The HrCa Delegates elected three new Board members to serve two-year terms. incumbent

laura Hopkins was re-elected, and new members Scott lemmon and Gregory Terry were

elected at the March 16 annual Meeting. We would like to congratulate the new directors on

their successful election, and thank all the candidates who took time out of their busy schedules

to run for the director position. For more detailed information on our new board members,

and complete election information go to HrCaonline.org/leadership.

laura Hopkins Scott lemon Gregory Terry

n e w t r a s h p r o g r a mThe HrCa has partnered with pro Disposal to offer a preferred provider trash and recycling

program for just $11.33 per month for residents of Highlands ranch beginning april 5.

are you ready?

• The new opt-in trash program divides the Ranch into five trash pick up zones.

• All residents must adhere to the new trash zone schedule (unless you live in a sub association

that currently provides this service).

• To find more information or your trash zone visit HrCaonline.org/trash.

• To join the new program contact Pro Disposal at 303-791-3827.

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annualTuESDAy, APRil 27, 6:00 P.m.

RECREATion CEnTER AT EASTRiDgE

Pursuant to the Bylaws of the Highlands Ranch Community Association, inc., the Annual meeting of members in each Delegate District shall be held to elect a delegate from that district if required.

Elections for even numbered districts and districts without representation are being held this year. Sub-associations elect delegates at their Sub-association Annual meeting.

if you are interested in representing your district or if you have any questions about being a delegate, please call 303-471-8802 for more information.

The presence, in person or by proxy, of ten percent (10%) of all district members entitled to cast votes is required to constitute a quorum at the Annual meeting of members.

your participation whether by returning the proxy forms or attending the meeting is greatly appreciated as it saves the association time and money.

you can determine what district you live in and who your district candidate is at HRCAonline.org/leadership.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORSlaura Hopkins 303-346-0603todd landgrave 303-470-8765scott lemon 303-346-1412Nick robinson 303-791-0840 Gregory terry 303-329-6199 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.

pro DiSpoSal, HrCa’S preFerreD proviDer For

TraSH anD reCyClinG ServiCeS – In 2009 the HRCA

requested proposals for trash collection and recycling from

service providers. pro Disposal was the trash and recycling service provider that

won the preferred provider designation due to the service and price proposal they

developed. The program and new trash service day zones are effective beginning

April 5 in Highlands Ranch. The program and zones are not applicable if you live

in a subassociation that provides these services as part of your assessment to the

subassociation. i hope you will join me in switching to pro Disposal for service at the

rate of $11.33 per month, which includes trash and free recycling. They do not charge

environmental fees or surcharges. Because pro Disposal set the bar at this price,

homeowners in Highlands Ranch will save more than $2 million annually (it stays right

in your pocket) and i hope you will support them. pro Disposal can be reached at

303-791-3827. Sign up today.

HrCa DireCTorS – The HrCa District Delegates re-elected laura Hopkins and

elected Scott lemmon and Greg Terry to the Board of Directors on March 16. i’d like

to welcome them to the HrCa Board. We are looking forward to working with them.

also, i would like to thank all of the candidates who ran for a director position. you

might imagine it takes courage to run for a position at the HrCa. our community would

certainly not be what it is today if we, homeowners, didn’t take an interest in the HrCa.

Dave MarTz anD paul MeyerS – a big thank you goes out to paul and Dave

for their service not only to the HrCa, but to Highlands ranch. These two gentlemen

have served you well in many capacities at the HrCa; committee members, district

delegates, and as directors. They have left their mark on Highlands ranch and we are a

better place to live, work, and play as a result of their involvement.

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.

if you live in an even-numbered District or unrepresented District, you will be receiving

a notice and proxy Card from the HrCa. Get involved; make sure to get to know

your delegate, learn about candidates, choose to run yourself, or support a neighbor

who is running. 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. if you would like more information

about district delegates, please call 303-471-8802 or email rcampbell@hrcaonline.org.

Happy Spring!

COmmUNIT Y SERVICE DAYneiGHBorS HelpinG neiGHBorS

The Highlands ranch Community association is partnering

with Cherry Hills Community Church on a large scale

Highlands ranch community clean up day, Love In Action, on

April 25. The day will consist of well over 1,500 volunteers

going into the Highlands ranch community to help with

spring clean up projects such as picking up litter along major

arterial streets, work to spruce up over 100 homes, recycle

electronics at Town Center north, and beautify the recreation centers and schools.

volunteers will even help feed our firefighters and police.

We are looking for volunteers to help us. We anticipate volunteers working from

11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Several area restaurants will give our volunteers a discount

if they have participated in the day’s events, and are wearing their shirt when they

come in. it will be a great opportunity to give back to our community and encourage

our neighbors to reach out and help each other in times of need. Join us in helping

our neighborhood. More information can be found on our web site.

hOA NEWSiMproveMenT SuBMiTTal proCeSS

We are just beginning to think about spring, but before

you know it, it will be summer. remember that all exterior

improvements to your home must be submitted for

approval through the architectural Committee. For guideline

information, submittal forms, and submittal requirements

please visit HrCaonline.org. The architectural Committee

meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month. in an

effort to handle the high volume of submittals the architectural Department receives,

submittals will need to be in our office no later than noon the Friday before each

meeting. The Committee has 30 days in which to review each submittal, so plan ahead

and be sure to submit prior beginning your project.

volunTeer openinG on THe arCHiTeCTural CoMMiTTee

The architectural Committee is looking for an interested volunteer. The Committee

consists of five members and is responsible for reviewing and approving residential

improvements as well as working to resolve covenant noncompliance issues. The

Committee meets twice a month, on the first and third Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. Members

are asked to perform periodic site reviews between meetings. if you are interested in

serving, please send a letter of interest along with a resume to HRCA, 9568 University

Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80126, fax it to 303-791-6705, or drop it off at the

administration offices in the recreation Center at eastridge.

board motionsDuring the annual Meeting of Delegates, the following actions occurred:

The Delegates elected the following persons to serve two-year terms as Directors: Laura Hopkins, Scott lemmon, and Gregory Terry.

We wish to thank all candidates that chose to run for the Board of Directors: Weylan Bryant, Michael Flower, William Good, Matthew lauer, James Livingston, David Martz, Shon Payne, and Kimberle rupert.

At the March 16, 2010 Board of Directors meeting, the Board took the following actions:

accepted the comments of the Development review Committee from their March 3 meeting.

adopted proposed Guideline amendments to the Residential Improvement Guidelines (RIGs).

adopted the following motions as recommended by the architectural Committee.

1 property for failure to paint the exterior of the home

1 property for failure to remove a commercial vehicle

2 properties for failure to comply with trash can storage

2 properties for failure to remove unsightly materials

4 properties for failure to maintain the property

3 properties for failure to remove an inoperable vehicle

1 property for failure to remove debris and/or trash

approved Saddleup! FoundationTM as the recipient of the Taste of Highlands ranch silent auction.

Accepted the Year Ended December 31, 2009 audited Financial Statements as recommended by the Finance Committee.

Accepted the January 31, 2010 Financial Statements as recommended by the Finance Committee.

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Hrca VoluNteer of tHe MoNtH

lee Spieker – lee began

working with the HrCa

Triathlon program last

summer and currently assists

with the unified basketball

team. lee has been a

Special olympics volunteer

in Denver, littleton, and

now Highlands ranch for over 15 years. lee says, “The

athletes inspire me. They compete for the challenge

and the pure spirit of the game. it gives me great joy to

be a part of their lives and to have them in mine.” lee

has lived in the Denver area for over 30 years, and is

originally from South Dakota. Thank you, lee, for your

commitment to the youth of Highlands ranch!

Creating videos, submitting

nomination forms, a rally, a media

blitz, a community application,

volunteer team meetings, a video

contest, and info meetings have

happened and now we wait and

hope Google will select Highlands

The 9 Health Fair promotes

health awareness and encourages

individuals to assume responsibility

for their own health. The annual

9Health Fair offers free or low-cost

medical screenings. each year the

Highlands ranch fair is coordinated

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volunTeerishowcasedelegate of the month

Joe niemeyer – Joe has

been an HrCa delegate

for District 17 for five years

and has served on several

HrCa special committees.

Joe says, “In my 26-year Air

Force career i was always

temporary in any community.

i try to be heavily involved here, because for the first time

in my life, i can! My family and i love Highlands ranch and

participate in as many concerts and community events as

possible.” Joe loves walking in the big northridge open

space with his dog. He enjoys the many well-maintained

trails, stream, varied vegetation, and wildlife. our

appreciation goes to Joe for his service to the community!

h i g h l a n d s r a n c h b i d F o r g o o g l e

9 h e a lt h F a i r – o w n y o u r h e a lt h

ranch as a community to test their ultra-high speed

in-home network. our Highlands ranch leaders and

organizations came together to submit an application

for Google’s new high-speed fiber project.

To see the community excitement around this project

go to HrCaonline.org/Googlicious.

by the Highlands ranch lions Club and hosted by the

HrCa. please check the web site at HrCaonline.org/

events for screening details and costs. used eyeglasses

will be collected by the Highlands ranch lions Club.

Questions should be directed to 303-791-0099 or email

ddcc@mho.com. Saturday, April 17 • 7:00 a.m. – Noon •

Eastridge • Most screenings are free.

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e a s t e r e G G H u N t

Bring your easter basket to collect all the goodies,

meet the easter Bunny and more. The hunt is held at

10 a.m. SHARP with children separated by age groups.

The hunt is Free to members. program Guests must

pre-register! parking is limited – be sure to arrive early!

The easter Bunny comes rain, snow, or shine!

Saturday, April 3 • 10:00 a.m. Sharp! • Northridge

Park • Members Free; Program Guests $5

upCoMinGievents

H e a l t H B e N e f i t s o f c H o c o l a t e t a s t i N G

Did you know chocolate is healthy?

Julie pech, the Chocolate Therapist,

and the Highlands ranch Community

association are joining together

for a one-hour presentation on the

health benefits of chocolate! Julie has

appeared on national radio shows,

local Tv and talk shows, travels as an

international guest speaker, teaches

classes at Colorado Free university,

and has been featured in numerous

national publications.

each participant will enjoy premium

chocolate tastings and hot tea in

addition to taking home some

“chocolate for later.”

Gather your friends for an evening of

educational fun!

Thursday, April 8 • 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

• Eastridge, Community Room • $17

Member, $20 Guest, $20 day of the

event, if not sold out • Must be 16+

to attend

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

• HRCA Heritage/Adventure Run 5K/10K – Saturday, April 10, 8:30 a.m. Red-Tail

park, Highlands ranch. This event benefits the Mile High pow Wow association. visit

highlandsranchrunseries.com for details.

• Hooked on Fishing – Saturday, May 1, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. or 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., $9

Member, $11 Guest; ages 6-11 years. everything is included and you get to keep the pole!

Class will be conducted by the Division of Wildlife at redstone park pond.

• Taste of Highlands Ranch – Friday, May 7, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. $25 Member, $30 Guest,

Everyone pays $30 the day of the event if not sold out. Enjoy all the food and beverage

you care to have while supporting the chosen local charity, Saddleup! FoundationTM.

V o l u N t e e r f a i r

This is an opportunity for nonprofit organizations to

showcase their volunteer needs and for residents to

learn about volunteer opportunities – all under one

roof. Find a service organization to volunteer for

at the Volunteer Fair. Nonprofit organizations that

would like to be part of this event may email vmiller@

hrcaonline.org for more information. volunteer and

make a difference in your community.

Wednesday, April 21 • 4:00 – 7:30 p.m. • Southridge • Free to attendees and

nonprofit organizations.

N E W ! E L I T E S P R I N G B OA R D D I V I N G The Mile High Dive Club (MHDC) is Colorado’s top ranked

olympic style diving club. HrCa and MHDC have teamed up

to offer this new program offering training for participants ages

13 and older who want to improve on their fundamentals.

This program provides training during the off-season for high

school participants.

Divers learn how to do tuck dives and somersaults in the four diving directions as well as

the correct technique to maximize scores and avoid injury. Classes are offered Monday and

Wednesday evenings at northridge. To register or for more information, visit HrCaonline.

org, call 303-471-8935, or email dball@hrcaonline.org.

T R Y YO U T h RU G B Y L E AG U E Ranch Rugby is partnering with the HRCA to bring this fun league to kids ages 7-15 who

are interested in learning rugby. Teams are coed for ages 11 and under. Ages 12 and up

compete as separate boys or girls teams. Games are on Saturdays.

h R C A / S O C C E R S h O T S C A m P SSoccer Shots is a national soccer program that teaches

children ages 3-6 the basic skills of soccer and places a high

emphasis on character development. Whether your child

wants something to do during off-track or just needs to burn

off some energy, this program is perfect for your little soccer

player. all camps are indoors at the Westridge turf.

YO U N G AT h L E T E S S P O R T S C A m PCome spend spring break with us at sports camp. This program offers a great opportunity

for kids ages 7-12 to explore a wide variety of outdoor sports and other fun school yard

games. Sports Camp is at the Westridge turf.

K I N D E R B A S E B A L LKids ages 3-5 will develop basic baseball skills through various

drills in an organized setting. A 20-minute scrimmage takes

place at the end of the session. parent participation is required.

T-shirt is included. Kinder Baseball is at the Westridge turf.

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M a s s a G e t H e r a P y

New pricing options!

Consider treating yourself to a

Swedish or deep tissue/sports

massage today! Call Certified

Massage Therapist, angie Salas at

720-219-4958 for 30 minute or 60

minute packages. Massage Therapy

makes a great gift and all ages are

welcome!

f i t N e s s a d V e N t u r e

s e r i e s : J a c K a l o P e

c o u r s e

Mark your calendar for April 17 and

join “animal Fitness” for an outdoor

fitness adventure! The course map

can be viewed at HrCaonline.org/

personaltraining. The adventure

starts at 11:00 a.m. at the Mountain

vista High School at the rear main

parking lot. plan for a one to two-

hour workout that will have you

hiking, running, lunging, lifting, and

challenging yourself. ages 13 and up

are welcome. register online or call

303-471-7048.

reCreaTionisports & fitness

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V e r y V e g e t a r i a n This month our cooking instructor will be covering the basics

of creating a nutritious and well-rounded vegetarian meal that

the whole family can enjoy. Sign up with a friend and you’ll

receive 20% off of the second enrollment. This is a great

opportunity to spend an evening away from the house and

learn some new techniques that

will make meal time a treasure.

For more information, please call

303-471-8853.

b u g g i n o u t !april is the perfect time to

encourage your child to explore

the spring season! as flowers

begin to bloom, buds form on

trees, and crickets begin to sing

in the evenings, get your child

excited about these changes!

enroll your two to six year old in our spring classes. From Lady

Bugs on april 6 to Bunny Crossing on April 20, your child will

have a blast! With Easter Essentials and Spring Fling classes on

Thursdays, there is a class every day of the week to give your

child the chance to explore and learn about the season. For

more information please refer to the Activity Guide, pages 31-33

or call 303-471-8818.

Join us Saturday, April 10, noon – 3:00 p.m. at the Eastridge

Gym for bouncers, music, hot dogs, and more! This is a great

event to help you decide the best place for your kids to spend

the summer. Many parents are facing the challenge of finding a

whole summer’s worth of activities as schools in Douglas County

change to traditional or modified schedules. This april the

HrCa is providing you an opportunity to meet with teachers of

our programs, gather information, and make the best decisions

that meet your family’s needs. While you discuss programs

with teachers, your kids can enjoy projects and activities at

each booth, jump in the bouncer,

have lunch, and see first hand the

types of things they could do this

summer. Jump start your planning

by joining us on April 10. You

won’t want to miss the discount

coupons and giveaways that will be

available for use only on the day of

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

F r e e K i d s ’ s u m m e r e x p o

nothing speaks of your

individuality and creativity like

wearing a piece of jewelry that you

designed and made yourself. learn

the basic metalsmithing techniques

in this brand-new weekend

workshop with an internationally-

known award-winning artist who

has been teaching metal classes and workshops for over 20

years. never tried working with metals? This is a great workshop

for beginners as well as those who have had some experience.

you don’t need any artistic talent, just a passion for learning.

you will learn fabrication techniques and leave with several

new pieces of sterling silver and copper jewelry. For more

information please call 303-471-8853.

t r y y o u r h a n d a t m e t a l s m i t h i n g

eDuCaTioniyouth & adult

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facility closures

April 5-10 - southridge, closed for annual Maintenance

April 16 - eastridge Basketball courts, 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.,

closed for 9Health fair setup

April 17 - eastridge Basketball courts & track, all day,

closed for 9Health fair

April 23 - eastridge Basketball courts & track, 7:00 a.m. -

10:00 p.m., closed for Home improvement expo setup

April 24-25 - eastridge Basketball courts & track, all day,

closed for Home improvement expo

April 26-May 1 - Westridge, closed for annual Maintenance

april 3 easter egg Hunt

april 8 Health Benefits of chocolate tasting

april 10 Hrca Heritage/adventure run 5K/10K

april 10 Kids’ summer expo

april 12 Board Working session* 6:00 p.m.

april 17 9Health fair

April 20 RAC & Board Meeting* 6:30 p.m. (Recreation Advisory Committee -

monthly meeting of Delegates)

april 21 Volunteer fair

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

april|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