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The FRMD accepted filings 1-12 will have fertilizer and pesticide applications applied Monday the 20th through Thursday the 23rd. Turf grass areas and native areas will be the focus of the applications. The landscape contractor recommends to stay out of the flagged areas for at least 24 hours and pre and post signage will be around the community to provide communications.
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FRMD
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Schedule of Fees |
FRMD Finance Committee Openings
There are two openings on the FRMD Finance Committee. You must be a resident of FRMD 2 or FRMD 3 to be a member. At least one of the openings must be filled by a resident of FRMD 3.
Members of the FRMD Finance Committee review, assess, and monitor the District’s financial statements. They also make recommendations to the Boards regarding the District’s financial health and FRMD financial systems and processes. In addition, they work with the District’s accountant, service providers, and District committees to develop the annual budget.
Candidates should have some experience with understanding financial statements, budgets, debt issuance/management, or auditing (either internal or financial).
If you have questions about the openings, you can contact Mike McCleary at FRMD3.MLM@gmail.com.
If you are interested in joining the FRMD Finance Committee and contributing to the FRMD community, please send your resume to Mike McCleary by September 30, 2021.
Members of the FRMD Finance Committee review, assess, and monitor the District’s financial statements. They also make recommendations to the Boards regarding the District’s financial health and FRMD financial systems and processes. In addition, they work with the District’s accountant, service providers, and District committees to develop the annual budget.
Candidates should have some experience with understanding financial statements, budgets, debt issuance/management, or auditing (either internal or financial).
If you have questions about the openings, you can contact Mike McCleary at FRMD3.MLM@gmail.com.
If you are interested in joining the FRMD Finance Committee and contributing to the FRMD community, please send your resume to Mike McCleary by September 30, 2021.
Solterra Rocktoberfest
Saturday, October 16th
4:00 -7:00 pm
The Retreat
Please join the Solterra Social Committee and your neighbors at the Annual Solterra “Rocktoberfest”. This event is free of charge and is open to all Solterra residents, so bring the entire family including the kids.
This year’s Oktoberfest-themed event will feature a Rock & Roll twist with the "Ice-Jones Duo" providing live music. You will also be able to flex your muscles and win some prizes in the “stein hoisting” challenge, costume competition, and more. Come dressed in your best lederhosen, German, or Halloween outfit. Costumes are optional but encouraged! Giant pretzels, food, beer, and wine will be provided, as well as non-alcoholic beverages for the kiddos. See you there!
4:00 -7:00 pm
The Retreat
Please join the Solterra Social Committee and your neighbors at the Annual Solterra “Rocktoberfest”. This event is free of charge and is open to all Solterra residents, so bring the entire family including the kids.
This year’s Oktoberfest-themed event will feature a Rock & Roll twist with the "Ice-Jones Duo" providing live music. You will also be able to flex your muscles and win some prizes in the “stein hoisting” challenge, costume competition, and more. Come dressed in your best lederhosen, German, or Halloween outfit. Costumes are optional but encouraged! Giant pretzels, food, beer, and wine will be provided, as well as non-alcoholic beverages for the kiddos. See you there!
FRMD and Brookfield Landscaping Responsibilities
Until the build-out of Solterra is completed landscaping responsibilities will continue to be divided between the FRMD and the developer, Brookfield. In that regard it’s important the residents understand who has responsibility for what parts of the community.
In an effort to better clarify these responsibilities, the following information is provided and the attached map (click here) will better identify where each of the referenced filings is located
Filings 1-12 have been accepted by the Fossil Ridge Metro District, while filings 13-16 & 17-21 remain a Brookfield responsibility, within the community.
Filings 1-12 have been accepted by the FRMD are maintained by our contractor Schultz Industries.
The unaccepted filings, (generally west of the tributary) are the responsibility of Brookfield. However, the townhomes built by Cardel in filings 15 and 16 will receive both in-lot and out-of-lot services from the FRMD, although Brookfield will reimburse the FRMD for out-of -lot work.
Plants provided in Filings 15 and 16 remain under warranty with Cardel and FRMD does not have responsibility for the plants condition or upkeep. Brookfield is aware of this issue and is working with Cardel to get them to comply with the warranties.
Issues arising in filings 1-12 should be addressed to communitymgr@crsofcolorado.com and those pertaining to the unaccepted filings 13-16 (with the exception of the Cardel townhomes) should be addressed to the current Brookfield field manager - Matt Haley at
matt.haley@brookfieldrp.com
In an effort to better clarify these responsibilities, the following information is provided and the attached map (click here) will better identify where each of the referenced filings is located
Filings 1-12 have been accepted by the Fossil Ridge Metro District, while filings 13-16 & 17-21 remain a Brookfield responsibility, within the community.
Filings 1-12 have been accepted by the FRMD are maintained by our contractor Schultz Industries.
The unaccepted filings, (generally west of the tributary) are the responsibility of Brookfield. However, the townhomes built by Cardel in filings 15 and 16 will receive both in-lot and out-of-lot services from the FRMD, although Brookfield will reimburse the FRMD for out-of -lot work.
Plants provided in Filings 15 and 16 remain under warranty with Cardel and FRMD does not have responsibility for the plants condition or upkeep. Brookfield is aware of this issue and is working with Cardel to get them to comply with the warranties.
Issues arising in filings 1-12 should be addressed to communitymgr@crsofcolorado.com and those pertaining to the unaccepted filings 13-16 (with the exception of the Cardel townhomes) should be addressed to the current Brookfield field manager - Matt Haley at
matt.haley@brookfieldrp.com
Current Status of the Yale Pond and Water Feature
The Consolidated Mutual Water Company (CMWC) has determined that the pond at the water feature (referred to as the Yale Pond) is not in compliance with CMWC’s Operating Rule 10.05 entitled “Lakes and Ponds” which prohibits the use of potable water to maintain (augment) the water level in the pond that feeds the water feature. It appears that CMWC may not have been made aware that potable water was planned for such use when the developer’s application was submitted. As a consequence, CMWC has directed that the line providing water augmentation be cut before irrigation season commences. At this time, the supply valve is closed and the water feature may not be operated unless an alternative is found and approved.
Brookfield is developing alternatives which include significantly reducing the size of the pond and reconfiguring the water feature. However, there is no assurance that a timely resolution will occur or how long the feature will have to remain closed. Additionally, the Colorado Water Commission has requested that Brookfield establish an augmentation plan for the water in the Yale Pond. It is FRMD’s understanding that the Water Commission requires that the storm runoff and lawn over-watering be released within a 72-hour period. Since the water currently in the pond is from these sources and if there is no other source to replenish the pond, it is possible that the pond will need to be drained and continue to remain virtually dry. It should be noted that the City has put the lower tributary from Wesley to Yale into Filing 16 and it is yet to be accepted by either the City or the Fossil Ridge Metropolitan District. The only City requirement is that the pond be retained to provide surge capacity in the event of a high precipitation event.
The District has requested that Brookfield keep the community informed of and work with the District to find solutions that are sustainable, steward potable water resources and are compliant with legal requirements.
The Fossil Ridge Metropolitan District Board
Brookfield is developing alternatives which include significantly reducing the size of the pond and reconfiguring the water feature. However, there is no assurance that a timely resolution will occur or how long the feature will have to remain closed. Additionally, the Colorado Water Commission has requested that Brookfield establish an augmentation plan for the water in the Yale Pond. It is FRMD’s understanding that the Water Commission requires that the storm runoff and lawn over-watering be released within a 72-hour period. Since the water currently in the pond is from these sources and if there is no other source to replenish the pond, it is possible that the pond will need to be drained and continue to remain virtually dry. It should be noted that the City has put the lower tributary from Wesley to Yale into Filing 16 and it is yet to be accepted by either the City or the Fossil Ridge Metropolitan District. The only City requirement is that the pond be retained to provide surge capacity in the event of a high precipitation event.
The District has requested that Brookfield keep the community informed of and work with the District to find solutions that are sustainable, steward potable water resources and are compliant with legal requirements.
The Fossil Ridge Metropolitan District Board
Fossil Ridge Metro District Billing Update
The Quarter 1 Sewage and Sanitation bill along with the Quarter 2 District Metro Fees will be on the same bill. This bill was sent as early as 4/2/2021. This is a billing change from in the past. No longer will there be two bills going forward. The bills are combined to save fees for the community. If there are any questions regarding district or sewage bills, please call CRS at 303-381-4960.
As a reminder HOA bills are different and are still to be sent to Overlook.
As a reminder HOA bills are different and are still to be sent to Overlook.
FRMD District Billing Update Changes
Please visit the Pay Online tab to view how to make Solterra HOA payments, and below to see how to pay FRMD and Sewage Billing.
In the past, two bills were sent from the Metro District to its residents: (1) operation and maintenance fees and (2) sewer bill. The operation and maintenance fees were billed quarterly in advance, typically sent the week prior to the beginning of the new quarter. Sewer fees were billed in arrears for the past quarter, typically sent the first week of the new quarter.
CRS has been working with Green Mountain W&S to create a file that can be easily uploaded into the billing system, thus eliminating the necessity for manual entry of sewer charges into each account. With this automation, CRS can now send one bill during the first week of the quarter that includes all the fees – operation, maintenance, and sewer fees. This option is more cost-effective to the District and its residents by decreasing postage, printing, and bill preparation costs in half. In addition, it is a benefit to the residents to just process one payment.
In the past, two bills were sent from the Metro District to its residents: (1) operation and maintenance fees and (2) sewer bill. The operation and maintenance fees were billed quarterly in advance, typically sent the week prior to the beginning of the new quarter. Sewer fees were billed in arrears for the past quarter, typically sent the first week of the new quarter.
CRS has been working with Green Mountain W&S to create a file that can be easily uploaded into the billing system, thus eliminating the necessity for manual entry of sewer charges into each account. With this automation, CRS can now send one bill during the first week of the quarter that includes all the fees – operation, maintenance, and sewer fees. This option is more cost-effective to the District and its residents by decreasing postage, printing, and bill preparation costs in half. In addition, it is a benefit to the residents to just process one payment.
Orchard Park Dog Waste
There have been complaints about inappropriate disposal of dog waste at one of the receptacles in Orchard Park. As shown on the map below, there are four waste containers in close proximity in the park, and the one shown is the only one that is frequently overfilled. Replacement of this container with a larger one like those at the picnic pavilion and tennis court could potentially cost the community $1500 and would detract from the park’s appearance. If one of the containers is full, request you walk the short distance to another waste receptacle or take it home to dispose of there. Depositing pet waste bags on the ground is not necessary with the other options available.
Request you do this out of consideration and respect for your fellow residents.
Request you do this out of consideration and respect for your fellow residents.
Yellow Star = Large waste receptacles
Green Star = Dog waste station that is used correctly
Red Logo = Problem dog waste area
Green Star = Dog waste station that is used correctly
Red Logo = Problem dog waste area
Condition of Our Community Pine Trees
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As you have undoubtedly noticed, a number of our pines trees appear to be dried out, discolored or diseased. This is the result of drastic temperature fluctuations experienced last fall and doesn’t necessarily mean that all these trees are dying or will need to be replaced. Our landscaping contractor, Schultz Industries, is taking recommended measures to revitalize these trees, as detailed in the attached information, and only time will tell how many we can save.
Conifer Damage |
EVENTS CALENDAR
9/20-9/23 - Fertilizer/Pesticide
applied to filings 1-12
9/30 - Finance Committee Seat
resumes due
10/16 - Rocktoberfest
4:00-7:00 pm at the Retreat
applied to filings 1-12
9/30 - Finance Committee Seat
resumes due
10/16 - Rocktoberfest
4:00-7:00 pm at the Retreat
Visit the website calendar for more Solterra events and details.
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
EMERGENCY
Police / Fire / Medical
Call 911
Animal Control
Jeffco Animal Control
303-271-5070
Jefferson County
Jeffco.us
303-279-6511
Electricity/Gas
Excel Energy
1-800-895-1999
Fire Rescue
West Metro Fire Rescue
(Non-emergency)
303-980-7300
Management Company
CRS
303-381-4960
Police
Lakewood Police
(Non-emergency)
303-987-7111
Post Office
Lakewood Post Office
800-275-8777
Retreat
Community Clubhouse
303-980-5450
School District
Jeffco Public Schools
303-982-6500
Police / Fire / Medical
Call 911
Animal Control
Jeffco Animal Control
303-271-5070
Jefferson County
Jeffco.us
303-279-6511
Electricity/Gas
Excel Energy
1-800-895-1999
Fire Rescue
West Metro Fire Rescue
(Non-emergency)
303-980-7300
Management Company
CRS
303-381-4960
Police
Lakewood Police
(Non-emergency)
303-987-7111
Post Office
Lakewood Post Office
800-275-8777
Retreat
Community Clubhouse
303-980-5450
School District
Jeffco Public Schools
303-982-6500