June 2013
President's Pen

I hope everyone had a great Memorial Day weekend and I'm sure you all join me in extending a debt of gratitude to all the Heritage Greens residents that have served or are currently serving in our Armed Forces! It's always great to see so many American flags flying in front of the houses.

             

We had a very successful opening of the pool and I hope everyone is enjoying the community area with friends and family. A special thanks to Kyle Linhardt (pool), Sue Carothers, Holly Malcolm (Gators swim team) and many others for a seamless start to the season for residents. Behind the scenes, these volunteers put countless hours into making our neighborhood pool and programs best in class!

 

You may have noticed the outstanding improvements in our lifeguard enforcement of the rules at the pool this year. Upon entering, residents are being asked to sign in and the guest policy is being strictly enforced. The majority of feedback has been very positive and our residents will now be able to enjoy the pool as intended without non-residents funneling in and out as they choose. Please support the lifeguards as they have a very difficult job and are looking out for your safety and protection. If you have feedback or concerns, please email or call Kyle or myself directly and we will be happy to help. We understand there are unique situations and do our best to accommodate them.

 

Lastly, it's important to remind parents that you are ultimately responsible for your kids and their behavior in the common areas. Use of these areas and our programs is a privilege (not a right). In Heritage Greens we strive to be respectful to our friends, teammates and neighbors.

 

Here's to a great summer break!

 

Jeff Rector, HOA President, HGPres@gmail.com
Remember to click on the advertisements you see in this newsletter to visit the advertisers' websites. Please support those companies that support Heritage Greens.
 
Gator Gallop a Run-Away Success!

We would like to extend a large THANK YOU to all of our 2013 Gator Gallop participants, sponsors and volunteers. We had over 180 participants and we raised over $1000 for our swim team!

 

We would especially like to thank the following volunteers for making the event a success: Charlene Brock, Whitney Cain, Jan McElhiney, Ann O'Connor, Alison Rank, Dave & Tammy Nasse, Jennifer Gruidel, Cathy Musslewhite, Margie Bradley, Kirstin Hidahl, Leslie Suh, Micheall Galvin, Nick Lepetsos, Dave & Melissa Mooney, and Aaron & Kristen Dimig.

 

We extend a tremendous thank you to our T-Shirt sponsors - Anne Dresser Kocur of Fuller Sotheby's Realty and Leslie McGivern of Affiliated Financial Group. Additionally, we thank the Lawton-Taylor Academy who sponsored all the cash prizes for 8 and Under Boys and Girls as well as Dr. Darrell Havener, DDS of Highlands Ranch Orthodontics, who sponsored all the cash prizes for the 9-10 Boys and Girls. Many local businesses also made our event a success by offering generous prizes to our winners - Big Bills New York Pizza, Massage Envy, THC Style, Wild Basil Restaurant, Eskimo Ski & Board Shop, Tapas D'Jerez, and The Drenched 5K. Thank you sponsors!

 

Finally, our 2013 Gator Gallop Winners!

 

 

 

Men Masters 30+

1)    Jeff Gruidel (11:32)

2)    Patrick McKinnon

3)    Scott Cain (while pushing a stroller!)

 

Women Masters 30+

1)    Marla Terwilliger (13:41)

2)    Meredith McKinnon

3)    Lisa Singer

 

Adult Walker/Stroller Pusher

1)    Andrew Chavez

2)    Suzette Loving

 

Women 15-29

1)    Peter Holben (12:58)

 

Men 15-29

1)    Harper Brown (16:48)

 

Boys 13-14

1)    Jake Reed (13:30)

2)    Blayne Lincoln

3)    Matt Franzen

 

Girls 13-14

1)    Carlin Deniken (23:12)

2)    Allison Smith

3)    Maren Singer

 

Boys 11-12

1)    Mason Singer (13:40)

2)    Jared Green

3)    Ben Smith

 

Girls 11-12

1)    Courtney Brown (21:00)

2)    Abby Johnson

 

Boys 9-10

1)    Parker Applegate (12:49)

2)    Walker Kurtz

3)    Jack Terwilliger

 

Girls 9-10

1)    Claire Applegate (14:52)

2)    Mackenzie McElhiney

3)    Amelia Wenger 

 

Boys 8 and Under

1)    Jaxson Schmeling (16:15)

2)    Graham Reed

3)    Cole Brandsma

 

Girls 8 and Under

1)    Abigail Morgan (16:22)

2)    Haley DaHarb

3)    Berkley McKinnon

 

Fastest Dog

1)    Lola Brown (19:52)

 

To see all the photos from photographer, Meredith McKinnon, click here. 

Moms, Pops and Tots!
We hope everyone with children 0-6 years old can join in this event
(older siblings welcome of course!)
We will linger for several hours, so come when you can!
 
RSVP to the Evite*
and drop off your check at 5416 E Links Circle
 
*Any questions, or if you need to be added to the MPT email list
(for families with kids 0-6 years) please contact:
Beth Thompson | beththompson@remax.net | 720-375-2424
Alison Rank | alisonjrank@comcast.net | 303-517-1090

 More Events This Summer!
This BBQ will kick off weekly "MPT Tuesday Evening Play Nights" at the pool ~ we'll be making a point to come to the pool on Tuesday evenings. (With all of our own dinner supplies after this 1st MPT sponsored event.) Let's make Tuesdays a weekly thing to look forward to ~ please join us!! In addition, we are planning a sponsored/hosted event during each month ~ starting with this event in June all the way through September! Stay tuned to the MPT newsletter and this newsletter for details to come.

Do you have a child entering Kindergarten this Fall?
We will be coordinating some events specifically for our children entering Kindergarten this fall - so they can all bond and get to know some friendly faces. Please email Alison Rank to be included in the communication about these events. Alison Rank | alisonjrank@comcast.net | 303-517-1090

Tennis Season is in Full Swing!
A few reminders:

1. The court trash cans are often overflowing. PLEASE take a moment to empty the small trashcans into the large trash and recycle bins.

 

2. Please use the new reservation system to reserve a tennis court or the volleyball court. You can also walk on but reservations take precedence. 

 

3. Be sure to delete your reservation if you can not use it so that it is available to others. On the reservations page on the website, click MY RESERVATIONS at the top of the page.

 

4. Check out the tennis court rules and the reservation policy here.   

 

Marty Smith, League Coordinator, mlsmiff@msn.com 

Diane Liberty, Tennis and Volleyball, familyliberty@yahoo.com  

 
Gator Swim Team - It's Gator Time!!

We are off to a great start with the Gator swim season. The weather has been wonderful and our registration numbers are up with a great group of enthusiastic kids ready swim.

  

POOL DATES OF INTEREST 

 

The Gators will host two home dual meets during the regular Rocky Mountain Swim League Season. They are on Saturday June 1 against The Preserve and Saturday June 29 against Willow Creek II.

 

There will be two additional meets at our pool. Our Pre-Team of 6-year-olds and younger have their own Mini-Meet late afternoon on Wednesday June 26. We will also host the 11-12 year old RMSL Preliminary Meet on Thursday July 11. Please come out and cheer for our wonderful kids if you get a chance.  

  

FRIDAY GATOR GRILL!  

 

Come join your friends and enjoy hot dogs and hamburgers cooked to order by your Gator coaches Fridays 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Open May 31 through the end of Gator swim season. 

 

MASTERS SWIMMING   

 

Masters Swimming is for all ages and ability levels with on deck coaching and a structured workout regimen.  Whether you swim for fitness, to train for triathlons or to compete in meets, these organized, coached workouts will be right for you.  Workouts are structured to meet the needs of various levels of swimming skill and the coaches will provide adjustments for individual needs based on their ability.  It will be offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 a.m. -7 a.m. now through July 19. The cost is $5 per session.  Please contact Coach Chad coachchadhggators@gmail.com  or Coach Silas coachsilashggators@gmail.com with any questions.

 

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Our great coaches would love one-on-one time with the kids to help with skill building and to reinforce concepts covered in regular practice. They offer half hour private lessons for $20 per half hour or buy a 6 lesson package for $100. Please contact your coaches for further information and to set up a lesson schedule.

 

Coach Chad - coachchadhggators@gmail.com 

Coach Silas - coachsilashggators@gmail.com 

Coach Chris - coachchrishggators@gmail.com 

Coach Nate - coachnatehggators@gmail.com 

Coach Emily - coachemilyhggators@gmail.com 

 

2013 Schedule

  • June1st - Home Meet against The Preserve
  • June 7th - Pasta Pep Rally
  • June 8th - Away Meet at Cherry Knolls
  • June 11th - Individual Photos and Pancakes
  • June 13th - Triathlon
  • June 15th - Tri Swim Meet at Stonegate with The Knolls
  • June 19th - Pirates Cove
  • June 22nd - Away Meet at Forest Park
  • June 22nd - Family Night
  • June 26th - Pre-Team Mini Meet
  • June 29th - Home Meet against Willow Creek II (Team Photo before Meet)
  • July 8th - Prelims Week. HG will host 11-12 Prelims on July 11th.
  • July 13th - Finals at Stonegate & Awards Night at 7:30

Team web site:http://heritagegreens.rmsl.org  

 

Feel free to contact the parent managers, we are always happy to hear from you.

 

Sue Carothers (720) 529-8042, sailkerry@comcast.net

& Holly Malcolm (303) 808-8682, hollymalcolm@comcast.net

Parent Reps, Heritage Greens Gators

  
Save the Date - GATOR GOLF CLASSIC



Benefiting the Heritage Greens Swim Club

Monday August 26th, 2013

8:30 am - Shotgun Start

South Suburban Golf Course

 

Registration materials coming soon!

 

Hosted by the Malcolm Family. Sponsored by Holly Malcolm. 

 

 

 


      

Get It Approved Before You Make Changes

The Architectural Control Committee must approve all updates and changes to homes, roofs and landscaping. Requests should be made 30 days prior to work starting.

 

Requests should be submitted in writing to ACCU per the request form (click here). If you are thinking about a new roof, please review the approved roofing materials (click here). 

 

Click here for more information and to review all the documents before submitting your request.   

 
Recycle, Reduce, Reuse

rcycle In the spirit of helping our community, here are a few tips that can help you recycle, reduce and reuse.


RECYCLE: Latex Paint - GreenSheen Paint

31 E. Panama Dr. Unit I; Centennial, CO. 80121

(303) 514-3955.  

  • "Not only does GreenSheen recycle the paint we collect, we also recycle the plastic and metal cans and pails it comes out of.
  • We use the products we gather to produce our quality latex paint that is available in a wide range of designer inspired colors, great for use inside and out and available at a fraction of the cost of virgin content paints.
  • We accept latex paint (not oil based or any other chemical based) that is in liquid form and in its original packaging.  
  • We do not consolidate partially full cans of paint. We collect paint by volume, not container. There is no incentive to consolidate partially full cans. We want the paint in its original containers so we can more accurately identify it." 

REUSE: Used Towels

We will collect towels at the pool at the end of each month and donate those towels to the Denver Rescue Mission.


REDUCE: Yard Waste 

When yard waste is added to the landfill it will break down more quickly if it is not in a plastic bag. Think about putting your yard waste in a bag that breaks down or directly into your regular trash.     

 

RECYCLE: Do Your Part at the Pool 

We have 2 types of trash receptacles. Please use the yellow-lidded bins for anything that is recyclable: papers, magazines, water bottles, etc.

Do Your Part on the Tennis Courts:  We have provided a recycle bin at the tennis courts.  Walk your opened tennis ball cans, lids, plastic bottles, wine bottles and cans into the recycle bin. It is located on your way out and it is a tiny way to help.


REUSE: Garage Sale

Be saving your items for the annual neighborhood garage sale that is held at the end of the summer. 



Website Feature of the Month: Business Directory

There is yet another new feature available on our website called the Business Directory. Take a look here: http://www.heritagegreens.org/busdirectory.php

But it needs content!! Do you have a favorite doctor, contractor, painter, landscaper, etc.? Submit your favorite businesses. If you don't see the right category just suggest a new one.

Do you own a business that could be listed here? Feel free to write your own description and promote your company. Be sure to note that the business is owned by a HG resident.

You can also submit a review of a business.

All submissions will be reviewed and approved before they appear on the website.

 
Safety: What a Burglar Won't Tell You
 
I love looking in your windows. I'm looking for signs that you're home, and for flat screen TVs or gaming systems I'd like. I'll drive or walk through your neighborhood at night, before you close the blinds, just to pick my targets.

Sometimes, I carry a clipboard. Sometimes, I dress like a lawn guy and carry a rake. I do my best to never, ever look like a crook.

Hey, thanks for letting me use the bathroom when I was working in your yard last week. While I was in there, I unlatched the back window to make my return a little easier.

Yes, I really do look for newspapers piled up on the driveway. And I might leave a pizza flyer in your front door to see how long it takes you to remove it.

Do you really think I won't look in your sock drawer? I always check dresser drawers, the bedside table, and the medicine cabinet. Here's a helpful hint: I almost never go into kids' rooms.

You're right: I won't have enough time to break into that safe where you keep your valuables. But if it's not bolted down, I'll take it with me.

I'll break a window to get in, even if it makes a little noise. If your neighbor hears one loud sound, he'll stop what he's doing and wait to hear it again. If he doesn't hear it again, he'll just go back to what he was doing. It's human nature.

You should announce your vacation on your Facebook page. It's easier than you think to look up your address.

I always knock first. If you answer, I'll ask for directions somewhere or offer to clean your gutters. (Don't take me up on it.) If you don't answer when I knock, I try the door. Occasionally, I hit the jackpot and walk right in.

Read them all here.
 

Heritage Greens Website
One Account Per Household
Each household has one account (that means you have to share your log in information with your wife/husband). The user name is the email associated with the address. If we have two emails for your household, only one of them will be the user name. The password is a random set of letters and numbers. If you lost your log in information please contact me at HGNewsWeb@gmail.com.

Features
  • Click on Tennis, VB & Community Room Reservations to see when these amenities are available, as well as make reservations for tennis or volleyball courts.
  • Under Community Room you will find instructions and information on how to reserve the community room for an event.  
  • Check out Teen Services to see what services teens are offering around the neighborhood.
  • There is also the Find a Sitter page where baby and pet sitters can post their information.  
  • The Message Board allows you to post your own message to the neighborhood. Be sure to click My Subscriptions at the top to choose the topics that interest you.
  • There is a Classifieds page so feel free to post what you wan 
    t to sell with a photo. 
  • Under HOA Documents you can find all the information you need before making changes to your home, as well as minutes from the board meetings and financials. 
  • And don't forget all the information in the Resident Directory. You can search for friends and neighbors by their name or address.
If you have any questions, problems or concerns, feel free to contact me directly.
 
Heidi Elliott, HG News & Web
Please No Contractor Signs

Contractor signs are not allowed to be displayed in Heritage Greens at any time. Homeowners who have contractor signs will be called and asked to remove them.