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During the month of July we are pleased to match any donations made to the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund up to $2,500. Additionally, Elements’ annual support as the Giving Fund’s Founding Partner helps to cover its administrative costs, allowing all of its contributions to go directly to grant making.
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INSIDE THE REPORT:
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Tahoe Donner Briefs
ASSOCIATION UPDATES
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Message from the General Manager
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THE BUZZ:
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EVENTS, DINING + UPDATES
Key Rules and Courtesies
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TRAIL SYSTEM UPDATE
Summer and beyond on the 60+ miles of Tahoe Donner trails
Basic Services: Trash + Recycling
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Local Public Agency Updates
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Giving Fund Grant Recipients
FEATURES
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45-Day Notices
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FEEL THE BEET
Chef David Smith gives step-bystep instructions on making this favorite from Alder Creek Cafe
Board Meeting Recap
Quick Calendar
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Best of Tahoe Donner Heart of the Summer
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Tahoe Donner Programs + Features
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Clubs Updates
Emergency Preparedness Notifications + Evacuation
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Budget Timeline
Dining Hours + Specials
Where in the World Is TD News?
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SADDLE UP FOR FAMILY FUN
A look into the region's premiere equestrian center
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VOLUME 19 | NO. 07
JULY 2018
EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION TEAM CHRISTINA SCHWARTZ LINDSAY HOGAN JOE LEWANDOWSKI JEN MALONE
DREW DEURLINGTON DEREK MOORE AMBER BARRETT
SENIOR MANAGEMENT ROBB ETNYRE GENERAL MANAGER RETNYRE@TAHOEDONNER.COM MICHAEL SALMON DIRECTOR OF FINANCE MSALMON@TAHOEDONNER.COM MIGUEL SLOANE DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS MSLOANE@TAHOEDONNER.COM FORREST HUISMAN DIRECTOR OF CAPITAL PROJECTS FHUISMAN@TAHOEDONNER.COM MIKE PETERS DIRECTOR OF FOOD + BEVERAGE MPETERS@TAHOEDONNER.COM CHRISTINA SCHWARTZ DIRECTOR OF MARKETING + MEMBER RELATIONS CSCHWARTZ@TAHOEDONNER.COM MIAH COTTRELL DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MCOTTRELL@TAHOEDONNER.COM TOM KNILL DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES TKNILL@TAHOEDONNER.COM
BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT | JENNIFER JENNINGS JJENNINGS@TAHOEDONNER.COM VICE PRESIDENT | JEFF SCHWERDTFEGER JSCHWERDTFEGER@TAHOEDONNER.COM TREASURER | JEFF CONNORS JCONNORS@TAHOEDONNER.COM SECRETARY | DON KOENES DKOENES@TAHOEDONNER.COM DIRECTOR | DARIUS BROOKS DBROOKS@TAHOEDONNER.COM BOARD OF DIRECTORS BOARD@TAHOEDONNER.COM
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EMAIL: COMDEP@TAHOEDONNER.COM ADVERTISING SALES: CREATIVE CONCEPTS
MESSAGE FROM THE
GENERAL MANAGER Welcome to summer in Tahoe Donner! As a member, you’re about to enjoy a complete Tahoe mountain lifestyle summer as it was originally envisioned when this community was founded in 1971. As you relax this summer in your mountain recreational community, there are a few things you should know about the association: • Tahoe Donner is considered one of the largest common interest communities in the United States, comprised of 6,473 assessed units with approximately 25,000 members, and covering over 7,300 acres. Tahoe Donner is an IRS 501(c)(4) social welfare organization and California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation. • Information about the wide variety of amenities, activities, events and association business affairs can be found at tahoedonner.com, the Member Services office and via other communication channels. Sign up for our weekly email blasts at tahoedonner.com/subscribe for information on events, promotions and important association news. You’ll also receive our monthly Tahoe Donner News magazine at your primary address.
• The 2018 Annual Assessment of $1,900 (no increase since 2016) is comprised of both an operating and capital component with a 10-year compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%, and is adjusted annually to meet requirements approved by the board of directors to operate and maintain the wide variety of amenities available to the community. • The operating component of the assessment only funds approximately 33% of the annual operating cost in our userbased amenity system, with 67% funded by users. Users of each amenity, program or activity offered by the association are expected to pay for their use. Some amenities are only open to members and guests, while many are also open to the general public. The combination of these elements is extremely important in keeping the assessment low by asking individuals to pay for their use of the amenities and selling our excess capacity to the general public to subsidize our yearround fun. Various daily, multiple-day and annual access products to our private (Continued on p. 4)
MEDIA + MARKETING IS THE EXCLUSIVE ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVE; PHONE (530) 582-4100 PUBLISHING INFORMATION TAHOE DONNER ASSOCIATION HOLDS THE EXCLUSIVE SERVICE MARK RIGHT TO “TAHOE DONNER.” ANY UNAUTHORIZED USE OF SUCH WILL BE REGARDED AS AN INFRINGEMENT OF THAT SERVICE MARK RIGHT AND IS PROHIBITED. THE INCLUSION OF ADVERTISING IN THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN ENDORSEMENT OR RECOMMENDATION BY TAHOE DONNER ASSOCIATION OR ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PRODUCTS, SERVICES, OR VIEWS CONTAINED THEREIN. 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. EACH MEMBERSHIP PARCEL RECEIVES ONE SUBSCRIPTION TO A DOMESTIC ADDRESS. COST TO PRODUCE AND DISTRIBUTE THIS PUBLICATION IS OFFSET BY ADVERTISING REVENUES. PERIODICALS POSTAGE PAID AT TRUCKEE, CA, AND ADDITIONAL MAILING OFFICES. MEMBER LETTERS TO TAHOE DONNER ARE PUBLISHED IN THE MEMBERS SECTION OF TAHOEDONNER.COM, WHERE PUBLISHING GUIDELINES ARE AVAILABLE.
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FEATURED TD EVENTS
WATERPALOOZA Put on your swimsuit and get ready for a day of fun water games and activities including slip-andslide, water fight zone, water balloon toss and more.
DATE: Wednesday, July 4 TIME: 12-4PM WHERE: Tahoe Donner Driving Range
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VOLUNTEER TRAIL WORK DAY
DATE: Wednesday, July 11 TIME: 6PM WHERE: Pavilion Tent at The Lodge
DATE: Saturday, July 21 TIME: 9AM-12PM WHERE: Tahoe Donner Trail System
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Truckee 4th of July Parade + Fireworks
JULY 4
Waterpalooza
JULY 6-7
Summer Concert on the Green + Kids Night Out
JULY 7
Rock Climbing Clinic
JULY 7
Margarita Madness Pro Tennis Exhibition
JULY 11
Tahoe Donner Giving Fund Dinner + Auction
JULY 14
Demo Day at Beach Club Marina
JULY 15
Breakfast at Wimbledon
JULY 17
Crawdad Fishing Contest
JULY 19
Women’s Basic Bike Maintenance Clinic
JULY 20
Cornhole Tournament
JULY 21
Volunteer Trail Work Day
JULY 21
Equestrian Saturday Night BBQ
JULY 21
Rock Climbing Clinic
JULY 21
Burgers, Bratwurst + Tennis Bash
JULY 24
Women’s Golf Club Ladies Guest Day
JULY 28
Junior/Senior or Father/Child Golf Tournament
AUGUST 2
Junior Golf Club Annual Championship Tournament
AUGUST 4
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and public amenities are available to provide our large and diverse membership a variety of purchase options. • The capital component of the assessment serves several functions. These include requirements to replace aging facilities and equipment components, purchase new machinery and equipment, maintain modern recreational and support service offerings for the entire community. The annual and future projected cost of this is distributed evenly across the entire assessed population. • The primary optional product Tahoe Donner offers to the membership only is the annual Recreation Fee, which is valid from May 1 through the following April 30. For 2018, the cost is $270 and provides unlimited access to our private amenities, and is considered an alternative to paying daily entrance fees. The Rec Fee is valid for unlimited annual access to Trout Creek Rec Center, Beach Club Marina and the Tennis Center for all membership cards for each property. If you do not
pay the Rec Fee, the cost per entry is $6 per member. All guests pay a fee of $8 if accompanied by a member or $12 if unaccompanied by a member but with a guest pass. • Management welcomes feedback at the association, and there are several methods to facilitate this. Approach any of our team members, use member feedback screens at select amenities or at tahoedonner.com/feedback, or download the free Likemoji app to share your feedback anonymously.
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TAHOE DONNER CONTACTS Area Code (530)
MEMBER SERVICES Northwoods Clubhouse Open Daily 8AM-5PM
We are here to help make your experience at Tahoe Donner extraordinary. Please don’t hesitate to call us, email us, visit support. tahoedonner.com or stop by the Member Services office, which is open daily from 8AM-5PM. See you on the trails,
ROBB ETNYRE | GENERAL MANAGER
587-9400 | info@tahoedonner.com | Live Chat on Website
AMENITIES Beach Club Marina Bikeworks Cross Country Ski Downhill Ski Area Equestrian Center Forestry Golf Course The Lodge Pizza on the Hill Recreation Hut Campground Tennis Center Trails Trout Creek
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ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE CHAIRS Architectural Standards Rod Whitten aso@tahoedonner.com
Finance Art King aiking156@att.net
Covenants Fred Zapponi fzapponi@tahoedonner.com
General Plan Michael Sullivan iceman40@mac.com
Elections Bette Rohrback truckeebette@yahoo.com
Giving Fund Chairman Dick Gander tdgf@tahoedonner.com
ASSOCIATION CHARTERED CLUB PRESIDENTS
CONNECT + SHARE YOUR AMENITY EXPERIENCE WITH US Access the Tahoe Donner channel on the FREE Likemoji App and provide anonymous private feedback to us anytime, anywhere. TAHOEDONNER.COM/LIKEMOJI
9-Holers Women's Golf Shellie Poplin shelliepoplin@gmail.com
Quilt Club Linda Brush sewlinda@aol.com
Bridge Club Pat Callahan mrscallahan36@gmail.com
Rowing Club Dot Mace dotmace@me.com
Equestrian Club Susan Terrell terrellsf@earthlink.net
Senior Alpine Ski Michael Eyton-Lloyd hmsmike1@aol.com
Friends of TD Trails B.R. Levine tdtrails@gmail.com
TD 4-Wheelers Club Bill Ratcliff club@td4wheelers.org
Hiking Club Robin Reese rbtahoe@sbcglobal.net
Tennis Michele Forsberg minkeysf@sbcglobal.net
Junior Golf Club Jean Lai jslai@comcast.net
Women’s Golf Bettye Carmichael ibboop@suddenlink.net
Men’s Golf Keith Williams krwilliams37a@gmail.com
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SADDLE UP FOR FAMILY FUN THE NEWLY UPDATED TAHOE DONNER EQUESTRIAN CENTER IS THE REGION’S BEST RESOURCE FOR TRAIL RIDES, HORSEMANSHIP CAMPS AND HIGH SIERRA ADVENTURES ON HORSEBACK By JOE LEWANDOWSKI
Tucked comfortably back in the trees, a casual stroll beyond a new paved parking lot and the stillshiny Alder Creek Adventure Center, 23 of Tahoe Donner’s best-loved employees get ready for another busy day. Later this morning some will head out on the trails, guiding local families and visiting friends through majestic mountain meadows where worries don’t get reception. Others will report to the sunny arena, where they’ll form a bond like no other with a lucky few campers who’ll soon prefer carrots to s’mores. But for now, as the sun creeps up the horizon and the world awakens, they munch on breakfast, stretch their legs and greet their colleagues – among them a friendly teenager named Charlie, a former racer named Logan and a Shetland pony named Cookie.
Equestrian Center Events + Programs Reservations are required for all rides, camps, programs and events. Call (530) 587-9470 to reserve. For more details including cancellation policies, visit tahoedonner.com/equestrian.
COWGIRLS + COCKTAILS Cowgirls and cowboys are invited to gather for an early evening trail ride followed by a social hour with beer, wine and appetizers. This event is for adults ages 21+.
Dates July 5, Aug. 10, Aug. 24, Aug. 31, Sept. 14, Sept. 28 Time Trail ride 5-6PM, Social hour 6-7PM Cost Member $55, Non-Member $65
PANCAKES + PONIES
Bring the little ones for a fun Saturday morning with a hearty breakfast followed by a 15-minute pony ride. This event is for children ages 2-6.
Dates July 7, July 28, Aug. 18, Sept. 8, Sept. 22 Time 9-11AM Cost $35 breakfast/ride, $15 breakfast only
SATURDAY NIGHT BBQ
Join fellow equestrians for a fun-filled, family-friendly evening of games, crafts, contests and delicious food cooked to order. Highlights include pony rides for ages 2-6, a dress up and photo station, and a hunt for the golden horseshoe.
Dates July 21, Aug. 4 Time 5-7:30PM
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“They live a really good life,” Krystal-Rae Mecham, manager of Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center, says of the 20 geldings and three mares who spend their summers on trail rides and in the arena. Their five-day workweek comes with several perks including frequent treats, baths and rubdowns, plus all the love they can handle from riders and campers. “People always tell us that the horses look healthy and happy, and it’s the best compliment we can get,” Mecham says. “Our number one goal is the health of the horses. Plus, when they’re happy we know that the humans riding them will be happy too.”
Something for Everyone “We bought our place in Tahoe Donner in 1989, and one of the main reasons was because of the horses and the Equestrian Center,” says TD member Trish Collins. “It’s why we’re still here. The horses make Tahoe Donner a unique and special place.” Collins and her family live in Palo Alto, but will spend this summer in Tahoe Donner, with many equestrian adventures planned. Her son Trey just finished sixth grade and looks forward to horsemanship camp, while 16-year-old daughter Isabelle is a TD Day Camp counselor who spends much of her free time riding with friends and family.
“It’s awesome to provide opportunities for everyone in the family to experience these beautiful animals,” Mecham says. “We have pony rides for ages 2-6, trail rides for ages 7 and up, and horsemanship camp for ages 8 and up. Parents or grandparents can have a great experience with kids, or send them with our amazing guides for an unforgettable ride. There’s truly something for everyone.”
All trail riders will be matched with a trailwise horse based on their size and experience. Loading is easy for everyone thanks to the new loading ramp, which along with a new guide shack marks the last of the planned improvements for the Equestrian Center Relocation Capital Project. Other improvements include a widened pony trail, an equine wash rack and ADA-compliant restrooms and parking.
Trail + Pony Rides
Horsemanship camp
“I love to go on trail rides through the aspen groves with my friends, and we go on family trail rides a lot all summer,” says Isabelle Collins. “It’s super fun and overall we’re really connected. We’re in Tahoe, the whole family is together riding horses, we have no worries, we’re living in the moment and connecting to nature. It’s an experience you can’t get anywhere else.”
“I’ve done horsemanship camp at Tahoe Donner four or five times, and it’s always a unique experience,” says Trey Collins. “Other camps might have a few horses, but here we can actually learn how to ride and take care of them. It’s fun. You get to know the horse and by the end of the week he’s a friend of yours.”
The Equestrian Center offers trail and pony rides every Wednesday through Sunday from 9AM-3PM, starting at $26 for members. It’s the perfect way to disconnect from screens and reconnect with nature, as you’ll likely encounter lush wildflowers, mountain streams and local wildlife. Trail rides are 1-2 hours and riders must be at least 7 years old, 60 pounds and 4 feet tall; the weight limit is 225 pounds. Pony rides are 30 minutes and riders must be 2-6 years old and less than 60 pounds. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (530) 587-9470.
Horsemanship camps are five half-day sessions teaching the fundamentals of horsemanship, safety and riding skills to riders ages 8-14. Nine weekly sessions are available in both the morning and afternoon, with Level 1 for beginners and Level 2 for more advanced riders. Each camp is just four students with one instructor and one assistant, so there’s plenty of individual attention. “As a parent, it’s amazing to see your kids develop so much self-confidence and self-esteem in a week of working with the horses,” Trish Collins says. “They work with
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the same horse all week and are able to develop a real relationship, and it shows.” At $539 for members and $639 for guests, camps include training in grooming, tacking, arena work, trail riding, bathing, veterinary care and a horse show on Friday. Register online with your ShopTD account or call (530) 587-9470.
All Ages Welcome “Before we moved to Tahoe Donner we looked at all the amenities,” says Cathy Bonnar, who bought a home in Tahoe Donner with her husband Dennis Roseman in 2012. “My husband was really into the golf course. The horseback riding and Equestrian Center were really important to me.”
The Best Boarding in Tahoe Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center offers the best long- and short-term horse boarding options in the Lake Tahoe region. Unlike other facilities, the Equestrian Center offers a choice of monthly, weekly and overnight boarding to accommodate the needs of every owner and every horse. “Horse boarding at Tahoe Donner is particularly great for travelers passing through for a night or two, especially since Tahoe Donner Campground is just down the road,” says Krystal-Rae Mecham, manager of TD Equestrian Center. “We can accommodate up to 27 boarded horses, and owners don’t need to be Tahoe Donner members to board here.” All boarding includes twice-daily feeding of up to two flakes of grass and/or alfalfa hay, and daily watering and cleaning. Basic 12’x24’ and deluxe 24’x24’ paddocks are available. The horses are tended to by equestrian staff all day, and a dedicated caretaker stays with them overnight. Boarding starts at $27/night for members and $44/night for non-members. Reservations are required. Call (530) 587-9470 for details.
Bonnar is in her sixties and is recently unretired and back to legal work. She’s loved horses since childhood, but never rode one until law school. She’s ridden frequently every summer since buying in Tahoe Donner, and says that private riding lessons have been a game-changer.
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“I keep trying to improve my skills as time goes on, and I’ve learned a tremendous amount through riding lessons with the staff,” Bonnar says. “Krystal-Rae and her team have really done a great job at the Equestrian Center.” To book a private lesson for riders age 6 and older – or for any other Equestrian Center programs and events – call (530) 587-9470. TAHOE DONNER NEWS |
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BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR, BE A GOOD GUEST By ANNIE ROSENFELD, Tahoe Donner Director of Risk and Real Property Whether you are a homeowner or a guest of Tahoe Donner, we are all here to enjoy nature and take in the beauty of our mountain surroundings. Please take these key rules and courtesies into account during your time in Tahoe Donner. This is an abbreviated list of the Covenants Rules. For a complete list, visit tahoedonner.com/covenants.
LIGHTS OUT
Enjoy the mountain stars and minimize light pollution by turning off outdoor lighting after 10PM.
SLOW DOWN
TRASH
Lock it up in your bear-proof container, never your neighbors’ or dumped anywhere in Tahoe Donner.
The speed limit is predominantly 25 MPH here. Wildlife, accidents, dogs and children could require sudden stops.
DRONES
LEASH UP
Flying drones on Tahoe Donner-owned property, including the trails and open space, is prohibited unless authorized by Tahoe Donner.
RESPECT QUIET HOURS
Loud music, barking dogs and late-night partying are prohibited from 10PM-7AM.
CAMPING
Camping on private residences is prohibited, including in tents, carts, RVs, etc.
HOW TO MAKE A COVENANTS COMPLAINT 1
Visit onestop.tahoedonner.com
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Email compliance@tahoedonner.com
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Call (530) 414-8166*
*A staff member is available Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM and Saturday-Sunday 11AM-8PM. On-call, after-hours staff are available FridaySunday and holiday periods 8-11PM.
WHAT INFORMATION TO PROVIDE Be prepared to provide: • • • • • •
Your name, address and email Nature of complaint with times occurring Address of property being complained about Evidence: photos, video, etc. How this behavior is affecting you What actions have been taken (e.g. called police)
Pets must be on leash at association facilities and must be within voice control on Truckee streets.
FIREWORKS + FIREARMS Using any kind of explosive device, including fireworks and firearms, is prohibited on Tahoe Donner-owned property.
PARK ON PAVEMENT
Parking vehicles off-pavement, on another person’s property or on access easements, is prohibited.
AFTER-HOURS COMPLAINT: WHAT HAPPENS NEXT Staff will take your complaint and make every effort to contact the owner of the property being complained about, share details about the complaint and request voluntary compliance.
CELEBRATE THE RED, WHITE + BLUE
ALL WEEK WITH TAHOE DONNER MORE INFO AT TAHOEDONNER.COM/EVENTS
PARADE + FIREWORKS THROUGH TRUCKEE AT DONNER LAKE 10AM-1PM
9:30PM
WATERPALOOZA SUMMER CONCERT ON THE GREEN
12-4PM
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TRASH + RECYCLING By ANNIE ROSENFELD, Tahoe Donner Director of Risk and Real Property
Rolling carts for yard waste and recycling will be an option for Tahoe Donner homeowners soon. As a reminder, no changes will be made to your trash services (only recycle and yard waste). Learn what you need to know here if you choose to opt-in to these programs. For more information on upcoming trash and recycling changes, and to opt-in to the new services, visit keeptruckeegreen.org or tahoedonner.com/solidwaste.
ROLLING CART INFORMATION WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS FOR CART PARTICIPATION? • Owner do-it-yourself • Opt for roll back service from TTSD (waste hauler) • Hire agent for roll out/in service • Good neighbor roll in and/or back
WHAT IF I DECIDE I DON’T WANT TO PARTICIPATE ANYMORE? • Opt-out of program You can request your cart(s) be returned One-time only • Storage? There is an option to have your cart(s) stored Nov-April for an additional fee Any subsequent occurrence would incur a $52.50 pick-up/drop-off per cart (i.e., first pickup is free. Redelivery fee $52.50. Subsequent year total = $105 pick-up and redelivery for same cart.)
WHEN CAN I PUT THEM OUT? • Your cart(s) can only be put out on the day of service • You will have to put rolling cart(s) out at the curb for service • Even if you install a rolling cart Animal Resistant Garbage Can Enclosure (ARGCE), you will have to put the cart out on the street for servicing
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER PICKUP? • Owner or agent needs to put rolling cart(s) back into storage location the day of service
Option available beginning July 1, 2018
WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON’T PUT IT AWAY? • Your cart will wander the street • Notification of can abandonment • Potential fines and fees for returning can to property
WHERE CAN I STORE MY ROLLING CART(S)? • Preferred location is within garage if a residence has one • Rolling cart Animal Resistant Garbage Can Enclosure (ARGCE) • Behind approved screening • Under deck or stairways
Service not available until 2020
NOTE: Starting July 1, 2018, if you leave green bags out and/or exceed your one allotted can of waste, each bag or extra can will be charged $4.87/unit.
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BEST OF TAHOE DONNER
HEART OF THE SUMMER By JOE LEWANDOWSKI
Summer in Tahoe Donner brings warm days, cool nights and unforgettable adventures for the whole family. Whether you're here for a long weekend, a full week or the whole summer, there's plenty to keep you busy. Here are some best bets for July...
BEST SUNSET DRIVES Wind down your day with fresh air and endless views on the highest-elevation golf course in Tahoe with Last Light rounds starting at just $25 for members. With tree-lined fairways, epic elevation changes and the finest greens in the region, Tahoe Donner Golf Course embodies the best of mountain golf and offers a beautiful, challenging course for every age and ability. What: Last Light golf Where: Tahoe Donner Golf Course When: Daily through Sept. 9 | 6-7PM Cost: Member $25, Guest $30 Book a Tee Time: (530) 587-9443
BEST CHEAP FLIGHTS The dedicated archery range near the Recreation Hut is the perfect place to take aim and let arrows fly. Bring your own gear or rent bows and arrows from the Rec Hut, then test your skills with some target practice. Clinics for ages 7+ are held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and private lessons are available Monday through Thursday by calling (530) 582-9646. What: Archery rentals, lessons + clinics Where: Archery range near Rec Hut Rentals: Member $9/hour, Guest $11/hour Lessons: $30/hour (up to 3 people) Clinics: Member $10, Guest $12 More Info: tahoedonner.com/archery
BEST OBSTACLES TO OVERCOME Ever want to walk on water? Why not run and jump instead? The Wibit inflatable obstacle course will be set up at Trout Creek Recreation Pool every Saturday evening through Aug. 11, offering wet and wild floaty fun for ages 8 and up. Want the pool and obstacle course all to yourself? Private party rentals are also available. What: Wibit inflatable obstacle course Where: Trout Creek Recreation Pool When: Saturdays, June 23-Aug. 11 | 5-7PM
BEST NUMBERS GAME Grab some blankets, call your friends and join the excitement at weekly bingo games on the lawn outside Northwoods Clubhouse. Pack a picnic or, better yet, order dinner and drinks from Pizza on the Hill, which has been known to improve diners’ bingo prowess exponentially. What: Bingo on the lawn Where: Northwoods Clubhouse When: Mondays through Aug. 27 | 6:30-8PM Cost: Free
BEST PATIO PIT STOP Alder Creek Adventure Center is home to Bikeworks and the Equestrian Center, making it the perfect base camp for any adventure on the TD Trail System. Before or after you head out, take a seat on the sunny patio and power up with a delicious, healthy lunch from Alder Creek Cafe. Enjoy organic, seasonal and locally sourced food for the fitness-minded foodies. What: Lunch on the patio Where: Alder Creek Cafe When: Su-F | 11:30AM-3PM (grab-and-go until 4PM) and Sa | 11:30AM-4PM (grab-and-go until 5PM)
BEST PIRATE TRAINING Treasure hunters and booty pillagers unite! Beginning and intermediate sailors ages 9-16 can learn essential sailing skills over three days of thoughtful instruction, with most of the time spent on the water. Private sailing and windsurfing lessons are available for kids and adults. What: Junior Sailing Program Where: Beach Club Marina When: W-F through Aug. 8* | 11AM-2PM Cost: Member $129, Guest $169 Reservations: shoptd.tahoedonner.com *No program July 4-6
BEST WHEELIE NICE VIEWS Explore the beauty of the TD Trail System on two wheels with a mountain bike ride led by an experienced guide. Rides last 1.5-2 hours and bike rentals are available. What: Guided mountain bike rides Where: Bikeworks When: Daily | 10AM or 1PM Cost: $25 per person Reservations: (530) 582-9694
BEST POOLSIDE DELIVERY Don’t let lunch add stress to a relaxing day at Pool. Rather than making and packing everything yourself, just visit Marco Polo Grill at the pool and order poolside delivery for a quick, tasty and effortless meal. The menu from features fresh salads, epic sandwiches, beer, cocktails and plenty of options for even the pickiest eaters. What: Delivery from Marco Polo Grill Where: Trout Creek Pool When: Daily through Aug. 19 | 11:30AM-3:30PM
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BUZZ EVENTS. DINING. UPDATES. TROUT CREEK
EQUESTRIAN
CONCERT KIDS NIGHT OUT
Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center is open for trail rides and pony rides Wednesday-Sunday from 9AM-3PM, and private lessons on Saturdays and Sundays. Boarding is open until Sept. 30. For more about the Equestrian Center, see page 6.
Enjoy the Concert on the Green while your kids play games, do arts and crafts, have dinner from Pizza on the Hill and watch a movie. Just relax and have fun while our trained staff looks after your little ones. Space is limited. Sign up on ShopTD or by calling Trout Creek Rec Center at (530) 5879437, ext. 1. Dates: Fri., July 6 and Sat., July 7 Time: 4:30-10PM Ages: 4-9 Cost: $25 per night
Tahoe Donner Tennis Center is in full swing with tournaments, camps, clinics, round robin play days and special events all summer. Things will fill up fast, so sign up early to save your spot. Details and registration at tahoedonner.com/tennis.
MARGARITA MADNESS PRO EXHIBITION
Sit back, relax and watch the pros go to work as they battle it out on the court for your viewing pleasure. When: Sat., July 7 | 3PM
BREAKFAST AT WIMBLEDON
Wear your Wimbledon whites (or pajamas) as we shall share a spot of tea, strawberries and cream, and scones whilst we watch Wimbledon together. When: Sun., July 15 | 6AM
COWGIRLS + COCKTAILS
Cowgirls and cowboys are invited to gather for an early evening trail ride followed by a social hour with beer, wine and appetizers.
BURGERS, BRATWURST + TENNIS BASH
GOLF
Join the Tennis Club for a full afternoon including a warm-up clinic from our USPTA-certified teaching staff, round robin play and a feast of BBQ and potluck favorites.
Tahoe Donner Golf Course and the driving range are now open. Reserve your round at tahoedonner.com/golf.
When: Sat., July 21 | 3PM Cost: Tennis Club Free, Member $10, Guest $16
When: Thurs., July 5 | 5-7PM Cost: Member $55, Non-Member $65
WEEKLY CLINICS
Golf clinics are approximately one hour and run weekly through Sept. 3. All clinics are $25 per student, payable at the Pro Shop. For more details, see tahoedonner.com/golf. Putting + Chipping Mondays | 12PM Pitching + Bunker Play Wednesdays | 12PM Full Swing: Irons + Hybrids Fridays | 12PM Full Swing: Fairway Woods + Drivers Saturdays | 12PM
CHAIRMAN'S HOUR: FRANK SINATRA PARTY PANCAKES + PONIES
Bring the little ones for a fun Saturday morning with a hearty breakfast followed by a 15-minute pony ride. When: Saturdays, July 7 & 28 | 9-11AM Cost: $35 breakfast/ride, $15 breakfast only
SATURDAY NIGHT BBQ
Drop-In Clinic Sundays | 9AM
Join fellow equestrians for a fun-filled, family-friendly evening of games, crafts, contests and delicious food cooked to order.
Junior Clinic for Ages 6-13 Sundays | 12PM
When: Sat., July 21 | 5-7:30PM Cost: Prices vary, see details online
Bring your dame (or not), enjoy a martini and smoke a cigar to the sounds of Sinatra and the Rat Pack, then view Ocean's 11 at this night to remember. When: Fri., Aug. 3 | 6PM
JUNIOR TENNIS CAMPS
Future tennis stars can immerse themselves in up to three hours of daily instruction and play-based learning throughout the summer. Available for ages 5-10 or 11-17. When: Weekdays, June 18-Aug. 17 | 2-5PM Hourly Cost: Member $15, Guest $17 Reservations: (530) 587-9474
RECREATION HUT
BIKEWORKS
AQUATICS
The Recreation Hut at Northwoods Pool is open daily until Sept. 3. For more details about recreation programs and events, see tahoedonner.com/recreation.
Bikeworks is open from 9AM-6PM daily through early fall. Visit tahoedonner.com/bikeworks for info on guided rides, private lessons and bike repairs.
For more info see tahoedonner.com/ aquatics.
FREE LAWN GAMES
KIDS CAMPS
Members and guests can check out free bocce ball, horseshoes and sand volleyball equipment from the Rec Hut from 9AM-5PM or Pizza on the Hill from 5PM to dusk.
ARCHERY RENTALS, CLINICS + LESSONS
Archery equipment rentals are available daily, and kids clinics are held every Friday through Sunday all summer. Private lessons are available. See tahoedonner.com/archery for rates and reservations.
FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT When: Fridays | 6:30PM Where: Northwoods Clubhouse What's playing: (530) 582-9646
Mountain biking camps are open to kids ages 10-14 who can ride a bike for 1.5 hours at a time. Camps provide a fun, safe environment where kids can improve their general mountain biking skills while exploring the Tahoe Donner Trail System with experienced guides. To register, use your ShopTD account online or call Bikeworks at (530) 582-9694. Two-day camps run from 9AM-12PM on Saturdays and Sundays. They are offered every weekend from June 23-24 through Aug. 18-19, and cost $99 per child. Weeklong camps will dramatically improve the skills and confidence of young riders. They are available starting on July 16, July 23, Aug. 6 and Aug. 13, and cost $249 per child.
KIDS NIGHT OUT When: 1st Friday, 3rd Saturday | 5-9PM Where: Northwoods Clubhouse Cost: Member $20, Guest $25
ROCK CLIMBING CLINIC When: Saturdays, July 7 & 21 | 9:30AM-12:30PM Cost: $45 per person
FREE BINGO ON THE LAWN
When: Mondays, June 25-Aug. 27 | 6:30-8PM Where: Northwoods Clubhouse
ADVENTURE DAY PROGRAMS (AGE 7-11)
When: M, W, F, June 25-Aug. 17 Cost: Member $45, Guest $50 More info: tahoedonner.com/ adventuredayprograms
CAMPGROUND Tahoe Donner Campground is open for the summer, starting at $24 per night for members. Reserve your stay at reserveamerica.com.
*All prices subject to change
BEACH CLUB MARINA Beach Club Marina is open from 7AM9PM daily from May 25-Sept. 3, then 8AM-7PM daily from Sept. 4-Oct. 7. Rentals, lessons, clinics and special events are available throughout the summer.
BOAT LAUNCH POLICIES
Vessels launched at Beach Club Marina must be registered with Tahoe Donner. Vessel registration, proof of insurance and release of liability waiver are required. Complete info at tahoedonner.com/marina.
JULY PROGRAMS + EVENTS Details at tahodonner.com/events
HISTORICAL KAYAK TOUR TUESDAYS | 8AM
NORTHWOODS POOL
Northwoods Pool will open from 10AM-5PM daily through Aug. 19, then weekends/holidays only through Sept. 3.
TROUT CREEK REC POOL
The Recreation Pool is open daily through Sept. 1. Weekday hours are limited from 3-7PM after Aug. 26; weekend and peak weekday hours are 10AM-7PM.
GROUP SWIM LESSONS
Lessons are 30 minutes long each day for one week. Sessions end the week of Aug. 13 (no lessons the week of July 4). Register online with your ShopTD account.
DAY CAMPS DAY CAMPS
Our diverse Day Camp programs for ages 3-14 are packed full of learning and exploration including swimming, tennis, golf, mountain biking, kayaking, rock climbing, beach outings, and hiking. Limited space still available for July. Learn more and sign up at tahoedonner.com/day-camps.
FUN DAYZ CAMPS
Each day will include outdoor exploration, environmental awareness and various activities such as archery, tennis, bocce ball, driving range, mountain biking, hiking and games. Our staff aims to give each child a great mountain experience while providing a fun and safe learning environment. Location and activities vary by day; Sign your child up for one or two days. Dates: Weekends | Aug. 25-Sept. 30 Ages: 7-11 years old Daily Cost: Member $45, Guest $55
Cost: Member $29, Guest $39
JUNIOR SAILING PROGRAM WED.-FRI. | 11AM
(no program July 4-6) Cost: Member $129, Guest $169
WATER KIDS CLUB FRIDAYS | 4PM
Cost: Member $25, Guest $35
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BUZZ: CLUBS QUILT CLUB The quilt pictured was made from Asian fabric sewn by Ellen Debelak. She is one of our original five members of the Tahoe Donner Quilt Club, and is a very talented quilter. In the summer, Tahoe Donner Quilt Club meets the first and third Wednesday from 3-5PM in the Meadow Room at Northwoods Clubhouse! In July we are skipping July 4, but the next meeting will be July 18. Anyone may join! We are a very causal group and any skill level is welcome. Brush at sewlinda@aol.com or Marilyn Dundas at md11792@outlook.com.
HIKING CLUB
JUNIOR GOLF CLUB
On May 11, a group of 10 hikers from the Tahoe Donner Hiking Club met in Kyoto, Japan, to begin a 12-day hiking adventure with Walk Japan. Our custom tour was organized by Philippa Nigg to include a portion of the old Nakasendo Way from Kyoto to Tokyo, and a northern route traveled by Matsuo Basho, a famous poet, in the 17th century. We hiked in rain and sun, took trains, boats and buses, and experienced a wonderful time exploring Japan.
What a great summer so far. Tahoe Donner Junior Golf Club has had some really fun days. We need everyone to start thinking about participating in this year’s TDJGC Annual Championship Tournament. Feel free to invite your friends. You will be assigned flights based on your ability, so you will only be competing against kids with similar skills.
Japan is a mountainous country, with over 100 volcanoes, so our hiking days, which varied from 5-10 miles, included stiff climbs and corresponding downhills, generally through beautiful forest.
The club golf tournament is coming in July and is a great social event to be enjoyed by all, no matter your golfing ability. There will be a kayaking adventure on Lake Tahoe this month, too. August events include the annual New Member BBQ, which is always a hit with club members and historically has had a very large turnout. New members are always welcome. This coming winter we’re planning a ski trip to Steamboat Springs, CO, as well as trips to nearby Mammoth and Heavenly. Please visit tdski.com for club information and full details and dates for upcoming events.
Save the date – August 2, 2018 – and pick up your entrance form from the Pro Shop.
FRIENDS OF TD TRAILS During the Shogun era, the Nakasendo Way was an important route to Tokyo, with post towns and barrier stations at regular intervals. We stayed in traditional inns, or ryoken, enjoyed delicious teas, feasted on beautiful meals of local produce and fish, slept on futons on tatami mats, and wore yakuta robes (provided by each inn) to the onsens – glorious hot springs baths – each evening.
SENIOR ALPINE SKI CLUB The Senior Alpine Ski Club is gearing up for our summer activities with bicycle rides, kayak trips, golf and our New Member BBQ.
Everyone wins a prize. In each flight, the first place player gets first pick from the prize table, then the second place picks and so on down the line. Prizes range from golf clubs and golf bags to a jar of Jelly Bellies. Everyone goes home a winner.
After a shinkansen (bullet train) to Tokyo, we journeyed to Matsushima, a beautiful bay with many pine tree-covered islands, following a route taken by Basho. There at the Zuigan-ji temple, we were fortunate to watch preparations for a ShintoBuddhist ceremony honoring victims of the 2011 tsunami. In Hiraizumi we visited beautiful temples and gardens. Our final climb, up 2,446 stone stairs to the top of Mt. Haguro-san, led us to a Shugendo (Shinto-Buddhist) shrine, where we enjoyed a delicious vegetarian meal and slept in spartan accommodations. Early morning prayer service was a special experience. Hiking is a wonderful way to explore the beauty of Japan.
Founded for the sake of hands-on stewardship and education, the Friends of Tahoe Donner Trails Club is for everyone who values and enjoys Tahoe Donner’s trails and natural surroundings. The Trails Club is delighted to announce that we are partnering once again with the Truckee River Watershed Council to conduct an educational, invasive weed walk right here in Tahoe Donner. This year's walk, which runs from 10AM-12:30PM on Aug. 4, will be the sixth in a row that we've hosted. Through workshops and weed-pulls, the Trails Club has helped scores of Tahoe Donner residents develop a weed-spotter’s trained eye. But with over 7,000 acres to cover, we need all the help we can get. Gardener or golfer, full-time or part-time, age 8 or 80, weed-spotting is for everyone. The Trails Club is also partnering with the Trails Department to host volunteer trail work days on the third Saturday of every summer month. Detailed information about our trail work events can be found at the club’s website. For more information and to sign up, please visit us at tdtrails.org.
TD 4 WHEELERS CLUB Summer is here and the back roads are calling! Come join the fun at TD4wheelers.org. Our club social on June 2 was at the historic Wheeler Sheep Camp in Kyburz Flat. The camp is up an easy dirt road suitable for any SUV. The large meadow south of the camp was a vivid array of greens this time of year – what a spectacular place to have a BBQ! We even lit up the old brick oven to experience camp ambiance. Our May trail run was down Shirttail Canyon near Colfax. The old suspension bridge with a 3-ton maximum capacity had us going one vehicle at a time over the North Fork of the American River – well worth the drive to see! This road is suitable for any SUV. Parking is very limited along the narrow road, so go early if you want to get down by the river. July brings more fun for the club with the Truckee Fourth of July Parade and the July 7 Concert on the Green, where we’ll have a reserved area for club members and friends to rock out to Pat Benatar cover band Best Shot and ’80s and cover band Mustache Harbor. Our July 21 trail run is up to the Grouse Ridge Fire Lookout – a unique venue sure to provide panoramic views!
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If you are up for some adventure and seeing remote places while treading lightly, come join us! It’s amazing out there and base camp Tahoe Donner is where it all begins!
FORM A CLUB! Whiskey Club? Billiards Club? Fly Fishing Club? We'd love to support you. Learn more and get an application at tahoedonner.com/clubs
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DINING LUNCH SERVED DAILY Sunday-Friday | 11:30AM-3PM Saturday | 11:30AM-4PM
GRAB-AND-GO
Sunday-Friday | 11:30AM-4PM Saturday | 11:30AM-5PM
*All offers listed are valid during non-holiday periods and are not valid with any other promotions or coupons. Offers subject to change.
BEER + FOOD TASTING: FIFTYFIFTY BREWING CO. SATURDAY, JULY 21
SUMMER HOURS Pizza on the Hill is open daily through Labor Day. July 1-Aug. 19 | Daily 11:30AM-8:30PM Aug. 20-Sept. 3 | Daily 5-8:30PM
NORTHWOODS POOL DELIVERY
Order for dine-in, carry-out or delivery to Northwoods Pool from 11:30AM-5PM through Aug. 19.
Taste five unique beers – including limited releases – from FiftyFifty Brewing Co. in Truckee. Each beer paired with a tasty small plate. Must be 21+. When: Saturday, July 21, 6-8PM Cost: $50 per person
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENTS
Enjoy friendly competition and fabulous prizes, food and drinks will be available from Alder Creek Cafe and Trailside Bar. Dates: Fridays | July 20, Aug. 3, Aug. 17, Aug. 31 Time: 5:30-8:30PM
JULY HOURS
The Lodge is open daily from 11:30AM-3PM for lunch, and 5-9PM for dinner.
PUB HAPPY HOUR
Get drink specials and 25% off pub fare, soups, salads and appetizers in The Lodge Pub. Not valid June 29-July 7. When: Sunday-Thursday | 4-6PM
GOLFERS HAPPY HOUR AT THE LODGE PUB
Stop into The Lodge Pub after your round for Happy Hour drink pricing and $5 food specials. When: Daily | 2-4PM
NO CORKAGE TUESDAYS
Bring your special bottle of wine on Tuesday and we’ll waive the corkage fee. Not valid July 3. 12850 NORTHWOODS BLVD (530) 587-9455
DAILY HAPPY HOUR MENU Enjoy food and drink specials including $4 Coors Lights, $5 drafts and $6 house wine. When: Daily | 5-6PM
MONDAY NIGHT BINGO ON THE LAWN
Bring a blanket, order a pizza and join the fun with weekly bingo games on the lawn.
15275 ALDER CREEK RD (530) 587-9484
MARCO
POLO GRILL
When: Mondays through Aug. 27 | 6:30-8PM
Marco Polo Grill at Trout Creek Recreation Center is open daily for lunch from 11:30AM-3:30PM.
Marina Grill at Beach Club Marina is open daily from 11AM-6PM.
FREE FRIDAY NIGHT MOVIE
A new family-friendly film every week. Bring your pillows and purchase Pizza on the Hill for dinner! When: Fridays, 6:30PM
11509 NORTHWOODS BLVD (530) 582-9669
T-9
GRILL
T-9 Grill at the golf course is open daily from 10AM4PM throughout the golf season.
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THE REPORT
LOCAL PUBLIC AGENCY UPDATES
UPCOMING PROJECTS WILL IMPACT TRUCKEE AND TAHOE DONNER From road improvements to vegetation management, these regional public agency projects are designed to enhance the community, improve fire safety and increase our quality of life. Stay tuned for monthly updates, and learn more at townoftruckee.com and tdpud.org.
TOWN OF TRUCKEE 2018 SLURRY SEAL PROJECT
Slurry sealing in Tahoe Donner will begin after July 4.
2018 PAVING + DRAINING PROJECT
responsible for the removal of all limbs and rounds cut during the powerline-clearing project here in Tahoe Donner. A contracting service with the TDPUD will be coming through the project area to remove rounds later this summer. For more information, contact TDPUD customer service at (530) 587-3896.
Paving and draining in Tahoe Donner will begin after July 4.
2018 WATER UTILITY PROJECTS
DONNER PASS ROAD – EAST END PARKING STUDY
• Sitzmark Tank Site Pipeline replacement and miscellaneous work Through early June 2018 Have mailed adjacent/impacted customers
Collaborating with Tahoe Donner and Donner Memorial State Park, the Town of Truckee will lead a parking study this summer and fall with the goal of understanding parking and beach usage in the area near Beach Club Marina, and addressing parking issues in the vicinity. The study will define strategies to address parking, bicycling and pedestrian congestion in the area, and to enhance the user experience for recreationalists in the area.
TRUCKEE DONNER PUD 2018 TREE TRIMMING Tree trimming will continue in Tahoe Donner for most of the summer. New line-clearing requirements went into place at the state level this spring, requiring limb clearance to move from 7 feet to 12 feet of clearance. Additionally, tree trunk clearance requirements were moved from 18 inches to 4 feet. This has resulted in a large amount of mandatory tree removal in the subdivision. The approximate budget for this project is $300,000, with the majority of the funds being expended in Tahoe Donner. TDPUD is
• Lausanne Way at Northwoods Boulevard to Schussing Way to St. Bernard Drive (left) Limited excavations to access facilities impacting isolated areas of the road Through early June 2018 Some traffic control • Ski View Loop and Baden Road Full water pipeline replacements Mid-summer through fall Impacted customers will be notified with details prior to work • Remaining TDPUD water customers without a water meter ~150 locations/~200 water customers Water meter box retrofits or new meter boxes to complete installation of new meters Now through fall Impacted customers will be notified with details prior to work
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THE REPORT
GIVING FUND GRANT RECIPIENTS:
TRUCKEE TRAILS FOUNDATION + THE SUGAR PINE FOUNDATION
TRUCKEE TRAILS FOUNDATION
SUGAR PINE FOUNDATION
The Truckee Trails Foundation (TTF) is a community-minded non-profit organization whose mission is enhanced community, economic and environmental health through a world-class, interconnected network of trails and bikeways. Since opening its doors in 2002, TTF has worked closely with local partners including the Town of Truckee and Tahoe Donner Association to help make critical paved trails and bikeways a reality, with a focus on community connectivity. Likewise, TTF is working diligently with the United States Forest Service (USFS) to identify new dirt trail opportunities that will provide logical trail connections for non-motorized trail use, enabling a greater breadth of recreational opportunities in our community.
This year, the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund granted $2,500 to support the Sugar Pine Foundation (SPF) and its planting efforts in the Truckee and North Tahoe region. Each year, SPF plants about 10,000 seedlings with the help of school groups and community volunteers. Sugar pines and other white pines are facing challenges from drought, climate change, bark beetles and an invasive fungus called blister rust. SPF collects seeds from healthy pines, tests them for resistance to blister rust and plants seedlings from resistant trees. SPF also organizes school plantings and educational events.
Submitted by ALLISON PEDLEY, Executive Director
Submitted by JENNIFER CRIBBS, Program Manager
For example, in October 2017, North Tahoe Middle School students planted sugar pine seedlings, monitored sample plots and learned about forest ecology during Forest Health Field Day organized by Sierra Watershed Education Partnerships. Students enjoy being outside and making a difference. One student wrote, “We helped by planting sugar pines that can resist the disease.” Another said, “I hope I can bring my family and see my sugar pines that I planted.” Hopefully, those seedlings will grow large enough to disperse healthy blister rust-resistant seeds for years to come. Of these projects, the Jackass trail network, located just south of Truckee off of Highway 89, represents a tremendous opportunity for sustainable trail recreation that would ultimately connect to TTF’s grander vision for connectivity. Generous funding obtained through the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund ($3,000) and the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation will be used to work with the USFS and private land owners to conduct environmental and cultural resources analyses. This work is a critical step that could enable the USFS to formally recognize the Jackass network as part of their official system, thereby also enabling funding for annual maintenance and permitted trails events. Every opportunity like this helps make Truckee a world-class trails community and visitor destination!
Join us for the spring planting season! Visit sugarpinefoundation.org to see our planting calendar, buy sugar pine seedlings and subscribe to our newsletter. The Tahoe Donner Giving Fund is chartered by the Tahoe Donner Board of Directors. All contributions are voluntary tax-deductible gifts from TD members and friends. The Giving Fund is administered through the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation. For more information on the Giving Fund or to make a contribution, visit our web page at tahoedonner.com/giving-fund. Contact tdgf@ tahoedonner.com with questions or to volunteer for the committee. Thank you to our Founding Partner, Elements Mountain Company, for their continued support.
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FEATURE
In 2012 the Trails Master Plan was formally adopted by the board of directors. This culminated a year-and-a-half member input process to develop a plan with formalized policies and design, maintenance and construction improvement recommendations to the trail system. Fast forward six years, and Tahoe Donner has much to be proud of as the trail system thrives and gets better every year through the maintenance, repair and new construction completed by the Trails Department, and the continued support of the membership through a portion of the Annual Assessment. This summer marks an important measure as the trail team completes the upper portion of The Mother Lode, looks to renovate the Nature Loop and begins the preparations of kicking off the Trails Master Plan 2019 Update with focused member workshops on issues like ebikes and dogs on/off leash.
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SYSTEM UPDATE WHAT’S IN STORE THIS SUMMER AND BEYOND FOR TAHOE DONNER’S 60+ MILES OF TRAILS By ANNIE ROSENFELD, Director of Risk Management and Real Property
COURT LEVE
Christina Thayer, Trails Department manager, sat down with Tahoe Donner News to update members about what’s planned for the summer and fall at Tahoe Donner’s most well-loved amenity.
TRAILS MASTER PLAN UPDATE The Trails Master Plan is set for its five-year update in 2019. Much work has taken place over the last five years, both in terms of policy and trail constructions, which should be reflected in the update. There are emerging issues that the membership should have the opportunity to voice their opinions, including ebikes, dogs on/off leash, and revisiting policies such as the preferred user designations. Additionally, the association has purchased 452 acres in Euer Valley and 640 acres of Crabtree Canyon, which the plan should reflect and address regarding legacy trails and recommendations for new trails. Starting this summer and through the fall, a series of member discussions will be held to facilitate member input on these topics in preparation of the plan update. More details on the dates of the member trails workshops
will be included in member eblasts, the August Tahoe Donner News and at tahoedonner.com/trails.
UPPER MOTHER LODE TRAIL
“Our hope is to start the construction process in the fall,” Thayer says. “The north side running along Northwoods Boulevard will remain open until then. The permitting process and complying with California protection regulations is why this is taking so long.”
“Upper Mother Lode is probably the most highly anticipated trail at Tahoe Donner, and by the time this comes out it should be finished,” Thayer says. Once complete, The Mother Lode (Upper and Lower) “will connect the top of Hawk’s Peak almost all the way to the floor of Euer Valley via Hidden Gem or Fool’s Gold. You’ll be able to go four miles descending into the Euer Valley reveling in the views this trail affords. This trail is designated as hiker/biker preferred. It’s one of our more difficult trails for hikers and bikers. It’s technical. It’s a fun run, it’s a fun walk. And then it opens up and it’s amazing. When we get into more sustainable terrain we machined it, so it’s way more flowy in the middle and bottom.”
VOLUNTEER TRAIL WORK DAYS
NEW GREEN TRAIL: TRUE GRIT
“My goal with these volunteer days is to start creating opportunities for like-minded people to come together and be a part of trail stewardship,” Thayer says. “For example, in July I want to give the equestrian boarders and riders the opportunity to help maintain these trails and mitigate some of their impacts. At the end of the trail work we’ll have a dialogue with whoever comes out about equestrian etiquette, their experiences as trail users, where they’d like to see new equestrian trails and what we could be doing better to support them.”
This summer also has a new trail on tap for construction: True Grit. “The new True Grit Trail is a green, easy, family-friendly way for people to get from the home range near Alder Creek Adventure Center and climb all the way up Hawk’s Peak gradually, rather than on the really steep roads,” Thayer says.
NATURE LOOP TRAIL UPDATE “Many people ask about the Nature Loop Trail,” Thayer says. “The south side of that trail is in a sensitive wetland.” Due to the severe winter of 2017, much of the boardwalk on the south side was damaged and as a result has been closed as a safety mitigation measure. Trails Department staff are working diligently with an environmental consulting team to plan and permit the renovation of this section. These plans will be presented to the board later this summer, along with construction bids for their review.
“We have one trail that we’re using for all of our volunteer projects this year, the Teton Way to Glacier Way trailhead,” Thayer says. “By the end of the summer it’ll be complete and completely volunteer-built. Once it’s completed you’ll be able to go basically from Donner Pass all the way to downtown Truckee on trails.” Volunteer trail work days will be held on July 21, Aug. 18 and Sept. 15, and anyone age 10 or older is welcome. The days are organized by the Friends of the TD Trails Club and supported by the Trails Department. Details and registration info are at tdtrails.org.
INTERACTIVE
OuterSpatial TRAILS MAP
“OuterSpatial is an app with a complete map of the Tahoe Donner Trail System, and it can follow your location on the trails,” Thayer says. “We have 60+ miles of trails, and are working on the signage, but until we complete it there are many intersections out there in the woods that are not signed, often because of rogue trails that people build.
The OuterSpatial app will help you know that you’re on a Tahoe Donnerdesignated trail. Plus it has loop suggestions, trail closures, and community events and partnerships.” The app is available at outerspatial.com, and Tahoe Donner maps will be available in July.
FRIENDLY NEIGHBORS “We obtained Crabtree Canyon in 2016, and the Tahoe Donner Land Trust, which owns Lower Carpenter Valley, officially became our neighbors to the north last summer,” Thayer says. The board of directors recently approved the Donner Lake Rim Trail alignment through the southern portion of Tahoe Donner as part of the joint purchase agreement for the Buchnam/Sinclair property in 2010. The joint purchase ensured that a substantial firebreak could be created on the southern border of Tahoe Donner, and as an incidental, increase the open space and trails in that area. The final details are being made for the Land Trust to install a small trailhead, bridge and trail on the Crabtree Canyon property, further providing connections to trail systems outside Tahoe Donner.
TRAIL RANGERS “Our staff this year includes two trail rangers, who are meant to serve as a helpful and informative resource for users of the trail system,” Thayer says. Trail rangers conduct daily usage surveys used to determine the accurate number of hikers, equestrian riders and bikers; the most used trails; member vs. non-member usage; and comments and general feedback. “This information helps in making decisions on topics such as trail policies, future trail alignments and signage needs.” While on the trails, rangers provide information on policies, private property boundaries, directions, basic first aid and safety precautions. They are friendly and always available to help. Please say hello when you see them!
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45-DAY NOTICE: PROPOSED NEW COVENANTS AND AMENDED PRIVATE PROPERTY RULES At the June 22, 2018 Board of Directors meeting, the Board approved the proposed new Covenants Short-Term Rental rules, violation enforcement and fine schedule to go out for 45-day member notification and comment period. The Board of Directors plans to consider these rules, as they are presented here or with some modification, at its August meeting, currently scheduled for Saturday, August 19, 2018. The board welcomes any input you may wish to offer regarding these proposed changes. Comments can be submitted via email: arosenfeld@tahoedonner.com, telephone: (530) 582-9630, or US Mail: Tahoe Donner Association 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA. 96161.
PROPOSED CONVENANTS PRIVATE PROPERTY NEW RULES RECOMMENDATIONS NOISE
Architectural Standards adopted by TDA, including the requirements that exterior lights be covered and project downward, and applicable requirements for timers and motion detectors for exterior lights. Exterior light fixture standards shall be enforced by the Architectural Standards Committee.
PROPOSED CONVENANTS PRIVATE PROPERTY AMENDED RECOMMENDATIONS (Black text indicates existing rule; red text indicates proposed amendment)
BUSINESS ACTIVITY No business or commercial activities of any kind, including renting or leasing, shall be conducted in any Residence, Condominium or outbuilding or any other portion of any residential or multiple family residential lot if those activities involve any of the following (C&RS Article VIII, Section 1,f):
The hours between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., seven days a week are considered quiet hours, during which noise shall be minimized in order that it not be an unreasonable annoyance or nuisance to neighbors. Noise includes but is not limited to outdoor music, latenight partying, amplified or motorized sounds. A noise violation does not also have to be a violation of a noise ordinance in the Town of Truckee or Nevada County.
1. Exterior advertising
LIGHT POLLUTION
5. Excessive noise
All exterior lights must be turned off between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., seven days a week that are no longer needed for safety or other outdoor use . Any exterior lights that are used or may come on between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. shall be required to shine downward and not project beyond the boundaries of the Owner’s Lot, and shall not interfere with the reasonable enjoyment of another’s Lot. All exterior lights must comply with
In addition to activities prohibited pursuant to the above criteria, the property may not be rented for any purpose other than residential use, including without limitation weddings, civil unions, receptions, corporate events, conferences and large commercial parties. This prohibition is set forth to ensure the use of properties is in keeping with the residential nature of the community.
2. Increased traffic or parking 3. More than an insignificant number of deliveries of goods or other commercial materials 4. Visible storage of goods or other commercial materials
45-DAY NOTICE: PROPOSED NEW COVENANTS SHORT-TERM RENTAL RULES AND FINE SCHEDULE At the June 22, 2018 Board of Directors meeting, the Board approved the proposed new Covenants Short-Term Rental rules, violation enforcement and fine schedule to go out for 45-day member notification and comment period. The Board of Directors plans to consider these rules, as they are presented here or with some modification, at its August meeting, currently scheduled for Saturday, August 19, 2018. The board welcomes any input you may wish to offer regarding these changes. Comments can be submitted via email: arosenfeld@tahoedonner.com, telephone: (530) 582-9630, or US Mail: Tahoe Donner Association 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA. 96161.
PROPOSED NEW CONVENANTS RULES AND FINE SCHEDULE RECOMMENDATIONS CONCERNING SHORT-TERM RENTALS: These Rules will be known as and referred as under a new Covenants Rules section Short-Term Rentals.
SHORT-TERM RENTALS
Short-term rentals (“STRs”) are residential properties offered for rent or lease for one or more terms of less than thirty-one (31) continuous nights.
SHORT-TERM RENTAL REGISTRATION All Owners of STRs within the Tahoe Donner Association must register with the TDA administrative office to operate a short-term rental property within the Tahoe Donner Community. An annual registration fee of $150 is required. Disclosure of total number of bedrooms (as historically disclosed in rental advertisement) is required. An Owner must register within 30 days of commencing short-term renting or within 30 days of the effective date of these STR Rules. To register, an Owner must provide evidence of a current compliance certificate issued under the Town of Truckee Transient Occupancy Tax program.
REAL-TIME CONTACT As a condition of registration, the Owner must provide, among other details to be specified in the Registration, contact information for a live person, having authority to address the issue at the property, who is available to respond 24 hours a day/7days a week within 30 minutes of being notified of any complaint of a violation(s) of TDA rules (“Contact Person”).
COMPLAINT RESPONSE Within 30 minutes of notice by TDA regarding a complaint at an STR, the Contact Person must respond back to TDA. Within 60 minutes of contact by TDA regarding a complaint, the Contact Person must respond at the property in person or by telephone to the property and shall attempt to cure the cause for the complaint.
COMPLIANCE + NOTIFICATION All Owners, renters, and vacation renters must comply with all provisions in the TDA Governing Documents and rules including provisions which prohibit "nuisance" behavior and set forth rules concerning vehicles, trailers, motorhomes, camping, parking and use of Common Area. (C&R Article VIII) Owners must provide a list of applicable Tahoe Donner rules, made available by TDA and posted on www.tahoedonner.com, to renters
at the time of their booking and advise them of the obligation to follow the rules. A copy of the rules should be available in the residence. Owners are required to provide renters emergency evacuation information and to have this information prominently posted in the home. It is required the Owner obtain an acknowledgement from the renter that they have reviewed the rules and agree to comply with them. (C&R Article II, Section 3(a))
OCCUPANCY When functioning as an STR, no home may be (i) advertised to house or (ii) occupied by more than two (2) people per bedroom plus four (4) additional people total TDA may take disciplinary action on any owner who knowingly supplies false information.
PARKING The number of vehicles shall not exceed the number set forth in the Governing Documents which limits parking to garages and in the driveway of the property. There is no parking on unpaved areas of Lots;
SHORT-TERM RENTAL VIOLATION ENFORCEMENT AND FINE SCHEDULE In the event TDA determines that a potential violation of these STR Rules or any other Association Rules as it relates to a STR, has occurred, the owner will receive a Notice of Hearing as provided in the Rules Enforcement Procedures. In such event if a violation is found, TDA may impose one or more of the following disciplines: a. For a first violation impose a fine of up to five hundred dollars ($500) and take appropriate action to collect the fine(s); b. For each subsequent violation impose a fine which increase by five hundred dollars ($500) per occurrence and take appropriate action to collect the fine(s), i.e. 2nd violation one thousand dollars ($1000), 3rd Violation one thousand five hundred dollars $1500, etc. all occurring within a one-year period from the first hearing; c. Fines may be assessed, per incident, on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis according to the nature and severity of the infraction and at the discretion of the Covenants Committee; d. Suspend the right of the Owner or STR renter to use common areas or common facilities (except for ingress and egress to the property); e. Impose a special individual assessment against the Owner for costs incurred by TDA (including sums paid to contractors, attorneys and/or others) to repair damage and/or cure a violation of these STR Rules and to collect any unpaid fines; f. The Board of Directors reserves the right and is empowered to limit an Owner’s right to rent his/her property as an STR, including but not limited to, limiting the number of nights/days a property may be rented, leased or used by other than the Owner within a specified time period, including temporarily suspending the right to rent, lease or allow use by others than the Owner, based on the particular circumstances. TDA will notify all TDA Owners that these Rules are in effect. The notice will include a recommendation that each Owner owning a rental property within the Tahoe Donner Association should include with terms of their STR rental agreement that any fines may be passed along to the renter. It will also recommend that each STR rental agreement should include a deposit to cover any possible fines that may arise. Additionally, the Association recommends a hardline telephone is installed at the property for safety purposes and to ensure compliance with above stated response rule. TAHOE DONNER NEWS |
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FEATURE
So flavorful you'll
FEEL THE BEET By CHEF DAVID SMITH
After its debut this winter, the Roasted Beet Salad has quickly become a favorite at Alder Creek Cafe, where it’s an exceedingly popular item on the new summer menu. Walk the aisles of any local farmers market to find some beautiful beets, as well as seasonal greens to pair with them. This salad will sure to be the hit of your dinner party or summer BBQ.
ROASTED BEET SALAD 3 beets (assorted colors) 3 tbsp. olive oil for cooking 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil Balsamic syrup 4 oz. chevre goat cheese 4 oz. chopped pistachios Salt to taste Wash and stem 3 medium beets. We use a mix of red, gold and Chioggia. Pick your favorite or what’s available. Toss the beets in olive oil and salt, then cook for about an hour at 375 degrees, until soft. Remove from oven and cool.
DEREK MOORE
Once cooled, use a towel to remove the outer layer of skin. Wearing gloves will keep your hands from getting stained. After peeling, thinly slice the beets, keeping the colors separate. Place a pile of your favorite greens (we like to use arugula) on a plate, then arrange the beets on top of greens. Sprinkle with salt, drizzle with a good extra virgin olive oil. Next, drizzle balsamic syrup on top. Final touches are some crumbled chevre goat cheese and crushed pistachios. Serves four. Enjoy!
IT ALL STARTS HERE Sitting just under Hawk’s Peak, Tahoe Donner’s Alder Creek Adventure Center is your hub for mountain exploration and fun! Rent bikes, ride horses or travel by foot on the 60+ miles of trail and finish with a beer or a bite at the Alder Creek Cafe – known for fresh food designed to fuel your adventure.
BIKEWORKS
EQUESTRIAN CENTER
RENTALS
PONY RIDES
GUIDED BIKE TOURS
TRAIL RIDES
Full suspension + hardtail mountain bikes, road bikes, comfort bikes, kids bikes and trailers. We'll create the perfect ride to satisfy your group's goals and fitness levels.
REPAIRS
Our knowledgeable staff can help with anything from tune-ups and flat repairs to more significant fixes.
See your child’s eyes light up as they sit astride one of our ponies. Photo opportunities abound! Experience a vista-filled ride through high mountain forests and upland meadows or down into the lush Euer Valley full of wild flowers and mountain scenery.
CAMPS + LESSONS
Students learn the fundamentals of horsemanship, safety and riding.
ALDER CREEK CAFE + TRAILSIDE BAR
Enjoy fresh and locally sourced ingredients to fuel up for any activity, or drink a beer on the patio to celebrate a successful outdoor adventure!
HOURS
SUNDAY-FRIDAY 11:30AM-3PM Grab and Go until 4PM SATURDAY 11:30AM-4PM Grab and Go until 5PM
LOCATED AT 15275 ALDER CREEK ROAD IN TAHOE DONNER, OR CALL (530) 582-9686. TAHOE DONNER NEWS |
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THE REPORT
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, NOTIFICATIONS + EVACUATION BE AWARE OF THE WILDFIRE RISK
Residents of Truckee, full-time or part-time, and their guests, renters and visitors all need to be aware of the risk for wildfire in this region. While Tahoe Donner and its members perform fire hazard mitigation (defensible space), there is still a likelihood, based on where we live and historical records, that a wildfire will threaten the region in the future. Tahoe Donner itself had several forest fires threaten its borders in 2003 and 2007, when fires were started just off of I-80 and raced up the hillside on the south side of Tahoe Donner.
TIPS TO PREVENT WILDFIRE
• Fireworks are prohibited in Tahoe Donner and in all of Truckee • Maintain your barbeque grill (gas or charcoal) • Never dump charcoal coals and ash in your yard; place in a metal container away from your house and away from combustibles such as brush, pine needles, etc. • Always have a fire extinguisher near your grill, and have a secondary source of water accessible • Leave no fire, even propane, unattended
BE PREPARED
Now is the time for each and every household to make a preparedness plan and practice it. Each emergency situation can be different, especially wildfires due to wind, weather and fuels. Having a plan in place and frequently practicing drills with your family will help prepare you to approach a real emergency from a more confident standpoint. Talk with your guests about your family plan, and provide your renters with emergency information if you rent your home. Preparation resources are available to you at tahoedonner.com/ preparedness and at other agency sites like the Town of Truckee, Truckee Fire Protection District, Red Cross and FEMA. A good resource for developing an emergency plan is readyforwildfire.org. During an emergency you should plan to meet outside of the affected area, as it is likely you will not be able to return to your home if evacuation orders are in effect.
EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS IN TRUCKEE
Tahoe Donner is one of many subdivisions in Truckee, and all emergency response is provided by the Town, Truckee Fire Protection Agency and CalFire. In the case of a wildfire, initial units on scene will determine the need for evacuations and community notifications.
TOWN OF TRUCKEE + TRUCKEE FIRE
NOTIFICATION TOOLS NIXLE SOCIAL MEDIA
Twitter and Facebook, Google Public Alerts depending on severity
COMMUNITY ADVISORY RADIO – New this year 1670 AM REVERSE 911 Landline/wireline voice dialing to affected area WIRELESS EMERGENCY ALERTS (WEA) Cell phone or device has to be turned on EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM (EAS) Broadcast radio and TV (KOH 780 AM, KUNR 88.1 FM) NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE RADIO Special receiver or app needed These should be your go-to emergency notifications and information outlets. The goal of any Tahoe Donner communication will be to provide a direct link to Truckee’s Emergency Services page for incident information: townoftruckee.com/government/police/emergency-services.
KNOW YOUR WAY OUT EVACUATION
Truckee has put together a new notification guide and evacuation map in preparation of this wildfire season; named 2018 Evacuation Guide. This can be found at every Tahoe Donner amenity, at tahoedonner.com/preparedness and Truckee’s Emergency Services webpage. There are two primary evacuation routes in Tahoe Donner: Northwoods Boulevard and Alder Creek Road. The location of a wildfire threat will determine if both routes are available, or only one or none. • Be familiar with your home location in relation to the evacuation routes • Post the 2018 Evacuation Guide prominently in your home • If a wildfire is threatening Tahoe Donner, leave early, don’t wait for evacuation orders
COMMUNITY ADVISORY ISSUED Be aware that a fire is in the area and personnel are on scene. EVACUATION WARNING The area being warned is threatened and evacuations are possible. People that will need time to evacuate should consider leaving now. EVACUATION ORDER There is imminent danger. Leave now, do not wait. Go now.
*Private Amenity
HOMES ON THE RISE
The Architectural Standards Committee reviewed the following plans in April 2018. UNIT/LOT ADDRESS
SQ. FT
PROJECT
04/190
14141 Tyrol Road
2,329
House
10/076
11445 Oslo Road
3,241
House
11/056
14643 Tyrol Road
3,332
House
CSLB #974246
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STRATEGIC PLAN GUIDANCE
Y JUL
KEY ASSUMPTIONS DEVELOPED
Macro (US/Region Economy) Micro (Tahoe Donner Specific)
AU GU ST
DEC EM BE R
BUDGET REPORT ISSUED
STRATEGIC GUIDANCE REFINED
R BE M VE O
THE BOARD, FINANCE COMMITTEE AND MANAGEMENT ARE INVOLVED THROUGHOUT ENTIRE PROCESS OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS
SEPTEMBER
ANNUAL ASSESSMENT INVOICED DUE JAN. 1
BUDGET TIMELINE
DETAIL MEETINGS + REVIEWS Operating Fund Capital Funds
N
ER TOB OC FINAL BUDGET REVIEW + APPROVAL
BUDGET INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING KEY DELIVERABLES:
ASSESSMENT GROWTH RATES
• Annual Assessment requirement
COMPOUNDED ANNUAL GROWTH RATES TO 2018
• Operating / Development / Replacement Reserve / NM&E Funds components • Reserve Study update / Capital Spend Plan • Rates and Fees Schedules
5 YEAR
10 YEAR
20 YEAR
Operating
3.5%
3.6%
4.3%
Capital
6.1%
6.9%
7.9%
Combined Total
4.8%
5.1%
5.8%
RECENT CHALLENGES + OPPORTUNITIES
Capital improvement reserve funds for aging facilities
Federal and state regulatory cost pressures (California minimum wage increases $1/9% from $11 to $12, effective 1/1/2019)
Addressing strategic guidance drivers
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THE REPORT
BRIEFS 2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTIONS RESULTS
Congratulations to Don Koenes – the winner of the 2018 Tahoe Donner Board of Directors Election. Thank you to everyone who voted, and to the four candidates who ran for the one available seat in this year’s election. CANDIDATES
track in the Truckee region. The courses start at Alder Creek Adventure Center and finish at Auburn Ski Club Training Center on Donner Summit. The 15K course starts and finishes at Alder Creek Adventure Center and follows part of the first stage of the Sierra Crest 50k Ultra Run, down to and around the Euer Valley and back. Volunteers are needed for all races, please email m.seifert@assoc.auburnskiclub.org for details. WHAT: Sierra Crest 15k, 30k and 50k trail runs
VOTES
Carol Hicks
106
WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 4
Rob McCray
621
Don Koenes
929
WHERE: Starts at Alder Creek Adventure Center
Ed Melia
407
Total votes
WHY: A great workout and important fundraiser for local junior Nordic ski and biathlon programs
2,063
COST: 15k $35, 30k $110, 50k $130; TD members use promo code TD10 for an additional 10% off pre-registration
QUORUM SUMMARY Type of Ballot Ballots w/ Candidates Vote Quorum Purposes Only Totals
Ballots Cast
Votes Cast
2,063
2,063
91
n/a
2,154
2,063
Member Eligible to Vote
6,390
Required Quorum 25%
1598
OTHER INFO Total Ballots Counted Disqualified Ballots Total Ballots Received
2,154 27 2,181
FREE SHUTTLE TO DOWNTOWN TRUCKEE THURSDAYS Forget the parking headaches and leave the car behind. Enjoy one of Truckee’s most iconic summer events hassle-free. Every Thursday night starting mid-June, Tahoe Donner will offer complimentary shuttles from Trout Creek Recreation Center to Downtown Truckee and back, with service available approximately every 15 minutes from 4:30-9:15PM. In addition, the Town of Truckee offers free shuttle service throughout Truckee neighborhoods, including Tahoe Donner, to/from Downtown Truckee from June 14-Aug. 23. Visit tahoedonner.com and tahoetruckeetransit.com for more information and schedules.
SIERRA CREST 15K, 30K AND 50K TRAIL RUNS The 4th Annual Sierra Crest Ultra Running Races will start on Tahoe Donner trails on Saturday, August 4. The 30k and 50k races are exciting point-to-point trail runs that travel some of the best single-
DETAILS: sierracrest50k.org
STAY IN THE KNOW: SIGN-UP FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS EMAILS Get up-to-date on current and potential Capital Projects including the Trout Creek Recreation Center renovation, the potential new Downhill Ski Lodge and more. This monthly email comes directly to your inbox and is packed full of key project information. Sign-up today at tahoedonner.com/subscribe.
LODGE BANQUET TENT + NOISE MITIGATION TENT REPLACEMENT: The current tent has been up and operating since late May. This tent will come down after a June 30 wedding. The board of director approved the purchase of a new tent, which is scheduled for delivery on July 7 and will host its first event on July 14. No tent will be up for the Fourth of July holiday. NOISE MITIGATION: We have a new commercial decibel reader and have created protocols testing sound readings at a number of locations at property boundaries to insure we are following guidelines set by the Town of Truckee. At this point we have maintained and stayed below those guidelines with regular readings during banquet events. Our banquet manager also requires strict performance regulations with the music contractors to insure they are also doing their part with sound levels. We also regularly coordinate staff engagement with neighboring property residents to hear their concerns – if any – with Lodge Restaurant & Pub / Banquet Operations. The next element we are finalizing is a proof of concept for additional sound dampening (sound walls or sound curtains for example). We have an Acoustical Consulting company in Loomis, California providing further recommendations. We will analyze their report and recommendations to find the best solution.
THE REPORT
BOARD MEETING RECAP BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING April 28, 2018
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING May 26, 2018
APPROVED
APPROVED
• • • • • • • • • •
March 24 Minutes 5-0 2018 Golf Rates 5-0 2018/2019 Ski Season Passes 5-0 Net Operating Results 5-0 Longer-Term Investment Instruments 4-1 Unaudited January, February & March Financials 5-0 Tahoe Donner Association Employee Survey 4-0 Suspension of Membership Rights 5-0 Access to Association Media – Candidates for the Board 4-1 New Member for Elections Committee, Maureen Warmerdam 5-0 • Jeff Schwerdtfeger, Liaison to MEC 4-0 • Submitted Committee Applications for MEC 4-0 • TDGF Scholarship Awards 5-0
NO ACTION • • • • •
Executive Session Report Town of Truckee Updates FlashVote Short-Term Rental/Amenity Access Task Force Committee Reports
• April 28 Minutes 5-0 • Addition of Strategic Goals Assigned to Finance Committee 5-0 • 2018 Draft Guidance for Suggested Development Fund Projects 5-0 • Deferred Publishing of 45-day Notice on New Covenants Rules 4-1 • 2018 April Financials 5-0 • Quarterly Treasurer’s Report 5-0 • Snowbird Chairlift Asset Disposal 5-0 • Accountancy Firm Tabulation Report 5-0 • Submitted Committee Applications for MEC 4-1
NO ACTION • • • • • •
Executive Session Report Forestry Management Plan Tahoe Donner Association, Solid Waste New Board Resolution Committee Reports Approval of Contract – Tahoe Donner Legal Counsel 5-0
DEFERRED • 2018 Reserve Replacement Items Review
See full minutes at tahoedonner.com/boardmeetingdocs. Provide feedback to help improve the overall association. Submit your comments and concerns at board@tahoedonner.com.
NOW ACCEPTING YOUR BEST PHOTOS! ANNUAL PHOTO CONTEST
DEADLINE: September 7, 2018 OPEN TO: Tahoe Donner Members CATEGORIES: Action, Nature + People SUBMIT: Email high resolution digital files to comdep@tahoedonner.com See details and submission requirements at tahoedonner.com/photo-contest
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WORLD IS TD NEWS?
MACHU PICCHU, PERU Tom, Wendie, Michael and Marissa took a summer trip to visit one of the seven wonders of the world.
ERBIL, IRAQ Jennifer Hayes and her friend took a picture at the Erbil International Airport before exploring "the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world" and its 5,000-year-old citadel.
UGANDA Don and Josh Routh delivered 530 wheelchairs to the people of Moroto, Soroti, Gulu, Lira and Arua in Northern Uganda.
RWANDA Amy and Steven Schonfeld hanging out with the mountain gorillas of Rwanda. SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS Email your “Where in the World� photos to comdep@tahoedonner.com. Please submit only JPG files of 300 dpi for printing. Photos must include a copy of TD News. Please list the names of everyone in the picture, where it was taken, and a short description. Note: please be patient; it could take several months to see your photo published.
SWITZERLAND AND ITALY Cassidy Finwall, traveling with her parents, Gordon and Connie, in the Swiss Alps of Gimmelwald, Switzerland and Lake Como, Italy.
Wishing You a Fantastic
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SOLD!
12088SchussingWay.com Listed for $849,000 4 BD | 3.5 BA | 864± s.f.
12386StockholmWay.com Listed for $1,395,000 | Sold for $1,397,000 4 BD | 3.5 BA | 3,299± s.f.
July’s Happy Buyer/Seller Client Alison Elder and everyone at the Elder Group were fantastic and a pleasure to work with during the entire process of buying a new home in Tahoe Donner while simultaneously preparing, listing and selling our previous home, also in Tahoe Donner. Alison, Ronda, Desmond, Camille and everyone on the team were very knowledgable, professional, timely and kept us updated always. We are very happy with our new home, the sale of our old home was a success and when the time comes to move up to our dream house in Tahoe Donner, we will naturally work with Alison and Team Elder once again! Thanks guys! – Oliver & Yoko Govers
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