September Keys Breeze 2023

CONTROL METHODS TEST YEAR 3 PG. 20

RULES AND ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE PG. 26

ASSESSMENT COLLECTIONS – HOW TO PAY YOUR BILL

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CHALLENGES AND PRIVACY CONCERNS SURROUNDING PERSONAL SECURITY CAMERAS IN THE TAHOE KEYS

By: Linda Callahan, Community Design and Review Department Manager

Personal security cameras have gained popularity among homeowners in communities like the Tahoe Keys. These cameras provide a sense of safety, allowing residents to monitor their properties and deter potential intruders. However, with the rise of personal security cameras, several challenges and privacy concerns have emerged.

Improper camera placement can invade neighbor’s privacy by capturing video of their property. Homeowners must position their cameras thoughtfully to minimize such intrusions and limit the field of view to their own property whenever possible. Homeowners must be aware of surveillance and privacy regulations applicable to the Tahoe Keys community. Understanding and complying with local laws will prevent legal issues related to security cameras.

The proliferation of personal security cameras can strain community trust and lead to conflicts. Open communication and transparency about camera placement, purpose, and data handling

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practices can build trust among neighbors.

Clear guidelines and policies established by the Tahoe Keys regarding camera installation and usage are crucial. These policies should cover acceptable camera placement, data handling practices and compliance with local laws. The Architectural Control Committee (Community Design and Review) will be working on such guidelines in the coming weeks.

While personal security cameras offer benefits, striking a balance between personal security and privacy rights is essential. By promoting open communication, adhering to legal requirements, and establishing clear guidelines, the community can effectively address these challenges and ensure responsible camera usage.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding personal security cameras, please contact the Community Design and Review staff at (530) 542-6444. Thank you.

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

Dave Peterson, PRESIDENT

Peter Grant, VICE PRESIDENT

Ken Silveira, TREASURER

Michelle Pandori, SECRETARY

Joby Cefalu, DIRECTOR

Jim Siegfried, DIRECTOR

Pete Wolcott, DIRECTOR

Dr. Jeff Orr is an orthopedic physician who specializes in joint injury and traumatic orthopedic injuries with Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. Find award-winning orthopedic care in Carson City, Incline Village, Round Hill, or South Lake Tahoe. For more information, call 530.543.5554 or visit BartonHealth.org.

TRAINING NOW FOR WINTER ACTIVITIES

to standing by driving through your heels and squeezing your glutes.

» Alternating Lunges, 10x: Take a big step forward with your right foot; shift your weight into your right heel, bend your knees until your right knee is bent 90 degrees; step your right foot back to the left to return to standing. Repeat with your left leg forward. Continue to alternate legs.

Starting two to three months prior to winter, you can begin working a consistent cardio, strengthening, and flexibility program into your activities:

Cardio: Good exercises to increase your cardio include biking, walking, hiking, rowing, and running — these should be done two to three times a week at a moderate pace including some high-intensity, short duration bursts followed by passive rests.

Eventually, progress to high-resistance cardio for continuous intervals, which will help condition your legs for long powder runs this winter.

Strengthening: Strength training that focuses on large muscle groups like the quads, hamstrings, glutes, and your core will help build endurance for skiers and snowboarders. This can help stabilize your hips and knees while on the snow.

An example of a bodyweight strength training program may include:

• Walking Burpee, perform three sets of five reps.

» Step 1: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, bend at your waist and knees, and touch your palms to the ground.

» Step 2: Jump/ walk your feet back until your body is extended in a plank position.

» Step 3: Perform a pushup, then raise your hips and walk/jump your feet forward toward your hands.

» Step 4: Stand, repeat.

• Leg Series, perform all moves to complete a set. Perform three sets.

» Squats, 10x: Stand with your feet hip-width apart. Keeping your back flat and chest forward, bend your knees to lower into a 90-degree squat; return

» Jumping Lunges, 10x: Stand in a lunge position with your right leg forward. Keeping your chest forward, bend your knees and jump into the air, switching your legs midair to land with your left leg forward in a lunge position. Continue to alternate legs.

» Jumping Squats, 5x: Stand with your feet hip-width apart. Keeping your black flat and chest forward, bend your knees to lower into a 90-degree squat, then explode into the air, landing softly back in a squat position. Repeat.

» Plank, 1 minute: Get into a forearm plank position with your feet shoulder-width apart and your elbows directly under your shoulders. Engage your core, quads, hamstrings, and glutes to keep your back flat.

• Wall Sit, hold for 2 minutes (work to increase time each workout).

» Step 1: Stand with your back against the wall, feet hip-width apart.

» Step 2: Bend your knees to sink down into a 90degree squat, keeping your back flat against the wall.

Flexibility: Finally, maintaining or improving flexibility is also important — your spinal mobility helps you feel strong and balanced on your gear. Yoga and Pilates are great ways to incorporate stretching and movement into your winter prep.

Preparing your body for the ski season should start well before you ever hit the slopes. By incorporating some deliberate and regular exercise and stretching, you can help prepare your body appropriately and lessen your chance of injury this winter season.

While the winter is still months away, if you are a skier or snowboarder, now is the time to start getting ready to get on the slopes rather than waiting until the snow is upon us.

2023 ACC APPLICATION SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE

Submittal Deadline (Wednesday prior to the meeting)

January 11

February 1

March 1

March 29

April 12

April 26

May 10

May 31

June 14

July 5

July 19

August 2

August 16

September 6

September 20

October 4

November 1

December 6

ACC Meeting Dates (Tuesdays)

January 17

February 7

March 7

April 4

April 18

May 2

May 16

June 6

September 20

July 11

July 25

August 8

August 22

September 12

September 26

October 10

November 7

December 11

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2023

BOARD ACTIONS SUMMARY

By Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager

AUGUST 16TH – BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE SESSION

BOARD ACTIONS

• Reviewed 0 Personnel Matters

• Reviewed 5 Disciplinary Matters

• Reviewed 4 Contracts

• Reviewed 6 Legal Matters

• Authorized pulling the Proposed Amended and Restated 2022 CC&Rs Membership Ballot

AUGUST 28TH – SPECIAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS OPEN SESSION

BOARD ACTIONS

AUGUST

16TH – BOARD OF DIRECTORS OPEN SESSION

BOARD ACTIONS

• Appointed Mark Acri and Sabine Litten to the Firewise Committee.

• Appointed Vice President Peter Grant as Board liaison to Suntex (owner of the Tahoe Keys Marina) to continue discussions on shared issues.

• Appointed Pat Disney as the Inspector of Elections for the Cove 2, Cove 2A, and Tahoe Marina Shores (TMS) individual Subdivision Special Assessment Ballots.

• Set August 10th, 2023, as the Record Date for the Cove 2, Cove 2A, and Tahoe Marina Shores individual Subdivision Special Assessment Ballots.

• Approved the Staff Report on the status of the sale of Lake Tallac Easements.

• Authorized a Purchase Card (P-Card) for Water Company Operator Bryan Hawkins with a $15,000 limit and a P-Card for Water Quality Manager Kristine Lebo with a $15,000 limit.

• Approved a contract for BESST Inc. to perform dynamic groundwater sampling and survey of Well #3 for $34,374.75 to be funded from the Water Company Reserve Fund

• Appointed Ed Naretto as the Cove 2A Co-Cove Advisor

• Adopted the proposed changes to the Rules for Tennis and Pickleball Courts to change the opening time to 8:00AM.

• Approved Lake Tallac Easement Resolution #LTAUA-11.

• Approved the 2024 Operating and Reserve Budget Option 2 for a budget increase not to exceed 20% with a commitment to review the proposed waterways cuts in the next 30 days for potential changes to 2024 waterway budget allocations and to consider a one-time reserve special assessment in the next 6 months. Option 2 includes a membership ballot to vote on a special assessment for year 3 of the Control Methods Test Project.

• Authorized execution of a contract with Haen Construction for the Cove 3C Bulkhead Project subject to Board and legal review of the contract and continued consensus to move forward.

How to Submit an Architectural Control Application Online

New for 2023, Members can now submit their Architectural Control Applications and pay their Review Fees and Deposits online. To submit an application online, go to - hftps://tkpoa. connectresident.com/ and follow these steps:

1. Create an account, or sign in.

2. Select the Architectural Mods button. Complete the FirstService Resident Connect application.

3. Upload your TKPOA application for your type of improvement, site plan, pictures, scope of work, surveys, and any other important details for review by the Architectural Control Committee or the Community Design & Review team.

4. TKPOA applications are on the TKPOA website www.tkpoa.com under documents, Architectural Control, - or on the FirstService Resident Connect Portal – to the left of the Architectural Mods button.

5. Click two boxes, draw your signature or initials, and pay your review fee using your bank account ACH (no fee) or credit card ($ .99 fee).

You can also go to the TKPOA website and click on the blue button “FirstService Resident Connect”.

Please contact Community Design and Review Department Manager Linda Callahan at (530) 542-6444 ext. 239 or email to Linda.Callahan@fsresidential.com or Community Design and Review Compliance Officer Greg Turle at (530) 542-6444 ext. 240 or Greg.Turle@ fsresidential.com with any questions.

Boat

Cove Advisor Committee

2023 Meeting Schedule

First Quarter Meeting

Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 2:00PM

Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 at 2:00pm

Second Quarter Meeting

Monday, April 10th, 2023 at 2:00pm

Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at 1:00pm

Third Quarter Meeting

Thursday, July 20th, 2023 at 1:00pm

530.545.3188

Fourth Quarter Meeting - TBD

All Meetings will be held in the TKPOA Pavilion and have an accompanying Zoom linkprovided for remote participation. The Zoom link will also be posted on the TKPOA website www.tkpoa.com

All meetings will be recorded for the purpose of documenting meeting minutes.

Art Truckee Gallery opened in May 2016 in downtown Truckee. Preserving and promoting Truckee’s beloved history and culture, Art Truckee in partnership with M.E. Entertainment hosts multiple events including theater performances, live music, comedy nights and other inspired performing arts that added to the creative ambiance.

NOTICE OF CHANGE IN ASSOCIATIONS CHANGE

(Deletions are shown in strikethrough type and additions in boldface underlined type)

The TKPOA Board of Directors approved to adopt the following changes to Association Operating Rules at the August 16th, 2023, Regular Board of Directors Meeting. These changes were noticed for a 28-Day Membership Review Period on the TKPOA Website, www.tkpoa.com, on June 27th, 2023.

PURPOSE OF CHANGE: TO CLARIFY HOURS OF OPERATION FOR TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL COURTS

ARTICLE 2 ASSOCIATION GENERAL RULES

SECTION 400: TENNIS COURT AND PICKLEBALL COURT RULES

(Adopted July 21st, 2018; Effective July 21st, 2018)

Only TKPOA Members with a valid Member I.D. Card may use the Tennis Courts. Guests must be accompanied by a member with a valid Member I.D. Card to use the Tennis and Pickleball Courts.

Members with a valid Member I.D. Card may bring up to three (3) guests to use the Tennis and Pickleball Courts. Cardholder must be present.

Renters may purchase Day Use Passes at the Pavilion office to use Tennis and Pickleball Courts.

Courts may be used for tennis and pickleball play only.

Hiking shoes, boots, sandals and any other shoes which mark the courts are not allowed.

A maximum of four players per court are allowed. Non- players must remain outside of court fences at all times.

Tennis Court hours are from Sunrise AM- Sunset PM; The Venice Courts are open until 10p.m.

PICKLEBALL COURT HOURS ARE FROM 8:00AM – SUNSET PM

No food and/or glass, alcohol containers allowed in the court area

No roller blades, skateboards and or bicycles permitted.

No person under 14 permitted without an adult

Pets are not allowed in Tennis and Pickleball Courts with the exception of service dogs. Service dogs should be kept away from playing area for their safety and the players safety.

Do not abuse the net or other equipment.

Court availability is on a first come, first served basis. Please limit playing time so others may use the courts. When the Courts are full everyone must rotate to allow those waiting an opportunity to play.

Tahoe Keys Property Owner’s Association is not responsible for any accidents and/ or injuries while using this facility.

Pickleball is permitted at the Pickleball Pavilion Courts only.

IMPORTANCE OF DOG LEASH AND OTHER PET RULE REQUIREMENTS

By TKPOA Security

Greetings Tahoe Keys Property Owners!

We are writing today to inform you of the importance of always keeping your dog on a leash and to pick up after your dog properly during your walks around the Keys. While it can be fun to let your dog free occasionally, it can be dangerous and uncomfortable for other members and their guests who are also out enjoying the Tahoe Keys outdoors.

TKPOA Security receives regular calls from concerned members regarding dogs being off leash or pet waste that was not properly disposed of. The intent of TKPOA’s leash rule is to protect the health and safety of Association members and to protect your pet. Our goal is to prevent potential accidents from occurring that could harm or upset neighbors who are enjoying their time outside as well. The use of a leash will benefit you, your neighborhood, and your pet. There are many good reasons to keep your dog on a leash:

1. It is a great good neighbor policy, preventing your dog from trespassing on the neighbor's property during your walk. It also keeps your dog from jumping on people you encounter, ensuring that your dog has the chance of being properly introduced.

2. Walking your pet on a leash will prevent the spread of disease. A leashed dog can be restrained from sniffing the droppings of other animals.

3. A leash is commonly referred to as "Your Pet's Lifeline," protecting your pet from traffic and unrestrained animals. Accidents or animal bites are greatly reduced when responsible pet owners obey the leash law.

4. It is a great identification tool, symbolizing that the dog has an owner, and enabling someone who sees

the leash and identification tag attached to the dog's collar to find you if you and your pet should become separated.

5. It is a great relief to wildlife, keeping your dog from chasing squirrels, deer, and other wildlife.

While pets may remain unleashed while on the owner’s property (including front yards and porches), it is a violation of the TKPOA Association Operating Rules and against California Law to have a dog off a leash in a Common Area of the Tahoe Keys including but not limited to, common parks, walkways, streets, and Townhome Cove common park areas.

TKPOA has installed pet waste disposal stations throughout the Tahoe Keys common areas to ensure easy and quick disposal for responsible pet owners to pick up after their pets. Proper pet waste disposal assists the Tahoe Keys in maintaining our beautiful park and walkway areas for the benefit of our members, their neighbors, and their guests. It is always a good practice for all pet owners to clean up after their furry friends.

While TKPOA’s goal is compliance with all rules and regulations, a member may be fined up to $1,000.00 dollars for violation of these rules. TKPOA’s enforcement procedure begins with a first and second violation letter before moving to the Board Hearing step for a third violation where fines may be assessed. Subsequent violations after the third will result in an automatic hearing with the Board of Directors.

Please keep your dog leashed, safe, and be a good neighbor and be sure to pick up after your pet while enjoying the outdoors.

Please contact TKPOA Security at (530) 545-0847 with any questions or concerns.

Thank you!

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

By Dave Peterson, Board President

2024 Budget. The finance committee presented a draft budget for features common to all members at the August board meeting that would begin to address our critical shortage in reserves. The “common” fund covers the common areas, pools, common staffing, etc. Our common reserves are only at 11% of what is needed to address KNOWN projects. At a previous board meeting, the board agreed with a finance committee recommendation to pursue a 5-year plan to get the reserve balance to 25% of need; still a low number, but a good intermediate goal. We really need to be at 70% or better. At the August 16th meeting, the finance committee recommended a 35% dues increase for 2024, plus a minor special assessment for water company cost overruns, and another special assessment for the year 3 Waterways Control Methods Test (CMT). This was the first time the board had seen the numbers, so a hearty discussion was had. No decision was made, except to schedule a special board meeting on August 28th. At that meeting, the committee presented 3 alternatives: a 35% increase, a 20% increase which would defer the reserves catch-up for another year, and a 58% increase which would roll the CMT special assessment into the dues. The board had another spirited discussion, and numerous members expressed their views. In the end, the board opted for the 20% increase. The reason is this: anything more than 20% requires a membership vote. Plus, we would need a membership vote for the CMT year 3 assessment. Votes are tough for TKPOA; not because of how people vote, but because we have difficulty getting to the 50% quorum. For last year’s CMT year 2 special assessment vote, we got 7 votes over the quorum requirement, but only after a team of 16 volunteers made phone calls to members to simply ask them to vote, up/ down/whatever, just vote (thank you, volunteers!!). Of those that voted, we had over 80% voting yes, so the membership clearly wanted the CMT to continue.

The board voted for the 20% common fund dues increase

for 2024 because the 35% increase would have required a member vote. Plus, we would have had a concurrent vote for the CMT year 3 special assessment. Considering our difficulties achieving quorum, we thought we needed to keep the member vote to one simple issue: CMT year 3. The CMT is a very important 3-year experiment to give us and the regulatory agencies the data needed to prescribe a long-term weeds management plan.  No data, no basis for a plan.  This is really year 8 of a 10-year project.  We have worked through the study, organization, environmental analysis, and testing phases.  Next, after the CMT, we have another round of environmental analysis and permitting for the prescribed solution.  We have got to get to the finish line.

So, you won’t be getting a ballot for a common fund dues increase this year. The board will increase dues about 20% under its authority. But you will be getting a ballot for year 3 CMT sometime before November. I hope you vote. We need the quorum.

For the coves, the story doesn’t end there. Each cove has a supplemental budget covering items specific to that cove. Cove budgets were not available for either August board meeting, so I have nothing to reveal here, except that insurance costs are going up a lot. And insurance is a big budget item for the coves. It is possible that combined dues for one or more coves will exceed the 20% increase threshold and trigger a vote. More to come on that.

The board also agreed to consider, within the next 6 months, another special assessment to simply address the reserves shortfall, fully or partially. More to come on that too.

Bulkheads. Collections for the Cove 3C bulkhead special assessment now exceed $3.8M of the $4.8M total, so the board on 8/28 authorized the contractor to proceed

(there are bid items that can be held up if collections fall short, so the board felt comfortable authorizing the project start). Sheet pile work could begin this winter, or next spring at the latest.

No news on the St. Moritz and Bavarian Isles assessment. Waiting…

East Channel Dredging. The marina tells us that the project has been delayed until next spring. We still haven’t seen any details though, so we don’t yet know what our cost share will be.

Drinking Water. Sometime during the July 4 holiday week is typically when we experience our peak day of the year for water demand, but this year it was July 23. This proves that we have successfully moderated our water usage and beat the peak. And for the month of July, our total use was 38 million gallons (MG), compared to 44 MG in 2022 and 55 MG in 2020. Our new landscapes are making a huge difference! Note: 2021 was the death year when we had the uranium crisis and Caldor evacuation. Let’s try to forget that one! Also note: we aren’t trying to use less water because we are water short. Our aquifer is connected to the lake, and there’s way more water than we could ever use. We are trying to use less water because:

A. Our well output is throttled down due to the uranium and PCE treatment systems. It’s a hydraulic limitation.

B. Eliminating turf means less fertilizers leaching into the lagoons. AND, less feed for geese, which poop massively in the lagoons and on docks and swim platforms.

C. Reducing indoor use reduces wastewater production. Every gallon of our wastewater goes through treatment at STPUD, then is pumped over Luther Pass into Alpine County. That’s a huge pump lift, and a huge electric power demand (too much money,

greenhouse gases, and waste in general).

Bear Boxes. I see more and more going in. Great job! Waterways – CMT Update. CMT year 2 is going according to plan. We’ll have a special assessment membership vote for year 3 in the next 2 months. It’ll be in the $800900 range. I hope you will all vote so that we achieve the 50% quorum. Talk to your neighbors too.

(PS, I hope your vote is yes, because it would be bad to quit this experiment 1 year shy of its completion.)

Lake Tallac. In 2016, the members approved a $370k special assessment to purchase the Lake Tallac parcel. Our primary motivation was to keep it from falling into the hands of someone else, but we’ve been able make some lemonade out of the deal too. We sold a buildable lot along Keys Blvd. for $245k, and have sold about $62k of exclusive use easements to homeowners bordering the lake. So our net cost is down to $63k. And we’re still selling easements. This was a good deal for all of us!

Overcrowding. An ad hoc committee was formed to brainstorm ideas to address overcrowding on streets and in our amenities. The committee has met twice. We’re initially focusing on amenities, and the solution will probably entail some change to our pass system, plus some additional security to check passes.

Street crowding from boat trailers, boat dock renters, and business operations is a tougher nut to crack, because the streets belong to the City. Solutions will probably have to be indirect.

The committee is working on it.

That’s it for this month. I hope you all enjoy September. For me, it is one of the best months at Tahoe; crowds dwindle and the weather is warm.

CONTROL METHODS TEST: YEAR THREE FUNDING REFERENDUM

By Kristine Lebo, Water Quality Manager

On August 28th, the Board of Directors approved a motion to fund the Control Methods Test (CMT) Year Three by a special assessment decided on by Homeowner vote. Continuing our commitment to this three-year test is key in informing and shaping the large-scale solution to bring the Keys back to its original ecosystem.

Year Two of the test has already shown some noteworthy results that are helping to shape the large-scale plan. The Water Quality Team and contractors have gathered an enormous amount of data. Through some preliminary analysis, our CMT lead scientist, Dr. Lars Anderson, has noted some of results we have observed:

1. “More than 90% Control of target plants from Year One Endothall-only treatments has been sustained except for shorelines that were not submersed in 2022 but are now under water.

2. Sites treated with Endothall-only or Triclopyr-only in 2022 have remained free of Eurasian watermilfoil during the summer of 2023.

3. Native species beneficial plants have been preserved from Year One and are showing an abundance in treated areas.

4. Diver Assisted Suction Harvesting (DASH) and UV-spot treatments show promise in sustaining control obtained in 2022. Optimal repeat interval treatments need to be determined but is likely 3 to 4 weeks.

5. DASH areas: Divers effectively removed nearly all target aquatic weeds, turbidity during plant removal was within acceptable levels, and plants removed typically weigh from 100 to 600 lbs. in a 2,000 sq ft area. Poor visibility impeded divers’ ability to selectively remove target plants and leave untouched native plants. The main advantage of DASH is the removal of curlyleaf pondweed and the associated thousands of turions that would have

formed new plants in the fall of 2023.

6. Bottom barriers will remain in place until late September 2023. They have kept the covered areas free of plants, but long-term effectiveness will not be known until barriers are removed in the fall and area are surveyed in spring, 2024.”

Year Three will allow us to see lasting, long-term effects from both herbicide and the more recent non-herbicide methods. The more data we gather will allow for more accurate conclusions on what maintains the control and knockback of weeds. We can shape our large-scale implementation more accurately for what works best on the entirety of the Keys lagoons. If we want to restore our waterways, we must go through the process as planned. It is vital we maintain our long-term relationships and partnerships with local agencies, like TRPA and the League, as they have been a huge resource on the project so far.

Please see an excerpt from a statement of support for the continuation of the CMT project from TKPOA’s supporting agencies, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and the League to Save Lake Tahoe (League) below:

“The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and the League to Save Lake Tahoe (League) value the partnership we have built with the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA) over many years to control the aquatic weed infestation within the Tahoe Keys. The Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinating Committee identifies the Tahoe Keys as the number one priority area as it is the largest aquatic weed infestation in Lake Tahoe and the primary source for new infestations around the lake.

Like you, TRPA and the League have invested significant time and financial resources to develop and implement

the Tahoe Keys Control Methods Test (CMT), which is wrapping up year two of the innovative, comprehensive, three-year test program.

The initial results of the CMT are encouraging. The targeted herbicide and ultraviolet light applications completed last year substantially knocked back the invasive weeds in test areas and were safely utilized, with no herbicide reaching the lake proper.

Everyone’s continued investments in this project are essential to see it through to completion, and to

achieve our ultimate objective – finding a sustainable, practical, long-term method for containing and controlling invasive weeds. We look forward to continuing our critical work together through every step of this journey.”

Keep an eye out for a ballot you will be receiving by mail. Please visit keysweedsmanagement.org and view the ‘CMT Project: Year 3’ page for all the specific details of the upcoming vote along with the full partnership letter from TRPA and the League.

Group 1 (red)

Venice Drive, Tuolumne Drive, Lassen Drive, Shasta Court, Dana Court, Dover Drive and 15th Street

Group 2 (teal) Alpine Drive, Cascade Court, Cathedral Court, Genevieve Court, Tahoe Keys Blvd, Danube Drive, Morro Drive, Monterey Drive and Lucerne Way

Group 3 (green)

Group 4 (purple)

Texas Avenue, Whitney Drive, Aloha Drive, Daggett Court, and Carson Court

Capri Drive, Inverness Drive, Catalina Drive, Kokanee Way, Crystal Court, and Lido Drive

Group 5 (brown) Beach Drive, Beach Lane, Beach Court, White Sands Drive, Balboa Drive, Marconi Way, and Garmish Court

Group 6 (blue)

Group 7 (yellow)

Group 8 (pink)

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

TAHOE KEYS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION IRRIGATION SCHEDULE SCHEDULE A

ITAHOE KEYS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION IRRIGATION MAP

ASSESSMENT COLLECTIONS UPDATE

Hello Tahoe Keys Residents!

This a friendly reminder that assessment collections, including lockbox information, changed as of April 1st, 2023.   The information needed to set up payments can be found on the Welcome Letter that you received in the mail and/or as it is listed on your quarterly statement.  The next statements being sent out will be for the Fourth Quarter Assessment, due October 1st.

Please contact our Client Transition Team at (888) 990-2334 or ClientTransition.ca@fsresidential.com with any questions.

Payment options are:

1.       ClickPay – FirstService Residential’s online payment service provider.  You can access ClickPay by visiting https://www.clickpay.com/firstservice

2.       Bill Pay – Your bank’s bill pay service If using this service, please enter the following: name, address, and include your new 8-digit Access Number (which can be found on the Welcome Letter you received) 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

3.       Paper Check – Mail a Check to the address above. Include your FirstService remit slip from your monthly statement and your 8-digit FirstService access number.

Are you set up with another auto bill pay service for your assessments?

• If you are, your future payments to FirstService will not be debited from your account until you update your account information through your bank’s bill pay service, or signup with FirstService Residential’s service provider, ClickPay.

• Please note that if you are currently on autopay, it will be canceled and not transferred for your security protection, as you will have to set it up through ClickPay as this is the new payment platform.

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:  estatements.welcomelink.com/fscalifornia to sign up.

TAHOE KEYS SECURITY PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES

By 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 $1,000 per incident.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

I Received a Security Courtesy Notice or Warning Letter, Now What?

So, for example, you’ve received a violation notice on your trailer. What do you do now?

First, contact TKPOA Security at (530) 545-0847 to discuss the violation and find a solution. TKPOA Security is here to assist members in correcting violations and avoiding the Board Hearing process. Remember, Security’s goal is compliance with the Association’s Governing Documents, not to schedule hearings!

What if I Need to Park My Boat/Trailer in My Driveway for a Short Period?

No problem! TKPOA’s Security Enforcement Procedure includes a grace period if the boat/trailer is parked within

the Property’s driveway and not in the street. (Due to capacity issues, boats/trailers may not be parked within a Townhome Parking Lot at any time.)

Property Owners should contact Security to notify Staff of the need for a grace period and the date the boat/ trailer will be removed. Owners should be aware that grace periods may not last more than 7 days, twice per year. Abuse of the grace period enforcement procedure provision will be treated as a violation and may result in a hearing for Board consideration of disciplinary action.

My Tenant or Guest Caused the Violation, am I Responsible for their Actions?

Yes! Property Owners are responsible for ensuring that their family, guests, and tenants abide by all TKPOA Governing Documents, Rules, and Regulations. If/ when a violation occurs, the property owner will receive warning/hearing notices from the Association and will be responsible for any fines, or other disciplinary actions, levied by the Board of Directors as a result of the violation(s). TKPOA Security also notifies guests and tenants of violations at the property in attempts to gain compliance before a Board Hearing notice is generated.

Future Improvements to Enforcement Procedures

At its July 19th, 2023, Regular Meeting, the TKPOA Board of Directors voted to authorize changing a seasonal, part time Security Officer position to a year-round, part time position. The Board is also reviewing adding additional Security hours and positions to future Operating Budgets.

Also, during the July 19th, 2023, Board Meeting, the Board of Directors appointed a TKPOA Rules and Enforcement Review Ad Hoc Committee to review TKPOA’s current rules and enforcement procedures. The AD Hoc Committee will propose improvements where appropriate to the Board for consideration.

Areas in which TKPOA hopes to achieve improved enforcement and compliance include boat and trailer parking and amenity access provisions. This Ad Hoc Committee is currently reviewing the TKPOA Member ID Card and Recreational Pass Board Policy and is planning to submit proposed revisions for Board consideration at an upcoming Board of Directors Meeting for implementation in 2024.

For questions on Security Practices and Procedures, or on the Ad Hoc Committee, please contact Operations Manager Heather Blumenthal at heather.blumenthal@fsresidential. com or (530) 542-6444 ext. 228.

NEW AD-HOC COMMITTEE - RULE AND ENFORCEMENT REVIEW

By: Bonnie Halleran, Committee Chair

Fellow homeowners,

We have created a new committee that we are confident will benefit our members. The Board has been listening and based on your input, the new “Tahoe Keys Rules and Enforcement Committee” has been created.

As a committee member and chair, I would like to highlight some of the issues we plan to address based on owner comments and concerns. Below are a few at the top of our list:

• Street Crowding (boats, trailers, campers etc.)

• Member card abuses

• Facilities crowding (beach, pickle ball and tennis courts)

• Illegal boat rental and charter business

• Fines and Rule enforcement/revenue

• Strategic planning/volunteers

Clearly, we have a problem with member cards being given away or sold to residents outside of the Keys. This creates wear and tear to our community amenities and is not fair to our members who pay dues that fund the maintenance and repair of these facilities.

To address the immediate issue of card abuse, the Committee will be submitting a plan for Board approval to revise the current Member ID Card and Recreational Pass Policy which will include termination of all current member cards and issuing new cards to all our members. Homeowners will be notified in advance of the new policy and any planned card termination, so that they will have plenty of time to obtain new ones. The Committee is considering a procedure to reissue new cards every couple of years to prevent misuse.

Additionally, Security has already begun performing daily random card checks at our private gated facilities to ensure all who are utilizing the amenities have the proper access cards.

Any and all members are welcome to come to or listen on Zoom to these meetings. They will be on the TKPOA calendar with a link.

We are always open for ideas and suggestions that will benefit our members as well as our property values.

Thank you all and we look forward to any suggestions you might have.

2023 ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULE

ACC Meetings are held on Tuesdays

January 17

April 4, 18

July 11, 25

October 10

February 7

May 2, 16

August 8, 22

November 7

March 7

June 6, 20

September 12, 26

December 12

All meetings are held at the Pavilion and begin at 9:00 am unless otherwise posted. ACC application submittals are due by Wednesday prior to the meeting date. For more information, please contact Linda Callahan, ACD Manager, at (530) 542-6444, ext. 239, or lcallahan@tahoekeyspoa.org.

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