The Storck Team

10/30/2026

💧 WHEN DROUGHTS END, SHOULD WATER RATE INCREASES END TOO?

Denver Water just approved higher outdoor watering rates for 2027, with the average homeowner expected to pay an additional $3.25–$4.50 per month.

That may not sound like much, but with rising property taxes, insurance, utilities, and the overall cost of homeownership, every increase adds up.

I understand the need for water conservation and infrastructure improvements. But here's my question:

🤔If Colorado has a wet winter and our reservoirs recover, will water rates come back down? Or will these increases become permanent?

I believe conservation and accountability should go hand in hand. If drought conditions justify higher rates, shouldn't improved conditions justify reconsidering them?

💬 What do you think? Are these increases reasonable long-term planning, or should drought-related charges automatically end when water supplies recover?

10/28/2026

🏘️ WOULD YOU WANT A DATA CENTER BUILT NEAR YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD?

Aurora already has 9 operating data centers, with another 5 in the approval process. And the debate over whether to temporarily pause new developments is heating up!

This week, Aurora City Council voted 6–5 to reconsider a temporary pause on new data center applications, but the motion failed because 7 votes were required.

Supporters point to economic growth, jobs, and tax revenue. Critics are concerned about electricity demand, water usage, noise, and potential impacts on nearby homes and property values.

I've lived and worked in Southeast Aurora for over 22 years, and I think these are important questions for our community.

💬 Here's what I want to know: Would you support a data center being built near YOUR neighborhood if it meant more economic development for Aurora?

I'd genuinely love to hear perspectives from both sides. This is an important conversation about Aurora's future, and one worth having respectfully. 👇👇👇

10/23/2026

HALLELUJAH! 🙌 Is I-270 FINALLY getting fixed?!
If you’ve ever driven I-270 through Commerce City, you probably understand my excitement. 😂

CDOT officially broke ground on the long-awaited $806 MILLION overhaul of I-270 — including new express lanes, replacement of 12 aging bridges, a rebuilt Vasquez interchange, and improvements to ramps and other infrastructure.

Considering this stretch carries 100,000+ vehicles a day, I think we can all agree this has been a LONG time coming.

The bad news? We’re going to have to survive the construction first. 😬 The project will be completed in phases, with the first phase expected in 2030 and the entire project projected to wrap up in 2033.

So here's today's local question:

Who else absolutely HATES driving I-270?! 🙋‍♀️

And more importantly…

What Denver-area road or interchange do you think is THE WORST to drive?

I-270?
I-25?
I-70?
225?
Or is there another one that deserves the title? 😂

👇 Let the Denver traffic complaints begin!

10/20/2026

🎬 Another longtime Aurora favorite is saying goodbye! 🍿

Movie Tavern on Hampden Avenue is reportedly closing its doors on October 31st!

For years, this has been a go-to spot for Aurora residents to enjoy dinner and a movie, date nights, family outings, and those affordable Tuesday movie tickets!

It's always sad to see a familiar neighborhood business close, especially one that's been part of the community for so long.

👀 Aurora friends, we want to hear from you!

Will you miss Movie Tavern? And here's the bigger question... what would you LOVE to see take over this space?

Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👇

10/15/2026

🍻 Changes are coming to Parker! The Tailgate has officially been sold! Entrepreneur Chris Potter, who also owns Sports Lounge Off Broadway, Crimson and Gold Tavern, and The Fainting Goat Pub, is the new owner of this longtime Parker hangout.

It's always interesting to see changes happening in our local community, especially when it comes to places Parker residents know and love!

👀 Parker peeps, we want to hear from you! What are your thoughts on the sale? Are you excited to see what's next, or hoping The Tailgate keeps its familiar charm?

Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👇

Colorado Natives | Aurora Residents Since 2004 | Helping Aurora, Parker & Denver Metro homeowners buy, sell & invest for 22+ years. 1,500+ homes sold and counting. Community advocate, local expert, and passionate about selling homes for top dollar!

10/13/2026

🚨 Aurora’s Data Center Boom — What Homeowners Should Know

If you live in Aurora, especially on the east side, data centers are something worth paying attention to.

The proposed Trident Data Center near E-470 & E. 48th Avenue would bring a massive data center campus close to existing and developing neighborhoods.

And now there's another, even larger proposal taking shape east of The Aurora Highlands, approximately 500 acres with plans that currently include about 1 million square feet of data center space.

So what could all of this mean for Aurora homeowners?

🏡 Home values: Could being close to a large data center affect buyer demand or resale values?

⚡ Utility bills: These facilities require enormous amounts of electricity. Xcel says its proposed Large Load Tariff is designed to make large users pay their own way rather than pass those costs on to residential customers, but it's an issue worth watching.

💧 Water: Aurora has now banned evaporative cooling in new large buildings, and Trident says it plans to use a closed-loop cooling system that uses substantially less water.

🔊 Quality of life: Noise, backup generators, lighting, traffic and how close these facilities can be to homes are all part of the conversation.

There can also be benefits including tax revenue, construction jobs and economic investment, so I think it's important that we look at both the benefits and the potential impacts on homeowners.

What do YOU think? Are data centers good economic development for Aurora, or are you concerned about having facilities this large near residential neighborhoods? 👇

10/07/2026

🎃 Spooky season is officially here in Colorado! From haunted houses and ghost tours to creepy cornfields and Halloween events, there are plenty of ways to get your scare on this October. 🕸️

Whether you’re looking for full-on fright or just a little spooky fun, save this list for your Halloween plans! 🖤

👻 Which one are you brave enough to try?

Be sure to check each event’s website for current dates, hours, and ticket information before you go!

09/29/2026

☕️ IT’S NATIONAL COFFEE DAY! ☕️

As someone who takes her coffee VERY seriously 😂, here are my TOP 5 locally owned coffee shops in Aurora, Centennial & Parker!

These aren’t places I Googled — these are places I actually go and LOVE. ❤️

🥇 Number 1 — Coffee Cabin | Parker 🇺🇸
Their Wh***ey Barrel-Aged Coffee is SO good — notes of oak, vanilla & warm spice, but no alcohol!

Even better? The people. Wes and his team are constantly giving back through fundraisers, free coffee on 9/11, toy drives and more. Great coffee, great food & a business that truly cares about its community. ❤️🇺🇸

🥈 Number 2 — Legends Coffee | Southlands
Some of my favorite coffee around — smooth, never burnt, and they make an AMAZING cappuccino. ☕️

And YES, there’s a difference between a cappuccino and a latte. 😂

Bonus: get the loaded avocado toast. 👌

🥉 Number 3 — Convict Coffee | Parker
Great coffee with an even better mission — supporting programs that keep kids out of trouble and creating second-chance opportunities. ❤️

My order? Cold brew over PEBBLE ICE. 😂 On a hot Colorado day… perfection.

☕️🍸 Number 4 — Perfect Blend
Coffee AND cocktails?! Say less. 😂

They have cold brew, creative house-made syrups and cocktails when coffee hour turns into happy hour. 🍹

☕️ Number 5 — 303 Coffee Co. | Centennial
Another cold brew favorite! 😂 You can add extras like chaga, cordyceps mushrooms or collagen protein, plus they serve locally roasted Coda Coffee.

Easy parking + a great spot to meet a client or friend!

☕️❤️ There you have it — my TOP 5!

👇 What’s YOUR favorite local coffee shop — and more importantly, what’s your order?

Clearly I need an excuse to try another one. 😂☕️

09/25/2026

🎃🍻 THIS SATURDAY — PUMPKINS & POURS! 🍂🎶

🎃 2:00 PM | Pumpkin Patch FREE pumpkins while supplies last + jumpy house, treats & drinks!

🎶 3:30 PM | Live Music + Happy Hour Live music, adult beverages & The Spice Girls food truck! 🌮

🪑 Bring a chair or blanket, grab a spot on the grass and hang out with your neighbors!

Come for the pumpkins. Stay for the pours. 🎃🍻

Hosted by The Storck Team, Longs Peak Lending & JSH Insurance Solutions

👉 RSVP: https://partiful.com/e/Chik5cIplZrtP7g2HwNR?c=TWFwZITZ

09/22/2026

🍂 Happy First Day of Fall! 🍁

A new season is the perfect reminder to give your home a little TLC before the colder weather rolls in! From cleaning gutters and checking your furnace to sealing up windows and prepping outdoor plumbing, a little maintenance now can help prevent bigger headaches later. 🏡✨

We put together a simple Fall home maintenance checklist to help you tackle both the inside and outside of your home.

Swipe through ➡️ and tell us: Which one are you checking off first? 🍂🔨

And as always, if you need a trusted local professional for any of these projects, The Storck Team is happy to connect you with someone we know and trust! 💗🩵