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The HrCa Delegates elected three new Board members to serve two-year terms. incumbent
laura Hopkins was re-elected, and new members Scott lemmon and Gregory Terry were
elected at the March 16 annual Meeting. We would like to congratulate the new directors on
their successful election, and thank all the candidates who took time out of their busy schedules
to run for the director position. For more detailed information on our new board members,
and complete election information go to HrCaonline.org/leadership.
laura Hopkins Scott lemon Gregory Terry
n e w t r a s h p r o g r a mThe HrCa has partnered with pro Disposal to offer a preferred provider trash and recycling
program for just $11.33 per month for residents of Highlands ranch beginning april 5.
are you ready?
• The new opt-in trash program divides the Ranch into five trash pick up zones.
• All residents must adhere to the new trash zone schedule (unless you live in a sub association
that currently provides this service).
• To find more information or your trash zone visit HrCaonline.org/trash.
• To join the new program contact Pro Disposal at 303-791-3827.
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Enhan c i n g p r ope r t y v a l u e s and c r e a t i n g qua l i t y o f l i f e t h r ou gh r e c r e a t i o n , c ommun i t y e v en t s a nd l e ade r s h i p
B u i l d i n g a l i f e s t y l e t h a t y o u w a n t t o l i v e 1
annualTuESDAy, APRil 27, 6:00 P.m.
RECREATion CEnTER AT EASTRiDgE
Pursuant to the Bylaws of the Highlands Ranch Community Association, inc., the Annual meeting of members in each Delegate District shall be held to elect a delegate from that district if required.
Elections for even numbered districts and districts without representation are being held this year. Sub-associations elect delegates at their Sub-association Annual meeting.
if you are interested in representing your district or if you have any questions about being a delegate, please call 303-471-8802 for more information.
The presence, in person or by proxy, of ten percent (10%) of all district members entitled to cast votes is required to constitute a quorum at the Annual meeting of members.
your participation whether by returning the proxy forms or attending the meeting is greatly appreciated as it saves the association time and money.
you can determine what district you live in and who your district candidate is at HRCAonline.org/leadership.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORSlaura Hopkins 303-346-0603todd landgrave 303-470-8765scott lemon 303-346-1412Nick robinson 303-791-0840 Gregory terry 303-329-6199 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
9568 university Blvd.
303-791-8958
RECREATION FACILITIES
303-791-2500
recreation center at Northridge
8801 Broadway
facility Hours: M-f 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
sa. & su: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
recreation center at eastridge
9568 university Blvd.
facility Hours: M-f 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
sa: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
su: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
recreation center at Westridge
9650 foothills canyon Blvd.
facility Hours: M-f 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
sa: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
su: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
recreation center at southridge
4800 Mcarthur ranch rd.
facility Hours: M-f 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
sa: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
su: 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
copyright © 2010 Highlands ranch community association, inc. all rights reserved.Permission is required to redistribute, reproduce, modify or republish information from Highlands ranch community association, inc, in print or electronically.
pro DiSpoSal, HrCa’S preFerreD proviDer For
TraSH anD reCyClinG ServiCeS – In 2009 the HRCA
requested proposals for trash collection and recycling from
service providers. pro Disposal was the trash and recycling service provider that
won the preferred provider designation due to the service and price proposal they
developed. The program and new trash service day zones are effective beginning
April 5 in Highlands Ranch. The program and zones are not applicable if you live
in a subassociation that provides these services as part of your assessment to the
subassociation. i hope you will join me in switching to pro Disposal for service at the
rate of $11.33 per month, which includes trash and free recycling. They do not charge
environmental fees or surcharges. Because pro Disposal set the bar at this price,
homeowners in Highlands Ranch will save more than $2 million annually (it stays right
in your pocket) and i hope you will support them. pro Disposal can be reached at
303-791-3827. Sign up today.
HrCa DireCTorS – The HrCa District Delegates re-elected laura Hopkins and
elected Scott lemmon and Greg Terry to the Board of Directors on March 16. i’d like
to welcome them to the HrCa Board. We are looking forward to working with them.
also, i would like to thank all of the candidates who ran for a director position. you
might imagine it takes courage to run for a position at the HrCa. our community would
certainly not be what it is today if we, homeowners, didn’t take an interest in the HrCa.
Dave MarTz anD paul MeyerS – a big thank you goes out to paul and Dave
for their service not only to the HrCa, but to Highlands ranch. These two gentlemen
have served you well in many capacities at the HrCa; committee members, district
delegates, and as directors. They have left their mark on Highlands ranch and we are a
better place to live, work, and play as a result of their involvement.
annual MeeTinG oF MeMBerS anD DiSTriCT DeleGaTeS – your District
Delegate is your neighborhood’s connection to the HrCa. Delegates play a very
important role in the governance of the HrCa and the betterment of our community.
if you live in an even-numbered District or unrepresented District, you will be receiving
a notice and proxy Card from the HrCa. Get involved; make sure to get to know
your delegate, learn about candidates, choose to run yourself, or support a neighbor
who is running. Delegates meet monthly as the recreation advisory Committee and
hear from state legislators, county commissioners, the sheriff, Metro District, and make
recommendations to the Board of Directors on a wide variety of issues. Delegates help
determine where our community goes from here. if you would like more information
about district delegates, please call 303-471-8802 or email [email protected].
Happy Spring!
COmmUNIT Y SERVICE DAYneiGHBorS HelpinG neiGHBorS
The Highlands ranch Community association is partnering
with Cherry Hills Community Church on a large scale
Highlands ranch community clean up day, Love In Action, on
April 25. The day will consist of well over 1,500 volunteers
going into the Highlands ranch community to help with
spring clean up projects such as picking up litter along major
arterial streets, work to spruce up over 100 homes, recycle
electronics at Town Center north, and beautify the recreation centers and schools.
volunteers will even help feed our firefighters and police.
We are looking for volunteers to help us. We anticipate volunteers working from
11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Several area restaurants will give our volunteers a discount
if they have participated in the day’s events, and are wearing their shirt when they
come in. it will be a great opportunity to give back to our community and encourage
our neighbors to reach out and help each other in times of need. Join us in helping
our neighborhood. More information can be found on our web site.
hOA NEWSiMproveMenT SuBMiTTal proCeSS
We are just beginning to think about spring, but before
you know it, it will be summer. remember that all exterior
improvements to your home must be submitted for
approval through the architectural Committee. For guideline
information, submittal forms, and submittal requirements
please visit HrCaonline.org. The architectural Committee
meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month. in an
effort to handle the high volume of submittals the architectural Department receives,
submittals will need to be in our office no later than noon the Friday before each
meeting. The Committee has 30 days in which to review each submittal, so plan ahead
and be sure to submit prior beginning your project.
volunTeer openinG on THe arCHiTeCTural CoMMiTTee
The architectural Committee is looking for an interested volunteer. The Committee
consists of five members and is responsible for reviewing and approving residential
improvements as well as working to resolve covenant noncompliance issues. The
Committee meets twice a month, on the first and third Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. Members
are asked to perform periodic site reviews between meetings. if you are interested in
serving, please send a letter of interest along with a resume to HRCA, 9568 University
Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80126, fax it to 303-791-6705, or drop it off at the
administration offices in the recreation Center at eastridge.
board motionsDuring the annual Meeting of Delegates, the following actions occurred:
The Delegates elected the following persons to serve two-year terms as Directors: Laura Hopkins, Scott lemmon, and Gregory Terry.
We wish to thank all candidates that chose to run for the Board of Directors: Weylan Bryant, Michael Flower, William Good, Matthew lauer, James Livingston, David Martz, Shon Payne, and Kimberle rupert.
At the March 16, 2010 Board of Directors meeting, the Board took the following actions:
accepted the comments of the Development review Committee from their March 3 meeting.
adopted proposed Guideline amendments to the Residential Improvement Guidelines (RIGs).
adopted the following motions as recommended by the architectural Committee.
1 property for failure to paint the exterior of the home
1 property for failure to remove a commercial vehicle
2 properties for failure to comply with trash can storage
2 properties for failure to remove unsightly materials
4 properties for failure to maintain the property
3 properties for failure to remove an inoperable vehicle
1 property for failure to remove debris and/or trash
approved Saddleup! FoundationTM as the recipient of the Taste of Highlands ranch silent auction.
Accepted the Year Ended December 31, 2009 audited Financial Statements as recommended by the Finance Committee.
Accepted the January 31, 2010 Financial Statements as recommended by the Finance Committee.
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Hrca VoluNteer of tHe MoNtH
lee Spieker – lee began
working with the HrCa
Triathlon program last
summer and currently assists
with the unified basketball
team. lee has been a
Special olympics volunteer
in Denver, littleton, and
now Highlands ranch for over 15 years. lee says, “The
athletes inspire me. They compete for the challenge
and the pure spirit of the game. it gives me great joy to
be a part of their lives and to have them in mine.” lee
has lived in the Denver area for over 30 years, and is
originally from South Dakota. Thank you, lee, for your
commitment to the youth of Highlands ranch!
Creating videos, submitting
nomination forms, a rally, a media
blitz, a community application,
volunteer team meetings, a video
contest, and info meetings have
happened and now we wait and
hope Google will select Highlands
The 9 Health Fair promotes
health awareness and encourages
individuals to assume responsibility
for their own health. The annual
9Health Fair offers free or low-cost
medical screenings. each year the
Highlands ranch fair is coordinated
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volunTeerishowcasedelegate of the month
Joe niemeyer – Joe has
been an HrCa delegate
for District 17 for five years
and has served on several
HrCa special committees.
Joe says, “In my 26-year Air
Force career i was always
temporary in any community.
i try to be heavily involved here, because for the first time
in my life, i can! My family and i love Highlands ranch and
participate in as many concerts and community events as
possible.” Joe loves walking in the big northridge open
space with his dog. He enjoys the many well-maintained
trails, stream, varied vegetation, and wildlife. our
appreciation goes to Joe for his service to the community!
h i g h l a n d s r a n c h b i d F o r g o o g l e
9 h e a lt h F a i r – o w n y o u r h e a lt h
ranch as a community to test their ultra-high speed
in-home network. our Highlands ranch leaders and
organizations came together to submit an application
for Google’s new high-speed fiber project.
To see the community excitement around this project
go to HrCaonline.org/Googlicious.
by the Highlands ranch lions Club and hosted by the
HrCa. please check the web site at HrCaonline.org/
events for screening details and costs. used eyeglasses
will be collected by the Highlands ranch lions Club.
Questions should be directed to 303-791-0099 or email
[email protected]. Saturday, April 17 • 7:00 a.m. – Noon •
Eastridge • Most screenings are free.
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e a s t e r e G G H u N t
Bring your easter basket to collect all the goodies,
meet the easter Bunny and more. The hunt is held at
10 a.m. SHARP with children separated by age groups.
The hunt is Free to members. program Guests must
pre-register! parking is limited – be sure to arrive early!
The easter Bunny comes rain, snow, or shine!
Saturday, April 3 • 10:00 a.m. Sharp! • Northridge
Park • Members Free; Program Guests $5
upCoMinGievents
H e a l t H B e N e f i t s o f c H o c o l a t e t a s t i N G
Did you know chocolate is healthy?
Julie pech, the Chocolate Therapist,
and the Highlands ranch Community
association are joining together
for a one-hour presentation on the
health benefits of chocolate! Julie has
appeared on national radio shows,
local Tv and talk shows, travels as an
international guest speaker, teaches
classes at Colorado Free university,
and has been featured in numerous
national publications.
each participant will enjoy premium
chocolate tastings and hot tea in
addition to taking home some
“chocolate for later.”
Gather your friends for an evening of
educational fun!
Thursday, April 8 • 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
• Eastridge, Community Room • $17
Member, $20 Guest, $20 day of the
event, if not sold out • Must be 16+
to attend
Please check the web site for the most current event information and prices.
• HRCA Heritage/Adventure Run 5K/10K – Saturday, April 10, 8:30 a.m. Red-Tail
park, Highlands ranch. This event benefits the Mile High pow Wow association. visit
highlandsranchrunseries.com for details.
• Hooked on Fishing – Saturday, May 1, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. or 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., $9
Member, $11 Guest; ages 6-11 years. everything is included and you get to keep the pole!
Class will be conducted by the Division of Wildlife at redstone park pond.
• Taste of Highlands Ranch – Friday, May 7, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. $25 Member, $30 Guest,
Everyone pays $30 the day of the event if not sold out. Enjoy all the food and beverage
you care to have while supporting the chosen local charity, Saddleup! FoundationTM.
V o l u N t e e r f a i r
This is an opportunity for nonprofit organizations to
showcase their volunteer needs and for residents to
learn about volunteer opportunities – all under one
roof. Find a service organization to volunteer for
at the Volunteer Fair. Nonprofit organizations that
would like to be part of this event may email vmiller@
hrcaonline.org for more information. volunteer and
make a difference in your community.
Wednesday, April 21 • 4:00 – 7:30 p.m. • Southridge • Free to attendees and
nonprofit organizations.
N E W ! E L I T E S P R I N G B OA R D D I V I N G The Mile High Dive Club (MHDC) is Colorado’s top ranked
olympic style diving club. HrCa and MHDC have teamed up
to offer this new program offering training for participants ages
13 and older who want to improve on their fundamentals.
This program provides training during the off-season for high
school participants.
Divers learn how to do tuck dives and somersaults in the four diving directions as well as
the correct technique to maximize scores and avoid injury. Classes are offered Monday and
Wednesday evenings at northridge. To register or for more information, visit HrCaonline.
org, call 303-471-8935, or email [email protected].
T R Y YO U T h RU G B Y L E AG U E Ranch Rugby is partnering with the HRCA to bring this fun league to kids ages 7-15 who
are interested in learning rugby. Teams are coed for ages 11 and under. Ages 12 and up
compete as separate boys or girls teams. Games are on Saturdays.
h R C A / S O C C E R S h O T S C A m P SSoccer Shots is a national soccer program that teaches
children ages 3-6 the basic skills of soccer and places a high
emphasis on character development. Whether your child
wants something to do during off-track or just needs to burn
off some energy, this program is perfect for your little soccer
player. all camps are indoors at the Westridge turf.
YO U N G AT h L E T E S S P O R T S C A m PCome spend spring break with us at sports camp. This program offers a great opportunity
for kids ages 7-12 to explore a wide variety of outdoor sports and other fun school yard
games. Sports Camp is at the Westridge turf.
K I N D E R B A S E B A L LKids ages 3-5 will develop basic baseball skills through various
drills in an organized setting. A 20-minute scrimmage takes
place at the end of the session. parent participation is required.
T-shirt is included. Kinder Baseball is at the Westridge turf.
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M a s s a G e t H e r a P y
New pricing options!
Consider treating yourself to a
Swedish or deep tissue/sports
massage today! Call Certified
Massage Therapist, angie Salas at
720-219-4958 for 30 minute or 60
minute packages. Massage Therapy
makes a great gift and all ages are
welcome!
f i t N e s s a d V e N t u r e
s e r i e s : J a c K a l o P e
c o u r s e
Mark your calendar for April 17 and
join “animal Fitness” for an outdoor
fitness adventure! The course map
can be viewed at HrCaonline.org/
personaltraining. The adventure
starts at 11:00 a.m. at the Mountain
vista High School at the rear main
parking lot. plan for a one to two-
hour workout that will have you
hiking, running, lunging, lifting, and
challenging yourself. ages 13 and up
are welcome. register online or call
303-471-7048.
reCreaTionisports & fitness
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V e r y V e g e t a r i a n This month our cooking instructor will be covering the basics
of creating a nutritious and well-rounded vegetarian meal that
the whole family can enjoy. Sign up with a friend and you’ll
receive 20% off of the second enrollment. This is a great
opportunity to spend an evening away from the house and
learn some new techniques that
will make meal time a treasure.
For more information, please call
303-471-8853.
b u g g i n o u t !april is the perfect time to
encourage your child to explore
the spring season! as flowers
begin to bloom, buds form on
trees, and crickets begin to sing
in the evenings, get your child
excited about these changes!
enroll your two to six year old in our spring classes. From Lady
Bugs on april 6 to Bunny Crossing on April 20, your child will
have a blast! With Easter Essentials and Spring Fling classes on
Thursdays, there is a class every day of the week to give your
child the chance to explore and learn about the season. For
more information please refer to the Activity Guide, pages 31-33
or call 303-471-8818.
Join us Saturday, April 10, noon – 3:00 p.m. at the Eastridge
Gym for bouncers, music, hot dogs, and more! This is a great
event to help you decide the best place for your kids to spend
the summer. Many parents are facing the challenge of finding a
whole summer’s worth of activities as schools in Douglas County
change to traditional or modified schedules. This april the
HrCa is providing you an opportunity to meet with teachers of
our programs, gather information, and make the best decisions
that meet your family’s needs. While you discuss programs
with teachers, your kids can enjoy projects and activities at
each booth, jump in the bouncer,
have lunch, and see first hand the
types of things they could do this
summer. Jump start your planning
by joining us on April 10. You
won’t want to miss the discount
coupons and giveaways that will be
available for use only on the day of
the event. For more information, please call 303-471-8880.
F r e e K i d s ’ s u m m e r e x p o
nothing speaks of your
individuality and creativity like
wearing a piece of jewelry that you
designed and made yourself. learn
the basic metalsmithing techniques
in this brand-new weekend
workshop with an internationally-
known award-winning artist who
has been teaching metal classes and workshops for over 20
years. never tried working with metals? This is a great workshop
for beginners as well as those who have had some experience.
you don’t need any artistic talent, just a passion for learning.
you will learn fabrication techniques and leave with several
new pieces of sterling silver and copper jewelry. For more
information please call 303-471-8853.
t r y y o u r h a n d a t m e t a l s m i t h i n g
eDuCaTioniyouth & adult
9568 University BoulevardHighlands Ranch, CO 80126303-791-2500
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facility closures
April 5-10 - southridge, closed for annual Maintenance
April 16 - eastridge Basketball courts, 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.,
closed for 9Health fair setup
April 17 - eastridge Basketball courts & track, all day,
closed for 9Health fair
April 23 - eastridge Basketball courts & track, 7:00 a.m. -
10:00 p.m., closed for Home improvement expo setup
April 24-25 - eastridge Basketball courts & track, all day,
closed for Home improvement expo
April 26-May 1 - Westridge, closed for annual Maintenance
april 3 easter egg Hunt
april 8 Health Benefits of chocolate tasting
april 10 Hrca Heritage/adventure run 5K/10K
april 10 Kids’ summer expo
april 12 Board Working session* 6:00 p.m.
april 17 9Health fair
April 20 RAC & Board Meeting* 6:30 p.m. (Recreation Advisory Committee -
monthly meeting of Delegates)
april 21 Volunteer fair
* These meetings are at Eastridge and open to our members.
april|events For event details, see page 5 or visit HRCAonline.org
Highlands Ranch Community Association’s ability to bring cultural events to Highlands Ranch is made possible in part by our Community Partners and
the Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association (CAA) and the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD).
community partners