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Near Northwest Area Plan - Survey Time!
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Survey time! Help guide policy decisions and recommendations by weighing in online
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For the last few weeks, city planners have been talking with community members virtually and in person. We have been using these conversations to collect feedback and determine which alternatives work best for Near Northwest Area neighborhoods. Topics include development along corridors, adding housing and preserving affordability.
If you have missed these events or have more input to share, take the latest surveys to weigh in.
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Charles Lloyd Ocean Trio - November 8
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Thank you to our Business Donors
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COMEDY EXTRAVAGANZA 2022 - November 16
Come to Avanti for Comedy Night hosted by Avanti’s own Greg Studley! We will feature five comics with a 10 minute set from 7:30-9:30 pm. Come out and laugh with some of Denver’s best comics while enjoying drinks from our friends at Odell Brewing and Mythology Distillery and special bites from Knockabout Burgers.
$10 cover (paid at the door).
Doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7:30.
Seats are limited so come early to snag your spot.
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Councilwoman Sandoval Updates
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Here is the latest from Councilwoman Sandoval's office.
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Care for trees before the freeze!
Denver’s Office of the City Forester urges residents to think about how to keep our urban canopy healthy during its dormant season. And if the leaves are still falling as you’re reading this, don’t forget to grab a rake, gather them up and compost them in paper bags to keep them out of landfills. Below are some simple tips, along with links to additional information, to make winter a wonderland for our urban canopy.
TOO MU(L)CH IS NEVER ENOUGH!
Applying mulch around the tree before it settles in for its winter’s nap is a good idea. A mulch ring around your tree holds in moisture and protects against temperature extremes. It decomposes and adds nutrients to the soil, too. We recommend learning the right way to mulch. Ever hear of a mulch volcano? Piling mulch too high around the base of the tree keeps oxygen out and can be deadly. Keep your mulch ring at least 6 inches away from the bark of the tree.
Vertical mulching is a modern method that also improves soil conditions and allows for deeper water penetration. Vertical mulching removes columns of poor-quality soil around the tree, and then fills those columns with compost. Learn more about general tree care tips, including mulch.
Bark on the southern/southwestern face of your trees is subject to a condition called sun scald. To avoid this, you can wrap your tree’s trunk using materials like butcher paper. It is waterproof and removes/absorbs some of the energy that the sun produces. Install tree wrap around Thanksgiving and remove it around Easter.
WINTER NUTRITION TIPS
Remember: dormant doesn’t mean dead, so feeding and watering trees during this season can help them spring back into action in the next. It’s also wise to mow/mulch some of your tree leaves back into the turf to ensure the nutrients are making their way back to nature.
But when it’s 40 degrees or warmer – which is seen a lot during Denver winter – your tree still needs water, and snowfall just isn’t enough. Learn how to water trees in winter.
WINTER PRUNING
Would you be surprised to learn that winter is a good time to prune? Certain trees, including American elm and fruit trees in the rose family. should only be pruned while dormant to reduce the spread of disease.
If you are pruning something you can’t reach from the ground, it’s advised that you hire a tree care professional since they use specialized equipment and have training and expertise. In the City of Denver, tree contractors must be licensed and insured, and Denver has a list of licensed tree contractors.
Learn more about watering, fertilization and protecting your trees with these frequently asked questions of winter tree care and give your trees a chance to thrive this season. As always, if you need more information, please contact Denver’s Office of the City Forester at forestry@denvergov.org or 720-913-0651.
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PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (PCD) MEETING
Tuesday, November 8
Virtual Meeting
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
To get a link to join the meeting, email pcd@denverhighland.org. PCD works to help shape developments to protect the unique character of the Highland neighborhood. At this meeting, we discuss upcoming projects and proposals for the neighborhood.
COMMUNITY / BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, November 15
Locavore
2630 West 38th Avenue
6:30 pm - 8 pm
All are welcome to attend our meetings. Please email us at
info@denverhighland.org if you have an agenda item or issue you'd like to discuss. We will meet on the upper level.
HUNI HOUR
Tuesday, December 6
Cart-Driver
2239 W 30th Ave
5:30 pm - 7 pm
Start your holiday celebrating early! Last HUNI Hour of the year. This is a chance for you to see your neighbors while visiting some of our fabulous community partners - Check out our Facebook page for the most up-to-date information.
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our local online home for information, inspiration, and interaction
Please fill out our survey so we can serve you better!
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RECURRING MONTHLY MEETINGS
Planning & Community Development (PCD): 2nd Tuesday
Community & Board: 3rd Tuesday
HUNI Hour: Last Tuesday
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Highland United Neighbors, Inc. is a 501c3 Registered Neighborhood Organization (RNO) comprised of volunteers from the public, private, and business sectors, committed to the Highland community.
MISSION
HUNI's mission is to facilitate consistent and responsible communication among Highland neighbors and the community at-large; to improve the quality of life for its residents, organizations, and businesses; and to advocate and promote our community.
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