Lone Tree, Colorado

Lone Tree Fireworks Mishap

2008-07-05T20:31:00.000-07:00

LONE TREE - Two professional fireworks shows were cut short Friday night when they started small fires.
It happened both in Lone Tree, where the show had only been going a few minutes, and at Rhyolite Regional Park in Castle Rock.
Viewer John Wieten was in Lone Tree when the fire started and sent us some pictures.
Firefighters were able to put out the Lone Tree fire quickly. Additional details on the Castle Rock fire were unknown Friday night.

Reducing Water Use

2008-07-01T10:53:00.000-07:00

By Dr. James R. Feucht, Extension Professor, Horticulture, Colorado State University

Less is more -- and better -- when water is involved. Cost increases, as well as shortages thanks to a low snow-pack, make water conservation a priority in 2002. With a few tricks, you can cut water consumption and still maintain a beautiful yard.

Check your sprinkler system. After danger of frost is past, turn it on, and observe where the water goes. Adjust sprinkler heads to point water where it is needed. In some cases, a different type of head may be in order. Most sprinkler systems are designed to water a lawn, but often they overlap and irrigate shrubs, trees and flower gardens that need less frequent watering. You may need to change entire portions of your sprinkler system to gain control over location and frequency of watering.

North exposure lawns do not need as much water as south or west exposures. Change your sprinkler system to occasionally skip waterings on north exposures, and to provide more water to sunny areas.

Most systems sprinkle in a circle or semi-circle pattern. Change your lawn to fit the sprinklers. Do away with corners that often are skipped. In place of lawn, consider ground covers that, once established, require little or no water. Creeping junipers, sedums and the old-fashioned hen-n-chicks do the job well.

Avoid large areas of gravel and plastic. While this method decreases lawn, it does not necessarily reduce water consumption. Light-colored gravel reflects a lot of heat and can create a microclimate resulting in greater water loss from the surrounding lawn. Black plastic over shrubs and trees creates oxygen starvation, causing these plants to develop shallow roots just beneath the plastic. After a few years, even drought-enduring trees such as Russian-olive develop shallow roots and lose their drought-tolerance. Plastic and gravel, therefore, are self-defeating. The new "breathable" fabrics are a better choice.

Wood chips or bark chunks, used without plastic or fabric, make a good mulch. These decorative materials allow air and water penetration, yet keep the soil cool. Heavier bark chunks are best in strong wind areas. Light weight wood chips will blow. Apply these mulches at least four inches deep to conserve water, as well as to discourage moisture loss and weeds. Over a period of time, materials closest to the soil will begin to break down to improve the soil. Add new chips after a few years.

Use drought-tolerant plants to reduce water consumption. Keep them separate from lawn and other plants that require more water. Design a succulent garden. Desert plants and nearly all succulents must have sandy, well-drained soils, of which there are few in Colorado.

With some effort you can convert your soil. Put three inches of coarse sand on top and incorporate it with a rototiller. Repeat using one inch of organic material such as aged barnyard manure or peat moss. This provides a well-drained top soil six to nine inches deep. Along with cacti and other succulents, consider gazania for a splash of color. This low-growing, drought-tolerant plant grows readily from seed and produces large showy flowers. Another choice is Cape Marigold, often called African daisy. This almost forgotten annual comes in a variety of colors including yellow, apricot and white. A variety of sedums or stonecrops also will produce interesting foliage, texture and color changes. Dragon's blood is one of the most popular. It produces a rose-red flower during the summer months.

Before you water, dig down and find out if the soil is dry. Don't gauge water needs on soil surface appearance. In this semi-arid climate, the surface dries quickly, but evaporation slows beneath. This is because dry soils tend to insulate, acting much as mulch. This insulation reduces heat conduction deep into the soil.

Black organic soil also is desirable, but it builds up heat and can be a water waster. Dark soils absorb heat and can need water as frequently as light-colored soils. The type of organic material makes a difference. Many mountain peats create a water problem. When they're dry, they are difficult to wet and they repel water. When they are wet, they are difficult to dry. The best organics to improve water-holding capacity are coarse materials such as compost and barnyard manures.

Living Green in Lone Tree

2008-07-01T10:50:00.001-07:00

Living Green in Lone Tree
A resource for community members on Living Green in Lone Tree topics.

Together we create a strong economy, a healthy environment and energetic community.

Waste Prevention
The good, the bad, the toxic
Residential Single-Stream Recycling
Residential Trash Collection
Residential Household Hazardous Waste

Water Conservation
H2O, how does it flow, where does it go?
Conserve in semi-arid climate
Stormwater management - keeping our streams and rivers clean!

Energy Conservation
Pinch a penny, save a dime
Xcel Energy - Conservation Resources. (Will open in new window)

Air Pollution
A breath of fresh air
Public Transportation
Arbor Day
Take a hike!

Lone Tree Library

2008-07-01T10:43:00.001-07:00

The City of Lone Tree is serviced by the Douglas County Libraries. The recently remodeled Lone Tree Public Library is among the most popular branches. More than just a home for great books, the library provides a relaxing yet inspiring learning environment for children and adults. The Lone Tree Public Library hosts a variety of educational and entertaining programs throughout the year including informative events, guest speakers and instructors.The Lone Tree Public Library is located conveniently on the corner of Lone Tree Parkway and Yosemite Street at: 8827 Lone Tree Parkway Lone Tree, Colorado 80124 For contact information and hours of operation for the Lone Tree Public Library and other libraries in the Douglas County Public Library visit the Douglas County Library Website.

Lone Tree Golf Club

2008-07-01T10:42:00.001-07:00

General Information
A premiere course built in 1985, the Lone Tree Golf Course opened in 1991 by South Suburban Parks and Recreation.

The Course Features
Contact
Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel
9808 Sunningdale Boulevard
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Ph: 303-799-9940
18-hole
Arnold Palmer designed
Par 72 championship course
Layout is:
· Bunkered
· Manicured
· Undulating greens
· Spectacular view of Denver and the front range
4 sets of tees that will challenge players of all abilities
Practice area featuring:
· Grass driving range
· Putting green
· Chipping green
· Practice bunkers
Golf instruction from PGA and LPGA trained Professionals
Pro shop featuring quality service and merchandise
Custom club fitting from PGA/LPGA Professionals
Competitive prices
Golf club cleaning and storage service
Golf and dress shoe care available
Locker and shower facilities
Fitness center with sauna and whirlpool
Swimming and tennis courts
15 luxury hotel suites
Conference and meeting rooms
Banquet and reception halls

Park Meadows

2008-07-01T10:40:00.000-07:00

Park Meadows
8401 Park Meadows Center Dr
Lone Tree, Colorado 80124-5128
(303) 792-2533

Mall Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am-6:00pm
Store hours may vary.

Holiday Hours:
7/4/2008: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Park Meadows combines the best of the Colorado outdoors with 160 of the finest retailers and restaurants in America. These top names include Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn Kids, Sundance, Planet Funk, John Atencio, Janie and Jack, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, California Café, and The Cheesecake Factory as well as 12 eateries in the Dining Hall. Park Meadows also offers the following amenities at our Guest Services: complimentary wheelchair check out and gift cards.

The Vistas at Park Meadows is now open! The existing indoor retail venue of Park Meadows, Colorado’s only retail resort, now extends to the outdoors with an elite and lush streetpark and eleven new shopping destinations. Exciting new lifestyle retailers include the state's largest Arhaus and Borders new concept store featuring a digital download station. The Vistas will continue to bloom all summer and fall with the opening of enticing new restaurants and specialty retailers.

Lone Tree Police

2008-07-01T10:37:00.001-07:00

The City of Lone Tree’s Police Department is one of the newest Police Departments in the State of Colorado; however, it brings a level of experience through its officers that is hard to rival anywhere. Chief Stephen Hasler and the staff at the Lone Tree Police Department are committed to the principles of Community Policing and partnering with the citizens of the community.
The City of Lone Tree Police Departments wishes to inform its residents and those traveling in the City of its procedures in the event of an Accident Alert.
There are times when it will be necessary for the Lone Tree Police Department to go into Accident Alert status. When this happens, it may not be possible to respond to all minor traffic occurrences.

July 4th Fireworks

2008-07-01T10:32:00.000-07:00

Residents from Lone Tree and Acres Green are invited to attend Lone Tree’s 11th annual Independence Day Celebration, featuring the City's 4th annual Firecracker 5K Run, community parade, live entertainment, activities for kids, local food vendors and spectacular fireworks show.
Wristbands are required to enter the Celebration at Sweetwater Park. Kids ages 3 and under do not need to wear a wristband.
When: Friday, July 4, 2008
3:15 pm Parade Staging at Juiblee Fellowship Church 9830 Lone Tree Pkwy Free Bike Decorating at Lone Tree Parkway and Club Terrace
4:00 pm Parade Begins and Sweetwater Park Opens
9:00 pm Fireworks Begin Where: Sweetwater Park, 8300 ½ Sweetwater Road
Contact
Kirstin BomgardnerArts Recreation & Events Coordinator
9220 Kimmer Drive, Suite 100
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Ph: 303-708-1818
Fax: 303-225-4949

Entertainment
4:15 – 5:00 pm High Country Brass
5:00 – 6:50 pm Judge Roughneck (Reggae)
7:00 – 9:00 pm Lost Canyon Band (Classic Rock)

Activities
Quad Bungee Trampoline, Climbing Wall, Inflatables, Petting Zoo, Caricatures, Face Painters, Clowns and more! Create a memorable family photo and frame at the Lone Tree Photography Club's Star Spangled Stix and Pix.