Landscape Maintenance:
Cox Landscaping is up to date on all the services, irrigation has been started, turf service is completed, mulch done, beds prepped for flowers. We are upgrading the sprinkler system and moving to 4-5g and the parts have been ordered. The Detention pond clean up was started in May, it was not as troubling as before our major cleanup last year which is good news. The landscaping is looking great around the district.
Graffiti at the Park :
We have noticed an increase of graffiti at our bug park and park restroom over the last month. We do have cameras at the park and pass on any footage to the Aurora Police department. The cost to repair and fix the vandalism is paid by our community and we could use your help. We reached out to our PAR officer and they provided the following statement: “IF YOU SEE ANYONE COMMITTING VANDALISM, REPORT IT TO THE POLICE. Many people make the mistake of thinking that acts of vandalism are “too small” to report to the police. This is false. The police are charged with protecting law-abiding citizens from criminals. Crime prevention is important, however, making criminals pay a price for their crimes is also important. The police can only respond to crimes that are reported. At a minimum, timely reporting can allow the police to increase presence in the area to protect our neighbors and prevent our location from being hit again. I would encourage them to report suspicious behaviors to the Dispatch Center immediately, 303-627-3100 or 911 if warranted. No one should contact these individuals directly, call Dispatch. Even if they are juveniles, you just never know if they are armed and/or under the influence of drugs/alcohol.” The Metro District is working hard to clean up the vandalism and graffiti as soon as it happens and appreciate your help looking out for our community. In addition, we changed the time that the restroom locks to close at 6pm to deter vandalism and graffiti inside the restroom.
No Dumping at the Clubhouse or Open Spaces:
During the last few months we have seen an uptick in dumping at the clubhouse. We do have cameras in the clubhouse parking lot and give license plate numbers to the police. Please be a responsible neighbor and do not dump anything by the clubhouse. Tri-County recently shared this list of ways to recycle that might be helpful for our neighbors if you have bigger items or items that can not be picked up by Waste Management’s normal service.
In addition, no dumping in the open spaces. Signs have been ordered as a reminder to residents. Please help keep our community beautiful, please dispose of your items properly.
Clean up after your pet:
Please be a good neighbor and help keep our neighborhood clean and beautiful. Please clean up after your furry friend. There has been an increase of residents not cleaning up after their dogs. Please be considerate and do the right thing.
Urban Soccer Fields at our Recreation Center:
The district is looking into adding Urban Soccer Fields outside the recreation center. These fields are outdoor turf fields and can be multi-purpose used for volleyball, lacrosse, soccer and several sports. A presentation was completed at our last board meeting and a committee was formed to get more details from the contractor during an onsite visit in a few weeks. We look forward to learning more and enhancing the space around our recreation facility.