2 0 1 3 H R C A E L E C T I O N S B E G I Nyour voice can be heard and you can make a difference by getting involved in our community. The

HrCa has elections each year for Directors and District Delegates.

Directors are elected by District Delegates in March at the annual Meeting of Delegates and serve

staggered two-year terms. There are five Director positions, two of which are up for election.

Deadline for board Candidate applications is January 31.

Delegates are elected by their district constituents in april. This year we will hold elections in odd-

numbered and vacant districts. Find out more by going to the web site at www.HrCaonline.org/

leadership.

w H O I S m y d E L E G AT E ?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 Delegate Meeting at eastridge. Delegates make

recommendations to the board of Directors on important matters that impact our community.

you can (and should) contact your delegate to keep up to date on what’s going on in the

ranch. you can find your delegate on the map at www.HrCaonline.org/Districtmap.

S C H O L A R S H I p S AvA I L A B L E The Highlands ranch Community Scholarship Fund provides $1000 scholarships for graduating

seniors residing in Highlands ranch or attending a Highlands ranch high school. Now is the time

to apply—the deadline for submittal is Friday, March 1st. Visit www.HrCaonline.org/hrcsf for

more information and to download an application.

C A L L I N G A L L N O N p R O f I T S

We are seeking a beneficiary for the HrCa’s silent auction at The Taste of Highlands ranch in May.

applications may be downloaded at www.HrCaonline.org/vendors or pick one up at any HrCa

recreation Center. application deadline is March 1.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORSchristina caputo 303-471-0867scott lemmon 303-346-1412Brock Norris 720-344-7107Jeff suntken 303-346-0664 craig Ziesman 303-791-6557 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES

9568 university Blvd.

303-791-8958

RECREATION FACILITIES

303-791-2500

recreation center at Northridge

8801 Broadway

Facility Hours: M-th: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

F: 5:00 a.m. - 9:00 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.

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fyI | QuarTerly aSSeSSMeNTS

First Quarter assessment of $127 were due January 2013. Thank you to all

homeowners for your payments! Please visit www.HrCaonline.org for direct debit

information and paperless options. Should you have any questions regarding your

account or need to make an address change, please call 303-791-8958.

February is for sweethearts, so take a moment to hug a loved

one or go to a dance with your son or daughter and cherish

these moments for a lifetime. Time flies when we are all so busy

with our lives and we should always remember to slow down to enjoy those closest to us!

WHaT TO DO – There are plenty of events to attend this month. The HrCa web

site (www.HrCaonline.org) is one of your best resources for information about the

HrCa and Highlands ranch. The HrCa continues to provide and maintain programs

and facilities, for a low cost, to almost 100,000 people. We continue to strive to provide

better customer service by soliciting your input through many different mediums. I

personally review all of the suggestion cards that come into our facilities. These efforts

continue to make Highlands ranch one of the most desirous places in the entire united

States to live, work, and play!

WINTer SeaSON – We have some very cold temperatures of late and it is always a

good reminder to check the water piping to your home. In January, several line breaks

occurred due to frozen plumbing.

PlaNNINg SeSSION – The board of Directors and I met for a half day in January to

discuss the direction they want to head this year and the next five years. Striving for better

and better service and facilities are among the top priorities. In the fall of 2012, the HrCa

conducted a survey of our residents to measure feelings and thoughts on how we are

doing as an organization and what you desire to see done in the backcountry Wilderness

area. The survey results can be found online on our web site under Community News.

Stay tuned in the future for more on this survey.

CONTraCTS – It is always a good practice for an organization to send contracts out to

bid. It is intended to keep vendors competitive and vested in our organization. Over the

last six months we have sent out major contracts that involved trash, legal, IT, and auditing

services. We are striving to review all of our contracts to better serve you and to keep

costs down.

enhancing properties values has

always been the mainstay of

the Community Improvements

Services division of the HrCa. In

2013, staff is projecting a 10%-

15% increase in the departments

activities throughout the year. The

services provided by the department are wide and varied

and truly parallel the needs of the community in both the

commercial and residential arenas. For your convenience and

reference, we want to provide a brief synopsis of the three

main components of the department and the community

improvement services we provide.

architecture Department – any and all improvements to the

exterior of a residential property

must have approval from the

architectural review Committee

(arC). This hardworking

volunteer committee is charged

with protecting the integrity of

the community by maintaining

the standards set forth in the Community Declaration.

additionally, the arC conducts an annual review of the

Residential Improvement Guidelines and proposes changes

as warranted to better enhance property values in a

consistent fashion. Our staff conducts an internal review

of plan submittals, an initial site inspection and apprises

the arC of their findings to assist in the approval process.

Subsequent inspections are made; ensuring that all approval

standards are upheld during the project implementation. In

2012, approximately 9,000 “Improvement Submittals” were

received and processed.

Commercial Department – Our staff coordinates the review

process for two committees that provide oversight of the

Commercial architecture review process as outlined in

the Community Declaration and Planned Development Guide.

The Development review Committee, (DrC), meets on a

monthly basis and reviews referral requests submitted by the

Douglas County Planning Department. The DrC formulates

comments for the HrCa board of Directors to review.

upon adoption, the comments are forwarded to Douglas

County for consideration in the County’s approval process.

generally, the referrals are proposed development plans

submitted by the developer and proposed amendments

to the Douglas County Planning Process. The Commercial

review Committee (CrC) reviews site improvement plans

and signage applications pursuant to the HrCa Commercial

guidelines.

Compliance Department – all properties in Highlands ranch,

both commercial and residential, are

subject to covenant enforcement

requirements outlined in the

Community Declaration. This

practice is paramount in enhancing

and preserving the property values

of all our residents. The results of

the recent community survey provide that covenant control

is high priority among residents. Our mission is to work with

all residents in ensuring compliance is maintained.

In 2013, our staff will be implementing practices that will

provide better customer service. Please remember, what we

do, we do for you! We are readily available to assist you with

any questions or concerns. Our office is located at eastridge

in the administrative Offices or we can be reached at 303-

471-8821 or email at covenant@hrcaonline.org.

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B O A R d u p d AT E S

The January board Meeting Motions are available at

www.HrCaonline.org.

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It may be cold outside, but believe it or not, it is already

time to register your kids for the backcountry Wilderness

area’s Wilderness adventure Camp. This summer we will

continue our partnership with The Wildlife experience

to offer one of the best outdoor youth camps in the

Metro area. as seen in uSa Today, “a back to nature

movement to reconnect children with the outdoors is burgeoning nationwide.”

Do not miss this opportunity. Camps will sell out. register before april 5 and

save $20.

We offer two full-day, week-long camps from June 10

- august 2. The Wilderness adventure Camp with The

Wildlife experience offers adventures for ages 8-12.

Campers will spend a half day in the backcountry and a half

day at The Wildlife experience. The backcountry Challenge

Camp offers more advanced lessons and adventures. Kids

ages 11-14 will spend the entire day in the backcountry. activities for both camps

include horseback riding, archery, hayrides, games, wildlife tracking and identification,

outdoor survival, fishing, and hiking.

For more information, visit www.HrCaonline.org/backcountry, call 303-471-8876

or email hope.marasco@hrcaonline.org.

R A C q u E T f O R T H E C u R EThe annual racquet for the Cure racquetball

benefit Tournament is February 8-9 at

Northridge. The tournament is a one-day,

women’s only competition preceded by a

mixed doubles kick-off fundraiser on Friday

evening. Men also compete in an off-site tournament on

Saturday and are invited to attend scheduled exhibitions, clinics, and challenge

fundraisers featuring pros and celebrities. For more information, visit www.

racquetForTheCure.com.

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S N O w R E m O vA L

We encourage you to do your part

to keep your neighborhood safe by

clearing all snow and ice from your

property's sidewalks, driveways, and

mailbox areas within 24 hours after

a snowfall. If you are going to be out

of town, be sure to arrange with

a neighbor or friend who can help

clear your sidewalks if a snow storm

occurs while you are gone.

The HrCa removes snow from its

own property, and Douglas County

is responsible for snow removal on

most public streets in Highlands

ranch. Trails and sidewalks along

major arterials or streets are the

responsibility of the Highlands

ranch Metro District.

For more information and to learn

more about what organization is

responsible for snow removal in

your neighborhood visit

www.HrCaonline.org and click on

Community News.

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uPCOMINgIevents

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

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

relax and enjoy a sweet start to your day with delicious

treats, pink lemonade for the little ones, and tea and

coffee for the adults at the Sweetheart Teddy bear Tea

Party. after the tea, sit back and be delighted with a

children’s dance performance. This is one “sweetheart”

of a deal and it's sure to be an afternoon to remember.

There is no better way to enjoy your special Valentine!

Saturday, February 16, 10:30 a.m. - noon. Southridge, $11 in advance, $15 day of

event if not sold out.

F a t H e r & D a u G H t e r s W e e t H e a r t B a l l

Daddies, treat your little lady to an afternoon of dancing

in a real mansion! The Father & Daughter Sweetheart ball

is a wonderful tradition for dads and little girls of all ages.

Included in the event are refreshments, food, dancing

to a DJ, a special gift, and a commemorative photo.

Carriage rides are available for an additional cost, weather

permitting. you’ll be able to tour the newly renovated mansion and create special

memories that will last a lifetime! Don’t forget your camera, you’ll want to take

lots of photos!

Saturday, February 2 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Highlands Ranch Mansion • $25 each

Friday and Saturday evening sessions are sold out.

• Winter Cultural Series - Thursday, February 7 & 14, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Cherry Hills

Community Church. Don't miss the last two performances of the series. The Cherry

Creek Chorale performs audience favorites from recent and upcoming concerts on

February 7. Central City Opera presents Love Notes, a musical reflection on the magic

of love on February 14. Tickets are $7 in advance, $10 the day of the performance.

You may now purchase tickets online using the Online Registration button!

s H o W t i M e a t

s o u t H r i D G e –

c H i N e s e N e W y e a r

Chinese New year is a time to

welcome longevity, wealth and

prosperity and to eliminate any

negative chi from the past.

Come enjoy traditional music,

exciting Chinese dragon and lion

dances, beautiful folk dances,

amazing Kung Fu demonstrations,

and a cultural fair.

all children will receive a red

envelope, while supplies last. The

giving of a red envelope is the

traditional means of giving a blessing

to the younger generation in the

Chinese New year.

Saturday, February 9, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

at Southridge

Cultural Fair: noon - 5:30 p.m.

Stage Performance: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

and 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

$7 in advance, $10 day of event if

not sold out. ages under 2 are free

on parent's lap.

ENROLL NOw fOR GROup SwIm LESSONSTake advantage of the off-season HrCa swim lesson program. Swimming is a great no-sweat

option for a healthy lifestyle and is great fun! Visit www.HrCaonline.org for more information

and register online so your family is ready to enjoy the water safely during the upcoming hot

summer months. For more information contact 303-471-8867 or losborne.hrcaonline.org.

wINTER yOuTH BASKETBALL The HrCa youth basketball leagues provide a perfect opportunity

for youth to participate in the sport they love. Our girls and boys

leagues range from 1st through 8th grade. Fall 2012 was the first

time that we split each program to accommodate more players.

With well over 1,200 youth participating annually, we could not

continue to expand our program without the split in seasons. Now

we are able to offer more convenient practice and game times. The girls season (October-

December) was successful as many participants welcomed the change in season. The boys

program (January-March) is shaping up to be another great winter season.

2012 TENNIS SEASON OvERvIEwThe HrCa Tennis Department is proud to be one of the largest tennis programs in the

Denver Metro area. With great staff and wonderful participants, we are able to run a variety

of events with outstanding participant numbers. below is a brief overview of our programs:

Spring Indoor Blocktime: 97 Groups • Inaugural Tennis League Lottery: 1537 participants

and 160 teams • Spring Free Event at Lebsack Tennis Center: 200 participants • 12th

Annual Adult Showdown Tournament: 141 participants • 12th Annual HRCA Junior

Showdown: 68 participants • Redstone Rally Junior Satellite Tournament: 121 Players •

HrCa Player Development Program for high school junior varsity and varsity athletes: 308

students • USTA CARA and Junior Tennis Program: 180 players

Join us! For more information, contact 303-471-8934.

THERApEuTIC REC SwEETHEART dANCEThe Therapeutic recreation Program for special needs will host the annual Sweetheart

Dance on Friday, February 22, 7:00 p.m. at Southridge. Participants ages 16 and up can look

forward to an evening of dancing, fun, food and prizes. For more information, contact

303-471-7043.

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N e W ! M o M M y & t o t

y o G a

For ages 1-4, this play-based class

focuses on learning yoga poses

through music, movement and games.

Parents and toddlers together will

develop strength and learn patience

while journeying from a toddler’s

natural high-energy mode to a calmer,

peaceful place. This four week class

is Mondays or Thursdays, 10:15 -

11:00 a.m. at Westridge. For further

information, call 303-471-7048.

Z u M B a t H o N P a r t y

H e a r t y !

Movin’ to live a heart-healthy life! Join

us for the Party Hearty Zumbathon

charity event benefiting the american

Heart association on Sunday,

February 10, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the

Northridge gym. There will also

be vendors and prizes. Tickets are

$15 and may be purchased at any

recreation center in advance or day of

the event. For further information, call

303-471-7048.

reCreaTIONIaquatics/sports/fitness

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H E L p y O u R C H I L d A C H I E v E I N S C H O O L

p R E S I d E N T ’ S d Ay H O L I d Ay C A m p S

The month of February brings a couple of classes that can help your

child succeed in school. On February 4, our Preschool and upper

Case Handwriting class for ages 3-5 years is 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. and

our Printing class for children ages 5-8 is 5:05 - 5:50 p.m. at

eastridge. These classes are taught in a small group setting by a

pediatric occupational therapist. Children learn auditory and visual

cues to make the formation of letters and numbers easier.

Consider enrolling your high school student in the aCT prep class

on Sundays, February 24 - March 17, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. in preparation

for the april 13 National aCT test. This class helps students learn

important strategies. Our National board certified teacher helps

students raise their scores by an average of 2-3 points.

For information on any of these classes, call 303-471-8818.

When your children are out of school on February 18 for the

President’s Day holiday, we have options to keep your child

engaged. Consider enrolling in the bash em bots with legO ®.

This camp is at eastridge, 9:00 a.m. - noon for children ages 6-8 and

1:00 - 4:00 p.m. for children ages 8-12. Or, if you need a full-day

option, the Southridge Day Camp is open from 6:30 a.m. - 6:00

p.m. Children will swim, do art and pottery projects, cooking and

other fun activities that will keep them busy. application forms are

at www.HrCaonline.org/daycamp. For more information call

303-471-8928.

If you have a 2-3 year old, now is the time to begin thinking about

Preschool. There are a wide range of benefits for enrolling your

child in a preschool program. at the age of 3-5 years, a child's

brain development is at its most rapid growth and this makes

it an increasingly important time to begin establishing those

foundational building blocks for future learning.

In our Preschool and enrichment program, children are given

opportunities to learn through play. Our intentional learning

activities help your child develop cognitive, linguistic, social-

emotional, and gross and fine motor skills that are critical to

development. Children are exposed to a variety of subjects and

through those themes they begin applying early science, math,

language and emotional development skills. With a dedicated

group of teachers and an enriching curriculum, we encourage you

to consider the HrCa Preschool program.

registration is Saturday, February 2, 9:00 -10:30 a.m. at eastridge.

Feel free to stop by and ask questions, meet the teachers, see

a classroom, and view a copy of our

curriculum. If you have questions before

registration, call the Preschool Director

at 303-471-8814. give your child a head

start and enroll in Preschool today!

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Help your children celebrate the month of

love by enrolling them in the Hearts and

Teddy bears class on Fridays, 9:15 - 10:30

a.m., Valentine Fun on February 5, your

Heart or Mine on February 19, or Puppy

love on February 26. all of these classes

are 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at eastridge.

For you and your friends, consider taking the Merlot and Monet

class on February 21, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Tuscan Vineyards is the

theme and you can enjoy exploring your creative side with a glass

of wine and good conversation. Or, try our Paint, Create, Imagine

with Canvas and Coffee on Saturday, February 2, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

at eastridge. Painting with a good cup of coffee and friends can be

the perfect way to spend a winter Saturday morning. On Valentine’s

day, consider bringing your loved one to a Corks and Forks class.

This makes a great date night activity while you learn how to

cook a specific menu and enjoy a glass of wine while learning! For

information on any of these classes, call 303-471-8928.

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Facility closuresFebruary 3 - all recreation centers close at 6:00 p.m.

for super Bowl sunday.

Check the web site for the most up-to-date closure information.

February 1-2 Father & Daughter sweetheart Ball

February 2 Preschool registration

February 7 Winter cultural series - Cherry Creek Chorale

February 8-9 racquet for the cure

February 9 showtime at southridge - Chinese New Year

February 11 Board Working session* 6:00 p.m.

February 14 Winter cultural series - Central City Opera

February 16 sweetheart teddy Bear tea

February 19 Delegate & Board Meeting* 6:30 p.m.

February 22 therapeutic recreation sweetheart Dance

* These meetings are open to our members. The HRCA’s ability to bring events to Highlands Ranch is made possible in part by our Community Partners, the Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association (CAA),

and the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD).

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