March 2025 Newsletter

Upcoming Community Events

Mark Your Calendars

2025 Pool Waiver

Summer will be here before you know it!

Sign your yearly waiver now so your key fob(s) can be activated and you won’t have to wait in line to fill out the form the first time you go to the pool. Get a jump on it early this year.

Event Recap

We had a nice turnout for the Coffee and Crafts event in February.

The kids made some really cute valentines for their loved ones. We are planning to have another Coffee and Crafts in May to make something special for the amazing Mom’s out there!
Hope you can join us!

Game Night Cancelled

Unfortunately, due to low sign-ups and attendance, we have decided to cancel Family Game Night for March 8th.

We hope to reschedule in the future for a better turnout.

Community Updates

Landscape Maintenance

Snow removal is the main landscape maintenance Cox is completing this month. To remind residents the City of Aurora is in charge of plowing the roads in our neighborhood. Cox Landscaping completes snow removal at the clubhouse parking lot, YMCA parking lot and district property sidewalks. Residents are in charge of clearing their sidewalks and driveways. To view the districts snow removal map, visit our website at https://www.wheatlandsmetro.org/about-us/district-map-2/

More Activities at the Recreation Center

Towards the end of last year, the board discussed having more programs/activities hosted at our recreation center this year. We passed this request on to our team at the Y and they have already started to deliver, adding more classes and programs then last year.  We hope you have seen the flyers for these events included in our email blasts or up at the Y.  We hope you find a program that you enjoy!  

Saria Update

The Wheatlands board along with Blackstone, Beacon Point and Southlands Metro 2 have come to an agreement with SARIA. By signing Master Plan number 3, the 4 districts will remain in SARIA until 2038 and then will be able to leave SARIA . By leaving SARIA we will be able to allocate our ARI Mill levy as we choose and on projects closer to Wheatlands. This will not increase or decrease the taxes that are already included in the original service plan. Wheatlands will not be amending our service plan agreement with the City of Aurora and will be continuing with the original service plan. Other districts in SARIA will be amending theirs as needed to take out the new bonds being issued by SARIA.  Those districts will receive notice from the City of Aurora in the near future via mail regarding their service plan amendment. The SARIA board is working on a website to post additional information regarding the new master plan and service plan amendments. We appreciate the community’s support as we worked to find a compromise with SARIA and the City of Aurora.  

Covenant Enforcement

Fence Maintenance

Colorado winter weather can be harsh on fencing materials. Paints and stains fade, and boards can become warped or damaged. As Spring approaches, inspectors will be looking specifically at fencing to see if there are any areas that need to be maintained. If you receive notice that your fence needs work, you will be given until June 30^th for completion, but before you start any work, please read through the following information. For more detailed information you can review Schedule 1, Schedule 2 and Schedule 3 in the Residential Improvement Guidelines.

https://www.wheatlandsmetro.org/covenants/

Perimeter Fence vs. Non-Perimeter Fence

First you must determine what type of fence you are going to be working on. Wheatlands has many types of fences and where you live determines what type of fence is allowed. The map below shows where the perimeter fences are located marked in red. Any other fencing is considered non-perimeter fencing.

Perimeter Fences

All perimeter fences must be touched up and painted the same Sherwin Williams Nightingale color. You do not need to submit a Design Review request form if you are touching up your fence. Below is the information for the color that you can take to the paint store.

Non-Perimeter Fencing

If you are using one of the pre-approved stains for your non-perimeter fence or re-staining the same color, you do not need to submit a Design Review request form to touch up your fence. The following list of semi-transparent stains has been approved for the fences within the Wheatland’s Community. Any other stains will need to be approved, and you will need to submit a Design Review request form.

• Olympic
• Desert Sand
• Caramel
• Cedar Natural tone
• Fir/Pine Natural tone
• Redwood Natural tone
• Cinnamon
• Sierra
• Rosewood
• Redwood
• Behr Premium-Pre-mixed Colors
• Unfinished Wood
• Natural
• Cedar Naturaltone
• Redwood

How to Avoid Common Violations

We strive to uphold the Covenants as a District to preserve the nature and character of the community and protect property values. To meet this goal, it is important for each homeowner to follow all the District Guidelines and Covenants. The list below highlights some of the most common District violations we typically see, and what you should know about each of them.

• Vehicles: RVs, boats, trailers and commercial vehicles can be kept on a property for up to 72 hours for loading and unloading only. Otherwise, they must be kept within the enclosed garage or an off-site storage facility outside of the community.
• Trash: Trash cans should not be put out too early and must be brought in by a certain time since they can attract pests and make a neighborhood look shabby. The Guidelines state, “all garbage or trash cans or receptacles shall be stored out of site (except that a container for such materials may be placed outside at such times as may be necessary to permit garbage or trash pickup.) Trash containers may be placed on the street for pickup after 5:00 p.m. in the evening prior to the day that such trash is to be picked up. Trash containers must be removed from the street properly stored by 9:00 p.m. of the day of pickup.”
• Exterior storage: Bicycles, lawnmowers, kayaks or other items must be stored out of view, behind a fence or within your enclosed garage or shed.
• Design changes:  It is important to read and recheck the Guidelines before making changes to the appearance or structure of your home. Simple things like painting your house, making changes to any landscaping or adding a patio or deck, do require written approval from the District’s Design Review Committee. You can find the current Guidelines and helps for submitting an application at https://www.wheatlandsmetro.org/covenants/.

Responding to District Rule Violation Notices

• Address it: Ignoring a violation notice won’t make it go away and can make the situation much worse, if not responded to. Once you’ve received a violation notice, take steps to understand and correct the violation, and either pay or appeal the fine if issued.
• Don’t take it personally: Remember that the rules were created to keep the community safe and comfortable for residents, including you. When you purchased your home, you signed an agreement to uphold the rules.
• Communicate: While friendly phone or email communication can address minor infractions or warnings, written communication and documentation helps create clarity for everyone involved. When you’ve been accused of violating a rule, it’s best to address it in writing. If there are extenuating circumstances—like a family emergency that causes you to fall behind on lawn care—communicate that to your Covenant enforcement manager at [email protected]. You don’t know if an exception might be made until you ask.
• Get involved: There is usually a correlation between the level of homeowner involvement and the success of a community. So, if you want to improve your community, attend meetings to see how you can contribute or volunteer for a board or committee position.

Landscaping Tips and Tricks

March days begin to get longer, but cold nights remain and March is often the snowiest month of the year:

• Irrigation timers should be checked to be sure they are keeping correct time and date. Watering times should comply with Aurora Water recommendations and a timer that keeps incorrect time can cause non-compliance.
• North facing lawns with heavy snow cover can remove snow mold by raking the lawn once the snow is melted.
• Get ahead by turning annual flower beds and amending the soil.
• When changing out dirt in pots, rake the old dirt into your turf grass thinly to recycle it.
• Water young trees and plants over winter once monthly on trees, every two weeks on plants if precipitation is lacking.

Winter Landscape Reminders:

• There has not been enough snow recently. Water trees & shrubs by hand on a warm day.
• Mulch any pruning debris and spread in flower beds.
• Prune fruit bearing trees and shrubs in the winter.
• Plan seasonal color palettes for spring!

YMCA Programs

Click here to learn more about the swim team Click here to sign up Click here to sign up! Click here to sign up for Kids Night Out! Click here to sign up Click here to sign up for Lego Club Click here to sign up for HKD YMCA Sports/Fitness Click here to learn more about soccer at the Aurora YMCA Click here to learn more about baseball at the Aurora YMCA Click here to learn more and to purchase tickets Click here to learn more about swim classes Click here to learn more about the swim team Click here to learn more Click here to learn more Click here to learn more Click here to apply (enter Wheatlands in the search) ummer Camp 2025 Registration is Now Open to the Public At YMCA Summer Camp, kids find adventure, meet friends, discover passions and have tons of fun. Families across the Denver metro area come to Denver Y Summer Camp for a comprehensive experience, including physical activity, art projects, games, time outdoors, character development and social-emotional learning — not to mention two field trips each week!  June kicks off Summer at the Y-seum! Watch your step … here, our Y-storians have dug deep and studied hard to understand the fascinating story of our planet. They have scoured the planet in search of sacred artifacts that bring natural history to life — and they’re ready to share it all with you, the Y-seum visitors. At Summer Camp 2025, bring your curiosity and excitement and get ready to have some fun at the Y-seum!  ENTER SUMMER CAMP, DAY CAMP OR SPECIALTY CAMP INTO THE SEARCH WHEN YOU CLICK THE LINK Click here to sign up for summer camps! Click here to sign up for Pickleball! (weather permitting) Click here to sign up to use the Urban Soccer Field! (weather permitting)

Southlands Events

The Southlands Shopping center continues to offer events and programs. Pictures with the Easter Bunny, Summer Concerts, Farmers Market, Movie Nights, Wine Walks and more.

Visit the Southlands website for more details.

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