District Responsibilities - Overview
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Fossil Ridge Metropolitan District (Fossil Ridge) was created in 2007 to finance certain public infrastructure improvements, which result in a tax liability for each property owner in Solterra. Since Solterra is a large project, a substantial amount of public infrastructure and services are necessary to support the development. As a governmental entity, the District has the power to impose property taxes and other fees and charges, but is also governed by a board of directors.
The District is responsible for constructing major public utilities and roads within the Solterra boundaries. It is also responsible for operations and maintenance of all common area landscaping and parks, the clubhouse, and pool.
There are two budgets that Fossil Ridge controls: the capital budget and the operation budget. The capital budget is for the design and construction of the major roadways, parks and open spaces, trails, major storm sewer, major sanitary sewer and major water lines. Future roads include expanding of Alameda, Wesley, McIntyre and north half of Yale. The side roads and smaller utility main lines that service individual neighborhoods are not funded by the capital budget and are usually paid for by the developers and builders as a costs of conducting business. The operation budget is for maintaining items with the Metro District that are not turned over to the City of Lakewood and all associated costs. These items are maintained in perpetuity by the Metro District. The major asset here is the landscaping throughout the community, as well as the Retreat and pool. Having control over these items helps keep the property at a higher value than areas that do not have similar districts by keeping everything aesthetically pleasing.
Fossil Ridge Metropolitan District (Fossil Ridge) was created in 2007 to finance certain public infrastructure improvements, which result in a tax liability for each property owner in Solterra. Since Solterra is a large project, a substantial amount of public infrastructure and services are necessary to support the development. As a governmental entity, the District has the power to impose property taxes and other fees and charges, but is also governed by a board of directors.
The District is responsible for constructing major public utilities and roads within the Solterra boundaries. It is also responsible for operations and maintenance of all common area landscaping and parks, the clubhouse, and pool.
There are two budgets that Fossil Ridge controls: the capital budget and the operation budget. The capital budget is for the design and construction of the major roadways, parks and open spaces, trails, major storm sewer, major sanitary sewer and major water lines. Future roads include expanding of Alameda, Wesley, McIntyre and north half of Yale. The side roads and smaller utility main lines that service individual neighborhoods are not funded by the capital budget and are usually paid for by the developers and builders as a costs of conducting business. The operation budget is for maintaining items with the Metro District that are not turned over to the City of Lakewood and all associated costs. These items are maintained in perpetuity by the Metro District. The major asset here is the landscaping throughout the community, as well as the Retreat and pool. Having control over these items helps keep the property at a higher value than areas that do not have similar districts by keeping everything aesthetically pleasing.
Fossil Ridge Metropolitan Districts 1, 2 & 3
(“District” or “Solterra”)
(“District” or “Solterra”)
Our Mission
The Boards of Fossil Ridge Metropolitan Districts (“the Boards”), on behalf of and with the input of the residents, exist to guide the community’s priorities, projects and activities in accordance with the founding documents, i.e., the Second Amended and Restated Service Plan.
As part of its responsibility, the Boards oversee the financial affairs of the District in a prudent, cost-effective, fair, timely, and transparent manner in compliance with statutory requirements and existing agreements.
Our Vision
We envision a community that offers a healthy environment and quality of life while preserving property values. We will strive to enhance the character of Solterra, the quality of life to its residents, the feeling of community and inform and represent its members.
The Boards will strive to make Solterra a highly desirable community in the Denver area by maintaining high standards and fairness through community resident Boards committed to efficient, sustainable and cost- effective operations and maintenance.
The Boards will lead community efforts to:
Values
We value leadership, integrity, fairness, consistency, teamwork, common sense, community collaboration, respect, and innovation.
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is focused on efficiency and creation of a community in which it is enjoyable to live. The Board members are accountable for all affairs of the District, including the legal duty of care and the duty of loyalty.
Board members must meet the duty of care by:
Board members must meet the duty of loyalty by:
The Boards of Fossil Ridge Metropolitan Districts (“the Boards”), on behalf of and with the input of the residents, exist to guide the community’s priorities, projects and activities in accordance with the founding documents, i.e., the Second Amended and Restated Service Plan.
As part of its responsibility, the Boards oversee the financial affairs of the District in a prudent, cost-effective, fair, timely, and transparent manner in compliance with statutory requirements and existing agreements.
Our Vision
We envision a community that offers a healthy environment and quality of life while preserving property values. We will strive to enhance the character of Solterra, the quality of life to its residents, the feeling of community and inform and represent its members.
The Boards will strive to make Solterra a highly desirable community in the Denver area by maintaining high standards and fairness through community resident Boards committed to efficient, sustainable and cost- effective operations and maintenance.
The Boards will lead community efforts to:
- promote and protect the quality of life, safety, and well-being of its residents,
- enhance the character of the Solterra neighborhoods with responsive service and support in the management of district assets, and
- encourage community involvement and collaboration.
Values
We value leadership, integrity, fairness, consistency, teamwork, common sense, community collaboration, respect, and innovation.
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is focused on efficiency and creation of a community in which it is enjoyable to live. The Board members are accountable for all affairs of the District, including the legal duty of care and the duty of loyalty.
Board members must meet the duty of care by:
- Exercising their responsibilities in good faith and with diligence, attention, care and skill;
- Carrying out the purpose and Mission of the district;
- Complying with Federal and State law; and
- Complying with the organization’s governing documents (Second Amended and Restated Service Plan).
Board members must meet the duty of loyalty by:
- Placing the interest of the District before his or her private interest, and
- Avoid the use of District opportunities for personal gain.
Fossil Ridge Metropolitan Districts 1, 2 & 3
(“District” or “Solterra”)
BUSINESS PLAN - 2021
(“District” or “Solterra”)
BUSINESS PLAN - 2021
Background
The District was organized October 10, 2006, as a quasi-municipal corporation and political subdivision of the State of Colorado pursuant to the Colorado Special District Act. All three districts are governed by the same Service Plan (as amended by the Second Amended and Restated Service Plan approved by the City of Lakewood on August 27, 2007), which provides that District No. 1 is the “Operating District” and District Nos. 2 and 3 are the “Taxing Districts”. The Taxing Districts provide funding to the Operating District for the construction, operation and maintenance of various public improvements. The Operating District is expected to manage such construction, operations and maintenance. The District's primary revenues are property taxes for debt service payments and Homeowner Assessments for operations and maintenance. The District is governed by an elected Board of Directors (an individual Board for each of the three Districts).
As a governmental entity, the District has the power to impose property taxes, as well as other fees and charges as governed by a board of directors.
The Mission and Vision of the District is (note: there are additional Mission Statements for the various committees of the Board):
Our Mission
The Boards of Fossil Ridge Metropolitan Districts (“the Boards”), on behalf of and with the input of the residents, exist to guide the community’s priorities, projects and activities in accordance with the founding documents, i.e., the Second Amended and Restated Service Plan.
As part of its responsibility, the Boards oversee the financial affairs of the District in a prudent, cost-effective, fair, timely, and transparent manner in compliance with statutory requirements and existing agreements.
Our Vision
We envision a community that offers a healthy environment and quality of life while preserving property values. We will strive to enhance the character of Solterra, the quality of life to its residents, the feeling of community and inform and represent its members.
The Boards will strive to make Solterra a highly desirable community in the Denver area by maintaining high standards and fairness through community resident Boards committed to efficient, sustainable and cost- effective operations and maintenance.
The Boards will lead community efforts to:
Budget(s)
Since there are three Districts, each District has its own set of budgets. For 2021 there are four budgets that FMRD #1 District controls: the operational budget, the capital budget, the reserve study budget and a special revenue budget. The operational budget is focused on maintaining the facilities and grounds within the Metro Districts, including, among other things, maintenance of landscaping throughout the community, up-keep of Retreat and pool and support of various committees.
The capital (fund) budget is focused on the design and construction of the major projects (roads, parks, open spaces, storm/ sanitary sewers and major water lines). As the community is nearing “build-out”, the majority of expenditures for 2021 will be associated with the cost of the District Engineer verification of developer projects/cost and the one-time transfer to the Reserve Study Fund.
The reserve study (fund) budget is comprised of Capital Replacement items such as landscaping, storm drainage, etc., that do not normally occur on an annual basis.
The special revenue (fund) budget is for the maintenance fee areas (MFA). Revenues are provided through the collection of fees. Expenditures relate to cost incurred in the specific areas.
FRMD’s #2 and 3 Districts have an operational budget and a debt service budget. They are both taxing districts, and their purpose is to collect property taxes and Specific Ownership (SOT) taxes. Some tax revenue is transferred to FRMD #1 operational budget but most of the tax revenue is retained in the FRMD #3 debt service budget. The 2020 Bonds (General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds) were issued by FRMD #3.
The 2021 budgeting process started in mid-June and budget work sessions were held in August and September (available to FRMD residents). The 2021 draft budget was made available to residents at the CRS office on October 15, 2020 and the final budget was presented to and approved by the Board at its regularly scheduled meeting on December 7, 2020.
The District was organized October 10, 2006, as a quasi-municipal corporation and political subdivision of the State of Colorado pursuant to the Colorado Special District Act. All three districts are governed by the same Service Plan (as amended by the Second Amended and Restated Service Plan approved by the City of Lakewood on August 27, 2007), which provides that District No. 1 is the “Operating District” and District Nos. 2 and 3 are the “Taxing Districts”. The Taxing Districts provide funding to the Operating District for the construction, operation and maintenance of various public improvements. The Operating District is expected to manage such construction, operations and maintenance. The District's primary revenues are property taxes for debt service payments and Homeowner Assessments for operations and maintenance. The District is governed by an elected Board of Directors (an individual Board for each of the three Districts).
As a governmental entity, the District has the power to impose property taxes, as well as other fees and charges as governed by a board of directors.
The Mission and Vision of the District is (note: there are additional Mission Statements for the various committees of the Board):
Our Mission
The Boards of Fossil Ridge Metropolitan Districts (“the Boards”), on behalf of and with the input of the residents, exist to guide the community’s priorities, projects and activities in accordance with the founding documents, i.e., the Second Amended and Restated Service Plan.
As part of its responsibility, the Boards oversee the financial affairs of the District in a prudent, cost-effective, fair, timely, and transparent manner in compliance with statutory requirements and existing agreements.
Our Vision
We envision a community that offers a healthy environment and quality of life while preserving property values. We will strive to enhance the character of Solterra, the quality of life to its residents, the feeling of community and inform and represent its members.
The Boards will strive to make Solterra a highly desirable community in the Denver area by maintaining high standards and fairness through community resident Boards committed to efficient, sustainable and cost- effective operations and maintenance.
The Boards will lead community efforts to:
- promote and protect the quality of life, safety, and well-being of its residents,
- enhance the character of the Solterra neighborhoods with responsive service and support in the management of district assets, and
- encourage community involvement and collaboration.
Budget(s)
Since there are three Districts, each District has its own set of budgets. For 2021 there are four budgets that FMRD #1 District controls: the operational budget, the capital budget, the reserve study budget and a special revenue budget. The operational budget is focused on maintaining the facilities and grounds within the Metro Districts, including, among other things, maintenance of landscaping throughout the community, up-keep of Retreat and pool and support of various committees.
The capital (fund) budget is focused on the design and construction of the major projects (roads, parks, open spaces, storm/ sanitary sewers and major water lines). As the community is nearing “build-out”, the majority of expenditures for 2021 will be associated with the cost of the District Engineer verification of developer projects/cost and the one-time transfer to the Reserve Study Fund.
The reserve study (fund) budget is comprised of Capital Replacement items such as landscaping, storm drainage, etc., that do not normally occur on an annual basis.
The special revenue (fund) budget is for the maintenance fee areas (MFA). Revenues are provided through the collection of fees. Expenditures relate to cost incurred in the specific areas.
FRMD’s #2 and 3 Districts have an operational budget and a debt service budget. They are both taxing districts, and their purpose is to collect property taxes and Specific Ownership (SOT) taxes. Some tax revenue is transferred to FRMD #1 operational budget but most of the tax revenue is retained in the FRMD #3 debt service budget. The 2020 Bonds (General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds) were issued by FRMD #3.
The 2021 budgeting process started in mid-June and budget work sessions were held in August and September (available to FRMD residents). The 2021 draft budget was made available to residents at the CRS office on October 15, 2020 and the final budget was presented to and approved by the Board at its regularly scheduled meeting on December 7, 2020.
Fossil Ridge Metropolitan Districts 1, 2 & 3
(“District” or “Solterra”)
2021 Business Plan Update
(“District” or “Solterra”)
2021 Business Plan Update
This update is provided through June 30, 2021, and with information presented at the July 12, 2021 Board meeting. We refer you to the Board meeting packets, which can be found on the Solterra Connect web site (the District tab, Board of Directors Meetings-information tab, Board Meeting Packet), for the January 11th, March 15th, May 24th and July 12th, 2021 Board meetings, respectively, for detailed operational updates.
The updates are highlighted in bold below.
2021 Business Plan
The Business Plan for 2021 is in compliance with the founding documents, i.e., the Second Amended and Restated Service Plan, and is focused on perpetuating the well-being and fairness of residents, while keeping Solterra a highly desirable community within the Denver area, while staying within prudent financial limits.
The goals for 2021 include:
1. Governance
a. Define and use “dashboards” to measure success of 2021 Plan (reviewing status of Business Plan 4 times a year at a Board meeting).
b. Semiannual reporting to residents on the status of the Community.
c. Board meetings for 2021 has 7 prescheduled meetings.
d. Conduct a community outreach program to encourage resident participation and solicit input.
Items a, b and d have yet to be accomplished. FRMD U is a significant contribution of time & effort by Directors Brown and McGraw in “outreach” with residents. The document on “Inclusion” that was in the July board packet also falls under d.
2. Acceptance Procedures for New Filings
One of the Board’s key challenges and responsibilities is acquisition of filings from the developer. Of the
21 filings that make up Solterra, only Filings 1-12 have been accepted. The Reimbursement and
Acquisition agreement provides a step-by-step approval process for the Board acceptance of the
filing(s) from the developer. The goal is to provide a consistent basis upon which to evaluate and accept filings, but also for the Board to be satisfied that the request for reimbursement is supportable.
This challenge continues to exist. The developer continues to stall. An extensive Punch List has been developed which identifies key steps to achieve acceptance has been presented to the developer. A new area development manager, for the developer, is now meeting with FRMD board representatives. Hopefully, under his leadership we will move forward with punch list items submitted by our board representatives. Bi-weekly meetings with the developer Senior Director of Land/Housing Development are being conducted. Also, board representatives met with the developers Colorado President and have an open door to meet with him if we have concerns about actions not being taken.
3. Tributary and Water Feature
The Solterra tributary moves surface water through the community. It is the primary drainage conduit for the storm water flowing from homes west of Indiana street. It consists of 9 water quality detention ponds, a circulating water feature and a large retention pond. This asset has not been accepted by the District and the District is working with the developer to require the following improvements prior to final acceptance:
a. Liner for the water feature,
b. Repair erosion damage in the main channel, and
c. Have in place an approved augmentation plan.
Although resolution is at the forefront of the board’s goals, the schedule for resolving these objectives is out-of-the-hands of the District, as action needs to be made by the developer.
The Consolidated Mutual Water’s position on use of potable water and the Colorado Water Commissions requirement for a Water Augmentation Plan have put the pond B2 and Water Feature on hold. FRMD continues to put pressure on the Developer for resolution.
4. Snow Removal
FRMD has snow removal responsibilities for the common areas (i.e., the Retreat, Tributary and certain public sidewalks) and the private roadways and alleyways (“PR&A”) in maintenance fee areas (MFA) #1,
#2, AND #3. For the 2020/2021 snow season, snow removal within the Maintenance Fee Areas private roadways and alleys will begin within 72 hours after snowfall has ended and only when from a single storm drops more than 8-inches of snow. This policy is consistent with what the City of Lakewood has as snow removal guidance for city streets. Accumulations from storms less than 8-inches will not be removed.
A resolution was presented at the May Board meeting. The Board adopted the resolution pending legal review. That review is in progress. Presentation of the resolution will be at the August Board meeting.”
5. Committees
A. Financial Committee
Mission: The Finance Committee is established for the purpose of reviewing various financial matters concerning the Districts, including budgets, audits and financing matters and to further make recommendations to the Boards regarding such matters. The focus for 2021:
a. Finalized 2021 Budget and Plan.
b. Spread 2021 final budget by quarters.
c. Quarterly, “actual to budget” reporting within 30 days of the end of the quarter.
d. Implement financial analytical tools, like “trailing twelve” analysis and budget to actual based on some form of “materiality”.
e. Oversee 12/31/2020 independent audit.
f. Oversee the 2022 budget process.
g. Using the 2019 Reserve Study and working with the Retreat & Pool Committee, the District Engineer, and the Community Manager, project out the capital and repair needs for the next 5 years.
h. 3-year projection of revenue and expenses.
i. Continue to determine which Builder Advances are District eligible cost.
j. Develop policy to comply with “Post-Issuance Debt Compliance Procedures”.
k. Evaluate how to move more of the analytical work to CRS.
Items a, b, c, and e have been accomplished in one form or another. All other objectives are being worked on. The Finance Committee provides detailed written reports that are include with Board packages referenced to earlier.
B. Pool and Retreat Committee
Mission: The Retreat/Pool Committee is established for the purpose of working on strategies to provide facilities for residents of Solterra, providing sustainable solutions that meet the needs of today's residents while planning for future growth, ensuring fair and equitable use of the facilities to all members of the Solterra community, and to ensure that the Retreat and pool are available for the enjoyment of the homeowners, with safety, security, health, and comfort of the community being the primary objective.
The focus for 2021 will be:
a. Work with CRS for the running of the Retreat & Pool as far as policies, hours, rentals, etc., and for the enjoyment of all residents.
b. Work with CRS & Perfect Pools to make sure the facilities are being maintained as needed.
c. Retreat interior - replace/repair furniture as needed and within 2021 budget.
d. Replace pool/patio furniture as needed and within 2021 budget.
e. Make sure maintenance of the interior and exterior of the Retreat & Pool is being completed as needed, working with CRS.
Items a, and b have been accomplished. All other objectives are being worked on.
C. Social Committee
Mission: The Social Committee is established for the purpose of assessing the need for appropriate community and social events, necessary funding therefor, and to make recommendations to the Boards regarding community and social events.
Such opportunities help homeowners get to know each other, so that they begin to feel part of the community. The work put in by the social liaisons to generate a more active, involved, and friendly community, creates a greater sense of unity and understanding among the homeowners.
The focus for 2021 will be:
a. Easter – likely April 3rd, 2021 (Saturday before)
b. Cinco de Mayo – May 5th
c. Food Truck Gathering – Date TBD
d. 4th of July
e. Rocktoberfest – date TBD
f. Holiday Party (Santa & Mrs. Claus) – December date TBD
Items a, b, c and d have been accomplished. The dates of the Food Truck have been posted to
Solterra Connect web site.
D. Landscape Committee
Mission: The Landscaping Committee is established for the purpose of reviewing all common areas within the Districts, and to further make recommendations regarding the care and maintenance of the common areas within the Districts.
The focus for 2021 will be:
Spring: Replace evergreens identified in 2020 and spring 2021. Repair beds identified in the previous year (2020) for repair.
Summer: Identify deciduous trees for replacement or remediation in the fall. Identify rock beds to be remediated in the spring of 2022.
Fall: Replace or remediate deciduous trees identified in the summer. Identify evergreen trees for replacement in the spring of 2022.
The Landscape Committee is one the hardest working committees in FRMD. They provide detailed written reports that are included with Board packages referenced earlier.
The updates are highlighted in bold below.
2021 Business Plan
The Business Plan for 2021 is in compliance with the founding documents, i.e., the Second Amended and Restated Service Plan, and is focused on perpetuating the well-being and fairness of residents, while keeping Solterra a highly desirable community within the Denver area, while staying within prudent financial limits.
The goals for 2021 include:
1. Governance
a. Define and use “dashboards” to measure success of 2021 Plan (reviewing status of Business Plan 4 times a year at a Board meeting).
b. Semiannual reporting to residents on the status of the Community.
c. Board meetings for 2021 has 7 prescheduled meetings.
d. Conduct a community outreach program to encourage resident participation and solicit input.
Items a, b and d have yet to be accomplished. FRMD U is a significant contribution of time & effort by Directors Brown and McGraw in “outreach” with residents. The document on “Inclusion” that was in the July board packet also falls under d.
2. Acceptance Procedures for New Filings
One of the Board’s key challenges and responsibilities is acquisition of filings from the developer. Of the
21 filings that make up Solterra, only Filings 1-12 have been accepted. The Reimbursement and
Acquisition agreement provides a step-by-step approval process for the Board acceptance of the
filing(s) from the developer. The goal is to provide a consistent basis upon which to evaluate and accept filings, but also for the Board to be satisfied that the request for reimbursement is supportable.
This challenge continues to exist. The developer continues to stall. An extensive Punch List has been developed which identifies key steps to achieve acceptance has been presented to the developer. A new area development manager, for the developer, is now meeting with FRMD board representatives. Hopefully, under his leadership we will move forward with punch list items submitted by our board representatives. Bi-weekly meetings with the developer Senior Director of Land/Housing Development are being conducted. Also, board representatives met with the developers Colorado President and have an open door to meet with him if we have concerns about actions not being taken.
3. Tributary and Water Feature
The Solterra tributary moves surface water through the community. It is the primary drainage conduit for the storm water flowing from homes west of Indiana street. It consists of 9 water quality detention ponds, a circulating water feature and a large retention pond. This asset has not been accepted by the District and the District is working with the developer to require the following improvements prior to final acceptance:
a. Liner for the water feature,
b. Repair erosion damage in the main channel, and
c. Have in place an approved augmentation plan.
Although resolution is at the forefront of the board’s goals, the schedule for resolving these objectives is out-of-the-hands of the District, as action needs to be made by the developer.
The Consolidated Mutual Water’s position on use of potable water and the Colorado Water Commissions requirement for a Water Augmentation Plan have put the pond B2 and Water Feature on hold. FRMD continues to put pressure on the Developer for resolution.
4. Snow Removal
FRMD has snow removal responsibilities for the common areas (i.e., the Retreat, Tributary and certain public sidewalks) and the private roadways and alleyways (“PR&A”) in maintenance fee areas (MFA) #1,
#2, AND #3. For the 2020/2021 snow season, snow removal within the Maintenance Fee Areas private roadways and alleys will begin within 72 hours after snowfall has ended and only when from a single storm drops more than 8-inches of snow. This policy is consistent with what the City of Lakewood has as snow removal guidance for city streets. Accumulations from storms less than 8-inches will not be removed.
A resolution was presented at the May Board meeting. The Board adopted the resolution pending legal review. That review is in progress. Presentation of the resolution will be at the August Board meeting.”
5. Committees
A. Financial Committee
Mission: The Finance Committee is established for the purpose of reviewing various financial matters concerning the Districts, including budgets, audits and financing matters and to further make recommendations to the Boards regarding such matters. The focus for 2021:
a. Finalized 2021 Budget and Plan.
b. Spread 2021 final budget by quarters.
c. Quarterly, “actual to budget” reporting within 30 days of the end of the quarter.
d. Implement financial analytical tools, like “trailing twelve” analysis and budget to actual based on some form of “materiality”.
e. Oversee 12/31/2020 independent audit.
f. Oversee the 2022 budget process.
g. Using the 2019 Reserve Study and working with the Retreat & Pool Committee, the District Engineer, and the Community Manager, project out the capital and repair needs for the next 5 years.
h. 3-year projection of revenue and expenses.
i. Continue to determine which Builder Advances are District eligible cost.
j. Develop policy to comply with “Post-Issuance Debt Compliance Procedures”.
k. Evaluate how to move more of the analytical work to CRS.
Items a, b, c, and e have been accomplished in one form or another. All other objectives are being worked on. The Finance Committee provides detailed written reports that are include with Board packages referenced to earlier.
B. Pool and Retreat Committee
Mission: The Retreat/Pool Committee is established for the purpose of working on strategies to provide facilities for residents of Solterra, providing sustainable solutions that meet the needs of today's residents while planning for future growth, ensuring fair and equitable use of the facilities to all members of the Solterra community, and to ensure that the Retreat and pool are available for the enjoyment of the homeowners, with safety, security, health, and comfort of the community being the primary objective.
The focus for 2021 will be:
a. Work with CRS for the running of the Retreat & Pool as far as policies, hours, rentals, etc., and for the enjoyment of all residents.
b. Work with CRS & Perfect Pools to make sure the facilities are being maintained as needed.
c. Retreat interior - replace/repair furniture as needed and within 2021 budget.
d. Replace pool/patio furniture as needed and within 2021 budget.
e. Make sure maintenance of the interior and exterior of the Retreat & Pool is being completed as needed, working with CRS.
Items a, and b have been accomplished. All other objectives are being worked on.
C. Social Committee
Mission: The Social Committee is established for the purpose of assessing the need for appropriate community and social events, necessary funding therefor, and to make recommendations to the Boards regarding community and social events.
Such opportunities help homeowners get to know each other, so that they begin to feel part of the community. The work put in by the social liaisons to generate a more active, involved, and friendly community, creates a greater sense of unity and understanding among the homeowners.
The focus for 2021 will be:
a. Easter – likely April 3rd, 2021 (Saturday before)
b. Cinco de Mayo – May 5th
c. Food Truck Gathering – Date TBD
d. 4th of July
e. Rocktoberfest – date TBD
f. Holiday Party (Santa & Mrs. Claus) – December date TBD
Items a, b, c and d have been accomplished. The dates of the Food Truck have been posted to
Solterra Connect web site.
D. Landscape Committee
Mission: The Landscaping Committee is established for the purpose of reviewing all common areas within the Districts, and to further make recommendations regarding the care and maintenance of the common areas within the Districts.
The focus for 2021 will be:
Spring: Replace evergreens identified in 2020 and spring 2021. Repair beds identified in the previous year (2020) for repair.
Summer: Identify deciduous trees for replacement or remediation in the fall. Identify rock beds to be remediated in the spring of 2022.
Fall: Replace or remediate deciduous trees identified in the summer. Identify evergreen trees for replacement in the spring of 2022.
The Landscape Committee is one the hardest working committees in FRMD. They provide detailed written reports that are included with Board packages referenced earlier.