HRCA July 2011 Newsletter

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2011 ANNIVERSARY

Enhancing property values and creating quality of life through recreation, community events and leadership

J U LY 4 T H C E L E B R A T I O N The Fourth of July is not complete without a parade, hot dogs, and fireworks. The HRCA has all that and more! In celebration of Highlands Ranch’s 30th Anniversary, this year’s community celebration will be enhanced with an additional concert at Civic Green Park, a military flyover to start the parade, performing pigs, and a Combat Challenge to test your strength and endurance.

Join us for a day of fun activities for the whole family. Here’s the lineup: 8:00 a.m. HRCA Independence Day 5K Run/Walk 8:30 a.m. Family Pet & Bike Parade (kicks off the Community Parade) 9:00 a.m. HRCA July 4th Parade (watch for the F-16’s coming from the west) 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. July 4th Celebration in Town Center South and North - Enjoy live music, games, inflatables, hayrack and donkey rides, food, beverages & more!

Stage Schedule: Town Center South 9:30 a.m. Swing Dancing & Swing Music 11:00 a.m. Parkside Band 1:00 p.m. Top Hogs (Performing Pigs) 2:00 p.m. Hot Dog Eating Contest

Registration 2:30 p.m. Hot Dog Eating Contest 4:00 p.m. Deja Blu

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rodeoin the ranch Experience Colorado’s western heritage at its best with Broncs, Bares, and Bull Riding right here in the Ranch! Kids can get into the rodeo spirit with two fun and hilarious events; Mutton Busting and the Chicken Scramble.

Mutton Busting is for ages 4 – 7, with

Town Center North 10:30 a.m. Highlands Ranch Concert Band 11:00 a.m. Combat Challenge 12:00 p.m. The Mint Edition Band 2:00 p.m. Bathtub Marys Band 4:00 p.m. Three Star Monday 6:00 p.m. Page Plantell & The

Dusty Radio

Noon - 4:00 p.m. Pet Adoption Fair, Town Center South 3:30 p.m. Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest, Town Center South 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Cruisin’ Cats Concert, Civic Green Park 9:15 p.m. Fireworks north of Highlands Ranch Parkway & Town Center Drive All events are free to attend, but tickets are required for games and activities, and cash is required for most concessions. You must have your ID to purchase and consume alcohol. No exceptions. Bring the whole family; there is something for everyone at this year’s celebration. For more information on the schedule or for the parade route and street closures, visit www.HRCAonline.org or call 303-791-2500.

a 49 pound maximum. Preliminaries are limited to the first 40 kids. The Chicken Scramble is for ages 3 – 6 & 7 – 10. Participants must purchase a Rodeo ticket and register the day of the event. Rodeo proceeds benefit the Highlands Ranch Community Scholarship Fund.

Saturday, July 16, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (grounds open at 9:00 a.m.) • Sunday, July 17, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (grounds open at 11:00 a.m.) • Lucent Blvd. & Plaza Dr. • $10 Adult, $5 Child in advance • $12 Adult, $7 Child day of event • Must have ID to purchase and consume alcohol. No exceptions.

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HRCA|event weather line 303-471-8888 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Laura Hopkins 303-478-9103 Scott Lemmon 303-346-1412 Brock Norris 720-344-7107 Jeff Suntken 303-346-0664 Gregory Terry 303-329-6199

Summer is here at last. In Highlands Ranch, that means you and your friends and family have great plans for fun in the summer sun. The Concert Series is in full swing and bringing out the crowds to enjoy an evening of free entertainment at Highlands Heritage Park on Thursday nights. Upcoming concerts include the Motown sounds of Soul School on July 7, the jazzy beat of Dotsero on July 14, Funky Rock n Roll with Chris Daniels & The Kings on July 21 and lastly, the Pop/Rock rhythms of Chase N The Dream.

Another great activity for the kids is Lollipop-Looza on July 1st at the Recreation Center at Westridge. The Highlands Ranch Carnival runs from July 8-16 at Mountain Vista High

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES

School’s west parking lot and the rides will thrill kids and adults of all ages. Don’t forget

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the annual Rodeo in the Ranch July 16 and 17. This is a fantastic family event celebrating

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Colorado’s and Highlands Ranch’s western heritage.

RECREATION FACILITIES

The outdoor pools are open and are a great place to cool off and meet with friends.

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Remember to keep a close eye on the little ones who can quickly get “in over their heads”

Recreation Center at Northridge

without supervision. Our vigilant lifeguards are on deck to protect and enforce safety rules

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so give them your attention and help us keep everyone safe in the water this summer.

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.

The biggest event of the Summer is the HRCA Fourth of July Celebration on Monday, July 4.

The details are outlined on the front page. The Independence Day 5K kicks off the day at 8:00 a.m. and this year’s parade is bigger and better than ever celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Highlands Ranch. Don’t miss it, everyone will be there.

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

HRCA relies on the expertise of many community members who give their time to

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

serve as volunteers on committees. There are currently openings for volunteers on the

Recreation Center at Westridge

Architectural Committee and on the Tribunal Panel. If your background lends itself to either

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of these groups, check the web site for more information and to download and submit the

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

application forms.

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Have a wonderful, safe, and fun-filled summer in Highlands Ranch!

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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Quarterly Assessments

Third Quarter Assessments of $127.00 are due July 1, 2011. Should you have any questions regarding your account or need to make an address change, please call 303791-8958. The HRCA encourages the use of the direct debit program to pay your quarterly dues. Save time, postage, and assure that your payment is never late. Please visit our web site at www.hrcaonline.org for more information.

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HOA news Cov e n a nt r e m i n d e rs Our department has been receiving a high volume of phone calls in regard to parking on the street and parking restrictions here in Highlands Ranch.

Parking vehicles on the streets is acceptable. Although our guidelines do not restrict the number of vehicles at a residence, we can address the following: commercial vehicles, recreational vehicles, and legally or mechanically

board motions

and driveways whenever possible, or park in front of their own residence as a

At the June 21, 2011 Board of Directors meeting, the Board took the following actions:

courtesy to their neighbors.

Approved the Consent Agenda consisting of:

inoperable vehicles. The HRCA asks that homeowners utilize their garages

Highlands Ranch Residential Improvement and Site Maintenance Guidelines Section 2.46 Motor Vehicles/Recreational vehicles, indicates that recreational vehicles, may not be stored in such a manner as to be visible from any other property for longer than 72 hours in a seven (7) day period. The purpose of the 72 hours is to load and unload the RV, not to provide storage/parking for the unit. Recreational vehicles must be stored/parked in the garage, or off-site.

For those planning improvements to property, xeriscaping, landscaping, etc., please submit your plans to the Architectural Committee for approval prior to doing so. The Committee meets the first and third Tuesday of every month, and all submittals need to be in our office the Friday before each meeting by noon. The Committee has up to 30 days to review a submittal.

For your convenience, all of our guidelines are available on our web site at www.hrcaonline.org along with our submittal forms.

As always if you have questions please contact the Covenant Compliance office at 303-471-8821, and we will be happy to assist you.

O nl i n e Wa t e r W i s e G u i d e As summer heats up, it is important to remember that water is a precious resource to be used efficiently. Centennial Water & Sanitation District encourages all Highlands Ranch customers to conserve water throughout the year. Learn about water conservation through the 2011 Water Wise Guide. It can be found at www.highlandsranch.org on the Water & Sanitation link. The guide provides water conservation tips, information about water use, and how to participate in local rebate programs. If you have questions about Centennial Water’s water conservation program, please contact Jon Klassen at jklassen@highlandsranch.org

Minutes of Action from the May 17, 2011 Board of Directors meeting The adoption of the following motions as recommended by the Architectural Committee: 1 property for failure to remove unsightly material 1 property for failure to comply with trash pick up guidelines 2 properties for failure to comply with basketball goal guidelines 10 properties for failure to maintain their landscaping 1 property for failure to comply with the 72 hour recreational vehicle rule 3 properties for failure to maintain property 1 property for failure to maintain fencing 2 properties for failure to paint the home 1 property for failure to remove inoperable vehicle Accepted the recommendation of the Recreation Advisory Committee to replace neon lighting with LED lighting behind the signs on the Recreation Center at Northridge.

Accepted the comments of the June 1, 2011 Development Review Committee Accepted the April 30, 2011 Financial Statements as recommended by the Finance Committee Signed a Proclamation for Pool Safely Day to be held on June 24, 2011

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volunteer showcase delegate of the month

H RCA V OLU N TEER OF T H E M O N T H

Dr. L. Mac Cropsey– Mac

Terry Roberts – Terry began

is 89 years old, has been a

volunteering for HRCA with

Delegate for eight years, and

the 2008 July 4th Parade

volunteered to serve on the by-

and continues to help at

laws committee. Mac believes

many community events. He

that protecting rights of property

volunteers because he “enjoys

owners is an important part of

doing it”, and he “encourages

making this community a better

others that live in our fine

place to live. He encourages families to enjoy the recreation

community to do the same”. Terry’s favorite Highlands Ranch

centers and the many events created and managed by a supurb

places include the recreation centers, town center, and the

HRCA staff. Mac’s favorite place in Highlands Ranch is the view

Backcountry. Thank you, Terry, for your commitment to the

from his backyard patio of Bear Canyon with its open space

Highlands Ranch community!

and wildlife. Our thanks to Mac for his service!

Eaglet update in the backcountry There is one baby golden eagle in the nest. Izzy is the winning name from our Facebook contest. She is all white with big black eyes and a beak that just turned from black to yellow. She is already as big as a crow and growing fast. This is a very sensitive time. If people approach the nest, the eaglet could jump from the nest and would most likely die. Please be respectful of the rules.

The Whale’s name is... flip flop The community entered more than 150 names for the new whale at the Westridge outdoor pool. The winner after a web poll of the top four names is Flip Flop, submitted by Emily Markle, age five.

Elk hunting registration New this year is our first annual HRCA Elk Hunt Dinner and silent auction on July 21. One bull license and two cow licenses will be drawn for dinner participants only. For more information, visit www.HRCAonline.org/Backcountry.

Stay informed...e-ME, facebook, twitter Sign up for the “e-ME” (Meanwhile Back @ the Ranch, the HRCA’s e-newsletter) and receive valuable program information and coupons which are only available to “e-ME” newsletter subscribers. ‘Like’ us on Facebook to get general HRCA updates or choose specific

Where to find facility or pool closures You are packing-up to bring your kids to the outdoor pool when you hear thunder, (and you know the pools are closed if there is a risk of lightening) so how do you know if the there is an unscheduled pool closure? Visit the web site home page and look at ‘Facility Closures’ in the left column to find scheduled and unscheduled closures or call 303-791-2500.

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programs you’d like to receive information from; such as Backcountry, Tennis, Sports, Therapeutic Recreation, Fitness, etc.

For reminders about current happenings subscribe for HRCA Twitter feeds. To sign up for any of these communication tools, go to www.HRCAonline.org home page and click on the specific ‘Stay in Touch’ icon in the left column.

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upcoming events

LollipoP-Looza

h i gh l a n d s r a n c h C a r n i v a l Carnival Americana is returning to Highlands Ranch! Plan now to enjoy all the thrills and excitement this hometown event will bring. Tickets may be purchased in advance at any HRCA facility Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. or Saturday – Sunday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 9 – Saturday, July 16. • Sa & Su 1:00 – 11:00 p.m.; M – F 4:00 – 11:00 p.m. • $20/day in advance and $25 at the Carnival (cash or check only at the door) • Mountain Vista High School West Parking Lot (10585 Mountain Vista Ridge) • No pets are allowed; curfew for minors is 11:00 p.m.

HRCA is hosting our third annual Lollipop-Looza. Kids can take their turn on a variety of bouncers, try to soak their friend in the dunk tank, and other water games. There will be pool activities, a vendor selling food, prizes, and more so be sure to

f r e e S u mm e r c o n c e r t s e r i e s c o n t i n u e s i n J u l y The Summer Concert Series continues with four more great FREE concerts in July. Pack a picnic and a blanket and come enjoy great music as the sun sets over Highlands Ranch.

join us! This is a great way to spend a Friday afternoon in the summer.

For more information, please call 303-471-8880.

July 7

Soul School

Friday, July 1, noon – 3:00 p.m. •

July 14

Dotsero

$5.00 for kids; FREE for adults •

July 21

Chris Daniels & The Kings

Recreation Center at Westridge

July 28

Chase n the Dream

Thursdays • 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. • Highland Heritage Regional Park (Univ. & Quebec)

Culture on the Green • Farmers’ Market & Street Market – Every Sunday through October 30, 10:00 a.m.

- 2:00 p.m., Town Center South. This open air market features breads, fruits, vegetables, antiques, jewelry, and more all season long!

• Spotlight on the Plaza – Wednesday, July 6, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., Town Center North. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy listening to music by a local band.

• HRCA Tri N July Junior & Kids’ Triathlon – Saturday, July 16, 6:00 a.m., Eastridge. Highlands Ranch first ever Junior Triathlon! Ages 12-17 can come out and enjoy a fun, safe multi-sport experience. The kids triathlon will follow at 10:00 a.m. and is designed to introduce kids to the sport of triathlon in a relaxed atmosphere.

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

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Enjoy the music of the Denver Concert Band, a group of 90 musicians sharing their love of music through wind instruments.

Friday, July15, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. • Civic Green Park • FREE

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recreation sports & fitness P O O L PA R T IE S M AKE A S P L A S H Enjoy the special day stress-free! Two hour pool parties include drinks, paper products, party hosts, and cake and may be scheduled Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Parties for up to 15 participants are $185 at Eastridge and Southridge. Smaller parties are $114 for up to nine participants offered at Eastridge only. Contact 303-471-8935 or dball@hrcaonline.org for more information.

V oll e y b a ll L e a g u e s & C a m p s Youth summer leagues for ages 8-12 include 6 regular season games plus playoffs. League games are played on Tuesday evenings SFBC Outdoor Bootcamp to begin July 5!

This popular evening boot camp class is going outdoors for the month of July, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, July 5-28. Classes run from 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. and meet each night behind Mountain Vista High School. For more information and inclement weather details visit www. hrcaonline.org/fitness and go to specialty fitness or call 303-471-7048.

Zumba Gold and Tai Chi, Together!

Join us for two new drop in classes back to back every Wednesday starting in July at Northridge. Zumba Gold, a modified version of Zumba, runs from 1:00 - 1:45 p.m. and Tai Chi, moving yoga, runs from 2:002:45 p.m. A FREE demo will be held on Wednesday, July 6 and regular drop-in classes will begin on July 13. Call 303-471-7048 for more information.

starting July 19. Practices begin the week of July 11. The HRCA Volleyball camp is designed to improve skills while working on court awareness. Camp is June 27-July 1 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Southridge.

T E N N I S B L O CK T I M E APP L ICA T I O N S Blocktime is available for a 15 or 30 week increment and assures a group of tennis players that a court is reserved for their use at the same time and day. The first session of Blocktime begins September 6 and ends December 19. The thirty week session ends April 23, 2012. For more information visit the web site or call 303-471-8940.

S p ort P e rform a n c e C a m p The HRCA has partnered with SportXcel to offer sports training for youth ages 7-18. This 11 session program begins July 6 and instructs athletes of all sports on how to maximize the skills needed to excel: speed, agility, quickness, strength, and cardiovascular endurance.

Camp is on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

F i t K i d s H i g hl a n d s R a n c h Fitness is fun, safe, and effective with pushing, pulling, running, throwing, and climbing.

Fit Kids Highlands Ranch is designed for kids ages 8-12 and is on Tuesday and Thursday beginning July 12 at 4:30 p.m. at Northridge.

S p ortsE d d y S k i lls & Dr i lls F oot b a ll C a m p Have fun while learning proper football fundamentals and techniques from the pros with professional football and sports performance instruction for beginners and experienced players in K-8th grade. Camp is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, July 6-27 from 1:00 2:00 p.m. at Westridge.

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education youth & adult C on s i d er Y our O p tion s If you are the parent of a 2 ½- 5 year

curriculum that will help prepare your child for their Kindergarten

old, you are one of many families

entry exam. As one parent noted in a letter to the Preschool

in Highlands Ranch who are faced

Director, her son scored high in his entry exam and demonstrated

with the important question of what

proficiency in: letter and sound recognition, counting forwards

Preschool your child should attend.

and backwards, sight words, name writing, colors and shapes and

With a variety of options to choose

basic math as examples. This parent noted the important role the

from, not only are parents looking

HRCA Preschool teachers played in his learning and success. In

for convenience, but they are looking for quality teachers and

addition to our more formal preschool program, Eastridge offers

progressive curriculum. Ensuring that basic learning objectives

an Enrichment program that can be paired with a preschool or

are being covered while still preparing their child for the step

pre-k class for full day child care. In Enrichment the teachers

into kindergarten are qualifications that are often a large part of

continue the learning objectives set forth in the classroom and

the decision making process. The Highlands Ranch Community

give the children hands on opportunities for the application of

Association offers a progressive Preschool and Pre-K program.

their learning. In Enrichment, children do pottery, computers,

With a variety of classes to choose from, there are five, three

dance, architecture, swimming, nature hour and more. For more

and 2 half day and full day programs available at Eastridge and

information, please call 303-471-8881.

Westridge. Our incredibly talented teachers build challenging

I t ’ s ti m e to A C T The Highlands Ranch Community Association is offering the

strategy manual. The focus of the

ACT Test prep class in preparation for the National ACT exam

four class session is on English, Math,

to be held on September 10, 2011. This class teaches learning

Reading and Science. For more

strategies by a National Board Certified Teacher ®. Students

information for your high school

receive the official ACT preparation guide and an additional

student, please call 303-471-8818.

T u m blin g , T u m ble W ee d s This month, enroll your child in the

Tots to 3rd grade tumbling, there are classes for every child.

variety of tumbling classes that we

Consider trying one of our fun summer tumbling camps like You

offer at Northridge. With classes for

Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream Tumbling, Firecracker

children as young as 12 months to

Camp or Flip and Dip one day camps! Children will swim and

children 9 years of age, there is bound

tumble in many of these camps and do a craft project as well. It’s

to be a class that suits your child’s

a great way to spend the summer! For more information, please

interests and needs. From Tumble

call 303-471-8818.

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fac ility closures July 4 - Eastridge closed all day Northridge, Southridge, & Westridge all close at 5:00 p.m.

July 4-8 - Eastrdige & Northridge Nurseries closed July 9, 16, 30 - Northridge Outdoor Pools closed 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for HRCA SST Swim Meet July 16 - Eastridge Outdoor Pools closed 6:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for Tri N July Triathlon Check the web site for the most up-to-date closure information.

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community partners

For event details, see page 5 or visit HRCAonline.org July 1 Lollipop-Looza Kids’ Carnival July 4

July 4th Parade, Run, & Celebration

July 6 Spotlight on the Plaza - Mid-Life Crisis July 7 Summer Concert Series - Soul School July 9-16

Highlands Ranch Carnival

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Board Working Session* 6:00 p.m.

July 14 Summer Concert Series - Dotsero July 15 Culture on the Green - Denver Concert Band July 16-17 Rodeo in the Ranch July 19

RAC & Board Meeting* 6:30 p.m.

(Recreation Advisory Committee monthly Meeting of Delegates)

July 21 Summer Concert Series - Chris Daniels & The Kings July 28 Summer Concert Series - Chase N The Dream * These meetings are at Eastridge and 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).