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SPOTLIGHT: THE VILLAGE OF MILAN AT FLYING HORSE

Colorado resort-style living BY LESLIE MASSEY  SPRINGSHOUSES

Pleasantly located close to The Club at Flying Horse, the latest neighborhood in the sought-after community, The Village of Milan, displays sweeping Front Range views in a coveted neighborhood setting. Colorado Springs only northern resort-style community continues to improve its wide-range of enviable advantages and outstanding lifestyle amenities. Flying Horse’s value, comfort and lifestyle overlap with cutting-edge ranch and two-story homes paired with flat home sites, garden-level home sites, walk-outs, and/or cul-de-sac home sites. “The Village of Milan represents some of the best lots available throughout Colorado Springs or El Paso County,” Doug Stimple, CEO of Classic Companies said. “They come with excellent orientation,

deep lots with great frontages, and outstanding views.” Only five home sites remain in Filing 1 of The Village of Milan, and all builders are off to a great start with home sales in Filing 2. As an added incentive, Flying Horse is offering an “Introductory Golf Membership” through February 29, 2016 on new sales in The Village of Milan. Homeowners will receive the Introductory Golf Membership upon closing of their new home. “We opened the community with three great builders offering a range of price points and variety of floor plans,” said Stimple. “And now we are pleased to announce that Saddletree Homes has joined The Village of Milan community.” High performance homes matching the country club setting are crafted by some of the Pikes Peak regions most respected home builders; Classic CONTINUED ON PAGE 3

THE VILLAGE OF MILAN AT FLYING HORSE Enjoy pre-paid monthly golf dues for one full year. Ask about the limited-time “Introductory Golf Membership” opportunity available through February 29, 2016!

Classic Homes: 719-495-7297 Goetzmann Homes: 719-488-6890 Vantage Homes: 719-418-3260 Saddletree Homes: 719-494-3194

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BuildingPermits The figures quoted here are based on the weekly printout from the Regional Bldg. Department. Not all permit data are shown. Prices include labor and materials and do not reflect lot price, utility tap fees, or other expenses. The following covers Jan. 23 – 29, 2016.

SINGLE FAMILY HOMES

• 80132 19688 Still River Ct. $491,926, Challenger Homes, Inc. • 80132 17620 Lake Overlook Ct. $451,878, Century Comm. • 80132 17255 Leisure Lake Dr. $513,234, Century Comm. • 80132 18410 Lower Lake Rd. $528,226, Adamo Bldg. Co., Llc. • 80132 17479 Leisure Lake Dr. $597,613, Century Comm. • 80132 17465 Leisure Lake Dr. $451,878, Century Comm. • 80132 17451 Leisure Lake Dr. $365,250, Century Comm. • 80133 309 Chautauqua St. $456,268, Nemmers Const. Llc. • 80817 8215 Campground Dr. $423,608, Oakwood Homes, Llc. • 80817 8165 Campground Dr. $322,632, Oakwood Homes, Llc. • 80817 7906 Moondance Trl. $492,354, Oakwood Homes, Llc. • 80831 10654 Mckissick Rd. $136,206, Poulson Const., Inc. • 80831 12334 Black Hills Dr. $546,001, Campbell Homes Ltd. • 80831 6606 Gelbvieh Rd. $298,111, Black Oak Homes, Inc. • 80831 19350 Cheryl Grv. $222,405, Jerry's Cstm. Concrete • 80831 6506 Watusi Rd. $263,738, Black Oak Homes, Inc. • 80904 633 Tierra Verde Ct. $447,059, Morley Ents. • 80905 1569 Gold Hill Mesa Dr. $409,260, Creekstone Dev., Inc. • 80905 1577 Gold Hill Mesa Dr. $303,786, Creekstone Dev., Inc. • 80908 7155 Aspen Brush Ct. $368,569, Challenger Homes, Inc. • 80908 10877 Echo Canyon Dr. $472,972, Elite Prop. of America, Inc. • 80908 3640 Sand Tail Ct. $622,670, Homeowner • 80908 7669 Kiana Dr. $346,297, Aspen View Homes • 80908 7716 Kiana Dr. $363,537, Aspen View Homes • 80908 7694 Camille Ct. $343,513, Aspen View Homes • 80910 1308 Celtic St. $337,730, Aspen View Homes • 80910 1348 Celtic St. $337,730, Aspen View Homes • 80915 7072 Jagged Rock Cir. $413,757, Ron Covington Homes • 80915 8758 Windy Plains Ct. $333,983, Ron Covington Homes • 80918 4631 Cedarmere Dr. $487,535, Brad Horsley Const., Inc. • 80918 4647 Cedarmere Dr. $380,348, Brad Horsley Const., Inc. • 80920 9153 Sunstone Dr. $493,960, Ron Covington Homes • 80921 1848 Redbank Dr. $560,457, Elite Prop. of America, Inc. • 80921 1917 Villa Creek Cir. $388,593, Elite Prop. of America, Inc. • 80921 1987 Villa Creek Cir. $507,238, Elite Prop. of America, Inc. • 80921 1930 Ripple Ridge Rd. $512,164, Vantage Homes Corp. • 80922 4403 Desert Canyon Trl. $491,926, Challenger Homes, Inc. • 80922 7018 Silver Buckle Dr. $561,420, Elite Prop. of America, Inc. • 80922 7126 Silver Buckle Dr. $489,463, Elite Prop. of America, Inc. • 80924 5666 Cisco Dr. $421,574, Creekstone Dev., Inc. • 80924 5643 Cisco Dr. $493,960, Ron Covington Homes • 80924 6107 Wolf Village Dr. $559,172, Elite Prop. of America, Inc. • 80924 10039 Edgemont Ranch Ln. $449,415, Keller Homes Inc. • 80924 4518 Outlook Ridge Trl. $439,671, Vantage Homes Corp. • 80924 4468 Outlook Ridge Trl. $550,820, Vantage Homes Corp. • 80924 6141 Rowdy Dr. $417,505, Vanguard Homes Corp. • 80925 3560 Wild Daisy Dr. $296,183, Challenger Homes, Inc. • 80925 9531 Bryce Canyon Dr. $292,435, Challenger Homes, Inc. • 80925 9563 Bryce Canyon Dr. $296,183, Challenger Homes, Inc. • 80925 7320 Bonterra Ln. $399,944, Reunion Homes • 80925 10066 Intrepid Way. $410,009, Saint Aubyn Homes, Llc. • 80925 10118 Declaration Dr. $347,475, Saint Aubyn Homes, Llc. • 80927 8327 Longleaf Ln. $349,402, Oakwood Homes, Llc. • 80927 8631 Meadow Wing Cir. $362,252, Elite Prop. of America, Inc.

RESIDENTIAL ALTERATIONS

• 80106 13185 Forest Green Dr. $3,480, 1st Call Exts. & Const., Reroof

• 80132 18690 Thunderbird Trl. $30,000, TriLakes Roofing, Reroof • 80132 17207 Buffalo Valley Path. $26,396, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80808 23486 Scott Rd. $12,750, Moriarty Roofing, Reroof • 80808 1047 Buffalo Run Rd. $7,700, Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 80808 22826 Hwy 94 $4,000, Homeowner, Reroof • 80808 22826 Hwy 94 $2,000, Homeowner, Siding • 80817 624 Wheat Field Rd. $3,200, Drury Bros. Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 80817 14 Arrow H Rd. $15,557, Campbell Roofing Inc., Reroof• 80817 1808 River Dr. $3,000, Diamond Roofing & Const., Reroof • 80817 970 Lords Hill Dr. $2,075, 7 Summits Exts. Llc., Reroof • 80817 827 Ridgebury Pl. $15,872, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80817 8388 Arbor Green Dr. $5,232, RW Res. Remod.ers, Deck • 80817 7454 Bentwater Dr. $2,500, L & N Const. Llc., Reroof • 80817 895 Rancher Dr. $4,484, Reliable Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 80817 10997 Hidden Prairie Pkwy. $0,500, Challenger Homes, Inc., Garage to Sales Office • 80817 932 Bromefield Dr. $5,900, Moriarty Roofing, Reroof • 80829 117 Fairview Ave. $6,200, Weatherproof Exts., Reroof • 80829 30 Via Piedras. $12,700, Lianro Metal Roofs, Inc., Reroof • 80829 2 Agate Ave. $1,500, Murphy Bldg. & Remodg., Carport Repair • 80831 10929 Bonnebelle Cir. $10,000, Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 80831 19350 Cheryl Grv. $40,000, Homeowner, Pole Barn • 80831 11986 Rio Secco Rd. $6,000, Homeowner, Reroof • 80831 12375 Handles Peak Way. $31,282, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80831 9678 Beryl Dr. $6,650, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80831 7924 Antelope Meadows Cir. $5,500, Rocky Mtn. Roofing & Rest., Reroof • 80831 10565 Mt Emerald Dr. $27,119, Saint Aubyn Homes, Llc., Bsmnt. Finish • 80831 6344 Southfork Dr. $1,749, Victory 1 Roofing Inc., Reroof • 80831 12327 Tex Tan Rd. $3,720, 1st Call Exts. & Const., Reroof • 80831 8978 Royal Melbourne Cir. $8,840, Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 80903 118 W Las Animas St. $10,412, Reliable Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 80903 420 S Institute St. $5,000, Wyndhill Roofing Llc., Reroof • 80903 1120 N Cedar St. $7,500, Guarantee Const. Grp. Inc., Reroof • 80904 604 Castle Rd. $9,319, Trafton Roofing & Repair Svc., Reroof • 80904 2812 W Kiowa St. $7,000, Divine Roofing, Inc, Reroof • 80904 1318 W CO Ave. $30,000, K1 Roofing & Rest., Llc., Reroof • 80904 141 S Favorite St. $21,597, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80904 922 Pioneer Ln. $8,000, Ty-Rex Const., Bsmnt. Remod. • 80905 1025 Garner St D23. $1,000, Homeowner, Siding • 80905 830 W Bijou St. $28,500, Double T Invests., Int. Remod. • 80906 2615 Pavo Pl. $10,931, Creative Outdoor Living Inc., Deck • 80906 1 Thayer Rd. $66,000, Mel-Ro Const. Inc., Int. Remod. • 80906 214 W Navajo St. $6,000, Homeowner, Stucco • 80906 3470 Hickory Hill Dr. $7,000, Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 80906 4530 Star Ranch Rd. $36,000, Wyndhill Roofing Llc., Reroof • 80906 1017 Arcturus Dr. $12,000, Peak View Roofing, Reroof • 80906 25 Alta Vista Rd. $9,000, Saren Strucs., Reroof • 80906 945 Brighton Way. $1,848, Peak Strctrl., Inc., Fndtn. Repair • 80906 6 Crossland Rd. $25,000, Scheffe's Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 80906 60 Mobray Ct. $9,000, Rest. CO, Inc., Reroof • 80906 705 Sirius Dr. $1,400, Homeowner, Reroof • 80906 250 Ivybrook Ln. $78,000, CO Grouting, Fndtn. Repair • 80906 108 Pierce Dr. $49,078, Double T Invests., Int. Remod. • 80906 36 E Clover Cir. $5,057, On Top Roofing & Rest., Reroof • 80906 1931 S Hancock Ave. $6,865, Durabull Roofing, Reroof • 80906 19 Elm Ave. $279,000, Old World Const., Inc., Reroof • 80906 312 W Ramona Ave. $6,000, Two Men & A Brush dba Key Genl. Cntrctrs., Reroof • 80907 2510 N Nevada Ave. $8,054, Homestead Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 80907 1516 Culebra Ave. $32,841, Peak View Roofing, Reroof • 80907 2109 N El Paso St. $5,700, Timberline Roofing & Const., Reroof • 80907 1222 E La Salle St. $0,350, R & R Ditching, Inc., Int. • 80907 1310 Chesham Cir. $5,800, Jkd Ents., Inc. dba Ascent Roofing, Reroof

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springshouses .com • 80907 852 Amsterdam Dr. $6,515, On Top Roofing & Rest., Reroof • 80907 2213 N Franklin St. $6,492, Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 80907 1617 N Franklin St. $10,000, The Affordable Demo Co., Partial Demo • 80908 18015 Bakers Farm Rd. $8,153, Savio Const. Inc., Bsmnt. Finish • 80908 7940 Tannenbaum Rd. $40,000, Deckworks Inc., Deck • 80908 8661 Dry Needle Pl. $25,413, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80908 7150 E Ravine Dr. $30,964, Davis Const., Bsmnt. Finish • 80908 10570 Huntsman Rd. $39,520, Solarcity Corp., Pv Solar • 80908 8180 Tannenbaum Rd. $26,000, Solarcity Corp., Pv Solar • 80908 17305 E Goshawk Rd. $50,306, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80908 7275 Mcshane Rd. $0,500, Johnson Cstm. Renovations, Framing Fireplace • 80908 10996 Echo Canyon Dr. $5,000, Elite Prop. of America, Inc., Garage to Sales Office • 80908 7862 Wagonwood Pl. $17,520, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80909 1318 Edith Ln. $8,305, Peak View Roofing, Reroof • 80909 2234 Patrician Way. $10,363, Peak View Roofing, Reroof • 80909 826 Sunset Rd. $0,500, Beam Repair Rathert Inc., Floor • 80909 713 Swope Ave. $3,000, Ahp Const., Inc., Reroof • 80909 713 Swope Ave. $2,000, Ahp Const., Inc., Siding • 80909 2925 N Chelton Rd. $2,354, First Rate Const., Deck • 80910 1304 E Las Animas St. $8,005, Peak Strctrl., Inc., Fndtn. Repair • 80910 2902 Valley Hi Ave. $0,300, Remod. Homeowner, Int. • 80911 6446 Dancing Star Way. $14,000, Solid Rock Const., Llc., Bsmnt. Finish • 80911 545 Ponderosa Dr. $5,000, Jackson Homes Llc., Reroof • 80911 30 Bella Vista Ln. $6,000, Stanley Co., Patio Cover • 80911 4946 Durasno Ter. $3,000, Seaback Roofing & Rest., Reroof • 80911 103 Harvard St. $6,468, Peak Strctrl., Inc., Fndtn. Repair • 80911 1304 Evergreen Dr. $1,500, Pbp Const., Garage Conv. • 80911 70 Otowi Dr. $4,000, Jackson Homes Llc., Reroof • 80911 425 Athens Dr. $2,800, Homeowner, Reroof • 80911 145 Esther Dr. $4,500, All-Around Roofing, Reroof • 80915 1349 Commanchero Dr. $3,500, Snap Shot Roofing, Reroof • 80915 1398 Hiawatha Dr. $4,607, A & I Skyline, Llc., Reroof • 80915 4716 Vista View Ln. $15,000, Wyndhill Roofing Llc., Reroof • 80915 5119 Palmer Park Blvd. $15,000, European Conn., Int. Remod. • 80915 6534 Noble St. $4,925, Reliable Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 80915 1825 Cora Ln. $5,000, Chris's Roofing, Reroof • 80915 2208 Oakridge Ln. $4,500, Homeowner, Int. Remod. • 80916 4555 Tetman Ln. $4,539, Front Range Roofing Co., Reroof • 80916 3340 Bridgewater Dr. $6,098, Victory 1 Roofing Inc., Reroof • 80917 6294 Gunshot Pass Dr. $6,362, Triton Roofing, Reroof • 80917 3290 Oro Blanco Dr. $11,600, Total Roofing, Reroof • 80917 4053 Sod House Trl. $3,200, Total Roofing, Reroof • 80917 5282 Windgate Ct. $6,000, Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 80917 3214 Teardrop Cir. $2,500, Southern CO Roofing, Reroof • 80917 4925 Artistic Cir. $4,150, Scheffe's Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 80917 5461 S Buckskin Pass Dr $2,394, Texas Firplace Express, Llc., Woodstove • 80917 5165 Artistic Cir. $0,002, Two Men & a Brush dba Key Genl. Cntrctrs., Reroof • 80918 4511 La Cresta Dr. $1,000, Homeowner, Siding • 80918 7085 Nettlewood Pl. $5,000, Homeowner, Deck Repair • 80918 6976 Prince Dr. $8,000, Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 80918 6550 E Wicklow Cir. $5,500, All Phase Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 80918 880 S Pulpit Pulpit Cir. $21,395, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80918 5850 Garmish Rd. $5,400, Willhite Roofing Svcs. Llc., Reroof • 80918 2961 Reuben Dr. $5,000, N. Murphy Const. Inc., Reroof • 80918 5970 Drifter St. $8,700, Jr Roof Maintenance, Reroof • 80918 4639 Get Along Ct. $19,689, Timber Top Const., Llc., Bsmnt. Finish • 80918 6927 Prairie Wind Dr. $18,388, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80918 6676 Snowy Range Dr. $4,350, Western Fireplace Supply Inc., Woodstove • 80919 13 Woodmen Ct. $15,000, Atlas Const., Decking Rplcmt. • 80919 595 Big Sky Ct. $11,200, Wilcox Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 80919 3345 Blodgett Dr. $15,000, Pinnacle Peak Cstm. Homes, Reroof

• 80919 1225 Winding Ridge Ter. $25,000, Stewart Const., Co, Deck • 80919 6556 Gemstone Way. $5,900, High Point Roofing, Reroof • 80919 2695 Stoneridge Dr. $19,168, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80920 3360 Mirage Dr. $8,900, Mc Williams Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 80920 7325 Grashio Dr. $3,000, Jmb Const. Llc., Int. Remod. • 80920 3475 Fair Dawn Dr. $8,000, Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 80920 2745 Heathrow Dr. $5,100, Libertas Solar & Electric, Llc., Pv Solar • 80920 7684 Scarborough Dr. $11,300, Total Roofing, Reroof • 80920 7970 Interlaken Dr. $2,200, Sunset Bldgs., Shed • 80920 3855 Orchard Dr. $4,000, Rocky Mtn. Rest. & Const. Llc., Int. Remod. • 80920 10275 Peach Blossom Trl. $103,000, Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 80920 8510 Smoky Falls Ct. $8,576, Integrity Roofing & Painting Llc., Reroof • 80920 8205 Turkey Run Dr. $25,500, Solarcity Corp., Pv Solar • 80920 2335 Legend Dr. $0,000, Rplcmt. Bestway Plumbing, Solar Pv • 80920 4395 Bardot Dr. $8,500, Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 80920 8035 Lorton Dr. $8,298, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80921 14995 Raton Rd. $3,333, 1st Priority Roofing, Llc., Reroof • 80921 1090 Tari Dr. $12,000, Krueger Bros. Const., Reroof • 80921 15465 Pompeii Sq. $24,900, Petrali Roofing, Reroof • 80921 1820 Pleier Dr. $17,000, J. R. B. Ents. Inc., Reroof • 80921 402 Coyote Willow Dr. $24,960, Solarcity Corp., Pv Solar • 80921 15041 La Jolla Pl. $20,000, Solarcity Corp., Pv Solar • 80921 15395 Steinbeck Ln. $13,213, Crystal Rose Const., Llc., Bsmnt. Finish • 80922 6180 Rockville Dr. $3,290, Best Hands Roofing, Reroof • 80922 5145 Stone Fence Dr. $18,793, All About The House Llc., Bsmnt. Finish • 80922 7035 Sapling Pl. $27,090, Aardansco, Inc., Bsmnt. Finish • 80922 3380 Leoti Dr. $6,450, Willhite Roofing Svcs. Llc., Reroof • 80922 3711 Sonoran Dr. $24,951, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80922 4718 Desert Varnish Dr. $3,333, 1st Priority Roofing, Llc., Reroof • 80922 5447 Vermillion Bluffs Dr. $22,000, Kinter Const., Inc., Deck & Cover • 80922 610 Piros Dr. $4,800, T Anthony Const., Deck • 80922 7070 Battle Mtn. Rd. $6,051, On Top Roofing & Rest., Reroof • 80922 4715 Purcell Dr. $9,417, Homeowner, Deck • 80925 4312 Anvil Dr. $2,500, Diamond Roofing & Const., Reroof • 80925 6502 Alliance Loop. $0,500, Saint Aubyn Homes, Llc., Sales Office to Garage • 80925 7430 Waterside Dr. $25,442, Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 80925 6502 Alliance Loop. $33,017, Saint Aubyn Homes, Llc., Bsmnt. Finish • 80927 7015 Pear Leaf Ct. $31,774, J & J Const., Inc., Bsmnt. Finish • 80927 8029 Hollygrape Ln. Ln $3,500, Libertas Solar & Electric, Llc., Pv Solar • 80927 6782 John Muir Trl. $2,000, Oakwood Homes, Llc., Garage to Sales Office • 80929 4470 Hammer Ranch Rd. $3,000, Homeowner, Garage Conv. • 80951 8190 Postrock Dr. $550,000, Fixins Home Svcs., Reroof

RESIDENTIAL GARAGES AND CARPORTS

• 80817 7924 Alaya Way. $32,344, Rice's Remodg., Det. Garage • 80831 16075 W Spencer Rd. $27,723, Sunset Bldgs., Det. Garage • 80906 214 W Navajo St. $21,291, Homeowner, Det. Garage • 80907 2804 Straus Ln. $10,000, Homeowner, Accessory Structure • 80918 4875 Diamond Dr. $26,614, Ahp Const., Inc., Det. Garage

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INDUSTRY NOTES: DEGRANT APPOINTED TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Mike DeGrant, Director of Development for Aspen View Homes, has been appointed to the 2016 Board of Directors and Executive Board for the Colorado Springs Housing and Building Association. Serving as a member-atlarge, DeGrant is slated to fill the role of the Association’s President in 2018. “We’re so proud of Mike’s accomplishments at Aspen View Homes and equally proud of his accomplishments within the industry and the community,” said Randy O’Leary, President of Desert View Homes, the parent company of Aspen View Homes. “The success of any home builder depends on guys like Mike who give tirelessly of their time and expertise to create a better building environment and a better community.” DeGrant, who was named the 2014 Builder Member of the Year for the Housing and Building Association, oversees all Colorado land development including divisions in the Pikes Peak Region and north of Denver in Northern Colorado. Active within the community, DeGrant serves on the Colorado Springs HBA Land Use Committee, CDPHE sub-committee, Utilities Committee and HBA Cares. On the board at Life of Faith Church, the City’s Initiative to end Homelessness, City/ County Continuum of Care Governance Board, the Partnership for Community Design, and the Development Review Enterprise, DeGrant is also a volunteer at the Space Foundation and Habitat for Humanity, through HBA Cares. About Aspen View Homes: Regionally owned, Aspen View Homes is a division of Desert View Homes. Desert View Homes (Desert View, Aspen View, and Horizon View Homes) is one of the top 100 home building companies in the nation and dedicated to servicing the entry level and move-up homebuyer. With divisions in New Mexico, Texas, and Colorado, Desert View Homes has accumulated numerous customer service and Builder of the Year awards and has been acknowledged in national trade journals as one of the most affordable home builders in the country.

Her industry and community knowledge are second to none,” said Desert View Homes President, Randy O’Leary. “As one of the nation’s leading home builders for affordable, first time housing, we recognize that having the best team in place is crucial to our growth and success. We’re thrilled to have Shelley’s passion and expertise working on our brand and setting our marketing direction!” A thirty-year marketing professional, La Judice is an active member of the Housing and Building Association of Colorado Springs, chairing the Parade of Homes from 2014 – 2016. She is also active in the Dayton Home Builders Association, chairing the 2015 Dayton Homearama. A two-time recipient of the Colorado Springs Housing and Building Association’s SMC Person of the Year Award and two-time recipient of the Association’s Marketing Director of the Year Award, La Judice will be based out of the Desert View Homes Corporate Offices located in El Paso, Texas and oversee marketing efforts in Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado. About Desert View Homes: One of the nation’s top 100 home building companies, Desert View Homes is dedicated to servicing the entry level and move-up homebuyer. Operating as Aspen View Homes in Colorado Springs and Horizon View Homes in Northern Colorado, Desert View Homes has accumulated numerous customer service and Builder of the Year awards and has been acknowledged in national trade journals as one of the most affordable homebuilders in the country. Privately owned, Desert View Homes is an A+ accredited member of the BBB in all locations they service.

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Homes, Goetzmann Homes, Vantage Homes, and now Saddletree Homes. Building in Colorado since 1989, locally owned Classic Homes is the only builder to receive the Better Business Bureau’s “Excellence in Customer Service” award three times. Their steadfast commitment to quality, value, and customer satisfaction is a direct result of their efforts to select the best materials and the finest trade partners, in conjunction with a dedicated, knowledgeable and experienced staff. Classic Homes prices in the Village of Milan start in the $360s. Communication and partnership are the key business values at Goetzmann Homes. Thirty years of quality craftsmanship, supplemented by their commitment to stay connected with buyers through each step of building process, ensures quality homes that exceed expectations. The folks at Goetzmann Homes are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of work to make certain their home buyers are satisfied. Crafting superior homes by paying attention to even the smallest details, Vantage Homes designs and builds homes to complement each buyers’ individual lifestyles. Working closely with each home buyer, Vantage is able to deliver the amenities and features their buyers are looking for. Together with their trade partners, suppliers, and staff, Vantage Homes has dedicated more than 32 years to delivering the highest level of customer satisfaction. Vantage Homes prices in the Village of Milan start in the low $400s. Four fully decorated model homes are available in the Village of Milan to explore, and two of these models were recently recognized with industry awards in the 2015 Parade of Homes. Since 1994 Saddletree Homes has been crafting homes in Colorado Springs and Monument and

they are eager to capture the new home dreams of their buyers. Working with the best master trades in the region makes sure every detail represents the level of craftsmanship that has become synonymous with the Saddletree name. Home buyers are welcome to modify their selected home plans to create the home that is right for them, or they can choose a new home that’s move-in ready. Flying Horse offers an exceptional country club setting with first-class recreational facilities, a District 20 K-12 academic campus, a private 18hole championship golf course, and comprehensive athletic club and spa offering a menu of facilities and services. The new Lodge at Flying Horse is sure to become one of the most sought-after hotel resort and meeting sites in the area. Featuring Rocky Mountain Tuscan design in harmony with The Club at Flying Horse, The Lodge is a stunning extension of the warm, sophisticated and elegant backdrop in Flying Horse. In addition, The Steakhouse at Flying Horse located within The Club at Flying Horse, is now open. Featuring extensive views of the Tom Weiskopf designed golf course, Pikes Peak and the Front Range, The Steakhouse is a contemporary restaurant in a beautiful Tuscan style villa. Everyone is welcome at The Steakhouse, club membership is not required to dine at The Steakhouse. Along with easy access to major employers and area military bases, Flying Horse offers quick commutes to downtown Colorado Springs, Castle Rock, and Denver as well as shopping, dining, and entertainment amenities. For more information, go online to FlyingHorseColorado.com or visit the builder sites at ClassicHomes.com, VHCO.com, GoetzmannHomes.com or Saddletreehomes.com. 

Marty Mindnich

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Shelley La Judice

LA JUDICE NAMED DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE MARKETING Shelley La Judice, 2014 Colorado Springs Housing and Building Association Associate Member of the Year and a well-respected Colorado Springs new home professional, has been named Director of Corporate Marketing for Desert View Homes. “Having worked with Shelley for several years on projects from websites to public relations, she was a natural fit to take on the newly created role of Corporate Marketing Director and oversee our marketing and PR efforts in all of our divisions.

RE/MAX Advantage Realty is pleased to announce the addition of Marty Mindnich, an experienced Broker Associate in Colorado Springs since 2001. Following a distinguished career in the Air Force as a Meteorologist, Mindnich settled in Colorado Springs to pursue his passion in real estate. His credentials include a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), as well as several coveted real estate designations. Mindnich’s diverse background and experience make him uniquely qualified to meet the sensitive of needs buyers and sellers relocating, often with very little notice. In addition to his passions for real estate and meteorology, he is a private pilot, an early morning regular at his fitness center, and a self-described news junkie. Mindnich is a strong supporter of the Children’s Miracle Networks and volunteers regularly at Fort Carson to help soldiers and their families find off-post housing. 

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Excessive energy bills can be a concern in spring and summer, just as much as they are in the winter. So how can you save money while keeping your home cool? The solution is simple: Top up your attic insulation. A poorly insulated attic is a primary source of energy loss, forcing your AC unit to work harder than necessary over the warmer months. Most attics are insulated, but oftentimes the amount of insulation present is inadequate — especially in older homes. Over time, insulation can settle and compact, allowing heat to escape through gaps. Topping it up is easy. Ideally, you want to aim for a depth of 16 inches of insulation for an overall R-value of 50. When existing insulation is present, simply level existing insulation to the top of the joist. Lay a fire- and moistureresistant batt insulation, like Roxul Comfortbatt, on top of joists, running perpendicular to the

first layer. Ensure batts are butted against each other tightly. Fit batts closely to cross joists; cut batt if necessary (this can be done easily with a serrated blade or bread knife) and leave no space between layers. Don’t forget to insulate the attic hatch to the same level as the rest of the attic. Apply weather-stripping to the edge of the hatch to reduce air leakage. Keep in mind that only IC-rated electrical fixtures can have insulation placed with zero clearance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and local building code to insulate around the chimney. When a house is insulated properly, energy savings can add up over time. Remember, insulation starts working the moment it is installed and can last for the life of the building. Tips on this easy, low-cost DIY project that will reduce your homes energy loss and save you money are available at www.diywithroxul.com. 

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Neighborhood: EAS Agent/Company: Susan Cuddeback, 719-229-1909 Personal Touch Real Estate • Completely Remodeled! • 5 Bedrooms/4 Baths/2 Car Garage/2,316 Sq. Ft. • Move-In Ready! House beautiful! No expenses have been spared in this 4-level floor plan with maple hardwood flooring throughout. Living room, dining room & updated kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, Hickory cabinets, granite counters & more on the main level! Lower level family room w/brick faced gas fireplace, ½ bath and real laundry room w/ cabinet, hanging & folding space. Master w/adjoining bath, two bedrooms & bath on upper level. Basement w/2nd family room, two bedrooms & bathroom. Large lot w/new flagstone patio & room for RV/camper. Convenient location to most of everything in Colorado Springs! A dream come true & waiting just for you!

Featured Home of the Week 8734 Windy Plains | $321,934

Neighborhood: Banning Lewis Ranch Driving Directions: From Power & Woodmen, head east on Woodmen, take right/south on Marksheffel Rd. Stay in left lane, make left at Vista Cerra Ave into Banning Lewis Ranch . Left at Vista del Picco. Left at Cameron Peak Dr. Right at Windy Plains. Agent/Company: Lenka Martin, 719-205-5248, For more info: Visit Lenka.Martin.com 3 bdrms+ loft/2.5baths/3 car garage/ 2672 total sq ft Two story home with 3 bedrooms plus loft, 3 baths, 3 car garage and full unfinished basement. Kitchen features gourmet kitchen with designer cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and large island. Hardwood floors on the main level, gas fireplace in great room, wrought iron railing at stairs, covered outdoor room, AC prep and much more! Front yard landscaping & fence included. Banning Lewis Ranch with rec center, pool, splash park and many trails and parks. Brand new home. MLS#9897089

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5 must have strategies to keep your job BY KATHI MILLER-MILLER  BUSINESS2COMMUNITY

So things aren’t going so well at work. Perhaps you’re surprised by the dooms day discussion with your supervisor, but chances are it’s not really a newsflash to you. The reality is that most of us know when things aren’t going well … be it at home or work. In a perfect world, these tough conversations would never happen and we would all be rock stars at every aspect of life. Unfortunately, that’s just not reality. Sometimes bad things happen to good people. Other times people are just in the wrong job or have personal issues that negatively affect job performance. And of course sometimes it truly is the fault of someone besides you. Regardless of where the fault lies, if you’ve been asked (or even worse told!) that it’s time for a performance improvement plan, the stakes just went through the roof and it’s literally time to dig deep. While it won’t be easy, it is possible to recover from these types of situations and put your career back on solid footing. But chances are it will take everything you’ve got! While there are lots of nuances, every performance improvement plan should have these five criteria at a minimum:

WELL-DEFINED GOALS

If you’ve never been a goal-setter before, it’s time to give it an earnest effort! Chances are strong that both HR and your leadership will be impressed (and possibly even surprised!) when you share your goals and the steps you plan to take to achieve them. If you’re new to goal setting, this should help you get started. “6 Secrets to Great Goal Setting.” But a word of caution on goal setting for these types of meetings, they absolutely, positively must be attainable. You see while I’m a big believer in stretch goals, they do nothing but harm once you find yourself in a performance based situation. Why? Because if you want to keep your job and get a second chance, it’s vital that you meet (and exceed!) every goal you set. For example, if tardiness is an issue instead of committing to arriving 15 minutes early, commit to an on-time arrival for the next 30 days. And then arrive early!

MEASUREMENT FOR SUCCESS

How can you achieve what you can’t measure?

While that may seem an odd question, with regards to setting great goals, it’s a foundational pillar. You see, solid goals have a defined ending point so you know when you can cross it off the list (as completed!) and move on to the next one. Think of it this way: if your goal is to start running, how do you know when you’ve completed the goal? A better goal for this same topic might be to train for and complete your first 5K. And if you’re in job performance hell, your ability to show you’re clearly accomplishing your goals is imperative. Set solid goals that have a defined and measurable component!

DEFINED MILESTONES

Having spent some of my career supervising Project Managers, I am well accustomed to the word, “milestone.” In the world of project management “milestones” denote important steps in the project, but the reality is they are much more than that! Setting good milestones helps keep the overall effort on schedule and greatly increases the odds of success. And using them in your performance improvement plan can do the same thing! Consider this example: Let’s say you need to improve a specific skill-set. Your milestones might look something like this: Take training class; Practice Skill for 30 Days; Meet with Supervisor for discussion. You see, setting milestones in your performance improvement plan provides the muchneeded structure to accomplish your goals. They also make for great conversation during update conversations, but we’ll talk more about that in a bit.

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You can have the best plan in the world and if the “powers that be” think it’s a loser, then your days are literally numbered. After you present your action plan for improvement to HR, you simply must ask for feedback. Ask a simple open-ended question like, “what do you think of my plan?” Or, “what changes would you recommend?” If they have no recommended changes, then one of two things is at play. The first (and most desirable!) is that like your plan and feel it might actually work. The second possibility is that they are simply going through the paces with this meeting and your fate has already been determined. Keep in mind that while this is a real possibility, it’s not reality until

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In these situations no news is not good news. Instead proactive communication is the goal. As simple as that sounds, finding the right balance can be a bit of a challenge. In order to ensure you’re not over chatting about the topic (and yes that’s possible!), simply ask your boss or HR how often and in what format they want to receive updates.

And then do exactly what they request … no more and no less. Make sure to arrive at each meeting with firm examples which highlight the positive changes you’re working to make. Perhaps you share a positive email from a colleague or even share that you’re ahead of schedule on a project if procrastination had been a problem historically. Regardless of the specifics, your goal in these meetings is to leave them with the impression that you are making progress toward the behaviors they want and that perhaps they should give you a bit more time. 

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