When: Saturday, September 14th 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Where: Pavilion Beach Who is invited: All Townhome members and families
We will be serving hamburgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers and all the goodies that go with it.
Look for an "Eventbrite" invite in your email in the very near future and make sure to RSVP!
Looking forward to seeing you there!
(530) 542-6444 p (530) 541-2521 f tkpoa.com
ADMINISTRATIVE
TAHOE KEYS PROPERTY OWNERS
Hallie Kirkingburg General Manager, ext. 224
Heather Blumenthal Operations Manager, Ext. 228
Linda Callahan
Architectural Control Dept. Manager, Ext. 239
John Cefalu Facilities Director, Ext. 226
Security (530) 545-0847
Water Company (530) 318-4268
Kristine Lebo Water Quality Manager, Ext. 241
Front Desk Attendant Ext. 221
Water Quality Ext. 275
2023–2024 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dave Peterson, PRESIDENT
Peter Grant, VICE PRESIDENT
Sabine Litten, SECRETARY
Jim Siegfried, TREASURER
Joby Cefalu, DIRECTOR
Bryan Welsh, DIRECTOR
Vacant, DIRECTOR
Barton Ear, Nose, and Throat and Barton Audiology treat a full array of ear, nose, throat, and hearing-related conditions for children and adults with surgical and non-surgical options.
SERVICES INCLUDE:
EAR
• Recurrent ear infections, ear wax
• Comprehensive hearing evaluations and hearing aids
• Balance disorders and vertigo
NOSE
• Allergies, obstruction, fractures, sinus and nasal disorders
THROAT
• Snoring and sleep apnea
• Tonsilitis and sore throat
HEAD & NECK
• Infectious diseases and masses
Alexander Manteghi, DO Barton Ear, Nose & Throat
Marina Mulvey, AuD Barton Audiology
TESTING, TESTING:
DO YOUR EARS NEED A SOUND CHECK?
One in three Americans older than age 65 has some hearing loss. If you’re not hearing as well as you once did, you can take steps to manage the issue so that it doesn’t limit your life. You can also be proactive to protect yourself from losing more hearing.
That’s important, because when you ignore a hearing problem, it can make you feel isolated. You might have trouble carrying on a conversation or ordering in a restaurant. Or you might miss hearing your phone or doorbell. Don’t just let it go, because untreated hearing loss can lead to other health problems.
COMMON HEARING ISSUES
Age-related hearing loss is one of the most common health conditions in older adults. It comes on gradually, so you may not be aware of how much your hearing has changed over the years. If you have age-related hearing loss, you may find it harder now to understand what others are saying. Dealing with noisy environments—for example, a restaurant with many people talking at once and music playing in the background—may be especially challenging.
Tinnitus refers to the perception of a sound that has no outside source. It’s often called “ringing in the ears,” but it can also sound like roaring, clicking, whistling, or buzzing. Some people with age-related hearing loss develop tinnitus. It may also be associated with high blood pressure, diabetes, and certain medicines.
PROTECTING YOUR HEARING
Avoid exposing yourself to excessive noise (i.e., rock concerts, power equipment). When you
are not able to avoid it, use hearing protection: ear muffs or ear plugs. It is never too late to protect the hearing you have.
NOTICING A PROBLEM
Watch for these signs that you may have a hearing problem, which may include:
• Having trouble following along with conversations
• Asking people to repeat themselves frequently
• Struggling to filter out voices from background noise
• Feeling as if those around you are always mumbling
• Turning up the TV so loud other people complain
Contact your provider if you have questions about your hearing. Let your provider know if you have trouble hearing sounds or develop tinnitus symptoms. They may refer you to an audiology, or hearing, specialist.
GETTING A HEARING TEST
The next step is often a professional hearing assessment. Many insurances cover diagnostic hearing exams and even yearly visits to an audiologist.
COMMON HEARING TESTS INCLUDE:
• Pure-tone test: Shows how well you hear tones of different pitch and loudness
• Speech and word recognition tests: Assess how well you hear spoken language
• Tympanometry: Checks whether your eardrum moves normally
If you think you may have a hearing problem, listen to your ears! Get your hearing tested to pinpoint the issue. Then talk with your provider or audiologist about ways to deal with hearing loss, tinnitus, or noise exposure. Hearing aids, assistive devices, special training and hearing protection are some options that may help.
Marina Mulvey, AuD is a Doctor of Audiology with Barton Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) and Audiology. Barton ENT and Audiology offers comprehensive services for hearingrelated issues, including custom-molded ear plugs, hearing aid evaluations, and hearing treatments. Learn more at BartonHealth.org or by calling 530.543.5815.
TKPOA AUGUST 2024 CALENDAR +
SEPTEMBER 2024
In accordance with the Bylaws and the adopted Election and Voting Rules of the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association, the 61st Annual Membership Meeting will be held on Wednesday September 18th, 2024, at 5:00PM in the TKPOA Pavilion located at 356 Ala Wai Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.
Notice ofANNUAL MEETING
The 2024 Board of Directors Annual Election is scheduled for Wednesday September 18th, 2024, at 5:00 PM at the TKPOA Pavilion. Ballots can be turned in the day of the election and the balloting period will close at 5:05 PM. The Election Ballots will be opened and counted at this Board meeting by the Inspector of Elections and designated volunteers. On Wednesday September 18th, 2024, the Director Election results will be announced and during this Board meeting the 2024-2026 Board of Directors will be seated.
2024
BOARD ACTIONS SUMMARY
By Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager
JULY 24TH – BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE
SESSION
BOARD ACTIONS
• Reviewed 0 Personnel Matters
• 2 Contract items were skipped on the Executive agenda.
• Reviewed 13 Legal Matters
• The Board Disciplinary Subcommittee reviewed 3 Member Disputes and Disciplinary Matters
JULY 24TH – BOARD OF DIRECTORS OPEN SESSIONS
BOARD ACTIONS
• Authorized recording of a lien for accounts #0169-01, 0044-01, 0236-01, 0256-01, 0756-01, 1000-01, 1104-01, and 1239-01.
• Approved Sierra Crest Tree Service for the Common Area Tree Removal at a cost of $5,225 to be funded from the Tree Maintenance Reserve GL 19955.
• Approved High Desert Surface Prep for the Cove 3A Deck Reseal at a cost of $5,700 to be funded from the Cove 3A Deck Reserve GL 19840.
• Authorized a change order to the Lake Tahoe Water Management Operations contract to include the lead and copper survey work to be completed by October for a cost of $7,750.
• Approved switching the 2024 water schedules for the Common Areas and Townhome Subdivisions listed under Group 7 and 8 to between 8:00am-11:00am on their listed days.
• Approved the TMS Landscape proposal with Tahoe Outdoor Living to replace the rear sod that was previously existing for a cost of $119,000 to be funded from the TMS Reserve Fund.
• Appointed Janet Gardner and Clint Schue to the Architectural Control Committee.
• Created a standing Tahoe Keys Water Company Committee and appointed Dave Peterson, Joby Cefalu, and Jim Siegfried.
• Created a Tahoe Keys Social Committee and appointed Kristy Kudey as the Chairperson.
• Adopted the proposed Pool Rules with an amendment to include contagious skin disorders as clarification.
Townhome
Tahoe Keys Garbage, Recycling, and Yard Waste Program
(Updated June 2024)
South Tahoe Refuse’s new collection program will begin September 2, 2024!
Garbage / Recycling / Yardwaste
• Residents with Bear Boxes will continue to use their own containers placed inside the Bear Box.
• Everyone without a Bear Box will be getting new bear resistant garbage carts (size based on survey choice and/or the default size of 95-gallon.
• Everyone will get 1–95-gallon recycling cart and 1–95-gallon recycling cart.
• After November1st, residents will be able to exchange carts for different sizes depending on
• your household needs. For more information on the new program, visit: www.SouthTahoeRefuse.org
Residential Cart Drop-Off
• The cart manufacturer Rehrig will be responsible for delivering the carts using their own crew and trucks. They will leave all carts curbside; residents will be responsible for pulling their new carts in from the curb.
• Rehrig will start dropping off carts starting the last week of August 2024, along with a new schedule
and instructions on how to use the carts. It will take 5-6 weeks to deliver all carts to South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County and Neveda.
• Rehrig will drop off a black garbage cart (black lid labeled GARBAGE), a recycling cart (blue lid labeled RECYCLING), and a yardwaste cart (green lid labeled YARDWASTE) to all accounts that do not have a bear box. Those with a bear box will just get the Recycling and yardwaste carts.
Residential Collection Schedule Transition
• Residential collection pickup days will remain the same.
• Start using your carts once you get them. They will start to be serviced the following week.
• If you do not have space for you Recycling and yardwaste carts you can share carts with a neighbor pending a written agreement, please call STR at 530541-5105 for additional information.
• You will have an opportunity to have your old carts picked up on your next service day by STR by stickering your old container (directions will be provided in your new service packet along with your new carts).
FAQ’s: NEW 3-CART PROGRAM
WHEN IS CURBSIDE RECYCLING COLLECTED IN MY AREA AND AT WHAT TIME SHOULD I PLACE IT OUT FOR COLLECTION?
Carted collection begins the week of September 2, 2024. Your recycling and yard waste is collected on the same day as your garbage every other week (see calendar). It should be placed out before 7am on your scheduled collection day.
WHAT TYPES OF RECYCLABLES ARE COLLECTED IN THE CART?
• Plastic bottles and containers
• Aluminum cans
• Steel/tin cans
• Cardboard (flatten)
• Mixed paper, newspaper, office, junk mail, etc.
• Glass containers
No need to sort, just make sure they are clean and dry and please do not bag your recyclables.
ARE THERE ANY SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLACING CARTS OUT FOR COLLECTION?
Carts should be placed at least three (2) feet apart from each other or other objects and within three (3) feet of the roadway. Do not place it behind or too close to trees, mailboxes, lamp posts, snowdrifts, or parked cars. Do not place cart on top of another object, including snowdrifts. You are responsible for clearing a path to your containers during snow conditions, this includes bear boxes.
CAN I RECYCLE HOSES, CORDS, WIRES, OR CLOTHES IN MY CART?
No. These items are considered “tanglers” as they wrap around equipment at the recycling processing facility. This creates a safety hazard for workers and causes the facility to shut down.
CAN I RECYCLE PLASTIC BAGS OR WRAP IN MY CART?
No. Plastic bags and wrap causes equipment jams at the recycling processing facilities. These items can be taken to your local retail or grocery stores for recycling drop off.
WHERE DO I STORE MY RECYCLING AND GARBAGE CARTS?
You have many choices to store your cart
— behind or beside your home, on or under a back porch, or inside your garage. Do not store them on the sidewalk in front of your home or at the curb.
DO I HAVE TO PUT MY RECYCLABLES IN MY CART?
Yes. Residents must use the cart delivered for recycling moving forward. Recycling should be placed loose in the cart. No plastic bags.
WHAT DO I DO WITH MY GARBAGE?
Garbage should be placed in your garbage cart and placed at the curb for collection on your regularly scheduled day or continued to be placed in your bear box.
WHAT DO I DO WITH MY OLD COLLECTION
CONTAINER?
Residents are welcome to keep them for other household uses like collecting and transporting recycling to the STR Recycling Center or additional household storage. If you would like it removed, you can tag it with a sticker that will be provided with your new carts and STR will pick it up the following week.
WHAT IF MY CART/LID LOOKS WARPED OR DAMAGED?
Due to the cold and shipment process for the carts, some carts and lids may appear warped or misshapen when they first arrive at your curb. Place the cart in your garage or out of the elements and allow at least 1 week for the cart/lid to relax. If it still appears warped or misshapen after that time, contact STR to discuss options at 530541-5105.
New South Tahoe Refuse Trash Bins
By: Linda Callahan, Community Design and Review Manager
New trash bins are scheduled to be delivered from South Tahoe Refuse in August 2024. Members are encouraged to plan now for where they will store these new trash bins.
The Architectural Control Committee is advising members to store these trash bins in their garage or in a side yard of their property that is shielded from view from the street and water.
Members interested in installing a shielded storage area on their property should contact the Community Design and Review Manager Linda Callahan for next steps, Linda.Callahan@ fsresidential.com or (530) 542-6444 ext. 239.
WHAT IF MY CART IS LOST OR STOLEN?
Each cart will be assigned to an address using a serial number and RFID tag. If a cart is found, it can be tracked and returned to the address it was assigned to. If your cart has been damaged, stolen, or lost, please contact STR to discuss replacement options at 530-541-5105.
WHAT IF I DON’T WANT THE CARTS. WILL YOU TAKE IT BACK?
No. The new carts are mandatory under SB 1383 and local Ordinance 2021-1157.
WHAT IF I WANT A DIFFERENT SIZED CART OR AN ADDITIONAL CART?
The new carts are designed to provide enough space for the average household. If you find you need a different cart size or an additional cart after using the ones provided for about a month, please contact STR at 530-541-5105.
Dani Doehring, Executive Director (775) 329-9830 dani@step1inc.org
Joby Cefalu
TKPOA Board Member | 40+ Year TKPOA Resident
License: #02135194 - CA
License: #197561 - NV
License: #197561 - NV Property Management
M: (530) 308-4458
O: (530) 543-6676
2024-2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION
By: Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager
For the 2024-2026 Board of Directors Election, there are four board positions up for election. For this election we have eight candidates that have been placed on the voting ballot: Mark Acri, Nick Corini, Mike Kohl, Peter Grant, Bonnie Halleran, Bob Meyers, Mel Meyers, and Dave Peterson.
Voting Ballots were mailed out on July 15th, 2024. You can view each candidates’ self-nomination form “Statement of Candidacy” on the TKPOA website at www.tkpoa. com, under Documents>>Association Voting Ballots and Elections>>2024 and they were also be included in the Ballot package. TKPOA also held a “Meet the Candidates Forum” on August 7th, 2024, as a scheduled Town Hall Forum. All Candidates were invited to attend and answer a variety of write-in questions from members in attendance and formatted questions specific to the Association and how they plan on serving the Tahoe Keys. The recording of this “Meet the Candidates Forum” can be found on the TKPOA website, www.tkpoa.com, under Documents>>Town Hall Forums>>Recordings and Presentations.
2024 ELECTION BALLOT
For the second year in a row, Staff utilized FirstService Residential’s software to mail members their Annual Board Election Ballots. This mailing service allows for quicker and more efficient processing of TKPOA membership mailings including membership voting ballots. This service also includes a change to the format of the actual ballots for the Tahoe Keys, including the size. Ballots will now come in the standard 8.5 x 11” letter size paper format and will need to be folded to be placed within their ballot envelope. Please make sure to review the Voting instructions that are included with the ballot mailing.”
The Board of Directors two-year terms that are ending this year are Jim Siegfried – Treasurer, Pete Wolcott –Director, Peter Grant – Vice President, and Dave Peterson - President and their terms end on September 18th, 2024. These Board members are eligible to rerun for the Board for another term and Dave Peterson and Peter Grant have submitted Self-Nomination forms for reelection for the 2024-2026 term.
Board Members who still have one year left on their two-year term are Secretary Sabine Litten, Director Joby Cefalu, Director Bryan Welsh and their terms end in 2025.
BOARD MEMBER RESIGNATION
Director Pete Wolcott has officially resigned from the Board of Directors due to the sale of his Tahoe Keys property. On behalf of Management and Staff, we want to thank Pete for his dedication and many contributions during his tenure on the Board and as Chairperson for the Waterways Committee. He will be missed at the Tahoe Keys! Due to the timing of Pete Wolcott’s vacated seat, which is set to be filled with the upcoming Director Election, the Board has decided to not make an appointment to fill this vacancy and will wait for the Election results.
DIRECTOR ELECTION BALLOTING PERIOD
The balloting period for this election will close at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday September 17th, 2024, if you elect to return this Secret Ballot by mail. If you elect to return this ballot in person at the Pavilion Office located at 356 Ala Wai Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe CA 96150, the Secret Ballot must be inserted into the ballot box prior to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday September 18th, 2024. If you elect to return this ballot at the Board Meeting, it must be turned into the Inspector of Elections no later than 5:05 p.m. on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024.
The 61st Annual Membership Meeting and Annual Board Election will be held Wednesday September 18th, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at the TKPOA Pavilion located at 356 Ala Wai Blvd, South Lake Tahoe CA 96150. The Election Ballots will be opened and counted at this board meeting by the Inspector of Elections and designated volunteers. The Director Election Results will be announced and during this Board meeting, Directors will be seated.
If you have any additional questions, please contact the TKPOA Pavilion Office at info@tahoekeyspoa.org or (530) 542-6444. For any additional questions on the 61st Annual Membership Meeting or Director Election, contact Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager, at 530-542-6444 Extension 228 or heather.blumenthal@fsresidential.com.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
By Dave Peterson
Thanks Pete! Pete Wolcott sold his home and sailboat and moved away to be closer to grandkids, so we lost a great board member. Pete was also our extremely dedicated and passionate chairman of the Waterways Committee. I will miss Pete as a board member, but I will miss Pete and his wife Susan as friends and neighbors even more. Farewell Pete and Susan!
Thanks Deborah and Tom! Several months ago, the Architectural Control Committee (ACC) came up with a succession plan. Several of its members had served for a decade or more, and it was time for them to get a break. Two new “members in training” were brought on to learn the ropes. At the July board meeting, the board accepted resignations and honored longtime ACC members Tom Spencer and Deborah Sherry, who have each served the TKPOA as hard-working volunteers for over a decade! We are sorry to lose their experience and expertise, but its time to let someone else pull the wagon. The board appointed Clint Shue and Janet Gardner to fill their shoes on the ACC. Thank you both for stepping up!
Budget. A draft budget will be presented to the Board in late August. As with last year at this time, insurance is a big unknown. However, we know that it will be high again, as it will be for other key line items. I look forward to the recommendation from the Finance Committee on whether to address these increases in a major adjustment to rates or special assessments, or a combination. If funded by a special assessment, it may require a vote.
Cost Centers. Speaking of budgeting, it probably makes sense to give a brief review of key budget cost centers.
This is boring, I know, but it is important to understand.
First, there are 2 major categories of costs:
1. Operating Costs: These are costs that occur every year (labor, utilities, supplies, insurance, regular maintenance and repairs, etc.).
2. Reserve Costs: These include major repairs, replacements, and upgrades. We update a “Reserve Study” each year to lay these things out on a timeline so that we can estimate annual funds needed.
And there are 12 major cost centers:
1. Common: This covers facilities shared by all members, such as the pool, tennis courts, pavilion, common areas, drinking water system, and waterways. All Members share equally in these costs. The one current exception is that landlocked homes pay a 50% share of waterways costs. The Common cost center is broken down into Operating and Reserve sub cost centers.
2. 11 Different Coves: Members of each townhome subdivision (“Cove”) pay ALL costs specific to their Cove. All costs means all costs; the intent is to not burden other members with any costs specific to a Cove. Cove members are sometimes unpleasantly surprised when costs related to a lawsuit involving the Cove are allocated against that Cove’s budget. But that is how it works. Cove cost centers are broken down into Operating and Reserve sub cost centers.
Operating costs have gone up due to both economic inflation and workload inflation. Economic inflation is not just the percent reported in the news. Insurance, electricity, and construction have inflated much higher
than the reported inflation rate, for instance. And by workload inflation, I mean that we’ve experienced increases in regulatory requirements over time, and old things break down more often than new things.
Reserve costs have also gone up, especially in the Cove budgets. The townhome buildings are pushing 50 years old, and everything, it seems, needs to be replaced at the same time; bulkheads, roofs, siding, water and sewer pipes, parking lots. Some coves have been better at spreading out these major projects, but for the others, the number of pending projects is a bit greater. Reserve budgets developed years ago did not anticipate the extreme inflation that construction in Tahoe has experienced. So the money set aside in annual reserve assessments was not nearly enough. Hence, the wave of special assessments… Once we are caught up with this major makeover, things will fall back in to a period of normalcy again. But that’s small comfort now.
Bulkheads. Nothing new to report this month.
Drinking Water. Staff has been focusing on tuning the landscape watering of our common areas. We had to change their watering period to 8am – 11 to balance output from our wells. We still used 10% more water this July over last July, which was better than June, but not good enough. We all need to stick to the 3 day per week schedule.
Activities Coordination. The Board agreed to start up an Activities committee under the leadership of Kristine Kudey. She will be working with Heather Blumenthal on committee startup, and will be working to pull together a group of volunteers to plan and organize Keys community events. We need this to bring back the fun!
Tahoe Keys Marina Settlement/Corporation Yard. A few months ago, I updated you on the interconnected mess regarding the TKM settlement and corporate yard. Here we are a few months later, and things are coming together. To recap, we had to vacate our corporate yard on Dover by the end of this year. We owned the “banana lot” adjacent to TKM, and the initial plan was to relocate the corporate yard there. We spent $220k on architectural design and planning for that move. However, in litigation settlement discussions with the new owner of TKM, they asked to purchase the banana lot, and offered a better shaped lot “the yellow lot” in exchange, which is adjacent to the Tahoe Keys Beach and Harbor entrance. We were in tentative agreement, but before we could agree, we had to figure out whether our lagoon water treatment plant lot on Texas Ave. was big enough to serve as our corporate yard too. So we hired an engineer to do a master plan to lay out all of our know facility needs. That final report was presented to the board at the July meeting. The report shows that the Texas site is big enough for lagoon water treatment, mechanical weeds dewatering, and additional facilities to treat well 2 drinking water. The report shows that the yellow lot is needed for the remaining facilities: corporate yard, drinking water tank and pump station, and future staff offices. So now we know that we need to pull the trigger on purchase of the yellow lot from the marina.
Per the settlement deal, on July 26 we closed on the sale of the banana lot. The sale yielded $650k for the lot plus reimbursement of our $220k sunk costs. It also triggered payment of the remaining $560k owed to us by the former owners of the marina. We are now engaged in the steps to purchase the yellow lot. It’s nice to eliminate uncertainties and close on a solution (math-speak; sorry)!
LET’S GET CONNECTED!
Missing emails about what’s going on in the Association? Missing important updates from staff?
Great news! TKPOA staff uses “Connect” to send e-mail blasts. If you haven’t opted in to receive emails, you’re missing out!
It's
simple to sign up:
• Visit https://tkpoa.connectresident.com/. and sign in
• Click on the three bars in top left corner – select “My Account”
• Under "My Communications Preferences," update your email and click on all applicable boxes (note: this does NOT opt you into the Association’s Membership list which can be shared with other owners)
It is highly recommended that Communications@mc.fsresidential.com be added to your approved senders list so that emails sent from the Association go to your inbox instead of your spam/junk folder.
This change helps us save costs, keeps you informed, and ensures we have your most up-to-date email on file. Explore additional features on the portal, such as architectural control applications and account information.
Where can I find my account number?
Your TKPOA account number can be found on your quarterly billing statements under Customer ID. All Account/Customer IDs begin with TAKEY, followed by 4 numbers assigned to your property address. TKPOA Staff can also provide members with their account numbers, please contact info@tahoekeyspoa.org for assistance.
If you need assistance with the FirstService Resident Connect Portal, please contact the 24/7 Customer Care Center at (800) 428-5588.
Knowledge Is Power, and Liberty Wants You to
Be Informed
It is important to be prepared for potential power outages. Staying up to date is an important part of being prepared so, when an outage occurs, Liberty will attempt to communicate with impacted customers. Liberty’s outage notification system utilizes the contact information associated with the customer account. If a customer’s account has incorrect or missing contact information, the customer may not receive outage information directly. Liberty encourages customers to confirm and update their contact information by calling customer service at 1-800-782-2506 or by submitting updated contact information via the “Update Information” button at https://libertyutilities.com/ca/lt/ contact-info/.
Liberty also has additional communication safeguards in place for customers who may be more vulnerable, including Access and Functional Needs (AFN) customers and Medical Baseline (MBL) customers. AFN customers include individuals who are or have physical, developmental or intellectual disabilities; chronic conditions or injuries; limited English proficiency; older adults; children; people living in institutionalized settings; low-income, homeless, or transportation-disadvantaged including, but not limited to, those who are dependent on public transit; or pregnant. If a customer or someone
in their household falls into any of these categories, they are encouraged to self-identify at https://libertyutilities. com/afn/english/. When customers self-identify as AFN, Liberty will attempt to provide early and more frequent notifications about potential Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) events as well as provide information about assistance programs.
MBL customers include those who have special energy needs due to qualifying medical conditions. Certified MBL customers receive an increased baseline allowance that is charged at the lowest possible rate. In addition, MBL customers may receive early and more frequent notifications about potential PSPS events and prolonged outages. Customers must certify or recertify as MBL to receive or continue receiving these benefits. For more information on the application and certification processes, please visit https://libertyutilities.com/mbl/.
Liberty encourages its customers to update their contact information to receive important outage information. Liberty works hard to support its customers and encourages those who may qualify as a MBL or an AFN customer to please visit https:// libertyutilities.com/psps/ to learn more and register or call 1-800-782-2506 for more information.
NOTICE OF ADOPTION
PURPOSE OF RULE CHANGE: CLARIFY RULES FOR THE INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOL FACILITIES IN CONJUNCTION WITH STANDARD PRACTICES, HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATIONS, AND WITH THE NEWLY ADOPTED AMENITY ACCESS POLICY.
These rules were posted on the TKPOA Website under Documents>>Rules and Procedures>>Rule Change Notifications on June 4th, 2024, to begin the 28 Day Review Period and were officially adopted at the July 24th, 2024 Board of Directors Meeting.
ARTICLE 2 ASSOCIATION GENERAL RULES
SECTION 400: POOL RULES
All patrons are required to abide by the TKPOA Amenity Access Pass Policy, including but not limited to:
• Entry into pool facilities requires a valid amenity access pass. Cardholders may bring up to three (3) guests and must remain with their guests while utilizing Association amenities. Children 5 and under do not require guest passes and do not count towards the three (3) person guest per card limit.
• If the amenity access pass does not release the entry gate, cardholder must visit the TKPOA Pavilion Office to correct the card prior to entry into facility.
• If the photograph on the amenity access pass does not match the person utilizing the card, entry into facility will not be permitted.
• Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an amenity access passholder. Health and Safety Regulations:
• All pool/spa patrons are required to shower (rinse) and use the toilet before entering the pool and spas.
• No lifeguard on duty. Adult supervision for children under 16 is required.
• Children under 6 must be within arm's reach of a supervising adult when swimming.
• Children under the age of 6 are prohibited from using the spas.
• Children under 16 must be supervised by an adult when using the spas.
• Non-potty-trained babies/infants must wear snug fitting swim diapers with elastic around the legs.
• Persons with active diarrhea or active diarrhea within the previous 14 days shall not be allowed to enter the pool or spas.
• People with skin disorders, colds, or communicable diseases are requested to refrain from using the pool and/or spas for obvious health risks.
• No spitting or bodily fluids in the pool/spa water.
• No food or drinks, except water or those out of the vending machines are allowed on the pool/spa decks.
• Food and drinks (including chewing gum) are prohibited in and around pool/spas.
• No alcohol or drugs on the premises. Any individual suspected of being under the influence will be immediately asked to leave the facility.
• Bottles, glass, and other hazardous objects are prohibited within the pool area or bathroom facilities.
• No floating or other toys are permitted in the pool or spa areas. Personal floatation devices should be coast guard approved.
• All animals except for guide animals for the handicapped are prohibited from entering the pool and spa areas.
• Bicycles, roller skates, in-line skates, skateboards, scooters, etc. are not allowed in the pool or spa areas at any time.
• No electrical appliances are permitted in the pool or spa areas. Small battery-operated radios, TVs, CD players, iPods, iPads, phones, etc. may be played with headphones worn to control sound.
• Smoking/vaping is prohibited in pool and spa facilities, including restroom areas.
• Only persons dressed in regulation swimwear will be allowed in the pool or spas. No t-shirts and/or cutoffs.
• No running or boisterous play allowed on the pool deck or spa areas.
• Only one person on the diving board at a time.
• Make sure the landing area is clear of swimmers before diving/jumping.
• No hanging from the diving board.
• No hanging from the swimming lanes/lap lanes.
• No playing with designated Emergency Flotation Devices.
• Entering staff areas and storage spaces is prohibited.
• Climbing over the gates, fences, walls to the pool and spa areas is prohibited and considered trespassing.
All patrons, guests, and staff members are required to abide by all posted rules and safety regulations at the Pool Facilities.
Violation of any of these rules may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to suspension of amenity access privileges and/or a fine. Violations are submitted to the Board of Directors for review.
2024 ACC APPLICATION SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE
Submittal Deadline (Wednesday prior to the meeting)
January 10
February 7
March 6
April 3
January 16
February 13
March 12
April 9
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Change to Common Area and Townhome Cove Irrigation Times
The Tahoe Keys Water Company (TKWC) is monitoring the water issue very closely and has been performing tests on the water demands at the Cove Townhomes and the Common Areas.
In order to reduce the demand on the water system during peak times, the TKWC noticed pressure issues in the system and directed the Common Area and Cove Townhomes to switch their watering time on their specified days to between 8AM-11AM. This is helping to reduce the stress on the water system.
The TKWC is continuing to monitor the TKPOA water system and demands.
At the July 24th, 2024, Board of Directors meeting, the Board officially changed the Irrigation Schedule for the Common Areas and Coves in order to accommodate the demands on the water system.
Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association Irrigation Schedule
Schedule A
Group 1 (red)
Group 2 (teal)
Group 3 (green)
Group 4 (purple)
Group 5 (brown)
Group 6 (blue)
Group 7 (yellow)
Group 8 (pink)
Venice Drive, Tuolumne Drive, Lassen Drive, Shasta Court, Dana Court, Dover Drive and 15th Street
Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday 1:00AM-3:00AM
Alpine Drive, Cascade Court, Cathedral Court, Genevieve Court, Tahoe Keys Blvd, Danube Drive, Morro Drive, Monterey Drive and Lucerne Way Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday 5:00AM-7:00AM
Texas Avenue, Whitney Drive, Aloha Drive, Daggett Court, and Carson Court Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday 11:00PM-1:00AM
TKPOA-Owned Common Areas, Mt. Tallac Village 3 (South Tahoe Public Utility District Service)
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 1:00AM-3:00AM
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 3:00AM-5:00AM
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 5:00AM-7:00AM
Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday 8:00AM-11:00AM
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 8:00 AM-11:00AM
TOWNHOME CORNER
THE "KEYS" TO FINDING WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ON THE WEBSITE
Need to find your cove’s specific information?
A lot of information concerning townhome cove owners has been posted on the website. Here are the steps to access this information:
• Go to www.tkpoa.com
• Sign in (on the right side)
• Click on the tab “Docs”
• Select “Documents”
• Select “Townhome Oversight Committee” from the menu
• In this folder are the following (select and then look for your Cove’s folder):
» Cove Financial Reports
» Cove Newsletters
» Cove Town Hall Presentations
» Meeting Agendas
» Property Insurance
» Townhall Surveys
» Prior Cove Advisor Meeting Documents
Need to submit a Workorder or TOC Agenda Request?
Click on header "Townhomes”.
• Select “Work Order” to submit a work order, snow removal or call request.
• Select “Agenda request” to submit an item for the next TOC meeting.
Need the zoom link for an upcoming meeting?
Click on the header "News"
Select "Events.”
Scroll down to see the calendar, search for the date, and click on the event to find the zoom link.
Looking for a proposed rule or policy change?
Click on the header “Docs”
Select “Documents”
Select “Rules & Procedures”
Select “Rule Change Notifications”
WANT TO PAY DUES ONLINE?
Click on header “Pay Dues”.
A new window will open on the FSR Click Pay website. You will need to sign in with your Click Pay user ID and password to proceed.
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