is also a spokesperson for the American Heart Association.

Jean Derr’s involvement in the Gardens began 15 years ago as a volunteer in the Sensory Garden, a therapeutic garden which appeals to all five senses. Her background as a registered nurse and her passion for using the Gardens as therapy for people with disabilities led her to join the Sensory Garden task force. Derr’s efforts helped double the amount of tours offered to people with disabilities, and helped the Gardens to secure a $10,000 grant for the Sensory Garden. For the past 11 years, the Denver native has been a member of The Associates of Denver Botanic Gardens. Derr volunteers in the Gardens’ Winter Green program, which brings horticultural activities to the homes of persons with disabilities. She was the volunteer representative at the ground-breaking ceremony for the Bonfils-Stanton Visitor Center, represents the Gardens at special events, and is trained as a Gardens’ tour guide. Derr has a Bachelor of Science in nursing and worked with Centura Health for 18 years. She and her husband of 55 years, Walt, have two daughters and two grandchildren.

Peter J. Kirsch is a partner in the law firm of Kaplan Kirsch and Rockwell. Kirsch’s clients range from municipalities and local governments to private industry and public interest groups. For more than 20 years, much of his practice concentrated on airport development, and he regularly advises airports on federal law and on airport financial and operational issues. Kirsch serves or has served on numerous charitable and nonprofit boards including the Museum of Contemporary Art – Denver, Civil Rights Research Council and River Network, a national river conservation advocacy organization. He received his Bachelor of Arts, with highest honors, from Oberlin College, remaining active with the school for more than 25 years as president of the alumni association, a member of the alumni council and as an alumni admissions representative, culminating in service on the board of trustees. Kirsch received his Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago and was the judicial law clerk for Judge Alfred T. Goodwin of the U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit. Kirsch lives with his wife and three sons in Denver.

Jeanette Pryor started volunteering with Denver Botanic Gardens in 2002 as a children's guide in the rainforest program in the Education Department. She has continued her work with children in various Gardens’ programs that include Name That Tree, Sprouts, and Moore on Monday. After joining the Denver Botanic Gardens Guild in 2007, Pryor became involved in many of the Guild’s activities. Her involvement culminated in her being voted president of the Guild for 2012. For more than 20 years, Pryor says she has especially enjoyed being a volunteer with the Arapahoe Santa Claus Shop. For the last year and a half, another one of her joys has been working as a special exhibits volunteer at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Jeanette and her husband, Linn Wilson, who met while in the Microbiology Department at the University of Maryland, College Park, have been self employed for the last 30 years out of the Denver area as sales reps for scientific equipment companies. Her other hobbies include gardening, especially with iris and roses, and textile crafts.

Michael Matthews is Wells Fargo’s market president for the Denver metro area, including Boulder, Broomfield, Lafayette, Longmont and Louisville. He manages a team of more than 200 small-business bankers in the region. Matthews has more than 31 years of financial services experience and is a 22-year Wells Fargo veteran. He was previously the bank's regional president for Northern Colorado. Matthews has also worked as community banking president and area manager for Wells Fargo's suburban business banking team in the Denver metro area. Before that, he served as community banking president for Pueblo and Gunnison, and as senior vice president and manager for business banking in Colorado Springs. Matthews serves on the Colorado Economic Development Commission, the University of Colorado President's Leadership Institute board, Boulder Community Foundation, the Boulder Economic Council and the Avista Adventist Hospital board.

Keith Montoya has worked for most of his professional life in some of the most prestigious and accomplished law firms, including Patton Boggs and Kamlet Reichert. This first-hand experience, his background and relationships with many of Denver's top lawyers, combined with his experience at managing personnel and situations led him into politics. Montoya was the deputy campaign manager and finance director for the election efforts of Colorado Attorney General Ken Salazar. Following this successful campaign, Montoya decided to launch his own operation, D1 Solutions. In 2005, he was named one of the "Top 40 under 40" by the Denver Business Journal. In 2006, Governor Bill Ritter appointed Montoya to his Technology Transition Committee. The following year, Mayor John Hickenlooper appointed him to the influential Denver County Judicial Nomination Commission. In addition to his key appointments, Montoya is committed to his community. He serves on the board of directors of the Denver Children's Museum and is the chairperson of the Business Development Committee for the Denver Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

City of Littleton has Openings for Police Officers

Job Description:

Performs assigned and self-initiated patrol activities during assigned patrol shifts or special assignments to enforce laws and applicable ordinances in order to maintain peace and order within the community. Responds to calls for service and assistance and initiates law enforcement contacts, as appropriate. Obtains appropriate information at the scene; determines whether a criminal or civil matter; evaluates information; determines if a criminal event has occurred and takes appropriate action. Provides information, advice and assistance regarding police and community services and crime prevention information. Operates assigned police vehicle, radio, telephone, personal computer with assigned software and uses authorized equipment and weapons, as appropriate, to perform essential job functions. Works under the direct supervision and direction of the assigned patrol sergeant. Works under the general supervision of the patrol lieutenant.

For complete information on this position, go to: http://www.littletongov.org/jobs/default.asp

Metlife of the Rockies is Growing and Wants Motivated Individuals!

Stephanie Martinez, PHR
Agency Recruiting Director
MetLife of the Rockies
6400 S.Fiddlers Green Circle Suite 600
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Phone 303-779-6531
Fax 303-779-6520
smartinez@metlife.com

To view our Realistic Job Preview, please go to:
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Tony Rosacci’s Fine Catering Seeking Event Specialist

Job summary:
Present and sell company products and services to current and potential clients offering quality and consistency.

Summary of essential job functions:

• Immediately greets all customers and ensures customer satisfaction.
• Set outside appointments with potential clients
• Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific targets and to project the number of contacts to be made.
• Adhere to cold call requirements set by the company
• Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity.
• Prepare proposals and sales contracts.
• Complete Sales Person Event Checklist for every Event
• Coordinate vendor deliveries and submit invoices for payment
• Collect payment for Contracts
• Develop and maintain current product knowledge.
• Remain abreast of competition
• Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships.
• Identify and resolve client concerns.
• Prepare a variety of status reports, including: prospecting pipeline, conversion, and actual sales volume vs sales goals.
• Communicate new product and service opportunities, special developments, information, or feedback gathered through field activity to appropriate company staff.
• Adhere to phone day assignment and completes associated duties
• Other duties as assigned
• Participate in marketing events such as seminars, trade shows, and telemarketing events.  
• Assist with on-the-job training to new sales employees.
• Maintains a safe, clean and healthy environment.
• May be required to be onsite for selected events
• Communicates and plans with sales team.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned

Standard job functions:

• Upholds the 5 guiding principles of the company
• Support goals and vision of Operations Manager
• Consistently presents a professional personal image and uphold the company’s uniform policy
• Maintain safe, clean and well-organized working and shopping environment
• Comply with all regulatory rules and regulations including HACCP, OSHA, Dept. of Labor, Weights and Measures and local food and sanitation laws.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including holidays and weekends

Mandatory qualification requirements:

• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and use organizational skills

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For more information contact Lynnea Louison at llouison2000@yahoo.com.
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Consider Hiring a University of Denver Student for Your Next Internship Opening!

Hiring an intern can contribute enormous benefits for both your organization and the student including creating a talent pipeline with this WIN-WIN opportunity.  Contact the Career Center today to learn more about hiring University of Denver students for internship opportunities by calling or emailing Ruth Prochnow, Career/Internship Counselor at 303-871-4705 or rprochno@du.edu   If you are ready to list your internship, click on: https://ucan-csm.symplicity.com/employers
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Strategic Programs Seeking Applicants for International Interviewer and Business Development Consultant

Job Title: International Interviewer
Reports To: Data Collection Supervisor
Classification: Non-exempt

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:
Supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: professional excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, accountability, ownership, and commitment to our community.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Conduct phone interviews in language, primarily via outbound calling, but also via inbound callbacks and calls made by appointment

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct Interviews by telephone Type interview data and comments into database simultaneous to interview Translate comments to English Call back respondents at assigned times or by appointment Assist with entering data from paper surveys

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS: Excellent command of one or more of the following languages: Mandarin Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Turkish, Danish, German, Ukrainian Excellent command of English including spelling and grammar High-level typing skills, including speed and accuracy Excellent telephone voice and demeanor Knowledge of clerical, office administrative procedures, and use of office equipment Knowledge of computer software applications in word processing and spreadsheets High level interpersonal skills, demonstrated poise, diplomacy, professional image, integrity, accuracy, attention to detail, responsiveness, self-control, adaptability, and diligence. Seeks information before acting when faced with uncertainty Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction. Superior verbal and written communication.

Material and Equipment Directly Used: Desktop computer, Copy machine, Fax machine, Telephone with headset

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Job Title: Business Development Consultant

Our Vision: “We improve the human ecosystems of organizations in which the development of individuals expands to improve their families, their communities, and the world.” We design client-specific individual and organizational assessments, collect quality data, and develop data-driven solutions that link to our clients’ business objectives – often with a measurable ROI.

Since 1988, we have designed research and data-driven solutions for client-specific needs, working with mid-size to global organizations that know the ROI on investing in committed, capable employees. We make a difference in people’s lives, and our people take great pride in the quality of their work.
Most of our business is in the Pacific and Central time zones. This is inside sales, with the BDC’s input into selecting his/her territory, including global companies. In 2012, we will be conducting business in fourteen languages.

We seek an experienced Business Development Consultant who has:
 At least 5 years business development experience – minimum 2 years selling to mid-size and large organizations
 Superior oral and written communication and presentation skills
 B2B experience in consultative sales of services to decision makers,
 An understanding of HR/OD assessments – 360, organizational assessments, exit interviews, retention strategies, M&A, consulting, etc.

Job Summary:
This inside sales consultant will use Salesforce and incoming leads to engage prospects, conduct needs assessments, and present our capabilities by webinar or by going on site with our team. Being responsible for achieving sales targets, he or she will:
 Innovatively adapt our products and services to clients’ needs
 Live our values while developing a fertile territory
 Seek to understand before seeking to be understood
 Walk away from a sale that is inconsistent with our mission, vision, and values
 Travel as needed (estimated 15%) for PowerPoint presentations and trade shows
 Sell to your existing relationships and request referrals
 Develop prospects in our Salesforce CRM through cold calls, ezine marketing,
 Opportunity for advancement after proven success

We value Excellence, Teamwork, Client Focus, Truth, and Integrity. If you are a top sales professional looking for an opportunity in a growing company, while making a difference in the world, let’s talk.

Compensation/Benefits:
Salary plus commission, based on qualifications and experience. Health benefits, dental, retirement plan and paid time off available after introductory period. Opportunity to work with great people.

How to Apply: Email resume and cover letter with salary history to careers@strategicprogramsinc.com.

The job descriptions above is not intended to describe the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but to give applicants a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of the position. As business demands change, so, too, may the functions of this position.
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