Tahoe Donner News – December 2012

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2013 ANNUAL BUDGET REPORT

DECEMBER 2012

Table of Contents 12 16 features

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The Best Pizza in Truckee Changes at Pizza on the Hill

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Departments

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President’s Message Focusing on the year ahead

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Monthly Calendar Something for everyone

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General Manager’s Message Our strategic vision

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Capital Projects Update 2012 project review

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Let’s Get Together TD events & happenings

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Taking Care of Business Board meeting minutes

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Bulletin Board ASC meeting schedule

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Where in the World is TD News?

TD News travels the world

Skate into Winter What’s new at cross country

2012 Year in Review Highlights of Tahoe Donner events

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VOL. 13, No. 12

Welcome

December 2012 EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION STAFF Amanda Birchenough Sasha Coben Jill Oberly

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President

Tom Johns, btjtd@aol.com

Vice President

Suzan Knisley, suzylynn@mindspring.com

Secretary

Jay Lempinen, jjlempinenlost@sbcglobal.net

Treasurer

Steve Miller, stephen.m.miller@wellsfargoadvisors.com

Director

Ron Wulff, rwulff@sbcglobal.net

Board of Directors

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Tahoe Donner News (ISSN 1550-6061) is the official monthly publication of Tahoe Donner Association, which is located at 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161.

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President’s Message It is with sincere regret I announce that, for personal and family reasons, Suzy Knisley, the association’s current vice president, has submitted her resignation effective at the end of December. Over the last five and a half years, Suzy has served the association more than ably, two terms as president. The accomplishments achieved by the association during those two terms are remarkable and have changed the face of Tahoe Donner; accomplishments such as the implementation of the 2030 General Plan and especially Suzy’s involvement in purchasing the Euer Valley property. Her positive impact on Tahoe Donner is evident and she will be missed. Personally, it has been both a privilege and a pleasure working with Suzy toward the continued betterment of Tahoe Donner.

Thank you, Suzy, for your hard work and dedication to keeping Tahoe Donner a first class place to live for all of our families.

Even as we wish Suzy the best, we need to fill the open board position created by her resignation. Tahoe Donner homeowners and the board are looking for hard working candidates for this opening who want to step up and be involved in the future of Tahoe Donner.

All homeowners in good standing are eligible to run for the board. Please contact executive assistant Bonnie Watkins at (530) 587-9431 or bwatkins@tahoedonner.com to receive a “board questionnaire” to be submitted with a statement of your interest in fulfilling the remaining six months of this position. The board will consider all applicants and hope to make a final decision in December.

Included with this issue of Tahoe Donner News, you will find the 2013 Annual Budget

Report. If you haven’t already, you will also soon be receiving an invoice for the 2013 Annual Assessment. To many members, the most important aspect of these two communications is whether the amount of Annual Assessment is going up for 2013. After an exhaustive effort of identifying where costs could be cut, and where revenues other than the assessment could be increased, the short answer to that question is yes.

Your board of directors and staff, with the invaluable assistance of the Finance Committee, thoroughly explored everything from efficiencies at the operations to prudent contribution amounts for our Capital Funds in developing the 2013 Budget. Unfortunately, after a budget killing winter and four years of holding the Operating Fund without an increase, we are faced with a need to increase the Annual Assessment. Reduced revenue compared to budget expectations for our downhill ski area and cross country ski center depleted our Operating Contingency Reserves and it needs to be replenished. Additionally, after four years of increasing fixed costs associated with utilities, insurance, and fuel, et cetera, holding the Operating Fund static another year is just not possible.

The 2013 Annual Assessment established by the board is $1,505; an increase over 2012 of $130 or 9.5% percent, with $96 going to the Operating Fund and $34 to the Replacement Reserve Fund. In reviewing the financial performance of our private amenities that benefit from the Recreation Fee (Trout Creek Recreation Center, Beach Club Marina, Tennis Center and Northwoods Pool), the

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Project MANA Can Drive at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center Help us collect food for the holidays on Sunday, December 9. Bring cans and dry food in exchange for a free cross country center trail pass for the day. A good deal for a great cause!

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Opening dates & Operating Hours Opening dates: Cross Country Ski Center As soon as conditions permit

Downhill Ski Area Friday, December 7

Snowplay

Friday, December 14 Snowball Launching Contest at the Snowplay Area

Torchlight Parade at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area

Visit us at Snowplay on Friday, December 28, and try your luck at hitting our snow targets with our snowball launcher. Snowplay will be open from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

This fun event on Monday, December 31, is geared towards intermediate skiers and riders ages 10 or older who can ski or ride unassisted in the dark on our Race Course run. Sign-ups are from 4:30 – 5:45 p.m. with a chair loading time at 6:15 p.m. FREE!

Christmas HOURS: Cross Country Ski Center 12 – 5 p.m.

Downhill Ski Area 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Snowplay

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FROM THE GENERAL MANager’s Desk

As we again enter the last month of the year, I thought it would be useful to reflect on Tahoe Donner’s accomplishments for 2012, as we continue to focus on achieving our Strategic Vision: Tahoe Donner is a vibrant and desirable mountain community, with modern recreational facilities, events, programs, and leading customer service, surrounded by accessible and healthy natural resources.

Developing a vibrant and desirable mountain community can be a subjective formula; however, our board approved strategic plan, goals, and annual budget process provides for focused initiatives to continue improving this great community. This past year we have concentrated our efforts in four principal areas as identified in our strategic vision; modernize our recreational facilities, improve our events and programs, enhance our customer service, and improve our natural resources.

Modern Recreational Facilities Our 2030 General Plan and Reserve Replacement Plan are integral documents to our strategic plan, as they outline a specific strategy to reinvest in our capital infrastructure in order to modernize, improve, and in some cases completely replace our outdated and inadequate facilities. The details of the 2012 capital project achievements can be viewed on page 8 in this month’s magazine. Some of the immediately obvious results include the new wayfinding signs, replacement of the stone wall capping at Trout Creek Recreation Center, an additional bocce ball court, resurfaced tennis courts, new downhill ski lodge carpet and furniture, and new downhill and cross country groomers.

Events & Programs Events and programs were again at the forefront throughout the summer and fall. From our first place showing at the Truckee July 4th parade, our massively expanded two-day Waterpalooza event on the driving range, Euer Valley BBQ, and the well-attended Fall Harvest Festival. Additionally, we have our ever-expanding day camp registrants, youth tennis and golf programs, paddle board rentals, mountain bike rentals, and new Wibit water toys at the marina and pool, events and programs are being embraced by our membership in greater and greater numbers every season!

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Customer Service In a customer focused economy, customer service is often something you immediately notice. This year we made very deliberate efforts to raise the bar of excellence in customer service. From the post summer season survey, which directly influenced countless areas for infrastructure improvements, to our daily review of customer service comment card feedback, this is an area the entire Tahoe Donner team is committed to. We value your feedback and I would encourage all our members to take a moment and drop us a note, or fill out a customer comment card at any one of the resort facilities you frequent. Good, bad, or indifferent, your feedback is gold and directly drives action in this organization. This summer we reviewed a new record number of customer comment cards – Thank You! Accessible & Healthy Natural Resources Ensuring the association is surrounded by accessible and healthy natural resources continued to be a focus this year, resulting in the final acquisition of the 482 acre Euer Valley. In addition, a series of community meetings were held to develop a comprehensive trails master plan, which focused on quantifying and developing a long-term program for improving the 35 miles of trails within the association’s 7,000 acre boundary, while also connecting to other regional trail networks. Also, Tahoe Donner’s Forestry Department treated over 120 acres of common area for fire safety and planted in excess of 500 new conifers.

2013 Budget As noted in the annual budget report the 2013 annual assessment will increase $130. This is a result of driving fiscal conservatism into operating revenue expectations, which reduced budgeted revenues by $658,000 or $102 per property. This provides an important safeguard against further erosion of operating fund members’ equity balance from a winter as this past year presented. On the outflow side, operating costs are up 2% or $46 per property. These two combine for $146 per property, while the operating fund increase was $96 per property. The $50 reduction was achieved through favorable operating plan changes, with no decreases in service levels. The remaining $34 increase in the annual assessment went entirely to the long-term replacement reserve fund, which address the long-term replacement of over 1,500 capital components across the spectrum of the resort operations.

Year-over-year utilization growth percentages across our amenities continue to reflect the value that members, member guest, and the public place in Tahoe Donner. Following 2008, utilization of our resort offerings increased 15%, with the vast majority of that utilization coming from the membership! A few examples of this amazing three-year trend in utilization are reflected below.

Pizza on the Hill 75%

The Lodge 47%

Summer F&B 53% Snowplay 28% Marina 23%

Trout Creek 16% Key Documents There seems to be an ever growing volume of information available across almost every aspect of our lives. So, to help manage your reading list, I thought it would be useful to summarize the key documents each

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owner/member should review in order to stay engaged in their real estate investment and resort way of life here at Tahoe Donner.

Annual Review • Annual Budget Report (December Tahoe Donner News – is your annual assessment going up?)

• Annual Report (May Tahoe Donner News Independent Auditor’s Report – is the association operating in conformance with accounting principles accepted in the U.S.?)

• Voting for board candidates. (June election – the most direct way to influence the strategic guidance developed for Tahoe Donner – are we moving in the right direction? Lately only 25% of owners actually cast a ballot.)

• Summer Fun Guide – Plan your summer vacation and reserve those camp dates!

• Winter Guide – Plan your winter vacation(s) and book those ski lessons!

Weekly Review • Weekly News – keep track of the fun.

• Member News – keep track of your investment.

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays,

Robb Etnyre | General Manager

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Tahoe Donner CONTACTS Member Communications (area code 530) Member Services

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587-9431

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Contact Member Services to be transferred to other administrative departments.

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Beach Club Marina

587-9460

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Cross Country Center

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Downhill Ski Area

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Equestrian Center

587-9470

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Forestry 587-9432 forestry@tahoedonner.com Golf Course

587-9443

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The Lodge

587-9455

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Pizza On The Hill

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Recreation Info Hut

587-9413

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Tennis Center

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Trout Creek Rec. Center

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Tahoe Donner Association Committee Chairs Architectural Standards, Jason Wooley aso@tahoedonner.com Covenants, Al Noyes

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Elections, Nan Carnal

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Finance, Jeff Bonzon

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General Plan, Dick Gander

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Tahoe Donner Association Chartered Club Presidents Bridge, Diane Rowe

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Friends of TD Trails, B.R. Levine

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Rowing Club, Dot Mace

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Senior Alpine Ski, Michael Sullivan

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Tahoe Donner Green, Sue Sorensen

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Tennis, Linda Stewart

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Nordic Ski Club, Jacky Poulsen

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9-Holers, Barbara McCabe

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Mens Golf, Ralph Schindler

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Women’s Golf, Diane Kalliam

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Hiking Club, Robin Reese

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Quilt Club, Linda Brush

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE (continued from pg. 2) board found it appropriate to maintain the Recreation Fee at the 2012 level of $225. Striking the right balance between these two revenue sources presents a perennial challenge. I encourage you to spend some time reviewing the enclosed Annual Budget Report and hope that you find it informative.

As I write this letter, we are in our third day of snow for the season.

Be sure and purchase your season ski passes and be ready for the downhill ski area to open. We were actually able to open the cross country ski center on October 22 with 10 kilometers of trails; the earliest ever! As long as we have snow, we will try to keep operations going. If you haven’t tried a day at the cross country ski center, either cross country skiing or snowshoeing, I encourage you to do so; it is truly a wonderful experience at a wonderful facility.

In closing, please allow me to wish you all a very bright holiday season followed by a new year that brings much happiness. Make your reservations early for New Year’s Eve at The Lodge. Chef Lew kicks up a gourmet menu for the occasion, including such specials as surf and turf. I hope to see you there and on the slopes.

TOM JOHNS | Board President

“I encourage you to spend some time reviewing the enclosed Annual Budget Report and hope that you find it informative.”

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A letter of farewell To date, I have had the pleasure and responsibility of serving as your representative on the Tahoe Donner Board of Directors for five and a half years and as your board president twice. It has been a rewarding experience, both because of the part I have been able to play in contributing to ongoing improvements these past few years, and more importantly, the relationships I have established with our excellent staff and fellow board and committee members.

It has been a difficult decision to announce my resignation from the board, as it is entirely due to personal reasons, and not anything related to the excellent experience I have enjoyed in working with our staff and fellow board and committee members.

When you, the members gave me your vote of confidence in the past two elections, selecting me to represent you on your board of directors, I made a commitment to fulfill the goals I promised in my candidates’ statement.

I have enjoyed the reward of seeing them come to completion, or well into the process: to protect our open space and secure the Euer Valley, fiscal responsibility to understand and improve on the budget process; address our aging infrastructure; initiating a training program for members of the board in order to

develop a strong business and marketing program; and supporting the importance of strong leadership this association now requires to administrate an $18 million dollar a year corporation.

We are no longer primarily a homeowners association that began in the early years of the 1970’s, the Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing a medium sized corporation, including several businesses and restaurants, and approving the design and construction of new buildings and demolition the of old buildings that no longer meet our needs and/or require more funds to repair, remodel or expand due to the 40+ year old failing original construction.

Of the 30 years that I have enjoyed membership in Tahoe Donner Association, these past few years have been the very best and - due to the excellent leadership of our general manager, Robb Etnyre and our current professional staff, without which, none of the improvements that have taken place would been realized. The association is being run more professionally and efficiently today than all the years I can remember since I first bought my parcel in 1981. I want to assure the members that I am leaving the association in excellent hands and that I have every confidence the current Board of Directors, committee members and staff will be serving the members in the very best way possible. I encourage our members to support them in the positive direction Tahoe Donner Association is heading. I would like to point out that we have just recently been named as one of the two top family friendly ski resorts for the entire Tahoe Basin in Family Travel Magazine.

It is impossible to mention all of the people I have had the great pleasure to work with, both staff and members, but I want to extend a special thanks to those I have had the privilege to work with closely and whom have contributed much to my experience in Tahoe Donner; Tom Johns, Ron Wulff, Jim Stang, Miguel Sloane, Annie Rosenfeld, Robby McClendon, Forrest Huisman, Bill Houdyschell, Mike Peters, and especially Robb Etnyre, Mike Salmon and Bonnie Watkins.

To all our members, thank you so much for the opportunity to serve and for your support; it has been an honor.

Suzy Knisley | Board vice President

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2012 capital projects and facility imporvements update With recent and future capital investments being made at our amenities and adjacent land acquisitions during 2012, which are funded by a combination of development and reserve replacement funds, we’ve planned for and implemented the following amenity improvements as approved by the board of directors and defined by the Strategic Plan and 2030 General Plan. As a result, we continue receiving support and positive comments regarding these diverse investments, as they’re improving member experiences and overall pride of ownership within our diverse family of homeowners and their guests.

Cell Tower at the top of Eagle Rock Ski Lift Upon successfully fulfilling the necessary contractual agreements required by the Tahoe Donner Board of Directors, American Tower (the general contractor awarded to install the cell tower and acquire interested service providers) is now working with local agencies for necessary construction permits and approvals. Aiming to start construction in 2013, the tower will be modeled as a pine tree and will be strategically located west of Eagle Rock, to include a larger area of improved coverage beyond Skislope Way.

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Storage Loft addition in Marina Boat House With increased popularity in programs and equipment rentals at the Beach Club Marina, additional storage needs have been met by adding a storage loft and staircase, increasing operational storage by nearly 70%.

Bocce Court remodel at Northwoods Due to growing popularity and demand for the game of Bocce within the membership and their guests, the Bocce area was remodeled and an additional court was added.

Downhill Ski Area Parking Lot Improvement By adding a new parking lot at the downhill ski area, Tahoe Donner now offers an additional 65 parking stalls available for guest use which is a 33% increase in parking capacity. We now have a total capacity of 260 vehicles spaces on-site, an additional shuttle stop, and on-street overflow parking available during peak season. This enables us to offer our guests additional convenience and services throughout the ski season.

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Tennis Facility Remodel and new Quickstart Courts With the objective of removing the underutilized lawn and backboard area for the installation of Quickstart courts, we have successfully implemented a progressive USTA youth learning program at the Tahoe Donner Tennis Center. Additionally, the tennis facility received new exterior paint and many courts received necessary crack repair and resurfacing.

New Amenity Signage and Wayfinding

profile view of two popular ridgelines: The Sierra Crest as viewed from the Tahoe Donner Beach Club Marina and Castle Peak as viewed along the Pacific Crest Trail. The new signage is built to withstand snow removal and extreme weather conditions and designed with a combination of wood, steel and aluminum. The signage program was developed to unify one of the largest homeowner associations in the country and have the signage be a reflection of the culture and beliefs of the residents. At a cost of less than $700,000, each amenity and major intersection has been branded with signage that improves visual aesthetics, providing homeowners with increased pride, translating to sustainable property values, while also helping visitors successfully navigate to and from each amenity. Look for more updated signs next

The new signage is part of the overall effort to represent Tahoe Donner as a first-class place to live and to continue improving Tahoe Donner for future generations. The design of each sign incorporates the5.278x2.403_Layout 1 4/14/11 11:32 PM Page 1 Bassett TD Guide Ad

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spring at locations such as the Alder Creek Campground, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center, Beach Club Marina, Alder Creek and Schussing Sub-monuments, and boat storage area.

Snowplay and Driving Range improvements With increased Snowplay visitation and subsequent necessary accessible upgrades, a remodeled ticket kiosk, staircase, ramp, and driving range berming have been completed to improve summer events and winter activities.

Forestry Facility Upon acquiring the new forestry facility, located at the top of Teton Way, remodel efforts are now underway to provide accessible entrances, offices and restrooms, improve utility enclosures, update lighting and insulation, separate vehicle bays from upper storage areas as required, upgrade vehicle bays with necessary storage and support systems, and remove carpet and prepare upper rooms for secure lockable association files and storage.

Storage Barn at The Lodge With increasing homeowner popularity for special events held at The Lodge, equipment and furniture is now properly stored in an onsite and secure location. Upon approval by the board of directors as part of the 2030 General Plan, this storage barn and future storage solutions are designed to facilitate increased aesthetic and service levels to our homeowners and their guests throughout the association.

Dining and Pro Shop Improvements at The Lodge Upon direction from the board of directors and recent approvals from the Truckee Planning Commission, our general contractor and architect are working to start constructing the covered pub deck, new sun deck, pro shop and snack bar expansion, kitchen improvements, and permanent grotto bar through the winter months and into the spring of 2013 as the operation’s schedule allows.

T hank you for a fantastic 2012!

Wishing you a Happy New Year!

Maintenance Facility Remodel In an effort to reduce construction costs on a new maintenance facility, construction and remodel efforts are underway to update the offices with proper waterproofing, sufficient accessibility, and updated operation’s needs, while also relocating the forestry department, replacing perimeter fencing, and adding a vehicle carport and vehicle storage building.

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Alder Creek Nordic Center The beginning phases of facility space needs began during 2011.

Management and the General Plan committee reviewed the preliminary space needs and program requirements, and have begun to engage in membership discussion through the board of director lead monthly board meetings. In late 2012 and upon board approval, the architect and general contractor shall commence with additional Town Hall meetings to further develop schematic design and construction cost updates for a project completion date in late 2014.

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Beach Club Marina As conceived in the 2030 General Plan and approved by the board of directors, the project and improvements are designed to better accommodate the utilization of the Beach Club Marina by our membership, while also solving disability access concerns for the marina deck and upper lawn picnic area. Expansion of the upper picnic area will involve thinning the existing trees on the upper lawn in keeping with the project design and healthy forest management practices. Upon necessary approvals from the board and Town agencies, expansion of the existing upper picnic area lawn, deck area outside the snack bar and beach is scheduled to start during the spring of 2013.

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“I do this loop often for a quick ski month. Be sure to stop by and check out all the Additional Snowplay activities include: because it’s beautiful and packed with lots new improvements we made this fall upstairs • Snowshoe rentals for kids and adults. of climbing and excitement on the way in the lodge and around the ski area.

Cost $7.50 for two hours. down,” said Andrea. “Firewalker is my Now is also the time to book your lessons for • Special weekend appearances by Parker favorite trail – it’s quiet and serene and the the holiday weeks. Reservations are required the Penguin – Snowplay’s mascot. climbing kicks your butt!” and our most popular lessons will fill up fast.

• Toasty fire pits and scrumptious The Miller’s also spend time in the Euer If you don’t want to sit in traffic trying to s’mores.

Valley, near where this photo was taken. “I get to another resort on a powder day stop by Purchase your tickets at the snow shack at often catch myself in complete amazement Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area and take a the entrance of Snowplay or at the front desk that we live here (so close to Euer Valley) few turns down Skip’s Plunge – one of many of Trout Creek Recreation Center. Please keep and can visit any time we want,” Andrea powder stashes on the hill. Hope to see you on in mind that no personal sleds or tubes are said. Andrea shared that during the summer the slopes! allowed at the Tahoe Donner Snowplay area. months, she often stops for a few minutes Robert Mcclendon | Downhill Ski at the north end of the valley to listen to the ARea Manager grass in the breeze and take in the natural beauty of the region.

Don’t Miss an Event The Lodge is another place at the top of Andrea’s hit list in Tahoe Donner and she Visit tahoedonner.com to stay updated gives a “big thumbs up” for the fish tacos on the latest events and happenings. Or and a Mirror Pond draft. “We really like sign up for Weekly News and have the being able to get a good meal without having information delivered to your inbox. to drive down into town,” Andrea said.

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Ski Movie Night Join us Saturday, December 15, for a special movie night at 6:30 p.m. as we kick off an amazing snow season with a ski movie. Free for all to attend as we dream of powder this winter season. For specific movie details, please call Trout Creek Recreation Center at (530) 587-9437.

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Join us Sundays this NFL season to watch your favorite team play the evening game at 5:30 p.m. on our 150-inch big screen TV. Get your football food and beer needs from Pizza on the Hill and enjoy the game with your buddies in the gathering room. Call Pizza on the Hill at (530) 582-9669 for more details.

Trivia Night Test your knowledge every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Pizza on the Hill. See if your team will be the winner of the free pizza and bragging rights. There will be no Trivia Night on Thursday, December 27.

Full Moon Snowshoe Hikes Looking for a new activity? Take that special someone out to enjoy a night of Full Moon Snowshoeing! Our trained snowshoe guides will be ready to take you and a group out on an enchanted evening under the stars.

Cost is $7.50 per person with your own snowshoes or $15 for hike and snowshoe rental.

Kids, women’s and men’s snowshoe sizes are available along with poles. Check out the following hikes in December:

Full Moon Snowshoe Hike: Saturday, December 29, from 5:45 – 7 p.m. Meet at Trout Creek Recreation Center.

SPECIAL– New Year’s Eve Sunset Snowshoe: Monday, December 31, from 3:30– 5:15 p.m.

Please reserve your spot 24 hours in advance by calling Trout Creek Recreation Center at 530-587-9437.

Friday Family Movie Night Bring a pillow and blanket, kick your feet up and enjoy either a classic or new movie starting at 6:30 p.m. every Friday at Northwoods Clubhouse. Friday Family Movie Night movies are rated G and PG. For specific movie titles, please call Trout Creek Recreation Center at (530) 587-9437.

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You may have noticed the new buzz and friendly energy at Tahoe Donner’s Pizza on the Hill restaurant lately. A few changes including hiring Jamie Sedgwick as the manager and changing up the menu are just some of the recent improvements we hope will enhance your dining experience.

Who is the new manager?

Jamie Sedgwick grew up in San Jose and started his restaurant career as a dishwasher at pizza/sports bar named Jake’s of Saratoga. Over a ten year time span, Jamie worked every position at the restaurant from the kitchen to the front of the house. While gaining valuable skills in customer service, cooking and managing staff, he eventually rose up the ranks and became the night manager.

About six years ago Sedgwick moved to Truckee and branched out and learned to provide resort-style service as well as fine dining expertise. He worked as the assistant manager of TC’s Pub at the Village at Northstar, California, managed the bar at Gold Coast Lodge in Squaw Valley, USA and has been the floor supervisor and bartender at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub for the past four years.

“Living in beautiful Truckee and working for a great company like Tahoe Donner is a dream come true,” said Sedgwick. “I plan on staying here for a long time and will strive to make Pizza on the Hill the best pizza restaurant in town!”

As a father of a seven-year-old daughter, Sedgwick has a close connection with family-oriented dining. Coupled with over a decade of pizza restaurant skills under his belt, hiring Sedgwick to run Pizza on the Hill was a natural fit.

We hope you will stop by Pizza on the Hill to check out the new menu and say hello to the new team!

Pizza on the Hill is open Thursday – Monday from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Pizza on the Hill will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

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New December menu items Try out brand New Sandwich Options served with french fries or onion rings: • Tri-tip sandwich: Grilled tri-tip with sautéed onions and mushrooms, blue cheese crumble, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on a toasted roll • Grilled chicken breast sandwich: Chicken breast grilled with a hint of garlic, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise • Chicken parmesan: Crispy chicken strips on a toasted roll smothered in marinara sauce and melted cheese • Meatball-Sub: Italian meatballs on a toasted roll, smothered in marinara sauce and melted cheese • Buffalo chicken sandwich: Crispy chicken strips dipped in spicy buffalo sauce, served on a toasted roll with blue cheese crumble, red onion, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise • Hot link sandwich: Spicy Louisiana sausage served on a toasted roll with a choice of Swiss or Cheddar cheese, red onion, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise and mustard Additional Salad Options: • Southwest chicken salad • Thai chicken salad

December promotions

In an effort to provide healthier options for Pizza on the Hill, we’ve expanded the salad bar and added two new specialty salads to the menu. The grilled chicken breast sandwich is our new healthier sandwich and we will also be adding gluten-free options.

Half price cheese, veggie and pepperoni pizzas all night long!

Deal is valid for dine-in or carry-out, plus top it off with $10 pitchers while watching the game on our big HD screen. Offer valid all night long during game nights!

Pizza on the Hill Happy Hour Enjoy specials from 5 – 6 p.m., every day. Stop by after work to catch up with friends, grab a quick drink and a bite to eat. Enjoy $2 drafts and other drink specials.

Thursday Night Trivia Stop by starting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays for Trivia Night.

Topics vary week to week and the weekly winning team wins a free pizza and bragging rights! Please note there will be no trivia on December 27.

Sunday Half Price Pizza Hour A family favorite - order a cheese, pepperoni, or veggie pizza for half price from 5 – 6 p.m. on Sundays. Offer valid for take-out only, limit 10. Call (530) 582-9669 to place your order.

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You may or may not be aware of the recent management change at the cross country ski center.

JoJo Toeppner has moved on from our center to another opportunity. We thank JoJo for her many years of service to Tahoe Donner and wish her the best of luck. We do intend to fill JoJo’s role very soon, but our primary concern is to find the right individual who will be able to execute and further evolve our vision of the cross country ski center in the years to come.

With fall flying by we have been busy with preparations for the upcoming season. Following you will find an few of the goals and programs that we will be focusing on as we head into 2013.

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Grooming Critical to the Nordic experience is the quality of surface on which to ski. We are committed to refocus energy and resources to ensure the best available surface on the largest amount of trail as possible. This means a grooming plan that is consistent for the significant categories of conditions so users know what to expect on any given day.

Integral to this effort is resources, and Tahoe Donner is clearly ready to commit the necessary resources to provide the best possible surface for our customers. The Ginzu groomer and roller we procured this fall has already reaped dividends with a week of groomed trail for our season pass holders in October on 16 inches of snow. When we do finally receive

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Host a party, ski for free!

Sally Jones brings passion and experience to Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center Sally Jones comes to Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center from her most recent position as Nordic Program Director for Auburn Ski Club Associates. Sally is a PSIA Level 3 instructor in cross country and downhill skiing and is a current board member of the Far West Nordic Ski Association. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Outdoor Recreation from Bedford College in England.

At Auburn Ski Club, Sally was responsible for all aspects of Nordic programs and events including visioning, budgeting, fundraising, and implementing programs and events.

Uniquely, this is not Sally’s first time as a Tahoe Donner Cross County Center employee. She worked as the Ski School Director from 1991-1995 where she was responsible for employing, training and managing instructors as well as coordinating lessons and clinics.

Sally looks forward to the season ahead and is excited to elevate the Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center to the highest standards of service and offer an excellent ski experience.

Book a holiday party at The Lodge Restaurant and Pub and receive a complimentary ski voucher for every attendee to Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area or Cross Country Ski Center.

Restrictions apply.

Contact group sales at (530) 582-9643 or groupsales@tahoedonner.com for details.

the traditional huge Sierra snow storm, we will be grooming trails with our brand new Pisten Bully Nordic 400 groomer. This machine is the latest and greatest equipment for creating a ski surface and includes a completely integrated, factory built track setting system that is not an aftermarket add-on. Of course the machine alone does not guarantee a perfect surface, therefore we will be instituting a feedback system so our operators can continually improve their technique in changeable conditions in an effort for maximum consistency.

Programs We are extremely excited to develop several new program opportunities. Concepts that we are working on include more skill specific clinics, free introductory clinics, expanded youth ski team programs, improved support of our local middle school and high school teams, and expanded night skiing to name a few. Of course to develop and introduce these program will take time and resources so we will be hiring a Ski School Director who will not only oversee the development and execution of these concepts, but will also bring their own concepts to the table.

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1. Tahoe Donner Downhill is known as the best place to begin in the Tahoe region for just this reason.

It’s the perfect place to bring the kids to have some fun.

2. Characters built by homeowners and employees lined up at the start of the annual Downhill Dummy event.

3. Kids enjoy skiing and having fun at the at the annual Glow Stick Parade and Carnival at the downhill ski area.

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2. A snowboarder shows his style at the Downhill Dummy Contest and Rail Jam in April.

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2. Sam Bush put on an amazing show at the Summer Concert on the Green in July.

3. Saturday Night BBQs at the equestrian center are a huge hit with the kids.

4. The beach club marina hosted many great events including the

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2. 700 pumpkins were purchased for Fall Festival and everyone had an amazing time wandering through the pumpkin patch.

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Jump into 2013 at trout creek 2013 Weight Loss Challenge

2013 is quickly approaching and likely you are beginning to think about your goals for the coming New Year! Well, Trout Creek Recreation Center wants to be a part of helping our members reach those goals. In 2013 we will be offering some exciting new programs and incentives to keep you active, healthy, and on track to make 2013 your best year ever. Join us this year and together we can make it happen!

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Some of us tell ourselves every year… “this will be the year that I achieve my healthy weight”. Well, together let’s make 2013 that year!

The 2013 Trout Creek Weight Loss Challenge will be a FREE opportunity for you to join others in a friendly competition to reach your weight loss goals. The program will begin February 1, 2013 and last for 12 weeks. If you are interested in participating we will have a kick-off, sign-up, weigh-in, and before picture party on Wednesday, January 30, at 5:30 p.m. We will have a guest lecture on the 12-Steps of Weight Loss Success and introduce participants to the many opportunities that Trout Creek Recreation Center has to contribute to your success. For participants who can’t make the kick-off party you may join the challenge by signing up at the front desk any time before February 1, 2013.

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Throughout the 12 weeks, we will provide special educational opportunities (nominal fees will apply) for challengers to gain knowledge, motivation, and resources to overcome plateaus and maintain their weight loss. Weekly weigh-ins will be available to track your progress.

At the culmination of the 12 week challenge, prizes will be awarded to the participant who has lost the greatest number of pounds and the participant who has lost the greatest percent of body weight. Every participant that loses 10% of his/her body weight will receive a Trout Creek Weight Loss Challenge t-shirt. Together we can do it. Join the challenge today!

Century Club Challenge Are you a frequent user of Trout Creek? If so, you need to join the Century Club Challenge. If you visit Trout Creek one hundred times by September 30, 2013, you will be made an honorary member of the Trout Creek Century Club and receive a Trout Creek Century Club t-shirt. We will celebrate our Centurions with a Century Club Celebration in October of 2013 where we will unveil the Century Club Hall of Fame and reward our Super Centurions (150 visits), Mega Centurions (200 visits), and of course, the Centurion who has the greatest number of visits to Trout Creek. Throughout the challenge period we will be offering minichallenges to keep our Centurions motivated and committed – how many laps can you swim in a month, how many miles can you log on a treadmill, how many fitness classes can you attend? Mini-challenge winners will of course be recognized at our Century Club Celebration.

To join the challenge, you may sign up at the front desk anytime or email us at troutcreek@tahoedonner.com.

take a class Our professional instructors have developed a schedule of fitness classes that cater to all ages, abilities and fitness levels.

We continually update our classes. View a full schedule online at tahoedonner.com/fitness/classes. Current fitness classes and programs include: • Adult Swim Club • Cardio Cross Training • Core Strength and Balance • Line Dancing for Everyone • Pilates Mat Class • Spinning • Qi Gong Stretch & Meditation • Spin & Sculpt • Yin Yoga • Yoga for Structural Integrity • Zumba

Join the Challenge Make 2013 the year you made it happen! For more details and to keep informed go to tahoedonner.com/fitness.

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Events The event calendar has always been filled with special events and activities, and these will continue, however, we will take advantage of new and exciting events as they present themselves.

New this season will be our participation in Winter Trails Day. Winter Trails Day is a national event designed to introduce people to winter trail activities such as snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center will be teaming up with REI on January 12 to host a day of demos, clinics, educational outreach, music, food and fun. This activity is anticipated to introduce 200–300+ new participants to our winter sports. The event will begin at 11 a.m. and end at 3 p.m. and all demos and clinics during this time are free – some will even be taught by members of the Victorian Junior Cross Country Ski Team from Australia. In addition, trail passes for the day will be sold for the optional donation of $5 with all proceeds benefitting the high school and middle school cross country ski teams. Be sure to put this event on your calendar as it will be an absolute blast.

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“The passion for our winter trails is what we want to share with you this winter.”

Another major event for this season will be the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association 2013 SuperTour Finals and Distance National Championships, scheduled for April 2 – 11, 2013. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center is proud to be working with Far West Nordic to bring this event to our region, and we will be hosting five of the six races, including the National Finals for the 30k/50k. Be sure to come out and check out the top national and potentially international skiers compete on the same trails you skied all season. More details for this event will be posted on the website as soon as they become available.

With several returning staff members, and a few new ones, you can count on the same great food and excellent service from the cross country ski center staff. The passion for our winter trails is what we want to share with you this winter, so please be sure to schedule a trip or two to the Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center to spend the day in the fresh air with amazing scenery. You too will soon share our passion. See you on the trails.

Miguel Sloane Director of Operations

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winter is for everyone The Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area has long been known as “The Best Place to Begin.” This winter, we’re actively taking steps to include a few new people in the fun. Tahoe Donner will be offering lessons specifically tailored to students with cognitive disabilities. There are more and more students in these adaptive ski lessons throughout the nation every year.

Through a partnership with PSIA-W, the Professional Ski Instructors of America, Western Division, we are providing specialized training to six of our best instructors in teaching adaptive ski lessons. This way, we will be providing the most current teaching methods to our adaptive students. Utilizing special training and equipment, we can more effectively teach students diagnosed with autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, Down syndrome, developmental delays, critical illnesses, and many other situations.

The training will be provided by a clinician from the PSIA-W Adaptive Committee who specializes in these unique, but very important lessons. Both on-snow and indoor training will be provided to give our instructors a wide knowledge base to better meet the needs of our guests at the resort. The main topics of the training will include: • • • • • •

Modifying lessons and teaching styles for students with cognitive disabilities Practicing assists for your students Studying various types of cognitive disabilities Assessing your student’s abilities Example lessons on the snow Safety in the lessons

At the Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center, we also cater to adaptive students. We have two Nordic Sit-Skis which allow us to offer adaptive lessons in Nordic skiing to some physically disabled students.

These special skis allow someone who cannot stand on traditional cross country skis to get out and enjoy the trails we have at our resort. While some adaptive students stay near the lodge, we’ve had others get all the way out into the Euer Valley.

Private lessons are available at both the downhill and cross country ski areas for disabled students. The instructor will work one-on-one with their student, occasionally using a second instructor to assist if needed. Please feel free to give us a call at (530) 587-9444 for the downhill ski area or (530) 587-9484 for the cross country ski center.

We’d love to answer any questions you might have.

David Walker | Tahoe Donner Ski School director

Give us a Call The Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area staff is always willing to assist with questions about our lessons and programs including how best to prepare for your first time on skis. Book a lesson online at tahoedonner.com/shop or call us at (530) 587-9444.

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Taking Care of Business Regular Board Meeting MINUTES Summary Meet our team of professionals.

Six loan officers and over 25 years of local lending experience.

Downtown Truckee:

10098 Jibboom St. - 530.587.3277 www.SierraMountainMortgage.com Toll Free Phone: 800.346.6733 Real Estate Broker California Dept. of Real Estate License #01135568 NMLS #277036

serving truckee/lake tahoe Residential • Commercial

October 20, 2012 • Consent Calendar: Approved 5-0 TDA Women’s 9-Holers Golf Club Bylaw Revisions • Golf Course Monument Sign: Consensus The board approved modifications to this new sign.

• Treasurer’s Report: No Action Treasurer Steve Miller provided the board with a report on the status of the association’s investment funds.

• Director of Finance & Accounting Report: Approved 5-0 The board approved the Preliminary September 2012 Financials.

• New Machinery & Equipment Fund Policy Resolution: Approved 5-0 The board revised and approved this new policy • Replacement Reserve Fund Policy Resolution: No Action The board discussed possible revisions to this policy.

• Euer Valley Resolution: No Action Discussion took place regarding the development of a formal resolution regarding the Euer Valley; to include uses, accesses, and a review of the new rules as it may pertain to the proposed resolution.

Quality Workmanship Cleanliness & Customer satisfaCtion interior and exterior specializing in staining Wood restoration superior finish painting remodels and new Construction

530.550.7938

po Box 1107, truckee, Ca 96162 BONDED & INSURED • CA LIC #764916

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• Alder Creek Nordic Center: No Action Discussion took place regarding the schedule for design and construction of this facility.

• Organizational Communication Program: Approved 5-0 The board approved proceeding with an “Organizational Communication” training with the following participants: board, general manager, senior staff, and committee chairs.

This training will consist of a series of interviews, meetings, and discussions facilitated by organizational consultant, Kristen Jacobsen.

These summaries are intended for general information purposes only. The minutes are available at tahoedonner.com, upon request in the General Manager’s office or by calling (530) 587-9431. A copy of the minutes and current agenda are posted outside the Member Services Office in Northwoods Clubhouse.

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Bulletin Board

As an early reminder, Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal Company will pick up Christmas trees in front of your house on January 15, 2013.

All trees and branches must be cut into pieces that are a maximum of three-feet long and all ornaments, lights, stands, garland, tinsel, flocking, and other material must be removed. If you miss that date, put the tree in your back yard and in the spring take advantage of the Forestry Department’s Chipping Program. Trees will not be picked up from the corner of Slalom Way and Northwoods Boulevard. If you have any questions about the program, please call the Forestry Department at (530)587-9432.

If you are doing exterior insurance work on your home due to winter damage from last season, please call our office and give us a description of the work to be done. Oftentimes the work is “like-for-like” and a quick call can help us update your file with these notes. If the work changes the exterior with material or color changes, please contact our office to see if a permit is required from Tahoe Donner. Remind your contractor that all new exterior work requires permits from both Tahoe Donner and the Town of Truckee.

Below is the schedule of Architectural Standards Committee meetings for the first half of 2013, and the last date that a plan can be submitted to the Architectural Standards Office to be on the agenda for that meeting. As a reminder, if you want to make any changes to the outside of your house or to any other structure on your property, including adding a fence, you must have a permit. We notify owners of adjacent properties of proposed projects so that they may have the opportunity to comment. 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 that you must make an appointment for a plan submittal. We are not able to accommodate drop-ins, as there is up-front work to be done before you submit your plans. Please call (530) 587-9407 to schedule an appointment.

Meeting Dates: Deadlines for Submittal: Wednesday, January 9 Wednesday, December 19, 2012 Wednesday, January 30 Wednesday, January 9 Wednesday, February 13 Wednesday, January 23 Wednesday, February 27 Wednesday, February 6 Wednesday, March 6 Wednesday, February 13 Wednesday, March 27 Wednesday, March 6 Wednesday, April 10 Wednesday, March 20 Wednesday, April 24 Wednesday, April 3 Wednesday, May 15 Wednesday, April 24 Wednesday, May 29 Wednesday, May 8 Wednesday, June 5 Wednesday, May 15 Wednesday, June 19 Wednesday, May 29

Enid Longo | Architectural Standards Office

Homes On the Rise The Architectural Standards Committee reviewed the following plans in October 2012.

Unit/Lot 08/211 06/408

Street Address 13984 Skiview Lp 12240 Skislope Wy

Square Ft. 2,604 800

Project House Addition

DRE#01908304

Opening Doors To Truckee, Tahoe & The Sierra Since 1980!

11748 Mougle Lane

SOLD for $97,000 11867 Brookstone Drive

Offered at $495,000

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0.33 Acres

11649 Bennett Flat Road

Near Level Lot Backs to Greenbelt Lower TD Location

4 Bedrooms

SOLD for $699,000 12403 Muhlebah Way

4 Bathrooms 2175 +/-Square Feet Level Lot & Greenbelt

(530) 587-8574

Offered at $729,900

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4 Bedrooms

16383 Skislpe Way

3 Bathrooms 2563 +/-Square Feet Majestic Setting

3 Bedrooms

SOLD for $1,000,000 12410 Skislope Way

2.5 Bathrooms 2690 +/-Square Feet Backs to Greenbelt

www.TheSharpTeam.com

Offered at $899,900

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5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3371 +/- Square Feet SOLD in 5 Days

4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3098 +/-Square Feet 0.68 Acres

(800) 771-7427

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Email your “Where in the World� photos to: comdep@tahoedonner.com. Please submit only .jpeg of 300 dpi or higher for printing. Photos must include a copy of TD News. Please list the names of everyone in the picture, where and when it was taken, and a short description of your captured experience.

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