Eric Rysner

The board meeting included a presentation from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, highlighting the use of drone technology and providing updates on a fentanyl seizure and the Grappler vehicle apprehension system. An update was provided on the Code Red reverse 911 alert system outage. Staff presented an update on Fly'n B Park, recommending an RFP for a new shelter design. The board discussed a Reciprocal License Agreement with Douglas County. The board also held a public hearing for the 2025 revised budget and the 2026 proposed budget and mill levy.

The board will discuss the process for the General Manager's annual review. The agenda includes routine board communication on cash and investment transactions, a lease agreement renewal with Mile High Performance Tennis, LLC, approval of final payment to Triple M Construction LLC for the 2025 Concrete Trail Replacement Program, and approval of release of retainage to A-to-Z Recreation for Toepfer Park Improvements. The board will also authorize the General Manager to engage Forvis Mazars, LLP for an audit of the District's financial statements, amend the 2025 Budget, approve 2026 fee schedules, the 2026 budget, and changes to Exhibit A of the Highlands Ranch Water and Wastewater Agreement.

The board meeting included a South Metro Fire Rescue update focusing on lithium-ion battery safety and community outreach, and a Douglas County Sheriff's Office update on crime statistics and community safety initiatives. The board discussed Chamber membership, agreeing to continue membership in the South Metro Denver Chamber. Other topics included the Zebulon Sports Complex project, ratification of September 2025 cash and investment transactions, approval of an appropriation and amendment for the Dad Clark Gulch Channel Stabilization project, adoption of the Product Description Document for MS4 Permit Compliance, and updates on Toepfer Park, Highlands Ranch Rules and Regulations, and the 2026 meeting schedule. The board also discussed the Kendrick Castillo Memorial Monuments unveiling ceremony and community support for families impacted by potential SNAP benefit lapses.

The board meeting included an update from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office on crime statistics and trends in Highlands Ranch. A presentation updated the board on the public input process for the Fly'n B House. A public hearing was held to allow public comment on the 2025 Revised Budget, the 2026 Proposed Budget, and the 2026 Proposed Mill Levy, rates, and fees. The board also discussed cash and investment transactions, parkway landscape maintenance contracts, a personal leave policy, and a compensation plan.

The study session included a presentation from Congresswomen Boebert's office, offering support to the Metro District. Staff presentations covered the retirement recognition for Jodie McCann and a points of pride presentation on the Highlands Ranch Mansion. Discussion items included Douglas County park projects, specifically the Zebulon project. Agenda items consisted of October 2025 cash and investment transactions, parkway landscape maintenance contracts, personal leave policy updates, and the 2026 compensation plan. Public comments and special reports were also heard, including updates on the Lebsack Tennis Center and the Centennial Airport Noise Roundtable.