April 2012 Business Voice Newsletter

"Get Connected to the Region's Best Bus iness Network" SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955 • REPRESENTING 15,235 MEMBER EMPLOYEES • APRIL 2012 VOLUME 12, NUMBER 4

Business Person of the Year Nominees

Barbara Dice

Mike Golden

Castle Country Assisted Living

MW Golden Constructors

Mark Ste vens Town of Castle Rock

Rick Stucy

MORE NEWS INSIDE

Stucy Realty Company

Participate in Stewardship Program Success with Mobile Marketing-Business Training Douglas County Commissioner Debate Discover & Explore Spain with the Chamber New Member Orientation-Save the date Castle Rock Chamber Business Voice

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CEO Focus

2011~2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORS A change in leadership will be taking place in the near future with their installation EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE on May 11th at our Annual Banquet (see page 6 to obtain your seat). The Board of Directors hav e presented the slate o f o fficers and new directo rs to the membership C HAIRMAN OF TH E BOARD Linda Watson which include: Sky Ridge Medical Center Executive Committee: C HAIR- ELE CT Chairman—Aaron Barrick, Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile PC Aaron Barrick Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Chairman-elect—Michael Likens, gopixel design studios Patoile, P.C. Treasurer—Wendy Nelson, B2B CFO TREA SURER Pam Jenkins Nino DiMatteo—FirstBank Castle Rock Bank Immediate Past Chair—Linda Watson, Sky Ridge Medical Center TREA SURER- ELE CT

Pam Ridler, CCE New director appointments to the board include (2 year terms): President/CEO John Cona, ACME Brick Castle Rock Chamber

David Farnan, Douglas County Libraries Brooke Fox, CO Agriculture & Livestock Foundation (CALF) Lisa Frizell, Douglas County Assessor’s Office

One-year board appointments include: Eric Keller, Copper Canyon Construction (representing the Castle Rock Stars Young Professionals) Elyse McNulty, Kaiser Permanente Nadine Kirk, Re/Max Alliance Voting begins on Friday, April 6th, where the membership will have the opportunity to cast their vote through the week at the Chamber or at the Business Over Breakfast, April 13th hosted by FirstBank.

Trave l with the Chamber!

Are you ready to travel with other Chamber members and fri ends to Costa del Sol in Spain? This trip has definitely demonstrated a lot of interest. We will be leaving DIA on November 7th for this nine day excursion to Spain. This will be the Chamber’s third consecutive year with international travel.

Wendy Nelson B2B CFO

IMM EDIATE PAST C HAIRMAN Lisa Frizell Office of Douglas County Assessor

D IRECTORS Rand Clark Random Productions Jim Diaz Community Media of Colorado Nino Demotte FirstBank - Douglas County Aaron Fritz Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus B rock Goodwin Mutual of Omaha Michael Likens gopixel design studios, inc.

Laurie Lewis CoWest Insurance Group Jim Mundle Douglas County Living Magazine Jim Riley Castle Rock Development Company Lo ri Swager Premier Pilates and Wellness Mike Tafoya Estrada Strategies Jaye Thompson Colorado Community Bank

The Costa del Sol stretches along just over 90 miles of the Malaga province and is one of Spain's most popular tourist destinations. The area's mild climate is the root attraction that makes it possible to enjoy the beach es and a wide variety o f outdoor activities year round. The Costa del Sol is known for its beautiful landscapes, delicious food, all while experiencing the warmth o f its people. Here we will discover a rich EX -O FFICIO cultural heritage, fabulous beach es, coastal sites, and charming hinterland villages. On our tour we will Pam Ridler, CCE President/CEO, Castle Rock Chamber travel to the nearby towns of Seville and Rondo to take in such sights as the Alcazar Palace and Plaza de Toros, the oldest bull ring in Spain. We will have the opportunity to visit Granada and the Alhambra Palace Mayor Paul Donahue Town of Castle Rock as well as a relaxing journey to Mijas. Visiting the Costa del Sol would not be complete without a tour to Frank Gray Gibraltar to view the infamous Rock of Gibraltar. All of this and so much more awaits you on this splendid President/CEO, Castle Rock EDC trip to Spain and the Costa del Sol! Call me for more inform ation about this amazing trip 303-688-4597 or Sally Misare Town Clerk email pam@castlero ck.org.

CHAMBER STAFF Vision: Igniting passion for business success and community prosperity.

Mission: To support, encourage and prom ote member businesses in the community To be a “voice” for businesses to local and regional government To foster a livable, vital community where quality of life and positive growth are both possible

Values: Accountability — to provide transparent and responsive leadership; acting as good stewards of funds, time and resources Innovation — to inspire new ideas, solutions and opportunities Integrity — to do things right and always do the right thing Respect — to earn trust and to hold others in hig h esteem Team W ork — to motivate and empower one another to do great things Rel ationships — to build enduring connections and partnerships founded upon honesty, gratitude and commitment Diversity —to honor and value varied ideas, beli efs and practices

Your Chamber works to...

• Strengthen our local economy • Promote the community • Take political action • Create business relationships • Represent business with government

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Pam Ridler, CCE President/CEO pam@castlerock.org Melissa Moroni V.P. of Programs melissa@castlerock.org Joanne Taylor V.P. of Membership & Community Dev. joanne@castlerock.org Tammy C ratty Office Administrator tammy@castlerock.org Melissa Mares Communications Specialist mmares@castlerock.org Wendy Krzeczowski Event Manager wendy@castlerock.org Susan O’Malley Membership Account Executive susan@castlerock.org Marissa Ginger Receptionist receptionist@castlerock.org 3

BUSINESS TRAININGS

Market TechnologySuccess with Mobile Marketing/Social Media Date: April 24, 2012 Time: 11 am -1 pm Location: Castle Rock Chamber

Michael Likens President/Owner gopixel design studios

These programs are sponsored by:

Free to Chamber Members

Did you know an astounding 96% of small businesses use wirelesses devices and technology in their daily operations?

Mobile devices and technology are changing the way consumers interact with business at a breathtaking rate. Join us to learn how mobile devices are changing the way we do business and how consumers are using these devices to engage with businesses!

We will discuss: How businesse s are using mobile devices to increase productivity Mobile devices and behaviors How designing for mobile devices is different Why you should leverage mobile marketing Location based services Apps and mobile websites Social media and mobile devices Mobile commerce and near field technology

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RSVP to Tammy@castlerock.org or call 303-688-4597.

Human R esources was the topic of the March 13 session of the Chamber’s Business Boot Camp. The business owners in the class took an in-depth look at what m akes a great employee and what makes a great employer. Instructor Mike Tafoya of Estrada Strategies, walked the class through a very valuable exercise that describes the stages of an employee’s career with a company and the appropriate combination of direction and supervision at each stage. Class members also benefited from a discussion of real life and hypothetical employee relations situations.

The final portion of the class was devoted to a discussion of job descriptions and strategic ways they should and should not be used i n the recruiting process.

This was the final instructional class for the 2011 – 2012 Business Boot Camp. On April 3 the graduates will present their unique business growth implementation plans to their classmates, mentors and distinguished Castle Rock community leaders. They will receive valuable feedback and guidance as they prepare to lead their businesses to the next successful level.

Planning is underway for the 2012 -2013 Business Boot Camp beginni ng this Fall.

This is a Castle Rock Chamber-sponsored program for local businesses.

If you have an i nterest in receiving more informatio n abo ut Business Boot Camp, contact Pam Ridler at 303-688-4597 or email pam@castlerock.org or visit http://www.castlerockeg.com

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Join Douglas County Business Alliance To learn more about the Douglas County Commissioner Candidates, plan to attend:

Douglas County Commissioner Debate Wednesday, April 11th 7:30-9:00 am Castle Pines North Metro District 7404 Yorkshire Drive Castle Pines Candidates to be in attendance : Castle Rock District: Roger Partridge & Randy Reed Highlands Ranch District: Jill Repella (Uncontested) RSVP to jvanderburg@capstonegroupllc.com DCBA is a coalition of business organizations with a mission to provide a single voice for the Douglas County business community. Key issues to DCBA members include transportation, water, business-friendly public policy, education, tax policy and sustainable development.

The Douglas County Business Alliance is represent ed by: Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce, Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, Castle Rock Economic Development, Highlands Ranch Chamber of Commerce, Parker Chamber o f Commerce, Lone Tree Chamber of Commerce, and Southeast Business Partnership.

Be Inspired Over Lunch The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce welcomes Karin Thebus, a Forensic Psychologist currently working at Alvarado Parkway Institute & Behavioral Health System in La Mesa, Californi a as a Pre-Doctoral Intern.

Karin Thebus Forensic Psy chologist

Thursday, April 19, 2012 11:30am—1pm Cherokee Ranch and Castle 6113 Daniels Park Rd Sedalia, CO 80135

In the course of her duties, she performs psychological assessments on inpatient and $30 Members; $40 Non Members outpatient forensic patients. In addition, Ms. Thebus facilitates individual and group therapy in Deadline to REGISTER is April 12th. several outpatient programs. She also works with For more information or to sponsor a luncheon outpatients with addictive diseases. visit www.CastleRock.Org Sponsored By:

Forensic psychology is a field that deals with both psychology and the law. The field has witnessed dramatic growth in recent years, as more and more students become interested in this applied branch of psychology. Forensic psychologists definitely play an important role in the criminal justice system.

Education Sponsor:

Black Hills Energy

Share the challenges, dreams and accomplishments of high profile women in business, government, science and the arts!

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CHAMBER’S 2012 ANNUAL BANQUET THE WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE Come enjoy a night full of Excitement and Fun

“The Speak Easy” Auction Photo Booth 20’s and 30’s Hollywood Glam Style (6-7:30pm) Cocktails & Hors d’ oeuvres (7:30-9pm) Dinner, Program & Awards

FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012 PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY: https://castle rockchambe r.we bconne x.com/2012annualbanque t

Book Your Team Online Today! https://castlerockchamber.webconnex.com/2012ChamberGolf Singles welcomed Castle Rock Chamber Business Voice

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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

April 18th

5-7pm Location: 810 New Memphis Ct. One pass for Networking level, free for Ascent level and above $10 for Community Connection GUESTS MUST HAVE ADMITTANCE PASS

Business Over Breakfast

Free to Networking members and above, $10 for Community Connection members $20 for non-members.

Breakfasts are held Thursday mornings

April 13

FirstBank of Douglas County

June 21

H&M Transmission & Automotive/ H&M Collision & Auto Body

July 12

Douglas County Libraries

October

JM Kitchen & Bath

Nov. 15

Wells Fargo Bank

Dec. 11

January 18 Speed Racew ay

June 20 Sky Ridge Medical Center

Thursday, February 23 Legacy Hospice

July 18 Crystal Valley Ranch

March 14 Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C., Castle Rock EDC, White Construction Group, McKillip & DiCiesare CPA’s

August 15 Patriot Enterprises

April 18 CoWest Insurance Group May 16 Castle Rock Development Company The Grange in The Meadows

September 19 gopixel design studios, inc. at the Chamber October 17 TBA November 21 TBA December 5 TBA

One pass for Networking level, free for Ascent level and above $10 for Community Connection All events are 5-7:00 p.m.

GUESTS MUST HAVE ADMITTANCE PASS

Castle Rock Adventist

THANK YOU… The Castle Rock Chamber thanks Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile P.C., Castle Rock Economic Development Council, White Construction Group, Downtown Alliance, and McKillip & DiCiesare’s CPA’s for sponsoring the M arch Business After Hours at their offices located at 18 S. Wilcox. Guest enjoyed food and beverages set to a St. Patrick’s day theme.

Thank you to photographer Paulette M urphy for the BAH photo.

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PRESIDENT’S LEVEL

APRIL

CASTLE ROCK BANK COMMUNITY MEDIA OF COLORADO S KY RIDGE MEDICAL CENTER

EXECUTIVE LEVEL BLACK HILLS ENERGY CASTLE ROCK ADVENTIST HEALTH CAMPUS D OUGLAS COUNTY LIVING MAGAZINE I NTERMOUNTAIN RURAL ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION PINNACOL ASSURANCE

Tuesday 3rd Government Issues Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Winefest Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 2:30 pm Business Boot Camp Presentation (Chamber) 5:00 pm Wednesday 4th Douglas County Business Alliance Board of Directors (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Leadership Douglas County (Douglas County Sheriffs Office) @ 8:00 am Leads Referral (Mesquite Mexican Grill) @ 11:30 am Douglas County Fair Parade Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 4:00 pm

ENTREPRENEUR LEVEL CASTLE ROCK D EVELOPMENT COMPANY FIRSTBANK - D OUGLAS COUNTY PATRIOT ENTERPRISES WELLS FARGO BANK

PREMIER LEVEL

Thursday 5th Castle Rock Stars Membership Meeting (Chamber) @ 8:00 am Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm Tuesday 10th The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Workers Comp Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 12:00 Wednesday 11th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) DCBA County Commissioners Candidate forum (Castle Pines North Metro District) @ 7:30 am Leadership Steering (Chamber) 7:30 - 9:00 am Ambassadors Exec Meeting (Chamber) @ 10:30 am Ambassadors Meeting (Chamber) @ 12:00 pm

ANTHEM BLUE CROSS /BLUE S HIELD BLACK-EYED PEA BONAVENTURE - CASTLE ROCK BUBBLES LIQUOR WORLD CASTLE HOME CARE COWEST I NSURANCE GROUP D OUGLAS COUNTY LIBRARIES FOLKESTAD, FAZEKAS , BARRICK & PATOILE, P.C. gopixel design studios, inc.

KAISER PERMANENTE KEY BANK LIBERTY MUTUAL I NSURANCE PLUMBLINE S ERVICES , I NC .

WEBSTER UNIVERSITY

Thursday 12th Membership Orientation (Chamber) @ 8:00 am Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm Friday 13th Business Over Break fast (FirstBank) @ 7:30 am

Monday 23rd Castle Rock Economic Gardening Meeting (Chamber) @ 11:30 am

Saturday 14th Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 1:00 pm Tuesday 17th Government Issues Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Wednesday 18th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Community Leadership (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Leads Referral (Mesquite Mexican Grill) @ 11:30 am Business After Hours (CoWest Insurance Group) @ 5:00 pm

Tuesday 24th The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Castle Rock Hospitality & Tourism (Douglas County Libraries-C astle Rock) @ 8:30 am Business Training “Market Technology – Success with Mobile Marketing/Social Media (Chamber) @ 11:00 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Wednesday 25th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Douglas County Business Alliance (SEBP) @ 7:30 am Business of the Month (Gabriel’s) @ 9:30 am

Thursday 19th Castle Rock Stars Monthly Lunch (The Hideaway) @ 11:30 am Women of In fluence “ Karin Thebus” (Cherokee Ranch & Castle) @ 11:30am Thursday 26th So Co Business Partnership Board (Colorado Springs) @ 2:00 pm Board of Directors (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Douglas County Community Foundation Board Meeting (TBD) 3:30 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm Friday 19th Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8:00 am Castle Rock Chamber Business Voice

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Discover & Explore Spain’s Costa Del Sol with the Chamber 9-Day Journey Highlights: • Round trip scheduled airfare • Round trip transfers between airports and hotels • Personal airport VIP greeting and check-in service • Hotel luggage handling • Pre-departure orientation and travel documents • 7 nights First Class Accomodations • Includes breakfast daily and 5 dinners • Discovery Program Guide • Full day tour of Seville • Tour of Ronda • Chamber Exchange

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S av e rson & k B oo 9 pe r p rson i f h t e 4 $ 2,5 9 pe r p Ap ri l 30 5 $ 2,4 si te d b y o D ep

For more details contact: Pam Ridler at 303-688-4597

9 Day Journey Departing November 7th, 2012

Or visit http://castlerock.org/news2.htm To register today!

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CHAMBER

MEMBERS ONLY New Member Orientation April 12, 2012

Are you a new member, an existing member, haven’t seen the new Visitors Center or met the Chamber staff?

If the answer is yes, then mark your calendar for Thursday, April 12, 2012 to attend a M ember Orientation!

Plan to arrive about 7:45am at the Chamber to sign in and network as the orientation begins at 8:00am and completed about 9:30am. Enjoy a cozy setting and a continental breakfast while you meet other members and staff as well as hear a short presentation from each staff member!

Email Joanne (joanne@castlerock.org) or call 303-688-4597 to register now as seating is limited!

Bring your business cards—there will be a drawing!

Member to Member Discount Program As part of your investment with the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, you are eligible to participate in this program! You may offer savings or items of value that represent your business and take advantage of those offers from fellow members.

This is part of the Chamber’s ongoing efforts to help our members save. By participating in this program, you are furthering the economic development and growth in our community.

Some of our participating businesses are: Back 2 Health Chiropractic Black-eyed Pea Best Western Inn & Suites Cindy Welch Designs Estrada Strategies H&M Transmission Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Co

Visit the MEMBERS ONLY section of CastleRock.org website to see what is available to you!

To be a part of this free and exciting program, please complete the form found here: or call Joanne Taylor at 303688--4597.

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WELCOME

NEW MEMBERS

A Clean Living Lisa Wiggins (303) 598-3619 acleanliving.net Cleaning - Commercial/Residential

One Cle ar Choice Garage Doors Chris Chapman (303) 565-6409 6753 E. 47th Avenue Dr. Denver, CO 80216 oneclearchoicedoors.com Garage Doors

Cakery LLC, The T iffany Johnson (720) 556-1975 703 N. Wilcox St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 thecakeryllc.com Bakeries

Shelf Reliance Scott Pearce (303) 814-1590 sandipearce.shelfreliance.com Food Products

Castle Rock Fune ral and Cremation Travis Browne (720) 379-4604 211 4th St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 castlerockfuneralandcremation.com Cremation, Funeral Homes & Directors

Christ's Episcopal Church Arlene Armata (303) 688-5185 615 Fourth St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 christsepiscopalchurch.org Churches

DSD- SI Compute r Care Gary Faircloth (720) 336-1122 1025 S. Perry St. Suite 103 Castle Rock, CO 80104 dsd-si.com Computer Services, Computers - Service & Repair

Hideaway Bar & Grill Rebecca & Robert Stroh (720) 519-0509 600 Jerry St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 hideawaybarandgrill.com Bars, Restaurants

Lisa Lisa Lisa & Sandy Linkenheil (303) 660-4442 306 Wilcox St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 Clothes & Accessories

RESTAURAN T OF THE MONTH

HIDEAWAY BAR & GRILL 600 J ERRY STREET CASTLE ROCK, CO 720-519-0509

BEVERAGE SPONSOR

THE PEPSI BOTTLING COMPANY 3801 BRIGHTON BOULEVARD D ENVER 80216 Castle Rock Chamber Business Voice

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STORAGE SPONSOR

PARK S TREET/JERRY S TREET S TORAGE 1500 N. PARK S TREET CASTLE ROCK 303.688.2242 12

CELEBRATE CHAMBER Anniversaries

Business Castle Rock Bank Rotary Club of Castle Rock Southeast Business Partnership Cat's Meow Flow ers & Gifts, The Angie's Restaurant Douglas Elbert Task Force Blue Line Design Awards with More Holland Hurst Asphalt Paving American Legion Post 1187 Arapahoe Community College Castle Rock Campus Metro Mix, LLC Patriot Enterprises, Inc. Cox Baker & Page, LLC Forever Yours Photography Budget Blinds of Castle Rock Proforma Image Branding Advanced Four Wheel Drive & Auto Repair, Inc Vacant Interiors, Inc. South Suburban Taxi Everything Alpaca Jack of all Macs Augustine Grill Key Bank Colorado Lending Source Chili's Creative Environments Meritage Homes, Inc. Ripple Project, Inc. The Comcast Castle Rock Cos metic & Family Dentistry

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AMBASSADOR OF THE MONTH THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO! The Ambassador Program is sponsored this month by:

Heather Browning Colonial Benefit Group

Heather Browning, a proud member of the Ambassador family, and First Chair on the Executive Committee is honored to be a part of the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce. Her business, Colonial Benefit Group, was founded in 2000 in California and continues to thrive as an experienced, creative, independent insurance brokerage, and benefit consulting firm, with locations in California and Colorado.

Their services include all aspects of business insurance with added expertise in human resources and business support services. “We assist small business with insurance programs and services and manage these contracts so business owners can have the freedom to expand their businesses.” Heather is a member of the National Association of Health Underwriters, and is licensed and writes benefit packages in several states.

Hoff & Leigh Real Estate Advisors 512 Wilcox Street Suite D Castle Rock, CO 80104 303-351-2217 http://hoffleigh.com

Colonial Benefit Group provides their clients with a steadfast commitment to proactive communication, and excellent customer service. Heather is excited to partner with the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce in offering the Well Card, a free medical, dental and vision discount benefit card. “This is a great opportunity to support the membership of the Chamber by offering discounts in many facets of healthcare.”

Heather is the very proud mother of two children, Josh, and Kaylee, whose school and social activities keep her busy indeed. In her spare time, she is pursuing her MBA at Webster University. She has worked tirelessly for local churches and charitable organizations by providing clothes and food for needy families.

Shelf Reliance Castle Rock, CO 80104 303-814-1590 http://sandipearce.shelfreliance.com/ sandipearce

Heather is proud to be an Ambassador for the Chamber of Commerce and looks forward to participating in activities which build personal relationships and create a positive environment for families and businesses to thrive in Castle Rock.

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TOWN & COUNTY In the News

2013 ECO NOMIC FO RECAST FO RUM Colorado's leading economists will assemble in Castle Rock on April 4, offering perspectives on the economic forecast for 2013 and beyond. Douglas County's public and private sector leaders are encouraged to attend. Speakers include Patty Silverstein, Natalie Mullis, and Glenn Scott.

Seating is limited for the event: April 4, 9:00 a.m. - Noon, Philip S. Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock. A live, Internet audio feed will also be available. For additional details, including the event agenda and a link to the live audio feed, please visit http://www.douglas.co.us/treasurer/.

The Douglas County Demographic Summary 2012 has been updated and is available online. It is a brief narrative describing demographic changes from the past year. http://www.douglas.co.us/demographics/documents/ DCGrowthSummary.pdf

Free APA Class!

Like many quality academic institutions, Webster University requires graduate students to follow APA (American Psychological Association) guidelines for written assignments.

Among other things, the APA system covers: • Writing quality • Proper reference and citation (including electronic, audiovisual and online sources) • Appropriate presentation of numerical and graphical data • Plagiarism, copyright, and permissions issues Familiarity with this material is required, and it affects your grades.

Please join us for a FREE class on this important topic, and feel free to bring a friend!

The Population & Development Report is undergoing significant changes. During the transition, most of the chapters will not be updated in their current format. The Douglas County Demographic Summary 2012 is one of the only chapters to remain the same.

S aturday, April 14 Two sessions available: 10am-12:00pm at the DTC campus, room 530 or 1-3pm at the Castle Rock Chamber boardroom.

S pace is limited and RS VP is required.

Did you know… T he Douglas County population estimate for January 1, 2012 is 291,083 persons, a 0.9% increase from the previous year’s estimate of 288,430.

Please RSVP to christielove37@webster.edu.

The first results for ne xt month’s Town Council ele ction alre ady are in.

District 1 candidate and current Mayor Paul Donahue and District 6 candidate and current Mayor Pro Tem Clark Hammelman were running unopposed, and nobody filed to run as a write-in candidate against them by the March 2 deadline.

Therefore, Town Council voted to cancel the election in those districts and deemed Donahue and Hammelman reelected to their Council seats. This means that voters in District 1 (western half of The Meadows) and District 6 (Plum Creek and Crystal Valley Ranch) no longer will receive ballots at midmonth so that they can vote in April, resulting in a cost savings to the Town of about $8,100.

Council last month adopted an ordinance that allows for the cancelation of elections in districts where there are no more candidates than there are vacancies. In that case, unopposed candidates are deemed elected.

Because there are multiple candidates in Districts 2 and 4, the election still is on in those districts.

Vie w article in its entirety here: http ://www. to wnof c a stlero ck. com /Civ ic Alert s.a spx ?

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Instructors Nee de d for the Vete rans’ Employment Expo on April 24th & 25th Leadership Douglas County class is partnering with the ESGR to coordinate a Veterans’ Employment Expo to be held at the Douglas County Events Center in Castle Rock on April 24 and 25. T he team is looking for instructors for the educational part of the event, to be held on T uesday April 24, from 8 to 4:30. We hope to provide classes on Resume Writing (including translating military service experience into civilian skills), Federal Resume and using USA Jobs, Social Networking, Interviewing Dos and Don’ts, and Working a Job Fair.

All instructors will be volunteers, and can choose to teach one class session or more than one. The instruction is designed to prepare veterans and active duty who are preparing to leave the service for interviews with employers on the following day, April 25. Veterans who complete at least 3 of the 5 classes will have priority in speaking with the employers. In addition to instructors, we need HR coaches to provide one-on-one assistance to veterans with their resumes and other questions.

If you think that you or any of your professional partners can help in this very worthy cause, please contact Leslie Good, Douglas County Libraries at lgood@dclibraries.org

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Are You taking Advantage??

Affinity Programs Can Save You Money Pinnacol Assurance/CoWest Insurance Group— Workers Comp Group Dividend Join the Group!

By combining the premiums of Castle Rock Chamber members, a larger premium base is established allowing Pinnacol Assurance to reduce costs and return dividends to members based on loss histories. By joining the Chamber’s group you receive access to loss control resources and assistance in establishing safe working conditions. Group members then pay a premium based on their current individual record! To discuss more details contact Pam Ridler at the Chamber 303-6884597 or email Pam@castlerock.org Office Depot Program! Members save approximately 15% to 25% annually on their office supplies!

SAVE NOW—from 5% to 60% savings on approximately 175 items!!! Click on Affinity Programs Button on CastleRock.org homepage to see the list of items that offer great savings!

Special Copy & Print—BW $.25; Color: $.29 40% off all finishing services To receive your National Program Offi ce Depot card, please call Susan O’Malley at 303-688-4597 or email susan@castlerock.org Testimonial: Mike McNairy of H&M Transmission “Outstanding! I am very pleased with the assistance of the Castle Rock Chamber staff regarding a recent direct mail campaign for my business. Besides their help with marketing ideas, graphics, layout and bulk mailing procedures, the addition of a new benefit, in partnership with Office Depot, saved me $242 off my printing and folding cost!”

Comcast Business Class is available to Members!

Whatever the size of your company, it needs to respond quickly to the needs of customers, communicate reliably with suppliers, and find smarter ways to increase employee productivity.

Chamber members can save on internet Service and Voice service!

Promotional price of $160 for the Delux e Internet pack age OR $85 for the Premium Internet pack age Microsoft Communication Tools are included when you sign up for Internet service—A $550 value at no additional Cost!

Voice service discount-full featured phone lines available fo r $29.95 each per month with 2-line minimum For more information, contact Mark Pendergast o f Comcast Business Class at 303-720-8090 or email markpendergast@cable.comcast.com Simply go to Business.Comcast.com/Chambers and type in the code 254265.

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CREATING LEADERS

Leadership Douglas County

March’s Topics: Ene rgy/Wate r and Health Care /Seniors Days The Leadership Douglas County class met twice in March to become more educated about what’s happening in Douglas County in the areas of water, energy, health care and senior living. With so much happening in the areas of water and hydraulic fracturing (Fracking), as well as the recent growth of health care and senior facilities in Douglas County, this day was filled with people who were experts in their respective fields and the class gained a valuable overall picture of some very complex issues. “ As a westerner, you can’t help but be interested in natural resource protection and management. Understanding energy and water issues means that you’ll understand two of our most precious assets.” (Julie Britti, Class of 2012) “Water, in general, is a huge issue within our western state’s region. Today’s discussion of the Denver Water Basin and supporting aquifers from the scientific, legal and community issues aspects gave us an excellent overview of one of our most contentious issues which will impact us as future leaders.” (Mike McNairy, Class of 2012)

Leadership Douglas County is accepting applications!

“ Learning about healthcare from a regional standpoint gave me a better understanding of Colorado’s role in medical services from a patient, insurance and hospital perspective.” (Kristen Knoll, Class of 2012)

Leadership Douglas County is applications for our next program.

Steering Committee Planners: Steve Labossiere and Jenni Brown Class of 2011

Area citizens who are looking for hands-on education regarding community resources are encouraged to consider applying to Leadership Douglas County, a program that assists those who want to become more knowledgeable about the area in which they live.

Program Sponsors: Leade rship Douglas County would like to acknowle dge their Patron Sponsors: The City of Lone Tree and Douglas County Gove rnment and also their Program Sponsors: Black Hills Ene rgy, BreakThroughs, Inc., Che rokee Ranch and Castle Foundation, Douglas County Libraries, FirstBank of Douglas County, Highlands Ranch Me tro District, South Me tro Fire and Rescue Authority, Town of Castle Rock, Wells Fargo Bank, and the Chambe rs of Comme rce of Castle Rock, Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree and Parke r.

Sponsors of the day: Castle Pines North Metropolitan District and Wind Crest Leadership Douglas County is designed to broaden participant knowledge of the community while enhancing leadership skills, which in turn increases the strength and effectiveness of our new community leaders.

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Would you like to...

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Enhance your leadership skills?

Join a network of emerging leaders?

Become more involved in your community?

Learn more about issues and challenges facing Douglas County?

Email Melissa@castlerock.org for details.

The deadline is June 15th, 2012.

Leadership Douglas County Class of 2013

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Ele ctronics Drop O ff for Earth Day The Douglas Elbert REALT OR® Association (DERA) will be hosting an electronics drop off event along with Luminous Recycling on Saturday April 21, 2012 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at 840 Kinner St., Castle Rock, 80109.

Items collected at no charge: CPU’s, Hard Drives, Laptops, Modems, PDA’s, Servers, Network Switches, Camcorders, DVD Players, Radios, Stereos, VCR’s, Fax Machines, T elephone Systems, Scanners, Printers, VHS, Monitors and most household electronics (no microwaves, ovens or refrigerators) $10.00 charge: All televisions up to 32 inches No televisions over 32 inches will be accepted.

All hard drives will be shredded by Luminous Recycling.

WHITE CO NSTRUCTIO N GRO UP BEGINS NEW PRO JECT FO R DENVER PUBLIC SCHOO LS White Construction Group, a Colorado-based commercial general construction firm was recently awarded a threeschool project for Denver Public Schools.

The project involves general renovations at Place Bridge Academy and Gust Elementary and window replacement at Stephen Knight Center for Early Education. T he architect is Lantz-Boggio Architects, Greenwood Village, Colo., and the White Construction Group team is Lila Walker, project manager; Frank Garrett, superintendent; Suzie Middleton, project coordinator. T he expected completion date is August 31, 2012.

Celebrating its twenty-seventh year, White Construction Group is a multi-million dollar general contractor that specializes in commercial construction, design-build, historic restorations and tenant improvement projects. The company provides pre-construction, construction management, general construction and post construction services for public and private clients. The company has received numerous construction and job safety program awards.

White Construction Group can be reached at 303-688-6924 or www.whitecg.com.

Gubbels Law O ffice is proud to announce Jay M. Cranmer Esq. has joined the firm as our new Criminal Defense and Divorce/Family Law Attorney.

Mr. Cranmer has recently relocated to our firm from Steamboat Springs, Colorado where he worked as a Criminal Prosecutor for the 14th Judicial District Attorney’s Office for 3 years until moving into private practice where he focused on Criminal Defense Litigation and Divorce and family law litigation for 4 years.

Gubbels Law Office is a general practice firm concentrating in estate planning, wills, trusts, probate, business organizations & law, contracts, leases, real estate, foreclosures and other areas too numerous to mention. Call us to see if we can help you or for a free consultation at (303) 688-1655.

Mywe dding Expands Globally Into the Unite d Kingdom We dding we bsite mywe dding.com opens 18 local communities in the Unite d Kingdom.

Mywedding has launched into the United Kingdom with 18 local communities in England. The growth overseas also includes locally developed free wedding we bsite designs, and UK inspiration and content partners.

Expansion into the UK was the clear next step and an easy decision as the company’s first overseas expansion effort.

Mywedding has already been providing free wedding we bsites and planning tools to thousands of UK bridal couples who have been requesting community access to local advertisers and resources in their area. “ Over the last couple of years mywedding had to significantly evolve to remain relevant to our two very different customer segments (couples and advertisers)”, Woody Pastorius, CEO of mywedding said. “ Instead of cutting costs, we invested in our products, hired more staff, took calculated risks, made price considerations, and eliminated weaker offerings – we positioned ourselves for the future and ultimately became a better company. We are a company that is successfully combining local synergy with global reach.”

Since launching the first community site in January of 2003, myseattlewedding.com, mywedding has grown to become a collaborative bridal destination network of more than 1.5 million unique monthly visitors where focus is on connecting engaged couples with local, national and international advertisers. Mywedding now hosts over 100K local wedding vendor listings in 205 local communities across the United States, six communities in Canada and 18 communities in England. Pastorius added, “ Our global reach ultimately provides for a higher return on investment for our advertisers, while bringing our bridal couples inspiration from around the world.”

Growth into England is the first big step in mywedding’s exciting journey towards becoming the most trusted wedding resource for brides and wedding professionals worldwide. In the upcoming months, mywedding will continue the expansion into the United Kingdom, launching new local communities in Scotland and Wales in April, and Ireland in May. About mywedding. Founded in 2002, mywedding has quickly become one of the largest and most trusted online wedding planning resources bringing bridal couples inspiration from around the world. As one of the most comprehensive online wedding media channels, mywedding offers local wedding vendor communities, honeymoon and destination wedding resources, inspirational content, free wedding websites and blogs to its users. Utilizing proprietary Internet technology for publishing and managing advertising listings, mywedding makes wedding planning easy and fun for couples while providing highly targeted local advertising to wedding vendors.

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CASTLE ROCK STARS

Young Professionals

Castle Rock Stars “Where young professionals go to network” Castle Rock Stars is a program of the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce

Who We Are: We are an active group of young professionals, ages 21-40, who live or work in the Castle Rock community. The Rock Stars offers great networking opportunities to help build your business, gain lasting friendships and have fun all at the same time.

Calendar of Events April 2012 Monthly Meeting1st Thurs

Contact Us: castlerockstars@gmail.com

Monthly Lunch3rd Thurs

March Events

Happy Hour4th Thurs *Dates are subject to change

The 2nd Annual “Filling The Pantr y Food Drive” is complete!

We surpassed our goal of 1000 pounds and raised 1800+ pounds!!!

Great Job! A special thanks goes out to those who helped with the drive. We couldn’t have done it without the help and support of our volunteers. We would also like to thank Sprouts for donating 2000 bags for the neighborhood pickup, and all the businesses that volunteered as drop off locations, especially the P.S. Miller Library that was our number one business in raising food.

Monthly LunchLunchBlackBlack-eyed Pea Restaurant

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