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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

board2010 HRCA ELECTIONS BEGIN

Your voice can be heard and you

can make a difference by getting

involved in our community. The

HRCA has elections each year for

Board of Directors and District

Delegates.

Directors are elected by District

Delegates in March at the Annual

Meeting of Delegates, and serve

staggered two-year terms. This year

there are three board positions

available.

Delegates are elected by their

district constituents in April to serve

individual neighborhoods in the

Ranch. Find out more by going to

the web site at HRCAonline.org/

elections.

The hrca and Pro Disposal announce a new preferred-provider trash & recycling program

for highlands ranch. The new program will begin april 5, 2010.

•Savesmoney-just$11.33permonth

•Includesfreesinglestreamrecycling

•Includesoptional96-galloncontainer(depositrequired)

•Nocontractstosign

•Nofuelsurchargesorenvironmentalfees

•Helpsourenvironmentandissaferforourcommunity

for more detailed information, check our web site at hrcaonline.org/trash.

TosignupcontactPRODisposalat303-791-3827.

DelegatesWHOISmyDelegaTe?WHeReDOIfINDTHemaNDWHaTDOTHeyDO?

highlands ranch is divided into neighborhood “districts”. each district has an elected

“delegate”. This delegate is your voice for community and association matters. Delegates

gather monthly, the third Tuesday of each month, for the recreation advisory committee

(RaC)ateastridge.DelegatesmakerecommendationstotheBoardofDirectorson

importantmattersthatimpactourcommunity.youcan(andshould)contactyour

delegate to keep up to date on what’s going on in the ranch. you can find your delegate

on the web site at hrcaonline.org/leadership.

New HRCa web siteCheckoutournewwebsite!Itisagreatresourcetofindinformationonprogramsand

services the hrca provides: community services, events, history of highlands ranch, and

timely topics of interest. check us out at hrcaonline.org.

New HRCa/PRo DisPosal tRasH & ReCyCliNg

elections

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is published monthly by the

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BoARD oF DiRECToRsrick Dinsmore 303-791-2411laura Hopkins 303-346-0603todd landgrave 303-470-8765David J. Martz 303-683-9524Paul Meyers 303-791-7868

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.

PRefeRReDPROvIDeRTRaSHaNDReCyClINg

SeRvICeSPROgRam - The hrca has entered into an

exciting new agreement with PrO Disposal as the Preferred

Provider of trash and recycling services in highlands ranch. This is a voluntary opt-

in program that will ultimately save you money. for the guaranteed price of $11.33

per month with no surcharges or environmental fees, you will receive trash removal

and single stream recycling services at your home. Please note that if you live in a

subassociation that has trash service provided through your subassociation assessment,

this program is not available to you. The pricing for the program goes into effect on

april 5, 2010. you can sign up at any time, but the price won’t be effective until that

date. each year the rate may change but only by a maximum that will be tied to a

ConsumerPriceIndex.Contactinformationforthisprogramislistedonthefrontof

this newsletter.

Trash Day Zones – highlands ranch will be split into five zones for trash and recycling

pick up days. as a result, your trash day may change from your current pickup day.

PrO Disposal and other trash service companies will be asked to pick up trash and

recyclables only on the specified day in each zone. The zone map is listed on our web

page, hrcaonline.org/trash,alongwithmanyotherfrequentlyaskedquestions.

Whatisthebenefittoourmembers?atpresent,manyhomeownerspayabout$20

permonthfortrashandrecyclingservices.Ifweassumethat20,000homessignup

forthisprogram,itcouldsavehomeownersover$2millionayear.Thatismoneythat

stays right in the pocket of homeowners in highlands ranch. additionally, this program

will reduce the number of days trash trucks will be in your neighborhood, provide

better aesthetics, reduce wear and tear on our roads, and reduce environmental

impacts. you may use your current containers, or schedule with PrO Disposal for a

96-gallontoterforbothtrashandrecyclables.

WhatisthebenefittotheHRCa?PRODisposalwillbeprovidingfreetrashand

recycling services at our recreation centers and for community events sponsored by

the hrca. each month the hrca will receive a report that includes customer service

reports, the tonnage of trash, recyclable materials, etc.

We encourage you to check your most recent trash and recycling invoice to see if this

new preferred provider program will work for you and save your household money.

contact PrO Disposal today and be ready to save.

happy Valentine’s Day!

FYi | QuaRTeRlyaSSeSSmeNTSfirstQuarterassessmentsof$125.00weredueJanuary2010!Pleasevisitourwebsitefor

directdebitinformation.Ifyouhavequestionsregardingyouraccountcall303-791-8958.

board motionsattheJanuary19,2010BoardofDirectors meeting, the board took the following actions:

accepted the comments from the January6DevelopmentReviewcommittee meeting

adopted the following motions as recommended by the architectural committee

1 property for failure to remove a commercial vehicle

1 property for failure to paint the exterior of the home

1 property for failure to remove an inoperable vehicle

1 property for failure to comply with trash pickup guidelines

approvedamotiontoexpend$1,055to include Delegates’ name, email, and phonenumberifrequestedonthequarterlyassessmentmailing

acceptedtheNovember2009financialStatementsasrecommendedby the finance committee

adopt resolution 10-01-01 approving theReserveStudyPolicy

approved the contract with Pro Disposal as the hrca Preferred Provider for the Voluntary Opt-InTrashCollectionandRecyclingProgram

approvedtheSilvermesaHomeownersassociation,Inc.managementagreement

adopted resolution 10-01-02 to callaSpecialmeetingofDelegateson february 2, 2010 to remove aDirector(RichardDinsmore),pursuanttoSection7.6oftheBylawsof the highlands ranch community association,Inc.andtoelectasuccessor to fill the vacancy created

H r c a o n l i n e . o r g 3

BOARD CORNERBy Laura Hopkins, Board of Directors

When you think of great communities around the world, they

all have one thing in common, great people. Thanks to all of our

dedicated volunteers, we can say highlands ranch is one of the

best communities in the nation.

OneoftheHRCa’sBoard’sstrategicobjectivesistoprovideleadershipthatrepresents

the best interests of our community, now and in the future.

leadership is extraordinary, yet ordinary. It’s about eachoneof us, everyday,making

a difference - by defining what we value and believe in, and sharing that with others -

inspiring the achievement of our mission.

Justlastyear,wecompletedtheconveyanceoftheBackcountry,withoverfivemilesof

newtrails,whichintotalgivesusjustover11milesofprivateHRCatrails.Weopened

thenewsyntheticturfatWestridgeandtheIceRinkatTownCenter,andintroduced

exciting new programming for these new amenities. We strengthened our focus on the

environment by implementing facility-wide environmental initiatives and met cost savings

initiatives as well as sustainability goals.

In2010, theHRCawillcontinueto identifyandpursuecostsavingprogramssuchas

thenewopt-in(optional)trashcollectionandrecyclingprogrambeginningapril5.We’ll

continue to strengthen our relationships with community organizations and stakeholders,

and continue to offer first class recreational amenities, events, and recreational and

educational programming.

TheBoardofDirectorsisreviewingtheirStrategicObjectivesfor2010,lookforupdates

on the hrca web site.

HOA NEWSHOlIDaylIgHTS Once the holidays are over, lights and decorations lose

their festive appeal. Please remember that all holiday

displaysmustberemovedwithin30daysafterthe

holiday. at this time all those great holiday decorations

should be taken down. homeowners who still have

holiday decorations up will be sent notices that they

are in noncompliance. SPeCIalmeeTINgOfDelegaTeS february2,6:30p.m.attheRecreationCenterateastridge.Checkthewebsiteat

hrcaonline.org for more information.

enter now for the 11th

annualRacquetforthe

cure Tournament february

5-6attheRecreation

CenteratNorthridge.visit

RacquetfortheCure.comfor

more information.

Wehavejustcompletedthe

third week of work on the

Southridgeremediationproject.

The compaction grouting portion

oftheprojecttostabilizethe

pools is now complete. Damaged

concrete pool decks have been

hrc a volunteerS of the month

SheilaByrnes–for over five

years,Sheilahasvolunteered

over 100 hours for a variety

of hrca community and

specialevents.Shesaysthat

“InThePink”andthefourth

ofJulyParadearesomeof

herfavoriteevents.Sheila’s

dedication to volunteering comes from her parents who

instilled a sense of community responsibility and spirit.

Sheila’sfavoriteplacesinHighlandsRanchareherhomeand

church.Shealsoenjoysthemanywalkwaysandtrails.many

thankstoSheilaforhercontributiontotheHighlandsRanch

community!

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vOluNTeeRIshowcasedelegate of the month

Karen huschka – Karen

has served the highlands

ranch community as a

delegateforDistrict69

forovertwoyears.She

originally decided to

volunteer because her

neighborhood district

did not have representation. Karen says that once she

startedserving,shereallyenjoyedtheterrificpeople

she gets to work with. Karen’s favorite things about

highlands ranch are the views from Daniel’s Park and

the activities and community of Town center. Thank

you, Karen, for your willingness to serve!

11th Annual rAcquet for

the cure 2010The 11th Annual Racquet for the Cure

Tournament kicks off with a Mixed Doubles Benefit on Friday evening.

Saturday, all-day Women’s Team play will offer competition for all levels, plus prize drawings and a great party that evening!

Our expanded Men’s Shootout will be used for Men’s Singles and Doubles play

on Saturday.

Mixed and Men’s entries will be limited, so enter early!

Friday &Saturday,

February 5–6Recreation Center at Northridge

2010

For more information: RacquetfortheCure.com

There is a lot happening in your

community! Keep on top of it by

signing up for our timely eblast

“meanwhileBackattheRanch.”

lookforthee-melogoonthe

home page of the web site, click

and sign up today!

m e a N w H i l e b a C k @ t H e R a N C H

s o u t H R i D g e P o o l D e C k P R o j e C t u P D a t e

R a C Q u e t F o R t H e C u R e 2 0 1 0

removed. The next step is to level the pool gutters and

remove tile where necessary in preparation for re-pouring

newpooldecks.Theprojectismovingalongonschedule,

to be completed within the anticipated 12 weeks.

H r c a o n l i n e . o r g 5

s W e e t H e a r t t e D D y B e a r t e a

This special Valentine’s Day Teddy bear Tea party has all the trimmings that are sure to delight your littleone!Sitdownandrelaxwhileyouareservedyummy treats and drinks. after the tea you will enjoyakid’sshow,andeachchildreceivesasmallstuffed bear! Don’t forget to bring your camera! children must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Sunday,february14•TeaTime:2:00–2:45p.m.,ShowTime:2:45–3:30p.m.•SouthridgeRecreationCenter•$11member,$15guest,$15dayofevent,ifnotsoldout•Nochildrenunder2please

uPCOmINgIevents

c H i N e s e N e W y e a r celebrate the year of the Tiger! The highlands ranch cultural affairs association is again partnering with greatWallChineseacademytocelebratetheChineseNewyear.The program features exciting chinese dragon and lion dances, beautiful chinese folk dances, amazing chinese martial art - Kung fu, and well-prepared choral and instrumental performances. all performers are talented school-age individuals.learnmoreaboutthisrich culture by experiencing the traditionsofChineseNewyear.allchildren will receive a red envelope, the traditional means of giving a blessing to the younger generation intheChineseNewyear.aCulturalfair and Taste of china will also be onhandfrom3:00–5:30p.m.

you may register in advance at any HRCarecreationcenter,call303-471-8859,orpayatthedoor,ifnotsold out.

Saturday,february13•4:00–5:00p.m.•SouthridgeRecreationCenter•$7member,$10Programguestinadvance,everyonepays$10atthedoor,ifnotsoldout•ages2and under are free and must sit on a parent’s lap

Please check the web site for the most current event information and prices.

• Father/Daughter Ball –friday,february5,6:30–8:30p.m.orSaturday,february6,1:30–

3:30p.m.or6:30–8:30p.m.$25members,$33guests($33thedayofevent,Ifnotsoldout.)

enjoyanenchantedeveningwithyourlittlesweetheartattheHighlandsRanchmansion.

• HRCA Super Bowl 5K – Sunday,february7,8:30a.m.,$25pre-race,$40raceday

ComejoinustocelebratetheSuperBowlandtokickoffthe2010RunSeries!

• Taste of Highlands Ranch Beneficiary Deadline – friday,february26,5:00p.m.

Don’t miss the opportunity to have your non-profit to be chosen as the beneficiary of

HighlandsRanch’spremierevent!Downloadanapplicationfromourwebsite.Ifyouhave

questions,pleasecontactjhennings@hrcaonline.org.

s c o t c H t a s t i N G – N e W e v e N t !

JoinusforaneveningofScotchappreciation.learnhowScotchismade,howagingisdone,andmuch,much more. This is your chance to learn how to enjoythisdelectablespirit,makeinformeddecisionswhen ordering in a bar, and how to purchase to enjoyathome.Registerforoneoftwoclassroomsessions to learn from a professional from highlands WineSeller.Wewillalsoenjoydeliciousappetizers.

youmayregisterinadvanceatanyHRCarecreationcenter,call303-471-8859,or pay at the door, if not sold out.

Saturday,february27•5:30–6:30p.m.or7:00–8:00p.m.•eastridgeRecreationCenter•$17member,$20Programguest,everyonepays$20thedayoftheeventifnotsoldout•mustbe21+toattend

S N O R K E L / S C U B A X P L O R ETwo-hourssessionsaretaughtbycertifiedSSIScubaInstructorsinasafepoolenvironment.

ToregistervisitHRCaonline.org.formoreinformationcall303-471-8935oremaildball@

hrcaonline.org.

R E D C R O S S C P R & F i R S T A i DlearnadultCPRandfirstaidskillsthatwilllastalifetimeandpossiblyhelpsavealife.

visitHRCaonline.orgorcontactlosborne@hrcaonline.orgor303-471-8867formore

information.

O F F - T R A C K C A m P SyOuNgaTHleTeSSPORTSCamP

Spendpartofyouroff-tracktimeatSportsCamp.This

program,forages7–12,offerstheperfectopportunityto

explore a wide variety of outdoor sports and other fun

school yard games. camp is at the recreation center at

Westridge indoor turf.

BaSKeTBallCamP

learnanddevelopbasicfundamentalsthroughteachingprogressions,drills,contests,and

games. This is a great way to learn basketball and stay active during break. camp is held at

theRecreationCenterateastridge.(ages8-13)

K i N D E R F O O T B A L L Thisprogramintroducesthegameoffootballto3-5yearoldsinanorganizedsettingwith

basicskilldevelopment.Participantswilllearnskillsthroughdifferentdrillsthefirst40minutes

witha20-minutescrimmageattheendofthesession.Parentparticipationisrequiredand

shirt is included. The class is held at the recreation center at Westridge indoor turf.

W A R R i O R S / H R C A Y O U T H C O - E D T U R F F L A G F O O T B A L L L E A G U E

TheHRCahaspartneredwiththeayltoprovideafun

wayforkidsages5–12todevelopfootballskills.gamesare

playedonSundayafternoonsattheRecreationCenterat

Westridge indoor turf. Practices are once a week. for more

informationpleaseemailkfox@hrcaonline.org.

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faMilies eNcouraGeD to ParticiPate iN Martial artsall HRCa martial arts classes now

offer sections and times for parents

to attend classes for free with their

children. look to gain knowledge

in Judo, Tae Kwon Do and Kenpo

Karate. classes are available mornings,

afternoons,andSaturdays. formore

information, please call the fitness

Coordinatorat303-471-7048.

sPecialty yoGa classes at WestriDGeautoimmune yoga and yoga for

functionandmobilityareforthose

who need a smaller class size and

personalized attention. autoimmune

yogawillhelpthosewithmS,

lupus,andarthritis.functionand

mobilityyogaisachairclassthat

will restore range of motion for

those returning to exercise. both

classes are wheelchair accessible.

Pleasecall303-471-7048formore

information.

ReCReaTIONIsports & fitness

H r c a o n l i n e . o r g 7

P R o m D a t e m e s s – s P R i N g D R a m a P R o g R a m sKidStage,anationalafter-school

drama program, is beginning their

spring shows. Prom Date Mess,

forchildrenages9–12,isan

hysterical rendition of the typical

Prom scene. The Infamous Shoe

Gang,forchildrenages6–8,is

a classic and will give your child a chance to learn important

skills related to public speaking, communicating effectively, and

developing self-confidence. Crafty Acting for Tiny Ones could be

justtheticketforintroducingyour4–5yearoldtothefunof

acting while they develop self-regulation and social skills through

play, story telling, and time on the stage. for more information

onthesepopularprograms,pleasecall303-471-8853.

H e a R t s t o y o u !as Valentine’s Day approaches, bring your toddler to Kreative

Kids,It’saSmallWorld,orChild’sPlayWorkshopsandletthem

enjoymakingavalentine’sDaycrafttosendtograndma.for

moreinformationcall303-471-8818.

Ifyouaretheparentofapreschooler,nowisthetimetobegin

planning for the 2010-2011 school year. With programs for 2 ½

– 5 year olds, our Preschool and Pre-K programs are designed

to assist children in their fine and gross motor skills, social skills,

letter recognition, problem solving, reading readiness, number

concepts, and handwriting using the handwriting Without

Tears program. These building blocks prepare your child for

Kindergarten and set them up for future academic success.

based on a play environment, our carefully-selected teachers

are warm, caring, and skillful at supporting your child through

these early stages of growth and

development. Preschool and Pre

KregistrationisSaturday,february

6from9:00–11:00a.m.atthe

recreation center at eastridge

for both eastridge and Westridge

Preschool. We will assist you in

finding the right class and dynamics

for setting your child up for success. for more information

pleasecall303-471-8881.

P R e s C H o o l R e g i s t R a t i o N b e g i N s F e b R u a R y 6

InSeptember2010,wewillintroduceafull-timechildcare

option for your preschooler. at Preschool registration on

february6,wewillhelpyouselecttherightpreschoolorPre

K class that, when paired with our enrichment program, gives

you full-day care for your child. Options include two full days,

three full days or five full days. enrichment will include swim

lessons, pottery, art, music, gardening, nap time, lunch time,

and reading time. Please see the

activityguide(page39)orjoin

us at Preschool registration for

moredetailedinformation.Ifyou

havefurtherquestionspleasecall

303-471-8881.

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facility closures February 7 – Northridge closed at 6:00 p.m.eastridge, Westridge and southridge closed at 9:00 p.m.

february 2 special Meeting of Delegates* at eastridge, 6:30 p.m.

february 5, 6 father/Daughter Ball

february 7 Hrca super Bowl 5K

february 8 Board Working session* at eastridge, 6:00 p.m.

february 11 Winter cultural series – Grupo tlaloc aztec Dancers

february|events For event details, see pages 4 & 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 partnersPreferred provider

february 13 showtime at southridge – chinese New year

february 14 sweetheart teddy Bear tea

February 16 RAC & Board Meeting* at Eastridge, 6:30 p.m. (Recreation Advisory Committee - monthly meeting of Delegates)

february 25 Winter cultural series – arvada center Dance academy Ballet

february 27 scotch tasting

Got sKates? nEw iCE Rink pRogRAMs

little Hawks learn-to-skate are eight-

week programs available on weekdays

and weekends starting february 15.

Visit hrcaonline.org/ice for more

information.

* These meetings are open to our members.