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FAQs

Forestry

Do I get charged to have a Forestry Volunteer come to my house?  What if I had one last year?
No, all Forestry Evaluations are free of charge.  There is no restriction on the number of evaluations you are permitted. 

Do I need a Forestry Evaluation before I cut down my trees?
Yes, if you are cutting evergreen trees (ponderosa pine, spruce, firs) greater than 4 inches in diameter measured at 4 ½ feet above the ground, you must have an evaluation and receive a permit from a Forestry Volunteer.

Do I need an evaluation and permit to cut down my Aspen or standing dead trees?
No, you do not need a permit to cut down non-native trees or trees that are already dead.

What happens if I cut down trees without a permit?
Cutting evergreen trees without a permit will subject you to a violation and possibly a fine.

I think that I have Mountain Pine Beetle (MPB), what do I do?
Refer to the “Tree Health” portion of the Woodmoor website to see general literature concerning the signs and symptoms of MPB.  Call the WIA office and ask to have a Forestry Evaluation because you suspect MPB.  The Forestry Volunteer will provide you with the proper information on how to treat and dispose of the tree, if necessary.

What happens if I don’t remove a MPB tree?
If a MPB tree has been identified and the resident refuses to remove the tree, it is considered harboring a nuisance and is a covenant violation.  The violation may entail a fine and, if not taken care of, may be referred to El Paso County for removal or resolution.

Can a Forestry Volunteer tell me why my trees are dying?
All Forestry Volunteers are trained in common insect and fungal diseases common to this area and are able to give you a probable diagnosis regarding the dying trees.  They also have additional literature and resources available to provide to the residents.

Can a Forestry Volunteer tell me how to thin the dense trees on my lot?
Yes, all Forestry Volunteers are trained in thinning for forest health as well as thinning for “survivable (defensible) space”.  We also have some volunteers that have specialized training in Firewise thinning for the home.

Can a Forestry Volunteer tell me how to better Firewise my home?
Yes, we have a group of specially trained Forestry Volunteers that will perform a full Firewise inspection of your home and lot.  When requesting an evaluation, be sure to specify that you would like a “Firewise Evaluation”.

Can the Forestry Volunteer tell me what Tree Service Contractor to use?
No, the Forestry Volunteers cannot tell the residents which service provider to use, but can provide a list of contractors that do work in this area that are insured.

Can the Forestry Volunteer tell me how much it is going to cost to cut down my trees?
No, the Forestry Volunteers are not trained in how to bid out a job.  No matter how small the job, we always recommend that the resident obtain at least 3 bids for the job.

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WPS

What does the WPS do?
We respond to resident complaints, suspicious vehicles or people, or any other suspicious activity. We patrol the community 24 hours a day. We can verify noise complaints from barking dogs, loud stereos, parties, or after hour's construction. We will talk to residents on parking complaints or traffic hazards. We will respond with the Woodmoor/Monument Fire Department on fires and medical calls. We assist the other local law enforcement agencies in situations and we have even chased wild animals out of houses or garages. We will try to do everything we can to assist the residents any way we can.

Are the WPS officer's police officers?
No. WPS officers are public safety officers. The difference between a WPS officer and a police officer is a police officer can make an arrest based on probable cause. If a crime is committed in the presence of a WPS officer, the WPS officer can make a "citizens arrest." A WPS officer will also do many other things that a police officer simply cannot due to time constraints. A police officer typically is reactive. They respond to calls after citizens call for assistance. A WPS officer is more proactive. They concentrate on crime prevention.

Who do I call if I have been a victim of a crime?
In an emergency, call 911. If you have been a victim, WPS wants to know about it. Please call the WPS immediately and we can assist you. The bottom line is that all of Woodmoor is under the El Paso County Sheriffs office (EPSO) jurisdiction. Not the Monument Police. The EPSO will take the police report and investigate the crime. WPS officers also will investigate incidents and pass all information they gain to the EPSO.

There are a lot of speeders in the area. Can WPS give out traffic tickets?
WPS cannot give out tickets. Again, Woodmoor is under the jurisdiction of EPSO.
If you have a complaint you can call the EPSO traffic unit at 520-7192. This is a recorded line. You can leave your information and the EPSO traffic unit will call you back. I will tell you that the squeaky wheel gets the grease. The more reports they receive from the Woodmoor area, the more the traffic unit will respond.

Will WPS respond to my alarm if it is activated?
Absolutely. We encourage all the Woodmoor residents to have their monitoring company call WPS first. In fact, the EPSO will not respond unless there is a responsible party with a key to respond with the deputy. WPS officers are typically within 5 minutes of any residence in Woodmoor. If there is a problem, the WPS officer will notify the EPSO. That call to the EPSO will then be upgraded to a much higher priority call than an alarm call. The average response time for the EPSO on alarm call is 35minutes.

What telephone number should we call?
If you have a non-urgent call or you want to request a vacation check, you should call the WPS office at 488-3600. The WIA office staff also answers this line during normal business hours and you can leave a message after hours and a WPS officer will call you back. You can call the WPS mobile phone 499-9771 any time if you need to talk with an officer. The terrain in Woodmoor is not very conducive to cell phones, so if you get a voice mail message alert, please leave a message with your phone number and an officer will call you back immediately. You can also e-mail WPS at wps@woodmoor.org or the Chief of WPS at kevin@woodmoor.org.

What can I do about barking dogs or dogs running loose?
Both barking dogs and dogs at large are considered covenant violations. The dog owners can be fined for barking dogs if the WIA receives two verified complaints within 60 days. If you have a problem dog, call the WPS mobile phone at 499-9771 and the WPS officer will respond and attempt to verify the complaint. If the complaint is verified, the officer will attempt to contact the owner and advise them of the problem. We do keep the complaining parties information confidential but would like to know your name and address if future follow-up is necessary. You can also call the Pikes Peak Humane Society at 473-1741. They can actually cite the dog owners into court if they find probable cause. This can be much more inconvenient, but it is something the dog owners cannot ignore.

When should I call WPS if I see something suspicious?
Immediately! It is very frustrating to us to receive a call 12 hours after someone observed a crime or something suspicious. We have no hope of catching them in the act then. When we receive a call we respond immediately. While we are responding, we will be looking out for vehicles or persons that may be involved in the activity. When you do see suspicious activity, call the WPS mobile phone at 499-9771.

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