2016 DELEGATE
ORIENTATION
Enhancing property values and
creating quality of life through
recreation, community events, and
leadership.
HRCA Mission Statement
Vision
Building a lifestyle you want to live
Flowchart
Board of Directors
Backcountry Planning
Areas Committee
DRC, Finance,
CRC, Tribunal
CEO/GM
Architectural
Committee
Delegates
Directors
Craig Ziesman,
Vice President
Jeff Suntken,
President
Brock Norris,
Vice-President
Scott Lemmon,
Vice-President
Dennis Seymour,
Treasurer
Melissa Park,
Secretary
Governing Documents
• Community Declaration (CC&R’s)
• Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions
• Recorded against every Privately Owned Site
• Contract between Owner and the HRCA
• Supplemental Declaration
• Articles of Incorporation
• Bylaws
Terms
• Duty: Binding legal obligation
• Power: Ability to accomplish objective
• Liability: Corporate and/or personal
Directors Visionary Statements
and Objectives
Provide first class recreational amenities and programming
• Provide events and venues that enhance our community lifestyle
• Seek new, innovative programs and events
• Recognize and promote opportunities for volunteerism
Build the Backcountry Wilderness Area to be the heart of Highlands Ranch
• Create and implement a master plan for the Backcountry Wilderness Area
• Evaluate and implement recreational activities, programming and potential partnerships
Foster development that drives sustainable economic growth and supports our mission
• Identify and advance economic opportunities that enhance Highlands Ranch and are in the best interest
of our residents
• Lead community stakeholders to ensure an appropriate balance of commercial, residential, recreational
and open space development
Define our distinct Highlands Ranch community lifestyle
• Identify and implement high profile experiences that strengthen the community
• Promote the brand that attracts businesses and residents
Community Declaration
• Section 2.20 and 2.21 define Delegate and District
Delegate
• Section 4.4 Establishment of Delegate District
• Section 4.6 Voting Rights of Delegates
• Section 4.7 Delegates Representing Members Entitled
to Recreation Centers
Bylaws
• Section 5 addresses Delegates in General
• Voting
• Qualifications
• Term of Office
• Removal
• Resignation
• Vacancies
• Section 6 Meetings of Delegates
What is a Delegate?
• Delegate shall mean the natural person selected by
members within a Delegate District to represent such
Delegate District and to cast votes on behalf of
members within the Delegate District as provided in
the Community Declaration
Delegate Duties and Powers
• Delegates cast votes to represent the Members of the
district, one vote per privately owned site
• Delegates may vote by proxy
• Attendance at the monthly Delegate Meeting and
Board of Directors meeting is necessary for the
Delegate to adequately represent the District and
understand the issues before the community
• The regular Delegate Meetings provide oversight for
expenditures for the HRCA recreational facilities
Delegate Duties and Powers
• The President and Secretary of the HRCA (Board of
Directors) preside over meetings of Delegates pursuant
to the Bylaws
• Meetings of Delegates may be called to approve
increases in Common Assessments above the allowable
amount
• The Annual Meeting of Delegates is set for the
Delegates to elect candidates to the Board of Directors
• The Delegates have authority to amend the bylaws of
the HRCA with conditions, but not to amend the
Community Declaration
Delegate Duties and Powers
•Rules and regulations for the use /operation of the
Recreation Facilities
•Propose increases and/or reductions for the
Recreation Function Common Assessments (RFCA’s)
necessary for the operation of the Recreation Center
•Propose improvements to the Recreation Facilities
•Propose recommendations to improve operating
systems for the members
District Delegate Map
HRCA Committees
• Architectural Committee
• HRCA Tribunal
• Development Review Committee
• Finance Committee
• Backcountry Committee
Architectural Review
Committee (ARC)
• Reviews exterior property
improvements
• Promulgates rules
• Reviews variance requests
• Non-compliance notices
Development Review
Committee (DRC)
• Notify all Delegates of DRC Agenda projects in
Highlands Ranch or adjacent area
• Referral Agency
• No Authority
• Referral Agency on Declarant projects
Finance Committee
• 7 members
• Monthly financial statement review
• Quarterly investment review
• Annual budget and audit review
• Special projects
• Reserve Study
• Fund Management & Reserve Study Policy
• Investment Policy
Organizational Chart
HRCA Board of Directors
Chief Executive Officer and
General Manager
Community Improvement
Services Department
Property Management
Department
Legal Coordinator
Admin Assistant
Technician
Technician
Technician
Technician
Accounting Manager
Staff Accountant
Backcountry
Wilderness Area
Director
Backcountry Wilderness
Area Coordinator
Finance
Director
Operations &
Programs Director
Community Improvement
Services and Property
Management Director
Aquatics Supervisor
Sports & Fitness
Supervisor
Youth, Adult, Education
Supervisor
ER Facility Supervisor NR Facility Supervisor SR Facility Supervisor WR Facility Supervisor Training & Safety
Administrator
Recreation System
Analyst
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor/Staff Trainer
Aquatic Assistant
Aquatic Assistant
Maintenance Services
Supervisor
Aquatic Coordinator
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Aquatic Assistant
Aquatic Assistant
Aquatic Coordinator
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Aquatic Coordinator
Aquatic Assistant
Aquatic Assistant
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Assistant Facility
Supervisor
Aquatic Coordinator
Aquatic Assistant
Aquatic Assistant
Aquatic Assistant Children’s & Education
Coordinator
Arts Enrichment Coordinator ER Pre-School Director WR Pre-School Director Department Assistant
Children’s and Tumbling
Instructors
(and All Education Class
Contractors)
Dance, Cooking, Pottery, Art,
Music and Drama Instructors
Pre-School Teachers
Pre-School Aides
Pre-School Teachers
Pre-School Aides
SR Day Camp
Year Round
Summer – SR, ER & WR Day
Camps
Aquatic Swim Lesson
Coordinator
Coached Aquatic
Coordinator
Assistant Aquatic
Program Coordinator
Therapeutic Recreation
Coordinator
Sports Team Leader
Fitness Specialist
Tennis Specialist
Tennis Team Leader
Sports Specialist
Executive
Administrator
Human Resources
Director
Administrative Receptionist
Administrative Courier
Assessment Administrator
Database Administrator/
Accounting Specialist
Accounts Payable
Accounting Assistant
Human Resources
Generalist
Payroll Specialist
Human Resources
Assistant
Marketing & Special
Projects Coordinator
Community Events
Coordinator
Community Events
Coordinator
Community Events
Coordinator
Web Publication
Coordinator
Guest Services report to on duty Assistant Facility Supervisor
Membership Services report to on duty Assistant Facility Supervisor
Janitorial report to on duty Assistant Facility Supervisor
Lifeguards report to on duty Aquatic Assistant
Updated 3/13/2015
ER Maintenance Staff
ER Maintenance Staff
NR Maintenance Staff
SR Maintenance Staff
WR Maintenance Staff
Fitness Coordinator
Backcountry Wilderness
Area Coordinator
Property Manager
Property Manager
Property Manager
Property Manager Clerical
Assistant
Property Manager Clerical
Assistant
Community Relations
Director
Production Assistant
Backcountry Wilderness
Area Coordinator
Assistant Operations
Director
Commercial Coordinator
Residential Coordinator
Head Pro
Accounting Assistant
Backcountry Wilderness
Area Coordinator
HRCSF
HRCAA
Other Highlands Ranch Entities
Responsibilities
Douglas County Government
•Law Enforcement
•Roads and Street Maintenance
•Zoning
•Traffic Light Control
Highlands Ranch Metro District
•Arterial Landscape Maintenance
•Parks, Outdoor Sports & Recreation Programs
•HRMD Trails Construction & Maintenance
Littleton Fire Rescue
•Fire & Emergency Services
Centennial Water and
Sanitation District
• Water and Waste Water
• Water Budgets
• Watering Restrictions
Backcountry Wilderness Area
Mark Giebel, Backcountry
Director
Mission
To provide visitors with unprecedented
opportunities to enjoy nature near where
they live, while protecting and
conserving natural, cultural,
archeological, and historical resources
for the enjoyment of future generations.
Development Plan
Backcountry Area Map
Backcountry Wilderness Area
Programs Offered
• Full Day Youth Camps
• Archery Lessons
• Hayrides
• History
• Star Gazing
• Art
• Horseback Rides
• Community Campout
• Nature Hikes
• Vehicle Tours
• Themed B-Day Parties
• Elk Bugling
• Elk, Turkey, Deer, &
Coyote Hunting
• Haunted Forest
• Elk Banquet
Backcountry Wilderness Area
Revenue
•Funds: $290,000 transfer from Rec Fund
•Total Expenses: $650,000
Program Revenue Generated By the Year:
• 2010: $29,000
• 2011: $49,000
• 2012: $87,000
• 2013: $33,000
• 2014: $154,000
• 2015: $205,000
• 2016: $294,000 (projected)
2014/2015 Summary and
Comparison
2014 2015
CONTACTS 10,618 32,855
VOLUNTEER HOURS 942 1,415
LINEAR FT. TRAIL MAINT 2640 5280
DIRECT SAVINGS VIA VOL $5,280 $20,560
PROGRAM NET REV $55,000 $102,000
EMPLOYEE INJURIES 2 0
CUSTOMER INC/INJURIE 2 0
Accounting and Finance
Finance Director,
Christina Caputo
Overview of Accounting &
Finance Functions
• Accounts Receivable
• Primarily quarterly assessment billing and collections
• Accounts Payable
• Banking and Investing
• Information Technology/Database Management
• Solomon & FRx – Current Accounting System
• Upcoming Technology Upgrade – Netsuite & PerfectMind
• Financial Reporting
• Financial statements prepared monthly using accrual basis accounting
• Financial statements are available on the website
• Prepare the Annual Budget
• Annual Audit and Tax Preparation
• Risk Management
Financial Statements – Key
Components
Revenues
• Assessments
• Recreation Facility Operations & Programs
• Sub-Association Management
• Community Events
Expenses
• Administrative
• Facility Operations
• Program Expenses
Transfers
• Bonds and Interest Payable
• Reserve Funds
Budgets
• Budget Message and Assumptions
• Operating Budgets
• Administrative
• Backcountry
• Recreation
• Capital & Reserve Budgets
• 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Reserve Study
• Fund Balance Projections by Fund
Budget Process
Administrative Fund
FYE 2015 Administrative Operating Income Statement
Revenues $ 3.57M
Less: Operating Expenses $ 3.20M
Net Operating Income $ 0.37M
Less: Transfers
• Capital & Reserves $ (0.25M)
Net Operating Profit $ 0.12M
Recreation Fund
FY 2015 Recreation Operating Income Statement
Revenues $ 20.75M
Less: Operating Expenses $ 13.84M
Net Operating Income $ 6.91M
Less: Transfers
•Bonds $ 3.56M
•Capital & Reserves $ 2.10M
•Capital Project Fund $ 0.45M
•Backcountry transfer $ 0.29M
•Total Transfers $ 6.40M
Net Operating Revenue $ 0.51M
HRCA Human Resources
Linda Dorre, Director
Employee Resources as of
6/7/2016
• 889 Employees
• Around 100 Summer Seasonal
Staff hired each year
• 71% of HRCA Employees Live
in Highlands Ranch
• Employee generations:
• Silent Generation – 28
• Boomers – 144
• Gen Xer’s – 145
• Millennials – 308
• Generation Z - 264
Areas of Responsibility
• Payroll
• Employment
• Compensation
• Benefits
• Employee Relations
• Records
• Compliance
• Organizational Development
• Workers Compensation
Highlands Ranch Community
Scholarship Fund
• Designated 501(c) 3 in 2003
• Funded by donations, corporate sponsorships & fund raising events
• Quarter of a million dollars awarded to date
• $1,500 scholarships to 20 students for 2016
Community Relations
Jamie Noebel, Director
HRCA Mission Statement
It’s All Right Here!
Community Relations
• Media Relations
• Newsletter, Activity Guide & Web Site
• Communication to Members through e-Me
Email Blast and Volunteers through
Volunteer Updates
• Community Partners/Sponsors
• Community Events
• Cultural Affairs Association
• Local Biz Directory
• General Manager and Community Relations Director are
authorized to speak on behalf of the HRCA
• Weekly correspondence with
-Highlands Ranch Herald
-Highlands Ranch YourHub
• Program and event media releases and advisories
• Annual clipping file of all media stories
Media Relations
Publications - Communications
• HRCA News monthly newsletter
• 304,625 mailed plus 54,620 emailed
• Activity Guide – 3 times per year
• 77,943 mailed plus 11,583 emailed
• Web Site: HRCAonline.org
• 47,248 weekly views
• E-me: Meanwhile Back @ the Ranch
• Email blast to 34,317
• Volunteer Update – Delegate, BOD, and Committee Info
• Email blast to 131 volunteers
• Annual Community Calendar
• Annual Report
• HRCA Overview
• New Member Packet
• Social Media – Facebook – 8,043 followers
Twitter – 1,513 followers
Instagram – 341 followers
• “Local Biz Directory” Highlands Ranch online directory
• Welcome Booklet – Info given to new residents
• Web calendar of events & programs
• Special Program Marketing Mailings – Camps
• Event/Weather Line: 303-471-8888
Community Partners
CURRENT PARTNERS
• Alphagraphics
• Allied Exteriors
• Arma Dei Academy
• Cherry Hills Community
Church
• Children’s Hospital
• Coldwell Banker
• Comcast/Xfinity
• Culligan Water
• Davidsons Liquors
• Elements Massage
• Groove Automotive
• HindmanSanchez
• Littleton Adventist Hospital
• M4 Roofing & Gutters
• Metro District
• Nicolo’s Pizza
• Redstone Dental & Orthodontics
• SunPower by Photon Brothers
• Pro Disposal
• Salsa Brava/Urban Egg
• Schomp Automotive
• Shea Homes
• Sky Ridge Medical Center
• Symmetrix Solutions
• Tattered Cover Book Store
• Valor Christian High School
• Whole Foods
• Wind Crest
Annual Sponsor Benefits:
• Marketing in the facilities
• Advertising in the Activity Guide
• Logo recognition on flyers,
Newsletter and Activity Guide
• Participation in Events
• $136,000 Sponsorship Revenue
Community Events
Ranch Hand Volunteers
68 volunteers
 Incentive Program
 Assisting with events
 One-on-one Training
and orientation
510.5 Total Volunteer Hours
Over 92,141 Attendees at
HRCA Events
• Beverage Tastings
• Taste of Highlands Ranch
• Easter Egg Hunt
• Beer Festival
• Farmers’, Street, & Winter Markets
• 4th of July Parade & Celebration
• Trick-or-Treat Street
• Hometown Holiday
• Recycling events
• Doggie Splash
• Touch-a-Truck
• Father/Daughter Sweetheart Ball
• Home Improvement Expo
• Craft and Gift Shows
• Paranormal Party
• Film in the Park
• And more!
195 Volunteer Hours to Service Programs
Cultural Affairs
Association
The Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association (CAA) is a 501(C)3
organization, formed in 2001, to address the need for a cultural foundation
in the rapidly growing community of Highlands Ranch. The CAA provides a
central organization from which educational, artistic, musical, theatrical, and
dance events are provided to the residents of Highlands Ranch and
surrounding communities.
• $245,850 budget for 2015
• SCFD Funding Grant
• $102,000 budget for 2015/2016
Over 44 Cultural Programs = 58,031 attendees
Winter Cultural Series Highlands Ranch Days
Hooked on Fishing Ladies’ Fishing on the Fly
Summer Concert Series Curtain Call at the Mansion
Jazz at the Mansion Summer’s Sunset Concert
Oktoberfest Culture on the Green Series
Chinese New Year Showtime at Southridge Series
Classic Car Show Classical Music Series
July 4th Concerts Entertainment for Princess Tea Parties,
Senior Club Entertainment Hometown Holiday, and Taste
Encore Choral Taste of Highlands Ranch
Big Band Dance Night
Civic Green Park Town Center South
Town Center North
Eastridge Southridge
Douglas County Library-
Highlands Ranch Branch
Of These We Are Made
Justin Deister
Hard Right Turn: Sparrow
Robert Porreca
The Winner
Fermin Fleites
Sassy
Bob Heintzelman
Eventide Rhythm
Joan Benefiel
Flutter-by
Janene DiRico-Cable
Touching Sound
Maureen Hearty
Since 2008
Acquisitions through Art Encounters
Enchantment 2009
Tigris 2013
Baby Bear 2015
Molly, Dieter and Suzy 2015
Ken Joseph
Operations and Programs
Director
Operations and Programs
Common Features
- Indoor/Outdoor Pools (19 bodies of water)
- Running Tracks
- Gyms
- Fitness/Dance Studios
- Exercise Machines (300+)
- Weights
Facilities
Recreation Center at
Northridge
62,685 Sq. Ft.
• Special Features
• Tennis Pavilion
• Racquetball Courts
• Gym
• Saunas
• Major Programs
• Tennis / Racquetball
• Aerobics
• Competitive Swimming - Swim Meets
Recreation Center at
Southridge
72,000 Sq. Ft.
Special Features
• Auditorium
• Commercial Kitchen
• Senior Lounge
• Pottery Studio
• Pools – Kid’s Play Area
• Current Channel – Log Walk
• Fitness Pool
Major Programs
• Volleyball - Martial Arts - Theater - Pottery - Art - Cooking
Recreation Center at
Eastridge
85,000 Sq. Ft.
Special Features
• Children’s (Frog) Pool
• Indoor Outdoor Water Slides
• Steam Room
• Climbing Wall
• Sand Volleyball Courts - Outdoor
Major Programs
• Swim Lessons – Basketball - Dance
• Children’s Programs – Pre-School – Day Camp
Recreation Center at
Westridge
72,000 Sq. Ft.
Special Features
• Indoor Synthetic Turf
• Spin Cycle Studio
• Batting Cages
• Pitching Structure
• Outdoor Children’s (Whale) Pool
Major Programs
• Soccer – Lacrosse - Flag Football
• Spin Cycling Classes
• Children’s Programs - Pre-School
Facility Management
• Recreation Property - 35 Acres
• Facilities - 6.6 Acres (330,000 Sq. Ft.)
• Open 17 Hrs./Day - 7 Days/Wk. - 361 Days/Yr.
• 5000 + Visits/Day
• Membership - (New Residents)
• Registration - (Programs & Events)
• Customer Service - Member Relations
• Maintenance Services / Janitorial
Aquatics Management
(Diane Ball)
Supervisor
(2) Coordinators
• Group - Private Swim Lessons
• Coached Aquatics - Swim Teams
• Diving / Scuba / Snorkeling / Infant Swimming
• Birthday Parties
Supervisor
(4) Coordinators
• Children’s – Youth - Teen
• Preschools
• Day Camps
• Art – Music – Dance - Drama
• Education Classes
Youth and Adult Education
(Meredith Parker)
Supervisor
(5) Coordinators
• Fitness
• Martial Arts
• Sports Leagues - Camps
• Tennis
• Race Series
• Therapeutic Recreation
Sports & Fitness
(Chad Mejia)
Maintenance Services
(Steve Lang)
• Preventative Maintenance
• HVAC - Plumbing - Electrical
• Pools - Pumps - Motors
• Boilers
• Light Construction
• Painting - Dry Wall - Tile
• Cardio Machines
• Landscaping - Fences
• Snow Removal
• Events - Set-up - Tear-down
Enhancing and Maintaining
Property Values
Mike Bailey
Community Services Director
Community Improvement Services
• The Department Has Four (4) Areas of Emphasis:
- Architectural Residential: Residential Improvement
Review
- Commercial: Commercial Improvement and Signage
Review
- Compliance: Covenant Guideline Enforcement in
Both Commercial and Residential Settings
-Legal: As mandated per the Community Declaration
Noncompliance Flowchart
RE-INSPECTION – NOTICE OF
COMPLIANT TO THE
TRIBUNAL
RE-INSPECTION TRIBUNAL
DECISION
1ST STANDARD
NONCOMPLIANCE LETTER
AFTER INSPECTION
RE-INSPECTION – 2ND
STANDARD NONCOMPLIANCE
LETTER
Protocol
• Complaint calls from members = 60%
Staff initiated action = 40%
• All complaints verified by staff prior to action
• 2,500 letters per month in summer
1,200 letters per month in winter
• Board/Delegate Members should refrain from discussing all
compliance issues with staff or members as they may be
brought before the Tribunal or Court for a decision at a later
date
• Architectural Committee- Review of residential
improvements, Design Guideline Revisions
• Design Review Committee - Review of Commercial
Development, Zoning, Development Guide Revisions
• Commercial Review Committee - Review signage
and minor amendments to SIP
• Tribunal – Hearing Process
Committees
Thank You for Serving the
Community as District
Delegate!!
Questions???

2016 Delegate Orientation

  • 1.
  • 2.
    Enhancing property valuesand creating quality of life through recreation, community events, and leadership. HRCA Mission Statement
  • 3.
  • 4.
    Flowchart Board of Directors BackcountryPlanning Areas Committee DRC, Finance, CRC, Tribunal CEO/GM Architectural Committee Delegates
  • 5.
    Directors Craig Ziesman, Vice President JeffSuntken, President Brock Norris, Vice-President Scott Lemmon, Vice-President Dennis Seymour, Treasurer Melissa Park, Secretary
  • 6.
    Governing Documents • CommunityDeclaration (CC&R’s) • Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions • Recorded against every Privately Owned Site • Contract between Owner and the HRCA • Supplemental Declaration • Articles of Incorporation • Bylaws
  • 7.
    Terms • Duty: Bindinglegal obligation • Power: Ability to accomplish objective • Liability: Corporate and/or personal
  • 8.
    Directors Visionary Statements andObjectives Provide first class recreational amenities and programming • Provide events and venues that enhance our community lifestyle • Seek new, innovative programs and events • Recognize and promote opportunities for volunteerism Build the Backcountry Wilderness Area to be the heart of Highlands Ranch • Create and implement a master plan for the Backcountry Wilderness Area • Evaluate and implement recreational activities, programming and potential partnerships Foster development that drives sustainable economic growth and supports our mission • Identify and advance economic opportunities that enhance Highlands Ranch and are in the best interest of our residents • Lead community stakeholders to ensure an appropriate balance of commercial, residential, recreational and open space development Define our distinct Highlands Ranch community lifestyle • Identify and implement high profile experiences that strengthen the community • Promote the brand that attracts businesses and residents
  • 9.
    Community Declaration • Section2.20 and 2.21 define Delegate and District Delegate • Section 4.4 Establishment of Delegate District • Section 4.6 Voting Rights of Delegates • Section 4.7 Delegates Representing Members Entitled to Recreation Centers
  • 10.
    Bylaws • Section 5addresses Delegates in General • Voting • Qualifications • Term of Office • Removal • Resignation • Vacancies • Section 6 Meetings of Delegates
  • 11.
    What is aDelegate? • Delegate shall mean the natural person selected by members within a Delegate District to represent such Delegate District and to cast votes on behalf of members within the Delegate District as provided in the Community Declaration
  • 12.
    Delegate Duties andPowers • Delegates cast votes to represent the Members of the district, one vote per privately owned site • Delegates may vote by proxy • Attendance at the monthly Delegate Meeting and Board of Directors meeting is necessary for the Delegate to adequately represent the District and understand the issues before the community • The regular Delegate Meetings provide oversight for expenditures for the HRCA recreational facilities
  • 13.
    Delegate Duties andPowers • The President and Secretary of the HRCA (Board of Directors) preside over meetings of Delegates pursuant to the Bylaws • Meetings of Delegates may be called to approve increases in Common Assessments above the allowable amount • The Annual Meeting of Delegates is set for the Delegates to elect candidates to the Board of Directors • The Delegates have authority to amend the bylaws of the HRCA with conditions, but not to amend the Community Declaration
  • 14.
    Delegate Duties andPowers •Rules and regulations for the use /operation of the Recreation Facilities •Propose increases and/or reductions for the Recreation Function Common Assessments (RFCA’s) necessary for the operation of the Recreation Center •Propose improvements to the Recreation Facilities •Propose recommendations to improve operating systems for the members
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    HRCA Committees • ArchitecturalCommittee • HRCA Tribunal • Development Review Committee • Finance Committee • Backcountry Committee
  • 17.
    Architectural Review Committee (ARC) •Reviews exterior property improvements • Promulgates rules • Reviews variance requests • Non-compliance notices
  • 18.
    Development Review Committee (DRC) •Notify all Delegates of DRC Agenda projects in Highlands Ranch or adjacent area • Referral Agency • No Authority • Referral Agency on Declarant projects
  • 19.
    Finance Committee • 7members • Monthly financial statement review • Quarterly investment review • Annual budget and audit review • Special projects • Reserve Study • Fund Management & Reserve Study Policy • Investment Policy
  • 20.
    Organizational Chart HRCA Boardof Directors Chief Executive Officer and General Manager Community Improvement Services Department Property Management Department Legal Coordinator Admin Assistant Technician Technician Technician Technician Accounting Manager Staff Accountant Backcountry Wilderness Area Director Backcountry Wilderness Area Coordinator Finance Director Operations & Programs Director Community Improvement Services and Property Management Director Aquatics Supervisor Sports & Fitness Supervisor Youth, Adult, Education Supervisor ER Facility Supervisor NR Facility Supervisor SR Facility Supervisor WR Facility Supervisor Training & Safety Administrator Recreation System Analyst Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor/Staff Trainer Aquatic Assistant Aquatic Assistant Maintenance Services Supervisor Aquatic Coordinator Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Aquatic Assistant Aquatic Assistant Aquatic Coordinator Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Aquatic Coordinator Aquatic Assistant Aquatic Assistant Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Assistant Facility Supervisor Aquatic Coordinator Aquatic Assistant Aquatic Assistant Aquatic Assistant Children’s & Education Coordinator Arts Enrichment Coordinator ER Pre-School Director WR Pre-School Director Department Assistant Children’s and Tumbling Instructors (and All Education Class Contractors) Dance, Cooking, Pottery, Art, Music and Drama Instructors Pre-School Teachers Pre-School Aides Pre-School Teachers Pre-School Aides SR Day Camp Year Round Summer – SR, ER & WR Day Camps Aquatic Swim Lesson Coordinator Coached Aquatic Coordinator Assistant Aquatic Program Coordinator Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator Sports Team Leader Fitness Specialist Tennis Specialist Tennis Team Leader Sports Specialist Executive Administrator Human Resources Director Administrative Receptionist Administrative Courier Assessment Administrator Database Administrator/ Accounting Specialist Accounts Payable Accounting Assistant Human Resources Generalist Payroll Specialist Human Resources Assistant Marketing & Special Projects Coordinator Community Events Coordinator Community Events Coordinator Community Events Coordinator Web Publication Coordinator Guest Services report to on duty Assistant Facility Supervisor Membership Services report to on duty Assistant Facility Supervisor Janitorial report to on duty Assistant Facility Supervisor Lifeguards report to on duty Aquatic Assistant Updated 3/13/2015 ER Maintenance Staff ER Maintenance Staff NR Maintenance Staff SR Maintenance Staff WR Maintenance Staff Fitness Coordinator Backcountry Wilderness Area Coordinator Property Manager Property Manager Property Manager Property Manager Clerical Assistant Property Manager Clerical Assistant Community Relations Director Production Assistant Backcountry Wilderness Area Coordinator Assistant Operations Director Commercial Coordinator Residential Coordinator Head Pro Accounting Assistant Backcountry Wilderness Area Coordinator HRCSF HRCAA
  • 21.
    Other Highlands RanchEntities Responsibilities
  • 22.
    Douglas County Government •LawEnforcement •Roads and Street Maintenance •Zoning •Traffic Light Control
  • 23.
    Highlands Ranch MetroDistrict •Arterial Landscape Maintenance •Parks, Outdoor Sports & Recreation Programs •HRMD Trails Construction & Maintenance
  • 24.
    Littleton Fire Rescue •Fire& Emergency Services
  • 25.
    Centennial Water and SanitationDistrict • Water and Waste Water • Water Budgets • Watering Restrictions
  • 26.
    Backcountry Wilderness Area MarkGiebel, Backcountry Director
  • 27.
    Mission To provide visitorswith unprecedented opportunities to enjoy nature near where they live, while protecting and conserving natural, cultural, archeological, and historical resources for the enjoyment of future generations.
  • 28.
  • 29.
  • 30.
    Backcountry Wilderness Area ProgramsOffered • Full Day Youth Camps • Archery Lessons • Hayrides • History • Star Gazing • Art • Horseback Rides • Community Campout • Nature Hikes • Vehicle Tours • Themed B-Day Parties • Elk Bugling • Elk, Turkey, Deer, & Coyote Hunting • Haunted Forest • Elk Banquet
  • 31.
    Backcountry Wilderness Area Revenue •Funds:$290,000 transfer from Rec Fund •Total Expenses: $650,000 Program Revenue Generated By the Year: • 2010: $29,000 • 2011: $49,000 • 2012: $87,000 • 2013: $33,000 • 2014: $154,000 • 2015: $205,000 • 2016: $294,000 (projected)
  • 32.
    2014/2015 Summary and Comparison 20142015 CONTACTS 10,618 32,855 VOLUNTEER HOURS 942 1,415 LINEAR FT. TRAIL MAINT 2640 5280 DIRECT SAVINGS VIA VOL $5,280 $20,560 PROGRAM NET REV $55,000 $102,000 EMPLOYEE INJURIES 2 0 CUSTOMER INC/INJURIE 2 0
  • 33.
    Accounting and Finance FinanceDirector, Christina Caputo
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    Overview of Accounting& Finance Functions • Accounts Receivable • Primarily quarterly assessment billing and collections • Accounts Payable • Banking and Investing • Information Technology/Database Management • Solomon & FRx – Current Accounting System • Upcoming Technology Upgrade – Netsuite & PerfectMind • Financial Reporting • Financial statements prepared monthly using accrual basis accounting • Financial statements are available on the website • Prepare the Annual Budget • Annual Audit and Tax Preparation • Risk Management
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    Financial Statements –Key Components Revenues • Assessments • Recreation Facility Operations & Programs • Sub-Association Management • Community Events Expenses • Administrative • Facility Operations • Program Expenses Transfers • Bonds and Interest Payable • Reserve Funds
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    Budgets • Budget Messageand Assumptions • Operating Budgets • Administrative • Backcountry • Recreation • Capital & Reserve Budgets • 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan • Reserve Study • Fund Balance Projections by Fund
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    Administrative Fund FYE 2015Administrative Operating Income Statement Revenues $ 3.57M Less: Operating Expenses $ 3.20M Net Operating Income $ 0.37M Less: Transfers • Capital & Reserves $ (0.25M) Net Operating Profit $ 0.12M
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    Recreation Fund FY 2015Recreation Operating Income Statement Revenues $ 20.75M Less: Operating Expenses $ 13.84M Net Operating Income $ 6.91M Less: Transfers •Bonds $ 3.56M •Capital & Reserves $ 2.10M •Capital Project Fund $ 0.45M •Backcountry transfer $ 0.29M •Total Transfers $ 6.40M Net Operating Revenue $ 0.51M
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    Employee Resources asof 6/7/2016 • 889 Employees • Around 100 Summer Seasonal Staff hired each year • 71% of HRCA Employees Live in Highlands Ranch • Employee generations: • Silent Generation – 28 • Boomers – 144 • Gen Xer’s – 145 • Millennials – 308 • Generation Z - 264
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    Areas of Responsibility •Payroll • Employment • Compensation • Benefits • Employee Relations • Records • Compliance • Organizational Development • Workers Compensation
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    Highlands Ranch Community ScholarshipFund • Designated 501(c) 3 in 2003 • Funded by donations, corporate sponsorships & fund raising events • Quarter of a million dollars awarded to date • $1,500 scholarships to 20 students for 2016
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    Community Relations • MediaRelations • Newsletter, Activity Guide & Web Site • Communication to Members through e-Me Email Blast and Volunteers through Volunteer Updates • Community Partners/Sponsors • Community Events • Cultural Affairs Association • Local Biz Directory
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    • General Managerand Community Relations Director are authorized to speak on behalf of the HRCA • Weekly correspondence with -Highlands Ranch Herald -Highlands Ranch YourHub • Program and event media releases and advisories • Annual clipping file of all media stories Media Relations
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    Publications - Communications •HRCA News monthly newsletter • 304,625 mailed plus 54,620 emailed • Activity Guide – 3 times per year • 77,943 mailed plus 11,583 emailed • Web Site: HRCAonline.org • 47,248 weekly views • E-me: Meanwhile Back @ the Ranch • Email blast to 34,317 • Volunteer Update – Delegate, BOD, and Committee Info • Email blast to 131 volunteers • Annual Community Calendar • Annual Report • HRCA Overview • New Member Packet • Social Media – Facebook – 8,043 followers Twitter – 1,513 followers Instagram – 341 followers • “Local Biz Directory” Highlands Ranch online directory • Welcome Booklet – Info given to new residents • Web calendar of events & programs • Special Program Marketing Mailings – Camps • Event/Weather Line: 303-471-8888
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    Community Partners CURRENT PARTNERS •Alphagraphics • Allied Exteriors • Arma Dei Academy • Cherry Hills Community Church • Children’s Hospital • Coldwell Banker • Comcast/Xfinity • Culligan Water • Davidsons Liquors • Elements Massage • Groove Automotive • HindmanSanchez • Littleton Adventist Hospital • M4 Roofing & Gutters • Metro District • Nicolo’s Pizza • Redstone Dental & Orthodontics • SunPower by Photon Brothers • Pro Disposal • Salsa Brava/Urban Egg • Schomp Automotive • Shea Homes • Sky Ridge Medical Center • Symmetrix Solutions • Tattered Cover Book Store • Valor Christian High School • Whole Foods • Wind Crest Annual Sponsor Benefits: • Marketing in the facilities • Advertising in the Activity Guide • Logo recognition on flyers, Newsletter and Activity Guide • Participation in Events • $136,000 Sponsorship Revenue
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    Community Events Ranch HandVolunteers 68 volunteers  Incentive Program  Assisting with events  One-on-one Training and orientation 510.5 Total Volunteer Hours Over 92,141 Attendees at HRCA Events • Beverage Tastings • Taste of Highlands Ranch • Easter Egg Hunt • Beer Festival • Farmers’, Street, & Winter Markets • 4th of July Parade & Celebration • Trick-or-Treat Street • Hometown Holiday • Recycling events • Doggie Splash • Touch-a-Truck • Father/Daughter Sweetheart Ball • Home Improvement Expo • Craft and Gift Shows • Paranormal Party • Film in the Park • And more!
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    195 Volunteer Hoursto Service Programs Cultural Affairs Association The Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association (CAA) is a 501(C)3 organization, formed in 2001, to address the need for a cultural foundation in the rapidly growing community of Highlands Ranch. The CAA provides a central organization from which educational, artistic, musical, theatrical, and dance events are provided to the residents of Highlands Ranch and surrounding communities. • $245,850 budget for 2015 • SCFD Funding Grant • $102,000 budget for 2015/2016 Over 44 Cultural Programs = 58,031 attendees Winter Cultural Series Highlands Ranch Days Hooked on Fishing Ladies’ Fishing on the Fly Summer Concert Series Curtain Call at the Mansion Jazz at the Mansion Summer’s Sunset Concert Oktoberfest Culture on the Green Series Chinese New Year Showtime at Southridge Series Classic Car Show Classical Music Series July 4th Concerts Entertainment for Princess Tea Parties, Senior Club Entertainment Hometown Holiday, and Taste Encore Choral Taste of Highlands Ranch Big Band Dance Night
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    Civic Green ParkTown Center South Town Center North Eastridge Southridge Douglas County Library- Highlands Ranch Branch Of These We Are Made Justin Deister Hard Right Turn: Sparrow Robert Porreca The Winner Fermin Fleites Sassy Bob Heintzelman Eventide Rhythm Joan Benefiel Flutter-by Janene DiRico-Cable Touching Sound Maureen Hearty Since 2008
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    Acquisitions through ArtEncounters Enchantment 2009 Tigris 2013 Baby Bear 2015 Molly, Dieter and Suzy 2015
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    Ken Joseph Operations andPrograms Director Operations and Programs
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    Common Features - Indoor/OutdoorPools (19 bodies of water) - Running Tracks - Gyms - Fitness/Dance Studios - Exercise Machines (300+) - Weights Facilities
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    Recreation Center at Northridge 62,685Sq. Ft. • Special Features • Tennis Pavilion • Racquetball Courts • Gym • Saunas • Major Programs • Tennis / Racquetball • Aerobics • Competitive Swimming - Swim Meets
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    Recreation Center at Southridge 72,000Sq. Ft. Special Features • Auditorium • Commercial Kitchen • Senior Lounge • Pottery Studio • Pools – Kid’s Play Area • Current Channel – Log Walk • Fitness Pool Major Programs • Volleyball - Martial Arts - Theater - Pottery - Art - Cooking
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    Recreation Center at Eastridge 85,000Sq. Ft. Special Features • Children’s (Frog) Pool • Indoor Outdoor Water Slides • Steam Room • Climbing Wall • Sand Volleyball Courts - Outdoor Major Programs • Swim Lessons – Basketball - Dance • Children’s Programs – Pre-School – Day Camp
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    Recreation Center at Westridge 72,000Sq. Ft. Special Features • Indoor Synthetic Turf • Spin Cycle Studio • Batting Cages • Pitching Structure • Outdoor Children’s (Whale) Pool Major Programs • Soccer – Lacrosse - Flag Football • Spin Cycling Classes • Children’s Programs - Pre-School
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    Facility Management • RecreationProperty - 35 Acres • Facilities - 6.6 Acres (330,000 Sq. Ft.) • Open 17 Hrs./Day - 7 Days/Wk. - 361 Days/Yr. • 5000 + Visits/Day • Membership - (New Residents) • Registration - (Programs & Events) • Customer Service - Member Relations • Maintenance Services / Janitorial
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    Aquatics Management (Diane Ball) Supervisor (2)Coordinators • Group - Private Swim Lessons • Coached Aquatics - Swim Teams • Diving / Scuba / Snorkeling / Infant Swimming • Birthday Parties
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    Supervisor (4) Coordinators • Children’s– Youth - Teen • Preschools • Day Camps • Art – Music – Dance - Drama • Education Classes Youth and Adult Education (Meredith Parker)
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    Supervisor (5) Coordinators • Fitness •Martial Arts • Sports Leagues - Camps • Tennis • Race Series • Therapeutic Recreation Sports & Fitness (Chad Mejia)
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    Maintenance Services (Steve Lang) •Preventative Maintenance • HVAC - Plumbing - Electrical • Pools - Pumps - Motors • Boilers • Light Construction • Painting - Dry Wall - Tile • Cardio Machines • Landscaping - Fences • Snow Removal • Events - Set-up - Tear-down
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    Enhancing and Maintaining PropertyValues Mike Bailey Community Services Director
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    Community Improvement Services •The Department Has Four (4) Areas of Emphasis: - Architectural Residential: Residential Improvement Review - Commercial: Commercial Improvement and Signage Review - Compliance: Covenant Guideline Enforcement in Both Commercial and Residential Settings -Legal: As mandated per the Community Declaration
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    Noncompliance Flowchart RE-INSPECTION –NOTICE OF COMPLIANT TO THE TRIBUNAL RE-INSPECTION TRIBUNAL DECISION 1ST STANDARD NONCOMPLIANCE LETTER AFTER INSPECTION RE-INSPECTION – 2ND STANDARD NONCOMPLIANCE LETTER
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    Protocol • Complaint callsfrom members = 60% Staff initiated action = 40% • All complaints verified by staff prior to action • 2,500 letters per month in summer 1,200 letters per month in winter • Board/Delegate Members should refrain from discussing all compliance issues with staff or members as they may be brought before the Tribunal or Court for a decision at a later date
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    • Architectural Committee-Review of residential improvements, Design Guideline Revisions • Design Review Committee - Review of Commercial Development, Zoning, Development Guide Revisions • Commercial Review Committee - Review signage and minor amendments to SIP • Tribunal – Hearing Process Committees
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    Thank You forServing the Community as District Delegate!! Questions???