Mailbox Relocation - Sunday, Oct. 26

Mailroom:
As previously discussed, our mailroom will be renovated this winter. To accommodate this work, a temporary mailroom has been set up. All existing mailboxes will be relocated on Sunday, October 26, with the process completed before Monday, October 27.

Please note that mail pickup will be unavailable on Sunday, October 26 while the boxes are being moved. Otherwise, we expect a smooth transition. Your current box number and key will remain the same—you’ll simply collect your mail at the new temporary location.

Should there be complications as this takes place we will do our best to communicate throughout the process.

Project Delays:
As discussed in Wednesday’s board meeting, our building permit took longer than anticipated.  While we did complete design stages and apply for the permit in accordance with our original timelines, permits through the Town of Carbondale have been experiencing delays.  Because of this, we anticipate delays in opening this spring. We recommend that you refer to that latest renovation report for details. 

Concrete Work:
The concrete foundations for the east wing and mailroom have begun.

As this work takes place, there will be temporary parking disruptions to accommodate large concrete trucks. We anticipate that approximately half of the parking lot will be closed as necessary. While this will not reduce the number of available parking spaces, it will change the flow of traffic through the parking lot. 

We invite members to use overflow parking on River Valley Ranch Drive or at the Old Thompson Barn parking lot. A big thank you to Brian Leasure for generously opening his parking lot for Ranch House visitors to use!  

Roof Work & Lap Lanes:
Please be aware that the lap lanes and hot tubs are expected to be temporarily closed in mid-November due to roofing work. This closure is necessary to maintain a safe environment for all guests. The exact timing and duration are still being finalized, and we will share updates as soon as more information is available. Our goal remains to keep these areas open as much as possible during the project.

Thank you to everyone who joined our budget feedback sessions last week!
We truly appreciate your time and thoughtful input, your feedback helped shape the discussion at October’s Board meeting.

What’s next:
The Board reviewed the proposed 2026 Budget during its October 22 session. If any adjustments are made, they’ll be finalized before the November Board meeting, when the 2026 Budget will be up for approval. Once approved by the board, community voting will begin on Friday, Dec. 5.

Thank you again for being part of this important process, your engagement makes a difference!

- 2026 RVRMA Budget 
- 2026 Old Town Budget 
- 2026 Settlement Budget 
- 2026 Budget Formulation Timeline

On Sunday, we celebrated RVR’s annual Kids’ Halloween Party! Families enjoyed a magical afternoon filled with a spellbinding magic show, colorful face painting, and creative pumpkin decorating.

All sorts of spooky and spectacular creatures came out to play—thank you to everyone who joined the fun!

We look forward to seeing many of you at the Adults' Boo Bash this Saturday. Details below!

A big congratulations to Sofia Grey, whose guess of 158 came the closest to the actual number of Creepy Crawlers in the jar — 176 Trolli worms!

The RVR clay tennis courts have wrapped up for the season and are now closed.

Thank you to all our players for making it another fantastic year on the courts! We can’t wait to see you back in the spring.

The Ranch House fall leaf dumpster is still available for community use. Thank you for sharing the yard waste dumpster do's and don’ts with your contractors.

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RVR is thrilled to celebrate two of our own Old Town neighborhood athletes, Hazel Lazar and Quinn Carpenter, for their outstanding performances at the Colorado High School Cycling League State Championships held at Colorado Mountain College in Spring Valley.

Hazel Lazar, a senior at Colorado Rocky Mountain School, finished with an impressive 8th place finish in the varsity girl's race. Hazel’s dedication and growth in the sport have taken her from local league races all the way to national and international competition, an incredible journey that started right here in the Roaring Fork Valley.

Quinn Carpenter, a senior at Roaring Fork High School, also raced strong, finishing 6th in the varsity boys race, just seconds off the podium. His grit and consistency throughout the season helped lead the Roaring Fork team to a solid finish in their division.

Please join us in congratulating Hazel and Quinn for their achievements and representing the RVR community with such pride and determination! 

Read more about their races in the Aspen Times coverage of the race.

No RSVP Necessary 

A big thank-you to Christy Wynne (top & bottom left), Mike Waski (bottom middle), and Mike Banbury (bottom right) for sharing these wonderful photos that showcase the vibrant colors right here in our backyard!

Do you have a photo you’d like to share with the community? We’d love to showcase it! Please send your submissions to our Member Services Supervisor, Sarah Gager, at Sarah.Gager@rvrma.org

We’re happy to share that irrigation blow-outs are scheduled to be completed by the beginning of next week. Once your system has been serviced, you’ll find a 2025 sticker placed on your controller as confirmation that the work is done.

Thank you for your patience as we wrap up this seasonal maintenance!

We’ve had another coyote sighting in the neighborhood, this one around 5:35 p.m. near Perry Ridge and Crystal Bridge Drive. 

As these beautiful animals become more accustomed to our neighborhood sights and sounds, please keep pets leashed and be mindful during evening walks. A little extra awareness helps keep both wildlife and our furry friends safe!

Image submitted by Bob Limacher.

Click here to read more from Colorado Parks and Wildlife
on crossing paths with wildlife.

Looking to make a positive difference in the Carbondale community? RVR4Good brings neighbors together to support local non-profits in areas like education, food security, the arts, health, and human services. Join us in lending a hand and helping our community thrive.

Join RVR4Good at their upcoming meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the Ranch House.

Below, you’ll find several upcoming ways to get involved, including drives, events, and initiatives supporting our neighbors and local organizations. Click the links below to dive deeper on how you can help.

The Town of Carbondale recently shared an update regarding reports of vehicle and home entries in the River Valley Ranch neighborhood. While the Carbondale Police Department is actively investigating, they are also asking residents to stay alert and take simple precautions like locking doors and removing valuables from vehicles.

This is a great time to double-check your home and car security and look out for your neighbors. If you notice anything unusual, please reach out to the Carbondale Police Department at 970-963-2662.

You can read the full press release here.

Click here to sign up to received updates from the Town of Carbondale.

 Discover what’s happening next with RVR’s social clubs and come join the fun!

RVR Ski Club

Ready for another great season on the slopes? The RVR Ski Club is back, and we’d love for you to join! Interested? Contact Michael Korber at mbkorber@gmail.com or 970-901-2115.

Naughty Knitters

Tuesdays at 3 p.m.

The Naughty Knitters meet weekly at the Ranch House on Tuesdays at 3 p.m. Whether you knit, stitch, or are just curious to give it a try, you’re invited to join in the fun, everyone is welcome!

Interested in staying in the loop? Email Sarah Murr at sarahmurr100@gmail.com to be added to the Neighbors’ Knit & Stitch email list. 

Click here to view the Town of Carbondale meeting calendar.

NEW CLASS- Myofacial Release & Recovery Yoga Class 

Myofascial Release + Recovery class uses RAD Roller therapy balls, gentle stretches, and breathwork to release tension, improve mobility, support recovery, and promote overall body balance—perfect for athletes, those managing chronic tension, or anyone navigating natural changes with aging.

Lindsay Herlinger

Discover the healing power of yoga with Lindsay Herlinger, a RYT-500/E-RYT-200 certified teacher with 1,500+ hours of training. Specializing in Myofascial Release, Yin, and Restorative Yoga, her classes combine breathwork, anatomy expertise, and therapeutic techniques to help you release tension, reduce stress, recover physically, and feel fully balanced—body, mind, and spirit.

970.963.6300  •  www.rvrma.org