Snow Removal
With all the great snow we have received, we want to remind the community about snow removal protocols in RVR. The streets and public bike paths throughout River Valley Ranch are maintained by the Town of Carbondale. For information about the Town of Carbondale Snow and Ice Control Guidelines, click here.
For those of you who live in The Settlement or Old Town, River Valley Ranch contracts with Aspen Grove to provide snow plowing services. Below are the thresholds that will trigger service in those neighborhoods:
- Old Town—to be plowed at 2” of accumulation
- Settlement—1/2” of snow triggers only north facing driveways to be plowed; 3/4” triggers all driveways in Settlement to be plowed.
For residents the Boundary, the Twenty Four and Crystal Bluffs, please contact your Board of Directors or property manager should you have any questions.
*An important reminder: Please use caution and have patience around snow removal vehicles given their limited visibility.
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2023 Budget Vote
Last week you received, by e-mail, a ballot to vote on the 2023 budget. Don't forget to vote! The last day to submit your ballot is Monday, Dec. 12. The results of the budget ratification vote will be announced at the December 14 monthly board meeting. The Board thanks you for your involvement and engagement in developing the 2023 budget.
*For an in depth version of the 2023 Master Budget please visit rvrma.org.
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Community Dialogue Session
Please join us for a community dialogue session with RVRMA Board President, Michael Banbury, on Thursday, Dec. 15 at the Ranch House. Attendees can stop by anytime between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.
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Holiday Party Fun
Thank you to all who came out for the Annual Holiday Party. We had a jolly good time hosting!
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Holiday Hours
To give our hard-working team time with their families during the holiday season, we will be closed Christmas Eve, Christmas day and New Years day. Be sure to mark your calendar for upcoming Ranch House Holiday Hours.
- December 24 | Closed
- December 25 | Closed
- December 26 | Normal hours (6 a.m.- 8 p.m.)
- December 31 | 6 a.m.-5 p.m.
- January 1 | Closed
- January 2 | Normal Hours (6 a.m.- 8 p.m.)
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The Ranch House will close at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 15 for an all staff holiday party.
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Holiday Mail
During the busy holiday season we ask that you practice good postal etiquette and check your mailbox regularly. There is limited space in each box and with the holidays, many residents will be receiving catalogs, packages and other bulk mail. If your box is full, the post office may have to return your mail to the sender.
Remember that if you are heading out of town, you should put your USPS Mail Delivery on hold. You can do so on the USPS website here. Members can also sign up for informed delivery by USPS. This allows you to see photos of your mail prior to its arrival for free! Click here for more information.
If you are interested in unsubscribing to all the junk mail you receive, you can visit the DMAchoice website for more information on how you can control what goes in your mailbox.
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Children's Story Time
Saturday, Dec. 17 | 4 - 5 p.m.
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Santa is coming to the Ranch House
for a second date in December!
Friday, Dec. 16 | 5- 6:30 p.m.
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Tom's Door
As a kind reminder, be sure to return any donation gift card(s) into the Tom's door mail slot no later than Saturday, Dec. 10. We thank you in advance for your generosity.
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Featured Photo
This week's featured photo comes to us from RVR resident, Patti Crocket. Thank you Patti, for sharing this handsome guy with us!
We'd like to feature your picture in an upcoming newsletter. If you're interested in having your photo highlighted in the weekly news, please submit images to: jessica.hennessy@rvrma.org.
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Pool & Hot Tub Trespassing
There has been unauthorized late night use of the Ranch House pool and hot tub in recent weeks. For those who attempt to take a dip after hours, remember, the pool and hot tub area are under video surveillance and we are keeping an eye out for any future trespassing.
If homeowners happen to witness this prohibited activity, please do not hesitate to call the Carbondale PD.
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Green Tip
Please enjoy the following eco-friendly tidbit brought to you by Friends of the Environment:
There’s so much pressure to give “stuff” for the holidays, but there are some approaches to giving that may bring more joy and meaning with less waste and environmental impact. You can give the gift of green, literally, with a nice indoor plant. Also, instead of buying new products, consider the gift of an experience such as a park pass, club membership, or tickets to an event. You could make a donation to a charity in a loved one's name. Maybe give something edible like a dessert or snack packaged in a reusable container. Or give the gift of your talents, like organizing, sewing, repairing, cooking, or gardening!
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RVR Pond
We have received calls reporting children walking on the frozen retention pond in RVR. This type of activity is strictly prohibited and dangerous. Please stay safe and stay off the pond!
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Holiday Gift Baskets
- Become a Holiday Angel
- Purchase Individual Gifts
- Make a Donation Online
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New Fitness Class
Join us for Booty Class!
Booty is a strength training and conditioning class designed to target your glutes. It focuses on developing, toning, and shaping your glutes. It will also target core muscles in a challenging mix of stabilizing exercises.
Tina's Instructor Bio:
I was born and raised in Argentina, Buenos Aires, and have been a Colorado local for 9 years.
I’m a certified personal trainer, boxing coach, and I’m looking to major in sport science.
As my personality goes, you will quickly find out, I’m fun, persistent, disciplined and I’m always dancing. I’m here to teach, support, and guide people in reaching their optimal fitness!
*Also announcing Yogalates with Anthony on Wednesday evenings at 5:15 p.m. We look forward to seeing you on the mat!
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Click here for a printable schedule.
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Annual SAWliday open house and art sale on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 12 - 7 p.m.
Click here to learn more.
Deck the Walls Holiday Market, regular hours are Mon-Sat 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Click here for more information.
Bluegrass Christmas with Don Marlin and Friends at The Homestead Bar & Grill on Thursday, Dec 15 from 6 - 9 p.m.
Click here for tickets.
New Years Eve Bash at TACAW with Lowdown Brass Band on Saturday, Dec. 31 at 8:30 p.m.
Click here for tickets.
Winter Fairy Camps at Third Street Studio, Tuesday-Friday mornings, January 3-6, 2023, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for grades 1 through 6.
Click here for more information.
Old Thompson Barn Winter Celebration in Lieu of the New Year Eve Party on Saturday, Jan. 14 from 7 - 10 p.m.
Click here for more information.
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