Record of Proceedings
Foothills Park & Recreation District Special Board of Directors meeting
September 22, 2026
A virtual attendance option was made available through Microsoft Teams.
Call to Order
Director Hanson called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Roll Call
Directors Present: Hanson, Brainard, Writz; Director Writz briefly left the room to tend to a family matter. Directors Absent: Lodice, Trimble.
Also in Attendance: Ronald Hopp, Executive Director; Paul Rufien, District Counsel; Dennis Weiner, Director of Finance and Administrative Services; Derek Eberhardt, Assistant Director of Recreation; Colin Insley, Director of Parks, Planning and Construction; Randy Meyers, Director of Golf; Bethany Fields, Recording Secretary; other Foothills staff and members of the public, including representatives of the Westridge HOA.
Potential conflicts of interest were disclosed pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes 18-8-308(2), 24-18-109(3)(a), 24-18-110, and 32-1-902(3).
Approval of Agenda
Motion: Director Brainard moved that the Foothills Board of Directors approve the September 22, 2026 agenda as submitted. Director Hanson seconded the motion. Poll of the Board: Director Hanson, yes; Director Brainard, yes. Due to her temporary absence, Director Writz abstained. The motion was approved.
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
Motion: Director Brainard moved that the Foothills Board of Directors approve the minutes of the August 25, 2026 Board Meeting as submitted. Director Hanson seconded the motion. Poll of the Board: Director Hanson, yes; Director Brainard, yes. Due to her temporary absence, Director Writz abstained. The motion was approved. Director Writz returned to the meeting.
Community Comments
Sharon Carbone, speaking on behalf of the Westridge HOA, requested that the District consider including references to Blue Heron Park and Beers Sisters Reservoir within the District’s new Master Plan. Ms. Carbone discussed the Westridge community’s participation in the Master Plan survey process and proposed language related to enhanced landscaping at Blue Heron Park and long-term water resource reliability for Beers Sisters Reservoir. Board members and staff thanked Ms. Carbone for her comments and discussed the ongoing Master Plan process and schedule.
Kathleen Weisse, representing the Sunrise Creek HOA, expressed support for the comments made by the Westridge HOA regarding Blue Heron Park and Beers Sisters Reservoir.
Joann Cortez addressed the Board regarding the strong community support for Blue Heron Park and expressed appreciation for the collaborative relationship between the neighborhood and the District. Board members reiterated the District’s commitment to working with residents throughout the Master Plan process.
Executive Director’s Report
Highlighting the report provided, Mr. Hopp discussed the following:
- Water levels at several District reservoirs continue to be impacted by ongoing drought conditions. Clement Park is no longer able to utilize reservoir water for irrigation purposes because water levels have fallen below the intake level for the pump system.
- The District continues to manage water conservation efforts across parks and facilities, including compliance with water-use restrictions and prioritization of active-use areas.
- Randy Meyers was recognized as a finalist for the Wilson Advisory Staff Member of the Year Award.
- Staff continue to work with the District’s irrigation consultants regarding pump station improvements and irrigation control upgrades at Foothills Golf Course. These improvements are expected to improve irrigation efficiency and extend the life of the existing system.
- Additional public outreach opportunities are underway as part of the District’s Master Plan process, including open houses and community events. Strong participation in both public engagement activities and the statistically valid survey has been reported.
Discussion Items
Item 1: Budget Estimates
Mr. Hopp presented the 2027 Budget Estimates as required by Colorado Revised Statutes. He reported estimated revenues and expenditures of $43,967,612 and reviewed the schedule for budget presentations and adoption throughout the remainder of the year.
Item 2: Finance Update
Dennis Weiner presented the District’s financial update through August 31, 2026. He reviewed year-to-date operating revenues, operating expenditures, net operating loss, and non-operating revenues and expenditures. Looking at the bottom line through August 31, 2026, Mr. Weiner concluded that net revenue was $3 million better than budget.
Adjournment
There being no further business, the regular meeting adjourned at approximately 6:32 pm.
Respectfully submitted: Bethany Fields, Recording Secretary