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The View From Meridian Ranch

Meridian Ranch Community Directory

MSMD Board of Directors:President:

Butch Gabrielski

Secretary/ Treasurer:Mike Fenton

Asst Secretary/ Treasurer:Douglas Woods

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A publication of The Meridian Service

Metropolitan District

Meridian RanchThe View From

Recreation Center News

Parents Nights Out – Friday, September 2nd & 16th from 5 : 3 0 - 1 0 : 0 0 p m . Drop the kids off and enjoy a night to yourselves

Tween Night – Friday, September 16th 5:30-10:00 pm. Food, games and fun!

Running Club – Saturday 9:00 am. Starts August 27th and occurs every Saturday thru December 21st.

The Active Older Adults have their Lunch Day Out on September 9th, from 12:15-2:15 pm. Monthly social with a potluck and Pinochle on the 15th from 12:15-2:15 pm. Sign up for the Cripple Creek Social on the 16th. The cost is $25.00 and you need to register by 9/14. Contact the Rec Center for more details.

The quilting group meets on the 14th and 28th of the month from 5:00-8:00 pm.

Story Time continues every Tuesday from 9:00-10:00 am. Check in with the front desk for the location.

Have you had your FREE f itness assessment? Our certified personal trainers are here to assist you with motivation, challenge, change, safety and accountability, or to answer your questions about health and well being. A fitness assessment is a great way to find what you need in training.

Looking for a fun and exciting place to work? The Meridian Ranch Recreation Center is currently looking for a dance teacher, child watch worker and facilities maintenance. Apply online at ppymca.org/careers.

Remember, there is a 100% card check upon entering the Rec Center. We have completed auditing our memberships and have deactivated accounts that have expired with paperwork or have no paperwork to support the additional adult members in the household. Members who have been deactivated will need to fill out new paperwork and provide proof of residency through a water bill or some such correspondence that indicates the member still lives at that address.

Always forgetting your membership card? Download the Key Ring App to your smart phone and never lose or

forget your membership card again. Follow these easy steps and have your barcodes on your phone!

1. Down the KEY RING APP

2. Set up a new user account

3. Push the plus sign at the top of the screen

4. Select no barcode

5. Fill in required fields

a. The store name is YMCA

b. Description is the name of the card holder

c. Membership ID is the barcode number (front desk can provide you this number)

6. Click the bottom of the screen where it says skip for now

7. If you have more cards to be entered select add another card otherwise you are done!

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

EVERY Wednesday is Ladies Night @ the

CreekView Grill from 4 pm to Close

1EVERY Thursday,

Kids eat for Free w/ a paying adult @

the CreekView Grill! Dine–in only from

4 – 8 pm

2Parent’s Night Out

@ Rec Center5:30 – 10 pm

3Run Club9:00 am

4 5 6OUTDOOR POOL CLOSES FOR THE

SEASON

Fall/ Winter Rec Center & Indoor Pool Hours Start

Story Time9 – 10 am

7 8 9AOA Lunch Date Out

10Run Club9:00 am

11 12Flag Football Starts

13Story Time

9 – 10 am

14Quilting Club

5 – 8 pm

15AOA Potluck & Pinochle

12:15 – 2:15 pm

16AOA Cripple Creek

Social

Parent’s Night Out and Tween Night

@ Rec Center5:30 – 10 pm

17Run Club9:00 am

18

19 20Story Time

9 – 10 am

21 22 23 24Run Club9:00 am

25 26 27Story Time

9 – 10 am

28Quilting Club

5 – 8 pm

29 30

September

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DEVELOPER NEWS:Dedication of Longview ParkOn Aug. 11th, 2016, Longview Park was dedicated in honor of Larry Rodgers.

The park was dedicated in Larry’s honor because of his tireless volunteer work on behalf of the Meridian Ranch community. He served on the Design Review Council #1 Board. After that he served on the Upper Black Squirrel Groundwater Management District (UBS) Board. Meridian Ranch’s

water is derived from groundwater, and lies within the UBS. After his stint on the UBS Board, he became a board member of the Meridian Service Metropolitan District and served on the board until he his health prevented him from doing so. Larry passed away on Oct. 7, 2014 after a valiant battle with cancer. We will always appreciate Larry’s efforts and dedication to this community.

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We needed to sell our house in Meridian Ranch, and Chris not only got us through the process, but had a solid contract on the house in under 1 day of being listed. Chris also took the time to research other houses for sale in Meridian Ranch to help determine the best price for our house. Chris was available to answer all our questions through the whole transaction. We highly recommend The Paragon Group if you need a true professional to help buy or sell a house in the Colorado Springs area. - Clay

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Celebrating the dedication of Longview Park in honor of Larry Rodgers from left: Melissa Rodgers, Larry’s son Jim Rodgers, Wayne Reorda,

Butch Gabrielski and Bill Gessner, MSMD board members, and MacKenzie and Jacque Rodgers, Jim and Melissa’s children.

Splash Bath Pet Grooming is now open for business at The Shops at Meridian Ranch and is taking appointments! Splash Bath is open 7 days a week from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm. Splash Bath offers fully body haircuts to just a simple nail trim. ALL animals are welcome. No species, breed, temperament or age will be denied services. Stop in and check out are new location or give us a call at 719-559-BATH. For more information, go to www.splashbathpetgrooming.com.

Oso and his humans were the first customers!


FALCON FIRE DEPT. FAQs about

Fire ExtinguishersHome fire extinguishers can help keep small fires from spreading, but like all life safety equipment, they must be in good working order and used properly to be effective. Here

are some common fire extinguisher questions received by the Falcon Fire Protection District.

What kind of extinguisher should I buy for my home? FFPD does not endorse any particular brands, but the extinguisher should carry the label of an independent testing laboratory such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Choose a multi-purpose extinguisher that can be used on all types of home fires.

Where is the best place to keep an extinguisher? Fire extinguishers should be stored in locations that are easy to access and where all family members know to find them. Consider obtaining fire extinguishers for kitchens, laundry rooms, and garages as well as near fireplaces, wood burning stoves, and barbecues.

Where can I have an extinguisher recharged after it’s been used? Most home fire extinguishers are good for a single use and cannot be recharged. Extinguishers designed for commercial use (like those in stores, offices, schools, etc.) can be recharged after use and must be inspected annually by a certified technician.

My fire extinguisher is old. Is it still good? Home fire extinguishers typically have a 5-15 year lifespan; however, their effectiveness can degrade with time. Check the label to see if the manufacturer has a recommended replacement date. If the extinguisher has a dial, the needle should be in the green area. Make sure the extinguisher is undamaged.

Where can I discard an old or used fire extinguisher? The El Paso County Household Hazardous Waste facility at 3255 Akers Drive accepts fire extinguishers for disposal.

How do I use my fire extinguisher? Read the instructions that come with the fire extinguisher and become familiar with its parts and operation before a fire breaks out. When a fire happens, the priority is always life safety. Make sure everyone has exited the building and someone is calling 911 to report the fire. You should use a fire extinguisher only if the fire is small, the room is not filled with smoke, and you have a clear exit path. Remember the mnemonic PASS:

Pull the pin. Hold the extinguisher with the nozzle pointing away from you, and release the locking mechanism. Aim low. Point the extinguisher nozzle at the base of the fire. Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly. Sweep the nozzle from side-to-side.

For more information, go to: http://www.nfpa.org/safety-information/for-consumers/fire-and-safety-equipment/fire-extinguishers

For a free tutorial on fire extinguisher operation, go to: http://www.fireextinguishertraining.com

Keep Up with Falcon Fire Protection District

Website: www.falconfirepd.org

Facebook: Falcon Fire Department

Twitter: @FalconFireDept

Questions? Need Answers! Please contact the Meridian Ranch DRC Management Team!

Jamie Adams, CMCA, AMS, PCAM – Managing Agent [email protected]

Chelsea Walker – Managing Team Assistant [email protected]

www.meridianranchdrc.org

September 2016Design Review Council News

As we approach the beautiful fall weather Colorado brings with the changing of the colors and cooler nights, a couple of items to remember for tree, shrubs and lawn care:

Perennials:

It is time to plant perennial seeds and bulbs! Yes, perennials count as the minimum requirements for the front yard. One gallon perennials work well for front yard flower gardens. In the spring it gives the yard a nice burst of color.

Trees:

Fall is also a good time to plant trees. Fall planting encourages good root development, allowing the plants to get established before spring. If weather is dry, provide water up until the ground freezes.

Lawns:

September is one of the best months of the entire year for seeding or sodding new lawns. If the lawn needs thatching, it can be done during the early fall. Over-seed old lawns with fresh seed to help fill in the bare spots and crowd out weeds and mosses. (1)

Landscaping guidelines from the Meridian Ranch Design Guidelines:

1. Shrub and perennial beds must be mulched with rock or wood mulch and lined with landscape fabric or other acceptable weed barrier material. The combining of rock and wood mulch in the same planting bed is not permitted.

2. Rock mulch shall be a minimum of ¾” and a maximum of 1 ½” diameter. Larger rock is allowed in drainage areas only.

3. Acceptable rock mulch color includes natural, earth-toned colors. Lava rock, white marble, white quartz, black granite and bright, harsh colors are prohibited.

4. Wood mulch must be of high quality and natural in color, with no added pigment. (Chipper mulch is not an acceptable material due to its tendency to be easily blown by the wind).

5. All mulched areas adjacent to turf should utilize an edger to define the planting bed.

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PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR PET:It doesn’t take much to remember that we have pets in our community. If fact, if you don’t watch your step, you’re liable to step in on such reminder!

Besides being unsightly and smelly, animal waste can be hazardous to the health of our children who play in the community and other pets. One of the most common forms of disease transmission between dogs is through their fecal matter.

When walking your dog in our community, remember that it should be leashed. Also, it is important to remember to immediately clean up after your pet. Take a baggie along with you to pick up waste and then dispose of it properly.

By taking a few simple steps to clean up after your pet, you can contribute not only to the beautification of our community, but also towards the elimination of one of the most irritating nuisances in our community. Thank you for your cooperation.

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Recreation Center News The outdoor pool closes on September 6th for the season. The indoor pool hours will revert to Fall & Winter hours:

Monday, Wednesday, Friday5:30 am - 9 am Lap swim only*

9 am -11:50 am open swim

Monday, Wednesday4 pm–7:50 pm open swim

Friday4 pm–6:50 pm open swim

Tuesday and Thursday

5:30-10 am Lap swimming only*

Saturday9 am – 5:30 pm open swim

Sunday12 pm – 5:50 pm open swim

*This includes use of the hot tub.

FALL/ WINTER RECREATION CENTER HOURSMonday –Thursday: 5:30 am –12 pm / 3:30-8:30 pmFriday: 5:30 am-12 pm / 3:30 pm–7:30 pmSaturday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pmSunday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

It’s time to register for our Fall mini camps at Meridian Ranch! Games, crafts and lunch each day… and bring your swimsuits on Thursdays! Contact Jessica at [email protected] for more information

• Session 1: October 11& 13 (Tues/Thurs) Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

• Session 2: October 18 & 20 (Tues/Thurs) Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

7-12 years old l $25 Resident, $30 Non-Resident

Guess what time of the year it is? It’s time to join Run Club 2! We had such a huge success with 86 participants in the first run club, so we decided to do it again and make it even bigger and better. Run Club 2 will be led by our newly certified running coaches. Each week we will run from a

different location and every fifth week the Boulder Running Company will host one of the runs. They will also close the store for us on September 9th and do a complete gait analysis on each member along with providing discounts to the group on new shoes and apparel. Run Club 2 will meet every Saturday at 9:00 am until December 17, 2016. We plan on signing up for the Creepy Crawl, Turkey Trot, Jungle Bell run and the El Paso County Rescue run on New Year’s Day and you will receive a running shirt, a nutrition plan and a training plan. If you would like to sign up or have any questions, please call the Recreation Center at 719-495-7119 or go to our website at ppymca.org/mr-run-club.

Togetherhood is the YMCA’s Signature Program for Social Responsibility. This program invites residents to lead and participate in volunteer service projects that benefit the communities where they live. Meet new friends or get student service hours. Its a fun way to give back and to make a difference. For more information see Mary at the front desk or email her at [email protected]

Join the fun this fall at flag football! Your children will learn the basics of offense, defense as well as passing, running, catching and flag pulling. Participants will get a chance to play many positions and learn the responsibilities of each. Your child will learn the true meaning of teamwork and have fun at the same time!

When: September 12 – October 29

Ages: 5-12

Prices: $55 residents / $65 non-residents

Call (719) 495-7119 for more information.

Don’t forget about the Rec Center when planning your birthday parties. It ’s easy for you and delightfully fun for the kids. Meridian Ranch offers a fun and exciting birthday celebration for your child with our creative

birthday party packages. Schedule their special day with us and let us set up and clean up the mess!

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