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Board Opening

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Do you have time to help our community and get involved?  We are looking to fill two vacancies on the Wheatlands Metropolitan Board.  The duty of the board is to maintain the community appearance, assist with community projects, and represent your neighbors when making board decisions.  The position requires you to be available during the evenings to attend monthly board meetings and special meetings as they occur.   You would also be expected to volunteer additional time as needed for board projects and community operations.  If you or someone you know is interested please submit a letter of interest to [email protected] by August 5, 2019. 
 
If you do not want to be on the board but want to get involved there are many opportunities for residents to join a committee. The board is looking for help on our Covenant Committee and our Social Committee.  If you are passionate about covenants and making our community beautiful we encourage you to volunteer for our Covenant Committee.  The committee will partner with AMI in regards to covenant enforcement and help with the appeals process.  In addition we are looking for volunteers on our Social Committee.  Social committee members partner with the YMCA and volunteer their time to help plan, communicate and attend the social events for the neighborhood.  We appreciate your consideration of the open positions and can’t wait to hear from you!  

July Community Park Update

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The park is really starting to come together and exciting new features are being installed in July. Once ID Sculpture comes on site you will see the park really start to transform. Feel free to swing by and take a look next time you are over there.

A few updates since June:

  • Goodland completed all the utility work for the restroom.
  • They have begun excavation for the remedial fill for the shelter.
  • They put up forms for the playground curb walls.
    • The final portion of the wall will be poured once the boulders are placed on top of their pedestals.
  • Materials have arrived on-site for the drainage system in the playground area
  • While ID Sculpture is installing the climbing wall features, Goodland plans on building the Park ID sign, completing the curb ramps and constructing the shelter.
  • Concrete flatwork will begin the 1st week of August after ID sculpture has completed the climbing wall.
  • The shelter permit was issued.

Thank you to our community for all your support of the community park project!

July Food Truck Event

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Come join your neighbors for delicious food!  Food trucks will be offered every month during the summer from June – September at the Wheatlands Clubhouse from 6-8 pm.

Event Time: 6-8 pm

2019 Food Truck Dates:

Wednesday June 12, 2019*

Wednesday July 10, 2019

Wednesday August 14, 2019*

Wednesday September 11, 2019*

Food Trucks include: WeChef, Madly Sugared, Kona Ice and Freddy’s Cuisine

For a taste of what type of food will be offered at the event check out WeChef’s menu here:http://www.wechefkitchen.com

The June Food Truck event will also include our Inaugural Wheatlands Cornhole tournament. For more details and to register click here.

*Complimentary Beer, Wine and Music provided by Wade Christianson.https://www.wadechristianson.com/

Recreation Center Discussion

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DATE: JULY 11, 2019
TIME: 6:00 PM
LOCATION: WHEATLANDS CLUBHOUSE
6601 S. Wheatlands Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80016

The Wheatlands Metropolitan Board invites our community to come to our next board meeting, July 11th at 6pm, to learn about the plans for the new Aurora Recreation Center and the YMCA Recreation Center at Wheatlands. 

Francoise Bergan our Ward VI representative will be at the meeting to discuss the Aurora facility.  The proposed facility will be located near Infinity Middle School and less then a mile from Wheatlands. 

In addition, we will have a presentation from the YMCA in regards to the Wheatlands facility and to discuss the current project status. 

Afterwards we will have an open discussion with the opportunity for comments. We hope to see you there!

July 2019 Newsletter

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July 2019 Newsletter
YMCA Recreation Center Project
  • The YMCA project continues to make progress. The YMCA executive team is still completing due diligence on the site. 
Upcoming Events


4th OF JULY CELEBRATION

 Thursday, July 4th
@ the Clubhouse and Pool
10:30 am-2 pm 

bike parade will begin at 10:15 am (meet at the corner of Wheatlands Pkwy and Kewaunee where new park is being built)

Beer from Two22 Brew will be served 10:30 am-1:30 pm
 
Food from Famous Dave’s served from 11 am-1 pm.
to sign up please click here




FOOD TRUCK NIGHT

 Wednesday, July 10th
@ the Clubhouse 
6-8pm


KIDS NIGHT OUT
 
Friday, July 19th
6-10 pm at the Lakehouse
Movie: The Emoji Movie
to register click here


ICE CREAM SOCIAL
 
Sunday, July 28th
2-4 pm at the Wheatlands Pool



NEXT BOARD MEETING
 
Thursday, July 11th 
6 pm @ the Clubhouse
Park Update

Construction continues on our Community Park located off Wheatlands Parkway and South Jamestown Way. Below are the highlights since our last update and some of the next steps coming up in our schedule:

* Goodland has backfilled the front face of the large playground wall.

* They have begun backfilling the backside of the wall as far as possible before installing the French drain.

* Ground crews will be coming out to x-ray the wall for rebar locations before the drain is installed through the wall.

* The boulders are showing up on-site on Tuesday June 18th.

* The upper playground curb walls will be formed and poured within two weeks.

* Goodland will have all the footings for the ID Sculpture wall elements completed before ID Sculpture arrives on-site in mid July to install the hand holds and features of the wall.

* Waterlines are being connected to the restroom.

* Concrete that connects the new area to the old area is being installed and replaced.

* The permit for the shelter has been issued by the City of Aurora.

* The City came out and inspected the sewer connections and electrical conduit for the restroom.

* Goodlands has submitted the permits for the curbed ramps and will begin that work once they are approved.

Thank you to the community for all your support of the Community Park project.




For more images and details of the park please Click Here
YMCA Project Update
After the City of Aurora announced their recreation center plans less than a mile from Wheatlands we are working to secure financing for the YMCA project.  We are hoping to have both recreation centers compliment each other.
 Pool Season 
Summer is here and the pool is open! Please remember residents of Wheatlands must fill out the pool waiver each year. Your key fob will not be activated until the waiver is filled out. To fill out the 2019 pool waiver, please click here. 

If you are a new resident you must come into either the Wheatlands Clubhouse or Lakehouse to fill out paper work to get your fobs. 
Wheatlands Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday 9am-1pm

Lakehouse Office Hours:
Monday-Saturday 9am-1pm
Monday-Thursday 4pm-8pm


The Pool is open!

Summer Pool Hours:

May 25th-August 11th
Monday-Sunday 10am-8pm
July 4th – 10am-5pm

 August 12th-September 2nd
Monday – Friday Swim at your Own Risk from 10am – 4pm; Lifeguards on Duty from 4 – 8pm and on duty Saturday and Sunday 10am – 8pm

*please note the lap pool will open at 2:00 pm
on the following dates due to swim meets (the kiddie pool will operate as usual on these dates 10am-8pm):


Saturday, June 29


Weather Policy
If lightning or inclement weather is spotted the pool will close for safety and reopen when the weather has passed. The pool closes for lighting when the strike is 10 miles or less away on weather bug. It will reopen 30 minutes after the last strike. The temperature outside must be 60 degrees or higher for our pools to open. Happy Swimming!
Wheatlands Community Directory
EMERGENCY (POLICE & FIRE)
911

Non-Emergency – Police
303-739-6000
 
Irrigation 24 hour service
303-693-6878 

CLUBHOUSE & POOL INFORMATION
720-870-9297, 720-870-2221 (Operated by the YMCA)

Water & Sewer Service
303-739-7370

AURORA CITY GOVERNMENT
Police Representative – Officer Cassell 303-627-3172
Public Works Department 303-739-7300

SNOW REMOVAL (Streets) or STREET DAMAGE
City of Aurora 303-326-8200

SNOW REMOVAL (District Property)
YMCA and Coxlandscaping
*Homeowners are responsible for sidewalks and driveways

SERVICES
Waste Management Company
303-797-1600 
Kids Night Out at The Lakehouse
Kids will have games and crafts with dinner provided, and will get to watch a movie in our movie theater. Parents can relax with the night off. $15 for 1st child $10 for additional children. 6:00 pm-10:00 pm. Please register by Wednesday prior to event. Register on the YMCA website. Call 720-870-2221 with any questions.


July 19th
Theme: Emotions
  Movie: The Emoji Movie
 


  
New Programs at the YMCA Youth Center at Southlands Shopping Center

Come check out some of our new programs offered at the YMCA Youth Center!
(For more information on any of these programs please call the youth center at 720.274.5759

TEEN NIGHTS:
 
Our Teen Center comes with a pool table, foosball, Nintendo Wii and X Box and many different craft opportu-nities and games, there is never a dull moment. Cost Free; any themed nights will cost $4

DROP ‘N SHOP:

Southlands Shopping Center and the Aurora YMCA is here to help you! Drop the kids off at the YMCA Teen Center where Kids can participate in activities and crafts as you indulge yourself with everything Southlands has to offer! Please provide a small snack for your child. 11-1pm Ages: Potty trained – 10 years. Fee: $10 per child.

Y LEADERS:

 Ages 11-18
Develop Leadership Skills
Youth-led community service projects
 Bi-monthly meetings – Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:00pm at Southlands Teen Center
 FREE




YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT:

 Three-day, intensive, state wide, mock-government program
 Grades 7-12
 Hands on Experience
 Teachers curriculum support
Full Access to Colorado State
YMCA Programs

In addition to family activities at Southshore, the YMCA runs programs that benefit the entire Aurora Community.


Y Sports
Spring sports registration is now open! For more info:
Billy Merryman – Sports Coordinator
[email protected]
303.988.0196

Y Leaders
A new program for the Aurora Family YMCA. Youth 11-18 can join at no cost to plan and take part in Saturday service opportunities. Please attend our Wednesday meetings or contact Tim Droke  for more information. [email protected] 
  
Youth in Government
Join youth from throughout the state at our premier model government program. High school aged students will write and debate bills, argue state supreme court cases or take part in our press and lobbyist programs. The only group with access to the state Capitol building in this capacity.  Click here to find out more!

Reach & Rise Mentoring
What is Reach and Rise?
  • Reach and Rise is a free group mentoring program of the YMCA, established to provide young people in our community with positive and peer relationships.
  • 2 adult mentors are matched with a group of 6 youth
  • The group will meet once a week for 2 hours.
  • The program cycle runs for 8 weeks during the summer and 16 weeks during the fall and spring.
  • Mentors are meant to serve as role models, friends, and confidants. They’re another source of support for your child. They are not meant to take the role of a parent, babysitter, or financier.
For more information contact:
Tim Droke

Do you want to improve your health and boost your energy?

YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program (YDPP)
Join a small group, led by a certified lifestyle coach who directs and encourages class participants as they make behavior modifications to lose weight and reduce the risk of chronic disease.

During the year long program of 25, 1-hour sessions participants learn about healthy habits including mindful eating and physical activity. Classes are coming soon to the Lakehouse in your neighborhood, Wednesdays, 6-7pm. 

Pre-qualification is required. For more information please contact Tammy Dickerson, Certified Lifestyle Coach. [email protected], 720-460-6383.
Southlands Shopping Center Events



Southlands Cub Club is for children ages 3 to 10. Members get special discounts at Southlands retailers and YMCA programs, monthly events, a club newsletter and during your child’s birth month, they receive a special birthday surprise. Joining is easy. Click here to enroll, then come to the Southlands Management Office during business hours to pick up your child’s membership card and welcome goodie bag. Cub Club Registration is also available at every Southlands Event throughout the year.


Next Cub Club Event:

When: Thursday, July 18th
4-5pm

Join us for a pre-concert dance party to learn some of the coolest dance moves ever seen at Sounds of Southlands Summer Concert Series! Your dance moves will be perfected just in time for Soul X, who will perform later that night!

Sign Up Here




Sounds of Southlands and Movies on the Square


JULY CONCERTS 

4 – 101st Army Dixieland Band (4PM – 6 PM)
Celebrate America’s birthday with solders from Colorado National Guard’s 101st Army Band as they honor the most original American art form – jazz!

11 – Under a Blood Red Sky (6-8pm)
UABRS is your favorite U2 tribute band bringing the passion of a full U2 concert experience right here to Southlands.

18 – Soul X (6-8pm)
The high energy performance of Soul X includes current Top 40 hits, Motown, 80’s country, Funk, and so much more!

25 – Nacho Men (6-8pm)
The Nacho Men are a six-piece rock and roll dance and show band who combine your favorite music from the past 50 years with comedy, choreography, and more fun!


July Movies @ Dusk

July 17: Ralph Breaks the Internet
July 24: Incredibles 2
July 31: Despicable Me 3
Wheatlands Metropolitan District

visit us online at www.wheatlandsmetro.org

Next Board Meeting: Thursday, July 1th at 6:00 pm

July 4th BBQ

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Wheatlands July 4th BBQ
This years July 4th BBQ at the Wheatlands Clubhouse and pool is almost here! This years event will be on Thursday, July 4th.

Order of events:
9:45 am – Meet at Park on Wheatlands and Kewaunee for parade
10: 00 am – parade start (parade will take place
on Wheatlands Pkwy and will end at the clubhouse)
10:30 am – bar opens
11 am – serving of food from Famous Dave’s
(serving will end at 1:00 pm or when food is out)



This event is highly participated so be sure to bring your lawn chairs and tents to set up!

You must sign up for this event so we can have an approximate head count. To sign up Click Here
Beer provided by:
This years beer will be from Two22 Brew.

Visit their website here

Summer Camp & Ice Cream Socials

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SUMMER CAMP

The YMCA puts on a summer camp each year at our clubhouse and pool. The pool is open to residents during the camps. This year the summer camp will be swimming at the pool 2 days a week for 2 hours each day. They will be at the pool on Mondays and Fridays from 1-3pm. These hours are also listed on our Calendar of Events. The camp is full of Wheatlands residents kids and they can’t wait to enjoy the pool this summer.

If you would like to enroll your child in summer camp follow the link below:

Summer Camp Registration

ICE CREAM SOCIAL

I Scream, You Scream, We all Scream for Ice Cream! Save the date for the first ice cream social event of the Summer! The Ice Cream is free!! Courtesy of the YMCA and Wade Christianson with KellerWilliams Realty.

Sunday June 23rd: 2-4pm at the Wheatlands Clubhouse

Can’t make it to the June Event? We will have more ice cream socials this summer. See below for details on future events:

Ice Cream Social

June Community Park Update

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A view of the climbing wall after it was poured. Note this picture was taken before it was backfilled.

Construction continues on our Community Park located off Wheatlands Parkway and South Jamestown Way. Below are the highlights since our last update and some of the next steps coming up in our schedule:

  • Goodland has backfilled the front face of the large playground wall.
  • They have begun backfilling the backside of the wall as far as possible before installing the French drain.
  • Ground crews will be coming out to x-ray the wall for rebar locations before the drain is installed through the wall.
  • The boulders are showing up on-site on Tuesday June 18th.
  • The upper playground curb walls will be formed and poured within two weeks.
  • Goodland will have all the footings for the ID Sculpture wall elements completed before ID Sculpture arrives on-site in mid July to install the hand holds and features of the wall.
  • Waterlines are being connected to the restroom.
  • Concrete that connects the new area to the old area is being installed and replaced.
  • The permit for the shelter has been issued by the City of Aurora.
  • The City came out and inspected the sewer connections and electrical conduit for the restroom.
  • Goodlands has submitted the permits for the curbed ramps and will begin that work once they are approved.

Thank you to the community for all your support of the Community Park project.

Community Garage Sale Today and Tomorrow

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Get your spending money ready the community garage sale is today Friday June 7 and tomorrow Saturday June 8th

Recommended time is from 8am-4pm each day

The Metro District has signs at the entrances to the neighborhood to communicate the sale.

The Garage Sale map created by Wade Christianson with KellerWilliams Realty is located in a box near the entrance to the neighborhood.

We can’t wait to see the exciting deals and sales that are offered this year!

June 2019 Newsletter

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June 2019 Newsletter
YMCA Recreation Center Project
  • The YMCA project continues to make progress. The YMCA executive team is still completing due diligence on the site. 
Upcoming Events
KIDS NIGHT OUT
 
Friday, June 7th
6-10 pm at the Lakehouse
Movie: Bedtime Stories
to register click here

FOOD TRUCK NIGHT

 Wednesday, June 12th
@ the Clubhouse 
6-8pm

Sign up for the Inaugural Wheatlands Cornhole tournament. June 12th starting at 6:00pm (Same time and location as the food truck event. For more details and to Register go to click here

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE

Friday and Saturday, June 7th and 8th
to get your house on the map click here
(sponsored by Wade Christianson) 

ICE CREAM SOCIAL

Sunday, June 9th
@the Wheatlands Pool
2-4pm
(sponsored by Wade Christianson)


NEXT BOARD MEETING
 
Thursday, June 13th 
6 pm @ the Clubhouse
Park Update
* Climbing Wall
o The rebar inspection for the large playground wall passed and the concrete was poured.

* Restroom
o Restroom permit was acquired.
GoodLand over-excavated the site and has been working on the restroom foundation.
o The restroom was built offsite and installed on Wednesday, May 22nd.
o The restroom will have running water and a flush toilet.

* Playground Signs
o Architerra is working with Artcraft on the fabrication of the signs.
o The signs will tie into the theme and will also include park rules and a community board.

* Sculptures
o The sculptures for the park were scheduled to be here in June however the company providing them is now quoting closer to August.
o There is a 4-6 week lead time on the customized sculptures.

* Site Furnishings
o All site furnishings have been ordered and will be stored at Goodland’s site until ready to be installed.

* Shelter
o We have received the engineering drawings for the shelter.

* Playground Equipment
o The equipment has been ordered and shipped in May.



For more images and details of the park please Click Here
 Pool Season 
Summer is here and the pool is open! Please remember residents of Wheatlands must fill out the pool waiver each year. Your key fob will not be activated until the waiver is filled out. To fill out the 2019 pool waiver, please click here. 

If you are a new resident you must come into either the Wheatlands Clubhouse or Lakehouse to fill out paper work to get your fobs. 
Wheatlands Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday 9am-1pm

Lakehouse Office Hours:
Monday-Saturday 9am-1pm
Monday-Thursday 4pm-8pm


The Pool is open!

Summer Pool Hours:

May 25th-August 11th
Monday-Sunday 10am-8pm
July 4th – 10am-5pm

 August 12th-September 2nd
Monday – Friday Swim at your Own Risk from 10am – 4pm; Lifeguards on Duty from 4 – 8pm and on duty Saturday and Sunday 10am – 8pm

*please note the lap pool will open at 2:00 pm
on the following dates due to swim meets (the kiddie pool will operate as usual on these dates 10am-8pm):

Saturday, June 8
Saturday, June 15
Saturday, June 29


Weather Policy
If lightning or inclement weather is spotted the pool will close for safety and reopen when the weather has passed. The temperature outside must be 60 degrees or higher for our pools to open. Happy Swimming!
Wheatlands Community Directory
EMERGENCY (POLICE & FIRE)
911

Non-Emergency – Police
303-739-6000
 
Irrigation 24 hour service
303-693-6878 

CLUBHOUSE & POOL INFORMATION
720-870-9297, 720-870-2221 (Operated by the YMCA)

Water & Sewer Service
303-739-7370

AURORA CITY GOVERNMENT
Police Representative – Officer Cassell 303-627-3172
Public Works Department 303-739-7300

SNOW REMOVAL (Streets) or STREET DAMAGE
City of Aurora 303-326-8200

SNOW REMOVAL (District Property)
YMCA and Coxlandscaping
*Homeowners are responsible for sidewalks and driveways

SERVICES
Waste Management Company
303-797-1600 
Kids Night Out at The Lakehouse
Kids will have games and crafts with dinner provided, and will get to watch a movie in our movie theater. Parents can relax with the night off. $15 for 1st child $10 for additional children. 6:00 pm-10:00 pm. Please register by Wednesday prior to event. Register on the YMCA website. Call 720-870-2221 with any questions.


June 7th
Theme: Big Dreams
  Movie: Bedtime Stories
 


  
New Programs at the YMCA Youth Center at Southlands Shopping Center

Come check out some of our new programs offered at the YMCA Youth Center!
(For more information on any of these programs please call the youth center at 720.274.5759

TEEN NIGHTS:
 
Our Teen Center comes with a pool table, foosball, Nintendo Wii and X Box and many different craft opportu-nities and games, there is never a dull moment. Cost Free; any themed nights will cost $4

DROP ‘N SHOP:

Southlands Shopping Center and the Aurora YMCA is here to help you! Drop the kids off at the YMCA Teen Center where Kids can participate in activities and crafts as you indulge yourself with everything Southlands has to offer! Please provide a small snack for your child. 11-1pm Ages: Potty trained – 10 years. Fee: $10 per child.

Y LEADERS:

 Ages 11-18
Develop Leadership Skills
Youth-led community service projects
 Bi-monthly meetings – Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:00pm at Southlands Teen Center
 FREE




YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT:

 Three-day, intensive, state wide, mock-government program
 Grades 7-12
 Hands on Experience
 Teachers curriculum support
Full Access to Colorado State
YMCA Programs

In addition to family activities at Southshore, the YMCA runs programs that benefit the entire Aurora Community.


Y Sports
Spring sports registration is now open! For more info:
Billy Merryman – Sports Coordinator
[email protected]
303.988.0196

Y Leaders
A new program for the Aurora Family YMCA. Youth 11-18 can join at no cost to plan and take part in Saturday service opportunities. Please attend our Wednesday meetings or contact Tim Droke  for more information. [email protected] 
  
Youth in Government
Join youth from throughout the state at our premier model government program. High school aged students will write and debate bills, argue state supreme court cases or take part in our press and lobbyist programs. The only group with access to the state Capitol building in this capacity.  Click here to find out more!

Reach & Rise Mentoring
What is Reach and Rise?
  • Reach and Rise is a free group mentoring program of the YMCA, established to provide young people in our community with positive and peer relationships.
  • 2 adult mentors are matched with a group of 6 youth
  • The group will meet once a week for 2 hours.
  • The program cycle runs for 8 weeks during the summer and 16 weeks during the fall and spring.
  • Mentors are meant to serve as role models, friends, and confidants. They’re another source of support for your child. They are not meant to take the role of a parent, babysitter, or financier.
For more information contact:
Tim Droke

Do you want to improve your health and boost your energy?

YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program (YDPP)
Join a small group, led by a certified lifestyle coach who directs and encourages class participants as they make behavior modifications to lose weight and reduce the risk of chronic disease.

During the year long program of 25, 1-hour sessions participants learn about healthy habits including mindful eating and physical activity. Classes are coming soon to the Lakehouse in your neighborhood, Wednesdays, 6-7pm. 

Pre-qualification is required. For more information please contact Tammy Dickerson, Certified Lifestyle Coach. [email protected], 720-460-6383.
Southlands Shopping Center Events



Southlands Cub Club is for children ages 3 to 10. Members get special discounts at Southlands retailers and YMCA programs, monthly events, a club newsletter and during your child’s birth month, they receive a special birthday surprise. Joining is easy. Click here to enroll, then come to the Southlands Management Office during business hours to pick up your child’s membership card and welcome goodie bag. Cub Club Registration is also available at every Southlands Event throughout the year.


Next Cub Club Event:

When: Thursday, June 20th
4-5pm

Where: Join us at Ted’s Montana Grill and experience the restaurant behind-the-scenes with a tour and more fun activities! 

Sign Up Here




Kidtopia


JUNE 5, 12, 19, & 26  |  5:30PM – 7:30PM 

Kidtopia is back! Join us every Wednesday this June for fun, interactive events for all the coolest kids in Aurora!
June 5: Science
June 12: Sports
June 19: Technology
June 26: Animals

But wait! There’s more!

+ Take a jump in our Bouncy Castle
+ Stop by some of our Southlands retailers’ booths for special treats
+ Join our favorite community partners for surprise activities
Wheatlands Metropolitan District

visit us online at www.wheatlandsmetro.org

Next Board Meeting: Thursday, June 13th at 6:00 pm