The latest detail to this long planning process was the announcement this last week that Superior residents have filed a lawsuit against the Fish and Wildlife Service. The suit is based on the premises that the Fish and Wildlife Service did not provide a complete environmental impact report of how the segment of highway will impact the area and adjacent wildlife refuge. As 8z’s David Pennington reported in an article titled, ‘Another potential roadblock for Jefferson Parkway planners,’ “The lawsuit is directed at violations of the Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge Act as well as many parameters in the National Environmental Policy.”

Many environmental impact studies take years, requiring public funding to study, observe and analyze the current environmental conditions of the area to suggest several ways new construction could impact the area. Locals can already point to the impact the road would have on rare prairie tall grasses which grow in the area, as well as the habitat for he already-threatened Preble meadow jumping mouse – not to mention the four lane highway would block animal migration to the west.

Currently, the proposed toll road would be built along the eastern edge of the wildlife refuge. Funds from the sale of the easement would have gone towards expanding the refuge in another direction.

Now the environmental impact will be weighted against other pros and cons for the new highway. Superior residents were concerned about the increase of traffic the parkway would bring to McCaslin Boulevard. Yet there are advantages to the highway; the road would likely bring more business to the town of Superior.

So now the economic impact is being contrasted against the environmental impact. Keep an eye on RockCreekPulse.com and share your opinions about the plans for Jefferson Parkway. 8z’s Superior Colorado and Rock Creek team is invested in keeping you up to date as this story develops.

A few years back, local real estate broker, Brad Klein started a program for Rock Creek residents to donate food items to the Boulder County Food Share during the Thanksgiving holiday time.

Food collected by Brad Klein from Rock Creek neighbors for the Community Food Share

Rock Creek residents will fill the attached bag (or multiple bags) with non-perishable food items and leave the bags visibly out near the front door on Sunday November 20th.  Any residents who may have bags to donate are asked to place them out early that morning as he will start the route pick up early!  After the pick-up Brad will deliver a large donation on behalf of the residents of Rock Creek to Boulder County Food Share.

It is a program that has been incredibly successful, for both the residents of Rock Creek and the Community Food Share. The folks at the Food Share have told Brad after past food drive efforts that they would love to have this program in other neighborhoods.

So even though times are tough. At this time of year, it is important to remember all the things in our lives that we can be grateful for. It is also a time to recognize that we all have the ability to help create enjoyment, happiness and well being in others and that a few items in a bag can provide that spark.

Thanks for your generosity.  For anyone who wants to be careful not to miss a beat of other events and activities happening in and around the Rock Creek neighborhood, visit Rock Creek Pulse by Brad Klein and the 8z team.

Hi Folks, I am always looking for ways to serve this community. Last year I started a lawn
aeration program that also served as a school fundraiser. The program was incredibly suc-
cessful. The beauty of it is that it is so simple. Each spring most of us hire someone to
aerate our lawns as a way to ensure great looking and healthy turf all season long. By
scheduling this service through my program you get the job done professionally and help
our local schools. I want to double last year’s success but to do so I need everyone’s help.

Here is how it works: Have your lawn aerated through this program the
week of April 4th and $10.00 of the total cost will be donated to our local
schools. All money raised through this lawn aeration program will be split
equally between Superior Elementary and Eldorado K-8.

LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS MARCH 30TH

The Cost: Unbelievably low flat rate of $30.00 front & back

How do I sign up? Email Brad@BradKleinRealEstate.com or call 303-449-0195
and we will schedule you for the week of April 4th.

Last year was a great beginning for this program. The contractor was happy with the work
and did a first rate job. Everyone got their lawn aerated on time, for a fair price, and with-
out any complaints. Each school received a check for $417.50 and never had to do any ac-
tive fundraising. I got the chance to give back to the community for allowing me to be it’s
Realtor for the last 20 years.

Call 303-449-0195 or Email
Brad@BradKleinRealEstate.com
to sign up today!!

I also want you to know that I don’t make any money on this nor do I have any ownership
in the company that will perform the work.

Westminster Colorado has over 100k residents and nearly 40k homes as reported by city-data.com.

Not just a commuter’s town Westminster has luxury neighborhoods too which draws residents in, including The Ranch Reserve and Lexington Shores.

According to COhomefinder data there are 978 properties listed in Westminster ranging from  $32k to $2.69-million.

But Westminster is still more than just homes, its about the community. A few popular highlights to Westminster for families include:

The Butterfly and Insect Pavilion which is entertaining for family of all ages.

Westminster also has several golf courses including Legacy Ridge, Hyland Hills and Heritage at Westmoor.  (For those who want to live on or near a golf course, there are lots of homes that add convenience for golfing too)

As Westminster has grown in the past several years so have the number of trails, recreation centers and shopping for everyone in the family.

And if Westminster is right for your, meet your local 8z Real Estate brokers to take a look at the homes and neighborhoods best for you.