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SUMMER IN TRUCKEETAHOE Top 20 reasons to be here this summer.

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HAVE YOU TRIED TD EATS? Check out our new food trailer and grab a bite to eat before heading down to Truckee Thursdays.

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MEET ROBB ETNYRE, GM In the last of our “Meet the Senior Team” series, we catch up with Robb Etnyre, general manager of Tahoe Donner Association.

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TIPS FROM THE PROS One of the toughest skills to master in tennis is the serve. Our director of tennis shares some helpful hints.

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DEPARTMENTS

TAKE NOTE

President’s Message Final address as board president.

Election Results 2016 board of directors announced

Monthly Calendar Don’t miss our July events

Concert Rules Summer concert rules for July 2-3

Let’s Get Together Your source for TD events and specials

Trails and Ales The annual 4x4 event returns in July

ASO Meetings Upcoming meeting schedule

Capital Projects GPC shares the process for projects

ASO/ASC Update Property inspection program changes

Airport Workshops Seeking feedback on noise, safety, service

Meeting Recap Review the May 27 board meeting

Golf Tips Our Golf Pro passes on some secrets

Where in the World is TD News? TD News travels the world

TDGF Scholarships Financial help for local graduating seniors

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VOL. 17, NO. 7

WELCOME

JULY 2016 EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION STAFF Brinn Talbot Gretchen Sproehnle Jody Sergison Ashley Quadros

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President

Steve Miller, smiller@tahoedonner.com

Vice President

Jim Stang, jstang@tahoedonner.com

Treasurer

Jeff Bonzon, jbonzon@tahoedonner.com

Secretary

Courtney Murrell, cmurrell@tahoedonner.com

Director

Ron Wulff, rwulff@tahoedonner.com

Board of Directors

board@tahoedonner.com

Postmaster Send address changes to Tahoe Donner News, 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161 530-587-9400, Fax 530-587-9419

comdep@tahoedonner.com

Advertising Sales Creative Concepts Media + Marketing is

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

the exclusive advertising representative; phone 530-582-4100.

Hi members. June 11 finds me at Alder Creek

of senior staff and provide answers that are

Adventure Center with my laptop out while

readily available to all. It will be located under

enjoying a delicious, fresh chicken Caesar

Members > Financials. While there, for those

wrap and looking out over the lush green

or you looking for significantly more detail,

unauthorized use of such will be regarded as an

wildflower-filled meadow. Above the dark

watch the ten-minute monthly financials recap

infringement of that service mark right and

green forest line, the brilliant white remnants

video produced by Tahoe Donner’s Director of

of snowfields on the upper reaches of Sunrise

Finance Mike Salmon.

Publishing Information Tahoe Donner Association holds the exclusive service mark right to “Tahoe Donner.” Any

is prohibited. The inclusion of advertising in this publication does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Tahoe Donner

Bowl provide proof that the winter snows

A quick look at the current trends in finan-

Association or its board of directors of the

this year were very kind to us. To my left the

cials indicates that the winter momentum con-

products, services, or views contained therein.

Tahoe Donner equestrian herd is acclimating

tinues. May was yet again another record reve-

to the altitude, awaiting their first riders of the

nue month. Net Operating Results year to date

Tahoe Donner News (ISSN 1550-6061) is the official monthly publication of Tahoe

season. Just to the North, the Lahontan Water

are $1,588,000 higher than budget resulting in

Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161.

District-recommended paddock relocation and

estimated Operating Fund Member’s Equity

Each membership parcel receives one sub-

facilities modernization is reaching conclusion

of $3,542,000. Let’s all hope that the summer

scription to a domestic address. Additional

on budget. If interested, you can find more

sun continues to shine and the fire season is

subscriptions are available at the cost of $25

information and updates on this project on

a very minimal and safe one. Vote with your

the Tahoe Donner website under Members >

feet by making use of all Tahoe Donner has to

Capital Projects > Equestrian Operations.

offer in the way summer fun, and by filling out

Donner Association, which is located at 11509

each. Cost to produce and distribute this publication is offset by advertising revenues. Periodicals Postage Paid at Truckee, CA, and

comment cards located at all amenities if you

additional mailing offices. Member letters to

Speaking of the Tahoe Donner website, we

Tahoe Donner are published in the Members

are in the process of developing a Frequently

feel we are doing great or if there are improve-

Asked Questions (FAQ) area. The idea was

ments we need to consider.

section of tahoedonner.com, where publishing guidelines are available.

to list those member questions that most frequently get asked of us on the board or

I’ve written previously about Tahoe Donner’s new General Plan Committee charter (Continued on p. 4)

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July

MONDAYS ALL MONTH

FOR ADDITIONAL JULY EVENTS SEE

LET’S GET TOGETHER ON PAGE 10 Monday Night Bingo

Bingo is a family favorite and ours is an annual summer tradition. It's a perfect way to spend your Monday evening. See page 13.

FRIDAYS, JULY 1 AND JULY 29

2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION RESULTS Five candidates ran for two available seats in this year’s election, with Mr. Darius Brooks and Mr. Jeff Schwerdtfeger each being elected to three-year terms. To follow is a quorum summary for the 2016 director election:

CANDIDATES/VOTES Kenneth Knutsen: 578

Darius Brooks: 985

Jeff Schwerdtfeger: 714

Courtney Murrell: 622

James Stang: 673

Total Votes: 3,572

QUORUM SUMMARY

Cowgirls and Cocktails

Join us for an evening ride followed by appetizers and wine or beer on the patio. Must be 21 or over. See page 11.

JULY 2-3 AND EVERY WEEKEND

TYPE OF BALLOT

BALLOTS CAST

VOTES CAST

Ballots w/Candidate Votes

1,596

3,572

Quorum Purposes Only

374

N/A

Totals

1,970

3,572

Members Eligible to Vote

6,348

Required Quorum 25%

1,587

OTHER INFORMATION Total Ballots Counted

1,970

Disqualified Ballots

Total Ballots Received

2,011

The next regularly scheduled board meeting will be held on Saturday, July 23.

Bikeworks Kids' Camps

Improve your mountain bike skills while exploring the trails of Tahoe Donner. Ideal for ages 10-14. See page 12.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 6

TD Soccer Golf

Bring your soccer ball and see how far you can boot it in this fun new family friendly event. See page 11.

The agenda and supporting documents will be posted to tahoedonner.com. ALL EVENTS ARE DEPENDENT ON CONDITIONS. PLEASE CHECK TAHOEDONNER.COM OR CALL 530-587-9400 FOR UPDATES.

SATURDAY, JULY 16

Volunteer Trails Day

Join the TD Trails Club and Tahoe Donner's own Trails Department July 16 and the third Saturday of every month. See page 15.

SATURDAY, JULY 30

Glow Golf

Come out for this fun new event and get your glow on! Dinner, golf and prizes are included with your entry. See page 11.

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(Continued from p. 2) and the newly created capital spending

ital investment. We have received proposals

year. It is traditional, but not always the case,

process which includes significantly greater

from two highly qualified consulting firms to

that the role of board president gets passed

opportunity for member input and leadership

assist us in this task. A significant amount of

to another of the standing board members.

transparency. (See page 20 or visit Members

emphasis and time will be devoted to soliciting

I wanted to take now what may be my final

> Committees > Capital Projects Spending

and collecting member opinion as this effort

opportunity to express my appreciation to

Process for more detail.) Pending full board

progresses. Please stay tuned.

everyone who volunteers for Tahoe Donner’s

approval I am excited to report that your asso-

At the end of Tahoe Donner’s annual

committees and to our senior staff for helping

ciation is also embarking on a process to create

meeting the board election results will be

to make my chance to serve a very rewarding

an association master plan. Its goal is to set

announced. One of the first tasks at the

experience. Thank you!

the strategic framework for Tahoe Donner’s

post-election board meeting is for this new

next 10 years of resource allocation and cap-

board to elect its officers for the upcoming

STEVE MILLER | BOARD PRESIDENT

SUMMER CONCERT ON THE GREEN: IF YOU GO If you are planning to attend our Summer Concert on the Green on either July 2 or July 3, please observe the following rules and guidelines. Gates open at 5 p.m. Artist schedule: July 2: Kenny Metcalf as Elton John: The Early Years 6 p.m.; Desperado 8 p.m. July 3: Evolution 6 p.m.; Hollywood U2 8 p.m. The concert is a smoke-free environment. Pets, Frisbees and professional photo or video recording equipment are not allowed at the venue. Cornhole and other games will be available. Children: There are no age restrictions on who can attend this show. Parents are advised to supervise their children at all times. Event staff may remove any person from the concert venue for any reason. Guests are asked to consider the experience of others at the show. Every person attending the show must have a ticket. A limited number of spots are available for our “Kid’s Night Out” event for children ages 4-11. Seating: Low-back chairs are welcome at this venue, as are blankets. In some areas closer to the stage, we may ask that guests pack up these items at show time. Please consider your neighbor’s ability to easily see the show. Dancing is encouraged so if you plan to remain seated throughout the show, please consider sitting farther back where you will

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have an elevated view. Food and Drink: Food and beverage is available on site. Summer fare from Morgan's Adults: $35 Kids 7-12: $15 6 and under: FREE Add $5 to all ticket prices day of the event

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Lobster Shack and FiftyFifty Brewery, as well as snacks, soda, wine and beer will be offered. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks. We ask that you please help us in keeping this beautiful location free of trash by disposing of refuse in containers located throughout the site. You must be 21 years or older to consume alcoholic beverages. Ticketing: Will-Call and the box office are located at the concert entrance, at the edge of the driving range parking area. Please take your ticket to the venue entrance located next to the box office. You will need to present the ticket to receive a wristband to enter the venue. Once you receive your wristband, you may enter and exit as you please. You will need to present your wristband for re-entry. Refunds: No refunds are available for this performance. We will do our best to ensure

that the performance will occur, but inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances may warrant cancellation of the event. Because of the costs associated with even a cancelled event, refunds will not be offered. Directions and Parking: Directions to Tahoe Donner can be found on www.tahoedonner.com. The concert venue (the site of Tahoe Donner’s driving range at 12790 Northwoods Boulevard, Truckee, Calif. 96161) offers FREE parking – within a few hundred feet of the stage. Free parking and a free shuttle for this event are also available down the road at the Tahoe Donner Northwoods Clubhouse (11509 Northwoods Boulevard, Truckee, Calif. 96161). These options are available until lots are full. Photos/Video: By attending this concert, you consent to being filmed and or photographed, whereas your image, voice, and likeness may be used by The Tahoe Donner Association for promotional purposes. Questions or comments? Please send us a note at info@tahoedonner.com or call 530-587-9400.

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Whatever you plan this summer, plan to visit Mountain Home Center for all your outdoor furnishings and accessories… it’s summer entertaining at its finest. BBQ’s and smokers; outdoor servingware, dinnerware and drinkware; table linens and table accents; grilling tools, seasonings and cookbooks; fire pits; patio furniture; umbrellas; outdoor pillows and rugs; lanterns, garden accessories and more. Serving you in two Truckee locations: Main Showroom for fire pits, hot tubs, BBQs, outdoor furniture and outdoor accessories 11403 Brockway Road • 530-587-6681; Downtown Truckee in the historic Loading Dock building for home decor and accessories 10115 Donner Pass Road • 530-550-8800 www.Mountain Home Center.com

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FEATURE

GET A TASTE OF TD EATS BEFORE TRUCKEE THURSDAYS BY ASHLEY QUADROS Truckee Thursdays is in full swing, and among all the exciting vendors, live performances and tasty cuisine, you might not be aware of the tasty cuisine options available before your night of fun even begins. If you are one of many taking advantage of Tahoe Donner’s complimentary shuttle service from Trout Creek Recreation Center to downtown Truckee every Thursday night, you’ve likely already stumbled upon our little treasure, but for everyone else, get ready to swing by Trout Creek Recreation Center every Thursday night. Whether you take the shuttle or are just passing through on your way home from work or finishing up a great workout at Trout Creek, every Thursday night TD Eats is open for you. TD Eats, a fast and convenient food truck operation, has been catering mostly to Truckee Thursday shuttle users, but anyone can swing by and take a bite from the menu.

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stacked waffle desserts that change every week. “This is a great opportunity to get some delicious food without having to stand in long lines downtown,” added Peters, who noted items on the menu range from $2 - $9 with the average items pricing at $5. Stop by TD Eats the next chance you get to try some of this goodness!

TD EATS HOURS AND SHUTTLE HOURS TD Eats: 4:30 – 7 p.m. every Thursday night at Trout Creek Recreation Center through Aug. 18 Free Shuttle: Complimentary shuttle service is available from Trout Creek Recreation Center to downtown Truckee every Thursday night. The first pickup at Trout Creek starts at 4:30 p.m. with the last pickup downtown ending at 9:15 p.m. (Drop off back at Trout Creek at 9:30 p.m.). The shuttle picks up on average every fifteen minutes, but note unforeseen traffic delays may arise.

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Pulled Pork Slider? Ahi Tuna Slider? So many options, so little time!

TOP 20 TRUCKEE-TAHOE SUMMER EVENTS Truckee Thursdays is a must-do every summer, but outside of Truckee Thursdays, Tahoe Donner and the entire surrounding area have several exciting events that shouldn’t be missed this summer.

day evening through Sept. 4. 3. Lake Tahoe Shakespeare

Festival in Incline Village

the Green at Tahoe Donner, July 2-3 (see page 4 for

9. 35th Annual Donner Lake

Triathlon, July 23-25. Visit

a variety of nights in July and

donnerlaketri.com for details.

August. Visit laketahoeshakespeare.com for details.

10. Fourth Annual Lake Tahoe

Dance Festival in Tahoe City, July 27-29. Visit laketahoedancefestival.org for details. 11. Glow Golf at Tahoe Donner Golf Course, July 30. Visit

details); Independence Day

tahoedonner.com/golf/events

parade in historic downtown

for details.

Truckee on July 4; complimentary shuttle service from

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Truckee High School to the Beach Club Marina, July 1-4.

truckee_7_16.html for details.

with performances offered on

1. 4th of July festivities in Truckee: Summer Concert on

22-24. See tbcashows.info/

trian events for details. 5. Free Truckee Tahoe Airshow

& Family Festival, July 9. Visit truckeetahoeairshow.com for details. 6. Wanderlust Yoga Festival at

in Tahoe City, Aug. 19-21 and Aug. 26-28. Visit pacificfinearts.com/2016-show-schedule for details. 17. 42nd Annual Truckee Pro

Rodeo at McIver Arena on Aug. 27-28. Visit truckeerodeo. org for details. 18. Lake Tahoe Triathlon, Aug. 27-28. Visit laketahoetri.com/

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Squaw Valley, July 14-17. Visit wanderlust.com/festivals/ squaw-valley for details. 7. Rock climbing adventures

for details. 12. Second Annual Sierra Crest

50K Ultra Run in Tahoe Donner and Truckee on Aug. 6. Visit auburnskiclub.com/summer-fun-runs/sierra-crest-50k

18. Visit trailsandvistas.org/ tickets.html for details.

Free afternoon rides for women in Tahoe Donner, Aug. 9, Aug. 23 and Sept. 6. Visit tahoedonner.com/bikeworks/

offered on select Saturdays in

group-rides for details.

Sept. 2; at Alder Creek Adven-

July and August. See tahoe-

ture Center in Tahoe Donner

donner.com/rec-programs/

every Saturday night through

rock-climbing for details.

Antiques Show, July

and Vistas on Sept. 10 and Sept

13. Free Bike-Like-A-Girl rides

through Tahoe Donner,

8. 42nd Annual Truckee

20. Art Hikes through Trails

for details.

every Friday night through

Beach in Tahoe City each Sun-

16. Pacific Fine Arts Festivals

events/annual-events/lake-

Beach State Regional Area

Aug. 27; and at Commons

funk-fest for details.

9-11. Visit gotahoenorth.com/

Visit tahoedonner.com/eques-

day through Aug. 26; at Kings

things-do/brews-jazz-and-

Autumn Food & Wine Festival at Northstar, Sept.

Tahoe Donner Equestrian

for adults age 21 and older.

Amphitheater every Wednes-

Visit squawalpine.com/events-

19. 31st Annual Lake Tahoe

4. Cowgirls and Cocktails at

day nights in July and August

River Regional Park

at Squaw Valley, Aug. 13-14.

event-info for details.

Center, offered on select Fri-

2. Free live music at Truckee

15. Brews, Jazz and Funk Fest

14. Cardboard Regatta at Tahoe Donner’s Beach Club Marina, Aug. 13. Visit tahoedonner. com/beach-club/events for details.

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MEET GENERAL MANAGER, ROBB ETNYRE BY GRETCHEN SPROEHNLE With a passion for uniting his team to achieve a common goal of accomplishment and excellence, General Manager Robb Etnyre is at the core a family guy. And those family values – respect, admiration, and high moral values, among others — translate through to his day-to-day work ethic here at Tahoe Donner. Add in the strategic planning skills, training and discipline gleaned from his military background, and it’s easy to see that Etnyre specializes in strong leadership. Etnyre was hired as general manager in 2009 following his 20-year career with the U.S. Marine Corps. As a retired Marine Lieutenant Colonel, he brought with him broad experience in organizational leadership, training, and international relations involving complex organizations, local and state requirements, national operations, international programs, and government authorities. “I had a pretty interesting mixture of jobs including leading infantry units, teaching at the Naval Academy, and being the Marine and Naval Attaché to Vietnam,” Etnyre explained. “All were diverse and unique opportunities that I truly enjoyed.” With this broad and varied skillset, and knowing he wanted to be involved in resort and community management, Etnyre turned to the mountains. His last four years in the Marine Corps were spent at the Mountain Warfare Training Center in Bridgeport, Calif., a close-knit mountain town. The main draw to Tahoe Donner following his military retirement was this same small-town atmosphere. “A small mountain community is exactly where I wanted to raise my four children,” Etnyre said. As general manager for Tahoe Donner Association, Etnyre is responsible for both resort and homeowner operations with a $21 million annual budget. He leads a full-time team of 65 employees, with an additional 700 seasonal team members. “Large scale homeowner association resort management is an amazing unique entity in

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the U.S., and I'm extremely proud of the successful track record our boards, committees, and staff team have produced these last seven years,” Etnyre said, noting that Tahoe Donner Association won the local chamber’s “Best Large Business of the Year” award in 2013 as well as the “Best Place to Work” award in 2014. It does not, however, come without inherent challenges. “Synthesizing a wide variety of information across multiple industries and diverse community member interests, and translating that into meaningful service offerings and positive results that are within budget can be challenging,” Etnyre noted. “Then, communicating that in a meaningful way to our members, community, and team is not always easy.” Etnyre’s passions also extend to the community. “Being able to integrate into the community beyond work has been tremendously rewarding personally,” Etnyre said. He is on the board of directors for the California Ski Industries Association and the California Association of Community Managers, and is a past board member of the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce. He serves on Tahoe Forest Hospital’s Orthopedic Advisory Council, and he is also involved in the founders’ group of the Truckee Place-Based Marketing Initiative, which recently unveiled the new branding and logo for Truckee (“Basecamp for a Big Life”). “I was also privileged to be invited to be the guest speaker at the Town of Truckee veteran’s ceremony this past year.” Perhaps the biggest privilege of all, however, is sharing his passion for this community on a day-to-day basis. “Working with great team members, wonderful volunteers on our committees, and a passionate community of outdoor enthusiasts is very rewarding and motivates me daily,” Etnyre said. When asked for his philosophy on a healthy lifestyle, Etnyre responded, “Surround yourself with positive people who help you achieve your goals.” Words to live by to be sure.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA! There’s plenty to do here in Truckee, starting with the traditional 4th of July parade, but fireworks shows and events are happening all around the region. Below is a guide to those closest to Tahoe Donner.

JULY 2 •

Tahoe Donner Summer Concert on the Green (see page 4).

JULY 3 • • •

Tahoe Donner Summer Concert on the Green (see page 4). Kings Beach fireworks and beach party 4 – 10 p.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Kings Beach State Recreation Area Fireworks display in Squaw Valley, 9:15 p.m.

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Run to the Beach Lake Tahoe 5k & 10k, 8 a.m. North Tahoe Regional Park $50 - $60. tahoetrailrunning.com/trail-runs/run-tothe-beach/ Truckee Fire Protection District’s 18th annual Pancake Breakfast, 7 – 10 a.m. at Truckee Fire Station 92. Adults $7; children $5. Firecracker Mile, 9:30 a.m. before the Truckee parade, $10 - $30. truckeefunrun.com Truckee 4th of July Parade, 10 a.m. truckee.com/explore/events/ Truckee Fireworks, 9 p.m. truckee.com/explore/events/ Tahoe City Fireworks, 9 p.m. Commons Beach. visittahoecity.org/ events/ South Lake Tahoe Fireworks, 9:45 p.m. tahoesouth.com/events/

WILD FIRE AWARENESS Reminder: Tahoe Donner’s covenants rules state that the use or bearing of fireworks is prohibited on any common area or other association-owned property. Please be aware of fire safety; even with the increased precipitation last winter, we are still experiencing drought conditions.

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Cowgirls and Cocktails, July 1 and July 29 Cowgirls and cowboys are invited to gather

it's quickly becoming a new trend across the

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"hole" course on the driving range. No clubs

and forests and then relax afterward, nibble

needed, but don't forget your soccer balls. You

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can play twice if you wish! Please, no soccer

wine. It’s a great way to kick off the weekend.

cleats. Don't miss this fun family event. A food

This event is for adults ages 21 and up. Reser-

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carte purchases.

If you can’t make it July 1 or July 29, this

COST: $8 PER ADULT, $5 PER CHILD; SIGN

Aug. 19, Sept. 2 and Sept. 23. This event often

UP VIA THE PRO SHOP, 530-587-9443.

sells out, so don’t delay! TIMES: TRAIL RIDES ARE FROM 5-6 P.M. FOLLOWED BY DRINKS AND APPETIZERS FROM 6 – 7 P.M.

Bring the family and join us for dinner at the T-9 Grill, then head out for our putting and closest to pin contests. We'll supply the glow

Private Family Euer Valley Dinner

your admission. Sorry, no carts.

Come join us for a premiere horseback The evening includes a ride into the beautiful

mushrooms, cheddar, Swiss and blue cheeses,

Euer Valley where you will tie up the horses

avocado, pineapple, chili, and veggies. Baked

to enjoy a catered cowboy dinner in one of

beans, salads, cake or pie and campfire s’mores

the most scenic spots in the Tahoe area. The

round out the menu. Reservations are required

ride and dinner are from 3:30 – 6 p.m. for up

with a 72-hour cancellation policy.

to 6 people. This event is offered by reserva-

COST: AGES 13 AND UP: MEMBERS $34, GUESTS $39, PUBLIC $45; AGES 7 – 12: MEMBERS $17, GUESTS $20, PUBLIC $25; AGES 3 – 6: $10; AGES 2 AND UNDER: FREE

Glow Golf – July 30

COST: MEMBERS $55, NON-MEMBERS $65; MEMBERS WITH OWN HORSE $30, NON-MEMBERS WITH OWN HORSE $35

from our extensive topping bar: bacon, sautéed

TIME: 5 – 7:30 P.M.

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event is so popular, it will be offered again on

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one more Saturday Night BBQ on Aug. 6.

It's a cross between soccer and golf and

for an early evening trail ride followed by beer,

order and personalized with your favorites

If you can’t make it July 16, we’ll be hosting

TD Soccer Golf - July 6

golf balls and we’ll have prizes for the winners! Dinner, golf, and prizes included with TIME: CHECK IN BETWEEN 6 – 7 P.M. AND THEN ENJOY COMPLIMENTARY DINNER. EVERY ADMISSION INCLUDES A CHOICE BETWEEN A BURGER OR HOT DOG WITH CHIPS AND A SODA. ALCOHOL WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.

Putting and chipping contest will take place between 7 – 8 p.m.; Glow Golf begins at 8:30 p.m.

tion only. Please call for availability and more information. As one final reminder, we offer boarding. Come check out Phase 2 of our new Equestrian Campus!

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WEEKLY EVENTS Friday Family Movie Night* Bring a favorite pillow and blanket to Northwoods Clubhouse, kick the feet up, and enjoy both classic and new movies. Movie nights begin at 6:30 p.m. and the films are rated G and PG. Please call Member Services at 530-587-9400 to find out what’s playing. DAY/TIME: FRIDAYS, 6:30 P.M.

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immersion program. Our flexible program

Summer Concert on the Green. For more

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tennis at a time that fits your busy summer

see page 4. Additionally, on July 4, we will

work as they battle it out on the court for

schedule. The best part of the program is that

have modified hours of 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.

your viewing pleasure. Pro exhibitions are

you only pay for the time they play. Call to

sponsored by the Tennis Club and are free to

on-site childcare service, would like to intro-

everyone.

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HOURLY COST: MEMBER $12, GUESTS $14

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Breakfast at Wimbledon - Sunday, July 10 Your presence is requested, wearing your Wimbledon whites (or pajamas) as together we shall share a spot of tea, strawberries and cream, and scones whilst we watch Wimbledon amongst our club’s tennis enthusiasts!

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Kid’s Club is open seven days from 9 a.m. –

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For more information on all events and

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first Friday (July 1) and third Saturday (July

tahoedonner.com/tennis, call 530-587-9474,

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and a bedtime story with cookies and milk. New to Tahoe Donner or the Trout Creek Recreation Center? If so, join us for our July 29 from 4 – 6 p.m. Participants will spend time with a certified personal trainer who will orient you to the use and tips of our cardio and weight equipment. You will also enjoy a tour by a facility manger and an introduction to our varied Trout Creek programs. Please call 530587-9437 to reserve your spot at least 24 hours

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quarterly New Member Gym Orientation on

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SIERRA CREST 50-KM/30-KM ULTRA RUNS AND 15-KM FUN RUN, AUG. 6 The second annual Ultra Run

teams of four were put together by the pro

50-km/30-km races start at the Alder

shop and participated in a "shamble" compe-

Creek Adventure Center and finish at

tition format. This annual event provides the

the Auburn Ski Club Training Center

opportunity to meet new members and renew

on Donner Summit.

friendships from last season. This event will also benefit the Tahoe

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starts and finishes at the Alder Creek

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Adventure Center following the Euer

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the NCGA Net Amateur Qualifier on Saturday,

Valley leg of the 50-km course.

to the Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe.

July 23 and the Father/Son or Junior/ Senior

For more information, see page 18. We sin-

on Saturday, July 30.

cerely hope you will join us for a fun weekend!

Friends of Tahoe Donner Trails Club The Trails Club is delighted to announce that the Weed Warriors from the Truckee River Watershed Council will return on Aug. 6 to conduct another educational, invasive weed walk right here in Tahoe Donner. This will be the fourth year in a row that we've hosted this event, and we hope this year's walk will be the biggest and best yet. Through workshops and weed pulls, the Trails Club has already helped scores of Tahoe Donner residents develop a weed spotter’s trained and practiced eye. But with over 7,000 acres to cover, we need all the help we can get. If you stroll the neighborhoods or travel the

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TD Women’s Golf Club Welcome new members Cori Bertucio, Mary Ellen Clifford, Denise Hallisey, Beverly Holdsworth, Patty Kelly, Susan Summers-Forbess, and Tami Waddell. The Tahoe Donner Golf Course is in great shape! Please join us one time as a guest to see how fun and friendly we are. We play 18-hole rounds on Tuesdays through OctoThe Tahoe Donner Women’s

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Wednesday games are posted on ForeTees, our

active during both the ski season and in the

tdwomengolf.org. Want to join our club? Email

club’s website and on the Men's Club bulletin

summer, as we plan fun events year round.

TDWGC membership director, Bettee Palmer,

board in the hallway outside the Pro Shop.

Membership is open to alpine skiers where

at betgreg@sbcglobal.net for an application or

It is not too late to join the Men's Club.

one member of the household is at least 55

pick up one from the Member Services office

Applications are found in the pro shop and at

years old. During the ski season there are

at Northwood’s Clubhouse.

Member Services. Come join in on the fun and

two club ski days per week, and during the

friendship associated with this crazy game

summer we plan at least two club activities

called GOLF!

per month.

Tahoe Donner Women’s 9-Holer Golf Club In May, Tahoe Donner Women’s 9-Holer Golf Club enjoyed our annual Spring Kickoff Breakfast followed by golf. Now summer is in full swing and so are the 9ers. We held our President vs. Vice President match and summer luncheon on June 23 and a great time was had by all. We held our first Couples Tournament of the summer on June 20 and will have one in July and August as well. These tournaments are golf in a social setting followed by a casual dinner at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub. We are pleased to have many new members this season. If you have questions about membership, please contact our club president at mariannebowers@hotmail.com or by phone at 530-550-9079.

Tahoe Donner Senior Alpine Ski Club The Tahoe Donner Senior Alpine Ski Club (TDSASC), with about 200 members, is very

In July there are a number of great activ-

with dinner following. Sign up as a couple, a single, or invite a guest! Cost of the event

have purchased Summer Concert on the

is $20; green fees are additional. Teams will

Green tickets for Saturday, July 2, the club

be randomly selected to be balanced (so you

will have a gathering area for members. (See

probably won't be playing with your spouse

page 4 for concert information.) Bring your

or guest). Sign up online via ForeTees under

food and beverages and enjoy the concert with

events at www.tahoedonner.com/golf-login or

fellow members. On Monday, July 11 the club

call the pro shop at 530-587-9443. Questions?

will have its annual golf tournament. Fol-

Contact Bob or Kathy Moore at kathymoor4@

lowing the tournament, the club will have an

aol.com.

appetizer event in The Grotto for all members.

If you need to contact the Tahoe Donner

Finally, on Friday, July 29 we will enjoy kaya-

Women’s Club board, send an email to

king on Lake Tahoe.

tdwgclub@gmail.com.

August events include the New Member BBQ on Aug. 19, and stand up paddleboarding on Donner Lake on Friday, Aug. 12. In September, planned events include a pickleball/potluck and road biking. Please go to the the latest club updates and news.

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Open to everyone including non-members! Join us for a 4 p.m. shotgun, 9-hole scramble

ities for TDSASC members. For those who

tdski.com to check for

Upcoming Event: 9 & Dine, Aug. 7

THE LODGE RESTAURANT & PUB

Happy Hour*

12850 Northwoods Blvd. 530-587-9455 tahoedonner.com/the-lodge

plates, soups and salads in the Pub, valid Sunday

Open daily for lunch starting at 11:30 a.m. and dinner starting at 5 p.m.; Sundays for brunch from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sunday Brunch We are now serving brunch; join us from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday through Labor Day weekend. One free mimosa with brunch entrée!

No Corkage Tuesdays* Bring in a special bottle of wine from home to savor in the dining room and we’ll waive the corkage fee on Tuesdays. Not valid July 5.

Enjoy drink specials and 25 percent off shared – Thursday with hours of 4 – 6 p.m. Happy Hour is not valid June 26 – July 9.

Golfers’ Happy Hour Golfers and non-golfers alike can enjoy 25 percent off appetizers and Happy Hour drink specials in the Pub from 1 – 4 p.m. every day.

Live Music at The Lodge, July 13 and Aug. 17 Enjoy complimentary live music from 6 – 9 p.m. on July 13 and Aug. 17. On July 13, we are featuring Guitar Town. The second band for Aug. 17 will be posted on our website once confirmed at tahoedonner.com/the-lodge/events/.

11509 Northwoods Blvd 530-582-9669

Hours: Open daily for lunch and dinner daily starting at 11:30 a.m. with Northwoods Pool from 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Enjoy drink specials, $3 Coors Light, $4 seasonal draft beers and $4 house cabernet or chardonnay by the glass, plus half-price wings.

Monday Night Bingo Free! Enjoy Monday night bingo on the lawn outside Northwoods Clubhouse. See page 13 for

page 13 for details.

details.

ALDER CREEK CAFÉ AND TRAILSIDE BAR

Extended Bar Hours:

15275 Alder Crk. Rd. 530-587-9484 tahoedonner.com/aldercreekcafe

p.m. On Saturday, July 2, hours remain 11 a.m. –

Café daily from 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Happy Hour and après menu offered at Trail-

• Lunch served from 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. daily • Drinks served until at least 3 p.m. on weekdays and until at least 4 p.m. on weekends

T- 9 GRIL L

Open daily at the Beach Club Marina, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. with limited food selections through July 15.

Happy Hour*

Lunch and Bar Hours: Lunch at Alder Creek

Trout Creek again this year.

MARINA GRIL L

poolside delivery available for members to

Enjoy a movie on our big screen for FREE. See

Poolside lunch and drink service returns to

• Have you taken a Mulligan yet? A Mulligan sandwich, that is! It's our grilled specialty and a favorite year after year.

tahoedonner.com/pizza-on-the-hill

Friday Family Movie Night

NOW OPEN DAILY AT TROUT CREEK RECREATION CENTER

Breakfast and lunch served daily from first tee time - 4 p.m.

PIZZA ON THE HILL

Offered every day we are open from 5 - 6 p.m.

MARCO POLO GRIL L

Between July 1 – 9, Trailside will be open every night offering an après menu from 4 - 7

• After July 15, the Marina Grill will be fully open for hot grill items and more. • Try our delicious caprese panini or Mediterranean quinoa salad.

• Thom Ravey, July 9 • Serina Dawn, July 16 Please see our website at tahoedonner.com/

8 p.m. and on Sunday, July 3, hours are extended

alder-creek-café/ for additional artists sched-

to 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

uled to perform.

Live Music Every Saturday Night

Banquet Parties

Through August, enjoy complimentary live

Did you know you can host your very own

side on Friday and Saturdays from 4 - 7 p.m. The

music every Saturday night from 5 - 8 p.m.

party at Alder Creek Adventure Center? Contact

bar is now open every Saturday from 11 a.m. – 8

Upcoming acts include: • Green Weather, July 2

Bill Haley with group sales for full details and

p.m. and every Sunday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. too.

availability, reachable at 530-582-9643.

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*Promotions cannot be combined with any other offer or coupon and are not valid during holiday periods.

DINING OPTIONS

BULLETIN BOARD

SECOND ANNUAL SIERRA 4X4 TRAILS AND ALES The second annual Sierra 4x4 Trails and Ales event is coming to Tahoe Donner's Northwood’s Clubhouse on Saturday, July 16 from

The event is free to attend; BBQ and beverages will be sold separately. Do you have a four-wheeler? We would love

and positive environment for young people before and after school, during holidays and summer vacation. Their mission is to inspire

1 – 4 p.m. This event hosted by our club prom-

to have you enter it in the show! Owners of

all young people to realize their full potential

ises to be a fun-filled day featuring:

any four-wheel drive vehicle are invited to

as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.

• A Shine and Show for four-wheel drive vehicles with prizes for participants (show participants should be present by 12 p.m.)

enter, from totally customized rigs to off the

For more information, see TahoeDonner.

showroom stock vehicles, all are welcome.

com. We sincerely hope you will join us for a

Just go to tahoedonner.com to register. Cost is

fun weekend and a great cause!

$35 per vehicle and includes a commemorative

• Beer tasting

beer mug, a free t-shirt and more, including an

• Live music • Delicious food options including burgers, hot dogs, pizza and salads

exciting trail run for all participants on Sunday, June 17 at Bear Valley Loop Trail starting at 9 a.m. in groups of 20 to 25 leaving every

• Cornhole, archery, bocce ball, horseshoes, volleyball, a remote control jeep course for kids to enjoy, face painting and other fun activities

half hour.

• Four-wheeling related vendors

The club has been a cornerstone of the North

• A raffle for valuable prizes

Lake Tahoe/Truckee community since open-

• U.S. Forest Service representatives • Other four-wheeling clubs

This event will also benefit the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund, who will grant proceeds to the Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe.

ing its doors in 1998. Serving some 1,500 youth annually, the club provides a safe, structured

ANNUAL PHOTO CONTEST Would you like to have your photo published? We’re holding our annual photo contest for Tahoe Donner members! Grab your camera or go through your photo archives and select your best images that fit the following categories. We’ll select our favorites; winners in each of the three categories will be published in the October issue of the Tahoe Donner News and will receive a $50 gift certificate to the Lodge Restaurant & Pub.

Deadline: Sunday, September 4, 2016 Who may enter: Contest is open to all Tahoe Donner members of any age. Three Categories: Action, Nature, and People. All photos must be taken at Tahoe Donner.

Guidelines: Entrants must submit photo(s) that fit in one of the three categories. Photo must be in digital format; high resolution JPG file required. Limit five entries per person. Important: Entrants must be prepared to sign a release form for any persons appearing in photos and also to give Tahoe Donner Association usage rights to submitted images.

How to enter: Simply email your digital photo submission to comdep@tahoedonner.com. In your email, include the name of the photographer, category, date the photo was taken (approximate date OK), and a short sentence or two about the photo. If your photo is one of our top selections, we will contact you for additional information. Winners will be announced in the October edition of Tahoe Donner News.

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KEEPING IT CLEAN

NEW COMMUNITY DOG WASTE INITIATIVE Dogs come in all shapes, colors, and sizes, but they all have one thing in common. You guessed it... they all do their duty (or should we say "doodie"?) outside. Keeping it Clean (KIC) is a voluntary neighborhood initiative designed and created by residents in Tahoe Donner as a way to reduce the unsightly piles of dog waste on streets and to help reduce waste in our waterways. You can pick up a KIC magnet from SnowTech in Tahoe Donner, at 17356 Northwoods Blvd., and place the magnet on your bear box. This will allow dog walkers to place properly sealed waste bags in your bear box. Magnets are provided by SnowTech as a community service to help all residents enjoy cleaner streets and help the environment; their office hours are Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information on KIC contact the program coordinator, Christina Nemec at cnemec13@sbcglobal.net, or SnowTech at info@snowtech.net. Note: Tahoe Donner provides free biodegradable dog waste bags at major summer trailheads, at all amenities, and in Member Services as well as waste receptacles. Locations include: all amenities; Glacier Way, Teton Way, Skislope Way, Wolfgang, and Euer Valley trailheads, at the end of Alder Creek Road , Moondance Hut, and top and bottom of the Nature Loop. Tahoe Donner reminds pet owners that pet waste is their responsibility, and proper disposal of the waste bags is tantamount for keeping Tahoe Donner clean and litter free

for all. Please do not leave your pet waste bags on the trail or streets, as this is considered littering and can be enforced.

KEEPING IT CL

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BULLETIN BOARD

CAPITAL PROJECTS PROCESS: PROJECT IDEA DEVELOPMENT WE HEAR YOU – HERE’S THE EXPLANATION YOU ASKED FOR

You have questions about the capital projects process; we have answers. Your questions illustrated to the General Plan Committee (GPC) that the original flow chart needed to be more understandable, so we went right to work on a revised flow chart with that goal in mind. This revised chart (new name: Capital Projects Process) covers the first two pages (new name: Project Idea Development) which created most of your questions. The GPC will be revising the remaining four pages, as well. It’s important to note that no flow chart can include every detail. The process includes every step from initial idea to post-project review, so it can cover many years of work and countless details. The flowchart is your GPC’s attempt to capture the big picture and

IDEAS FUNNEL This is where your ideas come into the

PROJECT INFORMATION PAPERS (PIPS)

planning process, and every idea is considered.

Preliminary information is gathered

Only a few ideas make it through the series of

and documented by the director of capital

reviews to approved project status, but every

projects as the basis for review by the GPC.

idea tells your GPC and board of directors

More detailed information will be developed

about member interests.

through subsequent stages in the process. PIPs

If you submit an idea that isn’t approved at any stage in the process, you can re-submit it. Anyone can submit ideas at any time.

PRELIMINARY IDEA LIST All ideas are put on this list. It’s important to recognize that everyone’s suggestions are intended to make Tahoe Donner a better place. This list is circulated quarterly to the board of directors, GPC, and posted on

are posted on tahoedonner.com.*

PROJECT TASK FORCE (PTF) ANALYSIS After reviewing the PIPs, the GPC appoints a project task force (PTF) to gather more detailed information and provide a preliminary analysis of the many factors that impact each project. PTF members bring a variety of experience, expertise and perspective to

provide enough detail for you to understand

tahoedonner.com.

the project, and members are encouraged to

the process.

PRELIMINARY IDEA REVIEW

in this process. Email your interest to

And it is your GPC. This committee is composed of members just like you, who bring a variety of backgrounds, experience and expertise. The common ground is that we are volunteer members, who advise the board by recommending capital project investments which provide maximum benefit to all members. Your questions are always worth asking, and they are important to the GPC. You are welcome to bring questions and comments to GPC meetings (first Monday each month at 3 p.m. at Northwoods Clubhouse) or email GPC Chair Michael Sullivan at GPC@tahoedonner.com. Here’s a brief tour of the first ten steps in

This is the first review, where ideas are evaluated by the general manager and staff, the GPC chair, and the board GPC liaison. They categorize each idea into one of five categories that help sort ideas for further consideration in: 1) the next few years, 2) the next five years, 3) future years, 4) operational ideas as distinguished from capital project ideas, and 5) ideas no longer considered. This review identifies

GPC REVIEW The GPC reviews the preliminary project analyses of the PTF. Projects are approved for further consideration, sent back to the PTF, or rejected as not feasible at the present time. Members can attend GPC meetings or view GPC recommendations in GPC meeting minutes posted on tahoedonner.com.

become preliminary ideas. The preliminary

DECISION PAPER FOR CONCEPTUAL DESIGN REVIEW

idea list is posted on tahoedonner.com.*

PRELIMINARY PROJECT LIST This list of ideas that have become projects is circulated quarterly to the board of direc-

project idea development:

tors, GPC and is posted on tahoedonner.com.*

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GPC@tahoedonner.com.

some category 1 ideas that move forward to

the Capital Projects Process, which covers

volunteer their time and talents to participate

This is another step where information is gathered and documented by the director of capital projects, this time in much greater detail. Decision papers provide the board of directors with essential data necessary to

GET 20% OFF YOUR NEXT GROTTO BANQUET Available for July, August and September 2016 only, interested parties who book their next banquet in The Grotto at The Lodge Restaurant & decide whether a project will be funded for conceptual design work to proceed, go back to the GCP for more information, or be rejected

Pub will enjoy a 20 percent discount on their site fee. The Grotto is an outdoor venue at

at the present time.

The Lodge Restaurant & Pub, tucked

BOARD REVIEW

ting surrounded by trees and rocks.

For each project under consideration, the board of directors reviews decision papers, project task force analyses and GPC recommendations. The board may approve projects for funding of conceptual design, send them back for additional information or analysis, or reject them at this time. Approved projects are

away from the public in a private setWith the ability to host up to 50 guests (minimum of 30 required), The Grotto is the perfect spot for a summer banquet, luncheon, birthday party or even an anniversary celebration. Twenty percent off your site fee includes weekends and options for brunch, lunch and dinner, all based on current availability. For more information, please contact Bill Haley with group sales at 530-582-9643 or by email at bhaley@tahoedonner.com.

added to the Capital Funds Projection (CFP), which is posted on tahoedonner.com.* Members can attend board meetings or view board decisions and supporting documents in board meeting minutes posted on tahoedonner.com under Members > Committees.

WORKING TOGETHER

SUSTAINABLE SOLAR TECHNOLOGY UPDATE With successful solar array installations

boat house, it will produce 25,000 watts

at Alder Creek Adventure Center and Trout

every sunny day, equivalent to the daily

together. Your GPC is committed to inclusion

Creek Recreation Center in 2015, Tahoe

energy consumed in an average U.S. house-

and transparency, while understanding that

Donner Association aims to continue its

hold. After five years, this rebate, associ-

no decision will please everyone, all of the

investment in sustainable solar technology,

ated tax incentives, and raw energy savings

time. By working together, with good and fre-

and utilize available TDPUD rebates at the

will pay for the initial capital investment,

quent communication, our goal is to fulfill the

Beach Club Marina this summer. With a

providing Tahoe Donner Association with

GPC charter (posted on tahoedonner.com*)

new 5.88-kilowatt system mounted on the

renewable energy for decades to come.

That’s how we make progress, by working

to advise the board by recommending capital project investments which provide maximum benefit to all members. It’s worth repeating: Your input is always welcome. Put ideas into the funnel. Attend GPC and board meetings. Sign up for Tahoe Donner e-blasts. Read the Tahoe Donner News. Spend time on tahoedonner.com. Volunteer for committees and task forces. Your involvement is valuable and welcome. Talk to the GPC members. And stay tuned – the remaining pages of the Capital Projects Process flowchart are under construction.

*From tahoedonner.com, click on Members – Capital Projects – Capital Projects Spending Process.

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TIPS FROM

TENNIS TIPS

CONTROL YOUR TOSS TO CONTROL YOUR SERVE BY IAN MINDELL | DIRECTOR OF TENNIS The serve is one of the toughest shots in any sport. It requires a multi-

foot and a half above the height of your reach, this

tude of simultaneous actions that all need to happen in sync in order to

will give you just enough time to create a good leg

get the desired result: GETTING THE SERVE IN!

bend and still allow for a nice service rhythm.

There are not many sports that require you to do things above your head. The addition of the extra length the racket creates, combined with the ball toss from your non-dominant hand to an area approximately 10 feet in the air and have all of these aspects simultaneously meet at your extension point resulting in the ball going over the net and into the correct service box is called a serve… phew! Enough said? So how do we address this? It is unfortunately not a simple question. There is, however, a great place to start: the ball toss. Most of the service problems begin with an inconsistent ball toss. This leads, of course, to an inconsistent serve. The following tips should help. 1. How to hold the ball – the ball should be placed in the fingertips in order to give you the best feel for the ball leaving your hand. This will help to reduce spin on your toss as well. 2. Keep your tossing arm straight – a lot of players have a bent arm and this creates different arm lengths. We want the arm to be the same length throughout the entire toss. 3. Toss with your weight going forward This can be a big one as I tend to see the opposite happen with most players. With the weight going back as you toss it brings most ball placements too far over your head – and even if it goes forward, your weight is now on your back foot, which becomes a struggle to get to the ball. 4. Toss it about 18 inches above the height of

your reach with your racket – Some players struggle with a toss that is either too high (creating a lag in the service rhythm) or too low (creating a rushed motion). With a toss about a

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5. The toss should land about 18 inches in the court and

about six inches to either your right (right-handed) or six inches to your left (left-handed) – Go through your service motion but do not swing at the ball toss – just let it fall to the court. It should land 18 inches inside the baseline and six inches to either your left or right. You can easily measure this by setting your tennis racket down on the court in front of you, six inches to either side and placed so the racket head is inside the baseline minus the grip. Now toss the ball and let it land; it should land fairly close to the center of the tennis racket head after having tossed it to the appropriate height. As you can see this is one of the most critical elements to the serve. If you are able to master this, any of the other changes that may be necessary are a much easier fix, since you will be swinging at the same toss each time. The serve is one of the toughest shots in any sport but with the above tips hopefully you will be in control of not only your serve but the match as well. See you on the courts.

THE PROS

GOLF TIPS

COURSE MANAGEMENT BY JAMES MURTAGH | GOLF PRO Although proper mechanics are extremely important to any golfer’s success, a player’s strategy is just as important to lowering his or her score. The first thing every golfer should do is play the hole backwards in their mind, starting from the green and moving back to the tee shot.

iron off the tee for placement. Remember, you are trying to place the ball in the best position possible. If an iron does that for you, hit it! Give yourself the best chance to hit the fairway. Give these tips a try next time you play and let me know if you see any improvement in your score!

Think about the best, or safest, part of the green to try and place your ball from the approach. This will either give you the best opportunity at a birdie or allow the greatest chance of two-putting. When weighing this option, also think about the best place to miss, if you don’t hit the shot as planned. You want to give yourself the best chance of getting up and down. Make sure you have plenty of green between you and the hole. If you short side yourself, the percentage for par declines and, conversely, leads to a bigger number. Move further back to the approach shot. Where is the best spot on the hole from which to hit your approach shot? Ideally, you would like to play from the flattest area with the best angle to the pin. Do you have a favorite club or yardage that would improve your ability to hit the shot you are attempting? Do you work the golf ball one way or another? How would your ball flight effect the shot? These are the questions you must ask yourself. Finally, the proper tee shot sets everything up for the player. On every par-4 and par-5, don’t necessarily hit driver off the tee. Allow the hole’s design to dictate your course of action. If it’s a tighter hole and you don’t feel comfortable with the driver (or even the 3-wood), there is no shame in hitting an

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BULLETIN BOARD

TRUCKEE TAHOE AIRPORT HOSTING NEIGHBORHOOD TOWN HALL MEETINGS THIS SUMMER Date Monday, July 18, 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 19, 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 20, 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 1, 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3, 6 p.m.

Neighborhoods Tahoe City, North Lake Tahoe and West Shore

Meeting Location Tahoe City Public Utility District Board Room 211 Fairway Drive, Tahoe City

Sierra Meadows, Northstar, Ponderosa Palisades and

Hampton Inn

Martis Valley South

11951 Highway 267, Truckee

Tahoe Donner, Downtown Truckee, Donner Lake and others

The Lodge Restaurant & Pub 12850 Northwood Blvd, Truckee

Prosser Heights, Alder Hill, Prosser Lakeview Estates,

Community Recreation Center

Coachland, and Gray’s Crossing

8924 Donner Pass Road, Truckee

Olympic Heights, Old Greenwood, Martis Valley

Community Recreation Center

Estates and Ponderosa Fairway Estates

8924 Donner Pass Road, Truckee

Glenshire

Glenshire Clubhouse 15726 Glenshire Drive, Truckee 21, 2016

All meetings will start promptly at 6 p.m. and will last approximately one hour. To find out more, see truckeetahoeairport.com.

The Truckee Tahoe Airport District will host six neighborhood town hall meetings throughout the region this summer to share updates on airport operations, impacts on each neighborhood, and plans to address those impacts. The sessions, initiated by the Airport Community Advisory Team, will be held in July and August, presenting the latest information on airport operations and planning, and creating a forum for candid conversations about noise and other impacts specific to each neighborhood. “We want to talk to each neighborhood to share what we’re working on to try and improve noise, safety and service at the airport, and to solicit feedback,” said Hardy Bullock, director of aviation and community services at the airport. “Our hope is that we have a frank and open conversation, not only to educate the public on what we’re doing, but to get their input as well.” Topics will include the recently completed airspace study, plans for a temporary seasonal air traffic control tower, neighborhood-specific issues, and general information about the airport. The airspace study provides the district with a detailed look at air traffic at and around the airport, offering new, alternative procedures for flights to improve noise and safety. The seasonal, temporary air traffic control tower, planned for summer 2017, would give the district more control over approaching and departing aircraft, directing them to paths that could also improve safety and noise impacts. Those unable to attend the date and time for their neighborhood may attend any other scheduled meeting. For additional information, see truckeetahoeairport.com.

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TAHOE DONNER GIVING FUND

TDGF AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS BY LOIS ERMAK AND SUZANNE SULLIVAN

The Tahoe Donner Giving Fund is pleased to announce that two scholarships were awarded last month to extremely deserving high school graduates.

ADAM ALESSI Adam Alessi is an honor roll student from Forest Charter School in Truckee; he received one of the TDGF’s $2,000 scholarships earmarked for June 2016 graduates. According to Suzanne Sullivan, TDGF member, “the best introduction to Adam Alessi is the thank you note we received from him.” I cannot express enough, how much gratitude I have for entrusting to me this important scholarship. I know this scholarship will be a great factor in helping me attain my goals for the future. I am very excited to start attending Butte College next semester, and start working at becoming a paramedic, and eventually a firefighter. Your generosity will continue to push me through the next few years of my

A da m A le ss i

education, and serve as a reminder of the goodness in people, for my entire life. On behalf of myself, and my entire family, I thank you, and I thank the entire Tahoe Donner Giving Fund. Signed, Adam Alessi

ALONDRA DELGADILLO On June 10, 2016 TDGF member Lois Ermak had the privilege to meet Alondra Delgadillo at her graduation at the North Tahoe Event Center. “Alondra, a senior at Sierra High School, is a lovely determined young woman who works very hard and faces challenges head on,” Ermak said. Delgadillo will attend Sierra College in Truckee so she can be near her son and family. She is pursuing a career in the mental health field and after completing her general education courses will transfer to continue her education. The TDGF wishes both Alessi and Delgadillo much success!

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A londra Delg adillo

OPT IN FOR PAPERLESS COMMUNICATION TODAY! It’s 2016 and Tahoe Donner Association (TDA) is going green by cutting back on paper and mailing expenses. Receive TDA statements and other documents faster via electronic mail (email) and together, we’ll save trees in the process. Opting in for paperless communication is easy and takes only a few minutes. Just visit tahoedonner.com/opt-in and enroll today in paperless communication.

Visit tahoedonner.com/opt-in now to enroll

TRANQUILITY It’s why we come here. It’s why we fly here. It’s why we live here. Let’s work together to keep it this way.

BASSETT FLOORING is family owned and operated and has

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for your mountain home. Visit us and

to learn more about your local airport

explore our amazing selection at the

including the Fly Quiet Program.

Pioneer Commerce Center in Truckee. Photo by Carmel Gallery in Truckee / Calistoga

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BULLETIN BOARD

ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS MEETING SCHEDULE AND REMINDERS

Now that summer is here, please remove any remaining snow protection devices, including plywood covering windows and entrance ways.

Meeting Date:

Deadline for Plan Submittal:

July 27, 2016

July 6, 2016

August 10, 2016

July 20, 2016

August 24, 2016

August 3, 2016

Sept. 14, 2016

August 17, 2016

Sept. 28, 2016

September 3, 2016

October 12, 2016

September 21, 2016

October 26, 2016

October 5, 2016

November 16, 2016

October 19, 2016

December 14, 2016

November 18, 2016

January 11, 2017

December 21, 2016

Before storing them, please take the time to put a coat of paint or stain on them to keep them looking consistent with the rest of your house. Below is the schedule of the Architectural Standards Committee meetings for the remainder of the year and the last date that a major project can be submitted to the Architectural Standards Office (ASO) to be added to the agenda for that meeting. We notify owners of adjacent properties of all proposed major projects so that they may have the opportunity to comment on the project. For that reason, all submittals must be made at least three weeks prior to scheduled meetings so that we have enough time to send appropriate notification to your neighbors. Please remember, schedule your appointment early for a plan submittal. Please email aso@tahoedonner.com to schedule an appointment, and be sure to include your address or unit and lot, plus project description in your email.

We now offer zero down 1.99% financing on all residential solar installs 10–12 year term. Lender fees apply.

As a reminder, if you are doing any exterior work on your home,

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please give us a call prior and give us a description of the proposed work. Often, the work is “like-for-like” and a quick call or email can help us update your file with these notes. If the work changes the exterior of your house with design, material, or color changes, or if you are planning to add hardscaping to your yard, such as paved patios, rock walkways, or increasing or adding a parking pad, please contact our office for the permit application from Tahoe Donner.

GIVE YOUR HOME ENERGY INDEPENDENCE! The best time to purchase a PV solar system in Truckee is now! With tax credits, returns on investments on solar can be realized in less than 6 years.

Additionally, our staff can discuss your lot coverage calculations, the 10-foot side setback and the 20 percent rear setback requirements in relation to your proposed project. Please remind your contractor that all new exterior work requires permits from Tahoe Donner. Also, you will need to check with the Town of Truckee to see if a building permit is required.

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If you have any questions, please stop by our office, contact us at 530-587-9407 or send an email to aso@tahoedonner.com.

BULLETIN BOARD

ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS

CHANGES TO PROCEDURES AND RULES BEING REVIEWED Over the last year, the Architectural

The committee has recommended a set

Standards Committee has discussed and

of ongoing maintenance rules, which was

developed recommendations for procedural

published for member comment in the March

and rules changes. Many of these changes

Tahoe Donner News. Members have submit-

look to improve member project experience,

ted various comments in favor of and against

costs, clarification, as well as further establish

the recommended rules, all of which will be

minimum standards in the community which

provided to the board of directors for rule con-

benefit each member through sustained home

sideration at the June 24 board meeting. The

values and neighbor to neighbor experience.

March Tahoe Donner News detailed the rea-

At the May 27 board of directors meeting the

soning behind the recommendation for creat-

board reviewed and considered one of the

ing new rules including the need for definition

many recommendations being developed,

of what is a minimum maintenance standard

namely the scope of inspection in the Home-

let alone a different aesthetic standard other

owner Inspection Program.

than what is established in the Covenants and

There has always been an element of homeowner inspections at Tahoe Donner whether they are complaint based, programmatic related, or project generated. In 2013 Tahoe Donner instituted a more formal home inspection to address ongoing maintenance standards for the community. The committee and staff have reported on the strengths and weaknesses of this particular program to the board over time and have made incremental improvements over the last three years. However, the impact of the program particular to the timing of the inspections relative to snow coverage, scope, and realtor/point of sale dynamic caused the Architectural Standards Committee to agendize and discuss key elements of the program over this last year including: • Ongoing maintenance rules • Timing of inspections relative to snow coverage • Scope of inspection relative to the homeowner inspection program, projects, and complaints • Communication with customers including members, their agents, etc. as it pertains to the above • Enforcement of minimum maintenance standard and projects completed without a permit

Restrictions on new construction.

SNOW COVERAGE

property inspection • Complaint-based – full property inspection or specific • Project inspection – full property inspection regardless of project scope • Street view – occurs on a per street, per year schedule A street view inspection is what one would see if walking by the house on the edge of the street (front elevation and partial views of the side and roof). A full property inspection calls for the inspector to walk the perimeter of the house and lot, including the rear and side setbacks. The committee is of the opinion that the timing and scope of the inspections needs

The impact of having an actual winter with substantial snow on the ground made performing full property inspections impractical and inadvisable from a staff safety perspective. As such, the committee decided that a street

Serving Truckee/Lake Tahoe Residential • Commercial

view inspection was to be completed at the time of deed transfer or realtor request with a follow up full property inspection when the snow has sufficiently cleared to make the inspection feasible. Doing the winter inspection as a street view and a follow up full property inspection creates additional expense and is different than the summer inspections at deed transfer. Also, the full inspection at point of sale frequently creates substantial amounts of staff time helping the seller and realtor resolve the inspection items. The full property inspection also causes a fair amount of friction with the outgoing and incoming members.

SCOPE AND TIMING OF INSPECTIONS Up until the May 24 board meeting the timing of inspections related to Architectural Standards were: • Deed transfer – full property inspection • Homeowner/Realtor request – full

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(Continued from p. 29) to be changed, especially with regard to the Homeowner Inspection Program. This opinion is based on their discussions at committee meetings, as well as collaboration with the Tahoe Sierra Board of Realtors and membership feedback. Recommended change of the Homeowner Inspection Program timing and scope is as follows: • Deed change based inspection to street view 500+ / year with deed and realtor requests • Continue 250 street view inspections per year • Total street views: 750+

MEMBER COMMUNICATION AND ENGAGEMENT Due to the extent of changes recommended, the board of directors approved the committee to hold two town hall meetings, May 18 and 21, 2016, to discuss and hear feedback on several topics including the Homeowner Inspection Program inspection scope. The presentation and member comments can be reviewed in

member-town-hall-meetings-architectural-standards-topics/. Overall, the homeowner inspection program feedback was supportive

OTHER CHANGES BEING REVIEWED AND CONSIDERED IN THE FUTURE

of the change from a full property inspection

The committee continues to review other

to a street view inspection. There was mixed

procedures and rules in an effort to address

opinion regarding timing of the inspection,

needed updates, as well as feedback from

meaning at deed transfer or moving the pro-

members and other customers. Some of the

gram to a cycle similar to the defensible space

items include reviewing the procedures and

program. The majority of verbal feedback

requirements for minor permits and the

preferred the program be cyclical.

inspections associated with them. Addition-

After this formal member feedback, the

ally, further clarifying the site plan updating

committee reaffirmed their recommended

process and requirements relative to projects;

changes to the Homeowner Inspection

review of current fee structure again and pos-

Program to the board of directors at the May

sibly recommending changes that align with

board meeting. At that meeting the board

site inspection changes.

considered the changes, heard member input

The board of directors, Architectural

from those who attended and approved the

Standards Committee, and staff continue to

recommendation which is as follows:

encourage members to provide feedback and

HOMEOWNER INSPECTION PROGRAM CHANGES • Deed change based inspection to street view • Continue 250 street view inspections per year

attend committee meetings to hear the discussions on these items. A schedule of all association meetings can be found at the end of each board of directors meeting agendas and on tahoedonner.com/committees.

detail at tahoedonner.com/news/2016/05/02/

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BOARD MEETING RECAP FRIDAY MAY 27, 2016 I.

Executive Session Report: No Action The board reported that they met in Executive Session and discussed the following: • The board approved renewing a long term disability policy contract with Principal Financial Group for an additional cost of $204.26 / month beyond the existing budgeted amount.

presented for approval following the 2016 board of directors election. V.

Director of Finance and Accounting Report: Approved 5 – 0 The board approved the 2016 April Financials, the winter six-month financials and to post online the Frequently Asked Questions document presented by Mike Salmon.

VI.

Summer Forestry Department Update: No Action The board was provided with an update on planned 2016 summer operations for the Forestry Department, by Bill Houdyschell, forester. (Reference supporting documents, Item G). Bill notified the board that 750 properties were inspected under the Defensible Space program this year. He also noted that the Nevada County and Truckee Fire Protection District are preparing new Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPPs), of which Tahoe Donner has been involved with regarding our area specifically.

VII.

Board Meeting Broadcast Options: No Action Brinn Talbot, director of marketing, presented her findings on board meeting broadcast options. Following discussion amongst board members, staff and members, the board concluded that they would like further research done to ultimately be able to provide a live broadcast of each meeting, which can be interactive with members both through video and audio, and then be archived online for members to reference.

• The board reviewed four member appeals. • The board discussed personnel matters regarding an employee performance evaluation and associated contract. II.

Approval of Minutes: Approved 5 – 0 The board approved the April 22, 2016 regular meeting minutes and the May 2, 2016 special meeting minutes.

III.

Consent Calendar: The board approved the following items:

Approved 5 – 0

• 2016 ski area rental equipment purchase • 2016 asphalt seal-stripe at Northwoods Clubhouse and Trout Creek Recreation Center • Decision paper on groomer repair IV.

Board Communication and Formulation of Board Governance Policy: No Action The board will continue their discussion on current methods used to engage the membership, formulate board consensus and board approval in accordance with the association’s governing documents and applicable laws, including regularly scheduled monthly board meetings, executive session meetings, and the potential formulation of a board governance policy within a California homeowner association and California corporation framework. A more finalized policy will be

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VIII. General Manager’s Report: No Action Robb Etnyre, general manager updated the board on all Departments. Robb notified the board of four strategic plan goals for 2015-2020, the top major capital projects for the year and five key areas of training that the board should receive as part of the 2016 board annual training plan. A joint meeting with the GPC and the board members was planned for June 6, 2016 at the Northwoods Clubhouse. IX.

The Architectural Standards Committee reviewed the following plans during May 2016. Unit/Lot

Street Address

Square Feet Project

08/361

11788 Sitzmark Way

3167

House

09/218

11756 Brookstone Dr.

2041

House

05/453

13716 Heidi Way

1560

House

03/083

11770 Snowpeak Way

2863

House

05/264

14325 Copenhagen Dr.

1703

House

03/458

15204 Skislope Way

2307

House

11/371

14927 Swiss Lane

3823

House

Tahoe Donner Home Inspection Program: Approved 4 – 0 Rod Whitten, Chairman of the Architectural Standards Committee provided a presentation to the board on the current status of the Homeowner Inspection Program. Since the last board Meeting on April 22, 2016, three town hall meetings have been hosted to hear further member feedback. The board approved to make the discussion item and action item and approved the ASC’s recommendations to change the following: • Deed change based inspection to street view 500+ / year with deed and realtor requests • Continue 250 street view inspections per year • Total street views: 750+

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