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

Why is the Chatfield Corners Metropolitan District (CCMD) considering asking to increase taxes?

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.

How much will the proposed increase cost me?

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.

What happens if the measure fails to pass?

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.

When does the CCMD expect to hit or exceed the $150,000 cap?

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.

Are there any other caps on the CCMD mill levy?

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.

2023 Meeting Calendar

Zoom Meeting Link 

Phone Only US 1 253 215 8782
Meeting ID: 849 9058 5329

Notice of Meeting chatfield corners owner's association

The next Association Annual Member meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 2023 in conjunction with the District’s June meeting.

 

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] 

Restrictions for the Raw Water Irrigation are in effect. Irrigation water is available starting at 6:00 p.m. on the day per the below schedule until 7:59 a.m. the following morning:
 
Chatfield Corners Phase/Filing I – Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Chatfield Corners Phase/Filing II – Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
 
NO WATERING ON MONDAY
 
Please be sure to adjust your irrigation clocks accordingly.  If you are not sure which Phase you are in, please consult your deed’s property description or look up it up via a Property Record Search on the Eagle County website.

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.

 Click here to view and download the study

ELECTIONS

REVISED-step pond front

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
2023 Amendment to 2023 Regular Election
Notice of Mail Ballot Election

Designated Election Official

Contact Person for District: Beth Johnston
Telephone Number of District: 970-926-6060 extension 111
Address of District: 28 Second St, Ste 213, Edwards CO  81632
Email of District: [email protected]

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: 

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

step pond side

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.

Special Districts are local governments (quasi-municipal corporations and political subdivisions of the State of Colorado) established to provide certain necessary public infrastructure, facilities and services to a community.  These improvements and services include water, sewer, streets, drainage systems, landscaping, traffic related safety enhancements, park and recreation facilities and services, fire protection, mosquito control, and transportation improvements.  There are currently over 1,800 Special Districts in Colorado providing these types of facilities and services to communities throughout the State.
 
The use of a Special District to provide these public improvements and facilities allows financing on a tax-exempt basis, at lower interest rates and on more favorable terms than would be otherwise available through private sector alternatives, resulting in a savings to property owners on the cost of infrastructure necessary for a community.  Special Districts as local governments are not only able to save money for their residents and property owners by selling tax-exempt bonds (to provide financing), they are also able to reduce costs by purchasing essential goods and services tax-free, and participating in intergovernmental agreements with other local governments.
 
Special Districts protect property values by assuring property owners that infrastructure is properly phased, and roads, water and sewer lines, and other essential facilities and services, to the extent owned and maintained by the Special District, will continue to be maintained. 
 
As governmental entities providing essential, fundamental services, the Colorado Legislature has promoted the use of Special Districts through a governing set of statutes.  Special Districts are governed by a board of directors that must meet and act in public session with public notice, and Special Districts must comply with, among other requirements, the Colorado Open Records Act, the Local Government Budget Law, and the Local Government Audit Law.  Special Districts are also accountable to the approving jurisdiction through annual reporting requirement and service plan limitations.
 
For more information, please see the attached document provided by the Colorado Department of Local Government. 

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.

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:

continuation of comcast installation in Chatfield Corners

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.