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Vol. 8 No. 10 - August 7, 2010

D-38 picks Bauman as interim superintendent
Fox Run Aerial Adventure Park proposed
Donala Water and Sanitation District Workshop, July 7: District to conduct aquifer recharge feasibility study, investigate IPR project, and finance CSU connection
Academy Water and Sanitation District, July 7: Plan would protect local water supply
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Board of Directors, July 8: Board discusses future of water authorities
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee, July 13: Possible methods for meeting new total phosphorus limits discussed
Monument Sanitation District, July 15: Wakonda Hills pipeline installation concluding
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, July 21: Petersen resigns; members discuss merger with the El Paso County Water Authority
Forest View Acres Water District Board of Directors, July 22: Improvements to well, treatment plant planned
Triview Metropolitan District Board, July 27: Baptist Road landscape easement vacated
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District, July 28: Financing of new aerial truck finalized
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District board, July 28: New ladder truck arrives
Palmer Lake Town Council, July 8: Medical marijuana cultivation space approved
Monument Board of Trustees, July 19: Joint water plan gets preliminary approval
Monument Board of Trustees, Aug. 2: Water plans discussed
Monument Planning Commission, July 14: Two new buildings planned for business park
Woodmoor Improvement Association Board of Directors, July 28: Board recognizes public safety officer, considers changes in documents
July Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Beach and backyard books
Art Matters: Frames shouldn’t overpower art
Snapshots of Our Community
Crawford Memorial Planning Meeting, July 6 and July 20: Committee discusses redesign of Crawford Memorial site
July and August library events: Summer reading ends with a gala event
Palmer Lake Historical Society meeting, July 15: Shamrock Ranch history presented
Historic Estemere mansion is for sale
Author criticizes Canadian oil sands project
Special Events and Notices

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Vol. 10 No. 7 - July 3, 2010

Anglers reel in trout at Palmer Lake Fishing Derby
Rabies alert issued for Tri-Lakes Area
County candidates present their priorities
D-38 Board of Education June 3, 17, and 22: Superintendent Blanch resigns; Borman appointed acting superintendent
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District board, June 23: Board selects contractor and fire trucks for new station
Defensible space and Firewise annual checklist
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District board, June 23: Board passes resolution against ballot issues
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Board of Directors, June 14: Repaving set for White Fawn and Deer Creek
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, June 16: Executive director of the Colorado Water Conservation Board meets with PPRWA
Monument Sanitation District, June 17: Wakonda Hills lift station contract awarded
Donala Water and Sanitation District, June 24: District to hold workshop on water issues July 7
Monument Board of Trustees, June 7: Restaurant owners receive Jim Moore Award
Monument Board of Trustees, June 21: Chief Shirk hosts promotion and awards ceremony
Palmer Lake Town Council, June 10: Council approves replacement medical marijuana ordinance and three dispensary licenses
Woodmoor Improvement Association Board of Directors, June 23: Board appoints new members
June Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Open letter to all residents of Woodmoor
Luke Ebaugh leaving Monument staff for dental school
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Summer fun for kids
Gleneagle Sertoma Club elects officers
High Country Highlights: Perennials for summer color
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: American white pelican
Art Matters: Perception creates reality
Snapshots of Our Community
June and July library events: Summer reading in full swing; big party planned
Crawford Memorial Planning Meeting, June 10: Memorial to honor military personnel in region
Palmer Lake Historical Society meeting, June 20: Hundreds attend Fathers’ Day Ice Cream Social
Special Events and Notices

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Vol. 10 No. 6 - June 5, 2010

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Fraud, ID theft seen in Tri-Lakes area
El Paso County Board of County Commissioners, May 27: County approves patio homes on driving range
Palmer Lake Town Council, May 13: Marijuana ordinance amendment tabled
Palmer Lake Medical Marijuana Task Force, June 2: Neighbors complain about location of potential dispensary
Monument Board of Trustees, May 3: Consultant research for proposed water purchase approved
Monument Board of Trustees, May 17: Fountain Mutual Irrigation water purchase canceled
Monument Planning Commission, May 12: Monument Marketplace auto repair shop plat approved
Special district election results
Academy Water and Sanitation District, May 5: Discussion on merging with Donala revived
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Board, May 6: Nasser retires from board; new officers installed
Joint Use Committee, May 11: Crystal Creek health hazard discussed
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, May 19: Flaming Gorge project gains additional participants
Donala Water and Sanitation District, May 20: Decision by Colorado Springs may clear the way for a contract with Donala
Monument Sanitation District, May 20: Board elects officers
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Board, April 28: Expenditures and income on track
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District special board meeting, May 18: New board sworn in
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, May 26: Residents praise firefighters’ efforts
DWFPD Safety Fair
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board, May 26: New board shifts focus from merger to new station
Lewis-Palmer District 38 Board of Education, May 20: Board discusses outsourcing food service, hears public comments
Lewis-Palmer District 38 District Accountability Advisory Committee, May 11: Committee discusses long-term planning task force
Lewis-Palmer District 38 Special Education Advisory Committee, May 12: Principals’ panel addresses committee; board elected
Monument Academy Board of Directors, May 12: School looks to outside consulting for reorganization help
May Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Loss of Creekside school mourned
Get involved in local school issues
Thanks for Pine Forest Antiques Show support
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: New favorites for fathers
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Wood Duck
Art Matters: Drawing in our contemporary art scene
Snapshots of Our Community
School gets pizza money for playground, April 30
Burgan entertains with tunes from the ‘50s-‘60s, May 8
Art sale May 15 provides support for Tri-Lakes Cares
Blood drive delivers "Gift of Life", May 18
Keeping our children safe, May 18
Tea Social treated to mini-concert, May 18
TLWC ends the year with sunflowers and cake
Elected officials take office
Woodmoor district makes presentations
Palmer Lake Medical Marijuana Taskforce meeting
"Crimes of the Heart" at the TLCA, May 20-23
Monument Art Hop begins new season, May 20
Gleneagle Sertoma’s "Spirits of Spring" raises $9,085 for charities, May 22
Monument Hill Sertoma cleans up I-25, May 2
May and June library events: Staff visits schools in anticipation of summer reading
Palmer Lake Historical Society meeting, May 20: All aboard for Pikes Peak
Palmer Lake Historical Society Chautauqua May Planning Meetings: Boy Scouts volunteer to assist Chautauqua project
Special Events and Notices
Hooked on Palmer Lake Kids’ Fishing Derby, June 5
Native American Inter-Tribal Festival, June 5
Summer Kids’ Camp at TLCA, June 7
Adult Immunization Clinic, June 7
Spring Fine Art Show opening reception, June 11
Huntington’s disease fundraiser, June 12
Tri-Lakes Cruisers Car Show, June 13
Tri-Lakes area election debate, June 16
Summer Soul-stice Celebration, June 19
Fathers’ Day Ice Cream Social, June 20
Denver Burn Camp Run, June 27
Griffith Golf Tournament, June 28
Farmers Markets in our community
Independence Day Parade in Monument, July 3
July 3 Community Events
July 4 Events
Slash and Mulch season underway
Bears out; take precautions to avoid conflicts
Rabid fox found in Woodmoor
Check out energy savings at local libraries
Senior Beat newsletter, subscribe for free!
Tri-Lakes Senior Citizens Center is now open
Tri-Lakes Cares Thrift Shop in Monument
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store: new location

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Vol. 10 No. 5 - May 1, 2010

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Hats a hit at Senior Ladies' Tea Social
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, April 21 Woodmoor district is back in the fold
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board of Education, April 1, 8, 16, and 26: Board names new school, blocks departure of Monument Academy
D-38 District Accountability Advisory Committee, April 13: DAAC to create long-range planning task force
D-38 Special Education Advisory Committee, April 14: Differentiated and team teaching benefits explained
Monument Academy Board of Directors, April 21: Community likes idea of charter release
Joint Use Committee, April 13: Attorney updates committee on pending tighter limits
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District, April 8: District contracts for water rights in Lower Arkansas valley
Monument Sanitation District, April 15: Construction to resume for Wakonda Hills collection system expansion
Donala Water and Sanitation District, April 22: May 4 ballots seek approval of debt, property tax increases
Town election results
Monument Board of Trustees, April 5: Triview maintenance agreement approved
Monument Board of Trustees, April 19: July the Third parade street closing approved
Monument Planning Commission, April 14: Village Center at Woodmoor amendment approved
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority, April 2: BRRTA and PPRTA having trouble getting some sales taxes
County transportation officials receive local public input
Woodmoor Improvement Association, April 28: Woodmoor residents to receive survey
April Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
The D-38 "mess": One senior citizen’s perspective
An ill-conceived plan with unintended consequences
Chamber presents awards to those who made a difference
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Celebrating motherhood
High Country Highlights: Springtime gardening tips
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: White-faced ibis, an unusual migrant
Tri-Lakes Cares to benefit from art sale
Art Matters: Art Hop springing back into town for 2010
Snapshots of Our Community
Two comedies bring laughs to TLCA
Easter egg hunters hit mother lode, April 3
Geothermal lecture heats up museum, April 8
Legacy Sertoma Club holds first meeting, April 8
Poetry, song, and art combine at TLCA, April 9
Screenings given at Health Fair, April 10
Hat contest highlights Tea Social, April 20
Thrift shop pays back Tri-Lakes Cares, April 22
Sweet Sunny South lays down bluegrass at TLCA, April 24
Vendors brave snowstorm to participate in Antiques Show
April and May library events
Palmer Lake Historical Society meeting, April 15: Evolution of the Denver & New Orleans Railroad
Palmer Lake Historical Society Chautauqua April meetings: Chuck Pyle accepts Chautauqua invitation
Slavens and Collson honored
Special Events and Notices
Put the Nuns in Charge comedy show, May 1
Slash and Mulch season begins May 1
Fire Protection Districts’ special elections, May 4
CASA 4-1-1 Night, May 6
Wescott Fire Department Summer Safety Fair, May 15
Bowling Fundraiser for the Return of the Rocky Mountain Chautauqua, May 16
Tri-Lakes Community Blood Drive, May 18
Tri-Lakes Cares Hosts Community Open House, May 18
Art Hop is back, May 20
Colorado Cyber School Information Session, May 20
District One Community Meeting with Sheriff Maketa, May 20
Spirits of Spring Wine and Beer Tasting and Auction, May 22
Sheriff’s Office announces second Citizens’ Academy
BOCC to consider Gleneagle Golf Course townhouse development, May 27
Hooked on Palmer Lake Kids’ Fishing Derby, Jun. 5
Native American Inter-Tribal Festival, June 5
Denver Burn Camp Run, June 27
Bears coming out of hibernation; take precautions to avoid conflicts
Rabid fox found in Woodmoor
El Paso County seeks community priorities for transportation plan
Check out energy savings at local libraries
Senior Beat newsletter—subscribe for free!
Tri-Lakes Senior Citizens Center is now open
Tri-Lakes Cares Thrift Shop in Monument
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store: new location

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Vol. 10 No. 4 - April 3, 2010

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Lance, Leonhardt, and Ridings receive Phoenix Club Award
Water authority dissension continues
Lewis-Palmer D-38 Board of Education, March 4, 11 and 18: Board continues dialogue with community as it plans for coming year
D-38 District Accountability Advisory Committee, March 9: State Rep. Stephens responds to letter campaign at meeting
D-38 Special Education Advisory Committee, March 10: Committee discusses future plans, priorities
Joint Use Committee, March 9: Tighter effluent restriction limits remain a concern
Donala Water and Sanitation District, March 18: May 4 ballots seek approval of debt, property tax increase
Monument Sanitation District, March 18: District purchases its first utility vehicle
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District, March 10: Board hears request to extend use of private well
Triview Metropolitan District, March 23: Power company gets landscaping easement
Monument Board of Trustees, March 15: New Jackson Creek elementary school playground proposed
Monument Planning Commission, March 10: A full house once again
Palmer Lake Town Council, March 11: New fire department protocols being developed
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District, March 17: Three firefighters selected for Phoenix Club Award
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, March 24: Proposition 101 could jeopardize future district funding
Special district election candidate statements
March Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Yes, it really is about water!
Easton for mayor
Vote "Yes" on Donala Issues A and B
Agencies praised for compassion in search effort
Quality of life "report card" presented
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Tulips, daffodils, and … new books!
High Country Highlights: Amending your soil
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Yellow-headed blackbird
Art Matters: Are you the next Herb and Dorothy?
Snapshots of Our Community
State Champion LP Ice Hockey Team honored, Mar. 8
Artist Robert Gray honored by his students
The Zen Cowboy Releases CD at TLCA, Mar. 12
St. Patrick’s Day Tea Social, Mar. 16
Haus Muzik String Quartet at TLCA, Mar. 21
Senior Alliance Thrift Store Grand Opening, Mar. 22
Grandma’s Grits at the TLCA , Mar. 27
March and April library events
Palmer Lake Historical Society meeting, March 18: "A portrayal of Lucretia Vaile"
Special Events and Notices
Nighttime Click It or Ticket, April 1-7
Free income tax filing assistance by AARP
Pine Forest Antiques Show, April 24-25
Comedy Show–Put the Nuns in Charge, May 1
Spirits of Spring Wine and Beer Tasting and Auction, May 22
El Paso County seeks community priorities for transportation plan
Free gun-lock kit
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) ends this month
Tri-Lakes Senior Citizens Center is now open
County Prescription Discount program now online
Tri-Lakes Cares thrift shop in Monument
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store: new location
Senior Safety Program

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Vol. 10 No. 3 - March 6, 2010

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Dramatic ice rescue
PPRWA divided over coalition
Palmer Lake Town Council, Feb. 11: Town survey results presented
Monument Board of Trustees, March 1: Change in staffing for Triview requested
Joint Use Committee, Feb. 9: Tighter effluent restriction limits remain a concern
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Board, Feb. 11: Board votes to join wastewater council; Nasser honored
Monument Sanitation District, Feb. 18: Wakonda Hills tap fees will increase Oct. 1
Triview Metropolitan District, Feb. 23: Board election cancelled
Donala Water and Sanitation District, Feb. 24: Board approves debt and mill levy questions for ballot
Academy Water and Sanitation District, March 3: Water rates going up
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District, Feb. 24: Board accepts bookkeeper’s resignation; staff will manage district finances again
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Board, Feb. 24: Subcommittee formed for union liaison
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board of Education, Feb. 18: School Board discusses changes for upcoming school year
Lewis-Palmer District Accountability Advisory Committee, Feb. 9: Legislators are focus of school funding concerns
Lewis-Palmer Special Education Advisory Committee, Feb. 10: Superintendent responds to position statement
Woodmoor Improvement Association Board, Feb. 24: Board holds first meeting, makes changes
February Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Fundraiser for son appreciated
Fireworks? Now?
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Spring into spring with a new book
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Cranes
Art Matters: Objets du jour: Quilts, fiber, multimedia, and more
Snapshots of Our Community
TLWC honors past presidents, Feb. 4
TLWC holds travel seminar, Feb. 10
Sammy Dee’s blues electrify TLCA crowd, Feb. 13
Wedding Showcase at the TLCA, Feb. 21
Lake Ice hosts troops for fishing on Monument Lake
Woo returns to TLCA, Feb. 27
February and March library events
Palmer Lake Historical Society meeting, Feb. 18: The rebirth of Old Colorado City
Palmer Lake Historical Society Chautauqua meeting, Feb. 22: Historical Society begins Chautauqua planning
Special Events and Notices
Tri-Lakes Women’s Club grant applications due March 15
Tri-Lakes Community Blood Drive, March 16
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store: New location grand opening, March 19
Gleneagle Sertoma Blood Drive, March 25
Free income tax filing assistance by AARP
Pine Forest Antiques Show, April 24-25
Free gun-lock kits
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
Tri-Lakes Senior Citizens Center is now open
County Prescription Discount program now online
Tri-Lakes Cares thrift shop in Monument
Senior Safety Program

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Vol. 10 No. 2 - February 6, 2010

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Palmer Lake Volunteer Fire Department receives matching grant from Modern Woodmen of America
WIA Annual Meeting, Jan. 25: WIA elects directors
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, Jan. 20: Dissension arises over Woodmoor district’s actions
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District Board, Jan.14: Board discusses public relations approach, ongoing projects
Monument Sanitation District Board, Jan. 21: Wakonda Hills project on winter break
Donala Water and Sanitation District, Jan. 27: District prepares for May 4 election
Academy Water and Sanitation District, Feb. 3: Concerns over water, wastewater issues are addressed
Monument Board of Trustees, Jan. 19: Town employees can donate vacation time to Haiti
Monument Planning Commission, Jan. 13: Planning code amendments approved
Palmer Lake Town Council, Jan.14: New fire chief sworn in
Palmer Lake Town Council special meeting, Jan. 21: Medical marijuana moratorium approved for 90 days
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board, Jan. 27: Bookkeeping problems continue
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Board, Jan. 27: Board discusses revenues, expenses
School District 38 Board of Education, Jan. 21 and 28: Additional school budget cuts considered
D-38 District Accountability Advisory Committee, Jan. 5: Budget reviewed before public survey
D-38 Special Education Advisory Committee, Jan. 13: Committee discusses response to intervention, position statement
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority, Jan. 8: I-25 Baptist Road interchange construction completed for this year
Doewood Gate meeting, Jan. 13: Citizens comment on future of controversial road gate
January Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Sertoma Club changing affiliation to Kiwanis
Thanks for donations to Sertoma
Let’s be positive
The D-38 budget crisis: What really happened
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Love is in the air
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: The red-tailed hawk and the red-winged blackbird
Art Matters: Porkbusters: Public art you can support for "free"
Snapshots of Our Community
Communications Auxiliary occupies new facility
Donala holds community meetings, Jan. 13-14
Blood drive at Tri-Lakes Cares, Jan. 19
Drabkin and Brooks charm TLCA audience, Jan. 23
Recycling at the TLCA, Jan. 30
All glass show at TLCA
Kinney named Monument Hill Sertoman of the year
Fundraiser held to help fight child blindness
January and February library events
Historical Society holds annual dinner, election
Special Events and Notices
Senior Mondays at the Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI)
Pikes Peak Library District’s Adult Reading Program
Tri-Lakes Women’s Club grant applications 2010
Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI) celebrates 100 Years of Scouting in February
Tri-Lakes Cares Community Dental Clinic, Feb. 12
Call to artists, Feb. 15 deadline
D-38 chess tournament, Feb. 20
Free income tax filing assistance by AARP
Free gun-lock kit
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
County Prescription Discount program now online
Tri-Lakes Cares thrift shop in Monument
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store–new location
Senior Safety Program
Wildlife Masters in El Paso County

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Vol. 10 No. 1 - January 9, 2010

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School District 38 Board of Education, Dec. 17: Board votes to close Grace Best, reconfigure others
D-38 Special Education Advisory Committee, Dec. 9: Committee discusses position statement, extended school year option
Donala Water and Sanitation District, Dec. 3: District reviews survey results, plans Jan. 13-14 community meetings
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Board, Dec. 10: Board approves budget, discusses project
Monument Sanitation District Board, Dec. 17: Residential fees increase $3 per month beginning April 1
Woodman Hills joins PPRWA
Triview Metropolitan District Board, Dec. 22: District OKs 2010 budget
Academy Water and Sanitation District, Jan. 6: Missing 2007 documentation troubling
Monument Board of Trustees, Dec. 7: 2010 budget narrowly approved
Monument Board of Trustees, Jan. 4: Board approves AutoZone store in Monument Ridge Center
Monument Planning Commission, Dec. 9: AutoZone site approved for Monument Ridge center
Palmer Lake Town Council special meeting, Dec. 3: Water rates increased to pay for plant expansion loan; Moreland sworn in as police chief
Palmer Lake Town Council regular meeting, Dec.10: 2010 budget approved
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Board, Dec. 9: 2010 budget approved; funds authorized
December Weather Wrap
Top weather events of 2009
Letters to Our Community
Chili Supper raises $5,590
Woodmoor board members on the right track
A letter to Woodmoor residents
Woodmoor directors anger resident
Support Woodmoor Public Safety officers
Woodmoor board out of touch?
Board action hurts Woodmoor residents
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Great reads for cold nights
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Greater sage grouse
Woodmoor Holiday Party, Dec. 6
Art Matters: Creative community legislation
Snapshots of Our Community
Monument celebrates Small Town Christmas, Dec. 5
Pageant puts audience in holiday spirit, Dec. 10-13
Gleneagle holds First Annual Festival of Lights, Dec. 12
Chuck Pyle and John Fielder combine for an evening of song and imagery, Dec. 15
Hundreds attend North Pole Craft Fair, Dec. 5-6
Santa & friends at the Senior Alliance Thrift Store and...On Patrol, Dec. 19
Information sought on Eagle Villas vandalism
December and January library events
Holiday powwow benefits Native Americans
Special Events and Notices
Recycle your Christmas tree, Jan. 9-10
Bowl and Live Auction to Help Prevent Childhood Blindness, Jan. 9
Senior Mondays at the Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI)
Pikes Peak Library District’s Adult Reading Program kicks off Jan. 11
Meeting to discuss removing Doewood Drive barricade, Jan. 13
Donala to hold town meetings about water issues, Jan. 13-14
Tri-Lakes Women’s Club grant applications 2010
Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI) celebrates 100 Years of Scouting in February
Sheriff’s Office announces spring Citizens’ Academy
Free gun-lock kits
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
County Prescription Discount Program now online
Tri-Lakes Cares thrift shop in Monument
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store in Palmer Lake
Senior Safety Program
Wildlife Masters in El Paso County

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Vol. 9 No. 12 - December 5, 2009

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Watch for the Red Kettles
Community summit on D-38 funding, Dec. 8, 10
Third street paving completed, Nov. 7
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, Nov. 18: Tentative $1 million per year water lease agreement announced
Donala phone survey finds strong support for connection to CSU
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Board, Nov. 12: Board holds preliminary discussion of 2010 budget
Monument Sanitation District board, Nov. 19: 2010 budget options proposed
Monument Board of Trustees, Nov. 2: Officer joins Monument Police Department
Monument Board of Trustees, Nov. 16: FBI agents present award
Monument Planning Commission, Nov. 10: Monument Ridge plans approved
Palmer Lake Town Council, Nov. 12: Vote on water rate increase delayed
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, Nov. 18: District will pursue federal grant for staffing
Lewis-Palmer District 38 Board of Education, Nov. 19: New board member installed; budget process discussed
Lewis-Palmer School District Accountability Advisory Committee, Nov. 11: DAAC discusses ways to cut $5 million
Lewis-Palmer School District Special Education Advisory Committee, Nov. 11: Fleury seeks improved communication
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority, Nov. 13: I-25 Baptist Road interchange completed for this year
BRRTA ceremony marks interchange milestone
November Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Tri-Lakes community bands together
A speed trap in Palmer Lake?
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Gifts for treasuring beyond the holidays
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Mourning dove
Art Matters: The art of living in "Try" Lakes
Two journeys make for one great TLCA show
Snapshots of Our Community
Taste of Lewis-Palmer raises money for charities, Nov. 12
VFW Post 7829 Patriot’s Pen Awards, Nov. 16
Palmer Divide thanks fans at TLCA concert, Nov. 21
Chili and star lighting draws record crowd, Nov. 28
Tri-Lakes Women’s Club presents grant to Boy Scouts
"Polar Express" at the Mining Museum
Group donates knitted items to Urban Peak
November and December library events
Palmer Lake Historical Society, Nov. 19: Historian reveals history of USAFA grounds
Special Events and Notices
Historic Monument Small Town Christmas, Dec. 5
MOMS Club Holiday Extravaganza and Coat Drive, Dec. 5
North Pole at Tri-Lakes Craft Show, Dec. 5 and 6
Community Summit on School Funding, Dec. 8 and 10
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Dec. 10-13
Project Lighthouse 6th Annual Christmas Pow Wow, Dec. 12
Gleneagle Festival of Lights, Dec. 12
Christmas handbell concert, Dec. 12
Palmer Lake Yule Log Hunt, Dec. 13
Combined Donald Wescott Fire Protection District and PAETEC Christmas Food Drive, Dec. 15
A Colorado Evening featuring John Fielder and Chuck Pyle, Dec. 15
Combined Police and Fire Departments’ Holiday Toy Drive ends Dec. 16
"The Wonder of Christmas" Holiday Concert, Dec. 18-19
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Santa Patrol
Acoustic Eidolon Concert, Dec. 19
The Tri-Lakes Women’s Club Colorado Classic Collection 2009
Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority seeks volunteer
Clear snow and ice around mailboxes for letter carriers
Free firearm safety kits to be distributed locally
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
County Prescription Discount Program now online
New thrift shop opens in Monument
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store in Palmer Lake
Senior Safety Program

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Vol. 9 No. 11 - November 7, 2009

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Monument Safe Trick or Treat
Wilson wins reelection
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, Oct. 21: Faced with the need to increase water rates, authority monitors water deliberations
Colorado Springs Utilities Utility Policy Advisory Committee, Oct. 7: Policy panel considers financial issues in regional water partnerships
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Board, Oct. 15: Sewer project behind schedule
Monument Sanitation District board, Oct. 22: Change in cost-sharing rules could spur fee hike
Donala Water and Sanitation District, Oct. 21: District plans survey of views about water and potential ballot measure
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District board, Oct. 28: Board switches location for new station
Donald Wescott Open House, Oct. 3
PLVFD Open House, Oct. 3
Monument Board of Trustees, Oct. 5: Gingrich appointed to board
Board holds town hall meeting, Oct. 19
Monument Planning Commission, Oct. 14: Regulation of medical marijuana dispensaries approved
Palmer Lake Town Council, Oct. 8: Town survey extended to Nov. 30
Lewis-Palmer District 38 Board, Oct. 15: Blanch underscores technological advances
Lewis-Palmer School District Accountability Advisory Committee, Oct. 13: Great Education Colorado, Colorado Growth Model explained
Web site exclusive: D-38 Special Education Advisory Committee, Oct.14: Committee discusses priorities, vision with superintendent
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority, Oct. 9: All Baptist Road bridge lanes opened
October Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Heartfelt thanks from the Tri-Lakes Women’s Club
Praise for the Woodmoor Improvement Association
Articles called misleading
Editor’s note
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Gifts that keep on giving
High Country Highlights: Water now to prevent plant damage
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Northern saw-whet owl
Art Matters: Is your wish list ready?
PLAG Craft Fair, Oct. 3-4
TLCA Annual Member Show
Snapshots of Our Community
John Adams Return a Rocky Mountain High for TLCA audience, Oct. 3
Tri-Lakes Women’s Club Coffee and Chatter, Oct. 5
Fire Prevention Presentation at LPES, Oct. 8
Wells Fargo presents grant to Senior Alliance, Oct. 15
First Woodmoor Fall Festival held Oct. 18
Landmark restaurant damaged by fire reopens, Oct. 23
Empty Bowl filled with compassion for those in need
Hundreds contribute to Wine and Roses
October and November library events
Health Fair provides low-cost screenings for many, Oct. 24
Palmer Lake Historical Society, Oct. 15: Air Force Academy historian details Pike expeditions
Monica Deluca installed as ninth Monument postmaster
Special Events and Notices
Black Forest Arts & Crafts Show and Sale, Nov. 5-8
Tri-Lakes Chapel Community Blood Drive, Nov. 12
Taste of Lewis-Palmer Middle School, Nov. 12
Department of Human Services Advisory Commission needs volunteers
Wayne Williams speaks on county development issues, Nov. 14
Operation Christmas Child Collection Week, Nov. 16-23
Monument unveils Christmas Banners, Nov. 20
Palmer Divide Bluegrass Band, Nov. 21
Palmer Lake’s Chili Supper and Star Lighting, Nov. 28
Comments on the Regional Transportation Plan due by Dec. 1
Historic Monument Small Town Christmas, Dec. 5
MOMS Club Holiday Extravaganza and Coat Drive, Dec. 5
Singers and musicians needed for Christmas production
Free firearm safety kits to be distributed locally
Gleneagle Golf Club seeks volunteers for advisory committee
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
County Prescription Discount Program now online
New thrift shop opens in Monument
Senior Safety Program
Wildlife Masters in El Paso County

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Vol. 9 No. 10 - October 3, 2009

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Volunteers clean up the Santa Fe Trail
Triview Metropolitan District, Sept. 15: Fixed-rate bond refinancing approved
5 candidates for 4 seats
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 board, Sept. 17: Board discusses organization, funding
Lewis-Palmer School District Accountability Advisory Committee, Sept. 15: Committee discusses programs, goals
D-38 Special Education Advisory Committee, Sept. 9: School funding a major concern
Monument Board of Trustees, Sept. 8: Trustee Tim Miller resigns
Monument Board of Trustees, Sept. 21: Gingrich appointed to succeed Miller
Beacon Lite Road Improvements Community Meeting, Sept. 22: County officials get residents’ input on road upgrade
Palmer Lake Town Council meeting, Sept. 10: Final Lucy Owens Fund payment decision deferred
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District board, Sept. 3: Board approves development of conservation plan
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, Sept. 16: Authority focuses on connection to Springs Utilities
Donala Water and Sanitation District, Sept. 16: District considers raising water rates 10 percent
Monument Sanitation District Board, Sept. 24: Wakonda Hills stimulus project begins
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District board, Sept. 23: District offers fire mitigation recommendations
September Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Support the 3/50 Project and local merchants
Open letter to kind strangers
Thanks to a helpful person
Wilson gets board member’s support
Parent backs Wilson for School Board
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: What’s new in the book world?
High Country Highlights: The well-diversified garden
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Prothonotary warbler
Art Matters: The thought leaders
Monument Art Hop concludes another successful year
Snapshots of Our Community
Dakota Blonde returns to TLCA, Sept. 12
NEPCO discusses HOA legal issues, Sept. 12
Woodmoor Business Fair, Sept. 13
Tri-Lakes Cares’ thrift shop grand opening, Sept. 18
Monument Hill Sertomans clean up I-25, Sept. 19
Concert in the Park series receives Governor’s Award
September and October library events
Palmer Lake Historical Society, Sept. 17: Local videographer documents history
Taste the wine, smell the roses
Haunted Mines opens
Special Events and Notices
Christmas Crafts Fair, Oct. 3-4
Flu shot clinic and Palmer Lake Fire Station Open House, Oct. 3
Donald Wescott Fire Prevention Week Open House, Oct. 3
A Tribute to John Denver, Oct. 3
Benefit for Golden Retriever Freedom Rescue, Oct. 4
Halloween Scavenger Hunt, through Oct. 31
Haunted Mines, through Oct. 31
Tri-Lakes Immunization Clinic, Oct. 6
Empty Bowls Dinner, Oct. 7
Meet the School Board Candidates, Oct. 8
Lewis-Palmer football games broadcast live over the Internet by Q-SKY FM
Community Closet now open second and fourth Saturdays
"A Casino Night in Casablanca," Oct. 17
Wine and Roses, Oct. 23
Meet the Author: Homer Hickam, The Rocket Boys, Oct. 23
Tri-Lakes Health Fair, Oct. 24
Safe Trick or Treat, Oct. 31
CASA 411 Night, Nov. 5
Black Forest Arts & Crafts Show and Sale, Nov. 5-8
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
Gleneagle Golf Club seeks volunteers for advisory committee
County Prescription Discount Program now online
Tri-Lakes Senior Citizens Center is now open
Handbell ringers needed for holiday concert
New thrift shop opens in Monument
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store in Palmer Lake

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Vol. 9 No. 9 - September 5, 2009

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Chautauqua makes successful return
Beacon Lite Rd. meeting, Sept. 22
Monument Sanitation District board, Aug. 20: District approved for $2.4 million in stimulus loans
Rancher offers land for new fire station
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, Aug. 26: Board gets update on arrested firefighter
Monument Board of Trustees, Aug. 3: Kaiser appointed to vacant trustee seat
Monument Board of Trustees, Aug. 17: Gingrich appointed to vacant Planning Commission seat
Monument Planning Commission, Aug. 12: Extensive changes to fence regulations approved
Palmer Lake Town Council, Aug. 6: Search begins for new police chief and admin assistant
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Board, Aug. 13: Budget bumps balance out
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, Aug. 19: Authority decides to continue one more year; plans second presentation to CSU
Donala Water and Sanitation District, Aug. 19: District closer to a water deal with Colorado Springs
Academy Water and Sanitation District, Sept. 2: Preventing water source contamination focus of presentation
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board, Aug. 20: Board hears support for private instruction
Senior center opens in Monument
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority, Aug. 14: 2008 audit accepted
August Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Serteens at your service
Tri-Lakes Cares names Swanson Executive Director; holds events Sept. 19
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Real lives, real people
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Black-crowned night heron
Art Matters: Arts education lacking despite call for creativity
Art Hop, Aug. 20
Snapshots of Our Community
Chautauqua makes successful return
PLAG at WMMI, Aug. 7
Smokey’s party, Aug. 8
Monument Open Chess tournament, Aug. 22-23
Siskind and Book at TLCA
TLCA gift shop opening
August and September library events
Everyone a winner at Tri-Lakes Non-Profit Day
Palmer Lake Historical Society, Aug. 20: Trombone quintet serenades Historical Society
Empty Bowl fundraiser returns Oct. 7
Special Events and Notices
Fill the boot for the MDA, to Sept. 7
Tri-Lakes Women’s Club Open House, Sept. 10
Patriots Golf Tournament, Sept. 11
Community Closet now open second and fourth Saturdays
Dakota Blonde returns to TLCA, Sept. 12
Slash and Mulch season ends soon
Monument Citizen Police Academy, Sept. 15
Annual Chili Cook-Off and Tasting, Sept. 19
Beacon Lite Road Community Meeting, Sept. 22
Haunted Mines, Oct. 1-31
Christmas Crafts Fair, Oct. 3-4
Flu shot clinic and Palmer Lake Fire Station Open House, Oct. 3
Benefit for Golden Retriever Freedom Rescue, Oct. 4
Empty Bowl 2009, Oct. 7
Wine and Roses 2009, Oct. 23
Meet the Author: Homer Hickam, The Rocket Boys, Oct. 23
County Prescription Discount Program now online
Tri-Lakes Senior Citizens Center is now open
Handbell ringers needed for holiday concert
New thrift shop opens in Monument
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store in Palmer Lake
Senior Safety Program
Wildlife Masters in El Paso County
Parting Shots

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Vol. 9 No. 8 - August 1, 2009

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Independence Day celebration
Grasses and weeds pose fire risk
Thompson gets the axe July 10
Patio homes get conditional approval
Monument Board of Trustees, July 6: Glenn resigns; Trustee Easton appointed mayor
Monument Board of Trustees, July 20: Streamlined building permit process approved
Palmer Lake Town Council, July 9: Loan for water treatment plant formally approved
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation board, July 16: Sewer repair contract approved
Donala Water and Sanitation District, July 14: Ranch access issues continue
Wastewater plant grand opening celebration July 24
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, July 15: Authority ponders its future
Monument Sanitation District board, July 16: Public hearing held for $2 million stimulus loan application
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority board, July 10: Road use fee table amended
July Weather Wrap
High Country Highlights: Are your trees thirsty?
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Take a hike!
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Black-headed grosbeak
Art Matters: Chautauqua at TLCA: Exhibit for two women artists
Snapshots of Our Community
Independence Day Celebration
Peace Poster Project at TLCA
Gift shop makeover at TLCA
July and August library events
Palmer Lake Historical Society, July 16: Historical Society relives Battle of Glorieta Pass
Red Cross needs volunteers for emergency shelters
Special Events and Notices
Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI): Burro Birthday Bash, Aug. 1
Pikes Peak Library District End of Summer Teen Concert, Aug. 1
Literacy volunteers needed
Art show reception at WMMI, Aug. 7
2009 Return of the Rocky Mountain Chautauqua Assembly
Black Forest Festival, Aug. 8
Community Closet now open second and fourth Saturdays
Annual Palmer Lake and Monument Ice Cream Social, Aug. 8
Housing Authority seeks volunteers
Sheriff’s Office announces fall Citizens’ Academy
Handbell ringers needed
New thrift shop opens in Monument
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store in Palmer Lake
Slash and Mulch season underway
Master Gardener Help Desk at Monument Library
Senior Safety Program
Wildlife Masters in El Paso County

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Vol. 9 No. 7 - July 6, 2009

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Palmer Lake Fishing Derby
Possible fire district consolidation
Fire damages three businesses
Monument Board of Trustees, June 1: Mayor Glenn leaves; Dominguez to serve as mayor for now
Monument Planning Commission, June 10: Commissioners approve Monument Marketplace plat
Palmer Lake Town Council, June 11: Both wells pumping as town awaits plant upgrade
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District Board, June 11: District won’t pass on fee to employees
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, June 17: Authority prepares for presentation to CSU committee
Donala Water and Sanitation District, June 17: Water court case filed to convert ranch water to district use
Monument Sanitation District Board, June 18: Federal stimulus funding for Wakonda Hills still on track
Triview Metropolitan District Board, June 24: Park construction contract awarded to Copestone
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, June 24: Some district personnel getting a new home
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board, June 18: Four board seats up for election
June Weather Wrap
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: I’m Bo-o-o-o-red!
High Country Highlights: Making the best use of rainwater
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Prairie falcon
Art Matters: The arts play on in Tri-Lakes
A Celebration of Art and History in Monument at the new Town Hall
Snapshots of Our Community
TLCA, June 5: Wendy Woo
TLCA, June 5: PLAG Show and Sale
Pikes Peak Feis, June 12, 13
Blue Columbine Festival, June 13
Western Mining Museum Rock Fair, June 20
Monument Concert in the Park, June 24
New Monument Town Hall Ribbon-Cutting, June 27
Emergency communications field day, June 27
June and July library events
Palmer Lake Historical Society, June 21: Historical Society sponsors Fathers’ Day gala
Civil War program, July 16; Chautauqua, August 7-9
Special Events and Notices
Peace Poster Project opens July 4
Overlay begins on northernmost paved section of Black Forest Road, July 6-8
WMMI’s 27th Anniversary, July 6
Community Closet now open second and fourth Saturdays
Special Screening of The Dying Western, July 9
Free Outdoor Concert and Ice Cream at Fox Run Regional Park, July 10
NEPCO meeting on public safety, July 11
Fill the Cart Campaign, July 13-17
Display your art at a local library art gallery
Tri-Lakes Community Blood Drive, July 21
CASA Fall Training Class application deadline, July 31
Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI): Burro Birthday Bash, Aug. 1
Pikes Peak Library District End of Summer Teen Concert, Aug. 1
2009 Return of the Rocky Mountain Chautauqua Assembly, Aug. 7-9
Monument Open Chess Tournament coming in August
County launches Prescription Discount Program
Needed: handbell ringers
Library District creates new Job Help on Web site
Exchange student host families needed
New thrift shop opens in Monument
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store in Palmer Lake
Slash and Mulch season underway
Master Gardener Help Desk at Monument Library

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Vol. 9 No. 6 - June 6, 2009

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Get ready for a wonderful 4th!
A Perspective on Our Community: Are we running out of water?
Monument Board of Trustees, May 4: New summer event narrowly approved
Monument Board of Trustees, May 18: First board meeting held in new Town Hall
Monument Planning Commission, May 13: Rod Smith Business Park approved
Palmer Lake Town Council, May 14: Scout does his part to improve town park
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee, May 12: Smith takes over as JUC president
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, May 20: Authority pursues connection to Colorado Spring Utilities
Group monitors issues facing well owners
Monument Sanitation District Board, May 21: Stimulus funding recommended for Wakonda Hills
Triview Metropolitan District board, May 27: Board appoints new district manager and financial director
Academy Water and Sanitation District, June 3: Expenses, past-due accounts dominate discussion
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board, May 21: Parents give varied opinions on preschool program
Lundeen retires
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 District Accountability Advisory Committee, May 12: School panel looks back at year’s issues
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Special Education Advisory Committee, May 8: Panel evaluates achievements, changes meeting format
El Paso County Planning Commission, May 19: Palomino, Gleneagle proposals advance
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority, May 22: Merrifield casts deciding committee vote to eliminate state funds for widening I-25
May Weather Wrap
Memorial Day, May 25
Letters to Our Community
Cops for Kids’ donation appreciated
Women’s Club thanks many
Stop at the Click: Save fuel and the environment
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Summertime, and the readin’ is easy
High Country Highlights: How to attract hummingbirds
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Chipping sparrow
Art Matters: Real art for real people: the driving force of success
Community responds to the energy of Brulé & AIRO
Snapshots of Our Community
Special Education Resources Fair, May 2
Pine Forest Antique Show attracts crowd, May 2
John Adams at the TLCA, May 9
Gleneagle Sertoma Spirits of Spring, May 9
Gleneagle Spirit 5K Run/Walk, May 16
Book and Beck at the TLCA, May 29
May and June library events
Palmer Lake Historical Society, May 21: Historical Society hears history of two early preachers
Event for fathers set for June 21
Special Events and Notices
Hooked on Palmer Lake Fishing Derby, June 6
Spring Fine Art Show opening reception, June 6
Farmers Markets in our community
Gold! Gold! Gold! June 8
Community Closet now open second and fourth Saturdays
Gleneagle Community Garage Sale, June 12-13
Palmer Lake’s 8th Annual Blue Columbine Festival, June 13
Tri-Lakes Cruisers Car Show, June 14
The Tri-Lakes Non-Profit Council meeting, June 17
D-38 to host information session for prospective board members, June 18
Rock Fair at WMMI, June 20
New Tri-Lakes Cares thrift shop opens in Monument, June 20
Summer Soul-stice Celebration, June 20
Fathers’ Day Ice Cream Social, June 21
Citizen-at-Large Member Sought for Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority (PPRTA) Citizen Advisory Committee
Monument’s free Concerts in the Park begin June 24
Woodmoor Garage Sale, June 26-27
Chuck Pyle Concert for the Wild, June 27
Parade of Ponds, June 27-28
"Field Day" Public Demonstration of Emergency Communications
D-38 Operations Advisory Committee seeks volunteers
Dotsero concert, July 3
NEPCO meeting on public safety, July 11
Exchange student host families needed
Slash and Mulch season underway
Master Gardener Help Desk at the Monument Library
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store in Palmer Lake
Fourth of July Community Events

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Vol. 9 No. 5 - May 2, 2009

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Palmer Lake Easter Egg Hunt, April 11
Academy Water and Sanitation District, April 8: Operator considers options for upgrades
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, April 15: Authority interested in connection to CSU
Palmer Lake Town Council, April 2: Loan sought for water treatment improvements
Palmer Lake Town Council, April 9: Continued supervision by Monument police chief approved
Monument Board of Trustees, April 6: Temporary supervision of Palmer Lake police approved
Monument Board of Trustees, April 20: Town Forum presentations engage citizens
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District, April 9: Board approves annual audit
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee, April 14: JUC gets high marks in audit
Donala Water and Sanitation District, April 15: Auditor recommends some changes in procedures
Triview Metropolitan District board, April 22: 2008 audit approved
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, April 22: Pay changed to hourly
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board, April 22: Volunteer data submitted for pension plan evaluation
Lewis-Palmer School District Accountability Advisory Committee, April 14: Community safety program coming to schools
Lewis Palmer School District Special Education Advisory Committee, April 8: Committee’s funds, goals discussed
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority board, April 23: Authority approves new accountant
April Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Monument Board of Trustees lacks vision
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Heartwarming books for troubling times
High Country Highlights: Tips on container gardening
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: The American dipper
Bohemian Waxwings
Art Matters: Local artists share their secrets
At the Winter-Helmich Gallery
At the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts
Snapshots of Our Community
Arbor Day tree planting, April 24
Lewis-Palmer Elementary School No TV event, April 24
Music-Poetry-Arts Café at TLCA, April 25
WIA holds open house, April 26
New Monument Town Hall nears completion, April 29
April and May library events
Palmer Lake Historical Society, April 16: History of women’s fashion displayed
Special Events and Notices
Slash and Mulch season begins in May
D-38 Special Needs Community Resource Fair, May 2
Gleneagle Sertoma Wine and Beer Tasting and Auction, May 9
John Adams & Friends concert, May 9
Protect Our Wells annual meeting, May 11
Master Gardener Help Desk opens at Monument Library, May 13
Fourth Annual Gleneagle Spirit 5K Run/Walk, May 16
CASA 4-1-1 Night, May 19
Brulé & AIRO concert, May 22
Book and Beck bluegrass concert, May 29
Wendy Woo concert, June 5
Hooked on Palmer Lake Fishing Derby, June 6
Tri-Lakes Cruisers Car Show, June 14
D-38 Operations Advisory Committee seeks volunteers
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store in Palmer Lake

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Vol. 9 No. 4 - April 4, 2009

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Monument Library, March 14
Credit union slammed with phishing scheme
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, March 18: Authority may conduct survey on water issues
Palmer Lake Town Council workshop, March 5: Forum focuses on police budget concerns
Palmer Lake Town Council, March 12: Town proceeding with audit to evaluate policies
Monument Board of Trustees, March 16: Downtown Walgreens traffic flow options discussed
Monument Planning Commission, March 9: Replat for Arbor Mountain senior facility approved
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee, March 10: Changes in policy document approved
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District, March 12: Board monitors projects
Donala Water and Sanitation District, March 18: District calculates cost of providing services
Monument Sanitation District Board meeting, March 19: Preliminary engineering report for Wakonda Hills expansion approved
Triview Metropolitan District Board, March 25: Terms for new financing of Triview debt discussed
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, March 25: Resolution to radio problems taking time
Lewis Palmer School District Accountability Advisory Committee, March 10: Students learning Internet safety
Lewis Palmer School District Special Education Advisory Committee, March 11: Stimulus funding expected
Woodmoor Improvement Association Board of Directors, March 11: Board votes to hire new auditors
March Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
A shocking development
Walgreens approval disturbing
Why not make physical education optional?
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: How does your garden grow?
High Country Highlights: Ready, set, garden!
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Western bluebird
Art Matters: You can take it with you
Snapshots of Our Community
Colorado Art Education Association exhibit at TLCA
Outta The Garage at TLCA, March 6
Chess tournament winners acknowledged, March 19
LPHS Serteens Club wins national award
Finders and Youngberg at TLCA, March 27
Sonny Hood’s photos exhibited at TLCA
March and April library events
Historical Society hears history of trolley system
Special Events and Notices
D-38 Special Needs Community Resource Fair, April 4
County Hazardous Materials Facility open April 11
Palmer Lake Easter Pancake Breakfast, April 12
National Library Week 2009: Worlds Connect @ your library®, April 12-18
County seeks citizen volunteers, April 17
Friday Night Jam Series: Reckless, April 17
Dakota Blonde concert, April 18
Pine Forest Antiques Show and Sale, April 18-19
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program ends April 30
Live theater in Monument, May 8-10
John Adams & Friends concert, May 9
Fourth Annual Gleneagle Spirit 5K Run/Walk, May 16
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store now open
Senior Safety Program
Gardener Help Desk at Monument Library begins May 13
Wildlife Masters in El Paso County
IRS offers free e-newsletter for small businesses

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Vol. 9 No. 3 - March 7, 2009

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D-38 Chess Tournament, Feb. 21
Pikes Peak or Bust Winter Festival draws 900
Lewis-Palmer District 38 Board of Education, Feb. 19: Teachers concerned about budget cuts
Monument Board of Trustees, Feb. 17: Downtown Walgreens plat approved
Monument Board of Trustees, March 2: Arbor Mountain site plan approved
Monument Planning Commission meeting, Feb. 11: Downtown Walgreens final plat and Arbor Mountain site plan approved
Palmer Lake Town Council, Feb. 12: Police chief Ferrin resigns
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, Feb 18: Proposed Fountain Creek district raises concerns for wastewater plant operators
Monument Sanitation District special board meeting, Feb. 6: Board to consider fee increase amid revenue dip
Monument Sanitation District board, Feb. 19: Board approves user fee increases
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee, Feb. 10: Revisions to policy document approved
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District board, Feb. 12: Water main breaks boost expenses
Donala Water and Sanitation District, Feb. 18: District collecting data for Mt. Massive Ranch water court case
Triview Metropolitan District Board, Feb. 25: Board extends employment of district manager and administrator
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, Feb. 25: Battalion chief recounts difficult night at house fire
Tri-Lakes gets a look at Red Cross emergency vehicle
District Accountability Advisory Committee, Feb. 10: Panel discusses behavior survey, Palmer Ridge goals
Lewis Palmer School District 38 Special Education Advisory Committee, Feb. 11: SEAC discusses Resource Fair, school staffing
Special-education panel hears behavior analyst
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority, Feb. 13: Increase in number of road use fee categories discussed
Woodmoor Improvement Association Board of Directors, Feb. 11: Barn will get new wood floor, sign
February Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Dog mauled by coyotes
Is there an electric car in your future?
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Low-budget vacations
Local couple has enjoyed a lifetime of public service
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Western scrub jay
Reflections: Meeting Lorna: first lessons in sign language
Art Matters: Fiber art stars in Tri-Lakes
Whitworth fills TLCA with sounds of Southern bluegrass
Snapshots of Our Community
Governor visits PRHS, Feb. 11, praises geothermal system
2009 Sertoma Freedom Essay winners
RMMA Concert, Feb. 14
Ewaste event, Feb. 14
Discovery Canyon Campus Gala, Feb. 27
Art Group show, Feb. 27
Mining Museum Gold Party, Feb. 6
February and March library events
Historical Society hears presentation on museum and mining
Special Events and Notices
After Prom fundraiser, March 13
County Planning Commission volunteers needed. Apply by March 13
Outreach workshop for homeowners in foreclosure, March 14
County Hazardous Materials Facility opens March 14
Women in Mining, Mar. 14
Tri-Lakes Women’s Club grant application deadline, March 15
Theater auditions for adults, March 16-19
Blood drive, March 18
Monument Citizen Police Academy, March 19-May 14
Finders & Youngberg Concert at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, March 21
Display your art in library galleries, March 25
Protect Our Wells annual meeting, March 30
Hiking for Hooters fundraiser, April 2
Heritage Lecture at the Mining Museum, April 2
Colorado Vocal Arts Ensemble at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, April 3
D-38 Special Needs Community Resource Fair, April 4
Pine Forest Antiques Show and Sale, April 18-19
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program ends April 30
Fourth Annual Gleneagle Spirit 5K Run/Walk coming in May
Senior discount Mondays at the Mining Museum
Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store now open
Senior Safety Program
Library District’s new Kids Web
Wildlife Masters in El Paso County
IRS offers free e-newsletter for small businesses

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Vol. 9 No. 2 - February 7, 2009

Winterfest coming Feb. 14
Free concert, Feb. 14
Weighted grades, school closure rumors discussed
Donala Water and Sanitation District Board, Jan. 28: Board tours wastewater facility; expansion nearing completion
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, Jan. 21: Woodmen Hills decides not to join; Flaming Gorge project a step closer to feasibility study
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee, Jan. 13: Total expenditures under budget for 2008
Academy Water and Sanitation District, Jan. 7: Operator reports improved numbers, ideas for tackling future issues
Academy Water and Sanitation District, Feb. 4: Reverse osmosis system is newest lagoon upgrade idea
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Board, Jan. 8: Review of Joint Use Agreement sought
Monument Board of Trustees meeting, Jan. 5: Monument Marketplace Discount Tire plat approved
Monument Board of Trustees meeting, Feb. 2: Creation of Fountain Creek Watershed district endorsed
Monument Planning Commission meeting, Jan. 14: Downtown Walgreens hearing continued again
Palmer Lake Town Council, Jan. 8: Participation in watershed district discussed
Police chief Ferrin placed on administrative leave
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, Jan. 28: Ups and downs of economy affected ‘08 budget
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board, Jan. 28: Amended 2008 budget approved
Lewis-Palmer District 38 School Board, Jan. 15: Board discusses program promoting science, technology, engineering, and math
Special Education Advisory Committee, Jan. 14: Annual report on services completed
Board of County Commissioners January meetings summary
NEPCO meeting, Jan. 10: Homeowners’ associations get update on Baptist Road I-25 interchange
Woodmoor Improvement Association annual meeting, Jan. 26: Annual meeting covers budget, election
Top weather events of 2008
January Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Big thanks for Small Town Christmas
Tire store a good fit for Marketplace
Rescue a dog, gain a companion
Click It or Ticket enforcement focuses on rural Colorado
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Let’s celebrate presidents’ month
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Common merganser
On the Trail: Treat our suffering trails with care
Art Matters: Art as creative industry jump-starts local economies
At the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts
Snapshots of Our Community
Palmer Lake trustee brings holiday joy by train
Palmer Lake Historical Society hosts potluck
Simple machines intrigue museum visitors
Audience gets the gifts at music and art event
January and February library events
Event Feb. 28 marks anniversary of gold rush
Special Events and Notices
Winter Fine Art Show Opening Reception, Feb. 7
Colorado Autism Commission Public Hearing, Feb. 13
The Jean Ciavonne Poetry Contest: Poetry Stew – Poems About Food
Tri-Lakes Cares Electronics Recycling Event, Feb. 14
Palmer Lake Winterfest, Feb. 14
Free Rocky Mountain Music Alliance Concert, Feb. 14
Shannon Whitworth & the Refugees, Feb. 15
County Fair Queen contestants wanted, apply by Feb. 19
Apply by Feb. 20 for Sheriff’s new Citizens’ Patrol
Apply by Feb. 20 for Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy
D-38 Chess Tournament, Feb. 21
Joseph Bohler signing reception, Feb. 21
Protect Our Wells Annual Meeting, Mar. 30
"Mine Your Own Business!" Opening Reception at Mining Museum, Feb. 26
Community Development Advisory Board volunteers wanted
Discovery Canyon Campus "Give Your Heart to Science" Gala, Feb. 27
"Pikes Peak or Bust" at the Mining Museum, Feb. 28
Poetry submissions wanted for "Poetry While You Wait"
"Outta The Garage" at the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Mar. 6
Volunteers needed for Black Forest Regional Park panel and Pineries Open Space Master Plan Committee
Senior discount Mondays at the Mining Museum
State Patrol targets I-25 north of Colorado Springs
Adult reading program, Jan. 12-March 9
Tri-Lakes Women’s Club grant application deadline, Mar. 15
Theater auditions for adults coming in March
El Paso County Sheriff’s Office seeking citizen input
CDOT seeks input on I-25 rest areas at Larkspur
Wanted: Public Art Information
Fourth Annual Gleneagle Spirit 5K run/walk coming in May
Volunteer tutors wanted
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program

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Vol. 9 No. 1 - January 3, 2009

Palmer Lake, Dec. 14: 75th annual Yule log hunt
Tri-Lakes Cares sees increased need in the community
Monument Planning Commission, Dec. 10: Plat for tire store rejected
Monument Board of Trustees, Dec. 15: $7.5 million budget approved for 2009
Palmer Lake Town Council, Dec. 11 Town adopts budget, pursues road takeover
Palmer Lake Sanitation District, Dec. 9: Smith sworn in
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee meeting, Dec. 9: JUC approves 2009 budget
Triview Metropolitan District Board meetings, Nov. 15, 19, 21, and Dec. 9: After several meetings, Triview’s 2009 budget approved
Academy Water and Sanitation District, Dec. 10: Violations a sore subject with the state
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District Board, Dec. 12: Board approves 2009 budget
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority meeting, Dec. 19: Authority urged to join coalition to bring water from the Flaming Gorge Reservoir
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board, Dec. 3: Edwards being deployed; Burns appointed acting chief
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, Dec. 10: Tri-Lakes to provide ambulance service for Palmer Lake
Lewis-Palmer District 38 School Board, Dec. 18: Second-graders make holiday presentation to the board
District 38 Special Education Advisory Committee meeting, Dec. 10: Special Education Advisory Committee plans programs for 2009
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority, Dec. 12: 2009 budget approved, including interchange expansion
Woodmoor Improvement Association Board of Directors, Dec. 16: Public Safety staff busy with vacation checks
December Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Generous community fills up Red Kettles
Monument Mayor describes the State Of The Town
Perspective on our community: Phil Steininger to retire from water district
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Tightening the belt and the wallet
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: The goldeneye
Art Matters: Show will feature a local legend
Snapshots of Our Community
North Pole Craft Show, Dec. 6
Monument Small Town Christmas, Dec. 6
Palmer Lake Yule Log Potluck Dinner, Dec. 9
Palmer Lake Yule Log Hunt, Dec. 14
Santa on Patrol, Dec. 20
Chili Supper Raffle winner
Gleneagle house decorating contest winners
December and January events at the library
Johnson and Maguire receive Sertoma awards
Special Events and Notices
Recycle your Christmas tree, Jan. 3-4
Volunteers Needed: TALK English! Facilitators, Jan. 10
Adult reading program, Jan. 12-March 9
"You Choose!" Colorado Children’s Book Award, Jan. 13-31
Tri-Lakes Women’s Club grant applications available soon
Library seeking applicants for Art Evaluation Committee, Jan. 30
Volunteer tutors wanted
Joseph Bohler Print Exhibition at the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Feb. 3-28
Winter Fine Art Show coming in February
Discovery Canyon Campus "Give Your Heart to Science" Gala, Feb. 27
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program
Senior Safety Program

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Vol. 8 No. 12 - December 6, 2008

D-38 board workshop, Nov. 6, and regular meeting, Nov. 20: D-38 wrestles with further budget cuts
Summary of the November 4 election results
Academy Water and Sanitation District, Nov. 5: Lagoon violations trigger fee increase
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority Field Trip Nov. 4 and Meeting Nov. 19: Authority visits Rueter-Hess Reservoir, considers joining coalition to bring water from the Flaming Gorge Reservoir
Triview Metropolitan District Board meeting, Oct. 29: District debt temporarily converted from annual to weekly variable rate bonds
Donala Water and Sanitation District Board Meeting, Nov. 24: District completes purchase of $4.8 million ranch
Donala xeriscaping project proceeds yard by yard
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee, Nov. 11: Budget hearing, annual meeting scheduled for Dec. 9
Palmer Lake Sanitation District Board, Nov. 11: Monthly rates will increase; Dale Smith named to board
Monument Sanitation District Board meeting, Nov. 20: 2009 budget approved
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation Board, Nov. 13: Board discusses repairs, drainage easement
Monument Board of Trustees meeting, Nov. 3: Downtown home-based occupation code changes approved
Monument Board of Trustees, Nov. 17: Ordinance to help pay for new Town Hall postponed
Monument Board of Trustees, Dec. 1: Ordinance to help pay for new Town Hall approved
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Volunteer Pension Board, Nov. 19: Pension fund sound despite market upheavals
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board, Nov. 19: Successful CPR recovery from cardiac arrest reported
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 District Accountability Advisory Committee Meeting, Nov. 11: D-38 committee discusses School Improvement Plans
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting, Nov. 12: Special-education panel discusses Web site, parental support activities
El Paso County Planning Commission meetings November 4 and December 2: Cathedral Pines expansion and Palomino Estates preliminary plan approved
Woodmoor Improvement Association Board of Directors, Nov. 24: Barn closed for mold removal, remodeling until Jan. 1
November Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Thanks for supporting the arts center
Monument treasurer explains change in town hall funding cap
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Eye-catching coffee table books
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Trumpeter swan
Art Matters: The emerging art face of Tri-Lakes
Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Nov. 22: Dotsero jazzes up the arts center
Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Nov. 23: TLCA Member Show
Palmer Lake Historical Society, Nov. 20: Historical Society hears about early Colorado railroading
Snapshots of Our Community
Halloween activities in the Tri-Lakes area
Monument Academy honors veterans, Nov. 11
Volunteers gather gifts for reservation children
Gleneagle Women’s Club Arts and Crafts Show, Nov. 21
Record crowd enjoys Palmer Lake chili supper, Nov. 29
Sertoma gives dictionaries to third graders
It’s Red Kettle time - Please give generously
November and December events at the library
Special Events and Notices
Monument Christmas Banners
Historic Monument Small Town Christmas, Dec. 6
Monument Hill Brass Quintet Holiday Concert, Dec. 6
Palmer Lake Yule Log Pot Luck Dinner, Dec. 9
Black Rose Acoustic Society Christmas Potluck Party, Dec. 12
Night of Lights, Dec. 12-14
Christmas Handbell Concert, Dec. 13
Palmer Lake Yule Log Hunt, Dec. 14
Call to Artists, Dec. 15
County seeks volunteers for Highway Advisory Commission, Dec. 19
"The Splendor of Christmas" Holiday Concert, Dec. 19-20
Combined Police and Fire Departments’ Holiday Toy Drive
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program
Library District’s new Kids Web

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Vol. 8 No. 11 - November 1, 2008

Lawrence Construction picked for interchange work
Palmer Lake approves water rate hikes
Monument Board of Trustees, Oct. 6: New members appointed to Board of Adjustment and Planning Commission
Monument Board of Trustees, Oct. 20: Detective Mark Owens promoted to sergeant
Monument Planning Commission, Oct. 8: New downtown design guidelines approved
Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District Board, Oct. 9: Progress reported on Lake Woodmoor repairs
Stallsmith's service recognized
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee, Oct. 14: Geological Survey won’t join in creek sampling
Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority, October 15: Steininger to retire from the Woodmoor District; Cherokee metro district building aquifer recharge facility
Donala Water and Sanitation District, October 15: District on schedule to complete purchase of $4.6 million ranch
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board, Oct. 22: Cut gas line leads to fire at construction site
Lewis-Palmer District 38 School Board Meeting, October 16: D-38 receives $190,000 check for PRHS geothermal system
Children participate in Walk and Bike to School Day
Lewis-Palmer District 38 Special Education Advisory Committee, Oct. 8: Committee sets special education goals
Woodmoor Improvement Association Board of Director, Oct. 27: Third board member resigns; new members elected
October Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Don’t bail out District 38
Investment in District 38 is worthwhile
Support the LPSD Mill Levy Override, vote yes on 3C
Invest in the schools
A third choice in District 5
Many thanks from the Women’s Club
Information on the Safer Communities Initiative from our county commissioner
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore:  When life gives you scraps, make quilts
High Country Highlights: November tips for gardeners
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Sandhill crane
Art Matters: Art for the doctors is in
Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Oct. 11: Two paths merge for one great sound
Let the dogs out in Douglas County
Empty Bowl brings community together to help those in need
Annual fair focuses on health
Snapshots of Our Community
Palmer Lake Art Group Bazaar, Oct. 4
PLVFD Open House, Oct. 4
Shoo the Flu, Oct. 4
DWFPD Open House, Oct. 11
Tri-Lakes Women’s Club holds Wine and Roses event, Oct. 18
October and November events at the library
Palmer Lake Historical Society, Oct. 16: Trombone Quintet entertains Historical Society
Western Museum of Mining and Industry, Oct. 11: Art and geology combine for fun experience at museum
Western Museum of Mining and Industry through Nov. 1: Haunted Mines offers thrills and chills to the adventurous
Special Events and Notices
Singers and musicians needed for Christmas production
Volunteer to tutor English
Western Museum of Mining & Industry’s Fifth Annual Gold Party, Nov. 7
Pine Creek Holiday Bazaar, Nov. 8
Veterans Day, Nov. 11
Ladies Day at the YMCA, Nov. 12
"Guys and Dolls" at Palmer Ridge High School, Nov. 13-15
El Paso County needs volunteers
Shakespeare off the Shelf at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Nov. 15
Monument unveils Christmas Banners, Nov. 21
Dotsero Concert, Nov. 22
Palmer Lake’s Chili Supper, Nov. 29
Yule Log Pot Luck Dinner, Dec. 2
Historic Monument Small Town Christmas, Dec. 6
Project ChildSafe comes to Monument
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program
Handbell choir ringers needed

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Vol. 8 No. 10 - October 4, 2008

9-11 remembered
Interchange contract award Oct. 3
Palmer Lake water treatment plant requires $1.9 million upgrade
Monument Board of Trustees, September 2: Sheriff asks board to support sales tax for public safety
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee meeting, Sept. 9: Additional testing for stream contaminants included in 2009 draft budget
Donala Water and Sanitation District, September 17: Board to close in November on ranch purchase; hears concerns about proposed golf course development
Triview Metropolitan District board, Sept. 23: Board starts conversion of $47 million in variable-rate bond debt to 30-year fixed-rate bonds
Monument Sanitation District Board meeting, September 25: Board bans installation of copper water pipes
Medications in the Water Supply: Symposium on Policy Options, September 26: Experts study issue of pharmaceuticals in the water supply
Consensus: Don’t flush them - Dispose of unneeded medications in a plastic bag in the trash
Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board meeting, Sept. 24: Board considers options in first draft of 2009 budget
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District, Sept. 24: Fire truck heavily damaged in accident
MA holds ribbon-cutting ceremony, Sept. 13
Monument Academy Board of Education, Sept. 16: Bond sale closed; new school building opens on schedule
Lewis-Palmer District 38 School Board Meeting, September 18: Pike sworn in to fill board vacancy; Options 38 students and their parents discuss the program
District 38 Special Education Advisory Committee, Sept. 10: D-38 special education programs discussed
Woodmoor Improvement Association Board of Directors, Sept. 22: Residents express concern over firing of lawyer; president resigns
September Weather Wrap
Letters to Our Community
Vote for our future in education
Split up ballot proposals to give us a real choice
District 38 now deserves our support
Message from a school board member
Pass the MLO or face tough decisions
Monument mayor supports D-38 ballot measure
Thanks to those who made Palmer Ridge possible
Stranger’s generosity appreciated
Between The Covers at the Covered Treasures Bookstore: Ready, Set, Vote!
High Country Highlights: More fall gardening tips
Bird Watch on the Palmer Divide: Burrowing owl
Art Matters: Is the art market world unfair?
Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, September 6: Rebecca Folsom performs and instructs at arts center
Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, September 27: Oktoberfest serves bratwurst and, yes, polkas
An artistic outlet for those with developmental disabilities
Snapshots of Our Community
Chili Cookoff, September 13
Sailing on Monument Lake, Sept. 1
Tie-Dyed walk, Sept. 26
LPHS Homecoming, Sept. 26
TLCA receives TLWC grant
September and October events at the library
Palmer Lake Historical Society, September 18: Historical Society presents saga of "Italians in Colorado"
Western Museum of Mining and Industry, September 18: Farrar Art Collection on display at mining museum
Special Events and Notices
Fall Festival in Monument, Oct. 1-31
Palmer Lake Art Group Christmas Crafts Fair, Oct. 4-5
A busy Saturday in Palmer Lake, Oct.4
Wescott Volunteer Firefighter Benefit Concert, Oct. 5
Creative Crafters Showcase, Oct. 11-12
Donald Wescott Fire Prevention Week Open House, Oct. 11
Mill Levy Override Community Informational Meeting, Oct. 13
Empty Bowl Dinner, Oct. 15
Wine & Roses 2008, "The Event to Attend," Oct. 18
Tri-Lakes Health Fair, Oct. 25
Stories in the Dark in Monument and Palmer Lake, Oct. 25 & 30
Safe Trick or Treat, Oct. 31
LPTV receives grant award
Volunteer tutors needed!
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program
Handbell choir ringers needed
Senior Safety Program
The Library Channel
Library District’s new Kids Web
Wildlife Masters in El Paso County

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Vol. 8 No. 9 - September 6, 2008

Two new schools!
D-38 board approves ballot measure requesting $2.7 million; remains concerned about Monument Academy issues
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 MLO Summit, August 14: District administration recommends $2.7 million measure
Monument Academy Board meeting, Aug. 16: Steady progress reported toward opening school Sept. 8
Officials celebrate completion of Baptist Road project
Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority, Aug. 8: 2007 audit approved; interchange expansion contract options discussed
Academy Water and Sanitation District, Aug. 6: Lift station pump creating headaches
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility Joint Use Committee meeting, Aug. 8: New rules for effluent limits discussed
Donala Water and Sanitation District, August 20: District under contract to buy ranch; wins awards
Monument Board of Trustees, Aug. 4: Expert reviews history of regional water issues
Monument Board of Trustees, Aug. 18: New police officer sworn in and four staff awards presented
Palmer Lake Town Council, Aug. 14: Council faces decisions on water
Palmer Lake celebrates 70 years of volunteer firefighting
Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Board members
Donald Wescott Fire Protection D