CAB MONTHLY NEWSLETTER | February 2023 | | |
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If you’re like many who move to Sterling Ranch, the concept of metropolitan districts and a community authority board is new to you. Some of our residents may be familiar with a metropolitan district, or a homeowner’s association, but few have had the experience of living in a community with a metropolitan district and a special district over multiple districts. We have a unique governance structure and a unique staffing structure.
The Community Authority Board (CAB) is responsible for the public improvements within the Sterling Ranch community, including construction, financing, acquisition, operations, and maintenance of those public improvements. Several departments help oversee the day-to-day responsibilities of the CAB.
Here’s an overview of those departments.
Behind the Scenes: Construction and Finance Departments
The Construction Department oversees the installation of infrastructure, i.e., water and sewer lines, streets, curbs, landscape, etc., while filings are built out and through the warranty period.
The Finance Department oversees water billing, miscellaneous CAB service charges, district tax income, as well as the payment of invoices, and the financial management of the CAB.
Public Administration
As residents and citizens of Sterling Ranch, you’re more likely to have interactions with our Public Administration and Community Experience, and Resident Support teams. You’ve likely seen Cameron Richards or Kaylin Hicks at CAB Board of Directors meetings or at Metropolitan District Meetings. Cameron serves as General Counsel for the CAB and Kaylin is our District Administrator. They have the responsibility to ensure we are meeting the statutory requirements that govern Metropolitan and Special Districts.
Resident Facing: Community Experience and Resident Support Team:
Most often, when you are reaching out to the CAB, you’re working with a member of the Community Experience and Resident Support team. This team handles the majority of the operations and maintenance of the public improvements and overall community experience. Community Experience and Resident Support is made up of two main teams: Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces, and Architectural, Builder, and Community Standards.
The first of these teams, Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces, is led by Jess Ehlen and consists of lifestyle events, maintenance of the open spaces, parks, and amenities that are built and have been transitioned from the Construction department, and staffing the Member Services Ambassadors. Think of this team as “Parks and Rec” for Sterling Ranch!
The Architectural, Builder, and Community Standards team is an important part of the Sterling Ranch experience. Currently reporting to the department director, Jessica Towles, this team works with builders during the initial design phase to ensure we have a cohesive architectural style, and with homeowners as they move into their homes and want to make changes or additions to their homes. Both sides of this team, builder and homeowner, are also responsible for monitoring for compliance with the building standards, and the code of rules for Sterling Ranch.
The Resident Services Team is here to help in any way we can. Please feel free to reach out to the team at 720-660-9694 or Jessica Towles at 720-470-3356.
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Join the Director of Architectural and Community Standards, Bethany Williams, for an informational class about backyard landscaping. This class is for all Sterling Ranch homeowners who want to get the dirt on designing and installing their yards. You can learn about water-wise practices, pre-approved plant lists, planting requirements, your irrigation controller, and the Design Review Committee submittal process.
Join us for this in-person class on Thursday, February 2, at 6:00 PM to learn about successfully completing your backyard. The class will take place at the Overlook Clubhouse, 7853 Piney River Ave, Littleton, CO 80125.
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Is it your time to get involved in the governance at Sterling Ranch? The Sterling Ranch Community Authority Board (CAB) is seeking qualified residents for a number of different leadership opportunities, and we hope you will consider these opportunities. Currently, CAB has the following committee and Metropolitan District board seats available. You can click the button below to learn more about available opportunities.
You'll also be able to learn more about getting involved by attending the Candidate Information Session on Monday, February 6, at 5:30 PM. This information session will be held at the Overlook Clubhouse.
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Meeting dates, times, and locations are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information on meetings, see the Community Calendar.
Resident Advisory Committee Meeting - Wednesday, February 1, 5:00 PM. This meeting is held in person at the Overlook Clubhouse.
Design Review Committee Meeting - Thursday, February 2, 9:00 AM. This meeting is held in person at the Overlook Clubhouse.
Candidate Information Session - Monday, February 6, at 5:30 PM. This will be held in person at the Overlook Clubhouse.
Community Standards Committee Meeting - Tuesday, February 7, 5:00 PM. This meeting is held in person at the Overlook Clubhouse.
CANCELED - SRMD No. 3 Meeting - Thursday, February 9, 4:00 PM. This meeting is held in person at the Resident Resource Center.
Design Advisory Committee Meeting - Thursday, February 9, 5:00 PM. This meeting is held in person at the Overlook Clubhouse.
Construction Committee Meeting - Friday, February 10, 10:00 AM. This meeting is held virtually.
Finance Committee Meeting - Friday, February 10, 1:00 PM. This meeting is held virtually.
SRMD No. 2 Meeting - Monday, February 13, 5:00 PM. This meeting is held in person at the Overlook Clubhouse.
SRMD No 1, 4-7, Subdistrict 4A - 4D & 7A - 7C Meeting - Wednesday, February 15, 12:00 PM. This meeting is held in person at the Overlook Clubhouse.
CAB Board Meeting - Wednesday, February 15, 1:00 PM. This meeting is held in person at the Overlook Clubhouse.
Design Review Committee Meeting - Thursday, February 16, 9:00 AM. This meeting is held in person at the Overlook Clubhouse.
Design Advisory Committee Meeting - Thursday, February 23, 5:00 PM. This meeting is held in person at the Overlook Clubhouse.
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INTRO TO THE PARKS - RESCHEDULED | |
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One of the best parts of Sterling Ranch is your access to many outdoor activities. Intro to the Parks is a time to get to know all these activities and those who run them. Each park presents information on what they have to offer. After the presentation, you'll have an opportunity to chat with each representative to learn more.
Intro to the Parks
Tuesday, February 21
7:00 PM
Sterling Center
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New Owner Orientation
Wednesday, February 8
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Overlook Clubhouse
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Youth Carnival Party
Saturday, February 11
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Overlook Clubhouse
Registration Required
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Active Minds
Topic: Iran
Tuesday, February 14
10:00 AM
Overlook Clubhouse
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Bingo
Thursday, February 16
6:30 PM
Sterling Center
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Intro to the Parks
Tuesday, January 17
7:00 PM
Sterling Center
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Teen Night - Rolling Video Games
Friday, February 24
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Registration Required
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Interested in joining a club? Come see what each club has to offer!
Club Fair
Saturday, February 25
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Overlook Clubhouse
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Storytime with Douglas County Libraries
Monday, February 27
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sterling Center
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Trivia Night
Wednesdays
7:00 PM
Sterling Center
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Sign up for event email notifications!
The CAB website's community calendar hosts all the latest and greatest event information and registration links. Be sure to sign up for notifications when new events get posted so you can be the first to know and register!
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Whether you love art, music, festivals, food, or just people watching, there is something for everyone. We have compiled a list of fun, interesting, and family-friendly events nearby for you to explore: | |
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Valentine's Tea at the Castle
Cherokee Ranch & Castle
February 12 or 14
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Denver Botanic Gardens February Events
Chatfield Farms or York Street
February 1 - 28
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Denver FamilyFest
Wings Over the Rockies
Febraury 18
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I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change
Town Hall Arts Center
February 16 - March 19
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NOW OPEN! THE AESTHETIC CLINIC AT VISIONAIRE
Visionaire is proud to announce the addition of their newest provider Dr. Cassandra Ragsdale. Now taking clients for the following treatments and more!
- Treatment of skin laxity with PDO thread lifting.
- Neuromodulating with Xeomin.
- Dermal fillers with hyaluronic acid, biostimulants, smooth thread.
- Skin rejuvenation with Radiofrequency microneedling, fractional CO2 laser.
- Treatment of skin discoloration, redness and vascularity with IPL.
- Skin conditioning, treatment of acne and scarring, hair removal, skin aging and laxity around the eyes such as non-surgical blepharoplasty and so much more!
GIVEAWAY!
Visionaire Eye Consultants would like to introduce Dr. Cassandra Ragsdale! She will be offering aesthetic medical treatments at the Visionaire office at Sterling Ranch. To introduce Dr. Ragsdale and The Aesthetics Clinic at Visionaire we are offering a giveaway!
To Enter:
Follow @theaestheticclinicatvisionaire on Instagram
Like the: Giveaway Post and tag a friend in the comments.
The winner will be announced at a Meet and Greet on February 16 at 6:00 PM at the Sterling Center.
1 Winner will be chosen for the choice of 1 treatment of filler for lips or cheeks or Neuro-Modulator, similar to Botox injections, for a brow lift, crow's feet or forehead, and frown lines.
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CELEBRATE YOUR HEART BY LEARNING CPR
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death among adults in the United States, killing roughly 320,000 Americans annually, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Generally considered a problem among the elderly, SCA also strikes middle-aged adults, teenagers, and children.
Adopting healthier lifestyles—more exercise, better nutrition, cessation of smoking—can reduce the risk of SCA, but some factors such as family history and genetics can’t be mitigated.
Prevention isn’t enough; patients also rely on bystanders—loved ones or strangers—to react promptly and safely to make a difference.
Learning how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and operate an automated external defibrillator (AED) can make that difference. The South Metro Safety Foundation offers certification courses in CPR and AED use. Check out its schedule at www.southmetrofoundation.org.
By Einar Jensen, Risk Reduction Specialist
South Metro Fire Rescue
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