Please remember that the Pine Creek Golf Course is private property, and as such, is only for member use for permitted activities.  It is not open to the public for walking, running, jogging, skateboarding, or any other activities.  Please observe this use guideline just as you would for your own private property - no trespassing or use without permission.

Scam Alert: Fraudulent Texts Impersonate the Colorado DMV

The Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is alerting Coloradans to a new wave of fraudulent messages. Scammers are now directly impersonating the DMV, falsely claiming recipients have unpaid tickets and threatening severe consequences such as prosecution, suspension of vehicle registration, and revocation of driving privileges. These claims are entirely false and designed to intimidate individuals into immediate compliance.
These deceptive text messages and emails are crafted to appear as official communications from the Colorado DMV. Their primary goal is to frighten recipients into clicking malicious links and divulging personal or financial information under the guise of settling non-existent violations.
While the exact wording can vary, these fraudulent messages typically:

• State they are from the "Colorado DMV" or a similar official-sounding entity.
• Allege outstanding unpaid tickets or violations.
• Threaten imminent legal action, such as prosecution.
• Warn of pending suspension of vehicle registration and/or driving privileges.
• Contain a link to a fake website to "resolve" the issue or make a payment.

It is critical for all Coloradans to understand: These messages are NOT from the Colorado DMV. The DMV does not initiate contact via unsolicited text messages and emails to demand payment for tickets or to threaten prosecution or suspension of privileges in this manner.
If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from the DMV:

• Do NOT click on any links. These links often lead to fake websites designed to steal your information.
• Do NOT share any personal or financial information. This includes your driver's license number, Social Security number, credit card details, or banking information.
• Do NOT reply to the message.

If you are concerned about the status of your driver's license, vehicle registration, or any potential tickets, contact the Colorado DMV directly through its official website at dmv.colorado.gov or by phone at (303) 205-5600. Do not use any contact information provided in the suspicious text.

Learn more at https://dmv.colorado.gov/fraud-alertsscams

With Spring approaching, the trees will begin budding with leaves, and the heavier branches will drop lower over the sidewalks and street.  Maintain tree branches at 8 feet above sidewalks and 14 feet over streets (see PCVA Guidelines, Sec 2.3.3).  This keeps branches from impacting pedestrians walking on the sidewalks and keeps vehicles free from being hindered/scratched in the roads.  
  -- If your trees are located close to a street corner and/or a stop sign, you may need to trim your branches a bit more to avoid visually impacting a driver's ability to see the oncoming traffic or street sign.

Pruning Tips.  Learn more about the keys to healthy trees and shrubs from the Colorado Master Gardener Program's pruning guide at http://www.ext.colostate.edu/mg/gardennotes/616.pdf and Gardener's Supply Company early season pruning guide at https://www.gardeners.com/how-to/early-season-pruning/7889.html

Curious as to what the City Code of Ordinances allow and prohibit?  You can view it yourself at 
codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/coloradospringsco/latest/overview

Potholes are generally caused by moisture, freeze-thaw action, traffic, poor underlying support, or some combination of these factors. 

If you would like to report a pothole to the City of Colorado Springs Operations & Maintenance Division you can do one of the following:
 - Call 385-ROAD and leave a message detailing the pothole's location
 - Use the  GoCoSprings App. See a pothole or graffiti? Want to report water wasting? Ask a question, report an issue, or give feedback to the City of Colorado Springs anytime.

Get the link for your phone at https://www.coloradosprings.gov/gocosprings