March 2012 Business Voice Newsletter

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CEO Focus

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Castle Rock reaches a milestone mark Wow, it’s so hard for me to believe that when I began my career as the President of the Chamber Castle Rock’s population was 17,000 and now fourteen years later we have reached a population of 50,000. I am told this isn’t an official determination, but an estimate by Town staff.

So when do we drop off the title of Town? It would seem to me that the Town designation is no longer appropriate. Reaching the 50,000 population mark represents a significant milestone in the growth and evolution of our community.

Pam Ridler, CCE Considerable community growth began to occur in the 1990’s and continues to President/CEO Castle Rock Chamber the present. Castle Rock’s population reached 20,224 in 2000, 48,231 in 2010

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Linda Watson Sky Ridge Medical Center

CHAIR-ELECT Aaron Barrick Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C.

TREASURER Pa m Jenkins Castle Rock Bank

TREASURER-ELECT Wendy Nelson B2B CFO

I MMEDIATE PAST CHAIRMAN Lisa Frizell Office of Douglas County Assessor

and is estimated to now have reached 50,000 residents. Castle Rock’s projected DIRECTORS eventual buildout in the future is estimated at around 100,000.

As I understand it Castle Rock’s designation as a Town was established in our communities’ Charter and can only be changed by voter approval of a Charter amendment. A 50,000 population makes Castle Rock the 17th largest incorporated municipality in Colorado. Interestingly, Castle Rock is the largest town in Colorado, with all other larger municipalities calling themselves cities.

Hitting this 50,000 population number has taken us to a threshold that may enhance certain economic development opportunities where there are companies that typically only consider communities exceeding the 50,000 population level as acceptable locations for new business development. So look out Castle Rock, who knows what opportunities we may see very soon.

Board announces New Venture I’m so excited that the Chamber will be bringing the Young Entrepreneurs Academy to Castle Rock students. The Young Entrepreneurs Academy, or YEA!, is an innovative program that guides students through the process of starting their own real business.

Rand Clark Random Productions Jim Diaz Community Media of Colorado Nino DiMatteo FirstBank - Douglas County Aaron Fritz Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus Brock 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 Lori Swager Premier Pilates and Wellness Mike Tafoya Estrada Strategies Jaye Thompson Colorado Community Bank

YEA! is a groundbreaking program that takes students through the process of launching a real business or social movement over the course of an academic year. By the end of the course, students own and operate fully-formed and functioning businesses, which may be carried after their graduation from the program. YEA! aims at teaching students at an early age how to make a job, not just take a EX-OFFICIO job.

Pa m Ridler, CCE Stay tuned to find out how you and your business can participate in this exciting program.

Vision: Igniting passion for business success and community prosperity.

Mission: To support, encourage and promote 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 high esteem Team Work — to motivate and empower one another to do great things Relationships — to build enduring connections and partnerships founded upon honesty, gratitude and commitment Diversity—to honor and value varied ideas, beliefs and practices.

Diversity

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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President/CEO, Castle Rock Chamber Mayor Paul Donahue Town of Castle Rock Frank Gray President/CEO, Castle Rock EDC Sally Misare Town Clerk

CHAMBER STAFF Pa m Ridler, CCE President/CEO pam@castlerock.org Melissa Moroni V.P. of Progra ms melissa@castlerock.org Joanne Taylor V.P. of Membership & Community Dev. joanne@castlerock.org Ta mmy Cratty Office Ad ministrator 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

Morning at the Capitol Tuesday, March 6th, 7:30am Colorado Capitol House Committee Room, 353 7:30 Meeting with Douglas County Delegation Speaker McNulty Representative Murray Representative Holbert Senator Harvey Senator Scheffel 9:00 Visit to the House and Senate Floor 10:00 Legislative Briefings The Douglas County Business Alliance would like to invite you to join us at the State Capitol to discuss issues related to the DCBA members. Interact with your Douglas County delegation on their stomping grounds at the State Capitol.

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 comprised of representatives from the following organizations: Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce Castle Rock Economic Development Council Highlands Ranch Chamber of Commerce Lone Tree Chamber of Commerce Parker Chamber of Commerce Southeast Business Partnership Parking: Paid parking available on Grant St. between Colfax & 14th.

Please RSVP to jvanderburg@capstonegroupllc.com Please check out the Douglas County Business Alliance website at http://www.douglascountybusinessalliance.com

Save the date!

Wednesday, April 11th (7:30-9am) DCBA County Commissioner Candidate Forum Castle Rock Chamber Business Voice • CastleRock.org

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BUSINESS TRAININGS

Grow Your Business Inspiring Employee Engagement: The Important Role of Coaching in High Performance Date: March 20, 2012 Time: 11 am -1 pm Location: Castle Rock Chamber Think of a great sports coach.

Free to Chamber Members!

Who first comes to mind? Bill Self, Tony LaRussa or maybe Pat Summitt? How about Tim Taylor from Friday Night Lights?

Nicole Mattson V.P. of Human Resources Sky Ridge Medical Center

These programs are sponsored by:

If so, these are all great examples of people (or fictional characters) who have mastered, and in some cases defined, the fundamentals of coaching to inspire and lead a winning team. These same fundamentals are required in today’s business world to inspire employee engagement and develop high-performing teams.

- Building learning into everyday activities.

- Being a thought partner.

- Giving and receiving feedback to grow capability.

It may sound simple but there is an art (and a little science) to being an effective coach in the workplace. In this workshop, we will discuss the business case for being an effective coach, the psychological connection between coaching and performance, and how to use a coaching leadership style to expand individual and team capacity. You don’t have to be a sports fan to walk away with a fresh perspective on the role of coaching in creating high performing teams!

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

Information technology was the topic for February’s Business Boot Camp session. First, participants learned the value of inventorying and protecting all of their hardware, software and social media technology tools. Instructor Mike Tafoya, President & CEO of Estrada Strategies-DTC, led a very valuable discussion of best practices in this area.

More than half of the class time was devoted to websites and social media marketing. For websites, “getting found” by Google and other search engines is critical and the class learned about how to do this through content management and other techniques. When marketing through social media (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and others), the class discussed the differences between these venues and the norms and best practices for each.

Also, class members learned which media are most valuable for certain types of businesses.

Michael Likens, a Boot Camp mentor and the Founder of gopixel design studios in Castle Rock, provided extremely helpful input and guidance during this session.

The final Business Boot Camp class in March will be devoted to human resources issues—building and maintaining the strongest possible team.

Now Accepting Applications for the 4th Business Boot Camp series--contact Melissa Mares at mmares@castlerock.org or call 303-688-4597.

This is a Castle Rock Chamber-sponsored program for local businesses. http://www.CastleRockEG.org

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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

March 14th 5-7pm Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C., Castle Rock EDC, White Construction Group, Downtown Alliance, McKillip & DiCiesare CPA’s Location: 18 S. Wilcox Street 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 July

H&M Transmission & Automotive/ H&M Collision & Auto Body Douglas County LIbraries

October

JM Kitchen & Bath

November

Wells Fargo Bank

January 18 Speed Raceway

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

Networking and homemade chili warms the soul at February’s business after hoursGuests at last month’s Business After Hours held at Legacy Hospice (412 Jerry Street) had more than road construction on Jerry Street to deal with. A snowstorm surprised the town, with more than 8 inches of snow by 9am. But in typical Colorado fashion, the weather quickly changed and turned out to be an enjoyable day. Crowds flocked to the Business After Hours in hopes of trying some of the delicious homemade chili others have been raving about.

Guests enjoyed five varieties of homemade chili, breads, and all the toppings imaginable at their Ribbon Cutting/Business After Hours celebration. For more information about Legacy Hospice visit : http://www.mylegacyhospice.com

Chamber members enjoying homemade chili and bread at Legacy Hospice.

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PRESIDENT’S LEVEL

March

CASTLE ROCK BANK COMMUNITY MEDIA OF COLORADO SKY RIDGE MEDICAL CENTER

Thursday 1st Castle Rock Stars Membership Meeting (Chamber) @ 8:00 am Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 - 9:30 pm Friday 2nd Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8:00 am Tuesday 6th DCBA Morning at the Capitol (Capitol) @ 7:30 am-10:30am Wednesday 7th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Leadership Douglas County (Castle Pines North Metropolitan District) @ 8:00 am Leads Referral (Mesquite Grill) @ 11:30 am Thursday 8th Ribbon Cutting (Shelf Reliance) @ 12:00 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 - 9:30 pm Friday 9th Douglas County Community Foundation Board Meeting (TBD) 2:30 pm Tuesday 13th Town Council Candidate Forum (4700 Castleton Way) @ 7:30 am The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Business Boot Camp (Chamber) @ 5:00 pm Wednesday 14th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Douglas County Business Alliance (SEBP) @ 7:30 am Leadership Steering (Chamber) 7:30 - 9:00 am Ambassadors Exec Meeting (Chamber) @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Ambassadors Meeting (Chamber) @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Business after Hours (Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile – White Construction–Castle Rock EDC, The Downtown Alliance, McKillip & DiCiesare CPA's, LLC) @ 5:00 pm Thursday 15th Castle Rock Stars Monthly Lunch (TBD) @ 11:30 am Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 - 9:30 pm Ribbon Cutting (Hoff & Leigh) at 4pm Friday 16th Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8:00 am Monday 19th Castle Rock Economic Gardening Meeting (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Tuesday 20th Government Issues Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Wednesday 21st Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Community Leadership (Chamber) @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Leads Referral (Mesquite Grill) @ 11:30 am

EXECUTIVE LEVEL BLACK HILLS ENERGY CASTLE ROCK ADVENTIST HEALTH CAMPUS DOUGLAS COUNTY LIVING MAGAZINE INTERMOUNTAIN RURAL ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION PINNACOL ASSURANCE

ENTREPRENEUR LEVEL CASTLE ROCK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY FIRSTBANK - DOUGLAS COUNTY PATRIOT ENTERPRISES WELLS FARGO BANK

PREMIER LEVEL ANTHEM BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD BLACK-EYED PEA BONAVENTURE - CASTLE ROCK BUBBLES LIQUOR WORLD CASTLE HOME CARE COWEST INSURANCE GROUP FOLKESTAD, FAZEKAS, BARRICK & PATOILE, P.C. gopixel design studios, inc.

KAISER PERMANENTE KEY BANK LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE DOUGLAS COUNTY LIBRARIES PLUMBLINE SERVICES, INC. WEBSTER UNIVERSITY

Thursday 22nd Board of Directors (Chamber) @ 11:30 pm So Co Business Partnership Board (Colorado Springs) @ 2:00 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 9:30 pm Monday 26th Business Training-Inspiring Employee Commitment @ 11:00 am-1:00 pm Ribbon Cutting/Grand Re Opening (Outback) @3:30 am Tuesday 27th The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Castle Rock Hospitality & Tourism (TBD) @ 8:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Wednesday 28th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Douglas County Business Alliance (SEBP) @ 7:30 am Business of the Month (Eakins & Company) @ 9:30am Leadership Guru’s (Chamber) @ 10:00 am Thursday 29th Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 - 9:30 pm Friday 30th Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8:00 am

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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 Accommodations • Includes breakfast daily and 5 dinners • Discovery Program Guide • Full day tour of Seville • Tour of Ronda • Chamber Exchange

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9 Day Journey Departing November 7th, 2012

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

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

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Or Susan@castlerock.org

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Focus on Member

BENEFITS

Did You Know?

As part of your membership with the Castle Rock Chamber, all members are eligible to contribute to our Business Voice Newsletter under the “Members in the News” section. Submit all press releases or company announcements by the 15th of the month to be included in the following month’s publications. Simply send an email with “BV Submission” in the sub ject line t o Mmares@castlerock.org to be included. Take advantage of this FREE opportunity to reach your fellow chamber members. *Some restrictions apply, advertisements are not allowed and inclusion is at the discretion of the chamber and is not guaranteed.

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 303303-688688-4597.

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WELCOME

NEW MEMBERS Equity Colorado Michelle Donahue (303) 917-1246 donahuerealestateventures.com Real Estate Express Employment Professionals Renee Rodriquez (303) 768-0800 12150 E. Briarwood Ave. Suite 210 Centennial, CO 80112 expresspros.com Employment Agencies

Blue Bridal Boutique Sarah Snyder (303) 660-1236 399 Perry St. Suite 100 Castle Rock, CO 80104 bluegowns.com Weddings Bright Now Dental Jodi Cozzolino (303) 688-0252 1001 S. Perry St. Suite 105-A Castle Rock, CO 80104 brightnowdental.com Dentists Castle Rock Church of Christ Jon Huddleston (303) 688-9065 2247 Fifth St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 castlerockchurch.org Churches

Hoff and Leigh Todd Ogden (303) 351-2217 512 Wilcox St. Suite D Castle Rock, CO 80104 hoffleigh.com Real Estate - Commercial

KinderCare Learning Center - Metzler Yenifer Medina (720) 733-1178 4981 Metzler Way Castle Rock, CO 80108 kindercare.com Child Care Tradewinds Framing & Art Renee Grahn (303) 688-9672 Pictures - Framing Z Ultimate Self Defense Studios Steven MacLean (303) 663-8773 62 Founders Pkwy Unit B Castle Rock, CO 80104 zultimate.com Fitness, Karate & Other Martial Arts Instruction

KinderCare Learning Center Jennifer Baca (303) 660-6631 4721 N. Industrial Way Castle Rock, CO 80104 kindercare.com Child Care

Save the Date-April 19, 2012 Time: 11:30 to 1pm Location: TBD Guest Speaker: Karin Thebis-Forensics Psychologist RESTAURANT OF THE MONTH

BLACK-EYED PEA 850 N. MEMPHIS CASTLE ROCK, CO 303-663-1105

BEVERAGE SPONSOR

STORAGE SPONSOR

THE PEPSI BOTTLING COMPANY 3801 BRIGHTON BOULEVARD DENVER 80216

PARK STREET/JERRY STREET STORAGE 1500 N. PARK STREET CASTLE ROCK 303.688.2242

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CELEBRATE CHAMBER Anniversaries

Business Ernest D. Bennett, D.D.S. Park Street - Jerry Street Storage Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C. VCA Douglas County Animal Hospital Hair Design Team White Construction Group Sam's Club #6634 Castle Cafe High Tech Audio Systems, Inc. Scott & Associates- Dispute Resolution Services Rockyard American Grill & Brewing Co. Sport Clips Grimshaw & Harring, P.C. Rock, The Nytech CP&D Companies, Inc. El Mesquite Mexican Grill Old Stone Church Restaurant, The Pure Water Solutions, Inc. Signature Interiors Woodlands Academy Scott & Associates- Inspections and Construction Management LPL Financial - Rey Cinocco RE/MAX Professionals - Joan Pratt IMI Global Animal Care Center of Castle Pines Murray, Carole-Representative House District 45 Peaks To Plains Construction Primrose School of Castle Rock Meineke Car Care Center 5280 Elevator, Inc. Facility Support Systems, Inc. Outback Steakhouse RE/MAX Professionals - Brad Whitehouse Ur Media Circle Douglas Lumber Office Depot Swager, Inc Nicolo's Chicago Style Pizza Artcraft Signs ETC Services, Inc. Applebee's Colorado Lifestyles Mile High Harley-Davidson Rentals of Parker ClearVue Direct Marketing Wealth Strategies Group

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

Donna Thurlow Best Seasons Travel http://bestseasonstravel.com/

Donna Thurlow has lived in Castle Rock for what she says will be “seven wonderful years in July since I moved to this great city”. In Donna’s opinion, although Castle Rock continues to grow, it has not lost the closeness of living in a small community. There are so many activities to participate and enjoy.

People’s warmth and friendliness enhances the beauty of Castle Rock.

Donna has been a member of the Chamber for two years. As a Chamber Ambassador she has the opportunity to participate in many of the Chambers programs, encouraging other business owners to take advantage of the many services provided by the Chamber to enhance their business. Donna feels it is a great pleasure to meet and get to know current business owners as well as new business owners that also see the value in Chamber membership.

Blue Bridal Boutique 399 Perry St. Suite 100 Castle Rock, CO 80104 303-660-1236 http://www.bluegowns.com

While Donna enjoys participating in all the events, she particularly enjoys attending the Open House/Ribbon Cuttings for new businesses, letting them know the Chamber is here to assist in growing their business. It’s all about helping others in Donna’s mind.

Donna is the President/CEO of Best Seasons Travel. As a Travel Specialist, being an Ambassador gives her the opportunity to build relationships with others, starting with the wonderful group of Chamber Ambassadors, and to learn more about this community. “It’s like with anything, Donna says, “what you put into it is what you will get out of it.” She tries to take advantage of all the wonderful opportunities offered.

Legacy Hospice 412 Jerry Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 303-670-6107 http://www.mylegacyhospice.com/

Donna believes that a very effective Chamber benefit for creating business opportunities is the monthly Business After Hours where more than 100 local business people come to socialize and build their professional relationships. Donna also finds that belonging to one of the Chamber’s leads groups is another great way of networking, as well as a good referral source.

Donna has been a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for 4 years. As a CASA volunteer, she assists with children taken out of the home by neglect and/or abuse. Donna also loves to travel, read, cross stitch, crochet and spends time with family and friends.

Congratulations on your hard work as an Ambassador of the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, Donna, and recognition for your efforts “above and beyond the call” as Ambassador of the Month. Your time and dedication are appreciated.

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TOWN & COUNTY In the News

The richest counties in America (Douglas County #6) The wealthiest areas in the US have median household incomes that are double the national average. Here's where some of the nation's 1% live.

No. 1: Loudoun County, Va. Median household income: $119,540 With a median household income that is a full $16,000 higher than our second-place finisher, Loudoun County has trounced the competition on its way to becoming the richest county in America. Another county surrounding our nation's capital, Loudoun borders West Virginia and Maryland and is the home to Washington Dulles International Airport. The Appalachian Trail runs along its western border, and the area was largely an agricultural community until the airport was built in the 1960s. The population has continued to increase since then, with the area nearly doubling in population from 2000 to 2010.

The poverty rate is also an incredibly low 3.2%.

No. 2: Fairfax County, Va. Median household income: $103,010

Candidate list set for April Town Council election The slate of candidates for April’s Town Council election has been set. The candidates are: District 1 (the western half of The Meadows) Paul Donahue (incumbent) District 2 (Diamond Ridge, Sapphire Pointe and Metzler Ranch) Chris Horton Brian Logan (incumbent) Mark P. Heath District 4 (Castle North, Castle Highlands, parts of Red Hawk and Craig & Gould’s Addition) Langford Jordan Chip Wilson (incumbent) District 6 (Plum Creek and Crystal Valley Ranch) Clark Hammelman The Councilmembers elected will serve four-year terms and will be paid a monthly stipend of $650. The 2012 election will occur by mail. Ballots will go out to active registered voters in mid-March. There are no Townwide issues on the ballot, so voters who do not live in one of the districts electing a Council member will not receive a ballot. Voters within this year’s voting districts who do not receive a ballot, or who need their ballot mailed to an address other than the one at which they are registered, should call Town Clerk’s Office, 303-660-1367.

No. 3: Howard County, Md. Median household income: $101,771 No. 4: Hunterdon County, N.J. Median household income: $97,874 No. 5: Arlington County, Va. Median household income: $94,986 No. 6: Douglas County, Colo.

Median household income: $94,909 The only Colorado county on the list and the only county west of the Mississippi to make our list, there's something special about Douglas. The large youth population (30.5% of residents are under the age of 18) suggests that the county is a good place for families. With the area sitting just outside Denver, residents need only travel up Interstate 25 to get to the Mile High City. The rural beauty must attract residents, as there are 340 people per square mile. The population saw a 62.4% increase from 2000 to 2010.

Important electionelection-related dates • March 2 – Last day for write-in candidates to file affidavit of intent to run • March 5 – Last day to register to vote in the April election • Mid-March – Ballots will be mailed to registered voters • April 3, Election Day – All ballots must be submitted by 7 p.m.

No. 7: Stafford County, Va. Median household income: $94,317 No. 8: Somerset County, N.J. Median household income: $94,270 No. 9: Prince William County, Va. Median household income: $92,655 No. 10: Morris County, N.J. Median household income: $91,469

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TOWN & COUNTY In the News

N. Meadows Extension open house to explore railroad crossing options The North Meadows Extension to U.S. Highway 85 and Interstate 25 – the Town’s No. 1 road construction priority – is moving forward. Construction is expected to begin next year. As the Town finalizes the design of the new road, one decision that must be made is whether it will cross over or under the BNSF Railway tracks northwest of Castle View High School. An underpass likely would take more time to construct. It also would be more costly and complicated than an overpass due to due to railroad construction requirements, as well as drainage and utility issues. An overpass, meanwhile, could cause visual impacts associated with a 25- to 30-foot-tall bridge.

These issues are why the two options are being reassessed. Detailed information regarding both the overpass and underpass options will be presented at a public open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, in the commons area at Castle View High School, 5254 N. Meadows Drive. A short, introductory presentation will be provided at 5:45 p.m. Questions will be handled at individual stations throughout the full time frame, however, and it is not necessary to attend the presentation. General updates on the project also will be available at the meeting.

The North Meadows Extension is the final project in the Town’s Transportation Action Plan – a $30 million bond issue that more than 75 percent of Castle Rock voters approved in 2005. The other two TAP projects – the Southwest and Southeast Arterial Connection Roads – were completed in 2009.

The North Meadows Drive interchange on U.S. 85 will be at Castlegate Drive, and the new I-25 interchange about 1 mile north of the Founders/Meadows Parkway interchange. Initially, the interchange at U.S. 85 will include only the north ramps – a southbound off-ramp and northbound on-ramp. The south ramps will be constructed in the future.

The estimated cost to build the initial two lanes of the roadway – including the cost of the land needed (known as right of way) – is about $50 million. $20 million in TAP bonds will be issued. The remainder will be funded through the Town’s Transportation Fund and through contributions from Douglas County and the Colorado Department of Transportation.

The project is needed to provide a second northern access for The Meadows; to relieve traffic congestion along Founders/Meadows Parkway at the U.S. 85 and I-25 intersections; and to improve the operations and safety of I-25, the ramps of which are over capacity and become backed up.

Construction of the initial two lanes of the new road is expected to be completed in 2015. Two additional lanes will be added in the future, when traffic conditions warrant. That phase is expected to cost about $10 million and will be funded in part by Castle Rock Development Co., The Meadows’ developer.

Additional information about the project is available at CRgov.com/NME. Questions? Contact Engineering Manager Dan Sailer, 720-733-2470 or roads@CRgov.com.

Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus Since our Emergency Department and Outpatient Imaging center opened on Sept. 7, 2011 we have had the privilege to care for thousands of patients in Castle Rock. Thank you for choosing Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus for your care. We believe that our faithbased mission provides a unique way to care for you and your loved ones. We have been working with quality first responders and physicians across the various communities that we serve to provide great healthcare.

You may have noticed the significant progress being made on the construction of the hospital. We continue to receive strong interest from physicians who would like to consider providing services in the community.

Likewise, community members let us know that they are excited about the hospital’s planned opening in the Summer of 2013. We remain committed to nurturing the health of the community and look forward to partnering to create innovative approaches to wellness.

Fe el f r ee to visit our w ebsit e at www.castlerockadventist.org to learn more about the health campus and the amenities the hospital will bring to the community very soon.

Construction Update Wow! We are moving right along. We have approxmately 141 people working at the construction site. Underground rough-in for electrical for the main building continues and is 95% complete. ·Underground rough-in for plumbing for the main building continues and is 100% complete. 2nd floor slab is being poured. Elevator Cores 1-6 are complete. We are finalizing design drawings, OR equipment choices, and atrium finishes.

Even in the snow and cold, our construction team continues to move us forward and keep us on a schedule. It is exciting to see the landscape changing sp quickly and confirming that our vision for Castle Rock Adventist Hospital is becoming a reality.

For any construction questions or concerns, please contact Vicki Mettlach, Project Manager for CRAHC at 720-455-2507

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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 Office 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 Deluxe Internet package OR $85 for the Premium Internet package 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 for $29.95 each per month with 2-line minimum For more information, contact Mark Pendergast of 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

February’s Topic: Special Districts Day: Education and Libraries Speakers: Douglas County School District Panel: Dr. Elizabeth Celania-Fagen – DCSD Superintendent of Schools Brenda Smith – President, American Federation of Teachers Bill Moffitt and Lee Smit – DCSD Operations Jamie LaRue, Director of Douglas County Libraries Dr. Tammy Heflebower – Marzano Research Laboratory Matthew McKeever, Dean, Community & Workforce Partnerships, Arapahoe Community College School Options in Douglas County – Panel Discussion Jamie LaRue – Home school option Troy Schroeder – Aspen View Academy Charter School Mark Morgan – Principal, DC Oakes High School Woodlands Academy – Principal, Woodlands Academy Program Sponsors: Leadership Douglas County would like to acknowledge their Patron Sponsors: The City of Lone Tree and Douglas County Government and also their Program Sponsors: Black Hills Energy, BreakThroughs, Inc., Cherokee Ranch and Castle Foundation, Douglas County Libraries, FirstBank of Douglas County, Highlands Ranch Metro District, South Metro Fire and Rescue Authority, Town of Castle Rock, Wells Fargo Bank, and the Chambers of Commerce of Castle Rock, Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree and Parker.

The Leadership Douglas County class met in February with the focus on education and libraries in Douglas County. The day began with a presentation by the DCSD Superintendent. Dr Fagen provided an overview of the school district, including a synopsis of the current educational system and how it supports an industrial society.

Working with leading economists, American education is attempting to forecast the direction of our future society, away from an industrial nation, towards a more "digital" Nation and global interaction. She showed us how our newest generation, the "Digital Natives" have different learning patterns and are much more able to multi-task.

The educational focus moves away from just rout memorization and creates an environment for all students to achieve academic success. The overall emphasis on Douglas County's education system is to adapt teaching techniques to each student's learning needs.

The School Options Panel highlighted educational opportunities and programs that are available to the DCSD students, including charter schools, alternative high schools, private schools and home school options.

Having access to different types of learning environments helps to ensure that no student gets left behind. Dr Heflebower spoke of the current trends in education across the nation, focusing on the core elements which make a school district successful. Matt McKeever highlighted how Arapahoe Community College is connected to the Douglas County community, what they mean to the community and where Douglas County fits into higher education in Colorado.

Jamie LaRue provided a timeline of the Douglas County Libraries, touching upon operations and trends in libraries.

In 1990, the Douglas County Library system was the worst system in Colorado. Since 2006, and every year since, they have been rated the number one public library in the nation and they are also among the busiest in the nation.

“The Leadership Douglas County sessions relate to each other in unexpected ways, building upon the knowledge gained in previous sessions to form a new and enhanced view of Douglas County’s strengths and growth areas.

Learning how economic development depends in part on local education, and then learning about local education creates that web of knowledge which we can build upon and pass along to our colleagues and neighbors .”- Kerry Schalders- Dex One Corporation Steering Committee Planner: David Jensen, Monique Sendze and Craig Vacura ,LDC Class of 2011 Sponsor of the day: Douglas County Libraries 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. For more information on the Leadership Douglas County program, please call Melissa Moroni at (303) 688-4597 or email melissa@castlerock.org. Applications for the next class will be available soon.

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POLITICAL ADVOCACY Representing Business To Government The Castle Rock Chamber continues to join forces with other business interests in Douglas County to ensure that our collective voice is heard as lawmakers convene at the state house. Our Douglas County delegation does an excellent job coming to our aid-but they need our help! With 100 legislators representing every corner of the state and myriad of interests jostling for support on an extremely wide range of issues, it's vital that we continue to come together to create a seat at the table with all lawmakers for Douglas County business interests.

Interested in learning more about GIC & DCBA, contact Melissa Moroni by emailing Melissa@castlerock.org.

Congressman Cory Gardner and GIC committee.

The Chamber's Governmental Issues Committee provides our business community with a proactive voice and advocate regarding governmental issues; and promotes economic interests, which contributes to the quality of life of Castle Rock.

This program facilitates communication and education between the business community, local, and county government. A variety of elected officials, concerned members and townspeople meet to discuss and clarify issues that are affecting our community today, tomorrow and in the future. If you would like to be involved with this dynamic committee, contact us at 303.688.4597.

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Carole Murray, House District 45 at DCBA Mornings at the Capitol.

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TOWN & COUNTY In the News

Sheriff Monthly MessageMessage-The AMBER Alert™ Program is a voluntary partnership between law-enforcement agencies, broadcasters, transportation agencies, and the wireless industry, to activate an urgent bulletin in the most serious child-abduction cases. The goal of an AMBER Alert is to instantly galvanize the entire community to assist in the search for and the safe recovery of the child. And, of course, the safe return of a missing child is the highest priority of law enforcement.

On average, 797,500 children are reported missing in the U.S. each year — but less than 2 percent are considered "stereotypical" abductions, according to a 2002 U.S. Justice Department study. Stereotypical abductions are classified as abductions during which the child does not know or is of "slight acquaintance" with the abductor.

Make sure your child knows when it is appropriate to talk to strangers. Children often get confused on this point because, even though they are told not to speak with people they do not know, parents often encourage very young children to engage in conversation in order to teach socially-appropriate greetings and politeness. To avoid this confusion, explain to the child that it is OK to respond to simple greetings such as a "Hello" and "How are you?" But explain to the stranger that the child has been told not to say more if he doesn't know the person to whom he is speaking. This way, your child will have a clear definition of when to speak, and the stranger will not be offended for lack of further responses.

Since January 2010, my office has been committed to the development of a Child Abduction Response Team (CART). CART is a multi-agency team that consists of members from the Sheriff’s Office, District Attorney’s Office, Colorado Bureau of Investigations, Department of Human Services, and Douglas County Schools to name a few. CART committee members have identified resources needed, written policies, conducted several table top scenarios, and trained Sheriff’s Office personnel on the initial response and investigation of a child abduction. Douglas County Sheriff’s Office CART recently conducted a small scale field exercise. Due to the success of the exercise, Douglas County is now actively working towards becoming the first CART agency in Colorado to be certified through Amber Alert and Fox Valley Technical College.

Information was gathered from actors located in the surrounding businesses and evidence was collected from two separate crime scenes.

Within three hours, the information lead responders to the “suspect” and a safe recovery of the child. Crime lab personnel, Colorado Bureau of Investigations, Victim’s Assistance, and Search and Rescue all responded. Lone Tree Police Department, Castle Rock Police Department, and Parker Police Department also participated in the exercise by sending personnel from their agencies to observe and evaluate the response. This was a tremendous training opportunity for our deputies and much was learned as a result of this innovative exercise.

The Douglas County Sheriffs Office would like to thank Safeway, The City of Castle Pines, the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce, Allstate, Animal Care Centers, Big O Tires, Cost Cutters, Discount Tire, First Bank, La Dolce Vita, Las Fajitas, Prudential Portrait Realty, Salon 188, The UPS Store, and the community for their support and partnership with this training exercise.

Arapahoe Community College receives $20,000 grant from The Denver Foundation LITTLETON, Colo. (Feb. 1, 2012) – Arapahoe Community College has received a $20,000 grant from The Denver Foundation, as announced today by Courtney Loehfelm, Executive Director of the ACC Foundation.

The grant from The Denver Foundation is designated to be used for childcare stipends for low-income student parents who have children enrolled in the ACC Child Development Center. “Arapahoe Community College is very thankful for this grant, and we extend our most sincere gratitude to The Denver Foundation and its Board of Trustees for their consideration and generosity,” said Loehfelm. “As the enrollment at ACC continues to grow, so does the need for additional childcare. This grant will help keep childcare expenses at a minimum for our student parents as they focus on pursuing their education.”

Mock Child Abduction Training Exercise. On February 1, 2012, the Douglas County Sheriffs Office received a simulated 911 call into the Douglas Regional Dispatch Center of a child that went missing from the Safeway located at 560 Castle Pines Parkway. Patrol deputies and detectives responded to Safeway to take a report and canvass the area for any potential “witnesses”.

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MEMBERS

In the News

Jim Folkestad to be recognized at March’s BAH The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a Business After Hours on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, from 5-7 pm. The Business After Hours is hosted by several pillars in the community including the law firm of Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, PC, White Construction Group, Castle Rock EDC, and McKillip & DiCiesare CPA's, at their offices at 18 South Wilcox.

This popular third annual event commemorates St. Patrick's Day and is in honor of the hosts' customers, clients, business associates and friends in the community.

This year will be a special event because Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, PC, will also recognize its senior share holder, Jim Folkestad, and his 40 years of meritorious service to the community. Please join us in celebrating another successful year and the remarkable continuing career of Jim Folkestad.

MW GOLDEN CONSTRUCTORS has added a new Project Manager and two Superintendents: Bradley T. Monson, AIC, CPC, LEED AP (BD+C), Project Manager - Brad has a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Colorado State University.

He is a Certified Professional Constructor as well as a LEED AP. Brad has previous experience as a Project Manager and a Construction Manager and brings to MW GOLDEN CONSTRUCTORS 18 years of previous industry experience.

Rodney Wurtz, Superintendent – Rodney has 18 years of construction experience and has completed a project for MW GOLDEN CONSTRUCTORS at Adams 12 Five Star Schools, The STEM Year 2 Renovation, and is currently superintending FMS#7 in Watkins, a Design/Build for the Department of Military and Veterans Affair.

Steve Stahlke, Superintendent – Steve has experience in the construction industry since 1979 as a carpenter and has been supervising projects for the last 16 years.

Steve is currently constructing the Lutheran Church of Hope Addition and Renovation in Broomfield for MW GOLDEN CONSTRUCTORS. ZontaZonta-sponsored Trivia Night to Raise Funds To Help Organizations Serving Women Do you love trivia? The Zonta Club of Douglas County will hold its 8th Annual Trivia Night fundraiser on Saturday, April 21, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. in Kirk Hall at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.“We encourage anyone who loves playing trivia to put together a team and join us for a fun evening with dinner, silent and live auctions, beverages and prizes,” says Judy Crenshaw, 2012 Trivia Night Chair.

(Trivia Night with Zonta continue.) A team table for up to six players is $210, and individual tickets are $35 (individuals will be placed on a team). The entry fee includes dinner provided by Angie’s Restaurant, beverages, and cash prizes. Reggie Rivers of News4 will serve as the emcee for the event. For more information, visit: http://www.zontadistrict12.org/douglas Whiskey and a Western at The Wildlife Experience Back by popular demand Whiskey and a Western on March 8th, featuring True Grit (2010) with Jeff Bridges, Matt Damon and Josh Brolin.

From 5:30-7:30, enjoy two whiskey drinks provided by Downslope Distilling, BBQ dinner from Famous Dave’s, dessert provided by Gigi’s Cupcakes and view our wildlife art galleries.

• Cash bar available.

• Popcorn is included in your ticket price. $20 Members ~ $25 Outlaws (Non-Members) ~ $15 Designated Driver Buy tickets online at http://TheWildlifeExperience.org/ whiskey-and-a-western/ or call 720.488.3344.

Whiskey and a Western is a 21 and over event.

The Twelfth Annual Empty Bowl - March 2, 2012 Douglas County Events Center, Castle Rock, Colorado 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Come relax with your family and friends, and take pleasure in the beautiful bowls provided by amazingly creative potters. Ticket includes entry into the event, a handcrafted bowl to keep, unlimited soup, bread and desserts.

Empty Bowl-The first Friday of March is the annual Empty Bowl event, signifying that when a victim of domestic violence flees an unsafe situation, there is an Empty Bowl left at the table. To purchase tickets for our events please call 303-688-1094.

Greater Castle Rock Art Guild (GCRAG )will be hosting a number of classes in March. Starting on March 3rd Evette Goldstein will conduct the first of four calligraphy classes, each 9:00am to 11:00am. March 9th through 11th finds Ellie Ludvigsen conducting a photograph workshop in the San Luis Valley shooting the Sandhill Cranes.

On Saturday March 10th Camille Scott will have a oneday workshop, 9am-12pm in encaustics. For locations and fees on these and other ongoing classes please call 303-660-0856 or go to GCRAG.com for more information on these items and the guild, as well. Also, one of GCRAG's own, Tadashi Hayakawa, an internationally successful artist, is offering a free workshop at the PACE Center in Parker at 20000 E. Mainstreet in Parker from 1 to 4pm. For more information please contact Barbara Wilson at gawbjc@gmail.com.

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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

Calendar of Events Our Mission: To build a network of young professionals who support each other and serve as a voice for young business leaders in the community, with an emphasis on social activities and community involvement.

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.

March 2012 1st

Monthly meeting First Thursday

15th Monthly Luncheon Third Thursday 28th Happy Hour Fourth Wed

Special Event

Contact Us: castlerockstars@gmail.com

Food Drive Collection March Business After Hours

March Happenings The Castle Rock Stars annual Filling the Pantry food drive ends at the March Business After Hours. The food drive benefits the Douglas/Elbert Task Force. Please bring your non-perishable food donation to the February and March Business After Hours. In an economy where money is tight, jobs are scarce and food is expensive, a couple of cans go a long way!

Please remember to bring your food donations to the March Business After Hours to help support the Douglas County Task Force. The Castle Rock Stars appreciate for your support.

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