hrca|newsm a r c h 2 0 1 0

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

quarterlyYou will notice something new

on your quarterly statements.

Your District Delegate is listed

with their contact information.

Please keep your delegate’s

phone number handy so you can

contact them with issues and

concerns about our community.

RIGsProposed changes to the

Residential Improvement

Guidelines are posted on the

HRCA web site for review. Staff

will be asking the board to

consider the adoption of these

changes at the March 16 board

meeting. The new guidelines go

into effect April 5, 2010.

aNNUaL mEETING OF DELEGaTES (Election of Directors) - The annual

meeting of Delegates will be held on march 16 to elect three candidates to the Board of

Directors. There are 12 candidates running for the three open positions. The candidates are:

Weylan Bryant, John Ewing, michael Flower, William Good, Laura hopkins, matthew Lauer,

Scott Lemmon, James Livingston, David martz, Shon Payne, Kimberle rupert, and Gregory

Terry. You may read their bios on the web site.

aNNUaL mEETING OF mEmBErS - In even-numbered years members (property

owners) within even-numbered districts or vacant districts elect a District Delegate. 2010

elections will take place at the annual meeting of members on april 27, 6:00 p.m., at the

recreation center at Eastridge, community room. For more information about delegate

elections or to locate your delegate district, please visit hrcaonline.org, click on the General

Info tab and choose Leadership. If you are interested in running for a delegate position, please

call the hrca administrative Office at 303-471-8958.

A r e Y o u r e A d Y ?NEW TraSh/rEcYcLING PrOGram BEGINS SOON. . .

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

for highlands ranch. The new opt-in program begins april 5. It is designed to save residents

money - (just $11.33 per month), help our environment and is safer for our community.

Other benefits of the program include: free single stream recycling, optional 96-gallon

container (deposit required), no contracts to sign, no fuel surcharges or environmental fees.

The program divides the ranch into five service zones, for pick up monday - Friday. Your trash

will still be picked one day a week, but that day could change according to the zone map. For

more detailed information on the zones go to page three.

e L e C T I o N o F d I r e C T o r S & d e L e G A T e S

assessments

changes

2 m a r c h 2 0 1 0

GARY DEBUS cOmmUNITY maNaGErHrca|news

is published monthly by the

Highlands ranch community

association, inc.

Hrca|event weather line303-471-8888

BOARD OF DIRECTORSlaura Hopkins 303-346-0603todd landgrave 303-470-8765David J. Martz 303-683-9524Paul Meyers 303-791-7868 nick robinson 303-791-0840

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.

PrEFErrED PrOvIDEr TraSh ZONES - remember, the

date your trash is picked up may change on april 5, 2010. I

hope you’ll join me in supporting the hrca’s new Preferred

Provider, Pro Disposal. Their phone number is 303-791-3827. Get the best rate, free

recycling, and no surcharges or environmental fees.

NEIGhBOrhOOD cONcErNS - The hrca’s covenants don’t cover every issue

that may come up in your neighborhood. That being said however, the hrca

works with other agencies daily on a variety of issues where cooperation keeps our

neighborhoods safe and aesthetically pleasing. If you have a concern, suggestion, or

need advice about who does what, contact us. We will do our best to help get the

right information to the right people and make a difference in highlands ranch.

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.

Delegates represent the homeowners in their district and elect directors to serve on

the hrca Board. Delegates amend bylaws and have certain corporate authorities

over hrca matters as defined in the governing documents of the hrca. Delegates

are elected to serve two year terms (even numbered districts in even numbered years,

odd numbered districts in odd numbered years). Subassociations elect their own

delegate to represent them. If you live in an even numbered district or unrepresented

district, you will be receiving a Notice and Proxy card from the hrca soon. make

sure to get to know your delegate, learn about the candidates, choose to run yourself,

or support a neighbor. If you would like more information about District Delegates,

please call 303-471-8802 or email rcampbell@hrcaonline.org.

additionally, 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.

aL PELKOWSKI - Speaking of delegates, this month’s Delegate of the month is al

Pelkowski. al has served as a delegate for 20 years in highlands ranch and has had

a great impact on how our community looks and feels today. Thanks, al for serving

in a volunteer leadership position for the past 20 years. Because of your dedication,

highlands ranch is a great place to own property.

happy Spring!

HOA NEWSWith the arrival of warmer weather, most of us are anxious to get outside and enjoy our yards and sunshine. There are many ways we can help our homes and neighborhoods look their best as they “awake” for the coming summer. Take an inventory and make plans to get the necessary maintenance underway. Well-

maintained properties certainly enhance the neighborhood and property values.

a FEW SPrING SPrUcE UP TIPS....- aerate and fertilize your sod to help the grass green-up faster and watering efficient.

- clean out all planting beds of old dried plant material, debris, and trash.

- Prune your trees and bushes, especially those that may be blocking street signs or hanging over sidewalks.

- assess the paint on your home, and make plans for any repairs.

BEFOrE YOU BEGIN ThaT PrOJEcT... check with the covenant compliance department before you begin your home improvement project to have it approved before starting. The department has specific forms for paint, landscape, building additions, and general improvements. If you have any questions on the submittal process, call the covenant compliance Department at 303-471-8821. all covenant enforcement

guidelines are available on our web site at hrcaonline.org.

NEW TRASH zONES FOr hIGhLaNDS raNch

The new hrca Pro Disposal preferred-provider trash and recycling program begins april 5. This new opt-in has five trash pick up zones, each being a different day of the week. Everyone that lives in highlands ranch must adhere to the new trash zone schedule unless you live in a sub-association that currently provides trash service.

To find your trash zone go to the hrca web site at hrcaonline.org/Districtmap, enter your address on the map and it will show your delegate district and your new trash zone. To join the new program contact PrO Disposal at 303-791-3827.

For more detailed information on the new hrca/Pro Disposal Preferred provider Trash and recycling programs go to hrcaonline.org/trash.

board motionsat the February 16, 2010 Board of

Directors meeting, the Board took the

following actions:

accepted the comments from the

February 3 Development review

committee meeting

adopted the following motions as

recommended by the architectural

committee:

1 property for failure to remove a

commercial vehicle

2 properties for failure to paint the

exterior of the home

2 properties for failure to comply

with trash pickup guidelines

1 property for failure to remove

unsightly materials

3 properties for failure to maintain

their property

1 property for failure to comply with

the 72 hour recreational vehicle rule

1 property for failure to remove a

non-complying basketball goal

approved a motion to appoint Nick

robinson as board vice president

approved a motion to expend

$116,257.47 for cardio equipment for

the four recreation facilities

approved the remington Bluffs

Townhome association management

agreement and authorized the

community manager to execute the

agreement

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

MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY

ProDisposal, Inc303-791-3827

BURG

UNDY

RIDGELI

NE

TOWN CENTER DRIVE

MC AR THUR R ANC H R OAD

S. QU

EBEC

STRE

ET

MO

NAR

CH

BLVD

Lucent B lvd.

Luce

nt Bl

vd.

TOWN CENTER DRIVE

Blake Dr.

No. 112-A, 2nd.

No. 122-Z

107

107107

84

73

4041

80

9989

94 93

87 98

88109

96

7413

27

14 628

1622

24 21

2675

1

7

895

1115

202

3

10 5 174

9

6330

116

18

25

92

12

71

82

77

9723

76

101

90

100

102103108

106 104 105

85

86

78

83

79

50

51

7049

52

62

68

53

6064

69

65

91

66

61

107

110

81

111

112 111

113

113

114

114

115

114114

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

N

Hrca Volunteers of tHe MontH Kevin mullen and Paul murray –

Kevin and Paul have coached

hrca Boys Basketball for

several years. They enjoy

participating in their own sons’

sports experience, working

with youth in the community,

and find it rewarding to watch

the boys making progress. an added bonus has been the

wonderful friendships they’ve built over the years with

the kids and their families. In addition to coaching, Paul

enjoys participating in the highlands ranch run Series and

loves the open space trails. Kevin’s favorite thing about

highlands ranch is the Daniels Gate open space area and

the awesome views. Our thanks to Paul and Kevin for their

investment in the youth of highlands ranch!

Backcountry are open year around. For trail maps and more

information visit hrcaonline.org, call 303-471-8885 or

email mgiebel@hrcaonline.org.

Don’t forget to sign up for Backcountry programs. The

Turkey Gobbling vehicle Tours are coming in april and

may. We’ll take you deep into the Backcountry to get up

close and personal with the beautiful wild turkeys!

You know winter is winding

down and spring is just around

the corner when it is time for the

Wildcat mountain Trail System

to open once again. The Wildcat

mountain Trails re-open on

Saturday, march 27. The trails

have been closed for the winter

to allow the elk, deer and other wildlife to get through the

winter with minimal human disturbance.

The Wildcat mountain Trails are over five miles of natural

surface trails for highlands ranch residents. The trails are

perfect for wildlife watching, mountain biking, and trail running.

The hrca’s highlands Point Trail System, along with the

Douglas county East/West Trail that crosses through the

4 m a r c h 2 0 1 0

vOLUNTEErIshowcasedelegate of the moNth

al Pelkowski – al has

served the community

of highlands ranch

as a volunteer for

over 20 years. he has

served on numerous

committees, volunteered

at community events, and

is currently a Delegate for District 94. al believes it is

important to give back to the community. he takes pride

in knowing that over the years he has helped shape

highlands ranch into what it is today. al’s favorite place

in highlands ranch is his home. he appreciates having all

he needs right within walking distance and always enjoys

the spectacular views. Thank you, al! We appreciate

your many years of service!

b A C k C o u N T r Y o p e N I N G

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

f i s H i n G o n t H e f l y

The cutthroat chapter of Trout Unlimited is once

again teaming with the highlands ranch cultural affairs

association to bring fly-fishing instruction to the youth

of highlands ranch! Students will get an introduction to

the sport of fly-fishing with a series of four classroom

sessions and a half-day of actual fishing at a local lake.

Fishing equipment will be available for use during the

class. Space is extremely limited, so get your tickets

today by calling 303-471-8859 or dropping by any hrca recreation center.

Saturdays, March 13, 20, & 27 and April 10 & 17 • 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. • Eastridge

Recreation Center, Community Room • $25 Member, $30 Guests • Ages 11-14

UPcOmINGIevents

“ i n t H e P i n K ” f a s H i o n s H o W & c H a M P a G n e l u n c H e o n

Enjoy a decadent catered lunch with

“Pink” champagne while you enjoy

the latest in women’s fashions. Each

attendee will receive a complimentary

gift bag and two tickets for champagne.

New this year is a live auction of

several beautiful Pampered Passions’

gowns. Purchase a $5 auction paddle

and join in the fun! colorado cancer

coalition will sell $25 grab bags, valued

at $25, with the opportunity to win a

prize of an even higher-valued item.

(Looking for a volunteer auctioneer,

email vmiller@hrcaonline.org)

all proceeds benefit the two key

programs of the colorado cancer

coalition: The colorado Breast cancer

resource Directory and the Breast and

Women’s reproductive cancer Fund’s

projects focused on breast cancer.

call 303-471-8859 or visit any hrca

recreation facility to purchase tickets.

Saturday, March 20 • 11:00 a.m. – 1:00

p.m. • Southridge, Wildcat Mountain

Auditorium • $37 Member, $40 Guest •

Tickets must be purchased by 7:00 p.m.

on march 16 and will not be available

the day of the event. • Must be 21+.

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

• St. Patrick’s Day 5K – Saturday, march 20, 8:30 a.m. highlands ranch Town center South.

Get the whole family out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by participating in this 5K run/walk

and post-race St. Patty’s festival. Details at www.highlandsranchrunseries.com.

• Chocolate tasting – Thursday, april 8, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m., $17 member, $20 Guest, $20 for

everyone day of the event, if not sold out. Ages 14+. Julie Pech, the Chocolate Therapist,

will lead this class on the benefits of eating chocolate; delicious samples are included!

• Home improvement expo – Saturday & Sunday, april 24 and 25, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

caLLING aLL EXhIBITOrS!

M u r D e r M y s t e r y t H e a t r e - D e a t H f o r D i n n e r

You’re invited to a party with a variety of interesting

and suspicious characters. as the evening continues,

events take a turn and soon you are solving the

crime of your life! Enjoy appetizers and a cash bar

while walking through the mansion and talking with

characters who give hidden clues as to who could

have committed the crime. Later join with other

detectives in the ballroom and try to discover the

culprit.

Friday, March 12 • 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. • Mansion• $35 Member, $40 Guest •

Must be 21+

S U M M E R S W I M T E A M R E G I S T R AT I O NThe hrca is proud to offer two quality summer swim programs. The mhSL (mountain

high Swim League) is more competitive and the cara (colorado association of

recreational athletes) swim team is more recreational. These programs fill up quickly each

year so be sure to mark these dates on your calendar:

Parent Information meeting – Wednesday, march 10, 6:00 p.m. at Eastridge.

registration – Saturday, april 3 for current participants and Saturday, april 24 for new

participants. Both registrations are 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. at Northridge.

also this summer, the hrca will offer a rocky mountain Swim academy program for both

daytime and evening participants. For more information on any of these programs, contact

303-471-8942, kcornelison@hrcaonline.org, or visit hrcaonline.org.

RU G B Y R E A DY C l I N I Crugby needs you! come and learn all about the newest Olympic Sport! This clinic is

designed to introduce players of all ages to the game of rugby. clinic includes a t-shirt. The

clinic is monday and Tuesday, march 22 and 23, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. visit the web site for

registration and more information.

WA S A U lT I M AT E F R I S B E E & K I C K B A l ladult Ultimate Frisbee and Kickball are coming to highlands ranch at the beginning of april.

For specific dates, visit hrcaonline.org. To register, visit www.wasasports.com.

A D U lT B A S K E T B A l l & VO l l E Y B A l ladult basketball leagues begin the week of april 5. adult volleyball leagues begin the

week of march 28. Basketball leagues are played on Sundays, mondays, and Wednesdays.

volleyball leagues are played on mondays and Thursdays.

K I N D E R S O C C E RKinder Soccer introduces the game of soccer to 3 - 5 year olds. Participants will learn

skills through different drills the first 40 minutes with a 20-minute scrimmage at the

end of the session. Parent participation is required. Includes shirt. recreation center at

Westridge indoor turf.

P E E W E E S O C C E RThis recreational league is perfect for the beginner player ages 5 – 7. Practices are once a

week and games on Saturday mornings at the recreation center at Westridge indoor turf.

Includes shirt. volunteer coaches needed.

6 m a r c h 2 0 1 0

f r e e f i t n e s s e x P o !

Please mark your calendars for

Sunday, march 28, 12:30 -2:00

p.m.! hrca Fitness will be

presenting a FrEE Fitness Expo

at the Northridge recreation

center to showcase hrca Fitness,

mind-Body, Personal Training

and Wellness programming for

summer!! In addition, local vendors

will be on-hand to inform hrca

members and guests of their

health and wellness offerings for

our community. This is a great

opportunity for people of all ages to

receive motivation, ideas, and free

stuff! Bring your gym shoes and try

out some classes or just come for

the fun of it! For more information,

please call the Fitness coordinator

at 303-471-7048.

rEcrEaTIONIsports & fitness

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

G I d d Y u p !This month our spring sessions of horseback riding begin. If

your child likes animals, getting up close and personal is the best

place to start. Stockton’s Stables works in partnership with the

highlands ranch community association to offer these wonderful

programs that will fit your child’s skill level. For more information,

please call 303-471-8818.

G r A b T h e G o L dSt. Patrick’s Day is quickly approaching and this is a great time to

get your child involved in these fun Kid’s corner programs. Led

by our talented instructors, your child will enjoy all things green!

Try Kreative Kids, It’s a Small World or Theme for a Day classes

and your kids are bound to strike it lucky!

Spring Break will be here before

you know it so now is the time

to plan for your kids’ activities!

Whether you are looking for a

full-day option or a few hours

each day, there are a number of

options from which to choose.

For full-day needs, try the

Southridge Day camp. This program is open monday – Friday,

march 22 – april 2, 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. to celebrate spring! If

your child is on a traditional or modified calendar, have them

join us these two weeks for pottery, swimming, art, cooking, field

trips, and more!

For partial day needs, try one of our other spring camp options!

Does your child like to perform, be center stage, tell the stories

at dinner, or sing in the car? The colorado children’s chorale

camp or the Theatre camp, featuring the production of OZ

could be just for them! For your 7–10 year old, consider the

Dance camp to strengthen their dance and movement abilities

and introduce them to a variety of skills through Jazz, Latin, and

contemporary styles. Does your child like to create things?

Enroll them in the art or cooking camp and watch them

produce magical creations and get excited about trying new

things. For the little ones, try our Tumble into Spring camp

where your child will participate in games, tumbling activities,

and crafts!

Whatever your families needs are this spring, consider exposing

your child to a new activity or give them an opportunity to

strengthen their already developing skills. These camps are

a great way to keep your child active and exercising their

reasoning, gross and fine motor skills, and social proficiencies.

For more information, please see page 16 of the Activity Guide or

call 303-471-8880.

S p r I N G b r e A k h A p p e N I N G S !

Spring is a wonderful time of year for your child to explore the

season with Spring Fairy Parties. children are led by one of our

talented ballet instructors in a dance and a fun spring craft at

these one-hour parties. They will also enjoy a tasty treat and

have a special visit from the Spring Fairy. Your child will even get

to take a picture with the Spring Fairy to take home. make sure

they wear their favorite spring fairy or princess costume! For

more information, please call 303-471-8853.

S p r I N G F A I r Y p A r T Y

EDUcaTIONIyouth & adult

9568 University BoulevardHighlands Ranch, CO 80126303-791-2500

PRESORTEDSTANDARD

US POSTAGE PAIDHIGHLANDS RANCH CO

PERMIT#170

facility closures

March 26 – eastridge Basketball courts and track closed

at 7:00 a.m. for spring Bazaar set up

March 27 – eastridge Basketball courts and track closed

all day for spring Bazaar.

March 8 Board Working session* 6:00 p.m.

March 12 Murder Mystery theatre – Death for Dinner

March 13, 20, 27 fishing on the fly

March 16 Annual Meeting of Delegates/ Board Meeting* 6:30 p.m. (Recreation Advisory Committee -

monthly meeting of Delegates)

March 20 st. Patrick’s Day 5K

March 20 “in the Pink” – fashion show &

champagne luncheon

March 27 spring Bazaar

March 28 fitness expo

* These meetings are at Eastridge and open to our members.

march|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

WeB site - your source for tiMely info

find the most current pool, gym, and fitness schedules as well

as program and event information online at Hrcaonline.org.