NEWS
February 2021
SNOW REMOVAL GUIDELINES
HR HISTORIC HIGHLIGHTS THE EPIC BIRD
With Colorado's snowiest months still to come, please take a few moments to learn more about snow operations in Highlands Ranch. As a resident, snow is sure to come and we want you to be prepared, and know who does what in the community as far as snow removal.
Did you ever wonder where the eagle, seen on signage throughout Highlands Ranch, came from? The "Epic Bird," as it was known, was a symbol created for Mission Viejo after they purchased the cattle ranch and started developing the New Town of Highlands Ranch. A marketing firm was tasked with creating a symbol that could be to market this new development. They considered using the obvious symbol …cattle (after all, Highlands Ranch was a cattle ranch for many years and still is), but felt that the new community would be more vibrant and active, so they settled on an epic bird.
Douglas County is responsible for snow removal on all public streets, not private streets, in Highlands Ranch. Trails and sidewalks along major arterials or streets are the responsibility of the Highlands Ranch Metro District. HRCA removes snow only from its property on which the four Recreation Centers sit. Homeowners are responsible for snow removal on their own sidewalks and driveways. Douglas County has an ordinance that requires homeowners to remove snow from their sidewalks within 24 hours of the end of the snow storm. To report a resident to Douglas County that has not shoveled within 24 hours, call 303-660-7480.
This bird was a collective, strong bird, representing the many powerful birds of prey found on the Ranch, such as owls, falcons, eagles, and hawks. There have always been questions about “what kind of bird is it,” with answers of Falcon and Eagle most common. This original bird logo and the updated Eagle version is seen throughout Highlands Ranch, and is incorporated in many community organizations logos.
WEB SITE GETS NEW LOOK! Visit www.HRCAonline.org and you will notice that it has a new look! Over the past few months HRCA has been working hard to update our web site and make it easier to find important information. A new, improved search function should quickly help you find what you need - from classes, to camps, events, covenant information and assessment payments. Be sure to stop by the site and check out the improvements!
To learn more, visit the Highlands Ranch Historical Society’s web site at https://www.theHRHS.org/.
HRCA is certified as a DOUGLAS COUNTY COVID Best Practices Business! Stay up-to-date on the latest guidelines and changes at www.HRCAonline.org/COVID19.