The annual CLCC Boat Lottery is here!

Middle Park Conservation District (MPCD) is now taking orders for their spring tree seedling and perennial sale. These are low cost options that will help with future growth on your property. Please note these are not large, mature trees, but will grow to be just that. This is a high demand sale and they will sell out. Order as soon as possible for your best chance to get your choice of trees. See their offerings and ordering instructions here. See the species chart here. Pay special attention to the elevations the trees are able to grow in, and select those that grow up to and above 9000' for best results. Trees will be available for pick up on May 27th in Granby. 

MPCD is also offering wildflower and grass seeds for bulk purchase and a grass mix created especially for the areas affected by the wildfire. Grass and wildflower seed listed on the seedling sale page is available throughout the year and they will not run out of these items. Most perennial grasses and wildflowers will come back in our Columbine areas that were not heavily affected by the fire, but we can always help nature out a little! Seeding in spring can help reduce erosion and will help choke out the noxious weeds that will take this opportunity to grow back stronger and more quickly than ever. See the seeding fact sheet here for information about seeding after wildfire and the East Troublesome Seed Mixes here for information on mixes created specifically for fire recovery. 

If you have lost your home to the East Troublesome Fire, you can get your seed mix for free, thanks to the Grand Foundation! 

The CLCC Weed Warriors will have a very important job this coming spring and summer. Noxious weeds grow back with a vengeance after soil is disturbed and when vegetation is lost. Please contact Katie Ellis at 720-434-1690 or katieswildtree@gmail.com if you would like to volunteer to help with noxious weed mitigation along a stretch of CLCC roads or in a common area after the snow melts.

Please remember that the OHV (snowmobiles, four--wheelers and such) debate is very controversial on both sides for and against. It continues to be hot topic. The Board of Directors asked the community this summer for their input for solutions to having OHV’s in the neighborhood with fair and balanced rules to keep everyone safe. Homeowners in favor and opposed to keeping OHV’s in the neighborhood weighed in. Due to the fire the topic was put to rest till spring, however we are still experiencing some who continue to violate the rules. Most common violations are

Let’s all abide by these rules. Check your Owner Regulations! 

Bernie Guth

Sledding and tubing can be a great way to enjoy winter weather. The joy of speeding down the hill can make it easy to forget that these activities can also lead to injuries. Taking a few safety measures can help keep you and your kids safe on the hills this winter

For safety concerns we ask no sledding on on the roads or the office hill.

With the start of a new year, many people make a list of “New Year’s Resolutions”. Here are some thoughtful resolutions for responsible CLCC residents, guest and renters:

1. Always maintain our neighborhood 15 MPH Speed Limit. (Thanks for slowing down for our neighborhood youngsters and dogs)

2. Sign up for CodeRed (Code Red is used by Grand County Sheriff’s Office to contact you in emergency situations or for critical community alerts)

3.Have your outdoor lights on timer (off by 10 PM)

4.Review your homeowners insurance policy

5.Meet your neighbors if you have not already

6.Purchase the green reflective signs (9-1-1 Reflective address signs SAVE LIVES)

7.Be Wildfire Ready

8.Make sure CLCC has your current information

9.Observe the neighborhood parking rules. No Parking on CLCC Roads

1. Install a programmable thermostat.

2. Use energy efficient light bulbs.

3. Replace existing appliances and electronics with “Energy Star” products. 4. Plug electronic equipment into electronic power strips.

5. Reduce your water heater to 120 degrees. (from energy.gov)

Must be able to communicate effectively, be self-motivated, able to work alone, efficient in all Microsoft and Google applications, and have a proactive approach to work and conflict resolution. Please send resumes to office@columbinelake.com.

In the November Newsletter we introduced the trash lock project to the community. After a rough few months we have been successful with getting the project back on track. We will be emailing everyone's codes out in the next few weeks. Once you receive your code please start using it and make sure everything works and be sure to pass on to your family members/guests and renters.

Liza Eilers

Becky Brentlinger

Rob Shamo

Dave Holst

Mari Fountain

Sally Lowdermilk

Mary Beth Fleurquin