The Landing At Standley Lake

SEPTEMBER 2000 NEWSLETTER

Oct 03, 2000

SEPTEMBER 2000


SAFETY CONCERN

The Arvada Parks Department recently spent two days pruning back the vegetation encroaching on the Little Dry Creek Trail, from Simms Street West to Alkire Street.

The vast majority of this vegetation is coming from adjacent backyards and trees and shrubs planted by homeowners between the trail and backyard fences.

Parks employees are responsible for maintaining approximately 30,000 trees in city parks and city right-of-ways and another 500 acres of open space. Vegetation encroaching on public trails is a safety hazard to trail users and despite our best efforts and intentions, there are times when it is impossible to keep up with the task.

For the safety of all trail users, the Parks Department is asking homeowners who live along the Little Dry Creek Trail, to please keep their shrubs and trees pruned back from the trail.

THE GARDENS AT THE LANDING

Due to the dry winter last year and further dry conditions we have experienced, we are seeing a great amount of tree die back in our neighborhood. In some cases, the entire tree is killed and others just some limbs. It is difficult to tell at this time just how extensive the damage is. If the entire tree is defoliated and small branches are brittle (break off easily), then the entire tree is dead and it should be removed. On trees that show partial die back, those dead limbs should be pruned back this fall when you can observe them. This will force growth to the healthy limbs and hopefully save the tree. Your attention to these trees will help them to survive the winter. It is also recommended that trees, shrubs, and lawns are watered during the winter when we do not get snow cover. This is the period from October through February. This is very important and may be the cause of tree die back that has been experienced this summer. Water only when air temperatures are above freezing and the soil is not frozen. Water early in the day so the water soaks in before possible freezing during the night.

During our late spring walk through, we will be looking for dead trees that will have to be removed by the homeowner. We also will be looking at trees and shrubs that are growing over common area fencing. Your diligence in pruning or trimming back this growth this fall will be appreciated and avoid receiving a letter in the spring.

IN YOUR BEST INTEREST

As you know, The Landing at Standley Lake is a covenant-controlled community.

When you live in a covenant-controlled community such as The Landing, there are certain restrictions, covenants, and conditions that we as homeowners must adhere to.

Primarily, the Board of Directors of the Landing enforces these restrictions, covenants, and conditions. The Board is comprised of a group of volunteer homeowners of The Landing, elected for a three-year term at the Annual Homeowners Meeting.

As an elected Board member, each member has a legal duty and obligation to enforce these restrictions, covenants, and conditions.

We believe the covenants are for every owner?’s benefit. When covenants are enforced, it protects and enhances the value of all the property in the community.

When a covenant is violated, the Board stating the specific infringement and a date as to when the infringement must be resolved and/or addressed.

To help you avoid infringement letters in the future, the Board has developed a list of questions to ask yourself when evaluating the condition of your home or when performing your next ?“spring clean up.?”

 Do my window trim, general trim, and/or siding need to be painted or touched up?

 Is my paint trim, exterior paint color, or shed color approved by the Architectural Control Committee?

 Is my landscape, back fence, addition, or shed approved by the Architectural Control Committee?

 Are there any trash, wood, equipment, etc., stored by side or in front of my home that is visible from the street?

 Do I habitually place my trash in front of my home more than 24 hours prior to the Monday trash pick up day?

 Are there items of other than outdoor furniture stored on my front porch?

 Is my front and/or backyard in need of lawn care (e.g., dry grass, weeds, lawn not mowed for several weeks, etc.)?

 Do I need additional rocks in my rock area?

 Do I have a car and/or recreation vehicle that is stored in my driveway or is visibly stored along side of my home?

 Did I take down my holiday lights?

 Is my air conditioning unit, swamp cooler, or window fan visible from the street?

 Is my front fence in need of repair?

 Is my home or shed roof missing shingles?

 Is there a sport or other type of sign attached to my home that is visible from street?

COMMUNITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE?

Do you have the ?“knack?” to help organize a community-wide garage sale?

The Landing is in the process of determining whether interest exists to host a neighborhood garage sale next Spring 2001.

It is proposed that The Landing Homeowners Association would sponsor and advertise the event. Those homeowners who wish to participate would be responsible for the setting up, selling, and cleaning up of their front yard storefront.

If you are interested in helping to organize this event, please contact Tyler Community Management at 303/232-9200 or by e-mail at dee@dimensional.com.

BIKE PARADE

The Annual Bike Parade was again a huge success with approximately 250 kids and adults participating. Everyone there had a good time. We want to thank the Fire Department, Police Department, and Ambulance service for their participation as well as the many homeowners who helped make this event a huge success. We have promoted and have been pleased to observe that most children are wearing helmets while riding their bikes or rollerblading. We do have helmets left over from the parade and these are available to you at our cost of $8 each. If you are interested, contact Bobbie Hicks at 303/425-6465 or e-mail at Jimandbhicks@aol.com.

ADOPT A PARK, LITTLE DRY CREEK

Our last greenbelt cleanup for the year is scheduled for Saturday, October 14, at 8:30 a.m. The place to meet will be the same at 12898 West 84th Drive. Coffee, donuts, orange juice, and soft drinks will be served. It?’s a great chance to meet your neighbors and do your part in helping to keep our greenbelt clean. Remember it only takes an hour. We have enjoyed having Cub Scouts and Girls Scouts help us before. It makes an excellent public service project. Thanks for your support.