Xeriscape Project Spruces Up Andover Glen Park

By Randy Simpson

Andover Glen Park got a makeover this past month as a group of hardy volunteers spent several hours planting and moving mulch. This project was part of the City of Aurora’s Xeriscape Rebate Program in which the city encourages the removal of grass and the planting of xeriscape plants to reduce the use of water. All plants costs will be reimbursed by the city (over $4000 worth) and the Association only paid for the delivery of mulch as the actual mulch was donated.

Derrick Laughlin helped coordinate the work day and isn’t shy about hard work

Quink Arlt shows there’s some brawn behind her beauty

Dave Estes also helped coordinate the day and shows his skill with a shovel

Overall, there were about 9 or 10 Andover Glen neighbors who contributed to the work day,

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including Norm and Quink Arlt, Dave and Patty Estes, Anne Stellmon, Derrick Lauglin and Lynn Walton, Randy Simpson, Bob Stracy, and Ron & Linda Adams. Over the long term, it is hoped this project will not only beautify Andover Glen Park, but save the Association money in reduced watering costs. ~

Anne Stellmon isn’t just a great Association Secretary—she’s agile with garden tools!

The results of the hard labor are a more beautiful Andover Glen Park!

Mark your Calendar Now for the Andover Glen Summer Picnic

By Debra Jones

Andover Glen has already had a busy summer with garage sales, dumpster days, xeriscape projects and the community garden.  So, we have set aside Saturday, August 29^th for your family to come to the Annual AG Picnic at the Park.  The food, fun and festivities will begin at 1:00 p.m.  The Association will be providing a BBQ with soda, bottled water, paper plates, silverware and napkins.  We would like the homeowners with odd house numbers to bring your favorite salad and the homeowners with even numbers to bring your favorite dessert.  We are unable to offer alcoholic beverages, but you are allowed to bring your favorite (alcoholic) drinks.  So grab your lawn chairs and come enjoy an afternoon in your park with your neighbors.  If it just happens to “rain” on our picnic, we will have the picnic on Saturday, September 12^th, same time - same place.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Debra at debsew79@msn.com. ~

Keep a Watch for Summer Vandals

By Derrick Laughlin

With the warmer weather, it seems some young people can’t seem to find anything better to do with their time and a few dozen eggs than plaster them

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on cars in our neighborhood. Some cars have even been hit more than once. This activity usually occurs late at night or very early in the morning, and seems to be instigated by kids either driving or walking through our neighborhood. We encourage everyone to keep and eye out for suspicious activity and people of all types in our neighborhood and don’t hesitate to take action of you see something suspicious by calling the non-emergency number of the Aurora Police Department at 303-627-3100 or even contact me personally at (cusleuth@comcast.net) or 720-379-4616.  It’s only by sticking together and being observant and aware that we can discourage and reduce vandalism and other such activity in our neighborhood. When the word gets out that Andover Glen residents are keeping a close watch on their neighborhood, the would-be vandals will tend to go elsewhere.

There is a special AGHA email alert system in our neighborhood that several dozen families are already using for special notification of suspicious or police activity in the neighborhood. It also serves to inform AG residents of up and coming events helpful for each household.  It is voluntary to join so please consider being part of this neighborhood watch group by sending your email to Derrick Laughlin (cusleuth@comcast.net). All email addresses are kept confidential and used for these purposes only.  Let’s be vigilant, aware, and look out for each other! ~

Call 303-627-3100 to report suspicious activity (APD Dispatch)

www.aurorapolice.com

Free Banks in Harmony Summer Concerts Held Around Aurora

By Randy Simpson

In several locations around Aurora, the Banks in  Harmony Summer Concert Series is being

held this summer. These free concerts can add the right mix of music and fun to your summer evening. Here’s a list of the upcoming events:

Chase N The Dream - Old School R&B and Dance
July 9
Del Mar Park

The Wendy Woo Band - Pop Rock

July 16
Utah Park

Hot Tomatoes – Big Band Swing

July 23
Utah Park

Western Flyer - Country Western

July 30
Meadowood Park

Patrick Emerine - Contemporary and Classic Rock

August 6
Meadowood Park

(For weather cancellations, call 303-344-1500 after 3 p.m.)

Bands subject to change.

Plan now for disposing of your unwanted Household Chemicals in September

By Randy Simpson

Every September Aurora Water hosts the Household Chemical Roundup. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, September 12, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the City Central Facilities, 13645 E. Ellsworth Ave. (just north of Alameda & Potomac. For information call 303-739-7372. ~

Andover Glen Budget for 2009-2010

Note: Net income is added to reserves to cover the cost of unexpected items such as legal fees, grounds maintenance, sprinkler repair, and other unanticipated costs incurred throughout the fiscal year.

Annual Dues Due July 1^st!

Don’t forget your AG Annual Dues were due July 1^st, with a grace period until August 1^st. Unpaid dues will incur

 interest after Aug. 1^st!

We are always looking for informative and interesting articles for the Gazette. If you have one you’d like to share,  please contact Randy Simpson at rgatess@yahoo.com