U-Hills Neighborhood Newsletter
March 6, 2024
University Hills
Denver, Colorado
80222
In the neighborhood...
U-Hills Quarterly Community Meeting | Thurs, March 14 | Eisenhower Rec Center
University Hills Neighborhood Association (UHNA) will host the U-Hills Community Meeting on Thursday, March 14, 6:30 – 7:30 PM, at Eisenhower Rec Center (4300 E Dartmouth Ave, Denver, 80222). Deputy District Attorney Bill Winter will join to discuss Denver’s criminal justice system and some of the most important public safety issues facing our city today. See the UHNA 2024 meeting calendar. Register for the March 14 U-Hills Community Meeting.
Food Forest Coming to Bradley International School Denver Urban Gardens (DUG) has selected Bradley International School to be the newest location for an urban Food Forest! There will be fruit trees, nut trees, berry bushes, vines, and more. We want your ideas! Join the Food Forest Community Input Meeting on Thursday, March 14, at 4 PM at the Bradley library (3051 S Elm St, Denver, 80222; 2nd Floor).
UHNA Egg Hunt | Sat, March 30 | Bradley International School Playgrounds
The Annual U-Hills Neighborhood Egg Hunt will be Saturday, March 30, at Bradley International School (3051 S Elm St, Denver, 80222). The Green Bus Café and the Easter Bunny will be there too! Arrive early at 9:45 AM. Everyone welcome! Please donate so we can continue to offer these events for the whole community.
U-Hills Neighborhood Community Garden
Did you know that our U-Hills neighborhood has a community garden?! Located at Bradley International School, the Heather Regan Memorial Community Garden is a lovely space for fresh air, sunshine, healthy habits, and learning. Volunteers help grow and harvest food for school families in need and local food banks. When garden plots are available, there is also the opportunity to rent plots for the season. Learn more by emailing ReganMemorialGarden@dug.org.
Kids get free access to Denver recreation centers, swimming pools, and cultural facilities where they can participate in healthy, safe, and fun activities after school, over summer break, and on weekends! See what’s happening at the Eisenhower Rec Center and learn about the MY Denver Card!
We’re lucky to have a public library in our U-Hills neighborhood! From tech help appointments to toddler story time and after school Maker Club, our Ross-University Hills Library offers resources and help for all ages!
Construction Coming to High Line Canal Bridge at South Dahlia Street Repairs and improvements are down-the-line for the bridge at the intersection of High Line Canal Trail and South Dahlia Street. As we know more, we’ll send updates to the UHNA email list.
Resources
Family Social Media Safety Training | March 12 | 5 PM – 6 PM
The online session will provide resources and tips for families on the dangers of social media and how to help kids stay safe and smart online. Families will gain valuable information and collaborate with other families on technology safety solutions. Learn more and RSVP here.
Safe2Tell
Anonymously report anything that concerns or threatens you, your friends, your family, or your community. Report anonymously. Any time. Any day. You have the power to make a difference.
E-Bike and E-Cargo Bike Rebate Vouchers
Get around the neighborhood on a new e-bike and use a rebate voucher to help pay for it! Vouchers are available for Denver residents every other month on a first-come, first-served basis. The next round of e-bike rebates will be released Tuesday, April 30 at 11 AM.
Habitat Protection: YOU Can Make a Difference
By Coloradoscaping or simply creating your own pollinator garden, you can help preserve wildlife habitat and keep Colorado healthy. Learn more about habitat protection efforts and how to get involved.
Quickly access a counselor for a full 55-minute, online session—no medical insurance needed. TherapyDirect welcomes all Colorado residents ages 18 years and up, including those new to counseling. TherapyDirect is available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM. For crisis support, especially outside of our business hours, please call 1-844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255.
Denver Human Services (DHS) is excited to announce a new Neighborhood Resource Site (NRS) available at Rocky Mountain Human Services (9900 E Iliff Ave, Denver, 80231). The new site is strategically located in an underserved area of southeast Denver, near the boundaries of Denver and Arapahoe counties. Visitors can apply and receive food assistance (SNAP), medical assistance, cash assistance, child support services, rental assistance, energy assistance, property tax relief, RTD LiVE, and more!
Landlord License Requirement
After years of rising complaints, Denver is working to make rental units safer. If you own an apartment building, duplex, or single-family residence in Denver and rent it out long term (more than 30+ consecutive days), you need a residential rental license. Short-term rentals (1 to 29 days) also require a license in Denver. Make sure you’re in compliance.
Updated Tenant’s Rights
Think you don’t have a lot of rights as a renter? Wrong! You have many rights, including habitability and a minimum standard of your home. Learn about your tenant rights in Denver.
District 4 Councilwoman Romero Campbell is Available to Meet YOU!
Councilwoman Romero Campbell and the City Council District 4 team are available for virtual and in-person one-on-one meetings and/or community meetings. Contact andrew.brooks@denvergov.org or call 720-337-4444 to schedule.
Safety & Awareness
Crime Prevention Tune-Ups | Fridays in March | 10 AM – 2 PM | District 3 DPD Station
On Fridays in March, stop by the Denver Police Department (DPD) District 3 Station (1625 S University Blvd, Denver) to:
Register your Bicycles/Scooters/E-Bikes and receive FREE 529 Garage Shield. For quicker registration, bring a picture of your bike and serial number on your phone.
Register your vehicle for DenverTrack and receive FREE window decal—bring your vehicle registration with you.
Have theft deterrent License Plate Fasteners installed. (Note: fasteners cannot be installed on Telsa, BMW, Mini and Volvo)
FREE Steering Wheel CLUB if you own a vehicle in the Top 10 Most Stolen List. Limited quantity/while supplies last. Bring your vehicle registration. Top 10 list of most stolen vehicles: Hyundai Elantra, Chevrolet Silverado, Hyundai Sonata, Ford F-150, Kia Sportage, Ford F-250, Kia Optima, Hyundai Tucson, Honda Civic, and Kia Soul.
Community Meeting with Commander Bell | March 6 | 6 PM | District 3 DPD Station
Everyone welcome! Come by the District 3 DPD Station (1625 S University Blvd, Denver) to learn about crime stats and trends that affect our southeast Denver neighborhoods. The Office of the Independent Monitor to be the special guest speaker. DPD District 3 Citizen Advisory Board (CAB) Meetings are 1st Wednesdays at 6 PM at the District 3 Station.
Neighborhood Watch Coordinator Orientation | March 7 | 6 PM | Virtually Online
Learn how you can be a Neighborhood Watch Coordinator with a minimal time commitment! You’ll learn simple steps to get started, how to research DPD’s crime map and crime stats, how to access resources, and much more! Email christie.mochoruk@denvergov.org for link to participate.
Community Crime Prevention Coalition | April 3 | 6 PM | South High School
At this meeting you’ll have a front row seat to observe a crime strategy meeting with DPD District 3 Command Staff, Denver Police Division Chiefs, and Chief Thomas. Before concluding this informative and interactive meeting, our Chief will open this meeting up for the community to give comments, share thoughts, and ask questions. See you April 3rd at South High School (1700 E. Louisiana Ave, Denver).
Emergencies: CALL 911
Non-Emergency: CALL 720-913-2000
To connect with our DPD District 3 Community Resource Officers email:
Technician Young – kate.young@denvergov.org
Officer Grimsley – matthew.grimsley@denvergov.org
Officer Pacheco – antonio.pacheco@denvergov.org
Officer Fuentes – manuel.fuentes@denvergov.org
You are Denver's eyes and ears. UHNA is not a community enforcement agency and as such, UHNA cannot enforce any city code or regulation. The city uses 311 and Online Services Hub to track and prioritize issues—more reports equals a higher priority for the city. Call 311 or use Denver’s Online Services Hub to report problems such as:
Graffiti
Encampments
Trash/Litter
Abandoned Vehicles
Potholes
Damaged/Fallen Trees
Overgrown Noxious Weeds/Vegetation
Missed Trash/Recycle/Compost Pickup
Neighborhood Issues