Voters also approved ballot issues 2A and 2B, regarding cultural and recreational facilities The following are unofficial election results for the Municipal Election held in the City of Lone Tree, County of Douglas, State of Colorado, on Tuesday, the 6th day of May, 2008:

Mayor (Term 4 year)
Jim Gunning 919
Elton Winters 811

Councilmember District 1 (4 Year Term)
Jim Goodnight 329
Harold Anderson 499

Councilmember District 1 (2 Year Term)
Jackie Millet 752

Councilmember District 2 (4 Year Term)
Sharon Van Ramshorst 630

CITY OF LONE TREE CULTURAL FACILITIES BALLOT ISSUE 2A:
YES 902
NO 876

CITY OF LONE TREE PARK AND RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS BALLOT ISSUE 2B:
YES 925
NO 845

CITY OF LONE TREE PEDESTRIAN CROSSING IMPROVEMENTS BALLOT ISSUE 2C:
YES 682
NO 1087
2008 Municipal Election Information

The City of Lone Tree is partnering to present a FREE opportunity to recycle unwanted electronic such as televisions, computers and more. FREE Electronics Recycling Event at Douglas County High School 2842 Front St. in Castle Rock

May 10 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. or until capacity is reached.

RECYCLE...
PCs, monitors, laptops, printers, scanners, fax machines, speakers, mice, keyboards, UPS, batteries, routers, hubs, switches, cell phones (will be donated to the Women’s Crisis and Family Outreach Center), etc.

Electronics...
Thanks to Sony, electronics can be recycled at no charge. This is a great opportunity to update televisions and prepare for the 2009 analog-to-digital conversion. For information on the conversion, please visit www.dtv2009.gov. Coupons are available to purchase converter boxes.

Be Environmental...
Dumping electronics results in hazardous materials entering our streams and landfills. This isn’t safe for us, wildlife or plants. Protect our surroundings and recycle. [Additional info...]

The City of Lone Tree Public Works Department is looking for volunteers to help clean Willow Creek as part of our Stormwater Program. Meet at the Lone Tree Public Library on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 9:00am. Bring work gloves. [Additional info...]

Sign your boys and girls up for T Ball. Session dates are June 2 - July 24. Registration deadline is May 16. District fee $50. [Additional info...]

Ride today! We'll help you pay. If your company/employer is located within the Southeast Urban Corridor you are eligible for a 50% discount on your RTD transit pass. [Additional info...]

New funds to provide foreclosure counseling for nearly 225 residential mortgage holders by Dec. 31, 2008 Through a $75,000 grant from NeighborWorks and administered by the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA), the Douglas County Housing Partnership (DCHP), will now have the resources to provide foreclosure counseling services to an additional 225 residential mortgage holders who are in various stages of foreclosure. [Additional info...]

will be closed Monday, May 26, 2008 The City of Lone Tree Administrative Offices at 9220 Kimmer Drive, Suite 100, Lone Tree, Colorado, will be closed Monday, May 26, 2008, in observance of Memorial Day.

The FAA has begun their 180 day review of Centennial Airport's FAR Part 150 Noise Exposure & Land Use Compatibility Program Representatives from Centennial Airport will give a short presentation to City Council on April 15th at 4:30pm during Council's Study Session. [Additional info...]

The City is currently offering two classes; one general and one specific for medical services. The classes are held at the City Administrative Offices, 9220 Kimmer Drive, Suite 100. To register and for more information contact Tracy Martinez at 303-708-1818 ext.145. The next General Tax Class will be Friday, May 23, 2008 from 2:00 – 3:00 pm and the next Medical Services Tax Class will be Wednesday, June 4, 2008 from 2:00-3:00 pm. [Additional info...]

During calendar year 2007, the Detective Todd Pachello performed his duties in a manner as to bring great respect and admiration to him, the Lone Tree Police Department and the City of Lone Tree. As a result of this outstanding professional conduct Detective Todd Pachello has been nominated by his peers as the Lone Tree Police Officer of the Year.
In reviewing the nominations received the following terms were used to describe Detective Pachello: A determined tenacity in the way he pursues leads, quality driver training instructor, assists in establishing procedures for photography and evidence, always ready to assist his fellow officer, committed to excellence, unique proactive policing style, won’t take the easy way out, committed to apprehending criminals and recovering property and last but not least one of a kind.

These are the qualities of a police officer who serves his community with pride and integrity.

Detective Pachello is credited with tirelessly investigating some of the most serious crimes that occurred in the city of Lone tree in 2007. His work lead to the arrest and conviction of several criminal rings that targeted the City of Lone Tree and the Denver Metro area.

Community policing is important to any law enforcement agency but to the Lone Tree Police Department it is our heart and soul.

Detective Pachello has demonstrated through his actions and deeds that he is a most deserving candidate for this award and the recognition of his peers. Our congratulations and heartfelt thanks go out to Detective Pachello.

The City of Lone Tree Public Works Department is looking for volunteers to help clean Willow Creek as part of our Stormwater Program. Meet at the Lone Tree Public Library on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 9:00am. Bring work gloves. [Additional info...]