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Meridian Ranch Community Directory

MSMD Board of Directors:

President:Butch Gabrielski

Secretary/ Treasurer:Wayne Reorda

Asst Secretary/ Treasurer:

Bill GessnerMike FentonTom Sauer

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Rec Center Events August 2019Bingo Night: August 10th Contact the Rec Center for more information

Parent’s Night Out: August 16th from 5:30 until 10:00 pm

Flick-n-Float: Surf's Up August 17th from 6:00 until 8:00 pm

Drop in Basketball: Sundays from 2:30 until 5:00 pm

Drop in Pickleball: Wednesdays from 6:00 until 8:00 pm

Drop in Volleyball: Thursdays from 6:00 until 8:00 pm

Group Exercise classes are being added weekly. Check with the Rec Center for an updated schedule.

AOA:

Chair Yoga: Wednesdays at 9:30 am

Quilting Club: August 14th from 5:00 until 8:00 pm and August 28th from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm and 5:00 until 8:00 pm

Pinochle: August 1st & 15th at 12:30 pm

Mexican Train Dominos: August 8th & 22nd at 12:30 pm

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A Safety Reminder From D49As the seasons turn and students return to school, you will notice that the Meridian Ranch landscape has changed. To increase the safety of our students in the Falcon Zone, a 4-way stop has been installed at Londonderry and Rainbow Bridge.

Students, please refer to these guidelines when returning to school this fall:

1. Please use caution when approaching this intersection. Don’t forget to come to a complete stop.

2. Crosswalks have been installed to increase the safety of our students to and from school. Please ensure that you come to a complete stop before the indicated lines on the road.

3. Take a look around and see if there are any other cars at the 4-way stop. Please Remember this golden rule: automobiles leave the stop sign or traffic light in the same order in which they arrived at the stop. Therefore, if you arrive at a 4-way stop first, then you are first to leave.

4. At a four-way stop, if two vehicles reach the intersection simultaneously, the vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right.

Thank you for attention to the new traffic patterns and your priority in keeping the students in the Falcon Zone safe!



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Manager’s Message

Lifeguard Competition: Many of our lifeguards are participating in a Lifeguard Olympics competition near Denver. Next time you’re at the Meridian Ranch Recreation Center pools, ask a lifeguard how they did. We are very proud of the extensive skills and training that our lifeguards have acquired.

Street Improvements: When driving on Londonderry Drive, be sure to watch out for the new stop signs at the east end near the schools. This is a long-awaited safety improvement that will especially serve our students and other pedestrians who cross Londonderry. We are hopeful the County Public Works Department will soon be performing pavement improvements on Londonderry’s west end. The next section of Lambert Road is expected to be paved and opened during October.

Falcon Freedom Days: Our annual independence celebration this year was a big success thanks to our District staff and the hosting Antler Creek Golf Course. Also, we are very appreciative of the many donors whose contributions helped to cover the costs of the events. The day started with a 5K run and the kids bicycle parade. The Blood Bank mobile unit was parked at the Rec Center to receive your blood donations. Afternoon events included many booths and exhibits, face painting, a magician, bounce houses, petting zoo, emergency vehicle displays, and more. The afternoon transitioned into the evening BBQ by the Shafer’s Steak House at CreekView Grill and music by Broseph from Nashville. By the way, it was the band’s manager who won the morning 5K Run! The night ended with a fantastic fireworks display.

School Openings: Looking ahead, remember that school starts in August and we all must be watching out for our students walking to school and the additional vehicle traffic on school routes. Please drive, bike, and walk safely!

As always, you can learn much about our community and the District that serves you by checking our website at: www.meridianranchmetro.org. You can also call our office at 719-495-6567 or stop by in person (We’re in The Shops at Meridian Ranch).

David A. Pelser, General ManagerMeridian Service Metropolitan District – Water, Sewer, Drainage, Parks, Recreation

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August Design Review Council Corner

Meridian Ranch DRC no 1 and DRC no 2 are proud to announce the June Yards of the Month!

9835 Kings Canyon; 12725 Sunrise Ridge and 10907 Mt. Evans

Thank you to Heinrich’s tree farm, Home Depot and Lowes for assisting the DRC with prizes for our winners!



Design Review

Council Corner

Questions? We are here to help you make your living in Meridian Ranch as stressless as possible. Please contact your Meridian Ranch DRC Management Team:

Jamie Adams, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, Managing Agent: [email protected]

Julie Sampson, Governance Director: [email protected] Chaylyn Petrik, DRC Administrator (DRC no 2): [email protected]









9835 Kings Canyon 12725 Sunrise Ridge 10907 Mt. Evans

Meridian Ranch Community Clean Up Days was held on June 17th - 19thThank you to the Girls and Boy Scouts who came out to help remove trash from trails number 3 and 4!Thank you to the Falcon Cheer Team who came out to help remove trash from trail number 1!We appreciate YOU!32 roll offs, provided by HBS, were utilized for the three- day community clean up! Over 60 bags of trash was collected by our volunteers on Monday, June 17th! The DRC has seen a difference with landscapes cleaned up and sides and front of homes clear of clutter! We watched one resident make 6 trips from her home to the dumpsters! Way to go!

The Goodwill Truck stationed at the Stonebridge Lodge collected furniture, sports equipment, and clothing. The entire truck was full after one day!

REMINDER: The Meridian Ranch community (with the exception of Stonebridge) is governed by a Design Review Council, not a Homeowners Association. Please take time to review the FAQ’s for the Meridian Ranch community. They can be found on the websites.

www.meridianranchdrc.nabrnetwork.com or www.meridianranchdrc2.nabrnetwork.com; Resources; FAQ’s

The community is governed by the Design Review Council "DRC" that enforces the Conditions, Covenants, and Restrictions for Meridian Ranch DRC ("CC&R's") and the Meridian Ranch Design Guidelines. The "DRC" is not a homeowner’s association (HOA) as the homeowners do not own common property within the community. The "DRC" is a nonprofit corporation which is governed under the Colorado Non-Profit Act.

Community Clean Up was a Success! Meridian Ranch Community Clean Up Days was held on June 17th - 19th.

Thank you to the Girls and Boy Scouts who came out to help remove trash from trails number 3 and 4!

Thank you to the Falcon Cheer Team who came out to help remove trash from trail number 1!

We appreciate YOU!

32 roll offs, provided by HBS, were utilized for the three- day community clean up! Over 60 bags of trash was collected by our volunteers on Monday, June 17th! The DRC has seen a difference with landscapes cleaned up and sides and front of homes clear of clutter! We watched one resident make 6 trips from her home to the dumpsters! Way to go!





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Antler Creek Golf Course boasts superb conditions this summer

Here at Antler Creek Golf Course, we take pride in providing you with an award winning unique golf experience at Colorado's longest golf course. Whether you are one of our A- List members or a first time Antler Creek golfer, when you walk in to our pro shop our general manager, Wayne Reorda, or one of his staff will provide you with outstanding service that we offer all our valued customers. When you walk out to the grounds you will quickly see why we have been voted one of the best courses in the area. Our grounds staff, led by our golf course superintendent, Andy Maxey, have worked hard and have made and continue to make improvements to the grounds that will make your golf experience most enjoyable.

While other courses are cutting back or closing we continually work on improving our course so it remains a valuable recreational amenity to Meridian Ranch. For more information please visit our website, antlercreekgolf.com, or call us at 719-494-1900.

We had a blast at the community Meet and Greet at the Stonebridge Lodge! Thank you to the homeowners who attended and met their neighbors! There were 66 residents representing 27 homes who enjoyed the summer day and Patty’s Gourmet Burgers and Refreshments! Please enjoy the pictures!

We look forward to building community together as we plan more events in the coming months and years!

StonebridgeHOACornerAugust2019

We had a blast at the community Meet and Greet at the Stonebridge Lodge! Thank you to thehomeownerswhoattendedandmettheirneighbors!Therewere66residentsrepresenting27homeswhoenjoyedthesummerdayandPatty’sGourmetBurgersandRefreshments!Pleaseenjoythepictures!Welookforwardtobuildingcommunitytogetherasweplanmoreeventsinthecomingmonthsandyears!

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Developer News Construction Underway on Phase 2 of The Shops at Meridian Ranch

Construction began on Phase 2 of The Shops at Meridian Ranch in June, with an anticipated completion by the end of this year. Phase 2 will add 17,000 square feet of retail space along Meridian Road just north of the existing retail center, with the potential to add another 13,000 square feet building to the site. For more information, go to shopsatmeridianranch.com.


Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

August 20191 D49 1st Day of School

AOA Pinochle 12:30pm

Volleyball 6:00 - 8:00 pm

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4Adult Basketball

Drop-In2:30 - 5:00 pm

5First Day of School

for Preschool

Volleyball Drop-In6:00 - 8:00 pm

6 7 AOA Chair Yoga 9:30 am

Pickleball Drop-In6:00 - 8:00 pm

8 AOA Mexican Train Dominos 12:30 pm

Volleyball 6:00 - 8:00 pm

9D49 Elementary School

Assessments*

Bingo Night @ Rec Center

Bunco at CreekView Grill 6:00 - 9:00 pm

10* E l e m e n t a r y s c h o o l assessment days are used to assess student progress at different points in the school year. See school websites for information on schedule impacts at each campus.

11Adult Basketball

Drop-In2:30 - 5:00 pm

12 Volleyball Drop-In

6:00 - 8:00 pm

13 14AOA Chair Yoga 9:30 am

Quilting 5:00 - 8:00 pm


15 AOA Pinochle

12:30 pm

Volleyball6:00 - 8:00 pm

16 Parent’s Night Out

5:30 - 10:00 pm

17Flick-n-Float

6:00 - 8:00 pmSurf's Up

18Adult Basketball

Drop-In2:30 - 5:00 pm

19Volleyball Drop-In

6:00 - 8:00 pm

20 21 AOA Chair Yoga 9:30 am


22 AOA Mexican TrainDominos 12:30 pm

Volleyball6:00 - 8:00 pm

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25Adult Basketball

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26Volleyball Drop-In

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27 28AOA Chair Yoga 9:30 am

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News From the Falcon Fire Department

Fire Hydrants: One of the advantages to living in Meridian Ranch is the availability of fire hydrants. Should a fire occur, firefighters have a quick and plentiful supply of water with which to extinguish it. However, they need your help to ensure hydrants are kept clear and accessible.

Maintain Clearances: Fire codes require that firefighters have “unobstructed access” to fire hydrants at all times. This means that landscaping, fencing, or other items must not interfere with a hydrant’s visibility or accessibility. A minimum of three feet of clear space must be maintained around the circumference of a fire hydrant to allow firefighters to work and connect hoses to supply water to the fire engine.

Don’t Park Too Close: As part of maintaining proper clearance, vehicles must not be parked within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. In the event of a fire, firefighters need room to connect large diameter hose for water supply to the fire engine. Parking closer than 15 feet is also illegal under Colorado law.

Keep ‘em Yellow! Yellow might not coordinate well with your home or landscaping, but fire hydrants are painted to be easily visible. Please do not paint them to match the neighborhood decor.

Stay connected with the Falcon Fire Protection District:

Website: www.falconfirepd.org

Facebook: @FalconFireDepartment Twitter: @FalconFireDept

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COLORFALCON FIRE DEPT. – AUGUST 2019 Fire Hydrants One of the advantages to living in Meridian Ranch is the availability of fire hydrants. Should a fire occur, firefighters have a quick and plentiful supply of water with which to extinguish it. However, they need your help to ensure hydrants are kept clear and accessible. Maintain Clearances Fire codes require that firefighters have “unobstructed access” to fire hydrants at all times. This means that landscaping, fencing, or other items must not interfere with a hydrant’s visibility or accessibility. A minimum of three feet of clear space must be maintained around the circumference of a fire hydrant to allow firefighters to work and connect hoses to supply water to the fire engine.

Don’t Park Too Close As part of maintaining proper clearance, vehicles must not be parked within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. In the event of a fire, firefighters need room to connect large diameter hose for water supply to the fire engine. Parking closer than 15 feet is also illegal under Colorado law.

Keep ‘em Yellow! Yellow might not coordinate well with your home or landscaping, but fire hydrants are painted to be easily visible. Please do not paint them to match the neighborhood decor. Keep Up with Falcon Fire Protection District

Website: www.falconfirepd.org Facebook: Falcon Fire Department Twitter: @FalconFireDept

FALCON FIRE DEPT. – AUGUST 2019 Fire Hydrants One of the advantages to living in Meridian Ranch is the availability of fire hydrants. Should a fire occur, firefighters have a quick and plentiful supply of water with which to extinguish it. However, they need your help to ensure hydrants are kept clear and accessible. Maintain Clearances Fire codes require that firefighters have “unobstructed access” to fire hydrants at all times. This means that landscaping, fencing, or other items must not interfere with a hydrant’s visibility or accessibility. A minimum of three feet of clear space must be maintained around the circumference of a fire hydrant to allow firefighters to work and connect hoses to supply water to the fire engine.

Don’t Park Too Close As part of maintaining proper clearance, vehicles must not be parked within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. In the event of a fire, firefighters need room to connect large diameter hose for water supply to the fire engine. Parking closer than 15 feet is also illegal under Colorado law.

Keep ‘em Yellow! Yellow might not coordinate well with your home or landscaping, but fire hydrants are painted to be easily visible. Please do not paint them to match the neighborhood decor. Keep Up with Falcon Fire Protection District

Website: www.falconfirepd.org Facebook: Falcon Fire Department Twitter: @FalconFireDept

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SUMMER FLICK N' FLOATAUGUST 17TH: SURF'S UP 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

This is a FREE event, we hope to see you there!


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Busch and Busch Light 30pk $16.49 Natural Family 30pk cans $16.49 Rolling Rock 18pk $8.99 Budweiser & Bud Light 15pk cans $9.99 Lakefront Variety 12pk bottles $13.99 Malibu 1.75lt $19.99 Ciroc Vanilla 750ml $17.99 Jim Beam Peach in different sizes

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We are a full service professional grooming salon and self-service pet wash. We also have full pet product re-tail here in our salon. Our services vary from full body haircuts to just a simple nail trim.

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THE VIEW FROM MERIDIAN RANCH · Falcon, CO 80831 Bus: 719-495-9515 $894* *Average annual per household savings based on a 2016 national survey of new policyholders who reported savings