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 the committee positions that are up in 2024. We hope you will consider these opportunities. Currently, the following committee seats are up for reappointment:

• Community Standards Committee (CSC) - Four (4) openings, appointed by the CAB Board of Directors (1 and 2-year terms)
• Design Advisory Committee (DAC) - Four (4) openings, appointed by the CAB Board of Directors (1 and 2-year terms)
• Resident Advisory Committee - Three (3) openings, appointed by the CAB Board of Directors (1 and 2-year terms)

Interested in learning more about serving on a committee? Attend the Town Hall meeting on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at 6:00 pm at the Sterling Center to learn more!

Interested in applying?

All interested individuals should submit their completed application (Click Here for Application) along with their resume to info@sterlingranchcab.com no later than 5:00 pm next Sunday, March 3, 2024. Should you have any questions regarding volunteer opportunities, please contact us at info@sterlingranchcab.com or 720-661-9694.

Learn more about each committee here:

Community Standards Committee

Design Advisory Committee

Resident Advisory Committee

Do you have questions about community projects, design guidelines, or other community issues? We’re here to help! Below is a brief description of what our resident-facing committees do.

All residents are welcome and encouraged to attend these meetings, especially if you have any specific questions about the committees listed below. Our committee members and CAB staff are happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have. We’ve listed the contact information for the staff liaisons with each committee.

RESIDENT-FACING COMMITTEES

The Resident Advisory Committee (RAC) is responsible for researching and providing recommendations on various community projects and issues assigned by the CAB Board. These projects include parks, amenities, and community services like landscape and trash removal. If you have any questions regarding these topics, you are welcome to attend one of the Resident Advisory Committee meetings.

Staff Liaison: Jessica Towles, Director of Community Experience and Resident Support, jessica.towles@sterlingranchcab.com.

View agenda and meeting minutes here: Resident Advisory Committee meetings.

 The Community Standards Committee (CSC) enforces compliance, helps identify limitations and expected behavior, and assists in the governance of the community rules and regulations. If you have questions about these topics, please attend one of the Community Standards Committee meetings.

Staff Liaison: Bethany Williams, Director of Architectural Review and Community Standards, bethany.williams@sterlingranchcab.com.

View agenda and meeting minutes here: Community Standards Committee meetings.

The Design Advisory Committee (DAC) is responsible for reviewing and recommending homeowner exterior home modifications to the Design Review Committee (DRC). These modifications may include decks, hot tubs, patios, gazebos, and front and rear yard landscaping changes. If you have any questions regarding these topics, please feel free to attend one of the Design Advisory Committee meetings.

Staff Liaison: Bethany Williams, Director of Architectural Review and Community Standards, bethany.williams@sterlingranchcab.com.

View agenda and meeting minutes here: Design Advisory Committee meetings.

Our trash provider is Waste Connections. Waste Connections uses automated trucks to service Sterling Ranch and provide a more efficient trash and recycling experience. The new equipment features a side arm system that makes it easier to maneuver, ensures driver safety, and allows for faster service.

On your service day, please follow these Trash Cart and Container Guidelines:

• Carts must be on the curb by 7:00 am on the day of service (Please do not leave containers on the sidewalk or driveway or block the sidewalk).
• Containers should face the street with handles facing the house and wheels touching the curb (see above).
• Please leave at least 2 feet between each container.
• Do not park personal vehicles within 10 feet of containers on service day.
• Residents must call Customer Service (303-288-2100) to schedule and prepay for large item pickups (i.e., furniture, carpet, wooden pallets).
• Trash should not be higher than the lid of the container or placed on top of the lid.
• Recycled items should be placed inside the container, not on the side. 
• Do not place the following items in carts:
• Hazardous or prohibited waste or materials such as motor oil, tires, batteries, herbicides, pesticides, and acid. 
• Dead animals, dirt, sod, brick, concrete, rocks, construction material, wood, hot ashes, or flammable materials such as solvents, oil, gas, liquid paints, or medical waste.

Large Items are $20.00 per item.

• Do not include any prohibited items.
• All mattresses must be wrapped entirely in plastic.
• Any large pieces of glass or mirrors must be put inside a taped box for removal.

Extra Containers for trash and recycling are available for $6.00 per container per month.

• Extra containers will be billed to the residents.
• Extra containers are subject to price increases.

Call Customer Service at 303-288-2100 to schedule and prepay for large item pickups, i.e. (furniture, carpet, and wooden pallets). For more details, visit the Waste Connections’ website and sign up for service updates with the convenient WasteConnect™ Mobile app.

Meeting dates, times, and locations are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information on meetings, see the Community Calendar.

• Metropolitan District Nos. 1, 4-7. Subdistrict 4A-4D and Subdistrict 7A-7C, Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, February 28, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm, Overlook Clubhouse
• Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, February 28, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Overlook Clubhouse
• Metropolitan District No. 2 Board of Directors, Wednesday, February 28, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Overlook Clubhouse
• Community Standards Committee, Tuesday, March 5, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Overlook Clubhouse
• Resident Advisory Committee, Wednesday, March 6, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Overlook Clubhouse
• Design Review Committee, Thursday, March 7, 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Overlook Clubhouse
• Metropolitan District No. 3, Thursday, March 7, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Overlook Clubhouse
• Design Advisory Committee, Tuesday, March 12, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Overlook Clubhouse
• New Homeowners Orientation, Wednesday, March 13, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Overlook Clubhouse; register here.
• Finance Committee, Thursday, March 14, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Remote
• Landscaping Class, Thursday, March 14, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Overlook Clubhouse; register here.

TASK FORCE NOTIFICATION

Notification Re: House Bill 23-1105 – Concerning the Creation of Task Forces to Examine Issues Concerning HOAs and Metropolitan Districts.

This past summer, HB 23-1105 was signed into law. This bill created a "Task Force" within the Department of Regulatory Agencies to examine issues affecting property owners in Metropolitan Districts in Colorado, including 1) tax levying authority and practices, 2) foreclosure practices, 3) communications with homeowners regarding metropolitan district processes and homeowner rights and responsibilities; governance policies including voting and election policies.

The Task Force was appointed on November 1, 2023, and is currently holding meetings to examine these issues. They shall issue a report by June 15, 2024.

A full link to the adopted bill and legislative history can be found here: https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb23-1105. 

The next meeting is this Monday, February 26 from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Please see the agenda here. Register for the meeting here or view the meeting live on You Tube.

Check out this week's activities and events in our Ranch Life e-newsletter.

FOOD TRUCKS AT STERLING RANCH

According to U.S. News, Denver has once again been named as the hottest housing market in the United States. The city boasts of several strong points, including low unemployment, few mortgage delinquencies, low rental vacancy rates for investors, and a positive ratio of building permits to job growth. However, the low housing supply and a low ratio of building permits to new household growth will continue to support home prices, while maintaining a floor on rents until more housing inventory becomes available.

The housing market analysis of the hottest housing markets is based on the U.S. News Housing Market Index, which uses a broad range of data points to rank the covered metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) from freezing to blazing on a scale of 1-100. Denver scored 74.8 on the index, up by 7.4 points year-over-year through December. The ranking is based on data from December 2023.

The other metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) that made it to the top five list are Raleigh, North Carolina (73.7), Virginia Beach, Virginia (73.2), Durham, North Carolina (72.8), and Charlotte, North Carolina (72.0).

During the pandemic, these markets benefited from unusually low mortgage rates and the need for more living space. Even as more workers returned to offices and higher mortgage rates made buying less affordable, these MSAs have remained popular. Additionally, these MSAs offer the amenities found in larger cities without the downsides of a huge metro area like New York, Los Angeles, or Chicago. Read the complete article here.

• Tim Moore takes vacant seat: Tim Moore has been appointed to the Douglas County School Board to fill the vacant seat left by Mike Peterson who resigned in December. Moore worked decades for the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office until he was asked to resign in 2021. He has served on multiple boards. Learn more about him here. 
• Douglas County officials answer election questions: As members of the public questioned the fairness of the upcoming election and the possibility of voter fraud, Douglas County elected officials responded by saying that safeguards are in place. Learn more here. 
• Boys and Girls State: American Legion participants are seeking high school juniors for an immersive learning experience about political parties and their role in shaping Colorado government. In addition to students having the opportunity to interact with various state delegates, the program involves civics, political science and the structure of the government. Learn more here. 

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• Sterling Ranch is a proud member of the Northwest Douglas County Chamber and Economic Development Corporation (NWSCO). We partner with the Chamber to connect us with local businesses, provide advocacy support, and keep us at the forefront of business development. Check out the Chamber's website and event calendar.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES FEBRUARY 23 - MARCH 3, 2024

Please give yourself extra time and pay attention to posted speed limits and signage. If weather conditions do not allow this work to take place as originally scheduled, crews will conduct this work at a later date.

C-470 and US 85 Interchange Reconstruction

Interchange reconstruction continues as crews work offline on the C-470 on- and off-ramps and prepare the old US 85 bridge for demolition to reconstruct the new eastern portion of the bridge. 

Daily Impacts

• There are no major impacts this week.
• Full closure of Carder Court, east of US 85 continues through February for utility work.

Help keep the construction zone safe:

Please pay extra attention and follow all posted signage throughout the construction zone. Expect increased enforcement to ensure the safety of crews and motorists. Pedestrians and bicyclists are not permitted in the work zone. Please use signed and signaled intersections to cross US 85.

For more detailed information, please visit the Douglas County Public Works Department website. Please give yourself extra time and pay attention to posted speed limits and signage. Avoid road closure frustrations and plan your drive in advance by signing up for US 85 construction alerts using this link.