ANNOUNCEMENTS: CALL FOR NOMINATIONS §§ 1-13.5-501; 1-13.5-303 C.R.S.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the eligible electors of the Gardens at North
Carefree Metropolitan District, El Paso County, Colorado (the “District”).
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on May 6, 2025, between the hours
of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, three (3) directors will be elected to serve until May 2029, and two (2) directors will be elected to serve until May 2027.
Eligible electors (registered voters of the district and non-resident property owners, registered
to vote elsewhere in Colorado) of the District interested in serving on the board of directors
may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form from the Designated Election Official
(“DEO”) by emailing the request to Rebecca Harris (DEO) at rebecca.h@wsdistricts.co or calling
719-447-1777.
The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form is the close of business (5:00
p.m.) on Friday, February 28, 2025. If the DEO determines a Self-Nomination and Acceptance
Form is not sufficient, the form may be amended prior to 5:00 p.m. on February 28, 2025.
Earlier submittal is encouraged as the deadline will not permit curing of an insufficient form
after this date and time. An Affidavit of Intent to be a Write-In Candidate must be submitted to
the DEO by the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on Monday, March 3, 2025.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that information on obtaining an absentee ballot (for those who
may be out of town) may be obtained from the DEO, and applications for an absentee ballot
must be filed with the DEO no later than the close of business on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
GARDENS AT NORTH CAREFREE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
BY: Rebecca Harris, Designated Election Official
2025 Election Information |
Self-Nomination Deadline – February 28, 2025 Regular Election Dates – May 6, 2025 SD-7: Self Nomination and Acceptance Form CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL FORMS Election Manual 2025 Election Manual – Indexed(opens in new window) 2025 Frequently Asked Questions 2020-2024 Legislative Update for 2025 Regular Election Elections Quick Reference Glossary Election Official’s Mailing Resources(opens in new window) Election Calendar 2025 Regular May Election Calendar Historical Election Documents: 2022 Notice of Cancellation and Results |
Helpful Links and Information on Special Districts: https://metrodistricteducation.com https://www.sdaco.org/ https://cdola.colorado.gov/special-districts |
Accessibility
Gardens at North Carefree Metropolitan District Technology Accessibility Statement
Gardens at North Carefree Metropolitan District is committed to providing equitable access to our services to all Coloradans.
Our ongoing accessibility effort works towards being in line with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. These guidelines not only help make technology accessible to users with sensory, cognitive and mobility disabilities, but ultimately to all users, regardless of ability.
Our efforts are just part of a meaningful change in making the District’s services inclusive and accessible. We welcome comments on how to improve our technology’s accessibility for users with disabilities and for requests for accommodations to any District services.
Feedback and Support
We welcome your feedback about the accessibility of the District’s online services. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers. The District is committed to responding within three (3) business days.
Phone: 719-447-1777
E-mail: kristina.k@wsdistricts.co
Address: Gardens at North Carefree Metropolitan District
Attn: Compliance Officer
614 N Tejon Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
SUBMIT AN ACCESSIBILITY REPORT ONLINE BY CLICKING HERE
About the District
Gardens at North Carefree Metropolitan District has an existing Debt mill levy of 40.000 mills obligated to pay off Developer Reimbursements and 10.000 mills to fund Operations and Maintenance within the District. At this time there is no discussion regarding issuance of future mill levies. The Debt mill levy will remain until the obligated debt is paid off. The debt is currently set to mature on December 1, 2046 and there is currently no anticipated increase or decrease.
At this time, the Board is discussing the benefits of issuing a Bond to repay the Developer Advance and eliminate a higher interest rates. Here is a summary of the District’s current outstanding Long Term Financial Obligations:
Name of Debt | Initial Debt Issuance Amount | Maturity Date | Interest Rate |
Limited Tax General Obligation Developer Bond | $2,960,556 | December 1, 2052 | 8.50% |
The Gardens at North Carefree Metropolitan District’s primary function is to collect tax revenue for repayment of Long Term Debt. The District has also been charged with providing Covenant Enforcement and Architectural Review, along with facilitating ongoing operations and maintenance. At this time, the District does not anticipate providing additional primary functions.
The District currently owns detention ponds and landscape tracts. *See map for a visual of property owned by the District.
NAME | POSITION | TERM | DEVELOPER/ RESIDENT | |
Ronald Covington | President | May 2025 | Ron.C@GardensAtNorthCarefreeMD.org | Developer |
Grace Covington | Secretary | May 2025 | Grace.C@GardensAtNorthCarefreeMD.org | Developer |
Laureen Deveau | Treasurer | May 2025 | Laureen.D@GardensAtNorthCarefreeMD.org | Developer |
Vacant | Assistant Secretary | May 2027 | Developer | |
Tara Dudley | Director | May 2027 | taradudley.realestate@gmail.com | Property Owner |
2025 Regular Meeting Schedule:
All meetings will be held in person at the Covington Homes office, 13737 Struthers Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80921 and virtually at https://video.cloudoffice.avaya.com/join/217916951.
District Manager: Heather Smith – heather.s@wsdistricts.co Phone: (719) 447-1777
OPERATIONS FEE: $120.00 per unit / per quarter
Operations & Maintenance Fee: The Operations & Maintenance Fee is $120 per unit, per quarter. Payment is due on the 1st day of each month. Following a 15-day grace period, unpaid balances will be subject to a $15 late fee, applied automatically on the 16th day of the month starting in the second quarter of 2025. Interest at a rate of 18% per annum shall be applied to all outstanding Fees.
Payment should be made by check payable to: Gardens at North Carefree Metro District and mailed to 614 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Historical Meeting Minutes |
November 3, 2021 Meeting Minutes November 4, 2020 Meeting Minutes |