THE NEW LOOK OF THE RACE SERIESThe Highlands Ranch Race Series has been producing community races for

nearly 10 years. Beginning as a small swim/run race, the series has grown to

offer a variety of races. For 2014, the Highlands Ranch Race Series (HR Race Series) offers four

5K runs, a half marathon, two triathlons (including two Kids' triathlons), and three mountain bike

races. Also, the HR Race Series sports a new look, new logo, handmade awards, virtual race bags,

better discounts for groups and families, and much more.

We kick-start the racing season with the St. Patrick’s Day 5K on Saturday, March 15. New in

this year’s line-up is the Mother’s Day 5K which takes participants on the most scenic 5K course

ever offered in the Race Series. Participants will have spectacular views of the entire Front Range,

Denver city skyline, and the Highlands Ranch windmill as they run/walk their way from Mountain

Vista High School to the historic Highlands Ranch Mansion and back. So lace up those sneakers

and get ready to join the fun. For more information, or to register, visit www.HRraceseries.com.

ELECTION OF DIRECTORS & DELEGATESANNUAL MEETING OF DELEGATES (Election of Directors) – At the Annual Meeting of

Delegates on March 18, three candidates will be elected to the HRCA Board of Directors. There

are four candidates running for the three open positions. The candidates are Christina Caputo,

Scott Lemmon, Shon Payne, and Dennis R. Seymour. For more information about the director

election process, to review the candidates’ data forms, or to review candidates’ response to

questions posed by delegates, please visit the web site.

ANNUAL MEETING OF MEMBERS – This year, as in all even-numbered years, members

(property owners) within even-numbered districts and all districts currently not represented

by a delegate, elect their district delegate. The 2014 elections take place at the Annual

Meeting of Members on April 22, 5:30 p.m. at Eastridge, Gordon Von Stroh Community

Room. For more information about delegate elections or to locate your district delegate, visit

www.HRCAonline.org/Leadership/District Delegates. If you are interested in running for a

delegate position, call the HRCA Administrative Office at 303-471-8958. The last date for known

delegate candidates to be printed on the notice mailed to members is March 10.

Write-in candidates will still be accepted and valid.

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JERRY FLANNERY CEO AND GENERAL MANAGER

FYI | QUARTERLY ASSESSMENTSLook for the 2nd quarter assessment invoice this month which is due April 1. You now

have the option to pay assessments online? You can conveniently and securely pay by

credit/debit card or e-check (PayLease charges a nominal fee for this service). Please

visit our web site at www.HRCAonline.org and click on “Pay Assessments Online” then

follow the instructions. Questions regarding your account, please call 303-471-8958.

The Wearin’ O’ the Green is upon us! We should also be seeing

more green in our vegetation by now, so take a moment to see if

Mother Nature has created any home improvement projects for

you before we get too much further along into the season.

BOARD ELECTION – March is the month for our Board of Director’s Election. This year

three seats are open. Our current Board Members, Directors Scott Lemmon, Christina

Caputo and Dennis Seymour, have resubmitted for their seats. District Delegate Shon

Payne has submitted his paperwork and will also be on the ballot. The election will

take place on March 18 at the delegate meeting held at Eastridge’s Gordon Von Stroh

community room. For more complete election information, please visit our web site.

STRATEGIC PLANNING – The board and staff of HRCA have been very busy the first

couple of months of 2014 putting a comprehensive plan together for the community. The

goal is to forecast out the next five years so that we can properly anticipate budgetary

costs for new capital; and repairing and replacing other equipment and facilities. The

board, in this year’s budget, began to put aside funds to eventually expend on these

projects. Together, with the staff, we are putting the final touches on the “Annual

Report” which will cover a number of important sources of information. This plan will be

presented to the HRCA Delegates and then be put on the HRCA web site for everyone

to view.

BE SAFE AND BE SMART - Each month we hear from the Douglas County Sheriff's office

about safety and our community and how we can help prevent unnecessary crimes. Here

are a few simple guidelines to help lower crime in our community, Keep your porch light

on overnight, keep your garage door closed when you are not in it, keep your car locked,

and don't leave valuables in view. By being diligent about these few items we can help

prevent crime in our neighborhoods.

IN MEMORIAM – Our hearts are heavy this month as we mourn

the loss of our friend and HRCA Delegate Kevin Kuybus who

tragically died on February 10 in an avalanche just outside of

Keystone. Our community will certainly miss him as our thoughts

and prayers go out to his family at this sad time.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS303-471-8958Christina Caputo Scott Lemmon Brock Norris Jeff Suntken Dennis Seymour

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES

AT EASTRIDGE

303-791-8958

9568 University Blvd.

M-F: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

RECREATION CENTERS

303-791-2500

Recreation Center at Northridge

8801 Broadway

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.

M-F: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Recreation Center at Westridge

9650 Foothills Canyon Blvd.

M-F: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Recreation Center at Southridge

4800 McArthur Ranch Rd.

M-F: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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SPRING IS IN THE AIR

With spring just around the corner, this is a good time to

take a step back and look at the overall condition of your of

property. If you are planning any improvements, be sure to

submit plans to the Architectural Committee for approval.

Submittals are accepted online at HRCAonline.org or by visiting

the Community Improvement Services (CIS) Office in the

Recreation Center at Eastridge.

WILL YOUR FENCE LAST ANOTHER YEAR

Our technicians regularly survey the neighborhoods. This spring, they have noticed a

lot of fences in disrepair. The Residential Improvement Guidelines require homeowners

maintain their fences. While the Metro District continues to replace and re-stain fences

along the major arterials, it may be a good time to repair and re-stain your own fence.

SPRING CLEAN UP

There are a number of outdoor spring cleaning projects that can spruce up your

property. A common problem is oil stains on the driveway. One method to get rid

of them is to pour paint thinner on the spot. Saturating the area should create an oily

residue. Then spread cat litter, baking soda, corn meal, or dry sand on the area. Allow

this to sit overnight, sweep up, and the spot should be gone. A number of Highland

Ranch homes have residue dripping from their siding. During the winter, moisture

freezes behind the siding. When the temperature begins to rise, the build up behind the

siding starts to thaw and drip and leaves dirty streaks down the side of a home. This is

a problem that can be washed off with soap and water, but needs to be attended too

prior to the hot days of summer.

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COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENTInews

D O Y O U K N O W

Y O U R H R C A

D E L E G A T E ?

Highlands Ranch is divided

into Delegate Districts whose

community members (homeowners)

elect a delegate to represent them

in association matters. Your delegate

is your voice to the association and

the community.

If you would like your delegate

to keep you informed about the

HRCA, send him or her an email so

they have your email address.

You can find your delegate on

www.HRCAonline.org/DistrictMap.

You may use the interactive map,

click on your street location, and

your delegate’s name and contact

information will appear.

Delegates hold a regular monthly

meeting so if you want to be

informed, reach out and provide

your email address so they may

keep you up to date.

BOARD UPDATES

The February Board Meeting Motions

are available at www.HRCAonline.org.

ENERGY SAVINGS INITIATIVE UPDATE Having started construction this past December, we

remain on schedule, anticipating full project completion

by the end of April. Most of the work is being completed

behind the scenes, at night, and with minimal interruption

of the recreation centers day to day operations. Some of

our oldest operating units, critical to keeping our buildings

and pools running, are being replaced with brand new, state of the art equipment

designed for maximum efficiency and energy savings. We can all appreciate better

lighting and improved air quality, as well as feeling proud of the fact that we are

doing our part to positively impact the environment. More information on the

initiative can be found on our web site home page.

B AT T I N G C A G E S G R A N D O P E N I N GWestridge Batting Cages opening weekend is Saturday, March 1 - Sunday, March 2.

Celebrate all weekend with a hot dog cookout each day from noon - 1:00 p.m.,

promotional giveaways, music, homerun skills competition, and more! For details, visit

our web site at www.HRCAonline.org/BattingCages.

March Batting Cage Hours:

Monday-Friday: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 10:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Spring Break Week (March 17-21): 1:00 - 7:30 p.m.

P L A N N I N G A N E V E N T ?Have an upcoming wedding reception, high school graduation,

or business meeting? Check out the Debus Wildcat Mountain

Auditorium at Southridge which features a gourmet kitchen,

state of the art sound system, and other great amenities with

seating for up to 300 people. We provide an exceptional value

and service for all your event needs. Call 303-471-8860 or

email dan.montague@hrcaonline.org for more info.

S P R I N G I S I N T H E A I R ! S U M M E R C A M P R E G I S T R AT I O N A N D B A C K C O U N T RY T R A I L S A R E O P E N

The Wildcat Mountain Trail System and

the outdoor archery range reopen April

1. Purchase archery range passes at any

recreation center.

Also, it is already time to start thinking

about what the kids will do this summer.

The Backcountry has a variety of camps; full day camps, half day camps, and more.

Our camps focus on creating positive experiences and fostering an appreciation

for the outdoors through recreation and education. Wildlife identification, white

water rafting, archery, horseback riding, conservation, hay rides, hikes, and much

more are all part of these fun outdoor camps. They sell out, so register now! For

details and to register visit www.hrcaonline.org/Register or for further information

email hope.marasco@HRCAonline.org or call 303-471-8876.

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S U M M E R R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S N O W !

Online registration for summer day

camps, sports programs, aquatic

adventures, and Backcountry camps

began on February 24. Be sure to log

in and get signed up before classes and

camps fill up.

C A L L I N G A L L N O N P R O F I T S – F U N D R A I S I N G O P P O RT U N I T Y

We are seeking a 501(c)3 beneficiary

for the HRCA’s silent auction at The

Taste of Highlands Ranch on May 2,

6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Applications may be

downloaded at www.HRCAonline.org/

Vendors or pick one up at any HRCA

recreation center. Application deadline

is Monday, March 24.

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

S P R I N G C R A F T B A Z A A RCome out of the cold, for our Spring Craft Bazaar where

we showcase a broad spectrum of artists, crafters, and

home-based businesses who display and sell their products

in a one-stop shopping environment. The Recreation

Center at Eastridge provides a fantastic venue for visitors

to shop over 125 vendors of jewelry, textiles, fine artwork,

delicious food, handmade soaps, and so much more. Enjoy a day of shopping while

supporting local artists and vendors. Admission is FREE!

Saturday, March 22, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Eastridge, Free

S H O W T I M E A T S O U T H R I D G E – C O M E D Y N I G H TChris Voth appeared on "Last Comic Standing" on NBC

and Comedy Central and is a past winner of the Miller Lite

Comedy Competition of Denver. Called "a name to watch"

and "a very funny guy" by the Rocky Mountain News, Voth

began his stand-up career in the Los Angeles area in the

late-1990s.

Join the Highlands Ranch Cultural Affair's Association for a night of side-splitting

comedy and serious entertainment! You may also enjoy an adult beverage at the

cash bar.

Friday, March 7, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m., Southridge, Debus Wildcat Mountain Auditorium,

$7 in advance, $10 day of event, if not sold out, 21+ only

• Kids' Fishing on the Fly – Class starts Saturday, April 5, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Eastridge. Learn the basics of fly fishing.

• Volunteer Fair – Tuesday, April 8, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Southridge. Free to nonprofit organizations looking for volunteers. Contact cindy.shoemaker@HRCAonline.org.

C A L L F O R R E S T A U R A N T E N T R I E S !Join over 35 other local restaurants to showcase YOUR restaurant to over 500

Highlands Ranch residents at the 19th Annual Taste of Highlands Ranch on

Friday, May 2, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Submit your registration form today! For more

information, visit us online at www.HRCAonline.org/Vendors.

You may purchase tickets online using the Online Registration button!

C A L L I N G A L L E X H I B I T O R S ! –

H O M E E X P O

The annual Home Expo is now three

days of the very latest in technology

and great ideas from top-rated

companies in home improvement.

Take advantage of the many specials

and discounts offered during the show.

The Home Expo is the place to find a

solution for your special home project.

Come enjoy a one-stop shop with

great resources from knowledgeable

business owners and representatives

offering demos and free workshops

for the “Do-it-yourselfer.” Prizes

and drawings! Free admission and

parking. For an exhibitor application,

visit the web site at www.HRCAonline.

org/Vendors. To see a list of show

participants, go to www. HRCAonline.

org/Events.

Friday and Saturday, April 11 & 12,

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 13, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.,

Eastridge, Free.

UPCOMINGIevents

SUMMER SWIM TEAM REGISTRATIONThe HRCA is proud to offer two quality summer swim programs. Mark these upcoming

dates on your calendar.

Parent Information Meeting (mandatory): Thursday, March 27, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Eastridge

Returning Swimmer Registration: Saturday, April 5, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. at Northridge

New Swimmer Tryouts & Registration: Saturday, April 12, 7:00 - 10:00 a.m. at Northridge

The mandatory Parent Information Meeting is for both new and returning parents. Learn

about both the MHSL and CARA swim teams and the upcoming swim season.

Returning swimmer registration is for swimmers who have been on the Highlands Ranch

MHSL and CARA teams in past seasons or for swimmers

who have been in HRCA Coached Aquatics programs

(Seahawks Drill Academy, Conditioning Camp, Elites)

between August 2013 - April 2014.

Swimmers completely new to HRCA Coached Aquatics

programs must tryout and be able to do a continuous 50 yard

freestyle with side breathing and a continuous 50 yard backstroke.

Successful participants will be approved to complete the registration process. Spots on the

team are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive early and line

up outside the Northridge pool doors. Call 303-471-8942 or email kimsey.cornelison@

hrcaonline.org or visit www.HRCAonline.org/Aquatics for more information.

SPRING BREAK YOUTH TENNIS CAMP HRCA’s three day Spring Break Tennis Camp for ages 7 – 13 is a

great chance to introduce your youngster to tennis! Sign them up

now for the camp, March 25 - 27, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Tennis

Pavilion at Northridge. Focusing on the basics of the sport in a

varied, kid-friendly, fun format guarantees a great introduction to

a sport that can be enjoyed for a lifetime! Call 303-471-8940 or

email mmccauley@hrcaonline.org for more information.

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SPECIAL NEEDS LEGO® CAMPThe Therapeutic Recreation Program is excited to offer Spring Break Lego® Camp. If you

like to build cities, bridges, motorized cars and planes, join in the fun! This program is for

all ability levels ages 8-adult. Monday-Friday, March 24-28, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. at Southridge.

For more information about participating or volunteering, call 303-471-7043 or email

summer.aden@hrcaonline.org. Visit www.HRCAonline.org/TR for the program information.

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C A N C E R F I T

Are you or someone you know a

cancer survivor looking for a program

to get you back in shape? The

HRCA is now offering CancerFit.

This amazing program is dedicated

to providing cancer survivors an

affordable, empowering, individualized

exercise program in a healthy,

positive, non-intimidating environment.

This six-month program includes

a pre and post fitness assessment

and individualized exercise program,

as well as a group CancerFit class

at Eastridge on Mondays and

Wednesdays. The program is

ongoing and participants can enroll

at any time. For more information

call 303-471-7044 or visit

www.HRCAonline.org/Fitness.

RECREATIONIaquatics/sports/fitness

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ART & EDUCATIONIyouth & adult

This spring, consider taking one of our

adult seminars.

The popular Will Seminar is conducted by

an experienced estate planning attorney.

This one-step class provides you with a

notarized will, general power of attorney,

medical power of attorney, and living will. Walking away with a

notarized will normally costs close to $450. This three hour class

only costs $110. Join us March 13 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

at Southridge.

Another concern people have today is how their income or

savings will be impacted by unexpected expenses. Learn how

to protect your hard earned assets with "Don’t Go Broke in a

Nursing Home." This free seminar is offered three different days,

March 18, 22 or 27, at 10:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Northridge. For

more information on these seminars, call 303-471-8818.

A D U LT E S TAT E & F I N A N C I A L P L A N N I N G

3-5 Year Olds: Kindermusik

Laugh and Learn, Tumbling, KidzArt

Discover, Fairytale Fantasy Pottery,

It’s Easy Being Green Cooking

6-9 Year Olds: Kiddie Corral I

Horseback Riding, Irish Step Dancing,

Private Guitar

9-12 Year Olds: Cartooning, Figure and Faces, Copy Cats

Cooking class where students will learn to make fun things like

Twinkies and Oreos among other fun treats.

12-16 Year Olds: Parent/Teen Wheel, Hula Hoop Dance, Study Smarter Skills

and Strategies. For more information, call 303-471-8928.

T H I S M O N T H ! T H I N K I N G A B O U T S U M M E R ?

Online registration is open for May-August classes, programs,

and camps. As you plan your summer, be sure to get online and

register early because camps and classes fill quickly. Get Kids'

Expo on your calendar for April 19, noon - 3:00 p.m.

at Eastridge.

Day Camp (Ages 6-12):Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Ages: 6-8 (ER), 6-12 (WR), 9-12 (SR)

Preschool Enrichment (Ages 3-5):Hours: Monday-Friday,

7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

March 24-28 is Spring Break, so begin planning your child's activities.

There are a variety of camps to suit all ages, interests, and schedules.

The Art Camp by KidzArt is 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Monday,

Wednesday, and Friday at Southridge.

Students explore drawing and sculpting the human face and figure.

Young Rembrandts host a Castle Workshop Monday - Friday,

10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Participants jump into medieval times with their

art. We will also host a Film Making Camp from 1:30 - 5:30 p.m. at

Eastridge. This popular camp teaches kids how to make movies like

the professionals. If tie-dye is your child's favorite, then be sure to get

him enrolled in our Tie-Dye Camp Thursday-Friday, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

at Southridge. Your kids can get their hands dirty at Pottery Studio

Camp, Monday-Wednesday, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. If being in the kitchen

is more their style, then be sure to register

early for our Chef’s Camp, Monday-

Friday, 10:00 a.m. - noon at Southridge.

Kids make snacks, lunches, and desserts

that will have them lending a hand in the

kitchen. For those that like to be a bit

more dramatic, KidStage Theatre Camps Peter Pan have rehearsals

on Monday-Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - noon. For those creative ones, be

sure to try our Mixology Lab Camp, Monday-Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.

- 3:30 p.m. or Mine Craft with LEGO®, Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. -

noon. Of course, Day Camp is always available for full days. For more

information on any camp, please call 303-471-8928.

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FACILITY CLOSURESMarch 21 - Eastridge basketball courts & track closed all

day for Spring Bazaar set up.

March 22 - Eastridge basketball courts & track closed all day for Spring Bazaar.

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

March 1-29 Kids' Nite Out (Saturdays only)

March 1-2 Batting Cages Season Grand Opening

March 7 Showtime at Southridge - Comedy Night

March 10 Board Working Session* 6:00 p.m.

March 15 St. Patrick's Day 5K Run

March 18 Delegate & Board Meeting* 6:30 p.m.

March 22 Spring Bazaar

* These meetings are open to our members.

MARCH|events For event details, see page 5 or visit HRCAonline.org

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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).

community partners

9568 University Boulevard, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Online Registration

Now Open For Summer

Programs & Camps!