Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association
GAS METER COVERS –NO APPLICATION REQUIRED
By: Linda Callahan, Community Design and Review Manager
As we all know, The Tahoe Keys is a community renowned for its picturesque beauty, breathtaking views, and unique charm. However, amidst the stunning landscapes and beautiful homes, there is one element that stands out like a sore thumb. – those white gas meter covers!
There is, however, a solution that does not require the submittal of an Architectural Control application.
KRYLON SPRAY PAINT
Yes, Krylon spray paint! With a quick trip to the hardware store and a can of Krylon paint in a color that complements the exterior of your home, you can mask the glaringly white meter cover.
Let’s all paint our meter covers and create a cohesive and harmonious look that enhances the overall aesthetic appeal of our homes. This simple DIY project will demonstrate our collective pride in our homes and neighborhood.
Thank you.
The Keys Breeze is the official monthly publication of the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA), which is located at 356 Ala Wai Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150. Each membership parcel receives one subscription to Keys Breeze mailed to a domestic address. Cost to produce and distribute this publication is offset by advertising revenues and budgeted funds. The inclusion of advertising in this publication does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association or its Board of Directors of the projects, services or views contained therein.
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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE HOURS 8:30
TAHOE
Hallie Kirkingburg General Manager, ext.
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
Pete Wolcott, DIRECTOR
Bryan Welsh, DIRECTOR
ACC RULE OF THE MONTH –Fire Pits and BBQs
By: Linda Callahan, Community Design and Review Department Manager
Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association
Architectural Control Rules (ACR) and CC&Rs
15.09 Use of charcoal or wood BBQs on decks or near combustible surfaces within the town home subdivisions is strictly prohibited. Gas and Pellet Stoves are allowed.
15.10 Fire Pits: Only LP gas or natural gas fire pits are permitted in single-family home subdivisions.
CC&Rs Article VIII Section 13. Barbecues. There shall be no exterior fires whatsoever except barbecue fires contained within receptacles designed for such purpose.
City of South Lake Tahoe
No Open Burning
The City of South Lake Tahoe does not allow any open burning within the city limits. The exceptions to this are gas fireplaces and BBQ’s that use either LP gas or charcoal.
NO BURNING OF WOOD, LEAVES, PINE NEEDLES, YARD WASTE OR BRUSH.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue does not currently have a Fire Marshal. The fire prevention duties have been assigned to the Building Department due to budget cuts. All new construction and business inspections are conducted by the City’s Fire Inspector, who works out of 1052 Tata Lane within the Building Department.
IS IT TIME TO SEE A DOCTOR ABOUT YOUR BLADDER PROBLEM?
Millions of adults have bladder problems. Some people have sudden, strong urges to urinate or an uncontrollable flow. Others leak fluid when they laugh, sneeze, or exercise.
Do you feel any of these common warning signs of a bladder problem? Contact your health care provider if you develop these symptoms:
• Sudden, strong urges to urinate
• Small amount of urine passed despite having a strong urge to go
• Urine leaks or accidents
• Frequent urination (eight or more times in a 24hour period)
• Repeated waking at night to urinate
• Trouble getting started urinating or a weak urine stream
• Difficulty emptying the bladder
• Painful or burning sensation before, during, or after urination
• Bloody or cloudy-looking urine
• Recurring pain, pressure, and tenderness around the bladder, pelvis, or perineum (area in front of the anus), which may increase as the bladder fills
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• Mild, constant discomfort in the lower abdomen or bladder
Get medical help immediately if you have these symptoms, which may signal an urgent situation:
• Complete inability to urinate
• Intense pain in the lower abdomen or bladder
These symptoms could have a number of different causes including overactive bladder, urinary incontinence, bladder infection, or interstitial cystitis.
Don’t hesitate to share what’s going on with your provider. Once you take that crucial first step, you’ll be on your way toward getting the help you need.
TKPOA JUNE 2024 CALENDAR
MEN’S HEALTH MONTH
Take Action, Take Care of Your Health
Schedule your annual health care visit with your primary care provider to help find problems early or prevent health problems before they occur.
Recommended Health Screenings:
• Wellness visits, starting at 18 years old, screen for heart disease, prostate cancer, diabetes, liver disease and other diseases.
• Colonoscopies provide early detection of colon cancer and help to remove pre-cancerous polyps.
• Wellness Lab Panels help monitor cholesterol levels, detecting risk for heart attacks, heart disease and strokes.
Discuss bothersome urinary symptoms and male reproductive health concerns with your primary care provider or seek an evaluation from a Urologist.
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2024
BOARD ACTIONS SUMMARY
By Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager
MAY 28TH – BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE
SESSION
BOARD ACTIONS
• Reviewed 0 Personnel Matters
• Reviewed 0 Disciplinary Matters
• Reviewed 2 Contracts
• Reviewed 6 Legal Matters
MAY 28TH – BOARD OF DIRECTORS OPEN SESSIONS
BOARD ACTIONS
• Authorized recording of a lien for accounts #0049-02, 0056-01, 0302-01, 0468-01, 0526-01, 0536-01, 0541-01, 0623-01, 0801-01, 0832-01, 0848-01, 1044-01, 1075-01, 117801, 1234-01, 1273-01, 1366-01, and 1377-01.
• Appointed Erika Marston, Notary, as the Inspector of Elections for the 2024 Annual Board of Directors Election.
• Set the 2024 Annual Board of Directors Record Date as July 6th, 2024.
• Approved a Pest Control Contract with True Service Pest Control for Cove 5 for a cost of $1,050 to be funded from Cove 5 Operating Funds.
• Approved Kaczmar Painting, Inc. for the Pavilion Exterior Staining and Painting Project for a cost of $30,690 to be funded from the Common Reserve GL 19701.
• Approved Kaczmar Painting for the Pavilion Wood Fence Post Painting Project for a cost of $7,150 to be funded from the Common Reserve GL 19701.
• Approved Kaczmar Painting for the Outdoor Pool Building Painting Project for a cost of $10,918 to be funded from the
Common Reserve GL 19701.
• Approved Kaczmar Painting for the Cove 3A Dock Staining Project for a cost of $9,845 to be funded from the Cove 3A Reserve GL 19701.
• Approved High Desert Surface Prep Inc. to complete the Cove 3A Patio Pavers Project for a cost of $2,737 to be funded from the Cove 3A Reserve Fund GL 19840.
• Authorize the purchase of the sheetpile for the Cove 3A Bulkhead Project at a cost of $611,412 to be funded from the Cove 3A Reserve Fund GL 19726 Bulkhead Reserves.
• Approve Kaczmar Painting for the Cove 3C Painting Project for a cost of $26,356 to be funded from the Cove 3C Reserve GL 19701.
• Authorized an expenditure of $500,000 with a $50,000 contingency for a total of $550,000 for replacement of the Venice Tennis Court to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved a $325,000 Islanders 1 Bulkhead Project Emergency Special Assessment, to be billed at $36,111 per Islanders 1 Owner.
• Expanded Sierra Ecosystems 2024 Contract scope to include efforts related to the Sierra Club/CSPA ruling, Lahontan’s proposed “notice of violations”, and the creation of a consensus AIP biovolume metric for weed control for a 2024 contract increase of $60,000 to be funded from the Control Methods Test Year 3 Funds.
• Approved the Late Fee Waiver Policy as recommended by the Finance Committee.
• Authorized posting the proposed Pool Rules for a 28-day membership review period.
• Denied an August 3rd, 2024 and July 27th, 2024 event request per the TKPOA Reservation Request Rules prohibiting weekend events during the summer months.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
By Dave Peterson
Vacancy Tax. The vacancy tax voter initiative tax qualified for the November election, so this thing is real. If it passes, all homeowners will have to annually attest to the City that their house was occupied at least 183 days, or be taxed $3,000 the first year, and $6,000 for all future years. This annual reporting would be the duty of all homeowners, not just second homeowners. The City would hire staff to administer the tax, including an audit team. The audit process is not known yet; it could be like an IRS audit which puts the burden of proof on you, or it could be the City somehow verifying your whereabouts. Either way, it would be very intrusive for everybody, not just second homeowners! The TKPOA Board took a position against the vacancy tax, and we are in the fight.
The best thing members can do as individuals is to register to vote at your Tahoe address if you consider it to be your home. Contact the El Dorado County Elections Department for information on the process. A few years ago, Measure T (which made VHR’s illegal in the Keys) passed by just over 50 votes. So, in this town, just a few more votes make a difference.
Budget. It’s that time of year again, and our staff and Finance Committee are hard at work to develop next year’s budget. We are still painfully low on reserves, due to inflation and the need for lots of replacements all at once. This has forced numerous special assessments to fund projects. And insurance took such a jump last year that we had to use special assessments for that too. One thing we are wrestling with is whether to continue with special assessments, or plow some of those costs into our quarterly assessments. If we did the latter, it would require a vote of the members for any increase greater than 20%. The various drafts of the budget will roll out later this summer with adoption in the fall.
Bulkheads. The Cove 3C bulkhead is nearing completion, and it is looking great! The board approved pre-ordering steel for the Cove 3A project, and engineering continues on all of the other segments throughout the Keys. We will have a town hall meeting on the Islanders I bulkhead/ retaining wall on June 6, and we’ll see where that goes.
Drinking Water. Nothing new to report here.
Waterways. Nothing new to report here.
Islanders III Siding. The members decided to not add the fire-resistant membrane. The project is due to start in mid-June. It’s going to be exciting, especially to the constructors when all the bats fly out from under the shingles! Not a good time to walk by with that beehive hairdo.
Access Cards. The new policy is rolling out nicely. Staff invalidated upwards of 9,000 white cards, and overcrowding has subsided substantially. Members have been picking up their colored cards at the pavilion. If you have not already secured your new cards, please plan to allow time to do so when you come up to the Lake. It doesn’t take long, but you need to be there during office hours.
Commercial Enterprises. Summer is here, and the docks are filling up. Just a reminder that our CC&Rs preclude any commercial activity in the Keys not compatible with a residential neighborhood. We have had some illegal boat rentals and charters operating out of the Keys, and security is handing out violations.
It is great to see that there are lots of improvement projects going on around the neighborhood. The Keys just looks better every day! The lake is completely full for the first time in 5 years, so enjoy your summer, everyone!
LIGHTHOUSE SHORES PEDESTRIAN GATE AND BEACH ACCESS
By: Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager
We would like to remind all TKPOA Property Owners of the rules associated with the use of the pedestrian gate at Lighthouse Shores (LHS) Lot C and Lot A. Through recent Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA) Security Patrols and reviewed Security Camera footage, there have been violations of the Superior Court Case SV-92-0066 Judgement by TKPOA Property Owners and their guests in violation of the following:
• Bringing dogs into LHS on or off leash.
• Allowing Guests or Vacation
Renters to use their TKPOA Member Photo ID card for access to LHS Lot C without the immediate presence of the TKPOA Member
• Trespassing on the adjacent LHS Properties
THE RULES
The rules are straightforward. TKPOA Members should observe the following provisions pursuant to Superior Court Case SV-92-0066:
• TKPOA Members with a valid TKPOA Member Photo ID card and guests in the immediate presence of their sponsoring member will be permitted access. Access is only permitted to TKPOA property owners using their photo Member Access card issued by TKPOA. This card is not transferrable; it is not to be loaned or used by anyone other than the property owner to whom it is issued. If you have lost your card or wish to have another one issued, please visit the Pavilion office.
• There are no dogs or bicycles allowed, no exceptions. This is clearly posted on the gate and there are bike racks inside the gate.
• Access through this gate is allowed from 7:00AM-9:00PM except during the summer, during which time the hours will be extend to 10:00PM
NO DOGS
No Dogs or other pets allowed in LHS. Please remember dogs must be on leashes throughout the TKPOA per El Dorado County Ordinance Title 6 – Animals, Chapter 6.04. General Provisions, Section 9.46.600. For the safety of your dog, TKPOA members and their guests please keep your dog on a leash. Dogs are welcome on their leash at the Pavilion Beach area.
NO TRESPASSING
When entering through the LHS pedestrian gate, you are on Lot C which is a narrow lot with Pope Marsh on the left and private residences on the right. TKPOA does not own the properties to the right of Lot C. This is private property and the No Trespassing law per California Penal Code 602PC applies. The City of South Lake Tahoe Police Department will be called for trespassing on these properties. The TKPOA has clearly marked the property lines on the right of the lot. The left side of the lot has a chain link fence all the way down to the beach on the Pope Marsh side.
Lot C can be used to access Pope Marsh on the left, however access to the beach on the right is prohibited as this is private property and to do so is considered trespassing (CA 602PC). Access to the right is also a
dead end at the West Channel Bulkhead. During Lake Tahoe high water events there is typically no Public Trust beach access. To access Lot A at the end of the LHS roadway at the West Channel Bulkhead, you should walk down the LHS paved roadway.
Pursuant to the Superior Court Case SV-92-0066 Judgement the TKPOA is responsible for the maintenance and security obligations in enforcing this judgement, and at this time the enforcement of these violations including trespassing violations on the adjacent LHS property will be pursued. Based on TKPOA Security Patrols and pedestrian gate Member Card reader identification system, the TKPOA has issued warning notices and in some cases, fines, to those members in violation of the LHS Gate Access as specified in the Superior Court Case Judgement. The TKPOA Board of Directors will continue to utilize the Member Discipline process in accordance with Civil Code Section 5855 and TKPOA Bylaws Article VI, Membership Rights Section 5, Article IX, Duties and Powers of the Board Section 1(r), and TKPOA Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&R’s) Article XII, Breach or Default, Section 6 (a-f), to enforce this Superior Court Case SV-92-0066 Judgement, related governing documents, and rules.
The LHS pedestrian and vehicle gates are under continuous surveillance and all TKPOA Member Photo ID Card access is recorded so it is easy to track any violations. Once the violations are identified with the responsible Property Owners through the Member Discipline Hearing process, TKPOA Property Owners could face their individual and property Member Photo ID card access privileges suspended, Member Photo ID Cards confiscated, and potential fines.
The TKPOA is requesting that all property owners please respect these rules so that we can all continue to enjoy this privilege of accessing Lot C and Lot A. Continued violations and flagrant abuse of these rules could result in legal claims against the TKPOA and potential gate closures.
For additional questions please contact the TKPOA Front Desk at 530-542-6444, Monday through Friday 8:30AM-4:30PM, Saturday through Sunday 10:00AM2:00PM. Additional information is also available on the TKPOA Website www.tkpoa.com, or contract TKPOA Security at 530-545-0847.
2024-2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION
By: Heather Blumenthal
For the 2024-2026 Board of Directors Election, there are three board positions up for election. For this election we have 5 candidates that have been placed on the voting ballot: Mark Acri, Nick Corini, Peter Grant, Bonnie Halleran, Mike Kohl, Bob Meyers, Mel Meyers, and Dave Peterson.
The Voting and Election Rules that were adopted by the Board of Directors of Tahoe Keys Property Owners’ Association on May 22nd, 2015 comply with the requirements of the Davis Stirling Civil Code section 5105(a). Section 2. Qualifications for Candidacy and Election to the Board: Candidates for the Board must be Members in Good Standing and must meet any other qualification or restrictions set forth in the Bylaws. “Member” means a person who holds legal title to the property (i.e., is named in the deed for the property).
Voting Ballots will be mailed out in July. You can view each candidates’ self-nomination form “Statement of Candidacy” on the TKPOA website at www.tkpoa. com, and they will also be included in the Ballot package. TKPOA will also hold a “Meet the Candidates Forum” as a scheduled Town Hall Forum, date to be determined. All Candidates will be 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. Date and Zoom information can be found on the TKPOA website, www.tkpoa.com, under the Events Calendar.
The Board of Directors two-year terms that are ending this year are Dave Peterson – President, Peter Grant – Vice President, Jim Siegfried – Treasurer, and Pete Wolcott – Director, and their terms end on September 28th, 2024. These Board members are eligible to rerun for the Board for another term and Peter Grant and Dave Peterson have submitted their Self-Nomination forms for election for the 2024-2026 term.
Board Members who still have one year left of their two-year term are Secretary Sabine Litten, Director Joby Cefalu, and Director Bryan Welsh and their terms end in 2025.
The 61st Annual Membership Meeting and Annual Board Election will be held Wednesday September 28th, 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, the 2024-2026 Board of 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.
TAHOE KEYS SECURITY PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES
REMINDER – BOAT, TRAILER AND PARKING RESTRICTIONS
Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager
The Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association’s Security Department is tasked with patrolling the Tahoe Keys and enforcing provisions of the Association’s Governing Documents (CC&Rs, Bylaws, Operating Rules, Architectural Rules, etc.). The Security Department also works closely with the Community Design and Review (ACC) Department to recognize and report property violations.
The ultimate goal of the TKPOA Security Department is compliance with the provisions of the Association’s Operating Rules and CC&Rs, including but not limited to: ensuring use and enjoyment of the Association’s amenities exclusively by members and their guests, enforcing parking requirements within the Townhomes Subdivisions, enforcing prohibition of commercial business activities and boat/trailer parking within the Tahoe Keys, and protecting each member’s right to the quiet enjoyment of their property.
Security Enforcement Procedures begin with courtesy notices, reminding members, their tenants, and guests, of the Association’s rules and regulations and providing notice that a violation exists. Most security violations are resolved with these courtesy notices and no further action is required.
For those violations that continue, Security will provide warning notices and letters to the property owner, serving as additional reminders of the Association’s rules and regulations and next steps in the enforcement process if the violation continues.
Once all steps to correct the violation have been exhausted by TKPOA Security, a Board Hearing notice will be generated to the responsible property owner for potential disciplinary action. Disciplinary action includes suspension of membership amenity access and fines for confirmed violations.
For more egregious violations, such as illegal property rentals or commercial business violations, an automatic Board Hearing is scheduled with the responsible property owner for potential disciplinary action, including fines starting at $5,000 per incident
Reminder – Boat, Trailer and Parking Restrictions and Enforcement Procedures
TKPOA CC&Rs Article VIII, Section 12, prohibits the parking of trailers, boats, jet skis, and other recreational vehicles within the Tahoe Keys unless within an enclosed garage or for the purposes of loading and unloading. Security will place courtesy reminder tags on boats, trailers, jet skis, and recreational vehicles to remind members, their tenants and guests of the parking restrictions within the Tahoe Keys. This courtesy tag begins the grace period that the Association allows for temporary boat, trailer, and recreational vehicle parking:
Parking Grace Periods
Driveway – 7 Days
Street - 3 Days (same as the CSLT)
Boats, jet skis, and trailers parked within a property’s driveway are provided a 7-day grace period, while parking along the street provides a 3-day grace period (matching the City of South Lake Tahoe’s policy).
Once the grace period timeframe has expired, Security will begin following the parking enforcement procedures which includes placing violation notices and sending warning notices, informing the responsible property owner of next steps, including scheduling a hearing with the Board of Directors for consideration of imposition of fines and/or suspension of amenity access privileges.
Parking Violation Fines
- Excerpt from TKPOA Fine Policy
Parking tags placed on vehicle, trailer, RV are considered warning notices for parking violations. A disciplinary hearing will then be scheduled with the Board of Directors for any additional violations after the first violation. Hearings may result in fines and/or suspension of amenity access passes for confirmed violations. Parking fines are assessed per each 7-day period past the initial parking grace period. All fines are assessed per violation (i.e. 2
Townhome Parking Lots
Due to the limited space within Townhome areas, boats, jet skis, trailers, and recreational vehicles may not be parked within a Townhome parking lot at any time. Enforcement procedures within the Townhome lots require immediate removal of the
prohibited vehicle/trailer in order to avoid a potential tow.
Security will place a violation tag on the authorized vehicle, boat, jet ski, and/or trailer and attempt to locate the owner prior to initiating further enforcement action.
City of South Lake Tahoe Parking Code and Enforcement
4.25.370 Storage of vehicles on right-of-way prohibited. No person who owns or has possession, custody or control of any vehicle shall park such vehicle upon any street or alley for more than a consecutive period of 72 hours. (Ord. 21 § 2; Ord. 813 § 8. Code 1997 § 16-40)
4.25.650 Penalty.
Any person violating the provisions of this article shall be guilty of an infraction and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine of not less than $50.00 or a greater amount set by resolution of the city council. (Ord. 1098 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 961 § 1. Code 1997 § 16-97)
4.25.670 Removal of vehicles authorized.
When appropriate signs or markings are in place giving notice, any officer of the police department, parking control officer or private patrol officer as defined in Chapter 4.140 SLTCC is hereby authorized to remove or cause to be removed any vehicle that is stopped, standing or parked on any municipal off-street parking lot, facility or garage in violation of this article. The procedure for removal or impounding of vehicles shall be as provided in Sections 22850 through 22854 of the California Vehicle Code. (Ord. 1098 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 961 § 1. Code 1997 § 16-99)
For questions on Security Practices and Procedures, please contact Operations Manager Heather Blumenthal at heather. blumenthal@fsresidential.com or (530) 542-6444 ext. 228.
TEXT OF PROPOSED CHANGES
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 will be agendized for official adoption at the July 24th, 2024 Board of Directors Meeting.
ARTICLE 2 ASSOCIATION GENERAL RULES
SECTION 300: 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.
SPRING IS AN ACTIVE TIME FOR TAHOE
BEAR CUBS AND YEARLINGS. Keep Tahoe bears wild!
As temperatures start to warm and snow begins to melt, a new crop of bear cubs are emerging from winter dens with their mothers. Yearlings, which were born last year, are also on the move. Some are still with their mother bears, some are solo after separating before denning, and some may be showing signs of disease.
Cubs of the year, born around the beginning of February, are sticking close to their mothers, and learning survival skills in the wild to prepare them for living on their own in about one year. For those cubs born a little over a year ago, now called yearlings, it is time for them to part ways with their mother bears and sibling bears. Mother bears, once free of these “teenagers,” will once again find a mate and breed to continue the cycle of producing cubs every other year.
Cubs of the year are dependent on their mothers and are being taught how to forage on natural vegetation, including grass, berries, grubs, and other wild bear foods. Mother bears may be protective of the cubs, so people need to give them space. Never get in between a mother bear and her cubs. If you see a cub of the year alone, or up a tree for safety, the mother bear may not want to leave the area, so back away and give them room to reunite.
This time of year, wildlife agencies receive many calls from people concerned that they have found an orphaned cub when they are actually seeing a yearling that is safely on its own. A good rule of thumb for knowing the difference is to look at the size of the bear. If the bear is the size of a cat (around 10-15 pounds), it is a new cub of the year and chances are the cub’s mother bear is somewhere nearby or she may have sent her cubs
up a tree while she goes to forage. Keep an eye on the cub and if you do not see the mother bear after a few hours, please call the appropriate state wildlife agency below so they can send a wildlife professional out to assess the situation. Yearlings on the other hand, normally weigh between 50150 pounds and are well equipped to make it on their own and do not need handouts or human intervention.
Something that seems to be reported to wildlife managers more each year are undersized cubs and yearlings, often orphaned and malnourished, and sometimes behaving oddly for a wild animal. These young bears tend to be alone, small for their age, are often skinny with no fear of people, reluctant or unable to flee, and exhibit habituated behaviors often described as “dog-like.”
“These could just be hungry orphans looking for food, but increasingly we are seeing signs of neurologic disease like a slight head tilt or tremors,” said Dr. Brandon Munk, senior wildlife veterinarian with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW).
Since 2014, CDFW and the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) have been investigating cases of encephalitis, or inflammation of the brain, in young bears in the Tahoe Basin and throughout their range in California and Nevada. CDFW and NDOW have partnered with researchers at UC Davis and Oregon State University to determine the causes of encephalitis in California and Nevada black bears. Researchers have discovered both viruses and parasites associated with the condition but have not yet confirmed the primary cause(s) of this disease.
“We think the condition is more significant as a risk for increased human-bear conflict than a risk to bear populations or to people,” said Dr. Munk.
On occasion, a cub has truly been orphaned, which could result from a vehicle strike, or other causes of death of the sow. You may also see a small bear that may be showing signs of encephalitis. In either case the proper state authorities, CDFW or the NDOW, should be called to evaluate the situation and safely transport the cub for evaluation and/or rehabilitation. Resist the temptation to offer food handouts to these bears to preserve their chances of remaining wild and eventually being released back into the wild.
Picking up a cub too soon or while its mother bear is just around the corner can do a lot more harm than good. If the bear is a yearling, it is perfectly normal for it to be on its own. If you’re not sure, don’t hesitate to call a wildlife professional at CDFW, California State Parks or NDOW to ask.
Don’t teach these young bears to be comfortable around people! If they have gotten too close, make noise and try to scare them away so they don’t feel comfortable and want to stay. While it’s fun to see bears and even take pictures and videos, you’re telling the bear that it’s alright to be close to you.
Bears are smart and acquire learned behaviors based on their experiences. If they have a negative, scary encounter with a human, chances are they will try to avoid them in the future. Allowing bears to become comfortable around people can lead to unwanted activity, including breaking into cars and houses or approaching people who are eating outdoors. It is illegal to feed bears both directly and indirectly by allowing them access to garbage or food.
To report human-bear conflicts, bears that show signs of disease or orphaned cubs of the year:
• In California, contact CDFW at 916-358-2917 or report online using the Wildlife Incident Reporting (WIR) system at apps.wildlife. ca.gov/wir.
• Non-emergency wildlife interactions in California State Parks can be reported to its public dispatch at (916) 358-1300.
• In Nevada, contact NDOW at 775-688-BEAR (2327).
• If the issue is an immediate threat, call the local sheriff’s department or 911.
Learn more about keeping Tahoe bears wild at TahoeBears.org and BearWise.org.
WATER QUALITY – SPILL CONTAINMENT ASSISTANCE
PUBLISHED RATES
2024
Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA) Members and their guests play an important role in protecting the health of Lake Tahoe. Boat sewage, graywater, cleaning products, spilled fuel and oil, trash and aquatic invasive species are all potential sources of pollution. Government alone cannot protect California’s environment and Lake Tahoe. Every boater must take responsibility for pollution prevention and try to minimize the environmental and public health impacts from boating activities.
The following are the reporting procedures from the Cal OES – California Governor's Office of Emergency Services – California Hazardous Material Spill/Release Notification Guidance:
To Report all significant releases or threatened releases of hazardous materials: First Call: 9-1-1 (or local emergency response agency) Then Call: Cal OES – California Governor's Office of Emergency Services State Warning Center (800) 852-7550 or (916) 845-8911.
Notify the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA) at (530) 542-6444 Monday through Friday 8:30AM-4:30PM, Saturday through Sunday 10:00AM-2:00PM or Security (530) 545-0847 after hours or Water Company Emergency Line at (530) 3184268.
In the event that TKPOA Staff assists in the Reported Spill Containment following Rates and Cost apply:
ASSESSMENT COLLECTIONS UPDATE
Hello Tahoe Keys Residents!
This a continued friendly reminder that assessment collections, including lockbox information, changed as of April 1st, 2023. The information needed to set up payments can be found below and is listed on your quarterly statement.
Payment options are:
1. ClickPay – FirstService Residential’s online payment service provider. You can access ClickPay by visiting https://login.clickpay.com/firstservice. Please note that ClickPay charges a fee for credit card and debit card payments.
2. Bill Pay – Your bank’s bill pay service. If using this service, please enter the following: name, address, and include your 8-digit Account Number on your bank’s website when using its bill pay service:
Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association c/o FirstService Residential PO Box 30354, Tampa, FL 33630
Please note that your account number with FirstService is different from your previous TKPOA account number. Please contact the customer care center or the on-site office if you are unsure of what your account number is.
3. Paper Check – Mail a Check to the address above. Include your FirstService remit slip from your monthly statement and your 8-digit FirstService/TKPOA account number.
E-STATEMENTS
By default, the assessment statements will be sent as a hard copy; if you would like to sign up to receive your future assessment statements electronically, please navigate to: https://estatements.welcomelink.com/ fscalifornia to sign up.
ASSESSMENT PAYMENT FAQS
Q: How are assessment charges applied to my account? A: Regular quarterly assessments are due based on the following schedule each year:
• First Quarter due January 1st, considered delinquent if received after January 30th.
• Second Quarter due April 1st, considered delinquent if received after April 30th.
• Third Quarter due July 1st, considered delinquent if received after July 30th.
• Fourth Quarter due October 1st, considered delinquent if received after October 30th.
Assessment charges, for regular or special assessments, are not applied to owner accounts until the respective due dates. Using the regular quarterly assessment as an example, the first quarter assessment will not be charged to an owner’s account until the January 1st due date.
Q: When do late fees and interest charges apply?
A: Late fees and interest charges for delinquent payments are charged 30 days after the assessment due date. Reference the regular quarterly assessment schedule.
Q: What happens if I pay my assessments early?
A: Early payment of assessments is not required, however, for those owners who choose to pay their assessments prior to the due date, a credit will temporarily show on your account until the assessment due date.
Q: How should I make my check out for my assessment payments?
A: Checks and online bank bill pay payments should be made out to the: Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association or TKPOA.
Note: To ensure your payment is applied correctly to your account, include your Tahoe Keys account number in the check memo section for check and online bill-pay payments submitted. Please check that you are using your new FirstService account number.
Q: There are multiple charges on my account. What are they all for?
A: Reference the Statement Outline below:
• Townhome Assessment – for townhome owners only, this is the Operating and Reserve portion
of the quarterly assessment specific to the Townhome Cove Subdivision.
• Quarterly Assessment – this is the Common Operating and Reserve portion of the total Common quarterly assessment.
• Water Quality Assessment - this is the Water Quality Operating and Reserve portion of the total Common quarterly assessment.
• Water Company Assessment – this is the Water Company Operating and Reserve portion of the total Common quarterly assessment.
• Channels and Lagoons – this is the Reserve portion of the total Common assessment for the Channels and Lagoons account. These are funds that go towards dredging and bulkhead projects for the East and West Channels.
Q: Who do I contact for questions on my account?
A: For account questions, members should contact the 24/7 Customer Care Center at (800) 428-5588. On-site staff is also available at info@tahoekeyspoa.org or (530) 542-6444.
Q: I am having issues with my ClickPay account, who do I contact for assistance?
A: For assistance with ClickPay, members should contact ClickPay customer support directly at (888) 354-0135.
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
May 1 May 7
May 15 May 21
May 29 June 4
June 12
June 26
July 10
July 24
August 7
August 21
September 4
September 18
October 2
October 30
November 27
June 18
July 2
July 16
July 30
August 13
August 27
September 10
September 24
October 8
November 5
December 3
Group 1 (red)
Group 2 (teal)
Group 3 (green)
Group 4 (purple)
Group 5 (brown)
Group 6 (blue)
Group 7 (yellow)
Group 8 (pink)
Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association Irrigation Schedule Schedule
Venice Drive, Tuolumne Drive, Lassen Drive, Shasta Court, Dana Court, Dover Drive and 15th Street
Alpine Drive, Cascade Court, Cathedral Court, Genevieve Court, Tahoe Keys Blvd, Danube Drive, Morro Drive, Monterey Drive and Lucerne Way
Texas Avenue, Whitney Drive, Aloha Drive, Daggett Court, and Carson Court
Capri Drive, Inverness Drive, Catalina Drive, Kokanee Way, Crystal Court, and Lido Drive
Beach Drive, Beach Lane, Beach Court, White Sands Drive, Balboa Drive, Marconi Way, and Garmish Court
Lighthouse Shores Drive, Emerald Drive, Christie Drive, Traverse Court, Slalom Court, Wedeln Court, and Weir Way
TKPOA Townhomes: Cove 1, Cove 2, Cove 2A, Cove 3A, Cove 3B, Cove 3C, Cove 4, Cove 5, Tahoe Marina Shores (TMS), Islanders 1, Islanders 2, and Islanders 3
TKPOA-Owned Common Areas, Mt. Tallac Village 3 (South Tahoe Public Utility District Service)
Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday 1:00AM-3:00AM
Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday 5:00AM-7:00AM
Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday 11:00PM-1:00AM
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 3:00aM-5:00AM
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 10:00PM-1:00AM
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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