Short Term Rental Amendment Vote |
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Deadline to submit your vote is December, 31 2023.
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If you have not yet cast a vote for the Fourth Amendment to the RVRMA Master Declaration, we encourage you to do so. Paper ballots are available at the Ranch House (or via mail) should you prefer that method. We are happy to assist any homeowners seeking assistance, please feel free to reach out. Printed copies of the proposed Fourth Amendment are also available.
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Long Range Planning Survey |
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You were recently invited to participate in a survey surrounding a proposed improvement plan to our Ranch House facility. This valuable feedback will be used to shape the final details of a proposal.
The next step in the process is for the Long-Range Planning Committee to discuss the overall plan in light of the survey results.
A big thanks for all who took the time to participate, we will continue to discuss this important community topic in public meetings.
The results are now being shared with the community and can be found at this this link.
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Irrigation Blow-Out Update |
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RVR crews continue to work on the irrigation blow-out process. Lower Crystal Canyon Drive, South Bridge Court and the Old Town neighborhood are now complete. Upper Crystal Canyon Drive will be finished by Monday. We will update the community as the process continues.
If your irrigation controller is in your garage, please provide a garage code to allow the irrigation crew access to your controls. You may contact Travis Green, Facilities & Grounds Superintendent, at travis.green@rvrma.org.
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Employee Spotlight: Rachel |
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Employee Spotlight: Want to get to know the Ranch House team better? Check out the Employee Spotlight each week, which will feature a different employee.
Rachel Kelmanson, Front Desk
Rachel works full-time at the Ranch House front desk and has been here for over three years! She was born in the UK. More than 6 years ago, Rachel came to visit family who live in Carbondale, and never went home! She fell in love with being in the mountains, loves the outdoors, the hiking trails, and the sunshine. Rachel especially enjoys hiking to alpine lakes, her favorite is the Thomas Lakes hike.
Rachel has two dogs named Obi and Rand. Rand is a Corgi, and Obi is a mix – Rachel calls him a mini retriever. She has a boyfriend named Kevin, who shares her love for the outdoors. Rachel has a twin sister, named Jess, a free spirit who is currently traveling, and in Costa Rica at the moment.
Rachel likes to be healthy and make nutritious food. She has been a vegan for 8 years and is always eating vegetables! She is also a yoga teacher, typically teaching vinyasa flow at White Horse Yoga in Carbondale, and sometimes at the Ranch House. Rachel loves the way teaching and practicing yoga make her feel.
Rachel enjoys summer far more than winter, but she likes to ski on bluebird days, and has an Epic pass. She likes country music and wants to learn to line dance!
Rachel likes working at the Ranch House because, “it is a nice environment to work in, interact with all the homeowners, and everyone is nice.”
Rachel would love to have a family one day. She is a favorite among the RVR kids! She’d also like to experience different cultures and ways of life – South America is top on her list.
Say hello to Rachel next time you’re at the Ranch House!
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Thank you to RVR resident, Don Fleisher for submitted this week's featured photo. We are savoring fall days before winter swoops in!
Do you have a great fall photo you would like to share? We'd like to feature your picture in an upcoming newsletter highlighting the beautiful fall foliage in RVR and the Roaring Fork Valley. Please submit images to: jessica.hennessy@rvrma.org.
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| Please be aware of the presence of coyotes in RVR and be very careful when you have small pets or children outside.
If you have an encounter with a coyote or an attack occurs, contact the Division of Wildlife at (970) 255-6100.
Click here to learn what Colorado Parks and Wildlife recommends if you encounter a coyote.
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RVR members may now bring their leaves and organic waste to the Ranch House parking lot. Look for the large dumpster towards the back of the parking lot and please be sure to dump your leaves into the dumpster and take your box or bag with you.
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*This service is offered to RVR homeowners only. We ask that you please communicate this to your contractors.
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Did You Know? | Winter Watering |
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Did you know that watering trees in Colorado during the winter is crucial for their survival and overall health? The state's dry climate and low winter precipitation can lead to soil moisture depletion, posing a significant risk to trees. Adequate watering helps to maintain the tree's root system, ensuring it can withstand winter stress and resist diseases and pests. Additionally, hydrated trees are more likely to bloom and flourish when spring arrives, contributing to the aesthetics and biodiversity of the region.
Read more about Fall and Winter Watering here.
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Boundary Board of Directors Quarterly Meeting |
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| END OF SEASON
HIKING GROUP GATHERING
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The RVR hiking group will gather at the Ranch House on Wednesday, Oct. 18, from 4 - 5:30pm. We ask everyone to bring an appetizer to share and stories to tell! 50% off drinks.
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END OF SUMMER TENNIS PARTY
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Bring a dish to share and celebrate a wonderful summer of tennis! 5:30 -7p.m.
50% off drinks.
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| Costumes encouraged!
Carbondale Flash Mob to perform at the Ranch House at 6 p.m.!
Drinks and snacks provided.
5:30-7 p.m.
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Costumes encouraged! $10/child ages 4-12.
3 and under, and adults are free. Only kids 4-12 need to register.
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Come to the Ranch House for a not-so-spooky kids' Halloween event! Enjoy a sorceress and magic show, bounce house (weather permitting), face painting, balloons, glitter tattoos, pumpkin decorating, and crafts.
3 - 5:30 p.m.
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Craft Fair open from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come support community artists. Great holiday gifts!
No registration required for shoppers. Vendors (RVR residents only) please email Ali Royer to register: ali.royer@rvrma.org.
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Drinks at 5:30 p.m. Program at 6 p.m.
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| RFOV PRESENTATION
& HAPPY HOUR
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Gather at the Ranch House to enjoy some drinks with friends, then a presentation from Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers. Learn more about the restoration projects they're working on and how to get involved. Volunteers restored parts of Avalanche creek earlier this year.
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Colorado’s vibrant leaf-peeping season is in full swing. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) encourages park visitors to protect our natural resources while enjoying them. You can contribute positively to nature conservation by respecting our outdoor shared spaces. CPW recommends having a backup plan if your desired trailhead, park, or location is crowded or closed. Parking in designated areas is critical since undesignated parking can destroy vegetation. Once on the trail, shortcuts and that perfect photograph can be tempting, but staying on the path will protect trailside plants and local wildlife. So enjoy this beautiful fall color and please respect our natural resources, park staff, volunteers and fellow recreationists out searching for Colorado gold.
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| Drive Safely | Watch For Children |
It is getting dark earlier and many kids ride their bikes home from sports in the late afternoon/evening. We ask that homeowners please stay alert and watch for children traveling in the neighborhood.
The posted speed limit throughout RVR is 20 mph. Please help keep our kids safe and do not exceed 20 mph at any time while driving in RVR.
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E- bikes are popular with many ages, young and old. We have received comments of riders speeding on their E-Bikes throughout the neighborhood (including children).
A few kind reminders:
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- Wearing a helmet is always a good idea!
- Please exercise caution and follow the rules of the road.
- Remember to keep your speed in check and always follow the posted speed limit.
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| Take a moment to share this information with your children as well! |
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| Ranch House Artist | Kris Cox |
Come see the artwork of Kris Cox at the Ranch House through the month of October. The Ranch House will host a Meet the Artist Happy Hour. Stay tuned for event details.
Learn more about Kris Cox, Ranch House Artist of the month:
Kris' Bio
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Homeowners may now install deer fencing! To read more about deer fencing guidelines, see section 6.58.1 of the Design Guidelines.
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| Long Range Planning Meeting |
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*Please note, Master Swim Sessions will be adjusting to one day a week. Thursday evening class will be held 5:30 to 6:30pm (beginning Thursday, Oct 5). This schedule will continue through the fall and winter seasons. Two day a week sessions will return in the spring.
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RVR resident, Pam Porter teaches children’s after school art classes at her Third Street Center studio. Please learn more and sign up at thecreativeflowstudio.com
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There are currently two abandoned bikes in the bike parking area in front of the Ranch House. Click here to view the bikes. The bikes will be donated if not collected by Sunday, Oct. 15.
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The Town of Carbondale needs your input! Carbondale needs your input on how it feels to walk, bike, drive and take transit around town.
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Oktoberfest at Glenwood Canyons Adventure Park on Saturday, Oct. 14 beginning at 11 a.m. Alpine Echo Band – live music! Noon – 4:00 p.m.
glenwoodcaverns.com -
Girls Night Out Skin Cancer Prevention at Roaring Fork Family Practice on Wednesday, Oct. 11 from 5:30 - 7 p.m.
vvh.org - TKEF's Oktoberfest Fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. at Sunlight Mountain Resort.
Click here for tickets
- Boots & Bowties on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 5 - 10 p.m. at Spring Creeks Ranch.
Tickets & More Info.
- Focused Kids Fundraiser at the Old Thompson Barn on Thursday, Nov. 9 from 5:30-8 p.m.
Focused Kids Fall Fling
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