Triview Newsletter — June 2025
Triview Welcomes New Board Members
Following the May 6 election, three new Triview board members — Erik Demkowicz, John Gibbons and Ann-Marie Jojola — were sworn in on May 22. They will each serve four-year terms and join current board members Amanda Carlton and Jason Gross, who were elected in 2023. Since Triview is a special district, our all-volunteer board works alongside District Manager Jim McGrady to guide and oversee district operations. We’re incredibly grateful to our dedicated residents who take on this important community service. If you see Erik, John or Anne-Marie, please join us in congratulating them and thank them for the hard work they’ll take on over the next four years.
We would also like to acknowledge our outgoing board members, Anthony, James and Mark, for their years of devoted service to our community. We are grateful for their steady leadership and commitment in guiding high-profile projects such as the Northern Delivery System and other vital water projects. Just as importantly, they helped guide the district through years of growth while safeguarding its financial health. Their impact will be felt for years to come.
Higby Road Improvements Are Moving Ahead
In addition to electing our three new board members, voters approved our proposed Higby Road redevelopment project. Thank you to everyone who participated in the election. This project will deliver important safety and accessibility improvements along Higby Road, especially near Lewis-Palmer High School. Planned upgrades include new roundabouts, sidewalks and bike lanes, as well as safer pedestrian crossings and improved emergency access in case of events like wildfires.
What’s next? The district will issue general obligation bonds to fund the $12.6 million project. Thanks to strong fiscal planning, the bond will not raise taxes. Instead, annual payments of approximately $768,000 will be covered by existing revenue sources, including sales tax, the operations and maintenance mill levy and developer contributions. The first phase of construction is a 3,600-foot segment of road that is expected to begin in September and will extend from Bowstring Road to a point just east of the intersection of Higby Road and Harness. The second phase will be an 1,800-foot stretch of road from Bowstring Road west to Jackson Creek Parkway, with a target completion of fall 2026.
District Offices to Move at End of Year
The district has been challenged in finding adequate administrative office space. Our landlord notified us that our current lease will not be renewed at the end of 2025, so we are building an office in the district. Construction will begin in June and wrap up by December on an 8,000-square-foot, $3.3 million facility to house administrative services and utility operations.
The building will bring together the administrative team and about 10 utility staff members who currently work out of four buildings. Owning our own building will be more affordable for the district in the long term. The building will include six garage bays for the district’s trucks and better meeting space for administrators and board members. The project will be funded through a 10-year note with annual debt service of about $500,000, split between the water utility and general funds. Crossland Construction is the general contractor.
Watering Guidelines for a Healthy Lawn and a Resilient Community
To help preserve our community’s water supply during the warmer months, we want to remind you about our seasonal watering schedule, which is enforced from May 1 through September 30. To make the most of our shared resources, please follow this simple schedule based on your home address:
- Odd-numbered addresses: Water between 6 p.m. and 9 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
- Even-numbered addresses: Water between 6 p.m. and 9 a.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
- Sundays: Take a collective rest day with no lawn watering, giving our water system a chance to recover.
Tips for Smart Watering:
- Residents may hand-water dry spots, flowers and gardens any day between 6 p.m. and 9 a.m.
- For newly planted landscaping, hand-watering is allowed any day, at any time, to help plants establish strong roots.
- If using a portable sprinkler, follow assigned watering days above, as these devices are not hand-watering.
Use water wisely. The vast majority of residents now have smart meters installed. If you haven’t already, we encourage you to download the EyeOnWater smartphone app to monitor your daily usage, track patterns and quickly identify any unexpected leaks. Every drop counts, and this tool makes it easy to stay on top of your water habits.
We’re proud of our renewable water progress. Since September 2024, the district has been supplying our customers with 90% renewable water. Thanks to our new Northern Delivery System and our partnership with Colorado Springs Utilities, we’re bringing renewable supplies directly into the district, helping preserve the precious groundwater in the Denver and Arapahoe aquifers for generations to come. Together, we’re building a more water-secure future.
Below are watering recommendations for Monument’s semi-arid climate based on a lawn size of 3,000 square feet and 13 watering days per month.
