TRAILMARK NEWSSHEA Property - TrailMark Development Advocacy Committee (TDAC)
During the July TrailMark HOA Board meeting, the proposed senior center project was discussed. The HOA board asked for volunteers to take on the project of developing a strategy for responding to the proposed project. 10 residents/homeowners volunteered. Additional information may be found on the TrailMark website and Facebook sites as it becomes available. The first TrailMark Development Advocacy Committee, to be referred to as TDAC, meeting was held on August 2nd, at 6:30pm in Fire Station 19. Purpose of the meeting was to discuss the proposed senior living center on the north corner of Wadsworth and TrailMark Parkway, and to develop a strategy for (1) responding to both the City of Littleton and to the project architect; (2) informing the TrailMark community of the proposal and actions being taken on their behalf; (3) develop a strategy for gauging community concerns with the proposal. HOA President Sally Janssen reviewed the city’s Development Review Process, suggested an approach, and asked for ideas on how to best respond to the issue. The Committee is currently developing a written response to the architect and the City, in preparation for the scheduled Pre-Application Meeting between the City of Littleton and the project architect scheduled on August 23rd. In addition, the committee is developing a strategy for soliciting community involvement in order to gather homeowner concerns and to obtain signatures which will demonstrate to the City and the architect, our homeowner commitment to involvement throughout the process. Committee concerns include potential:
Please stay tuned to the HOA website, Facebook page and newsletter for additional information as it becomes available. Posted August 8, 2018 PLEASE BEWARE!!
Potential Bear Scat reported in TrailMark (7/31/2018) A TrailMark resident reported finding bear scat in their S. Dover Way yard. Although a bear was not sighted, dogs were barking up a backyard tree. We have contacted Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Be vigilant as you walk/ride around TrailMark and ensure that dogs are leashed. 
Bears are visiting TrailMark! Be Vigilant!! Remember: Colorado is bear country! Please Do Your Part to Keep Bears Wild!! Bear Facts for Homeowners:
If you see a bear or have evidence of a bear (such as bear scat), please notify Colorado Parks and Wildlife. They gather information for reports and advise the local officer if removal is necessary. Contact Colorado Parks and Wildlife at:
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 291-7227 BE SAFE!! BE BEAR AWARE!!! 
Shea Property - Update
The Shea property was discussed at the July 12th HOA Board meeting. The property has a potential buyer who has submitted a preliminary property proposal to the City of Littleton. It is important to note that this is a proposal and a formal plan has not been submitted for evaluation. What we know so far is that the entity considering the property purchase is proposing a senior living center. The proposal includes three buildings, 156 parking spaces, and “significant” green space. A four story building is planned for independent living with attached community center, and a two story building is planned for assisted living. The architect has requested a meeting with the City of Littleton to discuss a variance for an additional 10 ft of building height equaling 60 ft in total height. In addition, the architect must request a modification to the existing planned development documents to allow a new type of use. This is not a zoning change but an amendment to the original plans. This will require a community meeting and we encourage everyone to watch the website and TrailMark HOA Facebook page for information on when that meeting will take place. The Facebook page and the website will be updated most often as we receive more information. Posted August 1, 2018 
Drivers: Reminder to Stop when School Bus Lights are Flashing
As we start a new school year, we would like to remind residents that when the school bus lights are flashing RED, drivers must stop from every direction. Colorado law states: "You must stop your vehicle at least 20 feet before reaching a school bus that is stopped with its red lights flashing whether it is on your side of the road, the opposite side of the road, or at an intersection you are approaching. You must remain stopped until the flashing red lights are no longer operating. Watch carefully for children near the school bus and children crossing the roadway before proceeding." Posted August 1, 2018 
Notice from City of Littleton Public Works
The City will start a construction project on TrailMark Parkway near Cambridge Place on August 7th. The work is a rehabilitation of the failing/moving culvert wing walls. Traffic on the Parkway will be maintained during construction, but may be slightly shifted around the construction area. Work is projected to take approximately one month. Posted August 1, 2018 Common Area Committee Report
June and July are the big growth months for the lawns and the weeds. It is a challenge keeping up with the mowing of the native grasses, which are only mowed about 3 times a year, and keeping the weeds under control. South Suburban mows the native, and Mountain High Lawn and Landscape mows the rest, including the bluegrass. You may have noticed along TrailMark Parkway on the north side, every other section that is left natural is also not irrigated. We have planted tall grasses in between the sections so they are more delineated. Just had an annual meeting with South Suburban Parks and Rec District. George the arborist says that the emerald ash borer is still a ways north of us, but the lilac ash borer could be infesting and killing your ash trees in TrailMark. They can be treated by an arborist, so check out any you may have on your property. The Japanese beetles are infesting some linden, crabapple and some elm trees. Check the leaves of your trees and if they are eaten leaving only the stem, you may have a problem. Pinewood nemotodes, a microscopic worm has been infesting some Scotch and Austrian Pines in the Lone Tree area. None have been discovered yet in our area, but let us know if a pine tree dies. They do not affect the ponderosa pines, which are more native to Colorado. An Austrian Pine has a cluster of three needles in a clump. The ponderosa pines have only two needles to a clump. We have both types here in TrailMark in various locations. If your yard backs into open space, and you have a tree or two that are on common areas, please help out the irrigation and water them yourselves. Many areas have irrigation, and often it is inadequate for the weather conditions. Examples are long hot spells like we are having now, or dry cold winters without much moisture, whether it be rain or snow. If you like the trees and enjoy them behind your house, even though they are in open space, please give them some additional water. Please! We are thinking of adding a nine hole Frisbee golf course to the open area to the west of the shelter in Hogback Hill Park. Please let us know if you think that is a good idea or not. We will also, eventually, be expanding a new trail from the parking lot to the viewpoint benches at Sled Hill and then on to the east to connect to the regular trail. 
Posted August 1, 2018
Privacy Fence Replacement Plans
The TrailMark Fence Replacement Subcommittee has been exploring various material options for privacy fence replacement, to begin in 2019. Privacy fences refer to the 5 foot and 6 foot tall fences as seen along TrailMark Parkway, South Independence St. and various other parts of the neighborhood. This does not include the split rail fences. It is expected that the HOA & TMMD boards will make a decision on privacy fence replacement during their September meetings. Posted August 1, 2018 Garage Door Standard
During the July HOA board meeting, the board approved a Design Review Committee request to add a new paragraph to the Design Guidelines regarding garage doors. With the increase in the number of requests to install new garage doors, the DRC decided to simplify requests by consolidating all requirements into one, concise paragraph. You will find the paragraph posted on the HOA website at: https://www.trailmark.org/garage-door-standard.html Posted August 1, 2018 
New Trail near TrailMark
The new Black Bear Trail opened behind TrailMark on August 1, 2018. Enjoy cautiously. Photo by Tom Fisk 
HOA Board Meeting Date Changed
Please note that the date for the next HOA Board Meeting has been changed from September 13th to September 20th. 
TrailMark Night at the Corn Maze
Tuesday, September 25th, 5:00-8:00 pm at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms, 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Rd, Littleton. $3 per person. Cash only. Kettle corn, hay rides, barrel rides and face painting are included! Posted August 1, 2018 
TM5K & Family Fun Run October 20th
Celebrate Fall with your neighbors and friends and join us for a morning full of fun. The festivities will include a 5K Run/Walk, a 1 Mile family fun run, face painting and bounce houses! But that's not all because we want to see you and yours in your best Halloween costume, prizes will be awarded for best costumes! Registration opens on August 1st. Click here to register. We are looking for sponsors from neighborhood business owners. If you are interested in sponsoring part of the event, please email the Social Committee at social@trailmarkhoa.org. Posted August 1, 2018 Scam Alert!
Deputy Sheriff Brad Herman, Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Several citizens have reported to us that they’ve received calls from someone claiming to be with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office or are calling for a relative in an attempt to scam residents out of their money. Unfortunately they have spoofed the JeffCom number 303-277-0211 to appear legit. The scammer is also sometimes representing themselves as Mike Reiter. Don’t fall for it, JeffCo! Individuals across the country are getting these calls today and we don’t want you to be a victim. The JCSO will NEVER ask you for money. Learn more about common scams here: https://www.jeffco.us/Blog.aspx?CID=2 
Posted July 31, 2018
Time to register for the Fall Citizen's Academy
The next Citizen's Academy starts Thursday, September 6 and meets 6:00-9:30 p.m. every Thursday for 11 consecutive weeks. There is no fee. Each session includes dinner, instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises. For more information, contact Sergeant Steve Skundberg at 303-795-3846. What is the Citizen's Academy? The Littleton Police Citizen's Academy is a series of classes designed to give community members a peek into the inner workings of the Littleton Police Department. A diverse selection of topics is covered in an effort to give attendees an idea of what, why, and how the police operate. Each topic is taught by Littleton police officers or civilian staff members, each an expert in their field. Each instructor describes the functions of his/her position and is available to answer questions. Some of the classes also include practical exercises. Participation in demonstrations and exercises is voluntary. Additionally, each participant has a chance to ride along with a patrol officer and spend time in the communications center. What is the goal of the Citizen's Academy? The goal of the Citizen's Academy is to promote a better relationship between the police department and the community it serves and to foster a clearer understanding of a police officer's duties, how the officer carries out those duties, and the end results of the officer's actions. The Citizen Academy is not being held to train citizens as police officers or to exercise police authority of any kind. What will citizens learn? The instructors are comprised of Littleton police officers and civilian staff members. These instructors will describe the functions of their position and will be available to field any questions that arise from their instruction. The classes will survey the basics of police training and will give an overview of how the police department interfaces with the rest of the criminal justice system. 
Some information for classes:
To be eligible to participate in Citizen's Academy, you:
Posted July 31, 2018 Home Page Archives
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Events Calendar
9/1 - TrailMark Monthly News Update Sign up 9/5 - Garbage pick-up Day Delayed from September 4th due to Labor Day holiday 9/18 - TMMD Regular Meeting 6:30 pm at TrailMark Learning Center 9/20 - HOA Board Meeting 7:00 pm at Fire Station 19 9/25 - TrailMark Night at the Corn Maze 5:00-8:00 pm at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms 10/1 - Quarterly Assessments Due 10/20 - TM5K & Family Fun Run 9:00 am-12:00 pm at Hogback Hill Park (Scroll down to the bottom of this page for details on upcoming events.)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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TMMD Regular Meeting
Tuesday, September 18th 6:30 pm TrailMark Learning Center, 9743 S Carr Way TrailMark Night at the Corn Maze
Tuesday, September 25th
5:00-8:00 pm Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Rd $3 per person. Cash only. Kettle corn, hay rides, barrel rides and face painting are included! |
HOA Board Meeting
Thursday, September 20th 7:00 pm Fire Station 19 8490 W Trailmark Pkwy, Littleton All are welcome. 
TM5K & Family Fun Run
Saturday, October 20th 9:00 am-12:00 pm Hogback Hill Park 8892 W Trailmark Pkwy Celebrate Fall with your neighbors and friends and join us for a morning full of fun. The festivities will include a 5K Run/Walk, a 1 Mile family fun run, face painting and bounce houses! But that's not all because we want to see you and yours in your best Halloween costume, prizes will be awarded for best costumes! Registration opens on August 1st. Click here to register. |
