Following the Board’s unanimous approval of the budget at the November Board Meeting, homeowners were given the opportunity to vote on its ratification. Of the 205 homeowners who participated in the vote, 171 approved the budget and 34 opposed it. As a result, the budget has been ratified and will take effect on January 1, 2026, along with the updated dues:

Homeowners enrolled in auto-pay do not need to take any action; monthly automatic payments will be adjusted to reflect the new rate.

Click here to view the 2026 Assessments by Neighborhood, which are also listed on RVR’s website.

Homeowners who submit payments by mail or use their bank’s bill-pay service will receive invoices reflecting the updated amounts and should ensure their payment settings are adjusted accordingly.

*Homeowners who reside in sub-associations such as the Boundary, Fairway and Crystal Bluffs, should contact their Board of Directors or property manager directly should you have any questions regarding your 2026 dues.

The Town of Carbondale will be holding a regular municipal election on April 7, 2026. Three Board of Trustee seats and the Mayor (all four-year terms) are up for election. Those wishing to run for Trustee may pick up a Nomination Petition beginning January 6, 2026 from the Town Clerk, Patrick Thibault. Qualifications: All candidates must be a qualified elector of the Town, a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years of age, and must have resided in the Town of Carbondale for one consecutive year immediately prior to the date of the election. Petitions must be returned to the Town Clerk no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. The Town of Carbondale is a non-partisan body of local government, therefore, there is no party affiliation designation.

For more information visit the Town Website, or contact the Town Clerk, Patrick Thibault at 970-510-1206 or pthibault@carbondaleco.net.

Details about the Renovation were discussed at December’s Board meeting. You can read the full report by clicking here. Please see the highlights below, and stay tuned for future board reports with more updates.

Roofing Project Update & Pool Area Access

The Ranch House roofing project is ongoing, and due to complexities related to flashing and masonry work above the lap lanes, completion is now anticipated around January 9. 

Previous communications indicated that the lap lanes and hot tubs would be fully open on Friday, Jan. 2, with no roofing work scheduled. However, due to an unexpected opening in the masonry contractor’s schedule, these areas will now be closed on Friday, Jan. 2 from 7:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Lap Lanes & Hot Tubs — Open Days and Hours

Administrative Office Impacts

Beginning around January 5, there may be temporary impacts to the Administrative Offices as work continues. Staff may relocate to temporary office space in the Executive Board Room during this time. While the timelines are difficult to project, the disturbances could last up to one month. We will continue to keep the community informed as this transition approaches.

As we wrap up the holiday season, we’d like to remind everyone that it’s almost time to take down festive decor.

Per the RVR Holiday Lighting policy, "lighting may be turned on until January 31. Holiday yard ornaments/decorations, visible holiday lights and house icicle lights must be turned off and removed by January 31. Outdoor tree lights must be off after January 31, but homeowners have until March 1 to remove tree lights."

Thunder River Theatre Company invites the RVR theatre group and residents to “Sips & Scripts” on Monday evening, January 12, for a behind-the-scenes look at its upcoming production of the play, “K2”. Enjoy a signature cocktail, observe the first script read-through by the actors, hear design presentations, and then meet and mingle with the cast and creative team. This intimate event, usually offered only to members of the theatre, offers a unique opportunity to connect with artists and ideas that bring a professional play to life.   

For more information or to make a reservation, contact Dori Libson at dorilibson@gmail.com or 410-271-4075.

This week’s featured photo, taken by Fred Henry, beautifully captures fresh snow blanketing Sopris Mountain.

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

Visit RVR4Good's website here to learn how you can get involved. A LiftUp donation bin is also available at the Ranch House front desk.

The Naughty Knitters are returning to cozy, in-home gatherings this winter, meeting every Tuesday at 3 p.m. To find out this week’s location, please contact Sarah Murr at sarahmurr100@gmail.com.

The RVR Ski Club is delaying the start of its meet-ups due to current snow conditions and limited open terrain. Stay tuned for updates.

Click here to view the Town of Carbondale meeting calendar.

View the 2026 Waste TOC Collection Calendar.

Special Holiday Hours Listed Below!

The Homestead will remain open in the off-season due to popular demand! Stop by the Homestead Golf Restaurant and enjoy great food, a friendly atmosphere, and beautiful views right here in RVR. With new winter hours, it’s a perfect spot to meet friends, relax, and support a local gem.

Click here to view their menu - Dinner specials listed here.
Click here to view upcoming events.  

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.

Below are the thresholds that will trigger service in the Old Town & Settlement neighborhoods, which are contracted with RVRMA:

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.

*Residents of the Boundary, the Twenty-Four and Crystal Bluffs can contact your Board of Directors or property manager should you have any questions.

As part of the 2026 approved annual budget, fitness fees will change from $3/class to $4/class beginning January 1. 

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