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Highlands Ranch Metro District

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The Highlands Ranch Metro District is the local government in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Follow news and updates here.

 Suburb of Denver, CO
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The deadline is drawing near to apply for the 2027 Highlands Ranch Citizens Academy. Applications are due by 5 p.m., Nov. 13. Learn about how Highlands Ranch operates, hear from local leaders & staff about local projects, programs and services, tour local facilities & network
A group of people tours a fleet facility during the Citizens Academy program.

ALT A group of people tours a fleet facility during the Citizens Academy program.

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with fellow residents. The program is free, open to Highlands Ranch residents, and is comprised of eight evening sessions held Thursday nights in January and February. Program information and an online application are available at highlandsranch.org/citizensa….
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Curious about how Highlands Ranch operates? Want to network with civic-minded neighbors from around the community? If the answer is yes, you should apply to the Highlands Ranch Citizens Academy!
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Learn more about this 8-week program held Thursday evenings from 5:30-9 p.m. in January & February, at tinyurl.com/znfbk6dc Apply online by 5 p.m., Nov. 13 at the link above.
Three people play a dice game to get acquainted during a Citizens Academy class.

ALT Three people play a dice game to get acquainted during a Citizens Academy class.

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Mark your calendar for our free Yard Waste Composting and Tree Recycling Event from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 14 at Redstone Park, 3280 Redstone Park Circle. Learn more: tinyurl.com/msdv7vpa
Staff members prepare to unload trimmed tree branches from a truck bed to feed into a wood chipper.

ALT Staff members prepare to unload trimmed tree branches from a truck bed to feed into a wood chipper.

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The Highlands Ranch Metro District would like to hear from you! Reminding you to share your thoughts by participating in our online community survey available through Oct. 28. Feedback from the survey is used by the board of directors & staff for planning & budget decisions.
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It's available at polco.us/2026HighlandsRanch
Highlands Ranch Metro District 2026 Citizen Survey - Open to all residents

Highlands Ranch Metro District 2026 Citizen Survey - Open to all residents

Polco is a secure and reliable place to provide input directly to local and state leaders, as well as other socially minded organizations.

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The Metro District's proposed 2027 budget is available to view on our website: tinyurl.com/55jfr6ym. Board members will discuss the proposed budget at their annual workshop at 10 a.m., Friday, Nov. 6, and a public hearing will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24.
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This survey previously required participants to share an email address to submit responses. We changed the requirement in response to resident feedback. We encourage everyone to submit responses w/o an email address. Survey results will be shared on our website later this year.
A laptop computer screen showing the citizen survey.

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The latest issue of the Messenger will be mailed to homes this week. Look inside or visit our online version for a special 45th anniversary timeline, information about upcoming events, project updates, water conservation, senior center programs and more! tinyurl.com/29mbww4k
Two boys ride bikes across a trail pedestrian bridge with yellow, autumn leaves framing them.

ALT Two boys ride bikes across a trail pedestrian bridge with yellow, autumn leaves framing them.

Two issues of the Messenger magazine showing the cover and an inside timeline infographic.

ALT Two issues of the Messenger magazine showing the cover and an inside timeline infographic.

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Applications are now open for the 2027 Highlands Ranch Citizens Academy. Get an inside look at how the community works in this eight-week program in January and February. Learn more and apply: tinyurl.com/bmyurs33
Members of the Highlands Ranch Citizens Academy program sit at tables and engage in small group discussions with Metro District staff.

ALT Members of the Highlands Ranch Citizens Academy program sit at tables and engage in small group discussions with Metro District staff.

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The Highlands Ranch Metro District would like to hear from you! Share your thoughts with us about community priorities and projects by participating in our online community survey, which is available through Wednesday, Oct. 28. Access the survey at polco.us/2026HighlandsRanch
Highlands Ranch Metro District 2026 Citizen Survey - Open to all residents

Highlands Ranch Metro District 2026 Citizen Survey - Open to all residents

Polco is a secure and reliable place to provide input directly to local and state leaders, as well as other socially minded organizations.

polco.us
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Feedback from the survey is used by the board of directors and staff for planning and budget related decisions. Survey results will be shared on our website later this year.
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The water at Rover's Run dog park near Redstone Park will be temporarily off due to a nearby line break. Our staff is working to resolve this as quickly as possible, and we appreciate your patience.
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Exciting improvements are coming to Civic Green Park! The playground's renovation closure began today, and new slides, climbing features, swings and more is on the way. Construction is expected to last through late November. Learn more at tinyurl.com/mvzrapm9
The current playground equipment at Civic Green Park features wood chip surfacing, older plastic elements and simple climbing play features.

ALT The current playground equipment at Civic Green Park features wood chip surfacing, older plastic elements and simple climbing play features.

An aerial rendering of new playground equipment at Civic Green Park showing continuous rubber surfacing and taller play structures.

ALT An aerial rendering of new playground equipment at Civic Green Park showing continuous rubber surfacing and taller play structures.

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Xcel Energy will be closing a section of the High Line Canal today - near the NW corner of the University of Denver Golf Club - for routine gas flaring. Please follow all closure signs. If you are nearby while this occurs, you might see, hear or smell a flame at the work site.
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Be part of something historic in the Highlands Ranch community by sharing your vision for the new Highlands Ranch Historic Park! The third and final community meeting is Monday, August 17 at 5:30 p.m. at the Highlands Ranch Senior Center, 200 E. Highlands Ranch Pkwy.
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As planning for the Highlands Ranch Historic Park takes shape, your voice matters. From the iconic windmill to 13 historic outbuildings, this 250-acre park will be special. You're part of making it happen. See FAQs, maps, & sign up for email updates @ highlandsranch.org/historicp….
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What a sweet evening 🍦 Thanks to everyone who joined us at Civic Green Park and helped raise more than $4,000 for the Backpack Society, a local nonprofit food pantry. Your support made this annual Ice Cream Social a huge success!
An aerial view of crowds milling around tents at Civic Green Park during an outdoor event.

ALT An aerial view of crowds milling around tents at Civic Green Park during an outdoor event.

Two sheriff's deputies smile and pose with their half-eaten ice cream cones during a community event.

ALT Two sheriff's deputies smile and pose with their half-eaten ice cream cones during a community event.

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The water features at Civic Green Park, 9370 Ridgeline Blvd., will be off from 6 a.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, July 21) until after lunchtime due to cleaning. We appreciate your patience!
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