Winston Downs Neighborhood Updates May 31, 2023

We urge all to check our our online Calendar of Events. www.winstondowns.org/Calendar

• Coffee with a Cop – Monthly
• Denver Police Youth Academy
• Lowry Garage Sale Jun 9-11
• WDCA Board Meeting Jun 20
• Summer Social Events in Winston Downs

Future:

• WDCA sponsored Garage Sale – TBA by Jun 21
• WDCA sponsored resident “block party” – TBA by Jun 21

Crime Safety

Winston Downs has had multiple thefts and burglaries of late.

• Please keep lights on even in Summer; it deters theft
• Remove mail and deliveries daily or have a neighbor support that for you when traveling
• Lock gates to back yards
• Remove  access to ladders (used to enter a second story window this past week),
• Check on safety of doggie doors (used by homeless person to enter a home near Alameda),
• Please honor our 4-way stop signs to keep our walking neighborhood safer
• Lock your home when away
• Remove valuables and personal information from vehicles if park on street

Free Bicycle Registration re Lost/Stolen Bikes

Register Your Bike – https://project529.com/garage/organizations/denverpolicedept/landingThe Denver Police Department has partnered with 529 Garage to give residents a quick and easy way to register their bikes. Project 529 offers a platform for bike owners to provide information about their bike (including photos) to help with identification in case it’s lost or stolen. By registering you increase your chances of having your bike returned.  Accessible online and through a smartphone app called “529 Garage,” the portal allows people to submit serial numbers, enter descriptions and even upload photos into a database that others can view.

Near SE Area Plan Voted in by City Council

With the support of numerous residents who spoke in person and virtually, the Near Southeast Area Plan was adopted by the Denver City Council earlier this week after a courtesy public hearing. The plan includes Winston Downs.

The adoption concludes two years of community collaboration and signifies the start of the implementation of a 20-year vision for the neighborhoods of Goldsmith, Indian Creek, University Hills North, Virginia Village and Washington Virginia Vale. That vision calls for more housing options, safer streets and a commitment to addressing the effects of climate change.

Winston Downs wishes to thank resident, Harvey Cohen, who was appointed by the City to serve on the Steering Committee, and who has diligently represented Winston Downs through this process. Read about the plan at following link.
READ MORE HERE.

League of Women Voters Annual Bulb Sale

WDCA is posting this as a courtesy to League of Women Voters Denver because each year they present pro/con views for all voters of Denver on ballot initiatives in a very objective manner. This service helps all voters understand the 360 view of issues  .LWV DENVER BULB SALE   Through June 23.  READ MORE HERE ABOUT HOW TO ORDER

Sprouts Gardens at Denver Green School

Sprouts Gardens at Denver Green School still has additional partner shares available until June 9th!  Sign up today and pick up every Wednesday from Denver Green School Community Farm!

They have bread from Rebel Bread, eggs from Nutripeak Farms, fruit from ELA Family Farms, microgreens from Emerald Greens, Mushrooms from Mile High Fungi, and grains and gluten free grains from various local partners. Pick up every Wednesday beginning June 21 between 4-6pm!

It’s easy to sign up on their website or fill out form here.  Sprouts also accepts SNAP benefits and you get 50% off of fresh produce shares (fruit, microgreens, and mushrooms).  To sign up for your share and pay with your EBT card please email paula@sproutcityfarms.org.

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