Chatfield Corners
Welcome
To sign up for the Chatfield Corners email distribution list to receive update on the irrigation system and other community matters, please send an email request with your name and physical and mailing address to [email protected]
The Chatfield Corners Owners Association is still active and all governing documents are still in full effect.
To save owners money, the Board of Directors entered into an agreement between the Owners Association and Metropolitan District granting the District power to administer the duties (DRB, covenant enforcement, etc.) usually done by the HOA.
The Owners Association budget for 2023 is $0, and there are no dues for 2023.
That does not mean that the Owners Association will not, at some point in the future, have a budget and need to charge dues again, although the Board is working very hard to make sure that does not happen. Please be sure to keep your contact information up to date with the Association in the event we need to get in touch with you.
For more information on the Agreement, see the Governing Documents section below, speak with one of your Board Members, or contact Kenji at [email protected] or 970-926-6060
Important Community Issue
Dear Chatfield Corners Owners and Residents:
The Chatfield Corners Metropolitan District serves as the local governmental agency for Chatfield Corners community. The District, in conjunction with Chatfield Corners Owners Association, operates and maintains the community raw water system for irrigation, maintains wetlands and recreation paths, controls noxious weeds, mows some of the community grass, provides design review and covenant enforcement services, and pays for the debt on bonds issued to finance the infrastructure.
The District’s primary source of revenue is property taxes which are levied to pay for operations and for debt service, and water use fees which are charged to pay for the costs of operating and maintaining the raw water irrigation system.
In May, the Metro District Board is considering asking for your opinion on how best to resolve an issue facing the community.
The issue:
When the Chatfield Corners Metropolitan District was formed more than 20 years ago, the operating expense was capped at $150,000 annually. Now with spiking inflation and increasing competition for contractor services, district expenses will be bumping up against that cap by 2025, making it difficult for the District to operate using a balanced budget, as is required by law.
Possible solutions:
- Putting a measure to a vote by residents and eligible property owners to increase taxes by up to $7,500 per year over the current cap of $150,000. This cap could increase up to 5% per year depending on inflation adding approximately $33 annually to the cost of an average home/lot. It is important to note that should actual operating costs or inflation begin to decline, the rate of taxation could be adjusted downward to match costs when annual budgets are set, as is the practice of the current Board, because the ballot language would specify a proviso of “up to” a 5 percent increase.
- An increase in water user fees by the same $7,500 per year to cover sufficient to cover operating expenses as well as capital replacement costs.
- Reducing services to maintain a balanced budget.
- Reinstate the $110 annual HOA dues that were eliminated in 2017.
- A combination of these options or options that have not yet been identified.
FAQs on Community Issue
When the CDMD was formed more than 20 years ago, the operating expense was capped at $150,000 annually. Now with spiking inflation and increasing competition for contractor services, District expenses will be bumping up against that cap, by 2025, making it difficult for the CCMD to operate using a balanced budget, as is required by law.
If the ballot measure is approved by vote the Metro District would have approval to increase taxes by $7,500 per year over the current cap of $150,000. This cap could increase up to 5% per year depending on inflation adding approximately $33 annually to the cost of an average home/lot.
The CCMD would have to examine either cutting levels of service or enacting one or several options.
Other options
• An increase in water user fees by the same $7,500 per year sufficient to cover operating expenses as well as capital replacement costs.
• Reducing services to maintain a balanced budget.
• Reinstate the $110 annual HOA dues that were eliminated in 2017.
Current projections based on inflation and increases in the cost of contractor services indicate the District will do so at a point in time in 2025 which, if measure is approved, is when the increase would be in place to begin funding those increased expenses.
The District will continue to be subject to the property tax mill levy cap of 13.098 mills for the operating mill levy (subject to adjustment for changes in Colorado’s residential assessment rate). This cap has been in place in the past and will continue after the election, regardless of the outcome of the election
Notice of Meeting
District Meetings are open to the public
If you have any items for the agenda or would like to be added to the meeting agenda distribution list, please email Kenji Nakata at [email protected].
The Chatfield Corners Owners Association Member Meeting will be combined with the June Chatfield Corners Metropolitan District meeting. For more information, contact Beth Johnston at [email protected] or (970) 926-6060
Notice of Meeting chatfield corners metropolitan district
The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Chatfield Corners Metropolitan District is scheduled for Tuesday June 20, 2023, at 5:30 pm at the Eagle Valley Rod and Gun Club with remote attendance option via Zoom.
Phone Only US 1 253 215 8782
Meeting ID: 849 9058 5329
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The next Association Annual Member meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 2023 in conjunction with the District’s June meeting.
Financial Information
The offices of Marchetti & Weaver, LLC perform all accounting functions for both the District and the Association. Budgets and audits (if applicable) are shown for each entity.
MEETING MINUTES
Here you will find several years of meeting minutes for both the Metropolitan District and Association. Minutes are not posted to the website until approved by the Board.
DESIGN REVIEW
KNOW WHAT’S BELOW – CONTACT CO811 BEFORE YOU DIG
Residents should request a locate several days before project start to avoid delays. To Request a locate, go to https://colorado811.org or call 811 or 800-922-1987
Construction & Alterations
All construction including fences, outbuildings and remodels, must be approved by the Design Review Board. This also includes requests for paint color choices and other minor alterations or additions.
Minor Additions and Alterations
For any request that includes a variance to the current guidelines, please complete the Variance Design Review Submittal form. For minor additions and alterations, such as fences, sheds, painting please complete the Design Review Submittal Form - minor additions/alterations. Please email the completed form to [email protected]. Only completed submissions will be submitted for review. Please allow at least two weeks for review of your submission. No construction, installation, or painting may begin until you have received notification of approval from the Design Review Committee.
New Homes, Major Additions and Remodels
The Design Review function for new homes, solar panels, and major remodels or additions in Chatfield Corners are managed by Leah Mayer with LKSM Design, PC. Please complete and email the Design Review Submittal Form-New Homes below to Leah to begin the review process. Design review fees and deposits listed on the Design Review Submittal Form are subject to change. Please contact Leah at [email protected] or by phone at (970) 376-6623 with questions, to verify fees and for additional information.
Additional Questions?
If you have additional questions or need more information, please contact Kenji Nakata via phone (970) 926-6060 or email [email protected]
And, as always, CALL 811 BEFORE YOU DIG!
WATER & WASTE WATER
Chatfield Corners uses ditch water to irrigate. Cleaning your irrigation intake screen on a regular basis will optimize your water pressure. You may never have cleaned your screen before but because of the warm temperatures and low water, there were a number of issues last season which was all related to dirty or plugged up screens. We recommend cleaning the screen no less than weekly during the irrigation season. Please see the attached instructions
Esquinas de Chatfield usos zanja de agua para regar. Limpiar la pantalla de entrada de riego regularmente optimizará la presión del agua. No puede nunca haber limpiado la pantalla antes, pero debido a las temperaturas cálidas y agua bajo de que una serie problemas la temporada pasada que estaban todas relacionadas con sucio u obstruido por pantallas. Recomendamos limpiar la pantalla de no menos de cada semana durante la temporada de riego. Consulte instrucciones adjuntas
Raw Water Irrigation
The raw water irrigation system has been turned off for the season. Irrigation water will not be avaliable to owners until the system is turned back on at the end of April or beginning of May, weather dependent.
Irrigation Maintenance Days
In response to owner requests, the Board has authorized specific days throughout the irrigation season on which the irrigation system will be turned on for all homes in the community during normally restricted time periods to provide a time for owners or their landscaping contractor to perform maintenance on their system, such as checking for broken heads, verify run times, and other repairs.
Irrigation maintenance days are not meant to be used as an extra watering day. Do not run your system unless you are doing repairs or maintenance and turn off your system once you are finished with your maintenance or repairs.
Irrigation Maintenance Days for 2023 will be from 8:00 to 6:00 pm Dates to be determined.
Irrigation Maintenance Days are subject to change or cancellation without notice and are dependent on the overall condition of the system and water supply.
Water rates changes are considered at the District’s budget meeting usually held in October.
Effective January 2023, the raw water irrigation rate will increase to $37.00 per month.
The raw water irrigation system will be turned off for the season on October 14, 2022. Irrigation water will not be available to owners until the system is turned on around the end of April 2023, weather dependent. The District advises that owners clean the intake screens at least once a week and more often during runoff periods. Instructions for cleaning your intake screen can be found below.
If you experience any trouble with your irrigation water or notice any issues in the community common areas, please contact the District at 970-926-6060 or [email protected]
In 2018, Chatfield Corners Metropolitan District hired Borne Consulting to complete an inventory and prepare a Reserve Study for the Raw Water Irrigation System to assist in projecting costs for capital replacement and repair of the irrigation system infrastructure.
ELECTIONS
Chatfield Corners Metro District election information
Colorado Special Districts (including Chatfield Corners Metropolitan District) hold elections for the election of directors to serve on the District’s Board in May of odd-numbered years. The next District election will be held on May 2, 2023.
NOTICE OF MAIL BALLOT ELECTION FOR CHATFIELD CORNERS METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN and particularly to the electors of the Chatfield
Corners Metropolitan District (“District”) of Eagle County, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a regular election of the District shall be held on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, during the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. The election is being conducted as a mail ballot election. The ballots will be mailed to the registered electors of the District no earlier than 22 days prior to the election (April 10, 2023) and no later than 15 days prior to the election (April 17, 2023). The drop off location for the delivery of mail ballots and receipt of replacement ballots shall be located at 28 Second Street, Suite 213, Edwards, Colorado, and shall be open Monday through Thursday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and Fridays between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. beginning at least 22 days prior to the election day and from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on election day (May 2, 2023).
At such election, the eligible electors of the District shall vote for or against
Chatfield Corners Metropolitan District Ballot Issue 6A and Ballot Question 6B.
CHATFIELD CORNERS METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
By Beth Johnston
Designated Election Official
Published in: Eagle Valley Enterprise and Vail Daily
Published on: March 23, 2023
2023 Regular Election Resolution |
Designated Election Official Contact Person for District: Beth Johnston |
To be eligible to run for a Board seat a person must be an “eligible elector” in the District which is defined as a registered voter of Colorado and either:
- The owner (or spouse of the owner) of taxable real or personal property situated in the District
- A person obligated to pay taxes under a contract of purchase taxable property.
Board Director | Seat | Term | Email Address |
|---|---|---|---|
Grant Murphy | President | Expires May 2025 | |
David Barton | Secretary | Expires May 2023 | |
James (JD) Werkmeister | Treasurer | Expires May 2025 | |
Dean Callis | Asst Secr/ Asst Treas | Expires May 2025 | |
Mike Humphrey | VP/ Asst Secr/ Asst Treas | Expires May 2023 |
chatfield corners owner's association election information
The following Members were elected to the Chatfield Corners Owners Association Board of Directors:
Michael Humphrey
President – 3 year term expires 2024
Grant Murphy
Secretary – 2 year term expires 2023
Vacant
Treasurer – Please contact the District if you are interested in serving on the Association Board
Governing Documents
The documents provided on this and other pages of this site are for the convenience of website users. The documents are not all of the documents or instruments affecting the Metropolitan District, Association, or ownership of the property at Chatfield Corners. Owners are responsible for obtaining and reviewing all documents of record and otherwise affecting his/her property, including without limitation, all documents relating to title, the neighborhood, the Association, and the Metropolitan District.
If you require a District document not available below, you may request a copy by submitting a public record request to Marchetti & Weaver, LLC.
Community events
Please email [email protected] your name, physical address, and email address to join the Chatfield Corners’ email distribution list, which provides updates on the irrigation system and other important community matters.
Fire Mitigation
With recent wildfire scares the past few years, including the Grizzley Creek Fire in Glenwood Springs, Chatfield Corners would like to offer the following resources for steps owners can take to protect yourselves and your property.
- Sign up for Eagle County Alerts – https://member.everbridge.net/1332612387832141/login
- Sign up for emails and alerts through Chatfield Corners
(not a replacement for Emergency Alerts) – Community Events https://chatfieldcorners.org/ - Review the materials available from
- Prepare an emergency kit, communication plan, and create an evacuation plan.
Have a fire risk assessment done and follow the recommendations REALFire Assessment Application
Xeriscaping
Xeriscaping is a type of landscaping that focuses on water conservation. With the extended droughts affecting the West, xeriscaping is one way can residents to do their part to help conserve water. Xeriscaping is not “zero-scaping” with rocks and other non-porous surfaces replacing turf or other high-water use plants. If planned properly xeriscaping can result in beautiful landscaping that makes the most efficient use of the water that is available. Chatfield Corners has utilized xeriscaping with the refurbishment of the planting bed along the recreation path off of Autumn Glen St. Consider these sources for more information and ideas on xeriscaping:
CO State University Extension – has many informative articles and suggestions
Xeriscaping in Colorado: A Step by Step Guide – Resource Central
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If you have any questions or concerns, please contact
Quinten Bristol
SEFNCO Communications | Construction Manager
502 Gilder Way, Gypsum, CO 81637
C (303)-905-2274
CONTACT US
The Metropolitan District, as well as the Association, are administered by Marchetti & Weaver, LLC. Contact information for their office, as well as other useful entities, is available below.
